The StoryTinker
469 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsWelcome to The StoryTinker, a Webtoons and Witcher podcast for superfans, with scene by scene analysis.
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Purple Hyacinth 43: Murderous Monster (with Allo, Fwoot, and Vita)
November 01, 2021 01:35 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBThis is THE episode. The darkest episode of them all, the one that must not be named. Be warned. Lauren barges into Kieran's cave, looking murderous. Kieran, of course, prepared, deflects and blurts out some nonsense designed to be as flippant as possible, even referencing his late night and passing it off as lighthearted. Lauren, never one to beat around the bush, yells at him and accuses him of his crimes. When Kieran once again brushes it off, Lauren grabs his shirt collar and screams ...
Midnight Poppy Land 80: "Schoolboy Crush" (with Darla and Sakura)
October 30, 2021 01:00 - 48 minutes - 44 MBPoppy recounts her VERY busy weekend to Erdene. It's hard to believe it all happened in one weekend! Erdene asks about Tora contacting her, but like the good friend she is, doesn't push it when Poppy doesn't have the energy to talk about it. They look at Erdene's new makeup stash, while Poppy thinks about Gil being away for two days. SUS. Turns out Poppy has been feeling the susness too, and that was one of her motivations for looking for a part time job. She noticed it had to do with the n...
Act Like You Love Me Review (with Meg)
October 26, 2021 22:59 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBMeg and I got together to talk about a Webtoon we love. A Webtoons version of a rom-com, Act Like You Love Me is about a hard working girl, Ji-eon and the childish actor she meets, Doyun... who she can control with a stuffed doll. Turns out, Ji-eon is not the only one with struggles, and she and Doyun may be able to both help each other. There are other side characters along the way, with lots of hilarious impossible situations and plenty of drama and tension. Have you read Act Lik...
Let's Play 143: Scare-Roused (with Erin and Jenn)
October 26, 2021 01:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBWe begin the episode with Sam confidently saying she would talk to Charles about a work lunch, and equally confidently refusing Umed's persuasions to join his Underwatch team. She walks in on Charles having a very frustrating conversation with a very entitled an infuriating customer. Sam gets enraged, plucks the phone out of Charles' hand, and proceeds to give the customer a proper dressing down. She needs some time to calm down, and Charles admires her passion. Continuing with her ...
Midnight Poppy Land 79 - Small Town Mind (with Erin and Vita)
October 23, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBTora and Damien decide to chuck it all and go sleep in the car. Unsurprisingly, they have dark eye bags when they decide to wait at a cafe in Moonbright for Poppy. Poppy tries not to laugh at the matching tiger t-shirts, which she also has. We note their physical familiarity, and are impressed by Poppy affirming that she accepts Tora as he is, with no need to cover up. In short order, Poppy is beset by gossipy neighbors, who tell her that she should have kept Julri since his family ...
Let's Play 142: Confessions (with Erin)
October 19, 2021 01:00 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBLink and Angela are playing at the gym. Dee has wisely dispatched Link away from the shop during Dallas' training. Competition is fierce until Angela plays dirty and tickles Link. Link protests that this is unfair, and Angela apologizes while getting flustered by Link exposing his well-developed muscles. She admits her admiration of Link's body, and takes it a step further by grinding her hips against Link's. Link is overwhelmed, but doesn't want Angela to stop. Angela kisses him, on...
Midnight Poppy Land 78: Frog V. Gangsta (with Cat, Elisabeth, and Jen)
October 16, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBAfter all our fear, turns out.... it's a false alarm. Literally. Gyu was just checking the motion sensor. We flashback to Tora and Quincy's conversation, where Quincy surprisingly admits he never thought Tora and Poppy would get off the ground. We discuss possible reasons for this. Quincy chooses this time to bring up Cordy, and we discuss potential theories with her as well. And WHAT is D-Day and their agreement? More tinfoil time! Gyu is now tasked with uncovering more about C...
