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[dreadfutures]

Bloodied and Broken Reading Order

Inquisitor Lavellan gets a second chance to find hope for herself and for Thedas.

Ixchel became Inquisitor at only sixteen and suffered greatly under the yoke of responsibilities and expectations. Her only comfort was the family she made in the Inquisition—a family that dissolved after Corypheus's defeat. After the revelations of the Exalted Council, her despair and loneliness get the better of her, and she ends her life. A desperate ally uses the end of the world to resurrect her and send her back in time. She is determined to save the world or die trying this time. She doesn't expect to find true hope, and true love, along the way. 👉 TOO LONG, DIDN'T READ? A summary of Ixchel's whole story.

Every Fic Reading Order

Required reading denoted by a star: ⭐

[0.0] Lead Her through the Darkness - [WarpedLegacy] | Oneshot | A nameless feral child discovers a beautiful shape on a ruined wall, and the Hero of Ferelden gives her a name. Gift by BECAndCall/warpedlegacy.

[1.0] Two Handed | Incomplete | Ixchel, at 16, becomes Herald and everything goes downhill from there. Abandoned at the moment. Not required reading.

[1.1] Ruined Empires and Dust | Drabbles | Stories of Ixchel and Solas during and after her first Inquisition. Not required reading.

[1.2] The Vallaslin | Oneshot | During her first Inquisition, Ixchel is offered vallaslin as honor for her deeds. Solas warns her about their true meaning, but they mean something else to her. Not required reading.

[1.3] The Hope of Fen'Harel | Oneshot | Ixchel's Trespasser confrontation with Solas. They were never lovers, but she is still his heart. Not required reading.

[2.0] Dead Pasts and Dread Futures | Complete - Part of Series | Ixchel dies and is resurrected, forced to go back to the Inquisition's beginning and stop Solas. She struggles with what she thinks is a futile mission to sway Solas from the din'an'shiral, and she grapples with mental illness that never went away. Time travel fix-it, diverges from canon after Wicked Eyes Wicked Hearts/ Here Lies the Abyss. REQUIRED ⭐

[2.1] Fade to Blue | Oneshot | A Solavellan smut scene from Dead Pasts Dread Futures that I expanded on and posted separately. Not required reading.

[3.0] The Brave Guide | Ongoing - Part of Series | Ixchel grapples with the power she's accumulated and the consequences of her policies as Inquisitor. She works closely with Mahariel to explore the nature of racial and class politics, and the nature of the Blight. REQUIRED ⭐

[4.0] Part Three TBD | Unreleased | After Ixchel says goodbye to Solas in Serault, she undertakes The Descent - and her final confrontation with Corypheus.

[5.0] Part Four TBD | Unreleased | After Ixchel steps down as Inquisitor.

[5.8] the road seems too wild for mixing it with blues | Oneshot | Sometime in the future, Ixchel and Solas travel to Cumberland as tourists, unknown and unbothered by the world, and enjoy a slice of life in the city. Not required reading.

[5.9] The Day the Dread Wolf Wed the Brave Guide - [ExaltedDawn] | Incomplete | After Corypheus's defeat and Ixchel's retirement, she attends the Arlathvhen with Solas and receives a non-traditional bonding ceremony led by a Dalish friend, Talenna Ethera.

[6.0] it ends, or it doesn't | Multichapter, Complete | At the Arlathvhen, while Ixchel is getting married, Felassan discovers a conspiracy against her. He, Merrill, and two other Dalish characters, investigate a nearby ruin and reflect on the meaning assigned to the past, and the decisions that will decide their futures. Not required reading.

[vagabond-umlaut]

ramé 3.0

love.

a word everyone spells as l-o-v-e, except one certain young sorcerer – to whom it appears h-a-p-p-y, to whom it appears h-a-v-o-c – to whom it appears the shape of the letters of your name.

you, on the other hand, forget how to spell when the same word is before you – a fact which, your admirer reckons, would have been a major problem were he not he – that is, were he not the one and only 'gojo satoru'.

and thus begins, the plan.

and thus begins, the six steps to catch one's crush's eye — by the six eyes.

|3| gather info on your crush.

[READ 1.0 HERE AND 2.0 HERE!]

▸ student!gojo satoru x student!reader; fem!reader; the reader's backstory & CT are revealed; angry protective satoru; reader is a mean protector [both of herself and of satoru]; she openly and unashamedly digs in this side of satoru too; warning alert of there being a terrible rumor-monger relative, horrible heartless higher-ups & a fight [your favourite wins, dw]. not-really-angst... not-really-fluff either... somewhere in the between... the ending's fluffy for sure! [this is my fave chapter so far too! :))]

▸ aniki = older brother in japanese

▸ find other parts of 'ramé' and other [stand-alone] fics set in the same universe as this work here! anyways, image, divider & characters ain't mine. pls don't plagiarize, translate or repost this. enjoy reading! ❤️

"oh, you wouldn't want to be friends with her."

the comment cuts through the air with a noisy chuckle and a raucous chorus of giggles - gojo's knuckles grow white with the painfully tight grip he has on the glass of mocktail.

suguru shoots him a contrite face from the other side of the crowd, mouthing an apology with a helpless shrug. the boy looks away from his best friend to throw a glance at the two girls a few seats away.

a beat passes wherein shoko and utahime share a brief look, and the former speaks up, an odd edge to her voice as she leans forwards, a smirk directed at the boy. "and why wouldn't geto? she seems like a pretty nice girl to be friends with."

your cousin scoffs. gojo seriously wishes there wasn't a strict rule set by his father for the clan members of not meddling in the other clans' matters, to maintain an image of neutrality and amiability.

(it's not like he prefers not to break rules or is afraid of his father, the boy thinks grimly as he gulps the last sip of his mocktail and returns the glass to the table with a thud. it's far from being either of those.

it's just that with a small response from him in this matter, you will be dragged under the elders' scrutiny; your friendship with him too will be - and that's something he would never wish upon you. so the boy stays quiet, opting to-)

"what the fuck did you just say?"

the chitter-chatter dies down to a deathly silence in an instant.

rising from his seat, gojo stalks towards the boy sitting on the couch. from the background, he can hear few voices urge him to stop, to get back, with repeated 'satoru, no' and 'satoru, relax' - but the boy finds not a cell in his body wanting to heed those voices. marching right up to your cousin, who shoots him a pathetically fake smirk now, the boy repeats himself, "what. did. you. just. say."

the target of the query huffs a chuckle, drunk and stinking - and your friend realizes now just how much of a diluted description of him you gave him the other day. the guy isn't just some petty irritating relative of yours, he is a fucking bastard.

a fucking bastard who's going to get beaten into a pulp, if he doesn't choose his next words wisely.

another chuckle leaves him, before he gets up from his seat, a slight sway to the action as he sneers at gojo. now, were the circumstances different, the white-haired boy is sure such a brazen person would've impressed him, who is the strongest sorcerer there is, but not today.

not when you're the one who is the innocent undeserving recipient of such a remark as the one he utters next.

"i just said, my cousin's a freak who can read someone's mind without them knowing - and she does that all the time for her sick enjoyment. no one can ever trust that bitch."

a fist connects with the side of your cousin's face and before anyone can realize what's happening, the two boys are rolling on the floor in a brawl, gojo obviously with the upper hand as he lands blow after blow and yell after yell on the other.

a quiet voice whispers to his conscience, chiding his response to the situation to be too harsh, too cruel - but no sooner does it appear than it is stomped down and shoved away by images from the past.

images of a little girl crying, yelling, screaming, eyes squeezed shut, how everything's so loud, how everyone's so noisy, how everyone just can't seem to stop talking of her - in the shocked silence of the party hall.

images of being informed over the phone, his friend won't be coming to play today either - for a class or a function or a cold, he cares the least for - before overhearing later at dinner, it's the fifth day the girl's been comatose since her last treatment.

images of brash celebrations revelling in the discovery and return of a technique, long thought lost - the new messiah, they exclaim - while the said person looks at the elders with face steeped in what, the boy doesn't need his six eyes to know, is terror.

images of a girl, saying in a surprisingly void tone, how horrible, how terrible, how despicable a weapon they've made her into - sneaking into people's minds to steal the meaning of their lives away - before giving a suggestion, too smart, too sharp for a girl of ten; although-

"satoru!"

the singular word snaps the sorcerer's thoughts into two, making him move his irate gaze away from the bloodied face of the bitch to the door-

oh.

it's you.

you, standing in the school uniform, a bag slung over your shoulders.

you, eyes round and lips parted as you stare at the scene before.

you, who takes only a second before you rush forwards, moving him away from your cousin, worried gaze raking over his features instead of the bruised wailing mess of a relative left behind.

