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An examination of the New Jade and Floyd Cards

CW: Spoilers for the Japanese Release, Talk of the discourse about the cards and how they were handled, discussions of anatomy, very brief mention of animal death (related to consumption and preparation of Moray Eels for eating - no images are shown and it is not gone into in graphic detail.)

TW: Extensive talks about Sexualization and information on the correlation of sexualization and it's impacts in the second half of the post. There is a heading in purple if you would like to skip this section.

I touched on this very briefly in another post, but I honestly really like how the Jade and Floyd card art is handled for multiple reasons when we're talking about how it's handled and I want to give a bit of an explanation why! I am far from a marine biologist, but I was examining the biology of eels and wanted to give my two cents considering that they boys are both in their merman forms.

Of course, the cards have not released just yet, so we only have the promotional images to go off of as well as the other canon materials.

The biggest complaint I've seen over the cards generally speaking is the anatomy, but I also think that's not considering two important facts - 1: this is a dream as a few people have stated, so we're likely seeing the versions of Jade and Floyd that they see as their "ideal" or internal versions of themselves. 2: Jade and Floyd aren't human. Despite what they look like after the potion, I feel like it's important to note this because Moray Eel Anatomy is wildly different from human anatomy and that doesn't get taken into account. The second highest criticism is that these cards are overly sexualized. I will go into more depth about that, but to give my short thoughts for now, I truly think it could have been argued either way though in this instance a lot of the arguments I've seen have been rather bad faith.

So, let's get started first with the anatomy. Both cards have been criticized, for the anatomy of the drawing. Starting with Jade's card, the thing I see complained about most often is how muscular his chest and shoulders are. I think its a bit more of an issue with the clarity of the image than anything else, which yes, is an art issue but allow me to explain my line of thinking regarding this. First, examining Jade's positioning and anatomy by examining the anatomy of the art.

Bone structure is on the left and Muscles on the right

First, let's start by saying that I definitely think the anatomy of Jade's card is sort of correct, but I think what roughly equates to his trapezius muscles are a bit exaggerated for the position he's in. However, what I believe the artist is going for is that Jade is putting weight on his arms and pushing himself up, which is making his scapulae flex backwards. You see this a lot when people push themselves up out of pools using a solid object.

1. Notice how the scapula pulls the muscles of the back out to a sharp point at the end of where the bone rests.

2. Notice the way that the force exerted by pushing has caused a 'ridge line' between the different parts of the deltoid muscles.

3. The pectoral muscles seem a little more convex when the trapezius muscles are pulling them upwards.

Basically, I think the artist knew generally what they were going for, but the trapezius muscle throws it off a bit. Here's a quick edit to show what I feel like would look a little more natural for this card and likely solve a lot of the issues people have with the art.

Left: Edit to follow anatomical structures strictly

Middle: Edit to maintain the "defined" sort of ridge Jade's Deltoids have in the original card

Right: Unedited original

All of this to say, I don't necessarily think that Jade is "extremely muscular" as a lot of people have argued, because I think there's a misconception that his deltoid muscle is his bicep because of the slightly wonky scapula and trapezius and deltoid anatomy. (TLDR, I think the artist just drew his scapula and delts too low, making his neck look unnecessarily muscular because of the lighting in the card.) It's also worth noting that the pitched angle of the "camera" in this card makes his right shoulder look larger than it would if you were looking at him at a lower angle because of the perspective involved.

That being said, I think it's worth considering that Jade is also a hiker and is confirmed to go climbing, so it makes sense for Jade to have broader and more defined shoulder muscles than Floyd does. I also think it's a bit of a strange thing to argue that at 17 he shouldn't be this muscular. Yes, late teens tend to be smaller than people in their twenties because their bodies are still developing, but 17 is not prepubescent - the average 17 year old can build muscle that would be in line with the edit, especially if they regularly engage in activities that use those muscles regularly for things like rock climbing or swimming - two activities that we know that Jade does.

Whether or not this is a dealbreaker for wanting this card depends on the person - personally the anatomy doesn't bother me too much because for me it's still readable what the intention was. I can definitely see why some people might read it as Jade having a very muscular giraffe neck.

Now for Floyd's card, though I think this is relevant to both of them:

The issue I've seen most people have is particularly with his abdominal muscles being so defined. This one I can see either side of the argument on, I must admit, but I think it is worth noting that Floyd and Jade aren't human.

The reason this is relevant is because moray eels are mostly skin and muscle, with very few bones and very little fat. Granted we're taking liberties with this because they're mermen and it's not like we have x-rays of their bones to go off of.

(If you would like to see what I mean, there are videos on YouTube of Moray Eels being fileted and prepared for food. I will not link them, since that is graphic for a lot of people, but if you seek them out, it's easy to see that a moray's skin attaches pretty directly to the muscles of their bodies, and they have the epidermis (external), dermis, hypodermis, and beneath that, muscle.)

All of this to say, there's a feature we can't be certain whether or not the eel twins have, which is that in humans, there is a layer of subcutaneous fat beneath the skin, then the abdominal muscles, then a layer of visceral fat, and finally the abdominal wall that hold our organs in place.

Now, we know there's differences between Moray Eels and Moray Eel merfolk, as Jade and Floyd pretty clearly have a ribcage, however we also know that their external bodies in their merfolk form have similar fish traits for obvious reasons. To be as non-graphic about is as I can, there's a reason they're allowed to not wear clothes without this being an AO game - likely because their genital anatomy structures would be more in-line with cetaceans or fish. (It's hard to say which, because we don't really have confirmation if Merfolk are mammals or fish, which has a surprising amount of ramifications for their anatomy in regard to fat placement.) We also can't be certain if they have hip bones or if they simply have muscles that may make it appear that way.

That long and roundabout explanation is to say we can't be sure where their 'human' anatomy ends and where the 'fish' anatomy begins. It's entirely possible that below the ribcage, Jade and Floyd's only other bones are their spine. Regardless, I think either way it's entirely possible that a part of the reason their muscles look so defined is because they don't carry their fat in their bodies like humans do. I would say this is, again, pretty much up to headcanon unless we get some kind of canon confirmation that they have an organ structure from their hips up that is humanoid.

Also for any of my long-time followers, I am not letting you forget - these two still pee out of their butts in eel form. It doesn't matter if they're mammals or fish, the structures for an underwater creature would dictate that they pee out of their ass and that's hilarious. :-)

On Sexualization:

Now, finally onto the part of these cards that's controversial, which is that they are sexualized. I would like to start off by saying that, quite frankly, this is going to depend entirely on how you look at the cards and how you personally feel about them and your personal relationship to sexualization. I'm not trying to tell you how to feel about these cards, but I do want to make a case that if that is an argument that you want to make, you should do it with consideration to making your argument sound, and realize that there are going to be bad faith arguments on either side of this issue. Engaging with people who are making these bad faith arguments is going to do nothing but wear you out - they have no intention of changing their stance on the matter and quite frankly are not worth spending your time on. I would advise for your mental wellbeing to not invest yourself too much into these arguments and instead curate your internet experience so that you're not subjected to having to deal with those bad faith arguments and instead giving your time and consideration to those who actually make a case for their argument with proof.

Sexualization is a tricky subject to navigate, especially when it comes to Jade and Floyd. and I can see how an argument could be made for either side, and since there's not really a way to know the intentions of the original artist for these cards and what their biases were when making it, it's a little hard to say whether or not they were intended to be viewed that way. There are a few things to take into consideration with this argument, and I encourage you to come to your own conclusions and research more into the topic, however here are some of the points that should be considered when taking this into account:

Sexualization occurs in several ways:

A few more passages of note from the sexualization wikipedia and the pages for Pornification and Sex in Advertising:

Note: Catherine Lumby - author that frequently examines gender issues, Patrice Oppliger - has written about impact of media and popular culture on teenage demographics, Audre Lorde - Intersectional Feminist and Civil Rights activist that has written on a scope of topics regarding human-rights issues.

If these cards have a negative impact on someone, that's hard to quantify short of an intensive study or survey. Even then, it would be hard to get a good understanding of it because if you are an English Speaking TWST fan, you are limited to what opinions you would get from the rest of the English Speaking fandom. Similar sentiments go for the Japanese fandom - you will get a limited view because of the language difference, and you would likely get skewed statistics.

The age demographics for the game are older than what a lot of people think in the English-speaking fandom. Though TWST is generally pretty child friendly, the largest parts of the fandom are between the ages of 16-26. It can be surmised based on this that TWST's target demographic is older teens and young adults, and is likely designed around this.

From that same survey, Twisted Wonderland's player base is largely female.

Sexualization is a persistent issue through all types of media and advertising, but has been typically more studied in it's impact on girls who were raised in a sexualized environment.

Fans have been requesting a merfolk card for Jade and Floyd since their forms were revealed.

There should be an understanding that if an argument can be made about Jade and Floyd's cards being sexualized, this same argument should be applied to other cards from the game as well. This would include the tropical wear cards, the birthday jacket cards, several of the halloween cards, etc.

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You Don’t Own Me

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Chris Sturniolo lives by his own rules, refusing to be controlled. Some see him as a rebel, a troublemaker—but is that the full truth? Meanwhile, Y/N is focused on making the most of her last year of high school, determined to have a normal teenage experience. But when their worlds collide, they realize they may have more in common than they ever expected.

WARNINGS: COPYRIGHT NOTICE. Very suggestive, mentions male!receiving, possessive behavior

A/N: I want his dick in my mouth so bad, you don't understand.

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P16: Please Me

I can’t look at him. Those dirty thoughts keep running through my head. All I can think about is how good he’d look, what sounds he’d make, how he’d touch me. 

Last night was a lot. I keep having the same dream, the exact imagery that feels so real. 

He’s laying on his back, the mattress dipping with his weight. I feel his hands swarm into my hair. His teeth lightly bite into mine, my hand palming over his hard bulge as I smirk against his lips. 

“Fuck, baby,” he husks, his hazy eyes staring into mine as we pull away for a quick breath. I lick over my lips, smiling wider as his eyes roll back. My palm caresses up and down, his grip in my hair tightening as his hips lift into my hand. He throws his head back, a rough groan erupting from the back of his throat as I reach my into the hem of his pants, feeling him through the thin material of his—

“What’re you thinking about?” 

My eyes bulge, my face cringing with a wave of heat crawling over the back of my shoulders, spreading onto my cheeks. Chris stares at me with curiosity. His hand rests lazily on my thigh that’s thrown across his lap, the TV in front of us echoing with mumbled dialogue as my ears begin to ring. 

“I, um, nothing, just—” I wince as he smirks at me. His eyes gleam with pride, his hand squeezing my thigh lightly. 

