#meanwhile Leonard where you at?

[vintageandroid]

Star Trek Voyager is weird I think because it's so inconsistently written and the actors are so good. Like. You'll have these really amazing moments, and then the dumbest thing you've ever heard in your life, and it's not even like TNG where those are different episodes; in Voyager those bits are 10 seconds after one another. Robert Duncan McNeill is turning into a lizard because of his daddy issues. Janeway's committing to the Prime Directive today and letting it go for pragmatism tomorrow without any sort of acknowledgement, and it's because the writers aren't talking to each other or something and not a fault of the character, but because Kate Mulgrew conveys it all with such conviction you get fanboys decades later talking about what a horribly inconsistent monster Janeway is. Jeri Ryan is delivering her lines with such nuance and restrained emotion that you totally overlook the way the Borg apparently constructed its drones entirely out of spandex and padded bras. And I know Robert Beltran stopped bothering in the last half or so of Voyager, but the first couple seasons he was actually quite charming, or so it seemed like from whatever of his dialogue you could hear over the Weird Racist Flutes that played anytime he spoke. Neelix is annoying as hell and then you find out he survived a brutal war and has so much rage simmering under the surface. IT'S INSANE. WHAT IS HAPPENING.

Meanwhile we've got TOS, where William Shatner is chewing the cardboard scenery and leaving it soggy, and batting his eyelashes at Leonard Nimoy because who wouldn't, and the sci fi concepts are so good they'll blow your dick clean off.

[muirmarie]

spock with memory loss but not emotional memory loss. he can't remember anything since he left vulcan, but he looks at jim's and leonard's faces and he's like. hmm. i appear to be in love with both of these men. fascinating.

except. y'know. they are absolutely NOT together.

[hi hey have some absolute crack underneath the readmore]

mccoy being a ridiculous mother hen in sickbay and kirk running down from the bridge every hour on the hour all "UPDATE, BONES????" is not. is not helping spock's assumptions.

mccoy GRUDGINGLY allowing spock out of sickbay because lord knows there's some big thing happening and they need the beds, and spock doesn't need immediate medical attention, he just needs, y'know, a cure for the weird memory loss disease he's picked up. you heard me, this isn't amnesia, this is a weird space memory loss disease that mccoy is going to CURE, thank you very much.

he only allows spock out of sickbay if kirk keeps an eye on him. spock's like =/ when will you be joining us, doctor? and mccoy, not nearly as suspicious as he should be because he's so delighted that there's for ONCE a version of spock who actually appears to not be running away from medical, is like !!!!! once i'm sure everyone in sickbay is stable i'll come down to check on you!!!! i'll check on jim too!!! i'll run my scanner over everyone who will allow me to make sure they're okay!!!!! (jim: >=| i did not consent to this. bones: shut up idc i'm already scanning you.)

kirk takes spock back to kirk's quarters figuring they'll bunk together so he can keep an eye on him/make sure the space forgetfulness disease doesn't make him forget anything else.

spock's like. hmm. is this where we live? why don't we keep it warmer for me =/

kirk, oblivious doll that he is, is like yeah, all the quarters are like this, this is indeed where we live! isn't the enterprise the most beautiful ship there is!! also i am so sorry let's crank this place up to a sauna asap

meanwhile spock is sleepy what with the space forgetty sickness but he's like. determined to wait until their bf joins them so they can sleep in a cuddle pile. it seems polite. he's pretty sure he'd be a polite bf. amanda would definitely want him to be a polite bf. plus he feels certain that he needs to make sure the doctor gets some sleep after working non-stop in sickbay. like. that feels like that should somehow be his and jim's responsibility. that feels right.

bones shows up two hours later with his tricorder and even darker circles under his eyes than normal, and is like all right, time to check on my favorite patient <3 (he's still not used to spock not snarking back at him, and is more than a little =/ when spock just sparkles a bit instead of slamming him with an insult, tbh)

spock and jim get a clean bill of health (beyond, y'know, the space-nesia), and mccoy's like, all rightie, i'll be back in the morning to check on you!!! tell me immediately if anything changes!! i should go back to sickbay and check on things

spock: =( what.

mccoy: i need to keep an eye on everything in sickbay

kirk: no he's right you need to get some rest, bones. the on-duty staff will keep an eye on everything, but you've been going non-stop between spock and this new thing

mccoy: i'll grab a nap in my office don't worry

spock: =(((((((

mccoy: ...spock why are you holding onto my wrist. spock why are you - spock why are you dragging me over to the bed. spock - jim why are you laughing

kirk: i mean it is an effective solution

spock: i have the space forgetties and i can't even sleep with my boyfriends????? illogical.

mccoy: ......

kirk: hmm.

mccoy: ????? hmm???? HMMM???? IS THAT ALL YOU GOT????

kirk: i mean, it does sound illogical when he puts it like that

mccoy: ????? i don't know what the two of you have going on on the downlow, but i'm not dating spock. spock, i'm not dating you.

spock: no, no i definitely love you both, so it would be extremely illogical for us not to be dating, and i am, above all else, logical, so ipso facto we must be dating. it's far more likely you just don't want to say we're dating because you'd feel like it would be a shock to my blank slate brain. occam's razor.

mccoy: we're - we're definitely not dating

spock: hmmm jim i am worried that leonard may also have the space forgetty disease.

kirk: bones, just sleep here tonight, it's not a big deal

mccoy, slightly strangled, because he is extremely in love with these two men and this is a bizarre situation even for them: JIM, I -

spock, aggressively laying in the center of the bed and then trapping mccoy next to him by sheer strength and mccoy's surprise, and unfortunately, having pegged mccoy within 5 minutes of meeting him again, saying: what if the space forgetty disease makes me worse during the night and my doctor bf isn't even here to help me =/

kirk: [unhelpfully giggling]

mccoy: gdi why would you say that now you know i can't leave - this isn't you winning this is me GRACEFULLY changing my mind and we are NOT dating and if you use this forced snuggling against me when i ONCE MORE SAVE THE DAY and figure out a CURE to FIX your STUPID VULCAN MIND then i will -

kirk: [leaning over and kissing bones' forehead to shut him up and then walking around the other side of the bed and getting in next to spock] you forgot the key word, there, bones

mccoy, visibly restraining himself from frothing with rage: what.

kirk: yet, bones. we're not dating yet.

[girlnamedangel]

Confused Fascinations

One evening after the Coopers finished dinner, Sheldon and his son Leonard sat in the living room. Leonard was engrossed in a local hockey game while Sheldon read scientific articles, content in his spot.

Meanwhile, Amy was in her daughter's room, reading "Science: And Why Do Kids Love It," a book personally made by her father, to help her daughter sleep.

Leonard, visibly distracted, couldn't focus on the game. Sheldon, noticing his son's unease, asked with concern, "What's on your mind?"

Leonard sighed deeply before admitting, "I'm confused, Dad."

Setting aside his magazine, Sheldon encouraged Leonard to continue.

"A girl kissed me," Leonard confessed shyly, bowing his head. "I don't know how to process it. I admire her; she's the top of our science class, and her glasses make her look even smarter. But I don't think it was more than admiration."

"If you're sure that it's just an admiration then why does it bother you?" Sheldon asked curiously.

"Because I find it fascinating," Leonard replied, looking earnestly at his father, who sensed the confusion in his eyes.

Sheldon was unsure how to respond, he was reminiscing about the day Amy kissed him for the first time. Lost in his memories, he found himself smiling.

"You're teasing me, aren't you?" Leonard asked.

"No, no," Sheldon chuckled softly. "I just remembered something. You know, Lenny, there's a reason why you feel fascinated. I can't tell you exactly what it is because only you can figure that out. Take your time, and the answer will come to you."

"She asked if we're still friends. What should I tell her? I'm bothered, but I enjoy her company," Leonard pondered aloud.

"I suggest you tell her to treat your relationship like a crashed computer and restore it to the last point where it worked for both of you. Trust me, son, that works," Sheldon said with a wink and gently patted Leonard's head.

Leonard's worries seemed to melt away, and he bid his father goodnight with a smile, heading to his bedroom.

He ran into his mother, who was quietly closing his sister's bedroom door. Leonard kissed her on the cheek and said goodnight.

Perplexed, Amy joined Sheldon on the couch and asked, "What's going on with Lenny?"

"He really is my carbon copy, Amy," Sheldon mused, stealing a brief glance at his wife's lips, enough to quiet her curiosity.

The night settled in, wrapping the Coopers in a moment of familial warmth and introspection.

[romcomphysicists]

Title: Unexpected Surprises

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Sheldon Cooper stood in the middle of their living room, his mind buzzing with ideas. He tapped his chin thoughtfully, trying to come up with the perfect surprise for Leonard. It had to be something thoughtful, something Leonard would appreciate deeply.

After pacing back and forth for what felt like hours, Sheldon finally settled on an idea that he believed was both practical and heartfelt. He grabbed his laptop and began typing furiously, researching and planning every detail meticulously.

Meanwhile, Leonard was in the kitchen, completely oblivious to Sheldon's scheming. He hummed to himself while preparing dinner, his mind occupied with work and upcoming experiments at the university. Little did he know, Sheldon was concocting something that would soon turn their evening upside down—in the best possible way.

As the evening approached, Sheldon's excitement grew. He set everything up with precision, ensuring that every aspect of the surprise was perfect. He double-checked the details, making sure nothing was overlooked.

When Leonard finally joined him in the living room, Sheldon greeted him with a wide, almost nervous smile. "Leonard, I have something for you," he announced, his voice tinged with a hint of anticipation.

Curious, Leonard raised an eyebrow. "What is it, Sheldon?"

Sheldon motioned towards the couch, where he had set up a small projector. "Sit down," he instructed, his eyes twinkling with excitement.

Intrigued, Leonard obeyed, settling beside Sheldon as he activated the projector. A slideshow began to play on the wall, accompanied by soft music—a compilation of their moments together over the years. There were pictures of them at Comic-Con, snapshots from their travels, and candid shots from everyday life in their apartment.

Leonard watched in awe as each image appeared, a nostalgic smile spreading across his face. He glanced at Sheldon, his heart swelling with affection. "Sheldon, this is... amazing," he murmured, touched by the effort and thoughtfulness behind the surprise.

But Sheldon wasn't done yet. As the slideshow came to an end, he reached into his pocket and pulled out a small box. He held it out to Leonard, his gaze earnest. "I wanted to give you something special," he explained softly.

Leonard took the box, his hands trembling slightly. He opened it to find a beautifully crafted necklace—a miniature replica of the DNA double helix, a symbol of their shared passion for science and their intertwined lives.

Speechless, Leonard looked up at Sheldon, his eyes shimmering with emotion. "Sheldon, I... I don't know what to say," he admitted, his voice choked with gratitude.

Sheldon smiled gently, his own emotions bubbling just beneath the surface. "You don't have to say anything, Leonard. I just wanted to show you how much you mean to me," he replied sincerely.

