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[drosophila]

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First of all, I just want to give you a hug and so here it a kitty hug at the very least.

 

 

I also quite related to the difficulties to learn how to write with any kind of playfulness in what isn't your main language. It took me years to learn, and I still feel like my writing is clunky and doesn't carry emotion the way I wish it to. It's only when I stumbled to the first first thing I tried writing in English and was serious about that I realized just how much progress I've made in the last ten years. this thing was really bad!

 

On the other hand, I used as a teen to write in my main language quite a bit, but I feel that I'm unable to do so at this point. I don't know how anymore. My brain is too use to the English way of doing things, and it's different enough from French as to make all the progress I've made in writing useless. Oh well... I get more readers in English at least

 

Fade hug back to you!

 

Yes, my skill with my native language has deteriorated so much. All my thoughts are in English with the exception of numbers - my brain is just weird like that. So if I were thinking the sentence, "We are on page 5308 of the thread.", in my head it would sound like, "We are on page пет хиляди триста и осем of the thread." If I have to write something in Bulgarian, I would have to translate my thoughts first, which makes everything slower and clunkier. 

[Cee]

You have all the hearts and hugs from me     

 

Spoilered response, becasue this totally inspires me to write personal things

 

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Damn, Cee, I can relate to this so well. I have dealt with the bullying (tbh, I think kids just target the more sensitive/impressionable kids, because they know they'll get a reaction from them), which was made worse by growing up in a very unstable household with an abusive parent, two close relatives committing suicide, an alcoholic family member, yeah I could probably go on with my list, but all I really want to discuss about my life is... Frilly cakes! Why don't we just talk about those! And it took its toll in recurrent depression, which comes and goes ostensibly at random every 2-3 years, but I'd like to pretend it never happened during an off-phase such as now. 

 

I don't know if I started writing to help me deal specifically with these things, or it was simply something I enjoyed and was good at, if the opinions of schools teachers are a reliable indication for this. In the midst of general hell, there was one thing that was good, and I felt confident about, and I enjoyed, so of course I kept doing it. My closest childhood friend is this girl I wrote a "book" with. (It's hilariously bad, but we were 13 at the time )

 

I wrote and read anything and everything throughout my childhood and adolescence. Then I came to the US for college and the headcanons just stopped. I didn't have any ideas and didn't feel the need to write anything for almost 10 years. Now I think it was because my brain was getting rewired and re-adjusted to the new culture and new language. I spoke and wrote well when I came here first, well enough to get me through college, but it was very stilted and not creative. It took a long time to get that "playfulness" with the English language that I took for granted with my native tongue. I still write things very slowly, and wonder if some of the expressions I use are weird, and some of them probably are, but Solas helped me get back to the point where I dream and come up with ideas and feel the need to get them out. So he basically reinforced my connection to the fade  And to me that's honestly worth all the Solavellan hell I must endure. 

 

Honestly, most of the time I don't worry too much about how well I'm doing. I feel that adrenaline rush when I'm inspired to write something. As long as that feeling is there for 90% of the chapter, I often feel like it's a good chapter. I think I'm at the point where I should probably get more analytical, take notes on what works and what doesn't and hone writing as a skill, but everything in its due time. 

 

One day when I'm 190 years old and looking back, I know I'll have created something, and something is left behind me. That's a lot in itself.

 

 

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Oh yes, that was kind of the condensed version on my part, but there are indeed lasting effects and things I have to always stay aware on top of, assess to make sure I stay okay. Last month there was a week where I felt particularly down and couldn't even cry, which is not a good sign for me. But it passed. You all and finishing some writing were a part of what helped.

 

Eventually, I managed to crack through a certain shell and learning to let myself be vulerable again led me to a lot of good. It's important to reflect back on just how far one has come but also not hold it against yourself when you're not okay. Still, it was quite something to suddenly be hit by the realization one day that I actually had real confidence and people liked me.

 

I think it was about five years since I wrote any real attempts at fiction. I have an entire novel idea that has been sitting around mostly in my head and in scribbled notes in a notebook, and in a few initial typed pages. I've been thinking about dragging it out for NaNoWriMo this year since I feel more flexible in writing these past couple of months.

 

You seem to write passionately and let it all spill out and then refine, which sometimes happens to me too. Some people find it helps to write more mechanically. I usually front load with feelings and skip around and don't write sequentially. There's room to learn new skills but I think what you have put up so far shows a good degree of care.

