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my headcanon for gideons final gear!! he’s blue! (freight train passes)

3 components of worldbuilding:

1. The author’s kinks

2. The author’s power fantasy

3. The author’s political agenda

Plot and logic optional

mfers will say "im against book banning in schools and libraries!" and then turn around and say ao3 needs to be censored

tell me in the tags the shoes you wear most often because why not

fuck people who reblog posts which contradict each other. no! be explicitly clear

admire folks who reblog posts which contradict eachother. exactly! keep em guessing

If Bruce is O, it’s impossible for Damien to be AB and biologically Bruce’s. Even if Talia is AB, then that means that Damien would either be A or B.

Both A and B are the dominant gene and O is the recessive. So say a mom has AB and a dad had O:

Damien could have A or B, but there is no scenario where Bruce could be O and Damien could be AB, biologically.

Batfam Birthdays & Blood Types HCS

- Alfred: 70. April 7 1954. aries, type A

- Bruce: 45. February 26 1979. pisces, type O

- Dick: 30. November 11 1994. scorpio, type O

Personal headcanon that Dick keeps lying about his birthday. He says it’s to throw off suspicion concerning his vigilante lifestyle but actually it all started in grade school when a this nosepicker at recess told him since he was born in November his parents must have done it ™ on Valentine’s Day. He’s been upset about being told this ever since, and now when people ask about his birthday both in and out of spandex he just throws out random dates.

“March 21, first day of Spring because I’m Robin get it”

“April 1.” (voice is completely deadpan while saying it so people think he’s serious)

other dates: June, December and ‘the week before Hallowern’

- Jason: 25. August 16 1999. leo, type A

- Tim: 17. July 19 2007. cancer, type B

Last year at Gotham Academy, graduating early. Is taking extra college classes

- Damian: 12. August 9 2012. leo, type AB

- Cass: 16. January 26 2008. aquarius, type B

Sophomore at Gotham Academy

- Barbra: 31. September 23 1993. libra, type A

- Steph: 21. June 1 2003. gemini, type AB

- Duke: 17. August 23 2007. virgo, type O

Junior at Gothan Academy

so uhhh anyone remember this quiz I made a couple of weeks ago?

yeah, I made another

The last one has started to break through the phandom walls - let's see if we can do the same with this one :)

(and as always let me know if I'm right or not in the tags! I've been enjoying seeing people's reactions for the first one!)

Some, though certainly not all, of my favorite pictures I've done with the original Blue Boys~

(Tucker getting all cuddly when he's tired and has a head-ache, a nice chill moment with Caboose sitting down and Tucker affectionately leaning on him, a big three-person-hug, a re-draw of that one meme because both Caboose and Tucker want to order, Caboose resting on Tucker and refusing to move, the beginning and end of my emotional "Church and Tucker Talk" comic, another re-draw of the classic "I made you a cookie but I eated it", Caboose carrying Church and Tucker to bed and them attempting to do the same, and a little collection of the different ways Caboose holds Church/Tucker and Church karaoke/Tucker giving Church a piggy-back ride like the old days)

GUYS REBLOG IF YOU LOVE NYA NINJAGO

A few things that help me:

Negative thoughts?

• Eat something

• Take a nap

• Drink water

• Do one short chore like take out the garbage

• Go read the worst thing you can find. I have a few cheesy romance novels that I read.

Can’t find inspiration?

• Write down every story or prompt idea you have. Even if you don’t want to write it at the moment, write them down. You had the idea, so chances are it is something you already like and it will save you the time scrolling through prompts

• Take a walk or drive. Just to get a change of scenery.

• Listen to music in the same mood as what you want to write

Things That May Be Causing Your Writer's Block- and How to Beat Them

I don't like the term 'Writer's Block' - not because it isn't real, but because the term is so vague that it's useless. Hundreds of issues all get lumped together under this one umbrella, making writer's block seem like this all-powerful boogeyman that's impossible to beat. Worse yet, it leaves people giving and receiving advice that is completely ineffective because people often don't realize they're talking about entirely different issues.

