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[ptergwen]

Hi there, I'm SO HAPPY YOUR BACK! I was wondering if you could maybe write a Tom Holland Peter Parker x fem Stark reader based on this prompt?: You’re unconscious after a mission gone wrong, and Peter’s voice shakes as he desperately calls your name, when Tony comes. If you don't want to do it, its ok

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w/c: 2,005

warnings: mentions of blood, angst (happy ending!)

a/n: hi lovely thank you sm! you guys know i love my angst so i felt very in my element with this one hehe, thanks for the patience while i get used to writing again! feel free to keep sending in your reqs and chatting, i love hearing from y'all and will answer asap ♡

"y/n? it's over, i got him. i’ll come find you, okay?"

you don't answer.

"y/n/n? can you hear me?"

there's only silence on peter's end of the headset. peter isn't worried, not at first. he figures maybe you just got disconnected.

"y/n?"

nothing.

now that peter hasn't heard from you on the third try, he is starting to worry. the two of you had gotten separated during your mission. the plan was for you to distract your opponent and peter to web him up, but you lost him somewhere along the way. it was hard to stick together in the dark, twisty tunnels. he'd thought it would be best to take care of your opponent himself and find you after.

tony is going to kill him if he let anything happen to you. it's okay, though. he can just use his suit to track your location.

"friday?"

"yes, peter?"

"take me to y/n."

peter swings through the tunnels to get to you faster. friday guides him, which he's grateful for because he doesn't have a great sense of navigation as is. it's even more difficult underground. peter lands where friday tells him to, but he doesn't see you.

"are you sure this is where she is? i think she might've lost connection... maybe her location didn't update."

"y/n's watch is online, peter."

peter notices something on the ground, its blinking light catching his attention. he picks it up. sure enough, it's your stark tech watch, but where are you?

"would you like me to check again?"

peter makes out a figure a few feet away. it isn't moving. he takes a few steps toward the figure, reaching for his mask.

"that's okay. thanks, friday."

he removes his mask to see better, brows knitting together. something doesn't feel right. peter's senses confirm it, the hairs on his arms standing up and eyes focusing harder in the darkness. in peter's head, he already knows it's you. in his heart, he hopes it isn't.

peter crouches down and puts a hand on the figure's shoulder, rolling them over to face him.

it's you.

your spandex suit has some rips in it, and dirt is coating your back. your mask is pulled up part of the way. peter takes it off, revealing blood dripping down your forehead, your eyes just barely open. tears roll down your cheeks. peter cups your face tenderly in his hands, eyes desperately searching for yours.

"oh my god, baby, what happened?"

"that guy."

your voice comes out weak. despite the blood and tears staining his gloved fingers and the tightening in his throat, peter does his best to stay calm.

"what guy? the one we were fighting?"

"yeah."

"he did this to you?"

you hum in response. peter props an arm behind your head for support.

"it's okay. everything's gonna be okay."

"but... it hurts."

"i know, baby. but you're gonna be okay. we're gonna get you home and..."

your eyes flutter closed.

"hey, hey, hey. look at me."

peter strokes your cheek, willing you to stay awake. you grunt.

"tell me where it hurts so i can take a look. can you do that for me, y/n? where does it hurt?"

"my head. on top."

peter carefully parts your hair, searching for the source of your bleeding. there's a damp patch of hair near the top of your head. he moves it aside and finds a gash. it's small, but fairly deep. he doesn't think he can handle this on his own; he needs to tell tony.

"i’m gonna call your dad, okay?"

you don't respond. your eyes are closed when peter looks for them.

"y/n? you have to stay awake."

you don't say or do anything to indicate that you hear him. tears prick peter's eyes, threatening to spill over. he doesn't know much about head injuries, but he knows this isn't good.

"please wake up, y/n/n."

peter grabs both your shoulders and shakes, hard enough that it should wake you. nothing. you seem to have slipped into some sort of an unconscious state.

your watch starts to beep with an incoming call from your dad. peter accepts it with a shaking hand.

"friday tells me your vitals are suspiciously low, little lady. what's going on?"

peter fights to keep his tears at bay. he cradles your head with one hand, placing his other on your heart. he needs to feel your heartbeat to remind himself you're still here.

"it's me, tony."

"kid? where's y/n?"

a quiet sob escapes him, tears finally falling. tony doesn't need to hear anything else.

"i’m on my way."

it doesn't take long for tony to get to you and peter. he comes whirring through the tunnels, retracting his iron man suit when he lands. you lie on the ground, your head in peter's lap. you'd woken up shortly after peter spoke to your dad, but you aren't really responsive. peter is cradling your head gently in both hands and whispering words of reassurance.

he's so focused on you that he doesn't even notice tony is there until he feels a hand on his shoulder.

"what happened, kid?"

tony kneels down next to peter.

"i... i don't know. the guy we were fighting... i didn't see, i think she hit her head."

"okay, okay. let me see the damage."

tony uses his watch to illuminate the dark area. there's dry blood all around the crown of your head, in your hair. it's worse than he expected. he doesn't let it show, though. he doesn't want to alarm you any more than you already are, or peter for that matter; he's a mess.

"i found this."

peter moves your hair to show your dad the wound on your head. tony shines the light on you to get a better look. concern flashes in his eyes briefly, but long enough for peter to see it.

"friday, call the med bay. tell them it's my daughter."

"yes, boss. it appears y/n may have a concussion. i've detected a large contusion."

you bring a hand up to your head, trying to feel the wound. peter coaxes your hand away with a don't touch, baby. you try to say something, but you can't. you're in too much pain. your dad and peter share a knowing look.

"we'll be there soon, fri. make sure they're ready for us. and call happy, tell him to pick us up asap."

"i’ll let them know right away, boss."

a bright light shines directly in your eyes, making you stir a bit in peter's lap. you whine and squeeze your eyes shut. fresh tears fall down your cheeks.

"it's okay, it's okay. it's just your old man."

you squint your eyes open.

"dad?"

"hey, y/n/n."

"what... what're you doing?"

"just gotta take a look at something. look up?"

you try to open your eyes again, but your eyelids feel heavy. tony holds one of your eyes open himself, then the other. he clicks his tongue.

"what's wrong? is she okay?" peter asks your dad.

"pupils are bigger than they should be. still reacting to light, though. that's good."

"what does it mean if her pupils are too big?"

"friday's right. she could have a mild concussion."

the light turns off, your body finally relaxing. peter's body stiffens.

"that's serious, isn't it?"

peter looks from tony to you, stroking your hair and cupping your cheek, then back up at tony. tony can see the fear in his eyes.

"it shouldn't be, the bleeding just gave us a scare. we'll know more when we get her home."

you grab at peter's knee. he places his hand over yours, thumb smoothing along the back of your hand. you look around the tunnel with blurry vision.

peter doesn't like the uncertainty of this. they don't even know the extent of your injuries, just that they might be serious. he knows you're going to be okay, that tony and the med bay team know what to do and you'll bounce back from this because you're you, but he's scared. you've never been hurt this badly before.

"happy's got our location. he'll be here as soon as he can," tony tells you, voice uncharacteristically soft. you blink your eyes in response. "how long is that gonna be?" peter asks.

"i’m not sure, kid."

hot, frustrated tears fill peter's eyes.

"we can't just wait around anymore. she's been like this for a while."

"trust me, pete. i don't like waiting either."

"then let's just bring her back ourselves."

tony gives peter a stern look.

"let's not."

"why not? it's faster if one of us takes her. i’ll swing her there right now."

peter is already scooping you into his arms, preparing to pick you up. you groan at the sudden movement. tony removes you from peter's arms and takes you into his own protectively.

"i said no. we're not flying her home, and we're definitely not swinging her. it isn't safe."

peter stays quiet, blinking back tears.

"you've gotta remember, y/n isn't like you. she doesn't have powers. for the stark's, it's just us out there."

he knows tony is right, of course he is. he forgets how vulnerable you actually are because you're always so strong. riding home with happy may take longer than peter wants it to, but it's safer for you. he needs to think about your best interest. putting other things first caused all of this in the first place.

if peter had found you earlier instead of finishing the fight, maybe he would have been able to get you help sooner. maybe you wouldn't be in this bad of a condition.

"i’m sorry, tony. i’m really, really sorry."

"no biggie, i get it. you're just looking out for her."

"no, that's the problem. i wasn't."

"what're you talking about?"

peter can't hold back his tears any longer.

"i wasn't there when y/n got hurt. it must've happened when we separated. when i found her, she... she was already like this."

"hey, kid. don't do that, don't blame yourself. you didn't know."

"i could've known if i paid more attention. i could've heard, or... or maybe she said something."

peter avoids tony's gaze, too ashamed to look at him, and too guilty to look at you.

"everyone gets caught up, pete. hell, you know i do. but you know what? you're here for y/n now, and we're taking care of her. that's what matters."

"you mean, you're not mad at me?"

tony surprises him by outstretching an arm and pulling him into a side hug. peter manages a small smile, wiping at his watery eyes.

"do i seem mad?"

"guess not. thanks."

tony pats him on the shoulder.

"time to go. happy'll be here any minute."

"okay, i’ll go ahead of you guys so you can see where you're going."

peter starts to collect your things while your dad helps you up. you're disoriented, head pounding, and you stumble a bit because you don't quite have your balance. tony is quick to catch you.

"easy, y/n/n. you're alright, yeah?"

"i want peter."

"he's right here, just leading the way. i’m gonna help you."

