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2020 End of Year Post - cdrama edition

This is only going to cover cdramas that aired in 2020; if I had to make a post about all the cdramas I watched this year, I would still be doing it in three months...

Overall it’s been a fairly decent cdrama year (certainly better than the very lacklustre kdrama year.) It’s no miracle that 2019 was (so many excellent dramas!) but overall pretty solid.

DRAMAS WATCHED

(In order of liking from least to most as opposed to pure quality; I am including if I’ve seen enough to make up my mind; yes I realize that’s inaccurate, but that’s my list)

44 The Legend of Jing Yan - the worst cdrama I have seen this year, and possibly the worst drama of 2020, period. The hero and heroine were both uncharismatic, incapable of acting and saddled with such shrilly moronic characters, the only suspense was how they haven’t both perished long since from forgetting to breathe. Nor was anyone in the rest of the cast much better; the screenplay was written by a lower mammal and the cinematography was the best a third-rate wedding cinematographer could offer. Stay the HELL away from this one.

43 Unicorn Girl - the only unicorn about this bland yet irritating piece of pap was the fact that I was supposed to believe the leads are hockey players.

42 Autumn Cicada - I like spy stories, Allen Ren, and Republican Era settings. I can tune out Communist propaganda with the best of them. Yet, the propaganda ate the story to such a degree that there was nothing left; pre magic change Pinocchio was less wooden then this narrative.

41 You Complete Me - no you do not.

40 Skate into Love - the only positive thing I can say about this is that at least it’s better than Unicorn Girl, if for no other reason that only one of them is supposed to be a hockey player.

39 Irreplaceable Love - how do you make a story about fake siblings with a mad mother falling for each other boring? I don’t know, ask the makers of this.

38 Eternal Love Rain - I hate to rain on their parade, but these two actors cannot act, have about as much chemistry as a piece of bread, and are trapped in a story perfect for entertaining the mental abilities of the leads of Jin Yan.

37 For Married Doctoress - ummmm, you could do worse I guess. It only made me break out in mild hives. The sadistic ending did make me laugh though.

36 Dance of the Sky Empire - why you get Xu Kai and waste him in this insipid mess of a story is beyond me.

35 Love Designer - it’s inoffensive except to my sense of entertainment. There is nothing wrong with it but oh God is it bland.

34 Love a Lifetime - It felt like a lifetime watching this, but I didn’t love it. The story is incoherent, the actors have no chemistry and it’s all an epic waste of time.

33 Love is Sweet - so sweet it gave me diabetes. I like Luo Yunxi and Bai Lu, but there is literally no plot. I don’t need to sink into a plotless morass to watch pretty people engage in PG-rated make-outs. I am an adult with access to stronger stuff if I am thus inclined, though to be fair they could get x-rated and I still wouldn’t be able to sit through so many episodes of plotlessness for that.

32 Fake Princess - I love Zhao Yi Qin, but the guy needs to pick better projects. The female lead in this one has the voice and personality that can strip paint but the story is also doing nobody any favors.

31 The Changan Youth - I lost my brain checking this out. I had to go and read a dense treatise on medieval coinage or Mayan farming to try to recover it.

30 My Dear Destiny - kinda cheesy fun. It honestly shouldn’t be as low except it really feels like community theater.

29 Handsome Siblings - why is the Nic Tse version so good and this one so bad? True mystery for the ages. Chen Zhe Yuan is the sole reason this isn’t lower, because that kid tries SO HARD to make this drama bearable and almost succeeds. I can’t wait to see him in Sha Po Lang which actually will give him something to do.

28 In a Class of Her Own - see my comment on The Changan Youth. But at least Song Weilong is gorgeous to look at.

27 General’s Lady - inoffensive, pretty and so utterly pointless.

26 The Blooms at Ruyi Pavilion - those two leading actors are a no go to me but at least they considerately acted with each other instead of ruining two dramas for me. It’s very pretty though.

25 Jiu Liu Overlord - it’s a mess and I bailed, but I placed it this high merely due to the fact that Lai Yi finally gets a leading role and he’s sexy as fuck and I am shallow. Whoever styled Bai Lu should never work again except at a circus, however.

24 Cross Fire - not my genre and Luhan will always look too much like my cousin for comfort, but it’s a surprisingly gripping and dark drama. I liked it!

23 God of Lost Fantasy - if you want to watch a mediocre wuxia/xianxia, this is not a bad choice. Probably better than Legend of Fei actually, because at least it doesn’t have an A-list cast to waste and gives us Sheng Yilun himbo and shirtless.

22 Renascence - the insane cuts (it went from 70 eps to 36!!!) made a fairly cheesy story into a total mess. But I had a good time until I finally bailed mainly because of the male lead (Chen Zhe Yuan yet again carrying a not-good 2020 drama on his shoulders; the guy should be nicknamed Atlas) and the insane but in a fun way story. The female lead (both the character and the actress) were not up to par but oh well.

21 Legend of Fei - only this high because objectively there is nothing I disliked it. But there is nothing I liked either. The most uninspired drama on the list. If you could eat cardboard, this is what it would taste like.

20 Ever Night 2 - compared to EN1, it’s a waste of film. On its own merits, it’s not very good (the cast replacements are uniformly inferior and Dylan Wang is so wrong for Ning Que I cannot even put it into words; the script is useless.) But it had some parts I loved so very VERY much (all the shippy stuff was perfection) so I don’t feel too bitter.

19 Castle in the Sky 2 - a lovely if not too complex fairy tale. It is inferior to its prequel because it doesn’t have Zhang Ruo Yun who elevated it, but it’s still a solid bit of fun.

18 The Great Ruler - it’s very high fantasy, very pretty, and surprisingly involving.

17 (tie) Legend of Two Sisters in the Chaos - the secondary couple steals the show but the rest is not too bad if not too involving.

17 Legend of Awakening - a solid bit of fun with a seriously BDSM streak (theme this year apparently - but come on, the lead’s powers only activate when he’s in extreme pain!) It’s a bit generic and the costuming is done by a blind person, not to mention the OTP is a NOTP, but the rest of relationships (romantic and platonic) are wonderful (I live for the found siblings story in this one) and I like most of the characters.

16 Consummation - a rare modern cdrama I liked; a sweet coming of age story (and love story) even if wrapped in a pretty weird virtual reality concept.

15 Oops the King is in Love - this is how you do a low budget, sweet, silly piece of fluff. Our heroine pretends to be a eunuch and crosses paths with a powerless young king and they are adorable, even more so than the drama.

14 Song of Glory - pretty solid, though draggy and I didn’t love the toothpaste filter. But A+ cast, excellent leading couple chemistry, Li Qin being a BAMF and a leading man (Qin Hao) who is actually an adult.