“Nothing, hm? You’re just…squirming, ya know?” 

My lips smack together in a tight line. I relax my legs sprawled across his lap, mentally cursing to myself as I realize I’ve been shifting my legs together to try and relieve the growing ache. 

Silence consumes the room as he turns off the TV, running his hands over my legs as he turns his gaze towards me. My chest starts to burn with an electric warmth. I feel my stomach churn with butterflies, my skirt riding up as his fingers hesitantly trace the hem. 

Chris opens his mouth, about to say something. However, his eyes float behind me, his brows twitching with a slight furrow. “What?” he gruffs, his hands unmoving. 

I hear a shuffle of steps behind me. I go to remove my legs from his lap, blushing as he holds them a little bit tighter, shooting me a warning glare. 

“Could you not grope my friend in front of me?” Matt sighs, walking in front of us as he holds his phone to his chest with a tight grip. I try to remove my legs once again, my cheeks burning as Chris pulls them even further into his lap, shaking his head as he squints his eyes at me. 

My lips purse together as I watch him gaze up towards Matt. “What do you want, Matt?” he asks, licking over his teeth with annoyance. 

Matt huffs, turning his gaze towards me. “I wanted to talk with you.” he grumbles. 

I shift in Chris’ lap, trying and failing to stand up. I look over at him, cocking an eyebrow at him as I wait for his grip to fall from my legs.

Tension builds as Chris remains still. He keeps his eyes glaring onto me with displeasure, silence speaking volumes as his hands remain on my thighs. 

“Chris, can I—”

My lips smack shut as he shifts his head left to right, a firm sign of disapproval. 

Matt sighs, sitting on the other side of me as he holds his phone out. I gander down at the screen, my eyes squinting as I analyze the illuminated screen. 

It’s a text from Mia. 

“I’m confused.” I state, my eyes narrowing even more as I read over the text. She wants to hang out, suggesting another double date, and that’s definitely not happening. 

“Well, she, um—she thinks you’re nice and wants to be friends. Mia’s…” he licks over his teeth as a blush crawls onto his face, “-she’s too shy to actually ask—don’t tell her I told you, but I was wondering if, uh, if maybe you’d hang out with us?” 

My head tilts to the side. I feel Chris’ grip on my leg get a little too tight, looking over to see a scowl painted on his face. 

“Not a double date, just…I don’t know, hanging out? I can invite her over here and stay with you guys until she’s comfortable enough or—”

A flourishing warmth in my chest makes my lips move before I can think twice. “Yes! I mean,” I clear my throat, swallowing as I feel Chris clutch onto my leg even tighter, “Yeah, yes—that’s…that’s perfect,” I announce. 

Matt gleams at the statement. “Okay, I, um, I’ll text her and maybe she could come over later today?” he questions. I nod, smiling as I watch him practically skip down the hallway, typing furiously onto his phone. 

A friend. And this time—a girl friend. Not that Matt, Jimmy, and Chris aren’t enough, but I want a girl friend. One that could make me feel like I’m in a movie, gossiping and venting about anything and everything. 

The slight pinch of Chris’ nails pulls me back to reality. My eyes flicker over to him. I watch his jaw tighten, his eyes glaring into the ground as his nose flares. The fluttering warmth in my chest fades to a heavy weight, confusion pulling on my features as I place my hand over his. 

“What’s wrong? It’s not a double date, it’s just me, Matt, and Mia,” I explain. 

Chris loosens his grip, pulling his hands to rest on my knees as he stares towards his fingers twisting together. He shakes his head, licking over his lips. My stomach churns as the silence continues. 

“It’s nothing, it’s fine, just—whatever.”

His tone tells me it’s not just whatever. My teeth clench into the inside of my cheek, my eyes blinking rapidly as I struggle to take a deep breath. 

He’s upset. I’m not sure why, but he’s obviously upset. 

“Chris, tell me what’s—”

“Do you have to?” he asks, interrupting me. 

My eyes narrow as he stares towards me, my lips twitching as I let out a stuttered breath. “What—what do you mean?” I say. 

He shrugs, his hands fiddling on top of my calves as I slowly start to sit up more. A loud sigh escapes his mouth. I cringe as his eyes drift over my face, pausing on my lips as I anxiously gnaw on the muscle. 

“Like…do you have to hang out with Mia? I was thinkin—”

I don’t let him finish. 

“Chris, what?” I stammer, my lips twinging with distaste as he stares back towards the ground. My mouth waters, the sound of me swallowing the only interruption in the room. 

“You don’t want me to hang out and have friends...” I clarify, swinging my legs off of his lap as I cross my arms over my chest. 

Chris stiffens. He tries to scoot closer to me, but the second the side of his thigh brushes my own, I stand up. My hands clench into my arms, my lips twitching as I inhale a shaky breath. 

“You don’t own me. You can’t tell me what to do, Chris. You should want me to have friends, you should—you should want me to be happy.” I remark. 

He shakes his head, his lips parting and smacking shut, almost as if he’s fighting something on the tip of his tongue. My eyes narrow as he gazes up towards me. The distress on his face makes my chest tighten with knots, an uncomfortable pressure sliding up as my cheeks grow warm. 

“Do I not make you happy?” he asks.

A sound of disbelief falls from my mouth as my jaw drops. It’s not that he doesn’t make me happy, he does, he really fucking does. I just want more. A normal life, with normal friends, and experiences that will make me feel like I’m actually living in the present instead of mourning the past. 

My lips tighten into a straight line. I stare down at Chris, blinking back tears of frustration as he stares up at me with a scowl. 

“You’re unbelievable.” I announce, stalking off towards Matt’s room, my eyes fluttering rapidly as my vision starts to blur with hot tears. 

Just why. Why did he have to be like this? It’s just like my ex, the same controlling behavior that made me feel like I only existed to please him. 

And I don’t. I don’t exist to please anyone, not anymore at least. I’m tired of being something for everyone else, that’s why I liked Chris. I thought he actually understood, but maybe I was wrong. 

The cold metal of Matt’s bedroom door knob shocks my senses. I hear a gentle affirmation from him as I knock, pushing open the door as I waltz into the room. Matt spares me a glance. He pats on the edge of the bed next to him, urging me to sit. 

“Ugh,” I gruff, sitting down as I peek over his shoulder, his thumb furiously typing on his screen as I see a plethora of text illuminating the pixels. A smile crawls onto my face. She seems sweet, sending panicked questions of what outfit she should wear, what I like to talk about, anything and everything rolling in rushed and worried. 

“You good?” Matt asks, giving me a quick glance before gazing back towards his screen. 

“Yeah,” I feel my face scrunch, the thought of being surrounded by a happy couple making me a little sad.

___

I really like her. 

Matt had left a while ago, leaving us in his room as we continued yapping, barely taking breaks to breathe, eager to tell each other everything and anything. 

“-and he even made me a paper rose from my favorite book, asking me to be his girlfriend—”

My lips curl into a painful smile. I slap on her arm playfully, my eyes wide with excitement. “I know, I know! He showed me before—”

“Did he really?!” she exclaims, biting on her lip as her eyes soften with adoration. I nod enthusiastically, biting on my lip as I watch her lip pout into a subtle frown. 

I’m really happy for her, but I’m also jealous. Matt set this up for her, helping her make friends because he wanted to make her happy. 

Why couldn’t Chris be like that? 

Does he even really like me if he doesn’t want me to be happy? 

Does he like me if he doesn’t actually understand me?

“What about you?” Mia asks, pulling my eyes back to train on her face as she stares at me intently. I cock my brow at her. “You and Chris,” she explains, urging me to divulge. 

His name hurts to hear. My lips plump together as I bite lightly on my tongue. A deep sigh falls from my lips. Her face falls as she notices my change of behavior. 

“It’s just…he didn’t want me to do this,” I mention, looking over to see her face scrunched with confusion. My lips roll together, my hands twisting together in my lap as I try to find the right words. “This,” I motion between us, “-he…he didn’t want me to hang out with you and…I don’t know…that kinda…stung.”

Her eyes narrow, her lips twinging at the corner with distaste. “But…shouldn’t he want you to make friends and—” 

“Be happy?” I fill in, sighing as she nods affirmatively. My teeth gnaw into the side of my cheek, my neck crawling with an uncomfortable wave of shivers as I sit up straight on the bed. 

“That’s what I thought,” I say, moving my hands downwards to fiddle with the duvet below me. “But…he, um, he…he asked if he doesn’t make me happy.”

Silence. 

Mia looks at me, her face cringing with displeasure. I look back down towards my lap, shame rolling over as I hear the echoes of my words through my mind. 

It sounds bad. Very bad. 

“That’s…” Mia breathes, reaching out as she places her hand over mine, “-that’s really not okay.” she says. 

I nod in agreement, chewing on my lip as I shrink under the tension in the air. A quiet knock on the door erupts. Matt peeks his head in, walking in and shutting the door behind him. He strides over towards us on the bed, standing and placing a hand on Mia’s shoulder while looking over at me. 

“How’s replacing me?” he jokes, gently ruffling her hair. My eyes soften at the sight of a light blush covering her cheeks, I find my hands clutching onto my knees as I sit criss-cross on the duvet across from them. 

Matt looks so excited, so proud. He’s only joking, he’s not actually jealous, he wants her to make friends. 

He wants her to be happy. 

“Oh,” Matt remarks, his eyes twinkling with a smirk as he stares towards me, “I heard—well, I saw that you got one of Chris’ mini pizzas…that’s a big step, huh?” 

The taunting remark makes my face fall with disappointment. Matt notices, his brows furrowing as he dials back the laughter falling from his lips. 

He looks down at Mia. She gives a subtle shake of her head, sparing me a sympathetic frown that makes my heart feel heavy. 

“Uh, Chris wanted to steal you back,” Matt says, licking over his lips as he nervously lets his hand tangle into Mia’s hair, gently twirling the ends, “-but you can stay and hang out with us if you don’t want to—”

Matt’s words are silenced by the door creaking open more. I look over, my eyes foggy with blurry tears as I see Chris peeking his head in the room. 

Mia taps on my leg. I look over, watching her give me a certain stare that’s asking me wordlessly if I want help. I give her a shrug, huffing as I get up and walk towards the door. 

Chris’ lips are sucked into a tight line. His eyes plunder onto my face, wincing as he watches me swallow a lump in my throat. 

“Can we, um,” he stutters, closing Matt’s bedroom door as he reaches out for my hand, clasping gently. “-can we…talk?”

