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You can probably tell - I don't use this account even a quarter of the amount I used to.
I have many things to focus on, and this is the reality for many a people, I'm sure.
That doesn't mean I've stopped drawing, or writing.
I simply won't be on as often or post as much.
For this reason, I am planning to move to another account.
I may re-upload a few pieces of art from here, but we'll see.
I may keep this account up and just not touch it.
Opinions?
Those who wish to remain in contact with me may either message me, write on this journal entry, send a PM etc.
If you don't want to, I have no reason to hold that against you.
You have your lives and I have mine.
I wish you all the best, I really do.
DeviantART has given me fond teenage memories I look back on and can't help but smile at.

Wishing you all have the strength, determination and wisdom to face whatever your life has planned for you.
Good luck!
XxxxX
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No, this isn't about me hating on a character or anything, I would try to never do that.
Basically, I want to vent out my frustrations about people's views on some characters throughout gaming.

I hate seeing a lot of hate towards characters in gaming (and in movies) who show emotion, because 'it shows they're weak' and 'they're not cool'.

Let me give you an example: Hope from Final Fantasy XIII.
Lets set the scene: Here is a 14 year old boy who's been living a pretty normal life, going to school and some such and living with his family. When they go to a festival, they get caught up in a rebellion. During this, he watches his mother, the person he loved the most, DIE IN FRONT OF HIS VERY EYES. He gets caught up in the whole mess and travels with the main characters, and all of them end up being hunted for.
Please tell me, how you would be able to stay calm, cool, and collected, and not have AT LEAST ONE breakdown and show of emotion? Yes, that means being frustrating to work with at times, but it depicts good personality development which is realistic! Keep in mind, HE IS 14 YEARS OF AGE. Hope turns out to serve the purpose of his name - he brings hope when it is most needed! He has some of the most character developments of them all!

I'll provide another example: Kyrie from Devil May Cry 4.
Lets set the scene: She's friends with the main character, Nero, and they had fallen in love prior to the events of the game. (Shut up with your stereotypical crap, because sometimes it's really good and there's nothing wrong with it.) She's not a fighter, and she has little to no experience with any type of fighting at all (I can hear the cries of "weak" and "boring" from afar). She is sweet, kind, compassionate and selfless. How do I know that? You can see that even though she has pretty little screen time. She also has a good voice, as you see from the opening sequence. ;) I know, off topic. Back to business.
She is selfless. When the town's folk are attacked by demons, she helps in guiding the people away, and runs to the aid of a crying boy who was unaware that a demon had its eyes set on killing him. Without a second thought she shielded him and did not think about her own life!! Since when is sacrificing your own life "weak"? It takes a lot of courage to do that! Especially without a second thought and quickly! Yes, she gets saved, don't worry. =P
I understand if some people state that it was "foolish". Perhaps. Because she may have died and the boy may have not ran away and thus would have died to. But when you only have a few seconds to make a life-dependent decision, it's hard to always go for the logical choice. And hopefully, none of us would have to go through that.
I agree, she does not have a lot of character development, which would have improved on her character, but I really do like her. :) Nero's love for her helped him push himself onwards when he was really down. Love can be a very powerful driving force.

Some of this hate I have also seen towards the support character of Devil May Cry 5: Kat.
She does not fight, but she guides the main character of the game - Dante. She went through torture but still kept quiet to keep him and his brother a secret from the main antagonist of the game. Read up more on her!

What I want to end this on, is that the job that any character, or any person in real life has should be respected. To be "badass", "cool" and to be "respected", a person does not always have to be the hero, or the villain. They do not have to fight or know how to. Nor do they have to dress "sexy" either. A person's emotions and intellect can be just as powerful weapons as physical strength and weapon skills. Being a Mother is one hell of a job, where you're faced with many hardships throughout, and your job is to raise and protect your children well, while also being able to take care of yourself and others. Usually, it's mothers who go through this as they usually channel the emotional section better, but being a Father can be just as hard. (All depends on circumstances and what not, I know.) Being a housewife/ husband is hard, as your job is to make a house, or any living space you have - a home. You want to make the living space cosy, welcoming, and alive! Along with providing food to eat, and making sure everything and everyone's in top top condition. Picking up rubbish or delivering newspapers or mail shouldn't be look down upon either. I think you get my point by now.

