#self-defence gadgets

[survivalstayingalive]

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[boombird]

The Ultimate Tips for Choosing the Right Self-Defence Gadget

We all have days when we just want to let our hair down and enjoy every second of life. And the fun only gets better when worries about safety are out of the picture. That’s why it’s essential for every modern woman (and anyone else, for that matter) to invest in a personal safety alarm—one of the most essential self-defence gadgets out there. These devices promise to be your knight in shining armour when your safety feels compromised.

But before you buy self defence gadgets online, there are a few things you should consider. Here’s your go-to guide for choosing the perfect self-defence gadget. With these tips up your sleeve, all you need to do is hit ‘Add to Cart!’

  The Gadget Should Be Easy To Use

Many people hesitate to buy self-defence devices online because they worry they’ll be tricky to operate. But in situations where you feel in danger, it’s crucial to have a personal safety device that’s easy to use. Before you buy self defence gadgets online, take the time to research and understand how the device works. 

For instance, BoomBird’s rechargeable personal safety alarm offers effortless activation—just pull the top pin, and the device releases a loud 130 dB sound that can ring for up to 120 minutes continuously! Not only does this attract attention immediately, but the alarm also features a built-in strobe light to further alert people nearby. No complicated instructions, no damsel-in-distress moments!

  It Should Be Discreet And Portable 

Whether you’re taking a solo trip to explore new places or walking back home late at night, safety is always your number one concern. If you just nodded your head, it’s definitely time for you to buy self defence gadgets online. 

Tip: Look for a gadget with a discreet design—something that can blend into everyday items like keychains. A low-key appearance means you can protect yourself from predators without making a mess or attracting attention. And don’t forget about portability! A lightweight gadget that easily fits into your bag is a must—no one wants to carry around excess baggage, right?

You’re Now Ready to Shop a Self-Defence Gadget!

Unlike regular shopping, choosing the right self-defence gadget may feel daunting, especially with so many options out there. But it’s crucial for women, children, senior citizens, and travellers alike to have a personal safety device in today’s world. These gadgets put your safety in your hands, allowing you to handle difficult situations with confidence.

If you’re on the hunt for the perfect self-defence gadget, these tips will guide you to make the best choice. Too busy conquering the world? No problem! We’ve got just the recommendation for you—BoomBird’s self-defence gadget ticks all the boxes! With BoomBird’s rechargeable personal safety alarm, you can enjoy life without worry and enjoy every moment, knowing that your personal safety is in good hands.

Ready to take charge of your safety? Head over to BoomBird now and buy the first rechargeable self-defence keychain in India! Don't wait—stay safe, stay stylish, and stay in control.

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[digisalti]

The Best Self-Defense Gadgets for Modern Security

The purpose of self defense gadgets is to improve one's security and safety in a variety of situations. These gadgets range from small, discreet products like stun guns, keychain alarms, and pepper sprays to larger, more complex ones like tactical spotlights and personal GPS trackers. By giving people quick and efficient defense against possible threats, they are meant to empower people. These devices provide peace of mind and the capacity to respond quickly in an emergency, whether one is traveling in foreign lands or out on a nighttime stroll by themselves.

[pinkiemachine]

How would you do Batman, I'm just wondering because Batman's my favorite character

OH HO HO!! I HAVE WRITTEN SO MUCH ABOUT BATMAN!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!

*ahem*

His show is called BATMAN: GOTHAM FILES, and I have the basic outline for each and every one of the seasons! There’s 9 total, plus a movie finale. Here we go!

SEASON ONE:

Most of us should know basically what Bruce’s backstory is, so I’ll keep this part brief. Bruce Wayne was eight years old when his millionaire mother and father were gunned down in front of him in an alleyway in Gotham City. They never found the killer. The family’s loyal butler, Alfred Pennyworth, took care of Bruce from that point onward. Bruce started taking self-defence classes in-between going to the schwanky Gotham Academy and learning how to run his father’s business, Wayne Enterprises (a massive conglomerate that was famous throughout all of America, but especially the East Coast.) The young man had hardly healed from his traumatic experience, though, and after graduating college (something he was practically forced to do by Alfred), he decided not to stay in Gotham. He hated the city. Instead, he took off in a plane… and secretly never intended to come back…

EIGHT YEARS LATER…

It was a welcome surprise when Bruce Wayne turned up in Gotham, seemingly in a much happier headspace and eager to finally, finally take his father’s business seriously. The Prince of Gotham had returned. Months after that, there was a new legend lurking in the streets of the city. Something called “the batman” or “the bat.” Criminals were getting caught and arrested left and right, and half of them were scared out of their minds about this spectre. The police force didn’t know what to make of it… except for one Captain Jim Gordon. He knew that the legend was true… and occasionally, he would sneak into his office and scare the living daylights out of him. He and Batman had been working together for a little while now, (we get an episode later that explores how they first met), but Gordon doesn’t know who he really is under the mask, and no one else in the force thinks that Batman is even real. But Gordon is eager to help him because the police force is falling apart. They’re completely unable to do their job and keep the streets safe, so Gordon agrees to help Batman stop crime in its tracks. He wants to make Gotham safer for his wife and daughter.

Shocking literally no one, the audience discovers that Bruce Wayne is Batman, working out of a massive secret base underneath Wayne Manor—his ancestral home. But, he must balance the life of a vigilante with the life of billionaire Bruce Wayne, which can be difficult at times. We get several episodes just laying the ground work. Who runs the company when Bruce isn’t around? Lucious Fox. Who manages Bruce’s affairs and schedule? Alfred. Who makes all the gadgets and gear that Batman uses? He does. Using plenty of materials and goods he can buy since he’s a billionaire. When did he learn how to make all this stuff? Hmmmmmm….

We meet our first few villains—Penguin, Two-Face, Scarecrow, Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, Riddler, etc—Batman is still trying to track down who murdered his parents, and we’re having a generally good time until THE MID SEASON FINALE. You see, there’s a circus coming to town.

