Okay So Spicy Rant Because I Keep Seeing Stuff Over Here And In Fandoms And I Need To Say Something

Okay so spicy rant because I keep seeing stuff over here and in fandoms and I need to say something 💀

You know what REALLY grinds my gears? People who take it upon themselves to discourage writers, whether they're experienced authors or roleplayers just trying to have some fun. What is it with these self-appointed gatekeepers who think it's their sacred duty to trash anyone else's creative efforts? It's like they've got nothing better to do than sit on their high horses, casting judgment on everything they see, never lifting their pinkies to do anything.

First off: these so-called "critics" who love to bash writing prompts. "This again?" "This prompt is so cliché" Oh, excuse me for daring to use a prompt that’s been around the block a few dang times. Newsflash: originality isn't about finding a prompt no one's ever heard of. It's about what you do with it. If a writer finds inspiration in something that sparks their creativity, who are you to sneer at it? Just because you think it's been "overused" doesn't mean it can't produce something unique and worthwhile.

Guess what, genius? Every single story, from the dawn of storytelling, builds on something that came before. There are no new ideas, only new ways of telling them. If someone wants to write yet another vampire romance or a dystopian saga, let them! The coffeeshop AU with the bartender falling in love with the client? Let's go! The tensed enemies to lovers finally getting on with it? Awesome!! The magic is in the execution, not the premise.

But no, these critics have to swoop in with their unsolicited opinions, acting like they're the arbiters of taste. "Oh, that’s so cliché" "Really? Another story about a lost princess? Who cares?" Listen Linda, if you don’t like it, don’t fucking read it. It’s that simple. You don’t have to ruin someone else’s enthusiasm just because it doesn’t match your narrow definition of what’s acceptable. No-freaking-one is forcing you to read it.

These detractors love to throw around the word "cringe" like it’s some ultimate verdict. Well, what’s truly cringe-worthy is your need to belittle others to feel superior. It’s pathetic. There’s nothing cool or insightful about discouraging someone from pursuing their passion. If anything, it shows a profound lack of empathy, imagination, kindness and just basic decency on your part.

And let's not forget the classic line: "You should be writing something more serious." Oh, should I now? And who made you the judge of what's serious or worthwhile? Writing isn't a one-size-fits-all endeavor, never has been. Some people write for fun, some for catharsis, some to explore their own minds, some to fix the ending of a series, and some to entertain. Every piece of writing has value to the person who wrote it, and often to many others as well.

I just have 6 words to say. Get off your damn high horse. If you can’t offer constructive criticism or, heaven forbid, encouragement, maybe it’s time to keep your opinions to yourself. Writers don’t need your negativity. They need support, constructive feedback, and the freedom to explore their creativity without the fear of being mocked or belittled. If you don't like the prompts, the characters, cool that's your stuff and taste. Doesn't mean you have to be mean about it. You can scroll, block, filter and so on.

In the end, the joke's on you. While you're busy being a critic without a cause, those writers you're so eager to dismiss are actually creating something. They’re putting themselves out there, taking risks, and growing in ways you’ll never understand. And they're brave for doing so. Can't say the same about you. So who’s really cringing now?

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Welcome!

Welcome Fallout fandom lovers!!!

This here is a Tumblr dedicated to the new Fallout Ghoul themed gift exchange on AO3 that we will be running and all are welcome! Whether its Fanart or Fanfic you can join in the fun and write or draw secret santa style for someone else and they for you!!

The only requirement is this is a Ghoul themed romance! So whatever Ghoul you love, be it Cooper Howard or Hancock or Jones or Bobbi No Nose, as long as one ghoul is in the relationship then your in!

The Schedule for this year is:

Sign-up Opens: Fri 26 Jul 2024 03:00PM ACST

Sign-up Closes: Fri 09 Aug 2024 10:00AM ACST

Assignments Due: Mon 16 Sep 2024 10:00AM ACST

Works Revealed: Fri 20 Sep 2024 10:00AM ACST

Reminder we have a Yord/Osha shipping Discord!!!💛

Send a dm to get an invite!!💛

"Pedro looks so out of place, he doesn't look like he belongs there." Shut up.

New Yorsha Fic Available!!💛

Rating:

Mature

Archive Warning:

Graphic Depictions Of Violence

Categories:

F/F

F/M

Gen

M/M

Multi

Fandoms:

Wiedźmin | The Witcher - All Media Types

Wiedźmin | The Witcher (Video Game)

Star Wars: The Acolyte (TV)

Star Wars: The High Republic (Marvel Comics 2021)

Relationships:

Osha Aniseya & Yord Fandar

Osha Aniseya/Yord Fandar

Yord Fandar/Osha Aniseya

Yord Fandar & Jecki Lon

Osha Aniseya & Sol the Jedi

Osha Aniseya & Jecki Lon

Jecki Lon & Tasi Lowa

Jecki Lon & Sol the Jedi

Osha Aniseya & Yord Fandar & Jecki Lon & Sol the Jedi

Yord Fandar & Tasi Lowa

Characters:

Yord Fandar

Osha Aniseya

Sol the Jedi (Star Wars)

Jecki Lon

Tasi Lowa

Original Witcher Character(s)

Torbin the Jedi (Star Wars)

Indara the Jedi (Star Wars)

Kelnacca the Jedi (Star Wars)

Vernestra Rwoh

Additional Tags:

Ships to be added - Freeform

Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence

Alternate Universe - Fantasy

Alternate Universe - Everyone Lives/Nobody Dies

Alternate Universe - The Witcher

Canon-Typical Violence

Blood and Injury

Protective Witchers (The Witcher)

Touch-Starved Witchers (The Witcher)

Emotionally Constipated Witchers (The Witcher)

My brother in Kaer Morhen I don't care if there are incoherences

Tasi is trying her best

Master Sol being a sweetheart in every AUs just because

OSHA BABY

Author Is Sleep Deprived

Mythology - Freeform

Mythology References

Jecki and Yord getting the action they deserved

Pagan Festivals

Pagan Gods

Alternate Universe - Magic

Dark Magic

Swords & Sorcery

Swordfighting

Canon What Canon

Timeline What Timeline

Plot What Plot

No betas we die like Jedi

Language: English