Things Fall Apart

Cin | She | Seasoned | Sims 4 | 18+

[cinamun]

New episodes every Sunday & Thursday (sometimes I go rogue)

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Named after one of my favorite books and albums, Things Fall Apart is an epic tale of lust, greed, betrayal, vengeance and, above all else, growth.

This story never started as a legacy nor was it intended to be anything other than gameplay.  However, these characters evolved and, as such, so did their stories; each intertwined and forever impacted by the others. 

Written, played and photographed by me circa 2015. This story is best read/viewed on a laptop, tablet or PC.

Should you choose to continue, please note that this story is rated MA for Mature Audiences and contains strong language, violence, adult themes, strong sexual content, nudity and a variety of triggers appropriately tagged for depression and abuse in all of its forms. This story is not suitable for anyone under the age of 18 (DNI).

Pictured above is the original cast, from left to right:

Elise Farrow ~ Juan Rivera* ~ Darren Drake ~ Indya Williams ~ Jerrilee Coleman ~ Dr. Jules Carter

*Deceased

As you make your way through their lives, names will change and you'll find that new characters emerge for either good or sinister reasons.

Shall we begin?

Act One

Chapter 1: Understanding Indya | Chapter 2: The Horsemen | Chapter 3: Toxic | Chapter 4: Demons | Chapter 5: Vengeance | Chapter 6: The Aftermath | Chapter 7: Chances | Chapter 8: Restart | Chapter 9: Moving Forward | Chapter 10: Several Steps Back | Chapter 11: Unfinished Business

Act Two

Chapter 12: The Trial of the Century | Chapter 13: The Demon's Return | Chapter 14: I Do | Chapter 15: Conception at the Summit | Chapter 16: Hopeful | Chapter 17: Milestones | Chapter 18: Growth | Chapter 19: Growing Pains | Chapter 20: The Fear of Letting Go | Chapter 21: A New Journey

Act Three

Chapter 22: A Thin Line Between Life and Death | Chapter 23: And Then There Were Four | Chapter 24: Illusions of Independence | Chapter 25: Unthinkable | Chapter 26: Journey To Truth | Chapter 27: The Kids Are Gonna Be Alright | Chapter 28: Expanding The Family

Current

Pictured above is the current (2025) cast from left to right

FR: Jayce Carruthers ~ Jayde Carruthers ~ Hope Carruthers ~ Jackson Carruthers ~ Jerrilee Coleman BR: Indira Drake ~ Indya Drake ~ Darren Drake Sr. ~ Jerriah Coleman ~ Darren Drake Jr.

Bonus Content

Story Commentary | Story Extras

In case you need a palate cleanser at any time, check out my Globetrotter Challenge or The Greenwoods for a little Rated E for Everyone fun!

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Posting Schedule

I typically post story updates/episodes on Sundays and Thursdays. I post in the mornings (US CST) and reblog in the evenings.

Author's Note:

This story has been a labor of love, writing is a hobby and so is gaming. Combining the two has helped me in ways I cannot put into words. I am thankful to you for enjoying this hobby with me. Writing urban fiction using the sims, for me, will forever be inspired by mochasims, rest in paradise, dear friend. Mocha created a community for Black storytellers where one didn't exist anywhere in the Sims Community and paved the way for other Black writers to follow with her epic tale of Men and Stilettos and of course Kasim's adventures!

I will be forever grateful for the safe space she created to tell real, Black ass stories. Much love sis.

Reactions to Mocha's passing:

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[cinamun]

Obsessed

Hartwell Courthouse by the incomparable @rheya28

[shesthespinstersimmer]

TAUPE - YET ANOTHER SIDE QUEST (187)

The Marquess (1)

Word of the Marquess’ visit reached far and wide in Dembele - however, for some strange reason, he did not seek an audience with the grand Duchess as of yet.

That ends today – she’s just gotten word that he is in the marketplace; time for a little walk.

They didn’t have to wait long – there he was, talking to the commoners and charming the vendors.

The Duke was beyond excited; the Marquess was his first choice as a husband for his daughter, but they were political complications.

That didn’t stop him from proposing anyway, though.

So what was the issue?

✏️ Did you know you cannot be knighted if you are not native to the land? Although his mother was native to Dembele, his father was from Tortosa. She moved there to marry him, and Bolaji was born there.

