#avalon high icons

[nostalgc]

Avalon High, (2010).

[enchantedbat]

I think it's super sad how few ‘magical creatures’ there are in Winx apart from fairies, pixies and witches, or how little they are used. The teachers are diverse, and I really like that. But I just wish that it could've been explored a bit more.

Especially talking about planets and their inhabitants. I am not sure if it's still in my drafts or if I ever posted how I would like for them to be more unique in their appearance, and perhaps have special traits/marks/whatever.

Anyway, I think the best way would've been to use the specialists to showcase different magical beings/species. Let's talk about it.

Helia, you beautiful man. I saw fairy Helia already and believe it's not a novel concept but it's an amazing one, especially considering we meet no male fairy but see them on Domino / Sparx (if I remember it correctly...?). He could be a fairy of creation! Similar to Flora and her natural powers, while maintaining his artistic spirit. It would even be funnier if Saladin was a fairy too but still is the headmaster of the Red Fountain.

Alternatively, Helia could be an elf. Young Saladin resembles Palladium a bit and Helia has these typical male elf features if we are honest. He would be connected to magic still. Potentially be a Wood or High Elf!

Last but not least: A merman. I think it's the long hair mainly but I think he just fits the vibe of a mythical creature with a connection to nature.

Riven, my prince of darkness. My first thought is and always will be that he could've been a vampire. It's basic but vampires are iconic and could pair so well with Darcy - mental manipulation, dark powers, control of the shadows. I do not fuck with Winx vampires though. I have not a favourite vampire system but you best believe he gets the advantages while having no disadvantages.

One could object that vampires do not really fit the aesthetic and vibe of Winx. I agree. Riven could be a wizard too or have magical powers fitting the vibe of an arcane trickster. But even better would be something draconic. He got that temper, the vibe and could have his own fiery powers.

Sky, literal king. One could have thought that Riven would be a wizard but no, it's Sky! Listen, I think Eraklyon hates witches and had their own trials and such. What would be more shocking than their own prince being a wizard! Wizard would mean the male version of witch here. Erendor seems like the type to have an affair or Samara is a secret witch! The potential...

It also adds spice to Bloom's and Sky's relationship, seeing that wizards sorcerers hunted Earth Fairies, which Bloom could qualify as. Like not really but maybe yes. It's complicated.

I do not see Sky as something else except maybe a werewolf as the contrast to Riven's vampire but again, werewolves do not really fit the vibe - do they?

Brandon, the knight in shining armour. To be honest, I do not see Brandon being anything else than "human". Maybe a Paladin? He could even be a winged one like Avalon. The wings could be foldable.

If Sky were a werewolf, Brandon would be one too. They seem like two boys who play as pups and then grow up to be pack leaders or something.

I really love Brandon and I hope nobody thinks I gave him no thought because I did. I just really like him as he is and there was no mythical creature that I would need to see in the Winx.

Timmy, a cutiepatootie.

Aside from Helia, I could also see Timmy being a fey-like creature, for example fairy, elf, leprechaun. First, I thought of a dwarf though. They are commonly presented as skilled craftsmen. He doesn't fit the look of a stereotypical dwarf though and I am not talking height (smol king Timmy would rule), so he could be like the one breaking tradition: becoming a specialist, pursuing a fairy (from Zenith!) and such. From my point of view, Timmy could be an elf as well! It would be a great way to explore the difference between elves. I see him with magical powers and how he at first is clumsy with them but growing confident as person, he develops them more.

Nabu, our favourite alive husband. Strictly speaking, Nabu is not a specialist, but I will involve him anyway! He's a wizard, that's a fact. But he's also allowed to explore his possibilities. Obviously, of course: merman. He would still have magical powers, but he would also be a beautiful merman with a gorgeous tail.

Actually, I like him being a wizard very much. I just really would've loved to see mermen before Season 5.

I am thinking about writing something that could explore this but knowing me, I never publish it. Anyway, this is all just ranting and imagining. You can happily share your opinion or protest mine or whatever!

[thefirstknife]

So when last year for destiny wrapped up, literally the night before the servers went down for Final Shape, I spent the whole night in party finder to get through the legendary vexcalibur mission for the Scribetrace shell. I wanted the lore without looking it up.

I got it and it was very satisfying, I was riding the high right up until I actually read the lore. I had to lay down for a little bit over Crabby Old Man getting bodyslammed out of existence by 6.5 million fuckowatts of vex bullshit.

So I'm sure it goes without saying that I about jumped out of my chair at this week's lorebook.

I'm glad you were able to get it!!!

I have many thoughts about Asher and everything that happened to him and how he dealt with it all. Avalon mission was really cool and seeing him facepalming at us was so good and bittersweet. And despite Mithrax saying he can no longer sense him in there, I felt like obviously some part of him must still be there in the network, inherently. Just maybe not as distinctly self-aware as before.

So yeah. This week's lore book. I really enjoy that they kept it fairly subtle; he really can't be as he was before, but there's something distinctly him that cannot be erased. So distinct that you can essentially use 1-2 words and you know immediately it's Asher. He's that iconic.

[gellavonhamster]

Thoughts on The Witcher now that I've finished the books (or rather, finished the main saga - I'm aware there are some prequels? side stories?? but idk when I'll get to them, definitely not now)

On the whole, it's great! I think what I enjoyed the most is how... experimental it felt? I went in convinced it's going to be classic high fantasy, but it starts out already as a very different thing, namely fairytale parody/retelling, and then it accumulates progressively more and more various elements - non-linear narrative, different framing devices, time jumps into the future, time travel, parallel universes, the-butterfly-effect kinda thing with that disease from another world, even a crossover with Arthuriana. And all that with drama and humour going hand in hand - here's a description of a bloody battle, it happened next to a village called Old Bums (I don't know how it's called in the English translation but in the Russian one it's Старые Жопки and I laughed so fucking hard). It sounds like it's too much, too eclectic, and it shouldn't work, but holy shit it works. I am very impressed.

(Regarding the crossover with Arthuriana, my first instinct was to grumble that this Galahad doesn't feel like Galahad at all, but then I decided it's another deconstruction like with the fairytales in the first two books. What if the Beauty was more monstrous than the Beast? What if Galahad was a normal lad?)

Another thing I enjoyed was the focus on ordinary people (a word which here means "all humanoid races that exist in a given fantasy story"). When I was reading it, I couldn't help comparing it to A Song of Ice and Fire - not in order to pit two bad bitches against each other, it's just that, y'know, it's two long iconic fantasy series and so on. And I came to a conclusion that to me personally, ASOIAF feels like a more fantastic one, even though it has less magic, less magical creatures, less fantasy races. Because most of the POV or otherwise important characters are royalty/noblemen (even if the circumstances force them to live like the common people) and/or some kind of (potential) chosen ones and/or otherwise unusual. The only such character among the main cast of The Witcher is Ciri (and she fights against those roles, and in the end she's finally not a royal and not a chosen one, and it's for the best). Everyone else, for the most part, is just a person with a job. Geralt is a mutant but he's not the only one of his kind, and his life (and his mutation) is defined by his profession as a witcher. Yennefer and other sorceresses are not as unique as, say, Melisandre in ASOIAF - sure, it's magic, but it's quite a widespread profession, you can learn it at a special school. Dandelion is a nobleman, technically, but he doesn't live like one, he earns a living as a bard and a poet. Regis is a vampire but it's not like "what do you do?" - "duh, I'm a vampire", he's a herbalist. The dwarves' experiences are linked to their usual jobs in mining and banking, etc. Am I making sense? (I just remembered Cahir is a nobleman. The point still stands)

Also, a lot of attention is paid to the plight of common people such as peasants and workers during the Great Historical Events, and I loved that. (The best chapter? The one about the field medics' tent during the Battle of Brenna, hands down) The politics/worldbuilding are also great and well-constructed, but I think I've mentioned that at some point already. I had trouble keeping all the character names in mind but I always felt very proud of myself when I recognized a name/character I've already encountered. Like, hey, we've briefly met this sorceress as a little girl! This guy from the future is a descendant of this guy from the present! Made me feel like I'm putting a puzzle together.

And the ending! Ohhhh it broke my heart but it felt so appropriate. I know it's Avalon and Arthurian motifs again, but the thing I was immediately reminded of was *guy who's only read Nilfgaardian literature voice* The Master and Margarita... a little afterlife for two, not light but peace. Ciri finally free to build her own life without anyone trying to make her into a pawn or a saviour or a womb on legs or any combination of the three. Dandelion doomed to be the storyteller. The world remains cruel and unjust even though the great war is over, honour and kindness are still not rewarded, but also it's not worth living without honour and kindness. Yeah.

