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soulsbetrayed · 6 months ago
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barmadumet · 11 months ago
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The amazing work of @sapphicsparkles ♥️💛
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menstits · 5 months ago
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I'm genuinely happy that i got into dolls... Like... It's been a fulfilling hobby in ways i didn't expect, it's not just a random trinket hoarding habit to me but i genuinely bond with and love each of the dolls I have as much as you'd love a pet... It's just been making me genuinely happy in a way i couldn't predict i love looking at them and picking them up and holding them in my hands and such they're really like part of my family to me :(
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collectorsneker · 9 months ago
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Now that leaks are out I’m so excited to see another 3 months of people endlessly shitting on the sets and designs and then turning around and going “oh their great and everyone who said they were lame were wrong 🥰” (sarcasm)
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shithowdy · 9 months ago
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this is your periodic reminder that for all the artifacts and errors and "tells" one could possibly list, the only reliable way to actually determine if an image is ai generated is to investigate the source. it is becoming increasingly common for "fake classical paintings" to circulate around curative aesthetic blogs, and everyone should be using this as an opportunity to not only exercise their investigative skills but also appreciate art more in general. you're all checking out the artists you reblog, right? 🫣
so what are some signs to look for? let's use this very good example.
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what a lovely late-impressionist piece blended with evocative leyendecker-esque themes! why haven't you ever heard of this artist before? surely tumblr would be all over an artist like this. who is justin brown?
your two options from here are to do a search for the name, or a reverse image search. i prefer reverse image searching, particularly when it comes to a common name like "justin brown". so what does that net?
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Immediately, without looking at any text, something is wrong: it barely exists. an actual historical piece would turn up numerous results from websites individually discussing the piece, but no such discussions are taking place. Looking at the text, though, does show the source-- and at least in this case, the creator was honest about their medium.
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But let's also look at the "exact matches", in case a source doesn't make itself apparent in the initial sidebar results like this.
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This section will often tell you post dates of images, and here it can be seen that the very first iteration of the image was posted 15 days ago. It did not exist online prior to that.
Seeing how long an unsourced image has been floating around is a skill applicable to more than just generative images! See a cool image of an artifact or other intriguing item with a vivid caption? Reverse search it! If all the results are paired with that caption and only go back a few months, you might just have viral facebook spam.
Sometimes generative creators are dishonest about their medium and do not tag it like in the example, so that's when establishing "jpeg provenance" becomes important. While it can be a little trickier to determine if someone is using generative images and not admitting to it if they aren't trying to pass it off as a classic, something to consider is the age of their account and the frequency with which they post. Here are some account red flags:
-Did they only start posting art after 2022, or if they did before, did their style/skill level WILDLY change? Not gradual improvement-- I'm talking amateur graphite portraits straight into complex digital renders. Everyone starts somewhere, newness is not a red flag alone; it's newness combined with existing in a vacuum away from any community.
-Do they post fully-finished paintings several times a week? -Do many of these paintings seem iterative of a similar theme or subject matter ("three well-dressed young men face each other under shade and dappled sunlight")?
-Does their style change in inconsistent ways? An artist that can swap between painting like Drew Struzan and Hokusai should be pretty well known, right? Why is no one hyping this guy?!
-Do they have social media besides the source instagram? If so, what are they posting about? Are there any WIPs? Doodles? Interactions with other artists? Gallery dates? 3am self-doubt posts? Or is it all self-promo? Crypto? Seemingly nothing art-related at all for someone pushing out 3 weekly paintings?
Basically, if it's important to you to omit this stuff when you curate, please don't just smash reblog if the source doesn't seem to be the OP themselves. Seeking out sources was important even before this became an issue, now it is more than ever.
peace n love
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dollsahoy · 4 months ago
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I cannot stress enough that all those things in sewing pattern instructions that seem pointless are actually very important
Yes, how you fold your fabric before putting down the pattern pieces and cutting matters, because it influences how the fabric drapes, and ignoring that can cause fit issues in ways you wouldn't expect
Yes, cutting an entire separate piece to sew to the edge to finish it is going to be better than turning the edge and stitching it on its own, because there are geometry issues in play that make it actually harder to just fold a curve to the inside.
Yes, cutting clips or notches into the seam allowance around curves should always be done, because those geometry issues will work on the seam allowances and keep the curve from laying flat (remember, clip when the curve goes in, notch when the curve goes out)
Yes, interfacing may seem completely superfluous and frustrating and an extra step to work with, but it adds rigidity and stability to areas that need it (especially under buttons)
Yes, using a fun quilting cotton print for lining looks nice, but the point of lining isn't to make the inside pretty as much as it is to make the inside slip smoothly over the layer under it, and quilting cotton is going to instead be prone to grabbing everything under it, so you really should use those annoyingly slippery lining fabrics
Yes, in general, you should use the kind of fabric the pattern tells you to use, because there have been centuries, if not millennia, of people throughout the entire world figuring out what fabric best suits what kind of garment, for reasons beyond aesthetics
I know that a lot of people new to sewing see these things and feel like they're things that just aren't necessary, because they skip them when they sew and the item ends up just fine. And if you don't mind the idea of your clothes looking homemade, then it is fine. But...if you're consistently skipping these things and end up unhappy with how homemade your items look, please consider that that result is at least partly because you're not following the entire directions
"Sewing" involves so much more than just the stitches
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nexus-of-light · 11 months ago
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tags yippee!!!!
