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Uphaven #2

There was a pamphlet describing the city of Uphaven. Whoever wrote this took pride in the city hall, and a central park with leafless trees and shrubs, and a fountain in the works. In the photo, the water wasn’t even on. What kind of Strangetown vibe was this? For all the big talk, the councilContinue reading “Uphaven #2”

Uphaven #1

CW: death, gore, suicidal tendencies, apocalyptic themes It was light out. I was no longer in pain, and as I looked around at this unfamiliar scape, I knew I had to be on the other side… or something. To my left was a distant city that looked dirty and hadn’t been updated, let alone washed,Continue reading “Uphaven #1”

I Almost Gave Up

For those who have been around for over a month, you’d know I’ve been writing Stardust–not the Neil Gaiman novel, this is the message title (I’m not revealing the actual title until I’m certain). Well, I have to say first that it’s not only about the rating–that’s theory. You have to write a good storyContinue reading “I Almost Gave Up”

Angst

I never really admitted this to myself until today. I am an angsty person–I always have been, ever since I was a kid. It’s a mix of boredom, depression, anger, and drowsiness. It gets in the way of my day all the time and it’s physically painful, and believe you me, I like to createContinue reading “Angst”

Messages – Warning System

What you need is a word processor, its Find and Replace, and the highlighter tool–I suggest using a dark colour. The default colour is too light to distinguish. Now, I’m going to make up a rating slugline for educational purposes. This will look like garble to you, but I promise you, every letter counts. PynUamw,,LwmauxoPajUmwlauziqpamIlebŋ.!,”;‘Continue reading “Messages – Warning System”

Induction

I began my official induction as a watcher last night. This is what it feels like: dizziness, anger, being hypnotised, agitation, doubt, and an upset stomach. I also feel like I can’t do my daily activities unless it’s essential, like eating. I thought I’d be wrong to write this up. Karu said there’s a lotContinue reading “Induction”

Dr Isaac Gilmore

I finally figured out who my guest is. He put a patch on me, and it took me a while, just like with my brother Roy. I didn’t think he’d be the one. “You know my son!” I told him, and he was taken aback by my knowledge of him–all I did was google him.Continue reading “Dr Isaac Gilmore”

Message Sensitivity

As watchers, we are hyperaware of messaging in media. We are so aware that the message affects us directly, and can cause us physical and mental harm. Last night I watched the AFL. A live broadcast, on two different channels, each with different commentators and half-time analysis. There can’t be a message, right? That’s whereContinue reading “Message Sensitivity”

Ike Elhaken

Before I met Ike, he saved my life. Someone had passed away who was dear to me, and I didn’t realise I had trouble coping until I wrote a letter to him. I wanted what everyone else wanted–to see your favourite people in your dreams. When we met, he presented the letter. It had beenContinue reading “Ike Elhaken”

Coming of Watchers

It was early morning on the 3rd of August, 2019. I hadn’t slept well because I’m an insomniac, and I had work in a few hours. I spread some kind of energy around the earth. Perhaps it was a download. Spirit, an Original, whispered in my ear: “You’re about to witness a miracle.” There wasContinue reading “Coming of Watchers”