#micro data refinement

[msphoenixfromdaflames]

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mark covered in blood, grasping at gemma in desperation and exaltation, calling her “my baby” as he presses their foreheads together……..

[everoutoftouch]

In refining 0x6E689 : 0xAA2F40 (Dranesville) in 00h 05m 51s 828ms I have brought glory to the company.

Praise Kier.

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#mdrlumon #severance 🧇🐐🔢💯

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[keferon]

Why’d monster hunter brainstorm timetravel to the specific era the story takes place?

Will the others ever see his alt mode?

The reason is the same as in canon - he wanted to save Quark.

Okay, I'll try and keep this short and sweet.

Brainstorm lives in the far future and is happy with Quark, until one day it turns out that Quark has a fatal spark disease that will kill him if nothing is done about it. They of course go to the hospital, but it turns out that only certain types of the disease are treatable and modern science still can't do anything about it.

Long story short, no one knows how to cure Quark's spark.

Brainstorm, as a true scientist and a good conjunx, naturally begins to research the subject himself and stumbles upon some strange information. All the sources, studies and records on the study of this disease go back a long fucking way. All that modern scientists have been doing for the last million years is just improving and refining the method of treatment, which was invented in absolute antiquity.

Brainstorm investigates further.

He discovers, all the original research records belonged to a mech named Perseptor, who amongst many other things was studying sparks. And it's when Brainstorm manages to get his hands on copies of these very original records that he finally realises why no one has been able to take this research any further. The records are very well structured, detailed and accurate, but half of the information is taken out of nowhere. The Perseptor specifies the types of sparks that certain substances affect in certain ways, but nowhere does he mention where he got this information from. He might, for example, write that certain types of sparks tend to develop internal micro-cracks when exposed to certain factors for long periods of time. And Brainstorm, having read that, can only stare blankly into space, because yes, micro-cracks in sparks is something that exists. But even in his time, there's no equipment that can detect them if they're INSIDE. So how the hell did an ancient mech with his primitive tools figure all this out???

His curiosity isn't satisfied. The research just cuts off in the middle, as if the mech that did it just abandoned it or died suddenly.

Brainstorm, like many scientists before him, tries to start his own research based on the information pointed out by Perseptor, but finds himself at the same dead end as all the medicine of his time. He just doesn't have the same mysterious way of collecting data that this...Perseptor had.

And Quark isn't getting any better

Eventually, Brainstorm comes up with a brilliant idea. What if, instead of trying to find a cure, he just (ha! Just.) went back in time and saved the dude who was definitely going to invent the cure but didn't have time? He decides it's genius and creates a time machine.

He goes back in time to find Perseptor and well, he gets a surprise. Turns out the dude who researched spark disease was a spark eater. And also on the verge of starvation, but Brainstorm finds a way to help him, it's all good:) It turns out that all this time, Perseptor didn't have any mysterious equipment to analyse the sparks, he was the equipment himself. In fact, he didn't specify the sources of his findings for the research, because the phrase ‘I figured it out because it tasted different’ sounds incredibly compromising and would have signed Percy's death warrant if his notes had fallen into the wrong hands.

Next, I'm not sure how it would have developed. I think as the story progresses, Perseptor and Brainstorm work together to invent a cure for Quark. And then, if you like to cry, Brainstorm goes back to the future and cures him, and Perseptor stays in the past.

If you want adventure, Brainstorm could take Percy back to the future with him. Quark would be really fucking scared and confused at first, but they'd figure it out quickly and conjunx Percy into their futuristic fluffy pairing. (Also, I have a lot of fun thinking about Brainstorm and Quark showing Percy the advances of future science, and the future world in general.

Also, I think Brainstorm would do a good job of hiding his alt mode while he was in the past, but a couple of times would use it to escape from someone. One time he'd also give Percy a ride, and I know Percy would be incredibly freaked out by the breakneck speed that jets can achieve ahahaha

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That…wasn’t as short as I wanted…..my inner fic writer took control

[writingfics-passingtime]

Looking At Me by Sabrina Carpenter + Loki x reader! If you have an mcu character you’d like better for this then go for it! I’ve just really wanted to prompt you this song for a bit but didn’t know how.

This one-shot is part of JJ’s Mixtape - a mini series based on my followers’ favourite songs and characters. You can read more of them here!

Steal the Show

Song Prompt: Looking at Me - Sabrina Carpenter

Pairing: Loki x female reader

Word Count: ~2560

CW: swearing, innuendo/sexual jokes, threats of violence, objectification of the reader

Minors DNI: this work does not contain smut, but contains a romantic/suggestive relationship between the reader and adult-aged characters. I am not comfortable with engagement from anyone under the age of 18. Thank you for your understanding and respect.

Note: Thanks, anon! This sat, almost complete, in my drafts for well over a month because trying to end this fic felt impossible to get right, but I'm releasing it into the world and making peace with how it turned out. This song was so fun, thank you for sending it in!

The van smelled like stale coffee, ironically cheap deodorant, and your own frustration. The monitors flickered, casting a headache-inducing glow that only added to your mounting irritation.

You adjusted your earpiece as you stared at the ballroom feed, where Sophie Vallienne - the untouchable French billionaire dripping in couture - stood in the middle of her carefully curated world. The black diamond necklace she wore was your team's objective tonight.

Hidden inside that necklace was a microchip containing classified national security data - data she planned to sell to the highest bidder.

Your job? Sit in the van. Watch. Provide tactical support while the rest of the team got their hands dirty.

And dirty meant flirty; getting close enough, for long enough, for the micro jammers in your team's pockets to corrupt the data on the chip.

“Anything?” you asked through gritted teeth, eyeing the live feed where Sam leaned against the bar near Sophie, his boyish smirk in full force.

“She’s not biting,” Sam muttered. “Maybe she doesn't like Americans.”

“Maybe she doesn’t like try-hards,” Bucky’s voice cracked through the comms.

You glanced at another screen - one showing Bucky, all dark stubble and brooding stares, approaching Sophie by the champagne tower, only to get rebuffed embarrassingly fast.

“She’s a stone wall,” Bucky grumbled as he walked away without any successful show of interest. “No interest. Not even a flicker.”

“Perhaps she prefers her suitors with more refinement.” Loki’s voice purred through the line straight into your ear, deep and low, and you instantly bristled.

On the screen, he was moving toward Sophie, a sinuous shark among the crowd. His sharp black suit decorated his frame with tailored perfection, and even through the grainy surveillance feed, you could see the beautiful smirk tugging at his lips as he approached your target. Sophie’s gaze flickered to him, a polite smile gracing her features as he leaned in and-

Bastard! He shut his mic off so the rest of you couldn't hear his line.