That made him ineligible for knighthood In Dembele - though he was knighted in Tortosa instead.

The Duke was looking for workarounds to that law, but they ran out of time. 

Bolagi proposed anyway; invited Jawara to marry him and rule in Tortosa, but she had a duty to her people and married the man who was to be her husband.

The Marquess apologize for not visiting sooner; he’s in the process of trying to acquire the perfect gifts.

The Lady Amarachi is dazzled - the Marques is like a rockstar; she’s heard endless stories about his adventures around the worlds as well as his diplomacy.

She’s also heard whispers about his relationship with her mother

The Grand Dutchess tells him he looks the same; a little grayer, perhaps. Very distinguished.

The Marquess tells her she is just as lovely as the day he proposed.

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[willowcreektownie]

cas sesh from yesterday — Ravi

[cinamun]

I don't think I could every truly put into words just how much seeing a TFA update makes my day. Like I literally get giddy with joy. 🥹🤗

Aaayyyyeee!!!!! And that's why we keep the wings hot and the drinks cold!!

[cinamun]

Obsessed

Hartwell Courthouse by the incomparable @rheya28

[willowcreektownie]

swipe right ;)

[penunni0-0]

I know Jellypaws, casualsims, leosims and sonyasims use AI for their previews/cc or wtv but I know there’s more people I just don’t know who. Does anyone have a list?

[penunni0-0]

Okay, so I gathered some who either use AI for their previews/meshes. Also please note that this is just a list that I was making for myself so I could avoid these creators. I did not intend for this to be seen as a call out post, bc that was not my intention. If it were a callout post then I would @ these people. This list is only to inform you guys on who to avoid/be wary of!!

Jellypaws - AI previews and meshes

Casualsims - AI previews. Meshes idk

Sonyasims - AI previews. Meshes idk

Pixelvibes - AI previews and meshes

ddarkstonee - AI previews and meshes

Dustyrat - They used to use it for their previews, but no longer do. Mesh no ai usage there ❌

pastelpaws/xxxtigger/pasteltigger - uses AI for previews last I checked

ironvolt545 - I am going to assume their meshes use AI or they use AI to “help” them “create”

sims3melancholic - has used AI as a reference for those “highly realistic” skins they have recently made (they still used AI either way even if they used it as a reference ‼️‼️)

Cowbuild - AI previews and meshes

Leosims - AI previews. Meshes are directly from gumroad/other 3D model sites.

Cluttercat - they use AI for their artwork/painting cc’s. Mesh idk, but I would assume they do since they use AI images for their cc paintings!

Rubyred/casa dutti (same person) - AI previews. Mesh idk

Sims4life - AI previews. Mesh idk. They could be using AI to generate pictures for their paintings/artwork cc or downloading AI images off Pinterest!!

Daonworks - AI previews unknown. Meshes are AI

Syboulette - They used to use AI textures in the past but they no longer use it !!

Swimwearsprada - AI previews idk. Meshes are AI

Scodee Yodee - AI previews idk. Meshes are AI (older stuff is fine, only their newer stuff uses it)

dumbburgergirl - uses Al for that bubble font in their previews. Could also be using AI for some of the furniture they make

Roxxysim - AI previews. Meshes idk

creamlattedream - AI previews no usage there ❌ Uses AI generated textures for meshes

Skinfolk - Just look at their patreon. It’s quite obvious they use AI….LMAO I would also like to say that LifeLike-Simz and Skinfolk are most definitely the same person !!

Plumbelle - suspicious “new creator” using the words “NOT AI” they have since deleted the post and changed it to where it does not say the words “NOT AI”This person is suspected to be Pixelvibes

s-club - AI previews (on newer cc) Mesh idk.

robertaplobo - still unsure if they use AI for their previews, but just to be safe I’ll put them on here!

jomsims - has used AI photos as swatches. Mesh idk.

mychqqq - AI previews (on newer cc). Mesh idk

abbypiggg - They use AI for their cc paintings/artwork

aggressivekitty - They use AI for their Meshes along with the artwork/picture cc they make

fatalrosecfeations - this person doesn’t seem to be active, but they have said HERE that they have used AI textures/images for their cc

Harrie - They have admitted to using AI for their artworks/painting cc. Meshes idk.

mhm if I have anything wrong or needs to be corrected please do let me know!!! I don’t want to be spreading misinformation 😭🙏

Edit: Forgot to mention that if anyone has more names let me know so that I can put them here!! Edit: Can you let me know if it’s previews or meshes or both that use AI? Please and thank you !! Edit: If you have any evidence/link to a post where the creator has admitted to using AI please link it in the comments or send me a DM, thank you!!!

