I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exactly a year ago. How very fitting. I was absolutely blown away by the visual that Matt gave us here - just had to paint it!!
The landscape and perspective of this one were tricky but I wanted to show the insane size of the Titan and still do justice to the majestic flight of J'man Sa Ord!
There exists two metropolis cities and a main road that runs between them. One city is men and the other is women. Binary gender people live in the cities. Cis people live in the city they were born in, binary trans people moved to the other city.
Nonbinary people don’t live in those cities. Many live along the road or travel between the cities. Demi-gender people usually live closer to one of the cities. Genderfluid people travel between them. Agender people don’t live in the cities or along the road. Other nonbinary, genderfluid, genderqueer, or agender people might be exploring the rest of the world. The mountain tops and valleys, other cities, maybe even other worlds. All those places exist, though many people in the cities don’t believe them and stay where they feel safe.
My favorite genre of fandom headcanon is that a fictional man has no ass. It is almost always in response to people being attracted to him. It’s like, you want him? Well he may bring a lot to the table but he is NOT bringing it to the chair! You still want him now? This bootyless fellow? This assless chap?
–From a Certain Point of View, ”An Incident Report" by Mallory Ortberg
“It must, however, be pointed out that at present the number of planets destroyed solely by the unaided power of the Force is zero.”
MOTTI JUST DRAGGED THE FUCK OUT OF VADER I AM FUCKING LIVING
“I imagine Lord Vader would have had to stand very close to the planet Alderaan indeed today if he wanted to demonstrate how thoroughly his Force-wielding abilities outmatch the Death Star.”
THIS ASSHOLE IS GOING TO DIE, BUT IT WILL BE IN SERVICE OF THE MOST GLORIOUS DRAGGING OF VADER I HAVE EVER SEEN.
“I merely spoke the truth: Lord Vader’s devotion to a nearly extinct faith has not resulted in the recovery of the stolen data tapes, nor has it given him insight into the rebels’ secret base, nor has he ever destroyed a planet.”
“He found my lack of faith disturbing? I have never claimed to be an adherent to his sect. I found his lack of faith in this military installation disturbing.”
MOTTI IS GOING TO FUCKING DIE IN A SPACE DITCH WHERE VADER DUMPS HIS BODY BUT HOLY SHIT HE WENT OUT LIKE A GODDAMNED LEGEND
genji: going on a date? again? the second time this week?
hanzo: (adjusting his tie) yes
genji: im surprised. usually on a friday night you just go out and get shitfaced like you’re living the asian frat boy experience you never could
hanzo:
genji:you’re wearing the prada. you never wear the prada.
hanzo:it’s for a good date
genji:how good can it be? i imagine you can’t afford to set your standards too high, brother
hanzo: (barely resisting the urge to make minced meat out of his brother again) he’s very sweet and smart
genji: is he.
hanzo: (shakily putting pomade in his hair) he’s got like, five phd’s.
genji:sounds like you don’t deserve him.
hanzo:(shaping his beard, barely contained anger) i assure you, i’ve told him that before already. he is quite sweet in that he insists he get to know me before he dismisses me.
genji: he will dismiss you, regardless
hanzo: you have no way of knowing that
genji: tell me who he is, and i’ll find out
hanzo:
genji: who is he?
hanzo: (gay silence)
genji: brother. who is he.
hanzo:
genji: wait. five phd’s?
hanzo:
genji, voice breaking: b-brot- h. hanzo. h. hanzo. who
hanzo: it’s winston
genji:
hanzo: the gorilla.
genji:
hanzo:
genji: w. wear the. wear the watch with the inlaid pearl. h (chokes up) he likes watch (visibly breaking down) he likes that. watches.
Every day, Draco Malfoy tries. With every fiber of his being he tries. But he doesn’t much think about what he’s trying for. A fic about challenging assumptions, discovering self-worth, the silver lining in failing to meet expectations, and finding friendship, love, and purpose in a small Alaskan town that’s steeped in magic.
“Rule number one”—Draco lifts a forefinger in the air to begin his count—“no feelings.” He speaks the words intentionally, willing them into truth, hoping for a Time-Turner to appear amidst the clutter on Harry’s table.
My first rec outside birthday gifts caught me completely off guard. I’m gonna preface this by saying that I trust @sweet-s0rr0w’s taste with all my heart, and even knowing her rec couldn’t be anything other than perfect I’m still shook by how much I adored this fic. High chances of being my favorite BB together with Home Truthsby@skeptiquex, and they are definitely among my favorite 2021 reads. Ancient Pines reminded me a lot of one of my all-time fave fics, A Sword Laid Aside by korlaena - not in terms of characterization or plot-wise (although hermit Harry sharing his refuge with Draco is totally my jam!). No, the similarities are more related to tone and intent. Both stories feel properly adult, mature and contemplative yet light and tender in a way that feels almost poetic.
This kind of writing always gives me chills and makes me feel like basking in a warm bath, it’s so hard not to mourn the experience once it’s over. Here’s to another fic I wish I could read for the first time over and over! Ancient Pines has a perfect mix of so many elements I personally love: Healer Draco, hermit Harry, wand lore, friends with benefits gone (remarkably) wrong, low key emotional angst, found family, comfort food, Draco & Ginny friendship, a sexy amount of sneaky escapades with many fingers going into belt loops, and much more. Harry and Draco’s dynamics are simply fantastic, from the delightful banter to the passionate lovemaking. I’m captivated by this chill, earnest, observant and tender Harry, his good-natured ways edged just a lil bit with the kind of defiant stubbornness he saves only for Draco.
And this Draco is just the perfect match for him! Smart and capable, warm yet overthinking every little step and grasping for control by setting empty rules he’s bound to break. It’s such a lovely thing to watch them come together amidst the wild and evocative landscape of Alaska, with easy familiarity despite having an unspoken past looming over their heads. It’s even lovelier to watch Draco find his self-worth and identity along the way, coming to terms with what he wants and daring to take a leapplunge of faith. What a touching showcase of character development!
Beyond the gorgeous characterization, this fic also has delightful OCs (Meg & Fee own my heart!) and sets a perfect pace mixing delicious banter, detailed wand magic and gentle romance. And it’s so gentle, and fun, and sweet! Their dynamics feel very organic and the way “Let’s have fun” becomes “What can I do?” reflect how much these characters grow to learn and care for each other. Lastly, I wanna give a massive shoutout to the talented cambiodipolvereandonlytheheartknows who captured the fic’s essence and gorgeous aesthetics with stunning art pieces! Their work got me even more immersed in this universe and put a big smile on my face. If you’re looking for a soft and resonant comfort read, search no more: this journey is your next read!
![galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac](https://64.media.tumblr.com/7a8cd2a568c031aa6220f6752e291a3d/tumblr_pcwgbzsAU51w4zlfbo1_1280.jpg "galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac")
![galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac](https://64.media.tumblr.com/c497f2a43fccb12172c467ad992cd61a/tumblr_pcwgbzsAU51w4zlfbo2_1280.jpg "galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac")
![galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac](https://64.media.tumblr.com/2756c2fa2e3fd16e80a49e5a7b3aec3e/tumblr_pcwgbzsAU51w4zlfbo3_1280.jpg "galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac")
![galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac](https://64.media.tumblr.com/7627b144739f62ed180cf23f1bdeb99f/tumblr_pcwgbzsAU51w4zlfbo4_1280.jpg "galacticjonah: [Thar Amphala, marching.] I just reached the live show episode that aired almost exac")