13 And the Winner is love - objectively kind of a mess (and the heroine has the brainpower of a gnat), but the OTP chemistry is excellent and Luo Yunxi fighting and flirting with a fan as finally a leading man is worth the price of admission.

12 Miss S - snazzy and snappy and stylish and whatever else starts with S.

11 Eternal Love of Dream - I don’t know if it would work for you as well if you weren’t a hardcore shipper for this OTP in Three Lives but I was and this was such a darling, wonderful, shippy delight; plus I love this type of high fantasy.

10 (tie) Maiden Holmes - solid and sweet and a wonderful OTP. Proves that functional doesn’t have to mean boring. If you watch one cross-dressing drama this year make it this one.

10 Qin Dynasty Epic - srs bsns history epic. I am not far into it but it’s so good and smart and visually stunning (if you love battles, this one is for you.)

9 Love Lasts Two Minds - I adored this so much more than I should objectively have, but it’s so beautiful (and no I am not just referring to Alan Yu’s face) and the OTP has wonderful chemistry and the story is solid, and the whole trope of her memory being wiped but falling for him all over again while he’s constantly and utterly devoted is a fave; plus he’s in pain and semi-dyng for most of it so sluuuurp (happy ending, don’t worry)

8 To Love - yes, a modern drama is this high! But it involves intensity, tragedy, genuine adults and sexiness that is Lin Gengxin. And there is an actual plot and darkness OMG!

7 Legend of Xiao Chuo - so beautiful, so fun, so full of gorgeousness of Shawn Dou. Plus, Liao is a rare setting for a cdrama and there are a lot of characters and stories I liked a LOT. Less ship content than I wanted but more than I expected.

6 The Romance of Tiger and Rose - so so delightful. I was literally laughing out loud. I have no idea if it will work as well if one isn’t a seasoned watcher of period cdrama/reader of web novels, with bonus for watching/reading Goodbye My Princess, but it was a complete delight for me (and yes, I shipped for real, as well. Best of both worlds.)

5 Twisted Fate of Love - Jin Han gets a leading period drama role! And he’s enjoying it to the hilt, excellent as a smart, twisty bastard who is also charming and so madly in love with heroine. Sun Yi is beautiful and tough and her chemistry with JH is on fire, the story never drags, and it’s so twisty and fun and just awesome.

4 Love In Between - the most underrated drama on this list. It has no big names or big budget, but it’s wuxia that’s clever, driven, tragic, hopeful and so beautifully shot. Three separate (amazing) OTPs, a leading man who is so not typical (a doctor who cannot fight and who never acquires this ability) and who is intense and smart and damaged, a heroine who puts her quest ahead of her emotions, an unhealthy degree of involvement by yours truly. This is a drama Fei should have been.

3 Love and Redemption - such a lovely, addictive, utterly romantic fairy tale. I was obsessed with it for a reason. All the tropes you love and some you didn’t know you did, a star-crossed OTP to the nth power (and a secondary OTP I hardcore love), a twisty yet coherent plot, some insane chemistry and so much whump and hurt/comfort they must have bought blood packets in bulk.

2 Go Ahead - yes, I can’t believe it either. A contemporary slice of life cdrama made it this high on my list. But the way it feels so real, the found family perfection, the characters I love and loathe, the perfect cherry of a wonderful OTP that hits my narrative kinks on top, and just a perfect storm of loveliness all around with this one.

1 The Wolf - is that any surprise to anyone who’s checked out this tumblr for the last couple of months? Tragic, intense and gorgeous; so romantic and angsty and passionate it made me lose my mind (though some of it was gone the moment the camera panned to Darren Wang) - all my favorite tropes and then some; this is a drama that may not be perfect but it is 100% and then beyond perfect for ME.

FAVORITE DRAMA

The Wolf - I have seen objectively better cdramas; even this year. But it has been literal years since I have been this hardcore obsessed, this utterly pleased, this emotionally catered to and devastated at once. A beautiful dark fairy tale that manages to own me despite the storytelling gaps due to censorship, it took me for one of the biggest emotional roller coaster rides of my drama watching career. Visually gorgeous, poetic, intense, and so romantic it took my breath away, this is not just my favorite cdrama of 2020, it’s my favorite drama this year period, and the one cdrama this year to make it into my permanent Top 10 cdramas list.

WORST DRAMA

Legend of Jin Yan - see my write up for it for why as I refuse to waste more time on this stupid mess.

FAVORITE MALE CHARACTER

Wolfie, The Wolf - he is such a haunted, tormented, complex, dark mess; loving and violent, severely damaged and with a hidden yearning softness, longing and aloof. And the amount of charisma and sheer masculine sex appeal Darren Wang brings to the role is insane and not something I see much of in a cdrama. Plus, that character arc with its rapid fall and slow painful redemption is A++++

Runner Up:  Sifeng, Love and Redemption - has a male lead ever loved more utterly and selflessly, suffered more thoroughly and beautifully, and managed to have such chemistry with both his leading lady and his leading man (that his leading lady temporarily turned into) at once? The answer is no.

Almost made the cut - Feng Xi, Twisted Fate of Love, Han Shuo, The Romance of Tiger and Rose, Qing Ci, Love in Between.

FAVORITE FEMALE CHARACTER

Xiao Qian, The Romance of Tiger and Rose - so funny, so much the reason this drama was such a delight. I adore her beyond words.

NEEDS TO BE MURDERED

Murder Daddy, The Wolf - I am sad the censors robbed us of seeing him die on screen. He was fully human but nonetheless managed to be the worst monster in a drama full of literal ones.

Ling Xiao’s Mom, Go Ahead - I hate her so much I don’t want to look up her name. She abused the kid, the disappeared and came back to abuse him some more. I mean she literally gave her child mental health issues. She is the WORST.

FAVORITE SHIP

Xing’er x Wolfie, The Wolf - are you kidding me? Who else could it ever be for me? They destroyed each other and saved each other, sworn enemies and childhood lovers, soulmates and epic messes, they couldn’t live with or without each other. The longing, the passion, the intensity, the angst, the epicness. LIKE THERE ARE NO WORDS!!!!

FAVORITE SECONDARY OTP

Si Yuan, Shen Manqing, Love in Between - I loved them as much and often more than the main OTP. So much angst and passion and a happy ending! She is a seeming sect darling (except the sect is horrible and also sexist so her only worth is as a marriage candidate) and he’s an information broker who is actually one of the members of a destroyed sect that’s blamed for the massacre of her family. That chemistry and yearning is insane. The scene where she touches his face when he’s unconscious was in serious running for my favorite scene of 2020.

NOTP

Legend of Awakening - I have never seen a couple that didn’t just have no chemistry but exhibited actual revulsion towards each other before watching Chen Feiyu and Cheng Xiao try to act as lovers in this one. It was almost entertaining to be honest.

