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thearcanecat · 10 months ago

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Cinderella’s Castle one-shot props! I had a lot less time to put this together, but it was based on Snow White so I got an apple, a bodice with lace, and a comb. They also fought a dragon, because dragons are cool. The magic mirror was also there. The maps are based on the layout of the Hurstmonceux Castle.

Players:

Ella: Divine Soul Sorcerer Human

Tadius: Eloquence Bard Human

Lord Hop-A-Lot Oath of Ancients Paladin 4/Battle Master Fighter 12 Custom Lineage

Briar Grizzwald: Glomstalker Ranger Half Wood Elf

Crumb couldn’t make it unfortunately. :(

New rule: Every players has 1 Ragweed Token that can be used to change one dice roll. Players need to tap the wood block to activate it.

Everyone did closet cosplays! Ella had a green skirt and general fantasy look. Briar had a dagger. Hop-A-Lot had a green shirt with a chest plate and cape. Tadius had a black shirt and some red fabric over his arm. I wore part of my Narrator cosplay. It’s not finished yet I’ll post photos when it is.

Ella and Tadius are out ruling the castle. Lord Hop-A-Lot was in the Swamp waiting for his mansion to be built. The bastard brother has heard news of his sisters’ deaths and was traveling to learn more. On his way, he found the apple that the Prince had thrown, which had made it all the way to the Swamp. It was poisoned. At the castle, there was a mysterious reflection in the floor which told them about the Castle That Was which was being attacked by a dragon. Ella had a mirror and used it to speak with the reflection easier. It’s name was Amir the Mirror and it was cursed to rhyme which it really hated. Crumb stayed behind the keep everything in order (and because the dragon terrified him). To get to the Castle, first they needed to cross the Unreachable Peaks, for which they needed the help of the Six Dwarves. (Their father had mysteriously vanished many years ago) Tadius was able to convince the dwarves to help them and get better at communication. The Dwarves helped the party through the mountains and led them to the castle, which was under siege. The castle belonged to the Goblin Queen, who had failed to gather enough forces to help her. The goblins were losing badly. Tadius cast message to speak to the dragon whose name was Ebony Wood. She had been cursed by an old hag by three magic items and was turned into a dragon. Sir Hop-A-Lot was still very bloodthirsty and wanted to kill a dragon. The party tracked the castle searching for the Goblin Queen. There found her bedroom, which had a map of the Lands That Are and a list of the fiercest people in all the realm. Many of these people had been visited by an old hag who cursed them and took their power. The party found the Queen in a room, planning strategies against the dragon. As soon as she was identified, Tadius cast guiding bolt. Sir Hop-A-Lot initially failed to restrain the Queen, but used a Ragweed token to change that and captured here with the Fairy Queen’s arms. With her on the ground, the battle was easy. As they all stomped her to death, it was decided that Ella, who has glass leg prosthetics, no longer had toes. It’s just the glass slippers, nothing else. With the Queen defeated, their attention turned to the dragon. The creature had an object stuck in its throat, a comb stabbed in its head, and rope tied around its chest. Tadius 8th level dispelled magic on the rope, Ella took out the throat with scorching ray, freeing an apple. Tadius used It’s fire breathe did a lot of damage. Sir Hop-A-Lot jumped and then misty stepped to get onto the back of the dragon. Tadius dimensioned doored himself and Ella to the dragon as well. Tadius tried to remove the comb and used a Ragweed token to succeed. With all the items removed, the dragon turned back into Ebony and everyone fell to the ground. After healing everyone up, Ebony introduced herself. She was a Dragonborn with scales as black as ebony wood, eyes as red as blood and teeth as white as snow. She had been adopted by the dwarves when she was young. Without a Queen, the goblins had no where to go. Hop-A-Lot offered them to come and work for the crown. They unionized and taught him what that meant. The party brought Ebony back home, took gold and treasure to the castle, and all the workers learned about unions. Now with confidence, the masons told Sir Hop-A-Lot that building a house in the middle of a swamp does not work. So now he had a goal to create a floating mansion.

Overall I had fun! I had a day and half to write this one shot and then GMes it while jet lagged, so it was a little rough around the edges, but everything went well!

#the arcane cat can talk #cinderella’s castle spoilers #cinderellas castle spoilers #cc spoilers #Starkid spoilers #Cinderella’s castle #Cinderellas castle #the lands that are #ella ashmore #sir hop a lot #sir hops a lot #tadius #dnd 5e #ttrpg stories #ttrpg

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vrankup · 2 years ago

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what is add scheduling? |vrankup|

Yo, folks! it's your best digital marketing agency in dwarka , vrankup. Let's dive into a topic that's all about leveling up your game

Now, imagine this, you're the captain of your own ship, sailing through the stormy sea of life. That ship? It's your schedule, my friend! ADHD scheduling is like charting a course for that ship, helping you steer through the choppy waters of your day with finesse. It's all about figuring out how your unique ADHD brain works and crafting a plan that works with it, not against it.

So, how do we go about this ADHD scheduling business? Well, grab your compass, 'cause we're about to explore the key elements that make this scheduling strategy a game-changer:

The Visual Vibe: Think about it – we ADHD champs are visual creatures. We thrive on colors, patterns, and things that catch our eye. So, start by jazzing up your schedule with some visual flair. Grab those neon sticky notes or fire up that color-coded calendar app. When your schedule looks like a party, you'll be more inclined to join in!

Chunking and Blocking: Imagine you've got a pizza, and you're slicing it into manageable slices. That's what chunking is all about – breaking your day into bite-sized chunks. Then, imagine each chunk is a time block. You set a timer, hustle hard on a task, and then, bam, break time! This method keeps your ADHD brain engaged and ready to conquer the next task like a champ.

Mission Prioritization: Let's face it, not all tasks are created equal. Some are the rockstars of your to-do list, while others are just backup dancers. ADHD scheduling helps you spot those rockstars and give them the spotlight they deserve. You allocate specific time slots for these important tasks, making sure they shine.

Flex It Out: We're not robots, and life loves throwing curveballs. That's why flexibility is your secret weapon. Your ADHD schedule should have a side dish of flexibility, so you're ready to tackle unexpected plot twists without breaking a sweat.

Routine Fuel: Consistency is your best friend. Regularly check in on your schedule, tweak it, and make it work for you. A well-oiled ADHD schedule machine keeps things rolling smoothly, so you're not left juggling tasks like a circus performer.

Passion Power: You know that thing you absolutely love doing? Yeah, I'm talking about your hobbies, interests, and passions. Your ADHD schedule isn't just about work – it's about making time for the stuff that sets your soul on fire. So, go ahead, sprinkle in some passion projects and watch your motivation skyrocket!

Baby Steps to Victory: Big tasks can be like those giant sandwiches you can't fit in your mouth. It's just too much! That's where task breakdown comes in. Slice those mammoth tasks into bite-sized pieces, and suddenly, they're way more manageable. It's like conquering a sandwich one bite at a time.

Now, let's talk about the sweet rewards of mastering ADHD scheduling:

Laser Focus: Say goodbye to distractions! ADHD scheduling is your trusty shield against those sneaky attention-stealers. When you've got a schedule to guide you, staying on track becomes a piece of cake.

Chill Vibes: We've all been there – racing against the clock, heart racing, stress levels through the roof. Well, guess what? ADHD scheduling helps you keep calm and carry on. That sense of order and predictability? It's a stress-busting superhero.

Time Whisperer: Taming the time monster is no easy feat, but with ADHD scheduling, you're the boss. Those time blocks and timers? They're like your magical time-traveling tools, helping you master the art of estimating how long tasks take.

Organization Ninja: Remembering stuff? Staying organized? It's all part of the ADHD scheduling package deal. You'll be acing deadlines, remembering appointments, and keeping track of all the moving parts in your life.

Confidence Boost: Knocking out tasks like a superhero sidekick brings a serious confidence boost. Every checkmark on your schedule is a reminder that you've got this, ADHD and all.

But hey, let's keep it real. ADHD scheduling isn't always a walk in the park. Procrastination might still sneak up on you, routines might sometimes feel like a straightjacket, and you might accidentally overstuff your schedule like a Thanksgiving turkey. But fear not! You've got a toolkit of strategies to tackle these challenges head-on:

Zen Vibes: Take a breather and reflect on how your ADHD schedule is treating you. Regular check-ins help you fine-tune your approach and keep things fresh.

Mindfulness Magic: Ever tried mindfulness and meditation? They're like the Jedi mind tricks of the ADHD world. They can help you rein in impulses, stay present, and ride out the stormy seas of distraction.

Buddy System: Don't be shy to rope in a buddy, a family member, or even an ADHD coach. Having someone in your corner can keep you accountable and cheering you on.

Pro Help: When the going gets tough, don't hesitate to call in the pros. A mental health professional or an ADHD coach can whip up personalized strategies that work like a charm.

So, there you have it – a whirlwind tour of the dazzling world of ADHD scheduling. It's all about embracing your ADHD quirks, crafting a schedule that vibes with your brain, and conquering your days like the superstar you are. Remember, it's not about perfection – it's about progress, one colorful time block at a time. So, gear up, fellow ADHD warriors, and let the scheduling adventure begin!

