#my hopes are that this will be addressed in 9.5

[flibbetygibbetsbro]

Kay so I already posted this a month or so ago, but I find it very applicable to the fandom rn

The lore in Nightfall is actually insane. You're telling me that hundreds of humans went missing, and when the Elvin Leadership did NOTHING the humans revolted so hard-core that ya'll really had to DISSAPERE from their knowledge? "But it was to keep the peace!"

Nuh uh.

If you REALLY wanted peace you would have actually looked into the disappearances. That would have been waaay easier to pull off than erasing hundreds of minds and flibbety-dippen SINKING an entire city into the ocean. Despite Elven egos, I think that the council got scared. That's right. The humans you call dumb and violent SCARED you into hiding.  We ugly, weak, and untalented things decided enough was enough and you couldn't handle it.

What's extra crazy is the fact that the Elvin world has everything in their pockets OTHER THAN THE HUMANS. You're telling me that we idiots rule the Earth while you lock yourselves and others away? 

An even crazier thing is that Elves view themselves above everything, even if they won't admit it at the get-go. Ogres really are pissed about it. They are CRAZY strong but also incredibly intelligent. The average elf understands nothing about Biochemistry (other than extreme exceptions such as Lady Candace) yet Ogres have things that can wipe out entire species and put Elves in endless comas. "But the Neverseen used the sedative so they understand it!"

Nuh uh.

They stole the research from the Ogre scientists. (Or made a deal with the king I honestly don't remember at this point). They NEVER would have pulled that off without them. And guess what? Ogres are a generally violent species as well but the Elves keep them around. (Albeit on a short leash). 

The humans have a similar situation. Many times in the books a human story, invention, or belief is brought up only for someone to smugly say "They get that from us", or "he was inspired by ME". I believe there was also a scene where someone talks about how human "help" organizations were terminated because the information shared with them led to dangerous inventions. Don't you guys just love it when Elves claim credit for all good ever done by humans? But as soon as a nuclear power plant or bomb is mentioned (crazy complicated crap) it's suddenly the nasty humans and their dumb, violent minds. *insert eye-roll* Which is it? Are we smart or dumb? Are WE responsible or are YOU? Ya'll can't cherry-pick. Elves also pretend that they have control over humans, yet you can't stop an invention from destroying a Japanese City and ending a devastating war that killed more Jews than the average Elf could comprehend? If humans are so terrible, THEN WHY HAVEN’T YOU STOPPED US YET? WHY DIDN'T YOU KILL US WHEN YOU HAD THE CHANCE? oh that's right, you're too scared.

My final thought: The fact that HUMANS are what Vespera chose to "study". Why not Ogres or Trolls? Were humans the easier target, or was there some other reason? The fact of the matter is that Humans and Elves are more similar than either of us would like to admit. Ogre's minds are too different than an Elf's. Human minds are only different in the sense of how loud they are.  In fact, that's arguably the most important difference between us. We humans are loud, we feel intensely and love like nothing Elves would understand. For we love for our short lives while they wander on for eternity. The only reason we can handle violence is because we have to fend for ourselves. Elves have protectors and little green people to do their dirty work. Humans have to live through thick and thin, slavery, war, loss, and heartbreak. When Elvin minds shatter, our minds find ways to make it through. Lose someone? We make up afterlife after afterlife and history shows different religions arising when the general public needs a way to work through their violent and tiring lives. But maybe we AREN’T so different. The characters presented as able to handle violence/are inclined to it either had to suffer violence and neglect, lived through endless years of times before the treaties and the council, or spent time with humans. Take Fitz as a prime example. Bro legit beat the shit out of Alvar and trapped him in goo to die. NOTHING IN THE BOOKS SHOWS FITZ FEELING ANY GUILT FOR THIS. Hm...seems like a very "human" thing to do.

The real reason Elves fear us is because we're just an untethered form of themselves with shorter life spans and a lot less to lose. We feel more deeply, more “violently”. As the books go on the Council itself is presented in a more kick-butt way as they finally step up to Vespera and the horrors she caused. 

That sounds a lot like The Humans of Atlantice.

#my hopes are that this will be addressed in 9.5 #please send me asks and messages and stuff if you have more to add #id love to hear it #keeper of the lost cities #kotlc #kotlc fandom #keefe sencen #kotlc fitz #fitz vacker #kotlc vespera

[tealmaskmybeloved]

My Unorganized Thoughts About Pokémon Scarlet and Violet DLC: Part 1

Yes this is going to be a series. I'll be covering the Teal Mask, the Indigo Disk, and Mochi Mayhem

For now I'm covering the Teal Mask!

Overall, I enjoyed it a lot!

I loved how three dimensional the characters were, I liked the interactions with Ogerpon and the Player, and I adored the whole role-reversal with Ogerpon and the Loyal 3!!! The mini games were also a blast to do! (Even if one was Pokémon Snap XD)

THE LOYAL 3

The Loyal 3 are my new favorite group of legendary Pokémon (Sorry Hoenn Trio but you've been replaced)

I love their designs, their lore, them being villains and greedy little bastards. I also like how they can still be called the Loyal 3 because of the 4th member... but that's a discussion for Mochi Mayhem.

Also their designs are PEAK

My mischievous sons I love them

Just everything about them is top tier to me (except their shinies but that's to be expected... sigh)

KIERAN

KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN KIERAN MY BOYYYYYYY

I absolutely LOVE his whole arc and him being teased as a villain in the Teal Mask, like I was hoping for something like that with Hop in Sword and Shield and they fucking delivered it with Kieran.

I appreciate how they didn't make the characters (especially Kieran and Carmine) one dimensional. They're complex, they have issues, they're both at fault, and that's why I love them so much!!!

Only downside is WHY were we forced to lie to him KIERAN IM SORRY

Also love how his eyes just change and lose their shine when he's angry, that's a fun and cool and a bit spooky detail

Also his design is peak and it's just AJSJDJFJDJDJDJDJKFKK

(Side note: Is the strange purple mist that is seen when Kieran punches the shrine ever going to be addressed? At all???)

THE MOOSIC

They're all bangers, what can I say. If it's one thing that Pokémon nails every time, it's the music. Props to them.

My favorites are probably Kieran's final battle theme and the Loyal 3 theme.

BLOODMOON URSALUNA

SUCH A FREAKING COOL CONCEPT AND DESIGN

It makes me wonder if we'll ever seen other Bloodmoon Pokémon, as well as what caused this one to be this way? Is it an evolution thing? Is it a curse?

Love that design, I would spend every penny to have a plush of it

SUMMARY

Plot: 9.5/10

Characters: 10/10

Music: 10/10

Pokémon Lore: 1000/10

Overall: 9.5/10

(The 0.5 is the still unexplained purple mist that my brain won't ever shut up about)

#ari rambles #pokemon #pokemon the teal mask #pokemon kieran #the loyal 3 #bloodmoon ursaluna #Pokémon review

[forjongseong]

subside // jay (ENHYPEN)

pairing: secretary!jay x CEO!fem!reader (minisode part 8 of the series)

genre: office!au, fluff // warning: older reader; Jay calls reader “Boss” // wc: ~1.5k

previous chapters:

part 1 - carmesí part 2 - mi reina part 3 - millones part 3.5 - hasta los dientes part 4 - vente conmigo part 5 - tusa part 5.5 - apaga y vámonos part 6 - versos de placer minisode part 1 - cuando nadie ve part 6.5 - yo te quiero más minisode part 2 -la niña de mis ojos part 7 - aeropuerto minisode part 3 - falling autumn minisode part 4 - night night part 8 - ambulancia minisode part 5 - subtítulos part 9 - al caer la noche minisode part 6 - after last night part 9.5 - the way you look tonight part 10 - mon soleil minisode part 7 - daylight

next chapters:

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summary: after an upsetting phone call, you walk out of your office to the nearest cafe to cool down. you didn't expect your secretary to follow you.

author’s notes: here's to a little sfw minisode for the carmesimps! welcome to minisode part 8.

this one is set before the very first episode, where Jay is still adjusting to the new work life and trying his best to figure out his boss. as you can see, the man is a gentleman from the start 🥰

I chose 'subside' as the title because I think that's what CEO!yn's anger does whenever she's with Jay. he calms her down 🥺💖

also, let's see if you get any of the references and/or easter eggs here. feel free to leave a message for me (with or without the anon feature) and I hope you stay tuned for part 11! if you like this minisode please send pics of bread smile jay to my asks...

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You barged out of your office looking pissed, shoving your phone into your pocket, and leaving your office door to close on itself. Jay leaped to his feet and smoothed his shirt down before scrambling over to catch up to you.

“Is there anything you need, Boss?” He asked, trying to keep up with your pace.

The high heels you were wearing made a loud clicking sound, effectively gaining the attention of all your staff. You glided through the room ignoring the way heads were turning to see you. Their gaze then shifted to Jay, who looked visibly in panic.

You pressed the button to the elevator and waited for it to reach your floor. Jay caught up to you just in time as the doors opened. You walked in, and he followed behind you. You stood in silence as the elevator took you both to the office lobby. From the reflection, you could see that Jay was cautiously eyeing you.

The moment the elevator dinged, you did not even wait for it to open all the way before stepping out of it. The gears in Jay’s head started turning, figuring the right way to properly address you and inquire as to what was actually happening.

You were walking too fast, though. Jay kept a modest distance from you, following you but still giving you space, and as he did so he could not help but look at your feet.

Damn, she sure walks fast in killer heels, he thought.

He then noticed that you were heading to a nearby café, one that you and your employees would frequent. As you walked up the steps, Jay quickly made his way beside you and held the door open for you. You gave him a sharp look before entering, and Jay swore he held his breath for a couple of seconds there.

The café was quiet except for a couple of people sitting in some of the tables. You headed straight for the cashier and placed your order. When the barista asked if it would be all, you paused and then turned towards your secretary.

“What’s your order?”

Clearly, Jay was too stunned to even answer. All he managed to say was a couple of ‘uuh’s and you clicked your tongue, deeming that he was taking too long. You ended up ordering him a cup of iced americano which seemed like the safest choice since it was all what your employees ever ordered.

