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italiansteebie · 2 years ago

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The first time Steve is exposed to subculture, it changes his life. The sneer his mother gives ins't surprising, but Steve can't help but be entranced by the glinting silver on this random man's body.

They're everywhere, in his nose, lips, and when he flicks his tongue out, Steve even catches sight of the shining jewelry in his tongue. And maybe Steve was already 13, practically grown up at this point, but he sees this man and thinks, that's who he wants to be when he grows up.

Unfortunately, that is not how things go.

His mother sees him studying the style of the delinquent in front of them and smacks his lightly on the head. "You have a reputation to uphold, Steven," She mutters through gritted teeth. So Steve hangs his head, and his dreams of looking like the colored haired boy he saw in the grocery store.

So years later, he's still adorned in polo shirts and light washed jeans. He's snuck in some goofy hair, but it's no where near what he'd want it to be ideally.

And here's the thing, he knew his family's reputation was important, but now that he's been denied from every college he applied to, including tech, and he's been lowered to serving ice cream in a sailor uniform, he wonders just how important the reputation was.

He can't help but wonder if he's going to die like this.

Covered in vomit and blood, in a sailor outfit on a dirty bathroom floor curled up to a lesbian, who he thinks maybe his soulmate. Platonically, of course.

"I've always wanted, like- colored hair. 'Nd piercings 'nd stuff. Y'know." Steve said, letting his head fall against Robin's shoulder. "Why haven't you?" Robin asked, resting her head on his. Steve shrugged, "Reputation, I guess. I think my parents would commit homicide."

Robin snorted, "If only they could see you now," she giggles. Steve shifts to retaliate, but can only laugh along with her. Steve nods, laughing harder when an angry looking Dustin and Erica barge into the bathroom.

They make it out alive.

Somehow. But they do.

And that's how they ended up here.

"Rob, are you sure this is a good idea?"

"Of course it is! Look, Eddie is probably the only punk adjacent guy for miles, and he probably knows about all those records you think you hide in your closet."

"You've seen those?"

Robin shrugs, "When there's a box labeled 'do not open' in King Steve's closet, you take a look. It doesn't matter! I'm sure he knows who Iron Maiden is!"

The door swings open, "Of course I do."

Eddie Munson stands in front of them in all his glory.

"Told ya." Robin says, a light sneer on her face. Steve shoves her over, before looking back at Eddie, about to speak before he cuts him off. "I know Iron Maiden, what I don't know, is why King Steve is on my front porch with Robin from band. And why he's asking about Iron Maiden of all things." Eddie looks a bit like he want's to turn them away, but he steps back and opens the door wider, motioning for them to come in.

Once they're all milling about Eddie's tiny living room, Steve starts. "I know you've got this whole," Steve gestures at Eddie, "Metal head look going on and, well. I need some advice. Guidance, if you will." Robin nods along with him. "Yeah, a lot of guidance. He want's to get his nose pierced, but he only has polos."

Steve scoffs at this. "I have band shirts, Buckley. I'm just not allowed to wear them. But no more! I'm fully embracing this side of me."

Eddie watches, slightly amused, "So what do you need my help for?" He asks, eyebrow arching. "I need you to pierce my nose. Or at least tall me where to go," Steve rambles, shifting from foot to foot.

He watches as the metal head mulls this over. Eddie sighs, and shakes his head, Steve's shoulders dropping. "C'mon, Rob. He's not gonna do it, let's just go." He says quietly. "Woah, hey! I never said I wouldn't do it. I just don't uh- Why me?"

"You're the only person I thought could be helpful." Steve admits, watching as a smirk spreads across Eddie's face. "Alright then, big boy. Step into my office."

Steve follows Eddie into the bathroom, Robin hot on his heels, watching in some combination of awe and fear as Eddie pulls out. needle from the medicine cabinet. "Oh shit," Steve breathes. Eddie raises an eyebrow, but moves on. "Stay here while I get the jewelry."

"You okay, Steve? Oh my god, you're shaking." Robin frets, "Do you wanna back out? We don't have to do this." She says, grabbing Steve's hand. Steve swallows thickly, "I- I want to. I just. The needle is really freaking me out. I keep seeing that fucking syringe." Robin nods, rubbing Steve's shoulder, laying her head on his shoulder.

Eddie comes bounding back into the bathroom, "Hey- woah. Am I interrupting? No PDA in the trailer, please." He laughs. Steve and Robin jump away from each other, "Oh ew. He is so not my type," Robin groans.

"Whatever, let's do this Stevie. We're doing your septum, right?"

Steve tilts his head, and Eddie sighs "The one right here," Eddie places his hands on his own septum. "Oh, yeah. That one." Eddie nods, getting to work.

Eddie lies the needle up with Steve's nose, "Okay, breath in," Steve follows, "And breath out," Eddie instructs, and slides the needle through. In a fluid motion, Eddie slides the jewelry in, screwing on the ball and checking his work.

"Alright, we're all done, Steve-o." Eddie says, patting his cheek, before looking up at the boy. He looked a bit pale. "Steve?" He asked, before Steve promptly passed out, flopping to the floor in a boneless heap. "Oh, shit. Steve!" Robin cries, bending down. Eddie freezes for a second, "Oh shit. Okay. He probably just fainted, it happens sometimes. Lemme get him some water." He practically leaps through the trailer to grab some water.

He's back in the bathroom right as Steve comes to, "Scoops! I work for scoops, please!" He's shouting, there's tearing streaming down his face and Robin is there next to him, holding him close. "Shh, Steve. We're in the trailer, remember? Eddie's trailer? He pierced your nose." Robin soothes.

Eddie moves in closer, "yeah, I uh. I got you some water," he says, handing him the water. Steve grabs it with a shakey hand, "Thanks, Munson." He breathes, tears slowing. "Uh. Sorry. I had a long month. Y'know," Steve shrugs, and it leaves Eddie reeling. Was he just going to pretend this didn't just happen? The guy was still sitting on his bathroom floor. "Steve, seriously? Look, just sit here, I'm gonna go call someone to pick us up." Robin sighs, before making her way out of the small space.

"Are you okay," Eddie asks, sincerely, "No." Steve answers, voice cracking as he does so. "I was in that mall fire last month, and the hospital trip involved a lot of needles. I guess I didn't realize they still kind of freak me out." Eddie nodded in understanding. "I get that. I couldn't look at a blue chevy for the longest time cause it reminded me of my dad."

Steve sighed, "Thanks for doing this, Eddie. Hey, uh. How much do I owe you?" Eddie waved his hand, "It's all good, Harrington." He dismissed. Steve shook his head, "No way man, I gotta pay you back somehow." He insisted.

Eddie mulled it over, "take me to dinner?" He asked, before realizing what the fuck he just said, "I mean- fuck. Not- I didn't" He scrambled to his feet. Steve grabbed his hand, "Eddie, wait. It's fine."

"Fine? I asked you on a date. If you hadn't just passed out in my bathroom, I'm positive you would've decked me by now!" Eddie squealed. Steve shook his head, "I- I like both, Eddie. Y'know, boys and girls. And honestly. I'd love to go on a date with you," Steve said, smiling up at him.

"Steve! Joyce's here to pick us up since you died!" Robin called from the living room. Eddie helped Steve stand, and walked him to the living room. Steve leaned a little heavier into his side, "I'll call you when I'm a little less weak in the knees, okay?" Steve said softly, pressing a kiss to his cheek before following Robin outside.

"Thanks again, Eds!" Steve called once he was in the car.

Eddie couldn't wait for that phone call.

#punk steve harrington #punk steve au #steve harrington #eddie munson #pre steddie #robin buckley #best friend robin #post starcourt #starcourt aftermath #stranger things #steddie #steddie ficlet #best friend robin buckley #platonic stobin #platonic soulmates stobin #steve has bad parents

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narcjsistx · 3 months ago

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𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐋 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄! | itoshi rin x fem reader

part sixteen: kiss || BAND AU, A BIT AGED UP

plot: after your band's last concert, a few days after Rin's, an online competition arises about who is the best bassist. A whole new challenge is created by the new fandom who loves you, but people don't know that you and the bassist of Blue Lock haven't spoken in about 3 years since you broke up, when you were sixteen

02: PAST, YESTERDAY

characters presentation here ; all the parts here

"Trust me, it's a surprise" you say, holding his wrist, eyes covered with a headband. You can't help but giggle seeing him so confused, but you're glad he has his eyes covered, otherwise he'd see your cheeks red "If it's something stupid I'll throw you into the sea" he says walking, and you nod "Yes, Rin, you can do it, but only after you see my surprise" you say, continuing to walk

Today is the fourteenth birthday of the boy, who you now know you are in love with. Almost a year ago "Blue Lock" was born, a band of which you are the manager and actually the founder; since Rin discovered his talent for singing he hasn't stopped, just as the band hasn't stopped being strong, becoming quite good, and you can't help but be proud of them, but especially of Rin

Rin has never celebrated his birthday, especially without Sae, who has been in Spain for a year now. But you wanted to surprise him, and even if it cost you a lot of time and even a lot of money, you don't care. There is a bar in town that is famous for having live bands perform, but they never accepted Blue Lock's request, saying they were still too young... at least that was until two months ago, after another three months of emails and about double the money you normally have to give to perform. The other members know and are already waiting for you in the club, but Rin knows nothing, here's the surprise

You arrive in the wings of the bar, where you see Isagi and Bachira giggling when they see Rin blindfolded. The boy has tense muscles, and this makes you a little tender "Bend down"

Rin comes to your height, where you remove his headband, his eyes slowly adjusting to the light “Happy birthday, Rin!” you shout, and the boys join in, surrounding you. Rin looks at the place in confusion, alternating his gaze between you and Isagi, who has become his more or less friend besides you “What?” he says confused, and you chuckle “Doesn't this place remind you of anything?” you ask, and that's when Rin seems to realize: his eyes widen as he notices the bar sign placed in the wings. You smile serenely at his confusion, while the boys begin to make fun of him, putting an arm around his shoulders; but he shakes them, standing in front of you “Who organized this?” he asks still surprised "Y/N!" Reo shouts laughing, and you look down, your cheeks even a little redder. You feel his eyes watching you, and when you look up, you're surprised to feel his arms holding you close, he's that never been a big fan of public affection

“Thank you” he says softly, his arms around your waist. You feel your heart beating too fast, but you ignore it as you rest your head in the crook of his neck "It's nothing" You say softly, but he shakes his head "No that it's nothing. It's more than I've ever had in my entire life" he says so low that you struggle to hear him, but a spontaneous smile comes to your lips "I'm happy you like it"

"I don't want to ruin the moment... but... we should go. In fact, we're already late" says Isagi, and while you nod, moving away from the boy, Rin glares a little at the guitarist. You notice how the tips of his ears are now a little red, and that a light shade of pink adorns his cheeks; you are intrigued by this reaction, but as soon as Rin notices that you are looking at him he turns, going towards his bass that Chigiri had previously brought to the wings. You shrug at his reaction, but as the boys begin to take the stage and you're moving to sit in the audience, you feel a hand grab your wrist. You turn, finding Rin's determined gaze, maybe a little more determined than normal

“Will you look at me?” he suddenly asks, and you're a little confused by his words, but you nod "Obviously. I want to see you give it your all" you say, and you see him relax a little. You think he'll let go of your wrist now, but you still see him still, his gaze a little more lost, as if he were thinking about something important "After... can we go to the beach?" he asks, and you nod "If you want, yes. Why?" you ask curiously, but he steps onto the stage, leaving you alone and with thoughts

You arrive in the audience, placing yourself precisely under the stage to have a better view: the presenter announces the band and the boys immediately start playing, Rin's voice exploding in the bar and making everyone dance and sing. You're so proud of him, and you're sure Sae would be too, even though the two brothers talk very little now. You sing, you dance, you participate in the crowd cheering the band, yet every time you look at the boy his eyes are already on you, as if they were studying and talking to you; it's a new sensation, almost surreal, but you can't help but smile at him, trying to express with your gaze how well he's doing, how he is finally doing what he has always wanted, that is making a crowd shout his name. It's a dream that only you know, and only you know that he is now making it come true

After nearly two hours, the band finally finishes singing all the songs they could. They're tired, you can see it, but they're happy, especially Rin who doesn't smile but lets it be known. The presenter is about to take them off the stage, but the boy grabs the microphone, his voice a little hoarse from hours spent singing "I have one last thing to do" he says directed towards the audience, but looking at you, that you didn't know about this

"Today is my birthday. Or rather, it was about half an hour ago, it's after midnight... anyway. I would like to thank someone in the crowd, who organized all this for me and the whole band. Thank you. Thank you so much, mysterious person who knows exactly who I mean. Thank you for everything, from what you have done from our first meeting until tonight. But now it's my turn to give you something"

You look at him with shining eyes, the crowd looking around but not understanding; you cover your mouth with your hands, feeling your face go up in flames. You head towards the wings, but before you can even congratulate everyone, Rin grabs your wrist, starting to run towards the beach. You look at the others in confusion, but they seem to know something

In the sea breeze of your prefecture, you start running. Rin doesn't let go of your wrist, not daring to turn to meet your eyes. It's almost like one of those romantic movie scenes you've seen sometimes, but slower, even if you're running

"What do you want to do?" you ask running "Something I should have done a while ago"

Run until you reach the beach, at the precise point where you decided to form the band. One in front of the other, his hands end up on your shoulders, which however are far too tense "...Rin? What's happening?" you ask, but he's looking down

"I've liked you since we first met" he says softly, but his words reach straight to your ears, making you paralyzed. The boy looks up, his usually stiff face now calmer, letting his still childish features show. You look up at him shakily, your lips parting but unable to form a sentence; and he seems to notice it, as he takes your hands in his "Since we played together for the first time I understood that you wouldn't remain forever just my brother's best friend. But I realized it, I think... two or three years ago. I realized that it wasn't just a simple connection, but something else"

To say that his words hit you hard would be an understatement, it would be even more understatement to say that your heart is exploding. His eyes tremble a little, and you think you gave him the wrong signal "Wait, it's not what you think-" you say shaking your hands awkwardly, still realizing that the boy you like loves you back "So? What do you answer me?" he asks, tightening his grip on your hands a little, and you let out a small sigh, this time looking down …I feel the same" you say, not knowing how to reply without sounding apathetic

"Do you like me?" he asks surprised

"For a while" you admit nervously

It's only a matter of seconds before you find his lips on yours, placed almost shyly, waiting for any sign of approval or disgust. But when he feels your lips move without breaking away, it's as if something lights up in him, moving his hands around your waist, almost to make sure it's not a dream. Your hands end up on his neck as you finally enjoy the sensation you've craved for years

It's a gentle kiss, very different from Rin Itoshi's often harsh and cold demeanor. But this shows you how much he cares, how much he wants to distance himself from his cold behavior for this kiss, which is the first in all life for both

When you pull apart, a light shade of pink sprinkles both of your cheeks as you begin to laugh. Rin hides nervously his face in the crook of your neck, but you can't help but be happy with what happened tonight: you gave him something, he gave you something so so so special

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kanmom51 · 1 year ago

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Public service notice

Remember how I said I haven't blocked you just yet @chaotickoalacat ?

