The Almighty Yoshi Lord!

Just another typical nerd! Sideblog for Yoshi-G-teh-First, this is where I post my cosplay photos, fanart, fanfiction, and more!

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So this is the schedule I had thought up for this blog.

Monday: Cosplay/Sewing/Crafting

Wednesday: Games, Anime, Movies, and other TV shows

Friday: Books, Fanfiction, Manga

Sounds good, right?

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Happy Birthday

Atsushi Nakajima (5th May)

Bungou Stray Dogs

[theunknownpoetssociety]

friendly reminder to all writers out there:

you don't have to write your story in order!!

you wanna write the big battle scene right now? go ahead. you wanna write the love confession because you can't get it out of your head? have at it.

i know first hand that the transition scenes to get where you need to go feel like they take up so much mental, emotion, and sometimes physical space so if you need to take a break and write another scene before writing the connecting scene, do it!!!

and if you just have writers block in general and can't get the twist in order, take a break, go on tumblr, pinterest, google, or any search engine, really, and look up writing prompts to get back in the swing to slowly transition yourself back to what you need to write

good luck!

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Otakon 2025 Pics, part three!

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Otakon 2025 pics, Part 2

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Otakon 2025 Pics, Part 1

[luna-azzurra]

Character Fears

abandonment / aging / betrayal / blood / change / clowns / commitment / confrontation / crowds / death / disease / embarrassment / failure / heights / insects / intimacy / isolation / judgment / loneliness / loss / making mistakes / pain / poverty / public speaking / rejection / responsibility / ridicule / snakes / spiders / the dark / the unknown / vulnerability / war / water / weakness / work

[luna-azzurra]

Dialogue Prompts for Mystery/Thriller

"There’s something you're not telling me."

"Who are you really?"

"I found the clues you were hiding."

"What are you afraid of?"

"You’re not safe here."

"I have a bad feeling about this."

"This isn’t adding up."

"You’ve been lying to me all along."

"What’s behind that door?"

"We need to leave, now."

[luna-azzurra]

Some questions that can help you develop your OC‘s perspective and experiences in "Love & Relationships"

How does your character view the idea of romantic love?

What was your character's first heartbreak, and how did it influence their approach to relationships?

Does your character believe in soulmates, and why or why not?

What traits does your character find most attractive in others?

What does your character fear most in a relationship?

How does your character handle jealousy or insecurity in relationships?

What past relationship still impacts your character's current life?

How does your character show love and affection?

What significant change has your character experienced in their understanding of love?

What sacrifices has your character made for love, and were they worth it?

How does your character's cultural or familial background influence their views on marriage and relationships?

Does your character have a relationship that everyone else misunderstands?

How does your character handle rejection or unrequited love?

What lesson about love is your character still trying to learn?

How has your character's professional life affected their romantic relationships?

[luna-azzurra]

Don‘t Give Up My Dear Writer

Writing is a skill and like any other skill, it takes practice to improve. Set aside time each day or week to write, even if it's just for a short time.

Reading is essential for improving your writing. Read widely in different genres and styles, and pay attention to how writers structure their sentences, develop characters, and create plots.

Don't be afraid to try writing in different styles and genres. Experimenting can help you find your voice and develop your skills.

Write about topics that you are passionate about. When you write about things that interest you, your writing will be more authentic and engaging.

No writer gets it perfect on the first draft. Take time to edit and revise your work. You'll be surprised how much your writing can improve with a few rounds of editing.

Share your work with others and get feedback. This can be invaluable for improving your writing and gaining new perspectives.

Writing can be frustrating and challenging at times, but don't give up. Keep writing, keep learning, and keep improving.

[luna-azzurra]

Two Types of Love

Eros 💕

Eros is that fiery, passionate love that sweeps you off your feet. It’s the kind of love that makes your heart pound and your palms sweat, where every touch feels electric, and every glance sends a thrill down your spine. Eros is often what we feel at the beginning of a romantic relationship, when everything is fresh and exhilarating, filled with a burning desire and intense physical attraction. It's the love that makes you stay up all night just thinking about the person who has captured your heart, dreaming about the next time you’ll be together. Eros is intoxicating and all-consuming, making you feel alive in ways you never thought possible.

Philia 🤝

Philia is the deep, soulful love between friends. It's not about passion or romance but about a genuine bond that forms through shared experiences and mutual respect. This is the love that grows when you laugh together, cry together, and support each other through thick and thin. It’s the comforting feeling of knowing there’s someone who understands you, who gets your jokes, and who will be there no matter what. Philia is built on trust and loyalty, the kind of love where you don’t have to say anything, and yet, you feel completely understood.

[luna-azzurra]

If you write a fearless hero, let them feel afraid.

If you write a confident leader, let them doubt themselves.

If you write a rebellious teen, let them follow the rules, just once.

If you write a wise mentor, let them be wrong.

If you write an independent loner, let them need someone.

[luna-azzurra]

hello! I don't know if you've done something like this already, but do you have any tips on writing inner conflict in a character, specifically doing something that goes against their values but could help a lot of people? Thanks!