They made your order in no time, and you were quick to grab both cups and head to an empty table. Jay was waiting for you there and he pulled your chair for you, not sitting down until you were already seated comfortably. You pushed his drink to his side before silently taking a sip of your hot vanilla latte. Jay winced as he could see the smoke coming out of your cup, yet you did not even blow on your latte once before drinking it.

“If it’s something regarding work, I honestly think you should tell me so I can figure out a way to help you out,” Jay said after taking a tiny sip of his americano.

“Aren’t you a doll,” you muttered.

Okay, she’s pissed pissed.

You saw the color change in Jay’s face and within seconds your gaze softened.

“I just got off a call with my parents,” you finally explained, “they can be a bummer sometimes.”

Jay mouthed ‘ah’ as a response and nodded firmly. It seemed like it was too personal of an issue for him to ask more about, so he remained silent for most of the time.

“You didn’t have to follow me, you know,” you said. You were typing on your phone and as you ended your sentence you locked your phone and turned it upside down on the table.

Jay shrugged. “I’m your secretary and it’s kind of my duty to know where you are at all times.”

You raised an eyebrow, mentally questioning if he had the job description of a bodyguard mixed up with his actual profession. Jay kept his eye contact with you and smiled awkwardly, sort of what people would refer to as a bread smile. You blinked once before shifting your gaze and looking out the window.

As you were preoccupied with people-watching, Jay made sure to be as subtle as possible as he observed you. He had his phone in his hand, and he was looking down like he was scrolling through it, but his eyes were scanning you. He noticed how the strands of your hair were starting to fall out from the tight ponytail you wore. He noticed how your neck was slightly damp with sweat from all the walking. He noticed how your nails were perfectly manicured in a crimson red color that he has now deduced as your signature color, the one that matched your lips.

From a quick scan of your outfit, he also knew that you took dressing up very seriously, which is why the office had a strict dress code. He remembered when he first started working—he was shocked to see people with different kinds of hairstyles but with outfits that almost looked like a uniform. Today, you were wearing high-waisted slacks in a greyish blue color paired with a simple silky long-sleeve button-down in white. There were no jewelry adorning your neck or your hands, except for the dainty Daniel Wellington on your left wrist.

His gaze fell back to your face—your once knitted eyebrows were now relaxed, and you were still following the people outside with your eyes. You shook your cup once and noticed that your drink was almost finished. As you were about to stand up, you heard Jay clear his throat.

“You know,” he began, “it’s such a bummer that Islam, Christianity, and Judaism have all been fighting each other for...”

Jay tried to stifle back a laughter and your eyebrows furrowed as you silently judged him.

“For centuries,” he continued. “Hinduism, on the other hand, they never had any beef.”

You snorted and almost choked when you tried to hold back your laugh. Meanwhile, Jay was giggling uncontrollably at your reaction. You looked away and tried your best to not smile, but you failed. All you did was bite your lip, look down, and let your shoulders shake from the silent laugh.

“So you like those type of jokes?” Jay asked. Your expression switched and within a second you were glaring at him again. He shrugged it off and began talking about his daily life with his flat mates.

You found his voice to be oddly comforting. The way Jay spoke was fast, and sometimes he mumbles his words, but he carried himself with such confidence that just made you want to listen. Occasionally, he would look right into your eyes in hopes for a reaction, and sometimes all you gave him was the raise of an eyebrow, a side smirk, or a light chuckle.

After you both finished your drinks, you grabbed your phone and decided it was time to head back to the office. Jay understood this and stood up before you, but when you pushed your chair back to stand up, you paused, and then sat back in your seat.

“What’s wrong?” He asked.

You carefully took your heels off and found both your feet covered in painful blisters.

“I didn’t bring my purse,” you sighed, more to yourself.

“Wait here.”

Before you could even respond, Jay was already bolting out of the café. You saw him crossing the road to reach a convenience store and it did not take long for him to come running back to you, a little box of band-aids in his hand.

“Thank you,” you said, reaching out for the band-aids.

Jay held it away from you and shook his head. “Let me.”

You had never let anyone touch your feet before, not even store staff when you were buying shoes and they were trying their best to give you the most extra service. Jay handled you with care, lifting your feet one by one and resting them on his thigh as he neatly placed the band-aids over your blisters. Once he checked that everything was covered, he put your heels back on your feet and for a second there you felt like you were a Disney princess.

His phone rang and you were snapped out of your daydream. You stood up while he held your arm to support you, his other hand answering the phone.

“Yeah, she’s with me,” you heard him say. “Don’t worry.”

You both walked back to the office in a pace that was much slower than before. Jay was now walking beside you instead of behind you, and he was no longer pressured to ask how you were doing or start a conversation. He was afraid that opening his mouth might cause him to burp since coffee would always make him feel gassy.

His mind was also preoccupied with the idea of finding a pair of shoes for you that are elegant, work-appropriate, and will never hurt your feet.

-END-

© forjongseong 2023, all rights reserved

another author's note: disclaimer! the joke that Jay cracked is not my own! I got it from this hilarious tiktok and if you ever need a better visual representation of how Jay was telling the joke, you'd better watch that video 🤣

read the next part: your princess, my queen

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[swan-of-sunrise]

Endgame (Chapter Two)

Summary: Armed with coordinates and a solid battle plan, the Avengers hunt Thanos down in the hopes of retrieving all six Infinity Stones to bring the Vanished back, but are quickly met with a shocking discovery.

Pairing: Steve Rogers X Reader

Word Count: 2.1k

Warnings/Disclaimers: None

A/N: This chapter’s on the shorter side but if you know what’s about to happen then you already know why (obligatory heads-up for sadness and angst in this one lol) Thank you for reading, I hope you all enjoy!

Chapter Two (Previous Chapter)

“Looks like you’re one of the ones with an added leg-up on this mission, hot-shot,” Natasha commented, casting a wary glance over at the towering Benatar while they waited for Rocket and Nebula to finish up their last-minute repairs to the spacecraft. “I’ve done a whole lot of things as a Black Widow, a S.H.I.E.L.D. agent and an Avenger, but I can’t say that I’ve ever traveled through space before.”

(Y/N) cracked a small smile as she fastened the last of her Asgardian armor over her new tactical suit. “Well, imagine you’re on the world’s fastest roller-coaster in the middle of a kaleidoscope and that kaleidoscope is trapped in a 9.5 magnitude earthquake, and that’s sort of what it’s like. Oh, and there’s a slight chance that you might pass out; that’s what happened to us after we escaped Sakaar and traveled to-” As she spoke, Natasha shuddered and Steve’s face paled, so she thought it best to quickly backtrack her words. “That’s only when you’re traveling through a jump-point, though! Normal space travel’s just like flying in a Quinjet or a helicopter, only the view is much prettier than anything you might see here on Earth and spaceships are a hell of a lot safer than a damn helicopter.”

“When I was a little kid, I always used to daydream about going to space…” The super-soldier sighed as he tugged his finger-less gloves on, the sorrow filling his features telling her that he was thinking about Carina. “Never thought that something like this would finally get me there.”

“Ship’s ready, humies!” Rocket announced across the manicured lawn of the Avengers Facility. “We just gonna stand around staring at each other all day or what?”

(Y/N) rolled her eyes at the raccoon’s attitude but followed Natasha and Steve as they boarded the Benatar for the first time. The trio took their seats in the second row of the spacecraft’s roomy flight deck, sitting in front of Rhodes and Thor and behind Rocket and Carol while Bruce and Nebula were seated on the lower level; for the first time in three weeks, the Asgardian didn’t look away when (Y/N)’s gaze met his and judging by the hint of a smile he gave her, he was feeling confident in their plan to acquire the Infinity Stones from Thanos and bring the Vanished back.

The spacecraft’s engines roared to life and once all of them fastened themselves into their seat harnesses, Rocket piloted them off the ground and up through the skies towards the planet’s upper atmosphere. Noticing how both Steve and Natasha were tensing up in nervous anticipation, (Y/N) nudged their shoulders and rested her hands palms-up on their shared armrests in an open invitation; the spy immediately latched onto her hand without taking her eyes off the flight deck’s viewport ahead but Steve was slower, tightly threading their fingers together and bringing their joined hands up to kiss the exposed skin above her engagement ring. They shared a knowing look before glancing over at Carol as she remarked with a reassuring smile, “Trust me, you get used to it.”

“Easy for you to say, Danvers, you glow and fly around shooting plasma bolts out of your fists for a living…” Natasha grumbled under her breath and (Y/N) bit back a smirk of amusement.

When Earth began to grow smaller through the flight deck’s viewports, Rocket turned around in his seat to address all of them. “Okay, who here hasn’t been to space?” Steve, Natasha and Rhodes all raised their hands. “You better not throw up on my ship.”

“Approaching jump in three…” Nebula called out as Steve’s hand gripped (Y/N)’s with a bruising force. “…two…” Natasha held her breath and braced herself against the back of her seat. “…one!”

The Benatar shot through the jump-point at breakneck speed and they were encased in swirling shades of blue and purple, speeding through space so quickly that all the stars around them appeared as fleeting streaks of white light. (Y/N) glanced over at Steve in time to watch his azure eyes widen in awe and despite the seriousness of their situation, she felt herself smile at the endearing sight. The moment they exited the jump-point at their final destination, however, her smile fell; the spacecraft hovered in orbit before the orange-colored planet where Thanos intended on living out the rest of his days, happy and satisfied in the knowledge that his plan to balance the universe had succeeded. He won’t be happy for very much longer, she thought as her jaw clenched tight, not if we have anything to say about it.

“That’s my cue.” Carol unclasped her seat harness and disappeared into the bowels of the Benatar; moments later, she appeared outside of the spacecraft and her voice spoke through their comm links. “I’ll head down for recon.” The captain flew off towards the tranquil planet while the rest of them finished planning and preparing for their impending fight with the Mad Titan.

