The Gaza floating pier plan is an odd one, I was doing a bit of research & thinking on its logic. Like obviously you can get more aid in Gaza right now, its just Israel (and also Egypt, who buck-passes on this constantly) refuses to in turn increase aid or admit that aid is being truly slowed. Though also its a function of the fact the demand for aid is much higher than before, both through destroyed stocks, loss of domestic agricultural output (which Gaza had a little of pre-war), and supply needs for the occupation forces. And its not like the US right now really wants to get more involved in this issue, its net losses for the US as far as the eye can see. So it puts a bit of a permanent stake in a situation one would rather not, to solve a problem whose cause is tangential to this solution.

But on digging I do see the logic in it - essentially its a sign of the US - or lets the say the Biden admin, good to be specific - losing faith in not only Israel's conduct in the war, but also its goals for the war at all. It symbolizes that not only does the Biden admin expect them to not overly budge on the blockade issue, but they still will not be overly budging on it several months from now. But that this isn't a part of some Grand Strategy on their part, a strategic play to idk pressure Hamas to come to the table or even like weaponize suffering to cause legitimacy collapse. They just can't get around to a coherent end-state vision here, and things like aid restrictions are just strategy theatre run amok, "can't let in the ~weapons oh no" thoughts running on autopilot while Israel fights with itself over its goals. You can tell this because they are letting the port happen! They could just say no, if Lebanon tried to do this they would bomb it.

But of course while the Biden admin is less than thrilled about increased involvement, it (primarily) knows how badly this issue is damaging rep in the middle east given its stuck with its wedded ally, (secondarily) generally is opposed to famine and human rights crimes in any context and needs a strong reason to ignore them (which, to be clear, does happen sometimes, but this the baseline), and (tertiarily) doesn't love the domestic tension the issue is generating. And it no longer trusts Israel to fix its own mistakes in this regard. So it wants to "take it out of their hands" - now the US can set the tempo of aid deliveries, and Israel can't really stop it. (Like sure if they truly throw down they can block aid, they are going to cooperating on security for the pier, but it would be big leap in spiting the US for them to do that) It bypasses their dysfunction, which they expect to be ongoing. ~2 months from now the US can make sure if/when things have continued to go badly it can start mitigating harm and also control the narrative better.

This is cold comfort for any of the ongoing problems today, which are legion. But the other message of the pier is that those aren't changing. Israel isn't budging, and hey we haven't mentioned em yet but Hamas isn't budging either, they scuttled the latest round of cease fire talks and know that their demand of a permanent cease-fire at this point is a non-starter so I think that shows status quo reigning. Hey, maybe we will see what comes out of Doha in the next few days, but I bet it won't be too surprising (a short term hostage exchange is possible but that won't relieve the big issues). I am low certainty on this but if I am Hamas I think so far this is "going according to plan", certainly they wish they were inflicting more causalities on the IDF but they have a track record of realism on this one, they knew this would happen and politically things have been going well for them. And Israeli's political dysfunction seems stable as long as no elections are called, which is the smart money right now (Unless the Orthodox Jewish Freerider Problem blows the coalition up). So for the Biden Admin, the overton window for immediate action is very small, which means that they think plans that have longer time horizons make sense.

Idk it could just be them flailing and trying to look like they are Doing Something, but generally their track record on this front is pretty solid, Biden FP has been grounded (not the same as universally effective, though I think its been good overall). And Doing Something only works if it isn't a boondoggle, 2 months from now isn't after the election after all. Incompetence is possible, sure, but given their track record not my baseline, and I think the logic here does check out. Time will tell...

Misfits and Sandbox

Some words to show what i mean with "sandbox" in Misfits

And I mean something like a mix of The Sims and Lego.

That's really my vision when someone says sandbox. Oh and GTA IV. Liberty City and stuff, you know. GTA V was a bit too overwhelming for me. But, really, when im thinking about modern sandbox (something that does not involve "medieval" aesthetic and low tech) my mind goes back to my time playing with Legos and the hours that I spent with different iterations of The Sims and all the gratuitous crime i commited as I child/teen robbing vehicles and just doing whatever.

I also like the procedurally generated vibe, as in the osr/nsr scene with the tables as input driven engines, or with roguelikes in digital games, specially when they are well executed with a twist (like hades and the fragmented narrative).

So, this is my way of integrating that stuff. The procedural generated stuff is where i idealize the mechanics, generating narrative with die and choices from tables. Also, i think my goal for subsystems is one of generating stuff to make actions more significant than the usual "just RP it" or "just write a short entry" (for solo ttrpg). Like the famous clocks from Blades and a myriad of other cool games. Soon i hope to expand that to other stuff that I'm still daydreaming about (dating system! car chases! smooching people!). For now the game is Acting and Plans. In terms of mechanics frontiers for the Misfits. Acting is normal rolls that get solved in itself and Plans are more like long term or complex stuff with clocks and checks to fill ticks for resolution.

That's it.

The rest is Lego, a big toybox with stuff for you to play with, and the Sims, some Faces for you to meet, fall in love, fuck, kill, befriend, move together, rob, etc.

That feeling is what I'm wanting more in analogic games, specially my designs. There's a lot of stuff for you to see and interact and daydream and even play about. And there's also a set of things that make this little world consistent.

I want to provide interesting toys and interesting faces and expand on the procedures to make those trips to this little world more interesting. Fun takes many forms. Maybe it can be more spicy or erotic. Maybe it will be powerfantasy, cape shit. Maybe something more heavy, political or tinged with horror. I think that's my goal, cover all those possible vibes of stories that comics managed to fit into people capable of defying reality using cool costumes and spilling cringe dialogue.

Right now Im planning on divide things in "Tapes". Each tape is like a season and have a name that's also kind of a more structured group of faces and happenings that will do things that can show up in future seasons. Some form of persistent world. I know that's not very popular nowadays with most people in indie ttrpg spaces but i admit im a sucker for weird plots encompassing a game universe in a greater narrative. I think it's nice to play in a bigger world. Have some kind of canon, or at least possible canons. I also think that marvel multiverse shit made people feel sick of it but im not elaborating.

Im not making a canon that you have to know to play the game or anything, but the Tapes will have this little bits of stuff that i pretend to mention in the next and, maybe, creating some kind of persistency with Faces and Places that you can use in your playsessions or just scrap it off or pick it a part.

So, I'm not capable yet of assembling things into a coherent layout, but i want to get some pieces of Misfit outta in the world. Here are some building blocks (hah) of what your Misfit will interact in the world:

Faces are people to meet. Places are places to go. Happenings are like encounters, things that happen in the world, favours that Faces ask, or just slices of life

Later I pretend to divide those tables in Regions, each one with a vibe more well defined and some neighboorhoods.

FACES: 1 - Key, bald drug smuggler with a mustang, a mumble speech and the ghost of his dead brother to raise. 2 - Van Helith, tireless basketball player, dreams with the big lights, cocky but kinda awkward with people. 3 - Eva, extremely powerful freak. she's slowly dying because of her powers but also discreetly searching for a cure. successful businesswoman, practically lives in her private jet. 4 - Hobbs, DJ who's also a kaoist who uses sonore dissonance to fuel their magic. 5 - Montaineblanc, revived semi cadaveric ex-royalty. perverse and rotten human being, enjoys his newfound immortality. 6 - Ceci Boo, overworked freelancer. pretty crafty philosopher. talented martial fighter. fae bloodline, she does not know. a little misanthropic. 7 - Noah, psyonic, talented musician. Usually depressed. uses his powers to play multiple instruments at once. 8 - Haysha, smoker, tormented psyonic e-celebrity, likes to drive fancy cars. 9 - Michael Zaraj, a bloody, also mad scientist and toxin experimentalist. made mutating intelligent spiders to have minions capable of bring humans for him to experiment on. 10 - Any Corvo, popstar and "crimefighter". a hot fash who streams music and murders petty thiefs in revealing pink and black costume for her far right audience. lethal swords. seems like a build up persona. 11 - Mindy, traveled a lot as kid, never knew what is home. Can always be seem with her red bike full of patches. Blunt and suspicious. 12 - Joan, artist, has a little online following by her creepy collage projects. The themes of her pieces are a contrast to her ponytails and flowery jumpsuits 13 - Benji Skrinar, talented dev, prolly a cybersyko but he hides it well. Does some online scams for an extra buck. 14 - Max London, Ex highschool quarterback, now a model. Hates to travel. Knows everybody important in their hometown and is kinda of a local hero. 15 - Talissa Mür, a know face in circles of luxury events, restaurants and parties. Seems like some kind of heiress, but actually does a dirty job in an Exclusion Zone as a geneticist. Vos, an ex huntress that left behind the fucked up reality of The Houses. Now they are the guard commander of a small castle 16 - Ethel, a librarian and weaver. Trans girl stranded from her big family, arrived in the region to start living with her caring but confuse and troubled dad. 17 - Natalie, prodigy student and Supe. Her family was one of the rare exceptions that didn't want their daughter becoming part of a Corpo, which she did mainly as an act of pure rebellion, but also to exercise some control to her life for the first time. 18 - Hellen, knows as her stage name of Ziggy, is a freak with teleportation powers, dancer and singer. Performances like hers, mixing entertainment and powers, are getting really popular. She is discreet with her identity, but soon will attract wrong attention 19 - Mulaney, idealistic boy born into nobless, discharged from C.A.G.E. after caught sabotaging operations. His family saved his ass and now he is backpacking around the countryside thinking in ways of "dismantling the system" (but mostly just vibing. he is rich, after all) 20 - Cora, Psyonic, top of their class in The Citadel, the prestigious college for Overly Capable Humans. After few drinks will spit out that they have beem abduced twice. If drinks waaay to much will admit that cheats in every test with a complex methodology (it's a heavy burden for them)

PLACES: 1 - Small coffee shop named Plantoffe. Lots of weird plants. runned by an middle age couple. 2 - Master Tara's Boxing Club. A franchise of generic martial arts with underpaid instructors 3 - Bills Square, billboards everywhere, neon and luxury stores mix with tall comercial buildings, a mix of tech and finances. Security cameras and cops are omnipresent in this vicitnies. 4 - Makeout Creek, a little creek near the high school, famous spot for teens to hang out and... well, mostly smoke weed but some actually still makeout 5 - Gemini Hills, just out of the city. a spot with parks, places to eat and with a great view of the skyline. 6 - A moto bike shop decorated with random esoteric stuff and violet neon lights called Azphalt 7 - An abandoned construction site. upon further looking there's trash, a mattress and signals of a rushed escape. 8 - An old mass grave turned to a boring park with a couple of benches and a monument in honour of a dead local stray dog named Chico. 9 - A plaza in the Campus. A brutalist fountain sits at the center of it, with different handrails, elevations and concret benches being used by skaters to perform different tricks. Cliques of college students gossip and drinks and eat observed by the scorching sun. 10 - Caricá Beach, paradisiac little spot, hide between deep vegetation and a hill that ends in a rocky cliff used for risky jumps into the water

HAPPENINGS: 1 - Missing posters of a boy. His brother handling pamphlets, asking for help. The cops are ignoring the case after coming back from the woods with scared eyes. 2 - A neighbor is moving out and found some weird stuff in a basement that they had never noticed. At least they will tell you that. 3 - Two girls asking for help, last night they were hired to dance in a party in a secluded club. Turns out thar it was the last rite of a suicide cult and today they are locking themselves in a gold revested bunker to transmit their conscious to a new dimension. Oh, the leader really seemed to have some weird powers. 4 - The bus from the local basketball team broke. They could use some help to reach the game. Also, their reserve squad is lacking some players... 5 - Traveling band of street artists is being held and investigated by two strange Border Patrol cops. 6 - Sunglasses, tans, boys without shirts and groups of people in beach clothing in the trail that leads to the Costa Esmeralda beach. 7 - A C.A.G.E unit running roadblocks, aiming to pass an image of security to the a region with recent unrests 8 - A thematic party at the sorority-run bar Pinkgarden. Good opportunity for getting laid, do some networking or play the hero stopping a mortal brawl between highly intoxicated supe rivals

Chiyonshoh, the Tajik Spy

(not pictured in the first image)

The first time Chiyonshoh meets Spy and Pauling he's actually Very Fucking Scared of both of them. Because neither of them are freaking out about having just committed a murder.

Chiyonshoh is genuinely a small time criminal. he's a slippin jimmy type guy except less successful. He's used to having options that consist of having to bribe his way out of a situation, taking an L in the form of a grave injury, or running away. He's used to handling the consequences of his own actions. No one else's.

