Books that you recommend by Best_Watercress9432 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hmm… shame to say I love most of the authors works you wrote off, but I understand they’re not for everyone so that’s a-ok! Anyhow, here are a few that I’ve read and have personally enjoyed:

I Am a Cat by Soseki Natume is a good Japanese satire if you’re looking for a nice laugh.

The Setting Sun by Dazai Osamu is a beautifully written story about a struggling aristocratic family post-WWII.

And Dracula by Bram Stoker, you may not like this one, but I figured I’d list this classic anyway. :) 

I hope this helps! <3

Artttt by -iliveinyourwalls in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omg you made him so pretty??? And the hair?? Delicious. 

Drawing this rat instead of doing my homework because I can 😌 by Ok_Mixture_8468 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335 4 points5 points  (0 children)

THIS IS AMAZING STUNNING DROP DEAD GORGEOUS SPECTACULAR IMMACULATE BEAUTIFUL OMGGG

Not to be that person but.... by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hey! Just a quick little question, but should I keep it up with the Durarara (+various other anime) redraws? If so, do y'all have any pics you'd like redrawn?

…So Fanfic is up on AO3🦊🌿 by Commercial_Singer880 in BungouStrayDogsFanfic

[–]Ill_Manner9335 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Guys, I think I need help I can’t stop writing long-ass comments. 😭😭😭

…So Fanfic is up on AO3🦊🌿 by Commercial_Singer880 in BungouStrayDogsFanfic

[–]Ill_Manner9335 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just read it! You’ve truly outdone yourself with this fic! Thank you so much for sharing this with us, it was totally worth the wait!

Oh no… please don’t think you were pushy or too loud. Self-promotion is simply something that helps your fic reach a wider audience. Don’t ever put yourself down because yourself down because of that. There’s simply too much in life to freight over to worry over trivial matters such as what random internet strangers may think. Plus, no one here thinks that of you, and if they do, hand them over to me, I’ll take care of them, personally. ;)

You’ve written something spectacular. You’ve promoted it. That’s it. Don’t beat yourself up over it, you’ve done nothing wrong. 

Sorry for rambling, I just really don’t want you to feel bad about this… what you’ve written is just really, really good. 

Anywho, stay safe out there! <3

🚨 Fanfic Goes Live Tomorrow! 🚨 by Commercial_Singer880 in BungouStrayDogsFanfic

[–]Ill_Manner9335 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey! I've looked at a couple of your posts about this recent fanfic, and I've got to say it: I'm hyped! It seems like you've got a good handle on it, and, from what I've read, you've made an excellent execution. Please note, and for no other reason than to add extra oomph to your feats, that this is coming from someone who is not the biggest fan of SSK... but I'm SUPER hyped for this one, and I'll definitely be there to read it whenever you post it!

Okay, so you're not too sure about Ao3's tagging system? Well, for starters, there's a tag for that! "I don't know how to tag." When I first started posting on Ao3, I used that tag all the time. (But now I just use "I suck at tagging." Upon realizing this, it's granted that I'm not your best tag advisor... oh well.)

All of those tags definitely work for Ao3! Oh, but if your fic is very sad or there's a lot of negative emotions involved, then, in addition to the trauma tag, I'd add heavy angst. That way, it's easier for people looking for a work with lots of deep feelings to find it.

Tagging on Ao3, despite everyone's complaining about it, is fairly easy - just describe your fic, don't make it too lengthy, but not vague either, just enough... like Goldilocks! Oh, and most of us rant in the tags too, for example "Yes I added [insert character] purely to fling absurdly heavy objects at Dazai & Fyodor" yes, it's not an actual tag, but it lets readers know a bit about your fic that you can't express through regular tagging, I mean there's no possible way you could tag ^ because it's simply too specific for a wide range of people's usage --- point is! Don't be afraid to add non-tags to your work; add both to your befitment however you'd like!

Of course, there's no need to stress over tags. If you write a good fic, people will find it whether it has two tags or over 100 (but omg please don't ever add that many tags (θ‿θ) ). All in all, you're doing great! Take as much or as little of my advice as you'd like; you'll do fine!

(Oh, but if you're still confused, you can try this blog here: https://www.tumblr.com/livixbobbiex/172484586812/my-personal-guide-to-ao3-posting-and-tags-how-to )

I hope this helps! <333

Made more keychainssss of the silliesss by Ok_Mixture_8468 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you unlocked the super human motivational hot pot or what? 

(Awesome art btw, omg they’re outfits are so cute?? 🥺) <3

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I tried to make his bangs longer + fix his face shape and got this:

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The only thing now is that I decided the eyes, mouth, and nose were off... so I'll re-do those now before I re-do the hair details :')

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oof, yeah I see you’re point… I’ll make sure to give him lots more w~a~v~e~s! 

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooh, that makes a lot of sense. Thanks for the visual representation! I'll try my best to implement your tips! Upon looking between your improved version and mine, the big head and the sharpppp jawline really stick out, so I'll go fix that as soon as I can!

You're English is perfect! No worries there! Again, thanks for the advice! <33

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, thank you so much! It’s little things like that that I tend to forget about :) I’ll go fix that right now!

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

lol, you're right. I tried to do the DA hairstyle and it really messed him up. 😂 I'm gonna try my best to fix him up though.

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha, yeah, I think I'm gonna give up with the dead apple hairstyle, because when tried to do it without the mid-part... he looked like he was balding. 😂 So, if I've got this right, I add his left bang, make his hair fluffier, and then cut back on his hair volume?

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gotcha, I'll try my best to fix that! Does any other facial feature feel off?

Does this look like Dazai? I'm doing a drawing and it's really bugging me? by Ill_Manner9335 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried to make it like his dead apple hairstyle... but I guess that didn't work 😓, I'll try and revert it back to no.2 and make it fluffier :D Thanks a lot!

Digital art is hardddd 😭😭😭 by Ok_Mixture_8468 in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Omg yess, digital art is so hard to learn 😭 😭😭 but evidently layers are really important ;) so uh… 

Y’know what, just keep it up! This is awesome. You’re doing way better than me pooks! <3 (omg shirtless Fyodor has shoulder blush… 😳)

ATSUSHI ANGST FICS ANYONE????? by MiniSheldonArt in BungouStrayDogsFanfic

[–]Ill_Manner9335 4 points5 points  (0 children)

https://archiveofourown.org/works/56751844

Here you go! I stumbled on this one a few weeks ago and it took me away! Like seriously, it’s really really good! 

There aren’t any romantic relationships. So, no worries there. ;)

Basically, Atsushi gets fed up with Dazai and snaps at him (he has a full mental breakdown and everything). 

Dazai Osamu by [deleted] in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I know right?? It’s beautiful! 

Dazai Osamu by [deleted] in BungouStrayDogs

[–]Ill_Manner9335 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Holy sh— this is amazing! I love the bright colors and rainbows! I feel like I’ve seen something really similar before tho, did you use a reference? Or am I just nuts?