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nahasdisc · 2 years

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Project gantt chart excel template free

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What happens here is that all the data you inputted in the other columns is then generated here as a stacked bar chart timeline. This is where the Gantt chart template stops being merely a glorified task list and turns into a visual aid for managing your project. The duration is the sum of time between the start date and the end date. That, simply put, is the time it takes to complete the task.

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The final column in this section of our free Gantt chart Excel template is the one titled duration. Once you have these dates inserted into the proper columns, you’ve begun the schedule of your project, a very important step in project planning. If you don’t have dates for when the project’s tasks start and when you expect them to end, there’s no way you’ll be able to control the scope of work on the project. This is part of the planning phase of your project. Once the tasks are listed, you need to assign a start and end date to each one. Gantt charts are often shared with stakeholders, so make sure it’s useful during meetings. On the flip side, you want it to be descriptive enough that anyone who looks at your Gantt chart will immediately understand what that task is. You don’t want to enter an overly descriptive task name that clutters up your chart. When inputting your task names, make them clear and to the point. This may seem obvious, but the Gantt chart Excel template only works if you have every task assigned its own line so you can track the project as each task is completed with the bar chart on the right. Therefore, the first thing you should do is have a task-by-task breakdown of the project. The Gantt chart is not that different from a task list, at least in the sense that it’s a list of your tasks. But first let’s explain how you can use this free Gantt chart Excel template as a standalone document to help you track your project’s schedule. Gantt chart templates can be complicated for the novice, but there are ways to make them simple and effective, such as when they’re part of your larger project management software. How to Use This Gantt Chart Excel Template The Gantt chart acts as a point of comparison to your actual progress, so when presenting to the stakeholders you can show them the project schedule and how it aligns to the actual progress. They are invested in the successful outcome of the project and want to be kept abreast of progress. Your team is your best resource to help you understand how each task interacts with the next.įinally, stakeholders will want to see the Gantt chart or at least data that comes from this Excel template. If that task is in the critical path, it will affect your project schedule. A task that is dependent on another to start or finish can block your team or create bottlenecks that will take you off track. More than just the duration and sequence of activities, you’re going to want to seek guidance from your team about task dependencies. However, while the project manager owns this process, they will seek help from the project management team members to make sure they’re prioritizing the right tasks. This is under the purview of the project manager. This Gantt chart Excel template is a tool to organize tasks and create a project schedule.

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Download our free template to learn how to make a Gantt chart in Excel.įor more information on the best ways to use Gantt charts, watch the video below: It’s also a means to view project baselines and critical paths, as well as defining core project milestones. You can compare your project plan and project schedule versus your actual progress. They make tracking dependent tasks easier. Other than a visual timeline of tasks and projects, Gantt charts are great for managing projects because tasks can be color-coded by person, team or function. It is a useful tool when planning and executing a phase of your project, as it easily and visually identifies tasks and allocated resources. The Gantt chart shows task dependencies between activities, and it is an ideal chart for displaying current project schedule status. It illustrates the start and finish dates of the many tasks and milestones of your project. Think of a Gantt chart as a timeline on steroids. (And if you try our Gantt chart software, you’ll never go back to the template, either!) What Is a Gantt Chart? Once you schedule your tasks on our free Gantt chart Excel template, you’ll never go back to the old-fashioned task list. It’s a great way to visually track your project tasks and see the duration of the overall project. Create a Gantt chart in Excel with this free template.

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the-trinket-witch · 4 months

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OK TWST FANDOM

We as artists and writers like having sources for stuff, right? And we like giving credit to other artists for their work, right? Well, I've compiled a collection of resources I've personally used and thoroughly believe would benefit others.

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Alchemivich's collection:

Ripped Assets Backgrounds SD Sprites (navigate via Excel Sheet) Login Font (free download site)

Robo-Milky: (Info Pulled from TWST Discord server)

TWST Game Font list

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Stestylius-arts:

Blank OC Assets Magical Archive Profile Blanks

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TheDoughWorks (Twitter) Fanslated Prefect Profile (Original via DisneyJPGames)

TwiwOnCrackPopcorn's similar Prefect Profile fanslation

Twisted-Tech's Hair rendering tutorial

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Szynkaaa's Pomefiore uniform lining

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Unfinished-Projects-Galore:

Blank Intro Cards OC Profile Template Birthday Jacket Card Blanks

AraRoseheart's Broomquet Card Blank

Fumikomiyasaki's Platinum Jacket Card Blank

TomatoWar (Twitter) 妄想 Ramshackle Dorm Floorplan

Estcaligo's Cleaned Dorm Bedrooms

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cringe--is--dead · 11 months

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Jason Todd SFW Alphabet

From this template

A : Affectionate How affectionate are they? How do they show affection?

He shows affection in small ways that just never end, not in an annoying way. His love languages are definitely physical affection (he's touch-starved), quality time (he spent so much of his childhood alone, physically or not), and words of affirmation. I talk about the physical stuff further down, but he also loves just being in the same room as you. If you're in college and studying or doing homework he's there with you, silent, just enjoying your presence, stepping in whenever you need a break (hypocrite). He praises you for the smallest thing, you got a C+ on a paper and feel down? That professor's an idiot, Lois Lane would publish a paper like that. You look beautiful in that outfit, doesn't matter how often he's seen you in it, you always look amazing.

B : Best Friend What would they be like as a best friend? How would the friendship start?

I can see the friendship starting slowly, you two meet probably somewhere like a bookstore or coffee shop. You're looking at a book he likes and he comments, and the two of you start talking. You don't exchange info, just happen to meet up there a few times before you start talking outside of the bookshop. It's definitely a warm, and open friendship. You can banter back and forth, pick up conversations like two weeks hadn't passed, etc.

C : Cuddles Do they like to cuddle? How would they cuddle?

Jason in two words: touch starved. He tries to be nonchalant about it, but he has to be touching you in some way. Arm around your shoulders, leaning against your side, holding your hand, you holding his arm, etc. His two favorites are when you lay on his chest, you're like a living, beautiful weighted blanket, and when you let him lay on your chest, listening to your heart beat, feeling your breath under his chest, your fingers carding through his hair. He's like an overgrown cat.

D : Domestic Do they want to settle down? How are they at cooking and cleaning?

He does not actively realize he wants to settle down, but he cannot see his future without you. To him it doesn't matter if you have kids, don't have kids, get married, don't get married, stay in Gotham, move, etc. He just wants you next to him. As for cooking-- I cannot see him being an excellent cook. He either forgets to eat, or makes instant ramen for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. He, however, doesn't want you to feel like you have to do everything, so he learns how to cook basic meals for the two of you, and luckily, he's decent at cleaning. The mess reminds him too much of his house growing up, and he doesn't want to feel that around you.

E : Ending If they had to break up with their partner, how would they do it?

In a serious relationship I can only see Jason breaking up with their partner due to him fearing for their safety. He'd also do it fast, like breakup with you, give you a half-assed reason, and then flee. He wouldn't answer your texts or calls, but he'd always make sure you were safe. He just feels you're safer without him.

F : Fiancé How do they feel about commitment? How quick would they want to get married?