Leonard leaned forward, enveloping Sheldon in a heartfelt embrace. "Thank you," he whispered, his voice filled with love and appreciation.

As they held each other, surrounded by memories and the warmth of their bond, Sheldon knew that his surprise had been a success. Sometimes, the greatest gifts were not the grand gestures, but the moments shared and cherished between two people who understood each other more deeply than words could convey.

And as they sat together, basking in the glow of their love and the quiet beauty of the evening, Sheldon couldn't help but feel a profound sense of contentment. Leonard was his greatest experiment, his most precious discovery—and he wouldn't trade their relationship for anything in the world.

Together, they watched the stars through the window, knowing that their journey was just beginning—a journey filled with surprises, laughter, and the infinite wonders of their shared universe.

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**Author's Note:** I hope you enjoyed this Shelnard fanfiction! If you have any more ideas or scenes you'd like to explore, feel free to let me know!

[verdemoun]

bro hypothetical ask aus are so funny can i ask for a hypothetical divorce au where lenny divorces sean😭😭😭😭

this is fucking hilarious if lenny divorced sean he would get everything even the damned bike sean would be walking out of court with the clothes on his back and a single cardboard box. maeve would choose to move in with lenny because he had the money and be a spoiled little brat. sean would regularly get drunk and either stand on the lawn with a boombox trying to win lenny back or throw rocks and dog shit at his house while screaming fuck you leonard and lenny would just roll his eyes and call the cops.

lenny would get with jenny despite jenny having a lot of the same issues that he argued lead to his divorce (alcoholic, started fights, minimum wage job in conflict with exorbitant spending habits) and jenny who is also a red head in timewarp (lenny has a type okay) would have no issue passing off maeve as her biological daughter, which maeve doesn't correct.

sean would have to move in with karen in a fwb situation in a perfect return to their canon 'we fuck and live together but are incompatable people' meanwhile crying how much he hated/missed lenny and probably drink himself to death within the decade.

[skadiloki]

The Wolf Cried Hope Part 1

A/N:Guys I did it! I finally finished the first part of my story. I is proud baby😚. Okay so before you begin reading Ben a.k.a Soldier Boy is a bit OOC I kinda did it on purpose cause we don't really exactly know,at least from the shows standpoint,that he's entirely racist. I feel he's more indifferent towards black people or any person of color as a whole but that's just me. MASSIVE TRIGGER WARNING this does contain sexual assault,some bits of sexual harassment and attempted rape so please be aware. I tried not to be too terribly graphic in order not to trigger myself in a sense but reader discretion advised. If anything like this has happened to anyone and I mean ANYONE please don't pull a me,I held it in for months until I finally told my mother,she never believed me cause she yelled at me,called me a liar and then processed to beat me for it but it is what it is,don't do it. Please seek help,I know it's easier said than done but please please please try. Cause it can def mess with your psyche and we don't want that. If it's too much for you to read that part you can scroll past it,it is long so I'm letting you know now,but other than that I hope you enjoy the first part of the story. I worked really hard so please enjoy it as much as you can. Oh,and for obvi reasons I used my tumblr name and not my real one. Happy reading peeps🤗

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(A'ight so I know Leonard is dead in The Boys franchise but let's pretend for a second that he actually lived after Butcher left for the British military and went to America with him at some point after. So right,I know I'm talkin a lot but hear me out. Butcher and the others,others being M.M,Annie,Hughie,and Soldier Boy need some extra help rightrightright with killing Homelander and shit so they go off to Leonard's house for that extra help. 👀👀 Took me mUuUmmfffs to try and come up with something so let's hope this works. Fingers crossed)

*It was Summer,a normal sunny day,perfect breeze,children playing in sprinklers,people barbecuing in their backyards just having the time of their lives like normal folk. Meanwhile Butcher and the others are in the current safehouse at a standstill contemplating their next move and what they should do in trying to take Homelander down for good*

Annie:We've literally tried everything and still haven't taken down Homelander. And we can't have another Herogasm incident.

M.M:If Soldier Boy couldn't take him out there aren't really any more options we can take here Annie.

Annie:My live should be more than enough to help some.

M.M:Yeah but how is that really going to help us take down Homelander in the long run?

Hughie:Maybe we can ask Frenchie to make something that could temporarily take out Homelander?

M.M:With how much time that we have,that'd be cutting it close Hughie.

Soldier Boy:Then how the hell do you figure we take the caped fuck out,huh?

Butcher:I may have an idea.

M.M:Well don't just sit there in silence motherfucker,tell us.

Butcher:I'm not sure it might even work.

Annie:What even is it Butcher?

Butcher:*Stands up from his chair* Come on you lot. We're goin on a trip.

Hughie:A trip to where?

Butcher:For our secret weapon.

Annie:How do you know this weapon will work Butcher?

Butcher:You just gotta trust me love. Come on.

M.M:Butcher,now isn't the time to fucking pussyfoot around the subject. Tell us what we're walking into man.

Butcher:You're just gonna have to trust me on this M.M. I know it don't sound like nothin but it's better than sittin here on our asses like a bunch of clueless cunts twiddling our goddamn thumbs. Just fuckin trust me yeah? We ain't got no more time to lose.

*Butcher leaves the safehouse while the others just sit there*

Annie:Are you sure we should trust him?

M.M:No,but what other choice do we have at this point? We better go before the bastard ends up killing himself.

Soldier Boy:You really think the limey actually has a weapon that can take out that overgrown pussy?

Hughie:He's the best we've got.

Soldier Boy:So the dumb fuck’s leading us to our deaths? Tch,Christ on a cross. How the fuck do we even know that the limey's not just trying to steer us in the wrong direction?

Annie:We don't. Let's just go. Something is better than nothing at this point.

*The four of them get up and leave the safehouse as well to see this so called “Secret weapon” Butcher spoke of. After a solid two hour and some change drive to Syracuse they pull into the driveway of a lovely two story gray home in a pretty chill community*

(Dis da house)

Hughie:This is your secret weapon? A house.

Butcher:It's not the house itself Hughie,it's what's inside the house.

Hughie:Well what's inside the house?

Butcher:You'll find out once we get it.

*He gets out of the car leaving Hughie there to his own thoughts*

Hughie:I've got a bad feeling about this.

*He gets out the car and stands outside along with the others just staring up at the house*

M.M:Are you sure this is the right place Butcher?

Butcher:Of course it is.

Annie:Is the secret weapon the house or something?

Butcher:No. Would you all just shut up,you're doin me head in with all these fuckin questions. Just come on.

Soldier Boy:How do we even know that there actually is a weapon in there strong enough to take out Homelander?

Butcher:For fuck's sake just trust me alright. *He walks up to the front door with the other cautiously behind him as he knocks on it waiting for someone on the other side to open it. A few moments pass by and the door opens revealing a familiar face* Hey Lenny.

Lenny:No. You need to leave,right now.

Butcher:Len please.

Lenny:Absolutely not. Billy you can't be here. You need to leave.

Soldier Boy:Who the fuck is this cocksucker?

Butcher:Oi! Watch it.

Annie:I'm sorry but who is this Butcher?

Butcher:He's my brother Lenny.

Hughie:Wait,you have a brother?

Butcher:Long story. Len,can we just talk,please?

Lenny:No,absolutely not. You can't just show up after all these years and want to talk. Please leave.

M.M:Hold on,hold on,hold on. Butcher. *He grabs his shoulder to slightly pull him back speaking in a quieter tone* Are you telling me that your brother is this secret weapon you were talking about?

Butcher:No. *Turns back to Lenny* Just gimme a few minutes of your time Len. I won't be long.

Lenny:Why should I even let you waste my time,huh? And for what,for you to run off and do fuck all?

Butcher:Alright now Lenny. I know ain't been in touch with ya in these last few years.

Lenny:No. I don't want to hear the excuses anymore Billy.

Butcher:Len I-

Soldier Boy:Enough of this. *He pushes Butcher aside and walks up to Lenny grabbing him by the collar* Alright now look here you skinny good for nothing pussyass scared bitch. We ain't got the time for your bitching and moaning,we're here for-

*Annie steps in between the three,separating Soldier Boy from Lenny and Butcher gets in his face*

Annie:Whoa,whoa everyone calm down!

Butcher:Put your fuckin hands on ‘im again and I'll fucking kill ya.

Soldier Boy:*Scoffs* Is that so? I'd love to see you fucking try.

Annie:Both of you stop it! This isn't what we're here for. Calm down before you start something you can't finish. I am not willing to put this whole neighborhood in danger because of you two and your dick measuring contest. There are bigger problems here that we need to solve and you both getting hostile and being at each other's throats won't help us get any closer to where we need to be.

M.M:Annie's right,now's not the time and it sure as hell ain't the damn place. *He moves past them,Soldier Boy and Butcher now taking their glare-off off of the front step,while he speaks with Lenny* Look,I don't know what Butcher did to you in the past to ensure your wrath. I'm sure his dumbass deserves it anyway.

Butcher:Hey!

M.M:But whatever the issue may be between the two of you is,we need your help Lenny.

Lenny:Why should I trust you?

M.M:You probably shouldn't but we have no other choice. Lives are at stake here,and we need all the help we can get. We wouldn't have come here if it wasn't a life or death thing. Thousands if not millions of lives are at risk and we need all the help that we can get. You can help us possibly save the country if you just hear us out,even if it's just a moment. I won't beg,I won't grovel. It's all up to you. If you want us to leave we can,we'll all get back in our cars and we'll head back to New York and you'll never have to see us again. Or you can just give us a few moments of your time to try and help us take down one of the most dangerous superheroes possibly in history.

Lenny:How do I know you'll keep your word?

M.M:You don't but this is all you got.

Lenny:*Sigh* Fine.

M.M:Thank you.

*Lenny steps aside for them to enter the house,watching them file in before shutting the door behind Hughie*

Lenny:I have water if you want something to drink.

Butcher:*Lays a hand on Lenny's shoulder* Thanks Len.

Lenny:Don't get too comfortable Billy. I'm still upset at you. *He brushes Butcher's hand off his shoulder and walks into the kitchen and sits at the table after kindly offering the others water bottles* So why'd you come? What do you want?

Annie:Butcher said something about a s-

Butcher:Where's Skađi?

Lenny:Why?

Butcher:Cause I ain't seen the little tyke since she was a girl.

Lenny:I don't think that's a good idea Billy. Especially how you left things last time.

Hughie:What happened last time?

Butcher:Another story for another time.

Lenny:Didi's not here right now.

Butcher:Where is she?

Lenny:And why is that any of your concern?

M.M:Butcher you're getting off topic here.

Hughie:I thought we were here for this-

Butcher:Do you know where she is?

Lenny:Yes,why? What does she have to do with possibly saving the country or whatever?

M.M:Wait a second. You mentioned something about a “secret weapon” being here Butcher.

Lenny:Secret weapon? What secret weapon?

