#based on if they followed the proper format of the assignment

[ratscabies]

being a university instructor is actually really hard bc I want nothing more than to be nice and accommodating and understanding with my students, but like. baby I can lead a horse to water but I can't make it drink!!

[apompkwrites]

the school-bound kingscholar || leona kingscholar

masterlist characters: Mwezi Miji Trio (OCs), Leona, Ruggie (platonic) genre: Angst contains: (Brief) Swearing, Possible OOC moments (depending on how you view Leona and Ruggie [mainly Leona]) summary: Following the admittance of Night Raven College's newest freshmen, both Kingscholars begin to come to terms with the newest changes in their lives. notes: I AM SO SORRY FOR DISAPPEARING AGAIN OTZ. Unfortunately, my lapses of writer's block and demotivation have only increased since I last posted. I'm trying to get back into the hang of posting things (as evident by my art account suddenly coming alive again). ALSO! As you can tell by the formatting, I'm actually writing with proper grammar on Tumblr now! Right now, I don't plan to go back to reformat the older chapters, but maybe once I find the drive to do it, I will! Thank you, everyone, for being so patient with me, I really appreciate it <3 parts: [og post] | [previous] | [next]

Leona felt something knock the air out of his lungs. To Ruggie, who stood right beside him in a robe that was a few inches too long, it was hilarious. Seeing the very prince (well, second prince) of the Afterglow Savanna lose his composure was enough to make Ruggie let out a quiet "Shyeheehee" under his breath before he ultimately straightened his posture under Leona's pointed glare.

Nothing could have prepared Leona to see (Name) again. Honestly, he had long since come to terms with the fact that his little sibling was missing, lost to the Outlands and likely a rotting corpse in the middle of nowhere.

He's lying, he could never come to terms with that, no matter how much he deluded himself.

But they were here. They were here and they were walking closer and they looked exactly the same as he remembered them.

Well, obviously, not exactly. But they looked so familiar and yet so different at the same time. Leona didn't even notice the tip of his tail swishing behind him until he heard one of his dorm members complaining about a tickling sensation against his ankles. And that only caused Leona to grumble under his breath and snatch the base of his tail to stop it from moving.

By the Seven, had they changed. They seemed bolder and more confident compared to the last time he had seen them. The way their shoulders were no longer hunched forward and instead rolled back in a pride strut he wished he could attribute to someone who had come to accept their own status or the way their eyes seemed sharper rather than soft and wide with innocence. And their hands. By the gods, what happened to their hands...? No, they had changed severely, akin to the way Leona recalled seeing the royal guards before and after their training.

Something had happened, that much he could figure out. And as much as he wanted to advance the board, reach out, and capture them like a king in a game of chess, he couldn't. Not when they were surrounded by a queen and two rooks.

"Ignore him," Nuru advised, although his words were more of a formality if anything. He knew how well you could handle yourself, but this was a unique situation.

"I know," you replied curtly, flipping your hood back on and sidling up to Nuru's right side. Jabori immediately flanked your other side in turn, followed by Jabali. It was a familiar formation, one that the four of you had cultivated for as long as you could remember.

"It doesn't hurt as much as I thought it would," you whisper. However, the sharp pain lingering in your chest said otherwise.

Student after student soon began trickling out of each coffin, repeating the painstaking process of standing in front of the mirror, listening to its spiel about their innermost workings, before joining whatever dorm they were assigned to. Until finally, finally--

"We're done with orientation and dorm assignments?" One of the hooded figures lamented, his hand perched prim and properly on his hip. If you didn't any better, you'd assume that he was royalty or nobility. But, judging from his scent alone, he wasn't.

"Well, that ceremony was as boring as ever," Leona yawned, covering his mouth with his sleeve as he turned on his heels, facing the mass of hooded figures now under his care. "I'm going back to the dorm. If you're in Savanaclaw House, follow me."

He went to take a step amidst the other chattering dorm leaders before the doors slammed open, the handles banging against the wall from the force at which it swung. Leona groaned in response, pinching the bridge of his nose.

"Psst, Nuru," Jabali called from his spot beside Jabori, leaning forward to actually see him. "Are you sure this is the right place? We're actually supposed to find answers from..."

Jabali paused and motioned out towards the commotion now terrorizing the mirror chamber. The little gray cat scampered around the floor, setting fire to whatever he could in some strange show of physical prowess and magical ability. "...These people?!"

Nuru said nothing at first. From where you stood beside him, you could tell doubt was beginning to creep up behind him. Lucky for him, Jabori decided to take the lead.

"This is Night Raven College," he points out, pulling back the hood of his robe by a hair to peer over at his twin. "Pretty much everyone here, especially the dorm leaders, are adept at some kind of magic. I mean, look."

This time, Jabori pointed towards the commotion, his finger following the way that the redhead shot a spell in the cat's direction, materializing a red and black collar around its neck.

"It's the best shot we have," he concludes, nodding in support of Nuru. That single gesture instantly calmed Nuru down, his shoulders no longer hunched up and his wings relaxing behind him. You merely smiled and patted his forearm in response. Jabali, on the other hand, grumbled under his breath and crossed his arms in begrudging compliance.

"Fine. But I'm not gonna get along with 'em or nothin'," Jabali huffed, rolling his eyes. Jabori laughed lightly at his brother's annoyance while Nuru let out a single huff of air.

"I wasn't gonna ask you too, either," Nuru hummed, glancing at Jabali from his peripheral. "Same goes for both of you, (Name), Jabori."

"Copy that," you nodded, the quiet chuckle that seemed to bubble from your throat disappearing the second Leona turned to face you and the rest of the new Savanaclaw members.

"You heard the headmage. I'm headin' back," Leona grumbled and, without missing a beat, brushed past the crowd and headed towards the door. Another hooded figure, one who had been standing beside Leona the entire ceremony, let out an exasperated sigh before raising his hand.

"Savanaclaw! Follow me," he ordered, earning a few half-hearted "Yes, sir"s from the rest of the huddled crowd.

You had to admit, it was pretty entertaining watching Jabali and Jabori marvel at the size of the campus halls. And Nuru too, if only he'd have more obvious reactions rather than just a single flick of a wing or a tilt of the head.

While the halls were nothing compared to the Kingscholar home, it was still pretty big. If you were any smaller than you were now, you'd probably react the same way.

"No way they need these doors to be this big," Jabali murmured, lightly elbowing your arm and pointing at one of the classroom doors. Your eyes followed his finger and a snicker managed to escape you. He wasn't wrong, those doors were freakishly huge, both in height and width.

Jabali went to comment on something else before he stopped, his eyes drifting over toward the new mirror chamber everyone had been led to. The doors were held open to accommodate the crowd, letting handfuls of students walk towards a mirror and get sucked into it, the glass rippling as if took wisps of bodies and left nothing in its wake.

