#page 4989

[pesterloglog]

Aranea Serket, Terezi Pyrope, Meenah Peixes, Dave Strider, Rose Lalonde, Dirk Strider, Jake English, Karkat Vantas, Roxy Lalonde, Kanaya Maryam

Act 6, page 4983-5013

ARANEA: WHAT DO YOU PEOPLE THINK YOU'RE DOING????????

ARANEA: Stop it, all of you!

ARANEA: You couldn't even wait a few minutes while I retrieved one last guest?

ARANEA: I have to come 8ack to THIS????????

TEREZI: 1 4M SORRY 4R4N34

TEREZI: 1 TR13D TO T3LL TH3M 4LL TO B3 COOL

TEREZI: NORM4LLY W3R3 SO MUCH COOL3R TH4N...

TEREZI: *SNORT*

TEREZI: WHY DO 1 4LW4YS TRY TO T3LL P3OPL3 W3R3 COOL?

TEREZI: W3 4R3 SO V3RY UN COOL >:[

ARANEA: Every8ody?

ARANEA: Excuse me, are you listening?! I would like to introduce you to someone.

ARANEA: His name is........

ARANEA: HEY!!!!!!!!

ARANEA: MEENAH! I SAID CUT IT THE FUCK OUT.

ARANEA: Yes! you!

ARANEA: The dead miscreant with the goggles waving around the stupid trident.

ARANEA: Put it down!

MEENAH: what

MEENAH: no way

ARANEA: Yes way.

MEENAH: no

MEENAH: wanna poke these suckas up

ARANEA: Put it down.

ARANEA: I'm serious.

MEENAH: come on lemme puncture one of em

MEENAH: just a little

MEENAH: how bout this shout ass nubby motherglubber who looks like whats his face

ARANEA: I said drop it.

MEENAH: what like on the floor

ARANEA: Yes on the floor!

ARANEA: Now step away from it. That's right.

ARANEA: 8ack. A little further.

ARANEA: I said further!

ARANEA: No, not closer! Further!

ARANEA: Uuuuuuuugh.

ARANEA: Guess what! You just lost your poking privileges.

ARANEA: I think I'll hang on to this for a little while. How do you like that?

MEENAH: s'chool

ARANEA: Ooooooooh. It sure is pretty. Is that real gold? Or, pardon me, "reel."

ARANEA: I 8et I could sell it for a small fortune.

MEENAH: aw man

MEENAH: no dont

ARANEA: Watch me!

MEENAH: yeah like a fuckin ghost could even sell anyfin

MEENAH: any of you scrubs know where to find the prawn shop in this bitch

TEREZI: TH3 WH4T?

MEENAH: some ho is angling to sell ma gold pointy jam

MEENAH: look at her pawin up my royal loot with her clammy shitmitts

MEENAH: greedier spectacle i never did sea

MEENAH: water you blind there pyrope lookin dimwit

TEREZI: Y3S

MEENAH: then listen up

MEENAH: she wants

MEENAH: to hock

MEENAH: my swank fuckin carats

MEENAH: got it

TEREZI: W3LL

TEREZI: MOST OF US H3R3 4R3 1N F4CT R4TH3R W34LTHY

TEREZI: 1 4M NOT SUR3 1F SH3 W1LL F1ND 4N 1NT3R3ST3D BUY3R THOUGH >:]

MEENAH: this sure became a retarded line of talkin

DAVE: (rose whos the john looking kid)

ROSE: (I think it's young Father-Grandad Harleybert.)

DAVE: (what)

ARANEA: Ok then!

ARANEA: Has everyone settled down? Do I have everyone's attention?

MEENAH: attention huh

MEENAH: whoda thought

MEENAH: you would want any of THAT

ARANEA: Just stop. Please?

ARANEA: I know it's only 8een minutes since you died, and you pro8a8ly aren't thrilled to see me for any num8er of reasons.

ARANEA: 8ut for me it has 8een millenia! I have 8een waiting a long time to see you again, and orient you to the afterlife.

MEENAH: heh

MEENAH: being a ghost isnt anyfin you need to be oriented to

MEENAH: were D-EAD who cares

ARANEA: Excuse me for looking forward to our reunion then! I guess I 8uilt it up in my mind as something special for a whole lot of nothing!

MEENAH: yeah probubbly

MEENAH: what elses new though

MEENAH: need to swimmer down girl

MEENAH: you dead

MEENAH: time to act like the fucks you give stopped existin

MEENAH: like they.....

MEENAH: disaspeared 38T

ARANEA: Then you don't care at all, is that it? My waiting here all this time to see you means nothing?

DIRK: Dude, is it just me, or is this kind of awkward.

DIRK: Why did she even drag you here.

JAKE: (Sh!)

MEENAH: i mean

MEENAH: having to wait milleniums and stuff

MEENAH: as a ghost with too much to say

MEENAH: that is nook loads of time

MEENAH: but i mean

MEENAH: we both might of lived that long

MEENAH: if we didnt up and die just now

MEENAH: or at least i woulda

MEENAH: sounds to me like boring times ahoy either fuckin way

ARANEA: ????????

ARANEA: What is even your point!

MEENAH: um

MEENAH: dunno?

MEENAH: sorry serket

MEENAH: lets hug it out later

MEENAH: aight

ARANEA: I think I have completely forgotten the su8tle art of determining whether you're 8eing sincere, through your tangled fishnet of aquatic puns and little sta8s of hostility.

MEENAH: fishnet!

MEENAH: fishnet yessss

MEENAH: you coulda just said net but you said fishnet instead <3

ARANEA: Do you think you can at least remain well mannered while I 8ring the others up to speed on some critical matters?

MEENAH: uh lets sea

MEENAH: no

ARANEA: Grrrrrrrr.

ARANEA: That's it. I'm selling off this gaudy trinket.

MEENAH: no fuck you gimme that

ARANEA: I have developed an eye for priceless treasure.

ARANEA: Do you have any idea who I grew up to 8e in the new world we made?

ARANEA: I'd wager if I put it on the 8lack market, it would fetch a fee to the tuna several 8illion 8oonies.

MEENAH: TUNA 38D

MEENAH: tuna tuna tuna tuna

MEENAH: i love you

KARKAT: WOW. HEY.

KARKAT: FUCKING *EXCUSE ME*

MEENAH: what

KARKAT: WHO ARE YOU PEOPLE AND WHY SHOULD I CARE ABOUT YOU.

TEREZI: K4RK4T S3TTL3 DOWN!

TEREZI: 1 TOLD YOU

TEREZI: TH3Y 4R3 SOM3 OF OUR 4NC3STORS

KARKAT: THEY AREN'T OUR ANCESTORS. WE DON'T HAVE ANCESTORS.

KARKAT: ANCESTRAL LEGACIES ARE A LOT OF SUPERSTITIOUS, ARISTOCRATIC BULLSHITTERY, INVENTED BY HIGHBLOODS SO THEY GET TO FEEL EVEN MORE SMUG AND SELF SATISFIED THAN THEY ALREADY ARE.

KARKAT: EVEN IF WE DO HAVE THEM, WHO CARES? WHO GIVES A SHIT ABOUT THESE PEOPLE?

TEREZI: YOUR3 B31NG V3RY RUD3 >:|

KARKAT: LISTEN. I DON'T KNOW THEM.

KARKAT: I DON'T WANT TO WASTE TIME PASSING THROUGH DREAM BUBBLES IF I'M NOT GOING TO SEE MY DEAD FRIENDS.

KARKAT: IF YOU DRAGGED ME ALL THE WAY UP HERE TO MEET, OH SAY, GHOST NEPETA. FUCKING GREAT!

KARKAT: I'LL HANG OUT WITH DEAD NEPETA ALL DAY LONG. HELL, EVEN SOME RANDOM NEPETA FROM A DOOMED TIMELINE. THAT WOULD BE ALRIGHT.

KARKAT: YOU KNOW WHAT? GIVE ME FIFTY FUCKING NEPETAS! WHY THE HELL NOT. WE'LL CALL OUR JOURNEY THROUGH BLACK ENDLESS DESPAIR "NEPETAQUEST".

KARKAT: BUT THESE LOSERS? WHO CARES ABOUT THEM. I DON'T NEED TO BE MAKING ANY NEW FRIENDS. I HAVE ENOUGH "NEW FRIENDS" AS IT IS.

ROXY: zzzzzz

KARKAT: MY SENTIMENTS EXACTLY, RANDOM HUMAN!

KARKAT: I'M LEAVING.

TEREZI: BL4RGH YOU 4R3 SO T3RR1BL3!

MEENAH: that guy!

MEENAH: nubbyshouts

MEENAH: that guy is cool!!

KARKAT: THANKS, WHOEVER THE FUCK!!!

KARKAT: BYE.

MEENAH: aw man

MEENAH: hes so much cooler than whats his shit

MEENAH: why couldnt whats his shit be more like nubs mcshouty

MEENAH: our team had no cool buoys at all

ROXY: le zzz

MEENAH: sleepy fishbait is right

MEENAH: this is a fuckin drag

MEENAH: can i go hang out with shouty instead

ARANEA: No.

KARKAT: NO.

MEENAH: 38C

DAVE: (hey rose)

DAVE: (i dunno if this is a weird question)

DAVE: (but like)

DAVE: (do you think we should try and wake up our teen mom)

DAVE: (or what)

ROSE: (I'm not sure if that's a good idea.)

ROXY: zzzzees ;)

DAVE: (why)

DAVE: (sounds good to me)

DAVE: (mayor what do you think)

DAVE: (you hear that rose)

DAVE: (the mayor thinks its an awesome idea)

DAVE: (me too buddy me too)

ROSE: (Ok, since I've clearly been outvoted on the matter, and democracy has spoken, I guess I should clarify.)

ROSE: (I'm not sure if it's actually possible.)

DAVE: (why)

ROSE: (I don't think she's ever woken up before.)

DAVE: (oh)

DAVE: (cant you throw some yarn at her)

DAVE: (that worked on me didnt it)

ROSE: (You were technically already awake.)

ROSE: (Also, I don't happen to have any yarn on me at the moment.)

ROSE: (Do you have any yarn on you, Dave?)

DAVE: (what the fuck kind of question is that)

DAVE: (i am the fucking yarn king)

DAVE: (be passin out yarn like cheap cigars)

ROSE: (Cheap cigars...?)

DAVE: (dream mom gave teen ecto birth or some shit)

DAVE: (turned out the baby was us)

DAVE: (so like)

DAVE: (handing out yarn in the waiting room)

DAVE: (like cigars you see)

DAVE: (to other serious dads from the 1950s)

DAVE: (cheap ones cause you dont wanna go fuckin broke on cigars with a baby on the way)

DAVE: (gotta be frugal rose)

DAVE: (celebrate that shit but have some damn sense about your cigar budget)

ROXY: smack snack

ROXY: zzxxx

DAVE: (but yeah i dont got any yarn)

ROSE: (I just,)

ROSE: (Don't see how you can make remarks with such frequency that are so obliviously and so generically loaded from a Freudian perspective.)

