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zutarasbuff · 2 months

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I watched the Netflix adaptation of ATLA today and being a hardcore fan of the OG series who knows every nook and cranny of the ATLA world, here’s my unbiased and truly honest review (It contains both the negatives and positives of the series, so dear reader please enter to read at your own risk).

Firstly, let’s talk about the wonderful additions to the already magical world of ATLA.

1. The depth of the genocide

Well, I always wanted to know how the air nomads were suddenly wiped out and how it would have been for them? Why didn’t they resist? I got my answers in the first episode where we explore how the unhinged power of the comet was “actually” used to create a genocide on a massive level. Before that, I had only heard about it in the OG series. Those few scenes were so powerful that they had left me sobbing uncontrollably and Gyatso’s concern regarding Aang had me bawling.

2. Suki’s Characterization

In the OG series, we do find our Suki the fiercest warrior, but here in the live action, she’s an absolute goddess. She is perfect in every sense. She understands the responsibilities she has being a non-bender and is fearless. Her character is what I believe to be was the strongest one of all.

3. Graphics & Music

We never talk about a film by M.Night (that didn’t happen), but this one is really a visual treat for you can readily set yourself up for some mind-blowing bending scenes, plus the fight scenes are quite impressive. It seems that the VFX team had really done their homework this time. Plus, both Momo and Appa are so freaking cute. I loved the fluffy Appa. Good work over there. The revival of the OG theme is also a highlight plus the sun warriors’ chanting in the end is given a new but intriguing twist. The background music especially in scenes where Aang unravels his Avatar powers is mystical in every aspect.

4. Life in motion

I don’t know about others, but I have always been a sucker for animation as well as live-action where characters are operating even in the direst of the circumstances. Life is there and even after they know what happened a hundred years ago, they are still trying to believe and regain their past confidence. This is beautifully portrayed and I was very much impressed by the way people are continuing their day-to-day activities even in the middle of a crisis.

Overall, the series serves the purpose of an adaptation carrying its unique colors (at least better than the previous live-action disaster that didn’t happen).

Now let’s move to the bad side, and when I say it’s honestly what I felt, you need to take my word on it being a hardcore Atla fan.

1. Weak writing & lots of exposition

ATLA remains at a 9.2 IMDB rating even after years because of its writing, strong plot, and very few plot holes. This time, the writers are the real amateur ones. Despite addicting more to the already flourishing universe of ATLA, sadly, they killed the quest of the viewer to find answers. There is too much exposition. It seems that every character just wants to see the end of the war and keeps on revealing things after things. Plus, some of the OG moments that were the soul of the series are not even included. The way Aang finds Momo and then decides to keep it with him as a last remnant of their bygone air nomad civilization is nowhere to be found. In fact, the replacement of Roku with Kyoshi is the biggest disappointment. I love Kyoshi like no one else but that was unnecessary as per the cycle.

2. Bland acting

Even the worst writing shots can be digested only if the acting appears real good. Sadly, this is another issue that I found with the NETFLIXED version. No doubt the characters must have done a lot of hard work for this, yet, they lack the expressive power. Gordon as Aang is super cute but the goofiness is not even there. Katara seems a nerd who doesn’t like to talk much even when it’s necessary and Sokka’s jokes are forced. Meanwhile, Dallas seems to save the day at one point, but again his over-the-top angry young man attitude ruins it for me. Maybe the actors will learn from the criticism in the upcoming season (if Netflix plans to go with it).

3. Major changes

Yes, it’s okay to change the narrative while you are working on an adaptation, but targeting the loyal viewers who are OG fans of ATLA means that you have to be very careful when you are trying to implement your changes in scenes that are the real soul of the OG. You can’t change the Omashu myth as if it’s nothing when we actually see even the cute animated version of the folklore. You cannot portray Roku more as a perpetrator of the genocide and Bumi as the evil king when in truth he’s the mad king who’s known for his genius ways of teaching. I hated that. Plus, reducing Zhao’s authority and taking Uncle Iroh’s sarcastic attitude is just meh. Mai again doesn’t even seem perfect as a cast. Jet is good as far as the aesthetics are concerned but Jet being in Omashu doesn’t even sit right with me. The amalgamation of multiple storylines creates so much confusion and this persists till the end.

4. Bending at convenience

We all know how Katara’s bending progressed throughout the first season and it’s little effort each day. However, in series, one day she’s unable to bend even a droplet of water and the next day she is capable of producing ice crystals. This was unacceptable for me because I was anticipating her learning strategies. Besides, Aang doesn’t learn much water bending throughout this season and in the end, it’s him being the savior in Avatar state. Thoughtless bending sucks despite the great VFX and that’s one thing at which you can’t convince me otherwise.

5. Forced friendships

We all know how it took some time for Sokka to embrace Aang as a chum. However, here Sokka keeps on calling him “the kid” and remains mostly alienated from Aang. Talking to Katara, then she also seems more interested in helping Avatar fulfill his goal than being with a friend. I hated the scene where Aang comes into the Avatar state and instead of hugging him just like in the OG series, Katara runs along Sokka and keeps on calling his name. How is that going to build any organic friendship? I think the first mistake began right from the very moment when Aang was taken back to Wolf Cove on a boat in his unconscious state. Upon opening his eyes, the first person he finds near him is neither Katara nor Sokka but a tribesman who’s playing guessing games. Writers were really high when they wrote that.

6. Lack of the four nations’ biodiversity

Maybe in live action, it’s difficult to create all the marvels of the four nations when we talk about their natural biodiversity. In the OG series, it is indicated by Aang that even after 112 years, he has still not forgotten the animals that define different regions in the four kingdoms and that’s exactly why he wants to finish those “important tasks” alongside saving the world. His important tasks included keeping a check on the natural biodiversity of the lands and exploring whether the Hundred Years’ War had not damaged the majestic animals. Actually, his first dialogue right after regaining consciousness is to go for an otter penguin’s ride with Katara. When I thought about that I felt that somewhere in Aang’s mind he was always connected to nature and that’s why he wanted to regain that connection by being an avatar. Sadly we never see much of the biodiversity but I hoped that maybe they will.

Also, how come Aang had that silent whistle for one hundred years when in the series he only discovers that accidentally? I missed the OG Yip Yip for our Appa. There are lots and lots of problems with the Netflix version, and no I am not being a nitpicker. I appreciate how the current creators credited the original ones, but now I know why Bryan and Michael bade farewell to this project. On a scale of 10, it’s a 4 for me or 4.5 if I am being too generous.

If I am asked to review the live action in a single line, I would only say this:

“The Netflixed ATLA makes you go back to the OG series and you end up watching the animation to give your mind a much-needed respite from a carefully crafted artistic disaster aimed at the sensationalized generation.”

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ramshacklerumble · 2 months

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1, 2 and 9 for the ask game!

1. Do you have a song that represents your OC, if so why?

i have a playlist for gia and while i have quite a few songs that i feel deeply resonate with them— a lot of them i wanna save for full blown pieces— so i went with ‘your new home’ for this ask because it’s got that exact:

THE SITUATION IS BEGINNING TO REGISTER. I CANNOT GET OUT OF THIS AND I AM EXPECTED TO DEAL. IT ALL FEELS UNREAL TO ME, BUT I BIT MYSELF EARLIER AND IT HURT, SO THERE’S THAT.

vibe i really like for gia. a comedy is only a tragedy from the character’s perspective.

2. Who is your OC’s closest platonic friend?

this one sounds kinda like a given, since gia is a yuusona, but grim is quite the pivotal thumbtack holding up gia’s life.

somewhat adjacent to the question before, gia is having something of an existential crisis in twisted wonderland. they don’t know what to do and they don’t know what to make of it. but very quickly grim gives them a lifeline to they latch onto. grim’s dream to become a great mage becomes gia’s passion project and this essentially pushes gia through day by day. (BEFORE they start becoming power hungry but that’s another conversat—)

they lean into the whole ‘henchperson’ delusion grim has going on, often asking grim what he wants to do next despite this normally being the worst action to take or simply going along with whatever he feels like doing so long as it’s not actively sabotaging his chance at graduation.

he’s a pain in the neck and he seems to take gia very much for granted, but gia comes to care deeply for grim. they eventually approach crowley to postpone sending them home— not that gia had any faith this was anywhere on the headmage’s to-do list— in order to make sure grim is able to complete his studies. they don’t tell this to their friends for a good while as they don’t like the idea of having to explain why this is.

anyway, grim is also the starting reason as to why gia begins seriously delving into studying magic for themself. if grim is to become a mage, then it falls on gia to make sure they’re not dragging him behind.

9. Who is their favorite staff member? Why?

the shadow isn't canon but it's canon in my heart

"favorite staff member" is a bit of a stretch. gia has had issues with most adults since before stepping foot in night raven college and when the school’s student body issues start to becoming a reoccurring theme in gia’s life, they become even more bitter and distrustful of them. they’ve come to see them as generally useless, if not outright nuisances.

sam is the exception to the rule.

the dynamic is delightfully transactional. he gets them whatever they need if they have the thaumarks for it and he’ll even turn a blind eye when he obviously knows what they’re buying is for projects no responsible school faculty member should be enabling. he doesn’t ask questions and he has what they’re looking for. frankly, that’s all they need sam to be.

thank you for the ask!! this is really fun to work on as a break from all the other stuff i’m working on, haha. more asks or wanna get some yourself? here!

#i really fucking love that last sketch #i’ve got a few asks thank you so much ill be chipping away at those in my free time #twst #twisted wonderland #disney twst #twst oc #oc ask game #twst asks #yuusona #twst grim #twst sam #twisted wonderland oc #gia yugo #gar’s oc #gar’s art #oathofoaks

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krewekreep · 5 months

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JJK Headcanons: Suit & Tie Edition

Word count: A lot I wrote this on Mobile. (Would love if somebody comments the word count for me lol)

Summary: JJK as Professionals/Corporate Boys + as BFs ((randomly began to rate them on a scale of 10, this post is really for my amusement—I hope you enjoy!!)) (I’ll update this over time to include all male JJK characters and more details, just really a random thought post), #activepost. (Will also likely end up lengthy so)

Hiromi: Lawyer

Of Course Hiromi would continue his work as a public defense attorney. He’s considerate but neurotic. Fair but cautious. And has a strong sense of principles that make his job perfect for him but also perfect for his various neurosis to fester and continue depressing this overwhelmed man.

As a Partner: At the point Hiromi (probably a mid life crisis) really realizes he’d like a relationship he’d be the guy that has everything planned out in his head but fails miserably somehow. He’s so analytical and emotional (his consideration of others not really the expression of emotion) and would end up a worry wart of sorts about being up to par with whatever imaginary standards he’s projected onto you. Less so than reassurance, you’d just be incline to remind him he doesn’t need to go above and beyond or have super grand gestures to be impressive. Likewise he’d want to communicate (maybe too much) once a conflict or issue occurred and I can see him likely being a bit overbearing with “You okay? Are you realllyyy okay??? You sureeee???” Along with literal hour long sit downs after arguments or disagreements. You end up feeling he can get parental but find him a good balance or synergy to your possibly avoidant or passive (I just end up shutting up completely lmao) conflict style. He’d work way too much in the beginning and maybe even have a moment of conflict with you about it but will level out with time as you will be his literal priority and focus. Diligent and upstanding he’s (in my taste) a 7-8/10. (I’d get immediately tired of his work schedule cause I’m “clingy”)

Nanami: Doctor

While Nanami is canonically coded as an overworked salary man I think in another universe he’s the perfect doctor. Similar to Hiromi but a bit more stoic and willing to work pass his limits. He’s the type to really be working triple, quadruple shifts off nothing but caffeine and the smiles of his patients. I think he’d be a pediatrician, dentist, or the perfect primary care physician. I see him being a talented medical student that actually does it for the love of the work. He’s the doctor everyone has the hugest crush on but are too intimidated to speak to—and who is also assumed to obviously be claimed cause who wouldn’t.

As a Partner: Kento would absolutely have the worst schedule. He’s genuinely, (probably neurotically), earnest and diligent. His patients’ care is his only concern and you would end up finding his work reputation as an anti social coworker pretty incongruent to the yeah quiet, sometimes intimidating but overwhelmingly kind and considerate man. Of course you become his “special” patient (whether you meet him as his patient or outside of work) and you begin to cutely annoy him by always being sick and needing to be seen only by him. He’ll honestly at first find it lightly irritating as a distraction but will realize how his shoulders ease and his breath steadies when he calms at your presence. As a man of a few words, and literally hands on as a health practitioner, he will communicate his love with actions and gifts. You’re surprised at work or date out with your friends with flowers and a note. Or he tells you he doesn’t want you inside all day and left his card on the nightstand. “Buy something for me ;).” How he only is ever cute or flirty in texts, and a shy even bubbling big guy who flushes red when you kiss him on the cheek. He’s the guy the upper admin want to promote but then will be even more unavailable so he doesn’t tell you about it. And at a work dinner when his coworker comments on it, lowers his head in shame for keeping it from you. In an argument, whether he feels right or wrong, he just wants you to calm down. Hate to psychoanalyze but Nanami gives the vibe he overprotects because he wasn’t protected and/or saw those he cared about hurt terribly and that those he treasures he’s pained to see disturbed in any way. So no he doesn’t want to see you mad and rightfully so he doesn’t know how to communicate he wants MORE time with you not less…and how he actually found a better job with better pay in another state so… “Y/N? Absolutely I was wrong to hold it from you…but now that I told you my other plans…would you…” (lmao I’m trolling I’m so sorry). Overall if he drops everything for me he’s a 10/10 cause he’s also my first JJK Husbando anyway blep) Strong, big, and SILENT!

