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bruceandmary · 2 months
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Walk without rhythm It won't attract the worm Walk without rhythm And it won't attract the worm Walk without rhythm And it won't attract the worm If you walk without rhythm Ah, you never learn, yeah
In honor of Dune Part II releasing today, I give you the best moment of hilarity in hindsight in the history of the world.
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ganondoodle · 5 months
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so im not sure if anyones interested, but, i went through quite a bunch of totk critiques by people who were also very disappointed with it and thought id share my favorite videos i found (granted, i only really wachted those that youtube recommened and its mostly .. white men... things like the orientalism problem are not mentioned at all for example, maybe ill update this post if i find any more diverse voices)
i dont agree with every single point and also dont know most of the channels (aside from the big zelda theory guys) so i judged solely by what they mentioned in those videos and the quality of it (like the audio .. bc i cant listen to bad audio)
in no particular order, also they talk about or use footage of the literal ending stuff so if you arent done with the game yet, better leave these for now
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(the following one is a podcast thing by multiple zelda theory guys, there some stuff you can skip at the start thats just kidna random things, but the video is marked with chapters)
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(theres some mention of some things not making sense, like the sonau only being two, and ithink thats kinda bc the english translation was weirdly vague about that, in the german version its much more directly said that they all died out and only rauru and mineru were left of them;
also mentions of how unfitting it is to call the enigma stones "secret"stones in english might come from a similar thing; in german they where called "Mysterienstein" which would be translated as mystic/mysterious/enigma- stone
just wanted to mention that since the vast majority are gonna play it in english only and the stuff online is also dominated by english)
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mellifera38 · 4 days
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I understand why Watcher wants to try and pull a Dropout TV, I do, advertisers suck etc, but if you want $6 a month from me to watch a glorified youtube channel, I'm gonna need Ryan and Shane to start a weekly DnD game like that's the only thing that could convince me to get yet another fucking subscription service in my rotation lol.
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shey-pancake · 6 months
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HAPPY (late) HALLOWEEN !! 🎃
been having rough and busy days (as I said before) so that's why i am posting halloween art THIS late, but here it is!! with my bbgygirls with their costumes <3
ALSO I UPLOADED A SPEEDPAINT ON YOUTUBE !
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englishotomegames · 25 days
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Royal Order
Release date (Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Steam) English: March 29th, 2024
"The Sval, pirates of the utmost north, are wreaking havoc all over the continent of Igrith.
Vowing to bring an end to their endless plundering, three kingdoms send forth their royal heirs to the High Council, a powerful and influential faction of magicians, to plead for their help during this time of crisis.
The High Council oblige, creating the Royal Order, and the heirs remain; however, political tensions are high as old grudges resurface between the three kingdoms. And, as the pirates continue to have their way, they are determinedly bound to reach their breaking point.
Play as Aarya, the newest member of the High Council, and help manage the Royal Order.
Can you put an end to the Sval’s pillaging while keeping the kingdoms at peace? Or will you bring nothing but war upon them?
This game is an indirect sequel to 'Royal Alchemist'. The story takes place in the same world, but follows a different cast. Both games can be played separately from each other."
This is a commercial game by Nifty Visuals! You can buy it or download the demo from Steam here, or from itch.io here.
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lokitvsource · 2 months
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Loki Wins the People's Sci-Fi/Fantasy Show | People's Choice Awards 2024...
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theayesphere · 4 months
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Missed our last session of Baldur's Gate 3? Catch up on our YouTube channel!
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twilight-deviant · 4 days
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Watcher fans sure are entitled and a little insane, ngl. "No one is going to sign up for your service! We're all poor! You've made the worst decision, and you'll be back in no time!" Saying this directly to the creators really reminds you of how low the respect for people you don't personally know has gone. I miss the forth wall between creator and audience.
I get and fully understand not having the money to support them, but... Watcher does have fans with money. A lot of them actually. They have merch sales. Their live tour sells out most venues. They have thousands of supporters on Patreon, where the cheapest tier is $5. They're able to gauge the rough finances of their staunchest supporters; that's how they landed on the subscription price. Yes, this move will reduce their viewership in sheer numbers, but to say all of their fans are broke and none will follow/support is factually incorrect.