He doesn't actively plan on getting married, but he wants you in his life forever. He goes by your flow once you're together for a longer period of time. You wanna get married? He's down on one knee. Want a big wedding? He's guilting Bruce into paying for everything. Want a small wedding? Still making Bruce pay. Courthouse? Already driving you two there. How quick would depend on you, two years in and you want a ring? He's taking Babs out to help him look. Seven years and you mention the courthouse? Well you're both free Wednesday, wanna go then?

G : Gentle How gentle are they, both physically and emotionally?

Jason Todd is a huge teddy bear. He knows he's big, he's strong, he's intimidating, and most of the time he doesn't mind that. With you though? Doesn't matter how strong you are, he's gonna treat you like glass. Not because he doesn't think you can handle yourself, he just never wants to hurt you in any way, shape, or form. He never raises his voice at you, never raises a hand, never even thinks of doing either of those.

H : Hugs Do they like hugs? How often do they do it? What are their hugs like?

Like I said, touch-starved. If he could have you in his arms all the time he would. Any time you're fine with it-- cause if you needed space or no touch he'd oblige, and not make a fuss about it cause hey he respects your boundaries-- he's got you in his arms. His hugs make you feel like nothing can hurt you, you're protected in his arms, leaning against his chest, listening to his heartbeat.

I : I Love You How fast do they say the L-word?

I can definitely see him taking a bit to say it, not because he doesn't love you, but because saying it feels really real to him. However, when he comes to fully realize, know, and accept that he loves you, he says it without realizing it and doesn't blink while you're reeling. After that, he ends every conversation with an "I love you", and sometimes randomly gives you a quick kiss with a "love you".

J : Jealousy How jealous do they get? What do they do when they're jealous?

It's strange for him because, on the one hand, he trusts you. Like, really, really trusts you. He'd hand you his guns if you so much as asked, not needing anything else. However, he does get jealous. Specifically cause he loves your attention, and when it's on someone else for too long and he feels ignored, the man deflates. His brothers think it's hilarious to steal your attention from him and watch him get all pouty. The big bad Red Hood is pouting cause his partner is talking to his brothers and not him.

K : Kisses What are their kisses like? Where do they like to kiss you? Where do they like to be kissed?

Kissing Jason makes you feel like you're wrapped up in a warm blanket, protected, loved, and like you're the most important person to walk on the earth. Regardless of how quick and small they are, or how hot and heavy they can become. He loves to kiss you on the lips, the cheek, and the forehead. He feels that's the best way to convey how much he loves you. As for him, he loves it when you press gentle kisses on his hands, his palms, or his knuckles. It makes him feel soft, it makes him feel safe. He won't say that, though, so you better pick up on his little smile every time you do.

L : Little Ones How are they around children?

He's the kind of guy who says they don't like kids, that they're snot-nosed and annoying. Yet he's so soft with them. He kneels down to their level to talk to them, never talks to them like they're dumb or babies, always makes sure they are able to show or say their boundaries and he respects them. He volunteered once with you at a library with the poorer kids and read to them, going out of his way to make funny voices, letting them climb all over his lap, tug his hair, etc.

M : Morning How are mornings spent with them?

He's not a morning person. Odds are you're up before him and he tries holding you in bed, pleading that he just needs five more minutes with you. You can bribe him out of bed with breakfast and coffee, however.

N : Night How are nights spent with them?

More of a night owl, and you two often stay up late, talking in hushed whispers about anything and everything. He likes it when he makes you laugh when you're tired and giggly and find him hilarious. Odds are he's not a morning person cause you two stay up late.

O : Open When would they start revealing things about themselves? Do they say everything all at once or wait a while to reveal things slowly?

He wouldn't open up quickly. That's just not really the Batfamily tradition. You'd be dating for a while, and one night he'd probably have a rough night. Aggressive thugs out and about, hurt kids, bad memories. You'd just hold him, you wouldn't pry or ask questions, just let him relax into you. And he'd spill. About his mom. About Willis. About meeting Bruce. About his relationship with his brothers. Dying. Coming back. His feelings. Everything.

P : Patience How easily angered are they?

He used to have a horrible temper, and everyone knew. With you? He wanted to change that. You were never the reason he was mad: upset? Sometimes, sure. But he loves you, so he worked on himself. He worked on communication, talking to you when you did something or said something. He learned healthier ways to manage his anger, as to never take it out on you.

Q : Quizzes How much would they remember about you? Do they remember every little detail you mention in passing, or do they kind of forget everything?

Jason remembers when his mom started forgetting small things about him, forgetting holidays and birthdays, and as a kid he never said anything, but it hurt. It hurt a lot when she forgot how old he was because she missed his past few birthdays. So he makes sure he remembers everything about you. You once mentioned this café opening you saw online? He takes you there on opening day-- five months later. You changed from gold to silver or silver to gold? He picks up on it and changes the jewelry he buys you accordingly.

R : Remember What is their favorite moment in your relationship?

He's got two. One, when you learned about him being Red Hood. He was worried about your response, knowing it was a dangerous life. But you just told him to promise you he'd always come back to you, and you learned how to patch up different kinds of wounds without telling him to help him however you could. Just you worrying about his safety made his heart flutter. Two, when you learned who his father was. He was used to people wanting to be close to him and his siblings because of Bruce-- riches and influence. You didn't care, at all. "Oh. Your dad's Bruce Wayne? Cool. Do you want lo-mien or ramen for dinner?"

S : Security How protective are they? How would they protect you? How would they like to be protected?

Super protective. I think we can all agree on that. He's seen the worst of the worst people, seeing people hurt and injured. He never wants you to be in those positions. You'd move in with him eventually, his apartment was probably one of the safest places in Gotham. He tracked you, with your consent of course, and you understood. You tracked his phone too, cause he knows you worry as well. As for you protecting him, he likes it when you hold him after nightmares or rough nights, telling him everything's going to be okay, and just being there for him.

T : Try How much effort would they put into dates, anniversaries, gifts, everyday tasks?

A lot. But he does his best not to show it. Oh, you have a dream date you have a Pinterest board for? Well, he's searching high and low on how to make that date happen. You've always wanted to go to Paris? London? Brazil? Guess where you're going for your two year anniversary. He tucks you in whenever you nap or sleep, bookmarks your pages for you so you never lose your page, and makes sure he always has your favorite drinks in the fridge.

U : Ugly What would be some bad habits of theirs?

Self-sacrificing and shutting down. He has a hard time letting people help him, feeling like if he lets people help then he's not strong enough to take care of you. It upsets you whenever he does that, but in a way you get it. It's something you two work on.

V : Vanity How concerned are they with their looks?

His concern is mostly whenever you get worried about him. The bags under his eyes, the half-treated cuts and bruises. He takes better care of himself after dating you because whenever you worry about him like that it hurts his heart too. He gets a better shower schedule, sleeps better, eats more than take out and protein.

W : Whole Would they feel incomplete without you?

I think towards the beginning of your relationship he would do his best to remain independent. He knew the pain of being alone, being left, being forgotten, and he did his best to avoid that, but he also wouldn't want to wish that upon you if anything happened. However, as your relationship grows and continues you truly become the light of his life, and his day isn't complete if he doesn't talk to you at least once.

X : Xtra A random headcanon for them.

He talks in his sleep. Sometimes, on bad nights, he's crying, nightmares from his memories, and fears of losing you or seeing his family die in front of him because, despite it all, he still cares about them. On good days he mutters the most random crap, and you have videos of him arguing with some made up person from his dreams over food or clothes.