Soldier Boy:Are you saying we came all this way for nothing?

Butcher:No.

Lenny:*Sighs while pinching the bridge of his nose* Look,I don't know what Billy's been telling you all but there's no secret weapon here. At least none that I know of.

Butcher:Thus my question as to where Skađi is.

Annie:Does this Skadi pe-

Lenny:Skađi,ah sound.

Annie:Sorry. Skadi? Skađi. *Lenny nods* Does she know about it?

Lenny:If she does it's news to me. She still wouldn't like the fact that you're here Billy. You'd be the last bloke she'd ever want to see.

Hughie:Why did something happen?

Lenny:I don't know. *He glares at Butcher and says incredulously* Did something happen William?

Butcher:*Holds his hands up in defense* Alright,alright there's no need for that Len.

M.M:Butcher what the fuck is going on here? Who the hell is Skađi and what's the reason for this whole back and forth thing between you and him?

Butcher:It's funny you mentioned that M.M ca-

*The sound of the front door being unlocked and open catches everyone's attention then the sound of a deepish husky voice (Imma deep voice girly) talking on the phone*

Man,fuck him. Girl if he was willing to cheat on a fine bitch like you then his ass didn't deserve you in the first place. That nigga ain't worth your tears. Trust me,I've been down that road many times. Well the useless crying that is but you get what I mean.

Lenny:*Laughs* Speak of the devil. (Wink wink) *Shouts* Hi Didi.

Hold on. *I pull away from my phone and shout back* Hi dad! *I go back to my conversation* Okay,what were you saying?

*I continue on my way to my room passing by the kitchen*

Annie:Was that her?

Lenny:It was.

Hughie:If she knows where the weapon is then we need her to tell us where it is.

Lenny:Why would she even know where this supposed “secret weapon” is anyway? Putting her in a room with Billy is spellin trouble.

M.M:If it's to help. We'll take what we can.

Lenny:Ehhh~~ I don't think you want that.

Annie:Please Lenny this would mean the world to us if she could help us.

Lenny:*Shrug* Alright don't say I didn't warn ya. Skađi,come here sweetheart.

Just a second!

Lenny:You lot have fun.

*He gets up from his seat and moves to the opposite side of the kitchen*

Soldier Boy:Why the fuck did you move all the way over there?

Lenny:Oh don't mind me.

*Five or so minutes go by and I walk out of my room*

Where ya at my guy?

Lenny:The kitchen.

Guuch. *I make my way into the kitchen* So whatcha ne-

*Upon stepping into the kitchen and making eye contact with Butcher stops me dead in my tracks*

Butcher:Hello love. Look at how you've grown,almost didn't even recognize ya.

*I scoff then start chuckling which turns into loud boisterous cynical laughter*

Hughie:Oh,so she's happy to see you.

Lenny:*Mumbles* I wouldn't say that.

*I place a hand on my chest,standing up straight,and suddenly full back. That obviously makes Annie and M.M jump up to attempt to catch me but a sudden black hole opens up on the floor and I fall into it and that confused the all hell out of them*

M.M:What in the fuck?

Annie:Butcher wh-

*I appear out of nowhere,gun in hand right under Butcher's chin,growling*

Give me one goddamn reason I shouldn't kill you right fucking now?!

*Soldier Boy pulls his gun along with M.M pointing at me and Annie has her hands up with her eyes glowing ready to strike*

Butcher:I know you're angry.

Angry? Oh,I've pushed past the point of anger. Enraged,infuriated,irked,pissed even.

Soldier Boy:You pull that trigger and I blow your brains out dollface. And I'd hate to ruin such a pretty face.

*I raise an eyebrow at him*

Soldier Boy:Your choice.

Sit.

Soldier Boy:*Cocks his gun* The fuck did you say to me?

I said *My voice distorts almost demonically and I look directly at him* Sit.

*Soldier Boy,M.M,and Annie all sit unconsciously against their wills*

Annie:The hell?

(Oof,homegurl almost forgot. You know we out here with the demonic powers as always,I stay the strongest character in mah shit…But anyway there are Bayonetta undertones in here,first time I've ever done that before,excited. Some Dune too cause The Voice,right? And some Jujutsu Kaisen cause why the fuck not. I know it sounds weird but knowin my ass,oh it'll work. I'll stop)

*I look back to Butcher*

I'm still waitin on an answer.

Butcher:Cause we're family.

*Sarcastically* Oh,so we're family now. That's rich.

Hughie:Wait Butcher,who is this girl?

Butcher:Skađi here is my niece.

M.M:She's your what?!

Soldier Boy:There's no fucking way she could be your niece.

Adopted but niece nonetheless. But saying that would be insulting and going against my word. Why the fuck are you here William?

Butcher:We need your help.

Not interested. Fuck off.

Butcher:It's for the greater good love. You can't just say no and fuck off.

Watch me bitch. *I cock the gun in my hand* I'll see your bitchass in the afterlife.

Lenny:Now Skađi.

You know he deserves it dad.

Lenny:I get it but let's just hear him out.

Hear him out? For fuckin what?

Lenny:Said something about a secret weapon?

Secret weapon? What secret fu- *I think for a second then cackle* Oh you arrogant pharisaic son of a bitch! You think you can just come back into our lives after what you've done? *Growl* I will not be used as a weapon!

M.M:She's the secret weapon you were talking about?

Butcher:Yeah,more or less.

Lenny:You were going to use your own niece as a weapon to kill Homelander?! What the hell is wrong with you Billy!

Annie:Wait,you're a Supe?

In the flesh.

Butcher:In my defense

Fuck your defense. That's not a fucking excuse to use someone you called family William. But knowing you I wouldn't put it beneath you.

Butcher:In my defense it seemed like a good idea at the time.

Why cause you're desperate and fucked?

Butcher:That's just putting it lightly.

God,if dad wasn't here I'd shoot you then I'd revive you just to have Avavago eat you alive!

Hughie:Avawhat?

My demonic pet dragon. Avavago.

M.M:I ain't never heard of a Supe with demonic powers before.

Well there's a first for everything. *I put the safety on the gun and pull back from Butcher* You should be grateful you're still alive. Next time you won't be so lucky. I'm going back to my room. Looking at you makes my skin crawl.

Butcher:At least hear me out Di.

No,fuck you and ya life existence.

Butcher:If you don't help us Homelander may kill us all.

Why the fuck should I care?

Butcher:Because you have a heart.

That may be true but that doesn't mean I'd extend my kindness to you after what you did to me. I will never forgive you for what you've done.

M.M:I'm not one to poke in family affairs outside my own but you've got us curious. Just what has Butcher done that makes you hate him so much?

Lenny and I:Why don't you tell them William.

Butcher:Way to gang up on me you two.

Annie:Butcher.

Butcher:Piss off. It ain't none of your business.

Hughie:We have a right to know.

Butcher:And what makes you think I'd tell you cunts about our little family issue,huh?

Annie:Because you were going to use your own niece as a weapon. You owe us that much Butcher.

Butcher:A thing happened at work a few years back.

Oh Jesus,don't sugarcoat it. Tell them the truth or I will. And if I do,they sure as hell ain't gonna like it.

Soldier Boy:Quit being a bitch about it. So he hurt your feelings,you're so goddamn emotional. All women are but this is a whole new fucking level. Christ on a cross,get over it.

“Get over it” he says. *I pull down the neck of my shirt showing off three wounds near my heart* You remember these?

Butcher:*His eyebrows furrow as he sighs heavily* Skađi.

So you do remember. Consider me shocked. I would've thought you repressed that memory into the back of your mind *Venomously* Billy.

Hughie:You shot her?

Annie:But those should've healed,you're a Supe.

I didn't have a grasp on my powers yet so I didn't heal properly. I don't enjoy the memory but I'd rather save my breath. *I fix my shirt then pull out a chair plopping myself in it* Why don't we show them instead,hm? *I,purposely,smack Butcher in the side of the head,grab at what seems to be his temple then pull back bringing a strip of film,revealing a string of memories* Let's go back eleven years.

Hughie:What in the fuck?! How are you doing that?

It's a part of my powers. (It's a One Piece thing. Forgot about that undertone,but it's just this one thing that Pudding is able to do with her Memo Memo devilfruit) *I do the same thing to myself,without the aggressive slapping and handling,and scroll back an entire decade to one specific memory*

Butcher:(The names and memories will be italicized in apostrophes,I prefer it over quotes in things like this don't know why just do. Back to the story) ‘Alright ya little tyke. You stay here and you work on your school work,I got a meeting that'll probably be the death of me.’

*Giggle* ‘I'm sure it won't be that bad Uncle Billy.’

Butcher:‘You keep tellin yourself that love. Just wait until you're old enough to have to deal with these cunts and I bet you won't be saying that.’

‘Dad said you're not allowed to say that around me.’

Butcher:‘Your dad's not here now is he? Keep it a secret and I'll buy you whatever you want.’

‘Whatever I want?’

Butcher:‘Oh yeah. I'll buy you a whole candy store if you want.’

‘Buy me a PS2 and those two nerf guns I want and you've got a deal. Oh! Games included.’

Butcher:*Pinches my cheek* ‘Cheeky little blighter. You be a good girl for me.’

*Bright smile* ‘Okay.’

Butcher:*Chuckles*

Soldier Boy:Looks like some sappy bullshit to me.

Shut up and watch.

*He immediately stops talking and pays attention to the memories. Ten or so minutes pass by,while in Butcher's memory he's still in the meeting,and in mine two large men enter the room making me look up from my work and pause my music*

‘Oh,uh hello.’

Agent:‘Wow,you're prettier than I thought.’

*A bit awkward* ‘Thanks,I guess.’

Agent 2:‘How old are you sweetie?’

*Guarded* ‘Why?’

Agent:‘Just curious. You look maybe 17,18.’

‘No.’

Agent 2:‘You're younger. Who would've thought a sixteen year old would look as beautiful as you. You surely don't look your age sweetheart,certainly not with a body like that you don't.’

*I shift uncomfortably* ‘I think I'm going to…um see Miss Angelica.’ *I start packing my things* ‘Excuse me.’

*As I step from my place and walk towards the door one agent stops me*

Agent:‘Where are you going? We just want to talk.’

*I brush him off of me* ‘Please don't touch me. I need to leave.’

Agent 2:*He harshly grabs my arm* ‘Why rush? The fun's just getting started.’

‘I said get off of me!’

*I tear my arm from his grasp then kick him in the groin then sock him in the face then making a break for the door only for the other agent to grab me by my hair to yank me back*

Agent:‘You little bitch!’

*Scream* ‘Let me go! Uncle Billy!’

Agent 2:*Gets up* ‘Ugh,you little shit. You'll pay for that you fucking whore.’

Agent:*Pulls my head back by my hair and kisses my neck* ‘You taste so good.’

*Begging* ‘Let me go! Please!’

Agent:‘Nuh-uh.’ *Starts groping at me and chuckles evilly* ‘So soft.’