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kirikasims · 6 months ago
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hiii 🌸 by my patrons vote, the new theme is shoujo girl aesthetic!
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lilylove612 · 2 years ago
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Gift ideas :)
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loveemagicpeace · 5 months ago
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🫧4th house & Home🫧
Aries in the 4th House – The Independent Home 🔥🏠
Having Aries in the 4th house means that home life may have been energetic, competitive, or even chaotic growing up. You might have had strong-willed parents or felt the need to be independent early on.
* You may have experienced a lot of movement or instability in childhood, feeling like you had to fight for your place in the family.
* Your home environment needs freedom, excitement, and personal space.
* You thrive in dynamic, modern, or minimalistic spaces—a home that gives you the feeling of movement and self-expression.
* As you mature, you may develop a desire to create your own rules and be the leader in your household.
* Best Location: A modern city, loft apartment, or a lively neighborhood with an active energy. You need a home that allows movement and independence.
* Home Style: A minimalist, high-energy space with bold colors, sleek furniture, and an open layout for spontaneity.
Taurus in the 4th House – The Comfortable & Stable Home 🌿🏡
With Taurus in the 4th house, you seek stability, comfort, and security in your home life. Your childhood may have revolved around tradition, material security, or strong family values.
* You thrive in a cozy, aesthetically pleasing, and luxurious home.
* You might be attached to your childhood home or feel nostalgic about places that gave you emotional and physical comfort.
* Financial security and a sense of ownership over your space are important to you—you may dream of owning property.
* You enjoy a slow-paced, harmonious home life, filled with good food, soft blankets, and peaceful surroundings.
* Best Location: A countryside house, a nature-surrounded villa, or a stable suburban home with a garden.
* Home Style: Warm, earthy, and luxurious, filled with natural materials like wood, stone, and soft textiles.
Gemini in the 4th House – The Communicative Home 📚🏡
With Gemini in your 4th house, your home was likely intellectually stimulating and filled with conversation, books, and movement. You may have grown up in an environment where ideas, learning, and curiosity were encouraged.
* Your home may have had constant change, multiple locations, or a sense of restlessness.
* You might enjoy living in a city, close to cafes, libraries, and places of social interaction.
* You feel most emotionally secure when you have freedom to explore ideas, talk, and express yourself.
* Your home might have multiple rooms for different activities, or you may love changing decor often.
* Best Location: A vibrant city, a lively neighborhood, or a home with lots of windows and natural light.
* Home Style: Bright, modern, and filled with books, gadgets, and conversation spaces. You need a flexible, airy layout that supports socializing.
Cancer in the 4th House – The Emotional & Nurturing Home 🌊🏠
Having Cancer in the 4th house means that home and family are deeply significant to your emotional well-being.
* You may have had a very close or protective family, especially with a strong maternal influence.
* Your home is your sanctuary—a place where you can retreat, feel safe, and express emotions freely.
* You are nostalgic and might keep family heirlooms, childhood items, or meaningful objects close.
* You need a home that feels warm, cozy, and emotionally nourishing, possibly near water.
* Best Location: A cozy home by the sea, a family-oriented neighborhood, or a sentimental childhood home.
* Home Style: Soft, intimate, and filled with nostalgic items, warm colors, and cozy blankets.
Leo in the 4th House – The Expressive & Grand Home ☀️🏰
With Leo in your 4th house, your home and family life were likely dramatic, lively, or full of big personalities.
* Your childhood may have involved a strong parental figure or a sense of needing to be recognized within the family.
* You crave a home that reflects your creativity, warmth, and unique personality.
* You might enjoy bold, luxurious decor, large windows, or a space that allows you to entertain guests.
* Family pride and legacy are important to you, and you might carry strong ancestral connections.
* Best Location: A stylish penthouse, a home with a view, or a vibrant, artistic city.
* Home Style: Dramatic, luxurious, and creative, with bold furniture, statement decor, and lots of gold, velvet, and warm lighting.
Virgo in the 4th House – The Organized & Peaceful Home 🌿📖
Having Virgo in your 4th house means you feel most at home in a clean, organized, and practical environment.
* Your childhood may have involved high expectations, structure, or a focus on responsibilities.
* You thrive in a home that is simple, minimalistic, and efficient.
* You may enjoy health-conscious living, meal prepping, and keeping things tidy.
* Emotional security comes from having a clear purpose and feeling useful within your home life.
* Best Location: A quiet countryside, a minimalist apartment, or a home in a clean and functional neighborhood.
* Home Style: Simple, earthy, and highly organized, with a balance of practicality and natural elements.
Libra in the 4th House – The Harmonious & Aesthetic Home 🎨🏡
With Libra in your 4th house, your home is a place of balance, beauty, and peaceful energy.
* Your childhood may have been shaped by a need for harmony, possibly growing up in a home where appearances and relationships were emphasized.