For a moment, you thought he might succeed. But then Sophie’s smile faltered, her eyes glazing over with that same disinterest she’d shown Sam and Bucky. She excused herself, slipping away toward the bar without a backward glance.

Loki's voice cracked back to life in your ear. "That... should've worked."

“She’s losing patience,” you murmured, more to yourself than the team. "She's going to get suspicious if you guys keep pushing. Back off for a sec. Let me think." You rubbed at your temple, trying to piece together a Plan B.

“What’s your brilliant idea, Overwatch?” Loki’s voice drawled, a mocking edge to it. “Come now, I can hear the cogs turning.”

“Just give me a second to-"

And then you saw it. Sophie’s eyes lingered. Not on Loki, not on Bucky, not on Sam. They followed the sway of a cocktail waitress in a sleek dress, her gaze trailing up her legs and over her shoulders before sliding away.

The realisation hit you like a freight train.

“Oh, fuck me."

“What?” Sam piped up.

"You chuckleheads never stood a chance."

You were already yanking open the disguise kit you kept in the van, grasping for the nanotech bracelet, fingers fumbling to secure it around your wrist.

"What's wrong?"

"Our intel was shit, that's whats-" you finally conquered the clasp, letting out a huff of frustration and relief. "She's into women," you explained.

Why the hell couldn't Natasha be here instead?

“What are you doing?” Bucky demanded over the comms.

"Improvising."

The van’s limited space left you no choice but to strip right there, kicking off your boots and pulling off your practical black pants with a string of curses. The cold air hit your skin as you pulled up the bracelet’s holographic menu, scrolling quickly until you found a floor-length, elegant gown with a thigh-high slit and a neckline that made your stomach twist just looking at it.

The nanotech shimmered across your body, and you felt the dress form around you like a second skin, fitting you in ways you weren’t prepared for. You kept digging through the kit until you found a tube of lipstick perfect for your skin tone, applying it with a deadly hand.

After a few minutes of work, a quick glance in the van’s rearview mirror was enough to make your stomach drop.

You weren’t used to looking so…

Before you could give yourself time to doubt, you grabbed the spare jammer and attached it to a thigh holster, slipping it up the leg not exposed by the dress's slit.

After only a second's hesitation - what the hell am I doing? why do I think I, of all people, would be able to tempt anyone, let alone a beautiful woman like her? - you shoved the van door open, stepping out into the cool night air.

The stilettos pinched, the dress was too exposing, and you felt like you might vomit; never in your career had your armour provided so little protection.

But none of that mattered.

You were the only one here who had a chance at this.

So you threw your shoulders back, and strode toward the entrance of the hotel like you belonged there.

The ballroom swallowed you in a haze of glittering chandeliers and murmured conversations.

Heads actually turned as you walked in, eyes following the sway of your hips, the click of your heels. You ignored them, scanning the room for Sophie, but your eyes landed on him.

He was leaning against a marble column, drink in hand. His ocean eyes snapped to you, and for the first time since you’d met him, the ever-smirking God of Mischief looked utterly at a loss.

His gaze dragged over you, slow and deliberate, and your pulse quickened under the weight of it.

You felt exposed. Vulnerable. And yet, something in the way he stared made you feel like the most dangerous thing in the room.

“Holy shit,” Sam muttered over comms.

“Did anyone else know she could look like that?” Bucky added, his voice incredulous.

You scoffed. "I can hear you, asshole."

Loki’s voice cut through, low and venomous, directed at Barnes and Wilson. “Eyes on the target, not on her.”

His words sent a shiver down your spine, but you didn’t dare look at him again. Instead, you moved toward the bar, your shoulders steady with feigned elegance, every step a performance.

You perched on the edge of a stool, crossing your legs as you gestured to the bartender for a drink, letting your body language shift into something soft and coy.

Sophie didn’t make you wait long. She appeared at your side like a shadow, her smile sharp and satisfied.

“You’re new,” she said. Her French accent curled around the words like smoke.

“I am,” you replied, letting your lips curve into a slow smile. Her eyes dipped to your mouth, lingering. You leaned in, letting your voice drop to a low, teasing murmur. “How sweet of you to notice.”

Her laugh was light, intimate. “How could I not?”

Somewhere across the room, Bucky sidled up to Loki. “Good gods,” he muttered, his voice low enough that it wouldn’t carry over comms.

Loki’s jaw tightened, his eyes fixed on you, gaze sharp enough to cut, hands flexing at his sides. “If a single finger is laid on her... I’ll break every bone in Vallienne's body.”

You leaned against the bar, swirling the last sip of champagne in your glass while Sophie Vallienne’s laugh slithered through your senses. She was so close, impossibly charming, her fingers swirling light patterns along the bar near your hand. You'd been flirting for the better part of ten minutes, and it was progressing. Quickly.

Her touch trailed onto your hand that was resting on the stem of a wine glass.

It sent a shiver up your spine, though you weren’t sure if it was from nerves or sheer absurdity of the situation. You’d never been the centre of such focused attention, let alone from someone as devastatingly beautiful as her.

“Tell me, what brings you here tonight?” Sophie asked, her voice a low, intimate murmur. Her perfectly painted lips curved in a smile that promised danger and delight in equal measure. “What caught your eye?”

“The Rembrandt. It called to me in a way I couldn’t ignore. I’m not usually the type to attend events,” you replied, and it wasn’t a lie. You weren’t used to playing this part, but something about it - about the thrill of being someone else, the control you felt over Sophie’s attention - was exhilarating.

Her eyes roamed over your face, lingering just a little too long on your mouth. “A shame. A woman like you shouldn’t hide.”

Your earpiece crackled, breaking the moment. Sam's voice came over the comms from your spot in the van. “And... done. The chip's fried. Let's move out."

You stiffened, and Sophie’s smile faltered. “Something wrong?”

You set your glass on the bar, shaking your head. “I’m spoken for,” you said, standing. “I shouldn’t have let myself get so… distracted,”

"Distracted, or tempted?"

"Both, if I'm honest." You offered an apologetic smile.

Sophie’s smile returned, sharper this time, but not unkind. “Should you ever find yourself unspoken for…” She stood and whispered some brief instructions on how to contact her, before backing away respectfully, and allowing you your leave.

Her gaze lingered as you stepped away, the heat of her attention following you through the crowd.

You pushed past a sea of glittering dresses and tailored suits, heart pounding in time with the sharp click of your heels on the polished floor. Your confidence waned the closer you got to the exit, the allure of the dress and the night and a beautiful person looking at you like that - all crashing back to reality.

None of it was real.

The cool night air hit you as you stepped outside, and you paused on the grand stone stairs to take a breath.

That was when you saw him again.

Loki was leaning against the railing near the bottom of the staircase, the faint glow of the streetlights catching on the sharp angles of his face. He looked up, and it was his eyes that caught you - they moved over your body, darkening with every inch they traveled.