There were also parts I didn't like. I think it's a pity that the series begins with the short story collection because I can totally see people picking it up and then DNFing because the short story collections are. Well, they're not terrible, but imo they're worse than the novels, especially when it comes to female characters, which I think would be a dealbreaker for a lot of people. I don't mean the mentions of sexual violence - it is a series about the horrors of war, after all; I mean all the She Breasted Boobily Down the Stairs. When there's no POV of female characters to counterbalance that, it does seem like the only role of women in the story (unless they're old enough to be a mom figure like Nenneke or young enough to be a daughter figure like Ciri) is to be a sexual object. And sure, it might be mentioned that she has some backstory or some trauma or some ambition on her own, but the most important thing is that she's beautiful and she wants to bang our protagonist sooo much. Which is another thing that annoyed me. Look, I get it! Geralt's a great guy! He's an honourable man in a dishonourable world! He can't get you pregnant and I'm pretty sure he can't have STDs either! But when there are so many Bond girls it does become laughable. TO ME.

Also, this is stupid, but, like. I always feel a little bad when I just can't connect to female characters 🤦‍♀️ and it's not like I didn't like any of them, I absolutely loved Ciri and Milva and Angoulême and Nenneke and Calanthe and I eventually grew fond of Yennefer when I got to see more of her on her own when she's actually a person and not a Protagonist's Love Interest. I just really, really wanted to like the Sorceresses' Lodge, but most of them just feel like the same character to me, with only some minor tweaks, and I find that boring. It's not like this character type can't ever be interesting, it's just. They all feel the same! I had hopes about Assire and Fringilla but then they also turned out to be the same. At least Triss is pathetic and sabotaging her most important relationships in a way that feels realistic, that's interesting. RIP Tissaia de Vries, you were a real one.

In conclusion, can't say I liked each and every detail about these books, but overall I think they're really, really good, and I'm glad I read them! And now I'm gonna stick to ignoring all the fandom content apart from what is reblogged by the people I follow, because I've already dived into the notes on some posts and blogs and saw some opinions that made me squint at the screen like Edgar Poe in that one Kate Beaton comic strip

[stormbreaker101]

BEHOLD! MY MAP!

I first made it on a physical styrofoam board, then realized my phone camera is bad so I remade it in MS Paint. The locations of the worlds are NOT indicative of their actual positions in the Spiral (i have more headcanons about that), and instead were chosen just so that no thumbtack was directly in between 2 others... to some extent.

There are 49 different connections and each one has SOME bit of reasoning behind it, which I shall write under the cut.

I made this map for my AU, Corrupted Spiral, which has some noncanon shenanigans going on.

1) Wizard City/Wysteria: Canon says so

2) Wizard City/Valencia: The old Leyline to Valencia in the Catacombs, a handful of Valencians live in Wizard City, more know quite a surprising amount of the Wizard & WC.

3) Wizard City/Avalon: The old Leyline to Avalon in the Catacombs

4) Wizard City/Dragonspyre: The Druid/Dragoon war, and Dragonspyrian immigration to Wizard City after the awakening of the Fire Titan.

5) Krokotopia/Marleybone: Of course Marleybone would expand its empire to a neighboring world. In fact, I'm of the headcanon that the reason we see so LITTLE of Krok and it's all so hyper-concentrated into the Iconic Bits TM is because Marleybone fucking TOOK CHUNKS OF KT AND BROUGHT IT CLOSER TO MB SO IT'D BE EASIER TO HAVE EXPEDITIONS TO IT. (Following in the accidental footsteps of Stallion Quartermane)

6) Krokotopia/Valencia: To-be-released Canon P101 (Arc 2)

7) Krokotopia/Mirage: Both based on SWANA, and I'm of the opinion that worlds with similar IRL geography should be closer together. It just makes sense. Plus, both worlds mention the Sands of Time.

8) Krokotopia/Wallaru: Of course the Krokotillians (Pharaoh Ramakrok in particular) would attempt to expand their empire to a neighboring world. Additionally, I'm of the headcanon that the Manders, Koalas, and Kangaroos are all distant descendants of the Storm Titan (I can go in further detail if asked), so it makes sense for folks of related origin to be nearby.

9) Marleybone/Avalon: Both worlds are based on England, just different eras of it. We see a fair bit of species overlap between the two worlds as well; I'm of the headcanon that MB and AV split off from each other, with AV retaining its high-fantasy magic and MB going more low-fantasy steampunk.

10) Marleybone/Valencia: Canon P101.

11) Marleybone/Mooshu: Canon P101.

12) Marleybone/Cool Ranch: The Marleyboneans are seen establishing CR's train systems with fail time and time again (Duck of Death, Great Sky Train Robbery Gauntlet)

13) Mooshu/Zafaria: A Wizard101 NPC mentions she trades internationally, and Mooshu is one of her regular stops (alongside Marleybone, Avalon, and Polaris). Mooshu also acts as a junction between Zafaria and Marleybone and ergo the other Spiral Powers.

14) Mooshu/Valencia: Canon P101.

15) Mooshu/Skull Island: Canon P101.

16) Mooshu/Wysteria: The wisteria plant is native to East Asia (which Mooshu is based on the way a protein shake is based on multiple ingredients: thrown into a blender), and we see pigfolk in both worlds. Similar Species clause. Yes I am absolutely going to rewrite Wysteria so it's not a fucking joke because I know leaving it in its canon state with this history is a big Yikes Move.

17) Dragonspyre/Monquista: Canon P101.

18) Dragonspyre/Valencia: Canon P101.

19) Celestia/Azteca: Celestia and Azteca have so much history to me. I made a big ol' post about it.

20) Celestia/Khrysalis: Both worlds are deeply involved in the study of Astral magic, the Celestian Zodiac includes the 4 Celestian Creatures of the Radiant Alcazar, and both worlds take... inspiration from Oceania (Celestia's Watermoles are a gross stereotyped imitation of Polynesia, and Khrysalis includes references to Aotearoa)

21) Celestia/Empyrea: I have a headcanon that the Celestians were made by Raven to be stewards of Astral magic, the way the Kalamar, Nimbari, and Dwarves were made to be stewards of the main Schools (besides Balance). But because Astral magic forms a triad of Schools rather than a pair, they couldn't form a Paradox Chain and so Raven deemed them 'unworthy' of staying in Empyrea and so dropped them into what is now Celestia. However, this action caused the 2 worlds to form a link, which became a Stormgate.

22) Zafaria/Aquila: Apparently Carthage existed and the Punic wars happened.

23) Zafaria/Polaris: Same reasoning as Marleybone/Zafaria.

24) Zafaria/Mirage: A similar (albeit weaker) situation as Krokotopia/Mirage, in that the 2 worlds are (sorta) based on similar(ish) places geographically. Additionally, we see both Lions and variants of primates in both worlds.

25) Avalon/Karamelle: They both have fae and that's good enough for me. It's how Lydia made it to Avalon to save Merle Ambrose's life from badly photoshopped gay baby jail.

26) Avalon/Grizzleheim: Both worlds feature bears (the Grizzlies in GH and King Art + Balor the Broken Fang of AV) and giants (Grendels & the Jotuns in GH, the Fomori in AV). Species Similarity.

27) Azteca/Skull Island: I'm just going to point you to THIS again. Also, Xol Akmul's existence.

28) Azteca/Karamelle: I made this choice solely to make my main pirate's backstory work.

29) Khrysalis/Darkmoor: Both are pretty "shadowy" worlds, plain and simple. It just makes sense. The vibes and nothing more profound than that. You understand.

30) Khrysalis/Empyrea: We see a handful of Khrysalis NPCs stranded in Aeriel Shore, and also I just love the idea of a stormgate stretching from the most Light-heavy world to the most Shadow-heavy world. Like, the Heart cannot be completely severed from Spider. Ripped out, but not disconnected.

31) Polaris/Valencia: Canon P101.

32) Polaris/Empyrea: Raven made Empyrea to keep herself out. She dumped Mellori in Polaris. The two worlds hold a theme of being distant enough from everything else that Raven assumes them safe. Sounds pretty close to each other to me yknow?

33) Polaris/Grizzleheim: Similar to Avalon/Grizzleheim, both worlds feature bears (the Grizzlies and the Oskiy) and giants (the Grendels + Jotuns and the yetis). Additionally, the Rus that became Eastern Europe were originally norsemen. Once again bringing up the Geographical Proximity = Spiralian Proximity.

34) Mirage/Wallaru: I have a headcanon that the Sands of Time are related to the Dreaming. If the Dreaming is a sea of possibility, of everything and everywhen all at once, then the Sands of Time are just the things that became real, crystallizing and precipitating onto Mirage.

35) Empyrea/Wysteria: There is regular trade between these two worlds.

36) Empyrea/Karamelle: So we're just gonna take the canon gobbler shit and just kinda burn it in a fire, then completely rework the Alphoi's involvement in Karamelle to not be so shit. Don't worry I made it way better. Ask me about it.

37) Aquila/Valencia: Canon P101. Also what if Valencia had more birdfolk than just Marco Pollo?

38) Aquila/Monquista: Canon P101.

39) Darkmoor/Grizzleheim: Similar to Polaris/Grizzleheim, in that some of the Norse became Eastern Europe. But now instead of fantasy Russia, it's fantasy Romania.

40) Darkmoor/Cool Ranch: English Bill was able to flee from CR to DM to become the Duck of Death.

