A Young Optimus Written Well | Transformers Skybound

[@leegofilms]

I love the fact he has Megaton’s cannon in this. And he’s kept it so long that he has it on all the covers. Its a physical representation of the comprises he’s made in fighting this war.

[@DeltaTrion]

I really also appreciate their attention to detail how when he transforms the canon is still seen!

[@debthe2nd444]

I'm probably late to this but does he get a new arm or does he keep the Megatron one?

[@dantewilson182]

​@@debthe2nd444 He still has it as of the latest issue 12

[@giuliocoppola6774]

He’s the walking definition of “to good for this world”

[@DeltaTrion]

We don’t deserve him, and yet, he is here

[@giuliocoppola6774]

@@DeltaTrion fax

[@orionpaxproductions2702]

There's a staaaaaar maaaaaaan

[@j0hn00]

too*

[@aondasuave2914]

The rolling definition of “to good for this world”...

[@Maswartz226]

"Be strong enough to be gentle"

[@croakinc3670]

This Optimus radiates that warmth with flying colors and I love it

[@TheSmashingLad]

I can imagine pre-86 movie Peter Cullen’s voice when reading some of these panels

[@taylorberry1735]

Exactly! The softer G1 Prime voice will always be my fave voice

[@Techmaster7032Official]

Right?!

[@BumblestoiseExE]

I’ve imagined a combo of Cullen’s and David Kaye’s voices

[@j0hn00]

"amazing, a booby trap that actually catches boobies!" I love G1 pre-movie Optimus' lightheartedness

[@taylorberry1735]

@@j0hn00 Exactly

[@gem9535]

I hope whoever came up with the idea of giving Megatron's cannon to Optimus never has to work again in their life. *chef's kiss*

[@dkkanofkash8798]

Naivety has nothing to do with strength of mind. Optimism has nothing to do with being naive. Optimus Prime is a strong leader who remained able-minded and able-bodied despite the toughest of challenges in his life, that's what makes him so strong. His pure freaking will that constantly drives him to protect himself, his loved ones, and any other allies who help them, including humans.

[@narlord8613]

Exactly.

[@j0hn00]

he's naive in the sense of "natural and unaffected; innocent" (from Google). he remains unbendingly optimistic no matter how tough times get. he believes in a better future even when everybody else has become jaded. he remains innocent in the sense that he refuses to let the difficulties of war ruin him

[@redline841]

Yeah, I get the sentiment the video man is trying to make. It's just that naive isn't the right term. This Optimus is similar to that of Kiryu in the early Yakuza games. He doesn't see himself far above everyone, but is willing to throw himself into harm's way to protect and fight along side his friends

[@narlord8613]

@@redline841 Right.

[@Jackson-hp7rt]

@@redline841Pure is likely the more appropriate term to describe G1 Optimus.

[@VankeithB.-lx1dy]

Some would disagree with all of those notions, to put simply, Optimus Prime was not just built for combat, he was born as a peacemaker when he was a young autobot named Orion Pax.

[@DeltaTrion]

Possibly. We haven't yet seen his origins in this continuity. But I am excited to see them at some point

[@CountOfMonteCristo_]

I actually love this concept. It would make way to much sense for his character.

[@Travelerfrom2024]

Already the best Optimus Prime. Period.

[@DeltaTrion]

Amen!

[@AntiDecepticonCampaign]

Because it’s basically G1 and G1 is the best flat out. Still outsells all other lines to this day 40 years later.

[@joshuaanthony16]

@@AntiDecepticonCampaignit’s a mix of bayverse, G1, and Prime Optimus

[@_aWiseMan]

​@@AntiDecepticonCampaignit's more of a mix. He's different from G1 in all the best ways. Hes essentially G1 Optimus but given a lot more subtlety and a bit more naive. He's still a good leader but he hasn't completely come to be that great leader yet. As he is in other versions.

[@tred6292]

Crosshair: “You just wanna die for the guy. That’s leadership. Or brainwashing or something.” Drift: “No. That’s Optimus Prime.”

