#we said it at the same time that was so dumb

[thatpersonwhosaidtheywouldnt]

Thinking about how the biggest reason I think the Young Justice show went with the origin they did for Wally and Barry (Wally doing the experiment Barry did, Barry doing the experiment Jay did) is because the creators of the show did not include the Speed Force. Greg Weisman does not like the idea, doesn't see the point of it (and in my opinion clearly misunderstands it) someone on Reddit did a write up on it if you wanna see all he's said here.

So what's this gotta do with the Flash origins in YJA vs comics? Well, first off, the Speed Force was something Mark Waid created to unify the Flash's powers and bring a bit of sense to them:

"It really was just a matter of trying to unify the powers. Barry and Wally's origins were identical, but Jay ostensibly got his speed by inhaling 'hard water,' a.k.a. 'ice.' I never really thought of it as 'mystical' in any real sense, just scientific --- or as scientific as you can get when you're talking about what happens on the other side of lightspeed (which was my original pitch, an idea that to this day I can remember its exact moment of birth)" (Waid from Ask Chris #317 here )

So without the Speed Force, YJA had to solve a problem Waid had solved with the Speed Force a different way. Waid chose not to or didn't have the option to change Wally's origin from being the exact same as Barry's so he made it make sense through the Speed Force, in essence, choosing Wally (and Barry and Jay and every other speedster). YJA had the option so they went a different way.

Barry was always inspired by Jay Garrick. In comics he was a lucky fanboy who got the powers of his favorite comic character and took his name. In YJA, he's not lucky, he, instead, performs the same experiment that gave Jay speed on himself (YJA Barry is simply more unhinged because what).

Wally, similarly, was also a lucky fanboy who got the powers of his favorite superhero (who happened to be the guy his aunt was dating... Very lucky). In YJA... Well it's the same as Barry again expect he's a literal child performing an experiment on himself which puts him in the hospital (comics Wally is notably fine, just wet from the chemicals).

I think it's a pretty significant change to make Barry and Wally want and grab for the superpowers of their heroes (and beg to be a hero before having those powers in Wally's case) instead of them being super fans that have powers thrust upon them. Powers they choose to use for good but not powers they chose.

And then we have Bart... See, with Bart, things are very different. They have to be. Bart's first appearance is in the exact same comic as the first appearance of the Speed Force. Getting rid of it... Basically gets rid of Bart.

Of course, he's in YJA, so that's not quite true. And, admittedly, I think there were ways to do Bart more accurately without the Speed Force... But it's hard. And YJA essentially avoided making a proper attempt at all and made a fully new character. Instead of him being raised in virtual reality while his body was speed aging due to his biological connection to the Speed Force, he is raised in a post-apocalyptic dystopia. He pretends to be chaotic, impulsive, and sorta dumb but is actually very calculating, a bit cynical, and jaded. He is an interesting character for sure... but he's definitely an original character in all but name, and you can see the character type they took inspiration from - the likes of Cable, Future Trunks (Dragon Ball), and Silver the Hedgehog, instead of his original characterization (a characterization I think is much more original and lacks a character that's similar). A final, more minor point, is that the lack of the Speed Force seems to be why he had to build his own time machine, unable to run through time as in comics.

Bart, in comics, is chaotic, whimsical, and impulsive. He was born in the far future because of some chaotic time travel-related reasons, and his father and aunt (the Tornado Twins) were killed soon after his birth. He was taken by the Earth government (in a roundabout way), run by his grandfather (who happens to be a descendant of the Thawne family... making Bart related to Professor Zoom), and instead of trying to stop his speed aging, merely observed him while raising him in a virtual reality. Iris breaks him out and they time travel to the past to get help from Wally. Through a series of events, Wally ends up handing Bart over to Max Mercury (basically the Speed Force expert) to raise cause Iris dipped and Wally is not capable of raising a teenager. Max, Bart's main parental figure, is not and cannot be in YJA because the Speed Force not existing or being known of, makes that impossible. It is the most intrinsic to his character out of all speedsters.

