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I have reached the part of playing Wrath of the Righteous where I get really bad at taking breaks. Act 5 gives you all these urgent rescue missions to do at once and I know it's a game so they don't trigger the stuff happening until you show up but logically you are being asked to prioritise who to leave captive for longest and that is stressful. But I've been to the Falls, rescued Galfrey, restored the herald, and finished Gundrun, plus saw Ember finally convince like everyone everyone. Greybor's meeting went well. I just found the old mine. It's all going reasonably well 🤞
There are some buffs the Angel spells give you that are making attempts to hit us just maximum futile. Which is fun yet does not give me the feeling of having got good at the game.
Decided to romance Ulbrig to the end on this play through and it turns out some important personal stuff is hidden in the last romance meeting after you have to choose. Like it's a real payoff of his whole everything so far. But that is a bit weird because the romance in the romance is kind of minimal? Honestly these people need therapy more than they need a date. The story doesn't seem to know these are different things. But it is nice seeing Ulbrig work through his issues and find hope beyond grief.
... Lann had decided he was romancing me and no nope that is... not what he was doing. not in an evil way but no. am not dating.
Whatever was going on in Galfrey's mind based on meeting for entire numbers of minutes is just... odd.
But Ulbrig is just nice, if he's your type at all at all, so I like how that went so far.
In real world news I went for my nice walk for this week and shall be getting a hair cut next week. Winning. One hour of support to go outside a week is not much but every little helps.
Gardens are nice when you see them once a week. Like stop motion for seasonal flowers.
And I gave away an annoying book to a charity shop so hopefully it can find its reader.
Pretty okay.
There are some buffs the Angel spells give you that are making attempts to hit us just maximum futile. Which is fun yet does not give me the feeling of having got good at the game.
Decided to romance Ulbrig to the end on this play through and it turns out some important personal stuff is hidden in the last romance meeting after you have to choose. Like it's a real payoff of his whole everything so far. But that is a bit weird because the romance in the romance is kind of minimal? Honestly these people need therapy more than they need a date. The story doesn't seem to know these are different things. But it is nice seeing Ulbrig work through his issues and find hope beyond grief.
... Lann had decided he was romancing me and no nope that is... not what he was doing. not in an evil way but no. am not dating.
Whatever was going on in Galfrey's mind based on meeting for entire numbers of minutes is just... odd.
But Ulbrig is just nice, if he's your type at all at all, so I like how that went so far.
In real world news I went for my nice walk for this week and shall be getting a hair cut next week. Winning. One hour of support to go outside a week is not much but every little helps.
Gardens are nice when you see them once a week. Like stop motion for seasonal flowers.
And I gave away an annoying book to a charity shop so hopefully it can find its reader.
Pretty okay.
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I swear that it feels like time's speeding by the last few days, to the point where I haven't been able to get anything done. It's because I've been having to nap in the afternoons to make up for my lack of sleep at night, so it's not like I don't know why I feel like I have no spare time, but still.
D&D starts in about ten minutes, so that's going to take up the right of my night. Tomorrow, I have to finish up my Yuletide letter and sign-up whether my brain likes it or not. It's taking forever because I'm requesting multiple new fandoms this year, so I'm having to write those sections of the letter from scratch, but I'm running out of time so I've gotta get it finished.
Then I desperately need to finish my fic for the Dragon Age Reverse Bang by Saturday at the latest. It's due on Sunday, and both my artist and I are scrambling to finish up. The fic's one of those ones that decided to keep growing and growing on me, as isn't uncommon with that fandom, which hasn't exactly helped.
Come on, brain. Cooperate for just a few days. Please?
D&D starts in about ten minutes, so that's going to take up the right of my night. Tomorrow, I have to finish up my Yuletide letter and sign-up whether my brain likes it or not. It's taking forever because I'm requesting multiple new fandoms this year, so I'm having to write those sections of the letter from scratch, but I'm running out of time so I've gotta get it finished.
Then I desperately need to finish my fic for the Dragon Age Reverse Bang by Saturday at the latest. It's due on Sunday, and both my artist and I are scrambling to finish up. The fic's one of those ones that decided to keep growing and growing on me, as isn't uncommon with that fandom, which hasn't exactly helped.
Come on, brain. Cooperate for just a few days. Please?