Y : Yuck What are some things they wouldn't like, either in general or in a partner?

He wouldn't like conceited people, confident sure, but cocky? No. He dealt with Bruce's rich "friends" too much to deal with that. He wouldn't want someone to coddle him, baby him, he wants to be taken care of sure, but not at the expense of a partner treating him like he's incapable of doing anything.

Z : Zzz What is a sleep habit of theirs?

If he could stay up all night talking to you, looking at you, he would. You, however, enjoy sleeping. You feel like you have to fight him to be in bed before three AM, and deal with the fact that he and Tim are far closer in how much coffee they drink than Jason would ever admit.

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yisony07 · 2 months

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Wolfed Love

This story is very different from what I usually do. I haven't given up on the mask or ghost stories yet, but I wanted to try something different. Hope you like it!! 🤎🤎🤎

The aroma of coffee alerted the redhead Marcus Anderson that the coffee maker had finished brewing the coffee, so he stood up from the couch and, as he headed to the kitchen, he took the opportunity to close the curtains and thus prevent the bloody light of the evening sun from coming in, giving the house a somewhat cold and quiet atmosphere. The only noise that could be heard was that of the washer-dryer, which had been running since Marcus had arrived a few hours ago.

Marcus arrived in the kitchen, turned off the stove and poured two cups of coffee. Then, he threw in a couple of sugar cubes and a little cream and took them to the table in front of the couch where he had been sitting. The redhead looked at the wall clock and a worried sigh came out of his lips before he began to shake his leg out of anxiety.

At that moment, the door opened and a black-haired man, of the same build as Marcus, dressed in a suit and tie and somewhat sweaty and tired, entered the room. Marcus noticed his lost gaze and slumped shoulders as well. As soon as he entered, Marcus stood up and approached him to give him a kiss on the lips, which the newcomer immediately returned.

“Hey, Mark-baby,” the black-haired man said and turned his tired gaze to Marcus.

“Hey, Oliver,” Marcus replied and took Oliver’s hand to lead him to the couch. “Tough day, huh?”

“It was horrible!” Oliver said and unbuttoned his shirt.

“Well… I made us some coffee, maybe that will relax you a little.”

“You know me well,” Oliver said, followed by a giggle. Then, the couple sat on the couch and began to drink their cups of coffee.

Oliver and Marcus had met a long time ago when they were working at a call center. Despite being a very well-paid job, it was stressful because of the variety of people they had to deal with. Oliver was very friendly, but had little patience, and found it difficult to contain himself when he got upset; Marcus was calmer, although he couldn't handle angry or shouting callers, and would quickly hang up. Their ways differed markedly, and yet they both found mutual relief in being able to make fun of their most atrocious experiences.

Over time, they both left work to pursue something else, but their friendship not only persisted, but grew stronger, transforming into something deeper. That connection was what led them to make the decision to live together. Marcus had been luckier than Oliver, as he was self-employed, while Oliver had an office job as stressful as the sitcoms they watched together made it seem.

The couple enjoyed coffee as Oliver unburdened himself by telling his story about his day.

“And just when I was supposed to leave, the HR guy told me I had to fix my documents… I thought I had made a mistake…” Oliver said and took another sip from his cup, “and it turned out he didn’t understand the Excel template, I wasted all that time explaining it to him! And so, that’s why I arrived at this time.”

“Hehe, such an idiot.”

“I thought I heard the boss say that they are going to change it… but in the meantime, we have to put up with it.”

“Is it your turn to go tomorrow?”

“No, the boss is going on vacation and my department depends on him, so I’ll be free this week.”

“Excellent! We could plan the trip to that hot…” Marcus stopped when he heard an alarm. “The laundry is already ready… I’ll take care of it and fold it before bed, okay?”

“In that case, I’ll wash the dishes.”

Marcus gave Oliver another kiss before getting up and going to the room where they kept the washing machine. As he crossed the hall, he noticed that it was already dark, with the full moon shining brightly over the dark sky. Upon reaching the washer-dryer, Marcus placed the clothes in a basket and left them in the room where they slept. He returned to Oliver in the kitchen, who had taken off his shirt, leaving him only in his white t-shirt. Marcus approached him, hugged him from behind, placing kisses on his neck.

“Particularly affectionate, huh?” Oliver commented.

“To see if it helps your mood…” Marcus replied, and once Oliver finished with the dishes, they both made dinner and ate, and soon they were already in their room, with the curtains open, where they both began to fold the clothes.

“You could sleep, I could dedicate myself to this alone,” Marcus said, taking a pair of pants and folding them.

“But I couldn't, you know I like the spoon position and I understand that it takes two, right?” Oliver answered, picking up and folding t-shirts at a remarkably fast speed.

“There’s your pillow.”

“You’re my pillow.”

As they took out the clothes, they folded them before stacking them according to their type: underwear and socks, then t-shirts, shirts, pants… Marcus thought they had finished when, as he put his hand in the basket for the last time, he came across a woolly surface that he couldn’t recognize and found extremely strange.

“Huh? W-what is this?” Marcus asked as he picked up the object that was inside. Great was his surprise when, upon taking it out, he found a wolf mask.

“Wow! That’s cool,” Oliver exclaimed without thinking, noticing the dark grey fabric the mask was made of, with holes for the eyes. Marcus tilted it a little further and it fell off, revealing another similar mask, only made of brown fabric. Oliver picked up the greyish mask.

Only one question invaded the couple’s minds: Where had those two masks come from?

“It’s amazing!” Oliver said, admiring the mask, looking at those holes where the eyes of whoever could see it would be as if he was also looking back at him. “And it feels really soft…” he added, wanting to try it immediately. He already felt the fabric brushing his forehead when Marcus stopped him.

“Wait! We don’t even know where they came from! Or did you buy them?”

“No, I would have told you,” Oliver replied immediately, somewhat discouraged by Marcus’ reaction.

“Well, I don’t know if it would be a good idea to put them on now,” Marcus replied, leaving the mask he was holding on the basket.

“Come on, Mark, what’s the worst that can happen?” and with that said, Oliver put the mask on.

With a sigh of resignation, Marcus put the mask on. It felt surprisingly comfortable: the fabric offered a soft, warm hug to his skin and the position of the wolfish eyes, nose, and mouth matched those of his face. It felt good… strangely good.

“Well, I guess we could take them off to go to sleep…” Marcus said and glanced at Oliver, who, with his mouth half open, stared intently out the window, the moonlight reflecting in his eyes. “Olie…?”

“Why don’t we go outside? The moon looks interesting…” Oliver said in a tone that was strange to Marcus, as it was slower than usual.

“Oliver, what’s wrong?” Marcus asked, but Oliver grabbed him and pulled him along with unusual strength.

Marcus tried to get away as best he could, but to his surprise and confusion, it was difficult, not so much because he didn't have enough strength to break free, but because his arms didn't seem to respond to his commands. As they continued walking, Marcus wanted to break free, but his hands were involuntarily under Oliver's grip, so in a matter of minutes they were both outside the house, covered under an immense dark sky. The couple continued walking until Oliver released Marcus in a clearing in the forest surrounding their home.

When Oliver looked up at the sky, he noticed that the moon was covered by clouds, so he was unable to appreciate its splendor. Marcus, for his part, was still confused, with chills seeing his partner act so strangely after putting on the masks.

“Uh... Oliver? I think we should take this off and investigate later...” Marcus said, watching him.

