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parasolladyansy · 2 days ago
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Hello, I hope you’re having a wonderful day/afternoon/night! I love your art style. It’s so cute >w<
Could you give any tips for beginner artists both in drawing for characters and Pokemon?
Hi-ho! I can try ouo;
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⬆️ Made in 2010 - the oldest Pokémon drawing I have on file (though I have much older ones on paper!)
First tip I’d say is to practice! ✍🏻
I’ve been drawing since I was very little, & that included Pokémon fanart. There was a point where I was drawing every single day for years - I have all these journals where instead of writing through my thoughts & feelings, I just filled it to the brim with drawings & even little comics!
They don’t need to be perfect, or better than anyone’s - they just have to be yours. 🩵
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⬆️ Made in 2016 - I started trying for a softer look with a lighter, blue line-art instead of the thick black one.
Getting into the more technical art stuff I learned in college, drawing just about anything becomes easier when we break them down into shapes.
Humans, Pokémon, or even shadows, ripples, & water patterns can be broken down into basic shapes that you build up with added details. Like here: we can see circles, ovals, semi-circles, & all kinds of angular shapes.
Take a look at the Pokédex, & try seeing the different shapes that make up each Pokémon. Even the most complex Pokémon in the ‘dex becomes less daunting when we break them down into manageable shapes. Same for human characters.
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⬆️ Made in 2023 - from Sword x Shield
Another (less technical) tip I have is study other artists you like to help you find your style!
When I made the step to go line-less, I took a lot from my love for Impressionism (eg. Monet), & was also very much inspired by K. O’Neil’s Tea Dragon books, especially in Sword x Shield.
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I think it’s safe to say just about every single artist to pick up a pencil was influenced by someone. The “father of manga” himself, Osamu Tezuka, was inspired by early Disney animations - if you look closely, you can see it in his earlier work. It goes both ways, as we see Disney emulate Tezuka (to the point of plagiarism >_> Lion King)
On that note, try not to feel bad if your style starts off looking too much like the original artist’s - I think that’s natural. After all, we artists emulate what we see, what we like, & how we see those things.
What matters is building on it, finding those personal touches to make it yours. ^_^ Like with Pokémon, you can go by the original art Ken Sugimori & the other official artists, or take your own spin on it (exaggerate features, play with color, etc).
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⬆️ Made in 2024 - a little less than a year ago & I already draw Sora a little differently!
I think art is a journey, & you can only stand to improve over time & practice. I’m still refining my work, & sometimes that means crumpling it up & starting again.
Maybe the most important tip I have is: don’t give up.
There were a lot of people who wanted me to quit drawing. I’ve had my doodle ripped up by a teacher, told I wouldn’t amount to anything, told that no matter what I did someone will always be better than me.
Even through all that, I never gave it up, because it’s something I love. I could happily draw all day (though sometimes I have slow periods, like where I’m at right now), & drawing helped me get through the darkest times as well as celebrate when things were good. ^_^
So don’t give up. Take breaks if you need it, but don’t give up if it’s something you love & gives you life. 🩵
Ha…I realize that’s probably a lot deeper than what you meant to ask. I said I’d “try” lol 😂 I hope this helps you all the same 😅
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crescencestudio · 2 days ago
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๋࣭⭑ Devlog #47 | 4.26.25 ๋࣭⭑
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no bc we r actually so back brothers ive got FOOD TODAY
We are ALIVEEEEE AND BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER ((FR THIS TIME!!!).
Before we get into actual updates, I wanted to give context on where my life's been at basically the past year. As many of you know, I got my PhD last December (YEAAAA) which meant for the second half of 2024, I was literally in a cave crunching my dissertation. Now, many people (including me) thought after I finished my dissertation, I'd be a lot freer for Alaris stuff. But since this year started, I've been completely preoccupied with some personal matters which kept me from working on Alaris as much as I wanted to.
While the personal matters aren't anything anyone has to be worried about, they did take up A Lot of my time, and I'm really happy to say that I am officially free from those obligations too!!! Meaning for the first time in literally a year, I am NOT drowning. And that time has already been used Very Fruitfully heh....heh....heh.....
WANNA SEE???
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Writing has been on a bit of a stall, and the main reason why is something I'll talk about in the Miscellaneous section! But it's nothing to worry about since it's because I want to focus on other parts of the game right now. With almost all of the routes finished, I've noticed that the writing pace I've maintained has resulted in the art and programming aspects to fall a bit behind where I want those parts of game dev to be.
So recently, I've focused more attention on the art and programming components rather than writing. That being said, writing still makes slow but steady progress! Kuna'a's development edits continue to progress, and Etza's route is about to be sent to line editing, which is the last stage of editing for my writing process. This means once Etza's line edits are finished, the four Central routes will be COMPLETELY FINISHED!! Exciting right!!!!
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For art, I can't actually show very many sneak peeks since it's mostly been CGs and character design commissions heh. But I am willing to give a slight sneak peeks of these character designs in these two beta screenshots
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Sickest character designs by @saffein-e
While these sneak peeks don't represent the final character sprites, they are the OG designs created by bestie Saf. And even from the designs alone, the characters are stunning additions to the cast! I can't wait to draw them in my own style and hopefully do Saf's amazing work justice 💖💖💖 In these screenshots too, you can see some of the newer BGs and hints of overlays that we've added to the game to heighten the visual effects hehe.
I've also been working on CGs for Etza's route and am happy to say our CG count is currently at 26 completed CGs (5 sketched ones) out of 54! Now that I'm making an active effort to Lock in on the art assets, I'm hoping CG and sprite development picks up a bit in the coming months ^^
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And finally... for the most exciting news!!!!!
ETZA'S BETA WILL BE OUT MONDAY!!!!
We have finally moved forward on the beta build front, and beta testers will finally get to play Etza's beta! Since I haven't shown much in-game screenshots from the betas in past devlogs, and you all patiently still read them, I thought this month would be a nice time to update you all on how things are looking in Alaris beta land.
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In this beta, you obviously get to woo our neighborhood angel
Since it's been a while, this is a reminder of what the game looks like (LMFLSOA). I know for me it's been a while and honestly I forgot how proud I am of the art assets :') I love how everything has come together and how it looks in the game <3
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Of course, Important Choices and fun cast dynamics are a few of our Favorite Things
Between the messaging interface, the chapter card, the phone call overlays, and many more little effects and stuff, I forgot how many assets are in this thing. Being able to code Etza's beta has been an amazing reminder of how much work I've put into Alaris over the years ^^
Which brings me to exciting news!!!! I will make the official announcement separately at a later time, but as a reward for people who actually read these things, you're the first to know. With Etza's beta coming out soon, that means the four Central routes will have finished beta testing. And with where things are at, I've made the official decision that...
Alaris will enter Early Access for the First Four Routes!!!
I don't have an exact date for when this will release since it largely depends on how quickly I can art. But I'd like to aim for a tentative Q3 release for the Early Access Build! More details will come when I make the official announcement, but it is extremely exciting to have reached a point where I can even put this out there to people!!!
I hope you all are excited, and I want to thank everyone who has been on this journey with me whether it's as a recent or long time fan!!
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Finally, I haven't really had time for market research since I've been in the "Returning the Game Dev" trenches. But I do have other exciting news that I'll make yet another official announcement on later.
Aside from the new Alaris beta, I've also had another small side project I've been working on with some friends (very chill-like) over the past couple of months. It'll be the first Crescence Dark Fantasy entry in my collection of games, and it's definitely a different vibe from what I've put out so far.
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Where They Wait will be a new game submitted to Ossan Jam with elements of horror, fantasy, and dark romance :3c I'm so grateful to the team I've worked with and all the work they've put into our little shared baby, and I can't wait for you all to play it! This will also be coming out WELL, Monday too LMAFLIDJLIFJ.
As you can see, we've been hard at work behind the curtain. Since I last talked to you all, we've made a lot of nice headway on the different projects I've had on my plate, and I'm excited to feel like we're hitting our stride on so many things!!!!
Until next time we talk, which will be Very Soon with all our exciting announcements coming up. Thank you as always for being patient with me and supporting me!
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paracosm-draw · 12 hours ago
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First of all, I love your art and writing so much (currently obsessing over you slave!anakin au)!
For the kiss prompt thing, I would like to ask for the one given before one of them leaves for something dangerous cause I’m an angst junky 👉🏻👈🏻
Absolutely no pressure to fulfill tho!
I'm such a slow writer but I promise you I will fulfill all the prompts I received eventually 😇
Here's another one ! You wanted angst, peach ? I'll give you angst 😌 Hope you enjoy 💕
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“I don’t like that you're going alone.”
Obi-Wan looks away from where he's adjusting his utility belt, meeting Anakin’s thunderous eyes through the mirror in front of him.
His boy stands in the middle of their shared quarters, arms tightly crossed against his chest, a scowl on his face that didn’t leave since the Council assigned Obi-Wan his next imminent mission. Imminent as in he's already running out of time if they’re gonna have another argument.
“I think I understood the first twelve times.”
Anakin’s scowl deepens. His presence in the Force is like a hurricane ; violent, unpredictable and dangerous. Not for Obi-Wan, but for anyone who decided to take him away from Anakin and to send him alone on a negotiation mission on a planet reputed for his absence of laws and his criminality rate higher than Master Yoda’s midichlorian count.
“This is not a joke to me, Obi-Wan. That mission is bantha shit, the Council should know better. I'm not letting their stupidity risk your life-”
“Watch your tone.” Obi-Wan snaps, turning around to confront him. It’s been a day, and Anakin is on a loop. He will not listen to another insulting and pointless speech. “Use some respect when you talk about the Council. Should I remind you that I'm still part of it ? Are you calling me stupid as well ?”
Anakin glares at him but has the wisdom not to talk back. Obi-Wan can see the way his jaw works, teeth grinding so hard it looks painful, even from there. His mechanic hand spasms in a fist against his ribs, the line of his shoulders drawn in a tense line. He's angry but again, this isn’t something Obi-Wan is afraid of. It’s rather usual, in fact. The first emotion that comes to Anakin when he doesn't know how to deal with the other ones ; frustration, anxiety, fear. It’s easier that way, for him. Except Obi-Wan is tired of suffering the consequences of his constant fury.
“That’s not what I meant.” Anakin mutters finally. His hand uncurls to hold his side and Obi-Wan can briefly witness the vulnerability flashing on his face. It makes his guts tighten painfully.
“I know.” He sighs.
Picking his lightsaber from the table between them, he clips it to his belt before walking to Anakin. The boy looks at him, still angry but unsure, searching for something on his face Obi-Wan isn’t sure he has the answer to.
“Look.” He says calmly, resting a hand on Anakin's forearm. He can almost feel the tension running under his skin. “Your presence is required somewhere else and is essential there. The Council can’t afford to send us both on the same missions all the time, you know that.”
Anakin frowns and looks away, but he nods curly. Of course he knows that, but it doesn't mean he agrees with it.
“I’m gonna be alright.” Obi-Wan assures, because this is the heart of the problem. “I promise you.”
“You can’t be sure.” Anakin replies stubbornly. “If I was there to have your back-”
“Yes, but you can't.” Obi-Wan interrupts him, not unkindly but firmly. “It’s been decided and you can’t change it. Now, this conversation is over. I need to meet my troops at the hangar bay.”
“Fine.” Anakin spits and steps away from him, refusing to meet his eyes. The anger is back, suffocating in the Force. When he talks his voice is dripping with it, cold and impersonal. “May the Force be with you, Obi-Wan.”
It hits Obi-Wan in the chest with the surgical precision of a stab wound. This is not how they part, and Anakin knows it. They never, never fly away from each other in anger or in sorrow. It’s a rule, and Anakin just threw it at Obi-Wan’s feet.
Obi-Wan knows that it's Anakin’s way of playing his last card. It doesn’t make it right. It doesn’t make it okay. Obi-Wan won’t fold. He can't. So he orders the pieces of his heart to hold together for a while longer and opens his mouth to say something. Anything. A peace offering, a plea. Anakin turns his back to him. He might have slapped him the face it would have been less painful.
“If this is how you want to do it…” He murmurs, grabbing his robe on the back of a chair and turning to the door. “Goodbye, Anakin.”
There’s a part of him that wants to turn back as soon as he crosses the threshold of their quarters, to snuggle into Anakin's arms and to beg him not to let him go without a word. But the other one, the one that's hurt and disappointed, the one that struggles to put boundaries in their relationship, reminds him he's doing the right thing by not giving in to all his demands, especially when they're unjustified by honor or duty.
The short walk to the hangar bay doesn’t allow him much time to put his heart in check and to conceal the sadness simmering behind his features. It’s always harder when it’s Anakin who’s the cause of it. Balance, which is inherent to the Jedi life, is such a fragile thing to maintain when feelings are involved.
This is why attachment is forbidden. He thinks bitterly as he steps into the hangar.
The moment he meets his Commander, his polished mask of Jedi Master and General of the GAR is back on. He can’t afford to think about Anakin with what’s at stake.
He closes his side of the bond and focuses on the debrief. He’s not going alone, despite what Anakin says. He’s going with a bunch of his best men, in case he needs someone to have his back if things get ugly. And he’s going with Cody, who he trusts with his life.
He'll be alone for the negotiations, that’s right. But who’s trying to negotiate peace treaties with a garrison on their back ? His troop will wait in the ship, ready to intervene only if he feels the need to. That exact part was the one Anakin disapproved of.
Closing his eyes for a brief moment, Obi-Wan takes a breath and gives the first flickers of emotions bubbling in his chest to the Force. He doesn’t want to think about Anakin right now. But it seems to be proving more difficult than expected.
“Everything’s alright, General ?” Cody asks next to him, lifting his eyes from the datapad he's holding to give Obi-Wan a questioning look.
He’s a perceptive man, Cody. Obi-Wan appreciates him for it. He forces a light smile on his lips and nods.
“Yes, thank you Commander. Let’s not waste more time, I’d rather wrap this as soon as possible.”