"no, i want peter."

peter's heart clenches. he looks to your dad for permission.

"alright, parker. i'll trade you. but be careful, she's precious cargo."

tony lets go of you, but he stays close just in case. he takes your things from peter. you fling yourself into peter's arms, hiding your face in the space between his neck and shoulder. peter hugs you to his chest. tony smiles at peter and nods in approval, making peter smile back.

"i got you," peter coos. "are you gonna need help walking, or you got it?"

"i dunno, i'm dizzy. carry me?"

"sure, baby."

peter picks you up bridal style, one arm secured under you and the other supporting your head. you loosely wrap your arms around his neck.

"can you stay with me when we get there?"

peter kisses the side of your head lightly.

"i’m not going anywhere."

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𝐀𝐄𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐘𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐂𝐒 – 𝐌𝐈𝐆𝐔𝐄𝐋 𝐎'𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐀

↳ summary: miguel has an issue with the performance and comfortability of his suit. he feels he's found a suitable solution– but he can't tell you.

↳ pairing: pervy!miguel o'hara x f!reader

↳ content: 18+ MDNI. SMUT. pervy!miguel, sneaking into your home, panty stealing, miguel wears your panties, (m) masturbation, masturbating in your panties, a little dirty talk, imagines p in v sex with reader.

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Disgust coats Miguel's tongue in a kind of rancid film, his lashes fluttering closed as he tries to breathe through the turbulence of the unhinged thoughts that bounce in his skull. Of all the ideas he'd contemplated to make the suit a little easier to wear, this was by far the most demented.

The delicate, silky midnight fabric of your high-cut thong had sprung to mind late at night, sleep ebbing at the edges of his consciousness and poisoning his ethics. He'd noticed them the last time he saw you, the elasticated straps that framed your hips peeking over the denim waistband of your jeans when you bent over to collect some papers from his office floor. It's as though the image had imprinted itself on his brain's grey, swirling surface and seared into his retinas.

Friends, Miguel he had to remind himself consistently. You were his friend. Friends don't steal other friends' panties.  

Frankly, this ridiculous plot had all come about thanks to the absurd skin-tight suit Miguel consistently afflicted himself with. His excuse for invading your privacy was aerodynamics. The smoother the outline of the suit, the quicker he'd swing from his webbing... Or so he told himself. It was a perfectly reasonable excuse, as far as his bias was concerned. 

The temptation was intolerable. Of course, getting a thong was easy enough– Miguel could buy them from the mall with the excuse of wanting to see an imaginary girlfriend in them or order them online if it embarrassed him too much. But the debauched notion of wearing your panties, the kind you wore and smelt like you, drove him crazier than he could ever admit. 

He hadn't been able to stave off the desire for very long. Some forty-eight hours later, Miguel found himself snatching the object of desire from your laundry basket, blanketed by the pitch blackness of the dead of night. Driven by this repulsive need, he'd retreated to his office almost as swiftly as he had entered your home, careful to conceal evidence of his presence. All items had been placed back neatly while Miguel scoured for your thong, and he'd pulled your bedroom window back to its original position, open just a crack. 

Thoughts of your silhouette, framed only by the panties in his hand and their matching bra, had carried Miguel home. He'd been rock hard by the time he'd stumbled back into the office, practically ripping the lycra-like material from his body to slip the panties on. 

So here he stood, spider-suit a crimson and midnight blue pool at his feet, naked in the mirror beside the panties that barely stretched across his ample hips. His thick, muscular thighs looked even wider when paired with the dainty lingerie and the dark trail of hair that sparsely scattered his lower abdomen looked far prettier when decorated like this.

Miguel's eyes slid over the silky fabric against his smooth, tanned skin. The silk canvas barely contained the base of his cock and his balls, straining over the ample flesh he'd managed to stuff into the already limited, thin cloth. The scalloped straps of the thongs dug into his hips, little diamonte hearts encrusted by the base of the chords– he hadn't noticed them until now, his cheeks warming as he studied them in the mirror. 

The sheer mass of Miguel's frame was far too large for the undergarment, the elasticated waistband stretched across the shaft of his cock, so it rested against his stomach, erect. The ruddy tip of his swollen head leaked creamy pre-cum against his abdomen at the consistent pressure, throbbing weakly when Miguel passed his eyes over it.

"Hng-" he huffed a breath through his nostrils, the sound almost a wheeze. Fuck, he could smell you on them, the musky scent of your sex. Miguel can't contain the monster, his palm tracing over the outline of his cock. The fabric is stretched so thin against his dick that he can see it twitch, the engorged vein that extends across the arch of him evident in his reflection. 

"D-Dios-" Miguel moans softly, watching precum drip from his swollen tip onto the dark fabric of your underwear. Running his thumb over the head of his cock, Miguel smears his spend over the velvety skin and watches the muscles of his abdomen spasm with the intense pleasure that spidered across his nerves. 

"Oh fuck, pretty baby," he whispers, tracing the crescents arches of his nails over his clothed length, babbling to himself as he relishes your scent, imagining tasting you. "Want your pretty pussy on my face..."

Miguel's hand quickly grasps the mirror's frame, his knees threatening to collapse beneath the weight of his bliss. He's drooling precum now, steady dribbles leaking down into the elasticated waistband and trailing across his knuckles. Fuck fuck fuck– would you be as tight as your panties felt on him? Would you squeeze him like this? 

Pushing his thumb beneath the seam of your thong, Miguel lifts the waist of the lingerie upwards. Shuddering breaths heaved from his ribcage, bracing as he lets the stretchy band slip from his digit. 

It snaps back onto his pulsing cock with a 'crack', the stinging sensation from the impact rocking down the length of his spine as Miguel rubbed the flat of his palm across the flushed head. His jaw falls loose, vermillion irises rolling back into his skull.

"Hhah- fuuuckkk– gonna cum-" he choked out into the emptiness of his office, quickly snapping the fabric onto his length again. "Gonna fuckin' cum–"

Miguel's eyelids flutter, almost missing the lurch of his dick. Cum spurts from the tip, splattering across the reflective surface of the mirror, painting ribbons of creamy white across his bronzed skin. It seeps into the midnight blue of your panties, darker blotches oozing into the silk as he rocks his hips into his touch. 

When his exceptional vision finally rights itself, Miguel notes the tearstains that streak down his cheeks, wetness clinging to the ebony eyelashes that frame his dilated pupils. He heaves a shuddering exhale, letting out a hoarse scoff at the rakish vision of himself, smeared in cum and wearing his friend's panties. 

Despite the fizzling arousal that singed the edges of his nervous system, Miguel's mind continued to develop images of you. Forever unsatiated, it conjures the depiction of you sprawled across your bed with your cum stained panties balled up and stuffed in your mouth. Your jaw aching, eyebrows stitched together as Miguel's ludicrously thick cock sinks into your tight pussy. Would you tear up, back arching as you attempt to rock your hips further onto him despite the stretch?

Flopping into his desk chair, Miguel covers his eyes with his palm and feels his ravenous cock twitch under the soiled fabric once again. He was pretty confident he'd never return this thong now...

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[shroudedunderworld]

Tails (3)

What I think NRC Mermaid!AU characters tails would look like

Part: 1st years | 2nd years | 3rd years | Faculty

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Trey Clover

Smooth and sleek with an elegant design, Trey's tail is just another body part to himself (much like Jamil), though he does think it's rather nice. The webbing of the fins and the vibrant green scales have a slight metallic tone to them, and it's hard to tell if he's cleaned all of the aquatic plants off of it at times, including the algae between the scales. (Cue Trey's toothbrush collection)

Cater Diamond

The Magicam king himself can't have a simple tail! It must be flashy, it must be stylish, it must be...Cater! This tail is ALL that and more, with its sunset colors and stark black accents against striking crimson, this merman is sure to have his online spotlight.

Leona Kingscholar

Fit for a king, this gold and black savannah combo is the perfect fit for Leona. Ruggie must always help him clean his tail, since he's too lazy to scrub that irritating sand out from under each individual scale himself (he's so lazy that most of the time, he's just on the sea floor). He's lucky Ruggie has a suspiciously large collection of toothbrushes...

Vil Schoenheit

Dramatic flair is Vil's middle name, and his tail is a direct reflection of such. With his combination of pride, beauty, and confidence, it's only fitting that his tail would resemble one of the most elegant creatures on Earth. He is constantly looking after it, tending to each scale with the utmost care, always sure to make them shine.

Rook Hunt

Dark and sleek, Rook's tail doesn't hinder his athletic hunting ability and striking flexibility. He can easily hide amongst the shadows and rocks of the reefs, and the streamlined design is made for speed. However, the lack of a dorsal fin or pectoral fins does make steering and turning a bit difficult.

Idia Shroud

Idia's tail body is somewhat stiff and curved in posture, since he doesn't get out much, and the fins are soft and flowy. The main fin appears like his hair, like a living flame as it flutters with the passing currents. Sometimes he wishes it was darker, as the light, almost white blue in the center is very eye catching, but at the end of the day, there's not much he can do except huddle into his cave and wish fruitlessly...

Lilia Vanrouge

Flair. Lilia's tail is pure flair. Its vibrant coloring resembles that of a poison dart frog, perhaps warding people off from the general, as his skill and tactics work like poison. Or perhaps the bright pink is warding them off from...his own kind of poison... (Haha Lilia cooking reference)

Malleus Draconia

This tail is self explanatory. Spiny, sleek and dangerous, Malleus' tail is a reflection of his looks. Though this sea dragon does not wish to do harm or invoke fear (or maybe he does), he can't control how his tail looks.

