#survivor's apparel

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I Am a Survivor: 8 Years Breast Cancer Free Butterfly Merchandise

"Celebrating 8 Years of Triumph: A Breast Cancer Survivor's Radiant Rebirth, Symbolized by the Butterfly"

For those who have faced the formidable challenge of breast cancer, the journey towards wellness and healing is one marked by immense courage, resilience, and a profound appreciation for the preciousness of life. As a breast cancer survivor celebrates 8 years of being disease-free, the symbol of the butterfly takes on a profound and

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deeply personal significance, representing the remarkable transformation and rebirth that has occurred.

The butterfly, with its delicate wings and captivating metamorphosis, serves as a powerful metaphor for the survivor's own journey. Just as the caterpillar undergoes a remarkable transformation to emerge as a beautiful, vibrant butterfly, the breast cancer survivor has confronted adversity, endured the challenges of treatment, and emerged stronger, more resilient, and more deeply connected to the wonder of life.

This 8-year milestone is a testament to the survivor's unwavering strength, their dedication to their own well-being, and the support of loved ones who have walked alongside them. The butterfly, with its vibrant colors and graceful movement, becomes a symbol of the survivor's renewed lease on life, a tangible representation of the triumph over a formidable foe and the reclaiming of one's own story.

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As the survivor embraces this milestone, the butterfly serves as a reminder of the fragility and preciousness of life, as well as the indomitable human spirit that can overcome even the greatest of obstacles.

"Butterfly-Themed Gifts: Bringing Joy, Wonder, and Transformation"

The delicate, ethereal beauty of butterflies has long captivated the human imagination, making them a beloved motif for thoughtful, meaningful gifts. When adorning presents with the graceful silhouette of a butterfly or incorporating butterfly-inspired designs, the resulting gifts carry a deep symbolic resonance.

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Butterfly-themed presents evoke a sense of wonder, transformation, and the enduring power of hope. Whether it's a delicate piece of jewelry, a whimsical home decor item, or a work of art that captures the essence of these enchanting creatures, each butterfly-inspired gift becomes a tangible expression of the giver's heartfelt sentiments.

For those embarking on a journey of personal growth or overcoming life's challenges, a butterfly-themed present can serve as a powerful reminder of the ability to emerge from adversity, transformed and renewed. Similarly, for celebrations of new beginnings or milestones, the butterfly's symbolism of metamorphosis and resilience makes it a fitting choice to commemorate these joyous occasions.

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Ultimately, butterfly-themed gifts possess a magical quality, inspiring awe, wonder, and a deeper appreciation for the beauty and resilience that can be found in the natural world.

[heyitslapis]

A compilation of tshirts that im obsessed with

[fishshhh]

Also, my favorite costume in the game - survivor's hunting apparel

[dvinaamesca]

If it's alright, may I request screenshots of P with his long dark hair in the survivor's hunting apparel? No rush of course, I know art takes time 👉🏻👈🏻

Hi! ^ ^ of course! I did some Romeo fight as well~

[wynsomeart]

Biased, opinionated ranking of Lies of P FTP outfits ✌️

1. Workshop Master's Workwear

This shouldn't be a surprise this outfit is a 10/10 everything about it is *chef's kiss* , but mostly I love how it fits him/the cut of the pants.

2. Alchemist's Cape

Also probably not a surprise. Love the cut of the pants, the fun little cape, the little intricate details in the decoration. Love pairing it with the top hat and glasses when I'm feeling particularly posh.

3. Owl Doctor's Hunting Apparel

Possibly a controversial take, but atp it should be obvious this is my favourite pant style. Straight but accentuated and flattering. Also the coat is fun and I love the silly little oversocks.

4. Blue Blood's Tailcoat

My favourite outfit to draw, or at least the one I've pretty much only drawn. Love the patterns and details, all the frills and this is my second favourite pants style in the game. Not as big a fan of the stockings but I think he still pulls it off.

