#Seal beach volleyball

[teamatsumu]

where we left off. (hinata shoyo x reader)

summary: “you confess because you think you will never see him again, so it doesn’t matter ” - for my valentine’s day event - theme: confessions

word count: 1981

tags: @nishayuro @kitas-tapioca @kakashineedstotouchgrass s @amisuh @avis-writeshq @samanthaa-leanne @akaashi-todorki @sp1ng @kur0obaby @bleach-your-panties

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There is a light in Shoyo that just won’t dim. Not that you want it to. It’s your favorite thing about him.

There are ten million reasons to like Shoyo (though Tsukishima would disagree and say he can barely find one. He’s lying. No one can dislike Shoyo. It’s not possible). But you like him for the simple reason that he is the best person you have ever met. He is dedicated and kind, loyal and friendly. You have known him since your first year in high school, and you have seen him face every adversity that comes his way with full confidence and optimism.

It’s no wonder you’re hopelessly in love with him. How could you not be? Shoyo entered your life and made everything ten times brighter and easier to deal with. From day one, he was your confidant and your cheerleader. In all those three years, Shoyo stood by you like you stood by him. You had grown by leaps and bounds with him as your friend.

Friend.

The sun was low in the sky, spreading a warm orange light over the clouds as it set. The color reminds you of Shoyo’s hair, and you have to curse yourself. It seems you can never stop thinking about him, and the world is adamant on making sure you didn’t even try to. You sigh and lean back on the bench you were seated on, closing your eyes and mentally preparing yourself for what was coming.

High school graduation had come and gone. Tomorrow, Shoyo will leave for Brazil. For two years minimum. And who knows? He says he will return, but there is a very real chance he won’t. An up-and-coming volleyball player like him, he could be snatched up by a local club. Or he could fall in love with beach volleyball and continue living there so he could keep playing it.

Two years is a long time for a person to change. You can change. He can change. You can’t trust yourself to leave this until then. Now, before Shoyo leaves, you will confess to him all of your closely guarded feelings. Before he potentially leaves your life for good, he has to know that he is the reason you are where you have gotten.

Heavy footsteps slowly fade in, making you turn your head to follow the sound. You spot Shoyo barreling down the sidewalk towards you, skidding to an abrupt halt when he reaches your bench. He takes a few deep breaths before grinning wide, and just the sight of his million watt smile has your own lips tugging up to return the gesture.

“Ready for dinner?”

Homey, comforting ramen is Shoyo’s choice of last meal in Japan. You both trudge into his usual ramen place, one that he loved to frequent often after practice. He talks your ear off all the way there, telling you about his day. He had been getting his affairs in order, saying goodbye to all the important people and packing up some last minute stuff. You let him catch you up to every tiny detail, (He is like that. He doesn’t like leaving anything out) and you hum along to his stories.

When steaming bowls of ramen are set down before you is when Shoyo finally shuts up, instead choosing to immediately wolf it down. You watch him with blatant adoration in your eyes. You know you do, and you don’t bother to hide it. Sharing this one last moment with him, you don’t want to hold back. This might be the last time you can look at him in leisure. So you drink him in the best you can, trying to seal this moment in your memory forever.

“Are you excited for beach volleyball?”

He nods around a mouthful of noodles. “I have just two years to learn it, so I’m a bit nervous. But I can’t wait to start!”

You smile at his usual unending enthusiasm. “You’ll be great, Shoyo. I have never met someone as hardworking as you.”

And there is that smile again, so bright you almost have to squint to withstand it. He was so different from how he was in first year. He had come such a long way in just three years. Imagine how much he would change after two years in a completely foreign country, on the other side of the world.

You can feel your shoulders drop.

After dinner, Shoyo insists on dessert and you both end up getting ice pops. He finishes his before you can even take one bite of your own, and then ends up finishing half of yours as well when you tell him you are full and he can have it. No wonder he has unending stamina. He eats the food of three people. You smile at the thought.

As per routine, Shoyo walks you home afterward. The sun has fully set by this time, and the streetlights periodically illuminate the two of you as you walk along the sidewalk. Your figures cast long, moving shadows on the concrete, and you keep your eyes on them as you walk. Shoyo is humming something under his breath, occasionally breaking the silence to comment on something. You bask in the moment.

When you slow to a stop at your front door, you realise it is finally time to do what you had been psyching yourself up for all this time.

“I have something to say.” You comment. Shoyo blinks and nods, encouraging you to continue. You take a deep breath.

“For the last three years, you’ve been the best person in my life. By a long shot. I can’t believe I met someone like you. You’re always so supportive, Shoyo, and you’ve really helped me be the best version of myself.”

You cringe at your corny statements, but Shoyo’s face has softened. He stays silent. You muscle on.

“I like you. A lot. A lot. And before you leave, I just wanted you to know this.”

Because I may never see you again. You let the last sentence die in your throat.

Shoyo looks down at the ground, fiddling with his hands a bit. You realize you have made him nervous. And no wonder. You just dumped a huge revelation on him the day before he leaves the country.

“You don’t have to say anything!” You add on, as soon as Shoyo opens his mouth to speak, trying to soothe his nerves. “I don’t want you to reciprocate. I just wanted to tell you all this before you left.”

You step forward to wrap him into a hug, feeling him freeze at the gesture. You don’t let yourself linger, pulling away mere seconds later. Shoyo opens and closes his mouth like a fish. You giggle.

“Do your best in Brazil, Shoyo. I’m counting on you.”

And then you pull open the door, shutting it behind yourself with one last smile at his surprised face.

……………………

Tokyo is a big city, and you lose yourself in the hustle and bustle of it.

Miyagi was quiet, peaceful, and you knew more or less everyone there. In contrast, Tokyo is continuously moving, and you have to run to keep up with it. It’s a big change, going from Tokyo to Miyagi, but it is a welcome one. You can feel how you change and blossom along with the city.

Your apartment is small. One bedroom, open kitchen, tiny bathroom. It’s a starter apartment and you are still a student, so it doesn’t matter. Every night, you cook yourself a modest meal and plop yourself down in front of the television, continuing some show you have been watching for the last few days. Afterwards, you have a warm cup of tea and then begin your nightly routine, ready for classes the next day.

Today that routine is disrupted by loud knocking on the door.

You pause your chewing, reaching for the remote to mute the TV. You don’t hear any sound, not even shuffling, but ten seconds later you hear another, longer knock. Sighing, you set your bowl down on the coffee table and throw your blanket off, trudging to the door. When you look through the peephole, all you see is one shoulder. You roll your eyes at the person who chose to not stand in your view.

You undo the lock and pull the door open, immediately freezing on the spot.

He has grown so much taller, and broader. His skin holds a wonderful bronze tan, and his hair is shorter than the last time you saw him. But his smile is the same. Bright and blinding, endlessly welcoming. Your heart skips.

“Hi.” He breathes. His voice is deeper too. A little scratchier. You continue to stare, mouth agape. You cannot believe it, and your brain cannot process it.

“Shoyo…” Your grip on the doorframe tightens. A small silence extends between you two. Shoto shifts a bit.

“Can I come in?” He asks sheepishly.

You abruptly jerk back, nodding vigorously. “Of course! Sorry, sorry. Come in.”

You allow Shoyo to pass through the threshold, toeing his shoes off and stacking them next to your own before looking back at you expectantly. You lead him into the living room, mind racing with a thousand thoughts.

He was back. From Brazil. Taller and tanned and just as bright. And he’s back. You reel with the revelation.

“How have you been?” He asks, seating himself on the couch and looking up at you with a small smile. He seems…. calmer somehow. More present instead of how flighty he used to be. More grounded. You nod a bit.

“I’m- I’ve been good. You?”

“Me too.”

“Okay good.”

Awkward silence stretches between you two. You feel your face heat up.

“I’m going to make tea!” You announce, bustling towards the kitchen before Shoyo can protest, trying not to think about the last conversation you had with him right before he left, over two years ago.

Once you settle before him with two steaming hot cups, the awkward air disperses a bit. You aren’t surprised. It always did with Shoyo. He had a talent like this. You ask him about Brazil and he goes on a whole storytime for it, telling you about the vast beaches and the burning sun. How much he learned and how much he changed.

That part is true, you can tell. Shoyo has changed. But despite all that, you can feel the way your heart skips, the way your palms get clammy. All those old feelings are coming back, and you cannot stop them. As you watch the way Shoyo laughs and reminisces with you, you’re not sure you want to.

A lull hits after Shoyo stops talking, and you watch as he fiddles with his hands a bit before speaking again, his voice lower this time, more serious.

“Can we….. pick up where we left off?” He doesn’t glance up at you, playing with his hands.

You blink at his words, trying to process them. He gives you a crooked smile that lights your nerves on fire.

“You never let me reply that day. And…. I didn’t think I should either, because I was leaving. But now…”

He trails off, you feel your breath catch. Is he implying what you think he is? You try not to get your hopes up, but Shoyo’s next words seal the deal.

“I like you tons.”

You can’t help your breathless laugh at his choice of words. Your skin buzzes. Shoyo scoots closer to you. You let him. His leg brushes against yours and you can feel the way electricity zips through you at the feeling.

“I like you tons too.”

Ten minutes later, when Shoyo drags huge suitcases into your lobby from outside your front door, you realize he came here straight from the airport. And it only makes you love him more.

