#How it all started

[marionette-j2x]

The Stanley Parable: New Script AU

CHAPTER 1: "The First Intruder"

(CW: Flashing/Glitching/Uncanny Valley)

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@insomniphic @blackkatdraws2 *wink wonk*

[bimoonphases]

@wolfstarmicrofic June 16 - prompt 16: Cottage [word count 526]

Remus smiled as he took in the outside of the cottage, the windows letting in so much light, the wisteria framing the main door, the roses in the big garden. The village was quiet, with small shops, a communal centre and a train station should they decide not to Apparate everywhere or just play along for their Muggle neighbours. The lorry with all the new furniture had been hired for that, even if they had then placed everything in its place using magic. Remus smiled as he walked around the house, reaching the back garden. Sirius was staring at what looked like a tiny Swiss chalet, his head cocked to one side.

"Moony, what do you think?" he asked as soon as he saw him.

Remus walked up to him. As soon as summer had come, Sirius had closed up both Grimmauld Place and the flat they had shared in London before Halloween 1981, packing up the few belongings he could still look at without breaking down. They had chosen the village together, a peaceful place with countryside all around it, no closed spaces or the sea to avoid reminding Sirius of those lost twelve years, and a large garden for Remus to remind him of his childhood home. They had both left London behind with no regrets, along with the past seventeen years of war, turmoil and heartbreak. This would be their new life, together at last.

"What is it?" Remus asked.

"I wanted to build you a book shed in the garden," Sirius smiled. "But it needs to be cozy enough for the wolf to curl up into on the Fulls."

"I think it's perfect," Remus said, passing his arms around Sirius's waist. "But you know there's the Wolfsbane Potion now, right? I don't need to be exiled during the full moon, I just turn and basically be myself in wolf form, I'm not a danger to anyone."

"I know, it's just that I figured that however harmless it could come as a shock to the kids if they come across a big wolf asleep in the living room without warning. And since we probably won't tell them about your furry little problem until they're old enough not to tell anyone..."

Remus looked at Sirius, a smile tugging at his lips.

"The kids, Padfoot?"

Sirius blushed.

"I know we said we'd wait, but..." he started. "But we don't know when St Mungo's will come across abandoned children, it could take years even if we're on their list... And there are two lovely bedrooms upstairs and it's sad to just leave them like this, as guest bedrooms with nothing particularly nice in them. And the garden is so big, we could have a swing set in the front and plant a vegetable garden so they'll learn about it, and-"

Remus interrupted him with a kiss.

"We'll go to St Mungo's tomorrow and have them put us on their waiting list for adoption," he smiled.

"I love you, Moony," Sirius sighed. "We'll be great fathers, you and I."

"I can't wait to be a dad by your side," Remus whispered, pulling him back into a kiss.

[hldonlyfornic]

Bagel Hat's little timeline to remember. ♥️

april 11 • Nicola talks about how she got a free hat shopping at popup bagels new york last week.

april 13 • new Jake's profile picture wearing the hat. At Nicola's hotel by the way 😆

may/june • both wear the hat randomly during Nic is traveling and Jake is filming, but never at the same time.

August 18th ♥️

[dailycraigtucker]

Season 12, Episode 10, Pandemic

Day 11

[duraxxor]

How did he and Arrydahlia meet? What is most memorable about her for him?

(Sketches of Alphus (Lil' Dura) and Lil' Arry)

" It all starts with the children. "

- Alphus speaking to Commander B'andtherion

As some of you know, I did not have the easiest childhood. Well, at least the ones that have bothered to ask. " The Lord's voice flowed at a narratively serious octave, resounding as much bitterness as he often had. " I often went to the academy with little more than the resolve to get through to the final bell toll. All of the children didn't want anything to do with me. And those that did, they either were chastised or removed from the academy to a more pristine establishment. In the eyes of the adults, I was stain on a perfect record. A scar, such as the one that I've had on my face since I was of that age. Numbers. I may have excelled in mathematics, but numbers are what always crushed me beneath their heel. Every day, I felt as though no matter what I said, I was in a chokehold. I was alone. And the only comfort I had was going home every day to my mother in one piece.

And then, she fell into my life.

