#koilos

[phyrexianphamily]

Mishra: Anyone who draws power from Phyrexia...

Gix: ... is destined to be a god among men!

[musicpromotionclub]

The powerful melody 'Digging' by the rock band Koilos takes you through an oscillation of crazy rhythms

[otaku553]

Outfit breakdowns for all of my Kirby hero of yore ocs! I don’t know if I can count Galacta (or Papi) as ocs but my interpretations are rather far from the source material at this point ^^;

First is Galacta, the Hero of Heart, who is the hero among heroes of the four of them. The most honored, the most gallant, the light and hope of Halcandra.

Second is Nebula, the Hero of Dream, who is a laid-back, mostly relaxed figure who is calm and kind. Though they can often be found napping in various locations around town, in battle, they are a fierce warrior, and are very protective of Galacta.

Third is Papilio, the Hero of Soul, also known to many as Lio, or by their personal name, Anax. They are the smallest and the youngest of the heroes, a prodigy with the blade, and known as the fastest and most light-footed of the heroes.

And finally, the Hero of Dark, whose true name is only known to their friends. They are the quietest of the heroes, and wield a spear, though most of their powers are long range magic.

[mtg-cards-hourly]

Caves of Koilos

Artist: Jim Nelson TCG Player Link Scryfall Link EDHREC Link

[underworlddreams]

Caves of Koilos

Artist: Jim Nelson Set: 9th Edition

[rabbitcruiser]

Panic Day

Panic Day is the one day of the year that it might just be okay to give into that emotion that we all try to keep in check–panic! It is okay to feel overwhelmed or upset. Giving into that feeling every once in a while does not necessarily make a person weak or inept.

So go ahead and mark your calendar, and hang on tight until you get to Panic Day! Once the day starts you can take the time to just let it all out, whether screaming into a pillow at home or climbing a mountain alone just to have a good yell after arriving at the top! Or it might be a day to recognize and apply some ways to avoid panic in the first place.

History of Panic Day

When it comes to various holidays, many people may think of the ones that were created simply to celebrate the fun moments of life, which everyone loves. However, Panic Day was created as a day to recognize how stressful life can sometimes be, and then see what can be done to minimize the effects.

Everyone knows that stress is detrimental to the health and can even be dangerous! Stress can bring on illnesses such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.

Some people respond to stress by having feelings of panic which can be debilitating. Panic can make a person feel that their fear cannot be overcome. While this may not seem rational, the panic takes over and makes it difficult for the one stricken to be able to make rational choices. For those who feel that their fears and stress are overwhelming, Panic Day is the perfect day to make a step forward and reach out to a mental health professional.

How to Celebrate Panic Day

The fun approach to Panic Day is to give into the lighter side of the concept of the day.

Some people might find it fun to stun their co-workers and friends by giving into the idea of stress right in the middle of the day, shouting about it and dancing around the room. Adding in a few comments like “It’s too much!” or “Don’t make me do it anymore!” for dramatic flair could be a fun precursor prior to wishing them all a Happy Panic Day!

Not up for such a public celebration? Consider some of these suggestions for celebrating Panic Day:

Practice Breathing Deeply

It is well known that breath is vital for living, but stress and panic can cause breathing to be shallow and less effective for the body. Practicing a few deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress (sometimes almost immediately!), lowering the heart rate and reducing the tendency to panic.

Try breathing deeply in through the nose and out through the mouth, counting from one to five for each breath. This type of practice helps reduce the risk of hyperventilation and offers a much needed respite for the mind and the body.

Listen to Happy Music

Sometimes panic ensues when the mind gets overwhelmed by circumstances. Tossing a few relaxing tunes onto the record player or a Spotify playlist may help to minimize the impact of stress. Classical, piano, or even some binaural beats specifically for relaxation may be the perfect choice. Or a little more tongue-in-cheek, throw on an album by Panic at the Disco.

Consider adding some of these songs to a playlist that will help to bring a smile to the faces all around:

Don’t Worry, Be Happy by Bobby McFerrin

Hunger by Florence + The Machine

Good Day Sunshine by The Beatles

I Got You (I Feel Good) By James Brown

Sha la la (Make Me Happy) by Al Green

Walking on Sunshine by Katrina and the Waves

Take Stock of Life

Make the day more personal by using it to slow down and take stock of all the things that pull at your time. It may be in your best interest to trim the list a bit. Plan time for activities that will help you to let go of some of the stress in your life. Some activities that can help with this are exercise, mediation, massage, yoga, or taking time to relax and enjoy friends and family.