#hinata shouyou #hinata shoyo x reader #hinata shoyo haikyuu #hinata shoyo x you #hinata shoyo fluff #hinata shoyo fanfiction #hq x reader #haikyuu x reader #hq fluff #hinata shōyō

[wcbblife]

could you do paige with either a black gf or a volleyball player gf hcs??

Paige x Volleyball player!gf HCs

a/n: I've had this idea in the drafts for quite a bit of time. So glad you sparked my mind to finally finish it

Bit of background about you two ig:

What first stood out to Paige about you was the ability to absolutely spike the ball with an insane amount of power. The first time she saw you play she was with KK because they were both oh so bored on their free day. Next thing she knew you were elevating off the floor and slamming your palm against the ball with an insane amount of strength. They both let out a synched “DAMN” as the ball quickly made its way down to the floor with a resounding bang. One after the other, she was literally left with her jaw on the floor at how good you were and how you were able to carry the team to a flawless victory.

She definitely went home and searched all of your highlights, slowly being more and more captivated by how high you could jump and how fast you could react to get some saves. After that, she would literally make up the stupidest excuses to just see you absolutely dominate on the court.

Noticing her growing attendance, fans began to joke around on the internet (with pics and vids). You take notice of this. Especially on how she cheered extra hard whenever you helped on scoring a point.

Funny enough I think you two would meet in the library. She would pass you and the look on her face is hilarious (something between a mix of amazement, shock, and something else). She tries to stop the absolute sound of excitement that she wants to let out.

"Dude, you’re an awesome player.” She says, smiling super bright.

"Well if it isn’t my biggest fan” You tease. “But are you serious? You’re the cool one here.”

You both continue to absolutely geek out about one another and compliment the other's play style. It’s then that you find out that she absolutely loves when you spike.

You both get closer after one particular game where your famous strong spikes literally sealed the deal for the team to win. After a particularly impressive spike she literally jumped while screaming as loud as she could and you couldn't even deny that trying to ignore a tall blonde jumping erratically up and down was getting harder after each game. So you just turned towards her and pointed to mess with her. It worked though cuz Paige went absolutely crazy.

After that, you two started talking some more and you even started showing your face to some of her basketball games. And she asked you out after one of her hard games, caught up in the high of the game. You two immediately become the school's hottest topic after it.

Some actually normal HCs:

She absolutely is your biggest fan. No one ever cheers louder for you than Paige Bueckers.

Is eager to learn how to set for you so that she can help you with your spikes. Like seeing it first hand because it makes her feel so starstruck seeing it first hand.

Absolutely loves to play beach volleyball with you. Idk why she just seems like it.

Lovesssss to see you in your uniform. Especially with those shorts. Makes her go crazy.

Goes nuts when you react fast and save the ball. "YEAH BABY! YOU SHOW EM HOW ITS DONE!"

Will 100% challenge you to a 1v1 but immediately regret it as she watches you jump to slam the ball. “Chill! You're gonna kill me if you do that.”

She loves to learn and break down each set with you. Especially if you tell her it helps you better your game. And vise versa. You love to watch her games and hear her break down her own playing.

Outside of sports and school, Paige will literally show you off to everyone (like imagine a family Christmas party and she's literally holding someone hostage while showing them you play. “Isn't she awesome? I mean just look at her!").

Acts like a concerned mother whenever you fall one too many times in a game while diving to save the ball from touching the ground.

Loves it when you wink or smile in her direction while you're playing. It actually drives her a little crazy.

#wcbb #women's basketball #uconn huskies #uconn wbb #paige bueckers #paige bueckers x reader

[ichorai]

ties that bind ; nanami kento ; june 13th.

pairing ; nanami kento x reader

drabble synopsis ; packed lunches for four!

themes ; fluff, slice of life, established relationship (married), parents au

warnings / includes ; first introduction to baby yuriko :) this is so domestic it makes me sick, again this series is completely disregarding the shibuya incident and will be a lot of slice of life fluffy filler kind of vibes

series masterlist.

13th june, 2019

“I made lunch,” you told Nanami, handing him the sealed bento box with a warm smile. Your husband mirrored your expression, one of his hands cradling the back of your head to pull you closer, pressing a soft kiss to your forehead. 

“Thank you,” he said. Then, his keen eyes darted down to the counter, where there were three other bento boxes stacked on top of one another. “And these are for…?”

Your features turned sheepish. “I was going to bring Yuriko to come visit the school—so I made lunches for the second-year kids, as well. No doubt they haven’t had anything home-cooked in a long time.”

Something in Kento’s eyes softened. You were so painfully good and kind it made his chest ache. 

“You spoil them,” he whispered, nose nudging over the crown of your head. 

You made a noise of amusement at that. “They deserve to be spoiled.” Then, you glanced over at the round clock hanging in the kitchen. “I’ll see you in a couple hours? I think I’ll drop by around 11 or so.”

“Mhm. Try to avoid running into Gojo this time. Yuriko hates him.”

Your daughter, nearing six months old now, still burst into a fit of panicked tears every time Gojo tried to hold her, much to the excited man’s chagrin. Nanami would often proudly remark that she was his daughter. 

“I can’t promise anything. It feels like Satoru has eyes and ears everywhere,” you replied with a laugh in your voice.

Nanami frowned at the thought, but it was quick to dissipate when you leaned forward to kiss his cheek. “I love you,” he said in farewell, eliciting a fond I love you, too, right back. 

With that, he whisked out of the kitchen and made his way to the door. It saddened him to leave for work before Yuriko could wake up, but he felt better knowing she was coming to visit the school with you. 

“What’s inside?” Nobara queried when you handed the three students their respective packed lunches.

“White rice with some steamed fish and veggies. There’s also watermelon chunks in the other container. You guys need to have a balanced diet, you know.” You reached out to fondly ruffle Yuji’s disheveled pink hair, knowing the boy had terrible eating habits. “You still have a lot of growing to do.”

Megumi, polite as ever, bowed his head and thanked you with a quiet tone. Nobara’s eyes had lit up at the mention of watermelon, eagerly chiming in her appreciation, as well. You grinned, and gestured for them to start eating. 

“Won’t you be eating with us?” Yuji asked, more as a request than an actual question. He was poking fingers at baby Yuriko in her stroller, pulling funny faces so that she would coo with laughter. Yuji had always been her favorite out of the three.

“I would, but I’m dropping off Nanami’s lunch, as well,” you told them, earning a pout of disappointment from Yuji and Nobara. 

The three of them began opening up their lunches. 

“Make sure to eat all of it, okay?” you told them in a mothering tone, laughing slightly when Nobara went straight for the watermelon rather than the rice. “I’ll see all of you this weekend—I was thinking we could all go to the beach. The weather calls for it, you know?”

It’d been nothing but sunshine and wispy clouds for the past week. 

Yuji tickled Yuriko’s wriggling feet within her stroller, excitedly nodding in agreement. “Sounds good with me! We could play volleyball!”

“Okay, I really should get going,” you said, waving goodbye. Before you could step away, Yuji pulled away from the baby stroller to envelop you in a warm hug, his arms wrapped tightly over your upper body. It surprised you at first, but you were quick to affectionately return the embrace. 

“Thank you for the food, and for being so considerate of us!” he said once he pulled away, saluting you with a nod. You laughed at how serious he sounded.

Swallowing her last bite of watermelon (she was definitely going to nick some from the other two), Nobara barked out, “Hey! Stop trying to be Y/N’s favorite, you suck-up!”

#nanami kento x reader #nanami kento fanfiction #nanami kento x you #jujutsu kaisen fanfiction #jjk fanfiction #jjk x reader #jujutsu kaisen x reader #nanami kento ff #kento nanami x reader #kento nanami fanfiction #nanami kento fluff #nanami kento drabbles #nanami kento imagines #jujutsu kaisen fluff #jjk fluff

[rwby-encrusted-blog]

(Sh)Arc en Seal

Do you pronounce Ciel as Seel or Se-el? I say Se-el

Ruby: Ah! The Beach! Do you Jnpr's already here, yeah?

Yang: 'Course they are, we're a bit late, Which means there's No Time to waste! Let's Put up the Net, Get in the Wet, and watch the Sunset!

Weiss: Ugh, why didn't you let me put sunblock on Before coming here! Let's set up the Umbrellas and Towels first! We've got all day to play! It'll be annoying when we want a break and have nowhere to sit.

Blake: I'll help. besides, I'd rather wait a bit before facing you, Nora, and/or Pyrrha in Volleyball.

???: oh! Ruby! Sal -

Ruby: Huh?

???: -U-

WBY: *step off to the side*

Ruby: Aw crud.

Penny, Moving very fast: -TATIONS! *tackle Hugs Ruby*

Ruby: Hi! Penny! I should really be expecting that by now! Okay! Wow! *Breathes* Okay! What are doing here! How are you?

Penny: I am doing Quite well Ruby! I am here because my Partner Ciel was invited by a friend of hers, who turned out to be Jaune!

Yang: Jaune's friends with Miss "time is of the essence"?

Weiss: Forgive us me for finding that hard to believe. Jaune isn't the first to come to mind when it comes to scheduling.

Penny: There is much more to Ciel than her desires for Timeliness, and Jaune is more often than not Schedule oriented than the rest of you is he not?

Blake: THinking about it I guess he is. He always wakes up at six,

Ruby: He never turns assignments in late ...

Yang: He takes a power nap after class and his Training sessions with Pyrrha always happen at the same time.