ROSE: (It's flabbergasting, really. You never miss a chance.)

ROSE: (Cigars? Describing a scenario where you are both given birth to by your teen mother, as well as playing the role of the proud father in the waiting room?)

DAVE: (oh god no stop)

ROSE: (What should I make of the fact that the phallic imagery you've selected is not only inexpensive, but is administered freely and mirthfully to other expecting fathers?)

ROSE: (Or that the object standing in for the phallic symbol is something you're proposing to throw at our mother's head!)

DAVE: (just shut the fuck up!)

DAVE: (arent you magic or something)

DAVE: (are you still magic or is your superpower now just talking a lot and wearing orange)

DAVE: (why dont you use your magics to wake her up)

DAVE: (arent you kinda curious to talk to her)

DAVE: (like find out what her deal is)

ROSE: (Yes.)

ROSE: (But I don't think I know that spell.)

DAVE: (hey what even is magic anyway)

DAVE: (like are spells real like when you do magic are you actualy doing legit spells like the dipshits in harry potter)

DAVE: (babbling up some false baloney ass latin)

ROSE: (Not really?)

DAVE: (i knew it what a load of shit that all is)

ROSE: (What?)

DAVE: (spells and shit)

ROSE: (Um. Ok?)

ROXY: *SNOAR*

DAVE: (hey rose)

ROSE: (Yeah?)

DAVE: (does mom seem to kinda be)

DAVE: (like uh)

ROSE: (What?)

DAVE: (i dont know)

DAVE: (a sloppy sleeper)

ROXY: zzzzzznort,,..

ROSE: (That's pretty much how she always slept.)

ROSE: (This includes discovering her sleeping in unusual places.)

DAVE: (is she drunk or something)

DAVE: (can a dream self be drunk)

ROSE: (Yes.)

DAVE: (what really)

DAVE: (just like that thats the answer)

DAVE: (like thats something you actually know for sure)

ROSE: (Yes.)

DAVE: (what the fuck)

DAVE: (is it seer powers that let you know that or did you read it in a book)

DAVE: (why would someone write that in a book)

DAVE: (how would you even know that)

ROSE: (I know from experience, I guess.)

DAVE: (yeah bs)

DAVE: (there wasnt even time for that)

DAVE: (drinking or anything)

DAVE: (with all the grimdark nonsense and carting around moon bombs)

DAVE: (and anyway you dont like booze)

ROSE: (Not really. But it grows on you to some extent.)

DAVE: (you are fucking with me)

ROSE: (Do you remember the timeline Davesprite was from?)

DAVE: (oh)

DAVE: (right)

ROSE: (I still remember some things.)

ROSE: (It was actually pretty similar to the way things have been for the last year on this meteor.)

ROSE: (There wasn't very much to do.)

ROSE: (But there was a house full of liquor.)

KANAYA: (Whats Liquor)

DAVE: (SHIT)

DAVE: (oh god i never get used to how quietly troll vampires sneak around)

KANAYA: (What Are We Talking About Here)

DAVE: (liquor is booze you drink it and it makes you fall down and slur words and understand sports)

DAVE: (and apparently snore like an off road motorcycle)

ROXY: lol snork ;D

KANAYA: (Oh A Soporific Human Substance)

KANAYA: (Got It)

ROSE: (What are they talking about over there?)

ROSE: (I think we might be missing something important.)

KANAYA: (I Honestly Have No Idea Whats Going On So I Came Over Here To See If You Knew)

DAVE: (yeah we know fucking squat)

DAVE: (maybe we should have been paying attention i dont even know what the hell these people are talking about)

DAVE: (kind of too many people here maybe karkat was right to sit this one out)

DAVE: (grandpa johns not saying much)

DAVE: (i kind of wonder whats up with him)

DAVE: (maybe hes shy or freaked out hey why did he even show up with that troll girl)

DAVE: (should i say something to him or)

DAVE: (this is awkward)

DAVE: (terezis all asking them questions and stuff)

DAVE: (she is like literally the only one on the ball here this is embarrassing)

ROSE: (They're looking at us.)

DAVE: (oh god yeah)

TEREZI: W1LL YOU GUYS STOP MUMBL1NG TO YOURS3LV3S 4ND G3T OV3R H3R3!

TEREZI: YOUR3 M1SS1NG 4 LOT OF F4SC1N4T1NG STUFF 4BOUT OUR 4NC3STORS!

DAVE: ok

DAVE: can you maybe like

DAVE: give us the gist of it

TEREZI: 3R

TEREZI: 1 DONT KNOW 1F 1...

ARANEA: May8e I should just start over from the 8eginning.

MEENAH: glubber fuck

MEENAH: somemoby kill me

MEENAH: again

MEENAH: make me double die

MEENAH: can that happen can you kill a ghost

ARANEA: Meenah, please!

ARANEA: Our nice new friends have missed some very IMPORTANT DETAILS!

MEENAH: cod almighty

MEENAH: dont you sea

MEENAH: these chumps are too polite to say they dont give a flip

MEENAH: specially that poor buoy you lured on to your boat

MEENAH: lookit him

MEENAH: too polite and afraid to say anyfin at all

DIRK: I'm not.

JAKE: (Sh!!)

ARANEA: Very well.

ARANEA: If you speak for everyone with respect to what is most interesting to talk a8out, then what is your porpoisal?

ARANEA: I mean proposal!

MEENAH: 38D!!!!!

ARANEA: (Stupid infectious fish puns.)

ARANEA: (Took all of five minutes to pull me into your insmanatee again.)

ARANEA: (Insanity! Ugh.)

MEENAH: (eelmao!)

TEREZI: W3LL

TEREZI: W3 COULD JUST NOT WORRY 4BOUT 1T 4ND K33P T4LK1NG L1K3 W3 W3R3

TEREZI: 1 W4S CUR1OUS TO H34R TH3 4NSW3R TO MY L4ST QU3ST1ON

ARANEA: Oh, sure!

ARANEA: You wanted to know how we all died.

ARANEA: That's a pretty interesting story, don't you think, Meenah? :::;)

MEENAH: whatebber

ARANEA: However, I don't think much of it will make sense without some major contextualization.

ARANEA: There's really quite an amazing amount of nuance to the full sequence of events. Many different players, personalities, conflicting agendas, all interwoven together.

ARANEA: I'll need a little time to set the stage for everything to 8e comprehensi8le, if you all don't mind indulging me for a while.

ARANEA: You could say it all started during our darkest hour, when it 8ecame clear our failure was inevita8le. I took it upon myself to venture into the palace of my denizUMPH.

ARANEA: MMMMMMMMPH!!!!!!!!

MEENAH: yo listen up

MEENAH: ill make this reel quick

MEENAH: ok so we all lost cause everybody sucked but me

MEENAH: so serket here wanted to do the scratch thing that would make us all not exist

MEENAH: but i found out from monsters we could keep existin if we was a bunch of ghosts

MEENAH: thing is nobody ever has the guts to off anybody

MEENAH: let alone themshellves

MEENAH: so i blew us all the fuck up

MEENAH: and thats glubbin that

MEENAH: now were ghosts the end

ARANEA: Meempha.

ARANEA: Thap waf.......

ARANEA: THE WORST STORY THAT HAS EVER 8EEN TOLD IN THE HISTORY OF PARADOX SPACE.

MEENAH: whoa clam down

ARANEA: No! I will not "clam down." Clamming is not something you can do, unless you do it UP, or you are literally retrieving clams from a 8ed of soft oceanic soil.

MEENAH: clam your rumble spheres

MEENAH: seriously they is lookin lively girl everyones gawkin

ARANEA: You just have no respect for a well told story.

MEENAH: i said what happened didnt i

ARANEA: Only 8arely!!!!!!!!

ARANEA: You left out so much! All the intrigue, the complicated interpersonal relationships, the 8ackstory, the responsi8le pacing.

ARANEA: Where was the WORLD 8UILDING, Meenah?

MEENAH: who gives a dolphin flip through a big ring of shit

ARANEA: Ok! I think I finally understand the art of storytelling now, thanks to you!

ARANEA: It turns out all you have to do is make series of short, mysterious statements without supplying context or any further ela8oration.

ARANEA: It's all so simple! Let's try it out.

ARANEA: Did you know that "what's his face" Vantas in our post-scratch world grew up to 8e a spiritual leader followed 8y millions?

ARANEA: They killed him though. He died handcuffed to something, while shouting a rude word. The end!

ARANEA: Leijon grew up to 8e his m8sprit! She wrote stuff down and spent a long time in a cave. That's that.

ARANEA: Their 8uddy Captor flew a ship for some hag. It wasn't a very cool gig. Maryam found a wiggler and died a slave. Did I mention our planet 8ecame kind of a shithole? No, I don't think I did, 8ecause that's apparently not how you "tell stories."

MEENAH: ...

MEENAH: go on

ARANEA: Zahhak 8uilt me a ro8otic arm. He was ordered 8y a high8lood to kill a girl 8ut he couldn't do it, and was 8anished. Really 8eat himself up over that. 8ut it's ok 8ecause his descendant redeemed the honor of his legacy 8y doing whatever a murderous clown told him to. Wait, was that too much detail? Forget I said some of that. Moving on!

ARANEA: Ampora was a pirate. No8ody liked him. He killed a lot of people, 8ut was later executed 8ecause he was una8le to tell a funny joke. What else needs to 8e said? That's right. Nothing.

ARANEA: Makara was the guy who didn't like his joke. He was terri8le and so is his story. Period.

ARANEA: Nitram was a hero who led a re8ellion. He killed me. 8ut not 8efore things got pretty steamy 8etween us. Want to hear the juicy details? You're out of luck!!!!!!!!

MEENAH: aww man 38(

ARANEA: Pyrope cut off my arm and arrested me, 8ut I killed her. This triggered a karmic cycle of revenge which led to the eventual 8linding of her descendant.

ARANEA: Sorry, Terezi. Them's the 8r8ks!

TEREZI: W41T

TEREZI: WH4T?

ARANEA: As for me, well, I could go on ALL DAAAAAAAAY a8out that su8ject. 8ut I won't!

ARANEA: I was a cool pir8te. The 8est pir8! I lived a long time, had amazing adventures, got all the treasure, then died. That's all she wrote!

ARANEA: 8ut not literally. She wrote quite a lot in fact. She had a lot to say, just like me. Which is why she's so gr8.

ARANEA: Let's see. Who am I forgetting here?

MEENAH: uh

MEENAH: ahem

ARANEA: Oh, of course. Megido! Now there's an interesting story full of exciting twists and turns we won't 8e getting into.

ARANEA: She was kidnapped as a child 8y a creep, then served the creep's 8oss for millions of sweeps. She helped make everything lousy. Then you killed her and took her jo8.

ARANEA: Anyway, I think this tedious tale has gone on for entirely too long already!

ARANEA: I can't think of a single thing left to address that could possi8ly 8e of interest to anyone.

MEENAH: no no shut up

MEENAH: do me now what about me

MEENAH: waterboat meeeee!!!

