#feel free to add your additions to obvi

[substitious-bastard]

Non canon discworld things i love

Nanny has dyscalculia

Granny has dyslexia and is ace

Death is aroace

Captain carrot is autistic and aro spec

angua is bi as hell

Tiffany is aroace and autistic

Lipwig and vimes both have adhd but like at opposite ends of the spectrum

lipwig and adora are both bi

otto, sacharissa and william are all dating

Ridcully has adhd and autism

Polly/Oliver is genderfluid and pansexual (I’m not projecting I swear)

Maladict is trans and uses he/they pronouns

Everyone in the monstrous regiment is some form of fruity exept shufti who is absolutely fighting for her life as the token straight

blouse is just a confused himbo

jade such a butch

Nobby likes experimenting with his gender presentation and def has a drag persona

Rincewind has anxiety and ptsd and probably some chronic pain (I headcanon him needing a cane most of the time) his hat is also a comfort item

vetinari and sybil are besties (i will die on this hill)

Im definitely missing some but I’ll just reblog this with additions while I’m rereading the books

edit bcs people keep saying stuff is canon: you are totally right, this started as me listing hcs but sorta just became me waxing lyrical abt my favourite characters

[vampira-de-la-cruz]

romantic nicknames/pet names in spanish

Cause i’ve seen some truly atrocious use of google translate in recent (nandermo) fics and i don’t want to bash any1 cause obvi they just didn’t know n it wasn’t on purpose so the answer isn’t to bitch but instead try to educate.

let’s start with the most popular and used one’s meanings, then some more specific ones, and end w/ what to probably not do but like if you wanna go for it, do it, im not the boss of u

Amor - Love (can have ‘mi’ which means ‘my’ before it (“mi amor”) but that’s no necessary; can be used like “babe”)

Cariño - Darling (ok, roughly darling?? means ‘one who is cared for’ with the implication you are the one who cares for them, cariño (the noun) also means affection) 

Cielo - Sky/Heaven (this ones what it says on the tin, like ‘amor’, can have ‘mi’ before it; kinda saying that they’re your heaven? but its not that deep, tbh. also can be ‘cielito’ which mean ‘little sky/heaven’ and is more cutesy)

Mi vida - My life (this one can’t be separated from the ‘mi’)

Corazón - Heart (i see this one used rarely? but its also used. also you can say ‘mi corazón’ too)

Other names:

Tesoro - Treasure (show stopping, spectacular imo, you can also use ‘mi tesoro’ if u want which is also /chef’s kiss/ in my opinion)

Gordo/a - Fat [person] (ok so this is a cultural thing, but anyone can be called gordo (masculine) or gorda (femenine) regardless of whether theyre fat or not, its just like a Thing. also can be expressed as ‘gordito/a’ which means ‘little fat one’)

Flaco/a - Thin [person] (like the last one, not necessarily literal, can be used for anyone - flaco (m) and flaca (f). alsooooo in some places ‘flacos’ (plural) is informal for ‘partner’ (tienes flaco = do you have a partner, son flacos = they’re partners, etc.) and typically used by/around young ppl (kinda like gf/bf??))

Additonal comments: calling people ‘baby’ isn’t really a common romantic thing? like yes the english word ‘baby’ in spanish convo is romantic but ‘nene/a’ isn’t really (in my experience, different places have different customs). ‘bebe’ is also rare, tho. 

Make most pet names diminutive/cutesy w/ -ito/a. I will do so for everything on the list: Amorcito, cariñito, cielito, corazoncito, tesorito. Be warned that most of these are so cutesy some are even cringey??? so like. tread lightly lmao. Also, the one’s you can add ‘Mi’ before are amor, cielo, corazón, and tesoro; the rest you could too? ig?? but its not really used.

sidenote, this is not to dissuade or discourage any1 from using google translate, like, its fine, its a useful tool and makes do when its one word out of 20k or whatever, but sometimes these little things bring native speakers out of it so like i wanted to share this list to do so! if you want to hunt for some odd ones on ur own, the word for nickname in spanish is ‘apodo’, so maybe googling “apodos romanticos” will help get u some hidden gems. but like, keeping it basic like this is fine as well.

ok! so that’s ceci’s helpful list. if any of y’all have any questions, feel free to send an ask/dm me! if any1 has any additions/corrections, you are more than welcome to rb w/ those. also if any1 who knows/speaks Farsi or Greek wants to add stuff they know, i would absolutely adore that! ok that’s it, go forth and write cute spanish addendums to words of adoration <33

