#have fun with it!

[allastoredeer]

If it's not too much work, could you share what your outlining process is like? I always feel a little lost when I try outlining my fics and I know the process is different for everyone but I feel like it would help to know what others do. Every time I try to google help I get processes for original novel writing, and it doesn't feel as applicable to writing a short fanfic.

I would love to :3

There are actually a few different ways I outline, and sometimes it depends on the length of the fic and how complex the plot is.

I'll use one of my saved radiostatic prompts as an example (it also gives me an excuse to sit down and actually outline it hehe)

So, sometimes just the prompt itself is a good enough outline for me (this is dependent on how long I think the fic is going to be. If it's short, sometimes the prompt itself works and I don't need to go in-depth. I say "prompt" but that also can mean a specific scene in your head that you want to write, or a concept, or even a piece of fan-art that inspired you).

Here's the paragraph prompt I wrote for this radiostatic one-shot/short fic (spoilers, I guess):

So sometimes, just this is enough for me to start writing the fic (my prompts do tend to get a little big because I like to add a lot of detail - about the scene or concept that grabbed my attention - so that I capture all the vibes and emotions that I want to incorporate.

But sometimes, it helps to go more in-depth so I'm not overwhelmed trying to get to the part of the fic that I want to write (NOTE: It is totally fine if you write out the scene/parts that you want to write the most, even if it's in the middle or the end. You can always fill in the blanks after. Or you can just post the scene you wanted to write without adding more. It's up to you).

I like to figure out what scenes happen that lead up to the parts I want to write, so sometimes, I'll make a bullet-point list of chronological scenes, plot-points, and details. For example:

And etc... you continue on until you've hashed out the sequence of events that take place in the story. This doesn't have to be super detailed (it can be really brief and to the point) and doesn't it have to be super clinical either. Just have fun and write down whatever silly thoughts you have in your head.

You bullet-point list can be as simple as:

Alastor goes downstairs to do exercise.

Vox shows up to do the exercise as well (invited by Charlie)

They get into an argument about modern technology.

Vox leaves.

It's really just about putting down the sequence of events starting from the very beginning to the very end. You can keep it simple like the above example

OR

You can make it even more detailed by doing an in-depth summary of the fic, scene by scene, plot point by plot point, until you get to the end (this is what I usually do because it gets everything planned out and on the page, down to the smallest details). For example:

And then it goes on like this until I've outlined the entire fic. You can be silly with this. Just have fun. Let yourself ramble and get all you're ideas out. Don't try to stick to a rigid plan, let the story flow naturally.

Then, once I've finished my outline, I use it as a guide as I write the rough draft. The thing about outlines is that you don't have to follow exactly what you planned. It's okay to diverge or adds things or cut things out. It really is just a loose guide to help you through the events of the story and get your thoughts on paper.

Additionally: You don't even have to fully finish the outline if you don't want to. Sometimes you get half of it done before you want to start writing, and that's fine. The rest of the story will reveal itself as you go.

If I'm doing a multi-chaptered fic, sometimes I'll break the overall idea of the story into pre-determined chapters and summarize it section by section. Or, I'll just be a maniac and summarize the entire fic in one big, super long, super detailed block of text. Another staticradio fic I'm currently outlining is 16,152 words long and I'm not even close to being done. I expected this fic to get super long and complex, so writing it out in a very chronological and detailed manner helps it feel less daunting. AND now I have every plot point, twist, emotional scene, and bit foreshadowing planned out and already placed where I want it to show up in the fic. It's great. It makes me life easier when I actually buckle down and write the rough draft.

Just as a final note, I want to say that everyone's process is different. This is how I outline, but I know it won't work for everyone. It's all about finding what method works for you.

I'll say that one of the most important to do while outlining is simply having fun with it. Make it your hype list. Make every scene you jot down a scene you're excited to write. Make yourself want to write it so it doesn't feel like a chore to slog through.

Best advice I've ever recieved: If you're bored writing a scene, the audience will be bored reading it.

Have fun and write the story you wanna write 👉👉

Hope this helped!