A recent transfer from another noble house arrived that day. I remember choosing to even acknowledge it. " The flow of Duraxxor's voice continued to hold a solemnness to it, picking up in volume as the story begin to transition into a pivotal point in the life of Alphus. " Arrydhalia Bloodsinger. " Something about that name tickled my senses as a child. Perhaps it was the dark humor that resided in my little mind. How there were times I wanted to do more than defend myself. The children began to whisper amongst themselves. Speaking of things that reminded me of how they treated me.

" Beaver tooth. Rabbit face. Four eyes. Toothpick. " These names were describing her physical form. And it had earned her my attention as I growled in irritation behind a book. But I saw wasn't any of those things. I see a nervous girl trembling in her introduction. Frizzy, dark tresses that were like entangling vines. Spectacles in the shape of circles that caused her gaze to appear bigger than it truly was. And yes, her form was quite lithe. I honestly don't know how when I came to find out that girl could eat snacks like a horse. " The Lord couldn't contain the laughter in the recollection of his tale.

For a brief, we had exchanged glances after she had been seated at her desk during the same subject of mathematics. I remember her having her nose in that book like it was her life. Even when we had been dismissed to recess, she carried a book with her. And rather than try to play with the other children, chose to settle under a tree in the schoolyard and just... read. And it just so happened that day, I was in that tree from my daily climb to avoid the others. But it seemed today those other children had something in mind.

" Oh look, it's Arrydorkia! Hahaha! " One of the boys stated like a bullfrog.

" Bloodsinger. More like, Mudsinger, am I right fellows? " Another one stated flatly.

Try as she might, she was crumbling under their words no matter how much she stuck her head in that book. Wilting like a flower that wouldn't make it to bloom. The third of the party started to grin mischievously.

" Hey, look at us when we are talking to you. How about I see what you are re-Huh? " The third lad began to reach for her book, but it was quickly stopped by a tight grasp of the hand of another. My younger self had chosen to jump out of the tree between Arrydhalia and the group of boys. I still remember the look of horror on their faces when I gave them a scowl that hinted that death may be knocking at their doorstep.

" Leave. Her. Alone. " Three words never stated as unsettling from my youth's lips as those that day. And they knew that I meant business.

" It's that Daevara freak... Veralt, we should go. Last week he beat the boulders off of that Big Therim. " One of the other boys promoted an issue to their third, party member.

Veralt jerking his hand away before rolling his eyes. " Tch. Daevara and Bloodsinger? Oh, how I cannot wait to tell the others about this... you will regret this protecting her, Alphus... " The boys immediately took off, giggling like a bunch of ninnies now that they had a new rumor to play with. Such is the way of children of nobility.

And when I turned to ask if she was alright. Instead of seeing the face of a girl who was crying or trembling in fear. I saw the eyes of wonder, admiration. Her blue eyes sparkled as she looked to be overwhelmed with joy. And rather than speaking, I decided to settle my own bottom next to her.

" Hey, your name's Arry, right? " I asked, carefully and cautiously. My voice seemed even a little more hopeful. " Whacha' readin' there? "

She had given a bit of a chirp in her voice. Her cheeks turning a rosy pigment as she turned back to her book. That was the first time she had smiled since she arrived. I could never forget those big teeth. How precious they looked in my eyes. At the time I didn't know it, but she was already appreciative of me and the fact I took a genuine interest in her books. And then, she went on to tell me what the book was about.

" It's a story, about a man that became a hero of justice in the streets. And he wore a red scarf. . . "

To be continued?

[[ Tagging for soft mentions of @kelzthalassunwhisper and @arrydhalia ]]

[velnica]

FFXIVWrite2024 #3 — Tempest

The shoji slid open with gusto, and Master Mathelin practically leapt out of the doorway, fist in the air. “We have a boy!” he yelled.

CW: Pregnancy and childbirth (non-graphic)

AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/49833130/chapters/149571925

[vikenticomeshome]

Cyberchase: How It All Started (Episode 3)

This comic was later renamed to Cyberchase Web Adventures Episode 3.

This is third episode, so let's make the intro more abbreviated.

The only credit for the production was a general copyright by the Educational Broadcasting Corporation. It used to be available for free online. Now, I am archiving it for the fans.

