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[kaiokenday]

[positivebeatdigest]

Brother's Love - J2K

[aamitmorthos]

*family guy death pose that i don't feel like searching for and pasting here bc im fucking tried and for what tho*

ya know what i'm realizing. some ppl may have the show every line in tags option on in xkit (like me) and this would be better as a read more as to not annoy anyone bc i started rambling

i just want stuff to work. why can't shit just work lol. ive been doing the most who gives a shit task for 2 days, stayed up til 6 bc there was a problem and i am still here. each version of the app is fucking with me & the version i want to fucking use took 2 steps back when on my ereader and i wanna scream.

tachiyomi og - 👍🏾👍🏾 opens epubs, displays their titles. 👎🏾 can only use tachiyomi's folder tachiyomi og - 👍🏾👍🏾 opens epubs, displays their titles. 👎🏾 can only use tachiyomi's folder tachiyomi sy - 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 opens epubs, displays their titles, WILL use og's folder in an update. 👎🏾 wont open epubs on my ereader

typing this out now im like 'who cares' like there are actual things to be stressed over. but like i just really want to move to sy bc it has every setting i want, it works with epubs; and it will support og's folder next update.

all good things i need on my ereader! but i think bc the ereader is on android 11 that it's not working like it is on my phone that's on 13. and there's a reason i want to move away from using zip/cbz bc it's easier to edit epub metadata & boox will just see & apply the cover. for some reason it won't do that if you use an archive file until you click to open it... i have almost 500 manga on here. im not doing that.

i can still set everything up as normal ig, and tbf j2k can read the epubs they just don't show up on the chapter list correctly. but i might just do that UNTIL THERE'S A FUCKING FIX FOR ANYTING

im tried. imma get a migraine over this.

[artisticlegshake]

THE DANCE AWARDS ORLANDO RESULTS 2024

HIGH SCORE BY PERFORMANCE DIVISION (TEEN SMALL GROUPS)

BALLET:

1st Moonlight - WESTCHESTER

2nd Egyptian Elegance - DANCE SPECTRUM

CONTEMPORARY:

1st Demonstration Of Duality - DANCE UNLIMITED

2nd In Tandem - G-FORCE

3rd Brûlée - ART & SOUL

4th Seen & Heard - G-FORCE

5th Grey, Dark Grey, Black - VLAD’S

LYRICAL:

1st Quiet Victories & Celebrated Defeats - STARS

2nd Bitter - MATHER

2nd Natalie Don’t - MATHER

3rd We Stand In Silence - WESTCHESTER

4th No Fear - STUDIO 412

5th Dance Me To The End - AVANTI

5th Little Much - FOCAL POINT

JAZZ:

1st You Don’t Love Me - PROJECT 21

2nd Never Gonna Get It - AVANTI

3rd Funkytown - G-FORCE

4th Heads Will Roll - STUDIO 412

4th Secure The Bag - PRODANCE

5th Bad Bad Thing - SOUTH TULSA

TAP:

1st I’ll Have To Say I Love You In A Song - YOUNG

2nd What’s Going On - FITZSIMMONS

3rd Magic - THE SOUTERN STRUTT

4th Dream On - RHYTHM

4th We Are The Music - TOUCH OF CLASS

5th Coming Back Around - THE DANCER’S EDGE

5th Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing - YOUNG

MUSICAL THEATRE:

1st Annie Get Your Gun - THE STUDIO PROJECT

2nd Nicest Kids In Town - WEST FLORIDA

HIP-HOP:

1st Scrubs - PRODANCE

2nd Identity Crew - THE DANCER’S EDGE

3rd Faaliyah Self - ROCKSTAR

3rd Groove - J2K

4th Lean Back - TOUCH OF CLASS

4th Lose Control - THE STUDIO PROJECT

5th I Look Good - WEST FLORIDA

5th The Lab Mix - ELITE DANCE LAB

BALLROOM:

1st Shaken - D’ANSA JAZZ

SPECIALTY:

