ATTENTION EVERYONE !

Shishishi~ Long time no see, nya~

*incoherent bird simp noises*

Hello, yes I'm a hard-core juri simp

As a writer I wanted to ask if numbers (specifically likes or reblogs) matter to you? I want to start posting on Tumblr (reader-inserts for TWST too) but I'm scared I'll end up getting demotivated due to a lack of traction :( I know people say to just write for yourself but what would the point of posting it be then? I just wanted to know your opinion on this.

Oh my answer is going to be a little lengthy! I'll be answering this based on my own perceptions so it's totally fine if people think differently than me :>

Short answer: mostly yes, and i don't think it's a bad thing to care about numbers 😌 but dont let it consume you and as much as possible try not to let it discourage you from writing what you want!

Long answer: Personally, above all, feedback matters to me the most! Hearing what people think/if people enjoyed my fics is much more important that seeing numbers go up.

However in most cases feedback does count towards the numbers— other than feedback through asks, feedback tends to come in the form of reblogs (both reblog in text and tags) or in replies on Tumblr, which contribute to the notes count. Plus, because the tagging system isn't always... working, reblogs, which also contribute to notes and therefore numbers, are incredibly important in getting your work out there, thus getting feedback, which in turn usually gives fic writers the motivation to keep writing and posting. Likes, well, don't really do anything to get your stuff out there even though your notes will mostly be comprised of likes, but they're kind of cute to see, especially when it's a name you recognize like a "it's you again!" or a "wait that's someone i follow they liked something i wrote?"

Plus, I'm just a really big fan of looking at numbers, which is why I said my perception might be different. I like math and love statistics, so it's kind of satisfying seeing something go from 8 notes to a hundred.

Still, I honestly think the TWST community (even with some bad apples) has a lot of very supportive people when it comes to writers, who love giving writers attention, especially newer blogs. The community isn't perfect but it's a community consistently growing and a community that can never get enough of content, so there's always room for more fic writers, and artists in general, you know?

I think it never hurts to at least try and dip your toes in writing and posting! See I think the key thing when people connect writing for yourself to not caring about the numbers is to actually write for yourself and at your own pace? In my years of experience writing there were a few things that got me to stop. The first was just losing interest in the fandom, it's normal and it's okay, the second is lack of feedback, which if you've put out work you're happy enough to post it's on the audience's part to provide it, and the third is burnout from requests.

The thing is when you get requests, you work on it and there's this added pressure of getting it out quickly and making sure it has to be good enough for others to like it and not just yourself, and then if it gets little feedback and numbers, it feels like a double whammy? basically awful. of course writing for yourself doesn't mean never take requests, go for it especially if it's something that motivates you and you enjoy! but what i'm saying is try not to be too harsh or give yourself too much pressure so you enjoy the writing process and you have less regrets overall...

and well, sometimes you just have writing slumps and that's normal. If you ever encounter it I promise there's no harm in taking a break, maybe do other things until you find the motivation to write again. Most people do not have the motivation to pump out fics regularly without pause and you shouldn't pressure yourself to do the same! Some days you'll probably find yourself writing a lot and some none at all and that's normal!

Anyway this post is getting long haha but yeah, I think just find a healthy balance— it's okay to care about the numbers but try not to stress too much over it, try your hand at posting, and if you do find yourself demotivated then remember to take appropriate measures whether it's to take a hiatus or writing for a different fandom or whatever you need to do

Plus, you know, general reminder that many writers leave due to lack of reblogs replies and feedback in general, and seeing people leave might discourage others from even starting, so as much as possible show your writers love even if it's just an ask 💖

I can't even- why does this guy look so cute and dorky?! 🥺😭

Thinking about him and this cgi rn... the urge to just to reference this in a drawing is so tempting because i can hear his dialogue in my head.

"But if you're willing to accept me, I'll pledge my undying faithfulness to you for life. And someday I'll place a ring upon this finger... this is just advance notice. Think about it until the day comes when I make a formal proposal."

𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞'𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

“Greetings. My name is Mizushima Kosuke, a samurai up for hire. Protection, rescue, guarding, a just punishment -- name whatever you need and my life is yours for the time being. Heed this warning however... should there be ill intent, I will turn my blade against you.”