Haley’s Traveling Circus was famous on the East Coast, being one of the oldest circuses in the country, as well as boasting the Fabulous Flying Graysons! A family trapeze act! However, this smiling troop of clowns was actually hiding some pretty dark secrets. When they arrived in Gotham City, they were asked to help out known mob-boss Tony Zucco with some… not-so-nice things. John Grayson, head of the Flying Graysons, had been feeling conflicted about how much behind-the-scenes shady dealings the circus had been involved with over the years. So, he thought that maybe if he just let the tiniest bit of evidence leak to the police, maybe they could handle everything and the Graysons wouldn’t be caught in the cross fire. This is what brings Batman to the scene. He investigates the circus, meets the Graysons, including their son, Richard, aka Dick, and eventually goes on to solve the mysterious crime, pinning it on Tony Zucco and getting certain members of Haley’s Circus arrested. (The ones actually involved in the crime.) However, Zucco manages to avoid jail time. Not only that, but he discovers who snitched on him. That night, after the case has been solved and Bruce shows up to catch the Flying Graysons perform, everything is going great until the unthinkable happens: the lines on the trapeze snap and Mr. and Mrs. Grayson go falling to their deaths.

Dick Grayson is an orphan… and he’s angry. He’s about 11 years old, but he’s smart enough to know what’s going on. He knows why Batman was coming around asking questions, he knows who Tony Zucco is, and he knows that his father made him very unhappy. After the police have arrived, but before social services do, Dick sneaks out and climbs to the top of the building with the Bat-Signal on it (yes, by this point in the story, that’s a thing). He flashes it on and off, rain pelting down, until the caped crusader arrives. He demands to know if this was Zucco’s fault. Batman refuses to say anything, but Dick doesn’t care. He says he’s going to make Zucco pay, whether Batman helps or not, and he tries his hardest to remain true to his word. After that night, Dick runs off through Gotham several times, trying to get in touch with Zucco and attempting to enact revenge, meanwhile Batman has to keep swooping in to keep the kid from getting himself killed. He recognises the pain he’s in—he completely understands his anger—and realises that he needs a teacher—a mentor—a father figure who can lead him through all of this and keep him out of trouble. So, as Bruce Wayne, he decides to adopt Dick. At first, Dick doesn’t want anything to do with this stranger—he’d rather stay with his circus family if he’s going to stay with anyone—but then, in court one day, Bruce says something—something only Batman said to him once—and all of a sudden, it clicks in Dick’s mind. He instantly asks to be placed in Bruce’s care and not a few hours after arriving at Wayne Manor, Dick manages to discover where the Batcave entrance is. Sneaking down there, he plans to become his own kind of vigilante, just like Batman, and get revenge… until Bruce catches him and tries to knock some sense into him.

It’s here that Bruce has to confront his own past. His sense and reason are saying, “Don’t let the kid try to enact revenge!” But then, he has to ask himself, “why am I still hunting down the man who killed my parents?” He has to tell himself, “it can’t be about revenge. Only what is just and fair.” When/if he finds the killer, he will turn him over to the authorities and let him face proper punishment. Zucco… he’s too powerful. There needs to be a lot of incriminating evidence against him before the police can take action, and even then, that’s not what Dick wants. Dick wants Zucco gone. Permanently. THAT is what needs to be dealt with inside of Dick. Bruce refuses to let this boy make himself a killer. Instead, he decides to channel that anger and drive into training him. You see, when Bruce vanished for eight years, it was during that time that he met many teachers and learned many new skills. Through bettering himself and learning these skills, he felt he had grown as a person and had worked through some of his emotions. It was therapeutic. He hopes it will be the same for Dick. He also teaches him about the justice system and detective work so that they can bring down Tony Zucco WITHOUT killing him. Little by little, over the course of the next year, Dick starts to turn into the infamous side-kick Robin, following Batman on small cases and learning about fighting crime… from a distance. (Mostly.) Dick does have a knack for getting into trouble.

On the personal side of things, Dick still needs to adjust to living in Wayne Manor, going to a new school (Gotham Academy) navigating being a wealthy, famous person’s adopted son, etc etc. And then… Ra’s Al Ghul shows up. Now it’s time for Bruce’s past to be revealed. He had traveled the world, and he did have many teachers, but none quite as legendary as the Demon’s Head, leader of the League of Shadows. A secret organisation (cult, really, Bruce later realised) that had mastered martial arts, ninjutsu, and so much more. Each member was a peak specimen of the human race, with no genetic weaknesses or flaws, especially their leader, Ra’s. Bruce had been one of his top students, but then he had revealed his grande scheme for the world. Ra’s wanted to wipe out the rest of humanity (which he deemed as impure and flawed) and then the only people who would be left to inherit the Earth would be his perfect family and his perfect followers! All he was missing was a male heir to his throne. His daughter, Talia, most perfect of his children, had fallen in love with Bruce during his time in the Shadows, but before anything serious could come of it, Bruce had snuck out and left the League, meaning never to come back. Now, though, Ra’s had found him and wanted him to marry his daughter. Bruce refuses. Ra’s tries to take him by force, Robin helps save the day, it’s a big exciting grand finale to the season, and it ends with Ra’s and Talia retreating… because while Bruce was captured, they managed to steal some… “DNA”… and test tube baby Damian would be thus conceived, unbeknownst to Batman and Robin.

(Like, he’s a test tube baby from conception. Talia was never physically pregnant with him.)

Anyway, things are looking up for our main characters. They saved the city, they saved each other, they’re working on their personal growth, and everyone is excited to see Season 2 because—

JOKER TEASE!!!! DUN DUN DUN!!!!

