#irma [text]

[witchfansunite]

Remember the W.I.T.C.H. graphic novels? Take me back to that time, please. 🥹

I still have mine!

[404z]

yea

[rad-hound]

Omg... how are there zero fics of Nick Valentine and Irma? They literally flirt with each other the moment Nick enters the Memory Den. 😭

I need to change this. Very soon.

[bicryptide]

BREAKING NEWS!!!

LOCAL SLEEP DEPRIVED JOURNALIST IS PINING FOR NERDY CLOSETED LESBIAN!!!

STAY TUNE FOR MORE!

[transshredder]

THE casey jones !!!!!! feat an Irma cameo ^_^

[irmacuckoo]

@sophiecuckoohere

[crochetwizardman]

Wait, why was Irma laughing softly at her daughter Alexis???????

[godlyheathens]

vocês sabiam que a beyonce me mandou uma dm no insta e pediu detalhes da minha vida para escrever essa?

[imagionationstation]

I don’t know what’s going on with my brain but it has been AU gender swapping Donnie so hard the past few days.

I’m just going to fix the series in a few simple steps:

Donnie leaning heavily on April only because she’s the first other female that she’s gotten to interact with ever

Leo getting some female interaction so he sees Karai as a potential friend instead of immediately crushing and the later reveal isn’t as conflicting since they’re just battle besties

Casey stays decent and awesome without the “battle for April” plot making his character hard to truly appreciate

The brothers are more supportive of Donnie and her attempts to form a relationship with April & Donnie doesn’t have to talk to a jar of guts and mutagen because they know how secluded she’s been, so they’re more free with advice like hey, maybe don’t stalk her and just text her or somethin’, mkay?

Splinter visibly checking up on her activities in the lab throughout the series because he has no idea how to raise a female (he was counting on Tang Shen for that) but he does his best to let her know he cares by supporting her in other ways 💜🤎

More softie Raph moments with his sis so the haters in the audience don’t hate him as much as they unreasonably do

Mikey doesn’t need to change. He just gets to have some more of the “emotionally intelligent” moments that we were deprived off.

I can’t think straight with all these bubbling rewrites help me-

For anyone who cares, also my favorite tidbits:

Splinter not realizing that Donnie was female at first and the name Donatello just ends up sticking. Donnie will die on a hill that Donatello is gender neutral even though her family and friends know it’s not. It’s a topic that they just avoid bringing up

Her brothers use Dona when they’re teasing her

An explanation as to why canon Donnie’s figure is just so randomly different from her practically identical brothers

The shock of Irma isn’t as crippling because April still has Donnie as her devoted female bestie & now the farmhouse era is a lot less stressful and complicated for April and the viewers

Role model Leo still exists & Donnie has a crisis over him bonding with Karai and that creates tension for a while & Four Trap is actually Leo accusing Donnie of not trying hard enough because of that past debacle and “try harder” has clear purpose

Donnie gets an official ✨ big sister ✨ and that means that good-guy snake Karai exists in the series more as the reptilian mutant females bond

Overprotective brothers over their sister (and-)

The sister who appreciates it but there are some moments where she gets tired of them treating her like she’s not as capable as them (not true, but how she interprets their actions) and one episode decides to prove herself (Operation Break Out)

Potential for Casey/Donnie but currently undecided

Consistent “girls are so emotional” jokes that are beyond cringe but the viewers have to tolerate them anyway bc 2012 humor

Broken Foot actually having an affect on Karai since she almost took part in killing off her only sister

Donnie’s biggest fear is that her brothers will one day get tired of her because of how different she is/feels and then she’ll be alone & this fear is the main debacle that she struggles with through the entire series instead of the weird love triangle thing

It’s okay everyone I’ll shut up now and go sit in my corner bye ✌️

[smellslikeshadowspirit]

Little meme thing I did with Freyr, Heimdall, and Eira (Irma too technically)

I love Freyr- he's basically Eira's annoying ass cousin she was stuck seeing at family events (mostly cuz she was freya's handmaiden when she used to reside in vanaheim)

Adding the panels below (no text cuz I'm lazy)

Also it's my bday I came into the world 2day teehee 🤭🤭🤭

[whencyclopedia]

Eleanor of Aquitaine, as It Was Said: Truth and Tales about the Medieval Queen

Sullivan's "Eleanor of Aquitaine" delves into the complex life of the medieval queen who ruled both France and England. Sullivan critically examines centuries-old accounts, both factual and legendary, to explore Eleanor’s political influence, romantic affairs, and cultural impact. This meticulously researched work is ideal for scholars of medieval history, offering a nuanced portrayal of Eleanor's legacy, though its dense and detailed style may be challenging for general audiences.

