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opalspring · 9 months

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Fuuta not being the one to give the final blow to Killcheroy theory

This is a pretty well-known theory in the fandom, but I wanted to make a post with all the evidence I could think of that could hint at Fuuta not being the one to doxx Killcheroy at the end of Bring It On. We’ll mostly discuss content from the music videos for that.

Hint from Undercover

Unlike other prisoners’ victims implied to have commited suicide, namely Hinako and Mahiru’s boyfriend, Es has both of their boots on during Fuuta’s murder scene in Undercover.

This is strange, because it was basically confirmed both by Fuuta and in Backdraft (with the suffocating/burning to death metaphor) that Killcheroy ended her life.

In my opinion, Es still has their boots on in the Fuuta frame simply because Fuuta wasn’t directly responsible for Killcheroy’s death (though he is undeniably linked to it).

There is more substantial evidence for this in both Bring It On and Backdraft. There are also the parts in Fuuta’s voice dramas that have him declare he didn’t kill anyone, but let’s just look at the mvs, where the prisoners can’t lie.

Hints from Bring It On

Through the rpg sequences in Fuuta’s first mv, there’s always a map in the bottom-left of the screen where we see Fuuta’s icon in blue that shows where he’s facing, the enemy icons in red, as well as the green icons, Fuuta’s allies.

The first battle, with eleven green dots, the enemy and Fuuta’s icon facing it.

The second battle, with six green dots, the enemy, and Fuuta facing it up close.

After that is when things start to get weird. Unlike the first two battles (at the game arcade and the university), we don’t know where this one takes place.

Also, for some reason Fuuta is in his everyday clothes inside of the dark triad rpg interface, with Neuschwanstein castle in the back. I talked about my interpretation of this part in another theory, but what we want to look at here is the map on the bottom-left.

At first glance, there’s nothing out of the ordinary with Fuuta’s icon and six green dots being present. However, even if it’s hard to see with the distortion of the screen in the mv, something very interesting happens during this part.

(let's zoom in for convenience)

Yeah, the left-most green dot split into two at some point and left the group.

This is probably a representation of one of Fuuta’s allies betraying him and leaving. Or in the context of Twitter, making another account to impersonate Fuuta.

@ otums on Twitter pointed out the writing styles of each Dark Triad member in Bring It On, and how Fuuta’s didn’t match the last messages Storm Pazuzu sends to Killcheroy.

I completely agree with these points, and in my opinion we can also link the different icon colors Storm Pazuzu has throughout the mv.

For the entirety of it save for the very end, the account has a blue icon.

(Taking the professor case as an example as we’re 100% sure Fuuta was the one to write this tweet, as he witnessed the scene live and took a photo.)

And here’s the red icon. In my opinion this could be a hint of the impersonation going on.

Also note the phone’s model we see here. At first it looks like Fuuta’s phone in the beginning of the mv but some parts are different.

Both phones’ shapes are different: the one at the end is thinner and longer. The camera’s position also differs, on Fuuta’s phone at the beginning it’s in the top-left part, whereas on the phone at the end it’s in the middle of the phone and on top.

Another thing is how Fuuta uses dark mode Twitter unlike on the phone at the end.

So that’s probably another sign that Fuuta was set up by someone at the mv’s end.

One last thing about the rpg scenes, we can see on the map in the last one that Fuuta’s icon is facing away from the enemy, unlike the two previous battles. This could be another hint that Fuuta was left in the dark for most of it, even if he did participate in some way (as seen with the photo he takes in Undercover, and the line “I won’t forgive you just because you’re a kid” in the distorted voice lines).

So, a question arises from all this. Just who betrayed Fuuta and made the fake account? There are some clues in both mvs to guide us.

Out of all the characters in the Dark Triad, there’s one that Fuuta seems particularly close to. It’s pretty well-known in the fandom but after each battle, Fuuta always looks in the direction of the soldier type party member:

Turning in his direction at the end too.

So despite seemingly being a background character, the spear guy apparently has some sort of connection to Fuuta.

@ otums on Twitter also pointed out that we can actually link him to one of the characters at the arcade:

Thanks to the color-coding, we can identify the green guy as Rumerie (the account with the tweet on top). There are multiple accounts with a green icon, but we’ll see in the Backdraft section that there’s more content about him specifically.

In my opinion, it’s extremely likely Rumerie was the one to impersonate Fuuta and doxx Killcheroy.

The first hint is the difference in writing style between Fuuta’s tweets and the ones we see at the end of the mv.

Here’s a tweet we’re 100% sure Fuuta wrote:

“Please spread this around. A sexual harassment scene involving one of the university’s teachers. He probably didn’t see someone was watching lmao

Thanks in advance for reporting him”

Here’s a tweet Rumerie wrote:

“What a pig, that’s so damn gross lmaooo”

And here are two of the callout tweets at the end of the mv:

“Should we crush her? ^ ^ Just because you’re in middle school it doesn’t mean you can just do whatever you want lmaoooo

Don’t go easy on her because she’s cute y’all”

“I managed to dig up some of her details. Thanks to her previous publications I could find out which school she goes to. It’s hilarious she lives so close by lmao”

From these, the last tweet fits Rumerie’s style more than Fuuta’s, mostly because Rumerie’s laugh tends to be a lot more expressive than Fuuta’s more simple “w” (though the red account does use it at one point in the second tweet). The use of emoticons doesn’t fit Fuuta’s rather negative/sarcastic tweets either.

While we have the tweets under our eyes, it’s interesting to note Storm Pazuzu’s blue icon account has the @ pazuzu_soccer_0419 while we can’t see past @ pazuzu_soccer_ for the red icon account.

Some people have searched for it on Twitter and behold:

So the red icon account is a totally different account from @ pazuzu_soccer_0419 indeed. Technically, this isn’t a part of milgram itself, but the fact the account was created in 2016 makes it seem pretty clear it was made by the creators, anticipating people would look up the accounts.

Also note the number of followers the account has, it looks more like a burner account made for callout posts than the main account Fuuta would supposedly use, where we know he follows at least a few people, not just one.

Hints from Backdraft

While Backdraft mostly focuses on Fuuta’s mental state in Milgram, it also gives us additional hints regarding his crime.

In the last part we discussed Rumerie’s potential importance in Fuuta’s case. And, luckily for us, in Backdraft he actually gets referenced by name in one of the graffitis.

@ otums on Twitter made a nice breakdown of the graffiti but I’d rather not post their image without permission so here’s a tentative reconstruction:

and Pazuzu, Fuuta’s account name, is mixed in too:

This information seems to cement Rumerie as an important character in Fuuta’s story. In the previous section, we talked about the possibility of Rumerie being the one to doxx Killcheroy while impersonating Fuuta, and Backdraft gives some hints relating to it.

The first interesting part for this is when we see a second Fuuta appear on screen at this point of the song:

In the following shot we get this interesting line overlapping with the second Fuuta:

The English line works too but in the Japanese version the literal translation is more like “You can clearly see it’s not my fault, right?”

This gives some Muu vibes, which makes sense since the two of them work as each other’s parallel, but in the context of the Rumerie/impersonation theory, the line gets a new context.

Another thing to note is the way the second Fuuta sprays the paint. In the first two “encounters”, or here the graffiti viewing, Fuuta sprays paint like this:

For Killcheroy’s turn, however, the paint looks like this:

While Fuuta’s style is sharp, vertical and condensed, in the third pic the paint is horizontal and it looks evaporated since it was sprayed slowly (compare the animations between him and the “first” Fuuta too).

From this, it feels like the staff is trying to bring something to our attention regarding how the three encounters occurred… and potential unusual things happening in them.

There are more hints to the impersonation theory in Backdraft, this time regarding Fuuta’s party/followers.

Here, they appear as additional people spraying the graffitis following Fuuta’s lead. Let’s look at the instances where they show up:

In the first pic, after the second battle, there are five spray cans on the floor, so five people, making six in total with Fuuta.

The second pic seems to follow suit with five people following Fuuta’s lead in slashing Killcheroy’s graffiti.

But then, after Killcheroy appears on screen and Fuuta’s followers start attacking her directly, we get these two shots:

Multiple things to note here. First, why did the storyboarders decide to split these two shots in two? If the intent was to show Fuuta’s followers attacking the victim at the same time, why is the person spraying blue paint left out of the first pic almost completely?

In the following pic, we see both Fuuta and the victim, which isn’t too strange, but why is the blue person shown there as well? And why do they have a watch when all the other characters don’t have distinct features?

To answer the first question, we have to remember composition is a very important part in visual storytelling. So I’m convinced there’s special meaning in splitting the two above images into distinct shots in the mv. The staff probably wanted to show us the blue spray person was important both with the composition, as well as them wearing a watch.

Another important detail is shown with the number of hands on screen during this scene. Remember how we established before that, including Fuuta, there were six main “attackers” during the Twitter altercations? Then why is it that in the final Killcheroy scene, there are six hands spraying paint… but Fuuta isn’t participating and staring at them from the background?

As for the watch part, there’s actually a character in Fuuta’s story that’s shown to wear one, the guy theorized to be Rumerie (wanted to add a pic but already reached the limit per post... oops). The reason why one of Fuuta’s allies could have chosen to turn against him is a mystery but it’s interesting to think about.