41) Skull Island/Monquista: Canon P101.

42) Skull Island/Cool Ranch: Canon P101.

43) Skull Island/Valencia: Canon P101.

44) Skull Island/Wallaru: We see many folks of Skull Island in Wallaru in-game, plus it's a convenient way for the Spiral Powers to be able to reach Wallaru.

45) Valencia/Cool Ranch: The Valencian unicorns became the Santo Pollan Stallions, and what if some of the Aquilan/Valencian birds also became the birds of Cooper's Roost? Something something the idea of the West moving from the Roman Empire to Modern Europe to America.

46) Cleaved/Lemuria: CCSAU lore time: CS Lemuria is basically in the Cleaved Spiral now, rather than in the CS Spiral. It probably has a handful of Stormgates leading to multiple worlds of the Cleaved Spiral, but that's not what this is about.

47) Cleaved/Grizzleheim: A rift formed between Cleaved!Karamelle and CS Grizzleheim because many canon Karamelle NPCs fled to Grizzleheim. The presence of "the same" characters in multiple Spirals forged a gateway between the two.

48) Cleaved/Wallaru: Just like the Cleaved/Grizzleheim rift, a rift formed between CS Wallaru and Cleaved Wallaru.

49) Lemuria/Empyrea: To help the two Spirals be more interconnected, and to help Lemuria develop a standing, a Stormgate between CS Lemuria and CS Empyrea was made. Why Empyrea? Because it's doing rather well compared to the rest of the CS Spiral, and also because knowledge of the other rifts between Cleaved and CS weren't international knowledge yet.

[theholmwoodfoundation]

THE HOLMWOOD FOUNDATION PILOT EPISODE CAST/CREW - PART THREE

GEORGIA COOK - CO-WRITER AND CO-PRODUCER

Georgia Cook is an illustrator and scribe-award nominated writer from London. She has written for publications such as Baffling, Vastarien Lit, and Flame Tree press, as well as the Doctor Who range with Big Finish. Her Doctor Who Novel, Ruby Red, is currently available from Penguin books. She frequently writes and narrates for various horror anthology podcasts such as 'Creepy', 'The Other Stories', and 'The Night's End'. She can be found on twitter at @georgiacooked and on her website at https://www.georgiacookwriter.com/

FIO TRETHEWEY - CO-WRITER AND CO-PRODUCER

Fio Trethewey is a writer and artist known for their love of Doctor Who, Arthurian Legend and 80s cult classics. Alongside working for the Lancet as a Deputy Operations Manager he has written a variety of audio dramas and short stories for Big Finish Productions for their Doctor Who box sets, most recently writing for the Gallifrey War Room Series both ‘The Last Days of Phaidon” (2022), “Transference” (2023) and The Twelfth Doctor Chronicles finale "You Only Die Twice.' Fio has also contributed their prose work to various anthologies including Overdue: Mystery, Adventure, and the World’s Lost Books, Shadows Over Avalon Volume 2 and Sockhops and Seances for 18thWall Productions. Lastly, as a writer and artist to charity anthologies and raised money on a charity drawing stream for FareShare UK back in October 2020 raising $4,762.

KATHARINE ARMITAGE - SCRIPT EDITOR

Katharine is a writer, script editor and director in drama and comedy. Most recently she directed new Radio 4 sitcom 'Tom and Lauren Are Going OOT!' and wrote scripts including 'The Beautiful Game' and 'Nowhere, Never' for Big Finish's Doctor Who audio dramas.  She also wrote and directed an adaptation of 'Dracula', back in 2017, so was delighted to return to the Count's world in working on 'The Holmwood Foundation'.

BENJI CLIFFORD - SOUND DESIGNER/ ENGINEER

Benji is a sound designer, musician, and presenter from the UK who specialises in post-production audio design. Whether creating cinematic multi-cast productions or intimate storytelling through audiobooks, Benji ensures that you get the highest quality, professional-sounding production. Throughout his time as a sound designer, Benji has worked on many famous properties such as BBC's Doctor Who and Torchwood, ITV's iconic Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet and Stingray, as well as cult tv revivals such as Terry Nation's Survivors, Space 1999, Adam Adamant Lives and Blake's 7, to name a few. Using the latest industry-standard equipment, software, and a fully loaded sound effects library consisting of thousands of recordings, Benji delivers a clean and contemporary sound regardless of your budgetary requirements. In addition to working in his own studio, Benji has extensive experience engineering in some of London's busiest recording studios. He has also helped many companies and productions continue working during remote working restrictions, ensuring high quality can be achieved even in less-than-ideal environments. Since 2017, Benji has co-hosted the weekly Big Finish Podcast alongside Nicholas Briggs. This podcast has a worldwide reach with thousands of listeners, and he has also performed it live across the UK and in the USA.

PART ONE: HERE

PART TWO: HERE

[maviescafe]

Hunters, do you play others games or our boys are enough for you? I haven't been playing anything besides lads lately and honestly speaking haven't felt the need too, even though I caught up in the chapters there is still the Orbits/hunter Contests/AC (speaking of Wich, did anyone cried too with the Lumiere Route, I was sobbing the whole time also I'm convinced that were getting a few hints on Ever through it). I have a few that I tried, also some demos and got a few other "smaller" games just to unwind, would you like to know about it? This is the latest one I found, it got announced last week.

Chain devastating combos alongside your spectral allies, scale towering foes in dynamic, vertical boss battles, and traverse a world where modern London and mythical Avalon collide. A story of vengeance, redemption, and lost history, every fight brings you closer to uncovering the truth behind the fog and your own mysterious power.

Features Include:

⚔️ Spectral Knight Dual-Fighting System – Customize devastating combos with spectral knights in frenetic high-speed battles

🏰 Modern London Meets Medieval Fantasy – Explore iconic landmarks warped by an apocalyptic invasion

🛡️ Colossal Knights Roaming the City – Scale and battle massive, dynamic knights across London in vertical, interconnected challenges

👑 Unique Boss Fights – Confront godlike beings inspired by Arthurian myths and legends

🕵️ Discover the Secrets of Your Power – Unravel the mysteries of Gwendolyn’s origin in a journey of revenge, reunion, and redemption

The battle for two worlds begins. Will you rise above the Tides of Annihilation?

[omegaremix]

Favorites For The 10′s.

Artists:

Cold Cave

Happy Meals / Free Love

Self Defense Family

Black Marble

Miss Red

Uniform

Death Grips

Russell Haswell

Omar Souleyman

Oldbill$

Water From Your Eyes / Thanks For Coming

Parquet Courts

Aurat

Releases:

Function & Vatican Shadow Games Have Rules

York Factory Complaint Lost In The Spectacle

Kedr Livanskiy January Sun

John Carpenter Lost Themes Remixed

Raveonettes, The Pe’ahi

Tearist Living: 2009-Present

Dame Charm School

Ron Morelli Disappearer

Happy Meals / Free Love Luxury Hits

Cold Cave Cherish The Light Years

Black Marble A Different Arrangement

Black Boot s/t

Post Trash Volumes 1-4

America Fuck Fertility Clown

Diat Positive Energy

Tropic Of Cancer Stop Suffering e.p.

My Bloody Valentine MBV

Primitive Weapons Surrender Yourself

Algiers s/t

Happy Meals / Free Love Apero

Daughters You Won’t Get What You Want

Water From Your Eyes All A Dance

JK Flesh Rise Above

New Dreams Ltd. Initiation Tape: Isle Of Avalon Edition

Alan Vega It

Unsane Wreck

XXYYXX s/t

Refreshers How Bout U

Ninos Du Brasil Vida Eterna

Azar Swan Cut Hands & Vatican Shadow Variations

Rixe Coups Et Blessures e.p.

