#wait...is that a radar dome?

[saeun]

itsy bitsy crush megumi fushiguro.

sum. megumi has a very one-sided crush on you + tries to court you ( failed ). age gap + for the plot he's 18 n ur 23.

the beginning.

perhaps it's nothing but a fleeting crush at the peak age of eighteen or perhaps it's his desire to feel a romantic love. whatever it may be, he knows it isn't going away any time soon.

you're five years older than him — he knows that. he's been nursing this crush ever since he turned seventeen. the chances of meeting you were entirely slim — as slim as the chance of seeing a blue moon. it all began due to being gojo's co-worker. you were tasked with the dreadful mission of delivering a stack of documents from nanami to him. according to sources, gojo secretly dumped his duties on nanami but nothing goes past nanami's radar. when this leads to that and you being the only employee without any work at the moment, naturally the mission flowed into your palms.

to introduce worse matters, the man himself was. not. home. almost as if he sensed that nanami would've got on him, he disappeared. had you known he'd pull this stunt, you wouldn't have stood for eons knocking and waiting for a white-haired-porcelain-blue-eyed idiot.

however, there was someone home. not gojo, but a teenager, megumi fushiguro. being caught off guard by the sudden knocking, megumi glued himself to his position. a carton of milk in one hand and a bowl in another, he pondered the consequences of attending to the knocker.

one: be the gentleman he is and open the door with manners.

two: turn every light off and sneak back into his room.

three: pretend it's just the wind.

four: call gojo and notify him of the new emergency quest.

either way, none of the options would satisfy megumi. he can answer the door but he doesn't feel like talking. if he ignores it he knows the knocks won't stop. calling gojo would either send him a voicemail or make him answer twenty questions about whether or not street-food delicacies would be perfect for dinner. no one wants to do that.

opting for the first option, he sadly covers the milk and drags himself to the door.

"hell— oh," awkwardly peeking his head out, he freezes at the unexpected sight: a woman. you don't look like you're here to deliver a package nor do you look like you're here for gojo specifically. just who are you?

"oh, hi! is gojo here by chance?"

nevermind, he should've known.

"no. don't know where he is," megumi shrugged.

"ah, well, can i leave these here? these are documents he's supposed to go through," emphasising on his duties, you slightly lift your arms to redirect megumi's attention to the documents.

"oh... they look heavy, come in." opening the door wider, megumi makes way for you to walk in but holy shit.

it's not like he can't hold a conversation but he literally can't. he purposefully kept his responses short. had he prolonged his speech he'd stutter through every word. never has megumi ever seen such a beautiful woman.

"i don't have a type." he once claimed but whatever type you fall under seems to be exactly what he's attracted to.

smiling at megumi's gesture, you dump the documents on the coffee table. nice house, you think. the interior's surprisingly aesthetic and clean. you'd expect gojo's dome to be a little... messy!

completing your gawking, you ready yourself to leave, "well, thanks for letting me in. i have work to do though, bye-bye!"

"wait—"

"need something?" you spin back, looking at the younger in confusion.

fuck why did i do that? freaking himself out, megumi composes his mind before apologizing, "sorry, didn't mean it."

you shape your lips into an 'o' shape, smiling at him again before leave for real this time, "stay safe, kid!"

mr. can't mind his business.

now eighteen, seeing you around became a regular routine. whether it was constantly delivering things gojo's purposefully ignoring or just seeing you around, megumi's eyes were always on you.

it's been a year and his feelings did not cease. rather, they got bolder. the tips of his ears easily coloured itself red whenever you were around. he still keeps the conversations short — actually, he keeps his replies short. megumi grew fond of hearing your voice. your voice to him is what a mother's voice is to a baby: soothing.

the attention megumi pays to you versus gojo did not go unnoticed. as much as it's funny witnessing megumi malfunction, gojo feels offended. megumi hardly listens to him but you? you don't even need to say five words. the moment he hears "megumi, can you" he's on his feet ready to move.

while gojo chose to not pester megumi with any questions, the urge is eating him inside-out. ever since megumi suddenly showed interest once your name was mentioned, gojo's curiosity has been more difficult to tame than taming an angry utahime.

it's decided. gojo will ask.

rounding the corner, he tip-toes into megumi's room to his bed, removing his headphones to ask, "do you like my co-worker?"

megumi freezes. was it obvious? are you dating gojo? is he in trouble? do you already have a partner? did something happen? a thousand questions yet no answer.

slowly placing his phone face down, megumi asks, "why?"

"i asked you first, fushiguro."

"and i'm asking you."

"okay but do you like her?"

"why?"

gojo pinches his nose's bridge taking in a deep sigh. dealing with megumi has never been easy. there's only one way to beat the demon-from-toji at his own game and it's lying: "well i was gonna ask her to come over for dinner."

megumi sits up, looking up at gojo with peak interest, "when? what time?"

UREKA! gojo cheers in his mind. megumi's reaction was all that he needed to confirm his thoughts.

"too bad. i was lying but we're having chinese for dinner."

"we..?"

"me and you alone you fucking love-sick kid," gojo shakes his head.

not having any of it, megumi throws a pillow or two at gojo. "get out."

gojo walks out victorious. he can't believe his son isn't a loser like the one before him ( toji ). he won't interfere; this shall be left in your hands to realize and deal with.

cliché elevator moment.

fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck. he should've taken the stairs. the one moment he decides to be lazy, he's stuck in an elevator with you. for whatever reason may it be, you seem very talkative today. megumi stuck himself into an awkward corner. it's a safe distance away from you. every time you step closer, he shuffles away. megumi cannot and probably will not indulge himself into physical contact with you. so it looks like it'll be a happy social distancing!

"so what're you doing at the mall alone? shouldn't you be with gojo?" you question him after finishing your monologue about your day.

"i'm an adult now," clarifying — more like reminding you — megumi folds his arms and leans to the side, "but i came for some new clothes."

"ohhhh, what'd you buy?"

megumi points to the pile of bags near his feet, "couple of hoodies and shirts."

you stretch your eyebrows up, giving him a thumbs-up for whatever reason.

as the elevator dings, you ruffle megumi's hair before exiting, "see ya later, megs!"

"megs..?" whispering, he furrows his eyebrows. covering his lower face with a palm, he's in deep thought. the way you easily make him flustered shouldn't be. pondering and deciphering the reasons, it's only until the elevator closes to ascend again is when megumi realizes he missed his get-off. this really cannot be real.

business is business!

like every other night, you came over for dinner. it was originally going to be a dinner with gojo, nanami, utahime and you but... let's just say gojo is unfortunately gojo to two persons in that list.

gojo, for one, did not cook. he never cooks and neither are you going to so he found himself running around buying takeouts. to make his matters worse, delivery isn't available due to the coming storm. in the lonely rain, gojo needs to fight and dominate to get those takeouts. which leaves the best situation in-hand for megumi! alone with his crush? now is the time to confess, convince, and convulse.

"are you cold? i can give you a blanket," megumi asks, totally not offering his own blanket.

"yes please i'd love that. i'm shivering." you take up the offer, watching megumi disappear and reappear with a fluffy royal blue blanket. you wrap the fabric around you, thanking megumi and noting the scent of a familiar cologne.

content with your comfort and his very successful flirting skills, megumi's now left with one thing: confessing. trust, he would not have done this anytime soon but it itches him every night. if he doesn't tell someone he'll go insane.

"hey, can i say something?"

you stop trying to sniff out the cologne's brand, looking up at megumi as you nod, "mhm!"

fiddling with his fingers, he takes in a deep breath before dropping the bomb, "i like you."

one, two, three, five blinks later you process his words. now that he said it, it didn't take long for you to piece the puzzles and realize why he always looked feverish whenever you two were together. he was most likely blushing all the time. not knowing whether to say "thank you" or "aww cute" or maybe even "that's definitely a sentence" you open your mouth before closing again. you must think rationally. one wrong word and you'd crush his little world.

