#salty i.n lol

[rachaskz]

THREAD:

SKZ I.N being an AQUARIUS 🌬

[kpopmakesmequestionmylifechoices]

Kingdom Round 3, pt. 2: How to discourage idols and kill versatility in K-pop - a guide by "experts".

As in my last post I'll talk about my thoughts on the performances, but mostly I'll question the freaking ranking because wth those experts should really reveal themselves at this point (I'm salty). Anyways, let's get into it.

1. A small "disappointment" and two big surprises.

ATEEZ: Oh guys the beginning made me emotional because it reminded me hardcore of Block B Very Good hahaha. Generally I must say, ATEEZ rearrangements are always good. It just sounded very ATEEZ-ish, and that's cool. I personally prefer the original Rhythm Ta over the rearrangement tho. About the performance, I don't have any criticism I think. I personally found that rope scene a bit strange tho, and overall I just wasn't impressed by that stage. Possibly because nothing can top the Symphony Nr.9 for me hahaha.

BTOB: First of all, SKZ X BTOB interactions are peak comedy I loved this so much. Minhyuk fangirling on SKZ back door stage is me tho. And "Kingdom is 15+ right?" Oh man I love those dudes.

About the concept, totally loved it because it was super fun to watch. I was worried beforehand because I couldn't imagine anyone pulling off SKZ' powerful rap. They didn't tho. They did it their own way and I was surprised. The meaning change to a more uh...mature sorta concept was also quite interesting. The moment Eunkwang knocked and opened the door: chefkiss. Those lyrics? Rude but chefkiss. I in general really liked the rearrangement, but in the end it lost its power a bit. Maybe also because I have the original Back Door burned into my brain and the ending just rocks af. But honestly, my brain also was fried by THIS:

[*my edit/gif - I made a full gifset in that style now]

Stray Kids: I must say, I was a bit scared before because anyone having to do a BTOB cover must have absolutely stable vocals. This was the stage I was most concerned about when I heard about the song choices. Without a reason. Because SKZ absolutely killed it. Sure, I.N didn't hit that note as it was planned but let me tell you, it didn't affect my enjoyment of this stage at all. The stage setting? Fantastic. Changbin's rap sounded as if he's in utter pain and despair, Felix added to that with his hyper low tone part which was ABSOLUTELY cool. This was just great, full of feels, and I have NO criticism, bye.

Recap: When thinking about the past 6 performances, I feel that ATEEZ and iKON did the best job with making the others' song their own. In my eyes, SF9 and TBZ both stayed in their comfort zone with their song choices, while BTOB and SKZ took on the extreme challenge to pick songs that are basically the opposite of what they usually do. As I Iove versatility and surprises, SKZ and BTOB have a special place in my heart with those two stages.

Hence, my personal ranking looks as follows:

1. BTOB & SKZ (tied): For me those were the biggest surprises and caused the biggest enjoyment and entertainment for me. If I HAD TO choose a first place, I'd pick BTOB - because Back Door is one of my FAVOURITE songs of all time, and solely evaluating the songs, I heavily prefer Back Door over I'll be your man. Anyways, with that ranking, SKZ jumped from my personal lowest rank in the first round to my personal highest rank.

2. SF9: After seeing SF9's stage last week, I was sure that I'll have them as #1 in today's post. I loved everything about the performance (besides the weird gun dance sry), and I especially loved how they stepped up their game without making the perfomance too huge and too overwhelming. Nevertheless, due to the fact they stayed pretty close to their usual style, I'll rank them 2nd because I was more impressed by the others' style change.

3. iKON / ATEEZ: The performances were good, but to me personally they were absolutely not memorable. It's a matter of taste after all.

4. TBZ: I know, I again rank them last. And again, no I don't hate them. I simply neither am touched by their stages, nor do I understand their plots. So I once again rank them last. I don't find their performances bad tho, because as all groups, they're doing an amazing job. The stages are simply not my cup of tea.

2. Oh you prove that you're a versatile artist? That must be punished!

↑ That's how I imagine the experts' thoughts. Expert ranking was as follows: ATEEZ / TBZ / iKON / SF9 / BTOB / SKZ.

Okay I must say. Which freaking expert would place SKZ last??? I'm not biased in the slightest, if I'm biased then for SF9 and BTOB, but bruh. SKZ last? That's like, ridiculous. Considering the immense challenge SKZ had from switching from their usual style to freaking I'll be your man?

I don't know man, I can't take this ranking seriously. I really wish we'd know what the criteria is...It's a mystery to me how this could happen. Those boys get punished for stepping out of their comfort zone and doing an amazing job? Literally same story with BTOB. Both groups completely stepped outta their comfort zone and that's what they got for it...Well done, experts, well done. This is how you destroy versatility in K-pop, but sure, go on.