"'toru," the word escapes you in a whisper as you maneuver him into sitting on the couch.

another voice wafts over to him, a lot like suguru's, but he pays it no mind, wanting to focus on you and you only, while your fingers travel over his face, brush his bangs away, tuck them behind the shell of his ear, then finally come to a rest on the apple of his cheeks, the grazing of the thumb soothing a minor cut.

though the way your eyebrows furrow at it, emotions darting across your face a million a second, from confusion to concern to anger - gojo reckons, were anyone to see you now, they would think it ain't a tiny nick but a gaping wound.

the white-haired boy grasps your wrist in his fingers.

"i'm okay, shortie," the second-year reassures you in a whisper. you peer at him closely in turn for a beat longer, before a long sigh leaves you though the frown on your lips stays the same. he would've called you cute if not for the murderous intent rolling off you in waves...

gojo decides to call you hot now.

a seething gaze with a soft "what happened, 'toru?" reaches him next.

oh yes, gojo swoons inwardly, you're being so fucking hot.

nuzzling into the palm cradling his cheek, the boy smiles. "nothing you need to worry about."

"it's your cousin," a female voice butts in before a known pair of heads walk into his vision, one smoking a cigarette while the other looks at him then you, mildly stunned.

shoko continues, as laidback as ever (as if she too wasn't glowering then), "suguru there asked him something about you to which the pig replied with some nonsense, because of which satoru here jumped in to defend your honour." your eyes travel from her to him. a whoosh of air leaves the girl and she takes a long drag from a cigarette. "nothing very serious, to be honest..."

"but nothing too unserious either," utahime adds, which earns a small nod from her girlfriend, "if the asshole dares to lie about you once-"

"what's to say he won't again," you finish the sentence for her, a dark shadow looming over your face, then throw the culprit a harsh look. "and what shit did you spout, mr. resident douchebag of the clan?"

a corner of gojo's lips quirk up at the nickname you gave, then part in a grin at the reaction your cousin gave to that. embarassed, for sure, yet never going farther than glaring at you from those swollen eyes.

if you weren't standing here, caressing his face, your friend's certain, he would have gone to tear him a new one - the latter still scowling at you whilst intermittently yelping at the pain of his wounds.

a long sigh escapes you, visibly tired and annoyed.

"i know you can hear me just fine by that stink eye you're giving me, so fess up now - what the fuck were you telling about me?"

an absolute silence answers your question, and just when gojo thinks he might have to leave your warm cocoon to go beat your cousin up, again, suguru's voice sounds from beside, "he was talking about your CT."

"oh?" a brow rises. "and what about it?"

"apparently - and i quote," the long-haired boy adds with palms raised and faced forwards, at the scowl he shoots him, "you can read others' minds without their knowledge, and you do that always. for fun, your cousin claims."

you blink, and turn to your relative; a mask, gojo observes with a hint of melancholy, slipping over your features - not that the boy blames you, though. you need a mask - now, most of all times.

"you said that, aniki?" you inquire, the caressing hand over gojo's skin stilling with a slight tremor. he envelopes your hand in his; an action you respond to with a squeeze, continuing, "but why did you? after all that happened, after all that everyone in the family knows, why?"

a stubborn scoff sounds from the other end of the room; one of the six eyes twitches in its socket.

"i don't think you should ask this question, shortie," the second-year hums, pulling a nonplussed face from you. he grins, "you can simply read his mind, no? your aniki won't be forced to give a reply; your ask too will be answered. besides, this isn't gonna be the first time you're breaking into someone's mind, and, your cousin's not even gonna feel his mind being read - a painless procedure - isn't that right, aniki?"

"fuck no!!!!"

and bingo!

gojo watches you cast a long look at him, then back at your cousin, before a slow smile spreads on your features, the glint so dear to him making a comeback in your eyes.

"not a bad idea, senpai," you say, lifting your free hand and directing it at the culprit. a few gasps sound around you, soon followed by a few murmurs - your senpai watches them slide off your skin like water off a duck's back. you announce in a sing-song fashion, "well, here goes nothing~"

then stop at the anguished cry, your smile widening into a grin.

sweet and smug, like the cat who got the canary.

gojo feels three pairs of eyes look at his smirk, all at the same time - the boy lets them look. the two of you share dynamics, the nature of which none, except you two, can ever dream of comprehending.

wailing, your cousin rises and stumbles over to you, hands folded in a pleading gesture.

"please, no, no, no," he sobs, very nearly falling at your feet before you take a step backwards, disgust overtaking your grin, sending the boy reeling back. "i beg you, no. please don't kill me. i was just kidding; it was just a joke. i'm sorry, don't kill me."

"kill you?" you let out a shocked gasp, placing a hand over your chest, "i would never. i was just trying to read your mind, aniki. why on earth would that kill you? you won't even feel anything-"

"it's the binding vow, you bitch!!" the boy spits, interrupting you, "the one you took years back, 'cause you didn't want the higher-ups to use you as a spy again; giving up the element of secrecy of your CT to-"

your cousin pauses, the realization and the ensuing horror and regret dawning over his face; gojo presses him, sharing a smile with you.

"to?"

the answer arrives as a shuddered whisper - a whisper audible to all, however, thanks to the heavy silence in the room.

"to make it lethal on its victim instead; an attack none can stop, not even a special-grade."

the crash of a glass, or five, impacting with the ground sounds; you give a satisfied nod, smirking.

gojo runs a palm over your dishevelled hair, undoubtedly from driving with the windows down to this stupid meet of the teenagers from the jujutsu clans. you give him a smile, mouth opening to say something, but he doesn't let you. "don't thank me, stupid."

"okay," you acquiesce, a slight huff to your tone before it grows softer, "but can i at least say you were being very cool then? i'm impressed."

"who's impressed with whom?" a crass voice interrupts the moment before gojo can even form it entirely between the two of you.

three - nope, five (even your classmates are here, tch!) teasing smiles float into his vision; the second-year opens his mouth to throw back a retort - except you snatch the opportunity away from him.

"i'm impressed with gojo senpai- any problems, anyone?" you say, tilting your head to one side with the cutest little furrow in the midst of your brows. all five shake their heads, smiles widening before one of them falls on your next words.

"but the next time i see you, geto senpai, asking others what sort of a person i am - don't you dare deny it, you asked two of my friends too the same thing, they told me; god knows why you need my character certificate, though, and for whom; you're acting as if you've a sibling i wish to date and you wanna know everything about me before giving the green signal, but whatever it is, senpai-"

you heave a breath, a break from your tirade - while the remainder of the room's breathing stays suspended.

gojo glances away from you to find the attention of all the attendees fixed on you. he wraps an arm around your midsection and rests his chin on your shoulder. you lean the side of your head onto his.

"i promise i'll create problems for you, more if i see gojo senpai being dragged into the aftermath of your curiosity - okay?"

gojo watches his best friend look at you, terrified, for a second before turning to throw him a glare. the white-haired boy bites back a grin.

placing hands on his hips, suguru exclaims, "you know what, i tried to help but no one here is worthy of my assistance."

"no one asked you for this help, suguru," shoko interjects smoothly, "you were the one who insisted, something about this method being the most effective or something if they want to catch her attention-"

"whoa, whoa, whoa. who wants to catch my attention?" you inquire, cutting them two off. gojo's classmates stop and the blood flowing in his veins drops to a subzero as he cranes his neck to look at you.

you twist to look back at him. "is there someone who wants to catch my attention? do you know them?"