I’mma make more posts, this is a long one, strap in…

I also have a sketch of Talia…

Part 2 👇

[devil-in-hiding]

and it’s fucking scary but

learn self defense. dont buy cute acrylic or whatever self defence gadgets. buy real brass knuckles and tasers. quick and at the ready blades. for fuck sakes if you are in a conceal to carry state LEARN HOW TO SHOOT.

protect yourselves. arm yourselves.

protect your family. your community.

we are not going to take this laying down.

[lilac-den]

How would the ro's react to this scenario:

Let's say the team has to meet the mc for some kind of mission and when they arrive in the meeting place they find mc and some people knocked out and find out they tried to ambush mc but the mc made short work with them in five minutes. (Let's be honest in the world is like canon lore that hackers are weak)

(Normally, that'd be the case - but Depends on what the hackers' lifestyles have been like XD For the MC, if they're more combative, they have been training for a good while and they can handle it quite well. If they're not that combat-oriented, they rely on other stats to be able to handle it and have some self-defence lessons from certain teachers. Something like sleep darts with their toxicology and medical knowledge; gadgets with their tech knowledge and getting some to turn one another with their psychology and get that opportune moment to strike in case the opponents remember their objective.)

Zeus: They have read your file and knew you to be quite a formidable ally and foe. But it does impress them that you took a short time to knock down so many. "Perhaps both of us can spar and test our might against one another."

The next day, Dionysus will comment on how your training regime with Zeus is going to be interesting...while gesturing to the one large file left on the coffee table of the base that reads [Codename] Training Set - Trial 1; it's already the size of a dictionary book.

Hermes: They let out a whistle, looking over the bodies surrounding MC as the victims of your might groan. "You certainly are a sight for sore eyes." They'd find it amusing and interesting, to see someone who not only hacks but knows to land a few punches too.

If they have to admit it, they find it all extremely hot.

Dionysus: "[Name], are you alright?!" They don't even take a glance at the opponents on the floor - though when one of them tried to sit up, Dionysus blindly (or purposely, given the force) step them on their chest to reach you. They start patting down your arms and checking for any wounds or scratches in sight. When no injuries are there, Dionysus breathes a sigh of relief and looks at you. "Gods, I don't know what'd I do if you get hurt..."

Ares: "Guess worryin' about ya wasn't needed." They say with a chuckle, walking casually through the fallen bodies knocked down and out for the count. When they reach you, they reach a hand up to plant it on your head, ruffling playfully. "But next time, save some for me, cadet."

Dolos: The fact someone tried to ambush you is already a death sentence waiting to happen. But given the circumstances, Dolos is much more focused on you as they got to your side and cup the cheeks of your helmet, turning this way and that before those eyes scan down your body. They haven't said a word but after a long assessment, they breathe out air that seems to have been held in for a while.

One of the mobs, foolish or brave, lifts a hand with a knife, ready to attack you by the feet.

Something dark flashes in those eyes and, without mercy, Dolos lifts one of their feet to stamp down onto the wrist of the offending hand with a sickening crack! Through the scream of the mob, you can hear Dolos snarling out.

"You're lucky you didn't kill [codename] or I would have ended you without a thought."

[auroragehenna]

AI-less Whumptober

Day 22 Punishment

TW/CW: Soft torture (wax burns), re-capture, whumpee staying with Caretaker implied, creepy whumper, emotional whump, psychological whump, touch starved whumpee Word count: 2'678

This piece was originally inspired by this prompt by @montammil

Lucy has been hiding out in an old shed for a couple of days now.

She had packed a backpack with the most important things, something to stay warm, food and water, headphones, and her phone.

She was exhausted and terrified but the thought of Caretaker getting a good night‘s sleep again kept her firm in her decision.

But still, staying in this shed was no ideal solution so she filled the days pondering where she could go and hide. At least until she needed food again.

Finally, after three days, she had an idea. A crazy idea, reckless and not exactly therapeutic. But it might just work.

---

A few hours later Lucy was in front of the abandoned pool building she knows so well. She was shaking and cursing in her mind. She took a deep breath and looked for a way to sneak inside. At least it was all still the same, including the broken entrances. Once inside Lucy tried to get settled in. It wasn’t the most comfortable, with the memories attached to every inch of this place but it was warmer, dry, and more closed off. She was gambling that Adam would search her everywhere, including at Caretaker‘s place, but not where he kept her captive for all that time. No way. That was the hope she clamped to. After a bit of shuffling, she decided “screw it” and put her blankets and mattress in the same corner she’d always favoured. Top right. With a good view of everything, most distance from the entrances and close to the cool water gadgets. After she set everything up it almost felt like a comfort space. Almost. Who knows maybe they could even get the space back in their own mind. Worked before. Mostly. Hey in her defence self-de-conditioning sucked. Only after she lay down for the first time to check if it was as comfortable as possible did she notice how exhausted she was. Against her will, she could feel herself fall asleep. She barely managed to blow out the candle before the darkness claimed her as her own.

---

[A few days later]

It seemed to go well. No sign of Adam, no complications and no Caretaker. Lucy missed them but she‘d rather die than make them suffer because of her.

---

This evening Lucy again wished she could turn on the electrical pool lights. Their light was so warm and comforting, always had been, and though she was grateful for her candles, they couldn’t possibly ignite the whole room and cast haunting shadows across the walls of the hall. Also, the loneliness messed with her mind. The memories were louder this way. Even with headphones. Seriously without those, she‘d be so lost. In solitude like this she preferred having them in ambience mode, so she could, given the case, hear activities around her. This night same as every night she went to sleep trying to read. Trying to ignore the memories, the same voice repeating the same things, over and over again. Eventually, she just blew out the candle and lay down waiting.

After what only felt like seconds Lucy woke up from a sound in the building. It was still pitch-black outside. She jerked up in a sitting position and listened more carefully. Tilting her head to the side she listens again, no doubt there’s somebody coming. Somebody who doesn’t care to be silent. In a second Lucy is on her feet and staring frantically around the room. As fast as she can she makes her sleeping place orderly, like nobody had slept there in weeks, grabs her headphones, phone, and backpack, and jumps out of the pool. Carefully she squeezes behind the floating little circle platforms leaning against the wall. Blessedly none of them fell down. Lucy made herself as tiny as possible and pressed against the wall in the dark.

