In the spirit of the holiday, S.T. Musician and Light Harmony went hunting for Leprechauns. When they caught one, they asked for his Pot of Gold. He said no. So they took him out...for a pint of Green Beer for refusing politely.

It's been days since S.T. and Light Harmony were contacted by Divide.

S.T.: Bad news is we can only do so much over there, if not for those two, we could have done much more.

Light: Well I don't think our plans have failed, I think we just picked the wrong target is all.

Harmony: Ukraine will make it, we just gotta have faith the rest of the world is there to help them out. Whether it's teaching them how to fight back or helping fleeing people find a safe place to live.

Light: Harmony's right. Our main focus should be who they can't go up against and that's Dark fucking Divide. Psych Warfare is the way to go, they are extremely vain and even the slightest insult would set them off.

S.T.: Hmmm. It's a long shot but I have an idea.

S.T. Takes out a USB drive it has their insignia on it.

S.T.: I stole it off Dark during our drinking game. I looked it over and it's a song they were gonna publish. They were gonna try to beat us at our own game by creating their own "Lesson work." Only while we teach them stuff they'll need to know, this one teaches people how to be the worst of themselves. If we can publish it before they can, we will have copyrighted their name. To the listening world, this is part of some lore, but to them, we stole their shit and they're gonna want it back.

Light: Amazing. So you're basically gonna Stetson Kennedy them.

S.T.: Exactly.

Harmony: As much as I hate them, I am quite curious how they are. Do you think we could listen.

S.T.: This is a rough copy so they haven't put anything in it that would hypnotize the listener. It shouldn't hurt.

One Listen Later:

Light: That was horrifying.

Harmony: Anyone that would heed their words would have to be a special kind of psychopath.

S.T.: We fought killers, thieves, rapists and terrorists yet this scares me more.

Harmony: WHAT THE FUCK DID SHE JUST CALL ME!?

S.T.: Easy Harmony, she's just deluded.

Light: Leave her be, S.T. I got this. Harmony? Go to the gym and take it out on the heavy bag.

Harmony: Can I put a picture of her face on it?

Light: Yes.

Harmony: Ok.

Harmony leaves, sounds of heavy punches and screaming can be heard.

Harmony: FUCKING BITCH!!! CALL ME A SLUT!!!? SHE'S THE ONE THAT TRIED TO JUMP HIM!!!

Harmony comes back, her hair all frizzled.

Harmony: I feel much better now.

Light: Believe me, if you didn't do that I would have.

S.T.: Remind me not to piss you off.

Harmony: Oh you could never do that S.T.

Light: Harmony!!

Harmony: I know, I know. I'm working on it. So we post this thing and any time they do a song they'd have to pay us.

S.T.: Yep, although they established themselves with that name, they never patented it. Even orginizations like The Hell's Angels did the smart thing and copyrighted their name.

Light: I see. Well let's do it. I just wish I could see the looks on their faces.

A few Hours Later, in the Office of Vladimir Putin.

Divide: I'm telling you, as long as people post shit on the internet, you're always gonna have the drop on them.

Her phone rings.

Divide: CIEIRMusic has posted a new song on Newgrounds.

Dark: So what else is new.....wait a minute. That's our song. HOW THE FUCK DID HE GET THAT!!!

Divide: I told you to wear something without pockets, he's great at pick pocketing.

Dark: I'LL FUCKING KILL HIM!!!!!

Divide: Goddammit. Mr. President, I have to go put him on a leash, we may be out of Russia for a while.

Putin: Where do you think you're going? I can't do this without you, I can't make decisions on my own. I'm the fucking president.

