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As projects scale in complexity and height, traditional methods of accessing elevated work areas must be revised. This is where suspended access platforms, also known as hanging scaffolding platforms, emerge as indispensable work positioning solutions. In this blog post, we delve into suspended access platforms’ significance, benefits, and role in revolutionizing access systems in the UK construction sector.

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Versatile and Safe: The Benefits of Modern Hanging Scaffold Platforms in Construction

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Conclusion

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Team Dragonborn: *fighting in Broken Oar Grotto, high up on the platforms and scaffolding*

Khash: *high up on a wooden beam, surrounded by bandits* Aaaaaaaa why is it always water?!

Kaidan: *cutting down the bandits around her as fast as he can* I'm comin', lass, hang on!

Taliesin: *backed against the railing, dangerously close to falling into the lake, trying to fight off three bandits at once* I hate this, I hate this, I hate this-

Saturn: *knocking down two bandits, turning to face a whole other horde* Don't you know any spells other than Ice Spike that would save your ass?!

Taliesin: Don't you have an automaton for this???

Lucien: *running away from an angry dog* A-Actually I rather think any additional weight might- Ack-! Down, doggy! Er- might make the platforms collapse!

Saturn: See? He gets it- Whoa! *gets knocked off guard, a bandit disarming her with their axe. Her sword falls into the lake below* ... Shit.

Bandit: Hah! Not so cocky now, are you?

Saturn: *glances between the water and the bandit with a shocked look* What, did you think I would be completely helpless without my sword? *grins, a multicolor swirl of elements igniting at her fingertips* You do know I'm an Altmer, right?

Bandit: ... Oh.

Saturn: *giggles, leaning forward as the magic grows, the sound turning maniacal as she darts forward, swiping her hands through the air and sending a flurry of elements towards a group of bandits*

Caryalind: *yelps, kicked back by a bandit. He skids across the wood on his knees, and glances at Saturn with a terse chuckle* Showoff.

Saturn: Hehehehe...~

*Saturn kicks at one of the bandits, launching an elemental bolt at him as he goes flying. She reaches into her satchel with one hand and chucks a round dwarven mechanism into the group of enemies surrounding Khash*

Bandits: *look down at the mechanism curiously* ...?

*The mechanism blinks, beeping rapidly until it emits a shrill whistle, exploding amongst them in a rain of fire and electricity, and taking out a chunk of the platform*

Kaidan: *launched backwards by the blast, into the railing* What the hell was that?!

Saturn: An explosive. Duh.

Kaidan: Duh????

Caryalind: So an Automaton is a no but a deadly explosion is okay?!

Khash: *slides down the beam with a giggle* That was so tusking cool!!!!!

*Nearby, Taliesin had felled two of the three bandits cornering him. Each step he takes is one closer to plummeting into the lake below, and the Orc he's facing doesn't look any closer to dying than he did before the explosion. High above them, a bandit outlaw draws its bow*

Saturn: *helping Khash climb the rest of the way down the beam* I've got ya, kiddo, you're okay.

Khash: *drops the rest of the way down with a yelp, landing in Saturn's arms with her eyes closed, expecting an impact* ... *peeks one eye open, looking up at Saturn in surprise* Oh. Thanks, Scales.

Saturn: No need to thank me. *lets her down with a soft chuckle and looks around* Did we get them all?

Kaidan: I think just about. How's Taliesin doing?

Saturn: Hm..?

*Saturn turns to look towards Taliesin, right as an arrow tears through the sky and pierces his chest. Taliesin keels over with a cry, creating an opening for the Orc to shove him over the edge of the platform and into the water below*

Saturn: TALIESIN!! *sprints towards the edge of the platform and dives after him*

Caryalind: Shit! Kaidan, get the archer!

*Caryalind leaps forward and slashes at the Orc's throat as Kaidan whips around and fires an arrow at the outlaw, spearing through his head and dropping him to the ground*

Khash: Saturn! *runs after Saturn but stops short at the edge of the platform, leaning over the railing fearfully*

Lucien: Khash, get back! The platform is unstable! *pulls her back from the edge just as the railing crumbles apart*

Khash: Ah-! W-Wait, what if they-

Kaidan: *already going down the wooden stairs* Let's meet them at the bottom, come on!

~

*Saturn blinks her eyes open, looking around rapidly before spotting Taliesin floating near the bottom of the lake, conscious, but visibly pained and panicked. Blood rises from the wound in his chest and surrounds him in a red cloud of water. Saturn cuts through the water quickly, grabbing Taliesin around the waist and hauling him back to the surface with a gasp of air*

Lucien: There they are! Over here! *runs to the edge of the water and reaches his arm out for Saturn to grab and pull the two of them out, weighed down by waterlogged armor and robes*

Saturn: *gasping for breath as she lays Taliesin down on the ground next to her, leaning over him with a panicked expression* Shit- Tally, hey- *looks up at Lucien* Where are the healing potions??

Lucien: *frozen staring at the arrow protruding from Taliesin's chest* ... W-With Kaidan-

Saturn: So go get them! *faces Taliesin again as Lucien runs back towards the ground, watching him cough up water and blood* Fuck..

Taliesin: *clutches the arrow in his chest with a sound like a mix of a groan and a whimper*

Saturn: I-It's gonna be okay, Tally.. *lays his head in her lap, his ponytail undone by the water. She drags her hand through his hair in what she hopes is a comforting gesture* You're gonna be okay, they're going to get a healing potion.

Taliesin: Mgh..

Saturn: *sighs, watching him fall silent* This is all my fault, I should've been paying attention.. I forget I'm the one who's supposed to be looking after you guys.

*Distant voices clamor and draw nearer, most audible being Lucien's panicked ramble as he leads the others back to Saturn and Taliesin*

Saturn: I mean, it only makes sense, right? Gotta fix the world, protect everyone.. by default, that means protecting you, too. And I failed.. Can't even heal your wounds. *she laughs, quiet and self-deprecating. One hand strokes his cheek gently* ... I'm sorry.

Kaidan: Saturn! *sees Taliesin unconscious in her lap* Oh Gods.. *runs forward, pulling a healing potion out of his pack* Here, have him drink this while I get the arrow out.

Khash: *her voice echoes just around the corner* Caryalind, let me go! I wanna see Tally!

Caryalind: *holding her by the arms, preventing her from seeing Taliesin's wounds* You'll get to see him in a minute, dear, let them heal him first. It's not something you should witness.

*Saturn holds the potion to Taliesin's lips while Kaidan gently dislodges the arrow, a soft healing glow spreading across the wound. When the light dissipates, only a pale scar remains*

Taliesin: ... Mnh.. *groans, face scrunching at the lingering pain as his eyes open slowly* Wha..?

Kaidan: He's good. Need me to carry him?

Saturn: I don't think he'd let you even if he was dying. *leans over to meet Taliesin's eyes with a relieved smile* Hey, Tally. You okay?

Taliesin: .. About as well as I could be, I suppose. *reaches up to touch her hand on his cheek* What on earth were you apologizing for?

Saturn: Ah. *chuckles, a soft gleam in her eyes* Nothing much. Sorry that you're too damn prideful to ever ask for help.

Taliesin: Tsk. Can we leave this wretched place now?

Saturn: Anything you want, Tally.

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An emotional and sporadic Newsies UK description for those unable to watch.