》 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐅𝐈𝐋𝐄

One of many wandering samurai in Inazuma, who offers his blade and time in exchange for money. As austere and curt as he seems to most souls, very few would say that he harbors the most sorrowful consideration in his eyes

 Full Name: Mizushima Kosuke

Age: Unknown

Gender: Male

Pronouns: He/him

Height: 202 cm

Birthday: 1st September

Occupation: Mercenary

Affiliation: None (currently)

Ancestry: Unknown

Region: Inazuma

Rarity: ☆☆☆☆☆

Weapon: Polearm

Vision: Hydro 

Constellation: Album Serpens

Special Dish: “Wishful Lifelight” (has a chance of being obtained by cooking Berry Mizu Manjuu with Kosuke)

How to Obtain: Event Wish - Euphony of Mortality's Stillness

Additional Titles:

Kosu-san (Ayato)

Child of Watatsumi Island (Yae Miko)

Jiji (Nikko)

》 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘

A young man whose words are curt and harbor disinterest to anyone who speaks with him unless they offer a bag of mora, or are in need. While appearing to be no better than the Nobushi for his mercenary work, Kosuke harbors an unwavering will of morality and refuses any offer that reeks of ill intent because of the promise he made at his previous occupation. He's described by some people to be extremely dependable and strong, with his knowledge and speed being his second best trait. Despite these high praises of his work ethic, Kosuke is still painted as evil in the people's belief in the white and black world due to the constant rumors about him. Yet he never bothers to change their minds as it doesn't really matter to him.

However, to the few who have befriended him, Kosuke is a genuine, kind soul with a heart of giving and unconditional love for all things and everyone despite the horrors of reality. Even strangers who are hurting and of need aren't refrained from his kindness, willingly taking care of them and their requests without any payment. To be under his care is akin to a mother's gentle yet firm fussing, his voice barely above a whisper as he asks the person to be more careful. If you're lucky to be close to him, perhaps you'll see a glimpse of a warm smile and hear the soft laughter slipping past his austere exterior. As he is an anomaly to people, Kosuke tries his utmost best to not judge someone's character and their antics even if it doesn't make sense in the end.

But unknown to many people, he is riveted in guilt and sorrow towards his past, telling himself every day he could've done better. His father's lingering, monstrous grip on his self worth haunts very well into his sleep, leaving Kosuke restless and unknown to sweet dreams. He tries to move on from the demons that hunt him, often relying his mother's kind words to calm him. Usually hiding such things under his emotionless gaze, Kosuke believes such delicate manners should be kept to himself. But it's hard for him, as someone who cherishes his friends and family to not cry for them when he's alone and away from strangers' eyes. Being called the perfect samurai is nothing more than an insult and title Kosuke carries with him every day, making him strive for effectiveness on each job he takes.

》 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒

Character Story 1

Character Details

A mysterious ronin whose skills almost rival those of Kujou Sara and presumably have no relations other than the dead. While appearing like a young and distant man from no origin, his eyes tell a different story about his struggles with Eternity.

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 2)

Character Story 2

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 3)

Character Story 3

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 4)

Character Story 4

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 5)

Character Story 5

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 6)

Single Flower Earring

Kosuke isn't known to have many materialistic items, choosing necessities over mortal desires. And yet somehow this single flower earring had found its way into his possession, adorning his left ear every day. Out of every treasure and wealth, it is this type of jewelry he values the most and would never let go for any reason. How could he if it were the only thing left of his dear wife?

If anything, those were the times that Kosuke felt the most nostalgic for the past, the silly bantering and the loving embraces of a man and his love. He even remembered how much joy it brought to her, when she pulled him to dance on the day of her birthday after receiving a pair of flower earrings. A beautiful, precious memory where Fate had been so kind to let him have peace for moment.

And perhaps it was still childish thinking to believe in such ideas, but this earring was much like the whalesongs his mother used to sing by the seashore near their home. Completely nothing, yet nevertheless a honest enrapture of a dream long gone, but immortalized in a simple thing.

Vision

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 6)

𝙲𝚞𝚛𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝙿𝚛𝚘𝚐𝚛𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚊𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝚕𝚊𝚝𝚎

𝐌𝐢𝐳𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐦𝐚 𝐊𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐤𝐞:

ᴏꜰꜰɪᴄɪᴀʟ ᴄʜᴀʀᴀᴄᴛᴇʀ ᴘʀᴏꜰɪʟᴇ - 98% Just need to finish writing a story of his and he’ll be released.