⌈ Secret Post #6865 ⌋
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Yesterday was another gorgeous afternoon - Tuesdays seem to be hiking days the last few weeks.
( Talapus and Olallie )
( Talapus and Olallie )
( books (De Nicola et al, Ben-Ghiat, Michelson, Thomson) )
healthcrap
The eye is gradually getting better but is still semi-borked. ( cut for mention of weight loss & nausea ) Also, I have some pain in the ass neighbors across the street who stay on their front porch day and night, talking nonstop en español, which is just on the edge of what I can't, at speed, distance, and through walls, understand. Though my brain keeps trying. Annnnd it all interfered badly with my sleep Sunday night. (I had to dig up my earplugs and I was literally *sweating* with aggravation.) OTOH, they have sort of respected quiet hours since late Monday. Trouble is, since the weekend, I'm not sleeping til after 4am now, even with it quiet. Even with going to bed at 9 and trying to read myself to sleep like usual. It's awful. I've already got a sleep disorder. I don't need this on top of it. /extended whine
yarning
Finished the calico cat stitch scarf, made a second one, sold it, andstarted finished a shorter one (~68-72 inches) in black (instead of taupe), cream, and orange. ( more yarning )
#resist
Nothing national scheduled yet. Mobilize has lots of small local things on their calendar, though.
I hope all of y'all are doing well! <333
healthcrap
The eye is gradually getting better but is still semi-borked. ( cut for mention of weight loss & nausea ) Also, I have some pain in the ass neighbors across the street who stay on their front porch day and night, talking nonstop en español, which is just on the edge of what I can't, at speed, distance, and through walls, understand. Though my brain keeps trying. Annnnd it all interfered badly with my sleep Sunday night. (I had to dig up my earplugs and I was literally *sweating* with aggravation.) OTOH, they have sort of respected quiet hours since late Monday. Trouble is, since the weekend, I'm not sleeping til after 4am now, even with it quiet. Even with going to bed at 9 and trying to read myself to sleep like usual. It's awful. I've already got a sleep disorder. I don't need this on top of it. /extended whine
yarning
Finished the calico cat stitch scarf, made a second one, sold it, and
#resist
Nothing national scheduled yet. Mobilize has lots of small local things on their calendar, though.
I hope all of y'all are doing well! <333
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Fandom: Stargate Atlantis
Characters/Pairings: John Sheppard/Rodney McKay, Radek Zelenka, Elizabeth Weir, Ronon Dex, Teyla Emmagan, Carson Beckett, Evan Lorne, Aiden Ford, Bates, Laura Cadman, Jack O'Neill, Harry Maybourne, Jeannie Miller, Original Non-Human Characters, Imaginary Creatures from Story and Song, Atlantis.
Rating: Mature
Length: 30,758
Content Notes: no AO3 warnings apply. The author warns for kidnapping and children in peril. "They aren't injured, and they are rescued. One of their kidnappers is kidnapped in the process and then returned to her friends." There's also a warning for passages with creepy clowns - see the endnote.
Creator Links: esteefee on AO3
Themes: Uncommon settings, Worldbuilding, AU: apocalypse/dystopia, AU: fantasy/magic, Friends to lovers, First time, Humor, Action/adventure
Summary: Major John Sheppard was starving, delirious, chased by monsters to the edge of the world, when he raised the City from the sea.
Ten years later, Dr. Rodney McKay comes to the peaceful City, bringing war in his back pocket.
Reccer's Notes:
This fits the "unusual settings" category as the world depicted in this fic is extremely strange, surreal, and quirky. I've reccd it before but in a different category, and it's a story that's well worth re-reading. Despite the tags for fantasy and dystopia, it isn't traditional fantasy/magic at all, and it mostly isn't a straightforward dystopia. Yes, it's post-apocalyptic and the rest of the world's very dystopic, but Atlantis herself is a solarpunk refuge in the chaos. The story is set after the detonation of a quantum unreality bomb which plunged Earth into fantastical chaos where very few laws apply consistently - certainly not those of physics, or normality. Weird monsters, fantasy creatures, and dangerous improbabilities now abound, although much reduced in Atlantis. The worldbuilding's terrific, and woven into this new world is a story where John and Rodney meet and become friends, and more. There's also plenty of plot, including a daring rescue. It's an excellent read, and highly recommended!
