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dr-spectre · 2 months

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Rambling about Marina and Relatability...

I've said in the past that i relate heavily to Marie, but as i think about it further.... I think i relate more to Marina... I just read through this incredible twitter thread by @ _CSenpai_ which i shall leave at the end, but it got me to really think... "huh... Marina is kinda me fr." (Also I'm gonna get pretty personal in this post so keep that in mind too.)

Marina has very serious special interests and clearly spends a lot of time researching and engaging in these interests. She gets VERY excited when someone mentions anything remotely about her interests and takes them seriously. Which is something i do as if someone even remotely mentions Splatoon out of the blue, my chest will go "BZZZTTTT" and i get the tingles and i wanna run around my room.

She's very into machinery, video games, music and manga/comic books. Marina stays up and overworks herself when it comes to music and her interests, which is shown in the dev diaries and chat logs in Side Order and Octo Expansion. This is something i tend to do as well as I consume my special interests way into the night and i can't go to bed because I'm so damn energized. Sometimes i become so focused that i don't even notice that time has passed by for so long and before i even realise it... It's 2pm and now i want lunch.

She corrects Pearl on wizards which reminds me of the kind of stuff i say during my rambles about Callie and her arc in Splatoon 2... I get VERY picky when it comes to people using ahem.... certain words when describing the events that took place.

In the Hero vs. Villain Splatfest, she is the only one who is taking it very seriously while everyone else is smiling or expressing anger.

She's using a god damn GAMECUBE CONTROLLER AND A HEADSET! She's literally me oh my god. When i go over for parties and celebrations and someone brings out a Switch and we play Smash Bros or Mario Kart? I take that shit seriously and i can't tone back my skill level and just have fun.

Also Marina is known to have sensitivity to certain food textures including mayo and pulp in orange juice. Now i LOVE mayo personally but i HATEEEE stuff in my drinks. I am a massive texture eater and i will avoid stuff in food that ruins the texture. When i get pumpkin soup for example, if i see vegetable bits in that shit i will actually feel sick and flick the bits off of my spoon.

Marina is also seen stimming and pacing back and forth when excited. When i tend to get overly excited by myself, i will literally violently shake for a brief moment and then squeal. I'm not joking.

Marina also tends to bottle up her emotions and often lashes out onto others when it's too much for her. Which is something i tend to do... I don't often say how i feel when someone asks how am i and i often wanna scream and break something when the anger is just too much for me to contain. I end up yelling by myself and cuss like no tomorrow. I can find solace in a character who does a similar thing i do, minus the cussing lmao.

I think one of the bigger reasons on why i relate to Marina is gonna be a weird one but... She is almost always seen with her headphones. No matter what situation she is in, she always wears her headphones.

Even when she's Marina Agitando and Overlorder has taken over her body, the Controller VM acts like headphones as it covers her ears!

Now this detail about her wearing her headphones almost often might seem minor, but to me it makes me love Marina even more. I always constantly wear headphones and it's due to various different reasons. First is because i love listening to music and enjoying background noise, second, it dampens the sounds around me as i can be pretty sensitive to certain sounds. And third... well... let's just say that i live with a uh.... loud parent who... gets pretty angry, NOT AT ME! THANKFULLY! BUT... when they scream... and swear... i put on my headphones and wait for the noise to go by. It's a comfort thing for me and helps get through those... rough periods... Marina wearing those headphones often and not being judged for it, makes me feel, happy...

...uh... yeah.

ANYWAYS! Another big thing i relate with Marina on is her want for order and balance in her life. She doesn't like massive changes in her routine and wants to maintain the balance in her life.

i do not like it when my routine suddenly changes and i get upset and angry. I have a strict routine and when it gets fucked over oh MAN OH MANNNN!!!!!!!!!!!

And that last point about feeling safe and secure, as i mentioned earlier with the third point about wearing headphones... I wanna feel safe and secure... I want to feel calm... I don't want someone to suddenly shout or get upset or for my routine to change and i can't do anything about it...

The only thing i don't relate with Marina on is well... Looks. Listen, i ain't no tall black octopus woman with a noticeable figure and a pretty face HAHAHAHA! I find it kind of funny that I'm able to relate SO MUCH to someone like her when I'm some 20 year old dude who looks nowhere NEAR like her. Except for maybe height i don't know.

However, i will say, i actually don't act this excited in person, i tend to be very shy and reserved in person compared to my online behaviour. I say words in a dry manner and i don't have the best social skills. So i guess that's where the relatability for Marie comes in as well. I'm a heavy introvert and despite my need for wanting to connect to others, i would rather stay indoors than go out and meet new people to start friendships or potentially a romantic relationship... like that's ever gonna happen anyways...................

I got two brain cells. It's them.

So anyways, that was all i wanted to say! I love Marina and she's my second favourite Idol, you can probably guess who's number 1 but i ain't talking about... her... well not today anyways.

Thanks for reading!!!

The thread that inspired this blog post: https://x.com/_CSenpai_/status/1367219374948376579

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gojo-mochi · 11 months

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EEK IM SCREAMING FROM UR WRITINGS- and ur October event?! If u may a request of werewolf!ace please 😭 aksjwksjwkzj and maybe with any dark themes u have in mind 👀

CW: Reader is called “Little Red”, Attempted assault and kidnapping by a stranger (not ace), a bit of blood, creampie, breeding, Oral F!Recieving, Noncon, Ace is a bit toxic and yandere in this. Part of my Kinktover event! (now closed)

Words: 5.3K (im gagging idk what happened don't look at me ok, it my inner werewolf phase coming out at the end)

A/N: Sorry it took so long wahhhh and if the ending ended weirdly OTL

You pulled down on your red hood and tugged at your too-short of a skirt. Sighing out, you lean back on the wall, wondering how your friend not only roped you into coming to this Halloween party but also into wearing a skimpy Red Riding Hood costume. You were supposed to be matching with her, but she decided to go as a slutty bunny, stating, “Wasn’t there a bunny in the story too? No? Oh well, there was a wolf, so a bunny fits anyway!” It did not fit, but you were too tired to argue with her, trying your best to sink into the wall and disappear.

Unfortunately, your friend decided that being a wallflower for the entire party was not in the stars for you. “Come oooooooon! At least dance with me for one song!” Your friend whined as she dragged you by the wrist to the open dancefloor. The heavy, thumping bass drops seem to shake the dancefloor, or perhaps that was just the masses of people grinding and bumping into each other. Your friend dragged you right into the middle of the pit, and with no chance of escape, you sigh heavily, trying to act like the music wasn’t affecting you.

Your friend starts to pull out dance moves, using them on you as she pretends to circle a lasso around you and pull you in. You rolled your eyes at her display and went along with it with a small giggle. Slowly bobbing your head to the rhythm of the music and shuffling your feet, letting your body succumb to the music and the vibes. Getting more comfortable by the time the next song comes on. Swaying your hips and even moving your arms now, getting so lost in the melody that you didn’t notice that your friend left you and was replaced by someone else.

The deep, booming bass of the song made you more energized, shaking your ass and swinging your hips and body in tune with the bass. Your eyes closed so you could let your ears and body fully enjoy the music, thinking that you were still dancing with your friend you didn’t mind when you felt hands on you. Moving down your sides to settle on your hip as their chest slides up to your back. You played along, as you were used to your friend’s antics by now.

Only when you slyly bumped your ass back to grind on her, did you notice that your friend either got extremely buff in the last few minutes or you were actually grinding on a guy this whole time. Your questions were answered when the guy leaned his head down to whisper in your ear. “Damn.. you have some nice moves there, Little Red.” A slightly husky voice rasps out, his hands still on your hips, squeezing them, his fingers digging into your plushness.

You gasp out, twisting your body away from him, and turning around. In the neon flashing lights of the dancefloor, your eyes settled on the large frame in front of you. Your eyes immediately flickered to the furry ears on top of his head, black and fluffy like his hair. You look further down landing on his bare toned chest and totally not staring at his happy trail in the middle of his abs or anything like that. You catch a glimpse of his tail swishing behind him as he leans down once again to speak to you.

“Woah, hey! Sorry, was that too much?” He rubs the back of his hair with an awkward grin. Another flash of the neon lights from above passes by on the both of you, you studied his face a bit more as it does. Noticing the small patches of freckles across the bridge of his nose and his very sharp canines poking out. He places his hands in front calmly as a sign of goodwill. “I didn’t mean to make you uncomfortable or anything!” His voice rings out again, almost muffled by the booming bass from the speakers. The music dropped once more and everyone in the crowd was getting hyped for it, causing everyone to start swarming around the middle.

You got shoved right in the stranger’s direction, his arms came out swiftly to catch you before you fell face first on the ground. Firms arms wrapped around your waist to steady you, your face lands on his chest right above his happy trail. You inhale his scent, an intoxicating blend of musk, woods, and spices that starts off heavy and overwhelming but goes down smooth like a shot of liquor. You unconsciously curl up closer to his chest to breathe in more of this arousing aroma.

Letting the furry stranger easily manhandle you out of the dance pit and off the side. “Hey….hey……Hey there!” The stranger shakes your shoulder a bit, bringing you out of your stupor. A fierce blush heats up your face as you realize how you were still nuzzling your cheek on his chest. You backed away, almost stumbling on your feet, causing the stranger to once again catch you in his broad arms. “I know I’m gorgeous, but falling for me twice in a row? Haha, you’re really cute, you know that, Little Red?” You felt another rush of heat come up as you sputtered out a response.

I-I was just-! I mean-!” The stranger’s tail swished around happily as he threw his head back in a roaring laugh. Causing some of the other guests to turn their heads and look your way. Your ears burn as they stare at the two of you, you bring up your red hood and tighten the sting, covering your face. He eventually calms down once he sees you trying to leave the scene, with a hand placed on your shoulder to stop your escape.

His ears flopped down on his head and he gave you the saddest kicked puppy look you've ever seen in your life. “Hey, wait! I didn’t mean to upset you..” He pouts out his lips and you almost folded at this point. “I think we got off on the wrong foot, here, let me introduce myself.” He straightens up his back, extending to his full height, and puffing out his chest. “The name’s Ace! It’s nice to meet cha!” You just noticed now that his voice has a slight tinge of an accent behind it, but you couldn’t place your finger on where or what it sounded like.

Ace flung his hand out towards you, a wide smile on his face that emitted sunshine and warmth, only to be darkened by his menacingly large and seemingly real canines. You chuckled nervously as you grabbed his hand and shook it. “Wo-wow, Ace… those are some um-very big teeth you have there. Must have been quite the expensive buy. You really go all out for Halloween, huh?” He squeezed your hand tightly as you said that.

His fingers linger on your wrist before he lets go with the same smile still placed on his face, however, something was a bit off about it this time. “Hehe, yeah! I mean, Halloween is like the one night that I can truly be myself, you know!” He runs his hand through his hair, pushing back his ears as they spring back into place. ‘Wow he really must have dropped a lot of cash on his costume, everything looks so… realistic.’ You mused to yourself quietly as Ace stuck out his elbow for you to grab. “Wanna see how many hotdogs I can scarf down outside?” You raised an eyebrow at him but looped your arm with his either way.

“I bet you won’t go over ten.” You lightly teased him, bumping your elbow into his side, causing his tail to wag rapidly behind him. “Let’s make it a bet then!” He retorted back as you idly wondered how he was controlling his tail like that, you both headed out to the backyard. The “backyard” per se, was actually just the vast land in the back that opens up into a forest. Tables, chairs, lights, and a whole bar-be-que set were all set up for the party. Including a hot-dog eating contest on the side, Ace led you right to it, his stomach rumbling quite loudly as the smokey and savory aroma invaded your nose.

Ace was practically drooling by the time you both reached the table. A shirtless guy with a chainsaw for a head was taking in contestants. “Yo, my man! Let me join in too!” They dapped each other up in greeting. “You lookin’ to suck down some schlongs? You came to the right place, sign up right here and the contest starts in about 5 minutes!” Chainsaw guy gave Ace a clipboard with the sign-up sheet, and he started yelling for the other contestants to gather up.

Ace gives you a wink, unhooking his arm from you and going to sit down at the table. “Make sure to root for me, alright, Little Red?” You roll your eyes but smile softly at him, feeling a warmth start to bloom in your chest. The other contestants all sit down as well, getting ready to feast as piles of hotdogs are placed in front of them. Chainsaw guy counted down from five and blew his whistle, signaling the contestants to start chowing down. Ace quickly grabbed a hotdog in each hand and shoved them in his mouth, the wienerwursts disappearing in the blackhole of his stomach one after the other. Ace’s pile of hotdogs was gone in minutes.

He even started taking hotdogs from the other contestant’s pile, only to get reprimanded by the Chainsaw guy. You belly laughed at the display, watching the people sitting next to Ace give up and push their piles to the wolf man anyway. Later on, it was less of a competition and more of the crowd just cheering on Ace as he kept on wolfing down dog after dog. Some watched in awe and some watched in disgust, you were a mixture of both, the ringing of a bell signals the contest’s end.

