#lambert has ascended

[breadedcryst]

Ascension

[thedemonofcat]

Jaskier has met all of the wolves separately. He is Professor Pankratz to Vesemir, Dandelion to Eskel, Julian to Lambert, and—of course—Jaskier to Geralt.

There comes a winter when Jaskier receives a separate invitation from each wolf to winter in Kaer Morhen.

And each of them have offered to take Jaskier up the mountain.

From a distance, they spotted a familiar figure—a lone rider with unmistakable white hair ascending the mountain trail.

"Geralt’s here!" Eskel called out, a grin spreading across his face. Then he noticed another figure, smaller and cloaked, seated just behind the Witcher on Roach. "Looks like he brought a guest."

"Geralt got himself a quest, did he?" Lambert asked, watching the heavy wooden doors swing open.

"It's good to see you, wolf," Vessmeir greeted first, then nodded toward the newcomer with a smirk. "And you as well, Professor Pankratz."

"Dandelion," Eskel corrected, as Lambert added, "Julian—you got my letter?"

Jaskier, flashing a warm smile, reached out to clasp Geralt's hand. "It was so lovely of you all to invite me."

[the-s1lly-corner]

HIIIII If requests are still open, can I ask a Jax x fem reader?

The reader is a sheep that always sleeps and has a cloud where she sleeps? Preferably romantic :3 although there is no problem if you decide to make it platonic ^O^

Jax x fem!sheep!reader !

probably going to do this request and one more then call it a night! getting kind of sleepy earlier than usual since i feel a lil ill </3

putting this in with the jax fiddles with pieces of your clothing; if the reader has wool hes going to fiddle with it, at least the outer layers of it since i dont think he would go as far as to just go elbow deep (im literally just imaging the readers body just. being a ball of fluff, and nothing else, since im not sure how much of a body the digital body would give them like. solid. ness. because for a lot of these im still thinking with like. 'digital physics' or something) (also when kinger falls into the gloink hole you can see into the bottom of his robe and you cant see his 'feet' so idk how much is like. made and rendered in universe)

okay random tangent aside, i think he would also mess with your sheep ears

makes "baa" noises at you as well as puns, loves seeing you roll your eyes at his jokes

"oh cottonball, im having some trouble falling asleep!" "you dont need to.. oh nevermind.."

has probably attempted to climb onto your cloud when its low enough for him to reach

"dont think you can get rid of me that easily" or something along those lines before taking up most of the clouds space

if the cloud can move around he probably guides it about to torment the other members when you arent around

i know its the digital world and they dont need to sleep, but i like to think that he starts to sleep just to cuddle with you on the cloud (he likes the cloud, comfy and it also satisfies his fiddling thing)

nicknames/petnames consist of things like "cottonball", "lamby" "mittens", but also stereotypical names people give their sheep and lambs (according to good)

"omg hi lambert! hey wait where are you going?" *you ascending up on your cloud*

i know this doesnt tie too much into the sheep theme, but general hc is that i think he would like bunny kisses. quick ones, but bunny kisses none the less

[natalyarose]

𝓚𝓮𝓽𝓾 𝓘𝓷𝓯𝓵𝓾𝓮𝓷𝓬𝓮 & 𝓒𝓸𝓾𝓷𝓽𝓻𝔂 𝓜𝓾𝓼𝓲𝓬 ? 🌾🤍// 𝓋𝑒𝒹𝒾𝒸 𝒶𝓈𝓉𝓇𝑜𝓁𝑜𝑔𝓎 𝑜𝒷𝓈𝑒𝓇𝓋𝒶𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃

Hi! 🔮 My recent post on Taylor Swift prompted me to take a look at the charts of prominent women in the country music genre. I did some research, and found a strong pattern of Ketu influence, which makes sense if you understand the energy of Ketu & the nature of country music/values.

Country music places a lot of value in authenticity, and being true to your roots/where you grew up hence why we don't tend to see a lot of country artists who didn't actually grow up in or at least spend time in regions associated with the country genre. Country music is also often very patriotic, & Ketu speaks of being in touch with your roots (especially Mula) & your ancestors (Magha).. oh and horses, lots of horses (Ashwini).

I just snoopy snooped and looked into some of major female names in country, and there was definitely a pattern that stood out. I'd doubt eeevery single artist who ventures to create country music will have Ketu influence (for example, another pattern I've definitely seen is Krittika, Rohini & Mrigasira influence AKA 'Garden of Eden' Nakshatras, which makes sense with country music's connection to nature, farming, agriculture, etc), but the prominence of Ketu is interesting. Usually Ketu or a Ketuvian Nakshatra on the Sun/Moon/Ascendant, or Ketu itself in a Ketu ruled Nakshatra (since artists tend to heavily pull from the energy of their Ketu).

I'm not really an avid country listener myself but I just thought I'd share the rabbit hole I went down lol, could be interesting to somebody.

*note that I am using Mid-Mula Galactic Center Ayanamsa, see my post on ayanamsa here ♡

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LeeAnn Rimes - Mula Moon & Magha Sun // Loretta Lynn - Ashwini Sun & Ketu in the 1st // Miranda Lambert - Magha Ascendant

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Dolly Parton - Magha Moon (& possibly asc) + Ketu in Mula // Taylor Swift - Mula Sun // Carrie Underwood - Ketu in Mula with Ashwini MC (I'll note that the MC is not traditionally used in Vedic, but I definitely see patterns showing its importance).

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Carly Pearce - Ashwini Sun & possibly Ashwini Moon (no birth time) // Lana Del Rey announced she will be putting out a country album and has been slowly incorporating country elements into her style lately (although it's not her typical genre) & she has Ketu conjunct Ascendant + Magha MC //

This transition to the country genre partially relates to Lana's friendship & involvement with country artist, Nikki Lane- we don't have her ascendant but I'd say it's very likely to be in a Ketuvian Nakshatra based on her appearance too- she looks a little like Eva Green to me (Magha Asc + Rahu), but that's just an idea for now

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Trisha Yearwood - Ketu in Mula // Faith Hill - Magha Venus + Jupiter & Ashwini Moon + Rahu // Shania Twain - Ketu in the 1st

I did check Beyonce's chart out of curiosity since she also recently put out a country album, but interestingly I can't seem to find any Ketu influence. I think that does make sense though if you consider that the album isn't necessarily a true blue country album, it stays true to Beyonce's image as more of a popstar/R&B sort of artist, but incorporates country elements. I think that was her intention too:

On March 19th, Beyoncé herself said in a detailed statement, “This ain't a Country album. This is a 'Beyoncé' album,” and said the album was an effort to, “bend and blend genres together.”

Again though, I'm certain that not every single country artist has Ketu influence anyway lol- in astrological observations like this we're just analysing and interpreting patterns and energy rather than dictating facts. I don't think there's a cosmic law that 'every country artist must have Ketu influence' but yes, there is a natural energetic pull & pattern at play.

Ketu also holds prominence among rock/heavier artists (see Alannah Myles; Mula Sun + Saturn & Joan Jett; Ketu in Ashwini) buut that's for another day lol. I think in general, Ketu influenced artists are going to be drawn to adding an element of 'grit' to their sound, whether that be pulling from a more country/blues esque root, or a rock/metal/punky one.

I hope this was interesting to someone, and I'd love to do more observational posts like this as the astrological patterns come to my attention ♡ 🩷

[proheromidoriyashouto]

Accidental Warlord AU headcannon that the Witchers have to take human carrying lessons. Prior to Geralt's little oopsie, a Witcher on the Path wouldn't have handled a non-witcher at all or with much care whem they did have to. Like having to fight a monster and only having one hand free to shove some scared person behind them or carrying a corpse back to town. It's not gentle handling of relatively fragile (emotionally and physically) beings.

After Geralt's become the Warlord, there's a baby in the keep. And that baby gets handed to different people, all of whom have 0% experience holding a baby, much less correctly.

"The baby doesn't like me."

"Why'dya think that?"

"Everytime I hold her she rolls her head away from me! She doesn't want to look at me."

"She's a baby. She doesn't know what she likes yet."

"...do you think she's afraid of my scars?"

"Eskel..."

"Maybe someone else should watch her for Geralt during meetings."

"No, look. Let's go get her right now and figure this out. Prejudice is learned, right? It's not possible that she could make that kind of judgement I don't think."

"Well, okay but I swear she does it."

"..."

"..."

"...you know you have to support her head, Eskel?"