* You feel most secure in a home that is elegant, symmetrical, and aesthetically pleasing—you may love art, candles, soft colors, and luxurious decor.
* Your home life is often connected to relationships, and you may prefer to live with a partner rather than alone.
* You value peace and fairness in your family dynamics and may avoid conflict to maintain emotional balance.
* Best Location: A chic urban apartment, a stylish townhouse, or a place near a park or cultural hub.
* Home Style: Beautiful, balanced, and luxurious, with symmetrical designs, pastel colors, and a refined aesthetic.
Scorpio in the 4th House – The Intense & Transformational Home 🦂🏠
With Scorpio in your 4th house, home and family life were deep, transformative, and possibly intense.
* Your childhood may have involved secrets, power struggles, or deep emotional undercurrents that shaped your view of security.
* You crave privacy and emotional depth—your home is your safe space for healing and rebirth.
* Your living space may have dark, moody, or mysterious aesthetics, with a love for candles, spiritual objects, or deep-colored decor.
* You may have an intense attachment to your home and only allow deeply trusted people into your private space.
* Best Location: A secluded home, an old historic house, or an apartment with dark, moody aesthetics.
* Home Style: Mysterious, intimate, and deeply personal, with dim lighting, candles, deep colors, and hidden spaces.
Sagittarius in the 4th House – The Free-Spirited & Expansive Home 🌍🏕️
With Sagittarius in your 4th house, your home life was likely full of movement, learning, and a sense of adventure.
* You may have had an unconventional upbringing or parents who valued travel, knowledge, or philosophy.
* You thrive in a home that gives you freedom and space, possibly in an open, airy environment or one that allows for travel.
* Your home may have international influences, a library of books, or souvenirs from different places.
* You feel most secure when your environment doesn’t restrict your growth—you might even live in multiple places throughout life.
* Best Location: A traveler’s home, a countryside cabin, or a spacious loft with international decor.
* Home Style: Expansive, open, and free-spirited, with souvenirs, books, and a mix of cultural influences.
Capricorn in the 4th House – The Traditional & Structured Home 🏛️🏠
With Capricorn in your 4th house, you may have grown up in a strict, disciplined, or responsibility-heavy environment.
* Your childhood may have involved high expectations, structure, or a parent who played an authoritative role.
* You crave a home that feels stable, structured, and built on a strong foundation—you may work hard to achieve homeownership or long-term security.
* Your emotional world may be reserved, and you find comfort in routine, responsibility, and long-term planning.
* You might prefer classic, timeless decor—a home that reflects status, tradition, and durability.
* Best Location: A historic home, a sturdy house in the mountains, or a quiet, prestigious neighborhood.
* Home Style: Traditional, well-built, and long-lasting, with classic furniture and neutral colors.
Aquarius in the 4th House – The Unconventional & Free-Spirited Home ⚡🏡
With Aquarius in the 4th house, your home life was likely unconventional, unique, or progressive.
* You may have had a non-traditional family structure or grown up in an environment that valued independence and individuality.
* You feel most comfortable in a home that is modern, open-minded, and filled with technology or futuristic elements.
* You may enjoy living in a community, shared space, or a place that allows freedom and new experiences.
* Emotional security comes from being able to think outside the box and not feel tied down by expectations.
* Best Location: A modern apartment, an eco-friendly house, or a tech-savvy home in an artistic community.
* Home Style: Unique, airy, and futuristic, with tech gadgets, minimalist designs, and unconventional layouts.
Pisces in the 4th House – The Dreamy & Mystical Home 🌊🌙🏠
With Pisces in your 4th house, home is a sanctuary of peace, dreams, and spiritual energy.
* Your childhood may have been imaginative, emotionally sensitive, or even confusing, with a strong emotional or spiritual influence.
* You feel most secure in a home that feels ethereal, artistic, and emotionally soothing—you may love soft lighting, flowing fabrics, or oceanic elements.
* You may have blurred boundaries with family members and need time alone to recharge emotionally.
* Your home may be a place for spiritual practices, art, music, or deep introspection.
* Best Location: A seaside home, a hidden sanctuary, or a peaceful, dreamy retreat.
* Home Style: Soft, ethereal, and mystical, with flowing curtains, water elements, and relaxing aesthetics.
-Rebekah🫧✨🐚
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soulsbetrayed · 7 months ago
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moonwoodhollow · 5 months ago
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Honigtwiete - An Eclectic Townhouse by moonwoodhollow (cc)
My first build download for 2025, and I hope you'll like it! As it's still cold and gloomy - at least where I live - I wanted to create a townhouse that feels warm and welcoming, even a little nostalgic, but mostly cosy. Let your new university students live here until they find their own place or renovate and make this your family home, or have someone live in the (probably) mouldy basement apartment... there are lots of possibilities!
More screenshots, info + download link under the cut!
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Building Background
I don't want to bore you too much with any architectural details, but I first took a look around Britechester's debug builds and got inspired by architecture around the Netherlands and Nothern Germany. While the building on the left is quite similar to what you'd see in the old towns of Amsterdam or Bremen for example, the building on the right is not as common, as it's missing a traditional roof, which you'll find usually have with older buildings. For that house, I took a few liberties, so to say and modelled it more closely to houses in Greenwich Village, New York. Architecturally speaking, this doesn't make a whole lot of sense, but it's all about the aesthetics in the end and it's the Sims... so you know, everything's possible!
