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aetherdecember · 1 year ago

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Another snippet from my Flipping the Coin au. Probably won’t make it into the actual fic, but I’ve been obsessed with these two and keep finding myself writing moments like this ^^

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Mordred was sprawled over Arthur’s chest, with his thumb tucked in his mouth, and blue eyes serious as he listened to the story with the gravity of a judge. The two of them are slumped in their favorite armchair, the red velvet blotchy from numerous spilled drinks, sticky snacks, and misguided attempts at crafts. It was too warm for a fire, but in the dim evening, with the lone table lamp for light and the window cracked open for a breath of air, it took Arthur back to countless evenings spent in another room. One built of stone and lit only by candle flame.

Aloud, Arthur read, “Because he was the king…”

Personally, it wasn’t his favorite retelling, but Mordred had seen his name on the cover and insisted on hearing it, so he had conceded. Maybe he should’ve waited until Mordred was older before telling him that there were stories about characters who shared their names, but in these last few years, the events from long ago had been so close to mind Arthur had wanted to share it. He assumed Mordred would fixate on the sword fighting and tournaments. Instead, Mordred had picked a book that started with babies being sent out to sea.

“Two by two, he carried—“

Mordred pulled his thumb out of his mouth. “Did you really do that?”

“No.” Arthur marked his spot with a finger and ruffled the thick, black curls. Still damp from the bath, they were in need of a comb. And soon, if Arthur hoped to avoid dealing with tangles. “I never did that.” Dipping his fingers to tickle the back of Mordred’s neck, he smiled as Mordred giggled and tried to escape. “I could never.”

Sitting up, Mordred’s knobby limbs found all of Arthur’s soft spots as he settled knees first on top of Arthur’s chest. “If you had to, could you?”

“Would you,” Arthur automatically corrected.

“Would I?” Mordred’s pitch went comically high. “Nooooooo! Would you!”

Arthur gave him a look, one that Mordred immediately leaned in and mimicked with a giggle. “Would I, Arthur Penn, a man far removed from the ancient past, cast a boat full of babies into the ocean? Absolutely not.”

“What if Merlin told you to?”

He’d never had to. History hadn’t played out like that. But Arthur couldn’t tell his young son that he definitely knew it hadn’t happened because he couldn’t even explain his own past and all that entailed. All Mordred knew was that his father was named after King Arthur, so that meant he’d been named after Mordred. Because they were father and son and that was how it was supposed to be. He didn’t know that in another life they hadn’t been related and that the first time Merlin met Mordred he had helped save him.

“Nope.” Arthur popped the ‘p’. Out of Mordred’s sight, he set the book on the ground. It was time for a better story anyway. “Not even then.”

“What if Merlin did it?”

“Listen, let me tell you about the—“ He almost said ‘the Mordred I knew’ but luckily stopped. Instead, he says, “—the story I heard. It took place when Uther was still king. The first time Arthur met Mordred he was only a little boy…”

#bbc merlin #flipping the coin #arthur pendragon #mordred #father son relationship #arthur lives au #look arthur being mordred’s father is becoming a critical component to this au #it’s helping arthur heal from his unaddressed trauma with uther #it’s also preparing arthur for the sudden reappearance of everyone he loves #sure there’s going to be the most awkward moment ever when mordred regains his memories of his past life #and everyone’s going to be like HUH????? when they hear mordred call arthur dad #but just picture arthur being naively oblivious to everything you’re supposed to do as a parent in the modern world #he doesn’t send mordred to school until he’s about 7 or 8 because no one ever told him he was supposed to #he reads books to him that are not age appropriate because a book is a book #not to mention he won’t bat an eye at playground violence because that’s what he did as a boy #what do you mean you’re supposed to play nice even if the other kid started it????#side note i need to come up with a tag for these two #additional note: the passages arthur is reading comes from I Am Mordred #because that seems like a book arthur would read to a young mordred without realizing the themes aren’t meant for such a young child #especially when that child shares the same name as the protagonist #nothing like starting your kid out in life by reading a book that begins with their father trying to kill them

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shooks-stupid-stuff · 3 months ago

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maybe definitely gonna post the takoshi post a day late bc it still do be cooking and i do be making a (definitely overly high effort) modded among us info doc right now for Reasons

so uh

take a wip as proof that i do have a good amount done, actually

art wise atleast

i'm like. halfway done with my outline writing-wise but that's fine, i'm used to staying up late because i need to write like 7 pages and waited til the last minute :']