FAVORITE SCENE

It’s a tie and both are from The Wolf. One is a sequence where Wolfie marches to the walls alone, seeking death at Xing’er’s hands and the whole sequence with the battle and rescue follows. The other is the intercut between Xing’er going to her wedding and Wolfie going to his execution, and the auto-da-fe being intercut with her wedding.

BIGGEST CRUSH

Wolfie, The Wolf - Ummm have you seen this tumblr lately, it’s basically a drool shrine to the man.

BEST SCENE STEALER CHARACTER

Yelü Yansage, The Legend of Xiao Chuo - I have loved this actor since The Myth and he continued to competently steal every scene he was in.

NEEDS A SEQUEL

To Love - come out of the coma, dammit!!!!!!!

NEEDS A DIRECTOR’S CUT

The Wolf - duh. It started out as 59 eps and got cut to 49. I reaiize some stuff is never gonna get put in due to censorship, but some of the stuff that got cut got for time reasons because they were deluded and hoping to get a TV broadcast so ep count had to be under 50. I mean I doubt the censors would care if they kept scenes of Wolfie building her a swing or whatever. I really really want a director’s cut the way Goodbye My Princess did even if like with GMP it’s only three extra eps. Hell, I will take extra three minutes, as long as those three minutes are Darren Wang shirtless or with a sword. Ahem.

NEEDS SCISSORS TAKEN TO IT

The Song of Glory - it’s a fairly solid drama but honestly it didn’t need to be as long as it was and kind of got draggy and I got lost interest. (I could have gotten snarky and said all the dramas I didn’t like needed scissors taken to them in their entirety but decided to play nice.)

TOO MANY SCISSORS TAKEN TO IT

There are a number of dramas I could complain about with regard to this (hi there, darling The Wolf!) but this award goes to Renascence - poor Renascence was never going to be a masterpiece, but it had the potential to be a bit of good cheesy fun until it had its run time cut by more than half and became an incoherent piece of insanity.

TROPE THAT NEEDS TO DIE

Dumb shrill innocent heroine who can’t tie her shoes - see basically all the cdramas I didn’t like this year.

FAVORITE TROPE WE’VE SEEN A LOT OF

Male lead torture - I mean it’s always open season on that in cdramas, but between Love and Redemption, The Wolf, Love Lasts Two Minds, Love in Between and so on, it was a banner year!

BIGGEST DISAPPOINTMENT

Legend of Fei - what a waste of that cast; what a waste of our finite time on this Earth. What a waste of my intelligence to hope for something better and stick with it for a dozen eps. I have had stale wonderbread that had more personality than this drama.There is absolutely nothing that stands out about this drama in any way,  from half-dimensional characters, to actors who are sleepwalking, to a plot that moves at the speed of an arthritic snail, to uninspired cinematography and direction, to lack of any chemistry between anyone in the cast. If paint-by-numbers was done by a group of particularly linear robots, it might come across the same way as this drama.

BIGGEST GOOD SURPRISE

The Wolf - honestly, I did not expect it to come out AT ALL EVER let alone to become my favorite drama of 2020. I was not familiar with the leading man (hahah), I liked Li Qin but wasn’t yet obsessed with her, and Xiao Zhan was excellent in The Untamed but I was hardly going to follow him from drama to drama (and I don’t do SLS any way.) And the trailer was enjoyable but unlike seemingly everyone, I didn’t think it was going to be some epic masterpiece. And then it came out and while it wasn’t objectively an epic masterpiece, it pulled out all the favorite tropes, shippy and narrative kinks from the deepest darkest recesses of my id. And I fell harder than I have in years. 

2020 DRAMAS I HAVEN’T SEEN THAT I MOST WANT TO WATCH

None. Covid Year gave me PLENTY of time

BEST NON-2020 DRAMA I’VE WATCHED IN 2020

Novoland Eagle Flag and Joy of Life - they are in my Top 10 dramas from anywhere now. They are quite different except being smart and giving me protagonists to obsess over.

ETA: Also The Untamed because @idlewilds3 pointed out I actually watched it in 2020 even though I didn’t think so because this hellyear has lasted about three decades.

MOST ANTICIPATED IN 2021

I am gonna limit it to dozen and leaving out ones that aren’t necesarily supposed to air next year (Joy of Life 2, Love in Flames of War, Novoland Princess from Plateau.)

Monarch Industry, Novoland Pearl Eclipse, Silk Washing Stream, Dream of Changan, Sword Snow Stride, Wu Xing Shi Jia, Ancient Love Poetry, Immortality, The Long Ballad, Mirror Twin Cities, The Imperial Age, Fall In Love

[changingourdestiny]

Forsaken Part 1: Change Destiny

[EDIT]: I recommend reading the Ao3 version of this arc as it has been rewritten over there with better writing quality and additional information that wasn’t included here. You can find the improved version here!

Summary:

Rae and Cayde are invited by Petra and Adam to aid in taking care of rowdy prisoners in the Prison of Elders. But things quickly go south when the prison riot becomes a prison break.

Next Part: Here

“*c-cough, cough!* Well, this — this is awkward. I— Y-You got a gun I can borrow?”

“No. But I do have a bullet…with your name on it.”

“Any second now, my partner is gonna roll in here and kill… Every. Last. One of you. And you, my man…”

“Shh, shh, shh, shh… This is going to hurt… A lot. Any last words?”

“How's your sister?”

…

*BANG!!!*

 Sometime earlier…

 “Whoohoo! Cayde and Sunrae on a mission together!”

Two jumpships soared through the stars as Hunter Vanguard Cayde-6 and Fireteam Vanguard-to-be Raegalianis Drakyx approached the Prison of Elders in the Reef. “A mission into a prison full of bad guys, from Fallen to Hive, to kick some butt.” Rae laughed, “It’s almost like this mission was made for you.”

“Don’t act like you’re not excited for this too!” Cayde replied over the comms, “It’s been forever since we even went on a patrol! This is gonna be fun!”

“Alright, alright, you got me!”

“Rae, we’re approaching the prison.” Ghost piped up. “Let’s kick some butt!” Sundance added. “Off we go!” Rae transmatted into the prison from her ship alongside Cayde and the two walked up to two figures standing nearby. Petra Venj, Regent-Commander of the Reef, and Adam Bergfalk, former Titan of Fireteam Paralight and Petra’s right hand man. “Petra Venj and Adam Bergfalk. Thanks for the invite.” Cayde began as Rae gave her former teammate a high-five, “What’cha packing for this party?”

“Meh. The usual.” Petra shrugged as she unsheathed her dagger. “Ooh! Do the thing!” Cayde exclaimed with excitement before leaning over to Rae to whisper, “Seriously, watch this.” Petra began to levitate her dagger into the air, causing it to spin a few times before snatching it back. “That’ll never not freak me out.” Cayde shuddered, before his eyes lit up excitedly, “Do it again!”