[@echo1736]

I never liked Optimus in the Bayverse, he seemed too serious and unstable especially in combat, this comic gave us an Optimus we haven't seen in a long time, he knew what he did when he accedently stepped on that deer, it took a life that was fragle. I remember when Peter Cullen's made the voice for Optimus he told a story how when he was going to audition for the role his brother Larry gave him advice that helped build the role: "Peter if you're gonna be a hero, be a real hero. Don't be a Hollywood hero with a the BS and the yelling and screaming and trying to be tough. Be strong enough to be gentle." That is what Optimus Prime should be, he is strong but yet he feels like a gentle giant, that should be Optimus Prime.

[@kp1x]

Insert Chang from community here: HA! GAAAAAAYYYYY

[@Idk4x]

Give me your face

[@composedflame3086]

@@kp1xnah that mostly applies to idw arcee and that other girl

[@kp1x]

@@composedflame3086 you do not understand the point I am trying to make here

[@B1_224]

Its like in the video prime is a grizzled veteran. You can see where he stopped caring in the movies 2007. He still believed that there was a chance for his people to rebuild their home and stop the war to become one agian. He thought that only thing fueling megatron to keep fighting was the cube and that if he destroyed it megs would lose his blood thirst, that's why he was willing to kill himself and the cube. ROTF. He found out that the decepticons were still coming and still haven't stopped and when megs was revived and they tried to kill Sam you can see when optimus just gave up. He was ganged up on 3 to 1 megs and the others literally tossed him around and when he spitted out part of his mask. And turned around that's when he lost it from that point optimus lost it he new they would never stop. DOTM His teacher the one thats close to him the only prime besides him betrays hime and kills his mentor and his friends killed alot of people destroyed Chicago and made humanity lose trust in him and to top that off sentinel was literally about to kill him. when megs offered him a truce prime new it wasn't gonna last very long. AOE. Hunted down by the very people he swore to protect to help the people he saved. His friends killed and melted down into soulless products to be sold and he was told he wasn't needed.

[@ZArocket]

I’ve never thought to describe Optimus as “reluctant warrior” more than I did while reading these books

[@pacotaco1246]

Optimus, Starscream, Arcee, and Soundwave are written so well in this series. My brain immediately reads their dialog in their original voices its so good. The other characters are good too, especially carly, but most of them have not had much of the spotlight, are still in stasis, or are already dead. I hope this series gets an animated adaptation one day

[@tritex6350]

Optimus could lift up the heavens, like in that one Superman comic.

[@JamesMaddatu]

6:47 As what the primes said in Revenge of the Fallen. “You have fought with courage and sacrifice, the virtues of a leader… the matrix isn’t found… it is earned.” We may not know how Optimus got the matrix… i think… but the way he became a Prime was the same way he sacrificed the Matrix to save Sam… this could represent how Optimus in a way remembered how and why he was chosen to be a Prime and if that were the, it would hit so damn hard

[@Finjix]

The scene with the deer really sold me on this Optimus. He cares about all life and is this gentle warrior who is also willing to give his enemies a second chance, as seen when he talks with Soundwave about ending the conflict peacefully. If there's a chance for that he will always prefer that option. Fantastic video ❤

[@171QA]

Optimus from Skybound gives me Iron Giant vibes, especially with that scene of him with the dead deer.

[@Excelsior2043]

It's literally in his name, what defines Optimus is his optimism and his hope. Transformers One depicts this well.

[@MusicWisp]

I feel like the Jetfire “is this all I am to you” is a slight reference to g1. He joined the autobots and same episode gets burried back on the ice. He isn’t seen again until they need a shuttle, then they dig him out. It’s been multiple episodes (I think almost a full season) but they left him until they needed Skyfire/Jetfire

[@PixelaGames2000]

I LOVE SKYBOUND OPTIMUS PRIME!! He’s absolutely wonderful. Whatever the next Transformers show is after Earthspark, I hope it takes inspiration from skybound

[@max-fv4kd]

do you know where I can read it for free ?

[@thomaskuzma4360]

No one talks about how naivety can be a good thing. This was an amazing perspective. Subbed and liked

[@DeltaTrion]

Thanks! I think that Naivety is usually seen as a bad thing. But, I feel like DWJ really did a good job at writing it well here

[@TheBrotherOf-Lockdown-DaGoat]

This is one of the best Optimus videos I have ever watched.

[@DeltaTrion]

Thanks for the love!!! More videos coming weekly ❤️

[@TheBrotherOf-Lockdown-DaGoat]

@@DeltaTrion Your welcome! It’s hard to find get transformers KZbinrs like u!

