#Software Commission Magic

[sgtpeppers]

That was... wonderful... to just hear it done for real, after... what? Four years of thinking about it? Wondering whether it would work, wondering if I'd written bits too fast, or too slow, or... to actually sort of... hear it done by real, professional people and the singers. It's... there isn't a word for it, actually.

Standing Stone, by Paul McCartney

Royal Albert Hall Performance (x)

Making Of Documentary (x)

Standing Stone is a 74 minute long classical piece of music, which Paul worked on for four years. It premiered at the Royal Albert Hall on 14 October 1997 with the London Symphony Orchestra and London Symphony Chorus, conducted by Lawrence Foster.

After his success with his first classical piece, The Liverpool Oratorio, Paul was commissioned to create some music to celebrate EMI's centenary. He came up with the idea of exploring "the way a Celtic man might have wondered about the origins of life and the mystery of human existence" and tied this in the with standing stones which to him symbolised something mystical and long lasting.

Photos by Linda McCartney, included on the album.

Paul wrote a poem to assist in getting the story he was trying to convey straight in his head, and it was printed in the booklet of the album. However, Paul wanted the music to work without the listener necessarily knowing the story, for the music to speak for itself, and so wanted to create a piece that "relies entirely on colours and effects drawn from orchestral and choral forces".

He also created two paintings to go alongside it:

I really recommend watching the documentary, Paul is absolutely delightful throughout the whole thing. It's the first time he'd used a computer and software to help him compose and he seems so excited to talk about it (and he has a Wallace & Gromit mouse mat!).

What's also interesting is how the rest of the team spoke about him. They all make a point that this was Paul's creation, and although David Matthews, John Harle, and Richard Rodney Bennet were brought in to assist with the composition, they all talk about Paul's talent, hard work, and the freshness of approach he brought. (The words 'benevolent dictator' may get used at some point, but they also speak of his kindness and generosity.)

It amazes me that someone with no formal music training could make a leap for pop/rock to classical. Composing for an entire 80 piece orchestra and 120 member choir is a completely different skillset to writing a song for the radio (and I'm not saying that's a lesser thing to be able to do, just different). The fact Paul was not only willing to take on the challenge and push himself, but created something so magical speaks to the sheer creative force that he is.

[foolishlovers]

With 2024 coming to an end, I just wanted to give a quick shout-out to my favourite fics I (re)read this year. I have so so much appreciation for all writers creating beautiful works about our beloved angel and demon pair. Reading these sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking, sometimes sappy, sometimes deliciously filthy stories has been a constant source of joy. I truly can't even begin to describe how thankful I am to be part of such an incredibly creative and loving fandom. So so much gratitude for all the different versions of them, all the genders, all the tropes, all the canon fics, and all the human AUs. There are so many more amazing fics I read this year and there are so many more to explore in 2025, but the following few have made themselves a home in my heart. I promise they're worth a read! 💜 [I do fic recs all year long, check out this tag for more.]

Date by @ddagent (2.5k, T)

Every year, Aziraphale is spoiled on his birthday. This year, he decides to do the same for Crowley. There's only one problem - he's not actually sure when Crowley's birthday is.

Roller Derby Queen by @summerofspock (2.5k, M)

Crowley skates for Hell on Wheels and she's pretty good at it too. She'd be better if she weren't so distracted by the new skater on the opposing team.

Sweet Nectar of the Eldritch Gods by @brenna (3.2k, G)

Azira writes a letter to the purveyor of her favorite honeys and sweetness ensues. No offence, but who says “by the by,” by the way? It’s adorable? By the by, do you like wine? Crowley

Poor Men by @why-not-go-with-style (3.9k, G)

What To Do When Two of Your Professors Are Hopelessly in Love With Each Other: an instruction manual by Adam Young (featuring Pepper Moonchild because someone has to be the voice of reason here).

!False (It's Funny Because It's True) by @mirjam-writes (6.4k, E)

Aziraphale drew a long breath through his nose. Crowley, of course it had to be Crowley. The new guy in the sales department, who would promise potential customers just about anything to close a deal. Arrogant, annoying – and wildly, stupidly attractive. Aziraphale hated him.  Aziraphale is a stellar software architect and a project manager, who is so done with the sales department selling unrealistically scheduled and budgeted projects. And he definitely doesn't have a crush on anyone, thank you very much.

Show me where the Nightingale sings by @sabotage-on-mercury (6.5k, G)

After settling into their new home in the South Downs there are still things to process for Aziraphale and Crowley before they can start a new chapter of their life. But winter is turning into spring. There is magic abroad in the air. And finally, the nightingale is back.

The Art of Human Nature by @ineffable-doll (6.5k, T)

Crowley is a painter who has only ever had an eye for nature. That is, until a client named Aziraphale commissions her for a painting to boost her self-confidence, and Crowley discovers that her client is as beautiful as the Earth itself. Then she goes and catches feelings, because she’s a disaster.

Lit by @fellshish (12k, T)

Crowley takes a university course on literature and surprise! The book they’re discussing is Good Omens. Uh oh.

Paradigm Shift by @hakunahistata (13k, E)

“Apologies, apologies! The time got away from me.” Aziraphale Fell entered the room brightly, a binder in one hand, tea mug in the other. Crowley’s languid sprawl went rigid as the senior accounting analyst who had been the indulgent secret in the back of his mind took the seat opposite him.   Or, Crowley Pines at the Office: An AU.

Feast by @ashfae, mostlyjustgoose (15k, E)

Crowley's spent the whole of lockdown asleep. Aziraphale has spent the whole of lockdown baking, cooking, and becoming increasingly frustrated with his solitude. Which eventually leads him to the perfect way to solve all his problems at once... Or, Aziraphale attempts to seduce Crowley with a truly excellent meal, and Crowley is amenable.

Ever-Fixed by @hkblack (19k, E)

Aziraphale Fell had a plan. Go to school, get his degree, and start his life with his beloved at his side as man and wife. Until one day Crowley disappears. Decades later he meets a man, and finds the love of his life again. Anthony J. Crowley, suave, cool, masculine, in control, unflappable, has spent decades building himself up. He refuses to let his confident facade disappear for Aziraphale, who once almost tumbled down the stairs to certain death because his nose was stuck in a book. It’s just sex, and they’ve been dating for months, this time around. There’s no need to get his knickers in a knot. But the past isn’t easy to let go of, even if you’re both avoiding it. A story about love, intimacy, and finding each other again. (Alternatively: Tender smut, but then I wrote love story flashbacks, and now it's just emotional and there's plot in my pornography)

Fireworks by @optimistic-starlight (19k, E)

He had to get himself under control. Aziraphale needed him. That prick boyfriend of his drained so much of Aziraphale's time and energy, dampened so much of the gentle, beaming happiness that Crowley had always adored about him. He needed Crowley there to support him, to do the things a best friend should be there to do. And, well, if Crowley needed him too, if he had to subsume his own pain to focus on making Aziraphale happy, that was something he could bear quietly. He could do it for his angel. Crowley groaned and dropped his head against the tiled wall of the shower. His angel. He had to stop thinking of him like that.

Maybe Next Christmas by @flamingbentleyy (21k, T)

Airports were tricky business, but waiting in airports was as close to hell as one could possibly get. Nobody knew it better than Aziraphale, whose luck had made him end up in one right on Christmas Eve of all days. Although his airport experience turned a little less hellish and a whole lot more entertaining after he ran into an old college friend in that same airport. And then again. And again…

The Small Ad by @theladydrgn, @sylwritesstuff (32k, E)

WORK WANTED: Partner For Hire. Tall, lanky ginger of arguable gender available to be your significant other to keep pesky relatives, nosy coworkers, or well-meaning friends at bay. Able to be as annoying or as polite as you like. Causing a fight over Christmas dinner with your odd, bigoted uncle/aunt/cousin will require an extra £200 up front. £50 for the first hour, negotiable otherwise. Ciao.   It isn't the sort of advertisement Aziraphale usually paid any attention to, but desperate times do indeed call for desperate measures.

Heavenly Wicked Cafe by @waitingtobebroken (33k, T)

There is a terribly rude barista that makes amazing coffee and a saint of a barista, whose coffee tastes vile. And they are in love.

Petrichor & Parchment by @katnoggin (33k, E)

“Mr. Crowley, I presume?” Aziraphale asked in lieu of an introduction, which was not forthcoming. The guy hadn’t even removed his sunglasses. Oh God, he had a tattoo on his face. Aziraphale wasn’t one to judge, but… what kind of gardener had a snake tattoo on his face? Now also available as a podfic from Literarion  [Huuuge recommendation for the podfic!!]