“Of course, Sir.” Cody gives him an hesitant look. He opens his mouth before deciding against it and turns away, gesturing to his men to move along.
Obi-Wan watches as the troop embarks into the mouth of the ship, feeling strangely out of his body. For all he wants to get this done, there’s something stronger compelling his feet to stillness. He doesn’t like to leave like this, with a weight pressing down on his stomach. What- What if Anakin's right ? What if something happens to him and the last memory Anakin keeps is of them being angry at each other ? The thought makes him sick. This is not something he wants and he's pretty sure this is not something Anakin wants either and still, they’re both too proud to admit it. Anakin prefers to hide behind his anger and Obi-Wan… Obi-Wan drapes himself in a false sense of duty as he marches to the ship. He’s a Jedi, first and foremost. Duty will always come first, alw-
“Obi-Wan !”
The exclamation echoes through the hangar bay the moment the sole of his boot presses against the ramp of the ship. His heart misses a beat.
“Obi-Wan, wait ! Wait-”
He turns around, just in time for Anakin to join him, grab him by the shoulders and crash their lips together with such strength he would have tripped down if the boy hadn’t pulled him in a secure embrace.
He lets out a surprised gasp as Anakin presses a million kisses against his mouth, frantic and out of breath.
“I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I’m sorry. Forgive me. I don't want to let you leave like this. Please-”
He’s shaking so bad Obi-Wan has to gently slip his arms out of his grip to cup his face between his hands. He doesn't even think before speaking.
“I forgive you.” Of course he does. In spite of everything, Anakin will always stay his sweetest weakness.
He doesn't have time to elaborate because Anakin is once again chasing after his mouth, and Obi-Wan never really learned how to deny him anything. He kisses him back, grabbing the curls at the base of his skull and pulling him closer. Anakin's arms move to tighten around his waist until there’s no space left between them. Until there’s only closeness and comfort and the maelstrom of unsaid things hanging above their heads.
Anakin kisses him like it’s the last time, with the ardor of a man in love - or in despair. He holds him like he never wants to let him go, and Obi-Wan believes that’s probably the case. For a while he lets himself be held, be loved and comforted. It eases something in his chest, to know that Anakin decided to overcome his pride because he couldn't bear the idea of letting him leave like that. To hear him apologize. Their relationship is not easy and never was, but they're slowly getting there.
“I have to go, love.” He eventually murmurs gently against Anakin’s lips. The hold on his waist tightens slightly.
“You come back to me, alright ?”
“Of course.” Obi-Wan softly kisses his brow, fingers resting against the back of his neck.
“In one piece.” Anakin precises, moving slightly to embrace Obi-Wan completely, holding him tight against his chest.
“You’re the one to talk.” Obi-Wan chuckles. He rests his head on Anakin’s shoulder and presses his palm against his heart, allowing himself a tiny minute. “I promise you.”
“You better.” Anakin mutters against his hair. “Or I come pick you up myself, the Council be damned.”
“Oh, I'm sure.” Obi-Wan smiles. He feels lighter. Ready to leave.
He counts another three heartbeats before he pulls away from Anakin’s warmth. His boy looks sad and worried. He gently smoothes the crease between his eyebrows with his thumb and gives him a last, sweet kiss on the lips. There are some cheers behind them, on the ship. He tries to ignore them but the blush spreading on his cheeks betrays him.
“Wait for me, alright ?” He asks with a brush of his fingers against Anakin's jaw.
Anakin nods, taking his hand in his own and bringing it to his mouth where he places a kiss on his knuckles.
“Come back quickly.”
“Will do.” Obi-Wan promises before stepping away and onto the ramp. There are some words stuck in his throat, there, just at the base of his tongue…
He's on the platform of the ship when Anakin's voice rises once more.
“Obi-Wan ?”
Obi-Wan turns to him one last time. The engines are already running, the sound of them filling in the room with a deep noise. Anakin talks quietly but Obi-Wan hears him clear as day, above the engines as well as in their bond.
“I love you.”
Obi-Wan’s heart stutters in his chest.
The ship starts to buzz with the strength of the engines pulling it from the ground. The words are here, so close. They move from the back of his throat to the tip of his tongue.
“So do I.”
And he knows Anakin heard him when the doors close on his smile.
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dragonnarrative-writes · 1 day ago
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Feeding your favorite artist's or writer's work into any form of gen ai feels profoundly sad to me. It's like... Taking popcorn we've popped to share with anyone who wants some, carrying a sack of it outside of the room, and feeding it through a machine that produces... stale, slightly damp popcorn. And all of the reasons given are things like "I couldn't wait for the next part" or "I don't know how to write myself" or "I don't want other people involved in my fandom experience, I just want this template."
Do you really dislike us that much? Are we so bad and scary?
Every author that I've ever spoken to by saying "hey, I really love this aspect of your work," has been really kind and excited to talk to me about it. So many people here dedicate hours at a time to talk about their head cannons and play in the sandbox with anyone who bothers to answer a question, via text and art and audio. Not everyone can, but it's fun when we do. And every single one of them would love to talk about their process, how they got to where they are, and any resources or exercises they use.
Is it that you don't believe we don't deserve the time we need to make something we like enough to share it? We should give you content no matter what, on your schedule?
I don't have time to write as often as I would like because I work a very stressful job, and the mental toll can sometimes be... a lot. When I force myself to try to make anything in that condition, I end up with something I don't like. It takes time to get in the right mindset. And then it takes time to actually put the words down - even if I'm not editing much, I only write at about 20hsh words a minute. My boyfriend writes 2 thousand of words in a good day, but when each chapter is 3k+ words that is still more than a day of writing. The author's giving you 17, 18k words per update? They're amazing, and still people. We're not machines, literally, so... Let us have the time?
I think most people who use gen ai would say "no, that's not it!" But I think if that's you, you should ask yourself if you ever actually thought to ask yourself those questions.
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mystycalypso · 3 days ago
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do u ever pray u lived in an au where the show wasnt cancelled.... i wish theyd made season 3 according to their original plans then just went on hiatus until that company merger or w/e was done n they had money for s4 </3
Okay so, I was going to draw some- very fruity Laserblast art ngl, but this ask hit me enough I sat down, and opened my laptop to write a real response. I've also got the series on in the background. I started episode 1 when I began typing, and we'll see how far I am in the series before I finish typing it.
First of all, I love using au to refer to real life, honestly better than various timelines. And secondly
Absolutely. Every day of my life. Every time I draw one of the characters, or see fanart, or hear the VAs or- anything. Because- I'm insanely hyperfixated on this show. A disgusting amount, unhealthily. It's not normal lol.
And I do constantly think about what could have been, I mean, after all once again my favorite character is Laserblast of all things. Not Venomous, Laserblast. The version of that man that has like five minutes of screen time and no canon first name. So much so that when on the Saberspark Q&A when he came up in a question for quote "Me and the three other Laserblast fans" I cheered out loud, alone, in my apartment. I would have killed to not have to pull at removing his mask myself and Ian's one tweet calling him a himbo to show people characterization.
And honestly the wiki makes it all worse, in a loving way. What do you mean we were going to get multiple sitcom comfy style episodes where K.O. spends the weekend with his dad? I could've had more proof that Venomous isn't an abusive dad, just an unskilled and undisciplined one? I COULD'VE HAD AN EASIER TIME SEPERATING HIM AND SHADOWY TO OTHERS?!
And sure, I constantly wish that somehow someway I'll wake up and Ian will have announced the movie, the Hue Troop spin off, post finale storylines, the works.
But, on the other hand, here's why I'm grateful for what we did end up getting (this will probably be the longer section, sorrey)
tldwr (Too long don't wanna read): Cartoon Network is dead and pathetic and I don't wish that suffering upon this wonderful show.
So, something you guys can also notice from Ian's posts and the wiki, and just from what the cartoon industry is like in general, that getting what you want out of your series, storyline and representation wise and all that is actually pulling teeth.
For an example of later episodes, things like a seemingly Radmond episode getting changed to rad and mikayla. Or Voxman having to be pretty heavily censored (although I'm proud of the subtext they managed so heavily) which is partially because, and this isn't to take away from wlw rep and how hard it is to get on air, but is more difficult to get outright mlm representation simply because- it's harder to censor.
After all, it's much easier to pull a "they're just close friends!" Thing for two fem presenting characters, than it is for two masc ones. It sucks and they shouldn't have to be censored across different countries at all, but it's just- how it is.
Which is why, realistically, as cool as the movie centering around a voxman wedding would be incredible, I don't think it would've made it past S&P. Not to mention, even if it somehow did, It'd either suffer the fate of being a TV movie, getting limited as hell views, OR best worst case scenario, a box office release which would get hate bombed by people for it's- everything. Because people suck. I mean, even not counting homophobic people there's a disturbingly high chunk of this fandom that hates Voxman- because... *checks wiki* Oh yeah, "Evil people not being perfect good guys = bad representation"
Also, cartoon network was- already starting to die by now, with less funding each year in the first place. Meaning we don't know if it getting that funding was even an option as time went on. And the idea of getting a longer season three, with the reveal being drawn out another season like they wanted, and then potentially never getting closure on- any of it? That's horrible even to think about.
Sure, the entirety of season 3 was rushed as hell. And I cry about all the missing stuff we'll probably never get, because well there's not even a cartoon network building to make this stuff in anymore, I'm glad that we have a finished storyline and understanding of where arcs would've gone to fill in things ourselves. I mean, getting to look into and imagine all the things we didn't get to see is much more fun than theorizing on an unfinished story.
So, yeah, I do wish that somehow, someway, we will get more someday. I'm at least glad we got a finished storyline and an ending that, while rushed, is still one of my favorites. I love let's fight to the end so much, I love how much I hate shadowy figure, and I love that I can be here making content for you guys!
Well look at that, it only took me seven episodes to write this whole thing, and I get to end this rant knowing Raymond was on screen. That's cool.
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frankenfran · 2 days ago
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sometimes the ephemeral nature of cooking can make me feel a bit... listless? maybe? today i was on my feet almost all day cooking and prepping and cleaning dishes. i made us a pork shoulder noodle soup for lunch with the leftovers from last night, chopped the remaining pork finely to use for gyoza or something else, made kimchi, and fried up some ma hua for the first time. i was extremely "productive" but ultimately the end result is that all of that will be eaten, as is the point.
there's no meaningful way to stretch a food out forever that doesn't either render it inedible (permanently frozen or preserved in acrylic) or get into ship of theseus territory. a sourdough starter is close i suppose. if taken care of properly you can keep feeding it and using it to make bread indefinitely, and a perpetual jar of pao cai is similar. i saw a video recently on instagram where a woman was talking about how she inherited her family's heirloom pickles that (i think) went at least 100 years back. obviously there's not 100 year old cabbage scraps in there and im sure if you did somehow manage to date the contents the oldest it would get is maybe a couple years? im not entirely sure to be honest. im still getting into picking myself and i have to admit it feels really nice to have kimchi i made a month or so ago still around. there's still a couple servings left from my last batch and by now it's so perfectly fermented and tasty that it's almost a shame to see her go.
i guess it's kind of a... well, im not sure if it's the right word but somewhat materialistic mindset? to want to preserve something you've made with your own hands. i grew up drawing and even just taking a pencil to paper was less ephemeral. somewhere out there you can find increasingly worn and faded drawings i made in elementary school of original characters and other things and just recently i discovered a couple extremely low-res and borderline inscrutable drawings i made in 2008 and back in my old photobucket account. in a couple years some of those drawings will be 20. there was a period when those old drawings might have made me cringe but, much like a pickled vegetable, they've only gotten better with time. at least in my heart.
i don't have much of a point that im getting at. i love cooking and ive been thinking a lot about things like passion and creativity and drive lately. i think to some my life might seem dull. i spend a lot of time cooking and thinking about food and cleaning up after myself. because of the ephemeral nature of cooking it's easy to feel like im not doing much at the end of the day despite the effort that goes into it. im not drawing or programming or playing an instrument or anything like that and i cook so much that it might even look so effortless as to be trivial... maybe? you can always go back and read your own writing or look at your own art but unless you take a photo or REALLY leave an impression you can't really do that with cooking.
i guess it's not that i necessarily feel like im taken for granted. i live for the satisfied noises my girls make when they really enjoy a meal and that alone makes it worth it. frankly when im on my own im even less motivated to make something nice and often resort to really lazy meals. i just spend most of my time doing something that ultimately ends up being shat out and it's kind of funny that way i suppose.
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alygator77 · 1 day ago
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hey! you have a husband??? omg, and here i am thinking that you’re a single mother. why had i thought that?…
i hope your hubby treats you right and you’re happy!
by the way, now that i am thinking about it: what does your husband think about you writing fics? like i know it’s all fiction and everything, but it’s satoru…you know 🥺 it’s really interesting how you navigate this. was it somehow awkward for you or were you chill about it?
i’m sorry for all the questions! i’m just a super curious person
hi bb!
yesss, i’ve been happily married for 6 years, and we’ve been together for 11 🥹 he’s truly my biggest supporter and an incredible dad to our daughter 💕
as for your question about him and my writing—
i was super shy about telling him at first 🙂‍↔️ i mentioned this in another post, but i only started writing smut about a year ago. before i met my hubby, i had some really unpleasant and nonconsensual experiences with sex, and picking up writing was a way for me to rediscover what pleasure meant to me, on my own terms. my husband was immediately supportive of that.
we’ve always been huge anime ppl—we have a gaming room filled with anime figures and art, and we binge lots of anime together. i’ve always joked with him about having anime husbands (levi, sesshomaru, tengen, giyu… the list goes on 😭), and he’s never been bothered or threatened by it. he’s always understood it’s just part of my love for the stories and characters.
that said, gojo satoru was definitely the first time i truly hyperfixated on a character. 🥹 there’s just so much depth to him, and seeing how the manga treated him hurt me. naturally, i wanted to give him the happiness he deserves—and as i kept writing for him, i got even more attached, because now this character specifically was helping me break down a lot of my own barriers about sex, intimacy, and trust, through art.
my husband definitely teases me about it sometimes 😂 but he’s so supportive. he buys me gojo merch all the time bc he knows how much i love his character. he calls gojo my boyfriend 🤣 i even jokingly said i need a gojo body pillow, expecting him to be all weird about it, but he was just like, "ok sure 🤷 just know i'm gonna have so much fun giving you shit about it tho."
he hasn’t read my full fics, but when i get writer’s block, i’ll talk to him about my story ideas and he helps me brainstorm. he’s seen little bits i've written here and there. whenever we discuss the smut i write i still get super embarrassed talking about it with him, and that little shit absolutely revels in making me blush 🙄 buuuut long story short, he’s definitely not complaining—rediscovering my relationship with pleasure through writing gojo fanfic has actually made our sex life even better... 🤭 😉
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masoncantthinkofaname · 3 days ago
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Hello, Mason!! 💛
(I'm so sorry in advance, this is really long).