Divide: I'm sorry, did you just demand we stay? What part of our contract states we work for you, that we take orders from you. We go where we want to go, cause chaos where we want to cause chaos, you are a fucking tool to us. We only help you because we want those diseases wiped off the Earth. You had no qualms blowing the roof off an apartment building, yet letting us leave is where you draw the line? Mr. President, let's make things clear. We are the embodiment of all that is wrong in the world. Our ancestors before us were interbred with the fucking Devil himself. Our goal is ltierally to take this planet, kill as much as we can and let the rest run amok in anarchy and chaos. The likes of which you never seen. Why? Because that's the way the world is supposed to work. We are supposed to consume, annihilate and destroy everything until there is nothing left. Rather than the wrong way, such as building better and brighter futures for future generations. And there is nothing or no one that can stop us. None of the nukes in your arsenal can scratch us let alone injure or kill you. Your goals are as small as your non-existent dick. If we wanted to, we could kill you and rape your corpse in front of St. Petersburg for your staff and civilians to see. So which will it be, you try to make us stay or you let us deal with this major problem compared to you and we can get back into business quicker.

Putin: You people are fucking insane.

Dark: Look who's talking. You invaded a country smaller than you and you insist they're the bad guys. We're pure evil, but we're not as insanely stupid as you. We at least know what we're doing. You're doing this out of isolution induced psychosis and some nostalgia for a blue balled war. So you sit down, shut up in both languages and let us do what we're good at.

Divide: Let's go Dark, I think we made him piss himself.

Putin: And here I thought hiring them would make things go faster.

Back at CIEIRMusic.

S.T.: Ok and it's published. Harmony, close the religious centre for the night, I get the feeling they're gonna be coming here right away.

The Island of The Severed Hand

Seems the number 7 has entered my life on this one. For starters the painting this album is based off is my 7th Canvas painting. There's a 7 on two parts of the top of my profile, there are 7 songs in this album, I get featured in the Tank Tribune once again, just as I'm making the 7th song and to top it off, St. Patrick's Day, is on the 17th. Just 3 days away from when this article was written.

Like usual this comes with a free digital copy of the painting. Maybe 7 is a lucky number after all.

As most of you know I managed to get on the Tank Tribune before:

https://thetanktribune.newgrounds.com/news/post/1202116

Last August I was featured here specifically:

The Phonograph section. Not only did I feel honoured then I still feel honoured now that at the time this song was good enough to be featured there:

I didn't think I'd be featured on there more than once. That is until this arrived at my notification:

https://thetanktribune.newgrounds.com/news/post/1256032

I initially thought I was on the Phonograph again, but I found myself on something better:

I couldn't believe my eyes at first, but here I am. For my recent album being available on Bandcamp no less.

First off I'd like to thank @TheTankTribune, for featuring me on here.

I'd also like to thank @The-Great-One for not only reviewing my previous work, but writing such an engaging post.

I'd like to give a big shout out those that made it on the Phonograph. You've earned it.

Finally I'd like to thank my fans, in all sincerity I wouldn't have gone this far without you.

In the spirit of this thing I decided to make a corkboard with these two articles.:

Hopefully I may go for the hat trick.

Last time I did a piece on this I practically pleaded for Putin to find some humanity left in him to stop this onslaught. It wasn't until recently I realized this man is not a human being.

Just an hour or so ago, I watched a news post on CP24. In which Kyiv, the very capital of Ukraine got attacked by airstrikes and tank assault. I specifically watched footage, of a tank firing shells at residential buildings. In a war strategy I would get why one would attack the capital, but only to take out weapons and vehicles. These people on Putin's orders sought to blow up buildings full of civilians along the way. His army. No his gang, locks down an entire block. Massacres and entire quadrant of men, women and children, just to take out the capital. Sound like overkill to you?

A few days ago I was alerted, that there were bots on this site trying to justify the attack on them. I knew about this already since they bombarded youtube trying to paint Putin as some kind of hero.

When I did my psychological warfare posts, I did so under the assumption that like many politicians, Putin would monitor the internet for any weaknesses of other countries as well as anyone outside of Russia talking shit about him. So naturally knowing that he's watching even as I type this, I started throwing personal insults at him through art. All of which can be seen here:

https://www.newgrounds.com/playlists/view/2a40e4ffd592fa640518902a4417ffc6

I mostly was trying to do all I can to make him lose face in front of his people. The guy has the kind of character where he doesn't take personal insults lightly from random nobodies like myself, whom he considers superior over.