#shook wips #takoshi (oc)#i might make some small tweaks but i DO have the largest art component done #and luckily don't have as many supplementary doodles i wanna do for takoshi as i do for masumii #so it's fine. i'm fine. not stressed at all or regreting the like 7 hours i spent shiny hunting this week nuh-uh nope!!! :]#anyways back to writing something unrelated lmao

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dutchs-paisley-vest · 4 months ago

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ok good because i LOVE people talking about their ocs

4, 9, 10, 12, 25, 29

For the OC Ask Game, about Ernest

4. "How much weight do they give to others' opinions of them"

It depends on who it is and what their opinion is, really. On one hand, Ernest couldn't care less about what people think of them, but on the other? He cares deeply and is easily made to be self-conscious or pissed off at certain assumptions or types of attention.

Ernest's problem with introspection and self-actualization creates a weird disparity in his perception of age and what that means regarding knowledge and maturity. He is twenty-seven, Maggie is twenty-eight, and Eolann is forty-two (in 1898 when Ernest and Eolann first meet/during the canon events of RDO). Due to the vastly different lives they have all lived, he finds it incredibly difficult to wrap his head around the fact that he and Maggie wed only four years after Eolann and his ex-wife.

It also pisses him off when people imply that he had no choice in the things that have happened to him. He knows very little, but what he does know is that he has always had a choice. The things that have happened to him have largely been brought upon him by his own hand, and while that is a tough pill to swallow, that is one thing that he knows for sure. It's all on him, and his perception of people taking that fucked up sense of 'control' away from him is a great dishonour to him and his character, I think.

He also gets really riled up when people see him being friendly with Eolann and insults them by implying Ernest is being coerced into travelling with Eolann for "favours," if you know what I mean. Ultimately, these people don't know him or his feelings toward men; it's nothing more than an impersonal slash to the ego. But, Ernest, ever the idiot, cares not about the reasoning for such language (nor the additional implications) but locks in on the lack of agency aspect of it.

When it comes down to it, I think you can insult him all you want, but at the end of the day, Ernest has his claws dug deep into the concept of control and refuses to let go. You could insult his fashion, hygiene, general hair and beard maintenance, past actions, or those he chooses to associate and make acquaintance with... but god forbid you imply he didn't have a choice in any of those things.

9. "When in pain do they take it out on others or do they keep it inside"

When he is sick or in pain, and it is nothing severe... he is so whiny about it. He is such a baby when he feels sick, sore, or achy. He will tough it out. He is perfectly fine, but you WILL hear about it the entire time.

Oh, but if it's severe? You know that thing cats and other animals do when they're sick, injured, or dying, and they hide away? He does that. When he is severely ill, Ernest will get sluggish and sleep in his tent for as long as Eolann will let him. The same thing happened when he was a child, and the same thing happened when he was with Maggie. If Ernest mentions feeling unwell or something hurting but then is followed by his prompt disappearance, that is when you need to worry. Do not leave him alone because if his condition gets worse and someone isn't around to see it, there is a substantial chance that he could just straight up die.

Ernest, however, becomes a massive dick when he is in wet, humid summer air. He quite literally turns into the worst person alive in that type of heat. That's to say, do NOT take him to Lemoyne in the summertime. It might just ruin whatever friendship you've got. So, if you value your relationship, it is not advisable. He will lash out for something as simple as breathing too loudly within earshot. Duality of man, I guess.

10. "Their most defining moment vs your favourite one of them"

I have a number of options for this; however, I think one of his most defining moments is probably the first time he was arrested on assault charges during a fight with other patrons at the local saloon. He would have been somewhere around 21 when this happened. That night would have been the point of no return for him. He'd been gradually getting more and more dependent on alcohol. Over the course of the following year, Ernest would have taken on gambling debt and been arrested for a second time on the same charges. It would take two years for him to pay off that debt, becoming the final nail in the coffin of his marriage, leading to their divorce at 24. He and Maggie stayed together during that time as they both knew that if Ernest did not pay it off first, then he would have left Maggie with it, royally screwing her over probably for the rest of her life as someone who'd likely never marry again. It essentially marked the point of no return for his alcoholism and gambling addiction, even if it is not the moment in his life that pains him the most.

One of my favourite moments is when he sees Maggie again after many years apart. At this point in time, she was living near Emerald Ranch and doing pretty well, all things considered, especially for an unmarried woman in her situation. It was by no means easy, but she was content and happier than she'd been in years.