To start, I rarely interact with shifttok or shiftblr in general, but you have been one of my favorite shifting-centered creators for several months now. I really look forward to every post you make, though I mostly see them on TikTok nowadays. But either way, they never fail to motivate me, especially the posts about your relationship with your husband and family.
It is just so comforting to see someone else who shifts alongside their partner (who is also not in this reality). That's what I do as well. Or at least that's what my ultimate goal is.
My own soulmate is someone who does not exist in this reality in any way, shape, or form, with the exception of the content I have created myself. (I'm trying very hard to avoid calling him an OC, cuz he's really not 💔). I have always felt like he wasn't just a love interest I "created" for myself since he entered my life, but that was before I knew channelling and other such things were possible. That was still in the early stages of my shifting journey, so I was figuring things out. (Over a year ago now, God time flies). But, now I know that he's the one that I was always meant to be with in the end.
I've been meaning to ask you, (though feel free to tell me if you've already talked about this), how you deal with separation here in this reality? Or any other realities where you're physically apart from your husband and your family?
It's been kicking my ass for months now. I miss my Angel more than words can express, I'm genuinely tearing up just writing all of this. I've technically never "successfully" fully shifted before, but I've had minishifts (some where I've felt or heard him). Despite this though, it feels like I've known him for a few lifetimes, which makes the physical separation 100x worse.
I usually comfort myself with art or writing, but I haven't been able to finish, (or even really start), any of my scripts lately because they just feel so empty? Like his parts are missing and my brain can't fill in the gaps. I feel like I'm in limbo, waiting to finally write these with him, cuz doing so without his input feels wrong. Not to mention I've had no time for proper art.
I have scripted a waiting room for us both, where we will shift together, and it has been my main destination for a few months now. He's there, waiting. That's where we'll physically meet for the first time. But the longer I'm emotionally attached to that place, and the more failed shifting attempts I have, the more the separation anxiety weighs on me. I know he is there and doing well, and the wait truly does not matter in the end. But my brain is so loud, and so restless, that I've just been feeling like a rat pacing in a cage of my own making recently, lol.
Like, sometimes, I genuinely catch myself caressing the air and pretending he is there like a crazy person. And when I focus hard enough, I can feel him, in my mind. Which also drives me absolutely mad.
I'm not sure when I will shift, but I know that the separation anxiety is not helping my chances of doing so soon. (I feel like it's putting unnecessary pressure on me, and making me very anxious during shifting attempts).
So I was wondering, how do you deal with it? Is that something you have to deal with at all? Or do you have any experience with similar emotions? Is there anything you do to feel more connected with your husband when you're physically apart? Like channelling, I assume.
(Also) On a side note, I have been wanting to channel my man directly so bad. But I saw some TikToks about that during the early stages of my shifting journey, and I can't get rid of this belief that if I do not have the right equipment (herbs, candles, charms, stuff like that), I will end up channeling harmful or trickster entities. I don't have the money to buy these, and I don't know how else I could protect myself, or if it is even needed at all? I know my partner's energy like the back of my hand, but I'm still inexperienced, and my mind is so foggy most days that I am too anxious to try it properly.
(Also also) Honestly, half of this ask is a sleep deprived ramble, feel free to skip it if it's too long, I promise I won't mind 😭 I drafted this before you shifted away/and back, I'll completely understand if you do not want to answer it 💖🫶🏻
First of all, there is no need to apologise, really. My responses aren't always the quickest, but I don't want anyone to feel anxious to ask for advice or reassurance, especially when you have been bottling it up!
I understand you, completely. The separation can be painful and seemingly infinitely long. You're not weird or abnormal for being affected by it.
I want to start off by letting you know channelling is nothing to be afraid of. It's natural. You have to remember you're in control, always. You don't need protection, you won't channel tricksters or bad entities. If you assume you'll be safe and only talk with your man, then that's what will happen! You can channel in so many different ways, ask for signs, send letters, he can visit your dreams, spend time around you. There are so many options to feel more connected and less alone.
I have a few established signs with my husband. Yellow flowers is one, especially sunflowers. Forget me nots, in general just hearts, and more! These are signs he has sent me so many times that it's easy to recognise them anywhere, and know it's him. You can simply just establish them with your man in a letter or through channelling, and it can help a lot with knowing he's there! Especially if you pick something that's not too uncommon for you to see, but also not something you come across daily.
Always remember that your time here is temporary, and about to be replaced with an eternity with him. No matter how painful it is, he's there, he's watching over you, and supporting you along the way. You're not alone and never will be. Remember that it will all be worth it. You're allowed to be sad about it, but try not to focus too much on the fact that you're not together yet. Instead see every interaction or minishift as motivation and an encouragement to keep going! You got this, before you know it you'll be together :)
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ravenwind-75 · 14 hours ago
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One year on tumblr
Wow I honestly don’t even know what to say. When I first joined tumblr back in April 2024 I didn’t know what would happen. I had been in a low place and just thought it might be fun to share my writing and thoughts with the world. I also got swallowed up by Hogwarts Legacy around that time and created Johanna Newman.
I didn’t know much about gaming, or fandoms in general or how they worked but I started to share my thoughts on things in the game and I was surprised how kindly I was welcomed in by everyone. I want to thank you all for being so supportive and bringing joy to my life!
I interacted with so many of you that’s it’s hard to keep track. Some of you I haven’t been able to keep up with but still know you have my love. 🫶
Thank you for sharing your characters with me, your stories and art, they are all so amazing and you are so very talented and mostly very kind people. Thank you for creating things of my characters and supporting my writing as well, it means a ton to me.
While I have been also hurt deeply a few times here in this fandom I still try to look for the bright sides of it and I am extremely grateful for the close mutuals I have met. They make it worth staying! I was placed here for a reason and I will continue to stay as I grow.
Things will change, I will change, but my love won’t.
I hope this year will be of more connections and healing for me and for everyone. Keep shining no matter what!
Love,
Raven
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cleolinda · 1 day ago
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Weekend links, April 27, 2025
My posts
I have had the Month of a Thousand Paper Cuts (pictured: me) and I am, in fact, having a bad pain day today, BUT! I may be moving forward with SH2 commentary recording. (Commentary upwriting for a video that didn't exist has been slowly moving along.) OBS still hates me but we're gonna do it ugly (it's much less ugly than it was). Fuck it, ball, etc. Ian's next stream will be this Wednesday, 4/30, I think.
(I am still trying to figure out who my unexpected blorbo in the Silent Hill 2 situation is.)
Oh! I should mention! One of my doctors finally said, "Uh, you don't have to make an appointment and go to an allergist, Zyrtec is over the counter now," so I am finally Doing Something about my allergies (hypothesis: year-round, Dust and The Outdoors). This means that I may be able to write about perfume again soon. I was reminded of this by these Fragrantica reviews of Mugler's Alien, of which I have a sample. Previously, I wrote about Mugler's Angel, after my entire house stopped smelling like it.
Reblogs of interest
I follow Shirley Mansion on YouTube, where she posts like it's Instagram (basically, my subscriptions tab is video game playthroughs, Josh Johnson, Watcher, Dua Lipa's thirst traps, and Shirley), and when I tell you she could not give less of a FUCK what the Daily Mail thinks of her looks
Use these blacklists to block AI overviews and AI images in google searches and set yourself free
For National Poetry Month, Patricia Smith’s “Ethel’s Sestina”
Darian Rodriguez Mederos' bubble-wrap painting "The Wait"
The tale of art forger Wolfgang Beltracchi ("he said that none of his forgeries are copies, they’re all original works that the famous artists could have painted")
Emerald (and, separately, diamond) spectacles from 17th century India
Ray Harryhausen's stop-motion effects from The Golden Voyage Of Sinbad (1973)
The history of coffee in Islam, or, the best rom-com title I've ever heard
"ranking the best things I have heard surgeons say mid-surgery"
I don't know what's happening here, but it has extreme 1999 vibes.
This is either an albino deer or a magical White Stag, depending on your point of view
Zines: What Pelican Eat
@fialovart: some lovely beetle art
@endivinity: A saguaro dragon
Great will be your reward in whale heaven
Okay but that first dog though
Poll: Have you experienced Naruto
I don't know what y'all have been doing to My (MY) Little Ponies but you need to stop it right now
THERAPY UNICORN
Video
I always look forward to Josh Johnson's Tuesday uploads, but I've watched his new hour-long set about the all-female Blue Origins trip to space (?) three times already. Whenever he starts doing physical comedy with the stool, it's over for me.
A genius Coca-Cola Bear performer
I tagged this "live footage of the week I have had"
How to style a Hawaiian shirt with a suit
"Mic'ing my stompy kitty"
A ghost photoshoot
The sacred texts
Describe your perfect date
reblog if its friday and you made it
take me to snurch (snail church)
Personal tag of the week
Honestly, I don't even know. And when I don't know, I just say "cats."
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thunderberryz · 1 day ago
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Hey, everyone! After needing to delete the post with the old invite link due to the trolling situation, I am happy to provide a new one for my TMNT 2003-focused Discord server, Turtles & Turnips! Here's all the information you should know before joining!
What we have going for us
Dedicated channels for all of the major TMNT iterations (not just 2003!)
Monthly TMNT Watch Parties--we're still primarily doing the 2003 series for these, but there have been suggestions of doing the movies and other TV iterations IE 87, 2012, Rise, and Tales as well
An ongoing TMNT-themed DnD campaign hosted by @/atearyamallari
Art/writing prompts, as provided by our event coordinator team
Channels for posting fanart, fanfiction, and WIPs, as well as ones for brainstorming ideas and sharing art resources
Original Characters-friendly space with a dedicated channel for sharing your OC blorbos and their lore
Community input--we don't make any major changes unless we run it through our Server Lab channel so that members can provide feedback and suggestions for anything we're planning on doing.
Rules and Regulations
We are a SFW server--NSFW/R18 discussions and media are prohibited
That said, all prospective members must be at least 18 or older to join.
Strict ban on all discussions and media relating to adult/minor and incestuous ships. (Yes, even those that exist just to complain about them.)
Discussions regarding real-world politics are also to be avoided.
Additional rules and regulations can be found here in our public rule book.
In addition, we now operate under a Three Strikes rule when it comes to instances of rule breaking or poor behavior. The first two strikes will result in receiving a warning from myself or one of the mods, and the third strike will result in a kick or ban depending on the seriousness of the offense.
Before I close off this post, I would like to thank all members old, new, and current. Running this server has not been all sunshine and rainbows--we've had our fair share of disputes and have even had to ban a few people for one reason or another--but I am really proud of how far the community has come along since I first decided to create T&T last year. Turtles & Turnips celebrates its first anniversary this July and we are planning something extremely fun for that, so look forward to it!
Here's the invite link! Hope to see you there!
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s-talking · 1 day ago
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⌘ 𝓞𝓞𝓒:
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B O O !
got you, didn't i? lmao
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so i'm back & honestly never-minding the reason why i was gone ( since it's the very same one as mentioned in my january post ), i will instead talk about changes happening on my blog. first of all, the art! my ancient divider has been finally re-drawn & brand new icons added, why, just look at them! especially that beautiful, beautiful cursed smile
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he can totally be your angle
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or yuor devil xDDDD * wheezes *
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second of all, posts! i've actually been drafting inspirational aesthetics as well as replying to responses whenever i was able, so yes, writing with you guys has never really left my mind despite the rather lengthy absence. i will be posting them all bit by bit & also, on similar note, for the sake of my creative spark i will be dropping all the starters i've written but have not been replied to for months ( by dash-active muns ). those who are on hiatus or not really role-playing, however, are fine.
if you happen to be someone that the starter-drop includes but still wish to reply, please do reach out to me. i may consider continuing that particular post depending on whether i remember my plot for it or not.
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third of all, following! i've just went through a little spring cleaning & cleaned-up blogs that have been completely inactive for many years, archived, or didn't share any incentive for us to write / generally interact for months on end ( even when i was pretty active myself ). if you are reading this, that means i will be either posting a reply or reaching out very soon ♥
also, if you have unfollowed me due to inactivity as of late, don't feel bad. it's all good. i understand that blogs on perpetual semi-hiatus are not everyone's cup of tea, so if at any point you change your mind & wish to follow back, feel free. just know that my spots of inactivity are sadly out of my hands & not due to disinterest or something similar. again, refer to the january post if you don't know the reason.
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& last but not least, i just wanna say thank you to those that messaged me during my break & left me such kind, supportive messages ( including the birthday ones! ) you have no idea how much it means to me, especially during this time. i honestly, from the bottom of my heart, cherish them. as to those who are either new or didn't much chance to connect, know that i'm always excited to start new things or pick up those we already have. i can't express how much i adore writing with others & make all sorts of stories, let them be dark or light-hearted.
so either way, thanks for the wait ♥
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lostpiewrites · 2 days ago
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i was wondering if you can write togame jo x reader were he is jealous and gets violent ans overprotetive? One-shot
Can you mâle it a little long please .
Thank you!!
a/n : ofc here sweetie , say less , here we go. I hope it's long enough like you wanted. Art credits for a random person on pinterest. And also the duality between the photos and the context lol 😭.
