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Ouija board's stories in other cultures.

Hello, everyone!

Today, I will you story about Ouija board, or it can call as "Talking board", or "Spirit board". It is a divination tool for summon a spirit, a demon, an angel, or an entity for talking via by board or paper with alphabets, numbers, and those words are "Yes", "No", and "Goodbye". And it movable by a planchette, a pen, a coin, a sauce tray or a sauce dish, or an empty glass. Also, you can use pendulum or dowsing rod for automatic writing too.

And today, I'll tell a Ouija or spirit board story in other cultures that I can do find a few stories.

In the Western culture.

There is said to use the Ouija board for communication with a spirit, dates back to Ancient Greece era as far as 540 BC. (It is assumed it got the origin from China in ancient.). Pythagoras, who is Greek philosopher was believe in rebirth or spirit, did use talking board with his student's name was "Philolaus". Also, it has connected to Ancient Roman where two people used it for choosing the successors to be king too. Later in 1886, Elijah Bond and Charles Kenner were manufactured talking board in the first time in Chestertown, Maryland. And in 1890, they were giving a name is "Ouija" which from French is "Oui" and German is "Ja" after they did use it for gave a name to be called it by spelled that "O-U-I-J-A" with their cousin who is medium, her name is Helen Peters in Baltimore, Maryland. Thus, "Ouija" is meaning "Good luck". In 1891, Fuld brothers, William Fuld and Isaac Fuld. They bought the rights Ouija board and recorded a patent, and also, they renamed as "Ouija Novelty" by after they did acquisition form Kenner's group. But in 1901, Isaac was his license revoked by Ouija Novelty, but he still did make a Ouija board but is suspended by a judge. Until in 1920, court declared William did won and he did can manufacture Ouija board. Later, in 1966, Fuld's family sold the right to Parker Brothers after William Fuld was passed away by his accident in 1927. In present, Ouija board's image is popular, and it is a standard setting psychical of talking board or spirit board for divination or talking with an entity or a spirit in western cultural too.

In the Chinese culture.

There is assumed that beginning in 551 BC approximately in Zhou dynasty era or in 420 BC about in Liu Song dynasty era when China was Northern and Southern dynasties era. There was used planchette writing by automatic writing with moving by dowsing a rod that called "Fuji or Fu-chi (Chinese: 扶乩/扶箕: Pinyin: fújī)". It uses for calling and talking with gods, goddesses or deities, or a spirit. It became popular in Song dynasty era around in 1100. But it blocked in Qing dynasty era. In present, Fuji is always to use in formally as calling gods, goddesses, or deities in Taoism Temples. And it has way to calling or summon a ghost or spirit for people who don't need to be informally, and they can do it in everywhere by the bottom dish with red arrow down for moving and paper or board has Chinese characters. It called "Die-Xian (Chinese: 碟仙 Pinyin: Dié xiān)". It can call as "Dish spirit" too.

In Japanese culture.

The talking board or spirit board in Japanese version is called "Kokkuri (Japanese: こっくり)", "Kokkuri-san (Japanese: こっくりさん)". It uses for summoning or calling an entity or an animal spirit. Its origin psychical is three bamboo rods arranged to make a tripod upon which is covered by a cloth, or they have tags are inserted into each of the word from animal's names are fox, dog and tanuki. For other words are trancing with finger on the bottom plate. In another story, there is said in 1884. American sailor has brought table turning to Japan and it became so popular. Because it cannot be easy to be find in that time, thus, they did stack up three sets of round rice containers and play that way which they would lean. It was said that "Kokkuri, kokkuri to katamuku (Japanese: こっくり、こっくりと傾く。)" It is meaning as "Leaning, they're leaning.". And the word is "Kokkuri" in Kanji that 「狐狗狸」 is from "fox (狐)", "dog (犬) or tengu (天狗)" and "Tanuki (狸)". It is meaning to summon or calling those an entities or spirit animals too. And it became popular since Meiji era. In present, Kokkuri in modern physical is paper with Torii door on the top-middle on papers and characters is usually writing with Hiragana characters, numbers and a 10-yen coin for moving.

In Thai culture

Ouija board or Talking board in Thai version is called "Phi Thuai Khaeo (Thai: ผีถ้วยแก้ว)", it is Thai traditional game or summon a spirit or an entity. It is assumed from Chinese Ouija board is Fuji. But its physical is looking likes as Ouija board in western, but they are just drawing by a small glass instead of planchette. And should throw that small glass too.