 

Other times I craft it all bit by bit and poke at each section. I have a general outline in my head and then figure out how to connect the pieces. But you do raise a good point about the experience of working in a new language. Though I do speak and write in Spanish, my English is simply something that flows better though if I work at it, I can create something that is pretty expressive in my second language too. But it's a lot of flexibility that comes with usage, and it can sometimes be discouraging if you haven't. But we discourage ourselves the most!  I'm glad you feel that connection again though. It feels great, doesn't it?

 

 

 

And yes, frilly cakes for all! And glad you are using your Fly'Harel skills well on the cookie matter.

 

 

 

 

[Flemmy]

Ew!.. Creepy. I think I will have nightmare now

[drosophila]

 

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Oh yes, that was kind of the condensed version on my part, but there are indeed lasting effects and things I have to always stay aware on top of, assess to make sure I stay okay. Last month there was a week where I felt particularly down and couldn't even cry, which is not a good sign for me. But it passed. You all and finishing some writing were a part of what helped.

 

Eventually, I managed to crack through a certain shell and learning to let myself be vulerable again led me to a lot of good. It's important to reflect back on just how far one has come but also not hold it against yourself when you're not okay. Still, it was quite something to suddenly be hit by the realization one day that I actually had real confidence and people liked me.

 

I think it was about five years since I wrote any real attempts at fiction. I have an entire novel idea that has been sitting around mostly in my head and in scribbled notes in a notebook, and in a few initial typed pages. I've been thinking about dragging it out for NaNoWriMo this year since I feel more flexible in writing these past couple of months.

 

You seem to write passionately and let it all spill out and then refine, which sometimes happens to me too. Some people find it helps to write more mechanically. I usually front load with feelings and skip around and don't write sequentially. There's room to learn new skills but I think what you have put up so far shows a good degree of care.

 

Other times I craft it all bit by bit and poke at each section. I have a general outline in my head and then figure out how to connect the pieces. But you do raise a good point about the experience of working in a new language. Though I do speak and write in Spanish, my English is simply something that flows better though if I work at it, I can create something that is pretty expressive in my second language too. But it's a lot of flexibility that comes with usage, and it can sometimes be discouraging if you haven't. But we discourage ourselves the most!  I'm glad you feel that connection again though. It feels great, doesn't it?

 

 

 

And yes, frilly cakes for all! And glad you are using your Fly'Harel skills well on the cookie matter.

 

 

 

 

 

Out of likes. Yet more hearts for you     

 

Consider writing your novel. You have a very gentle and subtle style, and when you convey feels it's not the over-the-top dramatic way, it's truly feels. So I'm very curious what kind of original story will come out of that. 

[Cee]

Out of likes. Yet more hearts for you     

 

Consider writing your novel. You have a very gentle and subtle style, and when you convey feels it's not the over-the-top dramatic way, it's truly feels. So I'm very curious what kind of original story will come out of that. 

 

Novel idea summed up: Cause characters pain and see what happens afterward.

[CapricornSun]

Sharing you guys these wonderful Solas gifs by solas-an. Look at him move! 

 

Source: http://solas-an.tumb...y-hot-literally

 

[Cee]

I prefer the more humble mage gear for Solas, but I can't say that he doesn't wear that armor well.

[Sable Rhapsody]

Sharing you guys these wonderful Solas gifs by solas-an. Look at him move! 

Aww yeah Solas. Swing dat sword

 

Though I am slightly disappointed that his new Dread Wolf digs cover his glorious booty.  What is that piece of fabric even called?  A butt cape?

[MayriyaNoori]

@Cee and drosophila

You guys sharing all that stuff is pretty inspiring to the beginning writer. Just had to say that.

[CapricornSun]

I prefer the more humble mage gear for Solas, but I can't say that he doesn't wear that armor well.

 

I do miss his apostate attire but yeah, I'm not complaining. 

 

Also, what weapon is he wielding? It looks more like a flaming greatsword.

 

EDIT: Call me ignorant or whatever but I didn't even think he could wield a sword in-game.

[Cee]

Aww yeah Solas. Swing dat sword

 

Though I am slightly disappointed that his new Dread Wolf digs cover his glorious booty.  What is that piece of fabric even called?  A butt cape?

 

Butt cape and crotch pelt. Solas, please let Dorian assist you.

[drosophila]

Novel idea summed up: Cause characters pain and see what happens afterward.

