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moonsaver · 14 days

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The Care Package II

Got your first, shiny new gacha character you were working oh-so-hard to get? That's great! Don't know how to care for it? No worries! This guide will have you covered!

Summary: not doing this, its in part 1 here, this post has Aventurine and Sunday. The previous one has Dr. Ratio and Argenti. Have fun reading !

The Gem-Deluxe Package

You receive a lavishly decorated box at your mail! It is covered in jewels and black ribbon, and similarly to the Red Rose Package, users may experience difficulty in unboxing Aventurine from his gift box. Please watch this tutorial in case you are unable to do so aswell.

The gift box is lined with a soft material, and several, smaller layers that act as a makeshift bed for your sleeping Aventurine. Please let your Aventurine wake up on his own accord, or you may halt his growth process from Beginner to Intermediate by communicating urgency if you wake him up too soon. When Aventurine wakes up, he will make his presence known very well, and he will naturally call out to you regardless of wherever you are and whatever you are doing.

Aventurine comes with a unique combination of accessories that are specific to each model – thus a specific user manual is provided for each of his items. You may receive either one of the following SSR items; Gold Coin [I], Pack of gold Cards [I], Small Aventurine Stone [II], Teal Peacock Earring [I]. Please note you may only be able to request another copy with your specific user manual when you open the package - if you are unable to find it, search Aventurine's pillow or ask him about it. Some users express their delight at Aventurine's tricks of hiding certain things, but it is advisable to warn him of certain valuable items before he hides them to entertain his user.

Aventurine may seem as though he does not mind being picked up in any way, however, he wishes to be held with great care. Please hold out both of your hands so he may feel cared for, and wait for him to feel comfortable enough to climb onto your hands. Aventurine may tell you it doesn't matter, but it is advisable to take great care and consideration of his emotional and mental wellbeing regarding your actions towards him.

Beginner Aventurine enjoys enclosures that are bright with natural light and open, but also safe and guarded well. You may keep him near your windows, on your bed, or any designated spot where he is free to explore that is well-illuminated. However, if he is picked up in the middle of his exploration process, he may whine and sarcastically compliment your furniture.

Beginner Aventurine is more personally closed off, so users are advised to be patient. He is, however, comforted by the sight of beautiful jewels, a comfortable bed, and warm food [Please refer to Care Package for accessories, especially regarding jewels. You do not need to buy real diamonds to impress Aventurine.].

The longest stage is the Beginner stage, so users may not be pleased with the delay in level up when it comes to Aventurine. He is not comfortably accustomed to change. It is advised he grows according to the rate he deems fit. However, the new Companion Feature allows Aventurine to interact with Dr. Veritas Ratio, and Aventurine's level up may be encouraged further if he witnesses Veritas Ratio level up, or receive his advice and help. Users are advised to supervise their interactions closely, as Intermediate Aventurine and Advanced Veritas Ratio are prone to petty arguments.

Intermediate Aventurine shows not much difference with the later stages of Beginner Aventurine, however, he may start interacting more openly with his user. He will frequent your personal space, initiate more friendly conversations and become inquisitive about your personal life – please tell him all about your Friends and Family. Aventurine feels closer to people the more he knows about their personal relationships. Users are also encouraged to compliment Aventurine whenever he decides to explore an area he tends to avoid – this will level up Aventurine's premature skill “Lost and Found [I]” to “Observe and Retrieve [II]”. Aventurine may find objects of precious value to user that may have been lost before, and will help the user find misplaced items with greater ease. It also supports the continual growth until he reaches Advanced level.

At the Advanced Level, Aventurine finds it very easy to accustom to User's routine. His skill may also level up from “Observe and Retrieve [II]” to “Initiate and Succeed [III]”. Advanced Aventurine will be more open to user and relay his personal feelings without hesitance. He may also choose to be called Kakavasha at this stage [Our users are informed that Kakavasha was the name of the previous model Aventurine is currently based upon,and to not fear any errors]. Aventurine at this stage may grow exponentially overnight depending on how deep the bond between him and his user is. If you reach a close bond level, Aventurine grows up to a size of 5’6-5’7 overnight, and delight in his own growth. Users are advised to prepare in advance once Aventurine reaches Intermediate stage.

