TVXQ is Love

TVXQ (Yunho & Changmin) and rocker Jaejoong fan. Nowadays into staten island vampires, ineffable husbands, and gentleman pirates. @rosefairyy on twitter

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Our OFMD Cosplay attempt

Photoshopped ourselves on the sets! The Revenge and the beach, lol.

Living the bad boy life.

aaand a photoshopped beard!

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Ed Teach + tied-up hair

OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH

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OFMD Releasing the Kraken in S1 versus S2

They used Swede's siren song from the fuckery in first season to show how the murderous Kraken (Blackbeard) came back in the second season. It was a great touch.

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Let's raise our glasses to Izzy and OFMD creators

I just have to get it off my chest, I understand Izzy's death came as a shock and very upsetting event for many, and a lot of people are going on and on about how he deserved a better fate and how he was not just some tool to serve someone else's story. Please try to calm down and see the bigger picture. 

It is now clear that he was always meant to die. It was foreshadowed in the first minute of the second season, a ridiculous, villain's death. Being the symbolic obstacle to Stede and Ed's happiness. 

Of course that was the wrong way for him to go. When he confessed to his crush Blackbeard he got shot by him, almost died, begged to be killed, and then he even tried to kill himself. Still didn't work. It wasn’t his time yet and that was the wrong way for him to go. When he learned that he was loved and cared for after all, just not in the way he expected, he changed. He became positive, he became forgiving. Then he stopped being miserable he started genuinely wishing for the happiness of others as well, instead of being bitter about it. His death might not have a point but his life did. He had the crew's and Ed's and even Stede's back, and they knew it. As David Jenkins stated, he played the role of a wise mentor that was passing along his life experiences to others. Then it was his time. Also, as foreshadowed, he symbolically took away Blackbeard, and opened a way for Stede and Ed as well.

A happy ending is not only walking off to sunset with a lover, taking up a new job or walking into a house of your family and petting your dog before you close the door. A good death, and a life well-lived is a happy ending. Leaving behind people that loved you is a happy ending. This was a happy ending for him. 

He lived the way he wanted, as a pirate, an infamous one that has received respect and recognition. Then he resolved the parts of his life that became problematic and toxic, he repaired the relationships

that was broken, he forgave the people he needed to forgive. After going through hell, he was basically a bubble of positivity, going around giving solid advices, encouraging people and partying. He was done. He gave the best damn speech of his life at a bar like giving his own eulogy and it was awesome. He died at the arms of the person he loved the most. 

Yes he could have had more, everyone that ever died could have had more. But he died gracefully and complete, surrounded by people he loved and cared about, knowing that they will be fine. That was his story. I am sad that he died, but he died beautifully, best you can hope for in a pirate life. And he will live on, in the hearts of the people he touched by his existence. 

Finally, never harass the creators. It is their hard work that gave us Izzy in the first place. Trust their creative process, and afterwards take it or leave it, do not harass them and try to put them in a box of your personal demands. If so, what kind of 3rd season can we even expect?

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Somehow Blackbeard is the best kind of boyfriend

I mean he is supportive, protective, doesn't get jealous, is there for you emotionally... List goes on.

OKAY I know he is sorta insane, I know he is a loose cannon sometimes and I also am still hyping about the fact that our boy was "well and truly docked." so maybe my brain isn't entirely in a position to make reasonable assessment on this couple but I really wanted to give credit where it's due.

In episodes 6&7

● His first instinct was to protect Stede from physical harm when they were raided.

●He later tried to protect Stede from making a rush decision about executing a man, worrying about what that might do to him mentally, then even though he didn't agree with this decision he went to his room to get him through it (and got laid! High fives all around ehehhehe)

Up to now it was expected but then when Stede became the new hotshot in town, people surrounding and ogling him all over the place, what did he do? He didn't get jealous, he didn't sulk in a corner because he was set aside or unrecognized at times, he just simply accepted that it was Stede's turn to enjoy some glory and fame.

He gave him solid advices about good and bad kind of attention, about fans, about haters, about paparazzi and he literally stepped aside and told him to enjoy it.

He meant this support genuinely. Even though he did end up sulking in a corner eventually it wasn't menace or jealousy, it was because as much as he was happy for Stede he was worried about if Stede let all these get to his head what would happen to him or to their future.

Ever since they met, Edward was trying to change something in his life and find new meaning, as well as figure out who he really is. He tried to quit piracy or his identity multiple times. He was right to recognize that current infamous pirate Stede Bonnet would track back any improvement he managed to do on himself.

Still hoping they will find a common way of course.

