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Currently writing a book!

[cranberry-branflakes]

OH MY GOD IT DOES DIFFERENT FLAGS DEPENDING ON YOUR TAGS??

[infiliwetrust]

Dwarfweek → day 5: dwarven objects → Weapons of the Company

Thorin - sword called Deathless, Fili - twin swords, Kili - bow, Balin - sword, Dwalin - two axes called Grasper and Keeper, Ori - slighshot, Dori - bolas, Nori - mace, Gloin - axe, Oin - staff, Bombur - iron ladle, Bofur - hammer, Bifur - spear. 

[xwednesdays-childx]

WTF ...is with all this god awful AI slop on here all of a sudden?

[luna-azzurra]

Lies Your Character Tells Themselves!!

✶ "I don't need anyone." (Reality caves when they're sick, alone, and no one checks on them because they trained everyone not to.)

✶ "I'm over it." (Caves when they see their ex happy with someone else and realize they've been paused for three years.)

✶ "It wasn't that bad." (Caves when they see someone else experience the same thing and feel protective rage they never felt for themselves.)

✶ "I work better under pressure." (Caves at 4am when their hands won't stop shaking and they can't remember the last time they ate.)

✶ "They'll come back." (Caves when someone new sits in their usual spot and the world didn't actually stop turning.)

✶ "I'm not like my parents." (Caves mid-argument when they hear their mother's exact words coming out of their mouth.)

✶ "I just need to be thinner/richer/smarter/better." (Caves when they achieve the goal and the emptiness is still there, unchanged, patient.)

✶ "I can quit whenever I want." (Caves when they try to stop for one day and their body betrays them with withdrawal, need, panic.)

✶ "Time heals everything." (Caves on the ten-year anniversary when it hurts exactly the same.)

✶ "I'm protecting them by staying away." (Caves when they find out the person spent years thinking they weren't wanted, weren't loved.)

✶ "It's not abuse if I provoked it." (Caves when they see a child get yelled at for nothing and want to shield them from everything.)

✶ "I don't deserve better." (Caves when someone treats them with basic kindness and they break down crying in a Starbucks bathroom.)

✶ "Asking for help is weakness." (Caves when they physically can't do it alone anymore and pride becomes a luxury they can't afford.)

✶ "People leave, that's just how it is." (Caves when someone stays through the ugly and they realize they've been the one pushing everyone away.)

✶ "I'm too damaged for love." (Caves when someone looks at their scars and doesn't flinch.)

✶ "Success will make me happy." (Caves at the top of the ladder when the view is just lonelier, higher up.)

✶ "They didn't mean it like that." (Caves when the same pattern repeats and excuses run out and they're tired, so tired of translating cruelty into kindness.)

✶ "I'm fine being alone." (Caves during a random Tuesday evening when the silence becomes a physical weight crushing their chest.)

✶ "Emotions are weakness." (Caves when they feel nothing at their own parent's funeral and realize they've amputated part of their humanity.)

✶ "I'll deal with it later." (Caves when 'later' becomes 'never' and the rot they've been ignoring finally consumes the foundation.)

[writing-chats]

ultimate character development template

basics

name: meaning of name: nicknames/titles: age: gender: location: birthday: strengths + example where it's shown: weaknesses + example where it's shown: how it affects others:

emotional depth

attachment style + how it manifests in the story: physical fear: emotional/abstract fear: happy memory: sad memory: object of significance: philosophical outlook/belief: what characters are ignorant about themselves: how confident are they: goal: long-term dreams: what they're embarrassed/ashamed to tell others about: regrets: source of pride: source of misery: what they admire above all else: do they believe in fate:

personality

mbti: enneagram: big five: character archetype: star sign: who they pretend to be on the outside: who they actually are/how they feel towards the mask: mental health conditions: how it manifests for them: iq: eq: humour: reputation:

habits

bad habits: mannerisms when stressed: mannerisms when content: mannerisms when scared: mannerisms normally: verbal mannerisms/distinctive speaking style: how do they move across a room: what do they say and what remains unsaid: how they express love: hobbies:

appearance

defining features: eye shape + colour: hair texture + colour: skin texture + tone: vibe: height: build: clothing: any bodily disfigurement (scars, etc.): overall attractiveness: their opinion on their appearance: appeals to:

relationships

who they trust most: what they wish they could do for them: what's holding them back: who they hate most: what they wish they could do to them: what's holding them back: relationship with the protagonist: relationship with the antagonist: siblings: relationship with them: parents/step-parents: relationship with them: previous broken relationships: why did it break: what others expect of them: who believes in them: their mentor character/who they look up to: political/religious/other affiliations: what makes them different from every other character: non-human relationships + why: romantic "type" + why: relationship dynamics:

backstory/background

primary emotion towards their past: primary feelings while in their past: where did they grow up: defining incidents: earliest childhood memory: saddest memory: happiest memory: major accomplishments: their opinion on it: notable people in their backstory: effect on them today: trauma: what have they already lost: financial circumstance:

progression

why are they important (eg. why're they the only one able to do something?): what do they learn about themselves throughout the story: what do they learn about the world: how do they feel towards their newfound knowledge: character arc (positive, negative, neutral): how relationships change because of their actions: what mistakes do they make: what scene is their character highlighted: do they get what they want: why or why not: what happens to them after the story ends:

[promptcalender]

Dialogue: Sibling Banter

“10 dollars and you never tell mom and dad about this.” “Make it 20, you cheap bastard.” “You disgust me. Here, have 25. Broke bitch.” “Oi!”

“Is that my shirt?” “Oh, we both knew I was gonna steal that. Don’t even pretend.”

“What are you doing here? Get out.” “Mmmmh…. No.” “I’m going to murder you slowly.”

“Hey, isn’t that your lame sibling? Such a geek— Ow!” “Only I get to call out how lame that nerd is.”

“Why didn’t you tell me?!” “I didn’t want you to yell at me!” “I wasn’t going to yell!” “You’re yelling now!” “Because you didn’t tell me!!”

“Can you hand me that?” “No,” while handing it.

[Prompt Calender: April 10th, Siblings Day]

[ijustwannawritepls]

Details That Instantly Deepen a Setting

Instead of trying to fill paragraphs describing everything, choose one or two things that breathe.

• The way the floorboards creak in one specific spot • A stain on the ceiling no one acknowledges • A flickering light that makes gives everyone a slight headache • The smell of something burnt and forgotten • A crooked family photo • Dust in the sunlight • A cracked mug someone refuses to throw away • The hum of an appliance in silence • A chair that wobbles • A window that should open, but doesn't • Shoes lined up too neatly • A plant flourishing, or showing signs of obvious neglect • The sound of neighbors arguing • A clock that’s slightly off

Specificity creates immersion, not necessarily paragraphs. One good detail can carry a scene.

[luna-azzurra]

Character Personality traits & Quirks LIST

Positive Traits:

˙⋆✮ Compassionate, empathetic, kind-hearted

˙⋆✮ Courageous, brave, fearless

˙⋆✮ Loyal, faithful, devoted

˙⋆✮ Intelligent, clever, quick-witted

˙⋆✮ Optimistic, hopeful, positive

˙⋆✮ Patient, tolerant, understanding

˙⋆✮ Honest, truthful, sincere

˙⋆✮ Creative, imaginative, innovative

˙˙⋆✮ Determined, persistent, resilient

˙⋆✮ Generous, selfless, altruistic

˙⋆✮ Confident, self-assured, bold

˙⋆✮ Humble, modest, down-to-earth

˙⋆✮ Charismatic, charming, magnetic

˙⋆✮ Disciplined, organized, methodical

˙⋆✮ Adaptable, flexible, open-minded

Negative Traits/Flaws:

˙⋆✮ Arrogant, prideful, conceited

˙⋆✮ Jealous, envious, covetous

˙⋆✮ Impulsive, reckless, hasty

˙⋆✮ Stubborn, obstinate, inflexible

˙⋆✮ Pessimistic, cynical, negative

˙⋆✮ Selfish, self-centered, egotistical

˙⋆✮ Dishonest, deceitful, manipulative

˙⋆✮ Lazy, unmotivated, apathetic

˙⋆✮ Judgmental, critical, harsh

˙⋆✮ Vengeful, spiteful, vindictive

˙⋆✮ Insecure, self-doubting, anxious

˙⋆✮ Controlling, domineering, authoritarian

˙⋆✮ Naive, gullible, trusting

˙⋆✮ Aggressive, hostile, confrontational

˙⋆✮ Passive-aggressive, indirect, evasive

Quirks & Habits:

˙⋆✮ Bites nails when nervous

˙⋆✮ Always arrives exactly on time (never early or late)

˙⋆✮ Collects unusual objects (bottle caps, ticket stubs, etc.)

