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We lost a legend… thank you, Maggie Smith for the wonderful memories as one of the best Hogwarts professors!

“I always wanted to use that spell.” - Professor McGonagall

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Me somehow managing to get an update in amongst projects and tests…

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Cale Henituse has done it. After three years—ones of battle, planning, and beating the White Radish into oblivion—Cale has achieved his slacker-life. Now, his days only consist of lounging around, eating, and playing with the children. He couldn’t ask for anything more.

"My Child… I must ask you for one more request."

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Cale just had to go and jinx it didn’t he!

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“And since when did I become your child?! You stupid God of Death!”

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Our favorite red-haired “slacker” joins the world of Harry Potter to protect Hogwarts, adopt some kids, and beat the living daylights out of a no-nose, Dark Lord. Watch out Mr. Long-Name-Who-Apparently-Must-Not-Be-Named! You are the only thing standing in the way of an overworked, ex-commander’s “slacker-life!”

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(UPDATES: Every two to three months)

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My childhood comfort movie!

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Lily Collins as Snow White >>>>>>>

This whole movie is just beautiful. Gorgeous costumes, a Snow White that is feminine, kind, and strong, and no CGI dwarf monstrosities! 🍎👑

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“Beware the Jabberwock, my son! The jaws that bite, the teeth that catch!” by Musician_of_Zero

Two figures stood in a snow covered field. Cale, with his blood-red hair creating great contrast with the scene around, stared up. However, a totally different shadow fell behind him—this one with a large body, white eyes, and a grin. The other figure, with black hair reaching his shoulders, stubble on his face, and tired eyes, looked solemnly down at Cale. The man’s shadow also looked different—almost that of a deranged clown.

The man leaned over and whispered something Cale had not heard for nearly two lifetimes.

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“I found you… my darling, 14th.”

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After a mysterious attack on the Henituse Duchy, allies, friends, and family are summoned to an unknown realm to find the key to saving their beloved commander. Past and present combine into a grand orchestra of secrets. Three lives. Two worlds. One soul.

Soldier. Savior. Traitor.

Orphan. Survivor. Leader.

Hero. Commander. Family.

Follow the reactions of Cale’s family over on Ao3!

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Listen… I am all for Evil!Magnifico. Just like many people on the internet, I think it’s time that Disney brought back the unredeemable villain. However, when you look at Magnifico’s character at the beginning, it’s really hard to see him become so far gone as to completely destroy his kingdom and his relationship with his wife. Yes, it’s by this “evil magic,” but then why wasn’t this redeemable? This version of Magnifico is a product of Disney saying that the audience was getting a true villain… then completely forgetting that fact until the movie was halfway complete.

If we take into consideration the beginning of Magnifico’s canon character, I think that this would have been one of the best redeemable villains because it could showcase something that I have rarely seen from a Disney movie… a preexisting, unbreakable, authentic love between husband and wife.

I DO NOT think that Amaya would just abandon her husband like she did in canon. She did not even confront him! Instead, I could see it actually be Queen Amaya that truly saved Magnifico.

I envision Queen Amaya singing something like this at the end (I adore this song)… her voice reaching out to the man in which she has always stood by, helped to build a kingdom, and cherished. They have faced many trials—not everything can simply be a “happily ever after.” But that is what made her life so exciting. Amaya and Magnifico braved the storms… together. Her love, and his in return, is what helps Magnifico to break free from the chains of the magic.

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Mini “Wish” analysis and rant:

Don’t get me wrong, I think that both of Asha’s designs are beautiful. The thing is… when I look at her canon design in “Wish,” my mind just immediately goes to Isabella Madrigal. Now, I am not an expect in character and costume design. However, what I do know is that designs should be unique—to be able to stand out and only be recognizable to that specific character. Think Cinderella’s glass slippers, Mulan with her military armor, and Tiana with her lily pad dress.

And that’s only design wise… each princess has a specific set of values and traits that make them unique (or at least they did). Belle sees the good that lies beneath a person’s exterior, Ariel is curious about the world around her, Jasmine is confident and will stand up for herself. These only name a FEW and barely begin to scratch the surface.

But here’s where we find a problem… To put it bluntly, Asha is not memorable. Nothing about the movie really is expect for the fact that everyone agrees it could have been way better. Asha’s personality does not make sense, being a mix of the “adorkable” at the beginning then calm and collected after she meets Magnifico. A character can obviously have growth in their personality (e.g. a character that was shy and timid growing to become a confident leader). Asha’s character, however, just throws you off. Sure, she can be fun and joke around, but that is different from the forced trope her character became. This can further be seen by her character design.

Purple was used as the main color palette for Rapunzel and Isabella. However, both are done different. While Isabella’s palette is a softer lavender with floral embellishments, Rapunzel’s is vibrant with puffed sleeves and ties. The outfits represent the characters personality. Asha’s is kind of a mixture of the two… but more simplified. And when I say simplified… it’s bland. Practically no details that draw your eye.

Asha deserves uniqueness with a design of her own. She should stand out in the lineup of princesses… really all I can say is that, well, she has a goat. (AND BOY DO I DISLIKE THAT TALKING MENACE! GIVE ME BIBBLE ANY DAY!) I will say that I really love the idea of having a contract between Asha’s darker “night” colors and Star’s brightness. Asha gives me calm, regal vibes while Star exudes bouncing, curious joy. But I still think this could be better achieved through a different design. Perhaps, sticking with the theme, a dark shade of blue to play off the night sky? I do adore both the braids she has in canon as well as the frizzy, free hair she had in her concept art. But just look at the colors of the original art! Completely set apart and pull together beautiful variety… just like the sunset!

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I think I’ve found my newest obsession… Star and Asha! Oh my goodness, like many others, I cannot believe what we could have had! I mean… look at them! I want to scream in delight every time I think about what could have been. Truly, the original direction of “Wish” would have brought back so much of the wonder and beauty of past Disney films. I could go on and on (I will probably make a couple rant posts in the future)!

However, the fact that artists and writers across the internet have banded together to bring these two the story they deserve is nothing short of what made the magic of Disney films so special. Passion, hard work, creativity, and love have brought this star-crossed tale to life! Thank you for all of your time and effort!