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[jurbily]

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Book Decoration: AKA All The Ways I Don't Use a Cricut

(this post is for people who don't want to buy an expensive cutting tool, or for those that do have an expensive cutting tool that would like to mix things up a little)

1. Print That Shit

If you're already printing your own textblocks, an easy step for titles is to print them. Above is a title printed onto an "obi" of decorative paper. I measured out where I wanted things on the finished book and laid it out in Affinity, then printed it on a full sheet & trimmed it down to wrap around the book. A more simple method is to print & glue on the label into a slight indent in the cover (to protect it). A third option is to do the spine in bookcloth, while you print on paper for the cover and then glue that paper onto the boards (this usually looks even better when it is a three-piece bradel bind).

2. Foil Quill / Heat Pens

The heat pen is one of my go-to tools, but it can be a bit touchy about materials. The most popular version is the We R Memory Keepers' Foil Quill (which is one of the most ergonomic), but other pens exist that can get you to a higher heat temp, finer lines, or more consistent foil. For example, I have a pen created by a local Japanese bookbinding studio that fares way better on leathers than the WRMK quill & with a finer tip, but it's hell to control. Best results in general are on paper or smooth bookcloth (starched linen, arrestox, colibri - even duo will work but its less solid). The fuzzier a bookcloth is, the less your foil quill wants to deal with it. This means the heat n bond method of making bookcloth does not play nice with a heat pen usually, but there are two solutions: 1) use this tutorial on paste + acrylic medium coated bookcloth instead that will get you a perfect surface for the heat pen, or 2) use the pen on paper & then glue onto the cloth. I did a video tutorial for both foil quill use and this type of homemade bookcloth for @renegadeguild Binderary in 2023.

You get the most consistent results by tracing through a printed template that is taped in place, as I do in the video above.

3. Paint That Shit

Acrylic paints will do you fine! The above is free-handed with a circle template, because I wanted that vibe. If you need straight lines that won't seep, lay them down with tape first & then paint over it first with a clear Acrylic medium, then your color. Same goes for stencils. Two more examples of painted bookcloth:

4. IT'S GOT LAYERS

By using layers of thinner boards, you can create interesting depths & contrasts on your cover. You can also make cutouts that peep through to the decorative paper behind. The most important part to this technique is the order in which each edge is wrapped. To get a good wrapped inside edge, you will split the turn in into tabs to get them to conform to a curve. You can also layer multiple colors of bookcloth without multiple layers of board, as seen below left, so long as you mind your cut edges for fraying.

5. Inlaid... anything

Mirrors! Marbled paper! I saw someone do a pretty metal bookmark once! The key is creating a little home for it to live in, which is pretty similar to the above layering method. On one layer you cut the shape, & glue that layer onto the bottom solid board before covering. You can do the top layer as an entire 1 mm board (like I did for the mirrors) or a sheet of cardstock, like I would use for inlaid paper.

6. Decorative Paper

Decorative paper is always helpful & adds to the paper hoard... & its effects can be layers with other techniques, as below. Marbles, chiyogami, momi, or prints & maps of all kinds can be great additions. Some papers may need a protective coating (such as wax or a sealer).

7. Stamps (with optional linocut)

While I've not used many more regular rubber stamps, I do know some who have, successfully! And I've used one once or twice with embossing powder (see photo 3 up, the gold anchor on the little pamphlet bind). What also works is to carve your own linocut or stamp, & then use block printing ink to ink it onto your fabric (as i did above). A bit time intensive, but it was nice how easily reproducible it was, and I liked the effect I got for this particular bind.

These methods are not exhaustive, just ones I've used, and there are of course many others. I haven't gone too into detail on any of these for the sake of length (& post photo limits) but feel free to ask about more specifics. Usually I'm using them in combination with other options.

[jesslovesboats]

BECAUSE YOU DEMANDED IT, I'm back with more Sad Boat Books for Sad Boat People! But first, some words.

I never dreamed that a silly little graphic I made for some friends would generate this much response on twitter and here, but I'm overjoyed that it resonated with so many of you! I read every single comment and tag, and by far my favorites are all of the people who say some variation of "I thought I was the only one who loved these books." We are NOT alone, there are literally thousands of people who reblogged or retweeted this list-- people of all ages and backgrounds and gender identities. Sad Boat isn't just for old white men! I was also delighted to hear from other librarians who are using this in displays and for reader's advisory. PLEASE go forth and do so with my blessing, nothing would make me happier! I was recently laid off from my librarian job as part of a restructuring under new management (don't worry about me, it sucks right now but I'm gonna be fine), so I would love to think that I'm still contributing to the library ecosystem while I'm out of commission. I would also love to keep making these lists (including one that deals with Sad Boat fiction and one with recommendations for other types of media), and I've never had more time to do it, so if you have suggestions, please drop them in my inbox!

Anyway, enough of that-- here are more books! I've either read all of these, or the recommendation came from someone I trust, so read with confidence!