˙⋆✮ Talks to themselves when thinking

˙⋆✮ Has to touch doorframes when passing through

˙⋆✮ Hums or whistles unconsciously

˙⋆✮ Avoids stepping on cracks in pavement

˙⋆✮ Counts things compulsively

˙⋆✮ Always carries a specific good luck charm

˙⋆✮ Taps fingers in patterns

˙⋆✮ Quotes movies or books constantly

˙⋆✮ Makes lists for everything

˙⋆✮ Rearranges objects to be symmetrical

˙⋆✮ Gives inanimate objects names and personalities

˙⋆✮ Always wears a specific color or item

[unheardoracle]

If Your Scene Feels Lifeless, Someone Is Being Too Polite

Stories stall when everyone behaves. Real tension appears when someone:

• asks the wrong question • says something they shouldn’t • notices something uncomfortable • refuses to drop the topic • misunderstands something important • interrupts at the worst moment

Conflict doesn’t always look like shouting.

[luna-azzurra]

Awkward Family Dinner Sentence Starters

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "so... how's work? still doing that... thing you do?"

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "we're NOT talking about politics tonight. i don't care who started it."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "mom, please stop asking when i'm getting married. please."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "pass the salt. no, the other salt. the— never mind, i'll get it myself."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "i know you meant well, but maybe don't bring up my divorce at thanksgiving?"

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "your sister got promoted again. isn't that wonderful? what have YOU been up to?"

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "can we have ONE meal without someone crying? just one?"

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "i'm going to the bathroom. if anyone asks about my life choices, i died."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "remember when we all got along? yeah, me neither."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "the chicken's dry. no, it's fine. it's... very dry. i mean, it's fine."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "why did you sit me next to HIM? you KNOW what happened last christmas."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "i'm not drinking. yes, i'm sure. stop asking if i'm pregnant."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "dad's already had three glasses of wine. someone hide the bottle."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "we're all adults here. we can discuss this civilly. ...okay, we're yelling now."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "i brought a salad. yes, i know nobody asked for salad. i BROUGHT IT ANYWAY."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "how long do we have to stay? two hours? i'm timing it."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "grandma, that's... that's actually super racist. can we maybe not?"

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "i'm vegan now. no, it's not a phase. yes, i know where protein comes from."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "you invited my EX?! you invited my ex to FAMILY dinner?!"

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "everyone smile for the photo. pretend we like each other. perfect."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "i have an early morning tomorrow. very early. like 5am early. gotta go."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "when's the last time we actually talked? like really talked, not just... this?"

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "your new partner seems... nice. very... yes. nice."

⋆‧°𓏲ּ𝄢 "i love you all, but i also need therapy because of you all."

[zelovinit]

GUYS THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IS TESTING OM TRANS PEOPLE

[zelovinit]

GUYS IF THIS ISNT REBLOGGED IT WONT FUCKING BE SEEN.

[ghostlystrangers]

If you don't know/don't trust this Substack source here it is also from a reliable queer news source:

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is running a conversion therapy program. We must not let it stand

Opinion: The Trump administration is imposing unnecessary cruelty on incarcerated transgender people who have nowhere to go, writes NCLR leg

[pinkvibesonlyhere]

Is America great again?

[ariesrin]

Writing tips: He said, she said...

Readers don't tend to notice 'said', while it's there in the sentence, it doesn't give the sentence any life. It gets the job done, mostly...

Here are some options to try!

whispered / muttered / mumbled → soft or secretive

shouted / yelled / barked → anger, urgency

growled / hissed → danger, teasing, frustration

murmured / breathed → intimacy, vulnerability

snapped / barked / snapped back → irritation, defensiveness

laughed / chuckled / giggled → laughing, fun, playful or flirty

asked / questioned / queried / inquired → curiosity, questioning

demanded / insisted → authority or control

sighed / groaned → fatigue, exasperation, longing

When you're looking to replace said, think about why. You'll generally want to do this when you need the following:

when the tone of the line needs more context.

when you want to show emotion instead of telling it.

when your character’s body language, action, or expression can do the talking instead.

Take a look at the scene you're writing, is the character saying their line? Or are they yelling it? Screaming it? Are they enraged, or perhaps is their voice a broken whisper from grief?

That being said, you shouldn't always avoid using 'said.' It's easy to read in long sentences, and it keeps the focus on the dialogue rather than the rest of the scenes. That may be beneficial and a key component to parts of your story.

[ariesrin]

Writing tips: Let bodies do the talking

Body language is one of the most powerful tools you can use in your writing, especially when it comes to dialogue.

It reveals emotion without needing long explanations, and it gives your characters presence long before they speak.

