I have issues with the tadc writing but I also have issues with the extreme critics but I Also have issues with the general fandom but I ALSO have issues with the outside "omg this fandom is the Worst Fandom EVER" crowd but I A L S O have issues with how the general fandom AND the outside crowd treated black fans during the controversy a few weeks ago, BUT I A L S O HAVE ISSU-
these voice lines are from a game called Blood Money
for context, the player needs money for life-saving surgery and stumbles upon a booth where every click on Harvey (this cute little fella) earns one dollar. you start out with a feather and these are some of the things he says. and it stays all cute and tickly so there's no need to watch any more of the playthrough 🙃
here's a list of things that I associate with twords that aren't necessarily related to twords
crouching to talk to someone. especially if they're sitting on something. and even more so if the crouching person supports themselves by holding onto what the other person is sitting on
leaning in to hear someone
petting an animal
jumpscares. big jumpscares like jumping around a corner, or something smaller like this (cuz idk what you'd call it 😭): this dude touched my arm today and I didn't know he was around and I was spooked and surprised!
how people react to a bad joke
"what happened here?" accompanied with bringing attention to an owie
"what's this?" idk something about this specific phrase KILLS me
smiling and shaking your head at the same time
waving with fingers instead of wrists (if that makes sense)
gentle physical support. like a hand on your back or assisting with a motion (where I work, I see a lot of motion assistance)
I am making it my life's mission for people to care about wakana rei and nyubara reona. the other three too. it is imperative. the newer bands had their time now it's time for the not-older-not-newer band to shine
*Teira, whom you may or may not remember, sidles up to you with a smile.*
Ah, you, one of the evil ones. *He addressed you, though there was an underlying hint of amusement to his voice.* Where've you been off too, all this time?
Bored, to be completely honest. It's been so quiet around here, so... tediously peaceful. I've been having to go out into the public more just to entertain myself, and even then there's so much cooperation now! It's nothing like the Hell I knew before...
Oh, yes, I understand what you mean completely. But no matter! I am here now. And regardless of what or how much that means to you, there are means for... entertainment.
*Her eyes flitted away for a split second. Her arms were behind her back as her thumbs twiddled together, unseen. She almost seemed... antsy.*
*He let out a soft, almost wry chuckle* Believe me, I know what passes for your entertainment. If you're planning on tickling me again, know that I won't make it easy, now that I'm actually expecting it. You caught me off guard last time and that won't be happening again.
*His ever-present smile widened just a little* Oh? The opposite reason? My dear, I'm afraid that's all too vague. You'll have to be a bit more... specific.
*Despite wanting to step back in order to void suspicion, Teira couldn't. She was firmly in place, her face steadily growing warmer and her tail flickering at a more constant pace. She started to feel those cursed butterflies flutter around in her stomach.*
Well, why didn't you say so? I'd love nothing more than to help a poor little friend with her lee mood! But I must say, how precious is it that one who was once such a ler towards me is in such a deep lee mood that you have to come to me now?
*He couldn't help but laugh a little at the grumbling, moving to stand beside you as his fingers began to walk up your right side* Now, now, I'm just having a little fun! After all, what's a bit of this playful mischief without some teasing, hm?~
*He chuckled at your reaction* I take it you get my point, then? It just makes it so much more fun, doesn't it? Feeling all buzzy... *He began to scribble lightly* Perhaps even giddy or nervous? Even both?~ *Scribbles turned to gentle pinches* Tell me dear, is that how you feel now?
*She let out a sharp exhale, biting her lip. Not a lot of sound came out, but she was certainly getting squeamish already, moving her torso from side to side.*
No respose?~ I suppose I should've expected that, after all. After all, it can be hard to speak when you're so, incredibly flustered! But of course, it always has to lead to something~ *The hand on your side darted to your belly, gently squishing and poking and scribbling randomly to keep you from getting used to anything*
No? But my dear, this is what you asked for! Are you telling me that you're simply too ticklish to take the very thing you wanted oh-so much?~ *He easily kept his arm wrapped around you, holding you steadily as if your squirming were little more than the thrashing of a nervous kitten*
*She nearly doubled over from his words alone, trying to press her ears to her head to block him out. She placed a hand on his shoulder as if shoving him away, but she did little more than soft pushes.*
Why not? Are you embarrassed by the truth? There's no need to be! In fact, one might argue it's quite adorable how easy it is to make you fold like this~ *He bent over slightly to better see your face, his smile still as broad as ever, but had that teasing edge to it.* Or, perhaps you mean one simple word?
I don't think I will, darling~ *He chuckled holding you just a little tighter* After all, look how flustered it makes you! Such an adorable little face, so red, but with such a bright smile!