Much of Bart's character arc has him have to learn that life is not a video game and he does not get a do-over. There is a very powerful arc where Bart (who has this speed force power of essentially making clones of himself) loses one of his speed force clones and feels the death of his clone as if he died as well. It terrifies him. But without the Speed Force, without the powers that create that arc, this is not something that can be explored in the cartoon. YJA Bart is, in some ways, the opposite of his comic counterpart. He clearly understands death well; it's all he knows, a dying world. He likely expects to die himself traveling to the past like he does. Bart in the cartoon has to learn different lessons.

I think at the end of the day, this choice to ignore the Speed Force (and therefore the center of Flash lore since the mid 90's), is a bit disrespectful. I don't think Weisman saw it that way, of course. To him it seems he was adapting the Flash lore prior to that. Which does make some sense, seeing as Wally was Kid Flash and the Speed Force is very much tied to Wally's time as the Flash (something he never gets to be in YJA). And I am not saying I dislike Wally in this show, in fact that show is why he's one of my favorite characters. But I think it's all interesting to think about... And I do think the Flashes are much better handled in their comics, no matter the love I have for Wally in the show (except maybe the letting Barry be a dad part). But it's the nature of adaptations I suppose. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk. 🫡

[ash-marauders-version]

My civics class is so bad bro, i hear dumb shit every single day

The other day this kid kept saying "what the diddy" bc they didn't know what it was and then another time we were talking about the boston tea party and this one kid asked if the fish could taste the tea in the water, and then this one kid asked "wait theres animals in the sea?" BRO????

And yesterday in class the same kid didnt know Alexander hamilton was a real person 😭😭😭and theres this one girl who out of NO WHERE just said the f slur and then when a lot of people where mad at her she asked what it meant, then when we explained it to her SHE SAID IT AGAIN

[miana-bunnies]

the girlfriend

？▹ . ! worker!haerin x worker!reader

？▹ . !! fluff, small angst

？▹ . !!! you wanted to shut that woman up, so you left... with someone you know.

？▹ . !!!! it's really that short because i got terrible writer's block due to the exam.. BUT HEY IT'S DONE. yeeeeee, also a bit of off-character here *awkward smile* i also don't like how this ends. :\

"y/n, can i ask just one question?"

one of your coworkers said as you and the others sat in a circle at the restaurant, having dinner with the higher-ups.

the woman who wanted to ask sat across from you, and you could see a small smug look on her face that screamed trouble.

but you remained calm. "sure." you replied nonchalantly, taking a bite of the grilled pork with the chopsticks after dipping it on a soy sauce. as you consumed your food, your eyes observes your coworker.

despite being an adult in her age, she's the type of person who acts like an immature teenager. often the type to think like she's the main character of the universe and acts so superior to everyone else.

during your work times together, you always tried to avoid her but she would always call you out with her annoyingly loud voice.

you've only spoken to her a few times, but that's only it. it's just a bare minimum gesture of respect, and you made sure it only reached to that point.

but you noticed how she kept pushing the boundaries with you anywhere and anytime.

you find it disturbing. and you don't approve to her calling your username so casually.

"so... i heard that you have a girlfriend now!" she bats her eyes, resting her chin on her folded hands with elbows on the table.

the others ooh'ed at the side, ready to tease you over it while you only listen to her blankly.

"but you know, relationships ends so quickly! that's why you should get an extra one by your side if you feel like the relationship isn't going to work! a side chick or.. even a fuck buddy!"

every letter she says sent a wave of disgust within you, your eyes turn into a glare and your jaws tightened. you couldn't even say anything bad without cursing her out.

"and so, as a very very kind co-worker of yours— i am willing to be one of your side chicks, so call me up whenever you like it, alright~?" the others laughed at this, intentionally siding with her as your eyes turns colder.

and just when you thought it was done, well, she wasn't. "we could fuck all day, you know! in the bedroom, kitchen, living room and even the bathroom!" she giggles, covering her flushed face with her hands, causing another wave of laughter from the others.

but you were boiling inside.

before you could say something to her out of anger, a hand was placed on your thigh. you turn to your left to see her staring at you tenderly and softly, her thumb rubbing your leg caused your boiling blood to ease down.

the way she looks at you hurts you and reassures you at the same time. she wants you to stay calm and respectful, and you did just that. you turn back to the fox, and gave her a smile.

