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silverskye13 · 8 months

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How about 18: Favourite line you've written in a fic?? :D

Not a line, but I'll send you my favorite bit of description/worldbuilding ever, that contains within it my favorite line :3

"While elementals killed in battle returned to the Pulse, it took precious time to return. Long years had passed since they could throw bodies at a war indiscriminately, without concern for loss of life. Now whole villages lay deserted, farmsteads went untended, and generational homes decayed under the weight of their own emptiness. While Arkenvale bustled with life, a pulsing heart at the center of the kingdom, it hemorrhaged souls from hundreds of broken limbs. Underpopulation threatened to cut off supply chains just as surely as any army could, and the monsters would surely be overrun by the tide of humanity should the elemental kingdom be forced into dormancy by its own lust for valor. The war cry 'may you remember your glory in the next life' was a brutal double-edged sword, and it refused to stop swinging."

I adored?? How this bit turned out?? And the line at the end was such a good wrap-up of where the state of the world at war was in the current events of the story. And it also set up a lot for the recklessness of one of the characters, how he was going to just throw himself ceaselessly at peril, because "I'll just come back eventually. It's not that big of a deal." Until later he would come to fear death not because of his own mortality, but because the people he loves might not be there when he comes back.

Well, he would've anyway, if I'd kept writing the damn thing XD

#fan fic writer asks #anonymous #the crimson serpent #someday i need to take that fic off ao3 and overhaul it into its own story #it had the worldbuilding for it XD

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adventure-alex · 9 months

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Chapter 1: The Unremarkable Beginnings

In the mystical world of Jianghu, where martial prowess and cultivation techniques decided one’s fate, there existed a young man named Liang Chen. Amongst the disciples of the esteemed Heavenly Cloud Sect, Liang Chen was unremarkable, struggling to master even the most basic techniques. While his peers soared like dragons, he floundered like a fish in shallow waters. Liang Chen’s lack of talent…

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takenbtwind · 3 months

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Been binging Tom Hiddleston media and I have an important chart for you all

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perioddramapolls · 3 months

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Period dramas dresses tournament: Black dresses

Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Semifinals Finals

Winner: Li Haolan's dress, from Legend of Haolan

Costume designer: Xiaotao Song

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lazy-cat-corner · 9 months

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#tom hiddleston #barbie #barbie movie #the barbie movie #Oppenheimer #barbenheimer #loki #cranford #the essex serpent #tinkerbell and the pirate fairy #crimson peak #only lovers left alive #midnight in paris #muppets most wanted #Coriolanus #kong skull island #high rise #the night manager

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raurquiz · 2 months

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#Happybirthday @twhiddleston #TomHiddleston #actor #Loki #thor #avengers #thedarkworld #thorragnarok #infinitywar #avengersendgame #whatif #thenightmanager #kongskullisland #midnightinparis #thedeepbluesea #coriolanus #TheHollowCrown #CrimsonPeak #TheEssexSerpent #TheSimpsons

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five-miles-over · 2 years

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Tom Hiddleston Characters as Desserts

(Disclaimer: I do not own any of these characters or images. This is just a fun listicle, not designed to offend anyone. As always, please feel free to leave comments and/or constructive criticism below. Thank you, and without any further ado, please enjoy!)

Characters in this list: Will Ransome, King Henry V, Loki of Asgard and Jotunheim, Bill Hazeldine, Coriolanus, Jonathan Pine, Robert Laing, Magnus Martinsson, Oakley, Thomas Sharpe, and Jaguar Villain! Tom Hiddleston.

Will Ransome from The Essex Serpent - Raspberry Jam and Coconut Cakes

I chose this dessert for Will because it's mentioned in the original novel The Essex Serpent (which the series is based on). Plus, the titular serpent is considered a very exotic, almost mythical creature to Will, much like how coconuts were considered a very exotic fruit in Victorian England.

And in addition to that, the delicate nature of these little cakes is stronger than Will's loyalty (seriously, his wife Stella deserved better).

King Henry V from The Hollow Crown - Macarons

Macarons are delectable, expensive, and definitely fit for royalty. Plus, they tend to be subtle in flavor just like Henry's subtle charm, which he makes good use of when needed.

