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Book 1: Normal Type | Chapter 1: Newcrest New Me
Teddy Poche stood outside of his new home in a mixture of pride, grief, anticipation, and uncertainty. All of those emotions made him want to throw up in their own special way. He’d never lived in a home on his own before, and truth be told he’d never lived in a home that wasn’t the house he’d been born into. So to be staring at this tiny lot that belonged solely to him and no one else was more than a little intimidating. 
Let’s backtrack a little bit here. This is Teddy Poche. He was born into a close knit family - the Poches obviously - as the oldest child. His parents, Ivy and Trev, were fantastic parents, he’d never say a bad word against them, rest their souls. Unless you got a few drinks into him, then he might tell you about how almost from the day he was born he became a third parent in the household, taking care of his younger siblings, who were practically the same age as him. Not that he minded any of this, he loved taking care of his younger siblings, and doing their chores, and making them food, and doing their homework for them, and covering for them when they snuck out to see their sort-of-girlfriend-who-has-a-boyfriend-already-so-how-can-you-really-call-her-your-girlfriend?
Where were we?
Oh right. Teddy’s family. Ivy and Trev were loving parents and they loved their children, but they also really loved being a couple. They would go out often on dates just the two of them, which was sweet, but they always left poor Teddy in a weird position as the de facto third parent of the house. Teddy, therefore, had little time for close friends or relationships. Not that anyone really knew who he was to try to get to know him better anyway. Even well into high school he would hear kids in class that he’d known since he was five years old say “Teddy Poche? Who’s that?”. 
He always helped the teacher and did his work on time and made As and Bs, but in the end he just wasn’t that memorable. He was just average. The epitome of normal. While his brother Stan was Prom King, his sister Bliss was the Troublemaker, and his other sister Lilli was That Weird Girl, Teddy was…nothing in particular at all. And that hurt. He dreamed of a day when he could go off to university, become a teacher, and become someone to a whole bunch of people. He also dreamed of a day when he could have a family of his own and raise his children to be amazing at everything they did - he would make sure they never had to go through what he had to go through. 
On the night of his high school graduation he knew he was very nearly to the point of achieving his dreams. And then his parents died in a car accident that very night. Although his siblings were all in high school, he still felt like he needed to take care of them. So, he stepped fully into his role as third parent and took guardianship of them until they were all old enough to move out on their own. He sold the family home to help pay for Stan’s wedding and the deposit (plus six months rent just in case) on the apartment Bliss and Lilli moved into. 
In the end, he had just enough money to put a downpayment on this little house in a new town. Here in Newcrest, nobody knew who he was - but this time that was by choice. He had a chance at a fresh start, a chance to make a lasting first impression on the neighborhood, and finally enroll in university so he could become a teacher like he had always dreamed of. 
Teddy Poche entered his new home, decorated with the sparsest of furniture and essentials, with only one thought on his mind. 
“New home. Newcrest. New me.”
House Credit: Newcrest Starter No. 9 by smubuhcakes
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From my unstable girl lilly xoxo !!
patrick: we stan unstability in this household
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littencloud9 · 3 years
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Lillie, reading: *without looking up* you look nice today, ash
Ash: aww! thank y- wait, how did you know, you didn't even look at me?
Lillie: no, but i can hear Gladion's heartbeat and it doubled when you walked in
Gladion: *chokes*
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rosewiltd-moved · 4 years
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yemaenja xx
(  let me write positivity  /  accepting !!  )
        oh gosh, there aren’t enough nice things i can say about lilli!!! i’ve known @yemaenja for years now, back when we were both weebs in the sailor moon fandom -- well, im still that weeb but REGARDLESS LMAO. i love the creativity and effort lilli puts into her characters. marina, especially, is so unique and well-thought out. i find myself often reading her threads with other people, because i just think marina is such an interesting character--ALSO IM A SUCKER FOR MERMAIDS. 
        and gosh, i can’t not mention philippe. where would corinne be without her best friend?? i’ve seen philippe from the very beginning, and to see his character change and grow into his own with such a distinct and heartwarming personality has been such a joy. i love lilli and i love writing with lilli every chance i get. YOU’RE DOING GREAT, BABE. KEEP IT UP!!!
