#enchanted theme

[lulublack90]

Prompt 31 - Countdown

@wolfstarmicrofic December 31, word count 765

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Remus woke early, feeling oddly warm in his usually cold bed. He felt stiff, as if he hadn’t been able to move much during the night. He looked down and saw a mass of black, curly hair draped across his chest along with the rest of Sirius. 

He couldn’t quite believe he’d let this complete stranger wriggle his way into his bed in so little time and not even for sex and, even more unbelievably, Remus didn’t care. 

He turned his head to look at the time, watching the second's countdown until his alarm went off. He still had a few minutes before he needed to start getting up. 

Remus bit his bottom lip as he tentatively moved his hand from where it was wrapped around Sirius’s waist and began tracing patterns onto his bare back. His skin was silky smooth and the image of Remus licking every inch of it shot into his mind. He felt himself grow beneath the sheets and winced when Sirius began to stir. 

“Hmmmm, someone's happy to see me,” He grinned sleepily, his hip bumping into Remus as he shuffled to see Remus’s face better. 

“I need to go to work in a bit,” Remus said, ignoring Sirius’s words. 

“Oh, okay, I’ll get up and leave you to it,” Sirius’s smile didn’t quite reach his eyes. 

“You don’t have to go right away,” Remus blurted out quickly, his arm automatically wrapping back around Sirius’s waist. “Sorry, erm, I thought I could make you breakfast.” He felt the back of his neck heat and knew his ears would be burning red. This was confirmed when Sirius’s eyes flicked to the side of his head and he bit down on his lower lip to keep his face straight. 

“I’d love that if you’re sure,” Sirius smiled sweetly at him, lying back down, nuzzling Remus’s chest until he got comfortable.

Remus was a bit stunned again. This felt so easy, so right, but he didn’t even know this man. Sooner than he thought, his alarm began blaring. “Oh my god, Remus, is that the Ducktales theme?” Sirius jumped up excitedly. 

“Yeah,” Remus admitted sheepishly. “I had a clock when I was little that sang it when the alarm went off, and it’s the only thing that wakes me up.”

“That is adorable,” Sirius leant over and pressed a quick kiss to Remus’s cheek and skipped out of sight, presumably to get dressed.

“So all I have is cereal,” He told Sirius as he got two bowls out of the cupboards and rinsed out the mugs they’d used last night and made more tea. 

“Cereal's great, I don’t usually get it at home,” Remus felt a twang inside his chest. He didn’t know a thing about this man. He’d have to rectify that once Sirius was gone. 

“Choc-y hoops, alright?” He asked as he poured a healthy portion into his own bowl. Sirius’s face lit up as he nodded enthusiastically. He looked like a little kid getting sugary cereal as a treat. Remus poured on some milk and slid the bowl across the counter to him. Sirius grabbed it and took a mouthful before going to sit down on the sofa. He let out a happy groan before shoving another spoonful into his mouth. 

Before he knew it, it was time to leave for his shift at the hotel, cleaning all the used bedding in the massive laundry room in the hotel's basement.

“It was lovely meeting you," Sirius said, his cheeks pinking as they said goodbye on the doorstep of Remus’s flat. 

“Yeah, I had a great time,” Remus confessed, and Sirius’s face broke into the most beautiful smile Remus had ever seen. 

“Would you want to maybe meet up again?” Sirius asked, suddenly looking a bit unsure of himself. Remus’s heart twanged again, and he couldn’t say no even if he wanted to, and he didn’t want to. 

“I’d really like that, Sirius,”

“Great, I’ll come round tonight. See you later, Remus,” He reached up and kissed Remus on the lips. He walked away, hopping to the side when Rufus opened the door to the kebab shop just as Sirius passed it. Remus couldn’t stop the laugh that burst from his lips. Then, it hit him that Sirius had invited himself over again. He made a mental note to get some groceries on his way home so he’d have something to feed the man. He shook his head, put his earphones in, and started his walk to the hotel, thinking about how different Sirius was to anyone else he’d ever met. 

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[plasmaglacious-dndendtotem]

pngs!