#dwarka #seo #adwords

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powerpulsemag · 2 months ago

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Power Pulse Magazine: THo Management Spotlight

How THo Is Powering a New Generation of Gamers, Musicians, and Fashion Innovators

A Unified Vision for Diverse Talent

THo Management isn’t just reshaping artist careers—it’s building ecosystems where music producers, esports athletes, DJs, and fashion designers thrive side by side. By leveraging data-driven A&R, bespoke branding strategies, and 360° support services, THo ensures each act—from bedroom beatmakers to runway-ready designers—hits their highest potential. Here’s a closer look at six standout talents under the THo umbrella.

1. The Homeless Ones

Category: Music Producers (Squad Mob Entertainment)

• Who they are: A duo of beat architects blending neo-soul grooves with trap rhythms. Their remixes have racked up millions of streams on SoundCloud and Spotify.

• THo’s Edge: THo implemented geo-analytics to pinpoint emerging markets in Southeast Asia, fueling The Homeless Ones’ first international playlist placements. They also designed a direct-to-fan merch drop—limited-edition cassette tapes—that generated 150% of projected revenue within 48 hours.

• On Their Partnership:

“THo saw potential in our sound before anyone else,” says co-founder Jay “Cassette” Nguyen. “Their data insights turned our side hustle into a global project.”

2. Asiarox

Category: Esports Gamer (Power 102.7 FM)

• Who they are: A top-tier FPS competitor known for lightning-fast reflexes and strategic map control in “Valorant” tournaments. Asiarox streams weekly on Power 102.7’s Twitch channel, averaging 10K live viewers.

• THo’s Edge: Through sponsorship matchmaking and in-stream ad integration, THo secured Asiarox a multi-year contract with a leading gaming headset brand—boosting her annual income by 40%. THo’s community-growth toolkit grew her Discord server from 1K to 25K members in three months.

• On Their Partnership:

“THo treats gaming like any other creative craft,” Asiarox explains. “They help me pivot from player to influencer without losing authenticity.”

3. DJ Xann

Category: Pop Music DJ (Power 102.7 FM)

• Who they are: A high-energy turntablist fusing chart-topping pop hooks with live mashups. Headliner at Power 102.7’s summer block parties.

• THo’s Edge: THo developed a cross-platform release strategy—dropping three singles in rapid succession, each timed with peak listening hours on Z-Rated playlists. Their AI-powered press kits landed coverage in two national pop-culture blogs within a week.

• On Their Partnership:

“I’ve doubled my bookings since THo took over my promotions,” says DJ Xann. “They know exactly when and where to push my sound.”

4. DJ Lantos

Category: Reggaeton Music DJ (Power 102.7 FM)

• Who they are: A rising star in Latin urban beats, mixing Caribbean rhythms with club-ready drops. Resident at Power 102.7’s weekly Reggaeton Nights.

• THo’s Edge: By analyzing Spotify’s “Viral 50” charts in Latin America, THo identified two underexposed cities where DJ Lantos launched pop-up performances—each sold out within hours. THo also negotiated a featured slot on a major Latin-music festival lineup.

• On Their Partnership:

“They don’t just book shows; they create cultural moments,” DJ Lantos notes.

5. Jeana Nelson

Category: Clothing Designer

• Who they are: A streetwear visionary whose gender-fluid collections blend utility with avant-garde silhouettes. Stocked in boutique shops across L.A. and London.

• THo’s Edge: THo orchestrated a capsule collaboration between Jeana and The Homeless Ones—apparel inspired by album art—which sold out its 200-piece run in 72 hours. They also mapped Instagram engagement heatmaps to optimize her next collection’s color palette.

• On Their Partnership:

“THo understands that fashion is performance art,” says Jeana. “They helped translate my runway vision into wearable stories.”

6. Asia Michael

Category: Clothing Designer

• Who they are: A sustainable-fashion pioneer using upcycled textiles and zero-waste patterns. Her eco-chic dresses have appeared in several editorial spreads.

• THo’s Edge: THo secured Asia a speaking slot at a major green-fashion conference and arranged partnerships with eco-retail platforms, boosting her online store’s traffic by 300%. Their PR blueprint positioned her as a thought leader in ethical design.

• On Their Partnership:

“Their network opened doors I didn’t even know existed,” Asia reflects. “Now my brand stands for both style and sustainability.”

Why It Works: THo’s 360° Formula

• Data-Driven Discovery: Algorithms surface hidden fan bases—whether in music, gaming, or fashion.

• Cross-Pollination: Strategic collaborations (e.g., producer-designer capsule lines, gamer-musician live events) amplify reach across audiences.

• Holistic Branding: From merch to media, every touchpoint reinforces each talent’s unique narrative.

• Flexible Revenue Models: Revenue splits, sponsorship deals, and subscription packages are tailored to each talent’s vertical.

Power Pulse Magazine will continue to track these six rising stars—under the guiding hand of THo Management—across their next EP releases, esports victories, runway shows, and beyond. Stay tuned for exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes access, and data-backed insights into their ongoing evolution.

#new clients

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jaycenbradley-world · 2 months ago

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The UFL, Reimagined: How Jaycen “Fuzzy Slippers” Bradley Would Run the League

(And yes, The Rock, RedBird, Fox or ESPN—my line’s open. Let’s make magic.)

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Let’s Be Real

The UFL has potential.

It’s got funding, TV deals, athletes, and a recognizable brand.

But here’s the truth no one wants to say out loud: it’s missing its soul.

Football isn’t just a sport. It’s a culture.

And culture ain’t built in boardrooms—it’s built in parking lots, high school bleachers, barber shops, and churches. It’s built when people feel something again.

So here’s how I’d do it—how I’d run the UFL if I had the wheel.

This isn’t just a rebrand. This is a resurrection.

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1. League Format: Two Conferences, All Business

The UFL should be regional, fast-paced, and full of identity. Here’s the official conference and division breakdown under my direction:

XFL Conference

XFL North

• DC Defenders

• St. Louis Battlehawks

• Louisville Kingsmen (new)

XFL Central

• San Antonio Brahmas

• Omaha Nighthawks (new)

• Sacramento Mountain Lions (legacy return)

USFL Conference

USFL South

• Houston Roughnecks

• Arlington Renegades

• Albuquerque Vortex (new)

USFL Pacific

• Oakland Invaders (legacy return)

• San Diego Sol (new)

• Memphis Showboats

That’s 12 teams. Balanced. Geographically smart. Built for rivalries and energy.

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2. Timeline & Operations: Smart, Seasonal, Strategic

Offseason Calendar (for max fan engagement & NFL visibility):

• November:

• Expansion Draft

• Coaching Staff & Local Culture Teams introduced

• December – Early January:

• Community activations

• Open tryouts

• Merch drops

• Player appearances

• “Meet the Team” tailgate launch events

• Mid-January:

• Training Camp begins

• Joint practices and doc-style content: “The Road to Week One”

• Late Jan / Early Feb:

• Scrimmages / live team intros

• Team captains, jersey reveals, stadium walk-throughs

• Two Weeks Post-Super Bowl:

• UFL Week One Kickoff – nationwide doubleheader with fireworks, bands, and full pageantry

• March Madness Bye Week:

• League-wide rest + content push

• Use it to drop mic’d up segments, behind-the-scenes specials, and fan-voted awards

• Championship Game:

• Held before NFL OTAs, so players can attend tryouts and camps with momentum

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3. Coaching Strategy: Trim the Fat, Build Community

Cut the bloat. No 18-coach staffs. Each team runs lean and sharp:

• QB Coach = Offensive Coordinator

• D-Line Coach = Defensive Coordinator

• DB Coach = Special Teams / Assistant DC

Max: 6–8 coaches per team.

That keeps budgets tight and forces communication. More importantly—it frees up space for local marketing and culture teams:

Each market gets a 3–5 person local unit dedicated to:

• School visits

• Church & civic events

• Fan clubs

• Tailgate organizing

• Merch drops & partnerships

These aren’t interns. These are hype builders and community evangelists.

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4. The Vibe: Big Band Energy, BBQ Smoke, and Fan Ownership

This ain’t the NFL. It shouldn’t look or feel like it. It should feel better.

Tailgate Culture

• Every game is a block party: DJ tents, food trucks, local pitmasters

• “Tailgate Captains” appointed by the fans

• Weekly contests for “Best Setup,” “Best Outfit,” and “Best Side Dish”

Band Integration

• Partner with local HBCUs and college bands

• Halftime becomes a celebration—not a bathroom break

• Battle of the Bands style standoffs between rival squads

• Homecoming vibes every week

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5. The Broadcast: CGI, Storylines, and Real Drama

This is where we go full throttle. The UFL broadcast needs to feel modern, dangerous, and different.

Visual Upgrades

• Refs in red shirts — ditch the stripes

• On-field CGI overlays: sponsor activations, player stats, team logos

• CGI flames, sparks, and smoke when a player scores or enters the X-Zone

The X-Zone

• Our version of the Red Zone—but with style

• Branded music sting + graphic

• Custom camera angles + audio heat

• Sponsored by energy brands or tech partners

• Everything slows down and intensifies here

Broadcast Segments

• U-Factor: Each team’s “it” factor that could decide the game

• Tale of the Tape: Like a UFC promo—physicality, coaching edge, style of play

• Player Introductions: Mic’d up, nicknames, origin stories

• Weekly Doc Shorts: “From the Grind to the Goal Line”—deep dives on player lives

This is ESPN meets Netflix meets Showtime.

And the goal is simple: build player loyalty through story.

