Sick Of This Anti-aging Obsession. Let's Go In The Opposite Direction. I Want More Characters Who Are

sick of this anti-aging obsession. let's go in the opposite direction. i want more characters who are hardened & grizzled & have a face lined with the harrowing tribulations of time--and then halfway through the narrative u find out they're 27

Good Traits Gone Bad

Empathy turning into manipulation

Imagine a character who is deeply empathetic, someone who genuinely feels and understands the emotions of others. At first, this makes them incredibly compassionate and kind, always there to lend an ear or offer comfort. But over time, this empathy begins to shift. Instead of just understanding how others feel, they start to use that understanding to manipulate those around them. They know exactly what to say to get people to do what they want, twisting their caring nature into a tool for control. What once was a beautiful gift becomes a weapon, used to bend others to their will without them even realizing it.

Confidence becoming arrogance

Think of someone who exudes confidence—someone who knows their worth and isn’t afraid to go after what they want. This kind of self-assuredness is magnetic and inspiring, drawing people in. But sometimes, this confidence can grow into something darker. The character starts to believe they’re always right, that their way is the best and only way. They dismiss others’ ideas and opinions, thinking they know better than everyone else. What was once a healthy self-esteem turns into arrogance, pushing people away as they start to feel belittled and unappreciated.

Ambition turning into obsession

Picture a character who is ambitious and driven, always striving for the next big achievement. Their dedication is admirable, pushing them to work hard and aim high. But ambition can have a dark side, too. Slowly, their drive becomes an obsession. They start to focus solely on their goals, willing to sacrifice anything or anyone who stands in their way. Friends, family, and even their own health fall by the wayside as they chase success at any cost. What was once an admirable quality turns destructive, consuming them completely.

Loyalty becoming blind devotion

Loyalty is such a beautiful trait. A loyal character is dependable, someone who stands by the people they care about no matter what. But loyalty can also become dangerous if it goes too far. This character might start to overlook red flags or harmful behaviors, sticking by someone or something even when it’s clearly detrimental. They become so blindly devoted that they lose sight of their own well-being and moral compass. What starts as a positive trait turns into a kind of self-destructive stubbornness, harming them more than helping.

Courage turning into recklessness

Imagine someone who’s incredibly brave, always ready to face challenges head-on and stand up for what they believe in. At first, this courage is inspiring, giving them the strength to overcome obstacles and help others. But sometimes, courage can cross a line. It turns into recklessness, making them take unnecessary risks without considering the consequences. They start to believe they’re invincible, putting themselves and others in danger because they’re too focused on proving their bravery. What was once a powerful strength becomes a dangerous flaw.

Determination becoming stubbornness

There’s something admirable about a character who never gives up, no matter how tough things get. Their determination helps them push through difficulties and keep going when others might quit. But when that determination turns into stubbornness, it’s a different story. They refuse to change their minds, even when all the signs point to a different path. They ignore advice, dismiss alternative viewpoints, and stick to their course out of sheer willpower, even when it’s clearly not working. Their once-praiseworthy persistence becomes a source of frustration for those around them.

Optimism becoming naivety

Someone who always looks on the bright side, no matter what. Their optimism is contagious, lifting the spirits of those around them and helping them see the silver lining in every situation. But if they aren’t careful, this optimism can morph into naivety. They might start ignoring real dangers or fail to recognize when they’re being taken advantage of. Their rosy outlook makes them blind to harsh realities, and they become easily deceived or led astray, all because they’re so focused on seeing the good in everything and everyone.

Protectiveness turning into possessiveness

A character who is naturally protective of their loved ones, always looking out for them and ensuring they’re safe and happy. This protectiveness is heartwarming and makes those around them feel cherished. But when protectiveness goes too far, it can become possessiveness. The character starts to feel like they own the people they care about, becoming overly controlling and jealous. They start dictating others' actions, justifying it as care, but it’s really about their need to keep everything under their control. What started as a caring instinct turns into something suffocating and unhealthy.

Altruism becoming self-neglect

Think about a character who is incredibly selfless, always putting others' needs before their own. They’re the kind of person who would give you the shirt off their back, always ready to help, always there for everyone. But this selflessness can go too far. It turns into self-neglect, where they completely disregard their own needs and well-being. They keep giving and giving until they have nothing left, leading to burnout and exhaustion. Their altruism, while beautiful, ends up harming them because they don’t know how to set boundaries or take care of themselves.

Honesty becoming brutal bluntness

There’s a lot to be said for a character who is straightforward and honest, someone who tells it like it is and doesn’t sugarcoat the truth. People appreciate their transparency and trustworthiness. But when honesty turns into brutal bluntness, it’s no longer a positive trait. This character starts to disregard others' feelings, using their honesty as an excuse to be harsh and tactless. Their words cut deep, hurting those around them, all in the name of being truthful. What was once refreshing candor becomes a source of pain, as they lose sight of the importance of kindness in communication.

