#hanger inc

[the-eeveekins]

The Witch From Mercury: Tying Up Loose Ends

A look at the state of different characters, organizations and plot points after the epilogue of The Witch From Mercury.

Earth vs. Space, and Earthian Inequality

The crux of this conflict was the growing inequality between Earthians and Spacians, and that Spacians were exploiting Earthian labour and resources for their gain, while also pitting them in proxy wars. When Miorine dissolved the Benerit Group, all their assets were placed into Earthian hands, including all the resources the plundered from Earth and presumably a number of weapons. With this, the main driving force of the conflict is resolved, although tensions very likely still linger, especially among those who lost family and friends to the Benerit Group.

While it may not be a perfect long-term solution, it has definitely helped in the short-term. Gund-Arm Inc. has survived the transfer and we see Miorine working with Earthian protesters to solve lingering issues. And we even see that Sedo is now getting an education. Clearly, Miorine’s actions havehad a positive affect on Earthian lives. Suletta & Miorine changed the status quo in a far greater way for the better than many Gundam main characters manage to do in their own worlds.

The Benerit Group

The Benerit Group was dissolved, and all of the political and military might it wielded as an entity was destroyed. Obviously many members of the group found ways to continue working, and many will have had some assets stashed away not attached to the group, but they would lack the combined strength that the group wielding before.

We see that Delling and Sarius are under investigation in the epilogue, so even if they're still free as of the epilogue, they may not be so for very long. And for Delling, who formed the Benerit Group as a means to enforce a tyrannical "peace" upon the world, his life's work was destroyed by his daughter, and all the power that came with it.

We do see the Peil Ladies, who seem to have slinked away to some sort of retirement home in the aftermath of events. While some see this as a good ending for them, keep in mind they had just double crossed the BG in a play to be the next major power in the business world after the SAL wiped them out. Instead, they were left with nothing. No power, no super company. You can see how miserable they look in the epilogue.

The children of the Benerit Group all seem to have found a future, one way or another. Gund-Arm Incorporated is still around, with all it's Earthian and Spacian employees. Elan, Secelia and Guel are still kicking and running their own businesses, though it's unclear if they found positions with the new owners of their old companies or started over.

GUND Technology

The Prologue started with showing GUND as a means for humanity to travel into space, as well as conquering various other physical disabilities. The work of the Vanadis Institute is now continued by GUND-Arm Incorporated, which we see in the epilogue is producing medical technology to aid those with disabilities, like Petra and Ericht.

Shaddiq

I have talked about this a lot in the past, but Shaddiq doesn't have a bad ending. His goal was to dissolve the Benerit Group and transfer their assests to Earth to balance the powers, and Miorine successfully achieved his goal for him. Sabina and company came away from everything with their freedom and now work to better Earth. And as a cherry on top, since Shaddiq was already under arrest for Plant Quetta and Asticassia, he also took the fall for Quiet Zero as well, to protect Miorine’s new family.

Mercury & The School

We don't actually see Mercury in the series itself (except in a flashback of the Lfrith hanger), but we don't really need to. The planet itself doesn't have any relevance to events, and Cradle Planet (which does take place on Mercury) makes it pretty clear there isn't anything of interest out there anyway. And while Suletta is from there and wants to build a school there, she never once expressed a desire to return. We can pretty safely say that Suletta built her school there, based on the line "You're going to build another school here?"

Lingering Questions

The Space Assembly League

Quiet Zero not only shook up things in space due to the dissolution of the Benerit Group, but also the revelation that the SAL was directly supporting Earthian resistance groups and helping them carry out attacks against their own citizens, not to mention very publicly trying to wipe out millions of it's own citizens with a giant space laser. Presumably this caused a massive shake-up within the SAL, and between that and the Benerit Group dissolution, the entire political structure of space very likely changed significantly, but the epilogue doesn't really give much of a hint about what that looks like.

The Lfrith AI

A plot thread in the Prologue that completely disappeared afterwards. While I'm not personally convinced it was ever meant to be a plot point beyond the Prologue, I was convinced it was worth bringing up. It was meant to overcome the Gundam Curse and allow people to pilot Gundams without negative permet damage. However, by all accounts, it never succeeded. The show very heavily implies that Ericht's unique ability to coexist with the Data Storm is what allows her to connect to the AI and pilot a Gundam without harm, and it's never brought up again. Not to mention the Darilbalde used a new advanced AI that could pilot a mobile suit with pilot input at all, but not even that was seen as a solution to the Curse for the Schwarzette.

Elnora and the Covern

We know Suletta was the key. It was necessary for someone to pilot Aerial because Ericht couldn't. Whether it was Ericht's permet resistance that Elnore needed, or maybe just a close bond family bond to push permet scores, the solution she found was to clone her own daughter. Through context we might assume this isn't exactly unheard of in Ad Stella, given the lack of surprise about her origins from Suletta’s friends. But what about the Coven? We see that by the time Ericht "dies" and she is uploaded to the Aerial, Suletta was already born. Were they made before or after Suletta. Before implies they were clones that tragically could not survive and Elnora desperately uploaded them to the Lfrith to save them, unable to bear more loss. Afterwards implies that they were necessary for control of the Gundbits. Where they more repli-children uploaded, or did Ericht simply copy her data into clones to handle the bits more easily? There are so many questions about what Elnora did to make the coven.

Notrette

The woman of mystery. We never even see her face. Depending on who you ask, the mystery is a good thing and any more information would ruin it. We know she's from Earth, that she wanted to apply the evolutionary mechanics of plants to humans, and that Quiet Zero was the key to her plans. And that, for whatever reason, she left a backdoor into it for her daughter based on the genetic code of her tomatoes. Why did she marry Delling? What was her original goal with Quiet Zero and what did she intend with it? How exactly did she die? Did she have a love affair with Prospera that saw her help Elnora create a clone of her daughter?