The presence of women in positions of power has consistently captivated individuals, and the reign of Eleanor of Aquitaine is a prime example of this phenomenon. Born in 1122, she was a prominent medieval queen who held power in both France and England. Irma Brandeis Professor of Romance Literature and Culture at Bard University, Karen Sullivan, provides meticulously researched accounts of Eleanor's life in her latest work, Eleanor of Aquitaine, as It Was Said: Truth and Tales of the Medieval Queen.

The author details Eleanor’s life from her birth around 1122 to her death in 1204. The work itself is a clear and impressive display of dedication Karen Sullivan offers on the topic of the Duchess of Aquitaine and all things related to the marvel of medieval studies.

Accounts of Eleanor’s life have been extensively discussed and disputed for centuries. Today, it remains a subject of scholarly controversy. Sullivan proves that Eleanor of Aquitaine's enduring historical legacy is attributed to her wealth, influence, alleged romantic affairs, and even her collaborated plot to overthrow her husband, King Henry II. Medieval authors warned readers by using the term "it was said" to qualify their accounts of Eleanor. This phrase indicated that they were merely recounting stories that were already in existence, and Sullivan's book uses this point as the springboard for its discussions.

Numerous highlights describe Eleanor’s significant impact on the regions she ruled. Her influence extended beyond her political roles, affecting the cultural and intellectual life of the time. The book explores her patronage of the arts and her role in developing chivalric culture. Sullivan scrutinizes topics of modern media, such as movies depicting Queen Eleanor with the same attention as the manuscripts of 12th-century histories, which may come off as dense to some readers.

Eleanor’s life as Duchess of Aquitaine, Queen of France, Queen of England, and mother of kings was complex. Sullivan examines these details thoughtfully without oversimplification when summarizing the complicated minutiae of Eleanor’s experiences, as they were said. The coverage of Eleanor’s life and relationships in the text, as well as descriptions of her time imprisoned and time spent at the Abbey of Fontevraud, are truly fascinating.

According to Sullivan, although the tales of Eleanor from the Middle Ages possess an imaginative quality, they offer insights into the societal norms for women in 12th-century France. The primary subject of this book is the examination of these truths by Sullivan to the extent that they can be comprehended from an outside perspective.

This title will not disappoint those who are seeking a deep dive into the various medieval clerical texts and manuscripts that mention Eleanor of Aquitaine. Sullivan, being a true expert on the topic, gives readers a book based on critically analyzed historical sources. The work draws on a range of sources to offer a nuanced portrait of Eleanor. Therefore, the book is not a simple read and might not suit younger readers, such as those in secondary schools. Sullivan's writing incorporates elaborate historical details that she examines from various viewpoints and intellectual debates. The material itself is recommended for research purposes versus reading for pleasure.

Overall, Karen Sullivan’s biography aims to present Eleanor of Aquitaine not just as a historical figure but as a complex individual with considerable influence no matter the source. This book should be considered a well-regarded resource written by an expert for those interested in medieval studies and the role of women in historical politics.

Continue reading...

[hotvintagepoll]

This is super late since she already won Round 1, but just so you know: the propaganda for Musidora isn't Musidora. The "batty lady" described in the text, and shown in the clip, is Stacia Napierkowska as Marfa Koutiloff in Les Vampires.

Musidora's also in Les Vampires as Irma Vep, and is also arguably scrungly, but not in such a batty way.

HNGGGGGGG A CRISIS this is VOTER FRAUD

I will fix it in round 2.

[sharkverse-squad]

Welcome to the official ask/side blog to my fan iteration Sharkverse TMNT!

More info below:

Who to ask:

I have a whole cast of characters that you can ask! Keep in mind that some don't have refs yet, or you can ask me things in general! I'll have a list of available characters with refs if they have them below.

How to ask:

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What else:

Responses will be tagged with #Sharkverse QnA !

