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Question but do you have any streaming tips for beginners or know any good videos that'd help someone learn how to do so? I'm trying to audition for something and would like to know if you had any tips! Have a good day tho!!

I have some ideas, they’re mostly Twitch-based though so some might not apply for other sites. Unfortunately I mostly play by ear when it comes to streaming. I don’t know how to specifically help with whatever this audition is but hey

EDIT: added a read-more; I answered on mobile and didn’t notice how long the answer got

I’d say one of the best things to focus on is audio quality as that may make or break if someone wants to keep watching a stream imo (aside from just chat engagement or general interest)

You don’t need to get fancy expensive microphones, just a decent one. Balance volume, and filters like gain, noise suppression, and noise gate to limit background noise but be heard clearly.

Eventually I want to do this too but you can try making whatever room you’re in have better acoustics. You shouldn’t need expensive acoustic foam, there’s other DIY alternatives out there that I haven’t fully looked into yet.

Unless you want to go for the aesthetics and can afford it then I can’t really stop you.

(And maybe you actually have furniture in your room that breaks down sound better than my barren echoing living space)

Uhhh promos and all that. Tumblr has a function to play Twitch streams live if you put the link as a video post, which is one way to grab some viewers. Don’t feel too discouraged if the spike of viewers comes and goes. And don’t feel bad about self-promo because people wouldn’t know they can watch you if you never say anything about it

Having a friend around doesn’t hurt. Mine have helped with feedback on stream quality, and general levity

Don’t feel like you need to put on a boisterous entertainment persona as that might get draining; it may take a while to find a comfortable streaming mindset but you’ll get there

Be sure to check your moderation settings, especially auto-mod if you don’t have someone to moderate for you. Consider things like nightbot or streamlabs cloudbot for further moderation and custom commands. Take advantage of Twitch extensions; some give chat more to do and look at

If you want to be more personable to an audience, encourage conversation when you can. Like asking questions back and bringing up discussion topics. (be mindful of parasocial relationships though, both ways. how often chat talks doesn’t define your worth)

Something something, eye-catching overlays but not being too crowded to watch

I’m sure there’s other ways to improve quality like bitrate, fps, internet connection (ethernet is most recommend), but I can’t think of anything else specific at the moment, or it depends on your programs and specs.

It took me about a year before getting into a comfortable groove so pretty much don’t give up and try to have fun with it

If anyone else knows any good videos or other tips for this anon, leave a comment or something. I know I’m definitely forgetting a couple quick tips I would’ve answered a different time.

#talk to me tag #anonymous #absolutely professional tips from me who averages like #idk I stream for 7 hours so the average gets messed up #apparently I’m in the top 1% for art streaming on twitch if that means anything lol #I’m flattered you asked me for tips even though I’m a small streamer

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I love giving advice, apparently, so if you are a newly pierced person or are planning on being pierced, here are some of the things I found helpful, as somebody who isn't a professional piercer but has had six plus piercings on my face and body, and multiple ear piercings (which I don't count, since I DIY'd them):

Normal bath towels are your enemy, proceed with caution after bathing. NEVER wipe moisture away from a fresh piercing, always pat it dry

You will hit a new piercing and it will hurt. This is inevitable, just know that you likely haven't destroyed it. Feel free to cry, though, it hurts like hell.

If your piercer gives you instructions, heed them. If you're on restrictions, please take it as seriously as possible

When you're going in for a piercing, please eat or drink something - at least what constitutes as a snack for your body. It really helps

If you're getting an oral piercing, make sure you size down after the healing period - I hadn't sized down for my last oral piercing when I first had the chance, and it was... so annoying to have too-large of jewelry

Not all jewelry is made equally. Do your research on materials, threading, and sizing. I've found that titanium jewelry is really nice for me, and I like it, but that isn't the only option. Make sure you think about your body and its needs and preferences

Close your eyes while being pierced (I found this really helps me)

Don't over-clean a new piercing, twice per day is usually a good place to start

The completed healing period is a very average suggestion - you may heal slower or faster. Try to adhere to that suggestion, though, especially if you do not feel you're healed enough

Personally, I have found that I am completely healed when my piercing feels like just another part of my body, even when it is touched. When my piercings start to feel as though they are foreign when they never do before, I know I likely need to clean them

While I have DIY'd piercings, I personally do not recommend it, especially if you are either not using sterilized equipment, or are piercing a very dangerous place (like the tongue). If you are absolutely positive about committing to the DIY mindset, please try to do due diligence in research at least

Tip your piercer. Body mods are a luxury service, and it takes years to even become a piercer, much less to be proficient at it. Tip your piercer, ESPECIALLY if their prices feel too good to be true - they likely are. Unless you are directed otherwise by your piercer, just assume that you will be tipping them for their services and budget accordingly

Make sure you understand how your piercer wants you to take care of your piercing, and ask questions. There is no question too "dumb"

If you are getting a body part pierced you are insecure about, realize your piercer has most likely seen HUNDREDS of different body parts of various sizes, shapes, and oddities. Your body is not uniquely bad, nor would a good piercer make you feel unwelcome or uncomfortable with your body. If they do, however, DO NOT go through with the piercing. You should feel safe being pierced by somebody, and, indeed, that is the bare minimum.

If you use saline wash to clean piercings, you can DIY it. You will go through NeilMed like no other, and with it being $5USD a bottle, that price can rack up quickly. Make sure you use distilled water and non-iodized salt, though

If your piercing is infected, please don't be too ashamed to seek help. It's in your best interest to make sure you don't get ill or your site gets nasty ("nasty" as in painful)

These are just some of the things I've learned being a pierced person! My piercings are something I absolutely needed, and I do not for a minute regret having them. I want that same happiness to befall you, and that happens when you are able to understand a bit more what goes into piercings. You are, essentially, getting a new body part installed by a pro, and so I don't want you to not be ready for that.

Again, I am not a professional piercer, but am rather a body piercing enthusiast with many different types of piercings. I don't have every piercing, though, so please look at this critically for the piercing(s) that you want or have. At least, treat this like a soft suggestion or ways to help you brainstorm what you will find helpful.

More tips are obviously welcomed, especially if you yourself have more insight or expertise. Good luck to every pierced person or future pierced person reading this💛

#body modification #body mods #piercings #body piercing #long post #honestly i love having a professional relationship with my piercer and i feel so happy to be pierced by her #i think the client and piercer relationship is a very important aspect of getting a piercing #and i don't think people talk about that part much. you should feel SAFE being around your piercer #they are literally creating a new hole in your body with a needle. that is a very vulnerable position to be in #but i'm honestly shocked at how cheap my piercer is... #...so my last piercing was only $50USD and that included the (nice) jewelry. i feel that in that cast tipping 60% was worth it... #...i know that can rack up the cost of the piercing but especially if you LIKE your piercer (like i do) - try being as generous as possible #i personally LOVE tipping my piercer and it's the best way i can show her that i LOVE her work even when i tell her #love having a personal blog that i can be autistic about piercings!!!!! I LOVE THIS ANCIENT TRADITIONNNN #one of my profs let us write about anything as long as it was an essay and i went Insane writing about historical piercing practices #LOVE ALL TYPES OF PIERCINGS especially ones that are used to 'scare' outsiders <3 #when i was a kid they used to tell us about the Mystical African Tribes that STRETCHED THEIR LIPS (scary!!!!)... #...if it isn't obvious i hate that the lip plate especially practiced by the Mursi and many others have been used for frankly rascist ideas #i brought up the lip thing because i learned a lot about iirc the Mursi practice of lip plating and it's given me more appreciation for it!! #it's ENDLESSLY fascinating and i wish i hadn't been shown the negative bias against them first

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My Take On Self DXing

Disclaimer: My definition of self diagnosing is putting in A LOT of time into researching, trying to get a professional diagnosis *first and foremost*, among other elements. Not just looking at the top 3 traits of a disorder and saying "that's me!", that is not recommended and I do not condone that! Please be safe <3

I'm making this post because I've gotten some comments here and there of people using my posts as a reason to self diagnose/suspect autism, BPD, etc (whatever else I post about). I do *not* condone using my posts as a tool for this, as this blog is all about my *personal* experiences with being neurodivergent. Everyone is so vastly different and I do not represent everyone with these disorders! However, as someone who has self diagnosed before getting professionally diagnosed (and still haven't been professionally diagnosed with them all!), I understand the need for an identity and an explanation for your experiences. So here's some reasons I support self diagnosing, some tips, and some warnings.

Why I support self diagnosing

Mental health care in certain locations are absolutely horrible. Where I live, mental health care is...very limited. The professionals in my area are trained in very few areas, mainly depression and anxiety, and are trained to do very specific types of therapies, medications etc. For example, in the ER I was given a xanax for a panic attack, and this worked wonders for me, however when going to a psychiatrist I was told they don't prescribe those on the off chance that someone will get addicted. Because of this, my anxiety has been overlooked and I've been given medications that did not work and has even given me a bad reaction. Needless to say, I stopped going to psych appointments. (I don't recommend this for everyone! This is just a personal experience).

Insurance isn't always an option. Without insurance, you will be paying out of pocket for evaluations, therapies and treatments. Even a diagnosis. An autism diagnosis here out of pocket is anywhere from $1k USD to $6k USD in most places for adults! That includes the two part evaluation and then having it on paper. I have what's called a pending diagnosis of autism, which means that I was given a basic screening (thankfully for free, but it costs $500 out of pocket on average here!), and the results were that I am very highly likely on the spectrum, but I can't afford to continue with the evaluation. So my health care team knows that I am autistic but will not put it on paper, therefore I can't get any accommodations with my insurance, and any accommodation that I need has to be listed for "anxiety", which my insurance doesn't see as a big enough problem in an adult to cover things for.

Being professionally diagnosed is a privilege. A lot of mental health professionals have a bias, and this is an unfortunate truth. Racism, sexism, classism, and even fatphobia play a huge part in how you're treated by the health care system, including mental health care. For example, if a healthy, average white cis man goes in and explains his symptoms and can afford to pay whether it be through insurance or out of pocket, he will be taken much more seriously than someone who is not any of the above.

Why I don't support certain self diagnosing disorders

A self diagnosis is not anywhere close to a substitution for a professional diagnosis. You will not get the proper therapy, treatment, or accommodations necessary by self diagnosing. You also won't be taken seriously by professionals if you walk into their office and say that you have a disorder, because their next question will be if you have documentation of the diagnosis. If you are suffering from a severe mental illness such as schizophrenia or borderline personality disorder, you will likely need treatment and therapy if at all possible. If you are able to get this, please do!! Do not suffer alone!!

Some disorders have overlapping symptoms...autism included. While I support self diagnosing autism to an extent, you have to realize that autism in a person who does not have high support needs will more often than not look very similar to ADHD, OCD etc etc. Autism being a spectrum can make it look like so many different things in so many different people. Someone with autism may be hyperverbal, able to read tone of voice and emotions with ease, and be outgoing, which are all traits that are not inherently apart of autism.

