heroslayer: (Default)
In an effort to get over my writer's block and get some writing done, I'm taking on this table. I'm going to try and get every prompt done, though it'll likely take me awhile -- given that there's three hundred prompts here -- and will probably span all of my verses. Each fic will also likely be more than a hundred words, even though I think this was meant to be a drabble challenge, since I'm terrible at keeping to a specific word count. I'll try to work in as many of the fic ideas you all suggested earlier into this, too.

Table courtesy of [livejournal.com profile] keep_them_safe.

the table )
heroslayer: (cut one of my nightmares out of paper)
(ooc: From [livejournal.com profile] kittydesade's Arcana)

THE BLADE

Because of the atrocities and horrors which sentient being has committed upon sentient being for so long, it has given rise to an archetype to take the thoughts and nightmares of these people. The Blade is both victim and victimizer. Akin to the Twins in this respect, he is both sides of the coin, one of the most common phenomenon amongst the perpetrators of these atrocities being the cycle of abuse. Those who abuse others were themselves abused at some point; those who committed atrocities often once had atrocities perpetrated on them. This is by far and away not most commonly true in the real world, but archetypes deal with extremes found in stories, and it is as common as dirt in the stories.

The Blade takes on both persons as the story or situation requires it, encompassing the pain of both, the rage and helplessness and the hurt and in the victimizer's case, the inability to empathize or to rid himself of ego long enough to stop himself from assaulting the other person. Usually there is only one Blade per work of fiction, although in particularly long works the archetype may manifest more than once at separate intervals. In the Wild Cards anthology series the character of The Astronomer was replaced, in terms of archetype, by Mackie Messer. Mackie Messer was appropriately (for the archetype) also known as Mack the Knife. Quixotically, Mack the Knife was displayed (although not described within the play) as a womanizer more than a murderer, and so does not fall within this archetype.

The Blade is never stable, never has been, no matter how sane or rational or lucid he may seem. He can think for himself, often he can function at a basic level within the society, arousing no suspicion from those around him. He keeps to himself because his social skills are not up to a lengthy conversation with anyone whom he would have to relate with on a scale, in a field he is not used to. Too, he must maintain control of himself and his surroundings, creating an almost pathological need to dominate any situation he is in.

Despite this, the Blade can be controlled by one more intelligent or more socially adept than he, or more aware of his strengths and weaknesses. In cases where there is more than one serial killer there has always been a documented stronger, more influential party. Blades are called such both because they are fond of personal and intimate weapons, such as knives, and because they themselves are often used as weapons. It takes a strong will to wield such a personality, to direct them to a series of chosen targets, but it can be done and often is in works of fiction where the Blade figure is the lesser of an array of evils. Consider the example of the titular character Bill in the Kill Bill movies, and the character of Elle Driver.
heroslayer: (ignorant insects got nothing on me)
1. Considering how many people are already on the planet and how many people are born every day? Overpopulation. It might not be an end to humanity, but it'd sure as hell kill this planet faster than anything else.

2. Back when I was a kid, I remember being told that rainbows were God's way of promising that He'd never end the world in a flood again. I don't buy that. It might not be a rainstorm of biblical proportions this time, but I think the ice caps melting and the seas reclaiming everything still counts as a flood.

3. World War III, anyone?

4. There's a theory known as the Big Crunch theory -- it's basically the scientific opposite of the Big Bang Theory. The universe starts collapsing until all that's left is a black hole singularity. It might take awhile, but I'm pretty sure that'd end the world, don't you?

[Choices; locked] 5. People like Peter not being able to control themselves. I'm not saying it would be Peter, necessarily -- he's learned to keep a handle on himself since Kirby Plaza -- but still. [/locked]

6. Me. Oops?

7. Famine. This sort of goes along with my overpopulation theory. There are too many people and sooner or later, there won't be enough food to support everyone. The rich will hoard everything, the poor will starve to death, and then there'll be no one left to farm. If there's anywhere left to farm in the first place, considering what a good job people are doing raping this planet.

8. Rocks fall, everybody dies. The sun goes supernova, everybody dies.

9. In the history of the Earth, twelve ice ages have occurred. Another one wouldn't necessarily destroy the world, but it would kill everyone, just like it killed off the dinosaurs, and we'd be nothing more than a stain in the history books for whatever species came after us.

10. Not with a bang but a whimper.


Muse: Gabriel Gray (Sylar)
Fandom: Heroes
Word Count: 318
heroslayer: (everything froze into ice)


You Are Physics



You are a highly intellectual and intelligent person. There's not a subject that doesn't interest you. You are very drawn to theories, and you are capable of understanding incredibly complex ideas.



You are curious about everything around you - from the smallest cell to the universe as a whole. You believe that there are many connections in the world that we can't see. The way everything fits together fascinates you.