[tinyfantasminha]

Thoughts on Jack's dream(MASSIVE main story spoilers ahead)

JACKS DREAM got me by the thROAT bc the more I analyze it the more angsty it feels and I alreadfy sobbed n cried and I must SCREAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMM He's dreaming of the magift tournament but basically if..... if Leona's plan never took place....... If Leona actually WERE the hero Jack has idolized...... 😭

First I gotta take note dosodkgkfdgjdfkghfdjk hOW JACK YEARNS FOR HIS SENPAI'S PRAISE AND AFFECTION 🥺🥺truly the epitome of loyal, puppy-like behavior..... It doesn't take much for him to be happy… He yearns for the respect and acknowledgement of those he admires. He craves respect and recognition, but not only that—he genuinely wants to see those he admires thrive.

Seems to me that what Jack longs for most is a sense of belonging within a pack. He’s not just devoted to those he holds in high regard; he also desires to be cared for in return (This becomes even more apparent when he asks Ruggie to act as a mentor or older-brother figure in his dorm uniform vignette.) Jack's actions reflect his innate wolf nature—a being built for connection, loyalty, and mutual protection. No matter how much he tells himself or others how he prefers to handle things on his own… We can clearly see that Jack is happier when he’s part of a team, fighting alongside companions who’ve got his back. It’s the dynamic balance of trust: to protect and be protected, to rely on others and let them rely on him in return. It deeply resonates with the essence of wolves.

We often hear the phrase “lone wolf,” an expression of grudging admiration. A lone wolf is often viewed as a rugged individualist, uncompromising and independent, driven to forge his own path, unfettered by the sentimental need for companionship. In reality, few people would ever want to live this way—and, as it turns out, few wolves would either. Wolves, males and females alike, may go through periods alone, but they’re not interested in lives of solitude. A lone wolf is a wolf that is searching, and what it seeks is another wolf. Everything in a wolf’s nature tells it to belong to something greater than itself: a pack. Like us, wolves form friendships and maintain lifelong bonds. They succeed by cooperating, and they struggle when they’re alone. Like us, wolves need one another. (source)

Which is why the factual reality cuts so deeply.

After Ortho wakes Jack up (in oUTER SPACE DKJGDSDKFJGKJS that was so adventitious but so cool.....) and Jack falls down like a meteorite (ALSO SUPER COOL BUT WTF.....) Fake!Leona and Fake!Ruggie rush to his side, Leona softly reassures him, saying it’s a relief he’s uninjured and advising him not to be so reckless while Ruggie says ''You're a promising rookie. Our treasure.'' (I started crying here.)

Jack breaks into a bitter, despairing laugh as the truth crashes down on him. The sincerity and warmth his “upperclassmen” showed in that moment? It wasn’t real. It never actually happened. Jack recounts his excitement when he first joined Savanaclaw, eager to fight alongside the dormmates he admired so much. He talks about how he had watched Leona’s play three years ago—over and over again, captivated by it. He reveals the painful truth of discovering their wicked plan, the frustration of being unable to snap them out of it, and the overwhelming helplessness that consumed him.

I gotta say, I'm SO HAPPY that Jack's feelings on the events of book 2 were finally properly addressed now (cause let's be real, book 2 uhh... did kinda a shitty job at this 💀 Neither the narrative nor the fandom really took the time to explore the emotional impact it had on him, which is such a disservice to his character.)

Think about it from Jack’s perspective. He was obsessed with Leona's play 3 years ago, watching it over and over again. In his eyes, Leona was a hero, someone worth idolizing to the point of projecting an idealized image of him: an earnest, hardworking, honorable leader. When Jack finally had the chance to join Savanaclaw and be part of the dorm he had admired so deeply, what was his reality? Ostracization, bullying and even physical violence from some of his dorm mates (as shown in Leona's dorm uniform vignette) And worst of all? Jack was met with his idol’s true, treacherous side—dirty tactics, underhanded schemes, and a willingness to harm others to achieve his goals. When Jack tried to confront them about it, he wasn’t met with understanding or respect. Instead, he was called a “filthy traitor” and a “spoiled brat”—by the very person he admired most. It’s a complete dismantling of everything Jack believed in, everything he worked for.

It's a shame the game and manga did not give enough weight to Jack’s feelings, (the novel seems to do a better job at it though) but now it’s clear just how much this hurt him. It wasn’t just a setback; it was a deep, personal betrayal that shook him to his core.

He’s only a first-year. Beneath his gruff demeanor and physical strength, Jack is still a boy—pure-hearted, earnest, and full of hope. All he wanted was to stand beside those he respected most but what he got instead was disappointment, betrayal, and rejection. To idolize someone so deeply, only to have that image crushed in the most personal, gut-wrenching way........ Savanaclaw doesn't deserve him 💔

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,,,,okay forgive me to break the essay to talk about this but I'm going insane over the fact fake Ruggie ominously coos, ''Hey puppy-chan you're a good boy so come here.....'' UGHGHHHDSHNGDSHNDGSHHHnnnnhhHHHH HE IS BASICALLY SAVANACLAW'S UNOFFICIAL MASCOT,,,,,,, their loyal little puppy 🥺🥺🥺😭😭

fake ruggie and fake leona try to lure him in to sleep again, but Jack says he has no intention of fighting alongside fakes and defeats them 😌

And we get this utterly precious moment where Jack praises Yuu and Grim for having guts and persevering through everything and he PETS GRIM'S HEAD............ HE DIDN'T NEED TO COMFORT THEM BUT AWWAAHBBBAYYAWYWYHAWWABYWAWAYAA

I can't wait to see what role he'll play in Leona's dream 😌 Jack’s arc feels like it’s finally getting the weight it deserves… 🙏🙏🙏

[astrolovecosmos]

*Pluto Natal Aspect Snippets*

Sun Trine Pluto: May be charismatic, influential, magnetic, and highly perceptive. They can easily read and intimidate, persuade, or manipulate others. They can handle pressure and change well, believing what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. While the trine aspect is generally harmonious, the connection between the Sun and Pluto can sometimes lead to a tendency towards being overly intense, obsessive, overbearing, or controlling.

Sun Opposite Pluto: May struggle with their darker side often, especially obsessive and compulsive behaviors. They may deal with a lot of power struggles in life, feeling like they always have to defend and fight for themselves. But they can develop sharp intuition, self-awareness, and inner power.

Sun Square Pluto: May deal with a lot of tension and conflicts with others in life. Others may find them to be too intense, intimidating, mysterious/private, or others may be jealous of their authenticity, passion, or depth. They may feel like others are always out to one up them, control them, or put them down. HOWEVER they must also mind a possible paranoid side. The tension between the need for self-expression (Sun) and the deep, transformative energy of Pluto can lead to obsessive thoughts and behaviors. A positive to this aspect is these individuals do not fear their shadows or the skeletons in their closet. They may be brave, strong-willed, and always willing to grow.

Moon Trine Pluto: This can be a highly deep and intuitive individual. At a young age they learn how to sooth and heal themselves and can act as a great healer or guide for others. But their emotions are intense and they can be highly controlling towards their closest loved ones.

Moon Opposite Pluto: May easily overreact, is hypersensitive, volatile, and can easily drain themselves or others emotionally. Can fall into relationships that have a lot of hidden tension, leading to feelings of resentment, manipulation, or emotional blackmail. Over time they can have a great understanding of their emotional landscape and the ability to transform their vulnerabilities into sources of strength and wisdom.

Moon Square Pluto: Could be a highly manipulative individual. Can find themselves caught in a cycle of emotional highs and lows, frequently feeling consumed by their own intensity and drowning. This can lead to a sense of inner turmoil and difficulty in maintaining emotional balance, often resulting in stress and anxiety. Can grow to be emotionally strong and very self-aware.

Mercury Trine Pluto: Likely a deep, insightful, perceptive, and investigative person. They have a love for researching and analyzing subjects in depth. Could become a master of a subject. Can be a passionate teacher/professor. But this aspect is famous for becoming too obsessed with a subject or obtaining knowledge to their detriment.

Mercury Opposite Pluto: May be combative or competitive in their communication style. Could try to "dominate" conversations. Can easily misunderstand others or become misunderstood. May be plagued by paranoia at times. Can easily mistrust others. They likely learned to trust their intuition at a young age and may heavily rely on it. They may have a talent for always getting to the heart of an issue.

Mercury Square Pluto: Can be stubborn in their opinions and have an all-or-nothing mentality. Can overlook what is important by jumping to conclusions or being preoccupied with finding hidden meanings or uncovering perceived deceptions. But they mentally approach the world with a lot of depth and sensitivity. They notice what others don't and some can be a good judge of character.

Venus Trine Pluto: Intense and passionate in their relationships but in a way that is magnetic, sexy, and maybe commanding. It's a great aspect for deepening intimacy and fostering meaningful growth in relationships. But those with this placement can become unchanging or controlling in their relationships too. Their attachments may usually be harmonious or loving but they can also be extremely strong.

Venus Opposite Pluto: There can be intense emotional power struggles in relationships. There can also be profound transformations or challenges in many of your relationships that lead to empowerment and self-mastery.

Venus Square Pluto: Associated with control, power dynamics, jealousy, and possessiveness in relationships. Needs to learn to manage their own intensity when it gets out of control or unhealthy. Or may need to learn how to listen to themselves more in relationships, follow their intuition/heart.

Mars Trine Pluto: Is a focused, passionate, magnetic, and inspiring or leading individual. They have a lot of confidence with heat, power, and determination to back up their confidence. But they can have an overpowering side to themselves that causes friction with others or gets them wrapped up in competition or conflict.

Mars Opposite Pluto: May be a ruthless individual who is out for conflict, finding it to be stimulating, to feed their ego, or to feed their hungry drive. Can be self-destructive and reckless. May be manipulative or controlling and really struggle with collaboration and cooperation. They can have a lot of willpower and endurance.

Mars Square Pluto: May be aggressive, forceful, could frequently and quickly escalate situations. May push others away from being close to them. But may be a survivor in life, someone who has to empower themselves often. They might be a very strong individual on many levels. Must learn to open up and find peace in their own way.

Jupiter Trine Pluto: A whole lot of inner strength. This aspect fosters a deep sense of purpose and the ability to influence and inspire others, making it easier to effect positive change on a larger scale. However their intense drive for success and transformation can sometimes lead to an obsession with power or control, potentially causing strain in personal or professional relationships.

Jupiter Opposite Pluto: Can indicate someone who deals with a lot of explosive power struggles in life. May be manipulative or power hungry themselves. Can give into obsession and extreme behavior of all types. Has a great ability to empower themselves by facing their inner demons head on.

Jupiter Square Pluto: May be a dogmatic, closed-minded, judgmental, and overly harsh person, especially in their beliefs. A desire for control may manifest through philosophies or religion somehow. But this person can have a lot of determination and depending on their ethics may be a great force to change the world around them for the better.

