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trashyreptilian · 1 month

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I know you're changing the au name and some other things but will the Archangels still be a thing if so are you drawing the others?

Sorry if this is random I just love their designs and other info about them. You do a really good- great job actually at making characters and giving life to them

Not random at all, dude! The archangels are still a thing, and some day I'll get to drawing them all. Though, the first ones on the list will be Raphael and Michael. Since they still remain the most important ones. To me at least hah-

On a somewhat similar topic, everything that I had thought up for my version of Heaven has remained fairly unchanged. Which is a nice relief for my little brain. :')

#also-#thank you for all the lovely compliments near the end!!#I try my best with my characters #very flattered when my efforts are noticed :3 #replica hysteria #asks

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trashyreptilian · 1 month

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I bet you guys didn't think I'd be making another post this month. But unlike the last two posts, this ones unrelated to them and just a tad bit more on the positive side.

Wasn't sure when I should bring this up but I'm feeling okay to do this now. This is about my "Best Friend" AU. For the past week, I've given it some thought and decided to turn it into an original project. It was that, or dropping it entirely like an unwanted child. Luckily, the AU had barely stuck to the canon lore or story that I feel like it was due to become its own thing at some point. Shame I didn't have the gull to do that way fucking sooner. Oh well, better now than never, right?

Best Friend AU is changing into "Replica Hysteria", it's own little thing, original universe and all that. Meaning that it isn't an AU anymore, and I don't associate it with TMC either. I went through a writing frenzy these past days, going over some of the world-building/lore I had and did rewrites where need be. Now that I feel pretty much done with that, I'll be moving onto doing new reference sheets for the characters.

So yeah- That's all I have to say here. I'm open to answering questions if there might be any.

#I added the sketch just cuz I feel like drawing today hehe #replica hysteria #original project #original characters #xochil #my art #my persona/self insert

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trashyreptilian · 2 months

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Making another quick separate post about this for tonight. This is in relation to my previous reblog. Again reminder, if anyone in the TMC community here hasn't seen it yet. There's been a 27 page google doc released on Twitter (by stirringjuice), that has detailed a lot of disturbing behavior coming from Alex Kister. Not to mention, a lot of said behavior was supposedly directed towards minors. Please take the time to look at it before even reading anything of what I have to say here.

I'm personally still waiting and trying to find out more about this entire unfortunate situation. I just want to state this most importantly:

I'm all for letting each sides to speak out, including the accused. But something about this particularly, leaves me with a terrible feeling in the pit of my stomach and makes me believe in the worst outcome. If Alex's response turns out to be complete and utter dogshit, or he just FULLY admits to everything.

It'll be the final straw for me. I'll no longer associate myself with "The Mandela Catalogue". I can't bring myself to indulge in the works of someone who might have acted so disgustingly. It's just not right to me at all.

To anyone else who will still continue to engage with the series, good for you. I personally don't care if you choose so. I really don't. I WISH I could dissociate the artist from the art, but I can't. I've grown such a high respect and admiration for Alex and his art. Everything he's done has had his, "feel" to it, if that makes sense. As far as I'm aware, he's the main writer of TMC. He's the sole core of it. So I can't remove the artist in this case, I genuinely I can't.

So I'll say this lastly. Please, please. Take a long look at this situation at your own pace and time. Decide for yourselves, if you really think this guy's work will even be worth your time anymore.

#alex kister #the mandela catalogue #mandela catalogue

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trashyreptilian · 2 months

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While I've seen plenty of reblogs, I'd like to give out more twitter links of other people's statements about this situation.

The first links come from people who were popular in the TMCTWT scene, have had interactions with Alex in some way and provide additional screenshots:

Donut/ Quinn: https://twitter.com/donutqq_qwq/status/1767619637380841535

Evan: https://twitter.com/lunarjournalist/status/1767618487352983581

Mel: https://twitter.com/immelithink/status/1767639333454905443

Mitcha: https://twitter.com/archofcorpses/status/1767609789654163814

I'm also adding just a few more links that I think are worth seeing too.

Kyle DeNigris, the voice actor for Gabriel, has already gone out to say that they will no longer be associating with TMC. https://twitter.com/ItsameWario48/status/1767620005997281526

Martin Walls, the creator of "The Walten Files", has also spread awareness to the main doc published by stirringjuice. https://twitter.com/smiles_bunny/status/1767616374778503250

It's entirely possible that I've missed out on a lot more I could link. So I highly encourage others to reblog more with other people's statements. I'm doing this for anyone who might not be active at all on Twitter, like I am as well.

Spreading this to here as it is very important !!

