#Prelude to an Excursion
Text
Snow White-adjacent Dreamling AU?
Dream is the prince of Time and Night's kingdom (with skin as pale as snow, and hair as black as ebony). Hob has some sort of huntsman-ish role in the palace. Dream goes out hunting fairly often, not for the sake of hunting itself but to have some space from the weight of his responsibilities (and from other people) and the ability to be alone with his thoughts. Maybe to mope a little.
Hob has liked Dream from the moment he set eyes on him, half-despite-half-because he was acting like an arrogant little snot at the time. And although Hob's initial infatuation was mostly just that, infatuation, he really did want to get to know Dream better. So when Death told Dream that he should get out among the people more, which led to Dream, grudgingly, attempting to make conversation with Hob the next time they were alone together, Hob genuinely made an effort to keep the conversation going and get to know him. They meet up every month or so, Hob talks about what he's been up to, a beautiful friendship blossoms, etc.
But they're in a weird space, with each other. Hob thinks of Dream as a friend, and Dream... wants to do the same, but he's too aware of the difference in their stations and the politics of the court, the way it would be so easy for Hob to just be- pretending to like Dream, in order to get something from him. He wouldn't even have to try very hard. Dream's lonely.
And maybe, given enough time, they could have reached an understanding. But the problem is, everyone is aware of Dream's tendency to be alone, in the dangerous forest, with only his huntsman for company, and someone (Night? Time? Desire?) gets Hob alone and asks/bribes/orders him to kill Dream next time they go out hunting.
Hob does not want to do this. Obviously. But the person who ordered him to do it is literally royalty and could have him painfully executed if he doesn't. Not to mention that he has no idea how deep the conspiracy against Dream goes, if there's anyone else in the palace he can trust to help, who'd go running straight to Dream's enemies if they caught him making plans. But he can at least warn Dream, right? Maybe come up with some sort of plan to fake Dream's death and get him to safety.
So the next time Dream goes hunting, as soon as they're far enough from the palace, Hob tells Dream that his father ordered him to ensure that Dream didn't come home from this little excursion.
Dream, obviously, assumes that this is the prelude to Hob stabbing him, punches him in the face, and runs. Hob is left going "Wait! Come back! I said that really badly! I meant it as a warning, I want to help you!"
He chases after Dream, but between the punch and the fact that Dream has some level of magic powers over his namesake- either he made Hob hallucinate or put him to sleep for a bit- Hob isn't able to catch him. He panics for a bit, but he figures at this point the only thing he can do is feed Dream's enemies as much misinformation as possible. So he goes back to the palace and tells Time-or-whoever that he killed Dream and left the body in the woods, giving the completely wrong direction so that when/if someone goes searching for Dream's body they don't find him.
Now, obviously Time doesn't fully believe that Hob went through with it and killed Dream, especially since there's no body. But the fact that Hob's nose is fully broken helps sell the story, at least for a couple of days. Hob spends those days trying to figure out a way to sneak out of the palace- he doesn't want to be executed, but also, if it's at all possible, he wants to make sure Dream got away. (And as long as he's daydreaming, he'd like a chance to apologize.)
He gets his chance when Death tries to kill him for killing her little brother. Unlike Dream, she actually gives Hob the chance to explain, and when he does, she helps him sneak out (under strict orders that he find Dream).
Hob is much happier to obey those.
Meanwhile, Dream has found shelter with a group of raven shapeshifters living in the woods (definitely Matthew, Jessamy, and Lucienne, maybe include other Dreaming residents to make seven). He is much happier being Dream, who lives in the woods and writes stories, than he was being Dream, prince who is hated to the point of assassination attempts. He's maybe making a little money granting people restful sleep and good dreams using his powers. He misses Hob, though. With some distance from the utter betrayal and terror of the moment Hob said he'd been sent to kill him, he's beginning to wonder if he hadn't overreacted, maybe just a smidge. But that's all tied up in and complicated by the fact that he's also beginning to realize he was probably in love with Hob, and he's not sure he can trust any of what he feels about him.
Unfortunately, the king of the neighboring kingdom, Roderick Burgess, hears about a powerful magic user living in the woods and decides to take that power for himself.
Double-unfortunately, Time realizes Dream is alive and sends one of Dream's former bodyguards, the Corinthian, to kill him. Dream's able to fight him off, but he's exhausted to the point of his powers turning on him and putting him into a coma, and that's when Burgess swoops in and captures him.
Dream is caught in a strange, deathlike sleep, making him mostly useless to Burgess. But having him nearby means that everyone around him sleeps peacefully, and occasionally has prophetic dreams, and Burgess is doing the same 'I'll force him to work for me' thing he does in canon except the logic is 'one day I'll figure out how to wake him up (and force him to work for me), and/or how to actively use his powers while he's still asleep.'
So Burgess has a glass coffin built for Dream, and seals him inside.
Back with Hob, he's spent most of this time on the run from Dream's enemies, unable to actively look for Dream, and slowly going mad with worry over what might have happened to him. He's also slowly, painfully come to realize that the feelings he'd felt for Dream were a little closer to 'love' than 'friendship'. It is a bad time. But eventually he hears rumors about Roderick Burgess, who 'rescued' a comatose prince from the woods and is offering a reward to anyone who can wake him up.
Hob goes chasing after these rumors- Dream showing up alive took a lot of the heat off him- eventually ends up in Burgess' kingdom, and decides to try his hand at waking up Coma Prince. Worst case scenario, it's not Dream. Best case scenario, it's Dream, he's able to rescue him and explain, and- well. Dream will go off and do whatever it is he wants to do, and maybe he and Hob can be friends.
(Hob doesn't let himself hope for anything more, any sort of soft little happily-ever-after.)
But for all that Roderick is pretending to have rescued Dream out of the goodness of his heart, Hob steps one foot into the room with the glass coffin and is immediately aware that isn't the case. He doesn't know much about magic, aside from the couple of times Dream showed off his powers for him. But it's not exactly difficult to spot that the glass coffin, and all the magic circles surrounding it, are somehow vampirically feeding off of Dream, and even though he only understands every third word of the larger explanation he's given, it's more than enough to confirm his suspicions. Burgess' fellow mages give Hob the tour of the apparatus, snickering among themselves because clearly this idiot won't be able to do anything magical that they couldn't. Hob nods along and plays up the 'idiot peasant with delusions of grandeur' vibe right up until everyone has stepped back to see what he'll do.
And then he drags his heel straight down the middle of the largest circle of runes, sending the spell completely haywire.
The backlash of the spell collapsing causes Roderick and his mages to pass out, and gives Hob time to smash open the glass coffin and get Dream away from all the spell circles.
But Dream doesn't wake up, even as the spell collapses. Just remains in Hob's arms, cool and lifeless.
Hob is not about to let it end like that. Sure, none of the most talented mages in the land had been able to wake Dream, but none of them tried getting him out of the stupid coffin, first, so Hob's clearly a step ahead of them already.
He sneaks out of Roderick's palace, carrying Dream, while Roderick and his servants are asleep. Gets him to relative safety (with the help of Jessamy, who'd been waiting for a chance to break Dream out and jumped in to help the moment Hob started breaking things).
And Dream's still in the weird death-trance but he isn't dead. Hob's sure of it. It might be wishful thinking but he swears Dream looks a little better now that they're away from Roderick's palace- a little more color in his cheeks, the faintest, threadiest suggestion of a pulse when Hob feels for one.
So Hob keeps a vigil at Dream's bedside that night, but eventually exhaustion causes him to drift off to sleep.
When he does, Dream is waiting for him.
"You need not have come to my defense," he says, staring at Hob suspiciously.
"Yes, I did," Hob tells him. "You're my friend. Of course I did."
Dream sizes him up for a long while. He's powerful enough, in this dreamscape, to tell that Hob genuinely means what he's saying. It takes a long time for him to decide it might be worth it to tell Hob how to shock him out of the dream he's trapped in (by fulfilling one of his most treasured dreams), but finally, he says, "You might be able to wake me up."
Hob's immediately like "Yes of course how whatever you need."
"Kiss me," Dream says, and then, while Hob is still trying to process that, "This dream is over."
And Hob wakes up.
And yeah, a good part of him dismisses the dream as some extremely strange wish-fulfillment fantasy. But it had seemed so real.
So, with the extremely romantic thought, alright it's worth a shot, Hob leans forward and kisses Dream.
Almost immediately, there's a little shiver of breath against his lips, and when he pulls away, Dream is blinking sleepily up at him.
Hob immediately pulls Dream into a hug, and by the time Dream is actually, fully conscious, Hob is sitting in the bed with him, supporting him with an arm around his shoulders, fussing over him just the tiniest bit frantically.
And Dream, eventually, manages to explain why Hob kissing him awake worked, which means that OBVIOUSLY Hob needs to kiss him some more.
(And they both get a soft little happily-ever-after)
#dreamling#my fic#yes i thought of this after seeing that one art that the artist said had snow white vibes#but i can no longer find it to link
250 notes
·
View notes
Text
it's smutty sunday, here's some of the feeding kink i've been working on:
Dinner turns into drinks at a hole in the wall bar, complete with fistfuls of dried peas and unfamiliar nuts as snacks. Daniel tastes the local beers. He has a shot of something called umeshu, a sweet plum wine that makes his head spin. He’s cajoled by the locals and by Armand into trying chips flavored like shrimp, a skewer of some kind of meat.
