#xen chats

[flxffyclvuds]

SORRY FOR SEEING IT LATE LOL BUT AHHHHH THANK YOU FOR WRITING THE LEV REQUEST AND EVEN BEING NICE ENOUGH TO WRITE OIKAWA AS WELL??!! it was a fun read and your writing just makes me rly comfortable, also the kita post🥺🥺🥺 i love him lol

cant wait for more of ur work! xx💋

AGSDSRSV JM THE ONE WHO SHOULD BE SAYING THANK YOU :((( YOU HELP ME SPARK MY INTEREST FOR HAIKYUU AND WRITING AGAIN :((<333333

Kita supremacy 🛐🛐🛐

[prinnamon]

i was gonna comment this under a youtube video but at this point i think it needs to be its own post.

sometimes i forget how frustrating Xen was to play because i adore it so much from a narrative standpoint. throughout the entirety of half-life 1, you are fighting creatures who have been ripped from their natural environment and thrust into an unfamiliar place. some of them are sentient but enslaved, having no choice but to fight you and aid the invasion of Earth. some of them have an intelligence more comparable to animals, and they are reacting to the situation as animals react, fighting and utilizing their own evolved defense mechanisms to prolong their own lives, but since this harms us and others we are forced to see them as a threat and eliminate them.

Xen puts the player in the position of the alien, ripped from your home and sent somewhere totally unlike anything you have seen before. you have no frame of reference, nothing to which to compare your surroundings. every outside stimulus is completely new and you have to process it all at once every second with no prior experience to draw from. and the things here, whether they mean to be or not, are hostile to you, so you have to fight back. gordon is now in the position of Houndeye #274 who was eebied from its relaxing healing spring into the bright unwelcoming halls of Black Mesa!!! i think it could even be argued that gordon's position is almost even analogous to that of the Vortigaunts, since we learn later that gordon was manipulated somewhat by forces outside his control, and for all the talk about him being a "free man," he never had much choice but to do what he did if he wanted to survive.

in my mind, these are some of the core themes of hl1: humans aren't alone, humans aren't benevolent, and humans are kind-of fucking terrifying from an outsider's perspective. the nihilanth bossfight reinforced that for me, because the only way the player can win is by behaving like a persistence predator. humans' strength isn't in their raw power. if that was the only factor in the fight between the player and the nihilanth, the player would lose. it's because no matter how frustrating it is, the player has patience to keep pushing forward, to keep removing themself from the places where the nihilanth tries to get rid of them, to chip away at the boss's health and destroy the things giving it power. going a step further up the ladder of abstraction, the player may die and get teleported away from the fight dozens of times, but they have the power to quicksave and reload for a better outcome. some people may put the game down, but chances are if you got that far in the game you persist through the tedium and win.

from the nihilanth's perspective, the entire fight is like that scenario where you are immortal but somewhere in the world there is an also-immortal and indestructible snail that kills you if it touches you and it is always approaching you no matter what but you never know where it is unless you can see it. that's what the player is. the player is a very slow-moving but deadly force that will inevitably always win by virtue of the fact that it does not tire (can pause, recuperate, and return to the fight at any time) and it does not want anything except to destroy its opponent (literally cannot leave without doing so).

and since that impacted me so much, i conveniently forget about the bullshit jumping puzzles along the way

[h2llish]

you >_<

SHARK YEAH ITS ME YAYYAY

[berkelygenerator]

[minewter]

some VERY brief/quick sketches i did on voice chat in The Xen Den

hopefully i break out of art block soon. s igh

[purplesimmer455]

