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cheaplogos · 27 days
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befuddled-calico-whump · 11 months
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✨Content Tagging Guide✨
disclaimer: this is not directed at anyone, nor was it sparked because I've seen anyone mistagging anything. I just like lists and I'm going to make it everyone's problem :)
So you wanna write a story with darker themes, but are mayhaps a little uncertain about all the different content warnings you've seen.
Not to worry! Hopefully this quick guide will clear things up. To illustrate each level, I'm going to use macaroni and cheese as the content example. Without further ado...
cw: macaroni and cheese
^^this warning is very general. It tells the reader the content will show up at some point within the text, but doesn't specify the detail, use, or extent.
cw: macaroni and cheese (mentioned)
They drove through town, past the busy main street, and the factory where the local brand of macaroni and cheese got its packaging.
This warning tells readers the content will be mentioned; maybe in dialogue, or in a description, but not explored in detail.
cw: macaroni and cheese (discussed)
"I'm lactose intolerant," he said. "So I can't---well, I shouldn't eat stuff like that."
"But you did anyway?" they pressed. "I'm sorry, just... How did it feel? After?"
"Awful. I really should've listened to my common sense and ordered something besides mac and cheese."
As you'd expect, this warning tells the reader that the content will be discussed, either in conversation, or through a character's thoughts. Discussions can involve the moral implications of the content, how the content fits within the world, philosophies relating to the content, and the emotional or lasting effects of the content on a character.
cw: macaroni and cheese (referenced)
He tapped her shoulder. "Hey, I didn't see you after work yesterday, you okay?"
"Fine now," she said, shrugging. "I just had a bad batch of mac and cheese for lunch."
Very similar to "mentioned", this warning often implies a non-explicit, non-graphic mention of the content.
cw: macaroni and cheese (implied)
He frowned down at the bowl, then averted his eyes, appetite lost by the gooey yellow mass inside, and the heavy, creamy smell wafting off it.
This warning tells readers that the content is not outright stated, but the character's reactions and actions imply what's going on. If you could remove the context from the scene/paragraph in question and make it look like something else is happening, you probably have implied content. Note that there is a difference between simply "implied", and "heavily implied".
cw: macaroni and cheese (fade to black)
She took her seat at the table, queasiness building in her stomach. Her least-favorite food was to be served, and while she knew it would be rude to decline it, she wasn't looking forward to lunch. As the dreaded bowl was placed before her, she picked up the fork, and plunged it in.
Similar to implied, but instead of carrying on through the scene the content takes place in, fade to black builds up to the moment, and stops, often transitioning to the next scene before the content is given any kind of detail.
cw: macaroni and cheese (non-explicit)
For lunch, he was served a bowl of mac and cheese, one of his least favorite meals. He choked it down anyway, and hoped he wouldn't get an upset stomach.
This tells the reader the content will be present in some form, but not described in detail. It may have some active bearing on the character or plot, but won't be particularly graphic. While the character may be emotionally affected after the fact, the content itself is glossed over.
cw: macaroni and cheese (explicit)
The bowl was placed in front of him, steam still rising from the substance inside. He knew what it was before he looked. Mac and cheese. And he'd have to devour the entire bowl of it. He lifted the first forkful, strands of yellow cheese trailing from squishy curved noodles, all the way back into the bowl, even as he raised it to his mouth. Damn, it was extra cheesy. He knew his lactose intolerance just wouldn't hold up.
This is often used as the heaviest warning, telling readers that the content and the characters' reactions to it will be described in detail.
Again, this was something I mostly just wrote for fun, and to dramatize mac and cheese but I do hope someone out there finds it helpful. Let me know if there's a type I missed! :)
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happyk44 · 4 months
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Nico grabbing an enemy by the wrist before they can strike down on him and it would be easy to steal the life from the pulse beneath his fingertips, turn the air in their lungs into his own, but there's a myriad of fighters around him and one life isn't going to power him enough to blast away them all when he's already so tired as it is. He wishes he was bigger, stronger.
He squeezes his hand tight around the wrist he holds back. It shatters. Their sword clatters to the ground. It's not a human noise they make - well, it is, they're human.
