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Oh, I feel in my heart that BTS will be back. OT7.. It's a question of when. And they've always had solo side gigs, even back in th era of mixtapes. I think I've read too many tweets by JK biases wanting him to go solo. I know he would not abandon BTS and his hyungs. It's interesting that there was nothig official about him goin to LA and may me posts from sasaengs and we should not pay attention. I wonder how the civil service discharge works. I guess we'll see. 3 days from now, here. And there couldn't be a more perfect fit for Namjoon than as an art ambassador. I bet he's thrilled. An article in the Korea Herald about the return: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10510445

It seemed to me that JK was very nervous about performing - and that's kind of why I thought Hobi showcased him. I think the group, as a group, are completely capable of producing something original in a couple of months. As I said, Yoongi has been able to write his entire military time and even Hobi, as busy as he has been with his tour and promotional, could easily have done some writing and talking with Jin and Yoongi after he returned from LA. JK going to LA,, however, is a huge concern for me as to his commitment to BTS as opposed to wanting to be a solo super star. Still believing that there will be a BTS something in the next couple of months. Even if JK works on a solo song doesn't mean that it wouldn't be something for a BTS tour. If they go back to their roots when they design a tour, I suspect that each member will, as they have before, be featured doing something solo. Only the Permission to Dance tour had them all performing every song. It would just make sense to return to the formula they used before, It allowed for showcasing as well as time for the others to get a little rest before the next group number. I very selfishly hope that JK does not abandon the promise he made to come back as BTS. They all want to perform; they all want to be on stage. I am going to hope he goes back to Korea for Yoongi's return. Who hasn't longed for a OT7 chaotic Live? I get that they all need time to decompress - though that's not what Jin or Hobi did. I really felt so high believing that BTS was back. Now I am concerned. How are they going to talk about their future direction and goals if they aren't all in the same place?

Sure looks like it. Who chose that belt buckle for him? I mean, it is accurate, but still... Okay - I have a probably totally unrealistic prediction: The last date for a release to be eligible to next years Grammys is Aug 30. We know the Grammys is BS but it mean something to the members, so I'm putting Auig 30 as the release date of their next single. Not a full album - that'll take many more months, but a single. Yoongi has had access to his studio his entire enlistment; Hobi's been out 8 or 9 months - and both he and Jin have spent time in LA with producers. Namjoon says he hasn't written anything while he's been enlisted and I tend to believe him on that. He's been depressed. And busy. But he is prolific and has plenty to write about. Just a prediction -

No way he could have done a LIve last night. How he was even standing is all about adrenaline. 6 days. 6 days until Yoongi is back with us.

I don;t know how he went so full out without more breaks. The stamina was amazing. So wanted him to say that the new beginning is BTS, but think that announcemnet is an after Yoongi is back thing. JK has been this shirtless - for 30 seconds in Black Swan. I don't hink this will be a regular thing in the future, mores the oity,

Like this one much better than the one he's been starting with the rest of the tour. Maybe he changed it out because of the heat. Probably why he's keeping his shirt open too, right?🔥. Hour and 45 minutes in and no BTS members but I remain hopeful. I've been shown how to hook the computer up to the big tv so wow-

I'm just going to add that nothing can top seeing all seven members last night, All seven. Yoongi. Mr Wooga squad. Mr depressed. Mr :i think i'll have a drink and post stuff i'll delete kater". I'm still not over seeing them

On Jeju and wishing I was still in Seoul. Following article makes me feel only a tiny bit guilty but also very smart to not wait at the back of the queue and taking it upon myself to just make a new friend while asking questions about "what line is this?" and just moving ahead there. I think if people hadn't shown up very early or were in the early ARMY zone winners, then they must have had a less than great experience. SO anxious to see who shows for tonights show - kind of hoping Tae sings and that there is some more BTS songs. https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10508959

They are back; coming back. I don't think it took long for the energy of ARMY and them all being together to convince them (even Tae - was he actually wondering if this is what he wants?) that their fears were unfounded and they have that future Yoongi talked about years ago being the really old guys still out performing, And, in spite if his depression, being with his hyungs mst be beneficiai for Joonie's mental heath

Well, I didn't get to go to the concert but watched from the hotel room after Festa - which was insane. Queues like not I've ever seen, ever. But I got my special gift - photocards and a bandana. And I FINALLY met @Whoopiewoop and @amylance1215. What a f-ing treat, though brief. Locating anyone in that zoo was a miracle, Just overwhelmed happy that all 7 were there and that three performed together. It was like Hobi knew JK needed it. And showcased him. And the Jamais Vu. The first time in three years that more than two have sung together. And this was public. It gave us a taste. They are back. They want to be back, Just beyond tears. MOre reports when I'm on Jeju. Long day. Hope the concert goers didn't get too cold in the bit of rain and temperature drops. Still just want to watch and rewatch the four together and the three performing, And I will, Hope returns for real.

So proud to be ARMY. The members seem a little surprised that we did wait for them. I wonder if they worried we would disappear. And now they will worry if their new music will be accepted and loved. What sort of reception wlll Yoongi get? Will all the members do a Live? (And I can't tell if Jimin had his tooth straightened,,,,) I did my pilgrimage to HYBE and it is still a zoo all around it. You could trip over people, there are so many. And the buses still. HOT outside today, too. And, finally, someone recognized my Nevermind cap! Of course, the Life Goes On t-shirt made me obvious. Oddly, this was on the elevator at my hotel. Met another ARMY fromn Chicago area and she's been ARMY longer than we have been and even had tickets for Map of the Soul. Seen every Chicago concert, including Lollapalooza. She has her whole non-ARMY family with her so suspect she has money to go to the concerts but was impressed that I have a friend going to London and another to Amsterdam. (But not this Hobi one - Global Interpark doesn't like her either...) I'm doubting, for now, Tae being on that Netflix show. Should be JK too, if it;'s Tae at all. And they are about to get really busy....

