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  1. BlackKnightX

    How would you feel if such a female character were to be introduced in One Piece?

    We'll probably get another addition to the Luffy, Usopp, and Chopper trio. They'll probably be great pals with her. Kind of reminds me of that scene with the trio and Bon-chan holding each others across the shoulders and dancing together. It will probably be that kind of dynamic.
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    Mystery was written off as bad writing.

    From my experience, most readers don't care. As a reader myself, whenever I see some inconsistency or a potential plot hole, the first thing that comes to mind is that it's a mystery. If something doesn't seem right, I would expect to find the answer if I keep on reading. Some readers might call...
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    How to increase the quality of writing style

    Overall, I think you use too many similes. It's kind of like sugar; a little bit here and there can enhance the taste, but too much of it will make me feel nauseous. Some people might like this style, though, but it's just not my thing.
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    Booba vs Boba - Poll

    Nothing beats curvy hips.
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    Booba vs Boba - Poll

    Boobs. Or am I missing something?
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    What do you look for in Online Games?

    Not just online games, but in any games I play, I always look for challenges. I love games where you have to use your brain a bit and have to master the skills.
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    How do I stop procrastinating?

    One thing that always work for me is to actively try to get yourself in the mood to write. It's different for everyone. Some get inspired by looking at cool pictures, some by listening to music, some by consuming a piece of media. Be careful, though. This might turn into a new way to...
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    Any tips regarding creating a system

    I think you should ask yourself more than anyone else. But if you want my opinion, I love systems that are simple and unique. The point of gaming systems is to show progress. Take stats, for instance. Say, 10 in strength is considered a normal adult human. If you're 12, you're slightly above...
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    "SYSTEMS", Floating Sceens, Skills and levels, YAY or NAY

    Love them. As a writer, it's a good way to show progress. As a reader, it's like a dream ability. Imagine having a system aiding you in real life. Leveling things up would be a whole lot easier. I could already tell right away when I did something wrong or hit a plateau. Not being able to...
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    Need advice for people who have finished some novel

    This is the best thing I've ever learned when it comes storytelling: know the reader's expectation. In the setup phrase, you make promises to readers. If our lovable protagonist gets betrayed, we would naturally want him to get revenge or at least see the betrayer meets their downfall somehow...
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    Your views on standard complexity.

    Plot. Characters can be extremely complex and well thought-out, but it's the plot that makes them shine. If we dig even deeper, the heart of good plot is complication and cohesiveness. That's it. A story becomes more and more complex the more complications it go through, as they build on top...
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    Editing

    I usually edit after I finish a chapter. I don't write the whole thing first and then edit all of it later. That sounds like a real pain in the ass. That's why I don't think much of it. It's simply part of the process.
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    Thoughts on "unwanted" feedback

    It's within the reader's right to leave whatever comment they want. If you don't like it or think it leaves a negative impact on new readers, you can just delete it. Personally, I value every criticism, but that doesn't mean I take every one of them to heart. As an author, I have my own goal...
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    Tired of existential dread

    For me, it's a constant improvement. Have I regressed? Of course. There are many instances when I feel like the me in the past could do better. It was frustrating, but I use that frustration to fuel me to get back to that level and keep on improving again. Then, when I look back, that little...
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    Why do clothes in movies sound like that

    Yeah, such a silky smooth sound. Can sound sudden and ferocious too, especially those robes and loose garments martial artists in Chinese movies wear when they fight.
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    Do you think reading bad prose will make your prose bad?

    Depends on each reader, really. But surely if you read widely enough, you've already come across such a distinction before yourself. Even if you don't think much about it, you can at least recognize it by the experience itself. For example, good prose will most likely be a smooth read, sometimes...
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    Writing Prompt The point of view of a bird

    What in the archaic language is that...? :blob_blank:
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    Morality Consistency

    Thematically, this is a nice exploration of theme. You consider the topic from many sides, and that can be really interesting if done well. The keyword is done well. It comes to the execution in the end. I often don't like Tsundere characters as much—I find them quite annoying—but some stories...
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    Do you think reading bad prose will make your prose bad?

    I don't read as many fan-translated stuff as I used to simply because of bad grammar and awkward sentences. In fact, I actively avoid it even though there are many cool-looking stories begging me to check them out. If I give in, though, I often find myself editing the errors in my head more than...
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    Wuuuusha

    The Heavenly Demon Can’t Live a Normal Life. It's the best thing there is. Just is.
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