5. Survivor's Hunting Apparel

Used to not be a big fan of this one but I've warmed up to it. Understated and looks good with most masks, not too fancy but not too shabby, perfect business casual for hunting puppets and monsters alike.

6. Treasure Hunter's Hunting Apparel

My favourite stalker outfit. Love the bandages on the arm, the multiple belts, the neutral colour scheme, the cut of the neckline. Perfect for cosplaying your biggest opp.

7. Monster Sweeper's Hunting Apparel

Green version of The Parrot's apparel. Don't like this belt as much though, and the pants are a bit baggy in the wrong ways, but it has the arm bandages and a fun necktie.

8. The Atoned's Hunting Apparel

Middle-grade outfit. Every part of it is decent but nothing stands out or comes together in an outstanding way.

9. Black Cat's Hunting Apparel

This would probably be higher if I liked the collar better lol. Call me petty, but this outfit needs a necktie or something around the neck. Other than that I like the sleeve, and the belt is decent. Pants are quite nice too, same fit as the baggy ones but dark enough to not really notice.

I'll repost with the rest :)

[yetisidelblog]

People belonging to ethnic, cultural, and religious groups in northwestern China, including Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, and Hui, are currently the target of the largest organized detention of an ethno-religious minority the world has seen since World War II. Since 2017, over one million have been detained.

Detainees are made to work under constant surveillance, with assigned minders and no freedom to leave. Their forced labor contributes to the production of goods for numerous multinationals.

The native people of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Northwest China—known to locals as East Turkistan—are largely from Turkic ethnic groups. Ethnically and culturally distinct from China’s majority Han population, most Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, and Hui are Muslim, and their languages—with the exception of the Hui—are unrelated to Mandarin and Cantonese. They have long been persecuted for their ethnicity by the government, which has repressed their language, religion, and culture, along with settling millions of Han Chinese in the Uyghur Region.  Racial discrimination against Muslims is commonplace.

In recent years, however, the government’s efforts to oppress and forcibly assimilate people from Turkic and Muslim-majority ethnic groups, like Uyghurs, have expanded dramatically.

Detention camps and forced labor

Survivor accounts, leaked official documents and satellite imagery confirm that the Chinese government is subjecting hundreds of thousands of Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, Hui, and other Turkic and Muslim people to systematic forced labor in detention camps, prisons, and factories. Forced loyalty to the Communist party, renunciation of Islam, constant surveillance, and torture are among the other horrifying conditions that they face. Experts argue that forced labor is now so widespread in the Uyghur Region that all goods produced there should be considered tainted.

Few detainees are charged with any crime but rather are targeted simply for practicing their Muslim faith.  The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination states that Muslim minorities are now “treated as enemies of the State based on nothing more than their ethnoreligious identity.” Analysts have argued that the Chinese government’s use of forced labor as part of an effort to forcibly assimilate an ethnic group and eliminate culture and religion sets it apart from more common forms of forced labor and could make the government guilty of crimes against humanity. Some have even described the government’s actions as cultural genocide. 

The complex Uyghur forced labor system

The forced labor of Uyghurs and other people from Turkic or mainly Muslim ethnic groups has become a significant part of the Chinese economy. A complex system of buying and selling their labor has developed, with many brokers and local officials advertising “government sponsored workers” online. 

Reports have revealed that the forced labor of Uyghurs has been expanded beyond the Uyghur Region, with at least 80,000 Uyghurs transferred to factories across China where they cannot leave, are constantly surveilled, and must undergo “ideological training” to abandon their religion and culture.

Countless big companies profiting from forced labor

Countless Western companies are also profiting from this system of forced labor in their supply chains. Over 20 percent of the global apparel’s cotton supply is grown in Uyghur Region,12 with 84 percent of China’s supply grown in the province. Recent reports implicate at least 83 companies in numerous different industries, in profiting from the forced labor.

