#brandon stark icons

[vaeycllas]

princess vaeyella targaryen had lived for a good nineteen years with little to vex her. her father , the mad dragon , had thrown the realm into strife , and @rhaegxr had as well in some people's opinion after the council at harrenhall and successfully dethroning the mad king aerys and naming himself king of the seven kingdoms , defender of the realm. vaeyella , while the dethroning and death of her father was a stressful time for the targaryen family , had found more joy in the time that her brother was king than in the last five years of her father's life.

while the realm still struggled to adjust , rhaegar had seemed to usher in an era of peace amongst the regions and even in king's landing. months had passed with this presumption staying steadfast in vaeyella's mind , but something had seemed to trouble her these past few days. rumors. now , vaeyella heeded the words of her mother , lady rhaella , well for most years , but she could not help but stop and think of this when she heard the ladies of the court speak of 'the most desirable suitors for the princess was that of the starks in the north.' while others said that king rhaegar would 'have better luck looking south to the princes of dorne , doran or oberyn'

"brother..." vaeyella would start as she entered one of the many libraries in the red keep. "may i ask you a question?" she would start , her shoes making soft clicks onto the stone floors. the little dragon did not wait for an answer from her king ( an almost prisonable offense for most others ) before she started up again , lilac eyes looking over the many books on one of the shelves. "why have i heard rumors that i am to be sent off to another region of the westeros for a marriage alliance?"

[rinignis]

saw a tiktok comparing Catelyn Stark to Alicent Hightower (ss dow below) and since this is such a brain dead take I felt the need to write this out.

First of all, calling Peytr Catelyns lover is so fucking disgusting. Catelyn has never EVER looked at petyr with anything other than brotherly affection. They played "kissing games" as children but Cat was quick to end them whereas Lysa kept playing them with him. In fact, when he tried to kiss her again after she was betrothed to Brandon Stark she pushed him away laughing...LAUGHING GUYS. When brandon died, petyr sent her a letter and burnt the fuck out of it and went on to marry ned stark and eventually fall in love with him. do not ever call catelyn and peytr lovers smh.

Second of all, Catelyn was not particularly angry at ned for having an affair and producing a bastard, she was angry that she brought jon into her new home to raise as she saw that as a threat to her children and grandchildrens inheritance. Catelyn had an actual valid reason to fear her husbands supposed bastard. Catelyn lived in the aftermath of the blackfyre rebellions and her society could still feel the after affects of bastard siblings rising up to take claim to their trueborn siblings inheritances. Alicent however???? she just straight up hated bastards and hated Rhaenyra. It wouldnt have mattered is Rhaenyras kids were bastards as their claim comes through her. Alicent had no valid reason to hate Rhaenyras children as Rhaenyra was heir to the throne, Alicents children had no claim in the eyes of the Iron Throne because Viserys had chosen his heir.

Also, dont compare Catelyns mothering to Alicent. In peace times, Alicent set her 13 year old daughter with her creepy rapist son because she so badly wanted to overthrow Rhaenyra. She may have loved her children in her own way, but alicent most definitely saw her children as a way to gain more power. Catelyn, on the other hand, was a loving mother who did all she could to protect her children. Catelyn was constantly looking for ways to save her daughters. She fought off an assassian that was after bran. She does all she can to support and aid robb as a king going through a war. Hell man, her very last act (before getting resurrected) is to try to barter for robbs' life, and death doesn't even stop this woman. She puppets her fucking corpse around to get vengance for her children, one of these women was a better mother and let me tell you it was not alicent fucking hightower.

I've linked the og tiktok so you can have even more context but this shit pissed me off badddd.

[marjacomicreviews]

Name The Crow Author/Artist James O’Barr First Published 1993 My version The Crow: Ultimate Edition, 2020, German Synopsis "The Crow" tells the story of Eric Draven, who returns from the dead to avenge the brutal murder of himself and his fiancée.

General "The Crow" is nothing short of iconic, especially within the Gothic scene. Few works have had such a profound impact, particularly when considering the film starring the late Brandon Lee. O'Barr created this comic as a way to process a personal tragedy, and that raw emotion is palpable in every panel. The artwork cuts deep, leaving a lasting impression. Despite its heavy themes, the comic remains highly engaging, even incorporating moments of dark humour.

