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someone: you can tell a lot about someone from their favorite fictional characters!

me, nervously shoving all of my sarcastic trashbag characters with daddy issues and poor decision-making skills out of sight: um

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Laziness: I’d rather sit here than pick up those clothes

Executive Dysfunction: I need to pick up those clothes I need to pick up those clothes why am I still watching this thing on Netflix while sitting down c’mon stand up I need to pick up those clothes I need to pick up those clothes I need to-

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ATOMIC BLONDE X BKDK

(villain!deku x spy!kacchan)

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The world is ending & we have been here before. // Shizaya rp playlist

I.Bishop Briggs - Tempt my trouble // II. Fall Out Boy - Heaven’s Gate //  III. Florence + The Machine - Big God // IV. Mystery Skulls - Hellbent // V. Panic! At The Disco - Nicotine (Live from Death of the Bachelor tour) // VI. Bishop Briggs - River // VII. Mystery Skulls - Forever // VIII. Florence + The Machine - Hunger // IX. Fall Out Boy - Church

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// upon mutual discovery we touch all night to discover simple truths of belonging// Shizaya rp playlist II.

I. Alec Benjamin - If I Killed Someone For You // II.  EDEN - Wake Up // III.  Amber Run - I Found ft. London Contemporary Voices // IV.  Kaleo - Bang Bang // V.  Hozier – Angel Of Small Death & The Codeine Scene // VI.  Sam Tinnesz - Play With Fire (feat. Yacht Money) // VII. Bryce Fox - Horns // VIII.  Bishop Briggs - Dark side // IX.  Hozier - Work Song

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was anyone gonna tell me that peni parker was originally created by gerard way, or was i supposed to just find out for myself? because. what the fuck

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I wonder if, in superhero universes, the villains ever get contacted by those “Make a Wish Foundation” and similar people.

I mean, the heroes do, of course they do, kids who want to meet Spiderman or Superman or get to be carried by the Flash as he runs through Central City for just thirty seconds.

But surely there are also the kids, who - because they are kids and sometimes kids are just weird - decide that what they really, really want is to meet a supervillain. Because he’s scary or she’s awesome or that freeze ray is just really, really cool, you know?

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i just discovered this wilkinson sword ad, and it is basically #myaesthetic 😘

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some iconic dialogue that sounds like its from the great canon of literature but are actually from memes

I will face God and walk backwards into Hell

“I’ll do whatever you want” “then perish”

I have been through hell and come out singing

feel free to add more!

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me falling completely head over heels for yet another over the top confident jokester-flirt-rogue character when i KNOW their confidence, humor, and blasé attitude is a blatant facade and coping mechanism for deep-seated trauma:

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An AU where Levi is a mangaka who published A Choice With No Regrets. Eren’s a big fan of his works and never fails to send the man fan mails. Both irritated and intrigued at the same time, Levi decides to answer Eren’s mails. Later on they started communicating with each other more frequently via mail–enjoying each other’s company.

One day Eren got admitted to a hospital, he asked his sister to send Levi a mail in his place. Levi gave Eren the shock of his life by giving him a hospital visit. Day by day Levi would visit Eren and day by day the boy’s condition worsened. And then it was revealed later on that Eren had a terminal illness. When Eren died(happily), Levi released a new work called Attack on Titan and named the protagonist after his biggest fan, Eren Jaeger.

Of course the manga was a huge success and soon had its own show. Levi then visits Eren’s grave and tells him about Attack on Titan–that the protagonist was named after him. That it was a success. How he was a bit envious of the ‘Levi’ in the show because in fan works spread online, he had Eren by his side. Something that couldn’t happen in real life anymore. Once their conversation ends, Levi salutes in front of his grave. 

Offer up your hearts

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Prompt 125

A is an aspiring writer and writes about people around them. One day one of their subjects (B) finds out and either… -is really pissed and demands that A delete all the writing -Acts really pissed but is secretly flattered -Demands to read the writing, it’s about them after all -Is cool with it as long as they get to see who else A is writing about and because of B, A starts to ship people.