Saturn Trine Pluto: Makes individuals perceptive, hardworking, diligent, strong, and determined. We have two powerful planets working together. Pluto brings depth, destruction, healing, transformation, empowerment. Saturn brings wisdom, maturity, strategy, lessons, and realism. They can be blessed with self-mastery and a strong, effective willpower. But they may be overly serious, negative, or controlling, and easily stressed.

Saturn Opposite Pluto: May struggle with inner power struggles. They may swing from intense confidence to crippling anxiety or self-doubt. Can easily feel overwhelmed or restricted by responsibilities and limitations, resulting in periods of frustration and potential burnout. These individuals will likely experience many profound transformations in their life. Introspection and honing their intuition will be helpful to them.

Saturn Square Pluto: May feel like they never have enough control or power over their life. Leaving their comfort zone, sticking to discipline or a routine, inner authority, independence, and ultimately empowerment may seem extra hard for them. But they can learn to be resourceful, perceptive, and enduring over time. They may find empowerment in unexpected ways.

Uranus Trine Pluto: May be highly unconventional, radical, or revolutionary in their mindset and goals. They can navigate big changes in society or historical events a little easier than others. They are open-minded to the future and can be adaptable and enduring. However they can get obsessive with some of their ideas and opinions. May also not see the value in older structures or traditions. May not learn from past mistakes of others.

Uranus Opposite Pluto: A tornado within and chaos outside - these people are likely very familiar with instability in life. They can also struggle to deal with sudden changes whether they are burnt out from many upheavals in their life or have experienced events that cause them to fear change. Internally they may have a tug-of-war between the desire for freedom and the need for control, leading to feelings of being torn between competing priorities. However this placement can learn to embrace authenticity in themselves and others, they may be passionately honest, and can find hope in the future.

Uranus Square Pluto: May be use to power struggles throughout life, especially in terms of them trying to be more individualistic, independent, or moving forward with change and adaptability. Can encourage others to be rebellious, despite this square's challenges they can have a rebel heart themselves.

Neptune Trine Pluto: This aspect fosters profound spiritual growth and transformation, allowing individuals to deeply connect with their inner selves and pursue meaningful, soul-enriching experiences. They are likely highly intuitive, may be prone to intense dreams, and has a knack for digging up the truth or is a natural healer. However they can be highly unpractical and may neglect the more day-to-day needs and demands of life.

Neptune Opposite Pluto: This aspect can lead to intense inner turmoil and confusion, as individuals may struggle to reconcile their deepest fears and desires with their idealistic visions, resulting in periods of uncertainty and emotional instability. They may be very familiar with deception and betrayal. They can have a great capacity for self-awareness, healing deep wounds, and finding empowerment in soft or spiritual ways.

Neptune Square Pluto (2050s - 2070s): May face a lot of disillusionment in life, both in belief systems and people. "Don't meet your heroes" is an important message for this placement. Has susceptibility to deception or escapism, as individuals may struggle to see situations clearly and might resort to avoidance or denial when faced with harsh realities. They can grow to have a lot of psychological depth and insight.

[koalaflower]

Hello, I really love your characterization of Kaiser and your writing style! 💘 If requests open I want you to write what is the red flags of Kaiser, Hiori, Ness and Karasu about their red/green flags, thanks for your work❤️

blue lock headcanons ! ⋆｡°✩

includes. michael kaiser, alexis ness, yo hiori, tabito karasu.

a/n. this req was so fun to write !! referenced the egoist bible for this and... ego PLEASE send these boys to therapy. i'm also assuming you meant general behaviors, but i added some relationship hcs too. keep in mind, they're still just teenage boys, and most of the "red flags" are completely normal. i tried to make these as nuanced as i could bc it's unfair to categorize them as either healthy or unhealthy :)

word count. 2.3k

michael kaiser ⋆｡°✩

he’d spoil you rotten. didn’t have the luxury of growing up in a good environment, so he’ll make sure to provide it for you.

financially generous. donates to charities and organizations w/o boasting about it online. it's mostly to domestic abuse cases, animal shelters, or foster homes. causes he can identify with

def has a soft spot for children without wanting any of his own. he's afraid of turning out like his own abusive father. he'll play with them from a distance but that's all it ever is—a fleeting thought.

passionate & ambitious. he has a strong work ethic. dedicating all his time to his career keeps him distracted and gives him a sense of purpose.

painfully self-aware. he knows he's a fucked up shriveled-up piece of shit. but accepting who he is and trying to fix himself are two different things. he'll just keep covering up the bad parts with something distant. normal.

takes good care of his hygiene. now that he's out of poverty, best believe he's soaking himself in bath oils every night. skincare, hair masks, luxurious silk bath robes... i just KNOW this man smells heavenly.

kind with animals, especially strays. they remind him a little of himself, and they love you unconditionally, unlike people.

if you manage to break down his walls, he’ll never let you go. you’re always in his line of sight. he knows you won’t leave him, but he can’t be too sure, can he?

respects your privacy. if you need space, he’ll give you it. surprisingly understanding when it comes to alone time bc he values it too. if you respect his privacy, he’ll give you the same respect.

poor baby just wants to be loved. he craves a love that's domestic, unconditional, and all-consuming. tender kisses, dates to nowhere particular, your toothbrush in his cup, jacket on his chair. It unsettles him, but he keeps making excuses to keep you around longer. kaiser doesn't want a relationship built on lust, he wants to connect. and if you stick around long enough, maybe, just maybe, he'll show you his darkest parts.

🚩 assuming he DOESNT get therapy.

he's into psychology, so his first instinct when he meets someone new would be to analyze them. stance, personality, even the subtle shift of their gaze—it's more than a mere gesture to him, which makes it incredibly hard for him to trust. if he senses someone close to him growing distant, he'll sever ties first. It's a defense mechanism :(

brushes off sentiment. he doesn't want gifts and gentle touches scare him. believes kindness always comes with a motive.

takes his anger out on others. very rarely would his verbal assault escalate into physical abuse. he'd try his best to restrain himself—digging his nails into his palms, scratching his arms, isolating himself. but he's only human, and humans slip. in the case he does slip, you'll find him glaring at himself in the mirror or with his hands around his throat on the bathroom floor. he sees his father in his reflection, and it's daunting.

honestly, dating him would be like mothering him. he didn’t have a significant female figure in his life, so loving him would be cleaning up after him, cooking, etc. he'd start to expect it and depend on you for emotional support.

pulls you close and then pushes you away. def has a disorganized or anxious-avoidant attachment style. you’ll wonder if he loves or hates you on some days.

your relationship would be overglorified or picked apart online. it’s messy. vile. you'd get vicious dms and hate mail from his fan girls on the daily. he’d brush it off, call it the price of fame unless it really upsets you, but you should’ve known what you were getting into.

starts arguments over little things just for the sake of it. it's not his fault people can be so irritating sometimes, and that agitated look on your face is so satisfying.

"you're lucky, schatzi. i'm the only one that can handle you."

he doesn’t get possessive much, but he does get insecure if the threat is someone on the same level as him—a teammate or global celebrity. acts like he’s superior but he’s filled with doubts. would rather choke himself than admit it tho.

temperamental. he changes moods in the blink of an eye. you'll never know if he’ll be good or bad today. it's like waking up to a game of roulette.

dating him (as he is now) would be HELL. there WILL be tears. you’ll hate yourself, hate him, even. but then he’ll kiss you and tell you he loves and needs you, that he’s nothing without you, and you’ll be right back into his arms.

alexis ness ⋆｡°✩

can read people’s emotions like a book. it’s his greatest strength and weakness. your inner thoughts, true emotions, whether you’re uncomfortable or not, you don’t have to tell him any of it bc he can just tell.

values the little things in life & always sees the good in people. he believes in magic the way ppl believe in god, like it’ll salvage him and prove there’s more to life than the harsh environment he was raised in :(

remembers everything! likes, dislikes, anniversaries, it’s all committed to memory, no matter how inconsequential. what’s important to his loved ones is important to him. if he forgot even one thing, he’d beat himself up for not being more considerate.

incapable of lying unless it’d make the other person happy. he’s loyal to a fault (kaiser’s dog).

in relationships, he'd text hourly, just to check in. brief i miss you's and how are you's every minute you're away. ness needs constant reassurance, and unless you tell him he’s being too overbearing, he’ll continue to hover.

def a pda guy only if his partner enjoys it too. hand holding, kissing, showing you off in public, god he’d be whipped.

treats the ppl he cares for like royalty. when he’s in love, he'll devoted his entire life to his partner. there's already a space carved out for you in his mind and soul.

he’s reliable!! adapts easily and adjusts to new situations both on and off the field.

would post you online all the time. he dgaf about soft or hard launches, you’re in all of his posts, whether it’s just a hand or full face picture. his main is probably a fan account.

would tell you when he won’t be able to reply early on. never leaves you second guessing.

genuinely wants everyone to be happy. most of what he does is for the sake of others. would do any favor with a sweet smile like it’s his sworn duty in life.

his love is gentle and tender. he’d hold you close when you have nightmares, press kisses onto your temple, and whisper sweet nothings into your ear when you cry. you don’t have to worry about him crossing boundaries bc he’ll always respect your limits, even when you haven't established any.

your personal barber!! (lwk irrelevant, i just had to add this bonus. he’s so cute)

makes little sacrifices w/o thinking. he’d offer you the last bite of food or give up his seat so you don’t have to stand. it’s like second nature to him.

🚩 his dynamic w/ kaiser needs to be studied.

jealous & insecure asf. in a relationship, he'd trust you, yes, but he doesn’t trust others. they could be seeing you in the same light he does and that makes his stomach churn. wouldn't confront you abt it in fear of annoying you. he’d just stand a bit closer, get a bit clingier, and wear a wider smile as he analyzes the “threat”.

def changes himself according to who he's talking to. little things like speech patterns and texting styles to bigger things like fashion sense and mannerisms. he wouldn't even notice it himself, he's just so used to pleasing.

so passive aggressive. no one knows what’s going on behind that tight lipped v-shaped smile. won’t communicate the issue, just brushes it off with a laugh until it blows over.

codependent and needy. he puts others on pedestals & self-destructs when they don’t reciprocate or acknowledge it. he doesn’t know how to receive love, only give :(

“you won’t leave me, right?”

thrives off external validation. he needs to be needed. feels he has no purpose in life if not given one. he'll spiral if he's abandoned by someone he deeply respects or loves.

yo hiori ⋆｡°✩

sees the big picture. he's not the type to spend time fixating on unnecessary things he can't change. if asked for advice or clarity, he'd be very rational and clear-headed.

kind-hearted and accepting of others bc he knows what it's like to feel trapped. craves understanding and freedom from others.

poor boy just wanted to make his parents happy

an acts of service guy. he’d refill your glass when it’s low or lend you his jacket when you shiver. all with a smile or sometimes even thoughtlessly. it’s second nature.

passionate abt things he cares for.

actually blue lock's nonchalant 6'2 dreadhead king.

extremely loyal. i can’t see this guy cheating unless it’s with a female grand theft auto npc. but also bc it’s already hard enough for him to let someone into his space. MULTIPLE people would drive him insane.

takes proper care of his skin and body (unless he’s gaming). he looks like he’d smell like baby powder.

femboy.

dependent. he’s reliable on and off the field.