@abbysimsfun, I got inspired by your comment and decided to do a prom post with Lola and Hamuera. They wore different shades of purple, and got each other matching corsages. "You look so beautiful, Lola. That dress is stunning and I love your makeup and earrings." Hamuera says, blushing as he takes her in. "Thanks Hamuera, you look handsome and I like your suit and the way you did your nails." Lola says, smiling shyly. "Thanks. I didn’t want to do anything too fancy but wanted something to match my suit," Hamuera says, grinning. “I get it, my mom took me to the nail salon to get mine done and I’m not used to this length but I love the color.” Lola says and Hamuera nods, taking her hands in his and hoping his hands aren’t too sweaty from nerves. “They look great too, and same. I love doing my nails but I can’t keep them too long,” he says and Lola nods. “Hey, are you guys going to keep chatting about nails or are you going to go in? Auntie Luna wants photos of both of you” Hamuera’s cousin Emily asks teasingly, grinning at the two. “Shush, Emmy.” Hamuera says and Lola smiles, “Don't worry, Ems, we are.” She says, and she takes Hamuera’s hand and takes a deep breath as she heads inside with him.

These two are so cute, they're both a bit more shy and reserved and really like each other. I was going to dress Lola in silver but this purple dress is so cute and suits her perfectly. 🥰💜 I think I was also randomly inspired by @payte’s sim Stella Xen for the hair. Stella has really pretty curled and styled shoulder length hair and I gave Lola a similar style, just longer.

[harmonytre]

IT'S FINALLY HERE WOOHOO!! This has been in the planning process for about 2 months, and is finally up and going!

A HLVRAI FOCUSED ART SERVER!

Art includes visual arts, writing, and music! Organize times to play gartic phone and scribblio! Enjoy the daily video and post, character of the day, and even a weekly prompt!

SFW, minor and system inclusive!

[shinysparklesapphires]

Arthur Chandler Chats

"Melons are pretty nasty if you ask me."

"They're so sweet and wet it's just *gags*

"no one else i know seems to think that though, *sigh"

"you wanna know the worst part about deciding to wear heels in the dorm?"

"mud."

"since the dorm is basically one big greenhouse, it's full of dirt paths and roads and all that."

"so whenever it rains all those paths turn into a muddy mess you dont want to walk through."

"oh mercedes! you're finally out of your room!"

"yeah..guesso.."

"i wanted fresh air i guess.."

"when was the last time you came out?"

"probably last week..or month..it's too hard to count.."

"hey artie, why do i never see you fightin anyone?"

"even that dipshit mercedes can win a fistfight every once in a while!"

"I dunno, just seems like a waste of time t'me"

"BOOOORRRRINGGG!!! that 'waste of time' keeps things interesting!"

"if you say so.."

💌: @cloudcountry @xen-blank @lowcallyfruity @boopshoops

@thehollowwriter @h2llish @skriblee-ksk

[thexenden]

The Xen Den

The Xen Den is an SFW, minor and system inclusive Discord server focused on creative works (art, writing, music, etc.) in the HLVRAI fandom! On the server you can enjoy such things as:

Bi-Weekly Prompt

Daily Video

Daily Post

Daily Character

Events (Icon contest next month!)

As well as host your very own gartic, scribblio, draw battle, and collab sessions! The community so far is very nice and everyone is so talented, I love you!

You're free to join and be as active as you'd like. Wanna be actively chatting? Go for it! Only here for the daily events? Lurkers welcome! Just want some cool emojis and content? Head right in!

This tumblr blog is where I'll reblog the dailies when possible!

"#The Xen Den Prompt" will be the bi-weekly prompt!

"#The Xen Den Daily" will be our daily posts.

"#The Xen Den CoTD" will be the character of the day.

"#The Xen Den Featured" will be any content made specifically for prompts or dailies! :D

Here's a playlist for the daily videos!

Who am I?

@harmonytre (also the artist of the icon/banner atm)

She/It, 23, autistic, asexual, etc. etc. You may know me for various artwork, animatics, currently hosting a multi-animator project, and even the upcoming @sweetvoicecafe !

See you around! >w<

[blacktobackmesa]

"Turns out "New Stuff" can sometimes use up too much processing power and crash the PC."

You can't just go and drop a line like that. Was the Science Team ok? On a scale from 10 to 10 how hard did Gordon freak out?

science team group chat

gordon: oh my god i'm so sorry for the sudden blackout. gordon: everything's fine on my end. can we do a headcount?

