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Would someone be willing to makeover Greg for me? I have a vision in mind and I just can't seem to make it translate into what I want

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Second Round - Day Six (BB) 1 of 2

@belsasim, @corrienteallita, @cawthorntales, @hashimasims, @ravingsockmonkey, @pixeldistractions - Sim creators and co-writers

Bright and early, the household wakes up. Room order was randomised with Mariela and Harmony getting the ground floor rooms. A wheel was spun for type of shower the contestants would have (opportunity for energised, flirty or inspired moodlet) and whether they would brush their teeth (possible confident moodlet). Once they are finished getting ready they're sent to breakfast. Autonomy is toggled on and room doors are locked.

The order the contestants arrive at breakfast matters a little. Deanna compliments each of them in the order they arrive. Those who are talked to early seem to have more chance of fitting in autonomous socials with Deanna. They might fit in a joke, flirt or gossip between her complimenting others.

Mariela: Good morning Deanna *hugs*

Deanna: *chuckling* In a good mood I see

Mariela may be first to breakfast but she's followed soon by Harmony and Sarah who grab some of the available french toast.

Sarah: Oh hey the curtains are gone

Deanna: Yes. For the challenge today we'll be at another location so no need to block off that room

Kaye: I hope it's something outside again

Billie: Like who can paint the coastline best

Harmony gets up and hugs Deanna before getting her social for the day.

Dee: Harmony, Kaye and I finally checked out your show, Adventures of Skunkbert

Harmony: Dare I ask what you thought of it?

Kaye: It was great! We only watched three episodes so it's good we've got more to go

Billie: I really like the animation style you've used for it. But how does it keep going while you're here?

Harmony: I work on it on our days off and send the drafts to the rest of the production team

Mariela: If they give you any trouble refer them to me, I'm a pro at protests

Sarah: That's awesome. What have you protested for?

Mariela: *awkward chuckle* You know, I'm never entirely sure...

Kaye: To be fair there's always some protest happening around the city. I seem to run in to one whenever I'm out of the apartment

Sarah: The city seems exciting

Billie: I went to the art gallery last time I visited, it was great but still not much like I do

Dee: That's good though right? Means there's room for your work

Kaye: That's rather mellow for you Dee

Dee: What can I say? I woke up in a good mood. Plus I believe there's nothing you can't do if you just work hard enough for it

Deanna: Interesting theory

Mariela: Not everyone can work though. There's no shame in having conditions that prevent it

Everyone turned to look at Mariela, that was a serious statement from the resident goofball.

Mariela: Take Billie here, she can't help having green hair

Billie: *pulls faces* Don't be silly, it's dyed. No one has green hair naturally

Harmony: You do hear rumors about some spellcasters though...

Kaye: I don't know about just spellcasters, a lot of my extended family have interesting hair shades

Sarah: I like having colour in my hair, but it's definitely not natural

Deanna: I'd never dyed my hair before Devin took me shopping for a makeover

Harmony: I think I got lucky with my natural hair colour

Dee: The red looks nice

While Harmony, Mariela, Sarah and Dee stay chatting with Deanna, Billie and Kaye decide to head outside and play some simbles.

Billie: You're really just human even though your ears are... you know...

Kaye: *laughing* Pointy? Yep. Just human much to the horror of my mother

Devin: Hello everyone and welcome to Tartosa Gym. Today's challenge was picked by our pa, who is a fitness fan. Each of you has been tasked with completing the beginners endurance challenge on the rock wall. Fastest time wins. Good luck everyone

Devin hands it over to Aaron who gives a brief tutorial on how the rock wall works. It operates like a vertical treadmill, ticking over as contestants get closer to the top. Aaron takes everyone through some pre climb stretching to warm up, we need to be safe after all.

Aaron: I've picked this challenge because love is a marathon, not a sprint. You have to keep putting in the work if you want it to thrive. I'm looking forward to seeing who wins

Devin directs everyone to the right walls and the cameras position themselves.

Aaron: Any guesses who might win this one?

Deanna: I'm thinking Kaye. She's adventurous and she loves rock climbing. I mean I would be very surprised if she didn't win

Aaron: Care to tell me who you want to win?

Deanna: *laughs* Again? I'm not going to say it and jinx anyone pa

Mariela: I've seen those machines before. They're quite intimidating! I have to admit... I'm a little scared.

Harmony: I don't think it's a good idea for the clumsy girl to do this. But if it gives me a shot with Deanna I am game.