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6. Expansion Culture: Local First, Loud Always

When we expand, we go deep:

• Oakland Invaders

• Stadium: Laney College

• Colors: Electric gold & storm black

• Culture: Legacy football, unapologetically Bay Area

• San Diego Sol

• Stadium: Snapdragon

• Colors: Neon coral & aqua

• Culture: Surf meets speed

• Omaha Nighthawks

• Stadium: Werner Park

• Colors: Midnight navy & frost silver

• Culture: Midwest heart, underdog pride

• Sacramento Mountain Lions

• Stadium: Hughes Stadium

• Colors: Forest green & gold

• Culture: Northern grit meets West Coast identity

All launched with community events, band showcases, and local influencers.

The goal: by Week One, these cities feel like they own the team.

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Final Word: Why Me? Why Now?

Look, I don’t have celebrity equity. I don’t have executive padding.

But I’ve got vision, culture chops, and a playbook that speaks the language of real football fans.

The kind of people who show up in the cold. The ones who still talk about Friday nights in high school. The ones who feel left behind by the modern game.

So if you’re trying to run a real league—not just a placeholder between Super Bowls—

then get yourself a culture operator who speaks the truth.

I’m Jaycen “Fuzzy Slippers” Bradley.

I’ve got the vision, the plan, the smoke, and the slippers on.

UFL ownership, RedBird, Fox—holla at me.

Let’s build something that lasts.

#football #ufl football #sports #the rock #espn #fox #abc #fuzzy slippers

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ricardotomasz · 3 months ago

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Such is life! Behold, a new Post published on Greater And Grander about 9 Secrets to Appear Hyper-Competent and Professional Every Time

See into my soul, as a new Post has been published on https://greaterandgrander.com/9-secrets-to-appear-hyper-competent-and-professional-every-time/

9 Secrets to Appear Hyper-Competent and Professional Every Time

In a fast-paced world where attention spans are short and competition is fierce, professionalism and competence are essential. Whether you're creating visual content to market your brand, pitching to clients, or collaborating on a project, small habits can make a massive difference in how others perceive you.

This Thursday, be sure to tune into the Producers Lounge podcast featuring Producer and Entertainment Journalist Grae Drake. In this exciting episode, Grae shares insider tips and success stories from the world of media production that align with these strategies to elevate your professional image. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for this invaluable discussion!

Meanwhile, here are 9 secret ways to ensure you come across as hyper-competent and professional in any setting:

1. Always Spell Check Your Work

Even a single typo can detract from your credibility. Use tools like your built-in spellcheckers to catch errors before hitting send or publishing your work.

2. Do a Once-Over Review

Before submitting a file or document, review it thoroughly to ensure nothing is missing, such as pages or crucial details. This habit demonstrates thoroughness and avoids embarrassing follow-ups.

3. Over-Communicate: Acknowledge Receipt

Whether it’s an email, text, or project update, always reply promptly to confirm you’ve received it. A quick “Got it, thanks!” or even "Thank you, acknowledging receipt" builds trust and keeps the communication loop closed.

4. Over-Communicate: Time-Box Your Activities

Time is valuable—yours and everyone else’s. Estimate how long tasks will take, and if you’re running behind, update the relevant parties immediately. This demonstrates respect and accountability.

5. Over-Communicate: Confirm Meetings

Send a quick message the day before a scheduled meeting to confirm it’s still happening. This eliminates uncertainty and ensures everyone is on the same page.

6. Remove Social Media from Your Phone

Distractions can erode focus and productivity. By removing social media apps from your phone, you can channel your energy into meaningful tasks and present yourself as a focused professional.

7. Convey Trustworthiness

Always keep your word. Your perspective clients care about one thing, and one thing only: Can I trust this person with my project? Whether it’s meeting deadlines, showing up on time, or following through on promises, reliability is one of the most important traits of a hyper-competent professional.

8. Block Time in Your Calendar

Reserve blocks of time for specific activities or projects. This ensures you have the bandwidth to handle them efficiently and signals to others that you’re organized and in control of your schedule.

9. Schedule Emails

Craft emails when convenient, but use scheduling tools to send them at optimal times—whether it’s during working hours or in alignment with the recipient’s time zone. This approach maximizes the likelihood of your message being seen and acted upon.

Conclusion: Why Greater & Grander Media Services Is Your Best Option

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worldsneverfilled · 10 months ago

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Janon the Walker

Type: NPC

Aliases: Jay

Pronouns: She/They

Race: Orc

Home: Demsin, Luhren

Age: 35

Class: Oath of the Watchers Paladin

Spell of Choice: Aura of Purity

Weapon of Choice: Nine Lives Stealer Shortsword

Job: Priest of Leta

Loyalty: Leta, the party, their partner Dee

Alignment: NG

Height: 6'3

Personality: Gentle, peaceful and calm, level-headed, empathetic, kind, goal-oriented

Goals: Protect the party as best she can while also carrying out Leta's commands.

Strategy: Block, stab

Tidbits:

Is the mortal avatar for Leta/hears the goddess's voice in her mind.

Their mortal form will die like everyone else, and she will go to Leta's side in the afterlife to aid her in collecting the souls of the dead.

Has the missionary background but doesn't really proselytize to people; they just help where they can and frequently attend funerals to comfort the families or provide last rites.

Born and raised in Demsin.

While she lives in a town that mostly worships Fereken, she still favors Leta. She's actually fairly disgusted by the worship practice in this town since it's mostly done out of fear and necessity rather than the genuine desire to help. She has full respect for Fereken, however, and pays them their dues whenever they pass the temple.

Travels Luhren and Garthspire to tend to her duties as a priest of Leta, but they always return home in the end. She plans to branch out into Noctre soon.

#dnd #oc #npc #dnd npc #legend of lan verse #characters #campaign: characters

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membermentmania · 11 months ago

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August 3rd, 1:14-2:23am

This time when they walked up to the abandoned red house on the end of the block, no one even batted an eye. Wendy took the lead and walked inside. The chatter in the basement ceased completely as they stepped inside. “Our phones are off,” she said immediately rather than a proper greeting.

“Straight to business, huh?” Kenny teased.

“What do you know about our contract lengths?”

Tweek’s nose twitched. They made direct eye contact and he nodded towards the table. The girls filed in and sat down. “So our contracts our dependent on a lot of things,” he explained, seemingly not sure of how to word it. He folded his hands together, looking at Wendy specifically. “As you guys know, everything in regards to our contracts are based on our souls. So like, everything that is us. Right?” Wendy nodded. He gave her a small nod in response before continuing. “Um, every time I checked mine, nothing ever added up, so I stopped looking. Honestly, I don’t even know where it’s at right now,” he said sheepishly. “But, like, if there is a really important time or amount of time to you, that seems to affect it.”

“How do you know that?”

“My mod.”

Wendy tilted her head. “But She can’t be trusted, no?”

“For most things, no. I’m just giving you the information I have.”

“I don’t know how I feel about-”

“Holy shit,” Marj breathed out. Everyone looked at her. It was written all over her face that she had just pieced something together in her mind. “Bebe and I’s contract was four years. We were together almost four years around when we got it.”

“Wait, seriously?” Stan responded.

“How long are your contracts?” Tammy interjected. There was silence among the boys. Tammy narrowed her eyes on them. “Is this, like, some super secret we’re not allowed to know?”

“We never looked,” Kyle said hesitantly.

“WHY?!” A laugh bubbled out of Tweek at her outburst.

“When we first joined, our contract length just said ‘varied.’ And we never thought to look at our terms of service. We all read it together. Then we met Tweek and pulled the plug completely. None of us have touched Trinitarianism since,” Kenny explained.

“Oh my fucking god,” Tammy muttered. She looked at Tweek. “You didn’t make them look before they decided to do this?!”

He frowned. “I honestly didn’t think to. I’m sorry.”

Her face softened. “Okay wait, no. Don’t do that.”

“We all made a choice. It’s not his fault,” Clyde interjected.

“You guys should look,” Heidi said simply. A wave of uneasiness visibly passed through the boys. “Our contracts literally range from seven months to seven years left. You really should check. Then you can just go dark again.”

“I’ll do it if you do it,” Clyde muttered to Kenny. Kenny just nodded before looking at the other boys.

“Okay. Before we turn on our phones, I’m just gonna say it. Obviously, things are a lot darker than we thought they were. I propose we team up. Or at least, y’know. Ally with each other. I don’t wanna see anything happen to anyone here,” Tammy said, practically commanding attention to herself.

“I can agree with that,” Kyle chimed in. There was a small round of agreement from both parties. Wendy felt a lot less closed off to this than she originally had. So she was fine agreeing with this, despite not knowing exactly what it entailed.

“Alrighy then. Phones on. Pull your contracts up. Phones go on the table. I want transparency here.”

Kenny sputtered a laugh. “I didn’t take you to be the leader. Are you serious?”

“Oh fuck no. I’m not the leader, I just can be smart sometimes.”

“Wait… So then who is your leader?”

A laugh bubbled out of Wendy as she looked at her friends. “Um…” Marjorine said awkwardly. “We don’t really have a leader? I’m kinda, like, the recruiter, Wendy’s the strategy guy, and Bebe’s like… I mean, I guess Bebe’s our leader.”

“Don’t you dare try to pin that on me!” she responded with a laugh. “We all have our roles that we fill. Everyone has their own thing. We function as a unit.”

“God, I love how girls work,” Clyde muttered. Wendy shot him a warning glare and he immediately raised his hands up in surrender. “No! No! Not like that! Your heads are just so cool, I mean! Like, it took us weeks to get some semblance of order!”