Oliver looked away at Marcus's eyes. “But it’s so comfortable!” he protested.

“But still… I’m a little nervous about all this… please,” he pleaded.

Oliver sighed in defeat. “Okay, okay…”

He brought his hands up to his head to pull the mask off. After a few tries, however, he gave up.

“Uh… Marcus? I can’t get it off,” Oliver said, “It’s stuck.”

“How?” Marcus asked, squinting, and he tried to take off the mask too, but couldn’t. It was like it was stuck to his body like it refused to leave his head.

At that moment, the dark clouds covering the moon moved, allowing it to shine unhindered. Both Marcus and Oliver then felt their arms grow heavier than usual and involuntarily stopped pulling. Quickly, they both felt the mask sticking more and more to their skin. Their breathing became labored. Oliver fell to the ground while Marcus grabbed onto a nearby tree.

With a *crack*, both men's shirts were torn as their torsos and muscle mass grew rapidly. Little by little, a bunch of hair sprouted from every inch of their skin: brown for Marcus and black for Oliver. Marcus panted and staggered as his skin was covered, while Oliver was calmer on the ground, not resisting. Fangs replaced their teeth, claws replaced their nails, their ears were hidden under the mask's ears, which took on a realistic texture, their noses and lips were replaced by the mask, which had fused to them, and little by little human words and ideas stopped making sense to them.

Within minutes, they both lay still. When Oliver tried to say something, a growl came from his lips, although Marcus seemed to understand it, and went to help him up. The couple had become werewolves, but any concern was overtaken by a longing to run through the forest, feel the airflow through their fur, and be bathed in the moonlight. They may not be able to communicate through words, but the growls were enough to understand each other. Marcus and Oliver ran through the forest during the night, to explore their abilities, and to enjoy their new possibilities together.

#male transformation #gay tf #gay transformation #male tf #body changes #mental change #muscle transformation #muscle tf #huge muscle #musclegrowth #werewolf #werewolf tf #oc #mask tf

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raevenlywrites · 1 month

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Prism of Queer Reflection Tarot Read-a-long

I wrote a book! A tarot workbook, to be specific. Designed to serve as a guide of queer self-exploration, the Prism of Queer Reflection can be done solo or as a group. Through the month of September, I'd like to run it with a wave of beta participants, to help me develop the language and spark discussion for journaling templates to be included in the final book.

Like tarot? Like self discovery? Queer as fuck? Come hang out with us in my discord as we pull tarot cards and have aha moments about our queer identities.

Participants will receive a link to an advanced copy of the book and access to my excellent reading advice. No deck? No problem! There are tons of tarot generators online, including a few of varying usefulness I've made

#raevenly nonsense #raev reads tarot #prism of queer self reflection #prism read a long #raevs discord

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alex51324 · 26 days

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Hamburger Festival Report!

There's a pretty standard template for American town festivals: You block off a few streets (unless there's a park or something that makes sense to use instead), and rent spaces for people/organizations/businesses to set up booths. There'll be a stage or two with free entertainment--usually musicians, but there can be dance troupes, magicians, etc. in the mix. There may be some activities or contests tied into the festival theme, but the main events are a) eating, and b) wandering around looking at booths.

Sometimes this type of festival will have a carnival or midway attached to it, with rides and games, but these are not a required element of the standard American town festival. This one had a rock-climbing wall and a mechanical bull, interspersed with the typical booths, but that's it.

These festivals do not have to have a theme--where I grew up, it was just the TownName Street Fair--but a lot of them do. Food is the most common type of theme: you get Apple Festivals, Seafood Festivals, Tomato Festivals, Maple Syrup Festivals, all sorts. Something to do with local history and heritage is also common, like Old Time TownName Days. The amount of emphasis placed on the theme varies.

Since hamburgers are already a typical food to sell at festivals, they were very heavily represented at Hamburger Festival! The festival guide listed over forty different hamburger stands. I went around and took pictures of the menus for the ones that looked good, before deciding what to buy.

@griseldagimpel I think these two are probably the most innovative ones I saw!

There were some professional food trucks:

That second one had some interesting-looking options, too.

Here's another menu with some interesting options; this was one of a handful of stands offering a vegetarian burger option. (That Elvis one looks pretty innovative, too.)

There were a few stands offering the hamburger-with-a-crabcake-on-top, which sounded interesting, too.

Or if you just want a classic hamburger at a reasonable price, you could go with the stand run by the Boy Scouts:

Their burgers started at $5, and smelled pretty good!

Alcohol availability at town festivals varies regionally; in some parts of the US, it's considered inappropriate for alcohol (even beer) to be sold or consumed at events attended by families with children. Pennsylvania (where I live, and where Hamburg, PA is) used to be one of these, but our alcohol laws have been relaxing quite a bit over the last 10-15 years or so. As a result, Hamburger Festival does have beer and wine vendors.

However, they are limited to a fenced-off portion of the festival area, and if you buy a cup of beer you have to stay inside the fence to drink it. (Some of the vendors also offered discreetly-packaged bottles and cans to take home, but you are not allowed to open them on the premises.)

Of course, all of the food vendors are outside of the fence, so if you want to have a beer and a hamburger simultaneously, you have to buy the burger first, and take it into the Designated Beer Area.

This I did; I went with the Brie and Apricot Jam one, and a cranberry-ginger hard cider. (My other top choice for the burger was the Heavenly Hog one, with the apple slaw.) Both were excellent!

Band playing in the Beer Area:

They also wisely placed the Great PortaPotty Cluster adjacent to the Beer Area:

Back outside of the Sin Zone, vendors include classic fair food:

And church bake sales:

Nonfood vendors include crafters/artisans, like this metalworker:

The Starship Enterprise was like $500, so I didn't buy it.

There are also crafters selling items with, uh, lower production values, and lower price points. There were a couple of booths selling 3-D printed fidget toys. I considered this polar bear, because it almost looks like Autism Creature:

But in the end I went with something else, which I will share a little later.

They also this, a version of the betta-in-a-cup that won't make @kaxen mad:

Pictured: The only kind of fish you should keep in such a tiny container!

Also represented were various kinds of MLM schlock:

Like this CutCo Knives stand; there was also a Pampered Chef one, several of the jewelry ones, and the one that does dip mixes and stuff; it isn't Taste of Home (that's a magazine), but it's something like that.

I did buy some seasoning mixes, but I got them from this decidedly more amateurish-looking (and cheaper) place, which also sold soap.

Another performance space; this one had a bluegrass trio that was actually pretty good.

Here a child had a stand selling 3D printed gizmos:

Where I obtained this treasure:

Her mother, it developed, had been highly skeptical that anyone would want to buy these, but I assured her that it was brilliant, and my favorite purchase of the day.

I also got take-home cider, the aforementioned spices and soap, some tea, and alpaca-fiber insoles. (My feet were sore, by that point.)

Another interesting thing, which I did not take any pictures of, is the evidence of widely-varying attitudes toward the festival, by the people who actually live on the streets where it takes place. The people behind the stand where I bought my brie-and-apricot burger had festooned their knee-high garden wall with wire and signs saying DO NOT SIT ON WALL, because, I guess, that harms them in some way, if someone does that. Other residents were having porch-parties to watch the festival, or were manning coolers of sodas and bottled water, usually for a dollar apiece (with this competition, most of the official vendors were also selling water and sodas for a dollar, but I bought from one of the porches anyway).

