#or pieces you might be able to easily acquire or make

[dj-of-the-coven]

How to Burn Your Own CDs - a guide for Windows users

Are you--yes, you!--tired of paying money to stupid shit like spotify for your music? Do you hate the way that the music industry takes almost all the profit that bands make through streaming and leaves them with pennies? Have you ever wanted to fire up that old CD-Radio in the corner of your bedroom, only to be stopped because all you have on CD is Weezer's blue album and a copy of Kidz Bop 16 that you don't remember buying? Well this guide just might be for you!

Materials you'll need:

A computer. Can't do it without this one.

A CD drive. It can be internal or external, but you'll need one either way. You can find them at Office Depot for fairly cheap and I've heard that some Walmarts carry them.

A pack of CD-Rs. CD-Rs, or CD Recordables, come in packs of 20, 50, or 100. A proper 100-pack should cost you no more than $30, so unless there's some special shortage in your area, don't buy from anywhere selling them at a markup. CD blanks are literally 50c a piece.

CD cases. Sold wherever CD-Rs are, but you can also find these at thrift stores pretty easily.

A sharpie or some kind of permanent marker

Software you'll need:

Jdownloader. You can acquire mp3s through Bandcamp if you're dedicated to righteousness, but for everyone else, install jdownloader or some other kind of open-source download program. I will be proceeding as if you have jdownloader available.

Windows media player. This should open automatically when you insert a CD-R into your CD drive.

Fre:ac audio converter. This is only for the occasion that you encounter OPUS or mp4a files that cannot be interpreted by your CD player.

Note: If you're very determined not to download software onto your computer, you can use free youtube downloaders and audio converters, but these are subject to viruses and other issues such as download speed. I will be proceeding as if you have the programs I listed.

The process:

Decide what you want to burn--anything goes, but keep in mind the time limit on your CD-Rs. Most will record 90 minutes or less.

Open jdownloader, switch to the linkgrabber tab, then paste youtube links in any order until you have all the music you want. I'd personally recommend doing it song-by-song instead of a full album stream, because a massive file will require a lot of work to separate back into searchable tracks.

De-select all files except audio on the right-hand side options menu.

Make a folder inside the music folder of your laptop and label it with the name of your mix CD.

In the properties tab of each song on jdownloader, change the destination folder to the folder you've just created.

Hit "start all downloads".

Once finished, open each folder. If everything is an .mp3 or a .wav, skip the next 2 steps.

Open Fre:ac audio converter to convert all audio files that aren't .mp3 or .wav into .mp3 or .wav.

Drop the converted files next to the unconverted files in your folder. If you wish, you can delete the originals to make the folder easier to browse.

Put your blank CD-R into the CD drive. If external, plug in your CD drive first or the tray will refuse to open.

Windows media player will open automatically. On the right-hand side, you will see the tracklist of your CD-R (which should be blank). On the left, you will see the audio that your computer is able to find in the music folder. Put your selected tracks IN ORDER onto the tracklist.

Listen to the beginning and ending of each track to make sure there isn't a significant time gap. This also prevents accidentally burning a youtuber's stupid outro if you missed it before.

When satisfied, hit "start burn".

On an external drive, the CD tray will open upon completion. You can reinsert it to ensure that the burning went smoothly.

Once satisfied, remove the CD from your drive. With your sharpie or permanent marker, write the name of the album on the front, then store safely inside a CD case.

you did it👍

Ask me if you run into any issues.

Legal disclaimer: this guide is purely for educational purposes and I do not admit to or take responsibility for any piracy committed using the instructions given.

Illegal disclaimer: cops suck my dick

[tokiro07]

Ichi the Witch ch.19 thoughts

[I'll Get You Next Time, Magik! Next time!!!]

(Topics: narrative analysis - arc progression/world-building, character analysis - World Hater/Ichi, speculation)

Aww, the ceiling battle's over already? Maaan...

It makes sense, though. You gotta save something for later, otherwise you can't escalate and everything is either stagnant at best or a deheightening at worst. Zoro vs. Mihawk didn't explain what Haki was, it just showed how vast the gap in power and skill was between the early-game Straw Hats and the One Piece world's strongest fighters

Looking at it through that lens, Desscaras vs. World Hater accomplished its goal quite well. Like I said last week, what took everything out of Ichi was a casual attack for Desscaras, World Hater still comes off as a viable threat because they were able to harm Desscaras despite her overwhelming power, and both still have room to impress and surprise us because we only got a small sample of their capabilities

It also establishes that brute force isn't enough to contend with World Hater. We already knew that since they're a Magik and can only be defeated through their trial, but at least now we know that their trial isn't related to hitting them in any one target spot. As they say, "merely being the strongest isn't nearly enough to effect me"

What this means is that, while being strong may turn out to be a prerequisite to pass, another element will be vital for defeating World Hater. I think it goes without saying that Ichi will be the key to determining what that element is, since his entire role in the narrative so far has been to defy conventional wisdom and tradition, but whether that means that only Ichi can acquire World Hater or will simply facilitate someone else doing so (personally I'd bet on Kumugi) remains to be seen

The odd thing about this, though, is that if Desscaras couldn't hope to beat World Hater, why did World Hater leave?

This Calls for a Tactical Retreat

Theoretically, World Hater's strength should be inexhaustible, while clearly Desscaras was starting to run out of steam. Sooner or later, no matter what Desscaras threw out at them, World Hater should have been able to overtake her and eliminate her as a threat

Perhaps it was because Togeice showed up? Togeice is more analytical than Desscaras, so perhaps World Hater assumed she might be capable of figuring out their trial?

That doesn't seem very likely, since I don't think World Hater has any way of knowing who Togeice even is. If they aren't familiar with her or her abilities, they shouldn't be able to assess her threat level so easily, and given how nonchalant they've been against their other opponents so far, it's not like they're a generally cautious fighter in the first place

In fact, it wasn't Togeice's appearance that prompted World Hater to retreat - it was the disappearance of their target, the villagers. It was only upon noticing the villages leaving the barrier that World Hater decided there wasn't a point to combat any longer, even if it would have meant, again, eliminating major threats

I have two guesses as to why that might be the case:

World Hater can only exist in the world for so long consecutively, and didn't have time to chase down his targets after they'd escaped his barrier

Facilitating the escape of World Hater's targets is related to their trial

The first is supported by the fact that World Hater isn't just constantly warping towns day after day, but instead only appears once in a blue moon to target one or two at once. However, as far as we can tell, it's been years since their last appearance, but we know they're going to come back much faster this time simply by virtue of the story requiring it to advance, so a consistent hard limit on their presence seems somewhat unlikely

The second would definitely explain why he'd be in such a hurry to go, as even if there were another step to take to actually pass the trial, it would certainly be much easier to do once the first hurdle was cleared. However, nothing about World Hater's demeanor seemed to indicate that they were actually worried about that possibility, but this might be a matter of World Hater's character acting and lack of strong emotions

Either way, the incongruence of World Hater's decision to leave seems to carry some interesting implications about them that I hope will bear fruit later, but that really isn't the main draw of this chapter

No, the much more important element of this chapter is the new piece of world-building: the Magic Circle, or a Witch's inner world

Domain Expansion Lite

When we enter Ichi's inner world, we learn two things:

That it resembles Ichi's ideal form of a mountain forest

That all of Ichi's acquired Magiks currently reside there

I'm ecstatic that Inazuri and Uruwashi are both still around and not just completely dormant in their magic stones, as this means that there is still a method for both of them to still function as characters without necessitating that every acquired Magik be everpresent and crowding the narrative. It allows Nishi to use them on an as-needed basis rather than needing Usazaki to have them constantly and uselessly taking up panel space

I am curious how Nishi is going to use this concept, though. Ichi only ended up in his Magic Circle because he was knocked out fighting World Hater, but this is his third time passing out from using Uroro, and yet he didn't end up here before? That's a little odd. I assume he'll be able to come and go as he pleases once he has a bit more training and familiarity with magic, but to what end?

Does time move differently in one's inner world like it does in Bleach? Will he be able to train with his Magiks in there? Will he be able to manifest his inner world like a Jujutsu Sorcerer? Or is it just a way to let Witches commune with their Magiks and reflect on their characterization?

That last one is certainly the case if nothing else, as Ichi's is, again, based on his ideal scenario. It's his world, and it's shaped accordingly - crisp, clean air that's easy to breathe, rich soil that supports bountiful flora, and presumably any creature that Ichi could dream of hunting. It's everything Ichi could ever want

But will that be the case for every Witch?

Is the inner world always one's personal paradise, or does it depend on the circumstances? Ichi certainly didn't always consider mountain life to be his ideal, so perhaps does the inner world reflect one's state of mind?

What would we see in Desscaras' Magic Circle? If it's based on one's self-image, we might see a lavish palace surrounded by adoring fans, the way Desscaras seems to think people view her

If it's based on one's mental state, we might see the warped remains of her old life, informed by her drive to take revenge on the World Hater

Or, if it really is based on one's ideal, we might see what once was. A mundane little house in a mundane little town, and a mundane little family living their mundane little life. Would this be the only way that Desscaras could see them again? The only way she could talk to them and hold them as she once did? Or would it just be a mirage, a video on playback that she can't interact with in any meaningful way, merely a cruel reminder of all she's lost?