Disturbingly accurate, as always.
heroslayer: ([z] your toll at the gates of hell)
Pass a Secret Note Meme
heroslayer: (i am the closest thing to god)


You Are a Rook



You are good at both looking forward to the future and looking back to the past. You tend to make bold, dramatic moves. You can act quickly and cover a lot of ground.



You are good at taking out opponents in your field of vision that may be a problem later on. No one ever seems to see you coming, even though you're always right there watching them.

heroslayer: (you are the love i never found)
Comment here and ask me any question you want, I promise to answer truthfully no matter what it is -- but only one! And then you have to post the same offer to your own journal.

(As always, if we have more than one verse together, please specify which one.)
heroslayer: (disarm you with a smile)


You Are a Serial Killer Movie



You find the evil of other people to be fascinating, and you are obsessed with the twisted minds of serial killers. Forget the devil, vampires, or random monsters -- no one is capable of as much terror as a human is.



You love the psychological drama and mystery that comes with serial killer films. Being scared is just not enough for you! You like films that explore the sick killings of a murderer -- the sicker the better. You go for movies like Silence of the Lambs, American Psycho, and Zodiac.



No real shocker.
heroslayer: (find redemption in suffering)


Your Primary Mood Color is Red



You are a very passionate and fiery person. You have strong emotions, and you don't hold back. You are bold and quick acting. You aren't afraid to take the first step or make the first move.



You are an attention seeker, and you love to be the center of things. You've learned how to entertain people well. You are the type of person who the subject of speculation and gossip, and that's fine with you. You like to be talked about.

heroslayer: (i chose to move and to learn and to love)
The Dante's Inferno Test has banished you to the Seventh Level of Hell!
Here is how you matched up against all the levels:
LevelScore
Purgatory (Repenting Believers)Very Low
Level 1 - Limbo (Virtuous Non-Believers)Very Low
Level 2 (Lustful)High
Level 3 (Gluttonous)Moderate
Level 4 (Prodigal and Avaricious)High
Level 5 (Wrathful and Gloomy)Extreme
Level 6 - The City of Dis (Heretics)Very High
Level 7 (Violent)Extreme
Level 8- the Malebolge (Fraudulent, Malicious, Panderers)High
Level 9 - Cocytus (Treacherous)High

Take the Dante's Inferno Hell Test

Well, if I had any doubts as to whether or not I was going to hell ...
heroslayer: (all dressed up with nowhere to go)


You Are Balanced and Thoughtful



You view people with suspicion. There is a lot of interpersonal conflict in your life.



You had more conflict with your mother than your father. Your relationship with her was difficult and possibly unhealthy.



You deal with stress in a fairly normal way. Stress presents a struggle for you, but you're usually able to neutralize your emotions.



You require a lot of calm in your life. When things get too hectic, you need to step back and reassess things.


heroslayer: ([ability] end the planet in a holocaust)


You Believe That You're Powerful



You may not be the most courageous person, but you are able to get what you want from others. Whether you're manipulating, persuading, or inspiring, people just seem to want to follow you anywhere.



You respect people who have more power than you. You know it's not easy to move up in the world. You have no respect for anyone who accepts his low position in life. There's no excuse for weakness.


heroslayer: (do not screw with me)


Your Love Sign is Scorpio



You are a fiery person, and love gets very passionate for you very quickly. It's easy for you to become obsessed with someone. You can get quite possessive.



Luckily, you're seen as very attractive by many, so you tend to get involved in two-way obsessions. Your relationships are very intense and powerful. They usually sweep you away ... until you have a crash landing.

heroslayer: (disarm you with a smile)


Your Love is Orange



When you love someone, you're willing to put it all on the line. You are bold in your romantic choices. You find love to be exciting, and you'll take a risk on a dangerous relationship that might not work out.



You are very intelligent, and you are drawn in at first by a mental connection. Brains turn you on. For you, seduction and dating can be a bit of a game. You always have a clear picture of what's going on and what you need to do to succeed.



Surprised? I'm not.
heroslayer: (i am the closest thing to god)


Your Colors Say You Are Fearless



When you are at peace, you are: Deeply stable

When you are moved to act, you are: Courageous and resolute

When you are inspired, you are: Spontaneous and adventurous

When your life is perfectly balanced, you are: Philosophical and expressive

Your life's purpose is: To live a passionate life



Not sure how accurate this is.
heroslayer: (orly?)


You Are Confident and Dominant



You are a very independent, do it yourself kind of person. You've had to rely on yourself. You know how to be strong for yourself and the people you love. You have a protective streak.



You sometimes come off as a little assertive. You know what you want, and you're not afraid to go get it. The only thing you require from people is that they're straight with you. You are ready for the truth.

Profile

heroslayer: (Default)
Sylar

February 2013

S M T W T F S
     12
3456789
10111213 141516
17181920212223
2425262728  

Syndicate

RSS Atom

Most Popular Tags

Style Credit

Expand Cut Tags

No cut tags
Page generated Jul. 15th, 2025 08:54 am
Powered by Dreamwidth Studios