OK, everyone. These are stories of Ouija board how to play are seem as "Using your finger to moving follow for answer, cannot cancel meanwhile you are playing before say 'Thank you' or 'Goodbye', and the last thing is you don't should be playing it alone and you must be brave person." And it may be dangerous to you too. Thus, let be fun with safety or just and read it for fun!

Happy Halloween!

You can read more it forms those references:

Museum of Talking Boards: Ancient Ouija Boards, Fact or Fiction?

More Than A Game: The True History Of Ouija Boards | Ancient Origins (ancient-origins.net)

Introduction - Ouija Board: Topics in Chronicling America - Research Guides at Library of Congress (loc.gov)

The strange business history of the Ouija board (thehustle.co)

Ouija board - New World Encyclopedia

Ouija board made by Willie Ellis, c. 1933 - Museum of the Riverina (museumriverina.com.au)

The Ouija board's mysterious origins: war, spirits, and a strange death | Life and style | The Guardian

Fuji (planchette writing) - Wikipedia

TAOIST SORCERY: Playing The Chinese Ouija Board - Die-Xian (碟仙) (taoist-sorcery.blogspot.com)

TAOIST SORCERY: Chinese Planchette / Spirit Writing - Fu-Ji (扶乩) (taoist-sorcery.blogspot.com)

Kokkuri - Wikipedia

Kokkuri-san | Kowabana

Kokkuri-san: How To Play The Spirit Of The Coin (theghostinmymachine.com)

Japan’s version of a ouija board: We try to summon Mr. Kokkuri | SoraNews24 -Japan News-

What is a Phi Thuai Khaeo (ผีถ้วยแก้ว)? – PAHUYUTH

8 Legit Ways To Summon & See Ghosts In Thailand According To Local Paranormal Experts - ASIAGHOSTS

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Livin’ La Vida Loca (Echoes of the Past 15: Freebie!)

Finally it is finished! I had an irritating writing block, but I’m happy it’s over now. This fic sets during the plague, when Hande is apprenticing with Julian.

The name of this fic is from a song Livin’ La Vida Loca by Ricky Martin

Characters: Hande Kuura & Julian Devorak

Content warning: some profanities

Words: ~3 250

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It has been a long day at the clinic – lots of patients and lots of research. Julian is tired and he can see that his apprentice is as well. She tries to put on a brave face, but he can see that she's very tense – has she had any chance to relax? They have been working together for five months, but Julian has only seen Hande at work. He has learned that Hande is extremely conscientious, fast learner and she really cares for the patients. He has also found out, that like him, Hande loves reading and it is fun to discuss about different books during their lunch breaks. Julian has grown to like her, and even see her as his friend – the busy days feel less tiring with her around.

After locking the door behind the last patient, Julian turns to Hande and smiles at her, ”Well, that was a busy one. Great work – I can't even realise how I did manage before you tagged along!” Hande chuckles to Julian's praises and shrugs, ”Thanks, but it's not just me – you really are a spectacular doctor, believe it or not.” Julian blushes by the compliment, but Hande is too polite to point it out. She just pats her teacher's hardel and goes to change to her everyday clothes. While Julian is in the other room changing himself he ponders if he should ask Hande out. They are practically colleagues and they're also friends, so it wouldn't be inappropriate. He also has a feeling that Hande is quite lonely, with her family and friends in Karnassos.

”Hey, Hande?” Julian shouts to his apprentice so she could hear her, ”Would you mind if I took you somewhere? Erm, to let our hair down, so to speak?” The doctor hears only silence for a moment, before Hande's voice echoes from another room, ”No, I wouldn't mind, that sounds nice.” Julian lets out a relieved sigh and his lips twitch into a small smile, ”Great! I can offer you something to eat as a thank you, if you wish?” He hears Hande coming back to the office while she hums in affirmative. After Julian's done, he goes to the office and sees Hande opening her hair which is tied into a French twist. Her hair is pretty long, he notes, settling to the level of her waist. Stop gawking! That's inappropriate!

