#easily one of Richard's best performances

[ballsandbabes]

Athletic Lessions Pt 1: Nagi Seishiro x reader

Read PART II // PART III Genre: Slow-burn, Wholesome, Mutual Growth, Subtle Romance Setting: Blue Lock Training Grounds

Summary: What happens when ambition meets laziness and tension begins to rise. Find hatred and dislike in a connection and trainer and Prodegy have to find out how they can achieve their goals together?

Authors Note: y/n = your name and L/n= last name // GIF not mine //h/c = hair color // nor proof read, sorry ^^

When you received the call from Ego himself about a month ago, you thought it was a joke. You had been helping your father in his training facility for about a year. Richard, your father, was very respected in the sports world. He looked after all the top athletes like Leon Messy, Kyle Bappe and Christian Roland. Monitoring physical performance, supervising physical training and evaluating data. You and your best friend Ami were planning to fly to Sweden at the end of the year, so you started working while attending college to finance the trip.

When you heard that you would actually be working the same way as you already did with your dad and that the paycheck would easily finance the entire trip, so you agreed. That's how you ended up in the leather seat of a private jet, together with other boys and flew to Japan. You had a brief and concise explanation of what was coming next, when the boy next to you suddenly leaned in towards you.

"You know, they chose young adults as trainers to make the training easier and more relaxed. I think Ego believes, these are optimal training conditions," he said in an omniscient tone of voice. You looked at him confused. Also a bit annoyed, he had just violated your personal space like it was nothing....you didn't know each other, not even his name.

He saw the emotions and questions running across your face and seemed to realize where his mistake was when he said, "Oh sorry, I'm Maximilian, feel free to call me Max."

“Hi Max,” you say friendly. "How come, you know all this stuff about the Blue Lock program? I thought its very much a secret..."

"Ah, you know, my mother used to work for a sports team at the beginning of her career… she supervised Egos team in media stuff, back when he was still playing, you know. So basically I have all the good insider information," he smiled with a sparkle in his eyes.

You made friends with Max for the rest of the flight, you had more than enough time after all. Philippe, the boy in the seat to the left of you, had joined the conversation at some point. With the two of you at your side, your nervousness disappeared more and more. Only to rise again into the immeasurable, after landing… Now, this crazy adventure of yours would start.

A black, sleek traveling bus took you to the Bluelock facility. Its buildings towering tall over all of you.

--------------- 2 hours later ----------------------------

The ceremony was stiff, formal, and—ironically for a program like Blue Lock—military toned. Rows of Blue Lock players stood on one side of the gym, while the athletic trainers faced them across the polished floor. Ego had just explained, over the giant screen, that you and the others were brought into BlueLock to maximize and perfect the physical abilities of the young players.

You stood near the center, clipboard in hand, trying to look composed in your athletic uniform. Blue, just like the players' "uniforms". Your top had hexagon patterns in a light blue on the sides, which was repeated in your shorts. It suited you very well. Despite your professionalism, you could feel the stares. You became even more nervous.

You were the only female trainer. And the Blue Lock boys, despite their killer instincts and inflated egos, were still teenage athletes with eyes. Not to mention the fact that the boys had been here for weeks and had little contact with the outside world because of the strict training schedules and rules.

"Who's that? She's kinda cute.", Tabito whispered, stealing a glance at you. "Think I can ask for a switch?", Kenyu aksed more to himself. "Tch. She's probably not impressed by weaklings like you.", Rin said unfazed.

You heard the whispers but didn’t acknowledge them. Instead, you stood tall as Ego Jinpachi walked between the two lines like a general, tablet in hand, expression as unreadable as ever. It was rare for Ego himself to set a foot on the field.

“This is not a popularity contest,” he began, voice cold and sharp. “Each player has been matched to a trainer based on compatibility, athletic needs, and psychological contrast. You won’t like each other, you don’t have to, thats not what we are here for. You will grow.”

You resisted the urge to roll your eyes. Seems to be a classic Ego.

He began calling out names. One by one, players were matched with trainers. Some high-fived, others looked confused or nervous. Then:

“Nagi Seishiro. Assigned to (L/N) (Y/N).”

Your head snapped up. Across the way, a tall, sleepy-eyed white-haired boy raised a brow. He blinked slowly at you like he wasn’t sure if he was supposed to react—or if he even wanted to. Shit, you got the indisciplined and lazy player. How are you supposed to uphold your father's good reputation when the player you were supposed to coach looked like he skipped every practice session?

You stepped forward, clipboard still tucked under your arm, slightly in a bad mood. “Guess I’m stuck with you.”

He scratched the back of his neck. “Man… I was hoping I’d get someone easy.” Someone simple? What did he mean by that? Probably someone who didn't care whether he skipped the training sessions. Lost in thought, you looked at the mirrored wall of the room… your look was scary and serious. Maybe that's why he said it.

You gave him a flat look. “And I was hoping I’d get someone who can hold a plank for more than 10 seconds.”, was your clearly cold and annoyed answer.

The corner of his mouth twitched. “Guess we’re both outta luck then.”

The first few weeks were a nightmare. Nagi treated working out like it was a punishment invented to make his life harder. He slumped through stretches, whined about burpees, and once tried to trade his leg day with Reo like it was some playground lunch deal. Or he didn't show up for training at all.

By now it was common practice for you to wait outside his room in the morning just to personally drag him to training. He hated it. Every morning his roommates were happy to see you, which resulted in a jam at the door. Once, he took advantage of this chaos to sneak up on you for breakfast, without being noticed. But that only meant 20 more push-ups.

In his eyes you were merciless, cruel and far too ambitious. After all, he would be standing on the field playing soccer and not you. What did you get out of torturing him like that??

----------- Same day: trainers lunch -------------

“Ugh, he’s a total disaster,” you complained to Max and Philippe. "Why is that? He actually looks quite athletic," asked Max, astonished.

"He skips training sessions and when he shows up, he always only gives 50%…how am I supposed to get this idiot fit for the U20, if he just refuses??" you said with an ever-increasing anger.

Philippe just laughed, amused by your reaction. "You know, I have to train this guy named Kenyu, he's supposed to be a model. He's really a handful too"

“At least he’s coming to training,” you said as you looked lost into your spaghetti. How are you supposed to get him fit?

----------- Same day: players lunch -------------

"Dude, training today was awesome. I notice how strong I've become," said Tabito, visibly proud of his progress. Reo chimed in, "Yeah, right? My trainer, this Max really knows what hes doing."

"What about you Rin, what's training like for you?" Kunigami asked between bites of his steak.

"Ugh, this guy is supposed to make me stronger…not waste my time" Classic Rin, all he could think about was soccer. Judging by the way Isagi looked, he seemed to share the same opinion as Rin.

Plop! A tray crashed onto the boys' table. Nagi had just sat down, his gaze firmly fixed on his console. "Hey Nagi, we're talking about strength training. How's yours?" Reo asked while he was getting ready for his pudding.

"Yes, tell me how's it going," Kenyu asked with interest, "At least you got the only female and very attractive trainer."

"She's annoying," Nagi said curtly, bored by the question.

This statement visibly surprised the boys. "Why is that?" Isagi asked. "I wish I had her…her training program looks so good."

"It's such a hassle. She's always complaining…it annoys me and is stressful," he said as he got up to take the tray away. The boys looked at him in bewilderment.

------ Time Skip ----------

Weeks had passed and you and Nagi hadn't really made any progress. The only notable success was, that he now came to training voluntarily and did so comparatively often.

But that afternoon everything was about to change. He entered training field number 3 and wondered, why you guys were suddenly training on the soccer field. He saw you sitting on the grass and was confused. "Sit down," she said in a commanding but friendly voice. And that's what he did.

