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Opening commissions Let me draw your OC, your Tav, your fave character 🤲🏾

Contact: mudavaye(at)gmail.com

#Signal boost #Art commissions

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#Love this #Awesome art #hara

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the problem with having a decade old tumblr blog is that there are posts on it from a decade ago

#YEP!

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#Life Resources #Interviews #Autism Resources

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I’m so pressed about how evil this company is that I’m reposting Alex’s gofundme over here. They’re trying to bury Alex under so many legal fees that they have no choice but to give up their ip… and they’re only one of many many people (and pets!) that have been harmed by this company.

#Signal boost #Alex Norris

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LINK ROT / TRANSMISSION 001 / APRIL 3rd, 2024

Link Rot is a multimedia webserial following those within a research station. Once dedicated to the study and containment of a newly discovered life form, complications arise following its unexpected merge with the station's AI. TRANSMISSION 001 - In which you survive the unthinkable, and the world is worse for it.

General warnings can be found in the 'About' section. Any videos will have flashing warnings if applicable.

additional rambling under the cut

wow!!! it's been (checks archive) almost exactly a year since i originally conceptualized Link Rot, and since then it's grown into a beast of a story i cannot wait to tackle.

currently i'm aiming for updates once every month/month and a half (with occasional vacations to work on bite-sized projects). i'd like to do more, but i have a job and don't want to burn myself out. for now, i will take things slow B) maybe this will change in the future!

i hope you all enjoy reading my story as much as i enjoy creating it. there's a couple of hidden things on the website, so if you find anything fun let me know

and lastly,

take this

#Link Rot #Interactive fiction #Eye contact cw #Gif warning

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my new game drops in 1 month

Floralgraphic Memory is a tiny fantasy pastel drama kinetic visual novel that tells a story of a teenager named Rose who whisked himself away to another world after decided to skip school today.

Wishlistable now on Steam

#Looking forward to this! #Floralgraphic Memory #Video Games #ChaseFOX

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daddy's got to be honest kitten. i don't think we're finding the northwest passage

#HA! #If you know you know #Funny #Stan Rogers

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the idea that any enjoyment of children's media as an adult is somehow inappropriate, pathetic, or self-infantalizing is something i hate more and more every time i see it.

really what this belief suggests to me is that there are tons of people who think children's media either can't or shouldn't have any genuine artistic merit. and it's rude and cruel to the people who dedicate their life to making things to kids to act like nothing they make can have any real value since it's just for children. and it's rude and cruel to children themselves to act like nothing that's made for them should have any real value as, if the creative works you're exposed to as a child are just placeholders.

i think art made for kids can be good! i think art for kids should be good! i think you need to take a very different approach when creating/engaging with art made for children, but i don't think this somehow prevents it from being meaningful or worthwhile! and if you do think that i genuinely am not sure how you can justify that belief without also believing kids are too stupid for real art or not deserving of it.

#Well said

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It's finally here!

The English edition of my latest t4t short manga Sashimi Forest is now available in ebook stores!

Continue reading on Google Play Books, Apple Books, or Amazon Kindle!

#!!! #I need to get this! #Sashimi Forest #Nekobungi Sumire #Comics

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FFVII Rebirth Thoughts (Spoilers)

I want to preface this by saying that I love the game so damn much, I can't believe that something like it even exists, I'm glad that it does, and I'm extremely excited to see where the final installment is going to go.

However,

I am not a fan of the continued plot thread of "Sephiroth is the son of Jenova, and that means he was born irredeemably evil, even though he literally could not dictate the circumstances of his conception".

The whole, "they were born bad" trope always rubbed me the wrong way for multiple reasons, specifically on a personal level, it honestly feels a bit ableist. And Aerith not giving Sephiroth the same compassion as she does to others and insisting he cannot be reasoned with, despite the numerous parallels in their upbringings, is irksome. However, I also recognize that it's partially because she knows what he's planning and she may have been trying to reach him through Cloud during her speech after the trials, and it didn't work.

It just frustrates me to see a game about the numerous possibilities and choices available to us, and always have the same singular character, who has suffered from abuses and could not alter his fate, always be irredeemably evil. It's just boring.

And then you add in the factor of the Cetra most likely being xenophobic to everything they consider to be outsiders, to the point that they were unwelcoming to Aerith in the Temple of the Ancients because she's only half-Cetra, and it adds another layer of implications that I feel very uncomfortable with.

This in no way justifies what Sephiroth has done, and is still planning to do, in any sense, I'm just very tired and frustrated with a specific story trope.

