#situation you contributed to you pos.

[signanothername]

!warning a bit of spooky imagery!

I'm so happy you portray how the mtt would be treated by nightmare!! it makes me so upset that the fandom sometimes forgets (or ignores) how killers (and the entire gang) just gets abused by him

nightmare literaly pulls up like

and just TAKES these people

like how do people forget that

GSHSHHS THANK YOU!!

And literallyyyyyyy!! Like I think some people either forget or ignore the abuse because they don’t realize the extent of how seriously fucked up it is

I don’t think many people realize how fucking terrifying that, one second, you’re in your own home doing your own thing, the next, you’re kidnapped, after being stalked and watched, by someone with way much more power than you possess, then you’re told that you no longer have free will, forever trapped in a mentally, emotionally and physically abusive environment, and there is nothing you can do about it but accept it as your fate

And the thing is the MTT were already in bad situations themselves even before Nightmare kidnapped them, so imagine just going from one hell, only to enter another, it’s very sad

Not only that, but the fandom generally prefers to explore the characters in a very typical bad guy trope like fashion, which I think also contributes to the overall idea of ignoring the abuse they go through

I like to explore it in a lot more realistic light, show how it is for them, show the hell they have to go through under a much powerful being that’s not easily satisfied

AND HOLY SHIT THE ART IS STUNNING IM ON MY KNEES

As a horror enthusiast, I really love spooky art sm, and you absolutely NAILED it, this is fucking terrifying/ pos

Hope you don’t mind a quick art inspired by yours shdhhd

[v3nusxsky]

Hi Mars! I hope your well!<3 I have a request, it's a larissa weems x fem reader where r and larissa do the nasty then r finds out she's pregnant and after r gives birth she struggles with postpartum depression and one day when larissa comes home from work she finds r holding the baby close to her chest and crying so r tells larissa everything and larissa comforts r and then like maybe years later r and larissa has the most stubborn but cute little girl who loves ice cream and teddy bears?. This might be a bit much but I hope you can do it❤️ thank you Mars!🙏I love your fics🙌

Breaking through the darkness

*Authors note~ another instalment of YAMW and the last in the series but honestly I’d love to write one shots for this universe so if you have any ideas on what you’d like to see hit my asks up. And I’ll see y’all in Sinful Souls*

Trigger warnings~ pregnancy giving birth mentions breast feeding an infant postpartum depression hurt and comfort etc Larissa being the most wonderfully loving wife possible

Prompt~ see ask^^^^

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Larissa had a few more nightmares at the beginning of your pregnancy, most about failing you and your unborn child. Yet one thing that didn’t change was her insistence that the baby would be a girl. There is absolutely no doubt in the blondes mind on the child’s gender yet you were adamant that you should decide on a name for both genders. Just in case. Your stubborn nature got you to convince, so boy or girl you’d both decided on their name.

Alongside the debate over names and the insane cravings that often found Larissa fluttering from store to store, in and around Jericho, pregnancy only heightened your stubbornness and insistence that you were simply pregnant not disabled and Larissa’s dedication and truthfulness. However, despite all the new hormones and adjustments to your daily lives you were both committed to each other and overcoming every challenge as a pair.

Anticipation grew as you reached six months pregnant, your ability becoming hyper sensitive and uncontrollable. Deciding to wait to find out if you’d have a son or a daughter is what got you through the changes to your body. Nevermore’s students were abuzz with theories and suggestions about the child. A few of the staff members had thrown you and Larissa a baby shower that was modest and gender neutral but beautiful, the gifts being thoughtful and generous mixed with your new levels of hormones had you in tears at the love and care for your unborn child.

Around the last month of your pregnancy you began to fear you’d fail the baby. You obviously want the best for them, but your parents weren’t exactly the best role models and that led to your mind concocting the most distressing nightmares that often woke Larissa by your screams and sobs, to which Larissa would spend hours consoling you despite her long work hours.

By the end of your pregnancy, you were totally over the whole situation. Not only were you carrying the weight of a whole other human but your back hurt all the time, your ankles were the size of beach balls and the Braxton and Hicks contractions were borderline torture. Sleep being hard to come by all contributed to you wanting your baby earth side now. Larissa liked to suggest that perhaps the child was a perfect mix of your stubbornness and her determination was why your due date came and went with no signs of labour. No. In fact it was 8 days later that things got real, just in time for the end of semester holidays.

After twelve hours of relentless contractions, broken sobs and curses to your lover and little sleep did you bring your child into the world with a massive gasp of relief. Hearing their cry of protest brought tears to both of your eyes as the nurses took the child away to clean them off before bringing them back and placing them on your bare chest without revealing. The doctors and nurses fluttering round the room to ensure you and the baby got the best postpartum treatment before coming to congratulate both of the new mothers.

“You did so well sweet girl, so proud of my girl” Larissa murmured pressing sweet kisses to your forehead as you both gazed down lovingly at the content newborn. “Georgina Faye Weems” you murmured happily as your index finger came to trace her little cheek.

“I thought we decided on Ophelia darling” Larissa murmured just basking in her beauty and the knowledge that she was right all along, now she’d be able to hold her girls. “Georgina for your aunt Isa.”

“That’s beautiful sweetheart, Georgina Faye Weems, you are one beautiful little angel, your momma and mommy love you so much. Everyone at Nevermore is going to love her” Larissa pondered choking back the emotion of her daughters name honouring her long lost aunt.

Adjusting to motherhood isn’t as easy as everyone else makes it look, thankfully Larissa could take the time in the holidays to spend time with her perfect little family as you healed from the birth. Larissa happily woke up to settle Georgina using the milk you’d expressed to allow you some sleep. Being in your blissful bubble of love with her and Georgina was utterly perfect, until the start of school popped that bubble. Larissa had your cover arranged, you’d gone over and over the work they’d be teaching and ensured the teacher would have access to all the materials. What you weren’t expecting was for how hard you’d find the day with your newborn alone.