I will use the original 2001 version of the panels with the dark blue border when possible. However, if this is unavailable, I will use the redesigned version with the light-blue border.

If you want to see the comic with the simpler animations, go find my curation from Blue Maxima's Flashpoint Archive Project. I can't reproduce the animations on Tumblr.

I'll save my thoughts for the end, unless I absolutely need to make editor's notes.

Go.

Narration: Having escaped from the clutches of Hacker, Digit returns to Motherboard, and is greeted warmly by Dr. Marbles.

Dr. Marbles: Welcome home, Digit. While we cannot reformat the past - we can upload a brighter future.

Digit: I couldn't have said it better myself, Doc!

Narration: Hacker is furious that Digit changed sides and returned to Motherboard.

The Hacker: Nobody - not Motherboard, not Dr. Marbles, and certainly not that traitorous tin turkey will stop me from becoming the new ruler of Cyberspace!!!

Delete: Yeah, right boss! The new ruler!

Buzz: Gulp! Whatever you say, boss! Right!

Narration: Meanwhile, on Earth, three kids who don't know each other are about to have the adventure of their lives.

Narration: Meet Jackie, who has her own sense of style...

Jackie: I gotta organize this stuff!

Narration: ...and her own way of doing things!

Narration: Matt lives on a farm with his family, and dreams of being the homerun champ. Little does he know he'll soon be a hero of a different kind.

Narration: Matt is into Greek Mythology big time!

Narration: This is Inez - A computer whiz.

Narration: She loves to visit the Cyberworld of the Internet - But never imagined she could really go there!

Editor's Note: Yeah, I still don't know why they made Inez white here.

Narration: Inez has to get to the library before it closes, but she has a bunch of errands to run first.

Inez: Oh, no, this is not good at all!

Editor's Note: There is a later version of this page where they decided that Nezzie needed a helmet. Safety first.

Editor's Note: And now, we play a flash game called "Bike Route".

Inez: Oh Boy! I've got a lot of errands to run and not much time!

Inez: I've made a map that shows all of the places I need to go. Let me show you.

Editor's Note: Her checklist consists of Home, Betty's House, Post Office, Video Store, and Library

Narration: Inez needs to figure out the shortest number of blocks to get all her chores done and get to the library on time. Can you help her do it?

Narration: Here's a map to use. Inez can do the chores in any order, but she has to end up at the library.

Narration: This box shows the number of blocks you have left to get to the library in time.

Narration: These are all of the errands Inez needs to do.

Narration: Click on the blinking dots to move Inez around.

Narration: Well done!

Narration: You got to the library just in time! Now let's go on with the adventure...

Narration: Back in Cyberspace, Hacker works on a plan that will shut down Motherboard's computer circuits once and for all.

Buzz: Grumph mumph gurgle glunk

The Hacker: Charge me up, boys! It's time to wreak some Cyber-havoc!

Delete: Right, boss, right away!

Narration: Inez, Matt and Jackie are about to meet for the very first time.

Inez: Cool! I made it to the library in time!

Jackie: Man, I've got a ton of homework!

Matt: I can't wait to find out more about that Cerberus!

Editor's Note: The books in Jackie's hands have the writing backwards. The larger one is titled "How to Dye Your Own Fabric". The smaller one is too blurry to make out the title.

Narration: Dr. Marbles is busy giving Motherboard a routine upgrade.

Digit: Here we go, Doc. The Didge has whatever you need!

Narration: Meanwhile, inside the Grim Wreaker, Hacker discovers Inez, Matt and Jackie inside the library.

The Hacker: Yes.. Yes! Pay attention you degradable dunce-buckets, Motherboard's hard drive is about to crash!

Narration: Check out the adventures of the Cybersquad Online & on TV

Narration: Check TV Schedule

Editor's Note: This is another case where I believe the original background for this panel has been lost. This panel states "Check out the adventures of the Cybersquad online & on TV". However, the alt text states "STAY TUNED! THE NEW ADVENTURES OF CYBERCHASE ARE STARTING ONLINE & ON TV JANUARY 21ST!"

And that's the end of the comic.