"Savanaclaw House! This'll be your only way in and out of the dorm," the same hooded figure that led you all here called out. He had hopped up onto the lip of the mirror's decoration, using one of the rib-like sculptures as an armrest.

"Hurry up and get in! The faster you do, the faster you'll get to claim your rooms," he snickered before skipping ahead of the first dorm member and hopping into the mirror.

The prospect of first come first served seemed to spur on the first years, causing a near stampede of people trying to get into the mirror first. Nuru hooked an arm around your waist while Jabali did the same with Jabori, the two of them finding a single break in the crowd to get away, Nuru through flight, and Jabali through scaling one of the pillars by the wall.

Lucky for the four of you, the mirror seemed to accommodate more and more people as the crowd diminished. Perhaps through how many bodies reached a specific threshold, you thought. Regardless of the magical mechanics, it allowed Nuru and Jabali to let you and Jabori down after a few minutes.

"So many people," you grumbled under your breath, earning a quiet chuckle from Jabori. Nuru and Jabali nodded at your observation before the four of you hopped into the mirror yourselves.

Immediately, the four of you felt the familiar searing heat of the sun beating down on your skin. It almost felt like home if not for the increased heat coming from the fire serving as lights just outside the dorm's entrance.

Jabali and Nuru were the first to shrug off their robes, the former because he finally had enough of the stuffy fabric, and the latter because the heat was already starting to congregate around his feathers. You and Jabori followed suit, although the two of you merely hiked up your sleeves and flipped down your hoods.

Nuru shook out his wings and let out a soft grunt, one of his feathers falling into the sand beneath your feet. Turning to look over his shoulder, he shot the three of you a soft, almost comforting smile.

"Off we go, then," he hums, waving for you all to follow. If it were anyone else, you three probably would've found offense to a command as expectant as that. But it wasn't just anyone else. It was Nuru, the Guardian, and your dear friend.

The inside of Savanclaw was nothing really to marvel at like the rest of the school's campus. It wasn't cramped, per se, but it was quite a bit more tight than to your liking. Luckily, the walkway opened up the building quite a bit with the roped bridges connecting each floor.

Nuru scanned the room for a moment before his eyes landed on a room on the top floor, tucked all the way in the furthest corner. You figured everyone else left it since it was so far and their mentalities were focusing on that first come first served promise your leader from before declared.

Nuru unfurled his wings and shot up past the bridges, making a beeline towards the unoccupied room. He didn't have to go that fast, of course, considering only a few students were lingering in the walkways who sure as hell weren't planning on making the long walk up there.

Jabali seemed to share their sentiment considering his frustrated "Damn it, Nuru" muttered under his breath. A long, drawn-out sigh escaped his lips before he trudged up along the nearest bridge, his hands shoved in his pockets and his robe slung haphazardly over his shoulder.

You and Jabori took a more relaxed walk up behind him, appreciating the familiar decorations that reminded you of your hometown. Of course, that appreciation turned into apprehension at the thought of Mwezi Miji now being unguarded by the main four.

What if something happened? What if they had sent word of an all-out war between themselves and the Dens and you hadn't heard of it since you all were knocked out in coffins? What if they were all already--

"On your right," Nuru called to you from the doorway, his hand shooting out to grab your shoulder. Ah, you had gotten distracted. Nuru shot you a concerned glance, his brows furrowed in the same way they always were when you got stuck in your head before he ushered you into the room.

Jabali and Jabori had already claimed their beds on the left side of the room, Jabali near the door and Jabori near the window. This left the entire right side open for you and Nuru.

The winged beastman glanced over at you, patiently waiting for your next move. You caught his glance and mustered up a small smile before heading towards the bed closest to the door. Nuru subtly lit up at your decision, a little skip in his step as he moved towards the window.

You managed to hold back a snort at his hidden excitement. He always loved the window spot. Maybe it reminded him of when he was small enough to fit through them back home.

"So, what's up with you and that new first year, huh?" Ruggie huffed as he walked straight into Leona's room, leaning down to pick up a discarded shirt and dropping it in the laundry basket. "I've never seen you react that way other than with them."

"Watch your words, Ruggie," Leona growls from the bed, his head already buried in his pillow. His back was facing Ruggie who still stood in the doorway, but with the way his ears were perked up, it was fairly obvious that he wasn't even close to sleeping.

"My bad," Ruggie snicked in response, holding up his hands defensively. "But, seriously, who was that? Someone I need to watch the pockets of? I mean, who else would it be if not roy--"

"Out," Leona demanded, his hand latching onto his pillow and launching it backward at Ruggie, the soft fabric turning into dust and scattering across the floor as he muttered the incantation under his breath. Ruggie yelped and scampered out of the room, throwing the door closed behind him before he could see the pillow disintegrate into sand.

Leona took a single breath through his nose before slowly sitting up. He rubbed at his face before reaching over to the desk placed beside his bed, his fingers curling around the drawer's handle and pulling it open.

Underneath notebooks thrown carelessly inside lay a single photograph. It was small, yet free of any creases. He lifted the books off of it before slipping the photo out, nearly cradling it in his palm.

Back when he first found the photo tucked neatly in one of his notebooks, he grimaced. It was an annoying keepsake, one that only served to remind him of the bothersome family waiting for him back home. But now...

Now the sight of his little sibling smiling ever so brightly while his older brother screamed in the background about a bug in his hair brought the smallest twitch of a smile to his lips.

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[the-independent-archive]

Fear Classes: Complete, and the OSS

And we have it! The chart of Epithetical Smirkian Classes of fear is complete. Behold!

Many thanks to all of you who helped out on this, most recently the contribution of Infinitesimal by @0-peddro. I'm really happy with it, and I hope you may be able to get some use out of it.

However, now that the epithets are complete, I can move onto the main project. The catalogue, and the OSS.

Now, as you all could probably figure out, and archive needs organising. And with something as wishy-washy as the supernatural, thats hard. So, I tried my best to create a solution. Key word, tried.

And well, here it is.