You fought the instinct to cross your arms, to shield yourself from the way his gaze seemed to strip you bare. “Don’t start,” you said, your voice sharper than you intended as you started down the stairs. “I know what you’re going to say.”

“Do you?” he asked, his lips curving into a knowing smirk. He pushed off the railing, his movements slow, deliberate. "Enlighten me."

You rolled your eyes, the heat rising to your cheeks betraying the nonchalance you were aiming for. “You’re going to tell me I look ridiculous.”

Loki’s smirk widened as you stopped two steps above him, putting you level with his eye-line. “Ridiculous,” he murmured, his voice low and teasing, “is hardly the word I’d choose.”

The way he said it made your stomach flip. You rolled your eyes again, trying to ignore the warmth creeping up your neck. “What word would you use, then? Enlighten me.”

“Dangerous,” he said simply. “In the kind of way that makes men stop thinking with their heads.”

You swallowed, the intensity in his tone catching you off guard. “Ha-ha” you started, trying to deflect with sarcasm, “I'm sure the rest of the team had a good laugh at this, too.”

“Oh, no one was laughing,” Loki replied, his gaze dipping briefly to your lips before snapping back to your eyes. “If I were you, I’d be careful around Barnes. He’s likely still piecing together a coherent thought.”

Your laugh was breathless, unbidden. You looked away. “Bucky wouldn’t look at me like that.”

Loki’s brow arched, his expression almost amused. “Everyone in that room... was looking at you like that."

You dared to glance up, instantly regretting it. His eyes were fixed on you, dark and wanting, but there was something else there, something that made your breath hitch.

"It's fascinating," he cocked in head in thought, "these mortal men are so blinded by their fleeting desires, that they only see beauty when it’s presented just so... gift-wrapped in silk and sequins." His voice dipped, rich and intimate, as he leaned close enough that you could start to feel the heat of him. “I’ve always known what you are.”

“Always known?”

“Always wanted,” he murmured, and the raw, unapologetic hunger in his tone sent a shiver down your spine.

The silence that followed between you was crushing, heavy with everything he wasn’t saying, everything you didn’t know how to respond to. You felt the heat coiling low in your belly. But you weren’t about to let him win this game. Not yet.

You smirked, trying to mask the weakness in your knees. “That’s a nice line, but I’m not in the habit of falling for silver-tongued gods.”

“No,” he agreed with a curious tilt of his head, the other way now. “You’re not in the habit of falling at all, are you?”

You shrugged with one shoulder. “Men talk. Big promises, sweet words. Yet somehow, I’m always the one left unsatisfied.”

Something flickered in his eyes - something dangerous, amused, and wickedly self-assured. “Ah, poor thing,” he drawled, the space between you shrinking with every word. “You’ve been wasting your time on mortal men, with their fumbling hands and unimaginative minds. You don’t have the faintest idea of what it feels like to be truly satisfied, do you?”

Your breath caught as you fought to keep your composure. “Like I said - big talk,” you said, your voice wavering slightly despite your best efforts. “But words are cheap.”

“Words are foreplay,” Loki countered smoothly. “And I never disappoint.”

Your eyes narrowed in challenge. “Do you rehearse this? Or is this just natural-born arrogance?”

His smirk deepened, like he could hear the pulse thrumming in your ears. He didn't answer, letting you seep in the abashment swarming through you.

Eventually, you scoffed, rolling your eyes. "I don't know why I'm entertaining this. You're just flirting for sport."

"You sound disappointed."

"I don't like being played with."

"Oh, you've no idea the ways I could play with you."

Heat and want surged through your body, a shattered, flustered cough escaping you. "You mother fu-"

“Hey,” Sam’s irritated voice interrupted. “Whatever weird, sexually-charged argument you two are having, save it for later. Get in the damn van.”

You stilled as the moment shattered. Gathering yourself before looking over his shoulder to the van. "Let's go then, Trickster. Back to reality.”

“Gladly," he stepped closer, leaning down to whisper low in your ear. "When it comes to you, reality is far more enticing that fantasy or facade... Think about what I said."

He stepped away, hands sliding into his pockets, turning his back and sauntering towards the van with an arrogance that made you want to hurl your shoe at his head.

Think about what I said- who in the hell does he think he is? And what part? He talked a lot of shit. Surely he can't... he can't mean any of it.

But as you followed, dutifully returning to your real life and real job, you stood a little taller, had more surety in your step. And you realised, alarmingly, that this newfound confidence had nothing to do with dress.

Because when you thought about all the things he said, something, deep down, whispered those four little words in his beautiful velvet voice:

Always known. Always wanted.

You were in so much trouble.

[lavatichellborn]

[GRIFFIN ROCK ADVANCED RESEARCH ARCHIVES - DECLASSIFIED FILE]

FILE NO. 01939-BB

CLASS: LEVEL ALPHA

STATUS: TERMINATED

PROJECT TITLE: Project Blackbird

DATE OF ORIGIN: February 2, 1934

DATE OF INITIAL COMPLETION: March 21, 1939

INITIAL DEACTIVATION: April 1, 1939

FOUNDING SCIENTISTS:

Dr. Thaddeus Morocco ██

Dr. Elma Hendrickson

(4 other researchers on the board)

INITIAL PURPOSE:

Temporal Displacement Study

Multidimensional Stabilization

(Layman’s terms: Time Travel Machine)

Overview: Initial Production (1934-1939)

Project Blackbird was initiated under the supervision of Dr. Thaddeus Morocco and Dr. Elma Hendrickson, focusing on chronometric field manipulation and temporal anchoring using the geothermal vents beneath the island. Utilizing the resources within the caverns below Mount Griffin, a prototype was produced and transferred to an underground laboratory under Mount Magma (FILE NO. 32891-MM).

The project was sought to create a long-term goal of traversable time displacement. Like several other projects this was kept out of the public view due to its sheer size and possible complications. Only the scientific board of Griffin Rock, headed by Dr. Morocco, and the Mayor of the time were the only ones to know about its existence.

Audio Log Fragments (1939)

[Log #34 - Dr. Hendrikson]

"The calculations hold, but the gravitational stabilization and ground flux index leave the bridge unable to anchor into reality. The pulse continues to choke each time we active it. We've already had one injured personnel member due to an iltrux burst that sent them crashing into a console."

[Log #46 - Dr. Morocco]

"We managed to stabilize the energy core and anchor the machine. The location we were in before was not ideal for the amount of vacuum that was produced. One of our fellow professors had to be hospitalized after the vacuum sent an entire box of screws into their back. He's alive but now the mayor is wondering if funding should continue due to all the setbacks. We can not, and will not let this project die, not on my watch."