Anyway, to sum up, it was kind of neat; I don't necessarily have a burning desire to go again (although I would like to try that burger with the apple slaw), but I'd also be willing to go again. I spent way too much money on crap, but it's no fun going to something like that and not buying stuff.

#hamburger festival

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eg4mccc · 2 years

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First Call, Sims 4 Infants Patch is Coming Soon!!

(graphic credit: Bonxie)

It's almost time, the Infants are Coming!! Before the patch on March 14 breaks mods and custom content in preparation for the March 16 Sims 4 Growing Together expansion pack, I thought I'd run through a few things you'll need to know about, ahead of time.

When you load up after the patch, Mods and CC are going to be disabled by EA. This is fine, we're expecting a lot of things to break, and this time, it most likely will include MCCC.

We on Deaderpool's Discord recommend taking all of your mods/cc OUT, not leaving them sitting "turned off" (disabled) in your Mods folder. There's no guarantee the game can't see them anyway, so for the cleanest test, we always say to move the files out into a folder on the Desktop. You need this "game only" benchmark to see how things are supposed to behave, or to see if what isn't working properly is a problem in the game code, itself.

Most of the time, we would actually recommend a "mc-vanilla" test, which means to ONLY leave MCCC in your mods folder... but in the case of a Big Patch, until Deaderpool has a chance to evaluate (and hotfix) MCCC for code changes that might cause the mod to give you unexpected issues in game, "true vanilla" (mod/cc free) would be where to start testing.

By the way, if you need help getting your files organized ahead of the patch, you can find a downloadable Mods folder template here, courtesy of Shino Nox.

Without benefit of MCCC's mc_lastexception.html error file to help dig for errors, once you have your game-only test run completed, the next thing to do would be a 50/50. Make a copy of your save file, to safeguard against accidentally saving while your mods and cc are not in the game. (Don't worry, if you DO happen to save your main file this way, just come right away and ask us on Discord how to recover from it.)

One tip we've learned over the years is that you might be able to rule out entire sections of files with two basic tests:

One test with all of your cc & no mods (except MCCC, as long as it's working properly)

One test with all of your script/game-changing mods, and none of your extra custom content. (You would need to keep all of a mod's pieces together, both ts4script and package files.)

If either test results in any kind of error, you'll need to drill down through those files with the 50/50 technique, to find what's broken.

Luth's forum posts and Scarlet's mod list are both excellent resources. You may notice I'm not linking to any specific forum post. The reason is, Luth/luthienrising starts new patch threads in the section I did link, as needed. You'll be able to spot it once she has created it.

Last month, our team on Discord celebrated our sixth anniversary of helping players. Don't panic once the patch is live, just swing by and see us for help. If you can't get in, because you've been banned for some reason, our appeal process is outlined here.

Most questions you might have are probably answered in the #server-info channel. PLEASE read it, before approaching us in support. It will make everything easier, for both of us.

Thanks for your time, and, good luck with the patch!!

#discord server #sims 4 #patch changes #support #troubleshooting

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astrojulia · 1 year

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5th house through the signs

ARIES: You enjoy discovering new games and taking on innovative tasks, and you often take the initiative to try them out on your own. Your creativity is a major strength, allowing you to live in the present moment, even if your impulsiveness occasionally results in less-than-ideal outcomes. As a child, you were highly active and athletic, and that passion for movement and challenge continues into adulthood. You encourage your children to make the most of life and seize every opportunity, instilling them with bravery, strength, and competitiveness since they are highly influenced by Mars or Aries. When it comes to romance, you tend to be confident and forward, often taking the lead in flirting. The pursuit of someone you're interested in can be thrilling, but you may find that once the challenge is over, the attraction fades. You have a busy social life and a strong desire to enjoy life's finer things. You may have a competitive streak when it comes to spending time with family and friends, engaging in playful games and roughhousing. Many individuals will be drawn to you because of your strong physical appearance and powerful physical appeal.

TAURUS: You have an excellent eye for beauty and enjoy indulging in physical activities that bring you joy. Singing is one of your favorite pastimes, and you take your time to create and appreciate the finer things in life. Your childhood may have been filled with moments of relaxation and indulgence, leading you to prefer taking things slow when engaging in creative pursuits. Your nurturing nature comes to the fore when around children, and you may have high expectations of your own offspring, balanced with a kind and caring demeanor. You have a natural sensuality that attracts others to you effortlessly. Your steady and deliberate nature, has a magnetic effect that activates hormones in others. Although you may initially be drawn to a luxurious lifestyle, you may find yourself seeking new experiences once the initial excitement wears off. Your pleasant personality and positive outlook make you a popular presence in social settings. You are recognized for your artistic talents and creativity, earning admiration from peers who share your interests.

GEMINI: You have a curious and analytical mind, always seeking out new challenges and games to keep you sharp. When it comes to matters of the heart, you value communication and discovery, enjoying the process of forming intimate bonds with others. Your social life is lively and exciting, and people are drawn to your carefree and easygoing nature. You have a knack for logical and clear thinking, although emotional needs are not your top priority. It seems that a small family or no children may be in your future, but that doesn't stop you from finding success in various areas, such as stocks, bonds, newspapers, computer networks, and software. You have an appreciation for beauty and enjoy engaging your senses through hobbies and activities. In your free time, you like to unwind and take it easy. In a romantic relationship, you seek affection and a deep connection with someone who cares for you. While you may enjoy spoiling your loved ones with material possessions, you understand the importance of connecting on a personal level, especially with children who may have different personalities from yours.

CANCER: You have a huge heart for children and always want to ensure their safety and well-being. You prefer to approach things in a gentle and smooth manner rather than being rough or aggressive. Cooking and other creative hobbies bring you joy and allow your natural creativity to shine through. When you follow your instincts, you feel alive and truly present in the moment - trust your gut, it won't lead you astray! As a child, you may have been particularly sensitive and emotional, and sometimes felt like you were targeted because of it. But now, as an adult, you're fiercely protective of children and want to make sure they never have to experience any harm or hurt. If you have children, they may have Cancer placements or a strong Moon position, making them deep, intuitive, and reassuring. When you fall in love, you tend to be a bit shy at first because your feelings are so intense right off the bat. Your romantic interest will make you feel safe and protected, which makes you all the more attractive to others. When it comes to intimacy, you're open and passionate, and things can heat up pretty quickly! You have a strong emotional nature and are very attuned to the feelings of those around you. You take love seriously and can be hurt easily by insensitive people. Although you enjoy being social, you tend to keep your distance from casual affairs as you value deep connections with others.

LEO: You're someone who loves to have fun and enjoy life, especially when it comes to romance. You're playful and full of innovative ideas, which makes you a naturally gifted artist. You're highly expressive and entertaining, and you exude confidence in everything you do. As a child, you loved being in the spotlight, but you also know when it's important to step back and let others shine. You enjoy being around children and you love giving them opportunities to showcase their talents. When it comes to sexuality, you're not only confident, but a bit cocky too, since you know that anyone you find attractive likely feels the same way about you. But you're drawn to people who value trust just as much as you do. Although your heart flutters at the thought of love, you also know that sometimes the party has to come to an end. You have a large and diverse social circle, and you know how to turn any situation into a celebration. You're often flirtatious, but it's your proud and devoted attitude that attracts the opposite sex. In romance, you take a commanding position and are tenacious in pursuing your dreams. You also have a natural affinity for children and enjoy incorporating them into your life.