Fast footsteps on the tiled floor, no talking. Then-

„Oh. Did some homeless person settle in here? Huh, who knows maybe I could buy them as a fake witness. For if my little [nickname] ever actually decides to go to the police. Or just torture them a bit.“, the person ponders.

It’s their voice! It’s their voice! Their voice! Their voice! Adam’s voice! Shit, shit, shit! Lucy did her best not to flinch at the implication of ownership and the nickname. Bullshit, it’s all bullshit, remember?!!

Two feet moving and then landing hard on the metal floor of the pool. She can hear the rustle of her blankets. Then Whumper’s voice again. And their words make Lucy shiver.

„Ooh, unless of course…My little [nickname] came back on her own. But that’s nearly impossible right…“ Their voice trailed off.

„Bingo!“, they suddenly yell out. Then their voice takes a luring tone. „Luucy. That cloth is yours. Your comfort-cloth. Give up your hiding spot and come to me. I’ll be nice, I promise. After all, I’m so delighted to have you back.“

Maybe if she doesn’t move, doesn’t do anything he won’t find her and just go.

„Lucy, I can also search for you, but that would be more stressful for you, and I must warn you. Every hiding place that I wrongly check means one more punishment for you…So?“

Silence. Deadly silence. Filled with more tension than a high-voltage line.

Adam speaks again:” One…Two…three…four…five. Okay, have it your way.”

Lucy’s mind was running, trying to decide which option was better. But the time ran out before she could decide. Adam didn’t waste any time, he moved swiftly and silently. Probably so he could hear her if she decided to move. So far they haven’t found her, but with that thoroughness, it couldn’t be long. For a moment she considered if turning herself in would grant her mercy, but she decided it wouldn’t. Adam offered her mercy, and she didn’t take it, now there wouldn’t be any. And even if being found like a lamb in the darkest corner of a slaughterhouse was everything but pleasant it was still better than obeying for faint scraps of mercy. After Whumper checked the office and the two locker rooms they returned back into the pool hall.

“Well, well, well, either the little birdy has flown out or you’re somewhere in here. Let’s find out shall we.”, they announced as they started to make their way around the basin.

Lucy could only roughly tell where they were by the sounds of their steps, but she could hear the malicious grin in their voice.

As the steps came ever closer to her hiding space, she mentally resigned from her hope that she’ll make it out and instead tried to prepare for the moment her cover of darkness would be ripped away.

Then Whumper’s steps came to a halt in front of her hiding space.

Platform by platform fell down until the light seeped through and with one final movement the last barricade between her and Adam fell.

“Got you little mouse.” he grinned.

Lucy searched for a snarky remark and opened her mouth only to suddenly start crying. She had just spent too much time holding everything together. Too much time acting and faking, everything was under control, that she had it handled. In front of Adam, in front of Caretaker, in front of herself. She thought she could do it, put herself back together again. Didn’t allow herself to break, to stay strong, as long as it took. Hold on to her principles. But she just couldn’t do it anymore. And so, her body surprised her with a long-held in exhaustion.

Adam inspected his plaything. He expected maybe faint-defiance, sass with underlying fear. But not this. They never saw her like this. Sure, they’ve seen her tears, drawn forward by sheer pain, they saw her collapse from exhaustion. They saw her scared. But never like this. Silent tears rolled down her cheeks and she dropped her head on her arms. It wasn’t hysterical crying, or pathetic sobbing out of fear, humiliation, or something. She just seemed…exhausted? And resigned. Adam carefully sat next to her and gently put an arm around her. She didn’t even flinch. They started to slowly rub her back. Not saying anything yet just being there. Over time the rocking of her shoulders came in longer rhythms and eventually she just leaned against them, and they hugged her in return.

Lucy wasn’t sure for how long they sat like that. When she finally ran out of tears she carefully backed off a bit from Adam to look at them. They returned the look, and for one of the few times ever since there was no hint of maliciousness in their eyes. Sure, they also didn’t exactly look good and merciful but, nevertheless.

Slowly Adam stretched out a hand and wiped away a lingering tear on their cheek. Shortly cupping it afterwards they asked her a question, the first words being said since they found her.

“What happened?”

Lucy stayed quiet for a bit, and when she opened her mouth to answer no sound made it out. She didn’t know what to say.

Adam began to speak again: “May I tell you my guess?”

Lucy just nodded. She swayed for a moment and then slumped back against him.

Adam slowly began to stroke her hair; it was a bit shorter than when they were with them last. Probably cut the dead ends off.

“After you got out you held it in. You didn’t want to bother anybody, so you did everything to avoid attention. Maybe it even got so bad you lied to Caretaker and  your friends, mimicking the situation better than it actually was. If it went well you broke down when you were alone, with the comfort of your cloths, stuffed animals and or music. If it went bad you held it all in until now, not wanting to seem weak ever again not even, or especially, in front of yourself. Thinking that, you can fix all of this by yourself. Fix yourself, by yourself. 1Not a burden to anyone, and not weak. Is that anywhere near the truth?”

Lucy let out a long breath, Adam hadn’t even noticed she had stopped breathing.

“Yeah, I think that sums it up.” She lets out a shaky little laugh. “And now I’m being comforted by the person that is both the origin and will be the continuation of my torture.”

“Well, there’s not a lot of other people here is there.”

“Fair enough.”

“I think we could both use some sleep but first, will you be okay? Or should I stay with you for a bit longer? Not as a tormentor, just as…a friend?”

“I…I’m actually a bit hungry. I have a sandwich I could finish, candles and music?”

The sentence sounded like a question out of her mouth, Adam had to suppress a grin, failed, and saved it with a, hopefully, gentle smile.

“Sure, let’s do that.”

