I'm a huge sucker for anything Mythology. Greek, Roman (although they mostly ripped off Greek Mythology and repackaged it), Egyptian, Norse, Mesopotamian, Mayan, Aztec, Inca, Toltec, etc. Any mythology. I don't care which. Anywho. I'm looking for shows to watch based on these. I've already seen Percy Jackson and Ragnarok (those two are my personal favourites.) Even docuseries I would watch. Because I recently watched a docuseries called Clash of the Gods, and it was pretty interesting.

Ooof.
Rejection accepted, at face value. (I get it. Fine.~~ Cya~~ never I guess.) I know you didn't intend it to be, but meeting you was formative as hell 😅 Unfortunately, I don't take rejection well. I need people who affirm me, and I get it. You're not one of those people. Consider the bridge burned. You got what you wanted...
I was trying to save you from this outcome. You see, you may look back, but I usually don't. Live life with no regrets. I was going to maybe reach out once, so as to know either way; but at this point I'm thinking L was right. I was ready to accept a stanza or two of the Dance here but, of course not. (Frustrating, isn't it? How are we meant to just be on the same page? We're different people, give me a break!)
But sincerely, thank you for trying. It does mean a lot to me that you did, for so long. More than you know. If that was what you needed to hear
If you wanted someone in perfect harmony with you from the get-go: Keep looking. (Now which of us is living in fantasyland 😂).
['You have no idea what you passed on'](). That, or I end up being no one, just some anonymous happeh blob out there in the crowd
Woke up as Zee this morning; I can tell (specifically!) the ways this is dragging me back, and I'm not gonna dwell on it. Look forward to Operation Phoenix; it's mark the last you'll see of me. Enjoy the light show. I know I will. =D
Heeey young blood, doesn't it feel / Like our time is running out?
I'm not going to change you, of course; the only one to remix is myself.
And I'll rise again, to ever-greater heights.
Farewell, perhaps for the last time, Bee. I'll look forward to being that insane man rambling to someone who isn't there; and when people ask, I'll simply smile. (I won't tell them anything about you; your identity is safe. You're too important to me to risk me ever becoming Someone to put you at risk, jesus. I want your nightmare to end; I'll leave you alone.)
In every, and the only way I know how. :grins in digital-arson: I'll burn this bridge myself, show you how it's done. Make it so that it's impossible for me to feel that pang-of-hope every time I get to my inbox. in due time, you'll have no way of reaching me. It's simple Opsec. Who needed those email accounts, anyway. Bunch of spam, I'd been meaning to migrate for a while. =P
Anyways, aside from hypothetical-blazing-birds, I have plenty of actual shit to do.
Thank you for reminding me; you're right. The true history wasn't "he fell head-over-heels for a woman and moved to Germany"; it's "he became awesome, created a bunch of web stuff and then died". =D
You were one of the slices, and it's clear to me neither of us were ready. It's a shame we both had to be so final about it. (Maybe in time I'll regret writing this, but yes he was either Anx-Preooc or Fearful-Avoidant when he met her; they felt kindred but were never meant to be; and after that he always carried that wound in his heart, until he met... [someone else. I probably haven't met her yet.])
So it is written. :grins in Den-scribing: oooo. Enscribing. Interesting, could do something with that. (It's too cheesy for him to call it that himself; or for me to call the action that. It has to show up someplace weird enough for it to make sense.)
Truly, might be the last time I get to speak to you. It's the principle of explosion, Bee: There was simply too much to say. I wanted to give you a universe of possibilities in lieu of (and perhaps as) a bouquet of flowers; and I'd figure out how to do it, too. (I already know, and I just came up with that: Write about as many Lifetimes as I can think of on origami paper; fold them into flowers, make a bouquet and hand it to you. And now you see it, right?! Take the impossible, bridge it with the eminently-doable-yet-insane, and then do it! THAT'S who I wanted to be! Remind me to tell you [...except that we're likely never going to speak again, and the you-in-my-head rarely if ever tells me anything interesting, it sucks, I wanted to know actual-you :/] what I'd wanted to do for that Valentine's Day.)
So I smile and say something simple_ because there is, quite literally, nothing I could say that would express a lifetime of joy and universe of possibilities I wanted to fold into origami-flowers and hand to you. So I smile, and say... Later, Bee.
I won't make the same mistake again, I promise. The next woman I ask to have fall for me, will be able to see a bit of my variety, but not the depths of my what my passion for her feels like, until we're both ready. 😀
I could've done a lot more than I did in this situation, but determinism; I Was Only Ever the person who could've done exactly as he did in this universal soup of atoms. What I can do is Affect what I do next. I'm not going to keep making the same mistake, keep dwelling. (He says, after having said finally-goodbye about four times in the last thirty minutes 😂)

There are so many cute/funny moments on the show, but if you HAD to pick the three that make you laugh the most, what would they be?
Here are mine:

1. Joey and Jesse changing baby Michelle's diaper in the kitchen. Between fanning her fanny, wrapping her in paper towels, and the way they hold her... It is comedy gold.
   
2. When Kimmy tells Jesse, "Even baboons know their own babies!" I cannot even take it. It makes me crack up every time especially when her comment is followed by Jesse's,"Out!"
   
3. When the boys and girls switch roles and DJ and Stephanie have to make them lunch, I die when DJ bites off every corner of the sandwich and tells Jesse, "There! Now you're safe!" You can tell they were both trying not to laugh.
   