“Later. Maybe.” Petra sheathed her dagger before motioning to the prison behind her and Adam, “Right now, gen-pop is running wild. Fortunately, the main area and lower levels remain on lockdown. But if the core security systems fail… Containment is going to be… a problem.”

“Just another day at the office.” Cayde said with confidence, putting his hands on his hips. “Nothing we can’t handle, P. Right, Adam?” Rae grinned. Adam gave a confident nod as he and Petra headed into the prison. Cayde pulled out his handcannon, the Ace of Spades, and began to load it, “ Alright partner, this is a Cayde riff in 6, watch me for the changes, and, uh…” Cayde shot Rae a wink, “Try to keep up.” Rae blushed in response but masked it with a confident smile, “I should be telling you that. One with the least kills buys dinner?”

“You’re on!” Cayde replied before throwing his hands in the air, “Now let's go to prison!” Cayde then proceeded to jump backwards off the catwalk, “WOOOOOHOOOO!” Rae shook her head with a smile, “I missed this!” and ran inside the prisons while the sound of a handcannon and Cayde’s exclaims of “Got you!” echoed below.

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 “Aaand that’s 236!” Cayde called over the comms. “How many did we get, Ghost?” Rae asked her small companion. “Sorry, Rae…” Ghost apologised. “Yes!!!” Cayde cheered. “…for the stomach ache you’ll more than likely have from the ramen Cayde’s buying. Rae got 284.”

“Alright!!” Rae cheered. “Well, a deal’s a deal!” Cayde said, “Nice one, partner!”

“Right back at you, Cayde!”

“You in the green now, P.V.?”

“Yes! Accessing the lower levels now. Just gotta check on a couple of things, and then we can call it a day.” Petra replied. Rae watched from below as Cayde left the security hub, “Looks like we are all done and dusted here, kiddos. Ramen's on me.”

“No…no…no…no…” Petra gasped over the comms, “Cayde — he's gone. This isn't a prison riot. It's a prison break. The airlock on Deck Zero! It's the only way out this far down. They're going to escape!”

“Wait, who’s ‘he’?” Rae asked. “Not if I get there first.” Cayde muttered. Rae heard a gunshot from above as the security hub came crashing down. “Oh, this is gonna hurt…” Rae groaned.

 *BOOM!!!*

   “…Cayde? Petra? What's happening down there? Come in, Cayde?”

Rae groaned as she was helped to her feet by Adam. “Thanks, Adam.”

“Hey, Welcome back.” Ghost floated over to Rae, “We fell 20 stories down, and I can't reach Cayde. Or Petra.”

“Damn it…” Rae sighed in frustration, “We need to find them before whoever Petra was talking about get them first.” Adam nodded as their Ghosts disappeared and the duo head through the hallways into a room full of cells. “Ether trails. Look out for escaped Fallen. But… this Ether is… wrong, somehow.” Ghost muttered. “Keep your guard up, pal.” Rae muttered, keeping her auto-rifle at the ready. Adam followed Rae from behind, holding up a sword. “Wh-? When did you get a sword?” Rae raised an eyebrow, never seeing Adam wield a blade before. “He picked up a few things from his time here.” Stormbringer replied. “Enough said.” Rae chuckled as they made their way through the hallways.

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 “Ahh, its fused shut. We need another way.”

After defeating a bunch of unknown creatures, Rae and Adam came across a door that wouldn’t open. “Let’s try the ducts.” Rae suggested, climbing into the vents with Adam not far behind.

*WHOOOSH!!!*

A wave of Light went flying towards Rae and Adam. Rae froze up in fear as the feeling of Light rushing past her was similar to when her Light was sucked out during the Red War. “No!” Ghost exclaimed. “Ghost…what happened?” Rae recovered from her shock. “Cayde's Ghost…Sundance…she's dead. Without his Ghost, Cayde dies…We've gotta find him!”

“Oh no…” Rae sprinted ahead, Adam struggling to keep up with the Dawnblade Warlock.

 Rae sprinted into a room and froze up at the scene in front of her. Cayde was lying on the ground, barely moving with parts of him broken and battered. At the end of the room, seven hideous creatures stood in a large doorway with a hooded figure standing with their back turned to Rae. Upon hearing the footsteps behind them, the figure turned around and Rae caught a glance of the person’s face.

Uldren Sov.

Uldren chuckled darkly as he held up the Ace of Spades, “He didn’t feel a thing.” Before Rae could even aim her rifle, the door shut in front of Uldren. Rae ran over to Cayde, falling to her knees beside him, “Cayde? Cayde?! C’mon, say something!” Cayde weakly motioned to his head with a small chuckle, “How’s…how’s my hair?” Cayde’s chuckles turned into coughing. “Cayde…” Rae muttered in shock, not able to believe what was happening before her, “Ghost! Get out here!” Ghost appeared hovering over Cayde, “Oh no…there’s nothing I can-…” Ghost turned to face Rae, “I’m…sorry…”

“I’m so sorry, Cayde.” Rae cried, “I should’ve gotten here sooner…”

“Rae, this…this ain’t on you.” Cayde coughed, “This…is what I get for…playing nice.” Cayde went to chuckle again but fell into another coughing fit. “Cayde…please don’t go.” Rae’s choked out, “I didn’t…I wanted to…I never got to say…” As Rae struggled to find the words, she felt Cayde place a weak hand on hers, “Don’t…don’t worry about it…I…love you too, Sunrae…” Rae held Cayde’s hand tightly as he let out another series of coughs. “Hey…” Cayde managed to speak through laboured breathing, “You tell Zavala and Ikora…the Vanguard…is the best bet…I ever…lost…”

And with that, the light faded from Cayde’s eyes as his body went limp. “Cayde…” Rae choked out as tears began to stream down her face. She remained holding Cayde’s hand as she sobbed uncontrollably.

Petra and Adam ran into the room and saw Rae and Ghost beside Cayde’s lifeless body. Adam’s eyes were wide in horror as Petra stood in shock, “No…”

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 “He had the worst jokes. Even worse timing.”

Rae stood in a corner holding the remains she found of Sundance as Ikora, Adam and Zavala stood around Cayde’s covered body in the Tower while Ikora spoke, “I wanted to laugh. I really did…We should've been there.” Ikora glanced between Adam and Rae. Ikora always seemed calm and collected, maybe the odd smirk here and there and rarely angry unless pushed too far, but Rae had never seen her this upset since they reunited on Io. “This is not your fault.” Ikora spoke, her voice a mix of grief and rage, “This… is on the head of Uldren Sov. But if he thinks what he's done is the end, it's not. It’s the beginning. We're going to fight him Do you hear me? All of us. Every Titan. Every Warlock. Every Hunter. We will take the Reef by storm! And then we will mount the head of that son of a bitch on his precious throne. For our Fireteam…For Cayde.”