Songs:

Nine Inch Nails “Over And Out”

Cold Cave & Black Rain & Genesis Breyer P-Orridge “Comprehension”

Boy Harsher “Pain”

Glass Candy “Warm In The Winter”

IO Echo “Carnation”

Ariel Pink’s Haunted Graffiti “Fright Night (Nevermore)”

Tropic Of Cancer “I Woke Up And The Storm Was Over”

Tame Impala “New Person Same Old Mistakes”

Clams Casino “I’m Drawn” (Crim3s RMX)

Preoccupations “Disarray”

GXFR “Ajax”

Mono/Poly “Alpha & Omega”

Prayers “Shaking Hands With Razor Blades”

Washed Out “Feel It All Around”

Planit Hank f. Buckshot & Jeru The Damaja & AZ “Life In Crooklyn”

Holydrug Couple, The “I’ll Only Say This”

LNDN DRGS “Dope Sick”

Phil Western “Bleak Night”

Death Of Pop, The “Sun In My Eyes”

Model/Actriz “Matador”

NGLY “Speechless Tape”

Nick Klein “American Stomach”

Evidence “Throw It All Away”

Westerbur & Rowe “Side C”

York Factory Complaint “Loved”

Rong “Cup”

Xray Eyeballs “X”

Burial “Come Down To Us”

Khruangbin “August 10″

Sleaford Mods “My Jampandy”

Atari Teenage Riot “Black Flags”

Bug, The f. Miss Red “Diss Mi Army”

Godspeed You Black Emperor! “Piss Crowns Are Trebled”

Happy Meals “Crystal Salutations”

Polysick “Barry Talks”

Ta-Ra “L’il Bit”

Crystal Castles “Pap Smear”

Clear Soul Forces “Get No Better”

Molly Nilsson “I Hope You Die”

Consumer Electronics “Knives Cut”

JK Flesh “External Transmission Stage”

Bethlehem Steel “Guts”

Current Affairs “Eyes”

Lost Under Heaven “Black Sun Rising”

MssingNo “Quick Shake Off”

Weeping Icon “Teeth (& A Handbag)”

Purling Hiss “Don’t Even Try It”

Silent Servant “The Strange Attractor”

IKO 93 “Mutt” / “Drag”

Ghxst “Ride”

Uniform & The Body “In My Skin”

Taiwan Housing Project “Buy Buy Buy”

Pastel Ghost “Clouds”

Rainforest Spiritual Enslavement “Watery Grave”

Rezzett “Zootie”

Lower Dens “Ondine”

Azar Swan “Jungle Law”

Pharmakon “Xia Xinfeng”

Impalers “High Wired”

Uniform “The Lost”

Akitsa “Prophétie Héritique”

Self Defense Family “Indoor Wind Chimes”

clipping. “Wriggle”

Antwon “Helicopter”

Ice Cream “Plastic”

Bug, The f. SpaceApe “At War With Time”

Hot Flash Heat Wave “Glo Ride”

Priests “Jesus’ Son”

Gong Gong Gong “Down Quantity Road”

Brian Eno & Kevin Shields “Only Once Away My Son”

All These Fingers “Puerta Vallarta”

White Mystery “White Mystery”

Boards Of Canada “Nothing Is Real”

Underworld & Iggy Pop “Bells And Circles”

HTRK “Summer Rain”

Joan Shelley “Over And Even”

Surfbort “Slushie”

Vatican Shadow “Weapons Inspection”

Nick Klein “Anxiety Plae”

Copper Sounds & Franco Franco “Accelerazione Generale”

Trouble Knows Me “Celebrity Vision”

BADBADNOTGOOD “In Your Eyes” (f. Charlotte Day Wilson)

Found Discoveries (non-’10′s):

Keiji Haino “See That My Grave Is Kept Clean”

Isolated Showers “Death Through Open Eyes”

Steve Khan “The Blue Man”

Body Without Organs “Osiris Rises”

Spizzenergi “Soldier Soldier”

Joanna Brouk “The Space Between”

Bereket Mengistaab “Lebay (My Heart Or My Emotions)”

Bathory (s/t)

Suicide (s/t)

Subtle Turnhips “F* The People F* The Power F* The People To The Power”

Mayhem De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas

Thomas Leer & Robert Rental The Bridge

Negril (s/t)

SPK “Serenace”

Gigi Masin “Tears Of A Clown”

Cabaret Voltaire Extended Play

Kegcharge s/t

Charles Manson Lie

Sandro Brugnolini & Stefano Torossi “Effetto Notte”

Captain Sensible & The Softies “Jet Boy Jet Girl”

Jah Wobble & The Edge & Holger Czukay “Hold On To Your Dreams”

Prurient Cocaine Death

Les Rallizes DeNudes Heavier Than A Death In The Family

Desire “Mirror Mirror”

Anti-Nowhere League “For You”

World Renown The LP

Most Precious Blood Our Lady Annihilation

Council Estate Electronics “Hall Hayes”

Eric Gale “Morning Glory”

Killing Joke “Mass”

Ata Kak s/t

You Love Her Coz She’s Dead

Joy Division “Interzone”

Tunnel Canary “Jihad”

Death Spiritual / Mental / Physical

Hirut Bekele “ልሽከም ፍቅር”

Labels:

Awesome Tapes From Africa

Wharf Cat

Katorga Works

Detriti

Sacred Bones

Hospital Productions

Italians Do It Better

RRRecords

Label Compilations:

Monorail Trespassing Project Housing

Italians Do It Better After Dark

L.I.E.S. Music For Shut-Ins

Avon Terror Corps No Sleep ‘Till Avon

Fuzzoscope Earwax Shelf Life

Total Disappointments:

Tim Lambesis attempted murder for hire

Endless Kanye West coverage

Bhad Bhabie.

2016.

deaths and suicides of various legends (all genres)

Ten Walls’ career suicide

PWR BTTM

Ethan Kath

Orwells, The

Whirr Twitter controversy

Ian Watkins

Blood On The Dance Floor

Tekashi6ix9ine

We’ve only been six years strong (seven with Omega WUSB), but we’ve always had our pulse on what’s going on before then. Ω+ has mapped out where we’ve been, where we’re at, and where we’re going; while our radio show reflects our best finds and habits when we play for keeps. It’s a real-time game with real-time results. With everyone supporting what we do, we feel like winners. It’s inevitable that every end of the year or decade calls for a best-of list and we’re not immune. It’d be a huge undertaking doing a best-of-the-decade for our radio show, and with so much out there, it’s not even possible. So, it’s better if we showed you our entire hand here.

The rules? All songs and albums had to be released in the wild from 2010 to 2019. Artists and labels have had to make their impact visible during this decade as well. All selections are culled from about 75 different music outlets, several Long Island record stores, label mail orders, our radio show Omega WUSB, and our personal site Ω+. We also had a lot of generous help from our own friends and allies of Omega, WUSB, and Bandcamp. There’s even a special section of “classic” discoveries we found during the decade still worth checking out. That’s our “as it happens, when it happens, anything goes” policy of Ω+. Every color, belief system, denomination, and utility is found there. One total exception to all this, though: no pop. We’re no industry authority, just only one person. It’s only opinion. However, some people confuse that with fact, therefore we waive all responsibility for hurt feelings, lost bets, hate mail, mysterious packages, or damaged property, so take it as you will at your own risk.

First, our favorite artists of the decade starting with two very important and personal game-changers. Everyone following Ω+ knows that Cold Cave started the domino effect of turning my life around. It was the first hint of many that showed me that something better was out there to focus on in a post-economic crash era. The other? Parquet Courts. As mentioned a few days ago, our former program director Ari warmed me up to them and opened the door to our current fever of post-punk and d.i.y. It’s been a pretty alluring aesthetic to hear and observe.

Artists such as Self Defense Family, Russell Haswell, and Death Grips not only sound really good at everything they’ve released, but when you take a closer look at them, you’ll realize that they do have great ideas. We champion Self-Defense because of their non-traditional ideas you’ll never see in punk music. Interviews with porno actresses on their albums, their islander series of 7”, naming songs after obscure people, or having their production personnel also become part of the band that tours and makes records at the same time, all on top of Patrick Kinlon’s sense of humor and down-to-earth takes on the human condition. In our eyes, Russell Haswell has embraced technology for his own needs and intentionally uses his experimentation to thwart and throw-off electronic music, rhythms, and dance clubs as one. Who else but Death Grips not only announces splits-ups and cancelled tours but follows up with new records as if nothing ever happened? An instrumental album out of pace with silent interviews? Secret messages, albums produced by Shrek director Andrew Adamson, and rockets-red-glare taking off on No Love Deep Web while MC Ride screams in your ears while Zach Hill and Andy Morin create some of the most mind-destroying sounds leaving forensic cleaners wondering what to do with themselves? Yeah.

Want someone totally unique and not like the others? It’s Israeli dancehall artist Miss Red and Syrian defect-turned-peacemaker Omar Souleyman. You could also add Pakistani dark-wave outfit Aurat as well. Then you have artists we feel do no wrong with everything they do. Black Marble was introduced to us by Alice of WUSB’s Nightmare Aquarium while Happy Meals (now Free Love) was found in the wild. These two gave us a certain specific feel we get hearing their output that is way too good. They also signified new eras moving into new addresses during the decade. At the same time we found Free Love, we also found Uniform. We never heard of them until we showed up at Output (✞) when they shared a bill with Pharmakon, Prurient, Aaron Dilloway, Genesis P. Orridge, and Merzbow. Since then, we loved the prolificness and psychotic insanity of Michael Berdan’s various projects (York Factory Complaint, Drunkdriver, Believer/Law) and Ben Greenberg (Coca Leaf), who also produces and runs one of our favorite labels in Sacred Bones. Hip-hop producer Oldbills, with his cloud- / dream- rap style and technique, got me into the beat-tape world, so say hello to Fuzzoscope, SEENMR, Beat Detectives and All These Fingers when you see them. A late entry? Rachel Brown, half of Water From Your Eyes. We really loved “That’s The Girl” and “We’re Set Up” from All A Danceand then took ourselves to Brown’ssad-girl solo project Thanks For Coming for that New York City d.i.y. feel. Again, blame WUSB’s d.i.y. boy wonder Conor.