ARANEA: Why, Meenah. Could it 8e that you would like to hear more?

ARANEA: I must 8e imagining things, 8ecause you are on record as finding my stories 8oring.

MEENAH: no these stories are more interesting than your usual ones

MEENAH: i can tell because im actually still a wake

ARANEA: Very well. You would like to know a8out your post-scratch adult life.

ARANEA: Would you like the short version? Or the long version?

MEENAH: uh

MEENAH: are those the only two options

ARANEA: You tell me.

MEENAH: how about

MEENAH: not the looooooooooooooooooooong version

MEENAH: like dont go full fuckin serket on us

MEENAH: but

MEENAH: dont leave out too much of the cool stuff?

MEENAH: shit man why do i gotta explain this to a presumably rational person

MEENAH: just tell me what ma junk was bitch!

ARANEA: Very well.

ARANEA: I shall strive to convey your story, including details which you are likely to find interesting on account of vanity, whilst attempting to refrain from going "Full Serket" on you and other hapless 8ystanders.

MEENAH: blub

MEENAH: come on spit it out windfang

MEENAH: no more adventures on the high breeze got it

ARANEA: Fine.

ARANEA: You want the a8ridged-version, 8ut-may8e-not-so-a8ridged, as-long-as-the-stuff-that-you-in-particular-would-like-to-hear-is-included, of the Meenah Peixes saga?

ARANEA: Here we go.

ARANEA: Instead of storming off to the moon in a huff, Peixes em8raced her role as an heiress.

ARANEA: Once she reached the age to challenge the empress, she killed her predecessor easily.

ARANEA: She did more to sink our race into perpetual darkness and violence than any empress before her, and her rule lasted the longest 8y far.

ARANEA: She conquered thousands of planets and star systems, many of them personally. She was responsi8le for the death of trillions.

ARANEA: Her reign was interrupted only 8y the extinction of our race, which was orchestrated 8y the omniscient creep I mentioned previously.

ARANEA: She flew back to her homeworld, killed Megido, and assumed control of her demonic powers.

ARANEA: In doing so, she also assumed her role as the servant to an indestructi8le demon, whose existence was a8out to result in the annihilation of our universe.

ARANEA: 8ut 8efore that, he had a new assignment for her.

ARANEA: Is this 8rief enough? Am I addressing all the "cool stuff" to your satisfaction?

MEENAH: 38o

ARANEA: That's the first half of her story.

ARANEA: In the second half, she escaped to a fresh universe to wreak more havoc.

ARANEA: She infiltrated a planet called Earth, which is home to a race called humans. These guys here.

ARANEA: On the post-scratch version of Earth (long story), she gained a8solute power, flooded the planet, and completely wiped out the human population, while expanding her a8ilities even further.

ARANEA: She then somehow entered the humans' game session, and took control there as well.

ARANEA: She did all this at the 8ehest of her employer, and has shown no signs of slowing her rampage, or ever dying, for that matter.

ARANEA: So, Meenah. How was that story? Are you 8ored yet?

MEENAH: 38o

JAKE: (Dirk...)

DIRK: What?

JAKE: (I think...)

JAKE: (I think thats the batterwitch!)

DIRK: Uh, yeah.

DIRK: You're just getting that now?

JAKE: (Great scott!)

JAKE: (I have to do something.)

DIRK: Do something?

DIRK: No, man. Just sit tight, ok?

JAKE: (But thats sea hitler! Shes right there in the spooky flesh!)

JAKE: (Remember all the horrible things you said she did??)

DIRK: Yeah, but...

JAKE: (Cripes it sets my blood aboil just thinking about it.)

JAKE: (I have to stop her! Thats why im here i just figured it out. I have to do it bro!)

DIRK: No you don't. Come on, don't be an idiot.

JAKE: (Yes i do thats what you do when you go back in time and find hitler.)

JAKE: (Thats like one of the rules of adventure if you have the chance to kill hitler and stop his crimes from happening then you do it!)

JAKE: (Oh man oh man oh man...)

DIRK: You didn't go back in time, Jake. Do you even understand what's going on?

JAKE: (I gotta do something ok ok how do i do this...)

JAKE: (Aw frig no time to think here i go!!!)

DIRK: Jake.

JAKE: HIIIIIIIIIIIII YA!!!!!!

DIRK: Jake.

JAKE: DIE FISH HITLER DIE!

DIRK: Jake.

JAKE: I WONT LET YOU KILL MY PEOPLE!

ARANEA: Jake, no! What are you doing????????

JAKE: KA POW! TAKE THAT!!!

DAVE: oh shit grandpa egbert juniordad totally snapped

ARANEA: Jake, stop!

JAKE: AND A BIT OF THAT!

DIRK: Dude, this is completely embarrassing.

JAKE: AND HOW ABOUT A SMIDGEN OF THIS!

DIRK: Everyone thinks you're either stupid or insane.

JAKE: WHAMBO!!!

MEENAH: oof

JAKE: YOU KILLED DIRK AND ROXYS BRO AND MOM RESPECTIVELY!

JAKE: OR YOU WILL LATER I THINK AND I CANNOT LET THAT HAPPEN!

ARANEA: No, no, Jake, that was in another universe! Or, I mean........

JAKE: I WONT LET YOU TURN MY PLANET INTO WATERWORLD!

JAKE: THAT MOVIE WAS GREAT! BUT NOT *THAT* GREAT!

ARANEA: She isn't the same person though! I mean, she is, 8ut........

JAKE: I CANT LET YOU EXPLOIT YOUR BAKED GOODS EMPIRE TO MASSACRE THE HUMAN RACE!

ARANEA: She won't grow up to do any of that! She's the pre-scratch version who.......

ARANEA: You see, the 8atterwitch you're talking a8out was a totally different, uh........

JAKE: OVER MY DEAD BODY AM I GONNA LET YOU STICK A PAIR OF STINKIN JUGGALOS IN THE WHITEHOUSE!

ARANEA: Augh, why does this all have to 8e so complicated to explain!!!!!!!!

JAKE: KARATEEEEEEEEEEEEEE *CHOP!*

MEENAH: oof

DAVE: what

DAVE: juggalos

DAVE: rose is he drunk too

DAVE: what is going on

TEREZI: (psst)

DIRK: ?

TEREZI: (so)

TEREZI: (wh4t 1s th3 d34l w1th you?)

TEREZI: (m1st3r br41n ph4ntom)

DIRK: The deal with me?

TEREZI: (y3s)

DIRK: I'm not sure how to answer that.

DIRK: What's the deal with you?

TEREZI: (uh)

DIRK: How are those horns working out for you?

DIRK: And also the fact that you're an alien? What's up with that?

TEREZI: (>:?)

DIRK: Exactly.

TEREZI: (should 1 t3ll p3opl3 4bout you or...)

DIRK: You didn't see nothin'.

TEREZI: (y3s)

TEREZI: (th4t 1s tru3)

ARANEA: Jake, stop whaling on her like that!

ARANEA: I mean, wailing!

ARANEA: W8! Why am I even correcting myself? Those are homonyms!

ARANEA: No8ody could even tell which kind of whaling I meant!

JAKE: DRAGON PUNCH!

ARANEA: Jake!

JAKE: RIGHT IN THE FISHY KISSER!!!

ARANEA: I SAID.

ARANEA: ST8P!!!!!!!!

JAKE: DOOF.

ARANEA: Sigh.

ARANEA: Meenah, are you ok?

ARANEA: Meenah?

MEENAH: SOOOOOOOOOOO

MEENAH: COOOOOOOOOOOL

DIRK: So...

DIRK: I'm still here, right?

DIRK: Even though Jake woke up?

TEREZI: (1t would s33m so)

DIRK: Ok, just making sure.

DIRK: God my existence is weird.

[salcristina]

content warning prison and police violence - 7/18/23

Longtime disability rights activist and longtime prisoner in St Louis MO, Dawn Dziuba has been put under "partial guardianship" of a state administrator who's working to keep her incarcerated in a forensic ward. Because of her work to help other detainees in St Louis get due process, contacting lawyers about possible class action suits, and other 'jailhouse lawyering,' the state is cutting off her library access, threatening her with dangerous psychotropic drugs, and isolating her from her family. Some of her writing is here and a human rights alert was issued about her case by the Shield project. @bananapeppers @noncompliance @bioethicists These are her current needs / demands :

DAWN MUST BE ABLE TO: - Make her own medical decisions, including the decision to reject a powerful psychotropic drug. - Change or terminate her guardianship - Leave the ward in order to visit the library. - Enjoy unrestricted access to a computer and use of email account. - Be allowed to live independently

WHO PROFITS OFF DAWN'S GUARDIANSHIP? SEAN RAPP, (phone 314-622-4989) is a ST. LOUIS PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR who profits off the detention of Dawn and other disabled people.

We also need supporters to call: - Abigail Schweiger : 314-982-8294 abigail.schweiger@dmh.mo.gov - Rachel Linneman, Program Director : 314-877-5971 rachel.linneman@dmh.mo.gov - Dr. Amy Taylor Medical Director (psychiatrist) : 314-877-0522 amy.taylor@dmh.mo.gov TO DEMAND DAWN'S NEEDS , LISTED ABOVE, ARE RESPECTED!

It's probably a good idea to save these images since they might be deleted by the site. Reposts elsewhere would be hugely helpful. They want to be able to isolate her without people finding out what's happening. Information is also posted at https://mindfreedom.org/front-page/shield-alert-for-dawn-dziuba-in-st-louis-missouri/

[three-crows-in-hiking-boots]

Wings of Fire Species Page: IceWings!

I'm planning on making one of these for each tribe, starting with the IceWings! This is based on canon information, but mixed in with my headcanons!

Under the cut, you can find information on IceWings from my AU, Secrets on the Wind!

IceWings

Known Queens (in order of ruling): 

Queen Diamond: Ruled from 2997-3032 AS. Diamond was queen during Darkstalker’s time and was mother of Prince Arctic and grandmother of Darkstalker. She had a condescending tone of voice and was one of the few IceWing animus dragons known to have used their magic more than once. She was known for her ruthlessness, cunning, and judgemental personality and had a deep hatred for NightWings. She placed a strong emphasis on traditions but was also known for making exceptions for her own gain. After Arctic left the kingdom to live with Foeslayer, she went insane with anger and hatred for the NightWings, blaming them for “manipulating” her son into falling in love with Foeslayer. She valued tradition and blood purity above anything else in the kingdom. She gifted the kingdom with the Gift of Healing, and later, with the Gift of Vengence. 

Queen Narwhal: Was queen during the time of the animus Opal. She inherited the throne before she was ready, causing her to be anxious and paranoid. She ordered Opal to enchant a ring to be used for spying, but Opal instead enchanted the ring to help her become a better queen. After learning the true intention of the ring, Opal's queen locked Opal in the dungeons but released her a few weeks later after having a change of heart.

