#evidence 1: colour scheme

[dinosaur-mayonnaise]

aro fukazawa is canon in my heart

[still-a-morosexual-help]

Okay hear me out!

(I haven't done this in a while or posted at all in a while but I missed it here and work is sucking my soul out so I'm gonna try to be here more regularly🤞🏻)

The animals in the aquariam event can all be somewhat connected to the characters they were partnered with right?

1.) Lucifer - Orca

Majestic af - Sadistic bastards

2.) Mammon - Shark

Dangerous but also not as much of an asshole as they're made out to be

3.) Levi - Jellyfish

Jellyfish - remind me of LED lights

LED lights - remind me of gamer rooms

Gamer rooms- remind me of Levi

4.) Satan - Catshark

I mean....it's in the name.....

5.) Asmo - Dolphin

Cute but not as sweet as they're made out to be

6.) Beel - Octopus

7.) Belphie - Squid

• Looks kinda mean but actually pretty friendly & adorable to the people they become close with

• I don't know.... as a kid though I always thought of squids as the evil twin of the octopus? even though their generally bigger/rounder eyes make them look cuter

8.) Diavolo - Whale

9.) Barbatos- Oarfish

• Gentle Giants (any actual harm caused is less because of genuine malicious intent and more because they're just that powerful)

• Weird & Mysterious. Gives the vibe of being ancient. Possibly witnessed the birth of the universe. Probably recites prophecies in tongues.

9.) Simeon - Manta Ray

10.) Luke - Penguin

• Do other fish look at manta rays and think they're angels?

• Cute & Cuddly (boys. cute & cuddly.)

11.) Solomon - Polar Bear

The only mammal on the list that can actually live on land = the only human. White colour scheme. Looks friendly & approachable, can brutally murder you.

And here's the "Hear Me Out!" part:

12.) MC - Spotted Seal

• Mammal that can live on land but is most suited for swimming in the water = can live in the human world but functions at their highest potential in the Devildom

• MC canonically has big, puppy dog eyes

• MC canonically is objectively cute

• Kinda dopey on land = passes as an overall average human being in the human world.

• Hunts great in the sea = actually fucking built to survive in the Devildom and thrive there

• Additionally = the myth of selkies - creatures that can shapeshift between a seal & a human. There's been lot of canon evidence that MC is not fully human

[toaarcan]

What is the Default Toa Form?

So, theory time.

It's a common fandom headcanon that the natural state of all Toa is the Toa Metru build. The reasons for this are varied (but if I'm honest seem mostly rooted in the fandom's love affair with the build that came to an end during the TTV Hagah Contest rather than any actual lore), but I personally disagree with this.

So I'm going to run through the various Toa builds in roughly chronological order (with one exception) and determine whether I think they're likely to be the true default form of a Toa.

1) Helryx

Well, right away, here's one that probably isn't.

Helryx is the oldest build lore-wise, newest IRL. She's also kind of a "Meta Build", aiming to look like a forerunner to the Toa Mata build we'll discuss shortly, not by directly evoking the way the Mata were styled (I would argue that a lot of the Mata's identifying hallmarks aren't present in her), but by being primarily composed of parts from 2001 and earlier.

However... this isn't what Helryx always looked like. Nor is the art that actually represents the canonised design.

The intent of the contest was to create Helryx as she appears in the present, after thousands of years of wear, tear and repair. In the text, she's referred to as disturbingly frail and alien-looking compared to what Takanuva expects a Toa to look like.

Even if she once looked like a default Toa, she doesn't now.

Orde, the only other known prototype Toa, never received a canon design (for what it's worth, I won't be putting a lot of weight on the DuckBricks Fanon Contest designs, since they're, well, fanon. So Bukkey's Orde won't be factored in here, besides me noting that he has a more Mata-esque body than Helryx does).

However, another popular headcanon is that Krakua represents another example of this generation of Toa, as Helryx would've been the basis for Krakua's transformation.

Perhaps this is what Helryx would've lookedd like when she was healthy and built?

Well, as much as I like that headcanon, and will continue to use it in fanon, probably not. Based on the evidence we have of Toa transformations, both in-story through Takanuva and the Toa Metru, the transformation is pretty much 1-to-1 with current forms. The Metru all get Lhikan's build exactly, except for specifically their height. Likewise, Takanuva's build is identical to Gali Nuva's, despite him not being a Toa Nuva. He didn't resemble base Gali, he resembled her current form.

If Krakua was transformed in Helryx's image, he'd likely be just as small, spindly, and hunched-over as she is.

For now, Krakua remains a weird outlier.

2) Mata

While not as common a choice as the Toa Metru build, the Mata build has also been suggested a few times as "Base Toa," largely because it's the original. It's relatively simple, and depicting any given Toa as a Mata build is easy enough and looks good.

(I honestly prefer it over the Metru build. It's easier to put proper hips, knees and elbows on a Mata than it is to un-fuck a Metru's shoulders and neck)

However, the Toa Mata are actually pretty much unique entities within the Matoran Universe, unlike any Toa before or after them. They are the only Toa who aren't transformed from Matoran or built by the Great Beings, instead being created by Artakha.

As a result of that unique method of creation, it's entirely reasonable to suggest that the Toa Mata look different to every other Toa in the world besides Takanuva, who was transformed in their image. They're the only canonical Toa whose bodies directly resemble the Great Spirit Robot itself, use these specific colour schemes, and have its specific design language in their construction.

3) Hagah/Mangai/Metru

By far the most popular contender for this title, but one I don't personally agree with.

We don't know whether the Toa Hagah were built or transformed, but we know they were assembled from across the Matoran universe and given new armour upon recruitment into Teridax's team, and we have no idea what they looked like before they were given this armour, beyond Bomonga presumably already having his huge limbs. Additionally, the Metru were all transformed based on Lhikan, so it's him I'll be focusing on mostly.

Lhikan was transformed and was trained at a Toa Fortress around 6000 years ago. We don't know what the other Mangai looked like (though they're popularly headcanoned as being Metru too, no canon look for them was ever settled).

However, my stance is that this design is not the default (Lhikan would've been transformed in someone's image), but rather a cultural one, a sort of 'uniform' armour style adopted by Toa during the height of their power, when the Toa Fortresses were active and Toa were commonly trained by other Toa. The image of a Toa would've become a consistent thing, and caused almost all transformed Toa to adopt it for a time, making it almost a new default, but not the original, until the Toa genocide and the subspecies becoming largely extinct caused things to diverge again.

This is, to be specific, not a counter-theory I'm proposing to the "Default Metru" theory in and of itself, but rather a part of a wider theory, explaining the commonality of the Metru build when I think that the last spot on our list is the real default.

And that leaves us with only one option.

4) Inika/Mahri/Cordak/Nuva 2.0/Glatorian

So yes, I think this is the default Toa build.

That might strike you as weird, considering that the Inika are only transformed at the beginning of the Ignition Arc, right before the end of the story in terms of the MU's timescale, and the Nuva adopt this design even later.

But let's consider a few points, shall we?

First off, the Toa Inika are the first and only Toa team we see who are transformed into their Toa forms, and do not have their appearance influenced by previous Toa. And while there's some weirdness with their heads and powers, their bodies seem pretty normal, and remain as such after their Inika weirdness is removed by the Ignika.