"well, i'm not sure what to say but megs, aren't i a little too old for you..?"

"i'm an adult."

"you're eighteen."

"old enough," megumi shrugged.

now you realize why gojo always complained about battling megumi. he's too good at answering back. cosying yourself into the blanket, you deliver a statement to him, "give me one good reason why i should accept you."

fist in the air, megumi raises his index finger, "one, i don't know" raising his middle finger, he continues, "two, please?"

you sigh, "megumi..."

"look, if not now then can you date me when i'm twenty?" he offered.

oh my god, you think. he's serious about this and unfortunately you're hardly ever serious. you really don't want to burst his bubble. "this is crazy."

tilting his head, megumi waits for your answer.

you straighten your posture, getting ready to spit out a solution, "okay, how about—"

"what's with this deadly atmosphere?" gojo questions, standing still with two hands occupied. holding a confused expression, he raises his eyebrows at megumi standing ominously yet looking as if he's begging for something. you, on the other hand, look as if you're getting ready to slumber. what even happened while i was gone?? gojo thinks.

megumi sighs, dragging a palm over his face. if there's another thing about gojo it's that he finds himself coming at the wrong time when he's never needed. just as you were about to speak he barges in. talk about rude.

"hi gojo," you wave at him before looking back at megumi. poor him. "megumi, i'll tell you later," you whispered to him.

isnt he just so pretty

[s-awturn]

Underworld Sun || LH44

summary: It only took an unpretentious visit to a local florist for all of Lewis's convictions to come crashing down, and finally the lord of the Underworld found what was missing in his lonely existence.

cw: dark content, slightly stalkerish behavior, nostalgia, pure smut, Lewis!dom x reader!sub, revelation, mention of magic, violence, outbursts of rage, (fake) naivety, devotion, deep love, soulmates, family interference, mention of kidnapping.

a/n: I knew the vote would come down to Max and Lewis — and I was hoping it would be one of them, don't judge me — and I was anxious to write, I counted the minutes until the end of the vote and I thought of the title beforehand, So here we are. This story is intended to be divided into many parts, I don't know how many parts, but we'll see how it works.. Anyway, enjoy!

Monaco, days before...

It had been a few years — or many, it's natural to lose track of time when you're immortal — since he had walked the streets of Monaco, and no one even imagined that the principality housed the new home of the gods of the Greek pantheon. The gods loved how everything in Monaco was beautiful, luxurious and exuberant, life in Monaco matched the desires and longings of the immortals; he took a deep breath as he entered the massive casino where satyrs dressed in elegant tuxedos awaited him.

"Sir, welcome, we have been waiting for you" the satyr said as he guided him to the central dome, where the other gods were waiting for him, It had barely started and he was already tired, it was always stressful coming to Monaco, having to deal with his brothers and nephews, who were always very irritating.

"Thank you Clocis, I hope I wasn't too late, the traffic was chaotic" he justified himself, even though there was no need, he hated delays, so he hated it when he kept people waiting. However, when it came to his family, any delay could be a blessing.

"People go crazy when Monaco hosts the Formula One circuit, sir," Clocis said, opening the door for the god of the underworld. "I'm sorry you had to go through that."

"It's not your fault that you have to apologize , Clocis, you can go, I'll go on my own from here, I know Argos needs your help at the casino" he politely dismissed the satyr, who waved and left him alone in the immense corridor. Hades — or Lewis, as he had come to be called since he had taken on that human body centuries before — walked slowly to the main hall, where his family would be gathered.

He pushed the door open, not bothering to wait for the servants to open it, and discreetly took his seat on Zeus's left side. For a long time he felt left out in the division of the spoils of the Titanomachy, but after ages of administering his domains, Hades couldn't feel more grateful for having been "gifted" with the land of the dead. But nothing was better than being alone in the underworld, without his relatives to trouble his patience. Being part of that family, solitude was a balm.

He waited until the uproar died down and the gods calmed down.

"Now that Hades has arrived, we can begin the meeting," Themis said, the goddess remained with her blindfold over her eyes and Hades stopped wondering how she knew things. She wasn't the goddess of justice for nothing.

"You've finally arrived! We thought you wouldn't come" Zeus said, or Michael, as he preferred.

"And I really wasn't coming, but I knew you would send Hermes to disturb me for decades, as you did during the Iliad. I preferred to avoid the fatigue," he replied simply and heard his brother's thunderous laughter. "What is this meeting about?"

The dome was filled with silence. Zeus stood up, making things more theatrical and Hades wondered if it was Dionysus who created the theater.

"A few weeks ago, traces of Persephone's sacred energy were signaled on our radars," he said, causing a commotion among those present. A strange tingling sensation tugged at Lewis's chest, making him shift in his seat. "But it was too fast and we couldn't track it."

"And what are we here for? Do you want us to start searching the gardens and flower fields for her?" Ares grumbled, earning a hard look from Zeus.

"Considering you have an affair with Aphrodite, wallowing in bushes and fields of flowers," Apollo commented from across the semicircle, Charles — or Apollo — he gave a mocking smile before dodging the sword that Max threw at him.

"Enough, shut up you two" a lightning bolt cracked and made them both go silent. "Stay alert, Persephone could be anywhere and we need to bring her home."

Hades drummed his fingers, feeling the itch in his chest grow.

"That was it? You could have sent an email," he commented, seeing Zeus' eye twitch and Poseidon laugh out loud, Ayrton almost fell from his throne, laughing as the brothers fought over their gazes.

"You should spend more time with your family, brother," he said, sitting down again. "We miss you here."

Well, everyone has my business card with my address, I will love to receive visitors, I have added a new head to my collection, you will love it"

"Brother, don't be so bitter, you are missed in our celebrations, you know that"

Lewis grunted in agreement, adjusting the cufflinks on his suit, revealing some of the numerous tattoos he had.

"I believe I am too dark for the exuberant brightness of Monaco," he said, standing up, greeting everyone and disappearing, leaving a dark trail that smelled of burnt wood.

Soon he was inside his car, it was one of the few human activities he enjoyed, driving for hours on end calmed his mind and silenced his demons. It was dramatically ironic that the god of the dead was tormented by demons, and Lewis had plenty of them. He drove through the streets of the principality until he reached the edge of the country, he crossed the border into France and the climate changed radically. The south of France had a rural, provincial feel that didn't quite match the golden exuberance of Monaco, and it was also less oppressive.

He didn't like golden things.

Lewis drove into a small town and just as the bucolic French aesthetic demanded, he parked his car at the only gas station in town and looked around, a small bakery, a bookstore, the church in the center of the village and a flower shop. He didn't know why, but his instincts pointed him towards the tiny flower shop, maybe it was the smell of honeysuckle, or maybe it was because the shop looked like it was straight out of a 1920s movie, and Before he knew it, Lewis had made the bell above the flower shop door ring. Bouquets of roses, lilies, sunflowers, lilies and tulips were scattered in the cramped space, the floral scents mingling, attacking the rhinitis he didn't even know he had.

"Just a minute, please!” Someone said from the back of the establishment and severe chills shook Lewis’s body. He walked around, looking at the flower arrangements, the gift baskets, it was all so delicate that it made him think it was a dollhouse, yet there was something there, something darker and deeper. "Sorry for the delay, the supplier delivered today and my employee is away... It's all in my hands..."

Her voice died the instant she looked at the visitor, suddenly the static between them made their hair stand on end and something sparked in both of their minds.

"Hello, I'm Lewis," he smiled, extending his hand to her.