The Huafu Fashion Co. mill in Aksu, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, claims to make yarn that eventually finds its way into clothes for Western fast fashion brands. More than 4,000 Uyghurs work there in isolation and under strict “military-style management,” as stated by the local human resources bureau. 13

The Qingdao Taekwang Shoes Co. Ltd. in Laixi City, Shandong, is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of a major sneaker company. As of 2020, around 600 Uyghur people worked in the factory. These workers did not come by choice, are forbidden from leaving, and cannot practice their religion. Photographs of the factory show watchtowers, razor wire, and inward-facing barbed wire fences. 14

A local government document from September 2019 reported that 560 Xinjiang laborers were transferred to work in factories in central Henan province—including a Foxxcon Technology Co. Ltd.  facility in Zhengzhou. Zhengzhou is known locally as ‘iPhone city’ because half of the world’s iPhones are reportedly made there. 

The problem with Shein

Numerous reports have linked fast fashion giant Shein to unethical business practices, including worker exploitation, copyright infringement, and environmental harm. Recently, laboratory tests ordered by Bloomberg found that some of Shein’s cotton was sourced from the Uyghur Region. 

That’s why we have an action for you to write to Shein and join a massive worldwide movement pressuring the company to do better.

After failing to list on the U.S. stock exchange, Shein is pursuing a public listing on the London stock exchange – despite being unable to answer fundamental questions about their supply chain at a U.K. parliamentary hearing. We won’t let this happen – join us in writing to UK regulators calling for them to reject Shein’s application to list!

Skechers is “too busy” to stop forced labor

Skechers’ supplier, Dongguan Oasis Shoes Co., Ltd., has been flagged by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for suspected use of Uyghur forced labor. Instead of cutting ties, Skechers stated that this would have no “material impact” on its business and opened new stores in the Uyghur Region. When contacted about their business presence in the region, Skechers’ vice president of corporate communications was reportedly “too busy to deal with that right now.”

So,we’ve launched a new action for you to take against Skechers.

Driving forced labor

According to the report ‘Driving Force: Automotive Supply Chains and Forced Labor in the Uyghur Region,’ practically every car part requires heightened scrutiny to ensure that it is not linked to Uyghur forced labor. The report implicates over 100 car companies, including Volkswagen, Toyota, Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Tesla, Nissan, and BYD. 

You can tell the ten biggest car companies in the world that they must put people over profits and cut ties with the Uyghur forced labor system.

Not so “clean” energy

In May 2021, through the Coalition, we released an academic report conducted by researchers at Sheffield Hallam University that revealed the shocking fact that almost the entire global solar panel industry is implicated in the Uyghur forced labor system.  Almost half of the world’s solar-grade polysilicon supply, a primary material in solar panel production, is sourced from the Uyghur Region. Further, the world’s four largest solar panel suppliers all source polysilicon from manufacturers implicated in the Uyghur forced labor system.

You can take action to tell world leaders that clean energy must be free of forced labor.

Apple doesn’t walk the talk

You can write directly to Tim Cook, CEO of Apple Inc. While Mr. Cook last year told US Congress that “forced labor is abhorrent,” several current Apple suppliers operating in China have been implicated in the Uyghur forced labor system. Additionally, the New York Times reported in November 2020 that disclosure forms showed that Apple paid lobbyists $90,000 to “educate policymakers” in an effort to soften the language of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act which is currently before the U.S. Senate.  Apple explained that they proposed “suggested edits to make the bill more clear and we believe more effective.” 

Apple has also been supplied employee uniforms as recently as June 2020 by the Esquel group, which was sanctioned in 2020 by the U.S. government over forced labor at a subsidiary firm in the Uyghur Region. Apple keeps saying it has “zero tolerance” for forced labor so why do they continue to work with companies implicated in modern slavery?

Not so fashionable forced labor clothing brands

Through garment supply chains, the entire fashion industry, including products sold by Western brands, is potentially tainted. We are calling on leading brands and retailers to ensure that they are not supporting or benefiting from this pervasive and extensive system of forced labor.

You can write directly to Nike, Uniqlo, and Zara. These are three of the world’s biggest clothing brands by revenue, and each comes from a different region of the world: North America, Asia, and Europe, respectively.

