Red and Blue make Purple

[baraschino]

[jyaco7777]

KIMONO

[alphatoronado]

[knights-of-kylo-ren]

Kylo’s fighting style is remarkable

[finndamerons]

#i love this bc he’s swinging it around like it’s super heavy#lightsabers are made of kyber crystals which give out a beam that is weightless#bur because kylo’s kyber crystal is cracked#it may be causing disturbances in the force#pulling the beam in every direction possible#which makes it harder to wield and much harder to swing around#it’s like he’s swinging an actual sword (via @kylorage)

[verysharpteeth]

And I like pointing out that he’s a REALLY reckless fighter. Maybe it was just this moment because he was falling all to pieces, but I think it’s more than likely a common thing with him considering his tantrums. It’s ridiculous to turn your back on an opponent in a sword fight, yet even wounded he’s doing it here. And on a side note even wounded he decides to use a double hand strike with the momentum of the spin for extra power. In other words, that move is going to HURT. He’s already been gut shot and is visibly bleeding everywhere and he decides to use moves that are really going to linger.

[kylorenvevo]

I’m going to back up this already excellent post with some lore for anyone who might be interested.

• Yes, lightsaber blades are weightless, but resistant to changes in motion, so the 90-degree angle of Ren’s two beams actively make them work against each other, as opposed to the only other known crossguard user Roblio Darte, whose secondary blade emitter was 45 degrees from the first, enabling him to wield it perfectly.
• Double-handed strikes are the most common movement among lightsaber users because of the inertia needed to counteract the blade’s initial repelling force. Ren uses a two-handed slash despite being heavily wounded because that will make the blade cut faster and easier than a one-handed grip. That’s why Jar’Kai users (dual-wielders) have to rely on speed and agility to compensate for the lack of power in their strikes.
• The combat form that Ren is using here could be Ataru, which is noted for its acrobatic twirls, but it could also be Djem So, due to the switch in grips while spinning and the finishing uppercut slash (theoretically, this move conceals your strikes and does not leave you open to attack, even though your back is turned for a moment). I favor the Djem So headcanon, because this was Anakin Skywalker’s preferred form (and we all know how much Ren idolizes his grandpa).
• Alternatively, this scene (and the whole fight in general) could also reinforce my personal headcanon that Ren is a Niman user. He uses Niman stance on Takodana, and it is entirely feasible that he could be adopting it in this scene too, as Niman is a combination of the other forms, and it is also perceived by a lot of lightsaber users to be very undisciplined, since it relies heavily on improvisation. Count Dooku once criticized a Niman adherent for his sloppy form and nonexistent footwork. I believe this ties in very well with how reckless Ren is in combat.
  

[malgayne]

These lightsaber fights were EXTREMELY well choreographed, and well shot. A few other things I geeked out about:

* Lightsabers aren’t actually frozen beams of light–they’re LOOPS of plasma, that come out of the handle, turn around, and flow back into the handle. They resist motion because they’re actually already IN motion. It’s less like hitting someone with a sword, and more like hitting them with a chainsaw. This explains a lot of things that happen in the duels–any time a lightsaber hits the ground or an obstacle, it skips and kicks away from the absorbed momentum.

* Because lightsabers bend in a loop, they actually have an “edge” and a “flat,” even though it’s not clearly visible–your cutting technique actually matters, A clean cut will pass right through a human body, but a sloppy cut (like the wild swings that Kylo, Finn and Rey are throwing around) is going to contact human flesh and then actually kick away. This is why when Kylo cuts Finn’s back, he leaves a long gouge rather than just cleaving him in half–it’s a sloppy cut, and he has poor control.

* This also explains why the shape of the side emitters on Kylo Ren’s lightsaber aren’t a problem–when two lightsabers connect, they lock together and stick (imagine two chainsaws locked together!). This is why Ren doesn’t have to worry about another blade sliding down his and severing the plasma vent on the side. You can see this in the way Ren manipulates Rey’s sword when they’re in the bind in the end of their duel–he knows that if he’s physically stronger he can actually yank Rey’s saber around in her hand.

* You can tell here that while all of the combatants have at least some close quarters combat training, none of them REALLY know how to use a lightsaber. You can see this especially in when Rey first attacks Kylo Ren–note that she keeps trying to stab him. It’s very rare that we see other lightsaber users attempt a stab in the heat of combat–nearly every other blow attempted is a wide, sweeping slice. Stabbing strokes like that are *quarterstaff* techniques–designed to take advantage of the extra range that comes from having an extra 2 feet of stick to put between you and your opponent. It’s obvious when she attempts these attacks that she overbalances herself (because the lightsaber is shorter than the quarterstaff she’s used to) and that Ren has never been attacked by a lightsaber this way before.

* Also, look at how janky Ren’s lightsaber blade is! The thing is so obviously a Pinto compared to the Ferrari that is Anakin’s old lightsaber, and it’s all beautifully rendered without a word just in the design of the prop and the effects.