Hande turns to look at Julian, looking a little embarrassed, ”I don't want to keep the same hairstyle during my free time, otherwise I'd never let go of the work stuff. It probably sounds silly...” Julian gives Hande a friendly smile and shakes his head, ”No, it doesn't sound silly at all. It's good you have ways to avoid thinking about work during your free time.” Hande smiles back, separates her hair in two parts and starts to braid the other half. Julian is looking at her procedure and his curiosity takes over, ”Uhm, may I ask what are you going to do?” Hande glances at Julian before she turns back and continues braiding, ”I'm going to make two braids and pull them over my head, like a headband. Then no one gets the opportunity to try and pull my hair.” Julian seems to think for a moment and before he can reconsider he asks, ”Do you... Do you want me to braid the other half? It'd be faster that way.” Hande turns to face Julian, looking surprised, but also a little amused, her eyebrows raising. Before Hande can say anything Julian blurts, ”Uhm, I can braid... I have a little sister... I used to braid her hair sometimes.”

Hande's eyes widen for a little moment – she didn't expect to hear something like that. She recovers from her shock quickly and beckons Julian to come closer. Julian understands that Hande has accepted his offer and tentatively starts to braid her hair. It feels slippery and soft in his hands – completely different than Pasha's hair. ”Tell me about her. Your sister, I mean,” Hande asks silently after a moment of silence. Julian chuckles and starts to tell while braiding, ”Her name is Pasha. She's three years older than you and we grew up in Nevivon together...” He continues telling about his sister while they are working on Hande's hairstyle. Hande looks satisfied and compliments Julian's work which causes the poor doctor to blush again. When the duo is ready Julian dramatically offers his arm to Hande, who laughs and with an exaggerated curtsey takes it. ”Well, Doctor Devorak, show me the way!”

***

Hande looks curiously at the sign above her head: The Rowdy Raven. She has never been here before and she's curious to see it. The place seems to be a tavern, but it looks rather cozy when she peeks through the window. Still, she can't help feeling a little nervous – what if she ends up being too obviously out of place? Well, fortune favors the brave, as they say... Hande lets Julian lead her into the tavern. They're welcomed with loud laughter and music playing in the background – there's a band playing in a corner. That makes Hande feel herself more at home, if you could call a tavern a home.

The young woman looks around her. There are locals and people from abroad, all of them having a good time chatting or playing cards with each other. People who notice her and Julian entering turn to greet her teacher with joy on their faces. Hande tenses a little, because it is clear, that Julian is very popular person in here, and Hande is... Well, she's here for the first time in her life, although she's lived in Vesuvia for almost a year. Julian squeezes Hande with his arm reassuringly, ”I'd get us some food and drinks. Do you have any wishes?” Hande looks a little pensive, but she decides it's better to speak than stay silent. ”Uhm... Are there... Are there any non-alcoholic drinks? I'm a teetotaler...” she whispers uncertainly.

Julian freezes on the spot. Shit. Congratulations, you've fucked up and brought a teetotaler to a tavern.. You idiot... His faces turns red again and he sputters, ”I-I'm sorry! I didn't know that...” Hande notices Julian's panicking and hurries to assuring him, ”No, no, it's fine! I don't mind others drinking, well at least if they're not steaming... I've just never amused to drink alcohol myself... It isn't because of any belief, if that's any comfort...” Julian is surprised, how Hande is nervous about his reaction, and can't help but smile to her, ”No, you don't need to worry! I don't mind at all, and you're not obliged to explain your reasons, if you don't want to. There should be also some non-alcoholic drinks, so no harm done.” Hande smiles to him thankfully which makes Julian a little giddy. No, concentrate. Go and order your food and drinks!

Hande waits by a table when Julian gives their orders to a barkeeper. The young woman glances around, observing other patrons curiously, wondering where some of them might come from. Soon Julian comes back with their drinks. ”Barth said he'll bring the food soon,” he says, handing her a glass with lime green liquid in it. ”I hope you like this one, I wasn't quite sure what to get,” Julian says, looking a little embarrassed. Hande smiles at him reassuringly and takes a little sip from her drink. It's suitably sweet with citrus aroma – probably lemon and lime combined. ”This is so good! Dr. Devorak, how did you manage to choose a drink I like so much?” Hande asks sounding impressed, which makes the poor Julian to blush again. ”Well, erm... I wish I could say it was intuition, but... uhm... I remember how you once told me you like lemons so...” the man stammers. Now it's Hande's turn to get embarrassed; she doesn't blush visibly, but she can feel her cheeks burn. Julian remembers random things I've mentioned to him? ”You're way too good friend for me... I really am flattered, that you remember my ramblings.”

