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posted on r/AITA by u/RexLapisRocks

A prominent actor recently posted in IAmA about his upcoming film, which contains numerous and egregious historical inaccuracies. I called him out on it, and he had no satisfactory answer to give me, but insisted I was “reading too much into it” and that “nobody cares about ancient history.” As a result, I wrote a very long blog post exposing the many issues with his film. This post has now had approximately 17 viewers and 2 likes on FaceBook. AITA for calling so much attention to his faults?

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r/movies · Posted by u/traveler 3 hours ago.

HYPE for rex lapis

Movies

Looks like Harbor of Contracts and Stone is getting pretty good reviews, especially for a historical film. Anybody else pumped to see it?

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ChillExorcist24 points · 2 hours ago

you bet! Rex Lapis is a personal hero of mine. I’m excited to see him on the big screen. Hopefully it sucks less this time…

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zhenyu22 points · 2 hours ago

yeah no kidding The Guili Assembly was boring af sorry but it’s true

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RexLapisRocks-6 points · 2 hours ago

I for one will not be seeing it. The historical liberties that have been taken with the story are so absurd as to be nearly blasphemous.

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traveler2 points · 2 hours ago

Oh yeah? Like what? I don’t know much about it.

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RexLapisRocks5 points · 2 hours ago

There are various inaccuracies in dress, manner of speaking, props, and the setting. However most egregious is the addition of an utterly uncalled for and frankly insulting romantic arc that tarnishes Our Lord’s most revered memory.

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traveler12 points · 2 hours ago

Right I heard about that. He romances tartaglia in this one right? But I remember high school history enough to know that Tartaglia’s probably the one who killed him, that’s pretty fucked up

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Childe_1157 points · 2 hours ago

Hey the actor who plays Tartaglia is pretty hot. It’s rated M for a reason ;)

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RexLapisRocks-4 points · 2 hours ago

I do not care what he looks like. Rex Lapis, stone bless his soul, is probably turning over in his grave right now.

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traveler28 points · 2 hours ago

Ajax? Yeah, he’s pretty fine, wouldn’t mind seeing him make out with Rex Lapis

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r/IAmA · Posted by u/From_Snezhnaya_With_Love 3 hours ago.

Hey, it's your boy Ajax! Ask me anything!

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Hey Reddit! I’m Ajax, international man of mystery and widely recognized sex symbol. I play Tartaglia in the upcoming film The Harbor of Contracts and Stone. It’s in theaters next week and you can get your tickets online now. I take my shirt off a couple times so you definitely don’t want to miss it! AMA

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TheOneAndOni127 points · 2 hours ago

Hey bro just wanted to say I fucking love your work, what’s next for you?

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love231 points · 2 hours ago

Thanks! I plan to move on to a film set in Inazuma, where I’ll be working with my good friend Kunikuzushi on an espionage thriller.

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scarymoose507 points · 2 hours ago

we are not friends

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love118 points · 2 hours ago

Dude I’m just going off the publicist’s script

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scarymoose121 points · 2 hours ago

whatever

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RexLapisRocks37 points · 2 hours ago

Can I just say your work is excellent, Kunikuzushi?
I find you add a captivating element of chaos to every movie you’re in.
Your last masterpiece about Inazuman history had every detail precisely and accurately rendered.

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scarymoose89 points · 2 hours ago

yeah i told the set designers they’d be blacklisted if they fucked up even a single detail

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ChillExorcist237 points · 2 hours ago

Hey Ajax, what’s your workout routine?

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love316 points · 2 hours ago

Krav Maga. Nothing for it like beating the shit out of a punching bag or getting into a fight.

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ChillExorcist112 points · 2 hours ago

That’s cool! I like Kung Fu myself. I’ve been a student of the art for years.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love467 points · 2 hours ago

Come fight me sometime.

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RexLapisRocks108 points · 2 hours ago

Ajax, I would hear your answer for the many historical inaccuracies in your film.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love435 points · 2 hours ago

Uh, sorry but I’m pretty sure the story is correct. Trust me, we had some excellent historians help us with it.