If you do not have *insert disorder that you self diagnosed*, you may be spreading misinformation. Many mental illnesses are already so stigmatized. Regardless of if YOU think that YOU have this disorder and that YOUR experiences are part of it, if you're wrong you may be adding to the stigma. For example, there are a lot of people who fake tourettes, dissociative identity disorder, etc. and this is very dangerous to people who actually suffer from these conditions. When self diagnosing please be mindful of others when you post about it publicly and be sure to specify that you are self diagnosed if you do! This is not meant to be mean or make you feel any less valid. Your experiences, regardless of your disorder or label, is 100% valid and you deserve to be taken seriously. But you have to realize that your words have impact on others.

"Tips" for self diagnosing

Don't! If you can easily get a professional diagnosis. See above points for why.

If you do, put in the research! This doesn't mean look up "autism spectrum disorder" on Google and look at the first 3 symptoms and decide that you resonate. Look up how it is professionally diagnosed, what the DSM-5 criteria is, and speak with/watch content creators, friends, family etc that have been diagnosed!

Take note of the different variations in different individuals. Do not watch one YouTube channel of a person with *insert disorder* and think that they represent the entire community. They do not. Not one single person represents an entire community, this goes for any, mental illnesses, physical illnesses, etc. If you know one person with autism you know one person with autism.

Research other conditions that are similar. You think you're autistic? Cool, research it as stated above! But don't forget to research ADHD, OCD, and other disorders that have overlapping symptoms! And yes, it is possible to have multiple, which is another reason why self diagnosing can be tricky.

ABOVE ALL ELSE: LISTEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN PROFESSIONALLY DIAGNOSED AND TO PROFESSIONALS!

There is no shame in telling someone, especially a therapist, that you think you have a disorder. What will likely happen is that the more you fight for yourself and your concerns the more you will be taken seriously and possibly given an opportunity to get a screening. The worst that will happen is that you'll self diagnose and get it wrong, but possibly be properly diagnosed! You know yourself better than anyone. Regardless of what label you have, you are valid, you are loved and you will be okay. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me! I'm here for you!

For transparency, this is my situation:

Autism - pending diagnosis, see above ADHD - diagnosed PTSD - diagnosed Dissociative identity disorder - diagnosed, previously self diagnosed Borderline personality disorder - sort of pending. was told by a therapist that it seems more likely that I have BPD than bipolar disorder, but it was never screened. self diagnosed Bipolar type 1 with psychosis - diagnosed, mixed beliefs from different professionals, personally undiagnosed Eating disorder - diagnosed (will not elaborate, am in recovery!)

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The Cookies Fam out of Los Angeles has developed an additional scrumptious strain with Greater london Pound Cake - pumpkin pound cake. Along with tasting like a treat, this tension's THC tests at 26-30% routinely! To make this energetic stress, they used Sundown Sherbet, but however, Biscuits is actually not eager to share the gaining formula, as the other moms and dad strain stays an indica-dominant puzzle.

Whether it is appreciating a track, a humor, or a conversation, London Pound Pie is actually a great tasting enhancement that can apparently help carry a pleasant contentment to any kind of circumstance - london pound cak. Several state not to be startled if this delicious hybrid results in a case of the munchies either. Growing London Extra Pound Birthday cake need to be delegated the knowledgeable cultivators, as this crossbreed grows high as well as possesses long divisions that require frequent pruning/grooming.

Flow Kana companions along with premier professional farmers in The Emerald Triangular who concentrate on little batch, boutique tensions. Circulation Kana's items are available throughout the Golden State. Greater london Pound Birthday cake comes from a cross between Sunset Sherbet as well as one more combination pressure. The nugs of the London Pound Covered strain are dense, but gentle.

I do not find a grinder to become required with London Extra pound Birthday Cake. There is actually a really light dusting of kief on the buddy, yet certainly not thus substantial that I would certainly try to maintain it, unless I consider on eating a considerable amount of the very same strain. London Extra pound Covered scents new as well as citrusy (kush cake).

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The exact same is actually real in this particular circumstances with the London Pound Birthday cake tension. The batch of the London Pound Cake tension that I got evaluated at 19. 93% THC and also 0 - london poud cake. 05% or 2mg CBD. I first tried Greater london Extra pound Birthday cake in a forthright. It would certainly been regarding 5 hrs given that I last smoked and also I felt the impacts of the various other pressure subsiding (humboldt pound cake).

I like this strain the absolute most as a nighttime strain considering that if I take place to experience extremely lethargic or even lethargic, I may consistently turn in as well as awaken sensation freshened. My attention is certainly not the greatest when using this strain (london pound zkittlez). Frequently I'll acquire embeded the exact same position for not known durations of time while cigarette smoking this or even after smoking this pressure.

If it possessed to do with food items, style, or comic strips, I possessed good capability to concentrate as well as comprehend. If it was a scientific research online video or even any type of type of job interview involving Elon Musk, I 'd be actually lost within 10 mins. london chello strain. I typically love hearing Elon Odor talk on any subject, yet the Greater london Extra pound Birthday cake pressure doesn't permit me to understand his ideas and also believed procedures almost in addition to I can sober - plushers strain.

EXPANDING TIPS: Due to its own long branches and above-average blooming opportunity, Greater london Poundcake requires to be taken care of. Through that, our experts mean pruning the divisions frequently to avoid mold and also mildew from creating, which the tension is actually incredibly vulnerable to as it has a difficult time with moisture as properly. humboldt pound cake. Recurring pet grooming is going to additionally stop the vegetation from wasting electricity on nonprofit branches. london pound cake yield.

Stress and anxiety, tiredness, and clinical depression can also be actually treated with London Poundcake. As a result of its own terpene profile, nevertheless, the tension is not recognized as a fantastic pain-reliever. As a mood-changer, the strain is an overachiever. Keep an eye out for this one if you're a cultivator or user with reduced adventure on both fronts, Greater london Poundcake may be actually even more than you may handle.

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Been a big supporter of PC for over a year right now, attempt to regularly have at minimum a cart accessible. I experience anxiousness and also anxiety and also this powerful female constantly sooths the savage heart! I am actually secondhand to smoking, as well as this strain is powerful and also loads a whalop when it concerns altering ones mood, the excellent ol' "turn that frown upsidedown" all corrects along with the world stress, anytime of day.

Which is actually except me. Been actually smoking cigarettes considering that '93, as well as I prefer indicas much more and also extra, sativas just don't do absolutely nothing for me. Thus this is a heaven sent out stress. And the taste runs out this planet (old school butter pecan pound cake)... MMM, pound cake Blossom, Luvr113 assessments - Submitted Oct. 4, 2022, 1:20 p.

Pound birthday cake goes back 200 years, however the sweet certainly never nabbed additional than a passing notion coming from me. It resembles a denser version of potato breadstuff, and also is practically undetectable to any person under fifty purchasing at a grocery-store bakery. My experiences along with extra pound pie finished along with a handful of stupid laughs in my preteen years, and that was actually that.

So I had not been shocked to find out something called London Pound Birthday cake, a crossbreed of Sundown Ice cream as well as a confidential stress, on dispensary shelves. Observing Extra Pound Covered, an universal model of the same strain, coming from internal grows at pot shops was even more of a shock, nevertheless (london pound cake strain cookies). Perhaps it was opportunity for a covered stroll.

It is actually not comparable to Lime Extra pound Pie, either, yet that's okay. Pound Pie is still a tasty crossbreed in its own right, and match right know my evening menu however it didn't try like pound any sort of covered, for that matter (jelly face weed strain). If our company're being honest, no pot truly tries like pies or cakes, however Pound Cake's natural qualities were actually very strong to permit me trick myself in to everything below. remo chemo strain.

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The high is refreshing in the beginning, killing my stress and anxiety and raising my interest for a little bit of lower than an hour before my cravings is actually topped and also all set. Even without the munchies, I still at some point vanish. You can discover Extra pound Covered at Cookies and also dispensaries lugging Cookies strains, yet many various other growers have handled the pressure, too.

It's fascinating, but certainly not similar to extra pound birthday cake. ice cream cake leafly. Taste: Like a souped-up version of Kushes and OGs coming from the very early 2000s, Extra pound Birthday cake lugs completely dry, resinous flavors of desire and lemon cleaning service with a refined tip of lumber. Sweeter facets along with berry intimations adhere to the side of my mouth, providing the stress a fruity equilibrium - orange drizzle strain.

I'm interacted and also giggly momentarily as well as my thoughts is never smoggy, yet the physical leisure slips in within an hour (is uk cheese indica or sativa). Although those comforting results do not transform me into a zombie, they are actually still good enough for your smartwatch to call you out for being an immobile piece of spunk.

For growers who would certainly as if to experiment with this stress, seeds are conveniently available online (uk cheese thc level). Only prep your garden or even inside compartments as well as arrange your purchase. The plant possesses a normal duration of fifty feet and takes about 12 full weeks to flower, with a typical return of concerning 550 grams every plant.

Rather, you can expect deeply beneficial feelings from a really smart higher. While you might become a little drowsy, you'll likely appreciate it. This pressure is everything about eliminating stress and anxiety. That stated, it isn't for the faint of center or overall newbies (sin mintz). Conserve London Pound Covered weed for those with a little of endurance already.

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The Cookies Fam away from Los Angeles has generated another mouth watering tension with London Extra pound Cake - cake face strain terpenes. Besides tasting like a dessert, this pressure's THC exams at 26-30% frequently! To create this high-powered stress, they used Dusk Sherbet, yet however, Biscuits is actually certainly not eager to discuss the winning formula, as the various other parent strain continues to be an indica-dominant mystery.

Whether it is actually enjoying a song, a humor, or even a chat, London Extra pound Covered is actually a great tasting add-on that may supposedly help take an enjoyable satisfaction to any condition - sativa cake strains. A lot of point out not to become shocked if this mouth watering combination induces a case of the munchies either. Growing Greater London Pound Birthday cake need to be actually entrusted to the expert cultivators, as this combination grows high as well as has long branches that need to have constant pruning/grooming.

Circulation Kana companions along with premier professional farmers in The Emerald Triangle who concentrate on little batch, specialty shop tensions. Flow Kana's products are on call throughout the Golden State. London Pound Pie comes from a cross between Dusk Ice cream and also another crossbreed strain. The nugs of the London Extra pound Cake strain are actually thick, however soft.

I don't find a grinder to become required with London Extra pound Covered. There is actually a quite lightweight cleaning of kief on the buddy, but not therefore significant that I would certainly attempt to maintain it, unless I intend on consuming a ton of the same pressure. London Pound Pie smells new and citrusy (the cake strain).

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The same holds true within this case with the Greater london Pound Pie strain. The set of the London Pound Birthday cake tension that I acquired evaluated at 19. 93% THC and also 0 - stoopid fruits strain. 05% or 2mg CBD. I to begin with made an effort Greater london Pound Cake in a blunt. It will concerned 5 hours considering that I last smoked and also I experienced the impacts of the various other tension putting on off (candy mint cakes strain).

I like this stress the absolute most as a nighttime tension given that if I occur to experience very sluggish or even lethargic, I can consistently hit the hay and awaken feeling freshened. My focus is actually not the most ideal when using this strain (london pound cake stiiizy). Often I'll acquire embeded the same posture for unfamiliar sizes of your time while smoking this or after smoking cigarettes this tension.