First Hand Accounts

The Quiet Land: The Antarctic Diaries of Frank Debenham edited by June Debenham Back

The Voyage of the Discovery by Robert Falcon Scott

Farthest North by Fridtjof Nansen

Endurance by F.A. Worsley

Boats boats boats!

Franklin's Lost Ship: The Historic Discovery of HMS Erebus by Alanna Mitchell and John Geiger

The Voyages of the Discovery: The Illustrated History of Scott's Ship by Ann Savours

HMS Terror: The Design, Fitting, and Voyages of a Polar Discovery Ship by Matthew Betts

The SS Terra Nova (1884-1943): Whaler, Sealer, and Polar Exploration Ship by Michael C. Tarver

You'll learn about the Ross Sea Party and you'll like it

Shackleton's Heroes by Wilson McOrist

Shackleton’s Forgotten Men: The Untold Tragedy of the Endurance Epic by Lennard Bickel

The Ross Sea Shore Party 1914-1917 by R.W. Richards

The Lost Men by Kelly Tyler-Lewis*

Polar Castaways by Richard McElrea and David Harrowfield*

*These were on my other list, but this is my graphic and I'll do what I want

Sad Airships and Planes

From Pole to Pole: Roald Amundsen's Journey in Flight by Garth James Cameron

N-4 Down: The Hunt for the Arctic Airship Italia by Mark Piesing

Antarctica's Lost Aviator by Jeff Maynard

Disaster at the Pole: The Tragedy of the Airship Italia and the 1928 Nobile Expedition to the North Pole by Wilbur Cross

More Shackleton Content

Shackleton: A Life in Poetry by Jim Mayer

Shackleton's Last Voyage by Frank Wild

The Quest Chronicle: The Story of the Shackleton-Rowett Expedition by Jan Chojecki

Shackleton's Forgotten Expedition: The Voyage of the Nimrod by Beau Riffenburgh

Polar Partners

Snow Widows by Katherine MacInnes

Polar Wives: The Remarkable Women Behind the World's Most Daring Explorers by Kari Herbert

Widows of the Ice by Anne Fletcher

Sad Boat Graphic Novels

Shackleton: Antarctic Odyssey by Nick Bertozzi

The Worst Journey in the World- The Graphic Novel Volume 1: Making Our Easting Down adapted by Sarah Airriess from the book by Apsley Cherry-Garrard*

How To Survive in the North by Luke Healy

*This was also on my other list, but this is my graphic and I'll do what I want

Biographies

Scott of the Antarctic by David Crane

Ice Captain: The Life of J.R. Stenhouse by Stephen Haddelsey

Cherry: A Life of Apsley Cherry-Garrard by Sara Wheeler

Birdie Bowers: Captain Scott's Marvel by Anne Strathie

Roald Amundsen by Tor Bomann-Larsen

Miscellaneous sad boat books that are well worth your time

I May Be Some Time: Ice and the English Imagination by Francis Spufford

Fatal North: Adventure and Survival Aboard USS Polaris, The First US Expedition to the North Pole by Bruce Henderson

Barrow's Boys: A Stirring Story of Daring, Fortitude, and Outright Lunacy by Fergus Fleming

Pilgrims on the Ice by T.H. Baughman

The Coldest Crucible: Arctic Exploration and American Culture by Michael F. Robinson

Ghosts of Cape Sabine by Leonard F. Guttridge

Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World by Andrea Pitzer

If you read and enjoy any of these, please let me know!

EDITED TO ADD: OG Sad Boat Books post here!

[girlcrushart]

Somehow I’ve never made an Erin Heatherton poster before. I know I’ve posted her in the pre-poster nuked version of my blog but for some reason not since, even tho I find her ridiculously hot. Sure, her body is exquisite, but then there’s her face which is just so very pretty and then the real deal-sealer are all those sexy freckles. Simple reasons for today’s post, really. Just a really beautiful girl whose work I’ve enjoyed for a good long while! Today’s girlcrushart guardián is Erin Heatherton.

[orcinus-veterinarius]

Wait, what’s the deal with seashepard? I grew up w a family that supported them and literally bought their merch and stuff

I was the same way! I thought they were so cool after watching Whale Wars. But unfortuantely, despite agreeing with their mission to end commercial whaling, I think their dangerous methods (not to mention their extreme anti-zoo and anti-Indigenous rhetoric) ultimately cause a lot more harm than good. Assaulting and harrassing whalers and sealers, many of whom rely on hunting to feed their families, isn't going to inspire any change. I've been told by folks that have had interactions with Sea Shepherd members that they have a reputation for alienating the communities they enter and being rude and aggressive to both locals and other anti-whaling organizations.