Larissa couldn’t help but notice how irritated you’d become with her when she’d leave her office for the day. The irritation could rival your stubbornness at the earlier days in your relationship with ease. The poor blonde didn’t know what to do to help you through this time. You were taking on the night shifts now but Larissa had no idea how much sleep you were losing just unable to sleep. Then you noticed that you’d lose concentration for simple tasks, household tasks piling up, being unable to calm your fussy daughter and a huge lack of appetite. You’d make something to eat only to feel physically sick when you managed to sit down to eat.

You were crouched down against the wall, your daughter clutched to your chest as she wailed alongside your sobs and pleas for her to quieten. At this point, you were almost ready to tear your hair out, she is a beautiful girl and there’s no denying that but it seems your brain could only convince you that you’d fail her. That you are failing her. She deserved more than you for a mother. If Larissa was here she’d know how to soothe the baby. Despite being the one to carry her for nine months, birth her and being with her all day every day for at least two weeks without the tall shifter, it was like you were a stranger to her.

Georgina’s little cheeks were bright red now as she wailed unhappily, little fists balled up, the louder her cries were the more tears you shed as you absentmindedly rocked back and forth at a loss for what would help. You’d fed changed and cuddled Georgina, yet nothing seemed to settle her. Until Larissa came in to save the day.

“Oh my little flower, what’s wrong sweet girl? What’s the tears for Gina?” Larissa murmured softly coming to take the baby from you, allowing you the chance to stand up and breathe. Only, you couldn’t. Georgina settled down as she snuggled into the blondes chest, seemingly tired herself out from all the crying. Meanwhile you only seemed to curl into a ball and sob harder. “I failed her” and “she hates me” were mumbled over and over again. Only then did all the symptoms make sense to the principal. Postpartum depression. She’d read about it in all the books but seemingly missed all the signs in you. Her lover.

Placing the now sleeping baby into her bassinet Larissa immediately came to wrap you in her arms like you are a precious china doll. “Oh my darling girl, I’m so sorry I failed you my love, how long has it been this way?” She whispered as her hand rubbed soothing circles on your back. “I’m a terrible mom, she hates me. She loves you, what do I do wrong?” You sobbed your heart out on her shoulder, now the feelings started to flow there was absolutely no stopping the flow. And Larissa, being your stable shoulder to cry on, she held you through it all, promising to take some more time off Nevermore, to help you through this every step of the way. With her love and support you managed to heal and feel more like yourself again.

As your daughter grew, her own little personality began to shine through, it is apparent that she is as stubborn as you yet as truthful and gentle as the Principal of Nevermore. Students of Nevermore adored little Gina more than life itself, Enid particularly loved to gift her soft plushy’s and even Wednesday gifted her a small black swan plush teddy to go alongside the white dove Enid had crocheted.

However, Georgina’s favoured teddy happened to be a soft blush pink bear that you had gifted her for her first birthday. That bear never left her side, a special connection for you and your daughter. At a year and a half Georgina discovered Ice cream for the first time. Smearing it all around her face as you giggled with your daughter, Larissa walking unsuspectingly into the ice cream covered one year old. Now covering the bottoms of her mamas work skirt in vanilla ice cream.

Her little aura seemed to grow daily, beautiful twists and twirls of orange, green, lavender and light blue seemed to brighten with every day of her life, a perfect little blend of you and Larissa Weems, who would’ve knew that Larissa had unknowingly grown your family on your anniversary night. Your daughter being three and incredibly beautiful and brilliant would be a brilliant big sister.

Word count ~ 1718

[deckofcookiez]

The Alex Kister Situation

Alright; I've been more of a lurker on here for awhile, but for months now--almost a year--I've been a massive fan of the Mandela Catalogue, and this fandom has been a major form of escapism and safety for me. So, I feel the need to say something about the current situation.

To start, I'm putting a link to the document with all of the information about what happened, as it's important to read it and learn about this whole situation in depth:

With that out of the way, I just wanted to share my own personal opinion; personally, Mandela Catalogue has legitimately become my special interest. I have pretty much obsessed over it ever since I first found it, and everything I've written or drawn since then has been to do with it. It's been very important to me, especially due to the community here on tumblr, as this fandom is probably the most supportive and open places on the internet I've found. I feel a lot more connected because of it, and it made me feel comfortable and safe.

I was in a bad mental space today, and when I found out about this, I had a pretty bad breakdown--some might call it an overreaction, but you don't know just how dependent my mental health had become on this series and fandom. (I will be working on avoiding this habit in the future, as it isn't healthy to depend so heavily on one interest)

After reading through the document, and just seeing so many opinions and contributions from others, I am almost certain that these allegations are true. But I always, always listen to all perspectives before making judgement, so I will not be going full "I hate Alex, he's a despicable person!!" before Alex gives his own point of view.

That being said, I do believe Alex has serious issues that he needs to get handled. I am hesitant to call this pedophilia, as from what I've gathered, he didn't seem to have active malicious intent towards minors(correct me if I missed something that said otherwise)--rather, I get the impression that Alex simply doesn't understand boundaries, and genuinely saw his fans as mutuals. He seems to be a person who's manipulative--whether intentionally or not--and his personal relationships, platonic, romantic, or sexual, turn very toxic because of this. So, trying to have personal relationships with fans, people who look up to him and see him in a very different light, results in inevitable toxicity as well.

I get the sense that Alex simply is a young person, struggling with mental health and gender dysphoria, who was thrust into extreme popularity very suddenly, and doesn't have the maturity level to handle it properly. Overall, I do not support him, if he continues to act like this--if he makes genuine, real efforts to deal with his mental health and his unhealthy behaviours, I would respect him for that. I wouldn't look at him quite the same, but as long as someone makes genuine efforts to better themself after doing something wrong, I appreciate and respect that, and may eventually give forgiveness. But, if he doesn't make those efforts, if he continues his patterns and refuses to try and get better, then that is on him and at that point I have lost any and all respect for him. At that point, you are not a good or reasonable person, in my eyes.

Regardless of how things go with Alex himself, though, I want to say...

You do not have to support a creator to enjoy their work!!