[zuppizup]

Hi! Please just ignore this if this question is weird and convoluted, I figured you’d be a good person to ask because you’re one of my fav fic authors and we’ve had a couple interactions in the past (I don’t expect you’d remember me lol) Anyway, I wanted to ask some questions about leaving comments on fics, obvi not all authors are the same but I’d really value your opinion. I read a lot of fanfic and I frequently see posts from authors talking about how valuable and enjoyable comments are, I don’t often leave comments but I’d really like to be offering that response and engagement. My issue is I have hella social anxiety and overthink the whole thing until I convince myself it would be better not to say anything. I think it would be a good challenge for me to push through that, and I think it would help to have some consistency in what I say. This is all a decidedly long winded way to ask if leaving comments just outlining my fav parts of a fic/chapter is good or helpful feedback? Also is it appropriate to comment regarding spelling issues and grammar mistakes? (I; a dyslexic queen of run-on sentences am obvi a connoisseur of the english language) So um yeah, thank you regardless of whether you want to respond ✌🏼

Hello! I most certainly do remember you! I think most creators have a pretty good memory for people who interact with their stuff. Certainly the ones I talk to do. ☺️

I absolutely get where you’re coming from with comment anxiety. I get it all the time myself! I was actually talking about it with some of the fandom writers recently. In fact, I often put off reading fics I’m super excited for until I have the time and energy to comment. I don't think that's particularly unusual either.

As a writer I most certainly adore getting comments. Short ones, long ones. A comment that’s just “kudos” or a smilie?

Love it! Someone read my stuff and took the time to leave me a wee note? They are precious and to be loved.

But a comment saying what someone liked about the chapter?! Oh, those are the absolute best! I can't think of a writer I've spoken to who doesn't love that style of comment.

When it comes to spelling and grammar, well, things get a little more complicated. I personally would much prefer someone point out a mistake like that to me. I don't have a beta (beta anxiety is real!) and I have a number of ways of editing a fic to try and capture typos, but they are sneaky and slip through. AO3 especially makes it quick and easy to edit a typo and boom, fic is better and more easy to read. Love that.

Some people are writing fic for fun though, and would rather not get comments like that. Which is totally fair and valid.

Your best bet is to see if the writer has a statement or notes saying they welcome constructive criticism. If not, I think it is probably best to err the side of caution.

For me personally, any type of comment is welcome and cherished. I yeet fics into the universe because otherwise they will go round and round in my head, so it’s really lovely that there is a community of people who read, kudos and comment on fics.

The Dragon Prince fandom really is one of the nicest, most welcoming fandoms this grandma has been in (and I’ve been in a few). I’ve made quite a few friends through commenting on fics and art, so there’s that angle too, if you are interested in developing fandom friendships.

Ultimately, we’re all here to have fun and enjoy the show. If commenting makes you anxious, it’s totally fine not to. People understand and you definitely shouldn’t do anything that makes you uncomfortable. If you really do want to try, you can just start small. Even a little emoji or a couple of words can make a difference in a writer’s day.

And if anyone has any tips, additions or comments, feel free to add them!

[catcze]

YAY my fav koko main is back! how are you doing today?

genshin is literally testing my patience rn because of yae. like… i just want her so i could stare at her with heart eyes all day; she’s so pretty bdjcndjk. but since ayato and jade cutter are coming, i gotta skip her </3. why do am i attracted to pretty 2d men and swords /lh.

earlier i was thinking of kokomi and went, “she’s so pretty.” imo she has the best design in the game; i mean, look at her?,$:!&,&;& (and maybe also because her vas are pretty too send help bsjcjdj.) i was thinking of pulling her too but i’ll just wait until her third rerun </3.

speaking of which, can you give me tips on how to use + build her? when i used her as a trial character in the potion event, i was struggling lmao. —vera

Vera darling omg im sooo sorry this is late–– I literally fell asleep just a bit before u sent this and i was busy most of the day aaAA <//3

But !! I'm super duper glad to see you tho :DD And good luck on ur ayato and jade summons!! I hope you manage to get them asapppp

As for the Kokomi tips, sure!! I'd love to give you a couple <3 This is a little long, and I'm doing these off the top of my head so it might be a bit disorganized, but I hope it helps! (this is long I’m sO sorry)

Okok, so there are mainly 2 ways to play Kokomi: Either you play her supportively for her skill, which is her jellyfish, or you play her as a DPS. Personally, I go DPS Kokomi, but that's because mine is high invested and crowned atp ajksdnsa

Building her is, like, super easy lmao. an hp/hp/healing bonus set is one of the basic and most universal Kokomi sets, no matter what playstyle you're going for, and you don't need to worry about substats much at all. Going for ER or flat hp in the subs is pretty good, but you don't need to stress over it too much.