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RexLapisRocks34 points · 2 hours ago

I would like their names and contact information.

I would also like to set the record straight. From the trailer I have seen, it is clear you pay no attention to the style of dress and setting that are appropriate for that time. For example, the Millelith outfits of that day featured high collars, at least an inch higher than the abominations you consider costumes.

But most egregious is the insinuation that Tartaglia and Rex Lapis were romantically involved. Numerous historians have written extensively proving that this wasn’t the case.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love274 points · 2 hours ago

Idk man, everyone I talked to about the role said it happened.

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RexLapisRocks23 points · 2 hours ago

Rex Lapis, stone bless his soul, must be turning in his grave.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love114 points · 2 hours ago

Does he even have a grave?

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RexLapisRocks8 points · 2 hours ago

That is not the point.

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r/AITA · Posted by u/RexLapisRocks 1 hour ago.

AITA for questioning dubious historical storytelling?

AITA

A prominent actor recently posted in IAmA about his upcoming film, which contains numerous and egregious historical inaccuracies. I called him out on it, and he had no satisfactory answer to give me, but insisted I was “reading too much into it” and that “nobody cares about ancient history.” As a result, I wrote a very long blog post exposing the many issues with his film. This post has now had approximately 17 viewers and 2 likes on FaceBook. AITA for calling so much attention to his faults?

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spindrift27 points · 1 hour ago

NTA. If we don’t understand our history, we’re doomed to repeat it. I think you should stand up for what’s right, even if it’s just a little thing.

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darkknighthero6 points · 1 hour ago

History doesn’t really matter all that much. Let the past be the past.

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glacialwaltz3 points · 1 hour ago

Says the guy who broods about the past every single day.

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darkknighthero-2 points · 1 hour ago

I do not brood.

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CrimsonWitch46 points · 1 hour ago

NTA. For you to be the asshole in this scenario, someone needs to actually care about your opinion. From what I hear, that’s definitely not happening.

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RexLapisRocks-4 points · 1 hour ago

My blog post has now received 4 likes. I believe this is called “going viral.” It could deeply damage Ajax’s reputation.

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CrimsonWitch27 points · 1 hour ago

You’d better call his publicist and give him some warning, in that case.

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RexLapisRocks-1 point · 1 hour ago

That is an excellent idea. Perhaps the publicist can also answer for some of the errors the movie has made.

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CrimsonWitch18 points · 1 hour ago

I was being sarcastic but w/e

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Childe_1185 points · 1 hour ago

YTA for sure. I know for a fact that Ajax did a ton of research for that role. Do you even know anything about him?

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RexLapisRocks42 points · 1 hour ago

I will admit that before this film became popular, I didn’t even know who he was.

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CrimsonWitch57 points · 1 hour ago

What, do you live under a rock?

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RexLapisRocks12 points · 1 hour ago

If only

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Childe_1152 points · 1 hour ago

Ajax is a method actor. To become Tartaglia, he started a totally authentic workout regimen just like the kind of thing an Snezhnayan operative like Tartaglia would have done. He talked to probably every single Rex Lapis scholar out there to understand the role. Hell, he even learned how to do archery.
At least, that’s what I’ve heard.

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RexLapisRocks21 points · 1 hour ago

I have it on good authority that he did not in fact speak with the leading researcher on Rex Lapis’s life and legacy.

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Childe_1115 points · 1 hour ago

What you mean Dr. Zhongli?
His work is so biased Ajax didn’t even talk to him

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ChillExorcist67 points · 1 hour ago

Dude, how do you know that?

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RexLapisRocks12 points · 1 hour ago

Excuse me?

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Childe_1114 points · 1 hour ago

He’s the only historian who doesn’t think Rex Lapis and Tartaglia were totally fucking. idk if he has his head in the sand or what, but i got news for him: his precious rex lapis was totally tapping that harbinger ass

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RexLapisRocks23 points · 1 hour ago

Those claims are dubious at best, and it’s irresponsible to spread such misinformation.