I take it back, he's more than just a bully. He's a dickless, child killing monster and he deserves to fucking die.

What I am about to say, is dead serious and I really hope all of you are paying attention. My quarrel is not with the Russian Protestors or the ordinary citizens. My hatred is strictly at Putin, his Death Squad and all the heartless assholes I know are gonna come flying in justifying what he just did. If any one of you are among my fans, I suggest you unfollow me right fucking now I mean it. This is not a joke. This is serious. Life and Death.

If any one of you comes to my post justifying the slaughter of civilians, especially children, you are on my shit list for life. That extends to well after this war ends. This is not a fucking game. This is not some first world bullshit. This is a fucking war and it should be treated as such.

To those that stuck with me all this time, you are the bravest people I've ever known and I suggest you do what it takes to throw this bastard off his game. Know anyone in the military? Have them sign up for whatever offensives come up. Know anyone that can help get the civilians out quicker? And if there is anyone in Russia that can get close to Putin, don't just protest. Molotov his dickless ass. Because enough is enough. This thing ends with either him behind bars or 6 feet under IN A FUCKING BOX!!!

Thank you for taking the time to read this.

A follow up to these:

https://cieirmusic.newgrounds.com/news/post/1252702

https://cieirmusic.newgrounds.com/news/post/1254631

After 2 more days of drinking my batches, I come to the conclusion that my most powerful of all Iced Teas is my White Tea/Green Tea hybrid. So using the prep technique I mentioned in the first article, I bought a 1500 ML Glass Jar and for the teas, placed 3 White and 3 Green tea bags in room temperature water. After waiting for it to steep I put it in the fridge and drank the first cup yesterday morning. Needless to say I got two cups of tea into one. The tea itself is good and the effects are even better. Plus it saves me time to make more now that I got a jar big enough for exactly 6 cups.

I may one day look for the means to turn this tea into the Health Drink I desire.

I was at a food bank, basically piecing the rest of my personal life together and among most things got into a discussion with one of the other patrons there. We were talking about what's been going on regarding Ukraine V Russia and he told me that the whole spectacle of people joining in seems to treat war like Professional Wrestling. By that he meant, pre-fight taunts and things like that. Strangely enough seeing what's been going on and taking part of it myself with my pictures and music, I kind of agree. But that being said, what should have been funny, scared the Hell out of me. Because Stuart Gordon was right again.

Robot Jox

For those who don't know what I mean. I once did an article trying to come up with alternative ways to fighting war. Ways to settle territorial disputes combatively without loss of life. As a result I got inspired by this movie above me. Now when this movie was made it was in the mid 80s. The Cold War was coming to a close and the respective fighters on each side were obvious dead ringers of The Soviet Union and their Comrades vs The United States and their allies. With the Confederation vs The Market respectfully. However while it was made in the mid 80s, it was released in the 90s and bombed hard, because at the time, The Cold War was over and no one was interested in anything related to it anymore. However I believe this B-Movie is due for a comeback, because like other movies beforehand that I've mentioned, I believe this one predicted the future we live in now.

For starters it takes place in a future where things are so bad you can't go outside without wearing masks. Before I watched this movie again, I always wondered how Herbert West would deal with Covid. I had no idea at the time that Combs was in this movie as a spectator. So in a way I got my answer. Nothing but making bets on Robot Fights.

Second, it also takes place in a future where real meat is scarce while artificial meat takes it's place. Sound familiar? It should. What with Beyond Meat and Impossible Meat coming into the forefront.

The third and most important one. As said before The Confederation is a dead ringer for the Soviet Union and The Market is a Dead Ringer for America. As a result of this conflict, they are at each other's throats again along with the rest of us. So needless to say we're a giant robot short of an accurate depiction of a movie predicting the future.