Story As mentioned, the story is not light reading. Eric's quest for revenge against the murderers and r*pists of his fiancée drives him to defy death itself. Throughout his journey, he repeatedly relives sweet memories of his past, only to be harshly thrust back into his grim reality. The narrative focuses intensely on Eric's emotional turmoil and his unrelenting pursuit of vengeance. The story captivated me, and even though I was already familiar with the film, I couldn’t put the book down. It was fascinating to witness how Eric confronts both his past and his present, as well as how those around him react to his return as a vengeful spirit. The inclusion of the young girl, Sarah, was a particularly strong element.

Art Style The art is rough and far from "textbook", but it conveys exactly what it needs to: raw emotion. Not every character is anatomically perfect, and there are some "eggheads", but these quirks do nothing to detract from the comic's feel and aesthetic. As expected, the entire comic is in black and white, which enhances its stark, emotional impact.

Conclusion "The Crow" remains a timeless classic. If you're in the mood for something light-hearted, this isn't the comic for you. But for a melancholic evening where you're ready to immerse yourself in the emotions of O'Barr and Eric, this comic is absolutely perfect.

[nightswatchdisbandmentera]

Northern Boy Name Game for a Jonerys Baby

Pick your most preferred Northern based boy name for Jon’s and Dany’s child. The top three picks will move on to the final round where we determine the best boy name overall.

This is not an exhaustive list, but I tried to come up with names that have meaning for one or both parents.

NOTE: These are arranged in alphabetical order so be sure to scroll all the way down to the bottom. And if you haven’t already, go vote for your favorite of the Valyrian based names.

[tech-radar-247]

Richard Madden Gay

The public image of an actor can often be eclipsed by the popularity of their on-screen characters, as is the case with Richard Madden, renowned for his portrayal of Robb Stark in Game of Thrones. Despite his continued recognition with this iconic role, the 37-year-old actor remains a constant subject in the media. Madden also gained acclaim for his role as Prince Kit in the 2014 romantic fantasy film Cinderella, solidifying his status as a widely discussed personality, particularly among female audiences.

Recently, discussions surrounding Richard Madden's sexuality have become a focal point of gossip. While some speculate that he is gay, others contend that he may have a bisexual orientation. Compounding these rumors is the actor's purported romantic involvement with Brandon Flynn, adding fuel to the already buzzing topic of Richard Madden's sexuality.

In the realm of an actor's life, their career trajectory is often shaped by the roles they choose and the characters they bring to life on screen. Surprisingly, when it comes to Richard Madden Gay and the gay rumors swirling around him, none of his on-screen roles have triggered such speculation. The first hints of conjecture surfaced when Madden was spotted sharing intimate moments with Brandon Flynn on the streets of Los Angeles, intensifying the gay rumors.

Reports suggest that Madden and Flynn were frequently seen together, even engaging in mundane activities like running errands, fueling speculations that they might have shared a living arrangement. Notably, these sightings occurred while Madden was already romantically involved with someone else. Photographs circulating on the internet depict the two actors in poses that suggest more than a platonic friendship, further adding to the speculation. Matching necklaces and hand-holding only served to amplify the rumors surrounding Richard Madden's alleged relationship with Brandon Flynn.

Despite the pervasive rumors, both Madden and Flynn chose to remain tight-lipped about their connection. Madden, in particular, refrained from discussing his personal life in interviews, leading some to speculate that he might be hesitant to acknowledge a same-sex relationship. Brandon Flynn similarly avoided addressing the rumors surrounding his relationship with Madden.

However, Flynn eventually disclosed his membership in the queer community in a candid interview with Variety Magazine and officially came out in 2017. This revelation fueled the existing speculation about Madden's sexuality, as fans began to consider the possibility of a romantic involvement between the two actors. When pressed on the matter in an interview with the New York Times, Madden evaded a clear response, redirecting the focus towards his professional career.

As of their current status, reports indicate that Madden and Flynn have gone their separate ways, with rumors suggesting a rift between them after Flynn reportedly did not invite Madden to one of his events. Despite the ongoing interest in Richard Madden's personal life, the actor remains reticent about addressing the persistent gay rumors.

[spogwam]

Final Year Project Research - 5

As previously discussed, In the Breeks will not be adapted to a grad film project for now. However, as a final post, I would like to discuss the process of research and development that I have undertaken in producing my final script.

Research

Much of my research for this script was reminiscing with old members of the TYT (Tain Young Team). Upon returning home for a long weekend, I met up with my old pals Lewis and Brandon for a walk and to discuss my film. They were both enthusiastic about the idea, they liked the rebellious nature of its protagonists and the visual element of graffiti, recommending spots around my hometown where I could get away with it (lol). We discussed a show called American Vandal we had all watched, which is great fun, but I told them it was too thematically light for comparison. I told them I wanted to tackle the problem of drug deaths in the Highlands are other rural areas. I asked them whether they thought drugs were more prevalent in the Highlands but they disagreed entirely.