Here are some physical cues you can use to bring your scenes to life:

Crossed arms / defensive stance → guarded, annoyed, uncertain

Fidgeting with sleeves / tapping fingers → nervous, impatient

Lingering touches / brushing hands → affection, tension, desire

Tightened jaw / clenched fists → anger, restraint, frustration

Averted eyes / looking at the floor → guilt, fear, embarrassment

Stepping back / leaning away → distrust or discomfort

Tilting head / raised eyebrows → curiosity, challenge

Shoulders relaxing / exhaling slowly → relief, vulnerability

When should you rely on body language?

When you want to show an emotion instead of naming it

When dialogue alone feels flat

When you need subtext (what they won’t say out loud)

When two characters feel differently than the words they’re speaking

When you want to make a scene more sensory and grounded

Are they really calm, or is their foot tapping like a warning signal? Are they truly angry, or is it just the way their jaw tightens when they’re hurt? Are they saying “I’m fine,” but refusing to meet anyone’s eyes?

Body language adds layers. It tells the truth when your characters won’t. It can add to the rage bubbling on their lips, letting the reader know when they're just about to blow up.

Use it intentionally, and your scenes will read less like conversations on a stage and more like real people breathing on the page.

[ariesrin]

Alternatives to 'said'

When character is angry:

Snapped

Spat

Snarled

Hissed

Barked

...or sad:

Choked

Mumbled

Managed

Croaked

Murmured

...or if they're feeling nervous:

Stammered

Babbled

Rambled

Muttered

Squeaked

...and even when flirting:

Coaxed

Purred

Teased

Hummed

Crooned

[calto19]

This is the kind of thesaurus stuff I've needed.

[ijustwannawritepls]

Underused Microexpressions for Attraction

We’ve done lip biting to death... Let’s evolve.

• Eyes flicking to someone’s mouth mid-sentence • Forgetting what they were about to say • Leaning in unconsciously • Mirroring posture without realizing • Smiling at something that wasn’t that funny • Adjusting hair or clothes when the other person enters • Noticing and remembering details no one else bothers to • A pause before pulling their hand away • Shoulders softening • Looking away first and then back again • Swallowing before speaking • Voice lowering slightly • Turning their body fully toward the other person • A delayed reaction to a touch

[brandywyne]

Worldbuilding - Healthcare Systems

Next part of my WorldBuilding Masterpost series.

Notable Highlights:

Foundations of Healthcare

Providers and Workforce

Access and Availability

Facilities and Infrastructure

Medicine, Technology, and Treatment

Prevention and Public Health

Economics and Funding Crisis, Disease, and Emergency Response

Cultural Beliefs and Social Attitudes

Hidden Systems and Ethical Dilemmas

Foundations of Healthcare

How does healthcare fundamentally function in this society, and what does it prioritize?

What counts as “healthcare” in this world?

Is healthcare focused on prevention, treatment, or survival?

Is it considered a right, a privilege, or a commodity?

Who is responsible for maintaining public health?

Is healthcare centralized or decentralized?

How advanced is the overall system?

What philosophies define medical practice?

Is healthcare reactive or proactive?

How consistent is care across regions?

What are the biggest health concerns in this world?

How has the system evolved over time?

Are there competing medical systems or beliefs?

How does the system handle large populations?

What role does culture play in defining “health”?

Does the system aim for longevity, quality of life, or basic survival?

Providers and Workforce

Who provides healthcare, and what is their role in society?

Who delivers medical care (doctors, healers, AI, priests, etc.)?

How are healthcare providers trained?

Are they highly respected or undervalued?

How accessible are trained professionals?

Are there shortages of medical workers?

Do providers specialize or remain generalists?

Are there informal or unlicensed practitioners?

What risks do healthcare workers face?

How are they compensated?

Are certain groups excluded from becoming providers?

Do providers follow strict ethical codes?

Are healers tied to religion, science, or tradition?

How do providers handle burnout or stress?

Are there hierarchies within the profession?

Can ordinary people perform basic medical care?

Access and Availability

Who can receive healthcare, and how easy is it to access?

Who has access to healthcare services?

Are there barriers based on class, location, or identity?

How far do people travel for care?

Are services evenly distributed?

Are there underserved or neglected populations?

How long do people wait for treatment?

Are emergency services widely available?

Is care affordable for most people?

Do people delay treatment due to cost or fear?

Are there mobile or outreach services?

How do rural and urban access differ?

Are there systems to prioritize patients?

Are certain treatments restricted?

Do people need documentation or status to receive care?

What happens to those who cannot access the system?

Facilities and Infrastructure

Where does healthcare take place, and how are these systems maintained?

What kinds of medical facilities exist?

Are hospitals centralized or local?

How advanced are these facilities?

Are they well-funded or under-resourced?

Who maintains and supplies them?