They both stood and walked toward the pool. Lucy had before thrown a pool ring into the basin so she could actually climb out again. They let themselves into the basin and sat on Lucy’s sleeping place.

Lucy lit up the candle and took out a little glass vial. She dropped a few drops onto the candle, closes it again and put it back into her bag. A distinct flowery smell started to fill the air. She took her phone out and soon music started playing. Adam recognized it as her comfort music. Then she took out a sandwich and started to eat. After two bites Lucy looked over at Adam.

“What were you doing during this time?”

“While you were free? Well first of all making sure you can’t bust me. Dispose of the evidence I say. After that, well trying to find you of course. I started stalking your friends, made sure you weren’t with any of them, to begin with.”

A shiver ran down Lucy’s spine at the last sentence.

“When I knew they were dead ends and where they lived I started following them in their free time until someone led me to Caretaker’s house. That was a few days ago. I was sure I’d find you there. But all I find is a house in great excitement and a panicked-looking Caretaker.”

Adam notices Lucy’s tension at those words and changes the topic.

“Anyway, then I came here. Now we’re here.”

Lucy had finished her sandwich and packed the cling film into a little trash bag. She then looked at Adam and asked in a sober tone of voice: “You’re not gonna let me go, am I right?”

He stands up, walks to the edge of the pool, and climbs out taking the inflated pool-ring-climbing-help with him. Standing on the edge he looks down at her and answer in the same sober tone: “No.”

Lucy nodded, put on her headphones, and selected a playlist. After that, she handed over the phone to Whumper who plugged it in to charge in the office. She lay down and blew out the candle. Even though the lavender smell and the flickering light calmed her down she felt she needed the comforting cover of darkness right now. To hide, from herself, from feeling watched, from this. Soon after she fell asleep.

---

The next day she was awoken by footsteps near her. She jolted up in a fright and heard Adam laugh softly.

“It’s me.”

“Can’t tell if that’s supposed to be comforting or scary.”

“A bit of both.”, he replied softly. “Now you surely remember how I yesterday gave you the chance to come out willingly…”

Lucy shivered and tried to wrap her cloths around her.

Adam knelt in front of her and with a soft grip dragged her off her mat. “If you want your cloths to stay pretty I’d suggest you leave them there!”, he warned. “Besides, wouldn’t want them to be connected to this right?”

“Please…don’t.”, Lucy tried quietly.

“No can do, bunny, but don’t worry, I’ll be gentle.” With that he grabs the candle from the side of the mattress. He lights it up and waits for the wax to melt a little.

He keeps his eyes trained on Lucy and she can’t do anything but look back, frozen in fear. She looks to the candle but Adam cups her cheek and turns her head back to him.

“Look at me.”, he reminds her and then starts to pour little puddles of wax onto her bare arms and legs.

It could hurt so much more, she knew that, but it was still so terrible. She wanted to look away but Adam didn’t let her. She wasn’t even physically restrained and that was maybe the worst of it all. The shame and humiliation in that he didn’t think it necessary to tie her up or something. Because he knew she wouldn’t try anything.

“…Aaand that one was is the lost one he said before curling a finger under Lucy’s chin and tilting it up. Then raising the candle and carefully pour hot wax onto her chin right under her eyelid. Adam saw tears well up in her eyes and grinned at the sight. It was probably a purely physical reaction but beautiful nevertheless. “That’s it, you’re all done now, Lucy.”, he cooed and pulled the girl up in his arms.

Lucy buried her face in his shirt and tried to muffle a tiny sob coming out.

Adam moved his hands to the side of her face and pulled it up until they’re eyes met. He kept his hands embracing her face as he said: “Hey now, no need to muffle your sobs. I won’t hurt you for them. You don’t have to be strong anymore.”

Lucy looked up at his with wide eyes, completely taken off guard by the loving touch. She felt herself melt into it even with her skin still burning from the wax. Right now she couldn’t imagine disobeying him again. And she hoped to the gods or to whoever that she would be able to next time.

Taglist: @yourlocalgaefae33, @princessofhe11, @greatkittencloud, @bisexuawolfsalt, @ailesswhumptober

[nadjasworkshop]

Introducing my Builder:

BIRTHDAY:

14th of Autumn

HEIGHT:

164 cm

WEIGHT:

68 kg

AGE (ARRIVAL AT SANDROCK):

29 years old

LIKES:

Art & Literature, dark humor, cats

DISLIKES:

Noisy crowds, bullies, greed

BACKGROUND:

Nadja spent most of her twenties studying Humanities while working part-time as an assistant for several teachers and librarians. She eventually grew tired of her stale environment and decided to turn her natural talent for fixing gadgets from a lost hobby to a profession. Nadja graduated surprisingly ahead of time, landing her first job in an environment she deemed less competitive than Highwind, and more fitting for her temperament.

PERSONALITY:

Nadja was a bookish, sensitive child and often felt more at ease around teachers than she did around other kids. She still struggles to connect with other people, but keeps very strong bonds with her small group of friends.

Often dismissed as aloof and unreachable, those who ever managed to get past her shell would describe her as extremely loyal, with an imaginative mind and a very vulnerable core that she tries hard to never show in public.

While wisdom and integrity are the real keys to her heart, people with a dry sense of humor and an ability for keeping their cool are the easiest get on her good side.

RANDOM FACTS:

Shares the birthday with Yan. This was completely accidental on my part, but makes for a lot of funny occurences (not for her).

One of the most obvious signs of her toughening up since her arrival in Sandrock is the way she learn to handle guns in self defence. The first time she entered a hazardous ruin, she was so scared of shooting a geegler that Justice had to cover for her and promise he wouldn't make fun of the situation. In time, she was able to pull the trigger without a flinch. The Duvos invasion and the events that allowed it were quite the turning point.

She enjoys all sorts of arts, from drawing to playing the flute, but can't imagine making a life of them. It was one of the reasons she wasn't able to make the best of her time as a student.