VIRGO: You’re the type who takes the time to plan everything before diving into games or pastimes. You also have a natural talent for troubleshooting and can be both impulsive and analytical. Plus, your creativity really shines when you're organizing things and planning exciting activities. As a child, you were probably quite a witty kid who loved to correct adults, and now as an adult, you're passionate about teaching children critical thinking skills. It's so cool that your children will likely share some of your unique qualities and provide you with valuable insights. When it comes to your relationships with others, you're a sensitive and humble person, especially when giving constructive criticism. Your humility is such a valuable asset, even if you don't always realize it. It's clear that you prioritize intellect over everything else, which can sometimes come across as analytical when it comes to relationships. Although you have a diverse group of friends, you're not one to follow the crowd to parties or social events. In matters of the heart, you tend to take a practical approach at first, but as things progress, you may develop a desire for something deeper. It's totally understandable that you have your own beliefs about how a relationship should unfold and that you apply them to your interactions with others. Overall, you're an analytical and meticulous person who values order and intellectual pursuits, and that's really something to be proud of!

LIBRA: Your creativity shines brightest when you're with someone, usually your sweetheart. As a teenager, you started exploring the realms of love, with your heart beating faster than other kids. You were always on the lookout for new crushes, seeking that fresh "love apple," and you had a flirtatious nature. Nowadays, you encourage youngsters to be considerate, polite, and to present themselves well. Your own children are likely to inherit your flirty and charming qualities if they have Libra planets or a strong Venus influence. You've mastered the art of flirting while maintaining class and expressing your interest. Candlelit dinners, romantic movies, music, and drinks all contribute to making romance feel truly special. But what happens when the initial charm and politeness wear off? You naturally gravitate towards a diverse range of people and thrive in their company. Your social circle is always buzzing with acquaintances, and you have a strong desire to form connections with them. These connections may lead to marriage, partnerships, contracts, or other forms of commitment. Your popularity makes you the life of the party, and your warmth and friendship attract a lot of attention. You have a creative flair and a keen sense of color and organization. Anything from flowers to interior design is right up your alley.

SCORPIO: You're captivated by artistic pursuits and enjoy engaging in high-stakes creative endeavors. Your creative moments have an enigmatic and hidden quality to them. Even as a child, you weren't always upfront and open about your plans. There were secret layers to you that only the adults around you were aware of. As an adult, you have a keen sense of children's hidden emotions and motivations. If you have children, their energy is likely influenced by Scorpio or Pluto. They possess a mysterious and sometimes even intimidating quality, as if they can see right through you. When you have an emotional interest in someone, you tend to keep it under wraps. The air of mystery is highly appealing to you, and you find yourself particularly drawn to Scorpio types. You dive into relationships headfirst, making things intense and heated right from the start. However, you may feel the need to come to your senses at times. Your social life and connections hold great importance to you, and you take them seriously. You tend to be attracted to physically attractive individuals, and your emotional nature easily gets stirred into action. The desire for a family and children can lead to a strong longing to find the right partner.

SAGITTARIUS: When it comes to recreation and sports, you prefer wide open spaces. You have a natural talent for teaching, especially when it comes to children. You believe that creativity involves exploring multiple options, and the joy of actively discovering new things resonates with you. As a child, you were restless and full of energy, too larger than life to be contained. This affinity with children allows you to encourage their independence and let them experience the freedom to explore. You want your own children to have the opportunity to travel the world! If you have children, their free-spirited nature will likely be influenced by Sagittarius or Jupiter, making them adventurous companions on your journeys. You're attracted to people who promise to whisk you away from mundane existence into something more exciting. This is why you find Sagittarius-ruled individuals so appealing; they share your thirst for adventure. Your passion thrives as long as things remain fun and larger than life. However, you may feel compelled to embark on a new adventure, even in the realm of dating. Your upbeat and lively demeanor makes you popular among friends and family, and you enjoy being the center of attention at parties and social gatherings. In matters of love, you may sometimes come across as overconfident, but your generosity and good nature make up for any lack of seriousness or commitment.

CAPRICORN: You know how to have fun responsibly. You enjoy planning events and coordinating activities for others. You might have a natural talent for coming up with innovative business ideas. Hard work fuels your creativity. Every moment is like a goal for you, and you fully immerse yourself in it, dedicating your energy to it. As a child, you probably acted more like an adult than a typical kid. You felt a sense of duty and always pushed yourself to work hard and complete tasks. Sometimes, you can be a bit tough with the little ones, but it's only because you want to motivate them to achieve their goals. If you have children, they'll likely have the traits of Capricorn or Saturn—mature and responsible, just like your inner child. You're drawn to someone who embodies true leadership qualities. They, or perhaps even you, are in charge of their own destiny. When it comes to romance, you like to keep things sensible and structured at first. But over time, that might lose its charm, and you or your partner might end up feeling "fired." Within your social circle, you're a loyal and trustworthy friend. With patience and care, your realistic attitude and trustworthiness help you build strong relationships with your partners and friends. You have a tendency to keep your emotions in check, which others may perceive as being a bit cold or insensitive.When it comes to romance, you're attracted to someone who exudes true leadership qualities. You admire those who take charge of their own lives. At the beginning of a relationship, you prefer things to be practical and structured. However, as time goes on, the initial appeal may fade, and either you or your partner might feel the need to move on. Within your social circle, you're known for being loyal and reliable, someone people can trust.

AQUARIUS: You've got a knack for using play as a way to express your unique personality. You love engaging in fresh and fascinating activities. For you, living in the moment means embracing your individuality and daring to be different. Your creative talents are wild and quirky, and you couldn't care less about what others think. As a child, you were anything but ordinary—unconventional, independent, and even rebellious. That's why you relate to kids in such an open manner, encouraging them to think for themselves and embrace their uniqueness. And if your children have strong Aquarius or Uranus influences, they'll be marching to the beat of their own drum. To you, craziness and sensuality go hand in hand. You want to turn their world upside down by introducing them to things they've never heard of or done before, and vice versa. But here's the thing: this wild, rebellious abandon might not be exactly what you need to commit to in the long run when it comes to your own life. In your social circle, you have a wide network of friends and acquaintances, many of whom have a scientific background or are involved in progressive activities. Companionship brings you comfort and enjoyment, as long as your originality remains a defining characteristic. And guess what? You have no trouble entertaining yourself either. Your idealistic yet unconventional approach to love and romance attracts peculiar and fascinating individuals. You're not interested in the ordinary or mundane when it comes to matters of the heart. Instead, you seek connections that challenge the norms and spark your imagination. Your relationships might be filled with unexpected twists and turns, but that's exactly what keeps things exciting for you. Love becomes an adventure, where you embrace the unconventional and explore uncharted territories of the heart.

