#c: Maria

[streetcatscomic]

I really like those anime illustrations that just shows as many characters as possible.

[theyflourished]

"Pray tell, what is it about a ball that makes you hide outside?' A smile graces her features as she moves onto the terrace, drink discarded as she enters the cool breeze. She finds such festivities overwhelming. Her father's expectations for her to we'd for money and title, she fears for whom she will marry. She hides such discomfort with sarcastic remarks, yet she knows such balls would lead to the inevitable.

[megustasqualo]

damn dex

[brbarou]

what a ruckus!! what a baccano!!!

[nagichi-boop]

I know that this scene is about Shadow grappling with the fact he has alien DNA, but I feel like his thoughts in this scene are relatable to people with conditions like autism, BPD and NPD (not an exhaustive list) who struggle with feeling and being treated like an outcast or monster at times. For some, it’s because we struggle to operate in a world not designed for us. For others, it’s fighting against all the negative perceptions society has of us.

Shadow sees himself as a monster. But Maria assures him that just because he expresses himself differently, that doesn’t make him evil. I feel like especially for people who struggle with empathy, this really hits home. People often assume that people who struggle with empathy, whether cognitive or emotional, are heartless. And for those with personality disorders, they’re often treated as if they are abusive or manipulative just because of the disorder they have, even though people with said disorders are victims of trauma and abuse themselves.

I hope you all have a Maria in your lives. And if not, please remember that it’s your actions that define you, not your neurotype or disorder. If you struggle with socialising, or emotional regulation, or empathy, you’re not a monster. You’re strong for living in a world that so often seems to outcast and insult you. You’re strong for choosing to be as kind as you can be, even though so many people refuse to show that common courtesy in return. Even when you can’t be strong, you are not a monster.

Please be kind to yourselves. You deserve it.

[theyflourished]

She had been overcome by the festivities, finding refuge on the front porch of the building. She exhaled, taking a moment to embrace the cool spring chill, before her peace was broken at the sound of an arrival. Eyes fixate upon the male, brows quirked in interest as he dismounts his horse. She is intrigued by such presence, however, merely chuckles in response to his statement. "And that you did , however, if you were hoping to be this seasons diamond, lack of punctuality is not on your side." She teased, knowing inevitably a male could not be a diamond, however, knowing indeed she did not fit the bill, to mock such expenses was her way of coping.

open to all !

arriving to the ball fashionably late had not been his intention, but a wardrobe malfunction certainly made good reason. the marquess could hardly show up with a large tear in his pants. he'd opted to ride the distance to the ball, rather than take a lengthy carriage ride, and it seemed his entrance did not go unnoticed as he dismounted his horse. " my mother often told me arriving late was poor form, and if you had to do it, do so with grace. " he jests. clearly arriving on horseback with windblown curls wasn't the most graceful either.

[pennumbra]

Hmm. Eggmaria.

[voosdisastrous]

I'd also stare if my co-worker had such a gyatt. 😚

[roses-of-the-romanovs]

"They have all grown, Marie is now much thinner, the fourth is stout and small. Tatiana helps everyone and everywhere, as usual; Olga is lazy, but they are all one in spirit." (Alexandra Feodorovna to Lili Dehn, found in The Real Tsaritsa)

[europesummervibes]

Vivien Leigh in a publicity photo for Waterloo Bridge (1940)

[bethanydelleman]

Why I am NOT an Austen Heroine:

-If I was Anne Elliot, I would have married Charles Musgrove in a heartbeat just to get away from my family

-If I was Elinor Dashwood, I would have ugly cried when Lucy Steele told me she was engaged to Edward until I couldn't breath

-If I was Fanny Price, I would have married Henry Crawford just to get away from Mansfield Park

-If I were Elizabeth Bennet, I would have probably just said yes to Darcy (highly loss adverse and very concerned about my age)

-If I were Emma, I wouldn't have lasted until Box Hill to insult Miss Bates. It would have happened years ago and far more often

-If I were Catherine Morland.... oh... at 17? Oh... yeah, girlies I would totally accuse my crush's dad of murder because I was reading too many Gothic novels...

I AM a Jane Austen Heroine

[streetcatscomic]

Sketch pages at did during the beginning of development! Some of these have outdated designs (You can see Tania's design change in the middle lol) and some stuff is not even canon anymore, but I want to pick some and remake them!! I am also hoping on making more pages like these in the future.

[hinadraws]

Engineer AU Imagine a world where Maria ended up being an engineer and like any robotnik they live for their inventions regardless of the dangers. Naturally Shadow with his speed and strength would make him the perfect assistant! |Instagram| |Cara| |Blue Sky| |TikTok|

[jeannepompadour]

Acress Annie Russell by Jose Maria Mora, 1881

[theyflourished]

"At festivities held by the Queen herself, I would hope as much." Maria exhaled, moving swiftly to retrieve a drink of her own, sighing deeply as she enjoyed the satisfying taste, indulging in the finer things was one reason she enjoyed such festivities. She however, knew the reality, it was to soften such a blow when courting, her least favourite passtime. "Forgive me for prying but, you do not seem to be enjoying such a festive occasion."

declining an invitation from the queen would be like sentencing oneself to a lifelong grudge, which simon isn’t going to risk, especially since his presence in london has been noted. he quickly downs his drink, attempting to look like he wants to be here. he seems to be failing with the almost permanent frown on his lips. “at least the liquor never disappoints,” he says to the person beside him, catching them off guard.

[emmasmoke8]

In my defense, it isn’t fanfic of fanart this time

We're Not Freaks (we're brothers)

A hedgehog rescues Miles "Tails" Prower from his bullies. They help Tails gain confidence and encourage his unique strengths. In one world, this hedgehog is named Sonic.

In this world, the hedgehog has the name Shadow.

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Trigger Warning: Bullying (insults/violence), lightly implied parental neglect and/or abuse, heavily implied mental manipulation (Gerald has manipulated Shadow's memories which is why he's so angry and vengeful)

AU by @imbasicallyblue1 (I don't think the AU has a name yet, but it's basically if Shadow had found Tails instead of Sonic)