#All Star Season Singlet

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All Star Season Singlet in Navy from White Fox Boutique ($24.99)

[hero-the-meep]

Colour theory. The 60th Specials have this gorgeous colour palette of reds and blues and greens throughout. But what do they all mean?

Donna spends much of the specials drenched in red – her fiery copper hair, her pink and red jumper, the warmth of her house as the Doctor looks in from the cold, blue night, of the vortex, and of flames.

In many scenes, she's in fact the only source of warmth in frame.

The Doctor's palette is, of course, blue, and he starts his journey very blue prior to stripping off his long, solid overcoat to reveal brown and blue tartan (a mixture of both the Doctor's he's been) and white (a carte blanche that can throw to any colour).

Red and blue, the Doctor and Donna. These are our two primary colours for the Doctor and Donna as individuals. But it doesn't stop there.

Donna often throws red to the Doctor.

Or they share a frame of equal parts red and blue.

But more often than not, the Doctor casts Donna a sickly blue green – not in the moments of peril Donna chooses, like her choice to remember the mind of a Time Lord to save her daughter, but the moments of peril that truly make Donna afraid.

Staring out into the black nothingness of space without stars at the edge of the universe, so far from her family. Being confronted with herself. Half-remembering the Doctor with her daughter in danger, because of her (perceived) failure.

At her most afraid, like when the Doctor is genuinely angry at her, encroaching in her space, she wraps her body in her dark green jacket, a futile attempt to self-soothe. On an RGB colour wheel, green is our third primary colour.

Whereas the Doctor, at his lowest points, is drenched blue.

But where do they end up?

In glorious lavender purple and natural green with flickers of red and brown and yellow and blue.

Purple is a secondary colour, an additive of red and blue. Purple complements green. Green and red add to yellow; add a bit more red than green and you get brown. Yellow complements blue. Red and blue and green are triadic colours – high contrast, bold and vibrant, spaced evenly on the wheel.

Because their ark is not just for Donna to take on part of the Doctor, but for the Doctor to take on part of Donna as well. They are the Doctor and Donna, human and Time Lord, man and woman, travelling and at home – all these things and both and more, binary not-binary, a circle, complete.

Compare and contrast to season three and four.

Donna's colours are deep, jewel-toned reds and purples and blues, analogous colours. She's a bright, discordant blot in a sterile office. She's resplendently human in Pompeii. But by the end, she's adopted a long, brown coat, with just a hint of purple peaking out from a singlet top under all those layers. During Turn Left, never meeting the Doctor slowly sucks her colour to grey almost (but not) completely.

And when the Doctor takes her memories he returns her sans-jacket. Deep jewelled purple again.

The Doctor splits into a Doctor brown and a Doctor blue. One home, with a family. One travelling, alone. A bittersweet – not a happy – ending.

Now is their happy ending.

[beastandfirehose]

Honey, Honey (How he thrills me)

@bucktommypositivityweek round 2, day 1: make your own season 8 opening disaster. Read on ao3.

“How are you still so chipper?” Tommy groaned, trying not to rub any of his bee stings as Evan paused his chatter about every bee fact he had ever memorized in his life to unlock the door to his loft.

“Well, it’s not every day you find yourself facing off against a Bee-nado,” Evan tossed a grin over his shoulder as the door swung open. Lucky bastard only got stung once: on the chin.

"That was not a 'Bee-nado', Evan," Tommy griped as he dropped his bad next to the stairs, "It was a giant swarm. You would need an actual tornado for a bee-nado, and I'm pretty sure the winds would have killed the poor things".

Evan pulled a pair of beers out of the fridge, handing one to Tommy as they settled onto the stools by the island.

"Bee's are pretty good at surviving natural disasters. Though I think a lot of that is how they build their hives." Evan picked at the label on his bottle for a moment, thinking. "I wonder how protected artificial hives are. They're out in the open, right? if a heavy storm or tornado hits…"

"Maybe they have their own storm shelter. Beekeepers are pretty protective of their swarms." Tommy traded an amused grin with Evan, remembering the apiarist practically screaming at them when they recommended more permanent solutions to the giant swarm. Like flamethrowers.

"More likely they just don't have a lot of beekeepers in tornado alley."

"Oh, but imagine if they did. They could get some real bee-nados going," The playful glare Evan shot him at that looked so much like a disgruntled puppy Tommy just had to kiss him. No choice. Would have been a crime not to.

Unfortunately it had been a pretty long day, and the kiss was interrupted by Evan yawning.

"Mmmm. Maybe we should lie down." Evan murmured, resting his head on Tommy's shoulder.

Tommy held Evan for a few moments more, before pulling back, giving him one last peck on the lips.

"Go on, get yourself ready for bed. I'll be right up."

Evan made his way slowly up the stars to his bed. Exhaustion visible in the way he moved, the long day catching up to him now they were home safe. Picking up the beer bottles Tommy quickly dropped them in the recycling before grabbing his sleep shorts and a singlet out of his bag to change into.

Carefully folding his shirts and jeans, leaving them and his shoes downstairs, Tommy following his boyfriend to bed. Climbing underneath the covers he pulled Evan flush against himself, pressing a kiss to the back of his neck.

"Did you know bees actually have four wings? and five eyes." It took Tommy a moment to register the claim, the image conjured in his mind by Evan's words was pretty ridiculous.

"I'm going to need some details on that one, Evan. because what I'm picturing right now does not look like a bee."

"Well, the wings on each side hook together, so they look like one big wing. And the three middle eyes are a lot smaller than the compound eyes. I guess they're for depth perception? I didn't actually look that up."

"I can't believe you know so much about bees. I can't believe there's so much to know about bees." Tommy wondered in amazement.

"I think I'm all out now," Evan chuckled, wrapping his legs around Tommy's. "Apparently repeated bee stings can give you an allergy, even if you didn't have one before. We should probably avoid bees as much as possible from now on."

"Evan, If I see a bee again I'm running in the opposite direction. Allergy or no." Tommy snaked his arms beneath Evan's shirt, gently squeezing his belly. A sly grin bloomed on his face as Tommy thought of something. "I don't think I heard any facts about honey, just the bees themselves."

"Honey is an antibacterial," Evan shot off immediately, "Its used to treat minor burns even today."

"Hmm, I know my Honey is good for stopping burns," Tommy pressed another kiss to Evan's neck.

"Are you going to give me a compliment with every fun fact?" Evan asked.

"Until we fall asleep. Yeah." Curled up against his Evan's warm back, legs entwined and arms wrapped around his boyfriend's tummy, listening to him talk about bees and honey. Tommy couldn't think of a more peaceful place to be.

[char09lynx]

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Bradlaugh, A. A., Fedele, G., Munro, A. L., Hansen, C. N., Hares, J. M., Patel, S., Kyriacou, C. P., Jones, A. R., Rosato, E., & Baines, R. A. (2023). Essential elements of radical pair magnetosensitivity in Drosophila. Nature, 615(7950), 111–116. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-05735-z

Previous research has found that cryptochromes, a hidden pigment in the retinas of birds, could serve as a magnetic field sensor. Electrons separated by quantum entanglement exhibit both singlet and triplet states within these pigments, and the balance between these two states is determined by the magnetic field. Although scientists still do not understand why quantum properties emerge in warm living organisms, these biological mechanisms indeed enable global navigation. As the migration season approaches, the gene expression of cryptochrome proteins, which contain the hidden pigment, increases, triggering an unstoppable migratory urge in birds. This phenomenon might be referred to as the so-called "sixth sense."

In a recent study published in the journal Nature, it is suggested that magnetic field sensitivity might be more widespread than previously thought and that all animals might possess the ability to sense magnetic fields. This advanced and specific capability is not exclusive to migratory animals. Previously, it was believed that FAD (flavin adenine dinucleotide) merely acted as an accessory to cryptochromes. However, this study discovered that even at low levels of cryptochromes, FAD is capable of independently sensing magnetic fields. Research conducted on fruit flies showed that high levels of FAD can spontaneously respond to magnetic fields under light stimulation. This indicates that magnetic field sensitivity is not solely driven by cryptochromes. The reason why everyone is said to have a sixth sense is due to the presence of FAD in almost all cells, albeit at varying levels. The inability to perceive this phenomenon might be attributed to the lack of assistance from cryptochromes, preventing the generation of detectable signals.

As mentioned earlier, when individuals need to make decisions within a short timeframe, the sixth sense could heighten their awareness of their surroundings, leading to more accurate judgments. Similarly, this sixth sense might serve as a wellspring of creativity and inspiration, aiding individuals in artistic endeavors, problem-solving, and innovative thinking. This heightened sensory ability could spark unconventional ideas, assisting individuals in discovering unique solutions or creating awe-inspiring works of art. Although the scientific community still debates the legitimacy of the sixth sense, it can occasionally yield positive effects in specific contexts.

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Xu, J., Jarocha, L. E., Zollitsch, T., Konowalczyk, M., Henbest, K. B., Richert, S., Golesworthy, M. J., Schmidt, J., D��jean, V., Sowood, D. J. C., Bassetto, M., Luo, J., Walton, J. R., Fleming, J., Wei, Y., Pitcher, T. L., Moise, G., Herrmann, M., Yin, H., & Wu, H. (2021). Magnetic sensitivity of cryptochrome 4 from a migratory songbird. Nature, 594(7864), 535–540. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-021-03618-9 ‌

‌Birds can see the magnetic field. Why can some bird species traverse mountains and oceans, migrating thousands of kilometers to reach their destination? Why do they face countless challenges yet manage to stay on course without getting lost, especially during nighttime migrations? They navigate by observing stars, the moon, landmarks, and certain distinctive scents, which they make effective use of. What's most remarkable is that they possess a magnetic sensor in their retinas. A recent study published in the journal Nature indicates that the most likely candidate for this magnetic sensor molecule is cryptochrome protein. Researchers exposed cryptochrome protein to blue light, transforming it into a magnetically sensitive molecule. Simultaneously, they applied a certain strength of magnetic field, resulting in two competing chemical reactions. The strength of the magnetic field influences the proportion of these two chemical reactions. While scientists aren't yet certain about the specific outcome of these chemical reactions in the birds' eyes, they believe that one of the magnetosensitive reactions triggers a change in the protein's shape, potentially leading to a different shape of the magnetosensitive protein in females. This altered shape may then interact with other proteins, initiating relevant information transmission, enabling birds to perceive the magnetic field.