If it pertained to food, manner, or even cartoons, I had good capacity to focus and also know. If it was a scientific research online video or even any sort of kind of interview including Elon Musk, I will be shed within 10 moments. texas pound cake strain leafly. I typically like hearing Elon Odor communicate on any kind of subject, however the Greater london Pound Cake stress doesn't enable me to understand his tips and also thought processes nearly as well as I could possibly sober - pyxy styx strain effects.

EXPANDING TIPS: Because of its own lengthy branches and also above-average blooming time, Greater london Poundcake needs to have to be nursed. Through that, our experts indicate pruning the branches regularly to stop mold and mildew as well as mildew and mold from creating, which the pressure is very prone to as it possesses a hard time with humidity as properly. cake strains list. Regular pet grooming will certainly also prevent the vegetation coming from losing power on unlucrative divisions. glue cake strain.

Worry, exhaustion, and depression can also be actually addressed along with London Poundcake. As a result of its terpene profile, however, the strain is not understood as an excellent pain-reliever. As a mood-changer, the stress is an overachiever. Keep an eye out for this if you are actually a producer or customer along with reduced adventure on each fronts, Greater london Poundcake may be additional than you can handle.

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Which is except me. Been cigarette smoking because '93, and I choose indicas a lot more as well as a lot more, sativas just don't carry out nothing for me. Thus this is a paradise delivered tension. As well as the taste runs out this planet (london pound cake strain indica or sativa)... MMM, pound birthday cake Blossom, Luvr113 reviews - Uploaded Oct. 4, 2022, 1:20 p.

Extra pound cake dates back 200 years, however the confection never got hold of greater than a passing idea coming from me. It resembles a denser variation of potato breadstuff, and is actually basically undetectable to anyone under fifty purchasing at a grocery-store pastry shop. My experiences along with extra pound covered finished along with a few stupid jokes in my preteen years, which was actually that.

So I had not been surprised to uncover one thing gotten in touch with London Extra pound Pie, a crossbreed of Sundown Sherbet and also a secret strain, on dispensary racks. Finding Extra Pound Cake, a common variation of the exact same pressure, from internal increases at pot stores was actually more of a shock, having said that (gorilla cakes strain). Maybe it was opportunity for a covered stroll.

It is actually certainly not just as good as Lemon Pound Birthday cake, either, but that is actually okay. Pound Birthday cake is still a flavorful hybrid in its own right, and also fit right know my night food selection but it really did not try like extra pound any type of covered, for that concern (lound pound cake). If our experts are actually being actually sincere, no weed really tries like covereds or pies, but Extra pound Covered's down-to-earth qualities were extremely tough to permit me trick myself in to anything right here. london pound cake thc.

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The high is actually exhilarating initially, eliminating my stress and anxiety as well as increasing my curiosity for a little lower than a hr before my appetite is topped and also prepared. Also without the munchies, I still ultimately vanish. You may discover Pound Birthday cake at Cookies and dispensaries lugging Biscuits stress, but a number of other raisers have handled the strain, too.

It's delightful, but not evocative pound pie. london chello cookies. Taste: Like a souped-up version of Kushes as well as OGs coming from the early 2000s, Pound Pie lugs dry, resinous flavors of yearn as well as lemon cleanser along with a refined tip of lumber. Sweeter aspects along with berry tones adhere to the edge of my oral cavity, offering the strain a fruity equilibrium - london pound cake price per pound.

I am actually engaged and also giggly momentarily and my thoughts is certainly never smoggy, but the physical leisure creeps in within an hour (cookies cheetah strain). Although those relaxing results don't transform me right into a zombie, they're still good enough for your smartwatch to contact you out for being actually an immobile piece of shit.

For raisers that wish to make an effort out this stress, seeds are conveniently accessible online (what are cake bars weed). Just prep your lawn or inside containers as well as put your purchase. The plant has an average length of fifty feet and also takes about 12 weeks to bloom, along with a typical yield of regarding 550 grams every vegetation.

Rather, you can expect intensely beneficial vibes from a very cerebral higher. While you might end up being a little bit of tired, you'll likely appreciate it. This pressure is actually everything about eliminating stress and anxiety. That mentioned, it isn't for the faint of heart or total amateurs (strain london pound cake). Save Greater london Extra pound Covered weed for those with a bit of resistance presently.

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The Cookies Fam away from Los Angeles has actually made an additional great tasting stress with Greater london Pound Birthday Cake - london pound cake strain effects. Besides sampling like a treat, this stress's THC tests at 26-30% on a regular basis! To generate this energetic stress, they made use of Sundown Ice cream, yet however, Cookies is actually certainly not anxious to share the winning formula, as the other parent stress stays an indica-dominant enigma.

Whether it is actually appreciating a tune, a funny, or a conversation, Greater london Pound Birthday cake is an excellent tasting addition that may supposedly aid bring a pleasant well-being to any sort of situation - cake cannabis company. A lot of point out not to become startled if this great tasting combination induces an instance of the munchies either. Developing Greater London Pound Pie ought to be entrusted to the professional cultivators, as this hybrid increases high as well as has long divisions that need to have regular pruning/grooming.

Flow Kana partners with premier craftsmen farmers in The Emerald Triangular who pay attention to small set, boutique pressures. Circulation Kana's items are readily available throughout the Golden State. London Pound Birthday cake leads from a cross between Dusk Ice cream and one more hybrid pressure. The nugs of the Greater london Pound Birthday cake tension are dense, however soft.

I don't discover a mill to become necessary along with Greater london Extra pound Cake. There is actually an incredibly light cleaning of kief on the buddy, yet not thus considerable that I 'd make an effort to keep it, unless I organize on eating a considerable amount of the very same stress. Greater london Pound Covered scents new and citrusy (wedding cake leafy).

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The same is actually accurate within this instance with the London Extra pound Cake stress. The batch of the London Extra pound Pie tension that I received evaluated at 19. 93% THC as well as 0 - cresco london pound mints. 05% or even 2mg CBD. I first made an effort Greater london Pound Birthday cake in a frank. It would certainly had to do with 5 hours since I final smoked as well as I felt the impacts of the other stress stopping (london strain weed).

I like this pressure the absolute most as a nighttime strain given that if I occur to feel too tired or lethargic, I can easily consistently hit the hay as well as awaken feeling freshened. My focus is not the very best when utilizing this stress (lemon pound cake leafly). Often I'll obtain embeded the same setting for not known spans of your time while cigarette smoking this or after smoking this strain.

If it possessed to perform with meals, fashion trend, or even animations, I possessed great ability to center as well as know. If it was a scientific research video clip or any kind of form of job interview involving Elon Musk, I will be lost within 10 minutes. london kush cake. I generally like hearing Elon Odor talk on any type of subject, but the London Pound Cake stress does not enable me to comprehend his suggestions and presumed procedures almost in addition to I could clean - lemon sherbet leafly.

EXPANDING TIPS: Due to its long divisions as well as above-average flowering time, London Poundcake needs to be actually taken care of. By that, our team mean pruning the branches often to avoid mold and mildew as well as mold from creating, which the pressure is actually very susceptible to as it possesses a difficult opportunity along with humidity at the same time. gelato pie face strain. Frequent pet grooming is going to also avoid the vegetation coming from throwing away energy on nonprofit branches. london pound mints cresco.

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Pound cake dates back 200 years, however the sweet never got more than a passing notion from me. It appears like a denser variation of potato bread, and also is actually essentially invisible to anybody under fifty buying at a grocery-store bake shop. My adventures along with pound birthday cake finished with a handful of foolish laughs in my preteen years, and also that was that.

So I had not been surprised to find out something gotten in touch with London Pound Cake, a crossbreed of Sundown Ice cream and also a secret stress, on dispensary racks. Observing Pound Covered, a generic variation of the exact same stress, from in-house increases at flowerpot stores was more of a surprise, having said that (baby cakes strain). Maybe it was opportunity for a cake walk.

It is actually not just as good as Lemon Pound Pie, either, however that's alright. Pound Covered is still a savory crossbreed in its personal right, and also match right know my night food selection yet it failed to sample like pound any sort of birthday cake, for that issue (london pound cake cannabis strain). If our experts are actually being actually honest, no pot truly samples like birthday cakes or pies, but Extra pound Pie's earthy top qualities were too solid to allow me trick on my own right into anything below. orange pound cake weed strain.

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The high is actually revitalizing initially, killing my tension and also raising my curiosity for a little lower than a hr prior to my hunger is topped and also prepared. Even without the munchies, I still ultimately discolor. You can locate Extra pound Pie at Cookies and also clinics carrying Biscuits pressures, however many various other farmers have actually taken on the stress, too.

It's fascinating, yet certainly not similar to extra pound covered. leafly pound cake. Taste: Like a souped-up variation of Kushes and also OGs from the early 2000s, Extra pound Covered carries dry out, resinous flavors of desire and also lemon cleanser with an understated hint of lumber. Sweeter components with berry overtones adhere to the side of my mouth, providing the stress a fruity harmony - million dollar pound cake.

I am actually interacted and giggly for a quick opportunity and my mind is never ever unclear, yet the bodily relaxation slips in within a hr (jelly face strain review). Although those soothing impacts do not switch me right into a zombie, they are actually still good enough for your smartwatch to contact you out for being actually an immobile part of crap.

For farmers that want to try out this strain, seeds are actually readily available online (lemon pound cake strain allbud). Merely prepare your backyard or even indoor compartments and also arrange your purchase. The vegetation has a common length of fifty feet and takes around 12 weeks to flower, with a typical turnout of regarding 550 grams every vegetation.

Rather, you can expect strongly favorable feelings from an extremely smart high. While you may end up being a little drowsy, you'll likely appreciate it. This stress is actually everything about removing stress. That pointed out, it isn't for the pale of heart or even overall amateurs (cake face strain terpenes). Conserve Greater london Extra pound Birthday cake pot for those along with a little bit of resistance already.

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on weight loss

Longpost incoming.

I am an immunocompromised individual with a slow metabolism (professionally diagnosed hypothyroidism) who is actively working to lose weight after being in the same borderline-overweight range for over a decade and is absolutely fucking TIRED of mainstream diet culture. I want to give realistic and sustainable advice that has been working for me.

Weight loss boils down to one thing and one thing only irregardless of any physiological factors that may make weight loss more or less difficult- burning more calories than you consume. You have to be in a calorie deficit to lose weight- for most people, a 500 calorie deficit is sufficient. Calculate your basal metabolic rate and work from there.

Now, let's start with some important PSAs.

Don't fucking starve yourself. That's bad. I shouldn't even have to explain to you why that's bad. Kill the pro-ana TikTok influencer in your head. Now. You don't want an eating disorder. You don't want nutritional deficiencies. You don't want to losing muscle mass and bone density.

Weight loss should not be a miserable experience. You should be making small, gradual changes that you can sustain. This is why fad dieters almost always gain back the weight they lost- they make unsustainable changes that they'll drop as soon as they reach their desired weight.

Carbs (and fats) are not your enemy. Every human on Earth needs carbs, fats, and proteins. I am not saying that low-carb (keto) diets are inherently bad, but for most people they're unnecessary and will be unpleasant, which goes back to the above point.

The best form of exercise is low-to-moderate intensity cardio. Walk. Just walk. Even if it's the bare minimum of 30 minutes a day. Even if it's indoors. You don't need to run, you don't need to do HIIT/tabata workouts, etc. Gaining muscle is beneficial for weight loss but like, it isn't Necessary. (I do HIIT but not for weight loss)

Annnnnd here are my tips. These are all small, easy, sustainable changes that have been working for me.

