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10/31/2023 12:57 PM
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FreakShowTour- DWJ Edition Nikki Misery
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Who: Johnny Christ, Nikki Misery
What: Drinks With Johnny Podcast
Where: Bunghole Liquors Salem, Massachusetts When: October 31st 2023 Why: To catch up and discuss tours and tonight's gig. JC: Hello and welcome to an extra special Halloween edition of Drinks With Johnny. I am currently live on location from Bunghole Liquors in Salem Massachusetts. With a name like that I just knew I had to be here, plus whats more spooky and f***ed up then an old funeral home turned bar. After the era of Prohibition which finally ended in 1933 the owner disposed of the bodies and chose a liquor license instead. By definition, a bunghole is a hole that is made in a barrel to release its contents. Anyways back to the topic at hand. Tonight I am joined by a very special guest and one of my homies. That's right folks as promised we have none other than Nikki Misery guitarist of Blacklisted Me. Sup man? Thanks for stopping by. Nikki: Not much man you know keeping the Gothic Rock train alive. Got a wicked set up here so thanks for bringing me. JC: So I'm just going to cut to the chase and say why we are both out here in Massachusetts. Dawns of Chernobyl has asked us to be guest performers and tour mates for the FreakShow Tour this year. So before we dive in more, I just wanted to say it's really good to be hanging and having some refreshments. *Hands over a bottle of water and a red bull* Nikki: Yeah man it's been a minute. I heard you and the girls did a bit of sightseeing yesterday? How much bail did y'all need? JC: Yeah it was a ton of fun, we hit up downtown and caught some of the local attractions and stories. Haha for once we were on our best behavior. *Gives a smirk* Nikki: I find that hard to believe but go on let's get to those questions that I'm sure you have. JC: I guess I am more predictable with you than I thought but let's dive in. Nikki and JC Q and A's JC: Seeing as it is Halloween and all, what is your favorite movie and or past time? NM: I. Man, asking me to pick my favorite movie is difficult! Mostly because there are so many that I can find to be masterpieces. But if you have to have me choose something specific, it would either have to be Beetlejuice or The Haunted Mansion. Those are ultimate classics and never get old. Lexus could tell you the same thing. She loves the really slashy horror. I’m big about it too but there’s something about those really low quality b-movie era type things, you know? JC: Can't go wrong with a Michael Keton movie, and of course a nod to Winona Ryder as Lydia. It's a perfect pair. Lexus has pretty good taste in her slashers I will admit that. For sure. JC: Salem,MA is said to be the home of witch trials. Have you ever experienced a presence or been to the museum? NM: II. Salem is one of those places that you have to go to, just for the sake of proper experience. Whether you go to a museum or simply walk around the notorious areas, you’re bound to find something that’ll give you a story to tell when you get back home. Trust me — it’s something you want to try at least once in your life if you’re into that sort of thing. *pauses for a few minutes to take more water and scratch nose* JC: Some of our listeners may not be aware. You and I actually have known each other since 2006, when we toured for the Cities Of Evil. What has been your favorite memory to come out of it? NM: III. It’s crazy when I think about that! Because it truly was so long ago. But we’ve all learned so much from those days alone. Kind of like stepping stones, you know what I mean? Builds you up for the ultimate tests later on. Playing for arenas, playing for big bands with their eyes on you, opening for wrestling championships. I could go on and on about it, but it always stems back to the younger days when we had no idea what was going to happen to ourselves. JC: With the new single out how has the feedback been,and what has been your favorite part of it? NM:
IV. People have been going INSANE over “Vampire”. It was the same type of reaction as we had received when "Hurts Like Hell” came out last year. So many of our fans got on the bandwagon of listening and sharing it around. Voting for it on Octane, all that fun stuff! But if anything, I’d say I loved working on the music video for it. Creating something new is incredibly rewarding, but the anticipation that the fan go through is what makes it all worthwhile. They await the new eras of bands constantly, so it’s safe to say that everyone is going to be beyond stoked when this new album drops. The theme is all fitting and it’ll all make perfect sense.