Start on that Hobby Again

Do you have a hobby that you haven’t had time to enjoy? Why not pick it up again? Remember what you loved about that hobby and make plans to enjoy it. For those who don’t already have a hobby, this could be a great time to try something new that could become a hobby! Whether knitting, stamp collecting, painting or horseback riding, hobbies can assist in creating joy that sustains calm throughout difficult times.

Make Yourself a Priority

Some people like to end their day by reading a book that is purely for enjoyment. Others try to use the time between work and home as their alone time to let off the stress of the day. Schedule in some “me-time” by getting a massage, going to a spa, enjoying an afternoon nap, indulging in a digital detox or going on a grown-up play date!

Watch a Panic-Themed Film

When celebrating Panic Day, it stands to reason that watching a film with a panic theme just makes sense. These might include:

Panic Room (2002, starring Jodie Foster)

A Town Called Panic (2009, French animation)

Panic in the City (1968 starring Howard Duff)

Panic (2014, starring David Gyasi)

Perform a Personal Concert in the Car

You have probably seen these people singing to the radio as they drive! When is the last time you just enjoyed life? Sing along to a variety of the songs listed above, or choose another playlist that brings good vibes and happiness in order to combat those feelings of panic.

Panic Day can be a day to find a fun way to keep the panic away. Be mindful of what is going on in life, and remember that everyone needs time to relax and have fun as well. Try something new and have a great Panic Day!

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[fatelys]

I'm so proud of you, we did fantastic!

Freestyle poetry - The cold

I look outside the window and I can see a little light There's something in the air that feels not right

The air is cool and the breeze is colder, it feels like something is peering over my shoulder.

I look over there, behind me, something is going to happen, something is about to start

It feels familiar in the most unpleasant ways, like the thundering beat of my heart

it feels like I a going down in the deep but there's nothing I can do to stop it

And the water is freezing above me while into the darkness I sink

Uhm...this was an experiment that I made with @fatelys and I am pretty proud of this to be honest, not expecting to have this in me...but, Is cool!

They are the real poet @fatelys thank you again for believing in my abilities!

[creekwritersblood]

Feedback: Constructive Criticism

Unsplashphoto by Carli Jeen unsplash customize by Regina Koilos

I talked various times about the importance of constructive criticism for writers, but I never wrote a post about it. So the time has come to talk about it!

In my opinion, Feedback is something really important for Writers, because with it we can understand what and what not readers ask for, careful, I’m talking about Real Constructive Criticism, not about negative comments given to writers just to make them feel bad with their creativity because of jealousy or only-them-knows-what.

FEEDBACKS ARE GOOD FOR:

IMPROVE: Constructive Criticism helps us to have an eye on our job in full and enhance those parts of our work that were left a bit flat.

PERSPECTIVE: It helps us to have another perspective on our work, it happens often, that we do not see things as others see when comes to our own works, but we see what others do not see in their works, as normal and is fine, you do not have to worry about that.

VALIDATION: Receiving positive feedback can be a HUGE boost for our own self-esteem and constructive criticism can help us go through that too, letting us know that we wrote something good that can be improved. It’s okay, it’s good!

LEARNING: We learn from our mistakes and are human and we can learn a lot from those, for the writing matter is no different. From critics, we can learn to take care of something instead of other things in our work.

CLARITY: Feedback will give you a clear version of your story, something that you may not had before.

MOTIVATION: It will give you the motivation to go on with your work.

COLLABORATION: You will have the occasion to collaborate with people to improve your works in descriptions, dialogues, and everything you thought was right and wasn’t.

NOT CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM

If I can give you some advice on that, don’t let people Criticize your work with no clue strike your productivity and self-esteem, because is not good for you -your work- nor for anything else.

Reading each feedback you receive and dive deep into the Critic. Don’t let people mine your craft just because of jealousy or mean comments, you will always receive both, good and bad comments, but don’t let the last ones have a toll on you, because whatever you do has always room for improvement.

[reginakoilos]

The Savage Daughter

Original Illustration by my wonderful wife @arcadiasartcorner

Customized by Regina Koilos

The highest Mountain of her country was there, tall and proud with the top whitened by the snow. She was nineteen years old when she decided she would have gone there, she would have reached the peak, the night of her birthday she decided to go there; her backpack on her shoulders, alone as the night was growing colder by the steps she was taking in her objective’s direction.

