iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

from the outside fuck cander always felt kinda over trite and simplistic, but far be it for me to tell other people not to go with what helps them abd now, from the other side it still feels simplistic and trite, and god damn i want it to have more power and catharsis, but it just doesn't for me

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

whats the return policy on today, because I'd really like to try another one

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

no guarantee but it might be worth talking to your librarians about adding one to the collection (if you can make good enough friends with one they probably do have one for internal use that you might be able to convince them to run for you but that's a very long game strat)

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

tragic ;-; and yeah, often under known, tho I also did figure if anyone would know what was available to them it'd be you, and that it was a known non option, but still felt worth the check

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

at the risk of sounding condescending does your library maybe have a lamination option? Mine has large format and pouch but thats in the makerspaces so less of a normal offering. I'd offer to spend some of my credit for you if not for the shipping of it all

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

a very happy Mean Girls Fullmetal Alchemist Gotcha day to my cat. Hard fo believe its been 7 years

A close up picture of a black cat with her eyes closed from the flash

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🌊 Kamome || カモメ 🌊 @kamomehex.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Today is Fullmetal Alchemist's day! ✨

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Seanan McGuire @seananmcguire.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Nahiri did nothing wrong.

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Okay foolishly stepping directly on the discourse rake, but There certainly is room for nuance around iced coffee and other specific drinks tho idk that its that deep But an absolute no beverages in interviews rule including water reeks of "Trick to legally filter out disabled candidates"

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I think I've got it figured out at this point (treating it as an adjustable garment but just at its maximum adjustment range) but it was way more hassle to get there than I'd expected

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

a very true and important point. Frustratingly Visna's adjustable waist-cincher-as-waistband deal actually seems very comfortable (at least for me personally, elastic bugs me more often than not), just physically impossible to the point its hard to tell of it was meant as waistband or belt 🙃

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I'm already losing my mind trying to figure out how visna's pants waistband is supposed to be constructed, so this cosplay is off to a great start

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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Gentle reminder that you can be angry about the lack of transparency offered by Mitch McConnell without resorting to ableist slurs. You can question his competency to serve in government without mocking his appearance. Disabled people are fighting to survive and ableist language hurts all of us.

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

im... of mixed minds on how to feel about it The general wave of "As charging hardware becomes more homogenized you are more likely to already have a compatible charger already, and including one is unnecessary at best and e waste at worst" idea isn't wrong But it does still also feel a lil cheap

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

there's definitely a reason the more historically grounded ones exist and an audience for them for sure and I love that they happen But I definitely roll my eyes when a place like my local ren faire where Rob the Bruce reigns tries to get prissy about "realism" Medieval Faire doesn't even sound bad

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Amusingly I feel like the self proclaimed anachronists at SCA do a better job of actually reflecting a history, tho a lot of faires try to pretend they're more sca and largely fail

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I definitely appreciate you recognizing that, too many people don't. FWIW I also think of you want to be even more stick in the mud pretentious about it in a fun and snarky way. Most of the aren't even actually doing Renaissance, it's almost all anachronistic "medium evil"

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

but we can throw the bathwater out without the baby

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

It's cool climbing gear or armor for their character. Or if you're absolutely opposed to doing whiter lies like that, they like wearing it and think it makes them look cool, simple as. If there's problematic behavior, whether the furry stuff or people doing kink scenes, we can and should ban that

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

i just like, even if the ren faire is supposed to be family friendly, which Im not actually all that opposed to, I think something like a harness in and of itself isn't necessarily family unfriendly too. Like god damn your kids not gonna know its kink stuff if you don't tell them...

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

next year is so miasmic for me, but man on the assumption i can make it work I'd so love to see you again

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

I have successfully received my new guy from @rathgames.bsky.social (and gotta plug good ol @mirrorslament.art for the design) i love him very much but. Very much didn't realize how big he'd be. Gotta think about where he goes in the ita bag

An enamel pin featuring an elf with short green hair that resembles two leaves at the top sitting in a ramen bowl with a red line decal and text reading "ビル" or biru (bill). His hands lay over the edge of the bowl. In the bowl with him is the noodles, a boiled egg split in half, fishcakes, and seaweed.