*pauses again to fix audio delay*
JC: Recently you guys got to premiere the single Vampyre for WWE NXT. You know how much of a Wrestling fan I am so you guys kicked ass. NM: V. Thanks man! So glad you enjoyed it! I’ve seen a lot of the episodes you’ve done with wrestling and they’re pretty great! It’s really getting you out there! JC: Anytime dude. It's definitely one of my favorites so far. Thanks, I truly appreciate that coming from you. I got to say when I interviewed Bret Hart's daughter Beans a while back I was shaking in my chucks. JC: Not only are you all special guests for our good friend Isabel, but our buddy Spencer of Ice Nine Kills is bringing you guys on tour. Do you mind speaking briefly on that? NM: VI. Spencer is one of those guys that is killer to work with, no pun intended. He’s really innovative and always comes up with the best methods to make horror work with music. Theatrical performances are really what sell it these days. Their band is dedicated to keeping that theme for their stuff and it’s clear that it’s helping them out, compared to when they were just starting out as a band. Playing on this tour with them is going to be something that’ll feel like a gift. We’ve always gotten along great with all of those guys and it’ll be like a huge family vacation. JC: Okay before we wrap it up I have one last question. For our listeners who may not be familiar yet where can we find you and the band? NM: VII. We’re easy to find! You can always find me at @NikkiMisery on all platforms, and then you can find Lexus at @LexusAmanda, and then our band at @BlacklistedMe!
*Gives peace signs and metal hands*
JC: Well it's been a real slice but we gotta get back to the venue for tonight's gig. Until next time, as always, cheers and Happy Halloween.
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09/23/2023 11:50 PM
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DWJ- Pride Edition 💕💜💙
Who: Drinks With Johnny What: Life Is But A Dream Tour, Bi Pride Day When: September 23,2023 Where: Louisville,Kentucky Why: To share awareness and give updates Featured Guests: Willow Rosenberg and Alexia "Lexi Branson Hello everyone and welcome to a very special edition of Drinks With Johnny. I am coming to you live from Louisville. Currently my band Avenged Sevenfold is on the second leg of tour for Life Is But A Dream, but I figured we would start things a little differently.
Today's topic is super important and needs to be shared as it is deeply personal. Today is Bisexual Visibility Day. I am joined by two of my best friends who once again surprised me by traveling to see all of us.
*A brief pause is given before the girls speak up*
Willow- Hey people of the world I am Willow Rosenberg your geeky mom and witch extraordinaire. Lexi- Sup peeps the name is Alexia Branson some may know me by my Derby name "Cinna Rolla" Johnny- Welcome ladies great to have you both on. So I was hoping to get some insight on your experiences with today's topic Willow and Lexi- Of course always happy to help out where we can Johnny- So some of you may be wondering what exactly visibility day is and why it is important
Brief History Bi Visibility Day was first marked at the International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA) conference in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1999. Celebrated worldwide, the day highlights biphobia, bisexual and biromantic erasure, and raises awareness of the bisexual community. Visibility Day is celebrated annually on September 23rd. *The red head adjusts in her seat a bit nervous to remember the past* Willow- Okay so I admit my experience was and still is a bit of a blur because of how young I was. If I recall the first time I got weird butterflies in my stomach was at the age of 11, my classmate and neighbor asked me to hang out at her house, everything was going great and we cuddled but I could sense we were wanting to get more touchy. Unfortunately her brother cut our time short when he came home and saw us. After that day I kept questioning until mid teens 16-18. Nina was the first girl I was oddly attracted to. My physical and emotional attraction to guys never left but dealing with being called a freak in College was horrifying. Lexi- Hmm that seems so long ago. I mean I may look 21 forever but technically I am soon to be 353. Going through several decades you see a lot of things from frilly dresses and weird accents to sex and violence. Luckily my humanity allows me to blend in. The attraction to both genders came from mostly feeding on male and female humans after putting the compulsion on them. However, that was before I learnt what detoxing was. The Roller Derby team is where I met two of my now exes. Johnny- Well damn looks like we all had young and fairly normalish experiences. Willow I am so sorry you were humiliated in College. As someone who went through a large stage of makeup wearing and the shortest of the band I get the freak statement. My experience is nothing super shocking. I have always been experimenting between drugs, alcohol and sexuality just sort of followed along. 