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thepettymachine · 3 years
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It’s a mixture of some good ass revamping to the Good & Bad Household. Revamping Bianca Rubble, Lilly Bo-Chique, Marina Prattle, and Beau Merrick
Also they could all do better and we stan Lilly Bo-Chique in this household.
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obstrucct-m · 4 years
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{Hello, yes, it’s Kit again saying how much they appreciate each and every one of you that interact with me. Regardless of if you’ve been around since I first started or if we’ve just started interacting, it really means a lot to me. I sometimes go back and reread old threads and they fill me with happiness knowing I’ve had the chance to meet and interact with so many great muns/muses. Piers has quickly became one of my top favorite muses I’ve written and I love how evolved he’s become since starting him in November of last year. My time in the Pokemon RPC has been absolutely wonderful and such a positive experience, mostly thanks to you all.
Now, to talk about some specific people:}
@wanderingmaster​ : I love Ashe so much and our interactions have always been pleasant. I’m totally up for shipping Piers & Ashe, since I think they’d be so sweet together. Piers helping Ashe with her confidence and Ashe helping Piers with not being so independent all the time. Overall, I love seeing them together, platonically and possibly romantically.
@roseicicles​ : Your Marnie is excellent and I love interacting with her! I’d be interested in doing a possible thread with the thing you came up with and I added to with Marnie being upset over her losing and Piers comforting her.
@gildedcrown​ : Piers & Raihan are best bros and I love them. We stan two friends in this household. Not to mention your yourself are always so fun to interact with!
@gcttacatchemall​ : I know we mostly interact on my Toren blog (and I love Sonia & Toren a lot), but I still enjoy seeing you on the dash and interacting on my Piers blog whenever we do~ 
@welcometrainers​ : Piers & Milo are so pure and I love them so much. Milo is clearly a good influence on Piers and I very much look forward to them interacting again~ 
@envyfated​ : Oof, I love interacting with you so much, both IC & OOC. Piers & Nat are excellent and have such a genuine relationship. 
@trainer-tanuki​ : We stan two autistic friends who are able to be themselves around each other and support each other. They accommodate each other and learn each other’s habits and such. In short, I love Piers & Tanuki.
@faerieprincess​ : I love Piers & Emi! Once again, we stan two best friends in this household. I’m so excited for the Virbank City thing we talked about!
@blooming-lillie​ : I know we recently met, but I still love your Lillie. I look forward to Piers & Lillie interacting more and I enjoy the idea of Piers becoming an older brother figure to her once they get to know each other better, if you’d like to do that. 
@leafingmymark : Oof, I love Piers & Leaf’s friendship~ For a fourth time, we stan two supportive friends in this household. I know we’ve met again in another fandom (which I’m happy about), but I’m still happy we met in this fandom as well. 
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a34trgv2 · 5 years
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Why It Worked: Marvel Cinematic Universe Phase 2
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Introduction: Picking up were we last left off on Why It Worked, Phase 2 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe expands on this ever expanding franchise with new characters, new stories and new creative visions. This Phase is often regarded as the “hit or miss” period in the MCU, but I’d argue it succeeds so much more than it falters. So without further adieu, let’s get started.
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The Plots: Phase 2 comprises mainly of sequels to the Phase 1 movies, and yet they all feel natural and very much stand on their own. Iron Man 3 picks up where The Avengers left off and sees Tony Stark battle with PTSD. All the while, he faces off against a notorious terrorist called the Mandarin (more on him later). Thor: The Dark World finds the Norse god of thunder protecting the 9 Realms from the Dark Elves, who’s sole purpose is to drown the universe in darkness. Captain America: The Winter Solider shows who Steve Rogers adjusts to the modern world as he faces off against the mysterious foe, the Winter Solider. And finally, Avengers: Age of Ultron finds Earth’s Mightiest Heroes face off against an A.I. who’s idea of saving the world is destroying it with a meteor. There are 2 films this Phase that aren’t sequels: Guardians of the Galaxy and Ant-Man. The former opens up the cosmic side of the MCU by introducing a rag tag team of misfits who must ban together to stop an vengeful warlord from reeking havoc upon the galaxy. The latter is a heist movie involving a guy trying to be a good role model to his daughter while also communicating with ants. This films bring in the same amount of charm and humor the first Phase brought and then some. Guardians of the Galaxy in particular had some of the smartest and well timed jokes in the MCU up until that point. Not only that, but there this Phase also brought in life changing events that carried on in future films. Tony’s paranoia caused him to build Ultron, S.H.I.E.L.D. became compromised and ultimately destroyed in Winter Solider and even with that, HYDRA lives on in other parts of the world by Age of Ultron. None of this would’ve at all been possible if it weren’t for the creative talents of Shane Black, Alan Taylor, Joe and Anthony Russo, James Gunn, Joss Whedon (again), and Peyton Reed.