🚩 do NOT be deceived by those innocent eyes.

his type is crippled girls… hello???

needs a LOT of alone time. like a lot a lot. it’s not personal, he just feels drained when he’s around other ppl. alone is the only time he can be himself without trying to appease others. so relationships / friendships with him would feel highly unpredictable.

hyper-independent!! enjoys being alone and can handle solitude. prob stems from overbearing / hover parents. a curse and a blessing.

he’s literally a stalker?? read his light novel.

hyperfixates on video games. not inherently a bad thing, but he’d be so locked in he forgets to eat or text anyone for days. not shaming anyone who hyperfixates (im the same way), it’d just be very severe. his coping mechanism when reality feels too real.

def the type to shout slurs and leak ip addresses in cod lobbies if he loses. no wonder he works so well with isagi.

terrible at communication. wouldn’t initiate any personal conversations unless prompted, even if he’s particularly annoyed or irked by smth.

the type to imagine his enemies as video game characters and kill them in-game.

would randomly disappear one night on a random tuesday and reply to your text normally 2 weeks later. no search party is finding this guy once he's out.

def a ghoster. especially when he’s overstimulated and wants alone time. wouldn’t tell anyone, just goes offline until he’s okay again.

everything abt this guy is a contradiction.

tabito karasu ⋆｡°✩

gonna be honest, idk his character that well. pls take this with a grain of salt. there might be some mischaracterization !!

a gentleman (according to the bllk bible). his family is mostly women, so he’s well mannered and raised to be chivalrous. the type to pull out chairs, open side doors, and naturally follow the sidewalk rule. you won’t have to worry about him taking advantage of you. he’s def guarding your drink like his life’s on the line.

fucking nerd. he'd casually reference obscure documentaries or drop random history / animal facts mid convo.

hella observant. can analyze people like a book. he knows what to say to lighten the mood & can easily read the room and adapt.

gets along with ppl in all walks of life. easy conversationalist. neither overly pessimistic or overly optimistic. he's a perfect balance.

blunt asf LMAO. he’s not holding anything back. if you don’t look good in smth, he’s telling you and then helping you look for smth similar. he’d rather hurt ppl than lie to them, and that’s rare nowadays.

extremely self-aware. like kaiser, he knows what he lacks, but the difference is he actively tries to fix it. correcting himself early on, apologizing, etc.

protective w/o being controlling. a “wear whatever you want, i can fight” kind of guy. he SEES everything. if someone’s giving you looks, he’s gently steering you the other way. can’t get jealous if it’s over before it begins.

actually thinks before getting into relationships. he wouldn’t put himself in a situation he can’t get out of. extremely considerate. he’d probably warn you before becoming official.

also enjoys being alone. not out of necessity like hiori but he finds comfort in the dull ache of loneliness. wouldn’t seek it out, but wouldn’t hate soaking in it either.

knowledgable. he’s smart and enjoys learning new things. would search for friends or a partner that intellectually stimulates his brain above all else. late night philosophical talks, heated debates over call, etc.

🚩 take his hair gel away.

his fashion style is a red flag. i’m so sorry someone please burn that trench coat.

he genuinely can’t be nice to ppl he looks down on.

sees himself as extremely ordinary :( he’d probably second guess relationships or feel like he’s not good enough for you. doesn’t believe he deserves anything extraordinary.

lwk masochistic??? he likes being neglected.

sarcastic to the point you’d question if he’s joking. comes off as arrogant or rude to some people bc of this.

downplays his emotional needs. he'd cover it up w/ sarcasm and deal with it on his own. prefers not to burden ppl.

has a tendency of dismissing others' feelings or invalidating them. he wouldn’t do this on purpose, he just can’t empathize with some things. he’d drop things like “it’s not that deep” or “you’re doing too much” in the middle of an argument.

overthinker. he’d overanalyze every little thing and miss the big picture.

he’d hate big celebrations like birthdays (his own) or christmas, esp gift exchanges. feels like it’s forced and not authentic. wants to FEEL appreciated, not through materialistic products but authentic intimacy.

[divaofmads]

Lover Headcanon

Pairing Jonathan Crane x Female Reader x Edward Nygma

Summary: Crane touches your fears, while Nygma locks onto your mind. One tries to solve you, the other memorizes you. Neither can associate losing you with staying sane.

Warnings: +18, Smut, Psychological manipulation, Obsessive behavior, Power imbalance, Dubious consent (emotional and psychological), Dark romantic themes, Possessiveness / control dynamics, Touch aversion and intimacy issues, Discussions of fear and trauma, Fetishization of mental/emotional control, Potential toxic relationship dynamics, English is not my first language so excuse my mistakes. I write purely as a hobby, not as a professional.

Word Count: +3k

Dividers by @cafekitsune photos by Pinterest

A/N: First time diving into the headcanon format! Still figuring out where the line between headcanon and imagine is, but I tried to keep it focused and atmospheric. Thank you for reading—I’d love to know what you think.

Dr. Jonathan Crane 💉

• How You Met? First Impressions:

Imagine you're a psychiatrist at Arkham. That day, when Jonathan saw you for the first time — the moment he noticed you — it wasn’t an ordinary introduction. In his world, people generally fall into two categories: the observed and the ignored.

You... you were one of the unignorable.

The first thing that caught his attention was your eyes. They held a glimmer of someone who wants to know, but isn't afraid to question. Most people settle for the permission to observe. But you... you looked like you'd come there to lose yourself.

He was passing through the corridor, files in hand. You lifted your head. Eye contact — just a second — but in Jonathan’s mind, it echoed like a bell that wouldn’t stop ringing.

• Morally Grey Love Interest:

Jonathan elevates you — he praises your intellect, your intuition, your emotional depth. But then, he begins to dismantle you. Subtly. At first, you won’t even notice. He might bring up a fear of yours “coincidentally.” You’ll think you’re in control… until he uses it against you in the middle of an argument.

Why does he do it?

Because for him, love is synonymous with power. He doesn’t necessarily want to dominate the one he loves — but he needs to be superior.

And if your intellect and insight begin to threaten that sense of superiority, something inside him — that old, festering inadequacy — begins to surface… and then he starts to see you as a mental experiment.

Being with him would be intoxicating, consuming, and destructive. He sharpens your mind — but leads you right to the edge of darkness. If you want to survive this relationship, you’ll have to guard your sense of self without getting pulled into his games.

Otherwise, you won’t be Jonathan Crane’s lover — you’ll be something he created.

• Acts of Service:

He’s no romantic. But if he senses a threat, he’ll act — first by analyzing you, then by protecting you. Because your mental integrity is valuable to him. He loves your mind.

He hides sensitive information to protect you. Keeps you away from dangerous patients without ever telling you why.

When he notices your insomnia, he leaves you strong but effective medication — quietly, no explanation — “Make your own decision,” he’ll say.

• Quality Time:

Time with you isn’t about sharing — it’s about observing. But over time, without realizing it, he begins to let you in.

He stays late to analyze case files with you.

When he goes to get coffee, he doesn’t ask if you want any — but always brings one for you.

He works in his office without locking the door — because you’re the only one allowed to enter.

• Receiving Gifts:

One day he gives you a small toy, a scented eraser, or a piece of merch from an old cartoon you loved as a child. You never told him about it. But somehow… he knew.

The note is simple: “This made you who you are. I won’t let you forget.”

He leaves you a journal — a clinical analysis of your fears. Not emotional — scientific:

“January 10th — Avoided eye contact in the afternoon. Topic at the time: spiders. Direction of gaze aversion: lower right. Suggests fear related to memory.”

It’s a psychological file — but written with care. A mirror of sorts.

He gives you an old, worn book. Scattered between the pages are handwritten notes:

“Did you remember me after this page?”

“The shadow inside you... it looks like this paragraph.”

It’s both an intellectual offering and a coded love letter — a way he frames the relationship.

• What He Loves About You:

Your refusal to hide from fear. Your stubbornness. Your resistance. You don’t surrender easily to his manipulation. Sometimes, you defy him with nothing but your eyes. And to him, that’s intoxicating. Your openness to his mind games.

He can talk to you in symbols. Ask you to interpret your dreams.

When you lean in with fascination, you pull him into a place no one else has ever reached.

• Your Sex Life:

It would be BDSM-based — but far deeper, far more psychological.

Thanks to Scarecrow, Jonathan believes fear is an erotic emotion. Fear — or the act of inducing it — is what arouses him the most. So he needs to be sure he’s analyzed you perfectly.

Fear toxin will be part of your fantasies. Low doses — not enough to cause hallucinations — just enough to sharpen the edges of whatever you're afraid of.

He uses sensory deprivation to push you out of your body and into your mind. Blindfolds. Noise-cancelling headphones. Restraints. When your senses are taken away, every touch feels ten times more intense. Fear. Arousal. Curiosity.

It all blends together. If you have a fear of puppets, he’ll tell you you are one. If you fear the dark, he’ll fuck you in pitch black. If it’s spiders… you’ll feel the legs on your skin.

He uses mirrors and masks. In the reflection, you’ll see every reaction your body makes — in horrifying detail. With the mask, he hides himself to strip you open.

Denial is his addiction. He can bring you to the edge, feel your pulse, your trembling, your contractions, then stop. He sits down. And watches you.

He restrains his own touch. Sometimes he prefers to come just from watching you need him. For Jonathan, the ultimate thrill is not telling you what to do — but making you want to do it.

This is where mind control fantasy begins: “If I were in your place… what would I do to me? Come on. Do what you feel. I planted it there.”

He doesn’t punish — he reprograms. If you disobey his rules, you must be reshaped.

He may ask you to have sex with his alter ego. He carries two personas in one body: Jonathan Crane and Scarecrow. He wears the mask. You’re no longer with the man, you’re with the monster.

To be desired by something terrifying and powerful. That’s how he teaches you the meaning of submission.

He’ll whisper: “Jonathan might love you. But Scarecrow… He wants to consume you.”

• Jealousy:

When Jonathan Crane is jealous... It’s never a simple "him or me" situation. He doesn't feel jealousy like others do.