The Heart of the Forest by Kalimyre (33k, E)

Retired librarian Aziraphale moves into a small, isolated cottage deep in the forest with a strange history. He soon realises he's not alone in the woods; a presence watches him. But as he begins to befriend the stranger that lurks in the trees, Aziraphale comes to understand there's more to him than appearances suggest - and Aziraphale's own destiny may be tied to the mysterious creature with the golden eyes.

in your own time by @ineffabildaddy (33k, E)

Aziraphale and Crowley grew up together as next-door neighbours on Hogback Lane, classmates at the local Catholic school, and inseparable best friends. By the age of eighteen, both were hopelessly in love with the other, despite the knowledge that they were doomed to live apart, as Crowley aimed to pursue university study in London and Aziraphale committed himself to remaining in Tadfield, dedicating his life to the Church. After almost twenty years spent away from his hometown, renowned botanist Crowley decides to come and visit Tadfield again at a moment's notice; the purpose of his visit is to speak at a Careers Day for the school he and Aziraphale, now a beloved priest and a frequent helper at the school, attended. The twenty-four hours that follow will change both of their lives for ever.

Between Comfort And Chaos by anathxmadevice (45k, T)

“And how long have you two been a couple?” “Oh, I—” Aziraphale panics. “Ha, well, that’s a funny… We’re not actually—” “We’re just friends.” Crowley says, their voice clear and calm and lightly amused, either because of or in spite of Aziraphale’s flailing attempts to divert the conversation. “Ah, yes, quite.” Aziraphale says, then takes a sip of his drink just for something to do, instead of focussing on the way Crowley said just friends, and how it causes a painful throb in his chest that he has never fully got used to. His memory can only scrabble at the edge of a time where being just friends with Crowley didn’t feel like a particular form of torture. * Or, Aziraphale has been desperately in love with his best friend and housemate Crowley since they were students, but is too scared to do anything about it.

Loving You Slow by @tawnyontumblr (46k, E)

Crowley just wants to dance, but he's not prepared to sell his soul (and other things) at Mayfair's Hellfire Club to do it. Tending bar at The Bookshop in Soho is just the escape he needs, providing Crowley can convince the club’s owner he really belongs on the stage. Unfortunately Aziraphale Eastgate is not quite the generous guardian angel Crowley has been led to believe. Welcome to The Bookshop, where it always pays to look under the covers.

A Billion Points of Light by akitsuko (50k, E)

The firefighter lifts the visor on their helmet, and Crowley may not be able to see very well, but those are the most beautiful eyes he’s ever seen in his life. Crowley has never been one for the whole 'love at first sight' business, but he may need to reassess after Aziraphale - a gorgeous firefighter - saves his life.

More Than by @naromoreau (55k, E)

Crowley would like to spend another year without marrying, especially when thrust-forced to pick a husband. She refuses to cave in on a matter of principles. She refuses to cave in specifically on a matter of not wanting to be married to Lucien Morningstar. But she might need a hand to break free from such a burden. And who knows? She might even find something else along the way.

Lavender Apiary Of Your Honey Eyes by @snek-of-eden (66k, E)

The first thing Aziraphale registered was fiery red hair matted with sweat. The second thing was the man’s face, sharp and intelligent and a little guarded, sunlight dappling a spray of freckles. Upon seeing this, two contradictory thoughts crossed his mind: ‘Gosh, he’s pretty’, and ‘I don’t believe I’ve ever heard a man use that many expletives in the space of a minute’. “Oh,” he said, swallowing hard. “Hello, then.” __________ When Aziraphale inherits a small, cosy cottage in the countryside, he finds unexpected company in a gardener he didn't even know he had. Crowley is sweet, and strange, and about as foul-mouthed as you can get. Before he knows it, he's falling pretty goddamn hard for a man whose friendship he's terrified of risking. Ah, the foils of love.

Old Vines by @sevdrag (189k, E)

A.Z. Fell, one of the most respected names in wine and food blogging, has been sent on assignment with his assistant Warlock Dowling to spend six months in California Wine Country. Under direction (by his boss, Gabriel) to use this experience to double his blog followers and write a novel, Aziraphale is both excited and anxious about the opportunity. Anthony J. Crowley is the owner and viticulturalist of Ecdyses, a winery that unexpectedly fell into his lap eleven years ago when he hit rock bottom. He may be in debt, yeah, but he’s paying off his loans — and despite pressure from his lenders and their team of inspectors, Crowley has found a kind of contentment tending his little corner of terroir and producing extraordinary wine. Crowley’s old vines are the heart of his vineyard, and he’s never let anyone in. Crowley finds Aziraphale intriguing; Aziraphale finds Crowley enthralling. Turns out a famous wine expert and an experienced viticulturalist can still learn things from each other. The summer of 2019 unfolds. [Big recommendation for the podfic here too!!]

[anomalyaly]

Hello!

Welcome to my MASTERLIST!

(Updated 4/23/2025)

Here, you will find everything I've written or am currently writing for Hogwarts Legacy. Most of my stories feature my MC Elsie Corvin. I am an adult, so I write a mix of SFW and NSFW.

Link to my Transformative Works Policy [HERE]

Learn more about Elsie [HERE!]

You can find my works on AO3 or Wattpad, and I also post on TikTok and Instagram on occasion.

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Secrets of the Silent Stars:

Elsie Corvin lives a regular life under the scrutiny of her parents, always expected to do what is proper in order to someday be the best example of their family. But when a dinner party turns disastrous, she is thrust into a new world that she didn't know existed. As with all new discoveries, there is a darker side to the magic in her possession. Reluctant to be the "chosen one", she finds herself having to choose between doing what others expect from her or doing what is right.

Some secrets are best left hidden in the silence of the stars.

Ongoing

Sebastian Sallow x Ravenclaw F!MC

Fifth-year and post-game, slow burn, canon-divergent

BOOK 1: [AO3] [Wattpad]

BOOK 2: [AO3] [Wattpad]

Oneshots

SFW

Glow in the Dark Elsie helps her little sister Lydia get comfortable on her first night at Hogwarts. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Haunted Shop pt 1 Elsie's experience with poltergeists. [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Haunted Shop pt 2 Elsie buys a shop. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Scars Elsie's past and magic. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Ghosts Elsie's experience with ghosts. [Tumblr]

Centaurs Poppy and Elsie go to the forest. [Tumblr]

The Girl from Uagadou Natty's backstory. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Not in Time AU if MC never made it to the catacomb in time. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Divination (suggestive) Sebastian is excited to hold a girl's hand. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Some Like it Hot Elsie deals with Ferdinand Octavius Pratt. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Crossed Wands (suggestive) Dueling practice makes Sebastian excited. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

The (After) Life of the Party Elsie and Lydia's first Halloween together at Hogwarts. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Treacle Trouble Elsie attempts to bake something to cheer Sebastian up. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Winter Wonderland (suggestive) Sebastian tries to convince Elsie that the cold can be enjoyable. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

right where you left me (angst) You died. Sebastian had a portrait of you commissioned. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Treasure Hunt A drabble about Elsie panic-casting [AO3] [Wattpad]

Golden A fluffy oneshot of how Sebastian and Elsie spent Valentine's Day. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Short Stories

My New Dream A Tangled Crackfic AU ft Sebastian and Elsie [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

NSFW

All characters are 18+ MDNI!!!!

The Nut Cracked Sebastian doesn't understand muggle holiday traditions. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Illicit Spell Practice The spicy version of 'Crossed Wands'. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

I See the Light Flynn Rider!Sebastian teaches Rapunzel (unnamed FMC) a few new things. [AO3] [Wattpad] [Tumblr]

Short Stories

Extracurricular A modern college AU: Elsie just wants to graduate. Sebastian is insufferable. What happens when the two of them meet? [AO3] [Wattpad]

Other things

Sebastian Sallow modern college AU headcanons Ominis Gaunt modern college AU headcanons

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[rivalsforlife]

Ace Attorney 456 Tokyo Game Show Information Masterpost

Since I haven't seen all the information collected in one place, this post SHOULD be a comprehensive review of everything revealed today - though please let me know if I missed anything important.

New Trailer and Release Date

We got a new trailer for the 456 collection, which covers (most of) what I'm going to say in this post, and a release date of January 25, 2024!