It may not be a decision everyone agrees with, but severing the limitations of advertisers and youtube in favor of artistic freedom is a good thing. Yes, even if it comes with a loss of revenue. They understand that risk.
Also, I'm begging people to stop treating this like "another Netflix" or something and instead look at it as, "I am supporting a creator I like, similar to Patreon." They literally said in the video that they don't care if you share accounts. Get five friends, and you'll pay $1/mo.
I hate feeling compelled to rant in favor of their decision because I have my own reservations about whether it's the best move. However, I know it's not a choice they made lightly, and I like to think they understand that they'll need to branch out like crazy to entice subscribers.
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procrastiel · 20 days
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26:36 mins: “I can only act what I am. Oscar Wilde said: ‘Give a man a mask and he’ll show you his true face.’ And I’ve always thought that’s very true, that, you know, by playing characters, so to speak, I, really, I reveal myself. I can put so much more of myself into something if it’s ‘a character’ than when it’s me, you know.”
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mysharona1987 · 1 year
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Two women were denied medical care due to Florida's abortion ban
This is a very disturbing watch and their stories are horrific, but I would urge people to watch it.
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laxmiree · 2 months
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[CN] MLQC Lucien’s On Fire MQ translation + video with sub EN (Part 3/3)
⚠️ SPOILER ALERT!! ⚠️
This post contains a detailed spoiler for an MQ that has not been released in EN yet! Feel free to notify me if there are any mistakes in the translation~
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On Fire MQ | Part 1 (1-2) | Part 2 (3-4) | Part 3 (5-6) | Moisturize ASMR
[Warning]: The content of this MQ is currently the most explicit compared to other dates and may not be suitable for individuals under the age of 17 (CN server). It is recommended that those who do not meet this age requirement refrain from proceeding beyond this point.
Part 3 & 4-> [Here]
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[Subbed Video, TURN ON CC!]
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—[Part 5]— Video Timestamp [31:11]
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The kitchen is filled with all sorts of ingredients.
After studying a few recipes, Lucien starts by cleaning the vegetables one by one, arranging them neatly based on size and color.
I put the excess ingredients into the refrigerator and see him preparing to chop vegetables on the cutting board. His movements are meticulous yet unfamiliar.
MC: Do you want some help?
Lucien arches an eyebrow ever so slightly, then frees up one hand to pull me behind him, his voice gentle.
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Lucien: Yes, then come closer and help me, okay?
I wrap my arms around Lucien from behind, adjusting his hand to control the force and posture of chopping vegetables.
MC: [smiles softly]...Are you sure about this?
Lucien: Mm, I'm not particularly skilled at this. This position makes it easy for you to correct me at any time.
I wrap my arm around him with some struggle. I can feel his heat seeping through our clothes, causing a slight warmth in my ears.
Unwittingly, I remember the first time I spent New Year's Eve with Lucien. He also once stood behind me and wrapped his arm around me under the pretext of learning to make dumplings.
MC: ...Then, I'll make an effort to not get distracted.
MC: It's better to cut in from this angle...
Two people working together noticeably accelerate the process. After the pot is ready, Lucien and I stand on either side of it, seasoning it together.
Seasonal vegetables lose their raw appearance in the sizzling hot oil, transforming into delectable dishes on the dining table.
MC: The colors are right, and the cuts are similar. At least in terms of appearance, we've perfectly replicated these dishes.
MC: I just wonder how they taste. These dishes look so good, they couldn't possibly be bad, right?
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Lucien: They're definitely going to be delicious. After all, we made them together.
Lucien: However, in the coming year, I will try my best to break away from this lady’s help and lead this process independently.
MC: Hehe, it's okay if you don't break away.
MC: I'm happy to accompany you and enjoy this process together. Plus, occasionally being Professor Lucien's "guide", I couldn't ask for more.
Lucien glances at me with a smile on his face, then bends down to kiss me lightly on the eyes.
Lucien: [chuckle then KISS!!!!] Since I have your permission, I won't insist on proving myself anymore.
Lucien: In the days ahead, accompany me to tackle more complex menus.
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At the dining table, Lucien picks up his chopsticks, slowly bringing each dish to his mouth. He chews carefully, seeming to savor the unique taste of each dish
Though it's just an ordinary lunch, he eats with exceptional seriousness.
Lucien: The change in cutting technique has a much greater impact on the crispness of the vegetables than I anticipated.