17 is when I started to embrace my sexuality but 21 is where I was in full bloom. Getting to see guys and girls with piercings and tattoos similar to mine I mean who wouldn't want to hookup. My first relationship was with a guy and I got called every derogatory name you could think of. Now I am married to the love of my life Lacey Seward and have a sister in law who is a Lesbian. Before we get into more topics you both have recently become residents to the Orange County area. What can you tell us about that? Willow and Lexi- Oh yeah, thanks to you Johnny and the band we discovered how much warmer and laid back Huntington Beach is. Traveling the world is nothing compared to California sunsets.What really drew us in was the atmosphere and large amounts of Surfing and Spas. Willow- My daughter Ella has been a fan of the beach for as long as I can remember, something she must have picked up from my ex fiancee. Johnny- Before we wrap up a serious note, if anyone is wanting to check us out on this tour tickets are still available on our website. Don't forget to become a Death Bats member or Filthy Animal where you get exclusive access. Our rescheduled show will be held on October. 18th Willow and Lexi- Before we forget, if anyone wants some custom jewelry, come by the merch tent before the show tonight where we got a few crystal garden displays as well, all made by our good friends Cleo and Nola. *Asks a few more follow ups before giving the cue* Johnny- This has been a rad catch up and inspiring chat. Until next time as always, Cheers Willow and Lexi- Bye world and be sure to check these rad dudes out you won't be disappointed. *Outro is given*
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03/20/2023 12:53 AM
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Just Say Cheese
Unfortunately due to formerly dating her best friend in the past, Cordelia Chase made it a mission to get information when she wanted it especially with Callie being the daughter of Xander. "Hey Cordy, Callie and I are hitting an after party at Chuck E. Cheese if you're free." A look of obvious fakeness on the lighter haired female. "Uh huh and we all bring sippy cups because we just love chuck e lame o."
Usually when ice storms happen everyone is advised to lock the doors and stay warm, but for Willow Rosenberg and her niece Callie Summers it was the perfect time to go and hit the indoor amusement known as Chuck E. Cheese. With the cover story that they were attending a former students birthday party, they slipped into the establishment shortly after. It was not hard to blend in as they were naturally big kids, but the fact they had Skee Ball Will had practically jumped for joy at having seen the classic game. Making her way to the prize desk to get the tokens needed to play. Callie than stood off to the side, but seeing as how hyper the red head got for these things she managed to agree.
Looking around to make sure that it was just the two of them, Willow walked closer to the skee ball board. Instead of just making a quick alteration she began to feel a sense of extreme hangriness, so she took a seat in the middle of the board. The brunette now called out hoping not to draw too much attention in the process "NO!! please get off there before you hurt yourself." This caused the red head to stick out her tongue like her daughter Ella often did. "I maybe your aunt, however until I get my corn dogs the answer is no." Now scrambling around, Callie made her way to the concession stand and pulled out a couple bills, placing them on the counter before taking the tray of food back to the area. "Okay I got you corn dogs a dr. pepper and those spicy curly fries you like.. Now please come eat." Hearing that food was now available, Willow climbed down from the skee ball board and soon found a table nearby. "Sorry about my little episode. Your dad was always good at getting me on track."
After some much needed food and catch up, it was time to get back to more games. This time going over to the far end of the establishment where they had the grab machines. Due to how often it would clog up from coins the machine required a play pass instead. Callie had gone first, using the tricks her dad Xander and friends had taught her she was able to get the purple dolphin. Next was Willows turn, tapping her finger tips and fidgeting as she played. The claw was now hovering near a stuffed frog that had giant googly eyes, for fear of it attacking her she closed her eyes while Callie took over again. "Hey aunt willow look they got a cow with a strawberry on it." Hearing the mention of fruit, she opened one eye as the claw made its way over to the drop bin. Willow had now crouched down ready to grab the prize from the bin, however her wristlet fell off in the process. "Wait if we get caught I am blaming you." Now up to her hips the red head continued reaching to get the stuffed animal and the lost play card until she had a firm hold. "Yeah, Yeah we got bigger problems. I am stuck." The situation was more like a scene right out of the hundred acre woods, when pooh got stuck in the rabbit hole, in Willows case it was from two kids and a whole lot of sugar. "Haha okay, I hate to say this some guy is totally checking out your bum too."