Eat meals more slowly. Not only will this keep you from accidentally overeating, but it'll make eating a more pleasant experience. Enjoy your food and savor every bite!

Make small changes to your favorite foods. Instead of eating a sandwich with two pieces of bread, make it open-faced. Use lighter dressing and add less croutons to your salad. Buy the pizza with the thin crust. Try peanut butter powder instead of traditional peanut butter. Use herbs to flavor your meat instead of sauces, and eat leaner meats. Eat your white fish without breading.

Mindful portion sizes. The average dinner for me is a filet of fish with a side of pasta (or rice) and vegetables. I would eat a lot of pasta- in a separate bowl, and sometimes after eating I'd go back for more! I now eat a smaller amount of pasta. If you go back to my first point and eat slowly, this should be an easy change and it won't feel like you're missing out on anything.

Substitute high-calorie snacks, like chips and cookies, for low-calorie alternatives like pickles/cucumbers, low-calorie popcorn, sugar snap peas, watermelon, berries, and mandarin oranges. Find things you like!

And here's the biggest one: curb your consumption of high-calorie beverages (and DRINK. WATER!) This includes soda, fruit juices, sugary coffees, iced teas, sports drinks, flavored milks, etc. There is no way around this one. I used to drink 2 to 3 cans of soda per day, sometimes alongside a Starbucks Frappuccino which has just as many calories as a soda. I now only drink one (1) caloric beverage per day- either a mini can of Dr Pepper or a Starbucks Cold & Crafted, both of which are 90 calories. Don't make yourself miserable and give up things that taste good, but also you gotta be an adult and have some self-control- you really should not be consuming literal hundreds of calories per day from drinks.

SMALL. GRADUAL. SUSTAINABLE. CHANGES. 🙌

And yes, you might not lose weight rapidly, especially if you're like me and have a condition that makes it difficult. But that's fine. If you're losing weight rapidly you're probably making changes that you won't be able to sustain.

[goldencuffs]

persuasion

@lamenweek day six: auguste lives au

It’s four-thirty on a Wednesday, and Damen is exhausted, worn down and irritated over the fact that he’s still stuck in the gym storage room, sorting through eight boxes of equipment.

The year seven kid in here with him, Peter, is slow and mullish: he’s only here because Huet gave him detention for not doing his homework for the third week in a a row.

Damen is here because his entire faculty is incompetent. These boxes were supposed to be unpacked a month ago, at the start of the term, but after Kallias walked out, things have been… hectic, to say the least.

In the stifling heat, Peter’s odour is unpleasant, because he’s thirteen, and thirteen year old boys reek.

Damen is seriously considering telling him to leave, but the extra pair of hands, no matter how small and slow, are still better than nothing.

Then, Damen hears the squeak of trainers across the shiny linoleum floor, and a tall, slim figure leans against the doorway, arms crossed.

Damen bites back a sigh, his irritation spiking.

Laurent says, “Hey you, fuck off.”

Peter balks. “Me?”

Damen has his back turned, but in the ensuing silence, he knows that Laurent is staring the poor kid down, unwilling to repeat himself.

“Mr Vallis…” Peter starts, voice high and whiny.

This time Damen sighs loudly. “It’s fine, Peter. You can go home.”

Peter does so, without a goodbye, and when the gym doors close once more, Laurent says, “Damen, I need to talk to you.”

Damen turns around, mirroring Laurent’s pose. “Laurent, I’ve told you a hundred times not to call me by name at school. It’s Mr Vallis to you inside these gates. Always.”

Laurent rolls his eyes. Everything about him, as usual, is immaculate. There isn’t a single hair out of place, he’s still wearing his blazer, and unlike the most boys in this school, he hasn’t loosened his tie or unbuttoned his shirt to wave off the heat.

The only indication that he isn’t a weird, strange robot is the pink across his cheeks and the bridge of his nose.

“Unless you’re planning on help me with this, I need you to fuck off too,” Damen says, ready to turn back around.

“Actually, Mr Vallis,” Laurent straightens, and Damen doesn’t miss the inflection in his name, “I need a favour.”

Damen unpacks the third box, almost bursting into tears when he sees they’re nets. Nets always go on the top shelf. His back is going to break by the end of it.

“What is it?” He belatedly asks, realising Laurent is watching him.

Laurent presses his tongue to his top lip. “I know there’s a spot open on the wrestling team, and it would look really good on my uni applications if I wrote that I’m—”

“I’m going to stop you right there, Revere. I already told you before the holidays that if your grades don’t improve—”

“They have! I managed to get a B in Ancient History—"

“You need a B average, not just in one subject. I’ve already checked, and you’re barely scraping a C.”

Laurent makes an indignant scoff. “Yes, but it would be a B average if Auguste helped me out with Chemistry—which is the only subject I’m failing, by the way. And he doesn’t help me at all—what’s the point of him being the best Chem teacher at this school if he won’t put me in his class!”

Damen runs a hand over his face. “You know you can’t have your brother teaching you—it’s against school policy.”

“Fine, whatever,” Laurent shrugs. “But, I swear I’ve been trying Dam—Mr Vallis. Can’t you make an exception for me?”

“Absolutely not,” Damen snorts.

“Ugh! What’s the point of knowing teachers if they don’t help you out when you need it?”

Damen shrugs. “Tough luck, kid. If I gave you the spot, it might keep someone who actually deserves it from joining.”

“I deserve it.”

Damen rolls his eyes.

“Fine,” Laurent adopts a haughty look, head held high. “I’ll tell your boyfriend Auguste that you’re being a dick—”

“We’ve been over this Laurent; I’m not dating your brother.”

“Hmm, could have fooled me,” Laurent mutters in a dangerous undertone. “All that touching and cuddling and inside jokes—”

Damen knows that he shouldn’t rise to bait presented to him by a belligerent eighteen year old, but he’s tired, and it’s been a long, long day so he snaps, “Yeah, that’s what friends do, you little shit. Not that you would know what it’s like to have one.”

He regrets it as soon as he says it: Damen is the adult here (the proper one) and more importantly, he’s Laurent’s teacher. A professional.

Laurent’s face falls, and genuine hurt settles into his eyes.

The corners of his mouth droop, and his voice shakes as he says, “You’re such an asshole.”

Damen sighs, “Laurent—”

“Fuck you, Damen,” Laurent says, and turns on his heel in one smooth, elegant move.

*

Two weeks later, Auguste holds one last barbeque party to mourn the end of summer.

It’s not a crowded party: just four other teachers from school, two of Auguste’s uni friends, and of course, bloody Laurent.

He hasn’t said a single word to Damen all afternoon, the rude shit. Not that Damen expects anything less from the most prickly person he knows.

Laurent normally doesn’t even hang out with them, but since he turned eighteen over the winter, Auguste has been trying to include him in their gatherings a lot more.

It’s still a bit surreal to see Laurent easily holding down conversations with men twice his age, a beer bottle pressed to his mouth.

(That part is not so surprising. Damen caught Laurent guzzling an entire bottle of wine when he was sixteen, in this very kitchen).

Orlant touches Laurent’s knee, and says something that makes him laugh raucously.

Damen stands from the couch and makes his way over.

“Hey,” he says, “I think your brother’s calling you.”

Laurent frowns, eyes drifting over to the alfresco, where Auguste is belting Wannabe by Spice Girls and ignoring the grill, Lazar attempting to beatbox along with the words.

God, the steaks are going to burn.

“I don’t think so,” Laurent says.

When Damen doesn’t leave, Orlant says, “You good, man?”

Damen doesn’t bother to reply. He frowns at Laurent. “You’ve been drinking non stop since you got here.”

Laurent throws him a disgusted look. “You’re not my teacher outside of school hours. Fuck off.”

Orlant raises an eyebrow, looking between them. “You’re his student?”

“Barely,” Laurent mutters. “He just makes us do laps and teaches us abstinence like a pastor from the seventies.”

“The curriculum suggests that I—”

“And he won’t put me on his wrestling team because of a small technicality.”

“It’s not a small—”

“You should let him on the team, man,” Orlant says, smiling at Laurent.

Laurent smiles back, eyelashes fluttering.

Damen frowns again.

“Thank you,” Laurent says to Orlant. “I wish you were the coach. Nikandros spent all summer helping me perfect my form, and it’s all been for nothing.”

Damen feels his face crack. “Nikandros? Since when have you been hanging out with him?”

Laurent gives him a devious smile. “Oh, I can be very persuasive. He spent the entire time telling me how good I was.” He flutters his lashes at Damen this time. “It’s a shame you won’t be able to see for yourself, Mr Vallis.”

Orlant watches Laurent shamelessly.

Damen grits his teeth, blood rushing to his head, and grips Laurent’s bicep, ignoring his “Hey!”

He drags Laurent to the unoccupied living room, pushing him away in disgust the moment they’re alone. “What the fuck is your problem, Revere?”

“What the fuck is yours?” Laurent snaps, rubbing his bicep. “Have you lost it already? You usually go crazy around midterms.”

“Shut up,” Damen hisses. “What are you playing at? Did you seriously go to Nikandros for wrestling tips?”

Laurent is still rubbing his bicep, the drama queen. “Well, yes. You wouldn’t help me, so I had to look somewhere else for… expertise. And Nikandros was more than willing to help. Eventually.”

Damen can feel a headache coming on. “Nikandros is shit at wrestling.”

Laurent laughs. “Oh my god. You’re acting like a baby.” “And you’re being your usual intolerable self.”

“Oh, fuck you.” Now Laurent looks livid, his eyes flashing with malice.

“You haven’t even tried to get to know me for the last three years. When you told me I had to improve my grades, I studied my ass off. I got a tutor. I even went to fucking summer school. And yeah, I might only have a C average, but I’ve improved in literally everything. I’ve only failed one subject! At least Nikandros was willing to listen to me. You just behave like an ass.”

Damen swallows, crossing his arms over his chest. He looks away, down at the shiny, tiled floor.

He sighs, “You’re right. I’m sorry.”

“What was that?”

Damen looks at Laurent, at the sun shining down his head. “I said I’m sorry. Perhaps I have been… a little unfair.”

Laurent snorts and presses his mouth together,

“I didn’t realise how hard you’ve been working,” Damen says, appreciative. “I’m proud of you.”

Laurent goes red. He rolls his eyes, but it’s half-hearted. “Whatever. You’re still a dick.”

Damen smiles. “Yeah, I guess.”

There’s a brief, awkward silence.

Then Damen says, “Okay, give me your speech.”

“My speech, Mr Vallis?”

“Yeah,” Damen raises an eyebrow. “Give me whatever speech you gave Nikandros. If it can convince him to teach you to wrestle, it might convince me to give you a shot on the team.”

Laurent stands straight, assessing him for a moment. “Are you sure, Mr Vallis?”

“Yeah, ‘course.”

Laurent gives him a smile Damen has never seen before. It unleashes something dark in his eyes.

Damen swallows, his heart suddenly picking up pace.

Laurent saunters towards him, still with that smile. He comes close enough that Damen can see the small smattering of freckles on his nose.