[dailypearldoodles]

[day 127] hello there! can you get a bit closer? it's dark over there, and your hood is pretty big.

...a new pearl? from space, maybe? well, this account covers pearls of all types! why don't we get to know her?

[hellishfig]

the reason i enjoy red, white and royal blue (both the book, which i read a few years ago, and the movie, which i am still in the process of watching) is bc i think queer people deserve stupid romances that are silly and dumb

straight people have a gazillion bad tv shows and movies! and i’ll be honest, i don’t watch most of those!

but it’s a novelty to have very explicitly romantic and sexual depictions of queer people in mainstream media

especially when they are the main characters and that cannot be denied

like are either versions good? well, i’m not certain of that

but am i having fun? 100%

[popatochisssp]

Hey! I hope this isn't weird lol but you posted some headcanons for mafia au versions of the various skeleboys a while ago and I'm kind of obsessed with it? Would you mind if I used it for inspiration for a fic maybe?

Absolutely love your work btw your characterizations are absolutely my favourite💕

Not weird at all, that's totally cool! I'm happy you got inspired, I hope you have fun making your fic! :D

[loverofpiggies]

Hello CQ, I'm sorry for bothering you. I was wondering if it's okay to make error, geno, Fresh's dolls and sell it between their fans. I can promise it'll be non profit and quantity limited! Hope I didn't say anything impolite, and wish to see your response. Have a beautiful day💕

Hey that is perfectly alright! And you aren't impolite at all! I'll post this publicly so everyone knows it's okay!

[warframememes]

Found a funny bug but it involves content that is a spoiler for Second Dream and later in the quest line, so it'll be below the cut (with a lot of screenshots.)

Entering the Dormizone forcibly switches you to Drifter (I assume this is only after completing Duviri Paradox due to the entry to Duviri.)

Using the equipment -> operator menu, you can switch back to Operator if you want.

The mirror for customization/arsenal use in the Dormizone, however, can only be used to customize your Drifter appearance.

Using it as Operator will let you use Drifter's outfit on your Operator.

Feel free to post, submit, or reblog with your own screenshots of short Drifter!

EDIT: This only lasts while you're in the Dormizone. Switching to Drifter and back again resets it as well.

[crabknee]

I'm gonna go on a short walk and then start echoes when I get back. Man I missed casual mode, I'm so excited to not restart a map 10 times because SOMEONE Ross keeps dying

Wait you're starting echoes already?? damn... poor eliwood just getting left in the dust /lh

[fluffybun24]

Attention @cherrythepuppet, @big-old-bee, @jetkielover, @ziipzeepzop-eez!

happy valentine’s day! since this is a special day i want to do something special for you guys!

if you want to, i would like you all to give a ship/character/sona and i will draw them!

once again, happy valentine’s day and have a wonderful day you wonderful angel’s!

[willinglyghoulified]

30 Questions Main Character (MC) Ask Game

What's your favorite MC's full name? (bonus: full b-day and place of birth)

What fandom is your favorite MC a part of?

What do you love about your MC?

Is there something you hate about your MC? (habits, mannerisms, character flaws, etc)

Who's your MC's romantic interest (if they have one) and why do you ship them?

What's your MC's greatest fear?

... greatest accomplishment?

... greatest regret?

Does your MC have a prized possession? If so, tell us about it.

What's your MC's love language?

Name one cringey moment for your MC.

If your MC had to pick 3 words to describe themselves, what words would they pick?

If your MC had only 1 day left to live, how would they spend it?

Is your MC a villain, a hero, a morally gray character, an anti-hero, or something different?

Do you prefer to make art, written works, or scattered notes about your MC? Or do they only live in your head?

Pick someone your MC would marry, someone they'd kill, and someone they'd fuck.

Name one weird thing your MC does in bed, if anything.

How does your MC handle embarrassment?

... stress?

... loss?

What's your MC's ideal day off?

Your MC is stranded on an abandoned island and they could only take one thing with them: what was the thing?

What does your MC think of pets? Do they have a pet? What's their favorite animal?