"You're going to sit here for a whole hour," she said, not lifting her eyes from the clipboard in her arm. "Sit? Just sit," Nagi asked confused. "Yes," she said as if it were the most normal thing in the world.

He shrugged his shoulders…this seemed to be a relaxed training session. He was about to get up and go to his training bag when y/n picked it up and walked to the door. You saw his questioning look and said, "Just sit, you shouldn't do anything else, just that. Can you manage that?" Your voice sounded a little more condescending than you intended. You closed the door, but unknowingly left a little parting.

Minutes passed by. What's the point of that? Nagi asked himself. That was a complete waste of time. How was he supposed to be the best striker ever, if he just sat here. Sure, the training and games with Ego were annoying and he would love to go back to his console…but a leat he would get something out of it. This sittitng thing of yours....it was beyond his laziness.

He was pulled out of a thought when voices appeared in the hallway…one of them was…yours??

"Y/n, what are you doing here alone? Aren't you supposed to be training with Nagi?" asked the unknown voice. “I do, I just adapted to his level and willingness to perform,” you said in a sharp voice that carried a tiny bit of another feeling. Could it be disappointment?

So that's how you saw him? As a lazy, undisciplined person, whos not worth training? He was used to people reacting strangely to his way, but this reaction and the realization, of what it meat, hurt him somehow.

An hour had passed when the door was pushed open with a flourish. There you stood, the light from the hallway made you look like a divine figure. “Get up, practice is over,” you said as you placed his bag in front of him. "What's that about?" he asked with a mixture of curiosity, hurt and anger.

“How did you feel during this hour,” you ask him with interest. "Like you're wasting my time," he said angrily.

“Good,” was all you said. "Now you know how I feel whenever you decide there are more important things than coming to our training!" Realizing what you just said, he looked down. You were right. Being the egoist that he was, he had never thought about it.

Despite how much he resisted at first, after that afternoon, you began to notice the small changes.

He stopped ghosting morning drills. He started bringing his water bottle without you nagging. Actively listened when you had something to say and asking questions every now and then. And when you once joked, “You’ll thank me when you’re scoring with those thighs, that I left you sitting on the field” he’d turned bright red and actually tried in that day’s leg press.

Little by little, he started to grow. And little by little something started to grow between you. Not just cooperation—but quiet respect. Some sort of connection.

During your time off from training with him, he secretly watched you. on the way back from the gym. You played soccer with the other trainers. You did well. he found you to be a very varied, especially a tactical player. He now went to the weight room four times a week. Once more than you had ordered him to do. He wouldn't admit it, but he wanted to show you that he could improve. And that he was worth your time and effort.

You stopped seeing him as a lazy prodigy. You saw the subtle competitiveness in him, the hunger to be better—especially when you praised him (he loved it so much). And he started seeing you, as more than just another person telling him what to do. You pushed him, yeah—but most importantly you noticed him. Encouraged him. Believed in him.

------ One late afternoon----------

One late afternoon, after a brutal agility circuit, Nagi sat on the floor, breathing hard but not complaining for once. You tossed him a towel, and he caught it with a practiced flick of the wrist.

“You didn’t skip a single training in three weeks,” you said, surprised.

He glanced up at you through silver lashes. “Yeah. I noticed you stopped looking annoyed. Thought that was kinda nice.”

You blinked, caught off guard. “So... you’re saying my approval’s your motivation or something?”

He leaned back on his hands, smirk lazy but sharp. “You work hard. I thought maybe I should try too. Plus…” His gaze flicked up and down briefly, just enough to make you fluster. “Effort looks good on you. Figured I’d try it on myself.”

You turned your head, hiding your smile. “You’re such a problem, handful lazy-ass” You initially called him that out of frustration, but it had grown more into some sort of a teasing pet name.

“Mm.” He stood, towel draped around his neck. “But I’m your problem now.”

You shook your head, heart oddly full. And from across the field, Reo watched the exchange with wide eyes, nudging Bachira with a knowing grin.

“Y’know,” Reo muttered, “he’s never trained this hard for anyone. Not even Ego.”

Bachira tilted his head. “Kinda strange, meh i dont care how others do...i focus on improving myself.”

Little did they know how much Nagi would focus on his improvement, because of you.

Because effort looked good on Nagi Seishiro. But the way he looked at you, like you were the goal he didn’t realize he needed to score— That looked even better.

PART II will be coming soon. Stay tuned! <3

[thealogie]

Talking about Tennant mentions in the wild, was reading a reddit thread about Ray Winston, and ofc someone is sharing their experience of working with David Tennant as well as Ray. "My first day on a professional movie set as an actor, the director kept getting my name wrong and I was too nervous to say anything. David (who I'd met for the first time a few minutes earlier) corrected him for me. Several years later (not having worked together in between), we were both in the Oxford Playhouse's 80th anniversary fundraising gala night. He was doing a bit from Richard II, and I cheekily asked him if he'd walk on as Hamlet in my Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead skit. He agreed. Later in the sketch we needed some piratical yelling from offstage, and in our rushed tech rehearsal I just asked anyone who was around – mostly stage crew – if they'd mind pitching in. Come the actual performance, what we got was some vague and barely audible mumbling from crew and a stunning one-man nautical soundscape from David, who could easily have simply gone back to his dressing room or indeed for a pint by that point." https://www.reddit.com/r/BritishTV/s/ypYTmyNRQN

Why is he like this? I’m beginning to think he’s killed someone and is doing the best job covering it up of all time

[notafraidofredyellowandblue]

2 cts..

Thought i had (because i read on some social media that the Till distancing himself from the band that Schneider mentioned, started with him taking on the 'Lindemann' project and from that got separate management, separate circle of people, separate 'bubble' (as Schneider called it)):

i often saw Emigrate and Lindemann as two similar projects, both Richard and Till taking the chance to do something that they weren't able to do with Rammstein.

Well, looking at it now, i think Emigrate actually saved Rammstein in a way (Flake even said as much in a podcast, about how Richard is so prolific and produces so many ideas, that they wouldn't fit in one band and that's what the solo project was for). Richard loves Emigrate as the 'interesting new girlfriend', but always talks about Rammstein as 'the mothership', 'the wife', 'the relationship', 'the marriage' and he has set clear boundaries for himself with Emigrate, like not playing live. Emigrate eventually took the tension off of Rammstein for him and imo that took the tension off of the others as well. After the latest Rammstein album Zeit, Richard even forgot fo mention in interviews that 'it would be the last', something he always did before 🌺

Till's things he can't do in Rammstein are the extremes, in pain, sex, darkness. The Rammstein democracy and quality control always knows exactly where to reign him in (not just in lyrics and performance (remember Schneider looking very uncomfortable when Till bashed his head against a stagelight every show in Heirate Mich?), but when they met up more often, i wouldn't be surprised if they commented on other stuff as well (there are some real meddlers in that band 🌺). It may have felt good to not be on the leash in Lindemann and i think Peter Tagtgren and him worked well together from a 'creation' point of view, but Peter probably didn't intend to put in a quality control on Till. And Till's new circle certainly wasn't into reigning him in, they only encouraged the extremes. Imo Till is very bad at setting boundaries for himself, and easily influenced when indulged (i think Paul even said as much in a making of once, in slightly different words). Ofcourse it feels nice if people don't argue with you all the time, and there are people who manage to arrange everything you come up with and make it happen...but that doesn't mean it's good for you. And when Till started mixing the two, by at a Lindemann concert showing the infamous BJ video set (either real or staged) at a Rammstein show, and everybody in his circle probably thought that was great...in hindsight that might have been a pivotal point.