Congratulations! You now have a full grown Aventurine, who may choose to go by Kakavasha in private. Aventurine is extremely skilful in managing the user's finances and personal relationships, offering advice and deciphering actions of others around his user. However, Aventurine is prone to safeguarding seemingly invaluable things, such as handwritten notes, old jewelry the user may have wanted to discard, and frequently visits the user's personal space. Aventurine, however open he may be, still hides some of his personal feelings. Users are advised to be comforting and patient with Aventurine, and oblige with his unsure nature regarding trust and belongings. Aventurine is prone to Neglect [IV], and users are heavily warned to never ignore Aventurine, especially in times of need or when quarrels occur. You may comfort him during your busy schedule by offering him handwritten notes of small reassurance, or provide him with the Gold Card Pack provided within the Care Package.

The Raven Package

The box is very fragile, and contains many pieces of accessories, so please do not shake it. It is light blue in colour, and is adorned with a small golden brooch the user may keep as a decorative piece. Inside, you receive a transparent box encasing a sleeping Sunday, and a plethora of neatly arranged accessories beside him. Please handle it with great care.

Sunday does not mind being woken up, but he will be displeased if you let him sleep too much. You may use the clockie accessory to wake Sunday up at an appointed time.

Handle Sunday with dignity! Users are advised to not haphazardly hold Sunday, he holds himself in high regard and does not like being carried with impropriety. However, users may occasionally hold Sunday by the back of his collar like the scrunch of a kitten, for short durations of time.

Beginner Sunday requires a well-organised area with neat schedules and planners. He prefers yellow-lighting and if the user has a study lamp, Sunday may occasionally nap under it. He is open to talking but will maintain an ample distance with his user; but do not be discouraged. Beginner Sunday may become more open if the user manages to help him to their haircare products and share tips on preening his wings.

Intermediate Sunday is a bit difficult to deal with, according to user experiences. Sunday may demand more attention and become more meticulous with manner and speech. He may advise the user in their appearance and presentation. However, Sunday does not mean ill. He is simply trying to help his user. If the user becomes agitated due to his constant advice and expresses their feelings, Sunday may enter Sulking [II], and hide in his gift box. You may comfort your Sunday by arranging his accessories Conference Table Prop 2, Office Chair (8), and Sandpit Prop 1, Musical Instrument Violin Prop 2 and Documents Prop, and asking him to check the current layout which will lure Sunday out of Sulking and into Curiosity.

Intermediate Sunday may experience difficulty reaching the Advanced level, so we advise users to be more supportive during this stage. Sunday may act irrationally or out of character, and pace around in a space, supervise you constantly, meticulously manage seemingly insignificant things, and try to manage things by himself, which will leave him prone to Overworking [II] and Exhaustion [I]. You may comfort Sunday by offering reassurances and feeding him small, sliced strawberries, or sweets.

Advanced Sunday becomes much easier to handle. Sunday will become self-sufficient and engage in many conversations, mainly pertaining to your duties and responsibilities and help you become more efficient at them. Sunday specialises in Planning [II] which greatly supports the skill Initiate and Succeed [I]. He will also greatly help the user form connections and relationships, giving them social advice. However, at this stage, Sunday is also prone to Overworking [III] and Loneliness [I], which affects him in a greater degree than Intermediate Sunday. The user has to directly engage with Sunday and lure him out of work actively, and provide long hours of company.

Congratulations! You now have a full-grown Sunday. He may grow up to 5’6-5’7, and does not require much maintenance. You may request a copy of accustomed accessories with the appropriate specific manual provided in the care package. Sunday's Companion Feature works greatly with Robin, and it creates more resistance to Overworking [II], [III] and Loneliness [I], and helps him feel less lonely. However, users are warned to not use this Companion feature with Aventurine or Dr. Veritas Ratio, as it may create animosity between them and stunt Sunday's growth, along with weakening his resistance to Overworking [III] and deleveling his skill, Planning [II] to Planning [I].

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cinamun · 5 months

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Top TFA Moments of 2023

TFA = Things Fall Apart for my new friends

Okay so I was tagged by the homie @theplottdump to tag 23 of my favorite story posts of 2023 and since I can't follow directions well, I decided to do my favorite moments from January to December!

I'll tag @shesthespinstersimmer @citylighten @digital-deluxe @softpine @sheplayswithlifee @dreamlandiasims and literally anyone else seeing this right now!

(original post with actual thing you're supposed to do lmao)

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

WOW!!! WHAT A YEAR!!! I really, REALLY enjoyed all the ups and downs this year. And especially, all of the growth which is the plot of this very very very long saga. I hope you all enjoyed the story this year too and there is plenty more to come in the new year. I hope you stick around and to my new friends, I hope you feel welcome in The Badass Book Club™

#I can't wait to get back to the story that never ends #extras

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crissiebaby · 1 day

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Purr For Mommy

Pressing her hands into Sammy’s diapered hips, Jade nuzzled the back of his neck with her nose as she pulled her baby “boy” toward her chest. “Purr for Mommy,” cooed Jade in Sammy’s ear. Her incredibly life-like tail wagged back and forth with increasing velocity as her excitement ramped up.