*The woman let her hair fall into her face, hoping it was effectively hiding the rosy blush that popped on her cheeks, even against the mocha-colored skin. The butterflies in her stomach went rampant.*
*She said nothing but let giggles bubble past her lips as she brought both hands to her face to cover it.*
Now, don't hide it from me! You should know one of a ler's greatest joys is to get to see how bright and giddy lees get just from the simplest things! *He brought up his other hand, gently brushing your hair back with one finger* Now, let me see that smile again!~
No? Well, that simply won't do! *He pulled you gently until you were in front of him, wrapping his arms around you and digging his fingers softly into your sides* I hope you didn't think I'd just let you win~
*Teira squealed at the sudden movement, turning and tossing her head, trying to keep her hair in her face. She was being petty, sure, but why be complacent? This is much more fun, she thought.*
*He spared a glance at your tail, before summoning a shadowy tendril to gently pull it away* Now now, no need to be argumentative! All I ask is that you let me see that not-so little smile of yours, and I'll at least be nicer with my tickles! Of course if not, I can easily be meaner~
*His eyes narrowed at your defiance as a pair of shadowy tendrils wrapped around your forearms, pulling them above your head. He tapped his claws under your arms as he contemplated his next move* Now, let's see here... so many options, so little time! Well... I suppose we have all the time in Hell, don't we? I suppose I could take my time, plotting what to do next~ After all, what's the fun in rushing!
*He couldn't help the way his grin sharpened hearing you stop yourself in your own sentence* You what, darling? Were you not expecting the Radio Demon, of all sinners, to turn to this? You should know I've never been much of a... let's say, merciful man. Now, let's see here... *His fingers tapped slowly down your ribs and then your sides, reaching just above your hips before slowly trailing back up. He kept his eyes focused on you, ears perked to hear any slight audible reaction.*
*She pursed her lips together, shaking with very soft contained giggles. She figured that her most sensitive spots were hard to find, so all she had to do was hold down the fort until he gave up.*
Oh, someone's trying to be all stoic, hm? It won't make a difference, dear, I know how to break everyone~ *His hands drifted to your belly, gently poking and pinching, trying to get a reaction*
Oh! It seems I might've had it right the first time! Listen to you, struggling to be quiet and failing so miserably~ Tell me, does it tickle? Are you simply far too ticklish?~
*Her stomach was inexplicably ticklish, it had been a spot since she was a toddler, she recalled. Her most sensitive? No. But, definitely second in line. It also, much to her chagrin, made her terribly flustered.*
*He let out a mock-offended gasp* Excuse you! Is that any way for someone in your situation to talk? Keep in mind, you're only in this situation due to your own stubborness in the first place!
*His ears lowered just a bit, not appreciating the blow to his ego.* Says the one so flustered and giggly she's struggling to speak! Perhaps you're just a brat~
*He chuckled a bit* Oh, darling, I'll admit, I enjoy being difficult! Of course, where's the fun in complacency? If that makes me a brat, so be it. Of course, that doesn't change who's where right now. You, giggling helplessly at my claws, and me, enjoying every second~
Ohhh, a stubborn one, hm? Well, I suppose this tummy of yours simply won't do. Of course, that begs the question, which spot gets to you the worst?~ *His eyes narrowed with his own question, looking up at you half-expectantly. He knew you'd never say it, he just wanted to see your reaction to his query*
*He knew you were being sarcastic, which, in his opinion, only made his response funnier* I know, I pride myself in my comedy skills! Now, let's see... *He pondered the spots he'd tried and the reactions he'd gotten, before his eyes flicked up to your ears. He'd noticed that the distinctly non-human parts of some sinners' anatomy proved to be far more ticklish than others, and so he reached up and gently traced a claw along one of your ears*
*He raised a brow at the reaction. An interesting one, yes, but not quite what he was looking for. However, that didn't stop him from commenting.* Hmmm, what an adorable reaction! I'll have to remember that~ *He took a moment to think some more. Your belly, your ribs, your sides, your underarms and your ears... What could he be missing? Suddenly he stepped towards your side and easily swiped a claw down your spine, testing carefully. He's seen a few sinners with ticklish backs and had to make sure.*
*Teira squeaked and burst into a pretty brief bout of giggles. It was less ticklish than most places on her body, but she wasn't expecting the sudden stimuli there.*
Just testing the waters, my dear! I've found some people tend to be ticklish in the oddest of places, and you're holding out on me, so I can't spare any spot! But it does leave me wondering... what if I'm searching all the wrong places? What if it's not on your torso at all?
*He chuckled at your reaction, tilting his head* Oh? Might my little theory have some merit? Now, there's a low possibility of this, but I'd be remiss if I didn't try~ *He reached up and swirled a claw along your palm*
*He chuckled softly again* Hm, an adorable reaction, but not what I'm looking for... *His claw slowly dragged down your arm as his gaze drifted downwards* I'd rather stay away from your thighs, so shall I skip to your knees then?
*His eyes narrowed and his smile widened.* There's the reaction I've been searching for~ *The tendrils around your wrists gently lifted you just the slightest bit off the ground as he resumed the gentle yet quick scratches to the back of your knee*
Now now, you were the one who decided to be oh-so difficult with me! I'm simply teaching you what happens~ *His hand easily kept up with her thrashing, used to this level of reaction*
*She stuck her tongue out in response, hardly managing to do so before Alastor's claw reached the middle of her inner knee and she positively lost it, letting out a high squeal before bursting into further cackles.*
Hm, I'd say that could be arranged, but someone would be upset by that, so I'll refrain! Nevertheless, you have two options here, and so far the one you're choosing makes me think you enjoy this far more than you're letting on~
*He sighs almost disappointedly* Some people never learn... *Suddenly his other hand has let go of your ankle and is gently scratching behind your other knee*
*She holds up an L sign with her fingers, teasing him even through her cackles. She'd smirk at him but she was too busy, head tossed back and laughing into the air.*