1st A Return To Now - EDX

2nd Among My Quietest Fears - VLAD’S

3rd Everything Happens - YOUNG

4th Freak - DANCE UNLIMITED

4th On It - FOCAL POINT

5th A Cat That Really Was Gone - AVANTI

5th Float On - CDC

[ao3feed-itafushi]

Feelings are so confusing

by j2k Yuji is confused if he has a crush on Megumi or not so he uses Junpei for help. Megumi gets jealous but then they kissssss 🥳 Words: 2537, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English Fandoms: 呪術廻戦 | Jujutsu Kaisen (Manga), 呪術廻戦 | Jujutsu Kaisen (Anime) Rating: Not Rated Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Categories: M/M Characters: Itadori Yuuji, Fushiguro Megumi, Yoshino Junpei, Kugisaki Nobara Relationships: Fushiguro Megumi/Itadori Yuuji, Fushiguro Megumi & Itadori Yuuji Additional Tags: itafushi, Confused About Feelings, Denial of Feelings, Idiots in Love, Fluff, High School, Alternate Universe - No Curses (Jujutsu Kaisen), Cuties from AO3 works tagged 'Fushiguro Megumi/Itadori Yuuji' https://ift.tt/0SmuMHj

[tomhardyitalia]

Ig @hypebeastuk @tomhardy is one of the world’s best when in front of the camera, but who knew he’s tried his hand on the mic, too? 🎤

After studying acting at the Drama Centre London, Tom Hardy made his film debut in Ridley Scott’s ‘Black Hawk Down’ in 2001. He later had supporting roles in the ‘Star Trek’ franchise, as well as ‘RocknRolla’ — alongside Idris Elba — and then went on to star in the hit movie ‘Bronson’ in 2008. Since these roles, Hardy has become one of the most trusted actors in the world and one of the most successful to ever come from the UK.

While Hardy’s skill on camera has evolved over the years, many have been quick to forget about his love for UK rap and hip-hop and his aspirations to become a full-time rapper during the earliest phases of his life. Hardy actually signed a record deal as a rapper when he was 15 years old. He worked with Pras, who managed the likes of Leela James and Lauryn Hill, as well as with Grammy-winning producers Warren Riker and Gordon Williams.

In 1999, Hardy recorded an 18-track mixtape with his friend Ed Tracy under the stage names Tommy No. 1 and Eddie Too Tall, respectively. The mixtape, titled ‘Falling On Your Arse,’ was produced by Tracy in his bedroom and features Hardy rapping over the theme from ‘The Godfather’ as well as a slew of other iconic instrumentals.

Additionally, many have been quick to forget that Hardy featured in Wiley’s “J2K ‘Electric Boogaloo (Find A Way)” music video featuring Jodie Connor and J2K, with the actor appearing in a party scene for the club-ready anthem that made the rounds around nightclubs and radio sets alike upon its release.

Check out some of our favourite Tom Hardy moments above.

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[kass-care]

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What Makes Kass Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum Unique?

Works at multiple layers of the skin

Our patented Hyaluronan eleven multi-complex, sourced from a leading lab in Korea works in harmony at different layers of the skin:

Epidermis:  Firstly, our Hyaluronic Acid serum brings intense hydration to the top layer of the skin to eliminate rough, uneven, dry skin. 

Dermis: Secondly, it penetrates deep down into the skin, to refill vacuum capacities that dissolve wrinkles & fine lines instantly to seal lasting hydration. It is the ultimate hydrating solution for oily, acne-prone skin as it does not infuse oils and only aids hydration at the dermis without pore-clogging & avoiding acne formation.

Finally, our revolutionary 11-complex Hyaluronic Acid structure helps form a stronger framework for cell functionality that helps bring balance to oily, acne-prone skin. Hyaluronic Acid Serum regulates several aspects of tissue repair & improves the osmose level of dermal external fluid that keeps hydration level high & infuses hydration that is lost due to TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss).

Hydrating Instantly

One of a kind our multi-molecular contains 36% of Hyaluronic Acid, with a molecular weight of 9kDa that instantly works on the skin to aid trap moisture & water. The key molecule involved in skin moisture is Hyaluronic Acid. It has a unique capacity to bind & retain water molecules. 50% of the total Hyaluronic Acid in humans is in the skin which fills up the space between cells. A compromised Hyaluronic Acid level leads to shrunk space capacity & dry, dull & wrinkled skin. Hyaluronic Acid can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water, making it an excellent moisturizer. It helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin, keeping it hydrated, plump, and supple instantly.