Nudging the stiffy growing inside his diaper with his locking, paw-shaped mittens, Sammy quivered as the frilly skirts of his kinky maid outfit shifted sensually against his supple thighs. The lump in his throat caused the bell attached to his lacy collar to ring as he gulped. “M-Meow,” muttered the horny neko boy under his breath, almost too embarrassed to heed Mommy’s commands. He wanted to be a good kitty, no matter how blushy it was to have his wildest fantasies realized. To exist in his puppy Mommy’s arms as a soft, subby babyfur was everything he ever dreamed it would be, and it was all thanks to the latest products from the CrissBaby Diaper Company.

Perhaps the most ambitious addition to CrissBaby’s lineup, Diapers with Tail Holes had marketing disaster written all over it. “Heyyo! We put a giant hole in the back of our standard Super Soaker Deluxe diapers and also, it’s more expensive!” didn’t exactly sound like the stuff quarterly profits were made of. However, that mindset was quickly done away with thanks to a promising business acquisition.

Lady Ansem’s Fur Emporium was a plucky, young upstart company that had already seen rapid growth in its first two years with CEO, Jade Ansem, at the helm. Her products were simple. Using a pair of fur ears as a neurotransmitter, anyone wearing them would be able to control the tail it was linked to. The tail itself was loaded with nanosensors that communicated back to the headset, allowing the wearer to actually feel the tail as if it were real. Adding to the fun, the tail could be paired with a naughty butt plug to hold in place, doubling the pleasure for its users.

Sensing a golden opportunity for growth, CrissBaby Diaper Co. partnered with Jade’s entrepreneurial venture and bundled her product with their perforated pampers. To celebrate, she and her precious Little, Sammy, decided to have some padded playtime using their patented products. “Now, I know you can purr better than that,” she said, feeling more sadistic and powerful than usual, “I want her that magic tongue of yours rumble, honey baby.

“PUUUUURRRRRR!” moaned Sammy, instantly melting as Jade’s hands slid across his pointed diaper front. His prostate tightened around the bulb in his backdoor, filling him with euphoria and leaving him thirsty for the long night of amorous passion.

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theblackfemininesociety · 3 months

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The Ultimate IT Girl Guide + Workbook is on her way! The Question is Digital VS. Physical ?!

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sintowinemily · 1 year

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Heyyy could you please write a spencer reid fic where he sees y/n stretch marks for the first time xx

hello anon <3 thank you for the request!

pairing: Spencer x gn!reader

summary: Spencer and Y/N share a hotel room after the case, and he comforts their insecurities.

warnings: pure fluff! Mentions of stretch marks, lack of body confidence, body insecurity, no mention of weight or actual body shape

word count: 740

click here to submit your own request!

You and Spencer had formed a close bond while working together the past months, Derek teased Spencer about how he followed you around like a lost puppy; but you chose to pretend like you didn’t hear him. You liked Spencer’s company, and he seemed to like yours. You would be lying if you said you didn’t think of him in a romantic way, but despite Morgan’s teasing, you knew deep down, he didn’t feel the same.

After a long case, Hotch informs the team that they have to pair off into hotel rooms, Hotch shares with Morgan, Emily and JJ share, and Rossi, well of course he paid for a deluxe sweet all to himself, so you and Spencer are left to share. You two had shared a hotel room before, it wasn’t a big deal.

“Hey, Spence. I’m going to take a shower first.” You tell him, gesturing to the bathroom on your left. “Do you mind?”

“No, it’s all good.” He smiles back, holding up some obscure Russian novel he had begun reading while perched at the edge of the bed.

Once you had showered, you unpacked your go-bag only to realise you had only packed shorts and a tank top as pyjamas, you were in the deep south in the middle of summer after all, and it was a million degrees outside. Immediately your heart started to race, you knew you had deep purple stretchmarks across your thighs, and the last thing you wanted was for Spencer to notice and thing badly of it. You shook your head, and thought to yourself, the last thing Spencer Reid will be looking at is my bare legs. You put on your PJs and head out of the bathroom and rush to the bed as quickly as you can, snuggling deep under the covers before Spencer can even look up.

You sit in a comfortable silence for what seemed like forever, Spencer speed-reading his novel, before you realise you’ve started to sweat.

“Is the AC on?” You ask him.

“Broken, I think.” He shrugs, not looking up from his book. He’s already changed into shorts and a Star Trek t-shirt, comfortably sitting atop of the sheets.