New Features

Language Support: These games are now available in seven languages: Japanese, English, French, German, Korean, and Traditional and Simplified Chinese, along with voice dubs for each of these. These are some of the first times some of the games (in particular 5 and 6) are officially translated to many of these languages.

DLC: The previously DLC-exclusive cases Turnabout Reclaimed and Turnabout Time Traveler will be added to the game for free, along with previously DLC-exclusive costumes. You can dress up Phoenix in the Tigre outfit from the beginning!

QOL: As well, any of the quality of life features from the Great Ace Attorney Chronicles have been added to the 456 collection. This includes an episode/chapter select unlocked from the start, so you can skip straight to your favorite sections, autoplay and story mode, and a backlog/history to review recent text.

Art Gallery: The game will also include an "art gallery" which includes concept art for the games. This will also include special artworks commissioned exclusively for this collection, some of which are unlocked after beating each game and unlocking each trilogy.

Orchestra Hall: There is also an "orchestra hall" where you can listen to what seems to be the full soundtrack for all three games (though I haven't verified this), along with orchestral tracks from the 15th anniversary and 2019 orchestra concerts.

There are also two new "trilogy exclusive" songs: "Apollo Justice - A New Era Begins! 2024", and "Trucy's Theme - Bring It In, Everyone". The new "a new era begins" remix might possibly be what they're playing in the trailer. "Bring It In, Everyone" is distinct from Trucy's main theme, "Child of Magic" (listed earlier in the soundtrack list), so I have no idea what that one will be like.

Animation Studio: This new feature allows you to play around with character models, setting up different backgrounds and sprites and settings, to create whatever scene you want. This doesn't seem to have a text feature, so it just seems kind of like a worse objection.lol but with 3D sprites. (Although I'm sure the objection.lol people will find a way to rip the models in like... five minutes of the game's release)

Preorder Information

It seems we overseas people will only have the collection available digitally, but Japan seems to have physical copies along with a lot of preorder bonuses! You can find the official page here.

This includes the following:

Game Software: You can order this standalone, or with the other preorder goods, or seemingly just the goods on their own without the software included.

Original Drama CDs: Two new drama CDs are being developed for this collection! As far as I can tell, one involves the Gavinners attempting a one-night-only revival of the band (which goes poorly...), and the second involves Taka fleeing the courtroom.

Evidence and Items Set: This includes ten pieces of evidence available from the games, along with some original illustrations. As can be seen above, this includes things like the photo of Apollo and Clay from Dual Destinies, six ID photos of major characters, and a signed poster of Klavier.

As well, a new sleeve box drawn by Takuro Fuse, the character designer for 5 and 6.

That should cover everything, but please let me know if I missed any news!

[starwarsmum]

Day 17 is Magical Malfunction

@maribat-calendar-events

Link to AO3

Alya gave the all clear and Marinette was officially given a covert op. It looked like it was going to be a long process, her accepting the commission being only the beginning. It was fairly simple; she just needed to work with Lex, making clothes and then delivering it to his office in Metropolis where she would also put a USB into a computer to give Tim access to the internal system. With that, hopefully he would be able to find out if there were any more weapons factories that might have kryptonite in them. 

Tim worked on making the USB drive as nondescript as possible but didn't worry too much, given how long he had before it would be useful. Hell, she hadn't even had a reply to set up a formal meeting, so it would be a while before she could reasonably go to Metropolis. 

The upside of all this was that he had plenty of time to explain the situation to Kon, who had been acting slightly off ever since Marinette had first received the offer to work with LexCorp. He needed to find a way to ensure he didn't get too angry about Marinette working with Lex. 

He sighed and checked the software again before closing his laptop and checking the time. The Miraculous team were due to go on a mission in New Orleans the following evening and none of the Bats were invited. Kon and Cassie had been requested so Tim planned to be on the WatchTower in case they wanted help. 

For now, he planned to get as much rest as possible.

_ _ _

“Okay, you have your mission brief,” Adrien said, eyes unusually serious. “Superboy, Wonder Girl, if you find the Miraculous before we do call one of us over via comms. Mouse, you take the east, Scar the west, I'll go north and Wonder Girl south. Superboy, you check through the centre and go wherever anyone needs help, okay?” 

Marinette nodded and bounded away, buns bouncing along as she used her jump rope to swing from building to building. The Miraculous they were looking for was mostly unknown, although Adrien believed it was a pin, and that the animal it was linked to was a platypus. 

It was the first Kwami they'd caught wind of through the Justice League so far, part of a newer box based in America, and it had been missing for a decade from what they could tell. Su Han had explained that the book linked to this particular box didn't fully explain the Kwami’s power, though it translated roughly to ‘nullification’. Marinette wasn't sure what it would be able to do, but she was nervous. 

After an hour, she went to check in. She had gained both Adrien's and Kon's attention when her transformation started to drop, mid swing. She gave a short scream and focused on landing safely, her eyes flashing around her surroundings. 

She landed in someone's arms and slithered immediately to the floor. It took her a moment to recognise Kon and his mouth dropped open after he got a good look at her, his hands still on her elbows. He was silent for half a minute before he started to talk. 

“Wait, you're-” Kon said, his brain lagging. He didn't…what was Marinette doing here? She was exactly where Multimouse had been, falling out of the sky and there had been a flash of light as she did. His hands on her arms were the only thing that convinced him he wasn't imagining things. 

Marinette jumped closer to him and covered his mouth with her hand. She looked panicked and her eyes were darting around to make sure they wouldn't be overheard. She dragged him into an alley, away from the empty street and did a sweep before turning back to him.

“Thanks for letting me move you,” she said without preamble, shooting him a strained smile. “Look, I need to get back to what I was doing but I have to find out what happened to Mullo first and I don't have time to deal with your revelations, okay?” 

“Yeah, sure, of course,” Kon said, heart racing at how closely she was standing. “Uh, what's a Mullo?” 

“My Kwami,” she said, looking away from him to search for it. “Around yea big, grey, mouse shaped, talks a lot. I don't like that she just vanished while I was transformed and I don't know what triggered it so I'm going to need to contact Scar and Chat so they don't come anywhere near this until we work out what the hell happened.” 

There was a movement at the end of the alley and, before Kon could work out what was happening, she'd spun them both around so that her back was against the wall. He braced a hand next to her so he didn't crush her but had to swallow hard to keep from yelping at the sudden extreme close-up of her eyes. 

He didn't have to worry too much about getting caught in them because they closed really fast and she reached up to press her lips to his in a chaste kiss. Whatever brain cells he thought he'd had were completely fried and he was only vaguely aware of his free hand pressing against her hip. 

“Superboy? Mouse?” Chat's voice sounded from the end of the alleyway and Marinette pressed her hands on his chest to push him away. “What happened? You disappeared off the map and-” 

“I don't know,” Marinette said, running a hand through her hair and focusing wholly on Chat. It gave Kon a moment to gather as many of his wits as he could and he was grateful for it. “The only thing I can think is that someone must be pulling a Kwami Buster because I can't find Mullo. I was about to try and get in touch to tell you not to come here but clearly it's a me problem.” 

Chat relayed the information to Scarabella and his look turned grim. There was a very short back and forth via their magical comms before Chat turned to Superboy again. 

“Okay, we need to get M out of here immediately. SB, can you fly her to safety whilst I talk to the guardian and get his input. M, can you renounce Mullo when you're safe and then hopefully you can release her after a short break. We'll call when we know what's going on, but you can't be here.” 

“Got it, tell Scar I'm sorry but my identity was compromised again,” she replied, looking frustrated and upset. Kon placed his hand back on her hip from behind, trying to comfort her. “I'll understand if this is the end of Multimouse, and I'll let you know if Mullo returns.” 

“It's not the end, the only person who saw you this time is Superboy, right?” Chat said gently, offering her a hug, which she accepted immediately. Then his voice turned teasing when he said, “But I'm going to need a full rundown of what happened, from when Mullo disappeared to when I found you in the alleyway.” 

She spluttered a little and slapped Chat's arm as he darted out of the way. Then she was looking back up at Kon, her face red. He didn't wait, sweeping her up into his arms and trying to ignore the blush on his own cheeks. She rested against him, curled up enough that she wasn't awkward to carry and her limbs weren't at risk of creating too much drag. 

They were through the Zeta Tube before too long and he hurried her away to a soundproof room so she wouldn't be caught up by anyone who didn't already know her identity. It was strange to see her so serious as a civilian, giving him a weird sense of unreality to see Multimouse's personality dressed as Marinette. 

