Month: March 2019

Something

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http://Something

Sometimes it’s really hard to put a feeling, a thought, into words. It’s why the Beatles’ lyrics to Something In The Way are, to me at least, among the most beautiful and memorable ever written.  And it also applies in a completely different way to design… you know you love it, you find it irresistible, but you can’t necessarily put your finger quite on the reason why.  It’s just something, or maybe it’s just the way a lot of somethings add up together.  It doesn’t really matter, but THIS something is gorgeous, and makes me feel that way too… Grab a demo and see if it does the same for you! 😉

  • Outfit:  YOU by GeMyles – Theresa Lace & Boots. Now that I have my Slink body, YOU is rapidly becoming one of my favorite lines for sexy little dresses with incredible footwear. Admittedly, some of the fully sheer textures are a bit too revealing for me, but oh, when there’s an outfit like Theresa, I can’t wait to wear her! There’s just something in the total design… the slightly-revealing-but-not-too-much lace texture with the satin tie at the waist, the  matching little crotch pantie, the stiletto black boots with the matching laces, even the 32-color HUD that really made it hard to choose a color to wear!  Sized for Slink P/H, Belleza V/I/F, eBody Curvy, Maitreya & Classic.  At the Designer Circle 8th Anniversary Round 05/19 March 3rd – 16th.  Demo available.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Maaike is another flawless stunner from 7DS, with soft shading around the eyes & just the perfect amount of blush on the cheeks. She’s so fresh & beautiful, I added absolutely except freckles (see below), because I just feel naked without them!  Today I’m wearing her in Cashew Browless, but the full range of dark & light tones is available at the Skin Fair March 8th – 24th.
  • Freckles:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Moles & Freckles, which I’m blogging every day because I’m wearing them every day!  They definitely are my favorite new item being launched at the Skin Fair as an EXCLUSIVE! Sold per item & in a fatpack box, they apply as a face tattoo. I’m continuing to include the poster below so you can see the full range of what’s in the box. Today, I’m wearing Moles #5 (see the chart below) though I did add my old signature heart mole as well. The Skin Fair is open March 8th – 24th.  Also wearing:  Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
  • Body:  Slink – Physique Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Hair:  Magika – Fool for Love
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam (Marketplace Only) – Luminous Eyes, in Ivy
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Pink Nail Appliers
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – True Hearts Necklace & Earrings; Indulge Temptation (IT!) – Heart on Sleeve Bracelet; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  elephante poses – Ilysm #1
  • Location:  Everstream

Dream On

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We all have dreams. What we want to be, what we want to do, how we want to live, who we want to share our lives with. And as life goes on, with all its ups and downs, those dreams change.  After all, we all have dues to pay. But even in the harsh light of reality, dreams are a necessity… they are what keep us getting up each morning, and moving through each day.  We need to have dreams in our hearts and minds… big dreams, little dreams, realistic dreams, fanciful dreams, it doesn’t matter… they’re all important in their own way.  They fuel our lives, they are the energy behind everything we do.  So yes, you need to face reality, you can’t live with your head in a dream, but that doesn’t mean that you give up on your dreams.  After all, to quote Disney (and the pillow!!), “A dream is a wish your heart makes”… so let’s all DREAM ON!!!  😉