“So what I’m hearing is, you guys suck?” Tammy teased.

“Oh my god, Tam. Fuck off,” he responded.

The two started laughing at each other for a moment before Tammy remembered what she was trying to make happen. “Wait. Fuck you, stop distracting me. Phones. Table. Now.”

“Yes, mom,” Craig drawled with an eyeroll.

Wendy pulled up her own terms of service before setting her phone on the table. “Tammy,” Heidi said evenly.

“Yes?”

“Is that not your birthday?” Wendy whipped her head towards the two at the end of the table.

“Wait.” Tammy looked at her phone. “ “Holy shit,” she muttered.

“You really didn’t put that together?”

“No! When I first got my contract it was, like, one year, two months, and three days or whatever. I didn’t think about it. And the only other time I checked it was recently!”

Phones started to clatter around the table. “I’m seven years out,” Kenny noted. “No, this doesn’t have any significance to me.”

“I’m just under six,” Clyde responded. He frowned. “My mom’s death was around the six year mark when we made our contacts.”

“Holy shit, I’m so sorry,” Marj immediately responded.

He waved a hand. “I’m at seven months and fifteen days plus a few hours.” He made a face. “Yup, that’s my birthday. Eighteen.” Wendy noticed Kyle lean into him slightly and her heart panged. She knew exactly why that was significant to him. He didn’t think he would make it that long.

A quiet laugh bubbled out of Kyle, distracting the group. “Four months and change.”

“Don’t tell me,” Kenny said with exasperation.

“Our graduation date.”

“Mine doesn’t make any sense,” Craig interjected.

Tweek leaned over with a furrowed brow. The room paused completely when his phone clattered against the table and his eyes went wide. Wendy caught a glimpse of what was sitting across his screen.

Contract Length: 71 DAYS, 14 HOURS, 32 MINUTES.

Everyone looked back and forth between the two, but Craig seemed to stop fully, eyes glued to Tweek’s phone. “Can one of you explain what you’re freaking out about?” Tammy asked nervously.

Craig turned his phone around.

Contract Length: 71 DAYS, 14 HOURS, 31 MINUTES.

Wendy’s eyes shot back towards Tweek’s phone. The number had changed since she first looked at it. They were the same down to the minute. “Guys, that’s like really fucking creepy,” Clyde breathed out.

“Um,” Tweek finally said. “Do you know what that’s about?” Craig made a face and shook his head. Tweek took a deep breath. “Okay. Doesn’t change anything. It’s fine.”

“But what if that means something?” Heidi cut in.

“Like what?”

“I don’t know! That’s just really weird.”

“Marj and I’s are the same,” Bebe chimed in.

“Yeah, but you made your contracts together. They didn’t even know each other.”

Kyle made a face. “Coincidences do exist.”

Wendy would love to sit there and debate that argument with Kyle. He was fun to debate with. But for her own peace of mind, she was willing to let that be the answer.

Craig and Tweek exchanged a look. “Turn your phones off,” Tweek said, face devoid of all emotion. Everyone exchanged a small nod and turned their phones back off. “Speculating isn’t gonna get us anywhere,” he muttered. He looked at the girls and offered an uneasy smile. “You guys should keep your mic and camera access off. Even if you’re not cutting contact.”

“Yeah,” Heidi breathed out.

“Okay. Do you guys have any questions for me specifically?”

Wendy could practically feel the tension radiating off of him. It almost felt like she was looking at an angel. She shook her head at the ridiculousness of the thought. She was over-exhausted and overwhelmed. “No, Tweek. You’re fine.”

He smiled softly and Wendy felt the genuine urge to reach out when she saw how much pain was in his eyes. He looked like he was a second away from losing it. Gentle sage that gleamed when she first met him looked cloudy and almost dead. “Alright. I’m gonna head out. It was nice seeing you guys. Get my number from one of them, okay? Feel free to get in touch if you need anything.” He stood up and Craig stood up with him. “You don’t have to come with,” he muttered.

Craig shook his head. “Alright. Nice chat guys, I’m out too.”

Silence settled upon the group for another minute after they’d heard the two leave. “I really am not trying to be a dick here. Are they like?” Tammy waggled her brows, looking at Kenny and Clyde.

“Oh my god we literally had this conversation earlier yesterday,” Clyde breathed out.

A laugh bubbled out of Marjorine. “Craig’s awfully cute with him.”

“RIGHT?!” Clyde responded.

“Wait, they’re a thing?” Stan asked with bewilderment.

“SPECULATING!” Kenny interjected. “And no one’s allowed to say anything to either of them about it.” Tammy and Kenny exchanged a look. “I’m serious, Tam. Not a word unless one of them brings it up.”

Tammy raised her hands in mock surrender. “I’m not gonna do anything!”

“Okay, circling back,” Bebe interjected. She looked at her team. “I don’t know if I want to cut contact with Dovakien. Not until we have more information about him specifically.”

“You really are attached to him,” Kyle noted. There was no rudeness or passive-aggressiveness in it. It was just a curious observation.

“He helps us. He tells us where angels are. And he’s always been helpful to us.”

“Shit, seriously?” Stan responded.

“Yes.

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AUGUST 2024

THE RIB PAGE

YEAR OF THE WOMAN

Cole Escola is killing it in Oh Mary! on Broadway!!

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Keir Starmer is UK’s new Prime Minister! ** The left took France!! America ..... Don’t let us down!!

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Is the Government of the U.S. going to run in the interest of the people as a whole, or in the interest of a small group of privileged, big businessmen? - Harry S. Truman

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I like being woke. It’s much nicer than being an ignorant fucking twat. - Kathy Burke

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N/A, a play about Pelosi and AOC stars Holland Taylor and Ana Villafane. Yes!

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Days alert: Oh Nicole, you will be missed! But a great way to send she and Eric away!! ** I love Abe and Kate working together and I hope they do Body and Soul justice. Haddie Adams is the perfect choice to bring back!!!!

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People are dying in the heat for religious destinations, dozens are killed in a stampede at a religious event in India. Is it time to ban religion? What conflicts could be eliminated with that ban?

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After my Netflix special, I’m done. - Ellen DeGeneres

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We are officially in the era of the American King/ Queen. ** Get ready for every shady character trying to be President so he can make up the rules for his own game. The Supreme Court has made a mess about Presidential power. Every lower judge will interpret official powers. ** The courts of the U.S. are supposed to rule on punishment of people who broke the laws of our country, regardless of color, gender, wealth, political position, fame and any other differences we have as individuals. It is possible the damage that has been done to our nation by Trump may heal and we might move forward towards a better stronger nation, but it is also very possible that this decision has doomed ‘the great experiment’ that was the U.S. of A. - Craig Sicknick ** The Supreme Court has effectively given MAGA extremists their seal of approval. - Aquilino Gonell ** We can’t count on the Supreme Court or any institution to hold him responsible. - Harry Dunn ** Should Biden use this to ban convicted felons from running? ** Biden dropped out of the Presidential race and endorsed Kamala Harris. What a selfless act and what can he now accomplish with no reelection to worry about and the Supreme Court giving him Carte Blanche?? I felt things turn when the phrase, “big boy press conference” was bandied around. That, to me, marked the end. The scuttlebut since has mentioned that Jeff Katzenberg was misleading the Hollywood supporters by not mentioning how age has creeped up on Biden. Like other times in history, we have a little too much old guard in charge. Generations are being blocked by the aged at the top. Many say that they don’t want to leave with Trump still in the mix. They feel like they would be leaving when their party needs them the most. The world moves fast and a little new blood sill do us a world of good. Harris made a hundred phone calls that first day. ** Dick Durbin announced the judiciary committee will hold hearings on the Supreme Court immunity ruling in September.

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But let’s remember what Biden has already done for this country. I don’t agree with his Israeli stance and a few other things but he has accomplished so much! His NATO press conference was awesome. It is time for Harris!! This campaign comes down to a prosecutor V a felon. Aaron Sorkin thought we should have Mitt Romney. WTF?? Get out of here with that strategy. Trump loses to lawyers, she is perfect! The right is already spewing nonsense about her. They think she will take their straws and cows. I expect more racist and misogynistic remarks. The right does not even seem to know how to try to be politically correct. It will be sad and infuriating and scary and hilarious to watch them try. The people who idolize the serial cheater have already thrown out the theory that she slept her way to the top. Ugh!! But the facts look good for the Dems right now. Crime is down, economy is good and border crossings are down. James Carville thinks she should concentrate on corporations and price fixing.

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What? Fox news thinks voting for a woman is like transitioning? Is that true?

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One of the best interviews ever with Trump at the National Association of Black Journalists. Harris happened to turn black. - Trump

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Pete Davidson has checked into a wellness facility.

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I have to laugh when the uninformed say Harris is ignorant and has never done anything. Those being interviewed don’t seem like they themselves have been Senators, AG’s, prosecutors or Vice Presidents but perhaps they have. In a world where a woman usually works twice as hard to rise up the ladder, she is more than qualified. Serious, compassionate, fun, smart check ,check, check, check. Go girl power!! The same uninformed wonder why we can jump on her bandwagon so quickly. That is indeed the difference in being informed or not. We know her already; we pay attention. Her team is in place with a few adjustments and we have been waiting for this. She seems tailor made for this moment. The right place and the right time and history can just make these things happen. It takes a leap of faith to get where we want to be and this is it. Many great moments have come from the right person just jumping in where and when they are needed. When we see a moment, we must take it!! And, it may seem superficial but she has a wonderful smile, a great laugh and America needs a warm hug right now. I mean, Trump never smiles or laughs.