Captain Paul Watson founded Sea Shepherd in 1977 after leaving Greenpeace for disapproving of his "direct action" approaches. In 1986, Watson lead an attack on unoccupied whaling vessels in Iceland that got his group branded as terrorists. The act ultimately had a counterintuative effect, "turn[ing] Icelandic public opinion against the cause of saving whales" (x). In 2013, they were even labeled as "pirates" by a U.S. court for their aggressive actions toward occupied Japanese whaling ships: "When you ram ships; hurl containers of acid; drag metal-reinforced ropes in the water to damage propellers and rudders; launch smoke bombs and flares with hooks; and point high-powered lasers at other ships, you are, without a doubt, a pirate, no matter how high-minded you believe your purpose to be" (x). Sea Shepherd actually removed Watson in 2022 in an attempt to separate itself from his more radical tactics (and outstanding arrest warrants) and go legitmate. PETA denounced this as a betrayal to the animal rights movement.

Watson started his own organization (yet again), and Sea Shepherd is now lead by real estate mogul Pritam Singh. But I still hesitate to support them. In their bid to gain custody of Wikie and Keijo, they make several alarming statements, claiming that Nova Scotia is too cold for them since all they know is warm Mediterranean water (neglecting the fact that their habitat is chilled, something that can't be done in a pen) and that relocating to a sea pen in France will somehow be less stressful than moving to another pool. Wikie and Keijo were both born in the Marineland tanks. Even if we believe that a pen will be more beneficial to their welfare in the long run, it's downright foolish to claim that a pen is the "least stressful option." No one on their team has remotely any experience in captive cetacean husbandry, so they plan to continue employing Marineland trainers. Maybe don't accuse a group of animal abuse and then ask them to come work for you?

[alan-in-the-outernet]

while we're putting sealers through the wringer, how would each of them react if all the others were killed except them

who's having a king arc. (if any)

Okay so. Funny you ask. I've actually drawn Sunglow and Nala on... well. King arc's basically. Having horrible times. So! I guess you could say those two might have a king arc

But.. to be fair these ideas were if like. They were REALLY going through it... like. The other four died in HORRIBLE ways... with SOMETHING to blame, some people or some kingdom- SOMETHING to direct that rage on...

..On the bright side they'd still be nice to civilians and these are.. low chances... but really they're also trying to... bring the others back... defy the universe even if the odds are against them... a desperateness to bring them back...

...Anywho! on the other hand, Tangerine(funnily enough) and Carmine are the least likely to have a king arc... they're be devastated, but Carmine is the most likely too... not move on really but... not hurt other's... unless again they died in a terrible way and there's SOMETHING that did it... but then either would likely work to tear down that thing... and then.. try to cope...

...It's not quite working... it hurts...

..Azure could go either way, really. Depends... but he also doesn't have magic so any hope for bringing the other's back, which is already almost 0 anyways(0 if there is no ghosts), would basically be 0...

...Might just run after trying to deal with what killed the other's.. run and run until he can't run anymore... run until there's nothing left...

[katyahina]

Dark Souls 1 faces references Part 9: Patches, Siegmeyer, Sieglinde, Mildred, Crestfallen Knight, Crestfallen Merchant

Patches

According to Rayan, his hair data is black, and I can honestly believe it seeing how on Demon Souls we did see him with black facial hair (cursed), and in Dark Souls 3 and Elden Ring his hair data is also dark! You can sort of tell from what body hair looks like too but personally I write this off as NPC models limitation and ignore it. This man never grew a single body hairling in his entire life.

His eye color appears to be inconsistent; dark green in DS1, greyish green in DS3 and just bright grey in Elden Ring. I suppose this is the spectrum, just as long as it isn't blue or brown?

Siegmeyer

Looks just as goofy as he is supposed to! I like how they did put effort in making him 'smile'!

Sieglinde

I previously assumed that she and her dad would share an eye color, but turns out her brown is also different! It is more amber eyes than it is brown eyes, to think of it...

Mildred

From the 3/4 view, you can see how strong her skulls are supposed to be! I like when characters are still distinct despite creator's limitations like that. And.. yeah, yet ANOTHER person you thought had blue eyes but it is that same shade of greyish-green!

Crestfallen Knight

Crestfallen Merchant

The guy in a nook in outer Sen's Fortress if you've missed him. (I didn't >:3 ) Also the one who is made to artificially look taller than player by his model moved slightly up in invisible collision above the floor level. I suppose I see the intent here and he is supposed to be tall.

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So yeah, thanks everyone for dealing with dashboard being bombarded with these checking all of these! This is all of them! I am very happy with them and to learn the truth about eye colors and some extra stuff as someone who wants my fanarts to be accurate!

A little shame that there are no screenshots of exact sliders so characters could be easily recreated in the game to play as, but I say this is still a VERY good start! I remind you that it's been over a DECADE and this is still the very first instance of actually getting proper look at the faces @_@ Maybe some time later? I am also very surprised that nobody still was curious about weird glitch with Grana's model where two models belong to the same NPC.. but who knows, maybe from this point on, someone could finally shed a light on how exactly Fromsoft managed to do THIS?

