i saw her skin and was like wait . i should draw this .. anyways i love her dearly. please bring back her girlfriend shes not stable without her (i actually kept getting emotional over how she wanted to avenge pearl 😭😭😭)
the fact that pearl was the emo one out of the group and when she died, gem became the most emo.
anyways small doodle of gem because i was watching scar's pov and saw their outfits and HAD to draw it. although i didnt notice the red make up so ill probably redraw it again later
returning from twitter just to make my words known on this small account i have. saying some words about melnem and stuff. so obvious spoilers down below
melnem isnt toxic at all and any mention of it (in a serious way) mentioning that its toxic revolves from the lack of complicated wlw characters in mainstream media. its strained at best and complicated, but since no one tends to care for in-depth characters that are both women and sapphic there tends to be a lot of fetishization of sapphic relationships. and if it isnt joyous and whimsy, many disregard the ship and mark it as toxic. for example: the discussion with caitvi.
nemesis is introduced to be a rival and a character that obviously dislikes you for the circumstances you are put in. nemesis and melinoe are not mutually in a relationship, it a rivalry and one filled with miscommunication about their environment. as they grow, melinoe understands why nemesis hates you so much. she was removed from what her role is, retribution. she has a lack of control over her environment and with no outlet she gives it to mel. and thankfully, mel is both oblivious and understanding to the conditions nemesis is put through.
as the bonds grow, nemesis apologizes for her rude comments, but keeps her blunt and motivating demeanor so melinoe continues. she gives her voice to mel so she can be her own self, not a weapon she was raised to be. gives her chances to outlet her emotions, use them for good and use them for what she cant control anymore. nemesis refuses to let melinoe become a weapon any longer and gives her a drive to continue for herself, her own reasons.
many take nemesis’s tone the wrong way and makes it out to be an emotionally + physically abusive figure when in reality, thats how she works as a character. shes there to push you as a game mechanic. and melinoe doesnt seem to mind, making snark comments and appreciation.
with the newest update regarding the romance, melinoe continues to push past nemesis’s boundaries because she knows there’s more below her rough skin. and that there is, theres a soft spot for mel. she cant stop thinking about her. and when you finally get that last romance scene, she admits she has more stronger feelings for you, in a soft manner. melinoe recites this, agreeing. even after, nem continues to say she wants to do more; but asking mel if she regrets it. hastily disagreeing.
these two understand each other in their own ways that dont overstep boundaries. nemesis Can be rude and disrespectful if she wants to. but the more you gift her nectar and the more you talk to Other characters, she shows she likes you. but simply, in her own ways. and too many people take that way in the wrong direction.
melnem is arguably the best written ship in the game with their chemistry but too many people take it the wrong way by marking it as toxic. its complicated, and thats the representation i like as a lesbian. i like complicated ships to show how deep they could be despite the gender. and the positions they are in do so much to spark their relationship.
so I've created my own OC Replika model because I haven't been able to stop thinking about her
Meet your new doctor, Turmfalke, or Kestrel! They are here to make sure everyone is healthy, calm, and able to continue working for the Nation. Just try to not make their job harder than it already is...
Overview transcript and extra yapping below for those interested 👇
A model created with the health and well-being of the Eusan Nation in mind. These kind and diligent Replikas can perform a variety of medical tasks requiring a moderate level of specialization; they work primarily as paramedics, general physicians, or surgeons. A rudimentary Bioresonance module allows them to accurately assess their patients' emotional state, which makes them viable therapists as well. Capable of treating both Gestalts and Replikas, they are frequently chosen as heads of medical staff in remote facilities.
Turmfalkes will fight only as a last resort, however they make invaluable combat medics. Military variants sport additional bullet-resistant armor plating to increase their survivability in the field and allow them to safely provide aid to soldiers of the Nation.
