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There is no better feeling than re-reading your old writing to edit it, and finding it so damn good, that you can actually can write and you are not hallucinating

She's so interesting because of the ambiguity of her relationships with others, for me - all the things we never got to know about her because that's not part of the maester's narrative: her and Rhaenys, her and Aegon, their parents, Orys (!!!), etc. There are so many ways to read her character, because in many ways, what is a character but their relationships? - was she a greedy, power-hungry bitch who only wanted her blood on the throne, who despised Rhaenys for marrying Aegon? Was she supposed to be the heir of Dragonstone? Was the whole marriage actually for love for all three, and they were having traditional Valyrian polyamory that the maesters just decided to ignore? Did she love Aenys, in her own tough-love way, or did she hate him for being the heir, or for being the last piece of her sister that was left in the world? What about her and Vhagar, the 'smallest' of the three dragons, their bond? Her and Maegor and her view of his actions and their possible conflicts, her view of 'necessary actions' for what she and her siblings built, with fire and (their own) blood? Rhaena and Visenya, how they are, in some ways, so similar, how this similarity translated to their relationship (or the whole idea to marry Rhaena and Maegor - to unite Rhaenys' and her's blood, or to bolster Maegor's claim, or to make Rhaena Queen, if one believes that Visenya was the initial heir of Dragonstone and did not want Rhaena to be passed over like she was in the past)? Blood magic? The tragedy of it all that she, the eldest, was the last to die, alone? And all the possible combinations and discussions and readings make her so damn interesting, and that is why I love her so much!

I stand by that wether or not the relationships w/her samplings were romantic or platonic or something else entirely, Rhaenys was the one that held them all together like glue, and the moment she was gone Aegon and Visenya's relationship just started to break and freeze, because they are so similar, and both of them kept mourning Rhaenys and what could've been if not for Dorne. And don't even get me started on Orys bc that is just as difficult to unpack

Obviously, a reading where she is a whole-out villain is just as possible and valid - I just find it quite boring not to flesh out her character and her relationships, though even then, there is still quite a lot to explore about her (megalomaniacs can be interesting, too, because if anything, they're human!).

The more I read fire and blood more I hate Visenya.

Before starting this book I really hoping to like her, but she's fucking awful with everyone, and to be honest she isn't what everyone says she is which makes me frustrated bc I was thinking that she was some kind of largetha but she's not.

I understand part of the hype, but I still don't know why people hate rhaenys for being a conquer if visenya is as much as she is, and she's not only a conqueror but probably a kinslayer too.

Visenya is that type of person who lived enough to become a villain, and what a dumb villain. Ok, she was smart when she spred to everyone in Westeros that Aenys was weak, but there are so many decisions that she made based only on what she knows about war. I was considering that maybe she understood propaganda just like rhaenys did, but I won't consider rumors a propaganda here, mainly bc she thought that fierce was the only way to get what she wanted and bc she didn't understand the smallfoks and the power that faith has.

She also supported Maegor, and I know that she was dead when he r*pe* his wives, but he was a weirdo even as a child and bc of him the house targeryen almost disappeared, so I'll consider here that she was a fucking old bitch who just wanted her blood on the throne.

Everyone reads her as some type of hero, but she's far from it. For me, she looks like some kind of megalomaniac who could do anything to get what she wanted.

And just to make one more thing clear, even catelyn stark killed an assassin, and she didn't have any training.

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there’s just something about daemon seeing his wife as a 15 year old girl in perpetuity that is crazymaking

hello i would like to hear more of the maegorlings

to me that's maegor, aerea, saera, and rhaenyra, maybe also aegor (pending members aelora and maekar). sometimes you are born under a bad sign and grow up haunted and spend your entire life wanting something. you're not sure what but you chase it. blood is not quite it but it will have to suffice.

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Want simple tips to heavily improve your skills with character voice??

(📝Note: character voice is the way you convey your character's personality though their pov or dialogue when you write. No two characters speak the same📝)

I speak from experience when I say character voice is hard to get right. Characters, like people, have lots of layers that affect the way they see the world around them and how they interact with other characters. That's why character voice is so important in stories, and why if you write it in a compelling and effective way it will hook people into your story. I hope you learn something new in this post!!