"...What's that mean exactly?"

"I don't know. Ya just do it."

"Helpful advice."

And like, Jan has to come to their rescue and teach them how to hold baby Ciri properly and how to swaddle her just right and how to carry her in a bjorn sorta thing without slipping out to hit the floor and how to carry her on a hip while still getting work done as she gets older. Throwing her over a shoulder potato-sack style is a sometimes-at-play thing not a consistent means of transporting the Warlord's heir (no matter how she laughs when they do that).

It doubles with chores for efficiency. Bricks and mortar wrapped in old clothing to mimic the general shape of babies which are then strapped to chests or cradled in an arm. If your brick cracks your baby is dead. If the "head" rolls off your baby is dead. If you forget about it off to the side for too long the enchanted cloth changes color to signify your baby is dead.

Literal sacks of flour hoisted onto a hip and kept there all day to mimic clingy toddlers. Your "kid" gets wet the enchanted sack becomes covered in a layer of mucus to simulate how easily they can become sick. Your "kid" drops to the floor, it's been enchanted to scream until you cuddle it into a fitful "sleep".

The Witchers develop a point system and maybe a drinking game about it.

After Geralt, who has learned how to hold Ciri in the trial-by-fire that was traveling the Path with an infant, Lambert and Aubry pick it up the quickest, being the most involved with the current generation of Wolf Cubs.

After a good streak is kept, most Witchers are free to leave the training game, but a good chunk decide to move up a level instead and learn to handle the live children in the Keep. Mostly the little trainees, but also the servants' children. And all the laisse-faire attitudes about dropping bricks and sacks of flour are abandoned immediately.

Little bodies, so warm and heavy in one's arms that when they wriggle away it leaves Witchers feeling bereft. The slow puffs of sleepy breaths buried against hollow throats as children doze off while being held in arms that have been trained ot destroy. The bouncy giddyness of a child-upon-hip delighted at the height at which they see the world as stairs are ascended. A fussy baby distracted by strands of long hair that surround them as a nose buries into their head to breathe in deep that sweet infant scent.

And it feels right caring for the children who are their future brothers and honorary nieces and nephews and cousins. Like something they should have been doing all along. Tending to a kinder future.

[skyartworkzzz]

COTL Headcanons ramble

Felt like sharing these in case I take a long ass time to draw it out These are still raw in my mind, so some things may change futurely or the way I explain it might not make sense BUT ALAS it is fun to ramble

SO WATCH OUT FOR THE LIST UNDER THE CUT!!

Before Narinder was banished, a feeling of mistrust was already growing amongst the siblings, and one of the reasons for such a thing involved envy (except for Shamura, I like to think they were above finding themselves lower or greater than anyone) Ever since a young age Narinder has always been a fast-learner, and quite skilled at everything he did. Gardening, fighting, cooking, strategizing, he was good. Definitely not perfect, but alarmingly good So as time went by, the Bishops grew colder with him until he eventually turned against them all, and thats where their feeling of envy turned into fear. For both of their own lives and their brother's, because that's when they realized his "flawless" abilities were always and clearly prone to turning him into the monster he then became (smtng like Anakin Skywalker if the image I have of him in my head makes any sense-) Naturally, a feeling of guilt lingers in them for not having been able to see it sooner and stop it, but as Shamura pointed out after Narinder was sealed, this was meant to happen. He was meant to be a monster, and a really good one

Aym and Baal were secretly given to Narinder by Shamura; they performed a ritual by themselves and killed the kits to send them to the Gates. When the brothers arrived, Narinder reluctantly took them in and naturally grew fond of the twins as time went by, but because they were sacrificed as offerings, Aym and Baal were half-immortal (something like the Lamb once they receive the Crown), meaning that they still had mortal needs such as eating or sleeping At the time, Ratau was serving Narinder as the bearer of the Red Crown, and amongst the rat's adventure, the god of Death eventually introduced the red chest we use to sell things for gold. He would request Ratau regularly to send in meals and fish in order to feed Aym and Baal (and I feel like a genius for coming up with why that chest exists hi-) When the kits were finally fully grown and well-trained, they ascended to Divine Guardians of TOWW and officially started serving him Despite their Ascension, Aym and Baal were never trapped into the Gates, so they were able to visit the world above but as ghosts of sorts (which means only a few ppl would be able to see them). It was through these ghostly travels that both were able to learn who their mother was and watched her from afar when not serving TOWW

The Bishops were once mortals before becoming bearers of the Crowns, a long time to ago, meaning that they likely have a life they no longer rememeber For the funs and giggles of it, I like to imagine that this "long time ago" for them was around the times animals still did not wear clothes nor knew how to speak aside from their respective noises AUHAUHASDJSD ALSO POSSIBLY LESS HUMANOID I like the thought of them looking either much more beast-like or just- tiny. Very tiny. As the animals they are AUHAJMDKADS

The Lamb doesnt know how to do SHIT aside from fighting. Im writing my Lamb as an artist in my Death After Life fic for the sake of the angst, but in actuality, they do not care about art that much. I like to think that they'd prefer small silly doodles over full-blown paintings, but if they do put in the time and effort, they manage to make smtng Mona Lisa-esque. So the skill is there, but they prefer to not use it unless for smtng specific. Its like those kinds of hobbies nobody knows u have til u make smtng CRAZY yk This also goes for cooking, except they are truly a Terrible cook, in modern AU Lambert lives off from cheap pizzas and dollar-stored cupnoodles u cannot change my min-

Leshy is the one who'd soften up the most for me. Obv still a fcking GREMLIN but I think he'd be much more considerate than his former self My guy would go from "kys /srs" to "kys /j" ALSO I like to think his and my yellow cat's love language is gifts and/or acts of service, theyre oftenly pampering each other out of the blue <3

This idea is still in the approval stages but.............Shamura remembers a bit of their pre-Bishop life. A bit. And that bit revolves around the fact that they might have known love in the past. Perhaps a romantic one, Im still not sure- Which now that I think about it would make the most sense as to why theyre so forgiving to Narinder, since the Bishop of War would probs want anything but peace with those that wronged them, unless they had a good reason not to cause havoc immediately............

[ultramanginger]

Alien vs Predator rewatch thoughts...

Since Romulus was coming out, I rewatched every Alien and Predator film in order and I offer a thought for each movie:

Alien (1979)

It's a classic that has some incredible ideas that are still scary and fascinating to this day, but...

Watching it in HD, it's hard to miss some really cringey moments, like the Alien jazz hands and the way that Lambert and Brett's death scenes are so similar that they use some of the footage shot for one for the other.

Not to mention, the more you read about the making of the film, the more you realise it being good was luck rather than skill, as so much of it was the way it was to keep costs down. A lot of what Scott would have done with more budget and freedom would have been just awful.

Still great, still a classic, but not even the best of the franchise, let alone reason to consider Scott the one to make Alien great again...

4 stars

Aliens (1986)

Perfect movie. No notes.

5 stars

Predator (1987)

Exceptional action movie and an exceptional scifi horror at the same time. Like Alien, it would have been terrible if not for blind luck. None of the pieces should have worked together, but somehow the whole ascended above the sum of the parts.

5 stars

Predator 2 (1990)

Much maligned and it is VERY 90s, not to mention it meanders around a lot of filler. Focus on the good parts, however, and there are great ideas and some great scenes. A worthy classic.

4 stars

Alien3 (1992)

The making of this movie is absolutely a better story than the plot. Taking a script about the devil on a wooden space station and turning it into a popcorn horror flick was impossible, even for Fincher, who still deserves credit for making something so incredibly fucking bleak. The effects don't hold up, the edit is a mess, but it's still watchable.

3.5 stars

Alien: Resurrection (1997)

Fuck Joss Whedon, but Resurrection is basically an early Firefly pilot and that works. Lots of people don't like the movie as they hate the characters, but they're no less deplorable than any of the other Alien crews.

Is it perfect? no, but this bizarre mix of Alien lore expanded in a crazy direction, Firefly, and French arthouse direction is a hell of a mash-up. Not only does it have some great ideas, but I genuinely enjoy it.

4 stars

Alien Vs Predator (2004)

Cheesy, slightly vacuous, unlikely to win cinematic plaudits, but completely terrible? Not at all.

Event Horizon showed that Anderson can do worthy movies (at least one), and this is not him at his best, but it's still very watchable.