Queen Snowfox: Ruled from 3032-3047 AS. Snowfox was the niece of Diamond and was the last living heir to the throne at the time of her ascension to power. She took after her mother in her hatred for NightWings and was just as ruthless and cunning. Her hatred only grew after Arctic killed IceWings while escaping and Foeslayer destroyed Snowflake’s wing. She was well known for her plots and manipulation, never hesitating to do whatever she could to make her plans happen. She and Snowflake were partners, working together with cunning cruelty. 

Queen Snowflake: Ruled from 3047-3054 AS. Snowflake, despite her short reign, was a strong queen. She was loyal to a fault but had no qualms about snapping at others to get her way. She had formerly been betrothed to Prince Arctic, but, was more than a little relieved when he left with Foeslayer. Despite his leaving, Snowflake still despised both Arctic and Foeslayer for crippling her wing. She, unlike her partner Snowfox, was good at hiding her anger, often resulting in other queens thinking her the opposite of Snowfox. She was most comfortable around her partner, showing her true colors and darkness when around her. She ruled after Snowfox’s death for only a few years until their daughter, Tundra, could rule. She hid her grief after her partner’s death from the rest of the tribe, but, was slowly going mad from it. She remained as Tundra’s second-in-command until she died in battle. 

Queen Tundra: Ruled from 3054-3102 AS. Tundra was sharp and cold, like both her mothers, but took after Snowflake with her calm facade. She resented NightWings but instead decided to focus on increasing the tribe’s strength, devising new battling methods. She was strategic, noting everything she saw, and was quick to take a grudge. Her daughter challenged her, but she abdicated the throne, just as her mother had. 

Queen Glacier: Ruled from 4989-5012 AS. A decedent of Snowfox and Tundra, Glacier was a huge, majestic, and imposing queen. She was dedicated to her tribe and was largely considered a good queen. She spent much time away from the tribe on diplomatic missions or battle patrols, leaving minimal time for her to train her daughters in ruling. She allied herself and her tribe with Blaze during the War of SandWing Succession but mostly focused on the protection of her tribe. She died in 5012 AS from the IceWing Plague created by Darkstalker.

Queen Snowfall: Ruled from 5012-5042 AS. Snowfall was hand-picked by Glacier on her deathbed and is largely considered scary by those who don’t know her. She is terrified of failing her tribe, feeling overwhelmed and stressed due to her little training from Glacier thanks to the war. She spent time with the Gift of Vision, which didn’t change her prideful, imperious, or irritable nature, but helped her become more empathetic and soothed her fears about other dragons. She is firm in her efforts to protect her tribe with her strength and ferocity, but, has no qualms about changing things for the better. She destroyed the Ranking system and is currently working on taking down the Great Ice Cliff. She is the partner of Lynx, who helps soothe her temper.

Queen Mink: Ruled from 5042-5079 AS. Mink, as the youngest sister of Snowfall, was never expected to be queen and went through a long period of mourning after the death of Glacier. She was a beloved queen, the least prickly of many queens in recent memory. She was well known for her thoughtful and gentle demeanor and her sweet and caring spirit. She was a huge sponsor for the arts, as she herself loved carving and gift-giving, and was the first queen to publicly support the increase of the arts in the tribe, slowly bringing them out of their wartime levels of battle preparedness. 

Queen Aurora: Ruled from 5042-5079 Daughter of Mink and Stormsight

Queen Polaris: Ruled from 5125-5130 Daughter of Snow Owl and Aurora

Queen Howlite: Ruled from 5130-5159 Daughter of Polaris and Harp

Queen Agate: Ruled from 5159-5201 Sister of Howlite

Queen Frostbite: Ruled from 5302-Present. Daughter of Agate and Iceberg

Diet: IceWings are apex predators and their diet shows as much. Seals are the most common prey item, but anything with meat on it is considered an acceptable prey item. The only exception is scavengers, which have been considered protected since the time of Queen Snowfall. Ice cream is a rare, but enjoyed, delicacy among those who can afford to make it. 

Abilities: IceWings have frost breath which can instantly freeze anything it touches and have razor-sharp serrated claws that are much sharper than any other tribe’s. They have sharp eyesight and their scales radiate cold that can even freeze droplets of water to their bodies. They’re strongest in the coldest of temperatures and are at their weakest in the warmest lands, such as the Kingdom of Sand. While common in the past when compared to the other tribes, Animus magic has not been seen in an IceWing since Prince Arctic almost two thousand years ago. 

Society: IceWings have undergone many changes since Queen Snowfall destroyed the Rankings Wall. When segregated by the class and rankings system, of which dragons could rise or fall throughout their lifetimes, those of nobility were often cold and distant from their relatives, as it was considered undignified to show affection. Nobility, guards, and any others who lived in the palace were expected to exhibit perfect behavior as well as pose, as anything less was considered weak. Dragons outside the nobility, while still obsessed with rankings and class, are much less rigid in behavior, with beloved bards and storytellers who memorize stories and songs to share with the village, a position that’s often coveted. All IceWings, regardless of class, are interested in creating and proving their talent to each other, an artifact of the long-held ranking system. Since the dismantling of the ranking system, the expectations of perfection have been reduced, though to most tribes, IceWings are still uptight and harsh. 

Homes: Villages, as well as the Palaces, are built out of ice that is smoothed and shaped by the builder’s claws. There is very little in the ways of fabrics and beddings, with dragons instead making divots and sleeping places in the ice. In the IceWing Palace, there are less ‘hostile’ living arrangements that were made for visitors, though not many can withstand the cold. All residences, from villages to the palaces, are lit by The Gift of Light, with at least one bright orb per structure.

Families: IceWings have small clutches, with 1 egg per clutch being most common, with rare cases of 2 eggs being laid per clutch. Families, compared to other tribes, are harsh, cold, and distant with each other. Despite this appearance, individuals do care deeply about their families and are frequently looking out for each other. Physical affection is only shown in private situations, but even then, is rare to be shown unless the dragon is a partner, and is extremely rare for the rest of the immediate family. Dragonets are treated cooly, with their parents working weakness and vulnerability out of their dragonet to make them stronger. 

Education: Aristocratic hatchlings are given a rigorous education, while any lower-born hatchlings have a more limited one. However, since Queen Snowfall’s time, there has been an effort to improve education outside the aristocrats. 

History:

3006 AS: The IceWing-NightWing War is initiated by Queen Diamond. She blames the NightWings for “taking” their “last” animus dragon, her son, Arctic. 

3012 AS: Diamond captures Foeslayer and creates The Gift of Vengeance 

2956 AS: Penguin, an IceWing Animus, creates the Gift of Diplomacy

4993 AS: Allied with Blaze in the War of SandWing Succession

5012 AS: The IceWing Plague, a deadly enchantment cast by Darkstalker, hits the kingdom, as well as any IceWings across Pyrrha, resulting in the deaths of many, including Queen Glacier

5012 AS: Snowfall destroys The Gift of Defense (the Great Ice Wall) and The Gift of Order (the Rankings Wall)

Known Animus Gifts: 

The Gift of Compromise: a scepter, carved from dark blue rock and set with little diamonds. Its purpose is unknown

The Gift of Defense: Also known as The Great Ice Cliff, it’s a wall on the border of the Ice Kingdom that shoots icicle spears at anyone who is not an IceWing, though hybrids with IceWings can cross. It was destroyed by Queen Snowfall in 5012 AS

The Gift of Diplomacy: Three bracelets that allow the wearer to safely cross the Great Ice Cliff regardless of their tribe and keep the wearer warm. It also encompassed the creation of a heated dome near the SandWing border, so the wearer doesn’t need to wear the bracelet. It was created by Penguin

The Gift of Elegance: An enchantment on the IceWing palace that makes the inner walls mimic the weather outside

The Gift of Healing: A set of narwhal horns that were enchanted to cure any IceWings of frostbreath wounds. Created by Queen Diamond

The Gift of Light: Also known as The Moon Globe Tree, The Gift of Light is a  tree made of ice that was enchanted and hand-carved by Frostbite. The tree grows moon globes which, once picked from the branches, hover over the shoulder of the dragon who picked them and cast a soft glow. They also have different brightness settings that can be changed by rotating the globe. A cutting was gifted to Queen Glory of the RainWings where it grew in the Rainforest Kingdom

The Gift of Order: A wall in the IceWing Palace that showed every aristocrat's name and ranking. These rankings could be slid around like beads on an abacus, with dead IceWing names being scratched out. Each rank had circles that split the adults from the dragonets. Each night, the current queen had to reorder the gift, though this practice was ended when Queen Snowfall destroyed the gift. A piece was given to the Jade Mountain Academy for future study.

The Gift of Splendor: The main IceWing palace, enchanted by animus twins to grow from the ground and never be cracked, melted, or harmed in any way from the outside.

The Gift of Stealth: A pair of silver wristbands set with diamonds that can make dragons invisible, though they must turn visible again before making more dragons invisible. Any dragons in the invisibility group are invisible to each other as well and can only hear each other The Gift of Strength: A delicate and elegant tiara, that is smaller than the IceWing crown, but gives immense strength to the wearer. It was worn by Snowfall when she destroyed The Gift of Order and The Gift of Defense. 

The Gift of Subsistence: Three ice holes on the outskirts of the Ice Kingdom where if a dragon sticks their claws into it, they will always catch a seal. It was created by Caribou

The Gift of Understanding: Only part of this gift is available in the Forbidden Treasury, a piece of unwearable silver with an unknown use

The Gift of Vengeance: Also known as The Diamond Caves, the Gift of Vengeance was a gift created with the sole purpose of killing Foeslayer again and again. It was enchanted so that anyone who touched Foeslayer with a diamond-tipped spear could kill her, a factor that was later used in Diamond Trials. It was effectively destroyed after Winter freed Foeslayer, who then changed her name to Hope. It was created by Queen Diamond

The Gift of Vision: An animus-touched silver ring with a large opal in the center that is enchanted to only appear for queens who are not ready to rule or who need to be taught a lesson for open-mindedness. The ring can not be removed until the needed lesson is learned and allows for the wearer to see the lives of other dragons when the wearer sleeps. It was created by Opal Connections: IceWings are on good terms with most tribes, but are especially close with SandWings. There is still residual distrust of NightWings, despite the prevalence of NightWing blood in the royal line

[drmikewatts]

IEEE Transactions on Fuzzy Systems, Volume 32, Issue 9, September 2024

1) GIFTWD: A Prospect Theory-Based Generalized Intuitionistic Fuzzy Three-Way Decision Model

Author(s): Jianhua Dai, Tao Chen, Kai Zhang, Dun Liu, Weiping Ding

Pages: 4805 - 4819

2) Three-Way Decision Method Within Prospect Theory via Intuitionistic Fuzzy Numbers in Multiscale Decision Information Systems

Author(s): Yibin Xiao, Jianming Zhan, Chao Zhang, Wei-Zhi Wu

Pages: 4820 - 4834

3) A Novel Three-Way Deep Learning Approach for Multigranularity Fuzzy Association Analysis of Time Series Data

Author(s): Chunmao Jiang, Ying Duan

Pages: 4835 - 4845

4) A Large-Scale Group Decision-Making Method Fusing Three-Way Clustering and Regret Theory Under Fuzzy Preference Relations