Treats chronic dryness

When the skin’s barrier becomes compromised, it can lead to transepidermal water loss( TEWL). This water loss refers to the amount of water that evaporates off the skin’s surface. As a result of TEWL, the skin may also come as dry and inflamed with an increased threat of developing seditious conditions similar to psoriasis, acne, and eczema. Research shows that ceramide cream can significantly decrease TEWL, which, in turn, boosts skin hydration and improves barrier function.

Relieves Oily, Acne skin

Hyaluronic Acid decreases lipogenesis in sebocytes via the RhoA/AKT pathway. Moreover, our unique Hyaluronic Acid signaling suppresses sebum production in sebaceous glands in human studies. The results support the suggestion that Hyaluronic Acid is an important player in human sebaceous gland biology and a good candidate for the treatment of hyper seborrheic (excessive oil production) states.

Hero ingredients in the serum

Multi Molecular Hyaluronic Acid: Our Hyaluronan eleven multi-complex, works in harmony to firstly penetrate deep down into the skin, secondly, refill & finally seal for instant & lasting hydration. Improves osmose level of dermal external fluid, keeps hydration level high & infuses with hydration that is lost due to TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss). [Origin: J2K BIO; Korea].

Cucumber Extract: Our naturally derived Cucumber Extract contains a mineral called Silica, which makes connective tissues stronger and provides an instant glow. Its antioxidant content keeps skin hydrated and supple for an extended period of time. It also contains Folic Acid and Vitamin C- While Folic Acid helps the skin fight environmental toxins, Vitamin C facilitates newer cell growth. These components help your skin to appear healthier, youthful, and firmer & free from acne

Instensyl ® : 3D molecular network of INSTENSYL® performs by anchoring and spreading itself at the skin surface to form a viscoelastic film, within a fast timeframe. Stable and articulated, this glucan biopolymer (Manihot esculenta) immediately provokes lifting and smoothing effects with ­demonstrated sensorial properties.[Origin: Silab, France].

Aloe Vera Extract:  They have a composition that is rich in polysaccharides which are incorporated in natural skincare products. It increasingly imparts moisturizing properties to the skin while increasing the water content of the outer layer of the skin.

Propendile: A natural viscous liquid derived from corn sugar, is a 3-carbon diol & a power humectant. It is a non-irritating natural alternative to propylene glycol that is suitable for acne-prone & sensitive skin.   

Allantoin: Allantoin helps to attract and retain humidity in the skin as it acts as a humectant. It forms a defensive wall or barrier on the skin's surface, precluding humidity loss and promoting long-lasting hydration. Allantoin also has anti-inflammatory properties that help calm and soothe sensitive skin. It can alleviate redness, itching, and discomfort, making it beneficial for those with conditions like eczema or dermatitis. Ideal for sensitive & overreacting skins.

What are the concerns it targets

Excessive Dry Skin

Dull Skin

Wrinkles & Fine lines

Rough Skin

Hydrate Oily / Acne prone skin

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[davepaste]

I thought we were using the same icon pack. mine doesn't have a Tachiyomi icon however.

been a while since I posted my home screen I think

[yembuk]

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[artisticlegshake]

THE DANCE AWARDS LAS VEGAS RESULTS 2023

TEEN SMALL BALLET:

1st Recomposed – CLUB

2nd Kavina & The Lost Souls – PAS DE DEUX HAWAII

3rd Amor – ELEMENTS

4th Infinite Ocean – ELITE DANCE

TEEN SMALL CONTEMPORARY:

1st Level Up – SOUTH TULSA

2nd The Ocean, You – BUNKER

3rd Weather Elements – THE ROCK

4th Dual Reality – NOR CAL

4th Large and Changing Room – EXPRESSENZ

5th Tides Keep Rolling In – LARKIN

TEEN SMALL LYRICAL:

1st Give Me Love – CLUB

2nd Fate Playing – BOBBIE’S

3rd Back Then – THE DYNAMIC

4th A Fading Presence – THE COMPANY SPACE

TEEN SMALL JAZZ:

1st Loco – CSPAS

2nd Wash & Set – KIM MASSAY

3rd White Noise – DC2

4th Son of a Gun – THE COMPANY SPACE

5th Dare You Not To Dance – THE DANCE KOLLECTIVE TEEN SMALL MUSICAL THEATRE:

1st Lola – SOUTH TULSA

TEEN SMALL TAP:

1st Me and My Shadow – THE DANCE KOLLECTIVE

2nd Stix – THE DANCE KOLLECTIVE

3rd Blueberry Jam - ARTISTIC DANCE PROJECT

4th Time – THE DYNAMIC

5th Cute – DC2

5th Down the Road – CSPAS

TEEN SMALL HIPHOP:

1st Pure Blue – ELEMENTS

2nd Death Letter: Take 2 – THE DYNAMIC

3rd Groove – J2K

4th YSL – ROYAL DANCE WORKS

5th Gimme That - OHANA

TEEN SMALL SPECIALITY:

1st Icky Thump – THE DANCE KOLLECTIVE

2nd 5% Tint – THE DANCE KOLLECTIVE

3rd Keeping Me Alive – ELEMENTS

4th Standing on the Edge – ACADEMY OF NV BALLET

5th Situation – ELEMENTS

TEEN SMALL BALLROOM:

1st Roxanne – MUZE CREATIVE

[tville-fit]

Thank you God for another year of life and another year spending it with the love of my life that stands next too me. Happy Birthday to me!! #dottenfitness24 #titusville #titusvillefl #titusvilleflorida #titusvillecommunity #titusvillecoaches #titusvilleteam #teamdotten #titusvilleshake #brevard #brevardfl #brevardcounty #eatwell #brevardcountyfl #brevardcountyflorida #canada #elsalvador #toronto #austria #coachespage #bigguysbirthday. #birthdaywishes https://www.instagram.com/p/ClfAAh-J2K-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[veryutils]

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[tomhardyitalia]

Ig @hypebeastuk @tomhardy is one of the world’s best when in front of the camera, but who knew he’s tried his hand on the mic, too? 🎤

After studying acting at the Drama Centre London, Tom Hardy made his film debut in Ridley Scott’s ‘Black Hawk Down’ in 2001. He later had supporting roles in the ‘Star Trek’ franchise, as well as ‘RocknRolla’ — alongside Idris Elba — and then went on to star in the hit movie ‘Bronson’ in 2008. Since these roles, Hardy has become one of the most trusted actors in the world and one of the most successful to ever come from the UK.

While Hardy’s skill on camera has evolved over the years, many have been quick to forget about his love for UK rap and hip-hop and his aspirations to become a full-time rapper during the earliest phases of his life. Hardy actually signed a record deal as a rapper when he was 15 years old. He worked with Pras, who managed the likes of Leela James and Lauryn Hill, as well as with Grammy-winning producers Warren Riker and Gordon Williams.

In 1999, Hardy recorded an 18-track mixtape with his friend Ed Tracy under the stage names Tommy No. 1 and Eddie Too Tall, respectively. The mixtape, titled ‘Falling On Your Arse,’ was produced by Tracy in his bedroom and features Hardy rapping over the theme from ‘The Godfather’ as well as a slew of other iconic instrumentals.

Additionally, many have been quick to forget that Hardy featured in Wiley’s “J2K ‘Electric Boogaloo (Find A Way)” music video featuring Jodie Connor and J2K, with the actor appearing in a party scene for the club-ready anthem that made the rounds around nightclubs and radio sets alike upon its release.

Check out some of our favourite Tom Hardy moments above.