MC: It's subtle, isn't it? Even though the cooking method remains the same, just changing the cutting technique makes the texture much crispier!
Lucien: Hmm, it's also interesting to stew meat with fruits.
MC: Hehe, that's because fruit acids not only tenderize the muscle tissue but also blend in smoothly with the flavor.
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Lucien: [chuckles] So, although all these dishes are delicious, I particularly enjoy the stew you've added your ingenuity to.
It's rare to see him provide detailed commentary on dishes beyond just "delicious", and I can't help but raise my chin in pride.
MC: I've actually made some observations before when cooking. Just a slight change in the dish can make a huge difference in taste!
MC: It's kind of like the difference between the front leg meat and the hind leg meat, very distinct!
Lucien's gaze, which was originally focused on tasting the dishes, shifts towards me. Under the lamplight, his eyes soften, as gentle as water flowing into a stream.
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Lucien: This classmate's metaphors are always so imaginative.
Lucien: It seems like every inch of the world you perceive is so vibrant and intriguing—
Lucien: Just like these rich dishes, they can evoke a range of emotions and also spark inspiration.
I prop my chin up, looking at him with interest.
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MC: If that's the case, then I also want to be the “fruit” in the stew, making Professor Lucien even "sweeter"~
MC: Every happy and interesting experience in my perception, I want you to experience them together with me~
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Lucien's eyes soften, and he taps his knuckles gently on the table.
Lucien: [whispers] In that case, can we do something fun together right now?
My eyes light up, and I stand up, walking over to his side. I cup his face in my hands, smiling as we lock eyes.
MC: Of course, then... what do you want to do?
Before I finish speaking, Lucien's hand gently lowers my head, and he plants a light kiss on my lips.
Although it's just a gentle touch, and although the atmosphere isn't ambiguous, I feel my heart beating wildly due to the unexpected intimacy.
I look at him with a flushed face, seeing overflowing tenderness in his eyes, and a magnified reflection of myself.
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Lucien: I want to thank this lady who “shares the world” with me.
Then, he leans down, slowly closing the distance between us—
Until our hearts and minds feel the same frequency, melding together into the gentle twilight.
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As the last rays of twilight fall, Lucien invites me to experience the festival in this small town.
Lanterns adorned with festive decorations hang on the streetlights, and the air is filled with the scent of firecrackers.
As New Year's Eve approaches, there are already many stalls in the small night market, with couplets, paper-cut decorations, and various potted plants joyfully arranged together.
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MC: These paper-cut decorations are quite ordinary, yet they're selling for two digits. They're not as pretty as the ones you've made, but I just bought something really nice!
I take out a box of pink, peach-shaped pastries and hand one to Lucien.
MC: "Longevity Peach Buns"~ Would you like to try one?
Lucien takes a bite, his brows furrowing momentarily as he examines the bun in his hand with a hint of skepticism.
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Lucien: [smiles helplessly] I wouldn't recommend it.
Even Lucien, who isn't usually picky about food, expressed dissatisfaction with the bun, which piqued my interest.
I take a bite, and the dry bun with a hint of artificial flavoring fails to satisfy even basic taste expectations.
MC: Uh...!
MC: [unamused] Although it's not tasty, it does look festive... Let's just display it at home when we get back.
Lucien smiles and shakes his head, then picks up a set of spring festival couplets from a nearby stall.
Lucien: The wording on these couplets seems rather ordinary.
Lucien: I'm thinking, why don't we buy some raw materials and try writing our own couplets at home?
MC: Sounds good! Then when the God of Wealth arrives, he'll see that the couplets we've put up are heartfelt and sincere.
MC: If he's in a good mood, who knows, maybe we'll strike it rich~
From the "福" (fortune/blessings) character for the front door to the refrigerator and even the shoe cabinet, to the money tree for the entrance and the glowing little dragon...
As we chat and laugh, the bags we're carrying are already overloaded.
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We load the bags into the car and return to our seats. Just as I start to fasten my seatbelt, Lucien pushes open the car door again.
Lucien: I suddenly remembered there's something else I need to buy.
MC: Then I'll go with you.
Lucien: No need, it's right nearby. I'll be back soon.
Before I could react, Lucien had already closed the car door and disappeared into the bustling crowd once again.