Depending on how Nishi chooses to play it, this might even be how Witches get their titles. Monegold's may be lined with gold, Togeice's may be a glittering tundra, and Desscaras'...well, I think you can imagine

I also have to wonder if perhaps this will play some role in the fight against World Hater. Perhaps retreating into one's inner world is a way to evade them? Or they'll be able to enter other people's inner worlds with their portals? They were the same design as the one Uroro pushed Ichi into to send him back to the real world, so maybe World Hater spends their time in their own inner world?

I don't want to read into this too much since...we literally haven't seen anything of it yet, but it provides such an interesting narrative opportunity that I can't help but look forward to how it develops further

And it seems that the same can be said of Ichi

You Haven't Seen the Last of Me

Ichi accepts his loss with shocking grace, believing himself to be the hunted rather than the hunter in this case. I suppose the fact that he doesn't have any grand ambitions helps, as he doesn't have anything to regret, but the fact that he doesn't even seem frustrated is a very interesting angle for his character

Instead, he seems more determined than ever. I know that's pretty standard shonen fare, but the transition is just so...seamless. Like it never occurred to him to be even the slightest bit downtrodden about the loss, he just calmly analyzed it and moved on to thinking about his next steps

Knowing that he's lucky to have lived to fight another day, Ichi presses his hands to the screen that he's watching the World Hater through and vows to gain the strength to one day hunt them down. World Hater, sensing Ichi's bloodlust just as Ichi could sense theirs at the beginning of their battle, turns to his unconscious body...

And smiles

Fellas, is it still yaoi if one of you uses "they/them?"

A few chapters ago I suggested that World Hater may see something in Ichi that they've been looking for, the missing puzzle piece in their life that would make them whole. This doesn't necessarily confirm that, but the World Hater is clearly pleased that Ichi is coming away from his near-death with the resolve to come back better than ever. Possibly for the first time in his life, World Hater has something to look forward to, a way to spend his time other than going through the motions of his usual raison d'etre of mindless destruction

And by the looks of it, I'm not the only one who noticed that

Lamb to the Slaughter

As the World Hater vanishes through their portal, Uroro offers Ichi a warning: "you're gonna end up a sacrifice," and then refuses to elaborate further, passing the buck onto Desscaras

Now, I won't say for sure that this is related to World Hater smiling, but my guess is that everyone has reached the same conclusion: whatever World Hater's trial is, Ichi is their best bet at figuring it out

As Desscaras pointed out last week, World Hater took unique measures when dealing with Ichi, as if they were scared of him, and in comparison were surprisingly casual in how they dealt with Desscaras. This suggests that Ichi has something that Desscaras doesn't, something that makes the World Hater actually consider the possibility that he might be in danger of being acquired

And so, just as Ichi is going to be willing to learn more about being a Witch, Mantinel is certainly going to be willing to teach him, but for completely different reasons: whereas he wants to get stronger, they want to fatten him up and use him as bait for the World Hater

Or at least, that's the impression that Uroro is giving. His word certainly can't be taken at face value, as he's already tried to get Ichi to turn against Mantinel a number of times, but if Mantinel is going to dangle a carrot in front of Ichi that Uroro thinks is actually a stick, then pointing out the stick to Ichi is a win for Uroro whether it's really there or not

Personally I think it would be interesting if Mantinel has a double motive, both trying to bolster Ichi as one of their own and raise him up as a scapegoat to take out one of their biggest threats at the cost of his own life rather than any of theirs. Putting a little bit of political drama like that might be a fun way to up the complexity of the narrative and potentially create a schism within the Witches Association as a whole, but again, I may be getting ahead of myself

Until next time, let's enjoy life!

[astromechs]

may i humbly request a mon x literally anyone you feel like? i love any and all content featuring my space wife <3

so. i got mon/draven in my head, and now this became a 1k oneshot. also on ao3, actually also tagging @andorerso in this because i'm going to take the other option on your prompt, but here is a bonus of mon/draven 💕

Soon, the base on Yavin IV will have to be evacuated in its entirety. To where, no one knows; there hasn't been enough personnel to form teams that could scout locations or to analyze the data they would find. Even if there were, though, there's always the matter of time.

The matter of time, which is always against them.

Still, the sounds of celebration continue to pierce the walls and shake the floor under their feet. A victory, especially one this significant, merits it; it's come at a cost, greater than most will ever know, but it's still a victory, and everyone here has had a role to play in it. Everyone here has earned their right to celebrate.

Even if the Empire, of course, is still out there, lurking closer than ever, with a firm Alliance location fixed in their databases that they will return to before long (the matter, again, of time), Mon will leave everyone be — if only for one night.

She's made her requisite appearance and delivered her requisite words, has smiled at their remaining numbers and given the energy of inspiration like any competent leader should, but it'd all burned out the instant she'd turned away. Her heart, heavy since the council meeting (heavy for more years than she can count up to this point), had not found, and still does not find, itself buoyed by the mood; the cost is a mark that is not so easily wiped clean.

As she slips away, into the corridors, she thinks of Jyn Erso, the woman they'd failed in so many ways, but perhaps most egregiously at the end, who'll now never get to live to see the results of her conviction; she thinks of Captain Cassian Andor, their best and brightest, a man who, in the time that she's known him, has shown nothing but unwavering dedication to exactly what this cause requires, even if it'd taken pieces of him that he'll never have the opportunity to put back together. She thinks of everyone who had gone with them to Scarif, the souls brave enough to act, no matter what, even when their own council could not. She thinks of the pilots who had not touched down on the surface of Yavin IV — the majority of the number that had taken off.

The assault on the Death Star is a victory against a seemingly unbeatable enemy, but it's difficult to think of it as an unambiguous win, no matter how much the Luthens and others of their movement would deem that thought naive.

Still, that's war — and far from the chambers of the Galactic Senate, she knows that now, with unquestioning certainty.

So, too, does the man sitting behind a desk in the office that Mon has found herself stepping into.

She can't remember a time when General Davits Draven hasn't looked tired and haggard, but here, in the low light of the power-savers, he's wearing years of cumulatively acquired exhaustion everywhere on his face; the circles under his eyes have somehow become more pronounced even over the past few days, his skin more sunken, hollow. There are two glasses with Corellian brandy on his desk, one mostly full, with his fingers wrapped loosely around the base, and the other just slightly off to the side, completely untouched.

Most in the Alliance would think of him as hard and cold, the sort of man one would depend on to make quick calls and snap decisions that might toe the lines of morality — at least for those who, like her, had come from softer beginnings. But hard and cold when needed, able to put aside sentiment for the sake of the greater good, doesn't mean that the sentiment isn't there; he cares for the subordinates under his command, looks out for them as much as he is able, and even if he may be reluctant to show, under that exterior, he has a heart that aches.

He's taken these losses hard; that much is clear. Beyond that, Mon has to infer, but it's a good guess that he's taken the loss of Captain Andor, someone he'd personally mentored for years, the hardest of all.

It says a great deal that he allows her to brush her hand against his when she approaches the desk, that he allows her to linger there for a moment before she gently drags it away, taking the untouched glass instead. It says a great deal that she can see a flicker of emotion in his face, a twitch of his jaw, before he hides it behind the rim of his glass, swallowing down half of its contents in one gulp, and hardly so much as even clearing his throat once he does.

Mon doesn't quite follow suit, but she stays close, leaning against the edge of the desk, taking a few sips herself. It's, specifically, from the bottle she'd gifted him once, several years ago — apparently saved until now. One might call it a special occasion, a celebration, but of course she knows better.

This is no more a celebration than the face she'd put on before quietly exiting the festivities. It's a requiem.

One moment carved out of time that's always running against them, because it's one moment that's critical for the sake of maintaining their humanity.

The chrono flashes, changing on the wall, emphasizing just how much those seconds are ticking away, but Mon says nothing, occasionally glancing out of the corner of her eye, until she, eventually, drains the contents of her glass and sets it back down onto the surface of the desk with a gentle clink.

Until her voice finally finds her again; it's shaky, hesitant under a mask that few can be allowed to see past, for the sake of their movement's survival — especially at such a crucial moment. But here and only here, she asks, "What now?"

Draven sets his glass down as well. His back straightens in his chair, and his hollowed face fills with purpose.

"Now," he says. "We have a war to win."

[weirdestbooks]

The New Father (Wattpad | Ao3)

Canada and Britain the first time they are alone after Canada becomes a British colony, requested by @lost-islands

Bonus Scene from The Shot Heard Around the World

When Quebec arrived at Britain’s house, he was quick to be ushered away into an office as Britain’s existing colonies led the other newly acquired colonies away to different rooms.

“Britain?” Quebec asked cautiously, unsure of what was happening.

“Remember what I told you before?” Britain asked. Quebec nodded.

“That I was to be the best of your new colonies because I had a lot of British people living within my lands?” Quebec asked nervously, feeling like he was being tested. 

“Very good. Well, I want to get into that more. I’m sure you know that we have had to remove people who do not sign an oath of loyalty to my empire. I do not tolerate disobedience, you see. But I know that this land might not all be yours and that in your land and against your will, there are people harboring sentiments of disloyalty to me.” Britain said. Quebec frowned.

“I promise I will not be dis—” Quebec began before he was cut off.