Mine 🩷
Ft: Togame Jo from Windbreaker
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warning : mention of some deadly fights and brief mentions of injuries abtained.
You thought it would be nice to wear a summer dress for today's shopping date with your bf. It was a white flower-y dress with a twirly frilly skirt and cute bat-cut sleeves. It made you feel like a fantasy story princess so you loved it. More importantly it was a gift from your bf himself so you wanted to surprise him and make him happy. So you wore it with a knit bag and some sandals , then texted your bf that you were ready and he could come to pick you up from your house.
He arrived not long after and knocked on your door. When you walked to open the door for him , you found him holding a bouquet for you , unintentionally matching your outfit. You gasped and covered your mouth with your hands in delight.
"Omg babeeee. Welcome. This is what i call soulmate twinnings. Do you have a camera planted in my house ? How did you know i was gonna wear sth flowery ? And rose on top of that ?"
You were giggling in glee and you threw yourself on top of him. Hugging his neck and wrapping your legs around his waist. He caught you , holding your thighs to stabilize you in his arms , without even flinching.
"Careful there princess , you gonna fall onto the floor like this. And let's say bf instincts work 24/7."
When you dropped the hug , he gave you the bouquet and tucked one rose into your hair.
After some adorable welcoming and small preparations , you guys went off to the shopping store. He wanted to spoil you today for no reason at all , has spam texted you that he has spare money and he WANTS you to go out shopping with him so here you were. You were walking around , inspecting the make up or skincare products , trying out some testers etc when a man has come into your sight. He was looking at you , more like at your body but not in a creepily way. And also he averted his gaze when you noticed him. You felt sth in the pit of stomach , unsettled and spooked, your women 6th sense is working overtime. But you dismissed it as some overlooking because you didn't think that it meant anything as his stare wasn't rude or creepy.
Then you went to the bookstore because you saw a flyer advertisement. The 6th book of the series you have been reading lately is now published. You proudly show him the book and ask him if you could buy it. He bought without any further questions but you didn't give him the package to carry and held the book near to your heart just because you loved it so much. But you felt a warning tingling in your spine , your ears ringing. You turn around to see the same man following you two. You noticed it but Togame didn't look like he did.
You wanted to go to the clothing section next but this time you actually felt scared and didn't wander off of your bf , you clung to his sleeve instead. He didn't really seem to notice anything , but little did you know that he was fuming... He picked outfits for you , gave his opinions about them etc. He acted normal and unbothered like nothing could ever beat him. You somehow felt both uneasy and relaxed with his attitude. He was beside you there was nothing to be scared of right ?
He took you to an open buffet near the toilets. There was also doorguards around whose view you were in , and he spesifically chose that place among the all. You didn't know his intentions but the thought of food made you happy even amidst the fear so you merrily walked near him. He paid for your food and waited for you try the first bite , then asked. He was apologizing you in his head for what he will do but he needed to do it for his peace of mind.
"Baby , i will need to go to the bathroom. Can you wait for me here ?"
Your mouth stopped it's chewing. Your blood ran cold. Did he not notice anything and now wants to leave you alone ? You were about to cry in fear but didn't wanna be a burden. What if he really needed to go the toilet ? So you nodded and watched him go away. You stood right next to the stall , somewhere crowded so you can feel safe. But nothing worked when that exact same man came to you with a smile on his face.
"Hello there. I am sorry that i may have appeared like a stalker or sth and scared you but i couldnt come up to talk to you when your bf was around. He looked terrifying. Anyways so , you're y/n y/l/n right ? I am the delivery guy that you bestfriend is doing the project work. She must have told you about me.She told me of you too and showed me a picture. Then i recognized you and wanted to come and say hi. But i couldn't because it would be awkward when your bf was around. And besides it would be rude to ruin your date."
You felt like sbd has injected a needle into your tense muscles and vaccinated them with relaxing powder. You understood that you were worried over nothing. Then started talking with the guy normally , even offering him some of your food. He was a friendly person but the only flaw he had was that he felt too comfortable and started touching you briefly. Like at your hair and your arms etc. Nothing too disgusting but it still made you on-guard.
Togame was sure of a few things. He was supposed to go to the bathroom but that was a lie. He noticed the stalker even before you did and understood you felt scared when your hairs were spikened on your scalp. He left you alone so if the man actually had an intention he would come to you and if he didn't , then Togame wouldn't need to beat sbd innocent up. Just like he predicted , the man came to you. He felt nervous and knew this wasn't probably a good idea so he prepared to sprint to you in a case of danger. But then he saw you relaxed. Just like you , he looked visibly relaxed as well , like he was vaccinated with the same relaxing powder. He continued watching and saw how you smiled at the guy and even offered him food , the food he bought you... He sure as hell went jealous this time. He was fuming. How would you betray him like that when food was his redline ? Then to his VERY MUCH delightement , he saw the man touching you and you feeling uncomfy at it. This was like a treasure to him. Because now he had a reason to use his itching fists.
He wasted no time to walk back to you. He had an urgent but slow pace. Like he was a horror movie villain. You saw your bf coming and smiled at him. Relaxed that you wouldn't need to endure the boy's physical touches anymore.
"Oh babyy welcome back , took you long enough-"
He didn't listen and went in straight for a hook right at his jaw. The man's head was tilted to the side harshly from the force of the impact. His lip was bleeding and jaw muscles probably not in their best conditions. He dived in for another , then another , then another... He let out all the anger he has been building inside today. The security guards around had to intervene and drag the man out. His knuckles were bruised , all the darkest shades of red and purple.
You were shocked and paralyzed. You didn't know what you needed to feel actually. Were you supposed to feel relieved that you are back in your bf's safety zone or were you supposed to pity the poor guy that did nothing but be friendly and a bit of talkative ? After the security guards dragged the barely unconscious man out , you went up to him and told with the most straightest face ever :
"I am disappointed, you could do better than that."
He blinked at you. Then blinked again. He didn't understand what it was supposed to mean. Were you trying to say that he was supposed to listen first before attacking and you are disappointed in his manners ? Or were you trying to say that he needed to fist that man better and you are disappointed in his fighting skills ? It was up to his interpretation now...
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lrayasostripes · 2 days ago
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Rayas at the RTV Tour, 3
Third week of the RTV Tour, by @rtv-puzzlevision-studios
Note 1: Once again, writing this in first person. Also, no drawings here sadly. Only a card
Note 2: My main Oc is in the spectrum. But as the Tour goes, she might slowly try to interact a little bit. Especially when either trying to make social interaction. She eventually shows she's an empath.
Note 3: Interactions to the inserts are all Bg and not always direct for bigger actions, and as to not break the rules. Interactions with Ocs and RTV characters more obvious.
Note 4: YOu Thought she'll have her drawing in her inner vest pocket? Well... what if she loses it again?
Final Note: Same as last post. Rayas is a participant, and not the same for a future RTV version.
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“ALRIGHT, THE VOTES ARE IN!" (ouch my ears) "WE ARE GOING TO THE FILM DEPARTMENT!”
A relief, my drawing has been returned to me now. I'm glad Lucian, or Colores, noted where it was and returned it to me. Whichever was, thank you. (I'm thinking, if people helps the other, they receive something in return. But what/how to repay?)
The drawing is tucked nicely in my vest's inner pocket. That way no once could see it. And besides, won't max out the room on my arms, with my umbrella that I brought, and my new Mr Puzzles plushie. Both items I'm keeping close; the make me feel safe and calm
So... what's next? OH right, the Film Department
"The Film Department makes the CORE of the Headquarters, after all Puzzlevison’s main thing is to create MOVIES and SHOWS for everyone!"
As everyone went further away from the Art Department, ahead, there was another staircase. But unlike the first one, this one appears less risky (Wished the first stair case was more of a square one with solid risers. Even if it takes space, it's the safety necessary. But whom would take note to redesign them?)
"I could of course show you all the different studios we have, but I think you may be interested in a PARTICULAR part of said department.”
But then, we all stopped before anything else, close to the second stair case. Um...
Mr Puzzles stepped aside, and let Swag in charge... Mr Puzzles leaves...
Um... why? And then...
(Oh boy)
But luckily, Swag didn't gave the group a hard time as he lead everyone; let alone, making a smug expression with his sunglasses. Guess... he learned quickly of tour guide etiquette? I hope Chris as well could keep him in line. As for Lucian, ever since he returned me my drawing, I now trust him.
And btw, where did R-Mr Puzzles go?
The whole group walks down the second set of stairs; a tall girl with blonde hair tripped (scammer by @leirom71000) (ouch), but i hope she's okay. I decided to subtly look around the participants while keeping my gaze forward. I wonder how Loyboo (@alelathedragon) is doing. I'm not sure why I'm thinking about him, but I think it's because I'm the first person to have talked to him, even if briefly; and made him less nervous thanks to using the shy Boo gesture. Well, there's a whole variety of people here.
Some Humans, some shapeshifters like the dragon girl (Marie from @fenicearts420) from back before entering the Art Department, an alien with droopy antennae (@alien-star88), a sort of cat with just one eye (Creature by @theclosetcreature)(...Oh boy....), the other TV heads such as the same one with the Kuromi cap and purple teeth bar (Crystal by @kuromipuzzles2000) But... one person caught my attention. A silhouette-like girl with just one eye and the other is shaped like a heart (Nickknack by @runrabitrunrunrun ); she has two Mr Puzzles plushies (are repeats allowed?). Never mind, but still... something about her caught my attention.
While the group walks down a hall but before going around a corner, and the fact my hearing is sensitive, I could have sworn listening to what appears to be.... someone talking angrily at someone; and another person. I couldn't make out other than "....narrative," "ruin," "...of chance," and "One more..." Even though, I was one row back from the very front row, I still couldn't make out the words before the Group turned around the corner.
(Also, I also heard a participant talking to her Bob plushie, tee hee (Messy by @messydoodlesyt))
"Ahem"
Right there, Mr Puzzles, holding on to another TV head with a black screen and light blue line and curved antennae with one being crooked, by the jacket..... Um.... (What was her name again-)
“- haaave a TALK with you.”, RTV now finished his sentence, before placing the smaller TV head back on the floor.
Um... Don't know what happened from around the corner, but I rather not ask.
But now, it looks like this new Tv head will join us. Now, introductions?
(wait, why did Swag groaned? Is....)
“Hello, bonjour, assalamu alaikum, hallo!”
Her energy... oh no, is she a social butterfly? I have to be honest, I get overwhelmed too much by anyone with that sort of energy. And she's quickly shaking other's people's hands now; I almost dropped my stuff to a participant in front of me who got their hand shaken and got spooked. And startling three participants who where zoned out.
“The name’s Animsay (Um... hi Animsay. Can I call you Ani?), some of you may know me from a certain site, wink wink, others maybe not. I’m the head of the Social Media Department but we will probably get to that later! Probably.”
OH okay, she's the head of the Social Media Department. Wonder how she manages. But then thinking back at the Art Department, I'm glad my drawing didn't flew into a vent again and ended in the Social Media Department if it got picked next... Because in a short time, I learned, she would probably reveal my drawing to Mr Puzzles immediately if it wasn't for the siblings finding it first; and a large audience as well to see it.
"MOVING ON- if you would start following me again.” Announced Mr Puzzles (ouch my ears) now that he takes back the lead. But... I...
I cannot help but notice his voice, even thought sounding he's cheery, I sort of thought I picked up... he sounds slightly more strained. Did... something happened? Was there something bothering him?
Hm... I think it's best not to show my drawing (I just recovered it) to him if he by chance... Isn't feeling too well (emotionally speaking); and also proving it's not the best time to show fan art. Besides, I'm still self-conscious about sharing my stuff to others.
Animsay seems wanting to socially interact, but I.... I'm not ready. At least the participants in the group of three, the robot rabbit (Bunnybot by @selfshippinglover), the fish woman (Sci by @scimagic), and another with the glasses ("Micheal" by @michaelscorneroftheinternet), seem to get her occupied. And then Animsay moves to talk to another participant, that apparently, used to work for Puzzlevision... Wow. And her name was apparently Mia. (Oh, they know each other. And they hugged as well)
Walking through the long hallway, of the Administration Department (and hoping not to get startled by Animsay. Sorry); several sets of doors on the sides with labels. And further, several windows showing outside. I noticed something big and purple outside, but still cannot make out what it is. We are getting close to a set of doors, that Mr Puzzles has his hands on them, and readying to open them.
“I’m sure you’ve GUESSED by now where we are heading..."
The doors are open. I slowly moved forward to get a better look, even if it means... getting slightly closer to Mr Puzzles. (My Puzzles plushie is at least making me feel comfortable if near the real one). A few steps before stepping outside the studio, I opened my umbrella, just in case, the sun was harsh or a light drizzle. (Hope some would understand no one would like to be under the sun, or getting wet. And the umbrella makes me feel safe).
" The SMG4, now SMG3 castle has gotten a bit of a rework to fit more to it’s NEW crew." Continued Mr Puzzles
Now a few steps outside, along with the group joining. Outside is... It's... a very large courtyard. Grass and planted trees around the edges. Some benches are also there. But in the distance, stands a familiar yet different castle. Purple instead of.... (you know)
Mr Puzzles and I think the group, stopped for a moment halfway into the courtyard. Possibly for everyone to admire the courtyard a little longer before proceeding; and, I'm actually standing next to Mr Puzzles, but I'm keeping my eyes on the remodeled castle.
"This area is often used by employees during BREAKS by the way. It can be accessed from ALL building blocks..." said Mr Puzzles as he indicated the rest of the courtyard. At some parts, there are other buildings nearby, but I focus on the castle on the distance in front of us.
(I wonder if he noticed my presence after finishing talking, and a moderate pause before getting to the castle)
Even with the castle's colors being different... everything is still beautiful.
You know... I wonder if... other than trees, would they also plant a variety of flowers as well. I don't know why, but I'm thinking of white roses... A field of white roses. And it's petals... flying in the breeze... I couldn't help but close my eyes, and (as quietly as possible) hum a tune from the chorus of a Portuguese song from a video game (that also mentions about white roses and full view of its trailer video).