[@pacotaco1246]

That face off between starscream and bumblebee was wild tho

[@chadking375]

I like that they’re revisiting an old Marvel idea, a Transformer merging with an organic and the lines blurring. The stuff with Sparky’s memories mixing with Prime’s is very reminiscent of Scorponok and Zarak becoming one near the end of Marvel’s run. Perfect symbiosis followed by apotheosis. I hope the Headmasters show up.

[@gutterR0t]

Fantastic analysis! I definitely agree that this version of OP seems to truly be the essence of the character in that of Peter Cullen’s strong enough to be gentle mindset. Excited for your next video!

[@DeltaTrion]

Thanks for all the love 💗

[@CountOfMonteCristo_]

The reason I and many others adore Optimus is because he truly is timeless, regardless of which writer is given the privilege of creating a new take on the character, he remains humble, compassionate, and merciful at heart, and that’s what makes him one of the greatest characters in fiction, a character so beloved and so inspiring that he becomes real to the reader or viewer, that’s how I see Optimus at least, a character I aspire to be like, someone who can remain strong through the toughest of trials, but never EVER forgets humility, and shows empathy to not just his Allie’s, but also his enemies.

[@deadmandave2914]

star man by david bowie is his unofficial theme for this version of optimus

[@TheSsjJoker]

I love it when these characters, Optimus and Superman are written likes this ❤

[@Scarlettspider-h4v]

I love this video thanks for making it bro. Although I wouldn't say he's naive, just because someone is unsure of what they're supposed to do doesn't mean that very naive Optimus prime is a lot like superman, they came to this planet un prepared confused, they both have unbelievable power and after always restrain themselves. There are not always sure of themselves, but they're always try to do the right thing. And some of my favorite characters in fiction

[@rancidavocado2166]

How quick this version has cemented himself speaks for itself.

[@ThirdEchoMedia]

I like this interpretation of Optimus. I’ve always seen him as a bit of a gentle giant, who’s also capable of being a hardened soldier when the moment calls for it. My mind recalls Larry Cullen’s “be strong enough to be gentle,” advice to Peter.

[@MansMan42069]

Missed opportunity to say "Oh deer."

[@Cdr2002]

4:55 totally agree that we should see more of this sort of thing, it’s why Beachcomber is a great character

[@Nemion]

Optimus is defined by two phrases: “Freedom is the right of all sentient beings” and “Strong enough to be gentle”

[@alyssabullock6421]

Skybound comics look SO dang good, I love that they focus on the gen 1 variants of the Transformers too. That whole scene with the deer is actually making me emotional. Optimus cares so much and feels so bad for what he did, and then acknowledges just how fragile the world really is compared his own.... that's so moving 🥺

[@lampshade8051]

This here is why we love Optimus and transformers overall, not just super awesome action packed movies shows and comics but also the character growth we get to witness along the way, I definitely agree with your take on Bayverse, seeing everything that happened in the movies alone and knowing of the past Optimus had every right to snap.

[@LiteraltrashcanTT]

This was a fantastic breakdown on Skybounds Optimus, I'm definitely subscribing for more.

[@DeltaTrion]

Thank you my friend! More coming soon

[@BobTheDoctor27]

Sensational work! You've captured the heart of this new comic series and demonstrated how insightful this new take on Optimus is. He's not young like Animated prime, not rash like Netflix, but his own unique brand of trusting and naive, as you say. He really is a god on this new planet, something that interpretations of Optimus so often lose or fail to capture. I'd love to hear you talk more about the relationship between Transformers and humans in future videos, since this is such a core element of the Transformers world. Some media focuses exclusively on the bots, whereas others delve into the lives they lead once touched by humanity. As the comics continue to explore this side of Prime and as we see more character moments unfold with the other bots (Starscream, Arcee, Cliffjumper etc), I'd love to hear what you have to say! Fantastic work my friend! I'm thoroughly looking forward to more videos!

[@DeltaTrion]

Next video is scheduled for next Wednesday! Thanks for the love

[@teejaykaye]

Just picked up the first six issues at a local comic store and I’m already obsessed. It brings back fond memories of the IDW comics.

[@tfgirl444]

It makes me so happy to find a video like this. I had really liked the new comics but I hadn't been able to find all the soul that the characters have. This video changed my perspective and now I have a new appreciation for these comics

[@VAULT-TEC_INC.]

