Peacock feathers can be lasers

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bell-cot · 2h ago

Could someone update the Evil Overlord List? Peacocks are for-sure cheaper to keep than sharks, and we all know about prioritizing useful expenditures over intimidating decor.

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Peacock feathers can be lasers

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