“Oh, I’m sure you won’t,” Britain said, sounding dismissive like he didn’t even care what Quebec was trying to say. Quebec didn’t like to make trouble, and despite his father’s and grandmother’s resentment of Britain, Quebec and the other colonies given up were told to be obedient because that was their role in society. Quebec knew many of his fellow former French would have trouble with that, but it was their role, and Quebec would try his best to fulfill that.

Britain reached into his desk and pulled out a piece of paper.

“This is an oath of loyalty. It is a document that you are required to sign. It is a…test of your loyalty, we shall say. It is also the document that, by law, will make you my child,” Britain said. Quebec startled at the last part. Britain wanted to replace his father, so soon after he had died?

“But my father just died today, surely—” Quebec began before Britain grabbed him by the throat and slammed him against the wall.

“Is that a declaration of unloyalty?” Britain asked, his voice sounding so kind as Quebec’s fingers scratched against Britain’s hands, trying to get some air back into his lungs, “Stop being overdramatic. Put your hands down and listen to me.”

Britain’s voice changed, becoming low and dangerous, and his grip on Quebec tightened. Quebec let out a strangled gasp and dropped his hands to the side, hoping the appeasement would calm Britain’s rage and free him.

“Very good, Quebec,” Britain said, his voice patronizing and full of false cheer as black spots began appearing in Quebec’s vision, the lack of air making him dizzy. “Now, answer me. Was that a sign that you don’t want to be loyal to me?”

Quebec shook his head, trying his best to force out a no. The words did not come easily, but eventually, he was able to force out a tiny, whispered no, and Britain released him. Quebec fell to the ground, gasping for air and relaxing as air made its way into his abused lungs.

“I’m sorry, Quebec. I didn’t want to do that to you, but like I said, I do not tolerate disloyalty, and it is better to teach the lesson once and make it stick than have to teach it repeatedly. I’m sure you understand,” Britain said, putting a gentle hand on Quebec's shoulder before helping the colony stand, leading him to the armchair in the corner of the room. Quebec collapsed into the chair, and Britain patted his shoulder.

“Do you need a minute to catch your breath? We don’t have to proceed until you’ve recovered,” Britain said, his voice sounding so painfully kind and understanding compared to the pain of his rage. Quebec knew then that he would have to do everything he could to keep this kindness, everything he could to avoid provoking that rage.

“No…we can continue,” Quebec said, the act of speaking making him feel out of breath.

“You don’t sound like you’re ready. We can wait a bit longer. Don’t feel like you have to rush yourself. Your health and safety is my top priority.” Britain said. Quebec gave him a confused look.

“But—”

“That was just punishment. It’s not common unless you are disloyal or choose to disobey me. As long as you’re a good colony, one that listens and obeys, you won’t have to deal with any of that again. Unless, of course, one colony is misbehaving so badly that it is better I punish the whole just to ensure no similar ideas come out. But I promise you, Quebec, that that is not something I want or like to do but rather something I do out of necessity and love.” Britain said, grabbing Quebec’s hand and squeezing it gently. 

Quebec nodded, feeling conflicted. On one hand, his grandmother and father had never touched him like that. But on the other, Quebec had been a French colony since birth. Of course, he would not need to prove his loyalty to them in the same way Britain needed him to. Furthermore, Quebec was descended from Britain’s worst enemy. It made…it made sense why he would go that far.

“I’m…I apologize for my disobedience,” Quebec began as soon as his throat felt better, picking his words carefully to avoid inciting the empire’s temper any further. “My…my French father passed away today, and grief clouds my mind. I did not mean to offend you. I just do not want to forsake the man who raised me on the day of his death. I apologize.”

Quebec then bowed his head, waiting and willing to accept whatever punishment that would bring him. But he was surprised to hear Britain laugh as a hand was placed on his head.

“I’m not asking you to disown your father. I know his loss will be hard on you. What I’m asking is for you to acknowledge me as your father so my nobility and my leaders can be safely assured that you are a loyal colony and will not betray us for France. They get…somewhat unreasonable when it comes to French things, and I want to ensure that they will not advocate for your death or for you to be dissolved into another colony. This is less of a loyalty thing and more of a way to protect you,” Britain explained, putting a gentle hand on Quebec’s chin and forcing Quebec to look him in the eyes, “Do you understand?”

Quebec stared into his eyes, looking for any trace of deceit and finding none. Britain was telling the truth. It only served to make Quebec feel like a fool. Britain released his chin, and Quebec slowly dropped his head.

“Yes,” Quebec said, feeling better. That…that made sense. Britain’s extreme reaction was done out of love and necessity, just like he said. Quebec had just been dramatic and must have caused Britain to panic. Britain did say he was looking forward to having Quebec there the most and that Quebec had the most potential.

“Are you ready to sign it now?” Britain asked. Quebec nodded, standing up.

“I am,” he said, trying his best to sound confident. Britain nodded and pointed at the chair at the desk. Quebec quietly sat down in the chair, preparing to look over the oath of loyalty he was about to sign before Britain pushed a pen into his hand.

“Sign,” Britain commanded. Quebec opened his mouth, preparing to protest, before shutting it. He didn’t need to look it over. It was fine. Britain probably just wanted to get this over with since Quebec had already dragged it on long enough.

With a quick flourish, Quebec signed his name, both his old French one and his new British one, just to be safe. As soon as he finished, Britain took the paper away, placing it on the bookshelf above Quebec’s head as Quebec returned the pen.

“See, was that so hard?” Brit—Father asked as he began running a hand through Quebec’s hair.

“No,” Quebec said, feeling silly for having made such a big fuss about it when he had just planned to profess his loyalty from the beginning.

“No, what?” Father asked.

“No, Father,” Quebec said, cheeks turning red in embarrassment. He hated this. He hated being treated like a child. But…better to be treated like a child than to be punished. Father was probably just ensuring that Quebec got the hang of things as quickly as possible.

“Very good. Like I said, you’ll be the one to adapt to my household the fastest. You have all the traits of a good colony, Quebec. Once I am done purging your lands of the disloyal, I think you will be in a position where you will never need to be punished again.” Father said. 

“Really?” Quebec asked, nervous. Father smiled.

“Really.”

[unslake]

[ CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN ]  the arrival of a new black eagle professor is always a cause for excitement—an opportunity to improve, and more importantly, a chance to succeed. for that reason, she'd always thought it imperative to leave a dazzling first impression, if only to ensure she wasn't so easily forgotten. there is more she has to prove, after all. higher stakes at play.

but there is another reason dorothea seeks out the man. she'd seen deirdre with him, observing from a distance how close the two appeared to be. a morbid curiosity follows on the heels of a conversation they'd had not so very long ago—a heartfelt conversation about love and the lack thereof. and she recalls now the mention of one lord sigurd.

( what she does not recall is any announcements about a professor sigurd joining their house. )

"good evening, professor! seeing as i'll be attending your classes, i thought i'd introduce myself. i'm dorothea."

in hand, a small dish full of fresh fruit that she extends in offering. "if you haven't tried pairing them with the fountain's contents, i'd highly recommend that you give it a shot. the empire spares no expense when it comes to its chocolate production. it might just be the best you've ever tasted."

she smiles and leans forward.

"might i interest you in a trade, too? i couldn't help but notice that you seem awfully close to professor deirdre, and she's already got a full bracelet. it'd be a shame if you weren't able to match her in acquired charms."

ethereal ball, second half.

"Good evening, Dorothea. My name is Arvis." For a moment, Arvis studies the young woman's face, committing it to memory along with her name. As part of his onboarding duties, he had begun a cursory review of the available paperwork on the Black Eagles students. He does not immediately recall encountering her name, so it seems he has yet to get the chance to review her records. Mentally, he makes a note to do so once he returns home from the ball.

"I have yet to try it." His gaze lowers from her face toward the offered dish of fruit, then shifts toward the chocolate fountain not too far away from them. After a beat of hesitation, he accepts the dish in its entirety, rather than making an attempt to pick and hold onto one of the many pieces of fruit. "I appreciate the recommendation," he adds, although he does not move any closer to the fountain right away. He understands the recommendation and the offering are pretenses—as most offerings are. It's almost admirable—how Dorothea layers her true question beneath niceties and trivial matters—chocolate, the little game with the charms, the obliquely performed consideration of his awfully close relationship with Deirdre.

All to conceal a blatant curiosity. A prying interest, perhaps.

He smiles all the same.

"It would be a shame. I would be happy to trade." He sets the dish aside like an afterthought, reaching for his bracelet to spare a starfish to exchange for her charm. The game feels rather childish, but—well, Dorothea's statement does make him start to think otherwise. "Here."

[antrylis]

✨Custom bionicle (again) !✨

Two more from my Ru-Fahi series !

Details and rambling below !

Jaller Ru-Fahi

…Because I couldn’t not include him. Realistically, all Toa Mahri a good to some extent, but this is peak Toa material right here. One of the first I acquired, one of the best looking ones, too. The base body is practically the same as the original, with some twists, but I mostly made him thicker and upgraded his sword, which is better with a guard and a proper handle. Well, that, and the Hannah, obviously. Sure, the original one was cute, but here me out :

Look at it, and behold ! It might be slightly bigger than the original, have only four legs, and need a larger chain (which I found just earlier in a box of misc Hero Factory pieces, and is better than a basic Lego chain), but doesn’t it look very cute and wholesome and dangerous ? Also, I gave it actual joints, because it deserves it, and removed the Kordak blaster because it didn’t need it anymore. I really love making arthropods with bionicle (I have more for later~).

