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  1. Zephrun’s Imperium

    Zephy is currently thinking about: 

    The elusive concept of COOL and why humans are so driven to FITTING IN

    1. The Paradoxical Phenomenon

      The Paradoxical Phenomenon

      I have wondered the same thing. I would argue that many, if not all choices are made because people are so obsessed with fitting in. It is ironic that many trends and things people feel the need to be a part of are started by people trying to "break loose from the norm and be themselves". It's like in Tress, where she notes that everyone works so hard to be unique that they all do it together. I don't think it's an issue that people want to fit in; I think it's an issue when the things they do are against God and the way He has shown us to go.

  2. Zephrun’s Imperium

    If @Robin Sedai gets to post pretty picture then do I! Spring time is finally here and it’s gorgeous. 

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    2. Zephrun’s Imperium

      Zephrun’s Imperium

      RIP my typos 

    3. Robin Sedai

      Robin Sedai

      What beautiful flowers :wub::wub:

    4. Cinnamon

      Cinnamon

      The cereal looks like it could be on the box!

  3. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Labels are really nice, but I’ve found that they’re often incomplete and our identities are flexible anyway. It’s okay to not have a label, especially as you’re still growing and discovering who you are; you are perfectly yourself. I can relate to this. I could go OFF on my thoughts about gender… Society just makes me so angry sometimes. The worldbuilding here is interesting, but, like…. I live here. I have to deal with stupid societal stuff. It’s not fun.
  4. Zephrun’s Imperium

    Oh my god I actually did it. 

    Zephy’s first (public) fan fiction. :wub: It’s Graviry Falls, but I’m really proud of it, so I’m gonna post it here. 

    https://archiveofourown.org/works/46932808/chapters/118225684

    1. Channelknight Fadran

      Channelknight Fadran

      Graviry Falls

    2. Cinnamon

      Cinnamon

      Can you give us a one or two sentence hook so we know what it’s about? 
      on a kind of related note I started reading Jersey boys.

    3. Zephrun’s Imperium

      Zephrun’s Imperium

      @Channelknight Fadran I was too excited about my fan fic to spellcheck, alright? -_-:P

      @Cinnamon You’ll have to tell me what you think of JB and update me with your progress! I’m always eager to talk about it. 

      I think the summary I posted on it works well:

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      In which Ford goes through with finishing the portal out of spite after the disastrous test run, ft. FiddAuthor cuteness and the Bill/Fiddleford interactions my heart desires.

      Basically it’s Weirdmageddon in the 80’s. 

  5. Zephrun’s Imperium
    After years of doubt and anger and anxiety, I have come to the conclusion that I do not believe in the existence of a god. Part of the reason I believe what I do is because it is the belief that affords me the most peace. For me, the implications that come with the existence of a god are terrifying: either this god cannot intervene in times of tragedy (personal or global), doesn’t want to, or - worst of all - is the cause of our suffering. To me, pain is unacceptable. There is no good reason why we have to go through it, there is no apology that makes it worth anything. I refuse to worship suffering by saying that it made me a better person. Because I am not my suffering. I am a much happier, freer person when absolved of the divine. And the way I see it? There are so many religions with so many different ideas of what it takes to have a pleasant afterlife that if I try to follow all of them to cover my bases, I’m going to run myself into the ground. Why should I even care about what happens after I die? I want to live right now, I want to be happy right now, and I deserve peace right now. I spent far too long waiting for a god to deliver me when I had all I needed to deliver myself the whole time. And the fact is, none of us really know what happens after death, so why does it matter? Besides, I think being good for the sake of being a decent person to others is even more moral than doing it out of fear of some faceless god’s judgment. My thoughts are well-summarized by the following quote: Being raised on the assumption that a god existed and supposedly loved me was one of the most painful and devastating things to ever happen to me. Seeing children die of cancer and friends suffer at the hand of mental illness and trauma will never be compatible with the loving deity I was taught existed. To anyone who finds comfort in the idea of a god, I fully support them and would never want to take away that belief. However, I would also ask that believers respect other beliefs; I find it demeaning when people feel pity for me because my beliefs or my identity as a genderqueer, demisexual, panroamtic human means I might not make it to an afterlife that I don't even believe in and I find it insulting when they feel arrogant enough to take it upon themselves to try and save my soul. I am also strongly opposed to the idea that humanity is evil by nature - that can cause devastating issues of self-image - and the idea that I should credit all my happiness and good fortune to a god. The universe is amazing and no matter your beliefs, our existence within it is a miracle, secular or divine.
  6. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Y'all are sleepin' on the most iconic human here. @xinoehp512 is the worldbuilding emperor. He is one of the best writers I know and his creativity is astounding. I've known him for four years and he has grown immensely. What an excellent human being. I will never be able to give him enough praise.
  7. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Anyone who's known me for long knows I've had intense struggles with mental illness throughout my life. I've experienced severe depression and anxiety and I have fought them hard. But a couple years ago, I would have denied that it was even possible for me to be mentally ill in any way. Because people like me don't have anxiety or depression; people like me don't struggle at all. I was wrong. Everyone struggles. And if you're discounting your own experiences right now - "other people have it worse than I do" "I don't need help" "I'm not as important as other people" - then I have to ask you to question that mindset. You deserve to be happy. And not in some phantom afterlife or faraway future either; you deserve to be happy right now. The soul of mental wellness is self-love. You gain nothing by not being kind to yourself. A future built on a past of self-loathing is not nearly as bright as one built on self-love. You're going to live out the rest of your life in your mind, so I implore you to make it a pleasant place to be. Do things that make you happy. Spend time with your loved ones. Treat your body with kindness - I promise it is doing its best and is not out to get you. Notice the little everyday wonders around you - sunshine is beautiful, but thunderstorms are majestic too. Stay in the moment - the past is unchangeable and the future is impossible to know. Smile more, if you can. Laugh loudly. Let yourself feel. If you're going through it... I'm so sorry it's hard right now. The world is better for having you in it and even though nothing will ever excuse what's happening or what's happened... I am proud of you for every breath you take. Maybe the only one you aren't enough for every second of every day is yourself. I will leave you with a poem that has touched my soul: There Will Be Rest by Sara Teasdale There will be rest, and sure stars shining Over the roof-tops crowned with snow, A reign of rest, serene forgetting, The music of stillness, holy and low. I will make this world of my devising Out of a dream in my lonely mind. I shall find the crystal of peace, - above me Stars I shall find.
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    1. Quivil