I loved pretty much everything about these movies, but the lightsaber choreography may be my favorite part.

[thessalian]

I’ve seen Ataru and Djem Sho listed as possible forms, but I’d have said Juyo - all about the power and the heavy blows, nothing about the defense, and a form that more or less encourages you to channel your rage into it.

[beeftony]

The choreography in this scene is great for several reasons:

1. It forgoes the “flynning” of the prequels. Flynning is named after swashbuckling star Errol Flynn, and describes a form of stage fighting where the practitioners use elaborate and entertaining moves while always being sure to hit each other’s weapons instead of actually going after each other. When you draw out a fight like that, the weapons start to feel less dangerous. It becomes all flash and no substance. Here, characters are stabbed, cut, and nearly maimed, and still manage to carry on with the fight.

2. Each character’s fighting style tells us about them. Kylo is practically berserk, destroying his surroundings in a blind rampage. He cuts through trees, drags his saber along the ground and melts snow, and sacrifices control in favor of overwhelming power. Finn is actually formally trained in the use of melee weapons, as described in the tie-in novel Before the Awakening. His moves are very rudimentary and adequately done, but he hasn’t had enough practice to do much beyond defend himself. Kylo Ren has done this enough that it’s practically second nature, and Finn only stands a fighting chance because his opponent is out of control and wounded.

Rey, as discussed above, is used to fighting with a staff, and would probably benefit greatly from a double bladed lightsaber, but manages to adjust her technique. What sets her apart is her ability to control her emotions, to not let fear and anger get the better of her. Finn is afraid and overly cautious, defending himself but doing little in the way of actually striking back, and Kylo Ren allows his emotions to run completely wild. But Rey is able to focus and let The Force flow through her, which gives her the edge.

3. There is so much emotion wrapped up in this duel. The prequel fights often fell flat because the emotional moments were separated from the actual fighting. Obi-Wan lets out a big, anguished “Nooooo!” when Qui-Gon is stabbed, but then he and Maul are back to fighting each other like champion fencers. Obi-Wan and Anakin’s duel at the end of Revenge of the Sith is focused largely on spectacle, while the big emotional moments largely happen before and after the fight.

Here, you can clearly see what each character is feeling just in the way they fight. The gif above shows how much weight and anger Kylo Ren is putting into his strikes. Finn is clearly terrified but presses forward anyway. Rey’s anger and fear are more restrained, but still clearly visible. There are plenty of emotional moments interspersed between the dueling, but they don’t feel separated from it, and that makes all the difference.

[oakydokey]

I’m glad that the product of 40 years of nerds is so tangible

[plaqq]

[miss-cigarettes]

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[ash-is-boss]

wild-mare-of-prosecution asked:

Hawkdaddy liked your comic where Manon tells Adrien that Marinette likes him. ;3

OH that wasn’t mine but @keaoriginalart‘s. I am simply a reblogger. ;)

[ash-is-boss]

[littleblackchat]

I’ve been too sick to draw at home lately, so here’s a school doodle. I doodle at school a lot, actually, but I usually don’t post them. I might start posting sketches like these on my Patreon once I get it set up, tho (idk would anyone actually want to see these??? there… there are so many lol)

Also according to @hchano​ you need to know what’s happening in the last one, so basically Chat and Mari are chatting (padum ching) after Le Gamer (Mari feels guilty for endangering Adrien, and for being saved by him when *she’s* supposed to be the hero), and she’s like

Mari: You don’t understand, Chat. Adrien almost got hurt – vaporized – because of me. Because he was with me. Because he was trying to protect me. (*Chat pouty sad face*) And this isn’t even the first time! He was trapped by Kung Food because of me, too! (*Chat pouty sad face intensifies*) …I’m just bad luck. I wouldn’t be surprised if he never wants to see me again. *headknees*

Chat: I dunno about that, Princess.

Mari: *peeks up from knees* Mmm??

Chat: Trust me – I know bad luck, and you’re not it. In fact, you’re the opposite.

Mari: What?

Chat: You helped me defeat Evillustrator. And you figured out who sabotaged your uncle’s soup.  And you were more worried about Gamer getting Adrien than you.

Mari: You… really think that?

Chat: Sure. Everything turned out okay in the end, right? And I wouldn’t worry about that Adrien kid. Who knows? Maybe he’s glad he got an excuse to be close to you.

Mari: *panicked look at Chat*

AS ADRIEN, OR AS CHAT, HMMMMMM???? OH HO HO HOOOOO. 

But yeah, would you guys actually want to see these if I put them on Patreon (at, like, a super low tier)?

[ash-is-boss]

[kyumart]

Lovecom(mmissions) for @kisusnacktime

I drew two versions because I’m a mess

[miraculousgifs]

And now a dorky pun from Chat Noir

Translations by: myladynoir

[miraculousgifs]

Chloé makes the soup bad

[miraculousgifs]

Adrienette Moments Ep: 1-15

Adrienette moments summarized. 