And now these fucking strangers killed a man. killed a man whose blood stained fingerprints are now LITERALLY all over Chiyonshoh's permanent records. He nods along when they're like "hey we 'saved you' from xyz consequences" but mentally he's like. Oh Шайтон, we're really in it now.

He became a wanted criminal not for any of the hundreds of crimes he committed, but for one he didn't.

It's not that he's unfamiliar with violent crime, it's that for all his criminal behavior in terms of theft et cetera, he's usually the recipient of violence if things go awry. If there were truth to bones healing stronger than they started, he’d be made of stone by now, because things very often went awry.

Pauling and Spy are not the type of people whose offers he can negotiate (ie, beg, grovel, promise) down to a shattered kneecap and leaving him alive to tell the tale, like he could with that smuggling gang in Tambov after getting caught robbing them blind. In Tambov, by luck, sheer luck, the only one with a gun was too antsy to aim correctly, instead just barely missing his actual joint. Chiyonshoh is very good at doing that broken-bone scream though, and after they left him in the mud he managed to walk away with a harsh scar from where the bullet grazed him, rather than a permanent limp. Luck, Chiyonshoh's stupid, demented, undeserved luck could deal with gangsters fine... sort of, given that his idea of a good outcome left him permanently scarred. Call him an optimist, or a masochist, but he wasn't a maniac like these murderers.

Chiyonshoh wasn't even sure if either Pauling or Spy would have qualms about beating him to death with the dead official's telephone if he raised an objection at all. so he went along with them, quietly, for once. and he nodded when they said he was "lucky to be found by Mann Co." and for a long time while traveling, he kept his mouth firmly shut.

Mann Co wants him because he routinely survives when the odds say he absolutely had no chance. He doesn't... succeed in his original goals very much, but he doesn't die trying either. The truth is, he just has really, really incredible instincts for getting out of a situation. Most of the time. He's terrible about avoiding messes, but excellent at surviving them. He blunders his way in, and solves his way out.

In short: a perfect spy, at least for certain, very specific, purposes.

On the other hand, mann co actually did help Zhangir, because it was convenient for the company to do.

While Chiyonshoh was slippery enough that the company had to really force him into a corner in an extreme way, Zhangir was already rapidly running out of options, and running from the law. instead of an offer he couldn't refuse, his offer was one he wouldn't refuse.

Some thoughts on my last Gamefly rental, Collar x Malice(Switch version):

After the return of a terrorist group named Adonis, who have kidnapped and killed several people, including police officers, broadcasting the murders on video-sharing sites and leaving calling cards that are counting down to ‘X-Day’, Shinjuku is quarantined in an attempt to contain them, the Swords and Firearms Possession Control Law being repealed to supposedly give citizens more safety and let the newly available firearms be tracked. Adonis claims to be doing this to ‘pass judgment’ on sinners, and that ‘Japan will be reborn’ on X-Day.

A new police force is formed, Special Regions Crime Prevention Office (SRCPO) to deal with the now sealed-off Shinjuku, and the protagonist, Ichika Hoshino(given name can be changed) is a part of this force, taking calls and complaints from those in the city, listening to and trying to help with their problems, and doing patrols. 

One night, after going to check on a called-in disturbance, she is knocked out and captured, waking up in a church with a collar around her neck. A member of Adonis speaks to her through it, telling her that the collar contains a deadly poison that will be administered if she tries to tell the police about it, and that they can monitor her through it, intending to use her as a ‘social experiment’.

A group of several men, later revealed to be former officers trying to solve the X-Day cases on their own, soon show up and save her, but Adonis seems to see Ichika as a potential sympathizer and makes it sound as if they have a mole in the police force, leading to distrust and suspicion from both sides.

Now, Ichika has to work with this group to investigate and stop the X-Day cases and Adonis, find a way to safely remove the collar, and not accidentally get herself killed during the investigation.

Three of the Routes(Enomoto, Sasazuka, and Kei), are available at the start. You get to pick Shiraishi’s after clearing one of those three, and Yanagi’s after finishing the other 4(that’s also the best order to do the first 3). You need to pick specific choices during the Common Route to have their options open up when making the decision, and Yanagi's will be available to pick after selecting Start from the Main Menu.

I like how each love interest’s Route covers different parts of the X-Day case investigation, with each having personal ties to them in some way, gradually revealing more about what’s going on and what Adonis’ goals are.

A unique feature of this game is that, at a few points in the story, Ichika will have to use her gun, and a short minigame will start. In it, you need to line up a shrinking circle with the scope’s targeting reticle and then hit A at the correct time to fire/aim successfully. Failing these parts during the story will lead to a Bad End, but I think you can practice this at the police department’s Firing Range whenever she is in the building.

A factor in determining what endings you may get is Ichika’s Trust and Affection with whoever Route she’s on(viewable on the Pause menu under Status). Some choices won’t immediately lead to Bad Ends, but won’t raise either of those two and if it’s too low at certain points, you won’t be able to continue the story properly or get their Good End, depending on where you are in their Route and need to go back with an old save.

A useful feature is giving you brief descriptions of terms and story details throughout the game that can be viewed at any time from the Pause menu under ‘Materials’ and ‘Dictionary’.

Some themes of the game are about police corruption and mismanagement(some in the story have had bad or questionable actions, such as a mistaken arrest with big repercussions, covered up or spun to sound good), some of them not doing their jobs correctly or possibly not thoroughly enough(some X-Day cases were declared ‘closed’ without the full truth being found out before Ichika and the others investigate them), finding out the reason why some people were committing their crimes or supporting Adonis but not excusing or justifying them(especially in regards to what Adonis views as it’s ‘justice’), ‘Justice vs Revenge’, the ‘cycle of hurting’ and more, and I think they’re handled well. There are other characters on the force besides just Ichika that do their job properly(though willing to be a bit grey a bit in cases such as Sasazuka’s hacking), showing how things should be done, so it’s not a condemnation of all of them, just those that allow corruption and mishandling to occur or engage in them, whether out of convivence or their own interests. Also, some viewpoints are from a Japanese perspective, such as regarding the Swords and Firearms Possession Control Law.

This is probably just because of my own tastes, but I didn’t care for some of the vocal music tracks, aside from the one for Yanagi's ending. ^^;

I feel like Aksys should have given the script a second glance since while it’s mostly good, there were some script and text formatting errors I noticed(one that could accidentally send you to a Bad End near the end of Yanagi’s Route).

Ichika feels like a pretty strong, well-done otome protagonist to me, always trying to be proactive, and has a strong will and her own sense of justice, never giving in to Adonis outside of a possible Bad End, as well as trying to convince those that decide to chose to work for Adonis to change their ways.

Of the love interests, Enomoto and Yanagi were my favorites, but the others are good, too. Sasazuka is a bit too tsun for me, though.

...you know, I’m not into dudes, but some of their romantic lines were really nice. <.<

Overall, the story’s pace feels fairly quick, and the Common Route doesn’t take too long to get through before choosing a Route, and you can select which Chapter from the Main Menu to start from if you are trying for all CGs/endings. There’s no flowchart, though. Here’s a set of guides I used.

I may get to its fan-disk sequel, Collar X Malice Unlimited, but not right away.

Next game being sent is: Dusk Diver.

RSA (Reflection) (LO2 & LO3)

I know I have to make something substantial by the end of this unit but I think I want to slow down (Yes, all I’ve posted previously still stands and it’s in chronological order of my process except the Investigative study part).

My process

Whoever is grading me has witnessed my process for a year or two. This means, you can tell how I always go back and forth to try to produce the most visually appealing thing. However, with this brief, this is obviously isn't about me. It's about the people with skin conditions. Thus, I’ve Re-read the brief and Rich advice it’s all about going back to my research.

My research

Whilst researching, I found that there are three main issues concerning the target audience of skin condition youth; Representation, Enlightenment and Community. I can't represent their community (I wanted to do this via art but this isn't a short term problem that can be fixed with one campaign of beauty). This is why I focused on community and enlightenment. Presently, my USP is enlightenment or getting my target audience to express/tell their stories. After interviewing my target audience, I realised that some of them had to do personal research (as there is limited research on most skin conditions) and the working solutions or diets they've been using weren't advice in a medical setting. Thus, my solution doesn't lie in creating technology that can treat a condition but spread awareness of it so others can become interested, leading to ground-breaking future research.

13 Reasons why?

Now, one may be wondering why I brought up the book/tv series. It's simple, because it was bad but focused on a social issue (which is my goal too) until the seond to fourth season arrived. It's main premise was discussing on the matter of suicide back in 2017 but why was it so successful. Some would argue it's because of the book won Best selling author (Do you know how many best selling authors there are?). The reason it was popular is because it was so raw, honest and all characters were flawed. You see, in advertising or society now, we glamourise everything but 13 reasons didn't glamourise suicide, neither did it commend it (this is where it failed as it showed the MC ending herself and that gave room for teens to learn a new way to end themselves). So how exactly was it so raw and honest?

Synopsis: Hannah Baker was an 11th or 10th grader (I don't really recall), that ended herself and created 13 tapes giving each reason why she ended herself. These reasons are people that bullied her and whatnot.

Now, we are done with the synopsis, it's also important to analyse the method she told her story that got everyone shook = tapes. When designing, it's important to consider all 5 senses (taste, smell, sound, touch and sight). By telling her story in her own p.o.v via tapes (sound), it felt highly disturbing. There’s a reason a lot of crime podcasts focus on audio (most humans are highly saturated with visual elements that their other senses are heightened).

How I can implement senses in my design

I don't know how to represent skin conditions with smell and not get canceled. However, I can focus on mainly touch (phone so it can be accessible to a wide audience), visuals (imagery of skin conditions) and audio (the voices of my target audience telling their stories).

My idea in a more polished manner

A platform featuring a speech-to-text audio filter. Basically, individuals will be physically recorded on their phones (they won't be able to see themselves) so it's not just speech. The reason I do this isn't just because of accessibility. The world is revolutionizing and I also have to follow that path of problem solving. It's also not something I’ve invented from nowhere, there is pre-existing research on gesture-to-speech.

After recording themselves, it's then posted to the community page where people can relate, share and support the message. (This is my reward system)

Now, one may be thinking, they could post audio on other social media platform and edit their voices (e.g TikTok has voice filters). Well, that is exactly why I have to implement the gesture—to-speech, because there won't be anything else that makes my idea stand out.

There will also be the option to full view a post and read the captions.

Struggles

I have been making prototypes but struggled to create visuals for the platform. So, I need to do more research on illustrations or something. Staring at a dull purple viewport will be boring.

Name

Instead of DermaLink, I have changed it to talkderma.

Brand colors

The colors, I will be using as stated before comprises of mostly purple as that's the connecting link between HS and eczema (my two audiences). HS awareness ribbon is purple whilst eczema is purple and orange. I thought of implementing orange but looking through successful UI’s, the color palette comprises mostly of 3 main colors (it also reminded me of Instagram and that is definitely the OPPOSITE of my idea).

Conclusion

It seems like I'm reiterating the same thing over and over again. However, this is a post that shows I’ll be focusing on visual research before hopping into prototyping.