Suguru: Political Consultant

Pre & Post Kenjaku Geto would be someone ending up in politics. Everyone wants to save him and give him his little tattoo shop but this man (of course once any incredibly negative event would happen cause he’s very emo coded) would be at think tanks and conferences and Capital Hill. While not sinister he’s a good bit mischievous (and messy). He’d love it for the sheer drama and mess and blackmail. He’d love how easy it would be to orchestrate against his enemies for whatever his “grand ideas” are…in reality he’s the worst (best) type of personality because he would never be “neutral,” he’d simply let it be known his “side” is whichever and whoever advances his desires. And his allegiances WILL change. He’d be the political actor in all those official photos no one really knows and that’s the point. (damn he’s just inspired a Scandal TV Show AU)

As a Partner: Boy…you better be the most apolitical person ever, devious as all hell, or truly ready to be his simp in all regards. This man will be everywhere but home. He WILL miss dates, I’m so sorry! (Even if he was jobless he’d somehow be late or miss a date and nobody can convince me otherwise.) You’d go to truly bewildering events in terms of scope and breadth of wealth, access, and political influence. As an Aquarius (real life shade too I’m sorry again) he’d be so two faced! You’d hear him drag for someone BAD and then upon meeting them realize THEY think he’s their BEST FRIEND. I’m sorry Geto is messy coded to me and you’d have to be down for being a hater at Dawn. (We’d work as friends not lovers cause I wake up and hate.) He’d spoil you monetarily from the beginning so it’s up to you if you accept them even if their very obligatory feeling. Otherwise, I see him being impressed by your ability to challenge him, call him out, or deny him. He TELLS you you’re going to be his date to an event but maybe he was way too flirty with one of his peers and thought you didn’t notice? He’s left outside in his bespoke suit with happy flowers and a sour face. 😂 BUT, he’ll weirdly respect (even possibly turned on.) Depending on how you play it he’ll be the guy who just won’t leave you alone and loves to bother you into a reaction for his amusement—or (if you decide to simp) a guy who’ll definitely see how far you’ll let him go. He’ll flirt with everyone and openly lightly disrespect you cause honestly he’s likely encountered enough simps before. Yet, the fact it’s out of pure emotion and want for him rather than money or prestige will make him feel guilty and he’ll SLOWLY but EVENTUALLY be a good partner holistically. Even to the degree he’ll break “character” upon any disrespect or unsavory comment made towards you. Politically—(I know for me I’d kill him probably) since he’d be a “only here for my own best and vested interests,” maybe you’d think hard on his principles. Maybe you’d confront him about how his “neutrality” is selfish and he should be able to stand on something and stick to it! Then maybe he’ll just simply bring out a laptop you’ve never seen before, type in a few things facing away from you, and show you terrabytes of collected info on everyone across the spectrum…maybe he’d then sit there bored as you scream “REALLY? NO WAY?? NOT HER??? Okay well I felt like he’d do something like tha….OH EWWWWW.” And scoffs to himself thinking “and that’s only what I know won’t make you throw up…” All in all I see TRUST and sincerity being the biggest dealbreaker given (and it’s fair) to feel like he’s fake with you or unsure of his feelings. But…the way he gets in bed and private lets you accept his real feelings for you. He’s a 6/10 because the flirting would KILL ME. And he’s technically my second and half JJK Husbando. Grown him would still be menace regardless of Kenjaku.

Satoru: Sports Manager/Finance

Now Satoru would either be the nepo baby that abandons it all or the nepo baby that reluctantly accepts his role at his family conglomerate. If he gets his way: I see Satoru as a sports manager. He’s a people person, athletic, and would care about the young athletes in the industry. If we convert the students of Jujutsu to athletes I definitely see him being one of the managers representing the most Olympians and medaled performers. He’s hot in his shades and open shirt suits with his iPhone against his ear and his blackberry in his hand texting off a contract or something…(Sports Manager AU coming up :/)

Now if he accepts his role at his family conglomerate he’s the CEO of an old money finance firm. He hates his life and his job and hates his responsibilities. It would be closer to his feelings of burden in the story cause he’s well off and well respected but it’s because he was born to be, so it’ll be a job of obligation. Yet, he’d definitely be a philanthropist and own a charity. He’d hate (but understand) the criticism so he’d just shrug and do the most he can. He’s the type to stay single (or marry a few times) but adopt and of course Megumi, Yuuji, and Nobara are his kids. He does conferences and speaks at events and otherwise is one of those “good” billionaires. (I’d give him a hard time about where his money comes from while telling him what color Birkin I want…cause duality…)

As a Partner: Sports Manager Satoru will not be as free and it’s likely upon cementing a committed relationship you’ll travel with him across the world. I don’t see Satoru being the kind of guy who can do LONG distance or long period of time without physically being near his partner. You’d be the wife without a ring (only for a short time, he’s definitely a “if you’re down I’m down and I love you so let’s get this show on the road” type man. He’s the kind to wait to find the right one but you’ll be a bit annoyed at how many possible “right ones” are floating around in the world. He’ll chuckle sheepishly cause every event lurks an ex somewhere. Whether for a week or a couple years—and you fight seething next to him as you take a long gulp of the alcohol in your glass. How it gets to you beyond jealousy that maybe he’s a lover boy and not retired yet? How you want to never be a numbered ex in an irritatingly lengthy list… “Did you really have to give ALL of them the partner title?” You say as you cross your arms and huff in a pout. Satoru’s the kind to always wanna laugh or kiss conflict away, usually it worked but not now. “Babe…,” he moves closer to you to which you move farther from him. “Babe…? Please?” When he has to get serious and you’re being avoidant or passive then he’s the manager everyone fears for his easy ferocity. Now your held down with no choice but to face his peering blue eyes. “Hey…I know my…past upsets you. I mean…shit it kinda upsets me too.” The scowl on your face makes him shake out of his intensity to clean up the sentence: “No I mean, I wish I knew how to love better…I wasted a lot of time and energy…and other people’s time and energy…so for what’s it worth I’m trying and we are in it for the long haul, kid.” No matter your age, he’ll clock your immaturity cutely. Big spender, pretty obvious. Lover boy, who you’ll have to keep an eye on solely for the women who will try you. You end up being at every game and rumored an athletes partner until Toru gets proper mad (extremely jealous he’s not getting the shipping attention and it’s his partner!) and will pop the question at a championship game or whatever. I see a regular fun but albeit stressful travel induced relationship. But one with a thousand memories and fun. Although (please don’t cut me) Gojo isn’t my type at all I don’t know why—he’s def still a 9/10. I can accept dealing with exes and others if you’re ACTUALLY devoted to ME.

Finance Bro Toru: This will not be an openly happy and likely extravagant or extraverted Satoru. This one would be cold and reclusive. It’s likely you only end up on a date with him because he weirdly keeps seeing you on the metro or at his coffee shop or at his favorite lounge. It’ll be nothing to him but he’ll slowly (likely having nothing better to do and being distant from others) people watch doing his best to not accept he only ever watches you. It becomes his break from pressing matters that don’t matter at all to him. How simple but frenzied you are and how you overapologize for knocking over something. How you debated out loud if it was worth asking the Barista to correct your order, then giving up upon mumbling “Oh everyone is so stressed nowadays it’s fine. I’ll just drink it.” How you bristle thinking the man behind you just laughed at you…but how silly that must be to assume on a random man. How he’ll play with his watch and phone outside the shop waiting on you. How he grows impatient and stomps his foot too used to ordering people around and having folks at his beck and call. He’ll cough loudly as you pass by and since you pay him no mind weirdly jogs to catch up to you. “Uh, hey! Hi…Hello,” this dude is weird what does he want. “I—I,” eh he’s cute but…has a stuttering problem? “Yeah guy? What’s up? My train leaves in ten minutes and I got a thirty minute walk before I even get there.” How he doesn’t know how to keep up and finds you abrasive. “I just wanted to ask if you’d like to eat somewhere with me? NOT right now…of course…aha.” You look over the admittedly stunning obvious investor type with consideration. “I thought you had somewhere to be?” He teases. “Oh I do! But…the event I had to get to in ten minutes started an hour ago…lol. I think they’ve accepted my absence by now.” And the both of you would stand awkwardly for like 3-5 good minutes. “So,” you both speak. “Ah you can go sorry about that,” Toru throws. “Well…where you wanna go eat?” And Boom Satoru’s forgotten the seven meetings for today. At first thinking if anything this beautiful stranger can give me a good day. Then when he realizes he’s a late 20 something with no real social life or sense of fun so now you’re damn near seeing him whenever he can. And he’ll love to sneak off to your shabby apartment where his people won’t think to look. “Toru don’t you have a literal meeting with Wells Fargo?” He’ll sour any time you mention work. “Do I have to go to serve a real purpose or just fill in a seat and say yes to whatever they propose?” Well he ate that tbh. So you let him continue eating his Deli sandwich and watching the Bear. Once he loves you he will not even entertain the debate of leaving you because of his role. If anything he’ll propose (albeit inappropriately) at an elite event for the sole sake of making everyone mad. You want to be sure he’s with you for you and not to prove a point or be a “bad boy” and all he does is call up his best friend Suguru in DC and Shoko in Seattle to tell you about how truly terrible your man was as a youth. If anything you bring him back to the source of his actual personality. So you realize this old geezer is actually a retired trouble maker and is absolutely in love with you and getting you both in “trouble.” Easily one of the biggest spenders but deeply intimate so it’ll go either way. He could just be the guy that buys you exactly what you want when you want or the guy that yeah buys you a Rolex without blinking but makes you open ten boxes from huge to miniature all as a gag as he can’t stop laughing at your disappointment. Upon getting to the Rolex he waits for the scream and jumping into his arms. He’ll be a little shitty pervert once you’re in his arms though. 7/10 only cause I romanticized it ALOT but I hate the Uber wealthy and that lifestyle. Plus he’d be much harder to warm up and likely be someone YOU really want to be with tbh😭 AND he’d likely be a victim of a VERY small worldview so unless you code it like dumb rich man meets the real world he’d be insufferable.

Yuuji: Construction Firm CEO/Estate Broker

Yuuji would do construction. Don’t know why he just seems the type…(actually I watch Selling Sunset). He’s less a real estate agent and more an owner of a large estate development firm. If Yuuji ever would decide a life where every day is suits and ties…he’s gonna forgo the tie and remain open shirt to almost an inappropriate degree…he’ll always get requests for “personal” tours but ruins it getting lost in over explaining permitting and how difficult it was to get city approval for zoning. He has the perfect personality for it as it’s an active, hands-on job that’s still people based but also creative. Yuuji is someone who would need a holistically fulfilling job and I think the energy of real estate development is very him.

As a Partner: Full Blown Unintentional Love Bomber. I hate to say it but Yuuji is absolutely someone to fall and fall WAY too hard. I don’t see him being aggressive or forceful but he will appear wherever you are. He’s a well connected, well respected, wealthy man it’s not weird for him to end up at the parties you end at up either. It’s stranger for you to be there but whether you are in his field or of a professional career, a client or someone who just meets him, Yuuji will be the kind to sweep you off your feet. While it’s likely you won’t always physically be around him or able to—he’s the kind to have you on the phone throughout his work day, all day. “Yeah I mean again it was right for you to tell your boss you can’t do someone elses—DIDNT I SAY A DIFFERENT STYLE OF BACKWASH! Portion of the work? If they know there’s gonna be a big client coming then they should’ve—TODO CALL ABOUT THE PERMITS BEFORE I LOSE MY FUCKING MIND!!! Made sure everyone did their portfolio and presentations…do you need me to call up there? You know I know…”(insert CEO you don’t even know of your company’s Name Here lmao). It would all depend on you if how hard he loves is perfect or off putting. He’d love very publicly but would respect your request for reduced or no PDA. He’d just be so happy he has someone tbh. And someone who wants what he wants in a long term, committed way. He’s a lover boy but only in the sense he wants to truly give his heart to someone and take care of someone else’s. Big spender, big protector, big my girl said I can’t come so *shrugs*, very much a “stop telling me how much something is…numbers annoy me, here” and now you got his black card realness. In conflict he will force you into his arms and make sure you scream, cry, and whatever else ;) it all out. You get annoyed he refuses to argue with you and will literally fall silent. How he tells you everyone gets frustrated but he just can’t get frustrated with you as he leaves you for work with a kiss on the forehead. How you get a heat building in your stomach and suddenly want to shop for kid’s clothes. Upon marriage and/or creating a family Yuuji calls Megumi up to design a couple houses. “A couple houses??? We only need one Yu…” You can’t contain your laughter. “One? That is absolutely not enough. We are going to have two family homes—you decide where. You’re gonna have your own condo when you want time to yourself and—babe you know me…thinking of houses for the babies…” meanwhile nobody is pregnant. But you hold your stomach instinctively for some reason. How fatherly and intense made your initial reaction become: “Sure! I mean…how many houses we thinking…?” You chuckle nervously, to which Yuuji just tells Megumi they’ll speak later and rises from his seat towards you. “I don’t know, but for sure one has to look like me and one has to look like you…so what we gonna do about that? Guess we’ll have to keep em coming till that happens, no?” 10/10 I’m so “one and done” like? I do NOT feel like dating 😂

Megumi: Architect/Engineer

I debated whether he would be an Architect or Engineer but if we ever learn their favorite subjects we’ll know if he’s STEM-brained or more humanities based. Either way he’ll do something that’s still creative but methodical. Like Yuuji he’d need full stimulation from his job and I think of course he’d be Yuuji’s business partner who designs the buildings. Likewise a job with purpose and long lasting impact. He’s definitely about sustainability and would incorporate nature similar to Japanese architects like Sou Fujimoto (utilizes unconventional shapes and literal nature) and Kengo Kuma (utilizes shape and literal environment by means of aesthetic cohesion to the surroundings xyz I had to look it up and simplify it 😭💕).