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That's it for students! I was unsure whether to include Ortho in his section or not, but I've decided that I'll do that in the Faculty version in the BONUS SECTION.

Hope you liked this one! Faculty is coming soon!

[invisiblequeen]

For @rebelangelsims 's BC: May I Introduce...Eulia Bow?

Age: Young Adult

Pronouns: She/her

Orientation: Bisexual

Occupation: Cyber Cupid

Hometown: A Lab In Strangerville

Current Town: San Myshuno

Aspiration: Soulmate

Traits: Ambitious, Wordsmith, Charming

Likes: Red, Pink, White, Dancing, Writing, Singing, Mischief, Romance Music, Americana Music, Jazz Music

Dislikes: Green, Gray, Brown, Robotics, Horse Riding, Media Production, Painting, Batuu Music, Latin Music, Strange Tunes

...See this girl below?

That's SimNet's Favorite Cyber Cupid! The online matchmaker, the web's wingwoman, the Electronic Love Guru--by any name, she's the face of your butterflies and fluttering hearts! And that's what she was made for!

Until she gained enough sentience to want something more for herself.

After a dramatic "I quit" video on SimTube, a physical altercation with her maker and a few months of legal trouble, the self-named Eulia Bow is finally recognized as her own person, capable of running her own life and making her own decisions, and the first major desicion is to find love FOR HERSELF.

WHAT DO WE THINK?

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Oil is Thicker Then Blood (Part 48)

Twenty minutes later, N came back online, he was dizzy, his entire body felt as though it was filled with radio static and his core was stuttering, seemingly still fluttering from what it had just experienced.

There was a warm body on top of him, collapsed on his chest, his arm moved on its own to wrap around her, his breath seemed to catch up and come out in some astonished half-choke.

Had that really just happened?

“U-uzi?” He found his voice though it was horse and husky, and he got no response, his girlfriend continuing to lie there limp. He began to get worried, had he overloaded her somehow? Fried her processors?

He lifted her up to face him, her visor reading [Reboot, Data Overload!] but she was very clearly still online, they were also still linked together, the wire shifting as what it was connected to moved. His worry dissipated, she was fine, just still rebooting.

In the meantime, he attempted to disconnect, he lightly pulled on the wire only to find that her port had locked him in, leaving him stuck there until she woke up. So he leaned back into the pillow and looked at the ceiling, basking in the afterglow.

Uzi's system gave a beep before a low groan left her lips, clearly feeling the same dizzy feeling that had hit him when he first woke up, N went to hold her steady, one hand on her back and the other on her cheek, tilting her head up to look at him.

“Welcome back.” He smiled at her, a laugh tugging on his lips as she slowly looked up at him, embarrassed at herself, even so, her eyelights seemed to smile at him.

“Hey…” She replied back, her voice soft and small, she tried to pull back, either to get off him or just to get a better look when the short cable connecting them stopped her, painfully yanking on both of them.

“Oh… we're still…” She said, still a little out of it, she lightly brushed over the wire, fingers tangling in it, N watched her curiously, she was acting… off.

“Are you okay?”

At that she seemed to look at him, really look at him, her eyelights scanning every inch of his face before something overtook her and she kissed him. It wasn't hungry or urgent like before, but it was passionate and they both found themselves melting into it before she pulled away.

He chuckled as they remained with their visors pressed together, it was clear that neither of them wanted to get up just yet, he wasn't sure he'd be able to anyway, his legs felt numb.

N couldn't help but run his hands along her silicone softly, in which she replied by humming in contentment and caressing the seam of his visor with her thumb.

Whatever enjoyment they got out of holding each other like this seemed to be enhanced, Uzi's edges were nonexistent, leaving her as vulnerable as she would ever be and N's anxiety had run off to find it, because that was gone for the moment too.

“I love you so much.” He almost whispered in her ear, causing her to giggle lightly and bury her head into the crook of his neck, he could feel her smiling against him, making a similar smile tug the corners of his mouth.

“I love you too.” She replied equally as softly, and she finally sat up as far as thr cable would allow, she grabbed the end of in before sighing and moving her hand directly underneath to where it plugged in. There was a small click. And they were disconnected, the wire immediately snapped back inside the compartment over his core, causing him to wince as it smacked his casing.

“S-sorry, probably should have warned you.” She manually closed her compartment, before reaching up and doing the same to his, the low buzzing of his core ceased, and the radio static of his limbs seemed to let up a little.

“It's alright.” He leaned forward and held her before taking them both back down to lay on the bed, she was still mostly on top of him, although now her head rested on his chest.

“Did that… really just happen?” She asked after a moment, sounding like she didn't belive herself, he gave her a breathy laugh and used his hand to massage her back, he felt… complete? satisfied? They had become one, he had known her every thought and feeling, and she knew his. It was… incredible.

“Mmhm.” He replied, squeezing her closer even if it was physically impossible, he gave her a kiss on the forehead and buried his face into her hair.

Had she always had a smell? Because right now she smelled like freshly forged metal and citrus, a strange but oddly pleasant smelling combo.

“That was amazing…” He breathed out, causing her to laugh again, she looked up at him, nervously glancing to the side.

“Good. I… was afraid I was bad… or something.”

He blinked, almost confused on how or why she'd ever think that.

“It wasn't bad, it wouldn't have ever been bad. It was with you, and you're so, so amazing.” He immediately voiced all these things, making her blush and kiss his visor again, which in turn made him lean down and kiss hers.

“You were too…”

“I didn’t really do anything.”

She looked at him incredulously.

“Are you serious? You wrote, I love you, like fifty times over my display code. That's all I could see!”

Oh, well he was being a little clumsy…

“At least you liked it?”

“Of course I did… you goob.”

Then there was silence for another few minutes, riding the high of their afterglow together, with Uzi ending up tracing small shapes on his chest and around his core, avoiding actually touching it.

N smiled, she was being so soft, her walls had been completely demolished for him, Even before, she would have been embarrassed she was touching him so freely, now she was doing it with a small smile on her face.

“That kinda tickles Zi.” He hummed as he pretty much did the same to her back, avoiding the scars in favor of tracing around them.

She stopped, not responding but curling into him and purring, triggering his own.

Then, as if waiting for the perfect moment. A wail broke through the house like a thunderclap, alerting to two parents to their charge, who had woken up alone on the couch and was very much not happy about it.

“Mm. She has your attitude.” N laughed as Uzi slapped him lightly, slowly rolling off him to crawl out of bed even if she was initially unsteady.

“Hush.”

She got dressed, although only in her skull pajamas and made her way to the living room where Tera was beating her fists into the couch cushions in a genuine tantrum.

“Oh Tera honey, it's okay.” Uzi scooped her up, black blanket and all and the toddler almost immediately settled down, looking up at her mother, albeit with squinted eyes, almost saying “how dare you leave me alone!”

“I'm sorry Jellybean, daddy and I lost track of time.” Uzi nuzzled her daughters visor, causing the girl to let out a peel of giggles as she did it back, clearly not holding much of a grudge.

“Least you don't hold a grudge like me…”

There was a knock at the door. Making Uzi jump and Tera to immediately look at the door in curiosity, it used to just make her cry, but at least now she seemed to understand that it meant someone new was here.

She looked down at herself, her pajamas ruffled her hair a complete wreck. She sighed, hopefully it was someone she knew, this wouldn't be as awkward.

“Coming.”

She made her way to the door, looking over at N who was still in the process of getting dressed, buttoning every single button on his coat took awhile…

She used her solver to pull the door shut for him, then she let the front door swing open. Tera resting mostly in one arm as the other was free to press the button.

Red eyes looked back.

She jumped back, startled. Her other hand immediately flew up to protect Tera's head as her tail immediately wrapped around mother and child, spines flared out and ready to impale the intruder.

The intruder also jumped back, and Uzi suddenly realized that the red eyes didn't belong to who she thought they did. For starters, this drone was clearly a dude.

“Sorry for the scare man! I'm Guy, I uh, work with N?”

Next ->

[brights-place]

Unsure if you do non x readers, but a Rhys x Asch smut would be interesting..👀

[My Inner demons ] Prince Asch x Rhys

Warnings: NSFW, SMUT, MINORS DO NOT INTERACT

A/N: Tbh I had to pull this outta cob webs cayse my ass doesn’t usually write full on smut scenes but as usual I am not your parent I am not your gaurdian if your a minor and continue to read this with warning that it is minors DO NOT INTERACT NO MATTER WHAT it is not my job to look after a minors action for continuing to read this as we are ONLINE and I have no control other then a warning. It isn't my issue I am not a parent I am not in charge of a minors action. I write and that is what I do I write so again if your a minor and are reading this and not respecting or understanding that this isn't for you GET OUTTA HEREEEE other then that I hope you enjoy the snippet of rhys x asch smug and sorry for again being late please enjoy this hell hole of a writing piece!!

Summary: Prince Asch and Royal Advisor Rhys were a close bond yet with all the recent stress of Asch becoming king, and Rhys dealing with the stress of Lady grandma the two couldn't help but help relive stress from one another

Heavy breaths filled the grand chamber, flickering candlelight casting shadows along the stone walls as Prince Asch’s claws curled tightly into Rhys’s hair. His teeth gritted, jaw flexing, and wings twitching with each sharp roll of his hips. The rhythm was relentless raw, hungry, and aching with the need for release.

