#chose ami in specific because mercury's thing is water

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haha can you imagine how stupid it'd be if I made a MIDAS project oc, specifically one I designed to look like myself. I mean come on that'd be so- @therealmidasproject

I don't know if there's already a Benrey, but if there is, sorry anrtjansekjtgl

Anyway here's Ami, named after a sailor moon character just like I was. She's at the point where she's trapped in a computer and terrified that once the authorities figure out how her code works, they'll fully transform her, so she has this habit of begging people to steal and hide her hard drive so they can't.

Benrey's endless, low energy chillax manifested in her as an anxious depression, and being stuck in a machine all day with only the internet and whoever decides to drop by and chat to accompany her really isn't helping with that. She's very much a Futaba Sakura type.

Speaking of, she can access pretty much any application or file on whatever device she's connected to, though she works better on computers. She isn't actually very adept with tech, so about the only thing she's good at is breaking things, both accidentally and on purpose. Much like her dose origin, she's a little gremlin.

Basically she's a shimeji with free will.

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Speaking of the Senshi/Shitennou pairs. I was kind of curious why those stones in particular, right. Kunzite and zoisite are so unusual that I think only gemstone aficionados know them, and even though jadeite and nephrite are somewhat more commonly known names IIRC it still made people mess up the mineral names back in the day.

Well, uh, so, it was alleged that Takeuchi-sensei chose them to match the character and personalities of the senshi they're partnered with, so... Excuse me while I go overthink this and have a meltdown in suffering.

In the first place, supposedly the "inner senshi" are officially meant to be called "guardians"/"guardian deities" (守護 or 守護神). Haven't seen the raws, so I can't confirm, but that's what the JP media says. The term "Shitennou", as many are already aware of, are originally a term used to refer to a set of 4 Buddhist guardian deities.

If true then it just feels like they're all intended to be perfectly matching sets from the start, and it just never made it into the story.

I read that Sailor Moon was originally meant to just end with the Dark Kingdom plot, so maybe sensei intended to have a Romeo and Juliet sad ending where everyone just dies in the end?

These are all based on Japanese gemology guides (same as what I used to research for the Shitennou knight titles), since I imagine it's more likely to be the one Takeuchi-sensei had access to. These may differ from international ones.

(Warning: Long post)

In the manga sensei specified that the zoisite is the blue one, that's also known as "tanzanite". The blue variety of zoisite, among other things, means "calm and intelligence".

The connection to Ami/Mercury's character is very straightforward and obvious.

In terms of romance, a zoisite also means "subdued expressions of love". It really makes me think of how gentle this pair looks in the splash art sensei drew.

Kunzite means "premonition of a lover". It's specifically oh dang when I saw this because Minako was "special" among the senshi in the way that her character vibes are based on "love" (because Venus, goddess of love), rather than the original elemental name attached to the planet. It fits enough to make you pause and wonder if this it truly a coincidence.

The planet venus originally has the element of "gold/metal". The gold is reflected in her design somewhat, but her senshi identity is more related to "love". The other girls' names matches their planets' element names. E.g Jupiter = mokusei = wood, Ki(no) = wood/tree. Mercury = suisei = water, Mizu(no) = water.

Also Venus's relationship with Kunzite ended up being the one who got the most hints actually shown in the manga, so... I do wonder.

The two jades are less overly specific like this, especially Nephrite, but well.

Jadeite is the native jade from Japan, and has been long used to make magatama since ancient times. As such it's always seen as a deeply spiritual stone, that can protect against and/or ward off evil. A perfect match for Rei, who is a miko. One wonders if sensei chose the stone because of Rei being a miko, or if she made Rei a miko after choosing this name for the one matched with her.

Edit: Japanese Wiki claims Rei being a miko was based on Takeuchi-sensei's personal experience as a part time miko. So then Jadeite had to have been named/chosen to fit her, if this theory is true.

Not to mention that Akuryou Taisan, the evil-banishing spell, is something that she uses quite often.

Nephrite is the most confusing one here, because I'm not really able to find the connection. That's why I initially had strong doubts about the rumour/claim about the gemstone names' connection to the senshi.

In the gemology guide that I referenced, its meaning is "charm of maturity". I suppose Mako has always felt like she's older than the other girls, because her hobbies (cooking and home decor) feels really motherly.

Other than that and the stone being a deep green colour similar to Jupiter's senshi outfit I'm not entirely sure. (in the manga, sensei says nephrites are "always deep green" even though IRL that's not the case)

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Just my additional comments after reading everything that I did:

In terms of colour, I like to think Jadeite is a red jade. Not just to match Rei, but in the manga Jadeite's stone is always coloured the darkest (it's almost all-black). Of all the various jades, red is one of the darker-toned ones.