“Mullo, I renounce you,” she murmured, removing her necklace. There was a flash of light and the Miraculous changed shape slightly. She turned to Kon, biting her lip and looking worried. “You should probably head back to help Scar and Chat, I'll be fine up here. Maybe send Red Robin or something to come keep me company?” 

“Yeah, of course. Uh, before I go, about the whole thing in the alleyw-” 

“Oh, um, I'm sorry for that,” she said, flushing deeply and averting her gaze again. “I just figured people might be more willing to overlook us if they thought something else was going on. But if it overstepped your boundaries you can report me, or I can resign from the League-” 

“Whoa, hey, that's, uh, that's not where…I didn't mind,” he said hurriedly, running his hand through his hair. She sagged, presumably in relief, and he bit back the urge to tell her he absolutely wanted to do it again. Maybe in the privacy of his room at the Tower. Coughing at the sudden mental image and trying to clear it, he turned away. “But I'll send the first Bat I find to keep you company,” he croaked before all but running away.

_ _ _

Adrien returned to the WatchTower, exhausted and worried about Marinette. Both he and Alya followed Superboy to the room he had stashed her in before returning to help them both. They'd divided Marinette's section amongst themselves and found the Miraculous maybe one street over from where she had been. 

The Kwami had been just as friendly as all the others Adrien had ever met and apologised profusely for causing a problem with Mullo. They were near polar opposites, nullification versus multiplication, and because Marinette had been transformed at the time it had led to her power being nullified. 

“Chat! Did you find it?” Marinette asked as soon as she saw them, eyes flickering away from him and over his left shoulder before returning to his. “Scar, I'm so so so sorry, I didn't mean-” 

“Chill, girl, it's fine,” Alya said, coming over and wrapping her arms around her. Marinette relaxed into the hug, tears prickling her eyes. “We don't blame you, this could have happened to anyone using Mullo. And it's not like Superboy's going to say anything,” Alya added, turning a glare on Kon. 

“No ma'am,” he drawled, grinning at Marinette and winking. He still didn't look completely comfortable but she figured it was the unexpected reveal more than anything else so she just rolled her eyes at him. 

“Okay, now I need you to debrief and tell me exactly what happened,” Alya said, all joking and playfulness set aside. So Marinette spoke quickly and concisely, from when she had left the group to search her section to when Superboy had sent Robin to keep her company. “Alright, now can you take the new Miraculous and talk to him about what we need to do to free Mullo?” 

“Hello, my name is Pari,” the tiny platypus said, floating closer to Marinette as she stuck the pin - shaped like a tiny fedora - to her shirt. “In order to free my opposite, you will need to transform, and touch Mullo’s Miraculous to withdraw the nullification. You'll be able to feel the issue. My initiation phrase is ‘Hats on’ and to detransform you need only say ‘Hats off’. Should you need to use my power at any time, its activation code is ‘nullify’.”

“Okay! Pari, hats on!” After a blinding flash of light, Marinette found herself dressed in a dark brown suit that melted into a pair of yellow boots. She had a yellow ball cap on her head and her hair was braided to her head, sitting around the nape of her neck. Her hands were gloved in yellow as well, webbing connecting her fingers but with a stretchy material that gave her full mobility. 

“Wow, you look great, M!” Adrien exclaimed, spinning her around gently. She had a jacket as part of her suit that had a squared off tail and it flapped a little as she span. “Okay, you go ahead and see if you can get Mullo out for us.” 

It didn't take long at all and she gave a sigh of relief as she detransformed. Picking up Mullo's necklace, the tiny mouse popped back into existence and flew to hug her cheek. 

Handing off the pin to Alya, the two team leaders excused themselves to return it to Nino, hoping he would be able to settle the Kwami in with the others without any problems. They might see about finding a permanent holder since Pari wasn't part of the Chinese box but as the power could stop their powers…it was unlikely. It would be far safer to keep him with the rest of the Kwamis. 

“It was interesting to see a Miraculous you are less familiar with,” Damian stated once Alya and Adrien were gone. “But I will say now that if you,” he continued, turning to point at Kon, “think there will be a repeat of her quick thinking and survival driven behaviour in the alley, I will find a reason to bring my kryptonite blade to the next meeting.” 

“Robin,” Marinette squeaked, blushing and shoving the younger boy towards the door. She glanced at Kon, who seemed fairly unbothered by the threat, and looked away again. “Thanks for all of your help Superboy. Now that the mission is over, I think I'm going to find Red and just go home. See you soon, okay?” 

She didn't wait for an answer, transforming quickly and dragging Damian behind her and praying for something to come and end her. 

[lupucs]

I have a few questions! Mind answering? 1. What/who is your persona and what is their name? 2. What animating software do you use? 3. What software do you use to edit? 4. How long Have you been doing this 5. Are you open for 3d commissions ?? 6. whats your most famous video 7. Whats the least famous video? 8. Favortie video you have made? 9. Favortie model you have made? 10. Least favortie model + video you have made?

My youtube avatar? They're just a scruffy little goblin, their name is Lu (short version of "Lupucs"). They are supposed to be a loose representation of myself for stuff like 3D timelapses. As for my profile pic, that's just an oc. Her name is Ruby and she's a scarecrow who can wield magic and turn into a giant crow

Blender

Blender for animation editing, adobe premiere for timelapse editing

I've been doing 3D for about 6 years on and off, though ive only started doing it more regularly roughly 4 yrs ago

sadly not since i have a full-time job, but I really appreciate the interest!! It wouldnt feel right accepting commissions without the reassurance of being able to set aside enough time to commit myself to them, not to mention balancing my hobby of making animations and 3D models. i'll definitely post an announcement on here if I reopen them again!! it's definitely not out of the question.

it's the susie noelle lunch break one!! back then i didnt even wanna upload this to youtube but my friend convinced me to do it anyway and... it sorta exploded. never expected so many people to love these two goobers so much. I'm still both shooketh and a little scared but also extremely grateful!!

probably those few old oc animations i made years ago. like this one, it's my icon but it's animated! :P this is so old lol

ooh that's tricky! there are a few that come to mind, but i think Hometown Fall studies is my favorite. I like how the cozy vibe turned out and it was so much fun animating these characters playing off of each other in a mundane scenario like that. Im also really happy with how my Alphys and Undyne anim turned out. It took about 5 months (on and off) to make

i'd say susie and papyrus. oh and alphys too!! none ut/dr models would be king from TOH, and this fanart of my friend sphinxmothra's ocs

I guess that would be my Little My Moomins model from a while ago... i kinda wanna remake it one day as i really dont like how the shaded gradients look. Oh and this old oc. As for least favorite video, it's this animation. It's so floaty lol!!!

[10lakhjourney]

Day 1 of My $0 to $12,000 in 90 Days Challenge — No Tricks, No Jugaad, Just Real Hustle

Let me start this with a deep breath.

Because Day 1 is officially over. And it was a rollercoaster.

Today, I want to take you inside something real. Raw. And hopefully, inspiring. I’m sharing the start of my $0 to $12,000 in 90 days challenge — a personal mission to prove that with pure white-hat marketing, hard work, and consistency, you can go from absolutely nothing… to something life-changing.

Why This Challenge?

I’ve been in digital marketing for a while now. I know PPC. I understand SEO. I’ve played around with affiliate campaigns, generated leads for clients, and seen the ups and downs.

But this time? This challenge is different.

This isn’t just about the money. It’s about self-respect. About doing something meaningful with zero shortcuts. No blackhat, no hacks, no “fake screenshots.” Just legit results from real marketing.

I told myself: if I ever wanted to prove my skills, it had to be through this $0 to $12,000 journey — starting from scratch, building from the ground up, and sharing every step of the way.

Waking Up with Fire in the Belly

Subah aankh khuli toh ek hi thought tha: “Is baar kuch bada karna hai.”

There was pressure, sure. But there was excitement too. I wasn’t going to play it safe. Not this time.

I jumped straight into action — started my day with a clear to-do list. My mindset? Work like I already have 10 clients relying on me.

The First Win Came Early

By 9:17 AM, I had already received my first lead call for a client in the water damage niche.

It converted.

That moment? It was small, but powerful. It reminded me — this is real. This can work.

Here’s What I Did on Day 1:

Ran PPC campaigns for a water damage client

Optimized and tracked calls using my tools

Closed a small SEO gig for $10 with a new client

Checked on my pre-ranked SEO pages (more on that below)

Total Day 1 earnings?

✅ $87 (~₹7,300) And that’s just the start.

The SEO Side Is Already Warming Up 🔥

The best surprise of Day 1?