Secondly, we know the Great Beings made the Matoran based on the Agori, and the Toa based on the Glatorian. The first Matoran, the default form of a Matoran as it were, are the Av-Matoran, who use the same build as the Agori exactly. Should it not stand to reason that a default Toa uses the same build as the Glatorian?

Additionally, like the Glatorian, the Inika build and its derivatives have by far the most variation from individual to individual. True, we've never seen a Toa as weird as Strakk, but that doesn't mean that none existed.

Thirdly, there's one more character we haven't discussed thus far.

And this, then, is my smoking gun.

Lesovikk was a member of the first Toa Team, and one would assume based on that information that he's a purpose-built Toa. Well, he isn't. He's transformed. Given how rushed the Great Beings were at the end of the GSR project, I wager they found it easier to make a small number of Toa and then have them immediately transfer power to Matoran than it was to make thousands of Toa from the off.

Lesovikk may well be the first Toa transformed, and if he was, then his transformation would either be free of influence from anyone, or in the direct image of whomever transformed him, who could only be a default, purpose-built Toa.

"But wait!" I hear some of you typing already. "Lesovikk is a mutant, we have no idea what his true form looks like!"

Or do we?

Let's look at another character who was affected by Pit Mutagen in 2007, shall we?

This is Defilak, a Matoran of Mahri Nui. Like all the residents of Mahri Nui, he once lived on the Southern Continent, and later Voya Nui, after an ill-fated trip to Karzahni.

He used to be a weird little gremlin Matoran like his brethren from 2006, and transformed into the form above after being immersed in Pit Mutagen.

But here's the twist: Rather than simply mutating them directly from their twisted post-rebuild forms, the Mutagen actually reverted the Matoran of Mahri Nui to their original forms first, and only then started to mutate them.

This is Defilak's default form. This is what he always looked like, just with added weapons.

With that in mind, I think it's safe to say that Lesovikk is likely in the same boat: Reverted to his original form before the mutations started.

With the exception of the tube-like gill, I think it's more than probable that Lesovikk is mostly-normal still, and as such, is a very early Toa with a Mahri build.

With that in mind, I conclude that the default design for a Toa is a 2006-2009 build, with Helryx being the product of damage and repair, the Metru/Mangai/Hagah being a cultural design, the Mata being Artakha designs, and Krakua being a weird outlier.

[thelov3lybookworm]

Remember Me? (Part 14)

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 Part 8 Part 9 Part 10 Part 11 Part 12 Part 13

Summary: Under the Mountain, Y/n met the High Lord of the Night Court, Rhysand. She was scared of him, but soon she found out that he wasn't who he pretended to be. Despite her efforts at not falling in love with him, she fails. It's not that bad as he loves her back.

But now he's gone, and she's left alone with nothing.

Except for a very adorable reminder of him.

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Tw: secret pregnancy, none more that I can think of, so let me know if I need to add anything.

A/n: (￣y▽￣)╭ Ohohoho.....

thats all i got to say

(also, consider this a peace offering after the cliffhanger of the previous part 😏)

enjoy!

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"What do you mean you can't find Nyx?" Eris questioned, stepping forward to address Feyre properly while Y/n simply stared at her.

"He- he was with me in my room. But then I got up to wash my hands because there was paint on them, and when I returned, he was nowhere to be seen."

"Did you ask his maid?"

"Yes. She has not seen him since after she left him with me." Feyre glanced at Y/n with tears in her eyes, her lower lip wobbling.

Y/n reached out, tugging Feyre into a hug. The moment Feyre's head made contact with Y/n's shoulder, her tears began flowing.

Y/n felt numb, her worries raging in the back of her mind. There was only questions swirling through her head, and the answer to all those question echoing in her head.

What if it is Rhys? What if her somehow broke through the wards? Is he here to take Nyx away for some sick scheme of his?

And as she pondered about the situation, she became all the more confident in her answer.

I will go with him. Offer myself up so he would let Nyx go.

After all, it was her own fault that Feyre and Nyx's life had been ruined. If she had not went to Velaris, everyone would have been living happily.

She could not take Fin with her, but she was sure Eris would take care of him.

"Everything will be fine, Feyre. I will send out as many guards as it takes to search for him. I'm sure he will be found. Maybe he has only gone wandering into a nearby forest."

Feyre sniffled against Y/n, and that brought her back to the present.

Before Y/n could reassure Feyre too, two thuds sounded. And, turning her head to look, she found herself staring at two Illyrians and a female, all staring wide eyed at the scene before them.

Y/n's brows furrowed before she realised that these people were a part of the Night Court.

She swallowed, rubbing Feyre's back.

"Feyre?" The blonde female spoke up, causing Feyre to startle and glance up. Whatever colour was left on her face drained, and she glanced around, probably thinking of a way to escape.

When she found nothing, she turned back to the three people, offering something that looked more like a grimace than a smile.

"Hello." Feyre fiddled with her fingers, doing everything to not meet their eyes.

"Why?" It was the one with red gems adorning his form that spoke up, emotion evident in his voice.

Feyre sighed, opening her mouth to speak, but before she could, the other Illyrian, who had blue gems on his form, advanced menacingly.

He made his way straight towards Eris, and, panicked, Y/n wrapped her hand around Eris's bicep and pulled him closer. She did not know what she was hoping it would do to help, but at least it calmed her down.

And it also made the illyrian slow down a little, even though his eyes looked murderous.

"Why did you bring her here? So you could-"

"Azriel." Feyre called, stopping the male from advancing further. He turned to glance at her.

"I... I came of my own free will."

"But why?" Cried the blonde female.

Feyre rubbed her temples. "I will tell you, but not now. After the meeting. I will tell you all of what happened."

The other Illyrian, the one with the red gems, took a few steps forward to engulf Feyre in a hug. "It's okay. You can tell us whenever you feel comfortable."

"Thank you, Cassian."

The illyrian whose name was Azriel nodded, and the blonde woman looked away, but not before Y/n spied tears in her eyes.

She felt bad for them, as Feyre had been their family and they had been left in the dark for so long.

Feyre pulled back from the hug as if she remembered something. "Please don't tell Rhys where I am."

Everyone nodded, before Cassian grinned.

"So. Where is my nephew?"

A new rush of tears flooded Feyre's eyes.

"He is missing. I was trying to search for him just before you showed up."

The smile dropped from Cassian's face, and he turned to look at Azriel.

And then, a sound that had everyone going rigid and sighing in relief at the same time came from outside the huge doors, and both Fere and Y/n rushed forward.

And there, sat on a golden beast's head, was a giggling Nyx.

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[eleasis20]

Vampire Spawn Colour Theory

There seems to be bit of symbolism going on with the vampire spawn and what colours they are wearing. For example, Astarion stands out from his siblings, as his siblings all wear red,

but Astarion's outfit is almost entirely blue/purple, with more pink/purple and only a hint of red.

which I think probably shows just how isolated he was as Cazador's favourite, even amongst his own siblings.

the only exception to this rule is possibly Leon, who is always seen shirtless and in blue/purple trousers:

Interestingly, this kind of confirms my theory, as Leon has some evidence to suggest that he was also isolated from the other spawn.

Leon is almost certainly the youngest of the spawn, being a human with a mortal human child basically guarantees that he's only been there for 10 years at most. We know this because in his dairy he says "ever since the master Turned me and forced me to bring Victoria along", proving that Victoria was born prior to his being Turned.

