Is 'You Will Be Mine' Part Of A Series?

Oh, I was just revisiting 'This Mortal Coil' last week! Emily Suvada’s trilogy is actually complete—the sequel is called 'This Cruel Design', and it cranks up the biotech horror and moral dilemmas even further. The way she twists the concept of genetic hacking still gives me chills. The final book, 'This Vicious Cure', wraps everything up with a blend of emotional punches and high-stakes action. I binged the whole series during a rainy weekend, and that ending? Whew. It’s rare to find a sci-fi trilogy where each book feels necessary, but Suvada nails it. If you loved the first book’s puzzles, the sequels dive deeper into Catarina’s past and the Consortium’s secrets. There’s this one scene involving a gene-edited monster that haunted my dreams for days—no spoilers, but trust me, it’s worth the read. Also, the side characters get way more development, especially Leoben. I’d kill for a spin-off about his backstory.

I get this question all the time when people want the music that plays during Rias Gremory moments — that romantic, regal, sometimes melancholic vibe. If you’re looking for the official sources, start with the core OST releases: the 'High School DxD Original Soundtrack' (season 1), the 'High School DxD BorN Original Soundtrack' (season 3), and the 'High School DxD HERO Original Soundtrack' (season 4). Those albums contain the leitmotifs and scene cues that underscore most of Rias/Gremory’s scenes — from intimate one-on-one conversations to the big, showy demon-family moments. Musically, the Gremory-associated cues tend to share a few hallmarks: warm, sustained strings, a soft piano or harp line, and occasionally a low choir or horn that gives a noble, slightly bittersweet edge. When the scene is flirtier or tender, the arrangement leans on slower tempos and gentle piano arpeggios; when it’s dramatic or regal, the orchestrations expand into richer strings and brass. If you want the tracks that feel “Rias-like” specifically, look for slower, romantic-sounding pieces and those labeled as character image or vocal singles tied to her character — some of those singles and insert songs are also sequenced on the OSTs or on the singles released by the cast. For actually finding them, Spotify and YouTube often have the OSTs uploaded (official or fan uploads), and CDJapan/BookWalker sell the physical CDs if you’re into liner notes and better audio. I usually queue the OST when I’m drawing or writing fanfic because those warm strings are perfect background fuel — they immediately put me back in the exact tone of those Gremory scenes, whether it’s quiet, flirty banter or a slow, emotional reveal.

Each time I dive into 'Genshin Impact', I'm reminded of how playing Diluc feels like tapping into a fiery spirit. When it comes to boosting him, the best artifact set I’ve found is undoubtedly the Crimson Witch of Flames. This particular set really elevates his Pyro damage output to incredible levels, and the four-piece bonus amplifies his burning potential even further. He’s already a powerhouse with his claymore, but using these artifacts makes him a veritable force of destruction. I’ve paired it with a weapon like the ‘Wolf's Gravestone,’ which pushes his attack further while granting a huge damage boost to teammates as well! It feels incredibly empowering when Diluc pops off a full combo with a couple of charged attacks in a swirl of flames, literally melting enemies away. Then there's also the option of using the Gladiator's Finale set. A two-piece combination of Gladiator’s and Crimson Witch can work wonders too. It balances out physical damage and Pyro damage nicely, which enables me to switch up styles depending on the enemy. Experimentation has really been a joy, seeing how I can juggle these combinations for the best outcomes. Chasing good artifacts can be a grind, but trust me, it's worth it when you watch him take down bosses with flair!

Signing PDFs for free legally is easier than most people think, and I've experimented with several methods over the years. The go-to option is Adobe Acrobat Reader DC—it’s free and lets you add a basic signature without paying a dime. Just open the PDF, click 'Fill & Sign,' and doodle your signature or type it out. It’s straightforward, but the downside is you can’t add advanced features like certificates or timestamps. For more security, I’ve used Smallpdf’s e-sign tool. It’s web-based, so no downloads, and it complies with most legal standards for e-signatures. You upload the PDF, drag a signature field, and sign with a mouse or keyboard. The free tier has limitations, like one document per day, but it’s legit for occasional use. Another underrated pick is DocuSign’s free plan—perfect for one-off signings, though it nags you to upgrade. The key is avoiding sketchy sites; stick to reputable tools with clear privacy policies.