The Future of Gundams

Perhaps the ultimate sequel hook: we do not know what the future holds for Gundams after Quiet Zero. The Ur is presumably still around, and even if it remains a forbidden technology, we've seen that there are those willing to sacrifice lives to use that power. On the other hand, is the original goal of GUND-Arm Inc. a possibly? Can GUND Format equipped Mobile Suits be operated safely and for the good of humanity, instead of as a tool for war?

Asticassia

With help from Guel, Elan and Secelia, Asticassia survives 3 years later. But what is it's purpose? Is it still a training ground for the spacian elite to train the next generation of oppressors, or has it found new life as a technical school that takes in students from anywhere, without prejudice.

The Three Kids

In the epilogue, we see Suletta playing with three children in the wheat field. Are these children that Suletta & Miorine adopted? Or simply some local kids who Suletta likes to play with? Due to the fact that they seemingly disappear for the rest of the scene, I'm inclined to believe the latter.

[agoraphobic-artist]

KURO-SHIT <3

The first item in our Black Butler Haul is a double sided poster of unknown origins. Seemingly drawn by the A-1 anime team that is all the information I have.

My better half @mister-astringent loved both sides of this poster and as we have very little merch of Tanaka I conceded.

Look at him. With his weird little Snowman.

The second and third items are these adorable foam hangers from Book of The Atlantic. I again have very little merchandise of the "mini" Midfords, so here are Elizabeth and Edward ready to throw down with some reanimated corpses.

Bought as a bundle, I now have the full set of Kuroshitsuji Clear Acrylic A4 posters.

These posters were given out as part of a promotion for The Public School Arc in Japan.

The first three character specific posters have a clear window behind their design, but honestly the Sebastian and Ciel full colour print is my favourite.

My fifth order item is this Undertaker Acrylic Standee from Book of Atlantic.

When doing some digging it appears to have been from an Aniplex collaboration with Aimon.

This particular character design of the set really stood out for me, because although they all are pretty to look at, undertaker canonically has stood in front of stained glass windows: in quite an iconic moment of the series.

The background is holographic and honestly the photos don't do justice, for how beautiful the shimmering colour changes are in the light.

A one of a kind item next and technically last.

While browsing for new items to add to the collection, I came across a seller who hand carves erasers (Linocut) for stamping.

They had a ton of designs from various series available, so naturally I had a good look through all the Black Butler ones; I found this P4 one early on and fell in love with it.

The stamp is incredibly detailed and impressively carved, something I appreciate as someone "Arts and Crafty".

BONUS ITEMS: Unfortunately, I cannot open them to give a better look yet as they are joint gifts for Xmas, but we are going to be exchanging the Groove Inc Pullips of Robin and Tutor.

So expect mass postings of their details probably in late December or the New year.

I can tell you though, that their eyes are stunning, and the details that have gone into them are gorgeous to look at. The boxes designs are cute as hell, with all of their extra items laid out around the dolls and it seems like they also seem to come with little collector cards as well.

...One of my many merchandise collecting weaknesses...

~A quick little side note though~

WHO WAS GOING TO TELL ME!? LIKE ACTUALLY!!!

These dolls are massive! Both me and @mister-astringent thought that they would be around the 9 or 10 Inch mark.

However, we just did a rough measurement and Robin is 12"ish and Tutor is approximately 14"!!!

(The RAH dolls are to show the scale of these monsters)

Can't wait to open these up in December <3

[muppet-facts]

Muppet Fact #689

The Germ, or Streptococcus yuckotherium, which appeared in a Muppet Labs sketch was built with cellophane and coat hangers.

Sources:

The Muppet Show. Episode 307: Alice Cooper. October 30, 1978.

Of Muppets and Men. Christopher Finch. Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. 1981.

[theakandrewscollection]

Hellraiser "Hell Priestess" statue and art print, (collectibles, 2016)

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The role of Hell Priest, colloquially known as "PinHead", of Clive Barker's Hellraiser universe being taken on by a woman dates back to the very beginning of the franchise, in the book The Hellbound Heart.

Before Jamie Clatyon's portrayal of the Hell Preist in the 2022 Hellraiser movie, the role was taken over by Kristy Cotton, the protagonist of the original Hellraiser movie, in the Clive Barker approved, canon, Hellraiser comic series.

Not long after, Sideshow Collectibles would release a officially licensed Hell Priestess statue and art print. Whether this is a representation of Kristy in the role, the character in the original book or another, unknown, damned soul is not known.

Limited edition print, Art by Ian MacDonald

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"Hell PriestessPremium Format™ Figure by Sideshow Collectibles

Welcome to Hell

Clive Barker’s world of Hellraiser introduced us to the Cenobites, and their leader – Pinhead. Now, Sideshow is ready to introduce the world to a new member of the Cenobites – The Hell Priestess Premium Format™ Figure. Working directly with Clive Barker's production studio, Sideshow’s artists have crafted a new level of terror. The Hell Priestess Premium Format™ Figure sits upon a base that is adorned with a blood pool containing the roiling tortured souls of victims. In direct contrast to the gruesome self-mutilation that the Hell Priestess exhibits, she is seen alighting delicately upon a Lament Configuration box that rests on the surface of the aforementioned pool.The pins that pierce her flesh are crafted out of metal while the rest of the piece is made up of polystone and fabric elements. DetailsHell PriestessBrandHell PriestessCharacterHell PriestessManufacturerSideshow CollectiblesTypeFigurePremium Format™ FigureGenreHorrorRoomCollection RoomCategoryCollectiblesArtistsIan MacDonald (Design)Alex Pascenko (Design)Adam SmithChadwick AndersenKat Sapene (Paint)Casey Love (Paint)Zac Roane (Design)Katie Fernandez (Costume Fabrication)Greg Mowry (Costume Fabrication)The Sideshow Design and Development Team