This immediately sets him apart from the others due to his inexperience, his living relatives, and having Victoria move in with him. It's also possible that he's the only human spawn, as Petras is never confirmed to human (to my understanding, he could be half-elven or at a stretch a full elf).

There is also the magic element here, as Leon is confirmed to be a Sorceror (inherent magic) in Dalyria's Journal, and if left to his own devices Astarion picks Arcane Trickster as his subclass of choice, giving him some magic abilities. None of the other spawn have confirmed classes, although there is a theory that Violet is a Bard.

Magic is almost always shown as purple in the game, through Gale's robe, his orb, his magic and Mystra's appearance as well as the ancient sigils.

Which could suggest that the thing that sets Astarion and Leon apart from the other spawn (and Cazador and, in association to the colour red, their bloodlust/vampiric nature) is their magic. Which also ties into the Tadpole being magically altered, and that being what frees Astarion from Cazador in the end.

Leon and Astarion wearing blue/purple sets them apart from the rest of the spawn, visually distinguishing them as the outliers.

It also separates them from Cazador's colour scheme, as he wears red and black.

Cazador wears largely black, with only a red shirt underneath his jacket adding any colour. Perfect for a vampire lord trying to hide his true nature from the masses and nobles - the red is being hidden by the black.

The black could also represent his ties to death, both as someone who is attempting to cause the deaths of 7007 people, and as someone who is undead. It could also represent that he obscures things and keeps secrets, from the public and from his spawn (the Rite of Profane Ascension for example).

Following this line of thought, it's interesting to note that Petras has very little red in his outfit, with more browns and blacks than anything else.

Possibly suggesting that he's (attempting to) following in Cazador's steps by hiding things. Most likely his true feelings more than anything, as he echoes Astarion's Act 1 personality by covering with seduction and false confidence.

Dalyria wears only red trousers, balanced with a white shirt and brown corset.

She's more honest about her vampirism, and more empathetic to both Astarion and Petras. She doesn't fully accept her vampirism and is trying to cure it (by killing Victoria).

Violet wears mostly red, with only a purple/black jacket.

If purple = magic, then perhaps the purple is a link to her possible history as a Bard, and the magic she weilded as one. She seems to have accepted her vampirism and takes little issue with her bloodthirst, wreaking havoc on her siblings with pranks targetting their vampirism in particular. (Her diary says she put garlic in Yousen's bed to give him a rash, and she seems to have scared the hell out of Leon with all the attention she gave Victoria, but despite getting into the Favoured Spawn room, she never hurt Vic.)

Yousen's outift is mostly black, with some brown mixed in.

again, he's likely accepted his vampirism moreso than Astarion, Leon, Petras and Dalyria. But he's still slightly unsure of his place, hence the muddy browns, possibly because he's the only short-race of the 7 spawn (almost certainly a Gnome).

Aurelia has the most red of all of them. Dressing almost exculsively in red.

She's even a red-skinned Tiefling, further matching Cazador's colour scheme. She's the most nervous/openly fearful of the spawn, possibly showing a submission to her vampirism and Cazador by extension.

Leon's lack of any red suggests that he's rejecting his vampirism, and Astarion's sliver of red under his jacket suggests that he's doing the same or is hiding it (he does for most of act 1 to be fair).

The fact that Cazador chose to target people who almost all have white/blonde hair suggests that he targeted innocents (white often represents innocence or purity), or that he targeted vulnerable people (white hair often suggests either significant age and therefore difficulting defending onself, or albinism which often causes blindness which also limits their ability to defend themselves).

Aurelia and Leon having darker hair might suggest that Cazador targeted people who had secrets or could be kept secret, or who were closer to death.

Of course none of this applies to irl, but is instead an analysis of what the character design could represent.

[ablogofloveandtrash]

Project Eden's Garden Colour Theory: Diana Venicia. (Pt.1)

Back in my searching to understand the use of colours and what it could speak about a character, one of Diana's most outstanding physical traits is her hair and eyes. They're both magenta, and looks similar to Kai's light pink hair. Though unlike Kai's (which has blackish brown roots growing in), Diana's hair is natural. According to my findings, magenta is not truly a colour. As it does not have a wavelength. However, magenta combines purple and red wavelengths. Colour psychology suggests that magenta is the main colour of universal love, creativity, compassion, ambition, cooperation, kindness, and transformation. Many of these traits encapsulates Diana's personality in the game and her occupation as the Ultimate Cosmetologist. She always seeks to be kind to anyone and everyone, no matter how much the others acted towards each other. This was evident when she included Damon and Eva to join Wolfgang and the other students to join in the investigation at the beginning of the first chapter. But also when she extends that same kindness towards Eva, when the students plan to all room with each other to reduce the risk of one trying to kill another. This kindness notably catches Damon's attention up until the trial. Diana's colour scheme is very interesting as psychological traits of magenta often seeks to provoke something akin to a reaction or change. She has unintentionally challenged Damon mid trial, when she was accused of murdering Wolfgang. From becoming scared and upset at fathoming the idea of killing someone she wanted to help, she caused Damon to become conflicted with himself and in the pathos route, used his emotions to change others minds on Diana's suspicions as well as have him ask himself as to why he was particularly affected by what Diana was feeling at the time. In this chapter alone, Diana evoked change in Damon. One Damon doesn't seem to be fully aware of or understanding. But a step further from his original self in the prologue. However, magenta is also a colour that is also known to cause outrage and strong reactions. This is very evident in her Free Time Events with Damon, in which she causes a lot of emotions and reactions in him, such as fear (of having his tie looking funny), flattery (blushing at her compliments), embarrassment from being teased (playfully). Confusion and curiosity are also some reactions Damon had both in the story and in the events. He's often seen standing there quietly, usually unsure of how to react or in deep thought. He is often caught off guard when she notices that he expresses his concerns, albeit these claims were strongly denied and Damon gets angry and defensive. All of this, while magenta, and Damon's main colour, green are strong contrasts to each other. Very fitting with their vastly different personalities. Magenta is also a colour that is symbolized with resourcefulness and a focus on the present. As Diana didn't dwell too much on the deaths of Wolfgang and Eva, shortly after Eva's execution. She felt like she was at fault, still. And even though those two hurt her physically and mentally, she chose to resolve herself. Instead, Diana chooses to focus her attention and energy to help the ones that are still alive and are still part of the killing game. Diana does not seem like someone who can dwell into the past short term. Promising to follow in Wolfgang's 'footsteps' in order to save the others. (Chances are this will backfire on her terribly). However, she seemed to be more determined than ever to help rather than retreat. The confidence in colour symbolism may suggest that Diana could become more willing to take charge in order to help and protect the others. And as the game progresses she may become a front runner that is willing to help at all costs. Of course this gets immediately ignored by the rest, as Wenona just tells Diana to take the situation more seriously. As Wolfgang's speech had only worked in the past, because he had the experience and skill to protect the others. Diana, lacks these things and is basically left alone in her thoughts.

[thethiefandtheairbender]

just a disclaimer: i’m queer and nonbinary (afab) as can be, so all of this is from a personally queer perspective? i also know that i don’t tend to really jive with ND stevenson’s work (she-ra didn’t quite work for me) either and if you loved the movie, great. i just gotta drop thoughts somewhere because well

they’re less than positive

like “nimona” wants to be a Queer movie so badly, but the entire humourous basis of the character herself is that she is 1) young looking (despite being immortal) and 2) appears to be AFAB and isn’t it funnily jarring when little girls want to be violent instead of cute and sweet? 