Damen presses his back to the counter. “Laurent…”

Laurent bites his lip. “Everyone thinks you’re the hottest teacher at school, Mr Vallis. I’ve had a crush on you since my first year.”

Damen coughs, startled. “Laurent, what…”

“Do you want me to give my speech or not?”

Damen’s chest heaves with his breaths. He assesses Laurent’s beautiful face, his mind carefully shutting down.

“Yes,” he says quietly.

Laurent’s smile is sweet and shy.

He’s still wearing that smile when he gets down on his knees. His fingers are quick, nimble as they unbuckle Damen’s belt.

The clank of metal is loud, even amongst the drone of the party.

Damen should stop this. He should say something. Laurent is his student. More than that, he’s his best friend’s just-legal little brother. Damen should—

Laurent kisses the tip of his cock through the cloth, dragging his tongue over it, making it damp.

“Fuck, Laurent.”

Laurent pulls back and smiles at him, eyes half-mast. “I managed to convince Nikandros in about three minutes. Do you think you’ll last a bit longer?”

Damen grunts, hips moving in aborted jerks as Laurent slides down his underwear.

“Let’s find out, shall we?”

#captive prince #lamen week 2021 #this is the vaguest auguste lives au ever lmaoooooooooo #also this is so late please tell me its day six somewhere #my writing #my fic

[sanstropfremir]

I’d love your thoughts on BTS and their current image and music if you have them and aren’t afraid of the mindless internet hoards.

Personally, I liked a lot of their older stuff, but haven’t liked anything since I think the Fake Love promotions 3+ years ago. They’d started losing their personality and soul before that album cycle, but it feels like the sanitization of their image and artistry really kicked into hyperdrive after that. Now most of what they do seems like a sterile money grab driven by the Hybe hive mind which is a shame.

ok alrighty (cracks knuckles) let's get into it.

now that i've fully given myself a headache watching the majority of the bts videography, here are three points i'm going to cover:

performative character and the lack thereof

interesting aesthetics and the lack thereof, and

the inevitable cracking of perfection

ready, set, let's begin.

1.

idol music is very clearly definited by spectacle based aesthetics. and it's had that structure for its entire existence. so i gotta hand it to hybe for this one, because they managed to revolutionize being utterly fucking average. the triumph of bts is that they're just some guys and they look like just some guys. hybe found a niche in the system and then gamed that system to the tune of one of the largest musical acts in the world. they're not marketing bts as a romantic parasocial relationship, they're marketing them as your friends. and that is just as insidious to lonely kids as a run of the mill romantic fantasy. but that's not what i'm here to talk about today.

there's a pattern i find very interesting with bts mvs and that is that i don't remember anything about them. specifically, i don't remember the stuff that's happening IN the video; not the styling, not the setpieces, if i didn't know the members i doubt i would remember them either. what i DO remember, is how expensive the production is, and specific shots. i couldn't tell you what a single member was wearing, but i sure as hell remember that first upward angle shot of jungkook and the rusted park ride in spring day. or every single time they do that birdseye shot of jin in like every video. honestly as far as i'm aware jin has only ever worn a loose fitting beige longsleeve shirt.

it took bts a long time to establish any kind of consistent visual character. and the character they did establish.... i don't know if you can call a family-friendly-style clean aesthetic 'character'. they debuted as a hip hop group to little (comparative) success, and then made a switch to doing an early version of where they're currently at right now. if you've seen any of the mvs, you know that this is a pretty significant visual change. i don't think it is inherently a bad change, since the visual branding for hiphop based groups always tips over into iffy terrritory, but it is dramatic enough and early enough that it doesn't strike me as a natural evolution. concept switch ups are common, but they usually work because the members have established a bit of character for themselves, used their performance abilities and presence to fit into a niche in the group. the idol mould is perfect for showcasing the performers; that's its function. the groups that are the most fun to watch are the ones with stage presence, the ones who know how to perform, who can act all the parts they need to play. and bts? 4/7 actual performers on a good day. in my personal opinion it's 2/7.

i'm gonna expand on what i said about jimin here (this is technically the first part of this series), because it does apply to the rest of the group on the whole:

and i think here is where we see the main crux of the difference between taemin and jimin as performers: taemin has both an artistic and an idol persona. we know and understand him to do solo work that has a separate artistic meaning to just him being an idol. even though this performance was pre-move, i would still say this applies, because he's hot off press your number, where he's acting in a story based mv. jimin on the other hand just has his idol persona. he's not known for creating the same kind of storytelling that taemin is.

bts has been very insistent on the image of the group as a single unit. despite having the size of fanbase and the revenue that would make any official solo debut a massive success, none of them have done any substantial solo work. this isn't artistically a problem, and i think it's very admirable of them to be so dedicated to the image and the legacy of the group, when that can be an uncommon trait in the industry. i do however, think it starts to become an issue when we want to discuss what the artistic visions and images of groups are. shinee taemin and solo taemin have two distinct artistic representations, and taemin himself will attest to that. it's the same with all the shinee members that have solo careers, and the same with other groups. jackson, bambam, yugyeom, and jaebeom's solo work is all very different from got7. yixing's solo work is very different from exo's. even the subunits within exo all have their own character (cbx and sc). kpop groups all ostensibly are trained under the same system, so why the disparity with bts? mostly, it's their brand of "authenticity." it's impossible to perform authentically, by the nature of performance as a medium it is unnatural, and tragically, not everyone is naturally interesting, or suited to performing: that's why the performing arts even exist in the first place. it required painstaking training to be good at performing; it is a complex set of skills and those skills are not learnt by "being authentic." being an idol is not just the singing, dancing, rapping; that's only half the work. you need to be able to act to be a compelling performer. pulling your true self and emotions out on stage every night is a fast track to burnout and psychological issues, there's plenty of evidence. the only member of bts of whom i can say for some certainty has a persona and a stage presence is jhope/hoseok, a) because he's kept up a very specific brand in the solo work that he has done, and b) he has actual dance training, not just kpop dance training. the rest of them may have the kpop dance and the kpop vocal training, but what they do not have is the ability to market themselves as compelling performers on stage. taehyung is the only other member i would hesitantly give a semblance of persona and ability to, but i think he stumbled onto that mostly by accident. and if all the pieces don't each have a distinctive colour, how can the whole machine be visually interesting?

2.

bts may never have been able to establish an aesthetic brand, but what they did establish is an intellectual one. if you talk to a fan, the schtick they give is that "it's about the lyrics." as noble as having an intellectual or cerebral message is, what does that look like? how do you portray intellectual on stage, on film? what about intellectual is interesting to watch? cerebral, by it's literal nature as a descriptor, is very difficult to communicate in visual language because it is internal. to successfully communicate cerebrality and intellect in a short form medium like music videos requires a deft hand with metaphor that can elude even an experienced designer. and honestly? i don't know whether to applaud hybe's visual team for being the most successful subtle contemporary designers i've every seen, or to decry them as worst kpop designers i've ever seen. maybe both. regardless, i don't think they're able to cross the gap.

there are exactly four mvs where i actually remember the content of the mv and not the frame it sits in, and those are dna, idol, the singularity comeback trailer with taehyung, and war of hormone. and of an eight year career......that's not very many. these four mvs have at least an inkling of interesting spectacle and character, but even then, it's still a stretch. there is absolutely nothing to write home about in the styling for dna, other than it's well colour matched. I don't even know if I should include singularity because it involves none of the other members. idol is probably their most interesting mv because it actually has alternative styling and varies (at least a little bit) from the standard hybe boom crane shot-that-shows-off-how-we-can-afford-big-studio-spaces-and-locations. the company and the group would be loathe to admit it, but war of hormone is a well designed and interesting mv for the time it was made, with a well crafted gimmick and some actual showing of character from the members. it was the start of a potential that they squashed quite quickly because it wasn't picking up in the hiphop-group-saturated market of 2014. but the rest of their mvs? remarkably uninspired styling. like it's truly impressive how boring the styling is. and like i've said, that is the triumph in their aesthetics: they all look like normal dudes (if you had professional skin + makeup techs looking after them for the last 8 years).

all of this is a carefully crafted image that's tailored to hooking an audience, especially an international one. the mvs are boring in the relative scale of kpop, but they're just different enough from a western pop mv to catch attention. and once you do sink a hook, there's a direct clickfunnel of content that bills itself on these men being "authentic" and "self-producing," which is a huge draw to international fans, because people are racist and believe that the kpop industry is a factory that produces idols like clones, where none of them know how to do anything other than sing and dance and all the music is just handed to them by companies. and they have SO much content that there's no way a new fan can get to it all in a timely manner, so they'll never have to engage with any other kpop artists' work if they don't actively seek it out. but that's another essay for another time.

3.

that brings us to current day, in which at least the last five bts releases have been in the same aesthetic vein of positive, sanitized, and pristine. i said it in one of my txt responses and i will say it again here: money scrubs the humanity from the aesthetic of living. minimalism is for rich white people. hybe and bts may have pivoted their style and brand directly into the lane of mass appeal, but when you pair that with the amount of money funding them, there's a cognitive dissonance between the message and the aesthetics in which it's portrayed. some people do like the clean cut looks, and i won't say that they don't work, but as you've likely gleaned from this response, it isn't my style and if you've been around and reading my writing for longer you'll know that my tastes runs much closer to the messy and the weird, so very little about any of bts' visuals have appeal to me. i do find the contradiction of applying the appeal of radical relatability with the aesthetics of expansive (and expensive) minimalism interesting; it's an extremely fine line that hybe is walking and eventually they are going to tip over, the porcelain mask will not hold forever. maintaining the all ages aesthetic is going to be difficult now that all of them are grown ass men. with other groups of this member age and generation there's very obviously been a shift to a more adult tone, and not necessarily explicitly. got7, mx, nu'est, btob, shinee, 2pm, and groups that have older members like a.c.e and sf9 have all made slow shifts in tone that are undeniably aimed at a maturing audience: they know their core fanbases are aging with them and they (the fans) are not as interested in the 'boy' in boy group. and most of them have telltale visual styles, enough so that i can distinguish a specific group's mv. the last year and change of mx mvs have a very distinctive character; got7 too, since easily as far back as if you do. i can always tell an a.c.e mv by its impeccable fashion and formic styling, and although shinee has always had a more experimental aesthetic edge, their sound and voices are unmistakable.

honestly, i can't predict what bts is going to do in the future, but i personally don't believe they can keep up their clean aesthetic indefinitely without some fallout. part of the fun of following bands is watching them grow musically, and the last couple of years of bts haven't felt like growth. there are fans that have already started realizing it, and there's likely to be more soon.

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the third part is here, which is a short followup about some of bts' industry influence.