(What would Hal's favorite macaron flavor be? Something tells me French vanilla or raspberry.)

Loki of Asgard and Jotunheim, from the Marvel Cinematic Universe - Green Tea Cheesecake

How can Loki's dessert not have green - his signature color - in it? This is also a very decadent dessert and therefore fitting for a prince (and a rightful king). Plus, consuming green tea is linked to higher energy levels, just like how Loki excites fans all over the world.

(Also a good match for Loki? The Swedish princess cake, known as prinsesstårta. It was named as such because princesses were believed to have been fond of the cake. It's layered with custard and jam, and covered in green marzipan. Plus, Sweden is part of Scandanavia, which practiced Norse mythology once upon a time. And as almost everyone knows, Loki is the Norse god of mischief.)

Bill Hazeldine from Suburban Shootout - Battenberg Cake

For those who haven't heard of it before, a Battenberg cake is made from pink and yellow sponge cakes, linked together with jam and coated in marzipan, which is made from almonds and sugar. It was invented to mark the wedding of Princess Victoria (Queen Victoria's granddaughter) to Louis of Battenberg, hence the name.

The pink and yellow colors reminded me of Bill's sunny, rose-tinted outlook towards life. Plus, the square shape is pretty similar to Bill's square nature as someone who is pretty straightforward and reluctant to break rules.

Coriolanus from the play of the same name - Panna Cotta with Raspberry Sauce

Honestly, one of the reasons I chose this dessert for Coriolanus is because the raspberry sauce is reminiscent of Coriolanus's bloodthirsty nature as a general of the Roman army. And much like how panna cotta has a somewhat rigid shape that cannot be easily changed, Coriolanus has a tough time changing his own nature when he enters into politics (he doesn't get along with the ordinary citizens) and it's one of the reasons he doesn't do well in his elections.

Jonathan Pine from The Night Manager - Sticky Toffee Pudding

For a man who declares himself to be English "to the core", a sticky toffee pudding seems appropriate. Not to mention, Jonathan's decision to get involved in the operation to take down a great, international arms dealer puts him in numerous sticky situations that he needs to get out of, using his wits and strength.

Robert Laing from High Rise - Tiramisu

Tiramisu - lady finger cookies soaked in espresso, layered with ricotta cheese, and dusted with some cocoa powder. Dr. Laing deserves a dessert that caters to his mature tastes. Before the events of the movie, Laing is portrayed as someone who has their life together, down to each detail. Everything is perfectly in its place, just like the layers of tiramisu. Of course, that all changes over the course of the film, just like how none of the layers remain in place while eating a piece of tiramisu.

(And speaking of lady fingers, that sunbathing scene totally made some ladies want to put their fingers…never mind, sorry. Let's move on.)

Magnus Martinsson from Wallander - Lavender Lemon Cupcakes

Honestly, this is mainly because for some reason, I associate Magnus with the cottagecore aesthetic. Maybe it's because Wallander is set in a small town in Ystad, Sweden, or maybe it's because of Magnus's curls and boyish, innocent looks. But Magnus is anything but innocent sometimes, having sarcastic remarks ready at the drop of a hat. Hence, the hint of sourness with the lemon.

Oakley from Unrelated - Cannoli

There's a couple of reasons why I chose cannolis for Oakley. Number one, the film Unrelated is set in Tuscany, Italy, and cannolis are Italian. Number two, Oakley as a character keeps a playful, hedonistic, almost arrogant exterior when on the inside, he's sentimental and has deep-seated issues with his father. It's quite like how cannolis are hard on the outside and creamy, with chocolate chips or nuts, on the inside.

(Number three, based on how Oakley talks about sex and how he mentioned having a "hard-on", it's probably true that Oakley has learned to play with his own "cannoli". Sorry, that sounded crass.)