Stormy Weather - Marinette goes to the park to invite Adrien out for smoothies. Not successful. Just a wave from the two of them.

Bubbler - Marinette tries to give a present to Adrien. Fails. We get a nervous/confused hi’s from them. Adrien loves the scarf Marinette made but believes it to be from his father. Marinette chooses not to say anything seeing how happy Adrien is to get a present from his father

Copycat - Marinette calls Adrien but ends up leaving an embrassing voicemail instead (calls him hot). She steals Adrien’s phone to erase the message and replaces it without getting caught. Nino invites Adrien to the Movies. Alya invites herself and Marinette to tag along with them. We get a smile from Adrien and a Marinette jumping for joy.  

Timebreaker - Adrien is impressed with Marinett’s banner that she made. He winks andcompliments her and Marinette giggles in delight. Marinette accidently drops the watch and Adrien catches it. Marinette calls him a cool kid and that he’s good at holding things with his hands. Adrien is shocked/confused. Marienette tries to correct herself but is ultimately embarrassed.

Mr. Pigeon - Marinette designs a hat for a contest and wins. Adrien is impressed with her designs but thought they were Alya’s at first. After finding out they are Marinette’s he tells her she is sure to win. When she wins he tells her great job and touches her hands that are holding the hat. Marinette smiles and blushes.

Lady Wifi - No Adrienette moment. Alya points out to Marinette how Adrien and Chat look similar. Marinette tells her that she can’t compare a nice sane guy like Adrien to someone like Chat.

Pharaoh - No Adrienette moment. Adrien starts to suspect that Ladybug goes to the same school as him though. 

Rogercop - Marinette notices Adrien’s sad when his father doesn’t show up. She also defends him when their classmates start accusing Adrien of stealing the bracelet. 

Evil Illustrator - Adrien talks to Marinette about Chat. Marinette stutters and calls Chat cool but not as cool as him. Adrien takes it as a compliment and pats her shoulder. Marinette says she’s never washing her jacket again.

Dark Cupid - Adrien writes a love letter to Ladybug but throws it away instead deciding to tell her in person. Marinette intercepts the letter and thinks it could be about her. She decides to confess to him and writes a love letter to Adrien but forgets to sign it. Adrien is surprised/excited that someone answered his letter (knowing very well he threw it away) . Hopelessly lovestruck he thinks that the letter could be from Ladybug. 

Horrificator - Marinette admits to Alya that she wants to kiss Adrien. Marinette is nervous that she’s going to kiss Adrien for a scene. Adrien tells her she’ll do great. They go to kiss but Chloe interrupts. Adrien is seems much calmer and more willing to kiss Marinette than Chloe. 

Dark Knight - Adrien says he’ll vote for Marinette if her speech is good. Adrien is seen clapping after she gives her speech

Mime - Adrien sees Marinette and Alya and admits that he didn’t want to see the show by himself and sits next to Marinette. Marinette just smiles and makes strange noises. Marinette says later that she can’t believe she watched a show next to Adrien and asks if it was dream.

Kung Food - Adrien shows up at Marinette’s door to translate Chinese for her. He bows to her at the door in a very Chat like manner. Marinette is surprised to see him and freaks out while stuttering words. Adrien and Marinette have casual conversations thoughout the rest of the episode. Marinette doesn’t stutter and Adrien seems excited to talk about Chinese culture with her. Adrien comforts her when she thinks her uncle doesn’t like her and when he loses the competition (Adrien touches her shoulders and Marinette doesn’t freak out). Adrien smiles at Marinette and her uncle when they are working/talking in the kitchen. Adrien defends them against Chloe. Adrien smiles and touches her back while gesturing her to join her uncle.  At the end they are seen enjoying Cheng shifu’s soup together. 

Gamer - Marinette participates in a school tournament of the video game Mecha Strike in an attempt to be on a team with Adrien for a Region wide tournament. She succeeds coming in 1st place having a much higher score than Adrien who’s in 2nd. Adrien shows up later at Marinette’s house to practice for the tournament. Marinette races around her room to take down posters of him that are plastered all over her walls. Adrien finds out from Marinette’s parents that she talks about him a lot. There’s accidental hand touching x 2 and both are seemingly shy about it. Marinette is shown to be much better at the game than Adrien. Adrien remarks that he’s really not needed and that she would probably do much better on her own. Marinette tries to cheer him up and gives him her lucky bracelet. They end up taking a break at the park where Adrien compliments how good her father’s pies are. The Gamer shows up and attacks the pair. Adrien grabs Marinette and saves her, falling on top of her before grabbing her hand and running away. They get separated and Adrien transforms and saves her again as Chat Noir. Marinette becomes worried for Adrien telling Chat that he’s still in danger at the park and that they have to go back for him. Chat tells her that he’s fine and not to worry. He then asks her to stay on the roof where it’s safe. At the tournament Marinette gives up her place on the team to Max stating she likes video games but doesn’t have a passion for it. Adrien then unselfishly gives up his place to Marinette stating that she’s the better player.