She doesn’t want to be a monster, but clearly genuinely enjoys destroying things (again: basis of the bulk of her character humour, and one of most defining character traits) with no regards to anyone who gets hurt or could get hurt in the process. 

also this is Entirely Personal preference but while the animation was stunning, the contrast in the medieval aesthetic and modern day technology just continually brought me out of the movie. which is too bad, because treasure planet and it’s 70/30 rule and aesthetic blend of old timey and big technology is one of my favourite things ever, but i think Nimona being 50/50 just... didn’t work for me. was also slightly disappointed that i figured out who the actual bad guy was before the queen’s death (and yet another movie with a black queen who Dies Instantly / a movie with literally queer men of colour being technical side characters to a white, allegorically queer main ‘female’ character). 

Ballister is a great protagonist, but due to his opposition of everything Nimona is personality and scheme wise, it feels like they’re almost running around in two separate stories. As well as like - he wanted to enjoy the Elite, Privileged, fighting force? An elite, privileged, entirely based on birthright system ruled by a Black queen before it was called into question, when it’s also a pretty clear allegory for the Police? The fact that this isn’t resolved - what’s going to happen to the Institute, is it going to be reformed or even better yet, disbanded (‘defunded’), is entirely left hanging as a plot thread, which doesn’t happen matters.

Halfway through the movie (specifically Nimona’s “or that sometimes I want to let them [kill me]”) is when I finally started to feel emotionally invested, but like two scenes later when Ambrosius’ stabbing was over dramatic rather than just letting the tone hold, I looked into the camera just... so incredibly unimpressed. The monopoly and shark dancing didn’t help.  

“She’s my friend.” “Aren’t I more than that?” so there were no aspec people in making this film. Got it. And Ballister’s heel face turn into calling Nimona a monster is also very quick, especially when his whole arc this movie is being unfairly demonized himself by the very same thing/people that are demonizing Nimona as well. The sheer harshness and length of the scene is also much longer and given time than him saving her, leaving that feeling kinda lopsided as well.

And Nimona’s issues I think are very evident in the fact the movie lets us see all the damage she’s causing at the end when she loses control, which is sad and tragic for her... but does not excuse or remove the real harm she’s bringing hundreds of other people. This is mitigated when she sacrifices herself to save the city, but given that her problem wasn’t necessarily selfishness so much as recklessness, and given that Ballister had literally just talked her down from suicide, it’s... Muddled to say the least.

And all of this ties back into the murky gender allegory of the movie. At its best, it’s very effective and very emotionally resonant (Nimona’s actual flashbacks and a couple of her conversations with Ballister. I can definitely see why people like it - hell, even I like it. “This monster is a threat to our entire way of life!” “What if we’re wrong?” kinda perfectly encapsulates were it falls flat to me, because queerness Is a threat to our current systems - capitalism, racism, cisheteropatriarchy founded on white gender essentialism. Queerness, particularly of gender, disrupts and should disrupt all those things; it’s a political identity just as much as personal one, both by choice and by societal circumstance.

TLDR; found the second half of the movie, overall, much stronger than the first, but with some bigger structural pitfalls. Animation was gorgeous, sense of humour didn’t overall work for me but that’s a personal thing, queer allegory was good but I would’ve liked some of the implications to be taken farther. I appreciate the movie for what it says about freedom of expression vs demonization by the upper class(es), and I think it’ll really resonant and be important to queer youth in their teens (a stage I am long past) figuring themselves and their place in an increasingly anti-trans political climate out, so I’m very glad it exists. It just wasn’t particularly groundbreaking, and wasn’t particularly up my alley. Which is kind of what I expected, but I am disappointed that I didn’t enjoy it more as a nonbinary person who loves story deconstructions, fantasy, and animation

[web-novel-polls]

Aroace-spec Character Tournament

[Please vote for who you believe has the most canon evidence to be aroace-spec, not the most popular. "Anti-Propaganda" that attacks other characters is NOT allowed. Please only give reasons to vote FOR a character.]

Propaganda underneath the cut

Liu Qingge from Scum Villain’s Self-Saving System

Submission 1: Gay Grayace

He spends most of his life with one interest and that's fighting and then when he falls for a man he's confused by it and proceeds to flirt in the most awkward way possible. Also he has the grey-white-sometimes purple colour scheme

Submission 2: Aroace

The idea of him being asexual is presented right there on the page and you can't take that away from me. Yes I think he is in love with sqq yes I also think he is aroace. He can be both!

Submission 3: Asexual/Ace-spec

I think he’s sex repulsed given his icy or horrified reactions when sexual topics are discussed. He was also once forcibly aroused when hit by an aphrodisiac, and he responded in a way that implied he had never experienced that before. Additionally, his instinct was not to do anything sexual, but to commit acts of violence.

Mod Propaganda

Canonically not interested in romance by word of God

MXTX: “[Liu Qingge] isn't interested in Shen Qingqiu. He isn't interested in anyone. He's only interested in fighting. He wants to be the strongest and the best.” (Source)

Canonically had no clue he was sexually aroused in the Succubi Extra / interpreted it as “wanting to fight” (which isn’t the same as not experiencing sexual attraction, but that’s also not a trademark of allosexuality)

Speaking of, he never specifically seems interested in Shen Qingqiu romantically or sexually - he’s usually shipped with him bc of his devotion, not a clear desire for romance. Though that’s pretty much just up for personal interpretation

Cale Henituse from Lout of the Count’s Family

Submission: Aroace

Not a speck of romantic interest in this man. The only thing he wants to do in bed is sleep

Mod Propaganda

Listen, if your motivation for over 900 chapters is loosely tied to building your ideal life (“the slacker life”), and you don’t even mention wanting to settle down with a romantic partner or have sex or whatever, sorry, but you’re aroace. You cannot escape it. /joking

Additional Note: Although the official title of this novel is "Lout of the Count's Family," it's also known as "Trash of the Count's Family," which will not be used for the tournament. It is an action story with no known romance plot involving the main character.

[darlingdivasworld]

HAISY: AN ANALYSIS

You guys are well aware of how obsessed I am with this ship. Them not being canon sometimes haunts me at night. I don't think I'll ever be ready to let them go. They were the only thing I took away from Season 8b besides from Clude and Kenzie.

After rewatching their scenes for the umpteenth time and feelings of revulsion towards the off screen and only like 3 on screen "romantic" scenes between Pascale and Heath, I felt the need to disect their feelings towards each other.

"Ew. Respectfully." - Daisy, Season 8 Episode 15

From those 2 words alone, I'm already intruiged in their dynamic, although very hostile from Daisy, but this only elevates them. Heath does everything in his power to come across as likeable to Daisy, which is ultimately (and temporarily) useless as Daisy believes Heath is still the mole. Heath's humble nature heavily contrasts with Daisy's pride and stubborness. Anyway, they work through their troubles and are made the Nationals duet partners which guarantees more screentime (as much as you can get when you're still sharing screentime with ex A-Troupe members). They both noticeably wear green in their outfits, highlighting their predetermined connection.

"I've done a lot of duets and I really like this one." - Heath, Season 8 Episode 18

Kingston comes in to help with duet, and both Daisy and Heath feel the pressure of being critiqued. The duet partners, after some time, decide to confide in each other about their feelings of doubt. If it wasn't obvious in Episode 15, it's crystal clear that these two are going to fall for each other. Even the TNS writers were onto this, evidently shown through their "moment" before Kingston interrupted them. He even states in his talking head, "I feel like maybe I'm interrupting something. I don't know what, but... something."