PISCES: You've got some serious artistic talent and a knack for being inventive. Whether it's music, dance, painting, or theater, engaging in any of these activities helps you relax and unwind. Your creativity is off the charts, but it doesn't always translate to the practical world. When you're in the moment, it's hard for you to put it into words because you're fully immersed in it. As a child, you had a vivid imagination and a sensitive conscience. You've always been attuned to the struggles of others, which makes you incredibly compassionate and altruistic, especially when it comes to children. But hey, be careful not to give too much of yourself away! If you have children, they might inherit some Pisces or Neptune qualities, making them free-spirited beings in your grand plan. You might find yourself confused about who you find attractive or why you find them attractive. The initial stages of romance can feel like a dream as you both enter your own little world. However, since the magic of romance can't last forever, you may experience disappointment and disillusionment when it comes to dating. You're a true romantic at heart, and falling in love happens all too easily for you. Your emotions can be overpowering and sometimes lead you astray from making the best decisions. You prefer intimate relationships over group activities, and you tend to attract sensitive and caring individuals. As you venture deeper into the cave of love, trust your instincts.

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areleksiyamoonlight · 2 months

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Daphne Dauman [CC] + Sims Templates ✨ [4 pt.]

Daphne Dauman is a plantation owner and assistant to the head of the potions department at the School of Magic. Her gardening skills are admired by many teachers. However, the girl still has a lot to learn, but she does not give up and continues to diligently improve her skills. Daphne strives for impeccable cleanliness, although she constantly digs in the garden. Her elegant necklace with pebbles collected during travel and work highlights her love of collecting.

Character Information:

The clothes for the character were selected without using CC content;

From the CC content, I used: hairstyle, ears, skin features, makeup, lenses [If you download a character without the mods folder, it will look completely different. Sliders were not used]

A young age character;

Preferences, career, skills, lifestyle are indicated;

Hair growth is disabled and orientation is set;

The character's race is a wizard

[ATTENTION] If there are any problems with the archive / character, please let me know in private messages. But I hope everything will be all right.

Simfileshare (free): download

Information about templates and icons:

I've been wanting to do something like this for gardening for a long time, because I don't really like the way the game depicts the condition of plants.

4 icons of your plant's mood have been drawn [Excellent, Peaceful, dissatisfied, painful]

"Plant Condition" templates [Weeds, watering, infestation]

Picked up a small pack of gardening icons

Simfileshare (free): download (psd files)

(I would appreciate it if you tag me as an author)

#sims 4 #sims 4 template #sims 4 psd #sims 4 resources #resources #ts4 psd #ts4 resources #ts4 template #the sims 4 #ts4 #ts4 download #ts4 templates #ts4 editing #plant sim #gardening sims 4 #gardening

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Okay first of all, the template for your asks is hilarious. Also I wanna submit my theory that Aenys is or might be a bastard.

1. We know Rhaenys surrounded herself of comely young men. Which, granted, pretty people isn’t a crime. But the fact that ALL those bards, mummers, pipettes were all noted to be handsome is very wild. Ugly people are talented too. If a man had an entourage of beautiful ladies around him, you’d ask questions.

2. Rhaenys is described as more of a free spirit. She is linked to infidelity and such multiple time.

A)She is the one who make the law of 6 which allow a women to not beat to death for adultery. Granted there’s a mention of that gods made woman and man to be faithful to one and mother but this was likely public image decree/council words because Rhaenys was the second wife and in a polygamous marriage. + we know the Targaryens during conquest aren’t real Sept (GRRM said Aegon converted for politics)

B) Rhaenys’s Hill overlook the Street of Silk, silk of pleasures.

C) Visenya & her are supposed to be polar opposite. Visenya was undoubtedly faithful to Aegon, if her and Rhaenys contrast In all aspects, Rhaenys could be unfaithful.

3) Aenys is said to be an excellent singer and patrons of the art. Now granted Rhaenys liked signing BUT there’s no mention that she was a good singer.

4) Aenys has little to no similarity to Aegon. All similarities can be pointed to the fact that Aegon is his uncle than father. A) “As tall as Aegon” Aegon is his uncle, genetics. B) “Bonded with a dragon” his mother was a dragon rider.

And Aenys’s flaws don’t match his dad or his mom. He was eager to please, undecided.

Aegon never cared to please people, he only cared about consolidating his realm but never once he was so eager to please to not brush people’s feelings (proposed his bastard half brother to Argilac as a suitor) nor was he hesitant (his conquests) or soft (“when the sun sets, your line shall end” burned a whole family alive).

Rhaenys met with Meria Martell and dead ass told her “we will be back with fire and blood”, burned the people of planky town, and burned a whole army when on campaign with Orys. She kept her handsome favourites despite the rumours, she continued to be patrons of the arts depaite Visenya arguing that it was a waste. She stood firm in what she cared for and was not avoiding bloodshed.

5) Aenys stubbornness to marry his children. Now we know that Aegon I (who brought Aenys alongside him to teach him all about politics) was careful to not upset the faith. [visiting the Sept everytime he went to Oldtown, going to service even though he wasn’t pious, having the septon endorse him, removing taxation for its members]

Not because he cared about their feelings but because they were a huge part of recently formed Westeros and it was wise to keep them close. YET Aenys went to bat for the match between Rhaena & Aegon. He didn’t even try to burn the septon or whatever, but he still was adamant.

Why? I think it’s because Aenys knew he wasn’t Aegon’s true born son and was weary that by marrying his children to other houses, that the dragon blood would dilute and heck even the truth exploding.

Rhaenys was 1/4 Velaryon (through Valaena Velaryon) and 3/4 Targaryen. In percentage it’s (25% Velaryon, 75% Targaryen)

Her conceiving with a random would mean that the child would be (1/2 father’s heritage, 3/8th Targaryen, 1/8th Velaryon).

Meaning that Aenys is 1/2 Andal (?), 3/8th Targaryen and 1/8th Velaryon which in percentage is 50% Andal, 37,5% Targaryen, 12.,5% Velaryon.

Aenys & Alyssa who’s 1/2 Velaryon 1/2 Massey had children. Their children would be (5/8th Velaryon, 1/4 Andal, and 1/8th Targaryen) in percentage this would mean:

Aenys & Alyssa’s issue: 62.5% Velaryon, 25% Andal, 12.5% Targaryen.

If Rhaena had married a non Targaryen, the Targaryen blood would have diluted, heck even the Velaryon blood would be a minority.

Targaryens are very careful and proud of their blood, not Valyrian blood, Targaryen blood and the key to dragons of House Targaryen.

Facing the threat of Targaryen lineage almost erased, the potential truth about his own lineage revealed, it’s no wonder why Aenys pushed for the incest marriage to go through instead of trying to match Rhaena & Aegon to Celtigars, Velaryons or Baratheons.

It also explained why Visenya and Maegor finally broke. Not only is he incompetent, but he doesn’t take necessary actions to preserve the kingdom and the line (crushing the faith opposition which was not only dangerous for stability but opposed the way to maintain Targaryen blood).

Also if you look at F&B illustration: Aegon & Maegor, i can believe it’s father and sons, I see Aenys, I see Aegon, besides being tall they don’t look alike.

Yeah I basically completely subscribe to the theory that Aenys was the result of Rhaenys' affair with a singer and not biologically Aegon's. I think it's very likely that either

Aegon was shooting blanks (this happens more than once in this family)

Aegon wasn't attracted to women

Now whether that means he was gay or simply didn't feel sexual attraction/felt significantly less sexual attraction than the average person is anyone's guess. I'm not sure which one i think george is leaning towards - Laenor, Renly, and Loras, all for example, are pretty explicitly gay and known for their male favorites. Stannis and Aerys I, on the other hand, are in a similar murky territory where we know they don't really (or ever) have sex with their wives but there's not a lot of confirmation as to whether they were asexual (I don't know that George would use that word but I do think he's aware of the concept, it's not like it's new) or whether they were attracted to men. I don't know if it's a reveal he's waiting on for later or if it's him just trying to fill thrld out by throwing in these fun lil mysteries.