[versilperihelion]

i did feel like looking up which portrait was which and give some descriptions as a totally normal thing to do at 6 am soon before work cause who's gonna stop me, monarch cops? (well work's gonna stop me cause no way i'm getting this done in 45 minutes), so thank you for doing half of it and imma attempt to describe each in short based on what the wikipedia says through the lens of what we were taught about each of them at school for how they're remembered. there will be tangents for important context and embedded wikipedia links for convenience.

top-left (my life is a living hell and i have nobody to blame but myself), John II Casimir Vasa (Jan II Kazimierz Waza, imma call him J2K here)

*inhale*

okay so.

we must first talk about parallel universes the royal elections in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth (PLC from now on, lazy). 1573 the nobles decided that after the second major dynasty ended heir-less they'll be electing each new king. that seemed like a good idea at the time for them with all the juicy benefits they could make the king promise them, plus they'd keep from losing local prestige points. that proved to be a bad idea long-term cause it weakened the PLC and allowed external influence to seep in and you can read more about the partitions of Poland. But other than that, select a king from some valid noble home, make him promise benefits to the nobility, roll in the dough.

so J2K was a Vasa. you might recall that name from one ship known for its extraordinary lack of buoyancy. that's cause J2K was from that Swedish family and the third (...and last) Vasa king elected in a row. this will be important in a few sentences. first, let's talk about the Cossacks in the south-east who revolted against the rule of the catholic nobles and were supported by Russia that invaded so that's already bad. but Russia was also taking over the north-eastern parts (current Estonia-Latvia area) which Sweden didn't like cause they wanted to dominate the Baltic that i can only barely and as a technicality call a sea. and didn't help that J2K was making claims to the Swedish throne, even titling himself as the king of Poland and Sweden in official stuff, which was a bit of a no-no across the tiny pond.

so if you want to have a gist of how bad the Swedish invasion was, in Polish it's most commonly referred to as the "potop szwedzki", or the Swedish Deluge, with the word deluge only really used in that form otherwise to talk about the biblical one, the big boi water. sooooo yeah. J2K abdicated eventually and left to France cause he was on good terms with them. and the folks here had to pick up the pieces. a fun thing to note with that earlier how election diminished the king's power and empowered the nobility, it's commonly said and taught (though it's incorrect) that the first instance of the use of liberum veto was during J2K's reign - it was on the parliament deciding the next election, but close enough. what was liberum veto, in short? imagine there's a session of a parliament of representatives of nobility. one dude stands up and shouts "fuck this shit!" and that is binding as "this session of the parliament is now dissolved, everyone go home". sounds like a stable political system, right? also fun fact, guess who was supportive of the Swedish Deluge, given PLC was mostly catholic at the time (with the eastern parts being local majority orthodox as we gathered last paragraph)? one certain self-appointed lord protector from a small island to the west. you know, the one near Calais. wild times those years were.

no wonder the country got erased from the maps for 123 years huh

fuck me it's 7 am now and i'm just 1/9 through.

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top-middle (my life is a living hell and God will regret letting me live), Mieszko II Lambert (imma call him M2L)

and now we go back to when years started with 10-. this guy was the third confirmed ruler of still young and recently established properly Poland, and its second king. there were rumors (convenient for German rulers at the time) that he usurped the throne after the death of his father. he may have also not treated his two brothers too well, whicih would check out later.

when Germans were busy M2L went lootin' which understandably lead to a war.it went badly and more states allied against him. so his two brothers struck back to grab power, M2L had to try to flee to Czech, he was captured and castrated (he had a son prior to that, fortunately), while his brother Bezprym took control, sent back the Polish crown jewels (given by the Holy Roman Emperor to M2L's and Bezprym's father after being recognized as a proper king. not M2L's own ones, that'd be weird), and was murdered a year later. M2L returned, formally rejected getting the crown back, and split the country between him, his other brother, and a nephew. got all the pieces back eventually before dying but left the country messy, weakened, and a bit less christian than was made by his predecessors, with pagan uprisings and whatnot.

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top-right (my life is a living hell and i'm making that everyone else's problem), Sigsmund II Augustus (Zygmunt II August, Z2A)

so you know that second major dynasty and whatnot and how when it ran out the elections were established? yeah that was the last guy of that dynasty.

well, he did formally unify the Kingdom of Poland and Grand Duchy of Lithuania, till now just in a personal union, into one state - the PLC. he also had the total of three wives (one after another), at least one controversial for his court, fought a war with Russia and Sweden for control over the Baltic that ended with nothing interesting, and died causing a problem for everyone with needing to introduce elections. which well, as we've established, wasn't really really that big of a problem to the nobility. until it was but that was the future nobles' problem.