‘Stop it! Get off of me! Somebody he-’

Agent 2:*Grabs me by my face to silence me* ‘Not today sweetheart.’ *Tears my shirt off and licks his lips* ‘We're going to have fun with you.’

*I bite his hand and claw at the other agent's eyes that's holding me and try to make a run for the door. When I open the door and attempt to scream,my head gets hit against the wall to disorient me and I get dragged back and the door gets slammed*

Agent:‘You're a feisty one aren't ya?’ *He takes off his belt and wraps it around my wrists then he takes off his tie to gag me with* ‘We'll definitely have fun with you.’

*I protest against them as they touch and prod at me,putting their filthy hands in places they shouldn't. I try my best to resist but nothing really works,as the tears roll down my cheeks I scream against the makeshift gag in hopes that someone would hear me. This goes on for several moments,moments that feel like an eternity to me,until it didn't. The second agent pulls me down to the edge of the table by my leg and tries to do the unthinkable*

Agent 2:*Groans* ‘All this foreplay has made me hard. I'm betting you can fix that sweetheart.’ *He unfastens his pants and pulls out his cock stroking the hard pulsing flesh moaning at the sensation* ‘I'm going to ruin you for any other man in your life. You'll be begging me to make you cum then just when you've had enough I'll just keep on going until you forget your own fucking name.’

*I fight furiously against the one holding me down but he proves to be too strong. The man standing before me easily tears the fabric of my leggings off followed by my underwear*

Agent 2:‘God you're such a filthy little whore. Sweet little virgins like you,feisty ones especially,deserve punishment. By the time we're done with you,you'll be our perfect little cumslut. All battered,bruised and fucking obedient.’

*Once he gets close enough to attempt to shove his dick inside of me,something in my mind shatters suddenly causing a mysterious,yet gigantic silky black scaled claw to emerge from the floor grabbing the man and pulling him into the abyss*

Agent:*Draws his gun* ‘What in the fuck!’

*He starts firing at the claw but it does nothing. The sound of loud gunfire obviously draws the attention of others,Butcher being a part of them thankfully,or so I thought,bursting into the room just to see the poor man get dragged down into darkness and the claw vanishing as if it never even existed. From seeing my obvious disheveled look both Angelica,the kind lady who often gives me treats when I come in,and another agent who I found out was named Susan rush over to me to untie me and frantically check me of any other injuries I may have obtained*

Angelica:*Holding my face as she turns it in every which direction to check for other injuries* ‘Oh my God. Sweetheart,are you alright?!’

*An endless stream of tears just flow down my cheeks as I sob,speaking brokenly as hiccups and gasps rack my body*

Th-They t-t-tried to-to…r-rape m-m-me. I-I-I-I w-was d-doi-doing…h-h-home…homework wh-when they

Susan:Sh,sh,sh. You're alright now. You're safe. Let's get you something to put on,hm?

*I nod as she takes off her suit jacket to put around my shoulders soothingly rubbing my back to try and calm me from that traumatic event. Butcher,standing there in pure shock at what he just witnessed. He wasn't even sure if he was seeing things or not but his mind was on autopilot when he drew his gun and pulled the trigger,shooting me three times in the heart. Angelica and Susan scream as I hit the floor now bleeding*

Susan:‘Billy what the fuck! What's wrong with you?’

Angelica:‘Who in the fuck shoots their own niece!’

Susan:‘Call an ambulance Angelica,I'll try and stop the bleeding.’

*Angelica nods and gets up to try and run out of the room but Butcher stops her*

Butcher:‘Fuckin leave her.’

Angelica:*She's shocked at first but then her shock turns to anger* ‘You can't be fucking serious! She's dying because you shot her!’

Butcher:‘She's a fucking supe. You saw what she done to that poor cunt.’

Susan:‘Why does that matter Butcher? You saw the state she was in,you fucking heard her they tried to rape her,if anything he and whoever else fucking deserved it!’

Butcher:‘Bullocks! The bastards deserved to have thier asses fired and prosecuted for trying to take advantage of her,right enough,but they didn't deserve whatever the fuck that was.’

Angelica:‘That doesn't fucking matter!’ *She shoves him out of the way* ‘That's not a fucking excuse to shoot her in the fucking heart Billy!’

*She runs out of the room to get paramedics on the phone to take me to the hospital to try and save me. The memories abruptly stop and the film stripes return back to their rightful places. The others are completely left in shock,even Soldier Boy was shocked,and shocking a man like him with his attitude is quite the feat to achieve*

That's when I first discovered my powers. Avavago saved my life.

Annie:That's awful. I'm so sorry that happened to you.

I've had to relive that nightmare for years before I finally went to therapy and healed. But all of a sudden you *I point to Butcher* show up after all these years to try and fucking use me as some trump card to take down that psychotic fuck you call Homelander.

Butcher:Well what else would you have me do Skađi?

*My already ruby red eyes turn a dark shade of crimson as I bare my fangs at him hissing*

I was fucking thirteen! I'd expect you have some fucking decency to see if I was alright! Not shoot me in the fucking chest! Two grown ass men sexually harassed and assaulted me then tried to rape me all because I was a fuckin early bloomer. The fuck kind of sense does that make Butcher! (I was actually a semi-late bloomer and it was actually my half brother who did that to me. The attempted rape part didn't happen but everything else did,not in the way I described it,but it did really happen when I was thirteen…in my grandparents basement) I cried and begged for help. For you to come and save me,yet instead of feeling safe with the presence of you,Angelica and Susan after that disgusting fuck pulled out his gun and fired at Avavago you fucking shot me! The one man whom I thought was family turned his back on me and wanted me dead.

Butcher:You turned into a Supe. You think I-

Lenny:That didn't give you the right to shoot her Billy.

Butcher:Oh come off it. You're the wanker that gave ‘er Compound V. If there's anyone here to blame it's you Lenny for adopting a baby Supe.

Would you rather I have died?

Butcher:I would have preferred Lenny to not adopt a fucking supe. Like are you kidding me?

I was never injected with Compound V as a baby.

Hughie:You were never injected as a baby with Compound V?

Butcher:What a load of shit.

Lenny:She wasn't.

Butcher:*Taken aback but skeptical* There's no fucking way. No cunt that's a Supe would get injected as a teenager. It's never been tested.

Annie:Butcher is right. Injecting a teen with Compound V is unheard of.

I was eight when they did it.

M.M:But why?

I was born with a heart defect. Atrial Septal Defect or ASD for short. (Which is true) I was diagnosed with it at seven months old.

Hughie:What's that? The ASD,I mean.

It's a defect of when the hole in your heart doesn't close over time. When you're born you actually have a small hole in your heart that will close over time as you get older,mine didn't. I was in and out of the hospital a lot for this condition to try and figure out what to do. I was in foster care during the whole thing,sure my mother was still involved at the time when it was all going down but that doesn't matter. (I am not adopted,although I wish I were cause my mother fucking hated me,still does to this day she just never told me then that she did until I was nineteen when she told me she never wanted me in the first place but she chose to keep me anyway. I'll fucking stop cause this is no time to get fucking emotional. -July 31st,2024 3:11am My ass needs to be asleep) I went to the doctors for years trying to figure this out,dad was in the process of adopting me in that time. The solution was to get surgery done to try and fix the issue and that's when the idea of Compound V came into play.

Hughie:Did it work? Was your ASD fixed?

Lenny:No. She still had to go to Detroit in order to get the surgery done. As you saw the V didn't kick in until she was thirteen.

Annie:Wait,do you still have the ASD?

Not technically,no.

Soldier Boy:The fuck is that supposed to mean? How the fuck would that even be possible for you to not technically still have whatever the fuck that is?

Atrial Septal Defect. It's been corrected,I have a small piece of metal where the hole is in my heart. (Which is also very much true) So in a sense I do still have it,it's just been corrected.

Annie:And you're saying you could've died if it wasn't corrected?

Yes. (That's not entirely true,it is a possibility but without it being corrected the person with it can and will live a bit of a harder life because with ASD it causes your heart to skip beats,which is fucking painful by the way especially paired with SVT…another story for another time but back to what I was saying,yes it can be hard living an adult life with an uncorrected ASD but yes you can ultimately die from an untreated hole in the heart in the end)

Annie:That's awful.

I'm alive and that's all that matters.

Butcher:Look,I'm sorry for what I did to you back then okay? But we need your help more than ever.

You're sorry? You're fucking sorry! After you fucking shot me,you never came back! It took you eleven years to come back after that to finally say you're sorry after you shot me and practically left me for dead and disowned me then dad for making a life saving decision. Why the fuck should I forgive you when I have every fucking right to hate you until the day you fucking die?

Butcher:Cause it's the right thing to do.

Oh that's rich coming from yo stankass. Miss me with that bullshit. You're only here cause you want to use me as a weapon. If I didn't have V running in my veins you wouldn't be here right now Butcher.

Butcher:Just help us out on this,yeah,then you and Len don't got to see me no more.

You don't deserve my help. Fuck you. I'm going back to my room.

*I leave the kitchen to walk back to my room*

Butcher:Lenny.

Lenny:She's made her mind. You've outstayed your welcome Billy. You and your friends need to leave.

Annie:There has to be a way to convince you to get her to help us. Please,we need her help.

Lenny:You'll have to convince her. She's the one with the powers.

M.M:How do we get out of the chairs if she practically forced us to sit in them? We're stuck.

Lenny:She did force you true enough but that's not how her powers work exactly.

Hughie:How do you figure?

Lenny:If Di told him *He points to Soldier Boy* to shut up and watch and yet he's able to talk right now. How do you think it works?

M.M:So it's only temporary?

Lenny:*Shrug* I don't know how it works exactly but you're free to move as you please now.

*As if on cue,surprisingly,Soldier Boy gets up to chase after me. Without knowing the layout of the house he easily gets lost,I roll my eyes at the slamming of different doors*

Oh sweet Jesus. *I get up from my bed and open my door,leaning against the door frame* If you're going to look for me the least you could do is at least call out to me instead of slamming every door in the house. It's annoying to hear doors halfway across the house slamming with a mighty boom,shut.

Soldier Boy:*Chuckles* You are much prettier up close and personal. It's hard not to try and control myself in the presence of such a gorgeous woman even as a black woman.

Wow,as if that wasn't the slightest bit microaggressive. What do you want Soldier Boy?

Soldier Boy:You know me?

I've heard of you. Dad spoke of you a few times and I've seen a picture.

Soldier Boy:I ain't gonna sugarcoat it for you sweetheart.

Skađi.

Soldier Boy:Whatever. What happened to you was downright awful. No woman should ever have to go through with that,those pussies were nothing but little boys. A real man would treat his woman with respect even if she was a little girl. A girl's place-

Okay lemme stop you right there. Are you actually going somewhere with this lecture of what,gender role,somewhat potential misogynistic spiel of yours or are you gonna cut to the chase my guy?