Viable Kokomi sets are maiden beloved, ocean hued clam, tenacity of the millelith, (and for DPS purposes) heart of depth.

Since it’s not uncommon to have Kokomi as the lone hydro character, she needs a lot of ER, depending on your weapon + how often she stays on the field. A good baseline would be 180 ER to get your burst on cooldown, and just adjust n test to see what suits you. 

If you play her fully as a support, you're either going to be using her jellyfish as a hydro applicator in freeze/electrocharge teams, and you'll be using her burst only to refresh the duration of her jellyfish. She isn't as useful in vaporize teams though, since her hydro application can't keep up with characters like Xiangling and Hu Tao, so she's not as popular in those.This is the one where you build her hp/hp/healing bonus. As a support, tenacity is one of her really good sets, since she can use both the additional hp, and her jellyfish is able to proc the 4pcs effect, which adds to the team's overall damage. maiden and clam are also good options, though and feel free to mix and match 2pc sets across the three sets if you need. Viable weapons for support Kokomi are Thrilling Tales (good for buffing the entire team's DPS) prototype amber for the heals, or even sacrificial fragments, if you're not used to popping her burst to refresh her jellyfish duration, and you need a cooldown to ensure full uptime on her hydro application.

Playing support Kokomi is super easy lmao–– basically just pop into the field, cast your skill, then before its 12 second duration is up, you switch to her, cast her burst to refresh the duration of the jellyfish, then swap back out. This ensures that your skill will be off cooldown by the time the refreshed jellyfish expires for good, and you'll be able to keep 100% uptime on your heals and hydro application!

Another way to use Kokomi’s skill is in the sukokomon team. It’s a bit complex, but it does surprisingly high damage and even with low investment, so it’s worth checking out. 

Now, DPS Kokomi is my personal favorite and what i currently have (sort of.) This is the one where you obvi deal damage with her in her burst, often using Kokomi's normal attacks to proc reactions. One of her best (and honestly most fun and satisfying) team comps is a taser comp, (I fondly call my taser team Electrofish) It’s basically Kokomi with Raiden/Beidou/Fischl/Kazuha/Sucrose to make the most of rapid fire electrocharged reactions, with viridescent shreds from the anemo characters. Here, the viable sets are 4pcs clam (for that spicy phys dmg every few seconds) or 4pcs HoD. Mainstats you want are hp/hydro/ healing bonus, with ER and flat hp/hp% and some attack%. As for weapons, moonglow is definitely her best, though prototype amber and even the hakushin ring are viable. 

In an electrocharge team, the rotations might vary depending on who you use, but the general pattern is kokomi E – Electro offield supports (raiden E, fischl E, beidou Q) – anemo chara’s skills/burst for the vv shred – Kokomi’s Q. Now, when you normal attack with Kokomi, it’s not very recommended to use her charged attack, since it takes up time and stamina. It’s generally best to normal attack twice, then dash cancel her animation, then rinse and repeat. 

Personally, I run a dps/hybrid Kokomi, since I mainly use her in co-op (and because the clam domain hates me and hasn’t given me a decent hydro dmg artifact smh) and I’ve built her on hp/hp/healing, with Everlasting Moonglow so she heals a really good amount while also doing damage while in her burst + capitalizing on the damage from the clam’s bubble. 

ajshdbasj that’s all i can think up rn–– i hope it helped a bit vera!! I’m sorry if it’s a bit of an info overload, love ^^ Good luck on ur pulls!! <3 SMOOCH <33

[cynthiajayusa]

Seven Gay Tips for Throwing the Perfect Labor Day Party

For many of us, Labor Day is summer’s last hurrah. It’s the weekend when we put away the beach chairs, condition the twinks to go to bed earlier, and mentally prepare ourselves for the colder seasons ahead.