3 stars

Alien Vs Predator: Requiem (2007)

It's obviously not defensible. This movie is trash, but it's probably not as bad as you remember. There are some fun ideas executed passably. There are also some terrible ideas executed poorly. The attempt to do Alien and Predator as a teen horror movie is actually kinda interesting, even if there was no way it would ever work.

2.5 stars

Predators (2010)

Such casual misogyny. Like... so much...

Aside from that, this is pretty good. It still has that classic Alien and Predator luck that salvaged some garbage script ideas (drunk predator motorbike gang?), but overall it does feel more like a fun non-canon EU novel rather than an actual part of the franchise.

Prometheus (2012)

3.5 stars

I went on a journey with Prometheus over the years:

It's a fucking terrible Alien move

Actually, it's not a bad cheesy scifi horror if you pretend it's not an Alien movie

Actually, no, it's still a shit scifi horror, it's just a better scifi horror than it is an Alien movie

Please, someone take Alien away from Scott and send him home?

2.5 stars

Alien: Covenant (2017)

So, Scott started off like:

"No-one cares about the Alien! Let's give them a movie about mental pseudo-archeology that pretends to be an Alien movie!"

With this movie, he was like:

"Sulk. Fine, I guess people like Alien, but lets put Aliens in my mental pseudo-archeology movie so I don't have to admit it sucked!"

It still sucks and this weird hybrid mess is even worse than his straight mental pseudo-archeology movie.

Not to mention, why did they finally let him do Alien sex, even if it was just watching? Please keep him away from these movies!

2 stars

The Predator (2018)

Woof. I thought Predators was offensive.

How a man with Tourettes can make a character with Tourettes feel inauthentic and offensive, I don't know, but Black managed it.

This had so much potential with Shane Black writing and the cast and the budget, but it's just total crap. Yes, they completely reshot the ending, but even the original ending sounds bad.

2.5 stars

Prey (2022)

Just a complete joy. This is all I want from a Predator movie and movies in general. That this not getting a cinematic release put people off is ridiculous. Go watch it.

5 stars

Alien: Romulus (2024)

Attempting to connect Alien with Prometheus in the final act was stupid enough to put people off a movie they admit was otherwise perfect. This shows just how bad Prometheus was and why Scott needs to go.

Yes, the final threat is not ideal and no-one wanted a reference to Prometheus other than Scott, but this movie is otherwise so good that you HAVE to forgive that, particularly if it spawns a new franchise of good Alien movies without Scott.

5 stars

[suwerghmm]

Tim Thornton: This is one of the fascinating areas we have recently explored, especially in our understanding of the reign of Henry VII. I think there is a rather hasty solution, which is that Henry ascended to the throne and launched a comprehensive and detailed propaganda campaign to damage Richard's reputation, based on a detailed description of what happened during the Battle of Bosworth Field in August 1485. This is completely opposite to what happened. Henry deliberately avoided introducing the specific circumstances that occurred before he seized the throne. One of the reasons is that he inherited a political country that experienced extraordinary political turmoil, with the king inheriting the king and the regime inheriting the regime.

In Henry's position, this is a wise approach. Attacking the former regime in detail means attacking many people who are becoming increasingly prominent in his own regime. What he did was to attack past evil in a very abstract form, which was identified as Richard's rather abstract personification. This is a very cunning approach.

I think it can also be explained that the relatives and friends of the prince in the tower have never announced that Warbeck is a counterfeiter (whether it is Elizabeth of York and her mother, sister, or the minister who has met Richard, the Duke of York). Warbeck's supporters are rulers from all over Europe. They support the rebellion for the sake of interests, and refutation will not end their rebellion, but will strengthen the hostility between the English royal family and the European rulers (Warbeck may accuse his sisters of betraying their brothers for the sake of interests, and they will smear each other...). This is not conducive to the rule of the new Tudor dynasty.

As long as the Tudor dynasty blurs all of this, they can continue to peacefully cooperate with European rulers on the premise of the capture or death of Wobek (we can recall how Henry VII and Maximilian falsely attributed the mistake to Margaret of York and continued negotiations after the Lambert Rebellion)

If Elizabeth of York declares that Warbeck is not her brother, will Maximilian, James IV, really stop funding the rebellion? If that's the case, it would be difficult for them to pretend to be deceived and marry England after everything is over.

[exhausted-archivist]

The Reign of Divine Justinia V - 9:34-9:41 Dragon

Divine Justinia V ruled for just a little over 6 years. One of the shortest known reign for a divine in Chantry history.

I would like to note that due to the nature of BioWare and the awareness of their timeline, travel times, and storylines, not all the events in the same year have a clear order of which came first.

Here is the general timeline of what occurred since her coronation to her death:

9:34 Dragon

Ascends as Divine of the Orlesian Chantry, formerly known as Revered Mother Dorthea.

Rejects Ser Otto Alrik's request for the Tranquil Solution in Kirkwall.

9:35 Dragon

Justinia makes a pilgrimage to the Temple of Sacred Ashes, passing through Haven. She announces that Haven shall be restored and rededicated to the service of Andraste.

Asks Pharamond to look into the nature of Tranquility, to discover if there is a way to "restrict magic without neutralizing the mind." She does so without the knowledge of Lord Seeker Lambert.

9:37 Dragon

Sends Leliana to Kirkwall to gather information on the threats occurring in Kirkwall, believing it to be from outside groups.

Divine Justinia tells Elthina to leave Kirkwall as it is no longer safe. Elthina declines.

Objects to Lady Seeker Nicoline's appointment of Seeker Lambert, citing that she found him too conservative during her interview with him.

9:38 Dragon

Published the Abridged Edition of the Chant of Light on 12 Harvestmere 9:38. The focus was to bring back the beauty of the original dialects and languages of the canticles.*

9:40 Dragon

(These following events are in order of how they happened as they take place over the course of the novel Asunder. Except for the where Justinia sends Cassandra and Leliana to Kirkwall. That takes place after the events of Asunder.)

Justinia sends Leliana to the University of Orlais to speak with Empress Celene about the state of instability in the empire's politics. During this meeting, Leliana makes a deal with Celene on Justinia's behalf; Justinia deals with the instability of the mages and templars in the wake of Anders attack on Kirkwall, while Celene deals with the unrest with Halamshiral/Orlais elves.

As part of the deal with Celene, Justinia is delivering a speech at a ball Celene threw for her (Celene doesn't make an appearance as she is marching on the elves in Halamshiral). The speech she is about to deliver is in support of mages. Though she is interrupted as Jeannot, a Libertarian Senior Enchanter from the White Spire, attempts to assassinate her.

Justinia authorizes Wynne to go rescue Pharamond, a Tranquil mage who has become possessed during his experiments into tranquility at Adamant fortress. Wynne brings Rhys, Evangaline, Shale, and Rhy's friend. Unknowing to all but Rhys, Cole tags along.

Justinia authorizes Pharamond to be made tranquil again at the advice of Lord Seeker Lambert, despite the protest of Wynne and Rhys.

Justinia sends Leliana to the White Spire to aid the mages in their revolt while calling Lord Seeker Lambert to her side to distract him.

Cassandra, Leliana, and a group of Seekers still loyal to the Divine are sent to Kirkwall to recruit Hawke for the role of leader of the Inquisition; believing that they will have influence to reach a resolution between the mages and templars.

9:41 Dragon

Divine Justinia calls for the Conclave one year after the start of the Mage-Templar War.**

In the summer, Justinia travels to Serault to determine if Serault should have the Shame lifted and the Chantry reopened. Depending on the player, determines if it is or not.

Justinia dies in the explosion at the Conclave at Corypheus' hand. This starts the events of Inquisition, presumably taking place in late autumn since the Conclave happens a year after the events of Asunder and after Justinia's visit to Serault.

Notes:

*Originally, in Origins, it was said the Chant of Light was written only in Tevene. As of 2014/Inquisition era lore, the Chant is now a collection of canticles from various languages.

**There is conflict on when this happens as her journal entry says she called for it a year after the start of the Mage-Templar war, which starts in late autumn. But the Conclave is known about during her visit to Serault which takes place in the summer. Suggesting the journal entry is referring more towards when the Conclave was scheduled then when she announced it. To add to this, Lord Seeker Lucius agrees to the Conclave before he meets with Corypheus and submits to Envy, presumably in the early months of 9:41; however, this is speculation.