“It’s so warm in here.” You groan, staring at the ceiling and trying your best not to think about how warm you are.

“Get out under the sheets you fool.” He laughs and looks down to see you nestled up to your chin in the sheets. “Why are you under there if it’s so warm?”

You don’t reply, and don’t meet his eyes either. “What, are you worried I’m some kind of perv?” He asks, half-joking, half-serious. He doesn’t want you to think badly of him.

“Not at all!” You answer hurriedly, “it’s not that, I promise.”

“Well, what is it?” He’s genuinely curious. You look down at yourself under the sheets and back at him. “You’re not self-conscious, are you?” He doesn’t ask to ridicule you, it’s as though he’s genuinely surprised.

“Maybe.”

“Show me.”

“What?”

“I think you’re beautiful, and I want to see you.” You’ve never seen Spencer so forward; this is so unlike him at work, but you can’t help but blush at the order and cautiously step out of the bed. You trust him, more than anything.

You’re lingering awkwardly next to the bed, feeling his eyes rake across your body. He stops when he notices your stretch marks. “Is this,” he gestures to your legs, crawling across the bed to get a closer look, “what you were so worried about me seeing?”

You nod slowly and he tuts, disappointed. “Don’t you realise how beautiful you are?”

“Am not.” You don’t mean to be coy.

“You know, stretch marks, or striae distensae are caused by tearing of the dermis during periods of rapid growth but can also be caused by hormonal changes. Everybody gets them, but you are more likely if you have a genetic predisposition. Actually, I think they’re amazing.” He rambles, this is more like him.

“You do?”

#spencer x reader #Spencer x y/n #Spencer reid blurb #Spencer reid #criminalminds

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astrojulia · 11 months

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Unique and trendy: They strive to be different and stand out from the crowd. They have a penchant for staying ahead of the latest trends and discovering new things before they become popular. They take pride in saying, "I liked XXX before it was famous," and actively seek tools to enhance their uniqueness.

Curiosity-driven: They have an insatiable curiosity. They love acquiring knowledge and engaging in conversations about their interests. They never want to miss out on anything and often possess intricate details on various subjects. This curiosity can lead them to pursue careers in journalism, blogging, or research.

Disdain for being fooled: They have a strong aversion to being made fools of. They value their pride and self-worth, and if someone crosses the line and plays tricks on them, they will seek revenge without beating around the bush.

Forgiveness for personal liberation: While Leos do have the capacity to forgive, they primarily do it for their own well-being. They understand that carrying the burden of resentment and grief only hampers their own growth. Consequently, they may choose to leave certain people behind and focus on their personal development.

Passionate love: They are deeply romantic and express their love with intensity. They enjoy grand gestures, such as romantic dinners and love letters, and are known to have theme songs for their relationships. They believe in showcasing their affection early on and value the art of romance.

Fiery passion in intimacy: They exhibit creativity and passion in their sexual relationships. They aim to demonstrate their love both physically and emotionally, using sex as a means to express what words alone cannot convey. They strive to create a profound connection with their partner.

Natural charm and showmanship: They possess a natural flair for showmanship and charm. They excel at captivating an audience and radiating a caring demeanor without losing their own individual shine. They are often drawn to leadership roles and enjoy being the guiding light for a crowd.

Pursuit of success: They have an innate desire to lead a successful life. They are born with brilliance and have a relentless determination to leave their mark wherever they go. From a young age, they exhibit curiosity, and during adolescence, they begin working on their projects. As adults, they pursue extensive studies and strive for achievement.

Hidden feelings and qualities: They are individuals of extremes, often hiding aspects of themselves that they dislike. They may present themselves as either extremely extroverted or overly introverted, disregarding certain aspects of their personality. However, these suppressed qualities can eventually consume them.

Temptation and danger: Leos' curiosity and passion lead them to seek out thrilling and potentially dangerous experiences. Their zest for life can sometimes lead to unhealthy attachments or addictions that don't serve their well-being.

Creative minds: Ruled by Apollo, the god of arts, Leos possess a wide range of creative skills. They may excel in sewing, writing, painting, and various artistic pursuits. However, their true potential often lies in the realm of music, where they can channel their creative energies.

Romantic souls behind the spotlight: Despite the perception of Leos as stars, they cherish deep romantic connections in their hearts. They yearn for a soul mate who can make them truly happy and engage in a daily romance with that special person.

Selective nature: They enjoy the pursuit and consider themselves to be the ones selecting a unique and deluxe partner. To capture a Leo's attention, one must understand that they are the ones who have the privilege of dating someone exceptional, rather than providing tips on how to win them over.