Billie: Hm. Rock climbing is pretty much the opposite to the painting challenge I was hoping for, but at least there are padded mats around!

Sarah: Whaaaat?!? There's gonna be an ambulance ready for me, right?

Dee: Now this is a challenge I can get behind! * flex *

Kaye: YES! I love rock climbing!

Despite strong starts both Mariela and Dee fall off the wall before completing the challenge. Luckily they make good landings, no broken bones here. Despite being clumsy Harmony does a fabulous job holding on and completes the challenge with a time of 37.58 seconds! Billie also completes the challenge with a slightly faster time of exactly 35 seconds.

Despite Sarah's call for an ambulance she doesn't fall. She completes the challenge in 33.65 seconds! Kaye, to no one's surprise really, is an expert on the wall! Her time? 23.19 seconds! Despite the fastest time Kaye has already had her date this round so it will be bonus points for her and a date win for Sarah.

Dee: I need a cold shower. Don't talk to me.

Mariela: Note to self: Stay away from Mt. Komorebi!

Dee: But we weren't even in Mt Komorebi

Mariela: Yeah and that's why we're not dead. Kaye told me about how her Uncle did on the real mountain *shudders*

Dee: Do I want to know?

Mariela: Despite rumors spellcasters aren't actually mind readers Dee

Harmony: That went about as well as I thought it would.

Billie: I'd rather paint the climbing wall than climb it again. Congratulations to Kaye, they were like a spider up there!

Harmony: She was so fast! Definitely done it before

Billie: But seriously, a painting challenge soon right?

Harmony: I might not do too bad at one of those

Billie: You're a professional animator, you'd be a challenger for sure

Villa renovation by @paracosmic-sims Gym build by @hashimasims

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I've wanted an amber fossil since I was a kid. Jurassic Park is o blame.

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The next few minutes were a whirlwind. Lots of yelling and hand squeezing and blood. But we got our first kid.

Doctor: Congratulations, first born appears to be a girl

Daniela: By! Did you hear that? A-

Her comments were cut off by sharp contractions, someone wanted to join their sister.

Doctor: Alright, well done mama. Second child is out, appears to be another girl

Daniela began giggling despite sounded exhausted.

Daniela: We did it, two kids

Byron: You did it sunshine. You were amazing

The doctor placed the second newborn on Daniela’s chest and I felt full of more love than I’d expected.

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While the doctors and nurses cleaned up Daniela’s lower half she gazed in amazement at our kids.

Daniela: I can’t believe... how did they both fit inside me?

Byron: *laughing* I have no idea Ela

Daniela: And two girls, I wonder if they’re identical

Byron: It’s a shame the ultrasound was inconclusive

Daniela: That’s okay, I guess we get to find out together. Oh By look, they’re trying to touch hands

Byron: I don’t think they can actually see sunshine

Daniela: I don’t care, they know each other is there. And you’re here with me

Byron: Nowhere else I’d be right now Ela

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I hate summer so much

96 degrees f should be a crime.

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Byron: You have to let them get weighed now

Daniela: *sighs* But they won’t be gone long?

Doctor: Don’t worry Mrs Delarosa, we can do it all in this room

Byron: I think Dylan and Delilah could still work with them both being girls

Daniela: *smiling* Me to. I like the idea of a girl called Dylan. Her middle name can be Sabrina since it’s more feminine than Salem, and Delilah’s can be...

Byron: I liked Samara

Daniela: Deal. Dylan Sabrina and her younger twin Delilah Samara

We watched as they checked both girls thoroughly. Delilah was slightly smaller but they weren’t concerned enough to make us stay in another night. I called our parents while the paperwork was sorted then we headed home.

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Etrigan and Troy are happy to announce that they're expecting x 3 !

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[Also, almost didn't make it before June was over but HAPPY PRIDE]