#this is long one dear readers #a very long one #strap in #i've sat on this for probably a week now in the hopes my brain can make some interesting connections but honestly? #not a lot about bts is interesting in comparision to the rest of the kpop industry #personally i am of the opinion that lyrics do not matter in idol music and i am not interested in them in the slightest #and bts videos ARE extremely bland visually #unless you like looking at expensive production. whatever floats your boat i guess #they make a lot of sense as an entry kpop group but once you get actually into the industry there is SO much happening #which i talk about in the third part a little bit #this is way too long i am so sorry anon and everyone else who has been asking about this topic #im not entirely sure it's coherent at this point but whatever. its out there now #i wanted this to be under 1k and that emphatically did not happen #it is double that. why am i like this #875 #kpop questions #kpop analysis #group analysis #text #answers

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— ❝︎ 𝐘𝐎𝐔 & 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐈𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐎 𝐈𝐍 𝐀 𝐌𝐎𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐍! 𝐒𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐀𝐔. ·˚ ༘

♡︎ : the atmosphere i'm going for is frustratingly difficult to describe djjfjg the word "somber" doesn't really do it for me, but it's pretty much these emojis 🌑🌨🎞💸🚬⛓🔭

lowkey just wanted to put this trio & y/n (aka the loml) in a really dark, gloomy, modern metropolis type of place full of cold weather, inner monologues, and cigarettes JFKGK

ALSO my insp was the reiner + annie fanart in the center of the divider i made!! i really wish i knew the artist, but i couldn't find them :(( definitely NOT taking credit, it isn't my art whatsoever. but LOOK AT THEM UGH THE AESTHETIC

to balance things out, i wrote the reader as female! && characters are aged up to their early twenties.

the bunch of you met through your college courses— of course, the three of them had known one another since childhood, but you managed to weasel your way into their close-knit friend group. ever since then, you all share the melancholy city life.

during your guys' campus days, reiner worked for his master's in kinesiology. it isn't that big of a shocker that he aimed for something that pertained to his bulkier build,, mans grows up to be an absolute unit, lmao. wanting to maintain an above average salary, he used his education to earn himself a place in the certified training department. currently, he's a personal trainer of many clients, all of which he does his best to maintain.

bertholdt majored in philosophy, and worked toward his master's degree. with his intelligence, he got it. while all three of you (reiner especially), urged him to pursue non-profit professionalism, praising his skill and all around ability to do so, he lacked the confidence to push for it, and ended up going down another path. currently, he's sticking to the safe road, aiming to become a professor in the very course he excelled in. he's yet to get there, though— right now, he's a professor's assistant. it's less tiring, at least. still, he was capable of becoming something better.

as for annie, she majored in political science. unlike the other two, she worked to obtain a bachelor's degree. with that being said, she attended college for a little longer. eventually, she got her degree, and while she was a little lost after graduation, she made her way into the policy analyst game. she had the writing skills, sOmewhat of the drive, and while she's the youngest worker in her office, she's also the brightest. they're all also terrified of her, she speaks .6 words a day.

of course, what you did is entirely up to you! if you took two or three years to get your degree, you likely graduated alongside the boys. if it took longer, no worries, annie's degree took quite a bit.

now, the four of you are living in the same city, and you're all experiencing that said city's constant mournful, dingy atmosphere. the aesthetic is calming, actually; the weather is never nice, it's a rarity that you ever get an actual glimpse of the sun. no matter the season, so long as it isn't summertime, layers are a must. rainfall is a weekly occurrence, as well as the occasional thunderstorm. the merged stench of coffee grounds and burnt oil linger within the streets of the city, simply adding to the melancholy. basically, the general scenery is dark, cold, wet, and quiet. it's a gloomy place,, definitely comparable to forks, washington, but more of a metropolis than a town.

even with all of that being said, you and your friends have a good time. honestly, if you didn't all have eachother, you'd all probably go mental.

while reiner and bertholdt have their own seperate apartments, you and annie share a place. the rent was cheap, especially once split between two homeowners. two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a single kitchen & living area. it was too good of a deal to pass up. fortunately, you and her are compatible roomates.

with that being said, of course, it's often that the four lounge around at your guys' apartment. bertholdt always makes sure to check in before visiting, while reiner has the sour habit of showing up unannounced. you've both had to deny him a key, despite his pleading. you love him, but not that much.

sometimes, the two of them crash in your living room. typically, it's reiner on the couch while bertholdt takes up the floor, waking up the next morning in whatever flamboyant position he'd folded himself into during the night. every now and then, you and annie forget to head back to your rooms, and you crash right there with them. before you all fall asleep, you're typically all huddled up near the glass doored balcony, allowing the rainfall to serenade the four of you into a deep slumber whilst sitting within the crisp remnants of cigarette smoke and freshly opened liquor.

in a way, it's funny, because you all have a tendency to do that on a work night. just the four of you, sitting in your living room, drinking your alcohol, coating your furniture in the brisk stench of pure, solicited nicotine, watching your very own city drown within the darkening sky's tears as little to zero words are even spoken. when it comes to you and your friends, that's something that can never be contradicted; the quiet. these were how you spent your evenings together, especially after a rough day— silence, smoking, and the most peaceful sorrow imaginable.

of course, when you aren't wallowing in your own self pity, you're known to get drinks together. there's this certain booth in a local pub, it had burnt burgundy seats made out of leather. it's your guys' booth, and whenever you go out for a drink or two, that's where you sit. it's way back in the corner, where none of you can be bothered. one time, a couple of rascals had stolen it, and they refused to move. without a second thought, annie slammed one of those motherfucker's faces into the table. in suite, reiner took care of the other one, yanking him from the collar and kicking him to the floor. you and bertholdt only watched,, you were laughing, poor bert simply dragGed his palm down his face.

hey, at least you got your seats back! absentmindedly, you etched your initials into the bottom of the table with your pen. without a thought, the other three did the same, marking the corner as their own. don't fuck with that table, you'll be slaughtered.

when winter hits, it hits mercilessly. it's insanely aesthetic, seeing your group standing on the side of the busy street, all absolutely layered up in buttoned up winter coats and thickly knitted scarves. because they're both unnecessarily large, you depend on them for warmth every now and then. the amount of times you've buried your face within reiner's side while sitting on the subway during the midst of wintertime is stupid. as for bertholdt, he occasionally takes off his very own coat, draping it over you or annie's shoulders whenever either of you are seen shivering. he doesn't mind getting a cold, so long as you're warm.

speaking of the subway, your city has one. it's a pretty average way to travel, and due to none of you actually owning your own vehicles, it's where you go whenever walking or taking the bus isn't an option. the only one who isn't allowed to ride the subway alone is you. there was instance where on your way home from work, you had a run-in with an unpleasant bystander with the means to hurt you. ever since then, a code has been set where if you want to travel underground, you do it with one of them.

^ one time, you didn't listen, and you went by yourself anyway— unfortunately for you, reiner was boarding the exact same stop as you, and gave you quite the scolding. however, it's only because you're special to him. to all of them.

you and annie are actually closer than you'd imagine. being one of the only female friends she's ever been able to keep, you've grown to be an important figure in her life. of course, she'd never admit that to you, but you know. some nights, the two of you lean against one another on the sofa while black & white reruns play on the television, ultimately sending you both to sleep.

once a week, you have lunch with bertholdt at the university he assists at. you know just how glum the work makes him, and fortunately, you showing up every single sunday with coffee and sandwiches never fails to brighten his day. sometimes, you're the only one that can get him through the week.

bert's crush on annie is still very much a thing, even in this universe. of course, he's older, and for the most part, he's grown out of it. still, he stares. not as much as he once did, but he does. you and reiner only watch from afar, quietly sullen that he'd never quite gotten the guts to act on it.

bertholdt is also the group's umbrella holder. it's constantly raining, and due to his height, he's the one holding the bigass umbrella over the four of your guys' heads. when there isn't an umbrella, you just sort of seek refuse underneath his arms, which he gladly gives you. reiner and annie don't really mind, they get wet. it is a thing where you're all rushing to get out of the rain, the two men shielding the women's hair from the storm with their jackets as they run for shelter.

you all smoke. well, actually, whether or not you smoke cigarettes in this scenario is entirely up to you. if you'd like, ignore this part. anyway, cigarette sharing is a given. while reiner's preferred brand of darts is far more lucrative and more likely to kill him (he's dead inside, it fits), he won't hesitate to snatch a cigarette from in between the tips of your lips, bringing them to his own. it's something all of you do, even bertholdt. sharing is caring, you all say. you tend to do the same thing with wine glasses, or beer bottles.

it's practically gotham city, you're all dead inside grownups, god isn't real.

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#attack on titan #aot #shingeki no kyojin #snk #aot headcanons #aot au #aot scenarios #reiner braun #bertholdt hoover #annie leonhart #aot x reader #attack on titan x reader #modern aot

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hi yes, here is a longer version of How IP Works

everyone freaking out about Not Being Able To Write Fanfiction Anymore because a few people have tip jars on patreon or whatnot—let me explain to you a thing.

without outing myself, cause y’all are worked up into a frenzy, it used to be part of my job to follow copyright issues, especially w/r/t fandom. i am not a lawyer, and an actual lawyer will likely have a more nuanced take, but here’s the rough outline of how this shit works.

let’s talk about copyright infringement (and therefore IP lawsuits) in theory and in practice.

in the letter of the law, fanfiction writers, fan artists, etc are infringing on an IP holder’s copyright (and therefore monetary damages exist) irrespective to whether a that fan creator made a work for free OR has charged for that work. if a company bothers to sue someone, the damages they’d be suing for would not be based on whatever is in the creator’s tip jar or their earnings from said fan work. IP lawsuits don’t work like that.

again: it doesn’t matter if you’re making $0 or $5000 on a fanfiction. the copyright infringement doesn’t suddenly vanish because a work is provided for free. would the fan creator’s earnings off fan work be considered in damages if a lawsuit were to be filed? absolutely. but the copyright is not infringed more because money is involved.

typically speaking, though, most IP holders don’t bother with actual lawsuits b/c they’re expensive. most of the time, they have a boilerplate cease-and-desist letter that they hand out to fan creators who they believe to be adversely impacting the brand’s image (for example, sending cease-and-desist letters to NSFW artists when the IP is family-friendly)

but a cease-and-desist is not a lawsuit; it’s a fancy letter from a lawyer that says “pls stop doing a thing >:( i don’t like the thing you are doing.” it’s meant to discourage a certain behavior without the expense of going to court.  

IP holders vary tremendously w/r/t how litigious (read: lawsuit-happy) they are about fan works. Anne Rice is a good example of an IP holder who has been highly litigious. that said, most IP holders consider fan work to be marketing they don’t have to pay for, since engaged fans tend to buy merch and toys. 

however

not every IP holder is so relaxed about copyright infringement. the examples people bring up (Nintendo, Disney) happen to be particularly litigious. they shouldn’t be used as a benchmark for the average fan creator re: risk assessment. the Pokemon Company took a guy to court for hosting a FREE PARTY to kick off PAX in 2015. even though the defendant cancelled the event, didn’t make money off the party, he was still served with a judgment of $5,400.

again, this was a free party that the guy cancelled so he didn’t even make a dime off it. still didn’t affect the claim of copyright infringement. 

i know a lot of you are thinking: “BUT FAIR USE!” 

to that i say: no. fair use is its own bag of worms, and is hotly contested. our legal teams would constantly drill into our heads that fair use is not a sword, it’s a shield, and if you have to use that shield, you’ve already lost. fair use is extremely complex and financial gain doesn’t factor into it at all.

in my professional experience, by far the most litigious companies re: IP were actually the NBA and the NFL. they have floors of lawyers who prevent anyone who doesn’t have a multi-bajillion dollar contract with them (see: espn, some other networks like fox i think?) is not allowed to use footage from games or even film on an NBA/NFL basketball court. entities get into hot water all the time for using the trademarked term “superbowl” without permission. essentially, if you aren’t a news organization, you dare not utter the word superbowl without risking getting sued. that’s why you see references to “the big game” in taco bell ads or whatever.

going after fan creators for having tip jars—claiming they’re infringing copyright more (somehow?) than fan creators who don’t have tip jars, or endangering other fan creators who post their work for free—is asinine and shows a total lack of understanding of how IP law works in theory and especially in practice.

hope this helped :)

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Ok! ONE more actor AU post, then I’ll start switching Aito’s quirk <3

(if you have any recommendations for that btw, send an ask lol)

[work in progress!!]