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Cast and Characters: Since we’re all familiar with the core Avengers at this point, let’s introduce the new faces starting with Sam Wilson aka Falcon. Sam is Steve Roger’s new friend introduced in Winter Solider. A veteran himself with a smart and charming personality, he and Steve hit it off almost instantly. Plus, Anthony Mackie is just right for the role, making the character funny, smart and tough in his own right. Next up we have the Guardians of the Galaxy, featuring Peter Jason Quill, Gamora, Drax the Destroyer, Rocket Raccon and Groot. Peter starts off as a Han Solo-type of character, but throughout the film we find his full of layers. He’s got charm, humor, heart, anger, cockiness, he’s basically the every man in this wacky side of the galaxy. All brought to life flawlessly by Chris Pratt. Gamora is a headstrong and dangerous woman who plays against the love interest trope in this film as she has great resentment for her father Thanos and sister Nebula. It also helps that she’s played brilliantly by Zoe Saldana, who brings the right amount of humor and fierce veracity to the character. Drax is meant to be this stoic tragic figure who seeks to avenge his fallen family. And yet his lack of understanding metaphors and Dave Bautista’s performance make him one of the funniest characters in this franchise. Then we have Rocket and Groot, a raccoon and a tree man who became household names over night. Rocket is a fowl mouth, sarcastic and crude rodent with a good heart under that ruff exterior. Groot meanwhile is wears his heart on his bark, having such a calm and gentle demeanor, while also not being afraid to be the muscle Rocket needs. Bradley Cooper and Vin Diesel bring these characters to life through their commitment and strife; I couldn’t have picked anyone better. Moving on from the Guardians, we have Scott Lang, the thief with a heart of gold who’s trying to be a good role model for his daughter, Cassie. It goes without saying that Scott’s funny (being played by comedic actor Paul Rudd and all), but he’s also very smart and caring for those around him. His skills in robbery and breaking and entering make him perfectly capable of dawning the Ant-Man costume, at least in the eyes of Hank Pym. Speaking of which, the original Ant-Man from the comics is now a wise, crusty old man with a good heart. Michael Douglas gives an excellent performance as this character, making it believable that he was at one time a superhero and is now passing the torch to a younger suitor. Hank’s daughter, Hope is a smart, stern and strong woman who at first resents her father for pushing her away after her Mom went MIA. After learning the truth, she comes to respect him and Scott a little more. Evangeline Lilly is perfect as Hope, delivering the right amount of humor and heart to. These new characters are just as memorable and as well fleshed out as the ones we’ve come to know and love at this point. And that’s not even mentioning Yondu, Wanda and Pietro Maximoff, Vision, Harley Keener, Luis, Dave and Kurt, and Cassie.