[Log #58 - Dr. Morocco]

"IT'S DONE, IT'S OVER!! HE PULLED THE DAMN FUNDING! SHUT IT DOWN, SHUT EVERYTHING DOWN!"

[Log #59 - Dr. Hendrikson]

"...After several incidents involving injuries and unexplained localized amnesia to personnel. Including a major blowout that caused a destabilization of the laboratory, and a minor earthquake in the surrounding area, thank god no one died. ...our funding has been pulled. We are unable to continue with this project henceforth, and it shall be placed in an indefinite suspension."

REACTIVATION

DATE: February 18, 2000

AUTHORIZED BY:

Dr. Ezra Greene

█████████████████

Overview: Reignition

Project Blackbird was reinstated when Dr. Greene and ████████ found old black site files of Griffin Rock during its Shadow Age, and with the authorization from Mayor Luskey, the project was back online. The experiment would involve refining the aperture stability and explore micro-temporal displacement. Initial tests proved to be successful as they were able to send an apple back in time by one minute, creating a minor vortex loop. With this, they continued on into greater testing.

INCIDENT REPORT

April 3, 2000 - CORE OVERLOAD

Registered Time: 16:42

Results:

Sudden atmospheric pressure drop

Energy spike recorded 500% predicted maximum

Security footage corrupted to the point of complete system shutdown

Internal lab clocks unsynchronized by 43 minutes

Injury Report:

Dr. Greene - Class III traumatic amputation (left arm)

█████████████████████████

Additional Personnel on staff - minor injuries

Post Event:

All personnel and the civilian population within a 3-mile radius report partial memory loss spanning 6-12 hours. Photographic evidence and data logs contain missing metadata. Personnel entries indicate that entire lab access records, voice recognition logs, and internal project files had been wiped from the system.

Blueprints and diagrams originally within the network now no longer have listed credentials or biometric data. Despite evidence that the project was authorized and reinstated by two high-class scientists with Alpha-level access, only Dr. Greene has that authority; no other scientist on Griffin Rock and the communication lines were able to clear it.

Project Status:

Terminated. Facility sealed under ordinance GR-42. Lab permanently locked down, with trespassers to be punished for entering.

Official records indicate Project Blackbird was operated solely by Dr. Greene during its reactivation window.

Final Entry:

"There's a space in the photo. As if someone is supposed to be there. I was holding onto something when the overload happened. Something I held on so tightly that it resulted in losing my arm. I wish I could remember what that was."

-Dr. Ezra Greene, private notes (unpublished)

[fidogo]

severance au! john price x reader | wc: 1.5K | warnings: none but really bad childish flirting via severed people lmao You deliver wrist rests to MDR. a/n: idk im still thinking about severance part 1 part 2 part 3 part 4

Panic creeps into the edge of your mind, blurring with the overwhelming curiosity that courses through your brain. The hallways are almost always empty, fully equipped departments sit covered in dust, waiting.

The rhythmic sound of your steps brings you little comfort. The echoes fill you with a sense of hollowness; you feel completely alone, but the hair on the back of your neck rises as if being watched. 

You glance up at the black, bulging camera, as you round the corner. There is no as. You are being watched. 

You reach a crossroads of hallways, and you pause, the crude map your department has access to appearing in your mind's eye. It’s 4 minutes to MDR. 8 minutes where you get to see something new. 10 if you’re lucky.

You take the right path, hands squeezing one of the navy wrist rests. It’s perfectly designed to fit with Lumon’s keyboard and trackball, the color matching MDR’s terminals perfectly. 

Deliveries like this aren’t normally done like this. For any other special order item, Admin would step in to help distribute and keep your department safe from the others. And while that’s something you’re eternally grateful for, some itch in your gut had you grabbing the wrist rest and taking to the hallways while Farah’s voice echoed behind you. Her caution is appreciated, but John wouldn’t let anything happen to you. You think. 

You come to a halt, your heartbeat steadily thumping in your ears. This could be part of MDR’s scheme. How they hunt. 

Your nails dig into the squishy gel of a wrist rest. Cold, spiderlike fingers seep down your spine, before twisting around to claw at your stomach.

They want the map in your brain.

They’re going to take your map, eat you, and then hunt down everyone else. The thump in your ears picks up rabbit-fast. They’re all going to destroy each other if they get your map. 

You think of John P. saying your name. Your panic briefly subsides. 

He had called you pretty, and his eyes were a brilliant shade of blue… 

You resume walking, albeit at a much slower pace. Perhaps you could learn from Farah’s caution, even if your trip would be well above 8 minutes. 

The Micro Data Refinement plaque gleams next to the doorway. You lean your head in, surveying the department from afar. Four desks, arranged neatly in the center of the room, with dividers providing a false feeling of privacy.

Each desk is filled, and you squeeze one of the wrist rests. They look big. Big and bloodthirsty, and capable of eating the other departments alive, if they got a head start. 

A head snaps towards you, a pair of bright blue eyes pinning you in place. 

His hair is cropped close, save for a taller line that bisects his skull. He frowns at you, eyes narrowing as he stands. 

“Who are you?” the stranger asks. You blink stupidly, taking a tiny step to properly stand in the doorway, neither in nor out. The stranger raises a brow at you, and you can’t look away, but you can see shapes around him moving.

Maybe they have fangs. You’ve heard of the pouches and the parasites, but maybe they have fangs too. Maybe you’ll go quicker that way as opposed to the gnashing of flat molars. 

You hear your name, tearing you from your thoughts. John P. 

He’s seated at the desk closest to you, chair spun around to face you. He's leaning back in his chair. His legs are spread out in front of him, and there’s a casual air around him. His mouth quirks up at the corners like it had the last time you saw him. 

There’s a thick silence in the air, one that feels impossible to move through. You manage to take a tiny step towards him anyway. 

“You got the wrist rests then?” He asks, gently, as if he can tell you 0.2 seconds away from bolting. You inhale, a company-approved smile painting your face. (Of course, it was obvious you were about to bolt). 

“Yes, John P. The supply order was granted, and I thought I would deliver them.” He heaves himself up from his chair, walking towards you. Your fingers brush as you hand him the wrists rest.

You inhale sharply, but do not move, stuck in place, handing him the 4 wrist rests. He doesn’t seem bothered by it. Instead, he looks at the point of contact in an inquisitive manner. He brushes his finger against yours again, over the same patch of skin.

“Okay,” you say finally, voice high pitched and nervous. as you shove them into his arms. He snorts, and his thumb glides over the gel pad that still has the ghosts of your nail indentations embedded.

“Nervous, are we?” He asks, there’s a glimmer in his eye, one you don’t recognize.

A chill comes over you, and you take a half step back, head tilting slightly. You could probably outrun them, and lose them in the hallways. They should only know about a handful of departments, as opposed to your crude, yet complete, map. 

