FAQ - For any Answers you need!
Questions you may or may not have when it comes to me! (Will be updated as regularly I can as I think of/am asked certain questions.)
Creative Works related FAQ's:
Q: How long have you been creating for? A: Oh gosh, Since I was in middle school where I first started Roleplaying. That was uuuh Y2K! I didn't start writing and drawing seriously til then.
Q: Do you take commissions (writing/drawing)? A: I've attempted to do this in the past when people have expressed that they would be interested and all that interest dried up as soon as I opened commissions. My prices were not unreasonable but It unfortunately wounded my desire to offer. That was years ago though so maybe I will again in the future.
Q: Can I ask for ideas for my own story? A: Of course! Nothing makes me happier than people wanting to pick my brain for inspiration. I don't want you to come to me for too many ideas though as the whole creative process is what makes the story yours. Just please don't expect me to read the final product of your work. I am extremely terrible at getting around to reading people's stories and I feel really bad getting asked if I've read 'X' story yet and informing that I haven't.
Q: Have you heard of/read 'X' by "Author YZ"? A: 50% chance I've heard of it/them. 99% likely I have not read it.
Q: Why do you not like reading other peoples works? A: It's not that I don't like reading other people's works. I used to be a voracious reader thanks to my grandmother always buying me books instead of toys as a kid. But as I got older and started to create worlds myself I started reading less. While I don't hate reading and I'm all for supporting my fellow authors/writers/creatives, I for some reason just can't process their words in my head properly and it ends up causing me frustration. I love hearing about what people create though so I'd totally be able to read a summary of your work! Q: I love your stories! Can I create fanart? A: Oh yes please! I love seeing fan art of the blorbos. You can even slap them in situations with your own OC's. Just please be sure to give a shout out to where my babies come from and @ me so I can see! Q: Can I write you a gift? A: Sure, but please be patient with me when it comes to reading it. Like previously mentioned its very hard for my brain to process the works of others and I will have a very difficult time being able to establish your depictions correctly. Please know though that I really do appreciate it!
More Serious FAQ's about Interacting with me:
Q: What age groups will you accept consistent social interactions with? A: Forgive me but, 25+ please. In the past I was willing to befriend all age groups but its become clear to me this was probably not the greatest idea as there are just way too many generational differences between a Millennial and those born after. Be aware this is NOT a hard DNI but please do not expect us to become the best of friends super quickly. ૮◞ ‸ ◟ ა
Q: Why are you lumping under 25 yr old's with the 18-21 yr old and minors? A: It's not a general issue I have with them but as previously mentioned the generational gap tends to be a huge factor. Things I grew up being able to do with no restraints are now unfortunately ingrained in younger generations to be more forbidden I guess is a good choice of term. (As an example of how things are different: the amount of wandering around for miles for several hours at a time I used to do and my parents not worrying where I am or what I was doing). It's not their fault but it's just a sign that things can change in the world and I've been around long enough to see it actually changes very quickly. Also due to unfortunate events in middle school (2001) my mentality and ability to BE a properly functioning adult was stunted and I cannot handle certain situations the way they should be handled. I am not someone you should rely on when you "need an adult" because sometimes I need one as well. With that in mind, I know not all in these age groups are the same. Q: Will you ever lift the circumstances of the previous 2 questions? A: Probably. Very few people in this age group that I know actually don't cause much issue but there are some I've encountered that unfortunately don't know how to handle certain situations with the care, compassion, and awareness of the feelings of those they interact with.
Q: Do you actually want people to tell you what they don't like about what you do/when you say something they don't like? A: Absolutely. Like previously stated my mentality and brain functions were stunted due to an incident in 2001 and that includes my ability to perceive if I've done something wrong or offended someone. The last thing I EVER want is to upset/offend/creep people out. If I ever do this please don't stay silent about it, I am never fully aware that I do these things myself. I will never lash out about your concerns. I may regress and not talk for a bit but that's because I'm upset with myself for not being able to see these things on my own. Q: Why are you like this? A: Everyone is different, I am no exception. I had undiagnosed BPD for 20 years and was recently reminded that I was diagnosed in an official capacity just last year. I also want to protect myself as well as those I interact with by being forward about aspects of my personality. Unfortunately sometimes people don't remember this and they end up hurting me or I end up hurting them. I don't hate any one but it's unfortunately hard to tell how someone will react to me when I have an episode unless it happens. Even if your opinion of me is negative you can send me an anon if there's something I'm doing that bothers you. Depending how you address it though will determine if I respond to it or not. Disclaimer #1: I do NOT support hate campaigns. I've had issues with people in the past and they've had issues with me but I won't support people deciding they need to defend my "honor" by approaching people I've decided to part ways with. You can tell me if someone's trying to drag me through the mud but I will not engage in similar tactics. It's honestly unfortunate people can't let things go but I do my best to be a good person no matter how badly someone's hurt me in the past. My opinions of people are my own and should not be used to form your own opinions. Disclaimer #2: Please try not to instantly become my friend. Friendships take time and in the past I've moved into friendships way too quickly and it never worked out well for any involved. Please take the time to get to know me. Disclaimer #3: I have an extremely difficult time putting into words my exact feelings and thoughts during high emotional periods so I end up messing up my approach to be understood. I will do my best to try to clear things up so please inquire about the intentions of my words and I will either confirm or deny the intentions. Disclaimer #4: PLEASE do NOT take my posts labeled with #RavijMood and vent as a sign of the end times. These posts end up getting deleted when my moody period passes and are NOT meant to be taken in a way that I am 'throwing in the towel'. Like anyone, my emotional periods are simply my brain being a moron and the posts with these tags are a means to get that frustration out, for me to walk away, come back, and go "Wow I was a dumb ass -delete post-" This is why I ask you to block the tag if you don't want to see it.