We felt there weren't enough pngs that were wintery yet not exactly chrismas.(this is mostly for our cold alters cause we're fancying up our simply plural, btw! feel free to ask for that, we don't mind sharing!(especially if we're mutuals n stuff))(mutuals are also allowed to hit up our dms or to ask for our ask box to turn on again if we don't do so already :>)

Don't have our dni up rn but just know we'll block someone if we feel the need to. we hope people enjoy these though! - 👁💜✨

[hycinthrt]

enchanted (2007) was all that wish wanted to be in regards of being a tribute to the disney animated legacy

[meekosthemeparkphotos]

Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen

[atomic-chronoscaph]

Enchanted Forest amusement park, Maryland (1950s/1960s)

[aventurineswife]

Trick or treat :3

Trick-or-Treating Mishaps!

Summary: On a chilling Halloween night, you and Sebastian go trick-or-treating and discover a mysterious house offering enchanted candy. After indulging your curiosity, you unleash mischievous ghosts and a lurking specter. Together, you confront the supernatural chaos, forging a strong bond as you uncover the secrets of the night.

Tags: Halloween Special Fanfic, Human! Sebestian, Supernatural, Horror(kinda? I tried my best 😔), Adventure, Trick-or-Treating, Enchanted Candy, Ghosts(👻), Suspense, Platonic Relationship, Friendship, Human! Sebestian.

Warnings: Mild horror elements, Spooky themes, Paranormal activity, Intense situations, Human! Sebestian.

A/N: As someone who has never celebrated Halloween her whole life, I hope you enjoy this piece of fic 😇

The chill of Halloween night hung heavy in the air, the moon casting an eerie glow over the neighbour hood. Your heart raced with excitement as you adjusted your costume—a makeshift witch ensemble complete with a crooked hat. You turned to Sebastian, who was beside you, dressed in a simple black cloak. He had always had a serious demeanor, but tonight, something about the atmosphere made him appear more intense, as if he sensed the looming darkness around you.

“Are you ready to go?” he asked, his voice steady yet laced with an undercurrent of anticipation.

“Absolutely! Let’s get some candy!” you replied, your voice bright against the backdrop of creaking branches and rustling leaves.

The night was cloaked in darkness as you and Sebastian set out for a night of trick-or-treating. The crisp autumn air was alive with the sounds of laughter, distant music, and the rustle of leaves as other kids darted from house to house. Dressed in your costumes, you felt the thrill of Halloween, but the atmosphere had an underlying chill that sent shivers down your spine.

As you strolled through the neighbourhood, you admired the elaborate decorations—glowing jack-o’-lanterns, cobwebs clinging to trees, and ghosts hanging from porches. But as you turned onto a quieter street, the mood shifted. The lights flickered ominously, and an unsettling silence settled around you.

“Does it feel… off to you?” you asked Sebastian, glancing sideways at him. He nodded, his expression serious.

“Yeah. It’s too quiet here.” Just as you were about to suggest turning back, you spotted a house at the end of the street, adorned with an eerie glow and a sign that read,

“Magic Candy: Trick or Treat at Your Own Risk.” Intrigued, you exchanged glances with Sebastian, and he shrugged, a hint of curiosity in his eyes.

“Let’s check it out. It might be fun.” you said, excitement mingling with unease.

Approaching the house, you knocked on the door. It creaked open, revealing a shadowy figure in a tattered cloak. With a raspy voice, he offered you a bowl filled with strange, glittering candies.

“Take one, if you dare…” he rasped, his gaze penetrating. You hesitated, glancing at Sebastian, who stepped forward, a protective instinct flickering in his eyes.

“Do you really think we should?” he asked, his voice laced with caution. But your curiosity got the better of you, and you reached into the bowl, pulling out a shimmering piece of candy that seemed to pulse with a life of its own.

As you popped the candy into your mouth, an electrifying sensation coursed through you. The world around you twisted, colors blending and morphing, and suddenly, you were surrounded by ethereal, shimmering figures—ghosts that danced in the air, laughing and swirling around you.