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r/LiyueOpera · Posted by u/Yun_Jin 1 hour ago.

Promo for A Harbor of Stone and Contracts

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Hey Opera fans! Have you heard about this movie yet? Xinyan and I collaborated on the soundtrack. She did the fast and furious beats for Tartaglia and I composed an original song for Rex Lapis’ dying scene. Check it out if you get a chance!

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love652 points · 1 hour ago

You two are amazing! The film wouldn’t be half as good without your music.

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BarbedWire_Heart321 points · 1 hour ago

Aww, shucks Ajax! That’s awfully sweet. Thanks for sharing, Yun Jin. Can’t wait to see it on the big screen!

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boo_tao22 points · 1 hour ago

You forgot to remind everyone that Wangsheng Funeral Parlor was consulted on the song AND the details of the Rite of Parting
Stop by now and check out our coffin payment plans! Wangsheng Funeral Parlor

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ChillExorcist55 points · 1 hour ago

Risky click of the day but it is in fact a funeral parlor.

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RexLapisRocks54 points · 1 hour ago

Yun Jin, you did the music for this travesty? I am utterly shocked.

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Yun_Jin435 points · 1 hour ago

That’s not a very nice thing to say.

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RexLapisRocks124 points · 1 hour ago

Apologies, but you must have been aware of the many historical inaccuracies in the film.

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Yun_Jin243 points · 1 hour ago

I’m aware it’s a little controversial, but I’d rather not get into it online.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love237 points · 1 hour ago

You again? Seriously?

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RexLapisRocks29 points · 1 hour ago

I am always serious.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love198 points · 1 hour ago

What’s it gonna take to get you to quit hassling all the promo we’re doing?

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RexLapisRocks94 points · 1 hour ago

A full revision of the film would be preferable. I have a list of edits that I can forward to you.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love117 points · 1 hour ago

You know there was only one actual historian who disagreed with me, right?

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RexLapisRocks67 points · 1 hour ago

I am sure there were several.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love102 points · 1 hour ago

If I agree to meet with Dr. Zhongli and hear him out, will you please just chill? I promise to listen with an open mind.

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RexLapisRocks25 points · 1 hour ago

Very well. I shall refrain from more blog posts until you have done so.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love87 points · 1 hour ago

There’s a blog? Good lord…

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Notes:

I thought of a few more subreddits to incorporate so this is actually going to be three chapters total, not two.

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r/pettyrevenge · Posted by u/Childe_11 4 hours ago.

Got revenge by sucking his dick

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So there’s some backstory here. Basically what happened is that I did a ton of research for a project that I’m working on. I mean, I talked to a bunch of leading experts in the field and read a lot of books. Some were even in my second language, which is still a little hard for me to read. So safe to say I’m pretty well versed in this topic.

But there’s this one expert who disagrees with the widely accepted academic conclusions about the topic. And he just won’t. Shut. up. He has a whole blog about how I’m wrong and he’s right, and when I met with him to try and get him to chill, he just went on and on. It was the most annoying thing I’ve ever experienced, and if his voice wasn’t so low and sexy I probably would have punched him in his gorgeous face.

So he wouldn’t stop talking about how his interpretation is better than mine. I could tell he’d been thinking about it a lot and his arguments were pretty solid, so I did the only sane thing. I sucked his dick. That shut him up real good.

Now he’ll have to live with the knowledge that his arch nemesis and the guy who is definitely NOT WRONG about this issue made him cum. Suck it, professor.

tl;dr I got my revenge on this self-righteous asshole by sucking his dick

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traveler168 points · 4 hours ago

uh... sorry my dude but that doesn’t really sound like revenge. you failed to counter his arguments and then he got laid. sounds like it worked out pretty good for him

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Childe_1158 points · 4 hours ago

That is definitely not how it went down

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traveler80 points · 4 hours ago

well that’s what it sounds like

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Childe_1148 points · 4 hours ago

He is wallowing in regret this morning, i can assure you

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traveler67 points · 4 hours ago

so you stuck around the morning after too?