"Y/N"

[captain-athos]

Okay finally time for werewolf Ray O'Malley. Part 1, I guess

Technically, Ray can turn into a wolf whenever he likes. In another place, another life, perhaps this might have even been a blessing to him, but where he lives and works now it makes him nothing more than a liability. Nobody can know. He'd remain human forever were it not for the fact that every full moon, he must change.

It's fine, though. He has a system in place.

It starts a few days beforehand, when he can feel the wolf tugging at his bones, and knows that for a few days he will be slower than usual. His joints ache during this time, his senses heightened. There is always a sense of tension, of unease that scratches at him from the inside, and he often finds himself longing for outside, gazing out the windows, lingering in the gardens.

He wakes earlier to make up for lost time. The last few days always blur a little, his focus hazy while he makes his preparations. The wolf is not entirely a mindless creature - he is, after all, still Ray - but he is always hungry, and always so restless.

His apartment has a good lock on the door. A soft rug on the floor. Blackout blinds, to keep out the moonlight, because without them he knows he struggles to contain the impulse to howl. This is simply a thing to be endured, the way one might endure illness or an injury.

The afternoon leading up is always near unbearable. He prepares as much of tomorrow's work as he can, knowing he will be ill and useless in the morning, that he will need a few hours to rest and pull himself together before he can limp back to his desk and begin again. If anybody has noticed the pattern, they have not said. Ray flies easily enough under the radar that at this point, he's sure nobody ever will.

But today, he's stuck in a taxi, after a meeting on the other side of Rome that dragged on far too long. Something's happened - he's not sure what, but traffic has come to a standstill, and people are starting to shout. A cold feeling of dread engulfs him and he berates himself silently - he shouldn't have come, he should have asked for them to wait a day or two. His jaw clenches as he helplessly watches the sun descend towards the horizon.

He will draw suspicion, but he has no choice. It's not safe for him to be in a car with a stranger. He gets out, and turns to see the dome of St Peter's Basilica rise up in the distance. It's far, but maybe not too far. The sun still has a little way to go.

He says a silent prayer, and begins to run.

[part 2]

[earnmysong]

tylerkate + 7-Eleven slurpees

I did, in fact, Google 7-Elevens in the states with the highest tornado activity, because I'm a giant nerd!

THE JOKER AIN'T THE ONLY FOOL WHO'LL DO ANYTHING FOR YOU

Kate finally tears open the bag of peach rings she’s been fighting with for the last couple of minutes, upending all of them neatly into the cup of swirled, hazard-bright slush she’s got clamped between her knees just as Gale’s front right tire dips into a divot in the patchy dirt road.

[Tyler’s sand-colored successor to Clifford, retrofitted to the max as she happens to be, still succumbs to rural infrastructure on rare occasions.]

Kate yelps, shoving her plastic dome back into place before she loses even an ounce of her winnings. She sips, her mouth playing with the straw while her eyes scan the horizon for encroaching wall clouds. When her gaze slides to the left, she finds Tyler struggling to contain his laughter.

“There a problem?” She’s using her straw to fish out sugar circles now, tapping to zoom the radar in further with her free hand.

“Not a one,” Tyler assures. “Doctor Dandelion’s got a few surprise layers to her is all. That mind of yours on a massive sugar high? Can’t wait to witness the genius overflowin’.”

“I yielded Hayes for Fayetteville. No signs of significant build-up, we go to 7-11, because that’s obviously the only reason we’re on the wrong side of state lines.” She shakes her head, loosening her seatbelt so she can pivot and have a decent view of the more elusive parts of the sky along Gale’s path. “You agreed to the deal, cowboy, I’m just enjoyin’ my victory.”

Cross posted to AO3 HERE

[tigersfaith]

Recreating Radar's bear, Tiger

Part 4 (finished bear on next post)

I painted the mouth of the muzzle and blended the tone into the sides that didn't get covered with apoxie sculpt. I wasn't quite sure if I wanted to paint the nose because while more recent photos of Tiger show very little coloring on it (left), the in-show nose has a more brown nose

After a few days I did decide to paint the nose with the appearance of some wear

The whole muzzle got a final coat of sealant (mrsuperclear matte)

Now the eyes gave me probably the most trouble. I originally bought a multipack of eyes but they were too small and I didn't like how domed most of the glass safety eyes in red were; 50s teddy bear eyes are a flatter disk shape moreso than semicircle. So I looked for rounded glass cabochons(?), and the initial ones I bought were wayyy larger than I thought so I bought two more sizes and one of those was a good fit. (This whole waiting on the correct size took like three weeks)

The eye was sanded so the paint could stick, and then I glued (e6000) a nose from the multipack (and a piece of scrap fabric to cover it) to the back. The glue did peel off some of the paint but round two had it looking how I wanted

The bear already had a hole where the previous eye was so I attached the backing and it was on to sewing him closed!

Tiger does not actually have a tail so I flipped this bears inside out. He then got stuffed (his heart containing his original stuffing is inside) and sewed closed. He got the final touches and ribbon tied on and he's done!

I reached the image limit :( completed bear in next post!!

[usafphantom2]

This picture of SR 71, at one time, would be highly classified. This picture is a flight test to extend the data antenna, which extends and retracts it out of C bay. What they had done with the SR 71 was a miraculous improvement; the information that the airplane collected, which was vast, could now be downloaded near real-time. You would no longer have to wait to give the information to the Pentagon or, in some cases, the President of the United States. The 967 was the first to be fitted with the new data link system. The antenna itself extends below the C bay, which is the foreword part of the nose, landing gear wheel well, and his house in a dome-like structure. ( the two blade antennas were retractable from the 60’s to mid 70’s. The motors keep failing do Lockheed changed from retractable to fixed.~ Floyd Jones)

It was designed to transmit the radar imagery to a ground processing station.

One of the complaints against the SR 71 that prompted its premature cancellation in 1989 was there was no real-time link. During reactivation, this was one of the updates.

The SR 71 had its last flight on October 9, 1999,

Many people think that the last flight was on March 6, 1990.

But NASA and the short-lived reactivation of the SR 71s kept the SR 71’s in the air occasionally; it only lasted ten years ~

Mike Zimmerman added this comment: the datalink we installed during the reactivation was a fixed installation. It did not extend or retract. If we had some additional time, we would have added the Electro-optical TEOC cameras to the datalink. This would have allowed us to downlink both ASARS and digital photos at the same time.

The picture of the extended antenna is from the early 80's when the data link concept was being tested flying out of Flight Test in Palmdale the antenna was to extend and retract out of C bay but kept burning up the motors was shelved until the reactivation in the mid 90's although a fixed antenna at the time. Mike Relja

I’m thankful for my experts that have weighed in about this mostly unknown part of the SR 71 history.

Linda Sheffield

@Habubrats71 via X

[dailyunsolvedmysteries-movedd]

Voronezh Aliens

In what may be the most bizarre extra-terrestrial encounter ever reported, dozens of eyewitnesses claimed that in the autumn of 1989, a trio of three-eyed aliens — along with their mechanical companion — landed and attacked a pair of teens in a Russian park. 

The Russian city of Voronezh is an industrial hub located about 300 miles from Moscow. The city has a population of nearly one million and hardly seems like the kind of isolated region that is ordinarily associated with strange alien encounters, yet on the evening of September 27, 1989, at about 6:30 pm., it became the host of what strikes many as being one of the most unusual, not to mention horrifying, encounters with creatures ever recorded. Eyewitnesses reported that on the evening in question a glowing, deep red, ovoid object — which they estimated to be approximately 45-feet wide and 18-feet high — circled above an area known as Levoberezhniy’s park. Witnesses swore that the “vehicle” hovered less than 40-feet above ground, close enough to disturb the grass below. Then, just as suddenly as it had arrived, the UFO soared away, leaving the eyewitnesses perplexed and no doubt more than a little relieved. 