The Black Dahlia: Unsolved Mystery

In the world of true crime, few cases have captured the public's imagination quite like that of the Black Dahlia: the haunting unsolved mystery of Elizabeth Short. This case encompasses a range of chilling details, from the profile of a possible serial killer to the forensic analysis of evidence at the crime scene. With no known suspects and a multitude of unanswered questions, this captivating case has long fascinated both detectives and armchair sleuths alike. Join us as we delve into the depths of this infamous cold case, exploring the dark details and unsettling secrets surrounding Elizabeth Short's tragic demise. "Uncover the Dark Secrets Behind History's Most Infamous Killers!" Serial Killer Profile A serial killer is an individual who commits a series of murders, typically with a cooling-off period in between each crime. It is important to understand the profile of a serial killer in order to aid in their identification and apprehension. While the motivations and characteristics of serial killers can vary, there are often common traits that can help investigators narrow down their search. Modus Operandi The modus operandi, or MO, refers to the specific methods and patterns a serial killer employs when committing their crimes. This includes the selection of victims, the manner in which they are killed, and any specific rituals or behaviors they exhibit. Understanding the MO can provide valuable insight into the killer's psychology and aid in creating a profile. Signature A signature is a unique and distinct behavior or characteristic that a serial killer includes in their crimes, separate from the actual act of murder. It is a personal stamp left by the killer, often for psychological satisfaction or to communicate something specific. The signature can vary greatly between different serial killers, and recognizing it can be crucial in linking seemingly unrelated crimes. Unsub (Unknown Subject) The term "unsub" refers to an unknown subject, typically used in law enforcement to describe an unidentified criminal. In the case of a serial killer, the unsub is the individual responsible for the string of murders. The hunt for the unsub involves gathering information, analyzing evidence, and developing a comprehensive profile to aid in their identification. Crime Scene Investigation The investigation of a serial killer's crimes is a complex process that involves meticulous attention to detail and a thorough examination of the crime scene. Detectives and forensic experts work tirelessly to collect evidence, document the scene, and piece together the puzzle left behind by the killer. The ultimate goal is to gather enough information to identify and apprehend the perpetrator. Evidence Evidence is a crucial element in any criminal investigation, and the case of a serial killer is no exception. This can include physical evidence such as DNA, fingerprints, and any items left at the crime scene that may provide valuable clues. It can also extend to witness statements, surveillance footage, and any other information that may aid in the investigation. DNA DNA analysis is a powerful tool in the fight against crime, including serial killings. By collecting and analyzing DNA samples from crime scenes and comparing them to a database of known individuals, investigators can potentially identify the killer or establish connections between different crimes. Advances in DNA technology have played a significant role in solving cold cases and bringing justice to victims. Fingerprint Fingerprints have long been recognized as a unique identifier for individuals, and their presence at a crime scene can provide valuable evidence. Fingerprint analysis involves comparing the patterns and ridges left behind by friction ridge skin on surfaces and can help identify suspects, link them to the crime scene, or exclude them as potential perpetrators. Profiling Criminal profiling is a specialized field that attempts to create a psychological and behavioral profile of an unknown perpetrator based on the evidence from the crime scene and the characteristics of the victims. Profilers use their expertise to provide investigative leads and help narrow down the pool of potential suspects, based on patterns, motivations, and other aspects of the crimes. This image is property of static.wikia.nocookie.net. "Dive Deep: What Really Drives a Psychopath?" Victimology Background Understanding the background of the victims is an essential part of any criminal investigation, as it helps establish potential motives and may provide insight into the killer's selection process. Victimology involves studying the lives, relationships, and histories of those targeted by the serial killer in order to identify any commonalities or patterns. Psychopathy Psychopathy is a personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, remorse, and a disregard for the rights and well-being of others. Serial killers often exhibit psychopathic traits, and understanding the psychological makeup of the killer can provide valuable insights into their motives and behaviors. Motive Determining the motive behind a serial killer's crimes can be a complex task, as it often resides in the depths of the killer's mind. However, studying the victims, their relationships, and the circumstances surrounding the crimes can help investigators piece together possible motivations. Common motives for serial killers include power, control, sexual gratification, or a desire for infamy. Autopsy Autopsies play a crucial role in determining the cause and manner of death for the victims of a serial killer. They provide invaluable forensic evidence, including details of injuries, trauma, or any other factors that may aid in the investigation. Autopsies can also help establish the timeline of the crimes and provide additional information about the killer's methods. Justice Incarceration Once a serial killer is apprehended and proven guilty, they are typically incarcerated as a means of ensuring public safety and preventing further harm. Incarceration can take the form of imprisonment, with a life sentence or death penalty, depending on the jurisdiction and severity of the crimes committed. Apprehend Apprehending a serial killer is often the result of extensive investigative work, including the collection and analysis of evidence, witness statements, surveillance, and a combination of various law enforcement techniques. The goal is to locate and apprehend the suspect, bringing an end to their reign of terror. Interrogation Interrogation is a crucial step in the criminal justice process, as it allows law enforcement to question the suspect, gather information, and potentially obtain a confession. Skilled interrogators utilize various techniques to elicit information, often relying on psychological tactics to break down the suspect's defenses. Criminal Justice The criminal justice system plays a vital role in the prosecution and conviction of serial killers. It involves the collaboration between law enforcement agencies, lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals to ensure a fair and just trial. The ultimate aim is to hold the killer accountable for their actions and provide closure for the victims' families. Eyewitness Eyewitness testimony can be instrumental in identifying and convicting a serial killer. Witnesses who have seen or interacted with the killer, either at the crime scene or in other circumstances, provide crucial firsthand information that can corroborate evidence or lead to new breakthroughs in the investigation. This image is property of i.ytimg.com. "Evil Minds Decoded: Are You Brave Enough to Understand?" Cold Case Documentary Cold cases, including those involving serial killers, often attract widespread attention and intrigue. Documentaries provide the opportunity to delve deep into these unsolved mysteries, exploring the details of the crimes, the investigations, and any new developments or theories that may have emerged. They can bring public awareness to the case and potentially generate leads or new evidence. Suspect In cold cases, suspects may emerge long after the initial investigation. Advances in technology, DNA analysis, or new leads can sometimes shed light on potential suspects previously overlooked. Revisiting a cold case with a fresh perspective and investigative techniques can reignite the search for a serial killer and bring them to justice. History Understanding the history of a cold case, including the timeframe in which the crimes occurred, societal factors at the time, and any previous investigative efforts, is crucial in developing a comprehensive understanding of the case. Examining the historical context can help identify potential patterns or motivations behind the killer's actions. Manhunt A manhunt for a serial killer can involve a large-scale police operation, media attention, and a heightened sense of urgency. Law enforcement agencies combine their resources, often collaborating with federal agencies and task forces dedicated to apprehending dangerous criminals. The goal is to locate the killer, gather evidence, and ultimately bring them to justice. Escape Capture The capture of a serial killer is a significant moment in any criminal investigation. It marks the end of their reign of terror and provides respite and closure for the victims' families and the community. Capture often involves a combination of law enforcement efforts, surveillance, tips from the public, and a relentless pursuit of the killer. Trial Once a serial killer is captured, they are subjected to a trial to determine their guilt or innocence. Trials provide an opportunity for both the prosecution and defense to present their cases, calling witnesses, introducing evidence, and presenting arguments to the judge and jury. A trial aims to establish the truth and hold the killer accountable for their crimes. Verdict The verdict in a serial killer trial is a critical moment that determines the killer's guilt or innocence. If found guilty, they will be held accountable for their actions and potentially face sentencing accordingly. A guilty verdict can bring a sense of justice and closure to the victims' families and provide validation for the tireless efforts of law enforcement. Sentencing Sentencing for a convicted serial killer depends on various factors, including the severity of their crimes, the presence of aggravating factors, and the jurisdiction. Possible sentences range from prison terms, including life sentences, to the death penalty. The sentencing phase aims to weigh the nature of the crimes against the convicted killer's rights and the interests of society. Defense The defense's role in a serial killer trial is to ensure the fair treatment and representation of the accused. They present arguments, call witnesses, and challenge the prosecution's case to establish reasonable doubt. The defense's primary goal is to protect the rights of the accused while challenging the prosecution's evidence and narrative. This image is property of allthatsinteresting.com. Prosecution Witness Witnesses play a crucial role in the prosecution of a serial killer. They provide firsthand accounts, observations, or other valuable information that can corroborate the investigation's findings. Witness testimonies can help establish the killer's presence at the crime scene, their actions, or interactions with the victims, aiding in proving their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Courtroom The courtroom serves as the stage for the prosecution and defense to present their cases and engage in legal proceedings. It is where the judge, jury, witnesses, lawyers, and other legal professionals come together to seek justice. The courtroom provides a fair and neutral environment for the trial, ensuring both sides have an opportunity to present their arguments. Crime Rate Serial killers can significantly impact the crime rate in the areas they target. Their crimes strike fear into the hearts of the community, leading to heightened vigilance and a sense of insecurity. Understanding the impact of a serial killer's crimes on the crime rate is essential in fostering public safety and implementing effective crime prevention measures. Pattern Patterns can emerge from the crimes committed by a serial killer, such as the time, location, or method of the murders. Identifying and analyzing these patterns can provide valuable insights into the killer's behavior and motivations. Patterns can also aid in profile development, giving investigators a better understanding of what to look for in potential suspects. Trends Analyzing trends in serial killings can help law enforcement professionals anticipate and prevent future crimes. By studying historical data and patterns, authorities can identify emerging trends, areas of vulnerability, and potential hotspots. This information can be used to allocate resources effectively and implement targeted preventive measures. Behavioral Science Federal Bureau of Investigation The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is a prominent agency involved in the investigation and profiling of serial killers. The Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) within the FBI specializes in understanding the criminal mind and providing assistance to law enforcement agencies in their efforts to apprehend dangerous individuals. Criminal Mind Understanding the intricacies of the criminal mind is crucial in identifying, tracking, and apprehending serial killers. Behavioral scientists delve into the psychology, motivations, and thought processes of these individuals, using their insights to aid investigators and develop effective strategies for combating and preventing such crimes. Media Coverage Media coverage plays a significant role in shaping public perception and awareness of serial killers. Documentaries, news reports, and true crime series bring attention to these cases, potentially generating leads or encouraging witnesses to come forward. Responsible media coverage can increase public safety and assist in the apprehension of serial killers. Safety The safety of the community is of paramount concern when dealing with a serial killer. Law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and individuals must work collectively to implement measures that keep people safe. This includes educating the public about personal safety, reporting suspicious activities, and fostering a sense of vigilance within communities. Prevention Preventing serial killings requires a multi-faceted approach that combines effective law enforcement strategies, public awareness campaigns, mental health resources, and collaboration between various agencies. By recognizing the warning signs, addressing potential risk factors, and implementing preventive measures, communities can work towards reducing the likelihood of future tragedies. This image is property of www.theyucatantimes.com. Unsolved Mystery Case Study Unsolved serial killer cases often become case studies, allowing researchers and investigators to revisit and analyze the crimes from different angles. These case studies can provide valuable insights into the killer's methods, victim selection, and the investigation process. Examining unsolved mysteries can help refine profiling techniques and inform future investigations. Eyewitness Eyewitnesses to crimes committed by a serial killer, even if the case remains unsolved, can provide invaluable information. Their testimony can aid in creating a timeline of events, identifying the perpetrator, or uncovering new leads. Investigators must diligently follow up on eyewitness accounts and coordinate efforts to solve these haunting mysteries. Federal Agency Federal agencies, such as the FBI, often become involved in unsolved serial killer cases due to their expertise and resources. These agencies can bring additional manpower, specialized knowledge, and access to advanced technology to assist local law enforcement in their efforts to solve these complex and challenging cases. Task Force Task forces are often established to focus specifically on unsolved serial killer cases. These specialized teams bring together law enforcement professionals from various agencies, pooling their expertise and resources to generate new leads, conduct fresh investigations, and bring justice to the victims and their families. Criminal Record The criminal record of a serial killer, even in the case of unsolved crimes, can provide valuable information for investigators. By examining their past, including any prior criminal activities, law enforcement professionals can identify patterns or identify potential connections to other unsolved cases. A comprehensive examination of the killer's criminal record may hold key insights into their behavior. Evidence Collection Procedure The collection of evidence from a crime scene follows a well-established procedure to ensure its integrity and admissibility in court. This process involves careful documentation, photography, and systematic searching for both physical and trace evidence. Following a standardized procedure helps safeguard the evidence and ensures that it can be effectively utilized in the investigation and prosecution of the serial killer. Federal Agency Federal agencies, such as the FBI or state police, often have specialized units dedicated to evidence collection. These agencies possess the necessary resources, training, and expertise to conduct thorough and scientific examinations of crime scenes. They are an invaluable asset in major investigations, including those involving serial killers. Task Force Task forces comprised of individuals from different law enforcement agencies may be assembled to collaborate on evidence collection in serial killer cases. These task forces bring together experts with diverse specialties, pooling their knowledge and skills to ensure that all relevant evidence is collected, documented, and analyzed in a comprehensive and effective manner. Physical Evidence Physical evidence forms the backbone of any investigation, including those involving serial killers. This can include items such as weapons, clothing, fibers, bloodstains, or any other tangible objects that have a potential link to the crimes. The careful collection and analysis of physical evidence is crucial in identifying the killer and presenting a strong case for their prosecution. Incident Report The incident report plays a vital role in documenting the details and actions taken by law enforcement at the crime scene. It provides an official record of the events, observations, and evidence collected, ensuring that all relevant information is accurately recorded. This report serves as a foundation for the investigation and future legal proceedings. In conclusion, the pursuit of justice in cases involving serial killers requires a comprehensive and meticulous approach. From the profile and MO of the killer to the collection and analysis of evidence, every aspect of the investigation is vital in identifying, apprehending, and bringing these predators to justice. By understanding the psychology of the criminal mind, leveraging advanced forensic techniques, and collaborating across agencies, law enforcement professionals continue to make strides in solving cold cases and preventing future tragedies. The mysteries surrounding serial killers capture the public's fascination and inspire ongoing efforts to uncover the truth and ensure the safety of our communities. "Discover the Disturbing Truth Behind the World's Most Notorious Criminal Minds!" Read the full article

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You've got a large cast of characters and they're all starting to blend together. Let's look at 7 concrete ways you can differentiate your characters.