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(T/N: if you haven't watched the video, please watch it from this timestamp! The BGM choice + voice acting really help set the mood~)
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MC: What did Lucien go to buy...?
Snacks, or decorations? Before my thoughts can stray any further, Lucien's figure returns to the car with bags in hand.
MC: You're back!
The car door is pulled open, and along with Lucien’s scent, the chilly wind brings in a subtle smell... of gunpowder?
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Lucien: [chuckles] I bought some fireworks...
MC: Oh~
Lucien: And firecrackers.
MC: [surprised] Eh?
I widen my eyes and look into the bag. Besides a few fireworks, there are…
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MC: O- one-thousand-firecrackers-rolls and firework rockets?
Seeing my reaction, Lucien satisfactorily curls up the corners of his lips.
Lucien: As an "experiencer," of course I must try some sufficiently exciting things.
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The car, loaded with goods, returns to our courtyard. Lucien parks the car and, together with me, we unroll the long red firecrackers on the ground.
The long firecrackers snake around like a red dragon lying on the ground, almost covering the entire courtyard.
I hold the lighter, watching the fuse that is about to ignite the firecrackers and can’t help but feel nervous in my heart.
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MC: Lucien, could you, could you wait a moment? I'm not quite mentally prepared yet!
Lucien: [chuckles] Then allow me.
Lucien seems to chuckle softly. Before I can react, he has already struck the match, and the flame dances on his fingertips.
The fuse instantly ignites, speeding forward like a shooting star. I quickly grab Lucien's hand tightly, pulling him away as we run.
The next second, the firecrackers erupt like an awakened dragon, emitting a thrilling roar.
My body instinctively tenses, and I hastily cover Lucien's ears while he does the same for mine.
(the way they instinctively protect each other instead of themselves :”…)
His broad palm reassuringly shields those startling explosions.
Despite the barrier, my hearing becomes even more acute, listening as the firecrackers "rampage" through the courtyard.
I look at Lucien, in the faint red glow, his face is coated with a shimmering warm light, and from beginning to end, his lips are always brimming with a smile.
The bright light swiftly dashes through the dark night. After the long-lasting thousand blasts fade away, the air in the courtyard seems to have turned red.
Lucien waves his hand in front of him, trying to dispel the pungent smell of firecrackers, yet the smile on his lips never falters.
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Lucien: Whether it's from the sense of hearing or the sense of smell... The stimulation I'm receiving is far more excessive than I anticipated.
MC: Many things you just have to experience firsthand to truly feel them!
MC: Just like I've come to realize, besides with the beauty of fireworks, Professor Lucien and the firecrackers are also quite "compatible"!
Lucien raises an eyebrow and takes out all the remaining fireworks and firecrackers from the car.
Lucien: That sentence sounds like a stereotypical impression of "Professor Lucien".
Lucien: Fortunately, tonight happens to be a good opportunity for "out with the old, in with the new."
The night sky stretches endlessly, as dark as a piece of black velvet, while the courtyard ground is scattered with remnants of red firecrackers.
Lucien stands between the darkness of the night and the redness around him, with the match he ignites in his hand being the only source of light around.
This glimmer of light remains silent, yet always manages to ignite clusters of earth-shattering fireworks in my world.
So I walk towards him, and together we light up all these fireworks.
The light flies into the night sky, showering down gently, casting warm hues upon us.
And beside me, Lucien's smiling expression is just like the fireworks filling up the sky.
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In the end, Lucien and I left a few fireworks unlit and returned to the car for warmth.
The distant sound of firecrackers can be faintly heard, with occasional fireworks lighting up the night sky, illuminating the scene inside the car.
We sit side by side in the back seat, enjoying a moment of tranquility after the playful revelry.
Bright light filters through the car window, casting ambiguous light and shadows on Lucien's face. I trace his profile, and my heart is filled with joy.
MC: Looking back, we've had a lot of fun in just a few days.
MC: Going to the home exhibition together, selecting ingredients and cooking together, wandering through the festival night market, and even setting off fireworks and firecrackers...
MC: I wonder how Professor Lucien feels about this "town trip"?
Lucien meets my expectant gaze, but instead of immediately responding, he ponders for a moment.
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Lucien: I've thought of many different answers, many different adjectives.