Brandon responded: "You students in Edinburgh do way more gear and drinking than us. Its just our stuff is worse quality."

This was a great insight, which I further researched through government statistics, discovering that in certain rural Highland towns, the rate of drug deaths were over ten times higher than those in Edinburgh for example (200 per 100,000, compared to 18 per 100,000). This reassured me on the importance of making the film, as the three of us personally knew people who died after taking impure substances.

Other help I was offered was in relation to the graffiti element, I originally planned on having Bailey paint cutting, ironic paintings that reflected his cynicism. Lewis and Brandon thought this was unrealistic, and if they were doing graffiti it would be something small and simple as to not get caught in the act, like a penis for example. This is where this element came from, and when I realised I had been in Edinburgh too long and needed a look back at the archives of my youth.

I looked through old photographs of the TYT to research costumes and props and remembered that to avoid the police we would drink alcohol with mixers from 2L plastic bottles. I also found many locations for the film this way, recalling overgrown alleyways and side streets that we'd stop for a smoke in when kicking about. I later walked my dog Ghillie about the town, stopping off at my old haunts to get a feel for the film's setting, the stark contrast between the beauty of the countryside and the dire state of the council schemes was a primary takeaway during these wanders.

I wrote a draft of the script while I was at home, the first of three, that would change dramatically as I worked through it with Kate.

Script Development

1st Draft

In the first draft, Bailey was instead Tupac, which was of immediate concern to the course tutors, having his actions and character associated with a pop culture icon would detract from the characters individuality and so the name was changed.

Structurally, the script had no inciting incident, at least not until the 5th and 6th pages. This was far too late, and meant the viewer could lose interest in Tupac and Trig's meandering before Laura informing Tupac about the circumstances of Jamie's death propels the plot forward. There was a lot of fat to trim, namely an emotional conversation between Tupac and Laura following the revelation that was unnecessary and too student film for me, and was also unrealistic as canonically Laura would not willingly spend this much time with Tupac.

It also opened with a flashback of Tupac, Trig, and Jamie messing about down the beach on the night of his death. This fundamentally broke the principles of realism that I was trying to instil, and laid things out too plainly, without room for interpretation.

It had some good stuff in it, but was rough and the pacing was off, so Kate encouraged me to make the climactic incident of the script, the confrontation with Conner, instead the inciting incident near the beginning, switching it around.

2nd Draft

In the second draft the film kicks off at a pace with the revelation from Laura and the confrontation with the dealer wrapping up by the fourth page. This effectively instigated Bailey's vendetta against his hometown, but fundamentally meant the film lost momentum after this point. Also, this draft muddied Bailey's motivation, as him being drunk was the primary reason for him and Trig's fallout. This is an entirely separate theme that was not developed and so needed the chop.

As an exercise in building tension, it was clear the confrontation had to be positioned at the end of the film as the pacing was way off, so I returned to this structure in the third draft.

3rd Draft

The structure of this draft is one I am sticking with, a kind of jakey detective narrative that gives the film and its characters great momentum until its climax.

The inciting incident is Bailey's conversation with Laura, but instead of knowing where to go right away, Bailey and Trig set off to question those who were with Jamie near the end of his life to find the person responsible. They start at Jamie's old workplace, the local joinery, which leads them to the town nightclub, where they find some jakeys who know the dealer who gave Jamie the deadly dose.

This structure worked perfectly, establishing motivation from scene to scene, and involving the audience in the mystery of Jamie's death, learning as the film progresses.

The climactic scenes of this draft were the confrontation with the dealer Conner, and a following argument between Bailey and Trig over the ethics of letting rage out on people who are innocent.

Both of these scenes perfectly foreshadow Trig's death, showing Bailey's true colours and introducing Trig to a drug dealer.

4th and Final Draft

There were only minor changes to be made as I worked on my final draft, mainly in trimming the fat in new scenes added in the "mystery narrative."

I say the changes were minor, but the ending of the film in which Bailey takes the drugs was also changed, as many people interpreted this as a suicide attempt understandably, which was a bit too bleak for my liking. Instead, Bailey sits down next to Trig's body, spending a moment with him in deep introspection before all of the shit goes down.

This was as good as it gets, and Kate's help was invaluable in exploring the many different routes these characters could take in their odyssey to land on the perfect one.