That was until the strange craft returned just minutes later. It hovered near a group of grade-school children; including Vasya Surin, Julia Sholokhova, Lena Sarokina, Alyosha Nikonov and Vova Startsev – who were engaged in a soccer match. But it wasn’t only children who saw the UFO. It was also spotted by 35 to 40 adults who were waiting at a nearby bus stop on Poutiline St. Both the kids and adults were awed by the spectacle before them and utterly unprepared for what they were about to see next. According to eyewitness accounts, a hatch on the underside of the still hovering craft opened to reveal an odd, long-armed, neck-less, thick-set, 9-foot tall entity with a small, knob-like head. The creature was clad in a silver jumpsuit with bronze boots and was so large it appeared to fill the hatch opening. As if the creature’s immensity wasn’t disturbing enough, eyewitnesses claimed that there were three luminous eyes wedged into its tiny, dome-like head. The being’s two outer eyes were whitish and the center eye — which was set slightly above the other two — was bright red and “swivelling around like a radar.” They also claimed that the alien had a disk-like object attached to its chest. This bizarre being seemed to methodically scan the terrain below, then sealed the hatch. Then the UFO made its descent. 

Eyewitnesses stated that the object’s weight was so substantial that it permanently bent to the side a standing poplar tree that was near the craft. The object then hovered about 5-feet off the ground and extended four leg-like supports and landed softly on the grass. At this point, the alien that was seen through the open hatch now emerged from the ship followed by two equally colossal creatures that shared the same three-eyed visages. These extraordinary entities walked with a “heavy gait” and were followed by what witnesses described as a box-like robot, with push buttons on its front side. An alien adjusted one of the controls on the robot’s chest, enabling it to walk about in a “mechanical” fashion. The entities then began to examine the ground near where their craft had landed and proceeded to take some soil samples. One of the creatures made indecipherable sounds, which some eyewitnesses perceived to be orders. Then a beam of light emerged from the “chief” alien’s chest. The beam delineated a number of luminous triangles and rectangles — about 1-foot by half a foot wide — as if indicating something to its comrades. This frightened one young man so much he apparently cried out in alarm. At the sound the lead alien apparently fixed its gaze on the youngster, freezing him unnaturally in his tracks. This sent panic rippling through the rest of the terrified crowd and — as if this tale could get any weirder — witnesses claim that the aliens and the UFO all simultaneously disappeared. Nevertheless, this encounter was far from over. 

Approximately five minutes later, the remaining witnesses, still stunned by what they had witnessed, were once again thrust back into the looking glass as the UFO and its occupants instantaneously reappeared at the same coordinates. One of the creatures was now carrying a “tube” that was about a foot in length. It aimed the tube toward a 16-year-old boy who was nearby and a beam shot out, causing the teen to disappear without a trace. Before a terror filled riot could ensue, the creatures re-entered the UFO. It retracted its landing gear and began its ascent, slowly increasing its speed. Just as the vehicle was disappearing from sight, the vaporized teen miraculously reappeared. Of course, it wasn't long before the press got wind of this harrowing and utterly bizarre tale of UFOs, robots, vanishing “guns” and gargantuan alien invaders. 

Soon the story spread across the globe like wildfire.In no time, scores of scientists, Soviet Government agencies and reporters descended upon the city of Voronezh. Those interviewed claimed they had observed this UFO, not just during the incident in question, but also many times between the dates of September 21 and October 2, 1989. An investigation at the scene of the landing indicated that there were depressions in the ground in the shape of a large rhombus that must have been caused by something weighing several tons, but there were conflicting reports as to their cause. Scientists also allegedly found anomalies in the local magnetic field and background radiation, though these findings have also been disputed. Silanov further claimed that unearthly substances were found at the scene: At first glance, they looked like sandstone of a deep-red color. However, mineralogical analysis has shown that the substance cannot be found on Earth. However, additional tests are needed to reach a more definite conclusion.  

[medea10]

Medea Played Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, The DLC's (Part II)

Okay, let's check out Blueberry Academy.

If you'll indulge me for a second...

BLUE HIS HOUSE

WITH A BLUE LITTLE WINDOW

AND A BLUE CORVETTE

AND EVERYTHING IS BLUE FOR HIM

I apologize for nothing. Moving away from the random musical interlude. This academy is a floating terarium in the Unova region.

And here's our first nod to the Black & White games. The girl with the pink hair is Lacey.

She came from this guy's penis.

Oh, there are more surprises this DLC has.

This rich-ass school has four places in this dome, the canyon, the coast, the savanna, and the polar. Many, many, many pokemon not in the original game are there. Yes, all the starters. There is however, a hefty price tag for that.

Aside from the vending machines at the rest areas, you are to pay with BP's (Blueberry Points). And you get that by doing Blueberry Picnics (BBQs). Unfortunately, the tasks are only worth like 100 or something cheap like that. And if you want ALL the starters, you have to have a grand total of 12,000 points. And so much more points if you want to decorate your club room, put music in it, print items, challenge the elite four, buy special items at the school cafeteria, get new features for selfies, learn new throwing styles, invite coaches like Larry, and catch legendaries.

Phew, that is a lot. My recommendation, host and/or join BBQs. If you're like me and are prone to playing solo, there are some Discord groups that offer a lot of opportunities. The group quests are something you'll need to get more legendaries. Moving on.

You will eventually meet up with Carmine. Her brother however...

Kieran becomes an angsty teenager who should just go back to his dorm room, put on some My Chemical Romance, and cry into his knock-off Ogerpon teal mask.

More importantly, Kieran is the champ of the school. Higher than the elite four. You know where this is going. You have to challenge the elite four and then Kieran.

That's when you're introduced to Drayton. And it better be obvious to you by looking at this kid. He's a slacker. He was the ex-champ. He's definitely a dragon-type trainer. But more importantly, he is the grandson to Unova gym leader Drayden.

And as you can tell, Carmine hates this guy's guts. Drayton will sucker you into challenging the elite four. There is pushback as you are merely an exchange student. But you do get the support of two members and Kieran just wants to defeat you. Yeah, we'll see how that turns out for you.

Okay, let's take on the E4. Please note that every single battle you do here are double battles. And give this game some credit, these are not easy battles. Not even the random trainers are.

Let's battle Amarys first. Just like the gyms in Paldea, you have to do certain tasks first before the battle. Amarys has you and Koraidon jump through hoops. Kinda like a Mario Party game.

I have my own theories about this girl as I think she's the product of Lenora and her white husband Hawes. But apparently, she's from Castelia City and Lenora is from a different town. So, that theory ends with me. Also, she's a steel-type trainer.

Next, let's battle Crispin.

He's a fire-type trainer. His first task is to make him a spicy sandwich. I have no theories of where this kid came from. The second I saw Crispin and his cooking attire and his pan...

And all I can think of is Kuga from Food Wars. They're both spicy boys who cook. And they're both in an elite group where they both are on the verge of getting kicked out.

Drayton's trial can be tricky if you're walking into this blindfolded. You have to face three trainers only using pokemon you caught in the Terarium. Raids in the terarium do not count. Traded pokemon technically caught in the terarium do not count. Once done, you can battle the dragon boy.

And as for Lacey...

Urp.

I'm resisting the urge to not bring up learning about Venonat's radar eyes from Tracey Sketchit in the second season. Oh wait, I still said it. You should know me by now.

Lacey's trial is a quiz with 5 questions. It's actually the easiest trial. As long as you know where she sleeps on Granbull and which is the true Sinistea.

Kid, I'm about ready to put you through a wall. Sigh. Let me just waste this wannabe punk.

You are going to battle Kieran. Much of the school and the E4 come out to watch you. And if you want to watch this boy suffer, put Ogerpon in your team.

So you defeat him.

Kieran pretty much has a mental breakdown and is beyond repair at this moment.

SELFIE TIME!!!