Some of my SEO pages are already ranking and getting traffic.

Topics like:

Water damage

ACA health insurance

Roofing leads

Pest control

These are high-ticket niches, and they’re built to convert. If the trend continues (and I’ll make sure it does), this will become a long-term passive source of calls and commissions.

My Daily Goal: 50+ Calls

I’ve set a bold daily target: generate 50+ qualified calls per day.

Not all from PPC. Not all from SEO.

But from a mix of:

Paid ads

SEO rankings

Direct client work

Local lead gen deals

This diversified approach will help me stabilize income while scaling.

Tools I’m Using (In Case You Want to Try Too)

Here’s my Day 1 toolkit — simple, affordable, and powerful:

Google Ads for PPC

CallRail (or any call tracking software)

Notion for daily planning and task tracking

Google Sites + Docs for safe white-hat parasite SEO

Canva + ChatGPT for creatives & content drafts

Everything here is beginner-friendly — nothing fancy. This challenge is designed to be replicable.

Real Talk: I Was Scared Too

I’m going to be honest. When I announced this challenge publicly, I felt fear.

Not because I don’t believe in the system. But because accountability is terrifying.

When people know what you’re trying to do, every win and loss becomes public. But that’s also the magic of it. It pushes you.

Because when it’s out in the open, you stop making excuses.

Lessons from Day 1

I’m walking away from Day 1 with a few learnings I didn’t expect:

Consistency beats perfection — Just starting feels like momentum.

Small wins build belief — $87 might not be crazy money, but it’s fuel.

Clients matter — Don’t rely only on affiliate. Direct clients = stable income.

Your mindset makes or breaks this game — No tool can fix a broken mindset.

Wanna Start Your Own Challenge?

If you’re reading this and wondering: Can I do this too? Yes, you absolutely can.

Here’s what you need:

A simple strategy (not 15 different ones)

1-2 solid skills (PPC, SEO, outreach — pick your strength)

Patience. The results will come if you show up daily.

This isn’t about “luck” or “algorithms.” It’s about showing up when no one’s watching.

Final Thought: “Start Small. But Start.”

I don’t care if you only make $10 on Day 1. If it’s real, you’re winning.

Because if you start now — without overthinking — the compounding effect is going to shock you 30 days from now.

I made $87 on Day 1. And that’s just the trailer. This journey is going to be intense, raw, and powerful. And I’m bringing you along for every win, every struggle, every honest number.

Want to Follow This Journey?

I’m sharing daily updates across platforms. If you want to track my progress, learn from it, or even start your own $0 to $12,000 challenge — follow along.

Let’s grow together. No fluff. No hacks. Just real hustle. 💪

💬 Drop a comment if you’re starting something big too — I’d love to cheer you on.

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[windydrawallday]

"To see a world in a grain of sand and a heaven in a wild flower… "

✦[WELCOME, peeps!] I'm Windy, a Latin American (Argentinian) adult female in her 30s who "draws all day" because of my creative mind and fingers always scheming new OCs for my infinite hoard of virtual dolls… or jumping onto the AUs my friends make me fall for.

I'm here mostly to get ��INSPIRATION✧ from awesome art, writing, science news, and nature pics! When not reblogging, I share my artwork, too, hoping to return that inspiration or just have a good time with mutuals who enjoy creating stories and characters!

[More details on my ABOUT]

✦[My SOCIALs]

[INSTAGRAM] (More active, I post ahead there).

[DISCORD] (Only for close friends/mutuals).

✦[Currently WORKING ON]

[The Door to Barrioween (Intro Part I)] #the door to barrioween (Personal Original Project that integrates my love for monster designs, character bonding, and urban fantasy.)

Illustrations for Fan Zines! (2/4 Finished so far; Participating this year on: Fossil Figthers Zine, AllSpark Zines-I Starscream, Antology of Artists-Original OCs, Gachapon Collectible Creature Catalogue-Original Designs).

✦[OPEN for]

Art Process Questions (I like gushing about art! TALK ART TO MEEE).

Art Requests (With delays! And I have the RIGHT to decline if the subject and/or characters don't vibe with me).

Art Trades (Only with friends/close mutuals).

Art Collabs (Only with friends/close mutuals).

Art Commissions (Ask on DMs, depending on my current schedule and subject).

Gift Art (Feel free to draw my OCs and Fav Blorbos!).

Roleplay (Ask on DMs, depending on my current schedule and subject -I'm more experienced in Spanish-)

But there's still MORE! Under the cut I'll continue, please keep reading so you get a clear overview of the type of warnings and contents you'll stumble upon when following me!

"… Hold infinity in the palm of your hand… "

✦[Be AWARE… ]

English is not my first language. I have a tendency to Spanglish here and there so, if you read me funny, please tell me so I can explain/correct myself.

The foundation of my ideals spins around concepts of Friendship and Love (100% Platonic) so, please tell me ASAP if the way I apply those words to you makes you uncomfortable and I'll change that!

I'm an Aromantic Asexual very supportive of romance and sex in fiction (AKA I'm one of those crazy shippers) but I'm the worst at noticing intentional flirting and advances of that type make me sick so please: DON'T EVEN TRY.

I'm an Eclectic Witch and an animist who worships the Moon and favors Pop Culture Magic. I'm trying to learn to mix it with Arts & Crafts and Technomagic.

I'm quite a busy adult irl so be patient if I don't reply faster some days than others.

I'm a self-taught artist, an Amateur if you want to be fancy. I like to mix both traditional techniques (inking, clay sculpture) and digital techniques (photography, collage, digital watercolors). I have a dozen art styles I change seasonally.

I'm against the use of AI/Generative Art & Writing software (including ChatGPT and Character.AI). I suggest not following me if you don't agree in this: I will block you in a blink.

My other hobbies: reading horror gothic novellas, collecting plastic dinosaurs, watching animated movies, and playing adventure-exploration and farm-sim games.

As I mentioned before, I'm a shipper, mostly of Enemies to Lovers dynamics. I swing them in both fluffy and angsty situations. If something doesn't sit well with you, learn to flag the tags and move on. Thank you.

(In case you want to know my personal stand about shipping [here is my PSA]. TLDR; I'm not anti-shipper, I won't tolerate harassment and censoring of someone else's enjoyment; I'm not either pro-shipper: I have my own squicks and limits with themes, and I will block freely whoever crosses my boundaries.)

I enjoy monster designs, alien speculative science, eldritch horrors, and feral animal characters the most.

I find joy too in creepy-cute designs, especially if themed around Gothic and Halloween!

The emojis I use the most: 💖👀🎉📝🍀🌻✨💥🍪🍿🐦🐾🦡

✦[My TAGs if you wish to check/flag some]

#windy squawks for art and blog updates.

#windy squeals for personal babblings/vent.

#myart for my general artwork (And if you are here for my Transformers fanart, this #ifellinrobothellagain is the tag).

#windydrawallday ocs for my original characters.

#my beloved fav characters from other media.

#shipping to the moon and back fav pairings.

#witchy side of the wind for my witchcraft reblogs.

#windy taps the sign about personal stands related to shipping, interaction with me and my art online etc.

[Check the Masterlist for specific tags]

Thanks for reading! And I hope you enjoy your stay if following uvu/

"… And eternity in an hour."

[primalarc]

New commissions! I can design an arcane circle for you or your magical girl for $40 USD!

You will receive:

300dpi white transparent .png

300dpi black transparent .png

instructions and suggestions on how to use your new circle!

One week turnaround. Png files are compatible with all major art software, including Photoshop, Clip Studio Pro, Procreate, Cricut Design Space and more. Licensed for personal use only: for a commercial license and lossless vector format, please contact me for a custom quote. You can either DM me to order through Paypal, or if you prefer Etsy the shop link is here.

[adarkrainbow]

Lost media quest: H&G Epic Tales (part 3)

Last time I ended my post while exploring the defunct epictales.com website. There was one page of this website (preserved in the Wayback Machine) that I did not add in this post: the About page.

The About page not only describes the Epic Tales line, but also lists the full staff that worked on this project. Here is what the website contains:

EPIC TALES™ is a developer and publisher of interactive storybooks for the iOS platform. EPIC TALES presents its own unique interactive adaptation of the imaginative and magical stories found in fairytales, folklore and world mythology.

All of our tales are narrated by our central storyteller, a most likeable dwarf named Silvertongue who used his magic to let our books and stories come to life. Each storybook offers stunning hand-drawn animations, a revamped storyline, original music scores, and spellbinding interactive environments that are sure to draw readers deep into the story.