If humans could see the magnetic field, it could facilitate the observation and comprehension of underground minerals, rocks, and ancient artifacts, providing deeper insights. It could enhance our understanding and perception of Earth's magnetic field changes, enabling more accurate monitoring of environmental shifts and potential geological activities. Additionally, the ability to see the magnetic field might lead to new scientific discoveries, fostering a deeper understanding of magnetic fields and their interactions with matter. By observing the magnetic field, individuals might gain better insights into utilizing and harnessing the relationship between magnetic fields and energy generation, thereby propelling more efficient development of energy technologies.

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Revah, O., Gore, F., Kelley, K. W., Andersen, J., Sakai, N., Chen, X., Li, M.-Y., Birey, F., Yang, X., Saw, N. L., Baker, S. W., Amin, N. D., Kulkarni, S., Mudipalli, R., Cui, B., Nishino, S., Grant, G. A., Knowles, J. K., Shamloo, M., & Huguenard, J. R. (2022). Maturation and circuit integration of transplanted human cortical organoids. Nature, 610(7931), 319–326. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-022-05277-w

Scientists from Stanford University have created a human-mouse hybrid brain, which responds normally when the mouse's whiskers are touched. The research findings were published in the journal Nature on October 12th. The brain hybrid isn't a genuine human brain but rather a brain-like organ grown from stem cells. Until now, brain-like organs could only mimic the human brain. They lacked the necessary nourishment, immune support, and stimulation for growth, making it challenging for them to establish neural connections like a real brain or merge with other nervous systems. However, this study has surpassed these limitations. Researchers transplanted the brain-like structure into the somatosensory cortex of newborn rats aged 2 to 3 days. This area of the rat brain receives signals from whiskers and other sensory organs and transfers them to corresponding regions.

Initially, the introduced human brain tissue was quite small, approximately five millimeters long. However, after six months, it occupied a third of the rat brain hemisphere. This rapid development was attributed to the quick infiltration and formation of blood vessels by the brain's endothelial cells, providing nutrition and eliminating metabolic waste. Researchers also observed that the resident immune cells from the rat brain appeared within the transplanted human brain cells. Results indicated that neurons from the brain-like organ successfully established functional mechanisms in the rat brain, merging with the host's neural circuits. In essence, these human brain tissues integrated with the rat brain, becoming a part of it. Implanted human brain cells could now participate in or share some of the primary brain functions.

The study also noticed that the transplanted brain-like organ, both in structure and function, was more complex than those cultivated in vitro. While this transplantation method represents a significant advancement in medicine and provides new insights for treating brain cell function-related disorders such as autism, it has also raised ethical concerns. Critics worry about the potential harm to animals from human-animal hybrids. However, currently, human brain-like organs remain too rudimentary to develop consciousness or human-like intelligence. Additionally, the research team mentioned that their organ transplantation procedure didn't induce epilepsy or memory impairment in the rats and seemed to have minimal impact on their abilities and behavior. Despite this, skepticism remains within the scientific community, as the differences between humans and mice are substantial. The effects might be more pronounced in experiments conducted on primates. Moreover, as technology progresses, new challenges are bound to emerge. In a study published in the journal Cell on April 15th last year, human liver and brain cells were injected into monkey embryos for observation of their development, suggesting that similar experiments may occur in the future. I find this topic quite intriguing.

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eComMed. (2009,sep.12). Experts recommend: How to simply disinfect face masks in microwave. Retrieved sep.12, 2009, from https://ecommed.vn/experts-recommend-how-to-simply-disinfect-face-masks-in-microwave/

Medical experts suggest that both cloth masks and medical masks can be effectively disinfected through three methods: UV, ozone, or microwave.

When using UV rays for disinfection, bacteria on the surface of the mask are destroyed. However, this method may not be as effective for multi-layered masks and might not reach the innermost layers.

Disinfection with ozone is more thorough than UV, but it requires bulky equipment and is not practical for home use.

The microwave method of disinfection is recommended. By utilizing the microwave's Viba waves at an active power of 800W, viruses and bacteria that pose a danger can be destroyed. This approach is endorsed by Dr. Ngoc Hai and Associates at the Institute of Health, Occupation, and Environment, Ministry of Health, and is recommended for disease prevention.

-Regarding the question of using household microwave ovens to disinfect face masks and kill the coronavirus, the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) has provided the following response:

Microwave ovens should only be used for their intended purpose, which is to thaw, cook, and reheat food and beverages as specified in the user manual that comes with each unit. AHAM does not recommend using household microwave ovens to sanitize face masks. There is no research from AHAM supporting the claim that household microwave ovens effectively sanitize face masks.

Additionally, there is a concern that microwave ovens may damage the fabric and plastic materials in face masks. Some masks also contain staples or metal for strap attachment. Putting metal in a microwave is dangerous, as it can cause sparking or arcing.

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Charlotte Observer. (2023, July 15). Should you disinfect yourself with a hairdryer? Charlotte Observer. https://amp.charlotteobserver.com/living/home-garden/article275998866.html

The weather forecast for Charlotte predicts temperatures in the mid-80s for the upcoming week, as stated by the National Weather Service. Interestingly, studies suggest that people with specific blood types might be more susceptible to mosquito bites. The research also indicates that mosquitoes have a preference for type O blood, while individuals with type AB blood are less likely to be bitten by mosquitoes. This information highlights a potential connection between blood types and mosquito attraction.

-When mosquitoes search for biting targets, they utilize sensory organs on their antennae to detect the odors emitted by human bodies, known as chemical signals. These odors consist of complex compounds such as metabolic products, enzymes, and hormones, largely influenced by genetic coding. As a result, variations in body odor among individuals can be attributed to genetic differences.

However, blood type does not directly influence the formation of human body odor. Although some studies suggest certain blood types may be associated with specific diseases or health traits, blood type itself is not a primary factor in mosquitoes' choice of biting targets. Mosquitoes tend to rely on perceiving the scents released by human bodies to make their selection, which explains why some people are more susceptible to mosquito bites, with these differences primarily linked to genetics.

Furthermore, environmental factors can also impact the emission of human body odor. For instance, dietary habits, lifestyle, and personal care products used can influence body odor. This implies that under certain circumstances, body odor might differ due to external environmental changes, potentially affecting mosquito preferences.

While human body odor is partly determined by genetics, research indicates that mosquitoes' preferences for specific scents may vary between different regions and populations. This could be attributed to variations in genetic makeup and living environments among people in different areas, leading to differences in how mosquitoes perceive and choose scents.

In conclusion, mosquitoes utilize their antennae to sense human body odors for selecting biting targets, and these odor variations are primarily influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, unrelated to blood type.

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Grinter, R., Kropp, A., Venugopal, H., Senger, M., Badley, J., Cabotaje, P. R., Jia, R., Duan, Z., Huang, P., Stripp, S. T., Barlow, C. K., Belousoff, M., Shafaat, H. S., Cook, G. M., Schittenhelm, R. B., Vincent, K. A., Khalid, S., Berggren, G., & Greening, C. (2023). Structural basis for bacterial energy extraction from atmospheric hydrogen. Nature. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-05781-7 ‌

Enzyme that Converts Air into Electricity. Recently, Australian scientists have discovered an enzyme capable of converting air into electricity. The related research was published in the journal Nature on March 8th. Previous studies have informed us that many bacteria in the natural world can utilize trace amounts of hydrogen gas to replenish their energy, especially in harsh environments like volcanic vents, deep-sea regions, and Antarctic soil. However, it's only recently that we have come to understand how this occurs. The enzyme isolated from Mycobacterium smegmatis, known as HUC (hydrogen-utilizing catalyst), has proven to be highly efficient. Purified HUC can generate electricity at extremely low hydrogen concentrations and remains stable over extended periods, whether frozen or heated up to 80 degrees Celsius. HUC functions as a natural battery, capable of producing a continuous electric current from air or artificially introduced hydrogen gas.

Although this research is still in its early stages, it holds significant potential, such as creating miniature solar device alternatives. Its scalability is promising, as bacteria capable of producing HUC are quite common and can be cultivated in large quantities. A key future objective is to expand the production scale of HUC. Once we possess a sufficient supply of HUC, it could serve as a raw material for producing clean energy, a significant advancement toward a cleaner energy source.

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Gordon, E. M., Chauvin, R. J., Van, A. N., Rajesh, A., Nielsen, A., Newbold, D. J., Lynch, C. J., Seider, N. A., Krimmel, S. R., Scheidter, K. M., Monk, J., Miller, R. L., Metoki, A., Montez, D. F., Zheng, A., Elbau, I., Madison, T., Nishino, T., Myers, M. J., & Kaplan, S. (2023). A somato-cognitive action network alternates with effector regions in motor cortex. Nature, 1–9. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-05964-2

Psychological states can influence bodily movements, and conversely, the reverse is also true. Whether it's happiness, sadness, anger, or anxiety, for millennia, people have harbored suspicions of a mysterious connection between the soul and the body. On April 19th, a new study published in the journal Nature utilized functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) technology to scan participants' brains and drew upon extensive data from the UK Biobank. Within the brain's motor cortex, three areas were identified that have no direct relation to physical movement. These regions cannot directly control our actions and are referred to as the "somatic cognitive motor network." While these areas do not exhibit direct responses during physical motion, they become active when we contemplate movement. They likely serve as an intermediary between thoughts and actions, potentially providing us with the capacity for intricate thinking and planning.