Otherwise he’s some kind of engineer (I’m more humanities so forgive how bad I summarize). Rather than unfamiliar, I’m moreso unsure of which kind of engineering would suit him “the most” but I find of course he’d likely be an industrial, civil, or architectural engineer. He’d want to be useful and in every sense not waste his time or his energy. Maybe a concentration in environmental engineering specifically just cause I see him having a mindset of sustainability and community.

As a Partner: Openly neurotic and pathological about his work so be ready for that kind of man. Will absolutely get mad if you interrupt him working but knowing it’s a him thing will feel guilty about ghosting you for a week…so will continue to ghost you. You’ll have be angry, sad, or simping enough to endure Megumi. He’s definitely introverted and because of the insular nature of his work will be a human black cat. He’ll want his pets when he wants them, cuddles when he wants them, distance when he wants it, etc. You’ll have be used to or okay with someone who may not talk the entire day. Even if he’s not working, I see Megumi just being someone who can and will revel in peace and silence. If you relate that’s perfect and you’ll be two cats in a burrito blanket. If not, he’ll REALLY have to like you to like your possibly disruptive or hyper active nature. And may not be able to appreciate you until you meet Yuuji and Nobara and others. He’ll realize “Yeah, it’s me” realizing just like with everyone else he grew to care about he has to be open and fair and patient. All of a sudden he chuckles more at your dumb jokes or clumsy nature. As a professional, whether it be conferences or grants or fellowships Megumi will end up sought after and very busy. Likely the weight of academics and infrastructure will be visible in his pronounced dark eyes so it’ll take time for him to break out of accepting being overburdened and overworked but your trips to the beach, your propensity to miss deadlines and laugh it off, the way you went to class or work hung over and had an amazing day…he takes it all in and so maybe he won’t accept or feel pressured to do this or that or work overtime on this or help someone with that…he’ll learn how to “overwork” his own way and once he’s consulting with cities on infrastructural improvements and visiting more schools seeing little kids projects on space and noodle bridges he’ll remember how fun what he does is and will kiss you the most passionate he ever has when he gets home. How his hand rests on your stomach and rubs it lightly. “Meg (his albeit reluctantly accepted nickname) your so flirty tonight?! What’s up with you?” He’ll say nothing as he leans into the crook of your neck and breaths. He doesn’t think he’s a charmer but that’s what makes him all the more dreamy to you. How you never could question his sincerity since he’s the living embodiment of it, so how when he wants you—really wants you…it’s easy to lean into him and let him drift your bodies to your bedroom. Empty introverted all up on you cat boy Megumi: 10/10. The functionality of the relationship is a strong 3/10 because he will not prioritize the relationship for a number of MONTHS. He’s a workaholic introvert who is an engineer…whether graduate student, Ph.D, Instructor, or seasoned professional he’s def gonna be hard to deal with. Likewise you’ll have to be really strict with him about replying to you cause he’ll just…not do it. He’ll answer in his head and hope it gets to you…so once you threaten a breakup if he goes a day ever again without replying to you…he’s incredibly responsive and kicks himself at all the day to day conversation he missed out on…so he’ll make up for it.

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♧ 𝓑𝓮𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓭 𝓪 𝓟𝓻𝓮𝓽𝓽𝔂 𝓜𝓪𝓼𝓴 ♧

CO-WRITTEN WITH: @heiayen EVENT HOSTED BY: @soleillunne

SYNOPSIS:

Being a spy has its own set of challenges. Being a spy for a vigilante group, in a nation ruled by corrupt officials that dare to usurp the rightful authority of governance, is at an entirely different level of difficulty. You decided to accept the job of spying on a pretty boy from Inazuma, suspected to be a threat for being an accomplice with a dangerous diplomat from Snezhnaya whom was also an exile from your own nation. Due to your own hubris, you may have just earned a new archnemesis.

ENTRY TYPE: Event Submission, GN!Reader

WARNING(S): fight scene with a bit of blood, descriptive violence, degrading language, etc...

CHARACTER: Scaramouche

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Curse the gods and curse the heavens, this was the last time you signed yourself up for a bigger job! A political affair, maybe something bigger—Inazuma’s most important politician’s son is possibly colluding with one of Snezhnaya’s worst politicians. No one knew why and to make it worse, there was quite the chance whatever they were planning was in one way or another related to the very nation you lived in for years now: Sumeru. Frankly, it was a mess...

…and somehow, you managed to put yourself in the middle of it.

Everyone got concerned when Alhaitham first brought the news to light because no one knew what it would mean for Sumeru. The rulers here were not to be trusted, willing to do gods know what for their own gain. That was also why this group got created, to stand against them and fight for what was right. You offered to spy on him and, yes, you were greeted with objections from Nilou and Cyno— both claiming it would be too dangerous for you. However, in the end, you got the green light.

—and, oh, how bad of an idea it was.

Scaramouche had perfected the act of a corrupt politician's innocent son who did no wrong, and could not be judged by his mother’s crimes when he has proven to be different. He was polite to others, always with a gentle expression on his face. When you first started the job, you could not even believe that this man could possibly be planning something terrible.

Most importantly, he was really pretty.

You knew it should not matter to you, no; but you seriously could not believe someone with a face like his could be a bad person. Then again, they do say not to trust a pretty face.

Ignoring your inner crisis, the job was not that bad at first. Yes, it was pricey because Scaramouche was often a guest of expensive places; and you therefore got the chance to eat expensive food, drinks and just enjoy the life of luxury. It was not with your money either, because all of that was covered under mission expenses by Alhaitham. He did scold you to not order dishes that are too expensive, or you will be the one paying for them. You listened because you knew he absolutely meant it. Still, it was great to enjoy the life of the rich for once. Obviously, it was not all that pretty every time; and sometimes, you would just spend hours walking around with your camera while trying to spot Scaramouche and see what he was doing or if he was talking with anyone.

It was fun, until it was not.

The serenity that surrounded him, combined with the gentleness of everything he did was driving you mad. You were having a hard time genuinely believing that he was behind any kind of political affairs. He literally was so polite to an older waiter in a restaurant! You sat in your chair, staring in shock until another waiter placed food on your table.

There was just no way.

🦋

There was a way, actually.

It was sunny that day when you were simply sitting and observing him again. Nice weather, nothing was happening. You could have just spent this day at home, chilling; but alas, you still had a man to spy on. You could not rest until you were 100% sure that nothing threatened Sumeru, especially when two influential individuals from different nations are suspected to be behind said threat. Fortunately, it seemed that the heavens finally listened to you and you got a lead.

As you sat in a spot high enough to avoid being noticed, you suddenly noticed Scaramouche grab his phone. You wasted no time turning on your camera and zooming in to clearly capture his face.

It…was new.

That usually calm expression of his dropped and got replaced by a scowl. It was a new expression of his, one that you have not seen at all, so you watched him closely with blatant curiosity. Whoever he was talking to, they have clearly angered him—judging by the furrow of his brows and his lips curved into a frown. He yelled too, you noticed; and despite being no lip-reader, you could swear the words he yelled out were insults and curses. Somehow, a part of you felt satisfaction watching the person you were observing for weeks lose their cool completely.

You fought a smirk creeping on your lips. You could not explain why.

You shook your head and brought your attention back to him. The call went on for a few minutes before he ended it with a spat of insults, or so you guessed.

While you had no idea what he was talking about on the phone or if it was in any way related to your current mission, it was still a move.

Guess you should update Alhaitham about it…

🦋

The heavens were on your side for once. When you returned, you handed the recording to Alhaitham. Some time afterwards, you received the transcript of Scaramouche’s conversation. Some of the words were missing since he just was not able to lip-read them, but you were grateful for his work either way. You were even more grateful for the news that came with the transcript.

Scaramouche was, indeed, talking with the very person you and your team suspected: Il Dottore. In Snezhnaya, he was known for his questionable morals, to say the least...and work ethics. There was a saying that if anything was going wrong, it was probably his fault. He studied at Sumeru’s academy but was ultimately expelled and banned from the nation.

For the sake of your sanity, you did not ask why.

However, all this gave you a clear image of upcoming troubles if you did not act in time. You did not know the details yet, but knowing that someone as unpredictable as Il Dottore was related to the case—

You blinked. This was no good.

You looked back at the transcript.

According to it, Scaramouche and Dottore were meant to meet soon at some party for rich people which was actually great for you. You could spy on both suspects at the same time, after all. You knew it would be hard, but even the tiniest chance of getting any more information was worth the risk that came with it. Who knows? Maybe Scaramouche would yell some important details in some fit of anger, and you would overhear it…

That would be the ideal scenario, but not likely to happen.

You liked to dream sometimes.

Also, yes, you were right about the fact he was yelling curses...and insults. Plenty of them even, to the point where Alhaitham—according to the small note he left—just refused to write them down. You laughed to yourself upon reading said note.

Somehow, you could not help but feel… excited at the thought of meeting him.

It was weird. You could not give it a name, but you somehow became too intrigued and personally fascinated with him for your own good. You wanted to meet him, talk to him, and see the carefully crafted mask of politeness with your own eyes. You wanted to see it slip, see a part of the real him come out.

The ugly side that he tried so hard to hide from everyone.

Be the reason the mask slipped.

…gods. Maybe it was your sign to rest for the day. With even more questions and even fewer answers, you got up from the desk and started packing up your things.

The party was this week, after all. You should start preparing.

🦋

Dining in expensive restaurants was one thing.

Attending expensive parties full of important people was another.

Getting an invite for yourself would be hard, given how—well, you were not that important in society. Alhaitham was, on the other hand, so you simply went as his plus one. It was honestly not a bad thing since, thanks to it, you had someone to call for help in case anything went down.

You hoped nothing would.

The first part of your plan was—

“Oh! Are you alright?” A voice asked. You blinked and looked at just who exactly you bumped.

You blinked again. Oh.

You only ever saw him in pictures and from a distance, so only now you realized how…genuinely pretty he looks. He is so beautiful that he could pass as a vintage doll, very pretty.

Too pretty for a human, you would dare to say.

“Yes, yes...! I’m sorry for bumping into you.” You said, smiling.

Scaramouche smiled back, although something was off about it.

“Are you here alone?”

“Oh no, no…!” You shook your head, “I’m with my friend.”

You wondered how many questions he could ask and how many answers you could give him before it would get suspicious. You try to subdue your body language to absolute neutrality to cover your tells.

“Where is your friend?”

“He’s…” You looked around. Truth be told, you actually had no idea where Alhaitham was, “...somewhere?”

“What a friend he is, to leave you alone at a party.” He clicked his tongue and shook his head, “Mind if I keep you company?”

Oh, no.

“There’s no need.” You waved your hand, “You must be busy yourself, I don’t want to waste your time.”

You did not want to risk anything by spending even more time around him. Your plan was simple: it was to bump into him, stick the little microphone to his clothes, and happily listen to his conversation with the Snezhnayan politician. Once that was done, you deactivate the bug so it does not get traced back and you can go back to headquarters in Sumeru with Alhaitham discreetly.

You did the first part and managed to stick the microphone to the inner edge of his suit. Now, you planned on leaving as fast as possible; but alas, that did not happen.

“I insist.” He smiled wider.

A shiver ran down your spine.

You did not understand why he would insist on staying with you. From all the time you spent watching him, he did not seem like someone so willing to accompany a stranger for no reason. Even when he was wearing his gentleman mask, he would always avoid prolonged idle chats and act reserved in the background.

There was no way he somehow found you out, right?

“Well...?” He tilted his head, the curve of his lips dropping just a tad.

“If you insist.” You forced a smile.

His own grew back into a beaming grin.

You had a terrible feeling about it, but still let him lead you deeper inside his web.

“What’s your name?” He asked, and you gave him the first fake name you could think. You were not worried about him somehow calling your bluff. After all, how in the world would he find out?

You just hoped he would not ask about Alhaitham.

He hummed with a nod. “Your friend is…?”

“He’s a businessman!” You blurted out. Good gods, it was as if he read your thoughts and decided to make things harder! “He didn’t have anyone as his plus one, so asked me to come.”

“A businessman, you say?” He raised his eyebrows and you nodded.

“He’s a very busy man, so that’s probably why he left me alone here.” You figured that maybe rambling for long enough would buy you time to find a way of leaving, “He took over his parents’ company at a very young age and did very well, so obviously a lot of people admired him—huh?”

You turned your head at him when you heard him laugh under his nose. What was his problem?

“Do you always talk a stranger’s ears off?” Scaramouche questioned, a glint of amusement in his eyes.

“Well, I guess you’re special?” You shrugged; and before he could reply, you spoke again, “If you mind it, then maybe you should talk now? About yourself, maybe...?”

He looked at you and, somehow, you felt cornered by him in a room full of people.

“About myself...?” He chuckled lowly and leaned toward you, “Don’t you know it all already? Or maybe you’re not as good of a spy as you claim to be?”