A little later Barth, the barkeeper, brings their meals in front of them and they eat in comfortable silence, sometimes asking or commenting something. Hande finds the tavern's atmosphere a little rowdy, but not hostile, and she feels more at ease. It's nice to spend time with Julian and see him outside of their work. Suddenly Hande's concentration turns to a discussion a few tables away. There are four men discussing in a foreign language which Hande recognises as Hjallean. She gets excited – she hasn't met any people from her mother's hometown for a long time. She apologises Julian and turns to face the men, ”Förlåt mig. Är ni från Hjalle?¹” The men turn to face Hande, looking positively surprised, ”Ja. Hur kan du tala hjalska, är du från där också?²” Hande smiles and answers, ”Jag föddes i Karnassos. Min mamma är från Hjalle, men hon tillhör Skogsfolket.³” The quintet continues their excited conversation. Julian smiles and watches how Hande speaks fluently in Hjallean, and listens when she finds out that the men are sailors and actually know her grandfather. Hande seems so happy to hear from her family that Julian can feel it, too. He also can't help, but to miss his own family a little.

A little later Julian also joins the conversation which causes the men and Hande to cheer in surprise. The group has a friendly conversation and orders drinks to each other, until the band starts to play a Hjallean folk song which causes the sailors and Hande to sing along. Julian can't help but notice how Hande's voice is clear and beautiful, echoing above hollering of the sailors. To be entirely honest, Julian is mesmerized my her voice – she sounds like a siren, without ill intent, of course. After the song had ended, the sailors cheer to Hande, who looks a little humbled after getting that much attention, but still has a small smile on her face. The band's leader shouts to their table, ”Since the miss sang so beautifully, you can decide our next song!” Hande glances at Julian with a confused expression on her face. Julian just smiles to her encouragingly and winks. Hande smirks and states, ”I will decide, but on one condition: I get to play it, too.”

The band leader looks curious, ”Can the miss play, as well?” Hande nods and answers, ”Yes, I can play the fiddle. I've had lessons since I was a little girl.” The other band members grin and the fiddler steps up, handing their instrument to Hande. She stands up and walks to the corner, inspecting the fiddle for a moment. After she's satisfied, she tunes the instrument and asks, ”Do you know this song?” Hande plays a little part as a sample and the band leader chuckles and agrees. The leader gives a mark about starting the song and Hande joins the band. Julian is awed: this woman doesn't have a single drop of alcohol in her, and she still is having the time of her life. Joyful, wonderful singer and player even – and she's never mentioned any of that to him. This fascinating combination of humbleness and showmanship. Julian watches how Hande's fingers move on the fiddle, how concentrated she is. The song is a little melancholic, but still eventful and fast. The world seems to disappear: there's only music and Hande.

The enchantment is broken when the song ends. Hande remembers where she is and is a little flabbergasted by her courage, but is happy that she played. She doesn't remember when was the last time she had this much fun – in Julian's company she feels at ease, like her old self is coming back to life after so many years. Hande turns to see Julian who is cheering and applauding to them with the others at the tavern. The band leader thanks her when she gives the fiddle back to its owner and returns to her companion. ”Wow... I didn't know you could sing or play!” Julian compliments when she sits down. Hande lowers her gaze for a moment, but soon looks up and shrugs, ”Well... You don't need singing or playing when you're trying to be a doctor's apprentice. To be honest, complimenting myself is really hard for me, and I got this temporary moment of courage. I haven't played in front of an audience for years.” Julian smiles to Hande and feels warmth inside of him – he isn't sure if it's because of alcohol or his company. Concentrate. She's your apprentice. Julian clears his throat and speaks again, ”Did you like it? Playing in front of an audience, I mean.” Hande seems pensive before she gives a hesitant answer, ”Yes.”

Before Julian can say or do anything else, one of the sailors cut in. ”You should be proud of yourself, you really did great back there! Was that a Forestian song? I recognised it, but I'm not sure.” Hande turns to face the sailors and nods, ”Yes. I was surprised the band knew it, but it was fun. Karnassian music is much more popular, so it's nice to hear Hjallean ones for a change.” The group continues their conversation, but Julian is mostly concentrated on Hande. When they are telling about their work to the sailors, Julian, now a little tipsy, tells in surprising excitement, ”Yes... But you know what? Hande here, she... She can do MAGIC!” Hande doesn't have time to react before the sailors gasp in excitement and plead her to show them. Julian now realises he might have screwed up and tries to come to her rescue, but Hande speaks after a little silence, ”Would you like to hear a story? I can illustrate it with magic.” The sailors and even Julian show their enthusiasm for the idea. One of the sailors suggest a scary story and Hande proceeds, telling a Karnassian story about a jinn who fell in love with a human, but in time the human went mad for being so close to the jinn.