  • Outfit:  AvaGirl – Emma, mesh top & capri pants, with a 9-texture HUD for the top & 9-textures for the capris, all with this beautifully lustrous sheen. Love the open lacing on the top!!! Sized for Belleza F/I/V, Slink H/P, Maitreya, TMP & Classic (S/M/L). Available for 50% OFF at TheEvent for March! 
  • Shoes: [Sheba] Creations – Lory Heels.  Includes a 40-texture HUD that lets you set a main color for the shoes & another for the trim; in sizes for Tonic, Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, eBody, & Altamura. Demo available.  Available for 50% OFF at TheEvent for March! 
  • Rug: Tm Creation – “A Dream” Area Rug with Decors, Single & Couple animations is perfect for use indoors or out.  Includes pillows, blanket, Kissing Cats, & floral groundcover in 100% Original Mesh.  Includes a ton of animations & sequences (bento too!), & is available in both PG & Adult versions. Fully copy/mod, you can use as is or unlink all the pieces & use as you wish.  EXCLUSIVE for the Swank Event March 7th – 31st, after which it will become available at the store. See ad for the adult version below for more details.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Toril, worn in Butter Browless. As I’ve blogged before, I adore Toril’s dimples & light freckling that make her truly unique, though I, of course, add some more freckles!  Although based on Genus, she’s an Omega skin & will fit most mesh heads (I’m wearing her on LAQ with my own shape). Originally introduced at the recent Dubai Event, fatpacks of 7 light or dark tones, demo & shape are now all available at the store.
  • Freckles:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Moles & Freckles, which are my favorite new item being launched at the Skin Fair as an EXCLUSIVE; as a freckle/mole gal, I’ve been experimenting with the various options! Sold per item & in a fatpack box, they apply as a face tattoo. I’m continuing to include the poster below so you can see the full range of what’s in the box. Today, I’m wearing Moles #4 (see the chart below). The Skin Fair is open March 8th – 24th.  Also wearing: DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
  • Body:  Slink – Physique Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Hair:  Magika – Empty Gold
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam (Marketplace Only) – Luminous Eyes, in Ivy
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Purple Nail Appliers
  • Jewelry: Earthstones – Inlaid Harmony Earrings, PurpleMystic; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location: My home at GlenXi Estates

Wishing on a Star

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http://Wishing on a Star

I started a new job this week. It’s part-time, EXACTLY what I was looking for (yay!), and just 5 minutes from my house.  It’s almost as if my job wish came true, it’s such a match to my checklist of what I wanted. This week I only did a fraction of what will be my normal hours, but after not working outside my home for several years, wow, the weekend feels wonderful! I wouldn’t go so far as to say I’m living for the weekend (been there, done that, thank you very much!), but I will admit that today all I want to do is lie around and daydream.  Unfortunately, this girl this has lots of blogging to work on… not to mention taxes to prepare on my OTHER business… SOOOO happy we don’t have to prepare taxes in Second Life lol!!!!  Well, enough chatter… I’m just going back to daydreaming now, all about all the wonderful things in both lives!  😉

  • Jacket:  +Psycho Barbie+ – Bomber Jacket.  This leather jacket offers some awesome styling & is not-just-your-basic-bomber jacket…  Off-shoulders, unzipped & buttoned by just one button, open at the sleeves, it’s actually quite a sexy little choice.  Includes a 10-color HUD in sizes for Slink H/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya.  Just 69L for SYNDICATE SUNDAY March, Mar 3rd – 10th! And how can I not comment on the name of this designer!?! Best ever!!! You can see all items available for this event at secondlifesyndicate.com/syndicate-sunday/.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Myrthe is another beauty being introduced at the Skin Fair March 8th – 24th.  She’s available in the full range of dark & light skin tones either singly or as a fatpack; I’ve chosen Butter Browless (my favorite light tone), & think she’s so perfect, I’m wearing NOTHING ADDED except for…
  • Freckles:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Moles & Freckles, which are also being launched at the Skin Fair as an EXCLUSIVE; as a freckle/mole gal, I’m having a field day with this! Sold per item & in a fatpack box, they apply as a face tattoo. I’ve included the poster below so you can see the full range of what’s in the box. Today, I’m wearing Moles #4 (see the chart below). The Skin Fair is open March 8th – 24th.  Also wearing: DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
  • Body:  Slink – Physique Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam (Marketplace Only) – Luminous Eyes, in Ivy
  • Hair:  (monso) My Hair – Evelynn
  • Pants:  Sentinus Design – Mesh Jennefer Jeans
  • Jewelry: RealEvil Industries – Areah Earrings & Necklace; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location:  Ippos Collective, The Aerie

Skin & Gin in the Moonlight

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http://Skin & Gin in the Moonlighthttp://MAAIKE & MOLES

I’m a lucky blogger in that I’ve managed to arrange things so that I’m never told what to blog… yes, I have minimums to meet for every sponsor within certain time frames, but other than that, I choose what to blog.  Sometimes that’s a problem because I like so much it’s hard to choose; before I got my Slink Physique body, sometimes not enough was available to fit my body; other times, not enough falls into my taste range.  And sometimes I really love an outfit but the body (the template) is the same as one I’ve blogged before.  That’s when I have a bit of an inner struggle, to blog or not to blog, but if the designer’s interpretation of the basic body is completely different, and the textures are to die for, then the outfit is a completely new experience and truly deserves to be blogged.  And that’s the case with today’s dress… yes, I blogged the “template” previously for a dress I absolutely adored… and now this one has swept me away with a totally different look and feel.  Neither one is better than the other… each is marvelous in its own right.  Today’s dress is available in both black and silver; the silver just swept me away… I tried to capture its sheen, but it’s one of those things you really need to see for yourself… as for me, well, right now moonlight and martinis seem like a pretty excellent combination to me! 😉