When adding up all these details, I feel like it’s reasonable to consider Rumerie being the one to doxx Killcheroy as a viable theory. That’s pretty much all I wanted to point out, hope you found this interesting.

#found out about the 30 image per post limit with this lol #let's hope Fuuta's T3 gives more insight on his case in general #milgram #milgram theory #long post #VERY long post #fuuta kajiyama

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hlficlibrary · 4 months

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If you could only read 5 fics for the rest of your life wich ones?

Hard I know hahah

Hi, anon! So I gave this some thought and I think what I have to go with are the five fics I reread on a fairly regular basis. I am just not someone who generally rereads many fics. There are fics that I love that I've only read once. But there's something about these five that bring me back to them again and again, whether that's comfort or a pang of emotion or the ability to sweep me away.

Moon Dances Over by LadyLondonderry / @londonfoginacup

Louis knows that his tail is, frankly, stunning. His iridescent blue scales shimmer in even the slightest sunlight, and his fins have grown since he presented, delicate and almost transparent in their webbing.

He also knows that that means he’ll be one of the first to pick tonight, as the most beautiful omegas are blessed to pick their mates first. It’s considered a huge honour, since the guppies they’ll eventually birth will certainly be beautiful as well, bringing favour on the whole clan.

Louis has a stubborn streak, though. He’s always been rather a fan of mating for love, and there’s someone he’s had his eye on for a long time now.

a body wishes to be held & held by @turnyourankle

Harry wants to return the favour after Louis helps him out with his heat.

the sanctity of patience by @scrunchyharry

When young Lord Harry was chosen by King Louis of Bavaria to become his husband and prince consort, Harry thought all of his dreams had come through. His illusions came crashing down when he understood it meant living in isolation in the alpine castle of Neuschwanstein with a husband who turned out to be far from what he had hoped for.

His illusions vanished, Harry will have learn to appreciate what has and even, perhaps, fall in love with his imperfect husband and his castle.

That’s What I’m Here For by @taggiecb

Louis Tomlinson is a dairy farmer on a tiny farm in eastern Canada. His wife of nearly thirty years has left him and his children are all grown up and out of the house. Louis needs help running his business but has no idea where to even start looking. Luckily for him his children know just the man for the job.

where the lights are beautiful by twoshipsdrifting / @polkadotlou

Harry wasn’t wrong about that, not in a general sense. Lots of omegas did seek out rich alphas and betas, hoping or planning to go into heat at the right time. Plenty of omegas saw this as their duty, especially if their families weren’t well off. Worse, Louis couldn’t honestly say he’d never thought about it. If that had been his life, his goal, Louis would feel pretty good about himself now. As it is…Louis feels like shit.

Or the accidental bonding a/b/o fic.

#ask #anon #ficrec #minificrec #ladylondonderry #taggiecb #scrunchyharry #twoshipsdrifting #turnyourankle

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night-heron-writes · 1 year

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The World of Spy x Family: Newston Castle

We all know that Spy x Family is set in pseudo Cold War Germany. Tatsuya Endo makes that very clear—the capital city of Ostania is Berlint, just one letter off from the actual capital of Germany. And the names of the divided countries also pay homage to that: Westalis and Ostania come from the German words for “west” and “east”, respectively.

But it doesn’t stop there. Take the castle from Episode 5 (Chapter 6 of the Manga), for example. Endo could have left it unnamed, or just made up a name, but he decided to call it Newston Castle. That name is very decidedly reminiscent of Neuschwanstein Castle, and is in fact almost a direct translation.

Furthermore, the location of the castle is listed as a little ways outside Münk. Now, Münk is very similar to München, or what non-German speakers would know as Munich. Münk would also fit with the in-universe trend of altering place names just a little bit, like Hugaria being the in-universe equivalent of Hungary. Neuschwanstein Castle is similarly located a little ways southwest of Munich. Starting to sound familiar? Lets look at the pictures.

Newston Castle:

Neuschwanstein Castle:

Clearly, the animation team took a few creative liberties (like moving the lake right up to the castle), but the influence is pretty damn clear. It’s the little details like this that make me appreciate the series even more.

The only snag in this theory is that during the cold war, Munich and Neuschwanstein Castle were in West Germany, which leaves us with two possibilities: 1) that in Spy x Famliy, the two nations are divided much more equally than in actual history, and 2) that they all went to Westalis for the castle sequence, and risked being caught at the border just to celebrate Anya’s acceptance into Eden.

Personally, I think the first theory is more likely, given that Endo has already taken a number of creative liberties, and that we’ve not head anything about Berlint being divided into East and West, like what happened to real-world Berlin during the Cold War. And Anya gives the Forger Family address as 128 Park Avenue, West Berlint. Unless, she means the western part of East Berlint, but I think that’s not as likely. However, we don’t yet have a full map of both countries, so both theories are still viable.

Let’s compare the map we do have with an actual map of East and West Germany.

Spy x Family Map:

Real-world Map:

So far, the maps look pretty similar, but all we have is the northernmost bit of the Spy x Family map. Who knows what the rest of it looks like? The border could continue straight down the middle, in which case Münk and Newston Castle would be firmly in Ostanian territory. Do you see Munich down in the far-right corner of the real-world map? No wonder the Forgers needed a plane to get there from Belin(t)!

#spy x family #spy x family meta #newston castle #lea over-analyzes fictional stuff again #world of spy x family #this parallel has been bothering me for almost a *week*#my thought process was like 'newston castle' -> 'neuschwanstein castle literally translates to swan stone castle' -> 'oh endo did it again'#this series is about ten times deeper if you look at the linguistics #tatsuya endo really put a lot of thought into the worldbuilding #and i intend to unpack it

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gyroncraft · 11 months

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🏰Build Process & Guide💁‍♂️

I'm making this in-depth post about my process, @lordoftablecloths asked how i planned the build and ill make this a separate post for all interested, this might be pretty long so it'll be under the cut, i'll add pictures where i can to help explain :3 will contain mostly explanations why i did what i did with a few technical tips mixed in.

I • Introduction & Inspiration

I'm going to try and structure this like a guide from the bottom up on how i made my castle build. let it be known that the order I've presented here isn't the exact order i built it in, and you don't have to follow exactly either, I'm choosing an order that i hope makes the most sense. whether you're planning a castle in creative or survival i hope this is useful. as for what inspired the look of the castle, its hard to pin down anything exactly, i love the look of places like Neuschwanstein Castle and Mont-Saint-Michel to give some basic examples, i recommend looking around Wikipedia (and the rest of the internet) for examples of existing churches castles fortresses etc around the world to draw from, sometimes you can even find floor plans and architectural drawings etc on google images

I HIGHLY recommend you build with XYZ coordinates enabled! even in survival it can help with your builds, it can be enabled in the settings on world creation or by using the command:

/gamerule showcoordinates true

II • Picking a Build Location

I started a new world with normal settings creative mode and cheats (i also use world-edit but won't be going over that in this post as i barely understand it myself lol) basically just fly around your world until you see some interesting looking geography, a certain biome, anything that brings you some inspiration

this castle mount i found is isolated by itself in a small valley between two large ridges and a river, thus i thought a castle would be the perfect thing to build here, there's plenty of room for a town as well

III • Terraforming & Laying Foundations

when starting a foundation on a hill/slope i try and find a good flat area to start clearing, you can shave off a few layers to get a level starting area, what to then do to get a terraced look is simply stand on your top level, sneak to the edge, and while keeping your Y level look straight down and fill outwards as far as you can reach, this will make 4 block high walls; exact heights are always up to you, treat every number like a suggestion and build what YOU think looks good! the number of tiers is also your choice, multiple is nice if you want multilevel walkways implemented into any steep area you want to be more accessible.

and dont forget to extend your build material all the way into the ground!

IV • Central Core & Courtyard

I think the very first thing i put on the mountain was the circle which would eventually be the main tower, acting as a main core for the building containing the main starway and a throne room at the top. I'd suggest having multiple intersecting shapes for your base, as you can build each of those shapes up in and out in separate ways the higher you go, which is pretty much the philosophy i had for this build, just remember to account for multiple stairways if you separate those shapes higher up.

i figured there should be some sort of tiered system of courtyards and walls since the hill has a natural gentle(ish) slope on the west. if you have the space for it i recommend filling in some green spaces for your castle residents, don't be afraid to have a steep cutoff like in the above image, you can put a castle wall or structure there later. for me, i wanted it to feel like a hike up to the castle through a winding path of gates, stairs, courtyards, and green areas

The hall with the rainbow windows was the first enclosed room i built, essentially a chunk of the floorplan reserved for a kind of reception space/grand entrance, once you've got a basic foundation down a small building like this can help you get a grasp of what kind of style/materials the rest of the castle will have. this is where i decided the castle would consist of stone brick foundations, smooth stone walls, a band of bricks on each floor; this can be super helpful while building inside and outside, i also like how it looks.