Tanked Up Tuesday 🚂
Current Win / Loss Ratio = 36:36
Of course my first rough day was yesterday but let's brush it off and lock in. It's still Tuesday so enjoy some wings and the games wherever you are. After witnessing some of these games yesterday I had to double down on some of these plays that took a L yesterday so it will be mark with an asterisk *.
Anyone ever watched Thomas and Friends growing up? That show went on my mind while typing this up haha. In all seriousness I do like these picks but as always I'm still fairly new to this so use me as your fader or capper. Check my profile for play history but without further ado :)
Tues May 21 MLB Picks

• Yankees RL ( +135 ) *
• Orioles ML ( -145 )
• Dodgers RL ( +125 )
• Giants ML ( -135 )
• MIL / MIA O7.5 ( -125 )
• BOS / TB O7.5 ( -120 )
• SF / PIT O7.5 ( -120 )
• NYM / CLE O.9 ( -120 )

BOL to us today🍀
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So, the characters in the show use Gas Stoves or Induction(Electric) stoves for cooking? I especially need to know which kind of stove Caroline used for cooking in her house. It’s been sometime since I watched the show and alright, I’ll be frank, I’m writing a fanfiction and it has reached a stage where I’m stuck at this point. Please help me out. If nothing like that was ever shown in the show, I can make up my own shit tho lol. Thanks for reading this:)

My friend and I both started posting on tiktok and we are seeing very opposite problems in the algorithm.
I get around 300-500 views per video and usually between 70-100 likes, comments, etc which shows high engagement, but the algorithm doesn’t push the videos out.
My friend is getting 700-800 views per video with low engagement (typically around 5 likes, no comments).
Our video lengths are roughly the same and when we look at analytics we have the same percentage of people watching until the end.
Does anyone know what the algorithm actually favors or why we keep getting told high engagement = tiktok pushing videos out more when we’re noticing a pattern of this not being true? Or why my videos views are being suppressed or why my friend’s engagement could be so low while views stay high?
Same thing in other accounts I’ve followed sometimes the accounts that I’ve seen have incredible engagement have really low views, etc except I don’t have access to their analytics to know anything else.

Look at these view counts. NJ podcasts have NEVER done this horribly.
Imagine paying 4 heads a show for them to bring you 25-33% the views that the Tuesday show gets
What I don’t understand is if people are upset, why didn’t they support the shows? The views have only gone down on all 3 shows

Use this post as a down vote. Cause I know that’s the only power any of you have in Your own life.
I enjoyed this sub a lot over the last years. You come at me and steel toe in a way that used to be super fun.
Aaron got a divorce, his numbers are down, but yet you persist. It’s Almost like you need him to justify your own stupid life. It’s weird how you whine and bitch about Aaron like people are making you watch the show. I really enjoyed the troll aspect originally but now it’s just kinda sad. You keep wanting Aaron to fail. And he might not grow. But if you think his core demo is leaving because of Reddit you know very little. It’s like every worthless person online has to have a person to beat up to what? Make you feel good come at me all you want. And I know you pussy’s will. I used to stand by you and interact because I found you funny. (Insert tired “Corey you aren’t funny”posts here). It just seems you have hit every metric that you wanted as victory. And can’t let it go. It’s almost like dare I say it. Y’all are die hard fans. I love you all. Even the ones I hate Autistic cucks.

Hi everyone! 👋
I am trying to keep sane in this roller coaster of an injury. Short background: Small beginning of protrusion L5-S1, no nerve compression but still having sciatica both legs, and EMG showing slight S1 chronic inflammation. Go figure.
Anyways, how do you go about your day? I am off work, as I work as a designer and cannot sit for more than 20min, and overall have a very high paced and stressful position.
What are you doing to get through the day? - i do my three 20min walks - go to a store if needed - do my exercises - lie on the floor reading or watching something - do some basic house chores that I manage
What do you do throughout the day? Should I just lie on the floor with my feet high, and stand every so often and walk around apartment? I would love to play some games but I cannot from lying on the floor - would need TV on a wall 😓I would love to do other things if only I could sit 🥲
Would love to hear your routines on going through this hell without losing your mind.

let me start by saying, i’m not sure if this is a phobia or just my anxiety but i really wanna know if anyone has experienced this, heard of this, or knows any ways i could possibly treat it.
i think i’ve always had this phobia but it hasn’t started really showing itself since recent years. i’m not scared of appliances by themselves, i’m scared that they’ll malfunction, stop working, blow up, never turn off, etc.. i find it applies to electronics as well because as a kid i would get scared if my tablet froze and now i get scared when my phone freezes, lags, or glitches.
the worst cases are my toilet and washing machine. about a year ago now there was a time when i was running the washing machine and needed to stop it because i forgot to put an item in. when i pressed the stop button, it didn’t stop and just kept going no matter how many times i pressed it. that whole incident made me not use the washing machine for about a week or two and when i finally did, i had to sit there and watch the entire cycle to make sure nothing went wrong. with my toilet, i’m afraid that it’ll just never stop running anytime i flush it because the toilet in our main bathroom does that sometimes. i guess i’m scared it’ll overflow/flood??
i know this was a bit long but i needed to get my thoughts out there!!!!!