(I was not the creator of this doc, it was created by stirringjuice on Twitter, I’m simply posting it on this site to make people here aware of it)

#alex kister #mandela catalogue #the mandela catalogue #tmc #mystifying oracle #goes without saying but none of these statements I've linked are from me #I do not have an active twitter account #I wish the best for all victims involved

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trashyreptilian · 3 months

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I rise from the shadows and arrive with art once again-

More interactions between Mark and Him, cuz' content of them on my blog is severely lacking believe it or not lmao,, So please, have a mini collage and 3 little random drawn out scenarios. :>

#guys-#i'm trying to psych myself up to write by drawing these two #been too damn long since the last part to my unfinished fanfic #best friend au #alternate universe #fan characters #the mandela catalogue #mandela catalogue #him #mark heathcliff #my art

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trashyreptilian · 5 months

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Just the boys hanging around on their apartment's rooftop.

Not much else to see here hehe,, :> Full drawing without dialogue:

#next post should be more of these two interacting #hopefully lmao #best friend au #alternate universe #fan characters #mandela catalogue #the mandela catalogue #mark heathcliff #him #my art

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trashyreptilian · 7 months

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AAAAAA- I swear I'm alive guys,, Just been a lot more busy with real life and other boring shit.

So for now have a little silly image redraw from me.~

Original picture I redrew and the art without all the blaring filters:

#best friend au #alternate universe #the mandela catalogue #mandela catalogue #mark heathcliff #cesar torres #my art

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trashyreptilian · 9 months

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Artfight got me fucked up for a bit' and for whatever reason I decided to make two ref. sheets to come back with,,,

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Biographies (long read):

((If it wasn't obvious, everything you're reading below is all made up stuff for my AU. Fanon junk basically.))

-General Info-

Full Name: C

Age: Its species don't age. Instead, being adult already as they're formed. Existed since 1992.

Height: 7'3'' ft

Gender: Agender

Sex: Sexless

Species: Sloth alternate ("Flawed Impersonator")

Homeplace: Mandela County, Wisconsin (US)

Romantic/Sexual Orientation: Aromantic asexual

-Other Info-

Personality?: Cesar Torres's alternate, or just C for short, is pretty young. Inexperienced in many things. But some of it's due to it failing their main task, killing its human target. It lacks knowledge of how humans behave and how they live in general. Not to mention, it doesn't have a firm grasp on how its own species operate and the community surrounding it. Anyone who comes across C, will see how very sporadic their energy is. Never really clear what gets it excited. The only times it calms down is when it's bored or it's forced to. While this may sound like a positive thing, it holds little to no willpower over itself. Getting into trouble with someone, somewhere, is a frequent occurrence. It'll do whatever it wants on a whim without considering the outcome. Speaking of control, it cannot assert any ounce of authority around other alternates to save its life. Since their status is as low as it could be without completely enraging Hell's overlord, it's easily pushed around. Takes but a simple threat to put it in line. C seems unaware of where the ill treatment is coming from. Because despite all of that, their friendly yet creepy demeanor persists anyway.

Thinks Before Acting?: Not really, at least without any aid it won't. Actually needs to be looked after if even given a basic task to do. Not much of a planner, its attention span is quite inconsistent. Tends to get distracted easily by anything that's remotely interesting to it.

Positive Traits?: Laid-back, energetic, curious, excitable and flexible.

Negative Traits?: Oblivious, careless, passive, impulsive, self-indulgent and irritable.

Way Of Speaking?: Only knows fluent English and there's no discernible accent when talking. Their voice sounds grating because they change tones often. One minute it goes from croaky to high-pitched out of nowhere. A fairly distinct quirk they have is their laughter. Simply put, it's unrestrained. Loud and animated, it lets loose like a maniac. (Headcanon voice: https://youtu.be/7eWUGKKslPI)

Occupation?: Failing to replace their human target, C is stuck as a mere impersonator. Usually alternates in that type of position are either killed off or taken in as workers for other superior figures. The second option doesn't happen often since most prefer having the older overdriven doppelgangers instead. However, in its particular case, it got extremely lucky. A few seconds away from dying, someone was willing to take them in. Whom happened to be Six, a pride alternate. He had ulterior motives behind the decision, yet ended up keeping C around since it proved to be somewhat useful. Nowadays, it mostly serves as an extra helping hand for Six's other far more competent worker (The Preacher "Ora"). Carrying out any kind of manual labor whenever needed. But it needs constant supervision, otherwise it'll wander off and indulge in its own silly pastimes. Which mainly consists of interacting with other impersonators like it, or collecting random human used items.