Probably for the first time in his life, Julian is awed by seeing magic. The light figures dancing in the air while Hande tells the story such a fascinating way make Julian feel giddy, almost like a child again. Being with Hande here and how... radiant she is, it's nearly overwhelming. The story is indeed scary, but he can't help but smile at her, and his heart jumps when Hande gives him a little smile back with her sparkling eyes. Other patrons have also gathered around watching the spectacle and shower Hande with compliments after the story is over. The sailors try to ask her to tell another, but Hande chuckles, ”I'm sorry, guys, but magic can be very taxing and I don't want to exhaust myself after a long day.” The sailors groan in disappointment, but still pat Hande on her shoulders, buying her one more drink. Julian hasn't bought any more drinks, because he tries not to get steaming, like Hande had expressed earlier – he doesn't want to make Hande feel uncomfortable. The music is compelling and he'd like to ask Hande to dance, but isn't sure if it's appropriate.

After a short internal debate, his reason seems to leave him, when Hande turns to look at him. Julian hasn't noticed it before, but now Hande's eyes look so beautiful, almost like the deep, blue water. His body starts to move on its own: he reaches his hand towards Hande, palm up and his mouth opens before he can think of it, ”Oh, miss Kuura... Would you like to have a dance with me?” Hande watches Julian's hand and laughs goodheartedly to his dramatic request. Julian is pretty sure Hande's thinking is pretending, but he still feels a little nervous. Finally Hande decides to save her teacher, ”Yes, I'd like that. Though, I must warn you, I haven't danced for a long time. I might be quite rusty.” Julian just chuckles and reassures his apprentice by saying that she'll be fine. Hande smiles to Julian again and gives her hand to him.

Julian places his hand on Hande's waist chastely and leads her to dance. His apprentice is a little tense at first, probably because they're first time this close to each other and because she is nervous about her dancing skills. ”Just relax, I got you,” Julian whispers to Hande, smiling to her reassuringly. Hande takes a deep breath and nods, trying to smile back, although the final result is a little lopsided. The current song is quite fast, just perfect for Julian. He guides Hande who seems to trust him enough and let the music, rhythm and Julian lead her. After a moment she relaxes and the dance feels more natural. Julian enjoys being this close to Hande, seeing her feeling comfortable in his arms. She's so vibrant, so beautiful... I haven't noticed it before. Julian tries to shake off his thoughts and have a little conversation with his apprentice, complimenting her dancing and telling how nice the evening has been. Hande smiles to him which makes him feel weak in his knees. She enjoys my company, her laughter, so full of joy. It almost makes me forget the current situation...

The dance is enchanting and Julian wants the moment to never end. The band starts to play a different song, much more speedy than the last one. This causes Julian to get an idea. He faces Hande with a little smirk on his face. ”Hande, do you trust me?” he asks. Hande looks at Julian a little hesitant, but then lets out a little laugh, ”Yes, I do trust you, Julian. But please, don't kill me.” Hande's last remark causes Julian to bark a laughter and whisper into her ear, ”I wouldn't dream of it.” He tightens his grip of Hande and leads her to the outskirts of the dance floor. Hande only gets a little warning to brace herself, before Julian lifts her, so she's now standing on a chair, and he soon follows suit. Then he rises on a longer table, taking Hande with her. She lets out a surprised yelp, but recovers soon. ”Why, Julian, are you suggesting, that we'd dance on the table?” Hande whispers her question, and Julian can hear her mischievous tone. Oh gods, she's a treasure.

Julian's smirk gets wider and he twirls Hande around before starting to dance properly. The band speeds up and patrons cheer to the duo while some of them try to save their pints. None of the things on the table gets knocked – Hande lets Julian lead her and he's done this before so he is very confident with his partner. The Rowdy Raven is filled with music, cheering and Hande's and Julian's laughter. Suddenly Hande takes the charge and dips Julian in the middle of the table, making him grab Hande for his life. Now it's Hande's turn to smirk and she leans in to whisper to Julian, ”Thank you, Julian. I didn't realise I needed this.” Julian blushes, but manages to give Hande a bashful smile, when Hande lifts him up and they continue their dance. Julian forgets everyone else and just gaze at Hande mesmerized, feeling happy for the first time for gods know how long. This intelligent, warm-hearted and beautiful person is dancing with him, smiling at him.