It's a shame that it has come to where we are now, it probably wouldn't have happened if someone would have been able to put their foot down sooner. But with Till's people only indulging him, and the foot-put-downers at a distance... imo this was a situation waiting to happen.

Just my thoughts, but if i'm right, than i would say that where Emigrate saved Rammstein, Till's solowork almost destroyed it.

Almost, but not completely.

Because i honestly feel that the Rammstein democracy is still the best way for the 6 of them to work and shine. And I hope all 6 of them are doing their best to make it happen 🌺

(Ps. i don't mean this as an 'excuse' post in any way, we are talking about adults here, who should accept consequence for the actions they do or omit)

[medusapelagia]

The caddie

As Oscar Wilde used to say "I can resist everything except temptation"… and what is a bigger temptation than a double challenge? So I tried my best to keep the story G-rated AND enemies to lovers!

(It was so hard work with this word count and I have an entire universe designed for them! So maybe this will become a bigger fic in the future! ⛳️🏌️)

written for @steddiemicrofic

Rating: General Relationship: Steve Harrington/Eddie Munson WT: Collapse, heart attack Prompt: Hole WC: 404

It all started during The Masters: just a big misunderstanding that could have been clarified easily, but the other golf player decided that he could not forgive him and since that day Eddie Munson has tried to piss off Steve anytime he had the occasion.

It wasn't Steve’s fault if Munson was at his first tournament and Steve mistook him for a caddie! He wasn't wearing a caddie uniform, that’s true, but who has ever seen a golf player dressed in black with a low bun and a black leather cap? It was an honest mistake and he didn’t mean to offend him.

Now that Steve is getting ready for the U.S. Open, the younger boy can’t avoid feeling the pressure: not only he is Richard Harrington’s son, the number one golf player for the last twenty years, but that Munson guy somehow is just a few points under him in the golf ranking and Steve's father is giving him his pep talk, tainted with some passive-aggressive criticism as always, telling him that he can’t let a boy that grew up in a trailer winning the tournament.

Steve doesn’t really care about the money prize, what he cares about is getting his hands on the cup and finally making his father proud.

Munson is already on the green, taking some pictures with his fans: everyone loves the poor boy who trained in an abandoned mini golf near the trailer park and Steve feels so jealous: all his life he has lived under the unforgiving eye of the cameras, pretending to be the best version of himself, while Eddie is always so careless even with his declarations about his homosexuality.

“I’m going to do a hole-in-one!” Munson declares with a wink while Steve is standing closer to his caddie, an old man who is sweating so much that Steve is sure he is at his first experience.

"Are you ok?” Steve asks the caddie just a moment before he collapses to the ground.

“Help!” Steve yells, getting closer and searching for a heartbeat that’s not there, so he starts to perform CPR while Eddie kneels at his side with eyes full of worry.

“Wayne wake up! Please!” He begs while Steve keeps pushing on the man's chest and breathing air in his lungs, and when the old man finally opens his eyes, Eddie hugs Steve so tight that he wonders if their hostility finally ended.

[gothgleek]

Conchita Closson NSFW Alphabet

TW: sexual acts, mentions of mental health, and a few mentions of Richard as a third

Disclaimer: I do not own The Bucaneers or any of the images used. The borders are by @saradika-graphics

Comments, likes, and reblogs are appreciated. 🌹🌿🌹

A = Aftercare (what they’re like after sex)

Conchita is smiley and relaxed.

She would prefer her partner to grab the towels but she knows she leaves you exhausted afterwards. She would be the one to grab the towels and water or begin cuddling.

B = Body part (their favorite body part of theirs and also their partner’s)

She loves her dimples and skin. She takes extra care to get the best lotions to keep it extra soft. She loves her dimples because it’s unique to her and only appears when she’s happiest.

Conchita has always taken ‘the eyes are the window to the soul’ expression seriously. It’s her favorite feature of yours. Her heart sings when your eyes are bright and it breaks when your eyes are dull.

C = Cum (anything to do with cum, basically)

Conchita is a proper lady so she always swallows. She also likes making a mess between your thighs and going back to whatever the party the two of you took a break from.

D = Dirty secret (pretty self explanatory, a dirty secret of theirs)

She enjoys skinny dipping.

E = Experience (how experienced are they? do they know what they’re doing?)

Conchita was exposed to a lot of erotica (not even just vanilla stuff like secret romances but fantasy, monsters, and BDSM) so while she was a virgin before marriage she has an active imagination and would explore what she would do with her future lovers in her mind.

F = Favorite position (this goes without saying)

As the American, Conchita loves riding cowgirl. But she also enjoys face riding. So long as she’s on top.

G = Goofy (are they more serious in the moment? are they humorous? etc.)

Conchita is prone to giggles when she has sex.

H = Hair (how well groomed are they? does the carpet match the drapes? etc.)

As an 1800s lady, she has a curly bush. It’s thinner and darker than her the hair on her head though. One time she tried shaving it into the shape of a heart but she normally lets it grow out.

I = Intimacy (how are they during the moment? the romantic aspect)

She can be romantic. With Richard she knows he requires a delicate touch sometimes so she focuses on praising him. Romance rarely makes her cum though. She needs sex to be fun first.

J = Jack off (masturbation headcanon)

She masturbated a lot before she got married and had sex for the first time. However, now that she’s a lady in love she saves it for after sex when you’re too tired to keep going.

K = Kink (one or more of their kinks)

She loves sneaking off to have sex in a dark corner of the library or under the bridge- anything out of sight. She also cums instantly if you choke her.

L = Location (favorite places to do the do)

As much as she loves her velvet and silk sheets, the bed is for sleeping and you could never describe having sex with her a ‘sleeping’ with her. The garden and library are her favorite spots. The middle of the lake as well.

M = Motivation (what turns them on, gets them going)

A good party, joking around, and running around the estate grounds helps get her in the mood. You could also be passionately talking about something you love (a book, history, nature, etc.) and she would start performing oral sex- as long as you kept talking about whatever it is you’re passionate. It’s when she’s giddy and in love with life is when she feels horny.

N = No (something they wouldn’t do, turn offs)

Not into leather bondage. It’s a hard no from her. She also doesn’t like when you leave marks on her as she bruises easily.

O = Oral (preference in giving or receiving, skill, etc.)

She loves receiving oral. Loves it. Not huge into giving but she also won’t hesitate to get on her knees if you’re busy reading. She has to get your attention somehow.

P = Pace (are they fast and rough? slow and sensual? etc.)

Fast and rough 98% of the time but she can appreciate a nice, romantic time.

Q = Quickie (their opinions on quickies, how often, etc.)

Loves them and the riskier the better.

R = Risk (are they game to experiment? do they take risks? etc.)

Conchita is willing to experiment within reason. She once sprained her wrist having sex in a boat and falling out of the boat mid ride. Conchita would be the friend who has a wild sex story everytime you see her.

S = Stamina (how many rounds can they go for? how long do they last?)

She lasts longer than her partner (though not for a lack of trying) so once you or Richard taps out, she will take care of herself while praising you. She can average 5 orgasms a night but usually goes for more.

T = Toys (do they own toys? do they use them? on a partner or themselves?)

She has one dildo she uses when she’s bored and will sometimes take out sensory objects like feathers or blindfolds during sex. If it were modern day though, she would have an expansive collection for herself and her partner(s).

U = Unfair (how much they like to tease)

If she’s bored at a dinner or party she will run her hand over your thighs or suggestively eat food. During sex though, she would trace over your body with a feather or whisper dirty talk before she touches you. She doesn’t tease for long but it feels like forever to you.

If you would like Richard there, she will have him tease you as well.

V = Volume (how loud they are, what sounds they make, etc.)