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WE ARE NOT GOING BACK!!!- Kamala Harris ** We want to ban assault weapons. They want to ban books. -Harris ** Steph Curry endorsed Harris at the Olympics. ** Kamala Harris was a hit at Comic Con after an old clip of her reading a Simpson’s quote was played. Apparently, a few years ago, Groenig and co. were looking for a politician to play along and read the quote and she was glad to do it. ** And Maya Rudolph has agreed to come back this fall on SNL which premieres Sept. 28.

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Everybody used to say, “If you only knew the Hillary that I knew.” and now they are saying the same about Kamala. Ok, let’s get to know her, give her a chance. This is an opportunity we can’t pass up.

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Trump was almost killed in an assassination attempt in Butler, Pa. The venom still spews as some wonder if this was planned by his team. We must all condemn the violence, whether it be Paul Pelosi, Gretchen Whitmer or Trump. The shooter, Thomas Crooks was killed but he murdered a rally goer. Why is it usually young, white men who turn out to be the shooter? The people who seem to have life the easiest in this country are the most disgruntled. It was a strange scene after as the Trumpers looked so sad in all their shiny regalia. It seems the loose gun laws make the Policeman’s job even harder. Russia blamed Biden’s rhetoric for the disaster, of course. Biden called Trump right away to send well wishes and told us “This is not America.” I am afraid that it is kind of us now. The Daily Show cancelled the coverage they were going to have at the RNC. The RNC came and went with fans like Kid Rock, Amber Rose and Hulk Hogan. Nikki Haley and Ron Desantis kissed some ass. Matt Gaetz and Kevin McCarthy got into it on the RNC floor. The new VP pick, JD Vance wrote Hillbilly Elegy and is a bit too Martin Sheen in Dead Zone. He makes no bones about his love of Russia. He has openly said he does not care about Ukraine. Vance’s wife, Usha was a law clerk for Chief Justice Roberts and Brett Kavanaugh. She now works for the law firm, Munger, Tolles and Olson. Some Republicans are openly unhappy about his wife being the daughter if Indian immigrants. Some seem to disagree with the Vance pic altogether. Word is that Trump is a bit troubled at the way we are mocking his VP choice. Is he the only one who can really get away with politically incorrect? Does he not see that we mock him all the time? Is this Palin all over again? In the end, this just gives Trump someone else to blame. A VP pick for his team must know they are replaceable. ** Trump gave the longest acceptance speech ever at 90 minutes. For the first time, a teamster addressed the republican convention. There were no former Presidents or vice Presidents there. They mostly claimed they were not interested at all. That tells you everything you need to know. Why do they love a cover up so much? Don’t they have better things to do than make shit up? * *Kim Cheatle, boss in the Secret Service, has resigned.

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The Secret Service was grilled by senators. The acting director is Ronald Rowe. Josh Hawley is such an arrogant prick Do these people think if they ask the same question a thousand times, the answer will change? All agreed it has been 17 days since the incident but some think all the answers should be ready. Secret Service believe they need time to investigate so they can reach a proper conclusion. There is a process! I’m not even sure why they are being questioned before this was completed. It is sort of a waste of time. I do wonder why the site was even approved. As much as the Republicans love this ‘fired’ thing, we can’t go willy nilly into firing everyone until we know exactly what happened. I suppose a lot of future assassins are learning a lot from these hearings. ** Somebody’s got to be fired. - L. Graham ** Graham seemed to court the conspiratorial side of the story. ** On the other end, it seems we usually hear so much about the shooter and their family but that has been sort of quiet. It was alarming to hear local officials thought the shooter seemed suspicious for 90 minutes or so. Secret Service was told about him 30 minutes or so before he was killed. There are probably lots of suspicious characters at these events so it has to be a tough job. And I was with this Rowe person all the way until he said, this was a “failure of imagination”. He couldn’t imagine someone really doing this. What? Isn’t that your job??

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The Republican party has nominated The Angry Ticket. Trump/ Vance sounds like a new sitcom, America’s Hitler and the hillbilly. ** Starbucks is providing coffee for both conventions’ first responders. They have made no donations to the RNC. ** Trump is running for his freedom and money. - Al Sharpton ** He’s fighting for his freedom. She is fighting for ours. - Nicole Wallace ** To see Stephen Miller and the rest having meltdowns over Harris is beautiful. They do not seem to know how the system works. Shit happens and this was not a big plan. If it were? Hooray for the strategy and forward thinking on stepping aside and putting a black woman in the top spot.

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The press reported that Elon Musk donated $180 mil to the Trump campaign. Musk claims the donation was much lower. Who fucking knows. ** Trump claims that he will take care of this pesky voting thing in 4 years. “It’ll be fixed, it’ll be fine. You won’t have to vote anymore, my beautiful Christians.” -Trump

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Re: JD Vance... I’ve never seen someone with more couch fucker energy. - John Oliver

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Saboteurs struck rail lines outside Paris before the start of the Olympics.

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Boeing is looking deeper into their forgery’s investigation.

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Jon Stewart claims that CNN and NBC won’t allow their reporters to come on his podcast, Weekly Show. Stewart says that the reporters want to come on but have to have, ‘network approval’.

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Senators Sheldon and Murkowski are bringing us the Octopus act to prevent U.S. companies from Octopus farming.

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Video game performers went on strike.

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Fred Trump III has a book out, All in the Family: The Trump’s how we got this way. He claims his Uncle Donald seems to hold the belief that handicapped people have too many problems. “Those people, the shape they’re in, all the expenses, maybe those kinds of people should just die.” - Donald Trump at a WH meeting with his nephew, Doctors and handicap advocates.* * Scary Clown 45 told Netanyahu that if he loses, there will be a third world war.

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The U.S. arrested El Mayo AKA Ismael Zambada and El Chapo’s son, Joaquin Guzman.

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Babies are good because we’re not sociopaths. - JD Vance

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Paul Dans, director of Project 2025 has stepped down. Trump still claims he knows nothing about the ‘project’. About 140 former members of the Trump administration are a part of Project 2025.

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Tim Burchett should resign.

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Delta seems to have run out of pilots.

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The Weinermobile crashed near Chicago.

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Project 2025 is a lot easier to understand in the original German. - Left action

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Sotheby’s sold a stegosaurus from Colorado for 44.6 mil.

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Hey Colbert: Enough with Meanwhile, More Skuyler Chole facts!!

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The newest Kennedy Center Honors are Francis Ford Coppola, The Grateful Dead, Arturo Sandoval, Bonnie Raitt and The Apollo. The honors will be held on Dec. 8 and broadcast on Dec. 23.

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Michael Cera just finished the new Wes Anderson film.

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A U.S. appeals court has blocked the SAVE student debt relief plan.

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Crowdstrike caused all kind of big tech problems with places like airports, UPS, Fedex and even McDonald’s.

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Riki Lindhome and Fred Armisen have been married since June 2022 but he public seems to just be finding out. She has a new musical, Dead Inside.

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Bob Menendez was found guilty on all charges.

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Richard Montanez has sued Frito Lay for denying him his share in discovering flaming hot Cheetos.

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Longlegs brought in 22.6 mil in its debut!!

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There are still people without power in Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott said he would send a letter to the public utility commission. What?

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Gnatalie, a long neck, long tail herbivorous dinosaur are the only bones found that are green due to the mineral, celadonite. The Jurassic dino is on display in LA.

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Seth Meyers has an hour on HBO coming this fall.

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Wiz Khalifa was arrested in Romania for smoking weed on stage. ** Viking Jordan Addison arrested on a DUI charge.

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All we need to prove what idiots are in the world is the reaction to the not the Last Supper display in the Olympics opening ceremony. Some got their panties in a bunch and it turns out they did not know what they were talking about. Da Vinci would have loved it! ** Flavor Flav has been financing the U.S. Women’s water polo team.

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Why do films make serial killers look slicker and better looking as time goes on? The first movie is usually heavy on their grossness but by the 3rd or so in a famous case, the maniac is kind of cute.

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CBS is bringing Matlock to a new generation. The name and the profession is the only link to its past. Kathy Bates will play Madeline Matlock when the show premieres on Sept. 22. The show also stars Jason Ritter and Skye P. Marchall.

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When 6 men out of a thousand crack the whip over their fellows backs, then what the other 994 dupes need is a new deal. - Mark Twain

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Horizon: Chapter 2 won’t be out on Aug. 16 anymore. Territory Pictures and New Line Cinema say they want the audience to have more time to discover the first one. Others have said that it simply bombed. What will happen next with the other chapters? Older viewers are holding steady.

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A big team is headed to Titanic to use state of the art tech to scan ALL of the wreck. If weather permits the team will explore for 20 days. Paul- Henri Nargeolet who died in the Oceangate sub was supposed to lead this expedition. This is RMS Titanic’s ninth visit to the site.

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Rudy Giuliani’s bankruptcy case was dismissed. Line up for your money people!!

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Eddie Murphy wed Paige Butcher.

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Kevin Roberts wants a revolution.

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Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ case was dismissed.

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Daniel Burda was sentenced to 4 years in prison after pleading guilty to criminally negligent homicide and abuse of a corpse. Burda killed former Mickey Mouse club member, Dennis Day in 2018 and the body (in Day’s home), was not found by Phoenix, Oregon police until 2019.