“Whoa!” you gasped, your eyes wide with wonder and fear. “What’s happening?”

Sebastian’s face was pale as he took a step back, his instincts kicking in. “Stay close to me! We need to get out of here!”

But before you could respond, the ghosts turned their attention to you, their laughter echoing eerily. They moved closer, their translucent hands reaching out, and you felt a cold grip on your arm.

“Help!” you cried, panic rising in your throat. Sebastian immediately stepped in front of you, eyes narrowing as he faced the spectral figures.

“Get away from them!” he shouted, a surprising fierceness in his voice. The ghosts paused, their laughter fading into a low murmur, as if they were assessing him. A moment of tense silence hung in the air, and you could see confusion flicker across Sebastian’s face.

Just then, a larger specter emerged from the shadows, its eyes hollow and mouth twisted into a menacing grin. It reached toward you, and instinct kicked in.

You grabbed Sebastian’s arm, pulling him backward as you dashed for the nearest tree, pressing your backs against the rough bark, heart racing.

“What… what just happened back there?” you whispered, trying to keep your voice steady.

“I don’t know,” he replied, his brow furrowing as he peered around the tree. “That candy was definitely enchanted. I’ve never seen anything like those ghosts—or whatever was that thing.”

You shivered at the memory of the creature’s hollow eyes. “Why were they after the candy? And who was that man? He sounded… off.” Sebastian nodded, his expression serious.

“There’s a lot we don’t understand. That candy could have been a trap—something meant to lure unsuspecting trick-or-treaters into danger. I wouldn’t be surprised if there’s more going on in this neighbourhood than meets the eye.”

“But why now?” you asked, struggling to piece it all together. “Why do this on Halloween? Isn’t it supposed to be a fun night?”

“It might have something to do with the thinning of the veil between our world and the spirit world,” Sebastian speculated, his voice low as the specter’s form hovered dangerously close. “On Halloween, the supernatural often becomes more active, and it’s possible that the candy was some kind of conduit for those spirits to reach out.”

You frowned, the implications heavy on your mind. “So, this could happen… again?”

“Maybe,” he said, his gaze still fixed on the specter. “We need to be careful, especially if we encounter anything strange. And we should warn others.”

A chill ran down your spine at the thought of what might lie ahead, but there was a strange comfort in knowing you weren’t alone in this. “I’m glad I have you here,” you said softly, casting a sideways glance at him. “I don’t think I could face this kind of thing on my own.”

Sebastian gave you a quick, serious glance, and for a moment, his usual stoicism cracked, revealing a flicker of warmth. “I won’t let anything happen to you. We’ll figure this out together.”

As the specter finally moved away, the tension in the air began to lift. You felt your heart rate start to normalize, but the shadows still danced at the edges of your vision. The laughter of other trick-or-treaters rang hollow against the backdrop of your encounter, a reminder that not everything was as innocent as it seemed.

“Do you think this was just a random occurrence or perhaps a dream or something?” you asked quietly, still peering out from behind the tree.

“I can’t shake the feeling that it’s part of something bigger and something real,” he replied, his voice barely above a whisper. “We need to keep our eyes open. Whatever is happening here might not be over yet.”

Together, you stepped out from behind the tree, the night still young and fraught with mysteries yet to unravel. With newfound resolve and the strength of your bond, you ventured back onto the path, ready to face whatever the Halloween night had in store.

Does anybody play DTI 😭? I NEED HELP IN CH2!! 😭

[rebeccathenaturalist]

I have been a resident of the Pacific Northwest for almost two decades, and yet yesterday was my very first time making it to the Enchanted Forest fairy tale-themed amusement park outside Salem, OR. It's such an Oregon thing, really--unlike your major corporate theme parks which are polished and enormous and structurally supported by reams of trademarks and licensing deals, Enchanted Forest was the brainchild of one guy who managed to wrangle family and friends into helping him build an entire twenty acre theme park one bag of cement at a time.

And it's just that charming, really. You can see the love that went into making each exhibit and ride. One family member designed sculpted the buildings; another specializes in animatronics; a third focuses on the music (it's the only theme park in the U.S. that doesn't use any third-party copyrighted music!)