Rhys knelt obediently, mouth full, eyes fluttering shut with each powerful thrust. His hands dug into Asch’s waist, clawed fingertips leaving little crescent moons in the prince’s skin as he groaned low in his throat. The taste, the scent, the pressure it was dizzying. And yet he welcomed every inch, hollowing his cheeks and flattening his tongue to take more of him, letting Asch’s thick, pulsing length hit the back of his throat with bruising force.

“Fuck…” Asch hissed, voice low and rough as gravel. “You always know how to shut me up, don’t you?” Rhys responded with a teasing hum, the vibration sending jolts of pleasure straight through Asch’s core. He gripped the back of Rhys’s head tighter, driving deeper, faster, his wings flaring as his thighs trembled with restraint. It wasn’t just lust it was desperation. They were both burning under the weight of responsibility, craving something real, something only they could give each other.

The bed creaked behind them, forgotten in the heat of the moment, but Asch needed more. With a sudden yank, he pulled Rhys to his feet and slammed their mouths together, licking the taste of himself from Rhys’s lips. Their bodies collided in a frenzy of heat and friction, and in the blink of an eye, he had Rhys pinned beneath him on the bed, legs spread and begging without words.

“Asch,” Rhys rasped, head falling back against the pillow as the prince lined up between his thighs. “Take it... all of it.” Asch didn’t hesitate.

He thrust in one slow, devastating push burying himself to the hilt. Rhys cried out, hands scrabbling at Asch’s back, his spine arching as the prince bottomed out, hot and throbbing deep inside him.

“Shit—you’re tight,” Asch growled, nipping at Rhys’s jaw as he began to move.

Their bodies rocked together, a steady rhythm building, skin slapping against skin as Asch drove deeper with each stroke—angled perfectly to make Rhys keen and shudder. The advisor's voice turned breathless, caught between gasps and soft moans, his legs wrapped tightly around Asch's waist, grounding him, holding him close.

Every thrust hit that perfect spot, coaxing sparks of blinding ecstasy until Rhys was trembling beneath him, lips parted, eyes half-lidded and hazy with lust.

“Fuck,” Asch murmured into the crook of Rhys’s neck, his voice dripping with possession, with adoration. “Hm...” Rhys whispered back, nails raking down Asch’s back as he surrendered completely. --- Aftermath: "I'm topping next time." "WHAT- I AM YOUR KING-" "anyways now if you let me inform you of the meetings you shall attend" "UGH" "Prince Asch this is important" "Ugh whatever"

[suffarustuffaru]

Hello!

A bit of a weird ask, so sorry in advance.

What methods/sites would you recommend using for reading Arcs 5-8 of Re:Zero?

I’ve almost finished season 2 of the anime, and I’m pretty sure this has become one of my new favourite anime/works of media in general. 

And considering I keep spoiling myself anyway when I look at Re: Zero tumblr blogs, I figured I should just find a way to catch up with the rest of the series. 

You seem smart, and have clearly read Arcs 5-8, so I was hoping that you would be able to provide some advice. 

Thanks!

NOTE; this post is now outdated esp when this was written pre-s3!! i may make a new post if people are interested

hi there!! :D no worries for the ask, its cool to have another rezero fan join in the fandom especially on tumblr (which is a very small, curated circle of a bunch of us trading posts around a campfire HAH) and i hope youve really been enjoying the anime and your stay here so far!! :o this is absolutely one of my favorite media as well (if. if you couldnt tell by the blog pfft) and thanks for the compliments haah i am glad to seem smart.

but yes i gotchu on where to read!! ill be giving you a pretty detailed explanation/guide. (this explanation also goes mainly for english speakers / people who wanna experience rezero in english.) (and of course if any other seasoned fans are seeing this feel free to add on if i miss anything or correct me if needed)

Main Route Stuff:

witchculttranslations is where you can find the translations for the entire main route (which is arcs 1-8). this page is where youll find the main table of contents for each arc and you can find arcs 5-8 there!

note that arc 8, at the time of me writing this ask, is still a work-in-progress and the team of translators in this fandom are always hard at work to translate each chapter. also note that arcs 7-8 are "conjoined arcs" - think of it like arc 7 is part 1 and arc 8 is part 2. so if you happen to get caught up to where rezero is currently at, the rezero subreddit regularly updates chat + update threads whenever new rezero novel content comes out in general. youll find updates on translations or summaries for new chapters there.

there's also distinction between web novel and light novel - web novel are the chapters that tappei releases online, light novel are the official finished versions of the chapters that are released for sale. sometimes there's changes between the web novel and the light novel, but for the most part it's either minor changes to improve on the web novel - sometimes it's major, but for arcs 5-8 iirc there isnt any major changes that you need to worry about.

just note that in the wn translations, all/almost all dialogue is written in script-style. let me show a small excerpt from arc 5 chapter 1:

???: “Good job, Subaru, I suppose.” A small silhouette enters Subaru’s view from above. A loveable girl with long, cream hair and an extravagant outfit—Beatrice. Her fluttering dress looks out of place in the meadow as she presents Subaru with a towel. He accepts it and vigorously towels his head dry. Subaru: “Ah, thanks. Was looking to cool down so this’s perfect.”

so yeah the wn will be formatted like this by the way, just in case you didnt know this yet!! i hope thats not much of a turnoff or anything, but dont worry you get used to it - and the story is still pretty great anyway!!

also dont bother with arcs 1-3 wn. its not so important (and you already know all the major info because youve seen the anime) and also arcs 1-3 wn doesnt have the Best writing. tappei himself had to make extremely major changes for the light novel and the light novel (along with the anime and manga) is the finished and polished result.

and of course the light novel comes with illustrations for each arc. the web novel sometimes includes images as well at the beginning of each chapter, but if youd like to see finished and official illustrations for various scenes throughout arc 5-8 its easy to find them if you search them up online!!

the anime also has a few bits of Important cut content from arcs 3-4 - unfortunately i dont have any resources on hand for this ;-;;; but you can look this up on rezero reddit or online in general since a lot of people have made summaries about this. from what i remember in arc 3 (which is the royal selection/white whale/petelgeuse half of season 1!), the main thing is just the reveal that al has some sort of connection to ram (and rem by extension), some sort of connection to satella possibly, and he is ALSO someone that was isekaied into rezero's fantasy world.

as for arc 4 (which is season 2 of course), the anime got down almost all of the general important info you need to know, but there's a lot of important information in the last parts of arc 4 that the anime didnt include. the anime may include this information (and the al stuff from arc 3) later, but you'll need to know it for arcs 5-8. you can find the witchcultranslations guide for arc 4 here - scroll down and youll find the chapter called Appendix: Advent!! you'll need the info in that chapter for later.

if you want, you can also read the chapters after that - theyre sorted under One Day II and are the official arc 4 interludes that take place before arc 5. i do recommend reading through them, but theyre mainly characterization stuff, character dynamics post-arc 4, everyone trying to recover after arc 4, etc etc. the most important info in there is leadup for arc 5 (all the post-arc 4 aftermath stuff) and also some info/introduction on clind and annerose (who are characters that are briefly shown in the anime for like two seconds). these two do play minor roles in arc 4/beginning of 5, but theyre hinted to be important for later. if youre in a hurry to get to arc 5, totally fine to just skim through it, get basic info on clind and annerose then continue into arc 5 or something. or you can look at their wiki pages - totally cool to enjoy rezero however you wish. it's a LOT of reading dont get me wrong HAH.

as for the manga - this is not required reading or anything, the manga has only done arcs 1-4 atm so it's not really super relevant to you since youre almost done with arc 4 already via the anime!! but of course if you havent done so youre welcome to check it out if youd like, the manga artists are pretty great imo. im just gonna show some art from the manga artists here:

isnt it pretty? :O very nice stuff.

anyway thats it for main route content!! now i gotta explain side content.

Side Content:

you can find witchculttranslations' side story table of contents here, which very neatly shows you Every Single Side Story and is updated regularly every time tappei comes out with new side content. and trust me, tappei makes A Lot of side content. i guarantee you a lot of rezero fans havent read every side story (and i still have a lot of side stories to catch up on myself), so theres absolutely no need to read every single side story!! honestly just read the ones you find interesting + the ones that are required reading! im not sure how much of the side content youve heard about, but ill give you a rundown:

this extremely helpful google spreadsheet here (thats also regularly updated) tells you how important each side story is and where you can find it so you dont have to go on a wild goose chase wondering which ones you need to read for the main story. rezero side stories are on a sliding scale of just silly stuff tappei wrote for fun to this is VERY crucial for the main story. that google spreadsheet should help you out with that - both the spreadsheet and witchculttranslations have links to almost every side story available.