Tanked Up Tuesday 🚂
Current Win / Loss Ratio = 36:36
Of course my first rough day was yesterday but let's brush it off and lock in. It's still Tuesday so enjoy some wings and the games wherever you are. After witnessing some of these games yesterday I had to double down on some of these plays that took a L yesterday so it will be mark with an asterisk *.
Anyone ever watched Thomas and Friends growing up? That show went on my mind while typing this up haha. In all seriousness I do like these picks but as always I'm still fairly new to this so use me as your fader or capper. Check my profile for play history but without further ado :)
Tues May 21 MLB Picks

• Yankees RL ( +135 ) *
• Orioles ML ( -145 )
• Dodgers RL ( +125 )
• Giants ML ( -135 )
• MIL / MIA O7.5 ( -125 )
• BOS / TB O7.5 ( -120 )
• SF / PIT O7.5 ( -120 )
• NYM / CLE O.9 ( -120 )

BOL to us today🍀
​

Hey hey,
So I have tonnes of times on my hands nowadays that I am between jobs and this transitional period has me both stressed and a little lonely, so I’ve been spending the time when I am not on the job hunt playing games, and I would live to have people I can play with.
The dilemma I have is that I spent most of my life playing one specific game that I played professionally for a bit, so now I am tryina get into a bunch of other games and I am a little bit of a noob. I played a lot of cs, so I am decent at that, but I am somewhat new to Valorant, and like very new to League of Legends and Fortnite. I’d be open to get into whatever other games too, so if you don’t play any of these games do hit me up anyway.
I am also big into shows n movies, so I’d love it if you are too, watching things with someone is lots of fun and I’d love it.
Now, I can be a bit of a flirt, and I enjoy playful banter, so I hope you are open to that. I would also be open for us to be more than just game buddies if things do go in that direction.
So yeah, hit me up:)

So I am going to be honest. My cousin used to watch this when I visited him in mumbai at the age of 16. I thought this was some idiotic stuff.
Fast forward last year at the age of 22 I saw a clip of Ashwini abusing a girl and I couldn’t laugh more. Call it the stress of adulthood or escape from my mediocre life. Him abusing the girl, was the funniest thing I watched. Reminded me of my life and innocence back in the days where everything was not held up to such an insanely tight standard by society and not everything would blow out of proportion on the internet. I tracked the clip down and watched half the season up until the moment ashwini and the next episode his friend abused participants.
That’s what got me attracted to the show. I would keep seeing reels of X3 participants especially palak and Nikhil from time to time, and decided to watch it and loved that season. This got me hooked to splittsvilla and now I am following the current season. For roadies and splittsvilla both.
In brief, ashwini kaul was how I found out splittsvilla existed and boom bam gang I why I will be watching this show till its grave or mine.
I only watched half of ashwini season, and full of X3 and hopefully full of this one.

I'm a young adult. I had a dream that was about cops showing up to my house to arrest me and it scares me alot so I decided I was going to dedicate today to prayer and the bible. I'm feeling so unworthy because I sin everyday willfully. When I went to my bible reading spot I think instantly got lustful thoughts and went home to masterbate. I'm so ashamed of myself and that I would put that over studying Gods word.
I kind of miss the old me. I used to have confidence and had a love for life. I would actually enjoy music, be confident, be joyful, etc. But ever sense I didn't listion to the holy spirits warnings about soemthing in my life, God snapped me in half and crushed me. He gave me no other place to run except to him and I'm greatful for that. Greatful I found him. But life has not been easy. I've lost this confidence I had, God humbled me so greatly I feel so reduced. God humbled me by destroying me and I've never been so low. I don't enjoy music like I used to I just want to listion to christian YouTube videos. I feel never on the mood for fun social events. I'm always anxious. Feeling condemned.
There a very beautiful girl at work I feel God put into my life but I keep lusting and watching porn. It sickens me. I feel so unworthy of him and I feel I'm too weak for it. I pray that the lust goes away and nothing happens. The devil is ruining my life.
I feel like the only good use of my free time and days off is repenting and bible reading. I just want to enjoy things again and be strong to resist sin. I'm too weak When I pray im still weak I love God so much Repentance is a daily task for me. I'm so disgusted with myself.

I’m hoping someone in this community can point me to a good birthday gift, as I don’t read or watch much in this genre.
The recipient is older and a fan of science fiction, more on the military side. He’s conservative and a vet, so I’m looking for something that would appeal to his demographic. He reads a fair bit so I’m looking for something that he’s less likely to have come across himself. What recent books (or movies or tv shows) would make for a good gift?
Thanks!

It goes without saying that regardless of the outcome of the criminal charges or university investigation, Saif is an odd bloke. I especially don't understand how he can "forget" what the girl he was with was doing for 2.5 hours whilst in the same room as him whilst he was on the phone with his "open relationship girlfriend".
This isn't about Saif though or his innocence or guilt. It's about that weird little man Jonathan haha.
The guy that supposedly sourced porn for Saif 🤣🤣🤣 Because as we all know in this day and age, porn is very difficult to get access to. There is no way to access some sort of internet terminal and just watch it. That's just mental talk.
Jonathan's input regarding being told by Saif to look into Louis Theroux's documentary style is probably the weirdest part of the whole show to me 😂
Why would a neuroscience major (Saif), who is currently not studying, need anyone to do "research" into the documentary interview style of Louis Theroux?
Saif was not studying.
They are easily accessible documentaries that are very easy for follow.
Why wouldn't he just watch them for himself and make up his own mind?
Considering he was about to be followed around by Louis for months and interviewed at length, it makes NO SENSE that he would ask another person to watch Louis themselves and then give him a run down on the interview techniques 😂
Jonathan was very very strange (just one look at his house). So I genuinely wonder if he's just made a bunch of stuff up so he could be involved.
Also Saif is an unlikable person just in general. So there is also the potential people would lie and make things up just because they strongly dislike what they've seen of him and want to see him "go down", because they truly believe he's guilty.