"As much as you think you're the one who's hurting right now, you hurt me a lot worse." - Heath, Season 8 Episode 21

I personally believe that this episode showcases Daisy's crush on Heath. I would also like to bring in the trope - A fell first, but B fell harder. Daisy IS B. Do you not see her using the excuse of more rehearsal time just to spend more time with Heath and her several questions about whoever Heath is meeting up with? Anyway, Daisy catches Heath meeting up with Lucien and Grace, and *angsty miscommunication* ensues. Now, I'm a hater for the miscommunication trope, BUT it is used so effectively here that I can't complain. Daisy does damage control on her feelings by reverting back to her former self and antagonising Heath. This obviously breaks Heath's heart because Daisy no longer trusts, temporarily breaking their connection.

"When we dance together, I know you won't let me down, and I need you to know that I won't let you down either." - Daisy, Season 8 Episode 25

It's the day of the Nationals duet, and Daisy and Heath are on bad terms. To rekindle their relationship, Daisy "kidnaps" Heath and forces him to clean mirrors with her while they talk about their feelings. Ignoring the logistics of time, their shenanigans are endearing and entertaining. Ships have different factors that help elevate them, and Haisy's banter, which is filled with humour, makes them all the more loveable. Daisy gives Heath a heartfelt apology, allowing them to make up and perform well in the duet round. ALSO, when it's announced that TNS have won Nationals, Daisy and Heath hug each other instinctively. Just thought that should be mentioned.

"Now it's just because I think you're really great Daisy and I want you to know that." - Heath Season 9 Episode 1

They're back and better than ever! Their chemistry and banter are off the charts alongside their newly established colour scheme of green and purple. Daisy wants to give Heath a present, but Heath inexplicably refuses it, causing Daisy to walk off. Ethan suggests to Heath that he should just get her a present so the two of them can exchange. Unfortunately, tickets to Daisy's favourite band are too expensive, so they can't go together, but Heath still buys Daisy a ticket regardless just because he knows it'll make her happy. THEY'RE SO IN LOVE I CAN'T CONTAIN MYSELF.

"I'll never have another duet partner like you." - Heath, Season 9 Episode 4

Ariana and Grace steal Daisy's bowstaff, preventing her from making A-Troupe, but as karma (and the power Daisy holds), Grace is unable to make it onto A-Troupe Daisy and Heath walk into a darkly lit Studio A as Heath rambles on about taking Grace down. However, Daisy has accepted her fate and reminds him that she wasn't prepared. Heath disagrees, claiming, "Daisy, I don't know if I can move on from this." This equating to everything they have together, duh! They have an emotional goodbye duet and hug for an eternity before finally letting go. The second that Daisy walks out the door, the remaining lights turn off, symbolising how lost Heath feels now: "I don't know what I'm going to do without Daisy." I bawled my eyes out when I first watched this, and a little bit of my heart aches every time I rewatch it.

In conclusion, Haisy remains an un-canon ship, which is baffling to some extent but also a relief as the writers couldn't break them up in a ridiculous fashion and have them never talk to each other again following the break up. Regardless, they were the highlight of Season 8 and showcased the writers' ability of character dynamics and drama relating to those characters which strengthens the relationship instead of being its detriment. (Thank you Kenzie for pairing them together, your service as dance captain is truly appreciated.)

[fraeuleintaka]

AAIC: Quality of Life Improvements

This is the 7th post in the Ace Attorney Investigations Collection Countdown: 74 days left until release!

Today's topic: the Quality of Life Improvements! These include chapter selection, story mode and a history function.

The history function has been there since the original release of Dual Destinies on 3DS and I wouldn't want to miss it. It's always useful to check a previous line when you accidentally tapped forward already or when you're not sure anymore about the exact words. Or when you didn't expect an exchange to end up being so funny so you forgot to screenshot the beginning which is probably the main reason I'm going to use it 😄

The story mode isn't really something for me, I love figuring everything out in AA. But it's definitely nice to have especially when you're stuck at a particular point and don't want to go through randomly presenting every piece of evidence you have (which is gonna take forever towards the end of I2-5 as it's the case with the most pieces of evidence in your possession at the same time in the entire series).

I noticed something else though while going through the images on the website and that is the new design of Miles' organizer (as seen here on the right)! Miles' evidence and profile files were also called his organizer in the original version of the games (as "court record" like it is in the main games wouldn't make any sense to have during investigations) but apart from the different colour scheme they were otherwise identical to the court record of the main games. For this remaster it looks like they redesigned the organizer completely so that it looks like an actual physical organizer with rings in the middle, paper pages, leather binding and everything! So pretty! It even has metal finishes for the edges and a leather pocket on the back page to slip something into. You can look through what Miles collected on the left page while the details are displayed on the right one with spaces marked for text and pictures, the evidence and profiles are separated by bookmarks on top of the pages and on the right there's a little sticky note that reads "Present" which I love to an unreasonable degree 😄 I keep finding things I absolutely adore about this collection!

The chapter selection I'm also not sure if I'm gonna use. I'm one who replays AA games in their entirety every time, especially the ones I love as much as the Investigations titles, and I don't want to skip any part of them. I'm sure it's gonna be useful for others though and who knows, maybe I'll feel like replaying some specific scenes at some point - like a certain someone's Logic Chess and following courtroom battle, for example 😉 If not, I will definitely go through all the chapter selection screens anyway just to see what all the different chapters are called. There are some parts I'm really curious about! According to this screenshot they also seem to have redesigned the episode title screens a little. In both Investigations games the covers for the episodes were specific characters important in the episode (like Miles for I1-1, for example) and different for each one. This they kept, of course, but they also added more background to them with another, differently coloured, image of the same character in action during the episode framed in one of the important locations of the episode. The colour chosen also seem to be specifically for each episode or character from what we can see, with this burgundy shade for Miles' episode and silver-blue-ish for Franziska's. Really looking forward to seeing what the other episode covers look like!

[lxrd-ren]

Uff BBH your recent skin lore is driving me insane

So this is his most recent skin. His greyscale colour scheme is due to his children, or his sunshines, being taken from him. However, there have been some new smaller additions that we are nearly completely in the dark about and could have crazy implications

Dark Patches:

First off, the day after q!Forever and q!Pac were given the antidote (Day 176), dark patches suddenly appeared all over him. Since these patches just appeared out of nowhere, I doubt it's part of the whole losing-colour-day-by-day as that happened over several days.

Theory 1:

Now, my main theory for what it could be is it is the Federation worker's blood (more specifically, the one q!Bad has locked up in his basement). Now, we can't confirm this mainly because we don't know what their blood looks like, or if they bleed at all. However, my main reasoning for this is the timing.

The last thing q!Bad did before the black patches appeared was threaten the worker with a weapon in his hand.

"Ok. Let's try this again. Where is my son?" - Day 175

^ This along with other quotes kind of implies that q!Bad has been torturing the worker for information

The next day, he didn't even acknowledge the patches and went about his business as usual, almost as if he already knew about it but didn't see a reason to bring it up.