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The Big Baddies: I’ll just say this upfront: The Mandarin twist wasn’t bad. Unexpected, yes, but for the story Shane Black was trying to tell, it works wonders. I get fans wanted what we were advertised, but I think what we got works better. Iron Man 3 was a personal story first and foremost, so having him face of against an evil space wizard, while it would’ve been cool, it wouldn’t have fit with the overall narrative. Besides, Sir Ben Kingsley gave an excellent performance, being a menacing threat and a comedic fool all in one. Then we get Malekith, the quintessential example people point to when people say “Marvel villains suck.” <sigh> He’s not that bad folks. Malekith is a stone cold Dark Elf with one goal in life: to plunge the universe into darkness. He’s merciless, he’s dead serious and he sees the Asgardians as beneath him. Yeah, he wasn’t on screen for that long, but Christopher Eccleston gave a solid performance. Alexander Pierce makes for a really compelling villain because he firmly believes himself to be the savior of the world. Robert Redford brings out his calm and professional demeanor, while also making the character charismatic and intriguing. Ronan the Accuser is a power hunger warlord that sees the people of Xandar as beneath him, to the point were instead of siding with the peace treaty between the Kree and Nova Corp, he opts to try and obliterate the planet with the power of an Infinity Stone. Lee Pace gives a solid performance bringing the character’s anger and hatred to life and I look forward to see him again in Captain Marvel. Ultron is exactly what you get when you have the personality of Tony Stark and mix it with the genetic code of HAL9000 from 2001: A Space Odyssey. Ultron has charisma, humor and a very passive aggressive attitude towards the Avengers. James Spader was perfect casting in this role as he gives a robot bent on destroying the Earth as his idea of saving it so much personality. Darren Cross is the young novitiate of Hank Pym turned corporate businessman attempting to sell Pym’s technology to the wrong hands. Corey Stoll manages to make the character funny, quirky and intimidating all in one and definitely deserves as much credit as the rest of his costars. The villains in Phase 2 are a step up from Phase 1 and will only get better come Phase 3.
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Costumes and VFX: Not only were the villains a step up from Phase 1, but the costumes and CGI has improved significantly as well. Some familiar stuff such as Iron Man’s armor, Cap’s costume and the Hulk’s design have been given significant upgrades with each film. All the armors Tony has made in between Avengers and Iron Man 3 look excellent; no two armors look alike and the way they’re incorporated into battle is better than ever. Cap’s giving a more stealth like costume in Winter Solider and it fits very well with the spy angel the Russo brothers were going for. Then we have the look of the Hulk, who still brought to life through motion capture performance and looks more lifelike with more hair and softer looking skin. With the addition of new characters and new environments, there also came the use of new costumes and unique uses of CG. Despite being revealed to be a fraud, the Mandarin’s costume looks spectacular, giving him a modern terrorist look while also keeping his traditional green rob and a ring on each finger. The look of Asgard received a significant upgrade since the first Thor film, as it now has a Norse mythology feel and the costumes on the citizens look very authentic. Also, the costume and make-up department went above and beyond to make the Dark Elves distinct from previous film/tv portrayals of elves. They have pale faces with pointed ears and noses, pitch black armor and soulless eyes. The Kurse himself looks amazing with all the horns, body armor and actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaji (try saying that 3x fast) making the character physically intimidating. The Winter Solider’s metal arm is brought to life with actor Sebastian Stan wearing a plastic sleeve while CG was used in post. Also, for Hayley Atwell to reprise her role as a 93 year old Peggy Carter, she performed her scenes with a few trace markers while Lola VFX (who made Chris Evans skinny in the first Captain America film) added in the features of an elderly woman to make effect feel seamless. Then we get the Guardians and boy is this film littered with a mix of practical and digital effects. Starting with Rocket James Gunn’s brother, Sean, played the little rodent on set to interact with the cast while Bradley Cooper recorded his lines in New York. For reference, they used a real life raccoon named Oreo (who recently passed away, RIP) as well as a lifelike model before CG companies like Framestore brought him to life. Same treatment was applied to Groot, who was played by Krystian Godlewski on set and sources such as a botanical garden in London was used as reference. Zoe Saldana spent at least 5 hours a day in the make-up chair and the final result is flawless. Dave Bautista meanwhile spent at least 4 hours a day in the make up chair and looks just as believable as Saldana. The locations explored in Guardians such as the Kyln and Knowhere, are brought to life through practical effects for filming with the additional CG for wide shots. It all looks so real and authentic like the characters are actually there. Ant-Man’s costume is significantly different from the comics, but is very practical and lifelike. It also helps that when ever something shrink or grows, the effect is a subtle nodded to how Jack Kirby drew them in the comics. Lastly, we have Ultron, who’s brought to life with James Spade in a motion capture suit and a lifelike model used as reference. There’s plenty of other examples of the amazing use of CG and practical effects in these films, such as the de-aging of Michael Douglas in Ant-Man, the way Wanda Maximoff uses her magic, Yondu’s arrow and so much more, but to list them all will take forever.