By the time they’re back at the hotel he’s too overburdened with food to do anything but wrap himself in a robe and sprawl on the bed. The chatter of the television and the ache in his gut distract him, keep him from hearing the rattle of a glass bottle. The rush of water when the toilet flushes behind the bathroom door.
Armand drops onto the mattress, settling near Daniel’s hip. He rests his weight on one hand and reaches up to brush Daniel’s hair back from his face. The light of the television casts his already pale skin a corpse-like blue.
Daniel shudders. His hind-brain struggles with the instinct to recoil, while the rest of his body screams for some comfort, anything.
“I’m sorry, lover. You must not have packed them,” Armand says. “I found no medication at all in your toiletries bag.”
Daniel swears. His lashes flutter, casting dark shadows on his cheeks as he closes his eyes. Armand traces over the divots between his eyebrows; a pair of wrinkles that used to only appear when he was angry or in pain but which are becoming permanent now with time.
He’s getting older. Well. Not so very old. But twenty-nine is vastly different to seventeen and Armand can’t help but notice things. His body, the way it responds to the trials of daily life: it’s all beginning to change.
“When I was seventeen I could have eaten such a meal and then gone outside with the other plays to practice at sword play or wrestling,” Armand murmurs.
Daniel’s eyes open just a crack, enough that he can glare at him. “Fuck you.”
There’s no venom in it, not really. More of a whining complaint than an insult. He tips his cheek into Armand’s palm, seeking out the coolness of his skin.
“In order to do so you’d have to rise from this bed. Which I don’t see you doing any time soon.” Armand touches the bare patch of chest that peeks out just above the place where the robe overlaps. He drags his fingers through the fine hair there and feels for the pound of Daniel’s heart. “You have so little self control, Daniel. What am I to do with you?”
Armand unpicks the knot at Daniel’s waist. He lays the waist tie on either side of him and peels back the panels of the robe to expose his stomach.
It’s gone softly rounded, too full from their excursion. Daniel hasn’t even kept his underwear on. He’d been too concerned about having anything, even a strip of elastic pressing into his waist while he feels fit to burst. Armand fixes on the way his stomach rises and falls with his breathing. Listens to the sounds eminating from beneath his skin- the contraction of muscles, the rush of stomach acid. There’s a musicality to it. A rhythm he can feel when he places his palm just below his navel.
Daniel’s foot digs into the mattress at the chill of his skin. He holds his breath when the heel of Armand’s palm presses gently inwards toward his spine. Beneath Armand’s hand his deep illiac artery beats an anxious tattoo.
This a prelude. Daniel knows it. The beginning of a hunt where Armand’s quarry is some feeling long lost to him. He’s a being who hasn’t chewed in centuries, whose stomach is as useless as the thing between his legs. He has nothing but this mortal boy. This conduit for the sensations of life.
Armand rubs soft lines over Daniel’s digestive system; up and down, back and forth. He takes in the grimace on Daniel’s face when he presses too hard and the corners of his mouth twitch.
There’s a loveliness to him when he’s in discomfort. A certain thrill at seeing his mortal body struggle with its own necessary functions. Everything becomes heightened in a way Armand can barely remember. Even as miserable as he is Daniel can’t help but think of Armand’s touch as sensual and he struggles to come to grips with that.
“Just kill me already,” he mutters.
His arm is thrown across his face in a fit of dramatics. Armand digs the heel of his palm into Daniel’s stomach and his mouth prickles with thirst at the way he inhales.
The image of sinking his teeth into that tender spot just between Daniel’s waist and his hip plays over and over in his mind. Armand considers the way Daniel would writhe beneath his mouth, the confused and unbearable spike of arousal he’d feel at the pain. How his ear would brush his belly and then he would be drowning in the sounds of his mortality-
He strokes Daniel from sternum to his pubic hair. Watches him bite at his lip, tearing away a piece of dry flesh. Even as full as he is he still swallows it, throat rippling in the glow of the television, and for a moment Armand thinks he might have to taste him now.
#if u like it pls hype me up lmao#it's been a long while since i've done a long form exploration of kink#i need the motivation to keep going so i remember that i can do this#armand/daniel#apoptoses fic
40 notes
·
View notes
Text
One for All, chapter one
In an AU where the protagonist never fell from the sky, the Survey Corps will have to pull together and make use of every resource at their disposal to face the challenges present in Pokemon: Legends Arceus. There will be surveyshipping.
I expect this story to last three or four chapters- nothing super long or complicated this time.
---
It was mid-day when Laventon’s ship arrived at prelude beach. He could see the vast forests of the land he was about to study, no doubt teeming with species he’d never encountered, a great mountain that would doubt hold interest, and the walls to the little village he’d be staying in. It was so exciting that he could barely contain himself! He’d studied Pokémon in plenty of regions, sure, but never one whose fauna was so unexplored as this. The woman who’d hired him had said she wanted his help in creating a record of every single Pokémon in the region! Even he wasn’t sure they could pull it off, but he was willing to try!
…And that very woman was becoming increasingly visible on the docks. Laventon pulled himself together somewhat, removed his toque, attempted to brush down his hair with his fingers, gave up on doing so and repositioned his toque, and brought out the three Pokémon he’d brought from overseas so that they could make an entrance.
The boat hit the docks. Laventon hopped off and gave his new boss an excited wave. “Hello, there! You must be Captain Cyllene!”
The woman peered up from a photo she was holding- the picture Laventon had sent her in his letters so she’d be able to recognize him. “That is correct,” she deadpanned. “And you’re Professor Laventon.”
“That’s right. I can’t tell you how much I’m looking forward to the opportunity.”
“Excellent. Come with me,” Cyllene said, turning towards the village.
It wasn’t a long walk to the severe-looking wooden walls of Jubilife, and as they approached, the watchmen opened up the gates to reveal a quaint little place. Children were playing with hand-carved toys in the streets, villagers worked in the fields, and number of cute little shops made themselves available to them. Laventon caught himself eyeing up a local’s woodcarvings before he realized that he was falling behind Cyllene. He caught back up just as she reached the steps of a large stone building.
“This is Galaxy Hall, home of the Galaxy Team, which you will be joining,” Cyllene explained, still walking with an evident sense of purpose. “We are a group dedicated to building a life on Hisui both for ourselves and for future generations. The Survey Corps is a new division of the Galaxy Team meant to research Pokémon so that we might gather resources more easily, explore their uses, and generally learn to coexist.”
The two walked through a door into a messy office. Cyllene stepped behind the desk and pulled out a blue uniform, complete with a satchel and red scarf.
“This is a mere formality since you won’t be doing fieldwork yourself, but here is our uniform. The Survey Corps will have their first excursion tomorrow and will bring you subjects for research. For today, I’d like you to give me a full report on the Pokémon currently in my office, including its abilities and care needs.”
Laventon took the uniform and looked uncomfortably around the room for the Pokémon. “The Pokémon in…? Oh.” Laventon finally spotted the abra asleep in the corner. “He’s a cute little fellow.”
“He was found injured, and he is constantly lethargic or asleep despite several months having passed. If you have any information on what the problem with him might be, report it to me immediately.”
Laventon smiled. “Actually, I can help you with that right now. We have that Pokémon in several regions. They’re called abra- as in "abra kadabra"- and they’re supposed to sleep all the time. Their psychic energy uses a lot of energy, after all. I’ll take a look, but there might be nothing wrong with it at all!”
"It isn't ill?" It was hard to tell, but Laventon could swear that Cyllene had just let out a sigh of relief.
"Most likely not."
“Excellent. Well, start your report. Your office is the one next to mine. When you’ve finished, I’ll show you to your quarters.”
“Will do!”
Laventon beckoned the abra over to him and left. It seemed like of all places to spend the next year or so, this was a fine one. And imagine the recognition of making the first-ever log of every Pokémon in a region! And the more immediate praise for his knowledge on something so little known in these parts... What a rewarding adventure he'd embarked on.
Or so he thought. The excursion team he set out with the next day was the most nervous-looking he’d ever seen, and by the end of the day they’d only brought him a few specimens from a measly four species. It hadn’t occurred to Laventon until then, but Cyllene’s abra was the only Pokémon he’d seen in the village. Cyllene had mentioned in her letters that these people didn’t use Pokémon of their own and were just learning to use pokéballs, but he’d never expected them to be as naïve as they were. Laventon tried teaching the Survey Corps better methods, but it was slow going, especially with a teacher who had always been too clumsy to catch many Pokémon himself. And instead of proudly bringing new specimens to the villagers, he had to see them gawk at the pastures and listen to whispers from Jubilife of how the Survey Corps was a dangerous experiment and a waste of resources.
A month passed, and a hole opened up in the sky. No one knew why. It alarmed many. Laventon prayed that it would cause some sort of miracle that would solve their problems. None came.