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The extra yapping part, aka the unofficial Replika Known Issues:
They are specifically made to appear friendly and non-threatening to be a comforting presence to their patients and coworkers, hence their small stature and a gentle disposition. They can get snappy if irritated or tense, but they prefer to avoid confrontation and just be allowed to do their job
Typically placed in charge of the facility's cadre of Eule nurses, which is required for a Turmfalke unit to remain stable and work efficiently. The Eules serve as assistants and companions to them and they tend to bond strongly with each other. Occasionally they might get attached just as strongly to units of other models, too (and holds hands and kiss.... and they're both girls)
Multiple UMFR units can be employed together and even cooperate if the situation demands it, but they have a tendency to 'fight' for the leadership position and devolve into heated discussions with each other (and get nothing done, not very profitable is it?). They work surprisingly well with Gestalt medical staff, however, which allows them to work in large hospitals or rehab centers as well.
While wholly dedicated to their work, they are particularly susceptible to stress and instability/damage that comes with it, therefore must be consistently provided with ways to lower it. Aside from allowing them the company of their cadre, ample personal space in dorms and comfort items (as requested by the specific unit) are advised to keep their stress low long-term
They enjoy doing various paper crafts, napping whenever possible, and reading books about nature
they're short. please put a stepladder in their office
If you've read this far, thank you and I hope you like them <3
I want to post more of her and start working on a proper story & specific characters i want it to focus on so keep an eye out if you're interested in seeing more !!
If you'd like to talk about Signalis ocs with me I am also open to that... blinks cutely
Monster Hunter is great because most of the time, there's at least a pseudoscientific explanation for how this monkey can breathe fire. And then there's the Elder Dragons. Even the scientists in the Monster Hunter world are like "we have no idea what this is or how it functions." Imagine if real animals were like that.
"Ah yes, this is the Giant Anteater. It has large powerful claws and a long flexible tongue to assist it in hunting ants and termites. And this is the Orbital Deathdrake; it summons meteors sometimes and we're still not sure why or how."
im not the biggest melris shipper (melnem fan lol) but i like catering to other ships because were all begging at SGG's feet for the next major update lmao. using my hc version of eris
What they don’t tell you about speaking multiple languages is that your brain does not in fact have a box labeled Spanish and another one labeled German. Instead it has a box labeled “Not English” and sometimes when you’re talking or writing in one of the languages you speak it will just start pulling random words from that box.
I'm only saying this for your sake, but objectively, it's not a smart idea to bring politics into normal hobbies. You might lose supporters of your blog just because of your political stance, and that would be terrible since you're so amazing!! It's only a suggestion, but I really reccomend not bringing politics into anything.
usnavi rambles about melnem instead of drawing oops
i think itll always be in my head that melnem is a very under appreciated ship within the game. not unpopular, just under appreciated.
its pretty insane how the romance in the early access version of the game is practically nonexistent but their bond is so thick you can cut it with a knife. but so many take their ship as toxic yuri that it kinda ... ruins the point of their relationship.
nemesis doesnt hate melinoe for what she is, she hates what she does. she doesnt deserve any of her treatment of being a weapon and giving revenge for something that she has little to no emotional connection to. sure her family was taken away from her but, wheres the bond? wheres the memory? theres practically none, even when she meets up with hades in tartarus she doesnt really talk like hes a father to her. just like any other person in her path ... and thats what nem hates. she doesnt deserve to be put through literal hell to do something she was made to do. retribution should do it, nemesis should do it. she has motivation, but she was tasked to be a guard post. doing nothing. a daughter taken from her mother, her brother(s).
she voices her frustration at mel because its the one thing she can do, its a venting thing. and thankfully mel acknowledges that it is her venting out her emotions (or its just the autism and she forgets to takes it personally idk) and tries to help. but nem doesnt like help, she thinks she has to do stuff by herself all the time. but overtime when mel breaks that armor (gET IT) she slooowly shows parts of her care towards mel. giving her things in the nights, saying she prayed for her safety. this isnt just normal relationship stuff!! this is romance!! but in their own way!
even when mel has never been able to emotionally breakdown, nem is there to be that motivation.
my biggest hope is obviously them being the canon couple in the game. but also just . give me the two being vulnerable. i want nem laughing, i want mel crying. i want them to study each other's emotions. build on each other. be each other's comforts. look man i can be that next guy who wants that fade to black in mel's tent where they make out but you know what i also want? a god damn giggle from nem. a sob from mel. these two never been able to show each other emotion. let them show that. please. theres so much with this ship and people sweep it under the rug!! so please super giant games. you have the chance to do something really cool for a wlw couple. and its to give them depth.
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