Archetype

An archetype is function that a character fulfills within a story. It's a role they play. Some characters are mentors--they give something valuable (typically knowledge and/or objects) to the protagonist. Other characters are what the Hero's Journey paradigm refers to as "threshold guardians"--they test the protagonist.

Many character tropes can be considered archetypes. There's the rebel, the scientist, the investigator, the outlaw, the sheriff, the misfit, etc.

One quick and easy way to differentiate characters is to ensure that they all embody a unique archetype. What function do they serve within the story? Do you have two rebels? Perhaps one can be cut or the two can be combined into one character.

Goal

Giving a character a goal is a quick way to bring them to life. It's also a quick way to differentiate a character. If each character has a unique goal, we're less likely to confuse who they are. We'll begin to *define* them based on what they *want*. Is one character seeking revenge while another is seeking a love interest?

Goals inform a character's focus. A character with a strong goal will likely spend a good amount of their time thinking about that goal. They'll talk about it. They'll talk in terms of it.

What goal is each of your characters pursuing?

Problem-Solving Methods

Even if you have multiple characters with the same goal, they can be differentiated by the way in which they try to attain that goal. How do they solve their problems? What do their plans look like?

Some characters try to solve their problems with persuasion. They try to work with others and appeal to their better nature. Others will use manipulation and deception to trick others into helping. And still others will use bribery, extortion, and violence to get what they want.

Two characters with the same goal can go about achieving that go in drastically different ways. Consider how a character's strategy and tactics can make them unique.

Reaction

Whenever there's a significant problem, opportunity, or revelation (i.e. a disruption) in a character's life, they can't help but react. First they'll react physically, then emotionally, and finally analytically. They'll go through the reaction cycle.

Each character can be differentiated based on how they react to a situation. Consider the elevator test. If your character were stuck in an elevator, how would they react? How do they respond to stress?

Is your character driven by their emotions? Would they panic and scream? Or are they driven more by logic? Would they begin to plan ways to disassemble the elevator?

How would your character's reaction incorporate their unique moral weakness and any associated defense mechanisms? What makes your character's reaction style unique?

Voice

A character's voice is a combination of *what* they talk about and *how* they talk about it. What does each character spend the majority of their time focused on? Do they talk about their job? Do they talk about their family? Do they talk about their spider collection?

What jargon does each character use? Do they use the jargon of a comic book geek? A surfer? A lawyer? What idioms and cliches does the character use?

What's the character's cadence? Do they speak in short, staccato sentences? Or do their sentences flow and meander with their stream of consciousness?

Giving each character a unique voice is a quick way of differentiating your cast of characters.

Physicality

Characters can be differentiated based on anything we can see or hear. Do they wear drastically different outfits Does one always chew gum? Does one have a cane?

Consider how your characters might be visually differentiated based on what they wear, the objects they always have with them, and what they *do* with those objects (such as always twirling a pencil, for example).

Approach to Life and Worldview

And lastly, characters can be differentiated based on their unique approach to life.

Some people lead with their head instead of their heart. Some lead with faith over reason. Some value the community over the individual. And some value tradition over progress.

What does each character believe above all else? What would they be willing to die for? What would they be willing to commit crimes for?

How does each character approach life in a fundamentally unique way?

Re: spanking (ie parents spanking their children)

Weirdly, I don’t get super worked up against this one specifically? I mean, I’m against it, of course. It’s just…ok, societally, over the last several centuries in the West there’s been a shift away from corporal punishment as punishment for crime, and towards prisons as the supposedly more humane/rehabilitative alternative. But I’m not sure prisons are more humane than corporal punishment, and whether they’re more humane or less humane or it’s impossible to measure, punishment in general isn’t humane and isn’t effective at solving societal problems and isn’t morally justified on any grounds, as it can only be used by those with more power against those with less power and never the other way around.

And it looks to me like the trend away from using corporal punishment on children and instead doing punishments like detention and time-outs, is a reflection of that societal trend. And just as I don’t really see prisons as a more humane alternative to corporal punishment so much as an alternative that lets nice middle-class liberals tell themselves the lie that they’re being humane, I don’t think using social isolation (or confinement, take your pick, but I think in general for most kids the isolation hits harder) as punishment for children is less cruel in any way than hitting them.

Or that it’s effective.

I mean, yes, obviously, in the short term making powerless people afraid of you is an effective way to control them. But if your ultimate goal is to raise adults who have a conscience and will do the right thing even when it’s not socially/materially rewarded, training children to primarily choose their behaviors based on rewards and punishments is extremely counterproductive to that end.

Truth forever on the scaffold, wrong forever on the throne, etc. Behaving in ways that the powerful approve of and doing the right thing are not remotely the same thing.

Any kid who develops a functioning conscience after being “disciplined” (ie punished for bad behavior and rewarded for good behavior) got there in spite of the punishments and rewards system, not because of it.

Collar X Malice Part 2 - Okazaki Kei Route

I wonder how Okazaki's route will go, since instead of focusing on a case, Ichika  wants to broadly focus on her reason for being a police officer, namely to protect people. Anyway, other than it being sad to see Mineo rather cold after his super cute and sweet route, I also find it saddening that we have to start all over again with Kazuki and their strained relationship😭 Anyway, Yoshinari is a pretty funny guy, he's like Mineo, capable but silly lol. I guess it's convenient that Okazaki will wake up when he hears a gun taken out of its holster lol. But yeah, it was obvious that Okazaki knew who Ichika was, there's no way they could have hidden that. Anyway, Okazaki saving her from a bunch of guys and then holding her hand was cute. I think he's right that even if it feels weird at first, to feel someone's warmth when you're scared really helps to kinda calm you down. Well, okay, Ichika is pretty ridiculous. Lol, like I can forgive her for trying to rush into a raging fire to help someone the first time but for her to try a second time?? I'm glad Okazaki shouted at her because that was beyond reckless. She has no protection, no plan, no idea of anything and she wants to save someone that's at the centre of a blazing fire? Even if she's panicking, that's pretty crazy. Not to mention that this was a park, she really should have focused on helping people around her who could be injured or feeling sick from the smoke etc. Anyway, Okazaki helped her come to her senses so she really should thank him for saving her life tbh. I know Ichika is inexperienced but I feel like this incident made it seem like what she lacks is common sense instead, but I'll give her the benefit of doubt since someone was burning to death in front of her, and that's difficult to accept and endure knowing there's nothing she can do.

I honestly feel terrible for Sugawara. I can't imagine how frightening it must be for her to be stalked for such a long period of time with no one to help her, and then having the guy wanting to kill her and himself, that's pretty crazy and I feel so sorry for her. I can see why she would trust anyone who saved her from this situation when the police obviously didn't. Omggg, there were two stalkers?! I can't imagine her frustration and fear to be relieved from one stalker (since they got arrested) and then end up being stalked again, like seriously that's absolutely crazy and I don't think any person could handle that. Okazaki pulling his gun out against Ichika (after finding out about her collar) was pretty dramatic. Seems like the memory erasing thing happens to everyone who gets captured? Anyway, I honestly felt so bad for Sugawara when she felt that being imprisoned as a criminal was better than going home and getting stalked again, it's just so saddening.. I think it was really cool and strong of Ichika to tell Okazaki to shoot her if he ever believes that she is causing things to go wrong in the investigations, it's like she's leaving her life in his hands knowing that he will make the "correct" decision. I've always admired Ichika's determination. I do feel bad for Okazaki though. Reporting Ichika to his superiors or not is a difficult decision, especially considering how seriously he takes his job. I think Ichika's thoughts really hit the nail on the head on why I just don't feel on board with her and Okazaki together. Like yeah, they're cute but I agree with her that it doesn't feel like Ichika exists in the depths of his heart, rather he is looking for something from or inside her hoping that she has it because of the "kind" person she is, and yeah apparently he's found it and wants to protect her and believe her, but I just can't help but feel that he's not really looking at her for her?

Okazaki's texts are so cute with the emojis lmao. It's also sweet how they share tidbits of their everyday life with each other. HAHAHA, I nearly died from laughter when Okazaki talked about how his robot vacuum "ran away" and never came home because he left his front door open😂😂 Okazaki buying Ichika flowers first thing in the morning to try and cheer her up from her lack of progress with the recent X-Day case was so sweet. Anyway, I have to agree with Mochida, it's really frustrating to be practically the complaint hotline department for the X-Day incidents but know nothing of the progress or results to properly reassure the public. Like literally, all they do is try and soothe people and their anger but have nothing to really inform them about, it's like they made this department just to have some people take the brunt of the complaints so others can work "easier". 

I didn't think that the rough looking guy that's a part of Adonis was actually a policeman before! Doesn't help that he looks pretty different from his photo that's at least 5 years ago... I feel like that's so saddening though, like one superior ruined so many young cops lives. Honestly, hearing that one of them has been in a mental asylum for years, and the other one left the country and never came back really kinda shows how traumatised they were by whatever happened with that "bad" cop guy that died. I feel so terrible for Sanjou and all those rookie cops Todoroki crushed mentally and physically with abuse. They all desired to be a policeman to protect people and all had dreams they wanted to fulfill, and they all endured because they believed in their justice and protection, but in the end the only thing they got was injustice and hatred from the people they tried to protect because of Todoroki's mistakes. Honestly, no matter how meaningful my job is, I don't think I could endure all that, so I'm not surprised Sanjou has resorted to becoming who he is. Sure, he's going against his principles back in the day by hurting people, but even though a part of him is still there, at the same time, he's definitely tired of everything. The thought of the moment he finally broke really tore me because thinking about all he endured is painful. On the other hand, it's interesting he thinks that Adonis can replace the police itself since really Adonis in other routes and kinda here is wrought with problems and people who are reckless and don't really have a clear goal aside from revenge. Unlike him, most of the people besides the leaders don't care about making society "better" because they're focused on their own pain and justice for themselves. Not that they're wrong to do that since Adonis chose them for that reason, but it's also because of that that Adonis is a mess that won't be a rebirth of a proper version of the "police".

I don't know if any sane person would really chase after Sanjou when Ichika's recklessness got Okazaki injured, and she's definitely useless in a battle without him, not to mention tending to his wounds are probably more important right now lol. I mean, it's not like I don't understand Takaeda's position and the need to quell the anger of the public with how incapable the police have been in stopping the X-Day crimes etc, but can't he at least be a bit more subtle with how dodgy he wants to be? Lol. Who parades around telling moralistic police officers like Morioka and Minegishi to just arrest all the suspects and not care about concrete evidence or solid alibis??? Like yes, these actions will totally make the public think you're great the moment anyone complains and this comes to light lol, like seriously. It's such a silly short term fix to the problem that I have no idea how he even thought it would be a good idea. Honestly, I would be pretty mad if I was Ichika and Okazaki said he wanted to die protecting her since he's looking for a meaningful way to die. Like excuse me?? I knew the whole protecting thing wasn't really about her even though he liked her to an extent, but I would be so annoyed if someone was "using" me like that. Sure, she needs someone to protect her and it's perfect since he doesn't really care about his life, but it's frustrating to think that in the end, how much does he really care since it's like he was just looking for someone that's kinda nice but at high risk of dying? Loll. It's like she as an individual was never really in the picture for him. I know he doesn't mean it maliciously but yeah... Something nice to see in this route is Kazuki reaching out and caring for Ichika himself because he was worried about her getting hurt, it was cute how he told her to take a day off because she's an underling anyway so it doesn't matter if she goes to work or not🤣 It was also nice to see them properly communicate by themselves, however I do think that the only reason this is happening so smoothly is because they want to get this part out of the way loll.