Something to note also is that yesterday when q!Foolish asked if the blue spots on q!Bad were blood, he answered:

"I don't know. Maybe. Probably." -

^ Implies that q!Bad isn't that suprised at the possibility that there was blood on him. Again, q!Bad already seemed to know

Since then, we haven't seen the worker at all, therefore we don't know its condition, so I think that theory still stands. However, we know that q!Bad has been back to his basement many times over the past couple days. If at any point we see any new patches or the current patches grow larger, especially if he had ended stream heading towards / in his basement the previous day, we can assume that it is indeed the workers blood

Theory 2:

The other theory is that it's not the worker's blood but rather q!Bad's blood instead. The same thing applies here where since we don't know q!Bad's species or seen him bleed (outside of the default minecraft red when someone is shot), we still don't know what colour the blood would be if he does infact bleed.

What I think makes this theory less believable is again the timing of it. It wouldn't make sense if q!Bad enters his basement, threatens a trapped worker with a weapon, and HE is the one who comes out bleeding.

I think the only way it could make sense is if you assume that after q!Bad tortured the worker or whatever, he then went to the soul vulture cage and let himself get hurt enough to leave him bleeding. But again thats based off an assumption.

Plus, in the past q!Bad has left himself in the same soul vulture cage (whilst allowing himself to be hurt by them) and came out without the dark patches. Why would the dark patches only appear now?

Not to mention q!Bad always has tons of healing potions, food aswell as an auto-feed upgrade on him, including whenever he goes into the cage. I doubt he would let himself get low enough so that he starts to bleed. Besides, the point of him allowing himself to be hurt by the soul vultures is so they feed off of him, so surely it would be counter productive for him to allow himself to get that low on health.

And that's ignoring the implications that q!Bad is extremely powerful. I mean the guy might have sunk Atlantis, would he really be that hurt by a couple of these things?

Theory 3:

I will admit this theory is a little less complicated but even so. The black patches may just be his skin slowly showing through rips and tears in his clothing. Since his hood covers most of his face and his clothing covers everything else, we don't know for sure what his skin colour is. And so, there is the possibility that his skin colour is indeed black.

The main evidence that supports that theory is ofcourse the soul vulture cage. Although this is again going off based on the assumption q!Bad went to the cage after torturing the worker

Whilst I still don't think q!Bad would allow himself to get low enough for him to bleed, I do think it's possible that the soul vultures could rip through clothing

Blue Spots:

Next, the most recent addition that appeared only yesterday, the blue spots. Since we have little to no information about this, I'll just state lil facts here and there and possibilities but not full-fledged out theories yet

The spots are faint but noticeable, and again, are everywhere on his body

First things first; is this related to the black patches? The answer is: Maybe?

If we take a look at the spots and note the placement of them, we know that, conveniently, all the spots are in a black patch. It could be that the blue spots are a side-effect of the black patches / whatever caused the black patches in the first place

I saw someone post about this but the blue could be blood. And again, this is possible both for the worker (whom is implied to have been tortured recently) and q!Bad (letting himself be hurt by the vultures). I doubt the blood is the vultures blood as there has never been an indication that they have been hurt at all

Another thing I saw someone point out is the colour is kind of similar to the vultures aswell as the item they drop. Since we know q!Bad has been experimenting with them, that could of led to some unforseen effects on him. Such as, the blue leaking onto him

Now, I dont think it's an infection. My reasoning is that the colours would surely be the same on q!Bad, but it's not, it's much more darker and dull.

However, I also don't think it's the side effects of making the potion using the heart. Why? Well, when making potions, you use your hands, no? If the potion is simply rubbing off onto him whilst he's making the potion, then why would it get everywhere, including his hood?

That's it really, whatever the real reasoning behind all this is, I'm excited to find out. Also, you guys can leave your opinions on the theories aswell as add your own theories in the tags if you like 👍

[nacricissa]

9 people you want to know better

Huge thanks to @squarebracket-trick for tagging me with only small amounts of sarcasm per my request to be included in the fun!

Currently Reading: The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing and the Future of the Human Race, by Walter Isaacson. I think this is the same book I was reading the last time I was tagged in this game. I read nonfiction slowly.

Last song I listened to: Spotify seems to believe it was The Chain by Fleetwood Mac and I have no evidence to contradict that.

Currently Watching: I am on Season 8 of Smallville, which I have been thoroughly enjoying. It is very strange to watch TV from that era though, because the way computers are treated is truly hilariously wrong.

Current Fic I'm reading: I love that this implies I could stop reading in the middle of a fic. I woke up at 1:30 pm today because last night I finished reading Light As A Feather (Heavy As The Burden I Carry) by @havenoffandoms and @creativwit. It's heavy reading (ED TW), but masterfully done.

Current Obsession: I have made an infinite mana deck in standard (uh I play Magic: The Gathering, if you don't, apologies for the seemingly random set of words I'm about to spew). It's an Agatha's Soul Cauldron deck (Sleep-cursed faerie+ Kami of Whispered Hopes) though it's easier to assemble the win using Patchwork Crawler, even though it's more mana intensive because then you can search all the parts with Fauna Shaman. The win is with Triskadecaphile, either on board drawing to the alternate win con, or if you have an untappable Fauna Shaman, you can search for Ulvenwald Oddity with the first creature you draw, then transform it to give everything haste and win with combat damage on the spot. The interaction package is mostly creatures because Fauna Shaman, Malevolent Hermit, Tishana's Tidebinder and Colossal Skyturtle. Tishana's is especially useful when trying to win when an opponent has Sheoldred on board, you can Fauna Shaman it up if you draw a creature before you run out of life.

Favourite Colour: Lavender and Indigo. Really, the colour scheme of my pfp is my favourite colours, I had it comissioned for a reason.

Spicy, Sweet, Savory or Salty: Big fan of the savory.

Relationship Status: Not really looking for romance, in QPR with best friend.

Last thing I googled: Well now it's the fic I read last night cause I wanted to find the link, uh before that? I was trying to find this post, as if search is an effective way to locate things you're looking for on Tumblr.

Song stuck in my head: Well now it's Mr Blue Sky by Electric Light Orchestra because while looking for the post to link for the last question I saw a post that contained the lyrics... Before that probably John Williams is the Man.

Favourite Food: It's a one-pan thing with chicken, broccoli, red peppers, minute rice and a sauce made of brocoli cheese soup and chicken broth. It takes maybe fifteen minutes to cook after you've cut everything up, it's good hot or cold, it reheats well, truly a masterful thing and I only have to wash one pan when I'm done!

Dream Trip: I intend to tour Cascadia with my best friend. We might even go to visit the Quileute reserve (that beach looks great) give them the tourism bucks they deserve for having their legends taxidermized like that.

Tagging @magic-is-something-we-create, @lesorciercanadien, @neural-cactus-is-lonely, @bargainbincheese, @wonder-stuck, @chauceryfairytales, @a-had-matter, @threebooksoneplot and @mk-writes-stuff if you'd care to answer some or all of these questions about your fine selves.