"i-uh-um," the boy stutters, mind scrambling for a reply - something, anything - before nanami interrupts, a small smile on his face, "yeah, there is someone, actually, and we all know him. geto senpai was just gathering some data on you as his wingman."

"oh," you mutter, gaze dropping to the ground, then lifting to gojo. the boy simply blinks back, which draws a frown from you in turn.

retrieving a pair of shades from your bag, you hand it to him and turn back to suguru, a barely-there smile on your lips.

"next time he wants some info on me, ask him to ask me directly. i'll appreciate it."

"noted, boss," the words escape gojo before the addressed can even reply, utterly unmoved by the five exasperated glares [honestly, it's four: haibara can never really glare at anyone] - the next step of the plan already whirring to life in the shades-donning boy's brain.

so, so giddy at the fact of being told of the golden key to your heart.

▸ wrote an info-loaded chapter the first time in my life; please let me know your thoughts or any feedback! 😇

▸ series: we're the summer to our winter rain

▸ masterlist

[ofoceansandtombsanew]

The God!Reader Cinematic Universe

"The joys of plenty must end in bitterness," "And sweet memories must fade like a cloud." 

In the beginning, the banquet belonged to the mistress of flowers and moonlit nights, authority was in the hands of the desert king, life was the domain of the keeper of plants and death was the court of the lord of festivals.

Those days of dancing in Ay-Khanoum with your friends were far-off memories in the scattered dreams you’ve experienced in the centuries past. In the waking world, however, your friends were long gone.

Known by mortals as Amur, the God of Festivals and Soother of the Dead, you were more than content to spend your slow days assisting the present God of Wisdom and the people of Sumeru.

Those days of dancing in Ay-Khanoum with your friends were long gone and the amount of those who followed you declined in droves each year, but where there is death there would always be life and that fact would always outlast you. Therefore, you had no reason to fear the day erosion would take its inevitable claim.

For in the end, the forest will remember.

Misc.

A Comprehensive Lore Guide

Amur Etymology

What if God!Reader was Electro

God!Reader Aesthetic

Relationship with Rukkahdevata

Outdated/Inapplicable Pre-3.x Tidbits

God!Reader in Modern day Sumeru

Modern day God!Reader

Fics & Headcanons

Zhongli

Main Storyline of Sorts

A Sight Second to None

Misc.

When the Rain fell on Both of Us, Thousands of Plants Grew on our Coats (pre!3.0)

Reincarnation (pre!3.0)

Defending your honor (pre!3.0)

How Zhongli and God!Reader Met

God!Reader’s Lore in Liyue (pre!3.0)

Venti

Misc. drabble

No one belives Venti is married

Osial

Osial hates he has affection for is in love with you

Yun Jin

how gently do the clouds and flowers sway (pre!3.0)

*gif by koutawoo ** you can bet your ass i shoe-horned a kh reference in my synopsis *** while the overarching lore of god!reader stretches into all routes of sorts, everyone shipped with god!reader has their own storyline of sorts

[true-blue-sonic]

One thing I find very interesting about Silver is that we, as far as I am aware, have never seen him lie or be deceitful to others. Everything he does is with an incredible amount of blunt honesty, and I would even reason it seems he expects people to be similarly honest back. Regarding the first point, in '06, he does not try to get close to Sonic such as through showing him friendliness before attacking him while his guard is down, or even walk up to him in a normal manner to strike him in the back. He literally flies in and denounces Sonic the Iblis Trigger who will destroy the world and therefore must be destroyed, initiating a genuine battle (where everything would be in his best interest to dispose of Sonic as quickly and backhandedly as possible instead). When Sonic asks him who he is, he answers with his actual name and overall goal:

Silver: I've been looking for you. You're the Iblis Trigger. Your actions will condemn us all. Sonic: Who are you? Silver: My name is Silver. For the future of the world, I will destroy you!

The same happens in Sonic Rivals, where Silver gets goaded into a fight thrice by Eggman Nega (against Sonic, Metal Sonic, and Metal Sonic 3.0) instead of taking the fight directly to "Eggman" and defeating him instead (though that could be a limitation of the text-box cutscenes). Secondly in Rivals 2, Silver outright responds to Espio that yes, he does expect Espio to believe his story (which the rest of the characters perceive as all-but-insane) about needing to protect the Chao to stop the Ifrit from becoming invincible:

Silver: Agh! Where did Eggman Nega take off to? Espio: Silver... What is this about saving our world? Silver: If you want to save your world, we have to hide the Chao in a safe place. Espio: You want me to believe that? Silver: Yes, why? Espio: Unbelievable as it may seem... For some reason, I trust you. Silver: Are you going to help then, or keep getting in my way? Espio: I'll help. Silver: Good, you can start now.

And regarding my second point of Silver believing that others are similarly honest as he is, he trusts Espio immediately when Espio states he trusts Silver in turn. It's based on nothing! Silver hasn't shown any cooperation to or been shown cooperation from any of the other characters so far in the game, fully by his own doing and his snappiness and big mouth. Yet, when Espio indicates he trusts Silver, Silver is immediately down for a team-up without asking any questions about why Espio wants to join him all of a sudden. And of course, it's seen in '06 as well where Silver doesn't question Mephiles' motives or story in the slightest, gullibly trusting that surely everyone has the world's best interests at heart and wants to destroy Iblis as much as he does. His trustfulness is endearing and indicating of his positive and hopeful mindset, but it brings him right into severe trouble in '06.

So generally, Silver seems like an incredibly honest person, to the point of bluntness, and we see that he rarely devolves into dirty tricks and hardly, if ever, lies. Only in Sonic's story in '06 does Silver get a cheap shot in after Sonic has defeated him which sways the victory back in his favour; other times he tackles the battle head-on even if it is directly to his own detriment to do so. I feel like this is also a part of him being overly honest, namely trusting that everyone is going to be treating the battle as equally important and necessary as he does following his (often lacking) explanations as to why he is doing something. But it makes sense to him, so he honestly and bluntly states what he is here for, and if others don't understand or don't believe him, he sees it as their loss. At most, he brushes off questions when he's got other things on his mind and continues with what he was doing before:

[After defeating Sonic in Silver's story in '06] Silver: Hmph! Is this a joke? How could someone like you cause the destruction of our world? Sonic: What do you...mean? Silver: It doesn't matter. For the sake of the future, the Iblis Trigger must be destroyed!

[When meeting Knuckles in Rivals 1 and learning Eggman Nega stole the special camera] Knuckles: You...! What are you mumbling about? Silver: Got no time to explain it to someone like you... See ya! Knuckles: "Someone like me?" Hey, I'm Knuckles! Haven't you heard of me? How rude! Asking questions without having the gall to introduce himself! Silver: Like I said before, I don't have time to deal with you right now. See ya! Knuckles: You little... Get back here!

Also here he is incredibly blunt, sharing his rude opinions on Sonic ("joke", "someone like you") and Knuckles ("someone like you" again, not even for any reason this time!) in a brutally honest manner and without trying to soften the blow of his words. And what I find especially interesting is that the "Yes, why?" from Rivals 2 above shows to me that Silver is surprised Espio clearly indicates he has trouble believing his story. After all, he is telling the truth (and we as players know he actually is!), so why wouldn't he be believed?

It is a bit of characterisation I really like about Silver. It fits in with his positive and determined attitude, yet at the same time, it opens up a massive pitfall where his brutal honesty and desire to be just actively work against him and make him uncooperative, naive, gullible, and almost blind to the fact the world is not as nice and ideal and just as he imagines it or wants it to be. He mouths off people for nothing, he blindly trusts those who offer help without having a good grasp on their motives and desires just because they say what he wants to hear (and got played like a fool at least once), and his refusal to do things back-handedly make attaining his goals far more difficult for himself. It's a really nice blend of a desire for justice and honesty being taken too far at times and causing Silver trouble that is to be expected, in my opinion.