Weiss: Yes, yes, we can all name his schedule off the top of our heads, but this stuff is getting heavy and I'd like to sit down. Where'd all the Energy about the beach go?

Ruby: You're right! Come on team (and Penny!) Move out!

~~~~~

Pyrrha: Hello again~ Glad you finally made it! We're set up over there, and we got our own net set up.

Weiss: Thank goodness. I'm worn out from the car ride. I'm gonna go rest a bit.

Ruby: Where's Jaune and Ciel?

Penny: They have gone Fishing!

Blake: really!?! Where!?!? Have they caught any fish yet!?!?

Penny: Out there! *She points to the sea*

Yang: ... Are they on a boat or something?

Nora: Nope! They're swimming! Ciel's REALLY fast! she's so cool! eh, mostly, She can be a real stick in the mud when it comes to timing, but she's still really cool!

Blake: I really want some fish! When ill they be done?

At that Moment Jaune stepped out of the water, Carrying a sizable net of fish.

Jaune: Guys! You finally made it! What happened?

Blake: FISH!

Ruby: Traffic. That and our alarms were ... Messed up.

Jaune: Hmm., Well you're here, and You know Penny and Ciel are here too.

Yang: Where is the time-keeper anyways

Seal!Faunus Ciel: Hello! Penny time!

Ciel swam on her back, sunning while staying in the water

Penny: Fishing has completed three minutes and 42 seconds before expected time! You managed to hold your breath thirty-two seconds longer than your previously recorded time, One minute and twelve point four seconds less than your personal record!

Ciel: Excellent!

She dove back under the water, before returning to the beach. She shook the water off her fur and wrapping arms around Jaune.

Ciel: That gives me three minutes to relax with you.

Jaune: Ciel! Not in front of our friends!

Ciel: They can waste their time worrying, Let's spend ours together! *Mwah*

RWBY: *Shock*

Jaune: Aw, Ci-ci! You're -ow- Claws! Your claws!

Ciel: Sorry! I got excited!

Jaune: I know. I love you~

Ciel: You're quite dear to me as well.

Blake: So? Uh, fish?

Penny: It is the scheduled time to begin Grilling!

Ciel: Then beginning to Grill we shall.

Ruby: How long has that been going on?

Jaune: Eh, couple weeks. We met at the Weekend Run of the "Return to the Past" Trilogy the theater was running.

#rwby #jaune arc #ruby rose #yang xiao long #weiss schnee #nora valkyrie #blake belladonna #pyrrha nikos #arc en ciel #ciel soleil #shark!faunus jaune #seal!faunus ciel #rwby shitpost

[beautification-tales]

The Bet

The sun was setting over the horizon as Sasha walked down the beach, her bare feet sinking into the soft, warm sand. She couldn't help but feel a sense of dread in the pit of her stomach. Today was the day she was going on a date with Chad. She hated Chad and his macho ways, and she couldn't understand why he wanted to date her in the first place. He was the star quarterback of the football team, and he could have any girl he wanted. But for some reason, he'd set his sights on her.

Sasha remembered making the dare with Chad at a party last month. They were both drunk, and she'd thought it was just a stupid joke. Chad had disrespected her volleyball career every chance he could. “You’re not a winner like me Sasha. You should quit volleyball and let a man like me take care of you.” Chad sneered as Sasha could feel her blood boil.

In a fit of rage, she challenged him to a bet. If her team won the next three games, he would dress as a cheerleader to a volleyball game. But if they lost...she'd have to go on a date with Chad. It was when she sobered up that she realized what a grave mistake she had made.

Against all odds, her team won the next two games. Sasha couldn't believe it when they pulled through. She should have focused on the final game to ensure their victory but she couldn’t help but brag to Chad. “You had to see us win in person huh Chad? I hope you got your cheerleader skirt ready.” She laughed as Chad actually looked a bit nervous.

“It’s crazy how I will dress more girly than you ever have if you win.” Chad responded. Chad was always complaining that Sasha’s tall frame was always covered in sweats when not competing. Sasha frowned in disgust. “Still don’t know how to shut up? How about we make the pot sweeter? Sasha’s overconfidence and desire to put Chad in his place had reached its apex. She was going to silence him and have some fun.

“If my team wins the last game. You can only say how awesome a player I am whenever you see me for a month.” Sasha grinned, sticking her hand out for a handshake.

Chad grabbed her hand with a diabolical look in his eye. “Deal but if you lose. You have to wear an outfit of my choice for our date.” Sasha felt her skin crawl but knew there was no backing out now. She nodded as they shook hands and went their separate ways.

The last game was a close one, with Sasha's team making some costly mistakes. In the end, they lost, sealing Sasha's fate. She felt a mixture of anger and despair as she walked over to Chad after the game. He smirked at her, clearly enjoying this moment. “I’ll see you at the beach at 7 on Saturday.”

Chad’s car pulled up as she stood in the sand watching the sun set. Chad got out and ran over to her. “Beautiful sunset! I think it’s time to make you look just as beautiful! The dress and shoes are in the car. I’ll take a walk and give you a bit of privacy.”

Sasha huffed and turned to the car. She couldn't believe Chad had the nerve to make her wear a dress and heels. She'd never worn anything like this before. She grabbed the red dress, feeling the soft, flowing fabric in her hands. It was shorter than she would have liked, revealing her toned legs and showing off her athletic build. She sighed and then reached for the white heels. They were sky-high, and she wobbled as she stood on them for the first time. She hoped she wouldn't break her ankle.

Chad returned, looking her up and down. He smirked. "Not bad, Sasha. You actually look pretty good in that." She could tell he was enjoying this way too much. "So, what did you have in mind for our date?" she asked sarcastically.

He smiled, still eyeing her up and down. “I’m taking you to a fancy restaurant to impress you of course! Also we have to show off how we match.” Sasha didn’t even notice it before but the pants and sports jacket Chad was wearing matched her heels as his red shirt matched her dress. Sasha shook her head as she got into the car.

“Could you be more obsessed with Miami Vice?” Sasha asked Chad. Chad quickly turned his head and looked her in the eye. “See? That’s why I lo… like talking to you. You’re the first person to notice.”

Sasha noticed how Chad almost said love and she wanted to gag but the compliment made her feel warm as she closed her legs tightly together. The restaurant was not far as it was near the water and had an amazing view of the Moon.

Chad led Sasha by the hand to their reserved table. She felt as if the people were looking at her and Chad. “Why are people looking at us Chad? Did you put a sign on my back or something?” He laughed hard as he shook the table.

“No, they are checking you out because you look amazing. You just need to show a bit of skin and you are the center of attention.” He winked. Sasha adjusted her skirt feeling self conscious but also the same warm sensation returned.

The food was incredible, but Sasha found herself lost in conversation with Chad. She found everything about Chad was charming. The warm feeling persisted throughout her body as she felt her nipples harden. Sasha squeezed her legs together tightly as the warmth became like a fire in between her legs. Sasha licked her lips as she stared at Chad as he talked about his NFL dreams.

She couldn't believe how attracted she was to him. It was like everything about him was just... intoxicating. She couldn't tear her eyes away from him, and she couldn't stop thinking about how his hands felt when they'd shaken hands after the game. She forced herself to focus on the conversation, but her mind kept drifting back to the way he'd looked at her when he'd said she was pretty.

As the night went on, the moon rose higher in the sky, casting a soft, silver glow over the ocean. Chad paid the check and they walked to the car. Chad opened the door for her as she smiled at him.

"Chad, I had a wonderful time tonight. I really thought I would hate it but it was fun," she said, feeling the words pour out of her before she could stop them. He smiled back at her, his eyes sparkling in the moonlight.

The waves crashing against the shore were the only noises filling the air. Sasha felt a strange sense of urgency welling up inside her, like she needed to do something, anything, to relieve this building pressure that seemed to be coming from between her legs. She couldn't take her eyes off of Chad's crotch, wondering if he was as aroused as she was.

As if reading her mind, Chad leaned in close, his warm breath tickling her earlobe. "Is something wrong, Sasha?" he whispered huskily. "You've been staring at me all night." She shook her head, feeling a blush creep up her neck. "No, I... I just..." Before she could finish, he pressed his lips against hers, his tongue darting out to stroke her tongue.

The kiss deepened, and Sasha felt herself melt into him. His hand found its way to her waist, pulling her closer still. With a groan, he leaned her back against the car, his free hand sliding up her thigh, teasing at the hem of her dress. She gasped as his fingers brushed against her bare skin, and arched into his touch.

Their lips parted, and Chad's breath came hot and fast against her neck. "God, you're so beautiful," he whispered, his voice thick with desire. He reached down, undoing his pants, and before Sasha could even register what was happening, his cock was in her hand. She stared at it, fascinated, as her fingers closed around it, feeling its heat and hardness. She took a deep breath, and then slowly began to stroke him, marveling at the way his length and girth filled her hand.

As she stroked, Chad leaned forward, his lips finding her nipple through her dress. He teased it with his tongue, sucking gently as she continued to stroke him. The sensations were overwhelming, and she could feel herself growing wetter by the second. Her heart raced as she considered taking things further. With a shaky breath, she pushed Chad's pants and boxers down to his knees, freeing his cock completely.

She looked up at him, her eyes meeting his in the moonlight, and took a deep breath. Slowly, hesitantly, she leaned forward, her lips brushing against the tip of his cock. The feel of his hot, hard length against her lips sent a shiver through her body, and she could feel her own arousal building even more. Taking another deep breath, she engulfed him, her lips stretching around him as she sucked.