Lucien: Happiness, warmth, contentment... Each word seems to encapsulate my feelings, yet they all appear a little shallow.
I listen earnestly, reaching out my hand to intertwine with his palm.
Lucien: Whether it's in the warm room, cooking together under the bright lights, or lighting firecrackers together and making "noise".
Lucien: At the moment of accomplishing these things, I have a vague feeling.
Lucien: These seem to be things I've never consciously longed for but deeply desire to do.
Lucien: And year after year, in the New Year, you've helped me realize these, even wishes that I myself didn't fully grasp.
Lucien pauses unusually as if carefully considering his words. After a while, he simply casts his gaze toward me.
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Lucien: So if there's anything missing, it's that I want my little lady to feel my happiness.
MC: I've already felt it...
But Lucien gently shakes his head.
Lucien: I want to paint it more vividly for you. Not through carefully crafted rhetoric, perhaps not even by speaking.
(T/N: insert the solemn, melancholic, yet hopeful 5th anniv special theatre BGM 😭 if you've read this far and haven't watched the video, I’d actually beg you to watch 🥺 The timestamp is: [42:09] )
Lucien gently takes my hand and places it over his heart.
In an instant, the world quieted down.
With the familiar heartbeat in my palm, it feels as if the overflowing sense of happiness is also held within my grasp.
"Thump, thump," resounding as if echoing through the entire universe. And it speaks—
Lucien is very happy, very content with life.
And so am I.
At this moment, I seem to also taste the shallowness of "words", for no matter how many words are spoken, they can't fully express the deep love beating in my heart.
So I recklessly approached him, wanting to convey my most profound feelings to him.
Wrapping my arms around his neck, my fingertips threading through his soft hair, as I lean in closer, Lucien gently but firmly pulls me into his embrace.
The smell of gunpowder fills my nostrils, seemingly carrying the heat capable of igniting flames with it.
The lips merely brush against each other, then clinging lovingly and inseparably, unwilling to part ever again.
Our tongues entwine as if thirsting, drawing out every bit of sweetness, until our breaths become so chaotic that they can't be distinguished from each other.
Can a deep kiss express this love? Can a long embrace reveal the yearning in the depths of our hearts?
While thinking about all this in a daze, Lucien's whisper comes to my ear.
Lucien: [whispers breathlessly] Is this kiss enough to explain it all?
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MC: Not enough...
I instinctively spoke out, not knowing whether I was answering him or telling myself.
Upon hearing this, with one arm still around me, Lucien unbuttons his shirt with his other hand, revealing his well-defined physique.
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Lucien: [chuckles and whispers] Then tonight, I will lay bare all of myself to you, okay?
His eyes still carry a faint smile, but they are moist as if they've captured light, burning and deeply sincere.
I nod and kiss the corner of his eye, taking in all of him.
His warm lips carry a slightly wet sensation as they wander over my body, igniting my skin like clusters of flame.
The intimate and meticulous licking makes me feel like I'm about to melt, my body instinctively tensing up, sliding towards the only fulcrum.
Lucien: [noises of him eating… something, and sighs in satisfaction] ….
The fingers holding my calves suddenly tighten, pulling them wider apart. I sit back heavily and then whimper out in pain.
MC: [blushing] Lucien….
My voice comes out sweetly and aggrievedly, elongating the end of his name with a deliberate undertone. It sounds like pleading for mercy yet also carries a tacit demand.
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The sound of muffled laughter reaches my ears, Lucien flips over to be on top of me and presses me down, kissing me on the lips.
Between the disorganized breaths, he murmurs something on the tip of his tongue.
Lucien: [whispers] Sorry, does it hurt a bit?
I nod, but in contrast to my answer, I thrust my hips upward, wanting to fit even closer to him. In the process, I almost hit my head on the car door, but Lucien protected me.
The decorations on my clothes roughly brush against Lucien's exposed skin as he moves, causing him to tremble lightly.
Lucien: [chuckles] These little decorations are a bit in the way.
Those words are much colder than his kisses, and I can't help but watch my heart beat faster as he gently picks at them and lets the decorations fall.
It's just that there seem to be more and more things that get in the way between us… the top, the belt, and the skirt, they all seem a bit unnecessary.
The car's air conditioning blows dry, warm air, dispersing the remaining traces of coldness on our skin.