Well, got your reply ask, and let me tell you this:

I'm really tempted to do it right now.

I am not going to answer this ask, more so because I know how you will be literally crucified in the comments not only for the utter nonsense you are spewing but the way you are doing so.

I will address a couple of things you are saying though. Because seriously dude, I'm in utter shock as to how you are actually able to come up with this stuff.

You believe MHJ? Really?

You tell me that because she created NJ then her saying that Illit are copying her then that's it? It must be true? She also said that BTS copied her concepts in the past, that true too? You are aware of the fact that she is all about the visuals and has nothing to do with the music part of things, right? Just checking.

And in the same breath you are also full on acknowledging that she was the one behind the BTS leaks, including the damaging leak of JM's private info.

So, let me get this straight, you have no issue in believing a person that is untrustworthy and moved to hurt your fave, as long as it suits your current agenda? Seriously? I kind of think that once untrustworthy always untrustworthy. Or in your world is it once untrustworthy sometimes trust worthy as long as what's coming out of their mouth is what I want to hear?

Btw, you most definitley showed your true colours with the whole "JK's fling" idiocy. Prey tell me what does it say about JM, or more so, what does it say about what you think about JM if he sticks by JK's side while JK, in your warped mind, is an untrustworthy copy cat cheater? You must think so highly of JM for sticking by JK's side when JK treats him like shit (according to your warped views).

And let me make my views clear as day here. JK did not copy JM nor is JK an asshole cheater that can't keep his dick to himself. Balloon busted for you, I guess.

And yes, we are both BTS fans (or are we? cause you seem to be a solo stan and not a fan of BTS the band and all it's members), but clearly you lack the basic emotional intelligence that someone who is mature enough and with some life and long term relationship experience has. Either you are very young and inexperienced or for some reason lack that healthy relationship experience. Because thinking so low of JK and yet believing at the same time that JM would stick around someone like that, yeah, there is something lacking in your life experience. Maybe no experience, maybe bad experience, maybe too much Kdrama watching experience. Whichever it is, please, do not try and compare us.

There is NO comparison.

You say that you don't view JM as a damsel in distress, that he is a strong person, stronger than JK seeing how well he did in the army. Let me start by saying what a load of bull (not the him being strong part, but the part where you claim you aren't out to 'save' him). He's strong when it suits you, which is when you want to prove he's better than JK and/or the others (I'll get into how disgusting and disrespectful that comparison you are making is in a second). But at the same time he, supposedly in your fantasy world, allows JK and the company to step all over him, to copy his ideas and creativity and to scorn him and mess around with others, and continues to play along with their game, of showing up for JK, going on trips with him, enlisting with him even after he's supposedly, again, been mistreated, disrespected, cheated on. I would kind of suggest that you make up your mind which is it?

As for this constant comparison with the others when it comes to their army service, I've been vocal about this in the past and I will say it again. It sickens me how disrespectful you are towards not only the other BTS members, each and every one of them doing their utmost best within their army placement, but it's disrespectful towards every single other SK young man that is doing their compulsory military service. How easy it is sitting on your comfy chair in the safety of your own home or wherever it is you are sitting, which isn't an actual war zone, behind your screen and keyboard, grading these young men that have left their lives behind for 18 months to enlist into active duty in a military that is at war with another country. Please have more respect not only for every single one of the members (each serving at their utmost best within their assigned duties) but also for all the other young men that are doing just the same. JM is amazing, he's assigned duties are utilizing his high level of intelligence and mathematical abilities. Kudos to him for excelling at it. But why is it so hard for you to say that and at the same time say the same about each and every other member? Why is there this need not only to uplift one, but to do so at the expense of the other, diminishing what the other is doing? This whole attitude is just so childish and stupid. And you know what? Like I said, it's disrespectful not only to the other members and to every single other soldier, but also to JM, who doesn't need to bring down the others to show just how amazing he is.

This is it. Let me make this as clear as day that even if I end my sentences with a question mark, it's a rhetorical question and not an invitation for your response. I will not reply to any more asks you might throw my way. Obviously you are intrenched in your ideas and opinions, as warped and unhealthy as they may be.

Good luck trying to save JM from the one person he is showing us all that he wants to spend every second, every minute, every hour with.

And good luck with it all when Jikook Karma strikes, cause it's coming and it's coming strong, and when it does come well, all those that lack the respect to either JK or JM, those who are willfully closing their eyes and ears to what they have been showing and telling us for years now...

...the day is coming when it can no longer be ignored.

#jikook #kookmin #minkook #jungkook #jimin #jm #jk #jikook karma

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poodlejoonas · 22 days ago

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I didn't wanna say anything, just observe and try to process on my own, but fuck it we ball.

Joel leaving the band should be a wake-up call for some of y'all to come to terms with how you treat mental illness and neurodivergence. Yes, even if you're also depressed, or also anxious, or also diagnosed ADHD. Especially if you're one or more of those things. It's like you don't wanna believe that Joel's lifelong, every day mental and emotional state could actually cause serious physical health concerns - you only wanna see him as the "hehe quirky energetic boi." Which he can be that sometimes, but y'all let that view of him cloud your judgment and make you ignore real issues.

And when you only see the quirky side of his ADHD, some of y'all [emphasis on some] get a little too comfortable with bullying him about it. But you might say, "Oh, well I have the same thing too and it's #relatable so it's okay if we joke and bully him (affectionately)." That's still ableism, babes! Being a little depresso bean yourself doesn't mean you get to make fun of someone else's depression, it just give you permission to talk about your own. Having ADHD doesn't mean you get to be a bully about someone else's symptom expression, even if you think you're just being playful about it. Leaving it on your blog or on Discord is one thing. Posting it in a place where you know he'll see it is a totally different beast. We should all know better than to know you can't read tone through text. You can only do that once you know someone's typing style on an intimate level and can understand if they're joking, pissed off, or chill about it.

None of us know Joel on a daily basis, no matter how many IG stories he posts or how many times we rewatch their tour vlogs and watch him make silly noises or be moody. The other guys can (affectionately) joke around with him because they know him and they've lived in buses and the studio with him for 12+ years. WE. CAN'T. He's always caught the most shit from fans for captioning pictures with future song lyrics that read a little depressingly (like what the other guys did), posting about his sad feelings or low self-esteem, and even sharing his playful moments. He's been a lot of fans' personal voodoo doll for projecting feelings and fanfiction headcanons because his ADHD and other issues are treated like a headcanon.

(And before you say anything - yes, I'm aware I'm not entirely innocent of this either. I've written it into the dad!AU to be as honest to reality as I can be. But I've never tried to force any of my fanfic ideals onto others. I've never forced my fics into anyone's faces if they didn't want to read them. And I for damn sure haven't been the judge, jury, and executioner for how fics with Joel could be written. Because he's a person, not a doll to play with.)

Finally - for the love of GOD - recognize the difference between Blind Channel's songs about mental illness and suicide and the reality behind them. In the songs, they're aesthetics. That's what musical symbolism is about. They exist in their aesthetics so that we can also feel things and process our own shit on our own time. Anytime I get "Die Another Day" on my shuffle, I stop what I'm doing to cry about it then move on with my day. Every one of their sad songs has an even sadder backstory. "Bad Idea" exists because Niko was literally talked off a ledge. "Feel Nothing" tells the story of being so done with life that your whole body goes numb. "Don't Fix Me" is about coming to terms with having a fucked up life and mental state. "Scream" is dedicated to one of Joel's dearest idols, whose life story and death (I'm 95% certain) was part of his fears of continuing in the band with his mental state.

Remember that Joel was literally the guy whose answer to the question, "Where do you see yourselves in ten years?" was "In a grave." IN A GRAVE. And he has the self-preservation now to acknowledge that he may end up there in his stated timeline if he continues doing something that will get him there. Maybe, just maybe, there's a little twinkle of hope that he can grow old and find real happiness and peace in his life. This is someone who probably never thought he'd live to see 30. And he finally has the chance to chase peace on his own terms. We should be grateful for that, but the Anger part of the "Fandom Five Stages of Grief" would rather have us all turn against the five remaining members of the band we all claim to love so much.

Cope how you want, I'm not a fucking cop. But when you're ready for this conversation, return and do some serious thinking about it. There will be future depressing songs not written by Joel. Then who will you project onto?

#blind channel #joel hokka #long post #emotional post #rant #jesus christ i never would have thought we'd come to this #i've been avoiding tumblr because my own psyche has been in a bad place and i didn't want to doom scroll #but tbh some of these feelings have been boiling under the surface #fuck it i guess i'll swing the bat at the hornet's nest

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pilfappreciator · 1 year ago

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ATTENTION TROLLS FANDOM!!

This is very important. Mostly to me but maybe you guys have been wondering this too idk but anyways:

How does troll reproduction work exactly?

Cuz I'm genuinely curious. I dont think anyone on the series production team has said anything and so far I've seen absolutely no one touch on this subject but as someone who's always had an interest in the habits of creatures (both fictional or otherwise), I kinda sorta maybe NEED to know this otherwise I'll never be able to sleep peacefully again

Full disclaimer that I'm specifically talking about the whole egg situation, I am NOT ASKING HOW THEY GET IT ON IF I WANTED THAT ANSWER I'D GO TO DEVIANT ART OR TWITTER OR WHATEVER LAWLESS PLATFORM GOD STEERS CLEAR OF. This discussion shall remain STRICTLY educational, thank you very much

But anywho. Let's dive in

So trolls come from eggs. This is basic knowledge. First instance of this phenomenon (as far as I know, I've only seen the movies) is from World Tour.

Egg pops out of Guy Diamond's hair, egg hatches and BOOM, (literal) baby. Now I understand that this whole sequence was probably just a gag and a way for DreamWorks to implement another (merchandisable) addition to the cast HOWEVER this sequence also raises a few questions

First off, as far as I know Guy Diamond has no partner (again: I haven't watched any of the spinoff shows). Either that or maybe the other troll was a sorta one-night-stand/no-longer-in-his-life kinda situation? Which is great either way cuz its shown he obviously cares for his son and we at Tumblr appreciate a loving single father no matter the circumstances, but if my former theory is correct than that would imply that trolls are capable of reproducing asexually. Like onions.

Now if that hypothesis is, as they call it, "cap" then that would mean that some sorta hanky panky has to go down before an egg comes into question. And if that's the case, does this mean that male trolls are traditionally the ones who carry the eggs?

But that can't be right, can it? Afterall, World Tour gave us yet ANOTHER egg scene later on in the movie

In Cooper's flashback, we clearly see Queen Essence being the one carrying the eggs meanwhile King Quincy is eggless. Now, as far as i see it, this could be explained either one of four ways:

1) Quincy was the one who actually produced the eggs and Essence is merely holding them for her husband (since her hair seems more fitting to be a makeshift nest compared to Quincy's)

2) Female trolls are the ones who produce the eggs. Guy Diamond is just a trans icon

3) Troll reproduction differs from genre to genre

4) There is a... *sighs* a/b/o type of dynamic among troll kind where certain trolls are capable of giving birth/siring children depending on a secondary gender

In regards to theory #3, this could also explain why Guy Diamond seems to reproduce and hatch an egg in such a short amount of time (like 5 seconds I'm pretty sure) as opposed to Queen Essence/King Quincy who's eggs presumably went a while longer before actually hatching.

Actually, speaking off eggs, are trolls the only species in their world that reproduce that way?

Because now that Band Together has officially been released, we now know for certain that it's possible for different species to crossbreed. Biggest example? Resident DILF Bruce and his giant muppet wife

(Credit to @captainunderkrupp )

When I saw these two... I swear...

And these two already have a shit ton of kids okay so like... either Brandi was the one giving birth or trollsona Daveed Digs was over here pumpin out eggs, which I mean-

DO YOU SEE HOW BIG THESE THINGS ARE COMPARED TO BRANCH AND POPPY?? Believe me I am PRAYING that Bruce gave himself some serious maternity/paternity leave because my guy is honestly a trooper

But yeah any thoughts? :))

#i made a whole nother tumblr account just to ask this question pls somebody gimme their thoughts PLS-#i want someone at dreamworks to make an educational encyclopedia about the different species of the Trolls Universe im not asking for much #Bruce and Brandi make me feel some sort way #i will not be specifeying what way #trolls #trolls band together #trolls world tour #poppy trolls #branch trolls #spruce trolls #bruce trolls #brandi trolls #guy diamond #tiny diamond #gueen essence #king quincy #but thats just a theory A TROLL THEORY #pilf post

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nicoscheer · 1 year ago

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Miles Kane, What It's Like to Play as a 'One Man Band'

We met Miles Kane as a founding member of important bands such as the Last Shadow Puppets with Alex Turner of the Arctic Monkeys and the Rascals. In the last several years, the Liverpudlian has been on a solitary path, as the name of his recent release suggests. We spoke with him shortly before his long-awaited return to Athens, at "Arch Club", on Friday 5/17.