The above-mentioned weren’t the only ones who made a huge impression on us. Many albums and songs did the same in other ways. Not only did these albums have our attention the most, but some of them set the tone for personal specific events. I can tell you that Kedr Livanskiy’s January Sun andWater From Your Eyes’ All A Dance  (again)made for some essential and memorable soundtracks to hot Summer days and cold Autumn nights in New York City. New Dreams Ltd.’sInitiation Tape: Isle Of Avalon Edition wasour first discovery into vaporwave, perfectly replicating an early 90’s zeitgeist that was all too shockingly familiar to me. Refreshers’ How Bout U did the exact same thing but for the later half. Tearist’s Living: 2009-Present made us feel like we were in a totally different space we’d never been before and likely will never visit in real life. One glaring entry is Post Trash, the only non-artist / publication on the list whose annual compilations provide lots of what makes Omega WUSB’s post-punk and d.i.y shows. Dame’s Charm School and Black Boot’s 2013 demo not only captured the spirit of Bandcamp’s deep underground and undiscovered artists, but also gave Omega WUSB��something else to play with.

But sirens be damned if we didn’t mention the other albums we rated highly. None more serious than Function & Vatican Shadow’s Games Have Rules, a sensory overloadexuding futurism, searing lights, and ambience in a world of darkness. That’s only one amazing techno record Hospital Productions introduced to us. Ninos Du Brasil was another. Nodoubt Vida Eterna supplied us with some very exciting and harrowing moments we’d oblige to experience again. We found The Raveonettes’ Pe’ahi and we’re open to be blown away again with their noisy red-levels of overloaded garage and surf sounds. While we could be turned off by the name and title of America Fuck’s Fertility Clown, facing their gigantic industrial / electronic anti-capitalist and pro-socialist manifesto is a dramatic undertaking gladly attempted. Though Tool’s Fear Innoculum was their first record in 14 years, their fans didn’t have it as bad as My Bloody Valentine’s. Try a 21-year wait for MBV which ironically dropped in total unexpected fashion and to the surprise of many. MBV had one of our listeners take notice and became responsible for Omega WUSB’s entry into shoegaze.

Obviously, we can’t forget all the many individual finds released this decade listed here. It’s a more precise and accurate list representing Omega on a more personal scale and these are the ones we come back to the most. Each and every one found here has that something special you can’t simply put your finger on, and they all tell a different story. Tracks like LNDN DRGS “Dope Sick” and GXFR’s “Ajax” are some of the most chilling hip-hop cuts we’ve ever experienced. No doubt Boy Harsher’s “Pain” and Azar Swan’s “Jungle Law” epitomize some of our most pulsating moments. Want to feel lost, hopeless, and isolated? There’s Nine Inch Nails’ “Over And Out”, Clams Casino’s “I’m Drawn” (Crim3s RMX) and Phil Western’s “Bleak Night”. Finds in Nick Klein’s “American Stomach” and Copper Sounds & Franco Franco’s “Accelerazione Generale” were so what-the-fuck and left-field that we were scrambling in tongues to figure out exactly where their ideas came from. Khruangbin’s “August 10″ really took us by surprise. We thought it was a usual lost Seventies vinyl find. Wrong. They’re a Houston trio whose brand of funk can replicate that mellow resonant groove to a tee.

Then our return favorites: Molly Nilsson’s “I Hope You Die”, Cold Cave & Black Rain & Genesis Breyer P-Orridge’s “Comprehension”, Ariel Pink’s Haunted Graffiti’s “Fright Night (Nevermore)”, Lost Under Heaven’s “Black Sun Rising”, Uniform & The Body’s “In My Skin”, Lower Dens’ “Ondine”, and Boards Of Canada’s “Nothing Is Real”. And, if we had to pick our one absolute favorite that is worth everything to us? Preoccupations’ “Disarray”. It’s the most unforgettable song. Period.

That’s not all. There’s discoveries not of this decade we’ve found, too. That’s natural. Again, they supply a special time, place, and story for us. And just like this decade’s list, they have something special about them that makes them keepers. Just like how Cold Cave’s Cherish The Light Years became a turning point for me, Prurient’s Cocaine Death came along as an added plus. The sonic and historical origins of Suicide’s self-titled debut, Tunnel Canary’s “Jihad”, SPK’s “Serenace”, and Body Without Organs’ “Osiris Rises” totally defy any explanation and none rather needed or asked for. Some of them simply sound great. Primitive Weapon’s Surrender Yourself and Most Precious Blood’s Our Lady Annihilation makes the list based on sheer power and fire. Bathory’s self-titled debut is arguably one of the best black metal albums that still stands to this day, and don’t forget Mayhem’s either. Only a pinch of classic jazz / fusion finds in Steve Khan, Eric Gale, Negril, and Death are here; essentially a portal to a world which no longer exists. In fact, that genre gets a whole list to itself. Glass Candy’s “Warm In The Winter” laid the foundation for Omega WUSB’s re-entry to the schedule with thanks to our ally Christine of Mix Tape Radio, followed by another Italians Do It Better favorite: Desire’s “Mirror Mirror”. See any unfamiliar names? Bereket Mengistaab, Ata Kak, and Hirut Bekele mark the milestone in Ω+’s exposure to African musicks and we’re currently considering doing a special of it.

We didn’t forget about labels. It’s no surprise that five of the eight labels listed are from New York City. We’re not sorry at all for defending that flag. Thank Brian Shimkovitz’s label-blog Awesome Tapes From Africa for those aforementioned finds and doing what we’ve been doing after him. Wharf Cat and Katorga Works, two bastions of Brooklyn-based post-punk, noise rock, and d.i.y., have given us an immense amount of artists and aesthetic to gloss over. For all things darkness, we’re going with Sacred Bones and Hospital Productions all the way. The former introduced us to Pharmakon, Uniform, Cheena, and John Carpenter’s Lost Themes Remixed, one of our most favorite movie soundtrack projects. The latter lead us to Wes Eisold / Heartworm, Ron Morelli / L.I.E.S., a unique aesthetic which made us think strategically, and a legendary 20th anniversary showcase in Greenpoint we will never forget.

While around before the decade, Los Angeles’ Italians Do It Better has released some great stuff in Desire, Farah, Mike Simonetti, Chromatics, and more. A huge hat-tip to Johnny Jewel for all the free vinyl giveaways he’s sent us and the ones we ordered from him. A late entry we find intriguing is the UK’s Detriti, Their method of mostly monochromatic record covers, generic design, and easy-to-approach synthpop, darkness, and minimal electronics have us curious of them. As of now, Galatee, Filmmaker, In A Dramatic Gesture, and Parole E Azioni are considered for future airplay. Note that four of those listed had their own showcases on Omega WUSB. Honorable mention? Our correspondence with the always kind Emil Beaulieu and his RRRecords. We’ve missed purchasing from him during peak hipster (mid-Oughts), so we did it again this decade not once but twice to round up some noise titles truly deserving of our money. We’re relieved to say that we’re very proud to have those noise titles in our collection.

Label compilations? Why not. Going back to Jewel’s Italians- label, both of their After Dark volumes provided Omega WUSB with some great selections over the years. Hospital Productions was responsible for giving us Ron Morelli. His L.I.E.S. label compilation Music For Shut-Ins gave us some great marquee moments from Svengalisghost, Samantha Vacation, and Legowelt as we moved addresses. Fuzzoscope’s Earwax beat-tapes made us appreciate that lo-fi cassette feel even more. One dilapidated corner of noise, grind, and punk we didn’t know existed or could be felt was discovered via Monorail Trespassing’s Project Housing cassette, and from there lead us to Jewish Uprising, Cell Block, and Total Abuse. Monorail’s compilation was nothing like we experienced. So much that we even had dreams about it. Another last-minute entry that made it to the finish line is Avon Terror Corps, proudly given to us by our ally Joshua JF, better known as Fellony to all of you. If Copper Sounds & Franco Franco’s“Accelerazione Generale” (again) is any indication of some quite innovative electronic sounds, then we only have more of Avon Terror to look forward to.

Last and intentionally least: total disappointments. I really don’t need to explain to you how the lowest eight made the list (and we really do stress "lowest”), who’ll have their very own special front-row seat in Hell when they get there. The other entries also deserve no explanation. It’s best to just forget about them. Seriously.

Sure, there’s a lot to digest. That’s the nature of all things Omega. A decade allows us to cover a lot of ground from everywhere imaginable because this writer (VMFX) makes it all possible. 90% of our finds come from numerous music media outlets while 10% comes from streams. It’s imperative that we reach out to these said outlets to maintain both Omega WUSB’s “new, relevant, and current” ethos and Ω+‘s survival through new, classic, and personal finds. Both serve the same purpose to reach out to our listeners, followers, and supporters and we’re curious to see how it goes. We do many unique things and pull surprises other fellow blogs here don’t, which makes this list a curious but fun draw.

So who knows what the future will bring, and who knows if any of us will still be here to care (on a site that censors nudity like Communism, we have to mention). We can’t wait to see what the new Twenties will bring us, and maybe we’ll place our bets heavily as we just did. Thanks for playing.