To no one’s surprise, she is loud and unabashedly so. She’s either moaning, laughing, or making a mess (ripping sheets, knocking stuff over, etc). Surprisingly, not screaming though.

W = Wild card (a random headcanon for the character)

She has a ‘ribbon code’. Each color is for a kind of sex she’s craving- maroon for being tied up, purple for romance, green for outdoors, blue for the library, etc.

X = X-ray (let’s see what’s going on under those clothes)

As an 1800s lady, she has a bush. One time she tried shaving it into the shape of a heart but she normally lets it grow out.

Y = Yearning (how high is their sex drive?)

She had a pretty high sex drive before she got married but post marriage it was tempered. However, as her mental health got better her sex drive increased.

Z = Zzz (how quickly they fall asleep afterwards)

It takes her a while to fall asleep after. Sex gives her energy most of the time but she hates waking you up so she just watches you sleep. Once her heartbeat matches yours, she is able to fall asleep.

[filmpenance]

Wagon's East (1994)

Dir Peter Markle, 1h 47m [Film Penance 2025]

"For your information, if it were not for quitters, no one would start anything." - Phil

Am I a Wagon's East apologist? No. Do I think this movie is as bad as people say it is? Also no.

Now, there are a number of ways in which this movie can fail you. Were you expecting a Mel Brooks comedy like Blazing Saddles? Wagon's East is not that. That said, there's a lot about this movie to like.

First, the premise is a good one one. A gaggle of people who all tried to make a go of it in the Wild West, decide they preferred things out east and hire a wagon master named Harlow (John Candy) to help them reach St Louis.

The crew of misfits include Phil a physician (Richard Lewis), Belle a Madam (Ellen Greene), and Julian a bookseller (John C. McGinley) along with other families.

The movie is at its best when it focuses on the hardships that the "de-settlers" face, whether environmental, external threats, or each other. No expense was spared here, The production design, music and costumes are spectacular. It's well shot too. The exterior locations look beautiful and people are creatively placed within the landscape.

It's at it's worst when it strays from that main plot and introduces too many stories for the sole purpose of delivering weak jokes. You just want to get back to the merry band of weirdos. It least I did.

Overall, jokes land about 60% of the time which is a shame, because the actors are really giving it all they've got. I'm not mad at any of the performers. The movie is filled with great character actors like Robert PIcardo, Don Lake, Charles Rocket and William Sanderson. I'm irritated at how the movie dragged. You could easily cut 15 minutes from this film to get a cute piece of fluff. It made me wish there had been one more pass at the script to tighten it up. (See sidenotes).

While I can't recommend Wagon's East, I was pleasantly surprised.

Trailer: https://youtu.be/PfabKcoGFmE?si=wO4jtWpaggFmnhRJ

Sidenotes: Things I liked but didn't anticipate about the movie. The queer bookseller character was never a joke - his community liked him and cared about him. He's a hero, as are those in the Sioux Nation. The Indigenous characters were smart and funny, and the de-settlers followed their direction.

[lexsiyette]

any sanders sides fans?

too bad heres mine

imagination/creativity (Alex)

The oldest Side

Hobbies

- Writing

- Performing

- professional daydreaming (yeah thats the gist)

- ideas! ideas!

Adjectives

• creative

•imaginative

•egotistical

•cocky

•stubborn

//Relations\\

Sexuality

- Aroace/Maverique

Crush

- None

Best Friend(s)

- Passion

- Humor

Other

- The oldest of the sides

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- Orange, shades of dark pink/blue

Favourite band/artist

- It's on and off, but now it's Book of Mormon and MST3K

Favourite song

- "Man Up" from Book of Mormon

//OTHER\\

the MOST LIKE myself in real life, but kind of the best? (he's like my dream self, ignore the flaws)

oh and he sleeps really late because of another side's antics with the body so he sleeps really late and when he does that the body has creative block and the other sides wake him up so he can give motivation to Lexsi :D

Maturity/intelligence (richard)

Hobbies

- Math, evaluation

- Reading

- The body doesn't like it, so in his bedroom he likes trying on new clothes

Adjectives

• Mature

•Intelligent

•Logical

•Hogger (of control, of dreams, of paths)

• easily annoyed

//Relations\\

Sexuality

- Unknown

Best Friend(s)

- Imagination. When he's stressed, he goes to Imagination for help.

Other

- His twin brother is Humor/Wit. What a bunch :D

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- Black

Favourite band/artist

- He likes listening to Brian Regan (yeah. the comedian. ironic)

Favourite song

- Tbh, One from Chorus Line (he likes the inensity)

//OTHER\\

Despite representing Maturity, he formed shortly after Imagination and a few other Sides, making me a very mature little brat for my age (i get this a lot)

He calls everyone their emotion representation instead of their names, because he's a formal guy.

He has a very tight schedule, but everyone's made him promise he won't enforce it on their host

The host often has social cues missed due to himself thinking he's of highest standard, so the scar is a few tear streaks for her low self esteem

humor/wit (chaz)

Hobbies

- Improvising in shows

- Jokes

Adjectives

• Witty

•Humorous

• Funny

•Desperate

•Natural Leader

//Relations\\

Sexuality

- gay, non binary

Best Friend(s)

- Passion and Imagination

Other

- twin brother of Maturity

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- Surprisingly, they like muted colors such as white, gray, and black

Favourite band/artist

- Sammy J, Randy Feltface, Eddie Murphy

Favourite song

- Beach

//OTHER\\

Is the only one allowed to call Maturity "Richard"

Has a nickname for everyone, but they're not mean

Very low self esteem.

Collaborates with Imagination frequently, especially while Lexsi's in improv classes

Cowardice (Sparky)

Hobbies

- roleplaying online

- coping with food

- having the host go to the mall

-ocd vibes

- talking and talking and talking and googling and talking

Adjectives

• cowardly

•fearful

•stressed

•frantic

•heart of absolute fragile gold

//Relations\\

Sexuality

- demiboy

Best Friend(s)

- Temper and Insomnia

Other

- None

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- Muted purple hues, but sadly his closet isn't full of that

Favourite band/artist

-as long as he feels like crying its good

Favourite song

- "We'll Meet Again" or "Happiness"

//OTHER\\

Formed right after Imagination, right when the Host started to trust and mistrust aspects of the world

he's triggered into controlling the host's emotional state by the mention or sound of the mentioned fears above

oftentimes, he's gaslit by the other sides (mainly Anxiety) to take control because they need something

agere dreamer :D

temper/sensitivity (Blue)

Hobbies

- playing with cats and geckos. The host doesn't have them, but he sure does. he loves playing with them

- Watching Mission Impossible

-Talking with Maturity about how stupid people can be

- Being a therapist for all the sides, especially Cowardice

Adjectives

• Short tempered

• vunerable

•sensitive

•sentimental

//Relations\\

Sexuality

- questioning

Best Friend(s)

- Maturity

Past lover?

- Anxiety

Other

- He enjoys being truly alone, just like the host

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- red

Favourite band/artist

- ???

Favourite song

-???

//OTHER\\

Was created due to the rising temper towards rule breaking classmates during a theatre production that Passion really took hold of

He's kind of the host's go-to side in hard times

Crying in the shower? Aight bet.

Passion (Anthony)

Hobbies

- Collaborating with other sides

- Hyperfixating

-Surfing the internet for fanart/fanfics

- scrolling on youtube for a specific movie scene

-watching tv/musicals

Adjectives

•passionate

•talented

•over friendly

•stubborn

•gate-keepy

//Relations\\

Sexuality

- Gay

Best Friend(s)

- Imagination :D

Other

- None

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- Yellow! All things Yellow and warm and happy!

