#from someone that has experienced or witnessed the situations explained

[spacerockfloater]

Being a female viewer and hating Criston Cole is deranged.

I have to get this off my chest. The blind hatred that Criston is receiving from women is insane and I’m going to explain why.

For context, I am talking about Show Criston, not Book Criston. Comparing two standalone versions of a story is silly.

I cannot wrap my head around the fact that so many women, who are the primary victims of utilitarian relationships, would ever come together and shit on Criston for enduring such a situation.

I’m sorry, but how many of you have been used by men? How many of you have been reduced to one night stands, situationships and placeholder wives? How many of you have been deemed “not good enough” to be an exclusive partner? I log into tiktok and I see NOTHING but stories of broken women who are just used for sex, money, care and whatnot by men, and then they are tossed away like worthless trash while said men continue their pursuit of the ideal woman. Being used by men just for sex and being denied the status of girlfriend, let alone wife, is probably one of the worst plagues women are experiencing in the western world because the MOMENT we were emancipated, men understood that they don’t owe us shit anymore and instead of treating us with respect, they decided to grab whatever they can and give nothing back. Do not tell me that there are women out there that are fine with this arrangement because the multiple “GWM while I tell you about the guy that was with me for 12 years and then married someone else” tell a different story, one of multiple women’s dignities being trampled by hungry men. My heart breaks for every woman (EVERY woman, cis, trans, EVERY woman) who has been called by a man she loves just for sex, for every woman whose man never wanted to be seen in public with her, for every woman who had to hear that her man is not ready for a relationship only to witness him getting engaged to another woman 2 weeks after. I hope you overcome this and become stronger and I am glad that we are finally supporting one another.

How can we then, the women who are helping other female victims rise up and speak out against this kind of abuse, push Criston down and tell him to suck it up and accept being Rhaenyra’s plaything? Have we no mercy? Are we so hungry for revenge against men that we’d want them to endure the same humiliation that we did, as if one fictional man’s suffering would bring us justice? Are we so jealous that Criston didn’t sit down and just take it like the rest of us, but instead spoke up and removed himself from that situation? Or are we so gullible that we accept what the screenwriters shove down our throats and unknowingly support the patriarchic view that if you’re being used by someone you should just accept it?

I can hear some of you arguing that “Oh, this is different because Rhaenyra is royalty!” as if being used and tossed by a powerful person somehow makes the situation any better? Would it be okay if a rich person wanted to constantly use you for sex while he keeps looking for a better woman to be by his side, just because he values his wealth and status more? Rhaenyra straight up sneered at the idea of a simple life with him. She straight up told him that HE is not worth as much as her crown. OUCH. Even though I can’t even begin to imagine the pain of being told you are not enough by your loved one, it was Rhaenyra’s right to choose what her priorities are, but WHY would he have to accept being her sidepiece? “These were different times”: does this make it any less devastating for the victim? And he was a victim because Rhaenyra still used Criston and misled him by constantly complaining about how she HATES her duties for YEARS and then luring him to break his oath. Do you think he would have still slept with her if he was aware that moments ago, Rhaenyra was begging on her knees to be fucked by Daemon and only turned to Criston because her first option was no longer available? Like, the man was contemplating having sex with her and resisted her for a good fucking while, so imagine how quickly he would have turned around and walked out that door if he had that information beforehand. You know why? Because he loved her. He loved her to the point that he broke his oath for her, the oath of a station he FOUGHT FOR IN A WAR. He shed blood and sweat and risked his life for the mere opportunity to gain that position. This was ALL he had, he came from NOTHING and he was still willing to toss it all away for Rhaenyra not once, but twice. It wasn’t just sex he wanted because we never see him have sex again after that. He became vulnerable and gave up everything that he was to be with Rhaenyra. He was willing to abandon his whole identity for her sake. Is this not what the ideal partner is? Ready to abandon everything for your shake? Everything he fought for, tooth and nail? Was he unreasonable in thinking that Rhaenyra was willing to do the same for him? Was he crazy to think that because he was ready to put everything he FOUGHT for aside for her shake, Rhaenyra would also put aside a duty she was handed and actively seem to hate for him too? Fuck no! After hearing her constant talk about how she hates her father, her duties, her refusal to wed other men, how she is trapped as a princess, how people have no idea how much it SUCKS being her, why would he not assume that she’d be willing to give it all up for him, as he’d do for her We never see Rhaenyra even TRY to be a ruler, just complain about it. Of course it would be a fucking shock to him hearing her say “Lol dude, I actually do kinda want this”.

Criston was actually the only person in the series that wanted Rhaenyra for her, not her money or crown. I’m not saying she had to follow him, it was her right to refuse him, but his willingness to lead a simple life with just her has got to mean something. And don’t give me that “he only wanted to redeem his honour by marrying her” crap, because first of all Criston nutted up and admitted everything to Alicent and was ready to face death without EVER blaming Rhaenyra for anything, and second of all, oh no, how dare a human being have ethical values and desire to live with dignity in society’s broad light rather than move in the shadows as the princess’s secret boytoy! Bad, bad Criston for feeling you have to atone for your sins. Maybe we as people have become so corrupt that we envy those who wish to walk a virtuous path in life. Or maybe y’all have become so fond of the unhinged unapologetic character trope because it feels “original” (even if it’s ridiculously overused nowadays) that you’ve actually forgotten what characters with good morals are. Like, picking your fave war criminal and rolling with them because you enjoy good drama, especially in a show that’s meant to provide entertainment, is one thing, but passionately stating that Criston had to submit to that humiliation is something else entirely.

Finally, let’s ditch the Criston being a misogynist bullshit because he had NO issue obeying Rhaenyra before their affair or Alicent. And he is ALWAYS true to himself and his values, because even after everything he endured, he did not use Alicent’s anger as an excuse to take revenge on Rhaenyra and harm her children. Criston never betrayed her, Rhaenyra used him and he walked away and he went towards the only person who seemed to spare him some sympathy and understand him and not condemn him for his crimes even if he hated himself, which is typical victim mentality. And don’t get me started on the Joffrey incident because y’all tore Cole to SHREDS for it. Joffrey had it fucking coming. You don’t go up to people’s faces, especially ones you don’t know, threaten them by telling them you know their secret, a secret that SHAMES them and burdens them to the point they’re ready to commit suicide, and all but directly call them a whore. What the fuck did he think was going to happen? They’d shake hands? Piss off. Let this be a lesson to anyone that doesn’t know how to keep their mouths shut and their noses out of other people’s business. Also, mocking his suicide attempt makes my stomach turn. Just take a moment to consider all the young women who just like him, reluctantly surrendered their virginities to men only to find out they were nothing but sex dolls in their eyes, all these girls whose trust led to their secret being spread and them getting ridiculed and slut shamed for it: how many girls have taken their own lives because they found living with such a burden unbearable?

For the love of everything you hold sacred, please wake up. The narrative that you can be used by someone powerful and you have to accept it because that’s the way things are is a man’s construct. Do not let them fool you.

[intimidating-fettuccine]

Hello! thank you for doing my first submission, it means a lot!

Adding to more my clinginess, could I have night terrors, candy pop and Jeff with a clingy reader? Thanks! (I cannot explain the joy I felt when I saw night terrors being an option lol)

Hello! I hope you enjoy this one as much as you did the first one :)

Terrors:

What- What is this??? What is this strange behavior you're exhibiting? As someone who has never shown nor been shown affection, Terrors is just baffled at the fact that you actually ENJOY clinging to him like this. He doesn't know what to do with himself or how to return any of your affection, so it just looks so strange, Terrors sitting there completely still and unmoving, stiff as a board, while you're climbing all over him and cuddling up to him. He seems as though he doesn't enjoy it, but anyone he allows to get close enough can spot the blush growing on his cheeks and spreading to his ears. It's just so strange to him, so alien. When he still had his own body his subordinates would hardly spare him a second glance, and he never cared for love or affection, so he never experienced someone getting so close to him, someone so willingly loving him and being blatantly obvious about it. He doesn't dislike it at all, in fact, he quite enjoys that you think so highly of him, he just doesn't know how to return your affection and is far too prideful to even think about asking about it, so he does his best. You learn to notice it though, his returned affections to you that others wouldn't think twice about. While you might run up to him and cover him in kisses, he in turn will press gentle smooches to the back of your hand. While you run up and jump on him, giving him a big hug, he'll greet you by affectionately rubbing the top of your head. The gestures might be smaller and more subtle, they hold the same amount of emotion, something only you know.

Candy:

Candy is ALSO a big clingy guy, so he returns your energy just as much. Candy is a big drama queen, and he always tries to make your encounters even more dramatic when anyone is around to witness them. You'll shout his name from down the hall and start running over to hug him, and he'll shout "My love!" right back at you, running at full speed, sweeping you up into his arms, squeezing you tightly, and spinning you in a circle, going on and on about how, "I thought I might never see you again!", or "It's been so long since I was last gifted with your presence, I thought I might begin to weaken from how dearly my heart missed you!" Extremely dramatic stuff that would make anyone who doesn't like mushy lovey dovey stuff vomit. He clings to you just as much as you cling to him, and he's not subtle about it at all. Whenever you're together he pretty much always has his hands touching you in some sort of way. He always carries you around, or pulls you into his lap, or snuggles up with you in whatever way he's able to do given your situation. He loves just cupping your face with his hands and covering you in a barrage of kisses, not stopping until you're laughing really loud and asking him to stop. Candy thrives on physical touch, and he's a very openly showy person, so he makes it known to everyone just how clingy the two of you are for each other. He doesn't mind if anyone thinks it's gross or annoying, he loves you so incredibly much, so why should he have to hide that fact?

