The StoryTinker

Note: 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...

We 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...

At 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 ab...

Tora 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...

Lauren 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....

Remember 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 tim...

Charles 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 meditatio...

While 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 T...

I'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 sh...

The 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...

I 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 Bat...

Poppy 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...

Last 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 𝗮𝗻...

𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 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 c...

Another 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 her...

Turns 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. Pop...

We 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 a...

This 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 ha...

Charles 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 every...

Poppy 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 c...

With 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 an...

Poppy 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 ba...

With 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. &nbs...

We 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 Da...

After 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 se...