#she'd try to understand it

[strnza]

me  writing  eliza’s  dialogue  versus  rereading  it  +  reminding  myself  that  there  are  many  english  phrases  /  words  /  sayings  that  she  still  doesn’t  know  /  understand.

[letsplaythermalnuclearwar]

tbh I think Calypso views herself as Odysseus's rest and reward. like, she's the comfort in a hurt/comfort fic. she's the therapy saga. and honestly, a lot of her actions make sense when you look at it like that.

Odysseus is traumatised and scared and hurting. and she understands that. she's so understanding that she doesn't take it personally when he yells or screams or begs -- trauma makes it hard to regulate emotions, after all. he'll calm down in a little bit.

she's so understanding that she's not even hurt when he rejects her advances. he's been alone for so long that he's scared of intimacy now. but she doesn't let that discourage her. he'll get used to the idea eventually.

she's so understanding that she doesn't give up on him, even when he talks and talks and talks about his wife and son. obviously he wants to go back to them, but what he wants isn't what's good for him. that's fine, he doesn't need to know what's good for him yet. that's what she's for.

she's so understanding that she doesn't even let it upset her too much when Ody stands too close to the edge and stares out at sea below like its calling to him. it's okay. she can catch him if he falls.

sure, they're relationship isn't what she's dreamed about for centuries -- real relationships never are that perfect. her Ody has a lot of healing to do. and she'll make sure she's with him through it all.

[veththeebrave]

if your only response to this is "I don't like to imagine Veth cheating!" you can go ahead and scroll past this poll it's not for you. and if you think imagining fictional characters cheating on each other is evil and I'm evil you can do us both a favor and block me. peace and love on the planet earth talk to me about veth rarepairs

[hercarisntyours]

elita's onesided beef with orion is so funny to me because orion's just happy go lucky meanwhile elita is seething everytime he exists near her

[alphascorpiixx]

it always annoyed me that the Naminé and Kairi merge happened off screen in kh2 (since when they meet again after Xemnas boss fight pt 1 Naminé is ghostly like Roxas) bc honestly why did she and Kairi have to merge in the first place? I remember Nami did that weird fuzzy/fading out thing while they were escaping in tctnw but what actual impact is there on the two of them when they weren't merged as one person? like this situation has not really been detrimental to kairi in anyway (aside from her forgetting sora but that's unrelated to her and nami being split)

like nami's explanation to Roxas earlier in the game is that "you hold half of what he is" and I understand the memories part. because of Naminé's memory powers they went to Xion through Roxas. but if Sora had just never gone to CO would there even have been a problem with a Nobody and Somebody existing at the same time?

adding to my list of reasons why its a good thing RNX came back in 3 bc kh2 did not do a good job of explaining the whole situation

[neodiekido]

it's strange to me when people think that maki relapsing and trying to kill kokichi in chapter 5 is bad writing or her being a cold bitch or whatever when it's like, she's been trained to kill without hesitation since she was 10, she thought kokichi was a remnant of despair and the mastermind, AND he put the guy who's been trying to teach her she's not just an emotionless killing tool in a scary room.

not to say this was a GOOD decision on her part, but i personally find it to be very understandable that she messes up here and it makes me like her way more...

tldr: i fucking love when my favorite characters make terrible mistakes that harm them and the people they love

[soupmanspeaks]

rip post bite reaper!Michael, you would probably comfort a dying bird on the side of the road

[rolandkaros]

TAYLOR TOWNSEND [USA] & KATEŘINA SINIAKOVÁ [CZE] in their runners'-up speeches || WTA FINALS RIYADH DOUBLES FINAL || 11 09 2024

[alicepao13]

Yeah, I'm not "taking this well" anymore, to reference one of my replies from yesterday. Sherri Davis crossed several lines for me yesterday, and late enough in my part of the world for me to do anything about it, but today's a new day.