Sources:

Dragon Age 2 Dragon Age Inquisition World of Thedas Vol. 1 World of Thedas Vol. 2 Dragon Age Asunder Dragon Age: The Last Court Codex: The Conclave Divine Justina V Haven Ser Alrik's Letter

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[dragonmasterkaylz]

Lambert’s Beloved Wife

Lambert was breathing heavily as he finished off the last of his enemies, and he looked up at the full red moon before sighing. He fell to the ground and his sword quickly turned back into a crown, which floated back onto his head. Then he looked behind him and found his wife standing there. “It’s safe now. Come here, my love”. Her tail started wagging as she sat next next to her husband and hugged his arm. He smiled and kissed her head before saying, “I’ll do anything to keep you safe, Wolfie”. “I know you will”.

She looked up at the sky with her big blue eyes and smiled. “Beautiful, huh?” Wolfie nodded and said, “I’m surprised you found the perfect spot to look at it”. He chuckled and turned her head gently before saying, “I wasn’t talking about the moon. I was talking about you”. Her cheeks turned pink and she looked away in a shy manner. “M-My Leader…! We were supposed to be looking at the moon!” Lambert laughed and said, “You’re so cute when you get all embarrassed like that. Now… come here…”.

He leaned over and kissed her, trapping her in his arms. Wolfie gasped and then laced her fingers through his wool, pulling him closer. He held her thigh in a tight grip and kissed her deeper, making her hum happily. Her tail wagged with pure joy and he pulled away before whispering, “I love you and I’m so glad I married you”. He kissed her again and she thought about the possibility that she was dreaming. But she couldn’t be, right? It felt too real. Lambert then pulled away and whispered, “Wolfie, my love… you’re dreaming”. Her eyes widened in shock. “Huh?”

“WOLFIE!!!”

She woke up to see Bonnie looking over her and she looked around to find that she was still wearing her red uniform. “Come on. It’s time for our Leader’s Sermon. You don’t want to be late, do you?” “No… of course not”. Wolfie brushed her hair and then walked with her to the temple. Lambert smiled as he saw that all of his followers were in attendance. “Hello, my children. It’s time for another ritual. Today, we will be ascending one of our more senior members. More specifically, Kermit, who has been with us for a very long time”, he said with a smile as he looked at the frog. “But first, we must address something serious”.

Lambert closed his book and then looked at his followers before saying, “Someone here has been spreading rumours around and telling other followers that I’m a ‘bad leader’, so on and so forth. I would like someone to own up to it. If you do, your punishment will be light”. Wolfie then looked at Zorro, who was clearly feigning innocence. Then she put her hand up and Lambert hummed. “Now, I know you haven’t been spreading rumours. You’re my most faithful follower, Wolfie”. She blushed and nodded. “But… my Leader, whoever is doing this isn’t going to come forth willingly. You know that”. He hummed. “… Yes”.

His eyes scanned his followers until he got to Zorro, who was looking awfully suspicious. “Then… I would like to appoint you as my Loyalty Enforcer, Wolfie”. Her eyes widened in shock. “M-Me…?!” Lambert smiled and said, “Why of course! You are my most loyal follower and you spread love around this Cult every single day. You’re the reason why everyone here is so friendly with one another. But, as my new Loyalty Enforcer, you must also find out whose been spreading these rumours around. You also must have concrete evidence as well”. Wolfie smiled and said, “I won’t let you down, my Leader!” “I know you won’t”.

After the Ascension Ritual, everyone got back to their daily tasks while Lambert went on a Crusade. Wolfie was tending to the crops, when she heard Zorro and Bonnie talking behind the statue. And so she decided to listen in. “I want to be the one to marry Lambert, but I think he’s going to marry Wolfie! I hate her so damn much!” “Calm down. If you want, I can spread rumours about her instead of our ‘fearless leader’. So, when the time comes, he’ll want to marry you instead”. Bonnie nodded and said, “Yes please! But the only problem is that she’s so perfect!” “Don’t worry… I’ll find something that’s wrong with her…”.

Wolfie’s ears flopped and she whimpered before heading back to water the crops. She was upset for the rest of the day and Lambert was surprised when he saw her. She was sat on the ground, her tail in between her legs and whimpering to herself. “Are you alright?”, he asked. Her eyes widened and she looked up at him before standing up. “My Leader! Um… I found out who’s been spreading those rumours, but I don’t have any proof”, she said sadly. He hummed and then looked around. “I don’t think you’ll get any since they’ve been spreading rumours about you as well”. She nodded and then teared up.

“W-Why me…? I didn’t do anything wrong…!”

Lambert pulled her into his arms and she blushed before looking up at him. He just smiled down at her. “Who did you hear spreading those rumours?” “Zorro and Bonnie… who I thought was my friend. She wants to marry you so bad that she’s willing to say such horrible things about me”. He nodded and then pulled away before holding her face in his hands. “She knows who I want to marry and she’s jealous. Don’t let it get to you…”, he told her before kissing her. Wolfie looked surprised, but she closed her eyes and kissed him back. When he broke away, she giggled and asked, “Am I dreaming?” “I hope not”.

He held another Sermon on the same day and all of his followers were confused. “My children, I know the identities of those that have been spreading rumours about me, but also Wolfie”. Lambert closed his eyes and said, “Zorro. Bonnie. Please step forth”. The guilty looks on their faces told him what he needed to know and he walked up to them. “Is anything you said about me and Wolfie true?” Zorro then growled and tried to attack him, only for another follower to grab him from behind. “No… none of it was”, Bonnie confessed. “But I really wanted to marry you, my Leader! I love you more than Wolfie ever will!!!”

Lambert scoffed and shook his head, looking away from them both. “No you don’t. You know what the benefits of marrying me are. You would become my second in command and be able to lead the Cult whenever I’m busy with a Crusade”, he stated before glaring back at them. Then he walked over to Wolfie and lifted her head up, stroking her chin gently. “The difference between you and Wolfie is painfully clear. She looks at me with love in her eyes, but you don’t!” Bonnie then backed away and Lambert said, “To the pillories with those two and then you can all go to sleep. Wolfie will stay here with me for the night”.

As soon as the door was shut, Lambert pulled Wolfie closer and kissed her. She kissed him back and laced her hands through his wool. When they parted, the two giggled and she said, “I love you Lambert”. “I love you too Wolfie. Here…”. He walked away and grabbed a new outfit for her, which was all in white. “H-Huh…?!” “If you don’t mind, I’d like to get married to you tomorrow and I want you to wear this”. It was a white cape with pink accents, along with matching socks and a white and pink bow to go in her hair. She blushed and said, “I’d love to marry you, my Leader”. He chuckled and said, “Just call me Lambert, okay?”

The next day, Narinder officiated the wedding and the rest of Lambert’s followers were entranced by how beautiful Wolfie looked. “By the power invested in the Red Crown, I pronounce you husband and wife”, Narinder said just as the Crown was lifted off of Lambert’s head. “Huh…?” It’s power then went into Wolfie, who was lifted up and her cloak turned black and blue, along with her ribbons and socks. “Hm… the Red Crown has given her immortality. It must think that she’s worthy enough to also hold some of its power”. Lambert smiled and then kissed her passionately, causing everyone to clap with pure joy.

“I love you, Wolfie”.

“I love you too, Lambert”.

END

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College AU Part 45: Time Warp

Scene 1: For Your Entertainment

(Scene title by Adam Lambert)

INT. Hallway - Evening

Ace and Zayn are walking down the hallway near the theater. Ace is holding onto Zayn's arm and resting his head on his shoulder.

ZAYN: Are you excited to see the play?

ACE: Hm... I'm ready to be impressed, let's just say that.

Zayn smiles.

ZAYN: Cyra said it'll be entertaining.

ACE: Yeah, we'll see about that.

The pair stop at the open theater doors and show their tickets to one of the ushers. The usher nods and gestures at them to follow her.

INT. Theater - Evening

Ace and Zayn sit down in their seats. Zayn wraps his arm around Ace's shoulders.

ACE: Have you ever seen Rocky Horror?

Zayn shakes his head.

ZAYN: Nope.

ACE: You're in for a surprise, then.

Zayn gives Ace a confused look.

ACE: It's a cult classic, especially for gay people.

ZAYN: And what do you think of it?

Ace shrugs.

ACE: It's alright.

Zayn snickers and Ace smiles to himself.

Scene 2: Fake You Out

(Scene title by twenty one pilots)

INT. Theater - Evening

Connor is peaking through the stage curtains to see the crowd. He smiles when he notices Ace and Zayn. He then back away from the curtain.