Izzy was a jewel btw

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OFMD spoiler: List of fan favorite moments that made a come back in the new season

I have been cheering every time something I liked was referenced again this season, like a love-letter to fandom. So I made a list to remember. (These are until end of S2 episode 5)

We talk it through, as a crew.

You wear fine things well.

Erotic stabbing.

You absolute ffffucking twat.

Wooden puppet demon that thirsts for life. (Do the voices!)

Stede: That's what I always say, don't I say that? (gets shut down)

Roach: I made you a sandwich. (gets thrown in someone's face)

Fang: s1: Fingies s2: Fishies

Frenchie s1: Bottle it up? s2: Lock in a box

Stede (s1: gets stabbed s2: gets headbutted): Did you mean to do that?

Edward role-playing s1: Restaurant owner s2: Inn owner

Please add anything I forgot!

Update1:

Frenchie using knives between his fingers (cats have knives in their feet)

Cat flag

Stede calling Ed a "nut" for getting himself damaged

Ed hating on nature (kicking around)

Stede & Ed leaving a dinner party after triggering people to set it on fire

Update2:

Jeff (the accountant, the inn owner)

I'm (Jim) / You're (Stede) not a fucking mermaid!

s1: only retirement for pirates is death. s2: Edward retired.

Lucius is given whittled pieces (s1 finger by B. Pete, s2 shark by Izzy)

Nose Jar

Doggy heaven

Red handkerchief (Ed: This old thing?) Red shirt (Stede: This new thing?)

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David Jenkins sir, you somehow just became my favorite romance writer after Jane Austen.

I mean, like why is this so good? It is hilarious yet there are sweet relationships, and heartbreaks, there is betrayal, misunderstandings, yet no matter how traumatized or neurodivergent they are at the end they bare their souls to each other and try to talk and live their truth. I can't with this show.

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Sister and I, watching disney, have decided the fairy godmother miracles are just Aziraphale antics turned into fairy tales over the years Bibbidi bobbidi tickety-boo~

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Contains OFMD s2 spoilers!

Rant about Edward's mental breakdown

I just wanted to remark that even though we all observe the changes Edward is going through after he had been abandoned by Stede and sort of pushed by Izzy to succumb into this new Blackbeard persona he based on all the horrifying tales people told about him, we don't talk enough about how this was all just him feeling unloved and unlovable, and trying to prove that in the worst way possible.

He already partially admitted to that when Calico Jack showed up, telling Stede that he knew he would always figure out who he really was and leave him, because he thinks his worst is the real him. But mild and emotionally expressive Edward, or looking up to upperclassmen and wanting to fit in Edward is real him as much the umm.. naughty one?

In the last bits when he was basically torturing his crew and doing so many mindless raids and hurting countless strangers it seemed like he was testing the point they would snap. We observed well that in pirate culture when you act out of line and don't put your crew's needs first, they commit mutiny immediately. That's why no matter how intimidating Izzy tried to be they didn't listen to him for a second and they overthrown him immediately. But Edward bonded with these guys, was vulnerable in front of them, he had their respect, and sympathy after Stede left. He is a scary dude too but it was the positive bond and love they had that was really stopping people from rising against him, hoping that it would pass.

So as a depressed person who felt unworthy of being alive or loved he chose the self-fulfilling prophecy road, he did the worst stuff he can think of, and observed the point they would snap and finally rise against him, proving to himself how bad he really is. So even though it still is a psychological problem, he was not entirely insane, he knew what he was doing. I don't know what this means about him being forgivable or not.

Can't help feeling like he is my poor little meow meow still.

Note: I posted this on reddit earlier but removed cuz of spoilers lol.

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The date of the newspaper at the exhibit JJ went to is February 6, 1977 hahaha THAT is why Jaejoong noticed and posted it lol

This makes the 4th time he’s mentioned or posted about February 6th 😏 we get it JJ, we like Yunho’s birthday too ;D

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Nathan Chen becomes first figure skater ever to land five quads in a free skate & shatters American records while winning his first U.S. title 

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Divinity in Motion 

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Falling down with style: Hanyu Yuzuru edition

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Ask blog is now open!

