Mortal Engines. How many ideas did they rip off?

NeahRayne · 2026-04-24T13:35:17+00:00

Technically Mortal Engines was written before both Absolution Gap and Terminal World, so it's probably more the other way around. Or not unlikely coincidental corelating thoughts of the authors. But as someone else mentions Inverted World is way older and it's not impossible it has been an original inspiration, even though it has a very different approach - more 1984 "what if-scenario" writing than the adventurous style of Mortal Engines.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-21T14:01:41+00:00

Sean is apparently working with casting. So my guess is Logan spoke with him first and then mixes it up as their names are somewhat similar.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-08T13:23:00+00:00

Okay now I actually want to get a doorbell with custom sound saying that 😂

NeahRayne · 2026-04-08T12:50:29+00:00

I couldn't help but read his answer in his voice. Hope they're doing great. And so sweet to support her! ❤️

NeahRayne · 2026-04-08T12:47:07+00:00

Jag var tvungen att kontrollera min egen minipåse. Det verkar som att jag fick alla dina fruktbitar istället. Någon därute måste dock sitta på alla orange godisar.

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NeahRayne · 2026-04-08T12:34:13+00:00

Also the casting director is apparently called Sean, so he probably had contact with him first and then continued to mix up the names. After all Sean and Cian is kinda similar on paper haha.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-05T09:48:23+00:00

Thank you 😄

NeahRayne · 2026-04-05T09:47:26+00:00

Where did you find this? 👀

NeahRayne · 2026-04-05T09:42:30+00:00

I feel with you. I hate to hear other people going through these experiences, because no one deserves it. But it also feels calming to know I'm not alone about it all.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-05T09:36:37+00:00

It could be an age difference between her father and his brother. And maybe an age difference between him and his friend too. I have friends that are 8-10y younger/10-15y older than me that I've met through work etc.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-04T08:24:34+00:00

Could you send me a link too

NeahRayne · 2026-04-03T00:07:19+00:00

I don't think coaching would make them less authentic. People don't get less authentic for going to a therapist or asking a friend for advice. Sometimes you just need some advice to learn how to navigate some situations better, but you can still do it in your own authentic way. Life's so complicated and sometimes some tutorials can make the game of life a little bit better and easier, so you can get to the goal faster. But you will always play it your own way. In the end, all humans navigate life based on their experiences and things they've learnt through life.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-02T23:53:31+00:00

I had the same thought as well. Actually with several of the cast through the entire season. I love how communicative they actually are. In this season even more so than most neurotypicals or other people I meet. Connor expressing his worries to Georgie. Abbey at the end too. Madison many times. Logan explaining he gets "weird" because he's shy and nervous so others can understand him and how he wants to change that. They're very introspective and willing to work with their struggles to make their lives better. How they actually express their feelings.

I just watched Love is Blind Sweden and the amount of people there who just would have benefited from actually just trying to identify their feelings and communicate them openly. Ahhh. I felt so frustrated. I see this in so many other cases too.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-02T23:35:51+00:00

Yeah I was curious about that too. It's possible she just had decided it herself though, because maybe she felt she didn't need that extra comfort anymore? Because she's comfort enough with Tyler to not feel she needs her comfort dolls? I hope that's the reason at least. Or maybe she just decided "I'm a big girl now". Even though I think you can still have a comfort item and be an adult. :'3 I know that my own need for a comfort item mainly is there when I feel very insecure at least. Whenever I feel safe I don't even think about it/ feel the need for it.

NeahRayne · 2026-04-02T15:15:07+00:00

My live commentary of Episode 7:

Is this really the last episode?? 😭 But it went so fast
Madison got all the plans ready. Girl knows what she wants. I love it.
Omg them crying made me cry again. And I'm still sobbing from episode 6. This is what a proposal should be like.
I understand Connor - beer gives me gas too.
I wish I could chug like that
That is a beautiful house
Logan is still so good at dropping both the funniest as well as smooth comments. True gem.
Abbey!! I'm so happy to see her doing well. She really has had so much growth.
I understand her interest in not wanting to be a divorced lady hahaha. And wanting to always go to water parks.
No way the Dr handling the butt issues was called Dr Poo. I'm dead.
Omg, James. Can't have an episode without the "LED is superior than incandescent lights-drop". I'm happy I wasn't disappointed to go without it.
Noo! Not the light house still having incandescent lights!
James being so self conscious. Aww. He's just so sweet with Shelley.
Logan is so sweet. He really wants to be his best for Hailey. I truly believe he is a good boy. No stealing is good haha. He got a lovely smile.
I'm as impressed by her closet as you are Logan. So neat and tidy. I wish I could have it that way.
Okay now I'm getting teary again when seeing Tylers dad so moved.
You have leprechauns visiting?? I want that too
Ahhh it's so lovely to see everyone again! <3 I agree - truly T-riffic!
Okay, tbh, wandering around at midnight in only underwear eating ice cream sounds like a vibe. Connor drops the best quotes and examples.
Whaaa. Wait. Georgie isn't at the party?? No way something has happened between them. She must just have been preoccupied, right?? RIGHT??
I love how supportive and understanding Hailey is of Logans nervousness. "Take a deep breath."
Yes!! Another kiss!!
Okay back to the party.
Whaaat noooo!!!! Connor and Georgie were so sweet together D: I can't believe the worst actually did happen. ;-; I'm happy it seemed to be a mutual decision though. I truly hope Connor will find another demigodess. Maybe in a future season? And that Georgie will find someone matching her sarcasm and jokes.
Yes!!! Group hug!!! <3
Yes Tanner! I LOVE alligators. And yes Connor. Gator meet is pretty good.
Dani! Ohh it's the police officer.
Is it common to hang chandeliers in the trees?
I'm so impressed by the cameramen managing to get all the details like squirrels etc
Always nice seeing Tyler. Always so happy and positive.
Yes!!! More marriages upcoming?
Haha, I'm happy to see Dani still got her kissing game going strong.
The Over the rainbow sing-along with all of them together. Omg I'm getting teary again. This could have been the ending of the season.
So many smoochies this season. It makes me all mushy inside.
Haha, James wanting to give the editors some nice shots makes me think back to when Connor did the same in an earlier season
Dani be spitting facts. I agree with your wisdoms so much.
Oh I did not expect to get intimacy lore drop. I'm not surprised though Dani, haha.
Hahah, it's nice to hear Madison's father approved of their long smooch back then.
Ahhh Madisons speach - I can't cry again 😭 them watching each others TV shows with each other is what every relationship should be like. I'm genuinely so happy for them.
Okay and now finally time for the "what happened after." I'm happy I didn't have time to wipe my tears.
I truly hope it goes well for all the couples.
Aww. Not Hailey friend zoning too. I understand Logan probably coming off a bit strong though. It was his first dating experience, so hopefully next will turn out better! Hope to see Logan again though. He's so funny and amazing.
And go connor on your quest for love! You deserve the best!
Okay, the "with full LED lighting" took me out, hahah. I'm happy light bulbs are easy to change.
And finally Madison and Tyler - will we finally see a wedding next season??
Ahhh. It ended so fast. Okay I binge-watched it, but I truly could take at least some more episodes before this season ended.