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Childe_1138 points · 4 hours ago

No. But I know he knows he got played

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glacialwaltz70 points · 4 hours ago

You know I did basically the same thing once.

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darkknighthero98 points · 4 hours ago

You what

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glacialwaltz56 points · 4 hours ago

I posted mine in r/prorevenge because my dick sucking skills are that good

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darkknighthero81 points · 4 hours ago

That was revenge?

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glacialwaltz34 points · 4 hours ago

If you have to ask, you don’t deserve to know

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barGaytos45 points · 4 hours ago

I too have done this. It’s more common than you’d think

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darkknighthero24 points · 4 hours ago

If it’s revenge, it’s not very effective

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glacialwaltz23 points · 4 hours ago

That’s what you think.

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darkknighthero12 points · 4 hours ago

That’s what I know

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foxylady93 points · 4 hours ago

Oh my, this would make a brilliant plot for a light novel

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Childe_1147 points · 4 hours ago

Yeah it would, I can send you some details if you want

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foxylady58 points · 4 hours ago

These details better not involve a picture of your penis

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Childe_1135 points · 4 hours ago

My penis is for my rival’s viewing pleasure only. Ha! That would show him. I’m gonna send him a pic right now

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foxylady24 points · 4 hours ago

Sweet summer child, I think you’ve misunderstood the assignment

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r/relationships · Posted by u/RexLapisRocks 4 hours ago.

He snuck out this morning without saying goodbye.

Relationships

Last night I had what I believe is known as a “one night stand” with someone whom I had previously argued with over academic issues. After arguing with him over the internet, I was certain he was an odious and unintelligent person, but when we met he turned out to be charming, attractive, and very clever.

He was also extremely… forward in his attentions. His seduction technique was simply to grab at my crotch, but admittedly it did work. After sex, he passed out almost immediately. I believe it is because his job is very demanding, and he was probably exhausted by his current level of stress. He is very pretty when he is sleeping.

I can’t help but wonder if I did something wrong to make him leave so abruptly. And I would like advice about how to entice him to return.

Update: He just sent me a picture of his genitals. I am honestly not sure what to do.

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theOneAndOni68 points · 4 hours ago

This is why you gotta perfect your cuddle technique, bro. With my numero uno snugglehug skills, I always keep my gf from sneaking out

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TenguFeathers91 points · 4 hours ago

That was one time. And you made me late for work because you wouldn’t let go!

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theOneAndOni46 points · 4 hours ago

Hey baby. If I didn’t know you were a cop I’d think it would be illegal for you to look this fine ;)

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TenguFeathers63 points · 4 hours ago

You’re a menace.

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CrimsonWitch85 points · 4 hours ago

You should break up with him. He’s obviously trash, don’t waste your time. Who seduces someone by grabbing at their crotch? You deserve better, internet stranger.

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RexLapisRocks34 points · 4 hours ago

I will admit to some surprise at realizing I did in fact desire him. He is certainly not my usual type.

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ChillExorcist53 points · 4 hours ago

Hey man, that’s just how it goes. You find love in the weirdest places. Look at me, my bf is a nerdy bookworm who would rather stay inside reading than get some sun. But I love him and we’re great together.

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RexLapisRocks23 points · 4 hours ago

You’re very wise. This is a similar situation, in fact it makes me think of Rex Lapis.

After all, Tartaglia was the furthest thing from a perfect match for Rex Lapis, and yet… I can’t help but wonder.

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r/AskReddit · Posted by u/ChillExorcist 3 hours ago.

If you could have sex with a historical figure

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If you could have sex with any historical figure, who would it be and why?

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TenguFeathers128 points · 3 hours ago

Definitely the Raiden Shogun. For obvious reasons.

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theOneAndOni45 points · 3 hours ago

Not the Red Oni from the Oni Story?

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TenguFeathers69 points · 3 hours ago

No

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theOneAndOni53 points · 3 hours ago

But the Red Oni is definitely second place, right?