I am a huge fan of Danny Phantom, and that show's creator is a genuine piece of shit. Like, a truly despicable human being. That fandom successfully has, just... completely ripped the show and characters from their creator. They have cut him out entirely, nothing he says holds any impact or meaning to them and it hasn't for years. He's seriously fallen off. And it's still a fun, active fandom! The people in there are super neat!!

And, hell, look at the whole mess with J. K. Rowling!! She is an absolutely disgusting person. But so many people grew up with Harry Potter, and still like her stories, without actively supporting her--lots of creators turn out to be really awful people, but that doesn't mean that what they made is automatically awful as well. They still have some kind of creative ability, that happened to produce something that garnered a significant amount of attention.

We don't need Alex to still enjoy the concept, characters, and overall story he's created. We can still make fanworks, still appreciate what it is that drew us to the series in the first place.

Honestly, out of everything that the fallout of this would bring, I was most terrified of the fandom itself dying, as that is what truly matters the most to me. This place, these people are so important to me, and I am so scared of this community falling apart. I've already seen plenty of people stating that they will no longer be associating with TMC, and are just completely distancing themselves from it. It feels like things are already dying and disappearing and it really, really fucking hurts.

I guess what I'm trying to say, is that... if that is your choice, if you truly do not want to associate with TMC anymore whatsoever, then I don't blame you for it. I understand if you can't look at the series the same way after this, and I respect that choice.

But you don't have to, if it still means anything to you. Fandoms are more than just their creators--they're the community that has been built around the work, and this community is possibly the best one I've ever been in. I don't want to see it die. So, just know, that you can still love this fandom, this story, these characters, without supporting Alex. You can still draw the characters, make OCs, write fanfiction, etc. He won't get money from that--only from directly watching his content or buying his merch.

Finally, I'd like to say to go support the victims. They didn't deserve this--no matter what Alex's intentions were. Please support them, and regardless of how this turns out, do not continue actively supporting Alex Kister. I am sure that, whatever his intentions were, he did still harm people and that is not okay.

Also, this is all just my own opinion, based on what I know; I was not in the discord, I don't have Twitter, I don't personally know anyone involved and I have not seen everything regarding the situation as a whole. I simply felt I should state my current opinion, as I'm seeing a lot of people freaking out and spiraling and just leaving the fandom entirely. I wanted to remind people that it's okay to still enjoy this fandom and be a part of it, without Alex. My opinion may change some with new information I find, but overall, I am of the opinion that Alex should not be supported, while the Mandela Catalogue itself can be separated from him and still be enjoyed and appreciated.

And, whatever happens... Adam Murray, Jonah Marshall and Thatcher Davis are officially honorary characters in my stash of little guys. If he's not fit to keep them then they will become my creative outlet instead (and others who love them, obviously). They're very special characters to me, I can't express just how many things I have written and drawn to do with them, and I refuse to give them up.

(another addition, regarding the apparent 'alter egos' Alex apparently had: Possibly consider DID? I know a lot of people with DID will often mistake it for other things, including simply being gender non-conforming, when in actuality they really have alters that just identify differently. Not diagnosing, I don't know enough about him to make any real claims--it was just a thought.)

[dicentsalve]

so... based on the chart thing... you like tiziano and cioccolata together? /gen /pos /very much interested in this concept

Here comes the moment of my confession

This pairing is one of those that I have in a small frame and which I do not promote now, but at one time it made a certain contribution to the study of the characters.

I can't say that I really like them together, it's more of an interesting branch for reflection.

First of all

For those who haven't seen it, I remind you that according to my headcanons, Tiziano and Cioccolata are Sicilians for reasons I explained in that same post.

Tiziano and Cioccolata are both men with a firm, unwavering, dominant character, accustomed and striving to keep the situation under their control.

Tiz as a whole seems the most adequate of this whole unita.

But of the two, Tiziano will clearly be the more sane.

And cuz of this, Cioccolata gets a stronger position, since he is ready to take much more radical measures, while Tiz will retreat.

Their combination is, rather, a struggle for the top in all respects, up to physical violence

However, I can’t imagine their sexual relations at all, even as an act of dominance.

This can hardly be called a relationship at all.

They could have a couple of topics for conversation, but if Tiziano is calm, perhaps reluctant to make contact, Cioccolata will definitely try to find and open some abscess, to touch a raw nerve.

I'll even say more, I tried to write something with them, but it didn't go far.

In response to this, Tiz, even if he ignores it at first, will definitely start trying to bend Cioccolata to his will.

It is quite possible that he could succeed.

Not like Ciocco did it with Secco, it'll most likely be the path of Tiz's silent, strict and analytical character, to which Cioccolata won't obey, but will simply play along cheerfully.

And original:

[dervampireprince]

Stop Using Me And My Work For AI

My stance against generative AI has always been clear and I didn’t think I would need to make such a big post reminding people of it until several people this week informed me of AI chatbots that others have made of myself, my original characters, and my voice being used on characterai/cai.

A lot of people who use characterai seem to think people are upset with them for being lonely or ‘cringe’ and if someone is bullying you like that for using it they shouldn’t, especially as a lot of its users are minors. However, you are doing wrong by using characterai because you are contributing to theft.

Generative AI can generate text, images, voices and more by being trained off other people’s work. In almost all cases the work used is not from consenting artists. AI ‘art’ generators take thousands of artists work that it chews up and spits back out and these artists did not consent. Chatbots and generative writing AI like characterai or ChatGPT does the same thing but with writing. I’ve heard too many people be against AI ‘art’ but use characterai (which has built in AI ‘art’ generation features) because they don’t seem to understand that writing can be and is stolen too. It’s taking from any writing that’s online from fanfics to blogs to articles to tweets. And these writers did not consent to have their work taken and then spat back out by a chatbot. Every time chatbots like these write to you, it is doing so by using stolen work. Even if you got the consent of a creator to put their characters on there, the chats generated are still trained on stolen content. Even if you upload your own characters on there, the chats generated are still trained on stolen content. None of that even touches upon the bad environmental impacts of generating anything with generative AI.