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Weston Coppola Cage was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and released on $150,000 bond.

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I’m not the conspiracy kind but did Trump pay Biden off to give that debate performance? When the ABC interview showed us the same and then Clooney writes a letter of concern and states that Biden was showing his age at the fundraiser he attended, it starts to add up. ** It seems we owed Biden a bit of latitude after the ridiculous nonsense that Trump spouts but the Dems do not blindly think with cult mentality the way the right seems to do. Trump is great at saving his own ass too. Just think what he could achieve if he gave a damn about anything the way he does about himself. ** Why do so many fight progress every step of the way? The constant egotistical, big $ racism should be well over by now. Slavery- reconstruction- voting rights- the Klan- civil rights- MAGA nation is all just Generational hate.

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The National Rally in France is being investigated for embezzlement, forgery and fraud. The charges stem from the 2022 Presidential election. In the recent European Parliament elections, Ms. LePen’s far right party came in third.

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Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to a joint session of congress. After months of trying to find a way to end the war in Gaza, VP Harris skipped the speech. Israel was carrying out raids in Gaza as he visited. Darin LaHood was bad mouthing Harris for not being there. Dick Durbin also did not attend. ** At his oval office visit, Biden invited families of the hostages since Netanyahu would not meet with them privately.

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Salt Lake City has gotten the Winter Olympics.

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We have to keep an eye on Hong Kong. It is practically a police state after China put in place the National Security Law.

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Saoirse Ronan wed Jack Lowden.

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I can’t believe I am saying this but the trailer for Harold and the Purple Crayon looks pretty good. I could do without Journey. I know people are inspired by ‘Don’t stop believin’ but I am ready for this song to be done.

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Lady Gaga is engaged to Michael Polansky.

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Emma Samms, Jonathon Jackson and Rick Hearst are all headed back to General Hospital.

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Tim Allen and Kat Dennings will star in ABC’s Shifting Gears. Look out Kat!

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His Three Daughters is a new film with Natasha Lyonne, Carrie Coon and Elizabeth Olsen.

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Harland Williams will do some voice work in Isla Monstro, an animated sci- fi film.

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Sesame Street is biased to the left, according to Project 2025. I assume because it has black and brown and gay characters, but maybe also because it teaches basic reading skills? And compassion? - Carrie Coon

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Syphilis and covid are soaring. ** Polio is spreading thru Gaza.

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Sexual assault news: Animator Kyle Carrozza of Cartoon Network, Disney, PBS kids and Nickelodeon was arrested on child porn charges.

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They (mask bans) make vulnerable members of our county less safe and make everyone less able to participate in L.A. together. - Violet Affleck ** I know people who still have to wear masks because of their fragile health and they feel a bit ostracized because of it. Bans? WTF?

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I still miss that Martin/ Maya variety show. Who killed that show?

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It’s a bit late but check out 2020’s The Tree Man.

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Faith is not wanting to know the truth. - Anonymous

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There are 3 things I won’t eat, a human, a monkey and a dog. - RFK Jr.

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Ivanka and Jared are building a resort in Russia. ** Russia is determined to forever punish Navalny. The arrest of his wife, Yulia Navalnaya has been ordered.

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Mike Bloomberg donated $1 bil to Johns Hopkins.

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A Federal Judge dismissed the Trump documents case.

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Taraji P. Hensen hosted the BET awards. Usher won the lifetime achievement award. Best international act and best new artist went to Tyla. Album of the, Michael went to Killer Mike. Regina King was best actress and best actor was Denzel Washington. Video of the year and HER award went to Victoria Monet. Viewer’s choice was Beyonce. Best movie was Bob Marley. Lauryn Hill, YG Marley and Wyclef Jean closed the show. My best dressed were Halle Bailey, Killer Mike, Gunna, Chloe, Keke Palmer and DC Young Fly.

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Donald Glover has released his final Childish Gambino: Bando Stone and the new world.

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Enough with the big, bold glasses.

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The Emmy noms came out. There weren’t a lot of surprises. Good luck to all. Iam so glad to see the Daily Show, Seth Meyers, Jodie Foster, Feud: Capote vs. The Swans, Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig, Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Christopher Lloyd, Bob Odenkirk, Maya Rudolph, Mr. Monk’s last case, SNL, Steve! (Martin), Dick Van Dyke 98 years of magic and Conan O’Brien Must Go. Baby Reindeer, Shogun and the Bear got lots of love.

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Victims of the Jan. 6 mob are not happy with the Supreme Court. They feel re-traumatized. Why so much deference for the criminals? I suppose most of the Supreme Court don’t remember they are supposed to do the right thing. So many of them appear to be corrupt and birds of a feather... well, you know. ** Jay Johnson pled guilty to participating in the riot.

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The Biden age thing was a big fat mess. In some polls, Kamala Harris and Hillary Clinton were both polling better than Trump. In some polls Trump and Biden are neck and neck and in some, Trump was winning. The polls told us nothing in 2016 so I don’t really trust them but it did give one pause. The talkers are putting up candidates. Bill Maher always seems to have a hard on for Gavin Newsom. I don’t really think the rest of America would like him much. Harirs/ Buttigieg sounds good or Harris/ Pritzker. I could live with those.

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Norah O’Donnell is leaving the anchor chair at CBS. Oh no.

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Watch out for exploding cans in this heat!!

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The new doc, Piece by piece about Pharell Williams sounds amazing.

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OK.. Good news Jack Schlossberg is now Vogue’s political correspondent!!!!! Finally, the Kennedy I have been waiting for to step forward.

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Carla Bruni- Sarkozy was charged with witness tampering regarding the 2007 election funding scandal.

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Oh Shelley Duvall.. Thank you for one of my favorite things ever- Faerie Tale Theatre!! Peace to you sweet lady!! ** Bob Newhart has always been one of my comedy heroes. I will listen to and watch him for the rest of my life. Thank you, Bob for your genius!! And BTW if ya get a chance to go back and watch Celebrity bowling for the 70’s, do it. Bob Newhart was an excellent bowler and his bottom looked fine in those plaid pants!!** John Mayall will be greatly missed but who knew he used to own one of the largest vintage porn collections in the world?

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R.I.P. Renauld White, Robert Towne, Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark, Amber Nelon Kistler, Martin Indyk, Tony Knight, Judy Belushi-Pisano, Jon Landau, June Leaf, Audrey Flack, Claudia Franc-Williams, Benji Gregory, Alabama shooting victims, Corey Comperatore, Pat Colbert, Cheng Peipei, Abdul ‘Duke’ Fakir, war victims, Jimmy Lai, Spencer Milligan, Gail Lumet Buckley, Tom Fenton, Lewis Lapham, Bobby Banas, Francine Pascal, Kathy Willens, Erica Ash, UK stabbing victims, James B. Sikking, Joan Benedict, Soma Golde Behr, Shelley Duvall, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Richard Simmons, Shannon Doherty, Whitney Rydbeck, Lucy-Bleu Knight, Nguyen Phu, Christina Sandera, Carla Balenda, Sonya Massey, John Mayall and Bob Newhart.

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Temescal Brewing: Craft Beer and Community Spirit in Temescal, Oakland CA

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Stellar Blade: Unpredictable Odyssey

Stellar Blade is finally here, and if you thought the demo was fire, wait until you grab the full game from Shift Up. They're swinging for the fences like Babe Ruth with this one, calling their shot for Game of the Year! Oh, and don't forget to cop some Xbox games to keep the gaming party going strong. And yeah, you heard me right—Stellar Blade is lit on the PlayStation 5, with gameplay that hooks you and a story that hits you in the feels. Even with some old-school vibes, it's still next-gen goodness that had me hooked from the jump. If you haven’t checked out the demo, you're missing out. It's just a taste of what's to come in the full game. Picture this: humanity gets wrecked by the Naytiba and we bounce to space for safety. But now, we're back for revenge, led by Eve and her crew. Things go sideways real quick, leaving Eve to clean up the mess on the post-war streets of Eidos-7, infested by those nasty creatures. So where's humanity been hiding? We got whooped on Earth, so we jetted to space to start over. But now it's payback time! There are still some humans left on Earth, who need our help. Allies like Adam and his trusty drone point us in the right direction, but in this messed-up world, trust no one and expect surprises as the story unfolds. The game doesn’t waste time with intros—it throws you straight into the action. Stellar Blade is a third-person action-adventure where you level up Eve's skills as you go, from fighting to survival and beyond. It's like a Grade-B Blockbuster but in the best way possible. And Eve? She's just too cool for words.

Stellar Blade: Grounded Fury

When you look at Stellar Blade compared to other games, it’s like Bayonetta meets NieR: Automata, especially with both heroines rocking those body suits to the max. And hey, while you're at it, why not score some PS5 games to keep the gaming vibes lit? Plus, you’ve got the character designs from the legendary Korean artist Kim Hyung Tae (you know, from Blade & Soul), who nails that badass vibe perfectly. And Eve? She’s a sight to behold, rocking different nano suits that showcase her femininity as she kicks butt and takes names in her quest to reclaim the world. But don’t go thinking Stellar Blade is just a mindless button masher. Nah, there’s some serious strategy involved, and not just with the big boss battles. Like they say, the best defense is a good offense, and that rings true here. You gotta block, parry, and dodge like a pro, and as Eve levels up, she gets access to more weapons and moves to keep things interesting. Combat in Stellar Blade is diverse, with Eve pulling off acrobatic moves and slicing through enemies like a boss. Each enemy has its own strengths and weaknesses, and you gotta exploit those weaknesses to win. It’s serious business, way more grounded than Bayonetta, and it definitely gives off some Devil May Cry vibes. But make no mistake, Stellar Blade stands on its own with its flawless combat system.