In conclusion

I've learned so much over this past semester about screenwriting and story structure. My skills in pacing, writing character arcs, and subtext has vastly improved over the course of writing In the Breeks. I hope to adapt the script at a later date as I still think it is a story that needs told, but am satisfied with the work I have done for this module.

[musicofdoom]

A Journey through Nothing, Philadelphia's Enigmatic Band

Philadelphia has long been a breeding ground for diverse musical talent, and within the city's thriving music scene, there exists a band that stands out for their distinctive sound and thought-provoking lyrics - Nothing. Hailing from the City of Brotherly Love, Nothing has captivated audiences worldwide with their mesmerizing blend of shoegaze, post-rock, and alternative rock. In this article, we will take you on a journey through the enigmatic world of Nothing and explore what makes them a unique and influential force in contemporary music.

Nothing was formed in 2010 by Domenic Palermo, a musician who had experienced a tumultuous journey marked by personal struggles and incarceration. These trials and tribulations became the catalyst for his artistic expression, resulting in the formation of Nothing. The band's early lineup included Brandon Setta, Nick Bassett, and Kyle Kimball, each contributing their unique musical talents to create a distinctive sound.

Nothing's music defies easy categorization, drawing inspiration from various genres while carving out their own sonic identity. Often associated with shoegaze and dream pop, their sound is characterized by lush, reverb-soaked guitars, ethereal melodies, and Palermo's emotionally charged vocals. Tracks like "Vertigo Flowers" and "Zero Day" showcase their ability to create immersive, otherworldly soundscapes.

Nothing's music reflects a broad range of influences, including the iconic shoegaze bands of the '90s, such as My Bloody Valentine and Slowdive. Yet, they manage to infuse their sound with a contemporary edge, making it accessible to a new generation of listeners. This fusion of nostalgia and innovation has earned them a dedicated fan base.

While their music envelopes the listener in a dreamy sonic haze, Nothing's lyrics delve into themes of personal introspection, existentialism, and the human experience. Palermo's poignant and introspective lyrics provide a stark contrast to the dreamlike quality of their music, creating a powerful emotional resonance with their audience.

Nothing's music has transcended geographical boundaries, earning them a global following and critical acclaim. Their albums, including "Guilty of Everything" and "Tired of Tomorrow," have received widespread recognition for their artistic merit and sonic innovation. The band's live performances are known for their intensity, further solidifying their reputation as a must-see act.

 Nothing is a band that has emerged from the vibrant musical tapestry of Philadelphia to create a sound uniquely their own. With a fusion of influences, emotionally charged lyrics, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of their genre, they have established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Their music invites listeners to embark on a sonic journey that is both introspective and transcendent, and it's a journey well worth taking for anyone seeking musical artistry that pushes boundaries and defies expectations.

[cinemavisuals]

[thefav0urite-blog]

GAME OF THRONES ICONS. like or reblog if you save.

[robinwhore]

where's the lie

[starsspin-a]

alexande.r dreymo.n is literally fancasted for every stark at this point and im tired 

[behindfairytales]

icons of Isaac Hempstead-Wright in Game of Thrones (s8) as Bran Stark [x]

[dothrakidaenerys]

100+ Game of Thrones icons on my icon page.

[overheardavengersquotes]

Tony: I don’t know why Steve says I’m gayer than a box of crayons.

Peter: You’re not gay?

Tony, wearing a full rainbow suit: nope, straight as a dick.

[tarasagita]

season 7 finale was so intense! [gonna print this as stickers for Comifuro 9, I will be at table F33 :) ]

[sayruq]

All these other pissed lords aren’t and won’t be relevant in the theatre lmao 😂 all we well get is our girl being an iconic jouster and Rheagar would be head over hills once he meet Lyanna to the point he ignored his incubator wife and the other misogynistic lords🥰 and that’s on being the Romeo Juliette of A song of ice and fire

yeah, they're going to write a play about harrenhal and kill all the tension by removing brandon stark, robert baratheon, oberyn martell, elia martell, jon arryn, aerys targaryen, etc. aka the entire reason harrenhal was notable, for a 14 year old briefly jousting in the beginning and a grown man humiliating his pregnant wife by making everyone think he's having an affair with a child. you're very smart.

and very nervous, too. if you thought that you were getting a story where everything rhaepist did was being romanticised, you wouldn't be here in my inbox and you wouldn't have found out about the play today, instead of march when it was announced. didn't your fellow clowns talk to you about this? why aren't y'all so excited about it?

you already know you won't be getting 'romeo and juliet,' don't you?