You froze, stiffening from head to toe at his statement.

You were busted.

Scaramouche gracefully swiped a flute of champagne from a passing waiter. He keeps his eyes on you, the majestic midnight blue darkening into a burgundy shade. This is a glimpse into the true self you have been wanting to see, yet it sent chilling thrills throughout your body. To witness the seamless change between his hollow kindness to ominous threat, it almost made you flush with shame as a spy when you compared how his facade is legitimately smoother than yours.

“You sure hold a lot of confidence to spy on me,” he chuckled derisively, “yet you can’t even lie properly to save your life. Just from your rambling, I can tell you must have good backing. The downside is your supposed friend must be fairly recognizable. If you out him as your accomplice, your entire operation could fall.”

He took a sip from his glass, elegance blending perfectly with shrewd composure.

"The only smart thing here," he hums as he swirls the liquid, "is that plus-ones are not officially enlisted on the invitations. That means you get to hide your name from me, just a little while longer. That also means your friend gets to keep his dirty secret of being involved in these clandestine operations."

It was very impressive how he managed to deduce all that from one conversation with you. The sheer audacity that he was even laying it all out in the open for you showed how it barely made a difference to him. You have a lot to learn as a spy, it seems. This experience and encounter have just humbled you.

Scaramouche is quite a monster.

You shudder to imagine what it would be like to deal with Dottore.

“So, tell me.” He almost purred, “What’s your objective here, little mouse?”

You gaped incredulously, “Little mouse…?!”

Scaramouche blinked a few times, mocking a surprised expression.

“Oh, I’m sorry!” He teases haughtily, “I was trying to be nice but perhaps you prefer a more accurate nickname. How about a little fly? You sure love acting like one with how you kept hovering for the past few weeks just to get some dirt on me.”

You gritted your teeth as you glare at him, utterly humiliated and infuriated. He casually observes you from head to toe as he drinks the rest of his champagne. As he does, his other hand busied itself in dismantling the bug you implanted on him. With a smirk, he presents it to your face. He leans forward as if to intimately impart a secret.

“Not good at hiding your emotions either…” he notes tauntingly, “Am I your first job, little fly? Quite audacious of you, I must say.”

Your target sneers as he casually crushes the gadget in his fist, displaying an uncanny strength despite his delicate appearance. He drops it and stomps on the object for good measure, whispering to you. For the first time, you realize how dangerous Scaramouche could really be and how arrogant you have been by taking this job.

“You ain’t slick.” He laughs sharply, “How about I show you how it’s done?”

At that moment, he releases just a tad bit of killing intent that makes you instinctively shove him away from you without any coherent control over yourself. The rest of his champagne spills on your clothes, and he gasps—now playing the perfect gentleman again. He sets aside the glass on a nearby table, producing his handkerchief to wipe the stain on your arm and patting your torso lightly.

“A thousand apologies…!” Scaramouche said gently, “I didn't mean to startle you. It’s most fortunate the champagne did not spill too much on you.”

He then smiled so chivalrously that it made you blush. This man has a rotten personality yet his mask is flawless, especially with that pretty face! You know it is fake, a point being proven regarding how much he looks down on your own skills. In fact, because of this play, he has everyone’s attention now. He started the scene, and so he gets to control it—cornering you mercilessly.

“Go ahead.” His eyes seem to goad you, “Call for help from your friend. Let me see who else is behind your operations as I make you fall apart.”

To your credit, you managed to do the exact opposite. You were sure Alhaitham is also holding himself back from approaching for the same reasons. If you were going down, he cannot possibly reveal himself to Scaramouche and Dottore. It was all too clear you made too many mistakes when it came to spying on Scaramouche. The realization hurts your pride, but you have nobody else to blame but yourself. Thus, you did not resist as he touched your arm—deceptively tender as you feel his nails dig as a warning.

“Allow me to escort you to get cleaned.” Scaramouche offers gallantly.

It was not a request. Either you go with him, or he finds a way to hunt you down later.

You complied peacefully.

However, as soon as you are both out of sight and earshot, you will fight back. It was a shame you would have to bruise that pretty face, but the bastard deserves the hit.

He will pay for underestimating you.

🦋

Scaramouche saw your resistance coming.

In the dark of night away from the party, you turned your arm in such a way he was forced to bend his hold. With his balance off, you aimed your free fist towards his face but he dodged effortlessly—that pretty smile still on his face. Burgundy eyes gleam under the moonlight, as if pleased to see your spirit.

It was ironic how you had wished to be the reason Scaramouche’s mask falls off.

However, he was the one doing it to you.

That knowledge serves to piss you off even more as you lunge forward. Hit after hit, he dodges skillfully with the reflexes and agility of a graceful feline. At one point, he boredly taps your wrist away to misdirect your fist and proceeds to use your momentum against you by aiming his knee against your stomach. In a last minute maneuver, your body twirls in a way that would have made Nilou proud. As you fall, one of your hands plants on the ground to help you spin a kick towards his face. He raises his arms to block to which you swiftly flip away to gain some distance.

“Not bad,” Scaramouche smirks appraisingly, “it seems you’re not so hopeless after all.”

He flicks his wrists, showing that the power of your kick did not leave him unfazed. However, you paled a bit when he ended up producing a butterfly knife. Frankly, the tricks he displayed with it impresses you; but you quickly covered it up with a dark glower.

“Don’t pout, little fly~!” He coos in a sickeningly sweet tone, “If you’re dirty enough to intrude on my privacy, I’m dirty enough to use weapons on an unarmed person.”

You huffed, “You seem to put a lot of effort on someone you deem as an insignificant insect.”

He scoffs back at you, “Don’t flatter yourself. I just want to see you bleed for causing this much trouble for me.”

“If you kill me here,” you bluff, “you won’t have a way to cover it up.”

Scaramouche pauses before manic glee flashes in his eyes. He snorts before erupting into full chortles. His cheeks flush pink in genuine hilarity, lips spread wide open with laughter. It made him appear innocent, a young man who was having the time of his life. Alas, the context is darker than that for you. It shows from the glint reflected in those malicious amethysts that glare back at you.

“Why,” he chirps boyishly, “are you scared, little fly?”

He scowls bitterly, “You really think you’d be the first murder victim I’ve cleaned up in these sorts of gatherings. I have plenty of experience, and I know how to handle your type while making it look like an accident...or just have you go missing entirely.”

The blade in his hand glints menacingly as he points it at you.

Then, he attacks.

You sucked a breath through your teeth, flinching to instinctively dodge the stab he aimed at your eye. He is very fast! He is lightning fast, and fluid too. He was not just stabbing or mindlessly swinging. Every movement is precise and nimble, like an assassin who has eliminated all sorts of targets. For every swipe and thrust, he makes use of his entire body and especially his flexible wrist which flicks to aim at the slightest weakspot he sees within a blink. At one point, you manage to kick him back and his moment of shocked astonishment made your chest swell with pride. However, your smug grin immediately falters when he dashes at you while changing hands for his blade and vanishes in a split second—

—only to reappear behind you to hold your entire body in a chokehold, pointing the blade straight to your jugular. It applied enough pressure to cut, making you wince as your skin bled. His lips almost seductively graze your ear, chuckling softly.

“Give up, mousey.” Scaramouche murmurs.

You grunted, “Never.”

“Fine. Then perish.”

On cue, a smoke bomb drops by yours and Scaramouche’s feet. You did not hesitate to elbow him in the gut when his hold loosened in alarm and distraction. You then made a swift escape and barely dodged the blade that blindly flew past your cheek. It embeds onto the cobblestone pathway with a metallic clang. At the same time, your keen hearing detects the sound of a familiar bird call that can only come from the ever quick-witted Alhaitham. With a relieved sigh, you follow the sound into the darkness.

You need a drink as soon as you get back to headquarters.

🦋

Scaramouche silently stood alone in the garden.

He was leaning against a pillar, one hand in his pocket. He then holds up a vial of your blood to the moon, having collected it from the blade that nicked your cheek and neck. It was a meager sample but more than enough for Dottore to know everything about you once Scaramouche hands it over to him. The thought left a bitter taste of disdain in his mouth, but this is not his expertise and he wants results.

He wants to see you again.

Clacking footsteps made his ears twitch but he did not move from observing the crimson elixir as it glowed beneath the moonlit gaze.

“They got away.” Scaramouche informs the stranger coldly.

“Really now?” Dottore laughs humorlessly, “You’ve gotten soft.”

“Shut the fuck up!” The younger male hissed, “Let them and whatever company they keep have this false sense of security. It would be more advantageous for us anyway.”

He shoves the vial towards the unethical doctor, crossing his arms in haughty irritation. His dark burgundy eyes stared blankly at where he last saw you—held you in his arms, and felt shivers down his spine as you fought him with the ferocity of a wild beast.

“I know their type.” Scaramouche gruffly explains, “They would bite their own tongue rather than start talking. They make for a lousy spy based on their skills, but their attitude is stellar for the job.”

Dottore grins widely, “Ha! Careful there, Balladeer. You almost sound doting as you praise the vermin.”

Scaramouche gives him a murderous expression.

“Just get out of my sight!” He spat, “We’re done here.”

Unwilling to spend more time with his co-conspirator, Scaramouche makes himself scarce from the premises. One of his hands combs through his hair agitatedly before loosening his collar with a deep scowl. He can feel his arms bruising after the scuffle, making him laugh under his breath. You surely gave quite the fight even if he had no plans to really kill you tonight.

“Let the games begin, mousey.” He mumbled, “I do love a good chase.”

The Balladeer hopes you were better at running than spying.

It would be boring if he catches you too soon.

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Ninjago Fic Rec Week: Day 3

Prompts: Angst / Kai Recs! *aka the best combo ahahaaaa*

Angst Recs (get ready for a lot of Wu being sad):

The Tale of the Teacher: BASICALLY a look at Wu's very tragic life through the eyes of Wu himself, and my personal inspiration for all things, well, Wu and tragic (and you do need to be logged into an Ao3 account for this one). A must-read for all Wu fans, and especially for those who are not~

Photographs: Wu reminiscences on all he's lost in the midst of Season 11 through pictures of times gone by~

No Eye For These: Wu reflects on losing his brother, right after just banishing him ;w;

It Will Rain Again Someday: Not necessarily angst but fills me with enough emotional damage to feel like it is, Wu adores his older brother so so so so much, even when they butt heads, even when they have opposing but equal opinions, even when they're on opposite sides of the battle field...probably the most potent Spinjitzu Brothers thing I've ever read. Changed my brain chemistry, man.

for want (for nothing): the staff corrupted!kai story that speaks to me very specifically snksnksnk Reading the gradually (or not so gradually) descent into enveloping himself in all that power is maddening and awesome and so very painful

Cry Me a River: Kai Post-Seabound; short, bitter, visceral, and powerful in the deliverance of emotions~

Married to the Sea: In case anyone wanted to relieve the pain that is Seabound's ending again, but with a Jay-colored coat of paint <3

half hearted-boy, maybe we'll have more connection: GUT-WRENCHING thing on parallels b/w Lloyd and Harumi. I am not the same person i was before. Tragedy does not have an age limit.

Kai Recs:

All I've Ever Known: One of the best kind of fics- Kai having to cope with team bonding during the events of the pilots <3(I have very obvious tastes). But! Has a lot of introspective Kai moments and outrospective (?) moments with him and the future team he's one day never going to imagine a time without.

Spice, and Everything Nice: Kai, in both a show of brotherly love and brotherly pride, attempts to outdo his siblings in a test of all things spice and chocolate. It's just so cute aaaaaaa!!!!

Bonfire: Lloyd wants to make a fire, Zane tries to offer suggestions, and Kai makes it personal. Slice of Life fic that would have made for a nice little episode during Season 2, honestly! And a nice look at the characters outside of their normally hectic settings~

Flicker: A story about Kai and the warmth he brings to himself and others, doesn't seem like much at first but you will be gutpunched by love and softness by the end~

Bucket List: In the category of angst and Kai with probably a guilty pleasure fic of mine, Kai strikes a deal with Morro and a horrifying journey of self-discovery ensues. It get a little dark but it's funny, gripping, heart-wrenching, and will probably have you looking at Kai in a new light by the end of it.

N Stands for Neutral: Kai teaches Lloyd to drive, chaos ensues, nuff said

Why Birds Fly: Probably not for the squeamish around eggs, insects, or ear-related agony (it's not nearly as bad as I'm making it sound I promise just being cautious) BUT another non-life-threatening crisis story that has an amazing dynamic between Kai, Cole and Jay, and their tendency to be both the best brothers you could ask for and the absolute worst.

The Process of Making Amends: Kai and Garmadon butting head and it's goes about as well as you'd expect....but, there is one thing they can reach a consensus on.

Going, Going, Gone: Vintage Classic on kai's take on Skylor throughout Season 4. Definitely Kailor, but also not exactly "shippy". It really is more of a character examination in the form of lil snippets and it lives in my mind rent-free.

From What It Was: Kai reflects on all the changes in the team post-s7. It makes me misty-eyed every time ;w;

Kai and the Futile Fist Fight: Anyone wanna see Kai and Jay have a real fight during Crystalized, with 50% more awesome fight moves and 50% more raw emotion and 100% more Kai being distressed over his sister in his own way? Here ya go!