(Originally published at the end of 2019.)

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The Roxy Music frontman didn’t just shape a band or a genre—he defined an era long before the calendar flipped to 1980. His fingerprints are all over what we now think of as "the '80s," from its sonic innovations to its sartorial elegance and unapologetic decadence.

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Roxy Music hit the scene in the early '70s, standing out from their contemporaries with a sound that was both glamorous and experimental. Ferry’s voice—a mix of velvet smoothness and raw emotion—floated over tracks that blended rock, art pop, and avant-garde experimentation. But by the time the late '70s rolled around, Roxy Music evolved into something sleeker, something sharper. Manifesto (1979) and Flesh + Blood (1980) marked a shift towards a sound that would define the new decade: lush, melodic, and drenched in synthesizers.

With hits like "Dance Away" and "Over You," Ferry wasn’t just following trends—he was setting them. His solo work, like the sultry Boys and Girls (1985), solidified his status as the godfather of that polished, synth-driven aesthetic that would dominate the charts throughout the '80s.

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If music shaped the ears of the '80s, Ferry’s style shaped its eyes. Long before New Romantics like Duran Duran and Spandau Ballet turned up in frilly shirts and tailored suits, Ferry was crafting an image that mixed high fashion with an avant-garde edge. In Roxy Music’s early days, he was all about the glam: sequins, lamé, and sharp cuts that screamed opulence.

But by the mid-'70s, Ferry pivoted to an aesthetic that can only be described as decadent elegance. Think tailored suits with rakish ties, crisp white shirts, and a cigarette dangling insouciantly from his fingers. He took inspiration from Old Hollywood, European aristocracy, and even the jazz age, wrapping it all in a modern sheen. This look became the blueprint for what we now associate with the '80s: a sense of luxury and sophistication with just a hint of excess.

David Bowie, a contemporary and kindred spirit, was also redefining what it meant to merge music and style. However, while Bowie often embraced flamboyance and theatricality, Ferry leaned into restraint and refinement, creating a more understated vision of glamour.

His sharp suits & aristocratic glamour became synonymous with '80s decadence.

The Original “Cool Britannia”

Ferry didn’t just make music or wear suits—he curated a lifestyle. He was the walking embodiment of cool Britannia long before the phrase existed. His collaborations with designers and photographers elevated album art into high art, with covers like Avalon (1982) becoming iconic visual statements. Roxy Music’s visual presentation was as important as the sound, with everything from music videos to stage design dripping with sophistication.

The ‘80s obsession with aspirational living—the penthouses, the yachts, the champagne—can be traced directly back to Ferry. But it wasn’t hollow materialism; his version of decadence had depth. It was about art, culture, and creating an entire world where beauty mattered.

What Ferry Started, Others Perfected

The '80s may have crowned stars like David Bowie, Madonna, and Prince as cultural icons, but the foundation was laid by Bryan Ferry. His blend of music, fashion, and art was years ahead of its time, and while others took his cues and ran with them, Ferry’s influence remains unmistakable.

He didn’t just predict the '80s—he willed it into existence. And while the decade would eventually embrace excess and lose some of the elegance Ferry infused into it, his legacy as the architect of the era is undeniable. Without him, the '80s as we know them might never have happened.

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The location is unbeatable, and the grandeur is unmatched for the price you might find.check it here   Alaska: Anchorage Grand Hotel (Anchorage): Embrace the Alaskan spirit without emptying your wallet at this centrally located hotel offering comfortable rooms and easy access to attractions.check it here   Arizona: The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch (Scottsdale): Known for its gorgeous pools, excellent restaurants, and beautiful Scottsdale setting, this is a high value choice for those seeking a luxury experience at a reasonable price.check it here   Arkansas: Capital Hotel (Little Rock): Steeped in history and offering a touch of Southern elegance, the Capital Hotel offers a surprising amount of luxury at a manageable cost, especially with advance booking.check it here   California: Hotel Erwin (Venice Beach): A hip and modern option right on the iconic Venice Beach boardwalk. 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Look for deals and discounts for the best value.check it here   New Hampshire: The Centennial Hotel (Concord): Boasts an amazing location.check it here   New Jersey: The Asbury Hotel (Asbury Park): A hip and modern hotel with a rooftop deck and bar, offering stunning ocean views.check it here   New Mexico: La Fonda on the Plaza (Santa Fe): A historic hotel with charming rooms and a central location on the Santa Fe Plaza.check it here   New York: The Jane Hotel (New York City): This charming boutique hotel offers cozy, ship-cabin-style rooms with a unique, affordable experience in a prime West Village location.check it here   North Carolina: 21c Museum Hotel Durham (Durham): A contemporary art museum and hotel in one, 21c Durham offers a unique and budget-friendly experience in a vibrant city.check it here   North Dakota: Hotel Donaldson (Fargo): A historic hotel with stylish rooms and a lively atmosphere, located in downtown Fargo.check it here   Ohio: The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection (Cincinnati): In the heart of downtown.check it here   Oklahoma: The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City (Oklahoma City): A historic hotel with a grand lobby and comfortable rooms, located in downtown Oklahoma City.check it here   Oregon: Hotel Eastlund (Portland): Stylish and modern, with great access to downtown.check it here   Pennsylvania: The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton (Philadelphia): Located in the Museum District.check it here   Rhode Island: The Beatrice (Providence): Offers luxury rooms and service.check it here   South Carolina: Hotel Emeline (Charleston): Close proximity to amazing attractions.check it here   South Dakota: Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton (Rapid City): A historic property with a great location.check it here   Tennessee: The Edwin Hotel (Chattanooga): Located in Downtown, with great views from restaurant.check it here   Texas: Hotel Emma (San Antonio): A beautifully restored Pearl Brewery offers a unique and luxurious experience, and you might find reasonable rates with advance booking.check it here   Utah: The Grand America Hotel (Salt Lake City): Offers a luxurious experience to travelers.check it here   Vermont: Hotel Vermont (Burlington): Local feel with comfortable rooms and amenities.check it here   Virginia: The Cavalier Virginia Beach, Autograph Collection (Virginia Beach): Known for its rich history, this hotel is one of the most luxurious of its kind.check it here   Washington: The Maxwell Hotel (Seattle): Quirky and colorful, The Maxwell offers a fun and affordable stay in the heart of Seattle's downtown.check it here   West Virginia: The Blennerhassett Hotel (Parkersburg): Offers a taste of luxury in unique rooms.check it here   Wisconsin: The Pfister Hotel (Milwaukee): A landmark known for its Victorian architecture and art collection, this hotel offers historic charm and comfortable rooms with great potential for value.check it here   Wyoming: The Wort Hotel (Jackson): Offers a luxurious and historic experience.check it here   Tips for Snagging the Best Deals:   Travel During the Off-Season: Prices often drop significantly during shoulder seasons (spring and fall) or in destinations with harsh weather conditions.   Book in Advance (or Last Minute): Sometimes, booking well ahead of time can secure early bird discounts. Conversely, last-minute deals can pop up when hotels try to fill empty rooms.   Consider Weekday Stays: Weekend rates are typically higher. If your schedule is flexible, consider traveling mid-week.   Look for Package Deals: Websites often offer discounts on hotel and flight combinations.   Sign Up for Loyalty Programs: Hotel loyalty programs can unlock exclusive discounts and perks.   Read Reviews: Don't just look at the price. Read reviews to ensure the hotel meets your standards for cleanliness, comfort, and safety.   By doing your research and being flexible with your travel dates, you can discover incredible budget-friendly hotels across the 50 states and experience the best of America without breaking the bank. Happy travels.Check more here Read the full article

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The Best Car: Defining the Ultimate Vehicle

When it comes to choosing the best car, the decision can be overwhelming due to the vast variety of models available on the market. Cars come in many shapes, sizes, and types, from compact sedans to powerful sports cars and luxurious SUVs. What makes a car the "best" depends on several factors, including performance, comfort, reliability, safety, and overall value. In this article, we will explore the key elements that define the best car, examining some of the top contenders in various categories and ultimately defining what makes a car the best choice for different types of drivers.

1. Performance: A Thrill on the Road

One of the primary factors that drivers consider when evaluating the best car is performance. The best car should offer a combination of powerful engine options, smooth acceleration, precise handling, and a comfortable driving experience. Performance is especially important for those who enjoy the thrill of driving or need a car for high-speed commuting.

For sports car enthusiasts, models like the Porsche 911 or Chevrolet Corvette stand out. The Porsche 911, for example, combines a turbocharged engine, exceptional handling, and luxurious interior features, making it one of the most iconic and thrilling cars on the market. Its precision engineering and high-speed capabilities make it a favorite among driving purists. Similarly, the Chevrolet Corvette offers a heart-pounding V8 engine and remarkable handling at a more affordable price than many European rivals.

However, not every driver is looking for speed or extreme performance. For everyday driving, performance is more about reliability, fuel efficiency, and ease of use. In this category, the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord stand out for their balanced performance. Both cars feature efficient engines and smooth rides, delivering just enough power for daily commuting while providing a comfortable driving experience.