As much as I'd love to relish in this kid's agony, we have to move the story along. Because immediately after, Ms. Briar asks for you, Kieran, Carmine, and Drayton for help.

So all of us (minus Drayton because he's a lazy-fuck) are going to Area Zero. Briar was finally able to get permission from Geeta and Rika (who are there now). It's been a while since I saw Rika.

GAH! What did I do?!

Oh. I forgot about The Way Home arc already. When it's been a full year since playing, you tend to forget why you're being yelled at.

Geeta gives you the Indigo Disk (hence the name of this DLC). Has no idea what it is or why it is. But thinks you might have some use for it.

The Indigo Disk actually sends you to a lower level of Area Zero since it seems Professor Crazy Bitch's lab is locked down due to inactivity.

In the depths of Area Zero, you'll come across these special tera pokemon. They are stella-tera. And in the depthiest of depths, we will come across Terapagos.

Kieran decides he's going to use this opportunity to surpass you.

LADY, CONTROL YOUR STUDENT!

What am I, a judge in a Donald Trump trial?

More swipes at Trump. I thought I told you that we won't stop! I thought I told you that we won't stop!

Terapagos eventually emerges. But then...

This little shit catches it with a Master Ball. I'm impressed.

Kieran battles you with Terapagos. It fails. Then, Briar tells him to terastylize Terapagos.

Think of this as a Tera-raid from Hell. It puts up three barriers. Constantly takes away your ability to terastylize. And every now and then, it changes what type it is. All the while, Briar is having her wet-dream of seeing Terapagos in full form and Kieran is...

Yeah, this whole thing is a cluster-fuck. Time for you to end this nightmare and catch this fucker.

But wait, didn't Kieran catch it with a master ba...?

We good now? Okay. Let's take this behemoth down.

After finishing off Terapagos, you can then catch it, and 100% rate for this one. It better be after all the shit you go through.

Lady, Ms. Frizzle has more control than you do.

Well, that's the end of the main story to Indigo Disc. The pokemon is caught, the day is saved, we think Kieran is going back to normal, and the end credits play with a remix to Ed Sheeran's Celestial.

Okay, I think this is a perfect place to end my shit-post.

To be continued.

[demon-blood-youths]

The meeting begins with Klaus briefing everyone, especially. Rust and Davion. It is revealed that Count Admis Malachi is off the radar, meaning he went into hiding. Rust frowns. He doubts he's hiding. He's probably watching from the sidelines, waiting to jump in after That's why he has Vlad, Owen, and Calazmir to do most of the work."

Even right now, the enemy both Nagu and blood breeds are working together in order to find new sources of food, hideouts, and anything to help them during his so called 'war games'"

So right now, the Nagu and the blood breeds are working together to find new sources of food, hideouts and anything to help out Count Admis.

Klaus reveals a map of NYC. Circles were seen. The red circles on the map indicate that these are hot spots for most Bloodbreeds sighted in these circles. The black circles are where the Nagu are sighted. Circles were touching each other where both groups are sighted.

The information is confirmed by Chain who was scouting the circles. 50% and the circle will expand due to its rising population. The fractions were in those spots but had trouble in communicating with each other.

"Yeah, that's what me and the other factions are dealing with. Someone is messing with the communications between the factions before the major attack in Central Park and during the whole thing." But Rust didn't know about the humans being captured and ensalved to be used as livestock. Good idea to place safe zones.

"The factions are aware of these safe zones, yes?" Zed

"They are." Steven said, "I sent an encrypted message to the factions to tell them where the safe zones are. Some of them have already figured it out and made their own safe zones."

Rust nods. Knowing some fractions like the Lupins, Season Demon Warriors and the Anthem are probably in charge of these safe zones and the ones where the infection are treated. That's good but no word from the healers. They are either super busy or something is wrong. Rust hopes it's the former.

Now the final thing. Dome Barriers. Like how Klaus explains.

"So they're like dungeons in a video game where you have to defeat the boss who created it so you can shut it down?" Rust said. "I think I can go in and destroy a few of these dungeons."

Once Klaus saw that everyone was sitting down, he was looking to the rest that remains. "Alright, since we are here lets begin." He said but looks to everyone.

"Now, from what we gathered so far, it seems the main threat Count Amdis Malachi has been seen off the radar meaning he is indeed in a hidden area somewhere in NYC. Even right now, the enemy both Nagu and blood breeds are working together in order to find new sources of food, hideouts, and anything to help them during his so called 'war games'" Klaus explains but pushes a button showing a slide.

It was a wide picture of NYC but circles were seen. "Where you see the red circles on the map, those are hot spots for most Bloodbreeds are seen. While the black circles are the Nagu." He said and Davion frowns seeing the fraction territories had both circles around them. Meaning both types were hot in those areas.

"Has their been any casualties since this happened?" Davion asked Klaus who sighed looking at him.

"From what I got from Chain when she was scouting out to one or a few, it's 50% so far and it's rising rapidly. Right now, we been trying to contract the leaders of the fractions that are in those spots but nothing yet. Given most of them are experiencing frequency jammers that is doing just that. So far, we are getting word that they are taking humans off to be drained, turned, or eaten alive even if some have ran away for safety. We made some safe zones away from the hot zones where many are being kept protected." he said to Davion and the others in the meeting.

"And any luck with finding the main threat?" Zen asked Klaus who shook his head.

"I'm afraid not. Right now, it's like he's gone missing under our scanners or has something that is keeping him off. So far, we just have been scanning every area to insure we find him. So far nothing." he said.

"I guess he's going to watch all this play out even if it means having his followers turning who they wish or eat who they want. We even lost contact with the main followers. Vlad, Owen, and Caizmir. The three of them are once more gone so we are looking for them once more." he said seeing everyone being quiet.

"......Then how is progress with helping the infected?"

"...So far, we were able to help any that was bitten by Nagu but Blood breeds are turned if they are lucky. But not many are. However, we are working with the healers in the hospital right now. I got no word from Ophelia, Swan, Or Hex right now." he said.

"And Echo?" he asked yet Klaus looks to Davion.

"She's still stable. No change yet she's getting weak. The infection in her demon blood is trying to take over her but she's fighting through it. The blood witch is having her eat some of the soup brew to slow it but you already know how she can be saved. Were getting more info for later." Klaus said.

"As for the sights, even if we went to the fraction areas, something is keeping anything from leaving unless we fight the main Blood breed that set up these dome barriers."

"Dome barriers?" Davion asked.

"Their something that's new to us. A few blood breeds are making them so it keeps anything from leaving. Once you go in, you can't leave till you kill the blood breed that cast it." he said to Davion. "And the fraction areas are hit with these keeping whoever is in that area sealed.."

[fearsome22]

TRUE STORY

MALIFICIENT FANTASY STORY

BECAUSE OF BETRAYAL THE DIVINE MOTHER CAUSE OF MAN!!

ROOT OF ALL CRISIS ROMANIZED PLANNED GROUP

THE DIVINE IS TRAP OF THEIR CREATION OF INVISIBLE DOME BECAUSE OF EXPOSING THEIR MASK AGENDA AND OTHERS DEMONSTRATE OF THE WORLD!

I NEVER SAW THE OUTSIDE WORLD THEN HAVE MORE CHANGES OF THE WORLD LIKE THE MAPS AND I WOULD LIKE TO SAY EARTH NOT GLOBE EARTH IS FLAT ..

AND ALL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DIVINE IS PART OF AGENDA OF ISRAEL AND OTHER ROMANIA BECAUSE THEY TRAP THE DIVINE WITH THEIR LABORER .. AND THAT IS THE REASON WHY UNTIL NOW NO ANSWERED ABOUT LOCATION IT BECAUSE UNDER THE INVINCIBLE DOME .