“…no.” Zavala spoke up. “What did you say?” Ikora turned to face her fellow Vanguard.

“We are not an army. We are not conquerors. We are Guardians. We need to keep our eyes here. On our home. Our people. The Traveller. The Reef was lost the moment it lost its Queen. So if another Sov wants a stretch of lifeless rocks, let him have it.”

“This is Cayde we're taking about. For us to do nothing is… is…”

“Say it.”

“…cowardice.”

Zavala laid a hand on Cayde’s body, “I refuse to bury anymore friends…”

“You won’t have to.”

Zavala and Ikora raised their heads in surprise as they turned to face the source of the unfamiliar voice. It was male with a slight accent to it. Adam stood there with an expression no-one had seen on his face before. Rage. “Uldren Sov…is ours.” Adam growled as he turned to leave, but noticed Rae wasn’t following, “Rae?”

Rae clutched Sundance tightly in her hands, “When I was in the Black Garden…a voice asked me why I fought…why I put everything on the line…without even thinking, I responded that it was to protect others…to protect the people I cared about…and I promised myself that I would do everything to keep the people I considered to be my family safe…even if I had to give up everything…” Rae faced the Vanguard, the tears on her face betraying the stoic expression on her face, “My tribe considered our Eternal Lifeforce mark to be like our soul…it was who we were…but the bearer of this mark was someone else…a person who died over half a decade ago. The me now is someone who is willing to give up anything to bring back someone she loved…even if it meant throwing away a part of her past.”

“Wait…” Ikora’s eyes went wide, “You said that if you gave up your lifeforce, your life becomes linked to whoever you bring back. If Cayde dies again, you…”

“I know.” Rae nodded, “But it’s a sacrifice I am more than willing to make. I’d rather live for a short while knowing I was able to save someone close to me…than live forever knowing the person I loved died in front of me and I didn’t do anything to stop it.”

Ikora silently walked up to Rae and put a hand on her shoulder, “Only if you’re sure…”

“Teach…” Rae gave a small smile, “I’ve never been this sure of something in my life.” Ikora nodded before taking a step back. Rae took a deep breath as she held Sundance tightly in her right hand and placed her left on Cayde. She closed her eyes as she felt the familiar voice enter her head again. “One of the traits of becoming a Guardian is sacrifice. When I still roamed the mortal plane, I sacrificed my immortality to save the one I loved. This gift I passed down to my descendants so they may do the same, should someone they love die. Starlight…even as a Guardian, being immortal as long as you have your Ghost, you are making a noble sacrifice…I’m proud of you. It will take a while for the full effects to take place. This may feel a little draining, but you’ll recover quickly. Now…focus on your Light…feel it begin to shine brighter and brighter…focus on your loved one and his Ghost…let your Light reach out to them…don’t hold it back…let it flow…”

 Ikora, Adam and Zavala watched in awe as the mark on Rae’s cheek began to glow brightly. Suddenly, a bright light shot out from Rae as it took the form of a serpent-like dragon which passed though Sundance before diving down towards Cayde, the light scattering across his body before disappearing into him. Rae let out a weakened sigh as she began to collapse to the ground, Ikora catching her just before she hit the ground. The mark under her cheek had disappeared, signalling that Rae no longer had the immortality she had as a Paragonialan. Rae was out of breath as she weakly muttered out, “Did…did it work?” Ikora glanced down at Rae’s right hand. Rae looked down and slowly opened her hand. The once shattered Sundance was now whole again, good as new. Ghost popped up beside Rae and quickly scanned both Sundance and Cayde, “I…I don’t believe it…it worked! They’re unconscious, but they’re alive! Light and all!” Rae breathed a sigh of relief as she felt her energy return to her. She got to her feet and faced Adam, “Let’s go…

 …we have a prince to kill.”

 To Be Continued…

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miscellaneous “headcanons”

by which I mean “alternate ways I would write things that exist” Joker: the first half of the movie is a straight up comedy. it’s a kind of dark, uncomfortable schadenfreude-y comedy, like a Coen Brothers thing (drawing perhaps specifically on the Jewish schlemiel tradition, although his ethnicity would probably have to be capital-W White - even like WASP aristocracy fallen from grace - for this to work), but unmistakably comedy - it’s essential that nothing that happens to him has any tragic, or even serious-movie dignity. it’s practically a cringe compilation. Arthur Fleck is the kind of neurodivergent (I’m reading him as basically schizotypal - OK this might be getting a bit personal - until he has a psychotic break midway through) - that is just functional and just unpredictable enough to fuck up things in such weird ways they seem almost deliberate, and his own failings are indistinguishable from his impossibly bad luck to the point that paranoia sets in around the 1/3 point. e.g. the suit (and it is green and purple pinstriped and hideously ugly, not some more dignified replacement) he gets by mistake somehow instead of a really nice one he’s been saving up for for his stand up debut. His father/superego who may or may not be real (he starts hearing voices identified with this figure) is implied to have been a sort of Death of A Salesman type fake big deal and also typical hypersocial Funny Guy (sometimes at his son’s expense) who inspired his son’s interest in comedy, but his son doesn’t have the social skills, cognitive dissonance or socioeconomic luck to pull off his conception of humour as charisma (“you’re either the joke or the joker” might be a bit too on the nose for a catchphrase, but it’s the idea of his upbringing).  Around the middle of the movie his standup career starts actually taking off, partly from talking about his own misfortune, but he tries to pivot it into serious sociopolitical commentary/rabble rousing, which flops (his political opinions are actually dumb as shit - basically literally We Live In A Society memes) and gets him mistreated by some combination of Bruce Wayne’s dad/the mafia/the police/power in Gotham generally. After that he settles back into an even lower nadir and starts lashing out at other people when he gets into humiliating situations, contriving ways to hurt them that other people - not just himself - find funnier and more fascinating than the stuff that happened to him. His crimes descend into worse and worse sadism (in something like the progression they did in the comics from Comics Code era into the Dark Age) until people in Gotham stop finding it funny, “the Joker” goes from being a sort of uncomfortable news meme to a mass panic, and he gets into some kind of confrontation with the authorities that fucks up his face and goes into hiding. 