What does your MC think of kids? Do they have a child of their own? Will they ever?

What's your MC's poison of choice? (specific alcohol, cigarettes, drugs/chems, other habits)

Name something that your MC had to overcome to get where they are now.

Does your MC have a hobby or hobbies that they are passionate about?

Does your MC have favorite music that they listen to?

Does your MC resemble a real person? (irl celebrity, artist, writer, teacher, chef, etc)

Can you show us a picture of your MC? (old or new doesn't matter!)

Have fun, everyone!

[windbornevirtuoso]

Venti is roused from his sleep by the morning sun as it greets the land below. The bard is wrapped in his own cape, protecting him from the cold but not from the light drilling a hole in his brain. Coupled with the dry mouth and slight nausea, it's clear Venti is dealing with yet another hangover.

He sits up, his vision swirling as he does so. Gee, Venti thinks, if he’s this hungover then last night must have been quiiite the adventure.

…What did he do last night?

Venti looks around, his vision still not completely clear, as he realizes he has no idea where he currently is. Certainly not where he’s supposed to be, not that Venti cared about that, but he’d rather not get himself into trouble before having breakfast.

“Eh?? Where am I…”

[mccnxhild]

open to:  any gender~   ↳ plot & info: aysel stowed away on your muses's crews ship and has just been found, aysel, pirate,19

knowing it was only a matter of time before she was found among the cargo of the ship she just needed to make sure they had been far enough away from the shore so she wouldn't be brought right back. though once it had finally been a few hours she woke up from a nap only to be grabbed by a member of the crew and brought out to make the rest know. hands up in surrender she cant help but to grin. "uh -oh looks like i've been found out." she smirked a bit. though this was exactly according to her plan wanting to set sail and see the world though finally getting on a crew one way or a another. "ya'know i'd make a pretty good shipwright - maybe i could be of use?" she raises her brows trying to bargain.

[bittydragon]

anonymous ask game!!

you’re one of the first people i followed on tumblr and one of the only reasons i downloaded this app in the first place. your posts inspired me to write and without your amazing work on this blog i wouldn’t have ever learned how much i loved to make my own stories, so thank you and you’re awesome <3

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[feralnumberfive]

Trick or treat!🎄🐣🦃

Sorry for not being able to answer this on Halloween! 😩 You get a bonus TUA costume!

[justacoyote]

I was tagged by @miss-ingno! Thank you!! :D

Relationship status: Single, and glad to be single for the rest of my life :)

Favorite colour: It's a color combo: brown/pink.

Song stuck in my head: SYML's version of Mr. Sandman it just randomly pops up in my brain all the time.

Last song I listened to: Another SYML song, The War

Three favorite foods: Beef/Veggie Stew, Sweet Pickles and Rice

Last thing I googled: A pose reference for an art project that my brain is telling me to draw, but so far I cannot find a good one *sadface*

Dream trip: To travel to all the national parks and see all the nature. All of it!

Anything I want: The knowledge that my kiddo and family will be okay no matter what.

Tag 10 people you want to know better: I'm bad at tagging people because pressure!!, but I want to know all my mutuals so pls anyone who'd like to respond you can def say I tagged XD

[bloo-the-dragon]

Any advice for starting an AU?

Ok so you take the blorbos + whatever other interest(s) you have (bugs, aliens, mermaids, cryptids, fantasy, slice of life/coffee shop etc) stick em in a blender and turn it to max and boom you got an AU!

Feel free to mix and match as you go too, and don't be afraid to go whack with it! Love cryptids and coffee shops? Have the cryptidified blorbos run a coffee shop! Mermaids and detective stuff? Detective mermaids why heckin not!

But the most important aspect of making any AU is to have fun! Make the AU to suit yourself first and foremost and don't force yourself into making something that might not fully appeal to you just to please a larger crowd, as you may find yourself burning out and losing motivation pretty quick that way

[realboutfatalfury]

hihihi!! i was wondering where you read one piece? i usually use manga dex but they don’t have it on there :O

i use manga katana! here's the link to it :)