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TenguFeathers68 points · 3 hours ago

No

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BlueBroni148 points · 3 hours ago

I’d pick the Red Oni, bro

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theOneAndOni73 points · 3 hours ago

For real?

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BlueBroni36 points · 3 hours ago

You're my whole world, broni

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theOneAndOni23 points · 3 hours ago

Broni...

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barGaytos60 points · 3 hours ago

Barbatos, no question. I just know he was secretly a freak

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ChillExorcist180 points · 3 hours ago

Username checks out

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RexLapisRocks40 points · 3 hours ago

Historical records agree with you, actually

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barGaytos39 points · 3 hours ago

Called it

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Childe_11241 points · 4 hours ago

I choose Rex Lapis. Have you seen any of the artwork from that period? Motherfucker was hot af

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ChillExorcist70 points · 3 hours ago

Whoever cast The Harbor of Contracts and Stone did a good job too

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RexLapisRocks159 points · 3 hours ago

I would choose Guizhong. She was Rex Lapis’ wife who tragically passed away long before he did. She was said to be the epitome of beauty and grace.

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Childe_11491 points · 4 hours ago

I changed my mind. I also choose Rex Lapis’ dead wife

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RexLapisRocks37 points · 3 hours ago

Hearing you put it that way makes me realize I have chosen crudely. Instead, I’ve decided on Tartaglia.

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Childe_1132 points · 4 hours ago

Fuck. Why?

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RexLapisRocks37 points · 3 hours ago

Since yesterday, I have read three scholarly books written on the subject of Tartaglia and have begun to wonder if I am in fact wrong about his character. I believe if I were to have sex with him, it would help me unravel this mystery.

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Childe_1159 points · 3 hours ago

Oh my god. I think I have a magic dick.

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RexLapisRocks14 points · 3 hours ago

Excuse me?

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Chapter 3

Notes:

thank you to the nerd on r/fishing who i stole tighnari's copypasta from

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r/tifu · Posted by u/RexLapisRocks 17 hours ago.

TIFU by insisting on historical accuracy

Today I Fucked Up

It must be said that my quest started out well intentioned. A few days ago, I had what’s known colloquially as a “one night stand.” However, I found my partner very attractive, clever, and charming. Perhaps you could go so far as to say I was smitten with him.

Today I decided I would try to woo this enchanting individual. I purchased flowers based on what I know of his personality and brought them to his place of work, which happens to be a movie set. Once there, I was on my way to deliver the flowers when I happened upon a few actors in costume.

For context, this was a movie set during the Archon War era. The actors were dressed as soldiers in Morax’s army. However, their costumes contained several egregious errors including slight deviations in the style of buttons and the length of hemlines.

I set the flowers aside and politely informed them of their errors, pointing them to specific resources they could use to correct the issues. However, the object of my affections happened to walk by, and when he heard my lecture, he became very angry. He told me that my issues with the costumes were “minor” and “petty” and that I was “just doing this to get back at him.”

Before I could defend myself, or give him the flowers, he had security escort me off the set. I can only hope my next attempt to win his heart is more fruitful.

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TheOneAndOni79 points · 16 hours ago

Don’t feel bad friend, it happens to the best of us. One time I brought flowers for this cute guy who’s some big shot in the military and he had the MPs kick me out of the base

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GeneralPuppy54 points · 16 hours ago

You were bringing flowers?

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TheOneAndOni53 points · 16 hours ago

Well I couldn’t exactly afford flowers, but it’s the thought that counts, right?

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GeneralPuppy89 points · 16 hours ago

Not if I had to have the MPs drag you out…

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forestwatcher43 points · 16 hours ago

No one appreciates scholarly work anymore. Just the other day someone told me I was boring, just because I explained in great detail the chemical structure of the scent given off by a Sumeru Rose.

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TheOneAndOni68 points · 16 hours ago

Uh, that is kind of boring my dude.

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forestwatcher105 points · 4 hours ago

The average human shares 97.64% of their DNA with the common shroomboar, but I believe that for you the percentage must be significantly higher.