Favourite band/artist

- You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

Favourite song

- Not a song but the '66 concept album of said musical. Whole thing. makes him squeal.

//OTHER\\

formed last, mainly during the time when the host discovered musicals and MST3k. he became the pure phase-giver for this girl :D

his first duty to hyperfixate on was Godspell/Hamilton

fanfiction? main focus? procrastination? oh hes got it.

anxiety (Xavien)

Hobbies

-reading

-using his ability

-attempting to understand people

Adjectives

•anxious

•manipulative

•snarky

•stubborn

•socially unaware

//Relations\\

Sexuality

-omni

Best Friend(s)

- Temper (anxiety loves annoying him)

Other

- Insomnia is his twin brother

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- blue

Favourite band/artist

-Pippin, mST3K

Favourite song

- hobgoblins

//OTHER\\

he can't help not getting along with everyone, it's just his personality

has a book titled How To Understand People, he annotates it, but it's bad advice since the book is written by knowledge from the brain

he usually force-triggers others out in order to get things done for himself

Insomnia (Hypno)

Hobbies

- sleeping/not sleeping

-watching youtube

-playing pretend

-reading fanfiction

-googling random stuff

Adjectives

• restless

•tired

•sleep deprived

•giddy

•easily bored

//Relations\\

Sexuality

- trans (MTF, but doesn't mind being called a brother)

Best Friend(s)

- Sparky

Other

- Anxiety is her twin brother

//Other\\

Favourite colour(s)

- deep cyan

Favourite band/artist

- The Buggles

Favourite song

- Video Killed the Radio Star

//OTHER\\

When she's asleep, the other Side's use their life force to keep the Host awake during class

her dollie represents the Host's actual real life doll (Maggie is my best friend :D)

there are four Maggies in the Mind Palace, but her Maggie is the one she carries around all the time. the others keep their dolls in their room for sleeping only

[bmv1]

Smart Shopping Strategies: Electric Kettle and OTG Price Check for Savvy Consumers

In this era where electronic commerce prevails, procuring optimal pricing for domestic appliances such as electric kettles and portable ovens necessitates certain cunning as a consumer. Since quoted figures differ substantially from vendor to vendor, whether online or within traditional retail establishments, making an informed comparison before selecting a product is vital. The author provides suggestions to guide shoppers in exercising astuteness when seeking these popular kitchen tools commonly utilized in Indian households. Adopting such an approach may aid one in acting prudently as a purchaser.

Check Electric Kettle Prices from Multiple Stores

Electric kettles have become a staple in Indian household kitchens for quickly boiling water for tea, coffee, instant noodles and more. Basic electric kettle price with 1-1.5 litre capacity starts from around Rs. 800 and goes up to Rs. 2000 or more for models with temperature control features, keep warm functions, etc.

Instead of buying the first model you see, wise consumers should check prices across major online sites. as well as local appliance stores. Don’t just compare MRPs; look at the best-discounted price offered. This small effort can save you several hundred rupees on the same kettle model. 

Consider Functionality Along with the Price

While electric kettles under Rs. 1000 may seem tempting, they often compromise on safety mechanisms like auto shut-off and overheating protection. Spend a little more for better reliability and energy efficiency. Higher-priced electric kettles also usually come with keep-warm features that keep the water hot for up to 30 minutes. This can be handy when making several cups of beverage.

Evaluate Online Vs Offline Deals  

In general, online prices tend to be lower due to lower overheads. However, watch for occasional sales at local stores that may match or even beat online offers. Consider other factors like convenience, the ability to check products physically before buying, payment modes, delivery charges, etc., impact the overall cost.

Look at OTG Options Carefully

Unlike electric kettles with fairly standard functionality, OTGs can come in many sizes, designs, and feature variants. A basic 12-15 litre OTG price can be between Rs. 3000-4000. Higher capacity 25-30 litre models typically cost Rs. 6000 upwards but are ideal for larger households or those who bake frequently.   

When comparing different OTG models and prices, consider aspects like heating elements (coil vs sheet), temperature range, additional modes like grills, stainless steel cavities, timer functions, etc. All these add functionality that may be worth extra spending over basic models. Leading brands for OTGs include Morphy Richards, Bajaj and Prestige.  

Hunt for OTG Deals Online  

Buying an OTG online allows consumers to easily compare models, prices, and reviews, ensuring they find the perfect appliance for their baking, toasting, and grilling needs with minimal effort. As a relatively new entrant in many Indian homes, OTGs are a product category on which online sites frequently offer discounts and coupons, often with 20-30% off or more. Watch for OTG combo deals, too, e.g., OTG + bakeware kit. Again, check prices across sites to find the best bargain. Offline discounts may be limited for OTGs as they are not a mass market yet.   

Read Reviews Before Deciding

With so many appliance models in the market, customer reviews provide valuable insights that can guide buying decisions. Check reviews on online shopping sites and independent consumer forums to identify recurring issues related to product performance, after-sales service, etc. This can help you zero in on the best-value products.

Avail of Payment & Delivery Incentives  

Many e-commerce platforms offer incentives linked to payment methods or delivery selections to attract online shoppers. Using a certain credit card may get a 10% instant discount, while opting for slower delivery over standard delivery may qualify you for cashback. See if you can utilize such offers to maximize savings on buying an electric kettle online or making an OTG purchase.  

Keep an Eye Out for Sales & Promotions

Shopping festivals are a great time to score attractive deals on kitchen appliances. Brand-specific sales also offer price drops and bundled promotions. Subscribe to online store newsletters so you are updated on upcoming sales events.

To obtain optimal pricing on domestic appliances such as electric kettles and OTG ovens, one must diligently investigate and compare alternatives. Although the most inexpensive option may appear superficially appealing, it proves prudent to make purchases judiciously, factoring in one’s particular usage requirements and financial situation when taking the long view. Allocating additional time to explore product offerings through both online and traditional retail channels can ultimately translate to considerable reductions in expenditure.

[literary-nose]

some thoughts on ‘if we were villains’.

before i begin, i warn you that this is not going to be a short post.

so, after two months, i finally finished “if we were villains”. for me, two months is a long time, despite the book having something of 400 pages. usually, i am able to get through a hundred of pages within a single evening, but that was not the case with this one. i would constantly read a maximum of 50 pages at best, only to close it shut and deciding to continue it on a different day.

the main reason behind this was truly none other than the magnificence of the descriptions of feelings in it. multiple times did i find myself unable to continue reading, sometimes even forced to take breaks worth days, because, while reading, i could nearly experience all the characters’ emotions myself, and sometimes the characters even expressed my own thoughts about the circumstances they were in.

leaving the general speech behind and moving on to more specific details, i cannot leave out the fact that, observing the dynamic between meredith and oliver, i could not help but feel uncomfortable - especially in the beginning, on the night of richard’s death and soon after it. never did i once experience such discomfort when any other couple was described - alexander and colin? marvellous. james and wren? excellent. james and oliver? stupefying, hell, not even meredith and richard made me feel like this (up until things started to get the way they got, of course), and i have yet to find a reasonable justification for this, except maybe for the fact that i, too, similarly to james, perceived the initiation, the start of all of this as “revenge-fucking”. i doubt my asexual identity is in any way linked to this, because i am mostly sex-indifferent. i have resorted to attributing this to the fact that, as we learn in the end, oliver had been and still is in love with james, while his situation with meredith, to me, really seemed like a typical case of being unable to tell the difference between romantic and aesthetic attraction.

what puzzled me further was the complete lack of participation in the story from wren’s side, and my confusion is only being reinforced by the fact that she is richard’s cousin. we barely get to see her at all, and every time we do, her participation is minimal. this i can attribute to her nature and her typecast as the ingénue, since typecasting clearly affects the characters quite considerably, but, even so, in my opinion, she deserved more than what she got.