V • Main Building Facade

since i didn't want this entire build to be a blob of stone bricks i decided to add a decorative facade on the outside of the main keep, the idea is to have more blackstone near the top, to emphasize that the upper parts contain more important... stuff :P

these are built more or less outside of the main stone walls (except for some window protrusions) this means the interior rooms won't have to have one weird wall of blackstone, as i wanted the inside of the castle to have relatively plain smooth stone rooms

VI • "Defensive" Walls & Extra Foundations

castles need some sort of protection against people wandering in, right? the placement of these outer walls was kinda random, i just tried to enclose some courtyard spaces without going out too far to keep the walls a reasonable height

the way most of the outer walls were built was i started with a one block wide guide, making sure i didnt cut off any diagonals so that when built up there would be a small but navigable corridor within them (see below) this way people/guards etc. can move about the lower areas of the castle complex without being seen. I tried to keep most of the walls like this 3 blocks wide with a step out to 5 blocks at the top to account for a 3x path with walls/battlements on both sides

i also added towers at junctions to sort of act like small hubs (useful for stairways, ladders, guard barracks, defensive supplies and buildings etc.

VII • Other Structures

a castle build can be more than just a keep and some walls, some supporting structures are:

the windmill(s), if the people here are growing grain they must have somewhere to mill it, right? of course all you need to actually do that is a crafting table, stuff like this also won't move (unless you use a mod like technic, but bedrock users are SOL for mods like that afaik) but i like to add elements of realism into my builds, suspend your disbelief!

the "library", originally this was going to be a sparring arena, then a temple, then a library, but as of now there's a much better stocked library in the central keep, i'm trying to think of what to turn this into,

the alchemist's tower, a detached tower containing a brewing lab along with a nether portal and some ingredient storage. only accessible via a small bridge, if i ever expand the dungeons or construct a sewer system i'll consider connecting it through a new stairway in here 🤫

VIII • Farms & Irrigation

this is the first field of crops i built for the castle (intended to be private and for the castle only), very simple with some covered water troughs for irrigation, i didn't plan the stepped farms until much later so this will probably get changed without completely redoing it, maybe turned into a greenhouse with farmed flowers

the newer farms cover much more area and have more variety, as well as a more organic looking irrigation system, these might be extended even further at some point to be a food source for the whole area.

there are small channels of waterlogged stair blocks i've kinda snaked through the farmland to make quarter block wide water channels, my idea is that this castle sits on a (possibly mystical) spring which feeds the fresh water needs of the castle complex and town (aqueducts may appear in the future)

IX • Outer Wall Details

since having nothing but flat walls isnt very interesting, i'll show some ways to give them more... visual texture? interest? either way.

you can really just stick a layer of arches or even simple columns over a flat wall and itll look 10x better

i recommend stair and wall blocks mainly for this, if you're building in wood you can use trap doors to add just a little more to an arch

X • Floor Appearance & Hierarchy

one of the most important things to decide when i start a build is what floor height i want to have, i try to keep each floor in the castle the same height for consistency. below i have an example of six floors with different block heights

I always try to have each floor made of distinct layers (the stone brick band helps me remember where the floor block is supposed to be) the way i like to do it is as follows (top to bottom):

[1 Block] floor, solid block, this is the floor of the next level

[1-3 Blocks] ceiling, i like to use stairs and slabs so you dont see the bottom of the next floor up, but you can decide if you want that to show or not, using single lines of slabs can look like wood beams

[2-5 Blocks] walls and windows, the main section of the wall, solid

[1 Block] guide layer made of a different material, or just use the same throughout, this should be where your legs are

[1 Block] floor, solid block, you'll walk upon this

about the hierarchy, thats just relating to the fact that i didnt want (too many) glass windows in the dungeon sections of the castle, i wanted it to feel cold, grimy, and drafty ya know? so the lowest levels have a few iron barred windows as well as a bunch of slit windows made using stair blocks, there are also more and more windows the higher up you go. There are some windows that extend out each floor as well

XI • Interior Details

The lowest parts of the castle consist of stonebrick halls, storage rooms, connections to the outer wall corridors, and possibly forgotten paths to the depths... as stated earlier i try to have a floor material, and a wall+ceiling material

above: undercroft level, steel bar windows, stone brick, dingy

below: mid-level central keep (facing south) the windows here are glass, but still small, wood floors throughout, upper floors get the benefit of more natural light

pictured above is the central spiral staircase, it does take up quite a bit of the floorspace, but the wide and easy slope makes it easier to navigate so i think its worth it

the most fantastical details are currently in the ballroom, library, and throne room but im running out of picture slots so onto the next category

XII • Spires & Roofing

all of the roofing (aside from some detailing on the entrance hall) is mangrove wood, and i recommend choosing one roofing material to have throughout, though you'll see here that i'm using red nether brick walls, why? Well fence blocks don't connect to wall blocks, and iron rods won't connect to fence blocks (if this is bedrock only or something let me know..) i find it really useful to add these alternating stacks of those blocks to make quite sharp looking points along the ridges of the roof. i recommend trying out whatever different color palettes you can with the blocks we have in-game

the heights of the stacks also go up the higher (and thus farther away) you go, meaning the highest ridges will have 3 of each block stacked, like 3,3,3 and 2,2,2 instead of the 1,1,1 seen in the foreground above

XIII • :3

thank u for coming to my ted talk! i might update this post to add some clarity if i need to, hope you enjoyed it if you made it this far. I had fun writing it up, might do more posts like this in the future.

#mineblr #minecraft screenshots #minecraft #minecraft build #minecraft wip #minecraft tutorial #minecraft tumblr #castleburgh

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fred-erick-frankenstein · 1 year

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Hello,

First of all i am sorry if it may be diffcult so tw for the holocaust.

My late grandmother passed away four years ago

My late grandmother was a proud Jew holocuast survivor. One of the things that were natural to her was the speaking of multipal languages, including German which was her mother's tonge.

What would you recommend A. Going to Germany for the first time and B. The best way to learn German? I already know Hebrew, Russian and Yiddish, i jut want to honor her memory in the best way possible.

Thank you

Hi anon, sorry for the late answer, I was thinking about what best to recommend.

To answer your first question, I'd say it depends on what you want to see in Germany. Like, do you want to visit memorials and similar places for the Holocaust? Then Berlin is probably your best place to start/visit. There you find the biggest (?) memorial in Germany - here's the link to their website (in English) with the different memorials, exhibitions, news etc. Although that's obviously not the only memorial ("Mahnmal") for the victims of the Holocaust. You'll also find so-called "Stolpersteine" in many places in cities of Germany and several other european countries. Here's a website (in English) with more informations about them. Again, those are not the only memorials, if that's what you want to visit in Germany. Here's an article about several more places - it's in German tho but I'm sure if you put the link into Google translator it should be fine.

If you just want to visit sights or "famous" places in Germany, here are some other recommendations:

If you like castles and historic places, then Schloss Neuschwanstein in Bavaria might be something for you ("Schloss" is castle). That or Schloss Sanssouci and its gardens in Potsdam near Berlin.

If you like to go hiking then the "Sächsische Schweiz" in Saxony or the "Elbsandsteingebirge" or the "Alpen" in the southern part of Bavaria close to the Austrian border might be something for you. The "Sächsische Schweiz"/"Elbsandsteingebirge" ("Gebirge" is mountains) has smaler mountains than Bavaria but they are liked by free climbers (?), while the "Alpen" (alps) are higher/better for longer hiking tours.

If you prefer big cities and shopping, Munich in Bavaria and Berlin are probably more for you. It's been a while since I've been to Munich but I read that the "Marienplatz" is a good starting point, as it's in the "Altstadt" (the historical part of a city - if you like historic places look out for the "Altstädte" of the cities that you visit - they often have buildings that have been there since Medieval Times), and it's also apparently the starting point of the part of the city for pedestrians/for shopping. If you like second-hand stuff there are a lot of small second-hand shops in Berlin and there's also a four-stories building, the "Humana Secondhand-Kaufhaus Friedrichshain" ("Kaufhaus" is department store). Here's a little more info about it (in German). If you prefer smaller cities with a pretty "Altstadt" Dresden or Görlitz in Saxony might be something for you. In Dresden you also find a cool interactive science museum, the "Deutsches Hygiene-Museum Dresden".

If you like amusement parks and such then the "Euro-Park Rust" near Rust or "Belantis" near Leipzig, Saxony, might be something for you. Or the "Leipziger Zoo" if you like zoos.

If you prefer coasts or seaport cities then the cities Hamburg, Bremen or Lübeck might be something for you. All three also have pretty "Altstädte" with many historical buildings and places. In Bremen the "Schnoor" ("Schnur" is Thread) or the "Schnoorviertel" ("Viertel" is quarter) is pretty famous. It's a quarter in Bremen with very narrow streets and high buildings, owing to building restrictions and few space. Here's a little more information (in English) about it. Or, if you like museums about the sea the "Ozeaneum" in Stralsund might be something you'll enjoy - and while you're in Stralsund you might like to visit Rügen, the biggest island of Germany, which is very close by. On the other side of Northern Germany you can find the "Wattenmeer" (Wadden Sea), which is famous for its ecosystem, including many birds and seals. Tho some parts are only visitable with guides to save the environment (and the visitors as the sea/tides can be fast and dangerous). Another interesting museum about climate in different parts of the world is the "Klimahaus Bremerhaven" ("Klima" is climate, "Haus" is house). It's an interactive museum where each room simulates a different climate/region.