Purple Hyacinth 42: Simmering Storm (with Emily and Saucy)
October 15, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 24.5 MBNote: Emily and Saucy Tuggles are experienced Midnight Poppy Land cohosts, and it's a pleasure having them on the Purple Hyacinth podcast to hear their perspective! * Lauren flips out when learning that Kieran killed all of their captures - without telling her. She reflects on their moments of shared trust and the chance for answers that is now gone from her forever. They watch Dakan introduce King Philip, standing on the balcony with his family. He informs the crowd of what happene...
Purple Hyacinth 41: Royal Retaliation (with Fwoot and Rin)
October 14, 2021 23:10 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBWe open with Kym getting dressed, with emphasis placed on her pocketwatch. She picks up a newspaper and its headlines shock her. We transfer to the royal palace, where Dakan Rhymsel, the king's right hand, barges through the doors to face the king and queen - who is already looking sus. He delivers the news: every Phantom Scythe member that Lune exposed is dead. Dakan worries for the people but the king worries for himself. The Queen opines too, and we notice her subtle manipulation of...
Let's Play 141: Energy (with Laura and Sabra)
October 12, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 39.2 MBAt Angela and Vikki’s home, Angela is concerned about Vikki’s health. She wants her to go to a doctor, but Vikki just wants to cleanse her energy. When Angela leaves, a drained Vikki combs back her hair, revealing a streak of white and beautiful silver eyes. She is not doing well, and the energy-cleanser friend turns out to be Abe, who inquires about what set off Vikki’s emotions. She tells him about Charles and his need to control. Abe worries about Sam, and we are left with an ambiguous r...
Midnight Poppy Land 77: Trouble (with Emily, Raluca, and Saucy)
October 09, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBTora and Poppy are making out on the bed, when they are interrupted by not Pinky, but the balcony alarm. Turning away, Tora goes through a quick series of thoughts to figure out his next steps. He decides, rationally or emotionally, that he wants to take Poppy along with him to Narin. He tells her, and when Poppy inquires, asks her if she trusts him, a question that triggers an intimate confession from Poppy and a flashback showing us her mother leaving. Cold businesswoman leaving to...
Purple Hyacinth 40 - Blood Bath (with Emma and Firedancer)
October 06, 2021 23:34 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBLauren leaves the funeral, and Will and Kym continue together to the reception. Will, remembering Kym's reaction to Harvey's death, asks her how she is doing. Kym talks about her feelings of helplessness, but then reverts to humor. When Will probes again, Kym tries to avoid the conversation, and they end up arguing. Surprise surprise. When nighttime falls, we see Harry Anslow sitting in the Tower. A guard informs him he will have a visitor (Lauren), and when walking away, steps into a puddle ...
The Man Who Laughs: An Explanation of Victor Hugo's The Man Who Laughs
October 06, 2021 23:12 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBRemember the books Lauren pulls out in Episode 38, in Kieran's apartment? Well, we discuss those books in the Episode 38 chapter, but I took it upon myself to read over 600 pages of Victor Hugo's "The Man Who Laughs," so I could see how it was related to the Purple Hyacinth. The story is long and complex, but I think it is relevant, so buckle up and enjoy this 20 minute story and theory time. To learn more about the other books mentioned in the episode, listen to the Ep 38 podcast! ...
Let's Play 140: Stalker (with Caela and Krystine)
October 05, 2021 01:00 - 50 minutes - 23 MBCharles drops Sam off at her apartment, and Sam is torn but honest. She asks for Charles to take the lead, but he refuses, and praises her for her progress. He takes her chin and his self control begins to slip, but he tightens the reigns and makes a quick escape. Sam is both disappointed and relieved. Later, she goes for a walk, where she sees Marshall trying to integrate Vikki's meditation teachings. Sadly, some ants are interrupting his reverie. Sam asks about Indigineer contacts, an...
Midnight Poppy Land 76: Falling In.... (with Sadie and Shirin)
October 02, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBWhile Poppy and Tora are having a steamy make out session in the pond, they are also having a very important conversation with Poppy dropping a lot of details. We discuss them all and try to figure out the mafia connection. We have some ideas, but no answers. We await the reveals! Poppy figures out an ingenious way to get out of the lake fast (according to one interpretation!), and Tora winds up in Poppy's room (not the spare room!), in his adorable boxers, speaking to Quincy about his...