Furthermore, the researchers noted that the somatic cognitive motor network is undetectable in newborns, but it becomes discernible in infants as young as 11 months old. By the age of nine, it is nearly as developed as in adults, suggesting a similar pattern of activation.

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Khait, I., Lewin-Epstein, O., Sharon, R., Saban, K., Goldstein, R., Anikster, Y., Zeron, Y., Agassy, C., Nizan, S., Sharabi, G., Perelman, R., Boonman, A., Sade, N., Yovel, Y., & Hadany, L. (2023). Sounds emitted by plants under stress are airborne and informative. Cell, 186(7), 1328-1336.e10. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cell.2023.03.009

Previous research has detected that plants produce bubble vibrations under the stress of drought, but such vibrations were thought to be confined internally. However, a new study published in the journal Cell on March 30th reveals that plants can emit sounds that can propagate through the air when under pressure. The emitted sounds are highly informative, but they are ultrasonic, with frequencies beyond the range of human hearing. Some processing is required to make the sounds audible to us. Researchers placed microphones near plants and found that plants under greater stress produce sounds more frequently. They can emit sounds approximately 35 times per hour. Plants that are undamaged and adequately watered, on the other hand, remain quiet with no sound emitted for an hour. The phenomenon is not limited to tomatoes and tobacco; other plants such as millet, wheat, grapes, and cacti also emit sounds under pressure. However, the exact mechanism of how plants produce these sounds is still uncertain. Based on a combination of previous studies, these sounds may result from the bursting of internal bubbles within plants.

While humans cannot directly hear plants' communication, bats, mice, and many insects can perceive the signals emitted by plants, and plants can respond to sounds produced by animals. A study from 2019 confirmed that evening primroses produce sweeter nectar after hearing the sound of bees, thus increasing their chances of pollination. In seemingly quiet gardens, plants are engaging in secret communication with their surroundings through sound.

Researchers have now been able to identify the sounds using machine learning algorithms to determine which plant they come from and infer whether the plant is experiencing water shortage or damage. The accuracy of this identification has reached 70%.

[f1]

F1 star Aussie Valtteri Bottas unleashes his inner bogan by doing circle work in a V8 Supercar

F1 star and honorary Aussie Valtteri Bottas unleashes his inner bogan by doing circle work in a Bathurst 1000-winning V8 Supercar ahead of Melbourne Grand Prix By Dan Cancian For Daily Mail Australia Published: 07:19 EDT, 27 March 2023 | Updated: 07:19 EDT, 27 March 2023 Valtteri Bottas has taken his appreciation for all things Australian to a new level by becoming the latest Formula 1 driver to take a V8 Supercar for a spin. From sporting a mullet to drinking VB in a singlet, the Finnish wears his love for Australia proudly on his sleeve so the sight of him behind the steering wheel of a Bathurst 1000 winner seems a logical next step. Bottas, who won the 2019 Australian Grand Prix, was a special guest at the annual Adelaide Motorsport Festival and drove the Holden Commodore around South Australia’s former Formula One and current V8 Supercars circuit. The former Mercedes driver took to the track in a Holden VF Commodore V8 Supercar – the same car which won the 2016 Bathurst 1000 with Will Davison and Jono Webb at the wheel - performing a donut on the front straight in front of the crowd. While Bottas cameo was an exhibition, footage from inside the cockpit shows the Formula 1 veteran is not afraid to put his foot down on the gas, despite slippery conditions on the track and his unfamiliarity with the car. Valtteri Bottas was a special guest at the annual Adelaide Motorsport Festival this weekend The Formula 1 star drove the Holden Commodore around South Australia’s former Formula One and current V8 Supercars circuit The 33-year-old also drove an Alfa Romeo GTV, previously driven by 1980 Formula 1 champion Alan Jones and three-times Bathurst 1000 winner Colin Bond.  Bottas is not the first Formula 1 driver to get behind the wheel of a V8 Supercar. Last year, two-time world champion Fernando Alonso and Red Bull star Sergio Perez put in a few laps with V8 racers before the Australian Grand Prix, while Daniel Ricciardo tested a Ford Mustang V8 Supercar in Michigan last month. The Alfa Romeo driver has developed into something of a cult hero in Australia after spending most of the summer in Australia with girlfriend Tiffany Cromwell. And to fit in with his new surroundings, Bottas has even taken a trip to the hairdressers to sport an impeccable Aussie mullet. In a video he shared on social media in December, Bottas explained to Cromwell how he felt he didn't fit in the country. As Cromwell asks him how he plans to change that, the nine-time Grand Prix winner cryptically replies: 'You'll see'.  Bottas delighted the crowed by performing a donut on the front straight in front of the fans Bottas has developed into something of a cult hero in Australia after spending most of the summer in Australia with girlfriend Tiffany Cromwell  In December, the Finnish revealed a brand new mullet while drinking a bottle of VB in a bid to 'fit in' better in his new surroundings in Australia   The 33-year-old won the 2019 Australian Grand Prix with Mercedes and has finished in the points in each of his last four starts in Melbourne  The video then cuts to Bottas walking into a hairdresser and undertaking a rather drastic haircut, with the former Mercedes driver coming out of it with a mullet. In true Australian style, he is spun around on his chair and Bottas is wearing a Victoria Bitter lager vest, and drinking a bottle of VB. Bottas has endured a mixed start to the season, with an eighth place finish in the opening race in Bahrain followed by a disappointed showing in Saudi Arabia, where he finished 18th. The Finnish will be hoping for better luck in Melbourne, where he's finished in the points in his last four starts.   Share or comment on this article: F1 star Aussie Valtteri Bottas unleashes his inner bogan by doing circle work in a V8 Supercar via Formula One | Mail Online https://www.dailymail.co.uk?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

[mikiruma]

ok kind of had an epiphany regarding td:as (ok so mal/mike) so bear with me (spoilers abound obviously, discussing the finale)

upon rewatching the season i was struck by how odd it was that mal constructed this edgy superdeath watch tower with a mass integration button at the top, especially considering presumably everyone (aside from mike of course) was aware of said button's effect. why have that be a thing if your goal is to usurp the current host's role? well considering mal didn't really have any other plans aside from the one he was following... the button was his weak spot, but i think instead of it being something the others could race to and press first, it might make a little more sense to think of it as an absolute last resort. think about it- one plan for overthrowing someone who you aren't on the best of terms with, who your equals only receive marginal respect from because they're nicer than you or considered "useful", without any backups, the overconfidence in said plan not to warrant any alternatives or too much improvisation...

this dude was ready to tear the whole ship down if he couldn't do it. knowing if his plan failed he would absolutely be repressed again. it was kind of tragic that the button was eventually pressed, but not by mal, since that solidified his belief that not only did the others he was supposed to be equal to also think he wasn't necessary, but having to beg for his life and be told he wasn't needed... being seen only for his maladaptive coping mechanisms and not as a fully fleshed out other person. then again it's not like the others were afforded the same dignity, they were just more 'acceptable' because they could be used to the host's advantage. but i'm sure it was that much a harsher turn simply because even though being repressed must have been like hell, he made it through, and he could just try again after a couple years, right? i mean, like mass integration without good communication or adequate professional help is gonna do anything beyond bringing everyone back tenfold after a while. but that had to fuckin STING, everyone deciding you're too much trouble to be worth even dealing with. that they collectively talked about it and decided they would rather die and take you down with them than even try to understand an ounce of what you've gone through. and the one guy who's done the most damage with the least amount of idea what he's doing gets to be the one who continues to live that much longer without questioning anything about it. god damn mal deserved so much better

oh yeah and don't get me wrong, this isn't a mike hate zone, im just in awe every single time over how little we actually see everyone interact internally but how much of their relationships feel so... exposed? is that the right word? seeing their development with mike during s5 was kind of eye opening. they know each other so intimately and yet not at all... like it's actually insane how close svetlana/vito/chester/manitoba are *just* from being cooped up in the headspace and not being able to share the life they.. well, Have To Share, and how mike apparently had *never been in the headspace until grand chef auto* and seeing him in there for the first time prompts THEM to attempt overthrowing him!!!!!! like clearly there's a lot of anti-mike-leadership sentiment that resulted in four people bonding and one going full joker mode like if that isn't enough flags letting you know mike either needs to be reformed or hand his role to someone else for a minute!!!!

anyway i kind of got off topic but my point is. mal really said revolution or bust & because mike was """the real one""" as per singlet rules, even if he wasn't the season villain he still would have been treated like shit because his entire system was working against him and as much as i want svetlana/chester/manitoba/vito to unionize, they literally cannot go anywhere if they don't take mal in with them. oh yeah and mike needs to be taken down a peg or several so bad it's unreal. he's fantastic "just got diagnosed and am under the illusion of non-control" host representation and i mean that painfully, relatably and derogatory

[paranoiias]

..wh..what terrible developments in the Moon Knight show?

oh god, I forget that I can't just queue stuff and expect people to know what I'm talking about

basically! there is rampant antisemitism, especially during episode 5, and I'm sure before too but I'm not jewish so there are things I will miss. in the comics, marc's trauma was from a neo-nazi hate crime. in the show, they switched out his mom to be abusive toward him, completely clearing out a very key part of his character for a very antisemitic trope. they consistently remove anything jewish about him, even throughout the flashbacks - one example being the birthday hat being switched out from a kippah. when they DO show anything, it is brief and extremely hard to miss (the star of david necklace for like, 3 seconds when they first go to cairo). marc was also wearing a kippah for his mother's shiva (which he decides not to go to), threw it on the ground, and then punched it while saying "I'm sorry". the director also shrugged off concerns about his decision to cast a non-jewish actor.