Oh shit. I think I have a crush.  

TRANSLATIONS:

¹ ”Excuse me. Are you from Hjalle?

² ”Yes. How can you talk Hjallean, are you from there, too?”

³ ”I was born in Karnassos. My mom is from Hjalle, but she belongs to Forest people.”

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EIGHT PEOPLE I’D LIKE TO GET TO KNOW BETTER!

𝟎𝟏. ( ALIAS / NAME ) ——  Jassi, but I don’t mind if people call me Jazz, Jas or whatever they like!

𝟎𝟐.  ( BIRTHDAY ) ——   November 22nd, 1994!

𝟎𝟑.  ( ZODIAC SIGN ) ——    Depends on who you ask, my birthday’s a bit of an awkward date for zodiac signs.  Some sources say Scorpio, others say Sagittarius.

𝟎𝟒.  ( HEIGHT ) ——    About 5′0″.

𝟎𝟓.  ( HOBBIES ) ——   Writing, roleplaying, gaming, bicycling!

𝟎𝟔.  ( FAVORITE COLOR ) ——    Light blue! I also like red, orange, white and yellow - bright and happy colors!

𝟎𝟕.  ( FAVORITE BOOKS ) ——  Bone by Jeff Smith, I also really like a lot of manga and have started collecting it - I currently have the first three volumes of the Sailor Moon eternal edition and the first volume of Fate Grand Order.  Also picked up a manga based on the movie Labyrinth.

𝟎𝟖.  ( LAST SONG LISTENED TO ) —— Happy Together (Was rewatching the Detective Pikachu trailer for nostalgia.)

𝟎𝟗.  ( LAST FILM OR SHOW WATCHED ) ——  Currently watching Paranormal Activity 2.

𝟏𝟎.  ( INSPIRATION FOR MUSE ) —— Probably his unique and distinctive look!

𝟏𝟏.  ( STORY BEHIND URL ) ——   Suggested to me by a friend so I take no credit for the URL! It’s all them!

Tagged By: @lcstkey​​ (Thank you, thank you!)

Tagging: The meme says 8 people, but I’m saying screw it, steal this from me - I want to get to know you all better!~

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LFC - Jasper “The Hound” Quinn

The Basics ––– –

Name: Jasper Marion Quinn

Preferred Name: Jasper

Nickname(s): Jas, Red, Hound, Jaspie

Age: 28

Birthday: August 3rd

Race: Human

Gender: Male

Marital Status: Single

Alignment: Chaotic good

FC/Likeness: Pablo Schrebar (Mad Sweeney) / Michael Faasbender

Physical Appearance ––– –

Hair: Brilliant Red

Eyes: Green

Height: 6′3

Build:  Working man - someone who works with his hands, and eats, and drinks like one. 

Distinguishing Marks:  Point blank bullet wound on the inside of his right shoulder. |  Another bullet wound at his left hip. | On his right hip is a long vertical scar that extends to mid thigh. |  Between the ribs on his right side is another puncture wound. | Overall, most of his scarring is on his hands, and forearms | 

Tattoos: | On his pectorals are two swallows, one flying over an anchor, and the other flying over an olive branch. Simple in design, but colored well. | On his right shoulder is a cap of a full mast ship, with a banner saying “Smooth Seas, Don’t Make Skilled Sailors.” | Underneath that, is a skull, with a sunflower blooming from the left eye socket. Atop the skull is a raven, facing inwards. Underneath, in scratchy writing are the words “Momento Mori.” | A fox, with the nose facing the crook of his elbow, and the tail upwards into his armpit. There’s an arrow shot through the middle of the fox, with three blood drops extending from the arrow head. |

Piercings: Neither ears are pierced

Common Accessories:  Wooden billy club, clearly won off a dwarf. It’s made from a sturdy tree branch, with a knot at the top for bashing, and a leather strap around the ‘handle’ to keep it from slipping | A revolving six shooter pistol, which has the name ‘Rudy’ engraved on the barrel | A worn leather dog collar, which has a tag reading ‘Beth.’ | A worn fox tail on his belt | A cigarette tin, a flask, and a lighter | 

Personal Information––– –

Profession: | Dockhand | Sailor | Fence | Petty Thief | 

Hobbies:  | Smoking | Drinking | Fighting | Shit Talking | 

Languages: Common, technically, but good luck understanding him

Residence: Stormwind / Boralus

Birthplace: Northshire Abby

Religion: None

Fears:  Drowning. Dogs. Men. Losing control. 