With a lot of effort and humiliation, Willow and Callie were able to get unstuck and their prizes all in one piece. Unfortunately that also meant having their pictures taken. "Do we really have to say cheese can't it be something funny?" This had caused the party to give an annoyed look. "Well we also do not have fully grown woman getting stuck in our prize bin either." Callie went to pick up her goodie bag from the table while Willow continued to get blasted. " We are sorry about that..Umm I also suggest you hand over the gift bag to my aunt you do not want to see her with a low sugar rage."
Conclusion
Willow and Callie thankfully were let off with a warning and advised to be honest and keep valuables at home. Although Cordy made a big deal about chuck e lameo, she had in fact showed up but only for a few minutes and while the other two were distracted.
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03/14/2023 03:01 AM
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Wait Trolls don't have Souls?
Just like those old creepy folk tales Johnny's life was now a perfect replica. Having been kicked out of the mildewed motel that he called home, he was forced to travel the streets like a lost puppy. Hours of aimless wandering had led him to the woods where he had been living for months. The Cobble stones now covered in over an inch of moss and dirt, Johnny pushed his back against it. Within a few minutes he began shaking desperate for the next fix. Jimmy "The Rev" Having grown up together, and their mutual love of water sports, it was not hard for Jimmy to find his best friend Johnny at the beach nearly every weekend. But when he had not heard a single word or seen his face in what felt like a year Jimmy started to get worried. Grabbing his phone and a coat he went in search of Johnny. First he checked the motel but came up empty handed as the book keeper answered quietly. "Sorry Mr. Seward does not live here anymore." Now leaving the office, Jimmy began to dial the number of another friend that they knew, but it only proved to be useless as it was just muttering on the other end. "Now where the hell did you run off too short stack." After a lot of failed attempts Jimmy was ready to pack it in, but something told him to grab a bottle of vodka and go to the woodsy area having no clue what he was in for. Johnny "JC" Seward Unfortunately due to living outdoors, he now had an out of control beard, extra greasy hair and clothes that hung loosely off his body. With the combination of withdrawals and cold temperatures, Johnny was now on the verge of hypothermia, especially with how little body fat he had left. By the time he could get back to his hiding spot the young male was already half frozen. Jimmy Swinging the bottle of grey goose with each sip he took, he began to loosen up before he stumbled on something. Giving it a kick as he thought it was a boulder, he then leaned down half glossy eyed only to find it was not a boulder at all. "I've been drunker than this but damn." Once his vision cleared he rolled the person over. "Holy f*** it's short stack." Setting the bottle down in the leaves, he tried to lift his best friend's body, but Johnny was already half frozen making it extra difficult. However with a lot of willpower Jimmy was able to get the other male propped up against a log. Taking his jacket off, he threw it around Johnny's shoulders in the hopes he could revive the body temps. After a long while Johnny came to now spotting the darker haired male. "Jimmy, what are you doing here?" Just like old times he followed up with sarcasm. "Obviously saving your dumbass. I mean when I asked you if you lived under a bridge, I didn't think you actually lived under it like some Norwegian Troll." Two hours later Vodka in their system and some much needed uppers, the two of them were now back at Jimmy's place where he continued to give his best friend the third degree. "Went by the motel and they said you no longer live there what happened? If you were in trouble you could have called me sooner." This caused Johnny to give an uncomfortable smirk. "You know exactly why. I was also too embarrassed to tell you the truth of where I hid out." Conclusion Until Johnny could get back on his feet physically and financially, he had spent some time at Jimmy's place which as stubborn as he was Johnny was grateful to be alive.
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03/11/2023 01:27 PM
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For the Love of Strawberries
Writer's Note: Just like how I mentioned in my prompt for Steve, the ages of this connection are flexible. Although I originally have my version of Willow as early 30's, some adjustments were made to fit this drabble instead of the original plans and server stuff I have with with my roleplay parents.