Here's a link to an article with more recommendations (it's in German but again, I'm sure if you put the link into Google translate it should be find).

Which brings me to the second part of your question. I'm currently learning one completely new language and one I've learned in school in the Duolingo-App, which I like because it's free (or at least there's a free version which, in my opinion, is as good as the pay version). Depending on your starting-language the quality of the course can differ - I found that the English course for French speakers includes more vernacular (?) French than what I learned in the French course for German speakers. There are also some German blogs on here that you might like to follow to practice German (not all their posts are in German, just some). For example @official-german-medienlandschaft @official-kinderkanal @langernameohnebedeutung @useless-germanyfacts @deutsche-bahn @official-german-gaming @official-german-schulsystem @official-nordrheinwestfalen @officialgreifswald.

@salvadorbonaparte also made a wonderful (!) post with language learning resources - it's their pinned post.

Hope this helps - have a nice day :)

If you have more questions feel free to ask 😊

#asks #thanks for the ask!#links

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maguro13-2 · 3 months

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Darkness Reborn ~ Origins of the Ink Demon Pt.22 ~

"2004 A.D...A year after the incident"

[Aboard the Rail Canyon Train]

Seto : I'd never imagined that the Mad Scientist had a transport to his military base, he must've have lots of money and savings. What currency from Sonic's world. What currency of Sonic's world is that, rings?

Eve : Don't sweat it! We know this train has a lot of transporters to reach the destination that we are heading to. But it's good thing that I can see a good view on looking the scenery on this train.

Seto : I know where this train is going. But it's cool that Master Grim allowed us to be boarded on anyway. Because he's resting there to wait for his arrival, his destination is his palace, the Hang Castle.

Eve : So! What destination of Neuschwanstein are we heading to, Captain obvious?

Seto : Well, according to our destination, this map show us that we are heading to a densely populated area or might be heading towards. Our mission is to secure the train and get it to the Terminal safely, this is our first job of protecting Transportation, you know about your locomotives, don't ya?

Disc-Chan (via communicator) : (moans) I think I'm gonna be sick on the train or the rides at an amusement park. I hope I'm able to go choo-choo on these wheels, if this would be a western movie or a mystery action move, I probably do a murder mystery on a midnight train, this is why I always seen this on any occasions. This transport should be a good to go. We're on route, everything's a go.

Eve : Say no more about that. That's our mission what Mobian Death God Grim said, it's our job to keep out on the train and to make sure that we get there safely. This stuff's loaded everything, I feel like that there's some kind of travel distance to the Terminal. So it's about ten mintues to...

*beeping*

Seto : Disc-Chan. What seems to be the problem? Feeling a little train sick on not riding the train?

Disc-Chan : Hang on! I'm picking up something from somewhere that is heading up to the train. I don't it could be Egg Albatross or the Egg Hawk on a blimp. But something tells me that the Egg Albatross isn't here, but what kind of machine that is currently heading towards the train?

Eve : A machine that is heading towards the train? I believe it has to be one of Eggman's machinery. Robots perhaps.

Seto : On top of it, I just realized something that isn't the Egg Hawk or the Egg Albatross!

*SA2 SFX : ALARM/Intruder Alert*

Voice : WARNING. WARNING. UNKNOWN BIPEDAL ROBOT AT HIGH SPEED. ALL PASSENGERS ON THIS TRAIN. PLEASE REPEL ENEMY INTRUDERS, STAY SEATED FOR CAUTION AND...HANG ON FOR YOUR LIFE!

Mysterious Robot : [with 16's voice] Rocket Punch!

*DBZ SFX : EXPLOSION*

Seto & Eve : WOAAAAAHHHH!!!

[Super Power Robot Yokozuna Jr. - Akira Yamaoka]

Eve : Hey! What's the shakedown? Who rocket punched the train!?

Seto : Nesuchwanstein, behind you!

Eve : Huh? That's definitely not the Egg Albatross. (they turn and see a robot running towards the train) That's the robot from Hard Corps.

"YOKOZONA JR : BROTHER OF THE POWERED NINJA ROBOT"

Seto : Sh**! This thing's trying to take out the train! This is the last and 412th time that Konami always jack up their sh**! So we better take of action!

Eve : Right!

(the battle begins with the robot using a Rocket Punch)

Seto : Eve! Dodge the attack and then attack it's shoulders from side to side! It's time that we take care of Konami business once and for all!

Eve : Okie-dokie! (the two avoids the rocket punch by jumping over)

Seto : It's "roger" by the way! (the robots begins slam on the train as two jumps safely twice) Damn! It's body slamming the vehicle! Time for this train-wrestling hunk of junk to give a beatdown of the century! (Attacks the robot's shoulder)

Eve : Bitchin! This should be more interesting to battle with!

Seto : Pretty fiesty that no one could survive this one and this is on them! Get ready! (destroys the shoulder)

Eve : Bitchin'!

Seto : It's going for the other side, now we gotta attack the other shoulder!

Eve : OK!

Seto : Hopefully, this is what Konami asking for what does it have to do with Square Enix! That's totally not my business of third-party welcomes.

Eve : Can't those card-playing maggots do anything right for their selves!? It's bad enought that they lost interest on Zone of the Enders for ol' Kojima! But I am heavily believe that we are getting this in the bag! I hope it's got something with us battling some robot butts! Cause we're on a taskful job of taking down on the enemy intrusion!

Seto : And no set backs, this is what I should make this a comeback attack! So why don't you wrestle somewhere else and be a man for goodness sake! (destroys the robot's other shoulder) Hahaha! Now you won't body slam the vehicle! I finally taken out the shoulders now I wonder how it's going to attack us something.

Eve : Let's find out and see! I think...I think it's going to stop the train...with wrestling!

Seto : W-What!? (the robot stops the train and then picks it up) Neuschwanstein! Look out! This man-made machine ain't done yet! It's going to fire the lock-on missiles! I'll use a technique to disable the missile launch units!

Eve : Okay! But make sure he doesn't fry us to death! Hope were using our sights, cause there's a target marker on the missile launcher units. Seto, take out that robot's units with one of your power techinques!

Seto : Got it! (uses a thunder technique to disable the robot's missile launcher units) Bullseye! I stopped the missile launchers! Now what's it going to do!

Eve : It's not over yet, there's one more go! He has some tricks in it's sleeves, but this one doesn't have any sleeves. He has a pair of back up arms by going into phase 2 & 3!

Seto : Phase 2 & 3? (the robot goes into it's second phase by replacing it's arms with newer ones) What the-!? It switched arms! It's going aboard on top of the train! Watch out, it's about to throw circular saw blades called Buzzsaws and it's going to cut us in half! We better dodge those things before we get sliced in half or our probably legs!

Eve : Got it! (the robot starts throws buzzsaws as the girls dodges them by jumping over it) These Konami bosses are out of control!

Seto : It's time that I'm gonna have to put up with Konami's shenanigans! This is why I am such a sucker for to playing cards by a bunch of nerds! If they need a code, then will give us the code, we got thirty lives in our lives, and this cat has zero lives!

Eve : Now what's it's doing! (the robot start's turning to into a jet-like form to fly all over) It turned itself into a Transformer?

Seto : And I hope that Konami doesn't get that Hasbro like other toys to play! Duck and cover, it's going ran us over! (the girls evades the robot that is flying all over before it lands back on the train in it's normal form) Now's my chance destroy the jetpack! No wings for you, Yokozuna! (Destroys the robot's jetpack)

Yokozuna Jr. : SYSTEM ERROR!

Seto : Alright! the robot's units has been destroyed! Lights out for you, Big Bucket of Bolts! (the robots gets destroyed in half by a tunnel entrance, leaving it's legs behind) *gun clicks* And now you're all washed up, down on your feet!!

*Shadow/Robot Chicken Sfx : Gunshot*

*DBZ SFX : EXPLOSION*

Eve : Phew! Glad that he's out of the park!

Seto : Now I understand why they told me not to play with Contra ever again! Well, probably the Playstation 2 game as well.

Eve : That's what we get from the ideals of Konami anyway.

[Triumphant Return (Shin Contra ver.) - Sota Fujimori]

"MISSION COMPLETE."

Seto : Only someone or somehow is using Konami's stuff to destroy us or the people. Nobody is getting away with this! I won't let Dracula's Servant Death be Shinigami of Real World AU, not on my watch! Neuschwanstein. Let's head to the terminal, we're almost there!

"Excellent battle, Seto the Deathless."

"You have shown your purpose on taking on test."

"Watch carefully as I, the Time Eater, shall re-arranged history and make the world right for all things come to be."

"Even so, I won't let that mustache man interfering with my plans of reuniting Homura Akemi. In the mean time, you will see Real World will make it's history changed forever and I will be waiting for you, to have the ultimate battlefield."

"This is the Time Eater, disugising thyself as Homura Akemi..."

"Time Eater out as in Time out!"

~ 102th Scene : Terror on Transportation ~

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Week 9: Final days in Europe

Dobrý den! Hallo! Bonjour! I have officially left Prague, and I miss it so much already. My family came to pick me up as an excuse to travel around Europe. We stayed a day in Prague and I showed my family around my favorite spots: I took them to the Jewish quarter, Charles bridge, the castle, St Vitus cathedral, tower, royal gardens, and the museum of communism. We also went to my favorite eating places, as well as another place I had been dying to try but never went called pasta fresca (it was really good!).