By the way; Honig is the German word for Honey and a Twiete is an older Nothern German word for street. So the lot would be called Honey St. in English!
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So what do you get?
Honigtwiete is a 20x15 lot best placed in Britechester (Honeydew Fields lot) or somewhere else if you feel like it. The lot is set as a residential lot and consists of 2 houses. The house on the left is completely unfurnished and has a basement apartment with separate access from the street. The house on the right is completely furnished. I had the idea to create a townhouse that is partly rented out to students while the owner still lives there, but you're welcome to create your own story or just go with it. Either way, I furnished the townhouse with that idea in mind: the ground floor consists of a living room with a dining area and a kitchen. The 2nd floor belongs to the owner and consists of another living room, a bedroom and an ensuite. The 3rd floor is rented out and has 2 bedrooms with separate bathrooms.
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Uses items from the following packs: looks best with almost all packs. But a tip: take a look at the build in the gallery and click on the packs to see the items I used from that pack, it might also look good with fewer packs.
Download: Google Drive (490mb) | or up on the gallery: aeromantica
Is the CC included? Yes.
I want to thank these cc-creators especially since their pieces were integral in making this build come alive: @surely-sims, @baufive, @sforzcc, @awingedllama, @leaf-motif.
@kiwisim4, @bluehopperx, @ccbybudgie, @alexpilgrimblog. Thank you so much for your wonderful cc!
-> Btw. I’m still using DX9, so you might have to do a batch fix if you’re already using DX11.
TOU: Please don’t claim as your own or put behind paywalls etc. If you find any issues please let me know + tag me if you’ll use the building, I’d love to see it in your games.
If you like what I do and want to show your appreciation, I have a ko-fi!
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serpentface · 4 months ago
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CAELIN/DELKHIN FOODS: AN EXTREMELY BROAD OVERVIEW
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Horselord nomad horking down a blood + seed + cheese sausage while his 4 month old humbly requests a sample. The hard cheeses eaten by some delkhin societies have next to no lactose and can be digested by adults with little issue, but it's too risky for babies. The sausage is too big anyway. It's cooked blood and grasshopper mash for you, son.
Caelin and delkhin are obligate carnivores and can digest very little plant matter (and far less without the use of cooking). The majority of their diets derive from animal protein, and may be supplemented by certain fruits and cooked grains and seeds.
They also have FAR fewer taste receptors than a human and are altogether incapable of tasting sugars. Taste plays a very minimal role in eating to begin with, its function is ultimately a simple matter of determining whether something is safe to be (immediately) swallowed. They have no chewing mechanism whatsoever and swallow food whole.
Because of this, enjoyment of food does not derive from the flavor, which can/will barely be tasted anyway. The more complex and pleasurable aspects of eating stem from visual and tactile interaction with the food before and during swallowing.
The aesthetic qualities of food are very important and sensibilities vary culturally, but an underlying common element is that most 'good looking' food also looks like it can be swallowed whole and will have a pleasing or interesting texture in the process. (IE for the vast majority of sensibilities, a sticky rice ball will look more pleasing than a bowl of rice). To many human sensibilities, some of the most carefully prepared foods might look like an unfortunate chunky meat mash, perhaps strangely sprinkled with petals or insect wings, while an observer from the food's source culture may note the pleasantly contrasting textures and colors, the striking robustness of the meat against the delicacy of its visual seasoning.
Most ‘seasoning’ is for purely visual purposes and plays no role in taste. Prepared meals may be sprinkled non-toxic flower petals or seeds, layered with insect parts (raw or cooked), or dusted with salt for both visual appeal and as a supplement of needed minerals. Pigmented seasonings are very popular and may be slathered across prepared food items for visual flare. Arthropod-derived pigments that may be considered exclusively dyes in other contexts are often used as food coloring by caelin.
Whole meats may be cut to appeal to aesthetic sensibilities, highlighting texture and fat content. ‘Throat-feel’ tends to be important for the shape of cuts, though opinions on what the best throat-feel is varies by culture (the most common denominator seems to be ‘provides a feeling of fullness without any difficulty in swallowing’).
Shaping food items in unique ways also adds both aesthetic and variable throat-feel qualities. Eating meat and cooked grain in meatball or sausage form is very common, ranging from very thick links to almost noodle-like sausages using the intestines of small mammals as casing,
Eating live vertebrates (usually stunned or dying) is more common than in human cultures (both for obvious physiological reasons and because the ancestors of all caelin/delkhin would have done so on the regular as a natural facet of hunting small prey). In some cases this is ultimately a matter of appealing throat-feel, in others it plays a more specified part in specific rites or medicinal practices. Opinions on the acceptability of this practice/what animals are acceptable vary tremendously. Eating live fish tends to be uncontroversial outside of groups with spiritual/ethical objections to consuming anything alive whatsoever, opinions on small reptiles and mammals are more variable.