People cheered and one even puked on the grass, Ace threw his arms up in the air and started flexing, sending winks and heart signs your way. “That was all for you, Little Red!” He ends his declaration with a loud howl, other party goers got affected by his enthusiasm and joined in as well and you could swear that actual wolves in the forest were howling along in the back. The hair on the back of your neck stood on end as the howls began to die down, something about the way Ace’s voice timbered out from deep in his chest made you wary and scared….

You push down those uneasy feelings when Ace saunters up to you, his hand on his hips as he bows down with a lopsided grin on his face. His fangs glint under the light of the moon, his voice lightly rasps out; “So, what’cha think? I definitely ate more than ten, am I right?” You snort, pushing at his broad chest softly; “I think you ate enough to feed a whole country.” Ace’s grin only got wider at your comment, his tail sweeping the ground behind him; “So that means I won the bet, right?” He slung his arm around your shoulder and one on your hip pulling you in close, putting his lips right next to the shell of your ear.

Even making his voice a pitch deeper as it rumbles down straight to your core; “Cause, I think I want you as my prize for winning the contest and the bet, Little Red.” This time, you couldn’t suppress the shiver that came up your spine, just now taking notice of how big Ace’s hands were, and they were even equipped with pointed nails painted black to look like claws. They point into your sides, sharp but not painful like a warning of what he could do if he added just a bit more pressure.

Your breath gets caught in your throat as you try to quip back with a sarcastic retort, as Ace lowers his head down on your shoulder, taking in a deep breath of your scent, his nose poking at the fabric of your red hood, you could feel his fangs come out a bit as they start to dig in, making you yelp loudly. You push Ace away much harsher this time, your heartbeat going a mile a minute, your face flushed as red as your hood, Ace stumbles back from the impact, his head facing downwards so you couldn't see his expression. You could only hear a heavy growl arising from Ace’s throat when he looked back up at you.

His pupils turned into slits as they appeared to almost glow from the angle he was leering at you from. You took a couple of steps back, your voice coming out in a small whisper; “A-ace?”. But that was enough for Ace to snap back from whatever was happening to him. Shaking his head and slapping his own cheeks roughly twice, his eyes went back to normal when they landed on you once more. He reaches out a hand towards you, but upon seeing you flinch back away from him, his ears fall down, pressing flatly against his head.

His tail also hangs limp, tucked between his legs. “Little Red, I am so so sorry, I don’t know what came over me. I swear!” He pressed his hands down flat on his sides, noticing how you were warily eyeing them, his shoulders hunching down and his head droop down as well. Trying his best to make himself seem as harmless and small as possible. “Little Red, are you still-” “I think I should go-” You both spoke at the same time; “Ah, Sorry you go first-” “No, you should-” You both cut off each other once again, you began to speak once more, not finding the courage to look at Ace directly while you spoke.

“I-I’m gonna go get a drink. By myself!” You added the last sentence in a hurry when you saw Ace take a step forward to follow you. Tugging on your hood’s strings nervously, eyes flicking over to Ace’s form to gauge his reaction, Ace only lets out a pitiful whine at your words. Stopping his trek towards you either way, you didn’t wait for him to start speaking again as you quickly turned around and sprinted across the other side of the backyard.

Your heart pounding in your chest, recalling the predatory look on Ace’s face, the abnormally deep growl he made, and the feeling that you were caught in the maw's of a great beast. You jogged all the way up to the mini bar stationed in the backyard, the bartender gives you a worried look; “Hey, you feeling alright there?” When you went to reply with a “I’m fine.” what came out instead was a painful wheeze. You kneel over, coughing out your poor lungs in front of the bartender, who came over to pat you on the back and offer you some water.

You felt the stares of some onlookers, but they were quickly shooed away by the bartender. When you finally felt like you had coughed up everything your body had to offer, he helped you up back on your feet. You swayed a bit and crashed into his side, he was quick to steady you though. Wrapping an arm around your waist and letting you lean on him, “Woah there, just lean on me, alright? And, drink this too.” He pushed the cup of water near your face, letting you dip your head down so you could take a few sips. The cold crisp water hitting your suffering lungs, made things a little bit better. You gulped down until the cup was empty and gave a huge relieved sigh.

Your heart rate calmed down by this point, you felt like you could breathe normally again. The bartender still held on to your side, smiling gently at you; “Finally some color back in those cute cheeks of yours, haha. I think I’m gonna have to cut you off from any more drinks tonight, miss.” His tone light and teasing, your heart didn’t flutter like it did with Ace though. You managed to give him a smile back, hoping it didn’t show your true emotions.

You shrug off his arm from your waist, giving him another small thanks, however the bartender grabbed onto your arm to stop you from leaving. “Hey, you’re just gonna leave just like that?” He frowned, his grip on your arm tighten up; “I think it my duty as a bartender, to look after drunk girls like you, you know..” You felt bile rise up when he licked his lips at you, you pulled on your captured arm. “Let go of me!” You yelled, looking around to see if there was anyone who would come to help, but the crowd got denser and drunker as the night moved on and the music was deafening.

A hand was placed over your mouth when you tried to scream for help again, you felt yourself getting pulled away from the crowd, you struggled and kicked behind you but the anxiety and exhaustion from before caught up with you. His hand moved a bit downward as he was trying to keep you still, you took this opportunity to bite down on it. He screamed and let you go for a moment but swiftly yanked you back by grabbing on to your red hood.

Tears fell down your cheeks as the collar of the hood started to choke you a bit from how hard he was pulling back on it. Your vision got blurry from all the tears and lack of air, so you didn’t get to see Ace land a dropkick on the bartender, sending him crashing through some tables. As you were gasping for air once more and trying to get your vision to clear, all you heard was grunting and growling. Your eyes cleared up and you got back on your feet to find a small pack of people crowding around something.

You stood on your toes to look over someone’s shoulders to find Ace beating the absolute shit out of the bartender. Blow after blow was dealt, you heard someone leave to puke, you almost puked yourself hearing a sickening crunch of bones being broken. Ace’s hands were bloodied and the guy beneath him stopped moving a while ago it seemed, but everyone watching was too afraid to try to stop Ace. His hair and fur on his tail were frenzied and wild, he stopped beating on the guy and stood up, wiping the blood on his bare chest, taking in a deep breath of air and immediately swinging his head around to meet with your eyes.

You couldn’t hear him from this distance but you could see his lips move to say “Little Red…” and your heart froze up, fortunately your legs did not freeze as they turned and ran as they could. Right in the vast thicket of the forest, you did not care how tired you were, you just wanted to get away from everyone, from the stupid party you got dragged to, from that creepy guy, and from Ace. He wasn’t normal, no, from everything that you saw from him tonight, your mind concluded that he was either on a lot of drugs or wasn’t human.

The moonlight helped illuminate your path forward, deeper and deeper into the forest. You were sure the forest wasn’t this big before, but your plan of cutting through the forest back home is starting to seem like a bad idea now. You stopped for a quick breath, looking at your surroundings for any sign of a landmark. Only to find the same amount of trees on either side, you weren’t even sure which way the party was now. Silently cursing to yourself, you pulled out your phone to see if there was at least a signal to call for help.

Crack

Your head whipped around trying to find the source of the noise, trembling slightly as you voiced out in the darkness. “He-hello? Who’s there?” ... Nothing answered back; only the sound of more leaves and branches crunching and cracking was heard as you strained your ears to pinpoint exactly where it was coming from. As a figure began to emerge from the darkness and into the moonlight, you decided that waiting to see who it was was a dumb idea, so you quickly ran again.

Your legs and chest were screaming at you; your muscles were sore, but you kept pressing on. The adrenaline and fear coursing through your veins help you run just a little bit further each time you think you are going to pass out. Your ears picked up on noises coming directly behind you—the sounds of branches being broken, someone tramping down on the dirt, and a strange low huffing—all invaded your senses as you kept on running.

You didn’t dare look behind you, not caring where you were heading; you just needed to get away from whatever was chasing you. Yet fate decided to have some fun with you, making you trip on the soft dirt, landing directly on your face. You scrambled to get back on your feet, only to be pushed down by someone much larger than you. Their hot breath ghosted over the scuff of your neck, and their hands gripped tightly on your waist as you felt them press their body right up against your back.

“Little Red…”

Your blood ran cold, and a numbing chill went up your spine, freezing your entire body. You know that nickname, that voice... “Ace…?” You get a guttural growl in response, and Ace’s dips down to press his lips on the back of your neck. His claws dig into your plushness when you yelp and try to squirm away from his searing kisses. Each press of his lips on your bare skin burns straight down to your core. His fangs graze over the fabric of your cheap costume, and another growl comes out, more annoyed that the cloth was keeping him away from your sweet flesh.

One hand lets go of your waist to tear at your clothes with his claws, easily ripping the fabric apart with one finger. The chilling night air hits your skin, causing goosebumps to run down your spine. Only to get replaced by the fervent heat of Ace’s tongue licking down your back. A shameless groan came from Ace as he continued to nip and slobber on your skin: “Fuck… Little Red, you taste so good.. So good..” Ace’s head was swimming; all rational thoughts left the window when he saw you get manhandled by that shitty bartender.

Then the chase through the woods? Oh, Ace thought it was so fun, he could have easily caught you when you passed the first thicket of trees, but his instincts enjoyed the hunt, the wait, and the stalking. Seeing you so helpless, sweat pouring down your skin, your scent emitting an enticing mixture of fear and lust. Of course, that's what Ace thought anyway: that this chase was all part of the game and that you wanted him just as badly as he wanted you. That's why you were shaking so much, right? In excitement?

Your tears were probably just for show, not that he cared either way. Something about seeing your face covered in tears, your cute lips quivering into a pout. He wanted to make a blubbering mess out of you, the idea made his pants all the tighter. He rutted against you, his bulge rubbing right on your ass. Grunting as he pushes up your flimsy skirt, growling when the wind keeps pushing it back down again, he decided to just tear it to shreds anyway.

With one hand pushing down your back, he moves his other hand to move your legs apart enough for his hand to rub on your panties, his forefingers going right in the middle, teasing your clit and digging in with his claws just enough to make you worry. You tried to squirm away, knees grating on the dig, your hands trying to grab on, whether it was for a weapon or for balance—you didn't know at this point. Your mind just screamed at you to get away, but Ace wasn’t going to let that happen. Even if the chase was fun, he was getting impatient at this point; he needed you badly.

He easily dragged you back by the thighs, pushing your ass back right on his face. You squealed, feeling his tongue trace the outline of your folds, pushing your panties in as far as it could. You let out a high-pitched and embarrassed whine when Ace takes a huge inhale, his nose right in the middle of your wet panties, practically breathing in your scent into his veins. Getting even drunker from his actions, you scramble as hard as you can, your nails digging in the soft dirt, your legs shaking, but Ace's grip on you was tight, and he wasn’t going to give you even an inch of freedom.

Using his sharp teeth, Ace gently bit down on the edge of your panties, making sure not to hurt you even in his frenzied stage. He pulled back on it, tearing a small hole in your underwear. He repeated this action until your pussy was exposed to him. “Ace.. do-don’t.” Your quiet and pathetic pleads fell on deaf ears, as Ace immediately dove in, his tongue lapping up all your sweet arousal. Loud groans bubbled up from his throat, his tongue slobbering all over your folds, drool flying out from how fast his tongue was lapping on you.

You squeaked out moans of your own; it was sloppy, but Ace had a large, hot tongue that hit in all the right places. Anytime his tongue sloppily hits your clit, your body gives a little shake, and your hands clenched into fists as you try to fight off the feeling of pleasure from this action. The vulgar slurping noises coming from this were deafening to you in the quiet night air. “Fu-fuck!” Your eyes almost rolled back when Ace shoved his tongue inside of you, the wet muscle working its way to a sweet spot.

It was thick and long enough to almost fill you up like a cock would; it only succeeded in making you crave something bigger to fill you up, even though you might deny that at the moment. You felt your stomach start to get tight, and your thighs shook and shook as Ace was unrelenting in tongue-fucking you. You could only squeeze your eyes shut as your body gave up and released all over Ace’s face. Your juices cover his cheek and chin, as he happily slurps up all the rest coming from you.

He pulls back with a satisfied hum, standing back on his knees so he can pull down his pants and wring out his hard cock. You were panting and trying to recover from that orgasm when you felt his tip rub against your folds. Your mind went into fight mode again, kicking and screaming at him, but it was no use. Ace leaned back down over you, his chest covering your entire frame and his mouth placed directly next to your ear as he grabbed his cock and slowly began to push it inside. Just the tip was enough to stretch you out; “Shush… It’s ok, just trust me, Little Red.” He grunts into a soft growl, finally feeling his cock get engulfed by your tight hole. “I know you wanted this too… I’ll give it to you, don’t worry. I-nghh-I’ll mark you tonight and you’ll be-hahhh-my mate forever.”