Again, you need to remember that Dark Souls 1 creator didn't have much room for things like scars, freckles and such compared to later creators, so there are valid things to add as headcanon! However, for some reason, 'male' models have a mole on their left sholder and 'female' models have a mole on their neck by default?

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Part 1: Oscar, Ricard, Solaire, Anastacia

Part 2: Reah, Petrus, Vince, Nico, Leeroy

Part 3: Pharis/Evlana, Americus, Forest Hunter (Cleric), Beatrice, Dusk

Part 4: Shiva, Shiva's Bodyguard, Forest Hunter (Sorcerer), Forest Hunter (Thief), Forest Hunter (Bandit)

Part 5: Quelana, Jeremiah, Grana, Cut Content Character, Domhnall

Part 6: Darkmoon Knightess, Lautrec, Lautrec's Helper (Sealer), Lautrec's Helper (Warrior)

Part 7: Ingward, Kirk, Oswald, Havel, Tarkus

Part 8: Griggs, Logan, Rickert, Crystal Knight, Laurentius

Part 9: Patches, Siegmeyer, Sieglinde, Mildred, Crestfallen Knight, Crestfallen Merchant (you are here)

* Shots of characters' faces datamined and provided by RayanTheMad on Twitter + rayanwasalsotaken on Discord!

* Twitter thread with the faces here: ( x )

* Data for characters Ciaran, Darkmoon Soldier (Balder) and Darkmoon Soldier (Berenike) doesn't exist and they simply copy the last face loaded, when there wasn't any loaded they use default placeholder data

[searchingsomewhere]

All Too Well, Part 13

{"I don't know the reason you said, 'Treasure what you have now'. They're pretty words, but didn't mean a thing."}

poly!Gojo x OC x Geto

All Too Well Masterlist

Part 1

Miho saw him. Just a few blocks down, quietly pushing through the crowd. There was only one, dressed in a similar uniform to the man that had attacked her and Suguru months ago.

She grabbed Satoru's sleeve.

"We're too exposed here," she whispered, "We need to get out of the crowd."

Satoru clicked his tongue. "They know you're not the vessel, so what's the big deal?"

He turned, leading her to the side, away from the main street. Miho knew he'd use Limitless even out in the public eye if he needed too. She couldn't summon a veil without trapping innocent people in it. As soon as they pulled away from the main shopping area, the two broke out into a run. Miho motioned him to an alley.

"It looks like Q," Miho told him between breaths as they ran. "Curse user!"

"Hold on!" Satoru grabbed her by the waist with one arm. Instinctively she wrapped her arms around his shoulders.

He leapt into the air weightlessly, bringing them both to the rooftop...

... Which proved to be a bad move. A uniformed curse user stood waiting for them. The man groaned upon seeing them.

"The Gojo brat," he mutttered.

"The one and only," Satoru retorted. He watched him with a glowing gaze, "What, you scared of little old me?"

"Hand the Sealer over, and I won't kill either of you," the Q assailant said. Despite his threat, he stood stock still, tense, ready to jump back if Satoru moved.

The last guy just attacked us, he didn't give us an option, Miho thought.

"What the hell do you want?" she asked, gripping Satoru's shoulders tighter.

"I don't have to explain anything to you," he spat.

Satoru's smile was razor sharp. "Touch her and die, then."

The uniformed man hesitated. He gritted his teeth, clearly weighing his options. Attacking would mean dealing with Gojo's technique. But the last Q combatant they fought, Kenta, was fully confident he could beat Suguru. Since when were they so careful?

"We can't let him go," she muttered to Satoru. He nodded.

"Breathe in," he instructed.

She did as she was told.

Suddenly they were behind the Q combatant. Miho gasped, the quick movement making her head spin. She pushed through the nausea and slapped the talisman onto the man's back.

Simple Seal: Restraint!

Satoru's grip on her waist lessened. Miho held the completed talisman in her hand, staring at it thoughtfully.

"You alright?" he asked gently.

Miho smiled at him reassuringly. "I'm fine. It's just..." she frowned, gesturing with the talisman, "...I don't think this man is from Q."

"Who'd wanna impersonate those losers?"

"I don't know, but...When Kenta attacked me and Suguru, he came out of nowhere and struck first. This one was too cautious. And they have no reason to come after me...right?" Miho muttered, halfway to herself. She bit her lip.

Satoru pulled her close, tucking her head under his chin. Miho rested against his chest, inhaling his scent. He smelled clean, like nice fabric softener.

"Let's head back."

---

"So you don't think he's from Q?" Yaga asked.

Miho, Satoru, and Suguru were sitting in the classroom. Miho had already gone through her reasoning for her theory. She shivered, pulling Suguru's oversized sweatshirt further down her legs. Yaga stood at the podium, eyes darting around the talisman.

"I think it's better to take a gut feeling seriously than to shrug it off as coincidence," Suguru said.

Yaga's face darkened some, as if he were exploring possibilities with more damning repercussions. He looked at the three teenagers.