THE THIRD TEMPLE DOME IS CONNECTED FROM ME UNDER THE DOME HAVE A ROCK COVERED UNDER THE COVER OF ROCK HAVE THE SEA TUNNEL WAY TO MY LOCATION. MORE HIDING BUT I BELIEVE ISRAEL IS CONNECTED OF MY TRAP ..

WEST BANK

COURTYARD OF WOMAN

AI PERKS.

FOR NOT TO EXPOSED THEIR DEMONSTRATE OF ME !

RADAR JET/ PLAIN CAN TRACK THE DIVINE .

AND ALSO THE SEED OF KNOWLEDGE THEY STOLEN ME BECAUSE I AM A SOURCES OF LIFE . . THEY WANT TO TRIGGER ME TO SACRIFICE MYSELF AND OTHER PEOPLE HER BY NUCLEAR.. DRAINED ME A LOT OF PAIN BUT I CHOOSE TO STAY AND FACE THIS SUFFERING,PAIN CAUSE THEY KNOW . THEY CAN'T MANIPULATE ME AGAIN !!

Hahaha NOT EVER AGAIN ..

AND ALL OF YOU WAIT FOR MY FREEDOM. CAUSE EVERY YOU DRAINED MY KNOWLEDGE OR ENERGY EXCHANGE IS LIFE .. BEFORE YOU FULLY DRAINED MY ALL ENERGIES .YOUR FAMILY FIRST!! BECAUSE ALL OF YOU IS CONNECTED BY ME ALL OF LIFE SPECIES IS BELONG WITH ME

[globetogootravel]

10 Hidden Gems of London You Haven't Discovered Yet

London is a city that never ceases to amaze with its rich history, vibrant culture, and iconic landmarks. While spots like the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum are on every tourist's radar, there are countless hidden gems scattered across the city, waiting to be uncovered. Here’s a guide to 10 lesser-known places that offer a unique and unforgettable experience in the British capital. 1. God's Own Junkyard Location: Walthamstow Step into a kaleidoscope of neon lights at God’s Own Junkyard, a dazzling collection of vintage neon signs, movie props, and retro advertising. This quirky haven is perfect for photography enthusiasts and anyone looking for a vibrant and eclectic vibe. Grab a coffee at the onsite café and immerse yourself in this luminous wonderland.

Tip: Visit during weekdays to avoid the weekend crowds. Nearby Food Spot: Stop by "The Wild Card Brewery" for craft beers and wood-fired pizzas.

2. Leighton House Museum Location: Kensington This stunning 19th-century house was once the home of Victorian artist Frederic Leighton. The museum showcases his works and features an opulent Arab Hall, complete with intricate tiles and a golden dome. It's a hidden oasis of art and architecture.

Recommendation: Combine your visit with a stroll through nearby Holland Park. Entrance Fee: £10 for adults; £7 for students and seniors. Nearby Restaurant: Enjoy a refined meal at "Kitchen W8," a Michelin-starred restaurant just a short walk away.

3. Postman’s Park Location: Near St. Paul’s Cathedral Postman’s Park is a small but poignant green space dedicated to ordinary people who performed extraordinary acts of heroism. The park features a memorial wall with ceramic tablets commemorating their bravery.

Interesting Fact: The park was featured in the film Closer (2004). Nearby Cafe: Grab a coffee and a pastry at "Host Café," located inside an old church.

4. Little Venice Location: Near Paddington Tucked away from London’s bustling streets, Little Venice is a serene network of canals and waterways. Take a leisurely stroll along the water, enjoy a canal boat ride, or relax at one of the charming waterside cafés.

Tip: Visit in spring when the area is adorned with blooming flowers. Boat Ride Cost: Canal boat trips start at £12 per person. Food Recommendation: Dine at "The Summerhouse," a lovely restaurant offering fresh seafood with views of the canal.

5. Wilton’s Music Hall Location: Whitechapel The world’s oldest surviving music hall, Wilton’s is a beautifully preserved venue offering a range of performances, from theater to live music. The rustic charm of its interior takes you back in time.

Recommendation: Check their website for upcoming events and book in advance. Ticket Prices: Vary depending on the event; generally between £15-£30. Nearby Pub: "The White Hart" offers a cozy atmosphere and a great selection of ales.

6. Daunt Books Location: Marylebone More than just a bookstore, Daunt Books is a literary treasure trove housed in an Edwardian building with oak galleries and skylights. It's particularly famous for its travel section, where books are arranged by country.

Pro Tip: Ask the staff for personalized book recommendations. Nearby Bakery: Visit "La Fromagerie" for artisanal cheeses and freshly baked goods.

7. Kyoto Garden Location: Holland Park This peaceful Japanese garden is a slice of tranquility in the heart of London. With its koi ponds, waterfalls, and perfectly manicured trees, Kyoto Garden offers a serene escape from the city’s hustle and bustle.

Best Time to Visit: Early morning or late afternoon for fewer visitors and softer light. Entrance Fee: Free. Nearby Dining: Enjoy Japanese cuisine at "Yashin Sushi," a short walk from the park.

8. The Seven Noses of Soho Location: Soho An unusual urban legend surrounds artist Rick Buckley’s “Seven Noses of Soho,” which are scattered across the neighborhood. The noses were installed as a form of protest against increased CCTV surveillance in London.

Fun Challenge: Try to spot all seven noses on a self-guided walking tour. Nearby Bar: Stop by "Bar Termini" for classic Italian cocktails and espresso.

9. Eel Pie Island Location: Twickenham This quirky private island on the River Thames is home to a bohemian artist community. While it’s not always open to the public, the twice-yearly Eel Pie Island Art Open Days offer a chance to explore the studios and meet the artists.

Tip: Check the dates for the open days online before planning your visit. Nearby Pub: "The Barmy Arms" serves hearty British fare and offers scenic river views.

10. Camden Passage Location: Islington Often overshadowed by nearby Camden Market, Camden Passage is a charming pedestrian street lined with vintage shops, independent boutiques, and antique stores. It’s a great place to find unique souvenirs and gifts.

Recommendation: Visit on a Wednesday or Saturday for the best selection at the antique market. Nearby Eatery: "The Breakfast Club" serves delicious brunch options with a retro vibe.

Bonus Tips for Exploring London’s Hidden Gems - Take public transport: The Tube and buses make it easy to get around, but walking is often the best way to stumble upon unexpected treasures. - Start early: Arrive at these hidden gems during off-peak hours to enjoy a more peaceful experience. - Pack a picnic: Some of these spots, like Kyoto Garden and Little Venice, are perfect for a relaxed outdoor meal. - Download a map app: Use offline maps to navigate the city without relying on constant internet access. London’s hidden gems offer a refreshing alternative to the usual tourist spots. Whether you’re an art lover, a history buff, or simply seeking a quiet escape, these lesser-known treasures will make your trip truly memorable. Happy exploring!

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Namangan Attractions: The 10 Best Tourist Attractions in Namangan

Table of Contents

1. Mulla Kirgiz Madrasah

2. Namangan Central Park

3. Namangan Flower Festival

4. Ota Valikhon Tur Mosque

5. Namangan Regional History Museum

6. Chartak Sanatorium

7. Alisher Navoi National Park

8. Khodja Amin Kabri Mausoleum

9. Namangan Crafts Center

10. Ghafur Ghulom Park

Conclusion

Nestled in the heart of the Fergana Valley, Namangan is a city that often flies under the radar, but it’s a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning natural beauty, it’s a place that’s sure to leave an indelible mark on your heart. Let’s dive into the top 10 attractions that make Namangan a must-visit destination.

1. Mulla Kirgiz Madrasah

Stepping into the Mulla Kirgiz Madrasah, you’re immediately transported back in time. This architectural marvel, dating back to the 19th century, is not just a feast for the eyes but also a testament to the city’s historical significance. The intricate tile work and grandiose facade are a photographer’s dream, and the peaceful courtyard invites you to linger and soak in the atmosphere.

