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There's a girl with pink-dyed hair and black clothes wildly spray-painting on the side of the Grandville Television Studio. She seems enveloped in her craft.

HEY, VANDAL!!

WE JUST HAD THAT WALL REPAINTED! WE DON'T MAKE ENOUGH TO DO IT A SECOND TIME!!

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Updated Queenie's reference! I was unhappy with the old one.

Tumblr has squished the image up but it should hopefully be easy to click-to-view.

I've updated her tattoo, and shown off how the little flappies on her dress hide a gap with which she can grab for sheathed weapons.

The alternate outfit doesn't have this luxury - but she's a fan of hiding small blades behind fans, and still has magic. I would've shown off the magic and/or weapon sheath, but ran out of space...

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'Any good apology recipes?' -Sergio

"Anything with alcohol in it is a worthwhile investment. ... But if you're going to cook, it should be something homely. Signor Marvello loved to eat - I had one of the maids cook him a kind of spicy stew that I passed off as my mother's recipe, and he always ate that up - figuratively, literally."

"Whether you make it yourself or 'make it' with someone's help, what's important is the presentation. You have to nail the..."

"I'm so sorry, can you ever forgive me?"

"When it comes down to it, what matters more is the gesture itself, so let it be a meal that means something to you. Or ''''''means something to you'''''. As a typical rule of thumb, though, most men like oily, gooey, meaty things. Oh, and try not to mention whatever you're apologising for..."

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'How do you ask to share someone's ice cream without it being too weird...?' -Sammy

"Aw, you have to work up toward these things, sweetie! Some people might be uncomfortable if you ask to lick their cone, for hygiene's sake. But there's an easier way~!"

"You can ask them if they'd be ok with sharing in a cup with a spoon or two, but it's easier if you start out having one of the big sundaes. There's a lot more ice cream to share, and you can say you want to try one but need help eating it."

"...And, if you're together enough times, it won't be weird to ask any more. They might not even mind sharing the same cone."

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'Lady Julia, any recommended elder vacation destinations? I felt like my wife could be getting tired of late night beach flights.' -Issac

"I must confess many of my later years were spent in more casinos than sightseeing destinations, but I'm still willing to offer suggestions. As you're the winged sort, I'd recommend viewing the mountains - it's a nice routine break from the beach, although it requires a bit of stamina."

"Rooftop dates in unfamiliar cities also sound sufficiently romantic. Particularly if it's at the top of a tower, or somewhere with a nice open view of the city lights - I know a few places with spectacular views, but I'm most familiar with Enigma Island and its view of Dragon's Point."

"If nothing else, I'd suggest going somewhere or doing something that reminds you of your youth. You might find it re-energises you, or at the very least makes you better appreciate those familiar beach nights."

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are you a ghost? And if so what’s your tips on how to smooch a ghost

"Why, yes! I am a ghost! Thank you for asking."

"If you want to smooch a ghost, you'll have to go through the courting ritual expected by all living relationships. Once you're past that hurdle, there's a few things you'll need to know…"

"With this knowledge, stranger, you may kiss my glove~"

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'Do you have any tips for uh.... 'long-distance' relationships? Like if you met someone on vacation?' -[extremely anonymous user wdym]

"Well, Anon, the beauty of a vacation's romance is that they're fleeting. But if you want to reconnect … I'd evaluate whether you're in love with them, or in love with the idea of them."

"Would things be different if they weren't your paradise in the sun? Are they your escape, or can you imagine bringing them home? ... While you're ruminating on this, cellular telephones seem to be a good, modern way of staying in contact. You must remind them you exist, and that you value your precious moments together, or it'll soon be a fond but distant memory for you both."

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'Tips for soreness the morning after?' -Phil

'Phil who are you writing t-'

"Most standard tinctures, potions and salves can take care of aches and pains after nightly activities. I preferred the inventory at Adeline Apothecary, but these may be pricier than your budgeting range."

"There's always walk-in heal spells, but I can understand not wanting to explain to your local physician why you come in every morning for cureall. Learning a simple healing spell of your own might be worthwhile, depending on how much it's wearing on you."

"Oh, and tell your partner to stop taking impromptu naps to ignore his aunt."

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Collin: Me and my girl are pretty keen on things but I like to spice things up once in a while. Though nothing over the top. Duckie is easy to fluster. But she loves trying things. Any suggestions?

"Miss Webbe is a party pooper and won't allow me to address your question the way I want to, 'because this is a 13+ rated blog', so I'm going to have to answer in a roundabout, safe-for-work way."