"If it doesn't mess with your holiday break plans too much," he began, "I believe it's safer for Miho if the two of you both accompany her over the break."

"...We were planning on going to my parents," Suguru said, glancing over at his friends.

"You two don't mind me crashing the party, do you?" Satoru asked, as if the plan wasn't already for the three of them to spend the entire break together.

"Of course not."

"Mr. Masamichi, do you know who this man might be?" Miho asked.

Yaga shook his head. "I don't. But try to enjoy the break; I'll do some research, and I'll figure out what's going on."

Part 14

[screenmobile]

How to Stop Water from Pooling on a Patio?

So, you've got a patio—your little slice of the outdoors where you sip coffee in the morning, grill burgers on the weekends, or just stretch out and soak up the fresh air. But then it rains, and suddenly, you’re dealing with puddles, mud, and maybe even some slippery spots. Not exactly the relaxing vibe you were going for, right?

Water pooling on a patio isn’t just an eyesore—it can lead to structural damage, mold, and even safety hazards. The good news? You don’t have to live with it. Whether you're dealing with minor puddles or a full-on mini lake, there are plenty of ways to fix the issue.

Let’s break down why this happens and, more importantly, how you can stop it.

First, Why Does Water Pool on Your Patio?

Before you grab a shovel or call in the pros, it helps to understand what’s causing the problem. Here are the usual culprits:

Poor Drainage – If your patio isn’t built with a slight slope, water has nowhere to go.

Soil Settling – Over time, the ground beneath your patio can shift, creating low spots where water collects.

Clogged Drains or Gutters – If water isn’t flowing away properly, it’s bound to find a new home—on your patio.

Paving Material Issues – Some materials absorb water, while others cause it to pool on the surface.

Surrounding Landscape – If the area around your patio doesn’t allow for proper drainage, water can back up and collect.

Alright, now that you know the why, let’s tackle the how.

Quick Fixes for Small Water Puddles

If you only have minor pooling in certain areas, you might not need a major overhaul. Here are some quick solutions:

Sweep It Away (Temporarily)

If water is just hanging out in small puddles, a broom or squeegee can push it off. Obviously, this isn’t a permanent fix, but it works in a pinch—especially after a light rain.

Drill Drainage Holes (For Concrete Patios)

For concrete patios that hold water in specific spots, a few well-placed drainage holes can help. Use a masonry drill bit to create small holes in low areas so water can escape into the ground below.

Apply a Waterproof Sealer

Some patio surfaces absorb water, worsening the pooling problem. A waterproof sealer helps by repelling water, making it bead up and roll off rather than soak in.

Long-Term Solutions to Stop Water Pooling

If your patio regularly turns into a wading pool, it’s time for more serious solutions. Here’s what you can do:

1. Adjust the Slope

Water needs a path to flow away. Ideally, patios should have a slope of about 1/4 inch per foot leading away from your house. If yours is flat or slopes the wrong way, you might need to:

Resurface with a sloping layer of concrete

Use a self-leveling compound (for minor adjustments)

Rebuild sections of a paver patio to create proper runoff

2. Install a French Drain

A French drain is essentially a gravel-filled trench with a pipe that redirects water away from problem areas. It’s a great option if your yard naturally collects water, and it works well for patios that are set lower than the rest of the yard.

3. Add a Drainage Channel

If water tends to collect at the edge of your patio, a channel drain (also called a trench drain) could be the answer. These are narrow drains set into the patio surface, directing water to a more suitable drainage area.

4. Replace Solid Surfaces with Permeable Pavers

Solid concrete or stone patios don’t let water pass through, leading to runoff and pooling. Permeable pavers (like gravel-filled grids, porous bricks, or spaced-out pavers with drainage gaps) allow water to soak into the ground instead.

5. Improve Gutter and Downspout Placement

Sometimes, the problem isn’t the patio—it’s the water coming from your roof. Check if your gutters and downspouts are directing rainwater straight onto your patio. If they are, adding downspout extenders or rerouting them can help.

6. Landscape for Better Drainage

If your patio is surrounded by heavy, compacted soil, water won’t drain properly. Consider:

Adding gravel or river rock around the edges for better absorption

Planting water-loving plants (like ferns, hostas, or native grasses) to help absorb excess moisture

Creating a rain garden—a landscaped area designed to collect and slowly absorb runoff

What If You’re Building a New Patio?

If you’re in the planning stages of adding a patio, designing for proper drainage from the start will save you a ton of headaches later. Here’s what to keep in mind:

Pick the right material – Permeable pavers or concrete with drainage gaps are best.

Ensure a proper slope – Even a small incline (1-2%) makes a big difference.

Plan for drainage – French drains, gravel beds, and downspout placement all matter.