“Oh fuck yes! I’ve dreamed of this night. Finally you’re mine Sasha. You belong to me”

Sasha’s brow curled in confusion as she couldn’t stop sucking.

“See? You can’t even stop now. I bet my cock tastes like candy to you.”

Sasha looked him in the eye as he brushed her hair from her face. She stopped for a moment trying to defy him. She couldn’t resist any longer and began to Bob up and down on his member once more.

“Ungh I fucking love you… I knew these magic heels would do their job. You know…. Unnnh….

I thought I’d never have the chance to use them on you but when you upped the ante…. Fuck!…. I said fuck it.”

Sasha realized it all made sense. All the feelings she had were magically induced upon her. She knew she should be upset but the feelings of pleasure were too strong.

She continued to suck on Chad's cock, feeling her mouth stretch around him as she took more of him deeper into her throat. She moaned around him, her breath hot against his skin. His hands tangled in her hair, urging her to go faster, harder.

“Good girl” Chad groaned as Sasha’s eyes rolled back in orgasmic bliss. Sasha finally felt the willpower to stop sucking as her lips left his cock with a loud pop.

“Please fuck me daddy.” Sasha moaned her eyes wide like a puppy.

Chad smiled down at her as he pulled her up to her feet, his cock still in her hand. He guided her back against the car, positioning his hardness at her entrance. With a rough thrust, he pushed inside her, groaning as he felt her tightness surround him. Her nails dug into his shoulders as he began to move, thrusting in and out of her in a steady rhythm.

Their bodies slapped together, the sounds of their flesh colliding filling the silence of the night. Chad's breath came in ragged gasps as he looked down at her, his eyes dark with desire. "God, you feel so good," he murmured, his voice hoarse. "You know you love this. How everyone saw how sexy you are. Fuck you make my cock so hard.”

Sasha arched her back, pressing herself against him as he continued to thrust. The sensation of being filled by him was overwhelming, but in the best possible way. She wrapped her legs around his waist, her nails digging into his shoulders as she urged him on. "More, daddy," she whispered, her voice shaking with need. "I want all of you."

He groaned, his thrusts becoming rougher as he obeyed her demand. His hips slammed into hers, driving his cock deeper inside her with each stroke. She could feel the wetness between them, their bodies moving together in perfect synchronicity. Their breath mingled in the air, hot and heavy, as they lost themselves in the heat of the moment.

As Chad's pace increased, Sasha threw her head back, arching her back further, meeting his thrusts with her own. The sensation of being so completely filled by him was overwhelming, but in the best possible way. Her nails dug into his shoulders, leaving marks as she held on tight, her legs wrapped around his waist.

"That's it, baby," he growled, his breath hot against her ear. "Let daddy have what he wants." His hips slammed into hers again and again, his cock hitting her sweet spot with each thrust. The car rocked beneath them, their bodies slapping together in a rhythm that was as primal as it was erotic.

Sasha felt her climax building, her inner muscles clenching around Chad's cock. Her nails dug into his shoulders, urging him deeper, harder. "Chad...," she moaned, her voice strained. "I'm... I'm... going to..."

He could feel it too, her body tensing, her muscles gripping him tightly. With a final, powerful thrust, he drove himself as deep inside her as he could go, his hips meeting her ass as he released his seed. Her walls milked his cock, her orgasm washing over them both in a wave of pleasure.

Their bodies trembled together, their chests heaving as they tried to catch their breath. The night air was cool against their sweaty skin, but they were too lost in the afterglow of their passion to care. Sasha rested her head on Chad's shoulder, her legs still wrapped around his waist, feeling his cock twitch inside her as it began to soften.

“I… I think I love wearing heels.” Sasha said

#transformation #beautification #f2f transformation #bimboification #slutification #mind corruption #mind control #mind conditioning #aphrodisiac #love spells #stepfordization #stiletto shoes

[thatswhywelovegermany]

Verdict concerning urinating at the beach of the Baltic Sea

A man emptied his bladder in the protection of the dark and was confronted by watchful upholders of law and order. The case went to court - and the judges felt challenged to show their craft.

It is one of the advantages of nature that your view of the magnificent landscape is not obstructed by an outside toilet. That's why you simply have no choice but to pee outdoors every now and then. Under the cover of a bush, tree, hill or even the night, an unproblematic affair that should not upset anyone.

Something like that may have gone through the thoughts of the wild wee'er who removed himself about twenty meters from his friends gathered on the Baltic Sea beach in a summer night of July 2022 and urinated protected by the darkness – the act was committed around 00:36 – with his back facing the beach towards the water. Children building sand castles or girls playing volleyball were not active at this time. Nor was the beach frequented by walkers. However, law enforcement officers of the city of Lübeck armed with flashlights patrolled the beach, who confronted the perpetrator – but only after he had emptied his bladder, order must prevail. The man was supposed to pay sixty euros for the administrative offense of "annoyance of the general public by a grossly indecent action", which the man refused to pay. The case went to the district court of Lübeck.

Among other things, the question whether the wild wee'er had violated the public sense of shame was on the table. The court found: no. The person concerned had entrusted himself to the protection of the darkness and did not have to expect to be suddenly illuminated with flashlights and to be approached in a targeted manner. It has to be redounded to the district court's credit that it has also kept an eye on the geographical peculiarities. "The fact that there were no other ways to retreat behind landscape features at the drift line of the Baltic Sea, unlike in mountains and at forest edges, except to turn away, cannot be stacked against the person concerned. That's how it is at the coast."

Yes, that's the way it is at the coast. Continue in the court text, on to the next setback for the Hanseatic city of Lübeck. According to the district court, no discommoding pollution or impairment by odor had occurred. The Baltic Sea is not a puddle, the wild wee'er had determined correctly. The court has researched that it contains "an amount of 21,631 cubic kilometers of brackish water. The degree of dilution would be so high that even in the event of a repeat or imitation a discommoding pollution or impairment by odor is impossible."

Finally, the district court comes to the beautiful, almost poetically formulated judgment that under the vastness of the firmament, man has no less rights than the deer in the forest, the rabbit in the field or the seal at the drift line of the Baltic Sea. And since, in case of doubt, we are sometimes deer, rabbits or seals, depending on the region, the state treasury has to bear the costs of the legal proceedings and the expenses of the person concerned.

#improbable news from germany #that's so german

[bearterritory]

#7 Cal Advances to NCAA Quarterfinal

Bears Defeat No. 10 Long Beach State 3-1

GULF SHORES, Ala. – For the second consecutive year, the Golden Bears are moving on to the quarterfinal round of the NCAA Championship.   The No. 7 California beach volleyball team defeated No. 10 Long Beach State 3-1 for its second NCAA Championship win in program history. The Bears also defeated Long Beach in last year's opening round, and to draw an even further parallel from 2023, Cal will now face No. 2 UCLA in a quarterfinal rematch.   With all five pairs playing at the same time, the action moves quickly at Gulf Shores. Cal (22-13) claimed three first sets in a span of five minutes to swing the momentum in its favor. Soon after, the Bears had a 2-0 lead with wins on courts five and two.   Playing on court five for the first time together, junior Ella Dreibholz and graduate student Lara Boos earned the first point of the dual in dominant fashion, 21-11, 21-6. Dreibholz posted a double-double with 19 kills and 13 digs. Her kills mark paced the team and her .720 hitting percentage ranked second.   The rookie/veteran pairing of freshman Emma Donley and graduate student Kendall Peters succeeded in its NCAA Championship debut, earning a 21-17, 21-9 win on court two. Donley had an errorless, 10-0-16 performance for a .625 hitting percentage to go along with a team-high five. Peters swung at a .722 clip with 14 kills and seven digs.   Despite the Bears taking a 2-0 lead, the momentum began trending towards Long Beach (28-10) after it  took the first set on courts one and three and forced a third set on five. Long Beach State quickly cut the lead in half with a win on court one.   Needing to win one third set, the court four duo of Jenna Colligan and Portia Sherman jumped out to a commanding lead. The two sophomores got to dual point with a powerful cross-court attack from Colligan and a wide attack from the Beach on the following rally to seal the victory for California. Colligan finished with 16 kills and eight digs and Sherman added 14 kills, five digs, and a pair of aces.

#7 Cal  3, #10 Long Beach State 1 1 Malia Gementera/Taylor Hagenah (LBSU) def. Sierra Caffo/Alexandria Young-Gomez 24-22 21-16 2 Emma Donley/Kendall Peters (Cal) def. Gibson/Savannah Standage 21-17 21-9, 3 Gia Fisher/Marilu Pally (Cal) vs. Julia Westby/Natalie Glenn 19-21, 21-18, 9-6 (uf.) 4 Portia Sherman/Jenna Colligan (Cal) def. Christine Deroos/Megan Widener 21-18 13-21 15-10 5 Ella Dreibholz/Lara Boos (Cal) def. Haley Carrington and Emily Sparks 21-11 21-6 Order of finish: 5, 2, 1, 4*

#Go Bears! #UC Berkeley #Roll on you Bears #Cal sports #This Is Bear Territory #Go Bears #California athletics

[swirlysmile]

not sure if everyone is as in love with slider as i am but i’m biting the bullet and doing it

word count: 700

warnings; swearing which is in all my fics but this has the most i think

Reading With The Boys

If there’s one thing Slider knows for certain, it’s that he is the best of the best, the top 1%.

