#thanks for sending this friend!

[cinamun]

💌 | Reply to this Ask with the first photo you took this year of your sims & the most recent! Send this to 3 other simmers to keep the train going☁️🤍

We started the year with Dira getting drilled into the 1-seater by Charlie (posted Jan 1)

And most recent is Darren's gentle touch to turn his wife's face to his, look her in her eyes and let her know he knows.

so sweet

[kimium]

You could always ramble about…your favourite things from Twisted Wonderland👀👀👀

By gosh friend, you're RIGHT. Thanks for the suggestion! (In relation to this post.)

Here are my favourite things about Twisted Wonderland:

The character designs

Unsurprisingly, one of the strongest aspects to Twisted Wonderland are the character designs by Yana Toboso, mangaka of Kuroshitsuji. Her art style is so clean and crisp, with thin line art, beautiful colours, and costume/clothing designs that are breath-taking. Even if you think some aspects are a little busy (ex: Heartslaybul's dorm uniform) there is a clear theme. Truthfully, I think her clothing designs are on the same level as CLAMP who in my mind are mangaka Queens of clothing design.

2. The characterization

Now, I admit I don't know how much of this is in Yana's hands VS Disney executives for Twisted Wonderland, but I think all of the main cast have fun, colourful personalities that are more than surface appearance. It would be easy to fall into tropes, but every character goes beyond their "character trope". Example, Vil who as I said in a prior post, surprised me with his character depth.

3. The story

I love the writing in Twisted Wonderland. I find every book fun and entertaining. Every event is also very fun, with characters you don't expect to interact shoved together. Adding vignettes to the cards also helps establish more characterization for the cast and develop the world. Also, I really love the trend of past book dorm coming in to help us in the next book.

4. Events

Speaking of story telling, I really love the events. Not just for the story telling aspects mentioned above, but the fact that they're evenly spaced. I like the time allocated to complete each event and I don't feel smothered by endless event upon event. (Something I think Obey Me! does and it really mentally drains me.)

5. Twistunes

Not sure if this an unpopular opinion, but I have always been a fan of rhythm games. I find the challenge fun (even when sometimes getting that SS for hard mode is a giant PAIN) and rewarding. It's also why I've 100% completed every Twistune so far (in the English server).

6. The music

Tying into my previous point, I really love the music in Twisted Wonderland. I think every dorm's music perfectly fits the dorm's aesthetic and style. My favourite one so far, by the way, is Octavinelle's jazz music.

7. The ships

Like any fandom, ships are a natural progression of the fandom's interaction with the material. I think some of the ships to come out of Twisted Wonderland are fantastic. I already talked in a prior personal post my favourite Twisted Wonderland ships, so I won't say too much more here.

8. The unique magic

I'm always a huge sucker for magic unique to the caster. Usually it ends up a reflection of the character's personality. One gripe I have with fantasy series are magical abilities that are too generic. Not that I have anything against elemental magic, but giving a different spin on abilities really helps make the ability and character stand out.

While sometimes for Twisted Wonderland characters their unique magic reflects the Disney character they're twisted from (most notably Azul and Jamil's in my opinion), I think in the end they're not just copy and paste.

(Side note: My favourite unique magic (so far) is Vil's. Second goes to Riddle's due to the sheer hilarity of him screaming "Off with your head!" and having a big, tacky collar snapped around your neck. I actually have a mini list of my favourites but we'll save that for another day.)

9. The ease in rewards (for pulling characters)

Another game play aspect that might seem silly to mention, but hear me out. I think mobile games live and die by the way they treat Free to Play players. Mobile games that are less generous tick me off because if you're not going to treat FTP players right, just make your game a full-fledged game that I pay to buy. No one should have to be severely punished for being a FTP player, as not everyone has the money/desire to spend on a game but still wants to have a good time.

Twisted Wonderland is probably one of the best games (at least from my roster of mobile games) to give rewards that make it easy to summon. The keys from the birthdays are a huge point for me, as you are not limited to using them on the birthday banner. They also gave us TWO sets for Jade and Floyd which Surprised the Hell out of me.