Usually perceived as serious and even gloomy, she tends to catch people off their guards with unexpected quips. One of the many things she admires from Grace is her sense of humor.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Nadja had a really hard time getting used to Sandrock. For several months the taste of Highwind Fried Rice was enough to bring a tear to her eye. However, getting directly involved in the protection and recovery of the town turned her into a true Sandrocker in the end, and after two years she couldn't think living anywhere else.

Nia's parents and hers have been living next door for decades. In fact, Nadja was 6 when Nia was born and used to pretend she was her babysitter. They remain close despite being so different from each other, in a sisterly "goth & prep" kind of way more than as friends.

After a long rollercoaster of a story and a year without seeing each other she and Miguel started as a couple not long before the end of his imprisonment.

In the beginning they used to have a strange dynamic where they had fun antagonizing each other all the time and spent hours discussing philosophy (while mostly everyone wondered what the hell were these two nutcases always arguing about). As they got closer, they started getting in the way of each other's purposes. There was a brief intimate moment after Nadja came back from Logan's hideout and was presumed dead but both regretted instantly. Then the Incident happened. Obviously she didn't take it well, being someone whose trust is not easy to earn. It took a lot of time, a Duvos invasion and a long collective healing process in parallel to Sandrock's own healing for her to start to see past the bad blood. Once the "greenification" was complete, she found herself more and more often visiting her long lost antagonizer in prison and bringing him books once she finished reading them. It was mostly the difference between the person she once bid farewell with a cold "Matilda has betrayed you" and the one who was talking to her from behind the bars that sparked a renewed, less troubled feeling in her, one that would not fade away.

Other than that she finds easy to be around quiet people with a lot going on in their heads, hence she considers Fang his best friend. In the early days when she still had trouble socializing with the townsfolk, Unsuur and Heidi were the ones who found it easier to approach her. With the former, it was because they quickly understood each other's "weirdness". with the latter, out of common interests and encouraging each other's work from similar fields.

On the other hand she really doesn't like Pen. It's like if someone tailored a person entirely for her distaste, that was him. She can't stand Yan either but that could be said about everyone in town.

She adopted two cats and a half (Macchiato, Banjo and CoCo) and would have adopted many more given the chance.

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Techna Long ver

(some stuff is from the fan wiki i just tweaked)

Name: Techna (or Tecna) Hephaesta Sharpp

Looks: Tecna has a light skin tone, teal-blue eyes and Pink pixie cut 1 hair, styled on the right side with a single small hair strand sticking up. She also has a bionic right arm (she was born without one), and always has a one sided google glass thing on her left eye.

Relationships: Her soulmate is Timmy, and she is the closest with Flora

She shines in her normal, charmix, Enchantix forms the most.

Personality: Robotic, photographic memory, prideful about technology and her problem solving abilities, insecure abt dance actually loves history and reveres inventors in particular. Also on a full ride scholarship to Alphea.

Tecna is extremely smart, with an IQ of 150, and loves technology. She is self-confident and a perfectionist. She is always practical and logical, sometimes to a fault. Tecna has trouble expressing her emotions and bases the majority of her decisions on pure logic. She is selfless and nice to her loved ones, even if she cannot always show it by using emotions. She develops emotionally through the series and eventually experiences crying, stating that she never cried before.

She loves science, experimenting in her spare time by creating numerous techno devices. She also has a photographic memory. She loves computers and video games. Tecna also enjoys playing (solo or duo) sports (badminton, squash, ping pong, and so on) and being active.

History: Techna was born with 1 arm to Magnethia and Electronio Sharpp on Zenith. her upbringing was quite normal for a girl her age on Zenith, the only difference is that her parents are high ranking inventors on Zenith and therefore Techna spent more time than most around the latest and oldest technologies and spare parts, leading her to gain a passion for inventing and trap setting. she is quite the prankster as a child, but nowadays she prefers to set traps for villains and use her inventing skills for good.

Powers: Tecna, as the Fairy of Technology, has technology-based powers. Her powers are entirely based on technology and digital energy, but, on occasion, she has been known to control electricity. She can create shields of energy, digital cages, and walls of magic energy. Tecna can also throw blasts of energy which can immobilise a person for a short time or cause them to explode. She is able to manipulate any machine and is able to connect with different networks which she can use as maps to help locate objects. Tecna has displayed precise control over machinery, gadgets, and devices alike to achieve a variety of effects whether it is to keep it in control, amplifying a certain trait, or repairing it. She is capable of imbedding electronic properties into regular objects.

Her magic is green in colour

Tecna has the ability to summon data from the palm of her bionic hand when she is analysing a subject or using a database of information to solve a problem. Tecna is also able to scan objects with her bionic hand to gain information and speak in binary code. She can also analyse a data transmission via magic and produce a rendering of the received data. She can create and control projections from various Technomagic devices. Tecna is very savvy with all digital technology she has been seen using.

Tecna has an affinity for light capable of generating small plasma orbs to illuminate an area, creating holograms, to misdirect opponents and display information, and amplifying electric light fixtures. She is able to generate, absorb, and redirect electricity from various power sources, and has the ability to create and control electro-magnetic fields and shoot spheres of plasma energy. Tecna is able to shoot rays of binary and use them as shields that protect her and others. At times, . Tecna has exhibited various problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to invent various machines. On occasion, Tecna has created geometric shapes to imprison others or as a defence.

Tecna also knows some basic, first-level spells that all fairies can use, such as telekinesis, transmuting objects, and fixing minor messes. Tecna is so far the only magical creature in the series to be able to use spells with electronic devices.

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The tiktok self defence keychains are stupid and dangerous

Sure, these gadgets are very useful by themselves, and at least youll have something in case of an emergency, but bundling them all onto one lanyard defeats their purpose. A couple things can be combined onto one thing, sure, but when "small businesses" start attaching pompoms, lipgloss, lanyards, sanitiser, no-touch tools and other unnecessary things things to them they become incredibly impractical.