"i'd rather have a loving girlfriend who doesn't think of fucking all the time, thank you very much. also, i don't think i deserve someone bright, beautiful and amazing like you, so i'm afraid that i will reject your offer."

you obviously said the last one with sarcasm, not caring if the fox across you doesn't pick it up.

before the fox could comment further, you stood up from your seat and your hand found the hand from the woman that was sitting next to you to pull her up from the seat as well.

the others narrowed their eyes at your way suspiciously, and one of them asked out of curiosity and suspension.

"where are you going? you're dragging miss kang with you!" you look at the woman who said that your hands tightened. you only gave them a tight smile, "i know. i'm dragging my girlfriend with me, see you guys next week."

you wanted to laugh at their dumb faces but you wanted to get out of there so you did, dragging your girlfriend with you as you leave the samgyeopsal restaurant.

-

you let out a sigh as soon as you step out, your hand with hers loosened but she kept holding onto it.

you turn to her, a guilty smile appears on your face. "i'm sorry, haerin. i couldn't stop her from talking bad about you... but now, i regret it so much." an ache was felt in your chest when she smiles back with reassurance and trust.

"it's okay, y/n. let them talk, but that wouldn't ruin us easily, right?"

you were grateful for her thoughtfulness and understanding, linking your arms together. "of course it wouldn't. a fox like her? who is she to tear apart our relationship just with nonsense?"

she shakes her head, a smile on her face still there. "don't let her get into you. i know you're much stronger than that. plus," she smirks teasingly at you, tightening her grip around your arm.

"you haven't given me the ring yet, right?"

she quietly giggles at your flushed face, leaning to peck your cheek. "you're adorable. give yourself some time, hm? don't rush or else."

she threatens you, but it only comes out with a cute pout, causing you to chuckle fondly. "alright, ma'am. i won't rush, and i definitely won't get to your bad side. i already suffered so much because of your anger that night.."

she scoffs with a grin, "but you liked it. unless you want me to do it even rougher?"

"please don't-"

it definitely wasn't what you think, but yeah, anyways.

she laughs and intertwines your hands together once again, lifting it to her lips. you smiled at her, warmth spread across your chest.

her gaze buried deep into yours, love and tenderness fills her eyes. "i love you, y/n. i can't wait to be your wife soon."

[chipthekeeper]

someone on tv: “[something something] Budapest”

me and my brother: “……”

me and my brother: “booty pest”

me and my brother:

[luck-of-the-drawings]

OH ARTHUR BENNETT.. such a gorgeous and intriguing character. terribly burdened by a GRUESOME set of crimes, his light suffocated by a HEAVY century of GUILT. so tragic, so dark and broody, and yet PAINFULLY awkward in any social setting ever

[reineyday]

alex is so real for not realizing he was bi despite the amount of times he was clearly checking out and appreciating other men. it really do be like that.

[bearenjoyers]

sorry im just thinking about bcs but like. why not add a few smaller scenes of gus interacting with his own men? why does it seem like, in comparison, mike is almost immediately elevated to a higher status than those two in bcs purely because we actually get to see him having normal conversations with gus? like i understand they might not keep the plot moving as well because of the fact obviously if victor is currently doing something it’s because gus told him to etc. but for the most part all of the smaller interactions gus does have with those two ends up being in a somewhat high stress situation where it feels very tense between everyone. and it’s just like damn! is it always like that?? why do those two even care that much about their jobs if their boss is a bit of a dick? etc. i think even an additional scene or two with those guys (either alone or the both of them) talking with gus in a more normal situation could’ve both added a bit more depth into how gus treats his employees (we got a lot with how he treats lyle and co., but not a whole lot with the illegal side of things), how comfortable vic and tyrus feel around him in a calmer setting, and exactly why they both feel the need to be as loyal as they are to the guy.