This is going to be a long one.

As you walk in there is theming under the stalls, like 'strike' signs. If you are sitting in Mahatten you walk up a staircase to a pathway. The stage is huge with the scaffolding in the centre. Above the audience, fire escapes span the walls, which are also themed. There is so much on the set from the scaffolding to a Santa Fe sign, hammocks, newspapers, washing lines, and a large window. One newspaper is lying on the stage with a spotlight

ACT ONE

The Overture begins, but the Santa Fe prologue doesn't start the show. Race picks up a pape with a spotlight as he smokes his cigar. He calls the newsies down. The Newsies begin pouring up the stairs into the walkway of Manhatten seating and alongside the stage. Henry ziplines across the audience and onto the stage. The newsies do a dance number and sell papes, trying to sell them to the audience too. A man comes along with a cart of fruit. Buttons steals an apple, as Ike distracts the man, and they give it to Tommy boy. The newsies then fall asleep across the scaffolding and hammocks.

Santa Fe Prologue begins at the top of the scaffolding. Jack's 'penthouse' has a lot more theming from having a little roof he made to small art pieces. The song is done very similarly to Newsies on Broadway.

Carrying the Banner begins and there are Newsies EVERYWHERE. Race gets his cigar which he continues to smoke the entire show. Newsies get ready throughout the audience, grabbing clothes from the washing lines and putting them on across the audience. If you are sat at the front of your section, they sing directly at you, which is amazing until you are crying and make eye contact with them. The choreography is on another level and seeing the newsies running across the audience pathways and staircases is like nothing I've ever seen. The nuns also appear from the stairs in Manhatten and walk down to the stage. They are carrying boxes and handing out coffee and rosary beads. Splasher sits alone on the edge of the stage looking upset and a Newsie hands him food and he cheers up.

When the song ends, after a very long applause, Wiesel comes down from 50+ft above on a platform with his newspapers. The Newsies buy their papers and walk along the pathways, asking the audience who wants a paper and giving them out.

The Bottom Line begins with newsies taking naps across the theatre and stage with their caps over their faces. Pulitzer’s desk comes out and is on a small platform made of stacks of newspapers. They lie there the entire song. A chandelier comes down and hangs above the desk where Pulitzer sits.

After the song, Snyder appears and chases Davey, Les, and Jack who run across the audience and the fire escapes. The chase ends with Jack sliding down a large slide into Medda's theatre. The set has lights that read out her name. Jack shows his paintings and all the paintings are different to the ones on Broadway minus the Pulitzer standing on the newsies painting.

That's Rich is now a dance number with the bowery beauties. One of the Bowery beauties takes a big pink feather from their costume and sticks it to Les’ cap. The Newsies sit on the floor by the stage and watch the show. During the song Medda says “hey baby, I was just talking about you” and points to the newsies on the floor and they argue over who Medda was talking about.

I Never Planned On You/ Don't Come A-knocking has the newsies dancing with spotlights surrounding the bowery beauties as they dance. Again, it has much more dancing than Newsies on Broadway.

Katherine walks across the fire escapes in the audience and watches the entirety of The World Will Know.

In Jacobi's when Jack asks who will take Brooklyn, all the newsies hide and two newsies put their bags over their head and sit there unmoving. Katherine walks down from the fire escape and onto the stage.

Watch What Happens has the newsies bringing out Katherine's desk but not a lot of change happens here. At one point Katherine puts her feet up on the table whilst singing. Having her watch The World Will Know makes a lot more sense for the story and her motivation. Is now the time to mention how incredible Bronté Barbé is?

Katherine also watches Seize The Day, this time as she takes notes. During Jacks speech the newsies face and audience. Crutchie holds onto his rosemary beads necklace and prays to himself. Seize The Day is 2 parts and probably double the length. The choreography and amount of tumbling is insane. Jack and Davey dance too, unlike on Broadway. The talent it took to choreograph and perform the number is phenomenal. Newspapers fall from the sky and also get thrown into the audience by the newsies. In the middle of the song, the Newsies do a role call, shouting out their names. Henry gets thrown into the air and tears a paper in half. Nothing I say can do this number justice. I can't remember a lot of it because I was watching through tears. This number often gets at least one standing ovation.

Newsies rip up papers and throw stacks of them to the ground. The fight with the bulls seemed a lot harsher and involved Les grabbing onto a rope and getting lifted 20+ft into the sky and shouting for help.

Santa Fe is also similar minus, behind Jack, a bright yellow light looking like the sun forming and slowly getting brighter throughout the song. Micheal Aelahomka is so incredibly talented and the ending note was breathtaking.

ACT TWO

The King of New York involves a lot more tables and dancing. Les gets his own tap solo. The newsies use the tables as cars and drive them around with plates as steering wheels. Lights come from the ceiling towards the end and Newsies grab onto them and spin. The lights begin to rise and Newsies swing above the audience. The number ends with Katherine putting on a statue of liberty looking crown made of spoons and holding an apple.

Letter From The Refuge is such a jarring shift from The King Of New York and it works so well. Crutchie is alone on a bed in the middle of the stage with a couple of newsies lying beside him. Mike is one of them and lays with his head on Jojo’s stomach. Crutchie’s eye is covered in a red/black bruise and bruises are visible across his body. As he sings, Snyder and another man watch down on him from both ends of the stage on the scaffolding. It is eery as you may not notice them at first, but they are there the entire time. After the song ends a newsie wakes up and helps to carry Crutchie out.

Watch What Happens Reprise doesn't have a lot of changes and the only thing I recall of The Bottom Line Reprise ends with the newsies pushing out Pulitzer and his desk into darkness and fog.

Brooklyn's Here begins, and a group of girls stand at the stairs of Manhatten. The girls are Brooklyn (!!!!) and they changed lyrics, such as 'That's our cue, girls, it's time to go slummin' and 'we're the girls from the beaches of Brighton'. The Brooklyn newsies go down onto the stage and dance. Spot sang into a little girls face during our perform. The newsies stand with signs of the names of the audience areas, such as the Bronx, Flushing, and Manhatten. After the song, we are introduced to Spot Conlon who is one of the girls we saw.

Something To Believe in didn't have any changes that I noticed.

Once And For All has newsies walking across fire escapes across the walls and on the pathways, carrying lanterns. This is the first time the theatre is ever fully dark. The papers are thrown between the newsies in front of the audience. The slide is used as Newsies slide onto the stage. Toward the end, two newsies swing above the stage (Mike and Mack), throwing newspapers down to the audience. The song ends with the children’s crusade newspaper falling from the sky and hanging in front of the entirety of the scaffolding. A large silhouette of Jack shines behind it.

As the Newsies, including Brooklyn, surround Pulizer's office, they are stood across the fire escapes along the walls. They are everywhere you look and staring down threateningly to Pulitzer as they punch their hands and slam their fists.

Finale seemed to have a lot more dancing too. Crutchie appears wearing a policeman hat and arrests Snyder wearing it. Katherine puts on a Newsies hat that matches her dress and dances alongside the newsies for the number. The show ends with a Brooklyn girl tumbling across the stage as she lays the newspaper that started the show back in the centre.

The show is incredible and the most magical theatre experience I have ever had, and I can't imagine anything will ever beat it.

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Okay El, requests are up and running again.