When to Call in the Pros

Some drainage issues can be tackled with a bit of DIY effort, but if your patio is sinking, constantly flooding, or affecting your home’s foundation, it’s time to bring in a professional. A contractor can help with:

Regrading your patio or yard

Installing a full drainage system

Lifting or replacing sunken pavers

Addressing major erosion issues

Final Thoughts

Water pooling on a patio isn’t just annoying—it can lead to bigger problems like mold, cracks, and foundation damage. Whether it’s a simple fix like sealing the surface or a bigger project like installing drains, there’s always a way to get rid of those puddles for good.

Need expert help? If you're in South Bend or the surrounding areas, Screenmobile of South Bend can help with custom patio solutions, including enclosures, screens, and upgrades that enhance your outdoor space—without the water mess.

Don't let rain ruin your patio—get the right fix today!

[ask-the-amph-greater-universe]

I’ll respond to as many of the scenarios you listed as I can let’s see

Draconis would at first be looking for the starholder, not really trusting this place, but when he finds Chapter he’ll probably just leave him there, he only takes stars from people he deems evil and it’s not like this guy is hurting people. He debates bringing him back to reality but isn’t sure he’d react well to that.

Bold of you to assume Draconis will let them be dismissive of him. He’s probably going into dragon form to pick them up and examine them. Not like he has any fear of any of em. Draconis doesn’t know enough about Antares’ world to want to steal his star, he’s just having fun messing with them.

Draconis would just be curious of Runaway Eclipse, no real taunting just talking to him

Honey isn’t deemed evil so no star theft there, although he’d probably offer to take them to his world to help fix Cider.

Draconis will humor Beastmaker for a bit, maybe going dragon form when they try to transform him. He is secretly planning star theft though

Depends on the deal Blue Moon tries making with him, but the initial attack will lead to Draconis taunting him a bit. I mean Draconis has five stars on his body alone, so I can’t imagine the star hating guy has a very good reaction to that.

Ahh. I wasn't quite sure What type of star sealer he was. There's quite a bit more scenarios that would be interesting but we'll go with we got.

I mean chapter is just sitting in a closet asleep with maybe his Star chucked to the side. Chapter is literally just sleeping silently. Although it's clear from like the dust and cobwebs that are literally on his person that he's been sleeping for a really long time. If they do wake him up he will be grouchy and asking why the hell would they disturb him from his dream space. His only friends are there.

I mean everyone will be very upset about being picked up. But they aren't exactly surprised by the dragon? How depending on where he is Horn, Black Stars pet dragon might get territorial. Most of them will be grouching about how he's just trying to get attention because he's too prideful to realize that his life is a waste. And most of them all assuming since he's definitely not Sun, he must be an eclipse.

As long as they are at first very nice runaway won't run away at first. He'll exchange a simple greeting and say he seems like the strongest powerful thing around here. And he will be very obviously somewhat terrified and just hoping he doesn't try and kill him.

Honey will be thankful for any sort of help. He isn't really sure Cider is fixable. Seeing the horrors of the universe is not something you can quite program out. But a more hospitable place will be greatly appreciated. Although cider might quietly mumble that he doesn't want to leave Apple behind. Apple being the wither storm that did this to their universe in the first place.

Beastmaker is a mix of childlike wonder and recklessness to the point of being near suicidal. The dragon though will just impress him heavily. He enjoys it very very much. He wants it very much for himself. Also good luck getting the star. Because he's basically merged with it. Or maybe it's the whistle. I've never honestly thought where the star is.

I mean Blue Moon's not going to be the one making a deal. They want this man dead. Honestly Blue Moon will tell him he's abusing power that shouldn't be his. Plus the fact that, ahh. Well Blue Moon's going to be glowing like a freaking god. Blue moon gets magical power from the stars. Not the direct Creation magic boost. But basically it's like he's taking the magic from all the stars and merging it into some powerful ass spells. Blue Moon will probably match him in magical strength.

[issacballsac]

I Miss My Wife

Gender Neutral Reader

Leona Heidern|Chizuru Yata-Kagura|Shermie

Your entire day to be summed up was exhausting

It was all purely fun and games deciding to have a training day with your wife

Until you forgot she’s in the special forces

From cardio to straight up inhumane exercises to say you were beat was an understatement

The combat machines routinely kept up with your pace as your eyes drifted over to Leona who was in much better shape than you

As your form got more and more sluggish you dropped the routine all together and whisked over to Leona’s area

“Why are you in my section?” Her blunt words may come off negatively to most but you’ve grown accustomed to it by now

“I’ve missed you, my wife.”

Sternly staring back into your eyes a crunch was heard as she dismantled the training machine

“Don’t get distracted.” She barely coughed out

“I love you too!”

If it was up to Chizuru the both of you wouldn’t be in this predicament

However with the recent surge in Orochi energy more and more fiends arrived

The time flew with a never ending clearance

Promptly catching your breath from the—what was it? 100 enemies?

Your eyes scanned the field for your wife

Swiftly departing before the next challenger could get a swing in you approached the sealer with an embrace

“What is it my love?” She quirked an eyebrow at you as she dodged multiple attacks

“I just missed you is all.”