Caelin have extremely acidic stomachs (a trait somewhat reduced in delkhin) and have significant resistance (though not immunity) to bacteria and parasites in their diet. Eating meat raw is overall Less risky for them than it is for humans, and some cultures will intentionally allow meat to rot to various degrees as a form of delicacy (though some sensibilities consider eating rotten meat to be an act of desperation, or low class). In general, most cultures regularly eat meat in both raw and cooked forms, and the average person will eat most of their meat dried for longterm preservation but will tolerate a mild degree of rot.
Foods are often dipped in oils (usually rendered animal fats) for an appealing sheen and needed extra calories. Blood or wine may serve similar purposes. Where strong liquors are consumed as a regular part of life, they're usually integrated into the diet as a psychoactive dip for meats.
The staple elements of the diet depend on subsistence methods, but insects often play a very large role. Caviar ants are a common staple in warm/wet areas for large societies, as they are the easiest and most productive source of protein to sustain an obligate carnivorous populace. In drier areas, one needs vast amounts of livestock to sustain a large society- most of the biggest caelin and delkhin civilizations are clustered in highly productive grassland for this reason.
Big, livestock-dependent and heavily class-stratified societies are the only contexts in which a large portion of the population is dependent on vegetable matter. Members of lower classes may have a baseline diet consisting of cooked grain (grown predominantly for livestock feed) mixed with blood, supplemented by foraged insects and eggs. This is Survivable, but not healthy and can result in severe malnutrition without being supplemented on a regular basis.
Where large vertebrates are consumed, eating the entirety of the animal is especially vital. All organ meat and flesh will be eaten, tendon and bone not needed for material will be cooked down and pulverized for consumption, etc. Some cultures actively eat small amounts of fur or feathers, seeing it as a means of cleansing the digestive system. Aversions to certain forms of offal are very rare and only tend to develop in class stratified cultures, in which regular consumption of the most favored meats is reserved/only regularly accessible for upper classes (though in these cases, the aversion tends to be towards the more preservable, less nutritious lean muscle meats than nutritious, perishable organs and fatty cuts).
Some caelin societies live as scavenger-nomads, where small family units follow large herds of wild (or semi-domesticated) game, forage the insects they kick up, and eat their dead (either passively waiting for deaths, chasing away predators from kills of their herd, or actively picking off elderly or injured animals). The basis of this subsistence method is ancestral to both caelin and delkhin (prior to the latter becoming flightless in island isolation), and the first anatomically modern caelin and khait essentially domesticated each other via this continuing relationship. This is ultimately the most energy-efficient mode of subsistence for caelin as a species, with the only (debatable) downside being that it does not support large, concentrated populations.
Caelin and delkhin nomadic pastoralists slaughter livestock at a higher rate than most human pastoralists do, as they have fewer options for supplementing their diet outside of their livestock. Total reliance on fast-breeding livestock like horses is more common than dependence on slow-breeding cattle, camala, or khait. The lifestyle still necessitates reliance on living animals as renewable resources and sources of wealth, so most animal protein will still be acquired without slaughter.
Blood can be especially important to nomadic pastoralists as a primary means of consuming their valuable livestock without actually killing them. Livestock can be bled in rotation, minimally injuring the animal and giving each time to heal before being tapped again. Blood is eaten in congealed pastes, sausages, or mashed together with thoroughly cooked grain and seeds to form a patty.
Some pastoralists have relatively unique practices of consuming dairy products. As they are not mammals, caelin/delkhin do not produce the lactase enzymes necessary to digest lactose whatsoever, and their digestive systems will react to milk essentially the same way as a lactose-intolerant human. However, some forms of heavily strained yogurts and hard cheeses have so little lactose that they can pass through a healthy adult’s digestive system without issue (unless eaten in excess). These dairy products are very valuable as high calorie foodstuffs that can be acquired from livestock both without slaughter and without any injury whatsoever.
Dairy products tend to be a divisive subject that plays a role in conflict between settled agriculturalists and pastoralists. A large proportion of settled societies see dairy products as unclean or unnatural for consumption by anything but baby mammals. Some use this as one of many xenophobic justifications for land conflict with nomadic herders, characterizing their consumption of milk as one of many indications that their foes are uncivilized or animalistic.
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Some misc food examples
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sarahelizasims · 4 months ago
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Nestled in the heart of Lombard Drive, this exquisite 2.5-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence embodies the elegance of modern French Colonial design. A harmonious blend of light neutrals and bold dark accents graces both the interior and exterior, creating a timeless aesthetic. The home’s grand façade is framed by lush, meticulously curated gardens, where vibrant red and white hydrangeas weave a captivating tapestry around the estate. Beyond the charming exterior, a private backyard oasis awaits—an entertainer’s dream featuring a striking sunken conversation pit seamlessly encircled by a shimmering pool, perfect for intimate gatherings and luxurious outdoor living.
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40 x 30
Residential Lot
2 beds, 1 nursery
2 full bathrooms
Furnished
$570,487
Requirements:
Turn bb.moveobjects on before placing. **optional** TwistedMexi has a script mod that does it for you automatically, so there is no reason to always have to type it in.
T.O.O.L by TwistedMexi.
Required CC - Please refer to the included PDF document for downloading items that were not included in the zip file, as some are still in early access.