HOWEVER. You've laid all this out really well and the fact that there's all this evidence (however circumstantial) and F&B brings our attention to these rumors very pointedly makes me believe George might be cooking something here. Especially since that Not A Blog post about how dragons and dragon bonding is going to take some focus in the books, I do think all this fascination with just how "targaryen" the conquerors and their descendants really are is going to be relevant at some point, even if it's just on an emotional level.

#BRIENNE OF TARTH DRAGON RIDER COME THRUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU #asks #anons #aegon the conqueror #rhaenys targaryen #i shoudl have a tag for this #aegon the uncle #lol lmao shout out transdimensional void #aenys targaryen

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corgitation · 10 months

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resources I'm using for studying japanese

vocab/kanji:

wanikani: I use daily reviews to learn kanji and vocabulary using the kanji. This resource isn't free, but this has really helped me stay consistent. I like the UI and find the content helpful

renshuu: this is my favorite mobile app, I use this to learn JLPT-specific vocab and kanji. I use the free version

mochi srs: the best flashcard app! The UI is super easy to use and has lots of shortcuts for making and reviewing cards fast. You can easily create and edit templates for cards, and have cards reference other cards. I have a deck for kanji and one for vocab, and my vocab template references any kanji that are used in the vocab tab. There's also super easy furigana, lots of features for japanese.

grammar:

bunpro: really good for grammar, this has lessons for each grammar rule and divides them into groups through popular textbooks and their own groupings for jlpt grammar

genki textbooks: pretty standard textbook for learning vocab, grammar, and kanji

genki study resources: great site with activities for all the genki lessons

tokini andy genki reviews: extra practice for genki lessons, explains some grammar more clearly, introduces new dialogue.

reading:

japanese folktales for language learners and japanese stories for language learners: folktales are a really great way to learn, because these references come up a lot. I've seen references to urashimo taro in evangelion, and the new pokemon dlc is a reference to momotaro. This book has the japanese on one page and english on the other, with vocabulary after the chapter. (here and here on natively)

animal crossing new leaf tobimori: I've recently started playing this and it's so much fun. I'm already really familiar with the game so I don't depend on any of the text for playing, and it's good for more common expressions, differences in speech between polite/casual/male/female etc. I have a post describing how I'm able to play this here. (here on lingotrack)

listening:

japanese with shun: big fan of this podcast, it's free on spotify and youtube, which scripts on patreon. Each podcast is about a short subject, and they're all in japanese. (here on lingotrack)

learn japanese pod: some free podcasts on spotify with more paid content, this one is both about japanese and in japanese. It will teach phrases for specific scenarios, like ordering sushi or refusing situations.

tracking:

lingotrack: I started time tracking a couple of months ago and it's been so helpful! This site is great for quickly logging study activities and seeing how the time stacks up. It helps me identify which areas I'm spending enough time in and which ones are lacking. I also use the library section for keeping track of my japanese native content

toggl: I use this online stopwatch for tracking the time for different study activities so I can log them in lingotrack. It also has a browser extension which I usually use

finding native content:

natively: excellent site for finding comprehensible input content and tracking days read. This site has a lot of reviews for books so it makes it easy to find books that are on level. You can follow me here

lingotrack: collections in lingotrack provides user generated groups of content so that you can create an see groupings of native material content. There aren't as many reviews for material here as there are for natively though, so I find material there and then add them here. You can follow me here

other:

tofugu: this blog has everything. Use it for finding reviews on japanese language resources, learning grammar rules, etc.

jisho: dictionary app, I use it as my source of truth for vocab and kanji meanings

heisig's remembering the kanji: a different approach to learning kanji, this focuses on first teaching the simplest kanji and building from ones you already know. This is different from wanikani, which will make sure you know (its own) particles before introducing the kanji that uses them, but focuses on learning kanji and vocab in priority order. I'm listing it here because I don't use it much anymore

deepl: ai translator, works much better than google translate. You can also put sentences in chatgpt and ask it for broken down explanations. Take any translations from ai with a grain of salt - they are great tools but do not ensure accuracy

edit 3/10/2024: added tracking and native content sections, added links to lingotrack and natively for media

#japanese studyblr #studyblr #langblr #language #japanese

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“This is a warning for Kray Foresight - free all captive Burnish immediately, or I’ll burn Promepolis to the ground!”

Many hours, layers, micromanaged bg assets, and egregious amounts of colorpicking later, it is finally done //passes out

As soon as I watched Promare I was legally obligated to draw the dragon.

Please do not reupload without permission!

(Very ramble-y) process notes and wips below the cut:

[[Shoutout to Tamberella’s wonderful city brushset, the bg would not have been possible otherwise!]]

I had to cross-reference so many stills and gifs from the movie in order to try and recreate the atmosphere and style XD This whole drawing was also the perfect excuse to whip out the polyline tool again, it’s one of my favorite things to draw with but I don’t actually use it much for...some reason lmao. Habit? Who knows...

As you can see, it was initially supposed to include his lil arms, but I couldn’t find a way to make them flow well with his line of action and had to exclude them (which was a bit painful as I was really happy with how the claw shapes turned out). I figured since the film seems to cheat it the same way, it was fine for me to do it as well XD Though I don’t have a capture of it, originally his body was also in a more straightforward loop-de-loop kind of shape.

I wanted to put special focus into the pose and sense of action (two things Trigger really excels at), namely when it came to the head and jaws. I noticed that in a couple of shots the dragon’s jaw is “broken” - opened at an unrealistically wide angle - to better emphasize the action, and while I didn’t take it as far as Trigger did I wanted to try and capture something similar in my own way.

The windows required SO much micromanaging. I blocked out a “template” of windows using one of the brushes in the mentioned set, grid-warped it to align with the perspective, and then copy-pasted it onto each building and then manually went through each one to make sure every patterns of “lit” windows was unique and felt believable. The process had to be repeated twice, for both visible sides of the buildings. As far as individual parts of the pic go, that step probably took the longest.

I also really wanted to somehow incorporate triangles into the drawing since they’re so representative of the Burnish and the Promare, and adding some around the face seemed the most intuitive way to do it.

A lot of miscellaneous things were added at this point, such as the ground flares (polyline tool my beloved), the smoke, and smaller details like making sure the dragon felt more “sourced” in the scene by clipping the tail behind a tower. The background was also blurred, to help sell the perspective as well as keep the focus on Lio. The flares were one of the hardest things to manage in the latter regard, too, as due to some oversights in my initial color choices they were actually brighter than Lio and stole his thunder! So it took several different tries to find a way to successfully de-emphasize them without inadvertently making them some weird sickly color XD

If you read through all of these notes, thank you so much, I love you!! //hands you a cookie

Bonus layer screenshot:

#reupload #personal fav #promare #if you were one of the people who reblogged or liked the original THANK YOU!!#it meant so much to me you have no idea!#and if you ARE seeing this again in the tags please pardon the dust of reuploading it here too XD #I just still like this one a lot so I wanted to bring it to my new art blog as well #everything in one place and all :P

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