Powers/Skills?: Sloth is regarded as the weakest sin of the existent seven, they're not expected to have mastered their own abilities. That's rather obvious about C. Mostly uses them for fun and in return, it stagnates its improvement. Having some basic skills, also commonly seen within its species. Night vision and voice mimicry, sees clear in pitch darkness just fine but copying voices is not their strong suit. Oftentimes it's choppy and sounds like it's fighting between two voices. Surface adhesion and body alteration are more its speed. Can freely walk on any wall or ceiling without falling, and capable of contorting its body in many grotesque ways. One better advanced skill it knows is matter manipulation. Meaning that it can turn its entire being into black fog-like smoke, might reshape the size or form if necessary. Moving onto its unique skills, ones present with sloth alternates. Their general resilience to harsh conditions and physical trauma is greater than other sins, known to heal and regenerate much faster as well. Adding on, its body is very flexible. Having nearly no limits to how far it could distort or stretch out its body parts.

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-General Info-

Full Name: The Preacher "Ora"

Age: Her species don't age. Instead, being adult already as they're formed. Existed since 1890.

Height: 10'0'' ft

Gender: Female

Sex: Sexless

Species: Envy alternate ("Overdriven Doppelganger")

Homeplace: Mandela County, Wisconsin (US)

Romantic/Sexual Orientation: Homoromantic Asexual

-Other Info-

Personality?: Known as one of the few older, somewhat active, alternates within her kind. She outlived her busiest years as a doppelganger, nowadays mostly carrying out menial tasks for more important figures. A boring and repetitive life, but one that she's come to terms with. As long as she's serving her overlord in some way, she'll still feel the need to perform perfectly. Having worked as a "false" nun in the past, allowed Ora to gain a deeper understanding of humans and just how vulnerable they are. A lot of her early work made her develop superior tactics in manipulation. She may not be putting them to use as often anymore, but she remains dangerous nonetheless. Having no guilt in deceiving anyone if it means she has something to gain. This mindset persists in any sort of connection she makes with other alternates. Ora prefers surrounding herself with stronger and wiser individuals, who prove being far more useful for her. While she can carry around an approachable appearance because of her typical calm nature, it remains as a façade, making herself appear less threatening. No one likes an outwardly hostile alternate after all. Unless provoked consistently, she won't shy away from verbal abuse. It's best to not be hated by her, or worst, make her envy you.

Thinks Before Acting?: Pretty much all the time, she feels more in control when she's got everything planned out. Staying well-calculated and on point while working. Being steps ahead of any potential adversary or threat, is better than getting involved in a physical altercation.

Positive Traits?: Patient, analytical, responsible, focused, persuasive and sympathetic.

Negative Traits?: Resentful, judgmental, pessimistic, controlling, malicious and devious.

Way Of Speaking?: Only speaks fluent English, but her vocabulary still includes fragments of older words and slangs not as commonly used anymore. Her voice is gentle while also low, and has no accent. At times, the tone comes across as demanding. (Headcanon voice: https://youtu.be/gpWfgLTRPGo?t=13)

Occupation?: Overdriven doppelgangers typically don't get any actual significant tasks. Instead, they do manual labor for others or teach the inexperienced alternates. Anything that takes up too much valuable time, is dumped onto them. Ora is no exception to this. After her literal human disguise began reverting back to an uncanny state, she could no longer interact with people. At first, she sought out to become a sort of teacher for newer alternates who were tasked with impersonating nuns. Spending a few years doing just that most of the time, letting others learn from her experience. Eventually it was put on halt once appointed as a worker/servant for a pride alternate. Which was Six, one of the overlord's "favorite" doppelgangers. Her job now is mostly doing the dirty work that Six doesn't want to do. Gathering electronic devices, keeping guard, stalking Six's victims, babysitting his much younger inexperienced worker (alternate Cesar). All the boring stuff basically.

Powers/Skills?: Due to her current form’s state, her body feels fatigue a bit faster when in use of her abilities. But it doesn't mean she's defenseless. Possessing a few basic skills, which are also common with her species. Like night vision and surface adhesion. Capable of seeing her surroundings even in complete darkness, and free to move around on any wall without the risk of falling. One thing that Ora's perfected is voice mimicry. There's probably no voice she can't copy near flawlessly, and for as long as she wants. A skill she's mastered over the years. One advanced ability she's used often is matter manipulation. What it means is that she can turn her entire being into black fog-like smoke. They might reshape the size or form depending on the situation. Moving onto her distinct skills, which are seen amongst envy alternates. Their intelligence is viewed as far more advanced than other sins, though competes with pride alternates. Psychological and emotional manipulation is her forte. To add, sound wave screams. The kind that can shatter glass and deafen someone momentarily, or permanently. Its intensity is fully controllable as well.

#best friend au #alternate universe #au interpretations #mandela catalogue #the mandela catalogue #alternate cesar #the preacher #my art

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trashyreptilian · 10 months

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I love ur au :) are you planning to write more about it?

Thank you, glad you do! And of course! It's just hard to get that writing funk back, if you know what I mean. For now, I'm discreetly writing some character bios to bring back that motivation to myself.