The shading can be arbitrary, especially if sensei was just tracing from reference photos. Dark green jadeite also exist, so for all I know this is intended to be green too.

But if I use the logic that the stones are matched with the girls' character, I think red just fits the best. In gemstone language the red jade means "tenacity" and "willpower". Green jades tends to be associated with things like harmony, prosperity, luck, and so on. It doesn't feel very Rei-like.

Also, the nephrite jade being a "soft jade", it's associated with very cuddly meanings such as "warm" or "gentle", which makes me laugh even more than the "wisdom" one.

Unless, again, these words are more attached to the matching girls' character, rather than the guy in question, because yes I think Mako is definitely very warm and gentle and fluffy and very huggable.

Although other-coloured zoisite varieties were said to have different meaning, it looks like blue is the predominant zoisite colour in Japan. A lot of Japanese gem sites tend to automatically just say "it's blue" while describing zoisite, even though there's obviously other colours out there.

Sensei did specify it's "blue zoisite, a.k.a tanzanite" in the manga, so I think she's aware of the other colours having different meanings attached. Some articles also had mentioned Takeuchi-sensei's family runs a jewellery store?

I wonder if this is why Crystal went with the gemstone's healing properties for Zoi's title though, because the gemstone words overlaps too much with Mercury in a very in-the-face way. The other meanings are Hope, Mystery, Pride, and Noble, and maybe those don't make very good title names? Like, the only viable one is probably Hope, though I feel like it would be even more confusing if Crystal said Zoi is the "Knight of Hope" or whatever.

Another thing about Kunzite is that its meaning also include "pure and everlasting love", but the website caveated this that this is a saintly kind of love (for the gem's association with Holy Mother Mary). So it's not necessarily something to get overly excited about in terms of SenShi headcanoning, but, well, it's there.

"Shitennou" in Japanese pop culture is generally used to just mean "4 very important people", so it didn't have to actually mean anything. Like, a few samurai in history had their "shitennou", who are just the best 4 generals serving under them. Most famous being the Tokugawa shitennou, but other samurai lords actually have their own so-called shitennou. It's just that if the senshi are officially named "Guardians", then this changes the context.

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SO BASICALLY in Sailor Moon all the Sailor Senshi (and Tuxedo Mask) have a special crystal that contains all the magic power of their respective planets. Most of them appear just as heart shaped crystals, but the Moon Crystal sometimes takes on a lotus-like form when it’s fully powered.

So for literal years I’ve wondered ‘well it’s not that big of a stretch that the other Sailor Crystals can take on a flower shape when they’re fully powered. What shape would each planet take on?’ and I finally goddamn made a stupid list that I’m pretty sure I’m satisfied with.

At first I tried to find flowers associated with specifically the planets, y’know through sort of witchy/new age-ish websites, but those don’t always include the ‘modern planets’ of Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, much less the Asteroids, so I eventually just went with flowers associated with each senshi’s astrological sign. I also tried to make sure the flower naturally occurs with some colour that’s associated with its senshi, whether that be the primary ‘aura’ colour, the secondary colour of their bows while in uniform, or something else.

Anyway, snip snap, let’s get started under the cut. (disclaimer that despite Sailor Moon being my eternal obsession I still haven't read the manga, so anything relating to it is stuff I've read through wikis.)

Sun Crystal: common sunflower (Helianthus annuus)

I mean. obviously.

(yes I have headcanons about a Sailor Sun, but that's... a different post for a different time)

Mercury Crystal: smooth aster (Symphyotrichum laeve)

not only associated with Ami's star sign, but it's also her birth flower, being a September baby

one legend says it was created by a goddess's tears falling to earth. Tears, water. You get it

couldn't find a symbolic meaning specific to blue asters, but purple, the next best thing, is apparently 'wisdom and royalty'

Venus Crystal: freesia (Freesia ×hybrida)

symbolizes ultimate trust, selflessness, and obligation, very appropriate for a leader of a team of bodyguards, I think

specifically yellow freesias symbolize 'joy, renewal, and friendship', which seems very appropriate for the time in Minako's life after she's left England and meets her new team

Earth Crystal: rose (Rosa ×hybrida)

it's canonically Tuxedo Mask's crystal. of course the crystal belonging to the guy who throws magic roses is gonna be shaped like a rose.

also, I mean, I'm pretty sure Chibiusa's version of the Moon Crystal takes on a rose shape in the manga, so it'd make sense for his daughter's crystal to take on a similar shape to one of her parents

ALSO ALSO there's a Sailor Moon video game (Sailor Moon: Another Story) that was released before the Dream Arc/SuperS where the canon Golden Crystal was introduced, wherein Mamoru had a magic crystal called the Rose Crystal (Barazuishou, I think). It's practically canon.