Doc, with Dragon sickness (yes, lotr incoming because I know you love it), who is not happy because he feels threatened in his perimeter, other hermits wanting to take his diamonds and other precious materials.

But Doc adores the reader, trusts them wholly (like Thorin and Bilbo almost, only with romance) and doesn't see the readers betrayal coming

Angst ensues.

:D

I started writing the moment I saw this (totally didn't forget to queue, who would think that?). Nix, you know me all too well! Can I just say how sweet it is that whenever I open my inbox formally again, you’re always first there? It’s so kind of you ♥️

I also can't help but feel like this goes so well with the fact that Doc has been running out of diamonds lately XD

This took a bit of a darker turn then I had planned, so it might be a bit triggering in some ways? POSSIBLE TRIGGERS: Violence, angst, addiction/obsession (if you want to count dragon sickness as that).

Anyway, lots of love, and enjoy!

Breathe in. Breathe out.

He was shrouded in darkness.

Doc leant back against the pile of shulkers behind him, each of them so filled to the brim that even with all his weight against them, they did not move an inch. It was a rare occurrence–that it was night on the Hermitcraft server. What were they trying to hide? What were they trying to take? Doc pressed his flask against his lips, downing another night vision potion. His world grew bright again.

No one would make it in under his watch. No one except you.

In a server full of people, you never know who might turn around and stab you in the back, who will take what is yours, who will shatter your pride mercilessly. Or, in some cases, will break into your stock exchange and destroy your bush. But at least among all the chaos, Doc had you.

Y/n. His Y/n. You were the person he could turn to, the person he could trust.

He tossed a diamond up into the air. It seemed to hang there for an eternity before falling back down, landing in his hand silently. Its crystalline surface was enchanting, distorting his face as he stared longingly at it. How had he only a few months prior agreed to letting people take them from him as they willed? How had he been so foolish as to build them up as a pillar for the server to see? Why was he using them as scaffolding in all his redstone, when anyone could come take or break his two greatest treasures?

But you were a beacon of light and justice for him. He knew he could trust in you to never take anything. He knew you would fight by his side if someone harmed him. He’d do anything to keep you safe from harm.

_. The sound of a pickaxe breaking through tuff met Doc’s ears; a distant sound, but all the days he’d spent gazing down at his creation or silently scheming his plans, had resulted in his hearing becoming better tuned, enough to almost match that of Ren’s.

Doc grabbed his sword, and leaping off his platform he soared against the wind in the direction of the sound. A small figure, with their wings tucked tightly behind them. They tore another chunk of the stone from the patch, dropping it quickly into their shulker. Grian. Doc raised his sword above his shoulder, his line of sight ensnared on the avian he was rapidly approaching. He spied the familiar glint of diamonds in Grian’s shulker box, despite the entirety of the Perimeter being coated in a layer of shadow.

‘You’ve done it now, bird boy.’

Doc swung his sword, blade ringing as it struck against Grian’s side. The avian let out a cry, stumbling to turn and try to locate his foe. He fumbled, trying to find his weapon���bow, sword, axe… anything–, while his non-dominant hand wrapped around his body to try and prevent more open bleeding.

‘Doc, what are you doing?’ he yelled at the looming figure sprinting towards him, weapon in tow. ‘I was just getting some tuff for my ba–.’

‘Don’t play games with me,’ Doc growled, adjusting the height of his sword to match the level of Grian’s neck. Their blades met with a resounding crash. ‘I know you’re trying to take my diamonds.’

‘Diamonds? I- Doc, you took them all when you first dug the place out! There’s nothing for me to take!’

‘I know you’re taking from me! Don’t lie!’ Doc swung his sword in the opposite direction, coming full circle to rest right on Grian’s shoulder, rubbing dangerously against his neck. ‘I swear that if I ever see you in my Perimeter again you can kiss the light of day goodbye.’

Doc heard the sound of elytra cutting through the wind, speeding towards him. He would have spun around, but the way the rockets were being fired, the way the person’s angle was adjusting, he could tell exactly who it was. He knew it was you.’

‘Stop!’ you yelled, coming to a halt a few metres behind Doc. ‘I heard yelling–what is going on here?’ Your eyes darted back and forth between Grian and Doc, the open shulker and the pickaxe lying abandoned by Grian’s feet. ‘Doc, leave him. Let him go.’

Your words cut into him like a knife. Could you not see that this was not your fight? Could you not see that Doc was only acting justly? Reclaiming what was rightfully his?

‘Are you not on my side? He’s a thief, Y/n. Let him pay back what he has stolen from me. Let him pay with blood.’

Your grip on your sword tightened. ‘You’ve gone mad, Doc. Mad!’ You charged towards him, albeit hesitantly. Doc thrust Grian back, and the avian did not hesitate to fly a good distance away to spectate. Doc turned and stared into your eyes, not bothering to block your strike; from his chest, darkness began to seep. He raised his blade once more.

You were worth so much to him, but who said that meant he couldn’t love diamonds more?

‘I have been blind,’ he snarled, ‘but now I begin to see.’ His voice dropped an octave, if that was somehow possible, but even acknowledging that his voice was not the same. It rumbled from somewhere deep in his chest, and seemed filled with darkness and anger. It wasn’t the voice of Doc, your friend, your love, but that of a stranger. He used the corner of his coat to swipe away a portion of the blood, leaving the wound exposed. You would never be able to say you did not regret it. ‘I see that true friends are harder to come by than I foolishly thought.’ He raised his weapon, aiming its tip at your chest. He glared at you from under his eyes, though now they seemed almost nonexistent; instead, they were dark voids that felt like they would never leave you, sullen like his other angular features; his robotic eye was hypnotising–the only proper light source to be seen. ‘You’re just like the rest of them. I will not part with a single coin. Not one piece of it.’

Breathe in. Breathe out.

The sounds of his dragon’s wings flapping as it circled around the flagpole was the last thing you heard before his sword plunged into your chest.

Unlike you, he would not live to regret it.

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Fictober 2023 Day 23 - Prompt: "You lost it. Well, we lost it." Fandom: Baldur's Gate 3

Gale was, in actuality, far better at hiding just how bad his condition was than anyone likely thought. The ache in him was constant, maddening—he always hoped it would become something bearable, like background noise, but it never did. It only ever spiked, going from maddening to shatteringly bad with hardly any warning.

When he did quietly speak to Falerin about how he needed an item in the near future, please, he always did so with the first spike. That, he knew from experience, was usually the only warning he got, with anything from a few hours to a few days’ respite before things got truly unbearable, and it was always better to err on the side of caution. He’d pushed himself, early on, and that’s when things had been…decidedly not good.

But this time, he’d made a mistake. He’d felt the first warning stab as they explored Grymforge, but before he could tell Falerin, a wrong step on a trigger had sent the platform he and Karlach had been standing on sailing high up into the air to a scaffolding overhead. Below, Falerin tried stomping on it again, several times, before Astarion shooed him away to investigate it. They watched the vampire shake his head, then Falerin looked up.

“It’s jammed! We’re better off following the path down here!” he called up to them. “We’ll meet you down the way!”

“Unless you die!” Astarion added. “In which case, leave your bags where we can get them!”

“Astarion,” Falerin chided, giving his chest a little smack.

“What? They’ll be dead.”

“You know we can hear you, Fangs!” Karlach called down. She shook her head, hands going to her hips. “Well, looks like it’s you and me, Gale. Looks pretty clear up ahead, but we know better than that, don’t we?”