The moist sensation behind my ears makes me feel like I'm lying on a stream, his voice, hoarse and low, reveals a fervent longing.
Lucien: [hoarsely] Now, can you understand this feeling clearly?
My heart beats fiercely, and within my hazy consciousness, I seem to hear the emotions hidden behind Lucien's questions.
Instinctively, I tighten my arms around his neck and wrap my legs behind his waist. My hand gently caresses him.
MC: I think... I still need more time to understand.
MC: This is what you want too, isn't it?
Lucien’s laughter-tinged voice drifts into my ears.
Lucien:  [whispers followed by more wet kiss noises] The night is still very long.
The ambiguous warmth inside the car envelops us like the steam of a hot spring, carrying us into the clouds.
It seems there are small trinkets on the dashboard that can't withstand the shaking, but we are too preoccupied to notice.
Unintentionally, someone presses the car window button, and the distant sound of fireworks leaps into our ears.
Tiny snowflakes land on my outstretched arms, only to be melted into droplets by the heat.
"Splat," "splat."
This night, when the old days and the new years merge, we seem to need a little more warmth.
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[Bonus: some h-word translation notes before afterword because I don't want to ruin the beautiful smut with my dumb commentary]
Lucien: [whispers] Sorry, does it hurt a bit? I nod, but in contrast to my answer, I thrust my hips upward, wanting to fit even closer to him. In the process, I almost hit my head on the car door, but Lucien protected me.
(T/N: this sentence implies that the pain is not from her sitting back but… him fitting inside *cough*)
The car's air conditioning blows dry, warm air, dispersing the remaining traces of coldness on our skin.
(T/N: this description implies that they are both already completely undressed at that point. To counteract the chill from being unclothed, the warm air conditioner is turned on :>)
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[Afterword, rambles and highlight(s)]
⎯ Just like how sunlight helps plants to grow, love nurtures Lucien's growth over the years.
Even after 6 years, Love and Producer still have such a talented writing team that never FAILS at making us feel h-word and cry at almost the same time ༼;´༎ຶ ۝ ༎ຶ༽༼;´༎ຶ ۝ ༎ຶ༽༼;´༎ຶ ۝ ༎ຶ༽. This date is not angsty in the traditional sense, in fact, the date in general is so sweet and full of daily life. But the end really punches you just right in the feelings ESPECIALLY with the 5th anniversary special theatre BGM.
Honestly, it’s hard to explain why this date is so good and makes many CN stans cry by the end of the date. It’s… something that you can experience only if you know him for so, so long. It's something that can only be felt by witnessing his growth from the moment you first 'met' him until now. The feelings of observing someone you've ‘nurtured’ with love and care for years finally blossoming into the most colorful and unique 'fireworks' you've ever witnessed… they’re really hard to describe.
But anyway, before this essay turns into an analysis of "The Little Prince" and Lucien, let’s talk about the date, shall we? If last year's date theme was along the lines of "accepting yourself and your emotions from the past," then I predict that this year's theme seems to be about "experiencing and living the present"; and this is such a fitting theme for Lucien. Why? Because as a character, before he met the MC, he was simply an "observer" instead of a “participant”, curiously observing and experimenting on everything around him, and yet never really ‘participates’ and ‘experiences’ in it.  However, thanks to MC, he has begun to actively participate in the hustle and bustle of the world, experiencing many things that have made him more vibrant and ‘alive’. This transition from ‘observer’ to ‘participant’ is cleverly depicted in this date by making him into a participant in the experiments with MC, rather than solely being the experimenter as usual.
This date as a whole centers around two important things, experience and emotions. While the relationship between experience and emotion can be complex and multifaceted, the way I get it from this date is that; if ‘experience’ is more about the ‘input’ that we get from our senses, then ‘emotions’ are the ‘output’ of our experience. In other words, experiences provide the stimuli that trigger emotional responses. Both experience and emotions are important things for us humans; together, they contribute to our ability to fully engage with and appreciate the present moment, rather than simply going through the motions of survival… They’re also two things that Lucien has been learning over the years.