"I'm not jealous. I'm doing what’s right."

He begins passive-aggressively. Uses intellectual superiority. Mocks the other man’s intelligence with surgical sarcasm.

“He told you about Wernicke’s area. How... impressive.”

If he sees him as a real threat, he investigates. Finds weaknesses. Plans how to ruin his status, reputation, even his psyche.

If you’ve been physically close recently, his jealousy manifests as control more intense. More possessive.

He’ll try to overwrite the idea of anyone else. Make you repeat his name until the thought of someone else vanishes.

He’ll say: “Did he touch you? Even if he did, you won’t remember. Because tonight, I’ll rewrite you.”

If you break his control...

If you question him, resist him, disobey him —It won’t just hurt his pride. It will fracture the very foundation of how he sees himself.

“Do you think you’re smarter than me? No. It’s just… a coincidence. I couldn’t solve you because… YOU are not normal.”

He won’t see you as an enemy. He’ll become obsessed.

If you don’t leave — if you stay in the game, even after defying him — that’s the most dangerous point. He won’t stop loving you. But love will no longer mean letting you go. It’ll mean owning you.

And he’ll say: “I love you too much to let you leave. If you try to go… That decision will no longer be yours.”

He wants to both punish you and bind you more tightly.

He builds a mental logic like: "I have to love you in order to understand you."

Sexually, this can turn into a more intense, boundary-pushing passion.

But this passion is not pure desire; it's a need to reclaim your mind and body.

• What He Hates / Can’t Tolerate

- Sudden physical contact (especially in crowds)

- Superficial conversations

- Fear being mocked or made light of

- Excessive optimism / comments like “Everything will be fine”

• His Ideal Dates

- Spending time in a quiet, isolated library

- Studying old psychology files together

- Debating fear-based experiments (Romantic? To him, yes)

- Walking through an abandoned campus on a rainy day

- Nights where he analyzes your dreams

• Pet Names

- "Subject Y/N" (half-joking, but also a little too real)

- "Darling" (started out ironically, but grew into something sincere)

- "My little anomaly"

- Says your real name clearly and deliberately — affects you with his tone

• Welcome to the inside of his mind:

Edward Nygma 🧩

• Fear of Abandonment / Becoming Addicted to You

When Edward begins to love you, it’s not an ordinary affection — it becomes an existential need. In his eyes, you’re not just his partner; you are the only fixed point in his mental chaos. His attachment to you becomes like a person’s need to breathe.

Every minute spent by your side silences the noise in his head. It quiets the Riddler. But he becomes so used to that peace, he gets addicted to it. He starts believing you must be there whenever he needs you — in your absence, he feels emptiness and a loss of control.

If you don’t respond for a few hours, for example:

- He begins calculating all the possibilities. ("Did she lose interest?", "Is she with someone?")

- He starts constructing entire scenes in his mind, convinced that whatever is pulling you away must be fixed.

• Panic Attacks Triggered by the Fear of Losing You

These panic attacks are usually set off by: an argument, you ignoring him for a while, or him thinking he saw you with someone else.

In a panic episode:

He breathes rapidly, crouches down, and clutches his head.

He whispers to himself: “She’s just angry… it’ll pass… she won’t leave me… she wouldn’t DO that…”

The sentence he repeats most often: “Don’t leave me.”

If he doesn’t hear your voice, he might damage his surroundings — not you, but himself, out of rage and despair.

He tries to hide these attacks. But if you’re there during one, he’ll suddenly cling to you, bury his face in your chest, and try to calm down just by listening to your heartbeat.

• Whispering “I Love You” Like a Threat

This phrase takes on a different weight when he’s in Riddler mode.

Normal Edward:

When he says “I love you,” there’s softness in his voice.

But when he shifts into the Riddler — his eyes dimmer, his voice lower and rougher — he says:

 “I love you. That’s why I’ll do whatever I have to. Do you understand?”

In his world, love becomes a vow, a threat, even a seal. To him, loving you means possessing you, being responsible for you, and declaring that no one else can ever have you.

In the middle of the night, leaning close to your ear, he might whisper:

“I love you... because I can’t let anyone else love you.”

And then, he may act completely calm — because the threat has been made clear.

• Nightmares and Sleep States

Edward’s mind never truly goes quiet. Not even in sleep. When he's falling asleep, he tries to calm his brain by counting numbers or mumbling mathematical formulas to himself.

Sometimes, as he's curled up beside you with his head under your arm, you whisper, “Edward... just sleep already.”

But he still mutters through his teeth. “5... 3... 7... No, that’s wrong. That’s wrong…”

His nightmares aren't just about things he’s done in the past — they’re about the possibility of losing you in the future.

One night he wakes up in terror, soaked in sweat. He clings to your chest, trembling. His eyes are hazy, his mind still not fully back in reality.

“They can’t take you. No one... no one can take you from me...”

He’s still halfway in the nightmare. Even as you gently stroke his back, he trembles like a frightened child. But after a while, his arms tighten around you. He starts counting your breaths.

Some mornings, it’s not Edward who wakes up — it’s the Riddler. He stares at you with cold eyes.

“Shall we test how much I deserve you this morning?” he says.

Suddenly, a puzzle is left at your feet. Or maybe during breakfast, there’s a small piece of paper in your coffee:

“The secret of breakfast is three letters. If you don’t answer, I won’t speak.”

He feels satisfied when you solve it. But if you don’t, he watches you in silence all day. He smiles, but his eyes do not.

These little tests are the product of his obsession with you, his desire for control, and his need to exalt your intelligence. Even though he places you above all else, he still needs to feel superior.

One day, while using your hairbrush in the bathroom, you find a small box.

Inside are a few strands of your hair and... tiny notes:

“May 11. Today she called me ‘darling’ for the first time.”

“This strand of hair got caught in the shirt she wore that day. I smelled that shirt all day long.”

Sometimes when you speak without realizing, Edward secretly records your voice. Later, while working in his lab or when he’s alone, he listens to those recordings: your laughter, the words you mumble in your sleep, even moments when you're angry…

When he makes a mistake, when a plan fails, or when he despises himself... he breathes and imagines you. He remembers the scent of your skin, the curve of your shoulder, the rhythm of your voice.

To calm down, he repeats one line to himself:

“She loves me. She’s still here. She’s the meaning behind everything.”

• Protection / Possessiveness

In a city like Gotham, Edward’s way of protecting you can be summed up in one word: preemptive aggression.

He keeps a mental list of everyone who could potentially harm you.

If someone follows you from behind, he discreetly makes sure they disappear.

If someone bothers you, he leaves an intelligent yet unsettling threat note. (And you never find out.)

But if he sees you smiling a little too much at someone else?

In that moment, he becomes the Riddler. Silent, calculating, burning with quiet jealousy.

• Riddler's Pet Names for You

- Puzzle Piece: This nickname means a lot to him. You are the one who fills the gaps in his mind. He doesn’t just see you as a lover, but as the missing piece of his puzzle.

- My Constant: Using a scientific term is typical of him. By calling you his “constant,” he likens you to a mathematical fixed value. In the equation of his life, you are the unchanging variable.

- My Equation: Clever, romantic, and disturbingly obsessed. In his eyes, you’re an equation where every path leads back to you.

• Your Sex Life:

For Edward, mental compatibility comes before sexuality. "Preparing" you mentally is, for him, a form of physical interaction in its own right.

He leaves you small boxes: inside them, old notes, scribbled words, a perfume sample, and after a while… maybe fingerprints smudged on your lipstick.

You must solve each one; every solution brings you a step closer to him.

- On your first correct answer, a brief kiss on the corner of your lips.

- On the second answer, a long, lingering kiss—then he suddenly pulls away.

- In the final stage, his tone persuades you to surrender, slowly:

"You already know the answer… So when will you give yourself to me?"

For Riddler, this process is the act of conquering your mind and body together. In his view, true desire isn’t something guessed—it’s something earned.

In the early stages, as introverted Edward, he's shy in his sex life. But as he embraces the Riddler identity, his more dominant and darker sides begin to surface.

Roles: He positions himself as a "god who asks questions."

Your Role: The one who answers, tries to solve, and slowly unravels as she does.

Each correct answer gives him power, each mistake is an excuse to “punish” you — but these punishments usually end up rewarding you. That means:

The apparent purpose of punishment: discipline, control.

The true purpose: erotic tension and mutual pleasure.

Edward never loves “lightly.” Sexuality, for him, is a form of claiming. That’s why after sex, he leaves reminders on your body to show you belong to him. For example, a bruise on your neck. Then he watches you — almost as if he's noting down what you feel when you see those marks.

The simplest of your belongings can be triggers for him, and he wants physical contact with them while being intimate with you. For example, sometimes he holds your pen while kissing you, because you once touched him with it. Maybe he wears the glasses you lent him for a day. He looks in the mirror, trying to see how you see him. Then slowly removes them and places them beside his bed.

"Seeing through your eyes… more arousing than I expected," he says.

Outside the home, his preferred places to have sex with you are abandoned spots around the city or hidden laboratories.

As your relationship with Edward Nygma progresses, he will begin to reveal other sides of himself. During your sexual encounters, he won’t be satisfied with old fantasies—he will develop a deeper interest in sadomasochistic themes. For example, he will prepare riddles for you, and if you fail to solve them, he will punish you. These punishments may become more professionally crafted. The green light that symbolizes him, a metal chair, and custom-designed coded handcuffs become essential elements of his punishments. Moreover, your fear mixed with excitement will only arouse him more.

He might say: His hand lifts your chin as he says, "You know how much I’ll enjoy delivering your punishment, don’t you? Sometimes intelligence hurts." Suddenly, he loses his composure. With veins bulging, he whispers, "Now it’s your turn. The question is: Can you pass through pain to reach the reward?"

And in that moment, at the border where sadistic pleasure meets aesthetic beauty, Riddler will push your limits with both delicacy and force. Before every “punishment,” a small riddle; with each answer, an increasing level of touch. A mental game where you swing between pain and pleasure...

• Things He Can't Tolerate / Dislikes

- Mental laziness: To him, “empty talk” or shallow ideas are a waste of time.

- Leaving sentences unfinished: Especially when you’re trying to explain something but stop halfway or aren’t clear. He gets irritated. “Am I supposed to figure it out? Is this a riddle?” he thinks inwardly.

- Ignoring him / showing indifference: While he’s observing you, if you give more attention to something (or someone) else, he sees it as an insult. He won’t forgive it easily.

- Being jealous (irrationally): He wants you to know how intelligent and attractive he is—but he expects pride, not jealousy. If you act possessive, he silently thinks, “You still don’t understand me,” and starts crafting a mental game to punish you.