Strong opinions and firmness: They possess strong personalities akin to their fiery nature. They appreciate being challenged in their viewpoints and relish the opportunity to engage in discussions and battles, confidently asserting their stance.

Natural politicians: When Leos recognize that not everyone enjoys the same privileges as they do, they become passionate advocates for equal rights. They willingly speak out and use their platforms, including social media, to address and raise awareness about the world's pain and injustices.

Storytellers with flair: They adore romance and enjoy weaving intricate tales about their lives and personalities. They have a knack for making their stories enchanting, incorporating magical elements and captivating details that fascinate others.

Sensitivity and energy absorption: As Apollo rules over Leos, they possess a heightened sensitivity. They absorb energies from their surroundings, which can sometimes misalign their natural state. To realign themselves, Leos may seek practices such as Reiki or chakra alignment.

Lie detectors: They possess an uncanny ability to detect lies in the air. Their intuition serves as a divination tool, allowing them to sense falsehoods. They may let the lie hang in the air until they find it necessary to expose and confront it.

Protective and prone to jealousy: They are known for their overprotective nature and their desire to care for their loved ones. Due to their aversion to lies and their sensitivity, they can occasionally succumb to feelings of paranoia and jealousy, fearing betrayal in their relationships.

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bit-b · 1 year

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The Pi's gone bad...

TL;DR: Raspberry Pi showcased police surveillance and police activity in a positive light. And that makes the Bit upsetti spaghetti. ------------------------------------ I don't know how many people on Tumblr are into geeky computer tech, but I felt like making a blog post to vent my frustrations about a recent goings-on. There's a company called Raspberry Pi that's been around since 2011 (with early development of Raspberry Pi starting around 2006). They're known for making small micro-computers the size of a credit card. It was originally an education initiative to get kids interested in coding. These computers run Linux, have a variety of ports for various uses and flexibility, and have a very low introductory cost. They've been utilized in all sorts of places. -Hobbyists used them in custom builds for robotics and automation. -Coders have used them to create all sorts of programs that help with entertainment, productivity, internet security, etc. -Educators have used them to help teach the fundamentals of Linux to students. It's a group and product that I've supported for a long time.

WELL, on December 8th, Raspberry Pi made a news post on their site announcing that they've hired a new person. Which is totally fine. It's good to see company growth. Only, this person was an ex-policeman in the UK surveillance division.

In the interview for the article, this ex-policeman said: “I used to be a police officer tackling serious organised crime and terror threats across the east of the UK. I was a Technical Surveillance Officer for 15 years, so I built stuff to hide video, audio, and other covert gear. You really don’t want your sensitive police equipment discovered, so I’d disguise it as something else. The variety of tools and equipment I used then really shaped what I do today.” "I started playing with Raspberry Pi hardware at home around the same time I started using Linux at work. I have used Raspberry Pi a lot in various police tactics over the years. They were dependable, low-cost, portable, and supported by such an awesome community. I tried almost every ‘fruit-based’ single-board computer out there, but I always came back to Raspberry Pi." Now, I don't blame Raspberry Pi for their computers being used as surveillance devices. It's a very open-source type of device. People are gonna get ideas. And sadly, using a micro-computer for this kind of job makes sense. HOWEVER, Raspberry Pi have full control over who they choose to hire. AND they have full control over what they choose to post to their website. If this hire and this information are things that they are happy to showcase to the world, I can't interpret this any other way than them endorsing their product for secret surveillance. Others saw it the exact same way. People went to the replies on Twitter and Mastodon to voice their concerns. But the social media manager chose to start blocking and hiding posts from people that were talking negatively about the ex-policeman and/or the article. To be fair, there were a LOT of hateful and trollish posts. And I DO NOT in any way support the harassment of anyone. Still it's not a good look to silence criticism on something so potentially contentious. It's ESPECIALLY not wise to word your replies to these comments in a dismissive and antagonistic way.

I don't know if they're still blocking people and hiding comments at this point. There seem to be plenty of angry comments left under their Twitter post. So I'm gonna guess they decided it wasn't worth trying to fight. On top of this issue, people continue to point out that it's legendarily difficult to purchase a new Raspberry Pi computer nowadays. The retailers that sell individual units can't seem to keep steady stock. This means that you either have to be VERY lucky when a supply drop happens, or you have to buy one of the scalped units being sold on either eBay or Amazon. The deluxe model is routinely sold for twice it's normal price.