Soldier Boy:Well don't you got a smart mouth.

Apologies,afraid that's genetics. Can't help it not that I personally would in this current situation but do continue.

Soldier Boy:I'm surprised no one has smacked that mouth of yours let alone your ass.

And I'm surprised they let a man like you walk the earth with your close minded ideologies. Shouldn't you be in a nursing home,old man?

Soldier Boy:Look ya little piece of shit. We need your help,put your bullshit aside and think about the shit that could happen if that fucker roams free.

Why should I help you? I don't know you like that.

Soldier Boy:If you fucking think for a goddamn second then you'd be putting people in unnecessary danger. Think of that awkward pussy in the kitchen. I don't know how someone like him could adopt someone like you.

First of all that's rude and a tad bit underlyingly racist,second that's my dad and his name is Leonard. Skip to the point gramps.

Soldier Boy:*Groans in slight irritation* Think of it this way dollface-

Again my name is Skađi.

Soldier Boy:Think of it this way. If your…dad,was in danger would you not do something to save him?

Of course I would.

Soldier Boy:Now think about it when you put Homelander in the picture. He'd be putting him in immense danger and that's clearly the last thing you want right?

Yes.

Soldier Boy:Then you can help us with this one thing then you can go the fuck about your life when it's done,alright?

What makes you think I'll accept?

Soldier Boy:You will or you won't,doesn't matter to me but you know good and damn well you wouldn't let anything happen to that Lenny guy and if something did you probably wouldn't be able to live it down. Make the choice sweetie cause we don't have all day.

A/N:Holy fuck that was a shitton of copying and pasting😮‍💨 but that's the end of the first part. Yay! I know you saw a specific word in the story,like I said in the little preview of the story I cuss a lot myself and that word,don't try and argue with me 'bout it cause you'll just get proved wrong,is literally something I say cause it's just so natural to me and I just grew up around people who said it. And cussing can be genetic so there's that. But leave a comment and a like...please🥺 if you want to read more. Share with your friends if you wanna.

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[spacecadet-ticklesinspace]

(I know someone asked for these a while back but I didn't get a chance to do them last time ❤️ Hope you enjoy them ❤️:) And let me know if I missed anything ❤️ :))

Star Trek Tickle Headcannons (TOS/2009 trilogy)

Captain James T. Kirk

Lee:

Definitely more Ler than Lee.

However, I feel like McCoy uses his ticklishness to his advantage when the captain avoids his physicals.

And Spock definitely uses it from time to time (even though he claims it's illogical :))

Very much a runner and a hider so tickle chases and tickle hide and seek are big things for him.

His most ticklish spots make him squeal and squirm.

However, his favorite spots make him collapse on contact.

His ribs are definitely his sweet spot.

While his neck is definitely a favorite spot and one that gets him turtling and snorting.

Ler

He's a very playful Ler.

He may not be a Lee very often, but boy is he a good Ler!

He definitely leans into the tickle monster role.

Arms above his head, stomping around, growling, bear hugs to "catch" his prey, and nuzzling into spots while growling and snarling.

If he's being very playful with someone, he breaks out the teases and nuzzles.

However, very few get to see this playful side of the captain.

Spock

Lee

Not sure if he would be more Lee or more Ler.

Living on Vulcan, his Mom is probably the only one to try tickling him as a kid.

Jim Kirk was the first one to try as an adult.

It was just a poke to the side, but Spock still squeaked.

When Kirk smirked and pressed further, Spock tried to cover it with an it's an illogical since he's a Vulcan and can't feel human emotions.

However, the captain pokes his side from time to time just to annoy him.

He does laugh and curl up if someone were to tickle him.

However, no one has tried enough to hear many other responses.

His worst spots are definitely his ears.

But I don't know if he has a favorite spot.

Ler

He's a very "logical" Ler.

Like very cold and calculated.

Aims for more ticklish spots if he needs an immediate response.

Then he would hit less ticklish spots if he's drawing out the process.

And he can do it all without a hint of a smile (even if he does find it enjoyable 😁)

He could use his Vulcan nerve pinch to catch someone if he really wants to.

Otherwise, he just walks after the person running away from him until they run out of energy.

He then scoops them over his shoulders and takes them away.

Or gets them down on the floor and tickles them there.

Leonard "Bones" McCoy

Lee

Definitely a switch.

He's good as a Ler, but that face figuratively begs to be tickled.

He can just be such a grump sometimes and what better way to get rid of the grumps than tickling.

If you get a good spot, he will jump and try not to laugh.

But if someone really gets him laughing, he will curse at them.

Guarantee Kirk wass the one to attack him the most.

And McCoy gives it right back to him (even if Kirk is the captain 😁)

Definitely ticklish all over but his ribs are his worst spot.

Meanwhile his back and shoulder blades are his favorite spot.

Though he acts angry when he has to admit either one.

Ler

He's a calculated and warm Ler.

He is a doctor so he knows where the most sensitive spots would be.

He has also used his Doctor title to claim he's "just testing" the sensitivity on a person.

We all know what he's really looking for though.

However, he does tease the person he's tickling a little for being so "sensitive" as he searches.

And gives affection afterwards like hair ruffles or pats or even hugs depending on the person.

I can also see him being like Kirk with leaning into the whole tickle monster bit, but not very often.

Nyota Uhura

Lee

Definitely a Switch.

She can be a great Ler but also enjoys being a Lee.

Spock was definitely the first to try tickling her and she doesn't mind.

I feel like the rest of the crew have tried to even though they know she will get them back.

Except for Kirk.

She will punch Kirk if he tries.

Her worst spots are her knees and thighs.

While her scalp would be her favorite spot.

Ler

She's a very teasy and loving Ler.

She's very sweet, but she also comes up with the worst teases.

Plus, she has the use of her nails too.

I also don't know why, but I can see her using kisses as a tickle tactic with those she's close with.

She's also extremely strong so do not underestimate her if you get pinned by her.

Montgomery "Scotty" Scott

Lee

Definitely more Ler than Lee.

Not sure who in the crew was the first to try tickling him.

But, if anyone has tried going forward, he will turn the tables on them extremely fast.

He will try to hold in his laughter if someone's try to tickle him.

But, if someone does get him going, he does yell at them through his laughter.

However, his favorite spots will have him melting into a giggly pile.

His hips are his worst spot.

While his shoulders and neck are his favorite spots.

Ler

He is a playful Ler who loves rough housing when he tickles.

Like tackling or wrestling with the person he's tickling.

Or playfully shoving the person.

Or giving noogies and hair ruffles.

I feel like if any of the crew members use nuzzles and raspberries, it's definitely him.

Also, he definitely does the 'gootchie goo' and 'tickle tickle tickle' teases the most.

Hikaru Sulu

Lee

Definitely a switch when it comes to tickling.

He's a great Ler and still enjoyd being the Lee.

The only people who have gotten close enough to try tickling him is Chekov and his husband.

Granted, Sulu tickled Chekov first so it was in retaliation.

He squeaks in surprise when someone first tickles him.

Then he breaks into loud laughter.

The man does not have any sort of quiet laugh.

All of his laughter is loud enough for the entire ship to hear.

His worst spots are his sides and the backs of his his ears.

While his favorite spots are his ears (even if they tickle like crazy).

Ler

He's the kind of Ler to point out the ticklishness of someone while he tickles them.

He likes to work up the tickles by starting with pokes then onto light scribbles before digging into spots.

He likes the build up by going in that order.

Sulu would be really good at tickle chases too if someone were to try to escape his tickles.

If someone is running and thinks they're safe, they had better think again.

He has the ability to sneak up on someone and surprise them with no problems.

Pavel Chekov

Lee

Definitely more Lee than Ler.

The type of Lee to shout things in Russian while being tickled.

Breaks into wheezes and cackles when you hit a sensitive spot.

His favorite spots make him curl into a ball and squeal.

Everyone in the crew has tickled him at some point.

However, Sulu was the first to do so.

His worst spot is his armpits.

While his favorite spots are his sides and stomach.

Ler

He's the type of Ler to do sassy banter with the person he's tickling.

He's usually pretty gentle with tickling unless he's out for something (secret, revenge, etc)

Then he's usually rougher with his tickles.

He's pretty good at teases too.

Not the best teaser, but he knows how to do them well.

To "catch" someone, he will jump on their back and tackle them to the ground.

He may not to be the best at pinning, but he's pretty good at sneaking and tackling.

[lilabella12]

1320 - Day 2

Eve and Ian are still excited about their brothers news. They hope to help out as much as they can so that they can move to their home as at the end of the year.

Their cousins are happy for them, but Ida is a little sad.... She has a very string bond with Ian and doesn't want to lose that.

Ida: "Will you come and visit often?"

Ian: "I will try as much as possible. But you can come over, too. You could try and ride Domino, you're big enough now."

Ida: "I suppose... I'm a little frightened of him. He's SO big."

Daniel meanwhile has his hands full with preparing for the next season and for his siblings to move in. Annabeth comes by often to help him out of cook a meal for him... he still has no clue how to work the stove. He would not know what to do without her.

He tells her about his talk with his uncle one day after their work for the day is done.

Daniel: "I promised him to have everything ready by the beginning of the next season. I think I can do it if the winter harvest turns out good."

Annabeth: "Well, the crops look fine for now. It's so nice that you want them to move in with you... that's not something everyone would think about."

Daniel: "They're my family. The only ones I have left. Apart from my uncle, of course. But I could not do this without your help... so thank you Annabeth."

Annabeth: "You would have found a way. But I'm happy to help out. I don't know if I will have time next season, though... My father has expressed his wish for me to meet with... well, nevermind."

It seems like she doesn't want to talk about it, so Daniel doesn't ask. He thinks about it while he goes out to collect wood that afternoon, though.... Is Annabeths father thinking about marriage for his daughter? They are the proper age for it now... He doesn't know how to feel about that. Or perhaps he doesn't want to think about what that hollow feeling in his chest is.

With the wood he collected that day he makes some more furniture for his small house. He now has a table where he can sit down with his siblings when they come to visit.

Annabeth: "It's starting to look like a real home, Daniel."

Daniel: "I hope it will be for Eve and Ian, too. It's a little small, but I think we can expand once there's anough money from the crops."

Leah meanwhile has to deal with the consequences of her actions. She's been feeling sick and unwell in the mornings and she knows what the implications are.

It's though for her, but she needs to talk to Leonard about this. They were only together that one time and she managed to stay out of his ways for the last few weeks, but....

Leah: "I need to talk to you... I've not been feeling well these past few weeks."

Leonard: "Are you sick? Do you need to see a doctor? The cold has been harsh these past few days."

Leah: "Leonard, this is hard for me, but... I think I'm... well, expecting."

Leonard swallows hard. His face goes pale."

Leonard: "Are you sure?"

Leah: "Very sure."

Leonard: "That's not good... I... I don't know what to do about that. But noone can know about this. Leah, do you understand? If my father finds out that I... sabotaged his plans for the estate...."