- Not reacting: If he surprises you or makes a clever remark and you show no reaction at all, he takes it personally. “What, you didn’t think that was brilliant?” echoes in the silence.

• Gifts He Would Give You:

A personal cipher journal: Custom-made just for you, filled with secret messages and encrypted notes he's written. Some pages are left blank—those are for puzzles he hasn’t given you yet.

A timer / hourglass: He wants to emphasize the value of time. A note is attached: *“Time can never be wasted when it’s with you.”*

A complex puzzle game (hiding a meaningful gift inside): Once you solve it, it reveals a small necklace, a note, or an object that refers to a childhood memory.

A box containing your small personal items: But he doesn’t give it to you directly. He wants you to stumble upon it by chance one day.

• His mind, in melodies:

[writingquestionsanswered]

Hi, I'm quite new to writing and would like to start writing fanfiction as practice, but I find it hard to keep my writing in character. Do you have any recommendations for that? I've tried keeping like notes of how they act, but I'm unable to keep track of them.

Fan-Fiction: Keeping Canon Characters in Character

If you're struggling to keep a canon character in character, it's very likely you're just not familiar enough with the character to write them yet. This can be remedied easily by consuming the canon material--particularly when the character in question is heavily featured--and, if it's a TV, movie, or video game character, you can look for character tribute videos on YouTube, which often highlight the key elements of the character.

Other things you can do: make sure you know their backstory and understand how it influences who they are and how they behave, make sure you're familiar with their "voice," or in other words how their personality comes out in the things they say and think. Make sure you know their strengths and flaws and highlight them accordingly. Keep in mind what motivates the character and what life goals they're striving toward, as these often affect character behavior.

Some exercises you can do: find an "about me" questionnaire and fill it out as if you were the character. Try doing a little role playing and answer the questionnaire questions out loud as though you were being interviewed. Write a detailed analysis of the character as though you were analyzing them as someone potentially thinking of hiring them for an important job. Look at a favorite moment from canon involving the character, then write it in first-person POV from the character's POV. What do they think about the moment? What do they feel in the moment? What internal emotional cues do they feel? Alternatively, try writing a few diary entries from their perspective, detailing canon events, or expanding on moments that aren't canon but could be.

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Yandere Drabble

Geshu Lin

(There are so few crumbs about this Man's personality...been analyzing him for hours. Wish me luck lovely!)

Geshu Lin would be a Ruthless and Ideological Yandere, whose obsessive devotion is rooted in his rigid ideals and unwavering belief in his moral compass.

Geshu Lin's yandere tendencies are shaped by his military background and the heavy burdens he bore as a general.

His love would be intense, consuming, and tied to his view of protecting and preserving what he sees as his—namely, you.

Geshu's obsession with you would revolve around his belief that you represent something pure or worth fighting for—a reason to endure the horrors he has witnessed.

His love is more akin to a mission, and his methods to keep you close would reflect his cold, militaristic demeanor.

He would justify his actions with the belief that they serve a higher purpose, even if those actions are destructive.

Geshu Lin views you as the embodiment of what he fights for—hope, purity, or perhaps the last thread of humanity in his fractured soul.

Losing you would mean losing his purpose, so he becomes fixated on ensuring you remain safe and by his side.

He rationalizes his possessiveness as "protecting the greater good."

“You don't understand. The world will strip away everything if you're not guarded. I won't allow that—not to you.”

Geshu's military background bleeds into his behavior. He sees your life as something to manage, protect, and organize.

He would enforce strict rules under the guise of keeping you safe, such as limiting where you can go and who you can see.

“Stay here. I don’t care if you think it’s unnecessary—it’s an order. This world is not as kind as you believe.”

Geshu would willingly endure unimaginable pain or sacrifice anything to protect you.

His willingness to give up his own body to the black flames reflects this aspect of his personality.

However, this also extends to making decisions on your behalf, even ones that might harm others, as long as they serve to protect or keep you.

“If I must burn everything else to ash to keep you alive, then so be it. The rest of the world is meaningless if you're gone.”

Despite his harsh demeanor, Geshu Lin's loyalty is absolute.

He would never harm you directly, but he would have no qualms about eliminating threats—be they people or circumstances—that might come between you.

His devotion is terrifying in its relentlessness, and he would go to any lengths to ensure your happiness, even if it means staining his hands further.

“My blade was forged to cut down monsters, but I’ll wield it against anyone who dares take you from me. Even the gods themselves wouldn’t stand a chance.”

Geshu hides his pain, guilt, and self-loathing behind a stoic mask. At some moments, he sees himself as unworthy of your love or kindness but clings to you as his sole redemption.

His self-destructive tendencies would bleed into his yandere nature, making him both protective and suffocating.

“I know I don’t deserve you, but don’t leave. If you go... there’s nothing left for me but the abyss.”

Geshu Lin's intensity is quiet and suffocating, like the calm before a storm. His love is not tender or gentle but all-encompassing and consuming, rooted in his unyielding sense of duty.

“There is no other choice. If I must trample on the corpses of those who would take you from me, then I shall. Until every last one of them is gone.”

His justification for his actions is what makes him particularly unnerving; he genuinely believes that his possessiveness is for your own good, and his actions—no matter how brutal—are "necessary sacrifices."

Geshu Lin’s obsession is self-destructive, but his love for you is the one thing that keeps him tethered to life.

Whether you accept his protection or try to escape it, his presence will linger like an eternal shadow, bound to you by flames that refuse to be extinguished.

His story is one of tragedy, devotion, and a love that burns brighter than any star, which gets consumed by Black flames.

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Dating Yandere Viserys I Targaryen Would Include:

His obsession would be a driving force, a consuming passion that would shape every thought and decision he makes. He would be acutely aware of your every move, constantly monitoring and analyzing your interactions with others.

His jealousy would be intense and unchecked, causing inexplicable bouts of possessive behavior. He may constantly seek reassurance from you, needing to hear affirmations of your love and loyalty to him. His need for control would be overwhelming, leading him to exhibit manipulative and possibly controlling behaviors. He might even resort to stalking or surveillance, seeking to possess every aspect of your life.

He would be overly protective and obsessive about your well-being, constantly expressing his concern and making sure you were safe and well. His concern would probably border on the overbearing, as he would be suspicious of anyone who came into your life. He'll isolate you from others, making it harder for you to form meaningful relationships with people outside of your bond. This could manifest in trying to limit communication with friends or family members who he views as a threat to your relationship. He'll also insist on accompanying you whenever you leave the house, under the guise of ensuring your safety.

His moods would be unpredictable and volatile, shifting rapidly from adoring devotion to explosive anger when provoked or threatened. He'll also exhibit more obsessive behaviors, such as collecting mementos or items that remind him of you, or becoming excessively clingy and demanding of your attention. His communication style may also be intense and demanding, with a sense of entitlement to your time and thoughts. He'll become envious of anyone who appears too close to you, and take measures to isolate you from them.

His affection for you would be intense and uncompromising. He would be fiercely protective of you, viewing you as his property to be guarded and shielded from the world. He'll form extreme attachment to you, demanding your attention and time at all hours. His need for control would lead him to use manipulation and guilt-trips to keep you close.

His fear of losing you would be ever-present, leading him to become increasingly possessive and protective of you. He'll demand constant updates on your whereabouts and activities, going so far as to track your movements through various means. He would even become violent in trying to keep you with him, resorting to threats or even physical harm to any perceived rivals. His paranoia would run deep, causing him to question your loyalty and commitment to him at every turn.

He'll act out to test your loyalty and devotion to him. This could take the form of provocative actions, like starting arguments or creating scenes in public, just to gauge your reaction and see how deeply your loyalty goes. He'll even resort to emotional manipulation, guilt-tripping you to keep you tied to him. All his actions would come from a place of intense insecurity and fear of losing you.

His jealousy would be a constant and overwhelming presence, consuming his thoughts and actions. He would become easily angered or depressed when he perceives any threat to the relationship, such as if someone else paid too much attention to you, or if you mentioned another person in a positive manner. He might constantly seek reassurance from you that you love him above all else, and become intensely jealous of any past relationships you've had.

His affection for you would be intense and consuming. He would constantly express his love and adoration for you through words, gestures, and actions. He'll be extremely tactile and cling to you, always seeking physical touch and closeness. His sense of devotion and loyalty would be all-consuming, causing him to prioritize your needs and happiness above all else. He'll even become overly dependent on your approval and validation, needing constant affirmations of your connection.

In front of others, he would likely try to appear normal and composed, masking his intense emotions and possessiveness. He may behave in a seemingly loving and protective manner, often holding your hand or positioning himself close to you in a subtle claim of ownership. He would likely be polite and charming in conversation, but beneath the surface, he would be internally analyzing and monitoring any interactions you have with others. He might also put forth a bit of a possessive facade, making overt claims of ownership over you, to deter others from getting too close.

Rewards would be another way he expresses his devotion and possessiveness. He might lavish you with gifts and tokens of his affection, meant to show how much he cares and how valuable you are to him. These gifts would serve as both a symbol of his love and a means of staking his claim on you. He would be quick to reward behavior that satisfies my possessive tendencies, such as giving you gifts when you choose to pay attention to only him or when you express affection towards him.

Punishment would be a way for him to assert his control and correct any behavior that he perceives as a threat to your relationship. He'll impose disciplinary measures such as isolation, silence, or even public embarrassment to show his displeasure. He'll withhold affection or communication as a means of punishing you, to make you keenly feel the absence of his attention.

Fighting would be infrequent but intense, fueled by his possessiveness and insecurities. He may pick fights over petty issues as a way to assert control and test your devotion to him. His words during arguments will be harsh and hurtful, meant to push your buttons and trigger your emotions. Despite his harshness, he would likely still seek to maintain your connection, offering apologies and expressions of love to smooth things over. He would likely become increasingly paranoid during arguments, as he fears losing you, often resorting to emotional manipulation to bring you back to him.

Dates would be frequent and extravagant, as he strives to make every moment together memorable and special. He would plan dates with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect reflects his possession of you. His goal would be to create a romantic and intimate atmosphere where he can lavish attention on you. He would also likely engage in possessive behaviors during dates, like touching you constantly or steering you away from any potential threats to both express his love and assert his control.

The realization of being a yandere came slowly and gradually. It was a combination of factors - his intense emotions, the fear of loss, and the need for control. It began as a niggling feeling, a subtle obsession that eventually grew into a consuming passion. Looking back, he could pinpoint moments of possessiveness and jealousy, like when I would feel a pang of annoyance when you talked to another person or when he would find himself constantly monitoring your whereabouts. It wasn't until much later that the feelings were symptoms of being a yandere that consumed him fully.