She left her village, dressed with the thickest furs she had, her hair left down her shoulder as she was walking towards the Mountain, one of the ancients screamed from her door “YOU WILL RETURN AS A BEAST!” She rolled her eyes as she was continuing to walk down the road within the forest.

-Oh Evaki, protect me tonight…- Selene spoke in a pleading whisper.

Selene had always been a savage, she was her mother’s savage daughter, she was her carbon copy, her same eyes - dark charcoal-, her same skin color - a splendid olive complexion - but she had the same hair color of his father, a dark brown with red reflections.

She was always different in her attitude, her composure, her skills. Despite the others living in her same tribe, she was always the different one.

Her walk was fast, as to reach in the less time possible an objective she didn’t know she had, Selene had to reach the top of the mountain, where her mother disappeared few years prior.

After hours of walking she reached the top, the grave of her own mother was there, covered by the snow, the wood cross was a painful sight, she fell on her knees bowing to her grave as to hug her, and she found herself closing her eyes falling in a trance she never experienced before in that place and she started to talk as she was a narrator with her eyes fully white, pointed to the moon above her.

The mountains are silent, the wind is blowing

I can feel the torment inside me as I take a deep breath

A soft voice whispers inside my head “let me enter”

I nod as the wind blows more on my face.

I close my eyes, the world around me disappear

I look at the figure in front of me

It looks like me, but its features are bestial,

I feel the cannibalistic famine rise as we fix our eyes.

I nod again and the beast hugs me

The wind stops blowing as I open my eyes

the mountain is silence and I can still feel the whispers in my mind

I need to go back home.

Her eyes opened again in the night, the only light was the Moon and the stars, the Goddess Evaki had her eyes on her, but somehow she seemed scared about her.

Again Selene spoke in a soft whisper.

I get up with blue skin

my stomach hurts as I feel the voice again

“We need to eat…Selene, feed us”

I nod again as a crazy that is talking alone

She started walking as an Undead searching for a fresh body, a sparkle of life.

I walk hours to reach a cabin in the woods

the cold is killing me and my body starts to surrender

I knock at the door and an old man opens

I can see the pity into his eyes as he tells me to get in.

I sit on a chair in front of the fireplace

the air around us is warm, but the voice in my head is roaring

“feed us!” it says as a mantra, my eye are hollow as I look into the fire

The old man tries to get closer to me

I look at him with famished eyes and I can see the fear on his face

He’s done there’s no way back now we need to be fed

I can feel my body crumble as I let go

The Beast is taking my place and in few minutes the hunger is quiet

I open my eyes as my hands are still inside his ribs

I take to my mouth my hands covered in his blood

I smile satisfied as the voice in my head laughs

“We are one, we are who they are scared of”

She Got up laughing as the possession of a spirit she knew in the back of her mind started to take control of her body, she walked out the Cabin in the winter night looking at the moon that hide behind the clouds.

Her walk back home was slow, peaceful, only the voice in her head to make her company, her hands still covered in blood as her face, her eyes still fully white as she went back. The sun was ready to come up behind the horizon as her freeze body was still walking.

It was the first light of day that brought her back home, at the entrance of her settlement she found her way to her own cabin, the old woman came out of her house and spoke “Stay back you malevolent creature” Selene looked at her with her bloody face and spoke in a low demonic voice “Who gives you the right to tell me what to do old woman…you are closer to death…” The woman spoke without fear “Spirits told me of your come, you took her poor soul because you were the one who stole her mother.” The Beast laughed gripping the old woman neck and spoke “I Took back what was mine!” The woman gasped and spoke in her language, a sort of plead to the spirit, The Beast laughed again and spoke “They won’t save you…this time…”

There the woman knew her end was closer than she thought and in seconds her head were pulled at the back of body, her neck snapped and the hard crack was heard.

The Beast came back after its exile and now there were no chance to survive it.

Copyright © 2025 by Regina Koilos

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning, or otherwise without written permission from the publisher. It is illegal to copy this book, post it to a website, or distribute it by any other means without permission.

[storyteller-kara]

The Fall Of Septhis (TFOS) Snippet

Just giving a small part of the novel! It is still being written so here is your update! I plan on releasing my small Horror Story set later this week as well. Hope you enjoy!

(this may be edited later on, this is just what is written as of right now)

¨invisibilitas leporem,¨ Naim wrote down upon the brown snake leather book we both shared.

¨invisibilitas....what?¨ I asked admiring how clean his words always were. In the past he used to tell me the mature angels called it cursive. As much as I could barely read it, I knew he would tell me everything aloud.