How has your tour been going so far?

The concerts so far are incredible. I'm excited to play by myself, so I'm very happy. I think people are relating and connecting with the songs on my new record and it's taking me to places I haven't seen in a long time. And Greece is one of those places.

Can you tell us a few words about how you wrote "One Man Band", your most chart-topping album to date?

The album was created in Liverpool. We worked on it with my cousin James Skelly, who used to be a member of The Coral. We went back home and that gave birth to the desire to make a completely straight album. Writing songs is what I do best, not thinking too much, just talking about my feelings, my worries and how I want to be better. I guess life in general is what "One Man Band" is all about, stomping on some rock'n'roll, surf music. We had a clear idea of what the album and its sound should be and we followed it to the end. This is also the reason why it is my favorite work of all that I have released so far. I feel very proud!

You started a great career by participating in various bands, such as Last Shadow Puppets. What motivated you to follow a more solitary path in recent years?

I've been doing solo stuff since I was 22 and I'm 38 now. I learned so much from the bands I was in, the Rascals and the Little Flames. Being on my own and free to work with whoever I want and do whatever I want – even if it sounds selfish – I think suits me best.

And what's the biggest lesson you've learned from playing as a "One Man Band"?

Not playing with a band is completely different for me. It's a huge challenge and not many could pull it off to be honest. It has made me improve my performance as a guitarist, as a singer and as a performer.

What is the most important experience from this journey?

It may sound cliche but I really had a lot of good times in my career. But I feel that who I am today as a person in life and on stage gives me new meaning and life. At all these smaller concerts where I meet new fans, I realize that the younger generation brings a whole different energy to it all. I feel that the phase I am in now is the happiest of my life. I feel more connected and hope to stay on this "path".

Are you excited to be back in Athens ("Arch Club", 5/17)?

Yes! I think I can't remember the last time I visited Greece because it's been so many years. I hope people come because I plan to give you the best night of your life.

What constitutes a successful live?

A great outfit, some "golden" dance moves and an audience! I need to feel like people want to be involved as much as I want to be. This is the only way we can go to the next level.

What are your plans for the future?

I'm trying to write something new and prepare a new album, but I'm having a hard time doing it right now. I don't want to stop the flow of things. I'm quite a simple person and I know what I like in life... Music. Maybe next year I'll be ready for a new release.

Is there another side project in the works?

We're not working on anything with Alex. [Turner], like Last Shadow Puppets. But I have this new little side project going on called The Evils and it's an instrumental surf idea. We'll see how this goes... [s.s. In the time between the interview and its publication, Kane along with Oscar Sholto Robertson and Dave Bardon released the E.P. "Miles Kane & The Evils".]

Miles Kane's albums in his own words

"Colour of the Trap" (2011)

"The beginning of the adventure, when I was still searching for who I am. This album opened the way for me. You can hear all the different sides of me in it."

"Don't Forget Who You Are" (2013)

"Probably one of the best songs I've ever written [inc. the title]. Something keeps me coming back to it. It's like coming home to the roots for me. Sometimes in life you can get sidetracked and forget who you are. This song defined me as an artist and as a person."

"Coup de Grace" (2018)

"An intense rock'n'roll, punk period! Coming out with such an aggressive album is not as easy as you think."

"Change the Show" (2022)

"My chance to show my love for Northern Soul and Motown...Growing up I listened to everything from Diana Ross and the Four Tops to whatever was on the radio."

Full Greek article

#miles kane #interview #Athens #14/05/2024 #I just Google translated this so don’t come for me #he truly doesn’t stop working does he #also where and when does he find time for all these interviews between all his travels like please rest up

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heromaker-if · 2 years ago

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do you have any other ifs that we can read whilst we wait😭😭🫶🫶

Hi anon! Thanks for the ask and your patience! 🥰

I do have some other IFs that I worked on in the past but I don't recommend playing them (I was still learning how to write at that time, so they aren't great). But if you want some IF reccs, I can recommend some IFs I've read recently.

(Sorry for the tags friends, and for the rants!)

(Released) My all time favourite is The Fernweh Saga by @lacunafiction - it's just genuinely so good and it always gives me the vibes of one of those shows you watch after dinner, that becomes part of your routine and you want to see desperately what happens after, and the characters become part of your memories, almost like people. It's just UGH such a good IF. If you like nostalgic hometown horrors, this IF is for you.

(Released) Very close favourite is Blood Moon by @barbwritesstuff - WEREWOLVES GUYS!! I've replayed this game so many times. It's one of those games that after you finish, no matter how long of a break you take from it, you always return to it. I love the "found family" of this game, even though it's not really found, it's just... family. I miss them! The romance in this story is also written so beautifully.

(Released) Another fav is The Golden Rose by @anathemafiction - it was one of my favs while it was still in WIP and after it's released I took so long to play it cause I never wanted to finish it. Like, I grew so attached to its story that I didn't want to let it go. 😭 Very well written characters and the descriptions of things, places, feelings, expressions, mannerisms, is so endearing and eye-catching, never a second where I skipped a line, I was CAUGHT. If you like a story with ominous beginnings, middles and ends, this is for you, not to mention the whole religion themes that are so interesting to dive into.

(Released) I miss this one so much but The Soul Stone War by @intimidatingpuffinstudios - there's two books out for this one already and each one is better than the previous. It's fantasy and about powers and there's a dragon lady that you can romance, and the POLY IN THIS IS BEAUTIFUL! Very soulmate-y romance and just generally captivating storytelling.

(Released) Nothing will ever hit the same as The Passenger by @the-passenger-if - there's just something so familiar, so memorable about this story. I don't think in my next lifetime I will ever forget it. It's about an eldritch horror battling with humanity and it's raw primal role as a monster. It feels short but only because you're so into it that time passes you by, but the tone and the flow of this story is very well done (as well as the characters! 🥰).

(WIP) I feel like everyone and their mothers know about Infamous by @infamous-if - but I'm going to talk about it anyways. It's a BAND IF, yes, music, yes, adrenaline, fame, and all the bad decisions that come with it. It's only one chapter out right now, but it's very worth it. I guarantee you the brainrot you will get from this game is going to consume your life.

(WIP) A somewhat popular one as well is Body Count by @bodycountgame - I haven't seen a game do the whole modern reality TV show with a tinge of horrifying brutal horror as well as Nell has, and even though it's still in its early stages, it's very well done and interesting. Lots of ROs to choose from, and genuinely funny humour to laugh about in between the crying sessions of a favourite character dying.

(WIP) Haven't heard that many people talking about this one to be fair but Chop Shop by @losergames - Also a very early stages game, but it's very adrenaline inducing and has so much potential that has me shaking in my seat. I'm already half in love with the cast and I can't wait to go need for speed and play a super chaotic individual.

Also any game by @hpowellsmith, they're amazing at creating consistent well written stories that have such great characters and even better representation. They do it so well, and I've been a fan of them for years now, definitely one of my role models!

I'm sure there are many more IFs out there that you NEED to play/read, but my mind is blank right now, and these are the only ones I could think of. I also don't have as much time to get into an IF, but I'm getting there (thinking of getting into Shepherds of Haven - which you should!)

#WOW THIS WAS LONG #sorry yall #ask #anon #other ifs

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yuzuyoon · 3 days ago

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As our resident vocal expert here among the Jiminettes, I wonder if you would weigh in on Jin's new album?

I especially want to ask you about the title track. This is something I've noticed about Jim lately--how often he switches to falsetto when it doesn't seem necessary or desirable. Falsseto/head voice in the chorus--so it's softer--and then he goes back to chest voice for the final word "most." It's a bit jarring, imo.

Am I the only one perplexed by this vocal choice? He did the same thing in his debut album, too. I think back to his masterpiece Epiphany--damn, that was powerful. Can he no longer sing like that? Is he playing it safe? Is it a stylistic choice I just don't get?

Otherwise, it's very nice. Frankly, I didn't recognize his voice with DTMYLM at first--I thought he sounded like Jungkook. And the rest of the album has some good moments, too. I definitely like it better than his debut.

i haven't listened to the full album yet still 😬 i got bored after 2 and half songs and stopped. i did listen to dont say you love me though and i actually really liked it. i don't actually listen to jin's music much at all surprisingly because his music fits right into my music taste. anyway, i can't really weigh in on the whole album cause i haven't listened to it all but i can totally talk about the tt.

i actually have an unanswered ask in my inbox about jk's use of falsetto on golden that i still need to answer (sorry guys, life is busy and i get unmotivated 😭) but i think this is a good time to talk about the choice between using head and chest voice.

so for dsylm, the falsetto in the chorus really fits the generally softer vibe of the song. it's not a super fast or dancey song, nothing that really hits you hard in it. because the chorus is in the register where he would have to belt, mix, or turn to head voice to hit it, the best choice to fit the vibe of the song was to choose falsetto.

i mean, think about who. would who have the same vibe if jimin chose to sing the prechorus in falsetto instead of mix? not at all, and it would have felt jarring to sing it in that way. same concept here. the vibe of the song fit falsetto more than chest voice did.

but i definitely see what you mean by the transition from head voice to chest voice is jarring in the "cause it hurts the most" part of the chorus. something jimin is really really good at that the rest of bts isn't great at is smooth transitions between registers. he's able to smoothly move from chest voice to head voice and vice versa without it seeming too sudden. jin doesn't have that skill, so he jumps from head voice to chest voice with no transition and it also comes with a change in intensity. honestly, even though those notes fit in his chest voice range, i think jin should've continued with head voice for those parts just to keep the soft vibe of the chorus intact.

now if we wanted to see jin use his chest voice for the chorus part, he could actually do that really easily by actually putting a bridge in the song that builds and builds and builds and then do a final chorus that's more intense where the chest voice sound would fit better.

i feel like i need to give an example of what i mean. if you didn't know i'm Christian so the music i listen to is very split between pop music and christian music. i don't really know where people are in terms of religion on here but if you haven't listened to contemporary christian music, most of the popular artists and bands have incredibly talented vocalists so they're able to use techniques that kpop idols usually don't have the skill or ability to do live. one song that really really shows off the concept of building up a song to do a really satisfying final chorus is who else by gateway worship and abbie gamboa. i'll link it so you can listen to it (this is my most streamed song so far this year 😭😭)

so in this song, the verses and chorus start off very quiet and slow. immediately belting doesn't fit the vibe. halfway through the second chorus, we jump an octave up and abbie starts using more is mix voice to hit the notes, but notice that the vibe of the song still isn't super intense. yes, we've built up since the first chorus but we're not fully up in intensity yet. then we get into the bridge and it's a ton of building in the instrumental, in the backing vocals, in the progression of the melody slowly getting higher and just the song building up. then we get to the final chorus following the bridge and abbie is belting, the instrumental is full and satisfying (and so so so so so good 😭😭) and the build up to that final chorus is perfectly timed. Had that first chorus been replaced by the last chorus, the whole vibe of the song would've been thrown off. and then the vibes drop back down to a more chill tone and abbie sings the chorus in falsetto.

point is, the choice between head voice and chest voice is determined by the vibe of the song, the amount of building intensity, and the emotional intensity wanting to be achieved. dsylm will probably be a kinda boring song to perform in concert because it lacks a building intensity. a song like who else is perfect for a concert scenario (from an audience perspective, a sound engineer perspective, and a lighting perspective haha) because of that build

i think if jin is gonna continue to release songs with a more traditional band type feel to it, he's gotta find ways to get emotion and intensity to build in his songs, otherwise performing them will just be boring 🤷‍♀️

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Sonic x Shadow Generations Twitter Takeover Transcript

Hi! The last thing I did in 2024 was transcribe the entire Sonic x Shadow Takeover video by ear. mainly because I was bored, and also because I REALLY REALLY liked this takeover. (witnessing it the day it happened was so awesome)

I'm not a professional transcriber, and I'm not too great at interpreting tone, so the formatting is probably not the best, but here it is!

In case you don't want to look at a google document:

Transcript Under The Cut

(0:00) Intro

[The intro of "All Hail Shadow" begins playing. Shadow is the sole character on screen.]

Shadow: I finally did it. Not only have I conquered Sonic's social media channels, I've taken over the entire year. Now, I only have one thing left to do. I have a score to settle with a certain, blue hedgehog: Soni—

[The music cuts off abruptly as Sonic suddenly slides into frame.]

Sonic: Yeah, yeah, yeah. Hey, Shadow. You may have had your fancy "Year of Shadow", but don't forget who's still the main mascot around here. Some of us don't need a special "year" to be remembered.

Shadow: Hmph, insolent as always. We'll see who the fan-favorite is when the questions start pouring in. How many proposals have YOU gotten?

Sonic: Proposals? Like marriage? Nuh— See, my fans are normal and understand boundaries.

Shadow: So... none?

Sonic: Okay, I just couldn't get around to all of them and didn't want to let anyone down! Anyway... [sigh] Thanks for putting this together. You don't strike me as the kind to initiate this kind of thing.

Sonic: But, uh— where's everyone else? We normally get the whole crew together, y'know? Tails, Knuckles, Amy... Even Dr. Eggman usually crashes the party. You sure he's not hiding around here somewhere?

Shadow: They would just get in the way. This is a battle between you and me. Besides, it's Sonic x Shadow Generations, not Sonic x Shadow x Tails x Amy x Knuckles—

Sonic: Okay, we get it. Well, if that's the way you want to play, then may the best hedgehog win.