Product Size

Height: 23.25" (59 cm)Width: 11.5" (29 cm)Depth: 9.75" (25 cm) *"

Quote source-

https://www.sideshow.com/collectibles/hell-priestess-hell-priestess-sideshow-collectibles-300517

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"The Hell Priestess Art Print by Ian MacDonald. Sideshow Exclusive. Exclusively available through Sideshow.com. Limited availability in select international territories. AboutSideshow presents The Hell Priestess Premium Art Print, an all-original creation in collaboration with Clive Barker and Seraphim Inc., by Ian MacDonald. Surrounded by instruments of pain and torture, Sister Renee would stop at nothing to show her devotion... until it was too late. Hand-numbered and embossed, each limited edition print will come with a special origin story of the Hell Priestess from the creators. Print Details:Hand-numbered limited edition of 175 18x24" fine art giclée print100% cotton, acid-free, matte Museo Rag 300GSMEpson archival inksAn authorized, automated penciled signatureEmbossed seal of authenticityFrame Details:Recycled polystyrene moulding (Black)Custom double mat design (Black and Crimson) Framing grade acrylicWire hanger: No additional hardware required"

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https://www.sideshow.com/collectibles/hell-priestess-the-hell-priestess-sideshow-collectibles-500429

I didn't plan on doing a theme week within a theme month but, as it so happened, I ended up with a run of entries of dominant women who have fully embraced the darkness, so...

Welcome to Dommes of Darkness Week!

[wefoundloveunderthelight]

Treasure Seekers - Gold's Revenge

by: GleefullyCaptainSwan

Summary:

Six years has passed since Blackbeard's treasure was found. Jones Adventure Inc is thriving as Liam, Killian, and Emma continue their adventures aboard the Jolly Roger. Killian and Emma have found happiness with their four year old son, Henry. Life simply goes on. Six years has passed since Neal disappeared. And Gold is done waiting. It's time to get what is rightfully his. The treasure that his son found. The only thing he ever did right in his life. It is what Gold is due. And he will ensure that the Jones brother's will give him exactly what he wants. No matter the cost.

Notes:

So my guilty OCD has finally allowed me to pull this out of my WIP folder where it has been sitting since 2022. Many, many apologize for leaving this on a cliff hanger and then sitting it out to dry for 2 years. My bad doesn't cover it. I have finally completed it and will post it for those who still care to read it. :) It took me a really long moment to get my headspace back in the game because I went from writing for Cpt Swan to the Bridgerton Polin fandom and boy oh boy is that a different game all together. Thanks again and sorry for the wait.

[whoopsies-daisies]

anyways heres a list of music that should be in the next umbrella academy season (in no particular order)

212 - Azealia Banks

Changes - David Bowie

(I don't listen to mcr but i feel like there should be an mcr song in there somewhere)

Everybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears For Fears

Virtual Insanity - Jamiroquai

You Really Got Me - Oingo Boingo (i know a ton of bands have covered this song but i specifically want the Oingo Boingo version)

Video Killed The Radio Star - The Buggles

Pump It Up - Elvis Costello & The Attractions

Funkytown - Lipps Inc.

Party at Ground Zero - Fishbone

Barbie Girl - Aqua

Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen

Anything by ABBA really, but i feel like Dancing Queen, Voulez-Vous, or Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight) would work well with a fight scene

Birdhouse in Your Soul - They Might Be Giants

I Don't Want To Live Today - Ape Hangers

Deceptacon - Le Tigre

Cold Beverage - G. Love & Special Sauce

The Day the World Turned Dayglo - X-Ray Spex

[i-did-not-mean-to]

Prologue: Eönwë x Gothmog

Let's start...Besides vampires, cabbage, dogs, and bread, crime stories are amongst my favourite things in life!

Special thanks to @cilil (once again) for encouraging me! (and for totally letting me steal her idea!) :D

Pairing: Eönwë x Gothmog

Prompt: Cultural Differences

Words: 1800

Warnings: It's a crime story, there's a dead person...insecurity, flirting, fear of death, threats...the usual :D

Manwë slammed the idiotic laptop the department demanded he use shut vehemently—he had a perfectly good, functional desktop computer, and he could not understand for the life of him why he had to bother with those tiny, cheap, finicky keys.

The news he’d just gotten made him pinch the bridge of his nose in silent exasperation; this one would be bad.

Part of him wanted to go home, imbibe beyond what was reasonable, and crawl into bed beside his resentful wife, but he was too dutiful and cautious to let this get out of hand before it had even started.

Thus, he leaned out of his office to check which one of his underlings was still around so he could pawn off the legwork on some other poor overworked soul.

Eönwë. Manwë sighed. Theoretically, Eönwë had everything it took to be a good detective—athletic, diligent, and graced with a strong moral fibre, he could have known an exceptional career.

Unfortunately, though, he was painfully naïve.

It often seemed almost comical to Manwë how Eönwë could be lucky enough to somehow always be in the right spot at the right time, only to then completely miss the point and bungle an otherwise airtight case.

“Eönwë,” he called, convinced that he’d regret his decision very soon. “A word, please!”

“Yes?” Eager as a puppy and just as energetic, the golden-haired man all but bounded into the elegantly furnished room. “What can I do?”