Moon Crystal: sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera)

it's canon, 'nuff said

Mars Crystal: amaryllis (Hippeastrum 'kolibri')

symbolizes 'a strong, self-confident and very beautiful woman'

specifically red amaryllis means 'passion, love (whether requited or unrequited) and beauty'. All very Rei

Jupiter Crystal: peony (Paeonia suffruticosa)

symbolizes romance, prosperity, and compassion, which I think fits both Makoto's hopeless romanticism and her protective supportive nature

(NGL, I chose peony for her mostly because I think they look a little similar to roses, and Makoto's signature rose-shaped earrings are Very Important)

the Asteroid Senshi don't have canon star signs, but I like to go with these ones. They're all very fitting and well explained.

Ceres Crystal: stargazer lily (Lilium orientalis)

lilies symbolize 'royalty and regal bearing, motherhood and fertility, purity and the beauty of youth' which fit very well for Cerecere trying to be a mature young lady, her status as Team Mom and oldest sister, and the fact that the quartet are generally associated with youth

(at least one website I found seems to have a slightly different set of values for specifically stargazer lilies, but I just chose them because they're lilies and they're pink and that's Ceres's aura colour)

Pallas Crystal: common lilac (Syringa vulgaris)

'The Celtics regarded the lilac as “magical” due to their incredibly intoxicating fragrance', and that made me think of Palla being apparently the most adept spellcaster of the four.

'In Russia, holding a sprig of lilac over the newborn would bring wisdom', and Pallas is another name for Athena, goddess of wisdom.

Juno Crystal: anise hyssop (Agastache foeniculum)

Wikipedia mentions that it's used as a medicine and as flavouring, and that bees like it, but that's about all I could find. Then I realized brash, tomboyish Junjun would probably like that it's just practical and here we are

Juno's one of the only ones where the flower doesn't come either the primary OR secondary colour, because Juno's are green and brown, and there are not many flowers that have green or brown petals lmao. I went with purple, because her circus outfit has a couple purple accents.

Vesta Crystal: impatiens (Impatiens walleriana)

symbolizes, well, impatience. And I think that's perfect for the quartet's fiery redhead.

I also came across a couple sources that said they symbolize motherly love, and if we go with the fairly popular fanon (at least, as far as I know) that as a redeemed beast tamer, she has a big soft spot for animals, that's also kinda fitting

Saturn Crystal: opium poppy (Papaver somniferum)

symbolize, among other things, 'consolation for a loss or death in the family, remembering the fallen of various wars and armed conflicts, peace in death, resurrection and eternal life'. All very appropriate for the senshi of death and rebirth.

Uranus Crystal: gladiolus (Gladiolus 'yellowstone')

symbolizes strength and integrity, both of which Haruka has plenty of

name comes from 'gladius', Latin for sword, for it's sword-shaped leaves. Haruka's talisman is the Space Sword.

Neptune Crystal: blue lady orchid (Thelymitra crinita)

symbolizes luxury, refined taste, and elegance - all extremely Michiru things

as with the Mercury flower, I couldn't find a symbolic meaning specific to blue orchids, but purple, the next best thing, is apparently 'royalty and admiration', also very Michiru

Pluto Crystal: poppy anemone (Anemone coronaria)

not the same as Hotaru's flower - note the different scientific names - but kinda appropriate that they're similar, as the two of them have a lot in common

can symbolize 'forsaken or forgotten love and affection' and 'excitement for something in the future', which I think is appropriate given how her isolation keeps her from having many loving relationships (at first anyway) and how her powers over time include the future

AND THAT'S EVERYONE. PHEW. at least, everyone in our solar system. there's other senshi, but I don't think I'll ever do them. we just don't know as much about them as our girls.

Sources

https://m.tarot.com/astrology/plants-herbs-zodiac-sign

https://www.ftd.com/blog/flower-meanings-and-symbolism

https://www.flowermeaning.com/

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agastache_foeniculum

https://www.thoughtco.com/floriography-flower-meanings-4150754

http://isshou-ni.net/bxw_items.html

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Latest Romance Book Releases – 04-28-2020

HAPPY TUESDAY NEW RELEASE DAY!! It’s a BIG list fully loaded with 85 books!!!! And yesterday’s list rocks worlds too, and then… I reviewed and awesome one so we have PLENTY to read, my friends.

In fact… Jan was already prepared!

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Kathy: On Amy Harmon’s Facebook page, she posted that she read Eden Butler’s Infinite Us and highly recommended it.

Mony: Just finished The Cornerstone by Kate Canterbary and loved it! Steamy story about Hot Guy & Sassy Girl as they steer through one night stands into something more. Sassy Girl is great – sharp-witted & a tough nut to crack. H is a great alpha. Loved the slow burn & Hot Guy’s transformation. Banter between h & H is clever and even sharper in second half.