That being said, if you're a business and want to buy a bulk shipment of Pi computers, that option is still readily available. Seems like the Pi company is more than happy to move inventory around if it means getting bulk batches out the door for businesses that want to stick Pi computers in random things (whether it be service devices or consumer products). And that's who I think Raspberry Pi's current REAL customers are: big businesses with big pockets. I don't completely believe that they hired this ex-policeman for the sole purpose of pushing the idea of using Pi computers in covert surveillance to law enforcement. That hinges on conspiracy talk. But I DO have a suspicion that someone in the marketing department saw the opportunity. The interview at times has an ere of advertisement. It puts Raspberry Pi computers in a position of looking like the perfect solution for police equipment. This is all my own interpretation. I can't really know 100% what their intentions were with this. I could be completely off on my assumptions, and they could turn around and say that it was a complete misfire on the PR side of things. What I do know is that I am now much more wary about Raspberry Pi. I once had interest in seeing how their newer units performed. But now I can't in good conscious hand my money over. I'm a major advocate of only allowing the police what they need within reason. And surveillance like this steps over that boundary. I was one of the first people who ordered the OG Raspberry Pi. I have great memories of learning Linux and tinkering around with it. It's one of the big reasons why I'm so interested in Linux today. I hope the Raspberry Pi company takes a minute to remember where they started. To remember their original goal. Making learning and computing accessible to all.

#raspberry pi #police #surveillance #spying #computer #linux #police state #checking under the sofa for microphones #why can't we just have nice things

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spagyricqueen · 14 days

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Fun thoughts and details

So, I like lore. I love Forgotten Realms. I have a shelf dedicated to adventure modules and game books spanning back to AD&D 2nd ed. I've been in this thing for a while. I played the original Baldur's Gate games when they were new. And Icewind Dale. Neverwinter Nights 1 and 2.

I fell in love with everyone's favorite pale elf. Admittedly, not because of his vampirism (although, sure, I liked it. It was a fun detail). I love elves. (I just think they're neat). I have a thing for white haired characters with youthful visages. It's a mystery, truly. I think I'm beginning to understand that my attraction to Astarion beyond his vampirism might put me in the minority. That's okay. I know I'm not alone in this, at least.

He's interesting. I love his growth as a character. His ability to work through his demons, show genuine and unexpected compassion, and remain delightfully sarcastic and hilarious.

All this to say that when I approach the writing of my ridiculously long fic, I meticulously keep in mind the world Astarion lives in, as if I were a DM running a Forgotten Realms campaign. I ask questions about the distances between locations, the topography, the climate, the socio-economic structure of different cities, history, alliances, enemies, religions, ecology. I subscribed to Ed Greenwood's (creator of the Forgotten Realms setting) YouTube channel and joined his discord, just to have more resources for information. I have the wiki open constantly (I really want to insert flumphs somewhere in the story - they deserve more recognition. Especially the cloisters, they seem cute). And hey, I may get a few things wrong here in there, as many DMs do, and that's okay too. If it works for the story, who cares?

As much as I love fun head canons, my brain screeches with, "But would that exist in Faerûn? Is that how it works?" and proceed to look up medieval/historical equivalents. Keeping in mind, too, that it's a magical world, where gods exist and they are flawed.

I keep a separate file open so that I can copy/paste words that have stresses in them, even!

Selûne

Faerûn

Ancunín

I like words.

Because I take so much time with such details, I have also gone ahead and rolled up a character sheet for Astarion in my narrative. While he is now mortal, he remains an arcane trickster rogue at level 12. In my story, he's blind, so he occasionally has a disadvantage to attack rolls and his perception (which is rather high) is limited to sound, touch, and smell. However, because of his adaptations, he's cleverly learned to use the Darkness spell to his advantage.

Starting at 4th level (subsequently 8th, 10th, and 12th), he got an ability score increase, plus a dual wielding feat (I flubbed this for story reasons). I used the level 1 character sheet that came with the deluxe edition of the game, and used those as his base stats (ignoring that there were probably already applied modifiers).

Here are the new stats I gave him.

STR: 8 (-1)

DEX: 19 (+4)

CON: 14 (+2)

INT: 17 (+3)

WIS: 15 (+2)

CHA: 13 (+1)

Based on these stats, in my narrative, Astarion has an improved memory (INT) out of necessity, and has become more measured in his decisions (WIS) as a result of his condition, forcing him to think through his actions with caution. His spells are limited to those that don't require line of sight (except I did have him blindly shoot a fire bolt at a barrel during those Underdark shenanigans because PLOT). And he can't use ranged weapons. But I think he's still a very interesting rogue.

