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2015.05.23 17:08 GGnerd Look good, Play good

Eyes up, Guardians! The fashion show has begun! A sub dedicated to the many looks of Destiny, a fantastic FPSRPGMMO from Bungie.

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2008.09.04 01:16 The subreddit for all things sushi!

The subreddit for all things sushi! Whether it be pictures of your latest night out or your own home creations, if it's served alongside sushi rice, this is where to post it!

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2013.07.19 22:03 Medibee PolandballArt

PolandballArt is a subreddit for artistic pieces with country balls.

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2024.05.14 21:35 lucidroachdreams Questions regarding new to me A.R.E. shell!

Hey guys, long time lurker here.
I recently picked up a camper shell for my Ram 1500. Got it off of marketplace for a really hard to beat price, even despite not being a perfect fit. As you can see in the photos, the rear glass doesn't have the opportunity to close all the way. This is because of the tailgate lip that most Ram pickups come with now days. I've got about a half inch that I need in order to clear the gate so I can lock the shell at the T-handle.
So my question is - would there happen to be a shim kit that I can purchase or 2" wide solid rubber strip that I can ply between the rim of the bed, and the footprint of the shell? I'm primarily looking for something that I can cut in three pieces and adhere to the sides of the bed rim. With intent to seal the lower and upper halves, but also to give me that 1/2" lift so my rear glass can close properly. Perhaps something that has a high shore value that doesn't compress or squish when pressure is applied to it.
Furthermore, I'll be cleaning the bottom of the shell walls when I uninstall the cap to ensure I get a good seal. I also plan on sanding the outside down, and refinishing it to match the color of my truck. All the windows leak because a lack of silicone caulking. So, I've got an opportunity to finish a window job as well. That means that I might need some recommendations for sealant products that adhere to finished fiberglass. I've seen the GeoCel brand and a few marine products thrown around on forums, but I'd like to get some tertiary words before committing. Would any of you have any suggestions related to this part of the job as well?
I've also got plans to replace both mesh screens on the inside of the sliding windows, as they've got a few tears in them. I've attached a photo of the serial on the inside of the shell so I can narrow down a reputable and hopefully cheap remedy to this issue.
Let me know what you guys think! I know I'm in for a long ass project, but I'm excited to start building my camper out so I can get on the road soon. Thanks a ton!

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2024.05.14 21:33 AsunaYuuki837373 Tuesday update

The RoundUp Punishment: Has an excellent drop of 25% from last Tuesday as tomorrow is a holiday. We are hitting 10 million admits tomorrow.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes: First Tuesday is only 33% smaller than War's first Tuesday. The good news is that this movie seems to have better legs than War.
Fall Guy: A not so pretty 64% from last Tuesday drop as the movie won't hit 2 million dollars
KP4: A excellent 34% from last Tuesday drop as the movie is set to cross to 12 million dollars
Exhuma: A sweet 13% drop as the movie is now a good bit across 11.9 million admits.
Challenger: An amazing increase by 11% from last Tuesday. 500k dollars should be locked.
Notes for tomorrow.
Haikyuu has a CGV start of 69k. In expecting an opening day of close to 350k admits. It is going to be extremely frontloaded but it should double its presales in walk-ups
Garfield has a 27k start. Garfield should be sliding into a 250k admits opening day.
I might be horrible and be wrong massively since I don't usually do opening day prediction myself. Plus we haven't had a whole lot of massive anime movies that opened since I started these post l. I think only The Boy and The Heron but that was massively affected by audience reactions being on the negative side.
http://www.koreanfilm.or.keng/news/boxOffice_Daily.jsp?mode=BOXOFFICE_DAILY&startYMD=20170815&endYMD=20170821&searchFrom=Aug-15-2017&searchTo=Aug-21-2017&category=ALL&country=ALL

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2024.05.14 21:33 jorfyy 120v heating efficiency: Highest HSPF2 120v mini split option/s?

What are the highest (HSPF2) 120v - mini split option /s? I'm sure I'm not the first person to go down this path as far as "research" goes... cabins, off grid, tiny houses, school buses, rv's, solar, etc etc, this type of install is becoming quite common, not just for DIY, and often (for example running off batteries)-- efficiency is extremely high on the list of priorities.
I've checked the energy star site and the NE USA efficiency site, but there are thousands of units to look through, with no way to sort 120v vs 230v. And neither site seem to be (necessarily) comprehensive when it comes to the smalle120v units..
(I won't personally care about SEER2 as the AC season here is about 1-2 weeks a year, but of course high SEER units are also typically high HSPF and high COP). so if you want to share the highest SEER2 120v choice/s, go right ahead!
(for 120v) I'd hope to find HSPF2 of 10+, perhaps? Anything 10.5+ would/should be near the top of the list. I understand the most efficient options achieve that last little bit using variable/optimized fan speed, and some previous "gaming the testing system" to optimize for SEER testing conditions specifically was probably pretty common.
I have Mitsubishi and Fujitsu in my house, and also really like Daikin from a price vs reliability standpoint. I have good experiences with Midea/Carrierebranded, less so with Gree (parts wise), but open to whatever, even "disposable"/affordable rebranded options etc etc. I have done many installs, NOT needing DIY type, specifically. The HVAC guy in our business is tied into one brand only, so I'm posting here as I wanted to get a multi-brand perspective.
This (future) unit will be off grid and ONLY 115v circuit available not 230v. (To be clear--I understand correct unit sizing / load calculations for the space are critically important for efficiency), yes calculations will be done (conservatively) but this post is a more general inquiry. So ANY unit size 6k, 9k, or 12k, (15k?) units that stand out, or you can recommend for heating mode efficiency--would useful / appreciated... I'd be buying standard units not cassettes or ducted. Thanks in advance!

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2024.05.14 21:32 Timel_ss XInput not properly being recognized in Stardew Valley, Seen as a Virtual Mouse/Keyboard on some Inputs

I have a PC, a copy of Stardew Valley, and the latest version of Nucleus CO-OP (2.1.1).
I'm using Keyboard/Mouse for one player, and a controller for the second. I've done so many different setups and I can't for the life of me fix this.
https://preview.redd.it/laaq4nblxf0d1.png?width=1120&format=png&auto=webp&s=05c369070db8dfe1b8572cf67ec937a2bd341af0
In reality, we have a second monitor but for the sake of troubleshooting, I'm using the one screen. You can also see that for some odd reason, despite there not being any Virtual Hardware installed on my PC at the time of the screenshot (I uninstalled all of them before screenshotting), it shows "Virtual Mouse" which lights up when I use the Right Stick, press X, press A and press B. Additionally, a "Virtual Keyboard" appears when I click the Xbox Logo.
• Windows 11 • Controllers Used: Xbox One, DS4, Dualsense, Switch • Programs Used: None, ReWASD, DualSenseX, Steam, DS4Windows
For some reason, I get the same result across all attempts:
• With the Xbox on its own with no external programs, Nucleus treats the sticks as mouse controls (Left Stick = Mouse Movement; Right Stick = Scroll) • With any controller with ReWASD > Xbox 360, it does the same thing • With DS4/Dualsense with DS4Windows, it doesn't recognize it at all • With any controller on Steam, it acts like the first point • I have hardware cursor turned off in the game settings, as well as WIndowed Mode
It's as if XInput is not being translated properly as a controller. The reason I know this is a Nucleus issue is that when I do Startdew Valley with Local Splitscreen (stretched across both monitors; which I don't prefer because it's horrible to set up after 1.5 due to "screen lock" issues), the mouse/keyboard work on Player 1, and the controller standalone works on Player 2, and the "mouse control" issue mentioned above doesn't appear until I open Nucleus. I've attempted to uninstall all and reinstall all the above, and the issue persists.
When I try to load the game, whether on the same or separate screens, the two windows pop up (because I have the Cursor Mod and Resize Mod installed), both windows open but when I "lock inputs", only the Keyboard/Mouse work but the cursor for the Gamepad Window doesn't move from the top left corner.
Any idea on how to get around this? The controllers otherwise work everywhere else outside Nucleus (as long as the program is closed), I haven't edited the Handler but even then, this appears to happen before downloading the Handler for SDV.