Author(s): Lun Guo, Jianming Zhan, Chao Zhang, Zeshui Xu

Pages: 4846 - 4860

5) A Fuzzy Rule-Based System for Portfolio Selection Using Technical Analysis

Author(s): Ahmad Zaman Khan, Pankaj Gupta, Mukesh Kumar Mehlawat

Pages: 4861 - 4875

6) One Network Fits All: A Self-Organizing Fuzzy Neural Network Based Explicit Predictive Control Method for Multimode Process

Author(s): Keke Huang, Xinyu Ying, Xinyi Liu, Dehao Wu, Chunhua Yang, Weihua Gui

Pages: 4876 - 4889

7) Multidimensional Dynamic Pruning: Exploring Spatial and Channel Fuzzy Sparsity

Author(s): Mingwen Shao, Jiandong Kuang, Chao Wang, Wangmeng Zuo, Guoyin Wang

Pages: 4890 - 4901

8) Noise-Estimation-Dominated Fuzzy Segmentation Strategy for Accurate Implantation of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators

Author(s): Cong Wang, Xin Tan, Bo Li, MengChu Zhou

Pages: 4902 - 4911

9) Models and Algorithms for Optimizing Thresholds in Fuzzy Representation-Based Three-Way Decision

Author(s): Jiubing Liu, Shutian Huang, Tianrui Li, Qiang Liang, Huaxiong Li, Zhifeng Hao

Pages: 4912 - 4926

10) TWStream: Three-Way Stream Clustering

Author(s): Jiarui Sun, Mingjing Du, Zhenkang Lew, Yongquan Dong

Pages: 4927 - 4939

11) Distributed Fault Diagnosis for Heterogeneous Multiagent Systems: A Hybrid Knowledge-Based and Data-Driven Method

Author(s): Runze Li, Bin Jiang, Yan Zong, Ningyun Lu, Li Guo

Pages: 4940 - 4949

12) Three-Way Decisions With Pythagorean Fuzzy TOPSIS for Internet of Drones

Author(s): Jiajia Zhou, Yian Zhu, Lian Li

Pages: 4950 - 4960

13) Hierarchical Sequential Three-Way Multiattribute Decision-Making Method Based on Regret Theory in Multiscale Fuzzy Decision Systems

Author(s): Jin Qian, Yuehua Lu, Ying Yu, Jie Zhou, Duoqian Miao

Pages: 4961 - 4975

14) Fuzziness-Based Three-Way Decision With Neighborhood Rough Sets Under the Framework of Shadowed Sets

Author(s): Jie Yang, Xiaoqi Wang, Guoyin Wang, Qinghua Zhang, Nenggan Zheng, Di Wu

Pages: 4976 - 4988

15) A Novel Group Three-Way Decision Method Integrating Regret Theory and Consensus Reaching Process for Decision-Making Problems With Interval-Valued Uncertain Information

Author(s): Xiao-Hong Pan, Shi-Fan He, Ying-Ming Wang

Pages: 4989 - 5004

16) ViolinBot: A Framework for Imitation Learning of Violin Bowing Using Fuzzy Logic and PCA

Author(s): Cong Jin, Xiaoyu Liu, YuFei Zhao, Yonggui Zhu, Jie Wang, Hesheng Wang

Pages: 5005 - 5017

17) Graph Classification Method Based on Fuzzy Entropy Causality in a Network Formal Context

Author(s): Min Fan, Huan Li

Pages: 5018 - 5032

18) Intuitionistic Fuzzy MADM in Wargame Leveraging With Deep Reinforcement Learning

Author(s): Yuxiang Sun, Yuanbai Li, Huaxiong Li, Jiubing Liu, Xianzhong Zhou

Pages: 5033 - 5045

19) Fuzzy Multimodal Graph Reasoning for Human-Centric Instructional Video Grounding

Author(s): Yujie Li, Xun Jiang, Xing Xu, Huimin Lu, Heng Tao Shen

Pages: 5046 - 5059

20) Systematic Feature Selection Based on Three-Level Improvements of Fuzzy Dominance Three-Way Neighborhood Rough Sets

Author(s): Xianyong Zhang, Benwei Chen, Duoqian Miao

Pages: 5060 - 5072

21) A New Neurodynamics-Based Model for Fuzzy Convex Optimization Problems With Fuzzy Coefficients and General Constraints

Author(s): Jiqiang Chen, Litao Ma, Witold Pedrycz, Xu Wang

Pages: 5073 - 5085

22) Twin Fuzzy Networks With Interpolation Consistency Regularization for Weakly Supervised Anomaly Detection

Author(s): Zhi Cao, Ye Shi, Yu-Cheng Chang, Xin Yao, Chin-Teng Lin

Pages: 5086 - 5097

23) A Design of Fuzzy Rule-Based Classifier for Multiclass Classification and Its Realization in Horizontal Federated Learning

Author(s): Xingchen Hu, Xiubin Zhu, Lan Yang, Witold Pedrycz, Zhiwu Li

Pages: 5098 - 5108

24) Employing Iterative Feature Selection in Fuzzy Rule-Based Binary Classification

Author(s): Haoning Li, Cong Wang, Qinghua Huang

Pages: 5109 - 5121

25) Heterogeneous Group Consensus Method With Three-Way Decisions Based on Fuzzy Social Networks and Manipulation Behaviors Under Multiscale Information Systems

Author(s): Yibin Xiao, Jianming Zhan, Zeshui Xu, Luis Martínez

Pages: 5122 - 5135

26) Multilabel Feature Selection Based on Fuzzy Mutual Information and Orthogonal Regression

Author(s): Jianhua Dai, Qi Liu, Wenxiang Chen, Chucai Zhang

Pages: 5136 - 5148

27) DMET-Based Double Asynchronous Dissipative Control of Fuzzy Semi-Markov Jump Systems With Redundant Channels

Author(s): Meng-Jie Hu, Ju Hyun Park, Yan-Wu Wang, Jun Cheng, Xiao-Kang Liu

Pages: 5149 - 5162

28) Constructing Interpretable Belief Rule Bases Using a Model-Agnostic Statistical Approach

Author(s): Chao Sun, Yinghui Wang, Tao Yan, Jinlong Yang, Liangyi Huang

Pages: 5163 - 5175

29) Practical Adaptive Backstepping Control for Performance and State Constrained Systems of Cable-Driven Manipulators

Author(s): Yuanlong Xie, Hu Li, Shuting Wang, Shiqi Zheng, Peng Shi

Pages: 5176 - 5188

30) An Interactive Approach for Intuitionistic Fuzzy Data Envelopment Analysis

Author(s): Qingping Gao, Yu Lin, Yu Luo, Xuewen Xu

Pages: 5189 - 5200

31) Multilayer Fuzzy Supremum Approximation to Discrete-Time Synchronization

Author(s): Tianrun Liu, Yang-Yang Chen, Guanghui Wen

Pages: 5201 - 5213

32) Observer-Based Quantized Guaranteed Cost Control of Fuzzy Networked Control Systems With Unreliable Links and Its Applications

Author(s): Qunxian Zheng, Shengyuan Xu, Huaicheng Yan

Pages: 5214 - 5225

33) Flexible Preassigned Finite-Time Fuzzy Bipartite Consensus Control for Nonlinear MASs With Dead-Zone Inputs and Actuator Faults

Author(s): Lei Wan, Huaguang Zhang, Jiayue Sun, Xiaohui Yue, Xiangpeng Xie

Pages: 5226 - 5236

34) Relaxed TS Fuzzy Model Transformation to Improve the Approximation Accuracy/Complexity Tradeoff and Relax the Computation Complexity

Author(s): Péter Baranyi

Pages: 5237 - 5247

35) Optimized Backstepping Attitude Containment Control for Multiple Spacecrafts

Author(s): Sijia Fan, Tong Wang, Chenhui Qin, Jianbin Qiu, Min Li

Pages: 5248 - 5258

36) Fuzzy Neural Network for Representation Learning on Uncertain Graphs

Author(s): Yue-Na Lin, Hai-Chun Cai, Chun-Yang Zhang, Hong-Yu Yao, C. L. Philip Chen

Pages: 5259 - 5271

37) Observer-Based Adaptive Event-Triggered Control for Nonlinear Networked Systems Under Multiple Cyber Attacks

Author(s): Yu Shan, Xiangpeng Xie, Jiayue Sun, Ju H. Park

Pages: 5272 - 5284

38) Fuzzy-Based Sampled-Data Synchronization of the Hindmarsh–Rose Neuronal Model

Author(s): Sasikala Subramaniam, Chee Peng Lim, Prakash Mani

Pages: 5285 - 5295

39) Asynchronous Filtering for Fuzzy Sampled-Data Systems Subject to Censored Measurements and Nonuniform Sampling

Author(s): Jun Cheng, Qiongwen Zhang, Dan Zhang, Huaicheng Yan, Wenhai Qi

Pages: 5296 - 5306

40) Relaxed Stabilization of Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Semi-Markov Jump Systems With DoS Attacks: A Homogeneous Polynomial Approach

Author(s): Shiyao Pan, Xiangpeng Xie, Xiaoming Wu

Pages: 5307 - 5319

41) Cascaded Two-Stage Feature Clustering and Selection via Separability and Consistency in Fuzzy Decision Systems

Author(s): Yuepeng Chen, Weiping Ding, Hengrong Ju, Jiashuang Huang, Tao Yin

Pages: 5320 - 5333

42) Pseudolabel Enhanced Multiview Deep Concept Factorization Fuzzy Clustering

Author(s): Zhuangzhuang Zhao, Hongtan Yang, Zhaohong Deng, Wei Zhang, Chenxi Luo, Guanjin Wang, Yuxi Ge, Shudong Hu

Pages: 5334 - 5347

43) Bell-Shaped Fuzzy Least Square Twin SVM With Biomedical Applications

Author(s): Anuradha Kumari, M. Tanveer, Chin-Teng Lin, the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative

Pages: 5348 - 5358

44) Fuzzy Clustering From Subset-Clustering to Fullset-Membership

Author(s): Huimin Chen, Yu Duan, Feiping Nie, Rong Wang, Xuelong Li

Pages: 5359 - 5370

45) Zero-Sum-Game-Based Distributed Fuzzy Adaptive Self-Triggered Control of Swarm UAVs Under Intermittent Communication and DoS Attacks

Author(s): Ying Wu, Mou Chen, Mohammed Chadli

Pages: 5371 - 5384

46) Self-Organizing Hybrid Fuzzy Polynomial Neural Network Classifier Driven Through Dynamically Adaptive Structure and Compound Regularization Technique

Author(s): Zhen Wang, Sung-Kwun Oh, Zunwei Fu, Witold Pedrycz, Seok-Beom Roh, Jin Hee Yoon

Pages: 5385 - 5399

[vipinmishra]

Understanding the Global Drip Irrigation Market Landscape

Growing focus on large-scale farming practices and technological advancements in irrigation systems is expected to drive the Global Drip Irrigation Market growth in the forecast period, 2024-2028.