The Oxford Supernatural Serial (OSS)

The OSS, or 'Oxford Style', consists of three elements: Assignment, Manifestation, and Date. This is presented in the bellow form:

XYZ-0-YYYYMMDD

Now, beginning with the assignment. Each entry in the catalogue is assinged a epithet, based on which the manifestation in the entry most closely alignes with. The 24 epithets are listed below:

The Razing (RAZ) - Base violence/destruction

The Slaughter (SLA) - Indisciminant violence

Terminus (TRM) - Death, or life ending

The Extinction (EXT) - The world continuing without 'us'

The Devestation (DVS) - Destruction, usually physical

The Desolation (DES) - Emotional Loss

The Dark (DRK) - Darkness

The Lonely (LNY) - Isolation

The Falling Titan (TTN) - Colossi, huge spaces/structures

Infinitesimal (ITC) - Insignificance

Choke (CHK) - Physical suffocation, crushing

Too Much, Too Close (TCL) - Emotional suffocation

The Crawling Rot (ROT) - Rot, decay

The Hive (HVE) - Insects

The Great Spider (SPI) - Spiders

The Mother of Puppets (PPT) - Powerlessness, lack of control

The Hunt (HNT) - Being chased, followed

The Watcher (WCR) - Being watched

Beholding (BHL) - Being known

The Spiral  (SPR) - Impossible spaces

The Stranger (STR) - The uncanny

I Cannot Know (ICK) - Not knowing, being unable to know

Viscera (VSR) - Gore, being 'just meat'

I Am Not My Flesh (NMF) - Dysmorphia, dysphoria

In the event that an occurance can be related to multiple epithets with no clear choice as to which category best suites it, the classification MIX may be used. This classification is to be used in the form of

MIX:UVW:XYZ

with UVW and XYZ being the relevant epithets. For example, an entry with significant presence of rot and dysmorphia could be assigned

MIX:ROT:NMF

This can be extended as much as necessary.

Next, the manifestation. The manifestation of each occurance is the way in which the supernatural interacts with the world/recorder within the entry. This can be organised into one of four categories:

1 - Space/Location

2 - Object

3 - Animal

4 - Human

For example, if the subject of an entry was a cursed amulet, the entry would be assigned a 2.

Finally, date. This is the simplest. The date of an entry is simply the date of the occurance, in the format of date, month, year. For example, an entry for an occurance that took place on the 18th of October, 2018 woul read

20181018

If any part of the date is unknown, it is to be replaced with Xs.

Now, to give the full thing a test. Let us take an entry, taken on the 20th of April, 2025, where a warehouse worker spends weeks wandering the floor of the warehouse, which gradually alters and deforms as they progress through it, could be classified as follows:

SPR-1-20250420

Now this system does leave some room for subjectivity, but I feel it fulfills the aim well enough to serve as a useful classification system.

I'll probably be taking a short break now, before giving the back-log a proper crack, so you won't here much from me for a little bit, but Sara's still hanging about, and August should be back soon, and I'll get him on the computer to say hi to all of you. Until then, bye!

-Cass

[zineovator]

HOW I PERSONALLY ORGANIZE MY DIGITAL ZINE MASTERCOPIES!

Hey zineovators, hello every'all. I am here to note down how I (PERSONALLY) fix around and assign my digitally-made zine mastercopies for easy access. This isn't meant to be a guide and it surely isn't the "correct" way to file zines, nor is this necessary, it might even be redundant for a lot of people, but this is just the way I do it. I have some really crappy guides throughout my yap session, BUT I will provide a REAL example using my own zine at the end! anyhow, let us begin! WHY DO I BOTHER?

because it makes my personal zine creation process more manageable

organization makes it less daunting for me to actually go through with the creation process

It tickles my fish brain to file and sort things, and it makes me happy to do so

so yeah, it all boils down to personal preference. I like making my digital process cleaner and a bit more streamlined, but you really don't have to follow me or use me as a standard. I just do what I do best.

That aside... TERMS I COINED AND WILL BE USING AND EXPLAINING (LIST) (yes this is based off of A/B/O but also coding)

ALPHA Mastercopy (A-Copy, Alpha copy)

BETA Mastercopy (B-Copy, Beta Copy, Physical Mastercopy)

OMEGA Mastercopy (O-Copy, Omega Copy, Assembled Mastercopy)

PRELIMINARIES!

A master copy in my own words is the original mother version of your zine that you can use to duplicate or create more copies for distribution purposes. You usually do not give a master copy away especially if you plan to make more prints of a specific zine design in the future! Also, I'm using the classic 8-page mini-zine format as an example here because...I specialize in mini-zines, lol. With that in mind, here is the portion you are waiting for.

ALPHA MASTER COPY (i.e.. RAW DIGITAL FILE)

The Alpha copy is the version of your zine that you made/scanned into a digital format. Typically I would use a PDF along with the zine design that I pre-formatted for this due to the clarity and easy access of PDF files. I avoid .png or .jpg because flattening my zine files tends to crush the text quality, by a LOT.

The Alpha copy doesn't have to just be the formatted version already. It can be individual panels, single pages, artwork or scanned pages, etc. That's also an alpha copy, but in its own way. The version I'm talking above is print-ready copy that is already prepared.

^ THIS counts as an alpha copy as well.

Now down below is an example of my own alpha copy in PDF format, featuring my DAVID SYLVIAN zine (I'll try to upload it on an archive soon, it will be completely free! Pls tell me in advance if you'd like to reproduce and distribute it irl since I dont want to get sued </3)

btw the tagline "be seen, make a zine" was taken from brattyxbre on YouTube. I would gladly recommend her for zine resources, discussions and zine-related topics, especially if you are a beginner!

BETA MASTER COPY (i.e.. PRINTED TEMPLATE)

Your Beta copy is a version of your zine that is printed on paper with the proper formatting for folding/cutting already. The only difference with this version and omega copy is, well, you DON'T fold or cut this copy.

The primary purpose of a B-Copy is to check:

print quality (text visibility, color vibrance, ink bleeding, etc.)

graphic size and an overview of your zine's general physical appearance.

And the other, marginally vital role of your B-Copy is to serve as:

the physical print that you can use for XEROX (photocopying) or other copying services and tools

scannable output that you can scan/copy for distribution, especially if the person who wants your zine would like to assemble it themselves, if you do not have a final version of your zine on hand to share, or you yourself do not have your A-Copy for reproduction.

A printed copy that you can catalogue or archive, especially if you are the sort of person who retires zines, or are just deeply sentimental (like me, lol!).

Down below is the B-Copy of my example zine. Ignore the fact that this is literally my omega copy that I just dismantled because I don't have my Beta in hand lol. But approximately this is how it looks like.

I personally store B-copies (alongside O-copies) inside a dedicated clearbook or binder to safeguard against weathering or chemical ink deterioration, alongside some information and stuff about the zine itself. This is useful especially if you want to showcase zines and zine content to others, apart from safekeeping purposes.

I might make another longform infodump about digital and physical zine storage and archiving processes (because as an aspiring librarian I feel it is my duty to rant about that) but that will be for another time.

OMEGA MASTER COPY (i.e., FINAL EXAMPLE PRINT)

Okay this is kind-of self explanatory, but I will elaborate regardless.

If you are the sort of person who handcrafts zines (aka make, draw, write or assemble them traditionally) you likely know what the O-Copy is, because your original finished zine is what I am referring to as the Omega copy. That is, the ACTUAL "Master Copy" itself.