Helluva debut video.

[@JoE_the_InFernO]

Optimus really said "What the hell is this?" In the thumbnail.

[@JoE_the_InFernO]

For those who don't know, That's a Devil May Cry 4 reference.

[@catnipflowers5803]

When faced with the ability to save, Optimus is willing to destroy himself, in order to end it. End the bloodshed. end the destruction. end the war. He wants it all to end, and so, goes to extremes to do it, without realizing it. He's mentally damaged, and the story portrays this. In battlefront, he's a Demi-God of War... In the home front, he's a broken soul. . . And all he wants, is to heal what he can.

[@Kiwibobps]

I read the comic series and it truly puts Optimus in a new light and I love it, showing him in his younger years and how he was before all the other stuff is truly another side to him I love to see in the comics especially with how they show him akin to father figure to the boy spike

[@thesimpletonautum5567]

Great video man. Well written, edited, audio mixing with the nature sounds in certain scenes. You've taken a subject that's been known for months and made it feel new and compelling. I'm genuinely shocked that you haven't gotten the subs and views you deserve man, but I feel you'll grow like a mighty oak. Outstanding first video to say the least

[@DeltaTrion]

Thank you for the kind words! Ever since this series came out I wanted to talk about it but never did. Finally I decided to just type out my thoughts on the subject and make a video. Super happy people are enjoying.

[@actionman9451]

It’s sad that everyone looks up to Optimus for the answers and what to do next where they forget that Optimus is just as scared as they are and confused just like them, his choices have consequences for all involved and it haunts him all the time, he blames himself for every death. War for Cybertron got this pretty well just like this comic series. It’s no wonder he fell in love with Earth because of it’s beauty, he doesn’t want it’s beauty to be tarnished by the war.

[@Gaming_Helm]

Thank you, finally at long last someone else gets it. The live action Optimus prime is like that because he did not sleep for 4 million years. He’s been fighting for 4 million years that will make anyone jaded. Subbed 👍

[@DeltaTrion]

Thank you for the support ❤️

[@heftyordinanceindividual4015]

I really like Skybound's run so far. Some things i would've done differently but that's simply a matter of personal preference. One thing i will say is that a lot of classic characters die very early on. Which i think, while effective to show the brutality of this war, can lead to wasting a lot of character potential if it's done too often. But we'll see how it pans out. We're still very early in the story and it can go in a lot of different ways.

[@pacotaco1246]

They're all low on energon and cybertronian tech. There's room in the story for the authors to literally rebuild the dead characters way later into the story that doesn't feel cheap or hokey.

[@johngonzalez2495]

I miss this warm side of Optimus. Its an imtegral part of his character thats been missing for awhile now

[@maximglanzer]

I love it when we get a different version of characters like armada stars cream

[@garrettviewegh9028]

This analysis makes me realize, Superman and Optimus would probably be good friends. But, there’d also probably be long, serious moments on the hardships they’ve endured. Especially with their origins. Both lost their homes, and despite all the pain, they both hold the world on their backs.

[@w.d.gaster1142]

Movie prime is just built different

[@MegamanX-i5d]

Bro, he aint built different, he’s just built WRONG.

[@w.d.gaster1142]

Built insane

[@jillevers1432]

Peter Cullins once said "Be strong enough to be gentle."

[@squashmallow2006]

I was so immersed with this portrayal, the character, his nuances, for a second I almost they were going full-on Larry with him. That's insane.

[@derekosoriomartinez5974]

I’ll be honest, when IDW lost the rights to Transformers and Skybound aquired them, I tried to avoid it because of the art style, but when I picked it up, there was no other words to describe this masterpiece, and I have been invested in the entirely of the Energon Universe.

[@venvenunknown9503]

Optimus prime or orian pax Is a noble hero and the last of the prime. Till one are one!

[@Tomhortone]

Seriously this comics gonna be the best transformers continuity ever the characters have their time to shine (most of them rip bumblebee) the drawing are amazing the story is fantastic and interesting and it’s without a doubt the best representation of Optimus prime ever. People are saying we can’t make passionate stories anymore but this prove when you put your heart and soul on something everything can be beautifully made. That make me happy in my life

[@BrushedRanger]

This is awesome for a first video dude I've also been loving the Skybound comics I loved idw and was sad when it ended

[@erikmartinez1384]

To avoid spoilers, the development of the relationship between OP and Spike after issue 6 is so enthralling. To see OP struggling with the concepts when it was already shown how foreign human ideas and roles can be to Cybertronians makes great reading, drama, and character development.

