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Chappell Ellison
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Software and content person. Writer only when there's a deadline. Video game and ttrpg nerd. Design history obsessed.
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Ok but I think I just make 2025 my coziest year ever, and that's not nothing
A cozy living room decorated for the holidays. A lit Christmas tree with pink and white lights stands on the right, topped with a quirky skeleton figure wearing a Santa hat. In the center, a large TV displays a warm, rustic tavern scene with a fireplace. On the left, bookshelves hold books, collectibles, and soft accent lighting. The room is dim and warmly lit, creating a festive, inviting atmosphere.
November 21, 2025 at 4:06 AM
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hello, I'd like to report a murder
A staged promotional photo for a New York Times theater review shows actress Lea Michele performing under dramatic purple and blue stage lighting, wearing a long-sleeved black dress and gesturing expressively with both hands. Backup performers stand blurred behind her. White text at the top reads “The New York Times,” and at the bottom: “‘Chess’ Review: At Least They Have the Music.”
November 17, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Found the most relatable tiktok of all time
A screenshot of a humorous video showing a shirtless video-game character walking slowly up a carpeted staircase. Large white caption text over a black box reads, “Me going upstairs slowly after turning off the lights so the ghosts respect the ranks (I’m so fkn scared rn).” The username “emptytheworld” appears at the top and on the character’s lower back.
November 13, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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Someone please open up the advertising schools
A Chick-fil-A coffee cup with a dark gray plastic lid sits on a wooden table. The cup sleeve reads, “It’s a great day to have a great day …” in red text, with the Chick-fil-A logo printed underneath. Another Chick-fil-A cup is slightly blurred in the background.
November 11, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Ads from just 30 sec of scrolling. I've never searched for GLP-1 meds or clicked on an ad for but Instagram knows I'm a woman of a certain age. I do follow many strength training accounts so maybe it's making an assumption based on that. idk I just hope these are safe
A woman with long brown hair stands in a sunlit room, wearing a white sports bra and light blue leggings. Warm golden light from a nearby window highlights her face and body. Overlaid text reads: “No gatekeeping. Just results. $150/month. One price. All doses. Everywhere.” The image is branded with the “females” logo in the top left corner. A whiteboard with black handwritten text reads: “GLP-1s for $150/mo. – No membership fees – Free delivery – 100% online – Unlimited Provider & Dietitian Visits.” Small disclaimer text at the bottom notes that compounded drug products are not FDA-approved. The post is labeled as a sponsored ad from “joinfridays.” A cropped image of a woman’s midsection wearing a brown textured two-piece outfit. Text over the image reads: “Women 35+ should try HRT, not Ozempic.” Additional text below says: “The only science-backed solution to weight loss during menopause. Long-term weight loss, no gimmicks. Improves hair and skin and gives you the energy of 20-year-old you.” A small teal prescription bottle illustration with a “W” logo appears in the lower right corner. A minimalistic advertisement for Evolv Biomimetics shows a single tan-colored pill centered on a dark brown background. Above it, white text reads “Finally, a solution for the last 10 pounds.” Lines radiate from the pill to three small icons labeled “Daily Tablet,” “Supports Fat Metabolism*,” and “Quiet Cravings Within 4 Hours*.” The overall design is sleek and modern, with the brand name “evolv” displayed at the top and a “Shop now” button at the bottom.
November 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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A screenshot from a Saturday Night Live infomercial. Scarlett Johansson wears a one-shouldered cream gown and stands in front of a backdrop featuring four large photos of ornate crystal chandeliers. She has curly brown hair and wears large dangling earrings, with her mouth slightly open as if speaking or singing. The image has a formal, staged feel, resembling a television or performance set.
November 7, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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My mom is a costumer who makes bespoke costumes for local theaters. She doesn't really think she does much but like idk man I think she crushes so hard
A woman stands indoors wearing an elaborate Renaissance-style gown of deep red satin with wide, puffed sleeves and gold brocade detailing across the bodice. She has her hair pulled back under an ornate beaded headpiece and wears a gold necklace with a red stone. She stands beside a small wooden table holding a closed book, against a beige and dark wood-paneled wall that evokes a historical setting, possibly a stage or reenactment scene.
November 6, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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jfc I'm crying over here because Google search is so borked now it no longer understands user intent. NO, I don't mean height y'all
A Google search results page for “biggest pop stars of all time.” The results display a grid of celebrity photos with names and heights listed beside each. The lineup includes Madonna (5′5″), Michael Jackson (5′9″), Mariah Carey (5′9″), Prince (5′2″), Britney Spears (5′4″), Janet Jackson (5′4″), Lady Gaga (5′1″), Backstreet Boys (group photo), and Elton John (5′8″). The heading above reads “From sources across the web,” and a button at the bottom says “15 more.”