The next day, we headed to Munich! When we got there we went to a hofbrauhaus, which is like a house of beer. There we were able to try typical German food, and see all the waiters and waitresses in typical Bavarian outfits. We had a lot of fun and then walked around the old town (Marienplatz) getting to know Munich a bit. The following day we went on a day trip to Schwangau, where we saw the Neuschwanstein Castle (the one that inspired the sleeping beauty!). It was very pretty and to get to and from the castle you needed to take a bus. The last bus was at 6:45, and we missed it since our tour ended around 6:30, so we had to walk back down the whole mountain. We had a lot of fun and really enjoyed seeing the German countryside on the drive there.

We were then on our way to Switzerland, where we were staying in a cute little town called Montreux, which is located right next to Lake Geneva. I also loved looking at all the beautiful landscapes in Switzerland! In Switzerland we went to a mountain on a train (the views were incredible) and had a mini hike up to a lookout which was so gorgeous. We also toured the Cailler chocolate factory, as well as went to a town called Gruyere, where we also toured a cheese factory. We had a lot of fun and ate really good food!

I have really loved studying abroad and recommend it to anyone who is thinking about it. I was able to make new friends from all over, and was able to immerse myself into a completely different culture from what I am used to, and adapt to it. I have enjoyed this experience very much and I really wish that it wasn't over :( The hardest part of adjusting to the Czech culture was realizing that not everyone smiles, and attempting to understand the language as much as possible, since it is very different from Spanish or English (languages I speak). For the language barrier, I used the translate app, since any time I went to the grocery store I would use it in order to make sure I was buying the correct item. I am very excited to go back to U-M and share some of the things that I learned while I was abroad, as well as talk to people who are considering going abroad to tell them how great of an experience it is!

Thank you (or Děkuji!) for following along during my time abroad! I will miss making these blogs!

Na shledanou!

Mariana Pardo

Biomedical Engineering

Engineering in Prague

#UmichEnginAbroad #IPEPrague #MarianaPardo #IPESummer23 #CzechRepublic

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bleedingheartbird · 1 year

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woah, it's been a while since I last had this dream...

dreamt I quit the media design studies and went into economy instead. got a dorm room all to myself, bathroom and mini kitchen included. did pretty well and befriended a metalhead down the hall. we were soulmates and would meet up regularly to listen to his legendary album collection. even went to a couple concerts and had the greatest time. was honestly ready to platonically spend the rest of my life with him.

he was beautiful and so sweet and nice and had great taste in music. but then one day he died under mysterious circumstances, his parents swooped in and sold off all his belongings, not even checking in with his friends if they'd like to have any of his things to remember him by.

went to a junky antiques/secondhand dealer who I heard had bought up the entire album collection. was too nervous to ask for it because the seller looked so mean and grumpy. then I started crying out of nowhere. just thinking about my dead friend and how we'd never get to hang out and listen to music together ever again. because he was gone. he was dead and gone. as was his collection.

the seller eventually took pity on me, I told him my sad tale, he said the collection he got from my friend's parents probably sold like crazy within a day or two, but he'd have a look for me. when we got to the box, it was almost empty as we both had feared. just a few singles I didn't much care about, none of the beloved albums left. I broke down in tears once again, crying my heart out while the seller tentatively gathered me into his arms, holding me through it.

I think I even woke up crying from this dream...

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on a lighter note: there was another part of the dream (before the death of my metal soulmate part obviously) where I walked around a very well kept town (almost like these nice little holidays for your health type towns in the mountains or by the sea, you know the ones) at night, running through the lush grass of parks and over the smooth cobblestones of the roads, belting out Florence and the Machine songs at the top of my lungs (I remember Dog Days Are Over in particular, starting at "Run fast for your mother, run fast for your father," [...] "leave all your love and your longing behind, you can't carry it with you if you want to survive") which felt so great and liberating.

also dreamt I was on a boat on a big wide river, looking at the glimmering lights of the city along the shoreline. there were some buildings that looked so majestic, I felt they just had to be some type of fairytale style castle entrance to an amusement park (like legoland or something but more castle neuschwanstein themed)

also a short interlude of me living in a mash up of my hometown and a bigger city, and applying for a retail job at a popular clothing store. the ladies I interviewed with were real nice and I was actually looking forward to starting my work there (but then the dream shifted of course, as my dreams tend to do)

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anyway, still rattled from the loss of my dreamt up metal soulmate who I haven't dreamt about in literal years. he's not real but I have the primal need to get him into my arms, hold him tight, and never ever ever ever let him go... tell him I love him dearly (platonically ofc) and that I'd always look out for him, take care of him, till my last breath. because I love him and our friendship and soulmate bond so so so much

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prestigedriver · 1 year

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Experience the Best in Brussels Airport Transfers - Get Ready for a Smooth Ride!

Airport transfers are a must-have when you’re visiting the airport. Whether you’re planning a solo trip or with friends, you’ll want to explore Brussels and its surrounding area before your flight. So, what better way to do that than by having a walk-through of everything from departure windows to check-in? That’s why we created this detailed guide on the best Brussels airport transfer. From check-in desks to baggage claim, we’ve got it all covered. Get ready for the most authentic airport experience possible with this list of the best ones in Brussels.

Schipol Airport – Brussels To Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport

If your plan is to check in at Schiphol in Brussels and then onto Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, this is the best option. The Schiphol Airport hotel (focused on Amsterdam Airport guests) is incredibly clean and well-maintained. If you get a chance to check out the beautiful gardens, you’ll be in love with them too. If you’re looking for a more private visit, you can also choose to jet set to the nearby Bruges-Helmondoouvertopark (for a more private view of the city). This option is perfect for solo travelers or groups.

Leopold Isthmian Conservation Park – Amsterdam To Schiphol Airport

This is the best option for travelers with large parties. The Conservatorium, a Dutch state-protected zoo and gardens, is the perfect setting for a self-guided tour of the city. There are plenty of activities to choose from, from exploring the natural setting to taking a look at the exhibits. If you’re looking for a more creative choice, there’s a separate tour for the creative side.

Schloss Neuschwanstein –consultation about the trip length

This is the ultimate option for groups. The Swiss chalets at Schloss Neuschwanstein are a favorite of Europe’s royalty and are a great option for groups that include a large group. If you’re looking for a more personal experience, you can take in the views from the 47th floor or take a tour of the garden. There are plenty of options, from the quaint Schloss to the opulence of the gardens. The Schloss is also a great option for solo travelers.

Eindhoven International Airport – Amsterdam To Schipol Airport

If you’re looking for a fun break from the sights and sounds of Amsterdam, you should definitely head to Eindhoven International Airport. This hub serves as the gateway to the Netherlands, and as such, it’s a great place to start your journey. You can easily walk around the airport and take in the sights and sounds before taking off for Amsterdam. If you’re looking for a more formal experience, you can also choose to catch a flight from Eindhoven to Amsterdam.

Bruges-Helmondoutan Park -consultation about the trip length

This is the ideal option for those who want to take in the sights and sounds of Bruges without being too obvious about it. The city is beautiful in all seasons so you can indulge in some of the city’s best outdoor activities including water sports and cycling. If you’re looking for a more formal option, you can also choose to start the tour at the Bruges-Helmondouvertopark and take in the views before taking off for Amsterdam.

Overberg Station -consultation about the trip length

This is the ultimate option for long-distance travelers. The Overberg vineyard in Bruges-Helmondoutan is one of the most famed vineyards in the world and is ideal for a vineyard tour. The Overberg is not only a perfect setting to view the city, but it’s also the perfect frame for your tour. The Overberg vineyard is pretty much the ideal destination for any type of tour.

The Hague International Airport -consultation about the trip length

This is the ultimate option for long-distance travelers. The Netherlands has a long and rich history related to business and technology and the Hague Airport is a perfect place to start. The Hague Airport is incredibly clean and well-maintained, which is very different from many international airports. If you don’t mind a bit of a drive and want to experience life in a different way, the Hague is for you.

Conclusion

Airport transfers are a must-have when you’re visiting the airport. Whether you’re planning a solo trip or with friends, you’ll want to explore Brussels and its surrounding area before your flight. So, what better time to do that than by having a walk-through of everything from departure windows to check-in? Get ready for the most authentic airport experience possible with this list of the best Brussels airport transfer. Get ready for the best experience possible on your Brussels Airlines flight from Schiphol to Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport. From check-in desks to baggage claim, we’ve got everything you need to know. So, what’s your favorite airport transfer in Brussels? Let us know in the comments!

#Brussels airport transfer

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i got a snowglobe and a little bear jeychain, both from neuschwanstein! the most exciting thing i did was probably the alpine slide that went up AN ENTIRE MOUNTAIN. the weather was pretty foggy, but that was okay because it wasn't very cold and the fog looked so cool on the top of neuschwanstein and staring up at the mountains!

AN ENTIRE MOUNTAIN????? OMG??????????