[@maxzero3647]

Idealism brings hope to a brutal and morally gray War. While other characters become consumed by ambition or revenge, naive belief in peace and cooperation inspires others, even if briefly, to question their motivations. His presence serves as a reminder of a moral compass that many seem to lose.

[@Rhron]

They brought back Optimus Prime from the Marvel comics to Skybound \😃/ The noble Optimus Prime is finally back. The way I see this is the only difference between them both is Skybound OP is less experienced than the Marvel version as Optimus statements seems to be only a thousand or so years old. And this is the version readers can truly claim once again even Thor's Mjolnir is not even worthy to be wielded by Optimus Prime.

[@lukebarnett8383]

Finally stopped and watched this whole video. Says so many things beautifully that I’ve had rolling around in my head.

[@CharlesMakhosiniMvula]

Robot Jesus 😭🙌🏾

[@oj9690]

I think what makes him so great here is that he isn't robot Jesus. He screws up sometimes, he makes mistakes and yet it seems like the world is trying to force him to be robot Jesus. The world forces all this pressure on him and he's just doing his best.

[@pacotaco1246]

​@oj9690 that humility is clearly how the mahidi would behave! As it is written!

[@kylewhitfield449]

This is my first live comic. Let alone transformers comic and I'm absolutely loving it. I look forward to the new issue every month.

[@mikasaackerman1147]

Ain't no way you made me cry over a big ass microwave 😭

[@M64bros]

Such a well-written character they gave to prime and I also love this video explaining about him and his character! You did a really good job!

[@DeltaTrion]

Thanks so much! Lots more coming to the channel soon

[@M64bros]

@@DeltaTrion Sounds like fun!!!

[@jakobphillips3204]

You captured why I love Skybound Optimus, and indeed his whole character in general, so perfectly. I’m making a rewrite of Dark of the Moon, where he’s largely still the same "war veteran" who is fierce in battle, but is still gentle when he can be, and often is. He knows Sam is still going through life at his own pace, and the Autobots are almost like children to him, at least the ”younger" ones are. The ending will be changed so Megatron words his truce slightly differently and it’s almost reached, but something happens ( what that something is I won’t reveal ) so it isn’t, and he isn’t killed by Optimus, just as a spoiler. Sentinel won’t be killed either, because I didn’t like how execution-ish his death felt. "Be strong enough to be gentle" is what I’m going to try and make my rendition of Bayverse Optimus out to be.

[@Hector_Goobara]

I'm getting into transformers alot now since the new transformers movie. But watching this video got me hooked into looking into the transformer comics

[@brentdickinson8726]

Long live the one and only Prime!!!!!!!!!!! Optimus Prime 🦾❤️🔥💥👑

[@joshuaanthony16]

This video deserves more views, amazing video man.

[@Dotification]

Enjoyed your take!

[@jeggsonvohees2201]

I'm very curious how Optimus was able to step on a deer. Those things are skittish as hell and fast to boot.

[@captainwohop]

I thought MTMTE was the best written Transformers comic ever. DWJ's version might be some of the best comics ever made.

[@jaredohlstein7355]

A couple of weeks ago, I watched this video and was inspired to find the first volume (which I did) and I just want to thank you for leading me to read it myself because I was never a big reader of the IDW comics, mostly due to the sheer number and discovering their epic stories a bit late to the point that I was unable to collect them. But now I'm happy that I got on board for this run because it's been so incredible so far, so thank you Delta Trion once again for leading me to discover this great series that I'm eager to see where it'll lead. Sincerely a new Subscriber.

[@DeltaTrion]

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a heartfelt comment! I, glad that I was able to get you into the Skybound run! IDW has some great stuff in it, but yes, there’s so much of it it is daunting. Thanks for the comment and the sub 🩷🩷🩷

[@casadevaughn7323]

Animated = Hopeful, like Orion Pax Siege = Newly appointed Prime who isn’t sure what to do Prime = Wise and is sure of himself after years of war Bayverse = Has gone through too much and is starting to show how much he holds back

[@MaxtronusPrime_]

Skybound optimus is the best optimus prime

[@riceniceman548]

I don't want any more Transformers movies until I see this movie.

