Issue 953 Discussion Thread

[RielCZ]

Issue 953

“There’s your problem.” Serah puts her wings at her sides, hopping to a different perch. “Your majesty, your focus has been on how you can prove yourself to your wife. Queen Nabile chose you for your heart, even in the throes of your curse. But have you listened to your heart in this decision? Instead of fixating on what you would like to give her, why not instead look into what SHE would like to receive?”

—mysticdoodles

Articles
Valentine's Day Customizations by aleu1986
Helpful Tips for Raking in Random Avatars by thebeanies
Consider the Grackle Bug by brucey530
Keeping A Smile On Your JubJub's Face by yellow_gellow
Grab a Cuppa for Spicy Chai Tea by daisyandblackberry
New Year Trophy Resolutions by kathleen_a_b
An Interview with the Artist of the Maraquan Project by digitally_cool and chantili_doce
Items That Capture The Essence Of Neopets by darkobsession
What to Do if You Missed Sloth Appreciation Day by acwellen

Short Stories
Caught Between Kingdoms: Letters by Carolyn
A Brynnso Post-Christmas Special by RielCZ and Mostly Harmless (flufflepuff)
A Neovian Butler - Interviewing Wondree Pawsthread by jirachi_iralicha_
Jazan's Valentine by mysticdoodles

Comics
Holiday frustrations part 2 by youi234
A Jhudora Day Crossword by theguy2020, coconut_rat, and preksolanx
A Grave Mistake on Valentine's Day by _brainchild_
Faerieland employment agency by nico_andresss
Flycatchin' by _kankuro and theofloppy4135
Wings! by evelynlupin
Being Fancy is Disgusting... by i_lovee_icecream
Simple guide to wake an Aisha! by thebellmaker
Potluck by riverthistle, keartato, and paws265
Assemble the Warf's Skateboard Activity Page by pixie_tea
Get that Colour You Want in One Easy Step! by flusia
Waking Turmaculus - Guide the Petpet by dollsuki, aninha_morango, and dendeus_271
Neopian Looks: All Natural Way by kellyclark1115, xoxcharm, and heathernel193
Soy Sauce by black_kisa
Spacing Out by freehanded

Continued Series
Rosalina and the Way-Weird Beast by downrightdude
The Gnorbu and the Crystal Woods by josephinefarine
Capture the Flag by rrooaarrrr
The Tidal Cave by CrimsonShroud
The Swashbuckling Ballad of a Vandagyre by Mostly Harmless (flufflepuff)
Another Hero's Journey...to Krawk Island by Kat
The Ninja and the Pirate King by crazyboutcute
The Blooms of Shenkuu: Legacies by exanomaly

And don't forget The Editorial.

All reviews of all pieces are welcome! However, if you would really like your piece to be reviewed, post and let others know!

Lots of series happening right now.

[Carolyn]

RielCZ, Mostly Harmless (flufflepuff) - Your (post) holiday special is hysterically funny. It read like...I guess it's an 80s sitcom? It has some very sitcom-esque themes, anyway. The interspersed audience reactions probably have something to do with it. Love the revolving door of goofy character cameos. And the bit about the BVU intern had me laughing, too. Overall, a delight to read and the description for the entry caught my attention right away. Loved the banter among the cast. And oh hey, is that a reference I spy to the holiday STC with Reina?

[RielCZ]

Ahhhh thanks so much Carolyn ! Your review and kind words on the story (and particularly the story's sense of humour) are super appreciated! I'm very grateful.

Yeah, after my Christmas Special didn't make the holiday NT, Mostly Harmless (flufflepuff) volunteered to review/revise it to make into a Post-Christmas special; I put on the finishing touches, which was mostly just getting it under the Short Story word count heh. Cassie did a great job at running with my creative vision, altering what needed to be altered, but also adding some unique and fun twists and motifs.

I can totally get how it could be seen as an 80s sitcom! It's actually (obviously) designed to parody cheesy Christmas specials, but also adds the flavour of a particular Fringe live sketch show in which a couple comedic hosts interview actors and small-time celebs (Cassie at one point had the show's shirt merch heh).

And good eye about Reina and the STC reference.  

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