Jeff:

Jeff is also someone who thrives on affection and physical touch, but he's not as dramatic about it as Candy might be, but he's also not nearly as subtle as Terrors, somewhere in the middle. You can be as openly clingy and affectionate with him as you'd like to be, and he won't mind it one bit, but he does get a little bit shy sometimes with being as openly physically affectionate back with you, although he does return your affections. While you like to hang all over him, he likes to keep an arm around your shoulders, or at the very least one of your hands in his. He does wholeheartedly return hugs though, scooping you into his arms and squeezing you tight, lifting you off the ground and into his grip, only letting go when you want him to. You can press as many kisses as you want to his face and lips, but in his shyness he prefers to cover your cheeks and forehead in kisses, maybe giving you a few quick pecks on your lips. It's not that he doesn't want to smother your mouth and face in his kisses or crawl all over you as much as you do him, it's just that he's very anxious and insecure in himself, so he doesn't have the confidence to be as openly affectionate with you until the two of you are alone and in privacy, where he doubly returns any of the affection you showed him throughout the day with no resistance. He's a very affectionate guy, he just would prefer to lather you in all of his love and physical touches when it's just the two of you, when he can fully let his guard down and relax with you.

[jynxedshapeshifter]

I'm tired and aroace, so here's a reading from that perspective on Klavier's character arc in Apollo Justice

Something that's really interesting to me is that it's actually really easy to read Klavier as experiencing internalized homophobia. I'm not even just saying this to say it. It's not really obvious but I think it is a valid reading of Klav's character. Adding to this, I think you could read Guilty Love/Love Love Guilty as a representation of compulsory heterosexuality or even amatonormativity. To be clear this doesn't make the reading of him being bisexual or pansexual or anything else any more or less valid, but I do think reading Klavier as experiencing internalized homophobia and Guilty Love/Love Love Guilty being a song about compulsory heterosexuality and/or amatonormativity adds a lot to his character.

I don't even know how to explain my thinking here. Klavier's preference for prosecuting over music could be thought of as an allegory for being aroace. Like absolutely maybe I'm high off of sleep deprivation but consider it for a second. We know Klavier wrote 13 Years Hard Time For Love when he was 17. 13 Years Hard Time For Love, like Guilty Love, has official lyrics (Klav, buddy, you are fucking ridiculous). Neither 13 Years Hard Time For Love nor Guilty Love come off as Klavier being happy about his situation (obviously I might just be misreading the translated lyrics or projecting my own interpretation but regardless). Even ignoring potential readings of the two official lyrical versions of the Gavinners' music we have, let's go back to that "Klavier's preference for prosecuting over music could be an allegory for being aroace" thing.

Aside from the obvious, that being Klavier's music is mostly if not all love songs regarding crime in one way or another (13 Years Hard Time For Love treats the love itself as a crime, while Guilty Love is basically Klavier singing to a hypothetical girlfriend about having a preference for prosecution and even romanticizing a crime scene), when you consider what a rockstar's life is like, it's really easy to read Klavier breaking up the Gavinners and focusing on prosecution as embracing aromanticism/asexuality.

To be clear, I'm not saying you can't be aroace and a rockstar. You absolutely can. In Klavier's case specifically however, he had a history of writing love songs. How he handles it in Guilty Love feels like he's forcing it, and how he handles it in 13 Years Hard Time For Love feels off in a way I can't really place? It's not quite like he's forcing it, but it still feels off. It's almost like at the age of 17 he'd never dated anyone before, or if he had, the relationship sucked, and he took that as what relationships were supposed to be like. Guilty Love feels like a traditional breakup song with the added twist that the songwriter is a prosecutor and injects that into everything he fucking does (but also has the added twist that he improvises a line that would imply part of the reason for the breakup is because he'd rather be spending time with Apollo, which is where my thought that Klavier could be experiencing internalized homophobia and compulsory heterosexuality comes from).

"But Jinx, didn't he write a song called My Boyfriend Is The Prosecution's Witness?" Yeah, but we don't know exactly when he wrote it or what the lyrics are. For all we know, it could continue with the vibe I get of "I don't think this man has a healthy relationship with romance" from Guilty Love and 13 Years Hard Time For Love. The fact that Klavier injects crime into his songs further stands out to me because that just. Doesn't seem healthy? Like yes, we only have the lyrics to two of the Gavinners' songs, but on the other end of that, associating romance with crime in the way Klavier does in Guilty Love and 13 Years Hard Time For Love is weird. In Guilty Love he breaks up with someone because he prefers prosecution and he romanticizes crime scenes (the two aren't related I just worded it weird sorry lol), and in 13 Years Hard Time For Love it feels like he's flip-flopping between "this is a relationship I'm enjoying" and "I would really rather not be in this relationship" which is really obvious when that relationship is compared to a prison, specifically a "prison of love where the key never opens" which. Is a line. And also implies that he sees the relationship as akin to a prison (and let's also acknowledge that Klavier is singing 13 Years Hard Time For Love from the perspective opposite his own; that being, someone being prosecuted instead of the prosecutor). I also want to point out that if we decide to just go off of song titles, it's certainly something. Aside from Guilty Love and 13 Years Hard Time For Love, we have:

Love With No Chance Of Parole

My Boyfriend Is The Prosecution's Witness

Atroquinine, My Love

Sir are you okay? what is your experience with romance and why does it seem like none of it is good

Anyway, I don't think Klavier has a healthy relationship with romance and I'd honestly be surprised if this doesn't also extend to sex. Even if he's not aroace-spec, there's something there that seems to just give him a not great perspective on romance. This could be a lot of things obviously. Negative experiences, a bitter breakup, lack of experience, it could be a lot of things.

"But he flirts with Ema and Apollo, so he must have some experience with romance." Not necessarily. I've never been in a proper relationship in my life and am also aroace-spec and still sometimes flirt with people when the impulse hits. I'm not exactly flirtatious like Klavier is, but I'll still flirt with or tease people if the opportunity presents itself. No relationship experience and being aroace doesn't immediately mean you can't flirt successfully lol. This also brings me back to the topic of amatonormativity and Klavier experiencing compulsory heterosexuality.

Personally I think an argument could be made for Klavier being polyamorous. I promise this is relevant but let me explain why I say this first. The entire conversation about Klavier's guitars during Turnabout Serenade when you run into him in his office is what I'll be referencing here. It's not a long conversation, but it's still relevant.

Apollo: Look at all the guitars! Why so many? Klavier: You can never have too many guitars. They are like… my lovers. Apollo: (I didn't just hear him say that.) Trucy: They're backup guitars, Apollo. Don't you know anything? Rock 'n' rollers always smash their guitars at the end of a show! Apollo: No wonder it's so hard to make it as a musician. Trucy: You know what, you should try rocking a little, Apollo. Apollo: And breaking his guitars while he watches? That might be a little too rocking. Klavier: Ah ha ha ha. Of course, I would never do such a thing. Did I not say, they are like my lovers? Do I seem like the kind of man who would do such a thing to ones he loves? Trucy: No, no! Not at all! I mean, you're Mr. Gavin, upstanding prosecutor!

That first line from Klavier, to me at least, feels like he's basically saying "You can never have too many lovers!" Why is this relevant to this post? Because amatonormativity generally includes monogamy. Even if Klavier is just polyamorous and not aroace (although I 100% think he's both poly and aroace-spec), he'd still be affected by amatonormativity.

This brings me to another thing. Klavier feels most like he's being himself around Apollo and Ema (and Trucy and Athena by extension since they're always investigating with Apollo in AJ:AA and Dual Destinies respectively but that's beside the point. Klavier feels most like he's being himself when he's interacting with Apollo and Ema specifically). It's worth noting that Apollo and Ema, much like Klavier, work in law, which means they end up in court a lot. This further means that if he started a relationship with either or both of them, he wouldn't have to worry about his job getting in the way of a relationship. He trusts both of them (which seems to be the only point in AJ:AA where his willingness to trust people didn't come back to bite him in the ass but I digress) and they seem to trust him, even if they do find him obnoxious. He wouldn't have any reason to not be himself around them, and I think that mutual trust would give Klavier a relationship (or relationships) that he doesn't feel like he has to force to work. He probably wouldn't feel like he's abandoning them every time he prosecutes a case (which is how it's implied he feels in Guilty Love) because there's a non-zero chance that they're also going to be working on that case, and they wouldn't have to worry about his attention being on his work too much because let's be honest, they're all workaholics and would probably be working on the same case.

So basically, I think at the very least it's easy to read Klavier as experiencing a bunch of negativity in regards to his sexual orientation, however you imagine it, and I think reading him breaking up the Gavinners as an aroace coming out metaphor is a 10/10 reading. I might make a better version of this post because I doubt it's very coherent but I'm too tired for that right now lol. This barely makes sense to me, and I wrote it. So I won't judge anyone for saying this is barely comprehensible. Anyway I'm gonna go eat some breakfast then get some sleep

[athousandbyeol]

keep up the thamepo [episode 2]

this episode, to me, is hopeful. i like the contrast of tone and mood from episode one. episode was indeed very sombre, melancholic and sad. but episode two, at least from how I perceive it, is hopeful.

there are some scenes that scratched my brain and made me giggle because we're seeing po experiencing this 'feeling' he couldn't describe yet. but I'm so happy that it's here, and we're seeing it happening now. i think they set the pace quite well, allowing us to experience po and thame's emotional growth and acceptance this early.