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Unfinished AU

Character A is a writer that’s been keeping a journal of all their writing ideas. One day, Character A misplaces their journal and immediately freaks out that they’ll never get it back. A few days later, Character A’s journal shows back up on their doorstep – it was a good idea to write their phone number and address in their journal – along with several sticky notes with comments such as “great idea, expand more on this”, “am I supposed to hate this character?”, and “loving your work. Call my publishing office and we’ll talk” along with Character B’s number.

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comic book artist/writer au….. aka im gay

note: bkg doesnt connect that the pen name of the artist hes working with is the name he gave his childhood friend because they lost touch somewhere around middle school. also, he doesnt realize the character hes writing for is based on him any sooner because he wasnt following the All Might reboot since he just.. assumed it would be bad lmao hes edgy like that

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Prompt 62

A is an artist, and creates pieces inspired by whatever stroke of inspiration comes across their path. It’s random and totally subconscious.

Lately, a lot of pieces remind them of B, for some (unknown) reason.

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How People Watching Improves Your Writing

Sensory detail. 

When I was fourteen or fifteen, I liked to draw. I’d look up internet tutorials on how to draw the human figure, and nearly all of them suggested going outside and sketching anyone who goes by. Not only was this relaxing, but I noticed my art style become more realistic over time. I think we can apply similar concepts as writers to improve sensory description. 

How to practice: Try writing down specific details about the people you see. How is their walking gait? What does their voice sound like? What quirks about them stand out as you observe them? Write down descriptions using all of the senses (except maybe taste) and, over time, you’ll notice your words become more lively.

Observation.

You don’t have to be Sherlock Holmes to benefit from observation skills. Writing stories is all about noticing connections and seeing the extraordinary in ordinary life. People watching can boost your ability to notice little details and recognize them as important, and it can help you sense patterns more easily.

How to practice: In this case, remember once again that you are not Sherlock Holmes. Don’t assume that you know a person’s life story based on what socks they’re wearing (and definitely don’t try making such assumptions with friends or family). 

Try to take in people who pass by and the small, unique details about them. Notice how they’re interacting with other people and the world around them. Think about why that might be and write down any thoughts or connections that interest you.

Freewriting. 

Writing first drafts can paralyze anyone. We all know that getting the words out is the first, most important step, but that can feel like torture sometimes. If you’re a hesitant writer, freewriting can help you feel less self-conscious when writing and jot down thoughts or impressions as they come. Other exercises can help you with editing later on, but you can’t get there unless you freewrite.

How to practice: Write down anything that strikes you without worrying whether it’s important or you’ll use it later. I like to focus on one person per minute and during that time, write anything that I find interesting. Once the sixty seconds are up, I move onto another person and continue that cycle as long as I want to keep going. With time, you’ll get faster and may notice that words come more easily.

Creativity. 

In the book Stargirl, one of my favorite parts is when Stargirl and Leo go to the park and play a game where they make up stories about the strangers they pass. As they connect together little observations, they create vivid backstories that may not necessarily be true, but that’s not the point. What matters is stretching their minds.

How to practice: Play this game for yourself. Pick a person at random and, piecing together little details you notice about them, give them a backstory. What are they doing, and where are they going (both right now and in the long-term)? Why are they hurrying so quickly to wherever they’re going or walking almost aimlessly along? Don’t worry about getting it “right” so much as creating an interesting story for this person.

Empathy. 

Developing empathy as a writer is so important, though not often talked about. If you can put yourself in the shoes of another person and consider what complexities, challenges, and little joys life holds for them, you will create emotionally powerful pieces. People watching helps train your eye to notice those around you more and remember that yours is not the only voice in the world.

How to practice: Remember the definition of the word “sonder:” the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own. Look for those complexities. Notice relationships. Notice facial expressions and emotions. Don’t just look at them but see them, and write down what strikes you about them.