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middle-left (i have no idea how i got here, even less where i'm going and i have nobody to blame but myself), Stanisław II August Poniatowski (SAP from now on)

*inhale* oh boi. where do we begin with you. like he tried. he tried to some extent. but really couldn't.

on one hand he was a reformer, propagator of art and sciences. on the other, he got elected with support of Catherine II of Russia with whom he maintained an alliance. you might have a vague "oh no" of where this might be going.

elected as part of a military coup done by the nobles supported by Russians, he inherited a huge fucking mess, but still tried to do at least something useful despite not being too liked. the big mess at the time was regarding the law protecting non-catholics from discrimination. i'm really not gonna go into all of this mess, you can look it up. Russians being orthodox and having the king very on their side were very involved. political reform plans kinda died cause he had to enshrine all the privileges granted to the nobles and the PLC became a Russian protectorate.

some nobles got together to fight back against the Russian influence and threat to the catholic faith in the country. how did that go? oh. the first partition of the PLC ceding some territory to Prussia, Russia, and the Habsburg Austria to avoid the growing influence of Russia upsetting the balance of regional power. wwwwwwwwwelp.

sadly it's really not that much of a surprise. with how the state had been weakening with nobility doing whatever they wanted it was a matter of time. Russian ambassador was effectively co-ruler along with SAP. SAP to his credit still tried to do something and it was around that time that he was doing a lot of the science and art promotion. he also tried to do some reforms, cleaning up the political mess, leading to the constitution of the 3rd of May (1791), putting some more limitations on the noble abuses of power, putting peasants under royal protection, adding some equality, and turning the PLC into a constitutional hereditary monarchy, notably the second such constitution document in the world after certain thirteen colonies did theirs. 3rd of May nowadays is a national holiday commemorating it and leading to many people taking 2/5 off to have a tree free days block which if 1/5 lands on a monday or 3/5 on a friday, hell yeah dude. so clearly it was a momentuous-

oh, Russia doesn't like the whole hereditary monarchy thing limiting their influence and is invading. well shit. PLC tried to defend itself, its ally Prussia decided nah we're out, or in fact you know we're in on Russia's side, and SAP had to back down. so you know how i said "first" partition of the PLC? yeah time for the second one, Habsburgs sat that one out cause they weren't really participating.

and then there was the uprising headed by general Tadeusz Kościuszko, participant in the American war of independence, trying to do something after the king effectively gave up. it was also around the time of the French revolution. wild times huh. anyway the uprising failed and the third partition completely took all the remaining territory of the PLC and split it between Prussia, Russia, and Austria. SAP abdicated. and went to Russia where he fared pretty well for himself. until 1918 Poland would only exist as two rump states for a bit, the Duchy of Warsaw set up by Napoleon, and the "Kingdom of Poland" set up by the Congress of Vienna and given into the Russian sphere of influence (soon annexed) so the tsar stops his tantrum and lets them do the rest of the work. Lithuania didn't even get these rump states till that time. sorry guys. you kinda got a Wales treatment in this whole deal.

soooo yeah. Stanisław August Poniatowski. gold star with "you tried" in comic sans.

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middle-middle (i have no idea how i got here, even less where i'm going and God will regret letting me live), Michał Korybut Wiśniowiecki (MKW)

phew okay. who's next after all that. oh. Wiśniowiecki. ffffffine.

this guy was elected right after J2K. you know, the first guy from this list. he ruled for four years. he just. really didn't do much. he faced internal conflicts between royalist faction and pro-French faction, had a war with the Ottoman Empire and had to bail from it cause he got food poisoning, handed over the military command to hetman (field marshal) Sobieski, who won the battle, got that shit on track, and not too long later when MKW died got elected as the next king and gained respect of the Ottoman Empire. so yeah. biggest achievement of MKW? making Jan Sobieski look even better.