INT. Dressing room - Evening

In the dressing room, Cyra is sitting in front of one of the mirrors, trying on her sparkly hat.

Connor runs into the room and hurries over to Cyra, a big smile on his face.

CONNOR: Cyra, your boyfriends are here.

Cyra glances at Connor.

CYRA: Hm?

CONNOR: Ace and Zayn.

CYRA: Ohhhh.

Bella and Devin are looking in the mirror next to Cyra's. Devin is sitting in the chair in front of the mirror, and Bella is standing next to him, checking her hair and makeup. Devin has an arm wrapped around Bella's thighs.

DEVIN: You're really not dating either of them?

CYRA: They're dating each other.

CONNOR: Avoiding the question, classic move.

Connor winks at Devin.

CYRA: I'm not dating them.

Devin nods.

DEVIN (sarcastically): Right...

CONNOR: We'll figure it out eventually.

Cyra smiles and tilts her hat down in the mirror.

CYRA: Keep dreaming.

Cyra stands up and looks at Devin and Bella.

CYRA: You ready, Bella?

BELLA: Let's do this!

CONNOR: What? You're not gonna ask us?

CYRA: You're not on stage until after the Time Warp.

CONNOR: Don't remind me...

Everyone laughs at Connor.

Scene 3: Time Warp

INT. Theater - Evening

The band on the side of the stage begins to play the music. The guitar riff from "Time Warp" plays. A pre-recorded vocal track plays and the actors lip-sync along to it.

Prince, who is standing next to Jayce and Bella, starts off the song. They hold onto the pole at the bottom of a fake staircase for most of their verse.

PRINCE (lip-syncing): It's astounding. Time is fleeting. Madness takes its toll.

Celia steps out from behind the staircase, wearing her maid outfit. She slowly ascends the staircase, caressing the railing on the way up.

PRINCE (lip-syncing): But listen closely.

CELIA (lip-syncing): Not for very much longer.

PRINCE (lip-syncing): I've got to keep control.

Prince spins around, holding onto the bars under the railing.

PRINCE (lip-syncing): I remember doing the time warp

Drinking, those moments when

The blackness would hit me

CELIA & PRINCE (lip-syncing): And the voice would be calling

The rest of the cast, except for Cyra, Connor, Devin, and Vir (who is standing on a desk to the side of the stage), run out onto the stage. They do the dance, following along with instructions in the lyrics.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): Let's do the time warp again

Let's do the time warp again

VIR (lip-syncing): It's just a jump to the left.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): And then a step to the right

VIR (lip-syncing): Put your hands on your hips.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): And bring your knees in tight

And it's the pelvis thrust

That really drives you insane

Let's do the time warp again

Let's do the time warp again

Celia twirls out to the center of the stage. Prince follows her and dramatically puts their hands on Celia's back and stomach. Bella clings to Jayce's arm and the pair exchange nervous glances.

CELIA (lip-syncing): It's so dreamy

Oh fantasy free me

So you can't see me

No, not at all

Prince drops into a crouch, wrapping their arms around Celia's leg.

CELIA (lip-syncing): In another dimension

With voyeuristic intention

Well secluded

I see all

Prince stares up at Celia as they lip-sync their part.

PRINCE (lip-syncing): With a bit of a mind flip

CELIA (lip-syncing): You're into the time slip

PRINCE (lip-syncing): And nothing can ever be the same

Prince stands up again, still making eye contact with Celia.

CELIA (lip-syncing): You're spaced out on sensation

PRINCE (lip-syncing): Like you're under sedation

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): Let's do the time warp again

Let's do the time warp again

Cyra gets rolled out on top of a piano by a couple of crew members.

CYRA (lip-syncing): Well I was walking down the street just a-having a think

When a snake of a guy gave me an evil wink

Cyra hops off the piano and dances a bit.

CYRA (lip-syncing): He shook me up, he took me by surprise

He had a pickup truck and a devil's eyes

He stared at me and I felt a change

Time meant nothing, never would again

Cyra drops down into a split.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): Let's do the time warp again

Let's do the time warp again

VIR (lip-syncing): It's just a jump to the left.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): And then a step to the right

VIR (lip-syncing): Put your hands on your hips.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): And bring your knees in tight

And it's the pelvis thrust

That really drives you insane

Let's do the time warp again

Let's do the time warp again

Everyone dramatically falls to the floor.

We cut to Ace and Zayn in the audience. Zayn gives Ace a confused look.

ACE: Just wait, it gets worse.

The music starts up again and Connor throws the curtains open at the back of the stage. Everyone else on the cast looks at him.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): How do you do, I

See you've met my

Faithful handyman

He's just a little brought down because

When you knocked

He thought you were the candyman

Connor starts walking down to the front of the stage, holding the cape wrapped around him shut. Prince and Celia look at each other, pretending to be annoyed by Connor. Cyra smiles and excitedly claps her hands.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): Don't get strung out

By the way I look

Don't judge a book by its cover

I'm not much of a man

By the light of day

But by night I'm on hell of a lover

Connor opens the cape, revealing his burlesque outfit underneath.

Zayn widens his eyes and looks at Ace, shocked by the display. Ace nods and rolls his eyes.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): I'm just a sweet transvestite

From transsexual Transylvania

Connor throws his arms around Jayce and Bella's shoulders and leads them around the stage, greeting various other cast members.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): Let me show you around, maybe

Play you a sound

You look like you're both pretty groovy

Or if you want something visual

That's not too abysmal

We can take in an old Steve Reeves movie

Connor continues to shake hands with the guests.

JAYCE: I'm glad we caught you at home

Could we use your phone?

We're both in a bit of a hurry

BELLA: Right!

JAYCE: We'll just say where we are

Then go back to the car

We don't want to be any worry

Connor smiles and turns to face Bella and Jayce.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): Well you got caught with a flat, well

How 'bout that?

Well, babies, don't you panic

By the light of the night

It'll all be alright

I'll get you a satanic mechanic

I'm just a sweet transvestite

From transsexual Transylvania

We cut back to Zayn and Ace in the audience. Zayn leans over to talk to Ace.

ZAYN (whispering): This is a lot.

ACE: Told you it was crazy.

We cut back to the stage. Connor is sitting on a throne in the center of the stage, and Cyra and Celia are crouched on either side of him.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): Why don't you stay for the night?

CELIA (lip-syncing): Night!

CONNOR (lip-syncing): Or maybe a bite

CYRA (lip-syncing): Bite!

Cyra sticks her tongue out and slowly licks along Connor's leg.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): I can show you my favorite obsession

I've been making a man

With dark hair and a tan

And he's good for relieving my...

Tension

Cyra and Celia both stand up to do a little choreographed dance behind Connor.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): I'm just a sweet transvestite

From transsexual Transylvania

Connor stands and makes his way across the stage to where there is a fake elevator. Jayce and Bella follow him.

CONNOR (lip-syncing): Oh, oh!

I'm just a sweet transvestite

From transsexual Transylvania

Connor gets into the elevator and poses dramatically for his monologue.

CONNOR: So, come up to the lab

And see what's on the slab

I see you shiver with antici...

...pation

But maybe the rain

Isn't really to blame

So I'll remove the cause

But not the symptom

The lights go out and the crowd applauds.

Scene 4: Hot-Patootie

The lights dim and the riff to "Hot Patootie" plays.

Rhett runs out of the "freezer" toward the rest of the cast as the song begins. Connor and Devin, who are next to the tank, glance at each other. Prince and Celia both roll their eyes. Cyra squeals in excitement and claps her hands, bouncing a bit.

RHETT (lip-syncing): Whatever happened to Saturday night?

When you're dressed up sharp and you feel alright

It don't seem the same since cosmic light

Came into my life, I thought I was divine

We cut to the audience, where Ace is lip-syncing to the first few lines of the song. Zayn raises an eyebrow at Ace, but Ace just shrugs.

Cyra leaps into Rhett's arms. He picks her up and spins her around as he lip-syncs the chorus.

RHETT (lip-syncing): Hot patootie, bless my soul

Really love that Rock 'n' Roll

Hot patootie, bless my soul

I really love that Rock 'n' Roll

Rhett sits Cyra down on the edge of the tank before the second verse starts. He turns to perform to the audience.

RHETT (lip-syncing): My head used to swim from the perfume I smelled

My hands kinda fumbled with her white plastic belt

Cyra hops off the tank and hurries over to Rhett, who is still performing to the audience.