A few weeks after the hole opened in the sky, Laventon was sitting at his desk, swirling the poison of a zubat in a test tube to separate its elements and determine its potency. That had been a good deal of his work in Hisui: testing poisons, bite strength, voltage, and so on from the same ten species that the Survey Corps was able to catch. Just as the elements were separated, Laventon heard the doors to the Galaxy Hall open. It was Rei, who was, not for the first time, coming back from camp with a distressed shinx squirming in his arms and shocking him with every couple feet he dragged it. Around the shinx’ back leg was a tight, painful snare that had been used to catch it. Unfortunately, he wasn’t the only one of the Survey Corps to have used such methods.
“Oh, no… Rei, what have I told you about using pokéballs?” Laventon said, running over.
“I’m- sorry- professor,” Rei said, his voice starting and stopping with each shock the feline Pokémon gave him.
Laventon untied the snare, receiving a few shocks himself, then took the Pokémon in his arms. “Let’s take this little one outside,” he insisted.
Once outside, Laventon guided them to an uncrowded area of town. “Alright, Rei. I’m going to put the shinx down, and I want you to send out your partner against it.”
With some hesitation, Rei tossed out the pikachu Laventon had arranged as his partner. The two pokemon squared each other up and began to tussle.
“Now throw the ball,” the Professor insisted once the shinx was beginning to tire out. Rei did. It hit the shinx, shook, then clicked shut with a spark.
“See how easy that was? There’s no reason to risk your safety doing it any other way than that,” Laventon said, still sounding a bit distressed even to himself.
Rei seemed to think this over, then shook his head. “pokéballs are fine for wurmples and bidoof and whatnot, but how is a hollowed-out rock and an apricorn supposed to protect me from something like that?”
“Rei… a pokéball isn’t a cage. All Pokémon could come out of them if they wanted. Unless you’ve put them asleep, a Pokémon who stays in the ball wants to be in it. And we want to eventually study all Pokémon in Hisui. How will you bring me Pokémon that could really hurt you if you don’t use Pokémon of your own?”
“Why would they want to be in a ball just because we beat them up a little? I don’t get it. And as for your second question…” Rei looked down. “I’m not sure, Professor. A lot of people are saying the Survey Corps will be broken up and reassigned soon.”
“Oh, come now. Where have you heard that?”
“Commander Kamado. I overheard him talking about it in the medical bay after the electrocution event last week.”
Laventon’s jaw dropped. If there was no more Survey Corps, he wouldn’t have a reason to stay in Jubilife anymore. As basic as the research here had been, he didn’t want to leave Hisui so soon, or in such a poor state. “I’m sure he’ll see reason eventually!” Laventon insisted, a very fake smile on his face. “After all, we have so many achievements behind us! Such as, well…”
Just then, Captain Cyllene walked up to the pair. “Professor Laventon. There you are. Join me to the Obsidian Fieldlands immediately,” she ordered.
“Oh. Got to go. I’ll see you soon, Rei.”
It then occurred to Laventon that the captain had met with Kamado that day. Was he about to be let go? But then, why do it out in the fieldlands? It wasn’t as though Cyllene was the type to shy away from delivering harsh news in front of others.
“Um, Captain?” Laventon said as the Jubilife Village gates shut behind them and two Security Corps members joined their party. “Is there a reason for the sudden excursion?”
“I will inform you of that when we arrive,” Cyllene replied.
After an anxiety-riddled hike, the party arrived at the encampment. Cyllene looked Laventon in the eye. “The Survey Corps is doing poorly,” she admitted. “We are not meeting our goals to make Hisui more traversable or to make Pokémon our work animals. Most of the village is still afraid of Pokémon, our team has twice the rate of injury of any other division, and many are doubting whether this is a good use of our resources.”
Laventon nodded solemnly, wondering when the next boat to Galar would arrive. “I understand.”
“Good,” Cyllene said, determination in her eyes. “We’re on the same page. Today, I want you to teach me everything you know about catching Pokémon for research. Tomorrow, I’m calling for an emergency excursion for the entire Survey Corps to help them implement your teachings. There’s no need for us to give up yet.”
“Wonderful!” Laventon said, and he meant it. It seemed like the ice was thin, but at least he had every chance to scramble off of it.
The next day, Cyllene ordered an expedition for every member of the Survey Corps, starting at the Fieldlands Camp.
“Every one of you is returning to the village tonight with six Pokémon, each of a different species," Cyllene announced once the group had arrived at camp and lined up before her. "Three of them will be research subjects for the professor, the other three will be your new teammates, and all of them will be caught in pokéballs."
Of the twelve survey corps members, half were attempting to put on a brave face. The rest, including Rei, were clearly nervous. “But… ma’am…” Rei said, “six species in one day is more than any of us have managed.”
“I would not have you do anything I was not prepared to do myself. Come along,” Cyllene replied, turning on her heel. She led the others into the field and then stopped abruptly, holding her arm out to signal that they should stop and be quiet. Before them was a bird of prey with a wingspan as large as a person was tall.
Cyllene carefully stepped towards it, scooped up some mud, and threw it, hitting the bird in the shoulder. It turned to her, screeching fiercely. Cyllene drew her sword and held it between herself and the bird.
“Pokémon respond to strength,” Cyllene explained, keeping her eyes on the bird. “What they want more than anything is an opportunity to use their power. Show them that you will present such an opportunity-”
The bird lunged at Cyllene. She tucked and rolled out of the way, picked up a rock, and threw it. The bird dodged out of the way and adjusted trajectory to lunge at her again. Cyllene threw a pokéball. It hit the bird on the forehead. In a flash of light, the bird entered the ball, which fell to the ground.
“Present such an opportunity, and they will want to stay with you,” Cyllene finished, again holding her sword between the ball and herself in case the bird popped out.
The ball shook once and then clicked shut. Cyllene picked up the ball and released the Pokémon from it, allowing it to perch on her forearm. “Are there any questions?” she asked, facing the rest of her team.
Laventon hesitantly raised his hand as the other members stayed silent. “Well… not so much a question as an addition…” he said.
“Go on,” Cyllene said.
Laventon made his way to Cyllene’s side and faced the others. “Everything the captain said is true, but don’t forget that Pokémon are also naturally companiable creatures! They’re not tools or enemies to be subdued. They want to be your friends and you should treat them as such!” he said, stroking the bird.
Cyllene nodded in agreement. “Yes. If we’re to live in peace on this land, we must learn to co-exist with its wildlife. We will want our relations to be positive.”
Laventon sighed in relief. It would be quite an intimidating task indeed if he had to convince Cyllene that Pokémon were friends!
“The professor will provide a Pokémon for each of you to begin your efforts with. The Pokémon will be weak, as we have only gathered weak Pokémon thusfar, but they’ll ensure that you will not be fighting wild Pokémon yourself and they will become stronger with use. Any weapons you are carrying are an absolute last resort. Keep your Pokémon in fighting condition if at all possible and return to the encampment if they are incapacitated. Now, move out. Each of you in a different direction.”
The ten survey corps members let out a chorus of “yes, ma’am’s” and set out, each stocking up on potions and revives, receiving a Pokémon from Laventon, and heading their separate ways.
“My, you have their respect!” Laventon exclaimed. “I see now why you wanted to demonstrate this yourself. A goofy foreigner like myself shows them time and time again how to use a pokéball and they still don’t trust it to protect them, but when it’s you, they hang on your every word!”
“Don’t sell yourself short,” Cyllene replied. “The Galaxy Team has immigrants from several regions. We are quick to accept anyone who proves their worth. And Rei seems to have taken a liking to you.”
Laventon smiled. “Has he? Well! That’s delightful. So, do you have any name ideas for your new Pokémon? It looks to be a starly evolution, so something with ‘star’ in the name would be sensible, don’t you think?”
“Hmm… yes, I suppose it would. Once we get back to the Galaxy Hall, we’ll have to explore whether its power over the wind could be used to dry the ink on my paperwork.”
Laventon wanted to make a light jab at her about being too focused on her work, but before he could, Rei came running back. “Hey, Professor- before I set out, I was wondering if you could teach me a little about battling. There has to be more to it than just letting a Pokémon out, right?”
“That there is, Rei! I’d be happy to teach you.”
“Hm. I was going to stay a while in case there were any such questions, but it seems you have that under control. I will be off, then. I intend to make good on my promise to not to order the Survey Corps to do what I am not prepared to do myself.”
Cyllene put her sword in the camp’s lock box. Laventon nodded in understanding at the gesture- everyone else was to exclusively use their Pokémon as weapons that day and so would she. “Keep the lesson short,” she reminded.
“Will do!” Laventon said with a smile. “Happy hunting!”
Cyllene gave him a stiff nod and walked off, the yet-unnamed bird flying by her side. Laventon watched. How he wanted to talk to her more, and in a more casual capacity. She seemed like such a fascinating person, and yet he could only ever see her businesslike surface… at least now it seemed that hopefully he’d get a chance.
21 notes
·
View notes
Text
The Incident
Masterpost for The Incident.
Zoissette Vauban knows that the best way to get along in society is to hide herself away, to appear to behave as normal as possible. Despite this, her curiosity drives her to eccentricity. The pursuit of a life long goal, the opportunity to perform a duty for a friend, and the need to be invisible all come together to culminate in the performance of an experiment that may well be her last.