in regards to marc's DID, which I am more versed in, there are also a few problems. I did give some leeway with the fantastical aspects of the show, but my main problems were again with episode 5, along with how they're handling jake. jake, as of right now, is only shown to be violent and murder-y and while we don't know his motives, that's still An Issue. neither marc or steven know he exists - fine, that can be accurate - but they had a great chance to expand on that and they didn't, especially with regards to the scales. instead, steven is currently down for the count and right after he is left to become stone, the scales balance out, implying that marc needed to fuckin lose his alters before he could become balanced. I also take great issue with the psych ward being their representation of the afterlife, though I could also loosely see that being the case with a singlet.

some of it also just... doesn't make sense. in one of the flashbacks, steven switches in while their mom is yelling and banging on the door, and he starts cleaning his room as if he doesn't hear it??? we're told that steven doesn't remember any of the trauma, but that immediately conflicts with that moment. we then get the argument with steven and marc, where steven is angry that he was "created to be a stress ball", as if marc consciously chose to do that. steven also mentions that he thought he was "the original" - this isn't accurate, there is no "original" because when you're a child, you don't have a fully formed sense of self. it's blatant misinformation in the face of something that's trying to hold itself as the standard of representation.

even without all of this, allegedly the 6th and final episode is shorter than the rest of them, which? doesn't give enough time to wrap everything up neatly??? so I am very concerned that it's all going to be rushed and messed up further because they expect a second season, when that may not be the case

[funnylittlefella]

My problem with the fashion in miraculous.

Part 1 Marinette.

This is going to be a long rant on why I don’t like the fashion in miraculous, which seems very negative but it’s probably just me over analyzing everything.

In 2015 Miraculous: tales of ladybug and chat noir was released, at the time there were already other rivaling cartoons (such as Star vs the forces of evil, Steven Universe and Gravity falls being the most popular ones) What made Miraculous stand out from other cartoons that were aimed for kids/preteens was the 3D animation, this made the show quite popular, especially since Disney's new 3D animated films such as Frozen, Tangled and Big Hero Six was quite popular especially on tumblr (because of the re-colours and redesigns of Rapunzel/Elsa and whoever else into a hipster or some other god awful fashion trend from 2010-2016)

Miraculous is STILL airing today meaning that when I was in grade 6 I was watching it, now I'm in my last year of highschool and we are finally seeing development in the show (sorry) however we have not seen any character changes in clothing which I know we don't see much but I feel as if Marinette wears the same 4 outfits and I WOULD LOVE to see a storyline where Marinette is maturing and decides to change her hairstyle and her clothing choices.

Lets analyse Marinette's everyday outfit.

Marinette wears a white singlet top(tank top?) with a black outline/trim, on the singlet top we see a flower design that appears to be a cherry blossom or lotus. Over the top of the shirt she wears a dark grey blazer jacket with a white inside with pink polka dots, she sports this same material but inverted so it is pink with white dots on her purse. For the bottoms she wears hot pink jeans which appear to have the same polka dot pattern on the cuffs as the jacket she wears, the jeans also have some weird ripped/line structure too them which has been added with a white stitching. She wears baby pink ballet flats with a slight heel and black lining and a bow.

I don’t really like this outfit, it’s very boring and I think that Marinette being an aspiring fashion designer would wear something bold that shows off her skills and her own personal style. I also believe that Marinette would be on trend, while being ladybug could potentially leave her with not enough time to come up with new designs, I think it would be a good concept for Marinette to be wearing a new design once in a while. (Even though I know it will be the same polka dot,baby pink, flower fabric that marinette seems to have 10000 yards of.)

For example, in Gravity Falls Mable would wear a different sweater each episode (don’t quote me on that I could be wrong)

Mabel wore the same structure of outfit each episode yes, but it was new each time. And while I wouldn’t consider this the height of fashion, it suits Mabels personality and shows that she is different from the other characters who wear the same outfit every episode.

SPOILERS FOR GRAVITY FALLS

Mabels constant changing of sweaters shows the chaos of her character, you never know what to expect with her, which is why she played a vital role in Bills plan, she was unpredictable and let her ego and own happiness succumb to her chaotic actions.

This would be an easy concept to implement into miraculous and would fit with the context, perhaps Marinette would make a new piece of clothing to wear each episode, it could start off with smaller accessories that slowly develop into larger pieces. If Marinette is sad, it could reflect in the item she chooses to make.

However that isn’t the main problem of the outfits, my problem is that I hate them, I’m not judging you if you like them in any way,shape or form, but personally I cannot see a normal teenager wearing these outfits, there is only few characters whose outfits actually make sense.

For example, Marinettes outfit feels more mature, as if she is working in an office, this does not fit her character at all, and while the colours are bright, the structure and presentation of the pieces gives off the boring dull feeling of working in an office and makes her look much older.

Now here is what I would’ve liked Marinette to wear each season. (considering the dates of releases)

Season 1 2015

In season one we are introduced to Marinette, considering Marinettes age 13. Bare with me, I understand these years are arguably the worst for fashion.

The reason why I picked this outfit is because it reminds me of Marinette, Taking inspiration from 2015 trends, we see Marinette following basic trends such as off the shoulder and denim materials, however, I believe she would add her own style by adding the polka dot pattern to the inside of the jacket (like her original blazer) and the skirt. This look is generally what I would consider to be basic Marinette, she could wear this throughout each season since it is a outfit that could fit into any time frame (2000s-2020) with a few alterations.

Season 2 2016.

2016 was also not a good year for fashion but oh well I digress. This season we get to meet new characters, including new miraculous wielders and love interest. This is also when we get a Marinette birthday episode shower her growth symbolically or whatever.

I decided to add ‘edge’ to this outfit, since we do see Marinette get hurt in a few episodes and struggle with having to choose the right people to wield a miraculous. on the left, I chose a bomber jacket since they were incredibly popular at the time, and dark heels to show Marinettes change, however underneath she wears bright pink jeans and a white turtleneck, this is to show that she is still soft and caring.

Season 3 2019.

this is where it gets much better since the trends and fashion were actually really good this year. We see a lot of important points in this season, we get backstory about characters, learn more about the Miraculous lore, AND we see Marinette be very mature and put Adrien and Kagamis happiness over her own.

This is how I think Marinette would dress and yes they are 4 very different styles, but I think that she would want to show variety not only in her work as a designer, but also as a person, Marinette wants to grow.

Anyways that’s all for now, yes this post is very much all over the place and I start point and leave them without conclusion, but it was fun for me.

EDIT: in my research I decided to change my idea lol, Marinette doesn’t wear the item she makes because it’s too expensive to have a character wear a new outfit each episode, but instead we just see her making a new item.

[evans713]

warm up / johnny storm

for @star-spangled-beard-burn seasons of fiction writing challenge 2020

author's note: dedicated to @sweater-daddiesdumbdork thank you for always being there for me, i love you💕

warnings: not edited; pure fluff; mentions of smut but nothing explicit; super BAD writing, you've been warned

"Johnny, no!" Y/N squealed as flame boy lifted her from her spot in the lounge chair. She had been talking to Sue and Alice about her news. She was excited and couldn't help but blush at the girls' playful teasing. Johnny admiring how happy and carefree she looked from the other side of the pool decided to help her cool down. Sue couldn't help but roll her eyes and was explaining to Alice what was happening, a warm smile gracing her lips.

"Oh, come on, princess." Johnny said as he had Y/N over his shoulder. "I think you need a bit of cooling down." He went as far as to touch underneath her butt, using his power a little as to prove his point.

Y/N's eyes widened at the suggestion and touching and started hitting his back. "Johnny, I swear-" She stopped when her vision was flipped. She closed her eyes briefly at the sudden change and found pretty blue eyes twinkling in her direction when she opened them again. "Don't you dare touch my butt again." She playfully threatened him.

"Oh, you mean..." His hands moved her legs around his waist and finally settled them on the back of her thighs, dangerously close to her bum. "Like this?"

Y/N narrowed her eyes. "Stop. Touching. Me." She softly ordered.

"Your request is my command, doll." Johnny smirked and Y/N realized her mistake a little too late. Next thing she knew, Y/N had been thrown in the pool. The cool water, although refreshing on her Johnny-warmed skin, left her in shock. She should've known Johnny would have done it regardless but she felt like a fool for asking him to stop touching her.

Johnny was laughing hysterically as she resurfaced for air. He was waiting for her to come up before jumping in with her. He just needed her to see him so she could try to run away from him. The cute faces she would always make at something he did or said were something he never wanted to miss.

"Johnny!"

"Yes, darling?" He came up to her and circled his arms around her waist.

Y/N didn't even know what to say to him and a traitorous smile started showing on her lips. "I hate you." She grumbled, making Johnny let out a heartfelt laugh.

"Sure you do, sugarplum." He whispered, pulling her closer to him.

Y/N circled her arms around his neck. "Yes, I do. You probably ruined my favorite dress." She whispered.

"You just looked too hot sitting there." The smirk etched on his lips told her he wasn't sorry at all. "I'm sorry, doll."

"No, you are not." Y/N scoffed.

"No, I'm not."

"You two don't think about coming inside the house until you're dry." Ben's booming voice startled both of them. "Alice doesn't want your wet butts in our house."

"Ben!" Alice exclaimed as Ben laughed and closed the door.

"He's such a party pooper." Johnny expressed as he looked back at Y/N. "What?" He asked at the glaring she was giving him.

"Don't 'what' me, Johnny. I didn't bring a spare change of clothes." She said.

"You got me, love." He said and dragged the both of them to the edge of the pool. Gently, he grabbed her hips and lifted her so she was sitting on the edge. "Don't move, sweet cheeks."