Yes, this is a long post to explain how Astarion has grown as a person in my story. Because I am nerd.

#astarion #astarion fanfic #soft astarion #writing #forgotten realms #dungeons and dragons

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thedailygroom · 8 months

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yamamuragaku · 10 months

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Riku Birthday Lines 2023

Riku

I'm glad manager is celebrating me this year too. Will you continue to support me by my side?

Iori

Congratulations, Nanase-san. Please continue to sing for us, center. I'll support you with all my might.

Yamato

Happy birthday, Riku! Here, oniisan's deluxe omurice. Tell me what ketchup art you want.

Mitsuki

Riku, happy birthday! I really like watching what Nagi, Tamaki, and you get up to while I'm drinking.

Tamaki

Rikkun, happy bday! I'll do my best to play the tambourine for you, so let's go to karaoke next time!

Sogo

Happy birthday, Riku-kun. So that I can continue to work hard to make IDOLiSH7's music, let me hear your singing a lot.

Nagi

Riku, Happy Birthday! Did Tamaki invite you to karaoke? I'll show you my amazing maracas playing!

Gaku

Nanase, happy birthday. Would you like to visit us next time? Tenn would be happy, and Ryuu is eager to make you a meal.

Tenn

Happy birthday, Riku. Today is a very important day for us.

Ryunosuke

Riku-kun, happy birthday! Can you make time to come over next time? I want to celebrate with you and Tenn!

Momo

Happy birthday, Riku, tah-dah! It's rabbit ear loungewear! It'll definitely look good on you!

Yuki

Riku-kun, happy birthday. Your singing has become more free than before. I look forward to your growth.

Haruka

It was Nanase's birthday. We're both centers so we've been doing a lot of photoshoots together lately, so it wouldn't be weird if I sent him a RabbitChat right...?

Toma

Riku, happy birthday! Do you like Chinese food? You're probably celebrating with your members today, so let's celebrate next time.

Minami

It's Nanase-san's birthday. Today was at the top of the fortune rankings, so I`m certain he'll have a great day.

Torao

It's Nanase's birthday, so what RabbitChat will I send him? He sent me a strange stamp before, so I'll look for something funny.

Banri

Riku-kun, happy birthday! A lot of people congratulated you! It is proof you're adored by many people.

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#idolish7 #translation

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siphersaysstuff · 2 months

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ENERGON BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

February's Patreon @tfwiki pic update is on 2004's ENERGON, the awkward middle child of the Unicron Trilogy. Caught in the early stage of explosive franchise growth and pulled in too many directions. But there's good stuff in there. ROADBLOCK remains a solid, fun toy, turning from robot to crane-truck to heavily-armed half of a two-robot combiner.

The Autobots' two-bot-combiners gimmick was certainly an interesting attempt, but TOW-LINE really took the gimmick to more interesting places than most. He's his own combiner, with the lower half of his vehicle mode turning into a mobile battle-sled-thing separate from his robot mode.

Store exclusives were rare in Armada, but by Energon, Hasbro was ready to start pumping them out again, and boy did they. CHECKPOINT, a rededo of Rodimus, came in a Kmart "SWAT" 2-pack with a similarly deco'd Prowl. Back when Kmart was still a thing.

The Decepticons, rather than combining, got "hyper modes" and alternate vehicle modes that deployed more weapons. SIX SHOT, a redeco of Shockblast, is one of the better attempts, having a considerably-different "satellite" mode on top of his space-tank altmode.

Oh lawd he comin. OMEGA SENTINEL, a redeco of Omega Supreme, splits into a "construction vehicle" and "cruiser", each with a "platform" mode. The two can also join to for a "Cybertronian Armored Supertrain" but that wouldn't fit in the lightbox. Plus he can merge with Optimus Prime! Okay mainly he's a suit Prime wears, but there's attachment points for all of Prime's drone-vehicles as well.

With the franchise taking off, Hasbro looked to fill out Energon with more stuff. This Deluxe version of the Mini-Con HIGH WIRE came with a figure of human ally Kicker, rendered in the style of the then-current G.I.Joe toys. This set seemingly was not engineered by Takara, and it kinda shows.

Speaking of... oof. This set. Not to editorialize too much, but... the MEGA-DINOBOT set of GRIMLOCK and SWOOP is... well. Bad. Originally intended for the Universe line, it got shuffled into Energon, and similarly wasn't engineered by Takara. The result is a floppy, awkward mess. One of the very, very few Transformers toys in its 40-year run I'd call "bad".

(Also... yes, I re-did the Grimlock pic. Back in October, I used archive imagery for that update because, frankly, I'd forgotten I still owned this set. Upon discovery, I decided to redo the pic so it's crisper and better positioned. Still not a good toy though.)