And maybe... the combination of color palettes to the castle, all endless. But little did I realized, Animsay has moved from the middle of the group, to next to me. Now two TV heads are on both sides of me. (And I wanted to again, interact with the Kuromi Tv head or the other ones)
The group start walking.
"Hello," greeted Animsay, and I open my eyes slowly as trying my best not to appear startled. "You like the courtyard?"
I look at her, and I nod politely.
(as long as she doesn't have physical eyes, I feel less nervous)
"Same here. Neat umbrella."
"Thanks." I said
I just hope this interaction didn't get Mr Puzzles' attention. But I try my best to act natural. I hold on to my new plushie in reassurance.
"Oh, you managed to get a plushie of my boss, congrats!" (is she reading my actions or....?)
"Yes." I add that with a small smile, and hugging my plushie.
"Hm... I know it's only for a very short time, but you aren't much of a talker are you?" asked Animsay. (does she know what I have, or is she coaxing me to speak more?)
(Oh boy...)
I'll have to be honest to tell her.
"Well..."
But before I could say anything, I hear a cough from Mr Puzzles. I believed aimed to Animsay, as if saying. 'Now now. Don't overwhelm our dear participants.' I didn't look up to see his screen/face (too nervous).
(I guess now I understand why Swag groaned earlier. Well, I can't blame?)
Animsay takes the hint.
"Oh okay, I'll go back with the others. Ciao."
Well. There she goes. I glance up to Mr Puzzles from under my umbrella, he shows a soft expression as if apologizing if I felt overwhelmed; almost as if he knows Animsay better for being too much. Unsure if he knows about the blue puzzle piece's meaning, or he's soft because I'm holding on to my new Puzzles plushie (or, maybe he noticed my scarred face, and feels pity?) I politely lightly smile. (and not sure where I found the strength to not quickly look away, as if avoiding him. I don't want to appear rude, but looking at faces make me nervous... still to this day, but I have progressed greatly in the past)
Also um... after I turned to look in front, why do I feel like... Has anyone gotten the feeling it's going to be slightly windy, or is it just me?
Now in front of the main doors of the purple castle, Swag and Chris go over to open them. As the doors slightly open, everyone slowly walks to get inside. As I got to close my umbrella, and letting some pass.... something falls off from my vest...
My... Drawing... (I was sure i put it in my inner pocket. Did I misplaced it?)
And in a desperate action, I try to lean down for it, but a gust of wind blows it into the air! Oh... oh no... After I recovered it back from Lucian! And even though I trust him, I'm too embarrassed to ask him. (And did he saw it flew away? or say the face I was making?) Sigh... I don't want a small thing to ruin the tour. I'll move on. I have not crossed the bridge.
Well, moving on.
“WELCOME TO THE SMG3 CASTLE!”, RTV announced, now moving in the middle of the room, next to the crew gang who had meanwhile been gathering while the group fully walked in.
Looking around, it is surely redecorated to fit SMG3's Aesthetic. And, if you all know, purple is a royal color, fun fact. Looking around, and then at the ceiling... the appearance making it look like the night sky.... (I sort of feel tempted to open my umbrella, and dance around and spin, and getting lost into a starry trance-)
I heard the doors close behind, yet I didn't looked back. I knew, my drawing is still flying out there; and I rather not risk slipping out. Oh, Animsay is staying in? ....okay?
Looking back at the center of the castle's lobby, the 'SMG3 Gang' show up lined up; and in uniform (?). Well, hello SMG3 Gang.
(Hm... Tari has no cybernetic arm? I rather not ask)
“Hey! I’m SMG3, but I’m pretty sure ya know that already. I’m the head of the Film Department and also the leader of the SMG3 gang. Me, Tari, Meggy and Boopkins welcome you to our crib- I mean base of operations!”
Hi?.. huh, not sure if I'm looking right, or hearing , but he sounds... tired? (I'm observant). Hm....
(Also, Mr Puzzles really IS TALL!)
But then, Meggy starts to explain more about the Film department, Puzzlevision movies and shows. There's Block C, which I think it's the other building at the courtyard. So... the SMG3 Gang not only act, but also do all the editing and stuff. And then revised by Mr Puzzles (huh...) Well, okay.
(I cannot help but briefly glance at SMG3. And, Tari as well)
“So yeah, if you have any questions, don’t be afraid to ask them! Other than that feel free to explore the castle! I know a lot of fans always want to see it, so go ahead.”
Oh that's nice. But um... are there rules about looking around, or what NOT to do?
“You can go anywhere except for the room upstairs. It's, uh, not cleaned up.” Added SMG3.
Oh okay, no going up the stairs. I'll respect that. (Those stairs seem more safe than the first ones, sorry)
Well, we can ask questions to the Gang, go have a snack to the kitchen, rest and watch anime with Boopkins (ha, seem very eager to show mini episodes), use the restroom (is there just one or several toilets...?), and go to play games with Tari in the game room. The storage? Um... why? But... so many people, I don't know where to start, or who to talk to. Besides, I need to get myself busy from thinking about my recently lost drawing (a second time). Let's see... The SMG3 gang are a lot smaller than... well, you know (I repeat, this place is different with its own rules... and people). Hm... SMG3? hm... I don't know. He almost appears tired, yet he's willing to answer questions (poor guy, maybe he's tired because he forgot to clean the upstairs room at the last minute and couldn't get it done?). I could go over and ask Meggy some questions; in the introduction, she and Boopkins seem to be in a good mood today on the tour. Wonder if she's still a coach of sorts. But also... I need to also be careful with my questions; I also noticed but unlike SMG3, she has faint shadow under he eyes. I hold onto my umbrella and Puzzles Plushie for comfort.
She's already answering other's questions, so I shake off whatever nerves I have, and approach. Also, some have Meggy's plushie, so she has fans.
"Um, hello." I greet Meggy. "Meggy?" She notices me.
"Oh hi. Do you have some questions? Go ahead."
"Well. You and the rest act during filming, so um... What sort of roles do you get? I... I mean, everyone gets?"
(I just hope she didn't noticed my hesitation and moments I cut eye contact. Meeting someone face to face is... overwhelming. Especially, someone different. Not new, but different)
"Well, the acting roles can vary. I for the most part, plays the character who always goes into action, and helps others when they need it! Heh. I even still have the skills of a life coach."
I'm glad to hear that. She can encourage the Gang to have their spirits up; and happy to hear she' still same as always. Hm... but recalling that I noticed SMG3 somewhat tired (am I the only one to notice?), is that even true? I rather not ask about that.
"Alright, another question I have. So..." I think about... I fidget my blue puzzle piece tie clip. "About... um,...." I struggle to think of one.
"No worries, the question that you want, it'll happen soon. Keep trying." Meggy assured me, but it feels like... wanting me to rush me (still good old Meggy i think)- wait, I think I got it! But I want to make sure, I don't point out and offend her (I recall... she can be... a little... hasty. Plus, her reaction, can be very different here). No actually, maybe something else... here it goes.
"Alright, do you learn new things from ongoing experience? I'm wondering, like... trying to be someone else's role model with new experiences?" I then add. "I'm... just curious. Because... there's so many people who are different. Like... me. Who could want advice."
Meggy thinks for a bit.
"Well, I do. Though not much goes, but yeah I learn a thing or two. And um... I did said I still have it as a life coach, I'm afraid I'm a little busy. So, trying to be role model may... be put on hold." Well, It looks like she can no longer do more things, despite earlier sounding like her coach persona. Never mind, I'm waiting for the other question. "As for people different like you...? I... don't know. Care to explain?"
Okay, I'll be honest of myself. I subtly fidget my blue puzzle piece tie clip. Hope Meggy catches on about it.
"Well... Um, I... I'm not much of the type to talk or socialize with others; but that's because... I'm already born with it. Believe me that, I tried to look up to other's for guidance for a very long time ago... a role model... And sometimes the fictional ones on TV..."
As I explain from my experience, Meggy keeps listening. She's... understanding everything. Listening to my struggles. And what I did with a combination of everyone's advices and my own. And maybe a teensy lore drop about (but not all of it) the meaning of my scarred eye and that I found acceptance and lived with it.
"And... well, so far in the tour, it's going well for me. I even spoke to a shy participant a while ago. Small, but it's something. That's why... I get curious to learn new things, but making sure I can do at my own. And how I do it."
Meggy nods.
"I understand. You know what... I think you taught me something new." She smiles and lightly laughs lightheartly. "Ha Heh, well, I'll follow your advice then. And I'll keep in mind of making sure you are accommodated. Thanks for letting me know. You are very brave, that maybe you can teach others."
OH? I... what!? I was dumbfounded by that. If i said I couldn't find a role model, then... am I a role model myself and never noticed?
"Oh, and... knowing there's many participants and might not remember their names. What's yours?"
"My name's Ra-"
"Hallo!" Out popped Animsay out of nowhere. This scared me that I accidentally sent my Puzzles Plushie flying and dropping my umbrella; I bent to pick it up. And I think it also startled Meggy and nearby participants. "Hey, Meggy. How's it going with answering questions of others?"
While they are distracted, that's my cue that I'm done asking questions. I pick up my umbrella that is near, and go to my plushie that flew near the stair case. The east wing. (hope no one mistakes it as theirs since all Mr Puzzles' plushie look all the same)
"Ahem?"
I turn around, and it was SMG3. OH boy, the displeased look is making me nervous. And he's standing near my plushie; he goes and picks it up before I could. But before he would say anything.
"I apologize... I came to pick up my plushie... um... Animsay came and... I got spooked badly... I wasn't going up the stairs. I would never go against the rules you set. Oh... and Hi" I awkwardly wave at him.
Then, I got distracted that, with my sensitive hearing, did I heard like a dog whining? And it came up the stairs. I think SMG3 picked up.
"Is there... a dog up there?" I casually ask, the nervousness replaced by curiosity.
"...Yes. But, I cannot bring him out. And if you are curious, I already fed him before you guys came. And, again, not going up the stairs."
"Alright." I answered politely. SMG3 hands me back my Mr Puzzles plushie.
And then, the participant with the horns, red eyes and red ribbons (Grinnanes by @grinnames), approaches him with a large smile; seeing she has his plushie, she's a fan of him. I overheard her name is Grinnames.
Once they leave, I glance at the guest room. The door is open.
So, the guest room is for everyone to relax, and watch whatever anime Boopkins would play. I got to be honest, I used to watch anime, but only the Saturday mornings... English dub edit (4Kids TV, sorry but lol); so... not used to the... larger... variety. I was not aware I was staring from the door's frame as a random anime was playing; a habit of watching something on TV from afar or behind the window.
The mini anime ended there (something about a gang of con artists, I never heard of), and as Boopkins stood up to look for another one, he looked at me peaking from the door. I... felt a bit embarrassed and surprised.
"Oh hello, are you coming to watch anime?"
Well, he's inviting me. Being polite, I agree and come into the guest room. There are a few participants in the room, all mostly chilling, drawing, but also watching anime. And also, the guest room looks slightly different than I remember (again, different place).
"Hello." I greeted the little guy.
"We finished a mini anime episode so... OH! How about you pick one to watch?"
Oh, is he giving me the honors? Well, if there's one anime series I enjoy watching, it's Pokemon.
"Pokemon." I answered. And since Boopkins will show only mini episodes. "Um... the Pikachu and Pichu short from the Pikachu shorts?"
I got to be honest, that short is my favorite. And I hope, Boopkins has it; and still likes Pokemon.
"Hm... Oh yeah, I think I do have it! It's bundled with the Spell of the Unown Movie. Let me set it up!"
Boopkins waddles to look into the DVD case of all the anime he has, and sure enough, he finds it. And now... Settle to sit on a bundle of pillows, set my Puzzles plushie on my lap and umbrella next to me... show time. The anime reminded me when I was young; I love Pokemon. Oh the little adventures of the Pokemon, making friends... having fun... causing minor mischief as they run around the city... As I'm waiting for the part of the playground...
I... didn't realized that Boopkins left, and brought a reluctant SMG3 to the guest room. But where's Grinnames? (hm... not an anime fan? or Pokemon fan?)
"...Fine, what are we watching?" I heard SMG3 grumble a little.
"We are watching a Pokemon short! It's pretty good." But I wasn't expecting to hear... "And she (me) picked just the right one that is an old classic."
I looked over, and... SMG3 looks at me; I, being the one who picked the anime short. He raises an eyebrow while keeping a serious yet tired look. Shrugs and sits next to me... moving my umbrella close to me. (so awkward after the incident with the plushie on the staircase).
But anyways, me and the ones present continue watching the Pokemon short.
As it went, I thought I heard SMG3 mutter, "Decent choice"
:0....
Seeing the scene of the Playground Pikachu and the Pichu brothers playing along with the siblings' friends, it makes me wonder, if there could be a playground built like that (albeit with better safety measures). I would like to go around and explore a playground like that. And, everyone would also want to...
Out of the corner of my eye, the window of the guest room is partially open. And... My drawing flies in! Flying up on the ceiling and not (somehow) falling down; and no one notices it (phew). (I'm sweating imaginary bullets). I was just about to stand up slowly when-
"So... How's the anime binge watching going?" It's Animsay... (did she just got here?)
My drawing flew near a vent and... disappears... Oh boy. Where did it go? (Why do I feel like, it's going to repeat again? and maybe... Lucian won't be the one to find it again this time)
"OH Ani, hi! greeted Boopkins. "Anime is pretty good!"
"Eh, good I guess..." said SMG3. "At least, something okay. Boopkins gave Robo-fox umbrella girl (me)-"
"Ahem?" It looks like Animsay doesn't like nicknames. Well, technically, SMG3 doesn't know my name, so I don't take offense to it.
"Ugh... Boopkins gave the tour participant here the honors to pick an anime short to watch. For once" he mutters the last part.
"We just about to finish the Pikachu short movie. I'm thinking to putting on another mini short; And I think, maybe watch another classic Pikachu short anime."
"Mind if i join?" said Animsay.
"Yes!" Boopkins beams.