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TheOneAndOni13 points · 16 hours ago

Oh yeah, well… I can make smart insults too! I just can’t think of one right now

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honeybun163 points · 16 hours ago

I think that’s really sweet! What are you going to try next?

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RexLapisRocks34 points · 16 hours ago

I don’t know. Do you have any suggestions?

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honeybun48 points · 16 hours ago

Well my girlfriend took me hang gliding. It was amazing! We had so much fun! Then she cooked me a fancy dinner and well… she’s not the best cook, but I loved it because she made it just for me.

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RexLapisRocks13 points · 16 hours ago

Hmm… Perhaps a personal touch is needed. I have written several books on relevant historical topics. I could sign one and send it to him, providing both a thoughtful gift and the resources he would need to correct the errors in his documentary.

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foxylady48 points · 16 hours ago

I’m looking forward to seeing you back here once that plan backfires spectacularly.

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RexLapisRocks15 points · 16 hours ago

But my books are quite readable and engaging. My students all enjoy them immensely.

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honeybun79 points · 16 hours ago

I agree, that doesn’t sound like such a good idea.

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r/fishing · Posted by u/Childe_11 13 hours ago.

Keep pulling the same stupid fish

Fishing

You know how sometimes you’re at a lake and there’s one big stupid golden koi swimming around and no matter how hard you try to hook something else that fish just keeps texting you?

And it’s a really pretty fish with nice eyes and a sexy voice but you’re just so sick of its bullshit so you want to catch literally anything else? I’ve been catching it over and over, and then I try to let it go but every time it just keeps coming back. It even tried to scare away the other fish that might want to get on my hook.

The worst thing is that I’m kind of starting to like it.

I dunno, guess I just needed to vent. Has this happened to anyone else?

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ChillExorcist79 points · 13 hours ago

Is this really about fishing?

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Childe_1132 points · 13 hours ago

Yes

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BennysAdventureTeam58 points · 13 hours ago

I agree, this seems like it’s about something else

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Childe_118 points · 13 hours ago

It's not

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forestwatcher180 points · 13 hours ago

So you've decided to give fishing a go. Good Luck. More than likely you've perused the internet for the countless how to catch fish videos, or how to do this and that tutorials. I've watched thousands of them. They're mostly made and produced by avid or hardcore fishermen who know the ins and outs of everything it takes to catch fish. However these videos fail to demonstrate or talk about many of the frustrations of what it's like to be a beginner fisherman. So looking back on my 22 years of fishing I've put together a piece tailored to removing some of the frustrations of learning to fish. I'd like to preface this by stating I fish lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams, in the northeastern Mondstat, mostly for Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Musky, pike pickerel and trout. My advice will be tailored towards this style. First off let's start with your setup. Every video I watch talks about the line they're using paired with the length and sturdiness of the rod, which reel is best and what's good for what bait/style/fish. Don't worry about that. I've caught the majority of my fish using a rod/reel I bought as a backup for 50 mora. Don't break your bank. Get yourself a cheap rod, and some 8-12 pound MONO-FILAMENT line. Why mono-filament? Because it's the easiest to work with. IF your starting out, braided line can be frustrating, Fluorocarbon can be extremely difficult to completely spool your reel on. We'll touch more on this later. So now you need some lures. Ever walk into a fishing store? The choices/styles/methods are seemingly endless. The following are my recommended lures for beginners. They are simple to fish correctly and their simplicity leads to most fish targeting them.

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Childe_1153 points · 13 hours ago

Fuck off with the copypasta I’m not a beginner

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forestwatcher58 points · 4 hours ago

If you don’t want advice, don’t fucking ask for it.

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Childe_1160 points · 13 hours ago

Did you even read my post or are you karma fishing

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forestwatcher# points · 4 hours ago

At least I’d be able to catch something, unlike you.

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r/AskReddit · Posted by u/ChillExorcist 11 hours ago.

Soulmates

Ask Reddit

You meet your soulmate. What are they like?