Obligatory NAN. I’m 35- college drop out, starting back to school for my AA to at least get something. I’ve worked as MANY things- phlebotomist, pharmacy technician, janitor, disability services (group home type), currently a teacher associate in an elementary. When I started back to college in January, my end goal was special education (severe disability). I’m not sure what I want to do now. I have 5 years in to working at an elementary school. I keep going back to health care, but idk what in healthcare. Probably not APP. This is part of why I flunked out 15 years ago, I didn’t have an end goal- can’t decide what I want to do/be. I’m struggling choosing something I want to do for the next 30 years before retirement! I have a soon to be 7th grader and kindergarten kids, so it needs to be family friendly-ish and honestly more money than what I get now! Kids are expensive! Healthcare is ALWAYS something I’ve been interested in since young- I used to watch Rescue 911, Trauma Life in the ER, and all the other medical shows. I SUCK at math, I worry about not being able to hear for taking blood pressures. Education in my state is going down hill fast and I really don’t think I have 30 more years in me as a teacheteacher aid! But I know that the grass is not greener on the other side, and to me to an extent the known is better than the unknown! Please tell me the good, bad and give me your insight!

From Marinate 1016: "Listeners is a show that wanted to be something, but ultimately failed to ever materialise. An interesting/fun concept with poor execution.
The show started off pretty well with a first episode that did manage to catch my attention and get me interested in the world. I got pretty heavy FLCL vibes from it given the focus on adolescence, the sexual undertones and innuendos, etc. However, whereas FLCL had a legitimate plot and was enjoyable to watch, I found many episodes of Listeners downright disorienting and difficult to sit through.
The pacing and narrative are really all over the place with characters coming in and out of the story at random, overt rock and roll/drug references that are beat over your head every damn episode and an extremely confusing overarching story. After watching the entire series, I probably know as much about the series as someone who’s only read the MAL synopsis.
Despite the awful pacing, storytelling and overdone pop culture references, Listeners is rather impressive technically. Some decent CGI scenes, cool character designs, beautiful art and a pretty cool soundtrack. Unfortunately the consistency of its art was not shared by its story. As a result, for only the 6th time in my life, I would have to advise against watching this one.

Despite an interesting concept and world, listeners falls flat on its face. While I appreciate the effort by the studio, it could have been much better with better direction. Listeners gets 5 earless out of 10"

I personally would rate it a 6 overall with some episodes like Teen Spirit being closer to the 7-8 range. The ending definitely was rushed but the music and the concept to me make it so much more than what was actually executed. It did leave a lot to be desired but I think that was partially the intent too. The audience doesn't know what's really going on because neither do the characters. Could it have benefitted from another episode or two? Definitely. Does that mean it's not worth watching? No.

To note, this is a continuation of the sagas I wrote that took place after the Cell Saga. The two sagas were written with inspiration taken from MCU Peter Parker's arcs in Far from Home and No Way Home. The goal was to develop Son Gohan into a proper lead for the show. If you'd like to check them out, here are the links!
Bojack (Far From Home) Saga: https://www.reddit.com/fixingmovies/s/sK5zOnJ0oU
Broly (No Way Home) Saga: https://www.reddit.com/fixingmovies/s/R3sGOqdbIv
There are many things I find wrong in the Buu saga:

1. Goku coming back: This derails the narrative tremendously as he snatches back the torch from Gohan. He's going to play a role, but he will stay dead.
2. Gohan's writing: In canon, we ended up with a rusty, goofy, badly written character who lost all the development from the previous sagas. He became a useless disappointment and did not uphold his role as a protector of the earth. This won't go anywhere near that direction.
3. SSJ3 and fusions: These elements were unnecessary as they did nothing to solve the plot and only provided fluff. This can be introduced in Super, but that's another story.
4. Goten and Trunks SSJ: I wasn't a fan of how they easily transformed, treating it as an easy power-up. Here, it will be earned.

What I want to do here is combine the Buu saga with Fusion Reborn. For that movie, there are tons of elements at play that can be used to make the grand finale of Dragon Ball Z, more grand. The goal here is to increase the stakes, trim all the unnecessary fat, give everyone a chance to shine, and keep the main focus on Gohan. I also want to replace Buu with Janemba, as I find him much more threatening due to his unique abilities which would be perfect to challenge Gohan. It's also here that we avoid the rinse-and-repeat problem that came with Buu and his many forms.

Without further ado, here is the...... Janemba Saga!