Until they aren't. Until boney spikes rip through their clothes, emerging sharp and dangerous from their spine. He squeezes harder. The skin around their skull ripples, like bugs crawling underneath. Then bursts blood and spit and flesh as their jaw unhooks. Teeth pitter-patter onto the ground as larger, sharper, whiter fangs emerge violently in their place.
Their face splits just above the nose as another jaw grows around their eyes, as their esophagus snaps and elongates upwards, as blood and flesh and viscera pour like an unholy flood, arms tearing, legs cracking, flesh hanging off bloody bone, nothing but a monster left behind.
Nothing but a nightmare.
It croons at him. The soul beneath is twisted, ugly, beautiful, spread thin across their new body, new bones, like the veins of their now still and battered heart. It pulses like the lungs torn by their feet once did.
The world has silenced itself in the emergence of Nico's new pet. He squeezes the new wrist, the bone firm and clean beneath his touch.
"Defend me," he whispers.
It croons again, shuffling back on four feet. The world quakes as it turns. The world shivers as it regards them, predator to prey, standing larger than them all, and far more dangerous as they ever recalled it to once be.
And the world screams when it lunges.
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samarecharm · 19 days
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Random question about the “they should make persona for people who like good games” post. Do people think the persona series is that bad? I know they aren’t perfect but I wouldn’t call them bad games.
I had a wholeass essay written out before i realized im too tired to make it sound coherent. AND my only experience is p 4 and 5, so my opinion on it means jack shit. All i can say is that the most recent titles suffer from bad writing. (And repetitive gameplay, but thats a different issue). Be it poorly written characters and dialogue, or poorly written interactions and plot, it is hard to take some of the stuff in the more recent games at face value. One could argue that that just means the game is subpar, not necessarily bad, but thats subjective; bad means different things to different people. And i say this as someone who thinks this game is Not the best but still found it incredibly engaging and entertaining.
#chattin#i am the kind of person to write video essay length posts on games that disappointed me LOL#so i am the wrong person to ask#remember that when thinking about the quality of a game; you should ask urself#who is the target audience? is it accessible to this audience? do i need an outside source to keep up with this game ? (like a guide)#if its in a series; what does it do to separate itself from the others?#is the writing okay? characters? interactions(#?#insensitive content ?#how is it handled? the game may me okay for me but can I have my fat friends enjoy this game???#can i have my trans friends and gay male friends enjoy this game???#who can i recommend it to? my sister is unable to process all of the social links and requirements for these social links#so she just. doesnt do it. she IS the target audience bc she likes rpgs#and she likes the story and characters. but its too overwhelming#and the social links would be overwhelming regardless of the difficulty#are u meant to enjoy the game in one playthrough or across multiple runs??#is it WORTH it to do those runs? for a game that has ‘choices’ it is painfully linear#and it confuses people who are trying to follow the rules (do things in my free time to build confidants)#when theyre unable to actually hang out w confidants bc of a rush of mandatory scenes#velvet room fusions are a pain and overly complex#and the game stops being about making a good build#and it starts to become ‘make a shadow null to everything bc the game will keep instakilling you’#forcing a game over when ur main character dies is ALWAYS bad to me i will swear by this#u make more interesting builds when u arent scared of a gameover#weh. rambling#the game is as bad or good as u want it to br#people clearly love it; we talk about our faves all the time. but how many of us are replaying a game meant to be replayed. not many.
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yusuke-of-valla · 1 month
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Jesus fucking christ apparently Kotaku's editorial staff have decided they're deprioritizing news in favor of guides and also rumor they're expected to write 50 guides a week so clearly whatever fucker made that decision has never written a guide before in their life
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fang-revives · 1 year
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Thinking about the Dragunov vs Noir series again. I think there's a strong case in there that it would be an excellent match series to show to an developing wrestling fan -- not as a first match, but rather as a second or third. Like someone who has already shown you they're Invested but could probably use a self contained study on how to read the art of wrestling (ie when a move or sequence is used in dialogue to create the story).
The match series is tightly sequential in time, meaning if you can get them to commit to watching all three (on the ballpark of 1.5 hours or less, including entrances and a little break in between)-- you can point out the narrative beats that repeat, echo, gain stakes.
Plus, it's just a very gay match series, and that's wrestling baybey!