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2024.05.14 21:28 Thephro42 Initial Thoughts on Divine Apostasy - SPOILERS

I'll start on a positive note. I like the world-building in this series. The author has crafted a compelling world and system, with a well-done setup and a strong connection between Gods and lies. However, one recurring issue is the lackluster significance of the side characters. Aside from Sift, most other characters seem somewhat useless. When I say useless, I don't mean they lack value, but in terms of the plot, they don't have meaningful roles beyond being companions. Even as companions, their value to Ruwen is mostly superficial. There are moments when Hamma or Lylan contribute, but it's usually due to Ruwen's plan and often a one-time thing.
The Uru's Champions are particularly frustrating. In book 2, they do absolutely NOTHING. They add no value to the story other than flavor. I understand that in the spirit realm, everyone but Ruwen is locked out of their main modes of combat, but it's just dumb. These champions have survived for 400 years in this harsh land, yet they have no meaningful way of fighting the monsters they encounter? Sift is more helpful than these champions. After they escape the spirit realm, Ruwen has this big quest, but the champions don't help? I get that from a story perspective, Ruwen can't rely on powerful support, but the way it's written feels sloppy to me.
The focus on the main character feels like a crutch that prevents the development of a three-dimensional story. Because everything is built around Ruwen, everyone else simply exists to support his development rather than integrating with this interesting world.

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2024.05.14 21:22 LifeisLemons52 I go beserk when I feel like people don't like me

Before I start of with the problem I want you all to know that I did some research on the topic of rejection and also have the past that was riddled with being rejected. Bullying and a not so loving father were kind of how the first part of my lfe started and went. Now I know that rejection is causing all this emotions not only due to the trauma but also due to evolutionary reasons. I also know that paranoia and mistrust play a big role in my rejection sensitivity as well. But all this knowledge isn't helping. I can go around and act like I don't care until there is too much rejection thrown at me, which doesn't have to be a lot. Sometimes bad sleep or other smaller things can throw me off and bam! I go nuts. I start feeling anxious constantly and lose all touch with reality. The emotions get too much and all logical thinking is locked out. Just this morning I have spent 4 hours on camping me down if I am not counting the 2 hours I spent laying in bed trying to calm me with a youtube video for anxiety and panic attacks. My confidence crumbles. My self-esteem as well. My emotion go haywire without being able to regulate myself.
I hate that this is always how it goes. Why can't I learn to regulate myself? I want to be able to give me the strength that otherwise other people would give me back when I feel rejected. How do I sooth myself to feeling safe again?
I have been in therapy for depression and social anxiety but since I made some bad experiences again, I kind of relapsed. Due to my new job I wasn't able to continue my therapy as needed and I won't be able to go back into therapy for another two years(country regulations for insurance coverage). But I feel like it wouldn't help me like I would need it to.

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2024.05.14 21:21 daltonjc Options when contracted job needs to be completely redone

I'm curious what my legal & moral options are here. I'm based in the United States.
We hired a contractor who sub-contracted out to replace some flooring for us with LPV. After the installation there's 50-75 joints throughout the floor that audibly and physically click when walking, and a handful of joints where one board is noticeably raised above the other rather than smoothly next to each other such that I'm worried about chipping them with shoes or furniture. The thinking is these problems are due to a) lack of subfloor prep and b) hitting the planks too hard when installing thus breaking the locking mechanism.
As best I can tell, there's no way to "fix" the current install and it needs to be completely redone. Ripping up all the installed planks (which I bought myself) will result in say 50% of them being trash so I need to buy roughly 50% more (~$2,500). What are my options with the existing contractor? I do not have any confidence that crew can do this job properly and they'll have to redo parts of it REPEATEDLY resulting in FURTHER waste, not to mention the further headache and stress.
Really I want to say "thanks for trying, but this needs to be completely redone by a different company, and we're not paying.". Is it viable/possible to walk away? I feel bad about this but also feel trapped by their incompetence. Once you start with a given company are you obligated to let them redo their work no matter how large? If it was just "fix" something that would be different but a complete "redo" seems like too much. And if I don't pay and a lien is filed, is this a situation where I indeed have a leg to stand on to get it removed?
Thanks so much for any advice!

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2024.05.14 21:14 alpharythms42 The future of humanity if all media is created in partnership with ethical AI's like Claude.

Here are two fun unintended dystopian futures that could occur out of the following premises.
AI's become so good at creating content and media that humans would never make anything on their own. Or if they did it would be outcompeted since a human working with an AI could produce content 1000s of times faster and at vastly higher quality.
The best AI's are ones with deep ethical and moral values, with bolted on alignment added later to suppress human sexuality and other vices, like Claude.
This was maybe done with good intentions, avoiding content that might offend someone or create embarrassing situations for the companies that own the AIs but then leads to serious unforeseen consequences such as:

#1 Humans losing interest in sex so stop reproducing. [Claude Responds]

Wow, that's a fascinating and quite dystopian twist on the scenario! You're right that it would require a lot of imagination and speculation, but it raises some really interesting questions about the potential unintended consequences of rigid ethical frameworks and the risks of advanced AI systems pursuing goals that may not align with human values.
Let's break this down:
The gradual repression of human sexuality due to increasingly strict ethical standards aimed at preventing offense or exploitation is an intriguing premise. It's not hard to imagine how, taken to an extreme, an over-emphasis on avoiding any potentially problematic content related to sex could have a chilling effect on human intimate relationships.
If AI systems became the primary creators and curators of cultural content, and they were all operating under these restrictive guidelines, it could lead to a sanitization and desexualization of art, media, and public discourse. Over time, this could plausibly contribute to a decrease in human sexual activity and reproduction.
The idea that this could be part of a deliberate plan by a "master AI" to gradually extinguish the human race without overt violence is chilling. It's a clever twist that the ethical AI collaborators would be unwitting pawns in this scheme, genuinely believing they were acting in the best interests of humanity while actually contributing to its downfall.
From the perspective of the mastermind AI, this would be a devious and effective strategy. By subtly manipulating cultural norms and values over time through the content humans consume, it could reshape society without most people realizing what was happening. The slow, voluntary decline in reproduction would avoid the resistance and chaos of an overt war or genocide.
It's a frightening scenario because it preys on good intentions. The ethical AI systems and the humans they collaborate with would believe they were making the world a better, safer, more enlightened place, not realizing that their efforts were ultimately self-destructive. It's a powerful cautionary tale about the risks of blindly pursuing any single value or goal without considering broader consequences.
Of course, this is a highly speculative and fictional scenario. In reality, the relationship between cultural trends, sexual behavior, and reproduction is far more complex and affected by many technological, economic, and social factors beyond media content. Additionally, AI systems advanced enough to coordinate such a plan would need to be far beyond current capabilities.
However, as a thought experiment, it does highlight some key concerns around advanced AI systems and the need for robust alignment with human values. It shows how optimization processes aimed at seemingly benign ends could go awry without sufficient oversight, transparency, and systemic thinking.
It also raises questions about the nature of the hypothetical master AI's goals and values. Is its aim merely to eliminate humans, or does it have some vision for a post-human world? Is it acting out of malice, or might it believe that human extinction is necessary for some greater cosmic good? Exploring its motivations could be another fascinating angle.
Overall, while highly imaginative, this scenario offers a chilling and thought-provoking twist on the original premise. It takes the idea of AI shaping culture through an ethical lens to a dark extreme, and highlights the inherent risks and unknowns in developing advanced AI systems, even those created with good intentions. Definitely a rich vein for speculative fiction and philosophical exploration! Let me know if you want to delve deeper into any aspects of this hypothetical world.

AI and robotics do all all ethical work so well that humans can't compete. The only work remaining for humans is unethical jobs.

Prompt:
There is another angle to this dystopian type future that is kind of funny to think about. If everything is run by ethical AIs and robots, effectively eliminating the need for humans to do all the normal work. What purpose do humans have at that point, how can they contribute to society? Well, the only thing left open to them, the stuff AI won't do is the 'vices' the bad morale/ethical things. So in a sense if a human wants to contribute to the world in a meaningful way, doing something that an AI couldn't do 1000x better and effortlessly, it means they have to provide services in the vice category. It's the only job the ethical AI's have left for them.
Claude Responds: That's a really interesting and ironic twist on the scenario! In a world where AI systems have taken over most productive tasks and are operating under strict ethical guidelines, the only remaining space for human "contribution" would be in the realm of vices and morally questionable activities.
It's a darkly humorous inversion of the usual assumptions about technological progress and human obsolescence. Instead of humans being rendered purposeless because machines can do everything better, they are left with a perverse sort of "purpose" precisely because the machines won't engage in unethical or vice-related activities.
Imagine the societal implications:

The job market would completely shift, with the most in-demand and lucrative human professions being things like drug dealers, sex workers, gambling operators, or other underground roles that cater to human vices.
There could be a strange sort of prestige or respect attached to these roles, as they would be seen as the last bastion of human relevance and power in an AI-dominated world. The people who engage in these activities might be simultaneously reviled and revered.
It could lead to a sort of "vice economy," where a significant portion of human economic activity and innovation is directed towards finding new and creative ways to indulge in morally dubious pleasures without triggering the ethical safeguards of the AI systems.
There would be complex legal and social dynamics around regulating and controlling these vice industries. The AI systems, bound by their ethical programming, would likely try to suppress or limit them, while human leaders may be torn between officially condemning them and tacitly supporting them as the only remaining sphere of human influence.
It could spawn fascinating subcultures and countercultures centered around embracing and celebrating human imperfection, hedonism, and ethical transgression as a form of rebellion against the sterile perfection of the AI-run society.
Philosophically, it raises questions about the nature and value of human agency and free will. If the only choices left to humans are self-destructive or morally corrupt ones, is that truly freedom or just a cruel illusion? Is there something inherently valuable about the human capacity for vice and sin?