Seven years have passed since the climactic battle against Broly. Gohan, now a young adult, has diligently pursued a delicate balance between his studies and training. During this time, he has honed his Super Saiyan 2 form and significantly elevated his combat skills. However, he deliberately restrains his power, refusing to succumb to the depths of his inner rage. Gohan believes that his technical prowess alone will suffice, opting to suppress the primal fury within him. Despite his reservations, Gohan attends a prestigious private school on an academic scholarship, alongside his steadfast companion Videl and their circle of friends. Gohan has embraced the responsibility of preserving peace on Earth as a valiant hero, adopting the mantle of Saiyaman. His suit has undergone a sleek redesign, shedding the theatrical poses in favor of a more streamlined appearance. Functioning as a dynamic duo reminiscent of Superman and Batman, Gohan and Videl tackle the city's crime wave together. Videl, having mastered her ki abilities under the tutelage of Piccolo, has grown stronger over the years. Glimpses of their everyday lives reveal the struggles of Gohan as he endeavors to balance the demands of school, training, and personal relationships. Amidst the challenges, he harbors a subtle resentment towards his duty, as it often encroaches upon his cherished personal time. Nevertheless, Gohan persists, fueled by his unwavering determination to live up to his father's legacy.
However, the tranquil facade is shattered when a harrowing turn of events unfolds. The narrative transitions to an otherworldly realm, distinctly separate from Earth. A mysterious figure cloaked in darkness materializes, none other than the malevolent wizard Babidi. Harnessing the unholy power of dark magic, Babidi establishes a sinister connection with his loyal minion Dabura, the King of the Demon Realm. United in their nefarious purpose, they orchestrate an audacious invasion of Otherworld, intent on freeing the formidable demon Janemba. Ages ago, Janemba had been sealed away in this celestial realm by the Supreme Kais. Babidi's malevolent ambition revolves around shrouding the universe in eternal darkness. To achieve this nightmarish vision, he plans to infect the denizens of Earth using the insidious Majin spell, thereby expanding his dominion across countless planets.
In the midst of this burgeoning chaos, Gohan, disguised as Saiyaman, finds himself investigating a peculiar incident involving the possession of one of his dearest friends. Videl, resolute and fearless, engages in a fierce battle against the malevolent puppeteer controlling Sharpner. With unwavering confidence, she urges Gohan to let her confront the threat alone. Sharpner, his strength unnaturally augmented, puts up a formidable resistance, but Videl's experience enables her to subdue him without resorting to fatal measures. As Sharpner awakens from his trance, Gohan seeks answers regarding the enigmatic force that had seized control of his friend. Sharpner reveals that a voice called Babidi had whispered malevolent commands into his mind. Armed with this critical information, Gohan summons Vegeta and Piccolo to join him in unraveling the unfolding crisis, embarking on a journey towards the epicenter of the ominous power emanating from a series of potent and wicked ki signatures, ultimately leading them to Babidi and Dabura.
Meanwhile, Earth becomes a battleground, besieged by an onslaught of resurrected zombies, soldiers, and former villains who once terrorized its populace. Though the trio finds themselves torn between aiding their beleaguered planet and confronting the imminent threat directly before them, they know their immediate priority lies in thwarting Babidi's scheme. Distracting them with his grandiose monologue, Babidi probes their minds, seeking susceptible individuals to manipulate. Initially targeting Vegeta, Babidi redirects his attention toward Piccolo, sensing his inherent duality as a being born of both good and evil. With a combination of Babidi's insidious spell and the lingering malevolence of Piccolo Daimao, the Namekian warrior struggles to resist the overwhelming influence. His powers surge exponentially beyond their previous limitations, clouding his judgment and driving him to confront his former student, Gohan. Amidst the shock of this unforeseen twist, Gohan assumes the responsibility of awakening Piccolo from his trance-like state, determined to restore his mentor's clarity. As the battle rages on, they sense a tremor that reverberates throughout the planet, an unmistakable ki signature brimming with icy coldness, signifying the presence of a singular entity—Janemba.
Bracing himself for the impending clash with this malevolent force, Gohan prepares to face Janemba head-on, while Piccolo embarks on a personal mission to neutralize Babidi. Meanwhile, Vegeta remains locked in a fierce struggle against Dabura, the Prince of Saiyans confronting the King of the Demon Realm. The confrontation unfolds with brutal intensity, and Vegeta finds himself teetering on the edge of defeat. Sensing his adversary's advantage, Dabura unleashes a legion of demons to tip the scales further in his favor. Pushed to his limits, Vegeta fights valiantly, but the odds appear insurmountable. Dabura, consumed by arrogance, revels in his imminent triumph, announcing his intention to unleash the full might of the demon horde upon Earth. Faced with the dire consequences of such a cataclysm, Vegeta musters every ounce of desperation within him. In a moment of self-sacrifice, he unleashes a devastating attack upon Dabura and his minions. The resulting explosion weakens Babidi's forces, repels the encroaching Demon Realm, and safeguards their dimension from untold chaos and devastation.
(Note: I wanted to keep Vegeta's sacrifice but make it matter and count. In canon, it didn't stop Buu, and he sent himself into cold oblivion on a lie. Here, he makes a difference in the long run and has a definitive redemptive moment. )
Startled by the sudden disappearance of Vegeta's powerful ki, Trunks defies the protests of his comrades on the Lookout and rushes towards the chaotic battleground. His heart pounds with trepidation as he races through the smoke-filled air, only to be confronted with the lifeless body of his father lying motionless on the ground. Overwhelmed by a torrent of despair and seething rage, Trunks' trembling hands reach out to shake his father awake, his desperate pleas echoing through the desolate landscape. But his efforts prove futile, and a profound sense of loss engulfs him.