The Crippled God’s power is weirdly intimate — it doesn’t roar so much as ache. I’ve always been struck by how his strength comes from being wounded and dragged into the world: he’s a god with a chronic injury, and that injury leaks. That leak is magic and influence. He can grant boons, inflame cults, and twist mortals into vessels for his purpose; worship and suffering are like fuel that his fragments drink. That’s why he can help commanders win battles or seed entire regions with fanatical devotion. He’s also able to warp the fabric of sorcery around him in ways that feel corrosive: touch a piece of his power and you come away altered, sometimes monstrously so. In the story of 'Malazan Book of the Fallen' that corrosive quality makes him uniquely effective — he’s not just brute force, he’s contagion and obsession. But his wounds are his chains. A crippled god can’t stride around freely; he depends on proxies, cults, bargains, and ritual to act. That dependence is a structural weakness: starve him of followers or break the rituals that link him to the world and his reach shrinks. His body being broken means his will is compromised and fragmentary; he can’t simply remake reality at whim in the way an uninjured god might. Other powerful beings — ascendants, counter-rituals, or concentrated sorcery directed at severing divine ties — can blunt or even reverse what he does. And morally, he’s complicated: his hunger for healing makes him capable of both cruelty and pitiable longing, which creates factions among those who oppose or aid him. I like how that combination — potent but dependent, infectious but fragile — makes him less of a cardboard villain and more of a tragic force. It’s the sort of mythic picture that keeps me thinking long after a reread: a deity who’s terrifying because he’s broken, and broken because he’s terrifying.

Adoro quando surge essa mistura bizarra e criativa entre 'Outlander' e 'Predador' — dá vontade de vasculhar a internet inteira! Eu costumo começar pelos lugares óbvios: Instagram e Twitter/X são ótimos para achar ilustrações rápidas e artistas independentes. Procuro por hashtags como #Outlander, #Predator, #fanart, #crossover e combinações do tipo #OutlanderPredator ou #WarriorVsPredator; muitas vezes quem posta usa palavras em inglês e em português, então vale pesquisar nos dois idiomas. Tumblr ainda guarda um monte de pérolas antigas e reblogs que contextualizam fanarts com fanfics, enquanto DeviantArt e ArtStation reúnem artes mais polidas e portfólios completos. Se você curte um estilo mangá/anime, o Pixiv é indispensável — lá tem artistas japoneses e internacionais que talvez não postem em outras redes. Para a galera brasileira, grupos no Facebook e canais no Telegram também costumam compartilhar fanart local; é ali que às vezes aparecem prints e artes para vender ou encomendar. Dica prática: sempre cheque as tags e o perfil do artista antes de repostar, dê crédito e, se estiver pensando em usar a arte para algo (print, camiseta), converse com o autor. Também gosto de buscar em Pinterest quando quero colecionar referências num só lugar, e de vez em quando fuço subreddits como r/fanart e r/crossover para ver coleções mais amplas. No final das contas, o que me diverte é ver como cada artista interpreta esse choque de universos — tem uns mashups incríveis que viram conversa com amigos pelo resto da semana.

Chasing down a copy of 'Whiskey When We're Dry' as a free PDF is something I’ve poked around for a bit, and here’s the short, friendly take: you’ll almost never find a legitimate, permanently free PDF of that book. It’s a modern, copyrighted novel, so the usual places that host public-domain texts won’t have it. That said, I do know a few legal ways to read it without dropping cash up front. My go-to is borrowing through library apps like Libby/OverDrive or Hoopla—sometimes libraries have the ebook or audiobook for lending. Open Library/Internet Archive also does controlled digital lending where you can borrow a scanned copy for a limited time. Publishers or authors sometimes put up free samples or promos (check the publisher’s site or the author’s social media). Amazon/Google Books often have a free preview too. If you find a full PDF being offered for free outside those channels, it’s probably pirated and risky (malware, poor formatting, and it hurts creators). I usually borrow from the library or grab a legit sale during a promo; feels better supporting the writer and keeps everything safe.

Scrolling through Oregonlive's Comics Kingdom is like opening a treasure chest for any comic lover! You'll find a mix of classic and contemporary favorites that definitely keep the pages turning. For starters, 'Peanuts' is always a delightful choice. I mean, who doesn’t have a soft spot for Charlie Brown and his gang? Their misadventures are timeless and somehow bring comfort no matter how many years pass. Then there's 'Garfield'; I've lost count of how many times I've laughed out loud at his lazy cat antics and his constant battles with lasagna. But it doesn't stop there! 'Dilbert' is a hilarious take on office life that really strikes a chord, especially if you’ve ever had to endure a cubicle job. Beyond those classics, I found gems like 'Zits' and 'The Oatmeal,' both of which inject humor into the everyday chaos of life. Each comic strips offers something unique, whether it’s nostalgia, relatable humor, or just some good ol' fashioned silliness. I often visit to catch up, and I always walk away with a few chuckles. Seriously, if you haven’t jumped into this virtual comic book store yet, you're missing out!