Pohatu Ru-Fahi

Definitely looks awesome. The original is Pohatu Phantoka from the Rockoh T3 set (because I have one and a half of this set). It is the coolest version of Pohatu (because orange>brown, obviously). Lot of modifications on that one, from the custom jet pack to the arms and the legs. The arc pieces for the front arms are more or less of placeholders because I was niece a good piece to make the arms larger, but it turned out alright. The blades are also stolen from the half Rockoh, and the piece underneath, if anyone recognises it, is from Pohatu Nuva, because it’s a neat reference. And the tube is somehow remaining in the Kanohi, despot the fact that there is not any proper connection for it tand hold onto.

Also, can we talk about this leg ? If you ignore how incredibly illegal this whole piece is (ball joint stuck by the light grey part and small black and grey piece not completely connected to the rest), I think that’s the best shape I managed to get so far, and it reflects nicely what I have envisioned (Pohatu being able to run/jump easily because of the shape). And, it had the added advantage of fitting perfectly with the orange piece above when the knee bends.

Last but not least, I also have started a potential candidate for Toa of air, despite a lack of proper Kanohi, even with my extensive collection. My first candidate would have been Lewa Phantoka from the Axalara T9, but this one has a special place in my heart, so won’t be touching it and it will proudly remain in his shelf (along with the untouched Pohatu). So, maybe another of this series soon ! But probably not. And if I miss posting custom bionicle too much, I have a (complete) collection of entirely custom Toa, but I’m afraid they won’t fit in my studio (they’re big, too big).

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A Daughter's Desire for the lovely SamcScreams

I have written this songfic piece for SamcScream's HER.

Please do check out her work, it is quite good stuff, with alot of creativity, especially her first post for HER, you'll find it on her blog.

The song I have used is 'For You' by Nightcore Fox, originally based on the perspective of FNAF's villain Vanny. Admittedly the song is fast paced at times, so that might make some of the stage directions difficult to read. Plus, the post's function's means that everything is off to the left side, instead of the song and its stage directions being centre stage.

Do please enjoy. :-)

A Daughter’s Desire.

Samantha Carpenter gripped her head strongly with both hands, as she laid back against the wall.

Night had come and she had taken enough sleeping pills to knock her back for six and beyond.

“Christ,” she muttered, sinking down onto her bed quilt, her eyelids felt like heavy weights.

If she fell into a sleep deep enough, then that should keep HER away and prevent her from seizing control. It would also mean no more ‘night outings’, no longer a need to find threats and shed blood to enforce the seal on HER’s mental prison.

The safe was locked, Tara had changed the number and had hidden it somewhere remote. A measure so HER wouldn’t be able to acquire her murder tools if she managed to take control, should the sleeping pills prove to be an inadequate barrier.

“Are you sure, that you want to sleep alone Sam tonight?” a quiet yet curious voice called out.

Sam’s weary eyes drifted over to see the small figure of Tara Carpenter in the doorway, gripping the doorway in her PJs as she cautiously leaned in.

With how she stood, Tara very much looked like her younger self. The fearful child nervously peering into their big sister’s bedroom before asking if she could seek her comfort due to having another nightmare.

“No Tara, not tonight, I want to make sure this works first, before letting you get too close, ok.”

Tara couldn’t quite hide her disappointment, despite maintaining her firm expression; Sam could always read her eyes.

“I’m sorry babygirl, but it is just for tonight, ok?” Sam replied softly, holding her hand out.

It took an immense mental effort to bring her arm up as the effects of the sleeping pills began to engulf her mind.

“You can give me a hu-”

Within barely two seconds Tara had practically leapt from the bedroom door to Sam’s bed and threw her arms around the elder Carpenter. Immediately Tara pulled Sam in close, resting her head on the latter’s shoulders, absorbing the latter’s warmth.

“I have Mindy, Chad and Danny all on speed dial, should the worst happen,” Tara whispered with shaky breath, Sam could feel her tremble as she slowly wrapped her own arms around Tara’s neck, cradling her.

“If you think it is her and not me, call them immediately.”

Tara fervently nodded.

“I will, at the first sign of trouble Sammy,” she replied determinedly; although she hoped she wouldn’t have to.

“Did you take the other necessary precautions?” Sam asked curiously, her tired eyes locking with those of Tara’s, seeing the deep concern that they held.

“I have, the keys for the front door are hidden, the windows are barred and any sharp knives or objects I had hidden away.” Tara answered firmly.

“I even blockaded my bedroom door as you insisted.”

She hugged Sam even tighter, wanting to make the moment last for as long it was possible.

“I love you, Sammy; I really hope this works,” Tara whispered, despite her voice being low, her desperation easily detectable.

“If so, then there need be no more murders,” Sam added reassuringly, gently stroking Tara’s brown hair, trailing her natural curls.

“I was only trying to help us.”

Tara moved her right hand to grasp Sam’s left, slowly interlocking Sam’s fingers with her own.

“I know,” Tara remarked softly.

“I know you were trying Sammy, but we promised to not keep anymore secrets.”

“We can take this on together.”

Sam sighed in agreement, leaning further into Tara’s embrace as her body’s call for sleep began to overwhelm her.

“You need to go now Tara, I’ll be ok as long as you are,” she stated, her determination mixed in with her evident sense of exhaustion.

Tara slowly withdrew from the hug, clearly not wanting it to end.

“Ok,” she replied cautiously, but her nervousness was evident.

“Remember our password, say it, when we next meet so I know that it’s you and not. . .her.”

Tara leaned in and kissed Sam deeply on her forehead.

“Sleep well Sammy.”

Sam reciprocated in kind, pulling Tara down and kissing her reassuringly on the check.

“You too babygirl.”

Then the contact was swiftly broken with Tara stepping away.

“See you tomorrow, Sammy, I have the. . .”

She visibly gulped, before continuing, her unease beyond evident.

“The taster on standby, fully charged, but. . .”

Tara hesitated before forcing herself to continue.

“I’ll only use it, if I have no other choice, ok Sammy?”

Sam nodded agreeingly, now barely to keep her head up.

The taser was necessary for Tara’s safety, Sam didn’t give a dam if the price for that safety was her being hurt.

“Thanks Tara, now. . .go. . .I am about to slip under.”

Tara hastily left, closing Sam’s bedroom door shut.

She managed to glance back at Sam, mumbling ‘love you’, before exiting.

Soon, there came the quick small footsteps from the hallway, quickly followed by the slamming shut of Tara’s bedroom door and the sound of stuff being moved around.

Then there was silence, bar the occasional hum of traffic from the world outside, but Sam could easily ignore it as her eyelids finally closed and she gave into sleep.

“Now, let’s see if this keeps you locked in your cage,” she muttered, feeling herself slip into unconsciousness.

She barely registered a sudden rush of excitement before sleep took hold of her fully.

One hour later. . .

Sam’s fingers twitched, the frequency increasing by the second as she raised her head up off her pillow.

Sighing as she rose, pushing herself upright and pushing her hair back from her eyes.

Sam’s eyes opened to be greeted by utter darkness. Her brown pupils widened in her body instinctive reaction to take in as much light as possible to improve her night vision.

It took a minute or two, but steadily the outlines of her own room began to stand out to her.

A relieved sigh passed through her lips as she breathed in and out, feeling her chest rise and fall.

“I’ve got to hand it to you Sammy, you really did try to keep me underwraps. . .oh, no wait, this really was Tara’s idea, if I am being honest,” she whispered with mid-level scorn, whilst sounding genuine impression.

Sam. . .no. . .Her, looked over towards her closed bedroom door, spying its board outline in the surrounding darkness.

She was Sam, but wasn’t at the same time, yet she looked identical to her, almost.

It was in her eyes that the difference lay, the coldness, detached, sinister and sadistic.

A cold fire burned in her pupils, unforgiving and uncaring, but it was distinctly Loomis.

In truth, it was Sam’s feelings and her expressions, but as more and more time passed, such things belonged to HER more than they did to Sam.

“Tara, you little devil, so desperate to keep Sam with you, even if it is a major risk to your own safety,” she muttered mockingly.

“Sam really does care; you should heed her warnings more often. . .babygirl.”

HER was smart enough to piece things together, she had her ways to understand Sam and Tara. It was like fitting pieces to a puzzle with each new grain of information she gained from her observations.

A magician never reveals their tricks though, sometimes it was good to have secrets.

“As long as your creativity is pointed in the wrong direction, I don’t personally mind Tara,” HER whispered, slowly approaching her bedroom door.

“It is rather entraining actually, I like this game, but I am going to win,” she remarked confidentially, gently pulling the door open.

She knew that Tara’s bedroom was directly oppose hers, with its door firmly closed shut.

Quickly crossing over, HER started intensely at the door. It was like the gate to the sacred castle, but there was unfortunately no key to gain entry.

Hiding inside lay the one person who was keeping Sam tethered, that was no secret, given how close both Sam and Tara were, everyone could see it.

Without eachother they would struggle. . .or worse.