[the-abyssal-lord]

The Abyss Chasers - Revised 3.0

(( Hello heretics! Haven’t been as active but I am still whittling away at my usual 40k hobbying. Some months ago I made a big post about my homebrew warband, well a little bit ago I’ve finally complied it into something I’m relatively happy with. More story feeling. Hope you like it! I am also planning on writing a few 40k fics in the future to rekindle my passion for this little world I’ve made! ))

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Chaos God: Chaos Undivided

Allegiance: Chaos

Founding: 999.M32

Numbers: roughly 1000-2000 marines and untold thousands of the Lost and the Damned

Leader: Silas Decurin, The Abyssal Lord

Home World: Vorago; Former Maiden World

Allies:

Sons of the Serpent

Rot Heralds

Brazen Skulls

Helsson’s Hounds

Battle Cry: Unknown

Colours: Black, Purple, & Silver

Pre-Heresy

Cognomen (Prior): Emperor’s Children

Home World: Chemos (Perditas)

Colours: Purple & Gold

“Let it be said that on this day we have finally cast aside the shackles of our past, our fathers and brothers, fallen so far into the depths they cannot see the stars, would weep at our achievements. We have claimed this world in the name of the Gods, in the name of our Legions, and in the name of our legacies. In the name of true glory, we shall bring ruin to the Imperium!”

- Lord Silas Decurin, at the Triumph of Vorago

The Abyss Chasers are an infamous Chaos Warband formed in the bloody age shortly following the Horus Heresy. During the Great Crusade and later Horus Heresy, the warbands eventual leader, Silas Decurin , was a captain of the Third Legion, the Emperor’s Children. Along with the rest of his brothers, Silas would sink into the depravity and excess the legion would become known for, under the sway of the Dark Prince Slaanesh. He fought in many of the major battles the Third were known for, such as Isstvan and even the Siege of Terra. When the Heresy ended and the Traitor Legions soundly defeated, Silas accompanied his brethren fleeing to exile in the Eye of Terror. There the future Abyssal Lord witnessed the Emperor’s Children further splinter, and fall apart entirely, scrabbling to survive. Awakening to the reality of the path he had fallen upon, Captain Decurin took his company and broke away from Fulgrim’s Chosen. If the remnants of the legion even noticed, Silas did not care. Over the next ten thousand years, he would gain allies and build a new force, attempting to return the Third Legion to the glory they deserved, trying to keep his brothers united despite their fracturing minds and souls, the galaxy their birthright, whilst also struggling against the corrupting, twisting influence of the Dark Gods that he and many swore allegiance to in this new, grim age.

Warband History

1. Remembrance

During the Great Crusade, the company Silas led gained many honours, fresh souls born of Chemos and raised under the light of the early Imperium. Notably fighting alongside the Sons of Horus, due to their Primarch-Father’s close friendship with the Warmaster. Captain Silas Decurin was particularly noted for his ability as a poet, even amongst his brothers of the artistic and proud Third Legion. Captain Decurin is also known to have made a friendship with a Remembrancer attached to his company, and the pair recorded many of the early campaigns in a flowing prose.

2. Heresy

It was upon the alien planet Laer that Captain Decurin and his company would be forever changed, the taint of Slaanesh falling like a shroud upon the legion. Not long from there the Warmaster’s rebellion would begin, and the company would battle throughout the Galaxy at the behest of their primarch and their leaders. Most notably Isstvan III and V, and the Siege of Terra. Along with the rest of the traitors, they would flee into the Eye of Terror after the failure of the Siege.

3. Legion

In the Eye of Terror the former united legions splintered, squabbling and fighting amongst themselves. The Emperor’s Children, fully lost to depravity, barely even noticed their fall finally sealed for the rest of time. Captain Decurin and his company were entirely in the thrall of the Dark Prince, and it would take some time for this to change, the company practically fighting on their own. Time is fickle in the warp, and it's hard to say how much time truly passed, but eventually Silas awoke to the truth, seeing how utterly ruined the legion he once saw as the finest Astartes in the Galaxy had become. At the end of the aptly named ‘Legion Wars,’ Silas would take his company and truly break away from the remnants of the Third Legion.

4. Warp

For centuries the scraps of the company would travel the currents of the warp, emerging to raid isolated worlds, void-stations, and supply fleets, and conserving their greatly diminished strength. By this point the small fleet they had was reduced to a single strike cruiser, the flagship of the company, the Echo of Glory. To the sons of Fulgrim still with minds to recall, and the former captain, they felt as though merely a century had passed, a short time in the near-immortal forms of the Astartes. When they would finally track the time in real-space, they would find nearly a millennia had passed. Drifting along the winds this would continue, the company slowly being corrupted by the malign influence of Slaanesh. Captain Decurin would struggle to keep them all on the same path, like a family watching helplessly as a loved one succumbed to addiction. Their numbers would only further diminish, a full company dropping to maybe fifty battle-brothers by the end of the thirty-second millennium.

5. Allies

Moving into millennium thirty-three, Captain Decurin was on the verge of abandoning his endeavour, the whispers of Slaanesh nearly impossible to ignore, pressing upon his mind to merely return to the Eye and join his gene-father and spiral into the depths of damnation. This changed with an unexpected arrival. On a piratical raid of an Imperial void-station, the company encountered a single frigate on the far end of the solar system they resided in. This frigate belonged to the newly formed ‘Sons of the Serpent’ warband. A faction of the enigmatic twentieth legion, the Alpha Legion. The leader of this group introduced himself as Alpharius, as the masters of misdirection always did, after Captain Decurin pressed the warlord to drop the antics, the Alpha Legionnaire would re-introduce himself as Naethar Sestus.With the aid of Sestus and his company, Silas would find some relief, and his numbers bolstered as the Alpha Legion soldiers offered an accord to band together.

6. Abyss

Some time later, the level-headed, and seemingly uncorrupted Sestus advised that Captain Decurin truly disconnect himself from the past that could no-longer be reclaimed. Silas understood that clinging to the past would not bring back the glory he knew his brothers could achieve, and thus did he rename the company, The Abyss Chasers were born, if they would be damned, they would be the hunters of the depths, not the victims. The strike-cruiser flagship would also be renamed, an acknowledgement of the god that Decurin could never truly escape from, the Echo of Ecstasy.

7. The Left Hand

On a forgotten world, now dead, the Abyss Chasers and their allies would fall upon the innocents of the Imperium. It is said a single boy stood against the Abyssal Lord, noting his courage and psychic potential, Silas would take the boy and through the baleful magics of the Empyrean, and lost sciences, raise the child to the ranks of the Astartes. Now called Vezeral, who would become one of the warbands finest leaders, and close advisor of Lord Silas. Vezeral in his risen form is a master psyker, a sorcerer of Chaos who utilizes the magic of the Dark Prince as easily as he uses his wargear.

8. The Red Hand

In the following centuries, in a tale now lost to time, the Brazen Skulls warband would splinter off from the Twelfth Legion, the World Eaters. This warband was led by Tyrax Revka, once a proud captain, now feeling the bite of the Butcher’s Nails just like the rest of his brothers. Tyrax would encounter the newly formed Abyss Chasers and their leader Silas. For reasons known only to the pair, either an understanding, a duel, or anything in-between, the berzerker lord would offer his allegiance and the forces of his warband to the Abyssal Lord, further strengthening the growing Chasers with the warriors of the Blood God. This also marked the first time the warband could be called an Undivided force.

9. Corruption

Despite the best efforts of Lord Silas and his advisors, he could not stop the endless march of the power that is the warp. The tenuous alliances of Heretic Astartes would only indulge their dark desires, bloodlust, and other whims as time went on. Even the Abyssal Lord himself was not immune, as the taint of Chaos can never be removed once it takes hold. Daemons run rampant in the depths of the Echo of Ecstasy, and the brothers of the warband mutate and twist. Silas constantly teeters on the edge of sanity at all times, keeping the Abyss Chasers together. His goals remain ever the same, but the methods grow more brutal and depraved. The honour he once sought out would forever be lost, but the glory, now that could still be attained. In response, the advisors formed the Council of Claws to keep the drifting mind of their leader on the correct path.