Let's Play 139: Puddle of Goo (With Tyler and Tiff, BeMyFriendThx)
September 28, 2021 01:00 - 43 minutes - 25.2 MBI'm super excited to have paired up with Tiff @stargaze.cosplay and Tyler @rosiebirdtv from @bemyfriendthx for this episode! I am a HUGE fan of their podcast and always laugh my way through them, as well as enjoy their insightful analysis! Make sure to check them out! 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗕𝗲𝗠𝘆𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱'𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁! https://www.youtube.com/c/BeMyFriendThx Sam is uncomfortable at the office as she recalls Charles' neutral behavior towards her. We discuss how her inexperience and Charles' experienc...
Purple Hyacinth 39: Bitter Burial (with Firedancer and Laura)
September 24, 2021 20:26 - 35 minutes - 20.6 MBThe APD hosts Harvey's funeral, a somber, snowy event, with Harvey's grandfather heartbroken. Lauren, being a black and white thinker, struggles to have sympathy for Harvey and see any potential explanation for Harvey's choices. She leaves the funeral and heads straight to Ardhalis Tower, where she signs up to visit Harry Anslow the next day, seeking answers desperately. She acts impetuously, driven by her mission, and utters ironic last words. 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮'𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹...
Batman: Wayne Family Adventures - Live Read Through With Hubby and Buddy
September 20, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 37.8 MBI know nothing about Batman. So I had to make a video about it. :) I decided it would be fun to contrast with our usual romance/drama stories and check out the first DC Comics/Webtoon collaboration. But given my complete lack of superhero knowledge (which I hope will be amusing), I decided to team up with my husband Yoel and our friend Dave, both of whom are more well versed with Batman and the whole superhero story. Yoel has been hearing about Webtoons non stop for over a year, bu...
Midnight Poppy Land 75 - Lakeside Bombshell (with Darla, Patty, Saucy Tuggles, and Vita)
September 18, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBPoppy tries to get more information out of Tora, but Tora shuts down. Poppy spirals, and we discuss how their differing backgrounds and subsequent opposite emotional reactions could cause problems. Tora, however, does reach out to her physically and emotionally, asking for a mere kiss. :D A red faced Poppy complies and then scoots away in embarrassment, after which Tora reveals a bit more about his background to Poppy. We learn that he is an orphan and his mom is presumed dead (emphasi...
Purple Hyacinth 38: Humble Human (with Bundin, Firedancer, and Fwoot)
September 14, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBLast one from my favorite arc! Lauren wakes up, shocked to find herself in Kieran's home and bed. Ever the detective/nosybody, she explores his home, surprised by how many books he owns. She pulls out several books: The Secret Garden, The Killing Joke, and the Man Who Laughs. We discuss all of these and theorize on how they relate to the story. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝗴𝗼'𝘀 "𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘀" 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗛𝘆𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗵. https://youtu.be/-...
Let's Play 138: Chained (with Patty and Shirin)
September 14, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 39.4 MB𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲: This is personally one of my favorite podcast episodes and contains really hard hitting discussion of personality, relationships, and trauma. We begin with Sam dressing, nervous about Charles' reaction to her outfit. We discuss whether Charles is having an unhealthy effect on Sam and whether she is regressing into her insecurities. Charles arrives, and we discuss his commanding tone and whether Sam and Charles may not be right for each other at this moment, based on both...
Purple Hyacinth 37: Nettlesome Nurse (with Bundin, Firedancer, and Fwoot)
September 13, 2021 21:37 - 1 hour - 40.4 MBAnother one of my favorite episodes! Kieran brings Lauren to his apartment, which is surprisingly homey and tastefully decorated. While discussing details they'd learned at the tavern, Kieran stitches Lauren up, skillfully and gently. Lauren wants to go home, but Kieran, bandaging her ankle, insists she is in no condition to do so, and must stay in his apartment. (It's a trope and we are here for it!) Later that night, sleeping in Kieran's bed (sadly, without Kieran in it), and in Kiera...