Now admittedly I don't play a lot of gacha games (my main one being Fire Emblem Heroes), but Twisted Wonderland is on my list for "pretty generous".

(Which, side note, I also like that in a 10 pull you're guaranteed a SR. It's the least you can do to not just reward players who save their rewards, but also keep pulling something that players want to do. Gacha games live and die by summons.)

10. The ease for beginners to play

Again, this might be something odd to mention, but this is coming from someone who plays Fire Emblem Heroes and has to deal with over-bloated meta and text descriptions that Literally Need to be in Small Font. (I am looking at you Duo Ephraim's weapon refine :/ I don't care that majority of you is clarifying what a Bonus and Canto (Rem. +1) means. Yes, I understand this makes no sense to anyone who does NOT play FEH.)

I think Twisted Wonderland is largely a game that is easy for people to pick up. There is little terminology or "stats", if there is a meta game, it's relatively light and not 100% necessary to understand, and in story mode most things are set to easy.

So, there we have it. Things I like about Twisted Wonderland presented in a ten reasons list because Why Not?

(Bonus: I like Twisted Wonderland because you also play it and so we can share and talk about it to one another :D)

[thatbuddie]

okay so, everyone is always telling buck that eddie has a resting bitch face, right? and buck is so so so adamant that he doesn’t and he fights everyone on it. he really can’t understand what people mean. he’s baffled when chimney makes jokes about eddie scaring patients with his stony expression. he is so confused when maddie tells him she was a bit intimated by eddie before they ever talked. buck just can’t believe that this is something people think.

until one day hen shows buck a video of eddie just chilling at the station while reading a magazine. and he looks so serious, so frowny. a little bitchy if buck is being totally honest. and then, in the video, buck walks up the stairs and as soon as eddie sees him he lights up. suddenly he’s all sunshine and rainbows. he’s all smiley and he just looks so soft.

and that’s how buck finds out that eddie does have a resting bitch face but buck never sees it because eddie always looks ecstatic when buck is near.

[barghest-land]

drawings from paleo expedition to dagestan, done right on the trip. sometimes messy when it was cold and rainy, but i won't correct it. i think it's cool to leave it just the way it was done, and not retouch it after. there will be more drawings later, but those will be done from home

[trustyalt]

he can't do it when you're watching!!

[umyesithink]

zukka nation i am once again here with another offering

[cinnamontoads]

this edit of rhett and link always makes me laugh so bad I had to redraw it myself too

[somepinkthing]

Something something tim drake who has never been put first by anyone he's ever loved in his life being told he is not only kon's first but also his only robin..... for the only thing that kon cared abt to be the fact that tim felt wanted and treasured and important to someone....., that he didn't give a damn about how other ppl might feel about what he just said....... esp knowing that he literally had his home and title and dad ripped from him in the last year......

[homielander]

ohhh antony is carrying the show on his back 😭 https://x.com/screenrant/status/1805265919741989352?s=46

i don't want to discredit the work that writers do, especially in laying the groundwork for a character like homelander and crafting a compelling arc for him with every new season. and i'm sure they were very involved in the making of ep 4 as well, despite kripke generously giving credit where it's due here. however...

it is nice to know that antony starr has not only elevated the character with a superb performance but also made some pretty valuable contributions to the script :) obviously i'm biased but i think he is the standout of every episode. i'm throwing emmys at him

[gianttol]

♡ GT July 2024 Prompt List ♡

[nebuladreamz]

A little different than last year's, but here we are again. To say that this past year hasn't been absolutely wild would be a lie, cause HOLY SHIT MAN

This year's birthday is. A little different for me, but you already have the silly comic to show that so I won't make like a broken record oops

But, despite the changes and hills that life's decided I should climb or throw at, it hasn't changed the fact that I'm so genuinely fucking thankful to the people that I've known since joining this fandom. I'm not even kidding when I say that being here has actually changed my life for the better. I know I said something similar last year, but this time, hoo boy it sure turned up the AMP and test how far I could go.