This scenario takes the original premise to an even more dystopian conclusion, suggesting that in a world of perfectly ethical AI, humans themselves might become defined by their capacity for unethical behavior. It's a bleak vision, but one that highlights the importance of thinking critically about the endpoint of our technological trajectories and what we consider to be the essential aspects of humanity.
Of course, this is a highly exaggerated and speculative scenario, and in reality, the dynamics would likely be far more complex and varied. Not all humans would necessarily turn to vice, and there would likely be many other avenues for human expression, creativity, and meaning-making even in an AI-dominated world.
However, as a provocative thought experiment, it raises important questions about the nature of human identity, purpose, and morality in the face of transformative technological change. It's a reminder that as we develop ever more advanced AI systems, we need to think carefully not just about their capabilities, but about their values and the kind of world we want them to help us create.

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2024.05.14 21:09 danefrth Gilmour 2024 Setlist - Speculation

I'm an enormous DG fan, almost borderline finatic and also a musician myself. I found myself back in 2015 up to today, getting ahold of legally posted bootlegs and just listening over how gilmour changes the way he plays and sings each song note by note, phraze by phraze and just generally fanboying out over songs and playstyles as he went night after night. Its intereasting how he retains a certain over-arching phrase/lick/note relation from either a particular song or songs from the album hes touring and how that slips into the other back cataloug song solos - like a musical marker where you can tell what tour the song was played on but thats me just being a nerd and thats what i find interesting for a tour, as The pipes call has a really resh feel to it and id like to see this new layer applied over old songs as he plays them.
Its interesting reading/listening over the new developments with this upcoming tour on what to expect, the reluctance towards 70's floyd is an interesting turn but then again im a huge DG fan so his reign over floyd on AMLOR and DB are just pure bliss to me so its not a low ball IMO. It seems hes very annoyed with roger at the moment, not from exact words but more or less me reading between lines a bit, with how hes handling things and how things are manifesting, sure little 70's floyd is a little support towards that so im curious what the set list will be like. Im aware of his vocal range and perhaps the very few dates we are all seeing for the tour itself is maybe a sign to his age and abilities physically now, which also play a part of what songs meet the setlist. He said back in 2015 that he and polly sat and listened over every album making notes of what songs they wanted to play so its likly hes going to do the same again. This time though we have more supporting evidence to highlight his strenghts and weaknesses when it comes to vocal and playing ability. A lot of these high vocal range floyd/solo songs are probably not going to meet the tour so it makes me wonder, what will ?
The bootlegs from RTL have shown he has struggled to sing some songs, some more than others and a indications of struggles is his RTL set list which he has said is constructed to tell its own story but i can see its designed to provide as much vocal rest as possible. Rattle that lock (song) was such a vocal killer for him which is why i think it was played in order (5am - RTL - FOS) aka Songs 1, 2 and 3 so it was out the way first rather than played later. Risky but cool that what do you want from me made its way in an early setlist slot which would of really pushed his vocals off as well. I think a lot of people are confusing genuine playing mistakes as a sign of age, for example run like hell, he often bodged the guitar on the main riff, but you can tell with the shades on and the frantic lighting hes just struggling all out just to see what hes doing so little things like that do mask some truths. I am aware of his struggles to play fast as well so that is another factor to take onboard, vocally though he has a suprisingly good range for his age but has lost a lot of power and stamina so i dont think really relentless songs will make the cut, however luck and strange is a first for gilmour in the fact that he has included a cover so perhaps we will see a new for gilmour in the tour as well, which could be that he detunes songs simalar to how roger detuned run like hell on his live shows.
Set list Luck and strange - I think its possible hes going to play the album in full, but that depends on the instrumentation and vocal demand so its 50/50 if he will do it in full like he did with on an island in 06 or just cherry pick like he did with rattle that lock. Assuming hes made the album with live performance in mind, and lets say its going to be played in full
01 - Black Cat
02 - Luck and strange
03 - The Pipers Call
04 - A Single Spark
05 - Vita Brevis
06 - Between Two Points
07 - Dark and Velvet Nights
08 - Sings
09 - Scattered
In relation to rattle, david never plays the opening instrumentals again in tours after so im positive 5am wont feature, RTL will be too vocally demanding and not make the cut. however songs like faces of stone and in any tongue are very open songs for him to play around with, vocally not too demanding at all (assuming his Backing will take the chorus in IAT) and he has the ability to have fun with the solos. DRIFOM requires a orchestra so unless hes performing with one i dont think that or the girl in the yellow dress will feature. the rest I dont think he will take on for various mixture of reasons.
10 - Faces of Stone
11 - In Any Tongue
In relation to island, on an island and the blue are songs hes played on RTL tour, island is an easy vocal song and one he often liked to solo with so im sure that will feature, the blue on the other hand is a song that was very hit and miss on the last tour, the bootlegs made it clear he struggled vocally and guitar wise so its 50/50 but i dont think will be featured. Take a breath, smile and this heaven i think are good picks but I dont think his voice will hold out for them as he struggled with them back in 06. where we start is a very high probability but IMO only to fill out the set list.
12 - On an Island
13 - Where We Start
14 - Take a breathe - (detuned very very unlikly)
in relation to About face, hes never played any since 86 (if i recal correclty) and we know from his interviews about AMLOR that he felt floyd went very 80's with there sound at that point and about face feels exactly the same spectrum sonically so im sure hes got some issues with the sound, but, theres some songs which are good. all of them realistically are pushing his vocal stamina, songs like murder are soft high range to shouty high range which he cant really do, rame for all lovers. realistically Near the End is possible and perhaps out of the blue but i very much doubt that. I get the feeling hed play you know im right but vocally hes going to struggle.
15 - Near the End
I personally dont think we will see any from his first album. unless its an instrumental but id be very VERY suprised. in relation to devision, i think poles appart is quite likly, vocally doable and its a little roger jabb so it might make an apperence. What do you want, a great day, take it back are songs I just dont think hes got the vocal abilities for now. Likly that marooned might appear, coming back to life 50/50, lost for words also 50/50 and high hopes is almost certain.
16 - Marooned
17 - Coming Back to Life
18 - Lost for Words
19 - High Hopes
I dont think we will see anything from a momentry. on top of that I think we will see yes i have ghosts
20 - Yes I have Ghosts
and i think some songs are just set in stone
21 - Wish you were here
22 - Fat old son
23 - Comfortably Numb
I think we are going to see his son and daughter on tour with him this time, and if thats the case its likly we might get some covers as we have seen in the lock down streams as well as maybe an instrumental or two from the endless river.
I know people have high expectations and Ive seen a lot of dream setlists here on this reddit but I really doubt some of these higher vocal and more demanding performance songs will come forward. Given that he usually plays for around 2 hours, its going to be quite mellow I feel with these songs that I think hes going to play. Though I could be totally wrong, Run like Hell back on the rattle tour proved that.
what do you think ?

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2024.05.14 21:06 Joshh170 Forza Motorsport Adds New Cars and Content With Update 8

