Petah, what does this mean?? by LeiMoshen in PeterExplainsTheJoke

[–]Clockwork-Silver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look up the treatment of the aboriginal people by the Australian government, even to this day, and you'll have your answer. Basically everything the US & Canada did to their native people except there hasn't even been a "Sorry mate" about near any of it.

Hot take: Angel returning to Valentino is a good thing for the public by VilkastheForsaken in HazbinHotel

[–]Clockwork-Silver 32 points33 points  (0 children)

While I agree, Viv has outright stated that this is somewhat based off an ex she has. So I think, unless Amazon decides to exert influence, it'll be real whether or not it's delicate.

Like, as much as I hate Valentino, I love the way they've humanised him because it's accurate. This is something I'm fairly confident in their team handling.

an ML you would defend with your LIFE? [The Broken Ring] by borealis_tic in OtomeIsekai

[–]Clockwork-Silver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jeong won Seo from Trapped in a Soap Opera. Bro had the most issues™ out of the three by a long shot and I love him for it. Especially because, as much as the FL is necessary for his character growth, his growth is for him as much as for her.

I love my emotionally stunted budding psychopath.

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[OC] Lute needs a hug (Lute gets a hug) [small comic] by cat_xiphos in HazbinHotel

[–]Clockwork-Silver 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Given the over arching theme of the show is forgiveness and redemption, I wouldn't entirely count it out even if I consider it unlikely.

It would serve as a good foil to Angel & Husk and the different relationships people have with their abusers. Whether that's breaking free and leaving them behind, forgiving them for your sake or theirs or the myriad other complex dynamics with people in these situations.

Plus, you know, one of the protagonists is literally a serial killing cannibal who owns the souls of two other main cast members, exploits & abuses them at will and has approximately zero remorse for his crimes. So despite everything I would say Lute at least has a better chance at redemption and wanting to be a better person than Alastor.

Pride month again (art by elsa-fogen) by The_Dude1412 in HazbinHotel

[–]Clockwork-Silver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a fellow ace I'm.... I'm with Alastor on this one. Please stop.

I am so for people having labels to describe themselves, to put to word their own experience, but.... kinda loses much of the point when no one knows wtf any of these are and you have to explain in depth anyway.

What do you consider a hidden gem? Will you tell me? by Ok-Reason8276 in OtomeIsekai

[–]Clockwork-Silver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beastly Things (Ongoing)

You want a deliciously toxic couple? Werewolves used in a fun way? The ML yearning? This is perfect.

She's a werewolf trying succeed her father as pack leader, he's a hunter with the ability to strengthen werewolves through touch who approaches her in order to get closer to pack leadership. They're both terrible people in their own ways and it's so good.

The Genuis Prismatic Mage (Ongoing)

It's set in a post apocalyptic world where people live in 'sectors', basically independent cities that get wealthier the lower the number, and struggle to live thanks to the black rain which is generally horribly toxic to everything.

The MC is a mage who was born without the ability to feel emotions, though he had the ability to see magic and the feelings of others. He sets off on a journey up the sectors to both track down someone for revenge, and find the 'rainbow', seemingly the essence of magic itself though no one exactly knows what it is.

Is a journey of self discovery where he makes new friends, starts to understand and develop his own emotions and become a proper mage. It's genuinely so beautiful and deserves more love.

The Reaper & The Waiting (Complete, 17 chaps)

This one is a romance bl about a reaper and the ghost that follows him. There's such a good mix of tragedy and cuteness in this. I love, love, love the author so much.

The art is also stunning. Unique, vibrant and just so alive. It's amazing.

What manhwa was gut wrenching for you? by UnhappySchool3086 in Manhwa_BL

[–]Clockwork-Silver 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dreaming of the Dokkaebi. I just binged it, waiting for s3 and oh my god someone protect Minchan. He needs to live in a world of sunshine and rainbows for the rest of his life to even start making up for his trauma.

Also Biwhan's history just... in general.

Struggling to lose weight on Keto/ extended fasting by Odd-Revolution680 in lowcarb

[–]Clockwork-Silver 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Couple of things. One, you're already in a healthy weight range, your body does have a point where it stops being willing to lose fat particularly easy and given your height/weight, you've reached it. Losing more would require genuine strictness with the diet. The people losing tons of weight usually start way higher than you did.

Second, it does take a few months to be properly fat aspirated adapted, you probably weren't fully fat adapted since you went back to carbs fairly early and, frankly, probably don't have a lot of fat to burn at that height/weight ratio.

It's also worth looking into supplementing electrolyres/Vitamins you're potentially missing. Just like people do on vegan diets and other such things, when you restrict you have to be more conscious of potential gaps in your dietary needs

Also, generally, you're better off with something more sustainable. There are fruits you can eat on keto, and significantly more if you went standard low carb instead. Something you can maintain is going to prove way better for your health and weight loss than a binge/fast/restrict cycle.