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Where it Falters: Edger Wright having a falling out with Marvel producer Kevin Feige robbed audiences of what could’ve been a great film. Not that Ant-Man was bad, quite the opposite. But having seen Scott Pillgrim vs. The World and Baby Driver, I feel as though it was a missed opportunity to let Edger make the film he wanted to make. Also, for a place called “the Dark World” it’s not really that dark. Also, I feel as though Pietro Maximoff was killed off a little too soon. I mean, we just met him and Aaron Taylor-Johnson was doing a good job as the character. Narratively speaking it makes sense, but I personally would’ve kept him around until Infinity War. Lastly, the Marvel One-Shot All Hail the King hinted that the real Mandarin was out there. It’s now been 5 years since that short and we’ve heard nothing from this “real” Mandarin. I’m hoping this get’s addressed sooner or later, otherwise it just feels like an attempt to silence detractors of Iron Man 3.
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Conclusion: Marvel significantly improved their craft with Phase 2 and continues to grow strong to this day. With colorful new characters, exciting new locations, impressive VFX and costumes and great acting all all around, this is only a prelude in terms of quality for what might be the greatest era of the MCU yet. Thanks so much for reading and I’ll see you soon ;)
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ramajmedia · 5 years
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The Best Aristocratic Characters of Downton Abbey, Ranked
Downton Abbey gave audiences a chance to live the British high life of the early 20th century. Garish dinners, butlers, and stately homes filled the scenes of Downton, and its cast of aristocratic characters brought it all to life.
RELATED: Downton Abbey: The 10 Most Shocking Twists
While much of the series is concerned for both sides of the social coin, focusing on both the aristocracy, servants, and everyone in between, there is no denying that the show mostly concerns itself with the aristocratic family of the Crawleys. In preparation for the return to Downton Abbey this fall, here are the top ten aristocratic characters ranked.
10 Martha Levinson
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Martha Levinson, mother to Lady Cora Crawley, might not be a member of the established British elite, but she sure as hell has the money and connections to be considered aristocratic. He no-nonsense behavior makes her an equal match at jabs to the Dowager Countess, giving audiences so especially juicy dialogue.
Sadly, Mrs. Levinson is absent for so much of the series that he impact is less felt than most. While she is certainly a delight, her stories are rarely explored enough to make much of a difference. But she is always fun to have in an episode, serving as the American disruptor for the time being.
9 Lady Rose Aldridge
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Before she was Cinderella, Lilly James held a long stay in the home of the Earl of Grantham. Lady Rose was the cousin of Lord Robert and daughter of Lord and Lady Hugh and Susan MacClare. Staying at Downton during her early adulthood, Rose found her first loves.
Rose was a girl of her age, reveling in Jazz and innovation. Her sweet demeanor made her very likable, and she rarely made choices that tarnished her personality. Sadly, it is this reason that leaves her lower on the list. While she isn't horribly written, she's certainly not the most enthralling character to follow.
8 Lady Cora Crawley
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Cora is a fascinating figure at Downton. While she holds a prestigious title, her background is far less traditional. Hailing from America, Cora isn't always the first to honor tradition. But, she is always supportive of her daughters and husband.
RELATED: Downton Abbey: 5 Best Couples (& 5 Pairings Fans Hated)
Sadly, while Cora is an established mainstay in the Downton household, she rarely gets to spread her wings narratively. She certainly has had challenging and heartbreaking moments, but her journey is far more in the periphery. Still, she is played wonderfully by Elizabeth McGovern, embodying the maternal warmth of the Grantham family.
7 Lady Sybil Cora Branson
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Tragic Sybill's story was cut short before she really had a chance to flourish. The youngest daughter of Lord and Lady Grantham, Sybill was a radical from the start. A feminist, socialist, and humanitarian, Sybill was averse to the privilege she grew up in. She married her beloved Tom Branson, the family's Chauffeur, and had a beautiful baby girl.
Sadly, her character arc was relinquished when she died post-childbirth. It is a shame because Sybill had so much potential as a foil to her family's privilege. Finally, someone who disagreed with the philosophy of the household could remain as a voice of reason. The choice to kill her off was one that hurt the character in the long run.