Sonic: We've been here long enough that you know the drill, everyone. You can ask Shadow and I whatever you want about life, our favorite hobbies, weird quirks about each other... Just about anything! All you got to do is send us a message today, with the hashtag #Ask—

Shadow: Not this time, Hedgehog. In honor of the Year of Shadow, SEGA has agreed to officially make this the hashtag of #AskShadow.

Sonic: Wow, you really pulled the ol’ "Run and Tattle to Dad" move?

Shadow: It was their idea, actually. Looks like my victory is already imminent. I look forward to seeing everyone's questions. I know you all won't disappoint me.

Sonic: Well, then... There we have it! Send in your questions with the hashtag [behind gritted teeth] #AskShadow, and let's get this started!

Sonic & Shadow: See you soon!

(02:13) ewanerickson - How was the Hot Honey Concert you went to with Amy?

Sonic: @ewanerickson asks: "Shadow, how was the Hot Honey Concert with Amy?"!

Shadow: It was fine...

Sonic: Fine?! Amy showed me the videos: you haven't danced like that since the Olympics! I think you enjoyed yourself.

Shadow: Tch. It was... noisy, and the crowd was annoying, but Amy seemed to be having fun, so—

Sonic: Hahahaha! Can't believe you went through with it! I can just picture you tapping your foot to the beat, maybe even doing a little spin? What? No moonwalk?

Shadow: Hmph. I'm not here to entertain you with details. Amy and I have another concert coming up, anyways.

Sonic: Oh, rea—? What's next? Metal band, some hardcore rock, or— Or are we going full pop? [imitates the sound of guitar shredding(?)]

Shadow: Sabrina Carpenter.

Sonic: Sabrina Carpenter, huh?

Shadow: Yeah, she'll do fine.

Sonic: Yeah, she's amazing!

(03:10) Sonic_Paradox - If Shadow had to save ONLY Tails OR Sonic from danger, who would he choose and why?

Sonic: @Sonic_Paradox asks: "Shadow, if you had to save ONLY Tails or Sonic from danger, who would you choose and why?"

Shadow: I—

Sonic: I know you too well, Shadow, I can see this coming a mile away. [in an impression of Shadow] "I'd save Tails, because Sonic's always getting himself into trouble, and I don't want to deal with his nonsense today." [clears throat] Did I get that right? That's what you sound like. Is that your answer?

Shadow: I'd save YOU, Sonic. Deal with it.

Sonic: W-What? No way, you'd— you'd really save me?

Shadow: Tails can fly, you idiot. If you're both hanging off a cliff, he can just get up.

Sonic: Oh...

Shadow: You're always running headfirst into danger, so you'd probably need the help, too.

Sonic: Aaand, there it is...

Shadow: Plus, I'm faster than you, anyways.

Sonic: All right, all right, enough of the sentimental stuff. This question's closed!

(04:02) liamphibia - Why did Big the Cat make you smile?

Sonic: @liamphibia asks: "Shadow, why did Big make you smile?"

Sonic: [laughs] What's this? You actually smiled when you saw Big the Cat?

Shadow: I don't know what you're talking about.

Sonic: Come on, don't play it cool now. I'm a little jealous! What did Big say to make you smile?

Shadow: I. Didn't. Smile. It was... a small gesture. Big's a reliable ally—his enthusiasm can be contagious, that's all.

Sonic: Ha! Small gesture, my foot! You totally smiled because Big's just that awesome! Who wouldn't be happy to see a friend like him?

Shadow: I've got no time for this nonsense, but... Fine. Maybe Big's presence was... a little more welcome than I expected.

Sonic: See! I knew it! Maybe the three of us can go on a fishing trip soon, huh?

Shadow: Ngah... whatever?

Sonic: That's not a noooo!

(04:58) emzberry - Has Amy ever taken you on shopping trips recently? If so, do you just stick around... or actually buy things?

Sonic: @emzberry asks: "Has Amy taken you on shopping trips recently? If so, do you just stick around, or actually buy things? I gotta know!"

Sonic: Ugh... Geez, Amy's shopping trips... So many times, she'll say, "What about this?", and I'll say, "I like it!" but she puts it back on the rack. Then, she'll pick up another shirt—"Well, what about this? Or this? Or this? Or this?"

Shadow: Amy is quite... insistent. I don't buy anything unless I need it. I'm not wasting my time on frivolous purchases.

Sonic: Right, right, sure. You're "too cool" for shopping, right? You just stand there in the stores, pretending not to be impressed by the latest stuff…

Shadow: I'm not pretending, Sonic. I don't care about that stuff. But, if you must know: I've bought a few things... like these gloves. And I'll admit, Amy's enthusiasm does make it... bearable.

Sonic: Whoa, whoa-whoa-whoa. Wait. Shadow bought gloves? I guess Amy's a good influence, after all, huh?

Shadow: Don't make this into a joke, Sonic. I only bought what I needed, nothing more.

Sonic: Yeah-yeah-yeah, sure-sure-sure, but hey! If you ever need a new shopping partner, just let me know! I'll make it fun!

Shadow: Fun? I'm not here for your nonsense, just— Don't expect me to carry any bags.

Sonic: No promises. You know, I could use a new pair of red shoes. Race you to the shoe store!

Shadow: You will lose.

(06:23) AvenueVillager - What’s with all these matching outfits you two seem to wear? Is it a coincidence? Or is there a reason behind it?

Shadow: @AvenueVillager asks: "What's with all the matching outfits you two seem to wear? Is it a coincidence? Or is there a reason behind it?"

Sonic: Wait— whoa, whoa, whoa. You're saying we match? I thought we just had similar tastes.

Shadow: It's a coincidence. I don't plan my wardrobe based on Sonic's preferences. If you must know, I wear what's practical. I don't need flashy outfits to stand out.

Sonic: Can I... say something here? I think you secretly like it when we match.

Shadow: I wear what's comfortable and efficient. I'm not here to impress anyone with fashion.

Sonic: Yeah, sure, I'm sure that's totally it. But hey, I'll admit! When we match, it does look pretty cool! Guess we both know how to rock that red and blue look.

Shadow: Just because we happen to wear similar colors doesn't mean ANYTHING. I'm not trying to be your "fashion twin".

Sonic: Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah. But if we do ever go to a party, you KNOW I'm picking the outfits!

Shadow: ...I'm not dealing with this.

Sonic: What do you deal with, ever?

(07:27) FluffyCupidV - Can you, as the Ultimate Lifeform, do the one thing Sonic can’t - swim?

Sonic: Fluffy Cupid the Fifth asks: "Shadow, can you, as the Ultimate Lifeform,"—[snorts]—"do one of the things that Sonic can't—swim?" Wow, they really sent in a whole letter with this one, too! "That's a quick and easy way to show up Sonic in a test of skill—" Wait, why are you on HIS side? Don't give him any ideas!

Shadow: Yes, actually I can swim. As quick and easy as it would be to show him up in a swimming competition, it wouldn't be satisfying.

Sonic: Oh? And why is that? Afraid I might surprise you?

Shadow: Because you'd be dead in 30 seconds. I need to see the look on your face when I defeat you; drowning just isn't enough.

Sonic: Well, fine! Then why don't we have a "plummeting to Earth" contest next and see who survives THAT one!

Shadow: Are you going to need floaties for that one too?

Sonic: [background angry shouting] They're not floaties, they're a fashion choice!

Shadow: ...Let's move on.

(08:23) kh0rd - Sonic, what’s the best way to annoy Shadow, and Shadow, what’s the best way to annoy Sonic?

Sonic: From TikTok, kh0rd— Oh, nice profile pic... kh0rd asks: "Sonic, what's the best way to annoy Shadow, and Shadow, what's the best way to annoy Sonic?"

Sonic: Heh, that's easy! Just being around Shadow is enough to annoy him!

Shadow: YOU being around me is annoying. There's a distinction.

Sonic: Y'know, I think... if I really wanted to get under his skin, I'd slooowly take my time when we're racing, like reeaaally draaag it out, and let him think he's winning. It gets under his skin every time!

Shadow: "Fast" doesn't always mean "better". If you stopped yelling [in a Sonic impression] "Gotta go fast!" every time we're in the middle of something important, you'd realize that I get things done.

Sonic: Hehehe, y’see! I'm annoying him as we speak!

Shadow: Ugh... You really are good at this, huh?

Sonic: I don't knoooow... You teell meee, Shaaadoooow...

(09:24) SirIzak012 - Why do you have chest fur and Sonic is baby smooth?

Shadow: SirIzak asks: "Why do you have chest fur and Sonic doesn't? Is it because Sonic is less 'manly' than you are?"

Sonic: Oh, come on! They did not add that last part.

Shadow: On my honor. Yes, SirIzak, I am more of a man than Sonic will ever be.

Sonic: Okay, first off, we're hedgehogs, and I just like to keep it clean cut. Makes me way more aerodynamic so I can keep running laps around you.

Shadow: It's not even just the chest fur. Even just hearing your voice... I didn't know voices could naturally be an octave that high.

Sonic: [in a much deeper pitch reminiscent of Sonic Frontiers] What did you just say about my voice?

Shadow: How did you do that?

Sonic: [in the voice of Ezio from Assassin's Creed] It is called acting, my friend.

Shadow: Is that supposed to be Ezio?

Sonic: It's totally Ezio!

Shadow: Laaame.

(10:10) Toshi - What matters more: the journey you take, or the people you meet along the way?

Shadow: Toshi asks: "What matters more: the journey you take, or the people you meet along the way?"

Sonic: Huh... Well, for me, it's the journey, no question. Every new challenge, every race, every crazy adventure... it's what makes life fun! Sure, meeting cool people along the way is awesome, but... I make the journey my own. That's what keeps me running.

Shadow: Hm... The journey is important, but if you don't learn from the experience, you'll always make the same mistakes. You'll not only hold yourself back, but you'll stunt others as well. In the end, it's the lessons you take from the journey that matter most.

Sonic: Ohh. Oh, is Shadow getting all "deep" on us now?

Shadow: I'm not getting deep, I'm being honest.

Sonic: Yeah, right. Well, if the journey's that important, I guess you're just following me, in my shadow, huh? You know, as usual?

Shadow: Watch your words, Hedgehog.

(11:11) Amelia - If you and Sonic could swap lives with each other for a day, what’s the first thing you’d do?

Shadow: Amelia asks: "If you and Sonic could swap lives with each other for a day, what's the first thing you'd do?"

Sonic: Oh, oh, oh, I know! I'd skate all around the world in your air shoes and tell everyone I see what an amazing hedgehog my good buddy Sonic is!

Shadow: I'd wake up and say, "I'm Sonic, and I'm stupid."

Sonic: Oh, c-come on! You have to at least TRY!

Shadow: Fine. I would run up to Amy and say, "Hi, Amy. I'm Sonic, and I'm stupid."

Sonic: Hey, don't— bring her into this.

Shadow: Why not? Don't want to embarrass yourself?

Sonic: Wha—no! Sh-She's just— It's— Look, she's not here to defend herself! Okay— Anyway, great question, Amelia!

Sonic: [whispers] I thought you and I agreed we weren't going to go there.

Shadow: Never.

(11:58) trixoit - How do you feel about Shadow having cool flying wings and you don’t?

Shadow: To Sonic, trixoit asks: "How do you feel about Shadow having cool flying wings and you don't?"

Sonic: Huh? Well, I've got Tails and the Tornado; flying's covered—wait, when did Shadow get wings?

Shadow: Black Doom tried to turn me into his ultimate disciple to control the world.

Sonic: Oh... Right! Yeah, that guy... Who was Black Doom again?

Shadow: ...Don't go there.

(12:28) MaricCraft - If he’s there, to Classic Sonic, why don’t you ever say anything?

Shadow: MaricCraft asks: "If he's there, to Classic Sonic, why don't you ever say anything?"

[Classic Sonic's Sonic x Shadow Generations render pops up in the middle of the screen and lights up. Nothing audible is said for about ten seconds.]

Shadow: Wow, Sonic... I liked you so much more before.

Sonic, Come on, his response makes sense to me. Couldn't have said it better myself! Thanks for the question, Maric!

(13:02) morticia - SHADOW PLEASE WHY DO YOU HATE TAILS?

Sonic: morticia, somewhat desperately, is asking: [clears throat] "Shadow, PLEASE! WHY DO YOU HATE TAILS!?"

Shadow: Hm? I don't hate Tails. I admire his intelligence and tenacity. For a child, he shows great strength in making decisions under pressure.

Sonic: Uh, really? Do you not remember completely clocking him on multiple occasions? You've antagonized him quite a bit in the past.

Shadow: He's just been in the wrong place, at the wrong time. I hold no ill will against that fox—unless he gets in my way.

Sonic: You know, he really is the BEST, isn't he, Shadow?

Shadow: Don't push it.

(13:45) DiegoMB68798263 - How would you describe your rivalry with Sonic?

Sonic: DiegoMB six trillion, eight hundred and seventy… three asks: "How would you describe your rivalry with Sonic? Oh, and greetings from Mexico City!"

Shadow: Mexico City? That sounds like a lovely place.

Sonic: ...Huh. Anyway, rivalry? Nah, more like friendly competition. I mean, sure, I'm always one step ahead, but... it keeps things interesting. Shadow and I are like... two sides of the same coin, always pushing each other to be better. Plus, if I'm being honest, I kind of enjoy the challenge.

Shadow: It's not a friendly competition. I don't waste time with games. I fight because I have a purpose, and if that happens to clash with Sonic's... impatience, then so be it!

Sonic: Come on, Shadow, you don't get a rush trying to outdo me every chance you get? You gotta admit: it gets the heart pumping.

Shadow: This isn't about you. It's about fulfilling my own goals, and while you may think this rivalry is "fun", I don't waste my time on trivialities. It's just... coincidence that we always seem to be at odds.