10. Judgment

In the Galactic North, Segmentum Obscurus, was a region of Imperial space known as the Judicium Sector, small but well traveled and fortified by various forces. In 988.M41 the Immaterium would once more spit out the twisted vessels of the Abyss Chasers, and they made their way towards the agri-world of Riothea. The planet would be raided by the warband and razed to near destruction. The local PDF held for weeks until the timely arrival of Astartes assistance in the form of the Marines Exemplar chapter. The Abyss Chasers would battle the loyalists for weeks, eventually being forced to withdraw. To the Imperium it is unknown why the heretics attacked the planet, to the Council of Claws, it was to test the defenses of the Sector, and the response times of the servants of the Corpse-Emperor.

998.M41 would see their return, a trail of worlds were razed by the warband before coming into fire with Judicium's battlefleet, and the Abyss Chasers were forced onto the capital planet Rubedo where a lengthy engagement continued for months. The local Planetary Defense Force was eventually aided by a detachment of Adepta Sororitas from the Order of the Black Sepulchre, and the Atropan 985th Imperial Guard Regiment. The fighting grew so intense that a company of Adeptus Astartes were even deployed, from the Flesh Tearers chapter. This great conflict would become known as the Scouring of Judicium, the largest engagement the warband had ever fought in since the ancient days.

11. Maiden

After being pushed back to the Eye of Terror, the Abyss Chasers were battered but succeeded in their goal, while they recovered they examined their discoveries. Just beyond the edge of the sector, close to the Eye, they had discovered a world that was held in secret by the Imperium’s foul Inquisition, never traveled and dubbed ‘taboo’ due to its connotation. An Aeldari Maiden World called Blathdahan. The mostly Slaaneshi forces could not pass up such a prime chance to bring carnage to their ruinous mistresses' most delicious foes. At the command of Lord Silas and the Council of Claws, the fleet, and the Echo of Ecstasy began the journey through the warp to find the hidden world.

12. Witch

The warband discovered the world after pinpointing coordinates stolen from Rubedo, and fell upon the lush, green world with all the wrath of the Ruinous Powers. The world would not take it lying down however, as the native Aeldari, called ‘Exodites’ fought back against their kind’s most feared enemies. Heretic Astartes and mortal cultists fought against wild xenos and their dinosaurid mounts and pets. The battles raged across the surface for weeks, but the corrupting influence of the unleashed warp eventually wore down the Exodites, and their planet would fall to the full force of the Abyss Chasers and all their accumulated allies, including the original advisors, as well as the Rot Heralds of Nurgle, and the Scions of Dawn of Tzeentch. Chaos Undivided conquered the world, and Lord Silas would lay claim to it. A hidden world known to few, a perfect foothold to launch even greater devastation upon the dogs of the corpse-god. The fallen Maiden World was renamed ‘Vorago’ from an old Chemosian word for ‘witch.’

13. Port of Call

Similar to other Chaotic ports of its kind, Vorago would quickly grow due to its proximity to the Eye. More arrivals and allies came to the banner of the Abyssal Lord. A renegade Knight known as the Violet Tear, the warband of Heretic Astartes known as Helsson’s Hounds, who are former sons of Russ, and many, many others. With the numbers swelled, the warband was no longer that broken shadow of the Third it used to be, so long ago. At the centre of the former Exodite city was a temple to their xenos gods, now renamed ‘Cordomus’ and transformed into a dark temple, and fortress, to the four gods of Chaos. In the centre of that bastion, is the throne-room of Lord Silas Decurin.

14. Thirteenth Black Crusade

In 999.M41, before the warband could begin any further plans, Lord Silas was contacted by an emissary of the new Warmaster, Abaddon the Despoiler. This envoy told the Council and the Lord of the incoming Black Crusade, the Warmaster’s attempts to attack the gates of Cadia and ram down the doors of the Imperium. Lord Silas was always unsure of the Black Legion, but he understood that Abaddon had similar aspirations, to finally bring an end to the Emperor that forsook them so long ago. The Abyss Chasers agreed to the accord, and would sail to join the Black Legion in their great siege of Cadia. It is noted they took up the colours and banners of the Warmaster’s forces during this brief period, alongside the many other groups that came to Abaddon’s call.

15. Dark Millennium

After the 13th Black Crusade came to a galaxy-shaking conclusion, the Abyss Chasers would break away from the Warmaster of Chaos’ forces and return to Vorago. Their journey was fraught with calamity as the massive warp-wound named by the Imperium as the Cicatrix Maledictum tore itself across the stars. Battered by the end of the trek, Lord Silas and the Council of Claws decreed the warband lay low for a time. Of course, the silence did not last long as only a few standard years into the new age the forces sworn to the Abyssal Lord once again began their raids. The Judicium Sector plunged into shadow as a result of the Great Rift.

16. Advent

“My brothers, we have received word of something most dire. The wretched son of the False Emperor, Roboute Gulliman, a thousand curses upon his name, lives again. Alongside him came an abomination to our perfect forms, the so-called ‘Primaris Marines.’ We will show the lapdogs what true Astartes look like, and pray to the Dark Gods that foul Gulliman meets his true and final end.”

- Lord Silas Decurin, addressing the Abyss Chasers

As the 42nd Millennium began its cycles, the Abyss Chasers would first meet Gullimans Primaris on an outskirt world called Drenades. These new marines clashed with the fallen first and showed how powerful they were despite the difference in experience. Outwardly Lord Silas would show disgust and disdain as many of the Heretic Astartes did across the galaxy, but silently he wondered if their power could not be turned to a better purpose, a purpose of enacting the will of Chaos.

Experiments would begin in the secret levels of Cordomus, under the watchful eyes of the Chasers’ Apothecaries. Indeed, Silas would even hear word of the great and terrible Fabius Bile attempting similar testing, and would wonder how perfect they could be if such creatures were created.

More and more conflicts arose across the neighbouring sectors as the forces of the Imperium pushed their way across the Cicatrix Maledictum, but the Abyss Chasers heeded it little, as always their purpose was personal glory in the name of the gods.

17. Endless War

All across the galaxy war erupts, grim and bloody and full of the laughter of the gods. Octarius saw Tyranids defeat and devour the Orks that held it for ages, the Realm of Ultramar came under siege by the noxious forces of the Death Guard, and a region of the Nephilim Sector falling to all-out carnage as the Necron xenos created the Pariah Nexus. As always, the Abyss Chasers continue their raids into the Judicium Sector and its surrounding regions, now contending with Primaris Marine bolstered chapters and renewed Inquisition forces under the Ordo Hereticus. They do not stand alone however, Vashtorr the Arkifane sending daemonic envoys to Vorago, as well as others to neighbouring warbands. Their numbers increased with the techno-arcane horrors of the aspiring god. There are also the ever-flowing arrivals of lost and damned, demigod and mortal alike. War is eternal, war is ecstasy, and the Abyss Chasers welcome it always.

[dojae-huh]

LSM is a greedy old man, shady with his business and his side company (Like Planning) - trying to take 1/3 of SM's overall income until 2092. But he has the vision, the will to conduct his plans. The shareholders and CEOs were on board of removing him as the income being stolen is too big, for this I'm with them. They were not right neither for not telling that old man about him being kicked-out of his producer seat. It is said that on March 26th both current CEOs will end their CEO terms +

+ hence they (LSS + TYJ) proceed with the plan they had talked with other shareholders. The plan has been ongoing since 2019, with final decision being made on Oct 2022, hence the news of SM no longer work with LP (LSM's side company) starting from Dec 31st of 2022. The shareholders have been fed up with LSM's shady stealing for awhile, hence they feel the need to end things with him. After ending things with LSM and his own company, the CEOs and employees might have had a talk abt the future +

of the company as well, hence the announcement of SM 3.0 and Kakao's acquirement of SM's share. But other directors (including Kim Young Min and Yoo Young Jin) told they are not on board (because they might have been a part of LSM's shady business) and will not move forward without LSM. Then LSM proceed to sell a huge amount of his shares to H*** (which is f*cking worse to me) and we now have this mess. It is also said that H*** wants to acquire around 40% of SM's share in order to gain +

the power to appoint new CEOs in the shareholders meeting which will be held this March. It is also said that Kakao just recently received funding from Arab (which is around 1,200 billion won), and for God knows what that amount of money will be spent on. All source isplus (/article/view/isp202302070037) etoday (news/view/2220860) joongang (/article/25139610) (don't know why the links can't be posted - so sorry!)