Midnight Poppy Land 74: Strawberry Gil (with Elisabeth, Haley, and Sakura)
September 11, 2021 01:00 - 50 minutes - 28.9 MBTurns out Tora had let words slip out of his mouth. Poppy wonders if she should put on a jacket, and Tora forcefully says no. Tora hesitantly questions whether Julri abused her, admitting how his background has influenced how he interprets situations. He affirms that neither he nor his thuglets would any do any of that, and tells her that his sexual innuendo is often just for fun. Poppy asserts her sexuality and says that she doesn't mind it some of the time! Awkward silence... and st...
Let's Play 137: Man of My Dreams (with Myrna and Shirin)
September 07, 2021 01:00 - 27 minutes - 15.8 MBWe start out with the team in the World of Warcraft game. Sam is having her meditative moment, only to be interrupted by a very angry Angela, who is not pleased about poop-scavenging quests. Sam is hesitant to tell her friends about Charles, and we discuss that hesitancy and how they treat her. Sam spots a rare plant, but while she goes to get it, a dragon whelp attacks her. She is able to deal with it on her own, but a Shakespearean speaking mystery player named Dion comes to help her...
Midnight Poppy Land 73: Are You Hungry? (with Emily, Jen, and Patty)
September 04, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBThis entire episode is all about sexual innuendo. We enjoy it. You have been warned. Turns out Julri, the potato carrier, has jammed Tora's car with a potato. Possibly one from our potato drawing contents. Poppy resigns herself to taking Tora along on her scooter; however, she can't manage long with Mr. Boulder behind her. This is where Tora decides to reveal that he actually has a motorcycle license. They share a cozy connection on the bike, with even more innuendo and layers of mea...
Let's Play 136: Frustrated (with Goobs and Naushin)
August 31, 2021 01:00 - 47 minutes - 27.2 MBCharles is swimming vigorously in a pool, trying to shake thoughts of Sam out of his mind. He is being ogled by some appreciative women. Turns out 2 hours wasn't enough. She is on his mind while driving home as well as he thinks of her good nature. He tries to shake her off his mind through porn, but he isn't satisfied by the fake thing. All he can do is dream of Sam and see her everywhere. He tries heading to bed but all he can do is remember their last interaction there. His hear...
Midnight Poppy Land 72: You Can Just Be Yourself (with Smut Sisters, Copy Pastel and Begonia Rex)
August 28, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 40.6 MBPoppy asks Tora how he found her, and when Tora isn't forthcoming, flashes back to (stupid abusive) Julri browbeating her for wanting to know his schedule. Tora picks up on her discomfort and fills in more details. Poppy continues and asks him about him changing his accent. Recognizing that this is a sore spot for him, Poppy affirms him and tells him that he can be himself around her. Tora, as a complete foil to Julri, doesn't want to leave her after what just happened, and Poppy offers hi...
Let's Play 135: The Boy Next Door (with Goobs and Ocean)
August 24, 2021 01:00 - 34 minutes - 19.8 MBWith a sweet grin on her face, Sam watches Marshall's Ruminate play for the third time. We have a pretty obvious callout as to the Charles/Marshall choice and discuss our feelings about the ships. Marshall steps outside for a contemplative moment, and while shy Sam thinks about whether to comfort him, Bowser blows her cover. Sam hides on the couch, but Marshall finds her out and teases her about how much she loves his video. We have an odd crush moment, and then Marshall runs off. Sa...
Midnight Poppy Land 71: B*tch Slap (with Teri and Seazar)
August 21, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBPoppy responds to Julri's accusations with accusations of her own, and then delivers the wisest line known to mankind. Tora arrives, but stays behind, allowing Poppy to fight her own battles. Poppy starts to walk away, and Julri just can't let it go. He harasses her again with his delusional mind, and Poppy responds calmly once again. At this point, Tora walks in, and he and Poppy banter, completely ignoring Julri, whose narcissistic self cannot stand being sidelined. Poppy, sadly, mis...