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4me-yo · 10 months
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How to Start Writing a Script as a Freelance Writer: A Full Guide Step
Introduction: If you have a passion for storytelling and a knack for writing, delving into scriptwriting as a freelance writer can be an exciting and rewarding venture. Writing scripts for film, television, or theater allows you to breathe life into characters and create captivating narratives. In this blog, we will provide you with a comprehensive step-by-step guide on how to start writing a script as a freelance writer, helping you navigate the creative process and develop your skills.
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Step 1: Choose Your Genre and Format: The first step in writing a script is to determine the genre and format you wish to explore. Consider your interests, strengths, and the type of stories you want to tell. Whether it's drama, comedy, sci-fi, or any other genre, identify the one that resonates with you and aligns with your goals.
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Step 6: Refine the Script: Once the first draft is complete, take a step back and review your work objectively. Look for areas that need improvement, such as pacing, dialogue, or plot inconsistencies. Revise and refine the script, tightening the narrative and strengthening the dialogue.
Step 7: Seek Feedback: Obtaining feedback from trusted sources is invaluable in scriptwriting. Share your work with fellow writers, mentors, or industry professionals who can provide constructive criticism. Embrace feedback as an opportunity for growth and make necessary revisions to enhance your script.
Step 8: Rewrite and Polish: Based on the feedback received, embark on the rewriting process. Address any issues highlighted by the reviewers and polish your script to perfection. Pay attention to dialogue, character development, and pacing to ensure a captivating and engaging story.
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Conclusion: Embarking on a career as a freelance scriptwriter requires passion, dedication, and continuous improvement. By following this step-by-step guide, you can navigate the scriptwriting process effectively, from conceptualizing your story to marketing your script. Embrace the creative journey, seek feedback, and persevere through the revisions. With time and experience, your skills as a freelance scriptwriter will flourish, opening doors to exciting opportunities in the world of film, television, or theater.
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48787 · 2 months
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Wait shit did we remember to conscript the constructicons to board the nemesis??
If anyone has seen those green and purple fucks can you send them to the main bridge
Soundwave just reminded me about them and I realized I forgot to fucking check if they were on board or not.
Ughghh it's far too fucking late to turn this ship around, I cannot face Shockwave until he's hunted those autobots and got his allotment of mandatory sadism subroutines out of his system otherwise I'm going to have to explain to him why the Whirl pictures are passive aggressive in the first place. He fucking knows why they are but he's so good at fucking with me it drives me fucking crazy trying to beat him at his own damn game.
Anyway, I'll just hope they're on board, otherwise making that fucking spacebridge will be a real pain in the ass.
If you green and purple fucks are receiving this come to the main bridge at once or I'm going to have to rely on Soundwave's "Superior" infrastructural technique of Using Child Labor. I hear you and him have a score to settle anyway so I might make a thing out of making you both have to prove your merits.
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a-eo-iu · 7 months
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(re)made a little guide to color symbology in elleiz and now I can't pick colors at random anymore
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ideadeco · 11 months
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What is the Difference Between Copywriting and Content Writing?
Have you ever wondered about the distinctions between copywriting and content writing? Look no further! Here's a detailed breakdown to satisfy your curiosity. #CopywritingTips #ContentWritingTips #ContentCreators #CreatorEconomy
Copywriting and content writing are two distinct forms of writing, often employed for different purposes. While they share similarities, they have unique characteristics and objectives. While there is some overlap between copywriting and content writing, understanding their differences can help determine which approach is most suitable for the intended purpose and audience. Let’s dive into the…
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purpleturtle9000 · 11 months
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Here it is! The full and complete document I use as reference for the Utahraptors in my fic Clever Girl. Some of this is based directly on fossil evidence and reconstructions, some on theropod theories published in scientific papers, and the majority on the behaviour of extant birds of prey and crocodilians.
It's pretty damn cool, if I say so myself. From the beginning of research to the final product (the last draft alone took almost four hours), this took about five days of full-time research. Which means it's also kind of long, so it's been split up into categories for easy navigation:
Intelligence and Behaviour
Social Structures
Aggression
Health
Physical Characteristics
Body Temperature
Feathers
Teeth & Claws
Senses
Hunting Habits
Diet & Pellets
Feeding Habits
Enjoy!