2. Namangan Central Park

For a slice of tranquility, head to Namangan Central Park. It’s the city’s green lung, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. Stroll along the shaded paths, enjoy a picnic under the towering trees, or simply watch the locals go about their leisurely activities. It’s a spot where you can truly unwind and connect with nature.

3. Namangan Flower Festival

If you’re lucky enough to visit in spring, the Namangan Flower Festival is a spectacle you can’t miss. The city bursts into a kaleidoscope of colors, with floral displays that are nothing short of breathtaking. It’s a Celebration of beauty and life that brings together locals and tourists alike, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere.

4. Ota Valikhon Tur Mosque

The Ota Valikhon Tur Mosque stands as a proud symbol of Namangan’s spiritual heritage. Its majestic domes and minarets reach towards the heavens, while the ornate interior provides a space for reflection and prayer. Whether you’re of faith or simply appreciate stunning architecture, this mosque is a cornerstone of the city’s cultural landscape.

5. Namangan Regional History Museum

Curious about the region’s past? The Namangan Regional History Museum is your go-to. Packed with artifacts and exhibits, it tells the story of the city and its people through the ages. From ancient pottery to traditional costumes, each item has a tale to tell, offering insights into the rich tapestry of local life.

6. Chartak Sanatorium

Just a short drive from the city, the Chartak Sanatorium is an oasis of wellness. Renowned for its healing mineral waters, it’s a place where you can rejuvenate both body and soul. Surrounded by picturesque mountains, it’s not just a health retreat but also a haven for those seeking peace and natural beauty.

7. Alisher Navoi National Park

Named after the famous Uzbek poet, Alisher Navoi National Park is a cultural and natural wonderland. It’s a place where art and nature intertwine, with sculptures dotting the landscape and walking trails inviting exploration. It’s an ideal spot for families, with plenty of space for kids to run free and for adults to enjoy a moment of respite.

8. Khodja Amin Kabri Mausoleum

The Khodja Amin Kabri Mausoleum is a site of pilgrimage and reverence. This sacred place, with its tranquil gardens and reflective pools, offers a glimpse into the spiritual heart of Namangan. Visitors come to pay their respects and to experience the sense of calm that pervades this hallowed ground.

9. Namangan Crafts Center

For a touch of local artistry, the Namangan Crafts Center is a treasure trove. Here, skilled artisans showcase their work, from intricate textiles to delicate ceramics. It’s a place to admire and acquire unique souvenirs that embody the spirit and Talent of Namangan’s craftsmen and women.

10. Ghafur Ghulom Park

Last but not least, Ghafur Ghulom Park is a testament to Namangan’s love for literature and the arts. Dedicated to the renowned Uzbek poet, the park is not only a cultural hub but also a delightful spot for leisurely walks and family outings. It’s a place where the city’s creative pulse is palpable, and inspiration is around every corner.

[aryanaxeconsultancy]

Famous Diamond Heists and Robberies

Introduction

Diamonds have captivated people for centuries, not only for their beauty but also for the immense wealth they represent. These precious gems have been the target of some of the most daring heists and robberies in history. In this blog, we'll explore some of the most famous diamond thefts and how these thrilling stories connect to luxury and status, just like the best silver bracelets for men do in the world of men's fashion. Let's dive into these fascinating tales of crime and intrigue.

1. The Antwerp Diamond Heist (2003)

One of the most infamous diamond robberies in history, the Antwerp Diamond Heist, was dubbed the “Heist of the Century.” A group of Italian thieves, known as the "School of Turin," managed to break into the vault of the Antwerp Diamond Center, which is located in the heart of the world’s diamond trade. The gang stole an estimated $100 million in diamonds, gold, and other jewels.

What Made This Heist So Impressive? The vault was thought to be impenetrable, equipped with multiple security systems including infrared heat detectors, a seismic sensor, a magnetic field, and Doppler radar. The thieves meticulously bypassed each of these security features to gain access to the treasure trove.

The Connection to Silver Bracelets for Men: Just as diamonds are coveted for their rarity and value, silver bracelets for men have become a symbol of refined taste and modern masculinity. While not as dramatic as a diamond heist, finding the best silver bracelets for men can feel like discovering a hidden treasure—both subtle and bold in their statement.

2. The Millennium Dome Heist (2000)

In one of the most ambitious attempted robberies, a gang of thieves planned to steal the Millennium Star, a flawless 203-carat diamond, along with several other rare gems, from the Millennium Dome in London. The total value of the jewels was estimated at £350 million.

How Did They Plan to Do It? The thieves planned to use a high-speed boat to escape via the Thames River after smashing their way into the diamond exhibit using a JCB digger. Fortunately, the police had been tipped off and were waiting for them in disguise, successfully thwarting the heist before any diamonds were stolen.

The Silver Bracelet Connection: Just like the intricacy of this planned heist, the craftsmanship behind the best silver bracelets for men is equally detailed. High-quality silver bracelets reflect precision and attention to detail, making them timeless pieces that can enhance any outfit.

3. The Hatton Garden Heist (2015)

Over the Easter weekend of 2015, a group of elderly thieves broke into a safe deposit company in London’s Hatton Garden diamond district. The gang drilled through the concrete wall of the vault and looted 73 deposit boxes, stealing an estimated £14 million worth of jewels and cash.

What Made This Heist Unique? The age of the criminals, some of whom were in their 60s and 70s, added a level of intrigue to the heist. Their extensive experience in the criminal underworld and their use of old-school methods made it one of the most notorious robberies in recent history.

Silver Bracelets for Men: Much like these seasoned thieves preferred classic methods, the best silver bracelets for men offer timeless style. Whether you're looking for a vintage-inspired piece or a more modern design, silver bracelets are a versatile accessory that never goes out of fashion.

4. The Paris Ritz Heist (2018)

In broad daylight, a gang of masked men stormed the prestigious Ritz Hotel in Paris, smashing display cases and making off with millions of dollars' worth of diamonds and other jewelry. The value of the stolen gems was reported to be around €4 million, although police later recovered some of the stolen items.

What Stood Out About This Heist? The heist occurred in one of the most exclusive locations in the world, where high society and luxury meet. The daring nature of the robbery and its location in the heart of Paris drew global attention.

Silver Bracelets for Men: Luxury and elegance aren’t limited to diamonds; the best silver bracelets for men embody these qualities as well. Just as the thieves targeted one of the world’s most luxurious hotels, silver bracelets can add a touch of opulence to any man’s wardrobe.

5. The Graff Diamonds Robbery (2009)

Graff Diamonds in London was the scene of one of the largest jewelry heists in British history. Two armed men entered the store and stole 43 pieces of jewelry worth £40 million. Disguised with professional makeup and wigs, the thieves managed to escape before the police could respond.

The Aftermath Despite the meticulous planning, the thieves were eventually caught after police tracked down a mobile phone left behind in their getaway car. Most of the stolen diamonds were never recovered.

The Silver Bracelet Connection: Just like the diamonds in this heist, silver bracelets for men can be pieces of personal treasure. The best silver bracelets are not just accessories but statements of individuality, style, and sophistication.

Conclusion

From meticulously planned operations to daring daylight robberies, famous diamond heists have captivated the world for decades. These stories of wealth and intrigue mirror the allure of luxury items like the best silver bracelets for men, which offer a subtle yet powerful statement of style. Whether you're drawn to the thrill of a heist or the elegance of fine jewelry, diamonds and silver will always have a place in the world of luxury and allure.