EPIC TALES allows you to not only enjoy magical worlds and enchanting tales, but to experience them more closely than ever before.

We, the people at EPIC TALES, are always inspired by stories that fuel our ideas and imagination. We are storytellers, animators, and composers that gladly indulge ourselves in folklore, mythology, and the many tales and stories that have captured our imagination for generations. The result is a talented team of people driven to create original storybooks that are filled with whimsical characters, spellbinding environments, and interactive surprises. By combining creativity with technology, and talent with expertise, we hope to constantly produce exciting tales that bring every page to life. EPIC TALES is a joint venture between Cloud Castle Interactive and Anikey studios.

EPIC TALES Paul Hanraets, Founder of EPIC TALES and producer

Albert ‘t Hooft, Partner and creative director

Paco Vink, Partner and lead artist, animator

TEAM MEMBERS Lou Attia, Narrator and voice actor

Martin van Spanje, Software engineer

Joost van den Broek, Music composer

Arjen Schut, Sound designer

Sjan Weijers, Background clean-up artist

David Muchtar, Animator

Jelle Brunt, Animator

Ruben Zaalberg, Animator

The website also briefly offers descriptions/curriculum of the staff members:

Paul Hanraets Paul Hanraets has been a creative entrepreneur since 2002 when he co-founded Red Road Media, a media agency specialized in video games. Successful projects undertaken by Red Road include: Benelux largest annual game event Gamexpo, the tv show GAME FACTS broadcasted by TMF/MTV and the freely distributed game magazine Games Guide. In 2008 Paul founded Cloud Castle Interactive and was involved in the development of smaller game projects which further awakened his passion for the creative industry. As an immediate result Paul founded EPIC TALES, a developer of interactive storybooks for IOS and GAMBITIOUS an equity based crowdfunding platform dedicated to the games industry.

Albert ‘t Hooft & Paco Vink Albert 't Hooft and Paco Vink both studied traditional animation at the Willem de Kooning Art Academy in Rotterdam before they founded Anikey Studios in 2007. Anikey is an award winning animation studio which specialises in hand drawn 2D digital animation. Anikey creates independent and commissioned animations for television, films and games which have an emphasis on story, characters and fun. Anikey's first two independent films 'Paul & the Dragon' and 'Little Quentin' won several awards at international film festivals. In addition on working on the new EPIC TALES titles, Anikey is developing the first hand drawn animated feature film in the Netherlands since 30 years.

Lou Attia Working with the likes of Disney and Sesame Street, Lou Attia has been a professional voice-over artist for over 15 years. After studying professional vocals in London, England, Lou landed a radio host position at 104.2 Nile FM in Cairo, Egypt where he became Creative Director and then Program Director of the station. Throughout his seven years on the air, during which his morning show went on to be the No.1 listened to radio show in a city of 16 million, Lou continued to do voice-overs for numerous commercials, shows and features. In 2010 Lou moved to Toronto, Canada where he is currently a full time voice-over artist, writer and TV show host.

Martin van Spanje Currently co-owner of LayerGloss Digital Publishing, Martin used to program and design on 8-bit Sinclair machines in the eighties. Then came Macs, digital audio, ten years of IT-projects and finally, iOS. Nowadays he lives his life surrounded by Objective-C code, and he sometimes thinks cornflakes look a bit like people. Oh, and he doesn't do Twitter.

Joost van den Broek Joost van den Broek is a producer, composer, arranger and keyboardplayer based in Tilburg, The Netherlands. Starting out as a keyboardplayer for several metalbands like After Forever touring all over the world, he finished his conservatory with honour in musicproduction, keyboards and classical arrangement. Since then he been working as a freelancer in his own studio on several productions, compositions and arrangements, for acts/events like: Ellen ten Damme, Symphonica in Rosso, Wende Snijders, Games in Concert, Ben Saunders, Qlimax. Epic moviescores and/or/in combination with (pop/alternative)rock is what defines his style the most.

Arjen Schut Arjen Schut is a sound designer based in Hilversum, The Netherlands. As a freelancer Arjen has worked on numerous projects, both on location and in his own studio. Arjen is involved in sound effect creation for all sorts of media, but has a strong focus on interactive and animation projects. International blockbuster Killzone 3 being one of the larger projects.

I have taken upon myself to contact some of these artists, just in case they were open about talking or sharing information about the animation they worked onto. Is it a bad idea, or a good one? I don't know but that's the most straightforward direction one can take. I will warn you if I ever receive any response, positive or negative.

I forgot to link before the official page, on the Anikey Animation website, for their work on Hansel and Gretel - Epic Tales. Not only does it contain large, high-quality screenshots of the artwork, but their "Production" page also has one concept art for the storybook. They also list the credits of the app as such:

Title: Epic Tales - Hansel & Gretel

Release: 2012

Directed by: Albert 't Hooft & Paco Vink

Animation by: Jelle Brunt, David Muchtar & Ruben Zaalberg

Backgrounds by: Paco Vink & Sjan Weijers

Music by: Joost van den Broek

Sounddesign by: Arjen van der Schut

Producer(s): Paul Hanraets for Cloud Castle Interactive

AppAdvice still has a page dedicated to the application. There is also a review by the MacTrast website that is quite interesting because, while today the pictures contained within it are "dead files", in the Wayback Machine you can fetch them back, and they are pretty rare screenshots of the game! Here's an additional Dutch article I forgot to add earlier. Again, not much to add since they all basically just announce the game's release and rephrase the storybook's commercial description.

I also don't think I have added this to my previous posts, but Cartoon Brew also had a page for the app's launching, which contained this text:

The Hague, the Netherlands — April 24, 2012 — Hansel and Gretel – Epic Tales animated storybook is the first in a series of tales as told by Silvertongue, the likeable dwarf and storyteller, and is now available on the Appstore for IPad and IPhone.

Hansel and Gretel – Epic Tales animated storybook offers a world filled with whimsical characters ranging from pesky gnomes to witty dwarfs; from brave children to wicked stepmothers and cunning witches.

“But we are not just another fairytale App,” says Paul Hanraets, founder and producer. “What sets Epic Tales apart from other storybooks are the incredible production values. Each of Epic Tales storybooks are digitally hand-drawn by our award winning animators, and offer stunning 2d animations, professional voice acting, original music scores and ambient sounds by game industry veterans. These elements combined offer spellbinding interactive environments that are sure to draw readers even deeper into the story.”

“Of course, our alternating witty and wacky humour and the high quality of our animations are amongst the things that separates Hansel and Gretel from other storybooks,” says creative director Albert ‘t Hooft.”However, what ultimately distinguishes Epic Tales is the implementation of our central storyteller, Silvertongue the dwarf.” Using the magic of pesky gnomes, Silvertongue brings the stories to life and narrates them.”Silvertongue used to be quite the adventurer, travelling the world in search of the most intriguing tales and stories, and now looks after your storybook collection in his humble bookstore. He is a truly gifted storyteller who can take an audience from a gasp of fright to a roar of laughter in just the twist of a phrase.”

Epic Tales is a series of high quality, interactive fairytales that allows you to not only enjoy enchanting tales, but to experience their magical worlds more closely than ever before. Children will love the sense of wonder and discovery,while adults will certainly appreciate the clever and wacky humor.

A final piece to add to the dossier so far is Muchtar Productions' page for Hansel and Gretel - Epic Tales. Muchtar Production is the WordPress website of David Muchtar, a 2D animator and illustrator who worked on the Epic Tales animation as a (I quote) "Rough and Clean-up animator". He notably put within his portfolio an important number of concept art for the game's character designs. But, as with last time, I will keep it for the NEXT post!

Or... an almost final piece. I wanted to keep this for a much later post, but I ultimately decided to share it here. I vaguely described before one unofficial source for content about "Hansel and Gretel - Epic Tales". And that is an online review, a Youtube video, by a Youtuber named "Crazy Mike" specializing in app reviews. Here is the video, and the reason why this video is important (beyond it being the last remaining video review - unless I manage to get back the one from the defunct website) is because so far it is the only visual recording we have of the app outside of the trailers. Not only that, but at one point Crazy Mike opens the list of chapters within the app - which gives us a full glimpse of the story's main episodes, with thumbnails of each "tableau". Mind you, it is tiny details at the bottom of the screen so we can't get much of it... But with all the additional material I gathered, it will be a key element in my reconstruction of what the storybook looked like and was about.