John straightens slightly, having the insight to adopt a slightly more formal demeanor. “No need to be nervous, this is MDR. You know me, but there’s Kyle G., Simon R., and John M., but we call him Johnny since. Well.” He smiles slightly at you, gesturing toward himself. John tells them your name, and you take a better look at his department. 

There are two you haven’t gotten a good look at. Simon has a medical face mask on, is huge, and looks like he could not care less about your arrival. And Kyle, who looks like maybe the most polite one out of the bunch. Fully capable of tearing you apart with his fangs, but with a kind smile on his face. 

“Be nice boys. She got us wrist rests.” Kyle nods at you politely, and Simon grunts, before they both turn towards their computers again. Johnny eyes you, eyes still narrowed in suspicion. 

“Don’t let them scare you. Promise their bark is worse than their bite,” John teases. 

“Right,” you say slowly, raising a brow at him. The feeling like you’re under examination has evaporated finally, granting you control of your motor functions. 

You gesture awkwardly to your delivery. “If there’s anything wrong with them, let us know, and I’ll see what I can do.” You both know they’ll be perfectly adequate. John nods at you anyway. 

“Will do. You lot don’t normally make these kinds of runs do you?” he gently probes. You chortle a little awkwardly, feeling the fleshy meat of your insides on display. 

“Normally no. But, I figured I should just bring these to you…”

It’s a lame answer that provides no real insight, but John doesn’t seem to mind. In fact, his little smile has grown wider, and it makes you perk up, something warm finally filling the cavity of your chest. You glance at his mouth, the curiosity you felt earlier returning. 

“Will you smile for me? Like with teeth?” John looks a little puzzled, little lines popping up in between his brows, but he complies anyway. Relatively flat, save for the canines. 

“Would you look at that,” you wonder out loud. “No fangs.” You wiggle your eyebrows at him, as his smile takes on something of a confused and genuine quality.

“My, my, my Distribution Supply. You are far from home,” Mr. Graves's voice rings out.

A chill over comes you, and on instinct, you take a step back from John.

Mr. Graves bears his teeth at you in a perfect smile, but the disdain in his eyes is apparent. “And you come bearing gifts. You know Admin handles that so you don’t have to,” he chides. A cold, predatorial aura radiates from him as he stalks closer.

“Yes, Mr. Graves,” you smile at him. MDR, you had never met. But Mr. Graves you know. You’ve danced this dance after each of your errors, learned to appease and flatter, and used the manual to protect yourself.

“MDR placed an order for wrist rests, which admin approved,” you emphasize slightly, watching as the coldness in his eyes intensifies.

“And when we stocked them this morning, I realized these items could be necessary medically to improve efficiency and aid in MDR reaching Lumon’s goals faster." Your mind goes blank as you mentally pull up the correct quote. "And as the handbook says, ‘Toil, as we all know, can be wearisome. A worker may suffer injurious pain-‘“

“’- of ghastly dehumanization, and no workspace is without its perils,” Mr. Graves finishes for you, pinching the bridge of his nose.

“Yes, we all know the Compliance Handbook.” He looks at you stonily, still displeased, but knowing this single transgression isn't worth the Break Room. “Remember, these rules are in place for your protection. Please return to Distribution Supply.”

You nod at him but don’t move, turning to look back at John. His expression is guarded, whatever he’s thinking is behind a wall you can’t climb. 

“Now.” Mr Graves says, irritation coloring his voice.

You nod again, darting out of the room, tail tucked between your legs and trying to ignore the sensation of eyes on your back. 

The hallway is still empty. No sounds but that of your footsteps. 

You flex the hand John touched, and in your short life, something akin to want flows through you for the first time.

next part

[stagbeetleboy]

Au where the micro data refinement gang are still severed but they’re a band. It’s still called micro data refinement. The Orpheus shit is still there for obvious reasons. Petey was the guitarist but gets replaced by Helly.

I made this up bc I saw a surfing au for something completely unrelated to surfing and wanted to create a random au

[houndaughter]

if someone told me in real life that they worked in "micro data refinment" i'd be like ok. yay. and not ask any further question

[michaelespositostatenisland]

Michael Esposito Staten Island - Influencer Marketing Strategies for Explosive Brand Influence and Business Growth

The advent of the digital age has introduced a fresh phase of consumer behavior. Gone are the days of blind trust in traditional advertising. Today's savvy audiences crave authenticity, connection, and recommendations from trusted voices. This is where influencer marketing steps onto the stage, offering a potent blend of brand storytelling and audience engagement. Michael Esposito Staten Island - Mastering Influencer Marketing for Effective Brand Influence demonstrates how this approach can be leveraged to achieve remarkable results.

However, navigating the vast influencer landscape can feel like wandering through a social media jungle. Fear not, intrepid marketer! By wielding the following strategies, you can craft an influencer marketing campaign that ignites brand influence and propels your business towards exponential growth.

Know Your Audience: Precision Over Popularity

The initial step involves discarding the mindset that favors larger sizes as inherently better. Despite the substantial followings of mega-influencers, their ability to reach a specific audience may not be as effective as that of carefully chosen micro-influencers. Research conducted by Socialbakers demonstrates that micro-influencers (typically with 10,000 to 50,000 followers) frequently achieve engagement rates that surpass those of mega-influencers by sixfold. Here's why:

Niche Expertise: Micro-influencers tend to cultivate deep connections with their followers, fostering a sense of community and trust built around a specific niche. Partnering with micro-influencers within your target demographic allows you to tap into a highly engaged audience already receptive to your brand message.

Authentic Advocacy: Forget robotic endorsements. Micro-influencers are often passionate about the industries they represent, making their content feel genuine and relatable. This authenticity resonates with audiences who yearn for real connections and honest recommendations.

Embrace the Power of Storytelling: Content is King (and Queen)

Effective influencer marketing goes beyond product placement. It's about weaving brand narratives into the fabric of the influencer's content. Here's how to unlock the power of storytelling:

Collaborative Content Creation: Don't dictate; collaborate. Work with influencers to understand their content style and create campaigns that feel organic within their feed. This ensures brand messaging resonates seamlessly without compromising the influencer's voice or authenticity.

Interactive Experiences: Move beyond static images. Leverage the power of interactive formats like live streams, Q&A sessions, and interactive polls to foster real-time engagement with your target audience. Encourage user-generated content (UGC) that furthers the brand narrative and fosters a sense of community around your brand.

Data-Driven Content Strategy: Don't be afraid to experiment. Track what resonates best with your target audience by analyzing engagement metrics across different content formats. Use this data to refine your influencer selection process and create future content that sparks conversations and drives action.