ʜᴇᴀᴅᴄᴀɴᴏɴꜱ - 70% I’ve been focusing more on Kosuke’s profile since I want to get that out before anything else so it’s currently sitting in a bit of dust. It might need some revision.

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠:

ᴏꜰꜰɪᴄɪᴀʟ ᴄʜᴀʀᴀᴄᴛᴇʀ ᴘʀᴏꜰɪʟᴇ - 40% Just started on it a while ago and currently on technical information.

𝐘𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐤𝐚𝐳𝐞:

ᴏꜰꜰɪᴄɪᴀʟ ᴄʜᴀʀᴀᴄᴛᴇʀ ᴘʀᴏꜰɪʟᴇ - 80% I just need to look over a few details and it might be released alongside Kosuke.

𝐍𝐢𝐤𝐤𝐨:

ᴏꜰꜰɪᴄɪᴀʟ ᴄʜᴀʀᴀᴄᴛᴇʀ ᴘʀᴏꜰɪʟᴇ - Haven’t started on it yet due to redoing his backstory.

𝐀𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐚:

ᴏꜰꜰɪᴄɪᴀʟ ᴄʜᴀʀᴀᴄᴛᴇʀ ᴘʀᴏꜰɪʟᴇ - 10% I only have her name and region atm.

𝐀𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝:

ᴏꜰꜰɪᴄɪᴀʟ ᴄʜᴀʀᴀᴄᴛᴇʀ ᴘʀᴏꜰɪʟᴇ - 70% A character story is currently unwritten atm.

𝙸 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚞𝚊𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝚋𝚎 𝚖𝚊𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚜𝚎𝚙𝚊𝚛𝚊𝚝𝚎 𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚐𝚎𝚗𝚛𝚎𝚜 𝚜𝚘 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚜𝚑𝚎𝚕𝚟𝚎𝚜 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚋𝚎 𝚌𝚛𝚘𝚠𝚍𝚎𝚍 𝚊𝚗𝚢𝚖𝚘𝚛𝚎 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚞𝚜 𝚕𝚘𝚘𝚔𝚜 𝚏𝚛𝚎𝚜𝚑 𝚝𝚘 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚎𝚢𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚟𝚒𝚜𝚒𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚜. 𝙰𝚜 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚊𝚍𝚍𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚊𝚕 𝚞𝚙𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚝𝚊𝚕𝚎𝚜 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚙𝚘𝚙𝚙𝚎𝚍 𝚘𝚞𝚝 𝚘𝚏 𝚗𝚘𝚠𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚎 (𝙰𝚗𝚏𝚒𝚜𝚊, 𝚈𝚘𝚛𝚞𝚔𝚊𝚣𝚎, 𝙲𝚑𝚊𝚘𝚡𝚒𝚊𝚗𝚐), 𝙸 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚗𝚎𝚐𝚕𝚎𝚌𝚝𝚎𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚒𝚗𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚖 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚒𝚛 𝚊𝚛𝚛𝚒𝚟𝚊𝚕𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚚𝚞𝚊𝚒𝚗𝚝 𝚕𝚒𝚋𝚛𝚊𝚛𝚢 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚠𝚒𝚕𝚕 𝚒𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚗𝚍 𝚝𝚘 𝚍𝚘 𝚊 𝚋𝚎𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚓𝚘𝚋 𝚊𝚜 𝚊 𝚕𝚒𝚋𝚛𝚊𝚛𝚒𝚊𝚗. 𝚄𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚕 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚗, 𝚙𝚕𝚎𝚊𝚜𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚖𝚎 𝚟𝚒𝚜𝚒𝚝 𝚊𝚐𝚊𝚒𝚗, 𝚍𝚎𝚊𝚛 𝚃𝚛𝚊𝚟𝚎𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚛𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝙳𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚖𝚜.

for some reason the most romantic thing i can think of is someone saying your name. the way it’s supposed to be said. early in the morning. late at night. mouth full of food. a whisper. in sob. in laughter. stuttering. idk there’s something about it that means more to me.

I was wondering why my stomach was punting me from the inside all day when I realized I forgot to eat not only breakfast, but also lunch.... oops-

This is still one of my favorite pictures... mostly because of how the eyes look and the butterflies in the background