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Do you share tray files for sims? cus I NEED the crows in my game right the heck now
so I've never shared any before but I just went to grab them and I am so sorry but I think the files corrupted somehow??? I did a clean reinstall of the game recently and I must have lost them in the transfer bc when I tried to pull them the tray files are all red and the thumbnails are showing the broken cc question marks 😭😭😭
happy valentine’s day I am spending the day creating the stardew bachelors and bachelorettes in the sims to celebrate the 10 year anniversary and I’d that’s not celebrating true love idk what is
starting a new stardew save is actually such a good indication of where I'm at mentally like it's me and my close personal friends (the citizens of pelican town) against the world and if they don't got me no one does
been playing the family ties legacy by @sojutrait and I really love this little fam 🥹😭
some outtakes and extra lore below lol
various shenanigans that occurred but did not make the aesthetic posts include:
Asa almost died of the flu as an infant
Baylor was straight up grey when she came out of Macy (I was lowkey concerned)
Baylor also immediately became possessed and scared the absolute shit out of me
Macy almost died from a hemorrhage after having Baylor so River had to take care of an infant, a newborn, a horse, a cow, a shit ton of chickens, mini goats and sheep, and plants alone while Macy recovered in the hospital
as soon as Macy got home (which was on Christmas) they decided to go for baby number 3 with no regard for Macy's poor coochie (it was her that initiated it)
having to avoid the update is so inconvenient currently bc my game has been functioning (barely) but broken for months and I finally have the motivation to do a fresh install but CAN'T bc I need to stay offline and not updated
Medieval Queens (and almost Queens) of Windenburg 1280-1479
From the Royal Houses of Amiens, Bristol, and Verdun. Huge inspo by many Tumblr posts, particularly this one, and of course the lovely @warwickroyals and her Warwick Wives series!
Emma of Magnolia, Queen of John III: "The Red Rose of Magnolia", was married at a young age to the victorious John of Amiens, later King John III, who conquered Windenburg in 1290 with the support of her father, the King of Magnolia. Celebrated for her beauty, Emma brought grace and sophistication to the newly established court in Windenburg. She was a deeply devoted wife and accompanied John on many of his military campaigns throughout the kingdom, which was highly unusual for a queen consort. John’s untimely death in 1318 devastated her, and she retired to St. Margaret’s Abbey in Coventry, where she spent the remainder of her life.
Margaret of Glencraig, Queen of John IV: Deeply cherished by the people of Windenburg, Margaret, the orphaned daughter of the Earl of Glencraig, married King John IV in 1320. She was renowned for her kindness and generosity, frequently visiting hospitals and churches across the realm. During her forty-four-year tenure as queen, Windenburg transformed from a lawless, war-torn kingdom into a more unified and stable country. Margaret and John appear to have enjoyed a strong marriage, producing six children who survived infancy.
Isabelle of Blois, Queen of Henry IV: In an effort to repair relations with Magnolia, the future King Henry IV married Isabelle of Blois, the king’s niece, in 1336. A woman driven by religion, Isabelle was extremely pious and allowed holy scripture to guide every aspect of her life. She held her husband in contempt, viewing him as sinful and weak, and devoted herself instead to the strict upbringing of her children, praying they would not inherit his flaws. In her later years, Isabelle distrusted her great-grandson Richard III and actively aided her grandson Edward in rebelling against him.
Anne of Victoria, Queen of Edward V: Decades of hostility between Windenburg and Victoria were brought to an end with the marriage of Anne and Prince Edward in 1363. Anne shared a warm relationship with her husband, Edward V, though she preferred the company of her ladies-in-waiting, particularly the Countess of Huntington. After Edward died in 1392, Anne returned to Victoria to escape the civil wars that erupted during the reign of her grandson, Richard III. She spent her remaining years away from the turmoil that had engulfed Windenburg.
Catherine of Montcroix, Queen of John V: Catherine was the granddaughter of Henry IV and Isabelle of Blois, but also the daughter of the traitor Lionel, Count of Montcroix. Lionel’s Rebellion in the 1370s led to Catherine’s controversial marriage to John, which was hastily arranged as part of a peace settlement. The union was conducted without papal dispensation, and rumors spread that the couple had consummated their marriage months earlier, rumors only intensified by the premature birth of their son, Richard. Initially used as a pawn by her father, Catherine eventually asserted her independence and defended her husband and children against Lionel’s ambitions. Deeply in love with John, she was devastated by his death in 1395. As dowager, she supported her son during the Cousins’ War, rallying troops in Courland and Devonshire. During the Bristol's rule, the dowager queen was given honor and respect, retaining ownership of her dower lands.
Blanche of Magnolia, Queen of Edward VI: During the Cousins’ War, Edward forged a strategic alliance with Magnolia by marrying Blanche, the youngest daughter of the king. Young, lively, and sweet-natured, Blanche’s cheerful demeanor quickly faded as the brutal civil war dragged on. After Edward’s first deposition in 1399, the couple fled to Magnolia, where Blanche gave birth to a son, also named Edward. In 1405, Edward VI was murdered during the Battle of Shrewsbury Bridge as Blanche attempted to flee Windenburg with their child. Her son was later taken prisoner and mysteriously disappeared in 1411. A tragic figure, Blanche ultimately returned to Magnolia, living at the court of her brother, King Philippe IV.
Alix of Vasa, Queen of Richard III: After Richard III was deposed by his uncle Edward VI in 1395, Richard fled in secret to Vasa, where he married Princess Alix, sister of King Eric VII. With Vasian support, Richard reclaimed the throne in 1399 and resumed his reign. Though Richard likely preferred the company of men, his marriage to Alix was affectionate and indulgent, and he spoiled her greatly. Renowned as the most beautiful woman on the continent, Alix inspired countless songs celebrating her grace and charm. During their periods of exile, she sustained Richard’s spirits and prevented him from falling into despair. After Richard’s defeat and death in 1412, Alix returned to Vasa, later remarrying the King of Alland and finding happiness at last.