You barely register his words and their meaning when he completely thrusts his cock into you, his hips slapping harshly on your ass. Taking a moment to enjoy how your pussy was already trying to milk him dry, so tight, wet, and inviting. He moved his head down so his lips went on your pulse point on your neck, angling his hips back slowly, starting a slow thrust. Each time his cock fully went in, it made you choke on air from how it was completely filling you up. You barely had time to adjust to his length before Ace went at a faster pace.

Any inhabitants of the forest were subjected to listening to the lewd sounds of your moans, the slapping of skin on skin, and Ace’s deep growls and grunts. Your cute moans soon turned into a scream as Ace bit down on your neck, marking you and drawing blood, his hand clawing at the front of your shirt, ripping that apart as so he could grope at your chest. The stinging pain combined with the overwhelming pleasure made your brain short-circuit. Another orgasm was building up, as Ace let go of your neck and lapped up the blood, feeling you get even tighter, he started going faster.

“That’s it, Little Red. So fucking tight, I’m gonna breed this tight pussy. Hahhhh. You’re gonna look so good filled up with my pups.”

Wait, does that mean he was going to cum inside of you?! You tried to stop him but all that fell from your lips with a soft whimper, with a particularly hard thrust, you came once more, on his cock this time. Ace let your pussy squeeze him for all he’s worth, releasing his cum inside of you. The hot seed covered your walls and spilled out, Ace let out a tender whine, feeling his cock almost empty from this. But he wasn't done yet; no, he needed to make sure that you were going to take everything tonight.

He gradually pulls out his cock, whining at the loss of heat but quickly works as he flips you on your back. Now you were facing him for the first time since you entered the woods. The feral look in Ace’s eyes made him seem like an entirely different person. He almost seemed a lot bigger than before. There was no time to think about that though, as he rammed his cock back inside you, causing more of his cum to spill out, but that’s ok, he was gonna fill up you again and again.

He folded your legs to your chest so he could hit at the right angles and made sure your pussy could hold all she could. Plap after plap of his hips hitting against yours, your body was just a toy for Ace to breed and use at this point, but he was anything but a selfish lover, gently rubbing at your swollen clit with the pad of his thumb, being extra careful not to use his claw. Giving you heated kisses on the side of your neck and praising you with every breath you take. You quickly came again, the sheer feeling of being overpowered like this, you were his now. No question about it, that what your mind told you at least, giving up and letting Ace do what he wants with your body.

“Hahhh-Fuck-Take it, take it all, Little Red.”

“I’ll take good care of you, you’ll be the perfect mate for me, our puppies-nghhh-are going to look so fu-fuckin cute, I swear.”

“Mine…mine….Mine…!”

Letting the pleasure overtake you, as he cream inside your pussy once more, this time he didn’t stop fucking you, the spillage of your own arosual and his cum made the squelching noise all the much louder. His cum overflowed onto your thighs, you were sure at this point that your pussy couldn’t hold that much anymore but Ace was determined to change that fact. Fucking into you deeper and deeper with every orgasm, you were stuck in this position… and did I forget to mention, that a fullmoon was happening tonight as well? Looks like you’re in for a long night.

#ace x reader #ace smut #one piece smut #one piece x reader #softy write #softy kinktober #tw noncon #₍ᐢ. ̫.ᐢ₎ softy writes #kinktober 2023

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Hi ma'am, what environment works best for you to work in? Like time of day or specific place?

Hi and hello dear Anon, thanks for getting in touch with your question - I hope you're well! 🤗 Since your question might be interesting for everyone, I've taken some time to answer in depth. I hope it's useful for y'all!

🔽How I work best as a full-time artist🔽

Time/Schedule

I personally work best early in the day when my concentration and energy is at its highest.

Since I am prone to either ALWAYS work/draw or be exhausted from rushing myself, a good schedule is vital! Currently, I am in the process of figuring out a new, much more flexible schedule for myself, where certain days of the week are reserved for tasks with some flex days to switch things around if needed.

I like to start with admin tasks, which I find difficult, and work my way down until I can "just draw", which I find easiest.

Workplace/Set-Up

I work with a PC and drawing tablet set-up, so I am bound to my desk workplace-wise, but I would love to upgrade with a portable tablet so I can draw out in nature or in society.

I've surrounded my desk with things that inspire me: Plants, postcards, trinkets, you name it. This keeps my brain fresh and oftentimes gives me a boost to keep drawing.

My monitors are positioned high enough that I can see them well while sitting upright. Good posture is vital if you spend a lot of time working!

I now have my big Huion Kamvas tablet that has a display, so I need to remind myself to not be crouched over it all the time. I also pull up the artwork on my further-away monitor to check the overall composition and/or values, instead of drowning in details!

Health While Working

While drawing, music, documentaries or Let's Plays are vital to keep the overthinking at bay and to keep me in the flow!

WATER!! I can't stress enough how important it is to drink. Enough. Water. If I don't, that results in brain fog and art is no.

Sometimes I need to rest my eyes on something else than my WIP art - I usually keep my desktop wallpaper something calming and almost neutral (like a mist-covered lake or a mountain ridge) and just stare at it for a few moments.

I am mindful of my breaks, especially when drawing! I use a pomodoro timer to know when it's time for stretching my hands and for water breaks.

Snack breaks are also a good thing - I definitely recommend fruit (because of course!), nuts and dark chocolate. They help me stay energized without making me drowsy.

Process

I keep a very detailed To Do list to keep myself motivated and also to know where exactly in the art/project process I am. My brain can either be in admin mode or creative mode, not both.

If I feel blocked either artistically or energy wise, I try to do some personal sketches for at least ten minutes.

If I absolutely can't motivate myself to draw (due to energy levels or whatever reason), I honor that and see if I want to do something else, like learning Blender, learning more about the business side of the artist life - or maybe just take a breather and let myself be a human bean.

Some days, I like the challenge of sketching a new idea, some days I prefer the cozy and less creative task of doing outlines and shading of existing sketches. I now try to let myself do what I gravitate towards more and it pays off with me not feeling overwhelmed as easily. It's about just doing what you can most of the time.

When I'm done with a piece of artwork, I try my darndest to be very supportive and proud of myself. I take a longer break and return to look at the finished artwork, trying to name my favorite thing about it as well as something I can see needs more work.

Something I don't do YET but will do: Keeping a document with all the positive comments I receive. I think validation and acknowledgement are things that humans almost always enjoy and keeping a record of praise around is sure to motivate me at least a little.

And that's that! If any of you read to this point: Thank you very much, I hope you found my list useful! If you have any tips or tricks regarding drawing, staying motivated and in general doing a hecking survive as an arting individual, why not drop it in the comments for all to benefit from? Stay healthy and stay happy! Much love! 😊

#classyfruit art #classyfruit #digital artist #lgbtq artist #female artists #classyfruitbasket #just chatting #asks open #anon ask #ask me anything #art chat

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definitely a less eventful week than the last, but still some interesting songs dropped. one of these songs is one of my favorites of the year!!!

to see last week's post, click here!!! also feel free to follow me on rate your music and twitter <3

"SIN MIEDO" - JPEGMAFIA

◇ released: July 15, 2024 ◇ genres: experimental hip hop, hardcore hip hop, rap rock

For the last JPEGMAFIA single, I wrote a long-winded diatribe about how irritated I was with his ongoing antics - I don't feel like doing that for "SIN MIEDO" too. I'm not absolutely in love with this track, but there are some good ideas here. For one, the beat is unreal. He sits comfortably in the upper echelon of experimental hip hop producers. I'm not crazy about Peggy's lyricism on these new singles though, it just feels way too generic for him. Like he's playing into his hallmarks rather than pushing himself further. Anyway, I do like this song! It seems like there's a new album of his on the way so maybe these songs will hit harder in the grand scheme of things, but for now they're just decent.

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"HOODLUMZ" - Denzel Curry feat. PlayThatBoiZay & A$AP Rocky

◇ released: July 16, 2024 ◇ featured on King of the Mischievous South Vol. 2 ◇ genres: trap, southern hip hop

Denzel Curry's new album drops this week and this single "HOODLUMZ" dropped a few days prior. This is another solid cut. Curry seems to be getting back in touch with his roots on this project and he sounds reinvigorated. Not that he ever "fell off" per say, but he just sounds so energized here. PlayThatBoiZay and A$AP Rocky also offer good verses here. Looking forward to listening to and reviewing the full album!

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"I Am Dog Now" - Chat Pile

◇ released: July 16, 2024 ◇ featured on Cool World (not yet released) ◇ genres: noise rock, sludge metal

After bursting onto the scene with their 2022 album God's Country, The Flenser's Chat Pile are gearing up for the follow-up. "I Am Dog Now" is the lead single for their new album Cool World releasing this October. The pieces from the last album are all hear, but everything sounds more claustrophobic. There were moments on God's Country you could seek shelter from, but "I Am Dog Now" offers no such respite. It cranks up the intensity a lot, it's really cool. I'm curious to hear if that's the case for the rest of the album. This is a good single and I'm really looking forward to this new record.

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"Satellite Business 2.0" - Sampha feat. Little Simz

🥇 BEST SONG OF THE MONTH

◇ released: July 16, 2024 ◇ genres: alternative r&b, UK hip hop, neo-soul

Oh, boy. Sampha's masterful sophomore album Lahai was one of my favorite albums from last year and it's only grown on me ever since. Hearing he was going to be releasing this new version of the 1-and-a-half minute "Satellite Business" with Little Simz got me incredibly excited. This is as great as I thought it would be, perhaps even greater. Two of the brightest artists of today firing on all cylinders together. For starters, the production here is immaculate, it sounds otherworldly. Sampha's verses have this funky-ness to them, they just have a strong groove. This isn't one of the Sampha songs you sink into and relax to, this is a banger. The verse from Simz is incredible too, further proof that she's one of the most unique rappers currently active. This is amazing. Please go out of your way to listen to "Satellite Business 2.0." One of the best songs you will hear all year, trust me.

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"In the Night" - Childish Gambino feat. Jorja Smith & Amaaerae

◇ released: July 16, 2024 ◇ featured on Bando Stone & the New World ◇ genres: alternative r&b, alté

The second single for the final Childish Gambino album that drops this week is drastically different than the previous. "In the Night" goes in a more R&B and alté direction which is pleasant, but it never reaches a second gear. Jorja Smith and Amaaerae give the song some extra depth though. I'm curious to hear how many different directions the album goes in and if it'll come together in a coherent way - I'm also curious about the accompanying film itself for that matter. These two tastes we've gotten from Bando Stone & the New World are cool, but nothing extraordinary. By the time this post comes out, I will have probably already formed an opinion on the actual album itself so ... I guess we will see!!!

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"Brush Pile" - Diary

◇ released: July 16, 2024 ◇ featured on Speedboat (not yet released) ◇ genre: indie rock

I came upon this single randomly, I had never heard of Diary before, but "Brush Pile" rocks. Just a confident, sort of throwback indie rock cut that harkens back to the lackadaisical vibe of early 90s Sonic Youth - just significantly less noise rock. Their influences are evident and, while this song is very good, I'm hoping the band can carve out their own sound beyond that. Regardless, Diary seem to have all the right tools and I'll definitely be sure to give their upcoming EP Speedboat a listen.

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"Detective Alice" - Alice Longyu Gao

◇ released: July 17, 2024 ◇ genres: trip hop, pop rap

I was first introduced to Alice Longyu Gao through her abrasive Let's Hope Heteros Fail, Learn, and Retire EP from last year. It was certainly a unique project, but I never found myself revisiting it too much. "Detective Alice" has her popping up on my radar once again and this is fun! Gao sings about using Instagram as a dating app and spying on people's exes. It's tongue in cheek, I do wish it had a bit more substance though.

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"that's what time does" - Oso Oso

◇ released: July 18, 2024 ◇ featured on Life Till Bones (not yet released) ◇ genre: indie rock

New York indie rockers Oso Oso are back with a new album dropping in a few weeks which I was totally unaware of. In high school, I really liked Basking in the Glow for like the span of two weeks or so. It was just what I needed for that time! I just lost track of them since then, but this new single "that's what time does" is a solid track. Their music sounds brighter than I remember, there's a shimmer to it. I'll definitely be sure to check out Life Till Bones, I'll try not to lose track of you next time!

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"Lets Get On Dey Ass" - Lil Yachty

◇ released: July 19, 2024 ◇ genre: trap

Lukewarm off of a middling collab album with James Blake last month, Lil Yachty has returned to old stomping grounds with a trap song - a genre he has talked condescendingly towards ever since his psychedelic rock record Let's Start Here. from early last year. The single's cover art harkens back to some vague 90s rap aesthetics, but the song is nothing like that. This is just Yachty doing trap again, it just kinda rolls along leaving no lasting impression. Made even worse by his aforementioned dismissal of the genre he made a name for himself in. Total snoozer, but I guess it isn't offensively bad.