Thomas Sharpe from Crimson Peak - Victoria Sponge Cake

Soft, beautiful, and elegantly decorated - those adjectives describe a perfect Victoria sponge cake, as well as our first impression of Baron Thomas Sharpe. Plus, strawberries are red, just like the clay surrounding the Sharpe mansion (hence the name Crimson Peak). Though if I could, I'd customize this cake to have a hot chocolate bomb or something in the center. Because while Thomas has an exterior that is immaculate and romantic (it's almost too perfect to be true), he is one dark mess on the inside.

Jaguar!Tom Hiddleston - Dark Chocolate Brownie Sundae

Like Hiddleston's character in the Jaguar commercials, a dark chocolate brownie is well, dark, delicious, and probably rich. And the ice cream on top perfectly matches the seemingly cold demeanor of this villain. Like ice cream, some villains' cold exteriors melt under the right conditions.

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nkay928 · 10 months

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A video I made of Tom Hiddleston kissing scenes!! Enjoy and thanks for watching!!

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ozzyonedge · 2 months

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Happy 43rd Birthday Tom Hiddleston!

Thomas William Hiddleston, February 9th 1981

#tom hiddleston #loki #thomas sharpe #jonathan pine #will ransome #james conrad #crimson peak #the night manager #the essex serpent #kong skull island

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silverskye13 · 1 year

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Hey... not sure I would immerse myself in the Tumblr realms long enough to shop for avatars or snipe bots or anythink, but I am really impressed by your imaginative prose. Reading through Crimson Serpent, the world building is vivid and the characters and situations identifiable. I find myself actually wanting to help edit.

Oh heck I haven't worked on TCS in ages! This made me reread it. I really think it's some of my best written work. I was trying really hard to expand on descriptions and worldbuilding. It's a very nice little petri dish to revisit :3

Thank you for the kind words!

#answering asks #anonymous #the crimson serpent #tcs #would you believe the reason the next chapter isnt written is because i couldnt decide what to name the fallen human?

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adventure-alex · 9 months

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Alternate Story! Chapter 1: Veil of SecretsAlternate Story!

In the ancient land of Azurea, where the sun kissed the emerald fields and the rivers whispered tales of old, a tapestry of drama and martial prowess unfurled. Within the esteemed Martial Arts Academy of Azure Peak, young disciples embarked on a journey of self-discovery, their lives intertwined amidst a backdrop of love, honor, and profound conflict. At the heart of this tale stood Shen Wei, a…

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es46 · 2 months

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Muse-Headcanon: Wind Serpent Ibushi proliferates the appearance of Crimson Glow Valstrax

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This was a muse I shared on another platform a while back, and l wanted to revisit and refine it.

As stated, I believe it is Ibushi’s influence that provokes the mutation suffered by Valstrax that creates the Crimson Glow variant. We’re told that this variant is overcharged and scarred with dragon energy, leaving it madly aggressive to the point CG Valstrax attacks anything that moves. Notably, there is no sign of a base Valstrax in the locales.

This is interesting because it reflects the lore of the Apex monsters. They too bear crimson scars and are altered to physical extremes and aggression. No dragon energy, but nonetheless powerful, and linked to Ibushi’s influence. This is what I consider the meaningful facet of this theory.

We know that before CG Valstrax is introduced, Ibushi has been plaguing the environment. Unlike an elder like Amatsu, Ibushi cannot directly manipulate natural forces; he creates his storms by discharging dragon energy that dramatically affects the air around him. These dragon-winds are what was said to scar the Apexes, and so it is feasible that it had a similar effect on Valstrax.

We know a Valstrax has to intake large quantities of air to fuel its unique method of flight. But around Kamura and the Kingdom, the presence of Ibushi has perforated the environment with dragon-winds. Any Valstrax passing the region ends up inhaling the volatile element, directly taking in excess dragon energy. This sudden influx could provoke the mutation that twists a Valstrax into its CG form, and explains why we never see a base form since Ibushi has been active.

Perhaps unlikely, but I do think it makes a good explanation on the nuances behind potential interaction of these creatures.

#monster hunter rise sunbreak #monster hunter #monster hunter rise #valstrax #crimson glow Valstrax #wind serpent ibushi #elder dragon #muse #headcanon #mh sunbreak #mh rise

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gijoe-forever · 7 months

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