"Mr. Smith" At Your Service: Kai pretends to be Nya's father. Nya gets far too much of a kick out of it, and it goes about a well as you'd expect snksnksnk

broken pieces: More Pilots!ninja bonding, short and sweet and ofc with a special focus on Kai! Left a very big impression on me, haha

this isn't how it's supposed to be: MOAR PILOT BONDINGGGGGGG and UNGH it's so BEAUTIFUL, especially love the character dialogue in this one!

#ninjago #the lego ninjago movie #tlnm #ninjago fic rec week #ninjago fanfiction #fic recs #kai smith #angst #long post #tell me if i junked up a link i was going rlly fast cuz i gotta leave again lmao #I’ve got plenty more pain fics on deck hnng

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Horrortale Sans & Papyrus character sheets (Updated version)

OAK (Horrortale Sans)

Backstory : Oak only live through one timeline but damn, what a timeline. After befriending everyone and making him believe that maybe they would get to see the sun again, Frisk killed the King, left and never returned. Or so is the story Undyne is telling to everyone. Oak knows something happened that day, not sure why, and is sure the kid will come back someday. Unfortunately, not everyone is that faithful. After a short civil war between Toriel and Undyne, Undyne took control of the Underground, leaving him in a very fragile position, as Oak was Toriel's first conselour. If Snowdin's monsters are still very loyal to the Old Queen, the rest of the Underground is a whole another story, and except for some friends here and there, Oak was not feeling safe anymore. It all turned even worst when the CORE stopped working, leaving monsters to die of starvation, or fall into this sick habit of eating humans falling down. First against any kind of human murder, Oak had to make a difficult choice the day Willow almost died, killing his first human and tricking him to eat it. Willow never really forgave this, but as time passed, resigned to do so to survive. Oak never ate any human. He refused it, feeding only on berries, and when times were desperate, on grass or wood. That let him very weak for something he didn't planned at all. His relationship with Undyne was not good at the time, but it was still more or less ok. Well, at least until, asking him for a meeting, she suddenly and out of nowhere attacked him, making a huge hole in his head to get his magic eye in a vain attempt to restart the CORE. It worked two hours before crashing again. Willow, not seeing his brother coming back, found him left for dead on the floor, and ran to Toriel's place to save him. Oak stayed between life and death for several months before waking up, traumatised, unable to talk, move or do anything by himself. He had to learn again, little by little, but the three of them quickly realized something was terribly wrong with his short memory. Oak grew worst and worst once back in Snowdin, having crisis that makes him aggressive and very dangerous, almost animal-like, but pretty normal a few seconds later, without any memory of what happened. After seven more long years, the fall of Aliza finally gave the Snowdin monsters the bravery to rebel against the Queen. Undyne died in the battle, but monster were finally free. Monsters are now learning to have a normal food diet again, but the consequences of what happened Underground will never really leave. Oak and Willow, closer than ever, now live in a small farm, next to Toriel's house, and both try to go with their life, doing their best to forget.

Personality : Adaptable, alert, calm, caring, fair, honest, incorruptible, independant (but not too much), observant, patient, protective, prudent, absentminded, private, reserved, solitary, apathetic, asocial, cautious, disorganized, escape artist, insecured, lazy, reactive, uncooperative.

Job : Farmer, sort of. He can't work by himself, he needs to be under his brother's or Toriel's supervision.

Hobbies : Taking care of the farm animals, writing his thoughts in his notebooks, cooking.

Loves : Food, animals, cuddling with S/O, his brother or Toriel, the forest, pretty rocks, going where Willow tells him he can't go, do what Willow tells him not to do, napping in places he can't fit in, annoying Grillby for attention when he's bored.

Hates : Undyne, anything close to his head hole, people who stares at him for too long, loud noises, crowded places, people not patient when he's struggling to talk, people who try to baby him, the hospital.

The S/O of his dream : Someone who is not scared of him and doesn't judge him for his past actions. Loving to cuddle for hours is a huge bonus.

Dealbreaker : Babying him, trying to separate him from his brother, being mean to Willow, screaming because he's forgetting things.

Contacts :

Family : Willow - HT Toriel - HT Grillby

Adopted family : Nugget - Pumpkin - Copper - Chief - Delta - Dune (adopted dog???)

Best friends : Honey - Sam - Ben

Close friends : Papyrus - Grillby - Red - Rumba - Killer

Friends : Toriel - Asgore - Blue - Coffee - Rambo - Salsa - Fang

OK/Neutral : Gerson - Edge - Nox - Moon - Sun - Tango - Demon - Creeper - Error -

Would better avoid : Sans - Alphys - Mettaton - Burgerpants - Gaster - Muffet - Rus - Ink -

Absolutely hates : Undyne - Frisk - Chara - Flowey - Wine - Torpedo

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WILLOW (Horrortale Papyrus)

Backstory : Willow had a really rough time Underground after Frisk left, which he didn't really understand in the first place (well, at first, after everything that happened, he's glad the poor kid didn't get stuck in the middle of everything). He was right in the middle of the fight between Toriel and Undyne, trying to calm down everyone and finding alternative ways to avoid a civil war, before Undyne took the trone. Willow found himself torn between his loyalty to Toriel and his friendship to Undyne, who was now threatening his brother, considering him a traitor. When the CORE broke, Willow overdid himself to help everyone, forgetting to take care of himself in the battle, as he rejected with all he had monsterkind starting to use humans for food. Oak abused his weakness to force his hand, then Willow had to accept it blindly because there was not really any solution left for him to survive. But every human killed was a hit in his soul, and he can still remember any face he killed. When he found Oak half dead in Waterfall, he thought this is it, that he would be on his own, but Oak struggled and survived, somehow. In the meantime, Willow asked Undyne for help to find who did that to his brother, and she did, sending him on wrong tracks again and again, to the point Willow found it suspicious and begged her to tell the truth. After he learned Undyne almost killed his brother, their friendship is over. Willow never felt so betrayed in his life. Despite everything, and after monsters killed her with the help of Aliza, he never felt satisfied with the ending, feeling a bit of regret, like he could have done differently. The monsters refused to give Undyne a grave after all she did, and at first, Willow agreed, but it just felt wrong. He went back Underground not a week later to collect her dust, and Alphys', who was gone a long time ago already, and buried the both of them in the forest. When he left, to start his new life on the Surface, he told Undyne he's forgiving her. Willow now has a farm with his brother and tries to live normally, despite him struggling with how he looks and what he did Underground. But he's getting better.

Personality : Benevolent, caring, cheerful, creative, cultured, dramatic, enthusiastic, forgiving, gentle giant, kind, logical, observant, peaceful, perceptive, persuasive, rational, self-critical, sensitive, sentimental, tolerant, moralistic, sarcastic, anxious, melancholic, paranoid, regretful, lack of confidence.

Job : Farm owner.

Hobbies : Take care of the farm animals, cooking, crafting things, decorating the house, volonteering to distract old people in retirement homes.

Loves : His brother, flowers, pretty objects, cleaning, reading, visiting new places, bitching on the neighbours, children, his routine.

Hates : The Underground, his past, his body, how his back hurts for nothing, not being able to run in the morning anymore, when he burned food, people staring at him, rude people, people not letting their seats in the public transport, when Oak refuses to listen to him for once in his fricking damn life.

The S/O of his dream : Someone who won't judge him and comfort him about how he looks. Someone who likes to share his interests and the other way around.

Dealbreaker : Being mean to his brother, using his past against him, saying he's lying when he says he's too in pain to do anything, trying to hide him from your family because you're scared how they will react around him.

Contacts :

Family : Oak - HT Toriel - HT Grillby

Adopted family : Nugget - Pumpkin - Copper - Chief - Sam - Ben - Delta - Dune (???)

Best friend : Toriel (second mom)

Close friends : Papyrus - Mettaton - Grillby - Honey - Killer

Friends : Sans - Asgore - Gerson - Blue - Red - Rus - Coffee - Rambo - Salsa - Rumba

Would love to be friends again but is too scared to ask : Undyne - Alphys - Frisk - Chara - Asriel/Flowey

OK/Neutral : Burgerpants - Moon - Sun - Tango - Demon - Creeper - Fang - Error

Would better avoid : Gaster - Muffet - Edge - Nox - Ink

Absolutely hates : Wine - Torpedo

#character sheet #horrortale #sans #papyrus #undertale ask blog #undertale imagines #undertale headcanons

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btssavedmylifeblr · 1 year

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Catching up on asks and HOW DARE YOU LEAVE THAT TIDBIT IN THE TAGS. Almost left your hubbie for yoongi's brother EXCUSE ME 😂😂😂 can it be "another time" now please?? What is this story???

😂

I was hoping someone would ask about this, so thank you for indulging me.

Okay, so the short version is that I met Yoongi’s older brother at their family restaurant in Daegu in 2017.

The long version is that I found BTS in 2016 in the middle of what I now call my “quarter-life crisis”. I was going to be 30 soon and I was convinced that all the excitement and adventure in my life was over and I was doomed to be a boring old married lady forever. For some reason I decided the only way to cope with that fear was to go on a 6-week solo trip to South Korea. So I left my husband for over a month and went to Korea by myself.

I spent most of my time in Seoul, but I did spend a week in Busan and a day in Daegu. At the time, Yoongi’s family ran a sundae (blood sausage) restaurant in Daegu and I went there with a fellow ARMY who was visiting Korea at the same time. The restaurant well-publicized it’s BTS connection and used it for promotion, so they wanted ARMY to come.

So my friend and I arrived on a hot summer afternoon to find a handsome man in a black t-shirt hanging out in front of the restaurant. He greeted us and asked in English if we were ARMY (we were the only non-Koreans I had seen all day, Daegu was much less diverse than Seoul). He had the same nice soft-spoken slightly shy tone that Yoongi does when he speaks English. I told him yes and how I went to their concert in Newark and how fabulous they were and that's when he volunteered "I'm Suga's brother".

Now, I wish I had been smoother about this and asked his name or something like that, but it was all I could do to not burst into giggles. Instead I squeaked out an "Oh?!" that was supposed to be nonchalant, but definitely wasn’t, followed by a chirped "Nice to meet you!" He smiled and said "Nice to meet you!" before steering us into the restaurant.

It was clear that he had been waiting outside for customers because there was only one other occupied table at the time. I suspect most Koreans don’t go for hot blood sausage on 90 degree days. But that meant Yoongi’s brother was free to give us a lot of attention. He showed us where the chopsticks were, and explained how to get more kimchi. He reached across me to show us where the seasonings were and I stared way too hard at his forearm. He gave us a few minutes to decide what we wanted, then came back to take our order. We both got the soup. It was only $5. I would have paid so much more.

The soup was boiling hot when it arrived. In my overexcitement, I immediately stuck a whole piece of boiling blood sausage in my mouth and burned the top of my mouth quite badly. But I looked up and Yoongi’s brother was watching me eat the sausage!! I can’t spit out Yoongi’s brother’s sausage! So I took a bunch of deep breaths and drank my water and I swallowed that hot sausage.

I spent the next 15-20 minutes nursing a serious crush on Yoongi’s older brother. He was really cute and nice and smiled a lot. He had dark hair and earrings and his posture reminded me a lot of Yoongi. He came over at the end of the meal to ask us how the food was. I chirped "mas iss-eoyo!" which is one of the few korean phrases I knew at the time (“It's delicious”). He smiled and said "mas iss-eoyo? Thank you!"

The best and worst part came when it was time to pay and as I was paying, he asked again if I liked the blood sausage, and then said “you ate it so passionately!” I must have given him a confused look, because he clarified “it was so hot and you had to drink the water”. He’d been watching me! And noticed how I ate the blood sausage too fast! Gah! I wish I had been clever enough or confident enough to make joke about how I would eat his sausage any time. But alas, I am not the main character and I just blushed and giggled as we said goodbye and went on our way.

So I didn’t actually almost leave my husband for Min Yoongi’s brother. But in the fictional version of my life where I always say the coolest thing, I might have.