But I fell in love with the little details, like the brightly painted mushrooms in the Alice in Wonderland section, and the punny grave markers in the western town, and the colorful waterfalls in the Seven Dwarves' mine, and the massive, moss-covered cement "boulders" lining the pathways, and the two dozen singing blackbird animatronics popping out of a huge fake pie. It's silly and fun, and yet at the same time there's so much care that went into it. A small museum shows pictures of the Tofte family and friends working on it in the 1960s and 70s, and then you can go out and see the actual structures they were building still around today.

And, it being me, I spent some time examining the flora I found (baldhip roses! western sword ferns! inside-out flowers!), and delighting over a common house spider that had made a web inside a giant moving kaleidoscope (and which I had a heck of a time trying to get a picture of.) It's a really lovely place, and the landscape has recovered nicely from all the construction over the years.

We're definitely going to be going back; apart from the entertainment value, we also just appreciated the artistry and craftsmanship that went into this family-owned treasure.

[playstationvii]

#GTA:MagicKingdomDisney

Game Development Overview:

Title: GTA: The Magic Kingdom Platform: PlayStation 7 Developer: Rockstar Games in collaboration with DearDearestBrands Genre: Open-world Action/Adventure

Storyline:

In GTA: The Magic Kingdom, players explore a dark, reimagined version of Disney's iconic Magic Kingdom. The world is divided into themed lands, each with its own rules and factions. At its core, the story follows a criminal protagonist who is embroiled in a high-stakes battle for power and survival within the kingdom's chaotic, secretive underworld.

The protagonist (you) is a mysterious figure drawn into the Magic Kingdom's politics, where a sinister force is using the enchantment of Disney’s original lands for darker purposes. The hunt for Bambi, who is rumored to possess extraordinary powers tied to the kingdom’s survival, becomes a central pursuit, while the player navigates treacherous alliances, heists, and confrontations.

Main Character:

Name: Maximus Dark (or choose your own name) Backstory: A former magic thief, Maximus was exiled from the underworld for crossing a powerful figure. Now, forced to work in the Magic Kingdom's black market, he must hunt down Bambi and unlock secrets from deep within the kingdom's enchanted areas. Maximus has a personal vendetta against the kingdom’s rulers, who wronged him in his past. Throughout the game, the player will uncover the protagonist’s lost memories and long-forgotten connection to the forest kingdom that Bambi hails from.

Motivation: Maximus's primary goal is to reclaim his lost power, discover the truth behind Bambi’s existence, and stop a powerful corporation that seeks to rewrite the very essence of the Magic Kingdom. As the story unfolds, Maximus will face moral dilemmas, where every choice shapes the fate of the kingdom and his own soul.

Supporting Characters:

Bambi - The elusive and powerful figure whose very presence is tied to the survival of the kingdom. Bambi is the key to restoring balance but is hunted by those who wish to harness their power for dark purposes. They are often seen as a mystical being, guiding the protagonist toward their true destiny.

Claire Jorif Valentine – An enigmatic leader of a rebel faction, Claire operates in the shadows, challenging the corrupt rulers of the kingdom. She provides Maximus with missions, allies, and sometimes betrays him to further her hidden agenda. A powerful figure in the underworld, she seems to know more about Bambi than she lets on.

The Enchanted Guardians – These figures protect each themed land within the Magic Kingdom. They could either be allies or enemies depending on how the player approaches them. The Guardians are immortal beings who represent the natural forces of the kingdom—ranging from corrupted versions of iconic Disney characters like Captain Hook, Maleficent, or the Queen of Hearts.

Tiger Lily – A key ally who once helped Bambi and holds secrets to unlocking the magical energies in the kingdom. She is on a quest to stop the dark forces from taking over the kingdom. As a supporting character, she aids in quests related to nature and magic and can unlock special abilities for the player.

Walt - A mysterious figure who seems to control the Magic Kingdom’s darkest secrets. He appears to have been a creator of both the magic and the corruption that now threatens the lands. Maximus will need to confront him as the story builds toward the final confrontation.