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middle-right (i have no idea how i got here, even less where i'm going and i'm making that everyone else's problem), Sigismund III Vasa (Zygmunt III Waza, Z3W)

hey so remember the first guy from the list, the third Vasa king in a row? this was the first one. during his time, Poland (and Lithuania counted together) reached their, and let me quote the Historia Civilis channel here, "beefiest" territory. he was also legitimately the king of Sweden at the same time. well, for a time until the war with Sweden cause there was a fear that he'd try to bring catholicism back to Sweden. so that eventually lead to what we know about J2K. oh yeah and then there was the thing with going against Russia during the time of several False Dmitrys there. that's how Romanovs got the throne there.

but anyway until that happened, during that war with Russia, PLC actually did pretty well, getting all the way to Moscow and there was a possibility of his son taking Russian throne, if and only if he converted to orthodoxy. he did not. the empire struck back. i don't know for sure but i think the meddling with the whole Time of Troubles, and the rejection of the orthodox faith, and making a mess in Moscow might be at least part of why Russia has historically be so hell-bent on taking Poland. the anniversary of kicking the Polish out of Moscow is a holiday in Russia now, the Unity Day.

so yeah Z3W had a really big chance and chose his faith (that got him into a war with Sweden) over making Poland the beefiest state in history. bummer. at least alt-hist folks can have a field day with that one. also he moved the capital from Kraków (Cracow) to Warszawa (Warsaw), so i guess i can thank him for making Kraków less smoggy in the 21st century.

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bottom-left (i'm having a GREAT time and i have nobody to blame but myself), Jogaila, Ladislaus II Jogaila (Władysław II Jagiełło, W2J)

so you know that second big dynasty? this is its first guy and the reason why we in the end had the PLC in the first place.

originally the grand duke of Lithuania, got picked to take the Polish crown after the last guy of the first dynasty died without a male heir, the crown went to a guy from Hungary for a bit, and then to his daughter who was crowned king (yes, not queen), and then married Jogaila, he got baptized, they became co-regents, and kicked the collective asses of the Teutonic Order in 1410.

solid lad. well remembered. did fine. his portrait is on the 100 PLN banknote.

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bottom-middle (i'm having a GREAT time and God will regret letting me live), Bolesław II the Bold (Bolesław II Śmiały, B2S)

either the Bold (Śmiały) or the Generous (Szczodry). historians can argue about that, i don't feel like it. remember M2L from earlier? that's his grandson. and between these two there was a bit of a mess to say the least.

he tried to get Poland out of the imperial dominance from the west so in the conflict between the Holy Roman Empire and the papacy he sided with the latter. well, it worked, he got crowned king after all that mess with M2L. didn't really take much shit, and when a bishop opposed the punishments he was handing out, he handed out one for that bishop too. until that point where he had to flee to Hungary and his brother took the throne, he did fine in strengthening the state.

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bottom-right (i'm having a GREAT time and i'm making that everyone else's problem), Bolesław I the Brave (Bolesław I Chrobry, B1C)

okay who's last. ah, right, twenty dollars the hedgehog.

so that was the son of the first guy we historically know for sure ruled Poland the father of M2L. he supported christianization of Poland and when a bishop from Prague went to the territory of Prussians (the Baltic tribe, before the Teutons took over and made the place German) and got sliiiightly killed, B1C bought his body back for as much gold as he weighed. that was nice enough of him to do that the Holy Roman Emperor came over in year exactly 1000, gave him some gifts (allegedly reliquaries), recognized his sovereignty over Poland, and established an archdiocese so the church in Poland had some local leadership. then the emperor died, new one didn't like him so much, there was another war, and at some point B1C was crowned as the first king of Poland.

oh yeah and the 20$ the hedgehog non sequitur joke is cause he's on the 20 PLN banknote.

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it is now 9 am for me. whoever got this far, enjoy looking up more of this stuff if you're curious. both a pity and hooray that none of the rulers from around the feudal fragmentation made it into those 9 cause it would've been interesting to bring up but at the same time not sure if i'd feel like writing that. have fun taking that wikipedia dive.

New Meme Alignment Chart came to me in a fit of Mania this morning. Have fun kids!