In my experience, the key to beating writer's block is figuring out what the block even is, so I put together a list of Actual Reasons why you may be struggling to write:

(note that any case of writer's block is usually a mix of two or more)

Perfectionism (most common)

What it looks like:

You write one sentence and spend the next hour googling "synonyms for ___"

Write. Erase. Write. Rewrite. Erase.

Should I even start writing this scene when I haven't figured out this one specific detail yet?

I hate everything I write

Cringing while writing

My first draft must be perfect, or else I'm a terrible writer

Things that can help:

Give yourself permission to suck

Keep in mind that nothing you write is going to be perfect, especially your first draft

Think of writing your first/early drafts not as writing, but sketching out a loose foundation to build upon later

People write multiple drafts for a reason: write now, edit later

Stop googling synonyms and save that for editing

Write with a pen to reduce temptation to erase

Embrace leaving blank spaces in your writing when you can't think of the right word, name, or detail

It's okay if your writing sucks. We all suck at some point. Embrace the growth mindset, and focus on getting words on a page

Lack of inspiration (easiest to fix)

What it looks like:

Head empty, no ideas

What do I even write about???

I don't have a plot, I just have an image

Want to write but no story to write

Things that can help:

Google writing prompts

If writing prompts aren't your thing, instead try thinking about what kind of tropes/genres/story elements you would like to try out

Instead of thinking about the story you would like to write, think about the story you would like to read, and write that

It's okay if you don't have a fully fleshed out story idea. Even if it's just an image or a line of dialogue, it's okay to write that. A story may or may not come out of it, but at least you got the creative juices flowing

Stop writing. Step away from your desk and let yourself naturally get inspired. Go for a walk, read a book, travel, play video games, research history, etc. Don't force ideas, but do open up your mind to them

If you're like me, world-building may come more naturally than plotting. Design the world first and let the story come later

Boredom/Understimulation (lost the flow)

What it looks like:

I know I should be writing but uugggghhhh I just can'tttttt

Writing words feels like pulling teeth

I started writing, but then I got bored/distracted

I enjoy the idea of writing, but the actual process makes me want to throw my laptop out the window

Things that can help:

Introduce stimulation: snacks, beverages, gum, music such as lo-fi, blankets, decorate your writing space, get a clickity-clackity keyboard, etc.

Add variety: write in a new location, try a new idea/different story for a day or so, switch up how you write (pen and paper vs. computer) or try voice recording or speech-to-text

Gamify writing: create an arbitrary challenge, such as trying to see how many words you can write in a set time and try to beat your high score

Find a writing buddy or join a writer's group

Give yourself a reward for every writing milestone, even if it's just writing a paragraph

Ask yourself whether this project you're working on is something you really want to be doing, and be honest with your answer

Intimidation/Procrastination (often related to perfectionism, but not always)

What it looks like:

I was feeling really motivated to write, but then I opened my laptop

I don't even know where to start

I love writing, but I can never seem to get started

I'll write tomorrow. I mean next week. Next month? Next month, I swear (doesn't write next month)

Can't find the time or energy

Unreasonable expectations (I should be able to write 10,000 words a day, right????)

Feeling discouraged and wondering why I'm even trying

Things that can help:

Follow the 2 min rule (or the 1 paragraph rule, which works better for me): whenever you sit down to write, tell yourself that you are only going to write for 2 minutes. If you feel like continuing once the 2 mins are up, go for it! Otherwise, stop. Force yourself to start but DO NOT force yourself to continue unless you feel like it. The more often you do this, the easier it will be to get started

Make getting started as easy as possible (i.e. minimize barriers: if getting up to get a notebook is stopping you from getting started, then write in the notes app of your phone)

Commit to a routine that will work for you. Baby steps are important here. Go with something that feels reasonable: every day, every other day, once a week, twice a week, and use cues to help you remember to start. If you chose a set time to write, just make sure that it's a time that feels natural to you- i.e. don't force yourself to writing at 9am every morning if you're not a morning person

Find a friend or a writing buddy you can trust and talk it out or share a piece of work you're proud of. Sometimes we just get a bit bogged down by criticism- either internal or external- and need a few words of encouragement

The Problem's Not You, It's Your Story (or Outline (or Process))

What it looks like:

I have no problems writing other scenes, it's just this scene

I started writing, but now I have no idea where I'm going

I don't think I'm doing this right

What's an outline?