Nike, Uniqlo, and Zara, like almost all companies, claim to prohibit forced labor in their supply chains, yet offer no credible explanation as to how they can do this considering their links to a region where all goods are likely to be tainted by forced labor. By continuing to operate in and maintain links to the region, fashion brands like these are complicit in what many have widely recognized as crimes against humanity. 

An Olympic sized blind spot

The official sportswear uniform supplier of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Anta Sports, is among many apparel companies around the world that source cotton from the Uyghur Region. In March 2021, Anta Sports defiantly declared: “We have always bought and used cotton produced in China, including Xinjiang cotton, and in the future we will continue to do so.” 

The Coalition engaged the IOC privately for eight months in 2021 to seek information and assess assurances about due diligence steps that the IOC may have taken to ensure that Olympic-branded merchandise is not made with Uyghur forced labor. On December 21, 2021, the IOC rejected the Coalition’s proposed terms for substantive, constructive, and mutually respectful two-way dialogue.  The Olympics may be over but you can still let the IOC know that we’re watching them and their blind spot when it comes to human rights.

Join the movement

The Chinese government has defended the camps where cotton and garments are produced as voluntary “vocational training centers” that serve to provide professional opportunities and eliminate extremism. But the stories above are just some of the mounting evidence that reveals this system of modern slavery for what it is.

We have the power to push for change. Although the Chinese government continues to deny any wrongdoing, we can draw attention to the issue and put pressure on them to end the use of forced labor. Western governments and corporations must end their involvement in implicated factories. By making it neither economically nor politically advantageous for the Chinese government to continue its current treatment of these people, we can make a difference.

There is a growing movement calling for these changes, and now we have ample evidence to argue for it. Some officials in the U.S. government and around the world have already started calling for laws banning imports from the Uyghur Region. Some companies have cut ties with their factories in the Uyghur Region, while others have pledged to investigate their supply chains. Let’s take advantage of this momentum and use our voice as civil society to cement real change.

Call out Shein! Sign the petition telling the ten biggest car companies to put people before profits! Call for forced labor-free solar power! Write to Apple and fashion brands. Write to Urban Outfitters. Read Rahima’s story.

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[tiramisublues]

If you still are taking screenshot requests, may I please request some shots of long-dark-haired P with the Survivor's Hunting Apparel outfit? 🥺💚

Serving them up just for you ♡♡

I forgot i have to do New Game + only to revert him back to P xD And yes i still do requests ♡ until the DLC drops, i'll take as much as i can. (乂 ღ˘⌣˘) ノ ♥ ヽ (ˆ⌣ˆ)

Hope you are loving this!

( 1st pic, you can still actually see his double chin hehe ♡ )

[dipplinduo]

Sweet and Sour Dipplins

Kieran suggesting Ribombee for the swimsuits themed is too amazing! I LOVE it!!!

Kieran in the beginning: Juliana's is so cute-NO. NO SHE'S THE ENEMY. WITCH. WITCH!!!!

Kieran in the beginning: she's just standing there...pretending to look all innocent and angelic...with her bouncy chestnut hair and beady brown eyes akin to a Ribomb-FUCK. WAIT WHY AM I DREAMING ABOUT THIS

Kieran not too long ago: oh god they're so similarly small and dainty and magical actually wtf???

Kieran like a bit ago: OH MY ARCUES WAIT A SECOND I UNLOCKED A SURPRESSED CHILDHOOD MEMORY AND NOW I'M UTTERLY TERRIFIED OF RIBOMBEES BECAUSE THEY REMIND ME OF HOW MY MOM'S SAVED MY LIFE AND I HAVE SURVIVOR'S GUILT, SHIT

Also Kieran, immediately after: my Julibee, my little love bug, lets get you a whole ass swimsuit apparel that's themed after Ribombee-

Ladies, Gentlemen, & Folks?

~ * Kieran * ~

[akhenaten-art]

Furious Roadworn Leather Jacket

From the world of Second Strike.