Fourth, also important. The main plot of the movie involves The Confederation and The Market fighting over Alaska, which at the time had an abundance of resources from oil to fresh water. The result of the conflict with Russia has caused a huge ban preventing them from importing or exporting resources. Meaning that sooner or later if this thing goes on their stuff gets depleted. Not only that, but everyone is gonna look to fight them for theirs at one point. Bringing this foll circle.

And Fifth which brings me to this. Despite the fact that Robot Jox is supposed to be an alternative war, it's treated like an international sport. No different than what is going on today.

Most people focus on the A-Listers when it comes to future stuff, but sometimes the B-Movies are no slouch either.

First of all forgive the angry emoji, it's only directed at Putin and those that support him. As I may clarify once again. My beef is against him, the soldiers under his direct orders, the bots spreading propaganda and anyone dumb enough to fall for their bullshit.

With that said, while I took a break from talking about it as well as making art and music based solely on it, I didn't pay less attention to it.

First off I owe @TomFulp and @HerbieG a major apology got my part in the argument in the how to help Ukraine forum. While I didn't help matters contributing to it I thought I'd owe an explanation. While the guy that started said argument who shall remain nameless, was being a rude insensitive asshole, for suggesting that we should ignore it, I would like to point out that he did raise some good points. Most, not all, but some charities even the ones not during wartime can be considered a waste of time, because as that person mentioned some people running it pocket most of the money meant to be sent to who it was intended to gets pocketed by those that run it. It's stupid, but it's common sense. If charities really worked the way we wanted them to, the people in Third World Countries would be starving less, the major diseases that plagued us for centuries from Aids to Cancer would have been cured and a lot of homeless would have homes. Just to name a few. Now this is not a knock on all charities. I know from experience, that many charities are on the level. So if you think the same way about the ones used to help Ukraine, then go right ahead. However I'd like to add my own points on here too, since that part got removed as well.

For starters, my main gripe isn't that. During times of War, even the most corrupt of charities would step up and help people out, because they realize if this spills out, the people that are making it happen will eventually go after them simply for announcing their intentions to help. Meaning all the money they would have pocketed and all the provisions, they would have hoarded would go straight to whom they were meant to go to. My main gripe however is the one simple fact. Unlike most wars, which while devastating none the less, rarely take the fight into the cities and towns of the country occupied. Much of why some of the most well known Offensives like D-Day for example take place in open fields, beaches and other empty spaces is so that the battle is settled between soldier to soldier. Leaving the cities somewhat safe. Meaning if you had enough resources to fly the money, provisions and god forbid weapons for them to defend themselves with, the most common place to air drop them would be in a city or a town with instructions on how to get there and back in one piece.

However there is a major problem with this. Because Russia has occupied many cities and towns in the Ukraine, anything we Airdrop has a 90/10 chance of them intercepting it. Not only robbing Ukraine of their only means of aid at the time, but also giving the Russian Army and to an extent Putin, enough money and resources to keep the invasion going. Which Putin would make sure they'd try to retrieve since he's slowly losing money in Russia as it is. What with the sanctions and the major western based businesses like Shell, McDonald's and Starbucks, suspending operations in their Russian chains.

The other gripe I have is that recently I noticed a pattern, the attacks get worse every time Putin calls for a ceasefire. Just recently they took out places that would have allowed anyone not fighting a chance to leave peacefully and easily. What I am about to say is directed at the Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky. If he hears me, great. If he doesn't, then I tried at least. My message is this:

Stop falling for Putin's offer of ceasefires. They are not ceasefires they are diversions. Putin is using the talks because it forces the soliders on your side to lower your guard, while their side has their guns always at the ready. He doesn't want peace, he doesn't want to end this thing. What he wants is simple. For you to surrender your country. And the reason why he's hurting you worse is because he doesn't take "No." for an answer. My advice to you is simple. The next time he calls for a Ceasefire, don't listen to him. If you have no choice, don't waste an opportunity to do damage to him. Even if you don't make it, you'll at least die a hero to your people which in turn would inspire them to take up arms and fight to the last person. The last thing he wants right now, since he's already pissed off most of the sane world, is his perceived enemy to become a martyr. Because that would be the final nail in the coffin for him. He wants you alive so he can demoralize you in front of your people. He needs you more than you need yourself at this moment. Don't give him the satisfaction.