1. Mr. A and Mr. B

it's so cute that po has a best friend he could rely on. I'm so glad he has baifern to listen to his random rants and thoughts. i always feel like po doesn't have someone he could be transparent with.

baifern is really a great listener, and I'm glad she's somewhat realistic while po is idealistic—she gives po the reality check he needs—since in my opinion, po is such a dreamer (he seems like an F to me).

although po denied his crush on Mr. B (thame), I think, without realising, he's actually taking an interest in thame? one of the reasons might be because 1) thame left but he was hurt (po wanted to know why and how he could feel hurt even though he wanted to leave thame) and 2) thame is mysterious but isn't entirely cold either. he assures po a lot in this episode even though there's still this respectable distance between them. it's not yet a romantic crush, but more of wonderment and curiosity.

so... when po shared this Mr. A and Mr. B analogy, I think everyone knew he was talking about himself and thame ;) it's honestly so cute! i know he's just curious—he thinks about people's feelings and ideas a lot—some call him a people pleaser. he definitely felt a bit icky after saying this to thame:

i think it's quite interesting how thame's understanding of po's words was he would drop the sasaeng allegation on po, while po thought that thame misunderstood his words by thinking it was 'romantic'.

i assume thame actually knew what po meant, (and I might be preaching) but I guess their feeling is already mutual? both of them are interested in each other. honestly, I'm unsure who fell first because it could be both in different situations. thame might think po was interesting and 'different' when he first saw him during the event. po might fall during this—

2. po wears his heart on his sleeves (yet again)

everything about this moment is so tender... and romantic. i can't really explain but the air shifts between them at this time and forward. but it's somewhat bittersweet.

although it's cute, i feel like po kind of resents himself? when he looked at his hands, he was shaking his head, hoping to discard those feelings bubbling inside him. it's so sad because the fear of placing himself in this situation again—to bear his heart and soul for someone—to love again—still haunts him. i like how we still see him subtly drowning in his past. it shows that emotional trauma can't be discarded or healed overnight. it's a process.

but i also like how thame was watching po all the time... his eyes are always on po (although some shots of thame are blurred), it's obvious he's attentive to po, yet po didn't realise it yet.

3. the gifts and scripts — po becomes an opener to thame's deepest feelings

the whole set-up of the gifts and everything is so... eerie. although I'm sure there's still sincerity left in this world, it's the truth (to an extent). the entertainment industry is a stage play—everything is constructed to look perfect. it's kind of heartbreaking to witness this bitter truth; not everything we perceived on screen is true.

but i'm glad thame actually brought his own gifts—gifts that really mattered to his friends. he's attentive and sensitive. some might say because of his role as the leader, but I feel like thame is inherently kind and big-hearted. no one loves MARS—the members—more than thame.

and when po found it, i felt relieved. ah. po. of course, he would notice. of course, he would know.

i had a conversation with lia (@treasurebook) about this, and she said that thamepo becomes each other's map. when they meet, their life's trajectory shifts from what the company and po's past relationship wanted them to do to this—fixing and healing each other's wounds.

po and thame share the same grief but for different reasons. both of them seek answers and solutions. po wants closure, and thame want a starting point. both of them are giving that to each other, a mutual exchange.

clearly, thame and his friends didn't get to sit down and talk about this. it was a decision made by thame solely from the pressure and responsibility. i guess this could be considered as thame's 'mistake' because he thought he could handle this by himself. his decision would definitely help the group.

it's thame's selflessness and strong sense of responsibility that urged him to carry the group's burden alone. he didn't want his members to go through anything painful or unpleasant. he promised he would grant everyone's wish.

but this is the price he has to pay in the end; the conflict. the broken friendship. the mistrust.

i believe this is a message that is clear to us: communication is key, especially if we're leading a group or in any form of relationship. i think it's appropriate for thame to discuss the offer of releasing a solo song with mars, 1) as a sign of respect, 2) to avoid future conflict, and 3) to receive input from the members. yet, it is what it is. thame didn't. and I don't want to say that he's entirely at fault. it's something that could be done but didn't.

additionally, the idea of thame abiding by the script to the t is haunting. becoming mars, becoming a leader, becoming the company's money maker, he lost his voice. he lost his stance. he lost everything. he became the company's puppet. his feelings don't matter.

his initial intention was so pure, to the extent of naivety. he did everything for the sake of mars. he thought he was helping mars to reach stardom, to be in a better position. but absent-mindedly, all these solo projects and opportunities led him astray from the group. and when he wanted to do a song with mars again, khun pemika said it was no longer necessary.

clearly, the company (especially khun pemika) manipulated and gas-lighted thame into believing he was the reason behind mars's downfall and their friendship.

it hurts because thame truly believed he was the cause, and he couldn't fix it. he should just run with this narrative since his friends hated him too, right? and the media often painted him negatively too.

but not until po. not until po assured him that he should try and work things out. he should at least be sincere with his feelings for once before he left everything behind—before his solo debut in Korea.

when thame admitted he couldn't say anything but I'm sorry, I think, for this moment, it's more than enough. it takes a lot to accept and acknowledge our mistakes, and even more so to apologise. it's so brave of thame to finally come to terms with the truth that has been haunting him all this time.

4. "i fixed this suit" — a foreshadowing of a budding friendship/companionship

this whole sequence drives me insane because so many things are happening!

i honestly didn't expect po to admit that he had an ex to thame this early. i wonder if it was a slip of his tongue because the silence afterwards was heavy with tension. it's like thame was analysing everything about what po said and how he behaved around him, was it because of his ex?

and po... he was surprised with his response, too! sometimes I think po didn't want to show that vulnerable side of his, but it came out unexpectedly... maybe he was getting comfortable with thame?

po looked like he wanted to run away (he did) and um... if I were thame... i think I might fall for him right there and then (sorry for this).

it's so cute! po is just... adorable. and he's so loveable. he's so honest with his feelings and I think thame really loves that about po. po's directness pushes thame to be frank with his feelings too.

(shoutout to est and william for turning every scene romantic and intimate when it was intended. i can't imagine how I'll react once they start feeling more than just friends... I'll pass out for sure.)

this! thame was looking at the suit po fixed—and he would ask for po's help to reunite the group! genius! this is an amazing shot and direction, really. I'm obsessed (p'mui, I adore you T_T).

and this freaking sandwich! i can't believe po no longer has to feel uneasy or guilty about taking two sandwiches because he finally has someone to share it with! cheers to po and his new-found (future) love! it's also a sign of mutuality and acceptance to help each other out. what a sweet ending to the episode!

i can't wait for the next episode. jun is going to be in it and I love how they're setting up a possible conflict; thame trusting jun but jun going against him. it's either jun is really plotting something devious, or it was just his plan to 'distract' khun pemika/the company from discovering their true agenda. i hope it's the latter because I can't handle one mars member being the antagonist :'( it'll hurt so bad...

[animeyanderelover]

Another request in case you will close the request in a few hour ! Can I ask for midoriya , hawks , aizawa , shigaraki and shoto ( separate ) with a quirkless darling that is smart ( like really smart , both EQ and IQ ) and she want to make the world a safe place again ( like for everyone , both heroes and villain ? ) by erase all quirk in the world by using all for one ?

I feel like it's been a good while since I've last written for Mha.

Tw: Yandere themes, unhealthy mindset, unhealthy relationship, possessive behavior, obsession, delusion, clinginess, manipulation, isolation, abduction

The world will be a better place

Izuku Midoriya

💚Being quirkless in today’s society is almost an invitation for being made an outcast, Izuku has experienced that for himself. If it wouldn’t have been for All Might choosing him as his successor, he’d still be the quirkless boy from back then. Perhaps it’s his bad experience that makes Midoriya that much more protective over his s/o when he finds out that she’s also quirkless. Even if it may not bother you that much as you’ve accepted this a long time ago, Izuku is still very worried. He seems to be constantly afraid that you’ll be bullied in your everyday life and discriminated. You’re put on a high pedal as your boyfriend/admirer is a worshipper constantly praises you as if assuming that your lack of a quirk would make you feel insecure. You know that he means nothing bad by doing so, it’s today’s society that has brainwashed him into believing you’d feel neglected and different for possessing no quirk. That’s why you have to fix this problem with the quirks.

💚Your exceptional intelligence has always been praised by him. Your smartness makes you special and Izuku never considers your high intelligence as something scary. You’ve never considered telling him about your plans, he’s too big of a fan of heroes to ever let that happen. Instead he finds out via going through your stuff as the obsessive person he is, his hands starting to shake when he reads your notes. He confronts you as soon as he sees you and you stay frighteningly calm whilst witnessing how he slowly loses his composure as you explain to him why you plan to do so, dismissing his arguments as he’s irrational due to being a fanboy, a supporter. A few of your arguments, he understands but Midoriya still has hope for being able to make the situation better, foolish and naïve optimism in your eyes. He gets really upset during the argument as you essentially try to overthrow his entire belief. As much as he loves you, he can’t let you proceed with your plans and even as he restricts you, he claims it to be in your best interest.