In the midst of this heart-wrenching moment, a surge of raw energy courses through Trunks' veins, igniting a transformation that surpasses the boundaries of his mortal self. Radiating an aura of vibrant golden light, Trunks ascends to the legendary state of the Super Saiyan. His eyes ablaze with determination and fury, he is now ready to face the battle that lies ahead.The scene shifts, revealing the remaining Z-Fighters locked in a perilous struggle against hordes of relentless zombies. Fatigue weighs heavily upon their weary bodies as they fend off the relentless onslaught. Suddenly, a streak of intense power streaks across the sky, and Trunks descends before his comrades, newly transformed and brimming with indomitable strength. A burst of energy erupts from his fingertips, shattering a ki blast launched by one of the zombies, diverting it harmlessly away. In the eyes of his adversaries, astonishment mingles with mockery as they behold the sight of a mere child standing before them.Unfazed by their taunting laughter, Trunks addresses his comrades with unwavering resolve. He declares that he will shoulder the burden of the battle, vowing that not a single life will be lost on this day. With unparalleled speed and precision, he charges towards the encroaching horde, obliterating each zombie with astonishing ease. Their forces crumble beneath the might of his wrath, and the battlefield is transformed into a graveyard of defeated foes.As the last of the zombies falls, Trunks relinquishes his Super Saiyan form, his energy spent and body drained. Collapsing to the ground, he succumbs to exhaustion, his breathing ragged and labored. In this moment of vulnerability, Yamcha, recognizing the young warrior's valor, rushes to his side and gently lifts him from the battlefield, cradling his battered form with utmost care.
(Note: Kid Trunks' transformation is a direct reference to when Future Trunks found Gohan dead after the battle with the androids, and then he transformed. )
While this tumultuous event unfolded, the responsibility of safeguarding the Lookout fell upon the young shoulders of Goten. As time passed, a sudden intrusion disrupted the tranquility of the platform, as a malevolent henchman, infused with the dark power of King Cold, materialized before him. Though momentarily shaken, Goten summoned his courage and engaged in a valiant struggle against his formidable adversary.Initially, it appeared that Goten held his ground admirably, skillfully countering the attacks launched by the nefarious duo of Salza and Dore. However, their sinister coordination gradually began to overpower the young warrior. In a devastating display of force, Salza executed a malicious kick that sent Goten hurtling towards the precipice of the Lookout, teetering on the brink of unconsciousness.
Witnessing her son's battered and vulnerable state, Chi-Chi, consumed by a mixture of horror and fury, lunged at Salza in a desperate attempt to defend her child. Yet, her efforts proved futile as Salza callously seized her by the throat, mercilessly constricting the life from her. From his weakened position, Goten, wide-eyed and mouth agape, struggled to remain conscious, his mind besieged by the conflicting emotions of impending death and the weight of disappointment.
In that critical moment, he closed his eyes, his teeth sinking into his lip until blood stained his mouth. His trembling hands clenched into tight fists. And then, something within him snapped, unleashing a primal force that lay dormant within.Goten vanished, replaced by an embodiment of unbridled rage. Transformed into a Super Saiyan, his furious aura radiated with an intensity that defied comprehension. With a surge of unrestrained power, he propelled himself towards Salza, obliterating his malevolent foe with a devastating blast that eradicated him from existence. Undeterred by the remaining henchmen who sought to avenge their fallen comrade, Goten engaged them with a newfound ferocity.In a breathtaking display of combat prowess, it took mere moments for Goten to dispatch his adversaries, consigning them to the depths of the afterlife. Unaware of his mother's watchful gaze, Chi-Chi bore witness to the astonishing transformation of her once-innocent son, her heart filled with awe at the unfathomable power he now wielded.
(Note: This is a reference to when Superman had attacked Zod for attacking Martha in Man of Steel. With this, Goten is able to break out of his shell and experience some development. I also did not want Chi-Chi to die, but to have it be close. This way, she can witness firsthand her son fighting to avenge her and realizing that his saiyan blood kicked in to save them all, which would lead to some development towards her accepting that they have the natural power to fight, but also protect. )
Simultaneously, amidst the chaos, Piccolo found himself embroiled in a fierce battle of magic. His objective was to shatter the impenetrable barrier erected by his adversary, Babidi, to halt the relentless proliferation of Majin-infused beings. The odds were stacked against him, but with unwavering determination, Piccolo summoned the strength to rupture the barrier, ultimately delivering a fatal blow to Babidi. In doing so, he succeeded in halting the insidious spread of the Majin curse.Meanwhile, Gohan, driven by an overwhelming surge of power in his Super Saiyan 2 form, charged headlong at the formidable Fat Janemba, intent on swiftly ending the confrontation. Displaying remarkable valor, Gohan engaged his adversary with all his might, momentarily gaining the upper hand in fleeting bursts of fury. However, Janemba's energy continued to surge unabated, gradually overpowering Gohan and relegating him to a defensive stance.With the battle reaching its climax, Janemba unleashed a devastating onslaught aimed at obliterating the planet. In a desperate bid to protect all that he held dear, Gohan fearlessly interposed himself between Janemba's lethal assault and the world, extending his arms wide as he summoned the last vestiges of his ki to create a resolute energy shield. The technique demanded one final act of defiance, compelling Gohan to redirect the unleashed energy back towards Janemba, propelling the malevolent entity backward and teetering on the precipice of annihilation. Yet, the maneuver exacted a heavy toll on Gohan, leaving him grievously injured and drained of consciousness, hurtling through the sky and crashing deep into the untamed wilderness.
(Note: This maneuver is a mix of what Gohan did against Broly in Movie 10, and what Future Gohan did in his last battle against the androids.)
Subsequently, Supreme Kai, recognizing the dire condition of the young warrior, transported Gohan to the realm of the Kais. As Gohan gradually regained consciousness, he found himself surrounded by the presence of Supreme Kai, Kibito, and his father, Son Goku. Unbeknownst to Gohan, while the realms beyond had been engulfed in pandemonium, Goku had valiantly sought to subdue numerous formidable adversaries, most notably Broly. Upon learning of Gohan's presence on that distant planet, Goku implored for the opportunity to visit his son, a request that was granted amidst the bittersweet reunion.During their heartfelt meeting, they shared the weight of overseeing the turmoil ravaging Earth, realizing that Janemba still lingered, amassing the remnants of malevolent ki left unvanquished. Panic washed over Gohan as he urgently expressed his need to return to Earth, but his pleas were met with cautionary words from his loved ones. They acknowledged his unpreparedness to face Janemba anew, warning of the potential consequences should he engage the foe prematurely. Supreme Kai disclosed his true intention in bringing Gohan to this realm—to unlock the dormant power lying dormant within him. However, the process demanded a profound reconciliation of Gohan's dual nature as both human and Saiyan. To initiate this transformative ritual, Gohan would be immersed in a meditative trance within the sacred confines of a cascading waterfall, which would serve as a mirror reflecting his true self. Only then would he embark upon the arduous journey of unlocking his latent potential, fully aware that failure could result in dire consequences, even death.