(Y/N) had gotten up to help Natasha reboot the newly-repaired Hulkbuster armor for Bruce and was in the middle of adjusting her worn golden-yellow cloak when she saw Steve staring down at the familiar faded photograph of Peggy Carter pasted into the lid of his old compass; several years ago, she would’ve felt a pang of jealousy at the sight but now that she was older and their relationship had matured, she understood Steve’s connection to the remarkable woman and that there was nothing to feel insecure about. Throughout her groundbreaking life, Peggy Carter always seemed to know just what to do and if (Y/N) were being honest, she’d give just about anything to hear Peggy’s advice if it meant they’d win against Thanos and succeed in bringing everyone they’d lost back.

Natasha, who also noticed Steve and the weathered compass clutched tight in his hand, pursed her lips as her green eyes filled with sympathy. “This is gonna work, Steve.”

“I know it will.” After a moment, Steve closed the compass lid and looked up at the spy, the barest hint of fear in his gaze and a wavering edge to his voice as he continued. “Because I don’t know what I’m gonna do if it doesn’t.”

(Y/N) crossed over to where her fiancé sat and wrapped her arms around his shoulders, pressing a kiss onto his jaw before nuzzling into his neck and listening to his steady heartbeat. “I promise that whatever happens down there, sweetheart, you won’t have to face it alone.” She tightened her hold on him as he leaned into her embrace. “I love you.”

Steve sighed and maneuvered his head so he could kiss her lips. “I love you too, sunshine.”

“No satellites, no ships, no armies…” Carol’s voice announced through their comms and they all turned toward the spacecraft’s viewport to see her fly up to it. “No ground defenses of any kind. It’s just him.”

(Y/N) and Steve exchanged a look as Nebula’s raspy voice filled the flight deck. “And that’s enough.”

The Benatar’s thrusters activated and Rocket piloted the spacecraft down through the planet’s upper atmosphere and into its clear blue sky littered with snow-white clouds; it was a tranquil planet, covered in trees and grass and peppered with stunning waterfalls of crystal-clear water, and (Y/N)’s blood boiled in rage at the thought of Thanos retiring to somewhere so beautiful after committing such heinous atrocities throughout the entire universe. The raccoon landed the spacecraft behind a dense forest of trees, out of sight of Thanos’ small hillside farm but close enough to journey there on foot, and they wasted no time, gathering their weapons and making their way through the trees towards their destination.

“Nice retirement project.” Once their group stopped by the trees bordering Thanos’ crops, Carol squared her shoulders and turned to face them as her body began to glow with cosmic energy. “Let’s pay this loser a visit, shall we?”

Carol shot off into the sky and blasted her way into the Mad Titan’s spacious farmhouse while Rhodes and Bruce followed in their respective armored suits; the sounds of battle echoed throughout the once-silent farm as all three heroes worked to restrain Thanos, and the rest of them began making their way up the path to the farmhouse. Once Rhodes gave him the signal through the comms, Thor burst into the farmhouse and Thanos bellowed in pain as the Asgardian severed his gauntlet-clad arm off with Stormbreaker.

(Y/N) exchanged an anxious look with Natasha and gripped her blaster’s shoulder strap as they followed Steve up the steps and into the farmhouse; inside, Thanos was kneeling on the floor and being restrained by Carol and Rhodes, while Bruce held him at repulsor-point and Thor brandished his blood-soaked battle axe. Rocket was the first to reach the severed arm but froze in shock when he flipped the heavy limb over to reveal six empty settings where the Infinity Stones once rested. “Oh, no.”

(Y/N)’s heart jolted in her chest and she glanced up to meet Steve’s eyes, an unsettling feeling beginning to form in the pit of her stomach; her emotions were reflected in her fiancé’s face but he did his best to bury them as he turned to face Thanos. “Where are they?”

When Thanos didn’t immediately answer, Carol’s glowing arm tightened around his neck. “Answer the question.”

“The universe required correction. After that, the stones served no purpose beyond temptation.”

“You murdered trillions!”

Bruce shoved the Mad Titan across the room, where he landed hard on the ground and spat out, “You should be grateful!” The Hulkbuster’s metal fist slammed into his charred purple face and stopped him from saying anything more.

Natasha’s green eyes shone with unshed tears and her voice shook as she took a step closer to Thanos and repeated Steve’s question. “Where are the stones?”

“Gone. Reduced to atoms.”

With her panic steadily rising, (Y/N) impulsively slung her blaster’s strap off her shoulder and aimed the weapon directly at Thanos’ smirking face, unbothered by the sudden threat of violence she found herself displaying. “We know you used the stones two days ago, so tell us where they are. Now.”

“I used the stones to destroy the stones. It nearly killed me, but the work is done…it always will be.” Her blood ran cold as the Mad Titan’s self-satisfied smirk widened, obviously relishing in their growing dread as they realized what had happened. “I am…inevitable.”

Hot tears formed in (Y/N)’s eyes as he repeated the same words he spoke to her back in Wakanda and she forced herself to look away, her knuckles tightening painfully around her blaster and her breath coming out in uneven puffs while all around her, the others were struggling to grapple with the seriousness of their situation. “W-We have to tear this place apart, he has to be lying-”

“My father is many things,” Nebula interrupted Rhodes’ rambling, her gaze trained on Thanos as a grim expression overtook her features. “A liar is not one of them.”

There was a subtle shift in Thanos’ demeanor and he looked up at his adoptive daughter with an emotion akin to pride written across his face. “Thank you, daughter. Perhaps I treated you too harshly.”

The sudden sound of Stormbreaker slicing through the air barely made (Y/N) flinch, her body entirely numb as she watched the Mad Titan’s decapitated head roll across the farmhouse’s floor. The others were in various states of shock, with a horrified Rocket being the only one to break the heavy silence engulfing the room. “What did you do?”

“I went for the head…” Thor replied, his voice shaking with grief and his eyes filling with tears. Without looking at any of them, the defeated Asgardian turned and walked out into the field of crops, his bloody battle axe still clutched tight in his hand.

Nebula, with the blood of her adoptive father speckled across her face, knelt down beside his severed head and closed his vacant eyes. Natasha and Rhodes were crying silent tears while Rocket sat on the farmhouse’s steps and buried his face in his hands, and both Carol and Bruce were at a loss for words as they stood and stared at Thanos’ body. (Y/N) hadn’t realized that her blaster was still raised until Steve’s hands came into view and gently pulled the weapon out of her bruising grip; her own hands were trembling as she covered her mouth and her shoulders shook with suppressed sobs, the feel of the super-soldier’s arms wrapping around her waist from behind proving to be the final straw. (Y/N) spun around and buried her face into Steve’s chest, her muffled cries echoing throughout the farmhouse as his own tears dampened her hair.

Steve held her against him even when her legs lost their strength but no matter how tight his grip on her was, there was nothing he could do to prevent her heart from shattering as she grappled with the knowledge that they’d lost. Their friends – some of the only family that either of them had – and their own daughter were truly gone forever, all because of Thanos.

“I am…inevitable.”

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A/N: I mean...you know I had to do it, right?? Lol at least we all know that things will eventually get happier for them both! Thank you all so much for reading and commenting! I’ve created a Spotify playlist inspired by this series, and I’ll be updating it every time I upload a new chapter. Enjoy!

Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5L6MERx3PIydW3FyNPqYvl?si=6e6119bc3e8b49d0

Chapter Three

“Endgame” Masterlist

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[unloneliest]

album asks: Songs for Pierre Chuvin? (or Goths if that one’s already taken)

hi bestie!!!!!! <3 hope life is treating u well !!!!!! ty for the ask!!!!!!!! songs for pierre chuvin holds such a tender place in my heart, it came out at just the right moment in time. i do usually listen to the whole thing in one go though so this was a tricky one!!

the best song on the album: i think exegetic chains is as magic as this year, just in a quieter way, and that wins it the best song spot for me. it feels so completely and directly addressed to the listener as an individual?

my favorite song on the album: their gods do not have surgeons, i think, but i do mostly listen to the album in full! i have like. a lot of grief for the ways christianity wiped out celtic religions and well! this song & album in general sure as fuck speak to that.

my least favorite song on the album: i love january 31 438 but the intro to it really throws me? it's self aware of the audience in a way that isn't present in early tmg lo-fi and it's a snag to my mind, in the listening experience.

the most overrated song on the album: i don't think i've seen much discussion of individual songs on the album??? just appreciation for the timing with which it was released, which i'm super in agreement with.

most underrated: i have to say i love going to lebanon 2 a LOT for having a white sky. white sky motif is present in only a couple other mountain goats songs but going to lebanon is one of them & so is seeing daylight & the picture that's painted by connecting those songs is really interesting to me? and not something i think a lot of people would be connecting when listening to it so i have to shout out the white/milk sky motif here.

the banger of all bangers: i'm gonna say january 31 438! let me go down dancing! let me be the last one left!

rate from 0-10: 9.5. it's incredible.

#jam replies #mithridic #friends #songs for pierre chuvin #tmg posting #sorry abt the delay on answering this!!

[imaginewriting1]

falling

Ariana Grande x youtuber!reader

Part 9.5 of "positions"

Part 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5.5 (1) | 5.5 (2) | 5.5.5 | 6 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9

You had been there before, having feelings for someone who might not reciprocate. So you knew how to act, how to keep it under wraps.

You managed to maintain a distance from Ariana for two weeks before she requested to FaceTime you instead of texting per normal. You figured it was her most urgent attempt to reach you. If it was any other time, the effort would have you elated - like a teenage girl being waved at by her crush. However, when you had been half-heartedly avoiding her, you felt the tiniest bit of dread. You couldn't do it any longer without feeling guilty either.

Her pronounced pout was the first thing that appeared on your screen, and you wonder how you managed to stay away all this while.

"Hey." You waved, putting on a placating smile.

Ariana barely concealed her eye roll. "Don't hey me. Who is keeping you away from me?"

Me, myself, and I - you thought about the irony of it. "Work. You know how clients are." It wasn't that much of a lie, since you did busy yourself by taking up gigs, hoping that it'll serve as a form of distraction and a credible excuse. However, now that you said it out loud, you knew that it was bullshit knowing how you would have dropped everything to spend time with her - like you did before.

