My Journey To Escape The War In Gaza

nrc is full of people who need to be studied under a microscope

cuddly....

new official ranwan art from the 5th volume of 2ha simplified cn edition!

If you're seeing this, I demand you to go write at least 500 words on your current project.

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Tips for writing flawed but lovable characters.

Flawed characters are the ones we root for, cry over, and remember long after the story ends. But creating a character who’s both imperfect and likable can feel like a tightrope walk. 

1. Flaws That Stem From Their Strengths

When a character’s greatest strength is also their Achilles' heel, it creates depth.

Strength: Fiercely loyal.

Flaw: Blind to betrayal or willing to go to dangerous extremes for loved ones.

“She’d burn the whole world down to save her sister—even if it killed her.”

2. Let Their Flaws Cause Problems

Flaws should have consequences—messy, believable ones.

Flaw: Impatience.

Result: They rush into action, ruining carefully laid plans.

“I thought I could handle it myself,” he muttered, staring at the smoking wreckage. “Guess not.”

3. Show Self-Awareness—or Lack Thereof

Characters who know they’re flawed (but struggle to change) are relatable. Characters who don’t realize their flaws can create dramatic tension.

A self-aware flaw: “I know I talk too much. It’s just… silence makes me feel like I’m disappearing.” A blind spot: “What do you mean I always have to be right? I’m just better at solving problems than most people!”

4. Give Them Redeeming Traits

A mix of good and bad keeps characters balanced.

Flaw: They’re manipulative.

Redeeming Trait: They use it to protect vulnerable people.

“Yes, I lied to get him to trust me. But he would’ve died otherwise.”

Readers are more forgiving of flaws when they see the bigger picture.

5. Let Them Grow—But Slowly

Instant redemption feels cheap. Characters should stumble, fail, and backslide before they change.

Early in the story: “I don’t need anyone. I’ve got this.”

Midpoint: “Okay, fine. Maybe I could use some help. But don’t get used to it.”

End: “Thank you. For everything.”

The gradual arc makes their growth feel earned.

6. Make Them Relatable, Not Perfect

Readers connect with characters who feel human—messy emotions, bad decisions, and all.

A bad decision: Skipping their best friend’s wedding because they’re jealous of their happiness.

A messy emotion: Feeling guilty afterward but doubling down to justify their actions.

A vulnerable moment: Finally apologizing, unsure if they’ll be forgiven.

7. Use Humor as a Balancing Act

Humor softens even the most prickly characters.

Flaw: Cynicism.

Humorous side: Making snarky, self-deprecating remarks that reveal their softer side.

“Love? No thanks. I’m allergic to heartbreak—and flowers.”

8. Avoid Overdoing the Flaws

Too many flaws can make a character feel unlikable or overburdened.

Instead of: A character who’s selfish, cruel, cowardly, and rude.

Try: A character who’s selfish but occasionally shows surprising generosity.

“Don’t tell anyone I helped you. I have a reputation to maintain.”

9. Let Them Be Vulnerable

Vulnerability adds layers and makes flaws understandable.

Flaw: They’re cold and distant.

Vulnerability: They’ve been hurt before and are terrified of getting close to anyone again.

“It’s easier this way. If I don’t care about you, then you can’t leave me.”

10. Make Their Flaws Integral to the Plot

When flaws directly impact the story, they feel purposeful rather than tacked on.

Flaw: Their arrogance alienates the people they need.

Plot Impact: When their plan fails, they’re left scrambling because no one will help them.

Flawed but lovable characters are the backbone of compelling stories. They remind us that imperfection is human—and that growth is possible.

i made a huge mahoyaku guide/infodump for anyone who wants to get into it but doesn't know where to start!! :3 i explained most of the character's backstories and stuff as well.. feel free to share if you want.. (this was written around the beginning of ms2 ch10 coming out) (also check out healingbonds for story translations!)

more under the cut ⬇ :)

northern country 💜

central country 💛

eastern country 💙

western country 💗

southern country 💚

and some extra stuff !!

Noya & Kageyama spend a significant amount of time in Italy together when Kageyama joins Ali Roma. But one night during one of their stroll around the city, Noya announces: ‘‘I found my next stop, so I’ll be leaving in a couple of days.’’ Kageyama simply nods - he knew Noya would be leaving Italy eventually.

‘‘It’s about time that I visit the beaches in Brazil, and finally conquer beach volleyball. Don’t you think?’’

Kageyama’s eyes widen before Shouyou’s name escapes his lips - they haven’t seen each other in months, except in video calls. 

Noya laughs at Kageyama’s expression. 

‘‘You have a couple of days to gather everything that you want me to bring to Shouyou.’’

So, for the rest of Noya’s stay, they hunt for gifts and Kageyama gathers a package that hopefully feels like he’s sending a part of himself & a part of Italy to Shouyou.

the girls are fighting!!!!!

sa tur ooo

I want to see Silver stab Malleus. I want to see Silver stab Malleus at the height of the final battle and immediately start crying because he doesn’t want to hurt someone he loves and respects so much, and he doesn’t want to cause more pain to someone who’s already hurting, and he really really wants this nightmare to be over and for them all to go home to reality. And this is what breaks Malleus from his overblot spiral—not the sword, but the tears. His overblot beginning and ending with Silver’s tears. Silver’s not a baby anymore, to be pacified by lullabies and a sweet dream. He’s grown enough now to be ready to face reality, so Malleus has to be, too.