Let it never be said that living in the post-apocalyptic wastelands means you need to do so without style. A roadworn leather jacket is the perfect apparel for hard boiled survivors.

03/29/2025

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DESCONTOS DE BLACK FRIDAY NA FRANQUIA TOMB RAIDER!

PLAYSTATION: 70% off na trilogia Tomb Raider Survivor De 22 de Novembro a 2 de Dezembro

XBOX: Até 80% off em jogos Tomb Raider selecionados De 15 de Novembro a 2 de Dezembro

STEAM: Até 90% off em jogos Tomb Raider selecionados De 27 de Novembro a 4 de Dezembro

GEAR E MERCH: Até 70% de desconto na loja oficial do Tomb Raider De 27 de Novembro a 2 de Dezembro

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In a world reshaped by cataclysm, "Apex Reclaimed" emerges as the quintessence of post-apocalyptic fashion. This line is for the survivors, the innovators, the rebels. Each piece, forged from the ruins, mixes durability with a unique, edgy design. From rugged jackets to boots that have tread the line between eras, our apparel is not just clothing—it's a statement of resilience and rebirth. Wear the future with "Apex Reclaimed": where the remnants of the past forge the style of tomorrow.

[pandoraescape]

After the War of Pandora, humans and Na'vi are slowly reconstructing their homes and lives from scratch. Cristina Prince, a horticulturist, was given a job that may well be her greatest challenge yet, for she's given the position of raising a few weeks old baby girl, Myla Socorro, daughter of Miles Quaritch and Paz Socorro.

Spider: A few weeks Cristina: 25 Jake: 22 Neytiri: 18

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"War brings death and conveys life, for when one door is closed, another is opened."

A slight sense of bewilderment overtook Cristina as she gazed at the written words in her notes, causing her to blink in confusion. The atmosphere at Hell's Gate was peaceful that night following the intense battle between Hometree and the Tree of Souls. The RDA personnel were exiled, except for a group of scientists, the avatar team, and some RDA defectors who were allowed to stay.

After the intense battle, Pandora's wounds were tended to, and with time, she gradually regained her strength. Eventually, tranquility was restored to the once chaotic environment, bringing much-needed peace. Harmony was finally restored to Pandora as it slowly healed from the fight. After the incident, those who stayed behind helped the survivors by building new homes for the Na'vi and replanting the burned forest. Some even took in orphans who lost their families during the fight. Dr. Norm surprised everyone by bringing out a group of Na'vi children he was holding, looking like a proud father filled with joy.

Many scientists continued their work in the field while not assisting the people. However, instead of making discoveries for the progress of Earth, they strive to enhance their knowledge. They were inspired by Dr. Grace Augustine's beliefs and actions with the Na'vi and empathized with their situation. Some crew members also devised ways to maintain the operation of Hell's Gate, which is partly uncomplicated since their energy sources are mainly solar-powered.

Although particular necessities such as sustenance and apparel, as well as the management of avatar operators, pose considerable challenges, Cristina managed to rest for only a few hours before alternating with a fellow team member to persevere in pursuing long-term remedies.

That's why she's been reevaluating the documents of her recent studies of Pandora's flora data from the previous ones.

She hopes to have an operable means of improving the growth of plants that will provide enough provisions for the years to come. It was at that moment that she stumbled upon the quote. She was puzzled as to why she had written it there. It was a reference from her younger days, an old textbook she had used for an article report on the consequences of war. She couldn't understand why she wrote it there; it was a reference from her younger years, some old textbook she'd needed for an article report on the outcomes of warfare. An immediate sense of cruel irony dawned on her mind. She faced war and, like many, suffered the loss of friends, family, and close comrades in protecting a world not even their own. However, if offered another opportunity to change anything, she'd pick saving a world full of life and freedom over allowing the destruction of another.

It's a sad and harsh reality that Earth is facing inevitable destruction. The thought sometimes crosses our mind that if we had treated our planet with respect, taken care of its environment, and not exploited it for our selfish needs, could we have had a chance to survive?