Ariana's eyes narrowed before huffing. "You're lucky I do." In a blink, something softer reflected in them. "Are they still holding you hostage?"

"I have some loose ends to tie up today." You replied truthfully.

"So you'll be free tomorrow?"

"Yeah, I will be." You say. It's not like you could ever say no to her, not that you ever want to. "Do you want to come over or should I go to you?"

Your question made her pause unexpectedly like it was particularly hard to decide. Still, you waited patiently for her answer.

"I'll come to you."

-

You were both lying on top of your duvet, taking a breather.

It was surprising, to say the least, when Ariana appeared at your doorstep at 12 pm sharp, when you were still in the shirt you wore to sleep. Her response to you asking "don't you usually come by in the evening?" was simply "making up for lost time" and had you practically backtrack all the way back to your bedroom.

All your fears seemed to disappear when Ariana's hands were on you. Maybe this is enough, you thought, as you free-fall backward onto your bed.

"I was thinking," Ariana spoke up, breaking your concentration from your stare-off with the ceiling. "We should have dinner."

Your mind started to whir again after being blissfully blank. You shifted around to grab your phone. "Sure we can get takeouts. What are you craving?"

"I meant like at a restaurant."

It wasn't exactly out of the blue, but it was the first time in a while since she suggested a public outing. Instead, you jumped at the chance to make a timely joke. "You want to eat out?"

You laughed along with her, before addressing your main concern. "Aren't you worried about the paparazzi?

"Don't worry about them, or about what my publicist said. I'm sure I could think of ways to deal with being famous." Ariana sat up and flipped her hair theatrically. You would have chuckled at her antics, but you were too busy trying not to look at the sweat gleaming on her skin.

"Alright, I'll take your word for it, Grande."

-

If not for Ariana's defeated 'fuck' after the fifth phone call she had made, you wouldn't have known that her plans were being thwarted.

"Seems like everyone had the same idea of renting out restaurants today. Too bad I didn't plan for this earlier." Ariana sighed in frustration, running through her hair in a manner that had you wincing.

You reached out to hold her hand still before it could cause further damage to her scalp. "I may know a place," You suggested, "it's Italian, with in-house handmade pasta and all that. How does that sound?"

"That sounds really good actually." Ariana perked up but her smile remained cautiously small. "Are you sure we can get a table on such short notice?"

"I'm sure they might make an exception for me, being famous and all." You paraphrased her words, watching Ariana's shoulders relax with a laugh.

"We should head there early, to beat the dinner crowd." She advised you.

"I'll go get change." You replied, heading towards your closet. You decided on a simple black suit jacket over a white shirt and a pair of jeans - a perfect mix of formal and casual, and as a real treat to your feet, you decided to wear your blue sneakers for the first time. "Do you want to borrow my clothes?" You asked as you finished putting the shirt buttons in place.

Ariana had worn a black dress when she came by (now discarded on the floor somewhere), obviously meant for fine dining. However, since the place you brought up had a casual setting, she might be more comfortable wearing something else.

She put on one of your t-shirts (after you pointed out how hoodies or sweatshirts are too iconic on her to be a disguise) and a simple pair of jeans. You fitted a cap over her head and slid a pair of lensless glasses over her ears. "I know they're not exactly your style but that's the whole point of it." You justified, as she checked her reflection in the mirror. She looked better in your clothes than you do, anyway.

"Thank you." Ariana's voice broke you out of your reverie, and you realized that you had spoken out loud.

You felt your ears heating up as you smiled bashfully. "Are we ready to go then?"

You could call it a mistake, offering up your hand. But when Ariana took it, gently prying your fingers apart to fill up the spaces with her own, you couldn't bring yourself to let go. You only do so to grab a pair of sneakers for her. The restaurant was close by and it was easier to walk with them than high heels.

The stroll was enveloped in the kind of quietness that calmed you. You were content with listening to the rustling of leaves and chirping of birds, enjoying the cooling night breeze and the warmth of her palm.

When you arrived at your destination, you observed that the restaurant was definitely more crowded than usual, but unlike Ariana, you had no issues getting a table, not when you had special favors from being a regular. The two of you were shown to a private table at the back promptly as you requested. After you were seated and introduced to the menus, the waiter left. A few moments later, you heard a recognizable voice.

"It's been a while, my favorite customer." She greeted, before turning towards Ariana inquisitively, "And her date. Welcome!"

You looked up from your menu, smiling at the chef owner's presence. "Hey, Chef. Thanks for giving us a table on such short notice."

"You're welcome. Would you like your usual?"

You declined politely, "No, I'm trying to stop eating meat."

It was a funny sight, watching Ariana and Chef raising their eyebrows in sync. "Alright, I'll leave you two with the menu. Signal to a waiter if you are ready to order."

True to your word, you opted for vegetarian pasta while Ariana ordered a vegan special as per the waiter's recommendation.

"You don't have to eat meatless food just because I do." She said after the waiter left with your orders.

"Well, I do it for Piggy. Don't want her to bite me again." You watched in wonder when Ariana threw her head back in soft laughter.

Your orders arrived mid-conversation, but they don't deter you from talking and exchanging stories in between bites. You looked around to see other patrons enjoying their dinner with their respective companies. There were more couples than usual, but it was nothing unusual, given what today was.

Your mind took flight for a moment, wondering what it's like to have that, to be them. However, your eyes found their way back to Ariana, pulling you back to reality. You realised that you don't need to wonder, not went you already had a taste of it, not went you could have the full course meal if you just asked for it.

"Hey." She called out gently, breaking you out of your thoughts. "You looked like you were a thousand miles away."

"Sorry, I was just thinking about-"

You cut yourself short when you spot a waiter walking towards the table with two plates. You don't recall ordering anything else. "Compliments of the chef, vegan tiramisu." After placing them in front of you and Ariana, the waiter went away with your request to thank Chef on your behalf.

"She's so sweet," Ariana commented while snapping pictures of the desert with her phone. "How did the two of you become so close?"

You replied after swallowing the first bite. "Probably the week when I visited for three consecutive days. I was going through a stressful situation and her food comforted me. They were the closest thing I had to a home-cooked meal."

"I can see why." Ariana nodded understandingly after polishing her fork clean. "It's not just the food, the ambiance and decor are so warm and cozy - and the smell..." She took a deep breath in, a gesture so endearing you caught yourself doing the same. "It's so wonderful, so homey."

"Exactly. It's like a home away from home."

"Like yours." She supplied, and you had a sudden urge to reach out across the table to hold her hand. You settle for freeing your grip from your fork and grabbing the glass of water to drown the impulse.

"I'm thankful that you brought me here."

You gulped, "You're more than welcome."

-

Dinner ended when you realized you were the last customer for the night. You left a generous tip as an apology for staying way past closing time, even when Chef and the serving staff assured you that they were more than happy to accommodate.

With Ariana's car parked at your house, she had to walk back with you to retrieve it. "Maybe we should have driven here instead." You mused out loud, feeling a little regretful for causing her inconvenience.

"Nope, it was a good idea to walk." Ariana squeezes your arm. "It helps with digestion, and god knows how full I am." As the two of you rounded the corner, she continues. "Besides, it's a nice night to have a stroll.

It was true, with the stars and moon guiding you back home. You got to play the part of a romantic lead by lending Ariana your jacket at the first signs of shivers.

When you found yourself in the liminal space between your doorstep and Ariana's car, neither of you made a move toward your respective places. The both of you stood there expectantly, yet unsure of what each other wanted. It's a strange but not unpleasant feeling - not wanting to head home just yet. Or rather, not wanting the night to end. A small voice in you told you to take the lead, so you listened.

You had never asked this question in a while, but perhaps it's time to do so.

"Do you want to come in?"

Ariana's answer was so quiet you almost thought you imagined it. "Yes."

It was different, but not unusual, for the two of you to sit on the couch in the living room. You had never really thought much about what to do next after inviting Ariana into your house verbally.

That was because, usually, you didn't have to. All it took was Ariana wrapping her legs around your waist as soon you opened the door, pushing you back to your bed. It was routine, easy and compliable.

However, since you already completed that task earlier today, there was technically nothing else on the schedule. If you thought about it, you could find humor in how you and Ariana did the wine and dine in reverse - eating dessert first, so to speak.

Not that it was a bad thing, as was the silence. You were both full from a meal after all and needed some time to digest the food and the events that happened today.

What did eat away at you, was the lack of compulsion to turn on the television. Normally, you would have filled the space with a motion picture and white noise, but something told you not to. Instead, the black screen seemed to be watching you instead, or rather, reflecting the way you and Ariana are positioned.

Your body was angled towards her, like a comma, but still facing the screen in front of you. Her knees were barely touching your right one, her fingers fidgeted on her lap.

The urge you thought you had sunk rises back up in you, this time pushing you to kiss her.

If this was a movie, the moments leading up to now would lead to the confession scene. If there was one thing you learned from all the films you had watched, doing nothing often led to regret.

Olivia was right, you have to tell her how you felt. But what if that ruined everything? Text messages that helped you get through a stressful day, phone calls reminding each other to eat, telling her to take it easy, asking you to stay up with her on days when sleep evaded her.

But what if she felt the same? Yes, you knew that Ariana had trauma from her previous relationships. You remembered clearly that this arrangement was made solely because she wanted a simple, no strings attached sexual relationship. But, the touching surely wasn't purely platonic, was it? The constant want to hang out with you must mean something, don't they?

You focused on her again and had all the answers you needed.

"Ariana," You saw growing confusion reflected back at you in her pupils. "I want to kiss you."

You felt her body shift within heartbeats, before registering that her lips were inches from yours. "You can."

In another world, her permission would bring you joy. But in this moment, all it conveyed was she doesn't understand the gravity of your words, through no fault of her own, since you haven't fully admitted everything yet.

"It's not just that..." You trailed off, breathing in to gather more courage.

"What is it then?"

Maybe there was something in her tone, or perhaps it was the way her gaze was downcasted, looking away - that she already knew the answer, like she has seen this film before.