Ever since Spike, or better known as Captain Peroxide had risked himself in the fall of the Hell mouth saving The Scooby Gang Willow had sworn that she would never forget the sacrifice, even if they had not been on good terms anymore. For months she kept recieving texts and phone calls from an unknown number. Thinking it was those robo marketers she avoided it, but then the very last day she picked up the phone. As she was about to tell the person to shove it there came a deep male voice she had not recognized before. "Hello is this Willow Rosenberg? don't hang up this is important I need your help." Wondering why some rando would know her and need help she listened carefully. "Yes I am Willow Rosenberg, how did you get my number? I know for a fact that is not a California code you called from." Hearing the male on the other end take a quick breath he rambled on. "Good glad I got the right female. You are right this is a Indiana number actually." As odd as it was for her to keep talking to this so called stranger, she later found out he was some sort of authority in another state.
Willow had continued to get calls from this male over the year, while her life continued to be a roller coaster of emotions and broken homes. After a lot of back and forth she had agreed to fly out to Indiana to help the male with a special request. Headphones were now firmly placed on her ears until the turbulance of the plane kicked in. This had now caused the devices to spazz out for some reason, which in turn meant she could not sleep either. Temper now reaching 1,000 the six hour flight had soon come to an end. Duffel bag slung over a shoulder she finally unloaded from the plane.
Willow was now left in what felt like the middle of nowhere everywhere she looked was miles of fields and dirt. "I better not of been given the wrong town or so help me." Letting her feet shuffle creating dust behind her, the red head soon felt a rough hand on her shoulder causing her to jump with anger. "Okay who the hell is touching me I'm about to break fingers." There soon came a chubby guy with a scratchy throat. "Whoa, Whoa easy now my name is Jim Hopper. I am the authority of this town, we spoke about a blessing ritual." Taking a step back she let the tension in her neck loosen. "Oh sorry right, anyway I can get a bed and some eye drops before we work?" This caused the chief to touch his mustache a bit. "I am sure my girlfriend can help you out." Willow raised an eyebrow "Girlfriend? surely a guy like you would be married already." The male gave another rub of the face at the comment. "Well yeah that is the thing.. I plan to propose to her tomorrow but I am not good with those feelings. Was hoping you could do that cleansy thing or whatever you gifted kids do these days." For Willow she had a hard time reading compliments and sarcasm at times so she let it roll off.
Next day ( Proposal/ House Cleanse)
After waking early Willow began gathering up her supplies, while Jim Hopper was persistent on having this proposal go exactly as planned. With a bag full of assorted crystals and herbs she got to work like some sort of weird shaman. "Okay I want you to follow my instructions this may tickle a little though." After several minutes both of them had detoxified the house and themselves. The local kids had began arriving in the front yard. "Joyce is going to be here in ten minutes and I am sweating and stumbling like a fool." Jim looked sternly at his guest. However thanks to years of practice Willow was able to blend in while Hoppers girlfriend read the note, soon realizing it was in fact an engagement party. "Yes Hopper I will marry you." snacks from the local corner store now lined the counters and floor to celebrate.
Several months had come and gone, and once again Willow Rosenberg found herself back in Hawkins Indiana, this time for the wedding of Joyce and Jim Hopper. The two females had managed to grow a closer bond, and with that Willow was asked to be a brides maid that she happily accepted. Knowing the significance of some wiccan godesses, the red headed witch had a special gift picked out for Joyce that was the triple moon god. With all the rehearsals and everything, this would be Willows very first time being up at the altar as a member of the bridal party, so tears definitely fell on her cheeks. The event was held out in the forest so the fact she could ground herself barefoot made it easier too. Over the course of the trip it had come down to where Joyce and Jim Hopper had secretly been keeping some news of their own that was bigger then nuptials. "Come on just tell me I am too anxious for mind reading." Joyce grasped her husbands hand while staring back. "We want you to come stay with us full time. Hopper could use help at the station and I wouldn't mind some yard help too." Nodding heavily at the question being asked. "Oh and Willow we would like to personally adopt you into our huge family. I am sure El and everyone would be excited to have siblings."
A year later (Hawkins)
While out running errands, Willow had started to see a lot of cars huddled together in one spot reminding her of a bad episode of Walking Dead or some other Dsytopian situation she called up The Hoppers to meet her. Within less than ten minutes they were on the scene. Upon inspection Willow began to throw her hands up. "Oh for the love of Strawberries not again." Just like Joyce the red head had given an exhausted eye roll, a habit she had not known she acquired while living in Indiana. "I swear I left Sunnydale California to get away from Hellmouths and wiggy things. You mean to tell me we may have a 2.0 effect. Oh hell no." Seeing the dilemma they were all being faced with The Hoppers moved in and gave a warm parental hug to the witch in the chance it would ease anxiety. "We are going to be okay Strawberry, we love you sweetheart without you and El we would not of escaped that Upside Down years ago or been married." Living in Hawkins Indiana also meant that due to the six hour flights Willows daughter Ella would now become a resident too, gaining grandparents known as gram mama and grand pops had been the best bonus.