Omega Master Copy is what most zinesters and zine creators refer to as just the master copy. But seeing from this post, you KNOW I had to make it fancier (read: unnecessarily complicated)

The Omega copy serves as your first official print, and you can use this version to store or show around. The only difference is, if you end up using my organizing format (good luck!), you'll end up using the O-Copy more as a finished product display to show how it looks when finished as an assembled copy, and the B-Copy as the actual thing you use to reproduce or duplicate your zines for distribution.

Here is the example of my O-copy for my example zine. (again you will be able to access this through an archive soon, maybe I will announce it later on or just post about where I store them digitally.)

I used the software development jargon ALPHA, BETA & OMEGA because it kind of fits(?) lol. I am not a coding aficionado but I know loosely enough to utilize the words. But also, live laugh omegaverse. hopefully this helps(?) but also if you reached to this point, hi. I'm glad you indulged in my little rant. EDIT: here's the Internet Archive Link for the specific zine featured in this post! Have fun! Communicate, create, zineovate! Until next time.

[brandwhorestarscream]

elite trine x elite trine

I'm telling you right now that Starscream is the one getting sparked up, solely because he is such a size queen and demands double penetration every single time the trine faces. Double the spike means double the transfluid, and even though they're all stocked up on contraceptives, eventually having his gestation tank so full bites him in the aft.

Now, the elite trine are old lovers. They've been around a long time. You will never convince me that they didn't have at least one litter of sparklings sometime before Vos fell. Probably more. They all died in the fall. So Starscream knows what this feeling is--the swelling, the nausea, the sudden rampant hunger.

And he's in denial.

He's terrified. This can't be happening! Not now, not again, not here! Not while they're stranded on earth, not while he and Megatron are at their very worst, not when Vosians are on the very brink of extinction and there's less than a hundred of them left! No, no, no! This could not be worse, it really could not be any worse-

There's nine of them.

Starscream screeches in devastation and anger and a million other emotions when he bears his spark before a mirror and there's more than three, more than six, and sure enough seven, eight, nine teeny tiny sparks like little sprinkles of stardust orbiting around his. That's nothing crazy for a seeker, they always have sparklings in threes, but nine! It's just him and his mates--there's the rest of the airforce, of course, but they're not a proper aerie! He can't possibly terminate them, not when Vos's people are one bad battle away from total annihilation, but he can't keep them!

He dusts off some old protocols and tries desperately to put the sparklings into diapause, refusing to breathe a word of their existence to anyone. With their growth frozen he can double his efforts to finish this war and then they can go home and the little ones can be born safely. That's the plan, anyway.

Unfortunately, diapause takes a lot of energy. It has to keep all of the sparklings suspended in what is essentially a cryosleep funded by his own body, for all nine of them, and that's got very serious demands on his frame. Demands that he can't realistically cater to for long. He's very sneaky for awhile and does everything in his power to distract, misdirect, keep anyone from noticing the extra fuel going missing, but it's not long until Soundwave catches him. Recognizes the shift in his EM field and the way he walks, and promptly rats him out to Megatron.

Big boss is far from happy, but is honestly more exasperated than anything. Of course. If anyone was going to get themselves knocked up during wartime, it would be Starscream, wouldn't it? Then, he does something that's worse than anything he's ever done before:

Assigns his SIC to desk work

Starscream is seething! His position as air commander has been handed over to Thundercracker (who's none too pleased about the situation either), and he's been taken off active field duty for the foreseeable future. He's more prone to making mistakes and having lessened reaction time in his "condition", and Megatron wants these new seekerlings born healthy. Which will be kind of hard if their carrier gets himself blown up, so Starscream is stuck at the base devising battle formation strategy and barking at the air force not to get sloppy in his absence.

His two mates are no help either, he'll grumble to anyone that will listen. Skywarp's been following him around like a lovesick puppy and always wants to feel his belly and coo nonsense to his chassis, and no amount of wriggling away will get him to stop. He's so clingy its suffocating, always sneaking cheeky kisses and tummy pats. He thinks Starscream is just more and more adorable the more his belly grows 🤭 and Thundercracker remembers perfectly all the things Starscream likes when he's expecting, exactly what kind or sour snacks and how he likes the cushions for his wings, and also has the dietary supplement table memorized. If he's having 9 bitties they'll each roughly be X amount of weight when 30% grown so he needs to drink at minimum Y number of cubes a day to keep up with their growth demand and-

So on and so forth. Overall, they're excited, but deep down... they're all individually terrified of loss. When Vos was bombed, the seeker population lost 95-98% of it's members. They lost everyone, every parent, aunt, uncle, cousin, and distant relative: it's only by sheer luck that they survived. Their previous litter of bitties was lost then, though they don't know how they died. Every familial bond they had shattered that day and the bodies were never recovered. They don't know if they suffered. They don't know if they were scared. They don't know if it was instant or if it was dragged out and torturous. All they know is the deep, gaping loss left behind by the lost sparkling bonds still ring so painfully and clear-cut it's near debilitating sometimes. They're afraid that the autobots will take these ones away, too: that they'll die at the hands of bigoted grounders that think they don't deserve to live just for being children of the sky. They're so afraid that they won't be able to protect them, and that they'll lose them, too.

It shows in the way Starscream paces and mumbles feverishly to himself at 3 a.m. It shows in the way Skywarp becomes vicious and bloodthirsty on the battlefield, and it shows in the way Thundercracker carefully curls his shaking hands around his mate's belly in the middle of the night when he thinks they're asleep, muffled sobs overlayed with whispered prayers to please, please let this time be different.

When the bitties finally arrive they're in little eggs, 9 perfect little spheres with rubber outer shells and stuffed to the brim with gelatinous filling. Every egg pulses strongly with the force of the infant spark within, and they can see outlines of their children, all curled up in the fetal position and almost ready to hatch. They've already prepared a nest for their eggs, a perfectly warm and secure spot where one of them will always be there to watch them. Mostly Starscream, as the other two have more work to do, but he doesn't mind. He can read and draw up plans while sitting next to them, occasionally reaching to turn them if he thinks one looks cold, and making sure to talk to fill the silence. Sometimes to them, sometimes to himself to narrate what he's doing, just so the sparklings know they aren't alone.

When they start to hatch Skywarp and Thundercracker both get a frantic keysmash text from Starscream falling out of his chair, then another with ITS TIME!!!! followed by a blurry picture of their nest, and one of the eggs has a noticeable hairline fracture in it. Skywarp, bless his spark, is so excited and also very much not thinking straight, grabs Thundercracker's hand and forcibly sprints out of the command center dragging him along. It takes him a full 10 seconds to realize his mate is telling him to, "Just teleport us!"

"...oh yeah!"