At once, Manwë rued his ungenerous thoughts.

“I’ve just been informed that there has been a homicide,” he explained cautiously. “This could potentially become a high-profile case—be warned—but I need someone to look into this, first thing in the morning.”

“And you want me to go?” Eönwë’s voice vacillated between hope and disbelief. “I’d love to!”

“Hold your horses,” Manwë cut in sharply. “Someone lies dead even as we speak.”

He took another deep, steadying breath. “It’s Fëanor.”

“The tech-magnate?” His big, blue eyes widening even further in horror and alarm, Eönwë leaned forward as if suspecting that he had suffered an auditory hallucination.

“Yes,” Manwë grunted. “The very same. It was Melkor—that much is clear to me. All I need you to do is…prove it. Do you think you can do that?”

Any other detective of his rank would have objected to being demoted to doing the hard, tiring, and unsatisfying grunt work, especially as his boss had already settled on a culprit, but Eönwë beamed with humbling gratitude. “Will do, boss! I won’t let you down!”

Manwë half-lifted one hand to detain the other, but then, he dropped it again listlessly.

“I’ll go sniff around their usual haunts tonight. Afterwork beer…and I’ll report on what I’ve found tomorrow morning!” Eönwë chirped, tearing his coat from a crooked hanger, and rushing towards the double doors.

Torn between the knowledge that he put too much pressure on the poor fool and his desperate desire to see Melkor brought to justice, Manwë gnawed on his lower lip in torturous indecision until the last chance to dissuade Eönwë was lost.

No matter, he told himself. It was better that he was alone for this—he still had work to do on this night, and what he had planned was not exactly legal.

Melkor frowned at his phone.

“What is it, my love?” Mairon asked, his voice as smooth and soothing as velvet. His eyes, though, were sharp as blades and twice as gleaming.

“That is for you to tell me,” Melkor, founder of Angband Inc.—a company which had been inexorably doomed before Mairon had intervened—muttered distractedly. “Manwë just texted me that he’ll get me this time.”

“Manwë?” Crossing the room with quick, precise steps, Mairon snatched the device out of Melkor’s huge paw and stared at the bright screen with murderous intensity.

Of course, there was neither number nor signature—Manwë would never commit so obvious and deleterious a mistake—but he agreed with his lover; this message could only have come from one person.

“I am going to find out what happened,” he promised Melkor. “And how bad it is for us.”

“Not tonight,” Melkor objected. He rarely pulled rank, as they both knew that those titles were but smoke and mirrors, but Mairon could clearly discern that the other would brook no opposition on this subject. “I need you with me tonight. Just in case we have to establish an alibi for whatever crime we’re being framed for.”

“Give me just a second, precious,” Mairon pleaded, pressing a comforting kiss onto Melkor’s high, smooth brow. “I’ll order take-out, and then we’ll go home.”

As soon as he was out of earshot, Mairon did call the restaurant—he called Gothmog, friend and henchman, first, though.

“Go out, please. Just…have a few drinks and listen to the latest gossip, would you?”

“Sure thing,” Gothmog rumbled at the other end of the line. “I’ll be in tomorrow morning with whatever intel I can gather. Good night to you two!”

Schooling his face into an optimistically calm expression, Mairon slipped back into Melkor’s office. “It’s taken care of…let’s go!”

Eönwë was not in the habit of frequenting seedy bars after nightfall, but he didn’t want to leave anything to chance on this one.

After his last regrettable failure to apprehend a proven perpetrator, he had been condemned to desk duty, and he’d half-expected never to make it out on a big case again.

Once more, Manwë had placed his trust in him, though, and he would not disappoint his mentor and role model this time.

Unable to dispel the proud, smug expression on his angelic face, he entered the run-down establishment Melkor and his posse were known to frequent.

“Baby, have you lost your way?” Thuri, a long-limbed beauty purred, leaning against the counter of the dirty bar with a wicked smile.

Anyone who had talked to her for more than 2 minutes knew that she was not in the least interested in men, but that generally didn’t stop her from flirting outrageously with every breathing organism in her immediate vicinity.

Eönwë cleared his throat and tugged on his lucky pendant nervously. He didn’t want to be rude, but the woman with the half-shaved head and the innumerable, flashing piercings made him slightly uneasy.

“No,” he squeaked and nodded at the unlabelled bottles, lined up on a wonky shelf behind her. “Make it a double!”

“Right away, darling,” she drawled and twisted to grab a grimy container in which an amber liquid sloshed around ominously.

“Have you heard the news?” Eönwë asked brazenly, trying to emulate the bored, weary demeanour of his senior colleagues, and hoping that his bright-eyed eagerness was not all too noticeable.

“What news?” A deep, grumbling voice resounded from a dark corner of the counter.

Whirling around in alarm, Eönwë felt his determinedly set jaw slacken alarmingly. If the overabundance of black eyeliner and the torn tank top on the barkeeper had made his stomach lurch, the man staring at him unblinkingly positively turned his insides to goo.

Impossibly tall and broad, the mountain of muscle and flashing teeth reminded the young detective of a large predator, lazily eyeing his clueless prey.

“The bloke with the autonomous energy source was offed,” Eönwë replied, dragging his thumb over his throat dramatically even though he didn’t yet know what exactly had happened to wretched Fëanor.

This seemed to interest the mesmerising stranger for he slid off his barstool noiselessly and padded over. “Is that so? Do they know what happened? Oh, they’ll probably send out some newbie before declaring that there wasn’t enough evidence.”

“How would I know?” Eönwë squawked, miffed by the unwitting insult.