BUBBYISBEST: ARE WE GOING TO EXPECT THIS EVERY TIME YOU AND BENREY GO TO XEN FOR "ALONE TIME"? BECAUSE JESUS CHRIST

Doctor Coomer!: Now Bubby, it's not polite to kinkshame.

gordon: DFYHSJIOK

In other words: everyone's alright! Gordon and Benrey's relationship doesn't blossom until everyone's been used to the Home program for a good few years, and while Gordon's machine is maintained with great care, by this point everyone knows that surprise outages can happen. They're protected against data corruption and all, it's just a big inconvenience.

One time Benrey had been playing a rhythm game for hours and was really in the flow, about to get a new record on a stage, and then Boop! Woke up in bed. He's still trying to get Gordon to press charges on the power company for that outage.

[flxffyclvuds]

helloo, checked out ur blog, i love ur fluffy writing! i’d like to request boyfriend headcanons with lev haiba please, if u write for him(if not, i have oikawa as a substitute, or you can just ignore this request lol). he’s my absolute comfort character and i get all giddy just imagining how silly and goofy and fun and positive he would be. also very attentive and loving. plus i’d be best friends with her sister, i can just FEEL that she would give me makeovers and lend me her clothes or take me shopping. life would be so much fun and happy as his girlfriend. these are my two cents. have a very nice day!!

Adfdh aww you're so sweet and nice :(((<333 really made me kicking my legs and giggling 🤭 💕

I just to warn you beforehand that the hcs might be longer than my other ones! and I format it differently. I hope you don't mind!!

And it will be gender neutral reader as well, I'm not really comfortable writing fem!reader, so I hope it's ok :]

Alright! two bf hcs coming right up! I will be uploading them separately if that’s alright :')

edit: oops- i forgot to upload :') I'll do it tmw

[filmorgue]

Flint and Seth strolled into the main hall, where they spotted a cluster of students huddled together. Flint recognized the group from orientation and made his way through the throng to reach them.

D: Hey, there you are!

R: We were searching for you!

F: Funny, because I distinctly remember you two abandoning me. Traitors!

Laughter erupted, followed by their apologies.

R: Looks like you’ve made a new friend!

F: Indeed! This is Seth. Seth, meet the crew: Rhiannon, Daphne, Leona, Mack, and Xen.

S: Great to meet everyone! So, we’re all freshmen here?

D: Seems that way smirks.

F: So, did you all discover anything interesting today?

D: Not much. I hit the library and found some fascinating books about the magic realm, even for seers like me.

R: I chatted with a few teachers. I think I might dive into alchemy and poisons. A werewolf with sorcery skills? Call me a hybrid!

The group burst into laughter, and then Leona chimed in.

L: That sounds awesome! But I’m keen on joining some clubs. What do you think, Mack?

M: I suppose I could consider it.

X: While you all are busy with your clubs and learning, I’ll be focused on serious stuff. I want to become the ultimate duelist!

Mack crossed his arms and rolled his eyes, while the girls giggled. Just then, another bell rang, followed by someone clearing their throat.

H: Welcome to all freshmen and returning students. I trust that you find this initial orientation engaging as you embark on your semester here. For those of you who are returning, you are already familiar with the expectations, and I eagerly anticipate witnessing your achievements this year. However, I sincerely hope we do not encounter a recurrence of last year's incidents. The faculty and I will be monitoring the situation closely. Freshmen, you have been provided with a guide and a map detailing all Filmorgue facilities within the mortal realm. Additionally, your accommodation details and the courses you will be enrolled in this quarter are included.

Tomorrow is designated as a free day, so I encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to finalize your course selections before classes commence. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact any headmaster. I wish you all the best for a successful year filled with exploration and learning.

A hush fell over the room, signaling that Mr. Hellstring had finished his speech, and soon a booklet materialized in everyone's hands. The audience began to murmur among themselves as some started to drift away. Flint glanced at the magical tome and realized that she was primarily enrolled in basic beginner courses. More like "So you wanna know magic 101" aspect not quite hands on. I guess being mortal you have to start the lowest of the low.