HOLY SHIT MAN THAT SOUNDS LIKE SO MUCH FUN NGHRNGHRNGHFNGHFHFBFHFH

and that must've been so picturesque with the for and the mountain and the sun just peeking out of it.....

hope you enjoyed your vacation, sammo! sounded like lots of fun omg :000

#espi.ritu #weggy board #thanks for the ask sammo!#welcome back!!!

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msbarrows · 2 years

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Think I’m pretty much finished with the Aerie; finally built across the back of that top area, for one. Need to take some time at some point to do a final pass to check for wrong-variation walls and add a little more decor to it (though not much, I really like its abandoned look), and maybe do a full photoset showing off the final overview and some favourite details.

Finished the expedition yesterday, yay! So I have all the build/cosmetic rewards from that.

Meanwhile on the main save, I’ve been having fun with things like repairing mostly-invisible frigates (which a reload doesn’t always fix but warping to another system usually does - but if it’s a layout I’ve already fixed a half dozen times and recognize well enough to path through without seeing all of it, why bother). Though I learned the hard way not to try pathing through one I don’t recognize; yup, managed to fall off a frigate and have an entertaining few seconds falling towards my freighter before I hit reload. Thankfully I’d done a manual save shortly before porting out to the frigate (the one that showed me that reloads don’t always fix semi-invisible ships, in fact), so very little game time was lost.

Tripped over a space gate anomaly and I am kicking myself because I decided I wanted to be able to port back to the system I was in and finish the quest I was on (I’d just relocated its target from elsewhere in the galaxy) so I decided to hit the space station first. I could swear I’ve encountered anomalies before and had them remain on the solar system map as a place I could return to, but either I’m misremembering, or it just doesn’t do that for space gates. Doubly irritating since I’d just been thinking shortly beforehand that it’d be nice to find a space gate again, instead of going black hole diving to move to a different section of the galaxy. I’ll know better next time at least :(

Since the Aerie is 99% done, and I’m still looking for a spot for the City of Atlantis, I started considering what other ambitious build I might want to give a try on this save. Found myself thinking about castles on snowy mountain peaks, like Neuschwanstein Castle. Then considered that the one milestone I hadn’t maxed out again yet was survival on extreme planets. And I had multiple portpoints in a system that included several wrecks marked on a mountainous extreme cold planet... so yeah, I’m officially crazy, and have begun playing around with building a castle on a saddle between peaks in the middle of nowhere (okay so there is a spot nearby I could set up a silver mine at, but that’s just random chance).

There’s a cave opening on one side of the bit of land, so I’ve walled it closed and it served as my storm shelter while I got the first few bits of stuff built (stairs down to it visible in that final photo). Built a gatehouse to start, then a landing area for my starship, then started on building a small castle (more of a keep, really) around a courtyard. Currently have the teleport ring in the courtyard, which given the severity of storms here is definitely Bad Design - they’re frequent blinding whiteouts, complete with numerous extreme wind events. Guess how many times I’ve already been sucked out of incomplete structures.

The answer is three - the first time I had just started on walling off the area under the landing pad, so did what I often do during storms and just ducked underneath to continue building from below. Usually as soon as I’m under a roof I stop having storm effects. Not so much in this case... apparently once you’ve seen the “extreme wind conditions” message it’s already too late, your only hope is to get into a fully enclosed area (or your starship or other vehicle). You’ll still get tugged around the room a little, but at least you won’t be in danger of being sucked out by the winds. Which, yes, I was dragged out from under the landing pad. And later dragged out an archway of the gatehouse (which taught me to get up the second floor in there if I got the message). And again later out of the roof of the great hall, which was missing one roof piece and its end gables - apparently I backed up too close to that end of the hall while putting up gables at the fully roofed over end, so the game decided I wasn’t under cover any more and hit me with the message. Finished placing the gable, ran for the doorway into the fully enclosed room next to the hall, didn’t make it before the wind got me.

And of course I’m unhappy with the look of a lot of what I’ve built so far, so will probably be tearing the majority of it down and starting over, because right now it’s too small medieval keep and not enough looming fairy tale castle. Might even strip it out entirely and relocate, since while this spot has great views, it’s a bit short on having a big enough flattish area.

Also, I adore how much easier building is now that I’ve gotten the hang of selecting the specific building tile variations I want instead of leaving it to the game to assign.

#No Man's Sky #Yet more building of bases #Eissentam Galaxy

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Hey beca! How are you? Do you have any recommendations fic like hl already in relationships, mpreg harry, they struggle to have a baby? Or arranged married? That have 100k words above? Thanks

Hi anon, thanks for the message! I'm doing fine, I hope you are too. :)

The only one I have mpreg!Harry that they struggle to have a baby is this one:

I Hope You Dance by @wickedarcher_08 (83k) | Explicit

Louis and Harry have been struggling with infertility for over a year. After many failed attempts, they decide to seek a specialist, but they end up with more than they ever dreamed.

For mpreg!Harry that is +100k words, I have:

Say Something by @kingsofeverything (105k) | Explicit

At fifty years old and recently divorced, Omega Harry Styles isn’t interested in dating. When his doctor suggests a heat and rut matching service, he signs up out of necessity. It’s the only use he has for an Alpha in his life.

Twenty-eight-year-old Alpha Louis Tomlinson aims to change that.

I also have a tag for Mpreg fics in case you wanna check if there's any other to your liking.

For arranged married, I've read these:

Through Eerie Chaos by @mediawhorefics (102k) | General Audiences

For as long as anyone can remember, Old Hillsbridge Manor has always been believed to be haunted. Everyone in the village agrees and keeps a respectful, fearful, distance. New in town after a bad breakup and an internship that led to disappointment rather than a permanent job, Harry Styles figures taking pictures of the decrepit building could be a great new creative project. Or at least a much-needed distraction while he searches for a job and crashes at his parents’ new house. No one warned him about the apparitions though; about the music, the laughter, the people who flicker and vanish when you call after them, the echoes of a past that should be long gone… Harry has never believed in spirits but even he can admit that there’s something weird going on. What starts as mere curiosity evolves into a full-blown investigation and soon enough, Harry finds himself making friends with an aristocrat from the 1920s and struggling with finding the best way to tell him that he’s dead.

The Ghost Hunter AU where Niall lives to prove ghosts are real, Zayn is a skeptical librarian and Harry gets caught up in a century-old mystery and catches feeling in the process.

Part 1 of Through Eerie Chaos

tastes like summer, smiles like may by @outropeace (47k) | Explicit

“Is this true?” Harry grabbed the beta by the shoulders. “Bryce, where did you hear that?”

“There’s rumors going around the castle,” he smirked. “stories about his beauty and his cold attitude. They know he is an omega only because of his scent, but he has never had a heat.”

“Do you know what this means?”

Bryce smirk grew into a big smile. “He can’t give you an heir.”

A cold prince, an alpha with nothing left to lose and a kingdom with a secret.

Praise the Mutilated World by @creamcoffeelou, @delsicle (106k) | Explicit

It was August when everything changed.

By October, the leaves changed, and so did Louis’ heart.

OR: An enemies to lovers dystopian au where Harry is an elite alpha and Louis is a rebel omega with too much to fight for. Every move made is monitored, and a fertile omega’s purpose in life is one thing: to give children to their alpha.

a dream is a wish your heart makes by orphan_account (22k) |Teen And Up Audiences

Fairytale retelling of Cinderella, where Harry is a servant boy who’s too kind, Louis is a prince in an arranged marriage, Liam is Harry’s step brother, and Niall is Louis’ dutiful grand duke.

Si Pudiera Volar by @softfonds (68k) | Explicit

When Harry’s fiancé leaves him for his cousin, he looks the other way for the sake of his happiness. He’ll do anything to forget about him, including joining a monastery. It isn’t until his cousin’s former lover, a pirate, appears that he realizes everything is not as it appears, and an honest pirate might be the only person worthy of his heart.

Or, a fic loosely based on Corazon Salvaje.

The Murmur of Yearning by @mediawhorefics (93k) | Mature

Four years ago, Harry Styles was forced into a marriage of convenience to enrich and ally both his and his promised’s families. The sudden, and slightly suspicious, death of the Marquess of Haxshire, however, brings great disturbance to Crescentfield Hall and, as his late’s husband’s closest male relative, Harry unexpectedly finds himself the head of a family he never felt he belonged to. Between a meddling distant cousin hellbent on inserting himself in Harry’s life, his wicked and mistrustful mother-in-law and his late husband’s advisors refusing to help or take him seriously, Harry struggles in the fight to keep what he’s earned and make the Estate finally feel like home.

Luckily, he doesn’t stand completely alone and finds himself an unlikely ally in Mr Tomlinson, the elusive Land Stewart who has been taking care of the property in the shadows for years. Louis Tomlinson is caring, patient, and unlike everyone else, he doesn’t seem to think Harry committed a murder.

the sanctity of patience by @scrunchyharry (22k) | Teen And Up Audiences

His illusions vanished, Harry will have learn to appreciate what has and even, perhaps, fall in love with his imperfect husband and his castle.