“Baby,” Thuri chuckled, setting down a water-stained glass on a worn coaster and giving the other patron a warning glance, “the cheap suit, the giddy smile, and the evident discomfort have given you away as soon as you’ve walked in. You’re here to pump us for clues—so, I’ve got to ask…police or press?”

Instantly, Eönwë—who had hitherto believed himself to be an acceptable actor—deflated.

“Police,” he admitted dejectedly.

“We don’t know anything,” Thuri declared firmly. “This is the first time I’ve heard about this. Whoever killed that ass did the world a favour in my opinion.”

“Hmmm, he was involved in a few conflicts,” Eönwë conceded, trying hard not to scrunch up his face as he tried to find another angle to get to the reason for his nightly excursion. “Didn’t he take someone to court over a theft claim?”

“Mel,” Thuri nodded, then froze. “You don’t think…”

The atmosphere noticeably shifted, and her whole deportment grew hostile.

Before Eönwë could back out of a room full of angry faces, a huge hand was clasped around his upper arm like a vice.

“With me,” the enigmatic giant hissed and dragged Eönwë out the back door.

The last thing the poor detective saw was his untouched glass being swept off the counter—Thuri even wiped the condensation ring off the oily bar. It was as if he had never been there, and he did not doubt for a second that—if asked about it—every single soul in that accursed hole would swear that they’d never seen him once his mangled corpse was found.

“Don’t make that face.” His would-be assaulter laughed. “I am not going to hurt you—I want to help you. I’m Gothmog, and I work with and for Melkor.”

Flinching, Eönwë felt panic rise in his throat.

“Relax. I’m almost sure that my boss didn’t do this…and I’ll help you prove it.”

“You and the vixen in there?” Eönwë asked, the sarcasm he was aiming for thoroughly foiled by the distinct note of perplexed longing in his voice.

“Thuri? She’s into women, don’t get any funny ideas,” Gothmog said good-humouredly. “No, just you and me. You stick out like a sore thumb, and—for all your good intentions—you seem to be less observant than recommendable.”

Of course, Eönwë knew that he should not agree to so ludicrous and borderline amoral an offer, but neither the idea of dying beside a smelly trashcan nor the thought of letting Manwë down again sounded like a better option.

“I’ll have a briefing with my boss tomorrow,” he finally sighed. “Let’s meet here around noon—we’ll see how to proceed from there, deal?”

Nodding gravely, Gothmog let go of his arm at long last. “Deal! Don’t run—I’ll find you.”

“I didn’t intend to,” Eönwë replied in an embarrassingly petulant tone.

“We’ll get to the bottom of this,” Gothmog promised. “I’ll see what I can find out on our end. Our very smart, but also quite scary lawyer has dug up a good deal of dirt on Fëanor; I am sure there’s something useful in there!”

So, that was the prologue of this <3

Lots of love from me!

-> Masterlist

[peterfields]

The Paris Hook by The Society Inc. is no lightweight! Its sturdy build can easily handle your heaviest winter coats, oversized beach towels or loaded bags. But it’s not just for hanging gear — many people also use it as a stylish hanger for plants or a connector for lamps and fairy lights.

[nyc-study-tour-amg]

Garment District Scavenger Hunt

Two lions guard this monumental edifice with a roar; look on their website to learn more. What is this building?

The New York Public Library Beaux-Arts Building! After researching, I have even more appreciation for the library and these historic statues. When I first arrived in the city, one of the first things I did was get a NYPL card. It's so amazing to have such a vast group of libraries to explore and work at. These lions stand for Patience and Fortitude (also their well deserved names.) It's so interesting to look at these beautiful statues and think of all they have seen over the years!

Go behind this building to find a great park. In the winter, you can don your skates & slide around for a lark. In the summer, you can become a film buff just after dark. Twice a year the tents used to be where they might be staging a show, & maybe someday, they’ll be back, we just don’t know. What is the name of this park?

Bryant Park! I am lucky to live in the garment district, so Bryant Park has been my backyard. I cannot wait to explore the park more, it's a great spot to take in the city and get some people watching in. I am excited to go to the markets and fairs in the park during the holidays.

There’s a big giant button on this corner of the street, to use it on a garment would make even Marc Jacobs admit defeat. What is the name of the kiosk under this giant button sculpture?

There is a Halal Food stand under the button. This button is one of my first memories in New York after visiting the garment district on a school trip!

Why does the button in this sculpture have 5 holes?

It has 4 holes, but the old one that was replaced might have had 5.

Look up & down Fashion Avenue & you will find a series of silver plaques on the sidewalk. What is the significance of these?

The Fashion Walk of Fame! These plaques honor New York designers who have made a mark on the world of fashion and impacted culture significantly. For example Halston, Marc Jacobs, and Diane Von Furstenberg. New York is the center for American fashion - and this walk of fame shows the New Yorkers who have been a huge part of that. They were removed and redesigned.

You may have to look up to see this next store, but if you watch “Project Runway” you’ll know it for sure. Go up to the 3rd floor and get a business card. What is the name of this world famous fabric store?

Mood Fabrics! We went here for our first class field trip and it is such a fantasy world for fabrics. By working in the garment district this semester, I have been able to explore many different fabric depots, trim shops, and other fashion production shops. Mood is obviously stand out with their huge selection, designer deadstock, and absolutely breathtaking intricate fabrics.

What is the swatching policy of this store?

Aside from some specific fabrics - at Mood you can just pull out some fabric and cut whatever swatches you need. This is so amazing for projects, especially since they have so many options.

Replace the first word in every golfer’s dream shot with “All” & you will have the name of this next port of call. To win at this game, you will have to tell us more, like what is the name & exact street address of this venerable old store?