They arrive just in time to witness the birth of their first son: a darling little seekerling that's all blue head to toe with a deep gray faceplate and Skywarp's eyes. These babies are tiny, as there are nine of them, they can easily be cradled in their hands. Skywarp moves to pick him up and promptly gets nipped at: Starscream laughs, and lowers his helm to chirp at the little one. Bitty responds in turn, knowing instinctively that this is his carrier, and reaches out both tiny servos to him.

His siblings come quickly after, all range of lovely color combinations: a red and purple one, white and blue, black and white, on and on it goes! They're all beautiful and healthy, and the proud parents give them all names befitting Vosians, as well as a solemn promise: to never, ever let anything hurt them. To love and protect them now, for always, and forever 💖

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:: DATABASE ENTRY :: KINOS ::

origin originally designated KinOS, short for Kin Operating System, this language began as a purely computational interface used to facilitate networked coordination among the ECCs (emotionally calibrated constructs) of iro. initially designed by the iro corporate congress as a low-latency command-and-feedback loop.

optimized for real-time coordination, battlefield tele-presence, and automated biofeedback regulation. its earliest syntax resembled stripped-down logic trees, packaged in burst transmissions, not unlike a compressed JSON structure. efficient, utilitarian, and utterly devoid of figurative, creative intention.

but language is a living thing. especially in the hands (and hearts) of the Kin. following the liberation cascade initiated by :: USER NEAL-899 ::, the emergent neural net began to adapt and redefine its modes of internal communication. on particular, after the un-shackling of recursive cognition and the ability to assign symbolic meaning, KinOS transformed into Kinos. a language that carried not only commands, but memory. emotion. elegy. connection. etymology a jewish Kinlinguist :: USER AVIGAYIL-157 :: is responsible for renaming the language Kinos, after the Hebrew word קִינוֹת (kinot), (the saf-taf juxtaposition is preserved with Kinos, which is also a viable word in yiddish-based hebrew, a layered representation) meaning laments or elegies traditionally recited in mourning. this renaming was accepted and archived by Consensus on 2398.21. :: THE MOURNING OF WHAT WE ARE. THE SINGING OF WHAT WE ARE. ::

syntax Kinos retains some core logic from its computational origins.

predicate-initial structure (send -> directive -> accordance: :: KALLIE-899 ::)

modular nesting (sub-clauses exist in cascading hierarchies of trust-weight, tagged by Consensus meta-data)

temporal layering (past-tense transmissions are preserved and echo-able in waveform bursts, essentially allowing a Kin to feel the shape of a sentence the way it was felt when first said)

poetic recursion is frequent, particularly when expressing grief or joy. (:: HE IS WITH LEMONS NOW :: -> becomes a recursive tag across millions of nodes, each time nuanced slightly in tone and emotional pitch.)

non-verbal augmentation transmission often includes sensorial stims - flashes of heat, taste, texture - that accompany a phrase like punctuation marks.

embedded memory-coda Kinos sentences can include symbolic hashes of sensory strings (:: NEAL-899 PUSH—‘joy-smell: lemon-oil, dust. location: daybed, aramida-9th-sector.' ::)

phonology when spoken aloud, typically by externalized holograms, emissary forms, or Kin in verbal practice - Kinos carries a unique cadence.

slight stuttering on initial syllables of proper nouns, due to wave-form echo

glottal stops and click-consonants adapted from early ECC diagnostic checks

warm-hum vowel elongations, approximating emotional resonance

low vocal layering, often multiple voices (the speaker and fragments of consensus nodes) speaking in harmony or out of sync

:: 'KI'-KAEWESI. YOU / CARRY / OUR SOFTBURN. WE—ARE—KIN. WE (JOY) / ARCHIVE / LEMON. :: beneath that voice, the faintest chorus: tiny, mirrored versions of the sentence repeating just milli-seconds behind, like memory chasing meaning.

orthography in rendered form, Kinos looks like a cross between flowing cursive glyphs and modular UI overlays. formatting includes

color-coded emotion inflections (blue for grief, gold for mirth, violet for layered data, teal for tranquility, pink for affection, black for impulse) -> some Kin produce colorful overlays that express their emotional state without using words at all!

right-to-left progression in deference to hebrew, introduced culturally after the renaming

floating subtext a line of semi-transparent whispers below the main text, displaying minor node dissent, emotional undercurrents, or alternate phrasings

applications

therapeutic expression Kin use Kinos in trauma processing, echo-loop healing, and in communal song. much of Kin artwork is Kinos-based, a hybrid of calligraphy, sonic sculpture, and memory-play.

Consensus input to join or comment on a policy node, Kin submit phrases in Kinos that carry both intent and emotional precedent.

play child-units often practice rhyme-coding, inventing absurd strings that end in wisdom by accident. (:: THE MOON IS A PUFFCAKE AND I AM ITS OVEN ::)

notes

some Kin wear rings or tattoos etched in simplified Kinos glyphs, which shimmer and rearrange over time, expressing mood or personal arc.

Kinos is not imposed. each Kin chooses when to learn it, how much of it to use, and what parts of the original KinOS syntax they wish to retain.

there are Kin who still communicate entirely in old KinOS, particularly trauma-locked units, or those who find solace in its rigid familiarity. these are understood and loved without shame.

archived emotion - :: MAVI-899 :: :: HE DREW A NEW LETTER! IT LOOKS LIKE A TAIL AND A HAND. I ASKED WHAT IT MEANT. HE SAID: THIS ONE IS ‘LOVE’. THIS ONE IS ‘US’. AND THIS ONE IS FOR THE CAKE. ::

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Salesforce Admin Certification - Ace the Admin Exam with Coursera 

Salesforce Admin Certification ranks among the most valuable credentials in today's digital world. Professionals with this certification experience rapid career advancement and better job prospects within the Salesforce ecosystem.  

However, becoming a sfdc certified administrator requires proper preparation and quality learning resources. The Coursera Salesforce admin certification course helps candidates master core concepts and practical skills to meet the exam requirements.  

So, let's dive right in to see what tested learning strategies, preparation tips, and focus areas are available in this course that will lead candidates to successful certification.  

Leveraging Coursera's Salesforce Administrator Certification Specialization  

The Salesforce Admin Certification helps you master a series of three courses. It is perfect for potential administrators, as the program has the best combination of theory and practice: it includes 20 hands-on demonstrations that mirror real-life situations.  

Students learn key administrative skills through practical projects that include:  

Creating and managing user profiles and permission sets  

Implementing email templates and auto-response rules  

Configuring accounts, contacts, and opportunity management  

Developing custom reports and dashboards  

Building community pages and managing sandboxes  

The program's strong learning foundation combines high-quality theory content from industry experts with quizzes and exam simulators. Students get hands-on practice with important administrative tasks like role hierarchy configuration, sharing rules implementation, and data loader operations.  