And with this situation on characterai, not only have my original characters been made into chatbots without my consent, not only has some of my art of Arden and Ambrose been reposted on there without credit (I don’t allow reposting with credit either) or consent, but my voice has also been taken and used to train two separate AI voices on there, and someone has made a chatbot of me, a real person. None of this was done with my consent or permission.

I feel violated. I don’t know how else to describe it. I feel sick, I’m shaking, I’ve been having panic attacks over this, I feel so deeply distressed. I thought it was bad enough just seeing people taking Ambrose and Arden and putting them on there, but today I found out there’s a chatbot of me. I’m a real person. Just because you listen to my audios or streams doesn’t mean you know me, because you don’t. I’m sorry to be blunt, but this is so uncomfortable parasocial. And then for two people on there to take my voice to make AI voice replicas of me (again without my consent). I don’t think I can put into words how sick and violated that makes me feel, to have my voice stolen.

As of writing this I have 346 videos up here on my Youtube channel and post videos 3 times a week, you are not starved for my voice or my work. I allow for people to make their own fanworks of my characters including fanfiction. I allow for people to commission others to make art of my characters including fanfiction. You have options that aren’t generating AI content. Reader insert fics exist. Your imagination exists. RP communities exist. You know what I did as a kid when stuff like this didn’t exist? I would copy and paste fanfics into Microsoft Word, find and replace the names with my own/my ocs/other characters and then wow you have a fic about anyone you want (obviously I did not post these online, these were just silly edits I made for myself when I was a minor).

Do not contact, send hate, or harass any of the people on characterai who’ve uploaded my characters or myself onto there (or anyone in general using characterai or generative AI). I don’t want this to be a callout post against characterai users. This post is for any of my followers who do use characterai to please learn about the harm generative AI does to creators, raise awareness, and hopefully get these chabots and voices deleted (especially the chabot of myself and the voices). And if anyone who made any characters or voices of myself or my original characters on characterai sees this: please delete them. Please, please delete them. You are not wrong for being lonely, you’re not pathetic or cringe for using characterai, but you are contributing to the theft of people’s works. Some of you have literally stolen my voice.

If you do go and do research into characterai please be careful as recent lawsuits against them to include trigger topics and these will inevitably appear when you search around. That raises a whole other problem with characterai and it’s popularity with minors as there’s nothing that makes it impossible for the chatbot to be hateful, bigoted, harass you, send sexual messages, etc. I know characterai is implementing safeguards, but even they admit they can’t make it impossible for these messages to be sent.

I am not the only creator this has happened too. When browsing characterai to see how many of my characters were on there I found over 50 of YuuriVoice’s characters, and multiple of other creators like Cardlin and Dark And Twisted Whispers. Including not just the characters, but chatbots of themselves.

It’s 3am here and I’m sorry if there’s any typos in this, I did proof read it I promise, I’m just really tired. I was getting into bed and clearing notifications off my phone when I saw the reply on Tumblr telling me my voice was on characterai. Thank you to those of you who made me aware of this, hopefully at least I can get the AI voices of myself taken down as it is against characterai’s TOS to make voices of real people without their consent. It’s also against their TOS for anything on their site to be impersonating real people. Thank you guys as always for supporting me, I’m sorry for such an agitated post I’m just really upset about all of this. Be safe out there.

[nectaric]

@songsofdivinity asked: "There's something deeply and fundamentally wrong with you. Can we kiss?" (Amphi for Po LOL)

poseidon was way too sweaty for the current situation, but then, the lord of the sea had a lot of opinions on the greatest video games of all time, and was not about to withhold his passion. amphitrite married him for it, didn't she? he would pretend she had.

but the pacing, and the arm flailing, and the minutes long rant about first person shooters versus massive open world explorers versus cozy gaming all contributed to one thing: a very heated, very sweaty, very riled up god who finally stopped to catch his breath.

and was met with what was surely the sexiest thing a woman could ever say to him. there was something deeply and fundamentally wrong with him, thanks for noticing!

"fuck yes," poseidon grinned, breathless, as he swooped in to grip his wife by the cheeks and kiss her until she was breathless.

[emerald-soul]

Emergency Commissions Available!

My friend Avisk is in need of some help. They need to raise $400 USD by July 1st to keep their PO box, which is their legal address. They've been trying to overcome chronic homelessness for years, and if they lose the box, they lose the chance of accessing support. See the full details of the situation in their journal here.

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[disaster-on-the-horizon]

Feedback Fest let's gooo!

Here's 10 recommendations from me, in no particular order

1] More Than A Sidekick, by Jason_Todds_Thigh_Holster (Henry Danger)

Oh, the classic "I have to pretend I don't care about you at all to save you, meanwhile I would give the whole word to you"-trope (totally official name). Mixed with the character in danger having relatively low self-worth and a usual "rough around the edges"-caretaker/mentor, it's just HMMMM (/pos)! I'm already a sucker for characters in hostage situations, so pairing these together is Such Good Soup. I personally didn't even keep up much with Henry Danger after my childhood, but the characters are already so nicely characterized within the fic itself, that you truly don't feel like you miss anything.

2] [injury] of a salesman, by becki (Deltarune)

It's only a one shot, but everything that happens is so well organized and shown that I keep forgetting. "basically just lots of spamton getting the love and care he needs" (author's tag) describes it well, and I am HERE for it. Especially the part where the two eat together tugs at my heartstrings, I love characters with some form of food-insecurity being allowed to eat freely. Swatch as a character is also such a delight.

3] URL not found, by Aster269 (@aster269) (Deltarune)

Quite a long one, this time; I read it while it was still going, and it was worth waiting for every update! The Addisons have very clearly established personalities and beliefs that are explained through their backstory. It's also very interesting to see every facet of their life, from childhood, to Big Shot Era to reunion. And personally, I can't get enough of the Addison Family unconditionally loving and supporting each other <3

4] The Wake-Up Call, by cookiescrumbles (Wander Over Yonder)

Wander. Has. Issues. And they are very well acknowledged here.

His personality really shines through here, both in the way he acts and talks. The entire concept is also very sweet; and I love Sylvia's and Wander's relationship. Shout out to the Hat, for getting Wander what he needs!