Relationships ––– -

Spouse: None  

Children: None

Parents: Jacob Quinn (Father, Deceased), and Vivian Quinn (nee Reid) Mother, deceased.

Siblings: Victoria Quinn ( @booksinbloom​ ) 

Other Relatives: Unknown family relation to Lydia Reid ( @drustvar-dragonfly​ ) Maternal Cousins

Pets:  Has a fat black cat named Gizmo - who mouses on a few ships, and mouses around his house when not sunbathing. 

Sex & Romance ––– -

Sexual Orientation: Straight

Preferred Emotional Role: submissive | dominant | switch

Preferred Sexual Role: submissive | dominant | switch

Libido: Healthy

Turn ons: Lingerie, Denial, Breath Play, Power Dynamics, Sass, Wit, Charm, and legs that go on for miles

Turn offs: Undeath, controlling behavior, poor hygiene, closed-mindedness, being mean just for the sake of being mean, lack of humor, religion, and prudishness. 

Love Language: Affection, affection, affection! Always touching, always hugging, always kissing. The man can be over bearing at times, but he has no other way of really showing his emotions other than physically. Damaged, and unable to really access the softer parts of him, Jasper compensates with tender touches, and soft serenades with his guitar. If he writes you a song, he’s helpless.

Relationship Tendencies:  Hit it an’ Quit It. Quick to bed, and even quicker to run, Jasper has few qualms when it comes to one night stands. Typically just for a night of fun, he doesn’t really see a point in going any further. He’s broken a few hearts this way. However, one he’s hooked, he’s loyal, and steadfast. Humorous, and affectionate. 

Traits ––– -

* Bold your character’s answer.

Extroverted / In Between / Introverted

Disorganized / In Between / Organized

Close Minded / In Between / Open Minded

Calm / In Between / Anxious

Disagreeable / In Between / Agreeable

Cautious / In Between / Reckless

Patient / In Between /  Impatient

Outspoken / In Between / Reserved

Leader / In Between / Follower

Empathetic / In Between / Apathetic

Optimistic / In Between / Pessimistic

Traditional / In Between / Modern

Hard-working / In Between / Lazy

Cultured / In Between / Uncultured

Loyal / In Between / Disloyal

Faithful / In Between / Unfaithful

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Smoking Habit: Constantly

Drugs: Thistle, and when in a rough patch he’ll find harder stuff to quiet the mind.

Alcohol: Every day

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Dock Hand / Sailor: Jasper has crewed, and sailed on many ships throughout his life. He was raised on one from the age of eight, to fifteen, and has been smitten with the sea ever since. When he returned to Stormwind, he decided to live ‘honestly’ and work at the dock. As such, he’s met plenty of people, captains, workers, sailors, everyone. He’s approachable, and knowledgeable, if you can pin him down for a smoke.  

Petty Thief / Fence for the Uncrowned- A life on the streets leads one to have questionable skills. Jasper was a small, and unassuming child, and become skilled in pick pocketing when the market was busy. This lead to lock picking, which turned into cat burgling, and then a few nights in the Stockades, which then lead to more connections. Jasper keeps his shady business under wraps, and plays the innocent dumb dock worker well, however those within shady circles would know he’s a reliable fence who will get rid of hot goods for the right price. He’s one of the official fences for the Uncrowned, but keeps that even more under wraps than his petty thievery. 

General Mischief Maker -  Jasper is no stranger to all the local pubs, bars, watering holes, ect. He’s usually at the bar getting drunk, and even more likely to either enter, or start a fight. Full of unresolved trauma that fuels a temper, Jasper can be quite the evening entertainment at the local pub if one were to push him just right. Though not officially a part of the Brawlers Guild, Jasper will make an appearance every now and then for their bare knuckle nights - just to see if he still has it. 

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While I do have a version of Jasper in-game, Tumblr and Discord RP are more reliable for me currently. I’m always open to new plots and contacts, whether it’s long-term story arcs or a simple one-off interaction, so feel free to shoot me a message if you’d like to set something up! I’m happy to throw a starter out, or vice versa. :D

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Meet the Woman Behind Sailor Moon!

For many anime and manga fans, Sailor Moon was a gateway into their favorite hobby. Whether via the original North American airing, one of the many manga releases, or the dub and remake for the show’s 20th anniversary, the world of Usagi and her fellow Sailor Guardians has united fans worldwide in their love of eternal romance and magical girl action.