When writing character voice, there's a list of things that you should take into account:

Where are they from? Their past and what they've lived plays a huge part in character voice. Maybe your character grew by the ocean, and so they compare things from the present to the beach, the rocks or the sea itself. You will rarely read about a sailor that is an expert in pants and compares scents to flowers. They might, instead, talk about how a house smells like the wet wood of a ship.

Think about how their personality shapes their language. If they are insecure, they might end most of their sentences with "isn't it?" or "right?" and ask a lot of questions, whereas if you have a confident character, you might find them saying things like "we should do this" or "that will be fun" instead.

What their "lense" is. This is more of an ethic aspect of the character. What have they learn it's okay, and what do they find uncomfortable? Would they find it gross if their friend left laundry on the floor?

Give them special traits (both for dialogue and narration). Maybe character A quotes a lot when they narrate and uses long paragraphs, or maybe B speaks about their past a lot and uses popular sayings. Personally, one character of mine has the tendency to repeat himself when he speaks, as in "yeah, yeah, I'll do it" or "no, no, no. Never" because he is really enthusiastic, and it fits really well with his character.

Pay attention to how they would talk about themselves. Maybe your character doesn't like people to know they're sad because it makes them feel vulnerable, so they will just say they feel annoyed or don't want to talk in that moment. This also means that they will not tell the reader something they are not comfortable saying in the first place.

How is their education? Education is also very important in this context. Did they went to university and have a rich vocabulary and structured sentences, or where they rised in a little farm far from town? You can also play with both a bit: maybe your character did go to university, but maybe they also came from a low income family, and characteristic of both things merge when they talk. Example: long, structured, sentences but a simple and sight forward vocabulary.

That's all for now and happy writing!!

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Ultimate "Know Your Character Inside Out" Template

The ultimate template for creating a character, without losing your mind, while you're at it.

Character Background Template ... (open)

1. Name:

2. Age:

3. Gender & Pronouns:

4. Physical Appearance:

   - Hair color:

   - Eye color:

   - Height:

   - Build:

   - Distinguishing features (scars, tattoos, etc.):

5. Background and Upbringing:

   - Where were they born and raised?

   - What was their family structure like (parents, siblings)?

   - Describe their childhood environment and upbringing.

   - Were there any significant events or traumas in their past?

6. Education and Skills:

   - What level of education did they receive?

   - Did they excel in any particular subjects or skills?

   - Have they pursued any additional training or education since then?

7. Personality Traits:

   - Describe their personality in a few words.

   - What are their strengths and weaknesses?

   - How do they typically react under stress or pressure?

8. Motivations and Goals:

   - What are their short-term and long-term goals?

   - What drives them to pursue these goals?

   - Are there any fears or insecurities that motivate or hinder them?

9. Relationships:

   - Who are the most important people in their life?

   - How do they interact with family, friends, and acquaintances?

   - Do they have any romantic interests or significant relationships?

10. Past Experiences:

    - Have they faced any major challenges or setbacks in the past?

    - How have these experiences shaped their beliefs and values?

    - Have they experienced any significant losses or tragedies?

11. Worldview and Beliefs:

    - What are their core beliefs and values?

    - How do they view the world around them?

    - Are there any cultural, religious, or philosophical influences in their life?

12. Inner Conflict:

    - What internal struggles do they face?

    - Are there any unresolved issues from their past that continue to affect them?

    - How do these inner conflicts impact their decisions and actions?

13. Connection to Outer Conflict/Plot:

    - How does their personal journey intersect with the main plot or external conflict?

    - What stakes are involved for the character in the larger story?

    - How do their goals and motivations align (or conflict) with the central conflict?

(Shorter) Knowing Your Character Inside Out Checklist

Personality Traits:

   - Introverted/Extroverted

   - Optimistic/Pessimistic

   - Assertive/Passive

   - Empathetic/Self-centered

   - Logical/Emotional

   - Adventurous/Cautious

   - Honest/Dishonest

   - Ambitious/Content

Beliefs and Values:

   - Religious beliefs (if any)

   - Moral code

   - Political beliefs

   - Views on relationships

   - Attitude towards authority

Fears and Insecurities:

   - Common fears (spiders, heights, etc.)

   - Deep-seated insecurities (failure, rejection, etc.)