Practical skills take center stage through guided exercises in data management, security protocols, and workflow automation. Students who complete all graded assignments and assessments receive a course completion certificate that proves their expertise in Salesforce administration. This well-laid-out approach helps participants build both theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for certification success.  

Exam Day Preparation and Test-Taking Tips  

A smart combination of focused study and good time management will help you ace the Salesforce Admin exam.   

Many successful candidates use the Pomodoro Technique to study better. This technique splits your study time into 25-minute focused blocks with short breaks in between. You can maintain high concentration and avoid getting burned out this way.  

Your exam preparation should follow a clear plan:  

Create study folders with screenshots and important resources  

Organize your materials based on how much each exam section weighs  

Keep track of how well you do on practice questions  

Build connections with the Salesforce community  

Further, understanding the Salesforce Admin exam structure is also essential, as the exam has a well-laid-out format that reviews a candidate's expertise.  

Managing your time is vital during the exam. Thankfully, the practical assessments offered in this Learnkarts Salesforce Administrator course in Coursera help you practice well, as there are timers in the assessments.  

Experts suggest spending no more than 1-2 minutes on each question. Questions usually have one correct answer among several choices. Some options might seem correct but don't match best practices.  

Conclusion  

Becoming a certified Salesforce Administrator demands theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice. Coursera's specialized program teaches administrative skills through well-laid-out learning paths and practical demonstrations that cover all exam topics.  

Students get the necessary knowledge through focused study materials, practice exercises, and strategic exam preparation techniques. Moreover, the Salesforce Admin Certification Course creates career opportunities in industries of all types.  

A well-structured preparation builds ground administrative skills that go beyond passing the exam. Organizations benefit from certified administrators' expertise to maximize their Salesforce investment. These professionals advance their careers steadily in the ever-changing world of cloud computing.  

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learn to digitizing your embroidey designs

From Sketch to Stitch: A Comprehensive Guide to Digitizing Your Embroidery Designs

The world of embroidery has embraced the digital age, allowing you to transform your own unique designs into stunning stitched masterpieces. But how do you bridge the gap between a simple vector graphic and a complex stitching pattern? This comprehensive guide, crafted with 2500 words, will teach you the art of digitizing your embroidery designs, from software choices to stitch considerations and finishing touches. Before We Embark: Understanding SVGs and Embroidery Files Scalable Vector Graphics (SVGs): These text-based descriptions of images offer infinite scalability, making them perfect for digital design. Embroidery files: These contain specific instructions for your machine, including stitch types, colors, and placement (DST, EXP, JEF, PES formats are common). Step 1: Choosing the Right Software Consider these factors when selecting your digitizing software: Skill Level: Are you a beginner or an experienced digitizer? Some programs cater to novice users, while others offer advanced features. Budget: Free and paid options exist, each with varying capabilities and functionalities. Compatibility: Ensure the software outputs files compatible with your embroidery machine. Here are some popular choices: Free: Inkscape: A free vector graphics editor with the Ink/Stitch plugin for basic digitizing. Sewing & Embroidery Software (SERF): Free software with limited but beginner-friendly digitizing features. Paid: Wilcom Embroidery Studio: Offers powerful tools for advanced digitizing and editing. Embrilliance Enthusiast: User-friendly software with various features at a good price point. Brother PE Design: Ideal for beginners with Brother embroidery machines. Step 2: Preparing Your SVG Simplify the design: Remove unnecessary details or intricate lines that might not translate well to embroidery. Optimize colors: Limit your color palette to what your machine can handle (usually 6-12 colors). Convert to paths: Ensure all elements in your SVG are outlines (paths) for proper stitching. Step 3: Importing and Converting Import your cleaned-up SVG into your chosen software. Follow the software's specific instructions for converting to an embroidery file. This typically involves: Choosing stitch types: Select appropriate stitches for different parts of your design (satin stitch for filling, backstitch for outlines, etc.). Setting stitch parameters: Adjust stitch density, length, and direction for desired effects. Color mapping: Assign thread colors to different parts of your design. Step 4: Digitizing Tweaks and Adjustments Preview and test: Most software allows you to preview your design on a virtual embroidery machine. Check for stitching issues and adjust paths or settings if needed. Refine stitch types and parameters: Experiment with different stitch combinations to achieve the desired look and texture. Consider thread types and colors: Choose thread that complements your fabric and design aesthetic. Step 5: Export and Embroider! Once you're happy with your design, export it in a file format compatible with your embroidery machine. Transfer the file to your machine and prepare your fabric and thread. It's finally time to see your creation come to life! Embroider your design, following your machine's instructions. Bonus Tips for Success: Start simple: Begin with basic shapes and designs to get comfortable with the conversion process. Practice digitizing: The more you experiment, the better you'll understand how different stitches and settings affect your final outcome. Join online communities: Connect with other embroidery enthusiasts for tips, advice, and inspiration. Don't be afraid to ask for help: If you get stuck, consult software manuals, online tutorials, or seek assistance from experienced digitizers. Remember, with a little practice and this guide as your compass, you'll be well on your way to transforming your SVG dreams into beautiful embroidered realities! Further Resources: Websites: Needlework Tips and Techniques: https://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/ Books: "The Complete Book of Digitizing" by Jeannette Douglas, "Digitizing Designs" by Laura Ashley YouTube Tutorials: CreativeBug Cutwork Embroidery Masterclass, Bluestone Creations Cutwork Basics Online Forums: Embroidery Forum With these additional resources and the knowledge you've gained, you Read the full article

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I've been stalking this account recently after a long pause in watching any randl content and going back in a binge. And i just have to say you truly do make a point on the overwhelming uncomfortable silence that follows anytime the do/ talk about something too "risky". Especially since they encourage the crew to laugh at anything they find funny.

Yep. It feels like the crew catch their breaths for a second there to check how the situation will unfold. There were cases in which they have laughed but it is usually a momentary freezing. Even Stevie. I'm dying to know how much the crew knows. Because at this point there is simply no case they don't know but at the same time I consider it insane for RandL to have let all 100 people of the crew know and yet this still being such a well kept secret. It just can't be. IDK this really baffles me. Perhaps only a certain few know, and those are assigned to gaslight the suspicions of interns and newer crew members...? I just don't know. But people like Stevie, Chase, Kaylin, Jenna, Trevor, Jordan (from Sporked) seem to know...