RHETT (lip-syncing): I'd taste her baby pink lipstick and that's when I'd melt

Cyra bends closer to Rhett and holds her hand up to block her mouth, pretending to whisper in his ear.

RHETT (lip-syncing): She'd whisper in my ear, "Tonight she really was mine"

Cyra leans back and smiles widely at Rhett.

RHETT (lip-syncing): Get back in front and put some hair oil on

Buddy Holly was singing his very last song

Rhett turns to face Cyra and puts his hands on her hips. Cyra wraps her arms around his neck. We see Connor roll his eyes behind them, pretending to be annoyed.

RHETT (lip-syncing): With your arms around your girl, you try to sing along

It felt pretty good, woo!

You really had a good time

The rest of the cast lip-syncs the chorus this time, and their voices can be heard on the track.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): Hot patootie, bless my soul

Really love that Rock 'n' Roll

Hot patootie, bless my soul

I really love that Rock 'n' Roll

Connor reaches into the tank and pulls out a fake hammer. He runs at Rhett, who immediately looks scared and runs away. The pair run around in circles on the stage while the chorus plays out.

EVERYONE (lip-syncing): Hot patootie, bless my soul

Really love that Rock 'n' Roll

Hot patootie, bless my soul

I really love that Rock 'n' Roll

As the song comes to a close, Rhett falls behind the tank and Connor follows him. Connor pretends to beat him with the hammer behind the tank, raising it high so the audience can see.

Cyra screams ear-piercingly loud as she watches Connor.

We cut to Ace and Zayn in the audience. Ace squints and holds his fingers up to one of his ears.

ACE: Oh god.

ZAYN: She's loud.

ACE: Yeah.

Connor finally stops pretending to hit and Cyra stops screaming. Everyone looks at Connor in horror.

CONNOR: What? It was a mercy-killing.

Scene 5: Rose Tint My World

INT. Theater - Evening

Erik, Rhett, and Cyra are in the center of the stage together. Rhett is sitting at his drum set and Erik has his guitar. Cyra is in front of them with a mic stand. The rest of the cast are sitting on various stage props and the floor on either side of the stage.

Erik starts playing the opening guitar riff to "Rose Tint Me World". Rhett joins in with the drums. When the intro ends, Cyra begins to sing live.

CYRA (singing): It was great when it all began

I was a regular Franky fan

But it was over when he had the plan

To start working on a muscle man

Cyra flexes her biceps.

CYRA (singing): Now the only thing that gives me hope

Is my love of a certain dope

Rose tints my world

Keeps me safe from my trouble and pain

I am just seven hours old

We cut to where Ace and Zayn are sitting.

ACE: I guess she's gonna sing the whole thing.

ZAYN: Is she not supposed to?

ACE: Usually the whole cast sings this song. She just had to take the spotlight, huh?

Zayn snickers.

CYRA (singing): Is an orgasmic rush of lust

Cyra winds her hips around during that line.

CYRA (singing): Rose tints my world

Keeps me safe from my trouble and pain

We cut to where Roman, Jamie, and Sebastian are sitting in the front row. Both Jamie and Sebastian are watching the performance closely, with Sebastian even nervously chewing on his thumbnail. Roman, on the other hand, is on his phone.

Jamie glances at Roman and then leans closer to him to say something.

JAMIE (whispering): I heard some of the students talking about an after party. Do you know anything about that?

Jamie sounds a little concerned. Roman shakes his head, not looking up from his phone.

ROMAN: Not a clue.

Jamie stops whispering but still keeps his voice low.

JAMIE: If they do it on campus, we're gonna get shit for it.

ROMAN: I'm sure it won't be on campus.

Jamie sighs.

JAMIE: Look. The students seem to like you a lot more than they like me. So could you just maybe talk to them about it after the show?

Roman finally looks up from his phone to give Jamie an annoyed look.

ROMAN: Why don't you just get Tony to do it? His brother's on the cast.

JAMIE: That's why I don't wanna ask him. They seem like they let each other get away with a lot.

Roman just stares at Jamie, not happy.

JAMIE: Come on. It'll come back to bite you too.

Roman groans.

ROMAN: Fine. But I'm going back now so I don't have to chase them down.

Roman gets up and heads for the door closest to his side of the stage.

CYRA (singing): Lust is so sincere...

Cyra's gaze follows Roman when she notices him leaving. She seems a little confused and upset.

Rhett plays a short drum solo. Before it ends, Cyra focuses her attention back on the performance. Erik starts to play a slow guitar riff and Cyra sings along to it.

CYRA (singing): Don't dream it, be it

Don't dream it, be it

Don't dream it, be it

Don't dream it, be it

We see some close-ups of Erik's guitar, as well as a few shots of the other cast members lip-syncing along with Cyra.

CYRA (singing): Don't dream it, be it

Don't dream it, be it

Don't dream it, be it

Don't dream it, be it

Rhett and Erik pick up the tempo for a few bars before Cyra starts singing again.

CYRA (singing): I'm a wild and untamed thing

I'm a bee with a deadly sting

You get a hit and your mind goes ping

Cyra pretends to flick the side of her head.

CYRA (singing): Your heart will thump and your blood will sing

So let the party and the sound rock on!

We gonna shake it 'til the life has gone

Rose tint my world

Keep me safe from my trouble and pain

Cyra takes the mic out of the stand and starts dancing around as she repeats the verse.

CYRA (singing): I'm a wild and untamed thing

I'm a bee with a deadly sting

You get a hit and your mind goes ping

Your heart will thump and your blood will sing

So let the party and the sound rock on!

We gonna shake it 'til the life has gone

Rose tint my world

Keep me safe from my trouble and pain

Rhett and Erik suddenly slow the tempo again, playing a drawn out, dramatic ending to the song.

CYRA (singing): Rose tint my world

Keep me safe from my trouble and pain

Cyra drags out the last word as Rhett smashes the cymbals.

CYRA: Thank you everyone!

The crowd cheers. As soon as the lights go down on the stage, Cyra bolts behind the curtain. Erik and Rhett both watch her go and then look at each other. Rhett shrugs.

Scene 6: Don't You Want Me

(Scene title by The Human League)

INT. Backstage - Evening

Roman is leaning against one of the vanities, looking at his phone. Cyra comes through one of the stage doors and hurries down the stairs.

CYRA: What's up? Why'd you leave?

Roman locks his phone and puts it in his pocket.

ROMAN: Jamie found out about your party and sent me to make sure it doesn't happen on campus.

Cyra looks confused.

CYRA: Well... Did you tell him it's not?

ROMAN: I don't want him to know that I go to your parties.

CYRA: Oh. Right.

ROMAN: It's fine. I'll just text him in a minute.

Cyra nods. The pair fall silent for a moment until a sly smile grows on Cyra's face.

CYRA: Hey... We should do a repeat of the Christmas party!

Roman just laughs dismissively and pulls out his phone again.

CYRA: Come on! Didn't you have fun?

ROMAN: I think you had more fun than I did.

CYRA: So? You were still enjoying yourself.

Roman glances at Cyra for a moment.

ROMAN: You're really that desperate for me to fuck you again?

Cyra immediately looks offended.

CYRA: What? I never said that.

ROMAN: Then just go bug Ace and Zayn like you usually do.

Cyra squints and glances around, looking a little confused.

JAYCE: Hey, Cyra!

Cyra turns around when she hears her name. Prince and Jayce are coming down the steps from the stage doors.

JAYCE: Can we get a ride with you to the party?

CYRA: Uh, sure. But Roman's driving.

Cyra looks at Roman over her shoulder.

ROMAN: Yeah, it's fine.

PRINCE: Is anyone else going with you guys? Because Leon needs a ride too.

Roman is typing something on his phone.

ROMAN: No, but you guys will have to squeeze into the backseat.

PRINCE: That's fine.

CYRA: Jayce can go in the middle because he's the tiniest!

JAYCE: Hey!

Roman finishes whatever he was typing and puts his phone away.

ROMAN: Okay, let's go then.

Roman starts walking toward the exit.

PRINCE: Wait, Cyra! Erik was looking for you.

Cyra looks confused.

CYRA: Why?

PRINCE: He was asking why you suddenly ran off the stage.

CYRA: The song was over.

Prince just shrugs. Cyra looks over at Roman, who is standing in the exit, holding the door open.

ROMAN: You can talk to him when we get to the house.

CYRA: But–

ROMAN: Bus is leaving.