“Well you can miss me all you want after we deal with them.”

“As you wish dear.”

Shermie has no battle etiquette whatsoever

So the minute you began to long for her she dropped the opponent and walked off with you

Regardless of whether or not they would chase after the both of you

She does this quite often

Be it in the king of fighters tournament or just in daily combat

A terribly concealed laughter leaving her lips as you embraced her with longing

“Not that I mind at all but what’s with the hug?”

“I’ve simply missed you dearly.”

“Shall we leave then? I’m getting bored anyways—how about the shopping district?”

Requested by @miserable-homo-momo

[zyonsay]

Tired as hell

Fem aligned people may read but not f3tishize my work!!

Warnings: Being a Line cook sucks, Smoking, Intimacy, Eeby Jeebies

Reader: Genderneutral

Song i listened to while writing: "Lost soul down x Lost soul" by NBSPLV

AN: Hi theree :] Y'all voted for Hobie, y'all get Hobie! I will probably also post a Ghost fic soon, since i already have an idea about what i wanna write! But for now i hope y'all can enjoy this one! Also Fun Fact: The part where i write reader washing salad, that was me today. I was so friggen annoyed by this green piece of shit. Anyways darlings, love y'all! <3

You were washing some salad as your last task for your shift. You kept glancing over to the cheap clock hanging on the kitchen wall above the vacuum sealer. Your shift had already ended, but you wanted to get this stuff done so the others wouldn’t have to finish your work. You worked as a line cook in an 80s Themed diner and were stressed whenever entered the establishment. You loved your colleagues, but the constant nagging of the servers and the regular verbal abuse of your executive chef Jerry really annoyed you.

“I’m out guys!”, you yelled over the loud sizzling of the Beef patty on the grill. You laid the salad into the metal bowl next to you. “Bye darlin’!”, hollered one of the workers.

You left through the back, stepping into the cool Londoner night air. A chill ran down your spine, you’ve been standing in that unbearably hot kitchen for too many hours. You lit a cigarette and started walking home. All you wanted to do now is to flop on your bed and sleep. But you urgently needed to shower first and there was a big possibility that your bed was covered in dirty clothes, so you’d have to move those out of sight too. You suddenly felt someone grab your shoulders and in fear of being shanked by a drunk Brexit geezer you immediately spun around and punched the person right into their stomach.

“FUCKIN’ HELL, Y/N- “, you now saw that you punched your boyfriend Hobie and immediately spilled thousand and thousands of apologies. “Oh my god I’m so sorry sweetheart!”, you put your hand on the hunched over figure, trying to comfort him about the pain you inflicted. “You pack a real good punch mate”, Hobie chuckled with a pain-stricken face. He straightens his posture, seemingly recovered from the pain. You both start walking again, Hobie stealing a cig from you since he always forgets to take any along. And obviously he also forgot to bring a lighter, so you gave him yours with a small grin. He then shot you a toothy smile. “Thanks!”

You were fiddling with your keys, desperately wanting to go sleep. Your partner was standing behind you, pressing a small kiss to your neck. “I’m sweaty.”, you stated as you scrunched your nose. “We’ll shower and then go to bed dear.” Hobie gave you a quick peck to the cheek. You finally found the right key and opened the door of your apartment. You threw your bag on the floor and stripped your boots off, Hobie doing the same.

Hobie began walking towards the bathroom, you followed him in a sleepy manner. You both got rid of your clothes, dumping them in a corner of the room, as you cannot be asked to deal with them now. You tell yourself that you’ll put them aside tomorrow, knowing damn well you won’t. You and your boyfriend hop in the shower and begin lathering up your bodies with showering gel that smells way too yummy. Hobie lets his hands wander, giving you gentle squeezes on your hips, shoulders, and ass. You jokingly roll your eyes at his cheeky actions, allowing your head to lean against his shoulder. He pulls you into a gentle kiss, caressing your face softly. “Your shoulders feel tense.”, he mumbled quietly. He slowly spun you around and began massaging your shoulders, earning groans from his beloved boyfriend.

After you both rinsed off the soap, you stepped out of the shower, reaching desperately for the towel. You got sleepier by the minute and struggled to keep your eyes open. Hobie gently led you to the bedroom, disposing of all the clothes lying on your bed. He brought you one of his T shirts and a pair of underpants, handing them to your tired self.   You dropped the towel and got dressed.  Then you flopped into the patterned sheets, burying yourself in them. Your boyfriend let out a quiet chuckle and laid down, pulling you into his arms. He began caressing your back, knowing you love his soft touches. Hobie then nuzzled into the creek of your neck, getting all cozy and comfy. Your breathing fell into a peaceful rhythm as you finally fell asleep in your boyfriends’ arms.

“Love you.”

[oh-hell-help-me]

July 31: National Watermelon Day

Luigi had waited for this day- the moment he planted their seeds, he knew it was guaranteed that he and his family would be eating watermelon.