[cinamun]

Hello fellow Audiophile! So... 2 queries: What's your playlist looking like when you travel? and has any of your OC's listened to any of these S4 songs?: https://www.theblackgirlgamers.com/articles/17-black-women-artists-on-the-sims-radio-stations/

Hello there!! My Playlist is pretty consistent no matter where I ago! Either heavy bangers, classic hip hop or some crazy beats.

As for the OCs, almost all of them listen to the hip hop station exclusively except for the HoJay household who love jazz, blues and an occasional dose of hip hop.

Love that article!

[naijawhims]

Introducing the Camp Gibbi Gibbi Counselors

Josephine by @kindsimmer, Nikhil Kishan by @aurorangen, Dash Dean by @invisiblequeen, Emilee by @lilith--simmer

Thank you for submitting your beautiful simmies <3

Read the cut if you want to view each counselor!

[moonwoodhollow]

I finished the house 🍃 (aside from terrain painting/some more greenery)

[ketrinmakgrat]

[pixelatedblues]

Maya: "I refuse to believe that romance is DEAD."

previous / next

Jamie: What are you doing today?

Hana: I’m meeting Maya for coffee.

Jamie: Say ‘hello’ for me.

Hana: I will.

Jamie: She’s a good one.

Hana: I know.

Hana: Blonde looks so beautiful on you.

Maya: Thank you Best Friend.

Maya: I’ve missed you so much.

Hana: I missed you too. You always smell so good.

Maya: How do you think Aiko’s gonna react.

Hana: Mom’s who I honestly worry about most.

Maya: She’ll survive, babe. It’s ya’ll's decision. Plus! She loves something to micromanage over. A wedding is right up her alley. Look me in the eye and tell me your mom won’t take Mother of the Bride so fucking seriously. You’re laughing because you can’t! You know I’m right! She’s gonna love it…eventually. It’ll be okay. and if it’s not I’ll walk you down the aisle.

Hana: You’re a dork.

Maya: A dork in your corner. Never forget.

Maya: Don’t forget about me when you get married okay? He’s marrying us both! and Jordan!

Hana: I could never forget my first loves.

[paper-mario-wiki]

do not forget the patron saint of these weeks that we celebrate ourselves proudly and openly in the streets

her name was Marsha P Johnson, and we have her to thank for so much.

remember, the first Pride was a riot, and she was one of the brave souls who endured it to help carve the path which so many of us walk today. she helped found several activist groups regarding LGBT safety and wellbeing. and she was absolutely radiant, too.

thank you, Marsha. we remember you.

[helloavocadooo]

Joi told Cherish everything she knew. Most importantly, The Prime Minister was so angry about being blindsided by the late Countess, he was refusing to swear Cherish in.

[cinamun]

Cin, sorry if you've already been asked this, but I was wondering how you know when to age your sims. Do you turn aging on? I just finally got around to reading TFA all the way through (amazing) and you keep everyone the right age the whole time like hoowww? anyway if you do have aging on please don't let Indya Darren or any of their kin die. *praying* *crying a little*

Hey friend! I do NOT turn aging on in the main save. Nope, NO! I refuse. When it comes to aging I just let the ancestors guide me lmfao. No but fr, it has to make sense in the story. And then its a whole damn thing, Indya going through it about the fine lines creeping through her foundation and Darren speaking love into her about the privilege of seeing those fine lines. So yeah, once I feel like it makes sense for story progression, then we go ahead and have the birthdays. I think Hope was a teenager for 2 human years lmfao I'm TERRIBLE about it!

As much as I hate aging them up, its always inevitable.

For other gameplay saves (like the Greenwoods) I have aging on the longest lifespan.

[cinamun]

The last two updates for chapter 28 are not for the faint of heart. Thursday's update is all shot, just needs some time in photoshop then it goes in the drafts. I'll be away from my PC for a few days so I apologize in advance.