[tackminyard]

trace evidence covers ranked

okay last one

us/aus & nz. love the blue colour scheme love downtown charleston yes and yes 9/10 for the first one. 2/10 for the second because there was literally no mention of wolves yet. this is the prequel guys. tory hasn't even been to loggerhead. coop wasn't even born. this is maybe the one book where you can't just slap a wolf on the cover and say it works. it doesn't.

us/aus & nz. i'm going to give these both a 5/10 because this is really dull.

us/aus & nz. NOW we're talking. the robot arm is great. the other one is just the same fucking cover as the last one but in blue. 8/10 and 4/10 because i'm actively subtracting points for repeating the same cover twice

us because apparently no one else cared enough to give spike its own cover. it's fine! it's representative. the cake got spiked. i don't like the colour but i'm not taking points off for it. 7/10

us/uk. i like the us cover, although purple is kind of an odd choice, but whatever. 7.5/10

i…have so many things to say about the uk cover and none of them are positive. who the FUCK are those two supposed to be??? stop picking random white boys to portray ben. tory would not be wearing eyeliner. where are her freckles. why is her eyebrow meticulously shaped. neither of those people are virals characters. 1/10 fuck this shit for real and that font is ugly

czech (all of trace evidence). this is so funny. i don't even know why. the blurry ass pixels with the perfectly focused eyes. still eyeliner and no freckles but that girl is infinitely more toryish than the last one and this is just from looking at her eyes. i'm giving it a 7/10 on vibes alone. every cover should be this goofy.

i think what we've concluded from this experience is that if you're going to design a cover with people on it maybe you should fucking check what they look like!

[queergaygaygaygay]

The dumbest thing the transphobes are saying about Gwen being seen as trans:

“Peoples are saying she trans because of her colour scheme but, if we did this with Miles, that would make him a Nazi.”

This is very much an edgelord statement that I usually wouldn’t argue with but, if you remember the other pieces of evidence, it can be quite funny.

People think Gwen is trans mainly for three reasons:

1. Gwen’s colour scheme and how it is used in the film to emphasise Gwen’s emotions.

2. Her story is a massive trans allegory.

3. The multiple trans pride flags seen in her family’s apartment which indicate either a deep allyship or that the character is trans (I’ve explained my feelings on this in a previous post).

This last point brings us to what I find so funny. If Miles or anyone had the flag of the German Reich (the one featuring a swastika in a white circle on a red background) in their bedroom I would assume they were a nazi.

Their point that, if Gwen is trans, because colour scheme, then Miles must be a nazi, only disproves the notion of Gwen’s transness if you ignore all other evidence. If you add the other two areas of evidence, it somewhat supports Gwen’s transness because, if Miles had a nazi flag in his room, you would assume he was a nazi, so, if we apply the same logic to Gwen, Gwen is trans.

Of course this is just vaguely right wing bullshit but I always find it interesting how people disprove themselves.

[cfc8955]

1. Artist Research: Nadav Kander (Week 4) 

Images below were sourced from: https://www.nadavkander.com/portraits/portraits/single. 

A mid-shot of Stanley Tucci, where he is sat on a stool at a 3/4 angle. He holds a large piece of glass/PVC in from of his chest, opening the environment of the photo. This clear material could be read as a blurring of identity, where his face is slightly obscured. A strong light shines from the left, as only the left side of his face is lit - there is no evidence of a second light as his right side is cast only in shadows. The lighting is cool, with the only warmth being the red of his suit. 

 Similar colour scheme to Stanley Tucci’s with red highlights and cool tones. The lighting is also similar with the strong main light coming from the right - however this time there is a supporting light that softly shines red on the left side of his face. His black suit contrasts nicely against the simple studio background, and the shadows cast across his face from the sidelight create beautiful definition and detail on his skin.  

From the same shoot as the previous image, however this time there is more of an artistic approach. There is evidence of the use of a long shutter speed and layering of different exposures - I’m not sure whether this was done during the shoot or in post-production. Due to this use of a long shutter speed, there are fewer sharp edges and as a result the image feels a lot softer. I like how Willem Dafoe’s face is still distinguishable in this image, as the use of this camera setting can often lose definition in the subject matter. I imagine there was a lot of experimentation before landing on this final result.  

This is a very strong close-up of Kenneth Branagh, where our focus is on the right side of his face. It’s beautiful how much detail is seen on his face, in his skin, stubble and eyes. It feels like a very personal image (especially with the strong direct eye-contact), despite the viewer most likely having never met this person. We simply only know of him through the screen. Our main light source is once again quite cool and coming from the right (where our focus is). There is also the addition of what seems to be two coloured red lights, reflecting on the top right and left side of his face. This adds a little warmth back into the portrait, despite such a heavy presence of cold light. 

[webironmongeryofficial1]

Why Brass Sliding Door Handles Are the Best Choice for Your Home: Style, Durability, and Functionality

Sometimes, people overlook replacing the sliding door handles in their home. However, the correct handle can improve the overall look of your home. Brass sliding door knobs, in particular, have become one of the most popular options for homeowners seeking a combination of style, durability, and functionality. Brass sliding door handles add the perfect finishing touch to any closet, patio, or interior sliding door.

But what makes brass such a popular choice for sliding door handles? Let's look at why brass is such a popular choice and the different advantages of using brass handles on your sliding doors.

The Timeless Appeal of Brass

Brass, a copper-zinc alloy, has been a popular material for door hardware for ages due to its beauty, strength, and versatility. Brass' warm, golden tone conveys timeless elegance, making it ideal for both modern and traditional décor. Unlike other metals, which can be chilly or utilitarian, brass adds warmth and sophistication to any door.

Brass has a long history, with evidence of its use dating back thousands of years to ancient civilisations such as Egypt and Rome. Its popularity has only grown over time, owing to its unique combination of aesthetic appeal and durability. Brass's distinctive colour—which ranges from bright yellow to deep, rich gold—allows metal to complement a wide range of materials and design styles. Many settings, such as luxury hotels, high-end residential residences, rustic cottages, and futuristic lofts, utilise brass handles.

Whether you want a vintage, industrial, or contemporary style, brass works well with a wide range of design schemes. Its rich colour complements wood, glass, and stone, highlighting the natural textures around them. Furthermore, when brass ages, it develops a unique patina that many homeowners find appealing, adding character to the hardware.

Brass is making a big comeback in modern design. People like its ability to provide a touch of elegance without being overbearing. Whether you're outfitting a living room door or an external patio door, brass sliding door handles provide warmth and beauty to your home's entryways.

Benefits of Brass Sliding Door Handles

Brass sliding door handles are not only lovely; they also provide several benefits, making them an excellent choice for both utility and appearance.

1. Durability and longevity.

Brass is highly durable and resistant to wear and tear. Unlike plastic or wood, metal does not break, chip, or fade with time. It's a sound investment for sliding doors that are frequently used. Brass's tenacity makes it ideal for both interior and exterior sliding doors, since it can survive the elements while maintaining its beauty.

The durability of brass is determined not only by its appearance but also by its performance. Brass sliding door handles are durable enough to withstand everyday use, whether it's a closet door that is opened multiple times each day or a heavy external door that is pushed and pulled in all weather situations.

Brass's strength also ensures that it will not warp or degrade with time, especially when exposed to extreme temperatures. This makes it particularly suitable for doors that must survive environmental changes, such as patio or garden sliding doors.

2. Antimicrobial properties.

One of the lesser-known advantages of brass is its antibacterial properties. Brass, like copper, is naturally antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral. This makes brass sliding door knobs a perfect choice for high-traffic locations such as patio doors, closet doors, and even bathroom sliding doors.

Choosing brass keeps your home hygienic by reducing germ development on often-used surfaces. In today's society, where sanitation and cleanliness are paramount, brass provides an additional layer of protection for your family.