Beatrice of Aviz, Queen of Alfred II: Taken under the influence of her grandmother-in-law, Isabelle of Blois, Beatrice became deeply devoted to religion and scripture. She encouraged her husband, Alfred, Earl of Winchester, to join Edward’s rebellion, believing the reigning king to be a bastard. After Edward’s death, Beatrice pushed Alfred to claim the throne himself, igniting the fifth civil war. A domineering and forceful woman, she dictated nearly every decision her husband made, becoming the true power behind the throne. In 1412, her three sons were killed in warfare, and Alfred succumbed to his wounds weeks later. Branded “Bloody Beatrice,” she surrendered the throne to the House of Bristol and was banished to Almeria, spending the rest of her life in a convent, haunted by the destruction of her family.
Constance of Agincourt, Mother of Henry V: Constance, the granddaughter of Henry IV and Isabelle of Blois through their daughter Eleanor, Countess of Agincourt, married her distant cousin John, Duke of Bristol, at just fifteen. Ambitious and politically astute, Constance hungered for power and influence, gradually positioning herself at the center of court intrigue. She aligned herself with Catherine of Montcroix and Richard III, living in exile during the Cousins’ War while rallying support for her son Henry as Richard’s heir. As Richard III and Alfred II destroyed one another at the Battle of Ely in 1412, Constance launched an invasion of Windenburg. Following Alfred’s death weeks later, Henry was crowned king. Constance was honored as a dowager queen and became her son’s closest advisor, later guiding her granddaughters Mary I and Matilda I, both of whom deeply cherished her counsel.
Leonora of Argenza, Queen of Henry V: Known as the "Mother of Windenburg", Leonora was among the most beloved queens of the medieval era. Compassionate and tireless, she played a vital role in rebuilding the kingdom after years of devastating civil war. Leonora donated extensively to hospitals, visited wounded veterans, and personally funded the care of orphaned children. Within two years of her queenship, she established fifteen orphanages in Windenburg and financed the construction of Queen’s College, later the University of Axbridge. Her marriage to Henry V was passionate and deeply affectionate. Leonora’s death in childbirth in 1416 shattered Henry, who immortalized her memory through the Leonora Crosses erected across the realm.
Mary I, Queen of Windenburg: The eldest daughter of Henry V and Leonora, Mary became heir to the throne following the death of her brother John in 1416, only a month after her mother’s death. Overcome by grief, Henry never remarried and died in 1417, leaving sixteen-year-old Mary as the first Queen Regnant of Windenburg. That same year, she married Edmund of Middlesex, nephew of Alfred II, to unite rival claims and prevent further rebellion. Though her reign was brief, Mary successfully suppressed the last lingering unrest from the Cousins’ War. Edmund later died, likely of the plague, though rumors claimed Mary poisoned him to secure sole power. She herself died of smallpox in 1429, leaving the crown to her sister Matilda.
Matilda I, Queen of Windenburg: The rebellious, dark-haired beauty eloped with Philippe, Count of Verdun, a wealthy Magnolian noble who controlled one of the largest marches in Magnolia. Philippe, once a ward of Catherine of Montcroix, had his romance with Matilda encouraged by the dowager queen. Mary eventually approved the match and summoned the couple to court, naming Matilda her heir. By the time she ascended the throne, Matilda had already secured the succession with five children. Unlike her sister’s troubled early reign, Matilda’s rule was largely harmonious. She continued rebuilding Windenburg, fortifying major cities including Windenburg, Glencraig, Devonshire, and Coventry. Fondly remembered as Matilda "the Good", she remained beloved by her people.
Mary of Canterbury, Queen of Henry VI: A childhood friend of the royal family, Mary’s marriage to Henry blossomed quickly into a loving union founded on familiarity and affection. As queen, she restored splendor to court life, hosting lavish entertainments and sponsoring the arts. Over time, however, Mary grew resentful of Henry’s numerous mistresses, whom he openly flaunted. She eventually sided with her sons Edmund, John, and George in their rebellion against the king. Mary was imprisoned, and the Canterbury family stripped of their titles. Rumors later spread that Mary and her alleged lover, her brother-in-law Arthur, Duke of Bristol, murdered Henry in 1462. After the king’s death, Mary was freed by her son Edmund, who restored the Canterburys to favor.
Inés of Myshuno, Queen of Edmund V: Orphaned young, Inés became one of the most valuable heiresses of the medieval era and spent much of her life used as a political pawn. Married as a teenager to the King of Magnolia, she was widowed within a year, gaining unexpected independence. She later married Edmund, heir to the Windenburg throne, and aided him in rebelling against his father, King Henry VI. Though Inés and Edmund loved one another, disagreements over the autonomy of Myshuno eventually drove a wedge between them. After Edmund’s death in 1479, Inés scandalously eloped with his close friend and advisor, Robert, Earl of Leicester, leading to her exile and the loss of control over her duchy to her son, King Edward. Despite this, Inés later supported Edward against rebellions led by her other sons, reconciling with him before returning to court. Her children from her third marriage were recognized by Edward as his half-siblings and granted honor and respect.
my current spotify loop playlist is:
- silver spoon by Erin LeCount
- we hug now by Sydney Rose
- the hand by Annabelle Dinda
- erase me by Lizzie McAlpine
- francesca by Hozier
- waiting room by Phoebe Bridgers
- the view between villages by Noah Kahan
so things are going great in my brain thx for asking