Dear Sherri Davis, I have verified each and every source myself when it comes to whatever part, however small, I've come to play in all this about organizing the fandom. Most of them come from the Hudson and Rex production, no less, clearly visible to all (and sourced). Everything we've given people on social media as evidence has been the absolute truth, and conjecture has been labeled as such to avoid confusion and avoid giving the wrong impression to people. The only source I could not verify was the one from the deleted Reddit post, filled with gaslighting, weaponization of grief, half-truths, and outright easily disprovable lies, which for a while now me and others have believed to be written by a close associate of yours. The only people that could have ever claimed that John Reardon didn't message you about Diesel's passing, because you yourself would have to tell them, are those close to you. Let's cut the crap.

To fellow fans: I admit I did not write about this part in my big-ass post where I dismantled the now infamous redditor's post. Instead, I kept it. Idiotically, perhaps. Not wanting to believe she was directly involved in this despite everything pointing to it? Maybe. Holding it to add it as the last piece of evidence in an ever growing list? You can call it whatever you want. I'm a complicated person, I'm not always right, and I do think parts emotionally and calculated at all times. I was raised by lawyers and sometimes it really feels like I'm in court (not on trial, I don't feel persecuted, I'm talking about the burden of proof which really should not have fallen on any of us).

The thing is that the more of her I read now, the more I realize that this woman never cared about the show as it was. She wanted more. More for her dogs, more for her company, and yeah, sure, more for the people working for her (I get their loyalty, she does seem to be loyal to her inner circle). Was that influenced by Diesel's death? I can't know but I'm personally going to stop using that as an excuse for her behavior. She's a grown woman and I highly doubt this is the first time she's had to grieve one of her dogs or family for that matter. We all have our crosses to bear. That doesn't mean we get to be assholes.

Anyway, back to the point. I think (read: my opinion) that Sherri Davis had been looking for an excuse to take over more of the show, and having human characters getting their own storylines, especially Charlie, and having them get storylines that were not in any way related to Rex as that redditor very crudely and in their own manipulative and twisted way claimed to make John Reardon look bad, was getting in the way of that, was stealing the limelight away from Rex. Now she's got an actor who just came to the show and has no pull whatsoever, he won't be an executive producer and even if he was she'd outrank him, leaving her to be the highest ranking executive producer who is not from any of the productions (John Reardon was that executive producer before her. At this point I need to remind that any executive producer FROM the productions outranks any that are actors and crew, hence the ass-kissing you see on social media). I bet she loves it. And I bet she knows that they can't do the show without her too.

I tried to find excuses for her, it's true. I'd talk with friends and they'd tell me that someone should mention this, that it's important. We fought over this (I'm sorry). Why protect a woman you don't know when you can see where this is going, right? Yeah, I don't know. Maybe because despite everything I could tell she was in pain. Maybe because I'm an idiot and I could only see the pain and not the calculation behind the whole thing.

Either way, and to stop being a dramatic bitch, here it is, laid out. I believe that she wouldn't fight for John Reardon at all, and in the worst case she may have had a hand in the production not getting him back if she could offer an opinion, as she realized how no one in that set had any power other than her when Luke Roberts was there instead of John Reardon (the executive producers from the productions are rarely on set and Newfoundland is far away from, well, anything). But make no mistake, Sherri Davis doesn't have as much power as she thinks she does, especially on a show with multiple productions. Clearly, Shaftesbury stood by her as I said before. It's very obvious from the way she now leaves sickeningly loving comments about their leadership. I don't think the other productions see it the same way but they surely know she's necessary so they let her get away with stuff (even more after Diesel's death). And she knows she's not going to find a better job, I mean how many shows have canine leads? So, she's latched onto that with everything she's got. And anyone who threatens its longevity (which at this point is us) is viewed as a direct threat to her.