This is why brass is commonly used in high-traffic areas, commercial spaces, and hospital settings, where its antibacterial characteristics can help prevent the transmission of illness. Choosing brass knobs not only improves the beauty of your doors but also the cleanliness and safety of your living environment.

3. Style versatility

Brass sliding door handles come in a variety of designs, making them appropriate for any home style. Whether you like a sleek, modern handle or a more ornate, vintage-style knob, there is a brass alternative to suit your preferences. Some of the most prevalent designs are:

• Contemporary design features clean lines and a brushed or polished finish, ideal for minimalist homes.

• Vintage handles have delicate engravings and are ideal for vintage or antique interiors.

• Industrial: Matte brass finishes complement exposed brick, steel, and wood.

Brass can be used in a number of settings, including rural farmhouses and ultra-modern metropolitan flats. One of the reasons for the long-standing popularity of this material is its ability to adapt to a wide range of styles. A brass sliding door handle would look wonderful in any setting, from a coastal-inspired getaway to a sleek modern condo.

Brass sliding door handles also come in a variety of finishes, including polished, matte, and antiqued, giving you even more options for matching the appearance you're striving for. A polished brass handle adds brightness and sparkle to your door, while an aged or brushed finish gives it a more subdued, rustic appearance. Whatever you choose, brass will always improve the aesthetics of your door.

4. Weather Resistance.

Brass is extremely resistant to the environment, making it an excellent choice for outside sliding doors. Brass, unlike several other metals, does not rust or corrode when exposed to rain, snow, or sunlight. Instead, it acquires a deep patina, which many homeowners find appealing. Regular cleaning and polishing can maintain the pristine appearance of your brass handles.

When used on exterior doors, brass handles offer a vintage feel, especially as they age and develop their unique patina. The gradual transition of brass as it interacts with the elements lends character and depth to the gear, generating a sense of timelessness. Positively, this natural ageing process transforms each brass handle into a unique piece of history with its own story.

For those who want to keep the original, glossy appearance, put a protective lacquer on the handles to avoid tarnishing. However, many individuals enjoy the aged appearance of brass handles, enjoying the depth and richness that comes with patina.

5. Low maintenance.

One of the distinguishing features of brass sliding door handles is their ease of maintenance. Brass requires only occasional cleaning to maintain its beauty. To remove tarnish, mix vinegar and salt together, or use a store-bought brass cleaner for a speedier solution. For those who like a more antique appearance, brass naturally develops a patina over time, requiring little maintenance and adding rustic appeal to your house.

Brass sliding door handles should be dusted on a regular basis and polished on occasion. The natural oxidation process that brass goes through only enhances its attractiveness, giving it a distinct look that adds individuality to your home. Even if the brass tarnishes slightly, the rich, golden tones give it an antique, timeless look that some homeowners appreciate. 

Brass sliding door handles are ideal for both interior and exterior doors.

Interior Sliding Doors

Brass sliding door handles add a refined touch to interior doors and can complement a number of home types. Brass handles are an attractive and functional addition to any sliding closet door, room divider, or barn-style door. Their variety in design allows them to flow perfectly into both modern and classic settings, while their warmth adds to the overall atmosphere of the area.

Interior sliding doors are frequently less exposed to the weather; thus, brass knobs are easy to keep in these circumstances. Weather won't cause them to corrode or deteriorate, which makes them perfect for frequently used indoor rooms. Brass sliding door knobs can enhance any home, be it a minimalist bedroom, a sleek kitchen, or a cosy living space.

Exterior Sliding Doors

Brass is also a good choice for outdoor sliding doors that lead to a patio, garden, or balcony. Brass is resistant to weather conditions and can withstand outdoor exposure, especially when treated with a protective coating or lacquer. The metal's tendency to patina with time gives it a timeless, weathered appearance that fits the natural environment of your outdoor locations.

Brass handles will maintain their beauty without rusting or eroding, whether your property is in a coastal area with saltwater or in a dry, desert climate. This makes brass an excellent choice for patio doors, French doors, and even sliding glass doors. Over time, your brass doorknobs will develop a deep patina, adding to the attractiveness of your home's exterior.

How to select the right brass sliding door handle for your home

Choosing the appropriate brass sliding door handle necessitates considering various variables to ensure it suits your area both effectively and aesthetically.

1. Design and Style: Consider the overall style of your room. A sleek, polished brass handle will complement your modern or minimalist interior's clean lines. For more classic or vintage settings, try an artistically designed handle with antique finishes.

2. To ensure a perfect fit, measure the sliding door thickness and installation requirements for the brass handle. This will help to prevent installation complications and provide a secure, effective handle.

3. Finishes: Brass can be polished, brushed, antique, or matte. Consider which finish will work best with your door and surrounding décor. A polished brass finish looks bright and brilliant, whereas an antique finish has a more aged, rustic aspect.

4. Functionality: Some brass sliding door handles include built-in locks and privacy functions. If you're using the handle on a bedroom or bathroom door, search for options with locking mechanisms to increase security and privacy.

5. Maintenance: Polished brass offers a high-maintenance style with consistent shine. If you prefer the look of an ageing patina, you can choose a more natural finish that will age naturally over time.

Final Thoughts

Brass sliding door handles are a timeless and practical option for homeowners who want both flair and utility. Brass handles, with their durability, antibacterial characteristics, and variety of design options, are the ideal finishing touch for any sliding door in your home. Whether you're outfitting interior doors or adding elegance to outside sliding doors, brass knobs not only improve the look of your property but also provide long-term benefits.

By selecting brass sliding door handles, you are investing in a material that combines elegance, strength, and low maintenance, making them an excellent choice for your next home improvement project. With their timeless charm and unparalleled functionality, brass handles will lend a touch of richness and warmth to your living spaces for many years to come.

FAQs for Brass Sliding Door Handles

1. Why should I choose brass sliding door handles?

Brass sliding door handles are popular because of their durability, classic design, and antibacterial characteristics. They complement a variety of home types, from modern to historic, and are corrosion-resistant, making them suitable for both interior and exterior doors.

2. How do I care for brass sliding door handles?

To keep brass handles in excellent condition, clean them on a regular basis with a soft cloth. To remove tarnish, use a vinegar-and-salt solution or a specialised brass cleaner. If you desire an antique appearance, let the brass acquire a patina organically, which requires little maintenance.

3. Are brass sliding door handles appropriate for external doors?

Yes, brass is weather resistant and ideal for outside sliding doors. It can survive exposure to the elements and, with careful maintenance, retains its look. It gradually develops a natural patina, which adds to its rustic character.

4. Do brass sliding door handles require regular cleaning?

Brass handles require little maintenance to maintain their lustre. Depending on the finish, you may need to clean them periodically to remove tarnish, especially if you desire a dazzling appearance. Regular dusting is sufficient to keep the handles in excellent shape.

5. Will the brass handles tarnish over time?

Yes, brass tarnishes and acquires a patina with time. Some homeowners love the weathered appearance, while others prefer to keep the original lustre with frequent washing and polishing.

6. Are brass sliding door handles simple to install?

Yes, brass sliding door handles are simple to install, particularly if they include the essential hardware and instructions. Before installing the handle, measure the thickness of the door and confirm that it fits firmly.

7. Are brass sliding door handles environmentally friendly?

Yes, brass is recyclable, making it an environmentally beneficial option. Choosing brass hardware reduces waste and is a more environmentally friendly alternative for home renovation tasks.