Things We Saw Today: The Golden Compass Alethiometer Tattoo

His Dark Materials fans, come forth! (by Carrie Olson of the 920 Tattoo Company, via io9)

• Veep [and The Thick Of It!] Creator Armando Iannucci Calls for BBC Subscription Model to make it easier for international viewers (US and otherwise) to pay for (legal) access to BBC shows. (The Hollywood Reporter)
• The Fault in Our Stars is Top-Selling Love Story in Fandango’s History. Any of our readers already have their tickets for opening weekend? (The Hollywood Reporter)

Art show McKellen Me Softly (what is McKellen Me Softly? Scroll down) opened in New York City last week, and Geeks OUT! has photos. Above is one of our favorites. (by Ian Carlos Photography)

• Author John Scalzi, who’s made public his position that he won’t be a panelist at any con where the harassment policy doesn’t meet these three standards, addresses the latest San Diego Comic-Con harassment policy kerfluffle. (In case you need a reminder)
• What Really Happened At the End of Game of Thrones, “The Mountain and the Viper,” featuring puppies. (Pajiba)
• Game of Thrones star Maisie Williams shares her four tips for making “epic” Vines.

These adorable Soot Sprite rings are by Etsy seller DBCosplay, who makes No Face and Totoro rings as well. (Fashionably Geek)

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