Harness the Power of Social Listening: Identify Your Brand Advocates

Social listening tools offer a goldmine of insights to identify potential influencer partners. These platforms allow you to monitor conversations within your industry and identify individuals who are already organically discussing products or services relevant to your brand. Look for voices generating positive buzz and engaging their audience with informative and engaging content. This approach allows you to:

Discover Untapped Gems: Unearth passionate advocates who may not yet be on your radar. These individuals already possess brand affinity and their genuine enthusiasm has the power to resonate deeply with your target audience.

Understand Influencer Performance: Analyze the types of content and messaging that resonate with audiences within your target demographic. This can help you curate collaborations that are more likely to generate positive sentiment and drive conversions.

Measure and Adapt: Refining Your Influencer Marketing Strategy

Don't think of an influencer marketing campaign as a one-shot deal. It's more like a strategic partnership that needs continuous optimization. Track key metrics across all platforms, including:

Engagement Rates: Measure likes, comments, shares, and saves to gauge audience interaction with the influencer's content.

Website Traffic: Track how many visitors are directed to your website through the influencer's channels.

Conversion Rates: Analyze how many visitors take action on your website, such as making a purchase or signing up for a newsletter.

By analyzing these metrics, you can:

Refine Influencer Selection: Identify influencers who consistently deliver the strongest results for your brand.

Optimize Content Strategy: Learn what types of content resonate most with your target audience.

Adapt Campaign Goals: Refine your goals based on the campaign's performance and adjust your strategy for future collaborations.

Finally, influencer marketing stands as a formidable strategy for brands to cultivate brand influence and drive business growth in the digital age. By embracing effective strategies, nurturing authentic partnerships, and adapting to evolving trends and technologies, brands can harness the full potential of influencer marketing to propel their influence and achieve sustained business growth. Michael Esposito Staten Island: Harnessing Influencer Marketing for Business Growth provides valuable insights into how brands can successfully leverage this approach. As the influencer marketing landscape continues to evolve, staying abreast of emerging strategies and technological advancements will be pivotal for brands aiming to elevate their influence and drive exponential business growth.

In summary, influencer marketing strategies play a pivotal role in shaping brand influence and driving business growth, offering brands a compelling avenue to resonate with their audience, foster credibility, and achieve sustained success in the competitive digital landscape.

[starspangledsteeve]

accidentally dragged 8,000 photos to my desktop and now my computer is glitching out like I’m part of micro data refinement trying to find the scary numbers and finish the cold habour file🧍🏼‍♀️🫥

[britannia0]

MONSTERVERSE

x

MURDER DRONES

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MECHAGODZILLA - PART 2

note: I've decided to make N's text blue to avoid confusion (and maybe a bit of symbolism). limitations of mobile tumblr, amiright?

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[Fwoosh-]

[Slam!]

"Thanks."

"No problem!"

Ugh. Those idiots make me sick. Just why do I deal with this?

..no use complaining. Nothing I can do but follow along.

like always.

"Hey, idiots! Let's get going."

"Bite me! I'm on it."

-

...I don't know what i expected when I followed Uzi down here.

It definitely wasn't..this.

Not..uhm, all of this tech.

I was expecting a JCJenson logo- or anything to signify this was ours.

..we only found something labelled "Apex".

..I think I have a bad feeling about this.

I mean- yeah, sure. What could go wrong? In a..place like this.

[gulp.]

..stay positive, N. Stay positive..

---

3 drones; 2 with installed disassembly and one of hosting nigh-cosmic absolution.

Optics scan all surrounding locality, though not without the caution- the slowness of alert systems.

Sensory data extrapolating a layout by the tick, plausible exits and entrances arranged upon CPU through visor, like clockwork.

"Looks reeeeal maintained. How?" Suspicion seeps by indifference. A tilt of the neck and she's facing upward, studying incremental detail and fine-polished metals which make up their overhang.

"..maybe worker's have been visiting?"

"Doubt it. This place is in the middle of nowhere. No worker's coming, let alone to clean of all things. It would of been scrubbed clean by now, not have so much stuff in it." Emphasis proceeds through a leg that strikes a steel box on it's side softly, sound reverberating; almost painful to hear compared to former silence.

Uzi is once again staring at coated metal and refined black, multitudes of questions laying dormant- yet where would I get the answers? Before the gaze travels downward.

A hint of apprehension when her optics register.

"Found a way forward, guys."

"Finally." "Oh! Good work, Uzi."

Footfall makes it's way down silver-lined halls- barring a level of resistance in the structure despite it's years, considered admirable.

For a wall, that is.

"This place looks advanced. We sure none of us didn't stumble into a secret science project?"

"Wouldn't put it past humans.."

"Come on now, it can't be that bad, right?"

"Oh, to live in your mind.."

"Hey! he's just being optimistic."

"Optimistic 'til shutdown, right?"

"Ugh, do you ever shut up?" Anger coils around digits, constricting openness to fists.

"Only if I have to."

"Urgh!- whatever! We need to go, so shut it and follow me. Can you do that?"

"Y-" [Sigh.] "Fine."

Silence permeates space, forceful tension infiltrating effector processors- No doubt due to her.

..

The sound of boots hitting steel is what Uzi decides to focus on.

The way sound waves impact then register, the way fabric twists and adjusts with each micro-movement, the way she doesn't have to pay attention to her almost-tangible thoughts.

It helps, it really helps. Though, she wouldn't usually just say that.

What's gotten into me?

Though- as much as she'd like to focus on that thought, the wall something-meters ahead is giving 50 different warnings that she really can't be bothered to read right now.

All because I hit a tree last time? Seriously?

So, purple regrettably turns left.

Ugh.

--

PART 2 - FINISHED

AFTER NOTES:

next chapter is gonna be the main meat of interaction (because they’re gonna meet mg)

accidentally posted this but i kinda wrote myself into a corner at the end so it’s fine and i can continue like nothing happened next part

[colatch]

The Ultimate Marketing Model for Startups: Leveraging Influencer Marketing for Success

In the dynamic world of startups, crafting an effective marketing strategy is essential for driving growth, building brand awareness, and acquiring customers. While there are countless approaches to marketing, one strategy that has proven to be particularly impactful for startups is influencer marketing. In this blog, we'll explore a comprehensive marketing model tailored for startups, with a special focus on the role of influencer marketing in driving success.

1. Define Your Target Audience:

The foundation of any successful marketing strategy is a deep understanding of your target audience. Start by identifying the demographics, interests, and pain points of your ideal customers. Conduct market research, analyze competitor strategies, and gather insights to refine your audience personas.

2. Set Clear Goals and Objectives:

Establishing clear and measurable goals is crucial for guiding your marketing efforts. Whether it's increasing brand awareness, driving website traffic, or boosting sales, define specific objectives that align with your startup's overall business goals. Ensure that your goals are realistic, relevant, and time-bound.