“Unfortunately, we do.” Gale grimaced, rubbing his chest. Beneath the skin, the orb pulsed painfully. Oh, this wasn’t going to be a wait-a-few-days instance, was it? “But, no choice but to press on. Lead the way.”

The scaffolding was much longer than anticipated, and they lost sight of Falerin and Astarion fairly quickly. Thankfully, it seemed clear of anything that was out to kill them, but there was no telling if their paths would actually meet.

They came to a halt over a large pool of magma, where there was a break in the scaffolding. For a moment, they stopped to assess their situation.

“I…might be able to clear that,” Karlach said, holding up two sets of blazing figures to try and figure out the angle. “Maybe if we’re quick, I could pick you up before there’s any damage done.”

“Too risky,” Gale said, shaking his head. “Not that I don’t trust you imminently, but either way looks like a fiery death. I could probably cast feather fa—” He grit his teeth at a wave of pain that clawed through his ribs, so blinding it took his breath away. It’s as though the orb was punishing him for just thinking about magic. He gripped the railing, a cold sweat dampening his skin despite the heat of the magma.

Karlach watched him with wide eyes. “Gale? You all right?” she asked.

He took a few sharp breaths, trying to swallow down the discomfort. “Just…I just need a…” An artifact, the thing in him hissed. You need an artifact. I need an artifact.

Karlach’s hands hovered for a moment, wanting to help but not wanting to burn him. “I…I’ve got one potion, if that…” She suddenly gasped. “No, it’s your…it’s your thing, isn’t it? The magic thing?” She blanched. “Are you gonna blow?”

Gale shook his head. “Not…immediately.” Probably.

Karlach fretted, looking about. “Fal’s the one that usually helps you, isn’t he? I don’t see him or Asti, and I…Oh!” She pulled off her pack, digging inside. “Hang on, just hang on a tick, Gale. Mama K’s gonna fix you right up. Found this a little while ago, just thought it was pretty, but…” She triumphantly held up a necklace. “This ought to do something, yeah?”

Gale’s entire world honed in on the necklace, magic pulsing toward him like a siren song. There was a rush in his ears, the orb in him roaring in victory at the sight of its prey, and he lunged at it with all the finesse of an addict getting their next hit.

Problem.

In his less-than-coherent state, Gale’s aim wasn’t as good as it could be. And Karlach, as everyone knew, was literally on fire. So has he went to snatch the necklace from her hand, he missed, and his hand instead slammed into her flaming hot skin. He snapped his hand back with a hiss, and in her immediate pulling back, Karlach lost her grip on the necklace. And down, down, down it went to the magma below.

Gale gaped, pain in his chest outweighing the pain in his hand, and before he could stop himself, he whirled around toward Karlach. “You lost it!” he snarled at her.

The words seemed to have been knocked right out of the tiefling, her eyes huge. She probably couldn’t make tears, not in this condition, but based on her expression, she was doing her best not to cry. Even with the orb’s threats, Gale felt his own anger subside, and he stepped back and took a shaky breath.

“Well…we lost it,” he amended quietly, cradling his burned hand.

“I-I’m so sorry, Gale,” Karlach said shakily, the full weight of what had happened in her voice. Gale shook his head, glancing over the edge of the scaffolding. If things got too bad—and maybe they would, he couldn’t say—perhaps the magma would be enough to muffle the blast. Just as he turned to tell Karlach to make the jump and run, he was met with a warhammer right in his face. Like the necklace, this pulsed with enough magic to make the thing in his chest leap in hungry anticipation.

“Take it,” Karlach said. “It’s got an enchantment.”

“Karlach, that’s your weapon,” Gale said, though he couldn’t pull his eyes from it. “I’m not going to leave you defenseless.”

“And I’m not gonna let you get…swallowed up by your orb,” she said, then nudged it toward him. She gave a weak little smile. “Besides, I’m not defenseless. I’ve got a weapon right here…” She flexed her free arm. “And another to match.”

Gale couldn’t demure anymore. He looked up at her with a whispered “Thank you,” then took the hammer and brought it up to his chest. The magic siphoned into him, and the roaring pain dulled back to its usual dull ache. The orb was sated—for now, at least.

Just as the hammer crumbled in his hands, the sound of footsteps on metal rang out. He looked up to see a figure running toward them, dark and wavy in the heat. He quickly stepped in front of Karlach.

“I’ll take care of this,” he said, then took a breath and lifted his arms. Just as he started his incantation, the figure waved its arms.

“Don’t! Don’t! Gale, it’s me!”

Gale’s arms dropped, and he nearly fell right off the scaffolding in relief as Falerin came to a halt on the other side of the gap.

“Did you find a way down?” Karlach asked, moving over to the edge.

“Yes, just a little farther down. There’s a lift—Astarion’s at the lever, so he can get us back down.”

“Aces.” Karlach grinned at Gale. “You feeling good enough to do feather fall on us?”

“Fully renewed and more than ready,” Gale said with a smile. “Still, be a little careful of your aim. I don’t want you falling slowly down below.”

“No worries there.” She waited for him to cast the spell, then started to back up to take a running leap. She paused beside him, giving him a smile.

“And thanks for being so ready to protect me,” she said, a little quieter. “Not many people think to do that for me.” She grinned. “All right, wizards first. One, two, three, go!”

After the most nerve-wracking jump of Gale’s life and the most dubious lift ride he’d ever been on (“Oh, damn, they survived,” Astarion had said with no small amount of disappointment once it came down with all three aboard. “I was hoping to get Gale’s pack.”), Falerin pulled him off to the side.

“It’s about time for you to have another item, isn’t it?” he whispered. “I have a few ready. You can…” He trailed off as Gale shook his head.

“All accounted for, but thank you.” He glanced over at Karlach, busy ribbing Astarion. “There’s a forge here, isn’t there? Let’s see if we can’t find something really nice for Karlach while we’re here.”

Fictober 2023 Drabble Master Post

[starry-nights12]

Happy Birthday, Jinx! (WIP)

Summary:Happy Birthday. When you're Jinx, there's nothing about her birth that makes her happy.

That is until a certain Firelight leader comes along to surprise her.

Tags:Mutual Pining, Angst,Hurt/Comfort, Canon Divergence

Author's Note: I had this fic idea for 4 months thinking: "Oh, well, it's June. I'm sure I'll have Chapter 1 finished by or before October." 🤡🔫💥

Until the fic is actually finished, here's a snippet of chapter 1!

*✧･ﾟ: *✧･ﾟ:

Children were squealing and chasing each other. People hollered and laughed as they zoomed on their hoverboards and chattering below.

Jinx was turning nineteen today.

Now she had no one.

Maybe except Ekko but who's to say? Not her, that's for sure.

She killed so many of his comrades. He most likely rued the day she was born and irreparably destroyed their lives.

She should have stayed in her room to sleep away this horrible day. She put her clock down on her nightstand and planned on avoiding any more to make the day go faster.

A question popped into her brain before she can stop it.

I wonder where Vi is?

Where's Vi? You know damn well where she is. She berated herself

'You're so stupid. She's with that enforcer woman, Caitlyn. They're both hunting you down.' Mylo told her.

'They won't stop until you're thrown in Stillwater. She'll let Caitlyn take her revenge before they do. Once they get rid of you they'll ride off into the sunset while you rot away.' He jeered.