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acehardt

2 years ago

#awesome theory for Bendy #this is exactly what I was thinking when I first heard this #idk how to feel about everything Joey tells us #bendy and the dark revival #bendy and the ink machine #batdr #batim #bendy spoilers

Memories (Spoilers for BATDR)

This will be my last post about this for a bit, I just have a lot to say and thing about this. So to get to the point, I’d like to turn the attention to the story Memory!Joey tells Audrey of her creation.

On the surface, it’s a pretty straight forward retelling of things. Henry leaves, Joey creates the Cycle via the Ink Machine, meets Allison Pendle and Audrey is eventually created from that.

But if you take a closer look to just how Memory!Joey words it, things become a little more complicated.

The way he tells the story is a lot like how one would tell a story to a child, even beginning with “Once Upon a time”.

Now that alone isn’t enough to establish my claim, so let’s see the story itself.

Memory!Joey claims that he created the cartoon world in order to punish Henry for leaving. But here’s the thing, this completely contradicts what we know about the construction of the Ink Machine.

Starting at the beginning, Joey and Henry start their business together in 1929, and only two weeks after they do, Henry begins to regret it because of Joey’s work practices.

Bendy and Boris are created sometime after this and, a year later in 1930, Henry resigns and hasn’t been anywhere near the studio in years, and wouldn’t go back until 1963, which is when the first game takes place.

Now people round up or down all the time when discussing time so 30 years fits the time frame. And this established that Henry hasn’t seen or been near the studio since he left, given how surprised he was at the changes it went through in the first chapter (ink stains and the mess aside)

To continue, Alice Angel would be created 2 years after Henry leaves and Susie Campbell would be hired to voice her until Joey replaces her with Allison Pendle.

The Ink machine itself wouldn’t be constructed until around 1944, which is also when the idea of Bendyland was being discussed. Note that date, 1944. That’s 14 years after Henry leaves, and the machine was intended on bringing cartoons to life, which I assume was intended to feature alongside Bendyland. We can also put the creation of the Ink Demon sometime after this, and Susie Campbell was likely lured by Joey Drew with the promise of a new opportunity, and becomes the first of the ink/human experiments.

Another detail told that becomes a little more suspicious is Allison Pendle herself. As Memory!Joey tells it, he and Allison had a friendship that would lead him to creating a proper Alice to serve as “Henry’s Angel”. Again, there’s a problem with all of this.

Henry goes back to the Studio in 1963, and if he and Joey are roughly the same age, then that puts both of them at 62 years old age if both were born in 1901. Allison Pendle was hired to replace Susie Campbell either in 1932 or 1933. If she was a young woman, then she would be in her 50s-60s in the 1960s. But look at how Joey portrays and tells Audrey about his friendship with Alice in his story:

Both of them are young, which gives off the impression that Joey traps Henry in the studio far earlier than 1963, which would contradict the letter and also the creators saying that this is the year Ink Machine takes place in. (Also I love how he says he gives Henry an Angel when she literally leaves him behind to the Ink Demon not long after this, even if she was reluctant about it).

And this would also imply that Allison went in after Henry, which also contradicts how Allison and Tom are portrayed as experienced survivors of this world. Meaning both would have had to have already been in the cartoon world prior to Henry coming to the studio, especially with the Cycle being on repeat until after Joey Drew’s death.

So this brings me to the conclusion that this is a very biased take on the story, the actual truth behind Joey Drew’s life. We know Joey Drew himself is an unreliable narrator, so I wouldn’t put it past him to muddle up details to make himself look better. But with the way he told the story and one other piece of evidence, there is something to be considered.

Memory!Joey called himself “The memory of the man”. But what if he isn’t Joey Drew’s memory of himself, but Audrey’s memory of her “Dad”, the one she forgot that took on a life of its own when she entered the studio.

Think about it, Memory!Joey only ever appears before Audrey. Only ever to help her by giving her exposition and a morale boost. If he was truly the memory of Joey Drew, then why would he not appear before Henry, the guy whose life he screwed over? The way he tells of Audrey’s origins sounds like something a parent may tell their child, and it is entirely possible he that is reciting something he’s told Audrey and her previous selves when they were children.

And that’s it. I hope this made sense!

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acehardt

4 months ago

not to be anti-religious but i do wonder if teaching children that they are innately flawed and sinful is, perhaps, not a healthy worldvi

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acehardt

1 year ago

Death to all colonists, I wish them well in hell

Just learned about history. Appalled

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