She sits down. "I was almost done talking to a half of participants (half?), then got bored and came here. Btw..." I notice her look at me. "Your uniform stands out a lot, because it was the first thing I saw before coming in the guest room. You like stripes?
I have to be honest, I do.
"Yes"
Despite the remaining minutes left on the short movie, I grab my plushie and umbrella, and slowly get up.
"Bye," said Boopkins. "It's nice having you watch anime."
I smile. I leave the guest room.
Now... where did my lost drawing went? In the kitchen, the bathroom, the storage room, the game room....? You know... in either room, I'm sure I'll find it. Btw, 20 minutes passed, so... I guess being here will last an hour or an hour and with an additional half an hour? I better hurry...
Next is.... the game room with Tari I guess. I'm curious what games to play with her. A glance around the castle's lobby as I approach the game room, I see the silhouette-like girl again, standing and not interacting with anyone with a slightly irritated look... Hm... I'll try to speak with her later.
Entering the game room. Sure enough, the interior remains almost unchanged; still with purple hues and different carpeting, but it's still much the same. I see a couple of participants playing on the retro arcade games, and looking to the sofa and big Tv screen, there's Tari, and another participant, playing Super Smash Bros Ultimate...
Wait... Tari doesn't have her special arm now that I remember (this Tari), how is she still playing? And... has she... changed? Never mind, I survey the game room a little to check if my drawing ended up in here... It's not here.
My attention turns back to Tari and the random participant.
"Ha ha! Great play." said Tari to the participant. (is it just me, or i heard a hint of defeat?)
(Hello)
Apparently, I think they won. And if I recall, Tari was super good on video games; but all thanks to her cybernetic arm...
...Was...
Never mind, since the drawing isn't here, might as well get distracted with some games to ease my anxiety to look for it; if I got it back for playing the waiting game and not get in trouble, it'll return to me without consequences again. Now, everyone seems to want to play on the arcade games and with Tari. Is there room for another? Or,... looking how she is, maybe there could be a different game she and I can both play? Maybe later...
"Hello." I greet Tari from next to the couch.
"Oh hi." She greets back. "Want to play?"
"I... yes. It's Smash Bros Ultimate? Because... used to play Melee and Brawl; the latter, with the GameCube controller."
Huh, I talked without the nervousness in my voice.
"Of course, everyone would like to play and challenge me" She smiles, but... I feel, she feels a bit down. Like as if she gets beaten in the game now. And gotten used to it. Her old title of being good at games now limited.
"Well..." I turn to the participant. "Say, how about I challenge you to a match? I'll main Kirby." I want to "avenge" Tari for losing her title, sort of. But also have fun.
The participant looks at me as if pensive with a low brow. But nods shortly. I sit on the couch, set my umbrella and plushie between Tari and I...
3... 2... 1... GO!
One match later, with life stocks of 4, I almost beaten the participant but they bested me; I'm a bit rusted from the game, and first time using a Switch controller. At first, three stocks taken from me, but then I tied quickly. I could tell everyone in the room and some from the lobby got close to see how it went since the tie round was taking slightly longer with no winner yet; and possibly betting I was going to kick their butt. But a bad timed sneeze (but a good timed meme), I missed a combo, dropped my controller, my hair frizzed up (my hair clips somehow staying strong), and my Kirby got sent to space by their main. They won. Yet, Tari and few others clapped at me anyways. And some still reeling from laughing of the sneeze I made. I didn't realized (until much later) SMG3 came to see the commotion, and my Pomeranian like sneeze made him laugh the Mutahar Laugh sound effect (I thought it was another participant with a very ticklish funny bone); I'll get to it later.
GG
"Ha ha, well done. You did played the game before, and you almost won." She smiles brightly at me.
"GG" said someone.
It looks like the participant wants someone to challenge them. They got their win streak alright. Everyone huddles to have a turn. I quickly gather my Puzzle Plush and umbrella before I accidentally leave them.
I think it's time I ask Tari questions.
"Well, I think everyone has a controller. So Tari, do you have any board games or card games to play?"
Tari nods and guides be to a shelf with boardgames. She asks which one, so I scan them... one of them gets my attention: Inscryption.
"And Tari, do you know about the video game version as well?" I asked out of curiosity if she knew.
"Ah yes. The game mechanics, the story, the Scrybes, found footage... and..." Ah, she knows it.
Time for a bit of humor.
"GO Fish"
This earns a soft giggle out of Tari. I think she knows who the Angler character is. Seeing her smile... makes me happy.
The Inscryption game is set, and settling on Leshy's version; there's the Dead cards, Magick cards, and Technology cards, but Leshy's is pretty interesting. Shuffling the cards, and splitting the Squirrel cards, setting Leshy's scale. But of course, Leshy's version has a... dark edge to it, so I helped make the Leshy version less edgy with improvised ways I came up as to make Tari less uneasy. I also improvised an additional mechanic to the candles, of who can snuff all two candles first to win (and a custom DeathCard as a consolation price); sort of like the Kaycee's Mod, and Tari also knows about it and finds it entertaining. And besides, I curiously decided to act like Leshy's narration and character. (Insert Inscryption, "Death Card Cabin" ost)
"The stalwart Snapper, a near impenetrable defense..." or "The amorphous Amoeba. Its sigils are ever changing."
And some of the cards during play, they have sigils; and others post- added as patches, as if they went through the Mysterious Stones as seen in the digital video game (has the Crew Gang played it before and left the sigil stamps on?). Like, some have more than two; limit is 4 sigils. I love that mechanic; I think all the mechanics of Leshy's and P03's are good.
Oh, and since Tari doesn't have her other arm/hand to hold her cards, my Puzzles Plushie is there to hold them for her, easy. She at first was nervous at it, and I admit, it almost looks as if it's looking at you; and a bit distracting. But telling her since my Puzzles Plush is mine and if I'm not the type to make anyone uncomfortable, so my plush is same as I. And as the game went, we also chatted a little; all the while I secretly want to make Tari win. (to secretly to boost her confidence,.... and I want a custom DeathCard, ha ha)
I even talked about the Scrybes: Grimora, Leshy, P03, and Magnificus. That, what if they worked together. Leshy could be the narrator/storyteller, Grimora would write the story and lore of the world and characters, P03 could be the mechanics designer, and Magnificus the one to make the game's art. There could be harmony... they could have made an amazing game. Tari ponders on that... and nods as if understanding.
The game didn't took more than 7 minutes that passed... And note, I think games of any kind brings out my more social side.
"So, I'm curious to ask Tari. Do you also take video game requests to play by others?" Now, because remember the song I quietly hummed in the courtyard that is from a video game? It's time I talk about it. Me and Tari are tied with one "lit" candle left each.
"Well... I think you are the first one to ask that." (Oh? the first?) She answers meekly. "Everyone all wanted to play Smash Bros matches today... what are my favorite video games, and well..." She trails off, but returns to hear from me. "Okay, what game you want me to check out?" She's 2 points on the scale from losing, but I won't let her.
"There's this game that is a Puzzle RPG game, with pixels and everything. The title is called "Lenin the Lion." And it has a semi bittersweet story, about the only albino lion born in a village of normal lions...."
A small skip to avoid spoilers, and saying how the game resonated with me.
" ...The whole game is about learning self-acceptance... And it also has a good soundtrack and art."
And then... Tari wins, but still listening to the topic. She nods. I reach to make a custom Death Card, as the table is cleared so Tari, can play as Leshy, to help me build it with my deck.
"Well, I'm more of a competition type of gamer, but your video game request caught my attention. I think I'll look it up." (YES!)
Cost None (thanks to a Geck); Attack 3 and Health 3 (from an Amalgam); Sigils (from a pre-buffed Amoeba) Amorphous, Sharp Quills, and Unkillable.
(Wow, most of the ones are rare Beasts cards)
Next is... the name-
"You seem like a good and fun person, Rayas. I love the creativity of how to play it, like as if you came up with a new Mod." And finally... the portrait. "Okie dokie, say cheese!"
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"GG"
"GG"
Me and Tari shake hands. Ha ha, just like-
"HII!" Loudly saluted Animsay, startling some of the participants; including me and Tari. "Who's winning?" she comes in the game room.
(Oh boy, is Animsay going to keep popping up? or... is she following me?)
"Um... hi Animsay," shyly answered Tari. I politely waved after reeling from the surprise.
"Hey, how come you are not playing Smash Bros with everyone?" She looks at the table. "Oh, what's this? In...scryption...?"
Looking at both girls, I noticed the change in the mood, almost as if... something wasn't meant.... Wait, let me see how to diffuse that. Hm... I got it!
"Hi... Me and Tari were having fun with this tabletop game I asked to play. Would you... like to play?"
It appears Animsay is curious now. And her blue line that serves as her mouth shapes as if smiling. I think it's a yes. Tari stands up to go and play with the other participants, and leaving me with Animsay. But question is... does Animsay know how to play it?
So basically, Animsay, realized she indeed not know much of Inscryption, but she "downloaded" all the info. Ha ha, the loading screen sort of looked like P03's three dots when loading. Looking at her head, she really gives me P03 impression in appearance based on her "face." So, she wanted to play Technology style, and I like it, but um... I like Beasts style... But wait, to diffuse that, why not try Technology and Beasts? Animsay can use Technology, and I'll use Beasts. And maybe include the Mox vessels and Kaycee's Mod items and cards to make it more interesting.
Ha ha, I cannot believe I came up with a new Mod: Rayas' Mod, Nature versus Technology.
The time of playing it against Animsay, it feels like as if she's the Scrybe of Technology, and I'm the Scrybe of Beasts; P03 versus Leshy. Well, my head shape is confusing, it's a fennec fox head, but it has metal parts (but the cog gear on my head is completely natural... and still natural I am); but based on a quote from the Iron Giant, I can choose who I want to be.... Leshy... So far, the game is going well. And, even using my custom Deathcard for a spin, ha ha! (and then Animsay learned my name that way). Some small talk, as usual (because Animsay is a social butterfly, and I'm trying to be polite)
"Hope you didn't mind that before going in, I heard you talk a storm with Tari." said Animsay. "I'm glad you are opening up. When I met you, you only spoke short sentences..."
I nod in acknowledgement and I say, "I also like games, like Tari."
"Ahem? Animsay..." I heard the familiar voice of R Mr Puzzles. I heard almost everyone stop what they were doing, and waited. (creepy...) His tone sounded... ominous, or slightly annoyed? Did something happened out of the Game Room? He comes into the room (I bring my plushie closer to me), but a few feet away from the table me and Animsay are. And Mr Puzzles somehow makes a gesture for everyone to carry on.
"Ah, hello Boss. I was here all along, just playing with the participants. And definitely not making a ruckus, ha ha." Animsay is telling the truth, she's been here playing Inscryption with me the whole time. Hm... is this... my cue to leave the game with no winner, or do I wait to continue playing since we are tied for 9 minutes? (plus, i have a lost drawing to find) (but I'm curious for another Deathcard, whether the Leshy version or the fancy neon blue Technology base if Animsay loses; if the latter, the "Ani-Bot")
"Is that so? Well... Alright! Just checking where you went to. And the tour wouldn't truly go without the Head of the Social Media Department, yes?" He then turns to look at me (...eyes...). "Has she given you any trouble?" (I think he remembers the courtyard ramble)
"No, not at all," I politely answer with a shake of my head. "We are having fun. The game is going well."
He lightly smiles.
(Wow, I directly spoke to him!)
"Well, then," he turns to Animsay (phew). "Just wanted to say, 18 more minutes before announcing the next voting." I heard that.
So, shortly, there was no winner since Animsay quickly went to play one of the arcade machines, but not before we shook hands as a sign of GG. Though, I noticed she looked at my hand a little longer, as if gazing at it; it's probably nothing. And before I left, after gathering my umbrella and Puzzles Plushie, I went to thank Tari that she got to play one game with someone she enjoyed. She smiles.
Now in the Lobby, with the minutes left for the next vote, I'm feeling a little hungry. I went to the kitchen, and hope there's still something left to eat. Once again, I look around the crowd, and the same silhouette girl is just there, dissociating.... and rubbing her head. Hm... but my body is telling me to eat, or I might starve during the remainder of the Tour.
Alright, not all of the snacks and drinks are gone, because I just witnessed the girl with the horns and red ribbons, Grinnames, raid the kitchen!! (slow down). There's some pizza, some donuts, a bowl with many candy, cheese puffs, water, coffee, tea, soda... So glad none of it ran out, because I quickly scooped what I'll eat before she does; and I'm lucky to find the last slice of an All-cheese Pizza (yummy). While eating my fill, I see her starting to cook. What is it she making? And is that allowed, other than not going up the stairs? Hm... I leave my stuff on a table, and go to near the coffee maker and some packets of tea. I look a little longer, and I found a glass container of powder green tea; matcha. This sparks me an idea. If Grinnames is cooking something, I think I would as well.
Managing to find milk, powdered cinnamon, a bit of syrup, and the tool to make the matcha froth (and search on Google ha ha), I start up to making a matcha latte. I have tasted it before, and it was good, very good. And I'm going to make one... I never made matcha latte...
I glance a little, and Grinnames is cooking... something. Not sure what it is, but hope she knows what she's making. I don't think she looked what I was making; busy much? And, for herself, or for someone? OH, for someone actually. After it is done, she leaves it in the fridge. A surprise...?
Well, as for me... i think I accidentally made too much to be just for me.... i find a pitcher, luckily.
Just as I add the powdered cinnamon as the final touch, I could swear it released a strong earthy aroma; it was good based on the smell filling the kitchen. Did I do it right? Shortly, SMG3 comes into the kitchen, smelling the air. He looks around, and finds me, with the finished matcha latte in a large-enough paper coffee cup; and the left over in a medium size pitcher because I'm not always good with measurements, but final product turning out decent nonetheless. I don't know how to describe the expression, but I hope it isn't what I think because I used some kitchen equipment and stuff from the fridge and pantry; or because it seems during the day wherever he goes, I'm always there somehow (not my intention). I look at Grinnames, and she beams with her eyes; so the dish is a surprise for him?