6 Isobel Crawley
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Isobel might not have aristocratic beginnings, but she unwillingly climbed the ladder through marriage. After her son became heir, she became a mainstay at the Abbey. Ever afterward she eventually married Lord Richard Grey. This one-time nurse became a fully-fledged lady!
Isobel is a lovely character and a wonderful mirror to Violet Crawley. She embraces change, values justice, and is loyal beyond belief. Penelope Wilton, also of Doctor Who fame, did wonders with the character. Arguably, Isobel remains one of the more underrated characters of the whole series.
5 Lord Robert, Earl of Grantham
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Robert as a character is a sad one to watch most of the time. Much of the world that he is used to crumbles around him, giving way for one that is incredibly alien. That being said, he is still an insanely privileged individual stuck with much easier problems than most of Britain at the time let alone half of his staff.
RELATED: Downton Abbey: 10 Best Costumes On The Show, Ranked
The problem is, Hugh Bonneville is so damn charming in the role, you can't help but root for Lord Grantham. While he might be considered a villain by today's moral standards, he remains a powerful figure in his local community and one who is beneficial to the greater good. He's not perfect and certainly a bit morally gray, but Hugh Bonneville makes it work perfectly.
4 Lady Edith Crawley
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Lady Edith is a character that might not be very likable but is sympathetic beyond belief. The utter garbage that gets flung at her constantly throughout the series would be enough to send most of us on a soul searching journey far, far away from the halls of Downton. Instead, like a good Brit, Edith keeps carrying on.
Edith is a constant disappointment to her family and herself, often by her own doing. For that, we love her. We all feel like the Edith in our families at times, and honestly we stan an imperfect queen.
3 Lady Mary Crawley
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Lady Mary gets a bad rap from day one. She is cold, she is determined, she is often even mean. But so are most protagonists on TV. The only difference? She's a self-assured woman. Mary has to juggle a lot of crap from her family and the expectations of her role. While she does not always cater to tradition, she is not naive enough to fully embrace the change against it.
RELATED: Downton Abbey: 10 Rules That Members Of The Crawley Family Have To Follow
Mary stands in the middle between the younger crowd of social revolutionaries and the guardians of the old ways. Because of that, Mary is the one who has to make the tough decisions. There's a reason we follow her for most of the show, and that's because she is the show personified.
2 Matthew Crawley
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Dan Stevens was cast as the Beast in Disney's live-action remake for one reason and one reason only: Because Matthew Crawley is a Disney Prince in disguise. Matthew is the perfect man. He is humble, handsome, brilliant, and thrives in a period piece.
Matthew was one of the shows best characters. Like Mary, he stood as a figure in the middle, coming neither from the aristocracy or poverty. This middle-class hero was set to take over Downton and bring it into the new age. Sadly, the show had to kill him off as Stevens wanted out. What we got of him though was perfection.
1 Violet, Dowager Countess of Grantham
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If anyone was going to take the number one spot it was Maggie Smith. While she really stands as nothing more than comic relief and witty remarks, Violet the Dowager Countess is the ultimate aristocrat of Downton Abbey. It's no wonder that with a performer as renowned and iconic as Maggie Smith behind her that Violet is as beloved as she is.
Violet as the best lines of the show, which every fan rocks on some kitschy t-shirt they won't admit they own. She exudes old world-class and survives as a pillar of tradition. The best aspect of her character though is when she is challenged and proven wrong, showing a small hint of (short-lived) remorse. It shows the bit of humanity essential in a sassy character such as this.
NEXT: Lady Crawley's 10 Best Quotes On Downton Abbey, Ranked
source https://screenrant.com/aristocratic-characters-downton-abbey-ranked/
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blxckdamask · 5 years
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Fic Friday
Hey y'all!
So I was thinking of doing a ‘Fic Friday’ thingy because I want to get back into writing again and I feel like this is the best way to do it.
I’m not the best author but I’m way better than what I was and I want to get better so I thought writing a fic once a week would help me get back into the rhythm of writing and help me get better at it.
I’m in so many fucking fandoms so I don’t know how this is gonna work but I’ll list the ships and fandoms I’m willing to write about below but I’m open to any ship suggestions within those fandoms (and reason. No paedophilia, incest, abuse etc.) this will probably flop since I have all of about 70 followers and half of them are porn bots lmao but I’ll try to still do this until someone tells me to stop.