"Have you tried candles?

Necromancy?

Perhaps the lesser extreme, 'neck-romancey'?"

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Uh....Miss Julia. I'm not a man that usually asks for advice, but I need help. I have this girl I like, and I don't know what to do for her. She's nice and all. And she likes me, but I wanna really show her that I like her too. What kind of romantic thing should I do for her? For the record, she's kind of shy, so I don't want to stress her out either. She also likes drawing and stuff. Sorry, I don't write often. -Itsuki

"I'm serious! I'm assuming you have pecs to flaunt, of course... If she's a shy girl, you can use the excuse of needing it for sports practice."

"Do you not have rippling muscles? Then you should pick up a sport. Perhaps one that involves swords, so you can build them in an environment where an opponent can tear your clothes. Anything you say, gift or do after this display of prowess will have her in your arms, there's no doubt."

"…Oh, but if she's into art, perhaps you can paint for her - or be painted? Still with the absent shirt, of course, for artistic integrity."

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"Are you lonely? Just met the person of your dreams? Never been on a date? Been on too many dates? Perhaps your partner's upset with you, and you want to do something special - or get away from them as fast as possible, and are considering faking your death?

Wonderful news, darlings! For the next few days, I'm willing to offer my romantic advice.

As many of you have heard, I'm quite experienced when it comes to matters of heart, among other things … and I'm willing to impart this knowledge for the low, low price of your undivided attention."

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"Will it, now?" Taylor chuckled to himself. "I'll be sure to keep it in, then." Although ... he was feeling a little better than he had been already. Maybe it did have some sort of magical property.

"Drop kick them...?" He raises an eyebrow. "I'll trust that - it sounds like your big sister knows a thing or two about self defence."

Wait, seriously? Well, at least she knew what a radio was.

...kind of.

"Weeeelll ... not exactly. To make sound on the radio, you have to go to a place with an uh ... a big magic tower. And you play the music and do the talking in that place." He gestures with his hands, trying to find the simplest way to turn the question into a learning experience. Even though it would've been fun to just say 'yes' . "And then - the tower is what makes it able to be picked up by the radios. So you'd hear me, but I wouldn't be able to hear you unless you went to where I was. Or called me on the phone."

He gave her a patient look, trying not to show the strain in his face as he asked, "Er, do you know what a phone is...?"

"Heya Mr. Taylor- or at least think that's you're name- you want a flower???" -Mo

"...hm-?"

"Oh, hey kid! That's me - you must know me from TV, right? Sure, I'll take one. What's the going rate?"

Taylor pats his pockets to find his wallet, unaware that he doesn't need it. "Although - your guardians know you're out and about at this hour? It's a bit late to be wandering around a big city like Greatcliffe."

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"Free?" Taylor had only just located his wallet, but stuffed it back into his pocket. "If you insist! Since I don't have a jacket to thread it into, I'll put it in my hair."

Well, that was something of a relief. Probably. "If your parents are okay with it, then that's no trouble. Make sure you stay safe, though."

"A ... television? You don't know?" And she didn't want any money?! Maybe they were one of those families that didn't like TV because it 'poisoned the kids brains', or something... "Maybe you've heard me on the radio, then?" He double checked to make sure he wasn't wearing a nametag. Nope.

"Heya Mr. Taylor- or at least think that's you're name- you want a flower???" -Mo

"...hm-?"

"Oh, hey kid! That's me - you must know me from TV, right? Sure, I'll take one. What's the going rate?"

Taylor pats his pockets to find his wallet, unaware that he doesn't need it. "Although - your guardians know you're out and about at this hour? It's a bit late to be wandering around a big city like Greatcliffe."

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"Heya Mr. Taylor- or at least think that's you're name- you want a flower???" -Mo

"...hm-?"

"Oh, hey kid! That's me - you must know me from TV, right? Sure, I'll take one. What's the going rate?"

Taylor pats his pockets to find his wallet, unaware that he doesn't need it. "Although - your guardians know you're out and about at this hour? It's a bit late to be wandering around a big city like Greatcliffe."

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stop treating killing dragons as this act of bravery and valor. maybe ou should be kissieng and loving the dragons instead. and be more niceys

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"What happened to your PMD adventure?"

"It was really cool having magical powers for the first time, but it only lasted a day, and everything just went back to normal."

"As soon as she found out she could shoot lightning, she attacked me."

"I wanted to have a battle! I can't do that normally! And you still beat me to a pulp, I don't know why you're complaining..."

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