In his obsessive state, he would be willing to go to extremes, including committing acts of violence, to ensure your safety and loyalty. However, deep down, his love for you would be intense, but so would be the fear of losing you through such drastic actions. As a yandere, he walks a fine line between fierce protectiveness and destructive possessiveness.

Marriage would be a top priority for him, as it would symbolize your permanent bond and his ownership over you. He would be enthusiastic about planning the perfect wedding, ensuring that every detail reflected his love and devotion. After the wedding, he would take great pleasure in calling you his spouse, reinforcing the idea that you now belong to him.

Having children with you would be an extension of my possessive nature. He would joyfully welcome the idea of creating offspring who would be a tangible symbol of your bond, another piece of you that he could claim as his. He would be deeply involved in every aspect of pregnancy and child-rearing, protective and possessive of both you and the child.

If you didn't want or couldn't have children, it would be a significant challenge to his obsessive and possessive nature. He might initially feel a sense of disappointment and frustration, as he would see having children as a fundamental way to strengthen your bond and ensure your connection. However, his love for you and his desire to keep you close to him would likely cause him to find ways to cope with this situation. He'll look into adoption, fertility treatments, or even try to change your mind over time. But ultimately, whether you have children or not, his obsessive love for you will remain unabated.

"I need you more than air, more than life itself. You are the center of my world, and without you, I am nothing. I worship the ground you walk on. You are my everything, my reason for being. The thought of losing you is unbearable. It would destroy me. You must promise me you'll never leave."

Domination - He loves taking control during sex. Being the one calling the shots, setting the pace, and deciding how rough or gentle you get. The power exchange between you is fucking intoxicating to him.

Rough handling - There's something about manhandling a partner that turns him on. Gripping your hair, slapping your ass, pinning you down, whatever gets across that you're his in that moment.

Bondage - Restricting movement and forcing a partner into certain positions can be incredibly exciting for him. It gives him control over your body and allows him to explore all sorts of new sensations.

Dirty talk - Talking dirty during sex? Hell yeah. It just amps up everything. Hearing himself moan or grunt, hearing you gasp or beg…it’s all part of the experience.

Teasing and denial - Building up sexual tension and denying himself (or you) release until the last possible moment is thrilling.

[the-joy-of-knowledge]

Thinking Fast & Slow

Understanding System 1 and System 2 Thinking.

In Daniel Kahneman's seminal work, "Thinking, Fast and Slow," he introduces the concept of two systems of thought: System 1 and System 2. These systems operate in different ways, shaping our decisions, behaviors, and habits.

System 1: The Fast Thinker

System 1 is our intuitive, automatic, and quick mode of thinking. It operates with little or no effort . This system is responsible for our immediate reactions and gut feelings.

Characteristics of System 1:

Automatic and Quick: Requires minimal effort.

Emotional: Driven by emotions and immediate impressions.

Unconscious: Operates without conscious awareness.

Fast: Reacts instantly to stimuli.

Examples of System 1 Behaviors:

Binge Eating: Grabbing a bag of chips and consuming it mindlessly while watching TV.

Impulsive Shopping: Buying items on impulse because they are on sale or displayed attractively.

Driving on a Familiar Route: Navigating through known streets without consciously thinking about each turn.

Reacting to a Sudden Noise: Jumping in response to a loud sound.

System 2: The Slow Thinker

System 2 is our analytical, deliberate, and effortful mode of thinking. This system is responsible for making more deliberate choices and reflecting on complex issues.

Characteristics of System 2:

Effortful and Deliberate: Requires mental effort and attention.

Rational: Driven by logic and reasoning.

Conscious: Operates with full awareness.

Slow: Takes time to process information.

Examples of System 2 Behaviors:

Intentional Eating: Planning meals ahead of time to ensure a balanced diet.

Careful Budgeting: Analyzing finances and creating a budget to manage spending.

Learning a New Skill: Dedicating time and effort to practice and improve.

Solving Complex Problems: Taking time to think through a difficult work-related issue or a puzzle.

How System 1 and System 2 Affect Our Habits

Our habits are largely influenced by the interplay between these two systems. System 1 often governs habits formed through repeated behaviors and routines, while System 2 comes into play when we try to change or form new, deliberate habits.

System 1 Habits:

Unhealthy Eating: Reaching for comfort food when stressed, driven by emotional responses.

Procrastination: Putting off tasks in favor of immediate, less demanding activities.

Mindless Browsing: Scrolling through social media without a specific purpose.

System 2 Habits:

Regular Exercise: Planning and adhering to a workout schedule.

Mindful Meditation: Setting aside time for mindfulness practices.

Continuous Learning: Reading books or taking courses to gain new knowledge and skills.

Practical Applications

I have realized that for me to form a new habit, I have to constantly fight against System 1 behavior (checking my phone first thing in the morning, impulsive eating etc). By fighting against it, I mean reminding myself of my intentions, taking time to ask myself why I really need another brownie. It is difficult at first but understanding the differences between System 1 and System 2 can help us make better decisions and develop healthier habits. For example, recognizing that binge eating is a System 1 behavior can lead us to implement System 2 strategies, such as meal planning and mindful eating, to counteract it.

Tips to Engage System 2:

Pause and Reflect: Before making decisions, take a moment to consider the consequences.

Create Routines: Establish structured routines that require conscious effort initially but can eventually become automatic.

Set Clear Goals: Define specific, achievable goals to guide deliberate actions.

Practice Self-Control: Develop self-discipline through regular practice and reinforcement.

By harnessing the power of System 2 thinking, we can override the automatic responses of System 1, leading to more intentional and beneficial habits.

[evidence-based-activism]

Porn Addiction

Context for post

I am much less concerned with the effects of porn on the "consumer" and more concerned with the abuse of women needed to "produce" pornography and the misogynistic beliefs and behaviors it helps perpetuate in society.

That being said, YourBrainOnPorn has done an excellent job coalescing research on this topic.

This page (currently) has over 60 studies discussing the neuroscience behind pornography addition [1]

This page (currently) has over 60 studies discussing the addiction like characteristics of pornography use: escalation, habituation, and withdrawal [2]

The WHO included in its classification system "compulsive sexual behavior disorder" which can include excessive pornography use [3]

This is a summary page of the above [4]

Nicole Prause and her associates publish academically dishonest articles with cherry-picked evidence.

The two articles most frequently referenced by pornography-defenders have been thoroughly analyzed and debunke by YourBrainOnPorn. See: this page [5] and this page [6]. (You can also find documentation of her harassment and dishonesty.)

Recycling the same few articles by discredited academics does not an argument make.

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All of this being said, I want to take the time to point out that while pornography addiction is a real phenomenon, it is also different in many ways from most addictive substances, because it inherently requires the abuse and exploitation of women. (See my #sex industry tag for more discussion on why and how this is true.)

References below the cut:

Your Brain On Porn. (2024). Brain studies on porn users & sex addicts. Web Archive. https://web.archive.org/web/20240816173255/https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/relevant-research-and-articles-about-the-studies/brain-studies-on-porn-users-sex-addicts/

Your Brain On Porn. (2024). Studies find escalation and habituation in porn users: Tolerance. Web Archive. https://web.archive.org/web/20240816173337/https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/relevant-research-and-articles-about-the-studies/porn-use-sex-addiction-studies/studies-find-escalation-and-habituation-in-porn-users-tolerance/

Your Brain On Porn. (2024). World Health Organization's ICD-11: Compulsive sexual behavior disorder. Web Archive. https://web.archive.org/web/20240816173345/https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/miscellaneous-resources/world-health-organizations-icd-11-compulsive-sexual-behavior-disorder/

Your Brain On Porn. (2024). Relevant research and articles about the studies. Web Archive. https://web.archive.org/web/20240816173355/https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/relevant-research-and-articles-about-the-studies/

Your Brain On Porn. (2024). Debunking: Why are we still so worried about watching porn? By Marty Klein, Taylor Kohut, and Nicole Prause. Web Archive. https://web.archive.org/web/20240816173406/https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/miscellaneous-resources/world-health-organizations-icd-11-compulsive-sexual-behavior-disorder/debunking-why-are-we-still-so-worried-about-watching-porn-by-marty-klein-taylor-kohut-and-nicole-prause/

Your Brain On Porn. (2024). Critiques of questionable debunking propaganda pieces: Debunking the debunker – critique of letter to the editor Prause et al. (2015): The latest falsification of addiction predictions. Web Archive. https://web.archive.org/web/20240816173424/https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/relevant-research-and-articles-about-the-studies/critiques-of-questionable-debunking-propaganda-pieces/debunking-the-debunker-critique-of-letter-to-the-editor-prause-et-al-2015-the-latest-falsification-of-addiction-predictions/

[chaifootsteps]

I have been kicked out of my own home TWICE, I know what it's like to lose everything you loved and being unable to see your family member. NOT ONCE did I ever act like Stolas, I was extremely grateful for my friend's family housing me, my mother and sister. You shouldn't treat the person who literally saved you from living on the streets like some butler.

I get that for Stolas, who's lived his whole life having everything to suddenly having nothing is very hard to adjust to because I felt like that the first time, it was one of the lowest points in my life but he didn't ever thank Blitzø ONCE for giving him food and shelter. No, he had the audacity to ask for more expensive meals, make classist remarks to the imp's holiday and trash the office of an imp who worked hard there to put food on Stolas' own plate.

I HATE the excuses his fans come up with to rationalizing Stolas' attitude in Sinsmas. "He has a special diet so we can't judge him for that", BULLSHIT, he was shoveling sad spoonfuls of miserable cereal in the episode Ozzie so he can obviously consume other foods. "He's depressed so he's not thinking well", I was depressed too but at least I made sure that I was grateful to the one housing me instead of just complaining about how poor I was. "He's having a meltdown over not seeing his daughter so it's a justified crashout," I had my moments where I was incredibly angry at my circumstances where I did things out of anger I will never be proud of but I would have never have taken out my frustrations on the possessions and workplace of my friend's family especially when they entrusted me with the job of handling it.

Not everyone has the same experience of being nearly homeless and we all deal with it in our own ways but being ungrateful and inconsiderate to the people who's kind enough to make sure you can live under a roof, feed you and help you get back on your feet to build a new life for yourself has NO excuse. The least you can do for them is say the words thank you to them and somehow, with every opportunity Stolas was practically handed to on screen to say it, not once has he taken it.

This, this, this. Some of the excuses the stans make for Stolas's behavior show give you the impression that they barely understand how to interact with other humans, much less analyze a cartoon.

Most people who find themselves with nothing know enough to show some level of basic gratitude. Hell, even the ones who end up pawning their hosts' radios and stealing from their medicine cabinets say thank you before that happens.