Anyway, Okazaki's inability to understand Ichika kinda pisses me off but Ichika isn't really communicating when he doesn't understand, so they're both wrong lol. However, I hate it when people apologise without understanding why they're wrong, like it's cool to apologise for hurting the other person, but it's not cool when you're going to insist on what the other person is mad about, so really, you might as well not apologise and instead try to communicate about the problem instead. Also, I feel sorry for Sasazuka and them, they're trying to solve the X-Day cases and here are Ichika and Okazaki having a lovers quarrel, I'm honestly glad they told them to get out and come back later because they're definitely useless to the investigations right now. I also don't really care for how Okazaki suddenly "realised" he likes Ichika and just straight out publicly confessed to her, because I personally don't feel it lol but other than that, I'm not fond of love confessions like these lol. I think what annoys me the most is Okazaki's flippant attitude as if nothing is wrong and it's not a big problem? Like he's handling it in his own way and I'm sure he's serious about it but the way he does it just pisses me off. I liked the way he was in the beginning but I guess when it comes to conflicts, his attitude is one of the worst to handle. Yoshinari is such a sweet guy, I don't know why but I feel like he's dodgy loll. Anyway though, sorry if I'm wrong, Yoshinari!

Anyway, hearing Okazaki's story really helped me understand him a bit better. Personally, the bit where he said rather than guilt for causing his colleague's death, he was more scared of dying the same way as his colleague in such a "meaningless" death kinda clicked with me. Maybe it sounds really derogatory and negative to myself, but for a long time, I've felt something similar to Okazaki in a sense, like I wouldn't actively look for danger like him, but if I were in a life threatening situation with my family or friends, I would hope that I'm the one who would die protecting them rather than the other way around. It's just, when you feel like your life is meaningless but others' lives have "value", it's hard to not think that you would want them to be the one to survive rather than yourself. So honestly, it's kinda funny to relate to Okazaki a bit even though he's been such a frustrating character to me lol. At least now I can see why he's so persistent on finding a meaningful way to die, because I think he's right, if I was going to die some way or another, I would want to die saving someone important to me. It was really cute how Ichika kept trying to show him that if he died, he wouldn't be able to eat such delicious food or watch the next part of a movie next year. It really makes me think hmmm, I'd really like to see the end of One Piece so that can keep me going lol. Something I find interesting in the materials/notes is that the Adonis who attacked the Prime Minister Okazaki was protecting two years ago was the original Adonis. The Adonis in the present are apparently viewed as a dummy group of that one🤔 I feel like that's a pretty important detail for the future, like is this Adonis just inspired by them or is it the real Adonis~ Anyway, I think what I found most chilling about Okazaki's story was when Tsukishima kept saying it was Okazaki's fault things went wrong as he was dying from being squashed by the rubble that should have squashed Okazaki. He probably meant it in some other way since he obviously regarded Okazaki as important enough to save him but hearing that as someone loses their life is definitely something difficult to handle, like these are their last words and they're telling me it's my fault so they're definitely right kinda sentiment.

Honestly, I've been rather meh about this whole route, especially with Okazaki's attitude etc, but after he so honestly confessed his feelings to her when they were watching the horror movie, I couldn't help but melt to his words. He was so sincere and honest about how he enjoyed those little moments such as the silly texts with her that I couldn't help but feel touched. He's a frustrating guy but I really do like him. Even though I could understand Ichika for trying to protect Okazaki by going to Adonis, it also made me really annoyed because she was doing exactly what she got so annoyed about Okazaki doing, which is not caring for his own life, so her not caring for her own life when she promised him that they would find a way to live together made me mad. I'm glad Okazaki got mad at her, but I'm also sad that he felt hurt over it. Especially when he already told her that if she died, he'd probably just die too. I mean, there was no way Okazaki wouldn't notice how weird she was anyway lol. 

I guess I have to agree with Okazaki's statement though, everyone has something that they want to protect, and whatever it is that protects their precious something, that is what their justice is. In the end, what we deem as justice is what we believe can protect the things important to us such as other people, our friends etc, and that is also why even if our views of justice can be "similar", what it means to each person will be different, which also means that if we lose what we desire to protect, then our justice becomes meaningless. Anyway, I really like Sanjou. I like how he does what he wants and I guess to an extent, I can understand his sentiments of not caring about this world and dying. Honestly, Sanjou breaks my heart. When Okazaki told Sanjou to leave with him (as Sanjou bombed the place and decided to die with the collapse) and he said Okazaki changed, it felt like Sanjou was really happy for him because they both connected and understood how it felt to want to die. I found it most saddening that Sanjou understood Okazaki's sentiments that yeah maybe he could eventually find something in the future worth living for, but the problem was that he didn't have enough hope to keep living in this crappy world searching for it, and I think that really made me want to cry. It's just so sad that he didn't have someone like Ichika telling him how much they wanted him to live🥺 I wonder why the Prime Minister's son is a part of Adonis🤔

I really thought I missed the trigger mode when Ichika seemed like she was dying lolll, TIL that you can check the backlog to see if the trigger mode was a success or fail so that makes things easier haha. I honestly think it would have been so tragic if Ichika died saving Okazaki though, I can't imagine having to shoulder the burden of two people you care about dying to save you and in hopes of you having a good life. Lmao when Ichika finally woke up in the hospital and asked Okazaki if he was angry at her and he sent her an angry face emoji😂 I nearly cried when Okazaki let out all his emotions over hating himself for not being able to protect Ichika properly, but I'm glad that he was so frank about all his feelings to her, it's really great how well he communicates with her now. It was nice to hear him think about wanting to be a grandma and grandpa together with her. The tragic love end was a bit disappointing though, I think it would have been better to see Okazaki have to kinda live a life fulfilling what Ichika wanted rather than kinda succumbing to death because he couldn't find a reason to live anymore, like it's understandable because he's said that he'd want to die if she died but yeah..

Overall, even though I quite liked Okazaki's character, I don't think I can really say the same for his route. I guess I just found 80% of it pretty boring tbh lol, like the messages and interactions between Ichika and Okazaki were nice in their own way, but at the same time, because Okazaki was "using" her as a way to die a meaningful death, I couldn't feel the "love" he had for her imo. What he saw wasn't really her but what she could offer him, and that's pretty prevalent and obvious when you read the bad endings. However, I did really enjoy the last like 10-20% of the route, probably when they finally communicated and got to understand each other lol. It was nice to see Okazaki so honest and sincere after being able to wholeheartedly believe in a future where they both live, so I liked that. For me, the highlight was definitely Sanjou though, I think his story and character really got to me, and I'm super sad we couldn't save him (or romance him) because I think I ended up liking him more than Okazaki lmao. I still like Okazaki though, but the route was definitely lacking for me, it honestly took me a while to get through because of that lol. In that sense, I guess it made Ichika and Okazaki not feel like that great of a match for me, even though they were pretty cute.

I just had a bit of a cursed thought but one I think is somewhat valid regardless. I think as a hero Bakugou will end up being more like Endeavor than All Might even though he idolizes All Might to the same extent that Midoriya does. And at first glance that seems like a bad thing considering Endeavor’s entire character as a whole, but when you remove Todoroki Enji, the husband and father, and look purely at Endeavor, the hero, as an entity separate from his home life, his family, and anything not strictly regarding his hero work it makes more sense that Bakugou would end up being more like Endeavor. Even as the number two hero Endeavor has actually solved more crimes than All Might has but because he has such an abrasive personality the general population still flocked to All Might and as such he remained the number one hero until he retired. But the main thing I was thinking about is the fact that when Endeavor found out what happened to All Might after his fight with One For All and that he’d be retiring from hero work which would consequently make him the de facto number one hero Endeavor got angry to the point of violence. It reminds me very much of Bakugou. They’re both extremely ambitious and goal oriented when it comes to their hero work while also being quick to anger and very aggressive. With the way the story is going and how most shonen anime always end up with their protagonist reaching their lifelong goal, history will most likely repeat itself with Midoriya becoming the number one hero as All Night’s successor and Bakugou being stuck at number two even though they would both be theoretically matched in terms of power and whatnot, then they’ll be a new generation of All Might vs. Endeavor. The comparison isn’t necessarily a bad thing since Endeavor is the number one hero now and is good at his job besides the fact that he isn’t as approachable or charismatic as All Might. Removing anything in regards to his family Endeavor is a good hero and Bakugou will be too, but he’ll probably still have his short temper and sharp tongue unless he manages to grow out of that before the end of high school.

Hey!! I'm a hot mess right now who cant enjoy art anymore so if you could help me solve this out I would appreciate but i understand if you can't so here's the deal: Is being rich while people are starving unethical? And if so how can I enjoy my favorite artists, rich people, knowing this? I mean it's obvious you want you and your loved ones to live comfortably but there's a point where is just too much, right? And all these big artists that I love they are way above the threshold of too much.

This is probably my favorite ask I’ve ever gotten only because I wasn’t really expecting anyone to ask me about this particular political and philosophical question, and I, an anarcho-socialist English major, have some thoughts on the subject, to say the least. Let me preface this by saying there’s no right answer to this question, as much as I wish there was one, and I can only give my opinion and how I’ve chosen to go about my life. That said the majority of people on this site are still pretty young. I’d encourage you to take my opinion with a grain of salt and ask other people you trust and read more theory so you can form what you think is the right way of going about consuming art for yourself! Regardless, I’m really proud of you for asking this and interrogating these sorts of topics within yourself, it can be hard to maintain the balance of keeping hope while attempting to live ethically within capitalist society, but the fact that you are trying is commendable, and it’s my hope that more people asking questions like this will bring about the change we wish to see in the world c: 

Alright, answer under the break!

For starters, yes, I do believe being rich is unethical. While there is a multitude of reasons for this being the case, the one you brought up (hunger) is more than enough reason on its own. Now, no one rich person could end hunger, or at least not permanently. Estimates on how much it would cost to end world hunger range from 7 billion to 265 billion USD annually according to the IFPRI, which sounds wild right off the bat, since those are two unfathomably different numbers, but basically the difference boils down to the 7 billion dollar approach aiming to reduce malnutrition to World Health Assembly goals in about 15 years, and the 265 billion plan aiming to actually end world hunger (reach a “zero hunger target”) within about 20 years by targeting the sources of hunger, mainly being poverty and agricultural infrastructure. 

So when you hear people say things like “why doesn’t Bezos end world hunger” one short answer is that he can’t. But the fact that he can’t doesn’t really matter because what really matters is he’s not trying. Without getting into liquidizing stocks and all that nonsense, if the ten richest people in the world made a one-time donation of 60 billion each, we would have enough and then some for the first two years of that zero hunger target plan by that alone. And the “poorest” of those ten billionaires would still have a net worth of 15 billion, which is still an unfathomable amount of money. 

I say all of this to point out why it still matters to say the rich aren’t doing enough to end world hunger, and not to say that this is my ideal plan for solving it (which involves a lot more social restructuring and abolishing the value-form). I think if someone wakes up with billions in assets it a capitalist society in which the median “living wage” (which includes covering basic expenses, building savings, and having “fun money”) in my country is roughly $67,700, they must have woken up on one of those days and thought “oh hey what if I ended hunger in my home town” or “oh hey what if I funded a food co-op in a food desert nearby” or maybe even “what if I fucked around and tried to end world hunger” and then they didn’t. They turned around and went back to sleep, or went to a business meeting where they continued to exploit their workers or did whatever it is they do that I will never understand. And I think that is unethical. 

Here’s the thing, and I’m sure some people will disagree with me on this one (I’m more than happy to read anyone’s replies and take them into account going forward) there’s a difference between corporate wealth and celebrity wealth. Do I fucking hate looking at pictures of Drake’s mansion? Yes, completely. Do I think that, like Mark Zuckerberg, he should be tried for crimes not limited to aiding and abetting ethnic violence in Ethiopia and failing to remove a militia event in Kenosha in which people planned to kill BLM protesters and then did, proceeding to lie about it in order to continue to profit off of the traffic and internet buzz white supremacists provide his site with? No, because Drake is not Mark Zuckerberg and there is a difference between what crimes it takes to make and uphold a 170 million dollar net worth versus a 98 billion dollar one. While I’m not jazzed to say the least about millionaire celebrities lounging in their wealth, in a way they are a very successful worker being rewarded by a capitalist society in exchange for a service they provide. So yeah, I feel more comfortable cheering on John Boyega for succeeding in a system set against him than I do any corporate capitalist.