Vi.

Vi

Vi

Vi

Vi

Vi

She's What You Despies.

She left you Traumatized.

She found a new Life.

SHE STABBED YOU IN THE BACK LIKE A KNIFE!

YOU DON'T NEED VI!

A SISTER ALWAYS LIES!

"Jinx?"

She shook her head and blinked back into reality. Ekko stood face to face with her on his hoverboard, her eyes met his brown ones, wide in alarm.

"Huh?"

"You're too close to the edge."

Her upper body hang off the scaffolding. She tightened the tip of the switchblade between her teeth.

"Oh." She murmured. She grabbed the platform and then sat up.

Ekko placed his hand over his heart and sighed in relief. "You scared me. I thought you were going to fall."

"Oh." She repeated lamely.

It really wasn't a big deal if she did fall. Dying on her birthday would be ironic and pretty funny anyway.

He furrowed his eyebrows and frowned at her flippant reaction. "Are you okay?"

Jinx scoffed.

Okay.

At that moment she couldn't recall ever feeling okay.

[fictionalfantasist]

Wanda x reader fanfic

Summary: Y/N is not a hero—just a stunt double, living in the shadows of others' spotlight. But when her path crosses with Wanda Maximoff’s, their worlds begin to collide in unexpected ways. Drawn together by fate, their bond deepens as they face forces neither of them fully understands. In the fight to protect what matters most, they’ll discover that when two worlds collide, the aftermath leaves nothing untouched—and everything at risk.

Chapter 2

The set had calmed down after the adrenaline of the earlier stunt, settling into that familiar lull between shots. Y/N had finished a few more takes, each one progressively more intense, but nothing they couldn't handle. They were back to their usual routine—quickly resetting, stretching out sore muscles, and keeping the atmosphere light with dry humor.

The sun had climbed higher in the sky, and the temperature on set had started to rise. But just as Y/N was about to kick back with some water and a joke for the crew, things took a turn.

They were hanging out by the edge of the lot, tucked in between two trailers, scrolling through their phone when they heard a commotion from the production tents. It wasn't the usual kind of commotion—the kind that comes with directors barking orders or a sudden camera failure. No, this had a different energy.

Curiosity piqued, Y/N slipped the phone into their pocket and made their way toward the source of the noise. As they rounded the corner, they caught sight of a huddle of crew members, all looking in the same direction, eyes wide with nervous energy.

"What's going on?" Y/N asked, their voice cutting through the murmurs.

One of the crew members turned toward them, face pale. "Something's up with the pyro rig. It's—uh—kinda glitching. The charges went off early during rehearsal, and now it's acting all—"

BOOM.

The ground shook beneath their feet, and a small but sharp explosion erupted from the set, sending a shower of sparks and debris into the air. The crew scattered like startled birds, and Y/N could feel the heat even from where they stood.

Before anyone could react, another loud crack followed, this one sounding even more intense. One of the scaffolds, weakened by the blast, started to wobble, its structure groaning under the strain.

Y/N's instincts kicked in immediately. Someone was still up there.

Without a second thought, they sprinted toward the chaos, weaving through the fleeing crew. From the corner of their eye, they saw Wanda—who had been giving an interview nearby—freeze in place, her eyes locking onto the collapsing structure with an intensity that Y/N could practically feel.

But there was no time to think about that now. As they reached the base of the scaffold, Y/N could see a grip operator clinging to one of the metal bars, his face a mask of terror. The whole structure teetered dangerously, groaning as it leaned further to one side.

Y/N didn't hesitate. With practiced precision, they scaled the scaffolding, every movement quick but controlled, despite the way it trembled beneath their weight.

"Hold on!" Y/N shouted as they reached the operator. "We're getting you down!"

The man nodded, his knuckles white as he gripped the bar. Y/N hooked an arm around the main support beam, reaching out with their free hand. "Trust me, okay? I've got you."

For a second, the operator hesitated, but then the scaffold gave another lurch, and he didn't have a choice. He reached for Y/N's hand, gripping it tightly. In one swift motion, Y/N pulled him closer, wrapping an arm around his torso before pushing off the scaffold and swinging both of them down onto a lower platform.

As soon as their feet hit solid ground, Y/N hustled him away from the structure, just as the last metal joint gave way and the entire thing collapsed in on itself with a deafening crash.

The two of them stumbled a few feet away from the wreckage, hearts pounding in sync with the fading echoes of destruction. Dust and smoke hung heavy in the air, and for a few moments, everything was eerily still.

The operator looked at Y/N, still shaken but grateful. "Th-Thank you. I don't know how—"

"No sweat," Y/N said, brushing some ash off their jacket. "Just another day at the office."

The crew had started to regather, cautiously making their way back toward the set now that the immediate danger had passed. The director was on the phone with someone higher up, already swearing about the faulty rig, while others scrambled to assess the damage.

And then there was Wanda.

She stood at the edge of the chaos, her eyes locked on Y/N like she was seeing them for the first time. Her brow furrowed slightly, and her expression held a kind of intense curiosity—almost concern—but she didn't move. Not yet.

Y/N took a breath, running a hand through their hair as they turned to make sure the operator was being taken care of. The medics had him now, and with the situation under control, Y/N figured it was time to slip back into the shadows. No need to make a big deal out of it, right?

But as Y/N began to walk away, they heard Wanda's voice behind them.

"Y/N!"

It wasn't a shout—it wasn't even loud—but it cut through the noise like a blade, and for some reason, Y/N couldn't help but turn around.

Wanda was striding toward them now, her gaze unwavering, and for the first time, Y/N felt just a hint of nervousness prickling at the back of their mind. Not that they'd let it show.

"Hey," Y/N said casually as Wanda approached, as if they hadn't just thrown themselves into a collapsing scaffold like it was no big deal. "Saw the explosion? Not bad, right?"

Wanda didn't smile, though there was a flicker of amusement in her eyes. She stopped a few feet away, crossing her arms. "You realize you could have been seriously hurt, right?"

Y/N shrugged, leaning against a nearby railing. "Eh, I've been through worse. Besides, you gotta keep things interesting on set, right?"

She raised an eyebrow, her gaze still intense. "You could've used your powers to get him down safely, you know. You didn't have to do it the hard way."

Y/N chuckled. "What can I say? I'm a bit of a traditionalist."

Wanda's expression softened, though she still looked at them like they were some kind of puzzle she couldn't quite figure out. "I don't get you," she said after a moment. "You keep throwing yourself into danger like it's just another job. Do you ever get scared?"

Y/N's smile faltered for just a second, but then it was back, just as quick. "If I told you yes, it would ruin my mysterious vibe. Can't have that."

Wanda tilted her head, a small smile finally tugging at the corners of her lips. "You're more than just mysterious, Y/N."

Before Y/N could respond, one of the producers called out to Wanda, reminding her of the interview she still had to finish. She glanced back at them, looking slightly torn before she nodded and started to walk away.

But just as she was about to leave, she turned back one more time. "By the way," she said, "I'm not done figuring you out yet."

Y/N raised an eyebrow, amused. "That sounds like a challenge."

Wanda's smile widened slightly. "Maybe it is."

With that, she turned and walked back toward the production tents, leaving Y/N standing there in the aftermath of the explosion, watching her go with a mixture of intrigue and something else—a spark of something new. Something unpredictable.