Shoto Todoroki

🔥❄️Shoto is very paranoid and overprotective with you. It’s just very rare nowadays to meet someone who doesn’t have a quirk to the point where it’s seen as abnormal and. The curious stares you get when you tell others that you possess no quirk agitate him, the hushed whispers behind your back pitying you nearly make him go mad. It’s so bad for Shoto that at one point he doesn’t want to take you outside anymore and if only if he’s with you so that no one may try to take advantage of your helplessness. Whilst you are very nonchalant about it, Shoto overthinks it and worries enough for the both of you. He just hates how people throw glances your way, neglect and underestimate you or treat you like a rare species all because you have no quirk. He’s protecting you because he loves you on the other hand. That’s what he believes at least until you point casually out that he’s dismissing you as a damsel in distress due to your lack of a quirk too. He argues instantly with you because this isn’t true at all.

🔥❄️But you dismiss his panic, tell him that it isn’t his fault because society has just brainwashed everyone into believing that quirks are a good thing. It’s the first time you’ve spoken up about your own view of things and it disturbs Shoto when you admit that you think quirks should just disappear since it only brings suffering. Obviously he is, poor boy doesn’t know any better after all. He does his best to argue back and counter your arguments but when you mention how his own father abused marriage to create a stronger quirk, he falls silent. You’ve hit the sensitive spot and you’ve done so on purpose. You’re so cruel. Have you always been that way? He’s confused, angry and sad, feels betrayed that you purposely mentioned his own past just to make him shut up. You notice though, warm hands cupping his face as you reassure him that you didn’t mean to hurt him but find it unfair that innocent people like him had to suffer for the greed of stronger quirks. After that day he locks you away in your room, shocked of your belief and unsure how to feel about you but still painfully aware that he needs you.

Aizawa Shouta

💤Aizawa has always known about your critical view on quirks, on heroes and villains and today’s society and both of you have engaged in a couple of heated discussions about it. You don’t possess any quirk of your own yet your genius-like intelligence has scored you a good-earning job and that’s something your boyfriend is proud of. You don’t need any special power to be happy and you pride yourself on that just as much, you’ve never felt insecure or seen yourself as something less. You’ve also made it very clear that you refuse to be coddled over or to be treated like a helpless lamb just because you have no powers so you always point it sharply out to Aizawa the moment he starts acting too protective, unconsciously worrying as he does see you as more defenseless. As much as Aizawa admires your intelligence though, he knows that the sheer level of observation skills and knowledge how to manipulate someone is frightening at times as your words keep him sometimes up at night.

💤The situation escalates between you two when the League of Villains gain more and more prominence and fully breaks when the Paranormal Liberation Front launches it’s attack, devastating Japan and leaving the citizens shattered. Aizawa himself gets injured during the attack and as soon as he’s able to leave the hospital, you inform him of your plan. You’ve had enough, quirks are the worst that ever happened to humanity. Now, your boyfriend has always known about your judgement of quirks but when he hears that you plan to use All For One for your plans, he’s shaken to his bones. That man is more monster than human, you can’t possibly expect to use him for your own purposes. Not to mention that erasing all quirks forever is lunatic. Both of you get into a heated argument where you cruelly throw facts after facts at him, mention how citizens have turned against heroes due to the toxic expectations. At one point Aizawa has to restrict you physically by using his scarf, your disappointed but pitiful look you give him sure to haunt him for a while.

Keigo Takami

🪶This would be a rather difficult relationship because Keigo actively tries to have you take a seat and let him do all the stuff precisely because you have no quirk of your own. Obviously he adores his sweet songbird but he also can't deny that he'd just love it to have you be safe in his house all the time and let him provide for you. His way of thinking collides harshly with yours as you refuse to be treated this way only because he thinks you'd stand no chance against a villain or anyone who would search conflict with you, especially since you are his lover. Both of you butt heads with each other often due to your different ways of thinking and Keigo can't deny that he likes how spunky and fierce you are, he thinks it's cute. At the same time he is genuinely convinced that he's right though, something that you very much hate about him. Still, you tell yourself that he's ultimately just another victim, especially considering how he even became a hero in the first place.

🪶​You warn him about All For One and the League of Villains yet he as well as the government believe that everything can still be brought under control which makes you lash out when the Paranormal Liberation Front brings havoc across cities and the reputation of the heroes takes a huge tumble. That's when you propose your idea to Hawks, something you've been thinking about for a while now. You don't expect anything else than his immediate rejection of your idea as he believes that quirks will be the thing that will save them even if it is the complete opposite. How do you even plan to use All For One for your purposes? Do you know what the government would do if they were to find out? He won't listen to you, he won't take you seriously. As always. So you're through with him, willing to leave to do what you have to do. Only that Keigo stops you in your plans, forcefully restricting you, locking you away. He's a bit sorry but he also does what he deems to be the right thing.

Tomura Shigaraki

✋Your relationship with Shigaraki comes to your own advantages, even if kidnapping wasn't plan of it. You manage to shape everything to your own liking as Shigaraki is initially easily manipulated, clingy and bratty around you and greedy for any affection you can give him. Obviously he thinks that he has to protect you considering your own lack of a quirk and you hate that attitude but you deal with it in favor of gaining more information on All For One and his quirk. To your luck the notorious man notices you too because even if you don't have any quirk, your intelligence is outstanding. You were the one who made special gloves so that Shigaraki could touch you without you disintegrating and your own view on society amuses the old man. You're still careful around him as he seems to sense that you have something planned involving him. When the heroes manage to catch and imprison him, you have a small problem, especially since a distraught Shigaraki glues himself to your side more than ever after.

✋Shigaraki himself becomes a problem when he regains his memories and suddenly acts much more mature which means your coddling attempts to manipulate him don't work anymore without him noticing. Instead he addresses you about it with a sudden awareness he didn't have before. You have no choice but to admit to him what you've been planning for a longer while now, stepping cautiously back as if anticipating him to lash out like he has done often before. Yet nothing happens and he only looks at you, although you sense from his body language that he's angry and hurt. When he asks you if you've only used him so far, his hands fidgeting, you decide to be honest with him. Yes, you have been partially using him but you've started fancying him as of recently too, your plans would grant him a normal life too. You're locked away still, you've broken his trust after all. You're not afraid though, well aware that Tomura loves you too much to get rid of you.

[itsyoung8]

The reasons that led Bullies to attack others

Bonjour! during this time when I wasn't active here, I reflected on some things including the reasons for Bullies to go after certain students, especially those no-cliques and nerds. So here is my theory for each of the members. Bonne lecture!

Russell Northtrop: Russell is the one who required the most thought from me to be completely honest. Russell hardly talks about his family except for his parents' divorce and even less about how he feels about his feelings about school. Then I remembered a line of dialogue where he wished he was a warrior or something. So I thought if he was acting as a brute at the beginning of the game, it's only to be in the shoes of a warrior.

Davis White: Along with Troy, Davis is one of the cruelest Bullies of the group, probably having no remorse for his actions. Yet he is aware that what he is doing is horrible. Indeed, in a line of dialogue, he says that he wouldn't be who he is now if his cousin hadn't made him eat insects. And therein lies the origins of Davis' behavior: he himself was bullied by his own cousin in the past. He would never have been a stalker if he hadn't been bullied himself! What he does is pure revenge on life and nothing else. He wants to show that he is strong but also to show others what he has experienced.

Trent Northwick: The only reason Trent bullies other students is to become men. This reason leads us to wonder if Trent received an education where he had to be a "manly" and "strong" man and not a "weak" man. We will never know since Trent does not mention his family at any time.

Troy Miller: For Troy, I have a lot to say. It can be assumed that attacking others by beating and humiliating them is a way for him to train for the Army and prepare in advance in case of mobilization in a territory infested with enemies. Also, it's easy to guess that he's doing this to feel manly and be a "real" man (spoiler: this kind of thought is). A theory, darker but perhaps related to this question of virility, is that he harasses other people in order to his feelings for boys, let me explain. It is known that Troy has a penchant for boys (especially Russell). Except that for him, loving boys is not something manly and does not make him a man. So he hits and humiliates others to feel more virile. Of course, I also thought that he was doing this in the hope of getting Russell's attention. This would explain why it is one of the cruelest.

Wade Martin: Wade is like Davis, he only does this for revenge and to show that he is strong. His father mistreats him and to relieve himself, he attacks someone weaker than him. I think if his dad wasn't such a piece of with him, maybe he wouldn't be who he is. Nevertheless, this does not excuse his behavior or that of others for that matter.

Ethan Robinson: Ethan is only to train and become a better ninja. I think he is not aware that his actions have a negative impact on those he "faces". He's so in his ninja world that he doesn't see the harm he's doing to others and he is, I think, the one who will have the hardest time stopping harassing his comrades.

Tom Gurney: Tom only does it to be in a group and not to be alone. I don't see him taking pleasure in doing so, on the contrary. I think he's the one who regrets his actions the most and feels sorry for what he's doing. However, as I said, this does not excuse anything.

If you are a victim of bullying at school, or any other form of bullying, talk to someone you trust: parents, friends, teachers, etc., who will be able to help you or advise you. Do not remain alone in this situation, which is absolutely not normal. I put the French national number for victims of harassment below. I do not know if there is one in every country. But if you know of any, don't hesitate to share them.

Numéro national pour les victimes de harcèlement: 3018

If you witness a case of harassment, go help the victim. Not to act is to be complicit.

