Ectoplasmic is indeed the adjective form of ectoplasm! Fun fact: ectoplasm isn't just for ghosts! It's also used in cellular biology, to describe the outer layer of a cell's cytoplasm.

Your title was perfect, it's just a silly turn of phrase that adds an extra layer to the scene for english speakers. Maybe his lie is that he only says "not bad" when he wants to compliment much more strongly?

Fun Fact: In english, "Pants on fire" implies the person is lying.

"CHOOSE. Choose the form of The Destructor!" -Gozer

Groovy.

er, his. didn't read the description first. my bad!

Her bicep splitting a stitch is the cutest touch!

Hi, I am definitely interested in a slot if the offer is still open, thank you for reaching out! My email is [email protected] (I tried emailing yours but it said it wasn't recognized.)