[hideawaysplace]

They peered around the back of the vehicle.

“Why are the police still here?!” Gregory barked, “You said if we wait until nightfall they would be gone!”

Lefty watched through his binoculars, “Normally they would have left by nightfall. They look like they’re guarding the sight overnight,” Lefty observed, “I’m willing to bet they won’t let us in.”

“We have to get in!” Gregory yelled with urgency, “What about Cassie?! She could be injured! If that thing is as bad as you say then she could be badly hurt!”

“We aren’t leaving her Gregory!” Vanessa shook her head, “We need a way in and the cops are guarding the only entrance.”

“Smells like that stupid Detective again.”

“Night, Larson is not stupid-” Lefty spoke.

“He is constantly interfering when we tell him not to, I understand he’s a member of the city’s police force but he needlessly puts himself in danger, he makes himself a target from these monsters, not only that but we have to protect his ass from the monsters he doesn’t fully understand. He will not let us in, so we’ll have to be a little creative with a distraction, long enough for us to run in,” Nightmarionne tapped his chin, “By chance, do you still have those confetti bombs?”

“Yes I do,” Lefty opened his satchel and passed a small rounded ball to him.

“Alright.”

“Ah- Night don’t throw it at those officers!”

“I’m not, it just needs to be close enough to attract their attention,” Nightmarionne angled it away, closing one eyes to get an idea of distance, a few moments hesitating before throwing it up high, it arced over to the side of the plex and landed, then subsequently exploded in a loud bang and bright flash of light and color.

“What the hell was that?!” The two officers immediately turned towards it, seeing a small swirl of smoke from the direction, they slowly approached the area, giving an opening window.

Nightmarionne sprinted, followed by Lefty who carried his large satchel, Glamrock Freddy who lifted up Gregory and followed behind them, and lastly Vanessa who regretted not drinking another cup of coffee.

Nightmarionne jumped up onto the scaffolding above their head, once up, Lefty jumped up, pulling himself up, Freddy held up Gregory to him, realizing it was dangerous to throw him upwards, Lefty grabbed his hands and pulled him upwards, Freddy then stayed for an extra moment to boost Vanessa up so she could grab onto the side.

He then stood there for a minute, recalling he was not good at jumping, and the platform was at least a ten foot off the ground and there was no ladder to get up.

Seeing him standing there, Lefty extended both of his hands, “Come on,” He called, “Hurry up, they’ll come back.”

Trusting him, Freddy jumped up a little and extended out both hands, Lefty immediately grabbed him and pulled him upwards, looking to the side and seeing the flash light of the policemen returning, he pulled him quickly to his feet.

“In!!” Vanessa quietly shouted, disappearing inside the big glass opening inside, Nightmarionne ducked his head to get inside, then Gregory stepped inside, Freddy followed behind quietly, then Lefty.

They were inside.

It was a different experience.

Graffiti on every wall, muddy footprints, oil stains, the pink paint peeling off the walls, the posters ripped and torn, the main neon sign above the ticket counter hanging loosely, looking like it would fall at any moment, food scraps and garbage littered on the ground, the air smelt damp and even mouldy which didn’t surprise them.

They all stepped on the broken glass, judging by the crunching below their feet, obviously the windows were broken by something or someone.

“Alright, this is your absolute last chance to turn around,” Nightmarionne spoke, drawing out his sickles from his waist and spinning them in his palms, he had already said this exact thing three previous times but his tone was much more serious than before. “This is the point of no return. If we all go ahead, we go to the end, we may have to fight our way back out, getting in is easy, getting out is harder. Lefty I know you’ll stick around, as for you three, you can still leave if you wish.”

“Cassie is my friend,” Gregory said, “This is my fault, I have to come.”

“I have a lot to make up for,” Vanessa replied, “This is how I’ll start.”

“And I’m here both for Gregory and my friends, I won’t leave,” Freddy answered.

“So that settles it,” Nightmarionne clanged his sickles together, “Time to tango with the devil,” Nightmarionne jumped down, Lefty followed behind, Freddy lifted up Gregory and jumped down, while Vanessa carefully slid down, aware she had bones and not an unbreakable endoskeleton or whatever Nightmarionne’s body was made of.

“You know our rules Lefty, watch your back, check your left and right, check behind, watch the doors, bright light is our friend, listen carefully, trust your gut, and never be alone.”

“And the final rule, watch out for our human company,” Lefty said, “Let’s go get Cassie.”

[iriequipment]

Complete Manual on Hanging Scaffold Systems or Suspended Rope Platforms for plastering

In the realm of construction and maintenance tasks, there’s a stalwart ally that stands tall, quite literally. The Suspended Rope Platform (SRP), often recognized as a gondola or working platform, has become an indispensable tool for a spectrum of vertical endeavors. Specifically, in India, these platforms have etched their place firmly in various industries, revolutionizing the way projects are undertaken.

Evolution of Rope Suspended Platforms

Initially embraced primarily by major facade contractors, the trajectory of SRPs has undergone a significant shift. Over the past three years, a seismic shift has been witnessed, with the paint industry, spanning from manufacturers to applicators, showing an avid interest. This surge in demand has propelled manufacturers of these platforms to the forefront, dominating the market for close to a decade.

The utilization of Suspended Rope Platform isn’t confined to a singular purpose. From external wall plastering, painting high-rise structures, installing glass facades to the maintenance of expansive external surfaces, the applications are diverse and extensive. Even in scenarios necessitating alterations or demolition of buildings, these platforms emerge as indispensable temporary structures.

The Rise of Rope Suspended Platforms

What sets SRPs apart is their ascendance as the preferred mode of access across construction sites. Traditionally, scaffolding held sway, but the inherent advantages of SRPs, including efficiency and versatility, have prompted their ubiquitous presence in the construction landscape.

Quality and Innovation

Platforms like the hanging rope platform hoists from Jaypee India epitomize excellence, constructed meticulously using premium materials such as stainless steel and aluminum. The emphasis on stringent quality control ensures adherence to specified durability and reliability standards, ensuring that only the finest products reach customers.

Moreover, manufacturers of SRPs have undertaken a trajectory of innovation. Varied versions of these platforms cater to diverse job site specifications. Engineers have meticulously designed these platforms, integrating multiple safety measures to mitigate the inherent risks associated with erecting and maintaining tall structures.

Safety Features and Engineering Excellence

Safety stands paramount in the realm of suspended platforms. Manufacturers have embedded an array of safety features into their products to ensure secure operations:

Rope Failure Prevention: Incorporating locks to prevent tilting due to rope failure.

Advanced Technology: Integration of sophisticated mechanical and control electronics.

Quality Wire Ropes: Utilization of high-grade steel wire ropes to guarantee robustness.

Optional Overload Sensing: Offering the option for sensing overload, further enhancing safety.

Cable Locking Angle: Ensuring a secure cable locking angle of 3–8 degrees.

Superior Suspension Systems: Technologically superior suspension systems enhancing stability.

Durability: A testament to longevity, these platforms are engineered to withstand prolonged usage without succumbing to wear and tear.

Sturdy Construction: With a solid construction, these platforms exude reliability and stability.

Energy Efficiency: Notably, the energy requirements for operating these platforms are considerably lower compared to alternative access systems.