Honestly at this point I hope stays and melodies work together to catapult both groups up in the ranking because this is just utter nonsense...

3. Ya all groups, why don't you support your exchange partners :')))))))

↑ This is me hysterically laughing and crying at the same time at the fact that they don't vote for each other. Groups' ranking was as follows: ATEEZ / SF9 / BTOB / iKON / SKZ / TBZ.

Honestly my only explanation for this result is that the groups don't vote for those people they see as their biggest opponents? It's weird man. I personally for example don't understand why the groups which exchange songs don't vote for each other? None of the performances was bad, and I think it's low-key a matter of respect to give the group you exchanged songs with one of your votes? Because after all they tried their best to present your song in a presentable way even tho it's not their own? Idk man. I don't like this weird feeling of "hostility". But might only be my own feeling idk hahahahaha.

Honestly I wish we'd get to see the groups' evaluation and reasoning behind their choices...

That was it from my side this week...As always, thanks for reading! As for next episode, I'm super excited to see proper interactions and them finally having fun...ouf and after all those years Minhyuk going back to vault jumping I'm hyped hahahah. And now I'll go rewatch SKZ and BTOB lol.

[leeknows]

shoot me → stray kids

→ pairing: interactive fanfic (you can choose between changbin, hyunjin, jisung or jeongin)

→ genre: fluff, a bit of angst, gang au

→ format: movie trailer script

→ word count: 526

→ a/n: READ ON COMPUTER, PLEASE! This scenario includes lots of dialogues with the quote mark. They don’t properly appear in the app version, so the post may look weird on mobile devices. However, if you are used to it you’ll have no problem reading it.

→ disclaimer: English is not my first language, so I’m sorry for the possible typos and errors this scenario may contain.

Enjoy!

“Hey, do you know something about Bunnyz?”

“Who doesn’t? But you shouldn’t say their name so loud... even if you can’t see them, they are there. They are always there.”

No one has ever seen their faces. Covered behind white rabbit masks, they hide in the daytime, but appear in the darkest shadows, during the gloomiest nights. Four mysterious boys who promised to keep the scales balanced: “There’s no light without darkness.”

“Let me go! I’m not afraid of you or your gang, stupid bunny.”

“You should. Bullets are painful.”

“For me, words can hurt more.”

“You’re quite bold, aren’t you?”

“I’m just trying to survive in this world.”

Not even the police dared to chase them. They are the definition of danger, and they would do anything to protect their secrets. But, what will happen when a ray of light starts brightening everything around them?

“I think I’m falling for you.”

“I’m not what you deserve.”

“But you’re what I want, and you can’t change my mind.”

“I wasn’t trying to, though.”

“Wow, your smirk is powerful.”

“That’s why I’m making use of it.”

“Stupid bunny.”

“Stop calling me that! In case you didn’t know, I’m a genius.”

If you stray, move.

“We lost track of them a long time ago, but they are back. And we are the next target in their list.”

“So, what are you planning?”

“If they want us to play along, we’ll play. But we will be the winners.”

“The clock is ticking. What is your final decision?”

“I won’t betray them.”

“Too bad for you, I guess. Your time ends now. See you in hell.”

A story full of intensity.

“Hands up! This is a robbery!”

“Don’t try to change me, you can’t help me.”

“Open your eyes please, stay awake. Stay with me.”

“I’ll always stay. In your heart.”

“But it would stop beating if yours stops too!”

When everyone sees a monster in you.

“I thought you were a creepy gang, but you’re just four normal guys who turned out to do illegal stuff.”

“You’ve said that as if it wasn’t a big deal.”

“I mean, it’s totally wrong. However, it wasn’t your choice. Not at first.”

“But I could have stopped. Honestly, I don’t know who I am anymore.”

“I’m sure that you’ll find a way to be yourself someday.”

There’s no other option but to trust in your loved ones...

“Don’t panic if you get caught. I’ve got your back.”

“Oh yes, I will be really relaxed knowing that someone is putting a gun to my head. Sounds like the perfect Sunday afternoon.”

... or not.

“Guys, where’s the pizza I ordered?”

“Your boyfriend ate the whole thing himself.”

“What?!”

“I’m sorry? I’ll do aegyo for you.”

“Oh my god.”

Shoot Me, by leeknows.

“Our relationship is the most precious thing I’ve ever had. If I hurt you at some point, shoot me.”

“Good. Where’s the gun? You ate my pizza yesterday.”

“Can you stop being salty about it, please?”

“Can you stop loving me?”

“Never.”

“There you have your answer.”

Starring:

Y/N

Seo Changbin

Hwang Hyunjin

Han Jisung (Han)

Yang Jeongin (I.N)

Coming soon (lol I wish).

→ inspo (kind of song recommendations too xd)

shoot me — day6

very good — block b