Her smiled in anticipation, smirking from ear to ear as she pressed one of her hands against the door. Despite Tara most likely being asleep, HER knew to be extra careful lest she raised the younger Carpenter’s suspicions. She carefully rested her head against the door, as though she desired to phase through its wooden frame and find the prey hiding within.

“Are you having fun yet Tara?” she barely whispered, in genuine wonderment, but she didn’t hide the malicious coldness in her voice.

“I hope you are sweetie, but unfortunately this game has to end and only one of us will be walking away from it alive.”

HER grinned as she traced the lines of the door’s wooden frame with her fingers, imagining them to be bloody lines craved on human skin by a sharp knife.

“Survival of the ruthless, wouldn’t you agree dad?”

No answer came from either inside her mind, or from her surroundings. There was no visible reflection to see those eyes which HER knew or hoped would be looking at her with sincere pride and admiration.

Nothing. . .but a cold and empty silence greeted her.

“Why can’t you hear me, am I not making you proud?” Her whispered, allowing her smile to fall and she felt crestfallen for a moment.

Before her determination rose up and swallowed her disappointment whole like a blackhole consuming a vibrant star.

“You will hear me daddy, for I am your little monster,” HER muttered lowly, grinning again, before turning away and heading out to the kitchen.

True to both Tara’s and Sam’s determination, they had locked down the entire flat as good as they could manage.

HER was effectively locked in until the morning, at which point Sam would regain control upon waking up.

Well. . .she would be locked in, but she had a creative mind and truly loved a challenge.

Laughing internally, with folded arms and a big smile on her face; HER stared at one of the flat’s windows.

“Well, it would be a waste of a night out, if I couldn’t take advantage of it,” she muttered with great anticipation, keeping her voice low.

HER reflexed her hands, stretching her fingers and feeling the ligaments crack.

“But this locked in room challenge is certainly an interesting start. . .”

When her right hand touched her trouser leg, the strangely soft fabric caused her to instinctively look down and she only now realised that she was wearing Sam’s PJs.

Ok, first things first, a quick costume change. . .then she could work out a way to free herself from her makeshift imprisonment.

A short while later. . .

Landing firmly on her own two feet, HER centred her balance in the alleyway she found herself in after scaling down the walls of the Carpenters’ flat via the fire escape.

The air felt dry, and it was a moonlit night; good, but when she was on the hunt, she needed to stick to the shadows.

Darkness was her natural companion. . .

Easily ignoring the noise from the nearby streets upon which the night life of New York flowed like blood coursing through the arteries and veins of the human body. Her mind was focused on one place and one place only.

Swiftly moving forward with purpose in her stride, HER eyed the exit of the alleyway, knowing from Sam the way to her destination.

The old, abandoned theatre and its blood-stained treasures. . .

(Begin the song now).

We see HER steadily walking through rows of Ghostface memorabilia.

She can feel the agony in the air, smell the old blood from the aged items and faintly hear the cries of the dammed.

She sways as she moves, drawing ever nearer to the Ghostface stands.

Her predecessors, those who with their knifes craved out the bloody path for her to follow.

And she would lay the final stone in cementing the Loomis Legacy.

“Now I can feel it coming.”

HER smiles with great anticipation.

“The symphony of voices in your head.”

She feels the crowning moment is upon her.

“The time has come for you to shine.”

She approaches the Ghostface stands.

“Be ready. . .”

The Carpenters won’t see her approaching.

“Something terrible is coming. . .for you.”

She swears she can hear Billy’s commands in her head.

“Time is of the essence.”

Such a golden opportunity.

“Do not let me down.”

Never father. “So many people in one place.”

The hunting ground.

“It’s time for us to make a presence!”

HER takes various clothes from several Ghostfaces.

“Time is of the essence.”

The clock is ticking.

“I won’t let you down.”

A daughter’s promise.

“So many people in one place.”

A wolf among sheep. “Oblivious, just like you say.”

HER turns to see her reflection in one of the stands.

“So just trust me this one time.”

As though she is seeing Sam herself.

“I know you won't regret it.”

HER gestures to herself.

“I know you are sick, but so am I.”

HER holds her hand out to the reflection.

“And I will be there for you, through time as it tick, tick, tick, ticks!”

HER turns to face the stand of Billy Loomis.

She smiles playfully as she moves towards it.

“And I will be there for you, through time as it tick, tick, tick, ticks!”

Her reflection flows over the stands of the now half dressed Ghostface statues.

HER narrows her eyes as her shadows fall overs Billy’s statue.

“And I will be there for you. . .”

She tenderly places her hand against the glass cover.

“My darling, I know that there's certain things that you should know.”

She knows everything and is unashamed.

“I know this comes with a price that I'm willing to pay.”

She pulls the glass case open.

“Be ready. . .”

The infamous facemask stares back at her.

“Something terrible is coming. . .”

She viciously grabs the statue, pulling it towards her.

“Everything I've worked for and everything I do!”

Venting her inner frustration.

“You know that there's a reason that I do these things for you!”

Power “I do it for the thrill!”

Bloodlust

“I do it for the fun!”

Manipulation

“You've taught me there's a twisted usefulness in everyone!”

She then kneels before the statue.

“Let me prove my point!”

“It will not disappoint!”

“Just give me the word!”

“I am ready, I am poised!”

Like a devoted worshiper. “Isn't this what a true friend would do?”

Honouring their god. “I promised I would be there for you!”

She reaches up and grabs the facemask, pulling it away, along with Billy’s infamous knife.

Before swiftly making her exit.

“And I will be there for you, through time.”

She skips playfully down the aisles.

“And I will be there, and I will be.”

The theatre’s exit is in her mind’s eye.

“And I will be there for you.”

Once outside, HER stares longingly at the facemask.

She laughs, feeling euphoric, the bloodlust surges through her soul, she willingly drowns in it.

She jerks her head up at the sound of New York’s nightlife from beyond the alleyway.

HER smiles sinisterly, putting the mask on before swaying mischievously towards the alley’s exit, humming as she does.

“La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la.”

Steadily she disappears into the night like a ghostly predator, ready for the hunt

I hoped that you enjoyed it, this was lot of fun to create and a massive thanks to SamcScreams for letting me use her work for this creative musical piece.

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What is an Easy Way to Find Your New Properties in Jamaica?

If you've ever wanted to own a piece of Caribbean paradise, Jamaica might be the perfect place for your real estate investment. With its beautiful beaches, rich scenery, and lively culture, Jamaica is an appealing place for finding your ideal new listing houses. But how can you go about finding the ideal houses and land for sale in Jamaica without creating a hassle? In this article, we'll look at several simple methods for finding new property for sale in kingston jamaica.

1. Online Real Estate Listings 

Property hunting is now easier than ever thanks to the internet era. There are several websites and platforms devoted to Jamaican real estate listings. Websites like Realtor. com, Zillow, and the websites of local Jamaican real estate companies like century 21 jamaica, Remax Elite Realty,are a great place for starting your search. You can narrow down your search by budget, chosen region, and property type. In addition, high-quality photographs and extensive property descriptions are frequently provided on these sites, making it easy to narrow down your possibilities.

2. Work with Real Estate Agents Jamaica 

Working with a Real Estate Agents Jamaica may greatly ease your property hunt. These experts are well-versed in the local market, communities, and property prices. They may assist you in locating properties that meet your criteria and negotiating the best prices on your behalf. Jamaican real estate agents may also help with the legal and logistical requirements for buying property in Jamaica, ensuring a seamless transaction.

3. Attend  Open Houses

If you live in Jamaica or are interested in visiting, attending open houses is a great way to learn about the local real estate market. You're able to visit houses, ask questions, interact with sellers and agents. Open houses are a terrific opportunity to visit different communities and get a feel for potential future homes.

4. Explore Social Media and Forums

Social media sites and online communities specialized to Jamaican real estate may be gold mines of information. Joining Jamaican real estate clubs and forums may link you with other property hunters, real estate professionals, and local experts. Through these groups, you may acquire useful insights, ask questions, and even find off-market properties.

Read More:Top 10 Amazing Places To Live In Jamaica

5. Consult with legal and financial experts

Buying property in a foreign nation can be both legally and financially. It is essential to contact legal and financial professionals who are familiar with Jamaican real estate laws. They can assist you manage any legal obstacles and safeguard the security of your investment.

6. Consider Your Investment Objectives

Define your objectives for investing clearly before starting your property hunt. Do you want a holiday home, a rental property, or a permanent residence? Knowing your goals will allow you to reduce your alternatives and make better informed decisions.

7. Make a Budget

Plan ahead of time your budget and funding possibilities. This will save you time looking at houses that are out of your price range and allow you to focus on better possibilities.

Conclusion

With the right technique, finding new homes in Jamaica can be an interesting journey. Use internet tools, collaborate with local experts or real estate company in Jamaica and try new approaches to make the process easier and more efficient. You may easily uncover your own bit of Jamaican paradise with diligent planning and investigation.

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Becoming an Agronomist: Key Skills for Graduates of the Best Private University in Bhopal

In the ever-evolving industry of agriculture, the function of an agronomist is one that is not only dynamic but also very necessary. For graduates of the best private university in Bhopal to have any chance of succeeding in this industry, they need to be equipped with a wide variety of skills and capabilities. These skills not only pave the way for a prosperous career but also make a substantial contribution to the expansion and continued viability of the agricultural sector.