Roman leaves, giving Cyra no choice but to follow him.

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Here’s how: - Step 1: Identify an Ascending Triangle Look for a currency pair consolidating with higher lows and a horizontal resistance line. Use a 4-hour or daily chart for best results. - Step 2: Check the CCI - If the CCI is above +100, it’s a bullish confirmation. - If it’s below -100, wait—the market might not be ready. - Step 3: Wait for the Breakout and Retest Don’t rush in. Let the price break out and pull back. Enter on the retest of the old resistance. - Step 4: Manage Your Risk Set your stop-loss below the triangle’s lower trendline. For take-profit, aim for a 2:1 reward-to-risk ratio, or use the height of the triangle to project the price target. Common Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them) - Ignoring the Retest Skipping the retest is like skipping dessert at a fancy dinner—you’re leaving the best part on the table. - Forgetting About Divergence Always check the CCI for divergence. It’s the GPS of trading—ignore it, and you might end up lost. - Over-Leveraging Don’t bet the farm on one trade. As tempting as it is to go all-in, remember: even the best setups can fail. Why These Tactics Work The Commodity Channel Index and Ascending Triangle patterns are powerful on their own, but together, they’re like peanut butter and jelly—a classic combo that’s hard to beat. By mastering these techniques, you’ll gain an edge that most traders overlook. And remember, the market rewards patience and preparation. So, study the charts, wait for the perfect setup, and execute with confidence. 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[spacednightowl]

Character: King Humfrey Lambert is a burly man with broad shoulders and a commanding presence, his brown hair flecked with gray from years of ruling and warring. His eyes are a piercing green, often reflecting a cold, calculating demeanor. Since ascending to the throne at the tender age of ten, dire circumstances have molded him into the ruthless ruler he is today. With a reputation for being exceptionally intelligent yet cruel, he has shown a remarkable ability to manipulate his surroundings to exert control. His quest for power has overshadowed any semblance of traditional morality, leading him down a dark path of tyranny.

Motivation and Goals: Humfrey's driving motivation is to solidify his power and establish a legacy—one that will be feared and respected throughout the realms. With no heirs to succeed him, he feels an overwhelming anxiety about his reign's eventual end. His marriage to twelve different women, resulting in their executions, highlights his desperate pursuit for a strong dynastic lineage. Humfrey craves not only control but also validation and legacy, becoming someone whose name echoes through history. His immediate goal is to conquer Lavunas and eliminate its opposition, specifically by creating leverage through the capture of its heir.

Significant Events:

Crowning at Ten: Crowned King of Slathrone while he was still a child, Humfrey faced immense pressure. He witnessed court intrigue, betrayal, and the execution of his father at the hands of rebellious nobles, which instilled in him the belief that mercy is weakness.

Night of Fire: In his twentieth year, a coup led by one of his former wives almost succeeded. He retaliated decisively, burning down the treasonous faction’s estate and killing all involved. This event not only solidified his reputation for ruthlessness but also hardened his heart against love and trust.

Conquest of Realms: As he consolidated power through conquest, he was both feared and admired. Battles won through sheer force and clever tactics shaped Slathrone into a formidable empire, marking the rise of Humfrey Lambert in surrounding lands. Each victory fueled his chest with pride yet left him feeling increasingly isolated.

Fateful Marriage: Humfrey's twelfth marriage was to Lady Myrta from the conquered kingdom of Eldor, which he believed could unify the regions. When she bore no heirs and sought to escape, he executed her for treason, intensifying his paranoia about betrayal.

Relationships: Humfrey’s relationships are complex and fraught with tension. His brutal nature has alienated potential allies and created a world where trust is scarce. He treats his advisors and military leaders as pawns, expecting loyalty but delivering fear. His past marriages have left him with a yearning that he can never fulfill; he longs for a connection but fears vulnerability.

His single-minded ambition drives him to target King Theo of Lavunas. The two have crossed paths several times, each testing the other’s strength and resolve. Humfrey views Theo not just as a rival but also as a symbol of everything he wants but cannot achieve—a family and a kingdom with a legacy.

Growth and Change: Throughout his reign, Humfrey has grown increasingly paranoid and solitary. In his quest for power, he has lost sight of his humanity, leading him to make choices that exacerbate his isolation. The decision to kidnap the heir to Lavunas, however, acts as both an unfolding of his nefarious plans and a desperate grasp for a family he has never been able to create.

As he embarks on this mission, moments emerge that challenge his resolve. The kidnap of King Theo's heir forces him to confront thoughts he buried deep; he must grapple with the possibility of nurturing a child he cannot call his own or considering an alliance through marriage.

Ultimately, the betrayal, bloodshed, and isolation may lead him to a crossroads, where he can either learn to embrace the complexity of relationships—thus allowing him to finally build a legacy—or further descend into his dark, ruthless ambition, forever trapped in the cycle of power and paranoia. The story of Humfrey is a tragic tale of ambition that may lead to his ruin or a chance at redemption, echoing throughout history as a lesson on the true cost of power.

[cotlfanficspromptsblog]

COTL ROTOF(Fanfic)

Pt 8 : "Life, Death, Love and Rebirths

9-9-23

"It has already been a Whole 2 and Half Months since Lambert murdered 2 of his Beloved Wives with Lady Dimistru and later on Ascended M3gan(Lambert's 3rd Beloved Wife) in Peace inside the Temple. soon enough he felt as though it's time to bring them both back and as Rebirthed Versions through Indoctrinating Both Dimmi M3ggy back into the Cult after hearing some absoutely Splendid News from his Good Friend S O U P the Angelic Guardian of The Gateways of Old Faith.

Lambert then went upwards towards the Gateway and saw his Friend/Foster Guardian S O U P peacefully standing but watching him walk slowly towards his Passage but not too fast due to S O U P being pretty Cautious about the young Lamb traveling into his Dimensional Realm.

The Bowlheaded Guardian smiled kindly at Their Adopted Calf with as much Graditude.

S O U P : "Ah, Well Hello Again Young Lambert! How are thy doing this Fine day?

Lambert then smiled back while he bowed proper & Gentle like while holding his Blue Fleece like a Gown.

Lambert : "Good Morning, my Favorite Guardian! I am mighty fine this wonderful day thanks for asking.

S O U P : Well alrighty then!, Glad to see you pretty excited. mind telling me why your excited hm. is it because of my upgraded wheel of fortune isn't it? *giggles*

Lambert stood surprised that the Guardian read his mind in a instant and knew exactly what he was thinking which soon started to laugh at how easily fooled he was by them.

Lambert : *scoffs nervously* oh yeah, of course i was thinking about the Necklaces and the Wheel of Fortune getting a huge update trust me you will not believe how much I LOVE your necklaces especially the..

"Right Before Lambert was about to finish his sentence, S O U P then interrupted"

S O U P : "The golden skull, your personal favorite one i know!

Lambert : Yeah that's the one!, how you'd know that Soupie? *laughs*

S O U P : I've been knew since you first tested it on your three wives Samantha, Lady Dimistru & M3gan ever since that day.. and afterwards you was obssessed with those specific golden skulls!

The Guardian smiled and while they quietly reminisced about all of those fun times Lambert enjoyed the Purgetory Runs and getting god Tears even while regulary crusading every week & even everyday of his Thriving Cult when increasing devotion through his followers. soon enough he saw Lambert grabbing a few god tears he's collected in his recent purge run last night and already was ready to spin that wheel.

Lambert : Oops sorry i was interupting your thinking Soupie.. i was just grabbing a god tear i've collected last night and wondering if i could spin it right now?

S O U P then nodded in agreement to Lambert's Question "You May Young Lamb!

Lambert then jumped while kicked his bottom hooves while happily giving S O U P his god tears while the wheel spined

Lambert was lucky to get 3 Gold Skull Necklaces & 1 Missionary Necklace which he was really glad to obtain them all.

Lambert : Gee that was good spin for today! Thanks Soupie!

S O U P : Your very welcome little lamb! glad your happy gaining my fine necklaces for your collection.

Lambert then walked back to his Cult to check on his followers while really glad he had S O U P as his not only his new guardian but even his Bestest Friend!