5] Tiny Reverberations, by Sylphidine_Gallimaufry (@sylphidine) (Deltarune)

SO! CUTE! Very short, but that just contributes to how fun of a read it is. It's pure fluff, and that mixed with Spam's reaction due to his low self-worth is balm for the soul <3 It's just so adorable; love the kitty <3

6] Mourning Dove, by LynnCanigula15 (@moonbeam-dragon) (Darkwing Duck)

I must say, I'm always a fan of people talking about the kinda messed-up stuff that happens in DW sometimes. And I think how the other three members of the F4 react to this - relatively complicated - situation is very much in character for who they are. Big fan of angst, and Bushroot's state of mind is especially interestingly described and established in chapter 2.

7] Back Alley Beatdown, by SwoodMaxProductions (@swoodthis) (Deltarune)

I love seeing Spamton fighting tooth and nail, knowing his own advantages. Sweet Cap'n Cakes are also very sweet and considered to the Spam Man here; making sure to reassure him when necessary. The description of the parts carefully placed beside him is a personal favourite of mine here! It also has a very nice conclusion.

8] Last of your Kind, by Vanyel (@boonbeenblade) (Cult of the Lamb)

It manages to say what it wants so clearly and concisely, seeing the length that it is. The use of language is truly phenomenal, and it shows a very cool outlook on the relationship between the Lamb and TOWW. Even though the fic depicts events that you literally play yourself, it manages to give an interesting outlook on them, making one able to experience them again as if from fresh eyes, from the perspective of the character. The second-person writing comes off as very natural.

9] Ever so slightly, by Pancakes_for_Dragons (Deltarune)

Sometimes I need a story that is just unapologetic angst. The fic gives Rouxls a very clear persona that reflects on his literal state as the "Rules Card" very well. How his relationship with Lancer grows is really sweet; and especially "I’m thoust Lesser father, surely that musteth count for something." and the whole event around it, still has a space in my mind, since the first time I read it!

10] breathe, breathe, by SteveSmackdown2014 (School for Vampires)

Again, just a very sweet story. It's very easy to see it both from Oskar's (with all the knowledge we have as viewers) and from Sunshine's (with a more 'normal', human outlook) perspective; and why they both react the way they do. Oskar's fear is shown as so very real, but the actual moment is just as sweet.

(Deviders by yizaicons)

[fl00mie]

THAT anon againn (I'd love to be squished >:33)!! I just felt like sending nice asks could help a little tiny bit soooo I'm really glad to hear you liked themm :D!! I do get the friends thingy, and I also think it shouldd be okay? So long as they're not putting you down or making you feel sadder, cause that's different! I don't know anything about your situations so I can't sayyy muchh? And even if I did, it wouldn't ever be my place to say what you should or shouldn't feel or do! BUT different friendships bring different things!! If a friend doesn't know much about drawing then they might not know how to react and that's okay!! So yeah!! Thnks for answering all my asks so far! It's still okay if you decide to delete them or private them or whatver later, okay?? Just do what feels rightt!! You're really nice too btw!!! :3 Andd you matter and are alwayss worth more than your contributions to this community :D so remember!! You come first! Then your art! (Even though the art is tots amazing and I love it lots!!! >:3) I'll be here for a long time and so will many others so there's no rushhh <3

it DOES help a lot, you make me smile with every ask of you now<33hqbjw this feels like having a conversation with a friend but publicly and honestly i don't mind at all, feels nice at the end and for some reason makes it even more funnier that the other person is anonymous💥 like, i do see the caring and feels warm inside, thank you so much😭😭 yeayea!! my friends can't completely understand my situation so they just say stuff like "hope everything gets better" or "keep it up" and all that, still, very glad you didn't want to be rude at them in any way, like- come on❤️‍🩹/pos i still want to answer every ask you send it's very very funnyyyy they were just like 3 or 4 by now but somehow i got attached that fast🤧 i don't know if it's appropriate to ask but i would genuinely like to know more about you too, first off— would you like to have some sort of name?? i think most common thing to do is leaving an emoji as a signature at the end, i used to do that!! asking this because i don't know if you'd be comfy revealing yourself ucu

[basithtalks]

The Ultimate Guide to Running Multiple Restaurants

There are times when managing a single restaurant might face a challenge. Increasing foot traffic helps a restaurant to grow, but it can also be an issue if not handled properly. With the growing popularity of dining culture on weekends, restaurant businesses are increasing at a remarkable pace. However, many restaurant owners struggle with the question of how to manage multiple restaurants. 

There are many things to look into while running a successful restaurant business. You ought to make quick decisions regarding the management of your restaurant. Your restaurant should be capable of catering to any situation at any time.   

This blog will provide you with an ultimate guide to multi-unit restaurant management. 

Challenges Faced While Running Multiple Restaurants 

Before we explore how to manage multiple restaurants, let us first dive into the challenges restaurant owners face while running various restaurants. 

Meeting the Demands 

With more options in the market, people look for more every time they visit a restaurant. It is not just about the food but also customer satisfaction that matters the most. Building a trustworthy relationship with your customers is necessary.  

This is doable with social media for a single restaurant, where you can communicate with the customers. However, for multiple restaurants, a robust automation system is necessary. 

Maintaining Control 

Maintaining control over the operations of more than one restaurant becomes challenging. The restaurant business requires continuous monitoring, which is achievable if the owner looks over the operations in person. However, with multi-unit restaurant management, the owner can find it overwhelming to oversee the operations simultaneously. 

Maintaining Quality 

Maintaining consistent quality with different chefs and staff at various locations becomes challenging. Training the staff is essential to maintain consistency across all the restaurants.  

Documenting and adhering to recipes is crucial so that they are easily accessible to the staff. Maintaining a consistent ambience across all restaurants is essential for ensuring a cohesive environment. 

New Customer Acquisition 

Establishing connections with existing customers and understanding their preferences is valuable. However, transitioning to a new location presents challenges as you must rebuild these relationships.  

When expanding to a new area, it's crucial to prioritise customer engagement, considering the shifts in preferences influenced by geographical differences. 

