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Key illustration containing the title of the webcomic (The Carpet Merchant of Konstantiniyya, 10th Anniversary Edition, by Reimena Yee). Within a stylised depiction of Istanbul's Blue Mosque, a tearful Zeynel is embraced and comforted in the arms of Ayse, his collar and neck soaked in blood. His long coat, a kaftan embroidered in gold florals and flames, is splayed on a floor-sized Usak carpet. The couple is surrounded by gold-foiled tulips, roses and poppies. Woven and sitting amongst the flowers are Zeynel's pets (a white raven and black rat); his English friend Alfred; and his vampire sire, Mora Strigoi. Lanterns are hung from the stems and leaves. Behind Zeynel and Ayse, their family members watch from the columns of the mosque. One of them is a young woman weaving a carpet, the other is a stately grandfather writing a book. A mysterious shadowy figure looms further away. A giant nightingale and bat face each other, framing the title. The illustration is in mostly monochromatic shades of blue, save for the gold of the flowers and embroidery; the bright red of Zeynel's turban, blood and Mora's attire; and finally, the white of the raven, moon and title.

🌹 10 years ago, I launched THE CARPET MERCHANT OF KONSTANTINIYYA, and it changed my life forever.
To celebrate, the 10th Anniversary Edition of my very first completed #webcomic will begin February 18, 2026 - updates every Wednesday + Saturday.
Read the prologue now:
thecarpetmerchant.reimenayee.com

Updated asks for Whipple Building/Ft Snelling protests:

-Hot food
-Hot coffee/tea/cocoa
-Sports drinks
-Over ear hearing protection

Volunteers break down and carry supplies each night so be judicious in how MUCH you bring 💜

canceling @discord.com nitro because I'm not about to be paying for them to leak my ID

Money talks. If you're paying for a Nitro subscription, consider cancelling it if you're opposed to companies like Discord demanding your biometric data.

Storm, a Black woman with shock-white hair commands a winding tunnel of wind

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Stand With Minnesota Stand With Minnesota is a hub for supporting, learning, and taking action to support Minnesotans impacted by ICE and federal enforcement.

Today, I am matching donations to any org in this list, up to $1000. Reply here or DM me with receipt. www.standwithminnesota.com

Adobe is not really in the creative software business anymore. They are in the digital wealth extraction business. I wish more comics publishers would prioritize moving away from Adobe.

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I would love to do (more?) work for tabletop games!

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Oh this HURT

Sign the Petition Demand the Release of Rodney Taylor from ICE Detention

ICE has been holding a disabled Black man for a year!

Rodney Taylor is a double amputee who was days away from receiving new prosthetic legs when ICE took him.

He’s been denied his prosthetics & placed in solitary.

His health is declining.

Public outrage might save his life.

Say his name:

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the Sanrio character My Melody covering her eyes

I want a desk that isn't a folding table that is bowing in the middle sighs

Because this fundraiser needs a boost. Again, if you have the means, tap on that link and donate.

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Thousands of Minnesotans marched in downtown Minneapolis to protest ICE. The wind chill was 30 below during the march.

Hundreds of businesses closed their doors Friday in support of the protest as activists urged Minnesotans to abstain from economic activity.

This is a St. Paul diaper fund to be uplifted if you need another one

I need someone who knows after effects or motion graphics to help me with some stuff for my vtuber model. I have no clue on how to make an infinitely scrolling background.😩

I love you dried mango...

🙋🏽‍♀️✨I would love to give it a try

:)

I love when ppl bring up Morning Glory Milking Farm bc every time my brain is like :D I know her (from Tumblr)

This is a specific post about the food shelf - can give directly here
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Remember, masks aren’t just for Covid!

They also help protect against colds, flu, measles, RSV and more.

They guard against pollution, wild fire smoke and pollen.

A well fitted respirator can keep you healthy while also protecting those around you.

It’s radical community care.

I assume it's probably out for everyone but bluesky giving me the going live thing feels like a sign lmao

If u like iced coffee, I’ve preferred making my own cold brew concentrate. it’s basically put water & ground coffee in a specific ratio, then after 12-24 hours I filter out the grounds. I bought an oxo compact cold brew maker ages ago & just stuck with it. it makes enough for me for about 5-7 days.

Hiveworks Guild logo. Two bees sitting on a bee hive holding hands.

The Hiveworks Artist Guild has released a public statement alleging years of labor abuses, financial mismanagement, and misconduct at Hiveworks at the hands of Xellette “Xel” Velamist and Isabelle “Isa” Melançon. Read their full statement at:

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