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"15 MINUTES" - Madison Beer

◇ released: July 19, 2024 ◇ genres: dance pop, slap house

My interactions with Madison Beer's music have been brief outside of checking out her album Life Support back in 2021. I was pretty unimpressed by that album, but "15 MINUTES" kind of impressed me. Mainly due to its transfixing production. It puts in a trance almost. Beer's presence is understated, but not bad. Definitely wish she could've brought a bit more, but this is a solid track. Not enough to get me stoked for a future Madison Beer project, but she's on the right track.

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"into place" - Midrift

◇ released: July 19, 2024 ◇ genre: shoegaze

Midrift is a band of teenagers from California making some pretty decent shoegaze tunes. They've been at this for a couple years, and while I haven't ventured through their other work, it definitely sounds like they've grown confident in this sound. If you're in the mood for some no-frills shoegaze, give "into place" a quick listen. The future seems bright for them - which seems ironic because shoegaze is a bit of a dour genre, but still.

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"Work It Out" - Joe Jonas

◇ released: July 19, 2024 ◇ featured on Music For People Who Believe In Love (not yet released) ◇ genre: pop rock, new wave

Joe Jonas is embarking on his second big solo run with this unremarkable, sanitized brand of pop rock. It's not bad, it just isn't particularly exciting either. I mean ... it's Joe Jonas - I wasn't expecting this to be great. After hearing "Cake By The Ocean" and that one big Jonas Brothers hit from a few years ago literally everywhere, I was expecting something way worse so maybe it's good that this is just bland rather than irritating!

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"Alexander" | "Guitar Song" - Rex Orange County

◇ released: July 19, 2024 ◇ featured on The Alexander Technique (not yet released) ◇ genre: bedroom pop, indie pop

Besides being taken to courts on six counts of sexual assault - in which he was seemingly found innocent - Rex Orange County has had a relatively uneventful last couple of years. I remember around the big Flower Boy boom of the late 2010s it seemed like he was the next big thing. Hell, I used to love his music to death - but then I grew up. Every project I've heard of his since has lead me to one conclusion; I've grown up, but he hasn't. That remains true on these two new singles, the leads to his upcoming album The Alexander Technique. Mopey bedroom pop that's overly earnest and exhausting to my ears now. I don't know, I think I'm just past this. I do think there are some cool parts in the arrangement for "Guitar Song," like the instrumental break for example, but it's not enough to make it super compelling. Can't say I'm too excited about this new record.

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Well well well, if it isn't Toronto's very own. Drake is a rapper and R&B artist who has been around for over a decade now and the effect he has had on his fans and the industry has been impeccable. Starting off his career with R&B albums and singles, his euphonious voice and engaging writing skills had put him on the radar. His name was brought up in several conversations with artists who were next up. Especially with his third studio album which topped the American and Global charts through the roof in 2011. I was around the age of 5 when this album came out so I don't have much memory of how it played out at the time but I remember the song headlines being played all the time on the radio in my mom's car. At the time it was one of my favourite songs as the upbeat rhythm and the confident flow that Drake had on the song energized me as a kid.

Now I am in grade 12 and on my way to graduate high school. This album speaks to me on a different level now as I have further advanced knowledge of music than I would have at the age of 5. The album is composed of 19 songs which is a lot for an album but to no surprise, Drake did it again and made an album that would go down in history. Every song on this album is written with 100% effort and if anyone were to tell me that is not true they should check their eyes. Starting off the album you have Beauftiul opener where Drake talks about his music career and how he has had success but has a desire for more. A very inspiring song for those who aspire to be as big as Drake and achieve greater accomplishments. A couple of songs on the album that are my personal favourites as it's so hard to choose one song are Marvin Room, Cameras/Good Ones Go Interlude, Doing It Wrong, The Real Her, Look What You've done, Practice and The Ride. Each one of these songs has me and others on a roller coaster of emotions as speaks on topics about heartbreak and the loss of a significant other. Anyone who is going through a breakup knows that this album has the perfect mood to be listening to if you going through hard times.

Another reason for its immense success was the list of features that were displayed on the album. At the time he had artists like Rihanna, Lil Wayne, Andre 3000, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj, and future hip hop and rap stars like The Weeknd, and Kendrick Lamar who all put their best effort into this album as well. The chemistry that was brought upon by Drake and these artists showed how he took his time with his craft and gave fans like me the perfect piece of music that we could ask for. The harmonious vocals of The Weeknd and Rihanna mixed in with Drake's vocals set me back and put me in awe of how amazing it sounded. The flawless bars that were rapped by Nicki, Wayne, Ross, Andre and Kendrick showed me true rap sounds as nowadays there is a large number of mumble rappers.

Even with the many spontaneous albums that Drake has released in his career, none have topped Take Care as it still stands as one of his best albums and my personal favourite. I will always go back and listen to old Drake as it just never gets old. 12 years later he is set to release his new album "For All the dogs" this Friday. Will it surpass Take Care as my favourite Drake album, that will be a topic of conversation soon to come.

#drizzy drake

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DANCE: Sextile - “New York”

Sextile got us moving here at AudioFuzz today with their extra fuzzy single “New York.” The housey, dance track is just what you need to get motivated on this stormy afternoon in New York. The video gives us all the feels and more. What do you think? Read More: Since 2015, Sextile has cemented their place at the intersection of coldwave and post-punk. After slowly rolling out three energetic singles – “Contortion”, “Modern Weekend”, and “Crassy Mel”. Today, the Los Angeles trio has announced the new LP PUSH, out September 15th, and their signing to Sacred Bones. Today, they've shared the song “New York,” which opens with frosty synth tones that give way to a house-y drum machine groove and distorted, elastic bassline. “We’re tough out here but the love goes crazy,” singer Mel Scaduto repeats, paying homage to the warm steeliness of her birthplace. It’s accompanied by a boisterous video, directed by Jim Larson, and which features Mel having a lively time while bouncing between Big Apple landmarks. Sextile’s work has always lingered near the moody outer limits of the dancefloor. But “New York” douses the act’s knack for propulsion in a hyper, neon glow—as energized as the city from which it takes its name. On the track, Sextile offers: "Written as a dedication to my former home and birthplace. Cause New Yorkers are really tough, but their love goes crazy" - Mel Since emerging in 2015, Sextile have been a party-provoking force on the LA underground, capable of kicking up a riot with the raw-edged squall of a synth or the sharp-elbowed jerk of a guitar. Originally formed by Brady Keehn and Melissa Scaduto after the pair relocated from New York to LA, Sextile released their debut album A Thousand Hands in 2015, with its Grand Canyon-sized echoes, haunted screams, and post-punk invocations, before pushing synths further down the front with 2017 effort Albeit Living. Sextile’s taste for electronics matured on the throbbing EBM-meets-industrial pick-me-up of 2018’s 3 EP, cut from an analogue stash that included their trusted Korg MS-10 and LinnDrum, but the band put things on ice shortly after its release. Sextile guitarist, synth player, and original member Eddie Wuebben, who joined Sextile in 2015, tragically passed away in October 2019. Cameron Michel later re-joined on guitar and synths. Separately, they each turned their focus to other projects, with Scaduto on S. Product, Keehn on Panther Modern, and Michel as a visual artist. In 2022, the group reconnected and dropped their first new material in three years via the split single “Modern Weekend / Contortion” and “Crassy Mel”. Now they return refreshed, renewed, and ready to rage with a serotonin-boosting new album, a new group dynamic, faster BPMs, and an even wilder new direction. Recorded in Yucca Valley, Push bounces and bops at the fringes of hardcore dance music, with the hallmarks of drum & bass, gabber and trance illuminating the record like glowsticks at a ‘90s Fantazia rave. Both Scaduto and Keehn have been busying themselves with more dancing and DJ gigs, and this fun flurry of activity has in turn fuelled the band’s sonic refit. “We talked about how one of the criteria for these songs is ‘Would I be able to actually dance to it?’ I don’t think we’ve ever set that criteria before. We wanted to have a record that is just full of dance songs.” “Contortion” introduces the album with shadowy vocals from Keehn and a ‘00s-ready twist of dirty electro bass, setting the tone for the dance-punk rave-up that unfolds across 11 attention-grabbing tracks. Push was inspired by the kind of pleasure-seeking music fans whose social calendar comprises both the punk show and the rave. Josh Wink, Screamadelica, Iggy Pop, Goldie, and early XL Recordings, have all been name-checked as influences on Push, and the dance-floor remains a constant presence. Repping their place of origin, "New York" brings these musical touchstones off the page, guiding the album like an acid-soaked lodestar with its grinning nod to "Higher State of Consciousness" and a whirlygig of music-box synths. More abstractly, perhaps, is how the influence of everyday sound seeps into the music. The electrical hum of traffic lights and that electrical box you pass by on the sidewalk become tones that either drive a rhythm or emotion while searing beeps recall the forklift at Michel’s warehouse. “Modern Weekend”—which also gives a shout-out to Iggy Pop (“the original bad boy”)—samples Michel’s particularly busy street, where the whoosh of cars tearing down the highway sounds like the ocean. “You can hear the buses, the sound of LA; we wanted to give you this taste of LA in a soundscape,” says Keehn. Aside from the clattering metalscapes, there’s plenty of historic teen angst and biting social commentary written into the album’s vivid tapestry of misadventures. Balancing storytelling with face-melting synths that turn the tune into an acid trance character study, “No Fun” is penned from the perspective of a teenager trying to flee their town. “I’m talking about stealing your mum’s car in it, which I did at that age,” says Scaduto. A punk spirit underscores the album. The clue’s in the name with “Crassy Mel,” which partly serves as a high-energy dedication to ‘70s anarcho-punk legends Crass and partly draws inspiration from a “difficult” person known to the band. “What is your problem now?” asks Scaduto. Originally envisioned on guitar before morphing into a genre-mashing electronic knockout, the track’s headbanging heft, vocal yelping, and Prodigy-shaped breakbeats accentuate the album’s overwhelming sense of fun. Plus, the dreamy ambient wash at the end of the song is the ultimate palate-cleanser. “Lost Myself Again” is a whirlwind of drum & bass while “Crash,” which features the vocals of the band’s friend Izzy Glaudini and revolves around the MS-20, similarly locates itself in the ‘90s, bearing a line that could quite possibly sum up the whole album: “Dance away yourself”. Keehn says his lyrics are “mostly about feeling like I’m losing it or just trying to deal with life and the anxieties that come with it.” “Crash” fully invites you to shake it all off. Meanwhile, the pounding kicks of “LA DJ” form the backbone for a citrus-sharp satire on, well, LA DJs. Scaduto poured her experiences of rampant misogyny into the album’s bass-fortified closing track “Imposter,” aimed at an unnamed offender and sung through gritted teeth. For the first time on a Sextile record, Scaduto’s voice assumes a co-starring role with Keehn’s. There are still nods and “hellos” to the caustic post-punk of Sextile’s earlier work. “Plastic,” for example, shares DNA with A Thousand Hands and Albeit Living, but the track is crammed full of breaks; new territory for the band. Sextile haven’t quite relinquished their punk credentials, they’ve just given them a smiley-faced revamp. “The cool thing with electronic music is that most of the time people don’t know what they’re hearing but if it’s an inherently good song, they’ll dance anyway. That’s a really fun and ambitious thing to figure out – how to move the room no matter what,” concludes Scaduto. Read the full article

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audiofuzz · 1 year

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DANCE: Sextile - “New York”

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suvashis · 1 year

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Yoga for Beginners: At-Home Poses for a Healthy Body

Stepping onto your yoga mat for the first time can be intimidating. With poses that look both daunting and nearly impossible, it's hard to know where to start. But yoga is a wonderful form of exercise that can bring immense physical benefits to your body and mental clarity to your mind. So let's take a look at some easy yoga poses for beginners that can be done at home and will help you on your journey to a healthier body and calmer mind.

1. A Journey to Wellbeing: An Introduction to Yoga

Yoga is an ancient practice that has been used for centuries to improve physical and mental wellbeing. It’s a gentle, holistic exercise that incorporates breathing, postures, and relaxation into a daily regimen. The goal is to achieve a balanced, healthy lifestyle and bring the body, mind, and soul back into alignment. All levels of experience can benefit from taking up yoga. Whether you're just starting out or you've been practicing for years, there are endless possibilities to explore. Start with an active session focusing on strengthening and stretching the body with poses such as Hatha and Vinyasa, or try a restorative session to reduce stress and restore energy with practices like yoga Nidra and Yin. - Hatha – includes standing poses, forward bends, twists, and partner poses that build strength and flexibility. - Vinyasa – includes sun salutations, Warrior poses, and other dynamic postures that emphasize movement with breath. - Yoga Nidra – a meditative practice focusing on conscious relaxation and recharging the body with energy. - Yin – a practice that centers around floor postures designed to access the deepest tissues and restore the body's natural energy.