[lovethesagefan]

LEGEND

Since retiring, and it has been 3 years, I have hence discovered that I have become a legend. When George Washington died, he was proclaimed "First in War, First in Peace, First in the hearts of his countrymen." Washington was a legend. When he could have become a dictator, he chose to step away from power. The man cannot be touched.    Lincoln, the Rail Splitter, is no longer a man. He is like Washington and in his death, ascended into a god-like status. If politics were a religion, Lincoln would be one of its saints. The man could do no wrong, but history tells us the opposite. He violated the Constitution when it served his purpose. He opposed slavery but he truly did not believe it total equality for blacks and white and then only black males who served in the Union Army had earned that right.    There are others who we mythized and overlooked their faults to placed them on their pedestal. Growing up, I had the great General Robert E. Lee, the "Marble Man" provided a guide to how I should conduct myself, though he was a slave owner and fault to continue to keep my ancestors in chains.    These people were all legends, but they became legends after they died. Few legends are recognized in their lifetime. Bob Hope, Johnny Carson, Duke Ellington, Hank Aaron, etc.  These people of sports and entertainment were recognized by their peers and the public as being the one above all others in their field.  There were legends in their own time.    I say this because tonight I think I have become a "legend in my own time." 

Tonight, was NCHS' open house. Back in the day we called orientation. Open House would come later. Well Dr. Lambert asked me to come. Why I decided to go, I will never know. But I went. I was filled with euphoria from all my former colleagues who were glad to see me and asked me if I was coming back to work. I just retired. People d0 not go back to work...or do they? But when people who came on board after I left started to show signs that I had left a mark on NCHS, then I knew I had become a legend.    My department has kept my name alive. My presence encouraged them that I may return like a forgotten talisman to help the department. I have become a legend.    But being a legend is hard. Lincoln, Washington, MLK, etc all had flaws though they are legends. Sometimes a legend cannot or is afraid to let the flaws show lest they are knocked off their pedestal. However for a couple of hours, this legend felt so good. It was like a drug. Dr. Lambert needs teachers, especially in US History. The intoxication of the drug I felt tonight almost had me signing the contract. I was saved by a meeting she needed to have with her APs.    I sorta committed to go over to the school on Day 1. I tell myself, she wants me there to sorta "spy" and report problems or how things can be done better. Why she trusts me, I  will never know. I don't know anything. I just know how I would do things. I don't have any offical dogma or pedagogy to back up my reasons. But I said I would, like tonight, I will get up and go. 

  Tomorrow is a workday. I should probably stay away. If I go, I will be able to impart pearls of wisdom where needed. I may be given a problem and can offer a solution.   But like a moth to the flame, I may get myself out of bed just to go  to be with my people in the place that causes me anxiety also a place that people see me possibly in a way I cannot see...they see me as a legend.      

[angrywrasslenerd]

World Open 2023 Week in Review - Week One

A Block:

Kazuo Saji has been a top contender in the World Open since the tournnament began in earnest in 2018. In 2018, he came up close to winning A Block, but lost out to Kyle Sieras. In 2019, he again was in the money right up until the final night, scoring an impressive victory over Samael Tangaroa before getting spoiled by Fabio Silva on the final night. In 2020, he again wrestled strong all the way through the tournament, barely losing out to Armel St. Martin in the final night of the block. In 2021, he could've taken the whole thing if it weren't for The Fart Heard Round the World that was the debut of Murderer's Row. And in 2022, he won his block and made it to the finals, only to fall to Ultimo Cielo.

I'm bringing you this history lesson to emphasize what a surprise it was this week to watch good ol' Captain Dong trip over his own dick right out of the gate, getting rolled up by Jake Adair in under ten minutes on the first night of block action. In fact, Saji lost both of his matches this week, also taking a narrow loss to El Rey Dorado in one of the best matches of the week. In the interviews leading up to this tournament, Saji stated his intention to meet his friend Connor Cipris in the finals, but after a first week like this, his path to the finals is in doubt already

Jake Adair, meanwhile, kept the hits coming, rolling up both Kazuo Saji and Armel St. Martin in his first two matches of the tournament and creating a situation where he now has a tie-breaker over two of the top seeded talents in the block.  Jake has been on fire lately, finally starting to connect with SWA fans and get some big wins under his belt after coming into SWA carrying a huge chip on his shoulder and an Inside Wrasslin' "Most Hated Man in Wrestling" award back in 2019. While his 2022 Aftermath Championship reign was stopped short after only one defense by Hanami Watanabe (who would very quickly lose the title herself to Clint Oliver only a month and one defense later), Jake's ascendance over the last two years is undeniable, and this could very well be his year.

The biggest surprise of the A Block this week, though, goes to Carlos Ortega-Reyes, who somehow managed to keep it (it being that goddamn railroad spike) in his pants through both of his matches this week, fighting straight up and actually going to the mat with both Paul Lambert and Raye Groves. In fact, and I can't fucking believe I'm saying this, I think Carlos Ortega-Reyes vs. Paul Lambert is actually my match of the week for A Block. Ortega-Reyes continues to not officially put pen to paper for an SWA contract, but his inexplicable affection for SWA might actually be having a positive effect on him.

A Block Point Totals:

Armel St. Martin: 2

El Rey Dorado: 2

Kazuo Saji: 0

Jake Adair: 4

Carlos Ortega-Reyes: 2

Paul Lambert: 2

Adam Nishimura: 2

Raye Groves: 2

The Nerd's Match of the Week: Paul Lambert def. Carlos Ortega-Reyes by PINFALL in 20:50 (2/28)

B Block:

Things were much more stratified in B Block than A Block this week, with some very clear winners and losers.  Probably the biggest surprise among all that was Kyle Sieras being on the losers' pile, dropping decisions to both Aaron Wolff and Tommy Powers. In previous years it would've been practically unthinkable to see Kyle so low in the rankings, but his stock has taken a tumble ever since the breakup of the Redeemed, and especially the departure of his friend unimportantguy to Underground Wrestling Club. Myself, I never could understand why a good dude like Kyle would hang out with a raging fuckhole like unimportantguy, but the friendship seems to have been genuine enough, and Kyle just hasn't been the same ever since that jackass slipped out the back door. (Shout out to CRITICAL! Club poster unimportantguy, who's probably drafting an angry e-mail even as I type this. Get out of your mom's basement and go touch some grass, you fuckin' weirdo. Maybe you'll come out of the experience with better taste in wrestlers.) Without even a match against his friend and rival Raye Groves to look forward to, Kyle Sieras felt aimless and unfocused this week, and it definitely showed in his disappointing performances.

Other wrestlers in the Pile of Shame this week included Chad Jackson and Fabio Silva, who both had the misfortune to draw up Samael Tangaroa and Connor Cipris as their first two matches. Chad in particular got dominated by both men (shut the fuck up fangirls you know what I mean), dropping decisions to both in under ten minutes. Fabio, meanwhile, acquitted himself well in loss, standing and brawling with a kind of determination that we haven't seen from the big lug in a while. And look, when I'm saying something good about Fabio motherFUCKING Silva, you know he's done good.

As you may have guessed if you've been paying any goddamn attention to what I'm writing, the winners' pile for the week consisted of Samael Tangaroa and Connor Cipris. Connor in particular looked fired up as hell. In pre-tournament interviews, he mentioned how he meant to make up for missing the last three years' World Opens due to a combination of injury and family issues (for those who didn't know, Connor's father passed away from complications caused by severe COVID-19 in 2021). With the injury bug hopefully now behind him, Connor fought like hell this week, and is an early favorite to make the finals. In fact, Connor vs. Fabio in particular probably would've been my match of the week for B Block, were it not for one other match in the block that delivered exactly what we were all hoping it would.

My match of the week for B Block, though, has to go to Samael Tangaroa vs. Fabio Silva. Some were concerned that Fabio would be too softened up by Connor earlier in the week to give his all, but those concerns were, I am happy to report, misplaced. I know, right? Me? Praising Fabio motherFUCKING Silva twice in one post? But it was one of the bloodiest, most violent matches I can remember seeing in SWA, with both men looking like hamburger by the time Samael's hand was raised in victory. You all know how I love a good brawl, especially one as hate-filled as this, and any match where I can watch either of these two men get his ass beat is a win in my book. One where they both beat the shit out of each other? That's truly priceless.

B Block Point Totals:

Samael Tangaroa: 4

Chad Jackson: 0

Connor Cipris: 4

Fabio Silva: 0

Aaron Wolff: 2

Kyle Sieras: 0

Tommy Powers: 2

Javier Valiente: 2

The Nerd's Match of the Week: Samael Tangaroa def Fabio Silva by KNOCKOUT in 18:32 (3/3)