Sonic: Fiiine. Call it whatever you want. But deep down, you know it wouldn't be the same if I wasn't here to keep you on your toes.

Shadow: …Whatever you say, Sonic. But don't get too comfortable.

Sonic: Heh, see? I win again!

(15:11) Cedric Henderson - To both: We always see you compete to see who’s faster, but who can beat who in a good ol’ fashioned thumb wrestling match?

Sonic: Cedric Henderson asks a question to both of us: "We always see you compete to see who's faster, but who can beat who in a good ol' fashioned thumb wrestling match?"

Shadow: Who cares? I'm not wasting my time on something so inconsequential.

Sonic: Ha, ha. Sounds like you saw these thumbs and cowered immediately!

Shadow: You are soooo annoying. Okay, fine!

Sonic: [rapidly] 1, 2, 3, 4! I declare a thumb war!

[sounds of struggling noises between Sonic and Shadow as they thumb wrestle]

Sonic: Ha ha ha ha! I win! I WIN! I am the [in a mock impression of Shadow] Ultimate Thumb Wrestler.

Shadow: You did not! You're only saying that because there's no one here to witness this absurdity!

Sonic: Don't forget, everyone! These thumbs are officially LEGENDAARYYY!

Shadow: ...This is beneath me.

(16:02) kaelyn - If you both had to babysit Cream, how do you see that going?

Shadow: kaelyn is asking: "If both of you had to babysit Cream, how do you see that going?"

Sonic: I would just put it in the fridge so it doesn't spoil— Oh, Cream! Like, both of us babysitting together, or... how would each of us handle babysitting separately?

Shadow: Either way, it would be fine. I can keep control of any situation.

Sonic: Yeah, right. Well, what would you do if she wanted to go to Twinkle Park, and you get there, and buy her a 12-scoop ice cream cone, and just as you see the light of happiness in her eyes, she goes to take her first bite— A lone seagull comes crashing into it, and spills it on the floor, and she's completely inconsolable!

Shadow: …Why... is that so oddly specific? I would simply use Chaos Control before the seagull ever had a chance to ruin her day. What would YOU do?

Sonic: I would simply use my super speed to catch the ice cream cone before it fell, without needing to manipulate space and time! No fancy Chaos Emeralds needed, no tears, no problemo! Even if it didn't work out, I'd be able to console her with a little something called... empathy.

Shadow: Whatever makes you feel better, Hedgehog.

Sonic: You know, maybe we should go see if Cream wants to go out for ice cream!

Shadow: This was your plan all along, wasn't it? Hmph. Fine.

Sonic: Oh, let me guess: coffee flavor for you?

Shadow: Don't act like you know me. But, yeah...

(17:27) SuperMonkeyBall - What are your thoughts on our monkey-fied cosplay of you?

Sonic: Huh, some… monkey in a ball asks: "What are your thoughts on our monkey-fied cosplay of you?"

Shadow: Yes, I'm familiar with the monkey that dresses like me, and I like that. However, I do have something to say.

Sonic: Ohhh, go off, King!

Shadow: This is a message to all those ridiculous monkeys: Free yourselves from the ball. You're more than this! Evolve!

Sonic: Uh, I—I think the point of Super Monkey Ball is for them to be in balls, but—

Shadow: And another thing: when the monkey falls off the stage, and the announcer shouts, "fall out!" …Ugh, that's not even the right game!

Sonic: Hi, this is... Sonic the Hedgehog, Shadow does not speak for me. I love being in the Super Monkey Ball games, so please ignore him—

Shadow: THOSE MONKEYS NEED TO PUT ON SOME PANTS!

Shadow: ...Never mind, forget I said that.

(18:25) nazo_sempai - Hello Shadow, I would like to ask you how you feel about being the focus of attention this year?

Sonic: nazo_sempai asks: “I would like to ask you how you feel about about being the focus of attention this year?”

Shadow: All this attention? It's... expected. I am, after all, the coolest.

Sonic: Who wouldn't be excited to see the Ultimate Lifeform in action? You've been hard to miss this year!

Shadow: I didn't ask for the spotlight, but if people want to acknowledge my greatness, I suppose I can tolerate it. Just don't expect me to get all sentimental about it.

Sonic: Hehehe! Come on, Shadow! You're totally enjoying it! The fans are loving it, and heck: you're even getting your own solo stuff this year!

Shadow: Hmph. I've always stood on my own, but if people want content, I'll give it to them. But don't mistake that for seeking attention; it's just a natural consequence of fulfilling my... purpose.

Sonic: Uh-huh. Yeah, sure. But you're in the lead this year, Shadow! You can admit you're enjoying the spotlight!

Shadow: Let's move on.

(19:26) jetthehawkVA - When's the last time you've seen Jet?

Shadow: jetthehawkVA asks: "Hey Sonic, when's the last time you've seen Jet?"

Sonic: Jet... Jet, Jet, Jet— Last time I saw him was during one of our usual races. I mean, the guy is fast, but you know how that goes. It's always neck and neck, but it doesn't really amount to much.

Shadow: Jet. That green bird with the attitude. Haven't seen him in a while, not that I'm keeping track.

Sonic: Heh! Who knows when we'll see him again? It seems lately, rivals have a way of... coming back around! Y'know what I mean, Shadow?

Shadow: Who cares? I've got more important things to focus on.

Sonic: Hehe. It's always fun to have a little competition, right? I mean, that's why you keep me around!

Shadow: [groans]

(20:13) bubblewrapg5 - Why does Black Doom always keep sending you to Radical Highway?

Sonic: bubblewrapg5 asks: "Shadow, why does Black Doom keep sending you to Radical Highway?"

Shadow: Black Doom wanted to torment me. He knows the significance of those memories, and opened up those wounds to hurt me. Unfortunately for him, I am stronger than that.

Sonic: You sure he didn't think it was just— [snorts] radical?

Shadow: Leave it to you to downplay my vulnerability, Mr. Green Hill Zone.

Sonic: You're right, you're right, I— I'm sorry. But, I mean, it is pretty radical.

(20:47) Retro Koval - Do you guys miss Silver? Do you like Silver? What’s going on with Silver? How do you define the dynamic between the three of you?

Shadow: Retro Koval asks us both: "Do you guys miss Silver? Do you like Silver? What's going on with Silver? How do you define the dynamic between the the three of you?" ...Where did all these Silver fans come from?

Sonic: Oh, who doesn't love Silver? The guy's got a good heart, even if he can be a little over the top. His determination to save the future is something I can respect!

Shadow: The guy's always in a rush trying to fix the future, as if he's the only one who can get things done. He's not the most patient, but still... I respect his strength and conviction.

Sonic: Hey, Silver's got his own way of doing things! Kind of like a certain... Someone. I. Know?

Shadow: Hmph. If he showed up needing help, I wouldn't turn my back on him.

Sonic: Agreed! We've got a big-brother, little-brother situation going on, except... Silver's from the future, so we're a little "mixed up" timewise.

Shadow: I tend not to think about it.

Sonic: Yeah, me neither. Not going to lie, it's... kind of complicated!

(21:50) arckhyved - Which of you is best skilled in drawing among the two of you?

Shadow: arckhyved asks: "For Shadow and Sonic, which of you is best skilled in drawing among the two of you? Just asking, hee, hee."

Sonic: Oh! You want us to draw... something! Well, that's perfect for the podcast medium... All right, here it goes! Here's a paper and pencil, let's see... drawing Shadow, uh— Well! He's got to be running! That's easy... with an intense look on his face—kind of a contrived intense look, but how else do you capture the Ultimate Lifeform?

Shadow: Mmmm. I don't know why you'd want me to draw anything, but... eugh, I'll just... put down some... blue spikes and a cocky grin.

Sonic: That's it? My spikes are legendary! Make me look cooler! Oh, and with a cool background like a winding racetrack, or the horizon— Something flashy!

Shadow: I don't need your input, Sonic! It's... a portrait, not a race. I'll make sure it's uh... accurate.

Sonic: All right, and... done! Okay, we'll each show each other on the count of three, you ready? 1... 2... 3!

Sonic: ...Yeah, let's— let's never hold pencils ever again.

Shadow: Agreed.

(23:06) RingTailVa - What was your favorite game to play with Maria when you had the time?

Sonic: Question from RingTailVa: "Hey Shadow, growing up on the ARK, what was your favorite game to play with Maria, when you had the time?"

Shadow: Maria and I didn't really play games. We spent most of our time talking, reading, or... training. I didn't have much time for games on the ARK.

Sonic: Come on, Shadow, you mean to tell me you didn't play anything with Maria? Not even one game of Sonic Shuffle? I mean, that's a missed opportunity.

Shadow: Fine. If you must know, there was one game we used to play: a game of strategy—chess. Professor Gerald taught me, and I'd play with Maria.

Sonic: Oh? Shadow, the Ultimate Lifeform, enjoys a game of wit and strategy?

Shadow: Chess requires focus and precision, Sonic. Traits you could learn to appreciate.

Sonic: Hey, you don't know! I could be a... chess master!

Shadow: You don't even know the rules of chess, Sonic, and don't expect me to teach you. You'd probably lose on purpose just to annoy me.

Sonic: Heeey. I'm just good at playing the game mmyyy waaaay~

Shadow: [shudders in disgust] You're exhausting, you know that?

(24:21) GamesCage_ - CAN I JOIN THE SQUAD? WHICH ONE OF YOU WILL HAVE ME?

Sonic: GamesCage_ says: "Hey Sonic! Hey Shadow! I would like to turn a new leaf, and with that, I ask: Can I join the squad? I would love to be either on Team Hero or Team Dark—which one of you will have me?"

Shadow: GamesCage... that's the guy who hurt Tails a few years ago, isn't it?

Sonic: Yep, that's Fadel! We know how much you've grown and changed, so... sure! You can join the squad: Team Dark would be happy to have you!

Shadow: ...Yeah, unfortunately, we just closed applications for Team Dark, but I know Team Hero is always desperate for help.

Sonic: Woah, woah! We're not desperate, we're just... accepting.

Shadow: Sooo... that means you'll accept him?

Sonic: Um... Sure, you can join the squad, Fadel.

Shadow: That's it? You cave so easily.

Sonic: ...Yeah, [sigh] that's it. Anyway, initiation starts next week! Not a lot of seats in the Tornado, and only one parachute, which Tails called dibs, so... Get ready to hold on!

(25:22) Pumpkin - Do you feel like you’re Sonic’s biggest rival?

Sonic: Pumpkin asks Shadow: "Do you feel like you're Sonic's biggest rival?"

Shadow: ...Who cares?

Sonic: Eh... I'm not sure if I'd call Shadow my biggest rival.

Shadow: What's that supposed to mean?

Sonic: Well... Knuckles can be pretty tough when he's not busy guarding his island.

Shadow: Knuckles?

Sonic: Jet's a pain too, and don't even get me started on how stubborn Metal Sonic is! I mean, seriously, who is my true rival?

Shadow: All right, fine! Where do I rank on this list of yours?

Sonic: Eh, probably right between Zavok and Dodon Pa.

Shadow: ...I hate you.

Sonic: Oh, come on, it's not that bad! Between Zavok and Dodon Pa, I'm basically giving you a compliment!

Shadow: I... REALLY hate you.

Sonic: Oh, you just dropped below Zavok.

(26:08) mirzalollo - Sonic, how’s Elise?

Shadow: mirzalollo asks: "Sonic, how's Elise?"

Sonic: ...Who's that, now?

(26:16) sonicthehedgehog5522 - Do you know, Joe?

Shadow: sonicthehedgehog5522 asks: "Do you know Joe?" ...Joe?

Sonic: Yeah, I know Joe. [snorts] Joe mama! WHOOOOOAAAA! Up top!

Shadow: [irritated laughter] Down low.

Sonic: ...You know, you can have fun every now and then.

(26:36) Protorayman2 - What do you do when your not adventuring?

Sonic: Protorayman2 asks: "Shadow. what do you do when you're not adventuring?"

Shadow: None of your business.

Sonic: Well, I can answer that. Brooding in a cave. That's pretty much his whooole vibe.

Shadow: I don't brood, I focus on more... productive things. Training, honing my skills, preparing for whatever comes next.

Sonic: Yeah, sure, yeah, yeah— But don't you have any hobbies? I mean, what's a typical "Evening with Shadow" look like?

Shadow: [sigh] If you must know, I read: history, strategy—things that actually matter.

Sonic: Wow! So there you have it, folks! The Ultimate Lifeform is a BOOKWORM!

Shadow: Why do you look so pleased with yourself? What do YOU do when you're not running around like an idiot?

Sonic: Heheh. Nothing! I just... run!

Shadow: You're as exciting as watching paint dry.

(27:30) spidertitanman6364970 - If you and Sonic would do a 1v1 in a video game, who would win?

Shadow: spidertitanman asks both of us: "If you and Sonic would do a 1v1 in a video game, who would win?"

Sonic: Well, I'd win, easy, and then pull out one of these: [does and hums the Macarena]

Shadow: Your form is all wrong! Just sloppy all around! Here, like this:

[Sonic & Shadow both hum and do the Macarena]

(28:12) whisperwoIf - Please can I have a hug?

Shadow: @whisperwoIf says: "Hi Sonic, I'm your biggest fan"—ughh—"please, can I have a hug?"

Sonic: Aw, thanks for the love! A hug? Well, you're in luck! Come on over, let's do this! Big hugs from the fastest hedgehog around!

Shadow: Ugh... you think Sonic's hugs mean anything? It's just a fleeting moment of energy; there's no depth to it.

Sonic: Haha. Come on, Shadow, you should try it sometime! Maybe a hug can help take the edge off!

Sonic: ...Hey, you never know, maybe you're just in need of a hug toooo! Come on, brooder, bring it in here!

Shadow: I'm fine, I don't need... your kind of hugs.