Prelude
Prologue
Atelier Incident Report - Youthful misadventure in Sharlayan
Scholar's Soulstone - The discovery of a Nymian artifact
Interrogation - Y'shtola would take the measure of this woman
The Experiment - Papalymo supervises his apprentice's work, at her expense
Foxglove - Zoissette creates her first fairy familiar from first principles, and takes it on an excursion to the void
The Nullstone - In helping Klynt with the Sky Pirates, Zoissette finds out more about a fascinating artifact
Beyond Foxglove - Zoissette ponders where to take her Nymian fairy research next in the face of the middling success that was Foxglove
Ozma - Zoissette and Ryssthota discuss the nature of the Ozma super weapon
Sleepless on the Steppe - Klynt and Zoissette discuss their night and what the future may hold
Nuoliths - Apple and Zoissette discuss the design of nuoliths
Aurora Laboratories - Construction of a new laboratory
Online - Finding out the laboratory works
Testing - First experiment in the new lab
Uncertainty - Zoissette has a word with her god
Demi-Ozma - Ryssthota and Zoissette perform some experiments in the new laboratory
Late Nate - Y'shtola and Zoissette have a discussion late at night in Nuomenon
Driven - A new problem to chew on
Lecture - Attempting to talk with the Free Company about some discoveries
Explorations - Testing the limits of the device
Dreams - Zoissette has trouble staying awake, and has a discussion with Meya
Beautiful - What lies beyond
The Incident
Epilogue
The End
#final fantasy xiv#zoissette vauban#y'shtola rhul#lavender#meya ganajai#ryssthota sundstyrwyn#klynt gohtawyn#apple silverberg#papalymo totolymo#yda hext#biot writes#gage acquisitions and allies#the incident
21 notes
·
View notes
Text
the absolute state of their cellphones
i can't even think of any funny prelude to this. its just exactly what it says man. who the hell would trust these guys with a glass box worth a thousand dollars anyway??
lupin:
it depends. he goes through a lot for obvious “don’t track me” reasons but sometimes he’ll continue to use one even if the screen is busted as hell. if its cracked in a way that hurts his delicate little fingers though it immediately gets the boot. so sometimes a phone lasts a week and other times a few months (long for him)
not controversial to say the most tech savvy, tied with fujiko most likely. i mean the guy knows how to update only CERTAIN parts of his phone (very helpful in his line of work you know)
the first to own a cellphone out of all of them though, and most definitely the reason goemon and jigen got ‘em because he essentially forced them too. maybe a little bit also the reason zenigata got one, 1 because Duh it’s easier to get updates on where the slimy fucker is and 2 he was maybe a Little jealous
jigen:
leaves the phone-ing to lup usually, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t carry one around. in fact jigen LOVES weirdo unusually shaped phones, like those wacky egg shaped fuckers they made in the early 2000s, the ones where you go “wtf is that” until you hear it ringing
has never owned an iphone and proud of the fact. he’s very much a tactile buttons and switches type of guy, so owning any kind of smartphone is sort of forced upon him
his phone’s got about the average wear and tear most grown men’s phones have, but he only uses DURABLE fuckers anyhow, so it can survive being dropped a few times. he’s not exactly hammering nails with this thing. probably goes through phones the least overall
fujiko:
oh this is a NICE phone. like the kind where you go omg what is that!! its so cute! little novelty jewelry charm and shit. there’s no mistaking this is HER phone. you could have never met this woman but if you saw this phone on the sidewalk you’d know EXACTLY how the person who dropped this phone looked, acted, and sounded like
a subtle technological monster. the screen never gets dirty, she ALWAYS has signal no matter where they are, and most freakishly the battery never seems to run low. ever. she could be out in the desert for days, weeks even, and still end the excursion on a solid 74%. did she fuck with the phone? does it run on water?? psychic energy that she drains from passerby??? is the phone just afraid of disappointing her? god knows i would be. nobody has even seen her charge that thing how the fuck is it working
miss mine does NOT drop her phone she does NOT get it scratched or dinged up. she’s better than that. she’s above “accidents” if fujiko drops her phone its a third party’s fault. it’s YOUR fault. now buy her a replacement
goemon:
necessity only. it’s not even that he vehemently hates them he just sees them as a nuisance. i mentioned before that i believe he DOES have SOME technology awareness, but it’s kind of a conscious choice for him to not fog up his brain learning like. what “the cloud” is for. he does not care!
there’s like little fingerprints on the screen because he presses against it with the force you’d use to snap a pencil in half but otherwise it’s not really in any rough state.
if you got him to be very, very honest though, he kind of likes having an easy way to contact the others no matter where he is. like now he can be gone for months at a time without worrying about jigen finally snapping <3
zenigata:
oh oops. already uh. talked about this once before but HE’S ACCLIMATED he’s acclimated to this! and if you didn't see when i DID talk about it he canonically has a live wallpaper. goemon too. dudes rock
he tries so so hard not to break it but he’s. him. so it’s dinged up. one time i had my hands full getting outta my car and had to carry my phone in with my teeth and when i set it down i realized i had somehow bit into it enough to crack the edge of the screen. no reason i’m bringing this up
the main reason he goes through them just as quickly as lupin isn’t even his bull in a china shop tendencies, it’s just that he keeps losing the damn things. most of the stuff he keeps on his person is like, under three layers of coats and jackets and shit, because there aren’t many instances where he’s going to IMMEDIATELY need his wallet, right. but you’re expected to have easy access to your phone, so it doesn’t get that lockdown treatment, so it quite literally just. falls out of his coat. doink! gone. gone forever
#got this idea after counting the cracks on my screen protector thing. 6!#lupin iii#lupin the third#lupin#jigen#fujiko#goemon#zenigata
11 notes
·
View notes
Note
Since you have done posts before about what TIG's characters would be like as yanderes, what would Cash be like as one?
---
Cash the stalker. Cash the observer. Cash the eavesdropper. Cash the dirty cop turned career criminal extortionist on the downlow for an extra profit. He undoubtedly knows about you far before you ever know about him, you see. Might've spotted you somewhere, someplace, out in public, minding your own business, literally in the most mundane of places doing the most mundane of day to day tasks and simply put, the encounter (one sided as it was) was fascinating for him enough to have him start regularly watching you to kill time. It is the randomness of the decision that is daunting. Work. Coming back from work. You taking out the trash. Grocery shopping. When the light in your windows clicks on. When it clicks off. There is always a car parked on a corner of a dark street not far from where you live and he watches from dusk till dawn. By the time you're out and about, Cash has long since drove away.
You're none the wiser, of course.
There is almost a certain passivity to his pathological stalking --- at least at first. It could literally drag out for months with him never acting on it. It becomes routine for him. Habitual. A hobby, if you will, which in line with all the other things he does might come off as pretty harmless. Well, somewhat --- only comparatively. More so if he indulges in some good, old abuse of power and simply parks his police car on the street. An officer minding his business, on the job. Carry on. Nothing to see here. Coffee breaks with his elbow slung through the open window. He watches. The radio station buzzing with suspicious activity a few blocks away. He watches. His partner, Dave, being on the seat next to him and chances are, Cash still, to an extent, watches for your backyard, your drive-through, your lawn, your windows and your front door, waiting for you to walk through it, never really interacting with you significantly beyond that.
He feels he acquires all the knowledge he needs just fine as is.
Starts becoming a little less passive when he begins looking into information on you, basic folders and files in the station archives and anything and everything confidential he can scope out on you. Old ID photos. Driver's licence documentation. Intel on anyone and everyone close to you. Your very blood type, if at all possible. Thing is, he hoards everything he finds, discovers and uncovers, no matter how fascinating or wholly ordinary like it is the most precious gem in the world. Isn't entirely out of the question that during his excursions conveniently patrolling your street corner, he wont snap shots and the occasional sneaky picture or twenty five he keeps for his private collection, regardless how quick, hasty or blurry the quality ends up being --- he almost likes them more for their natural spontaneity. Caught at your most unaware. His apartment is undoubtedly riddled with the stuff.
Tapped phones while you're away from your home?
Installed hidden cameras?
Additional ways he can have you close?
Covertly rummaging through your home?
Stealing the occasional item as a keepsake?
Stopping you on the street while he's on duty to ask something random, as a conversation starter, anything at all, made up or real, purely to hear you speak to him. Interact with him, thinking he's a stranger. The quiet neighbourhood officer. Never realizing you're actually talking to your secret admirer who has been making himself more than familiar with your own bubble and life. Of course, this serves as a prelude to scope the place and surrounding area out and tactically decide when and how would be the best way to break in. Have himself a little home invasion. Funny how he does this to other people for the blackmail money, but with you? Beloved sunshine. Oh, entirely for the pleasure of it. In fact, if Cash could be the one paying for the satisfaction of holding you hostage, he gladly would. Having observed your routine, comings and goings throughout many long months of dedication, Cash dons his mask, his gloves and he goes in for the kill when he knows for a fact you'll have your guard down, at your most vulnerable.
Naturally, this is a labour of love.
You'd struggle, you'd kick, scream, but eventually, you'd subside.
