So That Stream, Huh.

So that stream, huh.

Okay in light of the trailer, I have my predictions for who I think may die SPECIFICALLY NEXT EPISODE. (Spoilers ofc 💙)

Already dead - obvious, they're (most likely in Toilet's case) already dead. Either by MephoneX, or by other means.

Oh you're FUCKED. - Soap is likely already dead, Yinyang and Goo didn't appear AT ALL in the trailer as far as I can see, I still retain my theory that Fan might die, and I just feel like at least one of the PM residents is gonna die (and if it had to be anyone then why not Apple, y'know?)

Yeah I can see it - I feel like at least ONE of the Bright Lights is gonna die, so Lightbulb, Test Tube, and Painty are there because it's one of them if not Fan. Considering Salt seems to have a major interaction of some kind with Paper, I feel like she's a possibility. Trophy and Tissues I can just. See it happening? Can't really explain it. Finalists there because if a dogfight happens, one may not live :Sadge:

Maybe? - These are all just characters that I feel are kinda just a... 50/50. No strong feelings either way honestly, some are just.. more in the background, to the point where they probably won't be important enough to be killed? Others... I don't know. I just don't think they'll kill people with ties to already dead contestants, but these people have looser connections than others.

Probably not - As said above, I don't think they'll kill Baseball, Taco, or Paper specifically because they have ties to already dead contestants, and witnessed their deaths personally (and/or they were the ONLY ones to see them die). Marsh.. I feel like there's more to be explored with PM and I don't think they'd kill her off YET. Same with Cobs and the Meeples, maybe in a future part, but it feels too soon.

Yeah, no. - It's Box. C'mon.

How to avoid White Room Syndrome

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A common problem writers face is "white room syndrome"—when scenes feel like they’re happening in an empty white room. To avoid this, it's important to describe settings in a way that makes them feel real and alive, without overloading readers with too much detail. Here are a few tips below to help!

Focus on a few key details

You don’t need to describe everything in the scene—just pick a couple of specific, memorable details to bring the setting to life. Maybe it’s the creaky floorboards in an old house, the musty smell of a forgotten attic, or the soft hum of a refrigerator in a small kitchen. These little details help anchor the scene and give readers something to picture, without dragging the action with heaps of descriptions.

Engage the senses

Instead of just focusing on what characters can see, try to incorporate all five senses—what do they hear, smell, feel, or even taste? Describe the smell of fresh bread from a nearby bakery, or the damp chill of a foggy morning. This adds a lot of depth and make the location feel more real and imaginable.

Mix descriptions with actions

Have characters interact with the environment. How do your characters move through the space? Are they brushing their hands over a dusty bookshelf, shuffling through fallen leaves, or squeezing through a crowded subway car? Instead of dumping a paragraph of description, mix it in with the action or dialogue.

Use the setting to reflect a mood or theme

Sometimes, the setting can do more than just provide a backdrop—it can reinforce the mood of a scene or even reflect a theme in the story. A stormy night might enhance tension, while a warm, sunny day might highlight a moment of peace. The environment can add an extra layer to what’s happening symbolically.

Here's an example of writing a description that hopefully feels alive and realistic, without dragging the action:

The bookstore was tucked between two brick buildings, its faded sign creaking with every gust of wind. Inside, the air was thick with the scent of worn paper and dust, mingling with the faint aroma of freshly brewed coffee from a corner café down the street. The wooden floorboards groaned as Ella wandered between the shelves, her fingertips brushing the spines of forgotten novels. Somewhere in the back, the soft sound of jazz crackled from an ancient radio.

Hope these tips help in your writing!

Can I just say this is PERFECT timing I was literally gonna draw a swap AU for the dead contestants soon >:3c

II EPISODE 17 TRAILER SPOILERS!!

I. Am going to be sick.

WHAT THE FUCK???

Lightbulb using the clicky pen again?? BAXTER?? Seems her facade is finally cracking; she's beginning to realise how serious this situation is and that is TERRIFYING.

FUCKING. KNIFE?? AND SUITCASE?? DEATHMATCH?? Oh my GOD I'm not prepared for this FUCK DO YOU MEAN IT'S RELEASING IN LESS THAN A WEEK?? ADAM?? JUSTIN?? BRIAN?? AAAAAAAAAA

Paper yelling at Salt is intriguing to say the least. Not sure what it'll be about, possibly OJ? But DAMN.

"It'll give you some time to process! I know ya need it :)" FUCK YOU STEVE.

We also get confirmation possibly on who is still alive, though Yinayang notably isn't there. Soap is also gone, though I had my suspicions that she died off-screen. Mephone X also showing up near Purgatory Mansion is NOT helping my suspicion that at least one of the Bright Lights will die. POSSIBLY Lightbulb, though my bets are still on Fan.

Just. AUGH I'M SO NOT READY FOR THIS 😭😭 JUSTIN YOU MADLAD YOU KEPT YOUR WORD AND RELEASED THE TRAILER EARLY BUT GOD I DON'T KNOW IF I WAS READY FOR IT...

JUSTIN PLEASE

So I've been compiling images (and composing myself), I think I'm ready to give my two cents. This'll be broken up into parts because only 10 images per post, so look forward to uh.. a lot! :,)

(MAJOR SPOILERS FOR II EPISODE 17 UNDER CUT)

We're starting with the Purgatory Mansion crew! And ohhh holy FUCK do I have a lot to say about them. First of all just. Fuck. God. Fan rambling during Test Tube's death, trying to keep himself composed?? And his denial of her death, just.. broke me. Painty having to be the one to snap him back into reality and TELL him that she's dead?? AUGHHHH 😭😭

ALSO THE PHONE?? MAN. THAT. THAT HURT.

SPEAKING OF PAINTBRUSH!

Okay I just. I genuinely this this was THE most gut-wrenching scene of II. Period. FUCKING PROPS TO JAZZY MOTHERFUCKING OLIVER CAN I LIKE. MARRY HER?? (/PLATONIC)

Okay so if y'all know me I'm pretty sure you know by now Paintbrush is my favourite OSC character. EVER. Their entire arc, their story, it just. It means so, so much to me. They're the entire reason I discovered I was nonbinary in the first place. They helped me find ways of dealing with anger in a healthy way. This fuckin' paintbrush has done more for me than I think.. ANY other fictional character in the history of ever?? This scene?? I genuinely nearly threw up from how hard I was sobbing.

Also can I just say how glad I am that Jazzy is voicing Paintbrush?? Like I don't think I've mentioned this enough but her vocal skills in this scene were PHENOMINAL and she SERIOUSLY did Painty justice. Good lord when they started crying I screamed out loud. Just. Lightbulb sacrificing herself for them, the whole "you need to be the leader now" thing?? Painty watching whilst all their friends die around them and they just have to sit there?? They can do nothing about it?? FUCK.

Them trying so hard to fight for her?? To SAVE her?? I just. I can't.

Not to mention just. This. Fuck. I'm a hardcore lightbrush shipper through and through so to me this is the equivalent of a child just trying to support their parent through the death of the other parent, but. Even if you see them platonically this hits DEEP. Their best friend, their rock, the silly to their serious, just died in front of them. The only things remaining being her lifeless corpse and a crab that she once gifted to them in memory of their friendship. Plus the symbolism of their flame dying out when Lightbulb dies?? BECAUSE THEY HAVE NOTHING LEFT TO FIGHT FOR?? ADAM ARE YOU TRYING TO KILL ME.

Yeah can you tell I love these guys?? (I'd post the image of Painty BEGGING Bow to tell them how to get back from death, but 10 images per post limit fucked me over :P)

(Hotel folk next!)