2. Let's Get Started: Exploring At-Home Yoga Poses

If you’re looking to start exploring the world of yoga at home, you need look no further! There are so many different poses to choose from, so why not start your journey now? Here's a few to get you started: - Downward Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana): This is one of the most popular yoga poses and can be used to increase strength, reduce stress, and energize your body. - Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana): This pose is a great one to strengthen your back, improve digestion, and build core strength. - Upward Facing Dog (Urdhva Mukha Svanasana): This pose is great for stretching your spine, chest and abdomen, as well as toning your shoulders and arms. These poses are just a start, as you can easily discover a variety of yoga poses to explore at home. With a few simple moves, and a consistent practice, you can start your journey to better health and wellbeing today.

3. Create a Refuge: Create A Home Yoga Sanctuary

The Basics Creating a home yoga sanctuary is the perfect way for busy yogis to get some me-time and pause from the hustle and bustle of life. Building a yoga room at home is ideal for consistent practice and for cultivating peace and serenity. You don't need to go all out when building your sanctuary. Start with the basics: - Choose a peaceful corner of your home - Keep your space clutter-free - Place yoga mats and props in an orderly fashion - Invest in aromatherapy or candles - Add relaxing or spiritual music to your playlist By going through this simple exercise of cleansing and organizing, you are creating a space that will condition your body and soul for practice. You can also consider adding personal touches, such as mandalas or inspiring art, to your space. These elements don't need to break the bank. Create whatever environment feels comfortable and promotes self-care.

4. An Investment in Health: Reaping the Benefits of Yoga Practice

Yoga practice has been known for millennia for its ability to bring physical and mental wellness. From gentle stretching to more intense strength training, regular yoga practice has an avalanche of health benefits and can pay off in the long run. Benefits Include: - Improves physical health: Increased flexibility, increased muscle strength, better posture, weight loss and improved respiration. - Improves mental and emotional well-being: Reduces stress, triggers the relaxation response and increases self-awareness. - Improves cardiovascular health: Increases oxygenation and circulation throughout the body, increases cardiovascular endurance and lowers blood pressure. - Promotes recovery from injuries: Yoga can help to speed up recovery by stimulating circulation and stretching the affected muscles and surrounding tissues, which can reduce pain and inflammation. Not only can yoga help to bring about a state of equilibrium and boost overall wellness, it's also a great way to invest in physical health as it's a relatively inexpensive and accessible exercise. With its low-impact nature, yoga is a safe and effective choice for all ages and fitness levels, making it a great way to reap the benefits of practice for years to come! If you've decided to start your yoga journey, don't forget to listen to your own body and work at a frequency and intensity that's comfortable for you. Be patient and consistent, and you'll be basking in the bliss and relaxation of your daily practice in no time at all. Namaste and happy yoga! Read the full article

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mykingdommusic · 2 years

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Mark this date: April 21, 2023. In that friday ETERNAL WHITE TREES will debut with their album "The Summer That Will Not Come", a piece of music that could be considered a mandatory listening for fans of the melancholic Metal and Post Rock of KATATONIA, OCTOBER TIDE, SWALLOW THE SUN and NOVEMBRE. In our journey aimed at getting to know the protagonists of this project, today we meet Andrea Tilenni (FEAR OF ETERNITY, ex SINOATH) here playing drums, synths and programming for the band.

1. Give us a short presentation of ETERNAL WHITE TREES and let us know more about the choice of this suggestive moniker.

There is something magical about “Eternal White Trees” that have stood the test of time. They have witnessed many different generations of life, seen incredible feats of bravery, and also lived through some of the worst of our moments. The serenity that these trees bring to us can be felt in the soft snow as it blankets the ground in a peaceful silence. In their ancient and wise ages, these trees continue to fill us with awe and a sense of hope for the future.

2. ETERNAL WHITE TREES represent a new name in the Italian Metal scene but the three members of the bands are part of the scene since a long time. What did you push to give shape and soul to this new creature?

The idea for our band came about in a very unusual way. We had been discussing music and our mutual love of playing instruments when one of us proposed the idea of forming a band. We all looked at each other, realizing that this could be a great way to share our talents with each other and the world. We decided to take our conversations a step further and start holding regular practices.

3. How are ETERNAL WHITE TREES different from the previous projects where you are involved?

With this new CD, we hope to make a real difference from the projects we have been involved in in the past. We are looking for new ways to innovate, grow and make a significant impact. We want to use our experience to bring new ideas and develop creative solutions that benefit music as a whole. Our goal is to increase our reach and leave a lasting imprint on the music scene around us.

4. What does it represent to you personally?

Making music is an integral part of our lives - it can bring people together and create powerful emotional connections. It's a language that transcends barriers, making it an especially meaningful form of communication. It has the power to lift spirits, energize, and soothe. Music has been around since the dawn of civilization, and is an art form that continues to evolve over time.

5. The sound of ETERNAL WHITE TREES can be represented like a bridge between old school of Gothic Metal (Novembre, October Tide) and actual vision of Post Dark Rock (Katatonia, Swallow The Sun). In which way these bands have been part of your musical pantheon?

From their early albums to their later, more mature ones, these bands have been part of our musical pantheon. When I listened to them, it was not just the sound that fascinated me, but the story behind the music-a story of innovation, passion, and growth. Whether it was nostalgia for past albums or anticipation for new releases, these bands have been with us through thick and thin, inspiring and captivating us with their unique sound.

6. "The Summer That Will Not Come" is the title of your debut album. Can you describe it in a few words?

"The Summer That Will Not Come" is a beautiful and melancholy thing, an emotion that always lingers. It reminds us of the value of time and how important it is to live each moment to the fullest. We cannot know what will happen to us in the future, but we can decide to be happy now. Take a breath and enjoy the moment, for "The Summer That Will Not Come" must be deeply appreciated.

7. Behind ETERNAL WHILE TREES: - 5 favorite bands: Katatonia, Tiamat, Bathory, Trees Of Eternity, The 3rd And The Mortal - 5 essentials albums: Katatonia "Discouraged Ones"; Tiamat "Wildhoney"; Candlemass "Tales Of Creation"; Trees Of Eternity "Hour Of The Nightingale"; The 3rd And The Mortal "Tears Laid In Earth" - 3 essentials movies: "Blade Runner"; "The Deer Hunter"; "Midnight Express" - the song you wish you had written: Tomaso Albinoni "Adagio in G Minor"

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pooma-education · 2 years

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We generally have learning outcomes in terms of content and skills. Can we have an outcome in terms of emotions?

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Emotions - Energy Motions - E Motions.

• Emotion has a substantial influence on the cognitive processes in humans, including perception, attention, learning, memory, reasoning, and problem solving.

• Emotion has a particularly strong influence on attention, especially modulating the selectivity of attention as well as motivating action and behavior. This attentional and executive control is intimately linked to learning processes, as intrinsically limited attentional capacities are better focused on relevant information.

• Emotion also facilitates encoding and helps retrieval of information efficiently.

However, the effects of emotion on learning and memory are not always univalent, as studies have reported that emotion either enhances or impairs learning and long-term memory (LTM) retention, depending on a range of factors.

Influence of education in emotions could be seen in exit behavior of a child as what he was and now what he is. That's before the class room experience and after of it.

Still we try to have some learning outcomes related to some of the emotions as follows please.

JOY is the emotion that is closest to happiness.

• Appraisal (when we feel it): we experience it when something is safe, familiar or we feel we have made progress.

You know getting that job promotion or an A on an assignment.

• Tendency (what we do when we feel it): it tends to cause us to play—you know get silly, laugh, etc.

• Outcome (what effect it has on our life): interestingly when we feel joy it promotes learning and we acquire new skills.

GRATITUDE happens when we add to joy that someone went out of their way to help us.

• Appraisal: we tend to feel it when we recognize that someone has done something kind for us. I often feel gratitude for the care shown by many Quorans for me.

• Tendency: gratitude inspires us to give it back to others.

• Outcome: it has the effect of creating social bonds and increases our skills for loving.

SERENITY comes from the Latin word serenus which means "calm, peaceful"

• Appraisal: we feel it when we feel safe, certain, and in addition a low effort situation.

It is something I feel when I listen to pretty music and pat my dog.

• Tendency: it promotes savouring & integrating. There is not a lot of behavioural action, it is more of a quiet mindful experience.

• Outcome: In this state people are growth oriented and make modification to their self & world-views.

INTEREST is the need to explore and learn.

• Appraisal: it occurs when we feel safe in a new or mysterious circumstance.

• Tendency: it causes us to explore and find answers. Quora is very much geared toward promoting the emotion interest.

• Outcome: gain knowledge and energy as it is an energizing emotion.

HOPE is not too far from despair, but it prevents us from going down that rabbit hole. Learned helpless removes all hope, which is what makes it so damaging.

• Appraisal: hope happens when we fear for the worst but yearn for better.

• Tendency: it causes us to create and be inventive to find solutions.

• Outcome: hope increases our resilience to challenging things.

PRIDE happens when we feel deep pleasure or satisfaction as an outcome of our achievements.

• Appraisal: it occurs when we accomplish a socially valued achievement.

I think that is why people in social media look for their niches, and can end up feeling proud of their what they discern their neurology to be. I have found that as we recognize our strengths we tend to feel pride in who we are.

• Tendency: it allows us to dream big

• Outcome: and it motivates us to accomplish further achievements.

AMUSEMENT is a state that occurs when you find something funny.

• Appraisal: it occurs when we something non-serious that causes laughter or provides entertainment.

• Tendency: it causes us to share laughter and promotes insights.

• Outcome: it helps us build friendship and inspires creativity.

AWE is a feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder.

• Appraisal: it occurs when we see the vastness of mountains an amazing sunset and we become overwhelmed by greatness.

• Tendency: it allows us to accomodate the new and wondrous things.

• Outcome: we let go of being egocentric and instead see our self as large part of the whole.

LOVE is a feeling of deep affection for another.

• Appraisal: it occurs when we have positive emotions in a connection with another.

• Tendency: it allows us to play, explore, dream…

• Outcome: and it has many positive outcomes including promoting health, trust, bonds, community, health.

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Appraisal: Dr Tarun : Wow, what a detailed description of all. Like a story teller changes story to bring different emotions. Similarly, how can we design the instructions dynamically to trigger different emotions?

உள்ளடக்கம் மற்றும் திறன்களின் அடிப்படையில் நாங்கள் பொதுவாக கற்றல் விளைவுகளைக் கொண்டுள்ளோம். உணர்ச்சிகளின் அடிப்படையில் நாம் ஒரு முடிவைப் பெற முடியுமா?

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உணர்ச்சிகள் - ஆற்றல் இயக்கங்கள் - மின் இயக்கங்கள்.

• உணர்வு, உணர்வு, கவனம், கற்றல், நினைவாற்றல், பகுத்தறிவு மற்றும் சிக்கலைத் தீர்ப்பது உட்பட, மனிதர்களின் அறிவாற்றல் செயல்முறைகளில் கணிசமான தாக்கத்தை ஏற்படுத்துகிறது.

• உணர்ச்சியானது கவனத்தின் மீது குறிப்பாக வலுவான தாக்கத்தை ஏற்படுத்துகிறது, குறிப்பாக கவனத்தைத் தேர்ந்தெடுப்பதை மாற்றியமைக்கிறது, அத்துடன் செயல் மற்றும் நடத்தையை ஊக்குவிக்கிறது. இந்த கவனம் மற்றும் நிர்வாகக் கட்டுப்பாடு கற்றல் செயல்முறைகளுடன் நெருக்கமாக இணைக்கப்பட்டுள்ளது, ஏனெனில் உள்ளார்ந்த வரையறுக்கப்பட்ட கவனம் திறன்கள் தொடர்புடைய தகவல்களில் சிறப்பாக கவனம் செலுத்துகின்றன.

• உணர்ச்சி குறியாக்கத்தை எளிதாக்குகிறது மற்றும் தகவலை திறமைய��க மீட்டெடுக்க உதவுகிறது.

இருப்பினும், கற்றல் மற்றும் நினைவாற்றலில் உணர்ச்சிகளின் விளைவுகள் எப்போதும் சீரற்றதாக இருக்காது, ஏனெனில் உணர்ச்சிகள் கற்றல் மற்றும் நீண்டகால நினைவாற்றல் (LTM) தக்கவைப்பை மேம்படுத்துகிறது அல்லது பலவீனப்படுத்துகிறது என்று ஆய்வுகள் தெரிவிக்கின்றன.

உணர்ச்சிகளில் கல்வியின் செல்வாக்கு ஒரு குழந்தை என்னவாக இருந்தாரோ, இப்போது என்னவாக இருக்கிறாரோ அது போன்ற நடத்தையில் வெளிப்படும். அது வகுப்பறை அனுபவத்திற்கு முன்பும் அதன் பின்பும்.

இன்னும் சில உணர்ச்சிகள் தொடர்பான சில கற்றல் விளைவுகளைப் பெற முயற்சிக்கிறோம்.