And he'd keep you prisoner for as long as it takes for you to soften.
When the neighbours call the police reporting a disturbance, suspicious activity and noise...well, how frightening would it be if either him or his partner came to inspect a disturbance they themselves were behind?
#cash#black friday#the kidnapping#the kidnapping 2007#the kidnapping black friday#cash x reader#cash x beloved#tw; abuse of power#tw; corrupt police officer
23 notes
·
View notes
Text
Listed: M. Sage
Colorado musician, artist and educator Matthew Sage produces a unique form of ambient music, one that focuses on personal experience rather than obscure intellectual objectives or new age mysticism. Through both his own sounds and those he curates via his Cached Media imprint his goal is to unearth the beauty within the seemingly mundane. With Paradise Crick, his latest and most fully formed release, he casts his gaze on the great outdoors, envisaging a camping excursion. In his review, Bryon Hayes found that the record was “his most visceral work, as he ornaments his typically ambient palette with an assortment of palpable shapes, colors, and textures.” In addition to making music, Sage also enjoys seeking it out, often from non-traditional sources. For this edition of Listed, he runs down some of the more interesting records that he picked up on recent thrift store diving excursions.
10 recent thrift store finds in no particular order — I hit the flea markets and thrift stores once or twice a month and get weird CDs and cassettes. I like buying stuff that I would otherwise listen to on streaming… or never listen to from these local companies. We have CD players in our vehicles and I listen to CDs a lot driving. Cassettes mainly happen in my office when I am writing or drawing. So… a lot of what I look for is sort of “functional music” that I can do stuff to. I also snag up favorites from bands I love… I found 3 Wilco CDs at one shop last week!
Anyway, here are some recent favs.
Bonnie “Prince” Billy — Master and Everyone
youtube
Found in Longmont at the thrift store with the curated CD selection. Long time BPB fan, and I especially like how subdued this one is. Maybe not my all-time fav Oldham out there, but it’s great and the CD is in great shape.
The New American Orchestra — Blade Runner Soundtrack
youtube
Found at one of the flea markets in Fort Collins. Maybe the one with the lavender? This is an orchestral adaptation of the original Vangelis score, and it is about as smooth jazz as it gets. Incredible sweeping melodies. This version of “Blade Runner Blues” feels like something hiding on “In a Silent Way.” Ambient jazz for sure.
Chet Baker — Let’s Get Lost
youtube
Another one from the Longmont spot. Been obsessed with Chet Baker for a while now in that when I don’t know what I want to listen to, I just throw on any Chet’s greatest hits album and feel content. I love the arrangement on “My Ideal” with the toy piano and Chet’s voice and trumpet.
John Coltrane — The Gentle Side of John Coltrane
youtube
Also from the Longmont spot. I, of course, love wailing Coltrane. But I also think his sweet songs are some of his best. “After the Rain” is especially informing some of the arrangement choices I’ve been making on some new Fuubutsushi songs.
Shanghai Film Symphony Orchestra — An Dun (Calming the Emotions)
youtube
I buy a lot of random CDs like this, and I can’t remember where exactly this one came from. But yeah, foreign/new age/private press, etc. weird CDs… and most of the time they aren’t great… but this one is very good. When I find something like this that I like I google it later. When I did that with this CD, I found it on YouTube and this is my favorite comment about it: “Whenever I play this on a construction site, at first the guys complain. Then later they thank me for playing it. Saying they've never felt better.” My toddler seems to enjoy it in the car… I do too.
Claude Debussy — Images pour Orchestre. Preludes: La Fille aux Cheveaux de Lin
youtube
70 minutes of Debussy from Longmont ARC. Lots of solo piano from Peter Schmalfuss. I like that these recordings feel soft. Sometimes classical piano feels really hard, lots of attack, almost like microscopic. These recordings are more spacious. Chris from Fuubutsushi swears by Ravel, but I am team-Debussy.
Georgia Kelly — Seapeace: Music for Harp
youtube
Can’t remember where but found this in Colorado in a stash of pretty heady new age tapes. Later found out it’s a cult classic. It is a self-released one — the album was later reissued on other formats by new age labels — so I love knowing Ms. Kelly herself released this copy into the world and it has since ended up in my possession. The whole thing is on YouTube!
English Meadow: Environments — Environments 1, 4, 12: Slow Ocean, English Meadow, Intonation
youtube
I have all the Environments titles on LP and have since started collecting cassettes when I see them in the wild. These 3 are specifically my favorite Environments, so finding them all in one go felt like a thrifting triumph. I feel like English Meadow specifically sounds nice on cassette.
#dusted magazine#listed#m. sage#Bonnie “Prince” Billy#The New American Orchestra#blade runner#chet baker#john coltrane#Shanghai Film Symphony Orchestra#claude debussy#georgia kelly#environments#english meadow#Youtube
2 notes
·
View notes
Photo
CHURCH OF ST. MARY THE VIRGIN & CALVARY HILL, SAGADA, PHILIPPINES (October 9, 2015)
I was in Sagada in 2015 with my sister Eileen, office drinking buddies Mar and Mark, and my cousin Flo as a kind of treat. Mar and I had worked on some creative materials for Flo who was operating a travel agency specializing in Philippine ecotourism. And as a gesture of thanks, Flo offered to take us plus two other guests to this popular destination in the Mountain Province.
After settling in our inn and savoring a hot lunch of pinikpikan, Flo rounded us up for a walking tour. Our first stop was the church of St. Mary the Virgin, built by Anglican missionaries in the early 1900s to spread Christianity in the region. The serene structure is marked by its colorful rose window, wooden ceiling beams, and granite walls.
Outside is Cavalry Hill, which was but a prelude to another kind of cemetery that we were about to encounter as we progressed with our excursion.
Our next stop? The Hanging Coffins.
5 notes
·
View notes
Text
ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR CAMBELL BAY
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an archipelago located in the Bay of Bengal, are an enchanting part of India's territory. Among these islands lies the relatively lesser-known gem—Campbell Bay. Spanning an area of approximately 63 square kilometers, Campbell Bay stands as one of the most isolated and intriguing places within the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago.
Nestled at the southernmost tip of the Great Nicobar Island, Campbell Bay remains distinct due to its remarkable biodiversity, pristine beaches, and a unique cultural blend of indigenous tribes. Despite being relatively remote and less frequented by tourists, its allure lies in its untouched natural beauty and the captivating experiences it offers.
The primary draw of Campbell Bay is its rich biodiversity and ecological significance. The area hosts a diverse range of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic to the region. The forests of Campbell Bay are home to numerous species of plants, including rare orchids and medicinal herbs. The lush greenery and dense forests create a haven for wildlife, sheltering various species such as the Nicobar megapode, saltwater crocodiles, Nicobar tree shrews, and diverse bird species.
The marine life surrounding Campbell Bay is equally enthralling. The crystal-clear waters teem with vibrant coral reefs, making it an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. Exploring the underwater realm here unveils a kaleidoscope of marine creatures—colorful fish, sea turtles, rays, and occasionally, majestic whale sharks.
Beyond its natural allure, Campbell Bay also boasts a rich cultural tapestry. The indigenous communities of the Nicobar Islands, such as the Shompen and Nicobarese tribes, have inhabited these lands for centuries. Their unique way of life, traditional practices, and craftsmanship offer visitors a glimpse into a world that's both ancient and fascinating.
Visiting Campbell Bay is an adventure in itself due to its remote location and limited accessibility. Travelers usually arrive via ships or ferries from Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The journey may take several days, but the experience of sailing through the Bay of Bengal and witnessing the islands' gradual transition is a captivating prelude to the destination.
Accommodation options in Campbell Bay are limited, primarily comprising guesthouses and forest lodges managed by the local administration. This scarcity of tourist infrastructure adds to the area's allure, offering visitors a chance to disconnect from the bustling world and immerse themselves in nature's tranquility.
Exploring Campbell Bay involves trekking through dense forests, discovering secluded beaches, and engaging in water-based activities like snorkeling and diving. The Galathea National Park, encompassing a significant portion of the region, is a haven for nature enthusiasts and researchers interested in studying the unique biodiversity.
Preserving the ecological balance and protecting the indigenous tribes are paramount in Campbell Bay's conservation efforts. Sustainable tourism practices and responsible travel are encouraged to safeguard the fragile ecosystem and respect the cultural heritage of the tribes inhabiting these lands.
In conclusion, Campbell Bay stands as a testament to untouched natural beauty and cultural heritage within the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Its secluded location, vibrant biodiversity, pristine beaches, and rich indigenous culture make it an ideal destination for adventurous travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience. As efforts continue to conserve its ecological treasures, Campbell Bay remains a sanctuary where nature thrives and ancient traditions endure, inviting intrepid explorers to discover its hidden wonders.
#andamanislands#andaman excursion#andamantrip#andamanexcursion#holidaypackages#andaman islands#andamantour#vacation#andaman tour packages#travel#cambell-bay#andaman-island
0 notes
Link
0 notes
Text
"Eight Houses." From the Sannyasa Upanishad. The Exploration of the Mysteries of Exertion.