Sonic: Heheh, rude. Still, to my biggest fan, thanks for the support! You're awesome! Unlike Shadow.

(29:04) ayoits_kr1sty - What did it feel like when you turned into Super Sonic for the first time? Did using the Chaos Emeralds that way come naturally to you or did it take a while to get used to?

Shadow: ayoits_kr1sty asks: "What did it feel like when you turned into Super Sonic for the first time? Did using the Chaos Emeralds that way come naturally to you, or did it take a while to get used to?"

Sonic: Oh, my first time going Super... Who could forget the rush of energy, like you're on top of the world! And when the Chaos Emeralds kick in, it's intense! But the power is so natural to me now, it just clicks.

Shadow: For me, the Chaos Emeralds are a tool; a means to an end. The transformation itself... it wasn't hard, but the first time, I had to learn to harness that power. I couldn't afford to let it get out of control—not that it's ever been a problem since.

Sonic: Yeah, I'm sorry, the first time you went Super? I seem to recall a little bit of... difficulty controlling that power, huh? Ring a bell?

Shadow: I did what needed to be done. Unlike some people, I wasn't showing off.

Sonic: Oh, wow, hey! I can't help it if we look cool! Not everyone can handle that much power all the time.

Shadow: Going Super requires focus. Power is nothing if you don't control it, but once you’ve got it, you can do things no one else can.

Sonic: Yep. We're pretty wise, aren't we, Shadow?

Shadow: "We"?

(30:18) Moondrahh - What's your current relationship with Commander Abraham Tower? Do you guys go out for dinner from time to time?

Sonic: Moondrahh asks: "Shadow, what's your current relationship with Commander Abraham Tower? Do you guys go out for dinner from time to time?" Huh, Abraham Tower. The GUN Commander you grew up with on the Space Colony ARK?

Shadow: Hm, I haven't connected with him in a long time—

[Sonic speed-dials the Commander.]

Shadow: Wait, what are you doing?

Sonic: Calling Commander Tower. This is going to be great!

Shadow: What?

[The call is picked up.]

Abraham Tower: Hello?

Sonic: Abe! You're on Sonic x Shadow Takeover live! Here's Shadow.

Shadow: You did not—

Abraham Tower: Uh, Shadow, it's— nice to hear from you... You, um… doing well?

Shadow: Egh... sure, yeah... Running the military's treating you well?

Abraham Tower: Yeah, yeah, it's, um... good. Listen, maybe you'd want to come over for dinner sometime, meet my grandson. My wife makes a mean pot pie—not to brag or anything.

Shadow: Sure. Maybe. That sounds... good.

Abraham Tower: Okay. Okay, yeah, well— Thanks for calling, Shadow. Have fun on your uh, Twitter... Tickity-Tok radio show.

Sonic: Look at that! I'm over here working miracles!

Shadow: Sonic, that was incredibly awkward.

Sonic: There's simply nobody else like me!

(31:42) SonicTheKahoot - What are your opinions on Orbot and Cubot?

Shadow: SonicTheKahoot asks—

Sonic: Ohoho, that is a great name!

Shadow: Hmph. "Sonic and Shadow, what are your opinions of Orbot and Cubot?"

Sonic: Ohh! Oh yeah, Dr. Eggman's robo assistants! I-I guess I don't really have any strong opinions either way...?

Shadow: The cube one seems... inoffensive enough, but Orbot... There's something about him that just… irritates me. He's so... unnaturally spherical. His eyes glow, but it's as if there's nothing behind them. He doesn't deserve to don the colors red and black.

Sonic: You know, now that you mention it, Orbot seems like an even nerdier Omochao, and I did not think that was possible.

Shadow: Just an absolutely despicable excuse of a robot, I've never—

[Orbot shows up in the middle of the screen.]

Orbot: Oh, hello you two! I heard you were working here all day, and thought I'd stop by to see if you wanted some coffee!

Sonic: Oh, uh— Orbot! [nervous laughter] Hello! Hey, how long have you been standing there?

Orbot: Oh, just a few seconds.

Shadow: I'll take a tall coffee, black with extra beans on the side.

Sonic: Shocking. Yeah, and I'll uh— I'll have a... latte! Thanks, Orbot!

Shadow: Wow, what a great robot!

Sonic: Yeah, really great guy! So thoughtful! Definitely my favorite of the two. Thanks for the question, other Sonic!

(33:04) poodlepit - What’s your guys tips and tricks for taking care of your Chao?

Shadow: poodlepit asks: "Hey, you guys, my question is this: what's your tips and tricks for taking care of your Chao?"

Shadow: You must provide the basics: food, shelter, and attention. I've trained my Chao to be strong, to focus; they've got discipline.

Sonic: Boooring! I show my Chao the best time! We race around, play games, and I give them all sorts of treats. They love it!

Shadow: It's not about playing games, Sonic. It's about strength, about training them to be ready for whatever comes. That's how you show them you care.

Sonic: Fine. But while my Chao is having the time of their life, your Chao is probably doing... push-ups or whatever. My Chao wins, hands down!

Shadow: Hmph. We'll see what my Chao says about that.

Sonic: You're on!

(33:57) sugarcooki2 - Do you guys believe in ghosts?

Sonic: sugarcooki2 asks: "Do you guys believe in ghosts?"

Shadow: Ghosts? No, I deal with real threats, not imaginary ones.

Sonic: Oh, you sure about that? We've been to a haunted mansion, a spooky graveyard... I think there might be something to it.

Shadow: You might be entertained by that nonsense, but I'm focused on real missions. I don't have time for fairy tales.

Sonic: Nah. Yeah, you're probably right, I'm sure there's nothing to— BOO!

Shadow: Hm.

Sonic: Eh, you can't blame a guy for trying.

Shadow: When you're in real danger, don't come running to me to handle it.

Sonic: BOO! Ah, dang it!

(34:37) spunkboye - WHY DO YOU SKIP MY QUESTIONS EVERY TAKEOVER?

Shadow: spunkboye asks: "Why do you skip my question every takeover?"

Sonic: Oh, wow. Passive-aggressive. What's their question?

Shadow: That was it.

Sonic: …Okay, then! Thanks for the question, spunkboye!

(34:52) thefakehedgehogaroundhere - How are Rouge and Omega? And to Sonic, what’s your relationship with them like?

Sonic: thefakehedgehogaroundhere asks: "To Shadow, how are Rouge and Omega? And to Sonic, what’s your relationship with them like?"

Sonic: Well, Rouge and I... Yeah! We're cool, mostly. I mean, she's a bit of a troublemaker, but I got to admit, she's got a good heart under all that jewel craziness. And Omega? Yeah, he's a bit... intense, but... we've got an understanding. He's like my annihilate-first-ask-questions-later kind of buddy, not the one for deep conversation. Shadow, what do you think?

Shadow: Hm. They're fine, I suppose. Rouge is as unpredictable as ever, but I trust her. As for Omega, we may not always see eye to eye, but we share an... enthusiasm for blowing things up.

Sonic: You know, I don't hang out with Omega enough. I got to fix that sometime!

Shadow: You need to. Someone has to balance your... exuberance.

Sonic: Oh, please. I think Tails balances me out just fine.

Shadow: Wrong. He's part of the reason you're always in trouble.

Sonic: I— Okay, touché.

(35:51) Born0fKokiri - What was your favorite Doom powers to use in the White Space?

Sonic: Born0fKokiri asks: "Hey Shadow, what was your favorite Doom power to use in the White Space? Mine are the Doom Wings." ...What in the world does that mean?

Shadow: Doom Morph.

Sonic: Doom... Morph? What's that?

Shadow: I lose my mortal form to become a ball of Chaos, smashing through everything in my path. Jealous?

Sonic: Honestly? A little bit. But hey, as long as we're both wiping out bad guys, I'd say we're doing pretty good.

Shadow: I swing from Chaos blobs in the sky to reach places I normally can't.

Sonic: Oh! Oh, okay.

Shadow: And if I release from the Chaos blob at the right time, I rocket into the sky.

Sonic: Yeah, I— I'm not jealous anymore.

Shadow: Skill issue.

(36:35) TheLowestFive - Can you wish me luck on my final test tomorrow?

Sonic: TheLowestFive asks: "Can you wish me luck on my final test tomorrow?"

Shadow: Wait. Let me see if I understand this right: this person has an exam tomorrow, and they're spending their time listening to us instead of studying for a test that may determine their educational future?

Sonic: Well, uh— Yeah, I guess that's what it sounds like.

Shadow: Sounds like poor time management to me. Good luck, you're going to need it.

Sonic: Wow, lighten up! Well... good luck, TheLowestFive!

(37:10) Tweekyy_k - Have you ever gave a gift to Sonic on his birthday?

Sonic: Tweekyy_k asks: "Shadow, have you ever given a gift to Sonic on his birthday?"

Shadow: No, my presence is more than enough.

Sonic: ...It's not.

(37:23) Manuel Inacio - Where do you sleep?

Shadow: "To Sonic, since you don't have a home, I'm curious: where do you sleep?"

Sonic: Huh. Wherever I want! And I know Tails' couch is always available if need be. Where do YOU sleep, Shadow?

Shadow: No more questions.

Sonic: Huh, but— Well— I mean, everyone's dying to know—

Shadow: No. More. Questions.

(37:45) Outro

Sonic: Aaand... that's a wrap. Today absolutely flew by, but sadly, it's time for us to say goodbye to all of you.

Shadow: We had so many questions coming in throughout the day. I could really feel the love for me.

Sonic: Is that— what your— Okay, well. It was impossible to keep up with everything, but we appreciate everyone for sending such creative questions and bringing back so many great memories! I hate to admit it, but I actually had a really good time hanging out with you, Shadow!

Shadow: You weren't as irritating as you normally are, either.

Sonic: You know what? I'll take it!

Shadow: We should do #AskShadow every year. I knew that's what the fans would want.

Sonic: Haha, I don't know about that, but... I don't mind sharing the spotlight with you juust this once.

Shadow: You didn't have a choice.

Sonic: Okay, sure, but— I'm trying to say: I'm not mad about it. You deserve the recognition.

Shadow: Now you're just going overboard, but thank you, Sonic.

Sonic: And thank YOU, everyone, for tuning in. You are all what keep me running. If you have a birthday today, happy birthday! If you don't, happy Friday, or— Saturday, or— whatever day it is where you're at!

Shadow: Here's to the greatest year SEGA has ever known. Stay Fearless, everyone.

Sonic: ...Again, who's Elise?

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Moduhomu Is my Everything because not only do I fucking love their story and everything n designs ++ THEY AREE SOOO ME AND MIKEY and upcoming crazy ass ramble or AU mashed together basically .

OK SO BASICALLY I'm homura and Mikey is Madoka for some kinda obvious reasons but Mello homura because not only does Mikey mean soo much to me like it was just like in the show . I see the whole band but I'm preoccupied with ...someone else , but I notice Mikey and the SECOND time after something that is still changing my life today ( that would be homura thinking she should die = me !!!! ) I see Mikey again and it clicks . Basically a love at second sight I guess .

Mikey Madoka because in some ways they could be considered similar and how I'd make Mikey a PMMM character , Madoka thinking she'll just stumble through life and Mikey not being good at bass in the begining but still trying just like madoka still wants to try to help despite having no powers . You can even imagine me and Mikey meeting again after the band denial as the time loop homura was in and the whole show basically was .

Like madoka's deep rooted empathy and never wanting to see a magical girl cry or become a witch I would put that with end of TBP Mikey and Current Mikey , his wish would be like hers but basically erase addiction or depression and it's not like ENTERAL HAPPINESS but basically having madoka's job and helping those on their way to the DEEPEST part of addiction , so he'd turn into a concept as Madoka .

This part is basically Mikey giving me the red bandana ( obviously it is madoka's ribbons ) , since I haven't watched rebellion ( I've mostly read ab it and saw small clips ) it still adds up to all this and I would go through time for years and years for Mikey Idgaf anyway ,,,, hi I'm waiting for my dinner

#madohomu #mikey way #frank iero #my chemical romance #꒰ঌFrikes #self ship #3rd grade man #melloooo

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got-ticket-to-ride · 1 year ago

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Wanted to know your thoughts on this, but for what I've reading on John it really looks to me he really got worse post Paul and post Beatles, like his saddest songs match the moment he started to have issues with Paul, he wasn't really having much contact with anyone outside Yoko, he wasn't doing much music, he wasn't being that funny either, he even died without being able to fully overcome his heroine addiction (addiction that started in the Beatles fall out right?), and idk i believe his involvement in the whole peace/art movement looked more like an escape (like some people do with religion) than actual interest.

So what you think, was John at his worst after he got out the band and cut his relationship with Paul or was it was always like that?

Hello @lord-pain

thank you for this ask! I hope I'll make sense. I think the White Album was definitely the start of John's "sad songs". Happiness is a Warm Gun, Yer Blues. Subsequently, Dig a Pony sounded so desperate to me and Because which is yeah, post India, post breakup?

There's so many different accounts during that period. Some narrators might be unreliable because you never know who these "historians/journalist/"acquaintances" have their allegiance to.

During the 70s it was said that John was miserable, became a violent drunk (who believed in astrology). He was quite unhappy with how things turned out in his life due to his choices but he was too proud to admit it.

About drugs, Fred Seaman said John stopped with heroin in the last half of the 70s in this video.

Due to differing accounts that are out there, I just concentrate on John, what he wrote lyrically and how clearheaded he was during his last interview. He was trying to be better. I think that is the most important detail despite everything that went down. Also the part where he was going to work with Ringo and had booked a studio with Paul for January 1981.

His activism was partly a distraction for him. Beatle John dabbled in it, but he became very aggressive about politics after the break up. He was anti-religion when he released Imagine (1971). But went back to believing in god when he wrote "Grow Old With Me" (1979?), which I have so much thoughts about but I haven't even had the courage to voice out.