Considering the depressing nature of all that Labor Day symbolically signifies, it’s more than enough reason to throw one last shindig. To make your final fun-in-the-sun party a success, here are a few things you can do to help your guests remember you fondly as they head into fall.

1. Limit the guest list

This won’t be as hard as it seems since a lot of people head out of town to get in that one last trip to the beach, woods, or wherever else it is they wanna fuck to spice up their relationship after dark.

Evite is the eco-friendly alternative I live by when sending out invitations – and perfectly appropriate for a Labor Day fete – but more thoughtful DIY invitations can be made with just a few steps. By keeping the list short, you’ll reduce the amount of prep and clean-up work you’ll have to do, and you’ll have more quality time to spend with individual guests.

2. Decorate but don’t overdo it 

The old idiom “less is more” is in our collective lexicon for a reason – a little bit goes a long way. A few well-placed votive candles and brightly colored lanterns can make your patio pop while a simple yet well-dressed table can create an upscale aesthetic. Use real plates and silverware instead of paper and plastic products, and keep cloth napkins together with personalized party favors you made yourself.

3. Keep the menu simple but surprising 

Come August, most of us are sick of hamburgers and hot dogs – or at least the gut-busting buns (why are we even werking out, kweens?!).

Sure, they’re an American staple, but how much processed meat can one eat over the course of a few months? (I once attended a party where the box of frozen burgers said grade-A meat, not beef. No thank you!) Instead, treat your guests to grilled salmon, mushroom bruschetta, shrimp shish kebab, BBQ pizza, and light-and-refreshing pasta salads that leave them satisfied but not stuffed.

4. Create a signature cocktail 

Rather than buying umpteen bottles of liquor to accommodate every drinker’s preference, choose one spirit to serve as the main ingredient in a signature drink.

An easy-breezy crowd pleaser is the adult Arnold Palmer with one part sweet-tea vodka and two parts lemonade poured into a pitcher of ice. So the kids (and your alcohol-free guests) don’t feel left out, create the same cocktail in a virgin version. Add lemon wedges and fresh mint and serve. If you’re serving beer as well, choose one full flavor and one light beer selection – Corona and Amstel Light, for example.

Like the liquor, you don’t have to feel obligated to pick up a six-pack of everyone’s favorite brew. E-mail your menu ahead of time and inform guests that they’re welcome to bring anything that’s not on the list.

5. Don’t forget the desserts 

Summer’s ending – and that calls for comfort food. You don’t have to gorge your guests, but you should have a selection of sweets on hand to make your meal complete. For me, cake, cookies and pies are out this time of year. Basically anything that requires baking, I’m not making – at least not in August. Root beer floats are easy to assemble and enjoyed by many. Fill frosty mugs with a couple scoops of vanilla ice cream and top with root beer until a frothy head forms (you know what that looks like). A fruity trifle is also an inspired choice (and it goes a long way), particularly if you layer it with store-bought pound cake, lemon curd, whipped cream, and fresh raspberries.

Plan to play games 

A deck of cards is great to have on hand, but those games can last well into the night – or morning. If you’re not a fan of cards, plan more active activities, like a water-balloon toss, egg races and a horseshoe tournament. You may wince, but everyone secretly still loves that stuff – so don’t let me hear your queer ass deny it.

In addition, set up a slip-and-slide for the otters (if you don’t have a pool, that is – they need to show off young and wet somehow), and fill a festive piñata with candy and small “toys” for added enjoyment.

7. Set a budget and start/end times 

If the party is scheduled to end at 11 p.m., start winding it down around 9:30. Slyly clear the table or whatever setup you’ve erected, offer your guests coffee, ask them what their day looks like tomorrow, and thank them for joining you. Except for the really hot ones; offer them a place to sleep, obvi. If your guests have had too much to drink, allow them to stay longer or overnight – even the unfortunate-in-the-face ones (you’re doing God’s work tonight).

If it’s a lingering twink, call their mom and an Uber. You’ll both be better for it in the morning.

source https://hotspotsmagazine.com/2018/08/22/seven-gay-tips-for-throwing-the-perfect-labor-day-party/ from Hot Spots Magazine https://hotspotsmagazin.blogspot.com/2018/08/seven-gay-tips-for-throwing-perfect.html

[hotspotsmagazine]

Seven Gay Tips for Throwing the Perfect Labor Day Party

For many of us, Labor Day is summer’s last hurrah. It’s the weekend when we put away the beach chairs, condition the twinks to go to bed earlier, and mentally prepare ourselves for the colder seasons ahead.