First, let’s talk about experience, when our observer scientist sheds his lab coat and removes his glasses, he transforms into an ordinary person sincerely in love with you and deeply experiencing love. This date depicts how he experiences love in the warmth of everyday life, and amusingly, it almost makes this date feel as if MC and Lucien are newlyweds on their honeymoon ahah. From shopping for furniture for their new home to encountering silly and unexpected problems that the organizer throws at them (just like how everyday lives always throw problems at us lol), to grocery shopping and cooking together, and cough even the fact that they’re basically ‘on fire’ everyday cough— The grocery shopping parts are especially funny (with just Lucien being Lucien lol)... and cooking scene is just chef kiss. It's really endearing to witness how he adapts to homemaking tasks in his unique way, all because of his love for you.
Still on the topic of ‘experience’; do you know that both of the more descriptive spicy scenes are part of the plot? First, the spicy domming ‘guiding’ scene. In that scene, MC guides him to focus on what his senses told him instead of giving processed answers. And this seems to work because, throughout the date, you can notice him developing more opinions on things based on his senses as he experiences everything. Previously, because he never slowed down and always looked far ahead (See also, his Summer UR MQ, recent CN birthday date and story for more in-depth digging about this theme-), he never fully ‘experienced’ life. But with MC's guidance, her “sharing the world” with him, he starts to perceive the world around him more keenly. This transformation is evident in tasting scenes and fireworks scenes, where he earnestly uses his senses to taste their cooking, hearing the loud firecracker noises, and smelling the scent of gunpowder. She doesn’t only ‘bring’ color to his monochrome world, but also the taste, smell and noises of the world around him as he experiences the present. All these stimuli make his world no longer feel ‘silent’ to him. Sometimes, loving him feels like pulling a ‘god’ from his pedestal to experience the lively and ordinary life of mortals. Perhaps he loses some of his ‘invincibility’ (like for example, that causes him to fall for consumerism trap lol), but in this way, he becomes more alive and real.
Then about emotions. The initial discussion about emotions centers around “emotional synchronization” between lovers, setting the stage for exploring how MC and Lucien perceive and handle each other's emotions. Just as MC accepts all of Lucien's emotions, whether they be sadness or happiness [referencing Lucien’s CN birthday date in 2023], Lucien reciprocates by accepting all of her emotions. Lucien demonstrates emotional stability and maturity as a partner, creating an environment where MC feels no need to restrain her emotions in his presence. He is fond of and intrigued by her colorful range of emotions (and a bittersweet reminder of how her moods affect her “color” in his eyes ahah:”””). This highlights their curiosity and fascination with understanding each other on a deeper level.
For them, all human emotions are important, but MC initially wanted Lucien to feel more positive emotions. With the concept of “emotional sync” in mind, she promises to convey more positive emotions for him, inadvertently restraining her own emotions in the process. However, during their time together in the small city, she learns that even so-called “negative emotions” have value. Despite facing challenges or "troubles," both characters find joy and support in each other's company. MC finds Lucien's moments of vulnerability endearing, while Lucien appreciates MC's encouragement and companionship. They both come to acknowledge the natural ebb and flow of emotions in their relationship, realizing that some negative emotions are far from being detrimental; it’s simply part of their day-to-day life. Those emotional fluctuations are just a very small part of their overall happiness~
ALL THE FEELINGS FROM THE SECOND EXPLICIT SPICY SCENES SUCCESSFULLY MADE ME CRY. Experiencing all sorts of things with her during experiments and everyday life … even things and wishes that he never consciously longed for yet always wanted:
许墨很快乐,很幸福
The meaning of these words are difficult to render accurately in English, and my “Xu Mo/Lucien is very happy, very content with his life.” are just barely scratching the surface… While 快乐(kuài lè) refers to a more transient or temporary feeling of happiness and joy, often related to a fun event, 幸福 (xìng fú) encompasses a profound and enduring sense of happiness and contentment in life. It signifies a state of well-being that extends beyond momentary pleasures, often associated with having a loving family, spouse, fulfilling relationships, and a sense of overall satisfaction with one's life. So when combined, it emphasizes the fact that while experiencing all the ups and downs of the world with her, Lucien is not only feeling immediate joy and pleasure ("快乐"), but also enjoying a deeper, more lasting sense of happiness and fulfilment ("幸福"), he is both happy in the moment and all of his life. By slowing down and deeply experiencing each moment of their shared life, he discovers his own happiness and longing that even he himself never knows about. So, he wants her to experience every bit of his happiness and love that has blossomed because of her… candidly and unrestrainedly wants her to experience all of him.