That said, there are ways to support the art you love and strive to consume art more ethically. Support local artists, black artists and other creators of color, artists who support sustainable printmaking or give part of their proceeds to charities you care about. In terms of music, for every band you like that has problematic views there are thirty small bands with similar sounds you can support if you go looking. If you find a band you think is doing great work, support them on Bandcamp or buy a CD, and if you really want to listen to Kanye’s Power because its just that kind of day, listen to him on Spotify, where they’re literally paying people jack shit for it.  If you’re going to participate in a capitalist society (and if you’re not, let me know how since I haven't figured that one out yet haha), reward the people you feel good about supporting. 

Speaking of which! One of my favorite rappers noname has an online bookclub that uplifts POC voices by featuring two books a month.  It’s awesome, noname is awesome, and I feel good whenever I listen to their album for the thirtieth time because telefone is the best. There’s art out there for you to feel good about loving. Sometimes it just takes a little digging to find.

I think my last note is going to be this: art is human. Art isn’t capitalist. People have been making art before capitalism and they’ll be making art after, art is an expression of the pain and hope and past and future of us, and we need it. To try and cut yourself off from consuming art to distance yourself from capitalism won’t work, because we need art to be human, and it was never capitalist in the first place. You aren’t evil or unethical for wanting to consume art, that’s the most natural urge in the world. It is a sign that our system is unethical if it makes us feel guilty for the things that make us human. So consume art, love it, love the people who make it, because its the good stuff. It’s the stuff that makes the rest of this more hopeful and more worth it. I know this can all feel like so much sometimes. But you’re not alone. There so many people out there working to make the world better and brighter, and making art to get us through it. I love you, and I hoped this helped even a little bit and I’m sorry its so long haha. I hope today is a little better for you than yesterday, and tomorrow’s even better than today c:

Lucie Herondale: The Mystery Solver as a Mystery Herself

(Art piece by Charlie Bowater)

I’ve been meaning to write about Lucie for quite some time. But I think it’s just now that I’ve managed to put my thoughts together and actually arrive at what I want to say about this character. So bear with me, I hope it will all make sense at the end. 

So what do we know about Lucie Herondale? She loves writing and mysteries. She says what’s on her mind. She adores Cordelia and can’t wait to be her parabatai, she teases her brother and loves him dearly. She cares about her friends/family and would do anything for them. She would go as far as to challenge death itself to bring Jesse back to life. But more on that later.

The lasting impression I have of Lucie is that she’s a giver. She looks outwards, to the others around her. She’s a good listener; she understands people, she’s interested in the way they think. She analyses them the way she probably analyses fictional characters. She even writes a book with her best friend as the main character. This brings me to that brief scene in Chain of Gold which I love and find really telling of Lucie’s character. 

It’s in chapter 8 and begins with Lucie writing yet another story in the endless adventures of the beautiful Cordelia. The five short paragraphs we see have nothing to do with Lucie herself. (At least, at first sight.) It’s all about Cordelia, it’s again oriented towards someone other than her. In the excerpt, the beautiful Cordelia’s path is intercepted by a handsome guy with “radiant green eyes” (Hmm). This is the most essential information which the excerpt provides us with. 

Cut to Lucie’s perspective on what she has just written down. She’s full to the brim with enthusiasm and admiration for Cordelia. (“Cordelia had such spirit!”) She’s excited at the prospect of the eventual romance between the beautiful Cordelia and this handsome man. She proceeds to exclaim: “It was so romantic--” But she’s interrupted by a soft “Miss Herondale?”

I can’t stress enough just how much I LOVE the parallels between the story she’s been writing a few minutes ago and her reality at that moment. Jesse appears out of thin air just like the man in Lucie’s story. Lucie and the beautiful Cordelia both scream out of surprise by their sudden appearance. But there is more to it, I believe. 

We all know just how fond Lucie is of Jesse’s eyes. She doesn’t fail to mention them in every scene she shares with him. And she writes about green eyes here as well. I actually have this headcanon that Jesse as a whole but also his eyes have left an impression on her ever since he helped her out of the trap when she was 10 years old. And I think the way these two scenes are juxtaposed actually confirms my suspicion to an extent. 

We can also discuss another detail about the handsome guy as an allusion to Jesse. Lucie tells us that the man is in fact a duke's son and has been “convicted of a crime he hadn’t committed and forced to make his living on the roads.” Now, we don’t know much about the circumstances around Jesse’s death and there are many theories which suggest that Tatiana may have been more or less involved in order to achieve her goals. But even if we ignore this possibility and ascribe Jesse’s sickness to his grandfather’s mingling with demons alone, he is still suffering because of other people’s doings. And as a consequence, he’s “on the roads”, wandering the world, neither with the living, nor the dead.

In a way, Lucie projects her own feelings/desires onto her writing in that scene. Of course, one can argue that writers are allowed to write about whatever they like and their writing doesn’t have to reflect their lives in any shape or form. But here we are dealing with a story within a work of fiction that makes use of established storytelling devices. And Cassie has a long tradition of using dreams/visions which reveal more about the characters’ psyche. Why not use Lucie’s writing as a similar tool?

Despite all I’ve said so far about this scene, I still haven’t mentioned how it connects with Lucie’s character beyond her possible crush on Jesse. But I also can’t fully exclude Jesse because I think Cassie has chosen this character to help Lucie realize her own role in the story that is this new trilogy. Just look at what Jesse does in this scene! His appearance sort of prompts Lucie to snap out of her thoughts on others and be a character in her own right. This is where we, the readers, are reminded that Lucie is a part of a bigger story than the one she’s writing about. 

My point is that it is through Jesse that we see more of Lucie’s depth. He unravels her to the audience in the same way she wants to solve the mystery around his life/death. I don’t mean to say that Lucie’s character is fully reliant on Jesse. She isn’t! He is there to help her grow, sort out her own feelings. To look at her own self and realize her potential. We can think of this potential as the unknown necromantic power we know she possesses. She also knows it’s there but she doesn’t understand it fully yet. It’s part of growing up. Remember, she’s fairly younger than the other main characters; it’s all part of her journey. And what does she tell Jesse regarding this power of hers? “It is still hard to imagine I have a power, and even now I do not quite understand it. Without you, I am not sure I will ever understand it.” 

To which he responds “You will.” But here he still doesn’t know that she’s likely going to delve into her power precisely because of him. He is a foil to Lucie's character and she's a foil to him. This, I believe, is how the best relationships work both in fiction and in real life. 

To sum up, I believe Jesse is the one who will push Lucie to grow both in terms of her powers but also as a person. I suspect we’ll see a lot more of Lucie’s character as she starts to explore and practise her potential/power. She’ll become more aware of herself and her feelings and consequently the readers will understand her too.

And we also have this little snippet for Chain of Iron about princess Lucretia and sir Jerrod who are undoubtedly based on Lucie herself and Jesse. So you see how the focus in her writing shifts to Lucie’s own inner world.

Thank you for reading! I hope I managed to convey some of my reading of the characters and the excerpt in particular. Some of you may have picked on the parallels but I haven’t seen anyone talk about this so I wanted to get it off my chest. If you have any additional observations, comments, please don’t be shy and write to me! I’d gladly discuss them with you! 

(Also tagging @revouries​ and @lex-malla--lex-nulla​ because I know you’d be interested and I want to know what you think of this!✨)

So after reading yesterday's oneshot I coincidentally came across a song I love that fit the H8 during the final minutes of the apocalypse. I know Five wasn't technically a part of them at the time but essentially it fits all of the younger group and their final thoughts and feelings. Also Five and Reader are together at the end and the rest of the group are together at the end so none of them are alone and I figured it felt flitting for how each would see the end based on their experiences. The song is Forever Young by Boy in Space: https://youtu.be/PpL0P_s6Fe8 and I just had to do a lyric analysis too cuz of course! It just fit so perfectly.

The H7:

"Let's dance in style, let's dance for a while. Heaven can wait, we're only watchin' the skies. Hopin' for the best, but expectin' the worst. Are you gonna drop the bomb or not? Ah"

This is obviously all of them together, trying to ignore the impending apocalypse. Dancing away the fear but they're also watching the skies and wondering if whatever is causing the apocalypse is gonna cause it or not. I feel like these lyrics paint the picture of them simultaneously trying to ignore the apocalypse while also waiting for it to happen so well!

Five:

"Let us die young or let us live forever. We don't have the power, but we never say never. Sittin' in a sandpit, life is a short trip. The music's for the sad man, ah"

Five literally experienced life in a sandpit of the world's ruins but even after getting back he didn't have enough time to live or even accomplish what he set out to do so hence his life being a "short trip". He knows he has very little power to stop the apocalypse and the commision has a lot but he keeps fighting for a better world anyway. And he wishes the commission would have let him die early in the apocalypse because technically he's lived a lot by seeing how it played out. If he dies then he'll have died young but also really old and despite how much he had fought, he feels his life is short anyway cuz he never had enough time to accomplish his goal which was to save his family and the Reader. Also the last line makes me think of Five seeing his favorite sibling on stage and Vanya's playing music which would always make him happy in their miserable home as a child but she's bringing the apocalypse with it this time and I feel like the line is a very good way to describe how the music is for a "sad man" cuz he was that sad man who had to live alone for decades.

Reader:

"Can you imagine when this race is won? Turn our golden faces into the sun. Praising our leaders, we're gettin' in tune. The music's played by the, the mad man"

This stanza for the Reader because she keeps hoping that they can win somehow. She wants to believe she has more time with the H7 and the UA and her beloved Five. And she wants to believe they can pat each other on the back for a job well done and she wants to believe she can be proud of the UA for getting their shit together to solve the apocalypse but then she also knows that they're damaged by the madman AKA Reggie who played their strings to a point where they will never be able to work together and they won't get in tune together in time to save the world.

Reader:

"Some are like water, some are like the heat. Some are the melody and some are the beat. Sooner or later, they all will be gone. Why don't they stay young? Ah"

I feel like this is Reader describing the Hargreeves personalities (Klaus and Ben are water, Luther and Diego are Heat, Vanya is a melancholy melody, Allison is a beat). She's wondering why the Hargreeves had to grow up and leave and why she had to time-travel and find them gone. She wonders why everything happened the way it did. Maybe if they never left the mansion and worked it out after she came to their time then things would have been different?

Five:

"It's so hard to get old without a cause. I don't want to perish like a fadin' horse. Youth's like diamonds in the sun. And diamonds are forever"

Five wanting to die in the apocalypse. To perish like everyone else but also not wanting to die without reason or meaning. He gives himself a cause to grow old and fight for cuz otherwise he has no reason to. And his youth and love and intelligence is like a diamond cuz even tho he travels back in time, he looks the same and his intelligence is the same and his love for his family is the same. It's forever. He doesn't want to fade away into oblivion without at least trying to do something to save the ones he loves.

The H7:

"So many adventures given up today. So many songs we forgot to play. So many dreams swingin' out of the blue. Oh let it come true"

The moment the H7 give up their normal lives to start fighting crime they give up their free time and energy willingly to fight and their ability to be normal children but at the end they have dreams they still wish they could fulfill. Being a younger UA was their dream and they fulfilled that. It came true. But the rest of their dreams coming true becomes difficult cuz of the apocalypse so they're wishing they all had more time.

All:

"Forever young. I wanna be forever young. Do you really wanna live forever? Forever and ever. Forever young. I wanna be forever young. Do you really wanna live forever? Forever young"

This part is the chorus and I feel is just for all of them. They're all so young in different ways. They don't want to live forever but they don't want to die so soon either without getting a chance to really live the life they each wanted. And also since they've all experienced so much in so little time, especially Five and Reader, I feel like it's also a way of saying they wish they were all mentally young as well. Even the H7 grew up faster to fight crime. So they all just want to enjoy youth without responsibility but will never get to. Five will never get to experience normal life the way he should have and Reader will never get to spend the rest of her youth with Five and her friends either.

It's just a tragedy all around as they all wish they could have had more time before it all ends cuz they are still young and have so much left to live for. And in a way they'd be eternally young then even after death cuz they never got to grow old.

Anyway, I'm really excited to hear your thoughts on this! I just loved how the song fit perfectly. I didn't even realize it myself at first but when I did I knew I had to share it because it just has this ethereal melancholy to it that I can see the H8 all feeling, individually and grouped together, as the apocalypse happens.