மகிழ்ச்சி என்பது மனதிற்க்கு மிக நெருக்கமான உணர்ச்சி.

• மதிப்பீடு (நாம் உணரும் போது): ஏதாவது பாதுகாப்பாக, பரிச்சயமானதாக இருக்கும்போது அல்லது நாம் முன்னேறிவிட்டதாக உணர்கிறோம்.

அந்த வேலை உயர்வு அல்லது ஒரு பணியில் A பெறுவது உங்களுக்குத் தெரியும்.

• போக்கு (நாம் உணரும்போது நாம் என்ன செய்வோம்): அது நம்மை விளையாடச் செய்கிறது—உங்களுக்குத் தெரியும் முட்டாள்தனமாக, சிரிக்க, முதலியன.

• விளைவு (அது நம் வாழ்க்கையில் என்ன தாக்கத்தை ஏற்படுத்துகிறது): சுவாரஸ்யமாக நாம் மகிழ்ச்சியை உணரும்போது அது கற்றலை ஊக்குவிக்கிறது மற்றும் புதிய திறன்களைப் பெறுகிறோம்.

யாரோ ஒருவர் நமக்கு உதவ முன்வந்தார் என்ற மகிழ்ச்சியை நாம் சேர்க்கும்போது நன்றியுணர்வு ஏற்படுகிறது.

• மதிப்பீடு: யாரோ ஒருவர் நமக்காக ஏதாவது செய்திருப்பதை நாம் உணரும்போது அதை உணர முனைகிறோம். பல குரான்கள் என் மீது காட்டும் அக்கறைக்கு நான் அடிக்கடி நன்றியுணர்வுடன் உணர்கிறேன்.

• போக்கு: நன்றியுணர்வு அதை மற்றவர்களுக்குத் திரும்பக் கொடுக்க நம்மைத் தூண்டுகிறது.

• விளைவு: இது சமூகப் பிணைப்புகளை உருவாக்கும் விளைவைக் கொண்டிருக்கிறது மற்றும் நம் அன்பு திறன்களை அதிகரிக்கிறது.

செரினிட்டி என்பது லத்தீன் வார்த்தையான செரினஸிலிருந்து வந்தது, அதாவது "அமைதியான"

• மதிப்பீடு: நாம் பாதுகாப்பாகவும், உறுதியாகவும், மேலும் குறைந்த முயற்சியின் சூழ்நிலையிலும் உணரும்போது அதை உணர்கிறோம்.

நான் அழகான இசையைக் கேட்கும்போதும், என் நாயைத் தட்டும்போதும் நான் உணர்கிறேன்.

• போக்கு: இது சுவைத்தல் மற்றும் ஒருங்கிணைப்பதை ஊக்குவிக்கிறது. நிறைய நடத்தை நடவடிக்கை இல்லை, இது ஒரு அமைதியான நினைவாற்றல் அனுபவம்.

• விளைவு: இந்த நிலையில் மக்கள் வளர்ச்சி சார்ந்து தங்கள் சுய மற்றும் உலகக் கண்ணோட்டங்களை மாற்றியமைக்கிறார்கள்.

ஆர்வம் என்பது ஆராய்ந்து கற்க வேண்டிய அவசியம்.

• மதிப்பீடு: ஒரு புதிய அல்லது மர்மமான சூழ்நிலையில் நாம் பாதுகாப்பாக உணரும்போது இது நிகழ்கிறது.

• போக்கு: இது நம்மை ஆராய்ந்து பதில்களைக் கண்டறிய வைக்கிறது. Quora உணர்ச்சி ஆர்வத்தை ஊக்குவிப்பதில் மிகவும் உதவுகிறது.

• விளைவு: இது ஒரு உற்சாகமான உணர்ச்சியாக இருப்பதால் அறிவையும் ஆற்றலையும் பெறுங்கள்.

நம்பிக்கை விரக்தியிலிருந்து வெகு தொலைவில் இல்லை, ஆனால் அது அந்த முயல் குழியில் இறங்குவதைத் தடுக்கிறது. கற்ற உதவியற்றது எல்லா நம்பிக்கையையும் நீக்குகிறது, அதுவே அதை மிகவும் சேதப்படுத்துகிறது.

• மதிப்பீடு: நாம் மோசமானதைக் கண்டு அஞ்சும்போது நம்பிக்கை ஏற்படுகிறது, ஆனால் நல்லதுக்காக ஏங்குகிறது.

• போக்கு: இது நம்மை உருவாக்கி, தீர்வுகளை கண்டுபிடிப்பதற்கு நம்மை தூண்டுகிறது.

• விளைவு: நம்பிக்கையானது சவாலான விஷயங்களுக்கு நம் பின்னடைவை அதிகரிக்கிறது.

நமது சாதனைகளின் விளைவாக ஆழ்ந்த இன்பம் அல்லது திருப்தியை உணரும்போது பெருமை ஏற்படுகிறது.

• மதிப்பீடு: சமூக மதிப்புமிக்க சாதனையை நாம் அடையும்போது அது நிகழ்கிறது.

அதனால்தான் சமூக ஊடகங்களில் உள்ளவர்கள் தங்களுடைய முக்கிய இடங்களைத் தேடுகிறார்கள், மேலும் அவர்கள் தங்கள் நரம்பியல் என்னவாக இருக்கிறார்கள் என்பதைப் பற்றி பெருமிதம் கொள்ள முடியும் என்று நான் நினைக்கிறேன். நமது பலத்தை நாம் அங்கீகரிக்கும் போது, நாம் யார் என்பதில் பெருமிதம் கொள்கிறோம் என்பதை நான் கண்டேன்.

• போக்கு: அது நம்மை பெரிய கனவு காண அனுமதிக்கிறது

• விளைவு: மேலும் இது மேலும் சாதனைகளைச் செய்ய நம்மைத் தூண்டுகிறது.

கேளிக்கை என்பது வேடிக்கையான ஒன்றைக் கண்டால் ஏற்படும் நிலை.

• மதிப்பீடு: சிரிப்பை உண்டாக்கும் அல்லது பொழுதுபோக்கை அளிக்கும் நாம் தீவிரமில்லாத ஒன்று நிகழ்கிறது.

• போக்கு: இது நம்மை சிரிப்பைப் பகிர்ந்து கொள்ளச் செய்கிறது மற்றும் நுண்ணறிவுகளை ஊக்குவிக்கிறது.

• விளைவு: இது நட்பை வளர்க்க உதவுகிறது மற்றும் படைப்பாற்றலை ஊக்குவிக்கிறது.

AWE என்பது பயம் அல்லது ஆச்சரியத்துடன் கலந்த மரியாதைக்குரிய மரியாதை உணர்வு.

• மதிப்பீடு: மலைகளின் பிரம்மாண்டமான சூரிய அஸ்தமனத்தைப் பார்க்கும்போது அது நிகழ்கிறது, மேலும் நாம் மகத்துவத்தால் மூழ்கிவிடுகிறோம்.

• போக்கு: இது புதிய மற்றும் அற்புதமான விஷயங்களை இடமளிக்க அனுமதிக்கிறது.

• விளைவு: நாம் தன்முனைப்புடன் இருப்பதை விட்டுவிடுகிறோம், அதற்குப் பதிலாக நம் சுயத்தை ஒட்டுமொத்தமாகப் பார்க்கிறோம்.

அன்பு என்பது மற்றொருவரின் மீதுள்ள ஆழ்ந்த பாசத்தின் உணர்வு.

• மதிப்பீடு: நாம் மற்றவருடன் தொடர்பில் நேர்மறையான உணர்ச்சிகளைக் கொண்டிருக்கும் போது இது நிகழ்கிறது.

• போக்கு: இது நம்மை விளையாட, ஆராய, கனவு காண அனுமதிக்கிறது...

• விளைவு: மேலும் இது ஆரோக்கியம், நம்பிக்கை, பத்திரங்கள், சமூகம், ஆரோக்கியத்தை மேம்படுத்துதல் உள்ளிட்ட பல நேர்மறையான விளைவுகளைக் கொண்டுள்ளது.

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மதிப்பீடு: டாக்டர் தருண்: ஆஹா, எல்லாவற்றையும் பற்றிய விரிவான விளக்கம். ஒரு கதை சொல்பவரைப் போல வெவ்வேறு உணர்ச்சிகளைக் கொண்டு கதையை மாற்றுகிறார். இதேபோல், வெவ்வேறு உணர்ச்சிகளைத் தூண்டும் வகையில் எவ்வாறு வழிமுறைகளை மாறும் வகையில் வடிவமைக்க முடியும்?

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packedwithpackards · 2 years

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Continuing the story of Plainfield, a "small hill town" in the Berkshire Highlands

Courtesy of the Facebook page of The Old Brick Store in Plainfield. It is captioned on Facebook as: "This may be the oldest picture of the Brick Store. Note that the porch is not there and the windows are 12 over 12 and 15 over 15. The sign in the front refers to the scales that were used to weigh wagon loads of goods. You can also see two openings: the basement window on the right and the entrance to the cellar on the left. Through the door in the barn you would have found the outhouse for the place. I'm guessing this picture was taken c.1870."

After writing my last post, I looked a little more about Plainfield. What I found further amazed me. For one, the Shaw Memorial Library, within Plainfield I found that while it serves a small number of residents, its collection size is over 13,000 volumes and has an annual circulation of more than 7,000! That's not all. I found the websites of a " well-maintained horse boarding facility" in the Plainfield area, called Back Acres Farm, a volunteer church group called Concerts at 7 which "sponsors a summer series of classical music concerts" and a farm which raises "rare heritage breed pigs and cattle on rotating pastures" and a mention of "Ed Stockman's Summit Farm in Plainfield, MA." This is no surprise based on the geographic location of Plainfield in Western Massachusetts, part of the "Hidden Hills":

Plainfield is where the Hidden Hills touch the Berkshires proper. The village sits at the base of West Mountain, with Mt. Greylock towering beyond it to the west. The meeting of the Deerfield and Westfield Rivers serve to give the place a cool and refreshing feel, particularly in the autumn and spring seasons. The 1953 National Book Award winner Ralph Ellison made Plainfield his home, until the novelist's house tragically burned down in 1967. The author claimed that the fire destroyed 300 pages from his follow-up novel to the successful Invisible Man, which was never published in his lifetime.

Interestingly, I know that Ellison wrote Tom Packard, a son of Cyrus Winfield Packard and Clementina Cheney, since Tom was one of the founders of the Plainfield Historical Society and a well-known local personality!

One website writing about Plainfield proves the assertions by Bob Mills in The Packard/Mills Family History about maple sugar trees:

The town of Plainfield, Massachusetts was first settled in 1770. Plainfield is a small hill town in the scenic Berkshire Highlands with 589 residents. This may sound small, but keep in mind that over the past 20 years this little town’s population has doubled. Began as an agricultural community, it now is home to a wider range of people than in the early years, including farmers and trades people, writers and artists, singers and musicians, loggers and welders, teachers and students, builders and homemakers. The landscape in Plainfield is a mix of high sweeping fields and mixed hardwood forests. In abundance are moose, bear, deer and the usual New England wildlife. It’s safe to say that the maple trees in Plainfield far outnumber the residents, and the Fournier Sugarhouse operation has set about 1,500 taps in the trees on and around our location on South Central. There are about two miles of tubing running the sap to the holding tanks along with 300 buckets. We are a little concerned that the moose that seem to frequent our land may end up wandering into our tap lines, but we are hopeful that Wally, our Beagle, will dissuade the moose from coming too close. Many of the trees we tap are more than 200 years old. All in all, they provide us with the best quality sap available.

This brings us to the Packard legacy, if you want to call it that, in that part of Massachusetts. In Northampton there is a "Packard's bar" although it is not owned by a Packard, but a man named Robert "Bob" McGovern. [1] There's also a man named Michael Rice Packard who served as the Highland Ambulance Town Representative for Plainfield from 2015 to 2016 and was on the Plainfield Energy Committee, trying to bring green energy to the town. There was also a representative named Sherman Packard, a bunch of Packards in Franklin County, Massachusetts (Matthew H. Packard, John Packard, and Ellynn Packard), and an Esther Packard mentioned on a rug in Deerfield. Other articles noted a Debra L. Packard in Florence, MA, a Brandi Packard from Massachusetts, a Larry Packard in the Hilltown region, and an Elizabeth Packard who works at the Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary in Massachusetts. Recently, the Old Brick Store commented that Mary Bowker Connell stopped by, who was "the granddaughter of Harold Packard, the last person who ran the brick store as a general store. Mary is celebrating her 92nd birthday today!!! She used to come up here in the summer time to stay with her grandparents when she was young. We had a wonderful visit on the porch!" Additionally, there's the Packard-Chilson House in Goshen, photo of a house once owned by Col John Packard, along with mentions of the name Packard on ancestry.com forums, GEDCOM, along with mentions in varied books (here, here, and here). But, most interesting of all was the auction of the former "Old Packard store" as mentioned in an article last year:

Town officials will hold a third auction for a home at 345-347 Main St., Plainfield, in the hopes of finding a successful bidder for the property that was taken by the town in 2015 due to non-payment of taxes…Located across from the Town Hall and the Plainfield Congregational Church, the property was once an important part of everyday life, serving as the town’s general store…in the early 1900s the building was known as “Gurney’s Store” and in the 1950s it was called the “Packard Store.” Many in town still refer to the home as “the old Packard Store.” According to Bronstein, the property has been used as housing for many. [2]

There may be more on the webpages of the Old Brick Store (which notes the passing of Cummington historian Bill Streeter), Hilltown Families, and Plainfield Historical Society, but I believe this is a good start for now.