If you are a person who harasses another person, you should know that this is punishable by law. Harassing someone won't make you a cool and strong person, on the contrary. What you do will have an impact on your victim for, no doubt, a more or less long time.

[svtspeach]

Grief as we know it

Pairing: Seungcheol x Reader

Genre: Pure Angst 

Warning: Grief, Death, Angst, Injuries (but not in depth and accurate, lol. my medical knowledge is from Grey's Anatomy), Not proofread (lol I don’t know how to this yet, by this i mean putting all the warnings haha)

Word count: 674 words

Author’s note: Hi, Everyone! So I am new here and I don’t really know how to navigate this site as an author but I guess I’m trying my best? This is just a blurb that I wrote at 1 am in the morning and yeaaa, let me know if you like it and if you would want to see a longer version of it! See ya! 

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The Loss

Choi Seungcheol was a quick-witted man, everybody knew that. He was able to respond quickly and effectively in situations of high pressure. Another thing about Seungcheol was that he was selfless, he would always sacrifice himself for the other people’s happiness and comfort. Seungcheol was also the epitome of bravery, a trait that everyone has always praised him for. He has never been afraid to take risks and stand up for what he believes in. It was his strongest trait, and one that you loved most about him. That is, until that trait was the thing that led him to the biggest sacrifice of his life and straight to the arms of death. 

“Can you repeat that for me again, please?” you said for the second time. It’s not that you didn’t hear the doctor’s voice, in fact you heard him loud and clear. But you just couldn’t seem to process the words coming out of doctor standing in front of you. 

“Miss, your partner was taken to the emergency room after a vehicle crash. From what we heard from the paramedics, he jumped in front of a loose truck in order to save a little girl and her grandma. He came in with several fractures, a puncture in his abdomen, and a severe head trauma. We took him in for an emergency surgery to repair the damages and we tried the best we could, but the damage was so severe, and he couldn’t…” the doctor explained once more but for some reason, you couldn’t seem to let yourself hear the end of his sentence. 

It didn’t matter how he was going to say it anyways. Seungcheol is dead and you just lost the love of your life. 

The Grief

Seungcheol has always been a constant in your life. You weren’t friends since childhood or anything of sorts, but you have been dating him for four years and living with him for two. It didn’t seem like a long time, but being with him most of the time for the past two years have made you feel so accustomed to his presence. You were deeply in love with him, in the best way possible. 

Loving him and being loved by him was the best thing you have ever experienced your whole life. It was fulfilling, warm, and nurturing. You like the person you have become when you are with him, and you loved how you were able to push for each other’s growth. Being in love with him was not suffocating, in fact it felt liberating, you felt like you were supported and cheered upon every step you take. You really felt like you have found the love of your life, and that you were going to spend the rest of your life with each other. 

You knew that you don’t want to live in a world without Seungcheol. Not because you can’t live without him, you know that you would be able to continue and move on with your life, but you knew that you were going to be miserable. And you were, indeed, very miserable right now. 

They say that the feeling of missing someone comes in waves. Initially, the grief hits you hard. It was intense and strong like a storm. The ocean of longing is calmer now, but the wave of yearning still washes over you now and then and it still sucks. It hits you in unexpected moments like now. You were watching a movie with your best friend, and you’ve reached the part where the main characters finally kissed each other passionately. Your mind started to drift away, and you tried to remember the last kiss you shared with Seungcheol, but you can’t. That’s because you thought that you had forever with Seungcheol, but you don’t. You never thought that the last time would be the last time because you thought that you would have more. It might not be as painful anymore, but you can feel the pieces of your heart slowly falling apart again. 

[nonbinary-itachi]

Unity Clause

Fugaku is taking a long lunch from the Police Force when he feels Shisui's chakra flare off in the distance.

When he arrives at the scene, it's just in time to witness Danzo rip out Shisui's eye and Itachi swoops in to rescue him.

He follows Itachi's shushin (it leaves a thin chakra trail that Itachi's not as experienced at hiding) and comes across Shisui about to step over the ledge while Itachi seems frozen in place in terror/horror.

He quickly shushins over and grabs Shisui before he can do anything drastic then grabs Itachi and uses Hirashin (Minato taught it to him shortly after Itachi was born) to get back to the house quickly.

Mikoto drops a plate and slips into a fighting stance when the sudden chakra appears in her house before she realizes who it is.

She's horrified by the sight before her and quickly snaps to attention, directing Itachi to sneakily get Asami. Quickly!

Fugaku carries Shisui into his room (Shisui has had a room at the man houses since Fugaku and Mikoto realized his parents were... debatable at best) and lays him on the bed.

Fugaku isn't a medic nin, but he does know a bit about medical ninjutsu and tries to gauge the severity of the wounds. Obviously the missing eyes are worst, but he knows that os beyond his limited skills and focuses on the lesser injuries.

Itachi, meanwhile, dodges all the cameras in the compound to arrive at Asami's, who is, thankfully, alone. When he explains what happened, she's out of her chair and grabbing the storage scroll that holds all her medical equipment.

Back at the main house, she quickly assesses the scene and starts barking orders at the clan heads, who hurry to obey recognizing her seniority in this situation.

Everyone seems to forget Itachi, standing mutely in a corner still silently crying and highly traumatized by what happened.

At least until Asami orders someone to retrieve the Aburame clan head because she recognizes the poison in Shisui's system and only they have the antidote.

Itachi is once more ordered to leave and find someone.

Shibi is more shocked to have Fugaku's heir on his doorstep than the news that Danzo poisoned someone with his clan's specialty jutsu.

To avoid suspicion, Shibi henges into a bug and rides back to the Uchiha Compound on Itachi's shoulders.

He administers the antidote while Asami works on Shisui's eyes (Itachi having given back the other one somewhere in the chaos) and Fugaku heals the lesser injuries.

Given the situation, Asami decides to induce a coma for a few days to let his body recover and adjust to having his eye back/get the poison fully removed.

Shibi insists on knowing what happened, which now that he mentions it, no one is really sure what happened. All eyes suddenly fall on the visibly shaken Itachi.

For once, Fugaku takes pity on his eldest and uses the Sharingan to retrieve the memory of events.

Itachi falls to his knees in tears as he recount his newest nightmare for his father then has to listen to Fugaku recount the incident to Shibi, Mikoto, and Asami.

(Someone give this poor 11 year old a hug. Please.)

Shock and horror abounds. "What do you mean Danzo stole a kekki genkai?" The Uchihas are less shocked (there's been rumors about Danzo and Kagami for years), but no less horrified.

"Actually, this... this might actually work to our advantage," Fugaku says after the explanations are finished. He explains the Unity Clause (essentially a law written in by Hashirama and Madara that if 3 clan heads (or two if they happened to be the Uchiha and Senju) were ever in agreement that the hokage wasn't doing a good job, they could force a new election).

"If you'll agree that this is a horrifying oversight on Hiruzen's part, we just need to find one more clan head."

I have gotten very attached to the hc of Inoichi being Shisui's genin sensei. Someone points this out and recommends Inoichi for the third.

Fugaku is inclined to agree and sends word via his summons this time (he's finally realized Itachi probably should be resting and not running around the village while in shock).

Inoichi arrives, gets filled in, and immediately agrees to helps. He may have only started training Shisui as a favor to Fugaku, but he's grown to care about the boy. Plus, Inoichi has his own reasons for hating Danzo/disapproving of Hiruzen

[ughtyrell]

Ollie's lies were true AU

A fic I tried writing a year ago but has been rotting in my drive rotting unfinished. Haven't gotten around to re-watching Saltburn but I'll post this.

AU where all Olivers lies were the truth but addicts are the greatest liars when the people around them try to expose their actions.

What people who don’t deal with drug addiction surrounding them realize is, it’s not always black and white.

Even drug addicts can pull themselves together for short periods of time. They can be great at that as a matter of fact. Suddenly the house filled with disorienting music, trashed hallways and dishes laying around are clean. The ugly smell of chemicals from mum’s pipe is replaced with the fresh chemical smell of cleaning supplies.

Mum who was on the couch with a cigarette dangling dangerously from her fingertips yesterday, looking glazed and almost corpse like, has a pep in her step. Even if that’s mostly to her taking an upper instead of a downer than anything else. A smile on her face that’s ready to fool whoever she deemed worthy enough of to put on an act for.

Be that a concerned family member, just checking in darling, worried about you and the kid. To school faculty who have told Oliver multiple times that a parent needs to come in for a meeting. Or if it's easier we can make an exception and come to your residence? That is usually a good enough reason for mum to put on the mask of a proper mother. Or at least one that isn't a total mess that should have had me taken away years ago. Speaking of which. Another worthy of her act are social workers. Not that they ever do much. They see me breathing and looking relatively fine then that's good enough for those bunch.

Though I can assume that when you've never experienced it personally, it would be hard and not something a person could quite grasp. Especially when drugs and addiction is so demonized. A drug addict, you'd imagine a run down house, living in their own mess and barely lucid. You might not even be wrong, that might be the case most of the time. Though people would be surprised how clean addicts could get sometimes. Like my mum, when she suddenly has these cleaning fits that have her pacing around the house and deep cleaning everything, yelling at me to fucking do something to help. Maybe my mum is just strange for an addict. But it keeps our house in Prescot looking decent and presentable.

Back to it being hard for someone not witnessing the situation first hand to see past the act and lies. I guess I could understand that seeing my mum, dressed in nice proper clothes, seemingly lucid and voice welcoming and kind, would make you doubt or immediately believe anything I might have told you about her be a load of horse shit.