+ Here's my take on the situation: LSM is way too greedy (well notorious for this since JYJ's lawsuit). Even other SM's artists, I think it was Kangta who once said that he doesn't receive that much money from copyrights (he wrote Hope and that song is like just the anthem of SM), but that he's satisfied because he still has other incomes. There was also a post/picture circulating on twitter and said that for activities in Korea the artists only receive 10 out of 100, and we alr know that +

+ we already know that it takes years for SM's artists to buy their own houses... I mean if LSS and TYJ could proceed well with SM 3.0 it would mean more freedom for artists, but like they announced it without telling LSM and now we got this freaking mess 💀 The coming days will be stormy, I just hope everything is all and well for artists we love/like. I still can't get over the news of H*** acquiring SM's stock 😩

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I think, Korean business is just a super shady place in general. Sincere and law-abiding people don't survive among sharks. We can start from Samsung owning 1/3 of the country... the rules are different there.

LSM might love his money, but he also loves his artists. He produced albums that didn't bring money and supported artists who left the company. LSM is not white and not black, he is just a person with shades of grey. 6% royalties is a normal thing. Where did you get 1/3 of income? He probably took too long to decide to whom to sell his shares, so the minor shareholders became nervous and easily swayed.

I don't possess enough information and knowledge to have an educated opinion on the matter, to judge whether Kakao or Hybe is worse, who is the real problem - LSM, co-CEOs or Align. It is evident, however, that SM needs restucturing and fresh blood (from stylists to album designers and A&R people). It is also evident that music and production wise the company makes the right things. GOT, aespa's quick success with hit songs taking gp by storm, solo artists getting more freedom and experimenting with artistic expression, etc. So someone in the company is capable. The house is on fire but 127's comeback continues to run smoothly for now. There should be some margin of safety.

I was really surprised about Hybe, but I guess no other company free of Kakao or Samsung has the money. A lot of the time entertainment companies are sold to foreign investors (like Chinese companies), and it's worse than domestic ones.

Yes, Army will have a field day and try to live the life of rich enterpreneurs taking the laurels they didn't earn, but ignore them. Dem Jointz and other producers write for both companies, same with MV makers, and some idols from two labels are friends.

Lol, if NCT comebacks to Vlive I will even rejoice over this new development.

[arasjeep]

Which Jeep Is Better: Rubicon or Wrangler?

When it comes to choosing a Jeep, enthusiasts and newcomers alike often find themselves at a crossroads: should they opt for the Jeep Wrangler or the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon? Both models have a legendary status, with unique features and capabilities that appeal to different kinds of drivers. At ARAS Jeep Madurai, we understand how challenging this decision can be. That's why we're here to break down the differences and help you decide which Jeep is better for your needs.

The Jeep Wrangler: An Overview

The Jeep Wrangler is an iconic vehicle known for its rugged design and off-road capabilities. It's a versatile SUV that performs well on city streets and rocky terrains alike. The standard Jeep Wrangler comes with several trims, each offering a mix of comfort, style, and capability. With a choice of two-door or four-door models and various engine options, the Wrangler is designed for those who love the thrill of adventure.

Key Features of the Jeep Wrangler:

Engine Options: The Wrangler offers multiple engine choices, including a 3.6-liter V6, a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four, and even a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 for those who prefer more torque and efficiency.

Versatility: With the ability to remove the doors, roof, and even fold down the windshield, the Wrangler provides a truly open-air experience that’s hard to match.

Off-Road Capability: Equipped with the Command-Trac 4x4 system, the Wrangler is no slouch off the beaten path. It offers a solid base for those looking to customize their off-road experience further.

Interior Comfort: Modern Wranglers are equipped with more creature comforts than ever before, including touch-screen infotainment systems, leather seats, and advanced driver-assistance technologies.

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon: A Step Above

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon takes everything great about the Wrangler and enhances it for hardcore off-road enthusiasts. Named after the famous Rubicon Trail in California, the Rubicon trim is engineered specifically for extreme off-road conditions. If you're someone who plans to tackle tough terrains regularly, the Rubicon might be the right choice for you.

Key Features of the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon:

Rock-Trac 4x4 System: The Rubicon comes standard with the advanced Rock-Trac 4x4 system, which includes a two-speed transfer case with a 4:1 low-range gear ratio. This provides exceptional control and torque multiplication when crawling over rocks and steep inclines.

Heavy-Duty Axles: The Rubicon features Dana 44 front and rear axles, designed to handle rough terrains and heavy loads better than the standard axles on the Wrangler.

Electronic Locking Differentials: Front and rear Tru-Lok electronic locking differentials provide increased traction and control on challenging trails.

Off-Road Ready Tires: The Rubicon comes equipped with 33-inch all-terrain tires, which are designed to tackle the most rugged landscapes without missing a beat.

Enhanced Suspension: With a performance suspension system and electronic sway bar disconnect, the Rubicon offers better articulation and stability on uneven ground.

Performance Comparison: Wrangler vs. Rubicon

While the Wrangler is a fantastic vehicle for both on and off-road use, the Rubicon is built specifically for those who intend to push their Jeep to its limits. The Rubicon’s specialized equipment makes it more capable in extreme conditions, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's the best choice for everyone.

On-Road Performance:

Wrangler: Provides a smoother ride and better fuel efficiency due to its lighter build and less aggressive off-road components.

Rubicon: Slightly stiffer ride due to heavy-duty suspension and larger tires, but still comfortable for daily driving.

Off-Road Performance:

Wrangler: Suitable for light to moderate off-roading with its Command-Trac 4x4 system.

Rubicon: Predominant off-road execution thanks to the Rock-Trac 4x4 system, electronic locking differentials, and heavy-duty axles.

Which Jeep is Right for You?

If your driving involves a mix of city commuting and weekend adventures, the Jeep Wrangler is a solid choice. It's versatile, comfortable, and capable enough for most off-road excursions. However, if you're a serious off-road enthusiast looking to conquer challenging trails, the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is the better option. Its enhanced features and rugged build are specifically designed for extreme off-road conditions.

Experience Jeep at ARAS Jeep Madurai

At ARAS Jeep Madurai, we understand that choosing the right vehicle is a personal decision. That's why we offer a variety of Jeep models, including both the Wrangler and Rubicon, to meet your needs. Our team of experts is here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring you find the perfect Jeep for your lifestyle. Visit us today to test drive the Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Rubicon and experience the difference for yourself!

FAQ

1. What is the main difference between the Jeep Wrangler and the Rubicon?

The main difference lies in their off-road capabilities. The Rubicon is equipped with advanced features like the Rock-Trac 4x4 system, electronic locking differentials, and heavy-duty axles, making it more capable in extreme off-road conditions compared to the standard Wrangler.

2. Is the Rubicon worth the extra cost over the Wrangler?

If you plan on doing a lot of off-roading, especially on challenging trails, the Rubicon’s advanced features are worth the extra cost. For regular use and light off-roading, the standard Wrangler is more than sufficient.

3. Can the Wrangler be modified to match the Rubicon’s capabilities?

Yes, the Wrangler can be modified with aftermarket parts to improve its off-road capabilities. However, these modifications can be costly, and the Rubicon comes with these enhancements as standard, offering a more integrated solution.

4. Does ARAS Jeep Madurai offer financing options for purchasing a Jeep?

Yes, ARAS Jeep Madurai offers a variety of financing options to help you purchase the Jeep of your dreams. Our finance team is here to assist you in finding the best plan to suit your budget.