3. Develop a Compelling Brand Story:

In today's crowded marketplace, storytelling is a powerful tool for capturing the attention and imagination of your audience. Craft a compelling brand narrative that communicates your startup's mission, values, and unique selling proposition. Your brand story should resonate with your target audience and differentiate your startup from competitors.

4. Build an Integrated Marketing Strategy:

An effective marketing strategy integrates various channels and tactics to reach and engage your audience across multiple touchpoints. Embrace a mix of digital marketing channels such as social media, content marketing, email marketing, and search engine optimization (SEO). Leverage each channel strategically to maximize your startup's visibility and impact.

5. Harness the Power of Influencer Marketing:

Influencer marketing has emerged as a cornerstone of modern marketing, especially for startups looking to establish credibility, reach new audiences, and drive conversions. Identify influencers whose values align with your brand and whose audience matches your target demographic. Collaborate with influencers to create authentic and engaging content that resonates with their followers.

Why Influencer Marketing Matters for Startups:

Access to Targeted Audiences: Influencers have built loyal followings around specific niches or topics, providing startups with access to highly targeted audiences that are already interested in relevant products or services.

Credibility and Trust: Influencers have a close and trusted relationship with their followers, making their recommendations more credible and impactful than traditional advertising.

Cost-Effectiveness: Influencer marketing can be a cost-effective alternative to traditional advertising channels, particularly for startups with limited marketing budgets. Many micro-influencers offer affordable rates while still delivering significant ROI.

Authenticity and Engagement: Influencers excel at creating authentic and engaging content that resonates with their audience, helping startups connect with consumers on a deeper level and drive meaningful engagement.

6. Measure and Iterate:

Regularly monitor and analyze the performance of your marketing efforts using key performance indicators (KPIs) such as website traffic, engagement metrics, conversion rates, and return on investment (ROI). Use data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and optimize your marketing strategy over time.

In conclusion, building a successful marketing model for startups requires a strategic approach that encompasses audience research, goal setting, brand storytelling, integrated marketing tactics, and the strategic integration of influencer marketing. By leveraging the unique advantages of influencer partnerships, startups can effectively reach and engage their target audience, drive brand awareness, and accelerate growth in today's competitive landscape.

[sunshinesmebdy]

Decoding the Cosmic Marketing Blueprint: How Astrology Can Shape Your Strategies

Intrigued by the intersection of celestial whispers and consumer impulses? This guide explores how current astrological transits can subtly influence marketing trends, offering fresh perspectives to refine your strategies.

Celestial Choreography and Shifting Desires:

Venus in Scorpio (Nov 2023 - Mar 2024): Cravings for depth, transformation, and premium experiences intensify. Marketing whispers: Emphasize emotional resonance, intimacy, and curated experiences over fleeting fads. Think sultry visuals, personalized touches, and exclusive access.

Jupiter in Taurus (May 2023 - Jul 2024): Sensuality, comfort, and security take center stage. Marketing mantras: Highlight practical benefits, long-term value, and indulgent pleasures. Think cozy vibes, pampering products, and secure investments.

Retrograde Mercury in Capricorn (Dec 2023 - Jan 2024): Reflection, revision, and a nostalgic glance back reign supreme. Marketing moves: Conduct content audits, embrace retro campaigns, and revisit past successes. Think historical storytelling, revamped classics, and interactive throwbacks.

Trendy Alignments and Astrological Twists:

Micro-Influencer Surge: Venus in Scorpio's craving for authenticity fuels the rise of micro-influencers. Marketing magic: Partner with niche influencers aligned with specific astrological demographics for deeper engagement and targeted connections.

Interactive Content Explosion: Retrograde Mercury's revisionary pulse urges participation. Marketing muse: Design gamified experiences, user-generated content campaigns, and interactive polls to capture the audience's desire to be involved.

Mindfulness & Wellness Glow-Up: Jupiter in Taurus promotes self-care and holistic well-being. Marketing mantra: Showcase products and services that resonate with this focus, like fitness routines, relaxation tools, and mindful consumption approaches.

Nostalgia & Heritage Harmony: Retrograde Mercury stirs memories and past trends. Marketing maestro: Embrace vintage aesthetics, revisit successful campaigns, or share brand heritage stories for a comforting dose of familiarity.

Remember: Astrology is a nuanced tapestry, not a rigid blueprint. View it as an additional lens to understand your target audience's deeper emotional needs and desires.

Bonus Tips for Cosmic Marketers:

Decode Your Audience's Zodiac: Analyze common astrological placements within your target demographics to tailor messaging and content to their specific transit experiences.

Stay Astro-Savvy: Keep tabs on upcoming transits and their potential themes. Astrological calendars and online resources can be your guides.

Data & Destiny Duo: Balance astrological insights with data and market research. Don't let the stars be your sole compass.

Experiment & Evolve: Test different marketing approaches based on astrological influences and adapt your strategies based on real-time performance.

[crypto243]

Advanced Analytics, Real Profits – Goldnx Reviews

Goldnx Reviews is transforming the crypto investment landscape by launching a new suite of AI-powered trading tools designed for traders seeking an edge in today’s volatile digital markets. This timely release positions Goldnx Reviews as the premier destination for investors determined to leverage artificial intelligence for smarter, more profitable trading outcomes.

From the outset, Goldnx Reviews has set the standard for transparency and innovation in crypto analysis. With the latest platform update, users can now access machine learning-driven insights, automated strategy suggestions, and predictive analytics—all engineered to maximize gains and reduce risk. This announcement is especially relevant as more traders demand intelligent, data-backed guidance to navigate increasingly complex markets.

"AI is rapidly redefining trading strategies across all asset classes, but crypto is where the most significant transformation is happening," said the CEO of Goldnx Reviews. "Our new features put institutional-grade AI tools directly in the hands of everyday traders, leveling the playing field like never before."

Goldnx Reviews: Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence

At the heart of Goldnx Reviews is a robust AI engine that sifts through millions of data points—price movements, news sentiment, blockchain activity, and user trends—to deliver actionable insights in real time. This intelligent approach enables traders to identify profitable opportunities faster than manual analysis ever could.

The platform’s new suite includes AI-generated buy/sell signals, risk management prompts, and portfolio optimization recommendations. Additionally, Goldnx Reviews offers deep-dive project reports enhanced with AI sentiment scoring, providing traders with both macro and micro-level perspectives before making a move.

"Our mission has always been to empower users with clarity and confidence," the CEO emphasized. "AI is the next logical step. It not only streamlines research but uncovers hidden patterns and early signals that even the most experienced human analysts might miss."

User-Centric Design, Unmatched Results

What sets Goldnx Reviews apart is the platform’s commitment to usability. The AI-powered dashboard is intuitive, customizable, and accessible to both beginners and seasoned traders. With automated alerts and guided tutorials, users can seamlessly integrate advanced analytics into their daily routines.