List of ships and fandoms I wanna write about :)
Marvel:
Steve x Tony (plus superfamily)
Bucky x Sam
Wanda x Natasha
Bruce x Thor
Peter x Ned
Peter x MJ
May x Pepper
Tony x Pepper
Irondad and spiderson (completely platonic you cretins)
Nebula x Mantis
Clint x Natasha
Gamora x Peter Q
Shuri x MJ
Brooklyn 99:
Jake x Amy
Rosa x Gina
Rosa x Amy
Gina x Amy
Rosa x Amy x Gina
Jake x any male (we stan bi Jake in this household)
Shadowhunters:
Magnus x Alec
Clary x Izzy
Izzy x Simon
Simon x Raphael
Simon x Jace
Teen Wolf:
Stiles x Derek
Scott x Derek
Scott x Kira
Kira x Malia
Lydia x Allison
Allison x Kira
Kira x Lydia
Lydia x Stiles
I legit ship everyone lmao
Boku No Hero Academia:
Katsuki x Izuku (I know this is a problematic ship but shhhh I like it)
Katsuki x Uraraka
Uraraka x Tsu
Kirishima x Kaminari
Katsuki x Todoroki
Katsuki x Todoroki x Izuku
Harry Potter/Fantastic Beasts:
Harry x Draco
Hermione x Ron
Luna x Ginny
Sirius x Remus
Lilly x James
Newt x Tina
Queenie x Jacob
Other fandoms that I only have like one ship from:
Ian x Mickey: Shameless
Klaus x Dave: The Umbrella Academy
Dean x Castiel: Supernatural
Oliver x Conner: How To Get Away With Murder
Morgan x Garcia: Criminal Minds
Morgan x Reid: Criminal Minds
Elena x Syd: One Day At A Time
Vincent x Marie x Alex: The Road Within
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Holy fuck I didn’t realise how many fandoms I’m in good lord.
Anyway, I will write pretty much any prompt except for anything gross or illegal because I’m not gross also I won’t write full smut mostly because I’m bad at it but also because I’m a minor and I feel icky thinking about people reading that idk
I legit have 70 followers so this is gonna flip lmao but hopefully my writing attracts more people
This was a long post but I really like this idea and I’m excited to see how it turns out
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ramajmedia · 5 years
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The Best Aristocratic Characters of Downton Abbey, Ranked
Downton Abbey gave audiences a chance to live the British high life of the early 20th century. Garish dinners, butlers, and stately homes filled the scenes of Downton, and its cast of aristocratic characters brought it all to life.
RELATED: Downton Abbey: The 10 Most Shocking Twists
While much of the series is concerned for both sides of the social coin, focusing on both the aristocracy, servants, and everyone in between, there is no denying that the show mostly concerns itself with the aristocratic family of the Crawleys. In preparation for the return to Downton Abbey this fall, here are the top ten aristocratic characters ranked.
10 Martha Levinson
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Martha Levinson, mother to Lady Cora Crawley, might not be a member of the established British elite, but she sure as hell has the money and connections to be considered aristocratic. He no-nonsense behavior makes her an equal match at jabs to the Dowager Countess, giving audiences so especially juicy dialogue.
Sadly, Mrs. Levinson is absent for so much of the series that he impact is less felt than most. While she is certainly a delight, her stories are rarely explored enough to make much of a difference. But she is always fun to have in an episode, serving as the American disruptor for the time being.
9 Lady Rose Aldridge
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Before she was Cinderella, Lilly James held a long stay in the home of the Earl of Grantham. Lady Rose was the cousin of Lord Robert and daughter of Lord and Lady Hugh and Susan MacClare. Staying at Downton during her early adulthood, Rose found her first loves.
Rose was a girl of her age, reveling in Jazz and innovation. Her sweet demeanor made her very likable, and she rarely made choices that tarnished her personality. Sadly, it is this reason that leaves her lower on the list. While she isn't horribly written, she's certainly not the most enthralling character to follow.
8 Lady Cora Crawley
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Cora is a fascinating figure at Downton. While she holds a prestigious title, her background is far less traditional. Hailing from America, Cora isn't always the first to honor tradition. But, she is always supportive of her daughters and husband.