Stellar Blade: Immersive Mastery

Visually, Stellar Blade is straight-up next-gen, with its massive open worlds and realistic post-apocalyptic vibe from the alien invasion. The level design is spot-on, sucking you into this intense and sometimes downright scary atmosphere. Characters like Eve and her crew look dope, and even the thousands of enemies you face are well-crafted as you hack and slash your way through. You can even tweak the graphics for more detail or smoother gameplay, depending on your vibe. And yeah, the game supports haptic feedback, and it runs like a dream on the PlayStation Portal.

Stellar Blade: Demo Dive

The audio is just as impressive. You can take things up a notch with Tempest 3D, immersing yourself even more in the universe with surround sound. The voice acting might be a bit cheesy at times, but it fits the characters and the world perfectly. And the sounds of this messed-up planet, from the background noises to the terrifying roars of the creatures you face, add to the whole experience. And don’t even get me started on the soundtrack—it pumps up the action and hits you right in the feels. Seriously, grab some headphones or earbuds for the full effect. If you’re on the fence, check out the demo for Stellar Blade. But if you’re after a challenging yet rewarding third-person action game, this one hits the spot. It’s probably gonna be Game of the Year, no doubt about it!

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nikkisticki · 2 years ago

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You think there’s an American coup shortly on the way????

Wow that was fast

yeah? I could sit here and spend a lot of time explaining the full length of my actions and thoughts, but the short version is that during the 2016 election I began to notice substantially more racists and bigots being all the more extreme and realized that something bad might be happening, so I spent several years as a side project examining, communicating and trying to deradicalize people who have been drawn into the far-right hole.

Incidentally, in hundreds of conversations I think I succeeded maybe six times

Irregardless, I can tell you that there's a substantial chunk of Americans who have been radicalized to such an extent that there's no turning back; these people will believe whatever they are told and are absolutely frothing at the mouth, ready to kill if given a "morally righteous" reason, and consume media which exclusively feeds them further radical thought (the amount of active popular grifters has gotten so large they are forming their own fucking companies made of several layers of huckster). They will never stop believing this crap as it's become inherent to their Idealogy, effectively a building block of their soul.

As well, Qanon followers didn't just magically go away. While a large number of them have learned to not actively reveal their hand and more have simply decided it was a psy-op, they still entirely believe that a cabal of deep state pedophiles are blah blah blah blah...

This is a substantial base on top of your standard "Republican/Conservative" who doesn't know what fascism is and doesn't care as long as their guy wins, cause they might TAKE OUR GUNS! As the first coup has shown they are willing to do whatever they are told if their blood is running hot, even if they are all incompetent idiots.

Trump's nailed to a wall, he can't escape this many indictments, something will get him...unless he becomes the president again, which he could even from jail! I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the polls are going UP for him as he gets more indictments.

He openly intended to take over America, he's not magically decided against it since then and there's a great deal of rich twats who'd love for this to happen, so do you think it magically stops here? I don't.

If you were to play strategy and try to determine the possible outcomes of 2024, there's only a few I can think of

1) Trump wins > mass riots > civil war

2) Trump wins > coup > civil war

3) Trump wins > further irrevocable damage to the American political system > Civil war but down the line (unlikely)

4) Sleepy Joe wins > Trump throws a coup > Wins (Probably unlikely as the military would be forced to back the bag of bones currently pretending to be not racist (Biden) )

5) Sleepy Joe wins > Trump throws a coup > loses

6) Sleepy Joe Wins > Democrats/legal system actually do something useful and stop Trump from committing a coup > America is still on the brink of collapse (where's it's been for years)

7) Sleepy Joe Wins > Trump goes to jail > 2028 sees a new strong man to replace him as Trump's chosen candidate > See above but replace Trump with their name

There's a functional rot in America that just isn't going to magically go away even if Trump is arrested, there's no stopping the The right with their S.C majority while the Democratic party is functionally no better and only marginally less inclined to upset cis het whitefolk (if your not white, they don't care about you beyond performative gestures). They won't ever change (there's a reason why MLK said Moderates are the biggest hurdle to equality), so here's an obvious spot in history for any old bigot to take the stand and try to "Make America Great Again"

Largely speaking, I'd rather there's no violence, but I'm also not some fool who errantly believes that America is "too great and strong " to split and fall into chaos. The country has been radicalized towards Christo-Fascism and there's no stopping it unless people play legal hot potato and keep offices from being filled by them until they all die of old age and Covid...

Oh and that's not going to happen because part of Qanons movement has been to convince people to infiltrate government (mostly local, but you've got senators and congressmen who are connected to it all the way down to infiltrating the positions of election officials) and attempt to aid their president, when the time comes. This is on top of the countless corporate ghouls who currently have political power that are directly paid and bought for by rich white conservatives.

Ideally, Trumps coup is a thousand bigots getting arrested/shot...but the cops don't like siding against their own, do they?

edit: btw irregardless of what happens there's nothing anyone can do besides prepare as the legal system is useless and the only solution would be mass riots and the near entire removal of all politicians from federal and state positions, which I'm all for!

So don't worry about it too much, it won't help anything.

#All of this hot air has to go somewhere #The Propaganda Machine has been radicalizing people for over two decades now and we are watching the Overton window slide into the grave #Incidentally I recommend owning a bug-out bag and maybe figuring out your best route out of urban dense environments #Whatever happens will happen #As an example theres a fringe chance someone assassinates Trump and then sparks a mass civil war #Or Trump calls in the Russian Military to help out (extremely unlikely)#We live in very interesting times (and im so tired of it)#I would be very happy to be wrong

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ninadove · 1 year ago

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Time for some French Political Facts! 🇫🇷✨

First of all, a quick reminder: during the législatives, French people vote to elect their representatives at the Assemblée Nationale (our Parliament). There are 577 seats, each representing a small administrative division of the country called a circonscription, and the people who fill those seats get to vote on laws and governmental actions. In fact, the leader of the party with the most votes becomes our Prime Minister, which is the second-highest political rank after President.

Législatives take place over two rounds, and we just had our first on Sunday. A first round of voting can have three different outcomes:

A candidate gets >50% of the votes (more precisely, of the maximum number of votes, taking into consideration abstention and so on) right away: in which case, they are elected auromatically. No need for a second round.

Two candidates, and only two, get less than 50% of the votes, but enough to qualify for a 2nd round. I believe the threshold is 12.5%, but don’t quote me on that.

Three candidates get less than 50% of the votes, but enough to qualify for a 2nd round. This is what is called a triangulaire, and this is the situation that interests us in this case.

Now for our main players. There are many political parties in France, but three are centre-stage in these elections:

Rassemblement National (RN) is a far-right and anti-European party, aka The Bad Guys. RN has been gaining a lot of traction in recent years and notably scored extremely well in the latest European elections, which led to Macron calling snap législatives in the first place.

Ensemble is a coalition of parties supporting our current President Emmanuel Macron. They famously don’t want to be described as pertaining to either side of the political spectrum, but they are very economically liberal, which also sucks for a whole bunch of different reasons. Cannot emphasise enough how much the average French person despises those guys, which obviously contributed to RN’s success.

Nouveau Front Populaire (NFP) is a coalition of left-wing parties created especially for this election in an effort to counter both Ensemble and RN. While they also have some unsavoury characters amongst their ranks, they represent a “soul-saving third way” for a great proportion of voters.

All three of these parties hate each other’s guts: for instance, Macron has already claimed he would not govern with Mélenchon, one of the leaders of NFP, if they won the législatives. Which is a bold move, considering that A. he brought this entire debacle on himself and B. this is not optional mah dude. The Constitution says you have to.

Now here’s the kicker: as much as Ensemble and NFP hate each other’s guts, they hate RN even more. After the first round on Sunday, 306 circonscriptions were facing the perspective of a triangulaire: since then, over 200 candidates from either NFP or Ensemble have withdrawn from the race and asked their voters to cast their ballot in favour of the other side. This joined effort basically guarantees that RN candidates won’t get elected in these circonscriptions.

Now before we rejoice, let us remember that this strategy is nothing new: opposing political forces have banded together to block RN from power many, many times over the past few years, yet they’re still gaining ground. For instance, they’re expected to win around 200 seats on Sunday, VS 89 previously, AND THAT WAS ALREADY A RECORD. Paradoxically, this strategy only reinforces the RN scores year after year, because their voters feel like underdogs on a mission to topple the system.

So. Not a win by any means.

Hey, UK! You're next.

Message to JFK Jr and Cornel West. Take a note and think of the country over your ego.

#Sorry for being depressing on main #Now back to your regularly scheduled Sentikids: I love them 💚💜❤️#frenchblr #politics #french politics

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fightforthesoulofthecities · 4 years ago

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Strategy and Soul Block Party: Northridge students and LCSC organizers on Playbook for Progressives

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sublimetragedychopshop · 2 years ago

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Player yandere!!