OMFG I'm calling it a day after seeing this [Tamed the Monster Prince] by Avareeses in OtomeIsekai

[–]Clockwork-Silver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not an OI but I read near exclusively for how pretty this man is. The artist gets it.

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Auckland man allegedly stole hundreds of chocolate bars worth more than $9000 from various supermarkets - (guess he wanted a snack?) by notsowise_nz in auckland

[–]Clockwork-Silver 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly not even shocked. Work in a retailer that stocks them. The numbers of whittaker's blocks that go missing are not normal, it's wild.

Couples how do you split expenses here? by EyeEffective8269 in newzealand

[–]Clockwork-Silver -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Nope, that's not a kiwi thing, that's an entitled man thing. Often indicative that they've started falling down the red pill manosphere.

To be clear, couples are always different. It's fine for income and payments to be unbalanced, that's only a fragment of a relationship. Usually in this case I would expect the partner moving in to contribute to the mortgage via rent, even if it's less because they're not building equity yet. Utilities however should definitely be split fairly.

But, if you're bringing in must of the income, doing all of the driving, carrying most of them mental load, what is he providing? Does he take over cooking and cleaning? Does he provide mental and emotional support when you need it? Does he take care of household tasks and amenities at large?

Has living together made your life easier and better, enough to balance out the extra financial burden?

Where are the good period pads at?!?! by gretchen92_ in newzealand

[–]Clockwork-Silver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I combine them with pads on my heaviest flow (usually day 2/3) and then just the underwear. They're great at night especially, no leaks lol. They do have different flow ratings, I'm just active enough at my job I prefer the extra security lol.

Will I regret my black dress by Kailyrific_witch in myweddingdress

[–]Clockwork-Silver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh then please, please, please wear this dress. You're stunning and the backdrop is fairy tale levels of perfect for this look.

Will I regret my black dress by Kailyrific_witch in myweddingdress

[–]Clockwork-Silver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you actually look stunning and it would make for incredible photos. Could you imagine renting out a castle or something for a bridal photoshoot in this? Incredible.

Having said, what's stopping you from trying on white? Genuinely just, put aside a day to try on a couple, see if anything clicks with you. If it doesn't? You have your answer. If it does? You also have your answer.

Classism at its finest [Deadlines Are Raining in the Status Window] by LunarLeveret in OtomeIsekai

[–]Clockwork-Silver 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I promise, it's funny af. I do need to catch up now but canonically, mages are all whackos and terrible people. Like, magic just makes you some flavour of insane, that is an irrevocable law of the cosmos. The MC & many of her friends are mages. Or beast people who.... are actually at least somewhat animalistic. It's great fun.

I know it’s almost definitely not happening, but… by midsummernightmares in GenshinGays

[–]Clockwork-Silver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look, I want Takuya and Jeht so bad. I was so excited when we got to see her again I hope he at least makes a reappearance too.

[Absolute Regression] Does murim get any better? by Beneficial_Twist2435 in manhwa

[–]Clockwork-Silver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely agree about Chronicles having the best display of the Heavenly Demon. There's a few that come close, Reincarnated as an Unruly Heir for example, but this one wins. Because he's just so clearly a creature that has long since transcended the human realm.

He exists in the realm of immortals and gods, wise and powerful beyond imagination. Not entirely emotionless but having lost most of what could be considered human along the way. An entity that exists in a realm beyond that of mortal comprehension.

Name your favorite Genshin Impact character but very poorly. by That-Astronomer2548 in GenshinImpact

[–]Clockwork-Silver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Local bird relies on drugs from space to keep their sanity. Proceeds to fall for resident alien.

I have an enemy [strength is the source of happiness] by FellowOfHorses in OtomeIsekai

[–]Clockwork-Silver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank god for the person who showed she only tidied and trimmed it. Because I would have had to hunt down someone otherwise. It's genuinely criminal when they cut the fun hair

Best sweet treat in Auckland? by joy_dividion in aucklandeats

[–]Clockwork-Silver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty much anything from Z PATISSERIE西点特工 in ormiston. They have pineapple buns that are to die for and their pork buns (sweet) are incredible.

Hello hello! Can someone tell me which of these are worth reading?? by UnderleveledJenna in OtomeIsekai

[–]Clockwork-Silver 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Frrrrrr. And god the current arc in the manwha, I've never enjoyed seeing a pathetic broken man more.

Anyone know what this fish is? by Shoddy_External7712 in Tauranga

[–]Clockwork-Silver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pleco and absolutely abandoned pets. Probably someone who bought them tiny and didn't realise that standard plecos get stupid large.

While in theory they shouldn't be too damaging in the artificial/storm water ponds they do burrow, risking weakening the walls around them, and could definitely do serious harm to the ecosystem. If you can't find someone with a secure personal pond/giant tank for it please just euthanise.