The second type of renunciate is called a Bahudaka, a beggar:
2.25. The Bahudaka ascetic wears tuft, etc., patched garment and three (horizontal) lines of holy ash on his forehead and is similar in all respects to the Kutichaka ascetic (except) that he subsists on eight mouthfuls of food gathered (as alms from eight houses), as a bee (does honey).
The beggar wears a patched garment signifying the verses of the Upanishads. The three lines are the three states of mind- tamas, rajas, and sattwa, which are delusion, aggression and nobility, and he subsists on eight kinds of food from the Eight Houses, which relate to the exhaustion of one's ignorance and becoming competent as an individual. The topic is not explored very much in Vedanta, but I have found a few references to the octopos that match concepts found in the Indian spiritual tradition.
Begging for food is a metaphor for being dependent on others for what one does not know.
The "objectivated" character seeks a knowledge that engages, by means of a single logic, exterior phenomena and those phenomena that impinge on his awareness, and assimilates a knowing capable of liberating him from the egotistical interests that derive from his rootedness in physical existence. His mode of learning is cognitive: it presupposes equivalence of intellect and language for the external world, and it develops by means of abstraction and by reasoning. Ontological difference is ruled by general laws. The real is rational in its entirety: Hegel. The real can be the object of infinite logical analysis: Peirce.
Nocturnal or closed objectivation (Knowledge): the control of restrictions and of constraints that leads beyond any material or existential dependence. The elimination of artifices, the neutralization of all excitation, the reasoned construction of self and the world. Knowledge liberates from ignorance and agitation.
Diurnal or open objectivation (Communication): experimentation on the self through implication in a fabric of abstract relations, the multiplication of mediatied relations with the environment, abolition of the ego and of the tragic sense of isolation in regard to the individual. Knowledge moves closer to man.
The eight Houses arrange themselves in a fairly logical succession. [52] In Communication and Friendship, the individual seeks to overcome his isolation: he becomes attuned to the world, then joins with other people. In Situation and Harmony, he seeks to overcome his impotence: he establishes himself in society, then opens himself to life in all its diversity. [53] In the Couple and in Knowledge, he seeks to overcome his incompleteness: he withdraws with the loved one, then with the knowledge he has gained.
In Mystery and Renown, he attains the end of his life and seeks to overcome his destiny: he abandons everything and discovers the ineffability of the world, then he is no longer in the world and leaves behind his heritage, his property, and his name.
The system is linked to the cycles of the sun as it crosses the sky and this explains the ways the vasanas or biases in life burn hot and then as the day ebbs, exhaust themselves as they are replaced with stronger, more intellectual and experienced and consequence based drivers of one's behavior.
If one desires to get rid of an addiction, for example first thing in the morning is a whopper, but the sunset, a prelude to a new day wherein one is free of the work and anguish is very much different than the beginning of the process.
As mentioned above, the process of sannyas is undertaken out of devotion to God and to one's Teacher who knows the way. It is an excursion into the unknown, performed out of trust and faith not because one knows the outcome.
The process of becoming wise even as one becomes less ignorant applies more than to just addictions. As the cycle above illustrates, it applies to one's professional life, marriage and eventual Self-Realization. Any time one desires to become less naive or dependent on others a trip into the unknown is required and follows this course across the sky, from dawn (hypothesis) to dusk (conclusion).
0 notes
Text
The Taj In India Company's Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour departs Delhi.
Taking a trip to see the Taj Mahal's ethereal splendor at daybreak is an extraordinary experience. One of the Seven Wonders of the World and a symbol of love, the Taj Mahal, is breathtakingly beautiful when the sun rises and casts its golden glow across its white marble surface. To capture this enchanted moment, The Taj In India Company provides an unmatched Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour departing from Delhi, guaranteeing an unforgettable journey to this remarkable landmark.
The Excursion Starts
Travelers are picked up in the luxury of an air-conditioned car from their lodgings in Delhi, Gurgaon, or Noida early in the morning, to begin the journey. The trip to Agra, the location of the Taj Mahal, is an adventure in and of itself. The calm countryside greets you as you leave the busy metropolis behind, providing a window into Indian rural life.
Reaching the Taj Mahal
Visitors are met by the sight of breaking dawn upon arriving in Agra, which is a prelude to the magnificent scenery that lies ahead. The Taj In India Company makes sure visitors get at the monument at the best moment to see the sun rise. Anxiety grows as the gates open, preparing us for the moment when the Taj Mahal, in all her splendor, is revealed. It is very enchanting to see the monument illuminated by the gentle morning light against the steadily rising sky.
A Memorable Observation
The tour is carefully designed to give visitors plenty of time to see the Taj Mahal, discover its background, and stand in awe of its stunning architecture. The Taj In India Company's knowledgeable guides enhance the experience by sharing amazing anecdotes about the monument's significance in Indian culture, its construction, and the love story that led to it. Photographers can shoot the monument in its most flattering light during the serene morning hours, away from the throng of people who swarm the complex later in the day.
Beyond the Imperial Palace
Although the tour's highlight is unquestionably the sunrise view of the Taj Mahal, The Taj In India Company provides a comprehensive experience that also includes visits to other important sights in Agra. Visitors can see the Taj Mahal first, then have breakfast at a nearby restaurant before visiting the Agra Fort, another UNESCO World Heritage Site that provides an overview of the opulent Mughal emperors' lifestyle. For a singular perspective of the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River, the tour may also include a visit to the Baby Taj or the Mehtab Bagh, depending on the itinerary that is selected.
Getting back to Delhi
Following an exciting and thought-provoking day, visitors are elegantly returned to Delhi, where they have ample opportunity to ponder about the events of the day. An comprehensive journey that encapsulates India's rich history, architectural wonders, and the eternal beauty of one of the most iconic structures in the world, the Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Delhi with The Taj In India Company is more than just a sightseeing excursion.
Why Opt for The Taj In India Company?
The Taj In India Company is notable for its dedication to provide individualized, superior tours. With expert guides, flawless transportation, and an emphasis on customer happiness, they ensure that every part of the tour is managed to perfection. The positive testimonials from previous visitors attest to their commitment to making the Taj Mahal dawn tour the highlight of any trip to India.
Taking The Taj In India Company's Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Delhi is an incredible experience that embodies India's spirit and spirit, surpassing mere monument exploration. This tour offers lifelong memories, whether you're a history buff, an avid photographer, or just want to see the Taj Mahal's magnificence.
From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Tour - By Car
Skip The Line
Duration : 1 Days
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Private Tour
Overview
If you have any desire to see the genuine magnificence of the Taj then you ought to book Taj Mahal Dawn Visit from Delhi. It is a one day visit bundle that beginnings from Delhi. You can pick your get and drop area anyplace in NCR. It very well might be an inn or home and even air terminal or rail line station. By booking this visit bundle, you will likewise be visiting Agra stronghold which likewise an UNESCO world legacy site in the city, only couple of moments drive from the Taj.
Tour Highlights
Pick up from hotel / airport /Railway Station/ home in Delhi, Noida & Gurugram.
Appearance in Agra, our pre-booked guide will take you to the Taj Mahal straightforwardly. During the touring guide will make sense of you everything exhaustively about this wonderful landmark.
Buffet Breakfast will be served at conspicuous eatery in Agra.
You will be at Agra Post for touring that will keep going for 1 hour and 30 minutes. It is perhaps of the most noticeable stronghold in India, when home to the leaders of Mughal Administration prior to moving the money to Delhi.
Exhibition of nearby workmanship and art of Agra like marble trinkets, pearls and stones, and floor covering winding around.
Lunch (Optional – at your own expense).
End of Taj Mahal Visit from Delhi, you will be driven back to your favored area in Delhi.
Tour Itinerary
02:30 A.M - Pick Up from hotel in Delhi/NCR and Drive to Agra.
Inclusion / Exclusion
Private tour
Transport by private, air-conditioned car
All sightseeing with private local guides
All taxes and service charges
Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off
Daily hotel breakfast (if tour booked with hotels option)
0 notes
Text
Which cholesterol is dangerous?
In the complexities of cardiovascular well-being, the acquaintance fills in as the passage disentangles the intricacies of cholesterol. Settled inside our circulatory system, cholesterol, frequently seen as a blade that cuts both ways, assumes a vital part in supporting life while holding onto the possibility of upsetting it. This starter segment of our investigation fills in as a compass, directing us through the maze of lipid profiles and their nuanced influence on our prosperity.
Here, we leave on an excursion to fathom the complexities of cholesterol, a lipid fundamental for different physical processes. As we dive into the profundities of this indispensable substance, the significance of recognizing its different structures comes to the very front. Past a simple mathematical portrayal on a lipid board, cholesterol uncovers its double nature, for certain sorts adding to the essentialness of our cells and others presenting possible dangers to our cardiovascular framework.
Inside this presentation, we set up a thorough investigation, encouraging a comprehension of LDL and HDL cholesterol, alongside the frequently neglected fatty substances. It is here that we establish the groundwork for disentangling the risks related to uneven characters in these lipid parts, giving a prelude to the basic factors that impact cholesterol levels and the ensuing basis for screening, counteraction, and the board methodologies. Go along with us as we explore the maze of cholesterol complexities, engaging ourselves with information for a heart-solid future.