#bee’s korea travels

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wasteofpain · 2 years

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a trait of pete's that has consistently intrigued me is his capacity to adapt to any given situation. it's shown very early on through little things, most notably pete's advices to porsche about living in the main family's mansion, which are basically do as you're told and follow the rules. that easy.

the rules to surviving are observe and adapt.

observe

adapt

observe

adapt

often in media, abuse victims who adapt to their situation and create ways to live around that abuse just so they can make it through another day are portrayed as weak, as the side character to the rebellious one who fights back and doesn't just take it. but reality is, more often than not, if you're the rebellious kind all that will do for you is get you killed. and so growing up the way he did, pete probably had to learn this the hard way.

when he's caught by vegas and macau in the temple, although he hesitates a little (mostly for comedic effect), he goes with it. he makes merits with vegas and does very little fighting back against his creepiness.

when he's on his phone with his grandmother while tied up and spent from being tortured he still menages to recompose himself in a very impressive way and build a convincing enough version of himself that won't worry her.

this is a dance that he has perfected.

observing as a way of survival is also how he's aware of who vegas is from very early on. pete has always sensed that there was something rotten behind the charismatic human mask vegas wears. so when he's kidnapped, he knows what to expect.

but this time there's no surviving each day,

he's going to die.

or at least that's what's supposed to happen.

his suicidal defiance must feel so cathartic after a lifetime of adapting. to laugh in vegas's face and dare him with his eyes to do his worst.

but pete is still the same pete who was beat as a child by a father who couldn't deal with his own failures like an adult.

so when vegas chokes him and throws hurtful words around as if he wasn't looking at pete like he was the sun not that long ago, he adapts to the situation.

this is when i die

he was already having a crisis before vegas came into the room. the shame had set in and he was questioning every choice he's made so far, no longer just living in the moment. vegas's outburst just confirmed things.

so now the situation is, pete has a chance to die. vegas has a knife against his throat and maybe, just maybe, he might kill him this time. it's a chance he can't miss out on. no more fantasies of surviving, life has thrown at him that he can finally die and he feels like shit so it's probably for the best.

but pete is tired of adapting.

what if he wants to live?

and live without chains.

he recomposes himself just as he did when he was tied up with a phone against his ear and with the last remains of his strength he frees himself.

he goes back to his old life, but it's not the same. pete's instict is still to adapt, but he can't adapt to this.

there's an aching feeling in his chest eating him alive. it's not a pain that he can distract himself from, its always in the forefront taking up every inch of his brain.

it doesn't let him sleep,

it doesn't let him eat,

it doesn't let him lie to his friends.

vegas has shaken his ability to adapt, now all pete can do is try to hold his pieces together and not break in front of someone. beg that they ignore that he's crumbling even if they see the cracks.

seeing vegas is an intoxicating reminder of what's been done to him, that despite it all he's still nothing. vegas replaced seeing pete as a pet for seeing pete as a person he isn't because it was the person vegas needed to see in him in that moment. even when pete thinks he might've gotten somewhere, he hasn't.

he's not a human.

he has no feelings.

all that matters is what he can be for other people, his real feelings aren't to be noticed.

but still, pete can't deny to himself that he liked some of it.

he didn't like being dehumanized and beat, but he liked being held down and worshiped. he liked being looked at like he could mean something. like someone wanted him so much they couldn't control themselves. like someone needed him. he can't even bring himself to lie to vegas when he asks him to promise not to leave him.

he liked it.

and he wants more.

but he can't have it anymore, barely had it in the first place.

vegas leaves him sobbing alone on the floor.

pete gets up.

pete recomposes himself.

pete adapts.

#today is projecting on pete day #yall have no idea how much i've been itching to write about pete #vegaspete meta #vegaspete #kinnporsche

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Unhinged Character

I have made a character for the past year and haven't posted since I was out online, and here's our characters I haven't posted.

Charlotte Silver Doomary

She's a grumpy little teenager who doesn't even care about anything, and she loves to see people suffer and pain. She was a sweet girl back then when she was four or five, but now she was a grumpy insulted teenager before her childhood trauma. She is a troublemaker at that point, She likes to cause trouble everywhere she starts, She sometimes gets so cruel at this moment.

Trait

She was an only child.

She mostly gets grumpy.

has cigarette burns on both her legs (by her uncle).

She has pupaphobia and acrophobia (have that fear since childhood).

Sometimes, she talks about the worst thing that could happen to their life.

When someone insults her, she insults them back.

She does not give a shit to everyone or everything.

her favorite vegetable is beetroot.

She hates the color pink.

Two parts of the pigtails have been dyed black.

She's half albino and a Caucasian.

She hates people who just disrespect her boundaries.

Emotionally Cold.

Clothing

Nightgown | Two causal clothes | Summer outfit | Pretty Dress

Items

Butterfly knife

Notebook.

Pencil.

Jar.

Phone.

Backpack.

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Jenny Clarkson Sweetpuff

Jenny was an agitated girl who had anger issues and had no chill of her habit. She even physically and verbally assaults people when she gets angry. She always complains about her family life. She gets ignored and tormented for too long, She'll get revenge on them for what they did to her.

Trait

She gets extremely jealous sometimes.

She has six brothers.

She has family issues ( including her father ).

Does not like people interrupting her boundaries.

She's extremely emotional.

She gets so mad easily when someone agitates her or picks on her.

Emotionally sociopathic.

Have Existential Crisis.

Has peanut allergies.

She is afraid of organic worms (because she is uncomfortable with worms, but not the one that is gummy)

She's a sneaky girl.

She has a badass singing voice.

Have amazing dance moves.

Mostly, sometimes she gets so cruel.

She violently screamed like a manic the second time.

Clothing

Extra:

She wears a black sweater when she depressed.

Items

Mood ring

Bag

Notebook

Pencil

Brass knuckles (reason why: She beat the crap out of the old man in rage and then loot him)

Phone

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Jina Backlin

Jina with a J has good tactics. She floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee. She has a journey for Justice and Wisdom, She practiced days and days to become a one and only brave person in the world. She likes to talk facts about things she knows because she studied by reading a book of history and/or seeing Wikipedia. She likes to fight with her lives and protecting she cares.

Trait

She has complex PTSD

She does tai chi.

She has a birthmark and two scars on her back.

Is an outsider.

She loves listening to Lofi's music, It makes her feel chill.

She is a fast cook.

She has a spiritual ego on her.

She has entered stealth mode when she's trying to stay quiet.

She respects everything if everything goes wrong.

Experts in problem-solving.

Clothing

Her ninja / karate outfit

Her casual outfit.

Items

Ninja stuff.

Smoke bombs.

Phone.

Journal.

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What do they have in common

Both of them have a terrible lifestyle, and both of them had childhood trauma when they were young

Both Jina and Jenny have amazing talent.

Charlotte and Jenny are cruel girls

I haven't posted for years. I will post it another time.

PS. Sorry for the long post.

#Charlette Doomary #Jenny Sweetpuff #original character #digital art #OC #Jina Backlin #oc art #digital drawing #my art #my ocs

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canonicallyobserving911 · 1 year

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It's season 6 but there were only two “exciting emergencies” included within the first half of the season.

#4 of What’s missing from season 6.

In addition to Maddie’s absence from firefam gatherings (related post), Halloween and Christmas episodes being removed from the lineup (related post) and the dwindling amount of believable 9-1-1 calls (related post); another thing that has been missing from episodes are the exciting emergencies. 9-1-1 is known for its’ dynamic and shocking emergencies that in the past were included in each season’s premier episode and other breathtaking emergencies were also intertwined into episodes for the rest of the season. They represented one aspect of the show that prompted a number of viewers to start watching and those viewers convinced their family and friends to watch the show too. However, during some portions of season 5 and for almost all of 6A, the BIG EMERGENCIES were replaced with lackluster ones that didn’t include the same action-packed excitement as those from seasons 1-4. When episodes in 6A ended, audience members comments on social media kept implying that something was missing. The missing element from 7 out of 9 episodes were the HUGE EMERGENCIES that caused most of them to start watching the show in the first place. While every emergency doesn’t have to cover two and a half episodes like they did in seasons 2-3, they should at least be exciting and leave the audience on the edge of their seats so that they will return the following Monday to see what the show has planned next. Lately, the excitement has dwindled along with the number of viewers who tune in each week. For some of those who continue to watch, the show has gone from being a “must watch” on their entertainment priority list to an “I’ll watch it when and if I have some spare time”. A few of the exciting emergencies that happened in previous seasons have been included below to illustrate how spectacular they were in comparison to the emergencies that were included in 6A.

Season 1

The plane crash in 1x4 “Worst Day Ever” was both chilling and heartbreaking. The 118 saved as many passengers as they could and Bobby took it so hard that he relapsed.

Season 2

The earthquake in 2x2 “7.1″ was not only realistic but it was also relatable because a number of people who reside in areas like L.A., might experience earthquakes on a regular basis. The 118 arrived with other first responders and did what they always do which was save as many people as they could. Athena did an awesome job saving drivers who were trapped on the freeway.

The ladder truck explosion in 2x18 “This Life We Choose” was shocking and when the residents of L.A. helped the first responders lift the truck off of Buck’s leg, it illustrated how both the city’s residents and its’ first responders can work together during a crisis.

Season 3

The Tsunami that started at the end of 3x1 “Kids Today” but continued through 3x3 “The Searchers” was ABSOLUTELY THE BEST EMERGENCY 9-1-1 has aired to date. It was magnificent, thrilling, exciting, heartbreaking and shocking because it had everything. The audience was able to see the water rise and watch as it consumed everything that was in its path within a matter of seconds. All of the main characters had an instrumental storyline that affected them, their families and the residents of L.A. The Tsunami was the STORYLINE and the way it affected the mains determined their individual storylines along with the plots that were included within them.

The apartment fire in 3x16 “The One That Got Away” was one of the most exciting fires the 118 had been dispatched to and they all worked together to save everyone they could, including Buck and Eddie who jumped from the building next door so that Buck could do a rope rescue to save Gladys.

The train wreck in 3x18 “What’s Next?” was another chilling and realistic emergency that lasted the entire episode and it kept every member of the 118 working feverishly to save as many lives as they could.

Season 4

The dam break in 4x1 “The New Abnormal” resulted in a city bus being pushed by the water into the side of an office building which was interesting to see since it’s not an everyday occurrence. The 118 was dispatched and Bobby risked his life to save a young man who was hesitant to get off the bus.

The drunk driver in 4x9 “Blindsided” caused a massive car pile-up on the freeway that injured and killed a lot of motorists. The emergency was realistic and heartbreaking because car accidents are not uncommon.

Season 5

The hospital fire in 5x8 “Defend in Place” kept the audience on the edge of their seats especially when Buck, Eddie and other firefighters saved the babies from the nursery. It was also informative for audience members who didn’t know that one of a fire captain’s commands includes “Defend in Place”.

The Dispatch Center fire in 5x16 “May Day” was thrilling and it also included some moments where audience members had to hold their breaths especially after the roof fell on top of Bobby and May. The 118 came in to save their captain and his daughter and Eddie got his answer from God to return to firefighting.

Season 6

The collapsed walkway in 6x2 “Crash and Learn” during the Happiness Convention was exciting but it could have been better if more than just the 118 had been dispatched to the call. In previous seasons for big emergencies, there were always several firehouses on the scene similar to the way it was in 3x16 and 4x5 “Buck Begins”.

The lab explosion at Karen’s job in 6x6 “Tomorrow” was also exciting but the scene that included Karen calling 9-1-1 wasn’t even in the episode. It was included at the end of 6x5 “Home Invasion” which means anyone who missed 6x5 also didn’t get to see the aftermath which took place inside of the lab that directly followed the explosion.

Lackluster Emergencies

The blimp emergency in 6x1 “Let the Games Begin” was BORING and that’s a shame because it really had the potential to be great.

The show promoted it via their promotional poster like there was going to be a lot of damage to the stadium and possibly some injuries that would have resulted from the crash BUT THAT DIDN’T HAPPEN.

The wildfire that was teased in the promo for 6x9 “Red Flag” turned out to be a small brush fire that didn’t require an entire firehouse to be present to extinguish it. The audience expected more but the fire was over in a few seconds and that’s a shame since it was the only fire the 118 fought during that half of the season. The lab explosion in 6x6 had several small fires but they weren’t big fires like the ones that were included in 3x16, 5x8 or 5x16.

The issue associated with the lack of exciting emergencies in 6A could be attributed to the show no longer identifying emergencies as storylines the way they have done in the past. The show changed the format and started treating emergencies like plot devices while giving season long storylines to one main character (related post) and in the process they’ve sacrificed attracting more viewers and stopped trying to retain their current ones. Main characters’ storylines are decided then emergencies are included as an afterthought to force the NARRATIVE for a character’s arc so that it will go in a specific direction even if it doesn’t make sense. An example of the format includes THE BLACKOUT that began in 5x1 “Panic” and ran through 5x3 “Desperate Measures”. The emergency had the potential to be great but it fell flat with the audience because there were too many characters’ storylines added to force different narratives. The hacker plot was added to give TayKay something to do ONSCREEN to prevent her from being seen as just “Buck’s girlfriend” which was completely unnecessary since she was a recurring character and not a main. Also Jeffrey’s escape was added to the emergency so that Athena’s storyline, which had been practically forgotten since 3x17 “Powerless”, could be resolved even though it really wasn’t. The blackout should have been the MAIN FOCUS for those three episodes but it wasn’t and that’s why it didn’t work. The same thing is true for the “brush fire” that was promoted like it was going to be a “wildfire” in 6x9 “Red Flag” since the 118 were wearing their wildfire gear and it fell flat with the audience too just like the blimp emergency did because it was used as a plot device for Bobby’s 6B storyline since the fire was started as a possible coverup for Wendell’s murder. The fire wasn’t huge and there wasn’t a need for all those firefighters to be present to put it out. Actually, A-shift could have extinguished it all by themselves. The Santa Ana winds were supposed to play a big part in the fire but it didn’t which left the audience feeling like ‘What was that? and Was that it?” when the episode ended. Aside from the lab explosion which included several small fires in 6x6, it was one of the only fires the 118 fought this season and neither of those were on the same scale as previous fires that have been featured on the show. Is the show suffering from budget constraints? That’s a possibility since not only are the emergencies lackluster but the storylines have also taken a turn towards being anything other than mediocre.

In the real world, all emergencies are important but when a TV show captivates and grows its’ audience based on its BIG season premier emergencies along with more episode-based emergencies during the season, only to abruptly stop doing them, the audience is left feeling underwhelmed. Even though there are emergencies included in almost every episode, 9-1-1 is a TV show about First Responders which means they should be responding to emergencies that are exciting, interesting and relatable. No one wants to see a woman’s next door neighbor crawling through an underground tunnel so they can continue their love affair every time her husband leaves for work like the emergency that was included at the beginning of 6x2. Hopefully in 6B the decision makers will go back to using the format that worked to keep the audience engaged because if they don’t, it’s likely they will lose even more viewers only to suffer the same fate as so many other TV shows have when they lost their way after being on the air for several years.