Y/N shook her head and chuckled at the nickname as she saw Johnny hoist himself out of the water. She groaned when he shook himself like a dog getting rid of the excess water, causing him to laugh some more at her predicament. "May I move now?" She asked sarcastically.

"You may, sweetness." He said and offered his hands to help her up. Johnny groaned when he saw the fabric of her dress sticking to her body and forced himself to look away.

"How come you are dry already?" Y/N asked as she took a towel from the lounge chairs.

"Uh, I-" Johnny stammered at the way she dried her neck and part of her breasts, the part that wasn't covered by the thin material of her dress. The material that was see-through and showed the cute pattern of her bra. The bra that was now cold and perked her-

"Johnny, you okay?" Her worried voice snapped him out of his thoughts and snapped his eyes away from her chest. His eyes widened when she came close to him and he tried very hard to keep his eyes from slipping down again. Something that could happen very easily due to her shorter height.

"I- I'm..." He cleared his throat. "I'm fine." He whispered when Y/N placed her palm on his forehead.

"Should I be worried?" She whispered and Johnny could've sworn that he could taste her on his lips.

Johnny cleared his throat and smirked. "What are you talking about, babe? You should know by now I'm always this hot." He smiled widely at the roll of her eyes but stopped when she shivered involuntarily. He took his plaid shirt off and felt pride when her eyes closed right after taking a peek at the singlet covering his abdomen. "You are always welcome to look, princess."

"Eh, I've seen better." Y/N grumbled as she tried to find somewhere to set her eyes onto that wasn't the skin of his broad shoulders.

"Oh, really?" Johnny moved his face closer to hers. Y/N nodded and he smirked. "Really, doll?"

Before Y/N could nod again, Johnny took the towel from her, making her squeal at the chill air nipping at her skin. "Johnny, it's freezing."

"Take that back and I'll give it back."

"Johnny!" She called after him as he began walking backwards.

"Take it back, baby."

"Johnny, please!"

"Take it back or I'll throw you in the pool again."

"Okay, okay, you are the best I've ever seen. Happy?"

"Ecstatic." Johnny smiled as he walked back towards her. "Take your dress off, love."

"W-what?" Y/N stuttered.

"I promise I won't peek." He said and then added. "A lot."

"Johnny." She warned.

"I promise I won't peek at all, now take it off, put my shirt on or you'll catch a cold." Johnny said sternly and created a little tent with the towel for Y/N to slip off her dress with no one watching her. She put the dress on his shoulder and quickly grabbed his shirt to put it on herself. She grabbed the towel from his hands and wrapped her hair with it.

When she looked back at Johnny, she was sure she was blushing but she relaxed when she noticed that he had closed his eyes and was waiting patiently for her. "You can open your eyes." She said softly.

Johnny opened his eyes and smiled warmly at her. "I won't ever be able to do that twisty thing you do with the towel." He chuckled and took in the rest of her. His shirt was a lot larger on her, reaching her mid thigh and he loved seeing her in his clothes. It was a sight he was sure he would never get tired of. And he didn't care if it took her forever to give him his shirts back or that his hoodies would mysteriously disappear, he would get a million just so he could see her wearing them.

"You won't be able to do the twisty thing because you are not that smart." Y/N teased.

"I could always throw you again into the water, baby."

"Don't you dare." She pointed her finger at him.

Johnny took her finger and brought her closer. "I won't if you sit with me for a bit." He said softly.

"Shouldn't we go inside? It's kind of freezing out here."

"You heard Ben, Alice doesn't want your wet self in her house." Johnny smirked.

"So convenient that you dry in five seconds, isn't it?" She grumbled as she sat with her back resting on his chest, his legs warm against hers.

"It is." Johnny chuckled. "Now, relax, babe. You'll love this." Y/N was confused for a moment as he brought his hand in front of her. She smiled when his fingers ignited a ball of flame on his palm. "Your very own bonfire." Johnny whispered in her ear, making Y/N shiver. She cleared her throat and put her hands near the small fire to warm them.

They spent a good half an hour together but for Johnny it felt like three seconds with her nestled against his chest. "Thank you, Johnny." Y/N moved her head so she was facing the side of his head and kissed his cheek, leaving a tingly sensation on his skin.

"You guys, dinner will be ready soon." Sue yelled from the kitchen door.

After letting Sue know they would be inside in a few, Y/N turned around to face Johnny. "Think you can dry my dress?" She wondered.

Johnny smirked. "Of course, doll." He leaned back on the chair and laid the dress over his chest. A few minutes and sadly for him, she would have to wear the damn dress again. His train of thought continued the more he stared at her drying her hair. But he was snapped when she made a cute sniffing face.

"Johnny Storm, you are burning my dress!" Y/N gasped, making Johnny take the piece of clothing and burning it further as he tried to put down the tiny flames.

"I'm sorry, doll, it must be a very delicate fabric. I didn't mean to." He apologized and Y/N closed her eyes in distress.

"Our parents are getting here soon and not only did you throw me in the water but you also burnt my outfit. What am I supposed to wear now?" She rambled, getting up from the chair and crossing her arms over her chest. Despite the reprimand he was getting, Johnny was enjoying the way his shirt rode up her thighs. And the way the cotton fabric brushed her skin as she walked up to him. "My eyes are up here, Mr. Storm." She said as she placed a finger underneath his chin and lifted his head so their eyes met.

"And you have very lovely eyes, sweetheart."

"Stop distracting me." She exhaled loudly. "I'll ask Alice if she can lend me something."

"But you are wearing my shirt, you can wear it for dinner." Johnny protested.

"You are pretty excited about me wearing your shirt. By any chance, did you burn my dress on purpose?" Y/N smirked.

"Never, baby. It was an accident."

"Okay, and what will you be wearing?"

"I can always wear this." He pointed at the white singlet on him.

"Ugh, alright, come on." Y/N offered her hand to which Johnny gladly accepted. "I'll get some shorts from Alice before our parents think we're doing something else out here."

"You mean the thing we'll be doing on our wedding night?"

"Johnny."

"And the thing we'll be doing in a few hours to celebrate our engagement? Can you tell me what thing that is?" Johnny took her hand and kissed the finger where a shining engagement ring was sitting there like he always intended on putting it.

"Making love, Johnny, we'll be making love."

/

Bonus

"Y/N?" Johnny quietly knocked on her door and hoped that she would open even though he 'wasn't supposed to be there'. "Love?" He opened the door when he didn't hear anything from the other side.

A groan from the ensuite bathroom worried him. He quickly walked and knocked on the door. "Sue?" Y/N's voice sounded weak and it only worried Johnny.

"No, baby, it's me. Are you okay?"

"What are you doing here?"

"Y/N, are you okay?"

"Yes, I'm fine."

Johnny sighed in relief. "They say I'm not supposed to come in but I need to make sure, okay, love?"

"Okay."

"What happened?" He asked right away and walked up to her as he saw her sitting next to the toilet bowl. "Wait, are you? Are we?"

Y/N nodded gently and rested her head on his shoulder. "I'm pregnant, Johnny." She whispered softly. "We are having a baby."

"If I knew you were going to gift me a baby, I would've gotten you something better." Johnny chuckled, confusing Y/N as he offered the paper bag he had brought with him.

"What are you-?" She wondered as she searched the contents of the bag. "Oh, my..." Inside the bag, the dress Johnny had burnt the night of their engagement party.

"I'm sorry it took me so long to replace it. It was out of stock for the longest time."

Y/N sniffed loudly. "I love you, Johnny. Thank you for the dress and you know, for our bun."

"I love you too, babygirl." Johnny wiped the lone tear that fell from her eye. "I know you are carrying our baby but please let's not call it bun. It's going to stick and Ben will never let it go." He groaned.

"Oh, yes. God forbid Ben starts teasing you."

"Exactly!" Johnny smirked. "Are you up for marrying me today still?"

"Of course, flame boy."

[haich-slash-cee]

Being Human (UK)

This is a show that I recommend to people... but I add a lot of caveats.

The recommendation: A werewolf, vampire and ghost are flatmates. This show is hilarious! So much macabre and slice of life humor! And horror and whump!? Also, the show was run by a side-channel of BBC (BBC3) and I guess they had no production money, so the actors mostly look human and they just refer to each other as being a 500-year old vampire or ghost or whatever. Which makes it even better. The werewolf is Jewish, recites a Jewish prayer at least once, and hangs out watching “The Real Hustle” with the vampire. They work in a hospital as janitors. The ghost has a habit of making everyone tea to soothe herself and the flat is cluttered with tea mugs everywhere all the time. Also, people do get fang-y or wolf-y or do weird poltergeist stuff. And gore happens.

Longish post, more below the cut.

PS, this is the 2008-2013 UK version of Being Human, which I hear had a cult following. There’s certainly stuff on Tumblr. I found the BBC version through the US remake of Being Human, but I’m much more charmed by the BBC version. (The US version has the vampire and werewolf as hospital doctors? Why?) Also I watched the show maybe 4, 5 years ago, so impressions are from that.

And the caveats: There’s a lot of sexism which was hard to watch. It’s engrained in the premise and plot and occasional gross sexist jokes. And there’s other problematic stuff in the writing. It’s like having glass shards show up the meal you are enjoying, and it’s why I’m not sure I’ll rewatch the series (or not in it’s entirety, anyway). There’s also a limited spinoff web series called Becoming Human which also had some problems for me, including some gross sexism and fatphobia. (John Boyega from Star Wars does show up as a character in that series, for anyone interested.)

Back to Being Human and overall series recommendations. So the 1st season was good. I kind of forgot what happened in the 2nd and 3rd season (I think they got depressing and slow?). The 4th season picked up again, much to my surprise, and I remember liking the 4th and 5th season a lot. Even though [spoilers] there was a complete cast change by this time. But it worked, somehow. The show did go from at least having one woman of color to having an all-white cast at the end, which was not great. And there’s other racism too.