Anyway, I don't know where that leaves us. If the productions where to fold and take John Reardon back, she'd have to oblige, of course. I don't believe she has a veto power at all and I don't think she'd have a fit and refuse to work with him, it's not like he did anything to her either way (and yeah, the fact that not even that post dared to insinuate anything about his behavior on set also says a lot, it's usually quite easy to insinuate that as "anonymous source").

I also believe that, no matter what the post says, at some point he must have reached out to her about Diesel but the thing is, as I can personally attest, that people often put illogical timeframes on reaching out about such matters. And we all know that at the time of Diesel's passing, John Reardon was giving his own battle with cancer and yeah, I'd prioritize that myself over reaching out to anyone, selfish as it may sound to some. Anyway, these are things that can be solved by talking, although it's rare that people actually sit down to talk about them to solve their differences. I've got people in my own family who stopped talking to each other while they knew and cared for each other for decades, just because grief has a way of taking certain actions and presenting them like an absolute betrayal. I have to say that this does not even compare to some of the things I've seen.

The paragraph above is more or less what I'd write if I were to include this part on my big-ass post back then. My thinking about it hasn't changed. The evidence hasn't changed. I don't think her issue ever was how John Reardon was with Diesel, because as I said, the show has been going on for years now. I could perhaps buy it if we were still on year 2 or even 3 of it. Not the point, either way. She needs to get over herself and the production (who are way more culpable than her in all this, and we need that reminder for sure today) need to see that they've left the show leader-less with someone taking over PR responsibilities as well and speaking for them, which is certainly damaging. She's an associate to these productions, she doesn't even work for Shaftesbury or the others in their company, she works for the show.

As for the constant mistreatment of the fans by everyone? Apparently, you're not a fan if you are pointing the obvious, you are a "fan". In quotations. And you're cruel, and you're also an idiot because you believe whatever is on social media. Well, she's right about one part. I have my own mind and certain posts on Reddit can't change that, nor can she with her perfectly polite and yet biting comments. Questioning OUR loyalty to the show? Fuck that. I've been with this show from 2020. But more than that, I wasn't born yesterday. I know when I'm being manipulated. And I can tell when someone has stabbed somebody else in the back and then they turn around and say, "Hm, what if they fell on the knife on their own?"

Anyway, I guess I'll tune in for the next episode of "Master Tactician John Reardon Hypnotizes A Fandom Without Even Blinking", a gripping parody told by Shaftesbury and Associates.

P.S.: There are rude words but it takes a special kind of manipulator to pull this off and then pin it on someone else behind the scenes while preaching positivity. Kudos.

[kitramune]

LOL is he asking if Kagome agrees with pushing him off a cliff because he can hear Sango?

[agalychnisspranneusroseus]

No you don't understand, Anne and Marcy third-wheeling Sasha during the dinner episode (and Sasha third-wheeling herself during battle of the bands) is so important to me. Anne and Marcy have come so far having left Sasha behind. They're happy and confident and strong and closer than ever, all because they were finally free. Because Sasha wasn't there to stunt their growth. Despite how much they love Sasha and how much they don't want to admit the distance helped them, it's true: Anne and Marcy were both victims of a toxic friend and they're learning to move on together. Ik it sounds like I hate Sasha because whenever I write about her I make her out to be a massive piece of shit but that's because... she kinda was! And I love her for that! I love these three, I love their story and their drama and toxicity (I was soooo happy when it was revealed Marcy wasn't as great as she initially seemed like - yes! The CONFLICT is CONFLICTING). Like yes marcanne is my obsession, I have marcanne brain worms, but I think one of the reasons marcanne works so well is because of Sasha. Their past, present and future with her have such a huge impact in Anne and Marcy's relationship with each other and with themselves. You can't separate these three and I love it, how easy it is to ship two of them without making it weird by leaving the third one behind (ironically, Sasha the Character is included by leaving Sasha the Person behind).