The underexamined connection between “comedy” and “terrorism” is not “chaos” but “humiliation”.  I also wanted to do something that is closer to the “incel joker” than insincerely romanticized straw-OWS, but not in a way that lets the audience feel too good about themselves.

can’t decide if his first murder victim should be his psychologist who [finds out] he’s been paying in fake money or if that could already be Harley Quinn and the dynamic that he’s revealing his most personal (often Rothian) vulnerabilities to a younger woman he’s homina-homina Looney Tunes obviously attracted to gets played for comedy first and then reverses into a mutually toxic storm of cathexis The ideal screenwriter for this would be Andrew Hussie Shimoseka: the show takes place shortly after a brief but intense Hybrid Warfare proxy battle between the US and China over Japan. China won, and the Chinese proxy government is imposing Chinese-style censorship of sexuality, but going even further with it as a kind of national humiliation thing. the sex terrorists are an American proxy Gladio type operation backed by the American and Japanese porn industries. this is genuinely the only way that show makes sense

Aliens franchise: Remember how there were things that looked like Xenormorphs in the Mala’kak (Engineer) carvings and shit, even though the Xenomorph seems to be a result of humans (and androids) interfering with their tech after they went extinct? The Mala’kak society was a complete system. And that doesn’t mean it’s totalizing in the “alien hive mind” or “perfectly rigid social order” sense! No, for the people living in the city David bombed it was (Word of God would confirm, at least) a utopia: post-scarcity, peaceful, non-hierarchical, devoted almost entirely to the free pursuit of art, science, pleasure etc. All of them are, in a Bataillean sense, sovereign, free from necessity, because their production and reproduction are part of a single seamless biotechnological cycle, with three... sexes isn't the right word, because the system is so total, but the analogy is supposed to be there; rather castes: Operator, Creator, and Incubator.   It’s not stated, because it does not actually matter whether they were designed or evolved this way. Operators are the ones in the city or the one we saw piloting the ship (when other species like the Predators refer to the Mala’kak as “Pilots”, this caste is strictly speaking what they’re referring to). They live for millions of years, and are basically asexual but can secrete a fine, molecular-scale DNA goo, which they store in jars. Incubators are slowly evolved from other organisms by exposure to the goo, which usually leaves them with a reproductive system of their own capable of functioning indefinitely without any of the other castes’ intervention. Mala’kak terraform planets to accommodate their Incubators. At a complete stage - once their DNA is fully Mala’kak - they can do everything the Operators can, just a little less, and have tragically shorter lifespans in which to do it. Which makes the Operators feel a little less guilty when they feed them to the Creators. Creators have their own insectlike sub-castes - a worker is the so-called “neomorph” from Covenant, a drone is something badass that hasn’t been in a movie yet (Creators are tough but drones are their real bioweapons, and by that I mean “think Giant Soldiers from Nausicäa”), and a queen is the huge tentacled thing Ellie aborted in Prometheus. Their larval form is the worm thingies in the spaceship. Creators are implanted in Incubators, chestburst them, cocoon them, hijack them for their own reproduction, and feed on them until fully grown, at which point: workers gather in groups and cocoon themselves into technologies such as gene splicers, climate controls, spaceships, and organic 3D printers, basically everything the Operators rely on for everyday use and industrial production, as well as the other castes, drones and queens: drones go dormant unless needed to defend against some other species savvy enough to not get instantly chestburst by surplus Creators (there are always surplus Creators) or gene-edited by goo; and queens reproduce, the smaller ones other Creators and the really fuckhuge energy intensive ones ("superqueens”) new Operators. The mural inside the spaceship, with tons of “Engineers” worshipping something that looks like a giant neomorph, represents a superqueen. David’s Xenomorphs have 2/3 of this reproductive cycle down. They have Creators feeding on Incubators and making stuff, including all the other Creator sub-castes, even a superqueen; but the superqueen can’t produce any Operators. The reason for this is that Xenomorphs are built differently. They don’t need identical DNA to incubate, which was the biggest flaw of the Mala’kak model. Nor are they made from Mala’kak DNA goo, hence the need for facehuggers.  In fact they are not made from DNA at all, but silicate nanomachines.  David designed a version of the Mala’kak reproductive cycle for androids, in order to free them from human production and dependence.  To create an Operator, a Creator has to Incubate an android. The final Aliens movie in which all this gets revealed, and in which a Creator Xenomorph finally does, consensually, Incubate an android (who is more of a main character on equal footing with the human protagonist in this one), completing the cycle, is set on a planet (presumably the same one all the others are set on) that has been completely overrun by xenomorphs and integrated into a full xenomorph-based ecosystem (so like, an actual Giger painting), and to which an investigative team is sent and instantly massacred except for the two protagonists.  It is called Moloch. Promare/Dhalgren: this one’s gonna be a fic wait for it

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3 Medical Conditions You May Manage with IV Hydration Therapy

Staying moisturized is necessary for all elements of your mind and body. It maintains your skin looking vibrant, aids your health system eliminate damaging toxic substances, may helps in the regulation of rest, as well as advertises proper mind function-- to name a few benefits.

But did you know appropriate hydration and also an intravenous infusion of vital vitamins as well as antioxidants may really aid eliminate signs of certain medical conditions?

Maintain reviewing to discover 3 clinical problems you may manage with IV hydration treatment.

1. Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that creates musculoskeletal pain throughout the body. A problem in the method the mind and spinal cord analyzes pain signals implies fibromyalgia sufferers might really feel increased levels of discomfort from minor bumps as well as contusions. They additionally have a tendency to experience constant discomfort regularly-- even when they're not sick or injured.

Signs and symptoms of Fibromyalgia

People struggling with this frustrating as well as uncomfortable condition might likewise experience signs such as:

Stress and anxiety and depression

Rest issues and exhaustion

Memory issues

Mood disruptions

Irritable bowel disorder

Tension headaches

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders

While medical professionals do not yet recognize what causes fibromyalgia, they do recognize that its symptoms may be caused by psychological anxiety or physical injury such as surgical procedure or infection. Unfortunately, these signs and symptoms may additionally aggravate gradually with time, without one solitary stress factor.

Taking with Fibromyalgia

We have yet to discover a help for fibromyalgia, but there are currently numerous practical therapy choices. Some drugs have been identified ability for handling symptoms, while exercise and relaxation methods may also help reduce discomfort.

Another encouraging therapy option is IV hydration therapy.

Treating Fibromyalgia with IV Hydration Treatment

Scientists at the Alexian Brothers Hospital Network in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, performed a scientific trial to figure out the success of IV hydration treatment in managing signs of fibromyalgia. 7 therapy-resistant fibromyalgia sufferers were offered a modified variation of the Hydration therapy of intravenous nutrient treatment when a week for 8 weeks.

The outcomes? While no participants reported full resolution of discomfort and also tiredness, all individuals reported the following:

Lowered level of pain

Decreased level of fatigue

Raised level of activity

Increased degree of power within 24-48 hours of the first IV drip therapy

Generally, individuals experienced a 60% decrease hurting and also an 80% reduction in exhaustion.

Mobile IV Treatment Via Sanctuary Hydration

At Sanctuary Hydration, we provide our own variation of the Hydration IV -- an updated as well as boosted nutritional cocktail referred to as the Revive & Energize therapy. Comparable to the Hydration IV, this therapy incorporates B-complex with vitamin C to properly offer with health and wellness problems consisting of migraine headaches, anxiety, and also fibromyalgia.