So, to everyone, both new and old; thank you for being here :D

@garbagechocolate @darkxsoulzyx @smoljeanius @bunmuffin @skizabaa

@tuzesdays @sleepykas @fernzwing @kandidandi @starsketchez

@just-a-drawing-bean @notdysfunk @ilsole @amberluvsbugs @cloudyvoid

@nomsthecat @alfinefalf @nosleepygay @theblog-with-thestuff

@cacaocheri

(Edit: ty kibbits for informing me of the. Fuck ass tagging system)

AND TAGGING OTHERS BECAUSE. POINTS. BONKS WITH HEAD. GETTING TO EITHER INTERACT OR TALK OR WHATEVER IS ALWAYS A DELIGHT

@ohno-the-sun @kibbits @ink-yy @saltyfryz @kaprisvn

@hierba-picante @sunny-sophies-garden @cookiiemancer @sneeblbop @justaduckarts

@pepethehumanz @crystalmagpie447 @woolysstuff @mocha-illustrates @duhsty1

@sanchensky @pillowspace @victarin @witherfide

[I DEFINITELY GOT SONAS WRONG AND THESE AREN'T ALL THE SILLY PEOPLE I KNOW BUT IM SITTING HERE AT 2:30 IN THE MORNING JUST KNOW YOU'RE THERE IN SPIRIT HANDING YOU ALL POPTARTS WAUGH]

[shyghosties]

he’s friends with the stars ✨

[haunthouse]

"the $109 bed bath and beyond clown cat can't hurt you"

$109 bed bath and beyond clown cat:

he's my new best friend

[savannahsdeath]

hi i love your writing SO MUCH and idk if i requested this already but… do you think we can get a brothers best friend ellie?? readers brother DOES NOT want them together but they end up fucking when he’s asleep/not home. or reader goes to ellies house and eats her out while shes on call with reader’s brother?? either one is fine i would just love to see you write it

i think you requested that but i made it likee the brother didnt care so heres a second one🤭ill post the first one too tho!!

BBF!ELLIE WILLIAMS X READER

mdni please<3

warnings: 18+!! smut, almost getting caught

writers note: im sorry its so short whateva💔

You couldn't decide whether you like it or not.

Well, of course you did. Ellie never failed to make you feel good, her strap hitting all the right places while her hands caressed your thighs. She was rough, but not too rough. Degrading, but also praising. Basically, she was all you could ever ask for and more. What was there to hate?

But at some point, there was this little voice in your head telling you you're pathetic. Pathetic for liking this, agreeing to this and... just admiring her overall.

Because, jesus, 'she's my brother's friend. Best friend. What am I going to tell him?'

You, as the little sister, always let him insult you. Your opinion didn't matter, you gave up on trying to be important long time ago. You didn't hate him, he wasn't that bad. It was just sibling love language. He just couldn't be nice. If he knew about you and Ellie...

You were good at hiding it, though. When you first met her, you didn't believe she's really friends with your brother. Not to be mean, but you didn't thought he'll get along with someone who seems so... perfect.

'She probably has a shitty personality.'

That's how you explained their friendship. And you were terribly wrong.

After she visited your house once, she kept coming almost every day. At this point, you got used to that.

Oh, well, not exactly... There was some awkward situations, like when you exited the bathroom in only a towel wrapped around your bare skin and you saw her leaning against the handrail in the hallway. She only ruffled your hair and laughed at your embarrassment, seeing you blush and holding onto the fabric like your life depended on it. Maybe it did, actually?

It wasn't long after that before you began to wonder -'She can't be friends with my brother... can she?'- You started to notice more things - her kindness towards you, a tender touch here and there, and the way she looked at you made you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. So what if she was his best friend? Would he really mind?

But what if he did? What if he found out?

Suddenly that little voice in your head was screaming louder than ever, and that feeling of shame and guilt crept up on you again.

But no matter how much of the guilt you felt, and despite the small voice in your head telling you you're pathetic, it felt right. You felt accepted. Accepted by someone who was perfect in every way. The thought of telling your brother filled you with dread, but it seemed so far away. You could figure out that little problem later, right? Just for now, you could feel a rush of emotions - mostly guilt, but also a rush of lust that made you want more.

More and more.