Marcanne to me is about two childhood friends living in a toxic situation healing together after leaving, only able to fall in love now that they are free and more comfortable with themselves and each other. They couldn't fully connect with each other before - not really. Anne didn't see the importance of listening to what Marcy had to say nor did she take it too seriously, and Marcy was simply not in contact with real people in the real world at all. None of this was Sasha's fault entirely, but she did third-wheel Marcy and she was possesive with Anne and was just a generally terrible influence on her, while reminding Marcy that, well, she didn't really matter all that much to anyone. Removing Sasha from the equation is not enough but it's a necessary step towards knowing each other better and the fact that they so easily became closer than ever just shows their eagerness to be together for real this time. Marcy's increased confidence and Anne's newfound empathy and admiration for her friend wouldn't have been possible with Sasha's domineering influence present. If they were to fall in love, it'd be because Sasha wasn't there to stop it.

I imagine that, once she finds out, she'd be furious, but mostly just devastated. Her friends only found love once she was gone. As if they think they'll be better off without her.

[cherry-treelane]

I find it so ironically funny when hardcore Debbie defenders use the defense that she was just a victimised teenage girl (agreed) and then proceed to slander Fiona and express their hatred for her character and lack of sympathy

as if being an adult magically absolves an individual of the horrifying trauma that precedes them and screws up their mentality and actions

funnily enough these people get mad at others for "expecting Debbie to be an innocent angel and hating on her for acting out as a result of trauma" (also agreed, debbie does deserve more sympathy, she can't be expected to grow up to be a perfect saint when she's been through so much) yet seem to hold Fiona to the same unattainable standards and put her on a pedestal as if she wasnt a child that was forced to intensely grow up while never actually being raised

like lets put this into perspective and remember that fiona grew up surrounded by corrupt morals and insanely screwed up behaviour yet still emerged as messed up, yes, but surprisingly good considering the situation she was in??? she had to navigate basic things such as morals and being a good, responsible person on her own. imagine how difficult it must be to lead a bunch of kids, including yourself, with no previous role model or good example of your own to follow. most of the time, she always tried to do what she thought was best and would have the most desirable outcome

[fromtheseventhhell]

I don't think anyone who believes Arya is focused on revenge has ever actually read her chapters, it's just been one long game of telephone where people repeat a take they heard so they can pretend they know what they're talking about

[attickit]

Thinking about scarafuri. Thinking about sethoscara. Thinking about sethoscarafuri.

Thinking about the one who was created as a vessel for Divinity and yet stripped of it because they were too Human for their purpose, abandoned without given reason. Now given a second chance to learn and live and understand what it means to be Human and how Divinity is not the end all be all for them.

Thinking about the one who was created to be Human and yet cursed to put on the mask of Divinity for a plan they were never privy to, tortured without given reason. Now given a second chance to fully embrace their Humanity and live the life they're finally allowed to without Divinity hanging over their head like a life sentence.

Thinking about the Human who was raised in hopes to be a vessel for a Divinity and yet giving it up, understanding that the Divinity is not worth the sacrifice of Humanity. Now more free of the responsibility of being the Divinity to maintain his home, instead allowing his home and himself to grow and strengthen through Human relationships.

[dent-de-leon]

I remember Taliesin saying something to the effect that he wished the Nein had taken more than just the oracle deck when they searched Molly, and the implication that he was carrying some other interesting trinkets that we never got to explore--

Anyway, please consider: Caleb taking one of Molly's earrings or little horn ornaments before he buries him. Something to remember him by, keep him close. Maybe one of his moon charms, or perhaps even a symbol of the Moonweaver Molly hid. Forbidden in the empire, but dear enough to Molly that Caleb would still risk it--

Caleb wearing one of Tealeaf's earrings when he first sees Lucien--

[jaggedwolf]

Halfway through the Jackson chapter of my TLOU II replay and again I have so much fondness for how long the game is willing to let what happened at the dance be off-screen, how long it lets you get the vibes off Ellie's interactions with Jesse, Seth, Maria, and Dina.