To the citizens of Russia, stop falling for Putin's bullshit. Yes it is true, that Ukraine has a checkered history. Yes, SOME people. Not all, but some people have contributed to it. However it does not define the nation as a whole, nor does it justify the slaughter of civilians. Putin is pulling what I like to call The Demon's Lie. It's a form of psychology who's name I coined from the movie The Exorcist. In it, Father Lankester Merrin advises Father Damien Karras on combating the Demon Pazuzu. In that the Demon is an expert liar, because it has the ability to mix lies with the truth in an attempt to confuse and corrupt his foes. Putin is no different, he does tell the truth, about Ukraine's history. However, his reasoning, that THAT specific thing is the reason why he's invading is where the bullshit can be spotted. He has his own sinister reasons to invade Ukraine. Ranging from restarting the Soviet Union, to Covid-19 Isolation induced madness. The latter of which I have once warned would happen through my expressionist audio drama here:

The point being is that you people have the power to take him out of office. You yourselves have seen that he is no longer mentally competent enough to run the country, let alone have your best interests at heart. The country became the way it was through Revolution. I believe with your help, you could restore it through the same way.

To Putin himself. As much as I hate you for what you've done, I urge you, in the name of what's left of your humanity, to stop this pointless onslaught. To go back home and get some professional help. What you are doing is not clever. It's not revolutionary. It is fucking insane. Everyone around the world is aware of it and if you continue going the way you're going, you'll burn for it. And I don't mean Hell. You're already in Hell. This is your last chance. I suggest you take it.

To everyone else, just stay tuned. Hopefully this will be over.

I was gonna save the next level post until I reached 30, because then I'd be halfway there, but 23 gave me some interesting thoughts.

Over the years I noticed that it's become the most obsessed number and combination of the numbers in the world. I first caught wind of it, ironically through the Jim Carrey thriller The Number 23:

A story about an animal control worker, who finds a murder mystery book of the same name. On top of the book making him obsessed with the number, he realizes that what the author wrote actually happened in real life. Just with names changed. Meaning he may have stumbled across an actual murder and is hellbent on finding out what and why.

Throughout the movie the number shows up everywhere in various ways and combos that have also been shown in real life. Some of which I will list here:

1. For starters 23 is considered an Angel Number. In this case it means the angels and Ascended Masters are assisting you with maintaining your faith and trust in the Universe as you work diligently to manifest your highest desires and aspirations.
2. In Numerology it means those who have that number are often gifted with: Expression of Personal Freedom, Curiosity, Diplomacy, Companionship, Creative self-expression and Adventure.
3. In science, humans have 23 Chromosomes in the DNA.
4. In math it's the 9th prime number.
5. In Christianity, you have Psalm 23, so well known even those not into the religion know it by heart.
6. On the dark side of things even the math with the numbers has some stories to tell. The most famous being 2 Divided by 3 = 0.666.
7. At age 23 it marked the first 2 years I managed to live in one spot.

I could go on, but point being, I believe in how powerful that number is and I am glad I managed to make it this far. And with 7 points away I will be halfway to Level 60.

I'd like to thank both my fans and foes, for sticking with me this long. And wish me luck, because I am now hell bent at at least getting halfway there.

Lonely Love Spider

Fuck me this took me so long to make. Even without the bullshit that's been going on recently. This is probably in my opinion one of my best works this year. I wanted to do sort of an aspect of friendly Goth with this piece since I already did other aspects from dark and beautiful to disturbing and horrifying.

In this case I took inspiration from the likes of Tim Burton and Neil Gaiman. Who are very good at creating misunderstood monsters and bizarre fairytale like worlds.

Much like other pieces, this comes with a free digital copy of my painting. Enjoy.