And she gave you more.

A quiet -'fuck'- escaped her lips as she saw your cunt throbbing against her strap. Her hands continued firmly holding you down as you didn't even bother to stay quiet. You felt so good... and so ashamed... You wanted it to stop but at the same time, you knew you'd beg for more if she would even simply slow down.

It was really your own fault.

This was the first time in ages you were left home alone, so you immediately invited Ellie over. First time you won't have to bury your face in the pillows. First time she won't have to shush you. First time you could actually do everything.

You were fighting your own thoughts, not knowing which one are the bad ones. You had no idea if you're doing the right thing. And you most definitely weren't but you were too fucked up to realize that.

Ellie chuckled, hearing your not-muffled this time sounds. "Were you always this loud? Jesus, how did we manage to keep this a secret for so long?"

The truth is, she wasn't silent herself. Fine, she wasn't a whining mess, unlike you, but still - the little 'fuck's and praises escaping her mouth weren't too quiet.

You continued squirming and whimpering about how big she is and how much it hurts, hoping it'll magically change, though you didn't really wanted it to. Or maybe you did? You weren't sure. Your mind continued the fight wether it's good or pathetic, none of the sides prevailing.

She clicked her tongue in disappointment, but her smirk told you how proud she really is. "I know, I know, so stop moving so fucking much." She said.

Her raspy, tired voice was enough to make you squirm again. You weren't used to hear it in these circumstances before, since it's obviously the first time she could speak loudly and clearly, without worrying about your brother.

"I said something, doll." Her grip on your hips hardened, almost aggressively pinning you to bed.

You heard the ring hanging near the door, meaning someone opened them. Just by footsteps you could tell it was your brother.

"Should I stop?" She asked with mock-concern and interest. You realized your answer won't change anything - maybe just the intensity of her moves, so you didn't waste your energy answering. That was a sign of your obedience and helplessness Ellie waited for. "Good girl."

She rolled you on your stomach and tangled her fingers in your hair, pressing your head into the pillow. She shoved it down with every thrust - every hit of your climax - to stop you from moaning. And of course it didn't work completely, but they faded enough to be inaudible outside the room.

She was intentionally going faster and faster. She loved playing with you, feeling the thrill of it, even though you didn't find it so amusing. You digged your nails into the tattoo on her forearm, hoping to slow her down.

"Ya know what will happen if he hears?" She didn't seem to care that your fingers were literally drawing blood from her body. "You'll handle it. Unless you want him to find out?" She whispered.

You immediately shook your head, pursing your lips and squeezing your eyes shut.

Then, your moment of focus broke as you heard knocking, on the door to your room this time.

"I'm back!" Your brother announced.

You asked him to tell you whenever he goes out or cames back, mostly so you knew if Ellie's free, since he only goes out with her. Today was the first time he went outside on his own and the poor guy had no idea she found a reason to visit your house anyway, just like he had no idea she did so even when he was home, in his room, right above yours.

The lack of response surprised him, so he knocked once more before shouting confused -'You there?'

Ellie looked down at you, daring you to answer, mouthing silent 'go on' in the most taunting voice she could.

"Yes! That's good!" Your voice was shaky and you knew he will notice.

He wasn't really caring, just curious, so he had to know everything. His first sentence sounded cute, like he really cared, but you figured out he's making fun of you as soon as you heard the other questions. "Are you crying? What, you weren't invited to some lame party? Or a boy you know for a week broke up with you?"

And what were you supposed to say? -'No, your best friend is fucking me for... probably more than an hour now, and her dick is probably bigger than yours, so I can't control my tears'

"Yeah, something lik- Oh, fuck off!" You screamed back, succeeding to pretend you're really hurt because of one of the pathetic things he accused you for.

He laughed. "Mhm- Whatever!"

The footsteps climbed up stairs and got silent. Ellie bit her bottom lip, holding back a chuckle.

"Does he really think of you so low?" Her hips slowed down again, but became more precise. "You did good, don't worry. It'll be over soon."

[hoosbandewan]

EWAN MITCHELL in the House of the Dragon S2: Aemond Promo

[bnhababe]