Fanwork Links: When the City Wakes
Characters/Pairings: John Sheppard/Rodney McKay, Radek Zelenka, Elizabeth Weir, Ronon Dex, Teyla Emmagan, Carson Beckett, Evan Lorne, Aiden Ford, Bates, Laura Cadman, Jack O'Neill, Harry Maybourne, Jeannie Miller, Original Non-Human Characters, Imaginary Creatures from Story and Song, Atlantis.
Rating: Mature
Length: 30,758
Content Notes: no AO3 warnings apply. The author warns for kidnapping and children in peril. "They aren't injured, and they are rescued. One of their kidnappers is kidnapped in the process and then returned to her friends." There's also a warning for passages with creepy clowns - see the endnote.
Creator Links: esteefee on AO3
Themes: Uncommon settings, Worldbuilding, AU: apocalypse/dystopia, AU: fantasy/magic, Friends to lovers, First time, Humor, Action/adventure
Summary: Major John Sheppard was starving, delirious, chased by monsters to the edge of the world, when he raised the City from the sea.
Ten years later, Dr. Rodney McKay comes to the peaceful City, bringing war in his back pocket.
Reccer's Notes:
This fits the "unusual settings" category as the world depicted in this fic is extremely strange, surreal, and quirky. I've reccd it before but in a different category, and it's a story that's well worth re-reading. Despite the tags for fantasy and dystopia, it isn't traditional fantasy/magic at all, and it mostly isn't a straightforward dystopia. Yes, it's post-apocalyptic and the rest of the world's very dystopic, but Atlantis herself is a solarpunk refuge in the chaos. The story is set after the detonation of a quantum unreality bomb which plunged Earth into fantastical chaos where very few laws apply consistently - certainly not those of physics, or normality. Weird monsters, fantasy creatures, and dangerous improbabilities now abound, although much reduced in Atlantis. The worldbuilding's terrific, and woven into this new world is a story where John and Rodney meet and become friends, and more. There's also plenty of plot, including a daring rescue. It's an excellent read, and highly recommended!
Fanwork Links: When the City Wakes
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fennectik posting in anime_manga Oct. 21st, 2025 11:52 pm)Dani Chambers who voices Becky Blackbell (One of my favorite characters in the series,) is taking time off voice acting for voice therapy as stated on a post she made on X:
"This isn't permanent but when my voice comes back I can pop back in," Chambers said. "I'm currently in voice therapy to work on getting back to my normal range. But for now, Becky (and other baby voices) will be voice matched."
The announcement came hours before Season 3 of Spy X Family premiered on Crunchyroll.
Meanwhile, Chambers will still be providing her vocal talents to other characters in the show. Alongside voicing Becky Blackbell in Spy x Family, Chambers has also been in the English dubs of Solo Leveling, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, and several video games, including Pokemon Masters and Genshin Impact. - gamesradar
You can read more about it here:
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"This isn't permanent but when my voice comes back I can pop back in," Chambers said. "I'm currently in voice therapy to work on getting back to my normal range. But for now, Becky (and other baby voices) will be voice matched."
The announcement came hours before Season 3 of Spy X Family premiered on Crunchyroll.
Meanwhile, Chambers will still be providing her vocal talents to other characters in the show. Alongside voicing Becky Blackbell in Spy x Family, Chambers has also been in the English dubs of Solo Leveling, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, and several video games, including Pokemon Masters and Genshin Impact. - gamesradar
You can read more about it here:
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⌈ Secret Post #6864 ⌋
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I was going absolutely insane, trying to figure out which of my 50-odd tabs was playing holiday music. Nothing showed up on the tab list. Finally I hit command-option-escape, to list what was open, and discovered that the very nice holiday advent calendar a friend sent me had decided to serenade me. I shut it down; sanity restored.
(tcampbell1000 posting in scans_daily Oct. 20th, 2025 09:47 pm)
tcampbell1000 posting in scans_daily Oct. 20th, 2025 09:47 pm)
Ronald Reagan's first appearance in comics doesn't foreshadow his political career at all. It shows him only as an actor--with plans to keep acting until he's old enough to play parts with his glasses on.
( He could've played Clint Eastwood's dad. )
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