Still, you had to speak it into existence, for the universe to hear, so that maybe, just maybe it would bring it to life.

I'm not sure if it's Valentine's day, but seeing all those couples being happy, makes me want that too. With you. I want more than what we already have; I want all of it, all of you.

"That if I do, I will want more. More than what we already are. I want us to be together."

You liked to think that your confession have an extraordinary impact - like a star being born in a nearby galaxy, a flower sprouting from a crack on ice, the very first heartbeat of a newborn being heard.

However, as quickly as they were uttered, your confession dissipated into the silence, like light entering a black hole. And suddenly, she's light years away, a star you can never reach.

"I- I can't give you what you want. I'm sorry."

Instead, a million constructed realities collapsed in on themselves. All that's left in the aftermath were fragments of what could have been.

So, now what?

"Don't be. It's not your fault that you're so easy to love." You were surprised how you kept yourself from choking up. "Even if that's not what you're looking for."

It's funny, when Ariana looked more heartbroken than you are like she was the one who had lost something dear to her.

"We can still be friends," Her voice wavered in uncertainty towards the end, a question and a plea rolled into one.

Since you rather have a piece of her than nothing at all, you forced out: "I would like nothing less, but I need some time."

The light seemed to follow her out when she left. You watched it grow dimmer as the door closed, staring blankly in the dark like when the ending credits finished rolling and everything faded to black.

AN: i made myself cry with this chapter. so feel free to donate to my ko-fi page so i can buy some ice cream.

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[rinbowaman]

GIRLY SOS FOR REALL

So basically our little guy Jake just sent a freaking kitten??? (It’s super cute tho) TO MY DORM?! Um don’t know what to do really though because I always wanted this specific cat breed but like never got prepared to buy one…. So idk I’m grateful that he got me this but I’m a bit overwhelmed of this all….. Like idk what to do at this point… like it’s not like I don’t like him. He’s completely my type, looks and personality wise (maybe except the fact that I never told him my address) but like if I ignore that he’s a solid 9.5/10. Only flaw that I can’t really ignore is that every time he sees me with one of my guy friends, he gets super possessive and rude to my guy friend even though we’re just friends…

SO SORRY IM RANTING TO YOU BUT IM LIKE HELLA CONFUSED

Em anon🩷

well first....i hope you can take care of the kitty (i'm a huge animal lover) and if you can't, maybe find it a good home to go to? or if you have family nearby and can care for it until you graduate and get your own place. either way, i hope you can keep the little baby and take care of it.

And seriously Em, if you're at all bothered by this dude, then you need to be forceful and stern with this man. I get the vibe that you're receptive of his behavior and his liking to you, and if you're comfortable with that, then do you. but if you're at all uncomfortable you need to tell him off. i dont really know how to make out this situation but i get the feeling that you do like him and dont mind his behavior (other than how he strategically found your address). I'm not sure how to respond when he's a 9.5/10 but you write SOS lol. I just hope you're not in danger, that's whats most important. But ngl, the more you tell me about this dude and express the slightest concern, its giving me mixed feelings. If you feel uncomfortable, you need to report him or tell him to stay away and be very upfront about it, or at least tell him that his showering you with gifts is overwhelming, unless you dont feel bothered by it.

[hawkerediscovered]

Stall name: Million Star Fried Banana

Address: Changi Village hawker centre #01-49

Item: Goreng Pisang

Price: $1.20 (Banana raja)

Review: This is perhaps my favourite goreng pisang stall in Singapore, but I don’t visit it often because it’s so far away. The pisang is really goreng! The crust is crispy yet not too oily, and the banana is very sweet. I wanted to try the chempedak but it was not ready. It’s hard to find a good goreng pisang stall nowadays. Hope more people will support this stall so that they can keep running.

Taste: 10/10

Value for money: 9/10

Overall: 9.5

[madameminor]

In More Ways Than One, Part 4.5 - Bad Batch x F!Reader - Check In

Summary: It's always good to make sure you're on the same page as your commanding officer.

Warnings: I don't think there are any? Some swearing? References to sex?

Notes: Bridge chapter before Wrecker. While there is no physical intimacy, there's definitely hints at it so... 18+, y'all.

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 3.5 Part 4 Part 4.5 Part 5 Part 5.5 Part 6 Part 6.5 Part 7 Part 8 Part 8.5 Part 9 Part 9.5 Part 10

Half an hour later the squad arrives shipside to find you waiting for them. Well, you may have been making out with Crosshair in his bunk before you heard them start up the steps, but you were quick enough to clamber out and head to the front.

“Morning, boys.”

“Good morning, your Majesty,” Hunter mockingly bows. “May we come aboard?”

You playfully turn your nose in the air. “Only if you have brought sustenance worthy of my title.”

Tech walks up the ramp and hands over a container, much to your satisfaction. “The most worthy the Republic mess could provide.”

“Thank you, trooper.” You kiss him on the cheek and he smiles. You’re keenly aware of Hunter’s presence. Did he mind that since you haven’t yet given him one-on-one time? Would it be alright to have public displays like this with all of them around the others? Your stomach grumbles- nope, too hungry, eat now, think later. You throw yourself into one of the cockpit chairs and start to eat while Tech heads to the pilot’s seat, beginning the launch sequence.

Hunter looks towards the back of the ship as Echo walks up the ramp. “Where’s Crosshair?”

“Bunks. Trying to take a nap.” You smile as Echo places a kiss on your forehead. OK, well, that boded well. “Apparently he didn’t sleep well.”

Hunter chuckles. “Mmhmm. Alright, well, I’ll bring you both up to speed later. For now, lets get moving. We’ve got a lot of space to cover.”

Wrecker finally walks on board, carrying a massive carton probably essential for the mission. He stops dead in his tracks when he sees you, looking for all the galaxy like a Porg caught in the headlights of your quizzical gaze. It seems like he’s about to say something, can't, tries again, nope, then all but runs to the back of the ship.

Your eyebrows shoot up as you watch him, looking around to the grinning faces of Hunter and Echo.

“Whaaaaat’s with him?”

Hunter shakes his head, unable to control himself. “He just found out. About this whole arrangement.”

You start, almost choking on your food. “He…”

“…didn’t have any idea, no. Though once he heard Crosshair stayed with you, it all fell into place.”

You blink, heart filling with dread. “Oh NO… is he upset?”

Seeing your face, Echo lightly squeezes your shoulder. "No, no, it's not like that, mesh'la. I think he’s just a little overwhelmed, probably just doesn't know what to say. You can leave men speechless like that."

You glance at him out of the corner of your eye. "Smooth, corporal."

He smiles, mock bows to kiss your hand, and heads up to sit in the co-pilot chair.

You smile after him before retuning your attention to your breakfast. You suppose…you hadn’t really addressed this whole thing head on with any of them, it just sort of…happened. And Wrecker wasn’t one for subtext- it’s something you loved about him. To suddenly hear about something like this while it was already underway? For someone like Wrecker, someone so open and honest, who would much rather jump in then dip his toe, this must be…well, confusing was the nice word.

Well, easily remedied, you hoped. But first- Hunter.

You glance up to see he's moved to the midship computer, reviewing, you assume, necessary intel for the upcoming assignment. Had Echo made him uncomfortable? The hatch closes while the engines start up, their sound just loud enough to make it difficult to hear what Echo and Tech are saying to each other. You close your empty food container and head over to your C.O., leaning on the table to his right.

He smirks but doesn’t take his eyes off of the screens. “Yes?”

"Yes?" You imitate him, earning an amused side eye. You smile. "I’m not exactly sure how to ask you this, boss."

"You've always been good at figuring things out."

You roll your eyes good-naturedly. "Are you feeling..." you search for the right words, "...left out?"

THAT earns you a full head turn. "Left out?"

"Well, we haven’t had… time alone yet. And you were the one who started this... well, sort of."

He crosses his arms, amused grin on his face as he turns to face you. "Oh, I’d say that honor belongs to three drunken regs with a harassment problem."

"Ok, yes, thank you for that, Tech." He chuckles. "Really, Hunter. Are you? Feeling left out?"

He pauses for a moment, looking you up and down, assessing. He reaches out his hand to clasp your wrist, gently pulling you to straddle him, your breath catching in your throat at the contact. He leaves his hands on your waist while your arms rest on his chest, face looking down at him.

"You really think I can be left out when I can smell everything that happens on this ship?"

You feel your face burn, an embarrassed smile tugging at your lips. "Is that enough?"

"Yes, for now." His eyes flick down to your lips. The memory of your first kiss flashes through your mind. You feel the heat start to build in your stomach. He looks back up at you, eyes burning, smirk hungry. "Leaves me thinking about you- on your back, legs open, satisfying my men one by one. Knowing that once you've... taken care of the rest of them, it'll be my turn. You'll officially be ours." The way he says it reverberates through where your thighs meet his, the word sending a shiver up along your spine.

"So don't worry about me, medic- I'm enjoying the wait. Just know, that when it's our turn to 'be alone', as you put it, we are going to be alone. Nothing for my senses to pick up on, just your pulse, your breath, your heartbeat."

He gently takes your chin and leans in to kiss your neck, Your breath catches in your throat. You feel rather than hear him murmur against your skin.

"Just you, and me, and the sound of your cunt as I finally push into you."

You bite your lip to keep back a gasp clenching around the idea.

He leans back again, eyes dancing with devilry. "Does that answer your question?"

You purse your lips. Of COURSE he's just teasing you. "Yes."

"Good." He lets you slide off of him, hands on your hips steadying you with a smirk. "Talk to Wrecker. It would probably be a good idea to smooth things over before the mission."

There's no way you're walking away without getting him back. YOU were Queen, after all. You place one hand on his shoulder as if to steady yourself, but gently place a finger from the other under his chin, making him look up at you. "Is that an order, Sergeant?"

Mother, his grins send butterflies through you every time. Handsome bastard.

"Hmm… I guess it is. Your majesty."

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[somegirlsnerdywords2]

Anime i’ve Watched

That begin with a O (Part 1)!