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Rules:

Dont be weird and/or gross when asking

I work a full time job + can sometimes forget things please be patient with me

I may answer some questions as text and some as little doodles- itll just kind of depend (the most likely one is going to be text answers since its easier to reply that way)- please remember Im doing this for fun dies

Keep it sfw plz

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The Main Squad:

Leonardo - 16 || He/She || Southern Painted Turtle

Michelangelo - 16 || He/They || Southern Painted Turtle

Donatello - 15 || Any pronouns || Mexican Ornate Slider

Raphael - 14 || He/Him || Razorbacked Musk Turtle

The Secondary Squad:

April O'Neil - 16 || She/Her || Human

Casey Jones - 15 || He/Him || Human mutant

Irma Langenstein - 17 || She/They || Human/Kraang

Roxanne Jones - 13 || She/Her || Pitbull/Rottweilier mutant [no ref yet]

"Responsible" adults:

Shelby Jones - 36 || She/Her || Pitbull Mutant

Splinter - 47 || Any pronouns but leans more towards He/Him || Fancy Rat

[oleander-nin]

The Weight of a Letter(10)

A/N: I'm so sorry this one's so short. I'll make the next chapter upwards of 3000 words as consolation. Thank you dearly to @faetaiity and @astral--horrorshow for beta reading. I'm brain dead and can't look at this any more or I'll explode. Any criticism is welcome, constructive or not. This is supposed to be a gender neutral reader, so if I screwed up somewhere, please tell me.

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Words: 900

Content warnings: not much, dark themes, yan themes

Chapter 10: A Hidden Fracture

I carefully close the door to the guest room, shuffling over to the bed. I glance at the door, biting my lip. I couldn’t imagine how Irma would react to my phone suddenly being back. As far as she knew, I gave it to a normal human kid who would drop it off in person, not toss it on the fire escape. I needed to make up an excuse. 

Maybe tomorrow I’ll say they dropped it off at school? No, that wouldn’t work. Irma’s with me most of the day. Maybe I’ll just say I ran into them at some point. I didn’t need to worry about an excuse until tomorrow anyway. I have all night to come up with one. I lay on my stomach as I plop onto the bed, holding my phone in front of me. I power it on, watching the phone slowly come back to life. It was like brand new.

I couldn’t help but feel a surge of relief when the company screen passed and my familiar wallpaper shone bright in the dim light of the room. My phone was fixed. Donatello actually fixed my phone. I hold my hand over my mouth, biting back a squeal of delight. For once in the months of paranoia and torment, something was truly going right. Even the letters, which I admit I had gotten emotionally dependent on, weren’t as exciting as they used to be. Especially with everything happening. Irma’s theories were convincing, sure, but it still didn’t make sense. I shake the thoughts of the letters out of my head. Maybe Donatello and his brothers were the friends I needed. I hope I can introduce them to Irma soon.

My eyes drift over to the vase on the nightstand. I had moved it to stay here with me in the days I’ve spent with Irma. I tap the side of my still locked phone, contemplating. Technically, the police cleared my apartment and it was safe to move back in. But did I trust them? What if they missed something important? What if my apartment got broken into again?

What if they were already there, waiting for me to return?

I shudder, trying to shake off the thoughts that had dug their claws into my brain. I couldn’t go back. Not yet. I quickly reopen my phone, pulling up different articles on locks and security systems. If I was going to move back in anytime soon, I needed to be safe. They wouldn’t be getting away this easily. My eyes skim the words on the page as I read comparisons for different locks. I chew on my lip, barely noticing the sharp sting or the sudden taste of copper. 

A sudden buzz from the device in my hands accompanied by a small pop up notification startles me out of my thoughts. I stare at the alert for a moment before pressing on the notification to view it in full. I just received a text from Donatello. The name stands proud at the top of the messaging screen, a bright purple and magenta D logo set as his profile. I’m a bit surprised to see it, but shrug. It makes sense he added his number, he was the one to fix my phone anyway. My eyes drop to read his message, wondering what it contains. I needed to thank him for my phone anyway, might as well do it now.

Donatello: Is your phone treating you well? I mean, of course it is, I fixed it.

I snicker at the text, rolling my eyes. Sure, the happenstance meeting on the fire escape was a bit weird, but Donatello and his brothers were endearing in an odd way. Especially Donatello’s small quips and ego. It was entertaining.

I send a quick confirmation of my happiness with the phone, as well as a thank you. I don’t want him to think I was rude. If all goes well, we can be good friends. I close the message thread before looking through my phone to see if he added or changed anything else. My settings are still the same, as are all my previous apps and conversations. The only thing he added was his and his brothers number, four small little contacts added to my already small list.

I open up Mikey’s contact, my thumbs hovering over the keys. He was the one who seemed most excited to see me, so he would be my best bet in making plans. Hopefully.