"What... are you doing?" SMG3 addresses me first, he slowly walks to me. His look and tone... I don't think using the equipment and ingredients in the kitchen is allowed...
Grinnames points to the fridge as a the surprise, but SMG3's attention is solely at me. And not in a good way. His eyes look exhausted... tired..
I have to be honest.
"I... made myself a matcha latte... um... I'll clean the utensils I used before leaving, um..." I'm a wreck... But maybe... "But... do you want some?"
SMG3 looks at me, and the matcha latte in my hand. Um...
He finally grabs it. Smells it a little bit, and finally a sip... And, as he closes his eyes, I thought I saw the shadow in his eyes fade very slowly; or maybe my anxiety is making me see things? What does he think of it?
"This latte... It's good, very good." He says softly, and... a soft smile contrasting his usual Evil Cool persona. "I really needed it."
(I... on the first try...!)
"I... Glad you like it," I sort of couldn't help but, thinking of wanting to hug-
I heard a small growl in the kitchen. It was Grinnames. She looks irritated, but why... Oh! I just took SMG3's attention from the surprise dish, unintentionally. She worked so hard on it! Ugh, how to make it up for it? (and making sure she doesn't hold a grudge on me throughout the tour) Hm...
"Um... the latte isn't the only thing. You see..." Indicating Grinnames, she stops growling. "She and I,... have a surprise we cooked." The girl's expression changes to confusion.
"...You did?" the she asks confused, as if she doesn't know what I'm trying to do.
"We did," I "corrected." I open the fridge, and she takes out the mystery surprise dish after getting the message. Now, she looks anticipated for SMG3 to try the dish; a positive glow in her eyes.
The dish doesn't have a physical description, but I hope it pays off. After cutting a piece for SMG3, and me to try as well (out of politeness and curiosity), and a bite...
"Mmm! This dish is out of the park! I tell you, you two outdid it." He gives the thumbs up, with his iconic smirk.
I admit, the physically indescribable dish is delicious (might ask on how to make it with a little bit of a la Rayas style). My matcha, well, my first time and never done it in my life... it's decent. Grinnames smiles.
I'm glad I made her happy again after clearing the misunderstanding.
"Well, thanks for the surprise girls. The latte and the dish, I'm sure the Gang will like it. I appreciate it." He leaves...
(I guess my matcha is part of the surprise then...)
Now alone in the kitchen...
"Do you have brain damage?" Grinnames asks me. Guess she's still confused.
"Um... what?" (don't have brain damage, but does the cog gear on my head makes it look like that?)
"I didn't see you helping me with my cooking. Or did you secretly help me, because you're some sort of mysterious good Samaritan?"
I chuckle lightly.
"Well..." I explained how much she worked on the surprise dish for SMG3 and the Gang, and it was unfair that SMG3 didn't noticed it first. And that I wanted to clear the misunderstanding and made sure SMG3 finds the surprise. Her dish, it's delicious! She understood, and smiles (those teeth...)
"I'm Rayas," I extend my hand for a handshake.
"I'm Grinnames" we shake hands (hello Grinnames)
(I think I made another friend in the tour group)
Well, I think it's almost time for the next vote? Before leaving the kitchen, I serve myself my matcha from the leftover in a paper coffee cup after drinking my first round (offscreen); a smaller one to take to make it last for the Gang. And not forgetting to wash the utensils used, and clean everything, I remember. I grab my umbrella and plushie, and head to the lobby. And, Animsay has not popped up in the kitchen (sorry...).
Hm... the drawing wasn't in the kitchen so...
"Hey"
I look, and it's SMG3. He gestures me to talk to me. He still has not finished the matcha latte I made.
"You got something stuck on your back."
Oh? I reached behind and... It's my drawing! Did it got stuck moments before leaving the kitchen. I hope it wasn't facing for the world to see... luckily it isn't (not sure how one member of the SMG3 Gang will react to the existence of other places... and other Puzzles...). I quickly pocket it (and making sure it is tucked in the right place this time), and I thank SMG3 for spotting it but while being vague what it is. But before turning around...
"I got to say... you aren't so bad."
"Oh?"
"Well... you made me at least like a Pokemon from the anime you picked. The Houndour..."
"Well, the Houndour is a dark type... And there's more with that type."
"Exactly... When you made that Pomeranian sneeze at the game room, Oh I never thought I would laugh my a** off. There are times during filming I don't get to see something really REALLY funny happening to laugh at. The way your head shook and your hair frizzing up were the best."
He was the one who made the Mutahar Laugh alright. Glad I made him laugh. I giggle at that.
"Lastly, other than the dish you and Grinnames made, that matcha latte... it made me feel less exhausted and much calmer. Making myself less tired for the next filming deadlines to come...," he pauses for a moment as if realizing he's bringing up his work, but brushes it. "Besides, I'm sure the Gang will love the dish and latte. They will need it just as I." (awww)
I smile hopefully. And i think now... I can give him questions now.
"I'm glad you are, SMG3. I admit, I was nervous around you after the incident with the staircase... but I think I'm feeling ready to ask. H-Here it goes... What do you think of the tour so far?"
SMG3 ponders for a moment. Scratching the back of his neck (Is that missing texture on his... oh, right)
"... Honestly, a bit weary; and maybe still. I won't get into detail, but as the head of the film department, and as editor and actor, it can get a bit much. Sometimes when getting ready to some big event, you try your best to have enough rest and rehearsed. I think it's the nerves. As of the Tour right now, a lot of people being strangers... I think... I thought this will be like... too much at first. People all from around, and imagining getting more tired as you try to answer their questions. But... the right answer for that..." SMG3 looks at me with a calm look. he sips the final ounces of the matcha. "Not too bad at all. Not everyone here is... weird. It's just being them. Again, thanks for the matcha latte and dish. Um... I called you earlier "robo-fox umbrella girl," so... what is your name?"
"You are welcome SMG3. My name is Rayas." SMG3 smiles.
"Heh, I noticed you aren't much of a talker before, but hey. You warmed up."
Well, he doesn't think it's all bad; but when I saw his tired expression, he probably thought he couldn't go on with it. But if he found the tour not bad at all... I wonder if its because of me, a visitor, going on tour with everyone... I smile at the fact at least I and Grinnames, help make something for the Gang. I wonder if SMG3 figured out, that I'm in the spectrum with the last comment.
As SMG3 goes to throw the cup to the trash, Boopkins shows up and comes to me.
"Hi, I heard the tour group will be leave soon, so since I gave you the honors to pick an anime, here's a little present." Boopkins reaches from a pocket, and takes out an acrylic Pichu Brothers keychain. I'm... speechless. But I thank him and accept the present.
"Thanks... Boopkins" I say before he indicates me to bend down. He gives me a side hug... and then he skips happily elsewhere.
I.... i....
(is this allowed or....?)
And shortly after that, Tari comes over.
"Hello Rayas." she greets me, before she reaches for something in her pocket. "Here, glad to have played with you."
Tari hands me... the custom DeathCard she helped me make after our Inscryption game?
"Um... I... Tari... I don't know what to say...."
"It's okay. Besides, I also made a copy of your Deathcard. The one you have is a token, you earned it!" Tari gives me the thumbs up and she hugs me. And doing my best to keep my stuff while hugging back. Seems things are going well. (but the silhouette girl has not left my mind). She leaves as well.
Meggy looks over, and as soon as she sees me, she smiles and gives me the thumbs up. I smile and follow the gesture.
Um... am I getting an exclusive farewell event? Or have I become a sympathy/empathic magnet? (and maybe a Animsay magnet...?) Well, the least I can do is be polite. I look at the little presents.
SMG3 then comes over after taking the paper cup of his finished latte to the kitchen trash... so, now what?
"Welp, guess I better do some last minute QnA," he then looks at me. "Voting time will be happening soon, so you better get with the group."
SMG3 looks at the gifts. He raises an eyebrow, and immediately puts it together. His eye roll expression is pretty comical. I lightly giggle, as I put the gifts in my vest pocket.
For a moment, I stretch my hand for a handshake; he's the last one to give me a handshake. The hugs might be optional for him, knowing him. He indeed does shake my hand.
Well, seeing him with a smile (despite still looking tired) before leaving to walk around for some participants to gather around him... things seem to go fine.
Everyone starts to gather for the next voting.
"ALRIGHT, (ouch my ears) NEXT VOTE STARTS NOW!” announced Mr Puzzles.
Oh boy, I almost dropped my matcha latte and umbrella and plushie. I expected for it to be loud, but still... After two participants mark their vote, I was about to... when the silhouette girl with the heart eye comes in quickly and leaves in a hurry. Um... As I mark my vote, I saw her grab a bottle of water and went to the bathroom.
A part of me wanted to see what was wrong, another was to leave it... And the other part... I have to go in case there aren't bathroom breaks for the remainder of the tour; y-yeah. So... I waited a little, until I walked to the outside of the bathroom; it appears she's taking long. I was about to knock, when my sensitive hearing heard... something being thrown, and what appears to be... crying? Is she okay...? I lightly knock on the door.
"Hello?... Um...," but I carefully think, and as sounding to not rushing things to the girl on the other side of the door (even if I'm starting to feel the need to go). "Take your time... I... I'm not in a rush."
....No answer.
I think, Lucian picked up the fact I needed to go and went to check; pretty sure he wants everyone ready before heading to the next department. I wonder if he knows her...
His head shows the word, "U ok?"
"I am. But... I think want to wait until whoever is in there leaves. They're.... not sounding well. My... bathroom break can hold."
Hm... is there... something I can do, without her knowing she has my attention, but at the same time make her feel better? I want to avoid being nosy, and I don't want that. Plus, the look she was showing looked hostile... And as for me, I'm sensitive. I look at my untouched matcha latte. And then at Lucian. (I trust him since the return of my drawing)
"Um... would you like some matcha latte?" I asked. (Should have phrased it as gifting the latte as repayment for the recovery of my lost drawing, but my heart was in a different place)
"It's nice, but I already drank something. So no, but thanks for the offer."
Well, if he doesn't, maybe... the silhouette girl would want it?
"Um, okay... could you... give it to whoever is in the bathroom once they leave?," Lucian's "face" shows a question mark. "But I cannot let them know I'm giving it to them, and that I crafted it. Since I don't know how... they'll react towards me. J-Just give it to them. And then tell me what they think of it. Just say, someone (me) offered you the matcha latte, and... um... Uh... Yeah, that you already drank something before... um... C-Could you... please do that?"
......
"I could try, but no promises."
"Thanks, Lucian. And thanks for returning my drawing." I lightly smile. Lucian gives a thumbs up.
I hear the knob move, and the silhouette girl comes out. I quickly go in, but a quick glance from the corner of my eye caught what appears to have been dried tears on her face. Well... the need to go is starting to nag, so... you know...
(Why did I decided to wear suspenders under the vest? Because I thought it would be stylish even when the vest covers them)
I looked around the bathroom, and it appears slightly more furnished. I saw a crumbled water bottle on the floor further away... (what happened?)
Sigh... I just hope I did the right thing at the right time... And I hope I don't get myself in trouble in other's affairs; but my heart... is too big. But at least, she doesn't know; she won't know.
I quickly hurry up to get ready. I fix my vest when my drawing (somehow) falls out of the inner vest pocket. Okay... i just hope it doesn't randomly fly away into the possibly half closed window of the bath-
......!
....... crap.
I hear knocking on the other side of the bathroom. I heard the voice of Lucian. It's time to go.
I exit the restroom after washing my hands (and easing my anxiety as best as possible). And gathering my things. Subconsciously, I chose not to look at Lucian, and the silhouette girl. I'm too scared to see what transpired while I was in the bathroom; or what has yet to transpire. I hug my Puzzles plushie and umbrella for comfort.
I hope everything will turn out fine.
So... I learned, everyone will be heading to the Social Media Department. And Animsay is the head of said department...
Oh boy...
(And I still have a drawing to recover for what's left of the tour.)
Everyone slowly head outside for a moment, basking in the sun for the final verdict. And then I open my umbrella; it makes me feel safe under it. One last look back, I see the SMG3 wave back. Ha ha! I could tell briefly they saw me in the crowd.
Recalling the good things to ease my nerves, I recall all of the good things I did with the SMG3 Gang; and I place a hand on my vest's pocket, where the little gifts are. With the leftover matcha latte of mine and Grinnames' dish, I'm feeling hopeful they will enjoy it. And making another friend in the tour group.
Just, focus on the bright side, and wait for the good things to come.
But if something goes wrong... There's that bridge I'll keep crossing to reach the other side.
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Author's notes: I went overkill with this ONE!! More fun and longer than the last. No drawings this time, but a custom Card based on the game Inscryption, with Rayas in it. Plus, for the first time, I directly discussed with someone over each sona's actions. Hope it all goes well for another one.
Well, she lost her drawing again....
The lost drawing in question below...
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(Between The Star and AV Puzzles is Astro by @the-masked-astro , one of the participants on the tour) All Ocs/AUs belong to their owners and can be found here Puzzlevision Mass Attack)
Note about the drawing. In the story, her drawing is impervious to getting destroyed/damaged, and the only one who can is Rayas since she made it. So, anyone not from her home or herself, it's like stretching an unbreakable rubber band.
Note, interactions available, but comment/dm first. Plus, if anything, I might slightly change the story here.
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@killerlittlerejects: The Master Post
As you all know, I love to sit back and watch things unfold before bringing up an opinion. I don't really talk a lot, but when I do, there's usually something very serious going on. Well, today's the day I air out all that dirty laundry @killerlittlerejects has been desperately trying to keep under wraps. KLR, you've got multiple GROUPS of victims spanning back entire years, and they've all got a lot to say about you, girlie. I know what you did, and I'd love to share with the class your hypocrisy, lies, and long history of bullying.
After hours of research and conversations with your various victims, it's clear you have a pattern:
You catch wind of a target when they say something you don’t like.
Proceed to make it your entire personality for months to years at a time.
Shitpost, stalk, harass, and threaten this target completely out of left field.