I imagine it happened outside the post office in Saint-Denis while he and Eolann were trying to book it out of the city after they'd committed some petty crime together. She'd been visiting on a whim for one reason or another and minding her business when Ernest flew past her before doing a triple-take and stopping dead in his tracks like a deer in headlights. The last time Maggie would have seen him was at least 6-7 years prior, and his appearance would not match her memories.

He'd be more tan, have a substantial scar on his left cheek from getting clipped by a hawk trying to steal his kill (and flinching into it like a dumbass), the shells of his ears are sunburnt (one is blistering), he would have also put on some weight and matured substantially in appearance. His moustache is messy (and more full), he has stubble everywhere else, and he is sweaty, covered in dust, has grossly oily hair, and got the backside of the blade of his hunting knife between his teeth and a flask under his arm, hands full of stolen goods as Eolann is baffled and crying to deaf ears about how they need to get out of there.

If Maggie wasn't sure already, she couldn't deny that the ring tied to his compass on Ernest's gunbelt was the one she helped pick out for him. It was him, alright. And he looked... well? Physically, he was worse for wear aside from his weight, but the distant and dissociative 'staring through you' look was nearly gone from his eyes, and he looked... alive? Full of life? It only took til 1901/2, I guess. (God, poor Maggie. Ernest is such a piece of shit, ain't he?)

I won't go into more detail about this interaction because this post will take eight hundred years to read if I don't stop myself.

However, in summary, they have a short discussion before parting ways for good. It really confuses both of them and hurts them equally as much as it brings them both closure and peace to know that the other is okay, even if in their own way.

12. "How committed are they to their principles, and what might get them to abandon them"

Ernest has no spine. He is stubborn and bull-headed, but at the end of the day, you could twist him up like a balloon animal if you tried hard enough. It doesn't take much more than earning his trust and loyalty to fundamentally start changing him.

After meeting Eolann on their way out of custody, awaiting execution at Sisika, they run together out of necessity before eventually growing fond of one another and, with time, inseparable. The man Ernest has become is not the same as the version of himself who rolled over and accepted his arrest only 2-3 years prior.

Because I am a sucker for the "I thought you were dead" trope, I think that would be a perfect example of what would prompt Ernest to abandon his principles. If he thought Eolann was killed, and god forbid, killed because of him, Ernest would rapidly devolve into becoming a danger to both himself and others. He would, unfortunately, do downright heinous things for that man.

25. "What's the worst physical or mental pain they've ever endured"

I have only a lame and boring answer for this one because I feel like I have already talked about a good chunk of the things that weigh heavily on his mind.

I think (one of) the worst physical pains he has experienced in his life is either the laceration to his face as his old friends (god rest their souls) were poking and prodding at him, trying to assess the actual damage from under the buckets of blood pouring from his face. (Facial wounds, even small ones, bleed like no other. It's one thing to know that and another to experience it, trust.)

That... or one of the (probably multiple) times he's needed to get someone to dig shrapnel out of his body; take your pick. I think they're both awful for different reasons.

In general, though, I think Ernest is very accident-prone. His accidents, however, tend to be relatively manageable. I always joke about how if it didn't seal his fate, I'd make it canon that he became victim to an alligator's death roll down in the Bayou because of how god-awful I am at not dying in the swamps when playing online.

29. "What criteria do they use to assess others' character"

Vibes, mostly. The man doesn't even know himself, and you expect him to know others? I think he has good pattern recognition even if he doesn't know it, and he chalks it up to intuition. He doesn't follow a set of criteria regarding who he associates with because if he did... it would make him a massive hypocrite (if he wasn't one already). He associates with people who have done (and continue to do) things he likes to think he vehemently opposes.

I am... staring directly at Eolann and his violent tendencies and absolutely broken honour metre. I'm not entirely sure if they make each other better or worse, but something sinister is happening. It's like when you're in grade ten chemistry class trying to figure out what is happening in that damn flask because Things Are Happening, but it sure as hell isn't what it's supposed to be doing.