now, regarding james’ motive in richard’s death - something i am most eager to talk about. as stated in the book, james did not have any intention to kill richard - in fact, he was ready to drag him out of the water, upon discovering that he was alive. and yet, something does not sit right. throughout the entire book, the idea that an actor’s thought process and feelings can easily get intertwined with those of the character they are portraying is commonly promoted, explicitly stated by both oliver and richard - in one of the prologues and during gwendolyn’s class respectively. 

taking that into consideration and putting it aside for the time being, i remind that on the night of richard’s death it had been “caesar” that the seven were performing, with james having the role of brutus, and richard, inevitably, being caesar himself. in shakespeare’s play, the death of julius caesar is mainly attributed to the mastermind of the conspiracy, caius cassius, who wants caesar dead due to his own envy. knowing that “brutus is an honourable man”, cassius manipulates him by calling out to his sense of honour and getting him to conspire against caesar as well, allegedly for the benefit of rome, despite the fact that, originally, brutus had no personal conflicts with caesar.

seeing as james is stated and portrayed to have a difficulty snapping out of character - as clearly seen when he confesses his crime to oliver by speaking in verse exclusively - i pose this question; why is it not possible that on the night of richard’s death, having followed him into the forest, he found his own thoughts intermingled with his role’s to such an extent, where he consciously decided that the death of caesar (richard) would be for the benefit of rome (the six of them, mainly, but also anyone else)? essentially, what could have happened is that he, blinded by the thoughts of brutus and not his own, intentionally killed richard, believing it to be in everyone’s best interests.

of course, this did not happen, and, in my own view, because such a key (justification of james’ actions) would not open the door to the ending we eventually got; under no circumstances would oliver have forgiven james this easily, let alone taken all the blame upon him, if the death of richard was a result of “brutus” getting too caught up in his character. on the contrary, james acting out of pure terror justifies his actions in oliver’s eyes, especially seeing as “and who would keep him from drowning me this time?”. thus, we reach the ending that we currently have.

obviously, i am not claiming that my view of this is correct; it is but a mere speculation, one of the countless thoughts i had while reading. and, most of all, i am entirely not unsatisfied with the fact that i was wrong, and that richard’s murder was not intentional. to be entirely truthful, the justification given to james’ actions by me would most likely lead to a far more tragic and saddening end, and, honestly? i am glad m.l.rio’s explanation differs from mine this much. i don’t think i would have handled it if my theory had proven to be true, lol.

lastly, the decision of the author to end the book in the way she did. personally, i have never been an avid fan of open endings; i prefer it when authors give their pieces a definite ending, one that the audience has to get over and learn to live with. as, however, every rule bears an exception to itself, this time, i was rather relieved to receive an open ending, an opportunity to believe or denounce the survival of james.

and, myself? i believe james to be alive. in fact, this specific aspect i find myself to share with james; he uses the words of characters to speak the truth about himself, concealing it, so to say, behind the masks of roles in such a way that, if one does not seek a hidden meaning behind a verse seemingly spoken out of the blue, they are bound never to find it. as such, under no circumstances would he have otherwise chosen that specific speech of pericles, which had been pronounced, as remarked by oliver, before what would have been his death, “if he had not asked for help”.

with that, i conclude my train of thought. when starting this book, having read a maximum of forty pages, i had a clear outline of what i believed was going to unfold, and, though i was right about certain aspects (i.e. richard’s death i had predicted from act I, and james’ involvement in it - instantly upon seeing his reaction to richard choking on his blood in the water.), other ones i could never have foreseen, and that makes me more than happy. though this was a fantastic experience, i do confess that i cannot envision myself re-reading this book - at least not anytime soon. it’s true that, perhaps, now knowing the story, i may not be affected by it to such an extent, but i think, if only for the time being, i would rather keep it on my shelf, maybe occasionally quoting it, as i find myself doing with most of the media i indulge in.

also, alexander vass i declare top tier gender. the amount gender envy this man was giving me while i was reading is entirely ludicrous.

a playlist based on the book, in case anyone is interested.

[naomikojima]

TASK THREE: The Wake DATE: Sunday, September 4, 2005 TIME PERIOD: 12PM-9PM (Sunset maybe?) LOCATION: The Lawn at Woodrow / The Pond at Woodrow GIF CREDIT: Here

The wake was far too long and the amount of socializing was far too much. The unfortunately emotional performance of Naomi during the eulogy just meant all approached with a hint of pity. It had been exhausting, the polite anecdotes, the request for hugs, and the tears were the worst part. Once Mrs. Tristan was out of view and she found a clear lane for a getaway, Naomi took it. If it wasn't Richard, there was no way she would've stayed this long, but he was special.

She knew exactly where she wanted to go from the lawn, away from the crowd and the noise. The pond was a spot Naomi frequented often, usually with Richard himself. The two often took walks around the property, chatting when they felt like it and enjoying the silence when they didn't. He was the only one Naomi let walk on the side with her scar, one who saw Naomi in ways others didn't.

The pond was a tranquil, quiet spot which made it an oasis to escape the noise of the ever growing home population. Naomi stood staring off at the water, remembering what Richard taught her there. "You promise it won't be a sink or swim thing? You're not just going to push me in?" She was 14, still fairly new to Woodrow, and standing against the shore in a black one-piece bathing suit underneath a towel. "I promise." Richard smiled down at her, the sunlight hitting the older man's white-haired chest. While his days of swimming in the pond were fondly remembered, those times were behind him. He was older, a little slower and busier. Which marked this as a special occasion, a time when his schedule was clear enough, the day was warm enough and Naomi was feeling bold enough to learn.

As present Naomi stared off at the pond, she could remember the way the sun hit his skin, the rare sound of her laughter and the calm in his voice as he taught her. All that she couldn't say in her eulogy, or in their phone calls since she moved out, or to the crowd of mourners giving their condolences lived in these memories. It occurred to her that as much as she wanted to roll her eyes when his friends called him Dick, or told some meandering story about their past, it was the same for them. Their love for him existing in these memories, these details that lived longer than he could. It wasn't clear to her why they could so easily verbalize their love and adoration for Richard and she couldn't, when it was so clearly there.

Naomi wiped the few tears that had escaped during her nostalgia, and walked back the way she came with a renewed focus. She hated funerals now and was never going to be eloquent enough for this occasion, but she loved Richard and her presence was the best way she could show it.

[charliegearhart]

2021 FARC Bummin' Beaver Tornado Alley Tour - Round 5 - Minnesota

I have returned from Minnesota Motorsports Park with highlights of an absolute nail-biter which saw, as predicted, high speed pack racing for the lightweight FARC late models!

Cody Lewis of Fortune Racing continued his qualifying streak by taking his third consecutive pole.

After 72 laps, Mindy Gunn edged out Kodi Richards in a photo finish to claim her second late model win, returning Lynxe to victory lane at Minnesota.

Unfortunately, Gunn's path to victory was not without controversy, as there was contact between her and Cody Lewis on lap 47 that shot both the pole sitter and Bobby Dwyer violently into the turn 2 wall.

Lewis easily had one of the dominant cars and led 21 laps before the wreck. Dwyer, in his home race, was enjoying the best performance of a career that has been overshadowed by the success of his relatives in the higher ranks (and with closer relations to the late great family patriarch Benny).

Gunn was penalized with a trip to the rear for the restart, but charged back through the field like she hadn't quite learned her lesson, putting herself three and four wide multiple times. However, she avoided causing further pain and took advantage of Kodi Richards sliding up in the final corner to poke her nose ahead at the line.