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03/09/2023 02:09 AM
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Geez Louise it's just Cheese
Originally written in Google Docs 3/09/2023
Other than studio time and the Super Bowl last month, Johnny had come to realize that he had not had a good quality bro day with Brian in awhile and was long overdue. Grabbing his cell off the coffee table he sent the lead guitarist a quick text. Within a couple minutes he had a confirmed answer, so the short male got to work chilling pint glasses in the mini bar fridge before he heard a knock at the door. "Come in the doors unlocked."
Brian then opened the front door after being instructed to let himself in, and began following the path until he spotted the bassist giving a half smile. "Hey man thanks for the invite. So what do you have planned for us?" At the mention of plans Johnny held up the remote and some DVDs. "I figured we would kick it old school with a few slashers and then see where it takes us." The two of them soon moved to the couch and got comfortable as Johnny hit play on the remote. Childs Play was the first movie choice, but half way through he was laughing and quoting nearly every line. "Hi I'm Chucky Wanna Play?" This caused Brian to shake his head in amusement at the random sh*t Johnny was known for. "You look like you need a grilled cheese, Let me go make you one." Grabbing the remote quickly as not to miss anything more Brian spoke up. "You and cooking is like cats and water they don't belong together." This had now caused the bassist to hunch over as he got a visual in his mind. "Come on I am capable of more than just brownies." Now in the kitchen, Johnny opened up the fridge and grabbed the bread and a few other ingredients for their snack, as Brian looked at the frying pan on the stove. . "You better not give me raw or expired food again." "Nope. You want cooked food. I will give you cooked food." Chit chatting non stop Johnny had unfortunately looked away, forgetting the stove was up higher until there was yelling and hands waving around by Brian . "Dude!! i'm pretty sure Cajun was not on the menu today. F*** you ruined it." Opening a window to vent the stench Johnny cracked up for the millionth time. "Geez Louise calm down, it's just Cheese."
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03/05/2023 02:12 AM
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Sarcasm Prompt (Badass) for Steve babysitter
Writer's Note: Seeing as I have a few crossovers for this verse ages are flexible with storylines as well as times. Prompt taken from the sarcasm list as well #1
Mentions: Robin (Cool Girl)
Hawkins, Indiana
Today had started out like any other; with the sun shining through the trees near the family trailer Willow gave a big stretch, looking at the clock that sat on the wobbly nightstand she let out a few curse words when she realized that the numbers had somehow froze. The red head was to be meeting some of the kids at the local mall known as Star Court, one being Steve Harrington who she knew worked with the laid back female known as Robin Buckley. Fumbling around her floor Willow found a sweater and a pair of boots and slipped those on.
Power walking was something she had come to do quite often if her magical energy was low and today was those times. Arriving awhile later she went to open the door only to find it was locked. "What this is a mall and the afternoon this is not normal. Maybe I can sneak through a different way." This time Willow cut through a back alley, and found a door that was thankfully open, she followed it until the familiar setting of Scoops Ahoy came into view. "Hey Steve is Robin on shift with you too?." However on the last word the tall female came out from the back counter. "Dingus she was asking you a question, but you were too busy thinking of Nancy again." This had now caused Willow to start laughing while Steve gave a arm cross. "Hey yeah sorry about that Willow but just ignore Robin."
Seeing all the ice cream in front of her had caused her stomach to grumble. Reaching into her back pocket Willow pulled out a stamp card, she was one away from getting the banana split. After fufilling her sugar rush they closed down Scoops Ahoy for a mid afternoon break.
"Okay so lets go get Max and the others we can meet in the field like old times, that is unless you two wanna bail." Steve stood in place while Robin leaned an arm on his shoulder. "We are not bailing, even if we have to duct tape dingus to the roof of the car."