Something else Slider knows? He does not stink. Literally and metaphorically speaking, and sure, he had to check to be sure, but he’s definitely sure now. 

Sundown is laughing at him, and Slider rolls his eyes and curses Pete Mitchell out. In his head of course, nobody needs to know that he cares that much about what the shorty thinks. 

“Crashed and burned, huh Slider?” Sundown says, and Slider is really resisting the urge to punch him. 

“Hey, at least I don’t have a secret love affair with my superior.” He grimaces, circling back to insulting Maverick. 

He’s lucky that Ice isn’t here, because he would have no problem exposing his RIO’s ‘love affair’. Definitely not as clandestine, but hey, that’s what best friends are for. 

He doesn’t know whose idea it was, but Slider isn’t complaining. He just wishes he wasn’t in sweatpants. All of the pilots are at the beach for a good natured (competitive) game of volleyball. 

“Maverick, Goose.” Slider says, a hint of distaste in his voice as they step onto the court. 

“Ice, Slider.” Maverick smiles, mocking salute in tow. Ice is playing with the ball, spinning it on his finger like you would a basketball. 

Ice serves it hard without a warning, and now everyone is jumping around to throw it back up and across. 

Slider likes watching Maverick and Goose jump around, it looks funny.

Seeing you on the sidelines during the game though? Certainly seals the deal, and now, he’s flexing more than he already had been. It’s no shock that Slider is ripped, he’s a pilot for god's sake, but playing volleyball in the blistering California heat, oddly enough, makes him even more attractive than he normally is.

Ice sends him a teasing side glance accompanied by a wink at the sight of you, your eyes glued to him. Maybe it’d be more descriptive  to say your eyes were glued to his abs, but there’s no need for specifics. 

After a few more points are scored, Slider is wrapping his arm around Ice. They’re losing a little miserably, 3-6, and it’s a big blow to his ego. 

“It’s cause you’re trying to show off for her,” Ice says, poking fun at Sliders ‘desperation’. 

Slider swore there was a better word for it, admiration perhaps? Scratch that- it doesn’t sound right.

“I’m not trying anything.” Slider says, jabbing Ice in the side. 

His eyes involuntarily slide to where you’re sitting, and the fact that you’re reading a book instead of watching him makes him almost jealous.

“Jealous of a damn book, real smooth Ron” he says to himself and he’s lucky Tom didn’t hear. 

Then, they lose. Maverick is packing up, pulling his shirt on while Ice is making some offhanded comment about how he’s just scared to lose. 

“Mother Goose you pussy!” 

Maverick still leaves despite Goose’s pleas, it’s weird. He’s never been able to say no to Nick Bradshaw, but suddenly it clicks. That damn note. 

Right now, all that Slider can think is that he  is much more intelligent than Goose has ever given him credit for.

The game dies down scarily fast after Maverick leaves. The real entertainment was from Mav trying to jump around and spike the ball, since he’s so short and all. Without Maverick though, there’s less of a crowd. 

“Alright,” Ice starts, reaching to straighten out Slider's nonexistent shirt. “Go get ‘em, tiger.” 

Slider stares dumbfounded. 

“You know what I mean, Ron.” 

“No, I’m not sure I do, Tom.” He says, venom lacing his voice. He’s a bit embarrassed because Ice definitely isn’t being quiet. He’s sure that Hollywood is going to give him hell for this, especially if Ice doesn’t shut up. 

“Don’t be yourself, Ron. Nobody likes that!” Goose calls, and Slider flips him off. 

“He’s right,” Wolfman smiles and Ron knows they’re doing it to piss him off.

Boy is it working.

“Fuck all of you.” He says, finally walking in your direction. He’s murmuring something to himself, something like “Man up Ron,” or “Don’t be so scared, it’s just her,”. 

Obviously you looked up from your book at the sound of cheering, and god are you glad you did. 

#slider x reader #ron slider kerner x reader #ron ‘slider’ kerner x reader #ron kerner x reader #slider #ron slider kerner #ron ‘slider’ kerner #ron kerner #top gun #top gun fic #top gun 1989 #top gun 1989 fic #iceman #sundown #hollywood #wolfman #goose #maverick

[matoitech]

I AM WHAT I AM A NATURAL DISASTER

shark girl thats been buzzing around in my brain for a while. her name is Lahar. shes a lifeguard and very passionate abt her job. her Epic Rival is a professional beach volleyball playing leopard seal girl named Aqua (design pending). it might be onesided they might hate each other they might be into each other its up for debate, but Lahar is all that is standing between these beach goers and total anarchy so she CANNOT be distracted

#my art #ocs #furry #sharks #like usual w my ocs she is autistic bitrans and crazy thank u very much

[tealingual]

Beach vocabulary in Finnish

Meri - sea, ocean Järvi - lake Lampi - pond Joki - river Saari - island Ranta - beach, shore Hiekkaranta - beach, sandy shore Uimaranta - beach (where one can swim) Palmu - palm Kookospuu - coconut tree Hiekka - sand Kivi - stone, rock Vesi - water Aalto - wave Virtaus - current Syvyys - depth Vaahto - foam Pyyhe - towel Hattu - hat Aurinkolasit - sunglasses T-paita - t-shirt Toppi - top Uimapuku - swimming suit Bikinit - bikinis Uimahousut - swimming trunks Hame - skirt Shortsit - shorts Sandaalit - sandals Uida - to swim Sukeltaa - to div Uimalasit - goggles Uimarengas - swimming ring Uimapatja - air mattress Pelastusrengas - life-buoy, life ring, life preserver Uimavalvoja - lifeguard     Pelata - to play (games, sports) Rantapallo - beach ball Lentopallo - volleyball Frisbee - frisbee Leija - kite Rakentaa  - to build Hiekkalinna - sand castle Lapio - shovel Ämpäri - bucket Rentoutua - to relax Levätä - to rest Aurinko - sun Ottaa aurinkoa - to sunbathe Aurinkotuoli - beach hair Aurinkorasva - sunscreen Ruskettua - to get tanned Rusketus - tan Päivänvarjo - umbrella (against sun) Kala - fish Kalastaa - to fish Rapu - crab, crayfish Simpukka - clam Näkinkenkä - seashell Delfiini - dolphin Hai - shark Valas - whale Meduusa - jellyfish Meritähti - starfish Merihevonen - seahorse Merilevä - seaweed Koralli - coral Lokki - gull Hylje - seal Kilpikonna - turtle Kylmälaukku - cooler Juoma - drink Vesipullo - water bottle Jäätelö - ice cream Mehujää - popsicle Grillata - to barbecue, to grill Syödä - to eat Juoda - to drink Surffata - to surf Surffilauta - surfboard Vene - boat Sukellusvene - submarine Majakka - lighthouse

#Finnish #suomi #polyglot #languages #langblr #languageblr #language blog #langspo #langtwt #tongueblr #studyblr #vocab #beach #mine #repost

[rahilask]

10 Gorgeous Beaches in Alaska That You Must Check Out This Summer

Alaska, known for its rugged wilderness and breathtaking landscapes, might not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking of beaches. However, Alaska is home to some stunning coastal areas that are perfect for summer exploration. Here are 10 gorgeous beaches in Alaska that you must check out this summer.

Alaska's coastline stretches over 6,600 miles, offering a diverse array of beaches, from sandy shores to rocky cliffs. These beaches boast stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and a wide range of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.

1. Homer Spit Beach

Homer Spit Beach, located in Homer, Alaska, is a popular destination known for its picturesque views of Kachemak Bay and the surrounding mountains. Visitors can stroll along the sandy shores, enjoy beachcombing, or embark on a fishing charter to catch salmon and halibut.

2. Kincaid Park Beach

Situated in Anchorage, Kincaid Park Beach offers panoramic views of Cook Inlet and the Alaska Range. This scenic beach is perfect for picnicking, beach volleyball, and kite flying, with miles of sandy coastline to explore.

3. Halibut Point Recreation Area

Halibut Point Recreation Area, located near Sitka, features a beautiful sandy beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing, with opportunities to spot whales, sea lions, and otters offshore.

4. Anchor Point Beach

Anchor Point Beach, located on the Kenai Peninsula, is known for its stunning views of the Cook Inlet and the Aleutian Range. This pristine beach is a popular spot for fishing, clamming, and wildlife viewing, with opportunities to see bald eagles and migratory birds.

5. Ninilchik Beach

Ninilchik Beach, nestled between Homer and Kenai, offers breathtaking views of Cook Inlet and the Chigmit Mountains. Visitors can enjoy beachcombing, picnicking, and birdwatching, with opportunities to see beluga whales and seals offshore.

6. Sitka's Silver Bay Beach

Silver Bay Beach, located near Sitka, is a hidden gem known for its tranquil setting and pristine shoreline. Visitors can relax on the sandy beach, explore tide pools, and admire stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forested coastline.

7. Kachemak Bay State Park

Kachemak Bay State Park, near Homer, offers miles of pristine coastline, rugged cliffs, and secluded beaches. Visitors can hike along scenic trails, kayak through tranquil waters, and camp under the stars, surrounded by the beauty of Alaska's wilderness.

8. Seward Waterfront Park

Seward Waterfront Park, located in the picturesque town of Seward, offers stunning views of Resurrection Bay and the surrounding mountains. This scenic beach is perfect for beachcombing, birdwatching, and watching cruise ships and fishing boats pass by.

9. Kenai Beach

Kenai Beach, situated on the Kenai Peninsula, offers sweeping views of Cook Inlet and the Kenai Mountains. Visitors can enjoy beachcombing, picnicking, and fishing for salmon and trout, with opportunities to see bald eagles and shorebirds along the shoreline.

10. Bishops Beach

Bishops Beach, located in Homer, is a tranquil retreat known for its scenic beauty and abundant wildlife. Visitors can stroll along the sandy shores, watch for whales and seals offshore, and enjoy stunning views of Kachemak Bay and the surrounding mountains.

In conclusion, Beaches in Alaska are a hidden treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Despite its reputation for icy landscapes, this vast state offers stunning coastal areas that rival those found in more traditional beach destinations. From Homer Spit Beach with its picturesque views of Kachemak Bay to the tranquil retreat of Bishops Beach in Homer, each beach in Alaska has its own unique charm and beauty.

#travel

[umichenginabroad]

Kangaroos at last! (Week 6)

