For the following of this top ten list, I'll be using random images to present each AU since reposting one's artwork is not allowed. So without further ado, let's get down to business.
10. Rose Never Leaves AU by @nereamerayo (aka @arrozbrillante)
While this AU is slightly well-known, it does seem intriguing to picture how and what the SU life would be like if Rose hadn't gave up her physical form to give birth to Steven. For my perspective, it does bring out a bit of development into the most hated pink character. (FYI, I'm not one of those fans who despises Rose)
9. Fantasy AU by @artifiziell
Before @cynthi-universe's Rogue AU existed, there was this AU first. The creator who made this really went far out on this by switching the show's genre and transforming these alien characters into fantasy-like creatures based on their powers, personalities or whichever style fits them perfectly. Even I was amazed to see Lion as a giant manticore.
https://artifiziell.tumblr.com/tagged/fantasy-au
8. Coraline AU by @nicorii
While this may be considered as a film crossover to some people, I still count this as an AU. Seeing as how the title character has experience a lot of heavy stuff, it does seem fitting for Steven to be Coraline, As for the other characters, their roles in this AU are accurately suitable.
7. Listen All Night Long AU by @suf-fering & @universallywriting
According to Rebecca Sugar, she has watched many Disney movies and added some references in the show. But I never imagine someone would go far and beyond to create this lovely AU. The story itself was written by @universallywriting. I haven't got the chance to read the chapters yet but I have to say the illustrations are very beautiful.
6. Gone Wrong by @spudinacup
This is not your ordinary comic for kids. Based on the SU movie, this AU's story is told in a whole new yet very dark direction. Whereas Spinel kills Steven instantly with her rejuvenator rather than having to revert his physical form. Although his gem is safe from harm, not only does it reform into pink Steven but also its gem powers remain futile. I hope to find out where the rest of the story goes until we hear word from the creator of this AU.
5. Crystal Clarity AU by Sergeant Plopp & @cnv99
There are other blogs with Blue Diamond AUs like @teamfadedblue & @blue-diamond-steven. But I believe the best one has to be the blog titled @blueswapuniverse. While the blog and the illustrations are made by CNV99, the story itself was written by Sergeant Plopp. Since her appearance in Steven's Dream, Blue Diamond was shown to be nearly nurturing and compassionate as Rose. Not to mention, having a tremendous grief over the loss of Pink Diamond. In which Greg shared his feelings about losing someone whom he once loved. This had many fans wondering how or what it would be like if Blue and Greg fallen in love and she gave birth to Steven instead of Rose. In fact, this AU was made back in 2017, a year before A Single Pale Rose was released. So technically, this was no coincidence.
4. Yellow Diamond Steven AU by @stevenyellowdiamonduniverse (aka @matsuthemoth)
This indeed is the best Yellow Diamond AU I've ever enjoyed. Now here's what I know about this AU so far. It's sort of like the mom swap AU made by @sketchedatrocities (aka Comedic Interlude) but Steven is the son of Yellow Diamond. Too bad, this AU sadly ended at a cliffhanger because the creator claimed their hand was injured and must require surgery. Little did I found out, the blog for this AU was deleted from Tumblr. But that's not to say the posts for this story are gone completely. You can still find them on Tapas.
After waiting two years, the creator posted a drawing of this AU's Nora on Tapas about 3 months ago. Could this mean they're back in business? Have a little more patience and we'll see.
Read Yellow Diamond Steven AU and more premium Drama Comics now on Tapas!
3. Gem Kids AU by @bananimationofficial
This is one of those ageswap AUs in which the gems start off as actual kids after they were made. During the very first comic issues, I found it interesting when it began with Pink heading off to Earth with Pearl and Garnet. But when it reached to the actual story point, I soon found it very pleasing because not only does it stay true to the main series but it also gives the characters the experience of what is like to be a youngster or an adult. Unfortunately the creator claimed to have ended her AU at a very disappointing note. Just when Season 2 was already starting. I really enjoyed the illustrations, but if you ever want to check them out again, feel free to check out the blog (@gemkidsau).
2. Bad Prediction AU by @jigokuhana
Is this an alternate universe or an alternate timeline? You be the judge. Back when the episode titled The Answer was released, not only did it demonstrated precisely how Ruby and Sapphire became Garnet, but it did gave the fandom something to speculate on. What would the Earth be like if Garnet didn't exist? The answer pretty much speaks for itself. But it wasn't until later in the show, when it was revealed that Rose Quartz was really Pink Diamond, that theory got really huge for many fans. After all, Garnet was the whole chain reaction to everything and everyone around her. So for my recommendation, I give it a thumbs up for the creator of this AU.