Still. It never stops the dread and betrayal when people take what they're seeing at face value without evening attempting to see through it. But it would've been nice to see someone at least try. To not immediately dismiss any suspicion that they might have had. To not just think to themselves, oh well things look fine, maybe I was just over thinking. Or, the kid was lying, of course he's lying kids always lie.

It would've been nice if Felix was different like that.

But alas, mum's flawless show has once again left me looking like a fool. A liar.

The tense ride back to Saltburn was suffocating. Going over how to explain this all to Felix in a way that he could understand, that could make him see past the facade he just saw. But how do I say all this? To make someone like Felix listen and understand? That the woman he just saw wasn't and isn't the woman I've grown up with all my life? That of course she was going to be on her best behavior if you've given her plenty of time to put on the mask and make sure everything is seemingly perfect?

That I don't even know the man who was sitting in our living room? Probably a man that mum seduced soon after my dad passed. A random she tells me is my new step father but call him your father out respect. She couldn't ever bear being alone. Or more accurately, without someone to control.

It doesn't matter. Felix doesn't even give me a chance to explain the moment we get back to Saltburn.

"You're a fucking liar Ollie. Why would you lie?"

It's like every time this has happened is flashing before me. The memories hold my words hostage. Feelings of hopelessness envelope me. This won't be different from any of the other times, I can already tell. The only words that come from my mouth are, "I just wanted to be your friend."

Of course that's not enough for Felix. His eyes hold disappointment and a barely veiled rage in them.

[incorrect-jojolands-quotes]

People theorized Paco's one year hiatus as him being a rock human in hibernation or taking Barbara Ann's suggestion that he was in jail for theft, or he was simply on a different year-long adventure involving a crime spree.

My theory? Paco was gone for a year because he was actually hiding from his abusive father.

(trigger warning as I discuss child abuse and abuse regarding food)

My headcanon is that Paco dealt with abuse from his father for his entire childhood. He's tried to escape and find help but he was failed too many times by the adults in his life. Him getting his ear bitten off ended up being a turning point, because it was around the time he met Meryl Mei. We know she's a beloved principal and, as a school employee, is a mandated reporter. Whether Meryl Mei genuinely wanted to help Paco out or see him as a potential underling that can be manipulated is up to interpretation, but she used her resources to finally get Paco's dad arrested and imprisoned.

I don't see Paco's dad as someone who would willingly plead guilty and go off quietly. I don't think he'd hesitate to drag the trial for as long as possible, encourage his lawyers to intimidate and invalidate Paco's experiences in court, and possibly hire people to attack Paco outside of court. Even with Meryl Mei's resources to protect Paco and provide what he needs to fight against his father, the whole process for a child like Paco is mentally and emotionally exhausting. Hearings and meetings with social workers or legal counsel involve occuring when he should be in school, being forced to relive your abuse on trial and be cross examined for it sometimes back to back, going into hiding for fear of retaliation because even the police and witness protection may not be enough, and the fact that everyone eventually catches on that your dad is on trial because of you means school is put on the back burner. Paco tried to keep up with his studies at first, but he ultimately halted them as the trial takes a toll on his overall well-being.

To add, the stress of it all could explain how he was formerly chubby and then leaner so rapidly. We don't know exactly why he started out chubby before being very shredded, although there is a correlation between those who experienced childhood trauma and those who develop unhealthy eating habits that lead to obesity. It's possible Paco used food as a coping mechanism growing up or intentionally fattened himself as part of his survival. Food could have also been used against him by his father as well, either by forcing Paco to gain weight or withholding food as punishment. In terms of the latter, it could explain how Paco developed his kleptomaniac tendencies and his chubbiness could be due to him constantly stealing what he can to get his next meal and eating anything he can in fear of not knowing where his next meal will be.

Long story short, Paco's dad is now in prison for crimes of child abuse among other things and it will be a while before any chance of him getting out will happen. By now, Paco is a legal adult and therefore no longer forced to be under any guardianship but he no longer has to look over his shoulder like before. Although he had to be held back, he can return to school safely to finish his education under Meryl Mei and he prefers to keep his experience under wraps for the time being. Out of gratitude and feeling indebt to her, Paco became a loyal lackey and ended up working with Jodio and Dragona shortly after. I personally think he lost some weight due to stress caused by the situation, and continued to lose weight afterwards because he finally could relax and get better access to food among other things. Paco took the opportunity to start focusing on his wellbeing now that he's no longer on survival mode, being able to maintain a healthier diet and lose weight more sustainably, and it further motivated him to get the ripped muscles he has now.

Unfortunately, with how things timed out, his ear couldn't be reattached. Whether Paco is saving up for his ear to be improved or sees it as a symbol of his survival is up to you.

What do y'all think? I'd like to hear your own headcanons about Paco too.

[intimidating-fettuccine]

I don't even know if I'm allowed to request something like this since he's technically not a main character in your blog… but I guess we'll see!! Based on that one anon’s request asking Candy’s Dark Side to hang out and if he'd go… could we ask him out on a (platonic or romantic. Or in the middle) date?? 🤭 Either to dinner, a walk around town, or just inviting him outside to watch the stars with him, or something he'd enjoy. It could be anything really. (you can choose how long they've known each other). Hope the request gets through to ya. (scenario or hc, doesn't have to be long either, whichever is easier :))

god this took forever

You can request stuff with Night Terrors! ^^ It's like asking for something Sully specific, or Masky/Hoodie. I'm very happy to write for him, and I hope you enjoy :)

I wrote this assuming Y/N has been with Candy for a while, and Terrors is starting to become infatuated with them. You told me it didn't have to be long but, uh... I couldn't help myself.

When you ask him to accompany you on a date, specifically HIM, he's surprised, and if anything a little flustered. He's witnessed all of your affection for Candy since you two started dating, and while at first, he had no interest in it himself, he's found himself longing for the same types of attention, he just never expected to be given a chance to experience it himself. He finds himself hesitating, but the longer you look up at him with those adorable pleading eyes, he finds he truly can't refuse you. He agrees to accompany you wherever you think would be best, and he's a bit alarmed at how excited that makes you, confused at how you could be so excited to spend time with him of all people, but he decides to just let you take charge as he's never exactly been on a date before.

You take him out on a crisp but warm night, knowing he's not one for being around large groups in the public eye, and take him to one of your favorite restaurants in the Underworld. It's casual enough that the two of you can relax in peace but nice enough that the food has a more high-class feel to it. Terrors sits across from you a bit awkwardly, legs crossed and hands clasped on the table, unsure of how to conduct himself on one such occasion as this, and you can sense his anxiety even if he's not voicing it. You begin making conversation with him to relax the atmosphere, and as you converse with him, asking him a bunch of questions and answering any he asks you in turn, he finds himself growing more content in the situation, relaxing his posture and opening up more. Once the food is brought out he's truly enjoying himself, as it's much more delicious than he was expecting, and when you gush in excitement, explaining that's why you love coming here, he finds himself smiling at you endearingly, letting out a few chuckles at how adorable you can be. He finds it endlessly amusing that someone as sweet as you wants to grow closer to a man like him, but he's not complaining.

By the time you finish eating, he's fully relaxed and content, becoming the most casual he's ever been in your company, something that's honestly a bit shocking to both of you. You offer to pay for the meal, as you invited him, but he refuses sternly, saying that he's more than happy to cover it, especially considering how wonderful you're making the experience. When you ask if he'd like to accompany you for a walk as you begin to leave, he agrees readily to the idea. He holds the door for you like a gentleman as you leave, holding out his arm for you to hold as the two of you walk together. As you cling to him happily, escorting him around town, he finds himself looking down at you affectionately, a smile resting upon his lips. He's never experienced something like this before, having never cared about relationships before his fusion with Candy, and he must admit it is quite nice. Perhaps it's because he's seen you and Candy go on so many dates, or just because of how cared for you make him feel, but it feels quite natural to be out with you like this. As you continue to walk, you find yourselves resting on a bride, a river flowing peacefully below it. 

As you turn and look up at the stars, Terrors finds his eyes still trained on you. You say that the sky is gorgeous tonight, and he responds that any sky in the world pales in comparison to your beauty, something that flusters both of you, but he means it wholeheartedly. He brushes one of his hands across your cheek, moving it to hold the back of your head as you gaze up at him, and he finds himself leaning down as you move upwards. Your lips make contact with his, and he has to hold back the noise he wants to let escape at how nice it feels. As you separate, he runs his fingers over his lips, blinking at you as he processes his first kiss, telling you it felt wonderful. When you cheekily smile at him, asking him if he'd like another one, he can't hold back the laughter that booms out of him as he scoops you up into his arms, pressing another kiss to your lips as he cradles you. Standing below the shining stars of the Underworld, Terrors feels a deep affection and happiness blooming inside of him that he never thought he'd ever experience. Perhaps sharing his life with Candy wasn't as bad as he thought if it could bring him blessings like this.

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What do you need to make an injury claim?

When you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you might feel overwhelmed and unsure about how to proceed. Whether you’ve experienced a car accident, a slip and fall, or another type of personal injury, understanding the steps to make an injury claim is vital. This guide will walk you through the essentials of filing a claim and highlight how a personal injury attorney can support your case.