Winter Pines and Ocean Eyes by @binarysunsets (14k) | Teen And Up Audiences

Harry is awoken by the sudden weight of his dog across his chest, and he yawns and stretches his arms above his head, relishing the crack of his back the gesture produces and sending Fen tumbling down onto the bed. There’s a niggling sensation that he has something important to do that day, but in his still-sleepy state he’s struggling to recall what it is. When it hits him, he freezes mid-rub of his eyes, and his hand slowly falls to the furs strewn across the bed. His fingers tangle into the fur and he bites his lip.

Right. It’s that day.

The day he’s meant to travel south.

Or, the arranged marriage au between young viking Harry, son of his clan’s chief, and a certain caesar by the name of Louis, heir to the empire.

Liberté by @larriebane(64k) | Mature

AU. 1647. “Pretending you don’t have a heart is not the best way to not get it broken. It’s just the easiest.”

Or the pirate AU I always wanted to write

Teenage Rebellion Never Worked Out So Well by @panda_bear21 (55k) | Not Rated

“I’m an adult!” He glanced down at Harry, who seemed anything but at the moment, where he was definitely on the brink of a temper tantrum. “We’re both adults!” Jay glanced to Anne again, before breathing out a heavy sigh. “Yes, but you’re both adults that do not have jobs and who live off of our money… Which means, you have to do what we say… or you’ll have to find a new place to live.” “You wouldn’t do that.” Louis dared, hoping his glare was enough to guilt trip his mother into calling the whole thing off. Or to tell them that it had all just been a huge joke and they weren’t actually being forced into marrying a complete stranger. “Oh, but we would.”

Or the super cliché arranged marriage fic where things escalate way too quickly.

infinitely all for me by @swallowsmateforlife (10k)| Explicit

The Alpha Louis’ been betrothed to since he was 14 has finally come of age and Louis’ been delivered to his home.

or: the one where they figure it all out

keep me safe, keep me sane, keep me honest by @hilourry (8k) | Explicit

Louis is the Prince of England. All past omega princes and princesses have been married and pregnant at age 18, so his parents arrange him to be married to Harry Styles, the royal family’s PR guy.

Sail Across Me by @iwillpaintasongforlou (21k) | Explicit

Harry is a prince that is about to be forced into marriage against his will and running away to sea seems like a much better option. Louis is the captain of the infamous pirate ship The Rogue and he has a thing for helping defenseless creatures. Especially when they're as pretty as this one.

London is well worth a mass by @dolphinaaaa (93k) | Not Rated

Louis is an Omega prince of France. When he is 13, he is betrothed to Harry of England for politics. The wedding will seal the alliance between the two coutries. This is their story.

Please feel free to check my fic tags if you want to search for other fics! Happy reading, anon!

#anon #answered #fic rec #mpreg fics #mpreg!harry #arranged marriage

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manwhacrossoverfamilybecauseyes · 2 years

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I love the fic on how abel mets charlize! Now im curious on how Shuli mets Reynold🤔

This weird attraction

This might come as a shock to you but Reynold has never really interacted with a woman outside of his family.

I know.

Shocking.

Sure, he was popular with girls. Obviously. But none of them are interesting to him. And he doesn't have that high of standards. He just wants the girl he chooses to be pretty and smart. And she should get along with his siblings.

This isn't to high right?

" Brother Reynold? "

Reynold looks at his younger sister, that stands next to him.

" Yes Lili? "

" Are you thinking of something weird again? "

" Wha- What kind of picture to you have of your older brother! "

" An accurate one. "

Reynold turns his head and looks straight at his other sister. Penelope stares right at him. Oh, and everyone that says that he's intimidated is wrong.

He would never.

" Sister! "

Lili runs over to her older sister and hugs her.

" Hello Lili. "

" Are you busy right now? If not would you like to play with me? "

" Yes! Bye, brother Reynold! "

Reynold waves after his two sisters as they leave.

This place was pretty. Sure, he knew that before too, but still sitting here makes it more evident to him.

He had missed this place. Living in the capital was nice, he's not complaining, but this was home. It was here that his father had thought him how to hunt and he first got introduced to a sword. And while there are more people in the capital, the countryside just felt right.

He lets his gaze glance over the view. Until his eyes catch something. A person.

It was a woman, and wow, Reynold has never seen someone this pretty (well maybe his mother or/and sister).

He can't take his eyes off her. It's like gravity wants him to look at her.

" Wow... "

A voice in his head, that sounds awfully lot like Penelope, calls him embarrassing. He can't blame that voice. He is embarrassing, staring at a stranger like that. Taking his eyes off of her feels so unbelievable.

His heart stops for a second when their eyes meet, and with his heart, the world stops too.

The woman smiles and god Reynold might die with how beautiful she looks. He returns the smile and prays that he doesn't look too stupid.

Shuli on the other hand thinks that man on top of the hill is handsome. While she is wondering why he was staring, she found that she doesn't mind. Is it because he is handsome? Maybe.

For a second she feels the urge to move closer to him. Talk to him. Yet, she does not move. She just looks at him.

It's the man that moves first. He walks closer to her with a smile.

" Hello, what brings you out here? "

His voice was low but not too low for his age. There was a soft tone to his voice and she thinks that she could listen to him for the rest of her life.

" I was just enjoying the warm air here. What might bring you here? "

" I too, am enjoying the warm weather. "

Shuli feels the urge to know more. It's such a weird reaction to a random person she met. Yet she didn't know what to ask.

" What might your name be, my lady? "

" It's Shuli von Neuschwanstein and yours? "

" It's Reynold. But Neuschwanstein..? That sounds familiar. "

Ah, Shuli wonders if Reynold would be disappointed to find that she had her stepchildren.

" Ah, how could I forget! My father used to be friends with your ex-husband. "

Shuli blinks in surprise. He was aware? That was a different outcome.

" I see, how nice. So we would've met if my husband stayed a little longer? "

Reynold's face darkens and Shuli wonders what she said wrong. She opens her mouth to apologize but ends up being interrupted.

" Who knows? I do hope we would've met. "

Reynold was surprised by how good he can talk. It felt impressive to him.

Shuli smiles once again and Reynold's heart beats even faster.

And shit, he might actually be in love.

⟨ Crossover Manwha Family Tree ⟩

⟨ Reynold x Shuli - Masterlist ⟩

#manwha #manwha family crossover #reynold x shuli #reynold thinks he's better then he actually is #he's a simp too

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Germany-Austria Alpine Roadtrip

Germany-Austria Alpine Roadtrip: A One Week Road Trip Through Bavaria and Austria I previously wrote a similar blog post that was a 10-day trip but I heard some feedback from some people who wanted a shorter trip. Hopefully, this itinerary will help you plan your next Bavaria road trip, and don't forget to add a detour into Austria like this one does! This part of Germany and Austria is truly magnificent, so much so that I live right in the heart of it in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. In this part of the country, you can see people wearing lederhosen and dirndl year-round, not just at Oktoberfest. It is a part of the culture of the area. The southernmost region in Germany and northernmost in Austria is famous for their breathtaking environment. The Alpine foothills offer fantastic hiking routes to mountain lakes and summits. During the winter season, you can enjoy yourself going skiing, sledding, or ice skating. Whether you are looking for action or quieter moments - South Bavaria and Upper Tyrol hold plenty of great locations to create lasting memories. German Alpine Road Trip with Austrian Detour in One Week Starting in Munich and ending in Munich – If you're short on time, the easiest way to do this German Alpine road trip is to fly into and out of Munich International Airport. Munich is one of Germany's most magical major cities, so don't miss out on an extra day or two there. Do you have more than one week? The Romantic Road in Germany can easily be added to a trip! THE FIRST DAY: FÜSSEN GERMANY To help him withdraw from public life, King Ludwig II had a medieval German castle built on a rugged cliff overlooking a scenic mountain backdrop in 1868. Even though the building is constructed in the style of the 13th century Romanesque, some of the mural images are patterned after Wagnerian operas, including "Tannhäuser" and "Lohengrin.". The castle was opened to the public after King Ludwig died in 1886, and it has become one of Europe's most popular castles. In the city center, enjoy the cafe culture Visit Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castle Visit the Stadt Museum and see the Hollywood in Füssen exhibit which features exhibits from the movie The Great Escape. Take a hike to Marien Brucke for some outstanding views Driving Distance to Next Stop: 1 Hour – 59 Km THE SECOND DAY: GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, GERMANY You can take a cable car to the top of Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain A short hike away from the city center is the Partnach Gorge Visit Lake Eibsee Visit the Linderhof Palace, the only completed palace of the King Ludwig II palaces in nearby Ettal. Take a stroll through the streets of the city and try one of the traditional Bavarian Alps restaurants During the winter months, go skiing or sledding Read a full story on Garmisch-Partenkirchen here: https://europeantravel.blog/garmisch-partenkirchen-bavarian-wonderland/ Driving Distance to Next Stop: 22 min – 17 Km THE THIRD DAY: MITTENWALD GERMANY If you need to scratch a day off of this itinerary I would make it this one although if you have the time it is a nice little stop. One of the reasons to leave it is that it is so close to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is that you could stay in the same hotel for 2 nights if you wanted to. Discover one of the most beautiful small Alpine towns in Germany Take a hike in the Karwendel Alps or take the cable car up and visit the highest distillery in Germany At the Mittenwald Brewery, which opened in 1860, you can enjoy a beer A tour of the Mittenwald Brewery can also be arranged on a Tuesday In the winter, ski the Alps and visit the Bavarian Alps of Germany Driving Distance to Next Stop: 45min – 41Km THE FOURTH DAY: INNSBRUCK AUSTRIA Explore the beautiful streets of the old town Innsbruck's Seegrube cable car offers panoramic views of the city Take a stroll through the immaculate gardens of Ambras Castle Enjoy lunch or dinner atop the Bergisel Ski Jump The world-famous ski slopes are a must if you go in winter Driving Distance to Next Stop: 2 hours 17 min – 155 Km THE FIFTH DAY: BERCHTESGADEN AND LAKE KÖNIGSSEE GERMANY Ride an electric boat around the lake View the Bavarian Alps from the lake's base as you walk around Lake Königssee Take a dip in the clear, crystal-clear water and cool off (It is an Alpine lake so it is pretty cold). Explore Berchtesgaden's old town Visit the Eagle’s Nest Driving Distance to Next Stop: 1 Hour 17 Min – 72 Km SIXTH DAY: HALLSTATT AUSTRIA The picturesque setting created by an Alpine lake, a beautiful town, and majestic views is what makes this site so attractive. Hallstatt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also known for its ancient salt mine with the oldest wooden staircase in Europe. For those that follow Rick Steeves, this is one of his top places to visit in Austria. You can explore the downtown area on foot Visit the famous Hallstatt Viewpoint for a photo View Hallstatt from a boat on the lake Enjoy amazing waterfalls and views from above the city on a hike You can explore the oldest salt mine in the world, said to be 7,000 years old Driving Distance to Next Stop: 1 Hour 11 Min – 71 Km SEVENTH DAY: SALZBURG AUSTRIA Visit the 11th-century fortress of Hohensalzburg Take a Sound of Music tour Enjoy the gardens and palace of Mirabell Visit the marble-domed Salzburg Cathedral Visit the Stiegl Brewery Visit the Red Bull Museum Visit the busy Getreidegasse for some shopping Visit Mozart's birthplace Read the full article