(Dividers from deltamel here)

#also I wanna say that eolann and ernest met at sisika in 1898 but became friends within 6 months after they got out #...and it took them until 1901 to have *any* sort of conversation about what their relationship is/means to them #when I say slow burn I mean slow. burn.#but I guess since my personal HC is that dutch n hosea dont have that conversation for 7-8 years... they kinda speed run that shit LMAO #<- only months before taking in arthur #but where these two and vdm are different is that vdm had all components of their relationship established within 8 weeks and simply...#didnt talk about it #these guys ACTUALLY slow burned that shit #none of that “uhauling: issues with vulnerability edition” shit that vdm has going on #these guys are substantially more normal and WAY less toxic #red dead online #red dead oc #ernest o'connor #paisley replies #paisley.txt

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hdmiports · 2 years ago

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i’m going to jump out a window why does the modular stuff always bug my game

#hdmiports #this is how i feel #the book nook and dhd shelves are abt to piss me AWF #and then BE takes forever to scan my 7 million item mods folder and i can’t do anything 😭#and it’s always a slot component error and i don’t know what i’m gods name that means

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true-blue-sonic · 2 years ago

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HI HI BLUE!!!

Imagine with me: Silver & Gold has settled down in the past by the Chaotix's Agency for a while now, they've been adapted quite neatly.

So Gold, moved by her passion for literature, decided to start writing her own works, she posts them on Sonic world's equivalent to AO3 and Wattpad.

Nobody knows that except for Vector, who discovered by sheer accident one day and the naturally Supportive Dad™ he is decided was better just let her warm up.

Meanwhile, Amy & Shadow are the most avid readers of her stories, but again, none of them knows about that.

Maybe Silver knows about this "anonymous writer"... Thanks to Amy he read one or two works...

Hello ^-^

Awwww, Gold the fanfic writer! I imagine she's a huge fan of like, a very sappy romance drama series that busts out a new pulp fiction book at the regular. Something like Twilight intermixed with the romantic bits of Titanic and a dash of TLC reality TV shows, but even worse in its romance and drama and sappiness and also in book form, if that makes sense. She'd love coming up with stories of her own for such things, since this girl adores anything with romance and drama! I figure she's doing her very best to hide this from the rest of the Chaotix, but since I can't imagine they have more than one computer in that household (and like, one of those super old ones with the massive cube for a screen, one of those loud laggy keyboards and a big mouse, and a giant box with its technologies(?) that you can stick the CDs in and stuff), it's a struggle to keep it all secretive and to herself. All her files have very boring mundane names like "Expenses spreadsheet" and "To-do list [date]", which allows Vector to open one by accident. But he wouldn't say anything; Silver has made it Very Clear that teasing Gold for anything is off-limits, haha. And even if Gold is suspicious that Vector knows her secret, she wouldn't dare say anything either, so that secret is safe for now! Silver meanwhile might have an inkling as well since he can pick up on her thoughts on occasion, but since he is not interested in that series at all, he doesn't care too much. As long as his big sister is having fun <3

Considering the fact Gold would have a completely mundane name on her social media as well, none of her readers can trace it back to her; at most, Shadow and Amy would know that she is also a fan of said Sappy Romance Drama in real life, but that is about it. Imagine her horror if Amy recommends her a story that she wrote herself!!

#my own memories of my parents' Olde Computer from pre-2010 have been woken up and unleashed lmao #I'd wake them up in the weekend at 7 or so if to ask I could play games and then play Zoo Tycoon 2 or 102 Dalmatians #that computer was GIANT and consisted of the three parts described above but I don't know the names for all its various components sorry #gold the tenrec #silver the hedgehog #team chaotix #the more dramatic and romantic the better for her!

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heir-of-the-chair · 11 months ago

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There was a post I saw not too long ago that’s done amazing things for my mental health and basically it just boils down to “Yeah I’m irrationally upset about this bc I’m crazy. There’s smth wrong with my brain and that’s okay.” And I’ve been reminding myself that every time I start spiraling over smth I’ve made up or finding myself checking and rechecking that I closed my door all the way, like yeah the reason I think this is bc my brain doesn’t work right and that’s okay. (That being said I don’t have ocd which seems to be what this post is about, this is just my experience with smth I saw that’s helped me)

being self aware suuuucks like yeah this thought pattern/behavior is stupid and pointless and a symptom. i know this. [does it anyways

#I know ‘checking and rechecking that my door is fully closed’ next to ‘I don’t have ocd’ sounds not so solid but I don’t have the like #same psychological components that go into ocd it’s just that my first special interest as a child was the fallibility of the human mind so #I’m paranoid sometimes that I just made up a memory of doing/seeing something just because I expect that I should have #7 year old me could explain to you why eyewitness testimonies aren’t reliable

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the-dumpster-fire-of-anxiety · 26 days ago