   - Traumatic experiences (if applicable)

Desires and Goals:

   - Short-term goals

   - Long-term aspirations

   - What motivates them to pursue these goals?

Strengths:

   - Intellectual strengths

   - Physical abilities

   - Emotional resilience

   - Social skills

   - Unique talents or abilities

Weaknesses:

   - Personal flaws

   - Areas of vulnerability

   - Bad habits

   - Limiting beliefs

Backstory:

    - Family background

    - Childhood experiences

    - Significant life events that shaped their identity

    - Education and career path

    - Previous relationships

-Josie

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corrupted godhood. reluctant false messiah. prophecy as a creeping all consuming malady. does the oracle see the future or make the future? the horror of trapping yourself inescapably on purpose. the chains of destiny dragging you towards the path you are fighting tooth and nail to free yourself from. there never having been a chance to begin with. no other choice to make. but making that choice regardless.

GAME OF THRONES CHARACTERS as TAYLOR SWIFT SONGS

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the different asoiaf fans

fan type #1: focused primarily on predicting plot twists, revelations, and prophecy fulfillment.

fan type #2: focused primarily on analyzing character arcs, relationships, and motivations.

fan type #3:

Girl are you the Hays Code the way you consider media irredeemable if it depicts anything that strays away from the norm you’re comfortable with or depicts anything morally questionable without definitively condemning it and anyone associated with it, therefore creating worse stories and content and making it difficult for people to engage with complicated issues from a nuanced and controlled perspective?

yeah we put your girl in the fandom and they villainized her beyond comprehension. yeah sorry they took out all the nuance and made the argument completely black and white. yeah my bad. we can’t reverse it. sorry.

I'm a fan of every asoiaf female character actually. daenerys? she's my queen, literally the face of the saga! sansa? oh baby my baby my baby you're my baby say it to me!! arya? she WILL slay every name on that list! brienne?? god shes such a complex character i would let her crush me completely. asha? MY salt queen actually! catelyn? that's a MOTHER. cersei? unhinged woman, completely unserious, i adore her too much im afraid. yeah when i say EVERY asoiaf female character i mean ALL of them. you too, jon snow.

jo koy was fucking awful at the golden globes.

Barbie was a movie that celebrated girlhood and womanhood while also managing to acknowledge the difficulties of being a woman. the rant by America Ferrera’s character says it best - to be a woman is to be everything all at once and never be good enough. and jo koy saw this movie and decided “nah fuck this shit” and declared it a movie based on a “plastic doll with big boobs!” after emphasising the importance of Oppenheimer? that completely undermines the statement that Barbie put out there, the relatability it found with its female audience and the hard work of everyone involved. it ignores all of that, and it is disgusting to see this blatant misogyny, especially towards a movie that tackles that very topic.

the Taylor Swift joke was unnecessary. you cannot deny that Taylor Swift is an incredibly influential woman, and it is so annoying seeing her still being dragged down for a low joke. all she did was attend the awards ceremony and her love life was dragged up - not to coo or celebrate - but to laugh at. to make fun of her. it’s been a repeating theme of her career - being asked about love when in fact she is, on her own, more influential than any of the men she’s dated. but it’s never about her, it’s always about them, because men can’t comprehend that women can and will exist without them. Taylor Swift deserves better, she had the right to be at this awards ceremony without being dragged into this misogynistic shit.

so fuck you, jo koy. you never deserved such a high-profile platform and should never have one again.

this is canon and I am not taking any questions

Commission for queen_rhaena on twt of Daena the Defiant wearing her father's crown and holding Blackfyre + Aegon IV's head 🩸

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Different Ways to Describe Eye Colors

↳ a masterpost for writing prompts that describe eye colors

Brown Eyes

Blue Eyes

Green Eyes

Hazel Eyes

Unusual Eyes

Gray Eyes

Heterochromia Eyes

Black Eyes

White Eyes

White/Silver Eyes pt 2

Hazel Green Eyes

Gold/Yellow Eyes

Reddish-Brown Eyes

"kill them with kindness" WRONG. wild boar.

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Once more for those in the back.

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Hello guys! ✨ How are you doing? ;)

I’m trying to get back to social media (again and again and again)

I have A LOT messages and asks to answer, please, be patient , I will go through them as soon as possible! ❤️

I really really really missed you, guys!

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