[We need to get this out for next week’s issue. Ichiro’s working on the visuals, you guys make the transcript look nice.]

[yes sir.]

[Aye boss!]

[You got it]

Hello! I’m Kiyoshi Ono, joined here today by none other than Shishio Ramos! Actor in the new series Kimi no Hīrō Akademia!

Hi! [awe! This kid is so sweet] [He’s barely said anything yet] [hush!]

Hi there Ramos! Could you tell us what this new series is going to be about, and who you’re playing?

Oh yeah! Totally! Well- pretty much it’s a highschool for super powered kids, where[nice][Nice!][?][look at the word count!][juveniles]they each can show off their special abilities and train to become pro heroes! Pro being taken literally there- they’re training to become professional heroes! It’s a really fun thing. Ah- and my character is Aito Takao! Takao’s a silly sort of character- kinda like a villain but she’s on the hero’s side in the end. She’s comic relief for when things get too heavy- mostly because she doesn’t care about what’s making everyone else all bummed out [laughter] yeah- she’s a really narcissistic character- but she’s funny so it’s ok.

Yes, my daughter read the manga that inspired Kimi no Hīrō Akademia, and she says that you guys are making a lot of changes- specifically to Takao?

Oh- yeah [laughter] we’re making a couple changes. Takao’s gonna have the same personality and stuff- don’t worry fans- but… you know, we’ll be adjusting a couple things to make Takao an easier role for me to play. He’ll be going by she/him pronouns for one-

She/Him pronouns?

-yeah! Takao’s gonna be genderfluid! For those who don’t know, there’s a ton of different ways to be genderfluid, but the way that I’m gonna portray Takao as- you know, the way I am- pretty much he’s gonna be kinda a little mix of boy and girl? Ah- it’s kinda hard to explain without getting into a lot of different topics, but- pretty much what the audience has to know is that you could refer to Takao with both he/him and she/her pronouns, and his uniform is gonna be both slacks and a skirt! [Ahhh! I just adore Ramos <333] [he’s just explaining gender presentation?][I KNOW!!!]

Alright, good to know! Anything else you think the fans would like to know about changes?

Yes actually! So- in the manga, both Takao’s parents are like, super dead [laughter] but! The writers thought it would be more fun to [nice] [juvenile][JUVENILE!!!] keep Takao’s mother alive, and be kinda ambiguous with his dad. I won’t go too much into it- but I think new and returning fans of the series are really gonna like it!

Perfect! Now, let’s talk more about you

Oh boy-

[laughter] Don’t worry Ramos- I just wanna learn a bit more about behind the scenes stuff. You’re just coming off Good Morning Nakamuras!, how would you describe the transition between Hanta Kobayashi and Aito Takao?

oh lord- [laughter] yeah yeah- there’s a lot of difference between the two. You can see it really prominently in the writing. Good Morning Nakamuras! was a family sitcom, so it was a lot of ‘someone says something’ ‘someone else says something’ ‘Hanta says something either funny or dumb’ and then a laugh track. Sometimes someone else would come after Hanta to carry the joke, but usually it was just that. [awe… I’m gonna miss Good Morning Nakamuras!] [same here, it was my mom’s favorite!] But with Takao, it’s a much faster pace. It’s just ‘someone says something’ and then immediately ‘Takao says something funny or dumb’ and then immediately back to ‘someone else says something’ and then ‘Takao says something funny or dumb.’ I-I don’t know if I’m explaining it well- it’s just that Takao talks all the time and always has something new or witty to say. He’s just a chatter box without a filter and- that’s kinda fun to do- I always get the final word and it’s always gonna get a laugh, you know? [have you guys seen the trailer yet?] [no, but my niece has! She’s really excited to see the premiere!!] [i have. it looks weird, but my brother is excited for it. his favorite is the blonde one i think]

There’s also the problem with the stunts, you know? Like- the worst of it on Nakamuras! was just the parts where I had to jump the fence, and even then it was just every couple of episodes. On KNHA I have to do all these cool fighting moves- and not to mention how deranged Takao is just… naturally [laughter] he’s just a very energetic guy with a fondness for climbing things- and people! Like you have no clue how tall someone is until your boss points at them and is like “hey, go climb them.” And you have to do it! The pro tip I’m gonna give people-climbers: it’s all in the legs [laughter] you just have to get your legs around them and pray that you don’t look as stupid as you feel. God- the worst part is when you’re climbing someone who's the same height as you! Hiroharu’s actor is about my height, and I have to climb him all the damn time. It feels like you’re gonna crush them, you know? Like you just have to be as light as possible and hope and pray that they can support you. And- and I know that he can, you know? Like me and him have the same personal trainer, and Kyo-San doesn’t do “easy” [laughter] I know that he can hold me, there’s just always that fear you know?

Oh definitely- and speaking of Hiroharu’s actor, we know you’re on the lower end of the age spectrum, do you think that affects how you all work together?

Oh no, definitely not! Yeah I’m younger than a lot of my coworkers, but not by much- 19, 20 in June. I mean I’m glad that I’m so young! Like I said- Hiroharu’s actor is about my height, and I’m like 173, and… you know… Hiroharu’s actor is over 21 I think- he sometimes offers to get drinks with us, so he’s definitely 21 and up- and I hear people stop growing after 18…

What? [laughter] What are your tying to say?

Oh my god wait- wait you can’t leave that in! I work with that guy! I can’t call him short in an interview before the show actually starts- ohh no! Oh god!

The average man’s height is 175!

Oh- ah I’m sure- I’m sure that-that’s true- oh my god-

I’m 174!

Oh my god we can’t leave this in! [laughter] oh my god- I’m sorry I just- I come from a tall family so sometimes I forget that- that you know people- oh my god we have to cut this out [laughter] [make sure to remove this bit] [awe! But it’s funny!!] [we’ll literally be sued if we don’t] [you two are no fun :(]

But yeah, age doesn’t really get in the way of things. We’re all good friends on set- especially Hoshizawa’s actor! Him and Shimoda-san are really cool guys, I love hanging out with them!

Shimoda-san? As in Kosuke Shimoda?

Yes! Shimoda-san plays Ikuto Maekawa, and since our characters are such great friends, I’d like to think we are as well! He’s a real fun guy, and I’m excited to work with such a huge talent- everyone- everyone there is so talented and I’m so lucky to be there.

Ah, speaking of talent. While a large portion of the cast is hidden, we have seen some familiar faces in the trailer. We’ve also seen some familiar faces on social media…

Oh my god-

[laughter] you never publicly addressed it, Ramos! Do you want to talk about your fight with Bryce Aoki?

Oh lord… [laughter] everyone’s so dramatic- so it wasn’t a fight- it’s just- ok so we had a little scene together where I would push him out of frame, but he wanted to still be seen and I was fine with that. Choreography is very important to me, so we had a passionate discussion-

Passionate discussion that ended with Aoki getting a black eye?

That- [laughter] that was an accident! I was- so we were practicing by the makeup desks- bad decision I know, but- stop looking at me like that! [laughter] It was just- we’re standing like we would in the scene, and I go to shove him- and- and I’m aiming for his head but- but maybe I accidentally hit his eye - and he absolutely wipes out, like this kid’s on the ground and I’m like “holy sh*t I just punched a kid” you know? [laughter] [she’s like, barely a year older than him…] but! Bryce is a sweetheart, and luckily he’s alright-

He got a black eye! He posted about it!

Oh he! He’s just a bit dramatic! He’s an actor though, it’s our jobs to be a bit looney [laughter]

Alright then, it seems we've run out of time for tonight. Anything you want to say?

Yes! I want to wish everyone a lovely evening! Thank you for the support! -And make sure to watch Kimi No Hīrō Akademia when it comes out this summer!

#Adding little editor’s notes by beloved <3 #knha actor au #knha // kimi no hero academia #bnha oc comback #aito takao

[porschemadness]

Quick Tips and Tricks to Buy a Cheap Porsche

We all want to buy a Porsche and buying a Porsche is one of the most expensive purchases you might ever make. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There are ways to buy a Porsche and not break the bank. Here we are and we’re going to show you how with these tips and tricks! We’ll also cover how you should prepare before going into a dealership to help you buy a cheap Porsche.

Before Buying a Car

The first thing you should do is budget–you can’t afford to buy a Porsche, so start there. Then ask yourself these frequently asked questions:

What kind of Porsche should I drive based on my lifestyle? What color does Porsche come in? Where are some places where I can find used Porsches near me? Can roof racks fit on 911 models from 1997 - 2002?

Drive around the city, or even one close by. Check for signs that say “Porsches For Sale”–those are usually the cheapest ones available because they’re secondhand! Consult with professionals like mechanics and Porsche specialists who may know more than the average person about these expensive vehicles. They might have some tricks up their sleeve that could help you purchase a cheaper vehicle in general.

How Much Does a Porsche Cost?

The price for new Porsches can vary depending on the model, but they’re definitely not cheap enough to warrant skipping out on some of these little checks that are important in buying any car no matter what brand! While there are some Porsche models that come in at the higher end of the price spectrum, such as a Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid ($150k), it’s not too difficult to find more affordable options. For example, a 2017 Boxster has an MSRP of $60K and for those with less spending power than others, this is a great option! There are lots of different factors to consider when buying any car and brand new Porsches will always be pricier because they have warranties while used ones do not.

Tips and Tricks to Buy a Cheap Porsche

Start with Your Dream Car

Find one that fits all of your needs but don’t think about buying it just yet! This will help you figure out what features are important to have in order for this vehicle to fit into your life.

Consider Necessary Factors

While making up this list, make sure you include things like gas mileage, insurance rates (especially if you’re going through an agent), resale value or trade back potential, and even color options down the line. If something isn’t on this list then it’s probably not as important as some of these other factors.

Take Note of What You Really Want

Make a list of the things that you absolutely cannot do without and put them in order to figure out which ones are more important such as safety features like airbags, ABS brakes or steering wheel locks because they can save your life! Once you have this list then start looking for used cars on websites such as Craigslist (or even eBay) from sellers who meet these criteria.

Don't Gauge Too Low

Be wary about buying a car with a history of accidents–it could be anything from water damage up through frame rot. If it’s not too expensive we suggest having an inspection done by someone at least before going ahead and signing any paperwork if possible.

Decide the Transmission Type

The next thing to keep in mind is the type of transmission: manual vs . automatic. Manual transmissions are easier to fix in the event of transmission failure and they’re cheaper to insure, but automatics offer more convenience for daily driving.