Proficient Management and Operations

One defining aspect of the Suspended Rope Platform (SRP),landscape in India is the involvement of extensively trained professionals overseeing the operation and maintenance of these platforms. Amidst a competitive market, manufacturers differentiate themselves by providing top-tier suspended platform services. These adept specialists, well-versed in every facet of access equipment, ensure superior maintenance and repair services right on the job site. From initial setup to operationalizing the platform, these professionals handle it all with finesse and expertise.

In conclusion, the evolution of suspended rope platforms for plastering and other vertical endeavors has heralded a paradigm shift in the construction and maintenance landscape. With an emphasis on safety, innovation, and efficiency, these platforms have become the linchpin in accessing vertical spaces, promising durability, reliability, and optimal performance. As the industry continues to evolve, these platforms are poised to remain at the vanguard, catering to the ever-expanding demands of vertical construction and maintenance tasks.

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[spirestar]

@heartinhands : see + standing in the rain (medraut + xiv muse of ur choice)

Proper rain clouds are new to Lakeland. It's been over a century since they darkened the sky into the evening, since greys and blues were spread over the wide expanse above like oil paint on a canvas. The Exarch has no need for his hood, not anymore, but with the rain he's more than glad for it. Already his robes are beginning to soak through pitifully, but he promised the Scions he would look, and look he shall. As if he had to be asked to promise / As if he wouldn't promise much more.

As a round of freshly relieved guards head toward the Crystarium proper, the Exarch lifts his skirts to meet them, one crystalline arm raised in greeting. "Has anyone seen--?" Yes, says a mystel he knows is called Yasha-Hann, and when they nod toward the Rookery and the stilted walkways near it that's all he needs to know. He bids them farewell with a similar wave and is off again, the staff on his back smacking at his ankles with how haphazardly he's tied it in place.

Of course she's here; It's the only place with a good view of Lakeland that isn't in Lakeland and about as far as one can go to get away from the crowds of the city itself. With the weather, though, he has to walk carefully up the metal scaffolding to find Medraut stood at the end of the platform, her hair plastered to her cheeks, soaked to the skin. The Exarch is beginning to feel the same, though, and another breeze of cold wind blows water onto his face. So, though there's a greeting on his lips, polite and uncertain still, his body opts for a sneeze in its place. At least he won't frighten himself into not saying anything at all.

He awkwardly squeezes out, "Ah, e-enjoying the weather?" after he rubs at his nose for a moment. His tail is hanging low, waterlogged, and the cold makes his face go just a little red. The cold. Another stream of water drips from his hood and he begins to regret ever wearing the damned thing again. Really he hadn't considered the consequences, it's been so long since a time he could even think to remove it to begin with! In a jolt, the Exarch lifts his hands to hug them around his arms. Only the flesh one is actually cold. "Seems to be no end of it in sight!"

[anndoeshorror]

Fall

You know that meta-horror movie trope where the viewer is watching a particularly scary or gory movie and they have to put their hands over their eyes and peak out at the screen through the tiny gap between their fingers? Yeah, that was me with this movie. 

I don’t have a fear of heights, per se. I’m fine with flying. I’ve been parasailing a bunch of times and love it. Roller coasters don’t phase me. The only time I’m bothered by elevators in tall buildings is when they’re overcrowded. I don’t know if there’s a word for it, but tall, open air, structures? Bridges? Those window cleaning scaffolds on skyscrapers? And this fucking broadcast tower in the movie Fall? Yeah, if there’s a name for fear of those things, I have it. Thosethingsphobia. 

So that said, I knew going into this movie that it was going to make me pretty uncomfortable. It’s hard to classify this movie- it’s mostly thriller/suspense, but it has horror elements enough that I think I can say that it belongs on this blog. 

Fall is pretty minimal, and I love that about it. Most of the film is limited to two characters, friends Becky and Hunter, and one location, a tiny platform 2000 feet in the air. Becky, who watched her husband die in a rock climbing accident a year earlier, is struggling to move on with her life. Hunter, who was also witness to the accident, shows up as the one year anniversary nears, to try to snap Becky out of her depression and regain her love of life (and of climbing tall things, apparently). Hunter’s fab idea? A rusty, decades old TV tower in the middle of nowhere. What could go wrong?

The team make it up the tower, and we have some really stunning (and anxiety inducing) cinematography. We also have some ominous close ups on rattling nuts and bolts that affix the ladder they’re climbing to the tower. After some daring selfie stunts, they embark on their climb back down, only to have 200 feet of ladder disconnect from the tower and fall away. With no way down, the two women make multiple unsuccessful attempts to signal for help from their tiny 2000 foot perch. With no phone signal at the top, Hunter tries to draft an instagram plea for help, stuffs her phone in her shoe for protection, and then tosses it off the platform in the hope that it will pick up a cellular signal on the way down and her message will get out. 24 hours later with no rescuers, they realize their plan was unsuccessful. As the days pass, the situation becomes more dire and their attempts more desperate. More details and spoilers under the cut!

Entertaining: 8/10

Scary: 11/10 if you have a fear of heights/tall structures/falling/etc, otherwise 2/10.

Gory: 2/10

Common triggers: heights, falling, tall structures, implied suicidal ideation, mild gore, dive-bombing birds of prey

There’s quite a bit of suspension of disbelief that you need to employ while watching this, but as horror fans, I think we're used to that and I didn’t mind at all. Amid all the climbing, jumping, hanging on for dear life, and stunning physical feats, the most unbelievable thing for me was that Becky’s phone battery remained charged throughout the whole ordeal. Several days of checking for a signal, using the flashlight, and reminiscing while watching old videos saved to her phone. I’m willing to wave away this and other “plot holes”, given the ridiculous premise we started out with. I’m here for scares, not realism.

The biggest twist, and one that I truly did not see coming, is that Hunter dies about 2/3 through the movie. After repelling down on their 50 foot rope to grab their backpack of supplies that has been resting on a small satellite dish below them, Hunter slips while climbing back up. She somehow miraculously manages to grab hold of the backpack (still attached to the rope), and Becky is able to pull her back up to the platform. Or so we think. 

They share the water from the bag, and pull out Hunter’s drone that they attach a note to and try to fly down to the road below for help. The drone plan fails, and they’re left with Becky’s phone as the only possible way to contact someone. She decides to try one more time to toss a phone off the tower, hoping an unsent text to her dad will finally send on the way down. She asks Hunter for her other shoe, but Hunter replies that she can’t give it to her. Because it’s not on the platform, is it? It’s down there on the satellite dish, with Hunter’s dead body. It has been since she slipped and cracked her skull retrieving the backpack. 

 So Becky’s alone, hallucinating, being stalked by a vulture, and all but given up. Will Becky find her strength, have her alpha predator moment, and get herself rescued? I mean of course, that’s the whole point here. She’s got to get over her dead, cheating husband (oh, Hunter had an affair with Becky’s husband, lmao) and move on with her life stronger and more traumatized than ever. Hashtag Goals, am I right?

This movie was ridiculous and about 20 minutes too long, but it was also visually stunning and very specifically terrifying (for me) so all in all, I liked it. I’d recommend watching unless you have a severe phobia of heights, or on the flip side, you find heights dull and boring. 

Interesting tidbit: the movie is PG-13, it got this rating by replacing the word “fuck”, originally said like over 30 times, by using digital deepfake editing. I did find it dumb that a person in that situation would say “freaking” when clearly a “fucking” was warranted, but they ended up sneaking in one or two anyway. 