A 4.5-star read (deduction cause too much about h’s family). Plan to read The Spire (#6 in series)…story about Hot Doctor & Rebel Girl.  Thanks Jan for mentioning this author!

Cicely: Hi Maryse! I just want to share that Absolution, the third book from The Disenchanted series from L.D. Davis is out now too!! The series is great and is worth some extra love.

Angst loving fanatic like me would love it!!!

  Michele G: Tasha, where are you? I read it because of your high marks….you weren’t wrong!! I just finished The Sun Down Motel and it was AMAZING!! I listened to the audiobook and felt like I was in an episode of the Twilight Zone …or something at times…..so so good!!! I highly recommend!

Tasha J: YESS!! *claps hands* So glad you loved it

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Tasha J: I finished Where the Lost Wander and I’m in . I cried a little when it was over. *sigh* Such a good book. …Where the Lost Wander is my best of read of the year for sure.

Mony: Where the Lost Wander is now on TBR list…thanks Tasha!

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Kyler’s Blind Date Seduction (Hot Hunks Steamy Romance Collection Book 4) by Stephanie Morris

Not the Bodyguard’s Boss: Sweet Bodyguard Romance (Hastings Security Book 3) by Lorin Grace

Necessary Risk (Aegis Group Task Force Book 4) by Sidney Bristol <— SHE HAS TO INFILTRATE A HAREM… “...Ivy Ashley is striking out. Fired from her gig as a live-in bodyguard, she’s at the end of her rope when she is asked to join a special task force for a one-off undercover job. It’s easy. All she has to do is infiltrate a harem. She even has back-up in the form of a lone-wolf spy with the sexiest lips she’s ever kissed…”

ImPerfectly Happy by Sharina Harris <— “…When four college friends formed the Brown Sugarettes Mastermind Group, they had very different goals—but matched each other in ambition. Yet ten years later they can’t help wondering what happened to the hopeful, confident, driven women they used to be—and how to get them back . . .”

Asking for Trouble (Credence, Colorado Book 3) by Amy Andrews

The Letter by Anthony Sciarratta <— FORBIDDEN LOVE SOULMATES ALERT!! “...Victor Esposito mysteriously dedicates every novel he’s ever written to one woman. His trademark protagonist fits the description of Eva Abrams, the bright-eyed and blonde Long Island housewife. Tragedy suddenly strikes Victor’s life when a courageous act leaves him in a coma. Hearing the news from a television broadcast, Eva finds herself suddenly overcome with the memories of a love affair she’d left behind a decade ago…“

Undeniably Perfect (Perfectly Imperfect Love Series Book 1) by S.E. Rose

Promise Me Always (Against All Odds Book 4) by Savannah Kade

How To Date Your Brother’s Best Friend: A snarky, steamy contemporary romance by Karigan Hale

Hook Up (Taking Chances Book 2) by TC Matson <— HER BOYFRIEND IS IN LOVE WITH SOMEONE ELSE... “…While I’m helping my best friend plan her wedding, I get hit with a bomb. One that ruins all my hopes and dreams of marriage and starting a family. My long-term boyfriend isn’t only a lying, cheating, piece of worthlessness, He’s also in love with the woman he’s been seeing behind my back. Now I’m forced to act like my best friend’s wedding isn’t going to hurt my soul while I try to mend my heart. What’s the best way to get over a broken heart? A no strings attached hook-up…”

Spooning Leads to Forking (Hot in the Kitchen Book 2) by Kilby Blades

Gone With the Rogue (First Comes Love Book 2) by Amelia Grey <— HISTORICAL!!!

Searching for Signs by Mandy Lee <— “…Fans of the award-winning and beloved television series “The Office” will enjoy a story reminiscent of Jim and Pam’s long-awaited and championed romance, while readers less familiar with the show will enjoy a bilateral story of two sensible people navigating the hardships of love and loss while stuck in their small Southern town and surrounded by quirky personalities...”

Deep in the Alaskan Woods (An Alaska Wild Novel Book 1) by Karen Harper <— SHE MOVES TO ALASKA FOR A NEW START… “…Alexandra Collister came to her estranged cousins’ B&B in Falls Lake, Alaska, looking for a fresh start. The surrounding forest can be harsh and unforgiving—luckily, rugged wilderness tracker Quinn Mantell offers to be her guide. Still recovering from a toxic previous relationship, Alex is wary of getting too close, but when savagely deep claw marks appear outside her bedroom window, keeping her distance from Quinn is no longer an option. Then a body turns up exhibiting the same ruthless slash marks, and Alex knows it isn’t a coincidence…”

The Ingredients of You and Me: A Novel (Hopeless Romantics Book 3) by Nina Bocci

Under an Alaskan Sky (A Wild River Novel Book 2) by Jennifer Snow

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