"I need to apologize to the 52 and 72." Gunn said in her frontstretch interview. "Those guys were fast and raced me clean, they didn't deserve that. I hope they're alright. I was way out of my league tonight. I gotta thank Lynxe and Nikki [Brillon, crew chief], they built a rocketship, they won this race, the driver was an idiot."

Bobby Dwyer and Cody Lewis were later transported to the hospital for observation and are both expected to be discharged in the morning.

Dwyer's father and car owner Darrin Craig was predictably upset by his son's wreck. "This is our home. They're [Lynxe] not gonna get away with this disrespect. They're not gonna kill my boy."

No further penalties are expected for Mindy Gunn and the Mint-Berry Berserkers, who now lead by 35 points over Gordon Tanner. Tanner was involved in the lap 22 wreck that eliminated Preston Orchard-Park and could only salvage 12th.

[popculturebuffet]

Next up for Cartoon Network era of shows, who is your favorite character from each of the 2000-03 half of the Cartoon Cartoons-era shows you've seen like: Sheep in the Big City, Time Squad, Samurai Jack, Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy, Evil Con Carne, Whatever Happened to Robot Jones, Codename Kids Next Door, and Star Wars Clone Wars 2003?

I realize now this was about CHARACTERS not just the shows in general. Since I did on the first one though, i'll give my opinons AND the characters to split the diffrence. First covering last time Dexter's Lab, Johnny Bravo, Cow & Chicken, I Am Weasel, The Powerpuff Girls 1998, Ed Edd n Eddy, Mike Lu and Og, and Courage the Cowardly Dog.

In order: DL: Dexter's Dad, easily one of Jeff Bennet's performances and I feel bad I had no idea it was him ands not phil hartman. Johnny Bravo: Carol, as him dating an antelope is just.. such a hilariousl awkward concept, and this is coming from a guy who dosen't have the best cringe comedy tolerance. Chronos MASTER OF TIME and the Nixon Shark are both close seconds. Cow and Chicken: The Big Red Guy: the sohw itself may be mixed but god I love him IAW: Weasel. Easily The Power Puff Girls: Hmmm this is a hard one but due to a thing i'm working on and his general meanace I have to go with him. He had a uniqueness to his apperances: It was always going to be terrifying unless it was with other villians and always something unique and memorable. EEE: Ed. He's truly the best and a meme machine fo ra reason Mike Lu and Og: Mike herself whose a nice mix of ignoarant yet still savy. Courage: The boy himself out of the main cast though pretty much every character here is fantastic. Kitty out of the antagonists, as she's the most tragic, has a truly creepy deisgn and was a gay character long before that was common OKay now onto the next era Sheep in the Big City: This is one I need to rewatch as my recent kablam retrospective (Please check it out), had me rewatch the off beats and I like Willems sense of humor and might ge tit more. The sheep himself is my faviorite, having a great design, likeable demeanor and nice bleats. Time Squad: Another one I need to revisit and a true classic: Simple premise, hilaroius characters and Larry 3000 is easly my faviorite. C3PO if they meant for him to be gay. Samurai Jack: Like most of these in this installment I need to revisit it. One of the best cartoons ever. Havne't checked out the last season, hear mixed things. Faviroite is the scotsman: he's hilaroius, fun to watch and a nice counterpart to jack being just as capable but everything our boy isn't. Billy and Mandy: A comedy classic. A bit too mean for i'ts own good sometimes, but a truely great horror comedy most of the time: creative premise, truly stacked cast of side characters, and richard steven horvitz greatest performance til lhelluva boss (zim is VERY close to billy though. ) Faviorite character is asking a lot of me, but I have to go with my childhood faviorite, Dracula. He could've aged poorly and shoudl have, he is making fun of blaxplotatoin.. but he never feels like a black sterotype, just a cranky throughly weird old man Evil Con Carne: One I need to revisit, yes AGAIN, and a show I always felt was undereatted. It just never took off the way Billy and Mandy did and you can tell maxwell atoms still had affection for it given he both ported skar over to billy and mandy (A really great decision and one I dearly love) and brought hector and ghastly back for one last hurrah. It was also one of my first exposures to Grey DeLise and Armin Shimmerman (Though I jus tlearned about the latter), and one of Phil LaMarr's best roles. With that last qualifier, Hector is my faviorite: his pomoposity, voice and being shoved in a bear are all great.

Whatever Happened to Robot Jones?: Need to revisit it you know the drill. Has a great title character, also my faviorite, concept but I don't remember it a ton. KND: Easily my third faviorite Cartoon Network show. A gloriously built world that's both nicely detailed and approriately childish, and a show that evolved from a pretty one note premise to a truly wonderfully thought out masterpiece that parodied just about everything with a nice chunk of x-men refrences. Faviorite is Numbah 2. Hoagie is just the best and his solo adventures tended to be some of the best of the series.

Clone Wars (Genndy's Version): Another one that, say it with me now "I need to revisit" and a true classic. Beautifully animated, great to watch. I will say the second season isn't quite AS good, trying a bit harder to be a lead int oa movie loosing the sheer flexiblity and cretivity season 1 had. I mean season 1 has mace windu going bare fisted monk on a bunch of droids alongside the ongoing arcs about ventress and whatever his name was. It also made general grevous a massive disapointment in the films.

[warrmonger]

Richard Grayson was making quite the name for himself at ShinRa HQ. He was young and idealistic, and as some of his comrades liked to point out, a damn showoff. Not that he could help it. He was a performer at heart – an acrobat. Flying on the trapeze came as easily to him as breathing.

He'd been eight years old when their act had been sabotaged – when his parents had fallen to their deaths. Dick had spent the years after that in the local orphanage until he was old enough to enlist with ShinRa.

He had proved time and time again that he was a demon on the battlefield. He treated everything like a game. He enjoyed the fight, the adrenaline, the way it got his blood pumping. He was cocky, but his record spoke for itself. Aside from a few blemishes early in his career, his success rate was perfect.

Which was why he resented being brought into the General's office for insubordination. He didn't follow orders. He did his own thing, but what did it matter when the mission had been a success?

"The mission was successful. I made sure it was. What does it matter that I broke protocol? You should know better than anyone how quickly things change out on the field. I did what was necessary to complete the mission and ensure everyone made it back in one piece."

there's a headache on the horizon ( one, surprisingly not named dick grayson ) but rather the sort that buds and blooms after a night of drinking. it'd been yet another sleepless one - another night spent half in the office and half at home, a glass of whiskey not far from the general's hand ( and certainly not far from his lips ).

by eight am this morning, he'd been feeling the effects of his own spoils. in the few minutes it'd take the aspiring SOLDIER to walk from wherever to heidegger's office - those 'effects' would feel like nails in his brain. of course, heidegger would not blame the night's exploits on the irritation that has lids twitch and head pound - he'd instead be blaming the unruly SOLDIER sat before him. the rather proud acrobat who'd made a name for himself not simply with skill but with stunts, too ( and not simply the athletic sort! )

in a sense - he isn't wrong. an unruly sort getting the job done no matter the cost. in a sense - heidegger can appreciate such a sentiment. perhaps even relate. but the paperwork? the press? the web one must spin in order to convince himself, the president and the public that this SOLDIER is worth the hassle ( and the headache? )

odin have mercy - it's no wonder his heart hurts on the best of days.

"strange that i see you sat before me-" a sigh "yet again" the hiss that sits at the end of his words welcomes a grimace; the general leaning back in his seat, a cold sweat on his shoulders and a pain screaming away inside of his skull.