and also on the other side of this i don't think it'd hurt to maybe elaborate on their pay just a bit..? i'm not saying to randomly put a number out into the atmosphere but i just mean some smaller things like. do they buy nicer things for themselves? what's their housing situation? what's their car situation? are the escalade / yukon their own vehicles or does gus just use those two for business situations? do they use them when they're doing their own stuff off the clock or do they have their own cars? etc. that can also help with understanding their motivations a bit. don't get me wrong i don't think they should be visibly rich or something because that's not what gus would want but just smaller things! cause it's easy to write their loyalty off as Well they probably get paid super well, which i'm sure is true, but if they don't show a single hint of that then what's the point. even something as simple as giving tyrus a nice watch, or maybe victor having a nicer looking gun, etc. something small like that. because as it stands right now the average 41 year old viewer who watched the show once only knows and will only ever know victor and tyrus as those two guys in the background who do random stuff for gus with no clear motivation. just the personification of "On it boss (salute emoji)". and to be honest this is true for a whole lot of fans who do watch the show multiple times and enjoy thinking about it more in depth, because on screen we barely have anything about the two.

and to be clear i'm not trying to say we should have an episode just for them or something like no i understand they're side characters. i understand we don't need all that. and i understand this is also primarily Jimmy's show. but it's not like these two are on the same level as like, arlo or paige and kevin etc. these guys have been around since brba. victor was literally introduced in the same episode gus was. and they are a huge part of gus's story, especially in brba. s4 wouldn't have been what it was without victor and tyrus. and in bcs, ignacio's situation wouldn't have been the same if it weren't for victor and tyrus as well. and i just personally believe that if their goal with gus in bcs was to go back and elaborate on how everything came to be and show what he was like a few years younger, they could've dragged victor and tyrus into that. and i think his character would've benefited from taking that extra step with those two.

[heartual]

had such a good experience with surgery today i can’t even fully explain

[seventh-district]

not even gonna tag this properly bc i don't wanna get Involved but i do have some Thoughts i need to get out into the void so here we go

(aaa quick edit: CW for mention/discussion of Boothill leaks)

[bunnihearted]

where is that post that is like 'if u were the girl he wanted communication would be easy for him' bc yeah... no matter how much u dont want it to be, it's true

[dimitrscu]

writing about my elden ring oc has been my comfort thing for the last two years but since this dlc i genuinely can’t bring myself to enjoy it anymore. miquella, the haligtree and even malenia feel so different to me now

[yourqueenb]

“Drew only does casual”

“Drew doesn’t do commitment”

Ok that’s fine, but girl are you good with that??

[synthshenanigans]

there’s one on here currently and they’re bringing back up old controversy (jashshipping)

Yeaa I saw that. They also seem to post a bunch of CJ related things, so I might make the daily photos one since there isn't one for just CJ screenshots/photos

[shopcat]

i think w avatar in my own base... world that i draw/think. in. of. you know what i mean like the main reality to ME that i've developed the pairings would be well zuko sokka and then i can't decide if i prefer mai ty lee and azula having something weird going on where ty lee and azula have been dating for years and mai orbits them orrr suki and/or azula meeting through ty lee being in the kyoshi warriors (and then the classic mai lee) which i think would be a really fun dynamic to be honest i wonder why i haven't seen it much. anyway. yue and jet are also nebulously alive just cuz idc. i like yue katara i think that's cute even if it's still funny to steal ur brothers ex but i justify it by well as much as they were cute they truly went on like one ? date and just liked each other it just so happened to end very dramatically. it would be the same if sokka dated idk... jet ... anyway. though her and aang are still cute. mostly not like i am centring pairings and Shipping and such it's just easier to have things established just thinking things in my mind U_U i also am pondering an au to do with zuko and yue where they're friends and i'll leave it at that bc i think it's a fun idea i haven't seen around. rubs my hands together.

[toytulini]

idk. picky eater rights. im coming to your events and turning my picky bitch nose up at your fancy ass desserts you spent a bajillion hours working over in the kitchen and asking if i can find like a basic ass brownie with no extra flairs or ingredients or steps or whatever the fuck. cry about it. stop trying to feed me

[lavender-femme]

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