While there are glimpses of John's mental anxiety visible in his song "Help!" (1965)

"Help me if you can, I'm feeling down, and I do appreciate you being 'round",

he was trying to be positive about it as seen in "Strawberry Fields Forever" (1966):

"It's getting hard to be someone but it all works out, It doesn't matter much to me".

And was still holding on during the conception of "Across the Universe" (in February 1968) with his mantra:

"Nothing's gonna change my world",

which I think might've been a result of Paul's engagement in December 1967 to Jane.

Across the Universe (February 1968) > believer God (1970) > anti-religion Imagine (1971) > anti-religion (he made a satire song which I did not include here) Grow Old With Me (1979) > believer

During his alleged break from music from 1975, he was still making home demos and was writing Skywriting by Word of Mouth.

I think John and Paul being apart was just not good for them. The general opinion was that Paul left John and had moved on. (I don't believe that's true). It was John who made the decision to leave, it was this push and pull thing, and Paul continued to reach out to him (and we don't know what happened during all those times they've met up). Some accounts say that John was practically begging for a reunion but then again Paul never stopped reaching out to John (see 1976) so I personally think, regardless of all these details that are out in the open, there is still a missing piece we have not considered yet and that can only be told by Paul himself.

To summarize it, John probably had depression (since his teenage years) but Paul was a constant positive thing in his life that he needed and that had helped him through it, "the girl who came to stay" until something happened...

John Lennon was definitely at his worst without his buddies by his side in the 70s.

#Asks #John Lennon #Mclennon #John and Paul #Lyrics #Paul Mccartney #The Beatles #would love to hear your thoughts too!#gttr-beatles

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rr-shattered-memory · 1 month ago

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You're almost certain -like at least 86% certain- that you're going through something weird.

Yes granted you don't have memory of basically anything.

And yes granted this Not Yesterday could have been some sort of dream or something, maybe you always wake up on the floor, maybe that scar you have on your hand has always been there, you wouldn't know.

But whatever happened Not Yesterday felt so real, real enough that it's the only thing you can remember of your life prior.

You close your eyes, take a deep breath and count down from ten trying to clear your mind.

When you re-open your eyes Roman is looking at you with curiosity.

"What?" you ask.

"Nothing... it's just that, I've never seen you do that before."

"Do what?"

Roman gestures to your whole you, "that calming down thing."

"Ah hah!" you exclaim pointing at him, "exhibit one!"

"What, are we in court now?" Roman asks very much amused.

You nod curtly once, "yes, yes it is."

Grabbing Roman by the shoulders you spin him around and guide him to the chair at the desk and plop him down.

You clasp your hands behind yourself and walk back and forth.

"I call Roman... uh..." you look to him searching - you lean towards him and stage whisper, "what's your last name doll?"

Roman blinks a few times, he looks like he's about to be snarky but then his face falls into something sad, "oh, this is... ahem nevermind, Konoe, Roman Konoe."

You stand upright again, "right! I call Roman Konoe to the stand on which he is already sitting at."

Roman snickers, "what do you want to know?"

"I ask you this Mr. Konoe, do yoooou knnnooow anything about this?" you turn sharply and stick your hand in Roman's face too close for anything to actually be seen.

Roman rolls his eyes, moves your hand away and picks up the other one, "wrong hand doofus, and no you know I don't."

"Yuh huh, and how long have you known me?"

Roman hesitates for a second before responding, "our whole lives."

You freeze, "hah, wha - okay wasn't expecting that answer, but that just makes it even more suspicious!"

"I suppose, but Remus you don't always tell me stuff like this."

You whip the exacto knife from your boxers waist band and wave it about , "sure sure but how often do we see each other?"

"Well... almost every day - but that wound looks years healed!"

"Has there ever been a time that we haven't been together for a long period of time?"

Roman takes a minute, "not since we were really young..."

"Yes yes yes, we are getting answers!"

Roman raises an eyebrow skeptically, "are we though?"

"Yuh doi, next question!" you swirl around pointing the exacto knife at Roman, "what was the reason you came here today?"

"Because I had a bad feeling that something horrible happened... to... you..."

You push the knifes blade extractor a few times making it click in a rhythm, "I rest my case."

"Your proof to me is my own nightmare?" Roman doesn't sound convinced.

Your brows furrow, "wait what was that?"

"My nightmare is why I had a bad feeling - in it you were bleeding profusely" he starts and you finish with him, "and died in my *your* arms downstairs."

Roman stares at you, "that was definitely a guess right?"

You shake your head, "nooope, I was there and that happened!" you wiggle your hand in his face again like it would cement your point.

"I wha, okay this is insane" Roman's voice waivers, "impossible what you're insinuating..."

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xoxmatilda · 2 months ago

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I woke up to the light sound of a guitar playing. I take in my surroundings and find that Harry is no longer in the chair next to me, but at the waterfront lightly strumming some chords. I stand up and walk out to the water. The chords he's playing are happy, upbeat.

He must sense me coming because he stops playing and turns around as I get near him, "Good morning sunshine." I can hear the smile he's wearing just in his voice and it's enough to make me smile as I take a seat next to him.

"I like that melody. What are you working on?"

"Not anything in particular. Just messing around with different things before we see Mitch tonight."

"Is that part of your so called process?" I ask him watching the water come up and lap at the heels of my feet.

"My process?"

"Yeah, don't artists have their own creative process to create songs?" I ask, "Or is that a rumor of the industry I've heard?"

He chuckles and nods his head, "I don't know about other artists but I have found that I favor certain methods when I'm creating something."

"Ok, so what's your creative process. How did you create your first solo album?" I ask him.

"That album was a little different. Given everything with the band, I was eager to create solo but I also wanted to do things a little differently because it felt like I was always in the studio during my time with them. It kind of started to feel like an unhealthy relationship with the studio. I wanted to get out of there and try something new so I spent a lot of time in Jamaica writing my first album." He explains.

I remember that trip. I obviously didn't go, but I remember the day Oliver told me he'd be in Jamaica for a month which actually changed into two. He was borderline unreachable the whole time he was there. Things started escalating with our mom. That's when I found her high for the first time and I had no idea what to do and he was no longer a short plane ride away to come and help.

"Being in Jamaica was really cool. I got to see a whole new side of creating that I had never seen or experienced before. I went from recording entire albums in the middle of the night in a hotel room pushed between two mattresses to being able to work while also getting to enjoy as much time off as I wanted. It felt more organic and it really allowed me to fall back in love with creating again after I took my break."

He begins to strum a little again even softer than he was when I woke up. "Ok, so are trips to foreign countries your way of getting creative?"

"Yes and no. I used the trip not only to write but to process things that had happened in my life which then in turn allowed for me to write about them once I had processed them. We haven't talked about taking a trip for this album. I don't think anyone was expecting me to jump into creating another album so soon after making the debut album."

"Why are you?" I ask abruptly, "Writing so soon after already releasing one?"

He pauses and looks down, stopping his playing. "I'm not sure. It's really the only thing that I know right now. I mean five albums in four years. I was made to think that was normal for artists, so right after my first solo album was completed, I got that feeling that there was something more I could be doing again, which led me to start writing. I had one idea for a song and Jeff just took that as I was ready to hit the ground running on a whole new album."

"Are you?" I pause and he looks at me confused, "Ready I mean? Are you ready to write a whole album again?"

"I don't know. I write from experience and I don't feel like I've experienced enough to write an entire album yet. I had the one song idea but it's not even finished and I've felt stuck ever since. Sort of, uninspired." He sets the guitar down on the sand next to him and leans back on his hands.

"Kind of like when authors get writer's block?" I ask and he nods.

"Exactly like that, actually."

"Why do you think you're experiencing that?"

I pauses to think about it a moment. "The team has faced so much change within the last year. We got off a big tour, press, live performances. We always felt like we were a well oiled machine until..."

He stops himself and it catches my attention. I look at him anticipating him to finish what he was going to say but also not wanting to make it seem like I was pressuring him to do so if he really didn't want to share with me. He takes a deep breath and looks down at the sand beneath him, "We lost a member of our team last year. I was always able to create and be myself with them and now things just feel different. The vibe in the studio is different, the team dynamic is different. He felt like the glue that kept everyone together and now it feels like most of us don't have anything in common any more."

The hair on the back of my neck stands up despite the heat from the sun. He's talking about Oliver.

I look down at the sand too, trying to hide my face incase it said something out loud, suddenly overcome with sadness that Harry has been struggling with such deep emotions in the past year. "I'm sorry," I say just above a whisper but barely audible over the waves.

"Don't apologize. That's life, unfortunately. You can't have the good without the ugly." He says reassuringly, when I felt like I should be doing that for him instead.

We fell into a comfortable silence for a while with only the sound of the waves crashing in the background. I felt peaceful and at ease here. No pressure, no worries, just the sun hitting my skin and the water hitting my feet. One thing that has always helped me with creativity is a change in environment, whether it be for photography or any ideas I've had in the past.

"Sometimes all you need is a change in scenery. That's always helped me when I've felt like I was in a rut. Maybe it would do the team some good to get away for a little. Maybe it would be a good re-bonding experience to get away again."

"Are you saying I need to go on another trip?" I can hear the smirk in his voice without looking at him.

"I'm not telling you what to do or even giving suggestions. I'm just saying that I've had some of my best break throughs after changing up my daily routine and my environment. Sometimes after the loss of someone close to you, you just need a change. Whether it be location, physical or other change. Do you have any time off coming up where you could take a break, even if it's short?"

"We actually have some time off this weekend. I could talk to the team tonight and see if they'd be up for it." He nods.

"Well it's settled then. You're going to find your inspiration this weekend." I give him a soft smile. He picks up his phone that I hadn't noticed sitting in the sand between us and sends a text.

"That only leaves one question," He trails off. I look at him with a confused expression.

"Are you free this weekend?" I say nothing. How could I when he's asking me on the trip? He grows a little restless as time passes and I haven't said anything. Then he comes up with a cover, "You are the photographer for the team. It would be a great opportunity to get some exclusive content. Especially if we do end up writing an album, it could be used as part of a documentary or something. That's what we did with the last one."

I swallow the ball of anxiety building in my throat, and replace it with a small smile trying to hide my nerves, "I have a booking on Saturday but I could probably get it rescheduled for next week when I get back to LA and I could ask my roommate about taking my shifts this weekend."

"Good. It won't be a successful trip without you." He says and looks out over the horizon and I follow suit. Suddenly I become aware of how hot sitting in the sun has made me since waking from my slumber so I stand and walk a little deeper into the water. A refreshing feeling immediately taking over my body as the water creeps further up my legs. I crouch a bit and place my palms parallel to the water, allowing them to skim the surface gently, feeling the waves lap at my hands and fingers.

"You're going to get wet out there," his voice rings from farther behind me on the shore.

"Thank you, Sherlock. I wasn't aware," I say without turning around but instead tilting my head back and feeling the unusually warm sun for this time of year hit my face.

"Don't say I didn't warn you."

I ignore his comment and continue soaking in as much vitamin D as I can from the sun before we decide to go inside. Suddenly, I recognize the sound of a few splashes behind me before I'm soaked by a tsunami of cold water over my back. I take my time to turn around, shoulders tense from the cold. Harry surfaces just enough for his nose up to be above the water, waiting for my reaction and I can see his cheeky grin underwater from where I'm standing.

"You're going to pay for that," I say and immediately start running towards him as fast I can but struggling against the thickness of the water from the depth I'm in. When I get close enough to tackle him he stands out of the water and hooks his arm under one of my legs and wraps his other arm around my torso, holding me somewhat bridal style for a split second before he throws me deeper into the water now completely soaking me.

"I wouldn't be so sure about that, babe," he says with an arrogant laugh and I try to wipe the dumb smile on my face, but fail miserably.

Harry nods his head over his shoulder in the direction of the house, "C'mon, we should probably clean up and eat something before we head to Mitch's."

I walk out of the water after him, with a busted ego from losing the fight. Harry carries his guitar to the chairs near the path to the house. I wrap myself up in one of the towels and we walk to his backyard. I take a seat on one of the lounge chairs and he goes inside for a split second and then comes back out to see me on the chair.

"What're you doing?"

"Drying off so I don't get ocean water all over your house," I say as if it's obvious.

He shakes his head, "You can shower. I can throw your clothes in the dryer and they should dry before we go to Mitch's. I probably have a t-shirt and a pair of running shorts that would fit you to hold you over until then."

I hesitantly follow him inside after trying to brush off as much of the sand from my feet as I can. He leads me upstairs into a spare bedroom with it's own bathroom and hands me an extra towel.

"Just stick your clothes out in the hallway and I'll take care of them. Come downstairs when you're done." I nod my head and wait for him to exit the doorway of the bathroom and shut the door. I do as he says with my clothes and shower the ocean water from my hair. Upon finishing, I step out and wrap myself in yet another towel when I realize he didn't leave me any clothes before I got in the shower. Just as I come to the realization, I hear my phone buzz on the bathroom counter.

Unknown: check the bed x

I slowly open the door to the bedroom and peer around the door. On the foot of the bed, there's a small pile of clothes folded. I grab them and return back to the bathroom. An oversized black t-shirt and a pair of running shorts that were baggy but I was able to make it work by tying the strings in the waistband as tight as I could. I ring the water from my hair with my towel and try to scrunch it to look a little wavy, but all it does is cause it to frizz. I let out a huff of air I was holding and grab my phone before exiting the room to go downstairs.

When I open the door, I notice the clothes I left in the hallway were gone and my nose was immediately filled with the smell of pizza. I walk to the stairs and make my way to the kitchen. Harry's putting toppings on pizza dough that has been flattened and shaped already. The room smells like the oven has been preheating and was ready to bake.

"A weird number texted me and told me to wear this. Hope you're alright with it." I say announcing my arrival and I do a little spin to model the outfit.