According to TechSci Research report, “Drip Irrigation Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2028”, the Global Drip Irrigation Market stood at USD 4.97 Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of 8.67% in the forecast period, 2024-2028. The Global Drip Irrigation Market is driven by several key factors. The increasing global focus on water conservation is significantly promoting the adoption of efficient irrigation techniques. The growing demand for food due to rising population and urbanization is escalating the need for high crop yields, further bolstering the drip irrigation market.

Moreover, government initiatives and subsidies to promote sustainable farming practices also play a crucial role. Advancements in technology and the development of cost-effective drip irrigation systems have made this method more accessible to small-scale farmers, contributing to the market growth.

The global drip irrigation market is currently experiencing a strong and steady growth trajectory. This growth is primarily driven by the urgent need for smart agricultural practices in response to the escalating challenges posed by rising water scarcity around the world. As water resources become increasingly limited, the demand for innovative irrigation solutions has never been greater. Drip irrigation systems, with their efficient water usage and minimized wastage, have emerged as a viable solution that not only enhances water efficiency but also maximizes crop yields.

By delivering water directly to the roots of plants, drip irrigation ensures that every drop counts, reducing water loss and optimizing nutrient absorption. This not only benefits farmers in terms of cost savings and increased productivity but also has a positive impact on the environment, by conserving water resources and minimizing soil erosion.

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The compelling benefits of drip irrigation have not only gained traction among farmers but have also garnered support from governments and environmental agencies. Recognizing the importance of sustainable farming practices, these stakeholders are actively promoting the adoption of drip irrigation systems through various initiatives and incentives. In fact, many countries have introduced subsidies and financial assistance programs to encourage farmers to invest in drip irrigation technology.

Furthermore, the market expansion of the drip irrigation industry is fueled by continuous advancements in irrigation technology. Manufacturers are constantly pushing the boundaries of efficiency and effectiveness, developing new products and systems that further enhance water-saving capabilities and ease of use. From precision control systems to remote monitoring and automation, these technological advancements are revolutionizing the way irrigation is done, enabling farmers to have better control over their water usage and optimize their crop production.

Moreover, there is a growing awareness of the long-term environmental and economic benefits of sustainable farming practices. Consumers are increasingly demanding food produced in an environmentally responsible manner, and governments are recognizing the need for resilient and efficient agricultural systems. This heightened awareness has been a driving force behind the increasing demand for drip irrigation systems, as they offer a practical solution for farmers to meet these sustainability goals.

With all these factors at play, the global drip irrigation market is well-positioned for significant growth. It stands poised to make a positive and transformative impact on the agricultural sector, ensuring a more sustainable and efficient future for farming practices worldwide. As the world grapples with the challenges of water scarcity and climate change, drip irrigation will continue to play a crucial role in securing food production and achieving global food security goals.

The Global Drip Irrigation Market is segmented into component, crop type, emitter type, application, end user, regional distribution, and company.

Based on end user, the Agricultural sector is playing a dominant role in the global Drip Irrigation Market. This is primarily attributed to the increased adoption of water-saving and yield-enhancing technologies by farmers worldwide. With a focus on sustainable farming practices, the agricultural industry recognizes the importance of efficient irrigation systems in addressing the challenges posed by water scarcity and the need to meet the rising demand for food due to a rapidly growing global population.

As farmers strive to optimize their crop yields while conserving valuable water resources, the demand for drip irrigation systems continues to surge. These systems not only ensure precise water delivery to plant roots but also minimize water wastage through evaporation or runoff. By providing a steady supply of water directly to the root zone, drip irrigation promotes healthier plant growth, higher crop yields, and reduced water consumption.

Moreover, the ongoing advancements in drip irrigation technology further contribute to its widespread adoption. The introduction of smart irrigation controllers, soil moisture sensors, and remote monitoring systems enables farmers to monitor and manage their irrigation systems more efficiently. This data-driven approach empowers farmers to make informed decisions regarding irrigation scheduling, ensuring optimal water usage and maximizing the overall efficiency of their agricultural operations.

Looking ahead, the global drip irrigation market is poised for continued growth, driven by the increasing realization of the benefits it offers in terms of water conservation, crop productivity, and sustainable farming practices. As the world faces mounting challenges related to water scarcity and food security, the adoption of efficient irrigation systems like drip irrigation will play a crucial role in ensuring a sustainable and resilient agricultural future.

Based on region, Asia Pacific region is undergoing a rapid transition from basic irrigation facilities to precision irrigation systems. The market in the region is being driven by the growing adoption of micro-irrigation systems, technological advancements in the agriculture industry, and increased awareness of modern farming technology and irrigation systems. Additionally, the Asia-Pacific market is benefiting from factors such as population growth, particularly in India and China, the demand for increased food production, improved crop productivity, and government initiatives towards sustainable development goals.

In the Chinese Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, as well as the provinces of Gansu and Hebei, more than 60% of irrigation relies on groundwater. Over the last three to four decades, the depletion of groundwater has significantly lowered groundwater levels, presenting an opportunity for a shift towards effective irrigation techniques like drip irrigation. This factor is expected to drive the expansion of the irrigation systems market.

According to the National Bureau of Statistics of China, in 2020, over 0.43 million hectares of farmland in the country were equipped with irrigation systems. An additional 1.60 million hectares of farmland were equipped with water-saving irrigation systems, further boosting the market. Therefore, the increasing emphasis on farm mechanization and the government's efforts to expand irrigation coverage are anticipated to drive the sales of agriculture systems and fuel market growth in the region during the forecast period.

Major companies operating in Global Drip Irrigation Market are:

The Toro Company

Netafim Limited

Rain Bird Corporation

Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd.

Lindsay Corporation

Chinadrip Irrigation Equipment Co. Ltd.

Elgo Irrigation Ltd.

Shanghai Huawei Water Saving Irrigation Corp.

Antelco Pty Ltd.

EPC Industries (Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.)

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“The future of the global drip irrigation market appears exceptionally promising, with a robust growth trajectory projected in the coming years. This growth is primarily driven by several factors that contribute to the increasing demand for efficient irrigation systems. Firstly, the global issue of water scarcity has become more critical than ever, prompting the need for sustainable water management practices. Drip irrigation systems, with their precise and targeted water delivery, offer a viable solution to optimize water usage, reducing wastage and ensuring maximum efficiency. Furthermore, the growing awareness about the importance of water conservation has further fueled the adoption of drip irrigation systems. Governments and organizations worldwide are actively promoting the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices, with drip irrigation being recognized as a key component.

This trend is particularly evident in areas with water scarcity and arid climates, where farmers are increasingly embracing drip irrigation to overcome the challenges posed by limited water resources. Moreover, advancements in technology are revolutionizing the efficiency and effectiveness of drip irrigation systems. Innovations such as automated control systems, remote monitoring, and precision sensors are enhancing the precision and reliability of water delivery, resulting in optimal plant growth and higher crop yields. These technological advancements not only improve the overall performance of drip irrigation systems but also contribute to the ease of use and maintenance, making them more accessible to a wider range of users.

Considering these factors, the global drip irrigation market is poised for substantial growth in the foreseeable future. As the world continues to face water scarcity and the need for sustainable agricultural practices intensifies, the demand for advanced irrigation systems like drip irrigation will continue to rise. This positive trend is expected to drive innovation, further improve system efficiency, and create new opportunities in the global drip irrigation market.,” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director with TechSci Research, a research-based management consulting firm.

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[fishsfailureson]

Ok so it's 2025 now so here's the final stats:

3 pages- just at the start of the first one

1152 words

6099 characters

4989 characters excluding spaces

Still not done yet but I am close.

How far do you think I can get with this draft of a short story before 2025 lmao (it's less than an hour away for me)

[zuttomo-gummi]

They adopted band cell as their son and I cant stop smiling~ 🤗

(Poor boy is so embarrassed of his family 😂)

[yisanged]

wednesday was my one month anniversary for starting orv

[spokspsps]

so im on page 4989 of orv its been 9 days and i am finally understanding every piece of art on the goddamn orv tag and im going to cry

[thejim07]

Lucius Verus

Hi everyone!

Lucius Verus (born Lucius Ceionius Commodus; 130 – 169 AD) was the co-emperor of Rome with his adoptive brother Marcus Aurelius from 161 until his own death in 169. He was a member of the Nerva-Antonine dynasty. Verus' succession together with Marcus Aurelius marked the first time that the Roman Empire was ruled by multiple emperors, an increasingly common occurrence in the later history of the Empire. This statue, made between 160 and 170 AD, is currently kept at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, Italy.

I made this statue from a free 3D model I found on the Internet. I reduced significantly the number of faces, built an UV map, normal map and textures.

Happy Simming!

Jim

Polygon Counts: Object: High/Medium/Low Statue: 9979/4989/2495 Additional Credits: https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-lucius-verus-94748 Blender, TSRW, S4S. 

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[shiny-armin]

Chapter 28 of CAW is out Today! It has a lovely cover of AE3803 and it's title is iPS Part 1. Awesome I was a little worried it would be just a special for celebrating the movie/S2. But it's really legit back!

I KNOOOOOOOOOW! I’m so happy jeez we’ve waited too long for this! Also, there are some available pages of the new spinoff about neutrophils, but tumblr won’t let me add the twitter link on this post so if you dm me I can send u the link! (if you don’t want it’s totally fine, we’ll work out some other way)

Looks like the gang has to take a band cell rookie under their wing, which means 4989 is no longer local baby lmao. I’m so eager to see more of them! But I can’t believe they’ve backballed 2001 poor gramps. 

I heard somewhere the new CAW chapter talks about the eye! :) I’m so curious about it.

Have a nice day!!

[devintrinidad]

You know on Discord it was being discussed how the manga extra pges showing Neutrophils can change their exoskeleton structure and basically turn into slimy blobs (real life they do this to fit into even tighter spaces elsewhere) - 4989 was shown in this state. Then it went into how 3803 would react like if 1146 in blob mode fell on her and she freaked out. Then freaked out more when the blob talked to her. 1146 would be too embarrassed to change back and 3803 would try to make him feel better.

Heheheh, they should totally animate those extra pages. (Although, I think it was the mangaka wanting to showcase how neutrophils actually looked like for educational purposes). But now I’m imagining 3803 holding blobby 1146 to her chest and cooing words of encouragement and how he looks insane adorable.

(Blobby 1146 does not blush, but 3803 can definitely feel him warm up in her arms). 

[spideyy-girl]

Hope ~ Peter Parker (Pt. I)

Summary: Thanos won. Peter is gone, as well as half the universe, and Y/N is left all alone. What is she going to do without the ones she loves?

Fandom: MCU

Warnings: ANGST! This is literally all sadness so sorry about that.

Word Count: 4989 (13.8 pages)

A/N: So this is the FIRST part of TWO OR THREE! If you wanna be tagged in the next few please let me know! Also, tell me what you think?