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buysomecheese · 1 year
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I want a dissertation on brotherhood in relation to birth order and senses of responsibility focusing on Eric Matthews and his relationship to school, sexuality, *homo*sexuality, and masculinity and how he projects/protects Cory through all of this and I want it NOW!
(Lots of fun little unorganized thoughts in tags <3)
#I feel like I could hella write that this summer#hmmm#thinking about what I'll want to major in starting fall '24 and I'll go into medicine eventually but an english major... looking pretty nic#for now at least#this specific topic is because I Love Eric Matthews like I'm only in s2 but he's so. he loves his siblings so so so much and it's so obviou#I've heard there's some contention btwn him and his father and ofc I've heard about Eric and Jack and AUGH it's gonna give me SO MUCH-#-material to work with! his relationship with Feeny is just starting to become what I've seen people talk about and! there are So many-#-implications with it I just!!#he's clearly such a good role model for Cory and very much wants to protect/guide him from some of the lesions in guidance allowed by their#-parents#(I'm an older brother and I See how much more my younger brother gets away with and I wasn't as good about it as Eric but I have tried-)#(-coparenting before and Eric is just so much more subtle/helpful with it. our age gaps are different which is def relevant but jfdhbdj)#clearly his failings in school act as a buffer for Cory's; clearly he's trying to watch out for Cor falling into the same dating traps-#-(they keep mirroring? hello??) clearly there's something abt friendship models as well#and we all know that shory is SO homoerotic and while his parents aren't like homophobes it's def Eric who's making jokes and treating it-#-so normally (esp! for a 90s show) that is makes me wonder how his friendships have been shaped by his attitudes towards platonic (?) male-#-sensuality/physicality. how his parents had acted in the past that Cor is unaware of (they are 4-5 yrs apart) that fucked up Eric and how-#-he's trying to protect Cor and how A&A are letting it slide more bc of how it fucked Eric. a lot of this is wishful projecting oops#(A&A is Amy & Alan)#and Eric is just so. comfortably masculine like he's such a little guy augh#all of the men in this show are so Generally positively masculine like even Harley is like that- he's amused by these little 7th graders-#-who can't seem to leave them alone and he threatens them a lot but after he saw Eric sticking up for Cor (+ Mr. Turner) he seems to-#-respect the whole family a lot more. and his respect/caring for TK is insane and his Freddie+Joey (clearly in love idc) are simply allowed#-to exist and are protected and supported by him- Harley (the closest we've seen to toxic masculinity so far barring maybe Alan but idk)#and don't even get me STARTED on Mr. Turner and Mr. Feeny ugh. those two + Cor OH SHIT they are the maid the mother the crone but men lowke#motifs of 3 (we started Brodeck's Report in eng today) and mirrors and foreshadowing etc etc#anyways that's why I'd focus on Eric bc I can't stop thinking abt EVERYONE and that would be Too long of an essay#parallels btwn Jason (or Jack we'll see)/Eric and Shawn/Cory could SO work with that#would not bring in GMW though that would also be Too long of an essay#pavloving myself into loving analysis of media bc of IB english <3 stockholm type beat
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thecypriotnomad · 1 year
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Best Road Trips From Nicosia
Best Road Trips From Nicosia
Cyprus may be the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, but it is still small enough to fully enjoy it in one week. No matter where you decide to stay for your holiday in Cyprus, you can easily travel for a day trip to any other city. However, if you do plan to explore the whole of Cyprus, then perhaps Nicosia is the best choice as your base. It is right in the heart of Cyprus, meaning…
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pratikthaker007 · 1 year
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Are you looking for ways to make money writing online? Writing jobs can be a great way to supplement your income, and with the right…
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llycaons · 2 years
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well I'm all in favor of creative flexibility but I simply think if you published a work years ago it should simply be that work. any additions after publishing...hrm maybe should only be tweaks. dunno how I feel about this! I love the characters. if it's good I'll be very happy. if it's bad....well it simply will not exist. either way it's a bit odd
Edit: oh who cares I want to see the Content
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noivern · 2 years
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fr the amount of work guild leaders put in to organising activities and wrangling kittens is wild. go give your guild leadership a tip or cyclone sloppy or something
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