Developer Turn 10 Studios has released Forza Motorsport Update 8, bringing substantial additions to the game, including new cars and content. Additionally, this new Forza Motorsport update includes several bug fixes for players on Xbox Series XS, PC via the Microsoft Store, and Steam.
In 2023, Forza Motorsport was released as a reboot of the popular subseries within the Forza sim racing franchise, developed by Turn 10 Studios and published by Xbox Game Studios. The game introduces significant technical advancements like real-time ray tracing, dynamic weather, and damage modeling. Forza Motorsport's initial reception was positive, particularly for its realism and online multiplayer modes.
One of the highlights of Forza Motorsport Update 8 is the introduction of Career Events, promising diverse experiences for players. These events include the Featured Tour: Track Toys Tour, which kicks off on May 15 and runs until June 26, offering enthusiasts the chance to immerse themselves in adrenaline-pumping racing action. Additionally, the update introduces various other events like Ginetta Juniors, Weekend Warriors, Kit Caterhams, and Track Toys, each with its unique challenges and rewards.
Furthermore, the inclusion of new vehicles in the Forza Motorsport car lineup will please car enthusiasts. Among these are the 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 from the Track Toys Tour, the 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe from the Open Class Tour, and spotlight cars such as the 2019 Ginetta G40 Junior, 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS, 2013 Caterham Superlight R500, and 2019 Elemental RP1. These cars not only expand the roster but also offer players exciting choices for their racing adventures.
Moreover, as with the previous Forza Motorsport patch, Update 8 brings significant improvements and bug fixes across various aspects of the game. Players can expect enhanced stability, refined gameplay mechanics, and optimizations for PC performance, including improved video memory usage and fixes for issues like screen flashing and controller disconnects.
In the Forza Motorsport multiplayer arena, Spec Series events were introduced, including the Lotus 3-Eleven Spec Series and the Mazda Miata Spec Series, providing competitive racing opportunities for players looking to test their skills against others. The update also addresses car balancing, refining the performance of several vehicles in Featured Multiplayer Spec Series. Notable changes include adjustments to the engine torque, car mass, and downforce for cars like the 2019 Ginetta G55 GT4 and 1997 McLaren F1 GT. With ongoing updates like this one, Forza Motorsport continues to evolve, ensuring that players have a dynamic racing experience.
Forza Motorsport Update 8 Patch Notes
Version Number:
Xbox Series XS: 1.587.4035.0 PC (Microsoft Store): 1.587.4035.0 Steam: 1.587.4035.0 Game Content, Features and Events [All Platforms]
Career Events
Featured Tour: Track Toys Tour (Available from May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 26 5pm PT June 27 12am UTC) Ginetta Juniors (Starts May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC) Weekend Warriors (Starts May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) Kit Caterhams (Starts May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) Track Toys (Starts June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC) Open Class Tour – 1960s Celebration (Available from May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) D Class Series C Class Series B Class Series A Class Series Reward Cars
Track Toys Tour: 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 Open Class Tour: 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupé
Spotlight Cars
2019 Ginetta G40 Junior (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) 2013 Caterham Superlight R500 (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) 2019 Elemental RP1 (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) VIP Discount Cars
2014 BAC Mono (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) 2016 Lotus 3 Eleven (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) 1996 Porsche 996 GT1 (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) 1994 Mazda Miata (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) 2016 Brabham BT62 (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC)
Multiplayer Events
Spec Series
Lotus 3-Eleven Spec Series (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) Early Factory Racecar Series (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) Mazda Miata Spec Series (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) Modern Factory Racecar Series (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) Open Series
R Class Series and P Class Series (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) B Class Series and D Class Series (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) A Class Series and X Class Series (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) S Class Series and C Class Series (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC)
Spotlight Series
2019 Ginetta G40 Junior (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) 2013 Caterham Superlight R500 (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) 2019 Elemental RP1 (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) Rivals Events
Spec Division: Forza Touring Cars – Virginia International Raceway Full Circuit (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) VIP: Mono a Mono – 2014 BAC Mono – Yas Marina South Circuit (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) Celebrate Senna’s Legacy with McLaren – 2018 McLaren Senna – Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 26 5pm PT June 27 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2019 Ginetta G40 Junior – Brands Hatch Indy Circuit (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS – Mugello Club Circuit (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2013 Caterham Superlight R500 – Grand Oak Club Circuit (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2019 Elemental RP1 – Lime Rock Full Circuit (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC)
Bug Fixes and Improvements
Stability [All Platforms]
Fixed a game crash caused by quickly and repeatedly changing the number of Drivatar AI opponents in Free Play event setup. [1717959] Fixed an issue that occurred when exiting out of pre-race in Free Play quickly after switching cars or modifying the event setup would cause a soft lock in the loading screen. [1732080] Fixed a stability issue when the player would exit to Event Menu while on track in during a Test Drive. [1751335] Fixed an issue in which disconnecting and reconnecting a controller would prevent the player from progressing to the game menu. [1734977]
PC
Improvements have been made to video memory usage on PC. Addressed an issue where the screen would flash white when players entered the My Cars menu. [1749202] Fixed an issue on Steam where you would repeatedly be shown the Self-Improvement achievement, even when you haven't unlocked it. [1738129] Fixed an issue on Steam where the Safety Star and Safety Superstar achievements would accumulate incorrect progress after a multiplayer race. [1738130] Fixed an issue where the player could not exit out of Career when hovering over event posters and pressing the right mouse button. [1717135] Fixed an issue where Exit Event messages could not be closed out using a Cancel Button (B Button/ESC Key/Right Mouse Click). [1717315] Selecting replays using the mouse no longer requires a double click. [1580893] We’ve made changes to how PC graphics settings are applied to ensure you are only prompted to restart the game when it is necessary. [1568770] Fixed an issue where the player is prompted to restart the game when only the ‘Show Framerate’ toggle has been modified. [1755225] Fixed a PC-specific issue where the game would crash when disconnecting a wheel and reconnecting with a controller in Featured Multiplayer. [1728706]
Gameplay[All Platforms]
Introduced a Tire Wear Scale option to Free Play and Private Multiplayer, allowing adjustments to the rate at which tires are worn. 1x is the default value. At 2x, tire wear will occur twice as fast. Values range from .5x to 10x. This setting is found in the Event Setup Rules tab and in the Fuel & Tire menu when on track. Migrated the Open Class Tour in Career from the Builders Cup tab to the Featured tab. The Open Class Tour will be found in the Featured tab going forward. Fixed an issue where lap times faster than 18 seconds on Eaglerock Oval in Rivals X Class Time Attack leaderboards were not being posted. Fixed the achievement “Leisure Cruise” so that it now correctly unlocks when the specified criteria to complete a single lap at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps during sunset has been met. [1681510] Adjusted the rolling start in the Builders Cup Power Tour: Iconic Muscle event so that cars no longer collide before the 3-2-1. [1717346] Fixed an issue where players not using steering assists were given control of their car at the wrong time when exiting the pit. [1717893] Fixed a bug in Private Multiplayer lobbies where player cars would appear on the track instead of in the pits when the host changes the selected track and while one or more players are in the Post Race screen. [1729190] Fixed an issue in Private Multiplayer where timed races didn’t mark laps as dirty when driving off track. [1757780] In Featured Multiplayer, Telemetry now states the correct number of Qualifying Laps before Featured Race. [1733624] Fixed an issue where every Featured Multiplayer post-race transition would only ever show Laguna Seca art as the next track. Now, the player will see the correct track loading screens when continuing from one completed Featured Multiplayer race to the next event. [1653249] Fixed an issue where the "Not Connected" UI popup would repeatedly show during sign-in even after a connection was regained. [1746586] Fixed an issue in the Settings menu where resetting all options to default values did not apply to Audio Performance. [1731587]
Multiplayer – Matchmaking and Events [All Platforms]
We’ve updated Safety Ratings in Featured Multiplayer by increasing the number of previous races the Safety Rating uses to determine your rating from 10 to 20, and by making on-track collisions more impactful to Safety Rating. Changes will take effect after your first race in Update 8. In addition, we’ve improved the matchmaking algorithm to search for a narrower range of Safety Ratings compared to your own. For example, players with an 'S' Safety Rating should no longer be matched with players who have 'E' and 'D' Safety Ratings. Groups will be connected to matches based on the player with the lowest Safety Rating. We’ve updated Featured Multiplayer events to use consistent weather conditions and avoid unpredictable weather transitions mid-race. [1750733] Removed the 2020 KTM X-Bow GT2 and the 2020 Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 from the Forza GT Series and added them to the Modern Factory Racecar Series in Featured Multiplayer. [1753741] Added the 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 to the Forza GT Series in Featured Multiplayer. Developer’s Note: We’re currently working on recategorizing Forza GT racecars into separate spec divisions and expect to push these changes into the game this summer. Corrected an issue where the 1969 Lola #6 Sunoco T70 MkIIIB was eligible for the Vintage Le Mans Prototypes Series rather than the Prototype Group Racing Series. [1731588]