Tips for Running Multiple Restaurants Successfully 

Delegate Responsibility 

Managing all the restaurants at once is challenging; however, this can be achieved by delegating responsibilities. Building a team of trusted managers to allocate responsibility will help to achieve success. 

Entrust Managers with Proper Tools 

Understanding how each unit performs is imperative to improve guest experiences, margins, and profits consistently. An all-in-one system integrated with your POS and other vendors helps you understand each unit’s performance.  

Maintain Consistency  

Your restaurant’s reputation is determined by its consistency, contributing to its success. The customer experience begins as soon as they step into the restaurant. Maintaining the right ambience consistently throughout all the restaurants is necessary to ensure greater satisfaction.  

Centralise the Process 

Centralising data from all locations is necessary to streamline operations across multiple restaurants. This consolidated approach enables owners to monitor all outlets from a single platform, facilitating informed decision-making. Centralising data also solves the issue of how to manage multiple restaurants. 

Conclusion 

Although there are many challenges faced by restaurant owners to maintain efficiency in terms of multi-unit restaurant management, these can be met with a proper system. Implement a robust system that lets the owner delegate the responsibilities and centralise and optimise the restaurant processes. 

QPOS software can help provide all the solutions to ensure the restaurants run smoothly at all locations. With QPOS, all the other systems can be integrated to ensure that all the locations perform up to the mark. 

[redwinterroses]

genuine question here, in regards to not commenting on videos (and fics, and art, etc.) Is there, and if so, where is there, a distinction drawn between people who do not care about commenting, and people who literally do not have the spoons to comment? I can't speak for everyone obviously, but personally, every time I've decided "alright, it's time to be loud and supportive of the things I like through comments!" I end up stopping consuming that content completely, because I literally don't have the mental brainspace and energy to comment. (This isn't a conscious choice I make, either. What happens is I'll sit down, decide to read or watch something, but then when I remember that means commenting as well, I become suddenly actually unable to consume the content in the first place. Like regular procrastination, but guiltier and more bored!) Again, this is a genuine question and I promise I'm not coming from a combative position here. Just tryna get some clarification, because all the talk about it lately is getting a little... aggressive, without much in the way of nuance.

No no, this is a good question, and a good aspect to address. Especially on This Webbed Site where most of us are neurodivergent and/or low-spoons of some flavor.

Here's my short(ish), probably-not-nuanced enough answer:

You have to a) find a balance that works for you, personally, and b) don't take it too seriously.

The first bit of that means that you don't have to force it on days that are tough -- but also don't just say "well. it's not worth it because I 'never' can do it." All or nothing aren't the only two options. And you have to decide for yourself: at what point is it worth it to me to output a bit of extra energy to repay the person who is providing me with something that gives enjoyment? There's a certain entitlement that seems to come into play in the way a lot of people are talking about this, in a "how dare you suggest I make an effort when that's hard for me" kind of way. (to clarify: that's not this ask. It's just a vibe that comes up a lot anytime "leaving comments and feedback" comes up. As if people get insulted at even being asked. Beware: yon way lies the path of the Karen.)

So you have to find a balance that works on your level between "what this is worth to me" and "what I can do right now." That balance can change. Should change, honestly. But it's not a 0% or 100% option -- there's room for gradients.

And the second bit is something I'm seeing a LOT in the tags. People saying things like "I just don't feel like I have anything to contribute" and "I only comment when I have something to say" and "I just never have anything interesting to comment."

Ditch that notion. Literally write it on a piece of paper and toss it in the fireplace. Writing a comment on youtube or tumblr is not in any way a situation that requires meaningful or insightful wordage -- and I mean that in the most /pos sense.

Type "I loved this!" and hit post. "So excited for a [creator name] video today!" "These videos put a smile on my face." "Thanks for a great vid!" Heck. I've seen comments that are literally just "<3!!!!"

And you know what? Those count. Maybe more than the paragraph-length comments tbh, because they're quicker to read through and get that little bit of "oh, that's a drop in the positive bucket."

They help engagement. They contribute to CCs knowing their content is enjoyable and hitting the right audience. They help stats and tweak the algorithm in the CC's favor. It doesn't need to be a deep dive or an original suggestion or a clever quip or whatever. Don't put that pressure on yourself.

I'm not going to sit here and tell you "No, bud, you don't have a choice. If you want to be a good fan you have to push through your own struggles and leave comments, no questions asked, no quarter given." That would be ridiculous and actually cruel.

What I will say is... yeah. Don't take it too seriously. Just, whenever you can, drop a "Cool build!" comment. And let the fact that it really, genuinely can be that little and still make a huge difference to someone's day lower the spoon-rating a little. If you don't see it as That Huge A Thing, it might not require as much energy to actually do.

...anyway that wasn't short at all but I hope maybe it made some sense.

[thewizardtower]

Unsolicited…

You've got a really overwhelming situation. It’s a bit ancillary to my irl job (env health and industrial hygiene), so I wanted to toss some thoughts to the void to maybe make it less heavy? (Def feel free to disregard and delete)

Since the AC is too large for the house, the house will stay too humid because the AC doesn’t have time to “dry” out the air – it’ll kick on and off too quickly instead of running for awhile. I’m guessing this is also contributing to the fire hazard (power cycling of the unit). You may be able to find a company that will trade the unit for a more appropriate one, which could help recoup some of the costs for a new system, or maybe local rebates with the power utility provider if the new unit has a heat pump, or just for being smaller and consuming less energy overall (spitballing ideas)

If you have a dehumidifier (bit spendy), you can put this in affected areas to help the problem from getting worse. For an attic, you can try placing it near a central air intake or exhaust inside of the house, like near vents or the furnace, to try and catch the airflow (if you put the central air furnace to ‘recirculate’). Changing your furnace filters monthly if you don't already should also help with air quality.