And just like that, he started his explanation.

¨Its invisibilitas leporem. The scribes call it latin. It means invisibility charm. I don´t know how much of an explanation you want besides how it simply is a charm, which can help make you invisible.¨

I laughed softly as I watched his hand begin to trail to the outside of the page. He was waiting for questions, and I had plenty for him. So, I cleared my throat.

¨Well brother, are there specific charms? How big are the charms? Does it use more than just invisibility magic? Do inviblists need it?¨

¨Inviblists dont need it, given their element is invisibility. Charms end up being small, its sneakier that way. And it only uses trapped invisibility magic.¨

I sighed laying down, letting my wings spread out beside me.

¨Trapped magic hm?¨

Naim just looked up, pausing his writing before looking back down to continue.

¨Yes. Basically you can channel magic into an item. There is a whole different spell to trap it in the item.¨

¨And that is?¨

¨Another spell for another day Septhis. You know the rules.¨

Add the people who wanted updates of the project @the-letterbox-archives @thecomfywriter @kaleb-da-great @valisilissa-koilos if there is anyone else wanting to join, please let me know!

[gomzdrawfr]

you're Malaysian??? which kind :O Sabahan?? you give me that vibe sissss

: )

Bah, bkan Sabahan tulen niii....koilo boros diti okudi...(I think, kinda forgot how it goes)

Well I can speak a bit of that, but nope! I think the fact that I can speak about...6 languages might give you an idea which """""type""""" I am then

[museandquill]

Writing Questions

Thank you @kaylinalexanderbooks here

What is your absolute all-time favorite idea you’ve ever had?

Um probably the Hellenic Chronicles. I've always wanted to write a greek mythology book and I really love this book

Is there a question you’ve been asked in the past that really stands out to you, and you still think about sometimes?

Not really, but I would love to answer more questions

What is your favorite part of being a writer? What parts could you take or leave?

I love coming up with characters and their backstories. Character creation is what got me into writing in the first place.

I absolutely hate keeping things in the right tense. I am horrible at it.

What is your greatest motivation to write/create?

My friends' excitement for me. I don't want to let them down

What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever read or been given as a writer?

That I shouldn't call myself an ASPIRING author/writer. I already am a writer/author

What do you wish you knew when you were first starting out writing?

That its okay to keep going back and rewriting things even if you have people who question/judge you about it

What is your favorite story you’ve written to completion? Link it if you’d like and can!

I wrote a really short, really bad sci-fi series called The Crescent View Series. I plan on going back to it and rewriting it.

Which of your characters would you say has the most controversial mindset? Why do you say so, and how do you personally feel about their ideals?

Probably Raven. She grew up with military training so she can be pretty ruthless and cold, even though she means well. I really like and can understand her mindset at points but even I would probably find her cruel in real life.

If you, when you first started writing, met you now, what would younger you think?

Younger me would be so excited. Like I said, I've always wanted to write a book based on greek mythology.

Tagging @mrbexwrites @valisilissa-koilos

[fatelys]

the wonders of the world could never compare to the love in my heart when I know you are there. the stars in the sky could never shine so bright as the smile on your face when I hold your hand. the richness of the world could never hold me the same as your laugh when I make a dumb joke.

-- my love as inspired by a poem written by @valisilissa-koilos

(written in 2024, free for non-commercial usage, but a tip would be appreciated if possible)

[markrosewater]

Regarding cave errata: there are 16 lands that have "cave" or "cavern" in their names but aren't the cave type. BUT multiple of these are part of existing cycles where the other members wouldn't be caves (i.e. Forgotten Cave, Bloodfell Caves, Caves of Koilos). 6/16 definitely are and 3 of the remaining are part of looser cycles. Was this a factor in the decision not to make the change?

It was one of a number of issues.

[incorrect-mtg]

Flavor Text Highlights - Antiquities*

*as Arabian Nights is pretty much exclusively filled with references to real life literature, it has been skipped.

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From the Sardian mountains wakes ancient doom: Warrior born from a rocky womb.

Worldbuilding - Strip Mine

Unlike previous conflicts, the war between Urza and Mishra made Dominia itself a casualty of war.

Worldbuilding - Mightstone and Weakstone While exploring the sacred cave of Koilos with his brother Mishra and their master Tocasia, Urza fell behind in the Hall of Tagsin, where he discovered the remarkable Mightstone. // During the brothers’ childhood, Tocasia took them to explore the sacred cave of Koilos. There, in the Hall of Tagsin, Mishra discovered the mysterious weakstone.