The Role of a Personal Injury Attorney in Your Case

A personal injury attorney is an invaluable ally when pursuing a claim. They bring specialized knowledge and experience to help you navigate legal complexities, negotiate with insurance companies, and secure fair compensation. Here’s how they can assist:

Providing Legal Guidance

Your attorney will explain your rights, clarify the legal process, and outline the steps you need to take. With their expertise, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the laws that apply to your case and how best to approach it.

Establishing Causation

Proving that the other party’s negligence caused your injuries is critical. Your attorney will gather and present evidence such as:

Witness statements

Police reports

Photographs or videos from the accident scene

Demonstrating the Impact of Your Injuries

Long-term or severe injuries require a thorough demonstration of their impact on your life. A personal injury attorney can compile:

Medical Records: Documenting the treatments you’ve received and future medical needs.

Life Care Plans: Highlighting ongoing care requirements and associated costs.

Expert Testimony: Leveraging medical or accident reconstruction specialists to validate your claim.

Essential Elements of an Injury Claim

To build a strong personal injury claim, several key components must be in place:

1. Proof of Negligence

Negligence occurs when another party fails to act reasonably, leading to harm. Establishing negligence involves demonstrating:

Duty of Care: The other party had an obligation to act responsibly.

Breach of Duty: They failed to meet this obligation.

Causation: Their actions directly caused your injuries.

Damages: You suffered measurable harm as a result.

2. Medical Documentation

Accurate medical records are crucial for substantiating your claim. These include:

Diagnosis and Treatment Records: Outlining the extent of your injuries.

Medical Bills: Detailing all related expenses.

Prognosis Reports: Estimating future medical needs and costs.

3. Evidence of Financial Loss

To secure appropriate compensation, you must document your financial losses, such as:

Lost wages or diminished earning capacity

Expenses for rehabilitation or assistive devices

Other injury-related costs

4. Personal Testimony

Your personal account, as well as statements from family and friends, can help illustrate how the injury has impacted your daily life. This can be supported further with:

Journals documenting your recovery journey

Statements describing changes in your physical and emotional well-being

Deciding Between Settlement and Litigation

One of the significant decisions in your claim is whether to settle out of court or pursue litigation. Both approaches have their benefits and challenges:

Settling Out of Court

Pros: Faster resolution, reduced stress, and fewer legal expenses.

Cons: May result in lower compensation, and the settlement is typically final.

Going to Court

Pros: A jury verdict may lead to higher compensation and punitive damages.

Cons: Trials can be time-consuming, expensive, and emotionally taxing.

Your attorney will help you weigh these options and determine the best course of action for your situation.

How to Get Started with Your Injury Claim

If you’re ready to take the first step toward securing compensation, here’s what you need to do:

Step 1: Seek Medical Attention

Your health is the top priority. Even if your injuries seem minor, seek medical evaluation to ensure proper documentation and treatment.

Step 2: Collect Evidence

Gather evidence related to the incident, including:

Photos or videos of the scene

Contact information for witnesses

Police or incident reports

Step 3: Consult a Personal Injury Attorney

An experienced attorney can provide personalized advice, handle communications with insurance companies, and ensure your rights are protected.

Step 4: File Your Claim

With your attorney’s assistance, file the necessary paperwork and submit the required documentation to initiate your claim.

Step 5: Negotiate or Litigate

Your attorney will negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, they will prepare your case for court.

Overcoming Challenges in Personal Injury Claims

While the process can seem straightforward, various challenges may arise, such as:

1. Shared Fault

If you’re partially at fault for the incident, your compensation may be reduced. Your attorney can help mitigate the impact of shared responsibility.

2. Pre-Existing Conditions

Having a pre-existing condition doesn’t disqualify you from compensation. However, proving the current injury’s impact can be complex. Your attorney can address these concerns effectively.

3. Dealing with Insurance Companies

Insurance adjusters may attempt to minimize your claim. An attorney ensures that negotiations are fair and focused on securing maximum compensation.

Conclusion

Making an injury claim doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. With the support of an experienced personal injury attorney, you can navigate the process confidently, ensuring your rights are upheld, and your future is secure.

Contact an Omaha personal injury attorney today if you’re in Omaha and seeking guidance. They will listen to your story, help you understand your options, and work tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve. Don’t wait—reach out now to start your journey toward justice and recovery.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

is commonly associated with war veterans or just people who have gone through war. Though this is true, it has led a lot of people in the general public to believe that that is the only source of PTSD. 

PTSD develops from witnessing or being a part of a traumatic event. 

As said by the National Institute of Mental Health… 

“A traumatic event is a shocking, scary, or dangerous experience that can affect someone emotionally and physically.” (x)

Examples: (not limited to) • Natural disasters (earthquakes, floods, hurricanes)  • Acts of violence (assault, abuse, terror attacks, mass shootings)   • Near-death experiences or situations of severe terror (car crashes) 

The diagnostic criteria by the DSM-5 differ for adults, adolescents, children over 6 years old, and children under 6 years. I will be listing the criteria that apply to all the groups I just previously listed. Due to criteria being quite lengthy I will be summarizing it so please keep that in mind that the diagnostic process for PTSD is more nuanced than how I am describing. 

Summarized Diagnostic Criteria: 

Exposure to the traumatic event

Re-living the traumatic event 

Avoiding situations that are related to the traumatic event

Having your cognition and emotions being negatively affected or worsened 

Trauma-related responses (can be new or worsened) 

Symptoms last for over a month

Symptoms create distress and/or functional impairment (social, occupational, executive functioning, etc.) 

Symptoms are not caused by substances or another medical condition 

Has one of the following dissociative symptoms: 

Depersonalization (feeling detached from your mind/body) 

Derealization (experiences of unreality of surroundings) 

To further explain PTSD I will be using Sunny from the video game Omori as an example of this disorder! There will be spoilers for Omori so I will have the rest of this post be under the cut

How Sunny fits the diagnostic criteria for PTSD: 

(1) Sunny was directly exposed to the death of his sister Mari when he was twelve. He pushed her down their house stairs and watched her die right before his own eyes. The process of then staging her death––with the help of Basil––as a suicide was also traumatic. 

(2) Sunny is reminded of Mari's death frequently throughout Black Space and even White Space. You spend quite a good chunk of the game going through references to Mari’s death and even re-living certain scenarios related to her death in Sunny’s dream world. 

(3) After Mari’s death, Sunny shuts himself in his house for approximately 4 years as the outside world that he used to share with Mari would remind him of her absence. He also hides from his friends, especially Basil. 

(4) During the final fight between Omori and Sunny, Omori continuously blames Sunny for Mari’s death. This altercation represents Sunny’s exaggerated beliefs about the traumatic situation and how he blames himself. 

(5) Sunny experiences sleep disturbances from his dreams/nightmares in headspace. In an ending of the game he commits suicide, being a self-destructive behavior. 

(6) Sunny shut himself in his house for 4 years, being well over one month. Sure we don’t see everything that happened for the past 4 years since Mari’s death, but the fact that he is still experiencing PTSD symptoms years after the event shows that the trauma greatly affected him. 

(7) Also because he shut himself in his house, he had no social life and most likely didn’t go to school as well. 

(8) Sunny doesn’t take any substances in the game and there is no lore that supports that. He also did not have a pre-existing condition. 

(9) One can come to the assumption that with the persona of Omori, Sunny experiences depersonalization. 

[quarterdollar]

crem looooreeee 4 5 13 and 15 for you!!

LATE AF REPLY i was sickie im sorrey. i'm better neow

4. What is their impression of Gulool Ja Ja? Do they agree with his method of cultivating leadership?

Crem latches on to any kindly older parental figure regardless of their status, so he liked Gulool Ja Ja immediately and thought he was a really sweet and cool old guy. Instant good vibes. As for leadership, Crem's borne witness to so many Doomed Regimes at this point that the relatively torment- and murder-free governing style that Tuliyollal employs is a very welcome change of pace. He's not a politician and doesn't like to think about things in a whole lot of detail so he never thought to ask any deeper questions about the problems Turali may face day to day or in their past etc. He was just like "Everyone seems so happy, good job!"

5. How do they feel about Wuk Lamat looking up to them as a mentor figure? Did this attitude change as the story progressed?

Crem is really humble and sheepish about the fact that he's The Warrior Of Light, Legendary Hero and downplays his combat skills and relative strength because he'd rather be seen as an artist. So Wuk Lamat looking up to him as a fighter/leader when coming to Sharlayan was a little awkward. He'd rather just be her buddy! And they did strike up a good equal partnership once DT actually started and goofed around a lot. Since WL doesn't like titles and formalities either they quickly resolved to just be good friends on even footing.

He's always telling her his word on adventuring shouldn't ever be final, but if she wants to learn any of the following 43 and counting instruments, he can absolutely help with that :)

It was later, after Zoraal Ja died and Wuk Lamat was experiencing conflicting emotions over it, that Crem stepped up with some guidance. Emotions are his thing and he's seen a lot of loss of lives both good And bad, so he had some words of wisdom and Sagely Advice for someone experiencing that situation for the first time.

13. What was their initial impression of Cahciua?

"'Fussy little bun bun'? *snicker* *poorly-stifled giggling*"

Crem thought it was hilarious that Erenville wound up so entirely different from his mom and delighted in teasing him with her. They got along great at first.

A little while after their first meeting with Cahciua where she explained what Oblivion was, it dawned on Crem that it seemed like she was hiding something, and he was more suspicious of her from then on.