[@itsahostiletakeover]

Great, well-spoken and thought out video, I couldn't agree more with your take here on Optimus. It still really blows me away how many people are STILL panning this comic as "the same old set up as G1." True, there have been the basic story setup commonalities so far (the war came to Earth aboard the Ark where both sides have lain dormant and the 3 humans they have interacted with the most have been 3 of the G1 humans) but this really has been a wonderful new telling of the classic story in MANY new ways. Here, have a sub, looking forward to hearing your continued analysis amd thoughts as this series continues and on other TF media 🍻

[@DeltaTrion]

@@itsahostiletakeover thank you for all the kind words my friend!

[@narainsingh2525]

This is the reason why Optimus is my favorite "super hero"

[@Atzuma99]

I never really liked it when people mischaracterized bayverse optimus. He's not psychotic. He's someone who's had to endure eons of war while watching as his fellow remaining autobots were being slaughtered left and right on earth. He isn't psychotic, he's someone who's fed up with everything he's had to go through. So of course he's going to take matters more serious than others and do what it takes to end the fight.

[@gwynbishop4182]

I'm glad somebody is talking about this comic. It's so fucking cool.

[@ProjectProwl]

Great video and use of background music !

[@hoboguitar148]

If we take a "name is your destiny" stance, his name, orion pax, literally translating to "great hunter peace", or, "great hunter of peace", we know he was always destined to be the one to bring peace to cybertron

[@opopt2]

Damn man, you got me in the feels. well done.

[@DeltaTrion]

Thanks for the love! More videos in the pipeline ❤️

[@seanmccarthy8755]

Great breakdown of what makes this iteration so special.

[@Quillimus]

This video gained my sub, love it!

[@DeltaTrion]

Thank you for the love and sub! Really keeps my engines going to make more

[@WoahItsCaleb]

Another thing to keep in mind is that unlike most Transformers cartoons where the war has been going on for millions of years, the war in the Energon Universe has only been active for 200 years.This version of Prime is HIGHLY inexperienced compared to other iterations, but that's not a bad thing.

[@Boomerjojo79]

It's kind of like if you combined G1 Optimus a little bit of movie Optimus and Superman that's the feeling I get from this version of Optimus

[@tapinewoods3937]

We need to see this version of Optimus Prime in a new 2d Transformers cartoon .

[@JackORevan]

Of all the comments on this video I’m amazed no one is talking about how good his narration of it is so great job

[@projectx7453]

1:05 Thought that was Ratchet speaking for a bit Great video by the way!

[@Fyre19]

a young Optimus who does fucking wrestling moves is the best thing

[@nemo_is_real]

loved this video essay (if that's what you'd call it)! quick & to the point. i nearly teared up towards the end.

[@Taprammar]

Man bro you're videos are awesome and underated :D

[@comicritical1696]

Need more TF content like this loving this skybound run so far

[@inesatt1313]

People don't understand TFP Optimus until they read the lore books,he shut himself down so that he can protect others And nobody knows about Primes they assume. He is the same character from Prime as in Rescue Bots and RB Academy he is shown that he is quite the jokester,social butterfly and is someone who was willing to play Cube with Hotshot,as he promised he would another time,not to mention he retained his seriousness while acting as a mentor figure to the boys and the Burns Family. Alpha Trion, Amalgamous,Liege Maximo, Micronus,Solus, Nexus,Quintus and Thirteen are Primes who can have fun and party as they show they have a sense of humour,even Sentinel enjoyed comedy as he went to the Althihex Casino to watch Armorhide telling jokes

[@ignitedmotion5807]

Don’t forget about his dynamite with sparkplug. That was beyond tearful

[@animechic420]

One could say he’s….. optimistic.

[@TheGeoFreed]

He is just too innocent for us

[@chengkuoklee5734]

Late to the party. Something tells me, Optimus wears his mask (mouth guard), to suppress his reluctance of battle. He hates fighting & violence but he has to face it, and step up to face it.

[@JDMHeisenburger2]

this channel is definitely underrated, with the quality and everything.

[@DeltaTrion]

I appreciate the love! Trying to build a good community here with my thoughts 💜