All-In-One Suppliers Inc. Address 344 West 38th Street. (They moved). Their offering is a pretty niche garment district staple. They sell the fixtures for apparel and garment stores. Including mannequins, hangers, and racks.

They’re known for their parades & fireworks even more than their clothes, but if you’ve never been here, you’ll be one of the only ones we suppose. What is the name of this world famous store?

Macy's! This flagship is absolutely massive I am so starstruck every single time I walk past it. As a lover of hedonism and outrageous holiday displays - I cannot wait for the windows and displays at all of the flagships and stores during the holidays (Macy's included!)

Stand at the corner of 34 th & Broadway & marvel at the people everywhere, but wait!!! … Is this area named as a square? What is the name of the square in question?

Herald Square! Aside from other squares, this one is clearly retail focused. This was named after a local New York magazine that used to be here called New York Herald. Now it is home to the iconic Macy's Parade of course.

Viktor & Rolf, Karl Lagerfeld & even Madonna have designed for this store, but if you’ve got a fixed budget, shop here & your cash will buy more. What is the name of this Swedish shopping mecca?

H&M. The unfortunate store that spearheaded fast fashion. Walking in here reeks of cheap dye and poorly made clothes barely worth their low price. I wish they could turn around their business and go back to their roots of providing what you need at a reasonable (not exploitative) price. Unfortunately, that seems to not be a change they will ever make.

What do the two letters in this name stand for?

Hennes & Mauritz! Originally a women's clothing store - Hennes means she in Swedish. They then combined with a fishing apparel store and added on Mauritz. Obviously they have evolved past fishing, but kept the iconic collaboration of the two.

Keep walking uptown until you cross 3 streets while still walking North. The address will be 1008 but don’t stop now, you’ve just barely left the gate. If ribbon’s your game then you’ve found the right place, & even if it isn’t, once you enter, you’ll have a look of shock on your face. What is the name of this incredible trim store?

M&J Trimming! I absolutely adore M&J. This trim shop always has exactly what I need with a friendly face to help. Their displays are put together so whimsically, I feel like I'm in a fashion candy shop. I am so sad they're closing down and crossing my fingers they pop-up somewhere else in the city.

Look for a store on the uptown side of the block, called Paper Presentation/City Papery. When enter this store & shop with a gaze, you’ll understand the meaning of this next little phrase: If paper’s what you’re seeking, then here, you should be peeking.

City Papery!

On the south side of 19 th Street between the same avenues, find address 16 for a store full of “no-brand quality goods” that is a favorite of New Yorkers and fashionistas alike. (P.S. – there is also a location on W. 40 th by the NYC Studio!) What is the name of this store?

Muji! Another store I could spend a lifetime in. They really understand ambiance for a store here at Muji. When I walked in, I immediately felt at ease. The music, simple yet perfect displays and products, and it even smells good! Everything comes together for a relaxing shopping experience in the heart of the city.

You’re now at the entrance to the F.I.T. What does F.I.T. stand for?

The Fashion Institute of Technology!

At this corner you’ll find lots of students of fashion, & going to this museum is just one of their passions. What is the current show at this world-renowned fashion institution’s museum?

They are getting ready to open Africa's Fashion Diaspora, which I am very excited to visit next week! They have such wonderful exhibitions here and this is a place I cannot wait to come back to for more exploring.

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Tuskegee Airman Captain Richard D. Macon (August 21, 1921 – October 9, 2007) was born in Birmingham. He earned a BS in mathematics from Miles College. He joined the Army Air Forces and graduated from flying school at Tuskegee to become a fighter pilot. He deployed to Italy with the 302nd Fighter Squadron.

He was part of an escort mission to Toulon, France, to destroy radar stations. The target was destroyed, but the fighters drew ground fire. He was hit by flak, flipping his plane upside-down before it burst into flames. He passed out, falling against the control stick. His plane was thrown into a loop, tossing him from the P-51 Mustang. He woke 45 minutes later, he was lying in a field, surrounded by three German soldiers. He was taken to a field hospital, where he was diagnosed with a broken shoulder and broken neck.

He was in bad shape and appeared to have a fractured neck because every time he moved abruptly, he passed out,” Jefferson wrote in his book, “Red Tail Captured, Red Tail Free.” “We braced his neck and head to make them immovable. When we got him up the next morning, he had to walk very slowly, trying not to move his head.”

He was sent to the hospital where his neck was finally X-rayed and set. Before he could recuperate, Russian troops forced the Germans out of Sagan. His neck in a cast, was taken to Stalag XIII-D at Nuremberg. He was moved to Stalag VIIA at Moosburg.

Promoted to captain, he was honorably discharged. He was awarded an Air Medal and a Purple Heart for his military service. He organized a flight school in Birmingham. He learned that multimillionaire Howard Hughes controlled three hangers at the Birmingham Airport, and set up a meeting. Hughes permitted him to use part of a hanger for his flight school.

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He earned an MS in Math from Indiana University before returning to Miles College as an associate professor. He accepted a teaching position at Detroit Public Schools; he retired in 1987. Macon and Jefferson helped found Tuskegee Airmen Inc. and each served as president of the Detroit chapter. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

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Automatic Wire Bending Machines: Revolutionizing Manufacturing Introduction In today’s fast-paced manufacturing industry, precision and efficiency are paramount. Automatic wire bending machines play a crucial role in achieving both. These cutting-edge devices have transformed the way wire forms are produced, making them faster, more accurate, and cost-effective.Get more news about automatic wire bending machine factory,you can vist our website!