"while i admit, your work is valuable... - your attitude-" heidegger leans forth, hands clasped - elbows on the desk. were it not for the heavy black beneath his eyes, the pale complexion of skin nursing a hangover and sickly tremble of his lips. he'd perhaps appear threatening. for now, all the general appears is - exhausted. one might even say, exasperated. "well-" he takes a breath "your attitude is chocobo shit."

chocobo shit; that's a new one.

"why aren't you able to complete a single mission without some sort of fanfare? are you desperate to become the next sephiroth?" warts an' all "at this rate - you're on a direct course for demotion."

[bopicksreviews]

Aqua Tower Review – The Ultimate Water Generator of 2025

Aqua Tower Review – Introduction

In a world where access to clean, sustainable drinking water is becoming increasingly uncertain, the Aqua Tower stands out as one of the most innovative and practical solutions of 2025. Whether you live off-grid, in a drought-prone region, or you're just preparing for emergencies, this cutting-edge water generator offers an eco-friendly, cost-efficient answer to your water needs.

Aqua Tower Review – Overview

The Aqua Tower is a DIY atmospheric water generator (AWG) system designed to extract moisture from the air and convert it into clean drinking water. Created by Richard Wilson, a third-generation farmer from California, the system is the result of decades of experience dealing with water scarcity in one of the most drought-affected areas of the United States.

It’s not just a tool—it’s a life-saving innovation that empowers users to take control of their own water supply, without relying on failing infrastructures or costly bottled water.

What Is Aqua Tower?

The Aqua Tower is a portable and efficient device that generates water directly from atmospheric humidity. It functions based on the principles of condensation, much like a dehumidifier, but is engineered to produce safe, drinkable water through a multi-layered purification process.

Built for self-sufficient individuals, survivalists, and eco-conscious households, Aqua Tower delivers up to 60 gallons of clean water per day, depending on humidity levels.

Aqua Tower Review – Features and Benefits

✅ Advanced Atmospheric Water Generation

Extracts water from the air 24/7.

Works in humid and semi-humid environments.

Provides consistent water output even during power outages with backup power options.

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Includes activated carbon filters, reverse osmosis membranes, and UV light to ensure maximum purity.

Eliminates bacteria, heavy metals, and airborne contaminants.

✅ Sustainable & Eco-Friendly

Reduces plastic waste from bottled water.

No plumbing or groundwater access required.

Leaves zero ecological footprint.

✅ Energy-Efficient

Consumes minimal electricity.

Compatible with solar generators and battery backups.

✅ Easy Assembly

Comes with step-by-step blueprints and video guides.

No special tools or prior experience needed.

✅ Compact and Portable

Ideal for small homes, RVs, remote cabins, or emergency kits.

Designed to move easily and fit tight spaces.

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How Does It Work?

The Aqua Tower captures moisture from the air using a condenser unit, which cools the air to its dew point. Once the moisture is extracted, the water flows through a multi-filtration system:

Air Intake – Pulls in ambient air rich in moisture.

Condensation Chamber – Water vapor condenses into liquid.

Carbon and Reverse Osmosis Filtration – Removes contaminants, chemicals, and microbes.

UV Light Treatment – Kills any remaining bacteria or viruses.

Storage Tank – Clean water is stored and ready for use.

This entire process is automatic and continuous as long as there is sufficient humidity in the air.

Aqua Tower Review – My Experience Using It

After using the Aqua Tower for several weeks, the results exceeded expectations. Water quality was noticeably better than municipal tap water and even some bottled brands. Setup took under an hour using the guide provided.

In our off-grid testing environment, the Aqua Tower consistently produced around 40-50 gallons per day, enough for a small family. The filtration process was smooth and reliable. Best of all, the system operated quietly and required very little maintenance.

For anyone living in a region prone to drought or with unreliable infrastructure, this device can truly be a lifesaver.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

✅ Produces clean water daily.

✅ Eco-conscious and plastic-free.

✅ Reliable during emergencies.

✅ Works well with solar power.

✅ Compact and easy to move.

Cons:

❌ Performance drops in very dry climates (under 20% humidity).

❌ Needs basic electrical source unless paired with solar.

❌ Initial learning curve for beginners (solved with guide).

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Who Should Use It?

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🌞 Eco-Conscious Consumers: Reduce waste and environmental impact.

🌍 Families in Drought Zones: Reliable hydration even during shortages.

Aqua Tower Review – Price and Evaluation

The complete Aqua Tower system is available for just $39.69—a fraction of the cost compared to commercial atmospheric water generators, which can cost upwards of $1,000.

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🌊 Final Verdict – Aqua Tower Review

The Aqua Tower offers a truly revolutionary approach to water independence. It’s efficient, environmentally friendly, and accessible to nearly everyone. Whether you're planning for the future or just want a backup plan for your family's safety, this system delivers exactly what it promises—clean, safe, and abundant water.

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A) Kalergi Plan; The Extinction Of The White Race

Topics Politics, Europe

Item Size 420.8M

"The man of the future will be race-mixed."

—Richard Coudenhove-Kalergi

The Kalergi Plan consists of the genocide of white people through miscegenation and mass immigration of non-whites to Europe. This plan, drawn up in 1923 by Count Richard Kalergi, is inspired by human mastery over farm animals. It seeks to generate a passive, tame, predictable and manipulable mixed race, of inferior character and intelligence, over which the Jewish aristocratic elite could eternally rule, since this inferior mind would prevent them from organizing to rebel, and even realize that they are dominated.

The term Eurasian-Negroid race can be found in Kalergi's books. That is what the Suprematist Zionists are desperately trying to achieve. The extinction of all cultures and races, particularly the European. Kalergi shared the opinion of Joseph Arthur de Gobineau on the high performance of the white race, especially the Nordic sub-race, but did not aspire to the promotion, conservation and strengthening of it, but its destruction.

Hitler was aware of Kalergi's plan and did everything in his power to prevent it. Like Gobineau, Hitler considered the Aryan race to be the noblest, the best armed for the struggle for existence, the most beautiful, the most energetic, and the one with the greatest amount of creative genius. What this race lost by mixing it was not compensated by what the others gained by ennoblement. " It has always happened that the decline of civilizations has occurred because they contaminated their blood. This is the inexorable Law.

For National Socialism, the cultural integrity of European peoples can only be achieved through Rassenseele's idea, "religion in the blood." The idea of ​​race unifies people spiritually and supreme values ​​such as heroism and honor can be achieved. Through the instrument of Marxism, Zionism wants to destroy EVERYTHING; race, nation, religion, property, family, culture, art… you name it. It is clear that they hope to achieve an internal collapse in Western society, giving the "chosen people" universal triumph. The ultimate achievement is an inferior human class, easily governable and without any cultural ties, identity or character.

“Prussia was conceived as a state where the national guiding principle was honor, where the family was organized around the authoritarian and exemplary figure of the father. It was a full-blooded society grounded in deeply ingrained notions of duty, thrift, and stricter military discipline. And along with the art of war, philosophy, literature, music were cultivated. But none of this revolution happened by chance: the Einherjar Order fostered it, awaiting the arrival of the Great Leader of the White Race.

The presence of the Order is not unrelated to the subsequent emergence of the House of Branderburg (a collateral lineage of the Hohenzollern). Prussia was the prelude to the New Order that the Führer, in his next coming, would apply to all of Germany and to the world. That is why Hitler never concealed his debt to Prussia and made public his sympathy for Frederick II of Prussia and Bismarck, the Iron Chancellor."

Secret history of the Thule-Gesellschaft

This sounds like America. The Republicans have certain Americans under the above spell, while the Democrats have the same effect on their voters.

Then Christianity and Islam produce the same effect.

Not speaking negatively of the above institutions,its the way the institutions are used to control the thoughts and actions of the American people.

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