Honorable Mentions
Half Dragon Steven AU by @hugthesquids
Skybound AU by Mod Shi @su-skybound-au
Fragmented AU by @blindkite
Soft Jock AU by Anonymous @susoftjockau
B-Sides AU by @snidy & @making-friendos
Dimension Hop AU by @pixeldotgamer
Walk the Line AU by Anonymous @walktheline-au
To see which AU made #1, click Keep Reading and find out.
1. White Diamond AU (aka Steven AU*niverse) by @thechekhov
Steven has had quite a life - in between being shuffled around foster homes he's also had to put up with a lot of bullying for his strange a
Also, this description might give out some spoilers about this AU, if you hadn't read this AU or are far behind.
I for one have to say that this was quite impossible for anyone to imagine or even successfully manage to pull off. From the moment I founded this AU, it seemed very charming. I wasn't sure if I did read the first issue, but the first comic episode I truly read was the start of the AU's second season. Since Steven isn't Rose's son in this alternate world, it makes things exciting, especially when he meets Rose (still alive) and the Crystal Gems.
With Rose Quartz around, Chekhov attempts to add in more qualities that purely demonstrates the kind of character she is. Unlike how most fans viewed her as the main antagonist of the show. But considering Rose had such a harsh life back when she was Pink Diamond, it does seem hard for her to adjust her complexity and give out a clear answer whenever someone besides Steven asks her questions relating to Homeworld or the Diamonds. And when Rose does talk things over with him, not only does it bring out this semi mother-son relationship they share with, but it also lets out her tensions, due to severe hardships she faced thousands of years ago. Having to see Rose facing her problems while also presenting a bit more of her true identity is what many SU fans wished would happen in canon. In fact, that's not the only best thing about this AU.
For instance, Chekhov manages to go further beyond the subject of PTSD by having this Steven to be a runaway foster kid who ends up tagging along with a colorless woman with one eye (aka Earl/Pink Pearl). Since the Gems, including Rose, don't know much about him, it does play out perfectly to have them develop a mutual trust with him, despite of their concerns of Homeworld's return and facing the Diamonds' wrath again. While Chekhov is able to present a few of the show's references to build up our expectations, they do manage to keep some pages of the script secret so that way we can keep on guessing what will happen afterwards. Once their ideas come into play as the story progresses, everything works out perfectly. Just like how Chekhov came up with an original character (Seaglass) to put into this AU. As she was revealed or introduced, people already started to find her very cute and lovable in a matter of seconds.
Regardless, this comic has truly capture the spirit of the show as it once was eight years ago. Whether this may be fictional, based on how the story is laid out, I give two thumbs up to you, Chekhov. By setting up the intensity virtuously as each issue is released, having them to be told through actual questions from the followers of this blog, adding more insight on the characters, and providing a bunch of SU references from the original show, this proves that Chekhov has an astonishing gift for storytelling. Even I come to appreciate on the father-son relationship Steven and Greg share so beautifully than how it was presented on the show.
All that's left for me to say is thank you for creating these remarkable tales. I hope to look forward on what comes later. I know your more focus with other stuff in your life and it can be very tiresome, I just wish you luck to you, your friends from Russia, and to everyone who are managing their everyday struggles. Your AU will always be my favorite.
And if you're reading this, what exactly will you do once this AU is completed?
As far as I am concerned, she has nights where they make food from the cultures of each respective kid. And she makes sure all her kids maintain their dual citizenship (where theyāre from and US) & visit often. Jolie is an exception, she doesnāt steal, she respects, embraces and accepts. She raises her children with understanding and compassion of people of different race and culture. Bravo.
Spell Jar to Enhance Productive Energy (if you feel low on energy)
Things Youāll Need:
- Yellow Candle (productive energy to seal jar) *optional Ā
- Cinnamon or Cayenne pepper (success and energy)
- Black Pepper (enhance energy)
-Crushed Red Pepper (enhance energy)
-Dried Lavender (healing, calm, anti-stress)
-Dragonās Blood Calcite/Red Calcite (enhance energy, grounding) *optional
-Bottle
What To Do:
Layer the ingredients, filling each with intent and energy. Once youāre done layering, seal the jar with the wax from the yellowĀ candle. The crystal can be used to enhance the intention while your creating the spell jar. Just meditate with it for a few minutes.
*These are just some things I associate with gaining/enhancing energy. Change them if you need to. Also I put āor Cayenne pepperā because I had that originally, but didnāt realize I was out of it.