Yep this is how i’m going to bring over all the anime and manga i’ve watched and posted about on the old blog. It’s not so detailed but it will have to do. Anything new I watch or read from this point on will have their own posts.

Ojisan to Marshmallow:

Genres: Slice of Life, Comedy, Romance, TV Short

Synopsis: Habahiro Hige is a simple-minded older man who works an office job and is an enthusiast of Tabekko Marshmallows. His days often consist of being teased by his 24-year-old colleague Iori Wakabayashi, who uses his obsession to her advantage: from eating them in front of his face, to buying out his favorite brand from the convenience store, and even embarrassing him in front of their boss. Although her friends cannot fathom what she sees in him, she just cannot get over his marshmallow-like, fluffy frame. No matter the lengths it takes, Iori will find a way to get his attention. Little does Habahiro know that she is trying to seduce him into a romantic relationship with her. The way to a man's heart is through his stomach, right? At least this is what Iori would honestly like to believe. With a bag in hand, Iori continues to make him chase after her day after day, hoping that he will finally see through her attempts. Will he ever realize that their relationship can become s'more? [Written by MAL Rewrite]

My Rating: 9/10

Finished airing in 2016 with a total of 12, 3 minute long episodes. 

My Thoughts: A cute, bite sized anime with feeling. Something light and short to watch on a bad day. 

Omoide Poroporo (Only Yesterday):

Genres: Slice of Life, Drama, Romance, Film

Synopsis:  Taeko Okajima is a 27-year-old, independent woman who spent her entire life in Tokyo. Looking to unwind from the rush of the big city, she decides to visit her family in the country to help out during the harvest. On the train there, Taeko vividly recalls her memories as a schoolgirl in the initial stages of puberty, as if she is on a trip with her childhood self. A young farmer named Toshio picks her up at the station, and they quickly develop a friendship. During her stay, Taeko forms strong bonds with family and friends, learning the contrasts between urban and rural life, as well as the struggles and joys of farming. Nostalgic and bittersweet, Omoide Poroporo takes on Taeko's journey as an adult woman coming to terms with her childhood dreams compared to the person she is today.

My Rating: 9/10

A film released in 1991. 

My Thoughts: One of the lesser known films by Studio Ghibli and well it didn’t leave that big of an impact on me it was still an experience to watch and one i’m thankful for. 

Onigiri: 

Genres: Comedy, Supernatural, Fantasy, TV Short

Synopsis:  Ancient Japan is under attack by powerful beings called "Kamikui," and it is up to the "Oni" and his band of eight beautiful female warriors to stop them. Each of these girls have unique skills, abilities, and personalities. They partner themselves with the Oni, Jin, to stop the miasma of darkness sweeping across Japan. Onigiri follows the escapades of Jin and his merry companions as they strengthen their bonds and fend off the demonic invasion. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

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My Rating: 7/10

Finished airing in 2016 with a total of 13, 4 minute long episodes.

My Thoughts: Meh. Can’t remember a thing. 

Ookami Kodomo no Ame to Yuki (Wolf Children):

Genres: Fantasy, Slice of Life, Film

Synopsis: Hana, a hard-working college student, falls in love with a mysterious man who attends one of her classes though he is not an actual student. As it turns out, he is not truly human either. On a full moon night, he transforms, revealing that he is the last werewolf alive. Despite this, Hana's love remains strong, and the two ultimately decide to start a family. Hana gives birth to two healthy children—Ame, born during rainfall, and Yuki, born during snowfall—both possessing the ability to turn into wolves, a trait inherited from their father. All too soon, however, the sudden death of her lover devastates Hana's life, leaving her to raise a peculiar family completely on her own. The stress of raising her wild-natured children in a densely populated city, all while keeping their identity a secret, culminates in a decision to move to the countryside, where she hopes Ame and Yuki can live a life free from the judgments of society. Wolf Children is the heartwarming story about the challenges of being a single mother in an unforgiving modern world. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

My Rating: 9/10

A film released in 2012.

My Thoughts: Like movies that make you cry and have a bit of an odd concept? This film may in fact be for you! Nice art and a touching story.

Orange:

Genres: Sci-fi, Drama, Romance, School, Shoujo

Synopsis:  Naho Takamiya's first day of her sophomore year of high school is off to an uneasy start. After waking up late, she receives a strange letter addressed to her. However, the letter is from herself—10 years in the future! At first, Naho is skeptical of the note; yet, after witnessing several events described to take place, she realizes the letter really is from her 26-year-old self. The note details that Naho's future life is filled with regrets, and she hopes that her younger self can correct the mistakes that were made in the past. The letter also warns her to keep a close eye on the new transfer student, Kakeru Naruse. Naho must be especially careful in making decisions involving him, as Kakeru is not around in the future. With the letter as her guide, Naho now has the power to protect Kakeru before she comes to regret it once more. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

My Rating: 8/10

Finished airing in 2016 with a total of 13 episodes. 

My Thoughts: I loved the manga... I honestly have no idea why I only gave the anime an 8... Maybe the story just had less impact the 2nd time around? Not a clue. 

Ore Monogatari!! (My Love Story):

Genres: Comedy, Romance, Shoujo

Synopsis: With his muscular build and tall stature, Takeo Gouda is not exactly your average high school freshman. However, behind his intimidating appearance hides a heart of gold, and he is considered a hero by the boys for his courage and chivalry. Unfortunately, these traits do not help much with his love life. As if his looks are not enough to scare the opposite sex away, Takeo's cool and handsome best friend and constant companion Makoto Sunakawa easily steals the hearts of the female students—including every girl Takeo has ever liked. When Takeo gallantly saves cute and angelic Rinko Yamato from being molested, he falls in love with her instantly, but suspects that she might be interested in Sunakawa. With his own love for Yamato continuing to bloom, Takeo unselfishly decides to act as her cupid, even as he yearns for his own love story. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

My Rating: 9.5/10

Finished airing in 2015 with a total of 24 episodes. 

My Thoughts: I freaking loved this anime!! The male lead wasn’t your typical pretty boy, all of the characters were wonderful in their own ways and the relationship between the two leads was painfully adorable. Big fan of this title!

#anime #tv short #omoide poro poro #only yesterday #films #onigiri #wolf children #ookami kodomo no ame to yuki #orange #ore monogatari #my love story

[deanwinchesterswitch]

Blog Appreciation Bounce ~ Prize Drawing

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WhooHoo!!!

Here are the results of the prize drawings for the Blog Appreciation Bounce.

A big Thank You to the vendors who worked with me so that I could offer all of these amazing prizes...

POPCosmic  / @tumbler-tidbits​ / lexicolor / @coffee-obsessed-writer / @fandomcreations / KMacsJewelry

Below the cut are pictures of all the prize packages with the winners’ names listed above them. If you are one of the lucky prize winners, please direct message me your mailing address. If you won a digital prize, you will receive a special code to give the vendor.

Thank you to all of the Bounce Blogs that participated and helped me pull this bounce together. You are all such wonderful and amazing creators! I am thrilled that you were part of this fun little event.

A special thank you to all of the followers and mutuals who participated in this event. I hope you had fun and were able to find new blogs to follow and maybe make some friends along the way!

Prize #1 // WINNER ~ @wayward-and-worn

So Get This coffee mug ~ lexicolor \\ Winged Anti-possession decal ~ KMacsJewelry

Prize #2 // WINNER ~ @akshi8278

An autographed copy of Rebekah Jordan’s new book Daydreams and Darker Desires

Prize #3 // WINNER ~ @watermelonlipstick

Silver glitter tumbler ~ KMacsJewelry \\ Lost My Shoe magnet ~ lexicolor

Prize #4 // WINNER ~ @calaofnoldor

Examples

Custom designed graphic by @tumbler-tidbits

Prize #5 // WINNER ~ @impala-dreams-and-bunker-scenes

Metal embossed salt & burn bracelet with charm ~ @fandomcreations \\ Black shimmer anti-possession decal ~ KMacsJewelry

Prize #6 // WINNER ~ @compresshischest09

Salt & Burn/Anti-possession salt and pepper shakers \\ Wood design anti-possession decal ~ KMacsJewelry

Prize #7 // WINNER ~ @waywardbaby

Handmade flannel lanyard ~ POPCosmic \\ Large starry night anti-possession button ~ lexicolor

Prize #8 // WINNER ~ @mvdeanw

Zippered canvas pouch (9.5″ x 6″) ~ lexicolor \\ Heart AKF/SPN decal ~ KMacsJewelry

Prize #9 // WINNER ~ @carryonmywaywardcaptain

Gift Certificate ($15 value) for @fandomcreations

Prize #10 // WINNER ~ @ariesbabe1993

Hidden design glitter coffee mug ~ KMacsJewelry \\ Sam initial keychain ~ POPCosmic

Prize #11 // WINNER ~ @justagirlinafandomworld

Custom designed graphic by @coffee-obsessed-writer ~ Jen’s Graphics

Prize #12 // WINNER ~ @deandreamernp

Carry On My Wayward Son rainbow water bottle \\ Plaid Sam/Moose and Dean/Squirrel initial magnets ~ KMacsJewelry

Prize #13 // WINNER ~ @fangirlxwritesx67

Double-sided Bitch/Jerk keychain ~ POPCosmic \\ Red glitter anti-possession necklace ~ KMacsJewelry

Prize #14 // WINNER ~ @witchygagirl

SPN Family 15 keychain and anit-possession coin ~ POPCosmic \\ Fight The Fairies and Team Idjits large buttons ~ lexicolor \\ Mini SPN family decal ~ KMacsJewelry

**BONUS PRIZE // WINNER ~ @deanwanddamons

There are twenty (20) Bounce Blogs on the list. Anyone who reblogs and comments (you have to do both) on an original post from all 20 blogs during the Blog Appreciation Bounce will not only receive five extra entries for the regular drawings but will have their name put in for this bonus draw.