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Nova is the kind of fairy you always hear about in human tales, mischievous and cunning with a certain love for pranks and deception. Unfortunately he is also very clumsy so most of his pranks end up backfiring! Thankfully he can laugh it off, as his goofball nature allows him to deal with most situations in a fun and humorous way. Similarly, as a lovebug, he sees love in a not entirely serious light. He's honest and upfront about his feelings but takes rejection well and usually manages to spin it into a funny story to tell his fairy friends when they come visit him in his garden. His garden is his passion as he loves the outdoors, it's a place where spellcasters, werewolves and humans alike can gather plants both to use in potions and tinctures as well as for consumption. He expects no reward in return but anyone coming by has to expect him to suddenly appear in front of them or for him to pull the old "This costs money now" bait and switch. They always find the money back in their pockets once they leave. Nova grew up raised by a group of fairies, according to the "it takes a village" principle they all shared the burden and joys of raising little faelings. His fairy godmothers and godfathers loved each other freely and without boundaries and Nova thus feels the same about love, it's something to be given and shared freely. He is polyamorous and experiences no jealousy but he does only like male-framed sims. He chose to participate in this bachelor challenge because it sounded fun, plus he's not been the luckiest in dating himself (and thus can relate to Andrew in that) and too wishes to have his own connected group and perhaps even little faelings to raise with his mates! @cawthorntales I hope Andrew will like Nova, they look very different but they share common interests (and Nova should be attracted to him). I will send his files to you shortly!

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Introducing Keenan Cottrell for Andrew’s Fairy Bachelor Challenge by @cawthorntales!

Growing up, Keenan was always the class clown and lived for making those around him laugh. When he realized he could do that and get paid, becoming a world famous comedian became his dream! However, he's now discovering his natural goofball nature isn't enough to get his name out there. That's when he heard about Andrew's bachelor challenge and Keenan just knew that this would be just what he needed. A big break, maybe a new love and, since he doesn't actually believe in fairies, an interesting story or two to tell on stage.

Keenan's traits are Goofball, Bro, and Skeptical!

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Jasper Adair could have had a princess to call his... but she was stolen away by another. Jealousy consumed his heart after that.

But Jasper put in the work, and now he's trying to open his heart once more. Will he find the true loves he's looking for? Or will @cawthorntales Andrew break his heart all over again?

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Daniela: By... I’m scared

Byron: It’s okay Ela, I’m right here. I’m right beside you

Daniela: What if I’m too perky and they hate me?

Byron: That’s not going to happen, just focus on your breathing

Daniela: *deep breaths* What if they die? What if I die?

Doctor: Relax Mrs Delarosa, you are in skilled hands here

Byron: Let the worries go sunshine, give them all to me to handle. You focus on the present, I’ll worry about the future

Doctor: Okay, yes, the first one in crowning

Reminder in my sims worlds no one dies in pregnancy/birth, babies included. Daniela is just shaken because it is a LOT of pain.

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The doctor came to check Daniela’s dilation and let us know the plan.

Doctor: Alright... still got a couple of centimetres to go. You should both try rest if you can, I’ll be back in a couple of hours. I can’t see it happening any sooner. Then we’ll get on to the delivery

We thanked her and I made sure Daniela was asleep before lying down on the couch for a nap. I couldn’t believe our kids were so close! And once we got them, well, would we ever nap again?

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I do have one more slot for Andrew's bc if anyone wants it.

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Submission for @cawthorntales (for the ken one)

This is Malibu Ken (or Malibu Kendall) - I couldn't let that one empty slot go on... I had to fill it. There wasn't a whole lot of clothes for Mr. Malibu here, so I tried to go with what I thought made sense for the 80s.

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Submission for @cawthorntales

Jett Harrison is a happy guy, he spent a long time being overweight, so he's got a few stretchmarks here and there, but he's worked hard to get to looking this good and is ready to hit the scene.

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Introducing Intevar Nymph for Andrew's Faerie Bachelor Challenge by @cawthorntales!

Intevar: What am I supposed to say Del?

Delsanra: Just tell them about yourself, it's not that hard Var.

Intevar: Well . . . I'm a bit of a Gym Rat and I hope to one day become a personal trainer. I like to work out and stay Active, make sure I don't get mistaken for the bag of bones that is my father as much as possible. Since I was a Teen I've been approached by many agencies to stand in for him during his gigs after his "accident". I'm definitely not going to help the man that called me a . . . well, he's definitely going to get a kick out of finding me on this Bachelor show with what he called me when he caught me with my first boyfriend Duane. Eventually I'd like to have a family of my own but I'm OK with waiting a while since I currently have 12 siblings - and counting!

Delsanra: But I'm your favorite right?

Intevar: You're my twin of course you are, anyway. I'm usually in a Cheerful mood, not much can get me down and you'll never worry about me constantly bugging you for conversation, I can be quite Erratic and I'm more than happy to talk to myself in the other room if you need me to leave you alone. I try to use my Creative skills too, there is a bit rolling around inside this head of mine I'm not all brawn. I love playing the guitar and setting up an easel or pulling out a sketchpad whenever the mood strikes. I umm . . . I think that's it. I hope to meet you very soon.