Let's Play 134: You're Not My Father (with Erin and Krystine)
August 17, 2021 01:00 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBWe begin the episode with Vikki and Marshall having their own private yoga session. Marshall has fallen asleep, and they have a heart to heart about Marshall's recent troubles. Vikki is very wise and understanding, and gives Marshall good advice. The scene ends with a fun joke. Bonus Video on my Patreon: We discuss whether we think of Vikki and Marshall together. Meanwhile, at the Daily Grind, Link is forcing Dallas to confess and apologize for stealing the toilet paper. We discover th...
Purple Hyacinth 105, Season 2 Finale: Final Flight (with Bundin, Emma, and Fwoot)
August 17, 2021 01:00 - 2 hours - 94.6 MBWith minutes left to the bomb, Lauren panics, envisioning Kym and Will dead, just as everyone died at the ATST. As the blood of the PS member spreads, Kieran launches himself at the door, trying to shove it open. Lauren contemplates defusing the bomb, but can't, and they can't communicate with the bomb squad either. Together, they try slamming the door down, but are unsuccessful. Meanwhile, the APD is evacuating the surroundings. We learn that Will refused to leave without Kym, and ...
Midnight Poppy Land 70: It's Woodchipper Time (with Girl Wonder)
August 14, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 39.7 MBAfter rushing to Moonbright, Poppy is stuck with no money, phone, or way of getting around - whoops. She considers turning to family and friends, but Moonbright is way too small to take those options. She is finally reminded of her scooter, though, and we finally receive some closure as to what happened to it! She picks it up from Darleen's garage, and we are all delighted to see a reference to our resident thirsty meme maker. https://www.instagram.com/darlaamami/ Suddenly, out of th...
Purple Hyacinth 104: Time Tomb (with Fwoot and Ocean)
August 10, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MB***Content warning for violence and dark events.*** Kieran, at the edge of losing his strength, stops the PS members throwing nitro bomb from the roof. He also discovers the tunnels - TUNNEL THEORY!!! - and thinks they may use it as a way out. Lauren limps towards him, almost blacking out, but still managing to exchange insults. Their levity is soured, however, by the message they hear over the PS radio: the basement is about to explode. Lauren's trauma response is triggered and sh...
Let's Play 133: Mutual Tease (with Jacqui and Ocean)
August 10, 2021 01:00 - 57 minutes - 33.1 MBCharles does, indeed, enter Sam's apartment, whereupon he proceeds with further innuendos by offering to help Sam change. He teases her, but correctly realizes that she is disappointed that he won't undress her. When Sam buries her face in his chest once again, Charles worries that it genuinely bothers her, and in typical gentlemanly fashion, offers to stop. And turns out he himself has to stop, since the thoughts of what they did that morning are too much for him. And he also has Sam ...
Let's Play 132: Unrequited Love (with Erin and Jacqui)
August 03, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 34.4 MBSam calls Angela and learns that the raid was cancelled last night. She isn't ready to share her adventures with her protective friends. Charles is ever the gentleman and validates her hobbies. They pick up Bowser from Mrs. Whipple, who goes gaga over Charles. Bowser does as well, and when Marshall sees this, he goes ballistic. We discuss Marshall's unhealthy people pleasing needs. The episode ends with an awesome joke, and Charles being delighted at Sam's invitation. Recorded in Ko...
Purple Hyacinth 103: Familiar Feeling (with Fwoot and Ocean)
August 03, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 37.6 MBLauren tries to get to the roof but is attacked by Birdbrain (the Messenger).They both use their ninja skills (circus skills?) on the catwalk, landing up on the roof, where Birdbrain chokes Lauren and grinds their knee into Lauren's wound. We speculate as to the identity of the Messenger- Rafael? Athena? Someone who know and dislikes Lauren personally? Kym sees this going on and using the superhuman strength reserved to people in situations of extreme duress, manages to extricate herself ...