Feeling drained from hours of intense concentration, Cristina took a deliberate breath and carefully placed her meticulously organized documents onto her workspace's cold, unyielding steel surface. She leaned back on the sturdy stool and closed her eyes, gently rubbing her tired face to alleviate the strain and tension that had built up throughout her work. Despite her efforts to maintain focus, the endless stream of numbers and words had begun to blur and merge, making her feel her efforts were in vain. Unbeknownst to her, Cristina started to experience discomfort in her stomach as low grumbles emerged. What was the last time she'd eaten?

Jumping off the stool, she briefly stretched her back before she went toward Hell's Kitchen, hoping to find any ration bars left in the cabinets or any premium coffee Max usually hides behind the bookshelves, which she discovered while cleaning. To keep quiet, Max now shares it with her.

She managed to pass Habmods across the north and central parts of the triangle; however, as she neared one of the residential areas, she heard faint bellows in one of the rooms. Confused, Cristina went to the doorway, pressing her ear against the cold metal surface, waiting for the noise. After a long pause, she pulled back about to leave, thinking it might be something else or her imagination getting to her since she was hungry.

The soft bellows turn to bloody shrieks.

With a swift movement, she lifted her hind leg and directed her attention toward the door. Without a moment's hesitation, she exerted an incredible amount of force, causing the door to break apart from its hinges and fall with a resounding bang onto the floor. Stepping forward, the only things in the bleached room were a single bed, dressers, a miniature bookstand, and a wardrobe. She swiftly starts rummaging around the space, probing at everything, leaving nothing to chance in finding the source. It wasn't until she proceeded to the closet that she uncovered what she'd been looking for, utterly horrified at what was surrounded by a linen basket: a tiny baby girl. With tender care, Cristina reached out to the little one wrapped in a pink blanket, crying inconsolably for an indeterminate time.

The baby's face was flushed and puffy, indicative of the distress she had experienced. Cristina held the infant close to her chest, murmuring gentle words of reassurance, even though she was uncertain if Eywa or her words were reaching the child. Gradually, over a few minutes, the baby's sobs tapered off, eventually becoming intermittent hiccups, as Cristina comforted her with loving care. Taking this opportunity, Cristina quickly stands, darting back to the South side of the Avatar link room.

Upon returning to the room, she immediately spots Dr. Norm Spellman and Dr. Max Patel huddling on her workbench, browsing through the documents she left moments ago. Walking towards them, Norm looks up and greets her," Ah, Dr. Prince, Max, and I was looking over your notes-" Cristina pushes them to the side, ignoring Norm as the horticulturist swipes the papers and other caseloads off the table. Norm and Max were puzzled as they observed their friend silently dumping everything on the floor. Max was worried that she might have a mental breakdown and was about to ask her about her strange behavior when she carefully placed the baby on the ground and started unwrapping the blanket. The two men were frozen in shock, unable to move from the table's side as they watched the scene before them. Norm, completely amazed, approached the table and gazed at the baby girl. "Is that a baby?!" he exclaimed in a high-pitched voice.

Cristina glanced up and gave a disapproving look at the foolish question. "Yes, I found her alone in one of the rooms in the residence. The poor baby was crying nonstop until I arrived." She carefully inspected every inch of the infant's body, gently moving her arms and legs to check for any injuries or skin irritations. Finding nothing, she then checks the baby's diaper. That's when she uncovered the cause of her screams; her diaper was completely full and leaking from the seams meaning whoever left her in that room had been locked in that room longer than Cristina initially thought. Which didn't settle right with her. Placing her hand on the baby's arm, she turned to the two scientists, "Max, I need nurses here for a complete diagnosis, clean fabric, and anything we can feed her," Max could only nod as he ran out of the room. She then turns to Norm," Norm, I need records of whoever is or was pregnant and find answers to why she wasn't in the sanitarium, or nobody claimed her." Norm keeps staring, still unable to process the situation, "Norm!" Cristina shouts at the anthropologist, snapping him out of it, mumbling her sorry as he heads to the Operations Center.