Gameplay:

Open-World Exploration: The game world is split into different magical lands, such as Adventureland, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, and others. Each land offers unique challenges, missions, and enemies. Players can freely explore these areas and engage in side missions while unraveling the main story.

Combat: Players can engage in both ranged and hand-to-hand combat, using magical powers, enchanted weapons, and advanced technology. The combat system is dynamic, blending traditional open-world combat with the ability to wield magic and technology.

Heist Missions: As Maximus tries to gain control of the Magic Kingdom, he must undertake heists to infiltrate high-security areas and steal vital items—such as keys to unlock magical areas or magical artifacts that help in the hunt for Bambi.

Choices & Morality: The game emphasizes player choices, with the narrative changing based on decisions. Will Maximus become a hero, villain, or something in-between? The relationship with Bambi and other characters is crucial, as decisions affect both alliances and the kingdom’s fate.

Stealth and Deception: Players can also use stealth to infiltrate the kingdom’s high-security areas or employ deception to manipulate enemies. Using disguises, magic, and technology, Maximus can change the course of battles or avoid them altogether.

Motivation of Player:

The player is constantly driven by the need for power, knowledge, and redemption. They must build their empire, uncover the dark secrets of the kingdom, and forge relationships with various characters—each with their own agendas. However, the hunt for Bambi represents more than just a physical chase; it's a quest for deeper understanding, as Bambi’s powers could either save or doom the Magic Kingdom.

Key Objectives:

Locate Bambi: The primary objective is to find Bambi before the forces of darkness do. Along the way, players uncover the mysteries of the forest kingdom and its connection to the greater magical world.

Restore the Kingdom: Players must gather allies, defeat corrupt leaders, and unlock ancient powers to restore balance to the kingdom. Each land requires the completion of key quests, often involving battles, negotiations, and solving puzzles.

Uncover Maximus’s Past: As Maximus’s memories return, the player will unlock hidden abilities and unique storylines. The past is filled with betrayal and secrets that will help guide the future of the kingdom.

End the Corruption: Maximus must dismantle the oppressive corporation that seeks to control the kingdom's magical energy. This requires sabotaging their operations, stealing key documents, and confronting their leaders in epic battles.

The Final Confrontation: In the game's climax, the player must decide whether to join Bambi in their fight for freedom or betray them to seize ultimate power. The fate of the Magic Kingdom—and possibly the world—rests in the player’s hands.

This game blends classic open-world gameplay with dark fantasy elements and a rich narrative, providing players with the chance to explore a re-imagined Disney universe full of intrigue, magic, and moral complexity. The pursuit of Bambi adds layers of mystery and suspense, making this a truly unique entry in the GTA franchise.

To project the potential success of GTA: The Magic Kingdom in 2025, we need to consider various factors including market trends, audience engagement, and the unique elements of the game. Here's a breakdown:

Market Growth for Open-World and Action-Adventure Games:

Current Trends: The gaming industry, especially for open-world games and action-adventure genres, has shown steady growth. Titles like Grand Theft Auto V, The Witcher 3, and Cyberpunk 2077 continue to drive demand for expansive worlds with immersive stories.

Projections: The global gaming market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 9.5% from 2024 to 2028. As GTA: The Magic Kingdom combines elements of beloved franchises (GTA and Disney), it could tap into both established fanbases, providing a unique mix of nostalgia and innovation.

Audience Engagement and Sentiment:

Nostalgia Factor: The reimagining of Disney’s Magic Kingdom with dark and mature themes will likely engage both nostalgic fans of Disney and mature audiences looking for an alternative take on Disney. This could boost both initial sales and long-term engagement.

Fanbase Growth: By 2025, your fanbase could grow significantly as the game's story unfolds. Assuming solid marketing campaigns and collaborations with influencers or streamers, you might see a steady increase in followers and engagement leading up to and after the game’s release.

Projections: Positive sentiment is expected if the game's unique blending of fantasy, technology, and dystopian elements resonates with audiences. Projections for engagement could range from a 15-20% increase in social media mentions in the first year after release.