The Rise of CNC Wire Bending What Are Automatic Wire Bending Machines? These machines are computer-controlled devices designed to bend wire into specific shapes and configurations. They can handle various wire materials, including steel, aluminum, and copper. From simple hooks to complex 3D forms, these machines can create a wide range of wire products. How Do They Work? CNC (Computer Numerical Control) technology drives these machines. Operators input the desired specifications (angles, lengths, and bends) into the software. The machine’s servo motors precisely manipulate the wire to achieve the desired shape. Advantages of Automatic Wire Bending Machines: Speed: These machines can produce wire forms rapidly, reducing production time. Accuracy: CNC control ensures consistent and precise bends, minimizing errors. Flexibility: They can handle both simple and complex designs. Cost-Efficiency: Reduced labor costs and material waste. Industry Applications Automotive: Wire forms for seat frames, exhaust hangers, and safety components. Appliances: Wire racks, handles, and brackets. Construction: Reinforcement wire, mesh, and structural components. Medical Devices: Surgical instruments, orthopedic implants, and catheter guides. Electronics: Connectors, springs, and cable harnesses. Leading Manufacturers AIM Inc.: Based in Florida, AIM Inc. is a global leader in CNC wire bending machines. They offer a complete line of wire benders, from single-axis to 24-axis models. TATE GROUP: Known for their 2D/3D CNC wire bending machines, TATE GROUP focuses on automated wire forming. Numalliance: Their flexible and robust CNC wire benders integrate seamlessly into production lines. Conclusion Automatic wire bending machines have revolutionized manufacturing, enabling faster production, higher precision, and cost savings. As technology continues to evolve, these machines will play an even more critical role in shaping our world.

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Cricut Cutting Machines: Find the Best Crafting Tool in 2024

Owning Cricut cutting machines means that you are entering a new world and unlocking a new level of creativity. It also helps many crafters turn their hobby into a profession or start a side business for extra income. Last week; I invested all my savings into buying a crafting machine so that I could take the lead on making new DIY stuff. Undoubtedly, I am very happy to have added my Cricut machine to my art room.

Ever since its foundation, Cricut Inc. has established its name as the most famous craft plotter manufacturer across the world. To meet its customers' needs, the company keeps introducing new models in the market. Currently, it is ruling the crafting industry with the ultimate Cricut machines that have their own specs. If you want to learn all the models in depth, then check out this guide.

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Since its launch, the Cricut Maker has been winning the hearts of DIYers. It is a certified craft plotter that can cut approximately 300+ materials and make complicated cuts and designs. In addition to cutting materials, this Cricut cutting machine can draw, write, engrave, emboss, and so much more. In addition, the Cricut Maker supports home inkjet printers and has Bluetooth wireless technology. The DIY projects that can be made from Cricut Maker are Acrylic signs, coasters, bookmarks, water bottles, and so much more.

2.  Cricut Maker 3

Cricut Maker 3 is the new member of the Maker family, added in 2021. It is the ultimate Cricut cut machine that blows everyone's mind with its amazing speed and sharp blades. This Maker model works with 300+ materials and is compatible with many tools and materials. Apart from cutting, it can also easily write, foil, draw, and engrave on the materials. Some of the projects that you can make out of Cricut Maker 3 are a doormat, leather keychains, labels, cupcake toppers, and so much more.

3.  Cricut Explore 3

Among Cricut cutting machines, Cricut Explore 3 is an upgraded version of Explore Air 2 that uses Smart Materials without a mat. Also, this craft plotter precisely cuts 100+ materials into any shape and size. Other than that, it can also draw, foil, score, and write on the material. In addition, this Cricut smart cutting machine is compatible with a printer and is an ideal choice for making Print Then Cut stickers. The DIY projects that can be made out of this craft plotter are graduation caps, wood signs, wooden wreaths, and the list goes on.

4.  Cricut Explore Air 2

Equally important, Explore Air 2 is a Cricut personal cutting machine that will surely turn all your DIY ideas into materiality. With this classic craft plotter, you can easily move your craft status from an 'Idea' to 'I Did It.' Just like its previous version, Explore Air 2 can only cut 100 materials. However, it works with six different tools and has Bluetooth wireless technology, which can make impossible work possible. If you own this cut-die machine, then you are capable of creating projects like tote bags, ornaments, earrings, tumblers, etc.

5.  Cricut Joy

Cricut Joy is a small, portable, easy-to-carry craft plotter carrying on the Cricut cutting machines blog. This craft plotter cuts more than 50+ materials and can also write, foil, and draw as per the instructions. Also, this machine can cut difficult designs within a few minutes and has a Bluetooth connectivity feature. Some of the ultimate crafts that you can make out of this craft plotter are greeting cards, stickers, labels, and so much more.

6.  Cricut Joy Xtra

In addition to Cricut machines, let's talk about the latest version of Cricut Joy, which is the Cricut Joy Xtra machine. This model is a little bigger and heavier than its ancestor, and it looks great anywhere it is placed. Talking about its capabilities, this craft plotter can cut 50+ materials and cut intricate designs accurately. The projects that you can create out of Cricut Joy are labels, birthday cards, hangers, and so much more. 

7.  Cricut Venture

Finishing up the Cricut cutting machines list, it's time for you to meet a wide--format professional cutting machine known as Cricut Venture. With this 25-inch craft plotter, you can cut 100+ materials up to 12 ft (3.6m). This craft plotter cuts a single image up to 12 ft (3.6 m) and repeated images up to 75 ft (22.8m). Other than cutting, this recently launched Cricut smart cutting machine is compatible with home inkjet printers & has Bluetooth connectivity.