Are facilities clean, safe, and reliable?

Do people trust these environments?

Are there differences between elite and public facilities?

How are emergencies handled within these spaces?

Are there traveling clinics or temporary setups?

How do facilities handle overcrowding?

What happens when infrastructure fails?

Are facilities targets during conflict?

Do people avoid certain facilities for cultural reasons?

How visible is healthcare infrastructure in daily life?

Medicine, Technology, and Treatment

What tools, methods, and knowledge are used to treat illness and injury?

What kinds of treatments exist?

How advanced is medical technology?

Are treatments scientific, magical, traditional, or hybrid?

What common illnesses are easily treated?

What conditions remain difficult or incurable?

Are medicines mass-produced or handcrafted?

How are drugs tested and approved?

Are treatments widely available or restricted?

Do people trust medical technology?

Are there experimental or risky procedures?

How is pain managed?

Are there side effects or long-term consequences?

Can treatments be abused or misused?

Are there black-market medicines?

How quickly can new treatments be developed?

Prevention and Public Health

How does the system prevent illness and maintain the population’s health?

Are there public health campaigns?

How are diseases monitored and tracked?

Are vaccinations or preventative treatments common?

How does sanitation affect health?

Are there regulations around food, water, or the environment?

How are outbreaks contained?

Do people follow public health guidelines?

Is prevention prioritized over treatment?

Are there routine health checks?

How is mental health addressed?

Do cultural beliefs support or resist prevention?

Are there educational programs about health?

How early are illnesses detected?

What role does government play in prevention?

How prepared is the system for large-scale health threats?

Economics and Funding

How is healthcare funded, and who pays for it?

Who finances healthcare systems?

Are services free, subsidized, or fully paid?

How expensive is treatment for individuals?

Are insurance systems present?

Who profits from healthcare?

Are there inequalities based on wealth?

Do people go into debt for treatment?

How are resources allocated?

Are there shortages due to funding issues?

Does corruption affect the system?

Are certain treatments reserved for the wealthy?

How do economic crises impact healthcare?

Are there charitable or community-based systems?

Is healthcare spending prioritized politically?

How transparent is the system’s funding?

Crisis, Disease, and Emergency Response

How does the healthcare system respond under pressure or during widespread crisis?

How are epidemics or pandemics handled?

Are emergency protocols well-developed?

How quickly can the system scale up?

Who is treated first during crisis?

Are resources rationed?

How does panic affect healthcare delivery?

Are quarantine systems in place?

Do governments enforce strict controls?

How are frontline workers protected?

Are there lasting effects after crises?

Do people trust official responses?

Are there alternative systems during collapse?

How does war affect healthcare systems?

Are certain populations abandoned in crisis?

What lessons has the system learned from past disasters?

Cultural Beliefs and Social Attitudes

How do people think about health, illness, and healing?

How is illness understood culturally?

Are diseases seen as natural, spiritual, or moral?

Do people trust medical professionals?

Are there stigmas around certain conditions?

How is mental illness perceived?

Are there traditional healing practices?

Do people seek help early or only in crisis?

Are families involved in care decisions?

How is disability treated socially?

Are there rituals around sickness or recovery?

Do people fear hospitals or trust them?

Are certain treatments taboo?

How do beliefs affect treatment outcomes?

Are there generational differences in attitudes?

How does culture shape what “healthy” means?

Hidden Systems and Ethical Dilemmas

What parts of the healthcare system are hidden, unequal, or ethically complicated?

What practices are hidden from the public?

Are there unethical experiments or treatments?

Who is exploited within the system?

Are some lives valued more than others?

Are patients ever denied care for political reasons?

Is data or diagnosis manipulated?

Are there secret treatments available only to elites?

Do providers face moral dilemmas regularly?

Are there underground or illegal healthcare systems?

Are people treated without consent?

What truths about the system are suppressed?

Who benefits from keeping flaws hidden?

Are there whistleblowers exposing issues?

What ethical lines are commonly crossed?

What would happen if the full reality became public?

Drink Responsibly!! (fr)

[creativepromptsforwriting]

Dialogue Responses

"Do you hate me?"

"You hurt me too much.”

"I just can't forget what happened."

"I'm just disappointed. And confused."

"Of course not. I could never hate you."

"I just need time to process everything."

"Hating you is unfortunately not even an option."

"Why would you even think that? No, I don't hate you."

"I don't hate you, but I am very hurt by what happened."

"I don’t hate you. I just wish things had turned out differently."

"Hate is a strong word. I just don't know how to feel about you right now."

All the Dialogue Responses can be found here.

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