First of all I just want to say that I love the song forever young ever since I heard one direction sing and I haven’t grown out of my love for that song because of them. (Unrelated but I bet you can’t guess which one direction member is my favorite)

Anyway, I love your interpretation and I can definitely see all of this based on the side story I posted and just the story in general!

For the one line of “Sooner or later, they all will be gone. Why don’t they stay young?” I think it could also be applied to Reader’s thoughts about the H7, especially when they’re struggling to stop Vanya from causing the apocalypse. She didn’t know if they would stop Vanya and if she would see her friends again. She didn’t even know back at the bowling alley if that would be the last time she was with them. Reader knows that someday they’ll be gone but is coming to terms with the fact that it’s probably sooner than later due to Vanya’s apocalypse. And the question of why don’t they stay young is less so of pain like losing the UA but more so trying to comfort herself in the case the apocalypse does happen. They’re young and together and so why not be young?

Also I like to think of the lyrics “Let's dance in style, Let's dance for a while, Heaven can wait, we're only watching the skies, Hoping for the best but expecting the worst” in terms of Five and Reader as well. As a common theme throughout the story the two of them enjoy dancing together as it distracts them from the reality of what is going on. I like to think of these lines as Five coping with the impending 2019 apocalypse. He’s trying to enjoy being back in reader’s life again and distracting himself with her presence but he knows what happens after the world ends. Time is ticking towards doomsday and although he’s hoping he can stop it the closer it gets the more he expects the worse.

Anyway those are some of my thoughts but I love all that you presented and of course I love you too♥️

Character Development — Part E

Mental Information is essential to know what goes on in the head of your characters. It helps you to find out how they will react in certain situations. Of course, sometimes characters write themselves as the story progresses. But at times you’ll probably find yourself stuck and in that case it is helpful to have something to go back to and find a clue as to resolve your problem. Also, since Mental Information and Emotional Information are really close to each other in terms of the source, I will cover them both in this post.

Mental Information

Type of Childhood How did the character grow up? Were they sheltered, neglected, or often scolded? How we are brought up shapes us to a great extent, so if your character had i.e. a really tough childhood, then there are surely some problems that will arise for them as an adult.

Education Self-explanatory. How far did they advance in their studies? Did they only compulsory education (however far this is in your specific story), did they go to university? Maybe they were completely home-tutored for some reason?

Dream Job as a Child This point is mostly for fun, but can also can come in handy at some time. What job did your character dream of as a child? It can be casually mentioned in a conversation but can also be a starting point for a job change of your character.

Personality as a Child Of course, no one is going to be the same as an adult as they were as a child. But we often keep our most prominent characteristics even if we grow up. So, to keep it reasonable, you could list three adjectives that are describe your character's character as a child.

Favorite Place as a Child A favorite place as a child, which could be anything, can induce a sense of nostalgia and sometimes even a sense of peace of mind in a character. This point could be a place they go to i.e. if they need to be alone or when they need to think.

Hobbies in Their Childhood As with the personality, hobbies from our childhood sometimes tend to stay with us even as we advance to adulthood. This point is more of a device to compare the child and teenager/adult character.

Role Models Who were their role models in their childhood? Role models often shape the way we view the world or who we strive to become. i.e. if someone's parent is a doctor and also their role model, as a child, it is not exactly uncommon that this child would dream to be a doctor as well. Even if that can change while growing up.

Past Regret What event in the past did they regret the most? What has been such a huge blow to them that they'd travel back in time to change it?

Major Turning Point Which event in their childhood hat the greatest impact on them? This could be, for example, someone who firmly believed he would be able to save the world realizing that he is actually powerless.

Earliest Memory (*) Really self-explanatory. What is the earliest thing in their life they remember prior to the beginning of your story? This can also be a vague memory, it hasn't to be clear up to the tiniest detail.

Saddest Memory (*) As above. What is the saddest memory they have from before the story started? This can be, depending on the age of your character, i.e. the death of a loved one, a friend who moved away, a failed entrance exam, etc.

Happiest Memory (*) Also self-explanatory. What was their happiest memory up until now? This is great to be used in comparison. For example, the wedding day is said to be the happiest day in her life for a woman (yes, I know this is mostly cliché), so it could be used in a comparison like "…, I felt even happier than on my wedding day."

Clearest Memory (*) Same as above. What memory does your character remember the most vividly? This would be a memory they remember even to the smallest details like the exact time, the facial expressions of the people involved, etc.

Advice to Their Younger Self If they could somehow give advice to their younger self, what would it be? What would they want their younger self to know or to do differently?

Practical Advice Who do they turn to for practical advice? Which person around them is most qualified to give them advice to solve their problems?

Mentoring Who do they look for when they feel stuck in their life? Who is most likely to give them tips regarding their life?

Emotional Support If they feel overwhelmed or confused by their emotions, who is the person they would depend on?

Moral Support Which person would the character turn to if they feel their morals being compromised?

Personality Type This can actually be anything you could think of. Pick a synonym you can relate to the most. For example, you could put nouns like bully/saint/jock/… in here or adjectives like shy/overbearing/active/…

Type of Knowledge What do they know the most about and where did the character acquire their knowledge? i.e. someone who only reads books and never socialized with people will probably know a lot of things you can learn from books, but will have problems interacting with other people and reading the atmosphere/understanding their emotions/…

Outlook on Life Rather simple: are they an optimist or pessimist?

Attitude Toward Politics Rather self-explanatory as well. Are they interested in politics? Maybe they are indifferent to them? Do they actively take part in it? This is often relevant in fantasy stories.

Criminal Record Do they have a criminal record? What did they do? Where they put into prison for it? Is the character at risk of committing the same crime again?

Biggest Accomplishment What do they feel is the greatest accomplishment of their life prior to the beginning of the story? This can be anything from getting rid of their bad habits to saving a country.

Biggest Flaw Same as above. What does the character think is their biggest flaw? Is it the same that others would name?

Current Favorite Place As with the Favorite Place as a Child, this can be any place you want. It can act as a safe haven or a place they would bring their significant other.

Current Favorite Sound This point also seems very random, but it can also tell a lot about a person. For example, someone who prefers the quite might be someone who tends to solitary or who's life is so hectic that they need the quiet to balance out their stressful (and probably loud) everyday life.

Secrets What do they keep a secret? This, too, can be anything from certain hobbies to a crime they committed.

Skeletons in the Closet In contrast to the point above, this point covers secrets that they don't want to be found out no matter what. So, what secret(s) would they take to their grave?

Ambition Is your character ambitious? If they are, are they keeping it in moderation or are they overdoing it? And if not, are they belittling people for being ambitious?

Power Does your character place importance in power? Do they have power or do they want to achieve it? Would they be the type to abuse their power?

Love How do they approach love? Is it important to them or do they tend to push it aside? Are they awkward in handling love or are they confident?

Change How does your character handle change? Do they adapt to it well and go with the flow? Or are they completely thrown off and crumble under the sudden need to re-adjust?

Mental Illnesses Self-explanatory. Does your character have any mental illnesses? If yes, you can go into more detail here. If not, you could note down if they are understanding of the topic or maybe regard it as ridiculous because it is something that cannot be seen.

Favorite Quote Also self-explanatory. What is their favorite quote? Which sentence has inspired them? Or maybe, which quote did the character find pleasing to the ear? This can be anything that suits the character

Morals How strong is their moral compass? Do they stick to their morals even in difficult situations? Or do they maybe compromise? A good example of this would be a quote from the classic movie Star Trek III – The Wrath of Khan. "The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few. Or the one." So, taking this into consideration, the example for compromising would be someone who is completely opposed to killing, but would readily kill someone who threatens the life of many (people important to them).

Pet Peeves What rubs your character the wrong way? This point overlaps a bit with Anger, but in this case it doesn't necessarily need to induce anger. They could also trigger confusion, annoyance, and the like.

Compliments How do they handle compliments? Do they often get some? And do the compliment others? If they do, do they get flustered themselves? What is the best/nicest compliment they ever received?

Goals What do they want to achieve? This can be a short-term or a long-term goal and as small or big as you see fit. This point can also act as the starting point for your story.

Motivation What spurred them on to pursue their goal in the first place? Do they have motivation in general or do they lack it?

Dreams What does your character dream of? This can be any kind of dream, i.e., a happy family, a stable job, a big house, etc.

(*) = This, of course, excludes cases of people who suffer from any kind of amnesia or any other memory-related illness.

Emotional Information

Greatest Desire What do they want most in their life? Here goes whatever the character wants to achieve the most. This could be anything you could think of: Money, fame, power, love, etc.

Biggest Fear What does your character fear the most in the entire world? This doesn’t necessarily need to be a fear of a certain type of animal, etc., but can also be a very specific fear. i.e., for a passionate artist, what they fear the most would probably to lose their ability to create something in their specific field like art/music/…

Humor Here goes what makes them laugh. You can list either specific things/situations or keep it generic, like they laugh about anti-jokes, slapstick, etc.

Indifference What does your character not care about? This point isn’t about not hating something but about the things that induce absolutely no emotion in them.

Anger Rather self-explanatory. What makes them angry? This can be really anything, from dog-eared pages to violence against defenseless people.

Sadness The same as above. What makes them sad? This can also be general or specific situations. Be careful though, because people can, for example, cry because they see other people crying, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that the person also feels sad. Something like that is most likely due to empathy.

Happiness Also self-explanatory. What makes your character happy? Don’t add too much to this point, though. As with sadness, people can be pleased about things but don’t necessarily need to feel real happiness about it. i.e., I would be pleased if the gap between rich and poor would shrink, but it’s not like I would feel genuine happiness because of that, since it wouldn’t affect me directly.

Most Important Possession A comparison I like to use for this point is a widely known one: If you moved to an uninhabited island and would only be allowed to take three items with you, what would it be? Or, if this is too abstract for some, what would the character rescue from their burning home if they could only take three things?

Days Alone at Home This seems like a random point, but can say a lot about a person. If they spend one or multiple days at home, completely alone, what would the character do? The answer not only shows if the character is capable of living without socializing for some time, but also shows if they can entertain themselves. It tells a lot about which role a character would take in a group.

Greatest Need Please don’t confuse this with the point Greatest Desire. What someone needs isn’t necessarily something they want. It is, for example, an emotion their life is void of even though they don’t realize it. Or it could be something that would better them as a person in any way. If I had to give a rather extreme example: Someone who grew up without knowing love probably won’t directly miss it even as an adult. But that wouldn’t mean that they don’t need it, because not knowing love also means that they most likely don’t show care or compassion for others.

Mental and Emotional Information are both very vast fields and you could expanded indefinitely. I think, though, these points are the most necessary ones. Next time we will cover the last points, namely Social Information.