Overall, one thing has become very clear: the crafter has multiple choices when it comes to choosing a cut-die machine. In the beginning, it will be a little hard for them to learn about the machine, but as time goes on, they will soon become experts in creating new customized projects.

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Ivy Chapter 4 Normal Attire Story

DISCLAIMER: I just deepl and google translated my way through this because I wanted to know what’s going on, so there are definitely mistakes but I believe I managed the general gist of the story. Anyway, it’s just a fan-made translation solely for entertainment purposes. Morganatic Idol belongs to Cybird and ABC Frontier, Inc.

I was taken to a high-end brand store that sold everything from men's to women's clothing.

(I've never been in a place like this before ... but to be treated like a VIP when you have the place all to yourself is just too good to be true.)

(All the clothes are so beautiful. I bet Ivy-san would look good in all of them ...)

Rina: Ivy-san, what are you buying today?

When I asked the question without thinking, Ivy-san smiled and answered casually.

Ivy: Clothes for you.

Rina: Eh!?

I look at Ivy-san in shock at his unexpected reply.

Ivy: You've been wondering about your clothes for a while now, haven't you?

Rina: !

My heart thudded.

Ivy: You seemed a little down after what Miu and the girl yesterday said to you.

Ivy: So I thought I'd give you a gift for helping me with the distribution.

Rina: Oh, no ...

(I had no idea it was for me. And I can't believe it's a gift ...!)

Rina: That isn't needed! Knowing you feel like that is enough for me.

Ivy: Don't be shy. You can choose whatever you like. It's my way of saying thank you for yesterday.

Rina: No, that's my job ...! I can't ask you to buy me something.

I was afraid and Ivy-san laughed at me.

Ivy: Okay, if you insist, but since you're here, why don't we look at some clothes?

At his urging, I turned my attention to the clothes on display.

(So lovely ...)

(Maybe I would feel more confident if I had one of these outfits ...)

It's tough on the wallet, but this could be a great opportunity.

I looked around the store and reached for a chic navy blue one that was close at hand.

Ivy: I like that outfit, but I think you'd look better in a lighter shade.

Ivy-san called out to me.

Rina: Eh? You think so?

Ivy: Yes. For example ...

He picks a piece from the clothing on the hanger.

Ivy: How about this?

It is a fluffy, pink one-piece.

I liked the elegant and sophisticated design at first sight.

(But will I look good in such nice clothes?)

As if sensing my anxiety, Ivy-san smiles gently.

Ivy: I think the color and the design look good on you. You should give it a try.

Rina: ... Yes.

Pushed by his smile, I decided to try it on.

Surprised by the luxurious sofa in the fitting room, I changed into the dress.

Back to Ivy-san who was waiting for me and ...

Ivy: Yes, just as I thought. That color looks good on you.

Ivy-san welcomed me with a big smile.

Rina: Is that so? I feel like I'm in a costume ...

The clothes are nice, but I don't think I look as good as Ivy-san compliments me.

In the fitting room, I saw myself in the mirror, dressed in a beautiful outfit, but looking somewhat unsure of myself.

But then Ivy-san smiled at me.

Ivy: Don't make that face. It's okay. Come here.

He took me by the shoulders and led me to a shelf with accessories.

Ivy: What accessory would go best with that outfit ... this?

He took a pair of earrings and put them in my ears.

Rina: Ah ...

The feeling of a touch on my ear and a beautiful face so close to me made my heart flutter ...

Ivy: And the necklace ... yeah, I like this one.

He didn't seem to mind me.

Ivy: I'm going to change your hair a little.

Rina: O-okay.

Long fingers touch my hair, arranging it slightly.

Although I was nervous, I surrendered to what was being done to me.

Earrings, necklace, hair ornaments and bags.

He looked so serious and proceeded to coordinate me completely.

Ivy: ... That's it. Look in the mirror again.

Rina: Ah ...!

I was urged to look in the mirror. There I was, looking much more sophisticated than before.

Rina: ... Lovely.

Ivy-san smiles at the words that escape my lips.

Ivy: Do you like it?

Rina: Yes, very much.

I thought I was wearing a costume earlier, but now it looks like I fit right in.

(Is this really me?)

It felt kind of incredible.

Ivy: You can really change your look by changing your hair and accessories to match your outfit.

As if reading my mind, Ivy-san opened the door.

Ivy: Jace knows more about this stuff than I do, but I wear a lot of different costumes on stage.

Ivy: Even if it doesn't feel right when you're just wearing it, you can change your hair and accessories to make it look more comfortable.

Rina: I-I see ...

Ivy: Above all, the look on your face. Earlier you seemed to lack confidence, but now you look so much brighter.

Ivy: It's lovely.

Rina: !

The frank words of praise were heartbreaking.

Ivy: Just look up at me like that. You're so cute right now.

Ivy-san looked at me with a satisfied smile.

I can tell from the look on his face that he really thinks it looks good on me.

I felt my reliance heat up with happiness and embarrassment.

Everything he picked out for me was of a high quality that I normally wouldn't have been able to afford.

(You went through the trouble to choose it for me. At least the dress!)

I was prepared to buy in installments.

However ... I was told that Ivy-san had already paid the bill.

And not only the dress but everything I tried on.

Ivy: Don't worry about it. It was originally intended as a present.

Ivy: It makes me happy to think that I chose everything you wear.

Rina: O-oh no. I promise I'll pay you back ...!

He just laughed at my humbleness.

Ivy: I have high expectations for you in the future. First, you need to work hard, make a successful presentation, and get ahead in your job.

He jokingly says it like that.

(That's right. I must succeed in my job to get the money back!)

I was more and more determined to do my best in my presentation.

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