15. What was their experience like in Living Memory?

ALL OVER THE PLACE LOL It was Whiplash Central until it got Just Bad. Every zone was full of wonder and fun and amusement and Cool Distractions that Crem delighted in exploring. Except then also he had to strip off all the veneer bit by bit to reveal the sobering reality underneath. The ongoing mismatch between people who LOOK living and breathing and emotional and the utter lack of his Echo picking up any life or emotions at all. Knowing immediately that what was done had to be done but still not enjoying any second of the work.

Krile's meeting with her parents was the hardest for him. All of the journey with her, Crem had really identified with her struggle as an orphaned Lalafell who had 0 connections to her blood family or past. But then suddenly she gets closure, knowledge of where she came from, and even her birth name, leaving Crem feeling as out of place as ever. Even more uncomfortable, he gets to hold on to the key that he knows HIS ancestors were responsible for, but he has zero emotional connection to it, so now he gets to be Reminded Of Being An Orphan every time he looks at it. There may have been a world where that key is the biggest deal ever to him, but this isn't that one and he's left exactly as rootless as he started.

I think a lot of Cremdementhe is defined by A Void at the center of him where some semblance of family should be. He never knew his birth parents nor his first adoptive parent, and no one ever stepped up afterwards to fill the role. So Living Memory was ultimately pretty hard for him. Not that he's told this to anyone other than Meteion and he likely won't because that would feel weepy and selfish and it's not like anyone can do anything about it anyway!!!

[acourtofthought]

It hurts me to see so many Tamlin defenders these days it's all so triggering for me.

My parents relationship is exactly like what happened with Feyre but only the fact that she never got the chance to get out and she's still stuck and now it's too late. I see Feyre in my mother everyday but I live in a country and community that doesn't care for women opinion and they're considered as being "dramatic", "over-reacting" and "selfish". Exactly the things they call Feyre.

My mother knew while they were engaged that this wouldn't end well but her parents didn't listen to her and they said you should marry him and fix him, bring him children he will be better... bc my father been through some traumatic stuff as well. (Honestly while I was reading acotar and acomaf, I find it a cruel joke) So that was the way to justify his actions. And bc my mother didn't wants us to hate him, she would say this to us as well that it's not his fault but we grow up and we realised this isn't normal as much as he wants to claim he's traumatised. (Sounds familiar?)

my mother gave and gave and gave but never received anything from him still receives nothing from him. And you know what he does to make her shut up and don't complain? He buys her things or for us. He used to pay for my grandparents treatment. Just like Tamlin who paid for Feyre's family to keep her were she is so she wouldn't leave him.

My mother can't go out without being questioned that where is she going, how long she's out, when will she come back? She doesn't have a job!!! And the fact that he's doing it to me and my sibling as well is also very disheartening... I can't go out with my friends without being questioned bc its dangerous outside and you don't know what's coming for you... (I'm being serious this is exactly his words)

And he never hit us or hurt us in physical way that is visible, he hits with his word how he degrade my mother and sometimes us. So no one really sees what we've been through no one believe us bc there's no evidence of it...

And knowing that ppl don't even consider Tamlin an abuser but just a misunderstood character and deserving better treatment from readers while the ppl around him suffered? Yeah... its feels like people are not seeing us just bc he's hot or have money or is powerful or whatever...

I wonder if someone tells them they're overreacting and being dramatic how they would feel? To not be seen and tell them "you're acting childish suck it up"? How would they feel?

And only bc you did some nice things doesn't make you less of an abuser we need to remind that to ourselves... (just bc tamlin help in a war HE CREATED (bc he thought Feyre was his trophy) and help Rhysand to live doesn't make him less of a shitty person that he is...)

ps: this is just my experience I know for a fact that a lot of ppl experienced worse than us. its okay if you ignore this but I only wanted to get this out somewhere that might some ppl see and rethink what they're saying...

First, I'm honored you shared your story with me and I am so sorry that both you and your mother are still in such a difficult situation. It's easy for someone on the outside looking in to say, "why doesn't she just leave already?" but anyone who has first hand experience of what she's going through (either because they have witnessed a love one going through it or they themselves have) know how difficult it can actually be to walk away. They might be struggling with years of their significant other chipping away at their self esteem to the point that they truly don't think they are worth more than the treatment they've gotten, they might be in a position where they can't set off on their own for financial reasons, they might fear for what the significant other might do if they were to leave. And I do understand why, as you are currently living this, it is triggering for you to see people romanticize Tamlin or explain away his behaviors as "he was struggling so he couldn't help himself." Of course he was struggling however, that never gives someone the right to take their struggles out on others. I don't think we'll ever be able to stop those who are fans of the Justice for Tamlin rhetoric but hopefully you take some comfort in knowing that the author herself has been vocal about how wrong Tamlin's behavior was. Others can interpret the text however they want but at the end of the day, SJM, the creator of his character has told us that he is a toxic male, that the High Lord of Spring is a "douche" and I think that's all that should matter to you. You feel his behaviors were not acceptable and the one who wrote him agrees. I'm not necessarily opposed to seeing Tamlin begin to heal but I personally don't think he's redeemed himself at all at this point and I have no interest in seeing him fall in love again, regardless of his one "heroic" gesture in the war. He still physically assaulted his friend afterwards and threw Lucien's clothes on his front door. A year after the war and he's still making no effort to try and be the High Lord his people need. It's not that someone who was abusive doesn't deserve the opportunity to better themselves but I don't think they deserve forgiveness until there are actual steps being taken to actually better themselves. Since Tamlin still, as of SF, has not made any progress in the right direction, I understand why it's frustrating when excuses are being made for his behavior. Again, I am so sorry that you and your family are going through this. Growing up in that situation often effects our own relationships and self esteem and I hate that you have become a victim in something you never had any say in. Sending you lots of love ❤️

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Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney in San Diego: What You Need to Know

If you’re facing criminal charges in San Diego, the situation can feel overwhelming and uncertain. But you're not alone—and having the right legal help can make a big difference in how your case unfolds. An experienced criminal defense attorney in San Diego, CA can protect your rights, explain your legal options, and fight for the best possible outcome.

This guide covers what a criminal defense lawyer in San Diego does, the types of cases they handle, and how to choose the right attorney for your specific needs.

The Role of a Criminal Defense Attorney

When you hire a criminal defense attorney in San Diego, you're getting someone who will stand by you throughout the legal process. Their job goes beyond simply showing up in court—they play a vital role in building your defense and protecting your freedom.

Here’s what they typically do:

Analyze the evidence and details of your arrest

Build a defense tailored to your case

Challenge weak or unlawful prosecution claims

Handle all court filings, motions, and hearings

Negotiate with prosecutors to reduce charges or penalties

Represent you confidently in court if your case goes to trial

Ensure that your constitutional rights are never violated

Types of Cases Handled by Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Diego

Criminal defense lawyers in San Diego, CA handle a wide range of charges. Some of the most common include:

Driving under the influence (DUI)

Drug offenses such as possession or distribution

Domestic violence and abuse cases

Assault, battery, and other violent crimes

Theft, burglary, and property crimes

White-collar crimes like fraud or embezzlement

Gun and weapons charges

Criminal accusations involving minors

Whether you're facing a misdemeanor or a felony, a knowledgeable defense attorney can make a major difference in how your case is resolved.

Why Hiring a Local San Diego Attorney Matters

When choosing a criminal defense lawyer in San Diego, local experience really counts. Here’s why:

They understand how San Diego courts operate

They know how local prosecutors think and negotiate

They're familiar with local judges and their tendencies

They can draw on relationships and insights from working within the local legal system

This inside knowledge often leads to better outcomes for clients.

What the Criminal Legal Process Looks Like

When you're facing criminal charges, it's helpful to know what to expect. Working with an experienced criminal defense attorney in San Diego, CA means you'll be guided through every step of the process:

Initial Consultation – Discuss your charges, possible defenses, and what to expect.

Case Evaluation & Evidence Review – Your attorney examines police reports, witness statements, and other evidence.

Pre-Trial Motions – Your lawyer may file motions to dismiss charges or exclude evidence.

Negotiations – Many cases are resolved through plea deals before reaching trial.

Trial – If your case goes to court, your attorney will present your defense.

Post-Trial Options – If needed, your lawyer can assist with appeals or record expungements.

Each stage is crucial, and strong legal support can ease the pressure and help you make smart decisions.

Choosing the Right Criminal Defense Lawyer in San Diego

Not all attorneys are the same. Here are some key qualities to look for when selecting a criminal defense lawyer in San Diego, CA:

A proven history of handling criminal cases

Strong knowledge of local laws and court procedures

Good communication and responsiveness

A reputation for ethical, aggressive representation

Clear and upfront pricing

Meet Marc Kohnen – A Trusted San Diego Defense Attorney

One respected name in the legal field is Marc Kohnen, a seasoned criminal defense attorney in San Diego. He has built a reputation for his strategic approach, courtroom skill, and dedication to achieving the best results for his clients.

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Marc brings a hands-on, client-focused approach to every case, working hard to protect your rights and build the strongest defense possible.

Final Words

When you're facing criminal charges, your choice of legal representation could affect your future. Don’t take chances—work with a qualified, experienced criminal defense lawyer San Diego who knows how to handle the system and is committed to your defense.

Whether you need advice, a case review, or full legal representation, take the first step today by contacting Marc Kohnen for a confidential consultation.