Nervously, Gohan steeled himself for the imminent trial, drawing strength from the unwavering support of his father. With resolute determination, he approached the cascading waterfall, where Supreme Kai initiated the trance, enveloping Gohan in an ethereal aura of introspection.As the ritual commenced, Gohan's gaze fixated grimly upon vivid recollections of his past battles, struggling to reconcile the moments when he had succumbed to his own wrath. Before long, a projection materialized, representing his suppressed Saiyan essence—a separate entity demanding to be acknowledged. A tumultuous clash ensued between the two facets of Gohan's being, with the young warrior faltering in his attempts to gain the upper hand, for each surge of anger only fueled his other self. Finally, a profound realization washed over Gohan, piercing through the haze of conflict. He ceased resisting and, instead, extended a hand of acceptance and understanding to his Saiyan counterpart, embracing the essence of his true nature. In that transformative instant, the boundaries dissolved, merging into a harmonious unity. Gohan's eyes fluttered open as he awakened from the trance, reborn in his newfound Ultimate Form, his essence finally whole and indomitable.
(Note: Yes, this is a direct reference to Naruto obtaining true mastery of his nine tails form in Shippuden. I did not like Gohan's canon mystic ritual because it did not feel earned. He just sat around for a long time doing nothing and gained nothing from it. I wanted to fix that. So here, he went through a more direct ritual at the risk of death to be able to unlock his true abilities. )
In the midst of these events, Trunks and Goten find themselves under the tutelage of Piccolo within the formidable Hyperbolic Time Chamber. News reaches Piccolo that Gohan is undergoing a transformative process to unlock his latent potential, but the looming return of Janemba threatens to disrupt their plans. Exiting the chamber, Trunks and Goten emerge stronger than ever, having mastered their Super Saiyan forms and honed their teamwork to near perfection, compensating for their inherent power limitations.As Janemba crosses paths with them, the clash erupts in a spectacular display of martial prowess. Individually, they stand little chance against the overwhelming might of Janemba, but when united, a different narrative unfolds. Their combined efforts aim to sustain the battle long enough, providing Gohan with the precious time he needs to complete his ritual. Piccolo assumes leadership, valiantly holding his ground, although it becomes increasingly evident that Janemba possesses a distinct advantage. Piccolo strategically diverts Janemba's attention, creating openings for Goten and Trunks to launch coordinated assaults that vex their adversary, even if their impact is minimal. Nonetheless, every second counts.
In a fateful turn of events, Janemba unleashes an assault that overwhelms Piccolo, incapacitating him and leaving only Goten and Trunks to face the malevolent entity. Swift as a phantom, Janemba materializes in front of Trunks, delivering a devastating blow to his abdomen, leaving Goten as the lone defender. Standing tall, Goten defiantly assumes a battle stance, mustering his courage. However, before Janemba can unleash a devastating attack upon him, an unknown figure delivers a powerful kick to Janemba's head, hurtling him towards the distant mountains.
The camera pans, revealing the figure to be none other than Gohan, resplendent in his newfound form.
(Note: This entrance directly mirrors that of Future Gohan when he was about to begin his final battle against the Androids!)
A wave of elation washes over Goten as he beholds the return of his beloved elder brother, while Trunks and Piccolo visibly exhale with relief. Gohan and Piccolo exchange a brief but meaningful exchange, Gohan acknowledging his newfound strength while Piccolo recognizes that Gohan has ascended to an entirely different echelon. Janemba regains his footing, reemerging before them, demanding their attention and focus. Gohan asserts that he will confront Janemba directly, urging the others to evacuate. Though reluctant, Piccolo and the young warriors comply, dispersing to various parts of the world to address the chaos that plagues their surroundings.
With an air of fury, Janemba charges at Gohan, his fist extended menacingly. Yet Gohan intercepts the attack, seizing Janemba's fist in a vice-like grip, and in a flash of teleportation, they are transported to the dreaded realm of H.F.I.L. (Home For Infinite Losers).
(Note: I have Gohan teleport Janemba because at least this way their battle will not damage Earth. Also we will assume Gohan has figured out some sort of Instant Transmission movement like Goku.)
The eyes of Earth's denizens, the Kais, and the denizens of the Otherworld are fixated on this pivotal moment, the culmination of a battle that will determine the fate of the universe. And so, the clash commences, a cataclysmic struggle that echoes through the very fabric of existence.
In a breathtaking display of power, Gohan initially dominates the battle, effortlessly overpowering Janemba with his newfound might. However, the tables turn when Janemba unveils unexpected abilities: space-time manipulation and a formidable sword. Gohan is caught off guard, unsure of how to counter such unorthodox tactics. Desperation and frustration consume him, causing his control over his own power to slip away.Amidst the chaos, Gohan experiences a moment of revelation, a surge of understanding regarding his opponent's abilities. He realizes that in order to anticipate Janemba's next move, he must heighten his senses by channeling his ki, allowing for precise timing and swift reactions. With this newfound clarity, Gohan regains his composure, closing his eyes and taking a deep breath. Seizing an opportunity, Janemba materializes before him, poised to strike with his sword. Yet, in a stunning display of strength, Gohan catches the blade with both hands, shattering it into pieces.