[discosonicdude]

Okay, so, my editing skills are a bit lacking and I don't really have the best software for editing (to my knowledge) compared to everyone else. So I'll have to go about this the old fashioned way. This is my self-insert Three Houses oc for @fe-oc-week, Nick von Umbris! These were drawn by my brother, @mattycroker1998, that I commissioned him for a while back. I've shared the first one before, and this is the first time I've shared the timeskip design, Relic weapon, and Crests (yes, plural, which I will explain later) even though it was commissioned a long ways back. Better later than never, right? ^^;

Details below.

Name: Nicholas von Umbris (prefers to be called Nick, as he hates his full name)

Crest: Crest of Umbris/Crest of the Traitor (Fractured initially, but one or the other awakens depending on which route he's on)

Gender: Male

Birthday: 12th of the Great Tree Moon

Class: Mercenary (Academy phase)/Hero (War phase)

Recruitment: All routes; Black Eagles by default, requiring Strength and Sword to recruit on Blue Lions and Golden Deer. Can be recruited for free after Chapter 7 - Field of the Eagle and Lion. During the timeskip, Nick will leave outside of the Black Eagles route at the end of the Academy phase, where he can be defeated in Chapter 17 and brought back into their ranks, similar to Ashe and Lorenz.

Strengths: Swords, Axes, Reason, Riding

Weakness: Bows, Flying

Budding Talent: Lances

Personal history: 1162 - Born the eldest son of House Umbris. 1171 - House Umbris cuts ties with the Kingdom and fully devotes to the Empire. 1178 - Stows away to Fhirdiad and enrolls at the school of sorcery. Later, is found out and forced to leave the school. 1179 - Meets Edelgard and devotes his efforts to helping her. 1180 - Enrolls at the Officers Academy at Garreg Mach.

Status: Heir to House Umbris (Academy phase), Count Umbris (Crimson Flower War phase), Former heir to House Umbris (non-Crimson Flower War phase)

Interests: Mastering his magic and swordplay, Tactical strategy

Likes: Helping others, music, keeping things in order, spending time with friends, Edelgard

Dislikes: Not doing anything, his family history, thinking on his feet, lightning

Close allies: Edelgard, Matthew (his brother), Lorenz

Lost items: Magic-encrypted Notebook, Charred Glove, Dark Glasses

Favourite Meal(s): Sweet Bun Trio, Gronder Meat Skewers

Favourtie Tea: Sweet Apple Blend

[the-lewd-dungeon]

Comissions Open

So long story short, I'm broke, and need to make some money to keep my software licences and buy gas and other things I need in order to work. So I'm doing horny homebrew commissions!

I'm currently only taking coms for small stuff like magic items, spells, and horny feats/fetishes. As much as I love making subclasses and races, it just isn't worth it for comissions, since they take so much longer to make.

My current rates are:

- Simple Item or Spell: $15

- complex item or spell (ie. Something with a random table or lots of sub-features): $25+

- Artifacts and similarly complicated comissions you can ask about, but no guarantees

For examples of what I do, check out the Lewd Handbook I've spent the past 3 years on. I also do sfw stuff, but frankly, the horny stuff is more fun. Any lewd commissions I get will likely wind up in the above handbook.

[mahamid110]

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AI Studio Review - Create Mind-Blowing Studio-Quality Videos in Seconds.

AI Studio Review - ​ Introduction

Welcome to my honest AI Studio review article. Envision a powerful tool that empowers you to effortlessly produce captivating, professional-grade videos in mere seconds, regardless of the language you prefer. These videos can be utilized for various purposes such as promoting your business, engaging clients, enhancing your website, and captivating your social media audience.

Introducing AI Studio, the revolutionary Video Creator software fueled by Chat-GPT 4. With AI Studio, your video content will transcend the mundane and truly come to life, capturing the attention of viewers like never before. It offers a vast array of ready-to-use templates covering all the latest trends and designs, ensuring a perfect fit for every type of business.

Whether you seek explainer videos, animated masterpieces, or any other type of video, AI Studio has got you covered. It equips you with the tools to achieve all your marketing objectives, providing an unparalleled video creation experience within a single, user-friendly platform.

 AI Studio Review - Overview

Product – AI Studio

Creator – Daniel Adetunji

Official Website – Click Here

Front End Price – $15

Content – Software Online

Niche – video creator

Bonuses- Yes, Huge Bonuses

Refund- YES, 30 Days Money-Back Guarantee

Recommendation – Highly Recommend!

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What Is AI Studio ?

AI Studio is a revolutionary app that transforms any existing video into an instant powerhouse for driving traffic and generating commissions with just one click! In a world where the pandemic has demonstrated the viability of home-based businesses, promoting your venture online has never been more crucial. And what better way to captivate your audience than through video?

The demand for skilled video editors and motion graphics specialists is skyrocketing by the day. In 2022, video will be the undisputed king, overshadowing traditional articles and blogs. The proof is in the pudding—major social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter are heavily prioritizing video content. It's a trend that shows no signs of slowing down. As such, the hunger for top-notch, engaging video content is only growing stronger.

Even youngsters are raking in thousands of dollars daily by creating simple videos for popular platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, and YouTube. That's precisely why you should jump on this bandwagon today. Videos work like magic across various niches and formats, be they vlogging, coaching, entertainment, or more. They have the power to seize over 82% of consumer internet traffic, a statistic that any small business owner would be willing to invest in. In fact, a staggering 90% of businesses that utilized video for marketing experienced a notable boost in sales.

The online video realm is experiencing explosive growth, leaving small business owners with no choice but to embrace it or risk falling behind. Unfortunately, crafting videos from scratch demands considerable skill, talent, and time—qualities that not everyone possesses. Many individuals find themselves grappling with complex online video tools or resorting to outrageously expensive freelancers and agencies. The search for high-quality videos at an affordable price can be a daunting task.

As the demand for videos continues to surge, people from various industries will require them for a multitude of purposes: sales pages, training materials, tutorials, demos, vlogs, memes, social media (Instagram stories and reels, Snapchat, Facebook Stories, YouTube), podcasts, eBooks, and so much more. Thankfully, there's now an all-encompassing solution tailored just for you: AI Studio.

AI Studio Review- Features

1. Ready-Made Templates and Themes: AI Studio offers an extensive range of pre-designed templates and themes catering to various video types. This feature simplifies the process of creating professional-looking videos with remarkable speed and efficiency.

2. Flexible Customization: Unlock your creative potential with AI Studio's customization options. Tailor your videos by incorporating your preferred font styles, background music, logos, and images. Additionally, choose suitable backgrounds that align with your branding or message, ensuring your videos possess a personalized touch.

3. Global Reach with Multilingual Support: Break language barriers and connect with audiences worldwide. AI Studio supports video creation in over 50 languages, enabling you to expand your market reach and engage diverse communities.

4. Extensive Media Library: Gain access to an extensive collection of royalty-free stock images, videos, gifs, animations, memes, and audio tracks through AI Studio's comprehensive media library. These abundant resources empower you to elevate your video content and captivate your viewers.

5. Text-to-Speech Functionality: Effortlessly generate voiceovers for your videos with AI Studio's built-in text-to-speech feature. Say goodbye to external voice recordings or the need to hire professional voiceover artists as this tool seamlessly converts your video scripts into compelling audio.

6. Unlimited Commercial License: Enjoy the benefits of an unlimited commercial license with AI Studio. This unique license grants you the freedom to use and sell an unlimited number of videos to yourself or your clients. Unlock new revenue streams and expand your business opportunities with ease.

7. User-Friendly Interface: AI Studio's user-friendly interface caters to individuals of all skill levels. Regardless of your technical expertise or video editing experience, you can navigate the platform effortlessly and create high-quality videos like a pro.

8. Budget-Friendly Solution: Opt for AI Studio's one-time payment option and save yourself from recurring monthly fees associated with other video creation tools. This cost-effective approach makes it an ideal choice for businesses of all sizes, ensuring you can maximize your resources without straining your budget.

9. Swift Video Rendering: Harnessing the power of Chat GPT-4 technology, AI Studio enables lightning-fast video rendering. Experience the convenience of generating videos within seconds, allowing you to save time and streamline your video creation workflow effectively.

10. Versatile Marketing Capabilities: Whether you require explanatory videos, animated clips, or any other marketing-oriented content, AI Studio equips you with the tools and capabilities to produce engaging and impactful videos. Attract and retain your target audience with visually compelling content tailored to your marketing goals.

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Who Is AI Studio Best For?