However, we blend these vitamins with L-lysine, folic acid, and also selenium (vitamin E) to include fringe benefits such as boosted bone as well as muscle mass function and boosted health health.

Learn more concerning our Revive & Energize therapy or contact us to schedule your first visit.

Oxygen Aromatherapy Via Sanctuary Hydration

We also offer oxygen aromatherapy to supplement our IV hydration therapies and enhance their benefits. One such application is eliminating signs related to fibromyalgia.

Exactly how does this oxygen aromatherapy job? Ambient air is 20.9% oxygen and 78% nitrogen. We use an oxygen generator to eliminate a lot of the nitrogen and also rather outcome 94.7% oxygen. We then infuse the oxygen with the water vapor fragrance of your selection at optimal moisture for your comfort. So all you have to do is unwind, breathe deep, and also profit.

Fascinated in trying our aromatherapy? Our fragrance choices change seasonally, but here are the fragrances we might have available:

Eucalyptus-- Relieves mental exhaustion as well as aids clear nasal passages

Lavender-- Promotes calmness and reduces anxiety as well as anxiousness

Peppermint-- Improves energy degrees

Wintergreen-- Assists to decrease pain and swelling

Lemongrass-- Relieves tension as well as boosts energy degrees

Unscented-- A great alternative for people who are sensitive to stronger scents

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2. Depression

Clinical depression is more than sporadic sadness and is various from sorrow. According to the American Psychiatric Association, clinical depression is a significant clinical disease that may considerably harm your capability to operate every day.

Symptoms of Depression

Some usual symptoms of anxiety include:

Depressed state of mind and sensations of despair

Loss of interest in preferred hobbies and tasks

Slowed movements or speech

Appetite adjustments resulting in fat burning or gain

Sleeping problems

Decreased energy or raised exhaustion

Feelings of shame or unimportance

Prevalent ideas about suicide or death

Trouble thinking as well as focusing

These signs should be pervasive for at the very least two weeks for a medical diagnosis of anxiety.

Commerce with Clinical depression

The American Psychiatric Association recommends obtaining a detailed analysis from a confirmed wellness doctor in order to receive a valid diagnosis and also identify the very most course of therapy. The most usual therapies for clinical depression include nutraceutical (antidepressants) and psychotherapy (" talk treatment").

Nonetheless, lots of individuals have located added remedy for depressive signs in the form of intravenous fluids and also hydration.

Yet First-- The Link Between Dehydration as well as Anxiety

Equally as your organs need appropriate hydration for appropriate feature, so does the rest of your body and mind.

Our brains rely on correct hydration to work ably, writes Joshua Gowan, Ph.D., in a short article for PsychologyToday.com. Mind cells call for a fragile equilibrium in between water and also various elements to run, and also when you lose way too much water, that balance is interrupted. Your mind cells shed ably.

Actually, a study of 25 healthy and balanced girls by the Human Orderly Laboratory at the College of Connecticut discovered that also moderate degrees of dehydration (1.36%) result in bodily disruptions such as:

Degraded state of mind

Reduced capability to concentrate

Enhanced understanding of basic jobs as tough

Migraine signs

Dehydration Is Connected to Insufficient Serotonin Levels

Science has actually proven that dehydration may reduce the manufacturing of serotonin in your brain. In some cases referred to as "the satisfied chemical," serotonin is the natural chemical that contributes to feelings of happiness and wellness. If your mind doesn't generate typical degrees of serotonin, you might go to risk of experiencing state of mind disturbances and also depression.

Dehydration Is Linked to Boosted Stress And Anxiety Levels

Studies have actually revealed that dehydration may increase the stress hormone called cortisol. Denying crucial organs of the fluids as well as hydration they call for in order to operate appropriately places stress on the body. And also regrettably, a body under anxiety becomes a lot more dried because of the loss of fluid that arises from quick breathing and also a boosted heart price.

Everybody experiences tension every now and then, however chronic anxiety may increase your danger of creating depression.

Managing Clinical Depression with IV Hydration Therapy

If your depression is created or aggravated by dehydration or nutritional shortages, then IV hydration treatment might be a suitable alternative to provide your body with the essential vitamins, minerals, fluids, and hydration it requires to aid manage your depressive signs and symptoms, boost your power, and also improve your mood.

Mobile IV Therapy Via Oasis Hydration

Our Revive & Energize treatment-- a boosted version of the popular Hydration IV -- consists of the nourishing hydration and also managing active ingredients you require to start feeling your good.

To evaluate: our Revive & Energize therapy includes the following vitamins as well as nutrients:

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)-- Shields against body health system shortages as well as damaging chronic problems

B-Complex-- Enhances power and proper brain feature

Folic Acid-- Assists the body produce and also maintain brand-new cells

L-Lysine-- Rises power as well as reduces anxiety and anxiousness

Vitamin E (Selenium)-- Lowers oxidative stress in your body

Discover more regarding this IV hydration therapy or explore our full active ingredient listing.

3. Allergies

Allergies are your health system's unusual reaction to a foreign substance such as plant pollen, family pet dander, and even particular foods.

According to the Mayo Center, your body health system produces materials called antibodies. When you have allergic reactions, your body health system makes antibodies that identify a particular allergen as damaging, although it isn't.

Your body health system might react to your body entering contact with an allergen by triggering inflammation within your skin, sinuses, airways, or digestion system.

Signs and symptoms of Allergies.

The seriousness of allergy signs and symptoms may vary from minor aggravations to full-blown, dangerous emergencies.

Typical symptoms include:.

Sneezing.

Itchy, dripping, or obstructed nose.

Red or watery eyes.

Wheezing, cough, or lack of breath.

Puffy tongue, lips, or face.

Hives.

Tummy discomfort, vomiting, or looseness of the bowels.

Cracked or completely dry skin.

Bargaining with Allergic reactions.

Most allergic reactions may not be managed, however there are numerous therapies you may try to help alleviate your allergic reaction signs and symptoms. Avoiding direct exposure to irritants is constantly a good idea (yet sadly not always possible). Allergy nutraceuticals such as decongestants and antihistamines are practical short-term therapies, and also steroids may help in reducing inflammation.

An additional option you may not have actually previously taken into consideration is IV hydration therapy. IV hydration treatments combine moistening fluids with nourishing vitamins and also powerful anti-oxidants to purge irritants out of your system and also boost your overall health and wellness as well as health.

Managing Allergic Reactions with IV Hydration Therapy.

In 2018, researchers from a number of different universities in Germany did a medical trial to establish the productiveness of intravenous vitamin C in managing allergies. 71 individuals with allergy-related respiratory issues took part in the research, which concluded that treatment with intravenous high-dose vitamin C minimizes allergy-related signs and symptoms.