#911 fox #911 on fox #911onfox #911 s6 #911 meta #911 speculation #911 #911 season 6 #911 season 6 speculation #911 spoilers #eddie diaz #evan buckley #maddie buckley #chimney han #hen wilson #athena grant #bobby nash #Things that are missing from 9-1-1's season 6 #What happened to 9-1-1's big exciting emergencies?

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trentcrimminallybeautiful · 11 months

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for bee, moth, and milk: yet another ridiculous snippet, except this one's trent/ted/rebecca (DON'T QUESTION IT) and roy/keeley/jamie. ft demi genderqueer trent.

cue some more deeply stupid crack <3 don't question the context. why are they all in rebecca's office eating takeout? because they are . shhh.

anwyay this is just me making all of the characters make the kind of gender jokes i make all the time, so. lmao. it's not serious<3

(ao3.)

“This is the worst day of my life,” said Rebecca, not meaning a word of it. “I can’t believe I’m attracted to a journalist.”

“Technically,” said Trent mildly, “I’m not a journalist anymore.”

“That’s your gender,” said Ted, partly matter-of-fact and partly in the proud tone of a dad who understands a joke well enough to implement it.

“…you know what,” said Trent. “Fair enough.”

He turned to look at Rebecca, pointing his fork at her, which still had lo mein wrapped around it. “And if you really have a problem with it, you should have said something before we all slept together.”

Rebecca took a begrudging bite of her eggroll, snapping it off the way a vicious animal might snap the neck of a small bird with its teeth. “Fair,” she said.

“Anyway, imagine how I feel,” continued Trent, gesturing with his fork. “I’ve only ever been attracted to men.”

“I think my thing is worse,” said Rebecca. “Women are hotter than journalists.”

“It’s worse,” said Roy, almost a growl, then shoved some rice into his mouth so he wouldn’t be expected to keep talking.

“Women are hot,” agreed Keeley.

“Some women are journalists,” said Ted sagely.

“Didn’t we establish journalist is its own gender, now?” said Rebecca.

“Oh, oh,” said Keeley excitedly, “You guys have the trifecta!” She gestured with her hands as if reading the title of a show. “Woman! Man! Journalist!”

“I think there are more than three,” said Trent.

“Wait,” said Jamie, “which of us is the journalist?”

“I don’t think—” Trent began, but Keeley plowed right on.

“I think I’m the closest we’ve got,” she said cheerfully. “PR, and all.”

“Ooh, does that mean I can be ‘woman’?” said Jamie.

“This is stupid,” Roy said.

“Did you want to be ‘woman’?” Jamie asked, completely earnestly. “You can be ‘woman’ if you want. I’m good at being ‘man’.”

“This feels loaded,” said Rebecca to Trent, who gave a speculative, agreeing hum.

“Wait, we can do that?” said Ted, perking up, not hearing either of his partners. He turned to Rebecca. “Hey, boss, can I be ‘woman’ for a second?”

“Well, I don’t want to be ‘man’,” she said.

“You can be ‘journalist’ if you like,” said Trent, giving up on fighting this. “I don’t mind.”

“That’s worse,” said Rebecca.

“Wait, wait, no, I’ll be ‘journalist’,” said Ted. “Trent, you can be ‘woman’—”

“We can all be ‘woman’,” said Rebecca, “We don’t need to have one of each, do we?”

“No, no, I want to try ‘journalist’,” Ted said. “Can I put a pen behind my ear? I’ll borrow Trent’s a notebook.” He looked sideways at Trent. “An empty one.”

“I can be ‘woman’,” Trent said, almost tiredly. “I’ll try any of them. I don’t mind.”

“Fine,” said Rebecca, “We’re ‘woman’,” she gestured between her and Trent, “and Ted’s ‘journalist’.”

“…y’know,” said Ted, “Now that I’ve tried it, I think I’ll stick with ‘man’. It was fun to try, though!”

“Good. Trent, you’re ‘journalist’ again.”

“Can I just be all of them?” Trent asked.

“…Sure.” said Rebecca.

“Neat!” said Ted.

“I hate all of you,” said Roy.

“It’s okay,” said Jamie, patting his shoulder. “You can be ‘woman’.”

“We could all be ‘woman’,” Keeley suggested.

“No, one of each is the point, innit? Di-vers-i-teh.”

“Love wins,” said Trent dryly.

Jamie pointed at him. “Exactly!” he said, but it sounded more like exact-leh!

“You know,” said Keeley, leaning over to whisper to Roy, “this isn’t what I expected from a girl talk crisis/double date. Triple date? Whatever. Thanks for agreeing to this, by the way.”

Roy grunted in a way that said I’m saying that I hate this but I’m still here, aren’t I?

It was the kind of grunt he would let out at a Diamond Dogs meeting.

“I think it’s funny,” said Jamie. He stole a rangoon from Roy, who looked close to stabbing his hand with his fork, but reluctantly allowed it. Jamie grinned at him, and Roy looked marginally less annoyed.

“This is my nightmare,” Roy said.

“Worse than the Diamond Dogs?” Ted asked him brightly, eyebrows raising.

“What is this, anyway?” Trent said.

“Does it need a name?” said Rebecca.

“Absolutely it does!” Ted said.

“Throuple troubles?” Keeley suggested. “Triple throuple threat?”

“Love the alliteration,” said Ted brightly.

“Hate the word throuple,” said Roy. “And yes. Worse than the Diamond Dogs.”

“He’s lying,” Keeley stage whispered.

“The fuck is a diamond dog?” Jamie asked. “Is that another gender?”

“No,” said Roy at the same time Trent said, “Absolutely.”

“What, are you fucking collecting them?” Roy, rather ironically, barked at him.

“Yes,” said Trent, with no change in expression. “Yes, I am. Except for when I’m not.”

“It’s an impressive collection,” said Ted helpfully. “I’ve seen it.”

“He’s like a dragon,” said Rebecca, immediately going in on the joke.

“Piles and piles of gender everywhere,” said Ted.

“We’ve asked her to stop leaving it all over the place, but they never listen,” said Rebecca.

“A whole, shiny hoard,” said Ted. “She loves it.”

“Yes, well,” said Trent, getting a little flustered like they always did when people actually bothered to switch up their pronouns.

“Riiight,” said Jamie, in the tone of someone who didn’t understand what this meant but was enjoying it regardless. “Don’t suppose I can borrow some?”

“Jamie!” said Keeley, swatting his shoulder. “You can’t just ask to borrow someone’s gender!”

“I don’t mind,” said Trent, not missing a beat. “I’ve got a variety, any preferences?”

“This whatever it is getting too fucking elaborate,” said Roy. “I don’t know what you’re fucking saying. Gender isn’t a tangible object. It’s a fucking social construct. Fuck’s sake.”

“Do you want some gender, too?” said Jamie, batting his eyelashes.

“…what kind.”

“Any kind,” said Trent. “And you’re right, gender is a social construct. So while I was actually joking, I do actually have a lot of bracelets you could borrow. Or something.”

They jingled their wrists, showing the obvious child-made rainbow bracelets around them off.

“Do you have any earrings?” Jamie asked.

“What do you take me for,” said Trent. “Of course I have earrings.”

“Really?” said Ted, intensely. “I’ve never seen you wear earrings.”

He looked like he very much was picturing Trent wearing earrings.

“Well, it’s a whole hassle,” said Trent hastily, “with my hair and all, and also l—well, I have to tie it back, it’s—it’s a whole thing, but I have them.”

“Coach, do you want to wear earrings?” Jamie asked Ted. “I’ve got some, too.” And then to Trent, “we could swap. How would like a Jamie Tartt gender?”

“Is gender just clothes?” Roy demanded. “What the fuck.”

“No idea,” said Jamie.

“Maybe?” said Rebecca.

“Sort of,” said Keeley, as Ted said something along the lines of well, sure, I guess I’d try earrings, but my ears aren’t actually pierced—

“I do not leave clothes everywhere,” said Trent. “For the record. That was the—” he made an incomprehensible gesture. “……….gender.”

“I feel like we’ve gotten wildly off topic,” said Rebecca.

“We need to pierce Coach’s ears,” said Jamie firmly. “Immediateleh.”

“Absolutely not???” said Rebecca.

“Let him speak,” said Trent, leaning back.

“Maybe we should let a professional do that, babe,” said Keeley.

“Find me something sharp,” said Roy, which was incredibly foreboding.

“Ohkay!” said Ted. “That can be! For later I think!”

“Team field trip?” said Jamie, hopefully.

“I—maybe,” said Ted.

Jamie pumped his fist. “Yes!”

“Who says I’m not a professional?” Roy interrupted, almost a shout. “I’ve pierced ears before! Safely!”

“You have?” said Rebecca.

“I have a niece,” said Roy, as if that explained anything.

“We know, babe, but did you use the proper equipment or a random needle you found lying around?” Keeley asked.

“Do you have a needle?” Roy asked hopefully.

“Roy.”

“…okay, I didn’t use a random needle,” said Roy, sounding disappointed.

“You are really eager to stab someone, huh?” said Trent, part amused and part wary.

“Non-lethally,” Roy said, jabbing a finger in Trent’s direction.

“That is not encouraging, somehow!” said Ted.

“We should really do this more often,” Keeley said to Rebecca. “Congratulations on the hot boyfriends, by the way.”

“You too,” said Rebecca, lifting her glass. “cheers.”

“Cheers,” Keeley laughed, and clinked her glass against Rebecca’s.

trent, demi and mostly into men, being shocked to realize he's into ted AND rebecca: what the fuck rebecca, shocked and horrified to realize she's into ted AND a fucking journo: WHAT THE FUCK ted, bisexual and just happy to be here: you guys are both so hot and wonderful :)

#my writing #snippet

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depressedhatakekakashi · 10 months

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Thinking about the the worst Hokage, minus Hiruzen is really difficult… it’s a bit like trying to make a mortal rating of characters based on decisions they made when they were in power. Problem with that is assuming that they are above human feelings and bias… No one is going to be completely good or completely evil, and while an improvement may not be perfect it can still be better than the previous situation.

Hashirama made a school to teach kids how to fight, yes. Which was better than what was happening before where they were sent off to “learn” on the battlefield.

Tobirama had very strong prejudices against the Uchiha, which were deeply ingrained in him as a means of survival after a lifetime of fighting against them. He also advanced a lot of the institutions and systems that set Konoha up to thrive.

Minato may not have done much but when faced with a catastrophe, he did his best to minimize the damage and casualties.

Hiruzen (and I say this as really despising him) probably genuinely thought he was doing the right thing when he took over as Hokage again after Minato’s death and in all of the terrible things that happened after.

Tsunade was doing the best she could moving from crisis to crisis but it was also a job that she didn’t want, and she made that known.

I don’t know enough about what Kakashi does as Hokage but there will certainly be things in it that weren’t the best option.

I think that sometime people forget that leaders are human too, capable of making less than perfect decisions or able to turn things into a perfect utopia in just a few years. There is another problem in there where changing people’s takes an incredibly long time and is a very slow and painful process… but I’ve already already dumped a bunch of stuff here.

See i don’t expect any of them to be perfect. I don’t think Kakashi is a ‘perfect Hokage’ as there is no such thing.

But i do hold a certain standard and ‘clan Massacure’ is far below that standard.

Tobirama loses points for admitting he thinks that ‘if the Uchiha clan died to protect Konoha then it’s a good thing’. That’s never an acceptable stance to have. Children were killed and there’s never an acceptable time to agree that it was alright to Massacure children.

As you said Tsunade was just trying to survive and keep the village going for the five years she was in power.

I’ve said it myself, Minato wasn’t Hokage long enough to be a good or bad Hokage. He never got a chance to do anything meaningful.

Kakashi’s time as Hokage are only really addressed in ‘Kakashi Retusden’ so you’d have to read the book, but even he’s bias against himself. Like this man actually did do some meaningful good changes (capture enemies instead if killing and even going so far as having iruka teach him how to knock an enemy out because he’s only ever known to kill. The Acadamy being open to everyone even if they’re not going to be Shinobi and just want to learn things that can help them in their every day life, creating trade agreements with the other villages and helping Konoha become an economic giant instead of just being a shinobi village). Kakashi did all of this and still craps on himself so much that he thinks Minato, a man who had no opportunity to do anything as hokage, was more deserving of a book than him. He also never expected anyone to like him. He thinks about an old woman in Kiri who spit on him during a visit and he holds no anger toward her because he understands people are going to be angry and hurt after all the war. Her son died to a Konoha shinobi and Kakashi accepts her anger being directed at him)

I will say that Tobirama making the system as is is honestly not something i look up to. Like, i know he may not have intended it to be used the way it was, but five year olds at the acadamy learning to fight? Six-ten year olds doing the chunin exams? He set those things up and as someone who was a child soldier for a war against the Uchiha i HATE it. His brother wanted so much better for future generations and Tobirama focused soley on making Konoha a military village and nothing else

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#1, #4, #25 character meme for Javert?

Original ask game post is here - Please do send me more! LM characters greatly preferred, but I'll take Anna Karenina and other such lit characters, try me!

All for Javert! children_shouting_yay.wav

Why do you like or dislike this character?