Leah: "I know. I just... wanted to tell you."

She tears up. A part of her wanted Leonard to be happy about this, but deep inside she knew that it would only cause problems.

Leonard: "I wish you hadn't..."

Leah: "I'm sorry...."

She stands up and runs to her room. She cries a lot that night and when her brothers find her in tears, she just tells them... everything.

Leah: "I'm sorry, boys, but it could very well be that we will have to move back to the farm if I start showing... I don't know how Mr. Dayle will react to this."

The boys are not happy, but sympathetic. They spend the night talking things through and offer their help to their sistes so she doesn't have to shoulder all of her tasks alone now that she is pregnant. Leah is happy that at least her brothers are on her side.

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[fantasyinvader]

I got a copy of Drakengard 3 recently, after watching some reviews of the series again. It was kinda nuts watching this one guy go on about how he couldn't believe that it was created by the same guy who did the Nier series even if Nier is a spin-off of Drakengard. But this guy took the games by themselves, didn't back it up with the supplementary materials and interviews like Clemps does.

To me, Drakengard 3 makes sense considering one thing: Yoko Taro hates the little sister type of character. It's why he created Furiae in the first place, a sister character who acted as a damsel in distress while at the same time having incestuous thoughts towards her brother. Throw in Inuart and I'd probably start comparing it to Sacred Stones non-stop. But really, all the characters in the first game were kinda shitty: Caim is psycho, Arioch kills and eats children after her own were killed, Leonard is into little boys and Seere is an annoying child. But what the reviewer said about how despite the fucked up nature of Drakengard's world it's still worth saving even if it was the likes of Caim and his companions to do so.

In Drakengard 2 Caim's love for Angelus (his dragon) sees him attempt to break the seals, dooming the world he saved, so that he can reunite with her.

So, what I was thinking is that Zero was meant to be like the first game, she's the last person you'd expect to save the world. How does she do so? First, she kills her “little sisters” and then she herself dies to her dragon, preventing the flower from destroying the world. She is the complete opposite of your typical female character as well; violent, vulgar, abusive, and pure is the furthest thing from Zero. Hell, she starts missions in a white dress that quickly gets stained with blood. She's not a big sister character, or a love interest, or a warm mother figure, Zero is just Zero.

But then you look at the Little Sisters of the game. One tries to present herself as Zero's complete opposite, but while she wants to save the world she can't bring herself to kill her sisters aside from Zero but her methods won't work either. Two is the quirky positive girl, someone who breaks under the weight of the setting. Three is the little sister who plays with dolls, but this ends up being creepy due to human experiments. Four tries to be the pure little sister, but this just means she's a liar who abuses her own partner, while Five is the well-endowed hedonist taken to it's logical conclusion. They all feel like they are some sort of female archetype, their designs being directly inspired by Madoka doesn't help either.

To me, it's making sense. Zero kills her sisters in part because Yoko Taro hates little sisters, but also because they represent stereotypical anime portrayals of girls. Meanwhile, Zero goes against everything anime wants women to be aside from attractive. What's more, despite the fact that the world has repeatedly kicked Zero down into the mud, she still wants to save it even if it means she herself will die. The fact Furiea was meant to rep Taro's distain for bland forgettable heroines, "who are demure, passive, "virtuous" women who exist only to look pretty and be fought over as a prize for the protagonist"... Zero was his attempt to create the exact opposite.

Can we get an episode of Death Battle where she fights Edelgard?

[intoxicatingimmediacy]

Is Oakland the next Hollywood? These Bay Area creatives believe it can be

Rafael Casal doesn’t quite have superpowers, but with his recent foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the East Bay screenwriter and “Loki” actor is hoping to use his success to spotlight other budding creatives from his hometown with what is being dubbed the Bay List.

The newly announced initiative aims to highlight the top 10 screenplays and pilots by writers with close Bay Area ties. The first cohort will be chosen by participants such as Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s Unanimous Media; “Sorry to Bother You” director Boots Riley’s Cinemama; and comedian, documentarian and activist W. Kamau Bell’s Who Knows Best Productions. All three, as well as Casal, are part of the East Bay Film Collective, a broader effort spearheaded by Bell that is working to make it easier for filmmakers to shoot their projects in the area.

“It’s a massive co-sign,” Casal said of the high-profile creatives onboard. “Not only for the artists to their peers in the Bay, but for the industry to hear that those people liked these 10 scripts.”

The Bay List is a regionally specific version of entrepreneur Franklin Leonard’s Black List, which was created in Los Angeles to help screenwriters receive industry feedback and visibility. Its site also allows users to submit their work to a variety of projects and programs, from labs that entail intense peer workshopping to grant programs that provide financial support.

Bay List applications are open now through April 8. Submissions must first be posted to the Black List site, which requires a $30 hosting fee plus a $100 evaluation fee. From there, there is no additional cost to submit to the Bay List or any other Black List program or partnership.

In addition to amplifying selected projects, the Bay List plans to offer its screenwriters with a variety of educational benefits from its partner organizations (yet to be announced). To help ensure applications are accessible to all, Dolby Laboratories have donated fee waivers for one month of free hosting and one free evaluation for the first 150 eligible submissions. Selected Bay List projects are expected to be announced next summer.

“We need to start mobilizing the groundswell of writers in the Bay towards this goal of getting their scripts ready to be read,” Casal said. But the Bay List is just one part of a broader mission to make the Bay Area a Northern California hub for Hollywood’s film industry tastemakers and aspiring stars.

In July, the East Bay Film Collective and the city of Oakland partnered to implement a film rebate program, which provides a 10% rebate on qualified local spending for film production, including rented items, contracted services and resident wages. Productions with a budget of at least $250,000 that spend funds in areas with high unemployment or at a worker-owned co-op will receive an additional 2.5% rebate.

“Oakland has a lot of different physical and cultural aspects that the larger public is probably unaware of,” said Gregory Minor, deputy director of Oakland’s economic and workforce development department. “This is an opportunity to share the wider perspective.” But Bell emphasized that while Oakland is the hub, it’s not the only city with filming potential. The next move is to implement the incentive for all of Alameda County.

“The desire is there, this deep desire to bring giant filmmaking projects home,” Casal said, noting that the Bay List and the larger efforts of the collective aim to make this more feasible.

Meanwhile, Casal continues to host his screenwriters salons, where creatives can mingle, workshop their ideas and make industry connections. “I think it’s critical. I feel like there’s a lot of artists, but not a lot of opportunity here, and so being able to have this type of space is really important,” East Bay resident Alexandria Jones said during the July gathering. “A lot of us are in a silo and feeling like we need to compete when actually there’s more than enough for everybody.”

Casal launched the invite-only events just as people began to emerge from the pandemic shutdown in 2021 to help demystify the filmmaking business. Writers simply fill out an application form sharing details about their current projects to gain access to each free salon. So far, he’s hosted three throughout the East Bay.

“It’s really encouraging to connect the dots and meet other filmmakers,” Fego Navarro told the Chronicle during a salon at Ciel Creative Space in Berkeley on July 25. Half an hour before Casal’s July salon began, dozens of screenwriters from all over the Bay Area gathered in Ciel Creative Space’s parking lot buzzing with energy. The nervous chatter quickly turned into excited intrigue and praise as those waiting to begin the salon struck up conversations with one another about their projects.

“It feels like a renaissance happening right now with filmmakers,” Navarro said. “It’s giving (us) a lot of hope.”

[veryace-ficrecs]

Hey! Could you do another daemon rec list? Your other list got me in the mood

Absolutly! d=====(￣▽￣*)b

More Daemon Fic Recs

This list will include all ratings and tags, so read at your own discretion! :)

Star Trek

Ni'Var by WerewolvesAreReal - Rated G

Humans have daemons. Vulcans have katras. Spock, born of both, has neither. Which he's fine with. Really. Meanwhile, James Kirk is a little curious about this whole daemon business, because how the hell can he have two souls - ?

a resilient touch by kurgaya - Rated T

Jim’s daemon used to be a wolf and Leonard’s not sure how he feels about that. Used to be. [STID Missing Scenes - Jim sleeps. Leonard worries. Someone unexpected talks some sense into them both].

Daredevil

Down to the Bone by SpiritsFlame - Rated G

Everyone always wants to know why his daemon isn't a bat. As though being blind is all that there is to him, the center point of his character.

Spiderman

of things unknown (but longed for still) by aloneintherain - Rated T

Peter Parker can’t walk around with the same daemon as Spider-Man. But she’s going to settle one day, and there’s nothing he can do about it.

The Witcher

Two Halves of a Whole by penguistifical - Rated G

Geralt doesn’t take much notice at first when the small brown bird alights on his table.

one for sorrow by Emamel - Rated T

There were other rumours, older and more persistent, that Jaskier hadn't been able to make a dent in. Witchers don't have souls. Witchers are no better than beasts. How could they be civilised, intelligent, compassionate, human, when they don't even have daemons. What was Jaskier supposed to do about that?

interconnected strand to strand by Hirikka - Rated G

Turns out Jaskier isn't the first person who loves Geralt to be driven away by the witcher. After The Mountain, Jaskier is found by Geralt's daemon. They adopt each other.

The Adventure Zone

a thousand points of no return by anonymousAlchemist - Rated T

Since wizard's daemons often settle as birds and urban legend says that elves are separated from their daemons, no one looks too closely at the fact that Taako and Lup are both single entities, missing the other halves of their hearts. They walk like people, they talk like people, and if they're hard to read because their daemons aren't fluffing up their feathers or swatting playfully with their paws, well, elves are notoriously enigmatic anyway. This lasts until their first death. All deaths on the Starblaster are strange. When Magnus first died on the animal planet, I'morko followed right after, both of their bodies dissipating into golden sparks, a strange inversion of the natural order. The pattern holds. Year after year, person and daemon alike dissipate into a fine mist of dust, knit together by the bond engine in the new plane. During their fifteenth year, Taako is shot through the heart with a well-aimed magic missile. Lup screams and casts one last firebolt, spell-sculpting around their bodies, before unspooling into a fine golden sand.

Yuri on Ice

hollow ground by Piyo13 - Rated T

There's no rules regarding where a daemon has to be in relation to their skater, only that they aren't allowed on the ice. This has always seemed a little unfair to Yuuri. After all, he loves skating like he loves his own soul; why can't he have both?

Batman

I know you won't leave by Speechless_since_1998 - Rated G

Jason was thirteen, adopted for over a year, and he was at his first gala. He expected the rich snobs who looked down on him, judging his daemon. What he didn't expect was to find a child hiding as his daemon took shape. Nor that Ace would adopt him.

everything you lose is a step you take by oceanofchaos - Rated T

“Tim,” she says, hesitant in a way that she never is, not when it’s just the two of them, “About settling.” Thirteen is hardly unreasonable to be unsettled, but rare given their night activities, and Tim’s been thinking hard about what Hestia will choose. “I don’t think I want to settle,” she says quietly, interrupting his train of thought, “Maybe not ever.” “Okay,” replies Tim, stroking a careful finger over her soft brown snout, “Not if you don’t want to.” ------------ Dæmon AU, the life and times of Tim Drake and his dæmon Hestia, before, during, and after Robin.