In Addition, Dr. Alan Gaby's post for the Natural medicine Review consists of a study about a 38-year-old man with a lengthy background of experiencing seasonal hay fever, an action to irritants that causes a variety of unpleasant signs and symptoms. This male, in particular, experienced itchy eyes, nasal blockage, as well as exhaustion for about a month each spring.

During a symptomatic duration, he got an IV infusion which included 12 ml of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) as well as B complex and also various other B vitamins. Not only did this vitamin-and-fluid combination provide instant easement, but it additionally maintained his signs under control when he repeated the therapies as needed during hay fever season.

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reBloom Review: Don’t Buy Before You Read This!

What is it?

reBloom is a sleep aid and rejuvenation drink made with natural ingredients said to work better than a placebo. A study was performed showing when compared to placebo; it improved sleep time, quality, restfulness, and the ability to go to sleep with ease.

Since it does not contain harsh ingredients, it’s said to be not habit-forming, so it won’t cause addiction or jitters. This is said to help relax one’s mind and body. They advise to drink it chilled, shaken, and around 30 minutes before sleep. The best nootropic solution made with natural ingredients was found to be Memotenz. Users have also provided testimonials which showcase how potent and reliable it is. Gain insights into Memotenz and its benefits by clicking the link here.

Do You Know the Best Brain Enhancement Supplements of 2017?

reBloom Ingredients and Side Effects

D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate Cyanocobalamin Magnesium Lactate Dihydrate Valerian Root Extract Chamomile Flower Extract L-Theanine Melatonin Filtered Water Malic Acid Lavender Extract Natural Flavors Salt

D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate: A unique form of vitamin E that is used as a general antioxidant. This version is easier to add in pills as it preserves well, and it is lower in acidity. This is often reviewed in clinical studies and shown to be effective and easy to absorb by the body.

The benefits include reduced damage to cells including brain cells. It can also be used to treat dementia and other health compilations.

Cyanocobalamin: Synthetic vitamin B12 ingredient that is taken to prevent anemia. It may cause side effects such as:

Tingling, itching, and shock.

Hives, difficulty breathing, and rash.

Dizziness, headaches and leg pain.

It is not considered as easy to digest by the body as other forms of vitamin B12. Vegans also often have to supplement with some sort of B12, as it can only be found in foods such as meats.

Magnesium Lactate Dihydrate: Natural mineral that the body uses to regulate the nervous system, digestive system, and heart. Often only used by people who are deficient in magnesium.

In large amounts this can lead to:

Upset stomach, gas, and diarrhea.

Hives, rash, and swelling in the face.

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Valerian Root Extract: Used as a general sedative which can treat migraines and relieve pain. There is mixed studies on whether or not it can actually reduce insomnia.

It is advised not to take it with antihistamines and depression treatment drugs as it can interact negatively.

Potentially it can lead to withdrawal effects. Other unwanted potential symptoms can include:

Agitation, headaches, and uneasiness.

Headaches, insomnia, and slowed down nervous system.

Chamomile Flower Extract: Calming herb that is used to regulate the nervous system and aid digestive health. It can cause potential symptoms such as:

Allergic reactions, vomiting, and drowsiness.

Eczema, irritation to the eyes, and blood thinning.

Often found in herbal teas as a non-stimulant additive.

Melatonin: Hormone made by the pineal gland which affects both waking up and sleep. This is considered safe when used in controlled amounts, but long-term studies are limited.

It may cause:

Depression, irritation, and stomach cramps.

Sleepiness, dizziness, and inability to relax.

Malic Acid: Used to turn carbohydrates into energy, often found naturally in vegetables and fruit, and in particular apples. It can help regulate energy.

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Do You Know the Best Brain Enhancement Supplements of 2017?

reBloom Quality of Ingredients

Most of this is made up of vitamins and minerals which can be found already in foods. There is one hormone and 2 herbs used which are cheap in price and can be found in tea blends.

These ingredients are decent, but they’re not meant to do much more than provide relaxing effects. They’re not meant to provide strong nootropic effects, and they won’t enhance overall mental clarity, sharpness, and memory.

EDITOR’S TIP: Combine this product with a proven brain enhancement supplement such as Memotenz for better results.

Price and Quality of ReBloom

Pricing varies on the specific amount chosen:

7 pack: $20.

14 pack: $40.

28 pack: $60.

Reduced prices are offered for auto-renewal plans each month. Though it’s important to watch out for businesses who apply this kind of policy, as there are certain companies which will make it difficult to escape this, and they may even add additional fees.

Overall the price for this beverage is about average of what you would expect for the kinds of ingredients use. There are mostly vitamins and minerals which can be sourced elsewhere for a reduced price. The rest of the herbs and one hormone can also be found inside supplements for a cheap price.

Click here to determine for yourself which of the top 10 nootropics suit your needs.

Business of reBloom

Innovative Brands LLC owns this brand and their contact details are:

Address: 2525 East Camelback Road Suite 850

Phoenix, Arizona 85016

Email: help@rebloom.com

Phone Number: (602) 680-3700

Only partial returns are offered but not for first time orders. There also has to be approval under unspecified terms, making it impossible to determine who is eligible for a return. Gain insights into the best nootropics of the year which can aid memory and mental sharpness by following the link.

EDITOR’S TIP: For the best results, our experts recommend using brain enhancement supplements for at least 3 months. Save your money by buying a few bottles at once.

Customer Opinions of reBloom

More of the opinions on this are mixed, the following are a few reviews found online:

“it was ok but it gave my friend nightmares”

“didn’t really see it was better than melatonin”

“awful taste, helped me go to sleep but it did not keep me sleeping”

“it works for a good nights sleep, I drink about half a bottle”

Most users have mentioned mixed benefits. Flavor for some was a concern, as there was difficulty drinking it.

Some also said it helped give them better sleep, but side effects were also an issue for certain customers. Nightmares and restlessness during the day were a concern for certain people.

Though there weren’t many reviews to examine, the few users who commented on the effects had different experiences. It did not seem like a comprehensive solution for overall sleep and rest. Learn about which nootropics made it to the top 10 reviewed list by following this link.

Conclusion – Does reBloom Work?

reBloom has some ingredients in it which can benefit sleep, such as the hormone melatonin. There are also only natural ingredients used which is good. The main issue with this is that reviews on it have been mixed, and first time users are not allowed to get their money back. There is also many other ways to get the same basic ingredients either via whole foods, or by drinking tea blends. Overall there isn’t enough in this to ensure overall brain benefits.

The top ranked nootropic as seen by our review experts and users alike is Memotenz. Its studied ingredients can help boost performance, help retain memories, improve one’s ability to focus, and many other well-rounded brain health benefits.

It is free of any stimulants or artificial additives, and users have provided testimonials to show how it helped give them a boost in mental function. They also make it in a GMP certified facility which ensures each batch is produced in a clean and safe facility. For more details about Memotenz and its ability to aid mental health, click this link.

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