Almost makes you wish that Bam was able to act like a trained attack dog and would bite this woman. I made a point of NOT going anywhere near Itaewon or Hannam on my travels yesterday, though my subway stop was between them (to try to hike to Namsan Park). This is sweet - I LOVE Save Me, and the MV, especially because it's a single shot. And really crummy weather but they are great in it. (Also have a crush on PDogg - he's brilliant.)

WOW!!!! I also am a little - no, a lot - freaked out that they would send them so close to danger. No SK soldiers have been injured near the border, but our boys could have been targeted. On the other hand, they were certainly far away from the press and crazy sasaengs, so that was actually a good thing. No idea what ARMY zone is? @Whoopiewoop and @amylance1215 - a time and place at FESTA tomorrow?

He shot these when he was still in the military - not new stuff...

Hey, does anyone know what the "ARMY Zone" actually is? Are we lucky few going too be herded into a space for ....what? I'm happy to win anything (and it seems there will be a gift set of something) but I truly have no idea what this is. Also - I won't be able to get to FESTA on Friday until, probably 1ish. I have the final dentist appt on Friday - and they tried to change the time, to which I freaked out and said no - I had to be someplace and I also would not be around the 14th. The plan is to finish there, fly back to my room and change my shirt (because I'm afraid dental spatter will get on my HYBE shirt) and then head over (will be using that KTX-A express train from Seoul Station). Also, Global Interpark clearly has an issue with me. It says they have all the info they need and then say "failed" or "can't load" or something and kick me out without me ever getting into a queue. I wonder if there is even a remote chance of getting in to the concert just by going to the ticket counter and pleading my case. Anyone have an idea?

We actually knew this because we knew that Jin had specifically chosen that base because it's considered a "hardship" posting so they would get additional vacation time and days off. And then Jimin and JK chose it, too - I don't know if they wanted the extra days off or if the presence of Jin was the attraction. I think there was a story released or rumored early on that, because he was in artillery, Jimin would be helping to patrol the border. Maybe that was just rumor. They are home safe and sound. I need to watch the Live again, close up, to see if Jimin had his tooth straightened. Even in a "hardship" base, the fact that they were together the entire time made the time more tolerable for them and allowed them to maintain and grow their friendship. I know the other members mention that they made good friends, people they might not have ever known otherwise (and suspect that's true for J+J), but entering a base where Jin already was and then having each other was immensely beneficial for both of them. No individual Live's yet but they are probably having dinner with their families, I hope so. And wonder if we'll see Bam when JK does one, though Bam is probably someplace else because I don't think his family took him. Disappointed that I went to two different Line Friends stores and not a single Wootteo to be found.

He's in a far better place to get the help he needs. And he will talk about it, or write about it. He'll think its his responsibility to help other ARMYs who may have felt or feel that same way. A F mhj....

The discharge with English subs-

@amylance1215 You don't remember if you mentioned it? WTF? You're getting married? I want to hear all about him - yes to the 13th. I know that @Whoopiewoop, her sister and I will be at Festa. Her sister has a slot for the ARMY zone, don't know the time, but mine is 3-4. I plan on getting out there much much earlier and just figured out the bestest, fastest way. It's the KTX-A bit from Seoul Station. Takes something less than a half an hour. @Whoopiewoop and her sister planned a bike ride along the Han on the 12thh and then a picnic. I likely can't do bike riding because my sacroiliac joint hates me and is currently running/ruining my life. (Also I got in at 4:3o this morning so am still jet lagged.) The guys got out at 9am local time. And @Whoopiewoopand I have been doing some messaging oon Instagram. Do you still go there at all? I'm still me and she's ouruniversecreations Also, I need that thing-y. I can't tell you how mnat times I got tossed out of the line waiting for a ticket. I think each 1000 people in the queue in an hour. And I hate that there isn't a super fast way to locate a ticket once oyu get in there, Looking (still) for the 13th as I leave for Jeju on the 14th..... Seeing how happy Joon and Tae are makes me feel so, so good. And my fears that they would somehow have lost interest in ARMY and BTS were definitely unfounded. Can't wait to see JK and Jimin...and I wish someone, one of them, would at least let us know that Yoongi is okay....

I had it on mute. RTV, I think. No subs, don't know what they had to say but, damn, those two are HAPPY!!!! edit: it was 9am local time

Just landed in Seoul and waiting to go through immigration - I, too, won! Friday from 3-4!!!! But expect to see @Whoopiewoop before that. Really lousy flight would really love food, but, the person sitting next to me is ARMY and comes every year for Festa. She's in the Dallas area and was supposed to fly an American, but reflect got canceled. She was the first at customer service and insisted that she had to get to Seoul today. So she was put on my flight. She got the very last seat.(she won Busan!!) It was packed. I'm sure there are other ARMY here because I have seen BT 21 characters hanging about more later.

I cannot wait! I suspect Namsan Tower will be lit in purple. Currently at SFO and waiting 4 more hours for my flight - blah blah. I'll miss MOnday totally and get into Seoul pre-dawn Tuesday. OMG. And who didn't know Jin would come right back? Taking bets on if Jimin had his tooth straightened....

Always in one of his "brands". And bet he's back by Tuesday.

The hardest working to two in Seoul (though Hobi did take time to go to LA unpon discharge,, we know he was actually working -) And - I'm not crying. You're crying.

Yeoman's work by these two. Soon SOON they won't be carrying the full weight of FESTA celebrations. (How many days do we think Jin has actually taken off in the 11 months since his discharge? )