Until next time!

Notes

[1] Chad Dunn and Bob Dunn, "Tuesday hearing in Northampton to discuss possible happy hour revival," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Sept 24, 2012; Dan Crowley, "Gazebo bra shop owner sells to 2 employees," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Mar 22, 2016; Michael Majchrowicz, "Northampton police, bar owner stand by practices in light of ‘place of last drink’ report," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Jan 6, 2017; Fred Contrada, "Walter Colby of Northampton sues Packard's restaurant, assailants, bouncer, World War II Club following fight outside bar," masslive, Oct 26, 2010; "AREA PROPERTY DEED TRANSFERS," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Feb 12, 2017; Scott Merzbach, "Report: Vacancies down, sales up in downtown Northampton," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Feb 4, 2017; Lisa Spear, "A church is home for Bob and Kimi McGovern of Hatfield," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Oct 20, 2016; Amanda Drane, "Liquor license goes to Mulino’s as bar owners debate need for more," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Jun 8, 2017. The Feb 12, 2017 article in the Daily Hampshire Gazette says "Tracey McNeill to Michael Rice Packard, Greene St., 8 East Greene St., Easthampton, $228,000." Also see a source talking about newspapers in Massachusetts .

[2] Fran Ryan, "Hilltown Voices: Plainfield hopes the third time is a charm for successful home auction," Daily Hampshire Gazette, Apr 22, 2017.

Note: This was originally posted on November 30, 2018 on the main Packed with Packards WordPress blog (it can also be found on the Wayback Machine here). My research is still ongoing, so some conclusions in this piece may change in the future.

#packards #genealogy #lineage #genealogy research #ancestry #family history #libraries #maple sugar #maple trees #local history #plainfield #massachusetts #hampshire county #daily hampshire gazette

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mrvlbimbo · 2 years

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Mrvlbimbo's Eddie Munson Masterlist

hiiiiii everyone, I figured it was time I made a master list for all my Eddie fics.

For anything in the series and longer fics catagory y'all can send me requests to further those stories and/or HCs you have for them.

Everything other than the drabbles is explicitly xfem reader because I write in third person using she/her pronouns.

The summaries are bad but hopefully this is helpful for everyone.

Smut meter

🍓complete fluff

🍒suggestive

🌶smuttish

🔥full on smut

Other tags

☁️angst

🍬sub! Eddie

🧁sub! Reader

🏠established relationship

🎲virgin! Eddie

💎virgin! Reader

Series and longer fics

Secret admirer series, pt1, 2, 3, 4

reader leaves romantic notes in Eddie's locker because she's too shy to talk to him in person.

Rating: 🌶💎🎲 (will change when chapter 4 is posted)

Eddie x bimbo!reader series masterlist

based on this request: eddie and bimbo reader!! a unique pair, but reader likes metal and rock music, and they find other ways to bond later

Rating: there’s too many parts but it’s a mix of all

Incentive, pt 1

Eddie has a crush on the assistant coach of the Hawkins High women's tennis team. She's only a year older than him, only problem is she refuses to date a highschooler. Looks like Eddie has some incentive to graduate

Something isn't right here, pt 1/2

A few weeks after returning from the upside down, Eddie wakes up changed. His new bloodlust only rivaled by his regular lust for his best friend.

Bimbo!reader x Vampire!Eddie

Perv!Eddie thoughts,

some hcs

Just a little quid pro quo, Virgin!reader buys drugs from Eddie and just so happens for 'forget' her money

Eddie's neighbor gets drenched in the cold and he just neeeeds to help her warm up

Sub!Eddie thoughts,

using a vibrator on Eddie

making Eddie cry his eyeliner off

What’s the plot of Romeo and Juliet again?

based on this request: eddie X (cheerleader?) reader where reader is dating jason. they get into an argument and eddie steps in to protect her. maybe they end up breaking up and eddie is really happy about it.

Rating: 🔥💎🧁

And they were roomates (pt 2 eventually)

Eddie and the reader are roommates, she catches him jerking off. She offers to help.

Rating: 🌶🍬

You mean nothing (everything) to me

friends to enemies to lovers. They fuck in the hellfire chair. It's almost 5k words.

Rating: 🔥🍬☁️

Practice makes perfect, first times the charm (coming soon)

based on this request: Eddie fic? where poor baby is a virgin but his not-girl-friend is more than happy to let him give her head for ‘practice’?

Rating: 🌶🍬🎲

It’s about time someone wrote an Eddie Munson sex pollen fic

its an Eddie Munson sex pollen fic.

Rating: 🔥

Jason doesn’t know

Eddie and reader are fwb and she's cheating on her boyfriend (Jason) Loosely based on the song Scotty Doesn't Know.

Rating: 🔥

One shots

Don’t move

cockwarming with subby Eddie

Rating:🔥🍬🏠

Polar Opposites

based on this request: eddie with a hyper feminine, super spoiled girl? Like, everyone just being exhausted by the stereotypical girly thing she is, and her just sitting all pretty in his lap in the throne in the hellfire club room

Rating:🍒🏠

Oblivious

based on this request: Eddie coming home after a club meeting that went rlly well and he’s super pent up and energized and he gets into his room and he’s greeted with the sight of his sweet y/n on his bed in the cutest pink lingerie set waiting to have him basically rearrange her organs, and ofc he does cause how could he say no to his needy girl

Rating: 🔥🏠

I like-like you too

based on this request: eddie x fem!reader where they both like eachother and it’s sooo obvious to everyone but them? and they get teased all the time by everyone

Rating: 🍒

One more?

based on this request: Eddie fucking readers brain out and then taking care of her while she's in subspace

Rating: 🔥🧁🏠

Gummies

based on this request: u eat some of eddies gummy bears only to find out they were edibles, n now eddie has to deal with a very high y/n who wont stop gushing about him and being all giddy

Rating: 🍓

Road trip

based on this request: reader and Eddie aren’t really close but they both unknowingly think each other are attractive but reader thinks Eddie is way out of her league. So they’re in the car with dustin, max, mike and Steve, but there’s no room for the reader so Eddie offers for reader to sit on his lap. So they’re both really nervous and reader keeps shifting in his lap so he grips her hips to get her to stop because he’s getting hard and he’s really embarrassed about it

Rating: 🌶🍬

I’ll never leave

based on this request: eddie having a nightmare where his gf leaves him only for him to wake up with her drooling all over his arm in her sleep

Rating: 🍓☁️🏠

It goes both ways

based on this request: reader getting into a fight with a jock because he hit and/or upset Eddie? Like, maybe she could kick his ass but she would also have gotten her fair share of hits?

Rating: ��

Not so innocent

based on this request: y/ns like this good girl teachers pet-- pleated skirts and mary janes and all-- with straight a's and she's sent to tutor eddie bc man is failing with a capital F so they're studying in her pink room with a bunch of awesome stuffies (in my head a lot of them are dragons and gargoyles and eddie's nerdy lil heart fricken explodes but this is just me being stupid in love) and he has full intention to do absolutely zERO work

(corruption kink and dom!eddie if you couldn't tell by now jdjjd)

and the whole time he's just teasing her (cough degrading her cough) and flirting with her (cO U G H praising her ahem) and- oops now they're fucking *acts shocked*

Rating: 🔥💎🧁

Thoroughly

based on this request: idk idk i’m just imagining eddie being like bold bold

“you wish you could handle me”

“yes, i do. roughly…thoroughly…for hours…”

Rating: 🍒

Mommy? Sorry. Mommy? Sorry.

based on this request: eddie accidentally calling you mommy while you’re edging him? so u like slightly laugh cause ur like omg???????? and he’s just so embarrassed BYE

Rating: 🔥🍬🏠

Rings can’t go in there

based on this request: eddie having to fish his ring out of your coochie

Rating: 🌶🏠

Teenage rebellion

Based on the request: What if Jason’s sister flirts with Eddie just to annoy his brother but she ends up having sex with him (I like how you write, specifically submissive Eddie)

Rating: 🔥🍬🎲

Drabbles

Aftercare

Wearing his rings

Giving him hickies

Boobs, boobs pt2

Belly bulge

Thighs

Fingering

Your first time with Eddie

Praise kink

Sub Eddie with begging

Naked Polaroids

Eddie x plus sized reader

Eddie with a mommy kink

Eddie x y2k aesthetic reader

Role play

Possessive Eddie

Giving Eddie head scratches

Flirting with Eddie

Jewlery and tits

Eddie is needy and wants attention

Eddie doesn't want to share his cookies with Hellfire

Getting Eddie's name tattooed

(Plz lmk if any of the links don’t work)

#stranger things season 4 #stranger things #eddie munson x reader #eddie munson stranger things #eddie stranger things #eddie munson imagine #eddie munson #eddie munson fanfiction #eddie munson smut #eddie munson fluff

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dynamightgod · 2 years

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The Damage We Cause

Pairing: Katsuki Bakugou x yandere!reader

Warnings: kidnapping, drugging, revenge, abuse, childhood abuse, mentions of abuse, yandere themes, yandere reader, Katsuki is a dick, abusive behavior, violence, burning

18+ MINORS DO NOT INTERACT I AM AN ADULT AND THIS IS ADULT CONTENT

A/N: I wanna thank @kingkatsuki for inspiring me to write again. If this is well received I might make a part two that's a little longer. For now this is a drabble I cooked up. Enjoy!

Katsuki Bakugou's eyes snapped open just as his alarm began it's annoying buzz. He slammed his fist down, causing the bedside table to shake as he shut the alarm off. He rubbed his eyes, inhaling deeply, before stretching and glaring up at the ceiling.

Today would be his first day as a hero on his own. He had been a rising star as a sidekick at Best Jeanist's firm and was more than a little excited to finally show the world what he was capable of.

He brushed his teeth and showered quickly, shoveling down a protein bar and grabbing a bottle of water from the fridge before heading out the door. He paused, just before locking it and stepping into the curb towards the black Mercedes Benz waiting for him in the driveway. Something was tugging at him, in the back of his mind, he felt like he was being watched. But instead of entertaining it further he shrugged, deciding to continue on his way.

Everyday for the past two years, since he graduated top of his class at UA actually, he always made it a point to go for a jog in the morning. It boosted his moral and got his blood flowing, a nice cold shower at work would have him energized and he'd be ready for the day. It all started with a routine. And Katsuki was not one to fuck with routine.

So he couldn't understand why this morning felt different, why something felt off to him and he couldn't place his finger on it. He wanted to ignore it, but as he parked his car and got out he couldn't stop his skin from crawling.

The park looked empty. A couple people here and there, he pulled his hood up and secured his mask before starting an easy pace, hoping the feeling would disappear as he began jogging.

But the further he ran, the more isolated the area became and he began to second guess himself, turning off his music and cringing at the hairs standing on the back of his neck. He felt his body shifting, his palms warming as he braced for attack. One he was not expecting to come from above.

Something heavy dropped down onto his shoulders, a rag covering his mouth and nose as he hurtles towards the ground and blackness.

"Tell ya what? You wanna be mine so bad, I'll leave a mark so noticable noons will ever question who you belong to." He pushed her face harder into the dirt beneath him. He couldn't stop himself, everything in him was screaming. This is wrong. Heroes don't do this. All Might wouldn't do this. He tightened his grip on the girl's wrist, his knee pressing harder into her lower back.

"Katsu-chan please! Please don't hurt me! I love you!" She sobbed into the dirt as he brought his palm up, sparks crackling as he brought his hand down near her face again.

"Nobody else will ever want you. I don't even want you. You're quirkless! You're nothing! How does it feel to know the only one you belong to will never ever take you!" His eyes rolled and his body shivered with pleasure as her anguished screams filled the air. She tried to kick and move but he held her down, searing his mark into the side of her face. For all eternity. She was his.

Katsuki felt something soft and warm beneath him, though his hands were restrained, he could feel the heavy quirk restraints on his forearms and hands, there was something tight and hard wrapped around his neck as well. He swallowed hard, trying to clear his throat and wincing as it felt like sandpaper due to lack of saliva.

"You're waking up. 's good." He hears a voice call. It's soft, amused, and feminine. He feels himself relax, she sounds small, she sounds like a woman he could take down easily, just had to wait for the right opportunity.