Firstly, youll have to go through your entire keychain to find the tool that you think you need at that moment, which is just a waste of very precious time. Secondly, all these dangly things make it incredibly easy to disarm you and use the tools against you.

Dont get me wrong, I am very happy that self defense tools are being popularised, but it saddens me that people are sacrificing its funtionality for aesthetics. Advertising and selling these is dangerous.

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Top 7 Gadgets for Women's Self-Defence in Today's World

In today’s world, personal safety is a top priority, and let’s be real — it's always better to be prepared. Whether you’re heading out for a night with friends, taking a solo stroll, or just living your best life, having the right women self defence gadgets can add that extra layer of confidence. 

The best part? These tools are discreet and easy to carry, and some of them even add a little style to your daily ensemble. Ready to check out the top seven gadgets every woman should consider for self-defence? Let’s dive in!

  Safety Alarm

Safety alarms have long been a staple among women self defence gadgets. Compact and effective, they emit a loud, high-pitched sound when activated, alerting those nearby and potentially scaring off attackers. These alarms are designed for quick access — just a push of a button, and the ear-piercing sound gets to work. 

  Kubaton

A Kubaton might look like an innocent keychain accessory, but it’s one powerful little gadget. Small, lightweight, and discreet, this women self defence gadget is designed to be easy to carry and can help in situations where you need to quickly disable an attacker. Its pointed tip gives you the upper hand in a crisis, while its subtle appearance makes it look just like an everyday keychain. Now, that’s what we call stealth mode.

  Tactical Pen

A tactical pen is another everyday item turned self-defence tool. It’s a writing instrument by day that doubles as a reliable defence tool when the sun goes down. The sturdy construction allows it to break glass in an emergency or defend against an attacker. Plus, it’s perfect for slipping into your bag or pocket without drawing any unwanted attention. In short, it’s a pen that packs a punch!

  Pepper Spray

We couldn’t talk about self-defence without mentioning this classic, could we? Pepper spray is a must-have for anyone who values personal safety. It's easy to carry, non-lethal, and works by temporarily disabling an attacker with intense irritation to the eyes. It's a tried-and-tested favourite among women self defence gadgets, giving you a chance to get away from a dangerous situation while causing no long-term harm. Just make sure to check local laws regarding its use and legality.

  Tactical Hair Clip

We know what you're thinking – a hair clip? But this isn't your ordinary accessory. Tactical hair clips are designed to do much more than hold your hair in place. These multipurpose clips can double as small blades or pry tools. Sleek, stylish, and functional, they’re perfect for women who like their self-defence tools hidden in plain sight. When you’re all about that low-key security, this one’s a winner!

  No-Touch Door Opener

With health concerns and personal safety at the top of everyone’s minds these days, the no-touch door opener is a gadget every woman should consider. While its main use is avoiding contact with shared surfaces like door handles and ATM buttons, this tool doubles as a defence item, helping you push away an assailant or break glass in an emergency. It’s small, practical, and gives you peace of mind while keeping germs and danger at bay. Among women self defence gadgets, this one stands out for its dual purpose.

  Pocket Knife

A small pocket knife can be a useful self-defence tool in a pinch. Many models are designed with women’s convenience in mind, offering compact, foldable designs that easily fit into your purse or pocket. However, make sure you're aware of local laws regarding pocket knives, as some areas require a valid licence. Regardless, it’s a reliable tool for both everyday tasks and emergencies. Plus, it’s a multitasker, helping with anything from opening packages to protecting yourself.

The Power of Prevention with BoomBird

Now that we’ve looked at some of the top women self defence gadgets, it’s clear that staying safe doesn’t have to mean compromising on style. 

Among these gadgets, BoomBird takes centre stage with its innovative design and stylish appeal. It’s more than just an alarm – it’s a fashion-forward statement that seamlessly blends into your life while offering that essential layer of protection. BoomBird’s rechargeable personal safety alarm produces a powerful 130 dB sound – loud enough to alert everyone around and potentially scare off any threats. 

It’s stylish, portable, lightweight, and TSA-approved, making it the ultimate travel companion.

Why Choose BoomBird?

As India’s first rechargeable safety alarm, BoomBird ensures you’re always prepared. 

The USB-C charging cable included in the package makes recharging a breeze, and the low battery reminder? Total game-changer! Its durable brass keychain makes it easy to clip onto your bag or keys, so you’ll always have it within reach. With BoomBird by your side, you’re not just protected — you’re stylishly protected.

Perfect for women, seniors, kids, teenagers, and travellers alike, BoomBird offers peace of mind for anyone seeking an extra layer of safety. Snag your BoomBird, because when it comes to women self defence gadgets, this one’s in a league of its own. 

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The Best Self-Defense Equipment to Keep You Safe Anywhere

In the present world where security is met with importance, we may come across so many self defence gadgets to help us in any circumstance. Many self-defense tools they have, like women's pepper spray, safety sticks, Omega, stun guns, Terminator Taser Guns, extendable batons, and much more. Their length differentiates them in detail. Self-defense weapons have the advantage of quick, simple, and successful protection against any possible assailants in the immediate surroundings. In cases of an assault, they promise to better the time rescued. This protects both lone and group travelers when traveling at night. To know more, click here.

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Wearable Sensors Market is Estimated to Witness High Growth Owing to Increased Use in Healthcare Applications

Wearable sensors are small devices that can be worn on the body to detect, track and monitor physical, physiological as well as contextual parameters of the user. Wearable sensor technology has transformed various domains including healthcare, fitness, industrial and lifestyle applications. Healthcare sensors analyze vital parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate and body temperature to detect abnormalities and predict well-being of patients. Their miniature size and ability to detect multiple health metrics makes them extremely useful for assisted living applications and remote patient monitoring.