      Quivil

      *offers hugs and snacks*

  9. Zephrun’s Imperium

    THERE'S A NEW SEASON OF SWEET TOOTH!!!!!!!

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  11. Zephrun’s Imperium
    I did a Zephy and now I have more art. Fiddleford Hadron McGucket, my beloved. Bonus: (I'll probably do a more formal version of this later. Trying out new styles is fun!)
  12. Zephrun’s Imperium

    Greetings 17th Shard,

    I know I've gone by Star on here for the last four years, but I would appreciate being called Zephy now. Partially so new people aren't confused but also because I started going by Zephy literally everywhere else online and I really, really identify with it and will probably start going by it in college so... Yeah. 

    Have a nice week everyone! Zephy loves ya. 

    1. Channelknight Fadran

      Channelknight Fadran

      And now we don’t have to directly associate you with the genocidal maniac!

    2. Zephrun’s Imperium

      Zephrun’s Imperium

      Hey now, Nr. Star Celeste has undergone major character alterations since her inception on these holy forums.

    3. Cinnamon

      Cinnamon

      Okie dokie!

  13. Zephrun’s Imperium
    It's pencil.
  14. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Surprise of all surprises, Zephy has more art. It was about time I drew Stan.
  15. Zephrun’s Imperium
    It makes a whole lot more sense if you've read Journal 3. Fiddleford Hadron McGucket is an icon and none of us are good enough for him.
  16. Zephrun’s Imperium
    I got Fooooooord, my beloved. And I'm not surprised. Every time Stan does literally anything in the show or in a good fic, I'm like, "I love this man to death. Why isn't he as impactful to me as Ford?" I just don't relate to him. Ford though... Yeah, there's... there's a lot there. To be perfectly fair, a lot of my personal Ford headcanons come from fics like Jersey Boy so. Take that how you will. We love Ford Pines here in Zephyland. His kickass mad scientist ways have captured my heart and probably my soul.
  17. Zephrun’s Imperium

    I cannot think of a single female character who has impacted me in a significant way. So here I am, writing a female I can get behind. Star Celeste, everyone.

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    By the time Star and her guard arrived at their apparent destination, she had begun to wonder if there was something more sinister behind her summons. No one would miss her if she was executed and they had absolutely no reason not to do so. They hadn’t cared about her husband’s death, why would they care about hers? 
    And she was surprised to find that she was actually excited about the prospect of being marched to her untimely death. She’d be stupid to think there was a possibility of escape, but by Fate, she’d give ‘em hell before the deed was done. Images of being forcefully injected with some death serum danced around in her head. She’d rip out the needle and give her assailant a kick, break their bones and deliver some impactful last words; something about her blood finally giving them a splash of color, perhaps? “Red actually suits you,” or, “glad I could introduce you to style.” Yeah. Yeah, that sounded good. 

