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I saw that you did mention you picked up the manga!! I was so happy :) I’d love to hear what volume/part you left off on. When I first saw those Grimore editions, my jaw dropped. So stunning and beautifully designed. How wonderful it must be to have those displayed on a bookshelf! I hope they find a home on your shelves, my friend. And yes!! Tetia!! From where I'm currently at, all the girls have had their backgrounds/arc’s… except for Tetia… I won’t say anything but I do feel it coming up and I do wonder if that’s the topic they’ll explore with her because if so… I'm going to be gagged and experience a whole range of emotions. Btw, Did you know that WHA has a cooking spin-off manga? Whenever I'm in a bookstore, I like to give it a quick read through to sedate my heart :)

Okay my friend… I love delicious in dungeon a.k.a dungeonmeshi! This series is very “cozy” to me. That isn't exactly the right word but I don't know how to explain it. I love the diversity of the art, the thought that went into designing all the races and history behind them, the complexity of all the characters you meet, the world building, the tone + tone shift, the balance between humor and seriousness, and the flaws/issues the characters have. It just feels so alive(?). I first heard of this story when I was in the 9th grade. I didn't read it then but I heard it from this artist who adored it. They made this fanbook for a oc x chara and I bought it. Thinking back on it now, I could feel the influence it had on them. It had that same “liveliness” and “warmth” to it. I think that’s the word? Like a nice simmering warm soup? I do associate this series with “Fall”. Maybe because of all the food and color choices? Anyways. I love Falin ← she hardly appears but she’s felt throughout the series. They gave this flashback of her, which will always stick in my mind, it gave me that initial interest in her. Throughout the flashbacks & scenes with her, I loved her more and more. I wished I could have seen her more in the group's current dynamics. Speaking of that, I love this group <<333 Each and every last one of them are so great <3333 I love the cooking segments, their reactions are so funny <3 I collected it during my first year of college and lo and behold! A few years later, an anime was announced! So, if you're interested, please check it out!! :)

Now… Skip and Loafer. It’s a slice of life w/ juuuuust a hint of romance. I think I got into it around my last year of high school. When I first read it, I pegged it to be a shoujo type story, a linear romance with drama in between. I heard many good things though, so I wanted to give it a try. It was a lot more than that. I like it because the relationships (all kinds) feel very realistic and showing the comforts that bonds with others can give to you. The way you can peg a character with an archetype and watch them expand beyond that and have complexities hidden underneath. The romance isn't in the front and center, opting for a more slow burn, taking its time to unfold. I love our dear protag, Mitsumi, our country girl navigating the city life, both in physical location and the social part of it. I'm rooting for her :) It’s fun. :) Seeing messy relations, how they can clash and affect you, how they can help you grow and overcome things. There isn't much I can say w/out spoiling it. I just love the relations and care these characters have :) This also has an anime if you’re interested!

Now… if you’ll permit me to talk about case files again…….. I found these photos while cleaning up my phone, and if it’s alright with you, I’d like to share them with you :) These pages proceed to change my brain chemistry FOREVER!!!!! I’ve thought about them a lot. It lives through the crevices of my brain, sinking in and becoming apart of me. They say all that you love will become apart of you; that you become a mosaic of everything of that you love. Prior to reading this, I don’t think I’ve ever appreciated the small things in life, I was stuck in a blur during that time, waiting for my days to pass, instead of taking my time and slowing down. I was stuck in a transitional period, unsatisfied yet couldn’t pinpoint the exact reason(s). Anyways, these pages will never not make me emotional. The viewpoint, way of being, the emotions, and the hope. I too wanted to see the beauty of this world I had long ignored. I say it many times, but i love creation, what was born from a person’s heart finds its way to me, giving me many things, comforts, peace, joy and a myriad of emotions, and a place to settle into to; reminding myself that I’m not alone, that i’ll never be alone in all that i feel. It’s just all so wondrous. Anyways… this also has an anime, through I heard the pacing is a bit off <— regardless one day I shall sit down and watch it !!!!!!!<3

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In my opinion, the fandisk for radiant tale felt very short. I wasn’t a big fan of the plot line for Liyan’s route. Regardless, every moment of him was super cute (seriously? How is he so cute?) (you’re so right that he’s kinda like Marius!!!) and its worth it just to see + learn more about him. (and Radie) (RADIE WILL BE LOVED BY ALL!!) For you my friend, I’d say its definitely worth it. :)

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Apothecary diaries!!!! How could I forget my girl Maomao!!!!!! When I got into it, there were only 3 volumes of the manga out!! So much time has passed and now look!! So many volumes and materials and a show!!!!!! <<<<333333 I was super ecstatic when the light novels released. Vol.13 in the manga was in vol.4 of the light novel and the light novel has lots of volumes so it’ll take a while for the manga to catch up, so I sold my copies (the commitment and sheer volumes it would accumulate got to me…) and got the light novel to try. Unfortunately, I started it when I moved and it fell to the way side. I love maomao… I love mysteries!! I keep seeing clips from the anime and wanting to see it! I got an e-reader recently so maybe I can binge all the books? There’s 16 volumes in total rn and seems like the publishing of physical book might take a bit… we’ll see!!!

