lore
the capital and chief city of the Philippines. this city is the centre of the country's economic, political, social, and cultural activity and is also the place where bianca grew up
manila
city birds that live on discarded food and nest on ledges and buildings. they’ve long lived alongside humans and are Bianca’s favorite animal.
pigeons
fantastical creatures with unique powers, sharing a universe with human trainers in video games, anime, and trading cards.
pokemon
this sport is a fast method of locomotion, or moving on foot, where all feet are off the ground, distinguishing it from walking.
running
American singer-songwriter and the co-founder and lead vocalist of the rock band Paramore
hayley williams
the day of the autumnal equinox, marking fall’s start with equal hours of day and night—and Bianca’s birthday.
september 22nd
japanese animation, characterized by specific visual styles like large eyes and dynamic graphics, and a wide range of genres from action to fantasy
anime
a principal character created by Nintendo, she is known as the elf-like princess of the kingdom of Hyrule
zelda
the act of shopping for second-hand goods, such as clothing, furniture, and books, at discounted prices
thrifting
genre of rock music with confessional lyrics and a style of skinny jeans, black eyeliner, and straight jet-black hair.
emo
this zodiac sign is known for their practical and logical nature, often symbolized by the virgin or maiden.
virgo
a diverse movement and subculture characterized by an anti-establishment stance, individual freedom, and DIY ethos.
punk
a 2023 role-playing video game by Larian Studios. it is the third installment in the game's series.
Baldur's Gate 3
the observation of birds in their natural habitat as a hobby
birding
French electronic music duo formed in 1993, known for their distinctive helmets and electronic dance music that blended disco, funk, and house sounds.
daft punk
bianca's middle name, a very popular traditional name in the Philippines, reflecting the country's predominantly catholic heritage.
marie
fiction written by fans using characters, settings, or plot elements from pre-existing works, such as books, movies, or TV shows, to create new, original stories.
fanfiction
a role-playing video game set in a retrofuturistic, post-apocalyptic world, typically in an alternate 1950s-inspired America after a devastating nuclear war.
fallout
a form of protest where a group or individual collectively refuses to buy from, use, or patronize a particular business.
boycotting
the opening theme and main theme of the Kingdom Hearts series, composed by Yoko Shimomura, and plays over the opening menu.
dearly beloved
this car is a retro-styled compact car from an originally British brand and is known for its go-kart-like handling and iconic design. it is also bianca's first car.
mini cooper
This coffee, Bianca’s favorite, is slow-brewed with a metal Phin filter and served with sweetened condensed milk.
vietnamese coffee
a fictional, large, flightless bird from the Final Fantasy video game series, often used as a means of transport, similar to a horse
chocobo
a sexual practice of prolonged edging to achieve a trance-like state, or to acting foolishly or aggressively, like a "goon"
gooning
the third studio album by My Chemical Romance. It is centered on the story of a dying man with cancer known as "The Patient", as he nears the end of his life.
the black parade