In this piece, we will look into the primary skills necessary for an agronomist as well as investigate the reasons why aspiring professionals need a foundation in these skills in order to be successful in their careers. Our trip through these essential skills will shed light on the many facets that make up agronomy. From keeping up with the most recent agricultural trends to becoming an expert in the subtleties of agricultural economics, these skills will be covered along the way.

Join us as we go on a voyage of discovery as we seek to understand why the Madhyanchal Professional University (MPU), the Best Private University in Bhopal, is your entrance to growing a profitable career as an agronomist.

Abilities required of an agronomist

The following are some of the talents that might come in handy for anyone interested in pursuing a career in agronomy after graduation from the best private university in Bhopal:

1.  The capacity for learning

It is sometimes of the utmost importance for an agronomist to keep abreast of the most recent tendencies and developments in the agricultural industry. Increasing both your reputation and your worth may be accomplished by staying current on the most recent developments. It is also a good way to demonstrate that you are familiar with the possible developments that the market may undergo in the next few years.

2.  Abilities in communication

Agronomists often collaborate with other professionals in the context of a team setting and engage in conversation with co-workers, managers, farmers, and other business stakeholders. This requires a high level of proficiency in verbal communication. You should also consider documenting the results of your study, a task that may demand excellent communication skills in writing. In most cases, organisations looking to fill agronomic positions prefer individuals who are able to articulate their views and reasoning in a way that is easily understood by others.

Improve your communication skills while doing your graduation. Participate in debates and active discussion, while leaving at the same time. Madhyanchal Professional University, the best private university in Bhopal is here to assist you in your career success.

3.  Acquaintance with the principles of agricultural science

It might be advantageous to have an in-depth study of plants, seeds, soil, chemistry, and biology in order to have a greater familiarity with the processes of cultivation, harvesting, and managing the soil. In addition, if you want to create plants with altered genetics, you may need to have a fundamental grasp of agricultural science. Candidates that have a solid grounding in the procedures involved in the agri-food chain are preferred by several businesses.

4.  Abilities in technology

To perform well in this professional capacity, it is essential to be able to operate, study, and apply a variety of agricultural software, such as software for spatial analysis or precision agriculture. Learning how to make use of the Global Positioning System (GPS) is another skill that may be useful. You'll be able to construct a digital map library of the farms you visit if you keep a log of the GPS coordinates you find at each one.

Improve your skills by getting a hands on practical knowledge of the latest technologies used in the industry. Join MPU today, the best private university in Bhopal.

5.  Acquiring knowledge and comprehension of agricultural economics

It is often vital for crop scientists to have an understanding of the economies of scale present in the agricultural industry as well as the predicted costs and revenues of farmers. Understanding how business, marketing, and production risks are managed by farmers may be crucial to understanding how their bottom line is affected. Employers often give preference to applicants who have a solid understanding of agricultural economics since this helps employers choose the best workable answer to a variety of agricultural issues.

6.  Competence in analysis as well as mathematics

An essential ability for an agronomist is the capacity to collect and evaluate information pertaining to agricultural practices. It is helpful to have a background in mathematics or statistics since you may have to compute input rates, field area, equipment calibration, and create acceptable field comparisons. If you do not have this knowledge, it is possible that you will fail. Employers often look for applicants who are able to integrate gathered data and generate useful insights from it when hiring a crop scientist.

So it's important to grasp the learning from other subjects in the science background to be a successful agronomist. Join MPU today, the best private university in Bhopal and kickstart your dream career as an agronomist.

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Enhance Your Online Presence: Choose the Best SEO Company in Noida

In today’s competitive digital landscape, it is essential to have strong online presence to survive and succeed in the industry. Search engine optimisation (SEO) is key to improving your visibility and staying ahead of the competition. It is the process of optimising your website, content, and other online elements so that search engines can easily find and rank your site. It helps in enhancing both the quantity and quality of search engine traffic to a website or web page. It prioritises natural results over direct or sponsored traffic. However, SEO can be a complex and time-consuming process, and it’s best left to the experts. If you are looking for SEO services in Noida and don’t know how to find the best service providers, the following tips may help you in choosing the best SEO company in Noida:

Choose A Full-Service Provider

When you are looking for an SEO company in Noida, it will always be beneficial to choose a company that offers a comprehensive range of SEO services, including keyword research, website optimisation, content optimisation, link building, and more. In this way, you are able to get the best deals on the comprehensive digital marketing services.

Know Their Reputation In The Industry

It is important not to choose a firm entirely based on pricing as it can have a negative impact on your internet reputation. It will squander your money, time, and efforts. Sometimes companies fail to deliver on their promises, and you may despise yourself for not doing enough research. This is why it is critical to conduct research and learn about industry reputation, types of SEO services in India, the time they will devote, and other such things to make an informed choice.

Avoid Companies Making Unrealistic Promises

Search Engine optimisation is a digital marketing method that might assist you in acquiring more customers. It is not magic, and it requires constant efforts to attain long-term results. If you find a company making impossible claims such as "we are the best SEO Company in the world" or we can attain results within a month, do not trust them.

Make A List Of The Potential Service Providers

It is always good to speak to at least five to six potential service providers before making a final decision. One should create a list of at least 5–6 companies after reading the reviews. Once you have found the best five or six companies, examine their case studies, client’s feedback, and previous projects before speaking with them. Do not be afraid to inquire about the company among your immediate network.

Determine Your Objectives Before Looking For A Company

Before you begin looking for an SEO service provider, it is advised to write down your objectives on a piece of paper. You should be aware of your company's reputation and the kinds of products it offers. Observe and select a business that makes sense. While investigating, pay attention to how team members speak and respond to your needs. Examine how they present their offerings, try to learn about your company, and make connections. Check to see if they are speaking clearly. It is important to evaluate the quality of their work and words before making a final decision.

Visit The SEO Company

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for  a  time  alina  had  allowed  her  father's  poisonous  to  get  to  her,  but  legion  could  be  quite  persuasive  that  way,  he  had  an  uncanny  ability  to  make  others  want  to  please  him,  but  then  a  naive  girl  she  had  not  known  any  better.  the  high  lady  even  as  a  young  girl  never  claimed  not  to  be  entirely  selfish,  she  wanted  her  brother's  love,  and  she  wanted  to  win  in  the  same  breath.  years  of  being  molded  by  the  former  powerful  high  lord  of  summer  was  not  something  one  could  shake  so  easily,  no  matter  how  hard  alina  had  tried.  yet  when  the  ancient  magic  chose  her,  for  a  time  alina  did  not  use  her  the  powers  their  lands  blessed  her  with  when  their  father  departed  this  realm,  terrified  she  might  hurt  her  siblings  without  intending  to.  how  long  had  it  taken  her  to  shift  into  her  beast  form?  far  too  long  then  one  would  imagine  from  a  high  ruler.  granted,  there  had  been  no  need  for  it,  being  the  daughter  of  legion  and  the  reputation  she  had  acquired  had  been  enough  to  cease  any  outwardly  thoughts  from  anyone.  each  moment  she  was  alone,  she  wondered  would  she  ever  find  the  right  words  to  make  things  between  them?  would  he  listen  to  her  without  thinking  there  was  ulterior  motives  she  had?  the  words  were  at  the  tip  of  her  tongue,  wishing  to  ask  what  did  he  believe  she  would  do  to  him?  if  she  had  wished  to  get  rid  of  him  or  their  siblings,  she  had  ample  chances  all  this  time.

the  high  lady  tried  not  to  dwell  on  her  brother  simply  because  her  first  task  was  getting  them  all  out  of  here.  perhaps  when  they  returned  to  summer,  she  could  find  other  ways  to  fix  things  between  them,  but  truly  since  all  that  transpired  in  the  capital,  alina  for  once  found  herself  at  her  wit's  end.  in  this  moment  alina  wished  she  could  confide  in  her  elder  brother,  of  the  fear  she  felt  rising  in  her  the  longer  they  stayed  here.  she  couldn't  confide  in  her  their  younger  siblings,  she  didn't  want  them  to  worry,  it  was  not  their  duty  to  worry.  alina  supposed  this  was  perhaps  the  fates  way  of  teaching  her  a  lesson,  that  all  these  years  she  had  arrogantly  assumed  she  could  take  anyone  and  anything  on,  while  she  believed  that,  recent  events  certainly  had  shaken  her.  it  certainly  made  her  fear  that  would  she  be  able  to  protect  her  family  ,  now  with  her  powers  mostly  drained?  her  reason  for  asking  sunan  to  be  the  commander  was  for  him,  for  him  to  break  out  this  routine  he  found  himself,  to  see  he  had  a  purpose,  but  a  bit  selfishly  to  have  her  brother  close  by.