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    “Ah! Ms. Celeste!” The woman at the desk stood up, and it took a moment for Star to realize that she had spoken; actually spoken like a normal person instead of using that strange, mind-bending Enuller silent-speak. “Oh, it’s absolutely lovely to meet you! Have a seat; Darius will be in soon.” 
    Star gave the woman at the desk a glare that she hoped would wither the decorative grey succulents. She did not sit. 
    “Ah. Um… I am Emily Geiger, one of the head scientists in my department. Or, I guess the head scientist since Ryan… It- doesn’t matter. We study magic here, but I’ve never actually met a Narrator before! Although I have- Well, I guess we will get to that. You really can sit. There’s tea! If you want it. I thought you might, since the penitentiary isn’t very, ah, homey.”
    That was one way to describe it. Star had already decided that she did not like this woman. Her tight, high ponytail seemed a mockery of Star’s low and loose one, the straight sides of her white labcoat jeering at Star’s extrusive curves. The Enuller’s whole demeanor screamed that Star was nothing more than another lab rat, a test subject, an interesting creature to observe. 
    “I don’t want tea,” Star said, projecting as much dignity as she could while wearing very undignified handcuffs and a tank top. How would Emily be acting, she wondered, if Star was free of her restraints, both physical and magical? At the very least, she could be glad her tank top showed off her sculpted arms.

     

    1. Morningtide

      Morningtide

      Nice! Write the character you want to see in the world!!

    2. Wittles

      Wittles

      I wanna see more of this character, she's so cool!

    3. Zephrun’s Imperium

      Zephrun’s Imperium

      Thank you!! Star is my namesake for a reason; the icon we adore.

  18. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Guyssss, one of the kindergarteners asked me if I was a boy or girl yesterday. So validating for my genderqueer heart. Also, this conversation happened between my siblings this morning: 10 year old: Freddie, you’re wearing girl shoes 5 year old: Girl shoes aren’t a real thing Friggin 5 year old understands so much more than a lot of adults.
  19. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Finished my Fords! he is marrying Fiddleford in the top right and you cannot do anything about it Also, here's some Tumblr highlights: Memes: Character analysis:
  20. Zephrun’s Imperium

    Inspiration flows like a river tonight; I have made MASSIVE leaps of organizational progress on my book series. It feels so much more doable now. 

    1. TheGreatSnail

      TheGreatSnail

      thats awesome!

    2. Cinnamon

      Cinnamon

      Heck yeah!

  21. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Naw, it's some metallic paint.
  22. Zephrun’s Imperium
    I HAVE MORE ART. I'll be working on coloring the Fords today. That man has my whole heart.
  23. Zephrun’s Imperium
    Good, I was hoping someone would post so that I could continue to share my stuff. Human!Bill AU where Mabel paints Bill's nails and he's so excited and shows everybody and demands Ford gets a matching manicure. Art, spoilered for size:
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    Y'all, check out my sick nails.

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    2. Robin Sedai

      Robin Sedai

      That is so cool :wub:

    3. Cinnamon

      Cinnamon

      The picture with your hands on the sketchbook is so aesthetic. I love it! <3

    4. Morningtide

      Morningtide

      Woah!!! That's awesome!!

  25. Zephrun’s Imperium

    A few updates...

    • I am still working on Of Demons, Shadows, and Tired Old Men!! I have too many ideas for the plot for this fic to go to waste! (for the uninformed, DSTOM is a Gravity Falls/Mistborn crossover fan fic and it is Good)
    • Chronic pain is a female dog. I experience pain every day, but I do have limits to what I can handle, so after breaking down to tears, I am at home, eating chili and hot croissants, ice on my neck and ibuprofen in my system. Take care of your bodies, you guys. They're doing the best they can and are not out to get you.
    • I has a r t and you are all entitled to see it. Behold the cuteness I have wrought:

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    Have a nice day, y'all. Ad Astra Per Aspera

    1. Szeth's Facepalm

      Szeth's Facepalm

      awwwww they're so cute!!

    2. Cinnamon

      Cinnamon

      :( I hope you’re feeling better soon.  That’s adorable! :D 

    3. Wyndlerunner

      Wyndlerunner

      The curly hair is really well done! *he say, frantically taking notes for his own works*

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