November 6, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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It just struck me how Michael and Janet Jackson's music video for Scream, which came out in 1995..... *thirty years ago*....was, at the time, the most accessible anime had ever been in the states until Toonami premiered 2 years later.
A screenshot from the music video for Scream. A black-and-white image showing a person standing in a sleek, modern room, facing a giant screen that dominates the wall. The screen displays a close-up of an anime character’s face mid-shout, with wide eyes and an open mouth, conveying intense emotion. The person stands with hands on hips before a long table with two futuristic chairs, emphasizing the stark contrast between the minimalist room and the dramatic image above.
November 6, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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So did we ever get a confirmation on this Calibri ass font?
Screenshot of an article discussing the design of Andrew Cuomo’s campaign logo for NYC mayor. The text explains that the logomark uses a sans-serif typeface resembling Calibri, the former Microsoft default font, replaced by Aptos in 2023. Below the text is the logo: the word “CUOMO” in bold blue letters beneath an orange semicircle sunburst with seven rays, and the tagline “to build a new NYC” in smaller blue text. The image caption reads “[Image: Cuomo Campaign].”
November 4, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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I'm watching a Christmas episode of the original He-Man and it's absolutely blowing my mind that they made Jesus Christ part of the cannon lore of the Masters of the Universe. Yes Orko, we really are all god's creatures
Cartoon character Orko from He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. He has blue skin, yellow eyes, and wears a red robe with a large black “O” on the front, along with a pointed red hat and a purple scarf that covers his lower face. His hands are raised as if casting a spell. The background is plain white.
November 4, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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Just received this mailer from the NY State Democrat Committee, addressed to the former tenant of my apartment. The Dems are doing basically nothing but they think shaming their base is effective messaging right now? This makes me so, so mad.
A voter mailer on a white surface from the New York State Democratic Committee titled “Voter Report Card.” The top text reads “Who you vote for is private, but whether you vote is public record.” Below that, there’s a table showing the recipient’s voting history: “2022: Voted,” “2023: Did not vote,” and “2024: Voted.” The person’s name is blacked out with marker. The flyer reminds the recipient that “Election Day is November 4” and notes that voting records will be updated after the election. The design features bold black and yellow text with red arrow icons along the left side.
October 27, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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Okay but this 1970 cover for The Peter Principle is kind of sick
A worn paperback copy of The Peter Principle by Dr. Laurence J. Peter and Raymond Hull lying on a white surface. The cream-colored cover features bold black and red block lettering with the subtitle “Why Things Always Go Wrong.” Text along the spine reads, “In a hierarchy, every employee tends to rise to his level of incompetence.” A small slip of paper marked “115” sticks out from the top as a bookmark.
October 25, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Graphic design is my passion
A screenshot of a tweet from Andrew Cuomo promoting his candidacy for New York City mayor. The image shows a mock ballot with large red text reading “VOTE” repeatedly across the columns. At the bottom right, an arrow points to the box labeled “I – Fight and Deliver,” next to the name “Andrew M. Cuomo,” marked with a check. Text above reads “CUOMO FOR NYC MAYOR” and “DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR MAYOR LINE I FIGHT AND DELIVER.” The image also includes instructions: “FILL IN THE OVAL FIND CUOMO ON THE BALLOT” and a blue checkmark inside the word “VOTE!”
October 23, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Did everyone's mom have one of these in the 90s or has my brain made that up?
A small calculator with a gold faceplate and colorful, jewel-like plastic keys designed to look like faceted gemstones in red, green, blue, orange, and clear. The number and function buttons are arranged in a standard calculator layout, and the device has a clear plastic base. It’s resting on a gray surface.
October 18, 2025 at 1:48 AM
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If we're going to burn down the world, does it really have to be for something this stupid
A weather app screen showing the current conditions as “Mostly clear” with a temperature of 66°F, which also “feels like” 66°F. The high is 66°F and the low is 46°F. Below, an “AI Weather Report” section on a light yellow background describes a pleasant afternoon with clear skies and comfortable temperatures, mostly clear conditions, moderate weather with temperatures between 52°F and 66°F, and good air quality. At the bottom, there’s a prompt asking, “Was this forecast helpful?” with thumbs-up and thumbs-down icons.
October 15, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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Ummm we were robbed of this??