Midnight Poppy Land 69: Salty Granny (with Darla, Patty, and Saucy Tuggles)
July 31, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBWe resume the conversation at the cafe. Turns out Jacob and Erdene already knew that Quincy was clan, which leaves us wondering what it was that Erdene was wondering if she could tell Jacob. We receive confirmation that Erdene’s dad’s company has had clan dealings, and we’re sure it will resurface later in the story. They discuss Poppy’s decision to continue pursuing Mr. Lam, and Erdene defends her decision not to warn Poppy about---- we’re not sure. We debate this approach, something Quinc...
Let's Play 131: The Morning After (with Carter, Jessica, and Patty)
July 27, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 36.2 MBHaving gotten off the floor, Sam is now nursing her headache and reliving her embarrassment at her behavior last night, as well as this morning. Charles assures her that there is nothing to be ashamed of, and makes a totally hilarious quip. He is unprepared for Sam’s eagerness to continue their liaison, and her trusting sweetness. (We see those chains!) Looks like things may be heading down the same path as that morning, but Charles makes the error of reminding Sam of her raid. Bonus cont...
Purple Hyacinth 102: Calculated Crash (with Fwoot and Somni)
July 27, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBWe open the episode with a frightening adjurement to a circus-tattooed person to capture (only) one of the Lune members alive. While Lauren marvels at Kieran's sharpshooting ability, he pulls her to safety and freaks out over her being shot. We freak out over him freaking out and his face touch! And her hand touch when she tries to calm him down. We theorize that Kieran is traumatized with what happened to his protectee. Regardless, their connection is strengthening and we are in love. ...
Purple Hyacinth 36: Impeached Innocence (with Bundin, Fwoot and Krystine)
July 25, 2021 17:40 - 27 minutes - 15.6 MBWith Lauren flat on the ground, Kieran presses his advantage to make the best joke ever. Lauren, being Lauren, insists that she can walk after her three story fall, but unsurprisingly, she can't. Nevertheless, when Kieran swoops her off her feet, she repays him for his kindness by bashing her head against his. Eventually, she calms down enough for them to have a conversation while she is piggybacking on his back across Ardhalis. She tells him of her discovery that Harvey was a spy, a...
Midnight Poppy Land 68: Hot Professor (with Myrna and Tanya)
July 24, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 37 MBTora comes barging in, knocking over our poor PTSD Jacob. Erdene tells them where Poppy went, and Tora immediately propels himself out of there, ponytail flying. Erdene and Quincy have a silent exchange, until Quincy reveals that he told Erdene something the day before. What it is, we aren't sure. They meet at a cafe, where, perhaps being eavesdropped on by an orange-hatted fellow, Quincy drops the bomb that Poppy's life may be in danger. Did Erdene know something more, or does she think i...
Purple Hyacinth 101: Scarce Seconds (with Emma and Fwoot)
July 20, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 34.4 MBWhat a chapter! As some had speculated, turns out it wasn't one our buddies getting shot. It was DILF/Ratman/Cal/the person Soph made us think was super important but wasn't. We think. Lauren quickly grabs a gun and shoots a threat, finally seeing who it was that saved them: none other than our resident grumpy cat, Lukas Randall 😍, looking badass in a helmet. Lune and Soleil head their separate directions, and Kym begins firing. At long last (a suspicious long last?), the APD bursts in t...
Let's Play 130: Broken Mask (with Carter and Krystine)
July 20, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 20.5 MBWe flashback to Marshall’s childhood, where we see the pressure his father places on both siblings. Eva is clearly under a lot of pressure, and Marshall takes on the role of goofball to make his mom feel better. Unfortunately, the mental burden takes its toll, and Benji’s face cracks. Who is he? Marshall, or Benji? Whoever he is, it’s clear his father doesn’t value him, and in fact, crushes him. Marshall wakes up, shaken, but luckily, able to call his mother for comfort. Bonus conten...