SPN Cookie Cutter set ($25 value) ~ POPCosmic

Tagging:

@nihilismworld​ // @lovealways-j​ // @wingedcatninja​ // @watermelonlipstick​ // @michellethetvaddict​ // @akshi8278​ // @mvdeanw​ // @pixie88​

@thinkinghardhardlythinking​ // @wayward-and-worn​ // @calaofnoldor​ // @deanwanddamons​ // @justagirlinafandomworld​ // @jerkbitchidjitassbutt​ // @girl-next-door-writes​ // @idreamofplaid​ // @winchest09​ // @muchamusedaboutnothing​ // @carryonmywaywardcaptain​ // @waywardbaby​ // @princessmisery666​ // @impala-dreamer​ // @katymacsupernatural​ // @tumbler-tidbits​ // @cleighwrites​ // @coffee-obsessed-writer​ // @waywardbeanie​ // @deanwinchesterswitch​

#dwwappreciationhop #blog appreciation hop #prize drawings #follower appreciation #mutual appreciation #creator appreciation #0221

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#60-51

60. Cold As You (7.606) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 5

The very first track 5! There are some great lyrics in here, especially considering how young Taylor was when she wrote them.

Highlighted comments: @tobesolonely: “im biased because im coldasyou” (well, you’re not anymore, but I still really liked this comment)  @wesawbears: “underrated queen”  @liabilitys: “the way she wrote this when she was 15??? the lyrics are insane. 'mess of a dreamer with the nerve to adore you'?”

59. the last great american dynasty (7.609) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 3

TASTELESS, ALL OF YOU! TLGAD is one of the centrepieces of folklore, setting the stage for the album’s exploration of the intersection between past and present, and introducing the “mad woman” theme which would continue to be addressed later in the album. She is the moment, and you’re all horrible for ranking her so long.

Highlighted comments: @corneliaavenue: “great storytelling, but it's just not the song for me” @breathinmaries: “THE STORYTELLING”

58. peace (7.634) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 1

There are a lot of nice things I could say about peace, but I’m still reeling from TLGAD being so low... and this of all the songs on folklore ranking above it... so I need a moment to sit quietly and process this... I’ll see you all at the next song <3

Highlighted comments: @breathinmaries: “I appreciate how raw and honest it is”

56. I Knew You Were Trouble. & I Think He Knows (7.650) I Knew You Were Trouble.: Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 1.6 I Think He Knows: Highest score was 9.5; Lowest score was 6.6

Yet another tie! IKYWT is a bit iconic, and the Red era live performances are some of my favourites of all time. In particular, the 2013 BRITS performance was a highlight of my life as a Swiftie thus far. You’ll note I also left the period at the end of the song title. I don’t know why it’s there, but Taylor put it there so it must be important!

Highlighted comments: @corneliaavenue: “I hope the goat is featured in the rerecordings”

As for I Think He Knows, poor Taylor never gave her a chance. I believe this is the only Lover song to not receive a single acknowledgement from Taylor beyond releasing it. Hell, it got left off of a merch item that showcased the album tracklist! A shame, because it is a bop and a half.

Highlighted comments: @leadinmeon: “this song fucks. pry it away from my cold dead hands.” @corneliaavenue: “SHOULD HAVE BEEN THE LEAD SINGLE!!!!” (oh my god, someone else who shares this opinion. our minds!)

55. Don’t Blame Me (7.688) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 4.3

A gospel-inspired, blasphemous banger! Listening to Don’t Blame Me is akin to a religious experience - it’s a song that could have had a lot of potential as a single with a sultry, dark music video.

Highlighted comments: @breathinmaries: “A favorite from first listen” @corneliaavenue: “Alexa play Take Me to Church” (now WHERE is our Taylor & Hozier collab?)

54. Love Story (7.713) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 3

This feels... wrong. Love Story is Taylor’s signature song - Shake It Off might be her biggest hit, but I think Love Story is going to be the song that endures as representative of Taylor’s career and her talent as an artist and songwriter. I expected to be much higher up. Swifties, we have lost our way.

Highlighted comments: @breathinmaries: “A mega-bop somehow written in 20 mins” @corneliaavenue: “Shakespeare who???”

53. Paper Rings (7.725) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 5

I have a whole live performance for this song in my mind. Take YBWM from the Red tour, but give it a more retro and Lover-era aesthetic, add some fun dance moves in front of the mic stand, and of course picture her singing Paper Rings instead of YBWM, and there you go.

Highlighted comments: @breathinmaries: “Another one I sent my fiancée” @liabilitys: “instant serotonin” @corneliaavenue: “This song grew on me, it was a 1 when I first listened to it”

52. coney island (ft. The National) (7.757) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 1

CONEY ISLAND RIGHTS! This was easily the most slept on evermore song, but it’s not the lowest-ranked song on evermore here, so I count that as a victory! I honestly cannot comprehend how someone can dislike this song. “Sorry for not making you my centrefold” is one of my favourite lyrics on evermore.

Highlighted comments: @itspeterlosingwendy: “Best on the album I don't care what anyone else says” @liabilitys: “this song grew on me sm” @breathinmaries: “This grew on me sososo much” (this song growing on everyone... coney island stans we won!)

51. Daylight (7.781) Highest score was 10; Lowest score was 4

I cannot believe this fandom spent months plastering “step into the daylight and let it go” over every single edit you made, only for the song actually featuring that lyric to release and be met with relative indifference. This is a great song and great closer, I don’t care what anyone else says.

Highlighted comments: @breathinmaries: “My favorite off Lover 1000%” @itspeterlosingwendy: “people love it but meh”

#results

[banchie]

I can't reply to your reply on my post because mobile Tumblr is a clusterfuck but thank you for the recs! If you have any more, come at me bro with them. :)))

I would like to formally thank you for enabling me.

Recs are under the cut in no particular order

Locked In Digital by @roguedruid. Rated M, 82,811 words. ongoing

This fic. Is so good. it’s written by the same person who wrote Hero Class Civil Warfare and it is so interesting! The worldbuilding, the characterization, the plot! 10/10

Leviathon by rest_in_rip. Rated M, 139,064 words. Ongoing.

A fairly classic fandom favorite, this fic certainly lives up to the hype. the author is absolutely phenomenal at building suspension, and the descriptions and dialogue are phenomenal! 8.5/10

Burn Your Wings by @owhitekiwibird. Rated T, 147,775. ongoing.

honestly, this fic is so gorgeous. the descriptions, the backstories, the angst! Realistic writing of trauma, amazing descriptions of quirks, phenomenal action scenes! I would absolutely recommend it. 8.5/10

Useless Monster by @uselessmonsterboy. Rated M, 79,364. ongoing.

I love this one! It’s very sweet while still holding up to a serious backdrop. Midoriya has a very interesting quirk without it being overpowered. 8/10

Erased Potential by @theslytherinpaladin. Rated M, 157,290. ongoing.

This is so good! I’ve always been a sucker for midoriya-doesn’t-get-a-quirk-but-is-still-awesome-via-the-power-of-badassery-and-brain-cells fics, and this one delivers. Also, it does well in addressing the,,, subpar teaching methods of All-Might. Please, someone, teach this man how to talk to children. 9/10

Subject: A Comprehensive Report by @bonesofbirdwings. Rated T 77,792. ongoing.

Yo. Yooo. Yooooooooooo. This fic. Is so cool.

First off, almost the entire thing is written in the most fascinating style I've ever seen. Emails, police reports, text messages, newspapers, transcripts, everything except for dialogue. Sure, there is some traditional writing, but the vast majority is written through any other media. I shit you not, it’s the best thing ever. It gives you all kinds of clues and hints to the plot to come, as well as the most amazing, in-depth worldbuilding I’ve ever seen. Yet another one of the aforementioned izuku-doesn't-have-a-quirk-but-is-still-badass fics, this one gets extra points because he is badass purely through the power of braincells. 10.5/10

Yesterday Upon The Stair by @pitviperofdoom. Rated T, 424,070 words. FINISHED.

If you haven’t heard of this fic, go read it. Right now. Stop what you’re doing and read it. This is, without a doubt, one of the best pieces of fiction I have ever encountered. No, not fanfics, pieces of fiction. I’m talking published books, movies, plays, whatever. It’s so good. Not only does it give Midoriya a quirk that is useful but not op, it writes every single character in a way that is interesting and believable. The plot is phenomenal, the writing is out of this world, the characters, both canon and oc, are incredible. I honestly like YUTS!Izuku’s writing more than canon!Izuku, just because of how emotion and action and characterization and flaws and everything is handled.

Honestly, just go read all of Pit’s works, they’re amazing. 12/10

Dis(associate) by @highabovethecloudssomewhere. Rated T, 283,294 words. FINISHED.

This fic is so good! It has a healthy balance of fluff, angst, and dad jokes. oh, the dad jokes. it also has an interesting quirk, good writing, and some lovely characterization! 9/10

Live a Hero by @highabovethecloudssomewhere. Rated T 332,839. ongoing.

This one’s really good. A good combination of backstory, characters, and a healthy dose of humor to lighten up the angst. redemption arcs are amazing, and there are many, many cats. 

Also, if you’re worried about the whole ‘ongoing’ thing, it is technically unfinished, but the end is perfectly satisfying as it is, so feel free to read it without worrying about too many loose ends. 9.5/10

know what i’ve made by the marks on my hands by @simkjrs. Rated T, 46,561 words. abandoned (?)

This fic is so funny! It has an amazing mythology and some of the most beautiful imagery I’ve ever seen. the author’s description of the unreal is so gorgeously immense that I can’t even describe it. tbh, I wish I could be that articulate. *clenches fist* one day.

It also has some phenomenal banter, deadpan humor, and overall hilarious dialogue. 10.5/10

And there they are! Some of my favorite badass Midoriya fanfics. I hope you enjoy!

#fic rec #bnha #bnha fic rec #fanfiction #bamf midoriya

[majorxmaggiexboy]

the grinning man and/ or hadestown??

thanks, Ali! :D

- Hadestown -

Favourite Character: the tall worker/patron. ms. afra hines’ Tavern Patron. Ms. Jewelle Blackman’s Fate. Orpheus.

Least Favourite Character: not at all in terms of “I Don’t Like This Character” or “I dislike this character” but just in the sense of, “I Enjoy Every Other Character Just A Little Bit More”, it’s Hades  for me 😱

Favourite OBC Cast Member: i don’t actually know much about any of them, but i think Ms. Hines has great vibes and am also fond of Mr. Hughes and, of course Mr. de Shields.