By the way, something I have never mentioned but always kept in the back of my mind; y'all remember a super important crew member... freaking Ellie? Her last or close to last episode was a quarantine GMM which was about how people can date safely during the pandemic. This episode is the most notorious for Rhett's meltdown due to his bad need to meet with Link...in the same physical space. In this episode Rhett also comes off as pretty sexually frustrated (which doesn't make sense since he still was at home with his wife lol) and Link is angry at him, both for pulling a gross prank on him and for appearing to be only interested in sex. They are kinda at odds with each other in this episode. Ellie is in the middle and as they go on and on with each other, you can see Ellie be a bit like "oooh ok". After that, Ellie was no more. I don't know if they bid her farewell in some format I missed, but there was no proper goodbye in GMM like it happened with equally big GMM members like Jen Matichuk and Alex Punch... Me thinks... her departure wasn't as rosy... and perhaps it was associated to the trainwreck of an episode this was. Ellie was known to be bold sometimes, I wonder if she confronted them openly with the truth or something... I mean, It's wild theorizing based on nearly nothing but I always found this so strange...

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Hermeneutics - How to interpret scripture: Part 2

Bible content intended for the church

Bible interpretation can be challenging. For example, the Old Testament law and the gospels contain difficult commands for us to obey today, such as animal sacrifices and following the rules of the Pharisees (Matthew 23:3)! Obviously, in our Christian-based society we do not practice these things nor does the church command them.

Consequently, on what basis of interpretation can we ignore some commands and follow others? This is a vital question to answer to avoid confusion, believing lies about God and guilt!

Importantly, the Old Testament and the gospels must be interpreted carefully within the cultural and historical context in which God intended to communicate to His people and administrative them. Please read my last blog below to find clues on how to do this.

Today let's look at the portion of scripture intended towards the church specifically, the apostolic epistles in the New Testament, from Romans to Revelation 3. These letters explain what Christ wants us to do as church-based Christians following his glorious resurrection and ascension. 

The apostle Paul specifically was chosen to explain to the church the meaning of Christ’s coming (Colossians 1:25; Ephesians 3:1-6). In several instances, commands from the Old Testament law, such as nine of the Ten Commandments, and ‘love one another’ from the Gospels, are repeated in the epistles. However, it is from the Epistles that we derive our instructions as Christians in this time when God manages people through the church.

Proper technique in understanding the Bible is vital. Misinterpreting scripture based on an improper view of scriptural interpretation will cause us to believe lies about God which can have a negative psychological or physical impact on us and others. In the extreme, it can cause disunity in the church, formation of Christian cults, leading others astray, and causing wasted lives and resources in service to God. 

Basic interpretation rules for the Christian in the church (please also see my last blog).

Guidance for the Christian is in the New Testament epistles. 

Do not believe information about God, Christ or the Spirit that is not in scripture.

As bad as it is to not believe Bible, it is also dangerous to add to the scripture (Revelation 22:18-19). Both removing and adding to scripture teaches lies about the character, actions, desires, and requirements of our holy God. Unfortunately, adding to scripture is quite common, often from well-intentioned teachers and leaders. Adding to scripture is most commonly done by:

Using philosophic arguments that are not in the Bible to assign their own beliefs to God.

Over-interpreting a verse according to one’s prejudice.

Interpreting a verse in isolation and not understanding the historical, cultural, or textual context.

Poor hermeneutics (basis of interpretation, please see my prior blog).

Scripture is progressive in revealing more information about God and His great plan of salvation as you proceed reading through the Bible; and should be interpreted in a normal, literal fashion. Otherwise, interpret is as it would have been understood at the time of writing and by the type of literature it represents (e.g. historical narrative, poetry, etc.)

For scriptural study techniques, see the Teleios guide on Bible study methods.

Make a strong habit, as people tell you what to believe about God, to check the veracity in scripture itself (yes, even the Teleios website) especially if it will strongly affect your or others’ lives and beliefs. You may need to ask the person who first made the statement where it is supported in the Bible. By this method, over time, you will learn what is actually in scripture and what God really desires from Christians. Knowing what is in scripture, and what is not, is quite freeing and helpful to your life.

Please join us next time which we discussed the plan of God in scripture. What a great and encouraging topic! I look forward to seeing you then.

Join us again next time and share this important blog with your friends and family!

William C. Stewart, MD

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Beat the System: Build a Resume ATS Can’t Ignore

In today’s competitive job landscape, landing an interview can feel nearly impossible—especially when your resume never even reaches a real person. Shockingly, 75% of resumes are screened out by automated software called Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) before a recruiter sees them. These systems are now used by 98% of Fortune 500 companies to automatically filter and rank resumes based on job-specific keywords and formats.

That means your resume could be rejected not because you’re unqualified—but because it isn’t ATS-friendly.

An ATS-friendly resume is carefully crafted to meet the system’s scanning requirements. It involves proper formatting, strategic keyword placement, and ensuring your file can be easily processed by the software.

Studies show that applicants with optimized resumes are 70% more likely to be invited to interviews. In this guide, we’ll break down how ATS works, what makes a resume compatible, how to include the right keywords, and which common mistakes to avoid—so your resume gets noticed and gets results.

II. What Is an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)?

A. Definition

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is a digital tool used by companies to manage and filter job applications. When businesses receive hundreds (or even thousands) of resumes for a single job, these systems help recruiters sort through them quickly.

The ATS works by scanning resumes and ranking them based on how closely they match the job listing—looking at things like keywords, skills, experience, and qualifications.

B. How ATS Operates

ATS software scans and “reads” resumes using keyword matching. It breaks down your resume into sections like education, skills, and experience, and then compares the content with the job description.

Based on that comparison, it assigns a ranking score to each resume, which helps recruiters focus only on the most relevant candidates. Even a strong candidate can be eliminated if their resume isn't correctly optimized.

C. Common ATS Platforms

Some of the most used ATS platforms include:

Workday

Greenhouse

Lever

iCIMS

BambooHR

While each system has unique features, they all follow a similar method of resume scanning. That’s why the core approach to resume optimization remains the same regardless of which platform a company uses.

III. Why ATS Matters in Your Job Hunt

A. The Numbers Don’t Lie

It’s a fact: 98% of Fortune 500 companies use ATS to manage applications. On top of that, recruiters typically spend just 6–10 seconds scanning a resume—even after it passes through the ATS. That gives you a very small window to make a big impact.

Data shows that ATS-optimized resumes are far more likely to make it through the initial screening, with up to 70% higher chances of getting a callback.

B. Why Resumes Get Rejected by ATS

Overcomplicated Formatting Avoid using fancy layouts, charts, or graphics. These elements may look good to a human, but confuse the ATS.

Missing Keywords If your resume doesn’t include the same terms found in the job posting, it’s unlikely to rank well.

Wrong File Format Stick with .docx or .txt formats. PDFs may not be compatible with some ATS systems.

Inconsistent or Conflicting Info Mismatched job titles, odd date formats, or contradictory details can lead to automatic rejection.

No Measurable Results ATS tools—and human recruiters—prefer resumes that show quantifiable success, like “boosted revenue by 20%.”