One of the cabinets is a recolor; download the original mesh here if you load into the lot and something is missing. The file name is [KKB'sMM]Aesthete - Cabinet ver.2.
The lush red hydrangeas are a recolor; download the mesh here.
Terms of Use:
Do not re-upload my lots and claim them as your own.
You're welcome to edit or modify my builds, but please remember to credit me as the original creator!
Do not put my builds behind a paywall.
I've included some of my recolors, please refer to those posts for their TOU.
Thank you to all CC Creators.
Please let me know if there's any problem with the build. Tag @sarahelizasims so I can see your gameplay and any personal touches you've made!
I sincerely apologize for the number of zip files. I had a tough time finding a way to upload everything at once or compress the main folder as a whole. As a result, I had to create multiple folders to split up the CC. If you have any tips on compressing and optimizing large files, I would greatly appreciate your help!
Please note that this is a very CC heavy build, which might cause lag in your game. I organize CC files to their content creator in my downloads. Make sure you're actively running batch fixes on your files.
My game is DirectX11, so you may need to update your images to DX11 in the Sims 4 Studio.
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yandere-sins · 5 months ago
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Yandere!Mydei caring for a depressed darling
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a/n: Tried to do something new with the type of headers I do. Not quite yet close to the aesthetic girlies but I don't hate it! Anyway, I'm now a diagnosed ✨depressed✨ and life's been up and down lately, so I wanted to write for my current comfort character ♥
Characters: Yandere!Mydei(mos) x GN!Reader Warnings: Yandere, Possessiveness, Obsessiveness, Kidnapping, Depression
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❥ Mydei likes to return to you doing something. He likes to find you taking a bath (scrambling to get some clothes on when you hear the door unlock) or reading a book (sighing because your reading time is effectively over), stuffing your mouth like an adorable little animal with food, or even wreak havoc if you must (and he gets to put you back in your place). It excites him. It makes taking a rest so much more enjoyable, and he needs to see you thrive in this environment he created for you. Knowing that it's his place that you live in satisfies the homesickness he suppresses, as he can live vicariously through you. Coming home to you asleep—or at least trying to—isn't quite what he has in mind for a greeting.
❥ He's not too pleased to have to wake you up or make you at least acknowledge his presence. But he will, of course, do so however his mood commands him to. Sometimes, he grabs the blanket so you end up rolling out of bed; other times, he spoons you from behind, applying more and more pressure to your body until you react. Or he calls out to you and pokes you until you're finally up. Just this time, everything he does seems to affect you less. Like you don't care. Like you can't care.
❥ When you do finally get up, he immediately notices the changes in you. He can't pinpoint what exactly is wrong. Still, everything from your sluggish demeanor to the faded light in your eyes gives him clues to an unsolvable puzzle. He doesn't like it. Mydei asks you what's going on with you, his repeated questioning getting annoying fast, but your shrugging your shoulders and being dismissive isn't cutting it for him. He will test for a fever and belittle you for not taking care of yourself as you should as he tries to find any wounds that could cause you distress. Clearly, you've been up to no good and probably worn yourself out. Mydei is so obsessed with finding the cause that he can't see the forest for the trees.
❥ Frustrated and angry at you since he doesn't know what is going on with you (this could just be another one of your ways to challenge him), he storms off to take care of his own needs for a little while but eventually does return with your favorite food. Even though Mydei has to get you out of bed again—which he does unapologetically and ruthlessly by picking you up regardless of your state of awareness—he forces you to have a meal with him. He gets even more upset when you barely touch your food. He keeps piling more items on your plate, but you just sit back after a few nibbles, unwilling to consume more. It's grating his nerves, but even more so, it raises a sense of discomfort in him that he never felt with you before. Even when he had to fight you, wrestle you to the ground, and force you to obey his whims, he never felt like this... somewhat... helpless. It's uncomfortable and distressing, and Mydei doesn't want to think of the memories these feelings remind him of.
❥ You, not objecting to being placed on top of him like a weighted blanket for the night, is the final nail in the coffin. You hate it with a passion when he picks you up and moves you like a doll, especially if it initiates more body contact than you feel like having with him or being placed in an awkward position. But you don't even tell him to stop or push your hands into his chest, giving him a reason to wrestle with you for a bit. Instead, your behavior keeps Mydei up all night after he pulled a blanket over you two, and you actually have the audacity to fall asleep on his chest without any complaints, not knowing the agony he's going through. But fine! You want to not interact with him? Well, that gives Mydei the opportunity to do whatever he wants with you.
❥ So, in the morning (later than he usually gets up), he forces you to bathe with him. You do tense up and try to get away from him, but he won't let you. Having your hair washed by Mydei is not a gentle undertaking, as he scrubs the soap against your scalp seemingly without an ounce of care. However, when some tears fall, he at least makes an effort to be more careful with the rest of your body. You'll be surprised to witness how he is still able to learn from his mistakes despite forcing you into this relationship with him. But even if it isn't how he's used to doing things, he tries—for you. The same goes for brushing your teeth (he'll use his tools for you unless you do it yourself), combing your hair (washing was enough torture, although he's reaching for the comb almost too quickly for you to decide if you can manage it yourself or not), and putting fresh clothes on (which takes a lot of time as he ponders what you should wear that day).