Purple Hyacinth 35: Free Fall (with Bundin, Fwoot, and Krystine)
July 18, 2021 09:01 - 27 minutes - 16 MBFlemmings opens the door, enters his room, and, much to sweating Lauren's anxiety, retrieves the documents from under his bed... where Lauren happens to be hiding. He cocks his gun and Lauren thinks she's done for, but luckily, he merely leaves the room. When he is gone, Lauren looks at the report and receives a shock. Back at the bar, Bella reveals the information that Lauren is now uncovering... that Harvey was a spy. Flemmings returns, and Lauren once again panics, trying to fi...
Midnight Poppy Land 67: High Suspicions (with Debbie and Veronica)
July 17, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutes - 33.4 MBIf we thought Gil was sus before, we certainly think it now! His conversation with his wife triggers all kinds of alarms, as does his cold demeanor upon reminiscing. Is he planning on using Poppy as a scapegoat for his crimes? Poppy, meanwhile, is trying to validate Julri's text. When her search uncovers no verification, she is forced to call the unknown number, where she is met with the most gaslighting, manipulative, and narcissistic piece of garbage known to mankind. Thankfully, though...
Purple Hyacinth 34: Baleful Belladonna (with Bundin and Fwoot)
July 16, 2021 16:15 - 22 minutes - 12.7 MBKieran and Bella engage in a conversation filled with hidden threats, shows of bravado, and vague references. Meanwhile, Lauren is searching for evidence in Flemmings' room, and finds suspicious red stains on his coat, as well as circus tickets. Bella reveals that she is actually a double agent and really working for the leader, who is keeping an eye on A7's covert operation. Kieran does some fishing about Harvey's death. Back in the room, Lauren has found documents beneath Flemmi...
Let's Play 129: Orchid Beam (with Haley, Kachina, and Ocean)
July 13, 2021 05:18 - 48 minutes - 27.7 MBBrace yourselves... We get very... reactive in this video. Unsurprisingly, Sam’s blush reaches all the way to Paradise (aka Hawaii), where Honey Bear has to use one of her sparkles to get Papa Bear back to her bed and away from running after his child and overprotecting her. Back at Charles’ apartment, it turns out that Sam DOES want him to continue touching her, which he proceeds to do, in the most affectionate, gentle, and sweet way. When offered an opportunity to touch Charles, Sa...
Purple Hyacinth 33: Mad Maid (with Fwoot and Laura)
July 11, 2021 19:28 - 44 minutes - 25.4 MBWe open on The Lonely Travelers's Inn, where Lauren enters though the employee door in the most amazing getup ever. Kieran, meanwhile, is waiting in the bar, watching Flemmings, when in short order, a bombastic pink-headed woman walks in, attracting every eye to her. While Lauren finds out Flemming's room, Kieran eavesdrops on his and Bella's conversation. They mention Lune, as well as the crucial detail that this operation is actually the Apostle's, not the leader's. Lauren has ...
Midnight Poppy Land 66: Pew Pew (with Patty)
July 10, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBQuincey and Tora discuss shady Gil in the car, and *we* discuss Quincey and Tora's complicated dynamic and how Quincey is a walking contradiction between his personality and upbringing. Back at the office, Poppy is having difficulty focusing, not at all because of Fishy Gil popping up and totally ignoring her work while praising and connecting with the other employees. Poppy has the beginnings of a panic attack, finally absorbing all the events that have happened to her in the last da...
Purple Hyacinth 32: Lonely Lullaby (with Firedancer, Fwoot, and Hadzy)
July 08, 2021 20:55 - 57 minutes - 33.1 MBKym rushes off, and Hermann makes Lauren give her deposition. We discuss Hermann’s reaction and character and hint: he’s not so bad. We also have a Hermann theory by our theory master, Fwoot. Meanwhile, Will chases after Kym, who is in a world of her own and cannot hear him. Kym gazes at a music box in a shop window and Will and Kym converse about superheroes dying. We discuss Kym's reckoning with her mortality and use of the phrase "their clock stops sometime." Later, Lauren and Kieran ar...