The global wearable sensors market is estimated to be valued at US$ 978.86 Mn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 16% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights. Market Opportunity: Increased use in healthcare applications is one of the major opportunities fueling the growth of the wearable sensors market. The elderly population across the globe is rising rapidly which is expected to increase the demand for remote healthcare monitoring solutions. Integration of multiple sensors in a single wearable device to measure vital health parameters will help in early detection of chronic diseases. This factor is encouraging healthcare providers as well as insurance companies to invest in wearable sensor technology to provide cost-effective preventive care. The wearable health sensors can transmit vital health data of patients to clinics and hospitals, thereby improving healthcare accessibility especially in remote areas. The ability to monitor patients outside of clinical settings is poised to transform the healthcare industry significantly over the coming years. Porter’s Analysis Threat of new entrants: The wearable sensors market requires large investments in R&D. Established players dominate distribution channels making it difficult for new players to enter. Bargaining power of buyers: Buyers have high bargaining power due to availability of substitute products and less switching costs. They can choose between various brands based on features and prices. Bargaining power of suppliers: Major component suppliers in the market include sensor manufacturers who have moderate bargaining power. Threat of new substitutes: Threat from substitute products like smartphones, tablets, and other electronic gadgets is high as they offer similar features and functions. Competitive rivalry: Intense competition exists among key players to gain market share through new product launches and investments in technology. SWOT Analysis Strength: Growing demand for self-monitoring devices and remote patient monitoring. Technological advancements enable integration of various sensors on wearable platforms. Weakness: High cost of development and components affects mass adoption. Concerns around data privacy and security issues. Opportunity: Scope for wearable technology in areas of industrial monitoring, healthcare and defence sector. Growing internet penetration enables use of connected sensors. Threats: Fast changing technology landscape results in quick product obsolescence. Dependence on disposable batteries affects sustainability. Key Takeaways The global wearable sensors market is expected to witness high growth due to factors like increasing health awareness, growing digitisation and use of IoT devices for various applications. The global wearable sensors market is estimated to be valued at US$ 978.86 Mn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 16% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030. The Asia Pacific region dominates the market currently due to wide consumer base and advancements in healthcare infrastructure in countries like China, India and Japan. North America is another major regional market driven by technological advancements and adoption of wearable devices for sports, fitness and lifestyle monitoring. Key players operating in the wearable sensors market include Google, Panasonic Corporation, Freescale Semiconductor, Fossil Groups, InvenSense, Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Infineon Technologies AG, ST Microelectronics, and Analog Devices, Inc. Major players focus on developing innovative products integrated with MEMS sensors and enhancing processing power to enable real-time tracking of various health parameters.

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Global defense gyroscopes market reports

Accelerometers, computers, and gyros are used by contemporary inertial navigation systems to calculate a ship's, airplane's, or other vehicle's position. For integration into these systems, RLGs are perfect. The accuracy, stability, and small size of RLGs are advantageous to these systems. Fiber optic gyroscopes also employ light interference to measure mechanical rotation. The two halves of a split beam are carried in opposition to one another by a coil of fiber optic wire up to 5 km in length. It utilizes the Sagnac effect, just as a ring laser gyroscope. Tiny gyroscopes called microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) gyroscopes are commonly seen in electrical gadgets.

The concept of the Foucault pendulum is included in the vibrating component. This kind of gyroscope was first used in the military, but it is now more frequently seen in industry. High-performance motion sensing is useful in a number of sectors with challenging environments. Inertial measurement units (IMU), inertial navigation systems (INS), and other systems based on high-performance accelerometers and gyroscopes have long been used for critical navigation, flight control, and stabilization tasks, especially when GNSS and GPS signals are lost or unavailable.

Important Elements Driving the Defence Gyroscope Market's Growth:

The Global defense gyroscopes market reports will expand due to rising demand for a range of defense platforms. Precision guided weapons and missiles, as well as aerial, naval, and land-based platforms, all use gyroscopes in their defense systems. Because of programmes for modernization, maintenance, and procurement, there is a growing need for all of these platforms.

Factors Affecting the Defence Gyroscope Market's Growth:

Optical gyroscopes monitor the difference in propagation times between counter-propagating beams moving in opposing directions using closed or open optical pathways, defense gyroscope industry trends. Defense gyroscope market trends state that the counter-propagating light beams exhibit a phase difference as a result of a variation in path lengths brought on by rotation. This rotation-induced phase difference is caused by the Sagnac phenomenon, which forms the physical foundation of all optical gyroscopes. Innovations in optical and MEMS gyroscopes will impact the growth of the defense gyroscope industry.

The Defence Gyroscope Market: Outlook and Trends:

Projection for the market for defense gyroscopes, Growing defense spending will be the driving force behind new procurement activities. Market study on defense gyroscopes indicates that the geopolitical environment in Europe and Asia Pacific will also have an impact on the procurement process. Cross-border aggression will lead to more procurement of gyroscope-using platforms, according to market research on defense gyroscopes. Most of the increase will come from the Asia Pacific and Europe regions.

Examination of Recent Developments in the Defence Gyroscope Market:

Defense Gyroscope Market reports that Boeing has begun equipping two F-15E aircraft of the United States Air Force with a digital avionics system made by BAE Systems modernize the electronic warfare system. According to a statement made by Boeing on Thursday, the two companies will assist in installing the Eagle Passive Active Warning and Survivability System on a total of 43 aircraft units. This system will replace the fleet's current analogue technology-based EW self-protection suite. The USAF awarded the aircraft manufacturer a $79.6 million sole source contract to facilitate the low-rate start-up of EPAWSS production. A change to expand the scope of work for $189.3 million was just released by USAF.

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Self Defence Gadgets: Protecting Yourself with Innovative Tools.

In today’s uncertain world, personal safety has become a top priority for many individuals. With the rise in crime rates and unexpected situations, it is crucial to be prepared and equipped to protect oneself. Self-defense gadgets have emerged as a popular solution, providing individuals with a sense of security and empowerment. In this article, we will explore a range of self-defense gadgets…