#Final Fantasy VII Rebirth #Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Spoilers #Story Tropes #Sephiroth #Ableism mention for ts #Xenophobia mention for ts #Vent

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Mask recommendations for ordering online (NA)

Note: for consistency, practicality, and simplicity all prices are listed in USD.

masknerd has a comprehensive data set on hundreds of masks he's tested according to his own criteria and methodology (pinned tweet). find his recommendations on his youtube channel. many of the following are on his list as well!

DISPOSABLE MASKS

3M Aura and Vflex: one of the most commonly recommended brands of N95. Where to buy?

- US: see here - Canada: see here - Multiple sizes per model. These suppliers are good for bulk ordering. If you aren't sure if something will fit you, check out the sample kits in the next recommendation - Price point: varies from $1-1.3 USD per mask depending on supplier

Breatheteq (US):

- KN95s that come in small, medium, large, or XS (kids) - Offers sample kits so you can test out what your size is - Comes in a few different colours. shoutout to the lavender - Earloop only - Price point: $69.75 USD for a 50-pack (~1.4 USD per mask)

Canadastrong (Canada):

- The Canadian equivalent to Breatheteq, but also carries N95s of other brands such as 3M Aura and Vflex, Vitacore, and Drager X-plore

Vitacore (Canada and US):

- N95 certified, but actually has 99% filtration - Both earloop and head strap versions (warning that the head strap seems to fit considerably smaller) - Regular and small adult sizes offered, also a kid's size - Price point: $33.99 for a 30-pack (~1.1 USD per mask)

Wellbefore (US, ships to Canada):

- N95s, KN95s, and KF94s - Head straps, normal earloops, or adjustable earloops depending on model - Kids/petite size available for certain KN95 models - Wide range of colours (excluding N95s) - Price point: varies per model, from $0.79 USD to $2.09 USD per mask - Also sells Covid tests, over the counter medication, and medical supplies

Masklab (US):

- This is an indulgent option for if you want to go out and look good, while still staying safe. These are masks that are part of your outfit - FFP2 certified, equivalent to KF94s - Standard size and slim fit series - Many beautiful patterns - Price point: $24.44 USD for a 5-pack ($4.88 per mask) for the patterned KF ones, ~$3.4 USD for the plain KF ones, ~$3.3 USD for the slim fit series, including patterns.

ELASTOMERIC MASKS

Flomask (US, ships to Canada):

- Reusable elastomeric mask (with replaceable filters) that meets KN95 standards - Two adult sizes (low/medium nose ridge and medium/high nose ridge) and a kid's size - Adjustable straps - Price point: $122 USD. 50-pack replacement filters: $81.46 (filters to be changed after 20-40 hours of use, depending on filter type)

A humble P100 elastomeric respirator from your local Home Depot or similar store! Magnitudes cheaper than the Flo mask (both the respirator itself and the filters)--however, I can't offer estimates for how often filters should be replaced. May not look pretty, but the most economical option for the highest degree of filtration if you aren't self-conscious.

General advice:

N95 or higher are the most reliable. They normally come with head straps, which offer better protection by making a tighter seal around your face.

But fit and comfort are the most important! Find a mask that fits your face and leaves the least amount of gap possible. KN95s are often more comfortable and breathable--find what's right for you.

You can wear different masks for different situations depending on risk level!

If you're hesitant to buy online, here's advice on how to tell if your respirator is legitimate.

A SIP drinking valve can be installed on any disposable mask to allow you to drink in public with less risk.

If anyone has other recommendations, please feel free to add!

#Signal boost #Face Masks #Important Info #Health and Safety #Long Post

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So I don't like having to do this, but my partner has missed a lot of work recently and we're going to be at best completely broke after rent this month until we both get paid on the 9th.

I don't have a hard number at the moment but any bit you can spare helps. paypal link here

#Signal boost

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My partner (@plaest2k) and I are selling our comics in a bundle to raise funds to cover the cost of surgery our beloved cat went under to remove a tumor.

Your help is greatly appreciated, and we hope you enjoy our comics!!

PP'S TUMOR REMOVAL COMICS BUNDLE

#Signal boost #Great comics for a good cause #Hana Chatani #Sloane Hong #Pet Care #Nudity cw #Gore cw

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#Oooh #Awesome art #Stars #Kelly Bastow

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Hello guys !

My my online shop is now open til the 16th february !

⭐️Laweyd.bigcartel.com⭐️

#Comics #Vivian Nguyen #LaweyD

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hello!

im usually reluctant to play the sympathy card but i've been unemployed for over half a year now and also ran out of gov support. my shop and comic pdfs, along with a freelance project are the only things keeping afloat for now. my store is open 'til feb 15 and i'll be making some new merch in the meantime.

if you'd like to support me please check out my stuff or spread the word!! it'd really help me out.

🐱Shop

🐣Comics

🐶kofi

#Signal boost #Jona Li #Comics