Setting out on the excursion of understanding cholesterol discloses a complex scene, where the "Sorts of Cholesterol" segment fills in as a compass directing us through the multifaceted landscapes of lipoproteins. Inside the lipid ensemble of our circulation system, two vital participants become the overwhelming focus: LDL (Low-Thickness Lipoprotein) and HDL (High-Thickness Lipoprotein). These cholesterol variations, similar to heroes and bad guys in a physiological story, assume unmistakable parts of our general well-being.
Low-thickness lipoprotein (LDL), frequently named the "terrible" cholesterol, takes the spotlight first. This lipoprotein, loaded down with cholesterol atoms, winds through our courses, adding to the arrangement of blood vessel plaques and expected blockages, consequently lifting the gamble of cardiovascular illnesses. On the other hand, High-Thickness Lipoprotein (HDL), the "upside" cholesterol, arises as the protector, rummaging overabundance of cholesterol from the circulation system and moving it to the liver for discharge, going about as a defensive safeguard for heart wellbeing.
As we explore this extensive investigation of cholesterol types, we experience the less popular associate, fatty oils, winding around a nuanced story of their entwined relationship with cholesterol. Together, these lipid constituents make an ensemble that coordinates our cardiovascular prosperity, welcoming us to perceive their jobs and complexities in the continuous adventure of our wellbeing. Go along with us as we unwind the sections of LDL, HDL, and fatty oils, laying out a distinctive picture of cholesterol's double nature.
"Figuring out the Risks" unfurls as a basic part of our undertaking through the multifaceted scene of cholesterol. Here, we explore the incline of physiological outcomes, where the fragile equilibrium of lipoproteins can steer the results towards potential well-being chances. The risks intrinsic in blundered cholesterol profiles come to the very front, creating shaded areas on cardiovascular prosperity.
At the core of this investigation lies the unpropitious effect of raised LDL cholesterol, where the account spreads out into the domain of atherosclerosis and blood vessel plaque arrangement. This "terrible" cholesterol arises as a quiet provocateur, laying the foundation for cardiovascular infections that represent a huge danger to our essentials. All the while, the significance of its partner, HDL cholesterol, becomes the dominant focal point as we translate its job in defeating the perils presented by its LDL partner. The sensitive interaction between these cholesterol types turns into a story string, winding through the embroidery of heart wellbeing.
Inside this segment, we dive into the perils related to low HDL cholesterol, the unrecognized yet truly great individual's reduced ability to protect against heart-related difficulties. As the perils unfurl, we enlighten the complex dance among cholesterol and fatty substances, giving a complete comprehension of the likely outcomes of their lopsidedness. Go along with us as we explore the abrupt edges of cholesterol risks, engaging ourselves with information to protect our cardiovascular prosperity.
"Screening and Observing" marks a vital point in our undertaking into the domain of cholesterol the board, likened to the cautious gatekeepers of cardiovascular well-being. This section fills in as the sentinel, standing watch over the recurring pattern of lipid profiles, equipping us with the information important for proactive prosperity.
Here, we dive into the meaning of ordinary cholesterol screening, a foundation for understanding the powerful lipid scene inside our circulation system. As the account unfurls, we investigate the suggested recurrence of cholesterol checks, demystifying the cycle and enabling people to assume responsibility for their heart well-being. Key markers become reference points, directing us through the maze of mathematical qualities and proportions, interpreting test results into significant experiences.
Understanding cholesterol screening turns into a preventive measure as well as a symptomatic device, unwinding potential well-being gambles before they manifest. With a focus on cautiousness, we examine the importance of occasional checks and their job in early mediation, encouraging a culture of proactive well-being for the executives.
Go along with us as we explore the landscape of cholesterol screening and checking, where information turns into the compass directing us towards a heart-sound direction. It's a mathematical activity as well as a proactive position, changing information into informed decisions for a versatile cardiovascular future.
"Counteraction and The executives" arises as the enabling peak in our campaign through the many-sided scenes of cholesterol, where information changes into noteworthy procedures for strong cardiovascular well-being. This part is the signal enlightening the way towards a heart-solid future, offering a proactive guide to explore the nuanced transaction of the way of life and clinical intercessions.
As we set out on this excursion, we unwind the dietary proposals, highlighting food varieties that either support or challenge cholesterol harmony. The conversation reaches past simple dietary changes by embracing a comprehensive way of life approach, consolidating exercise and actual work as powerful devices in cholesterol the executives. Here, the account rises above the ordinary, empowering people to embrace maintainable propensities that resound with their remarkable well-being profiles.
Digging into the tool compartment of avoidance, we investigate the meaning of dietary enhancements as expected partners in the mission for ideal cholesterol levels. However, our process doesn't stop at the way of life decisions alone; it reaches out into the domain of medicine choices, unraveling when drug meditation turns into an essential part of cholesterol the executives.
Go along with us as we come full circle in our investigation in the area of "Avoidance and The executives," where data becomes strengthening. It's not just about moderating dangers; it's tied in with fashioning a versatile safeguard against the unobtrusive enemies that cholesterol might present. Together, we should make a customized story of proactive well-being, rising above the limits of cholesterol numbers to embrace a vigorous, heart-focused way of life.
#weight loss diet#healthy eating#i wanna lose weight#weight lifting#fitness and exercise#healthy diet#weight loss#fitness tips#healthy living#weight loss program#health & fitness#nutrition#healthy#fitness#workout#fitnessmotivation#healthcare#health and wellness#mental health
0 notes
Text
Title: "Sailing Serenity: The 8 Best Singapore River Cruises and Cable Car Combo"
Introduction:
Singapore, a city that seamlessly blends modernity with tradition, offers a plethora of unique experiences for travelers. One such enchanting combination is exploring the city through river cruises while enjoying the panoramic views from the Singapore Cable Car. Let's delve into the 8 best Singapore river cruises that seamlessly integrate with the Cable Car experience, starting with the allure of the iconic Singapore Cable Car.
Singapore Cable Car: A Skyward Prelude
Begin your river cruise adventure with a sky-high prelude by taking a ride on the Singapore activities. Offering breathtaking views of the city's skyline and iconic landmarks, this aerial journey sets the stage for an unforgettable exploration. Opt for the Sentosa Line for a scenic route that connects Mount Faber and Sentosa Island, giving you a bird's-eye perspective of the city's beauty.
Singapore River Cruise by Night: Glittering Cityscape
Embark on a magical Singapore River Cruise by Night, complementing your cable car experience with the dazzling city lights. Departing from Clarke Quay, this cruise takes you along the historic Singapore River, passing by illuminated landmarks such as the Merlion and Marina Bay Sands. The transition from the cable car's aerial views to the serene waters below creates a seamless and enchanting journey.
River Safari Cruise: Wildlife Encounter
For a unique fusion of nature and adventure, the River Safari Cruise is a must-do. Begin your exploration at the Singapore Zoo and hop on a boat that takes you through lush landscapes inhabited by exotic wildlife. As you traverse the Upper Seletar Reservoir, you'll witness the harmony of nature while enjoying a refreshing breeze. The juxtaposition of cable car views and the river safari's tranquility offers a diverse sensory experience.
Jungle Breakfast Cruise: A Culinary Delight
Combine your love for delectable cuisine with a river cruise on the Jungle Breakfast Cruise. Departing from the iconic Singapore River Safari, this cruise not only treats you to a delectable breakfast but also introduces you to wildlife along the riverbanks. The Cable Car's scenic journey prepares your appetite for the culinary delights awaiting you on this unique gastronomic adventure.
Historical Singapore River Cruise: Heritage Exploration
Immerse yourself in Singapore's rich history with a Historical River Cruise that seamlessly connects with your cable car experience. Starting at the vibrant Clarke Quay, this cruise takes you past historical landmarks like the Asian Civilisations Museum and Boat Quay. The cable car's lofty views are complemented by the narrated tales of Singapore's past, creating a comprehensive journey through time.
Duck Tour: Land and Sea Excursion
Combine both land and sea exploration with the Duck Tour, where amphibious vehicles seamlessly transition from road to river. Begin your journey by exploring city streets before plunging into the water for a river cruise adventure. The cable car's aerial views provide a unique perspective, preparing you for the thrilling plunge into the Singapore River.
Marina Bay Sands SkyPark Cruise: Skyline Marvel
Take your river cruise experience to new heights by incorporating a visit to the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark. As your cruise meanders along the Singapore River, the Cable Car's scenic journey becomes a perfect prelude to the awe-inspiring views from the SkyPark. Witness the city's skyline from a different angle, appreciating both the architectural marvels and the natural beauty that surrounds them.
Dinner Cruise: Gastronomy and Romance
Conclude your river cruise and cable car adventure with a romantic Dinner Cruise. Departing from Marina Bay, this cruise allows you to savor a sumptuous meal while drifting along the Singapore River. The cable car's panoramic views become a memory to cherish as you dine under the stars, creating a perfect blend of gastronomy and romance.
Conclusion:
Embarking on the 8 best Singapore river cruises that seamlessly integrate with the Cable Car experience offers a dynamic and immersive exploration of this vibrant city. From glittering nightscapes to wildlife encounters, this combination promises an unforgettable journey that encapsulates the diversity and charm of Singapore.