Favourite Current Cast Member (If Applicable): i have Zero idea what’s even happening with the show rn so instead i’ll say that i really like what i’ve seen of Ms. Nabiyah Be’s work and enjoyed her as Eurydice

Favourite Song: that part in Lover’s Desire where Orpheus is going off on the La La La’s and it sounds like he should be flitting about like some kind of happy little Sprite. also If It’s True. also the part in Wait For Me when Orpheus sings “and I am not alone” and u can hear Hermes sing it with him. also the part in Wait For Me where there’s that kind of background/overlay of “I’M COMIIIIIIN” also If It’s True, also Wait For Me II, also Chant III

Least Favourite Song: i think it’s Hey Little Songbird? again not as in i dislike it at all, it’s just

Favourite Act (If Applicable): ooooooh...i...i think Act One? but...no it kinda depends on the day/mood, i think. Act One when i want some happyjoy and act 2 for angry depression with a lil hopeful streak thrown in.

Favourite Ship: i friend!ship Persephone with the Tall Worker. but also heck yeah Eurypheus

Least Favourite Ship: i don’t personally enjoy seeing Hades paired up with anyone in this musical who is not Persephone. Especially in certain contexts.

If There is Something I Would Change about The Musical: Papers.

Ratings: 10/10 for me. Maybe 9.5 if i’m nitpicking but, idk for me Hadestown, especially the Broadway one, is just really satisfying.

- The Grinning Man -

Favourite Character: i’m so weak for Bristol!Quake and honestly it’s so out of character for me and i have no excuse but. :/ Also, Gwynplaine is The Certified Primary Designated Favorite of the situation.

Least Favourite Character: i think i’m gonna have to go with Ursus? just bc the way things play out with him, while dangling in a similar manner to Jojo and Dirry-Moir,  irks me more in a character like Ursus than it does in characters like Dirry-Moir and Josiana

Favourite OBC Cast Member: so, Bristol? Probably Ms. Gloria Obianyo. I just love her Lady Trelaw and Quake. I also quite liked Mr. Angell as Mojo’s Head/Archbishop Kupsak :3 Ms. Brisson’s Dea is also my favorite Dea.

Favourite Current Cast Member (If Applicable): for London it’s gonna be Lady Trelaw/Quake again. Ms. Mackay’s Please Don’t Take My Little Boy reprise is intense and powerful in a completely different way.

Favourite Song: “The heart of our story is clear to me now/Oh, Dea, my love, it’s the fire in your heart/We found truth in the dark of the night/That shone bright on the darkest of nights/You always said pain would make us strong/And you were right, Dea, you were right./But noooow that I can seee my paaaain and Know the Hidden Face Of It I’m Grasping What Myy Mother And My Father tried to saaaaay to me/As they stood with stools beneath them and with nooses ‘round their necks the thing that they were fighting for was strength to look into the eyyyyyyyyyyyes of someone who is maiming you and SEEEEE THAT THEY’RE THE SAAAAAAME AS YOOOOOOOOOOOUEH/YOU DIDN’T CUT MY FAAAAAAAAACE/AND IN YOUR BURNING HEEEEEAAAART/URSUS DIDN’T CUT! MY! FAAAAAAACE/DEA YOU HAVE KNOWN THAT FROM THE STAAAAAART/AND WHEN I LOOK. IN THE EYYES. OF THE MAN. WHO. DID/AND WHEN I LOOK. AT THE MAN. WHO CUT. MY. FACE./I SEE MYSELF. AND WHEN I LOOOK IN THE EYYYYYYES OF THE WOMMMAN I LOVE. I see myself. there. tOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO YOUR KISS OF LOV” just. that whole bit.

also looooooove love love Laughter is the Best Medicine, By the Laws of Every Land, and every edition of Labyrinth. I have no standards when it comes to Labyrinth. I want them all. oh! and that part of born broken when they’re like “STRONG AS THE HEART/LOOK AT THE SMILE/OF YOUR MOTHERLESS *seagull meme* CHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIILLLLLLLLLLLD” i want to say Freak Show too but idk if it’s the song i like or if i’m just in love with that Thing mr. maskell does with his lack of bones in the london edition.

Least Favourite Song: I Have Never Seen A Face Like This. it’s good and fun and catchy but i get this weird sense of embarrassment and just don’t like the scene.

Favourite Act (If Applicable): Act Two! Mostly everything between the Wedding and them walking into the audience. But i also enjoy the dungeon scene for reasons that admittedly do include exactly what one would expect but also bc Gwyn just sitting there asking no questions and kind of dissociating through the whole thing and then just straight up fainting is a big mood and i respect it. and am gutted at not getting to see London’s take on it.

Favourite Ship: Dea/Gwyn

Least Favourite Ship: Josiana/Dirry-Moir

If There is Something I Would Change about The Musical: first of all and most importantly, crucially, critically and off utmost essentiality, at the part where he sees his mother after the duel and he goes and falls to his knees in front of her and she’s caressing his face and singing “please don’t take my little boy...” and he’s looking up at her with this utter exhaustion in his eyes, it is at that point that Gwynplaine Trelaw would address his mother as ‘mama’ in the most tender, exhausted, half-pleading and broken tone since the invention of speech, and it would be emotional devastating, so jot that down. either Ursus would know from the beginning that Dea’s his daughter, or it’d be like the book where she isn’t his biological daughter at all. Dea would get her own sort of ‘I Want’ song and would also sing the line “Surely I once had a mother” at some point, the “blood-red hair” thing would either not exist or just wouldn’t be tetris’d in so awkwardly, Dea and Gwyn’s kissing would be different- during the first Beauty and the Beast, she’d still kiss him on the mouth, over the bandages of course, bc Audience Perception, but outside of the performance, and especially for the Big Damn Kiss at the end, it would be shown that kissing has to work differently for the two of them. Dirry-Moir and Josiana wouldn’t wind up together in the end. They’d both show at least the beginnings of actual change in their character. Gwyn would have at least a couple lines about how messed-up society is and would have that going as a little background/secondary conflict. Probably handle his arrest differently and cut the meeting with Josiana/move it to later in the show and switch up the context a little. Let Dea go slam off at some point. Lord and Lady Trelaw sing the “strength to look into the eyes...” up through “...and see that they’re the same as you” with Gwyn and then walk offstage together, holding hands. hmmm...probably change up Please Don’t Take My Mother and The Drowning Song a little bit. Throw in a very short, dark reprise of Beauty and the Beast before Gwyn leaves Dea in the cart. He’d take the Beauty puppet with him, just kind of absently, and that would explain why “it was among your possessions” even tho Bark hadn’t yet swung by Ursus’ cart. I’d probably have Gwyn’s speaking voice, and his singing voice when addressing any character except Dea, be a bit chopped up. Maybe have him sing differently depending on whom he’s talking to, just to illustrate say during Freak Show how the audience is hearing him, vs. how Josiana’s feeling about him during Brand New World. Dea always gets his ‘real’ voice except in moments like the first Beauty and the Beast, which is an act. Ursus' arc would be treated differently in one of two ways. idk how exactly but the whole thing where Gwyn’s able to forgive Barkilphedro would be tweaked too just so the “I look at him and see myself” thing would make a little more sense. My version of this show would be like 3 hours long tbh also Gwyn would react to the realization that Ursus was there (thank you, London) and would have the decency for his voice to break on “when I look at the man who cut my face” (also thank you, London) while we’re thanking London, the proverbial third run in my heart also very much includes Gwyn’s hand-flapping and little noises. and would include some Shaky Trembly Acting from Gwyn as well at different parts of the show, especially toward the end, bc That Is One Tired Boy. and and and during the dungeon scene Gwyn would spend a lot of it looking specifically at Quake’s baton.

oh, and the otter on Josiana’s breakfast tray? there’d be a second one but it would be a whole Otter and it would be with Osric at all times bc i’ve decided that the Stokes-Croft kitten is actually an otter.

Ratings: 8/10 docked points for the stronger profanity since i personally am not a fan, and also the story has its definite flaws and things i don’t really care for. less overall technically satisfying than Hadestown BUT also caters to my exact interests in multiple ways, has excellent music, i love the story, Dea and Gwyn are beautiful together, it has definitely captured my heart and imagination and i absolutely thrive on all its layers and nuances. in my emotions it’s a 10.

#eyyyyyy this got super long didn't it XD #songbird-not-found

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🌻BOOK REVIEW: How Green Was My Valley by Richard Llewellyn🌻 . Say hello to my new favourite classic. How Green Was My Valley tells us the story of the Morgans, through the point of view of Huw, one of the children of the family. . Set in a mining community in rural South Wales, the author addresses quite a lot of issues. The most important is the fight of the miners to get a better life, the creation of Unions to try and fight the masters who took advantage of the workers because they either worked for less than minimum wage or they starved. The fight between progress and nature and how the relationship between them is shifting and how humans have forgotten to respect her. Religion also plays a big part in the lives of these miners and their families but there is a lot of criticism as well personified in the character of Mr. Gruffydd, a preacher himself. Llewellyn also addresses the problems a small village has when it comes to gossip and how reputations can be destroyed in a blink of an eye. He exposes the misogyny of the time and how women were treated differently. . It is a crude story with many instances of pain and devastation but Llewellyn manages to narrate it with such tenderness that despite the pain, there is also hope. The writing is absolutely superb, filled with nostalgia for the past, when the Valley was a refuge for his family. I will say this though, this story is completely character-driven. There is little plot. Keep that in mind but if you love this type of stories, do yourself a favor and read it. . Rating: 9.5/10. • • • #adayinbooklandreviews #howgreenwasmyvalley #richardllewellyn #modernpenguinclassics #modernclassics #bookreviewer #leoyrecomiendo #cuanverdeeramivalle #fortheloveofreading #booklover #welshliterature https://www.instagram.com/p/B2yp3wQA-Ir/?igshid=ct913npf9vf7

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