With the summer semester over by the start of February, it was time to get serious with the beginning of Term 1. But first, O-Week! O-Week stands for Orientation Week and is the week prior to the start of classes where, everyday, there is a never-ending community of booths all around campus. Each booth is there for a society, club, or organization ranging from Rubik’s Cube club to Surfing society! I was personally excited by the Social Volleyball club, Soccer club, as well as some wilderness and rock climbing ones. After scanning countless QR codes and meeting tons of students who were eager to sell their clubs, it was time to try an Australian sausage sizzle! Imagine a hotdog, but replace the curated, curved bun with a piece of bread. Quite literally, the sausage sizzle is a sausage on a square piece of white bread. Beyond being confused, I was simply a little disappointed. Maybe hotdogs are better left in buns freshly toasted off an American grill…

My roommates and I wanted to capitalize on the extra week of no classes, so a last-minute road trip was in order. In just two days, we rented a car and planned a trip all around Southeast New South Wales, just south of Sydney. Before we knew it, Lauren, Charlotte, Shaunak, Evan, Anthony, and I set off towards the Jenolan Caves just a 3.5hr drive away. Full of wallabies hopping around on beautiful trails around the conservation reserve, the little Jenolan town more than exceeded our expectations. Not to mention the incredible caves! Stalagmites, stalactites, crystals, and a perfectly clear river were just a few of the attractions we witnessed on our guided tour. 

From there, we made our way towards Narooma, a small coastal town with an incredible beach and coastal view. On the way there we passed through a small national park, and I laid eyes on my first wild kangaroos! As soon as I saw one, I saw dozens. Some were single, some in pairs or small groups, but all blended in well with the surrounding trees. It was hard to contain my excitement in the car, but soon enough we would get up close and my excitement could infect my surroundings. While standing at the Narooma coast, we were pleasantly surprised to see seals sunbathing on rocks and even dolphins surfing the waves! As someone whose happiness levels directly correlate to the number of wild animals I’ve recently seen, I was beaming.

I haven’t even mentioned the infinite number of cows, sheep, goats, horses, and chickens we laid eyes on during the drive. I was honestly astonished at how similar rural Australia is to the rural areas of midwestern states. Just add some more hills and ocean beaches to Wisconsin, and before you know it you’ll feel like you’re in Australia. After Narooma, we drove to Jervis Bay where we watched the sunset and the next morning went to Cave Beach through Booderee National Park. There, we were greeted by two dozen kangaroos at the entrance to the beach. 

We had only spent 3 days outside the city and all of a sudden, kangaroos were commonplace. The trip ended with a drive through Kangaroo Valley to Fitzroy falls where we did a quick hike before heading towards Kiama, another coastal town not far from Sydney. 

Famous for Kiama’s Blowhole, a rock formation which shoots big ocean waves into the sky, Kiama was a cute town with nice shops and restaurants. 

Just like that, we were back in Coogee and I was back to soaking up the beauty right outside my own front door.

David Bayer

Biomedical Engineering

University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia

#umichenginabroad #ipewinter24 #australia #ipeunsw #davidbayer

[oersteds]

so i made the Twiz Lore post without really clarifying a few things. here are some questions you might have. long post below the cut

"why did oersted's corpse show up on the beach" foreshadowing. There Will Be More Beach Corpses

"why did straybow want to be rezzed" the 15% of afterlives that aren't just sleeping are usually painfully boring. Ghost Insomnia, i guess

"why did oersted and straybow immediately fight" straybow just got rezzed, the first thing that he sees is the kind stranger who ressurrected him give a tired thumbs up, then collapse to the floor in a heap of fluffy purple dumbness, loudly enough for oersted to hear. straybow's immediately assumed to have killed twiz. irony's a bitch, huh, straybow?

"why's ressurrection magic a bitch to use" one of the governments (there's more than one. they never agree on anything) tried to seal away all ressurrection magic. twiz personally went and broke the seal, just... not in the smartest possible way. Fucker Spiked The Magic-Sealing Volleyball. the ressurrection magic's gonna take a Very Fucking Long Time to fully return. like, years would be the shortest timeframe, here. Dumb Motherfucker. this is also why she can rez people without needing a corpse. because She Spiked The Magic-Sealing Volleyball.

"well. why'd she do that" she's reckless as fuck. waiting was an option. she coulda just. brought the thing to the rest of the mages that wanted to ressurrect people again, like she was told to do, but she thought "hey, wait, why are the guards (that are chasing me and trying to kill me) also yelling about not breaking the ball... hmmmmmmm" (nobody realized this would nerf ressurrection magic so harshly, though.)

"did she face any consequences for this" well. she would've gotten fired, but... the mages think she's dead. she can't find the mages, the mages aren't looking for her because they're very pissed and want her to Stay Dead. the One Guy who went with her to actually retrieve the Magic-Sealing Volleyball saw her spike the damn thing, saw the explosion, and assumed "oh fuck. she's dead"

"wh. why would a ball of sealed ressurrection magic kill twiz" it almost killed the guards that were chasing her, albeit that was from the density of the magic, not really what the magic was. it was also very physically painful for the One Guy. twiz mainly survived because 1: she's always had talent with healing magic 2: there was a lot of healing magic in that ball in the form of rez magic. the One Guy's just very hasty with conclusions + he didn't see a corpse

"wait. dragons?????" the dragons are a metaphor for More Beach Corpses (some are dragons. some aren't dead. some are dragons who aren't dead. Technically, there are still dragons)

"should i ask about the Beach Corpses" yes. yes you should. Beach Corpses tend to happen when you're trying to ressurrect someone who's Very Much Alive. no, past me, don't fucking spoil the plot.

posting this because Insomnia's A Bitch, Let Me See My Wife Named Sleep.

#twizposting

[mistydeyes]

I would love a mw2 pairing from you! i love your work sm!!!

appearance wise: I am 5’4, i am pale-ish, my hair is dark brown and wavy, it has a lot of volume from being frizzy + i have layers, and it’s armpit length. my eyes are dark brown as well and i have full eyebrows/lashes. I would definitely say i’m on the chubbier side, most noticeably in my round face, 🍒, and thighs. covered in quite a few scars but most of them are faint and only visible up close. in my day to day i wear small silver hoops almost always, and usually my clothes consist of bell bottom jeans and some sort of form fitting shirt / an oversized shirt or sweater and shorts + low top converse. also wear makeup almost daily, at least concealer for my chronic dark circles and some mascara and brow gel

personality wise: i do my best to come off as a understanding and open person to anyone, but i’m definitely very shy upon first meeting people, and (surprise surprise) can’t shut up when i get comfortable (this takes months). im always reserved in group settings, not good with public speaking, etc etc. i tend to have a drier sense of humor, most of the time if i make one of my loved ones laugh it’s due to my lack of reaction to something i or someone else did or said. when i do actually make a joke my sense of humor is a little on the darker side, no offense jokes at all, just shock humor. that and teasing for sure, playfully teasing is my fav. my love languages are verbal affirmation and quality time, im very intuitive and can pick up what people around me are feeling. i love taking care of other, i absolutely thrive when i’m nurturing my friends and family. i am known to be very clumsy and am constant covered in bruises from walking into walls/furniture (it’s half clumsiness and half being 🍃). also i am an avid user of 🍃!

interests and likes: video games (i play on pc and switch!), painting, drawing, and sculpting are my favorite hobbies! but when i’m not feeling up to them i like anime, makeup, fashion, just started getting into the gym, besides that physically speaking the only things that’ve interested me are volleyball and swimming. and i would also consider myself a sanrio enthusiast ^-^ i really enjoy cooking as well as baking and i research new recipes daily. also kinda of obsessed with mood boards (pinterest is everything to me), anything that let me express a niche aesthetic i have interest in. i enjoy reading tarot i have a decent crystal collection i keep on display. also a huge fan of candles, perfume, scented lotion, body spray, incense, anything really that smells fresh (inclshing just actual fresh air) point is, i love smelling good. bit of a skin care fanatic and have practically used my face as a lab rat for different chemicals. listen to music prosctially every hour of the day i love lana del rey, kali uchis, arctic monkeys, PTV, p!atd, slipknot, SOAD, fiona apple, cage the elephant, fleetwood mac, and the list goes on.

future aspirations: currently in my second year of community college but i’m basically just going to get into a white-collar desk job in fianance after getting my bachelor’s, i don’t have any passion for it but that doesn’t matter to me! money is money that feeds into real interests :) /gen

my type: i would say i’m a very open person, i don’t have a physical type but body wise i’d like my partner to be a little taller than me, either more extroverted than me, or capable of handling social situations that are too much for my anxiety. i am not the most outgoing so i couldn’t really get along with someone who wants to be out of the house constantly, my batteries NEED to recharge. other qualified i love are being complimented by my partner, being praised, info dumping + listening to them info dump!!! i love being spoiled + spoiling my partner in every way.

Kyle "Gaz" Garrick