2. Comfort and Interior Features

The best car isn’t just about performance; comfort plays a crucial role in determining its quality. Comfort is defined by a spacious and well-appointed interior, luxurious materials, ergonomic seating, and an overall user-friendly design. Whether you’re commuting long distances or going on a road trip, a comfortable car enhances the experience and reduces fatigue.

For ultimate comfort, Mercedes-Benz S-Class is often considered the epitome of luxury. The S-Class offers a meticulously crafted interior with premium leather upholstery, advanced climate control systems, and a multitude of high-tech features. Its seats are designed to provide support for long journeys, and the ride is incredibly smooth, thanks to its adaptive suspension system.

For those looking for comfort at a more affordable price, the Honda Accord and Toyota Avalon are strong contenders. Both vehicles feature spacious interiors, with supportive seating and high-quality materials. The Honda Accord, in particular, has received praise for its well-rounded comfort, including a spacious back seat and user-friendly infotainment system. Meanwhile, the Toyota Avalon is known for its quiet cabin, making it ideal for long road trips.

3. Safety: Peace of Mind on the Road

When searching for the best car, safety is a non-negotiable aspect. The ideal car should be equipped with advanced safety features that protect passengers in the event of a crash while also providing systems that help prevent accidents in the first place.

The Volvo XC90 is a standout in the safety department. Volvo has long been associated with safety innovation, and the XC90 is a prime example of their commitment to protection. The vehicle comes equipped with a host of advanced driver assistance systems, such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking. Additionally, the XC90’s strong crash test scores give it an edge in ensuring passenger safety.

For more budget-friendly options, the Subaru Outback and Mazda CX-5 offer excellent safety features. Both vehicles come with standard all-wheel drive, which enhances stability and control in adverse conditions. They also feature advanced safety technologies like blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic braking.

4. Reliability and Maintenance

Reliability is another critical aspect when evaluating the best car. A reliable vehicle ensures fewer trips to the repair shop, lower maintenance costs, and long-term durability. Some brands have earned a reputation for reliability over the years, with vehicles that consistently perform well and require minimal upkeep.

Toyota and Honda are often regarded as some of the most reliable brands on the market. The Toyota Camry and Honda Civic are prime examples of vehicles that consistently receive high marks for reliability. Both are known for their low maintenance costs, longevity, and ease of ownership. They are perfect choices for those seeking a dependable car that will last for many years without expensive repairs.

Lexus, Toyota’s luxury division, also offers top-tier reliability. Models like the Lexus RX SUV or the Lexus ES sedan combine luxury with dependability, giving drivers the best of both worlds. Lexus vehicles have a reputation for high-quality craftsmanship and low repair costs, making them a favorite among those looking for a luxury car without the hefty maintenance bills.

5. Fuel Efficiency

Fuel efficiency is another important consideration, especially in today’s world of rising fuel prices and growing environmental concerns. The best car for fuel efficiency balances power and economy, allowing drivers to save money at the pump while still enjoying a satisfying driving experience.

The Tesla Model 3 is a standout in terms of fuel efficiency, offering impressive electric range and minimal operating costs. As an electric vehicle, the Model 3 eliminates the need for gasoline, making it an ideal option for eco-conscious drivers. Additionally, it provides quick acceleration and a high-tech interior, making it a compelling choice for those who value both performance and efficiency.

For those who prefer gasoline-powered vehicles, the Honda Civic and Toyota Prius are renowned for their excellent fuel economy. The Civic offers a range of fuel-efficient engines, while the Prius, a hybrid, takes fuel economy to the next level, delivering some of the best fuel efficiency numbers in its class.

6. Value for Money

While many drivers are willing to spend a little more for luxury, performance, or advanced features, value for money remains an important aspect in selecting the best car. The ideal car should provide a balance of features, reliability, and affordability.

The Mazda 3 is an excellent example of a car that delivers outstanding value. It combines a stylish design, responsive handling, and a well-appointed interior at a reasonable price. The Mazda 3 is also known for its low ownership costs and excellent fuel efficiency, making it a great choice for those who want a fun-to-drive car without breaking the bank.

Similarly, the Hyundai Elantra offers impressive value. With a long list of standard features, a modern design, and excellent warranty coverage, the Elantra is an affordable and practical option for those who want a quality car without spending a fortune.

7. Conclusion: The Best Car for You

Ultimately, the best car is subjective and depends on individual needs and preferences. Whether you’re seeking a car with exceptional performance, luxurious comfort, top-tier safety, or unbeatable value, there’s a perfect car for you. The Porsche 911, Honda Accord, Tesla Model 3, Volvo XC90, and Toyota Camry are just a few examples of cars that excel in various categories, offering something for every type of driver.

In the end, the best car is one that fits your lifestyle, meets your priorities, and provides an enjoyable driving experience. The choices available today are more diverse and advanced than ever, making it easier than ever to find the perfect car for you.

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Top board game manufacturers

Asmodée

Asmodée is a French company that makes card games, RPG's and board games.

Goliath B.V

Goliath B.V has manufactures in several different countries including the UK where the company has joined forces with another to create Vivid Goliath. This company owns some iconic brands like "Doggie Doo" and "Pop the Pig" and it's also known for their toys.

Hasbro

Hasbro owns many well known game companies like Parker Brothers, Wizards of the west coast and Avalon Hill.

This link takes you to Hasbro's game submission steps:

Ravensburger

Ravensburger is known to produce high quality puzzles as well as board games.

Grand Prix International

This company doesn't really own any games or brands but they act as a manufacturing partner to clients all over the world so they can get their game into the world.

If I were to pitch my idea for this terms project to any of these companies, I would aim for Ravensburger as they are known for making and specializing in puzzles.

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Stay Different: Exploring California's Most Unique and Quirky Hotels

California is known for its stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and laid-back vibe, but it’s also home to some of the most unique and quirky hotels in the world. Whether you're looking to stay in a treehouse overlooking the Pacific, a retro Airstream trailer, or a desert hideaway that feels like a work of art, California has an eclectic range of accommodations to offer. If you're tired of cookie-cutter hotels and want to experience something truly different, check out these one-of-a-kind stays.

1. The Madonna Inn (San Luis Obispo)

The Madonna Inn is an iconic landmark in California, famous for its bold, over-the-top décor. Each of the 110 rooms has its own unique theme, from a cave-inspired "Rock Room" to the whimsical “Love Nest.” No two rooms are alike, making each stay a brand-new adventure. With pink dining rooms, rock waterfalls, and an abundance of kitsch, the Madonna Inn is perfect for travelers who crave an unforgettable, playful experience.

2. Treebones Resort (Big Sur)

For a truly nature-inspired stay, Treebones Resort offers incredible "glamping" experiences along the cliffs of Big Sur. You can stay in a luxurious yurt or, for the ultimate quirky experience, book a stay in their Human Nest—a woven structure that looks like a bird's nest perched high above the ground. This off-the-grid, eco-friendly resort offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and is ideal for nature lovers seeking something unconventional.

3. The Joshua Tree House (Joshua Tree)

Located near the Joshua Tree National Park, this desert oasis offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern design. With its bohemian aesthetic and peaceful desert surroundings, The Joshua Tree House is perfect for those looking to disconnect and recharge. The hotel features a variety of quirky touches, like outdoor bathtubs and hammocks with panoramic views of the desert landscape. It’s a dreamy retreat for creative souls and adventurers alike.

4. The Inn at Benton Hot Springs (Benton)

Tucked away in the eastern Sierra, The Inn at Benton Hot Springs offers a unique experience for travelers looking to soak in natural hot springs. The historic inn is set in a ghost town, and each room comes with its own private hot spring tub, fed by the nearby geothermal waters. With its quirky, old-timey charm and serene surroundings, this is the perfect spot for a peaceful, restorative getaway.

5. AutoCamp (Russian River and Yosemite)

For those who love the idea of camping but want a more luxurious experience, AutoCamp is the place to be. With locations near Russian River and Yosemite National Park, AutoCamp offers stays in beautifully designed Airstream trailers and luxury tents. Each site combines the charm of outdoor living with modern comforts, making it a perfect choice for glamping enthusiasts who want to experience California’s great outdoors in style.

6. The Magic Castle Hotel (Hollywood)

Located just steps away from the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame, The Magic Castle Hotel is not your typical Hollywood stay. This quirky hotel is known for its bright yellow exterior, fun retro vibe, and quirky perks like free popsicles by the pool and 24-hour snacks. What sets it apart, though, is its connection to the Magic Castle, a private club for magicians. Guests can get exclusive access to the club for a night of magic, making this hotel a unique experience for both families and adults.

7. The Wigwam Motel (San Bernardino)

For a nostalgic road trip experience, head to The Wigwam Motel, located along the famous Route 66. This quirky roadside attraction features teepee-shaped rooms that offer a blast from the past. Each wigwam is equipped with modern amenities but retains its vintage charm. If you're into retro Americana and kitschy roadside stops, this is a must-stay destination in Southern California.