Mildew will stain, like the plywood and drywall in the attic, but if it’s dry, it shouldn’t grow. You can also spray surfaces in a diluted bleach solution to help manage it. Just a small bottle of plain bleach (none of those silly laundry kinds) and a spray bottle. An N95 respirator and long sleeve shirt/pants would be a good idea if you go into the attic, but mostly for fiberglass (if you don’t have blown insulation) and potential critter dust (mouse droppings, esp if you’re in a rural area, which I assume if you have a well)

A “hot attic” will be that (hot), but it shouldn’t be “humid”. If it is, it might be worthwhile to visually check your roof or attic and make sure the PO didn’t leave you with a crappy roof and soffit venting set-up, or that the vents weren’t block by wasps, critters, etc.

Sending the best vibes I can, from one broke Millennial to another

Gotta stick together to survive in this shitty capitalist hellscape

Bless you honestly. 🙏🥺 Thank you for this advice! I'm definitely going to use the bleach solution on the mold.. it's everywhere and all into my insulation.

Exactly everything you said is what the repair guy just told me lol that's exactly why there's mold. The previous owners installed a gigantic unit for whatever unknown reason. Unfortunately the AC unit is roughly 20 years old, so I can't trade it in for anything because all the parts and coolant supplies it uses are no longer on the market/viable. We were able to measure what kind of AC unit we'd need and the smaller unit brought the cost down from $13k to...$11.6k. So, not much, but still a little. (I've been considering asking for ko-fi donations since I'm honestly and truly desperate, but I first need to wrestle the part of my brain that doesn't allow me to ask for help first lol).

Thank you, anon, for your advice on this. It truly means a lot to me that you took the time to reach out! People like you make being a poor millennial a little bit easier. Seriously, bless you.

[winterbornebikes]

Bicycle Mechanic - Scooteretti - Ottawa

Company/Shop: Scooteretti

Position: Bicycle Mechanic - Ottawa Store

Job Description: Bicycle Mechanic - Full Time Scooteretti strives to be the very best retailer of electric bicycles and accessories in Canada. We’re looking for a dynamic and mature individual who is passionate about delivering excellence in everything they do. If you are creative, energetic, and possess a positive customer mindset, we want to hear from you! Position Overview: As a full time Bicycle Mechanic at Scooteretti, you’ll be an integral part of our service department, ensuring that every customer’s bike is safe, functional, and ready for the road or trail. With a strong focus on electric bicycles, this role offers an opportunity to grow your skills while working in a supportive and innovative environment. At Scooteretti, our mechanics are trained eBike Experts who possess an in-depth understanding of advanced eBike technologies. We are committed to training and supporting new team members to achieve this expert level. Service Department Responsibilities: - Assemble new bikes to showroom standards, perform tune-ups, and repair customer bikes to meet and exceed company safety and quality expectations. - Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues on electric bikes. - Participate in the packing and shipping of online bike sales. - Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace, adhering to health and safety regulations. - Manage and organize the inventory of spare parts, ensuring everything is stocked and accounted for. - Update customer records and service tickets in the POS system. - Participate in offsite logistics as required. Customer Service Responsibilities: - Ensure all customer service standards are met, delivering exceptional experiences. - Clearly explain bike repair or tune-up needs to customers and recommend appropriate solutions. - Collaborate with customers to understand their concerns and accurately diagnose issues. - Handle customer concerns professionally and resolve them effectively. - Assist with phone inquiries and direct customers to the appropriate team member when necessary. - Support the sales team by assisting customers on the sales floor when needed. - Process sales, returns, and exchanges using the company’s POS and online systems. Qualifications: - Minimum of 1 year of experience in bicycle repair and assembly. - Familiarity with electric bicycles and/or a willingness to learn eBike systems (e.g., Bosch, Shimano, Yamaha). - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; French language is a plus. - Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, managing multiple tasks efficiently. - Strong time management and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the team environment. What We Offer: - Above Industry Wages and Compensation: We reward hard work and expertise. - Premium Benefits Package: Comprehensive 100% employer paid health and wellness coverage (Health Care, Travel Insurance, Dental Care, Critical Illness and a generous Health Spending Account). - State-of-the-Art Workspace: A clean, organized, and modern workshop designed for efficiency. - Training and Development: Learn from our trained eBike Experts and gain hands-on experience with the latest eBike systems. We are committed to helping you become an expert in the field. - Positive Work Environment: A collaborative and inclusive culture where your contributions matter. - Staff Discounts: On bikes, parts, and accessories. Your ability to adapt to various situations, challenges, and duties will be crucial to your success in this role. Scooteretti is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Wage/Salary: $62400.00

Contact Name: William Leishman

Contact Email Address: inquiries@scooteretti.com

Phone Number: (613) 244-0000

Website: http://scooteretti.com

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What is POS Billing Software? 

In these Days rapid-paced retail global, green billing and inventory control are crucial for success. POS (Point of Sale) billing software has revolutionized the manner retail stores take care of these tasks. It allows for short billing, accurate inventory tracking, and smooth patron experiences. But what exactly is It and how does it gain retail businesses?  

Why Choose POS Billing Software?  

POS is an effective device that simplifies billing, manages inventory, and improves consumer pleasure. It replaces conventional billing techniques with a quicker, digital procedure, saving treasured time for each customer and employees. Businesses that switch to POS billing systems can perform more effectively, allowing them to focus on what surely topics: their customer. 

Problems Without POS Billing Software  

Operating a retail store without POS Billing Software can cause numerous demanding situations, together with:  

Manual Errors: Traditional billing methods increase the probabilities of human error, that can result in financial losses and consumer dissatisfaction.  

Time-Consuming Processes: Manual billing is slow, affecting purchaser wait instances and employee productiveness.  

Inventory Management Issues: Without POS, monitoring stock turns tedious, leading to stockouts or overstock situations.  

Limited Customer Insights: A guide device doesn’t let you accumulate information on buying trends, purchaser preferences, and other valuable metrics.    

What Are the Different Types of POS Billing Software?  

It is available in several paperwork, catering to diverse company desires. Here’s a observe the principal kinds:  

Cloud-Based POS Systems: These POS answers maintain information on cloud servers, permitting companies to get right of entry to records from everywhere, whenever. They are best for agencies with a couple of locations. 