For people who like their happily-ever-after: uhhh so I vaguely recall that a lot of characters don’t really get a happy ending. Granted, half of them are walking around dead already, so...? Overall, the ending of the 5th season is... Is that a happy ever after? Happy for now? The Bonus on the DVD kind of makes it a happy-for-now with a continued possibility? It’s an acceptable HFN?

.....And now, the notes for all the hurt/comfort people and whumpers:

Holy crap people, there is SO much h/c and whump!?

OK first -- George the werewolf. George’s transformation sequence, SUPER whumpy.

Also, George ends up naked often, come to think. And he screams a lot during the show, for various reasons. The actor himself, in the bonus DVD interviews I think, cheerfully says something like, “People really like the way George screams, I do too.” (This is like when David Tennant cheerfully talked about how he enjoys playing a character who is unconscious and sick and gets fussed over by people.) And George is a very sympathetic, nerdy character who is easy to feel for. Who occasionally turns into a SNARLY SCARY WEREWOLF AGAINST HIS WILL. As mentioned, I think I liked season 1 George more than seasons 2 or 3.

Emotional hurt/comfort -- so Annie the Ghost provides a lot of the emotional centering, as I recall. Throughout all 5 seasons, all the characters lean on each other for support and there’s a lot of lovely warm fuzzies from that. Also, one of the later werewolf characters, Tom, is generally a sweet kid. I’m glad they didn’t do too much of the transformation horror with him, honestly. George/Russel Tovey could carry that, but I thought Tom’s strong point was looking puppy-eyed and folorn-eyebrow’d and trying to navigate the world with a mix of naivety and half-feral-ness.

Above: exhausted naps on the couch.

Below: Classic Being Human humor. A review of house rules and vampire stabbing etiquette, between Annie and Tom --

[Spoilers from here on] Okay, so as mentioned, the cast changed over between season 4-5. And to my surprise, I think I loved the new trio as much as, or more than, the original trio. I liked how loud Alex the ghost was. And I liked both Annie and Alex.

Also, I did not expect this either, but I got so interested in Hal! Yo! First of all, Hal is a centuries-old Vampire and speaks/looks like, idk, a Regency Character. And then 19-yr old Tom puts Hal to work at a fast food shop and bosses him around, and Hal’s indignation is hilarious. So already, this is excellent.

And somehow, Hal is very, very whumpy? So: the character of a “vampire who is trying to be good and suffers” is not new, and I’ve encountered versions where I haven’t been interested. (I was lukewarm about Mitchell, the original vampire in the show.) But for whatever reason, I really dug Hal. Maybe, for me, Hal was just the right mix of very serious and earnest but also ridiculous and tragic all at once. (I read some interviews with the actor Damien Molony, who mentioned how he’d done a lot of history and addiction research in to prep for the role. The new trio actors also had a lot of chemistry and fun on sets, it sounds like. So I might be picking up all that.)

Also, Hal is actually two characters -- the ridiculous indignant serious Good Hal who is desperately trying to keep the horrible, rude, murderous, Bad Hal from taking over. But, as one of the show producers, a woman, cheerfully commented in the DVD extras: “And then Bad Hal shows up, which is great, everyone likes a bit of Bad Hal”. 

Honestly, why do we even pretend to hide our fascination with the macabre and the whump, when showrunners and actors are cheerfully not hiding it all.

Here’s clips of Good Hal in Season 4:

Oh, I forgot about this part until I rewatched the last clip -- but at the end of season 4, Hal asks his flatmates to forcibly bind him to a chair, because he’s trying to fight off Bad Hal. Based on my perusing of the whump community, pretty sure that scenario is of interest to someone.

Also notable is the episode “No Care, All Responsibility” (Series 5 ep 3). In one scene in particular, where Natasha has offered Hal a way to control his bloodlust and there’s this mix of vulnerability and power with Hal asking Natasha to put a stake against his heart, I remember thinking -- “I bet a woman wrote this ep and I bet she knew exactly what she wanted”. And I was right, that woman is Sarah Dollard, a queer woman who has also written a lot of other things (including Doctor Who). She also wrote Being Human goofy web extra eps with Alex, Hal and Tom called “Alex’s Unfinished Business” and they are so good ! (Interview). 

Also... the opening 3-minute backstory in “No Care...” made me cry. You get a glimpse of the show’s baddie showing real care and emotion in rescuing this little kid (an important character). When this kind of scene is done well, it just gets me. every. time.

Anyway here’s an appearance of Bad Hal (much later), being completely awful, murdering people and turning them into vampires and singing Broadway tunes during this.

Side note on Vampire narratives. Although Hal’s narrative arc of season 5 was interesting, and I’m aware this is show is urban fantasy, I still have qualms of the show enforcing IRL stigmas/ideas that addition is incurable and addicts are doomed. They’re not. (General overview on NIH page.) Addiction research is a growing field. From listening to NPR and reading articles, my impression is that addiction treatment will change quickly in the next few years. Related to the vampire blood addiction trope, Terry Pratchett covers vampires finding ways to be “dry” (one vampire, Maladict, swaps out blood addiction for coffee addiction) and you can find fanfics about the topic as well. (General link to Being Human Ao3 fanfics, why not.)

Side note on Hal’s dual characters -- recently, I did consider, “Is there overlap with Hal and portrayals of Dissociative Identity Disorder (MPD) folks?” IRL DID people have complained about movies with gross portrayals of people with DID. To me, Being Human’s Hal feels removed from that and closer to a fantasy.... but, I’m also not multi, so.

* Update: after having learned more about plural history, I’m even less sure now. (Note: my opinions are of someone who isn’t plural, as far as I know, so note that.) There’s a number of early problematic movies and books that hugely affected the popular narratives of plural people in the west, and still affect how therapists and non-plural people treat plural people even today. These include the movie “The Three Faces of Eve”, which has the narrative of “Good Eve, Bad Even, and later smushed together become ‘Fixed Eve’ or whatever”. There’s practically a whole lecture series on how the books/movies were made with sensationalism and formulas in mind and pretty gross things. Chris Costner Sizemore, the IRL Eve, had to fight the movie studios in court because the studios claimed they owned her life story. (There’s practically a whole lecture series on early plural history in the west, I might link more information later). Like, even today, multi people feel pressured to hide their plurality because they are afraid singlets or other people are gonna say “oh so which one of you is the ax murderer”, or that they are going to be fired from work. So.  

This post turned into a “Being Human seasons 4 + 5 Appreciation Post”. I guess Season 1 and 4, 5 were my favorite. I watched the show through library DVDs, but I think there’s eps of the show on YouTube. The DVD extras are probably on this YouTube playlist?

(Also, there is a pilot episode, with different actors except George/Russel Tovey. I don’t think one needs to watch the pilot to watch the main series; I kind of recall that the main series recycled some of the pilot. There is a funny scene in the pilot where George and Mitchell meet Annie.)

Being Human: a macabre, hilarious, horror-filled, flawed, sometimes dragging, emotional, whumpy, oddball show that I still think about sometimes.

[hamletteprinceofdenmark]

the 100 ask game

tagged by the lovely @pendragaryen

1. What station on the Ark would you be from?

Whichever used to be the Australian station I guess.

2. What would you get arrested for on the Ark?

I’d like to say I’d go down for something brave and heroic but it would probably something stupid and trivial, like the space equivalent of jay-walking.

3. Would you take off your wristband when you landed on the ground?

Not at first, but I’d definitely take it off for that sweet, sweet panther meat after a day or two.

4. What would the necklace Finn would make for you look like? (Clarke: deer/Raven: a raven duh..)

Well, first of all, I’d punt him halfway across the dropship camp before he even had a chance, so jot that down.

But an elephant, I guess, ugh.

5. If you could resurrect any MINOR character who would it be?

Fox, poor baby, I miss her.

6. Create a squad of 5 characters to go on missions with. Who are they?

Bellamy, Murphy, Roan, Clarke, Diyoza

7. What Grounder Clan would you belong to?

Floukru babey, take me to the sea!

8. What would your name be in Trigedasleng? (example: Octavia=Okteivia…just make it up!)

Lucia ... but emphasis on the second syllable... so like ... Lu-SHA. It would probably just get shortened down to Sha.

9. Thoughts on Finn? Some people hate him, and others love him, so I’m curious

Finn Collins is the boy who you think is cute at first, but then he turns out to be that middle class white boy who thinks he knows more than the professor in Philosophy & Ethics 101 and interrupts then at every chance he gets. He has a BLM tshirt but also insists on knowing where any POC he meets is “from”. Goes to the Gender Studies class, but you heard through the grapevine that he’s cheating on his girlfriend. Shallow, third-rate garbagé who thinks he knows better than you because he’s ~sensitive~

Finn Collins could die in a fire and I would not care.

10. Be honest. How willing would you have been to take the chip without knowing all the horrible things it does?

A chip that cures my mental illness and helps me live the day to day nightmare that is Earth? Hell yeah I’m taking it.

11. What character do you relate to most?

Probably Harper actually. I too am a Mum friend who is sweet and caring and who will absolutely rip you a new one if you attack any of my adopted kids.

12. What character do you like the least?

See Question 9.

13. Describe your delinquent outfit. (Would you wear something like Murphy’s jacket with the spikey red shoulder patch or have a trademark like Jasper’s goggles? Be creative, yet practical)

black skinny jeans, combat boots, blue long sleeve shirt white singlet layered combo, and big green army surplus jacket.

14. Favorite type of mutant animal?

Pauna. Rest in peace you chaotic 2-tonne plot hole.

15. What would your job be on the Ark?

I probably would have been in the childcare system, or some kind of human relations work.