The Black Dahlia: Unsolved Mystery

In the world of true crime, few cases have captured the public's imagination quite like that of the Black Dahlia: the haunting unsolved mystery of Elizabeth Short. This case encompasses a range of chilling details, from the profile of a possible serial killer to the forensic analysis of evidence at the crime scene. With no known suspects and a multitude of unanswered questions, this captivating case has long fascinated both detectives and armchair sleuths alike. Join us as we delve into the depths of this infamous cold case, exploring the dark details and unsettling secrets surrounding Elizabeth Short's tragic demise. "Uncover the Dark Secrets Behind History's Most Infamous Killers!" Serial Killer Profile A serial killer is an individual who commits a series of murders, typically with a cooling-off period in between each crime. It is important to understand the profile of a serial killer in order to aid in their identification and apprehension. While the motivations and characteristics of serial killers can vary, there are often common traits that can help investigators narrow down their search. Modus Operandi The modus operandi, or MO, refers to the specific methods and patterns a serial killer employs when committing their crimes. This includes the selection of victims, the manner in which they are killed, and any specific rituals or behaviors they exhibit. Understanding the MO can provide valuable insight into the killer's psychology and aid in creating a profile. Signature A signature is a unique and distinct behavior or characteristic that a serial killer includes in their crimes, separate from the actual act of murder. It is a personal stamp left by the killer, often for psychological satisfaction or to communicate something specific. The signature can vary greatly between different serial killers, and recognizing it can be crucial in linking seemingly unrelated crimes. Unsub (Unknown Subject) The term "unsub" refers to an unknown subject, typically used in law enforcement to describe an unidentified criminal. In the case of a serial killer, the unsub is the individual responsible for the string of murders. The hunt for the unsub involves gathering information, analyzing evidence, and developing a comprehensive profile to aid in their identification. Crime Scene Investigation The investigation of a serial killer's crimes is a complex process that involves meticulous attention to detail and a thorough examination of the crime scene. Detectives and forensic experts work tirelessly to collect evidence, document the scene, and piece together the puzzle left behind by the killer. The ultimate goal is to gather enough information to identify and apprehend the perpetrator. Evidence Evidence is a crucial element in any criminal investigation, and the case of a serial killer is no exception. This can include physical evidence such as DNA, fingerprints, and any items left at the crime scene that may provide valuable clues. It can also extend to witness statements, surveillance footage, and any other information that may aid in the investigation. DNA DNA analysis is a powerful tool in the fight against crime, including serial killings. By collecting and analyzing DNA samples from crime scenes and comparing them to a database of known individuals, investigators can potentially identify the killer or establish connections between different crimes. Advances in DNA technology have played a significant role in solving cold cases and bringing justice to victims. Fingerprint Fingerprints have long been recognized as a unique identifier for individuals, and their presence at a crime scene can provide valuable evidence. Fingerprint analysis involves comparing the patterns and ridges left behind by friction ridge skin on surfaces and can help identify suspects, link them to the crime scene, or exclude them as potential perpetrators. Profiling Criminal profiling is a specialized field that attempts to create a psychological and behavioral profile of an unknown perpetrator based on the evidence from the crime scene and the characteristics of the victims. Profilers use their expertise to provide investigative leads and help narrow down the pool of potential suspects, based on patterns, motivations, and other aspects of the crimes. This image is property of static.wikia.nocookie.net. "Dive Deep: What Really Drives a Psychopath?" Victimology Background Understanding the background of the victims is an essential part of any criminal investigation, as it helps establish potential motives and may provide insight into the killer's selection process. Victimology involves studying the lives, relationships, and histories of those targeted by the serial killer in order to identify any commonalities or patterns. Psychopathy Psychopathy is a personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, remorse, and a disregard for the rights and well-being of others. Serial killers often exhibit psychopathic traits, and understanding the psychological makeup of the killer can provide valuable insights into their motives and behaviors. Motive Determining the motive behind a serial killer's crimes can be a complex task, as it often resides in the depths of the killer's mind. However, studying the victims, their relationships, and the circumstances surrounding the crimes can help investigators piece together possible motivations. Common motives for serial killers include power, control, sexual gratification, or a desire for infamy. Autopsy Autopsies play a crucial role in determining the cause and manner of death for the victims of a serial killer. They provide invaluable forensic evidence, including details of injuries, trauma, or any other factors that may aid in the investigation. Autopsies can also help establish the timeline of the crimes and provide additional information about the killer's methods. Justice Incarceration Once a serial killer is apprehended and proven guilty, they are typically incarcerated as a means of ensuring public safety and preventing further harm. Incarceration can take the form of imprisonment, with a life sentence or death penalty, depending on the jurisdiction and severity of the crimes committed. Apprehend Apprehending a serial killer is often the result of extensive investigative work, including the collection and analysis of evidence, witness statements, surveillance, and a combination of various law enforcement techniques. The goal is to locate and apprehend the suspect, bringing an end to their reign of terror. Interrogation Interrogation is a crucial step in the criminal justice process, as it allows law enforcement to question the suspect, gather information, and potentially obtain a confession. Skilled interrogators utilize various techniques to elicit information, often relying on psychological tactics to break down the suspect's defenses. Criminal Justice The criminal justice system plays a vital role in the prosecution and conviction of serial killers. It involves the collaboration between law enforcement agencies, lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals to ensure a fair and just trial. The ultimate aim is to hold the killer accountable for their actions and provide closure for the victims' families. Eyewitness Eyewitness testimony can be instrumental in identifying and convicting a serial killer. Witnesses who have seen or interacted with the killer, either at the crime scene or in other circumstances, provide crucial firsthand information that can corroborate evidence or lead to new breakthroughs in the investigation. This image is property of i.ytimg.com. "Evil Minds Decoded: Are You Brave Enough to Understand?" Cold Case Documentary Cold cases, including those involving serial killers, often attract widespread attention and intrigue. Documentaries provide the opportunity to delve deep into these unsolved mysteries, exploring the details of the crimes, the investigations, and any new developments or theories that may have emerged. They can bring public awareness to the case and potentially generate leads or new evidence. Suspect In cold cases, suspects may emerge long after the initial investigation. Advances in technology, DNA analysis, or new leads can sometimes shed light on potential suspects previously overlooked. Revisiting a cold case with a fresh perspective and investigative techniques can reignite the search for a serial killer and bring them to justice. History Understanding the history of a cold case, including the timeframe in which the crimes occurred, societal factors at the time, and any previous investigative efforts, is crucial in developing a comprehensive understanding of the case. Examining the historical context can help identify potential patterns or motivations behind the killer's actions. Manhunt A manhunt for a serial killer can involve a large-scale police operation, media attention, and a heightened sense of urgency. Law enforcement agencies combine their resources, often collaborating with federal agencies and task forces dedicated to apprehending dangerous criminals. The goal is to locate the killer, gather evidence, and ultimately bring them to justice. Escape Capture The capture of a serial killer is a significant moment in any criminal investigation. It marks the end of their reign of terror and provides respite and closure for the victims' families and the community. Capture often involves a combination of law enforcement efforts, surveillance, tips from the public, and a relentless pursuit of the killer. Trial Once a serial killer is captured, they are subjected to a trial to determine their guilt or innocence. Trials provide an opportunity for both the prosecution and defense to present their cases, calling witnesses, introducing evidence, and presenting arguments to the judge and jury. A trial aims to establish the truth and hold the killer accountable for their crimes. Verdict The verdict in a serial killer trial is a critical moment that determines the killer's guilt or innocence. If found guilty, they will be held accountable for their actions and potentially face sentencing accordingly. A guilty verdict can bring a sense of justice and closure to the victims' families and provide validation for the tireless efforts of law enforcement. Sentencing Sentencing for a convicted serial killer depends on various factors, including the severity of their crimes, the presence of aggravating factors, and the jurisdiction. Possible sentences range from prison terms, including life sentences, to the death penalty. The sentencing phase aims to weigh the nature of the crimes against the convicted killer's rights and the interests of society. Defense The defense's role in a serial killer trial is to ensure the fair treatment and representation of the accused. They present arguments, call witnesses, and challenge the prosecution's case to establish reasonable doubt. The defense's primary goal is to protect the rights of the accused while challenging the prosecution's evidence and narrative. This image is property of allthatsinteresting.com. Prosecution Witness Witnesses play a crucial role in the prosecution of a serial killer. They provide firsthand accounts, observations, or other valuable information that can corroborate the investigation's findings. Witness testimonies can help establish the killer's presence at the crime scene, their actions, or interactions with the victims, aiding in proving their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Courtroom The courtroom serves as the stage for the prosecution and defense to present their cases and engage in legal proceedings. It is where the judge, jury, witnesses, lawyers, and other legal professionals come together to seek justice. The courtroom provides a fair and neutral environment for the trial, ensuring both sides have an opportunity to present their arguments. Crime Rate Serial killers can significantly impact the crime rate in the areas they target. Their crimes strike fear into the hearts of the community, leading to heightened vigilance and a sense of insecurity. Understanding the impact of a serial killer's crimes on the crime rate is essential in fostering public safety and implementing effective crime prevention measures. Pattern Patterns can emerge from the crimes committed by a serial killer, such as the time, location, or method of the murders. Identifying and analyzing these patterns can provide valuable insights into the killer's behavior and motivations. Patterns can also aid in profile development, giving investigators a better understanding of what to look for in potential suspects. Trends Analyzing trends in serial killings can help law enforcement professionals anticipate and prevent future crimes. By studying historical data and patterns, authorities can identify emerging trends, areas of vulnerability, and potential hotspots. This information can be used to allocate resources effectively and implement targeted preventive measures. Behavioral Science Federal Bureau of Investigation The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is a prominent agency involved in the investigation and profiling of serial killers. The Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) within the FBI specializes in understanding the criminal mind and providing assistance to law enforcement agencies in their efforts to apprehend dangerous individuals. Criminal Mind Understanding the intricacies of the criminal mind is crucial in identifying, tracking, and apprehending serial killers. Behavioral scientists delve into the psychology, motivations, and thought processes of these individuals, using their insights to aid investigators and develop effective strategies for combating and preventing such crimes. Media Coverage Media coverage plays a significant role in shaping public perception and awareness of serial killers. Documentaries, news reports, and true crime series bring attention to these cases, potentially generating leads or encouraging witnesses to come forward. Responsible media coverage can increase public safety and assist in the apprehension of serial killers. Safety The safety of the community is of paramount concern when dealing with a serial killer. Law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and individuals must work collectively to implement measures that keep people safe. This includes educating the public about personal safety, reporting suspicious activities, and fostering a sense of vigilance within communities. Prevention Preventing serial killings requires a multi-faceted approach that combines effective law enforcement strategies, public awareness campaigns, mental health resources, and collaboration between various agencies. By recognizing the warning signs, addressing potential risk factors, and implementing preventive measures, communities can work towards reducing the likelihood of future tragedies. This image is property of www.theyucatantimes.com. Unsolved Mystery Case Study Unsolved serial killer cases often become case studies, allowing researchers and investigators to revisit and analyze the crimes from different angles. These case studies can provide valuable insights into the killer's methods, victim selection, and the investigation process. Examining unsolved mysteries can help refine profiling techniques and inform future investigations. Eyewitness Eyewitnesses to crimes committed by a serial killer, even if the case remains unsolved, can provide invaluable information. Their testimony can aid in creating a timeline of events, identifying the perpetrator, or uncovering new leads. Investigators must diligently follow up on eyewitness accounts and coordinate efforts to solve these haunting mysteries. Federal Agency Federal agencies, such as the FBI, often become involved in unsolved serial killer cases due to their expertise and resources. These agencies can bring additional manpower, specialized knowledge, and access to advanced technology to assist local law enforcement in their efforts to solve these complex and challenging cases. Task Force Task forces are often established to focus specifically on unsolved serial killer cases. These specialized teams bring together law enforcement professionals from various agencies, pooling their expertise and resources to generate new leads, conduct fresh investigations, and bring justice to the victims and their families. Criminal Record The criminal record of a serial killer, even in the case of unsolved crimes, can provide valuable information for investigators. By examining their past, including any prior criminal activities, law enforcement professionals can identify patterns or identify potential connections to other unsolved cases. A comprehensive examination of the killer's criminal record may hold key insights into their behavior. Evidence Collection Procedure The collection of evidence from a crime scene follows a well-established procedure to ensure its integrity and admissibility in court. This process involves careful documentation, photography, and systematic searching for both physical and trace evidence. Following a standardized procedure helps safeguard the evidence and ensures that it can be effectively utilized in the investigation and prosecution of the serial killer. Federal Agency Federal agencies, such as the FBI or state police, often have specialized units dedicated to evidence collection. These agencies possess the necessary resources, training, and expertise to conduct thorough and scientific examinations of crime scenes. They are an invaluable asset in major investigations, including those involving serial killers. Task Force Task forces comprised of individuals from different law enforcement agencies may be assembled to collaborate on evidence collection in serial killer cases. These task forces bring together experts with diverse specialties, pooling their knowledge and skills to ensure that all relevant evidence is collected, documented, and analyzed in a comprehensive and effective manner. Physical Evidence Physical evidence forms the backbone of any investigation, including those involving serial killers. This can include items such as weapons, clothing, fibers, bloodstains, or any other tangible objects that have a potential link to the crimes. The careful collection and analysis of physical evidence is crucial in identifying the killer and presenting a strong case for their prosecution. Incident Report The incident report plays a vital role in documenting the details and actions taken by law enforcement at the crime scene. It provides an official record of the events, observations, and evidence collected, ensuring that all relevant information is accurately recorded. This report serves as a foundation for the investigation and future legal proceedings. In conclusion, the pursuit of justice in cases involving serial killers requires a comprehensive and meticulous approach. From the profile and MO of the killer to the collection and analysis of evidence, every aspect of the investigation is vital in identifying, apprehending, and bringing these predators to justice. By understanding the psychology of the criminal mind, leveraging advanced forensic techniques, and collaborating across agencies, law enforcement professionals continue to make strides in solving cold cases and preventing future tragedies. The mysteries surrounding serial killers capture the public's fascination and inspire ongoing efforts to uncover the truth and ensure the safety of our communities. "Discover the Disturbing Truth Behind the World's Most Notorious Criminal Minds!" Read the full article