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03/02/2023 10:47 PM
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Do you Believe In Magic? - JC Meets Willow
Laying on her stomach scrolling through her phone like the price is right wheel, Willow soon stopped on her friend Amethyst's name. Seeing as it had been awhile she figured sending a text was the thing to do, especially with all the upcoming projects she had planned with her husband and personally. Letting her thumbs work their stuff on the touch screen Willow gave a grin to herself.
Text to Amethyst
"Ames!! hey I was just wondering if you are free for a girl's night! it has been awhile."
A few minutes later the little chime went off alerting her of a reply back. Seeing the response was a yes she quickly got up from the bed, slipping on a hoodie and her rainbow converse high tops, she then made her way out of the house with keys in hand. Once in the jeep she began humming to a tune that was stuck in her head, unfortunately that tune was King Julians "I like to move it." from the Madagascar movie.
Thankfully traffic was not as bad today, so Willow was able to make it to her friends house in fifteen minutes instead of the 20 or 30 minutes it would have taken her. Turning the ignition off, she unbuckles her seatbelt and walks the few steps to the front of the house and rings the doorbell. Taking a step back she waited until she was greeted by the other female. "Thanks for letting me come over I brought cookies and a couple movies to watch."
Tonight was to be dedicated to catching up and laughing over cheesy rom coms, seeing as it was a Wednesday Mean Girls was a staple. However Willow was feeling a bit inspired to help her friend out so she so boldly stated. "I am not usually one to get dolled up, but to give you practice with your beauty tutorials I am allowing you to get creative." The blonde gave a nod back before taking the container of cookies to the kitchen. "That would be very helpful thanks. I am still amazed by Mark and how he snuck around all those weeks trying to get the filming equipment set up for me."
Johnny Christ
Seeing as Amethyst had announced her European tour for Diamonds and Dancefloors, Johnny felt it was necessary to stop by her place to personally congratulate her. Knowing how much she liked coffee he had made up a gift basket. Once everything was wrapped he grabbed the car keys and made his way over to surprise his best friend. Taking the back route he made it in no time. Now balancing the basket in hand he knocked with the other having no idea that there would already be company.
Amethyst and Willow
Popping her head out from the kitchen, she called out to Willow but the red head was already near the door. "Don't worry I got it covered." Opening the front door Willow was met by a short male with a bushy beard and nose ring. It had been a little over an hour since she had arrived and was ready to have even more fun, now letting orange glitter fall from her fingertips she could not help but to grin from ear to ear.
Johnny Christ
"Okay Ames who is this chick? I am sorry to just drop by unannounced but I wanted to give you a gift basket, and personally congratulate you on the upcoming tour and Youtube journey."
Amethyst
Coming out to see what all the commotion was Amethyst gave a small laugh to both her friends. "Oh hey Johnny no worries. I am glad you did though and thanks for the gift. This girl here is my friend Willow Rosenberg
Johnny Christ
The expression on his face was now utter confusion mixed with excitement, looking in all directions he needed to know how she did it. "Wait Willow Rosenberg as in the witch? well sh*t now it makes more sense, my band mate Zacky told me he knew a red head had no idea it was you."
Conclusion
After talking and some snacks Willow and Johnny realized they had a lot in common, and were happy to be able to now gain a mutual friendship. She promised to attend a show when they were close by. Amethyst had practiced on both of them numerous times that night too. He had become a strong believer in real magic
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02/25/2023 09:44 PM
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Crankster Gangster
Told from Johnny's point of view and the dark truth of what happens on this drug.