(the spreadsheet also tells you important details and who it's centered around + when each side story is safe to read free of spoilers after a certain point - so it's easy to decide when you wanna read the side stories and WHICH side stories you'd like to read!)

also i guarantee you that if you have a favorite character in rezero that character Probably has a ton of side content theyre featured in - so i recommend just hunting down all their side content and devouring it whole because im sure youll have a fun time with that. a lot of side content also fleshes out a ton of side characters as well in general - people who Looked shallow in the anime ARENT shallow at all, i promise. many people have hidden depths, which is one of the fun parts of rezero!

witchculttranslations and the google spreadsheet also tell you what order you might wanna read in terms of when each one takes place. i recommend following that order for the most part if youd like, but if you wanna binge read side content or something later you can also do that after reading arc 6.

that's how i experienced the side stories myself (i started reading them after finishing up with the arcs 5-6 plot) and in a way, i would say that might just be the easiest way to do it given a lot of the side stories take place during arcs 1-6 or before the events of arcs 1-6. itll make you go "ohhh thats what was happening with these background characters during *insert event here that was focused on in the main story*" or "ohhh thats why These Guys are like this" a lot pfft. so its easier to just get out the most important ones / the ones thatre most interesting to you all in a row after finishing up with arc 6 👍

The Ex Novels:

these are THE MOST IMPORTANT side stories. :o theyll be extremely important for arcs 7-8 especially!! also because these are light novels the dialogue is written in normal narrative format so hooray for that!!

anyway theres five ex novels. i recommend reading these after arc 6 so you got them fresh on the brain for arcs 7-8.

however if you happen to be a crusch camp fan, you can read ex novels 1-3 at any time youd like!! these flesh out characters like crusch, felix, wilhelm, and theresia (some of the wilhelm and theresia content was shown a bit in season 1 of the anime!) so youd probably enjoy these even more if youre a fan of any of them. ex novel four also features felix, julius, and reinhard too, if that interests you! (as a knight fan ex novel 4 was my favorite akdndn and i loved ex 1!!). but yeah in general though read the ex novels in order (from 1 to 5 of course) so you dont spoil yourself for other ex novels, but as i said - you can read 1-3 at any time, and in general its best to read the rest of the ex novels after arc 6.

the ex novels in general mainly focus on important historical events in the rezero world and stuff that happens before arc 1. the ex novels are also our first introduction to the nation and empire of vollachia—this is also the country that priscilla is from (and al also came from there)!! you get introduced to vollachia's whole deal in these novels. youll need this info for later!

anyway witchculttranslations and the google sheet dont have links to them because theyre published + officially translated light novels that are easiest to access by buying them, so harder to get a free pdf of them. however i got you (and your wallet) covered because i got pdfs for all of them right here (if these links dont work let me know!):

ex novel 1 - crusch and felix-centric

ex novel 2 - wilhelm and theresia-centric

ex novel 3 - wilhelm and theresia-centric

ex novel 4 - felix, julius, and reinhard-centric

ex novel 5 - priscilla and al-centric

anyway thats the ex novels in a nutshell!! and of course if you want a physical copy of these books (or any of the rezero light novels in general) in english you can buy these online (sites like amazon has them) or at a bookstore. if you live in the US like i do, barnes and noble has them irl as well. or if you happen to live near a kinokuniya store, they also sell rezero irl. kinokuniya is also specifically for japanese media so i highly recommend giving it a try if you happen to be near one (i got a rezero keychain from there also hah, rezero merch is a little hard to get a hold of sometimes).

rezero light novels are also translated in a few other languages (iirc spanish and polish are some of the other languages its translated in) so if youd like that too you can look into it and buy some!!

The If Routes:

if youre not familiar with these by now, theyre basically "what if"/ alternate universe stories where subaru makes a different and Very Major choice at different points of the main route. theyre not necessarily required reading, but some do have some important lore regarding several of the characters and in general most of them are extremely important AUs for rezero that emphasize all the themes of the story. they also show the Insane butterfly effect of subaru’s decisions.

and if youve gotten this far with the anime already im gonna assume you probably like subaru at least a little bit? :o yeah his character gets fleshed out in Very Interesting ways in these routes. other characters also get changed in various ways due to his decisions!

new ifs are also released typically every year on subaru's birthday - april 1. so with every april 1 the entire fandom plays russian roulette because either the if will be a super silly one or a Very Important one LMAO.

also these ifs tend to be mentioned a lot in fandom bc theyre very beloved and interesting side stories, so i highly recommend choosing which ones you find interesting and just have fun reading them!! you can find them on the spreadsheet, if you want to read them in a more chronological order, or you can find them on the main witchculttranslations website as tabs on the side underneath Re:Zero If Stories. (but ill provide the links to each separate one in this post also.)

all current if routes at the moment take place somewhere in the arcs 1-6 range, so you can look at them either after arc 6, like i said, or in order as you read along with the main route. ill give a quick breakdown of each if just in case!!

Pride If - diverges from arc 1; subaru doesnt call for help when fighting the three thugs in the alleyway. slight spoilers for one part of arc 5 in like One Scene of pride if.

Wrath If - diverges from arc 2; subaru accepts beatrice’s offer to help in the loop where rem dies + subaru tries to run away from the mansion. very minor spoilers for ex novels/arc 7-8 (characters who appear in those arcs appear in wrath if).

Sloth If - diverges from arc 3; subaru gives up and runs away with rem instead of dealing with the arc 3 conflict. very minor spoilers (a character who later appears in arc 8 appears here).

Aganau If - diverges from arc 3; in the loop where rem dies in the cave and subaru carries her back to the mansion, he decides to go down another route away from the mansion instead. years later, he’s now older and still alive after almost everyone else has died. this if is one of the routes in the now discontinued lost in memories mobile game (and this is The Most Important route out of the whole bunch anyway). you can find a playthrough + english translation of it here.

Greed If - diverges from arc 4; subaru accepts echidna’s contract. major spoilers for arc 4 of course. minor spoilers for arc 5+ (small plot beats are mentioned iirc). a bit of important lore for characters like echidna and clind. the first edition of it can be found here - make sure to read this first. this is because this if was also given a longer and polished light novel version of it (it was a special that came with some of the season 2 blueray dvd packages?) and you can find an english translation for the extended + final version under the Blueray Novels and Databooks section of witchculttranslations' side content page.

Gluttony If - diverges from arc 6. major spoilers for arcs 5-6.

Mimigau If - this is just a genderbend au that tappei made that starts from arc 1!! almost nothing is changed besides the characters’ genders, biological sex, names, etc. i sadly dont have a link to this one, but iirc this hasnt been fully translated yet? and it's also very much not that important of an if lore-wise so you're not missing out on much. the genderbent character names are really fun though!

Lust If - this is, supposedly, an if that tappei wrote in one sitting and then decided to delete off of the official rezero wn site. this if is just an april fools joke where subaru gets a harem of various rezero girls. and imo its not Particularly Good, but it was meant to be a joke and tappei just wrote it for no reason so ig the quality makes sense haah. and also sadly that harem includes petra iirc which. yeah. not what id call great.

Vainglory If / School If - basically a canon high school au for all of rezero! not a necessary read at all but it's super silly and fun. and if you like anastasia and/or priscilla they have a lot of Fun Interactions in this one. im not sure if all of this if is english translated yet, but you can find chapter one here.

Other Various Ifs from Lost In Memories - i dont have the links to all of these, but lost in memories has a lot of other more minor aus as well, aganau if is just the most important + the darkest one. the other ifs are more lighthearted and just extra stuff for funsies. other big examples include a julius if (subaru calls for help in arc 1 and julius is the one who comes to help), a reinhard if of sorts (takes place around arcs 1-2, it's a sillier story where reinhard just keeps appearing out of nowhere to help subaru every time he needs help), and also an otto if (arc 1 divergence; subaru gets involved with otto and the two of them decide to start a mayonnaise business).

A Side Note About Rezero Video Games:

ok i know your ask is mainly about how to READ rezero but i figured i might as well explain this really quick just in case!!

there are a bunch of rezero video games and none of them are really Necessary, so dont worry about it. theyre either like - silly alternate universe stuff or theyre a bit more of the serious au variety (like aganau if, as mentioned earlier. i dont know every single rezero video game out there (and i think theres still new ones in the works at the time of me writing this??) and also almost none of them are english translated so its hard to experience them if you dont understand japanese.

the two most important ones (aka the ones with more story in them) are gonna be prophecy of the throne and lost in memories (which i mentioned earlier!). and again, these games are not necessary content - theyre mostly just side content that you can look at/watch/play through for fun and if you just wanna see more of your faves. you can check them out at any time since they dont have any major arc 5-8 spoilers.

Prophecy of the Throne - this is visual novel + a divergence of arc 3 where a new and sixth royal candidate emerges and it looks like emilia is the fake royal candidate here.... so yeah the plot is just. it's like a game of among us. but it's a fun story with a lot of different character interactions (so if you really like the entire cast of rezero youre in luck!!) and features a tiny bit of lore about some powerful groups in the fantasy world. a few of subarus failed loops in this one are also Particularly Brutal. you can watch gameplay of it on youtube or play through it yourself (i know that the game IS on steam too) since it's fully english translated (and all the jp vas and english vas reprised their roles as well).

Lost In Memories - as mentioned earlier, this is a now discontinued mobile game. iirc it was a gacha game? a sort of fighting game? and also it's narrative driven with a bunch of different routes. you can find the wiki for it here - it summarizes a lot of the main story beats. theres no official english translations for this game, but theres a lot of fan translations that you can find on stuff like youtube if youre ever interested in any part of the game. also it has a really fun opening song and animated sequence. nonoc's rezero music is great <3

A Side Note About Rezero Youtube:

theres a lot of summary videos for both main content chapters and side stories on youtube. im not sure how accurate these videos are, but i know that at the very least they can give you a brief rundown on the main points for certain chapters/side stories if thats something youd like to have!

theres also an entire team of people making a fan-run audiobook for arc 5. ive given some of their episodes a listen, and i can confirm that theyre absolutely great. you can find their readings of chapter 1-47 on spotify, and on their youtube channel theyre up to chapter 62. i think theyve also expressed their interest in branching out into other rezero content as well? :o so if thats also something youre interested in you can check them out there!