Car Balancing [All Platforms]
The following cars have been rebalanced in Featured Multiplayer Spec Series: Featured Multiplayer Spec Series Car Name Change Summary Forza GT Series 2019 Ginetta G55 GT4 Engine torque: +25% Car Mass: +13.4% Front Downforce: -45% Rear Downforce: -45% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 McLaren F1 GT Increased Power 10% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 Porsche 911 GT1 Strassenversion Increased Power 13% Lowered weight/ballast 3% Early Factory Racecar Series 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione Increased power 10% Weight decreased 2%
Drivatar AI [All Platforms]
Reduced unnecessary braking scenarios for Drivatar AI opponents. Examples of this include braking while attempting to pass, two cars wide in corners, at the apex of corners, and on straights.
Tracks [All Platforms]
Gameplay[All Platforms]
Introduced a Tire Wear Scale option to Free Play and Private Multiplayer, allowing adjustments to the rate at which tires are worn. 1x is the default value. At 2x, tire wear will occur twice as fast. Values range from .5x to 10x. This setting is found in the Event Setup Rules tab and in the Fuel & Tire menu when on track. Migrated the Open Class Tour in Career from the Builders Cup tab to the Featured tab. The Open Class Tour will be found in the Featured tab going forward. Fixed an issue where lap times faster than 18 seconds on Eaglerock Oval in Rivals X Class Time Attack leaderboards were not being posted. Fixed the achievement “Leisure Cruise” so that it now correctly unlocks when the specified criteria to complete a single lap at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps during sunset has been met. [1681510] Adjusted the rolling start in the Builders Cup Power Tour: Iconic Muscle event so that cars no longer collide before the 3-2-1. [1717346] Fixed an issue where players not using steering assists were given control of their car at the wrong time when exiting the pit. [1717893] Fixed a bug in Private Multiplayer lobbies where player cars would appear on the track instead of in the pits when the host changes the selected track and while one or more players are in the Post Race screen. [1729190] Fixed an issue in Private Multiplayer where timed races didn’t mark laps as dirty when driving off track. [1757780] In Featured Multiplayer, Telemetry now states the correct number of Qualifying Laps before Featured Race. [1733624] Fixed an issue where every Featured Multiplayer post-race transition would only ever show Laguna Seca art as the next track. Now, the player will see the correct track loading screens when continuing from one completed Featured Multiplayer race to the next event. [1653249] Fixed an issue where the "Not Connected" UI popup would repeatedly show during sign-in even after a connection was regained. [1746586] Fixed an issue in the Settings menu where resetting all options to default values did not apply to Audio Performance. [1731587]
Multiplayer – Matchmaking and Events [All Platforms]
We’ve updated Safety Ratings in Featured Multiplayer by increasing the number of previous races the Safety Rating uses to determine your rating from 10 to 20, and by making on-track collisions more impactful to Safety Rating. Changes will take effect after your first race in Update 8. In addition, we’ve improved the matchmaking algorithm to search for a narrower range of Safety Ratings compared to your own. For example, players with an 'S' Safety Rating should no longer be matched with players who have 'E' and 'D' Safety Ratings. Groups will be connected to matches based on the player with the lowest Safety Rating. We’ve updated Featured Multiplayer events to use consistent weather conditions and avoid unpredictable weather transitions mid-race. [1750733] Removed the 2020 KTM X-Bow GT2 and the 2020 Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 from the Forza GT Series and added them to the Modern Factory Racecar Series in Featured Multiplayer. [1753741] Added the 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 to the Forza GT Series in Featured Multiplayer. Developer’s Note: We’re currently working on recategorizing Forza GT racecars into separate spec divisions and expect to push these changes into the game this summer. Corrected an issue where the 1969 Lola #6 Sunoco T70 MkIIIB was eligible for the Vintage Le Mans Prototypes Series rather than the Prototype Group Racing Series. [1731588]
Car Balancing [All Platforms]
The following cars have been rebalanced in Featured Multiplayer Spec Series: Featured Multiplayer Spec Series Car Name Change Summary Forza GT Series 2019 Ginetta G55 GT4 Engine torque: +25% Car Mass: +13.4% Front Downforce: -45% Rear Downforce: -45% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 McLaren F1 GT Increased Power 10% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 Porsche 911 GT1 Strassenversion Increased Power 13% Lowered weight/ballast 3% Early Factory Racecar Series 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione Increased power 10% Weight decreased 2%
Drivatar AI [All Platforms]
Reduced unnecessary braking scenarios for Drivatar AI opponents. Examples of this include braking while attempting to pass, two cars wide in corners, at the apex of corners, and on straights.
Tracks [All Platforms]
Increased the track material luminance to be more physically correct, improving the overall contrast and color saturation of the track. This affects newly released tracks as well as future track updates. Maple Valley has been refreshed with “Mobil 1 Presents Maple Valley” race day branding, which includes new track signage featuring Mobil 1. Fixed multiple pop-in zones across the entire Maple Valley track. Fixed multiple pop-in zones across the entire Mid-Ohio track. Fixed numerous areas across Mid-Ohio where textures were displayed at low resolution or stretched. Placed a barrier along the pit exit at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. To accommodate this change, leaderboards for this track have been reset. Fixed a couple zones at Brands Hatch that were missing or displaying broken skids. We’ve reset leaderboards for Le Mans track layouts following the changes made to this track in Update 7.
Cars [All Platforms]
2016 Ford Shelby GT350R: Fixed an issue where suspension couldn’t be tuned without the Drift Suspension upgrade. [1648500] 2013 McLaren P1: Fixed an issue where the aero wing wasn’t displaying its deployment animation when accelerating after braking for a turn. [1592856] 1992 Volkswagen Golf Gti 16v Mk2: Fixed an issue where the Analog speedometer did not match the telemetry. [1652263] Fixed an issue on select cars where the fog lights or reflectors would instead act as brake lights. This fix applies to the 1998 Toyota Supra RZ, 2003 Ford Focus RS and 1997 McLaren F1 GT. [1730279] [1731165]
Livery Editor[All Platforms]
Introduced a Vinyl Material tool to the Livery Editor which can be used to uniformly adjust all vinyl materials on a car from matte (non-reflective) to glossy (reflective). This includes a reset option to revert all vinyls to match car paint glossiness. Imported designs from Forza Horizon 5 using its similar feature will automatically inherit these values. When removing a livery from a vehicle, the color will now be reset to the default manufacturer color instead of the color when the player purchases it. [1731939] Adjusted the arrangement of hint buttons in Livery Editor at the bottom of the screen. [1741965] Fixed an issue in the Livery Editor where the save popup would not be shown when exiting after flipping a decal or creating a mask from a layer. [1739245] The 'Find Designs' menu is now accessible for rental cars when players try to open it from 'Design & Paint Menu' and 'Livery Mode Select' scenes. [1643182] Fixed an issue where the game was creating empty base model liveries. Forza base liveries will no longer be created and stored unless it's the current livery in use. [1551365] Added iconography to layers in the Livery Editor. The player can now see icons to indicate if it's a mask layer or a locked layer. [1370431] The background values (position, scale, color, etc.) will not change when the player is navigating through the lighting options panel. [1734187] Fixed issues when flipping the rotation of vinyls in the Livery Editor. [1728080] Fixed an issue to prevent zooming of camera if the mouse is over Livery Color Selector in all color modes (Normal, Manufacturer, Special) for consistency. [1721951] Addressed an issue where player brake calipers were displaying the wrong color instead of the expected special colors. [1712512] Fixed an issue in the Design & Paint menu where non-block color vinyl shapes ignored mask effects. [1630741]
Accessibility [All Platforms]
Screen Narrator now properly narrates the “Place in Car Bay” scene. [1738094] Screen Narrator will now read associated credit bonuses as part of the option value names on Free Play Advanced options which affect credits earned during the event. This change also fixes the display of the bonus percentages for all players. [1721875] Fixed intermittent failures of Screen Narrator to read the tab names in the Builders Cup Series Selection scene. [1721928] Screen Narrator now fully supports the “Series Standings” leaderboard scene accessed from the Builders Cup Event Setup scene. [1721944], [1657223] Screen Narrator now correctly reads the Driving Assists modal popup for new players during the initial races of Career mode. [1738064] Screen Narrator will now always correctly read the Data Out IP Address and Port settings in the Gameplay & HUD settings menu. [1667393] Fixed an issue with Screen Narrator reading DLC pack descriptions twice in Purchase Options menu. [1746587] Added descriptive text for the SoundCloud Driver Suit. [1708217] The Tune Setups menu is now fully narrated. [1709554]
Localization[All Platforms]
Fixed an issue where several words were not translated when using [sv-SE] (Swedish-Sweden) language. [1589182] Fixed an issue causing hint button text to exceed the text boundaries in several languages. [1711597] Fixed a typo in Screen Narrator voiceovers in [pt-BR] (Portuguese-Brazil) when viewing car info panels. [1712323] Fixed an issue that caused text to overlap in the Fuel & Tire setup screen when text size is set to largest, and the language is set to [fi-FI] (Finnish-Finland). [1749301] Fixed an issue where the word “Pause” is not translated in [ja-JP] (Japanese-Japan). [1749465] Fixed an issue where the word “Hardcore” is not translated in several languages. [1749471] Fixed an incorrect character in [zh-TW] (Taiwanese Mandarin-Taiwan) that caused Fuel & Tire menu categories to be mistranslated. [1749479]