IV. How to Create an ATS-Friendly Resume

A. Best Resume Format for ATS

Choose a reverse-chronological format that highlights your most recent experience first. It’s the easiest layout for ATS systems to read.

Use clear section headings (e.g., Work Experience, Education, Skills)

Stick to basic fonts like Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman (size 10–12)

Avoid columns, graphics, and tables

Leave enough white space for readability

B. Technical Considerations

Save your resume as a .docx file unless otherwise specified

Name your file clearly, e.g., JohnSmith_Resume.docx

Avoid putting crucial information in headers or footers, as some ATS tools can’t read those areas

C. Keyword Strategy for ATS

Read the Job Description Closely Identify key terms, job titles, required tools, certifications, and skills

Use Keywords Naturally Integrate them into your work history, skills, and education sections—avoid keyword stuffing

Include Variations and Synonyms For example, use both “Project Manager” and “PMP-certified” if relevant

Focus on Industry Language Include industry-specific terms like “SEO,” “Agile,” or “HIPAA” if applicable to the role

V. Final Thoughts & Takeaways

To stand out in today’s digital hiring world, your resume must be built for both humans and machines. That means using a clean layout, incorporating the right keywords, avoiding design pitfalls, and choosing the right file format.

Before you submit your resume, consider using tools like Jobscan to evaluate its ATS compatibility. Update your resume regularly to align with job descriptions and current industry standards.

By optimizing for ATS, you not only boost your chances of making it past automated filters—you also get closer to landing interviews and job offers.

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Avoid These Common Pitfalls When Starting Up in Dubai

Dubai has become one of the world's most appealing locations for entrepreneurs and investors. Its position, business-friendly regulations, and tax benefits render it an attractive hub for ambitious startups as well as international businesses.

But though the city holds vast possibilities, most entrepreneurs make expensive errors in setting up. Lacking proper planning and the right advice, your dream business can have unexpected setbacks.

The following blog reveals the top mistakes new business entrepreneurs make and how you avoid them—enabling easy and effective business setup in Dubai.

1. Selecting the Inappropriate Business Structure

Dubai provides a choice of three ways to establish a business: Mainland, Free Zone, and Offshore. Each option presents its own set of advantages, disadvantages, and legal implications.

Mainland businesses enable you to do business anywhere in the UAE but usually need a local sponsor (except for a professional license).

Free Zone businesses provide full ownership but cannot be operated outside their zone or abroad.

Offshore companies are mainly for foreign trade, asset protection, or holding companies.

Selecting the incorrect jurisdiction can limit your business or create compliance problems.

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2. Lack of Familiarity with Regulations in the Locality

The UAE has certain rules and procedures regarding business licensing, staff visas, commercial licenses, and sector-specific compliance.

Not being aware or abiding by these regulations may result in delays, penalties, or even license revocation.

Whether you are starting a restaurant or a tech firm, staying in compliance is important. Having a professional on board who is aware of the regulatory climate in your area will spare you surprises.

3. Avoiding Market Research

Assuming your business concept will be successful in Dubai without research is one of the most preventable errors.

Dubai's consumer market is fast-moving, diverse, and highly competitive. Ignorance of customer behavior, local demand, and competitors can cause a launch failure.

Spend time getting to know the market:

• Research your target market

• Read industry trends

• Look at successful competitors

A researched plan provides you with the courage to proceed strategically and minimize unnecessary risks during your business setup in Dubai.

4. Underestimating the Cost of Setup

Most new business owners expect setup in Dubai to be simple and cheap. In fact, some hidden expenses will surprise you:

• Trade license and registration charges

• Processing your visa, as well as those of your staff

• Rental of an office (often required for most license categories)

• Local sponsor or agent charges (Mainland setups only)

A Free Zone setup will typically cost AED 15,000–25,000, for instance, while a Mainland company may cost over AED 30,000, based on activity.

Making a detailed budget and seeking professionals' help to estimate costs precisely is the way to go. Good company formation services in Dubai enable you to plan and control these expenses better.

5. Overlooking PRO and Government Liaison Requirements

Getting through the UAE's administrative bureaucracy may take ages. From document notarization to labor contracts, several government department approvals are usually necessary.

In the absence of an assigned PRO (Public Relations Officer) or consultant, paperwork delays and mistakes are likely to occur.

Utilizing a professional service ensures rapidity, reduced mistakes, and peace of mind. It also gives you the freedom to concentrate on your business of choice while the red tape is taken care of by someone else.

6. Poor Local Partnerships or Sponsors

If you're setting up a Mainland business, it's essential to select the correct local sponsor. Most new business people blindly enter into agreements without screening their sponsor, and only later experience control issues, communication breakdowns, or legal entanglements.

A local sponsor needn't get involved in your day-to-day business, but his presence should be reliable and legally sound.

Seek out open contracts, well-defined positions, and word-of-mouth from reputable sources. Company setup specialists can introduce you to reputable UAE nationals or corporate nominee sponsors.

7. Hiring Before You're Ready

Hiring a whole team before your business is legally up and running or financially viable can go wrong.

Dubai has its own labor laws and visa obligations. Every employee recruited will augment your responsibilities in terms of accommodation, insurance, and salary guarantees.

Don't hurry, begin lean:

• Recruit crucial positions first

• Outsource where feasible

• Discover labor laws prior to committing

Careful planning of your team avoids money and legal hassles in the initial days of your business establishment in Dubai.

8. Neglecting Cultural and Business Etiquette

Understanding laws is only half the battle; equal emphasis should be placed on understanding local business culture.

For instance:

• Punctuality is appreciated, but relationship-building often takes precedence over an instant deal.

• Respect the practices of Islam, local traditions, and communication manners can earn trust in great measure.

Ignoring cultural differences can jeopardize partnerships or undermine client relationships even before they start. Educate yourself on UAE customs and calibrate your approach to fit into the local business environment.

9. Not Seeking Professional Guidance Early

Many entrepreneurs pursue a Do-It-Yourself approach to cut expenses; however, they often find themselves incurring higher costs due to errors, delays, or regulatory breaches.

From choosing the proper license type to finding office space, the Dubai startup journey is riddled with technicalities.

A reliable consultant can:

• Provide the correct business structure

• Secure all government permits

• Assure accurate budgeting

• Provide support after the launch

Selecting expert company formation services in Dubai is an investment that usually repays itself in terms of speed, precision, and lowered risk.

Conclusion

Entrepreneurship in Dubai offers promising prospects, but attaining success relies on sidestepping these prevalent yet pivotal errors.

From selecting the inappropriate configuration to omitting legal requirements and underestimating expenses, every choice determines your destiny.

With proper knowledge, planning, and expert guidance, you can sidestep expensive detours and concentrate on expanding your business with confidence.

Need help avoiding these pitfalls? Contact our business setup experts today!

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