Good luck on your journey and sending you positive vibes!āš»š®š
I want to learn more about chaos magic, any suggestions on where to start and any resources you reccomend?
Well, Iām not a bad place to startā¦ :pĀ
Chaos magic is a branch of magic that essentially has no core rules or structure (unless you set one yourself), hence why itās called āchaosā magic. It has nothing to do with destruction or decay or anarchy specifically (unless thatās what you want to incorporate into your magic). Itās a very personal branch of magic, that encourages experimentation and personalizing your practice to suit you, your needs, what you have available to youā¦ Belief is also used as a tool specifically in chaos magic. Thereās a lot of eclecticism and modernism in chaos magic - like using Skype to hold rituals with your covens, doing spells through technology, the ever famous sigil magic as we now know itā¦ Whatever you want or need, you can do it with chaos magic.Ā
I do have some resources and links that you can check out at your leisure to help you understand a little better.
All Chaos Magick Files (a huge ass list with so many links on various topics that can come into play in regards to chaos magic)
Chaoism & Chaos Magic: A Personal View
Chaos Magick (a multitude of articles pertaining to chaos magic)
Chaos Magic- The Misunderstood Path
Chaos Magic in a Nutshell
Chaos Magic Theory
Introduction to Chaos Magic
āLiber Null & Psychonaut: An Introduction to Chaos Magicā by Peter J. CarrollĀ (a book)
āOven-Ready Chaosā by Phil HineĀ (a book)
What is Chaos Magick?Ā (a list of further resources)
I have also compiled some further PDFs of chaos magic books in a Google Drive folder that you can find [here]. These were obtained from online, so theyāre easily found if you know where to look, Iāve just compiled them in one place.
There are a lot more paradigms and approaches to magic than we think. Which create such a large and wonderful variety in practices and spells.
And to me, that is the beautiful thing about witchcraft. As a general umbrella, people can explore and create in any which direction.
One person may find that they love a particular tradition, that is available to them, and seek to become initiated.
One person may find that quick and simple fits their life and needs best.
One person may dive into folklore and seek to modernize or replicate folk magic.
Another person may try all the spells, because why not?
Another person may not have money for prefabricated tools and spell items, so they DIY and substitute items, creating new their own brand of witchcraft.
One person may have a disability that prevents them from trekking into the forest, so they donāt use location specific spells.
One person may be deaf or have a hard time speaking, so they donāt vocalize spells aloud, but instead choose to sign their incantations or charge their spells by using dance and rhythm.
Another person may be in a situation where they could be harmed if others found out about their witchcraft, so they use mundane looking items for spells, such as emojis.
One person may find the gendered language in books or spells to be limiting and harmful, so they get rid of the gendered language and create their own system.
Your witchcraft may look different than (or even similar to) the next personās, and that is okay. It is still valid.
Your witchcraft is valid. How you perform spells and magic is valid.
I know focused on witchcraft above in parts, but this also goes for any other magical practices that involve the use of magic. You are valid.
Introduction to traditional playing card fortune-telling
Naughty children, today I shall be your good Ukrainian grandmother teaching you how to read playing cards - or, this is your introduction post to this list of meanings.
Begin with taking a new deck of cards; once selected for telling fortunes, it must not be used for games. It has to contain thirty-six cards, thus, if a full deck, take out the Jokers and cards two to five.
While every card has its own meaning, they follow certain general guidelines. Cards are to be read in groupings, modifying each otherās meanings, so start your practice with pairs and groups of three. Traditionally, the King and the Queen of the suit of Hearts are used as significators.
ā„ļø Love, emotions, relationships, joy, family; air; timing: springtime, morning, hours to days
ā¦ļø Money, material possessions, physical health; fire; timing: summer, daytime, days to weeks; people young, unmarried, wealthy, in good health
ā£ļø Legal matters, social status, achievements, learning; earth; timing: autumn, evening, weeks to months; people middle-aged, married, benevolent
ā ļø Sorrow, selfishness, cruelty, vice and loud, drunken festivities; water; timing: winter, nighttime, years; people over 55, with power or status, hostile or selfish
Ace - initiation, sudden happening, a place or an item
6 - a path, a time frame
7 - conversation, first steps of a process
8 - meetings, development of the process
9 - an event, first results, difficulties can be resolved
10 - full development of a process, something of interest
Question: do the cards have to be manufacturer new or just new to me? I have a vintage deck of cards that Iāve never used but has likely been used for games in the pastā¦
The deck chosen for telling fortunes must not be used for playing, neither before nor after - however, one previously dedicated to divination may be passed on from a different person.
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