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Seelix the Seventh @seelix.com · 01/09/2026

Animal is on his way to @dragoncon.org! (Don’t worry, we took the car keys away from him.) Animal made and puppeteered by @anisotoph.bsky.social

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

take the time you need, it's some what different but not inapplicable but I have been operating very much under a mantra of "there will be so much time to be miserable later, the time to be happy is more limited" and you deserve to spend that limited time in a way that makes the most of it you can

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

As someone who does enjoy a more recreational and/or actual media producing streamer and YouTuber or two man its such a tight rope to walk to not fall into the personality streamer orbits. But also not cause like I don't even think he plays games or anything whats the point, whats the appeal?

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

was also about to say SOS by indirect references. Was reasonably popular with the Agnes Scott Crowd in my time, and really the only one i actually know of

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Chris Person @papapishu.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Tim Curry and Dolly passing in the same week, rough time in particular for homosexuals of a certain age.

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

honestly even with perfect controllable conditions, shit happens. Life is risk, and like thats how it works and its fine, but this one is such a such a simple way to get some significant risk mitigation

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

There was a whole tumblr discourse with iirc significant contribution from the dutch users about this, and I'm just so very "why not both" about it. Like yes we absolutely should make biking safer for cyclists, but c'mon wearing a helmet isn't that bad at all and yeah there's so much more than cars

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Amadi Lovelace @amaditalks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Remember that if you got the Moderna Covid vaccine, you have Dolly Parton to thank, she gave the largest individual contribution toward their research to make it possible.

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Alex Zalben @azalben.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Here's the official announcement of Parton's passing from her reps, along with the request that in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

NASHVILLE, TN (August 25, 2026) – Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com.

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com.

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🌈Tyranny🫧Sparkles🏳️‍🌈 @tyranny.sparklenoise.com · 25/08/2026

Dolly Parton with Keith Haring in 1985, incredible woman and supporter of LGBTQ people for decades going back to a time when few others dared.

Black and white photo of Dolly Parton with gay artist Keith Haring.

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Really hoping Dolly and Carl are happily together again, I'm so sad we don't get to have her with us anymore, but I also definitely got the real vibe she missed him immensely

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

oh no i knew i was forgetting something

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

*of the replicator, thanks autocorrect

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

But at least some of it being psychological to the point people would fail a blindfold taste test is also funny to me. I also cant decide if "Barclay is cursed to always get the worst preset" or "Barclay is an outlier in neurodiviergent heaven with consistent food" is the more apt choice

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

I also like the idea that in theory you could spend the time tweaking settings to get variety, but doing so kinda defeats the quick and easy purpose of the recipe so most people stick to the 5-10 presets maybe with slight preference tweaks, but not "as much variation in real cooking"

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

bluesky hates me and made me think it glitched a double post so i deleted it all, the attempt to recreate: I dont recall where i first saw the headcanon that "Tea, Earl Grey, Hot" is Picard's preferred spec shortcuts but it became a favorite of mine fast.

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

I'm team "too high fidelity" is a big part of it problem, tho I do also like the idea that theres some room (not a lot but some) for programmatic variability, so maybe its more like the same 5-10 burgers. But as a psych person I must suggest a factor of self-fulfilling prophecy with expectations

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

I hope it goes without saying that you have all the time you need on mine. It's such an awful moment to be in 💜

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I'm taking this as a challenge and will find some time to pebble hunt between now and con

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

have you done a fresh reinstall on discord? if not I would definitely assume the potential of still being compromised/recompromised.

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

look through your email/trash if you can get in, if they changed the discord email there should be an email about it that will let you revert doe 48 hrs, maybe they were smart and deleted it from trash but worth a shot

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

that's the rub, it's not meant to go anywhere else or different, but it takes forever to stop stinging so much to hold it 🫂

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Mirror is a great artist who's absolutely worth the commission, I cannot recommend them enough, I've been extremely satisfied with every piece I've gotten from them

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mirror 👁️🪞 exhausted changeling @mirrorslament.art · 11/08/2026

final repost before i try and sleep before work. i promise i can make your characters real cute with my chibis, if you’re willing to help the love of my life in return. she’s very silly, but to me she’s also the most precious creature in the entire world.

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The laws don't actually have such a deadline. theres's a 63 day timeline between notice to special election but no deadline this is disinfomation

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Raikai @raikaiko.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK DO YOU WANT ANDY TO DO. THERES NO VACANCY TO APPOINT TO NOR CALL A SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL. Yes McConnell can just be absent for the rest of the term, and his aides and employees still collect their paychecks, there are no safeguards against that, as by senate design

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