Crystal Methamphetamine; Known by many street names like Speed, Ice and Glass, is a highly addictive central nervous system stimulant. The effects lasting anywhere from a few minutes to 12 or more hours. It can be smoked, snorted or taken orally; it is made with the primary being a decongestant known as pseudoephedrine. It is also why in the United States you cannot get Sudafed without a special prescription written. For a couple years I was part of the "Cool Crew." When Marijuana turned to harsher drugs my life started to get exciting. One of the guys I had become close with handed me a pipe. It reminded me of those things that go in plants, what do you call them? oh yeah Water Globes. Not knowing really what was in it except to take a deep inhale. Little did I know my racing heart and temperature was a symptom of Meth hitting my blood stream. The glass-like substance had soon become my drug of choice. Hunched over a little table with the flute, baggie of crystal and lighters laying on top I got comfortable. Adding a few pieces into the tube I watched the flame from the blue lighter heat up, before taking several deep inhales. The Euphoria had allowed me to be awake for hours sometimes days on end. "Holy sh*t what a rush.. Why didn't I start with this in the first place " Unfortunately due to the tolerance for more and addictive tendencies the supply ran out within a couple days, causing irritability and a need to do very odd activities super late at night. With the symptoms growing more unbearable, the skin crawling had set in. At first I thought it was dry skin but it started to tug on my brain. Picking and scratching at my forearms became a habit. I was so focused on it I was not aware of the damage it was doing to me physically as well as mentally. Looking down at the bloody scabby mess I made, I learnt to always carry bandanas and safety pins to hide the damage. Eating was little to none so the need to maintain my oral health was far from my mind. Meeting my brothers was stressful because I still needed my fix, but nobody knows I have an addiction,having to sneak around to smoke it would often lead to excuses on why I was awake or not eating. Flute and lighter in hand I let the glass pipe rest on my lips until my band spoke up. "Dude you need to vent the bus if you are going to use windex." The smell was in fact the burning of the crystal chunks. "Oh sh*t my bad sorry about that."
Conclusion Johnny was forced to get sober after the band discovered his addiction and kept screwing up with bad attitude and busted bass strings. Now he uses CBD drops and typically sticks to beer and red wine
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02/25/2023 02:50 PM
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The Life of a Gremlin- A Johnny Christ Drabble Challenge
Writing Challenge: Take a deep dive and write about your character's child
Credit: bohemian pixie. (Amethyst)
1984
Having been born into the world on the third Sunday of November at the Huntington Beach Hospital to two very loving parents. Leslie was the mother who had legally named the new born Jonathan Lewis Seward, now the third child of two other siblings all boys. The family of five was on the path to discovering what chaos really was.
1986-1989 (Two and up. The Daycare years)
Leslie Seward being an Aerobics instructor in the 80's would often bring her young son Jonathan to classes. For the toddler being forced to sit in a corner never worked, often seen dancing in front of floor length mirrors the ladies would giggle at him.
1996 (Tweleve Years old)
This is where all the musical things started to really kick off. While the beach was all about Surf competitions and kids were riding bikes and all that normal stuff, Jonathan was seen spending every weekend with his family watching wrestling. His grandfather having taken him to his very first concert, at the great western forum to see Korn open up for Metallica. Completely in awe he had spent the next few years listening and finding things to pass his time. In Huntington Beach California Junior Lifeguarding was something that was important, especially with how close the currents can get to the shore and buildings nearby. Having been part of the B group (12-13) Jonathan would soon come to meet a cute girl who was in the afternoon group. During a relay race the female had run past him, being the curious male he turned his head and so boldly checked out her ass with no shame. Little did he know that she found him really cute with his blonde frosted tip hair.
The remaining years were spent attending Marina High School, or at least attempting to. Due to boredom and reckless behaviour he soon spiraled down a path of drugs and under age drinking that had nearly killed him.
2002-2004 ( 17-19 years old. When he discovered A7X)
At this point the short male was barely eighteen years old. Having been friends with Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan from a very young age he walked down the street to the older males place who went by M. Shadows, bass and cigarettes in hand he would start talking alot of sh*t about how their current bassist Daemon was inadequate and they needed someone better. The others who were Zachary Baker and Brian Haner Jr. allowed him to prove himself. Riffing away on a couple songs Jimmy later on called him up and said they needed a fill in for the 2002 Warped Tour. Of course it did not take the short male long to agree, taking a few weeks off from school to tour had been a thrill, wanting to continue that more he later dropped out of high school. A year later he was put on as a permanent member. 2004 at the age of nineteen is where he began to date his now wife Lacey Seward (Franklin. ) Johnny and Lacey had not seen each other since they were both 12, so when he had invited her over to his parents for a house party it was a bit awkward at first. Thinking he was some kind of stud, he brought her back to his room with the space sheets and played a track from Waking The Fallen unfortunately she was not a fan. However they got closer as the years went by and the rest sorted itself out.
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