Fullmetal Alchemist

the lives of wild animals by ohmytheon - Rated G

military - but what people don't realize is that his daemon is just as wild as Mustang's in the end.

In the Shape of a Soul by redketchup - Rated T

Ed says, “Stupid Colonel Bastard.” “Brother, what are you thinking?” Alphonse asks evenly, which is his way of saying, Please, for the love of god, brother, the colonel is not responsible for every terrible thing, but hey, it ends up Alphonse is still loyal to his big brother, because he also adds, “I’m surprised he didn’t make an effort to call us. It sounds like something we could help with. Maybe the first lieutenant has been out recently.” Which conveys how little faith Alphonse actually has in Mustang when he acts outside Riza Hawkeye’s influence.

East City has a new string of murders and, much to a young alchemist's annoyance, his superior officer insists that the Fullmetal Alchemist's expertise is not needed. This leads to more trouble than anyone would expect.

talents of the souls by ohmytheon - Rated G

Edward's hand shakes as he draws the soul bonding transmutation circle on the inside of the armor. Alethea has to hold his arm up to keep him steady. “I won’t let you take them!” Ed screams. “Take my arm, take my heart, take my soul!” Alethea cries out as she buries her face into his stomach. He can’t feel her. He almost gets sick. Oh, god, why can’t he feel her? (Or, Fullmetal Alchemist with daemons, focusing on Edward, Alphonse, and human transmutation. Companion piece to "rummaging in our souls", which focuses on Roy and Riza.)

[tiredly101]

He's shy and I'm stupid

Fandom: The big bang theory

Pairing: Howard Wolowitz x Rajesh Koothrappali x Argentinian Male!Reader

Timeline: Bernadette didn't marry Howard because she wasn't ready so they broke up but stayed friends. Howard and Raj eventually started dating as a joke but then they never broke up so they went from fake dating to real dating. They meet you because your also an astrophysicist and you needed help with a theory you came up and needed an engineer and another astrophysicist opinion. (Theory shall not be named since they are both to busy simping over you)

Warning: Nothing, its fluffy fluff fluff. Raj and Howard in a poly relationship with Male!Reader. Male! Reader known as M/n through story.

Rajesh pov;

I smile while I make my way down to where the guys were sitting and those guys were Sheldon, Leonard and my secret boyfriend Howard.

— Hi guys, what are you talking about? — I asked while I sat down next to Howard who only smiled a little bit before looking at Leonard.

— I'll let you tell him — said Howard while Leonard looked at me and simply said "Sheldon talked" making me slightly chuckle. Suddenly I feel a vibration from my pocket so I pulled out my phone at the same time than Howard.

— Hey Howard, did you get an email from a astrophysicist called M/n? — I asked Howard to see him nod.

— Dr. M/n sent you a message? That's odd, his in the top of his career, why would he want to speak to you? — said Sheldon looking surprised meanwhile Leonard looked at me and said "I told you he talked" making Howard chuckle.

— He said that he needs an engineer and another astrophysicist opinion on a theory he has about how quantum leaps may be connected with string theory — I said to Howard while smiling. I knew this would make him feel important since he gets teased a lot because of being an engineer.

— I told we could meet today, is that okay with you? — asked Howard while I nodded.

— Oh look at that, he also sent my a message to meet a day after your meeting — said Sheldon while putting his phone away. Sound's about right.

Howard pov;

I look at Raj as I stand outside of the famous Dr. M/n office and see that he is just as nervous. I sight and look at Raj and before I could knock the door opens.

— Dr. Koothrappali and Wolowitz, it's a pleasure to meet you. Come in — said what appeared to be an angel. Dr. M/n never posted a picture of himself but he is beautiful.

— Hello beautiful — I said while smiling at the slight blush that came from his cheeks. I looked at Raj and he nodded reading my offer of the eye contact.

M/n has at least explained his theory twice but it was so hard to focus on what he was saying when I could only concentrate on that ass. I'm sorry Captain America, but that right there is America's ass.

— So did you get it? What do you think about the theory? — asked M/n radiation curiosity until he noticed that neither rod us were paying attention to what he was saying.

— Estos boludos, vos no le podés explicar a unos pelotudos cómo ellos — said M/n under his breath making me fluster.

— Im sorry handsome but we never introduced ourselves. He's shy and I'm stupid, would you like to explain this for a last time on a date? — I asked making him smile while he grabbed his coat.

— Let's go then stupid and shy because I know a perfect Italian place where we can eat — M/n said while we followed behind him. Raj looked at me and we hooked hands; I guess we are getting a third person on our not so secret relationship.

[bktoons]

“Have a goodnight Jasmine,” her boss, Leonard said.

            “Goodnight” Jasmine said waving and smiling while walking out the door.

            She started walking on the sidewalk on her way to her apartment and about almost halfway home, she saw a kid in his late teens, sitting on the sidewalk smoking a cigarette.  This kid looked kind of up to no good and Jasmine wondered why someone like him would be out late at night.  She was a bit hesitant to walk pass him sort of hoping he would not make eye contact, but she started walking by him not looking at him.

            But then, the kid turned his head back towards her, became aroused by her, “How’s it going?” he asked.

            Jasmine stopped and turned around to him and said, “I’m good thanks, have a good night” not feeling quite comfortable talking to him.

            Just then, the kid got up and walked up to her and said, “You’re pretty,”

            Jasmine felt a bit confused and said, “Oh… thanks. Heh.”

            “You know,” the kid was saying, “the night is still early, how’s about coming to my place so we can chill or something?”

            “Uhh, no thanks,” Jasmine replied, “I have to be at work early tomorrow.”

            “Aw, just for one hour, we can have a few drinks”

            “No, no I can’t tonight, sorry,”

            The kid grabbed her arm, “Oh please, I think your hot”

            Jasmine started to freak out, “Please let go of me!”

            “No, not until you say yes,” then the kid smooched his lips ready to kiss her, but she pushed him away.  He got a bit upset, grabbed her and started, “Oh you bitch!  Come on! I wanna have sex!”

            Jasmine tried to get loose and cried out, “Help somebody! Help!”

            Meanwhile, Jet the rocket dog was walking along and overheard someone cried for help.  He used his powerful senses with his ear to locate the victim, and while using his goggles, like Robo Cop to track down Jasmine.  He saw her through his lens being grabbed by the kid.

            “Bingo,” Jet claimed and flew over in town to rescue Jasmine.

            When he got to town, he saw the kid grabbing Jasmine, he quickly landed on the sidewalk and told the kid, “Hey let her go!”

            “Who the hell are you?” the kid asked.

            “I am Jet the rocket dog, now release her!”

            “No mutt is going to give me orders, beat it dog!”

            “I’m gonna ask you one more time pal, release that girl,”

 “Up yours mutt!” The kid cried.

Just then, Jet came up to the kid, pushed him away.

“You bastard!” the kid claimed, then he grabbed his pocket knife, started running to Jet but Jet quickly did the so-called K-9 kick, where he rose in mid air and kicked the kid in the nose, knocking him to the ground.

“Stay away from her. You hear?!” Jet claimed. Then the kid got up and ran away bleeding from his nose.  “You okay miss?” Jet asked Jasmine.

Jasmine ran up and hugged him saying, “My hero!”

[cartoonfanaticmonsterrobotalien]

Solar Opposites: Ultra Opposites The Movie Ch. 3 (from @avaveevo)

It starts with Yumyulack and Jesse at school.

Yumyulack: Man! What a day!

Suddenly, he hears screaming.

Yumyulack: What the fuck was that?!

Jesse: I don’t know! Come on Yummybear!

The Replicants rushed out of school and sees people in danger on top of a building.

Jesse: Shit! We gotta help them!

Yumyulack: We can’t! We might get in trouble!

Meanwhile… Terry was playing on his Nintendo switch

Terry: Die Bowser motherfucker!

Suddenly, the news turns on.

News Report: Breaking news! Citizens are in danger on top of a collapsing building! Police tries to rescue but failed attempts have prevented! Who can help save those people?!

Terry gasps

Terry: Oh no! Who’s gonna help them? *but then grins as he gets an idea* Wait a minute…

Back with the building

Pam: Help! Someone help us!

Terry runs towards the building and gasps

Terry: Oh my God! Hang on!

Terry suddenly starts flying up

Terry: *gasp* I’m flying?! Woo-hoo! This is fucking awesome! I’m coming citizens!

Leonard: We’re gonna die!

Pim: Jam! There I always wanted to say! I think you’re a brave strong independent woman! I love it when it drives me wild and you are the best part of my office!

Jam: Yeah! I love you too!

Pim kisses Jam as he blushes. The two coworkers and the citizens then suddenly see Terry flying.

Dwight: Who is that?

Pam: I don’t know

Terry: Don’t worry! I’m here to save you!

Citizens: Huh? Whuh? What?

Terry: Trust me! *to himself* Okay, Terry. You got this. Make your husband proud!

Terry then grabs the citizens one by one as they grow shock and astonished. Terry then sees a safe spot and lands the citizens there.

Terry: It’s okay, my buddies! You’re safe now!

Citizens: Whoa! That was awesome! Fuck yeah! Who is he?! You rock man! Woo-hoo! Our hero!

Back with Korvo

Korvo: Huh? I wonder where Terry could be?

Terry enters looking dirty

Korvo: Whoa! Terry! What happened to you?! Are you okay?!

Before Terry can answer, the news turns on

News Report: This is just in, a mysterious alien vigilante saved a group of people from a collapsing building. Whoever did this, thank you mysterious hero!

Korvo gasps and looks at Terry

Korvo: That’s how… I-I… don’t believe it… Terry! You risk your own damn life to save these people?!

Terry: Yep! So do you think? Did I do good or what?

Korvo: Terry… I… I-

Terry: Yes?

Korvo: I’m so…so-

Suddenly, Korvo feels the pain again as he panics and breaths in and out.

Terry: Korvo?! Korvo, are you-

Korvo: STAY AWAY! *runs upstairs*

Terry: Huh?

Terry rushes after Korvo and stops at his and Korvo’s bedroom door. Terry tries to open the door but it’s locked.

Terry: Korvy! Korvy!

Korvo is heard but his voice is deep and distorted

Terry: Korv?

Korvo: GET AWAY FROM ME!

Terry gasp as he backs away

Terry: Korvo? You okay?

Terry then hears roaring as he yelps and backs away. But then, then roaring fades into crying.

Terry: Korvo? What’s going on? You can tell me?

Then, he realizes Korvo is now crying.

Korvo: Terry… please… don’t do that again…

Terry: Huh? What do you-

Korvo: *breaks down in tears more* Just please! Promise me you won’t do that again! I don’t wanna lose you!