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tumblezwei · 4 years

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Despite how little time I actually have these days to sit down and read anything, I’ve developed quite the long list of manga. Some of it’s popular stuff like AoT or Berserk, and others are just trashy series that I’ll never talk about because I have some level of shame. I don’t know where Im leading with this except to give some kind of context for the random manga I’m about to list off. I’ll put genre and a small synopsis, not all of these are going to be to everyone’s tastes, if any of them are, but I highly recommend each one of them.

We’re gonna start with my favorite and go down

1. The Faraway Paladin

William is a shut-in that dies alone in his apartment and is reincarnated as a baby, surrounded by three undead figures: a mummy, a ghost, and a skeleton. The three raise him as their own son and teach him combat and magic as he tries to figure out the reason he was given a second chance.

fantasy, adventure, isekai

Please don’t let the isekai description deter you, it’s not a harem, or an ecchi anime, or some power fantasy where Will is the chosen one. It’s focus is mostly on family and Will’s connections with other people and how that strengthens him. It’s only got 28 chapters translated right now, so don’t expect a sweeping saga, but it’s still criminally underrated in a space saturated with mediocre fantasy isekai. But if you do like the story and can’t wait, it’s adapted from a light novel.

Also just, look at my boy, my beautiful son.

2. Ebony

5 years ago, Ebony Vonieck was convicted for the murder of her fiance and sent to a women-only prison, where the guards abused and mistreated the inamtes on a daily basis. Then one day, Archduke Schneider somehow managed to free her from her imprisonment and brought her to his manor, where she was tgiven a warm reception and care that she was not used to. Schneider sees in Ebony a level of intelligence and potential that’s wasted on the patriarchal society of her kingdom, and gives her the oppurtunites to grow her skill and work alongside him.

historical, fantasy, romance

Honestly it would probably be better to just paste the descriptions as they’re given, but I don’t think either description fits with what this story is. No, this is not a stroy where a man comes in and saves the poor woman from the evil other men and tells her she ~just doesn’t know how special she is~. This is a story about a woman taking her life back after everything was stolen from her, and taking the oppurtunities given to her to rise above her percieved worth and gain confidence in herself. Ebony is a fantastic character, and the story is majorily focused on her growth as a person, rather than her romance with Schneider (which hasn’t even started yet in the chapters that have been translated).

3. A Stepmother's Märchen

At a young age, Shuli was sold off to marry the windowed Marquis of Neuschwanstein and take care of his four children. But suddenly, the Marguis died, leaving Shuli alone in a high society world she knew nothing about. She lived her life under harsh criticism and scorn, even from her own adopted children, until one day she’s pushed down a flight of stairs and dies. But instead of dying, she’s brought back to the day of her husband’s funeral, and begins living her life as the Marchioness Shuli Von Neuschwanstein, but this time she’s going to do it differently.

fantasy, romance, drama

At this point you can probably tell my preferences, and guess what this one is going to be about. And you’d be right, it’s about family, rectifying past mistakes, and romance that’s pratically nonexistant because finding out who you are and what you stand for is more important at the moment. Admittedly this one is more on the power fantasy side of Shuli getting to stick it to people who were assholes in previous life, but I still think it’s a good read with some unique and beautiful art.

4. Mieruko-chan

All of a sudden, Miko is able to see grotesque monsters all around her; but no one else can. Rather than trying to run away or face them, she instead musters all of her courage and... ignores them. Join in on her day-to-day life as she keeps up her best poker face despite the supernatural goings-on.

comedy, supernatural, horror

This one’s mainly just for fun, and to break up the list so you don;t think all of my faves are the exact same lol. You’ve defintely seen at least a few images from this one, even if you don’t remember where they’re from. It’s mostly a gag/slife of life manga about a girl who can suddenly see ghosts everywhere, and tries to keep them from noticing that she can see them as she goes about her daily life. But what you might not know is that it has...a plot? Kind of? There’s defintely an overarching story going on that’s been taking priorty for the most recent chapters, and it’s defintely what kept the story from going stale on me. Overall it’s a fun read with more depth to it than you’d initially expect.

5. Yeon Lok Heun

Yeon grew up disguised as a boy, living in a monk sancuray learning marital arts as her father went on a journey to get revenge on the people who murdered her mother when she was a baby. When her father gets arrested and is about to be excecuted for his crimes, Yeon begs the young Emperor Garyun to take her life instead. The emperor sees potential in this boy and agrees to spare the father in exchange for the boy’s life-long servitude. The manga follows Yeon solving supernatural problems for the Emperor while trying to keep her identity hidden, even as she falls in love.

historical, fantasy, romance, action

YEAH IT’S ANOTHER ONE OF THESE. AND? AND???

In contrast to the others, however, this one actually isn’t about found family or personal demons, it’s mostly just about Yeon and her supernatural misadventures. And also the romance kind hits you like a freight train. There is no slowburn here, it’s just nonexistant and than WHAM, you’re making frustrated groans at your phone at 2 a.m. because you dorks, you’re in love. It’s fun, a little angsty, and trust me don’t even go into this expecting a breadcrumb trail to the romance just enjoy the story and wait to get hit.

6. The Emperor and the Female Knight

Paulina is a bastard daughter of a count that was sold off at a young age and trained as a soldier to fight in the ongoing war between Cukda and Acrea. After 6 years fighting in this war, she’s captured by Acrean soldiers as a prisoner. After seeing her potential and dedication, Lucius, Emporer of Acrea, offers her a chance to work under him in his army.

historical, fantasy, romance

shut up shut up shut up shut up

I’ll only say one think: twink king supreme and his ginormous, stupidly obvious crush on his butch right hand woman. If you want a romance centering around a masculine woman who’s never given that “Cinderella moment” where she realizes she was “beatiful all along,” and instead stays the entire story as a gruff, buff, battle-hardened badass, then this is the story for you. Incredibly funny, good characters, and a poor man that just wants to smooch Paulina so bad but she’s such a musclehead and doesn’t get it.

7. July as Found by Chance

It starts with Danoh realizing that she has severe gaps in her memory. One minute she’s in class, and the next it’s three days later and she’s in a hospital bed for a check-up on her heart condition. The, she gets flashs of the future, jumbled up images and words that later come true right in front of her eyes. And then she finds the book, with her name inside it. But she’s not the main character, she’s a side character that exists to die.

romance, drama

Unlike every other manga/manhwa on this list, this one is actually completed. It’s a pretty somber story, about two people that find out they’re characters in a story with a set storyline and no chance of happiness together. It’s mostly about their struggle to find some agency in their situation, no matter how much they’re pulled apart. It’s cute, and sometimes sad, with an incredibly unique take on “characters trapped in a story” that I’ve never seen before and haven’t since.

And that’s it for now! Each one of these has something unique to offer, in my mind, and deserve a lot more attention than they have. And now you have a glance at what my tastes are lol, if I’m not reading something like this, then it’s something more action oriented or at least more well-known. If you’ve managed to make it to the end, thanks, maybe I’ll do another one of these if people like this one.

#rambling #manga recs #I guess #this is mostly me highlighting a few of the dozens of stories I've read bc I think they're the cream of the crop #if there are a lot of misspellings pls forgive me

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