Mind you... it's not like things were all roses on the other hemisphere. Takara made SL GRAND CONVOY, a smaller version of Optimus Prime without any of the good points of the larger figure. What IS that torso mode?! (This is the shinier "SL Grand Convoy & Kicker" 2-pack version. And it broke. Super-tight ankle joints made from clear-plastic? A recipe for disaster.)

Didn't mean to end on a down note. Here, have a pic of one of the line's absolute highlights, the Omnicons and Terrorcons, and their buildable energon weapons.

Energon was kind of all over the map, trying a lot and maybe lacking a strong cohesive theme because of it. Some damn good stuff, but also some genuine misses.

If you enjoy these runs through Transformers toy history, please consider tossing a coin into my Patreon ("gregstfwikipics" at patreon dot com). More support means I can devote more time to bigger updates with more images each month. There's still loads to do!

#transformers #transformers energon #energon #super link #transformers superlink #optimus prime #grimlock #tfwiki

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zexonyte · 23 days

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alright folks

i found this buried somewhere in my notes app and im 87% sure i wrote it bored out of my mind during english class. so have some crudely written 2000 or so words of Starman Headcanons (somewhat) (1/3)

metallic shell, organic insides (mostly)

some sort of affinity for magnetic fields. maybe how some grow spikes? like a long time exposure to strong magnetic fields makes them grow spikes. i can see it

born without their shell, forming it throughout childhood. it's the part that regenerates the fastest, but wounds or shell damage is still highly dangerous because it may make it grow in undesirable spots, such as inside your body, and the boosted growth endangers you even more. kinda like those boars with tusks that can pierce their own skull. and corals

speaking of corals. that's how they form the shell. just as giegue's species, starmen come from an aquatic planet with a shit ton of metallic matter suspended on it? is that the word? whatever its like ferrous water. they use it to build the shells like corals do. underneath it they bear resemblance to giegue's species if they were like tailless and earless and all

oh yeah both of those share a common ancestor. yea they're from the same planet. yea that strange camaraderie is part of why giegue's species allow the starmen to use PSI. ill get back to this later maybe

also giegue's species is a mouthful so im gonna call them gamers now

starmen reproduce mainly asexually through fragmentation. like starfish. why? i said so.

do they reproduce sexually too?? who the FUCK knows man but if they do it sure isn't internally

are they vertebrates? invertebrates? ¯_(ツ)_/¯ (probably invertebrates, or an alien version of that)

unlike popular belief their earth name isn't starmen because of them being aliens. it's because the one who named them was really into starfish. saw one's detached arm regenerating and was like "holy shit… it's like that weird ass fish i saw the other day"

everyone else understandably so didn't catch onto this because why would you and went with "ouughh Man from Stars.." which is succint and understandable but it's boring as hell. let me have this.

their sheer psychic prowess makes them highly sought after as mercenaries. modern starman society is somewhat shaped around this and ESPECIALLY around their gamer relatives

space mercenaries babey!

coming back to their shell. ghosts of starmen, aka starmen elders, have begun their decaying process and are losing their affinity with magnetic fields. can't regrow or renew shell anymore. die of normal causes like disease or regular Old Age typically but if not that aint saving them because they die for lobster reasons too.

however, they're still highly valued and sought after, not just because of their overall rarity compared to juvenile/younger starmen, but because they have untold years of skill and experience in conquest and battle. AND sheer psychic power even if they're slowing down a lil

this includes so-called ghosts of starmen (who are named for their ethereal physical appearance and not actually because they're ghosts, although that would be cool as hell i do think they at least deserve a break in the. afterlife. for aliens? they deserve a rest), starmen deluxe, and final starmen, these last ones having the highest demand (high skill and strength while still being relatively young)

starmen's shells can be branded with crests to show/pledge allegiance. many have or have had several crests at once. starmen with a single crest are choosing to display ultimate loyalty to a single power which sure as fuck means something to the cosmos. ALL those civilizations you could get hired by, and even among the nations who are allied/have peace together some still refuse to get more than one, which is seen as. rude as hell like what the fuck man we're pals

starmen nationalism??????? i GUESS????

not sure if that's the exact word, but whatever man english isn't my mother (heh) language

a starman without crests… ohh man. they know the system sucks ass and are also seen as kinda. dissidents. and pests because ???? you're a starman asshat what else are you good for. man i did not like writing that

#you ever write something thinking you're the shit and then look back and are like man. the fuck.#anyways #zexo's back on its bullshit

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