"And bring me, Jake Sully, while you at it!"

"Meet Myla Socorro, daughter of Miles Quaritch and Paz Socorro."

Jake wasn't expecting that sentence as soon as he wheeled himself into the infirmary, barely within the enclosure. Norm and Max were there, along with Cristina, who held a small bundle in her arms, which is probably why Norm called him hysterically. Claiming that he needed to get here quickly, being the greatest possible importance, which he was right about now. As Jake slowly propelled himself forward, the soft hum of his wheels barely audible, his eyes fixated on the tiny bundle before him. With its delicate, creased features, the baby looked up at Jake, and their eyes locked in a moment of mutual curiosity. The baby's gaze was intense, with its large, hazelnut-colored eyes piercing into Jake's own, and for a few seconds, neither of them looked away.

Norm seeing Jake's silent state, continues, "It seems that the relationship between Socorro and Quaritch was kept confidential besides from the higher-ups, and private nurses were attending to her needs; however-" Norm was immediately cut off, "We shipped them all away with the remaining RDA personnel," Cristina said bitterly," and those incompetent bastards didn't have the decency to tell anyone of this little angel." she spoke subduedly and tenderly, stroking Myla's cheek, causing the baby to lean more to the warmth. The two scientists beside her hum in agreement, smiling at Myla. Glancing back toward Jake, Cristina frowned at the man's frozen state, still staring at Myla, so having enough, she went up to the Marine veteran. Gently positioning the baby in his arms, causing Jake finally snapped out of his daze, replaced with slight fear and panic while stiffly holding the newborn.

"I know that you'll be transferring your consciousness to the Na'vi tonight," she said with a small grin, acknowledging the man's unease, "but we really need your assistance in figuring out what to do next."

Due to her young age, cryosleep was not a viable option for Myla to return to Earth. The journey alone would be fatal for her, and even if they waited until she was old enough, she would be too attached to the beautiful landscapes of Pandora to leave her dying home world. Jake knew raising a human child, especially the first one in Eywa'eveng, would be a challenge.

He suggested to Max, "Maybe we could place her with a family in Hell's Gate? There must be some willing to take her in." Max let out a sigh and replied, "We already tried that. Everyone is still adapting to their new roles, and honestly, nobody seems eager to take on more responsibilities."

Jake sighed. However, he'd understood his reasoning. They're mainly comprised of individuals that came to further their work and passions and encounter discoveries, not raising a child. Looking down, he began to truly study the baby's features, from the soft strands of strawberry-blonde hair to her teeny toes that reminded him of those little Tic Tac candies Tommy used to like when they were kids. Smiling, he places his thumb against her hand, marveling at how her soft skin feels against his. Suddenly, sensing his touch, Myla moves toward Jack's hand, clutching onto his ring finger with a firm grip causing Jake's breath to hitch. He gasped as she tried her hardest to bring his hand to her mouth, deeming it food. Cristina giggles at the scene, along with Max and Norm, as they observe Pandora's heroine, the mighty Toruk Makto, be awestruck by a mere baby girl.

"I think someone is hungry~," Cristina chirped, leaving for the kitchen. She later returns with a small glass bottle along with a white cloth. However, rather than grabbing Myla to feed her, Cristina sets the fabric on Jake's right shoulder, placing the bottle into his free hand. The man wanted to send the woman a foul glare at the position she'd put him in, but he moved his fingers away from the tiny baby's toothless jaws, substituting them with the warm bottle. Quickly latching on, Mlya drank happily as Jake's poster became more relaxed, his heartwarming as he watched the girl blissfully aware of her situation as she enjoyed her meal.