How you met: Civilian Kyle never understood why the US Navy loved going to the beach. But after a successful mission with the Navy SEALs, he was invited to "train" with them on the beaches of California with a friendly volleyball competition. As he arrived at the beach in his swim trunks (ones that he had to buy because who would think they needed to bring one), he could see the net set up and a few patrons suntanning a good distance away. When the game first started, he had the unfortunate position of servicing the ball. He tried to do an underhand serve but it went flying across the beach and directly towards a young woman who was enjoying the summer sun. "Heads up!" he yelled but suddenly you caught the ball with record accuracy. Your silver hoops dangled as you rose from your towel and you could see a couple of the men motion for you to roll the ball over. You smirked as you palmed the ball in your hand and threw it up in the air, delivering a jump serve which hit the net with impressive force. Your actions received a few whistles and cheers and you smiled before going back to tanning and listening to your Fiona Apple album. After the match had ended, your sun was blocked by a young man who glistened with sweat in the heat. You lowered your glasses and struck up a friendly conversation. "That was impressive," he breathed out in a gorgeous accent, "you have to show me how to do that."

A peek into your relationship: "I still don't understand how you can do that," Kyle said as you laid on your couch, smoking a bowl. "You just have to grind it up, pack it, then you suck it like a strong and light until you see embers, and then you inhale," you replied before repeating your actions and blowing some smoke in his face. Kyle had been respectful of your habits and you entertained him as he couldn't risk a positive drug test. Besides, he enjoyed the company and your high thoughts. As he rubbed circles on your shoulder, you laid in his chest and mused about random thoughts. "Do you think that bees and butterflies are snobby about what flowers they pick? Like is it like when you go to a restaurant and you only like one type of food?" you asked and you could hear your boyfriend laugh wildly. "What goes on in that head of yours?" he replied and kissed your cheek gently. "Oh that reminds me there's some new summer perfumes from Sephora that are just calling to me!" you said excitedly before Kyle grabbed you and held you back in his arms. "Oh no you don't!" he exclaimed, "let's talk about perfume purchases when you're not thinking about the bees and butterflies."

#izziespairings #madebyizzie #cod mwii #mw2 imagine #task force 141 #kyle gaz garrick #gaz x reader #mw2

[kiriel123]

Fic Recs MDZS/The Untamed

two colours for everything by kakikaeru

Scifi/Space AU post war, wwx is just trying to survive under the radar when he runs into lwj on the last planet he’d expect. The two of them reconnect. The cultivation and world building background in this were so cool and the wangxian was so soft

leave all your love and your longing behind by ScarlettStorm

Modern AU lwj saves wwx from an asshole dog and then the two of them mutually pine for another 100k words or so. Such a sweet and domestic fic, features martial arts, flavored water, supportive family/friends, and a dog that’s not actually an asshole

do you ever really think about the grains? By saltyfeathers

Post canon wwx and lwj spar and wwx pushes lwj and himself to the limit. The relationship dynamics here are brutal but so good, it really highlights the push-pull of wangxian. Be prepared for some dubcon and violence

Maybe You're the Reason by Clearpearls

Modern AU lwj is in college and calls a phone sex line looking for some relief. Unrelatedly, there is a new student who’s sitting at his library table. Features sub!lwj learning about himself and his own desires.

Twitter Threadfic Archive by aubreyli

Modern AU and a bit of other tropes as well. A series of delightful threadfics documented on AO3, each one more enjoyable than the last!

between the shadow and the soul by butterflylungs

WLW Alternate Canon lwj is given to the yllz as a bride and falls unwillingly in love with her wife, who seems to want nothing to do with her. Arranged marriage pining at its finest

sweet talker by vesna (mrsronweasley)

WLW Modern AU wwx is determined to befriend the new girl on her rival volleyball team. Lwj doesn’t want to be friends. Very sexy locker room makeouts, just what we all needed

the joy that lights the fire by el_em_en_oh_pee, phnelt

WLW Modern AU wwx and lwj are beach volleyball champs and after they win they fuck about it. The epitome of all they do is win, win, win

blood sweet by iliacquer

WLW Alternate Canon lwj is a monster and she will have wwx at all costs. Good thing wwx is Into It. Whew, hot and mindblowing

the tiger job by Deisderium

WLW Modern AU wwx is a thief attending a museum gala to steal the Tiger Seal. She runs into a gorgeous lwj. Short but extremely fun heist fic

#mdzs #the untamed #fic rec

[autisticsupervillain]

Welcome, Ladies and Gentlemen, to Stats Equalized!

The show that equalizes strength, durability, and speed to see who would win in a battle of pure versatility and skill.

This Episode....

Shigeo Kageyama vs Steven Universe!

Rules:

Base Forms Equalized.

100% Mob and Pink Mode Steven Equalized.

???% Mob and Gem Steven Equalized.

Both have prior knowledge of the other's general power set.

Scenario:

Mob and his class are going on a field trio to America, with Reigen coming along as a chaperone (mainly to try selling his business to other tourists). Their most recent stop is Beach City, where the Fitness Club plays volleyball with the rubies, the Telepathy Club argues with Ronaldo, and Reigen sells Greg a "spirit removing" back massage while he gets the bus washed. Everyone is having a good time.

That is, until one of the rubies accidentally cracks their gem. Steven makes a watermelon Steven to help even out the team's numbers. When one of the Fitness Club members accidentally beans Steven in the head with the ball, the Watermelon Stevens attack to defend their master. Mob stops the creature with his telekinesis and, misreading the situation, lectures Steven for using his powers to hurt others. Before Steven can explain, other Watermelon Stevens that Steven had doing other tasks attack on his behalf. Both Mob and Steven resign themselves to a fight, convinced that the other won't stop escalating.

Analysis: Steven

Countless years ago, long before the advent of human history, the small, insignificant planet of Earth was discovered by an alien race known as the Gems. The Homeworld Empire would have mercilessly sucked the planet dry, if it were not for the second thoughts of their leader Pink Diamond. Unable to convince her fellow matriarchs of the error of their ways, Pink instead waged a war against herself using the pseudonym Rose Quartz.

This…. is not her story.

This is the story of the son she left behind. This is the story of Steven Quartz Universe.

Growing up mostly unaware of his now dead mother’s dark past, Steven was raised by his homeless father Greg Universe and trained by the three remaining Crystal Gems Amethyst, Garnet, and Pearl. In his youth he’d mostly lazily hang around Beach City and go on missions to subdue Corrupted Gems, or Gems who were forcibly turned into monsters by the Diamonds corruption blast as the fled Earth. However, after Steven would inadvertently lead Homeworld back to Earth, the young boy would be forced to confront the lies his mother left behind and stand against the Homeworld Empire.

Thankfully, Steven develops a wide plethora of powers abd abilities to protect his friends and family. Inheriting all the powers of his mother, Steven can create a pink shield that can manifest in a variety of different ways. It can appear as a small frisbe and a body encompassing bubble, even growing spikes to ward off aggressive adversaries. He can also bubble his fists to increase their punching power. These shields are made if hard light, much like a Gem’s physical body is, which would likely explain how customizable they are.

Similarly, he can summon bubbles to contain objects, sending them home for later use. It should be noted that, while this has a sealing affect on poofed gems (that’s what it’s called when a gem’s physical form is temporarily destroyed), organic beings seem unaffected by it and can break free of these bubbles with ease.

In regards to his movement options, Steven can levitate, controlling the speed at which he falls to the ground in a manner basically synonymous with flight, even being capable of halting his own momentum.

His half gem physiology also grants him a rather bizarre biology. For example, he cam voluntarily shapeshift his own body, even influencing his own age, though this appears to be the one ability he has yet to truly master, as it is often subconsciously influenced by his own image of himself and can easily spiral wildly out of control. His, uh, body fluids also seem to be similarly affected. Don’t worry, it’s not as gross as it sounds.

For example, his spit csn heal the injuries of others, healing Connie’s eye sight and fixing Lapis’s broken gemstone. His tears, meanwhile, can resurrect dead animals and people as unaging pink “zombies” with special powers, such as hair that contains a pocket dimension and a voice that can create portals. The most bizarre trait of his, erm, fluids, is his ability to make plants sentient by licking their seeds, creating an army of Watermelon Stevens fiercely loyal to and protective of him. In great enough numbers, these creations can overpower the Crystal Gems and even threaten the dangerous fusion Malachite with just stone age era technology.

Plus, when knocked out, he can telepathically communicate with and even possess other beings from astronomical distances away. He can even communicate with the Diamonds, despite their diamond auras initially warding him off. Being half diamond himself, Steven should have a similar aura and, thus, similar resistance. Hell, given his aura outright overpowered theirs, his resistance should be stronger.

He can fuse with other Gems to become stronger and, uniquely, can fuse with humans. In fact, Steven can do a lot of things that Gems can’t. His half human biology grants him an immunity to weapons designed specifically to counter gems, causing them to merely harm him at worst or harmlessly tickle him at best. But, this resistance has limits as certain weapons like the Rejuvenator can nullify his powers. Still, he doesn't need to resist an attack to deal with it, as his regeneration is so good that he can heal from broken bones and cracked skulls so fast that he never even notices them.