I send him a quick text, hoping he’d see it soon. A few moments pass and I grin as my phone lets off another quiet buzz. I watch Mikey’s ecstatic messages roll in, my mood improving even more. It was nice to talk to him, considering what seemed to be the oldest brother insisted they leave so soon yesterday.

I feel a warm buzz in my chest as he invites me to dinner the next day, each text of his more bold and ecstatic than the last. I chew on my lip, wondering how I’d tell Irma. She knew I didn’t have any other friends. Maybe I can tell her this was how I was picking up my phone. Yeah, that was a good idea.

I send back a short text, accepting his invitation to dinner. I couldn’t wait, he claimed to be quite the master chef after all.

[grollow]

I've been thinking about this for a while, and I want to state something. I am seeing a viral post of the Tampa Mayor saying "if you live in Tampa and don't evacuate, you are going to die," along with shit like "I am not fearmongering." I am also seeing in that post's tags comments like "Greatest country in the world amirite" and I just. I'm vibrating with rage, so please bear with me, a fucking CITIZEN OF TAMPA, as I explain a few things to people who CLEARLY DON'T UNDERSTAND HURRICANES.

Let's talk about storm surge. Storm surge is typically the most destructive part of a hurricane. It is where the VAST majority of damage comes from, and it happens when the storm is approaching/making landfall. This is why when a hurricane makes landfall, the area it impacts are the worst. Coastal areas will see extensive flooding and property damage. The further inland you go, the lower the storm surge risk becomes.

Hillsborough County, which is where Tampa is located, is broken into different evacuation zones based on flood risks. When a hurricane comes in, they will list which zones are most in danger (this is almost always A and B as well as manufactured homes), and then issue mandatory evacuation orders. Residents of Hillsborough County in impacted areas will receive text messages and phone calls regarding these orders.

The viral clip people are sharing--with the words "I'm not fearmongering!"--is in fact fearmongering. It's taken out of context. The mayor is warning that if you live in Zone A and B, you are at an extreme risk because of storm surge. This is true whether Milton makes landfall in Tampa, or - as its current trajectory suggests - Bradenton or Sarasota. Storm surge is serious. Do not fuck around with storm surge.

But Tampa is a huge fucking city. I happen to live in EVACUATION ZONE E. I am within city limits, but I am not under mandatory evacuation, so I am not going to evacuate. Do you know why? Because my house isn't a flood risk (there's no rivers near me, I live in a pretty secure area, and I'm on a hill), and the evacuation centers are full of people who are not as fortunate as I am.

What I am expecting to experience will be:

Loud roaring wind gusts

A metric fuck ton of rain

Power outage

Downed tree branches

Possibly downed power lines

I am far enough inland that I will likely only get tropical storm force conditions, and I reiterate: I am within the Tampa city district. My street address says Tampa. I am considered part of Tampa. I vote as part of Tampa.

I've evacuated before. I evacuated for the last storm that behaved like this. Hurricane Irma. Do you want to know what evacuation feels like when you live in an area that is relatively low risk?

It's crowded highways, because people do it last minute (though thankfully, this storm, most evacuees are doing it early). It's hotels jacking their rates up astronomically, and being booked. It's calling shelters saying "Can I bring my snakes?" and being told no, so you have to keep going, keep looking.

Then you finally get somewhere. You get there and you settle in and then you are powerless. You don't know what's going on with your home. Is it safe? Has it been looted? Worse, has it been destroyed? What is going on?

Evacuate if it makes you feel safe. Shelter in place is also a valid strategy if you're taking flood and storm surge risks seriously. Look out for your neighbors.

And for fuck's sake, stop making anti-American remarks about a goddamn force of nature. There will be people who lose everything from this storm. There are ALREADY people who have, in fact. There's already two people who have died. Stop pushing your stupid fucking political agendas on a disaster and start giving a fuck about the people who it is directly impacting.

I've lived in Florida my whole life. Hurricanes are a fact of life. Respect their power, but also understand how they work. Don't fearmonger, and don't spread out of context clips.

Sorry for the profanity, I'm just furious and upset and feeling vulnerable. This is something deeply personal to me because so many people have come together to help make sure that I make it, and make it safely.

I don't want to see people taking advantage of a genuinely terrible situation just to make a political stance or try to do numbers on the funny shoelace website.

[irmacuckoo]

@ameliefrost @asherfrostisback @atticus-frost

Hello. My name is Irma. I'm your sister.