Everyone cannot be the same. Respect everyone's strengths and their weaknesses. Respect everyone's purpose in life. Respect everyone's job. Stereotypes in love, jobs and any other place should not be considered inferior. They happen and it is totally normal and acceptable. It does not mean they are "weak". It is their choice! Everyone and everything is important, and they play a role in this world.

I think I've mentioned everything I wanted to mention, though I get the feeling I've forgotten something. If I have, I'll add on to this later.
Thanks for listening.
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Haven't done a commission (except a few an extremely long time ago) so don't remember how it all properly works.

I've set up a commission and donation thing at the bottom of my page if you'd like to check it out.

170 points seems decent, since it's only equivalent to about a pound soo...

Yeah. I'll only do a maximum of five commissions at this point to just see how it goes and to not get overloaded.

I also have a few questions that I need advice on so if you can, please check my last journal entry.

Thanks guys. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! :hug:

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Hello everyone!

IT'S CHRISTMAS SOON! :iconexcitedlaplz:

Can't wait for that and the new year. It's interesting to look back and see how much you've changed. I hope I keep growing and changing in the right direction. :)

I wish you guys all the best and hope your dreams are fulfilled. May your lives be full of happiness and lots of love! :icondragonhugplz:

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I have a few notices:

With things going the way they are, I doubt I'll get into Bleach again even though I still like it. I don't think I love it as much as I used to, so I don't have any inspiration for the fanfic I'm currently writing. I'll upload the next chapter as promised as I quite like it, but probably won't write any more. I know it's bad to leave a fanfic hanging and I hate it but it's better than trying to finish it without any enthusiasm...that would make it boring to read and would ruin the whole thing. :| I may write up a summary of what happens so you guys can know how it ends and be at peace. ;) (It would be great if you let me know if you'd like that).

Also, have any of you taken part in paid surveys? If you have, is it any good? Are there downsides to it? Is it worth it? If you haven't, why not? Is there something I'm missing? It's just it seems like a good way to make some extra cash....but I've never done it before so just looking for advice. :)

I want to make the most of my dA account but I'm not sure what to do with it. Everything I write or draw tends to be with OCs and original stories, from which I don't want ideas or the whole thing stolen. I know I may be overcomplicating matters, but I know a few people to which it has happened to and I would like to avoid that. If you can give me some advice on this it would be greatly appreciated. :icongrin--plz: I love to draw, write, take photos, do photo manips and create things, like DIY stuff. Basically anything creative, I'd be willing to try (if I physically can, and if I can get the items and stuff blah blah blah).

Should I do some requests? Commissions? Collaborations? (Keep in mind that I don't have lots of free time, with College and soon University. Would be great to do things that don't take up too long, or if it would take long, I need people to understand that finishing a piece would take longer than anyone would really like...unless I have free time). I think I'm babbling on again, aren't I? :iconeheheplz:

I was also planning on posting a lyric video I did a while ago but decided not to upload as YouTube has changed so much with EVERYTHING. :/ Might just post the adjusted lyrics here....maybe.

If you've not seen Frozen yet...GO WATCH FROZEN. You won't regret it. :tighthug:

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If you've read my Journal entry this far then I give a warm thank you for your determination! =P

Thanks for your time, my friends!

Merry Christmas, and a happy New Year! :iconxmastreeplz:

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Hey guys!

In a good mood so decided that it's time to write a journal entry!! :la:

First of all....TOMORROW'S DECEMBER!! :iconexcitedplz: I've been singing my Christmas tunes for a while now. ;)

I am very thankful for my life, and always will be. It's not perfect, but if it was it wouldn't be fun at all! I love and care for those around me, and will always help those who ask me and who need it. I want to make a positive effect in the world and those around me. :D

And another thing:

Hey, hey you.

Yeah, you.

You, one of the people I love and care for.

We WILL see each other again.

It might be soon, or in a few years or months, but we WILL see each other.

You know why?

Because I want to see the people I love again. I won't give up on you.

I meant what I said in my last journal post, but heck, I'm not giving up on seeing you again.

I can stretch out this message to those who I won't see very often once I'm off to Uni, but I KNOW we'll see each other again.

Because I love you all. (Especially you.) :icongrin--plz: :heart:

And hey, it would be great to meet new people too, especially would be cool to meet my online friends in person. :)

MERRY CHRI ---- too early. I know. =P

I tell myself, I don't want my life to go how I plan it in my head, but that's not entirely true. I'd like some of my thoughts to become reality, and the rest can just be a surprise. :iconpresentplz:

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