Mobile POS Systems: With a cell POS, personnel can method transactions the use of a pill or cellphone. This opportunity is good for businesses seeking out flexibility.  

On-Premises POS Systems: These systems keep information regionally, making them suitable for agencies that prioritize records manipulate and safety. However, they will require extra protection. 

Self-Service Kiosk POS: Often utilized in eating places or huge shops, the kiosks allow customers to check out independently, lowering wait times.  

Benefits of POS Billing Software  

Implementing these software programs can redecorate your retail operations in more than one way. Here are some incredible blessings:  

Faster Billing: Quick and green transactions beautify customer enjoy.  

Accurate Inventory Management: Real-time monitoring prevents stockouts and overstock.  

Sales Tracking: Provides insights into height income intervals, well-known merchandise, and consumer selections.  

Employee Management: Tracks employee overall performance, artwork hours, and income contributions.  

Improved Customer Experience: Reduces wait instances and offers seamless charge options. 

Key Features of POS Billing Software 

When selecting a POS machine, don't forget these critical features that decorate its functionality:  

Inventory Management: Tracks inventory degrees, indicators on low inventory, and manages product classes.  

Customer Management: Stores consumer facts, allowing loyalty packages and customized offers.  

Sales Reporting: Generates targeted income reviews, assisting commercial enterprise owners apprehend developments.  

Payment Integration: Accepts various payment methods, which include cash, credit cards, and virtual wallets.  

User-Friendly Interface: Simple design guarantees that employees can operate it without sizable schooling.  

Conclusion  

In the aggressive retail enterprise POS Billing program is a have to-have tool for streamlining operations and enhancing consumer delight. From coping with stock to monitoring income, an awesome POS machine supports each element of a retail commercial enterprise.  

FAQs:   What is POS Billing Software? 

POS billing is a system that handles sales transactions, tracks inventory and manages customer data making the checkout process faster and more efficient.  Why do retail shops need POS Billing Software? 

POS billing helps retail shops reduce billing errors, manage inventory in real-time, and offer faster checkouts, improving customer satisfaction and store efficiency. 

Can small stores use POS Billing Software? 

Yes, many POS systems are designed for small businesses, offering affordable and easy-to-use solutions that streamline billing and inventory management.     

[pradeep-45]

What is POS Billing Software? 

In these Days rapid-paced retail global, green billing and inventory control are crucial for success. POS (Point of Sale) billing software has revolutionized the manner retail stores take care of these tasks. It allows for short billing, accurate inventory tracking, and smooth patron experiences. But what exactly is It and how does it gain retail businesses?  

Why Choose POS Billing Software?  

POS is an effective device that simplifies billing, manages inventory, and improves consumer pleasure. It replaces conventional billing techniques with a quicker, digital procedure, saving treasured time for each customer and employees. Businesses that switch to POS billing systems can perform more effectively, allowing them to focus on what surely topics: their customer. 

Problems Without POS Billing Software  

Operating a retail store without POS Billing can cause numerous demanding situations, together with:  

Manual Errors: Traditional billing methods increase the probabilities of human error, that can result in financial losses and consumer dissatisfaction.  

Time-Consuming Processes: Manual billing is slow, affecting purchaser wait instances and employee productiveness.  

Inventory Management Issues: Without POS, monitoring stock turns tedious, leading to stockouts or overstock situations.  

Limited Customer Insights: A guide device doesn’t let you accumulate information on buying trends, purchaser preferences, and other valuable metrics.    

What Are the Different Types of POS Billing Software?  

It is available in several paperwork, catering to diverse company desires. Here’s a observe the principal kinds:  

Cloud-Based POS Systems: These POS answers maintain information on cloud servers, permitting companies to get right of entry to records from everywhere, whenever. They are best for agencies with a couple of locations. 

Mobile POS Systems: With a cell POS, personnel can method transactions the use of a pill or cellphone. This opportunity is good for businesses seeking out flexibility.  

On-Premises POS Systems: These systems keep information regionally, making them suitable for agencies that prioritize records manipulate and safety. However, they will require extra protection. 

Self-Service Kiosk POS: Often utilized in eating places or huge shops, the kiosks allow customers to check out independently, lowering wait times.  

Benefits of POS Billing Software  

Implementing these software programs can redecorate your retail operations in more than one way. Here are some incredible blessings:  

Faster Billing: Quick and green transactions beautify customer enjoy.

Accurate Inventory Management: Real-time monitoring prevents stockouts and overstock.  

Sales Tracking: Provides insights into height income intervals, well-known merchandise, and consumer selections.  

Employee Management: Tracks employee overall performance, artwork hours, and income contributions.  

Improved Customer Experience: Reduces wait instances and offers seamless charge options. 

Key Features of POS Billing Software 

When selecting a POS machine, don't forget these critical features that decorate its functionality:  

Inventory Management: Tracks inventory degrees, indicators on low inventory, and manages product classes.  

Customer Management: Stores consumer facts, allowing loyalty packages and customized offers.  

Sales Reporting: Generates targeted income reviews, assisting commercial enterprise owners apprehend developments.  

Payment Integration: Accepts various payment methods, which include cash, credit cards, and virtual wallets.  

User-Friendly Interface: Simple design guarantees that employees can operate it without sizable schooling.  

Conclusion  

In the aggressive retail enterprise POS Billing program is a have to-have tool for streamlining operations and enhancing consumer delight. From coping with stock to monitoring income, an awesome POS machine supports each element of a retail commercial enterprise.  

FAQs:   What is POS Billing Software? 

POS billing is a system that handles sales transactions, tracks inventory and manages customer data making the checkout process faster and more efficient.  Why do retail shops need POS Billing Software? 

POS billing helps retail shops reduce billing errors, manage inventory in real-time, and offer faster checkouts, improving customer satisfaction and store efficiency. 

Can small stores use POS Billing Software? 

Yes, many POS systems are designed for small businesses, offering affordable and easy-to-use solutions that streamline billing and inventory management.     

[beecha]

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Please consider donating, even a small amount like 10 or 15 £, as every contribution makes a difference. If you can't donate, please share my story to help me reach my goal. Your support means the world to me.

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