Oh, and I might as well mention this too while I'm here. About my "Lure In The Predator" fanfic, I can't reveal much. All I can say is that the 3rd part will focus on Him and Mark only. Also, the fanfic is planned to have 7 parts soooooo- It's gonna be a WHILE lmao

#best friend au #alternate universe #asks

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trashyreptilian · 10 months

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i absolutely love your art! you gave me motivation to post the introduction to my TMC AU on my blog finally. keep up the good work!

also the post of the faceless woman and N talking and then 6 interrupting them always pops in my head, i always think about what the type 3s would talk about :)

AAAAAAA- Thank you!! I'm so flattered to read all of this!! Probably the best compliment I could get is being referred to as a sort of motivation or inspiration for someone else,,, I took a little looksie at that introduction post you've got and honestly, you're cooking up something interest. I hope you continue and have fun developing your AU! ;D

Haha, I know the post you're talking about. N and Z (the faceless woman) are just chill. Chill bestie vibes lmao,, Just silly little goofy goobers minding their own business. Some alternates be like that-

#best friend au #alternate universe #asks

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trashyreptilian · 10 months

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Excuse me, guys. Gonna do a bit of "self-advertising" rn-

And by "self-advertising", I mean that I'm just going to plug my ArtFight account: https://artfight.net/~TrashyReptilian

Yeah, that's right. I've been on the website for a while. Finally felt like showing it off. I've only got like, FIVE characters on there and I'm not quite done editing them but still- doesn't hurt to take a look and see if anyone might peak your interest. Not sure how active I'll be but I'll do my best to return any attacks I get, no promises though. :V

#artfight #artfight 2023 #team werewolves #original characters #xochil #my persona/self insert #my art

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trashyreptilian · 10 months

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Friendly fire, guys. It's all friendly fire. ;)

Listen. If I didn't draw Xanthan and Him kissing at least once during Pride Month, I'm pretty sure some sort of karma would have struck me lmao-

#best friend au #alternate universe #fan characters #the mandela catalogue #mandela catalogue #him #xanthan #mark heathcliff #cesar torres #my art

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trashyreptilian · 11 months

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TW: Unsettling faces and gore.

I feel like I haven't shown off Him being the unnecessarily aggressive wrath alternate that he is soooo, have this little collage of my favorite lad hahahahaha,,~

Some more close ups and extras below:

#tw unsettling #tw gore #best friend au #alternate universe #fan characters #mandela catalogue #the mandela catalogue #him #my art

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trashyreptilian · 1 year

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A random question, after i read "lure in the predator part 2" i was thinking about something.. what sin does "Gabriel"/ Alt! Gabriel created or have?

By the way, the story is amazing! I have read it many times and the story always amazes me!

How fitting that you mentioned the word "created" here. Alternate Gabriel, or Lucifer if you prefer, themselves created the sin of Pride which they have of course. Pride is by far the highest ranked sin amongst the alternates.

Also, thank you!! I'm very flattered to hear that you've enjoyed the fanfic. It's still a long way before it's completed but I'll get there eventually. ^^

#best friend au #alternate universe #alternate gabriel #asks

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trashyreptilian · 1 year

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do you plan on adding Adam or Thatcher to the au? (Or any of the other tmc characters)

Oh, I definitely want to add Thatcher. Lowkey, I've imagined Mark and Thatcher forming some sort of rivalry during the 2000s or a bit further down the timeline. Of course, this is just a little idea. It may not happen or maybe even change.

And about other TMC characters- I don't have much to say. I do also want to add Sarah, Adam and Evelin but just like Thatcher, they're FAR from ever appearing in the AU with the current timeline of events I'm working on. I'm stuck with Mark and Cesar for a long time as far as canon human characters so to speak.

#we might never see any other canon character #depending on how long my interest in this au lasts lmao #best friend au #alternate universe #asks

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trashyreptilian · 1 year

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#that's me right there #wibblin' wobblin' :)#snakes #videos

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trashyreptilian · 1 year

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"An Unkindness" (Final Part)

Previous Part

Ravens, and other members of the corvid family, are well-known for their intelligence. One of their unique traits is being able to remember individual human faces. They can recognize you for months or even up to years, dependent on how frequent the interaction is. Knowing these birds have a complex social structure, they can remember good and bad encounters. Their memories last and being able to remember faces, they can recall who treated them unfairly. Ravens can hold grudges.

So perhaps. There's a reason you keep seeing the same raven following you.

Maybe you've wronged them. Or it's bad luck. I don't know.

Or maybe, just maybe... You've attracted unwanted attention again.

Oh, poor you. Why is this happening again, Mark?

Haven't you learned anything last time? Curiosity kills the cat, you know.

#best friend au #alternate universe #mandela catalogue #the mandela catalogue #mark heathcliff #my art

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