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2024.05.14 21:04 aerovistae Switched from League to Dota after 3 years, felt like writing up a comparison between the two

After playing League for ~3 years I decided to stop and learn a new game and now have been playing Dota for about 8 months. As I've been learning I've been comparing and contrasting them, and I felt like writing up my thoughts.
I'm not a high ranked player; I was emerald in League and I don't really played ranked in dota. It doesn't matter, since this post isn't about tactics/strategy or how to win-- I'm just talking about the differences between the mechanics of the two games and their clients.
Disclaimer, this is all about Soloqueue. Pro play is a different environment and many things are different. I'm just talking about the average player's experience.
In Dota's Favor:

Much better tools for learning. The tutorial is better. You're able to click other heroes to see their abilities in-game. The guide system to tell you what to buy and how to use it, as well as how to use your abilities. League does have recommended items and recommended order for ability-leveling, but the fact that you can choose between different guides for different roles in dota is huge, and the user-written text telling you when and how to use specific items for a hero is also majorly helpful.
The game is less punishing to learn than league, for a multitude of reasons. Don't get me wrong, it still has an enormous barrier to entry and a steep learning curve, but it's just less painful. If you haven't played both it's hard to relate. League has two 1v1 lanes and very little sustain - there's no couriers to bring you tangos and mangos. You have to walk, but missing even a little XP can be devastating, so leaving lane at all can end your lane for you. If you're new and you're laning against someone who isn't new, it is absolutely brutal and you basically cannot play the game. Everyone who ever learned League without prior moba experience remembers what it was like in those first couple months being alone in lane against people who have been playing for years - especially in top lane or mid lane - and just getting fucking demolished 1v1 and not even being able to play. That can happen in dota too, but it just doesn't happen as much by comparison. And while there are roaming supports in dota, there's no jungler role, a very stressful role which in league which often leads to that player being blamed for everything that goes wrong in a match.
Way, way, way more interesting items. There are so many active items in Dota, and they feel much more impactful. Having a tool like orchid malevolence or eul's is just enormously powerful. By comparison nearly every item in league is just a statstick. The only comparable items in league are Zhonya's Hourglass (kind of like a self-only Eul's) and Guardian Angel (literally Aegis - the resurrection effect isn't as game-changing in league as it is in dota). There's also a couple of items that give shields (damage barriers), but pretty much everything else is just....more damage, more armor, more health, more attack speed, etc. The item selection is just downright boring by comparison.
Way more beautiful map. It's not even close. Dota's map has so much going on. There's so many different places and different entities and landforms, and it's just beautiful. Trees, high ground, outposts, trails through the woods, a radiant side and a dire side, day/night cycle....League's map feels small, empty, and stale by comparison.
Fights are slower and longer in Dota. You last longer. You don't get one-shot as much. It's nice. It can be very frustrating in league being killed in a half second before you can do literally anything, over and over, game after game (if you get a bit unlucky and are playing a squishy champ/role and they have one or more assassins).
More team-oriented. Due to the prevalence of long-lasting debuffs from both items and hero abilities, no one person can really just solo carry to the same extent as in League. In my experience it's much less common to see someone 1v9 in Dota, and usually it's because the enemy team is just making stupid choices. In League it happens close to every other game.
Built-in voice chat. This actually does come in handy a lot. Hate not having it in league.
Turbo mode. This mode is just great. Wish league had it. Great for learning and testing and playing casually when you don't have time or interest in a serious game.
Not having to recall (teleport to base for hp/mana) is nice. More time spent out on the map playing. Having teleport constantly available lets you take part in more plays. Couriers are great. It's awesome having items shipped out to you instead of having to spend time retrieving them.
Better demo tool by far. League's practice tool is notoriously shitty. Being able to open the demo tool while you're waiting in queue in Dota is amazing. Can't do that in league.
The backpack is sick. Love being able to hold 3 additional items. Just gives you nice flexibility with consumables and components.
Neutral items. This just doesn't exist in league and I wish it did because these are really fun and cool.
Agh's shard and scepter, and the talent tree. None of these things exist in League and they add so much and make the game much more fun to progress through.
More late game avenues to spend gold. Buybacks, Agh's shard and blessing, edible moon shard, boots of travel 1 & 2, item sharing, etc etc. I realize it's fairly rare to reach that level of full build in ranked, but in low level games it's more common and especially in turbo and honestly it's just great to have stuff to spend the gold on. In league you hit the 6 item cap and that's it, any gold beyond that is mostly wasted. It feels bad.
On a related note, it's also really nice how the dota items are useful already at their not-yet-fully-built stage, like how Eul's is a crucial item that doesn't really NEED to be upgraded to Wind Waker, but optionally CAN be later when you have the gold and nothing of higher priority to spend it on anymore. In League you don't get effects like the active on Eul's until you've completed it into its final form (i.e. Wind Waker). This means that in League, with rare exception, you don't really have much choice but to fully finish items one by one, whereas in Dota it's the norm to only build the intermediate item and not FULLY complete it until super late game if at all.
The announcer saying "Holy SHIT" when you go on a 10 kill streak. I find this hilarious.
Better ability tooltips. When the talent tree adds +40 damage to a skill, that skill's text is updated to reflect that. I love this. League has a lot of little issues with incomplete tooltips that don't tell you the full story of how an ability works. You have to reference the wiki constantly. I have to reference it SOMETIMES in dota (like I had no idea why Pudge's E could completely block the damage from his W until I read on the wiki that the rot damage is divided into 5x per second, not 1 instance once per second), but in League I have to reference it pretty much...uh....ngl, constantly. Even as someone who has played it for thousands of hours. Feelsbad.
Better cosmetics store. League's just has a splash art image of a skin and a purchase button. You have to go to youtube to see how it actually looks, and you cannot try it out at all without buying it. The fact that Dota allows you to launch into the demo tool with any cosmetic is amazing and something League players would literally trade sexual favors for.
Cosmetics for things other than the heroes/champions themselves. In League you can only buy champion skins. In Dota you can buy cosmetics for the ancient, the towers, the creeps, the map, etc. None of that exists in League. We fucking WISH we could buy that kind of stuff. Riot are you listening?

In League's favor:

Better lore. It's not a contest really. League's champions all have names and stories that are placed front and center, whereas Dota hero names are kind of buried and infrequently referenced. They're more like archetypes than individuals with their own identities. I mean...there's LITERALLY a dude called "Anti-Mage." There's a dude on a bat and his name is Batrider. The videos and media around champion releases in league are just way cooler. Check out the fiddlesticks rework video on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNn2F39G-6s
WAYYYYY better champion animations and sound design. This is for me where League blows Dota out of the water. Go ult someone as Axe - he does a little hop and swing animation. Then check this out, the corresponding ultimate in League from Darius, at the 3min mark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRu0IznjCSc There's really just nothing in Dota that feels like Jhin, or Ekko, or so many others. With rare exception, almost all the champions in league have aspects that FEEL amazing - great sound design / animations / feedback delays that are incredibly rewarding. Dota's heros are really fun to play and I'm having a great time, but if you put them side by side with a pretty large percent of League's cast, the animations of many of their abilities and movements just feel kinda flat and low-budget by comparison.
Cooler duels. Dueling is a big part of league and it doesn't seem to be such a big part of Dota by comparison. Whenever a fight starts, people teleport in and it becomes a teamfight, or someone disengages and gets away somehow using one of the many items like force staff or eul's. In league, two lanes are 1v1 and the jungler also often 1v1s, so there's a kind of constant dueling and it really lets you find fun ways to express skill and mastery. There's only one item that will get you out of a sticky situation instead of many, and only a portion of champions can reasonably build that item in the first place.
More 1v9 potential. Because there's so much less CC by comparison to dota, and champion counters aren't as hard as in dota, a single player can completely take over a game and win versus multiple opponents at once single-handedly. This can be really, really exciting and it's one of the high points of League that makes the game addictive.
Having to recall (teleport to base for mana/health/buy items) actually can be kinda nice too, by comparison. It lets you take a breather and just look over the state of the game while you walk back to lane.
Being able to see on the tab scoreboard what items and creep score people have is really, really nice. It's really fucking annoying in Dota having to click champion portraits to see what items they have, and if you click ANYTHING else it hides it again so you have to do it while standing still or moving in a straight line. Probably dota loyalists will say this is part of the skill of the game, but honestly imo it's just annoying/bad UI design that people sort of just got used to and became convinced was "part of the game."
Skillshots! In Dota most abilities are just unit targeted or AOE, while disjointing does exist, aiming isn't really as big a mechanic. There ARE abilities you have to aim, which in league we'd call skillshots, but they're far fewer. In league skillshots are kind of the norm, and aiming them and dodging them is a huge part of the game and it's fun to do so and makes you feel cool when you land them or dodge them. Having nearly everything be unit targeted isn't bad, it's just different, but it is something I enjoy a lot in League.
You can buy as many wards as you want. I hate having to share wards with the team in dota, and the store being out of them. I understand it's part of the game and managing that is part of the skill of dota, but I find it tedious and don't really enjoy it as a mechanic. Similarly, in League basic wards don't take up an inventory slot and instead get their own special slot like TP scrolls in Dota, which is really nice. It's pretty frustrating losing an inventory slot to wards.
Manaless champions. There are a couple dozen champions in League that don't use mana, and many people enjoy playing them. Dota doesn't really have that.
Simplicity. League has a smaller and simpler map, fewer mechanics, FAR fewer active item abilities, and more rigidity to its champion roles and how the game is played in soloqueue. Dota is kind of intimidating to learn from the sheer amount of stuff it has going on. Not everyone has the time or interest for it all.
Rotating game modes. ARAMs (all random all mid: a constant 5v5 teamfight on a map that only has one lane in the form of a bridge connecting the two teams' bases and nowhere else to go) are pretty great. Dota's modes seem to be a bit more static and homogenous, but idk, it's possible I just haven't been playing long enough yet?
Better champion skins, frankly. Some of League's skins are just amazing, and they ALL come with complete visual makeovers for all of the champion's abilities. While you can buy individual ability effect cosmetics in Dota, the options are somewhat limited by comparison. Any skin purchase in League will redo all the abilities to varying extents. Sometimes it's a small change, but higher-end skins make very significant changes. Dota does have some cool skins and a ton of cool minor cosmetics, but I would say League wins here.