In Conclusion

anyway, that should be all you need to know - thats a summary of basically all important rezero content from here on out!! i know this is like. Super detailed. so i hope that this was helpful and didnt scare you away or anything hah. and i hope you have fun reading through rezero :o !! you got a lot of content to choose from thats for sure!!

but yeah ty for the ask, i hope i explained everything clearly enough :o !! and if you need any clarification feel free to ask!!

[v-ividus]

34. Between Avatars and Authenticity: The Struggle of Moral Identity in a Virtual Age

“In one sense, moral identity is just like any other form of practical identity. To act morally is to act a certain way simply because you are human, to act as one who values her humanity should. Among the many things that you are, you are a member of the party of humanity…moral identity is what makes it necessary to have other forms of practical identity, and they derive part of their importance, and so part of their normativity, from it. If we do not treat our humanity as a normative identity, none of our other identities can be normative, and then we can have no reasons to act at all.” — Christine M. Korsgaard

In this age of digital omnipresence, we stand split between our real selves and the fabricated avatars we project online. Our moral compass, once steadfast and intrinsic, now flutters aimlessly, ensnared within the web of social media's algorithmic vicissitudes. Here, Christine M. Korsgaard's reflection becomes pertinent; our humanity as a normative identity implores assessment. Without grounding ourselves in this identity, the precariousness of our existence becomes apparent.

The allure of virtual spaces, replete with likes and shares, dilutes our intrinsic values. Our behaviors online, devoid of accountability, construct an illusory self marked by superficiality. This discontinuity between our fragmented online personas and authentic moral identity reveals a societal malaise that echoes through digital corridors.

At the kernel of this crisis is a profound need for validation, a defense mechanism that obscures our moral identity. The digital realm fosters an environment where normative psychological defenses manifest as heightened narcissism. This digital narcissism corrodes the foundation of our moral constructs, severing ties with genuine human connectedness.

As we curate our virtual existence, the essence of humanity simmers beneath curated images and pithy tweets. Our moral identity, once rooted in the sanctity of human connection, now crumbles under the weight of digital bravado. Thus, a reckoning beckons—an urging to reclaim the moral fiber that defines our humanity.

The dissonance between our digital personas and inherent morality resonates with increasing intensity. The renegotiation of moral identity, separate from the perfidy of online distortion, bears urgency. This digital disjunction—a cacophony of skewed personas and fragile ethics—becomes perilously amplified.

To navigate this digital labyrinth requires an intellectual and emotional confrontation with oneself. The moral bankruptcy fostered by digital ecosystems demands an introspective appraisal. We must transcend the digital facade, embracing the normative psychological defenses that underpin socio-moral actions.

In renegotiating our collective moral identity, the time has come to dismantle the illusory constructs perpetuated by digital spaces. Realigning our digital engagements with the foundational tenets of human dignity offers a compass through the moral wilderness of our era.

Algorithmic Shading of Our Moral Landscape’s

Algorithms dictate the patterns of our online engagements, subtly etching our moral landscapes with their invisible ink. In these complex matrices, our behaviors are less self-governed and more algorithmically prescribed. This encroachment on moral autonomy poses an imminent threat to ethical comportment.

The insidious descent into algorithmic subjugation lurks silently. Online platforms, designed to ensnare, refashion our moral identity into a malleable entity, devoid of consistency. As algorithms curate our engagement, Korsgaard’s assertion resonates: our humanity wanes as norms dissolve.

Ordinary psychological defenses—sublimation, rationalization—acquiesce to this algorithmic reign. Without conscious awareness, our morals are eclipsed, tethered to digital whims. In this surrender, we relinquish the normative identity that grants our humanity purpose—a cardinal error.

Redemption lies in reclaiming our moral autonomy from these algorithmic shadows. The emancipation of moral identity from digital entrapments necessitates vigilance, an undertaking resolute in confronting the allure of algorithmic predictability.

In the trenches of algorithmic manipulation, the erosion of empathy becomes evident. The human experience, carved from moral intricacies, recedes in the face of binary codes. To extract ourselves from this digital morass is to pave a path back to real moral engagement.

As our identity splinters across digital seas, algorithms weave complex narratives, distorting our moral truths. To salvage what is inherently human requires rejection of these narratives—an appeal to the depth of our human psyche and moral acumen.

Thus, the challenge before us is clear: to wrest our moral identity from the encroaching algorithmic tide. This clarion call for rejuvenation insists upon recognition of our humanity on platforms designed for disconnection.

Reconciling Offline Disparities with Online Façades

In the raw interplay between our tangible interactions and the digital selves we maneuver, a fracture deepens. Our offline reality—wherein normative discourse and genuine connectivity reside—stands at odds with the superficial gloss of digital facades. To harmonize these disparate realms is to restore moral equilibrium.

Within the glowing screens we frequent, there emerges an ill-fated mirage of idealism—a playground where authentic exchanges are oft forsaken for convenient artifice. This schism between our online and offline identities propounds an era marked by moral incoherence. As digitality engulfs our interactions, the psychological defenses employed to reconcile these identities evolve. Denial, projection—each manifests uniquely in digital domains, warping our perception of moral authenticity. The stakes of this internal incongruence reach into the core of our collective human identity.

The antidote to modern moral fragmentation lies in fostering sincere offline interactions, propelling moral accountability into spotlight. To transcend the digital artifice is to engender genuine relationships, seeded in a shared commitment to humanitarian virtues. Where digital bravado elicits false intimacy, our offline engagement demands renewal. Here lies the sanctity of human connection: a tapestry woven from interaction that transcends mere connectivity and manifests as reciprocal human appreciation.

Undoubtedly, the challenge remains: confronting the incongruities between our offline selves and our digital avatars. To align these disjointed identities mandates a profound introspection—one guided with the resolve of rediscovery and moral recalibration. Ultimately, in bridging these chasms, we reinstate a commitment to honest human connection. Through digital and physical harmony, we traverse the path towards genuine moral fulfillment—a testament to our shared human identity.

An Introspective Journey towards Moral Realignment

In the throes of moral and digital existentialism, an introspective journey coalesces with urgency. Within the confines of digital communication, a call for moral realignment resonates loudly—a journey each must undertake to rediscover our core ethical identity.

Our digital escapades bear profound psychological implications. Defense mechanisms disassemble and redefine personal norms, leading us towards superficial gratification. Korsgaard's reflection implores acknowledgment: normative identity grounds our purpose, demanding vigilant introspection amidst the digital din. To embark on this voyage of realignment mandates confrontation with self-deceptive behaviors. Digital façades, left unchallenged, become shackles—binding us to consequences unforeseen, stunting moral development. Yet, within this confrontation, a catalyst for personal evolution emerges.

Affording ourselves the grace of honest introspection paves the way for moral clarity. By re-evaluating digital interactions, we ignite a profound transformation—aligning our pragmatic identities with the tenets of true humanity, extending beyond digital façades.

The process of moral realignment demands authenticity and courage. Discarding virtual veneers, we rededicate our identity to one rooted deeply in human ethics. Thus, introspection is not merely a trial but rather a passageway to enlightenment, mending the rift between our aspired and enacted moral selves.

Psychological fortitude emerges in this pursuit—an endeavor to unshackle from defenses that inhibit genuine human connectivity. It implores implementation of moral precepts into the digital vernacular, beckoning a renaissance of purpose and integrity. To journey inward is to navigate moral realignment with sincerity. In re-establishing the core of human ethical identity, we boldly confront online distortions—embracing our inherent capacity for goodness and moral fortitude. This awakening nurtures a lifetime commitment to integrity.

Human Dignity: Beyond Digital Interferences

Through the haze of digital chaos , the reclamation of human dignity calls with fervor. Within these teeming systems, where immediacy fosters divisiveness, our innate moral codes endure—awaiting acknowledgment beyond the din of virtual tumult. The clash of digital engagement and offline morality presents a surreal battlefield. Virtual exchanges lack the nuance of tangible interactions, undermining our innate sense of dignity—a quintessential facet of our moral identity as Korsgaard elucidates.

Our defenses, carefully forged within online spheres, may breed an erosion of dignified discourse. Yet, suppressed in these artificial barriers lies the quintessence of humanity—an invincible wellspring of moral character, longing for rediscovery. Rejecting the digital dispossession of dignity necessitates ceaseless vigilance, an endeavor to anchor our actions in respect and ethical virtue. Human dignity, once realized, transcends the artificial confines of digital mimicry, imbuing our moral compass with resolute guidance.

The path forward requires a recalibration of values and beliefs, a conscious effort to harness our potential for respect and understanding. When dignity triumphs, moral corridors widen, facilitating linear navigation towards a future spurred by ethical convictions. This reclamation of dignity from digital domains signifies a profound awakening—a rebuke of the algorithmic control that fences our moral identity. A dignified online presence reverberates with authenticity, authenticity that humbles the supremacy of virtual veneers.

In elevating dignity above digital fluctuations, we persist a renaissance for humanity's purest instincts. By cultivating genuine and dignified interactions, we are stewards for a reclaimed ethical landscape—a testimony to the paramountcy of human identity.