Technological Advances and Game Development:

PlayStation 7 and Future Hardware: Given the expected launch of PlayStation 7 around 2025, GTA: The Magic Kingdom could be designed to take full advantage of next-gen console power. This will allow for an even more immersive experience with advanced graphics, smoother gameplay, and expansive worlds.

Projections: With the integration of next-gen technologies (such as AI-driven NPCs and advanced virtual reality options), GTA: The Magic Kingdom could have a 30-40% higher player retention rate due to these enhanced features.

Sales Projections:

Market Demand: Based on trends for similar games (open-world, fantasy, and action-adventure), initial sales could range between 5-10 million copies within the first year.

Projections for 2025: The game could potentially reach 15-20 million copies sold by 2025, depending on post-launch expansions, updates, and downloadable content (DLC). A strong, loyal fanbase built from the early adoption of the game could help push this figure higher.

Expansion and Future Growth:

DLCs & Expansions: By 2025, the game could see its first major expansion, adding new zones, characters, and stories to keep players engaged.

Projections: Expansions or sequels could drive continued engagement. This could result in an additional 10-20% increase in sales in the second year post-launch, especially if the game incorporates user feedback and evolves based on community input.

Marketing and Brand Partnerships:

Brand Alignment: With ties to Disney, GTA: The Magic Kingdom could attract partnerships, cross-promotions, and collaborations with major brands.

Projections: These collaborations could increase visibility, leading to higher-than-expected sales and engagement. With a proper marketing push and potentially viral content, the game's overall reach could expand significantly, especially if there are partnerships with influencers or Disney-themed events.

Summary of Projections for 2025:

Sales: 15-20 million copies sold globally

Player Engagement: 30-40% higher retention with the introduction of new technology

Audience Growth: Significant increase in fanbase with positive sentiment and engagement, likely 20-25% growth year-over-year

Brand Partnerships and DLCs: Increased revenue from post-launch content and collaborations

Overall, with the unique blend of popular genres and the anticipated growth of gaming markets, GTA: The Magic Kingdom could be positioned for strong performance by 2025, with significant growth in both sales and player engagement.

[alastyr-not-alastair]

Lonely prince

[sailorgrams]

So what's Aiden's story in Skyrim?? I've seen him reblogged on Dynamite's page and I'm curious!

Oh my goodness let's see what all I can remember hahaha!

Aiden Brighthollow is one of the younger sons in a family of minor nobility in Highrock... (I don't know a lot about breton specific lore so I don't have any of that mapped out-)

His family tends to gain strong control of magika, so he has had many MANY tutors attempt to teach him spellcasting over the years. Unfortunately, the only magical art he has any talent with is Enchanting, so he hasn't lived up to his family's high standards.

In an attempt to broaden his learning experience (and to get away from the pressure to be a good mage) Aiden came to Skyrim to apply at the College of Winterhold! He may not be able to cast spells, but he is unmatched when it comes to staff crafting, so he carries a bunch of them for selling and using! This does mean he is lousy at combat, however, so he has been gathering allies and hirelings to protect him as he travels.

Hmmm what else... he's particularly short, even for a breton! I even used the console to shrink his model a bit

I have plans for him to accidentally contract sanguinare vampiris during a scrap with some vamps in a cave! He is so afraid of how the others will react, that he doesn't mention feeling ill until it's too late and he turns. (He had hoped to simply find a Shrine and get some healing before they noticed)

He'd HATE being a vampire, due to his timid and passive disposition, and would be so sure his companions would kill him or abandon him rather than get him a cure

Mr Anxiety Indeed

[mikunology]

I get the sense you've probably already been asked this, maybe even by me, but do you like the Kagerou Project?

Also, who's your favorite producer?