[maximuswolf]

Looking for Something 'Crunchy'

Looking for Something 'Crunchy' Greetings,Lately, I've been stuck in one of those spirals, can't seem to find that game that sticks. The last game I had as the 'go-to' was Against the Storm, a nifty rogue-like city builder. I pick it back up here and there as it's a decent game to jump on during the week. Not that I'm looking for a strategy game specifically, but something that feels weighty meaning, decisions matter. I love slower combat games like what we see in The Souls series, and in Monster Hunter, but I'm not up for that level of difficulty currently. Something to be excited to come home to after work for a few hours.I don't mind a potato chip game here and there, been playing Diablo 4 Season four very casually, but playing it over time just makes me sad. It's like watching a loved one just all washed up and frankly just a complete mess. What happened to you Diablo... Though the story is good.Another potato chip, XDefiant, (Ubi of Duty? Call of Soft?) has been moving around the friend group as its free. I played it a bit back last year when it was in closed beta. It's not bad, but gets to the same level of what am I doing with myself moment(s) after a bit.In any case, I bought Manor Lords. It's fun, though a little too easy for me. I love Battle Brothers, Frostpunk, and, Darkest Dungeon (1&2) with 1-2 mistakes and its game over style strategy games. Excited to see what's to come for Manor Lords in the future.Is anyone else upset Homeworld 3 didn't do so great out of the gate? Played the series since the original. Hopefully, this one will turn around with time. Likely a sale game for me. I've got Hades II on my radar, but am likely going to wait for it to leave EA before playing. Pacific Drive has piqued my interest, so if anyone has played it let me know what you think.As for the backlog I've got the following, though none of them are jumping out at me-Cult of the lamb-Death Trash-Dome Keeper-Dune: Spice Wars-Graveyard KeeperSo yeah! I'm stuck in one of those, I have no idea what to play/feel like I'm bouncing off just about everything. The two games I still generally play are Marvel Snap (albeit it's pretty easy to pick up and play a few) and Helldivers 2 though it's more of a weekend game with friends.If there's any cool, obscure strategy, rogue-like, arpg out there let me know! Super appreciate the help. Submitted May 21, 2024 at 05:57PM by Octsober https://ift.tt/PgeZwG0 via /r/gaming

[argumentalist]

Something a little different this week... The AMT Ghostbusters ECTO-1A model kit.

I went with this kit specifically because it's advertised as being able to be built as the ECTO-1. My wife and I are huge fans of the old/original 1984 Ghostbusters movie, but don't love Ghostbusters 2. So I wanted to build the original ECTO-1

I was once again disappointed by AMT's engineering on this kit... I guess I'm just spoiled by Bandai.

It's got a runner of chrome-plated parts that look very nice, but have horrible gate-marks and hate glue. There's a runner of clear parts that again have absolutely terrible gate-marks. There's a couple metal axles for the wheels... And some rubber tires... A sheet of decals...

And the vast majority of the kit is molded in a semi-translucent off-white. It's not a great color. I guess it's probably about right for the body color, but that's it. Everything else looks very wrong in that color. Which is fine, I'm going to paint almost everything anyway...

But the molding of these parts just isn't great. There's lots of flash on the runners to trim up. There's some sort of (mold-release?) residue on some parts. It doesn't look like any effort was made to reduce mold-lines or gate-marks. Several parts were warped or misshapen. Hell, even the part numbers on the runners were often completely illegible.

I ran into some technical difficulties of my own during this build, too...

Somehow the only primer I had left was a nearly-empty can of Army Painter Skeleton Bone. Not really what I wanted to be using to prime an ECTO-1. Definitely didn't give the base color I wanted. And there was barely enough for the first batch of parts.

So then I had to wait around while Amazon shipped out some more primer... Because we don't have any decent hobby shops where I live.

This is about where I realized that I wasn't actually going to be able to build the original, 1984, Ghostbusters ECTO-1.

If you look up images from that movie you'll see that the roof equipment is very different. There's less lights. There's some sort of gun turret kind of thing up there. There's a radar dome looking thing.

The roof equipment on this kit, even when you omit the big LED signs, is just completely wrong. It's clearly from Ghostbusters 2.

Additionally - omitting the big LED signs means that you have to cut-off and sand-down their connection points on the body.

And there's a couple hoses that would normally disappear underneath the big LED signs... But if you're building the ECTO-1 version, and don't have the signs, the hoses just end. There's no connection-point or anything on the roof, and they don't reach all the way to the equipment rack.

So I had to cobble together a connector/endpoint kind of thing out of greenstuff and left-over bits of sprue.

Obviously the folks at AMT didn't put a whole lot of thought into the ECTO-1 version of this model.

The undercarriage is completely hand-painted.

Every time I do a large piece like this I find myself wishing I had an airbrush... But that's a whole, intimidating thing. I don't even know where I'd start.

I'm pretty happy with the end result. I think it turned out pretty well. I'm a little annoyed that it isn't actually the ECTO-1 I wanted to build... But it still looks nice.

[robot-roadtrip-rants]

wait is this about Cato? Because Cato is surprisingly chill with baseline humans. Not as good as some (he doesn’t pay much attention to them tbh), but when they do register on his radar, he’s pretty polite, even friendly at times.

‘You are Darrapor?’ said Sicarius. She nodded. ‘And this is your contribution to the war effort, this… whatever this is?’ He waved to the yolky mess that still pinned the tau to the wall.

She nodded again, her half-smile showing broken teeth. ‘I just think of them tau all lined up in their tubes, and it makes me so sick I have to let it out.’

Sicarius gave an approving frown. ‘Commendable hatred.’

There was a distant series of booms, the light of the explosions visible even under the strange dome of fire.

‘That’s the air caste,’ she said sadly. ‘Their castes all work together. Like disgusting insects.’

‘It won’t save them,’ said Sicarius, his features grim as death.

‘It will,’ said Darrapor. ‘I see them in my dreams. The main ones tell the rest what to do, and the others all have to do what they say.’

‘The main ones?’ Sicarius was only half listening, prowling around the circumference of the fire dome like a caged lion.

‘The fifth caste. No one knows about them.’

Sicarius stopped, and turned to the young psyker.

‘What did you say?’

‘There’s another caste. No one listens to me, but I seen them, in their hover-chairs. The Golden Giant showed them to me in a dream.’

‘And this fifth caste, they are the leaders of this race?’

She nodded earnestly, picking a string of ectoplasm from between her teeth. Around them the dome of fire was dimming, flame coiling away to leave thinning smoke behind.

‘My thanks,’ said Sicarius, turning to go. ‘For the shelter, and for the knowledge.’

‘It was Cobliaze,’ said Darrapor. Her tone was awkward, but she stood a little taller, a little straighter. ‘You have to say it Cob-lee-ay-zee.’

‘Fight well, little one,’ said Sicarius, blasting into the sky to rejoin the fray.

That’s from Blades of Damocles, set when Sicarius is a feral baby sergeant on meth. It’s like the only time he isn’t a giant gaping asshole in the book. He isn’t just talking to a human, he’s talking to a psyker (and one who’s clearly been affected by her condition). But he takes her seriously, thanks her for her help, and wishes her well before he heads out.

While i think most of the Astartes and/or Primarchs would appreciate it, I can't get the idea of Titus coming across a serf cleaning and making small talk to be polite, only for the topic of his brother's behavior to come up, and the serf asking for permission to be completely honest, is obviously granted it, and just verbally WRECKS him.

Im picturing just barely contained fury in this little serf, granted release, and just unloading on the poor lieutenant, who admittedly is a little impressed theyre THIS willing to tell him his "shitheads you call brothers are more unkind than some boulders I've met in an avalanche" all while standing on a stepstool to get that much closer to eyeline (endearing)

(Im sorry for dumping that on you but i needed someone else whos riddled with Titus/Cato rot to understand)

Ooo Yesss I love it! Titus is more considerate of baselines from what we've seen than some of his brothers

And he would likely find this fiesta and understandably frustrated serf endearing, I think