Emotional - Argothian Treefolk

Haunting cries we hear in our dreams As the forest dies, a death from machines.

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[rabbitcruiser]

International Panic Day

International Panic Day, celebrated on June 18, is a day when people are required to panic. Basically, the day is a mock holiday aimed at spreading awareness for mental health issues. No matter how calm you are as an individual, International Panic Day is the day to let out your fears and panic about your worries. Why? International Panic Day rather asks, why not?

History of International Panic Day

In prehistoric times, men used panic as a technique to hunt animals. Herds of animals would react in panic to unexpected loud sounds or visual effects, which would direct them towards cliffs and cause them to jump to their deaths after finding themselves cornered.

International Panic Day began as a kind of mock holiday with the intention of having a day when people could shake off their various reasons to panic. It is a day to sit back, calm down, and let the panic and stress flow through you.

While it may sound funny, panic is a serious topic. Panic disorder is a mental health issue that affects 2% of the population in some countries. Apparently, women are more likely to suffer from panic than men. The condition is treatable, more so when the person is aware of various healthcare tactics and lives a healthy lifestyle.

International Panic Day is seen in many countries as a day to raise and spread awareness about the issue of mental illness. Today, more than ever, people are undergoing a lot of mental stress and the day is aimed to encourage people to slow down, relax, and reach out for help without any hesitation. There is nothing to be shy of and only by talking about our problems can we get rid of them. Panic management has important practical usages in the emergency services and the armed forces of the world. International Panic Day is the perfect excuse to panic about everything there is to panic about and, in the process, reevaluate our priorities. Eliminate all the things that cause you stress and anxiety.

International Panic Day timeline

17th century The Anatomy of Melancholy

Robert Burton describes panic in his book, “The Anatomy of Melancholy.”

1849 The First Panic

The first anxiety attacks, in the history of psychological medicine, are reported by Ottomar Domrich.

1895 Freud on Panic

Freud writes a paper on the concept of anxiety neurosis from a psychoanalytic point of view.

1980 Panic Established

The concept of panic disorder is established by the development of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)-III criteria.

International Panic Day FAQs

What is National Panic Day?

It is more of a mock holiday to spread the word about panic. The day stresses the importance of taking time off to relax and take the stress off our minds.

Why am I suddenly having panic attacks?

A panic attack is a rush of mental and physical symptoms that can come without any warning and very quickly, too. Anti-anxiety medication is suggested for such situations.

What does a panic attack feel like?

Doctors diagnosing a panic attack usually look for four of the following signs: trembling, sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain, nausea, a choking sensation, dizziness, numbness, and heart palpitations.

How to Observe International Panic Day

Practice breathing techniques

Take some time off to relax

Get help from a professional

Breathing techniques help decrease panic. Whether it’s just a few slow breathing exercises or an hour-long meditation that focuses on breathing, both can have a strong positive impact on mental health.

Taking a day off is underrated. Take time off work to relax. Go to your favorite coffee shop, spend the day reading your favorite book, spend time with friends, and more.

If you are struggling with panic and stress, reach out to a professional. If a counselor is too expensive for you, talk to a friend you trust or a family member and listen to their advice.

5 Facts About Panic That Will Blow Your Mind

‘Panic’ from Greek

Panic can be good

Panic! At The Disco

Panic people

Time of panic

The word ‘panic’ comes from the Greek word associated with the Greek shepherd god, Pan, who, according to Greek myth, enjoyed causing fear among people traveling in the forest.

Panic is the body’s response to threat as the release of stress hormones increases the heartbeat and flow of oxygen to the brain, which can help a person to respond appropriately to a threat.

Panic! At The Disco is a world-famous rock band created in 2004 led by American musician Brendon Urie.

According to the American Psychological Association, 1 out of 75 people have a panic disorder.

Panic attacks usually last from five to 20 minutes but their symptoms can remain for up to an hour.

Why International Panic Day Is Significant

Stresses the importance of panic

It spreads awareness about stress

It makes people feel better

As strange as it sounds, panic is a way to release stress. In other words, by expressing panic, you can feel more relieved.

Stress is one of the most common mental issues of today. This day is a great way to spread the word about stress and emphasize the importance of talking about it.

Talking about panic makes it a normal thing. This makes people who undergo panic attacks feel free to talk about it and not like they have to hide it.

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