❥ Mydei's special care doesn't stop there as you are getting carried or dragged around all day by him—no matter where, except for the place you had been forced to call your "home". Into meetings with the other Chrysos Heirs (which everyone is very surprised by since Mydei never allows them to visit you and keeps you all to himself usually), onto the training grounds (where he was nice enough to bring your book along in case you were bored, but he ended up checking up so much on you that his training was cut short), and to restaurants three times that day, so he could make sure you were eating right. You've never actually got to hang out so much with him outside his place, and he had never shown any interest in you learning about his daily routine, either. So, although you can't appreciate the change as much in your current state, you do enjoy being outside and doing something (even if it isn't what you want to do).
❥ Even though he kept his eyes on you all day, your lack of trying to complain to someone about Mydei's treatment concerns him. Usually, you'd try to tell everyone your tale of being forced into a relationship with him the few times he took you outside, always causing a scene with him in the streets. But you seem to lack the energy for it. For anything, really. You're still barely eating and even allow him to reach for and take your hand at any given moment, which he enjoys but is only half as rewarding as when he has to fight for the right. You even stopped struggling whenever he picked you up, instead slumping over and resting in his hold. And you sigh a lot, reaching up sometimes to wipe away tears that threaten to fall. If he wasn't concerned the day before, he definitely is now.
❥ It can't be helped, Mydei doesn't know what to do. So, despite grumbling about how he can't believe all this, he takes you to a spot no one can see you two in. Somewhere, the sun will shine down on you despite it being evening, and he sets you down between his legs, leaning you against his chest before resting back against a wall, too, soaking in the sunlight. It doesn't take too long until the silence gets to you, emotions swelling inside you until they burst out in tiny sniffles. By the time you are turned into a sobbing mess, Mydei is hugging you tightly against his chest, letting your tears run down his skin. He's neither hushing nor reprimanding you, rubbing your back calmly instead and letting you cling to him even if your nails dig into his flesh. The part that suppresses all of the uncomfortable feelings inside of him locking them away and burying them deeper every time they act up, doesn't understand what is happening. Mydei put them away to keep himself clear-headed and fighting at all times. But the other part—the one ruled by his heart that loves you so very much—feels for you, wishing he could just take care of whoever and whatever made you feel this way. He longs to have your feisty, adorable self back and wishes he could prove to you how capable he is in protecting you. Still, instinctively, he knows that it wouldn't be this easy.
❥ Mydei is not admitting to being part of the problem. He's not allowing anyone, not even you, to tell him that. But he will be the one to help you fix whatever issue you're having. You will follow his routine, and he will adjust it so you think of anything other than the thoughts in your head that torment you. If he can provide you with a new experience, he will. If buying you a hundred new books, he will. Ice cream for breakfast? Just say the words. He'll stay behind from some missions, no matter how hard he itches for the fights, just so you aren't as lonely. He'll do anything—anything—so he doesn't have to come back to find you this way again. So that he doesn't encounter this condition that he doesn't know how to fix. A condition no one taught him how to take care of and which he doesn't acknowledge in himself.
❥ Despite not getting any softer than this, Mydei does show you a tremendous amount of care the next few days. He drags you to many more outings, but there are also a lot of planned rests in between. You get to meet the others, and sometimes, he sees your smile return, however short-lived it is. Mydei goes out of his way to make you happy, never saying it out loud but showing through actions that he cares. He lets you roam the market by his side or even allows you to hold a weapon once or twice (under his strict supervision) when you show interest in it. He does stop you the few times you try to tell someone what is going on because losing you isn't an option, even if you seem to think it is. There is no way he'd ever let you go... but he does want you to feel better again. Having you wither away had never been the plan, although he reflects that sometimes it could have looked that way to you. He's not going to change his ways in the future, but he will provide you with what you need as long as he can give it to you.
❥ But the first time you get upset at him again, his heart makes a massive leap in his chest, trying to burst out. Mydei wants to rip it out from beneath his rips so he can throw the stupid thing at you, hoping you'll finally realize how bad his feelings are for you. Just having a glimpse of the you, he loves, back is enough to satisfy the ache that had risen over the time he had to watch you live in your depressive state. And sometimes, when you two fight, he even lets you win now. Mydei can spare a night not smothering you beneath him as he falls asleep spread on top of you. Letting you push him off and wearing the very temporary bruises like marks of endearment on his skin. His love becomes increasingly undiluted, especially when you show him the fire returning to your eyes. Your tongue, too, tastes better once it's sharp again and he has a reason to shut you up. Even though he carried you around for a while, seeing your body move around on its own is like a mesmerizing dance that he watches with rapture, and it raises his appetite for you like never before.
And you will never know how much effort he puts into keeping it this way for the rest of your time together.