 

Sounds like something I'd read

 

I prefer the more humble mage gear for Solas, but I can't say that he doesn't wear that armor well.

 

I like the apostate hobo look the most as well, but shiny armored leggings 

[drosophila]

@Cee and drosophila

You guys sharing all that stuff is pretty inspiring to the beginning writer. Just had to say that.

 

Dude, if what I've read from you is the beginning, I'm seriosuly looking forward to when you get more experience. 

 

Mirrors 

[Sable Rhapsody]

Also, what weapon is he wielding? It looks more like a flaming sword.

 

My desire for a Zuko-and-Azula style Agni Kai with Solas is increasing by the moment.

 

 

Butt cape and crotch pelt. Solas, please let Dorian assist you.

 

Dorian approves of the overall bling and swagger, and disapproves of butt cape, crotch pelt, and knee faces.  Still, baby steps. 

[Rascoth]

Also, what weapon is he wielding? It looks more like a flaming sword.

It's Blade of Tidarion. Staff that got added with Trespasser 

Best. Thing. Ever. For KE. You can finally be real close-combat mage.

[Sable Rhapsody]

It's Blade of Tidarion. Staff that got added with Trespasser 

Best. Thing. Ever. For KE. You can finally be real close-combat mage.

 

Oooooh.  Shiny.  Looking forward to that with Adaar.  Do you remember where it is in Trespasser?  I rushed a bit with Lavellan, and it doesn't look familiar.

 

EDIT:  Oh dear, ToP.  Have an old-school Solas, from a more innocent time.

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source: http://aimo.deviantart.com/

[Moondreamer01]

Oooooh.  Shiny.  Looking forward to that with Adaar.  Do you remember where it is in Trespasser?  I rushed a bit with Lavellan, and it doesn't look familiar.

The wiki says it's from the astratrium quest in Crestwood.

[Flemmy]

Ah well I give up on following up and take a high-jump so please don't sue in the future

[Rascoth]

Oooooh.  Shiny.  Looking forward to that with Adaar.  Do you remember where it is in Trespasser?  I rushed a bit with Lavellan, and it doesn't look familiar.

It's level 13 staff that you can now get from Crestwood Astrarium. Or - better - you can get schematic for completing "Stop War Between Nevarra and Tevinter" war table operation.

[CapricornSun]

It's Blade of Tidarion. Staff that got added with Trespasser 

Best. Thing. Ever. For KE. You can finally be real close-combat mage.

 

Ooooh! That sounds awesome!

Looking forward to getting that weapon for my male Lavellan mage! (I'm planning on making him a Knight Enchanter.) 

[Sable Rhapsody]

The wiki says it's from the astratrium quest in Crestwood.

 

It's level 13 staff that you can now get from Crestwood Astrarium. Or - better - you can get schematic for completing "Stop War Between Nevarra and Tevinter" war table operation.

 

Thank you both!  Though I did just craft a bling-ed out staff for Adaar...boo.  I'll just give it to Dorian

[Cee]

@Cee and drosophila

You guys sharing all that stuff is pretty inspiring to the beginning writer. Just had to say that.

 

Everyone has stories. I think I place particular emphasis on that in life without thinking about it much. Intuitive maybe? But you've been writing both feels and entertaining stuff so I don't think you come off anywhere near as a beginner. A lot of life informs this stuff, and whether you're just having fun and editing keystrokes from a 2-year old in writing breezy mixed with heavy feels Zevran rebounds or something pours out about mirrors, it shows a good understanding.

[Cee]

Ooooh! That sounds awesome!

Looking forward to getting that weapon for my male Lavellan mage! (I'm planning on making him a Knight Enchanter.) 

My m!Lavellan is also going KE, so I shall have to acquire this.

[Garnet]

Sunny! I am late to the party, but I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate all the art posts! (From you and everyone else who posts art or stories!)

*fade hug*

And in the future, maybe just linking to the profile of the person who draws nsfw and having other people search for it will work? idk.

I wanted to offer a suggestion but I don't have any good ones. :x *hangs head in shame*

And I am out of likes but I want to like all the things! Thus is life on the Solas thread!

I you guys. I'm feeling emotionally mushy today~

(Generally how I feel about this thread)

[Sable Rhapsody]

I you guys. I'm feeling emotionally mushy today~

(Generally how I feel about this thread)

 

Cuddle puddle   I think I'm the kitty in the middle who's facepalming against the light and doesn't want to wake up