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Y/N's head rests on the shoulder of her best friend of too many years to count, Peter Parker. Currently, their class were on a bus on their way to a school field trip to the Museum of Modern Art, and neither Peter nor Y/N had gotten a lot of sleep last night. It was a particularly interesting evening while Peter was on patrol last night, and he, of course, got hurt while trying to stop a gang of armed robbers at a jewellery store. It wasn't unusual for Spiderman to appear at the girl's window, asking for a quick checkup after a more serious fight, and the "checkup" that night was definitely not short or easy.

So they lay there, Peter's head rests in his folded arms, which were placed atop of the seat in front of him while Y/N's head lay on his shoulderblade, sleeping soundly on the shaking bus. Or at least they were.

Peter felt an overwhelming feeling spread across his body, all his senses enhanced to 11 as the hairs on his arms and the back of his neck raised, opting the boy to open his eyes quickly, and looking out the window for the potential danger, and it wasn't all that hard to find it. There, just a few miles away, was a giant flying donut-looking spaceship thing floating over New York City, debris being flung around it as if light as paper. He quickly shot up, knocking over Y/N's head that was previously quite comfortably cuddled into his shoulder, causing her to groan and slowly open her Y/C/E eyes, looking at Peter and silently asking what the hell his problem was. She quickly understood the situation when she looked past him out of the window, eyes going wide as a little gasp escaped her lips.

Peter's hand extended out to pat Ned's face, he's another person they've been close to for a long time. Ned took out his earbuds and turned around to ask Peter what was wrong before also making eye contact with the spaceship, quickly reading the energy. 

"I need you to cause a distraction," Peter whispered to him, but before he could even finish his sentence Ned was standing up, running down the aisle of the bus screaming "We're all gonna die!". All the other students gathered on one side of the bus, looking out the window to try and get a better look at the scene in front of them. Y/N grabs Peter's arm, forcing him to look up at her.

"You're not going out there," she whispers, making sure none of their classmates heard her. "Peter, I swear to God, you better not go out there, I swear-"

"Y/N, hey, relax," he said, looking into her eyes and mapping out her face, trying to remember every detail. "I'll be fine. I swear."

"No!" She exclaimed, before looking back at the students, seeing if any of them were paying attention, but they all still seemed to be too enthralled with the flying metal donut. She looked back at her best friend, her world. "Peter, I can't... I can't risk you, please." The look in her eyes was sincere, she was scared, a rare thing to see come across her face. Peter let out a sigh, looking back at his city before turning back to her.

"Y/N, you know I have to. I'd stay here with you if I could-"

"But you can!" She screamed back.

"No I can't," he says, lowering his voice. He closed his brown eyes, scrunching them up. "I just, I can't. Please, you gotta understand, love. I can't just leave it. When you have ability's like mine and the bad stuff happens, it-"

"It happens because of you," she finished quietly. He'd said it before, he always does before going off on one of his crazy missions or whatever. She still didn't make any sense of it, she never understood his point, but she loved him too much to think too much about it. Hot tears ran down her flushed cheeks, but she hadn't realized she started crying until she felt Peter's soft palm come into contact with her jaw, the pad of his thumb gently wiping off the stray tears. She leaned into his warm touch, closing her eyes and letting a few more tears fall down as her hand went up to hold his hand against her. After a few seconds, she sighed, opening her now red eyes and looking at the threat.

"I'll be fine, I'll come back," he says, offering her a smile, moving his thumb across her cheek again. "You know I'll always come back." She smiled back, a bittersweet laugh passing through her lips, although it turned into a sob. 

"You better come back soon, we still have dinner and a movie tonight." She said. Ever since they were little, one would go over to the other's apartment and have dinner together and watch a movie, usually Star Wars. Peter laughed, shaking his head.

"You know I wouldn't miss it for the world," he says. They smile at each other, not knowing it would be their last moments for a very long time. Y/N leaned forward and placed a kiss on his forehead, leaning her head against his. The action was friendly, as much as Y/N wished it meant more.

"Go get 'em, tiger," she whispered, her old nickname for him making the two smile. Peter grabbed his suit, pulling the mask over his face before jumping out the window. Y/N watched as the web-slinging teenager disappeared into the distance, looking for his mentor and any way to help, and she missed him already.

It had been a good few hours since Y/N last saw Peter, and her nerves were starting to rise. The field trip to MoMA was cancelled due to New York being attacked by aliens. Y/N's parents picked Y/N up from her school and drove back to the apartment. Y/N was thankful that she didn't run into May while heading home. As much as she loved the woman and how much she's done for her, Y/N didn't think she could stand telling her that her nephew had gone off to fight the aliens. 

Y/N sat on the old couch, intently watching the news, hoping they would spot any sign of Spiderman or Iron Man for that fact, but it seemed that they had gone when the spaceship had. She could only pray Peter wasn't stupid enough to go on that thing, but knowing him, those chances were slim to none. As each minute passed, Y/N became more and more worried that Peter, in fact, wouldn't come home.

But she trusted Peter. He would never lie to her, and he definitely would never break a promise. At least she hoped he wouldn't. 

"Y/N, honey," her mother called from the kitchen in the next room. "Is Peter still coming for dinner tonight? Should I order some extra pizza for you two?" The question made her freeze. Would Peter still come tonight? She knew the odds were slim, but Y/N was a girl who was powered by hope. 

"Yeah mom," she replied. "And remember, Peter likes extra cheese." Y/N's mom laughed at her daughter's comment. 

"I'd think I'd know that after doing this every other week for the past 10 years or so hun," she smiled at her before dialling the phone and ordering the pizza. Y/N sighed and turned her head back in the direction of the TV. It was getting dark outside, and she couldn't help but worry, thinking about what might've happened to Peter. She looked at the screen, staring at it, trying to read all the headlines at once. As much as she didn't want to admit it, she knew he wouldn't make it, not today.

"You know what, mom? I think we should just order for us, I don't think Peter can make it tonight." She turned from the fluorescent screen to look at her mother, but she was gone. Y/N scrunched her eyebrows together in confusion, looking at the phone which sat on the island in the kitchen. Y/N walked over and picked it up, it seemed as if her mother hadn't even hung up. "Mom? Where'd you go?" She asked, raising her voice, maybe she had just wandered into another room, but there was no response. "Mom? MOM!" she started to run towards the hallway before slipping on something. She looked down and picked up the black dust from the floor, a pile sitting where she had previously seen her mother last. Before she could look more into what the substance she heard a crash from outside the window. Her head shot up, eyes wide and tears starting to form in her eyes as she ran towards her window, and what she saw outside would be scarred into her mind forever.

Everywhere she looked she saw people screaming. The sky filled with smoke and dust, cars were running into each other left and right, into poles, into other people. But there was no one in these cars. And as she looked upon the pedestrians, she saw them dissolving into dust, similar to the pile on her kitchen floor.