Concept art by Mike Gabriel shows three towering giants designed for Disney’s cancelled animated film Gigantic. Each figure is dressed in elaborate, medieval-inspired armor and clothing: the one on the left wears a richly patterned cloak, the center giant is clad in dark, heavy plate armor and holds massive polearms, and the one on the right wears gold-accented armor and draws a bow. The text below explains that Gigantic was a planned musical adaptation of Jack and the Beanstalk set in Spain during the Age of Exploration, where Jack would befriend an 11-year-old, 60-foot-tall giant named Inma, and face antagonists who were 120 feet tall.
October 12, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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It's not that you can get the Squidward end table for $305.15, it's that you can choose between Style 01 (smile) or Style 02 (frown)
www.aliexpress.us/item/3256808...
A life-size sculpture of Squidward Tentacles from SpongeBob SquarePants stands in a modern, minimalist room, holding a rectangular gold tray with assorted glassware and mugs as if serving drinks. The sea-green figure is positioned on a light wood floor with built-in shelves and a tall plant in the background. He has a smug smile. A 100 cm tall sculpture of Squidward from SpongeBob SquarePants stands in a corner next to a bed, dressed in his Krusty Krab uniform with a blue and white sailor hat. He looks glum with a frown. He holds a small golden tray with candles, a glass jar, and reed diffusers, functioning as a quirky side table.
October 10, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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I sometimes worry that time will forget him
A person dressed in a full black bodysuit with a carved jack-o’-lantern on their head stands in a graveyard setting, posing with their arms raised above their head in a triangle shape. The background shows tombstones, bare trees, and a foggy sky. Text in the lower right corner reads “CW KXVO 15 KXVO.COM.”
October 9, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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idk what my brain was on the day I walked into Warby Parker and thought I could pull off these frames but they just arrived in the mail and I need you all to know: only .02% of society can pull off these frames and it is certainly not a 40+ y.o. short Irish Texan woman with a -8.0 prescription
Actress Kathryn Hahn, with long wavy brown hair, wears large aviator-style glasses with thin metal frames and clear lenses. The oversized glasses dominate their face and rest low on the nose, giving a retro, intellectual look. She's dressed in a black turtleneck and dark coat, standing in a softly lit indoor space with a blurred crowd in the background.
October 9, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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I love tumblr so much
www.tumblr.com/saritazoo/79...
Illustrated comic featuring bearded vultures (lammergeiers) with playful captions. The vultures are depicted with pinkish-orange chests and black wings, performing various actions: one standing proudly, one rolling in reddish mud, one flying while dropping a bone to crack it, and one soaring. Text reads: “Pink Bony Club”, “I’m gonna keep on rolling in the iron rich mud”, “I’m gonna keep on breaking big bones really good”, “I’m gonna keep on flying at the Pink Bony Club Pink Bony Club.” At the bottom, it says: “Happy International Vulture Awareness Day!”
October 3, 2025 at 1:31 AM
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Just look at how Phil de Guard rendered a hutch in this background painting for Bewitched Bunny (1954). Absolutely perfect level of fidelity for a quick pan. Absolutely obsessed with that dude
A cartoon witch with green skin, messy black hair, and a long crooked nose wears a teal dress and tall black hat while carrying Bugs Bunny in her arms. Bugs appears annoyed, his arms folded and ears drooping. Behind them is a light-green cabinet with white silhouettes of dishes and teapots, and a vase of red flowers on top. The wooden floor contrasts with the flat, pastel background.
October 3, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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Crab bowl, Nazca culture, Peru, 2nd-4th century AD
A ceramic bowl with a painted design of an orange crab with large claws and multiple legs, outlined in white against a dark circular background. The rim of the bowl is a reddish-brown color. The crab’s eyes are stylized and prominent, giving it a striking appearance.
October 2, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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This Tumblr user summarizes something I've been feeling/doing lately. Against everything going on, it somehow feels helpful.
User homoquartz writes: as long as you smile and nod, people are satisfied. it’s just to show that you are nice and there with good intentions. we’re small in a big world and have to rely on other people to be decent to us. so we do our little human dance to each other to say, “i’m not here to hurt you. here’s something we have in common, like the weather or sports or itchy sweaters, so we both know we’re on the same team. we both agree on a basic fact, like that it is rainy or that being itchy is uncomfortable, and this proves we can get along. i’m being light-hearted and non-threatening right now." Small talk isn't to get to know a person. It's just a greeting to affirm you're buddies in the universe. I am motivated by wanting the other person to know I am friendly, so I have gotten pretty decent at small tall when I used to hate it.
October 2, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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There's an Instagram account that solely posts videos of this animated rat dancing and some days it is the only thing that gets me through
A 3D animated rat wearing black sunglasses and large black boots poses confidently against a teal and blue gradient background. The rat is stylized with exaggerated proportions and a humorous stance, creating a surreal, meme-like effect.
October 2, 2025 at 12:33 PM