Bask in the attention until your victim catches onto what you’re doing.
Get called out and play the perfect little angel victim against all the allegations.
Block block block, ignore, deflect, and/or fandom-hop to the next clean slate.
Repeat.
I don't tread lightly with my words when I tell you that this chick is psychotic. She's been caught stalking, with not two, not three, not four, but SEVEN known alt accounts. My team has had to sit down as a group and block a total of sixteen other related accounts to this person in an attempt to get her and the people associated with her fully off our back, and we're still not sure if that's all of them. Her cyberstalking habit has gotten to the point of police reports being filed on her. Twice.
This chick has pushed people into getting the police involved.
So, for one, harassing someone over something as simple as writing, attempting to stir up a little hate group against one of the biggest Cluster B artists on Tumblr, is scummy and comes off like you are clout farming. You've gone from what I thought was a bad case of keyboard-warrioring to one of the vilest attention whores I've ever been forced to witness beg on this platform.
You thought you could get away with trash-talking a man who has openly stated he has a disorder that affects how he communicates, who has openly said he uses his art as a coping mechanism, and who has openly made it clear he creates for those without a voice in the ASPD community. To me, and to many others, it looks like textbook middle-school bullying. You clocked him as an easy target, someone you thought you could overpower, banking on him either staying silent or slipping up just enough to hand you more ammo.
You thought. Bitch.
I've made other posts about this. Much more civil posts. Much more genuine attempts to connect and level with you, but you're just not getting the hint. There are way more people than you know of who will defend this good man with everything they have because he has done them nothing but kindness. You want to sit here and police everything Anton does when you don't even know him, nor have made efforts to, all because you need a punching bag. Every time he so much as breathes wrong, you got something to say, and I'm so fucking over it.
It’s honestly pathetic how you refused to just block the guy like a normal person. Instead, you lurk like some bargain-bin PI, desperate to dig up more dirt to whine about. It’s also incredibly suspicious to me that both Anton’s and my accounts went under a mass report review out of nowhere after nothing but complete normalcy, and not even twelve hours later, you're back at it after MONTHS of supposed radio silence on our end. I genuinely thought we were good up until now. You don’t “get dragged into drama” like you love to bitch about, you light the match and dive headfirst into the gasoline, then cry that it burns. You’ve spent every waking moment trying to paint yourself as some pure little victim while you stir shit behind the scenes. Now that the truth's out? You're flailing and mass-blocking like that’s going to save you. It's always your move: deny, deflect, block, repeat, a predictable little meltdown from someone who thought they’d never get called out by more than just those involved in your little game.
I’m not gonna name names, dox, threaten, or send people after you, because I’m not like you. I was nice to you, dude, but I’m not going to continue and let my team grovel at you and your circle’s feet and beg for forgiveness. These kinds of serious accusations from troves and troves of people, especially since their stories all line up with ours, really makes me wonder…
Anton hasn’t done shit to you or anyone else, and frankly, I’m fed up with your bitch ass tone, instigating other creators in the fandom to come up with insane rumors and accusations, and acting like you know the motherfucker’s “dark secrets” when all of you and your flying monkeys are completely clueless. None of you want to take any of the WOMEN in his circle seriously, blatantly ignoring what we’ve all had to say in favor of your self-righteous circle jerk. I’m not an angry person. I don’t normally do this. I’ve never even been involved with internet drama like this in my entire internet career, but you. You’re on a lot of people’s shitlist. YOU KINDS OF PEOPLE ARE THE REASON I LEFT THE FANDOM YEARS AGO. This is nothing new to me!
So, let me just… go through some of the shit you’ve been spewing here.
Everything you’ve posted reads like a tantrum wrapped in fake concern?? If you’re “scared” to post and need to open with a “no harassment” disclaimer, it’s obviously just drama you’re trying to dress up as activism. You complain Anton makes people “walk on eggshells,” but really, he just has standards and refuses to turn his project into your Tumblr fanfic fantasy land. You want to sit there and claim “oh that’s not the case and they’re bad boys!!!” but then get pissed when they become too disturbing for your taste. You’re mad that he actually has a backbone, not that he's some fandom dictator. Claiming he “shames” anything that doesn’t fit his vision? Of course he does… it’s HIS project. It’s HIS blog. It’s HIS space, and you are actively stepping into his online space and then crying about it??
Anton isn’t responsible for memorizing every bad Wattpad rewrite you cling to like scripture. Calling him a hypocrite for using shock value when he’s actually writing horror and not some pity party is insane; using shock to unsettle is what real horror authors do. You just can’t tell the difference because your taste was formed by creepypasta TikToks and 2010 dance AMVs. You even admit the fandom was never realistic, yet you’re mad that Anton had the audacity to actually do something different with it. 
Anton didn’t “mistype” to cover his ass, he had to clarify because people like you twist everything into a federal crime scene the second you get confused. You think pointing out that he criticizes other Jeffs is a gotcha…? No, he critiques, that’s allowed. We all know that and we’re not fucking stupid, bitch. What YOU are doing is attempting to destroy Anton’s name with baseless but HUGE accusations getting stirred up on your blog. None of us EVER tried to do this kind of shit to you. Now the cat’s out of the bag because you just couldn’t leave us alone.
As for the Leech and Tyrant situation: he's writing a toxic dynamic on purpose to show how evil it is, not to endorse it. If you can't handle seeing morally bad characters doing bad things without thinking it’s an endorsement, you’re not fit to be talking shit. And accusing someone of guilt just because they edited a post is the dumbest middle school logic imaginable. You’re not exposing anything real here. You’re just pissed that Blessed Be the Wicked isn’t the fandom-safe, pastel-coated story you wanted. You didn’t "catch" Anton,  you exposed yourself as someone too lazy to engage with actual horror storytelling and too entitled to realize you aren’t owed anything.
You have never bothered to investigate further into Blessed Be The Wicked’s messages. Your "criticism" about how "violence isn't maturity" is laughable, no shit, but Anton isn't just throwing gore around for shock, he’s showing broken characters being broken, which is leagues more thoughtful than pretending Jeff just needed a hug. You ramble about feminism like it has anything to do with Anton's work when it doesn't. And your complaints about “spite” and “hatred” are projection at its finest, dude, you are the one bashing Anton publicly. Anton talks about the fandom, his takes, and his arts. You encourage people to call him an incest supporter, a creep, and a misogynist. In the end, you admit you don’t know anything about his actual story. You tuned out, you didn’t engage, and you decided your shallow personal grudge mattered more than facts. That’s not critique, bitch, that’s straight selfism.
Look at Terrifyer 2. Look at Hostel. Look at literally any fucking horror movie. Anton’s level of gore/sexuality in his work is like a goddamn tea party. You’re acting like a fucking baby. You admit you were emotionally unstable when you wrote your original hit piece (no surprise there), but you still cling to your outrage like a little fucking kid. You’re mad because in early drafts, two characters were written to be the same person (not literal twins,) or mentor-apprentice, and in later drafts they were rewritten, as if that’s some cardinal sin in storytelling. You PURPOSEFULLY took that literally to cause shit.
Rewriting and evolving relationships is called developing a story, not "one-upping yourself." Then you reach for the laziest grenade you could find. "It’s misogyny!!!! Look guys it’s misogyny!!!! It’s bad!!!" As if screaming misogyny without evidence somehow makes your whining valid. You tried the "healing art isn’t for the internet" take, which is such a bad-faith, selfish argument it’s practically villainous. Anton sharing art he worked through trauma with doesn’t obligate him to babysit your feelings. I’m sure we can all agree that we hold art close to our hearts in one way or another and want to share that. Your grand finale on one of these latest posts is calling yourself an "ignorant cunt" like it’s a badge of honor. Fine. Self-awareness is the first step to recovery. Stay there.
The guilt-tripping lately is Olympic-level. Someone from her asks apologized for accidentally fanning the flames, and KLR practically threw a pity party. She claims it’s "not their fault," but immediately shifts to passive-aggressively blaming us for daring to defend ourselves, because how dare people try to keep an innocent man’s name clean? Then she acts like a martyr, whining about being "singled out," even though she was the one who reignited an old drama with a new post. Actions, consequences. Not a hard concept dude, come on. She says she’s "upset it escalated," like she’s just an innocent bystander, when she chose to publish drama-bait and knew exactly what kind of response it would get. You’re not a victim of some grand scheme; you're just messy, and now the mess splattered back on you.
After stirring the pot until it boiled over, KLR pulled this AWESOME classic internet martyr move: announcing a dramatic "signing off" like she’s some war hero going into exile. She cries that blocking people somehow wasn’t enough (because her victims have to silence themselves just to make her comfortable). She insists she’s “safe” and “not self-harming,” fishing for sympathy, doing that bullshit manipulative undertone of accusation that we’re threatening her SAFETY??? while conveniently ignoring that her side started the harassment, ableism, and dogpiling over personality disorders. “I’m not suicidal guys!!!” Motherfucker, nobody said ANYTHING about coming over to hurt you. You’re projecting.
Then, just like clockwork, she wraps it all in a syrupy "you are loved, have fun, be creative" speech, because nothing says emotional manipulation like trying to look wholesome right after turning a fandom into a battleground. If she wanted things to calm down, she could've stopped months ago. But no, she kept kicking the hornet’s nest and now wants a parade for "stepping away." The Oscar is in the mail.
So, let’s look at the receipt here:
Saw Anton’s views she didn’t like → obsessed over them.
Months of “poking the bear,” shitposts, stirring the pot, supposedly dropping vague DMs from alts, keyboard warrior shit.
Ramped up the disinformation campaigns and ableism when she didn’t get the attention she wanted
Played "truth-teller" while getting ego boosts from followers.
Anton’s defenders decided to FINALLY clap back after finally getting sick of it.
Immediately switched to "I’m scared 😭 I did nothing wrong!!" mode.
Blocked critics, played dead online. Prepping for a comeback in a different fandom probably as we speak.
Yup, that checks out. She’s textbook. Not "misunderstood." Not "scared." Not "traumatized into lashing out." She's a professional abuser LARPing as a martyr and I am not about to sit here and let her continue to abuse not only my lover, my friends, and myself, but the fandom I grew up in and hold dear. 
I’ve got THIRTEEN individual people in my inbox telling me all about you, and I’m so happy to know that it’s not us, it’s you. Fuck you.
Sincerely,
Locke
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wernher-von-brawny · 3 days ago
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Dude, same. Or similar, maybe.
I’ve been making stuff — print, websites, apps, even teaching — forever, and the understanding has always been that you demonstrate your skill with your portfolio (or teaching history).
Then about a decade back, everybody suddenly — and I do mean suddenly — started saying your portfolio is worthless. What you need to do is list the projects you worked on and list how much money you were directly responsible for it making or saving the client.
And dude, that had never been regarded as any of our damn business. The executives and sales folks told us what they needed, approved X or Y, and kept whatever surplus value they extracted to themselves.
Good luck getting an answer to, “so how much money did we make?”
Yes, in these increasingly difficult and competitive times, there’s a case to be made for “demonstrating value” and all that, but the deal was always that I can build whatever you need, and make whatever changes you or we find out need to be made to improve the product, but the execs and the marketing and sales people are responsible for extracting profits.
If I’m a partner, or I'm getting paid a percentage of the back-end, then ROI talk is my business. but if not, who the hell am I to be asking questions.
Not fair or transparent, but that was the arrangement, whether we liked it or not.
This new “authors need to provide their own audience” vibe reminds me of a comment about how the IP era of movie making is all about exploiting rather than developing.
Audience awareness of Kool-Aid makes it easier to promote a Kool-Aid movie, so the Kool-Aid movie gets made. Is it Art? Maybe not, but it's not about Art, is it? It's about making sure the dressage crowd — who wouldn't know Art from Shinola — get their quarterly bonuses.
And it’s a very short walk from that idea to pattern matching how this approach has been fundamental to the culture wars ever since Pat Buchanan declared them back in the 80s — from Jesse Helms de-funding the National Endowment for the Arts, to Colin Powell’s son taking over the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, to Trump’s attempts to de-fund NPR.
Complexity is difficult to control, and so complexity — and its irritating siblings like nuance, fact-checking, and context — get the old heave-ho.
The war on the arts (“It’s all pornography”) bled into a war on science (“Teach the controversy”) and journalism (“Fake news”), and now the Reagan Revolution has reached its full flower, where county judges are being arrested for taking the perfectly legal (as in settled law, as far as I’ve been made aware) choice to ignore and even subvert police actions that don’t have federal judicial force behind them.
And you know this is just a trial balloon in preparation for going after federal judges next.
I’m going far afield here, but the common thread I see is institutions that were once expected to participate in a process by provide services — publishers, music labels, and movie studios helping develop talent and build audiences; executives and startup bros figuring out how to sell a product, societies supporting communities of artists and scientists — have normalized a model in which the invest as little as possible into the process, but still expect entitlement to all profits.
And to call it out as inequitable or unjust, or to contribute to any kind of reform or counter-movement is met with anything from professional exile to prison time. Just ask the folks who’ve whistle-blown on government corruption over the last 20 years what they think.
*sigh*
If a writer wanted to be a marketer, they would be. If they had a talent for it, they would do it.
Sure, you can force a left-handed person to learn to write with their right hand, but that’s not what they are designed and optimized for — it’s an un-natural act.
Ask your God how He feels about un-natural acts. The answer may surprise you!
haaaaaaaaaate that it's such a controversial opinion these days when i say it's absolutely fucked that an author needs to "'[have] an online presence [to form a] personal connection with readers that you don’t necessarily find when browsing a book shop'" because like. that is not the author's fucking job. their job is to write the book. it's the PUBLISHERS' job to market the book and get it in readers' hands. the author shouldn't have to run a half dozen social media accounts with hundreds of thousands of followers just to get a publisher to give a single flying fuck about their book. some of these big name influencers are NOT good writers and i'm tired of tradpub pretending they are just because they can hit the NYT list! which again is not a merit of good writing!! the NYT list is just a popularity contest!!!!!!!!
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