When you're writing about a character experiencing inner conflict, especially when they're about to do something that clashes with their values, it’s all about digging deep into the emotional tension. Imagine a moment where your character feels pulled in two directions. They know what’s right in their heart, but something (or someone) is pushing them to act against it. That’s the sweet spot for inner conflict.

To make this really hit, start by showing your character’s core beliefs early on. What do they stand for? What’s important to them? That way, when they have to make a choice that goes against those beliefs, it feels like a big deal, both to the character and the reader.

Then, focus on their internal struggle. Get inside their head. Show their thoughts racing, maybe even contradicting themselves. One moment they might justify the choice, telling themselves it's necessary, but in the next breath, guilt or doubt creeps in. This back-and-forth builds tension and makes readers feel that tug of war inside the character.

You also want to make sure their external actions don’t always line up with what’s going on in their head. Maybe they’re putting on a brave face, trying to convince others or even themselves, that they’re fine with what they’re doing. But in private, that inner turmoil eats away at them, whether through sleepless nights, regret, or self-loathing.

Just Give the consequences weight. Whether your character goes through with the action or not, let it change them. Inner conflict should have lasting effects. Maybe they question who they are, or maybe they try to bury the guilt. Either way, that decision should stick with them, shaping future choices and how they see themselves. The more you make them feel the consequences, the more your readers will, too.

[luna-azzurra]

Just two things:

What are some body language for a small sickness, such a cold?

And what is the body language for a much bigger sickness, such as a really bad fever?

When someone has a small sickness like a cold, their body language can be subtle but still easy to spot if you're paying attention. They might be a little more slouched than usual, like their body is tired even if they’re trying to act normal. They’ll sniffle a lot, maybe rubbing their nose or using tissues constantly. There’s also this thing where they’ll keep swallowing, like their throat is scratchy. You might notice them shivering slightly, like they’re cold even if it's not that chilly. And their eyes? They can look watery or just a bit out of focus, like they’re struggling to keep up with everything going on. Now, when someone has a much bigger sickness, like a really bad fever, their body language changes a lot more. They’ll look exhausted, like every movement takes too much energy. You might see them constantly touching their forehead, trying to check their own temperature or rubbing their head because they have a pounding headache. They’ll move slower, almost like they're weighed down, and sometimes they’ll clutch their stomach or chest, as if it hurts to breathe or even stand. Their skin could be pale or flushed, depending on how bad the fever is, and you’ll definitely notice their eyes, they’ll look heavy, almost like they’re burning or barely staying open. And when they talk, it’s quieter, sometimes raspy or uneven because they’re struggling to get their words out without feeling worse.

In short, a cold can make someone seem just a little off, but with a serious fever, it's like their body is fighting a battle, and you can see it in every small, exhausted gesture.

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🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈PRIDE THEMED OC ASK GAME🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Bc I wanted one and didn't find it so. Here

[Send ask aimed at a specific character]

1. What's your oc's gender identity? What's their relationship to their gender?

2. What's your oc's orientation? (Romantic/sexual/platonic alterous ect) Do they have opinions about it?

3. How did your oc discover themself? Did something cause them to question, or did they always know?

4. Is your oc's environment supportive about their identity? How does this impact them?

5. How did you figure out your oc's identity?

6. How does your oc feel about labels? Theirs, or in general?

7. Is there something that could cause your oc to question their identity? What?

8. Have they had struggles with their identity, be it due to internal or external reasons?

9. Are there cultural or lore specific aspects to their identity? If applicable, does their species affect it?

10. Does your oc celebrate Pride? How?

11. Is your oc open about their identity? Are they more lowkey or more blunt about it? Why or why not?

12. Does/did your oc ever wish they could change the way they are? Why? If it's in the past, how did they get over the feeling? (this can be about internalized homo/transphobia)

13. Would your oc be open to a poly relationship? Why or why not?

[Not aimed at a specific character] / [Aimed at creator]

14. Do you have ocs on the aro or ace spectrum?

15. Do any of your ocs use neopronouns? Which ones?

16. Did you ever change an oc's identity when they were already established? Why?

17. Do you share identity with any of your ocs? Which ones?

18. Do you prefer to give your ocs specific labels, or keep it unspecified? Why? If applicable, do you change their labels depending on circumstance?

19. Do you have preferences about depicting homo/transphobia in your stories? What, and why? Does it vary by story?

20. Have your ocs helped you in self discovery? How?

21. Free ramble card wee

[luna-azzurra]

Forced Proximity Prompt

A: "You seriously need to move over. You're, like, taking up the entire seat."

B: "Where exactly do you expect me to go? We're stuck in this tiny space."

(A shuffles closer, their leg brushing against B’s.)

A: "Fine. I’ll just squish in here."

B: (heart pounding, avoiding eye contact) "Yeah, just… stay on your side. Don’t make it weird."

[luna-azzurra]

Writing Trust Issues Tension

One keeps asking, “Are you sure?” and “What about…?” because they just can’t believe the other person.

Every little thing the other person says or does is met with suspicion, like, “Why are you really doing this?”

They start to open up, then stop, because they’re not sure if they can trust the other person yet.

One keeps asking for reassurance, like, “You wouldn’t lie to me, right?” but it’s clear they’re not convinced.

A tiny mistake or secret gets blown way out of proportion because the trust was already shaky.