F: Not even one potion making course, lame

D: I think it's common for folks that can't...wield magic plus it's only the first quarter.

R: You have plenty of time to learn the more "difficult" stuff

F: Yeah yeah *rolls eye*

X: Alright I'm ready to check out this housing before all the good rooms are taken

Before he could take one step towards the door, two jerk powered through the crowd and bump into him causing him to fall on the ground

R: Hey watch where your going idiots!

?: Pfft, you're fault. Shouldn't have been in our way

Leona growled under her breath but Mack hold her back.

L: You losers could have also walked around us. There was plenty of room

?: Where's the fun in that?

They smirked before going on their way out the exit. Mack bend down to offered Xen his hand for help

M: You know when I said you'll get your comeuppance. This isn't what I had in mind

F: Are you okay Xen?

X: Pfft, of course I am. Jerks just caught me off guard

L: Well no school is completed without bullies. Ugh so high school

D: Everything was going so well

R: Let's not worried about those idiots, we should all start getting settle in while we still can

The group made their way towards the exit.

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Chapter 7 "Comeuppance"

Rhiannon (@sadraccoon061), Leona & Mack The Starnes (@invisiblequeen), and Xen (@xstardustbatsx)

previous/next

[h2llish]

looks at you like this

do you want. holds out a grape for you

[officialdaydreamer00]

introducing...

🪽 ~ GENERAL INFO

Full name: Yullianne Bishop

Age: ???

Species: Angel

Gender: Yes

Pronouns: Mainly She/Her

Universe: Hazbin Hotel (Possibly)

🪽 ~ APPEARANCE

Yulliane has long wavy light blue hair that fades to a darker shade of blue and is tied into a low ponytail, and golden eyes.

She usually wears a dark blue dress, a high collared white shirt with semitransparent long sleeves and a blue gem brooch on her collar, a white and grey cloak, and black mary janes.

She has two pairs of large bluish white wings and a light blue halo.

🪽 ~ PERSONALITY

Yullianne is often described by others as curious and emphatic, and has a thirst for adventure.

She is fascinated with humanity, often seen soaring through the sky of the human realm for her research of humans.

🪽 ~ MISCELLANEOUS INFO

Yullianne is based on the cherubim in the Bible :)

Yullianne is mute. She has an X over her neck (which was barely hidden by her shirt collar) to indicate her nonexistent vocal cords :D

Yullianne knows sign languages, but she prefers communicating via a chat box that only she can summon :)

Yullianne is a starry healer, a healer who casts spells with the energy they gather from the stars. Sometimes, they'd use stardust as a mean to boost their mana during starless days. Yullianne has vials of stardust stocked in her bag for those occasions.

Yullianne has seen quite a number of horrors throughout humanity's history. She is rather curious to learn why humans are the way they are.

(Yullianne's concept art)

tags🏷️ @cloudcountry @identity-theft-101 @aqua-beam @siren-serenity @xen-blank @moonlit-midnight @ferris-the-wheel @cookiesandbiscuits @dove-da-birb @krenenbaker @axvwriter @escha-evenstar @leichor @loser-jpg @taruruchi @jaylleoo14 @shinysparklesapphires @vioisgoinginsane @mermaidfanficlibrary @thehollowwriter @cyanide-latte @edith-is-a-cat

[ask-the-elden-lords]

*the following is a text chain in a group chat*

Hello, everyone! Y'all better hustle with that cure, as I am on my deathbed rn. Doctors say I got 24 hours before I keel over and my soul is ferried off to the Ascendant Plane.

As a quick aside, if/when I get sucked back into my body and wake up about a week or two later I'm gonna have temporary amnesia, so there's that. But at least I won't have poison for blood.

Love y'all! <3

@xen-or-xavier-wylde @doll-the-zombie-drone @n-sanity @tdm-xi @emily-r-and-eva @theblackcubeofdarkness @user-darkxwolf17

[cloudcountry]

guys cancel dove vivi xen and edie they were talking shit about me in the group chat (joke)