5. Can I take a test drive of both models at ARAS Jeep Madurai?

Absolutely! We encourage all our customers to test drive both the Jeep Wrangler and Rubicon to experience their unique features and capabilities. Visit ARAS Jeep Madurai today to book your test drive.

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2024 Ford Explorer Review

The Ford Explorer has more than three decades of history under its belt, and its lasting appeal is firmly rooted in Ford's commitment to innovation and evolution. While the Explorer has benefited from frequent updates throughout its history, no changes have been introduced for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Ford Explorer has a strong, athletic look established by its bold dimensions and deeply accented sides. Over the front end, you will find a small grille stacked on top of a beefy fender. The horizontally running LED headlights link to the grille. Some exterior gear available or standard on the Explorer are 18-inch alloy wheels or larger, a hands-free power liftgate, roof rails, heated side mirrors, keyless access, rain-sensing wipers, and others.

Two engine systems are available with the 2024 Ford Explorer. The lower trims continue to receive 300 horsepower from a four-cylinder, 2.3-liter engine. The upper trims have a 400-horsepower, V6, turbo 3.0-liter engine. Both engine systems include a 10-speed auto transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard across most of the trims. However, the Timberline trim level comes with standard all-wheel drive.

The 2024 Explorer is a three-row SUV with exciting differences in materials and features across its eight trim levels. The base trim level is well-appointed with satellite radio, an 8-inch touch display screen, FordPass Connect, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. At higher trim levels, the Explorer could also offer second-row captain's chairs, a push-button ignition, a surround-view camera system, a wireless phone charger, a Bang & Olufsen sound system, leather upholstery, a 12.3-inch digital instrument screen, a heated steering wheel, and others.

There are also numerous standard safety features in the 2024 Explorer. These are trailer sway damping, forward collision mitigation, lane departure mitigation, rear parking sensors, and a blind-spot monitor. Additional safety features in select higher trim levels include adaptive cruise control, evasive steering assistance, lane keeping, front parking sensors, and rear auto braking.

[44gamez]

Best Destiny 2 expansions, ranked

Welcome to the purely subjective recreation of what's the greatest Future 2 enlargement. I’m going to rank all of the Future 2 expansions from greatest to worst and also you’ll agree or disagree. Let’s get into it!

All Future 2 expansions ranked greatest to worst

To clear the air, I’ll begin by stating my bias, as a result of all of us have one. I performed Future 1 and Future 2 what felt like lifetimes in the past, bounced off, and got here again with The Witch Queen. Since then, I’ve performed Past Gentle and Lightfall. I’ve but to play Forsaken and Shadowkeep, however this listing will include my private desire combined with group consensus so that you get probably the most correct illustration of the place every Future 2 enlargement lies. Associated: Greatest Unique Weapons in Future 2 This listing accommodates solely the key expansions in Future 2 as these are the one ones at present out there. - The Witch Queen - Forsaken - Lightfall - Past Gentle - Bungie thirtieth Anniversary Pack - Shadow hold The Witch Queen

Picture: Bungie Once I first performed by means of The Witch Queen, I believed the truth that I used to be returning to Future 2 after a very long time swayed me into loving the enlargement, however that wasn’t the reality. The reality is The Witch Queen is one of the best Future 2 enlargement up to now due to its tight storytelling, lovely location, and progressive new gameplay options. The Witch Queen options among the greatest story missions up to now in Future 2 and introduced Gentle 3.0 which revamped Photo voltaic, Arc, and Void. If I needed to suggest anybody to purchase one Future 2 enlargement, it could be The Witch Queen. Forsaken

Picture: Bungie Although I've but to play it, Forspoken is many OG Future 2 gamers’ favourite enlargement. The story is likely one of the greatest advised and many individuals like it as a result of it introduced in new sturdy Unique weapons and armor and stuck quite a lot of points with the sport. If you wish to see the story of Cayde-6 earlier than entering into The Closing Form, you should expertise Forsaken. I might wait til it goes on sale, because it usually does, earlier than getting Forsaken. Lightfall

Picture: Bungie Lightfall will get a foul rap as a result of everybody anticipated Bungie to ship an unbelievable enlargement the scale and scale of The Witch Queen however Lightfall fell brief. I feel it’s higher than individuals give it credit score for, however I do admit that the story is likely one of the weakest, that includes heartless moments and utter confusion. What redeems Lightfall for me is Strand — it’s probably the most enjoyable Subclass to date — and Neomuna which is a beautiful metropolis with an incredible tone. Additionally, I feel quite a lot of the missions are enjoyable even when the guts of the story is missing. Associated: Greatest Strand Fragments in Future 2, ranked Past Gentle

Picture: Bungie Past Gentle isn’t a foul Future 2 enlargement; I’d say it’s simply common. Europa is a effective map and the story itself is best than Lightfall, though the missions aren’t as enjoyable. The perfect half about Past Gentle is getting Stasis, however till lately, unlocking it and all of the Points and Fragments was an enormous grind. Due to that, individuals don’t suppose again too fondly on Past Gentle. Bungie thirtieth Anniversary Pack

Picture: Bungie Bungie’s thirtieth Anniversary Pack isn’t as stuffed with an enlargement because the others on this listing. All it did was have a good time 30 years of Bungie by giving gamers who purchased the pack the Gjallarhorn Unique Rocket Launcher which remains to be among the finest within the recreation, actually good weapons impressed by Halo, the Grasp of Avarice Dungeon, and a group of armors. Sadly, this not-so-expansive enlargement is best than Shadowkeep, which says loads. Shadowkeep

Picture: Bungie Shadowkeep is agreed to be one of many worst expansions in Future 2 historical past, and that’s due to its brief and underwhelming story, recycled areas, and introduction of spreading story and actions throughout 4 quarterly Seasons. Whereas Shadowkeep was grindy and lackluster, it gave us some nice Unique weapons and armor which are nonetheless within the meta rotation at the moment, together with Leviathan’s Breath, Witherhoard, Divinity, and Murderer’s Cowl. What's your favourite Future 2 enlargement? Are you excited or nervous for The Closing Form? Personally, I can’t wait. Till then, discover ways to get the Want-Keeper Unique Strand Bow by finishing the Starcrossed Unique mission. Read the full article

[doglok]

【咬人猫】Genshin Impact Hip Sway Dance 3.0- 「シュレディンガイガーのこねこ」踊ってみた-薛定谔的小猫 想做提瓦特幼儿园系列很久了，看到那么多女儿一起跳舞真的好治愈啊！实在是因为cos太消耗体力和时间，这次我先派出三位明星 ... via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1c_EsaFU6-U

[carasel]

THE TOP 10 VEHICLES FOR TOWING PT. 2

Last week we started our Top 10 cars for towing list. Here’s Part 2, with the rest of our favourite cars to tow a load with and get out of Sydney this summer:

6. Jeep Grand Cherokee

If you’re looking for value for your money the Jeep Grand Cherokee is where you’re going to find it. A Laredo 3.0 litre V6 turbo diesel is part of this five-speed automatic with a dual-range transfer case. Nothing presents a challenge for this machine with a towing capacity of 3,500kg and the diesel engine will give you much better fuel economy than its unleaded petrol siblings.

7. Isuzu D-Max

A ute that’s built like a tank, this beast is perfect for off-roading and bringing along the essentials. Its 3.0 litre four-cylinder turbo diesel will see you easily pulling a maximum of 3,000kg.

8. Mazda BT50 The Mazda BT50 boasts some firm suspension that makes it an ideal towing car. It comes with a 3.2 litre five-cylinder turbo diesel engine that can take up to 3,350kg and it even comes with a handy stability control system to help prevent trailer sway.

9. Toyota 70 Series Landcruiser

This one is an absolute classic and perfect for you if you’re going out to the bush. Choose from dual or single cab or even a five-door wagon and you’ll still be able to tow up to 3,500kg wherever you want. With a fantastic 4.5 litre turbo diesel V8 engine, the great outdoors becomes your playground.