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Mutuals i am giving the fuck up and asking how in the name of every vein and artery in the human body do i not lose my shit whilst working on this dastardly thing

#for context: the reason i have been having little screamings and worsened thoughts is this fucking drawing #i try not to put shit on here bc for me writing it down makes it actively worse (acknowledging in a format perceivable externally)#but we are at our wits end and don't want to rip it up but we fear that is the route we are approaching #tracing a 114 tiny bugs and coloring them all in is not good for the brain #and then i got 7 other (same scale but a little different) little bugs to fucking do #yes i did the math to see how mad i am #each grid piece has 5 components that need to be unique to one another and look good overall and i am having a Bad TimeTM w/this #its gonna be so good once it pays off (if i don't set it on fire before then)

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maryoma00 · 3 months ago

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HVAC Repair: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your System Running Efficiently

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are essential for maintaining indoor comfort in homes and commercial spaces. A properly functioning HVAC system regulates temperature, improves air quality, and ensures energy efficiency. However, like any mechanical system, HVAC units can develop issues over time.

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Components of an HVAC System

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Thermostat: Controls the temperature settings and signals the system to heat or cool as needed.

Furnace: Heats the air during cold seasons.

Air Conditioner: Cools and dehumidifies the air.

Ductwork: Channels heated or cooled air throughout the building.

Vents and Registers: Distribute air evenly across rooms.

Air Filters: Remove dust, pollen, and other contaminants from the air.

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Unusual Noises

Banging, clanking, or screeching noises can indicate loose or broken components.

Hissing sounds may suggest refrigerant leaks.

Clicking sounds might signal electrical issues.

Weak Airflow

Clogged air filters, duct obstructions, or a failing blower motor can reduce airflow.

Inconsistent airflow between rooms could indicate ductwork problems.

Strange Odors

Musty smells suggest mold or mildew in ducts.

Burning odors may indicate an overheating component or electrical issues.

Inconsistent Temperatures

If some rooms are too hot while others are too cold, the HVAC system may need recalibration.

A failing thermostat or blocked vents can cause temperature imbalances.

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Dirty or Clogged Filters

Clogged filters restrict airflow, causing the system to work harder.

Regularly changing filters improves efficiency and air quality.

Thermostat Issues

Incorrect settings or faulty sensors can prevent the system from functioning properly.

Upgrading to a smart thermostat can enhance performance.

Refrigerant Leaks

Low refrigerant levels can cause the AC to blow warm air.

Leaks require professional repair and recharging.

Electrical and Wiring Problems

Faulty wiring can lead to system failures or fire hazards.

Regular inspections help prevent electrical malfunctions.

Frozen Evaporator Coils

Dirty coils or low refrigerant levels can cause ice buildup.

Turning off the unit and allowing it to thaw before calling a technician can prevent further damage.

5. DIY HVAC Troubleshooting Tips

Before calling an HVAC technician, you can perform some basic troubleshooting steps to identify minor issues:

Checking and Replacing Air Filters

Dirty filters are the most common cause of HVAC inefficiency.

Replace filters every 1-3 months for optimal performance.

Inspecting Thermostat Settings

Ensure the thermostat is set to the correct temperature mode.

If the thermostat is battery-operated, replace the batteries.

Cleaning Vents and Ducts

Dust buildup in vents can obstruct airflow.

Vacuum vents and consider professional duct cleaning if airflow remains weak.

Resetting Circuit Breakers

If the HVAC system won’t turn on, check the circuit breaker.

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#Importance of HVAC systems #Common HVAC issues and why timely repair matters #2. Understanding HVAC Systems #Components of an HVAC system #How HVAC systems work #3. Signs Your HVAC System Needs Repair #Unusual noises #Weak airflow #Strange odors #Inconsistent temperatures #4. Common HVAC Problems and Their Causes #Dirty or clogged filters #Thermostat issues #Refrigerant leaks #Electrical and wiring problems #Frozen evaporator coils #5. DIY HVAC Troubleshooting Tips #Checking and replacing air filters #Inspecting thermostat settings #Cleaning vents and ducts #Resetting circuit breakers #6. When to Call a Professional HVAC Technician #Signs that require expert intervention #Dangers of DIY repairs #7. Cost of HVAC Repairs #Average costs for common repairs #Factors that affect HVAC repair costs #8. Preventative Maintenance for HVAC Systems #Importance of regular maintenance #Seasonal maintenance checklist

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