In addition, the Goldnx Reviews community can now collaborate directly with the AI, submitting feedback on prediction accuracy and suggesting improvements. This creates a continuous cycle of refinement, ensuring the platform evolves to meet traders’ real-world needs.

Security and Transparency at the Forefront

Goldnx Reviews understands that with great power comes great responsibility. That’s why every AI model and algorithm is thoroughly tested, regularly audited, and fully transparent. Investors are provided with detailed explanations behind every recommendation, building trust through clarity.

"Our priority is to make AI both powerful and trustworthy for our users," the CEO explained. "We’re not just offering predictions—we’re offering insights with integrity."

Step into the Future: Embrace AI Trading Today

For those ready to unlock a smarter, safer, and more profitable trading experience, there has never been a better time to join Goldnx Reviews. Explore the future of AI-driven investing and discover how the right technology can transform your financial journey.

[market-trends-bykr]

North America Dominates Seed Treatment Market with 34% Share

The Seed Treatment Market is expanding rapidly, propelled by the need for enhanced crop protection, yield improvements, and adoption of precision farming solutions. Advances in agritech, biotechnology, and coatings are revolutionizing the way seeds are prepared for sowing, ensuring stronger, healthier plant stands and reduced pesticide usage.

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Market Overview & Growth Projections

Industry research forecasts the global seed treatment market to grow from approximately USD 17.1 billion in 2025 to around USD 38.9 billion by 2032, registering a CAGR of 12.5%. North America leads with about 34.3% market share in 2024, heavily driven by the United States, which commands some 79% of the regional segment. Regulatory support and farm-scale precision practices further reinforce growth in this mature market.

In Asia-Pacific, Japan’s seed treatment market is forecast to rise from roughly USD 556 million in 2024 to nearly USD 997 million by 2033 at a CAGR of 6.7%, fueled by sustainable farming and adoption of biological treatments. Earlier estimates place Japan’s 2025 market size at nearly USD 336 million, growing to USD 403 million by 2030.

Key Market Drivers

1. Food Security & Yield Enhancement

With global population growth, agricultural systems must deliver more with less. Seed treatments chemical or biological provide early protection against pests and diseases, leading to stronger germination and higher yields.

2. Precision Agriculture & Coatings

Seed coating and dressing technologies, backed by polymers and data-driven application, offer targeted delivery and reduced chemical input. Coating now spans film, encrustment, and pellet formats, improving handling and minimizing environmental drift.

3. Sustainability & Biological Adoption

Biological seed treatments are gaining momentum, as farmers seek eco-friendly alternatives in response to sustainability initiatives, organic food demand, and tighter chemical regulations.

4. Technological Innovation

High-growth segments include polymer coatings, nanotechnology, plasma priming, and satellite/data integration particularly in refined markets like Japan’s regional wastelands and complex cropping zones.

5. Government Support & Regulation

Subsidies, organic schemes, and regulatory restrictions (like those in Japan and parts of Europe) promote seed treatment uptake as a lower-impact crop protection method.

Regional Dynamics: United States & Japan

United States The US seed treatment market is buoyed by corn, soybean, and cotton systems, where seed dressing holds ~40% market share. Seed coating is the fastest-expanding segment (9% CAGR), with advancements such as microbial inoculants and polymer delivery systems. Strong regulatory backing by the EPA and investments from biotech majors solidify dominance.

Japan Japan’s seed treatment market, currently USD 556 million (2024), is expected to near USD 1 billion by 2033. Key drivers include rising hybrid seed costs, environmental regulations, and consumer demand for safe, sustainable food. Regions like Kansai and Hokkaido are adopting digital agriculture and precision seed treatment at scale, while major companies invest in research partnerships to better meet crop-specific needs.

Technological & Innovation Trends

Nanomaterials & Plasma Priming: Emerging research demonstrates the power of zinc oxide nanopriming and cold plasma treatments, boosting seed vigor and stress tolerance by 12–19% through enhanced water uptake and metabolism.

Precision Seed Delivery: Satellite-guided and robotic seed coating systems are enabling field-specific treatments, reducing input waste and optimizing seed quality by crop and region.

Biostimulant & Nanotech Integration: Plant-growth stimulators combined with micro coating and nanotech additives improve germination rates and resilience.

Market Opportunities

Organic and Biological Niche: Surging demand for biodynamic farming presents a fertile opportunity for biological seed treatment firms.

Partnerships & Innovation: Collaborations among agritech startups, universities, and legacy agrochemical companies are unlocking next-gen seed prep solutions.

Region-specific Formulations: Tailored seed treatments for rice in Hokkaido, tropical fruits in Kyushu, and grains in Tohoku support regional agricultural strategies.

Automation & IoT: Integrating seed treatment machines with IoT networks can offer traceability, quality control, and compliance with growing regulatory demands.

Challenges & Market Constraints

Farmer Awareness & Adoption: While urban regions are tech-savvy, remote farmers may lack access or awareness, which hinders widespread adoption.

High Costs for Smallholders: Premium seed treatments may be cost-prohibitive for small-scale farmers without subsidies or financing.

Regulatory & Environmental Concerns: Restrictions on neonicotinoids and chemical residues demand rigorous R&D and alternative formula development.

Competitive Intensity: Players ranging from Syngenta, Bayer, BASF, Corteva, FMC, Sumitomo, UPL, and Novozymes compete fiercely on innovation and reach.

Strategic Partnerships & Competitive Landscape

Global leaders are engaging in mergers, R&D, and platform integration:

Syngenta Seedcare, Corteva, Bayer, BASF, FMC, Novozymes, and Sumitomo Chemical drive significant investments in precision seed treatment and biostimulants.

New product launches such as triple-action fungicide blends and polymer-based coatings enhance germination, pest resistance, and sustainability.

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Market Outlook: Resilient and Expanding

Analysts predict the global seed treatment market will surpass USD 38 billion by 2032, driven by evolving agro-tech solutions and sustainability pressures. Regions like Asia-Pacific, particularly Japan, China, and India, are expected to outpace global growth at ~10% CAGR, while North America maintains stable growth.

Emerging applications like plasma-primed seeds, microbial drought resistance treatments, and automated seed prep systems are expected to fuel the next wave of innovation and adoption.

Conclusion: A New Era in Seed Prep

The seed treatment market stands at the intersection of food security, sustainability, and technological transformation. As crop systems become more sophisticated, treatments that enhance germination, protect young plants, reduce environmental impact, and offer traceability are becoming essential.

With the US and Japan leading technological and regulatory integration, companies investing in innovation, sustainability, and farmer outreach are best positioned to lead this burgeoning industry.