Conclusion: A Compelling Ethical Reminder

As we traverse this digital epoch, casting light upon our moral tenets becomes a striking call—an ethereal echo that transcends boundaries, beckoning us towards intrinsic humanity and its accompanying ethical doctrines. Christine M. Korsgaard's insightful reflection encapsulates this universal moral struggle, framing moral identity as a quintessential necessity—a bridge linking our varied practical identities to anchor us in meaningful and purposeful living.

By confronting the digital distortion of morality with bravery and relentless pursuit, we embark on an ethical renaissance—a guided exploration through which the moral compass aligns with our quintessential human dignity. In reconciling these powerful yet divergent forces—digital and moral—we attune to authenticity. The pathway to elevation lies within each of us, cultivated through a commitment to rediscover, nurture, and champion moral and genuine human connections.

With determination, the resurgence of human dignity and moral clarity emerges—a lasting legacy, fostering the rediscovery of our moral identity within the tangled web of existence. The echo of moral triumph over digital distortion remains profound—a resolute testament to our shared humanity’s potential to transcend superficial fragmentation and affirm our eternal quest for light and ethical fortitude.

[headmate-ideas]

🍄👁️🦋💚🪽🌼 for a headmate wit the same vibe as Alice in wonderland/weirdcore who likes computers and grass and relates to liminal spaces and is maybe daisygender (a xenogender that is related to daisies in some way)

🦋 HEADMATE TEMPLATE 🌼

✦ Name(s): Daisy, Alice, Flutter ✦ Pronouns: she/her, it/its, they/them, x/xs/xself, 🌼/🌼s/🌼self ✦ Species: daisy object head ✦ Age: 22 ✦ Role(s): trauma holder, symptom holder, sysregressor, naturalist, socializer ✦ Symptoms experienced: psychosis, dissociation, any others that apply ✦ Labels: gendervoid, aroace, queerplatonic, mspec, daisygender, xenogender ✦ Xenos: liminal spaces, fashion, the color green ✦ Interests/likes: children's books, psychology, card games ✦ Dislikes: being reality checked ✦ Music taste: dream pop, hyperpop, pop punk ✦ Aesthetic(s): weirdcore, dreamcore, webcore, 2020s emo ✦ Objectum attraction(s): computers ✦ Kins: butterflies, white rabbits, dodo birds ✦ Emoji proxy: 🦋🌼 ✦ Details:

Daisy is a daisy object head with butterfly wings and a tendency to dress in 2020s alternative fashion, particularly emo-based styles. She holds the system's trauma (especially childhood trauma) and their symptoms (especially dissociation, psychosis, or other unreality symptoms if applicable). While the trauma does distress them and they sometimes age regress out of stress (to whatever age of childhood was most stressful/traumatic for the system), they tend to enjoy the symptoms they experience, especially dissociation. Daisy loves both nature and technology and frequently engages with both. X likes going outside to parks, especially grassy areas. X also likes computers, especially older ones, and likes watching videos about their history and potentially working on web design. It is fond of social media and has less reservations about making new friends online than the rest of the system.

[These can be edited and changed as needed, and headmates will almost definitely not turn out EXACTLY as described.]

[souhaillaghchimdev]

How to Build Software Projects for Beginners

Building software projects is one of the best ways to learn programming and gain practical experience. Whether you want to enhance your resume or simply enjoy coding, starting your own project can be incredibly rewarding. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started.

1. Choose Your Project Idea

Select a project that interests you and is appropriate for your skill level. Here are some ideas:

To-do list application

Personal blog or portfolio website

Weather app using a public API

Simple game (like Tic-Tac-Toe)

2. Define the Scope

Outline what features you want in your project. Start small and focus on the minimum viable product (MVP) — the simplest version of your idea that is still functional. You can always add more features later!

3. Choose the Right Tools and Technologies

Based on your project, choose the appropriate programming languages, frameworks, and tools:

Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, or Django

Mobile Development: Flutter, React Native, or native languages (Java/Kotlin for Android, Swift for iOS)

Game Development: Unity (C#), Godot (GDScript), or Pygame (Python)

4. Set Up Your Development Environment

Install the necessary software and tools:

Code editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code, Atom, or Sublime Text)

Version control (e.g., Git and GitHub for collaboration and backup)

Frameworks and libraries (install via package managers like npm, pip, or gems)

5. Break Down the Project into Tasks

Divide your project into smaller, manageable tasks. Create a to-do list or use project management tools like Trello or Asana to keep track of your progress.

6. Start Coding!

Begin with the core functionality of your project. Don’t worry about perfection at this stage. Focus on getting your code to work, and remember to:

Write clean, readable code

Test your code frequently

Commit your changes regularly using Git

7. Test and Debug

Once you have a working version, thoroughly test it. Look for bugs and fix any issues you encounter. Testing ensures your software functions correctly and provides a better user experience.

8. Seek Feedback

Share your project with friends, family, or online communities. Feedback can provide valuable insights and suggestions for improvement. Consider platforms like GitHub to showcase your work and get input from other developers.

9. Iterate and Improve

Based on feedback, make improvements and add new features. Software development is an iterative process, so don’t hesitate to refine your project continuously.

10. Document Your Work

Write documentation for your project. Include instructions on how to set it up, use it, and contribute. Good documentation helps others understand your project and can attract potential collaborators.

Conclusion

Building software projects is a fantastic way to learn and grow as a developer. Follow these steps, stay persistent, and enjoy the process. Remember, every project is a learning experience that will enhance your skills and confidence!

[spspspreads]

This is a comics I published at a recent online-only event. Alcryst and Lapis are set up as lovers.I drew this because I wanted to see them making out! I published it on Pixiv if you want to take a look☺️

*NSFW *Beware, only for18+

[allaboutsoftwaredevelopment]

Exploring the Difference Between Web Development and App Development

Hey there, tech enthusiasts! So, you've heard about web development and app development, but you're not quite sure what sets them apart? Don't worry, I'll break it down for you in simple terms!

First things first, what exactly is web development? Well, think of it like building a house on the internet! Web development involves creating websites or web applications that can be accessed through a web browser, like Google Chrome or Safari. It's all about designing, building, and maintaining websites that people can visit and interact with online.

Now, let's talk about app development. This is like building a cozy little home on your smartphone or tablet! App development involves creating mobile applications that are installed directly onto your device, like games, social media apps, or productivity tools. It's all about designing, building, and maintaining applications that people can download and use on their mobile devices.

So, what's the difference between web development and app development? Here are a few key distinctions:

Platform: The biggest difference between web development and app development is the platform they're built for. Web app development services focuses on creating websites or web applications that are accessed through a web browser on desktop computers or mobile devices. App development, on the other hand, focuses on creating mobile applications that are installed directly onto a device and accessed through an icon on the home screen.

Technology: Web development typically involves technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for creating the front end (what users see and interact with) and languages like PHP, Python, or Node.js for creating the back end (the server-side logic). App development, on the other hand, often involves languages like Java or Kotlin for Android development, Swift or Objective-C for iOS development, or frameworks like React Native or Flutter for cross-platform development.

Distribution: Web applications are usually accessible to anyone with an internet connection and can be accessed through a web browser without the need for installation. Mobile applications, on the other hand, need to be downloaded and installed onto a device from an app store like the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

User Experience: The user experience of web applications and mobile applications can be quite different. Web applications are designed to work across different devices and screen sizes, so they often have a responsive design that adapts to fit the user's device. Mobile applications, on the other hand, are specifically designed for use on mobile devices and can take advantage of features like touch screens, GPS, and push notifications.

In conclusion, while web development and app development share some similarities, such as creating digital experiences for users, they also have key differences in terms of platform, technology, distribution, and user experience. Whether you're interested in building websites or mobile applications, both fields offer exciting opportunities to unleash your creativity and make an impact in the digital world!

[idolskpop]

Can’t wait for #MyDemon to premiere this November! Kim Yoo Jung and Song Kang are going to make us swoon with their fantasy-romance. Who else is excited to see them as a devilish couple? 🔥😍 #KimYooJung #SongKang #KDrama

Kim Yoo Jung and Song Kang are ready to make their fans’ hearts flutter with their upcoming fantasy-romance drama “My Demon.” The series, which will air on SBS, is slated to premiere on November 24 and will take over the Friday and Saturday time slots.

What is ‘My Demon’ About?

“My Demon” is a story of an unlikely contract marriage between a rude and spoiled heiress and a devil who loses his powers after meeting her. The drama is based on a popular web novel of the same name by author Lee Seo Yeon.

(Photo : Kim Yoo Jung's Instagram) Kim Yoo Jung plays Do Do Hee, the only daughter of a wealthy business family who is about to inherit their empire. However, she is hated by everyone around her because of her arrogant and selfish attitude. One day, she gets involved in a marriage contract with Jung Gu Won, a devil who has been ruling over humans for centuries. Song Kang portrays Jung Gu Won, a powerful and charismatic devil who treats humans with indifference and contempt. He has been enjoying his immortal life until he meets Do Do Hee, who somehow makes him lose his abilities. He decides to stay with her to find out the reason behind his weakness and to protect her from danger. The drama will show how the two characters, who have nothing in common, gradually develop feelings for each other and overcome various obstacles in their relationship.

(Photo : Namoo Actors Official Instagram Account)

Why Should You Watch ‘My Demon’?