Do you like or even own any Vocaloid albums?

weirdly enough, I don't think I've actually been asked that?? XD and the answer is yeah, I like KagePro :> I love a lot of the songs (my favorites are Yobanashi Deceive, Kisaragi Attention, Lost Time Memory, and I can't listen to Ayano's Theory of Happiness without getting a lump in my throat) and I did enjoy keeping up with the story back in its heyday. I also think I might be one of the few people on the planet that actually liked Mekakucity Actors XD

my favorite producer is MikitoP! :D two very very close runner-ups though are kz/livetune and cosMo ^^ cosMo in particular had a very very big influence on my work (both voca and original)

and I own quite a few Vocaloid albums! lessee...I own Vocalogemini, Fukase's Greatest Hits, UTAUSEKAI, Exit Tunes' Gothic and Horror, millstones' Study in Blue, cosMo's The Disappearance of Hatsune Miku, and Amaga Elu's 10th anniversary CD EMERALD, all as physical disks :> and then I have ATOLS/MIKU 3, Jevanni-P's All of Rin, kagamination2 + Rinkyou, On Prism Records' Dazzling Star 2, Mikito's DAISAN WAVE, Rin Ginsuke/Ocelot's MINUS, MANiC and Melancholia, and the MIKUHOP L.P. as digital albums ^^ something I'd really love to do once I have more cash to spend is try to collect more albums, especially all of EXIT TUNES' series and some other compilations :>

[libraryofva]

Recent Acquisition - Postcard Collection

Sleeping Beauty. The Enchanted Forest, Route 40, 14 Miles West of Baltimore, Maryland.

[meekosthemeparkphotos]

Belle

[theheightofdishonor]

I love reading your kagehina posts!! Sometimes I see stuff like they aren't even friends 😭 and probably drifted apart and partner in sports is different from actual friendship lmao

Thank you!

dfghhjkl yeah i've seen those claims and I firmly believe that anyone who's saying any of that needs to take reading comprehension 101. I've talked about this claim a little bit here but to reiterate, kageyama and hinata's bond- their unique connection, the meaningfulness of it, the way that they support and teach and learn from each other- is one of the core aspects of the series. Like, there were so many instances of people commenting about how special their relationship was that I made a list. This post here I think are also relevant to addressing this. (if you couldn't tell, i talk about this a lot lol. But I don't mind talking about it some more)

Point is, they mean a lot to each other. And yes, haikyuu does make a point of showing how volleyball isn't always a 1 v 1 comparison to irl and how volleyball doesn't have to mean everything to be meaningful but at the same time, that's inapplicable to hinata and kageyama because the other side of that coin is that sometimes, volleyball is everything. It could not possibly be more in your face that Kageyama and Hinata formed an instantaneous connection and became a duo to be feared like overnight because they recognized that the other person is exactly like them- someone who will give everything for volleyball, who will never give up, a person who complements them. and understands them. Kageyama's little backstory moment that changed everything (and fucked me up permanently) is that he's been waiting for (someone like) Hinata his entire life. So what if they're not be hanging out 24/7 outside of volleyball? (which they do hang out outside of matches btw later on in life, kageyama asked hinata to play beach vb with kunimi and kindaichi) They already have a mutual understanding about the importance of volleyball in their lives. Also like, even in the last chapter/panel of haikyuu literally just reiterates that for the two of them, volleyball and each other and intrinsically intertwined elements and that they intend on revolving around each other as partner/rivals for the rest of their lives.

If we're looking only at the anime, that list i linked above is entirely taken from season. Like, the the sheer weight of kageyama "i can spike, toss, etc by myself" tobio saying the words "as long as you're with me, you're invincible" like 1-2 episodes later?? This bullshit where kageyama extracts a promise from hinata to follow him to the top of the world still happens in the anime too. That bit in the first Seijoh match where Kageyama says that Oikawa's going to set to Iwaizumi, not because it's the most logical move but because he trusts him so innately that it's the most natural move to make and then going on to make the exact same set to Hinata in the same match?? The extra animated linger on Kageyama and Hinata's fingers touching as they stop the Miya's quick? Oikawa and Atsumu both saying that Kageyama's "wrapped around Hinata's finger"?

Like come on now, does this look like two people who are going to drift apart? Be for real. They're too obsessed with each other to do that.