Terry: But what if someone wants to-

Korvo: *weeps; voice breaking* Please Terry… I don’t wanna lose you…

Terry: *sighs* Okay…

Korvo concern crying which made Terry even more concern and guilty.

Terry: Korvy? Can I come in?

Korvo: *snapping* NO!

Terry: Hey hey! It’s okay! I promise you can tell me anything!

Korvo: *tearfully* It-it’s something I am not ready to tell you! I just can’t! You’ll hate me if I tell you!

Terry: Okay. Then don’t tell me.

Korvo: *crying* Please Terry! Don’t leave me! *weeps*

Terry: No no! It’s okay Korvy… I won’t leave you… you’re my Korvy… I am not going anywhere… I am staying right here… I promise… I won’t use my powers again… for your sake… because I love you…

Silence…

Korvo: Terry… thanks…

Terry: Anytime.

The door suddenly opens and Terry gasps and blushes at the sight

Terry: K-Korvy?

To Terry’s surprise, Korvo is wearing a beautiful flowing blue nightgown. Korvo is also wearing teal eyeshadow

Korvo: So what do you think, mi amore?

Terry: Woah. You look gorgeous. I mean, you always are but…

Korvo interrupts Terry with a kiss as they moan lovingly. As Terry and Korvo kiss, Terry makes a small flame that then flashes to a flashback of Korvo keeping his eyes close.

Terry: *takes a deep breath* Okay Korvo, I am ready to tell you something!

Korvo opens one eye

Korvo: What is that you wanted to tell me?

Terry gooblers as he gets down on one knee much to Korvo’s confusion

Terry: *takes a deep breath* Korvo, for so long, we made an amazing life on Earth. I know how precious that is, how precious you are, but after making our time on Earth, becoming a family, there is no one I would rather spend it with than you. I love you Korvo. You’re my Korvy and always will be.

Korvo smiles with tears in his eyes

Korvo: Oh Terry…

Terry: And that why I want to ask… *gets out a box and opens it with a ring in it* Korvo, will you marry me?

Korvo gasps

Korvo: Is…is that real?

Terry: Yes. Yes it is… so is that a yes?

Korvo: YES! I WILL MARRY YOU, TERRY-BEAR!

Korvo embraces Terry in a kiss as they moan lovingly and cry with happiness. Terry then puts the ring on Korvo as he smiles tearfully

Terry: I bought it cuz it really brings out your eyes.

Korvo: Oh Terry, that is so sweet. I love it. It’s so beautiful.

Terry: You’re beautiful.

Korvo smiles tearfully and the two aliens head back to kissing the flashback ends as Korvo sniffles next to Terry as Terry holds him close and smiles.

Terry: So, how are you feeling, Korv?

Korvo then falls asleep peacefully as he feel safe in his hubby’s arms as Terry then smiles. Terry carries Korvo to the bed and lays him down gently

Terry: I love you my sweet Korvy. I will still keep our promise, because I want you to be happy. I love you…

Terry kisses Korvo on the forehead. Then, Terry heads on the bed and snuggles with his husband as they snore peacefully.

Unknown to them, Ophelia has been watching them from her crystal ball.

Ophelia: Hmm? So those are the aliens that have those powers huh? We’ll see about that…

Ophelia laughs evilly

[scotianostra]

Edinburgh women negotiate the gradients of the old town, bringing home their washing from the steamie

Bicep curls and thigh burning lunges, twists, lifts and muscle-aching stretches – it must have been the ultimate workout in the most unlikely of places.

These days we spend a small fortune on fitness classes and gym memberships. But in granny’s day, all you needed to shape up, was a few regular trips to the ‘steamie’.

Shoving a pram full of clothes and sheets to the wash house would have been one way to get the heart pumping – even before the back-breaking task of trying to lift sodden sheets and towels from the hot tub of soapy water into the cold one for a rinse.

Then feeding endless pairs of your man’s newly scrubbed dungarees through a hand mangle would probably have done more for keeping the bingo wings at bay than any number of Zumba classes.

The women who passed endless hours scrubbing and wringing, folding and hanging up also had the added benefit of the camaraderie of the wash house – a place where the banter could be as spicy as that of any male-dominated factory, the laughs just as raucous and the support network in times of need, vital.

Incredible as it sounds, Edinburgh’s wash houses were still operating in the early 1980s, nearly a century after concerns over the city’s terrible infant death toll, cholera and disease led to public health pioneers pushing for their construction.

The first wash house appeared 90 years earlier after it became clear that Edinburgh’s authorities had to step in to tackle a public health crisis.

Urban areas like the Old Town were so poor, they had no facilities for washing in the houses and a lot of places didn’t have running water,That led to diseases, in particular cholera, which spread through dirty clothing and beddinThe hope was that by providing public wash houses, they could start to sort out the terrible infant mortality.”

For many Old Town residents, wash day had involved a trip to the Nor Loch, to rinse out garments among the sewage and stench of slaughterhouse waste which flowed into the water. Others made do with public water fountains, dirty burns or whatever source of water they could find.

While Edinburgh’s authorities had the power from 1880 to begin construction of wash houses, there was a 12-year delay while efforts were made to find the right locations for the new facilities. Meanwhile in Glasgow, wash houses were already up and running.

Edinburgh’s first opened at St Gray’s Close in the Old Town in 1892 – and immediately locals were queuing out of the door in the hope of finally having clean clothing and bedding. Stockbridge wash house in Allan Street followed in 1903 and Simon Square at St Leonards in 1908.

Eventually there would be ten more built at locations across town: Greenside Lane, Lochrin at Tollcross, ­MacLeod Street serving Gorgie, Causewayside, Abbeymount at ­Abbeyhill, Adelphi Grove in Portobello, Bonnington Road/Great Junction Street in Leith, Henderson Row in Canonmills, Union Street and Murdoch Terrace, Dalry.

The wash houses were constructed along similar lines – a large central hall where the tubs were positioned, a heated chamber with drawers for clothes to be dried, office space and a coal-fired boiler room.

Remarkably given the era, most had a crèche.

The first one at St Gray’s Close didn’t and children were being scalded,So it was decided to create a crèche so women could get on with doing the washing while the children were looked after.

The work was sweat-�inducing, with heavy loads of bedding and clothes being plunged into hot tubs, rubbed with hard soap and then cleaned with a ‘wash dolly’ before being fed through a hand mangle. Soaking items were then hung in the drying area – often emerging within an hour, bone dry.

As washing machines became more compact and efficient, the wash houses fell into disuse and despite a lively political battle between Labour and Tory politicians over their future – and angry demonstrations by loyal users desperate to keep them alive – the last wash house closed in 1982.

Some became warehouses or car showrooms before being demolished. Today only three remain: at Adelphi Place in Portobello, now a community centre, MacLeod Street at Tynecastle which is expected to be earmarked for demolition and at Union Street, the base for Edinburgh Printmakers and where there are markings on the walls referring to the building’s previous use.

There was this feeling that they were part of the bad old others thought of them as being like a community centre and very much a women’s environment, run by women and for women. There seems to have been a great deal of sadness when they closed.

[judasofsuburbia]

how the light gets in: a fan playlist

"You're a monster."

"You're Nancy Wheeler."

read here.

listen to the playlist here.

fell in absolute love with the series How The Light Gets In by my lovely pal @fastcardotmp3 and decided to make a fan playlist!! seriously this series is so special and so poetic. it is about chrissy cunningham coming back from the dead as a vampire and nancy wheeler finding her out while she's visiting barb's grave. together, they go on a journey of self-discovery and girlhood through monstrosity. and of course, fall for each other in the meanwhile. GO READ THIS SERIES i cannot recommend it enough!

song explanations below the cut!

anthem by leonard cohen: where the fic title comes from! a slow song about life continuing to move forward even after tragedy. very fitting for this series.

just a girl (cover) by florence + the machine: of course this had to go on here! chrissy has "come back wrong" and has to rethink and relearn what it means to be a girl again and the horrors associated with girlhood.

all the things she said (cover) by poppy: there is a moment at the beginning where chrissy can't communicate to nancy yet because vecna can hear everything. but she starts to make a list of all the things she will tell her once she can speak freely again.

talk to you by ricky montgomery: kind of the same as before! they wish they could communicate with each other and eventually figure out that vecna (who is possessing chrissy, so to speak) can only hear what they're saying. not see or read. so they end up writing down notes to each other to avoid vecna ruining their plans.

seventeen by sharon van etten: this one is kind of more vibes but basically reminscing on the girl chrissy once was and how she's growing.

way of nature, way of grace by aly and aj and joy oladokun: soft love song that explores the growing fascination the girls have with each other and the admiration of beauty through the pain/ the horrors.

girls against god by florence + the machine: ONCE AGAIN of course this had to go on here. florence just gets troubled girls<3 something about taking the reins of your life even when everything feels out of control.

please, please, please let me get what i want by the smiths: it's explored in this fic that chrissy struggling to want things and nancy being so giving to her, unselfishly. it's so beautiful :,)

hungry eyes by eric carmen: WOO MONSTER SONG basically here for the vibes of monster girl finally getting to consume. and definitely looking at nancy with hungry eyes.

i'll be here in the morning by townes van zandt: nancy promising that she will be back for chrissy time and time again :,))

leonard cohen by boygenius: kind of just for vibes but because the title song is leonard cohen, i thought it fit! it's about that particular song and getting lost in your happiness<3

waiting for a girl like you by foreigner: some 80's vibes now!! basically following chrissy never understanding her attraction to men but everything finally starting to make sense once she gets close to nancy.

me and the devil by soap&skin: nancy's defense song! it takes a lot of convincing from her to the group to let her take care of chrissy. this song explores following the devil and not being able to explain why you need to<3

lay all your love on me (cover) by pale honey: felt fitting for their first kiss in the woods up against a tree. dot wrote the emotion and desperation in this scene SO WELL!!

i will follow you into the dark by death cab for cutie: kind of an overall vibe song but also relates to chrissy going through the upside down again to help save max and destroy vecna. willing to go back to hell in order to find her autonmy again<3

NFWMB by hozier: also a first kiss song after chrissy tears apart a demogorgan to save nancy phewwww<3 but also just general vibes of them protecting each other from the others who don't understand!!!

fade into you by mazzy star: ties into the irreplaceable bond that chrissy and nancy are making with each passing day. they're fading into each other.

to be alone with you by sufjan stevens: chrissy is craving genuine alone time with nancy like how it was when she first found her<3

like lovers do by hey violet: sexy spooky song ooo!!! i would relate this one to the way they can't keep their hands off each other once they get a taste you know ;) that's just how lovers do!!!

the way i feel inside by the zombies: a soft love song about deciding whether or not to speak their feelings. nancy and chrissy spend time in this fic finally being able to speak their mind and their desires (esp for each other! eep!) and being frightened by the power but also enlightened.