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lotuswish · 4 months ago
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˗ˏˋ what they gift you for valentine’s day 𐙚 .ᐟ
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synopsis: valentine’s day means something different to each of them—some treat it like a grand romantic event, others act like it’s just another friday, and a few are probably panicking last-minute. but whatever they give you, one thing’s for sure: it’s undeniably them, for better or worse.
featured character(s): lilia vanrouge, malleus draconia, silver, sebek zigvolt, leona kingscholar, ruggie bucchi, jack howl, vil schoenheit, rook hunt, epel felmier, jamil viper, kalim al-asim, riddle rosehearts, cater diamond, trey clover, ace trappola, deuce spade, azul ashengrotto, jade leech, floyd leech, idia shroud, no ortho shroud
content warning(s): none!
a/n: happy valentine’s day! ❤️
link(s): (masterlist)
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an overly extravagant display of affection
why settle for one gift when he could give everything? a sea of roses flooding your dorm, an entire box—no, several boxes—of gold-wrapped chocolates, or even fireworks painting your name across the night sky. to him, valentine’s day isn’t just about romance—it’s a stage, a perfect excuse to turn his feelings into something grand. love, in his eyes, should be seen, felt, and impossible to ignore. he doesn’t believe in halfway gestures; if he adores you, the world will know it.
⤷ kalim, malleus, rook
a single, meaningful item that shows they know you
this isn’t just a generic valentine’s day gift—it’s something that proves he listens. something small you once mentioned in passing, something he went out of his way to track down, something that perfectly aligns with your tastes in a way that leaves you wondering just how long he’s been paying attention. maybe it’s a first-edition book from your favorite author, a piece of jewelry that fits your aesthetic so well it feels like he had to have spent time picking it out, or a limited-edition item from a brand you once mentioned offhandedly. it’s not about extravagance—it’s about thoughtfulness, about making sure you know he sees you.
⤷ idia, jade, jamil, leona, ruggie, vil
a carefully crafted, handwritten letter
it's more than just a few words hastily jotted down onto a card—this is a letter, deliberate and meticulously composed. every word is chosen with purpose, every stroke of ink placed with careful intent, as if he agonized over each line, rewriting certain sentences more times than he’d ever admit. it feels less like a simple valentine's note and more like a confession woven into ink, every phrase carrying the weight of emotions he might struggle to voice aloud. this gift is more than a simple gesture—it’s a glimpse into the feelings he’s likely held onto far longer than he ever intended.
⤷ malleus, riddle, rook
a bouquet, but with intention
it’s not just about flowers—it’s about what they mean. this isn’t some store-bought, last-minute bouquet; every bloom has been deliberately chosen, each one carrying a message. roses for love, lilacs for first emotions, camellias for admiration—there’s no need for him to say anything outright because the meaning is woven into every petal. whether he expects you to recognize the symbolism or not, the sentiment is there, tucked between soft petals and carefully arranged stems. and if you do look up the meanings? you’ll see everything he couldn’t quite put into words.
⤷ cater, epel, trey,
jewelry, meant to be worn always
it’s not flashy or excessive, but it’s meant to last. a necklace, a bracelet, a ring—something simple but chosen with care, something that feels right for you. the weight of it is subtle but constant, a quiet reminder of him no matter where you are. he won’t say it outright, but the thought of you wearing something from him every day pleases him. and if anyone asks where you got it? well, he wouldn’t mind hearing you say his name in response.
⤷ floyd, jamil, leona, lilia, ruggie, sebek
a luxurious experience rather than an object
he sees no reason to limit valentine’s day to just a material gift—not when he could give you a memory. a private dinner under candlelight, an exclusive event, a perfect evening where every little thing has been arranged so you don’t have to lift a finger. it’s not just about extravagance (well, maybe partially); it’s about making sure you feel special, about ensuring this night is one you won’t forget. to him, valentine’s day isn’t about what you receive—it’s about how he can make you feel.
⤷ azul, jade, kalim, malleus, rook, vil
handmade, because it means more that way
he could have just bought something, but that wouldn’t have meant enough. instead, he put in the time and effort himself. maybe it’s a home-cooked meal, carefully prepared with your favorite flavors in mind, or a bouquet he arranged by hand rather than picking something up from a florist. maybe it’s a small carved trinket, a handcrafted piece of jewelry, or even a carefully stitched charm meant to bring you luck. perfection isn’t the goal—it’s the sincerity, the intention behind giving you something that holds a part of him.
⤷ deuce, epel, jack, jamil, silver, trey
something playful, because love should be fun
who says valentine’s day has to be serious? he doesn’t just want to give you a gift—he wants to make you laugh. maybe it’s a ridiculously oversized plushie, one so big you practically have to wrestle it through your door. maybe it’s a scavenger hunt, little notes leading you to the actual gift just to watch you figure it out. maybe it’s a box of chocolates with one secretly filled with something spicy, just to see your reaction. love doesn’t always have to be grand or serious—sometimes, it’s just about enjoying each other’s company.
⤷ ace, cater, epel, floyd, lilia, ruggie
something simple, but given with genuine care
he doesn’t make a big deal out of valentine’s day, and he doesn’t see the point in overcomplicating things. what matters is that he thought of you. a warm cup of your favorite drink waiting for you in the morning, a carefully wrapped box of chocolates, a small charm for luck. he won’t make a scene about it, but there’s something undeniably sweet about how naturally he makes sure you’re taken care of.
⤷ deuce, idia, jack, jamil, sebek, silver
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