Punkmortis is a sub-genre that was designed to fit within a steampunk background. The name comes from ones who have lost limbs, parts of limbs, or other visible body parts due to accidents or disease. The bones of the affected area are surgically cleaned, drilled, wired for aether energy, & coated with compounds to prevent decay. After surgery, the limb can be used to do some of its original basic movements with time & practice. Arms & hands have more wires that are attached like ligaments & muscles & take more time to learn skills like how to hold a tankard of Mead. This kind of movement takes longer to master.
Some cons are associated with this type of body augmentation. I.e. a simple aether-wired leg can be used to walk or jog, but the motion is not smooth. Depending on how much time you have had the limb could mean the difference in a light or heavy pronounced limp versus a shambling or dragging movement.
Consider falling while working and plunging your arm into a vat of acid that eats off the skin and muscle leaving the bone. To continue working at your job, would require both arms, so you undergo surgery to wire it up & save what's left of your arm and your job. Some replacements can be more unique such as a lower jaw.
Sometimes an individual will search out & join a group of people (usually privateers) who have similar issues.
The Short story 'Pirates of the Open Skies', coins the term & makes use of the Punkmortis as a main antagonist throughout the story.
Some cons are associated with this type of body augmentation. I.e. a simple aether-wired leg can be used to walk or jog, but the motion is not smooth. Depending on how much time you have had the limb could mean the difference in a light or heavy pronounced limp versus a shambling or dragging movement.
Consider falling while working and plunging your arm into a vat of acid that eats off the skin and muscle leaving the bone. To continue working at your job, would require both arms, so you undergo surgery to wire it up & save what's left of your arm and your job. Some replacements can be more unique such as a lower jaw.
Sometimes an individual will search out & join a group of people (usually privateers) who have similar issues.
The Short story 'Pirates of the Open Skies', coins the term & makes use of the Punkmortis as a main antagonist throughout the story.
In the night's heavy cloud cover, several small skipper ships suddenly became visible. With alarming speed and precision, they connected quickly to the side of their ship with grappling hooks, throwing them around the railings and anything else stable. Boarding planks dropped down with heavy spikes that embedded into the Black Dragons' wooden deck securely. Before the invaders had time to cross the space between the two ships, Chau'ki shouted from his position above. "'Dey Punkmortis!"
"Malum!," Talon cursed and gritted his teeth. We don't have time for this! He leaped up and quickly crossed the short distance to the helmsman. Well, if they were going to try to take his ship he was going to make sure the cost would be high...exceptionally high.
"Andrix, " he said quickly as he slid up next to the large man, " On my signal, bare the bottom."
Andrix grinned.
"Oh ho! We are going to a fun night tonight!", the helmsman laughed.
"Malum!," Talon cursed and gritted his teeth. We don't have time for this! He leaped up and quickly crossed the short distance to the helmsman. Well, if they were going to try to take his ship he was going to make sure the cost would be high...exceptionally high.
"Andrix, " he said quickly as he slid up next to the large man, " On my signal, bare the bottom."
Andrix grinned.
"Oh ho! We are going to a fun night tonight!", the helmsman laughed.
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A fashion and aesthetic style that blends the raw rebellion of punk with the dark romanticism of goth. Punkthic combines the aggressive, DIY attitude of punk culture with the eerie, mystical, and dramatic elements of gothic style. The result is a look that feels both chaotic and hauntingly elegant.
Punkthic fashion often includes ripped fishnets, leather jackets, combat boots, heavy chains, spiked accessories, and band patches mixed with gothic staples such as corsets, long dark skirts, lace, velvet, occult symbols, and dramatic black makeup. Hair is typically bold and expressive—anything from dyed black with blunt bangs to bright punk colors, shaved sides, or messy layered cuts.
Makeup in Punkthic style usually leans dark and intense: smudged eyeliner, heavy mascara, pale or matte skin, dark lipstick, and sometimes experimental or messy punk-inspired looks.
Beyond clothing, Punkthic is also an attitude. It represents individuality, rebellion against mainstream fashion, and a love for darker aesthetics. People who identify with Punkthic often enjoy underground music scenes, horror imagery, occult themes, gothic literature, and punk’s anti-establishment mindset.
A fashion and aesthetic style that blends the raw rebellion of punk with the dark romanticism of goth. Punkthic combines the aggressive, DIY attitude of punk culture with the eerie, mystical, and dramatic elements of gothic style. The result is a look that feels both chaotic and hauntingly elegant.
Punkthic fashion often includes ripped fishnets, leather jackets, combat boots, heavy chains, spiked accessories, and band patches mixed with gothic staples such as corsets, long dark skirts, lace, velvet, occult symbols, and dramatic black makeup. Hair is typically bold and expressive—anything from dyed black with blunt bangs to bright punk colors, shaved sides, or messy layered cuts.
Makeup in Punkthic style usually leans dark and intense: smudged eyeliner, heavy mascara, pale or matte skin, dark lipstick, and sometimes experimental or messy punk-inspired looks.
Beyond clothing, Punkthic is also an attitude. It represents individuality, rebellion against mainstream fashion, and a love for darker aesthetics. People who identify with Punkthic often enjoy underground music scenes, horror imagery, occult themes, gothic literature, and punk’s anti-establishment mindset.
“Her outfit was pure Punkthic—lace corset, ripped fishnets, spiked choker, and a battered leather jacket covered in patches.”
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A term that transcends its playful sound to symbolize a profound message of empowerment, resilience, and positivity. PunkerDoodle is not just a brand; it's a lifestyle ethos that champions courage, confidence, and kindness across all ages.
Representing the qualities of boldness, bravery, honesty, and integrity, PunkerDoodle™ serves as a beacon of empowerment, inspiring both children and adults to embrace their inner strength and overcome challenges with an "I Can Attitude".
More than just letters on a label, PunkerDoodle is an invitation to believe in yourself, to acknowledge your potential to make a meaningful impact, and to approach life with the conviction that you can achieve your goals and contribute positively to the world.
A term that transcends its playful sound to symbolize a profound message of empowerment, resilience, and positivity. PunkerDoodle is not just a brand; it's a lifestyle ethos that champions courage, confidence, and kindness across all ages.
Representing the qualities of boldness, bravery, honesty, and integrity, PunkerDoodle™ serves as a beacon of empowerment, inspiring both children and adults to embrace their inner strength and overcome challenges with an "I Can Attitude".
More than just letters on a label, PunkerDoodle is an invitation to believe in yourself, to acknowledge your potential to make a meaningful impact, and to approach life with the conviction that you can achieve your goals and contribute positively to the world.
"Ever since I started incorporating the PunkerDoodle philosophy into my daily routine, I've felt more confident and capable of handling whatever comes my way."
"Our classroom adopts a PunkerDoodle approach, encouraging students to embody courage and kindness in every action they take."
"Our classroom adopts a PunkerDoodle approach, encouraging students to embody courage and kindness in every action they take."
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A 5’1” dirty blond middle aged woman who knows everything, and is nosey as a mofo! Typically they will have two a’s in their name. Former Waffle House waitress type who claimed they know math. Known for having more wrecks on their driving record than deaths caused by cancer, but somehow tells you how to drive!
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My birthday party had a balloon punkington.
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