she  was  not  certain  how  long  his  demeanor  now  would  last,  but  the  earlier  coldness  he  regarded  with  her  seemed  to  drop  for  a  moment  when  she  spoke  of  his  mother.  she  studied  sun  for  a  long  time,  piecing  together  what  he  was  trying  to  explain  of  his  mother,  relieved  that  he  was  not  fighting  her  on  this.  after  so  many  years,  he  finally  agreed  to  something  she  wished  to  do,  even  then  it  hadn't  been  a  possibility,  but  now,  it  had  made  it's  way  towards  them.  alina  sat  upright,  leaning  forward  as  she  peered  at  the  eldest  dragomir,  "what  do  you  mean?"  her  words  nothing  above  a  whisper,  as  curiosity  laced  her  tone.  "with  their  healers,  she  might  not  need  tending  at  all.  i've  seen  the  way  their  healers  worked  in  the  capital,  when  some  of  the  faes  were  hurt  during  the  earthquake,  it  was  nothing  short  of  a  miracle."  some  sustained  minor  injuries,  but  others?  they  had  far  graver  injuries  and  within  days  they  were  walking  once  more.  "has  something  changed  her  in  condition  since  her  arrival?"  she  inquired  a  moment  later,  alina  made  a  note  to  go  see  the  elder  woman  for  herself  again  later.  they  had  not  a  clue  of  the  magic  of  these  lands,  but  considering  all  that  she  had  seen,  it  was  not  entirely  out  of  possibility  that  maybe  it  was  having  a  positive  effect  on  his  mother?

it   was   not   odd   for   the   dragomir   siblings,   at   least   the   eldest   two,   to   be   at   odds   with   each   other.   their   father   pushing   them   and   their   magic   to   its   limits,   but   it   had   never   gone   this   long.   sunan   though,   for   the   life   of   him,   was   not   yet   over   being   angry   with   her.   and   at   himself.   it   was   an   odd   thing   now,   his   world   coming   into   perspective   with   his   mother   now   again   with   them.   she   had   known,   of   course,   that   there   was   something   amiss   with   the   siblings   but   sunan   had   refused   to   tell   her.   she   had   already   enough   on   her   plate,   obviously,   but   the   more   and   more   sunan   looked   at   her,   the   more   and   more   his   mind   wandered.   and   it   all   seemed   to   come   into   focus,   was   his   mother   using   her   glamour   to   glamour   his   magic?   sunan   had   already   felt   like   his   magic   was   .   .   .   just   not   all   there,   that   there   was   a   cave   or   something   deep   within   him   that   he   could   not   reach.   and   now   was   his   anger   directed   at   the   wrong   person?   even   if   his   mother   was   glamouring   his   magic   .   .   .   the   ancient   magic   that   decided   the   next   high   seat,   had   to   see   past   that   glamour,   so   even   so   he   had   not   been   powerful   enough   to   be   high   lord.   it   was   all   so   confusing,   and   sunan   was   just   so   tired   of   the   people   he   loved   shielding   him,   if   his   thoughts   were   right.   somehow   kittichai   had   been   able   to   pull   him   away   from   his   mother.   his   fiancé   the   only   person   other   than   hiran   to   ever   be   able   to   get   him   to   leave   her   side.   he   still   had   to   tell   alina   of   that   development   but   it   would   be   for   another   day,   another   lifetime.   who   knew.

the   new   development   with   kittichai   poised   its   own   concerns   and   challenges.   the   two   had   so   many   things   to   work   out,   if   sunan   was   to   take   the   second   in   command,   and   if   kitti   did   not   step   down   from   their   position   within   the   dawn's   own   inner   circle?   well   .   .   .   sunan   should   have   truly   thought   about   the   proposal   a   second   and   third   time.   it   was   why   he   kept   the   good   news   to   himself.

still    sunan    kept    his    eyes    trained    on    alina,    an    obedient    servant    and    subject    to    his    high    lady.    if    she    had    not    wanted    him    to    see    her    as    anything    else    well    .    .    .    she    had    years    of    words    and    actions    to    make    up    for.    his    hands    remained    laced    together    as    he    waited    for    her    words,    and    blows.    he    did    not    except    her    next    words,    he    had    to    keep    himself    from    taking    a    step    back    but    he    wasn't    able    to    keep    the    shock    off    of    his    face.    it    took    him    so    many    moments    to    be    able    to    process    the    words.    still    sunan    couldn't    bring    himself    to    .    .    .    tell    her    that    he    had    kittichai    now    and    his    sister,    a    gifted    healer    so    instead    a    glimmer    of    his    old    self    shined    through    and    his    could    only    .    .    .    nod.    "yes,"    he    whispered    softly,    nodding    his    head    still    has    if    he    was    trying    to    convince    himself    still    of    the    decision.    "but    i    don't    .    .    .    i    don't    think    she    needs    .    .    .    tending    in    the    way    we    think    she    does.    .    .    .    or    have    thought    all    of    these    years    .    .    ."

[marypsue]

Related to that last post -

I have semi-followed jfashion/lolita fashion blogs for pretty much my entire internet career. One of the things that I see really frequently on 'outfit of the day' posts from these blogs is that they'll list the brands where they got an article if it's a Known Brand. Then, at the end of the post, there's an 'everything else offbrand'.

I get why this happens. But I've rotated in my mind for a while now the concept of doing a fashion blog where the outfit info breaks down where every single item comes from, not just the expensive fashion brand items. Because I think there's an unintended impression that comes from these kinds of posts that, if you want a coordinated outfit in a specific style that looks good, you have to spend a lot of money.

You can do that, if that's an option for you! And there are ways to get that Brand Look, if it's the brand you're attached to, without spending Brand Money. Secondhand sales are major in that sphere of fashion, as are (at least in lolita fashion) replicas, which have been controversial but I support on the simple principle that they extend the size range in which certain designs that are never produced above a Large are available in.

But moving outside the circles of jfashion and lolita fashion (and, heck, even including them), I do think there could be value in more people who dress up in cool outfits providing a source for everything they're wearing. Because sometimes an investment item can make an outfit. But more often, I've found, it's everything else you wear with the investment item that really showcases the investment item and creates a look, instead of just...wearing an expensive thing that came from a big name brand.

And I don't think it'd be a bad thing, especially in this age of internet fashion people and conspicuous consumption and kids getting the impression that subculture fashion has to be expensive and brand-name, to remind people how your own personal taste and judgment can be used to create Outfits and Looks without having to spend a lot of money or own any big name brand items, at all.

[invertebrates]

bug toys!

alright, here’s my mini-guide to getting into the world of Weirdly Articulated, almost entirely Japanese bug toys.

some caveats:

1) most of these toys aren’t great for kids. they have a lot of small lose-able, breakable, poke-able parts and can fall apart pretty easily. 2) i’m in the US, so i’m not quite sure how to acquire these things if ebay and Buyee don’t work for you 3) ‘bugs’ for the purpose of this guide (and entire blog tbh) is any invertebrate why would i want fake bugs when i can get real bugs? 1) fake bugs don’t die and can be neglected forever. they will never bite, sting, poop on you, or be stinky (unless you make them stinky) 2) fake bugs can be handled constantly, they will not get stressed out or pick up any germs from you 3) fake bugs can be much larger than real bugs, or be species that would be impossible or unethical to own or breed. they can even be fun made up creatures 4) fake bugs don’t require any kind of tank, substrate or food, and they will not breed uncontrollably (or at all) 5) they cannot escape and become an invasive species 6) buying them doesn’t support shady or unethical ‘breeders’ who just take bugs from the wild (not saying all bug breeders do this, but it’s definitely a problem with certain kinds of bugs)

this is not to discourage any responsible bug-culturing you might want to get into, but for me, as a pretty depressed person without a lot of space, these are all big plusses!

onto the fake bugs

ikimono encyclopedia

unfortunately these photos will be some dark toys against dark backgrounds because i am a goth bastard and everything i own is black. sorry.

so, these being Japanese toys, I’m not entirely sure of the correct terms for them. these are pretty much just the search terms I’ve discovered over time that work to find them. as far as I can tell, Japan LOVES bugs and has a very enviable appreciation for them, they don’t seem to be considered nearly as gross or weird or bad as they are in the west.

these are a series gachapon or capsule toys. you can get all kinds of awesome little toys, which are often strangely detailed and often high quality, from vending machines in Japan.

here are some current listings from ebay to give you an idea of the variety and prices:

they also have a lot of cool fish and reptiles in this series. prices can be a bit steep, but you’re usually buying the whole set of toys pictured, not just a one-off. they’re usually a few inches, pretty well painted and articulated, and come as individually wrapped kits you have to put together. i will say, sometimes it is hard to snap the legs into place, so if you have hand/joint issues you might need some help putting them together. usually, a lot of these toys might be the same model but repainted, and sometimes there’s duplicates. the two mantises in my photo are from a set of 6, and there were 3 sets of 2 identical boys, so I could display one with the wings out and another one folded. they’ll also sometimes come with a little piece of clear plastic and a stand you can pose them on top of.

just from the sheer variety they offer, and relative affordability, this would probably be my first recommendation for getting into bug toys. they have beetles, mantids, caterpillars, wasps, ispods, crabs... i’d love some myriapod sets but we’ll see!

i usually grab these guys off ebay. they’re also available on Buyee and there may be more, cheaper options over there, but I’ve noticed with the import/holding fees, buyee and ebay come out to be about the same most of the time. (for anyone confused, Buyee is an English import service that lets you buy stuff off Japanese sites and auctions, since a lot of Japanese sites only want to ship inside Japan)

these are also just the gachapon bug toys from one specific company. there’s OTHER companies making other sets of really good bugs but I’ve had so much luck with just this one term I haven’t branched out much yet.