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Sadly, while Cora is an established mainstay in the Downton household, she rarely gets to spread her wings narratively. She certainly has had challenging and heartbreaking moments, but her journey is far more in the periphery. Still, she is played wonderfully by Elizabeth McGovern, embodying the maternal warmth of the Grantham family.
7 Lady Sybil Cora Branson
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Tragic Sybill's story was cut short before she really had a chance to flourish. The youngest daughter of Lord and Lady Grantham, Sybill was a radical from the start. A feminist, socialist, and humanitarian, Sybill was averse to the privilege she grew up in. She married her beloved Tom Branson, the family's Chauffeur, and had a beautiful baby girl.
Sadly, her character arc was relinquished when she died post-childbirth. It is a shame because Sybill had so much potential as a foil to her family's privilege. Finally, someone who disagreed with the philosophy of the household could remain as a voice of reason. The choice to kill her off was one that hurt the character in the long run.
6 Isobel Crawley
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Isobel might not have aristocratic beginnings, but she unwillingly climbed the ladder through marriage. After her son became heir, she became a mainstay at the Abbey. Ever afterward she eventually married Lord Richard Grey. This one-time nurse became a fully-fledged lady!
Isobel is a lovely character and a wonderful mirror to Violet Crawley. She embraces change, values justice, and is loyal beyond belief. Penelope Wilton, also of Doctor Who fame, did wonders with the character. Arguably, Isobel remains one of the more underrated characters of the whole series.
5 Lord Robert, Earl of Grantham
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Robert as a character is a sad one to watch most of the time. Much of the world that he is used to crumbles around him, giving way for one that is incredibly alien. That being said, he is still an insanely privileged individual stuck with much easier problems than most of Britain at the time let alone half of his staff.
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The problem is, Hugh Bonneville is so damn charming in the role, you can't help but root for Lord Grantham. While he might be considered a villain by today's moral standards, he remains a powerful figure in his local community and one who is beneficial to the greater good. He's not perfect and certainly a bit morally gray, but Hugh Bonneville makes it work perfectly.
4 Lady Edith Crawley
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Lady Edith is a character that might not be very likable but is sympathetic beyond belief. The utter garbage that gets flung at her constantly throughout the series would be enough to send most of us on a soul searching journey far, far away from the halls of Downton. Instead, like a good Brit, Edith keeps carrying on.
Edith is a constant disappointment to her family and herself, often by her own doing. For that, we love her. We all feel like the Edith in our families at times, and honestly we stan an imperfect queen.
3 Lady Mary Crawley
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Lady Mary gets a bad rap from day one. She is cold, she is determined, she is often even mean. But so are most protagonists on TV. The only difference? She's a self-assured woman. Mary has to juggle a lot of crap from her family and the expectations of her role. While she does not always cater to tradition, she is not naive enough to fully embrace the change against it.
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Mary stands in the middle between the younger crowd of social revolutionaries and the guardians of the old ways. Because of that, Mary is the one who has to make the tough decisions. There's a reason we follow her for most of the show, and that's because she is the show personified.
2 Matthew Crawley
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Dan Stevens was cast as the Beast in Disney's live-action remake for one reason and one reason only: Because Matthew Crawley is a Disney Prince in disguise. Matthew is the perfect man. He is humble, handsome, brilliant, and thrives in a period piece.
Matthew was one of the shows best characters. Like Mary, he stood as a figure in the middle, coming neither from the aristocracy or poverty. This middle-class hero was set to take over Downton and bring it into the new age. Sadly, the show had to kill him off as Stevens wanted out. What we got of him though was perfection.
1 Violet, Dowager Countess of Grantham
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If anyone was going to take the number one spot it was Maggie Smith. While she really stands as nothing more than comic relief and witty remarks, Violet the Dowager Countess is the ultimate aristocrat of Downton Abbey. It's no wonder that with a performer as renowned and iconic as Maggie Smith behind her that Violet is as beloved as she is.
Violet as the best lines of the show, which every fan rocks on some kitschy t-shirt they won't admit they own. She exudes old world-class and survives as a pillar of tradition. The best aspect of her character though is when she is challenged and proven wrong, showing a small hint of (short-lived) remorse. It shows the bit of humanity essential in a sassy character such as this.
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