1. Content Creators,

2. Small and Medium-sized Businesses,

3. Marketing and Advertising Professionals,

4. Educators and Trainers,

5. Freelancers and Creative Professionals,

6. Global Businesses,

How does AI Studio  work?

Generate and Market Infinite Videos with Ease in 3 Simple Steps:

STEP #1: CHOOSE: Opt for Pre-Made Templates or Initiate from a Blank Canvas

STEP #2: ENHANCE: Incorporate Text and/or Music, and Let AI Seamlessly Integrate Sound Waves and Subtitles into Your Video

STEP #3: PROFIT: Instantly Preview or Download with a Single Click, Generate Unlimited Videos for Personal Use or Offer for Sale to Clients, and Retain 100% of the Earnings.

AI Studio Review - Pros & Cons

Pons: ● Unleash the Power of AI to Create Limitless Videos. ● Access an Extensive Collection of High-Quality Templates. ● Experience the Cutting-Edge Cloud-Based Platform. ● Enhance Your Videos with Automatic Sound Wave Generation. ● Effortlessly Share Your Creations on Social Media. ● Harness AI Technology for Professional Voice-overs. ● No Technical Skills or Experience are needed. ● Convenient 1-Click Downloads ● Unlock Unlimited Opportunities to Sell Videos to Clients. ● Enjoy a Comprehensive Commercial License.

Cons: Users haven't found any specific cons yet. However, there are some additional bonuses available.

 AI Studio Review- FAQ

Q: Do I require any prior experience to begin?

A: Not at all! All you need is an internet connection.

Q: Are there any monthly expenses?

A: It depends. If you take action now, there are no costs. However, if you wait, there may be a monthly fee of $997.

Q: How long does it take to start earning money?

A: On average, our members make their first sale on the same day they gain access to AI Studio.

Q: Do I need to purchase any additional items for it to function?

A: No, AI Studio is a comprehensive package. You receive everything necessary to make it work. Nothing is left out.

Q: What if I encounter failure?

A: While that is unlikely, we have eliminated all the risks for you. If you try AI Studio and don't succeed, we will refund every penny you paid, along with an additional $300 as an apology for wasting your time.

Q: How can I get started?

A: Fantastic! I appreciate your enthusiasm. Simply click any of the buy buttons on the page and secure your copy of AI Studio at a one-time fee.

 AI Studio Review- My Recommendation

Thank you for taking the time to read my sincere evaluation of AI Studio. If you are involved in video content production, I wholeheartedly endorse AI Studio. This remarkable video creation tool harnesses the cutting-edge power of Chat GPT-4 technology, fundamentally transforming the approach to video creation and utilization for marketing endeavors. 

AI Studio boasts an intuitive interface, a plethora of customization possibilities, and an extensive media library, enabling users to effortlessly craft breathtaking videos of professional-grade quality in mere seconds. Seize this chance to amplify your business's profitability by clicking the button below and becoming part of this exceptional tool.

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Yeah, this.

Especially because a lot of us who got really good at art got that way because we put so much effort into it. I've spent years reading books, analyzing story structures, trying them out for myself, figuring out what writing methods work for me, starting to write novels, abandoning them, having blocks both internal and external that stop me from making art, figuring out how to actually motivate myself to do it.

Make no mistake - I firmly believe that anyone can create some form of art. I think anyone could create a good story if they made an effort at it. And anyone who wanted to, I would joyously help them do it!

But you can't just magically be good at something. And a part of finding the joy in it is getting good at it. In seeing a consistent style develop from the blatant Star Wars and Firefly ripoffs I was making a decade ago, in seeing myself explore and experiment in genres I never thought I'd love. I've learned so much about stories and I've gotten good at telling them and I'm actually proud of that. To understand how to make good art, you have to understand why good art works, and that's a process that takes effort. It takes making bad art. It takes forgiving yourself for making bad art and trying again. It takes a lot of that, actually.

I hear a lot of AI bros whine that you have to get really good at understanding how to prompt a software for it to give you anything good. And sure, that's gonna take practice and experimentation, but it's still fundamentally different. If you get an AI image generator to generate you an image of your D&D character, you're asking for a commission. Just like I'd have to work with my artist friends to get the commission done, try to communicate what's in my head more clearly if it's not clear by the references I send, gather those references in the first place, etc. And maybe it does take a couple tries, but to stick with the microwave analogy, it took me a few times to figure out that I got the best results by, instead of putting two and a quarter cups of water in my bowl of rice, just putting two.

My god my girlies

MY GIRLIES. I am still crying, I am still crying about this. Every day I cry about this.

You bitched so hard about being forced to read 1984 in school when it’s so problematic (tm)

Maybe you should have actually paid attention when you read it

Because all these AI fics

You are LITERALLY MAKING THE GARBAGE NOVELS FROM 1984 that are written by machines

You have literally recreated the worthless soulless machine-made books

Literally,

Literally. Every once in a while it hits me in a fresh wave of disbelief and anger. You have literally created the dystopian book from the dystopian story about why dystopia is bad, and you are passing it around like it’s this amazing thing. I’m crying, I’m crying.

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Beyond the Screen: Discovering the Thrill of Live Casino Online Gaming

In the fast-paced world of online entertainment, live casino online games have carved out a vibrant niche, offering players an electrifying mix of real-world casino action and digital convenience. Gone are the days when online gambling meant playing with algorithms and lifeless interfaces. Today’s live casino platforms stream real human dealers directly to your device, delivering an authentic gaming experience that brings the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas straight into your living room.

What Makes Live Casino Online Different?

Traditional online casino games rely on Random Number Generators (RNGs) to determine outcomes. While fair and efficient, these systems often lack the atmosphere and suspense that many players crave. Enter live casino gaming — a revolutionary concept that integrates live-streamed video, real-time interaction, and professional dealers to replicate the feel of a land-based casino.

Players join live tables via their computers, smartphones, or tablets and interact with real dealers who shuffle cards, spin wheels, and manage the game in real-time. Cameras capture every moment, and chat functions allow for direct communication between player and dealer, creating an engaging and personal experience.

Popular Games Offered in Live Casinos

Live casinos host a variety of classic games, including:

Live Blackjack: Arguably the most popular live game. Players compete against a real dealer to reach 21 without going over, with side bets and variations adding excitement.

Live Roulette: Watch the wheel spin in real-time as you place bets on red, black, numbers, or combinations. Some platforms even offer multiple camera angles for added immersion.

Live Baccarat: A fast-paced, elegant game where players bet on the player, banker, or a tie. Many live versions include additional features like squeeze options and no-commission tables.

Live Poker: Games like Casino Hold’em or Three Card Poker provide the thrill of strategic play against the house with real cards and real dealers.

Game Shows: Some live casinos offer unique, interactive game show experiences like Dream Catcher, Crazy Time, or Monopoly Live, combining gambling with entertainment-style formats.

The Technology Powering Live Casino Games

The magic of live casino online lies in its advanced technology:

HD Video Streaming: High-definition cameras and robust streaming capabilities ensure clear visuals and smooth gameplay.

Optical Character Recognition (OCR): This technology reads the physical actions of the dealer — such as card dealing or roulette spins — and translates them into digital data instantly.

Game Control Units (GCUs): Each table is equipped with a GCU that encodes the live stream and ensures seamless integration between live action and player interface.

Secure Servers & Encryption: To protect player data and financial transactions, reputable live casinos use top-tier cybersecurity measures.

Benefits of Playing Live Casino Online

Convenience: Play your favorite table games at any time, from anywhere in the world — no need to travel to a physical location.

Real-Time Experience: Engage with professional dealers and experience the suspense of every hand or spin in real-time.

Social Interaction: Chat with dealers and other players, making the experience more lively and communal.

Fairness & Transparency: Watch every move as it happens — nothing is hidden behind code or software.

Multiple Variations: Enjoy classic games with modern twists, bonus features, and betting options to suit all skill levels.

The Future of Live Casinos

As technology continues to advance, the future of live casino gaming is poised for even greater immersion. Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are on the horizon, promising to create fully interactive casino environments that players can explore and engage with in 360 degrees. Artificial intelligence (AI) could also personalize gaming experiences based on individual preferences and behaviors.

Final Thoughts

Live casino online gaming represents the perfect marriage of tradition and innovation. It brings the tactile, social, and visual aspects of real-world casinos to the digital domain with remarkable precision. For players seeking the thrill of authentic gameplay without stepping outside their homes, live casinos offer a dynamic, reliable, and deeply engaging alternative. As this trend continues to grow, it’s safe to say that the future of gambling is not only digital — it’s live.