'Breaking News from New York City,' the news anchor announced from the television, causing Y/N to rip her eyes away from the street below her and to the TV, sobs raking through her body. 'Terror is taking over the country as many people seem to be vanishing, turning into dust and-' but as he was talking, screaming was heard from a different part of the studio, crew members screaming each other's names. The newsman lifted his arm, or what was his arm, fear taking over his face. He looked around as if searching for answers. Y/N watched in horror, her body shaking intensely as she sat down and curled herself into a ball, her breathing going heavy as she feels her heart beating faster than it ever has before, about to explode from the confinement in her ribs. It wasn't the first time Y/N has had a panic attack, but it was the first time she didn't have anyone there to help her calm down. In fact, it seemed as if she didn't have anyone at all. And she sat there, crying for what felt like hours on end.

~~~~~~~~~~

It had only been a few weeks, not that Y/N was keeping track of the days that had passed by, since what was now called the Decimation. For all she knew it could've been months, years since she didn't bother going out or doing anything all that productive. Y/N had only left her apartment once, and that was to stock up on food for the next couple of weeks a few days after everything and everyone was taken from her. Everything was shut down, so grocery stores we're basically a big help yourself.

Y/N hadn't slept more than a minute in the past week or so; every time she closed her eyes, she saw her mom disappearing, hearing the crashing of cars and screaming of people out her window, the dust of those who had vanished polluting the air. She laid in her bed for hours, sometimes days on end. She never took care of herself, eating only a couple of times a week, not bothering to shower pretty much at all, it's not like there was anyone there for her anyway.

After she had seen what was happening on the street below her window and watching the tv guy dissolve before her eyes and millions of others, she called everyone she knew, Ned, MJ, even May, but no one ever replied. And when she went knocking at their doors, no one ever answered. So there she was, alone. 

Y/N pried her eyes open, the hazy sunlight shining through her window. She laid under the covers in her bed, curled in a ball with her knees pulled into her chest as she laid on her side. She finally extended out her hand, gently picking up her phone to check the time. When she pressed the power button, she instantly regretted turning it on. Displayed on the screen was a picture of herself and Peter, taken on the night of homecoming sophomore year. The two of you had the biggest of smiles on your face, your beautiful red dress that hugged at your waist and flowed out down to just above your knees matched Peter's rose on his chest and his tie. Of course, later Peter had run off to stop the Vulture, but Y/N didn't mind, and helped Ned as the "guys in the chair". 

Y/N once again felt tears starting to well up in her eyes. She scrunched up her eyes as she tried to fight them off,  but the salty droplets fell from her once bright eyes and down her paling cheeks. But her moment was quickly put to a halt when she heard someone knocking at her door. Y/N threw the covers off of her and sat up in her bed, her body going rigid. She was scared to answer the door, but then again only her closest friend knew where she lived. She was going to leave it, deciding it was probably someone who was doing some sort of post-snap census, which had been happening for a few days. But the person on the other side of the door knocked again, this time more persistently. She groaned, wiping the tears from her dry cheeks and walking over towards the apartment door, looking through the peephole. Her eyes went wide when she saw who was outside and flung open the door, mouth agape as she stared at him.

"M-Mr. Stark?" she whispered. He looked different, if she was being honest he looked dead, defeated. He offered her a small smile, but it wasn't genuine, it was one of pity.

"Hey, kid," he said, also quietly. Tony had met Y/N before, Peter had brought her to the compound a few times and he had always enjoyed her company whenever she came. But this girl standing in front of him was not Y/N. It's not like Tony had known her too well, but he knew her well enough to know that she didn't have eyes so bloodshot she looked like a drug addict, hair pulled into a bun that had obviously been left there for days, the grease almost leaking through the hair tie, and the abundant tears stains that covered her cheeks. "I guess it's been a while, huh?" he attempted to make a joke, but she just gave a small nod and looked out of the hallway.

"Is he with you?" she asked, looking up and down the hallway again. "Did you see him, was he with you when the spaceship was here? Is he okay? Peter?!" words flowed from her mouth like vomit, only making Tony's job coming here harder. Watching her call out for Peter broke his heart almost as much as watching the same boy disappearing in his arms.

"Y/N, hey, you need to calm down, okay? Deep breaths," he said, grabbing one of her shoulders. Seeing the panic in her eyes reminded him of himself, suffering from PTSD. She shook her head, grabbing at her hair and tugging it, ripping out strands without noticing.

"No, no. I need to see him. Where is he? Where's Peter?" she kept asking, tears now falling at an increasingly rapid pace. Tony couldn't help his own tears surfacing as he held the girl, feeling her breaking under his palms. "Please. I need him. I need him, please." Her voice so quiet that it mixed with the fan going in the distance. Tony watched as her head fell, sobs shaking her small form. He pulled her into a hug, he knew that they both needed it.

"I'm so sorry," he whispered into her ear. He felt her shake her head against him as if saying "please don't say it." "We tried everything we could but-- but he's-- he's gone, Y/N. I'm sorry." Her body went slack on his as she fell, but Tony was quick to catch her. And then she screamed, and it was the most heart-wrenching sound Tony had ever heard, and just hearing her wail made the tears trapped in his eyes release. He sat kneeled on the hallway floor, holding the broken girl in his arms, stroking her hair and whispering "I'm sorry," over and over, hoping that it would help. But it didn't. At this point nothing did.

After Y/N had calmed down, her bawling turned into the occasional sniffle, Tony put his arm around her under her armpit and helped her up. He noticed that she seemed too weak to even hold her own body weight, although he guessed she must be at least three pounds lighter just by the amount of crying she had done only minutes ago. He carried her inside, pushing the door she had left open a little wider so the two of them could fit and plopped her down in the living room. Her small apartment was very similar to Peter's, probably because he lived just down the hall, just as he almost always had. As he set her down, he handed her a blanket to cuddle into to console herself while he wandered into the kitchen for a snack for both of them.

"T-t-there's some f-f-Froot Loops... u-u-up in the cupboard." Y/N's small voice spoke out, reaching a small shaking hand to point to the cabinet she was talking about. He took out some small bowls and poured the cereal and milk into them, putting in little spoons and carrying them over. He sat on the other side of the couch, Y/N offered her blanket to share with Tony, but he politely declined. They both munched on their cereal silently, watching the quietly playing news broadcast. The news anchor had been replaced by a new woman, how always had her black hair tied up in a tight bun and glossy red lips.

"Your mom and dad here?" Tony asked. Y/N kept herself from shuttering, shaking her head before clearing her throat, her voice coming our quiet and raspy.

"My dad left us a while ago," she spoke quietly. "And my mom... well my mom disappeared, just like the rest of them." Her voice shook as she tried to keep herself from crying again. She didn't want to make Mr. Stark feel the need to deal with her sorrow, even though she appreciated it none the less. Tony looked at her with pity in his eyes and looked down back into the colourful milk, nodding. 

"You tried getting in contact with any of your other friends? Have you heard from any of them?" He asked cautiously, he probably could've guessed the answer. She shook her head no. "So you've just been living here, alone?" She nodded. Tony sighed, reaching over and giving her a pat on the knee. Y/N hated pity, it was something she experienced from others all too much, but for some reason, she felt safe with Mr. Stark. She looked up and smiled at him, or at least she tried to. Tony offered her one back. "Listen, I want you to know that the compound is always open, and you can come and stay whenever you want for however long you want," Tony said. "The Avengers miss you, ya know. It's been a while since you've been over."

Y/N let out a laugh, but he didn't believe it. "I only went with Peter. It would be sorta weird if I just showed up by myself I didn't want you guys thinking anything lesser of me." Tony scoffed at her statement, flicking his hand jokingly.

"Nonsense. You're family now, just like Peter is." He assured her. The mention of his name brought a frown back onto her face, she looked down.

"Was." She mumbled, pushing a piece of hair behind her ear. Tony shook his head.

"Is," he said confidently. Y/N lifted her head and look at him through her perpendicular vision. "We're gonna get him back, we're gonna get all of them back. I promise." He placed a steady hand on her shoulder, and she smiled at him. He still had the sense that it wasn't truly genuine, but she was getting there.

"Okay, she said, turning more towards him. "Thank you, Mr. Stark." He smiled at her shaking his head again.

"Please, call me Tony, Y/N. After all, I feel as if you might as well get on a first name basis with all of us since I have a feeling that you'll be seeing us more often." Y/N let out a small laugh, smiling a little and nodding her head. She paused to think about it before nodding again and looking back at him.

"Maybe I will  take you up on your offer, Tony." She said, a shine in her eyes. And all at once that feeling of hope was coming back to her, running through her veins and filling her heart. They were gonna get him back.

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​The drive upstate took a few hours, as it always did, but time felt slower this time. Maybe because Peter wasn't in the car with you, making jokes and singing too loudly to old pop hits from the early 2000s, annoying Happy until he turned off the radio and shut the window between him and the two of you. The music played quietly in the very expensive looking Audi, Tony tapping his foot to the beat of old rock while Y/N gazed out the window. The world really is a different place after the Decimation. It looked like an apocalypse had happened, like the crazy stuff in those far-from realistic zombie movies you would see on Netflix.

As the Audi rolled into the long driveway that leads to the compound, memories start to wash over Y/N. She remembers the first time she came here, a few weeks after she found out he was Spiderman, Peter brought her up one day to finally meet her all-time idol, who happens to be seated next to her at the present moment. She remembered crying when THE Tony Stark gave her a hug and crying even more when she met the rest of the crew. She remembered her first sleepover here with Peter when the Avengers were out on a mission, which was too dangerous for Peter to come along (much to his disappointment). She had been here a few times in the past few years, but every time she walks into the building and sees the world-famous superheroes, she can't help but lose her breath.

"Shall we greet the others?" Tony asks. Y/N wiped a tear that somehow slipped from her lashes and nodded. Tony guided her to the large conference room, where the remaining Avengers and some other recruits she didn't recognize were gathered, discussing plans on how to undo what happened. "Hey guys, brought a special guest with me. Some of you know her already."

Tony's voice gained everyone in the rooms attention. Y/N tried to give a small smile and waved a little. She didn't really want to talk since she knew her voice would sound like shit. Thor, who had been sitting off to the side with his head down looked up to see the girl. He had always been very fond of her and always liked when the 'Spiderling' brought her over for a movie night. He stood up, a smile adorning his face and walked over to her. Y/N knew that he smiled as she did, that he also suffered a great loss, but so did everyone else in the room.

"Lady Y/N! How good to see you again," Thor says with a smile as he shakes her hand with his two clasped tightly around her much smaller one, unintentionally shaking her whole body. She smiled up at him, saying her own quick hello. Y/N said hi to a few others that she recognized, Tony's wife Pepper, Rhodey, Natasha, Bruce, and Steve. She was also introduced to some new people, including a talking raccoon who goes by the name of Rocket, a blue robot alien who travelled with Tony named Nebula, and a flying glowing warrior woman from space called Captain Marvel. It was a very interesting scene, to say the least. 

Y/N sat with Thor on the bench he was seated at earlier as she watched and listened to the discussion. They seemed angry and hopeless, discussing how they would get the infinity stones back. As they talked, Thor didn't try the make any discussion, just keeping his head down while seated beside the teenage girl, occasionally making small talk with her to defuse the growing awkward energy.

"Wait, sorry to interrupt," Y/N raises her voice for the first time. "But what do you mean the stones are gone. Surely there's got to be a way to track Thanos and find them. Those stones emit massive amounts of energy they have to be somehow traceable and when we find them we can take Thanos down and undo the snap."

"It's not that easy, Lady Y/N," Thor spoke beside her, standing up with her and placing a heavy hand on her shoulder.

"The stones are traceable, of course," Natasha spoke to her. "A few days after the snap there was another blast identical to the one that happened here a few weeks ago after Thanos snapped his fingers. When we went to trace it, we found Thanos, but he destroyed the stones."

"What?" Y/N said, squinting her eyebrows in confusion and closing her eyes, bringing up all the information she had on the stones. "But-but that's impossible! Those stones are the strongest elements in the universe, there's no way even he could destroy them!"

"That's what we thought too," Steve spoke. "But they weren't there, trust me. We're doing everything we can to ry and think of a solution, so why don't you just sit back down, try and relax-"

"You said you know where Thanos is," Y/N cut off the super soldier, to which he rolled his eyes and sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Then go confront him, make him bring them back! There's got to be some way to undo it! What if-"

"Um, who invited the child to speak," Rocket said, yelling at the girl. "This isn't your place to talk princess! This is adult stuff!" Y/N looked the raccoon dead in the eyes, glaring him down as he did the same.

"I'm not a child," she said coldly, making her way towards him slowly. "And I have every right to speak, whenever I want to whoever I want and whatever I want." 

"You don't have any idea what's going on around here!" He said, standing in his chair. "So no, you don't have any right to be talking about this, because you don't understand this! You're a kid!"

"If I didn't understand what was going on, I wouldn't have spoken up!"  She screamed, now right in front of the talking creature. "I've done my research! I know about what happened! And I am going to do whatever it takes to bring everything back!"

"You weren't there! I didn't see you fighting against Thanos and his army!" Rocket yells back as the girl. "Unless you were out there doing something, I have no respect for you or what you say!"

"I didn't have to be there to go through what any of you did! I lost people too!" She yelled back, the two were standing so close that the yelling exchange made them almost deaf. "And I sure as hell don't need your respect! You're a talking animal for fuck's sake!"

"Enough!" Thor spoke, his voice booming as everyone turned their head towards him. Thor walked towards Y/N, spinning her around and placing his hands on her shoulders. "Thanos is dead. I killed him. There's no other way." Y/N's red face softened, her eyes going wide as her breath got caught in her throat. Y/N felt like she should have been happy at hearing that, she should have felt safe, knowing that justice was done to the man who had caused pain and suffering to not only herself but billions of others. But she felt a weight at the pit of her stomach, something that made her feel sick, telling her that this wasn't the time to feel relief.

"No," she whispered, shaking her head and backing away from the god. "No, no, no, that can't be true. He can't be dead he's like invincible," her voice grew louder with every syllable that left her chapped lips until she was turned around and yelling, Thor having to hold her back. "This can't be it! This can't be the end! There has to be some other way, please!" She fell to her knees and started to cry again. Tony pushed his way through the people, going to the girl and trying to calm her down the way he had just a few hours before.

"Y/N, I'm so sorry," he whispered, bringing her into a hug, hoping it would comfort her from the truth. "I'm sorry but this is it."

And all at once, he was gone again. All of that hope, that filled her lungs and rushed through her veins, disappeared just as fast as that half the universe.

READ PART 2 OF HOPE HERE

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u1146: wait wait when did they get so close???

Yes. WELL, I mean considering after ch 27 that u4989 also really respects/loves u1146, i doubt 4989 would try to pursue anything with her romantically~ 

BUT ITS NICE TO THINK they are really close friends. 

Or yknow what, ship them if you like /winks; you do you~

THANK You aaaaa; I’m so glad it makes you happy !!! !! ^Q^ I will stan them for the time I am here in hatasai /bows

YESy eyes yes yes, /headbang nods; I think she’d be quite famous among the neutrophils for being friends with u1146~ Im super happy 4989 finally got his moment in the beginning pages fufu. ^q^!!!!!)

I hope there will be more shenanigans and fun things. /prayer hands