16. Would you have willingly pumped Ontari’s heart if Abby asked?

Of course! I gotta keep our girl Clarke alive in there! Imma be real with you though chief, I would probably be looking at the wall the whole time. I don’t have a great stomach for body gore.

17. If Lexa wasn’t Heda, but she was still alive then who would have made the best commander?

Out of all the Nightbloods? No one jumps out at me as particularly competent tbh. I’ve got high hopes for Madi though.

18. How would you act if you ate the hallucinogenic nuts like Jasper and Monty?

Probably sobbing, stuck within the dark inner workings of Depression Brain. I have absolutely no faith that I would have a good trip.

19. How would you have dealt with Charlotte’s crime? A more John Murphy approach or Bellamy Blake approach?

Charlotte needed help desperately. I would have pardoned her.

20. Who should have been the Chancellor, if anyone?

Bellamy and Clarke as co leaders.

Kane and Indra as consultants. Raven is head of Tech. Let’s go people!

21. Would you have been on Pike’s side like Bellamy or on Kane’s side? Or Clarke in Polis?

I would’ve been on Kane’s side

22. Mount Weather had a lot of modern commodities. (example: Maya’s Ipod) What is the one thing you would snatch while there?

New books probably.

23. What would your Grounder tattoos look like? Hairstyle? War paint?

I’d probably have the tatts and war paint of my kru. I loved Octavia’s hair during season 2, so something along those lines, or wild and free with beads and braids like Luna.

24. Favorite quote?

“The dead are gone, Clarke, the living are hungry,” is a fucking raw line.

“It won’t survive me,” is another banger.

“You may be the Chancellor, but I am in charge,” cemented my love for Clarke Griffin.

I could go on...

25. If all of the characters were in the Hunger Games, who would have the best shot at winning?

Team Cockroach. Murphy.

Clarke and Bellamy have that Plot Armour though so I like their chances.

26. Least favorite ship? Favorite canon ship? Favorite non canon ship? NOT INCLUDING CL OR BC OR BE

Least fave: I have been prohibited.

Fave canon: Memori.

Fave non-canon: I have been prohibited.

27. A song that should be included in the next season? If there had to be another guest star like Shawn Mendes on the show, who would you want to make a cameo?

I am waiting for them to use Bloodsport by Raleigh Ritchie. Or something by either Delta Rae or Sara Barielles, simply because I love them.

28. What would you do if you were stuck in the bunker with Murphy for all that time?

Probably be a couch potato. My latent doomsday brain would kick in and I’d just give up, so the bunker finally opening would be a nice surprise.

29. You’re an extra that gets killed off. How do you die?

I was chipped and never seen again bro.

30. A character you’d like to learn more about and get flashbacks of?

I want more Aurora flashbacks so bad it hurts but I know we’ll never get them. I just want people to stop treating her like she was a deadbeat or even an abusive parent. She wasn’t. She was doing the best with what she had, which was fuck all.

31. A character you’d bang?

They’re all my children ... I couldn’t.

On the other hand, if Lindsey Morgan was interested...

32. Would you stay in the Bunker? Go up to Space? Or live on your own in Eden?

EDEN. Are you kidding? I’ll take berries over algae or bunker meat any day.

33. In the Bunker, would you follow Octavia? What would you do to pass the time underground?

I would follow her cause if I didn’t I Would Die. I would spend my time trying to be as quiet and small as possible, and stay out of her way!

34. What crime would you commit in the Bunker that lands you in the fighting pits?

Someone reported me muttering dissent when I didn’t think anyone was around.

35. Up in Space, who would you bond with first? Who would be the most difficult for you to get along with?

This may come as a surprise but I don’t bond with people very easily (lol). Harper probably sought me out and made sure I was okay. Echo and I have the same sense of humour so we’d probably be close. Monty too. Murphy would drive me up the wall.

36. How long do you think you would last on Earth by yourself?

2 weeks, tops.

37. When the Eligius ship lands what do you do?

Hide and observe from a far. Don’t attack or provoke in any way.

38. Favorite Eligius character? Least favorite?

DIYOZA.

McCreary.

39. Would you Spacewalk?

If I’d passed all the tests and training and it was all above board? Sure. If not? Absolutely not are you crazy?!

40. Would you prefer to eat Windshield Bugs, Space Algae, or Bunker Meat?

The right answer is algae, but my tastebuds say steak over bugs or glorified pond scum. Sorry.

41. Would you start a war for the last spot of green on earth? What would your solution be to avoid it?

I won’t win a fight to the death, so you best believe I’m going to use diplomacy to it’s absolute limits and then some.

42. Would you rather dig out flesh-eating worms or stick thumb drives into bullet holes?

USB to the arm 100% percent. In and out, quick extraction, no pain caused since they’re already dead, and thumb drives aren’t vicious, carnivorous murder worms which is a huge plus.

43. Are you willing to poison your sister for the Traitor Who You Love? What would you do to stop Octavia?

If my sister had gone that far off the deep end? Probably. I can’t really imagine it though, my sister is so level headed.

44. Would you go to sleep in cryo or stay awake like Marper?

I’d volunteer to be a custodian. It suits me. Getting to live in peace, taking care of the people I love for the rest of my life after the chaos and trauma of the ground seems near heavenly.

45. Who are you waking up first to explore the new planet?

Bellamy and Clarke.

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Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles - 15+

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, No the only thing that matters now are the hairstyles that have been released such as Mila Kunis's short hair with baby bangs and Jenna Dewan's stylish bob. Both beautiful women styled their hair on the night by the same hairdresser Chad Wood. The 33 year old actress wore a white singlet and denim jumpsuit without her husband Ashton Kutcher and their two children.

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, Just last week Ashton revealed details about the couple's first kiss saying On The Howard Stern Show that as he initially thought the couple's romance was nothing serious. I was still smoking and he had given up smoking and it was as if he wanted me to hunt for cigarette smoke so he could breathe.

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, And I was like: w Ok I remembered. So I started doing this slowly through the night it got closer and closer. Actress Mila Kunis is a celebrity beauty but the Hollywood a Lister doesn't mix much. Indeed the 35 year old star of cult flick Bad Moms has worn her hair the same length and the same rich chocolate color for as long as we can remember. Please imagine Mila Kunis for a moment.

Mila Kunis's Short Hairstyles

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, What do you see. Long centrally separated waves and gorgeous giant eyes. OK well he still has giant eyes. Hello Giggles noted that Kunis's new French girl outbursts may be clip on but either way those short haircuts and trendy styles are a sign of what's to come this summer.

Mila Kunis's Haircuts

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, Since Kunis went out with the new 'do searches for terms like Mila Kunis hair Mila Kunis bang and Mila Kunis Billboard Music Awards have spiked on Google making short hair clearer with bangs caught people's attention. Everyone from Selena Gomez to Dua Lipa to Kylie Jenner has gone under the scissors in recent months and now Mila Kunis is jumping on the bob bandwagon.

Mila Kunis's Hairstyles

Mila Kunis's Short Haircuts and Hairstyles, Check out our gallery of Mila Kunis hairstyles over the years. Get hair inspiration from this star from 70's show to find a hairstyle that will look as good as you.

Mila Kunis's Short Hair

Mila Kunis is known for her exotic beauty and her signature long wavy locks. But on Monday the 33 year old actress and mother of two surprised us all when she released her side by side chin length bob as she ran a casual target with her daughter Wyatt.