Check Out the Seat Wear Too

The seats can indicate a lot about how well cared for the car has been over its life span. If you have any doubt on whether or not it’s worth buying then hold off until you find one that is in better condition! You’ll save yourself lots of headaches when looking back later on down the line with regrets if necessary. For instance, faded seats could mean an improperly air-conditioned interior during hot days which means potential mold damage being left unchecked as time goes on.

Take It for a Spin

It is recommended to have multiple test drives so you know just how well it handles with your individual driving style.

Finally, make sure there is history available from either Carfax or Auto Check before going ahead and buying a used Porsche. If you have any doubt about whether or not it’s worth purchasing then hold off until you find one is in better condition!

Guides on How to Buy from a Dealer

Don't feel pressured when talking with a salesperson at the dealership; they're there to make their commission so be prepared to walk out if you're not getting a good vibe or show favoritism towards certain brands or models over others. Remember: it's all about YOU!

Be confident while negotiating prices because this puts the other party on their heels and they'll be more likely to give in. They might not give you their best offer at first but will eventually come around if you persist enough! You can also give them your budget and they can work out the maximum price.

Take a test drive of your potential car before you purchase it to make sure that everything is working properly! When buying a used car, remember: if it sounds too good to be true then there's probably something wrong with it or its history.

Always remember that the best time to buy your car is right before it’s about to expire on its registration or at the end of the month when dealerships are trying to clear their lot so be sure to keep an eye out for these times in order to get a better deal.

Finally! Know the Value of Your Trade

The first and most important thing to do is know what your trade in value will be. It’s not going to make sense if you buy a Porsche for $50,000 when it’s only worth that much because then you’re just wasting money on depreciation. Take some time calculating this number before anything else. If buying new make sure that all warranties have been sorted out before purchasing new because after purchase there is no return or refund policy unless it’s for something really serious like accidental damage.

Don’t wait until after purchase! When buying used cars always remember that sometimes there might be some hidden problems lurking under the surface. A thorough inspection by someone with experience will help avoid any issues arising later down the line but if this isn’t possible then give yourself plenty of room for repairs should anything go wrong. Don’t expect everything to be included in the price – extras such as servicing and insurance can quickly turn a cheap deal into an expensive one. I hope these tips help!

#Porsche #Porsche911 #Customizing A Porsche #Porsche Car #Porsche Wheels #Porsche Stories #911 Porsche #Porsche Madness #Porsche Madness Blog #Porsche USA

[inkrabbit]

Relaxing bath - Richard x GN!Reader (sorta 18+)

Oh, you loved days like these. When it was cloudy and cold outside; where your day off finally lines up with Richard's, and said man is hellbent on smothering you in attention and love. And who were you to deny him? You had woken up to his fingers dancing across your skin, and when you had finally opened your eyes, he was peppering kisses all over your face in an attempt to wake you up faster.

It had always made you laugh whenever he would act like this. Normally, he kept up that cold and professional front, but when it was just you two (and he wasn't bringing his work home with him), he was the definition of those cliché husbands you'd find in those romance movies. You couldn't complain though, he really did do his best. With his past always haunting him and a below-average knowledge on romance, you were always pleasantly surprised whenever he would make dinner for you two, or when he would simply leave out rose petals and lit candles for a sweet night together.

And today was the day for rose petals and candles. He woke you up by leaving soft kisses all over any area he could cover, and when you were fully awake and a giggling mess, he told you the plan he had for the day: first, you two would have the breakfast he made, followed by a relaxing bath. Then he was going to take you out to see a movie of your choice and follow that up with dinner at a restaurant that made your rent look so cheap. After all of that, he would be taking you to a special place for one last surprise. Where would you two be going? You didn't know, because he decided that it would also be a surprise.

So, after a few coaxing kisses, Richard had finally urged you out of bed and into the kitchen. And of course he had decided to make your favorite. What else did you expect? He had already planned out the entire day with things you could only dream of from a lover. You're not too surprised he had decided to make breakfast as well.

There wasn't too much talking while you two ate. Richard wasn't too big on making small talk, but he did reach over the table to hold your hand in his own, his thumb stroking over your knuckles. Even if he didn't talk, he still found ways to express his emotions to you.

When breakfast was done, he insisted on just leaving the dishes in the sink and that he would get to them later. It was unnatural for him to even suggest something like that, but he had seemed... almost anxious to get you into the bathroom. Of course you had started laughing when he told you he had wanted the bath to be taken together.

“If you wanted to see me nude that bad, you could've just asked!” Still, you had stood on the tips of your toes, pressing your lips against his.

“I suppose I just... wanted to spend some time relaxing with you,” You can tell his face is getting red, but he's doing a decent job in hiding it as he starts to slowly undress you. You supposed you could tease him about it later.

You had let the water start to run, turning it to the temperature you desired. You couldn't make it too hot, you knew Richard absolutely hated the heat, so you had tried to reach the middle grounds. If he cried about it, you figured you could always just add more cold water until he shut up.

To your surprise, however, he seemed fine with it. You supposed you had just finally found the happy temperature for you both. Richard slips into the bath first, legs spread to give you room to sit in front of him. Your back rests against his chest, the water sloshing just a bit as you adjust to a comfortable position. Richard's hands wrap around your body as you tilt your head back, settling it on his shoulder and letting your eyes slowly close. You could feel his steady breaths and how his chest rose and fell against your back, and if you concentrated hard enough, you could even feel his steady heartbeat.

His fingers rub soft circles on your hips, his lips leaving kisses on your shoulder and neck. Still, those hands of his are trailing up, up, up, until they're massaging your chest and his thumbs are running over your nipples. You wished you could've said you didn't see this coming, but you knew he had a habit of being handsy with you.

Tilting your head to the side, you catch his lips with your own, parting them and letting his tongue slip inside your mouth. He was always so gentle, and this was no exception. His hands soon left your chest, gliding down your body and massaging your thighs, his fingers getting dangerously close to your sex. One little buck of your hips had him chuckling softly, pulling back from your lips to grin at you. You had known what he was thinking.

“Let's wait,” you breathe, lips brushing against his. “until after your whole surprise.”

“Mmm fine.” He gives you a soft peck. “What movie did you want to see, anyway?”

“We'll see when we get there. I haven't looked.”

“I can always bring up the list; see what times they start so we can leave accordingly.”

#tppkinktober2021 #Richard Malik #gn!reader #Richard x gn!reader #sorta 18+ #no smut #y'all thought #but I'm lazy

[monster-bait]

Hi, do you have any tips for someone starting out who would like to make money off my own writing. I think I may use patreon, and self publish, I Mainly write Poto Leroux and would like to take request for original fiction, but I have a very small following and am put off sharing my work because I'm afraid not many people will see/read it. Sorry for the really long ask but if you have any tips and/or advise that would be greatly appreciated.

Oh wow, I don’t know where you guys got it into your heads that I’m any good at making money, lol!

Soooo...first off, I’m far from a publishing professional and I’ve only had my own Patreon up and running since September, so I’m a questionable authority at best. 

I can only speak to my own experience and schedule, and time tends to be my most limited commodity, so I put a lot of thought into considering what I was and was not willing to commit to my Patrons each month, and for how many patrons I was willing/able to make that commitment. My patrons are guaranteed to receive one (1) exclusive story between 5-10k words a month, in addition to exclusive viewership of my multi-chapter work. Since that’s not an insignificant time commitment, in addition to commissions, side projects, and real life responsibilities, ensuring I had an audience first was a priority, because it’s *not* a time commitment I’m willing to make for 3 people. (Even though I’d be supremely grateful to @thelampades and two others regardless. 😜)

Since you’re specifically asking about monetizing, I’ll be blunt: if you don’t put the work in to build a readership, you’re not going to see much financial return. Now, that’s absolutely not an indictment of your work. That’s simply the nature of commerce and marketing: people won’t buy what they don’t know exists. This is especially true for what they’re willing to pay for, particularity when fanfic is free. If transformative fanwork is what you’re writing, then you already know the market is crowded. 

I would ask yourself why you’re unwilling to share your work now, when you also want to make money from it. (I don’t mean give everything away for free, but presumably there’s going to be considerable overlap with the audience with whom you’re currently not sharing and the audience you eventually want to buy your work.)

If you search my #writing woes tag, I’ve answered questions previously on how to build and sustain a following, and that would be my advice, if it’s advice you’re seeking.

As far as self publishing goes...people self-publish for myriad reasons—because they have a pet passion that’s under-represented, because they’re trying to launch an authoring career, because they simply want to own a book on their shelf with their name on it, etc, so your experience will depend on your motivations. @jamiepage19 has self published an absolutely lovely bit of poto fiction, so she would be a good resource to whom you could reach out! 

If you’re seeking to self-publish to make money, be prepared to spend money. Everything costs money. Covers, formatting, editing, advertising. But! Again, it depends on your expectations for “making money”. 

If you’re interested in selling a dozen copies to family and friends, KDP is completely free. If you are bringing your own audience to the table, it might mitigate some of the advertising need. You can edit your own work, you can make your own cover from free-use stock images, and your investment is minimal. 

If you’re looking to enter the realm of author as a career, it isn’t. The average spend for a self-published author is about $2k/book, including edits, cover, ISBN numbers if you’re selling anywhere other than KDP, and ad campaigns. 

I will say, if it’s fanwork you'd be publishing, because its so niche you’d have an easier time finding readership than authors of broad categories like murder mysteries or fantasy romance (OMG, I’m going to sell 3 books, what is wrong with meeeeeeeeeeee 😭) *Ahem.* People who read niche fiction tend to browse the whole list of offerings, so there’s that. But again...with writers like, say, Michelle Rodriguez out there, a known quantity with multiple POTO works and followers, the main thing separating someone from buying your book is going to be the unknown factor.

Bottom line: you’ve got to put yourself out there. It’s never easy to share something you’ve created, because it’s personal and it hurts to have it be overlooked or ignored or criticized, but that’s the nature of the beast. *Especially* if you want to monetize it. People should keep their opinions to themselves and move along with fanfic; if it’s something they’ve paid for? They have the right to pick it apart and review it and that means growing a relatively thick skin as a creator.

If you want to write original fiction, start doing it. Create a Writeblr side-blog to share, if you want to move away from the fandom aspect. If you’re asking me how to start writing original work, you just need to take a breath and do it. I left the poto fandom and fanwork in general about 2 years ago and I’ve never looked back or felt the need to, so don’t feel like you’re locked in place. There IS life after fandom, I promise.

(I could honestly write a small book about planning and executing a launch, because that’s actually what I did in my day job and it really grinds my gears the way people can be so utterly clueless in assuming they can flip on a light switch and the whole world will know about it...there are entire departments dedicated to product launches in every retailer in the world, so if/when you get to that point, feel free to ask questions!)

My advice is to start sharing! Not sharing because you’re worried about your writing being overlooked and then jumping to monetizing seems like a sure-fire way to become discouraged over a lukewarm reception. (Patreon has its own pitfalls to be prepared for even without the question of ‘will people find me’ looming over it.) Build a readership, even if it’s a small one. Small and loyal is just as important as large and transient. Keep your readership. Work on making you writing the best it can be. And good luck! Please don’t be afraid to hit me up again...I’d love a progress report, and I always reblog work I’m tagged in on my Bookshelf page.

Check out my #writing woes tag for more typo-riddled writing advice-type posts on navigating Tumblr as a creator and building an engaged audience!

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