0 notes
Text
Cancun Airport Transportation: Navigating the Gateway to Paradise
Nestled along the pristine shores of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, Cancun is a world-renowned destination for sun-seekers, adventure enthusiasts, and culture aficionados alike. As travelers embark on their journey to this tropical haven, one crucial element often overlooked is the transportation from the airport to their accommodations. Cancun Airport Transportation plays a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth transition from the bustling terminals to the serene landscapes awaiting visitors.
Cancun International Airport, the second busiest airport in Mexico, serves as the primary gateway for those venturing into the Mexican Caribbean. Upon arrival, travelers are greeted with a myriad of options for reaching their final destinations. From private transfers to public buses, the choices can be overwhelming, each offering a unique blend of convenience, comfort, and cost-effectiveness.
For those seeking a seamless transition from the airport to their hotel, resort, or Airbnb, private transportation services stand out as a popular choice. These services provide a door-to-door experience, allowing weary travelers to bypass the stress of navigating unfamiliar streets or haggling with taxi drivers. Cancun Airport Transportation companies often offer a fleet of modern vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and vans, ensuring that groups of any size can be accommodated with ease.
One prominent player in the Cancun Airport Transportation scene is "Cancun Shuttle," a well-established company that has been facilitating travel for visitors since its inception. With a reputation for reliability and professionalism, Cancun Shuttle has become a go-to option for those seeking a comfortable and stress-free journey from the airport.
Upon booking with Cancun Shuttle, travelers can expect a personalized experience tailored to their specific needs. The process typically begins with an easy online reservation, where customers input their flight details, destination, and any special requirements. A confirmation email follows, providing peace of mind and a detailed overview of the upcoming transportation arrangements.
On the day of arrival, a uniformed and bilingual driver awaits passengers just outside the airport terminals, holding a sign with the traveler's name. This personal touch alleviates the often overwhelming experience of navigating a busy airport and ensures a smooth transition to the awaiting vehicle. The Cancun Shuttle fleet comprises modern, air-conditioned vehicles, guaranteeing a comfortable ride through the picturesque landscapes of the Yucatán.
Beyond the convenience of private transportation, another notable benefit is the ability to schedule pickups for return journeys or excursions during the stay. This flexibility allows travelers to explore the region at their own pace, knowing that reliable transportation is just a reservation away.
For budget-conscious travelers, alternative options such as shared shuttles or public buses may be more appealing. Shared shuttles, operated by companies like "Cancun Shared Shuttle," offer a cost-effective solution for those willing to share their ride with fellow travelers heading in the same direction. While this may extend the overall travel time as the shuttle makes multiple stops, it provides an opportunity to interact with fellow visitors and share insights about the destination.
Public buses, such as the ADO bus service, represent the most economical option. ADO buses connect the airport with various locations in and around Cancun, including the hotel zone and downtown. While the affordability is a major advantage, the trade-off comes in the form of longer travel times, potential language barriers, and the absence of a direct route to specific accommodations.
Regardless of the chosen mode of transportation, the journey from Cancun Airport serves as a prelude to the wonders that await in this vibrant destination. The scenic route, flanked by turquoise waters and lush greenery, offers a taste of the natural beauty that defines the Yucatán Peninsula.
As travelers embark on their journey, it's essential to consider not only the logistical aspects of transportation but also the broader context of sustainability and environmental responsibility. In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on eco-friendly travel options, prompting transportation providers in Cancun to adopt greener practices.
Companies like "Eco-Cancun Transportation" have emerged, placing a strong emphasis on minimizing their ecological footprint. Utilizing a fleet of hybrid and electric vehicles, Eco-Cancun Transportation aims to provide a sustainable alternative without compromising on comfort and convenience. This eco-conscious approach aligns with the increasing awareness among travelers about the environmental impact of their journeys.
In addition to private and shared transportation options, an increasingly popular choice for the environmentally conscious traveler is airport transfers via electric or hybrid taxis. Cancun has been at the forefront of incorporating eco-friendly alternatives into its transportation infrastructure, with a growing number of electric and hybrid taxis available at the airport. This shift towards sustainability reflects a broader global trend in the travel industry, as destinations strive to balance tourism's economic benefits with a commitment to preserving the environment.
In conclusion, Cancun Airport Transportation serves as the initial thread that weaves the tapestry of a traveler's experience in this Mexican paradise. The choice between private, shared, or public transportation hinges on individual preferences, budget considerations, and environmental consciousness. Whether it's the seamless and personalized service of companies like Cancun Shuttle, the cost-effective shared shuttles, or the budget-friendly ADO buses, each option contributes to the diverse array of choices available to those embarking on their Cancun adventure.
As travelers disembark from their flights and step into the warm embrace of the Yucatán Peninsula, the journey from the airport becomes more than just a physical transition—it becomes the gateway to the cultural richness, natural beauty, and warm hospitality that define the essence of Cancun.
0 notes
Text
Uncover Armenia's Wonders: Your Definitive 2-Week Travel Companion
Armenia, located in Eurasia's stunning South Caucasus region, entices visitors with a tapestry of rich history, varied scenery, and friendly hospitality. As the earliest Christian nation, the country has a history that dates back to 860 BC, as shown by ancient churches and monasteries. In this travel guide, we unearth the secrets of Armenia, providing a detailed 2-week itinerary along with the Armenia holiday package that guarantees a memorable exploration.
Yerevan: A Vibrant Prelude
Allow five days to begin your Armenian experience in Yerevan, the buzzing city. Indeed, Yerevan competes with its European equivalents by providing a gourmet refuge, a thriving wine sector, and a vibrant nightlife scene. Exploring the cultural tapestry of the city becomes imperative, with must-visit landmarks including the National Museum and the Genocide Museum, poignant reflections of Armenia's tumultuous history. Traverse the serene landscapes of Yerevan, adorned with picturesque parks like Swan Lake and Lover's Park, inviting you to indulge in unhurried walks and immerse yourself in the city's enchanting charm.
Gyumri: An Authentic Encounter
Set out on a picturesque journey to Gyumri, Armenia's second-largest city, which provides a true look into the country's essence. On weekends, the electric train from Yerevan delivers a wonderful excursion, concluding in a city with a central plaza, pedestrian streets, and the remains of a Soviet amusement park. Gyumri's marketplaces, black castles, and museums uncover layers of history, allowing you to engage with the local way of life.
Dilijan: Switzerland of Armenia
Travel through stunning landscapes to Dilijan, known as Armenia's Switzerland. Enjoy the peace and quiet of Dilijan's national park, where trekking routes connect Parz Lake and Haghartsin Monastery. Dilijan is an ideal getaway, allowing you to relax in the midst of green mountains while learning about the old monastic traditions of Sanahin, Akhtala, and Haghpat.
Areni: Wine and History Unveiled
The route from Dilijan to Areni is interspersed with a halt at Lake Sevan, where the Sevanavank Monastery provides panoramic views. Discovering Areni reveals the region's 6100-year winemaking past, providing a deep look into its rich viticultural heritage. Enjoy the local food, immersing yourself in tastes that have developed over time. The Areni-1 cave is an intriguing attraction for history buffs, cradling the world's oldest vineyard and delivering a remarkable voyage through time.
Goris: Stonehenge and Mountain Villages
Along the road to Goris, you'll pass by historic monuments such as Noravank Monastery and Karahunj, Armenia's Stonehenge. Goris entices visitors with unusual features such as Khndzoresk, an abandoned mountain settlement with caverns and ruins. Explore Tatev Monastery, which is accessible by the world's longest reversible ropeway and offers stunning vistas.
Return to Yerevan: Culmination and Reflection
The return drive to Yerevan allows for observation of renowned monuments such as Khor Virap, which reflect Armenia's Christian past. Spend your final day in Yerevan slowly, maybe shopping for souvenirs at Vernissage or touring the magnificent Amberd Church. Reflect on your journey, absorbing the rich recollections of Armenia.
Sustainable Travel Tips for Armenia:
Interact with Locals: Make genuine connections by connecting with locals and getting their advice.
Environmentally Friendly Practices: Support ecotourism by carrying reusable bags and eschewing plastic. Choose eco-hotels and locally-owned lodging.
Explore on Foot: Discover the charm of Armenian cities and towns by walking, allowing for delightful surprises and hidden gems.
Utilize Public Transportation: Embrace Armenia's efficient public transportation, from subways to buses and trains, for a local experience.
Support Local Markets: Visit local markets for handmade goods and contribute to the community by fair haggling.
Sum Up:
Armenia beckons travelers with a distinctive fusion of ancient marvels and dynamic landscapes, inviting them to embark on a journey that transcends time. Your fortnight in Armenia promises an experience with an Armenia tour package beyond mere sightseeing, offering enduring impressions of a nation rich in history, culture, and heartfelt hospitality.
0 notes
Last Seen Blogs
ripsboy
Tasty MALE Treats for OVER 18 yo!
finallyl0ve
여행 it's my life~
solarnest
Untitled
keeptober
Keeptober 2023
tolgaa
İsimsiz