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bootao72 points · 10 hours ago

Dead

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ChillExorcist OP172 points · 10 hours ago

That’s grim

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bootao59 points · 10 hours ago

No it’s fine

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TheDoctorIsIn70 points · 10 hours ago

Exactly like me in every single way

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barGaytos712 points · 10 hours ago

This man fucks (his clone)

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cookinmama61 points · 10 hours ago

Someone with a strong stomach

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BennysAdventureTeam81 points · 10 hours ago

You know I once ate an entire pinecone just plain. I wasn’t even hungry!

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ChillExorcist73 points · 10 hours ago

Why would you do that if you weren’t hungry?

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BennysAdventureTeam91 points · 10 hours ago

Someone dared me

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Childe_1174 points · 10 hours ago

I’m thinking someone older, someone really smart with a lot of knowledge. If he had a deep sexy voice that wouldn’t hurt, and I’d like… ah fuck

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bluebroni59 points · 10 hours ago

He’d be an oni like me, but a red oni not a blue one. Someone with a big heart who’s always smiling. He’d fight for what’s right and even if he’s not super smart, he cares a lot about his family and friends. He’d be a leader, like of a gang or something, and he’d like TCGs and be allergic to beans.

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TheOneAndOni41 points · 10 hours ago

He sounds awesome dude! I hope you find someone just like this.

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TenguFeathers57 points · 10 hours ago

This is so sad

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TheOneAndOni12 points · 10 hours ago

What, why?

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RexLapisRocks81 points · 10 hours ago

I believe my soulmate is Ajax, who played Tartaglia in A Harbor of Stone and Contracts

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Childe_1112 points · 10 hours ago

What

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RexLapisRocks31 points · 10 hours ago

You again? Have you not had enough?

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Childe_1162 points · 10 hours ago

Ajax wouldn’t give you the time of day

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RexLapisRocks61 points · 10 hours ago

Ah. I believe you’re right. However, that doesn’t change the way I feel about him.

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ChillExorcist61 points · 10 hours ago

How do you know that?

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traveler73 points · 10 hours ago

Are you sure? There’s a lot of rumors about how Ajax is secretly a psycho, and I read he had his security throw someone off the set of new documentary for no reason

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Childe_1115 points · 10 hours ago

The paparazzi picked up on that? Fucking hell

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RexLapisRocks74 points · 10 hours ago

I’m sure it was all a misunderstanding. I hope all parties involved can be forgiving. Ajax is a fascinating person, and the person kicked off the set was utterly smitten with him, if perhaps lacking in tact.

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Childe_1149 points · 10 hours ago

Ugh. Fine. You win. You just don’t know when to quit, you fucking gorgeous golden koi. Guess you’re a keeper after all.

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RexLapisRocks61 points · 10 hours ago

Excuse me?

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r/AskHistorians · Posted by u/Childe_11 8 hours ago.

A historians ideal date

Ask Historians

I should start off by saying I’m asking this for a friend. Who is definitely not my highly public alter ego. So just remember that this is not actually for me.

Um, anyway. My friend met this historian, and even though their relationship was really rocky at first, the historian won him over with his wily charms. It doesn’t help that this guy has a really sexy voice, and his eyes are this piercing shade of gold, and he’s so smart about almost everything except relationships.

I mean, that’s what my friend says, anyway.

Basically, my friend wants to take this historian on the date of a lifetime. Like really blow his mind. But I have no idea what historians like. Any help?

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forestwatcher260 points · 7 hours ago

This is a forum for academic conversations

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Childe_11273 points · 8 hours ago

Says a guy who’s obviously never been laid in his life

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forestwatcher# points · 8 hours ago

I’m guessing your “friend” here is the one actually in that situation

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Childe_1167 points · 8 hours ago

Fight me

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sexy_librarian81 points · 8 hours ago

This is sweet. Kind of sad, but sweet. Have you considered taking him to a library or bookstore? If he’s published a book, you should go find it and make a big deal about it. Academic authors like that.