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Thursday on instagram instagram hairstylist Chad Wood shared a photo on his Instagram of Kunis new do flaunting the Bad Moms star's more angular take on the trend. Mila Kunis has remained true to her roots throughout her two decade tenure in Hollywood literally. Mila Kunis blonde hair But we're not the only ones with the same mindset: like Solange's bleached curls and Emma Roberts champagne highlights many celebrities are coming out with new hairstyles for the new season. Now another star is showing off her latest transformation. Mila Kunis new haircut 2020 - 2021 He finally got up and started his schooling. Her father Mark Kunis recognized his daughter's acting talents and enrolled her in Beverly Hills Studios for acting classes. This is where Mila met the future agent who hired her. Mila Kunis with blonde hair One of Mila's first acting gigs was a cute 1993 children's commercial for Lisa Frank products. In this ad Mila Kunis had a look of all sorts a slight 80 targeted for children in her long and curly black hair. She then moved on to various minor roles on. Mila Kunis hair 2020 - 2021 Television such as our live and 7 Days Of Heaven where she was often seen half up with her long dark curly hair or with a fishtail braid. She also had small roles in films such as honey and Gia in which she played a young. Mila Kunis straight hair Angelina Jolie with long thick black hair and impressive eyes that really elevate her scenes. The defining moment of his career was when he took on the role of Jackie in show 70. Her character Jackie was pampered and spoiled. And she played with gusto while she showcased 70 different. Hair variations of her long raven hair which was mostly long and. Mila Kunis natural hair Wavy for most of the show's seasons. That's why most people are so familiar with his look. The pregnancy news won't come as a shock to fans both Mila and Ashton have been vocal about their love of parenting. Starting in 2020 - 2021 and ending in 2020 we have found 12 newsworthy hairstyles that Kunis has rocked in the past. Mila Kunis with short hair From air dried waves along with lavender eyeshadow to Hollywood favorite Bob start swiping to see every iteration of the Mila Kunis cut. Everyone from Selena Gomez to Dua Lipa to Kylie Jenner has jumped on the bob bandwagon in recent months and now Mila Kunis is. Mila Kunis hair colour joining them. Thursday on instagram instagram hairstylist Chad Wood shared a photo on his Instagram of Kunis new do flaunting the Bad Moms star's more angular take on the trend. As seen in the photo The Kunis Bob has shorter wavy textured ends at the back than it does at the front. Her straight hairstyle looks perfect and elegant. Mila Kunis hair color With all this talk about blunt bobs look at everyone doing sharp chops we feared the long bob would come to an end. But leave it to Mila Kunis and her stunning new ultra flattering haircut to lob back. Cue adult lobe. This hair is the 'Miss Congeniality' of the world and works wonders with every hair type. Mila Kunis haircut 2020 - 2021 Nadine Nadine Johns Alcock Mila Kunis went crazy on the internet when she got her shortest cut in June and while we love her we love even more how she looks on the adult stage. Her hairdresser took to Instagram to share her now lob with the caption fresh for her haircut. A group of other stylish trend setting women in. Mila Kunis bangs Hollywood show off their own undulating sledges styled in loose waves including Vanessa Hudgens Hailey Baldwin Sarah Paulson and Selena Gomez. Because Kunis did a big hair change last night at the 2020 - 2021 Billboard Music Awards with raven black cropped bob and crazy short bangs. Yeah boom. Her new hair first appeared on. Mila Kunis wavy hair Instagram last night with a photo posted by hairdresser Chad Wood. Headline: bangs and bobs are definitely the theme this year. He was most likely referring to Jenna Dewan's new super chic bob which was also in charge of wood. As someone who was fatally afraid of having another blast after trying them when they were babies and crying until they were young I leaned on Mila for a beautiful brave look. Mila Kunis gray hair However the mother of two married to Ashton Kutcher with whom she shares a daughter and son underwent a transformation cutting her long brunette locks into a lob namely a long bob. And she also came out of hiding one night to get a photo with t Swift. Please look at these photos and consider cutting your hair immediately. Mila Kunis curly hair Mila Kunis boosted Beauty shares on Monday night as she took on Bob one of the biggest hair trends of the season. The 32 year old wowed fans with her glossy black tresses worn into wavy short bob hair as she attended the Bad Moms premiere. Thanks. This season the haircut of choice for cool girls everywhere is undoubtedly a sleek textured bob. Mila Kunis new haircut Back in June Mila Kunis shocked the world when she cut her signature long locks into a shoulder length bob and earlier this week the Bad Moms actress debuted the short crop courtesy of celebrity hairstylist Renato Campora. The Internet has since been abuzz with headlines that read “Mila Kunis debuts cool mom Bob and Mila Kunis new mom Bob is very stylish and doable. What exactly is mom bob. Mila Kunis bob haircut However as she ran errands yesterday the mother of two looked completely different leaving her long hair for a short blunt bob. The 2020 - 2021 Billboard Music Awards have had memorable moments with notable celebrities but we won't be focusing on that here. Mila Kunis long hair However it seems the Black Swan actress hasn't gone for the chop yet. Instead she appeared to be rocking Mila's faux bob style with her shoulder length tresses pinned just to create a short look effect. They moved to Los Angeles when she was just seven years old. It was a difficult time for Mila Kunis. Mila Kunis red hair In an interview with Hello magazine she said she cried every day because she couldn't understand a single English word. When asked to describe the experience he said: Imagine being blind and deaf at the age of seven. We're more than ready for our summer beauty style to go into full hibernation mode. Mila Kunis black hair That means Air drying hacks are packed away sun kissed ends are prepared for chops and marked on our seasonal colour swap calendar. While we wouldn't call it a cut maybe more cut we're particularly obsessed with her slightly longer locks styled in these soft waves. Mila Kunis ponytail Take that to your stylist now because we promise it will be the haircut everyone gets this fall. Ghd is the director of National Education for Australia and New Zealand. More what. Thanks to her versatility her middle hair can seamlessly transition from gym to a night out with minimal effort. Preparing for an appearance on. Mila Kunis hair short The Ellen Show Kunis met with celebrity hairstylist Renato Campora who gave her a trim that completely updated her long bob. It can earn you much envy admiration and make you more feminine. The great hairstyle is an ideal option for people with all facial structures and is suitable for all situations. The style is simple but stylish and looks fabulous. The cut looks like a blunt chop that makes a perfect canvas for Kunis's ultrasleek waves. Mila Kunis light hair According to Wood's caption Just in time for CinemaCon's final night in Las Vegas on Thursday night Kunis cut her locks. It can be quite romantic and stylish. The striking shoulder length hairstyle is fairly simple to create and maintain with appropriate tools and products. Comb hair smooth. For people with long curly hair all you have to do is straighten the hair and brush it smooth and smooth. Mila Kunis updo Create some side swept bangs to match the majestic style. Create various layers to add volume to the entire view. Cut the edges to make the hairstyle softer and softer leaving only long layers. To complete the look stylist Rob Zangardi dressed the actress in a black blouse and high waisted skirt covered in black and emerald sequins both by Sally. Mila Kunis grey hair Lapointe while make up artist Tracey Levy gave Kunis a peachy smoky eye with a coordinating Sparrow nude lip. Once in a while though Mila would change her hairdo when asked for the role. In September 2020 Elle reported that Kunis was rocking a dirty yellow hairstyle with teal tips. Read the full article

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Prophecy Girl

Written by: Joss Whedon

Directed by: Joss Whedon

Starring: Sarah Michelle Gellar, Alyson Hannigan, Nicholas Brendon, Anthony Head, David Boreanaz, Charisma Carpenter, Kristine Sutherland, Robia LaMorte, and Mark Metcalf.

Welcome to Prohecy Girl, the season one finale of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The Hellmouth opens, Angel is back, and more importantly there’s a dress. A DRESS.

Outfit 1

It’s her standard slayage attire: pants, boots, long-sleeved shirt. I definitely wore   these pants with a singlet or t-shirt and a button-up shirt over the top. It was usually the only way the shirt would fit.

I’m sorry about this photo. I feel if you meet someone who wears this kind of singlet now it’s a good indicator they were a teenager in the late 90s. Is it orange? Is it brown? Do I care?

Those plastic rings. This may be one of their last appearances in the show. Savour it, Slayerettes.

Meanwhile Willow is engaging in emotional water-boarding with Xander:

And looks so damn cute I hate Xander even more.

Outfit 2

Is this a Monet? An outfit that from far away looks ok but up close is a big old mess? I need to unpack this outfit.

The brown t-shirt seems like a mistake with the skirt. But she is wearing the trusty brown boots and there are some darker colours in the skirt’s pattern. It just doesn’t sit right with me. Like too much cheese these days. The skirt itself is a sort of fake snakeskin that I lived for then. I had blue faux snakeskin strappy shoes and I might still love them to this day. I bet I wore them with bootcut jeans. Probably a lace appliqué singlet. And I’m sure I would have topped the look off with a bolero jacket. I’ll just let you imagine how alluring that ensemble was.

I think the green bag is throwing me off. The sunglasses do help.

Meanwhile Xander looks like a failed jazz musician. Or like he bought the clothes of a failed jazz musician at an estate sale. Which is actually a compliment.

Roughly once a season Xander gets mad at Buffy because she doesn’t do what he wants. This season it’s because she doesn’t like him, romantic stylez. Congratulations, Xander. You’re a ‘nice guy.’

I don’t approve of Willow’s outfit here, but I approve of her calling Xander on his bullshit. He will redeem himself, so I just want to get all of my Xander rage out now.

Outfit 3

Slaying timez. It’s often hard to see how a superhero’s costume would be practical in the real world. This is a good reminder that Buffy’s slaying style is always practical and mostly stylish. Would activewear (pronounced arghtivewear) be more practical? Of course. But who knows if Buffy had Lululemon available to her. And I highly doubt she’s getting into the Bronze in tights and trainers.

I wish this picture was clearer. Because this top almost perfectly sums up late 90s fashion: it’s disco, colour-block and racing stripe all in one.

Buffy reflects on just hearing she’s destined to die at the hands of the Master. I’m reflecting on the fact that it’s not a great outfit in which to deal with this news. But also I’m wondering if this the last time we will see a plastic ring.

THE DRESS

Joyce reveals to Buffy she bought her a pretty dress for the upcoming prom or Spring Fling or whatever the fuck dance it is.

BEHOLD

Yes, this deserves a scroll-down.

The beading actually reminds me of my mum’s debutante ball gown. My mum still had one of her bridesmaid dresses and the abovementioned debutante gown. I still have them at my dad’s house. Mum was very short and very slim so I have absolutely no chance of fitting into either. I can’t wear any of her rings, either. Which is fine. I guess.

I thought this dress was pretty but I wasn’t head over heels in love with it. It’s no season 3 prom dress. What I did love about it is the idea of Buffy kicking some serious ass and looking sick as hell while doing it. It’s probably the idea that, and one I struggle to articulate to this day, women don’t have to compromise: you can be tough and strong and also be masculine, feminine, neither, or both. Fighting crime doesn't have to ruin your steeze is what I’m saying.

Meanwhile Cordelia and Willow both look great.

I had Cordelia’s cardigan. I recently added pink pants to my wish list on Pin Up Girl Clothing. Too bad they’re about to discover some dead classmates and Cordy’s latest bae.

Outfit 4

I definitely don’t love the ponytail.

You know there’s a chunky heel on these babies. My housemate recently revealed she wore shoes like these to her debutante ball. I didn’t have one. Not sure why. Maybe it was a country thing? I kind of wanted to go to one. I wore a similar pair to my Year 10 formal but they were more 40s inspired. And they’d been chewed on by my dog.

Buffy also taught me that leather jackets look fucking cool with fancy dresses.

So as we know the Master kills Buffy. Well, sort of. He bites her then pushes her in a puddle in which she basically drowns. But Xander saves the day. Also being killed loosens her ponytail.

Much better. Perfect for saving the day in. And for coining the term ‘fruit punch mouth.’

We did it! We got through season 1 of Buffy’s fashion, friends. Next up is season 2, in which the series really got cooking. And as I have probably mentioned (I have definitely mentioned), Buffy gets a bangin’ new haircut. It’s gonna be great! Probably.

Thanks for coming along on this ride.

Until next time, Slayerettes.

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