Considering the depressing nature of all that Labor Day symbolically signifies, it’s more than enough reason to throw one last shindig. To make your final fun-in-the-sun party a success, here are a few things you can do to help your guests remember you fondly as they head into fall.

1. Limit the guest list

This won’t be as hard as it seems since a lot of people head out of town to get in that one last trip to the beach, woods, or wherever else it is they wanna fuck to spice up their relationship after dark.

Evite is the eco-friendly alternative I live by when sending out invitations – and perfectly appropriate for a Labor Day fete – but more thoughtful DIY invitations can be made with just a few steps. By keeping the list short, you’ll reduce the amount of prep and clean-up work you’ll have to do, and you’ll have more quality time to spend with individual guests.

2. Decorate but don’t overdo it 

The old idiom “less is more” is in our collective lexicon for a reason – a little bit goes a long way. A few well-placed votive candles and brightly colored lanterns can make your patio pop while a simple yet well-dressed table can create an upscale aesthetic. Use real plates and silverware instead of paper and plastic products, and keep cloth napkins together with personalized party favors you made yourself.

3. Keep the menu simple but surprising 

Come August, most of us are sick of hamburgers and hot dogs – or at least the gut-busting buns (why are we even werking out, kweens?!).

Sure, they’re an American staple, but how much processed meat can one eat over the course of a few months? (I once attended a party where the box of frozen burgers said grade-A meat, not beef. No thank you!) Instead, treat your guests to grilled salmon, mushroom bruschetta, shrimp shish kebab, BBQ pizza, and light-and-refreshing pasta salads that leave them satisfied but not stuffed.

4. Create a signature cocktail 

Rather than buying umpteen bottles of liquor to accommodate every drinker’s preference, choose one spirit to serve as the main ingredient in a signature drink.

An easy-breezy crowd pleaser is the adult Arnold Palmer with one part sweet-tea vodka and two parts lemonade poured into a pitcher of ice. So the kids (and your alcohol-free guests) don’t feel left out, create the same cocktail in a virgin version. Add lemon wedges and fresh mint and serve. If you’re serving beer as well, choose one full flavor and one light beer selection – Corona and Amstel Light, for example.

Like the liquor, you don’t have to feel obligated to pick up a six-pack of everyone’s favorite brew. E-mail your menu ahead of time and inform guests that they’re welcome to bring anything that’s not on the list.

5. Don’t forget the desserts 

Summer’s ending – and that calls for comfort food. You don’t have to gorge your guests, but you should have a selection of sweets on hand to make your meal complete. For me, cake, cookies and pies are out this time of year. Basically anything that requires baking, I’m not making – at least not in August. Root beer floats are easy to assemble and enjoyed by many. Fill frosty mugs with a couple scoops of vanilla ice cream and top with root beer until a frothy head forms (you know what that looks like). A fruity trifle is also an inspired choice (and it goes a long way), particularly if you layer it with store-bought pound cake, lemon curd, whipped cream, and fresh raspberries.

Plan to play games 

A deck of cards is great to have on hand, but those games can last well into the night – or morning. If you’re not a fan of cards, plan more active activities, like a water-balloon toss, egg races and a horseshoe tournament. You may wince, but everyone secretly still loves that stuff – so don’t let me hear your queer ass deny it.

In addition, set up a slip-and-slide for the otters (if you don’t have a pool, that is – they need to show off young and wet somehow), and fill a festive piñata with candy and small “toys” for added enjoyment.

7. Set a budget and start/end times 

If the party is scheduled to end at 11 p.m., start winding it down around 9:30. Slyly clear the table or whatever setup you’ve erected, offer your guests coffee, ask them what their day looks like tomorrow, and thank them for joining you. Except for the really hot ones; offer them a place to sleep, obvi. If your guests have had too much to drink, allow them to stay longer or overnight – even the unfortunate-in-the-face ones (you’re doing God’s work tonight).

If it’s a lingering twink, call their mom and an Uber. You’ll both be better for it in the morning.

from Hotspots! Magazine https://hotspotsmagazine.com/2018/08/22/seven-gay-tips-for-throwing-the-perfect-labor-day-party/