Speaking of books……. L&D… I saw a post where each LI posted book recs…….into the never ending rec pile it goes!!!! Also!! have you ever heard of orv(omniscient readers viewpoint)? I’ve always heard that it was a love letter to the writer, reader, and protagonist? <— Granted, I’ve only read a small bit (stopped reading because it was online and lost my place) Just curious if it ever reached your radar :)

Can I ask? What were your childhood books? For me it was warriors cats and dork diaries… I never finished either series but I see them in bookstores sometimes and can’t help but to smile.

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Ive finally finished my courses……. IM FREE!!!!! I have no clue how I passed. I kept dissociating during one of my classes because it was programming + math <— the banes of my existence. The other class had us building things…… and somehow I fumbled every single step……… but it got built and I am enjoying stress-free nights <<33 must enjoy them all!! They only last so long… but even though that class was on building… they had us perform something on stage….. when I heard about it…. I started to laugh!!!!! OUT OF DESPAIR!!!!!! But!! Despite my fears, it went pretty well?? As in I felt completely fine about it? I used to be the type of person who would shake(still do) and sob at the meer thought of performing to people. I'm changing! I'm very happy! :)

Now that my classes are over…. I now wish to attain a new hobby!!  I have decided on crocheting!!! (again) I tried it prior and went extremely badly…. The yarn has been sitting in my closet untouched….. HOWEVER!!! I have new ideas and a stronger yearning than before!! This yarn shall be crocheted like never before!! Next time you hear from me…… I shall be a crochet MASTER!!!!!! But yes… I have free time,,, I really want to tackle my list of things I want to make… I mention it in the oc part… but Mr.Sunday shall be ripped into shreds soon…. I must finish Amphoreus..... I am. super excited…. this is my first time digging into a character properly!! With notes and whatnot!! yippee!!!!!

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There was an event awhile back that had so much art :) it was very lovely and I liked taking my time walking through it all :) I didnt expect to stay there for so long but I ended up staying for 2-3 hours. While I can’t share everything, I’ll show these two I saw :) I hope seeing these boost your mood like it did mine :)

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I yearn to see other countries too <3 it's a guilty pleasure of mine to watch those travel videos. Lately, i’ve been hooked on iceland. A youtuber i watch travels all over the world and reminds me of the kindness people have in there hearts. <3

Anyways, I hope one day you take a trip to New Zealand, be it a solo trip or with those you care about, and that it’s everything you hope for. Even if it might take a bit :) I hope it’s in your fortune :) But for now!! Im wishing you endless and wondrous adventures near and far that go wonderfully. 

I know I mentioned it before but, I really enjoy interacting with you too!! Really, through my interactions with you i found myself getting braver about interacting with others online. I used to be quite the lurker in general in the past, but i had wanted to change and start interacting w/ other and offer up my compliments to others rather than keep them in my heart…

Anyways, I’m wishing you wonderful peaceful dreams ft. all your favorite characters by the beach!! Hoping peaceful days follow you always.

Mushy 

Hi again, Mushy! :) Sorry for the late reply. I’ve been a bit stressed lately, and my health hasn’t been the best. But I was very happy to hear from you again. :)

The main thing I'm unsure about is how in character they'd be for Undyne

On one hand Undyne and Yuri have had an antagonist relationship since childhood, a human recently killed a bunch of people, Yuri has routinely defended humanity which given her reputation as being the daughter of a traitor.....yeah, plus its been a thing that Yoko got labeled a traitor and from the perspective of monsters never got punished for it

Asgore was too mellow to ever try anything plus Yoko would have pushed back if he did

Same can't be said with Undyne and Yuri

So in an instance where Undyne- who's made it clear that even if she's only part human still deems her human and it would be the perfect example to show that humanity will no longer be tolerated in any shape or form

However

Undyne isn't evil, Yuri herself has done nothing wrong or at least not anything worth literal death, her soul is just a normal monster soul even if it has unique properties it can't help with the barrier, and while Undyne was basically Yuri's bully growing up the one thing she did right was defending Yuri from more violent monsters

Undyne was mean to Yuri but she didn't beat her and stopped others from trying

Plus i feel like no matter how anti human monster society is especially after Frisk wrecked so much shit & even with Yokos reputation not helping Yuri i feel like some people would step up to say an execution on an innocent woman who just happens to be like 25% human is just.....a bit too far?

Idk