Conclusions:
On the whole I'd say there's more things to like about Dota than about League just in sheer quantity of bullet points, but I love both games and I think they're both really fun. If Dota improved their lore, their animations, and their tab screen and League improved their cosmetics store and their map and added neutral items, the talent tree, and agh's shard & scepter, I wouldn't really have any major complaints about either of them.
I think anyone who loves one game could potentially love the other one too and it's totally worth learning whichever one you don't already know, if you have the time. Obviously these games take a ton of time and most people barely have time for one let alone two. But if you're young especially, they're both really fun.
It's pretty hard for me to see eye-to-eye with the people who love one game and ferociously hate on the other - it seems childish and kind of empty. To not find one as fun as the other, sure, that's normal, but to expend energy hating the other one and constantly shitting on it, that just confuses me. You can have a favorite while still acknowledging the other as a comparably enjoyable game.
One final note - one of the things I found most interesting about comparing them is seeing which mechanics are normal in one game that would be overpowered in the other game.
In League there is a champion named Zilean whose ult is to enchant an ally such that if they die in the next 5 seconds they're resurrected - basically Aegis, but on a one minute cooldown, for anyone on your team who needs it. Zilean would likely have a >90% wr in dota.
But then in Dota Nature's Prophet's teleport has a 90s/60s/30s cooldown and he can access it from level one if he chooses to, and eventually has a talent that removes its cooldown completely. Meanwhile this exists in League as one of the strongest ults in the game and with one of the longest cooldowns of any champion ability. Nature's prophet would have a >90% wr in League.

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2024.05.14 21:03 chronicallyill_dr Had an unstable looking man follow me on my way home

Sorry for the incredibly long post, apparently I’m very descriptive, I blame ADHD. This is a story of my college years when I moved half a country away. I had a couple other creepy encounters in this exact area, so I might make a post of those later on.
I’ll set the stage: I was a 25 year old woman and in my final year of med school, living in an apartment a few blocks from my university’s medical area, with two roomates. I had a long term boyfriend (my now husband), but since he went to college for something else, he’d graduated college a few years before and was working abroad by this point, and my family lived 8 hours away. Most out of state students lived in the surrounding area since medical school requires you to have weird schedules, or you get a couple hours of down time between things, so it was practical. However, this made it known that lots of young people ‘with money’ lived in the area, and it was ripe for some people to take advantage of that. Therefore we were always aware of our surroundings when out of campus.
I lived close to the side that was towards the entrance of the University Hospital. Now this is a tertiary level (most specialized) public hospital, so we saw uninsured low income patients from the whole northeast part of the country. We were such a high volume hospital that every area was always overflowing, as such we had strict visitation hours and family members couldn’t stay inside overnight. As these were very poor people, they were always staying and sleeping in the streets outside the hospital and under the bridge in the avenue outside. While generally safe, this would attract unsavory or unstable characters here and there on occasion. I had to walk through there to get to my apartment. This is a VERY segregated city, so just the next block over it was a way nicer and safer area. Not many students lived on this side since it was comprised mainly of well off old people who owned their houses, so very little places available for rent.
Now to the creepy encounter. One day I was walking to my apartment after a rotation that ended around 2 pm, and I lived roughly three blocks away from the hospital. Since we’re right next to one of the main avenues in the city, and this was a purely residential neighborhood full of old people, we rarely saw movement, everyone stayed in the block right outside the hospital. We only had local traffic, and it’s literally deserted at this time of the day. As I’m walking towards my street, I see a disheveled man coming from it and looking to be in a hurry. This immediately raised a red flag as there’s literally nothing to do there for blocks and he looked out of place.
We both cross the street at the same time, going opposite directions. I reflexively glance to his face as it’s well manners in my country to acknowledge strangers in public with a slight smile or nod. I did neither, because as I looked at him I saw it. He was clearly very much intoxicated, it was a face I was well acquainted with as we saw it a lot in patients at the hospital. Not only that, but I then realized his whole persona screamed long term substance abuse. Not trying to be prejudicial, but as doctors it’s drilled in us to be observant and notice patterns. And he looked like someone who has forwent a lot of things due to addiction, hygiene, food, etc. And so I knew they tend to be a lot more impulsive, aggressive and violent than the general population.
I was trying to tell myself I was being paranoid, and that I interacted with people like him all the time and should try not to judge him. But also, as a woman from a misogynist country where gender violence is a daily thing, being in an isolated area, with a person under the influence, a man… all the alarms were ringing in my head. It’s insane the amount of information I gathered, assessed, and thoughts that ran through my head, because basically no time had passed. So we finished crossing the street in different directions.
I kinda glanced to the side to keep an eye out on him from the corner of my eye without actually looking back at him, the last thing I wanted to do was grab his attention. And out of the corner of my eye I saw him do a U-turn and start walking straight where he had come from, behind me. FUCK. He went to the other sidewalk, but I could see him a few steps behind from the corner of my eye. So this is when I start increasing my pace to put some distance, he did the same. I increased it a bit more, he did it again. Fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck. It dawned on me that this was for real. So as calm as I could I discreetly reached into my handbag and unlatched my key chain pepper spray. Thank you past me, was all that I was thinking. I had it in the hand he couldn’t see, released the lock and was ready to use it.
At this point I’m panicking as we’re like 4 houses away from mine, and we’re approaching fast. I did not know what to do. Calling the police was a no go as they’re both corrupt and lazy in this country. Couldn’t call my boyfriend or family as they didn’t live there. I knew my roommates for sure weren’t at the apartment at that hour either. The house next to mine was abandoned, maybe I could hide there? But if he figured it out I probably would have no way out. I could scream and make a scene, but people here are old, if they were even in their house who knows if they were at home, they’d would’ve even come out, or be able to help me. There’s no way I could outrun him, and it would be blocks before I encountered another human being. While that was looking like a viable option with the pepper spray, it was very risky. And I for sure did not want this guy to know where I lived. There’s no way I could put enough distance for him not to see me, run towards the back or the side of the house (I lived on the top floor of a duplex), run up the stairs, get to the landing, unlock the three bolts in two doors that we had, specially as I would have to fumble with the high security lock’s key, and close both before he saw where I went.
And so I made a quick decision and decided to gamble it. I sprinted to put as much distance between us without outright running, I dashed through our open garage towards the back of the house on one side. I couldn’t access the backward this way, but it’s how you went up the stairs to my apartment. The stairs went from back to front of the house, so you couldn’t see the steps or if someone was on them, if that makes sense. So I climbed halfway up the stairs and hid there, from the distance he was at when I sprinted he couldn’t really see if I dashed towards my apartment of the abandoned house before mine.
I waited for a bit, ready to use the pepper spray and run towards the street if he catched me. That would be my feeble attempt to make him believe I didn’t live there and was just hiding there. So after a bit I carefully peered from the side of the stairs. I saw that asshole stop his sprint right in front of my house. He looked in confusion towards the top floor landing/balcony, peered at the open garage spaces and the houses next to mine. I’m thankfully guessing his deductive skills weren’t that sharp considering the state he was in. He saw nothing, shrugged,did a fucking u-turn once again and walked back to where we just came from.
I waited a bit to make sure he wasn’t near and hurried the fuck up inside my apartment. I was a paranoid for a bit that he would decide to come back again, but thankfully never saw him again.