Fall was directed and co-written by Scott Mann and Jonathan Frank, it was filmed in 2022 in the Shadow Mountains of California's Mojave Desert.

[scaffolding-rent]

Choosing the Right Scaffolding — Translite Scaffolding

When it comes to construction or maintenance projects, choosing the right scaffolding is crucial for ensuring safety, efficiency, and productivity. Scaffolding is the temporary structure used by workers to access heights safely while completing various tasks like painting, construction, or repairs. Whether you’re handling a small home renovation or a large commercial project, selecting the right scaffolding can make all the difference.

In this guide, we’ll help you understand the factors to consider when choosing scaffolding, including the advantages of Scaffolding On Rent. If you’re looking for quality scaffolding solutions, Translite Scaffolding offers a range of options tailored to your needs.

What is Scaffolding and Why is It Important?

Scaffolding is an essential part of any construction project. It provides support for workers, tools, and materials, ensuring that tasks at height can be completed safely and efficiently. Without proper scaffolding, workers are at risk of falling, which can lead to serious injuries or delays in the project.

There are various types of scaffolding available, each designed for specific needs. The key is to understand which type works best for your specific project, ensuring both safety and cost-effectiveness.

Types of Scaffolding

There are several types of scaffolding, and each serves a particular purpose. Here are the most common ones:

Tube and Clamp Scaffolding

This is the most versatile type of scaffolding, made of steel tubes connected by clamps. It can be used for various construction and maintenance activities. It is suitable for projects that require custom design and flexibility.

Frame Scaffolding

Frame scaffolding is one of the most widely used systems for light to medium-duty work. It consists of vertical frames and horizontal braces. It is quick to assemble and offers a stable platform for workers.

Mobile Scaffolding

As the name suggests, mobile scaffolding is mounted on wheels, making it easy to move from one place to another. This type is perfect for smaller tasks, such as painting or electrical work, where mobility is key.

Cantilever Scaffolding

Cantilever scaffolding is used when there is no space for standard scaffolding. This system projects out from the building, providing a stable work platform even when the ground below is not accessible.

Suspended Scaffolding

Suspended scaffolding is ideal for high-rise buildings or structures. It hangs from ropes or cables and can be raised or lowered as needed. It is often used for exterior cleaning, painting, or window installation.

How to Choose the Right Scaffolding for Your Project

Selecting the appropriate scaffolding depends on several factors, including the nature of the project, the height involved, the terrain, and your budget. Here are a few key points to consider:

Project Scope and Type

If you’re undertaking a simple, short-term project, a lightweight option like frame scaffolding or mobile scaffolding could be ideal. For larger construction projects or projects that require more custom configurations, tube and clamp scaffolding may be a better choice.

Height and Reach

The height at which the work will be performed is another important factor. If you’re working on a single-story building, you may not need as much scaffolding as someone working on a high-rise construction site. Make sure the scaffolding you choose can safely support the required height.

Safety and Stability

Safety should always be your top priority. Ensure the scaffolding is made from high-quality, durable materials and has proper safety features, such as guardrails and secure footing. For more complex projects, consider scaffolding systems that are certified for extra safety.

Budget and Cost

While scaffolding can be expensive, it’s important to view it as an investment in safety and productivity. Instead of purchasing scaffolding, you may want to consider Scaffolding On Rent to save costs, especially if the project is short-term.

Environment and Terrain

The type of ground the scaffolding will be placed on plays a critical role. For unstable or uneven ground, scaffolding with adjustable legs or a cantilever system might be necessary to provide stability.

Duration of Use

If your project will take weeks or months, investing in scaffolding might make sense. However, for short-term projects or one-time tasks, Scaffolding On Rent can be a more cost-effective solution. Renting gives you access to high-quality scaffolding without the upfront cost of purchasing.

Why Choose Scaffolding On Rent?

Opting for Scaffolding On Rent is an increasingly popular choice for many businesses and contractors, especially in a country like India, where costs need to be managed carefully. Here’s why:

Cost-Effectiveness

Renting scaffolding is far less expensive than purchasing it, especially if you’re only going to need it for a short period. Whether it’s a small residential project or a larger commercial construction, renting lets you avoid the high upfront cost.

No Storage Worries

Storing scaffolding can be a challenge, especially if you’re working on multiple projects. With rental scaffolding, you don’t have to worry about where to store large scaffolding materials once the project is over.

Maintenance-Free

When you rent scaffolding, you also avoid the responsibility of maintaining it. Rental companies like Translite Scaffolding ensure that the scaffolding is in top condition, properly cleaned, and ready for use, so you don’t have to worry about maintenance or repair costs.

Flexible Options

Renting scaffolding allows you to choose the exact type and quantity you need for your project. This flexibility is particularly valuable for projects that might require changing scaffolding setups or configurations.

No Long-Term Commitment

Rental scaffolding works well for contractors or businesses that don’t want to be tied down to the long-term commitment of owning scaffolding. You can rent exactly what you need and return it once the job is done.

Translite Scaffolding: Your Trusted Partner in Scaffolding On Rent

When it comes to reliable and safe scaffolding solutions, Translite Scaffolding is one of the leading providers in the industry. Offering a variety of scaffolding types, Translite Scaffolding ensures that you have access to high-quality equipment tailored to your specific project requirements. Whether you need Scaffolding On Rent for a small residential renovation or a large commercial construction, Translite provides flexible rental options that save you both time and money.

Translite Scaffolding offers expert guidance to help you select the most suitable scaffolding system based on your needs, ensuring that your project runs smoothly and safely. With their extensive inventory and commitment to safety and quality, you can be confident that you’re in good hands.

Conclusion

Choosing the right scaffolding is an essential part of any construction or renovation project. The type of scaffolding you select depends on various factors like the nature of the work, the height involved, and the terrain. Whether you decide to purchase scaffolding or opt for Scaffolding On Rent, it’s important to prioritize safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

With companies like Translite Scaffolding offering affordable rental options and expert advice, you can ensure that your project stays on track, without breaking the bank. Make sure to carefully assess your needs and choose the scaffolding that best suits your requirements.

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Scaffolding is a temporary structure used in construction and maintenance to support workers and materials at various heights. It provides a safe working platform and access to hard-to-reach areas. Here are some key aspects of scaffolding:

Types of Scaffolding:

Frame Scaffolding: Made of pre-fabricated frames that are easy to assemble.

Mobile Scaffolding: Equipped with wheels for easy movement; ideal for tasks requiring mobility.

System Scaffolding: A modular system that uses interlocking components for quick assembly.

Suspended Scaffolding: Hangs from a roof or other structure, often used for high-rise buildings.

Rolling Scaffolding: Similar to mobile scaffolding but designed to be moved while occupied.

Key Components:

Standards: Vertical poles that provide support.

Ledgers: Horizontal supports connecting the standards.

Braces: Diagonal supports to stabilize the structure.

Decking: Platforms for workers to stand on, usually made from plywood or metal.

Safety Considerations:

Use guardrails and toeboards to prevent falls.

Ensure the structure is properly assembled and inspected.

Follow load capacity guidelines to avoid overloading.

Applications:

Scaffolding is used in a variety of settings, including residential and commercial construction, painting, window cleaning, and maintenance work.

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