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So beautiful TT

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“Once we performed with TVXQ in japan, TVXQ’s popularity is no joke, and later we felt like we were involved as a guest on TVXQ concert.” - B2ST “Dong Bang Shin Ki is our role model. We think that Dong Bang Shin Ki is the best idol. We learn a lot of things from them.” - In Jun (DGNA) “TVXQ is like a giant mountain that casts a giant shadow, and rather than crossing over that mountain, I wish that our group would be right behind them.” - Hyonmin (DGNA) “All of us watched TVXQ as we grew up, and have had the dream to become singers some day. TVXQ is more than just an idol group.We don’t know if we’ll be able to sing and dance like them. Whenever we see them, we realize that we have a long way until we can try to be close to them.” - Jay (DGNA) ”It is all thanks to our seniors TVXQ that we’re getting so much love from Japan. It should be known that TVXQ changed the Japanese perception of Korean idol groups and because of this, it has become easier to debut in Japan because the people there now pay more attention to K-pop.” - Supernova "When I dreamt about becoming a singer, I always wanted to make my debut overseas just like our senior singers Rain and TVXQ. They worked really hard overseas and I wanted to follow their footsteps." - Hoya (Infinite) "I want to first start off by saying thank you to the senior singers who have made their debut in the country and have led the way for us. I heard of how TVXQ had a hard time performing in the country at first but because they did such a great job, we were able to successfully wrap up our showcase." - Woohyun (Infinite) "It’s not because of the song. I think, Singer should sing well, They (DBSK) sing well. ” - Youngmin (Boyfriend) "We all like TVXQ and Bigbang" - NU’EST ”I like the powerful stages by seniors TVXQ, they are full of energy. We should hope to showcase such powerful images.” - Baekho (NU’EST) [Q: who’s your fav artist?] “DBSK. If you ask why? Because It’s DBSK.” - JR (NU’EST) ”DBSK sunbaenim is the best. They’re no longer an Idol Star, But I really enjoy sunbaenim’s songs when I’m doing my activities.” - Aron (NU’EST) "When I was younger, I wasn’t really in the know about idols or singers, but the first idol group I ever got into was TVXQ. Out of the five members, I liked Yunho sunbae the most. He was just so charismatic and I respected his unconditional care and leadership.” - Chanyeol (EXO) "After watching TVXQ’s performances and hearing their songs, I was very touched."  "TVXQ has always chased after different music styles, and their members all have very strong talents. Seeing TVXQ’s music and stage makes me feel touched, and they’re a very good influence on us. We’ve also started promoting in Japan, and compared to TVXQ sunbaes, we still have to secure a place. We all like TVXQ very much. We hope this time we’ll use the chance to become more intimate with the members." - Taeyang (Bigbang) "I’ve learnt a lot from Dong Bang Shin Ki-hyung, I also registered in Junsu hyung’s fan cafe and post lots of news and photos." "I’ve bought Dong Bang Shin Ki‘s CD and every time I listen to their songs I feel very good." "DBSK are a very idol group that everyone adores."  - Seungri (Bigbang) "I admired them (DBSK) because they’d survived in a different country with different cultures." "Because we’re in different genres, I’ve never seen them as a competitor. TVXQ is our respected sunbae. Their vocal skills are strong, and we’ve studied much of their performances and choreography. I’ve watched them stay determined to push themselves forward. They really are the perfect sunbaes.”  - GDragon (Bigbang) "I’ve been to Japan. TVXQ’s popularity is even more extreme than we can imagine.” - Daesung (Bigbang) ”TVXQ sunbaes are very modest. Although they’ve already become Asia’s top idol group, we respect the humbleness they display at all times.” - FT Island “There are many groups coming out these days, and a lot of them look really good. TVXQ stands out among these groups.” Dongwan (SHINHWA) “Back then, when we (Shinhwa) all gathered and saw TVXQ, ‘Those fellows are so cool. It’s frightening.’ We never have the same thought like this before. We all acknowledge TVXQ’s powerful song performance is really scary.” - Andy (SHINHWA) “We admire TVXQ, who has been able to successfully make a place for themselves in Japan.” - Super Junior "Watching DBSK and Super Junior brought me up to be a singer.." - Zelo BAP  "When it comes to music, their passion is so intense that they’re like different people, and that’s what we admire." - Jessica Tiffany SNSD  "Although they (DBSK) are already top stars, their personality is still very good." - Kangta  "Out of all our sunbaes, TVXQ doesn’t hold back, they’ve done very well." - Jonghyun (SHINee) ”They’re still the strongest group in Asia, can never be replaced because they’re just too good.” - Alexander (U-Kiss)

“I’ve looked up to TVXQ since before I joined the company. I met then two weeks after I became a trainee during their ‘Mirotic’ activities. My heart was racing and it was an electrifying moment for me.” “At first, I couldn’t even speak. Though I’ve made my debut, I still feel nervous when I meet U-Know Yunho and Max Changmin. I still feel like just another fan.” - Xiumin (EXO)

“TVXQ are the seniors we wish to emulate and the embodiment of the goal we should strive to attain. TVXQ are able to fill up an entire stage with their presence alone, even though there’s just two people. We barely fill up a stage with 12 people.” - Baekyun (EXO)

"When I was in 4th to 5th grade in elementary school, I liked TVXQ." - Youngjae (B.A.P)

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