Fujimi Living Thing Arc

these are slightly bigger models made out of slightly harder plastic (well, the mantis is bigger; beetles are about the same as the ikimono guys) that are a bit more intricate to put together. they come with assembly instructions, but of course they’re in Japanese. you can pretty much follow along with the pictures though. the painting details aren’t quite as nice, but they have a bit more articulation. not as many choices with this set, though they do have a crawfish I wanna snag. they also have some goofy JP style monster dinos.

i bought these guys off hlj.com but it looks like they’re on ebay(and buyee as well I’m sure)

Revoltech RevoGeo

you’ll probably recognize this name if you’re into transformers or other toy collecting. these guys are gonna be by far the most expensive ($90-$120+) but they are extremely large and high quality. this one is super articulated, the individual leg joints and mandibles move, wings move, about the only thing that isn’t articulated are the individual little tarsomeres/feet segments or the abdomen segments. not as much choice here either, I think they have a beetle, ants, crab and a scorpion plus this wasp. these also come mostly assembled, you can usually just snap the wings on or maybe swap out a few parts (iirc this gal’s stinger can be removed)

i got her off bigbadtoystore.com, though they may be available cheaper elsewhere. BBTS is infamously a bit pricier than other toy stores but they’ve always been very reliable and quick for me.

this BIG isopod

this one won’t be as helpful. these may be part of the same series as the ikimono (they were just labeled bandai gachapon) but they are much larger, this guy’s like 5″, came fully assembled and is pretty articulated. they can even roll into a ball! all their little legs move! i’m pretty sure they’re meant to be one of the large deep sea isopods and man, a 1:1 revoltech model of one of those would be a dream.

completely fake bugs!

had to share my little starship trooper warrior bug collection :^) the big one and the one directly under it are 90s kenner toys I believe, the bottom-right one is a funko, the red one is from a tabletop set, and the guy on the left is a figma model that is unfortunately ridiculously expensive nowadays.

one nice thing about fake real bugs: there is not a crazy collectors market for this so this stuff should stay pretty affordable. unless real normal bugs somehow become a huge pop sensation i think it’s just us weird nerds that are into them.

other search terms to try: bandai insect insect gachapon (or gashapon) nature gachapon

that way you may be able to track down listings for individual toys that should be a bit cheaper! here’s a sample what bandai insect got me on ebay:

happy fake bug collecting!

you may noticed I haven’t mentioned one form of bug that has a lot of the same advantages as plastic bugs: dead pinned insects in shadowboxes. i do have some of these, but i am reluctant to support places selling them nowadays because few are ethically or responsibly sourced, and the same sellers often kill and sell endangered bats and other vertebrates for display. plus mites got into half the ones i had and turned them into dead bug dust. if mites ever develop a taste for plastic i will be sad about my collection but the world will be saved from a lot of nasty garbage so it would ultimately be a Plus.

so unless you personally know the person that pinned the insect, i would be very cautious about buying dead things from random online stores or dealers at ‘curiosity’ or ‘oddity’ shows and things like that, since it’s all sourced from alibaba and whatnot anyway. i swear i saw like 5 different people selling the same dead octopuses in orbs at the last curiosity show i went to. they are cool, but i have no idea where those octopuses came from and i doubt the people selling them did either.

[kedreeva]

Indoor Cats: Climbers

Climbers for the Cat Enrichment Masterpost

A cat climber (tree, tower) is a form of indoor cat enrichment which satisfies a cat’s desire to climb, perch high, lounge high, and often combines with a cat’s desire to hide or scratch. They are typically free-standing or temporary fixtures, meaning that they can be relocated easily and won’t damage walls or floors in case you’re living someplace like an apartment.

Cat climbers range from the very small and simple:

To the average, medium and large sized ones:

To the very large and elaborate ones:

Most of these are pretty “traditional” climbers, the sort you might be able to walk into a pet store and find. The really big ones get very expensive, but I have seen plenty of large-sized ones priced around $100. It is a bit of an investment, but they last for a very long time and cats will use them constantly, so it’s well worth it. However, you’re not beholden to traditional! You can actually make a tower yourself fairly cheaply out of PVC and mesh or even PVC and wood!

Climbers also do not have to have carpet on them! Some can be made just from wood, or you can attach cushions later if you want to make it softer for them.

If you live someplace where you can acquire natural branches, you can also make your own climbers out of tree limbs and flat surfaces:

Even household items creatively connected and secured can serve as a tower, if you can’t build quite from scratch. A lot of folks don’t have access to saws and such to cut wood to the right sizes (although some hardware stores will do small cuts for you, so you can always ask and find out!). Another option is to use some sturdy cardboard; it’s perhaps not quite as long-lasting, and will eventually need replacing because you can’t clean it the way you can wood or plastic, but really that’s just an excuse to make a novel tower for even more enrichment.

There is another, temporary form of cat climber that I’ve seen more of recently, which can be hung on the back of a door. It ratchets into place securely so it won’t droop, and provides soft climbing space. These may even be a good DIY project, as it seems like they could be made mostly from straps and cloth, with a solid base on the perches:

And lastly, I debated about moving these to the shelves, but they’re vertical only so; these are more permanent-fixture climbers, anchored floor to ceiling rather than having a base that keeps them free-standing.

One of your best resources for finding more unique climbers than you could find at a normal pet store is Etsy. You can support local craftsfolk, and a lot of times they not only have unique designs already available, but they will take commissions to build something to your specifications.

You can also visit home and furniture stores and look at free-standing shelves not in terms of how you’d use it, but how it could be modified for your cat to use. Hardware stores may also have shelving units that could be used, and carpet stores may sell leftover bits of carpet for cheap if you are interested in DIY. There are a LOT of guides online if you search for DIY cat tower building guides, and if you are planning to build it yourself, you can buy the pieces more slowly if you need to spread the purchase out some.

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[subby-kpop]

Cooking Date With Stray Kids (Fluff only!)

Chan: dad-mode initiated. Chan cooking means one thing: dad mode is ON. This many years living with Stray Kids has changed him. He’s learned to cook with seven other 20-something men bothering him and nothing phases him now. Bandaids? Check. Fire hydrant? Check. Paramedics on emergency dial? You guessed it. Once he’s sure you’re not gonna blow up the kitchen (right 👁👁), he’ll gets in the groove and let himself have some fun. Lowkey will try to teach you how to cook even if you already know how to, but let him. Chan really is the type to be so happy to be able to spend time with you and works so hard just because he wants to feel needed.

Minho: fine cuisine. This man is literally flaunted as the best chef in Stray Kids, and no way is he letting you slack off on his watch. Blood, sweat, and tears will be spent trying to create the fanciest dish you've ever laid eyes on… all in order celebrate his cat's fifth birthday. But what is pain when you get to see the satisfied little smile on Minho’s face when you finish tho <3

Changbin: an actual mess. You expect him to cook? with you around to pester?? This man barely knows how to boil water in the first place. Instead of helping you cook, Changbin’s life mission seems to have become distracting you when you're trying not to set the house on fire. After all, why concern himself with trying to learn to dice the vegetables when he gains so much more satisfaction by simply annoying you instead? Tsk tsk. Send him back to the dishwasher duties.

Hyunjin: candlelit dinner, dumbass ver. Cause as much as Hyunjin is a dumbass, he's a romantic too. Tries to surprise you with a romantic dinner, and thankfully has the foresight to call his mom beforehand, so you can be thanking her that your soufflé came out in one piece. Decides to decorate last minute using the leftover scented candles Seungmin's mom sent while nonstop giggling about how cheesy the setup is. The dinner actually ends up being actually pretty romantic though.

Jisung: stitches from laughing. Preferably no actual stitches are involves, so make sure to hide the sharp objects before cooking with him. He's a klutz and maybe mentally nine years old. Han is funny as hell though, and 15 minutes in you both end up falling on your asses cause you were laughing so hard from his jokes. His secret plan: spend the whole time trying to make you laugh cause otherwise he has no idea what he is doing.

Felix: y'all are in love. This man is such a romantic so I’m just calling it. I'm sorry to inform you that it might just end up a mess because you spent the whole time kissing the batter of each other's noses instead of watching the oven. If you’re really serious about making a good meal, he'll follow you around as your own personal hype man, trying to make himself useful. Felix will 100% wrap his arms around you and lay his head on your shoulder while you’re cooking. If he doesn’t do that, it’s not him (must be an alien instead, no other explanation.) To cook with him, what bliss.

Seungmin: cooking partner acquired. While Seungmin certainly has his bratty moments, he's generally a very chill cooking buddy. He tries to follow the recipe pretty closely and always makes sure to tell you what he's doing. Will absolutely call you out when you try to pull anything, like doubling the chocolate chip count or giving the batter too many taste tests. Might be persuaded to your side if you give him enough kisses though <3

Jeongin: brat-mode initiated. Our lovely maknae unfortunately took after Changbin in regards ro his cooking skills. That meaning he’s type to tease you about your cooking skill despite being useless himself 💫. Jeongin tries to help you anyway, since as much as likes to tease, he hates to see you do it alone<3

Thank you so much for reading! My love is absolutely not easily acquired, especially not if you reblog this.

(/j reblogs mean a lot! Thank you if you did reblog<3)