Player! Yan being a hoe all throughout their life. Their amazing good looks and trust fund money makes people not think twice before jumping into bed with them. Thinking they are special because “oh my god this is how our love story starts! Their in love with me!🥰” only for them to either be shoved a plan b in their hands the next morning, shoved out of their flat and blocked on all social media. If that person even tries to confront yan the next day, yan just goes “do I know you?” With the straightest face ever. Like they are an ASSHOLE when it comes to people who are in love with them. They have never been in love before and everytime someone gets upset at them or curses them, they just shrug it off as another Tuesday. “Fuck you!!when you fall in love, I hope they stomp on your heart and light it on fire!” Another wounded soul that was the victim of their shenanigans exclaimed.

They just laugh and move on with their day. Them? In love?? Not gonna happen sweetheart. People fall in love with THEM not the other way around.

Until they meet their darling. Of course theirs always that “special someone” usually displayed as the innocent pure person. But that isn’t how my stories go. Idgaf darling that is just trying to scrape by in life. They know, that yan is an entitled asshole and proceed to stay away from them. Shouldn’t have been hard right? Wrong. They made the mistake of telling yan to “get lost” when yan tried to talk up their friend. Of course some hostility towards them is kind of common but usually from their ex playthings. They play innocent wondering if you were a past lay, while trying to chummy up to you.

At first it was a joke, them seeking you out just to play innocent infront of you. Flirting as a joke, just to rile you up or make you blush (too bad you just look at them with a dead inside look) in fact they started considering you their newest exciting game. See how long until you fall.

Unexpectedly you stood strong, any advance they tried to make, you blocked it, any sweet moment they calculated, you dodged it, any ‘special’ connection they tried to formulate just pushed you away even further. It was driving them crazy, but their selfish pride never let them walk away. And despite everything you never cussed them out, chased them out or showed anger to them. It almost made them think of you as some sociopath.

After some time they started thinking about you. All.the.time. Scenarios on how to make you blush. Daydreams of how you would look when you crumbled under them. Strategies to take up more of your time. Until they began dreaming of you. Fun thing about dreams they usually mean underlying feelings in a person. Sweet dreams of you, usually you smiling at them or being happy. They feel so light in the dreams, so fuzzy. Craving them when their gone or you giving them your usual dead look. They don’t take it seriously at first, of course they began dreaming about you, they almost see you everyday! Then the nerves started showing up, hesitation. Whenever they tried to make a sly move before, they did so confidently. Now they do it, and you look at them with those uninterested eyes, and suddenly they have to look away. A small pink hue flooding their face.

Is it normal to hate people that come close to you? Before others looked at THEM with jealousy. Now they glare at anyone that is buddy buddy with you. These low life’s seeing you smile and laugh. While THEY barely get a glance. It’s unbelievable. No they aren’t jealous! They probably have a good reason for this feeling!

God, their friends see them acting weird and confront them about it. “Dude are you okay? I get that this person is like your ‘conquest’ or whatever but your taking this too seriously.” “So what? I’m not a quitter. Or do you think that they are capable of resisting me!?” They exclaim. “Nah! I just mean-don’t take them so seriously! How about we go to a party with a bunch of hot chicks/dudes. They won’t know.” It made them think. At first a bitter taste of disgust hit them until they buried it. ‘Yeah, tons of better broads are willing to open their legs after just a glance. I just need to get back in the game.’ So they go, a random party full of drunk people. It’s where they feel most comfortable. But something doesn’t feel right? It’s almost like they are waiting, waiting for something. Someone. They can’t help but turn around when a voice similar to yours starts talking. Can’t help but look around when a jacket that looks like yours is found. They do it on accident until someone points it out, and they get mad. Enraged.

It seemed to be a tipping point because they have never got that drunk before. Pulling someone they don’t even know into a room with them. Kissing, groping until the start the deed. At first it feels good, so good. They feel like they got high for the first time again. Until this random stranger starts sounding like you. Their drunk mind filling the gaps. Suddenly the stranger doesn’t just sound like you, it looks like you. They moan and groan and god does it sound so good. They couldn’t help themselves, stupidly they moaned your name. The other person seemed to not hear it the first couple of times, until yan starts screaming it as they cum. Suddenly they get smacked in the face and get left by themselves on the bed.

It was a wake up call, a moment of realization. Hours passed by in a flash because of their drunk mind. Only thing they could think about now was you. They were in love. IN. LOVE. With you, of all people. Thinking that they could NEVER experience this sensation, it was a gut punch. Small chuckles left their lips, soon it turned into an explosive laughter! As they clutched their heart, beating- demanding to leave their chest and run to you, they knew that you owned them now. Belonging to you and only you. Just needing to let you understand that is all that is left…

(Hope my writing is getting better! This was an old draft that I just decided I NEEDED to post. Mainly cuz I’m still working on a part 2 on my self deprecating yandere Drabble! Sorry my brain is out of juice is all 😭)

#yandere #yandere x you #yandere shitpost #yandere imagine #yandere x reader #yandere imagines #yandere ramblings #yandere scenarios #yande.re #player yandere #this SO OLD

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ax-killjoy · 2 years ago

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☆ you think i’m pretty ??

synopsis ! 𖦹 : things that make them flustered <33

notes ! 𖦹 : school, art block, and writer’s block has been kicking my ASS.

Lo’ak, Kiri, Neteyam x Gn!reader

Lo’ak

It was something simple, something that not even Lo’ak knew he could get flustered by. Yet something just hit him right in the soul, making his heart melt, he felt warm, a blush over this cheeks, up to the tips of his ears.

You had been teaching how to ride an Ilu, yet he was so fustrated. Why couldn’t he get this down ? If this creature was nicer than a Ikran, why couldn’t he ride it ? Irritation coursed through his body, his mind running almost a thousand miles an hour. As he falls yet again into water. The ilu almost laughing at him as it swims away.

He growls in frustration, angrily splashing the water as he wipes his face. “this is bullshit.” Lo’ak mutters, watching as you call for the Ilu again. You chuckle, resting your hand on his shoulder, caressing it slightly with your thumb.

“Don’t worry about it too much. You’ve got all the time in the world to learn this, Prettyboy.” You say ever so casually, petting the ilu and feeding it more fish.

Yet Lo’ak stood frozen, his tail up and his ears perked. “Pretty boy ?”

ﾟ*✩‧₊˚ !!

Kiri

Kiri has NEVER been one to have crushes. She remembers when Jake would talk about growing up with little puppy crushes, and Neytiri would explain about her younger years swooning over the male Na’vi.

But Kiri never really felt that kind of attraction, never felt the need to. She was too busy ! Her reckless brothers always did something stupid, leading her to heal them with her grandmother. Who she bickers with until no end, and she runs around the forest feeling Eywa beneath her feet and in the air, grabbing herbs for future salves. And if she wasn’t doing any of that, she was running around the forest with Tuk.

But now that she moved to Awa’altu, she had all the time in the world it seemed. She sat under water for what seemed like an eternity, staring at the colorful fish and feeding her ilu, staring into sand that hid small crustaceans. Now that she wasn’t busy, she had time to indulge in her feelings, indulge in her feelings for you.

The two of you had been wandering the island all day, it one of those days that neither of you had tasks. Planning this day in advance, making sure to do all the chores just so the two of you could run wild for the rest of the day. And now, it was almost eclipse. The two of you sat in the warm sand, watching as the night and day mixed, making a sweet gradient above. “You know, I could do this with you forever.” You say, and she looks at you. “Do what ?” she asks.

“This. Just being with you, being part of the land. I could do this with you forever.” You say, before looking back at the eclipse. And for the first time, Kiri feels a blush spread across her cheeks. Not a blush out of embarrassment, but a blush of giddiness, puppy love, and hope for the future.

･:* ೫̥♡*

Neteyam

Similar to Kiri, Neteyam was a busy bee. He ran everywhere, constantly doing different tasks and doing anything the people asked for. He was one of the best hunters for his age, constantly going on hunting trips with his father and other adult Na’vi, and coming back just to do more tasks. He sailed the skies and scouted for sky people during Operations, he listened in onto strategies for the War party.

And if there was ever a second that he didn’t have any tasks, he was playing with Tuk. Helping his mom with something, running around with his siblings letting them do whatever stupid things they planned. Only for them to get scolded by their father once they came home. A never ending cycle, a consistent and eventful cycle to say the least.

This was no different, you were another skilled hunter for your age. Jake had tasked both you and Neteyam to hunt together, to see who paired good with who, and to see what two amazing hunters could bring back. What Jake didn’t know is that the two of you made this into a game of tag. Whoever catches who first doesn’t have to carry all of the meat to the village.

Neteyam hid well into the trees, his breath covered by the sounds of strong winds and bustling trees. He had killed 2 animals already, thanked their bodies, and was ready to leave. Now he just had to see where you were to catch you.

Suddenly he hears a branch snap. Before he can turn his head, he feels something flipping him over, and his back hitting the soft soil. He lets out of low groan, he opens his eyes. The sun hitting his eyes, suddenly he saw your face above him. He feels the weight of you straddling him to keep him in place. You giggle and smile mischievously.

“Now you’re mine, tsamsiyu” you say softly, the vibrations of your voice make Neteyam’s ears perk up. Before Neteyam could even open this mouth you jump up laughing, “I won !! now go grab all the meat we got !!!” You cheered before running away.

He gets up, a raging blush runs across his cheeks to each of his ears, his tail swaying sharply. Oh Ewya, what did you do to him ?

ﾟ*✩‧₊˚ !!

Tsamsiyu - Warrior

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