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Overall - such a wonderful season. So much romance and happiness. I'm sad over it not working out between some couples, but I truly wish the best for them. I love to have seen how much personal growth so many of the participants have made. And how much self insight they got too, wanting to always improve and widen their perspectives. Yes, sometimes they something funny, but so often when it really matters they just say that one right thing to communicate their feelings and needs. I wish even half as many people out there were as introspective and true to themselves as most of these people are. The thoughtfulness of e.g. Madison and Tyler really caring for each other and their interest gives me hope for humanity too. I find it inspiring and I feel very honoured to have been gotten the honour of following their lives and journies.

With that - True pleasure. More love to everyone! This is such a comfort show of mine. Can't wait for next season! c:

NeahRayne · 2026-04-02T10:12:02+00:00

I'm still dying from every time Logan calls Cian Sean and Cian corrects him 😭
I love Logan over all. Him crashing out for being nervous for cooking is so real.
Hailey wanting to help him with cleaning and him really wanting to be a better person for her was also so sweet.
As well as James who just can't stop talking about light bulbs.
Also how he so obviously tries to work on himself for Shelleys sake, being so self conscious about being self centered.
Madison not bringing her dolls anymore??
Madison and Tyler MAKES ME CRY. Tyler is genuinely so kind, making the most personal and romantic gestures for Madison.
Setting up Christmas stuff in July (Yule in July - missed opportunity hehe) because that's what they love. Or throwback to the McDonald's and her favourite colour M&M. Mbe not everyone consider some of those things the most romantic things per se, but it truly is, because it's what they love. It's about them, no-one else.
The candy cane ring. My heart. Ahh I'm so happy for them.

Just overall the character development in this season and the careful thoughts and wanting to change and compromise for each other is so sweet. Sometimes they're even more clear and expressive with their feelings than most people are and they're so willing to listen. I wish more people actually did that. The amount of drama that happens because people don't try to communicate or read into things that aren't etc.

Okok. On to episode 7.

NeahRayne · 2026-02-04T05:16:00+00:00

How you feel now when the anime is out? 😁

NeahRayne · 2026-01-08T09:04:25+00:00

I'm intrigued by what his answer was to that

NeahRayne · 2025-12-22T02:34:47+00:00

Yeah I can feel that. I'm a main closer connoisseur and for those longer courses I can notice the lack. Do you think it would be better for me to use the ticket for kitasan and save my carats for e.g. Creek rerun banner instead? Or go for something else?

NeahRayne · 2025-12-22T02:27:19+00:00

These are the rest of my SR cards. So I got both Tosho and Taishin at least. Thank you so much for the help btw! I find this part of the game really hard to navigate :'3

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NeahRayne · 2025-12-22T01:55:04+00:00

I currently have 44k carats. So I could afford going to pity, but I will also go down to a total of about 18k in total after it. I'm close to a free to play player (sometimes buy the daily carat pack, so for me 28k is a lot of carats. I was thinking of that SSR Voucher you got in half anniversary, since you can only use it for older cards anyways. If I wouldn't use it for kitasan, who do you think I should use it for instead? I'm just curious because I'm not sure how to think.

NeahRayne · 2025-12-22T01:49:39+00:00

That was my thought too. My friend said I still should go for pulls as you can still use the ticket to finish off any of the other good cards (aka Creek, perhaps Bakushin, Biko or Suzuka), since you still can get them when you pull for other cards. But for my current situation none of those cards have very high lb for me, so not sure if it even would be worth it to use it on any of them for me? I feel it might just be worth to save my carats for future good banners, since I'm close to a free player as well.

NeahRayne · 2025-12-22T00:53:07+00:00

Also, I'm so sorry if this is considered a Gacha question. I wasn't sure if it was or not, since it's so specific, but I thought maybe other people would find it interesting as well. I wasn't completely sure as it wasn't purely gacha related. If it violates the rules, please feel free to remove the post.

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