Everything? No? Too easy of an answer? Puts hands on my cheeks… Man… I just… I think Javert's so cool. Pathetic in his own way, purposefully ignorant, sad, but cool and confident nonetheless. I looooove characters who are incredibly confident and faithful to something that isn't good for them. I love characters who are misguided but nonetheless noble in their own right. I love characters that double down on the worst versions of themselves, only to have a big crushing crisis later. I could go on. I also just really like detective stories, not only cop dramas but all sorts of mysteries. I think they make for compelling storytelling... I also just really like how he looks, 40-50 years old, masculine, tall, stern, well-dressed, BIIIIG SIDEBURNS (favorite bit tbh), top hat… I really like that sort of thing… Characters with lots of clothes. Big facial hair, collars, hats, and sleeves especially. Pointing at Javert. This is my hole it was made for me

If you could put this character in any other media, be it a book, a movie, anything, what would you put them in?

Hmmm… I do think about this a lot, but the answer I have for you is perhaps a bit odd. I've been reading a lot of books lately, and I often think about throwing all the book characters of a general time period into a big crossover hangout. LM, Hugo's other works, Anna Karenina, Phantom of the Opera, all those sorts of books. Putting them all in a box and shaking them around. In particular, I think Javert would be fond of (or perhaps just suck up to) Minister Karenin from AK. "A magistrate is never wrong" etc. I also have a Blade Runner au where Javert is a replicant Blade Runner himself. Maybe one day I'll do art of that!

What was your first impression of this character? How about now?

There are certain characters that have floated into my life through one channel or another that IMMEDIATELY leave a strong impression on me. I will hear a character speak, read a character's intro, or see their design, and it's like a lightbulb of "Oh I am going to fall in love with them, aren't I?" … I say this because Javert was one of those characters. I was very, very young when I saw a production of the LM musical (mom took to me a lot of musicals when i was a baby) and because of my burgeoning uniform appreciation (due to Barbie and the Nutcracker viewing at a critical moment) I saw the Javert come in and was like… Ooooo. I tried to read Les Mis when I was about 10 and simply lost interest somewhere in the MsurM chapters because of how awkward the translation was (it was that godforsaken purple paperback. you know the one). Still, Javert remained in my heart for all this time, albeit in the shadows until the surge of 2012 fandom... let's not talk about that time... and then, now. He's one of the foundational characters in my collection of blorbos. Now, I feel even "closer" to him, insofar as one can get close to a fictional character. The previous bouts of Javert Appreciation have been naught but fleeting things… Now. I am fully obssessed. This is my final form. Etc.

#and thank you to youuuuu #fc consternation tag

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ohhh my god i don't even know where to start. this dumb bitch popped up on my "foryou" page (twitter) and they had thisp rofile picture of smithers smoking. like, that one where he's all unshaven and such. from "blood feud," if you actually fucking know anything about him. anywayh i checked their profile and they aren't even a simpsons fan, that insipid fucking cunt.

i don't know why it's pissing meo ff so much?? i hate people in my territory. shut up about your transition, i don't care. good for you, i'm prettier. i'm better at being trans. i'm cuter. i'm handsomer. i look good in skirts and jeans. everybody has thought that i'm hot shit since i was born. my doctor said i should've gotten into modeling when i was a toddler. people still say that about me, even as a man. if i were on testosterone, it would look better on me. you'll never be anything compared to me. i hope you live your life knowing that, living in my shadow, you failure of a man.

i'm so territorial, i don't know why. other people are allowed to be simpsons fans, but never one-up me. I'M the smithers guy. that's MY special interest. you've never felt the way i feel about him. you don't think about him as much as i do. i bet you're not even autistic. i bet he isn't even your comfort character. you could be having a paranoid episode and he wouldn't even help. i bet you're not even psychotic. just another way that i'm more worldly than you. i know everything, bitch. my disabilities give me experience. my heart and lungs and eyes may hurt constantly and i may be constantly confused and scared but at least i have experiences. i'm interesting. can you say the same???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

how fucking vapid. i bet they don't even know the context of the photo. how conceited of you to identify yourself by his pain without even understanding it. "ohhh he looks depressed he's smoking isn't that so me??" no it isn't. you'll never spend as many hours psychoanalyzing him as i have. you'll never be as knowledgeable as i am. one day, you'll be dead and gone, and you'll have nothing. i'll have everything. i'm going to be something.

that's my main special interest, man. i'm fine with people using simpsons profile pictures or posting about the simpsons without being a fan, but I'M the authority on smithers. he's not even popular. there are like five other fans of him. yet people who don't even think about him like that invade my space, my domain. i'll kill you, dumbass.

people masquerading as me, pretending to be something special. remember that evil bitch who uploaded that stupid post on here in 2023? "oh smithers would listen to lana del ray. smithers would be a tumblr user. smithers would post about fucking that old man and we'd all think it was normal." SHUT UP I HATE YOU. i hate yoy i hate you ia hate yoiu i fucking HATE YOU. SHUT UP AND DIE. I WISH YOU WERE DEAD. i'll bash your head in if we ever cross paths, cunt. (NOT BEING LITERAL don't report me)

the way they took my prestige from me. it got, what? tens of thousands of notes, maybe hundreds of thousands? i don't remember. they didn't deserve that. look at their tumblr, they don't even post about them. fucking south park fan. pretending to care about him when i deserve all their glory.

i was so upset back then. i was taking a break from tumblr and didn't even know what was happening. i found out a month or two after it went viral. i was so ruined. everything was destroyed. everything was gone. i thought i failed. i was so upset with myself and i couldn't shake it off for days until i eventually called a crisis hotline. i just couldn't take it. i can't fucking live like this. but then i just started thinking like... wait....what's my problem?? it's THEIR fault. THEY'RE the one who hurt me. nobody can do that. the worst crime in the world is bothering me, offending me, making me doubt myself. what a devil. fucking pig.

i never confronted them or anything, i don't do that. but every fucking day i thought about them and how much i hated them. i stopped at some point but thinking about them still makes me so fucking angry. they think they're so big. they think theye'r as good as i am. news flash, dumbass!! we aren't equal, we aren't all special. it's what parents tell us to make us feel good about ourselves but still be good to others. you're below me. you're an ant under my foot, i'm a god. you're nothing compared to me. stay in your lane. live and die in your disgusting pocket of earth.

i hate when people think they can just do whatever they want with my interests. like them or find something else. find some ugly anime aesthetic image if you want your profile picture to be smoking so bad. you post selfies, do it yourself! you'll never make it work, though.

i can't even vent about it on twitter because they're mutuals with one of my mutuals. that's my favorite mutual on there, they can't see me parasocially telling their other mutual to kill themselves.

god i hope this doesn't pop up in any tags. i'd hate if other simpsons fans saw this. what if they go on my main?? i'll be fucking ruined. those boors aren't ready for an openly narcissistic influence. i don't even have a following on my main yet. i need to become their god first.

WAIT fuck i forgot to block them on twitter. i don't even remember their handle. i don't even know if i can go back. just seeing their page makes me so fucking angry. thinking about them makes me angry. i need them dead. i can't wait to check out their obituary in 40 years and see that i outlive them. i'll have achieved godhood while they'll have come and gone like a passing fad. i'll have freedom and fame, i'll be a revolutionary. i'll sell books and they'll be best-sellers. i'll change the way the world looks at us. but not them. i'll be something, though.

#vent #nevermind me!! i'm having a narcissistic rage episode!! also i've been playing needy streamer overload again lately and i think it's #influencing how i type a bit

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the-judicial-assistants-notebook · 1 year

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oh the ones I wanted to send are taken already UHM.. Wrightdot and/or Franmaya? (the latter isn't my cup of tea but I'm interested to hear your thoughts on it!)

HELLO, GRACE, MY DARLING FRIEND GRACE 💖💕💕💞♥️💝❤️💗❤️💖💖💕💝💞♥️💗💞 Thank you for the ask; I am honoured you actually wanted to hear me talk about multiple ships whsjdhj 💖💘💗

Wrightdot:

Grace, trying to answer this gave me some sort of quarter-life existential crisis, and I am a bit hysterical rn. Through the laughter and the screaming, I have to admit that... I kind of............ get it??????? I WOULDNT SAY I SHIP IT, BUT, LIKE. THEY'RE SO FUNNY BUT ALSO REALLY SAD AND IM????? IDK WHAT I THINK SJWVSHDHFKDH

Ultimately, though, ULTIMATELY. I can't quite get past the whole 'that is Mia's ex who is still very much in love with her, and her protege' thing. She's played too much of a role in both their lives for them to see very far past her influence on one another, and I don't think it'd be very healthy for them to try pursuing a romantic relationship; because I feel like they'd inevitably end up trying to fill the space Mia left in their lives through the other person which just wouldn't work. I definitely think they should have some sort of a relationship, though! I think Diego cryptically mentoring Phoenix and being very unhelpful most days, but always really solid help deep down, is very fun and kind of important for them post-BttT. I think they should get to truly know one another, beyond the masks and the projection, and Diego has a lot more experience being a lawyer than Phoenix, so he'd definitely be able to help with all the moral quandaries that are bound to come up later on. Plus he'd Get the whole 7-yg Phoenix attitude thing because... he's been there. I think he could've been helpful, and it's a shame we don't get to see them be, if not friends, respected acquaintances.

Alternatively, though, the idea of Phoenix having a casual conversation with Diego only for the fleeting thought of "Wow, he's really attractive" to stop him dead in his tracks and make him question his whole life and go to therapy and Leave the Country™ is so funny to me. Alternatively-alternatively, I get the romance of it. It's the whole pulling back the mask, having someone who really understands you, being accepted in spite of your worst flaws, moving on from grief and loss with another hand in yours and NOPE. I CANT TALK ABOUT THIS. I DONT SHIP IT BUT IDK! IDK!!!! IM THROWING THEM BOTH OFF A CLIFF, AND THEN IM THROWING MYSELF OFF A CLIFF. I AM DONE. GOODBYE.

Franmaya:

Okay, after standing in the shower and staring at a wall for 3 hours, I can talk normally again, which is good because I have to explain this.

I know the people who ship them don't do it in this way, but? Honestly? Franmaya is one of those wlw ships that strike me as two female characters being shoved together because they're left hanging once the main male couple whom everyone actually cares about (nrmts in this case) gets together, and because no one can find anything interesting to say about them as individuals, so now they're lesbians. Yay! (And also because people maybe don't want to be seen as only shipping mlm ships for fear of being told they're fetishising them.) And I know that that's not true and that most Franmaya shippers love both of them individually (as we all should), but something about them always makes me hear the feminine AI TikTok voice going, "Diversity Win 😊👍🎉!" in my head and conjures up images of Western corporate advertisements during the month of June (hence the love is love coca-cola).

And I know this isn't the case, but ???? I think it's mainly because I genuinely do not understand this ship. I don't usually need ships to be supported by canon for me to ship them, but what we've been given by canon doesn't help me see these two as ever being friends, let alone girlfriends. I understand the reasoning of "they both have self-worth issues so they'd understand each other", and that's a perfectly good reason to ship people, but like. I kind of want more? I kind of want them to be able to connect on a level that goes beyond them having similar issues? And probably the folks who do ship Franmaya do have reasons that go beyond that, like maybe Maya teaches Franziska how to lighten up and not take herself so seriously, and Franziska shows Maya that she doesn't always have to be the easiest version of herself to be loved. And that's all lovely! But I... don't want them to fix each other--

See, the versions of Franmaya I've seen floating around either boil them down to a wlw version of nrmts OR they make them out to be this saccharine, perfect, happy lesbian couple who are so, so wonderful and sweet to each other. Which is. Great! I love seeing women happy! But -- I'm sorry -- it's so BORING to me. It always seems to fix them a little (even if it's just around each other), and I like their flaws. I like that Franziska's a bit of an uppity, violent snob, and I like that Maya is a bit of a naive, insecure girl. I don't want them to fix each other, but I've tried twisting them the other way round, too! I've tried giving them the Krisnix treatment where they just amplify each other's worst traits, because they share similar insecurities and would know where to prod to make it hurt, but! I find that even less appealing and workable, tbh. Maya at her worst might let someone walk all over her for momentary wisps of affection disguised as acceptance of her flaws? But she has good and smart friends! Nick would never let her be in a toxic relationship like that, and he'd stay with her until she realises it's bad for her! And Franziska, regardless of how she may feel about being in Edgeworth's shadow, would never let anyone else even suggest that to her. The moment she gets a hint of that kind of disrespect, she is gone. She doesn't need you, make no mistake of that.

And it all really comes back to the fact that I can't see them connecting as friends. With Emaziska, I could see how they could be genuinely good friends and then more, but with Franmaya it's just... Not there for me. I can't see them progressing beyond the "oh, that's my little-older brother's friend's sister" stage the way you might be "friends" with your parents' friend's kids, you know? Like, yeah, you guess you're friends with them, but it's nothing serious or real. That's how I view their relationship. I'm not averse to being persuaded to ship them (in fact, I'd like to have them explained to me; they have cute art!) but I have tried and ehhh?? Doesnt do much for me, sorry, Franmaya 😔

#experienced the entire breadth of human emotion on the train today thank you Grace i can always count on you to make me Feel & Think 💖💕♥️#wrightdot #franmaya #this is my bias talking but i feel like franziska could be better friends with iris than she ever could mia or maya. girls who stab people #and girls who whip people just have an intrinsic connection y'know? like her and adrian <3 wjakdgskdh #idk how these keep getting so long!!! thank you though i LOVED answering both of these even if nrgd sent me into a spiral <3 #laying out my thoughts about franmaya was very fun too. i enjoyed answering this tremendously #sorry it took a hot minute. i was really Going Through It

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