Up until the start of the month, he thought his chances of grabbing even a slice of the fruit was near zero with him and his brother being in another dimension (or universe… who knows?).

Which makes it an utterly amazing surprise to learn that this world did in fact have watermelon- even if it’s unusually sweet.

So, while he was extremely tempted on just buying the fruit when he wanted, he opted for seeds that will sprout replantable fruit.

The first few weeks had Luigi waiting with bated breath, unsure if the Royal Greenhouse was able to accommodate the seeds or if the seeds were viable at all.

And then he saw the first sprouts.

It was then that Luigi threw himself into the project, sometimes being joined by Roy, and carefully following the steps of watermelon cultivation.

If he was not in the Greenhouse, he was in the library researching fruiting plant care and preparation methods for when the fruit would ripen.

If he was in neither location, Luigi could often be found in the recesses of the castle making his own version of a vacuum sealer.

The only reason he comes out is to spend time with Bowser and the kids (and to avoid being dragged out). Without them, he likely wouldn’t have made it through the three months of tedious cultivation.

Then again, he wouldn’t be doing this at all if not for them.

…

Bowser was concerned for his husband- at first.

The pattern of overwork had been obvious, what with the decreased socialization and self care, but Roy’s involvement had stayed Bowser’s hand.

Then, he realized what Luigi was doing.

For some reason, the new addition of the Greenhouse has been receiving the most attention.

If if wasn’t for the fact that it was just a new plant, Bowser might have been jealous.

(…Okay, he might’ve been a little bit jealous.)

Still, the efforts his husband made to still spend time with him and their kids, in spite of this new addition, was enough to mollify Bowser’s fears.

And, in atypical fashion, he watches the weeks go by as the plants sprout into curly vines that somehow pop out a few pretty flowers.

He watches long after seeing the fliers wilt and be replaced a rapidly growing fruit, getting bigger and bigger into something that almost seemed famil-

Wait.

Really?

Really.

He- why- hmm.

From the near ending of the third month of growth, Bowser is able to corner Luigi in the library, scooping him up in a sneak-hug that rewarded him a high pitched yelp.

“Now, what do you think you’re doing?”

“Um…” Luigi, his cute clueless husband, stutters. “Reading?”

“I meant the watermelons.”

“Oh!” And Bowser nearly looses his train of thought at the nearly blinding beam of a smile that spread across Luigi’s face. “I’m growing some for us!”

“Obviously.” Not really, but Luigi didn’t need to know that. “But why?”

“Well,” Luigi lets himself settle in his arms, craning his head back to meet eyes. “I wanted to share them with our family on Watermelon Day.”

“Another human tradition?”

“Yeah!”

“And did you tell the kids that?”

“Do you think the watermelons would have made it if I did?”

“Roy probably could have reined them in.”

“Probably.”

“And what’s so special about them anyway?”

“Nothing really, just…”

Luigi breaks the eye contact, but the way he fiddled with Bowser’s claws showed a level of anxiety he hadn’t seen in a while.

“Before- before we came here, watermelon used to be one of the few things we could afford to celebrate with- a deal with a grocer, you know? It always tasted particularly sweet after a month of back to back plumbing jobs in the summer, and it always was something to look forward to.”

Bowser doesn’t twitch when Luigi snaps his head up.

“Not that I’m saying that I don’t have that here now! But- but it would be nice to share that tradition, and I…” Luigi looks like he wants to squirm. “I want to see you all enjoy that same bit of happiness.”

Well, who the hell would say that it wasn’t sweet? In fact, as the freaking Koopa King, he is in good authority to say that was the most sugary sweet sentiment he ever heard from his husband’s mouth.

A sentiment that always surprised Bowser, elated him in a way that made words hard to perfectly describe the urge of wanting to smother Luigi in affection.

“You sap.” And he kissed him instead, distantly noting that the fireworks of emotions that always came with it felt burning sweet this time.

Addictive, almost.

By the time they parted, their panting was the only thing breaking the silence of the Library. Until-

“I love you.” Bowser hears those magic words, and feels like he’s falling for Luigi all over again.

“I love you too.”

[rederiswrites]

oof. Went a bit over capacity and gave myself a migraine yesterday. The heat is a trigger, for one thing. Today I feel hung over but I'm still very much in the place where the amount of work I have to do is above capacity. I have leaking coolers full of huge chickens in the hall because I didn't order the supplies to freeze them well (shrink wrap bags and a vacuum sealer) in advance and am now waiting for those and adding ice to coolers and taking away leaking chicken water. And doing laundry and watering everything and making beads. I have four teenagers in the house, which isn't the problem because they take care of themselves and are great, but they produce the most amazing volume of dirty dishes. The problem is that two of them are here to try on Pennsic clothing and see what needs to be made, because once again we did not do that in advance and now have three weeks to get everything done. And I spent the last two days dealing with chickens and having a migraine, etc., and so not one garment has been tried on yet.

I just wanna make beads. Just wanna be a little bead gremlin.