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Childe_1161 points · 8 hours ago

Actually he already sent me a signed copy with a lot of passive-aggressive underlining

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sexy_librarian82 points · 8 hours ago

He sounds wonderful

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susbedo138 points · 8 hours ago

What kind of historian is he? Someone who studies Archon War era military history is going to have different taste than someone who studies the lineage of Sumerian deities.

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Childe_1141 points · 8 hours ago

He’s an expert in Archon War history in Liyue. He knows pretty much everything about Rex Lapis and is really insufferable about it

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RexLapisRocks73 points · 8 hours ago

What a peculiar coincidence. I too happen to specialize in the history of Liyue, particularly as it pertains to Rex Lapis. If you are located in Liyue, I can recommend a few venues.

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Childe_1151 points · 8 hours ago

Yeah that’d be great

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RexLapisRocks31 points · 8 hours ago

Have you had lunch at the Jade Chamber? The view is magnificent, though the fare is perhaps a bit pricey for a mere professor.

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Childe_1124 points · 8 hours ago

Making reservations now. I’ll call you

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RexLapisRocks74 points · 8 hours ago

You’ll call me? How would you get my number? And why? I don’t believe we’re acquainted.

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Childe_1195 points · 8 hours ago

You are the stupidest smart person I know

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r/books · Posted by u/RexLapisRocks 17 hours ago.

Tartaglia: Harbinger of the Final Contract

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Greetings, Reddit. My name is Zhongli and I am a historian specializing in the late Rex Lapis era. Today I’m here to answer questions about my newest nonfiction book. You can pick up a copy of “Tartaglia: Harbinger of the Final Contract” anywhere they sell books.

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zhenyu315 points · 16 hours ago

Hey Zhongli, I’m a huge fan! I loved your book about Rex Lapis’ military strategies. What made you want to write about Tartaglia?

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RexLapisRocks134 points · 16 hours ago

Let’s just say I had some inspiration.

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foxylady89 points · 16 hours ago

Does this “inspiration” have anything to do with the rumors about Ajax?

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RexLapisRocks51 points · 16 hours ago

I’m not sure what you are referring to.

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foxylady83 points · 16 hours ago

There are some very blurry photos of him kissing someone in Liyue Harbor just outside the Temple of Lapis. I’m sure his lover would rather stay incognito.

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RexLapisRocks41 points · 16 hours ago

While I do think it is reprehensible that the paparazzi never give Ajax a moment’s respite, a reveal of this nature would not bother his lover in the slightest. Whoever Ajax is kissing in that photo loves him very deeply, and would not mind sharing that with the world.

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ChillExorcist62 points · 16 hours ago

How could you possibly know that?

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foxylady51 points · 16 hours ago

Is that so? Hmm, I wonder if this would make for a compelling light novel.

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Childe_1141 points · 16 hours ago

You’re a hopeless romantic.

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RexLapisRocks31 points · 16 hours ago

Yet you love it.

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Childe_1129 points · 16 hours ago

Yeah, I do

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yunjin516 points · 16 hours ago

I see the book is dedicated “To my own Tartaglia, who came into my life like a storm.” Can you tell us what this means?

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RexLapisRocks371 points · 16 hours ago

I wrote it for someone very dear to me. Someone who I believe Tartaglia would have found a kindred spirit.

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yunjin428 points · 16 hours ago

You changed your mind about the relationship between Rex Lapis and Tartaglia. I remember when you were adamant that there was no romance there at all.

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RexLapisRocks348 points · 16 hours ago

Revelations in my personal life made me realize that it is possible for one as rational and reserved as Rex Lapis was to be swept off his feet by a rising tide. Water can erode even the most determined stone, and even one as reluctant as I can fall madly in love.

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From_Snezhnaya_With_Love863 points · 16 hours ago

I love you too.

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ChillExorcist412 points · 16 hours ago

Holy shit are you the real Ajax?

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foxylady317 points · 16 hours ago

My light novel plot thickens

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yunjin583 points · 16 hours ago

He’s your Tartaglia!

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Notes:

come find me on twitter where i run a zhongli thirst account.

and you can share the fic if you'd like.

thanks for reading!