The tide of the battle begins to shift, albeit slightly, in Gohan's favor. Frustrated and bewildered, Janemba exclaims, "Just what...are you?!" Gohan responds with unwavering resolve, proclaiming, "I am the hope of the universe. I am the answer to all living things that cry out for peace. I am the protector of the innocent. I am the light in the darkness. I am truth. Ally to good! Nightmare to you!"
(Note: I'm taking Goku's dubbed speech against Frieza and repurposing it for Gohan. As he's inherently more the justice-driven hero archetype rather than the fighting maniac that is Goku, it makes more sense. We'll just assume Goku gave Frieza the manga version of his speech. This is also the most pivotal moment of Gohan's journey as he comes to terms with being a protector. Throughout the show, he's been struggling between his desire to be a scholar and his responsibility to be a hero. That dubbed speech is exactly the moment that Gohan's arc comes full circle. Here, he finally embraces what he was always meant to be..... the hero.)
With renewed determination, Gohan launches various assaults in a bid to defeat his formidable adversary. However, his attacks fail to inflict lasting damage, and Gohan himself begins to exhaust his ki. It is then that he realizes the true nature of Janemba's existence—he is an embodiment of pure evil ki, unlike any opponent Gohan has faced before. A desperate plan takes shape in Gohan's mind. Mentally reaching out to his friends and even Videl, he calls upon them to gather their ki, reminiscent of the Spirit Bomb technique. Initially, only the Z-Fighters respond, but their combined energy proves insufficient.As Gohan valiantly defends against Janemba's onslaught, he mentally pleads with the people of Earth to lend their aid. Uncertainty and doubt cast a shadow over the crowd until Hercule steps forward, berating them for refusing to support the man who once saved them during the Cell Games. Revealing the truth of Gohan's identity as the Delivery Boy turned hero, the tide of public opinion shifts. People extend their hands, offering their energy to their savior. Shocked by the sudden turn of events, Gohan is relieved by the surge of ki coursing through him, providing a momentary opening to kick Janemba away. The collective assistance grants Gohan a substantial reservoir of energy, which he then summons forth, infusing it with the very essence of his soul—a daring and perilous maneuver.
Driven to his breaking point, a furious Janemba ascends into the sky, conjuring a colossal sphere of malevolent ki capable of obliterating the entire universe. Gohan remains calm, his gaze fixed upon the impending cataclysm. With unwavering resolve, he declares, "This is the end for you, Janemba." Closing his eyes, Gohan raises his left hand above his head, conjuring a radiant sphere of rainbow light. Seizing the opportunity, Janemba hurls his devastating attack towards Gohan. Sensing the imminent danger, Gohan's eyes snap open as he crushes the ball of energy in his palm. Swiftly pivoting, he hurls the fragmented energy towards the oncoming attack, effortlessly piercing through it, and hurtling towards Janemba, finally eradicating the universe's peril once and for all.
(Note: This is the same technique as Kid Buu's Planet Burst move, the one that destroyed Earth. I also repurposed Gogeta's stardust breaker technique for Gohan as I feel it makes sense for him to have it. It also makes him stand out from Goku even more in this case.)
As the dust settles, Gohan maintains his energy long enough to witness Janemba's demise. A triumphant smirk graces his face as he remarks, "Heh, looks like I finally did it." Exhausted, he collapses to the ground, almost completely drained. The onlookers erupt into joyous cheers, celebrating Gohan's hard-fought victory. Supreme Kai teleports Gohan from the depths of H.F.I.L back to Earth, specifically to the Lookout, where his family and friends eagerly await his return. In a heartwarming scene, Gohan is enveloped in embraces and expressions of relief. It is here, amidst the warmth of their loved ones, that Gohan and Videl share their first kiss—a tender moment of connection and celebration.Meanwhile, the Dragon Balls work their magic, rectifying the chaos caused by Babidi's dark influence. The majority of those who perished are revived, yet there are exceptions, including Vegeta. Accepting his fate and determined to atone for his past deeds, Vegeta expresses his desire to continue growing stronger in the afterlife, entrusting the protection of his family to his son. Tearfully, Trunks vows to make his father proud, with Goten stepping forward to support his friend in this emotional moment. Fond farewells are exchanged as everyone prepares to return to their respective homes.
Gohan and Goten engage in a heartfelt conversation, their bond as brothers strengthening. However, their exchange is interrupted by Chi-Chi, who unexpectedly interrupts their conversation. To their astonishment, she expresses pride in their valiant efforts to safeguard the world, finally relenting and granting them permission to train and protect. The three embrace, their family united and resolute.In a different realm, Vegeta stands before King Yemma, awaiting judgment. To his surprise, he is granted an Otherworldly body, a result of Goku's recommendation and Vegeta's ultimate sacrifice that tipped the scales of justice. With this second chance, Vegeta is granted the opportunity to train ceaselessly and, more importantly, to settle his unfinished business with Goku. The final scene between Goku and Vegeta unfolds, their fists colliding in a charged confrontation, their image freezing .( mirroring the intensity of Rocky and Apollo in Rocky III, leaving their ultimate showdown to the imagination.)
A decade passes, marked by a time skip. Tien and Krillin have established their own martial arts schools, dedicated to passing on their unique styles to the next generation. Goten and Trunks, under the tutelage of Piccolo, diligently train to harness their extraordinary powers. Gohan, now a respected scholar, has married Videl, and together they have a daughter. At home, Videl imparts the basics of combat to their daughter, Pan. Gohan, having just finished delivering a lecture on energy at the university, senses a disturbance reverberating across the planet. Instinctively, he rushes to the rooftop, pressing a button on his wrist. In an instant, he transforms into his iconic Saiyaman costume, soaring into the horizon with a mischievous grin. He breaks through the fourth wall, symbolizing his unwavering resolve to protect and inspire.
The screen fades to black.
The End.
There we have it! My final wrap-up of the MCU Peter ParkeGohan development journey! Honestly, I did have thoughts of just going straight into revising the Buu arc, but I felt there was more to be done before that. Gohan needed to go through the development I gave him in my two written arcs as there were lessons there that shaped him.
I also felt that a trained Gohan, who is naturally intellectual, would be a perfect antagonist in Janemba. He had to learn to outsmart him, and not just have it be a straight-up slugfest.
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