  • Outfit:  Giulia Design – Debra.  Available in black or silver, or as a fatpack.  Includes a matching c-string — I just love it when a designer thinks to include something like that! — as well as applier stockings (not shown), necklace & earrings. Sized for Slink P/H, Belleza V/I/F, & Maitreya. At the Designer Circle 8th Anniversary Round 05/19 March 3rd – 16th.  Demo available.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Maaike is another flawless stunner from 7DS, with soft shading around the eyes & just the perfect amount of blush on the cheeks. Since this is a dressy dress, I added some silvery eyeshadow & red lipstick, but I’ll definitely be doing some “As Is” posts with Maiike, she’s such a stunner. I’m wearing her in Cashew Browless, but the full range of dark & light tones will be available at the Skin Fair starting tomorrow, March 8th – 24th.
  • Freckles:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Moles & Freckles are also being launched at the Skin Fair as an EXCLUSIVE; as a freckle/mole gal, I’ve been waiting impatiently for this! Sold per item & in a fatpack box, they apply as a face tattoo. I’ve included the poster below so you can see the full range of what’s in the box. I’m wearing Moles #6. The Skin Fair opens tomorrow March 8th & goes through the 24th.  Also wearing: DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
  • Body:  Slink – Physique Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Hair: D!va – Aya2
  • Makeup:   DS’Elles – Eyeshadow Series 10; LAQ – Shiny Lipgloss
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Swami Heels
  • Jewelry:  Meva – Poetry Bangle; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Amitie – Martini, pose 04 (pose 1);  Fashiowl – Buddy (pose 2)
  • Location: Comhar Free Public Photo Studio, Garden & Caves

Soaking in the Green

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http://Soaking in the Green

Maybe it’s because in Real Life I seem to have the kiss of death when it comes to indoors plants, but in Second Life I’m always surrounding myself with green growing things. In addition to being huge on landscaping, I bring a lot of greenery into the house as well, which is why I was just thrilled to find all these plants (and the ottomans and table too!) on sale for this week’s Syndicate Sunday! It’s just so soothing and replenishing to the soul to be surrounded by green growing things while winter is still having its wicked way outside the window… I only wish I could do the same here in Real Life, but the plants just aren’t as hardy as those in SL!!!  😉

What I’m wearing:

  • Outfit:  Enigma Apparel – Sheila Set, includes heart-shaped top w/ applier HUD in 8 colors, shorts, & mini-skirt, for lots of wardrobe options.  Sized for Slink P/H, Belleza V/I/F, & Maitreya. At the Designer Circle 8th Anniversary Round 05/19 March 3rd – 16th. 
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Zinzi has this beautiful look of innocence about her.  Although designed for Genus, she will work on most Omega compatible heads (I’m wearing her in Caramel Browless on a LAQ head).  Available in in light & dark tones, 6 tones per fatpack, ON SALE at the Designer Circle 8th Anniversary Round 05/19 March 3rd – 16th. 
  • Shoes: [Sheba] Creations – Jana Foot Jewelry, not really shoes but perfect for an at-home look.  Includes a 5-texture HUD with 5 choices for the stones & 5 choices for the strings; in sizes for Tonic, Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, eBody, & Altamura. Demo available.
  • Body:  Slink – Physique Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Hair:  eXxEsS – Melodia
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
  • Makeup:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Omega Advent Lipgloss 1
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Green Nail Appliers
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Dream Feathers Earrings & Necklace; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band

The scene:

  • Plants:  [CIRCA] – “AZIZA” Hanging Fern Set & Planter Collection.  Includes both the set of 3 hanging fern baskets on a black iron chain, each a different length, together with an assortment of pots & bases in natural colors.  Just 69L for SYNDICATE SUNDAY March, Mar 3rd – 10th! You can see all items available for this event at secondlifesyndicate.com/syndicate-sunday/.
  • Seats:  [CIRCA] – “AZIZA” Moroccan Ottomans, both the Colours & Vintage sets.  Each includes a set of 2 (one with aluminum & one with bronze rivets), with a 4-pattern menu on touch. Includes both male & female animations.  Just 69L for SYNDICATE SUNDAY March, Mar 3rd – 10th! You can see all items available for this event at secondlifesyndicate.com/syndicate-sunday/.
  • Table:  Dragon Magick Wares – Lunar Table. Mesh, lo-prim, with a built-in resize script. Also just 69L for SYNDICATE SUNDAY March, Mar 3rd – 10th!
  • Dog:  [Rezz Room] – Bulldog Puppy Play (Gacha)
  • Room:  Saintstreet Gift Room Backdrop, Marketplace Only

On Wings of Fancy

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One Second Life Halloween, many years ago, I dressed up as a fairy. To my surprise and delight, it was SL-life-altering… I loved having wings so much that I ended up creating an alt and role-playing as fae. Whereas I myself remained human, my alt was a magical creature of the woodlands — white hair, pale skin with glamorous facial tattoos, elven ears, and oh, a whole wardrobe of beautiful wings and medieval/fantasy clothes. She even had her own treehouse home that she shared with her elven prince (my partner’s alt).

Well, those days are long gone (I’ve been in SL now for more than 12 years!), but these absolutely stunning BENTO wings brought those wonderful memories of living a true fantasy life rushing back.  The colors when the light hits them are truly magical… perfect for playing tag with the butterflies and indulging in flights of fancy!!!! 😉

  • Wings:  Harvest Moon – Mythos Bento Wings in Gold include an Animation HUD so that you can choose to have your wings beat randomly or you can control their actions… LOVE IT! Also includes a 2nd set of unanimated wings.  Unisex.  Just 69L for SYNDICATE SUNDAY March, Mar 3rd – 10th! You can see all items available for this event at secondlifesyndicate.com/syndicate-sunday/.
  • Dress:  Harvest Moon – Hebe Dress, Dust… partners perfectly with the wings! Includes a 3-color HUD; sizes for Slink H/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya. Also at SYNDICATE SUNDAY Mar 3rd – 10th for just 69L!
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Solstice is a beauty, which is why I’m blogging her for the 2nd time!  Available in “plain” or freckled fatpacks, she’s based on Lelutka, but as an Omega skin she works on all mesh heads (though the shape may not). I’m wearing her in Freckled Cotton Candy with the browless option on a LAQ head, & as you can see, it’s pure magic! Available at Sense Event until March 8th. Demos & shape also available.
  • Body:  Slink – Physique Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_JEWEL B, available at Tres Chic 
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam (Marketplace Only) – Luminous Eyes, in Ivy
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
  • Makeup:  Izzie’s – Fall Eyeshadows;  Dulce Secrets – Pucker Up Lip Gloss
  • Nails:  Black Butterflii – Yepa Nail Polish, Marketplace Only
  • Pose:  Nantra – Butterflies Are Free, Pose 3
  • Location:  Noelia Island

 

Someday

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http://A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes

I love my curves. I’ll admit it took a long time to get them exactly where I want them, which I’ve achieved with my Tonic Curvy body and added Booty Control (still tweaking all the time when I wear my Slink body to try to achieve the same effect). So I’m really thrilled when I put on an outfit that doesn’t just look good on the skinny model types, it looks good on me too… and when it flaunts those curves and shows them off to their fullest without just applying directly to your skin? Well, then you have an outfit like this, an outfit that makes everything seem possible because you look so good, you feel amazing & are ready for your dreams to come true! 😉