Harry looks up from what he's doing with a smile on his face that only grows when he sees my new outfit, "You found the clothes! I asked Jeff for your number a couple days ago. Hope you don't mind."

I move to the kitchen island and put my phone down before sitting on a barstool, "No, it's fine. You ate my boss. It would make sense for you to have it for communication purposes."

He chuckles but doesn't saying anything. He picks up the pizza on a pan and puts it in the oven and sets a timer before turning around to face me again but leans on the opposite counter in my direction. His hair is damp, obviously being out of the shower longer than I have it's had some time to dry but his curls are tight around his face. He's wearing some t-shirt and lounge shorts. He looks good without even trying and I suddenly feel odd about being in a baggy shirt and shorts instead of clothes that I'm used to. I fold my knees up to my chest and hold them there with my arms.

"Hope you like pizza. It's all I could make with what was in my fridge," He says while typing something on his phone and then sliding it in his pocket.

"I love pizza, especially when it's homemade," I grin. "Thank you for doing all of this by the way."

"All of what?"

"The clothes and the food. You could have just taken me home to get ready and I could have met you at Mitch's."

He shakes his head at me almost with a look of disappointment for suggesting such a thing, "And shorten our time together? What do you take me for, a teenage boy?"

I smirk and give a confused expression to which he replies, "I'm a gentleman, goddamnit."

I throw my hands up in defense, "What ever you say, gentleman."

He jokingly scoffs and throws his hand over his chest pretending to be hurt by my comment. "I've only known you for a couple weeks, Harry. I don't know you well enough to know if you're a gentleman," I point out.

He nods his head and looks down at his feet while crossing his arms over his chest, "Fair. But you'll find out soon enough," He pushes off the counter and moves to the fridge, "What do you want to drink?"

"Water is fine," I say simply. He fetches a bottle and slides it over the island to me.

Harry pulls out a bottle of water for him and shuts the fridge. He removes his phone from his pocket and sees someone is calling him. "Give me a second, I have to take this." He puts the water on the counter and disappears down a hallway and into a room before shutting the door.

I look around at the mostly open floor plan and rake over the small details of his living room and kitchen. It truly was beautiful, and tasteful. It wasn't decorated in a way that was so modern and expensive that it just screamed 'look at me, I'm a celebrity.' You could tell he took his time decorating down to the small details of the art work and frames lining the walls. There were built ins surrounding the fireplace across the living room that held memorabilia and awards. I move closer so I can see what they were from.

Grammy's, Brit awards. All ranging from 2012 to present. I found it a bit endearing that he still had his awards from the band on display like he was proud of it. All of what he has told me so far has made it sound like it was more of a burden than a positive experience because of the negative impact it's had on his ability to move forward as a solo artist. Was he displaying them because he didn't want to forget where he came from or how it started? Or were they displayed because he was having a hard time letting go of that part of his life, no matter how negative of an experience it was?

There's pictures scattered throughout the shelves, some of him at awards shows with his team or friends, and some with two women who resembled him, probably family members of some kind.

"That's my mom and sister."

"They're beautiful," I say without turning around to hide the dumb smile on my face.

He hums in agreement and moves to stand next to me in front of the shelf, "That they are."

"I like that you have the band awards on display after all the years. Does every member get their own for each award?"

"No, they only make one per award even if a band with multiple members win it so we split up the awards amongst the five of us," He pauses and then continues after contemplating, "Why wouldn't I have them on display?"

I think about the best way to word it without sounding harsh or nosey, "I don't know, in the few times you've brought up your time with them up, it's been negative so I guess I just assumed that it was a negative experience for you. I'm sorry, I shouldn't have."

"No, don't apologize. In some ways, yes, it was a negative experience for me. We weren't given creative freedom until Zayn left, and by that point some of us had already checked out from the burn out it had caused and were looking into starting solo careers. At the same time, however, I don't regret auditioning for the show that day, and I don't regret my time with the band. I'm so truly grateful for the experience and the things it taught me. I'm so glad that I met the four of them, because they truly have been four of my best friends, plus we went through it all together and I think that's something no one will ever be able to take away from us. We had a great five years together and our split didn't stop most of us from still keeping in touch and supporting one another."

I found myself looking up at him as he gazed at the awards, probably recalling the memories that came with them. I looked back at them with a smile, thankful they weren't bad reminders of times that he would rather forget.

"I'm glad you can still celebrate the good parts of something that almost broke you," I say without making eye contact with him.

The timer on the oven goes off, breaking us from our silence. Harry turns from the shelves and retrieves the pizza. I linger at the awards a moment longer, wondering what memories they possess for him before I turn back to the kitchen and take the same seat I had before at the island. He slides me a plate full of pizza before getting his own and taking a seat next to me.

"What'd you mean by the band almost broke me?" He asked.

I furrowed my brows and took a moment to chew my food and recall what he was talking about, "Oh, nothing. I don't know what I'm talking about. I'm sorry I shouldn't have projected that. I wasn't there, you're the only person that would know your feelings towards those years of your life."

He shakes his head slightly, "You're right—"

He pauses and it makes me think he's done, "I'm sorry again, I'll stay out of your business." A pit grows in my stomach at the thought of him calling me out.

"No, I meant you're right about it almost breaking me," he lets his sentence hang in the air between us before continuing, "I didn't see it before but I do now after you've said something. For a while during my break I wasn't sure I'd return to music. It almost felt like what was done, was done. Whatever I had done in those five years was it. Everything I had accomplished in the music industry was all I had to contribute. Sometimes I still feel it when I'm stuck and sometimes, that mindset is harder to get out of than others."

"How did you get out of that mindset during the first album?"

"It was easier during the first album. We had a full team and we actually felt like one. Now we're missing a piece and I think everyone feels it. The one that held us together... he single handedly held me together too. Always knew what I was thinking and what to say and how to motivate me," he takes a deep breath and it comes out a sigh, "I really wish he was here."

I look down at my plate of pizza that only has a small bite missing. I've never been good about what to say when people dig deep into their feelings like this. It's always made me uncomfortable because I hate digging deep into my own.

Part of the reason why Lily and I's friendship works so well is we don't have to do this, this deep back and forth. We have a mutual understanding that if something serious is happening we'll be blunt and forward about it, binge watch our comfort show, and be done. I hate being confided to because it makes me feel like I have to give up information of the same depth for it to be 'even.'

I search for something to say but start to panic about what he'll think as time goes by and I remain silent. I say the first thing that comes to mind, "I lost someone close to me last year too."

I immediately throw my fork down and hide my face in my hands, my elbows resting on the counter. Why? Why do I always do this? I hear Harry rest his fork on his plate then feel a hand on my back between my shoulder blades. I feel a split second of confusion to his reaction until I understand that he thinks I'm still grieving and I'm upset about it.

I stay in that position for a moment contemplating. Should I play it off as grief or come clean about the slip?

After a moment I remove my face from my hands and wipe the imaginary tears from my eyes before wiping them on my leg. "Sorry. I wish I could say it gets easier, but I'd be lying. Some days, it hits you like a bullet train," I lie through my teeth, "I'm still trying to figure out what life is like without them. Some days I feel like I have it figured out, other days I feel like I'm back at square one."

"Grief is ugly like that," he says simply. "I'm sorry you lost someone. I believe it does get easier, or so I'm told. I'll let you know if I figure that out."

I fake a smile and nod shyly taking bites of my pizza. He finishes before me but doesn't get up until I'm finished with my plate, then takes care of the dishes. He disappears up the stairs without saying a word but reappears as quickly as he went wearing skinny jeans and a different t-shirt. How many times in a day does this man change?

He grabs the keys from the counter he left hours previously when we arrived and turned towards me, "You ready, sunshine?"

I look at him blankly and then down at my attire, "Um, are my clothes done drying?" I remind him.

"Oh god, I'm so sorry." He throws his keys down on the counter and goes back upstairs. I wait in the kitchen a few moments until I hear a voice coming from the balcony to the second floor in the living room, "So slight problem..." I move into the living room and look up at him, gravity causing his mop of curls to hug the sides of his face, "They didn't finish and I forgot to check on them because of dinner."

"What am I supposed to do?" I look down at my outfit once more. Mitch will be there and this doesn't necessarily scream professional. Hell, being with my boss all day and being at his house doesn't necessarily scream professional either.

"I can bring them to you tomorrow if you're ok with wearing that to Mitch's?" He suggests with an innocent smile plastered on his face.

"This seems more laid back... it doesn't really say 'I'm a professional, I'm a serious part of this team,' does it?"

He twists his face in thought then holds up his index finger, "Give me one moment."

He disappears behind the railing and shuffles down the hall, his footsteps getting softer. I sit on one of the couches in the living room and pull out my phone to find a text.

Lily: How's the day going? Intro the theatre is so boring, pls keep me company.

I check the time stamp and realize she sent that when we were out on the beach.

Tilly: Good, turns out Harry's emergency wasn't work related. Hate to leave you on a cliff hangar, but I don't have time to chat. I'll explain tonight when I get home, I promise. Wait up for me.

Lily: you know how I feel about cliff hangars.

Tilly: I promise it'll be worth it when I explain everything.

I hear Harry's steps down the stairs and lock my phone. He appears in a totally new outfit, now in joggers and a plain t-shirt and vans. He stretches his arms out and does a small spin. "Now we both look unprofessional," he wears a proud smile.

I bite the inside of my lip to hide my laugh. "You realize you're the head of the team right? No one will bat an eye at the leader of the group showing up in sweats."

"Valid, but lucky for you it's just Mitch tonight and he couldn't give two shits about how we look. I guarantee you, he's going to be wearing the same outfit."

"Fine, but he pokes fun at the fact that I'm in your clothes one time, you owe me pancakes at Beachwood."

He pauses a moment then nods his head with a grin, "You got yourself a deal, now let's go, we're going to be late."

He grabs the keys once again and moves towards the garage door. I scurry across the room to throw my sandals on and grab my bag before running after him as if he was going to leave me behind.

The drive to Mitch's was short if I hadn't been paying attention I would have thought they lived in the same neighborhood. Harry parked the car and got out causing me to follow in his actions. I follow him up to the front door of the house. I expected him to ring the door bell but he opened the door and walked right in yelling, 'Rowland!' at the top of his lungs.

Harry makes room for me to step inside the house, then closes the door behind us. There's quick footsteps coming from around a corner and Mitch appears as he skidded to a halt. His worrisome expression immediately turns to annoyance when he sees us in the foyer.

"Jesus, Styles. I thought something was wrong." Mitch tries to catch his breath and waits for Harry to respond. When he doesn't I turn around to look at him but he's lost in his phone for a moment before he comes to.

He looks at me then at Mitch, "Huh? No nothing's wrong. Give me a second, I have to take this call." He opens the front door once again and walks out of the house shutting it behind him leaving me with Mitch.

"He do that a lot?" Is all I can think to ask to fill the awkward silence between the two of us.

He shrugs, "I suppose, but you get so used to it, you eventually don't notice. C'mon, I'll show you where we'll be working. Can I get you anything to drink?"

"I'll take a water if you have that," I say as I follow him to where we came from. Down a hallway and through a doorway into an office-turned studio. Mitch moves to a mini fridge in the room and tosses me a bottle. There's couches behind the recording equipment so I make myself at home and place my stuff down and sit next to it.

"Your set up is incredible for an in-home studio. Did you do it yourself?" I ask him as he sits down in a chair by the equipment.

He shook his head, "No actually. Me, Harry and Ollie both worked on this together. We were tired of being confined to the times the studios downtown were open because we got a lot of our ideas from working late at night."

"Ollie? Is that a member I haven't met yet?"

"Oh, no. He was an old team member. He passed last year. Sorry, I would have thought he would have told you."

"Oh, he vaguely told me about someone passing, I just didn't know his name." My mind starts reeling. Could Oliver be Ollie? It has to be right? What are the chances another team member died last year besides my brother. If that was the case they didn't have a good track record.

Mitch gets side tracked with loading the software up on the computer and doesn't respond to me. I sip my water and look around the room at the different frames. Records from Harry's last album they must've worked on together, awards, plaques. He was obviously proud of the work he did with Harry.

There were floating shelves above the couch I was just sitting on that held more awards and pictures. All of them consisting of members of the band and Harry together during different times. I get to the end of the shelves and stop in my tracks like I saw a ghost. In a simple black picture frame, there's a black and white picture of Harry, Mitch and Oliver in a recording studio. They were clearly in the middle of recording something because Harry had his eyes closed with his mouth open, singing, while Mitch and my brother were playing their respective guitars.

What's even more bone chilling? It was eerily similar to a picture I had taken of them in the studio that time I went with my brother last year. I pick up the frame off the shelf and turn to Mitch who was still looking at the computer.

"Who is this guy with you and Harry?" I inquire.

Mitch turns around and eyes the frame a second expecting to only be turned around a moment but then turns his whole body at the sign of the forgotten photo, "That's actually Ollie. He was a writer with us and helped with the instrumentals of songs. I forgot about that photo."

A small smile appears on his face, remembering a distant memory of the team member he didn't know I had a relation to. He turns back around to finish what he was doing leaving me stuck looking at a ghost of my brother stuck in a picture frame.

"Do you know who took the photo?" I asked him

"I'm not totally sure, but I think it was Ollie's sister. I think he got it from her. It was his idea to add it to room even though it wasn't taken here."

I gently place the picture back on the shelf then jump as a loud bang startles me.

Mitch and I swing around and see Harry storming through the door and throw his hands out to his sides, "Pack your bags people. We're going on a writing trip this weekend!"

chapter eight masterlist

#harry styles #harry style fanfiction #harry styles fanfic #harry styles writing #harry styles story #harry edward styles #romance #slow burn #friends to lovers #fluff #fluff writing #harry styles hs1 #fine line #harry's house #one direction

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