10. Toyota 200 Series Landcruiser If you’re looking for something a bit more swish than the 70 series, then the 200 series is what you want. The specs are pretty much interchangeable between the two models, it’s really just the look that separates the two.

Your ideal towing car is bound to be in our top 10 so why not review last week’s five in The Top 10 Vehicles for Towing Pt. 1 and start planning your next big outdoor adventure?

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[education30and40blog]

Nixed textbooks, bans on faulty methods: How reading instruction is changing

See on Scoop.it - Education 2.0 & 3.0

There’s an idea about how children learn to read that’s held sway in schools for more than a generation – even though it was proven wrong by cognitive scientists decades ago. Teaching methods based on this idea can make it harder for children to learn how to read.

[twinhood-2dot0]

Shapes

Good morning, Alia... No exclamation marks today, I'm down with the "Tiny Chicken Disease". I had actually been sick earlier, gotten better, but then got sick again??? But I'm soaking through hankerchiefs and paper, that's all I know :P

I like that we've both made our little niches here, you with nerdy pop culture/media, me with nerdy explanation-style-rants. But today I must sway from it to go with non-explanatory style rants because explanatory style rants require research and work and I can feel the tiny chickens breed in my brain.

So let's talk about shapes, ones you can't name.

By Fancy Fortune Cookies - Contact us/Photo submission, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6873374

Fortune cookies have a shape you can see with your eyes closed. But a nerd’s gotta get the geometrical name, don’t they? 

The closest you can possibly get is a cone, in my opinion, but, like, not really. Of course, it starts out as a disk and then is folded over a bar once the fortune paper is added. But the finished product has an oyster-like, bilobed-ish shape. My hypothesis is that it's the folded over nature of it that makes it so hard to describe it. It's like a hollow cone but with a infolding at one part. Maybe that's how you'd call it.

By AntanO - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=40270300 

The mace is a beautiful spice - cozy and nutty-flavored, and describing its shape also just seems too hard. How about floral? It’s sorta wiry, I guess. The extended shape is much like an egg, (ellipsoid) , but once you remove the centre, it get's confusing.

Let me know what you'd call the shape.

Thanks, buddy. I'll read you on Sunday :)

[harrisonarchive]

London, 24 June 1967 and 29 June 1967: The Beatles (photo by Ivan Keeman/Redferns via Getty Images), and The Monkees (photo by ANL/Shutterstock).

“[At the Speakeasy on the night of 3 to 4 July 1967] a meeting between The Beatles and The Monkees [took place]. Around 11.30 pm, the Speakeasy began to fill up. The Who had arrived and so had dee-jays Kenny Everett, and Rick Dane […]. Micky Dolenz arrived with his pretty friend and companion Samantha Juste and asked for ‘Two large iced cokes please.’ They found two seats opposite Eric Clapton and started to talk about music and anti-gravity! Mike Nesmith wearing huge pink sun glasses escorted his pretty blonde wife Phyllis who had only flown in from America a few hours earlier. They, too, both asked for cokes and went to sit by the door. By now the records had been replaced by a live group on stage and the party people were beginning to sway with the music. Paul McCartney came in with Jane Asher and the hum and house grew louder. Paul stripped off his green and orange jacket to display a green and red floral short. Jane looked cool and beautiful in an apple green skirt and a blouse on which Paul had painted a series of designs. Beatle John, now minus his mustache, slipped in almost unnoticed and took a seat next to Paul. Picking up a packet of cigarettes from the table he demanded ‘Whose ciggies are these? Can I pinch one?’ […] George Harrison arrived with Patti[e] and two way-out friends, the boy playing a flute and the girl wearing a flower in her hair. The party was really beginning to swing. George removed his sheepskin jacket and made his way across the room greeting people as he went. Patti[e] talked with Jane, and George spoke to Mann Klaus Voormann. Iced cokes were being passed over bobbing heads, piggies were passed from hand to hand and Paul took a couple of hot sausages from a passing waitress. Cheese and pickles on sticks were popped into hungry mouths and George was hunting for a vacant chair. The group had finished playing on stage and music from the record bar bounced of out the speakers. John Lennon and Keith Moon were leading a boisterous chorus on one side of the room and George had found a seat on the other side with Eric Clapton and Procul Harum. By 3.0[0] a.m. George was serenading everyone with the help of his ukulele, Peter Tork was playing banjo like he had just invented it, Keith Moon was drumming on the table. Micky Dolenz was chatting quietly to Paul. Mike Nesmith and his wife had slipped quietly away and the crowd had thinned slightly. But the party still had another three hours to run! But there were two people who missed the fun — Beatle Ringo and Monkee Davy Jones. Both were visiting relatives ‘up North.’" - The Beatles Book, September 1967 (x)

“Monday night was the highlight of the whole thing. There was a big farewell party for The Monkees. The little restaurant at the Speakeasy Club had been taken over for the occasion. It was a fantastic scene. In this tiny room just about everybody of importance on the pop scene crowded together. Beatles, Monkees, Cream, Procol Harum, Dusty. You name ‘em — they were there! Down one side of the room was this long table — or several short ones put together, actually — which Beatles and Monkees had commandeered between them. Peter was sitting beside George. They called me over right away. George sat on the floor to let me in. All night long we were singing and joking. George made up this crazy, mad song about Harry somebody. I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed a party so much.” - Lulu, Monkees Monthly, September 1967

The following day... read more here. And, in January 1968; and June 1968.

[bluemoonfantasiesiii]

Why Visions are given and how they tie into what each Archon represents

Anemo

A lot of people like to joke that people are given Anemo Visions as a direct result of losing someone close to them, but it’s deeper than that. There are plenty of non-Anemo characters who have dead friends. What determines someone getting an Anemo Vision is them gaining a sense of freedom through that loss. Kazuha is the best example of this. He always wanted to live a more nomadic life, and the downfall of his clan, while deeply tragic, gave him the freedom to do that.

Geo

People with Geo Visions have made contracts with themselves, in a way, that translates to an intense dedication to their craft. Albedo is wholly devoted to completing his master’s final assignment to find the truth of the world. Noelle will stop at nothing to become a Knight of Favonius. Gorou is always talking in military tactic terms because he wants to be a good General.

Electro

People with Electro Visions are often regarded as outcasts. This is because they’re all very assured in who they are, and they refuse to let anyone sway them. Their identity and sense of self is eternal.

Dendro

I’ll come back to this one when 3.0 drops because we don’t have enough information on people with Dendro Visions at the moment.

Hydro

People with Hydro Visions have a strong personal sense of justice that can’t be shaken, a moral code that they live by and never stray from. Sometimes that sense of justice aligns with society, such as Barbara and her faith as a Deaconess. For others, their moral compass is skewed but still clear and concise such as Childe’s desire to protect his family, so much so that he would gladly slaughter armies for them.

Pyro

Pyro users are incredibly passionate and have a strong sense of righteousness, which combined with an unwavering proactiveness often gets them dragged into conflicts, wars. Diluc is literally banned from Snezhnaya for taking out Fatui agents in their own homeland. During the Vision Hunt Decree, Yoimiya was manufacturing false Visions as an act of rebellion, and Thoma straight up threw a spear at the Shogun’s face to save the Traveler from public execution. Sometimes these conflicts have much lower stakes, such as Hu Tao and Xinyan being antagonized by most of Liyue Harbor and remaining steadfast in their professions despite that.

Cryo

At the moment, we don’t know what the Tsaritsa is the god of, but there is still a commonality among people with Cryo Visions. No, it’s not feeling unloved like a lot of people seem to think. It’s being stuck between two worlds.

Kaeya: Mondstadt & Khaenri’ah

Eula: the Lawrence Clan & the Knights of Favonius

Diona: resenting her father & wanting him back in her life

Rosaria: her history and personality & the Church

Chongyun: his condition & his profession

Ganyu & Shenhe: Adepti & humans

Qiqi: life & death

Ayaka: her status as a Kamisato & her desire to connect with others

Aloy: quite literally her own world & Teyvat