Of course, none of this would be possible without one woman, who combined her love of manga and astronomy to make one of the world’s most well-known series. As today happens to be her birthday, there’s no better time to look back on the life and works of Naoko Takeuchi: chemist, artist, lyricist, award-winning creator, and all-around godmother of the Moon Kingdom.

With a career as vast as Takeuchi's, we won't have time to get in every single title — but we'll do our best to hit the high points, from her most famous works to some of her less known, but still important, creations.

Takeuchi’s life before becoming a manga artist laid the groundwork early for where her career would go. She attended a high school that boasted sailor-suit-inspired uniforms, and was in her school’s astronomy and manga clubs. At the age of 17, she won an honorable mention in Nakayoshi’s 1984 manga contest for her one-shot story, My Boyfriend Is No Sugar. She was praised for her artwork (with special mention given to her characters’ elaborate hairstyles), but told she still had a way to go when it came to storytelling.

One year later, Nakayoshi Deluxe would print Takeuchi’s first manga, the short subject Yume ja nai yo ne, which would win the publisher’s 1985 Newcomer’s Prize. Nonetheless, her father encouraged her to study for a more reliable career, leading to her majoring in chemistry in college. During her years at university, she worked as a miko at a nearby shrine — yet another inspiration for her stories to come!

Throughout the 1980s, Takeuchi created short works for Nakayoshi, eventually penning longer multi-part works such as Prism Time and Chocolate Christmas. In 1989, she teamed up with novelist Marie Koizumi and came up with Maria, her first long-form work. Based on the classic novel Daddy Long Legs, it eventually became a solo work for Takeuchi, though Koizumi remained a major inspiration for it.

In the midst of working on figure skating manga The Cherry Project, Takeuchi was inspired to write a manga tapping into her high school love of astronomy. When she put forward the idea of outer-space-themed heroines, her editor added that they should wear sailor uniforms. And so, Codename Sailor V was born.

The manga premiered in 1991, just after The Cherry Project was starting to make Takeuchi a household name, and new heroine Minako Aino was embraced quickly by readers. Its popularity kicked off the potential for Toei Animation to adapt it into an anime. With that in view, Takeuchi expanded on the lore, adding four new Sailor Guardians (to start!) and creating what we now know as Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon.

Sailor Moon began running in Nakayoshi just four months after Sailor V first came out. It, too, was an instant hit, and she worked on both series for several years. Just one year later, the Sailor Moon anime hit the airwaves, running alongside (and occasionally catching up to) the manga.

Takeuchi’s contributions to the anime didn’t stop with the source material, though. She also wrote lyrics for many of the show’s songs, including insert songs, image songs for multiple characters, and the fifth season’s opening theme, “Sailor Star Song.”

Sadly, Codename: Sailor V never got its anime adaptation, and its home magazine RunRun eventually ended its print run in 1997. Nonetheless, Sailor Moon was already a global phenomenon, with movies, a series of musicals starting in 1993, and eventually a live-action adaptation. Once again, Takeuchi would write lyrics for the show, including the opening theme “Kirari*SailorDream!”

Sadly, her first big series after Sailor Moon — PQ Angels — came to an end after limited response and after much of her manuscript for the series was lost. Nonetheless, she pushed on with more series. Her autobiographical Punch manga in Young You tracked many major life events, including her marriage to Hunter x Hunter creator Yoshihiro Togashi.

Since then, she’s penned the series Love Witch, its unfinished sequel Sister Witch, and the shoujo robot series Toki*Meca.

Unsurprisingly, it’s the long-running Sailor Moon that continues to be at the forefront of Takeuchi’s work. It never really left the public consciousness, but 2014’s Sailor Moon Crystal pulled it even more to the forefront. Even now, not a week goes by when you won’t hear about a concert, event, or fashion line inspired by the magical girl series.

From her earliest inspirations to her global influence, Naoko Takeuchi is by far one of manga’s most beloved creators. We at Crunchyroll wish her the happiest of birthdays, and hope we’ve given you a chance to relive some happy memories and maybe look into some of her other works.

Do you have any favorite moments or memories associated with Takeuchi’s work? Let’s talk about them in the comments!

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Kara Dennison is a writer, editor, and interviewer with bylines at VRV, We Are Cult, and many more. She is also the co-founder of Altrix Books and co-creator of the OEL light novel series Owl's Flower. Kara blogs at karadennison.com and tweets @RubyCosmos.

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