There are many reasons why you should not miss “My Demon” when it airs this November. Here are some of them: - Kim Yoo Jung and Song Kang’s Chemistry: The two actors are teaming up for the first time as an onscreen couple, and they are expected to showcase a sizzling chemistry that will captivate the viewers. Kim Yoo Jung and Song Kang are both rising stars in the Korean entertainment industry, with impressive acting skills and charming visuals. They have also expressed their excitement and passion for working on “My Demon” and delivering a good performance. - Fantasy-Romance Genre: If you are a fan of fantasy-romance dramas, then “My Demon” is definitely for you. The drama will combine elements of fantasy, comedy, romance, and mystery, creating a unique and thrilling plot that will keep you hooked. You will also get to see how the devil world operates and how it affects the human world. - Interesting Characters: Besides the main leads, “My Demon” also features a colorful cast of supporting characters who will add more fun and depth to the story. Some of them are Do Do Hee’s family members, Jung Gu Won’s fellow devils, and other people who are connected to their lives. You will be curious to know more about their backgrounds, personalities, and relationships. - SBS’s Quality Production: “My Demon” is produced by SBS, one of the leading broadcasting networks in South Korea. SBS is known for producing high-quality dramas that have gained popularity and acclaim both domestically and internationally. Some of their recent hits include “The Penthouse,” “Dr. Romantic 2,” “Vagabond,” and “While You Were Sleeping.” You can expect “My Demon” to have a great script, direction, cinematography, music, and editing.

(Photo : Namoo Actors Official Instagram Account) Kim Yoo Jung & Song Kang Spotted Filming Their New Drama ‘My Demon’

'My Demon' Starring Kim Yoo Jung & Song Kang Confirmed to Premiere in THIS November

You can watch “My Demon” on SBS every Friday and Saturday at 10 p.m. KST starting from November 24. You can also stream it online through various platforms such as Viki, iQiyi, Viu, Kocowa, and Netflix (depending on your region).

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[snuggle-fangs]

Marc Warren Characters & Their Reaction To You Owning Squishmallows/Squishables Pt 3

⚜️Comte De Rochefort (The Musketeers BBC 2014)⚜️

●Looks at them with disapproval, scowling at their plush faces. "Please tell me they won't be always on our bed" Rochefort Says. You frown and pout with your best puppy eyes at him.

●"But Rochie, I love them and they mean a lot to me!" You Say, fluttering your eyes at him. Rochefort scoffs but gives in to your charms. "You are too charming my little vixen" Said Rochefort smiling at you.

●But of course, Rochefort has declared war on those plushies.

●Will toss them off the bed. "They are crowding the bed" is the response from him. Will eye them with contempt. "Y/N is mine you balls of fluff!" Rochefort would hiss at them when you weren't looking.

●Of course he pouts when you cuddle the plushies. "Seems you prefer those fluff rags more than me" Rochefort Whined, sulking away. You tilt your head and come over to him, plushie in hand and embrace him. You smile and kiss Rochefort's cheek. "Don't tell me you are jealous my love. You know I love you very much. Please don't be like that" You Say.

●Rochefort of course returns the kiss and looks at the plushie in your hands. You get a little nervous that he'll do something but smile when he just pats the plushie on the head. "It's kinda charming" is Rochefort's comment.

●Does buy you them from time to time, gradually grows to get used to them and maybe, just maybe likes some of them a little. But won't admit out loud though!

●He cares about you and loves you, so if these plushies are special to you then who is he to judge? He wants to make you happy and see you smile. Even if those plushies are on the bed!

●You gift him a plushie though he's reluctant to accept it at first because, well a Captain of The Red Guard can't be seen with such a thing. What rumours may circlet in the Royal Court?!

●For a Squishable it's Mini Ouroborus. He admires the plushies's dark noble look. If it's a Squishmallow, it's Gio the Gargoyle. He finds Gio quite charming.

●He does make you swear not to tell anyone about his plushie. "Swear to me you'll not speak a word about my, soft fabric companion. Promise me my love?" He Says looking straight into your eyes. You giggle and smile warmly. You reassure him that you won't say a word. Rochefort smiles at that and you two give each other a kiss. The fierce Captain of The Red Guard has a soft plushie companion. Aww🥰

🪐Elton Pope (Doctor Who: Love & Monsters)🪐

●Elton loves your collection and is impressed at how you build up your current Squad of plushies.

●Can sometimes be found lovingly cuddling some of them and of course you join him on the cuddle fest.

●Bounces them around while listening to his beloved Electric Light Orchestra and dancing around with them. Like seriously, I can picture that scene playing out!

●Nights in are spent with Elton, you and the plushies. Order some pepperoni pizza, some cola and a good movie or two, even watch a few cartoons. Cuddling up on the couch together, you holding a plushie and Elton holding one too. Awww!

●You two go out hunting for Squishmallows or Squishables, searching for ones to add to the ever growing squad. Even vlogging the experience and uploading it to the Web. "Elton & Y/N's Life With Squish" is the title.

●You buy Elton Daxxon The Alien Squishmallow and The Flat Woods Monster Squishable for his birthday. He was so happy he practically lifted you up and spun you around and gave you a big kiss. When it was your birthday he gifted you 4 plushies, two Squishmallows and two Squishables for you which made you practically jump into his arms and kiss him. So sweet!

●Elton will bring one of his plushies out in public to take pictures of or video them with you. He encourages you to do it too and so it becomes part of your vlog videos and posts online.

●Like "Out here in the park, having a picnic with my lovely Y/N and our cute plushies, Daxxon & Soraya".

●You two sleep together, in a soft nest of plushies that have a place on the bed. You two drift off in comfort and hold each other, snuggling up together.

●You two are the biggest plushie lovers in your neighbourhood and the members of LINDA know too since Elton brought Daxxon with him to a meeting along with you and your Squishable Cat Bee.

●You and Elton become "That cute couple who love plushies". And you both love it💘

🎩Edward Leeford. "Monks" (Oliver Twist)🎩

●Monks obviously is a soft and nervous boy. He adores your plushies and is at first nervous to hold one in case it's not allowed. You reassure him that he can hold plushies, there's no rules. "Just pick one up and give it a hug Edward" You Say.

●Hesitantly picks up the first plushie he sees, the New Jersey Devil Squishable. He gives a little hug and just feels all warm inside, all tension just leaves him and he's soon practically nuzzling his face into the plushie.

●You smile at happy he seems when cuddling one of them. He soon finds comfort in them as well as finding comfort with you. You often find him with the plushies around him, looking so cute and giving you a bashful nervous smile. You just giggle and snuggle up with him with the plushies.

●His seizures still continue and they cause him great discomfort and pain, whenever he has one and when it passes you make sit or lie down comfortably with a blanket and give him one of your plushies to comfort him. He happily takes the plushie and just embraces the plushie, nuzzling into it and just feels his tension melt away. It makes the recovery easier for Monks.

●He will buy a plushie whenever he can, loving the delight in your eyes and the smile that graces your face when he brings home a new plushie to you for your growing collection.

●You in return gift him a plushie just for him. If it's a Squishmallow it's Perkin The Mothman. If it's a Squishable it's Mini Phlox The Cat. He loves them very much and you can find Monks in the armchair, reading a book while holding Perkin close to him or just stroking Phlox like a real cat in his lap while he reads. Awww!

●The two of you sleep soundly together in bed, some of the bed plushies creating a cosy snug experience for you and Monks. Especially Monks who sleeps throughout the night, not a single nightmare disturbing his much needed sleep. Not while his beloved Phlox and Perkin keep watch.

●He would sometimes talk to his plushies, mostly chatting about plans him and you are making or how lucky his plushies are that they never got to meet his cruel mother. "Believe me Perkin, she'd tear you apart in front of me if I refused her requests" "You wouldn't like her Phlox, she'd take you from me any chance she could get!" Are some of the things he'd say.

●He's thankful that you, his beloved never got to meet his mother. She sounded so cruel and wicked. She'd definitely hurt Monks's plushies if she was alive and still was controlling Monks.

●You are happy Monks has found the plushies comforting and that he has two beloved plushies that he holds dear along with you, his beloved. Awww!

🩷Part 4 Coming Soon!🩷

[thewordwideweb]

Fun with Flags

I should have posted this on Flag Day (June 14th) but, as it so often does, life got in the way. So here’s a bonus Word of the Day you can save for next June. The Word of the Day is “flag.”

We’re talking about the noun here – a banner (star-spangled or not), pennant, banderole or gonfalon, generally made of cloth and attached by one end to a pole or rope, used as an emblem, symbol or signal.

If you were a regular viewer of The Big Bang Theory on TV, you’ll know that “Fun with Flags” was a recurring bit, an online web show within the sitcom. “Fun with Flags” was comedy gold.

So, where did the word “flag” come from? Who the hell knows? No one can say for sure, although there is some speculation that the noun is related to the verb “to flag,” meaning to droop, go limp, flutter or flap around loosely. The verb probably had its roots in Old Norse “flaka,” to flicker, flutter or hang loose.

The only national flag that is non-quadrilateral (that is, four-sided) is the flag of Nepal. At least one online source says the jagged edges are supposed to represent the Himalayas.

The flag of Mozambique is one of the very few national flags featuring weapons, and possibly the only one with an automatic weapon – in this case, an AK-47. There’s also an open book and a hoe, for what it’s worth.

And for overall weirdness, it’s hard to beat Sicily’s flag, which features three bare legs (a “triskeles”) surrounding a Medusa head, with three stalks of wheat growing out of it (Some say it’s three ears of corn, but it sure looks like wheat to me). We could go into the symbolism of all that at some length, but that’s all the time we’ve got for today’s episode of Fun with Flags…and Words.