Drowning in documents

This. Doesn't. Make. Sense. How do I get from this plot point to this one?!?!?! (this ColeyDoesThings quote lives in my head rent free cause BOY have I been there)

Things That Can Help:

Go back to the drawing board. Really try to get at the root of why a scene or story isn't working

A part of growing as a writer is learning when to kill your darlings. Sometimes you're trying to force an idea or scene that just doesn't work and you need to let it go

If you don't have an outline, write one

If you have an outline and it isn't working, rewrite it, or look up different ways to structure it

You may be trying to write as a pantser when you're really a plotter or vice versa. Experiment with different writing processes and see what feels most natural

Study story structures, starting with the three act structure. Even if you don't use them, you should know them

Check out Ellen Brock on YouTube. She's a professional novel editor who has a lot of advice on writing strategies for different types of writers

Also check out Savage Books on YouTube (another professional story editor) for advice on story structure and dialogue. Seriously, I cannot recommend this guy enough

Executive Dysfunction, Usually From ADHD/Autism

What it looks like:

Everything in boredom/understimulation

Everything in intimidation/procrastination

You have been diagnosed with and/or have symptoms of ADHD/Autism

Things that can help:

If you haven't already, seek a diagnosis or professional treatment

Hire an ADHD coach or other specialist that can help you work with your brain (I use Shimmer; feel free to DM me for a referral)

Seek out neurodiverse communities for advice and support

Try body doubling! There's lot's of free online body doubling websites out there for you to try. If social anxiety is a barrier, start out with writing streams such as katecavanaughwrites on Twitch

Be aware of any sensory barriers that may be getting in the way of you writing (such as an uncomfortable desk chair, harsh lighting, bad sounds)

And Lastly, Burnout, Depression, or Other Mental Illness

What it looks like:

You have symptoms of burnout or depression

Struggling with all things, not just writing

It's more than a lack of inspiration- the spark is just dead

Things that can help:

Forget writing for now. Focus on healing first.

Seek professional help

If you feel like it, use writing as a way to explore your feelings. It can take the form of journaling, poetry, an abstract reflection of your thoughts, narrative essays, or exploring what you're feeling through your fictional characters. The last two helped me rediscover my love of writing after I thought years of depression had killed it for good. Just don't force yourself to do so, and stop if it takes you to a darker place instead of feeling cathartic

please please please please reblog if you’re a writer and have at some point felt like your writing is getting worse. I need to know if I’m the only one who’s struggling with these thoughts

Same exact sense of humor and a fellow Ace. It is easier to scroll through their blog then my ‘For You’ if I was to laugh.

lemme just

Op’s caption was: Single father supports his sons :)

Ye olde gulch of blood

Hey I don’t know if this is being talked about on Tumblr but thankfully the AO3 subreddit has a conversation going about this app that just went live.

TikTok user unravel.me.now has just launch an app (lore.fm) she is calling “Audible for AO3”. It’s an app that uses AI voices to read out fics.

🚨She is requiring any authors who do not want their fics to be on this app to OPT OUT by emailing team@lore.fm 🚨 🚨She has not given an actual template or how you’re supposed to prove you’re the author or said how her team will process this or how she will keep these requests secure🚨

I do not have this app. I haven’t seen anyone use it yet. According to Reddit users, unravel.me.now’s earlier TikToks stated she envisions the app being able to create libraries stored on that app and to have version of “Spotify wrapped”. That implies that eventually data collection must happen, if it’s not happening currently.

I don’t know the actual capabilities of this app. I don’t know the legalities. I do know that it personally feels like this app is trying to turn AO3 into a content generation source and I haven’t heard of the app allowing you to leave a comment or kudos or interact with the original work.

I’m just sad about this.

❤️‍🔥 oh no not heartburn

your 12th emoji is how you'll die

☕️

bring back tumblr ask culture let me. bother you with questions and statements

Nah, but like really, what the arc-reactor-all-spark-fragment is this? Why can it be split? Why does Ninjago accidentally make so many good fanfic opportunities by not explaining things all that well?

What if Zane's power source is Source dragon energy