So, what did I think about it? I enjoyed it. They made some odd choices with some of these panels. The first panel shows Motherboard with the background she got after the virus infection during Season 1 Episode 1 "Lost My Marbles". The second panel clearly shows the Crystal of Calamore that The Hacker retrieved during Season 1 Episode 11 "A Day at the Spa". If this is still canon, then that is a very confusing detail. Of course, with all the expansion to The Hacker's backstory on the show over the years, including contradictory information, we don't know whether this is still canon.

I don't understand why they made the library look like a circus tent. I see circles, squares, and triangles on the railing and trees. They must have adapted a screenshot from the Poddleville Pilot. I can't tell what's sticking out of Matt's bag on that panel. It almost looks like The Map from Dora the Explorer. I wonder if that was an easter egg.

[evanox]

@crabbarts

kicking my legs and giggling at the sleepover. can my OC who I've never drawn or talked about play with your OC who you've never drawn or talked about

[soapbbox]

Tenna watch out for the thirst comments

[hinamie]

newest issue of first years fashion just dropped

[stimmingandstruggling]

more good news from tiktok: they’ve started blocking celebrities.

they’re calling it block party 2024. just blocking and ignoring countless celebrities who havent said shit about palestine. influencers, actors, anyone who went to the met gala, whatever, they’re getting blocked. and people keep talking about how cathartic it is, how good it feels, how they never realized they could DO that. there was some kind of subconscious law against blocking famous people, but it’s broken, and people are LOVING it. and it’s WORKING. a social media/digital advertising coordinator was talking about how ad companies are PANICKING, because they can’t accurately target anymore. so many big influencers, including fucking LIZZO started talking about palestine the MOMENT their follower counts started going down. and the best part? no one is forgiving them. lizzo posted a tiktok asking people to donate to palestinian families, and all the comments just said you’re a multimillionaire. put your money where your mouth is. blocked.

i feel like i’m witnessing the downfall of celebrity culture, right here right now. people are waking up.

[poorly-drawn-mdzs]

Finally caught up with Apothecary Diaries. I can't believe they gave Maomao a gun.

[prlssprfctn]

Batsiblings convince Jason to get himself a cooking Tiktok account, and he gives in. To his surprise, he quickly gains millions of followers and a loyal auditory. The only problem? Jason has no idea that these people came here not necessary for recipes.

Jason: Geez, my followers had been pissing me off lately.

Dick, confused: Huh? Why?

Jason: They keep commenting ATE. Like, dude? Fucking where? I am not eating in my cooking videos. What is the fucking point?

Tim, choking: Oh my fucking God-

Jason, making an angry text post for his followers: YOU ALL. STOP COMMENTING "RAW". MY MEAT IS NOT RAW. I AM A PROPER COOK. WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU???

Cassandra: Maybe it is time to tell him...

Tim, Steph, Duke, in unison: NO

Bruce, awkwardly trying to have a conversation with Jason: Hey, lad, how is your cooking blog is going?

Jason: Uh, people keep commenting cryptid messages. Like, the last time I was showing the right way to tenderise meat for chops because apparently it wasn't clear and someone requested the whole video? Anyway, I did it, and the whole comment section was writing me "in bed, on the floor, on the couch, on a chair, against the wall, against the window, against the door"... Like, why would I do that, not in the kitchen?

Bruce, no less clueless: Maybe it some kind of challenge. Kids love trying new stuff in extreme places nowadays.

Jason: Huh. Maybe. Thanks.

Bruce, just proud to have a proper conversation and somehow a help: Anytime, Jaylad!

Damian, who was unblissfully educated on the slang matter by Tim (because it was his responsibility as a big brother to traumatise him), with his eye twitching: ...None of these words were in Quran

[lazylittledragon]

can't believe we're all adults being forced into the club penguin level of censorship in 2024

[inspectorspacetimerevisited]

Upon finding Ona, the Inspector learns that what they thought was a smart bomb was actually a transformation device.

Ona has accepted that the device will transform her into a very special oil that will allow the Jews of Jerusalem to keep their lamps lit for eight nights. That she is … the Light of the World.

[remcadll]

Dick is never going to get to have a midlife crisis because Bruce is going through his for him. also because he will not be making it to 40.