Throughout his life, he never thought he'd be someone that liked anything associated with kids; Sure, Jake adored them; however, Jack never imagined having one of his due to his own responsibility and feared he wasn't good enough to be a dad. Growing up, his father, an intoxicated bastard barely around, rendered him and his brother nothing but despair and endless mistreatment. He and Jack constantly fought and even had fistfights that left them with bloody knuckles and bruises that lasted for days. Jake protected Tommy with everything in his being, never wanting that monster to hurt his baby brother, dealing with years of their father's rage until they both turned eighteen, leaving him in the middle of the night for a better life away from that hell.

A sudden belch snapped out of his thought, chuckling he'd move the bottle away from Mlya, "Better out than in, right?" Myla babbled at him as he raised her up to his face. Jake took a moment to appreciate the baby bobble before he handed her back to Cristina, "I need to further discuss this with Neytiri and Mo'at. Until then, Cristina, you will be her primary guardian until we make a permanent decision." Jake declared as he wheeled himself to the exit. Approaching the metal doorways, Jake heard a slight 'wait' from behind him; turning his wheelchair slightly, he looked at Cristina, smiling at him, "Ya?"

"Good luck, and… happy birthday."

Jake glances down, grinning, before he responds in a subdued tone, "Thanks."

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Prompt Discussion - That 90s Tenzo (Decades AU) | Babygirl

Ten Days of Tenzo 2023: Day 8 (Nov 8)

Each year, the prompts for Ten Days of Tenzo are open to your interpretation! We enjoy all the TDOT participation, and we wanted to give some ideas for how you could interpret each prompt.

That 90s Tenzo (Decades AU)

The 90s are back, baby! Put Tenzo in your decade-appropriate apparel, from low-rise pants and oversized t-shirts, to all-over denim, so much flannel, and new definitions of cropped a clothing item can be and still be publicly seen. This isn't just about clothing, but about the culture and counterculture that might be part of it. Can you see Tenzo having a grunge era? Being art of the pop-punk scene? Or does he feel more on the preppy side of things? Explore him joining the social groups of the day!

Have Tenzo experience the plot of a beloved 90s movie or show. Who would Tenzo be in a Clueless situation? The Parent Trap? The Mask? Have him learn life lessons, or fall in love in absurd circumstances, or encounter some fantastical magic that while resolving happily, might be just-a-little-too-haunting-to-forget. Live out the dream of seeing Tenzo in Brandy's version of Cinderella!

Give Tenzo other iconic 90s moments. Have him rewind his VHS from a video rental place, or use a stamp and sniff marker, take care of his virtual pets or eat something which is flavoured as just "blue." Maybe he's involved in the boyband culture of the time. Maybe we just want to see him using a walkman, or not being able to use the phone and internet at the same time, or being in the very early days of making friends in chat rooms. Take as much or as little as you want from this decade, and let your imagination run wild.

Babygirl

Tenzo is our most beloved adult-man-taxpayer babygirl. Babygirl (gender neutral) is not just a term of affection, but a state of being. Demonstrate what "babygirl" means to you through your Tenzo creations. Does it mean he has a tough exterior, but a kind heart? Does it mean he is a sad, wet man you want to put in your pocket? Does it mean he would look nice with an arched back?

Live out your "Why does X Character call you babygirl" meme dreams with this prompt. Who in the Naruto universe would consider Tenzo their babygirl, or be Tenzo's babygirl? Either in directly using the term, or simply their relationship having babygirl energy?

If Tenzo isn't babygirl to you, maybe another character is, and you'd like to have an AU where Tenzo is jumping into that character's life/universe. See Tenzo as a Babygirl Demon Fast Food-Worker, or Babygirl Sports Coach, or Babygirl Apocalypse Survivor, whatever situation or character you'd like him to meet!

Maybe we're thinking of "babygirl" in terms of fashion. What outfits give you babygirl energy (for example: this outfit)? Are we going to see more off-duty clothing? Will we comment on the babygirlification of Anbu, known assassins in vaguely provocative uniforms? If your version of babygirl involves kunai and combat boots, the more the merrier!

Thank you to everyone who suggested a prompt, and to everyone who enjoys TDOT. These are just a few ideas! Feel free to get creative.

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