In another vein, LOVE IS A VERB, NOT A NOUN!!! It's a continual action, continual choice, continual promise to another person. And no matter how many words are spoken, both of them can't fully express the deep love beating in heart. So, when words are too “shallow” to even capture a fraction of deep love and happiness, he can only confess them through instinctive actions, recklessly pouring out his heart in every embrace, every kiss, and every touch. And yet, the question still stands, Can a deep kiss express this love? Can a long embrace reveal the yearning in the depths of our hearts? They’ve done everything, yet it still feels not enough, and perhaps… it will take a lifetime of shared experiences and ‘confessions’ to fully reveal the depths of his love and longing for her.
AND SPEAKING OF CHOICE(S), the BGM choice for that last spicy scene is freaking genius!!! It comes from 5th-anniversary special theatre“The many choices of life” video (You can check it on my YT!). This special video is all about the power of your/MC’s choice. I want to highlight the first “what if” scenario. The first “what if” is about what would happen if she had chosen to not meet Lucien.
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In this scenario, the narrative explores what would have happened if MC hadn't met Lucien. Without their encounter, Lucien would still be questioning and seeking understanding from the world around him. He would have found another path, albeit one that didn't involve her, dedicating himself to searching for the 'most optimal solution.' However, his world would remain black and white, indifferent to whether there were people who tried to understand him and care for him :”. Anyway, by using this as a BGM choice, it accentuates the power of your/MC’s choice in shaping him being the way he is right now; while still running on the path to explore truth with dedication, he also finds happiness and contentment along the way because of her choice.
In conclusion, Lucien’s writers never fail to captivate us and deliver top-tier writing! This date highlights the importance of experiencing life fully and embracing all emotions, while also underscoring the transformative power of love~ His writers really excel at utilizing his character to its fullest potential. I can go on and on, talking about all the small details and references on this date but this UR won’t be published any time soon if I do LOL. If you’ve read so far, thank you for reading this date and my rambles~
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every other fandom has one of these and i was getting really bummed that we didn’t so…
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lexiklecksi · 8 months
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"So if you felt betrayed that I dare to call this procedure by the same watered-down language as our own laws, but then breathed a sigh of relief as you found out it was just a tumor and not an embryo: You need to confront the fact that you don't value my life, you don't value the living.
You only value an organ and its ability to produce children, not the actual living breathing person who for some reason has to beg for the right to their life, their liberty, and their happiness.
That's what this is all about." (cited @illymation’s video 13:24 min. - 13:56)
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[CN] Li Zeyan’s UR card ASMR: Morning Hours (Eng Translation)
⚠️🔞 NSFW WARNING. Proceed at your own discretion ⚠️🔞
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fully subbed video link: ♡
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#hadestown#art#my art#tag ramble as promised:#firstly#i’ve been thinking about redoing this as digital art#(like - mostly the same but cleaner and with some of the details fixed) and probably will if i have time#because i like this composition a lot#but! for now i am oddly happy with how this turned out despite being traditional art/watercolor (no undo button. sobs.)#and it Is a noteworthy day for hadestown with lola tung and lillias white departing#(this is Not meant to celebrate them specifically - i used the obc as reference not them - i just think it’s a nice day symbolically)#so i thought i’d put this out. whatever. yknow.#oh a second thing i will say is that this was a great excuse to check out the slime tutorials on youtube#i spent like 9 or something hours on this :/ so. plenty of time to have things on in the background while i was working. we love slime#thirdly! two things i feel like are worth mentioning rq for Symbolism:#wait for me reprise (intro) originally having wedding procession imagery (from anaïs mitchell in working on a song)#is what first made me desperately want to put the flower/petals on the edges (it still fucking haunts me)#though it was a solid composition choice in general i think#and i mean. clearly the carnation should be prominent. it’s the carnation. from hadestown.#i don’t think the wedding procession reference comes across the way it turned out but that was the first thought#NEXT ouroboros. the snake devouring its own tail (i legitimately forgot that this was why i first drew the rattlesnake that way but#fundamentally i really did just want its tail and head to point to each other lmao)
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emahriel · 4 months
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Baldur's Gate 3: An Unexpected Adventure (feat. Elijah Wood & Sean Astin)
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