  • Outfit: Allure Couture – Simi Bolero Jumpsuit in Green is a very deep shade of green with gold edging at the neckline & the ankles.  The jumpsuit itself has very simple, classic lines that somehow enhance your shape to its fullest, but to me, it’s the optional bolero that pushes this outfit over the edge. Subtly striped, its slightly padded shoulders & amazing neck shape are pure elegance… & frame both the included emerald choker & your face to perfection (see the closeup below).  Also includes the high heeled sandals shown, so no struggling over details! Sized for Tonic, Belleza F/V, Slink H/P, Maitreya, & Classic (S/M/L). Available for 50% OFF at TheEvent for March! 
  • Pergola: Tm Creation – “The Arbor” Pergola with flowers & decor seems to be blowing gently in the breeze, & is one of those beautifully simple & simply beautiful pieces that brings a touch of romance to any spot.  Includes couple & single animations (I adjusted one to be over by the pillar rather than in the middle), & is available in both PG & Adult versions. 100% original mesh, you can use as is or unlink all the pieces & use as you wish.  Available at The Trunk Show presented by Pale Girl Productions until March 18th.  (Ad below has additional details.)
  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty + Booty Control
  • Hair:  Argrace – Kagura
  • Brows:  DS’Elles – EyeBrow Series 8
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam (Marketplace Only) – Luminous Eyes, in Ivy
  • Makeup:  Izzie’s – Fall Eyeshadows
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Green Nail Appliers
  • Jewelry:  Beloved Jewelry – Yellow Gold Links Set with Natural Emeralds, Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location:  Cape Florida Lighthouse & Park

Spirit of the Dragon

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http://Spirit of the Dragonhttp://Spirit of the Dragon at Rest

I’m honored to say that I’m a Guardian of the Spirit of the DragonRFL, a Relay for Life group that has already earned its SILVER SHIELD, even though we just had our opening day last weekend. RFL is such an important cause, both inworld and in RL, and I’m proud to be able to do my small little part to help the effort.  This post is just the beginning… I’ve used our sim (which was graciously donated to our team by Chateau d’Alliez) for this photo shoot… it’s an absolutely stunning sim, with so much to see and do, both to help and support cancer patients and caregivers as well as to just see and appreciate.  Our first big event is tomorrow, Sunday March 3rd, when we will be opening our sim at 12P SLT with a photography exhibit in the Reflection Gallery showcasing Dusty Pedroia with the vocal stylings of Djembe Dragonfire. The opening continues at 4P SLT with a “Bring Your Kiosk” multi team event. DJ Tiggy, DJ Striker and DJ Robobobby will be spinning the tunes for us! …   Wow, my brand-new dress from Moz Designs couldn’t have been launched at a better time! It’s the exclusive for the upcoming Curves Event, which ALSO opens on March 3rd.  Big day on the grid for curvy dragons like me! 😉

  • Head: Tonic – SNEAK PREVIEW #3!  Coco the new bento head from Tonic is still in pre-release, but the March Skin Fair is getting closer! I’m besotted by these slightly slanted eyes, which are so totally perfect for this look!!!!!  The demo is at the store… go pick her up, start playing, & see how fabulous your new look can be!
  • Dress:  MOZ Designs – NEW! “Sato” Oriental Dress completely took my breath away when I first put her on!  Whether or not you choose to go for the whole Oriental look or not, Sato gives you that little exotic thrill.  But beware — each & every texture is to die for! I, of course, had to go for my signature copper color, especially in this pattern that I call Iron Butterfly, but I’ll admit that one or two others almost tempted me away! An EXCLUSIVE design for the Curves Event opening on March 3rd, at which time the landmark will be available. Original Fitmesh for Maitreya, Slink, Belleza, Tonic, eBody & EVE. (You can’t see it, but I’m also wearing the MOZ Tangas Thong Satin, which has colors to match ALL the textures available in the dress!)
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – PREVIEW!  Drizzle, another skin that just made me go WOW! I’m wearing her in Dew Browless, but she’s available in the full range of dark & light tones, EXCLUSIVELY at the Curves Event opening on March 3rd, at which time the landmark will be available.
  • Shoes: [Sheba] Creations – Mizu Heels are not your ordinary high heel stilettos; they have this fascinating curved heel that adds a special design touch to your feet. Includes a 40-color HUD; in sizes for Tonic, Belleza, Slink & Maitreya.
  • Location:  Spirit of the DragonRFL Our Spirits Live Forever – Double Events on MARCH 3rd … see below for details… & if you’re part of an RFL team, bring your kiosks!!!
  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty + Booty Control
  • Hair:  Tukinowaguma – Ayane
  • Brows:  DS’Elles – EyeBrow Series 8
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam (Marketplace Only) – Luminous Eyes, in Ivy
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
  • Makeup:  Izzie’s – Fall Eyeshadows; 7 Deadly s[K]ins – JUICY omega lipsticks
  • Pet:  [YUKI] – Shoulder Dragon