Similarly, Steven is supremely tough and fast, capable of moving fast enough to appear as a blur in eyes of normal humans long before he mastered his powers. As a teenager, he can fight some of the toughest of the Crystal Gems foes, such as Spinel and Jssper, single handedly and fight them blow for blow. This is impressive on both a skill and a strength front, as both Jasper and Spinel have proven themselves able to defeat the toughest members of the Crystal Gems on occasion, though not without their best weapons available. Keep in mind, the Crystal Gems have been alive for centuries and were known to take down entire battalions during the war on their own. On the strength front, it’s impressive because of what it would mean Steven scales to.

Both Jasper and Spinel have fought Garnet, someone capable of turning sand into glass with the force of her blows and cleaving mountains in half. Most impressively, Garnet could tear apart Peridot’s escape pod, which survived getting blasted down to Earth from orbit at massive speeds.

Steven is, by the end of the series, definitively one of Garnet’s equals, seeing how he can fight opponents on a similar scale to her. Even at the age of 13, he was able to contend with Bismuth, evenly while actively trying to avoid hurting her.

But all this shies away from the true power Steven wields.

With Steven’s Pink Mode transformations, Steven can channel his full Diamond potential, going from competing with Jasper to actively stomping her. What’s more, if Steven is seperated from his gem, any buffer between him and his full power is completely removed.

The now emotionless and remorseless Gem Steven is all of Steven’s power without an ounce of his humanity or restraint. He's capable of nearly blowing Yellow, Blue, and White Diamond away just by screaming and can effortlessly deflect attacks from all three. This is especially impressive when you consider the Diamonds are the strongest gems in existence, capable of obliterating countries with their combined power.

However, this form runs the serious risk of killing Steven’s human half, so it’s unlikely he’ll use it willingly. In fact, Steven is highly unlikely to use his most dangerous powers in combat.

Steven’s greatest strength, as well as his greatest weakness, is his empathy. He’ll always sacrifice his physical and mental health to protect others, which has caused him series problems. This tendency, plus his constant exposure to life threatening trauma, as caused him to develop a severe case of PTSD, which can make his powers go haywire of not properly checked in. At it’s worst, it can even forcibly transform him into a giant unstoppable monster.

But, despite all his weaknesses, Steven managed to save Earth and Homeworld. He succeeded where his mother failed and nade tge Diamonds change their minds. Because he’s not his mother. He’s more. He’s Steven Quartz Universe.

Analysis: Mob

Imagine a world full of supernatural creatures. Whether they be undead spirits from beyond this mortal coil or mythical legends brought to life, intangible ghosts and demons live among us, haunting our world from just out of sight. Who are you gonna call?

Reigen Arataka! ....So that he can call in his own far more capable side kick.

Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama is by all appearances your ordinary Japanese High Schooler. That's because he is. He also happens to be the single most power psychic in the entire world. These facts do not contradict. As a matter of fact, Shigeo acts like he's unaware of how grandiose in scale his powers truly are. Not that he's oblivious to how powerful he is, but he simply doesn't believe that they make him inherently special.

This was the furst lesson that his brilliant sensei, Reigen Arataka instilled in him. Mob's powers left him ostracized from the rest of his friends, and because no one else in his family had similar powers, Mob was crushed by an ever-present feeling of loneliness. Until he met someone whom he believed to have the same gifts he did. Reigen was a dream come true to the lost and lonely Mob, as he finally felt less alone in the world upon hearing Reigen's guidance and falling under his wing. While Reigen turned out to not be psychic at all, he would still go out of his way to guide Mob as best he could and instill in the boy a strong moral conscience.

And good thing to, because if Mob wanted to, there is absolutely nothing that could stop him from destroying the world. Mob possesses many of the same powers as most psychics in his world. Firstly, he can see and interact with things that ordinary people cannot, which is what allows him to see the aura of other psychics as well as see ghosts. Once he's spotted a spirit, Mob just has to reach out his hand to erase them from existence entirely, wiping them so thoroughly that not even their atoms survive. As a matter of fact, Psychics in general are a hard counter to spirits, as they resist being unwillingly possessed by default and can remove supernatural curses. Hell, if the situation requires, Mob can leave his body and become a ghost himself, granting him all the powers of a spirit such as regeneration, Intangibility, and possession.

Moreover, he possesses remarkably powerful telekinesis even by psychic standards, which he can use to fly, create explosions from a distance, protect his body with shields, and even ragdoll cars with ease.

You'd think with that much power, Mob would be all the rage at school. Though, truthfully, he's not. This might be partially because Mob's psychic power doesn't translate to physical strength. While his mind can rip you to shreds, his fists would just awkwardly slap against you and he has to go through intense training to even reach the top 100 in gym class. On top of that, Mob refuses to use his powers to solve his mundane problems, both because he feels that's unfair and because he heavily limits his own power.

Mob most of the time only uses a fraction of his full power. Due to an incident early in his life where he accidentally gravely injured his brother, Mob is somewhat terrified of his own full potential, so he never uses it... unless he's forced to.

If he's put underneath enough emotional distress, Mob reaches his breaking point, exploding into a form of raw emotion and power. Regardless of what emotion is powering it, 100% Mob packs a serious punch, as he's now capable of tossing around cities, throwing people into orbit, and even crushing the leader of CLAW, who had, up until then, been the most powerful psychic in the world.

Even when Mob is barely even controlling himself, he still remains a remarkably brilliant fighter. He's intelligent enough to copy the abilities of other psychics after seeing them in action only once, such as when he learned to manipulate plants. Moreover, he can actively choose to heal from wounds such as broken arms, create massive clouds of smoke, and even absorb the powers of other espers to bolster himself. He's practically unstoppable.

Of course, that might be the peak of what Mob's capable of, but Shigeo himself is capable of much, much more.

If Mob gets knocked unconscious in an especially dangerous situation, then ???% wakes up. Or, as he prefers to be called, Shigeo Kageyama.

Mob nearly killing his brother traumatized him so much that he seems to have developed a form of Dissociative Identity Disorder. Shigeo is the Alter that formed as a result and he's effectively all of Mob's potential power without any of his usual restraint. Shigeo will work in Mob's best interests with extreme prejudice, whether that means throwing his opponent into the atmosphere, or completely obliterating an army of thousands of souls. Shigeo is the most powerful being in the Mob Psycho universe, completely eclipsing 100% Mob and even defeating the most powerful spirit in history.

Shigeo has all of Mob's powers to a far greater extent, with an added bonus. Shigeo sucks the energy out of everything around him. Ranging from his opponent's psychic energy to the energy in the air itself, Shigeo devours it all. He is a giant humanoid void of pure psychic power.

Having said that, he's no Mr. Hyde. While he is utterly ruthless in protecting Mob, even against his own friends, and is completely indifferent to his footsteps creating earthquakes, he isn't malicious. For instance, while utterly brutalized gang leader Teruki Hanazawa, stripping him naked, destroying his school, and throwing him into space, he didn't kill Teru despite the fact that he very easily could have. He's not an evil part of Mob, but he is still a part of him. A part that Mob has been supressing all his life, for better and worse.

What Mob failed to understand for most of his life is that he only really understood half of Reigen's lesson. Mob's powers aren't inherently special and they aren't something to lord over others, but they're also a part of him that can't be run from. They're like knives in a way... or maybe a chainsaw in Shigeo's case. Just because they can't be pointed at people doesn't mean you can't use them to cook or build a house.

Throwdown Mashup:

Throwdown Breakdown:

Alright, this matchup has a lot of moving parts, which is why it might not be obvious that this is one-sided until you break it down.

Let's get the obvious out of the way, Steven is far and away much better at hand to hand combat. Mob in character would never fight up close and personal, he predominantly relies on his psychic powers and telekinesis to deal with his foes. If Steven gets in close, he takes this pretty handily.

The issue there is that, as far as range in concerned, Mob has everything Steven has and then some. Telekinesis would throw any long range attacks Steven could try back at him while Mob's flight outpaces Steven's pseudo gravity powers considerably. Mob has better plant manipulation, with his giant plant tendrils easily shutting down Steven's watermelon army. While Steven's shields are much more versatile than Mob's and could conceivably trap him, that's also the only reliable win condition Steven has for one big reason...

Namely, that if Steven does ultilize his hand to hand advantage, he's going to knock Mob out... and unleash ???% in the process. From then on, Gem Steven vs Shigeo is going to be the exact same fight dynamic, but with the added bonus of completely leveling Beach City while Shigeo just uses his opponent like a battery the whole time.

Steven's only win condition is trapping Mob in a ball so tightly that he can't move at all and even then, Mob can keep fighting with telekinesis anyways... only now he can throw himself at Steven like big ping pong ball. Steven and Mob share a lot of the same powers... but Mob's are just better suited for shutting Steven down. Mob's fought plenty of close quarters heavyweights like Steven but Steven's never fought anyone quite like Shigeo Kageyama... or Mob.

This Month's Winner is...

Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama!

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