He opened his eyes to a dimly lit room. Devoid of furniture save for the bed and a chair by the wall, the only light show from a single bulb swinging in the doorway, covered partially by the small form who occupied said doorway.

"....what….what the hell? Who are you?" He watched the figure tilt their head to the side, tsking quietly, as if to scold him.

"You don't remember me Katsuki? After everything you've done?" They stepped into the room, their face still hidden by the shadows.

"Oh that's right." Their voice dropped with venom. "precious Camie captured your attention. Isn't that right? How could I forget." The person stood at the edge of the bed now. She bent down, her hair falling slightly over her face, she pushed it back, letting Katsuki see her for the first time. He let out an audible gasp.

"Your face….you…" she smiled bitterly, her eyes boiling with a rage so scalding it made Katsuki flinch. His stomach churned and his mind was screaming but he wasn't sure. He didn't know who she was. But as he got a closer look at her face, he felt his blood run cold.

A prominent burn mark covered the left side of her face. Unlike Todoroki's it completely covered her left side, the left side of her mouth pulled down into a permemnant scowl, making her smile look more like a grimace.

"But you and I both know that scars never go away completely. You can cover them up, hide them as best you can. But the ugly truth is that no matter what you do they're there. Beneath the surface " she was taunting him now, laughing humorlessly as he jerked against the restraints.

"Get comfortable Katsuki. My revenge is just beginning." That sparked his interest. His head bolted up at her words as she began to walk out of the room. "I'm yours forever Katsuki. It's just like you wanted."

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hanjifuck · 3 years

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.˚｡⋆ ༊ .˚｡⋆ stray kids ideal types - series .˚｡⋆ ༊ .˚｡⋆

bang chan version ʕっ•ᴥ•ʔっ

based on their birth charts! s2

✧*:.｡. t/n: i'll be using SIDEREAL astrology on this one. it's also important to say that when we talk about romance in astrology we have to fully analyse the couple's birth charts individualy at first and only then apply compatibility analysis so we're able to check out the synastry overlays.

✧*:.｡. t/n: kinda proofread. <3

the basics:

someone who has sun in virgo or in the 5th house;

aquarius and gemini moons are the ideal but aries moon is also great, libra is good, leo and sagittarius moons are a maybe. capricorn and cancer moons are absolutely a no;

venus in virgo, scorpio, cancer or capricorn;

mercury in virgo (or capricorn/taurus).

obviously there's way more aspects to look into to see if a relationship would work but i'd rather not go too deep into it right now.

a person who's patient and honest. he takes his time into getting to know you before he commits. so, when he does commit, there’s no room for him to change his mind. he's worthy of a romance novel. he will make sure that the bond is strong and stable for both.

someone who's good at communicating, reading people's intentions and has a good sense of humour. he tends to use his voice to express himself and he's such a sweet talker when it comes to romance. communication and intellectual rapport are his thing, so it's important for him to have someone who he can talk to. so good at covering it up his intentions or even lying (but you guys didn't hear this from me), except that he tends to tell the truth in almost any and every situation. he loves to tell stories and to see the smile and hear the laugh of the loved one.

a partner who's not afraid of commitment and long term relationships. listen to me, this man is looking for a soulmate connection, someone to pay him due attention. he's a romantic at heart and has a strong need for love in his life, it being his ultimate driving force, a passionate lover and he knows how to maintain the flame of true love. without love he would be nothing.

someone who knows how to talk to people and be pleasant during social situations.

someone who's highly vulnerable and revealing with him, ONLY.

a person who's adventurous. he does not know how to stay still, he wants to expand and has a hedonistic type of approach to how fun should work in a relationship. he can't be more happy then when his able to impress you with his creative side. if you like an intellectual approach to life you will love it as well.

a positive person, someone who's optimistic and make things seem easy.

an intense, bold, strong-willed and powerful person. would love a partner who knows how to stand up for themselves. he wants besides him a person who can make the world kneel in front of them.

someone who will do anything to seduce him.

someone who challenges him (in a good way, ofc). he loves to be dared as he sees it as stimulating, a reason to try even harder, to put even more effort in. he's prop to play mind games (maybe manipulating, even if it's not his intention, since he makes everything sound so wonderful). often fueled by curiosity and a desire to control/possess others for himself *only with those who he actually loves since he sees romance/sex as super meaningful, on a soul level thing, and focus 100% on the person he loves.

emancipated, educated and high intelligent individuals. a pretty face will never be enough, sorry. virgo sun in the 5th house? pfffff this man is a genius.

someone who's younger or appear youthfu/has a youthful personality. he needs a eager-to-learn-and-to-enjoy-life-with-him person. channie's prone to take up the dominant/leading role in a relationship as well. it's like he has this strong pedagogical (?) side to him (and once again my theory that he would be a teacher if he wans't in the entertainment business is proven right ¯\_(ツ)_/¯)

a person who's not avoidant or keeps to many secrets. if you keep stuff away from him he may misinterpret things quite easily.

a partner who's as clingy as he is. channie does not stand being alone for too long. he needs your warm touch and gentleness.

a freedom-lover type of person, someone who seeks inspiration and fun. he's extremely motivated and light-hearted, very flexible and adaptative.

a person who knows how to encourage him. basically someone who knows his intentions almost better than he does. he has a need for validation and appreciation cus sometimes he fixates on certain ideias but doesn't have what it takes to go further with it.

someone who would enjoy having kids, taking care of them, educating them together, and is family-oriented. he would love to have a partner who's as excited as he is to mentally stimulate his kids. very inclined to having lots of children. he wants someone who has the potential to go all the way to the finish line. man's want commitment.

a person who's charming, "feminine", sensuous and romantic. he's not interested in a person who is crude. he has strong yang energy on his birth chart so it's a good thing if your chart is yin energized. the whole thing about lighting up candles, putting on some romantic music is important to him. may be enticed by a person who has an overly sexual appearance (SPECIALLY if you have scorpio sun or rising), femme fatales (the energy, not necessarily a woman) are just right for him. maybe someone quite mysterious as well.

someone who's painfully monogamy. you can trust him on remaining faithful, as long as his partner do the same. trust is important for him and when it comes to love, it's absolutely essential. if you don't want to lose him forever you shouldn't break his confidence. he rarely has any interest in casual encounters, not being the type to take different people home every night. loyalty is such a turn-on for him, cute. he wants to be only yours, so he expects the same from you, not wanting you to even look at other people. the more committed to him, the deepest his love is.

someone who's not shy. he’s a non-conformist, private person and rather do his own things, away from the public eyes. remember when he said he usually likes "dark things"? man wasn't lying. he knows exactly who he is and what he likes even tho society might shun him for it. however, he does not care. <3

a person who's devoted and dependable, who's also ready to work by his side. someone who knows how to handle his possessiveness and maybe even suspections. just be honest with him and patient enough to put him at ease, assuring him that he's the only one who deserves your attention and love. his jealousy may be really tricky.

okay, this dude has mars and venus conjunct pluto in scorpio. do you guys know what this means? i would DIE to make this man love me!!!!!!!!! help. he will be SOOO OBSESSED WITH THE PERSON HE MARRIES, IT'S INSANE KDISADJADNAUS HELP ME.

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" i just wanted to say thank you for protecting me " with seokmin or junhui ? <3

ooo i need to kiss seokmin so bad my little boyfriend <3

you don't go out drinking with seokmin and his friends often. sometimes it's because of work, sometimes because you're just too exhausted to deal with everyone's drunken selves. seokmin, of course, being the sweet boyfriend he is, has always understood and has never pressed you on going out when you don't feel like it.

but with a new promotion under your belt after working your ass off for months, including working overtime and voluntarily taking classes to further your skills, seokmin insists on celebrating. you're tired, but you haven't really spent time with your boyfriend or your shared friends in a while. plus, you do think you deserve to celebrate your achievements, so you agree.

the bar is overwhelmingly loud, music and ambient conversation rising and ebbing in tandem: loud music leads to louder talking leads to even louder music. as such, you're huddled at a table with seokmin and the several friends from the group who had agreed to come celebrate with you. you're all leaning into the table and talking; someone who lives in books would think you're planning a heist of literary proportions (in reality, wonwoo asked a debate night-style question and now jeonghan and soonyoung are arguing heatedly over their drinks).

but as alcohol takes an ever-strengthening hold, you can feel yourself getting drowsy, your social battery running dangerously low as soonyoung, sitting right and pressing tightly against your shoulder, jostles you as he (almost violently) makes his case to jeonghan, who sits entirely opposite the table as you two.

it's been a good couple of hours since your group strolled into the bar and you've all certainly gotten your coverage charge's worth, lots of drinks and laughs and good times had. out of the group, you can tell things are winding down. like you, wonwoo is beginning to look exhausted, leaning heavily into mingyu's shoulder, already sleepy eyes looking even sleepier. even mingyu, who is usually the moodmaker and designated energizer, is starting to look like he's ready to crash.

seungcheol, always the one to pick up on the group moods, begins to quell the heated debate between his two friends. as they're finally chilling out and coming up with a compromise to the question previously posed, seokmin leans into you from your left, hunching over harshly to rest his chin on your shoulder.

"home?" he questions simply and when you turn your head to look at him, his eyes are glassy and tired, but the smile on his face is soft and making his entire face glow in the dim lighting of the bar. he is more out of it than you are.

you nod and lean your head to bump your foreheads together gently. "please?"

within minutes, after bidding a goodnight to your friends and accepting their congratulations for the millionth time tonight, you and seokmin step into the chill of the night. the cold is biting at your skin through your sweater and you shiver involuntarily, your trembling only ceasing when seokmin slips his hand into yours and smiles.

with your apartment not far away, you don't feel the need to call a taxi. thus, you start your trek through a midnight seoul, your hands swinging between the two of you. since you've caught him up in all the goings-on in your life recently, it's seokmin's turn.

as you stroll, you realize you could listen to and watch him talk forever. he's staring straight ahead, gesticulating wildly (a habit of his exacerbated by his drunkeness) as he speaks. he's so passionate about the topic he's telling you all about. even from his side profile, you can see the way his eyes are sparkling and it's the cutest thing ever.

you're so lost in admiring him that you don't notice the curb, the crosswalk, the fact that you're just about to walk into oncoming traffic until seokmin is yanking you back onto the sidewalk, capturing you in his arms and caging you against his chest. a car horn blares loudly as it passes, no doubt an angry driver who just about had a car accident on their hands.

"are you okay?" seokmin asks immediately, turning you to face him so that he can check for injuries, even though you hadn't even come close to falling. "i didn't hurt you, did i?"

in a complete daze, you shake your head stupidly as you look up at him. when he's certain that you're safe and sound, you continue your walk home. you're not sure why your in such a trance; sure, you just about got into a life-altering accident, but there's another feeling lingering in your mind.

it's not until you're home and brushing your teeth that you realize what it is: seokmin has never really been like that before. in your two years of being together, he's been protective and doting like that, but never so worried. for some reason, it has never fully come to you that he cares that deeply about your safety and well-being. he's freaked out over things like accidentally cutting yourself with a knife or tripping up the stairs, but you have never seen him so concerned.

as you're sliding into bed, you look over at your boyfriend. he's laying on his back, eyes closed, and the way he's drawing shallower breaths, you can tell he's about to fall asleep. you turn out the light and then snuggle up next to him, wedging yourself against him and resting your head on his chest, your arm over his torso. he adjusts accordingly, wrapping his arm around your shoulders and kissing your forehead.

"seok?" you ask quietly, hand tracing short lines across his knit sweater-clad sweater.

he hums in response.

"just wanted to say... thank you... for protecting me earlier," you say, voice soft and still a little drenched in alcohol.

he reels his head back to look at you, his eyes wide and tired. "pro..tecting...? oh, you mean the car."

it's clear to you that he really did get drunker than you because usually, his memory is impeccable. everything about him reads exhausted and it's a reminder that he is just as susceptible to his friends draining his social battery as you are. paired with his job, there really is no surprise that he's so sleepy, he's forgetting things.

"baby, i'll always protect you," he replies softly, tightening his arm around you. "just wanna make sure you're always safe. kinda scared me earlier when you almost walked into the street."

"sorry," you answer bashfully, nuzzling your face into his sweater. "was really distracted."

you can feel him chuckle, his chest reverberating under your cheek. his hand rubs and flexes against your shoulder.

"it's okay, my love. just don't worry me like that again. i don't know what i'd do if something happened to you."

you nod and snuggle impossibly closer, smiling against him. you've never once doubted for a second that he cares about you; he's always made it abundantly clear that he will always prioritize your health. the extent of his care for your safety, though, has never been displayed quite to this level. it is nice knowing that someone loves you that deeply.

of course, you won't go out of your way to put yourself in life-threatening situations, but at least you know that if you do end up in one, as long as seokmin's by your side, he'll save you.

#dk x reader #seokmin x reader #svt x reader #seventeen x reader #dk fluff #🌙 — talking to the moon #🌙 — lovesickheize #🌑 — new moon #🌑 — svt

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