8. The Avalon Hotel (Catalina Island)

For a more island-style unique experience, The Avalon Hotel on Catalina Island blends coastal charm with quirky, art-deco design. This boutique hotel is known for its beautiful rooftop deck, where you can enjoy stunning views of the island and ocean. The Avalon offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the mainland, with plenty of quirky touches like tile mosaics and hand-painted murals throughout the property.

9. The Hicksville Trailer Palace (Joshua Tree)

This funky desert hideaway is like no other. The Hicksville Trailer Palace is a quirky resort offering themed Airstream trailers and cabins, each decorated with its own eccentric style. From the “Cactus Flower” trailer to the “Pee-Wee’s Playhouse” inspired room, this spot is perfect for those who love retro kitsch. The on-site amenities include a hot tub, archery, and even a saltwater pool.

10. El Cosmico (Marfa, Texas)

While not in California, it’s worth mentioning for those planning a road trip from California. El Cosmico offers a collection of vintage trailers, teepees, and safari tents for an experience that blends quirky design with desert mystique. Located in the artistic town of Marfa, this place is perfect for those looking to combine creativity with comfort.

From treehouses to trailers, California’s unique hotels offer unforgettable stays for every kind of traveler. If you're looking to book a truly different vacation experience, start planning your trip with these quirky and stylish spots in mind!

For travel deals and tips on how to book the best accommodations for your California adventure, be sure to check out here. Whether you're looking for something fun and offbeat or luxurious and chic, b0arding has you covered for all your travel needs.

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Palm Springs-  The Ultimate Destination for Your Dream Wedding

Palm Springs, California, is more than just a desert oasis; it's a place where dreams come to life, especially when it comes to weddings. With its breathtaking landscapes, iconic mid-century modern architecture, and a reputation for luxury and exclusivity, Palm Springs is the perfect location for couples looking to tie the knot in style. Whether you're envisioning an intimate ceremony surrounded by desert beauty or a lavish celebration in a chic resort, Palm Springs offers a diverse range of venues that cater to every taste and style.

In this article, we'll explore why Palm Springs is a top wedding destination, highlight some of the best venues in the area, and provide practical tips for planning your perfect day in this unique location For more information locations unlimited.

Why Choose Palm Springs for Your Wedding?

1. Stunning Natural Beauty

Palm Springs is nestled in the Coachella Valley, surrounded by the majestic San Jacinto Mountains and the vast desert landscape. This natural beauty provides a stunning backdrop for wedding photos and creates an atmosphere of tranquility and romance. Whether you're exchanging vows at sunset with the mountains in the distance or celebrating under a canopy of stars in the desert, the scenery in Palm Springs adds a touch of magic to your special day.

2. Iconic Architecture and Unique Venues

The city is renowned for its mid-century modern architecture, which adds a stylish and sophisticated vibe to any wedding. Many of Palm Springs' wedding venues are housed in buildings that reflect this iconic design style, featuring clean lines, open spaces, and a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor environments. From private estates to chic boutique hotels, Palm Springs offers a variety of unique venues that can be tailored to fit your vision.

3. Year-Round Sunshine

With over 350 days of sunshine each year, Palm Springs offers consistently beautiful weather, making it an ideal location for outdoor weddings. The region's mild winters and hot, dry summers provide predictable conditions, allowing you to plan your wedding with confidence. This sunny climate means you can celebrate your special day outdoors, whether it's a garden ceremony, a poolside reception, or a rooftop party with panoramic views.

4. Luxury and Exclusivity

Palm Springs has long been a playground for the rich and famous, and this legacy of luxury and exclusivity continues to this day. The city offers a range of high-end resorts, private estates, and exclusive venues that cater to couples looking for a truly unforgettable wedding experience. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand affair, Palm Springs provides a level of sophistication and service that ensures your wedding day is nothing short of extraordinary.

Top Wedding Venues in Palm Springs

1. The Parker Palm Springs

The Parker Palm Springs is one of the most sought-after wedding venues in the city, and for good reason. This luxury resort, designed by Jonathan Adler, combines retro-chic style with modern elegance, creating a unique and vibrant atmosphere. The Parker offers several stunning locations for weddings, including lush gardens, stylish ballrooms, and a whimsical outdoor area known as "The Croquet Lawn."

The resort's attention to detail, exceptional service, and beautiful surroundings make it a perfect choice for couples looking to host a glamorous and unforgettable wedding. Whether you're planning a small, intimate ceremony or a large, extravagant celebration, The Parker Palm Springs offers the flexibility and style to make your wedding day truly special.

 Avalon Hotel & Bungalows

For couples looking for a chic and intimate wedding venue, the Avalon Hotel & Bungalows offers a perfect blend of luxury and charm. This boutique hotel, located in the heart of Palm Springs, features Spanish-style architecture, lush gardens, and a serene pool area that can serve as the backdrop for your ceremony and reception.

The Avalon Hotel offers a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing you to customize your wedding to fit your style and vision. Whether you're planning a romantic garden ceremony or an elegant reception in the hotel's stylish ballroom, the Avalon provides a sophisticated and intimate setting for your special day.

Korakia Pensione

For a wedding venue that exudes romance and charm, Korakia Pensione is an excellent choice. This Mediterranean-inspired boutique hotel offers a unique and intimate setting for weddings, with its whitewashed walls, arched doorways, and lush courtyards. The property's tranquil and secluded atmosphere makes it a perfect choice for couples seeking a private and romantic wedding venue.

Korakia Pensione offers several beautiful outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions, including a stunning pool area and a charming courtyard filled with olive trees and bougainvillea. The hotel's attention to detail and dedication to maintaining its authentic style ensures that your wedding day is both beautiful and unforgettable.

 Palm Springs Windmill Tours

For couples looking for a unique and memorable wedding venue, the Palm Springs Windmill Tours offers a one-of-a-kind setting. The windmill farm, with its towering turbines set against the backdrop of the desert and mountains, creates a dramatic and modern atmosphere that is perfect for couples seeking a non-traditional wedding venue.

The vastness of the windmill farm provides ample space for large weddings and allows for creative and unconventional wedding photos. Whether you're planning a simple elopement or a large celebration, the Palm Springs Windmill Tours offers a unique and unforgettable setting for your wedding day.

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Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) Services Market Share, Trends, and Growth Reports | Global Insight Services

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The global health economics & outcomes research (HEOR) services market was valued at USD 1.5 Billion in 2021 and it is anticipated to grow up to USD 3.9 Billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 17.1% during the forecast period.

Health economics & outcomes research (HEOR) services is a discipline that helps to guide healthcare providers to examine and select from multiple treatment options. The convergence of health economics and outcomes research services provide significant data and insights for healthcare decision makers.

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Market Trends and Drivers

Health economics & outcomes research (HEOR) services complement clinical development by helping decision makers as well as healthcare payers to determine services, patient access for specific drugs and reimbursement policies. Surging demand for health economics and outcomes research services by several worldwide reimbursement agencies along with increasingly complex legislative environment will thus, accelerate the overall industry progression.

In addition, several European countries, notably UK and Netherlands have a greater success rate in launching new drugs as these economies are heavily reliant on reimbursement decision of different government agencies. Therefore, surge in the number of clinical trials will boost the demand for health economics & outcomes research (HEOR) services thereby augment industry progression. However, lack of professional healthcare specialists in developing economies may also avert market opportunities over the forecast period.

Market Restraints and Challenges

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By Product

Real World Data Analysis & Information System

Economic Modelling/Evaluation

Market Access Solutions & Reimbursement

Clinical Outcome

Others

By Type

Contract Research Organizations

Consultancy

By End-user

Healthcare Providers

Healthcare Payers

Biotech/Pharma Companies

Government Organizations

Others

Major Players in the Global Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) Services Market

The key players in the health economics & outcomes research (HEOR) services market Axtria, Cardinal Health, Pharmaceutical Product Development (PPD), Avalon Health Economics, Optum, McKesson, IQVIA, PharmaLex, MEDLIOR, and Icon plc among others.

COVID-19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly influenced the landscape of Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) services, reshaping priorities, methodologies, and demand within the sector. As healthcare systems worldwide grapple with the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic, there has been a heightened emphasis on assessing the value, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness of healthcare interventions. HEOR has thus emerged as a critical tool for decision-makers, guiding resource allocation, policy formulation, and treatment strategies in the face of evolving clinical and economic uncertainties.

Moreover, the pandemic has accelerated the adoption of innovative HEOR methodologies, such as real-world evidence generation and health technology assessments, to provide timely insights into the effectiveness and economic implications of interventions related to COVID-19 and other health conditions. Despite facing disruptions such as delays in data collection and challenges in conducting traditional research methodologies due to social distancing measures, the HEOR services market has adapted by leveraging digital technologies, remote data collection methods, and collaborative platforms to ensure continuity in research activities. Looking ahead, the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to catalyze further growth and innovation in the HEOR services market as stakeholders increasingly recognize the pivotal role of evidence-based decision-making in navigating the complex healthcare landscape and building resilient health systems for the future.

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