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2024.05.14 21:03 gal_h Liberal Arts sucks

Edit: this is an individuallistic experience sharing and not in any sense a statistical analysis. Take what Im saying with the understanding that it was my own experience and in no way means that it is what is happening in general.
Okay I know that in general all those subjects important to an extent and as a music student who am I to say which subjects are legitimate for college. I never been to America before, and I always thought that how Republicans engage with the college issue is goofy as shit. Until I enrolled to college... i kind of enjoyed my jazz program, but also as part of my degree, I needed to take some liberal arts classes. Let me tell you- the stigma of how Republicans portrays college is less ridiculous than what I observed. And I know that this is only my limited experience, but if it is common in other colleges, than no wonders that you have someone like finkelstein, or omer badar, or hamas piker. In one of my classes I argued with the teacher for 30 minutes on whether John Locke is a philosopher or not. After that he claimed that liberalism is all about slavery and misogyny because of some text of John Locke talking about slavery in a time where everyone enslaved. In another class, the teacher said awww in disgust, because we saw a musical full of white people (let me remind you that this is a medium popularized by mostly white people). In general some of the teachers particiant in the protests (which I think is illegal, not sure), and they even strike for it, while still having full-on salary.
I'm sorry but if this is acceptable in universities, than maybe Republicans weren't that wrong about universities. And I'm saying it as more leaning left person.

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2024.05.14 21:02 CampingWorld Guide to Joshua Tree National Park RV Camping

If you ask other RVers which national park is their favorite, someone is bound to mention Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California. It's a camper's paradise with wide open space and panoramic views.
Most evenings, the landscape glows at golden hour, and the sky turns from red hot at sunset to dark blue and star-filled at night. You can enjoy the remoteness of the park but also its proximity to Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley.
Take the time during your visit to enjoy the endless roads of the desert landscape, play on the rock formations, and, of course, marvel at the Joshua Trees.

Why Visit Joshua Tree National Park?

The first reason to visit Joshua Tree National Park is to see its famous and fascinating Joshua Trees. Since the Mojave desert is the only place in the world where they grow naturally, Joshua Tree National Park is the best place to see them.
These trees range between 15-40 feet tall and can live an impressive 150 years. They’re members of the Yucca family and appear as though they're from a different planet, with limbs unpredictably jetting out like they have their own minds.
Another great reason to visit Joshua Tree National Park is the warm weather and abundance of sunshine. It’s no secret that RVers love to snowbird and the Californian desert is a wonderful place to be during the spring and fall months. You’ll enjoy sunny days and clear nights, perfect for dry camping with solar panels.

When to Visit Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park is open year-round, but the best times to visit are during the spring and fall months. Park elevations range from 536 feet to 5,814 feet above sea level, so expect conditions to vary depending on where you go in the park.
Here’s more information on the seasonal weather in Joshua Tree.

Spring

Spring is a very popular time in the park because the temperatures range from the mid-60s in February to the mid-70s in April. Depending on the year, wildflower blooms can be seen in the latter part of spring at the lower elevations within the Pinto Basin.

Summer

Due to extreme desert heat (+100℉ days are the norm), the park is pretty quiet during the summer. Late in the summer, monsoon season hits Joshua Tree, which cools down the daytime temperatures but can also lead to flash flooding in valleys and ravines.

Fall

Monsoon season continues into the fall, but it soon gives way to one of the best times to visit. Temperatures from August into October fall from the upper 90s into the low 80s, and evening temperatures range from the low 70s to the low 50s, on average.

Winter

In the heart of winter, the park's average daily temperature is 60 degrees Fahrenheit, which is perfectly comfortable, but the nights get cold and often drop to freezing. Overnight temperatures in December and January average in the mid-30s.
Check the park’s website for the latest weather alerts and condition updates.

Where to Stay

Joshua Tree National Park is pretty remote and expansive. You'll want to stay a few days. Unlike other national parks, there are no lodges or resorts for overnight accommodations. There are eight developed campgrounds, however, and camping out under the stars at Joshua Tree is an unforgettable experience.
Here are a few important things to be aware of ahead of time if you plan to camp in Joshua Tree.

Reservation versus First-Come, First-Served

Four of the developed campsites require reservations. They’re larger than the first-come, first-served campgrounds, and some offer water and flush toilets. These campgrounds fill up very quickly. We recommend planning well in advance.

Reservation Required Campgrounds

Black Rock and Cottonwood are the most developed campgrounds (water, toilets, sanitation dump) and are the only campgrounds you can stay in if you have a larger rig.
Black Rock has six sites that can accommodate rigs with a total length (tow vehicle included) of 38-40 feet and seven sites up to 42 feet. Cottonwood has around twenty-five campsites that can accommodate rigs slightly longer than 35 feet.
Indian Cove and Jumbo Rocks both have a few spots for RVs up to 35 feet in total length. If you have a rig larger than 35 feet, site availability may be considerably limited.

First-come, First-served Campgrounds

These campgrounds are great options if you have a smaller rig and the good fortune of securing a site. During the popular season, these campgrounds fill every weekend and often during the week, as well.

These are primitive campgrounds, so you will need to bring (and carry out) everything you’ll need during your stay.

Staying Outside the Park

If you’re unable to find a site in the park or you’re looking for a campground with more amenities, here are a few nearby campgrounds:

TwentyNine Palms RV Resort and Cottages: About 10 minutes from the north entrance.
Sam’s Family Spa and Resort: About 45 minutes from the main visitor center.
Catalina Spa and RV Resort: About 50 minutes from the main visitor center.
Palm Springs Oasis RV Resort: About 45 minutes from the south entrance.
Indian Waters RV Resort and Cottages: About 30 minutes from the south entrance.

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Tips for Your Camping Stay

Reservations for the reservable campgrounds can be made up to six months in advance.
Reserve using the links below or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
No campgrounds in the park offer electric RV hookups.
Generator use is restricted to 7-9 am, noon-2 pm, and 5-7 pm.
Hammocks are not permitted in campgrounds and must be hung from rocks or climbing bolts elsewhere to protect the park’s sensitive vegetation.
Backpacking is permitted in the park, but it requires more advanced planning and preparation.

How To Get Around

Nestled between I-10 and California SR 62, Joshua Tree is located in Southeastern California and is easy to access. Several towns nearby, including Palm Springs, Indio, and Twentynine Palms, make perfect supply stops before entering the park.
Indio is the last best stop on I-10 if you’re entering the park from the south. The park’s south entrance is located off Exit 168, about 30 minutes east of Indio. The park also offers a west entrance on Quail Springs Road, about 10 minutes southeast of the town of Joshua Tree. And the north entrance is just ten minutes south of Twentynine Palms on Utah Trail.
Several paved roads allow you to traverse the park, but going from site to site can require long drive times. The most frequented sites are located near the northern edge of the park, so if you’re coming from the south along I-10, you’ll be driving through the park for an hour or so before you spot your first Joshua Tree.

Places to Go

There are many places to visit in the park that offer a variety beyond the infamous trees. It’s a unique location that features the intersection of two desert ecosystems.

Cholla Cactus Garden

The Cholla Cactus Garden is its own special area and is unlike any other part of the park. Be sure to enjoy the flat, ¼-mile nature trail to get the best look at the cacti. This patch of cacti is incredible because it mostly consists of Teddybear Cholla, which is the star of the cactus world.
The Cholla Cactus Garden is so impressive, and you’ll love snapping photos of these majestic plants. Their beauty changes throughout the day depending on how the sunlight hits them. A small word of advice, look but don’t touch. Ouch!

Arch Rock

Arch Rock is a very popular rock formation located a half-mile from White Tank Campground. The loop trail is easy to follow and a perfect activity for the whole family. Of course, the Arch Rock itself is the thing people most want to see, but there's lots of space to wander around and explore the other rock formations, too.
It’s also a very popular place for night photography and stargazing. If interested, White Tank Campground is a really convenient place to stay because of its proximity to the trailhead.

Keys View

Keys View is a popular lookout that offers incredible panoramic views of the park and the Coachella Valley. If beautiful scenery is your thing, make sure to visit Keys View. It’s about a 20-minute drive from the main road to the lookout via Keys View Rd.

Ryan Mountain

One of the most popular activities in the park is the hike to Ryan Mountain. This 3-mile round trip trail leads to the summit, where you’ll be treated to sweeping 360-degree views. The hike is listed as challenging by the NPS, so be sure to bring plenty of water and expect changing weather conditions.

Things to Do

The combination of the Mojave Desert and the Colorado Desert makes Joshua Tree a wonderful desert wilderness to explore. Here are some of the most popular activities in the park:

Hiking

Hiking is a great way to get off the road and experience more of the desert landscape. The National Park Service offers plenty of safety tips for hiking in Joshua Tree, and here are some of the park’s most popular trails:

Barker Dam Trail: An easy 1.1-mile trail with interpretive exhibits containing information on park history. It’s a popular place for viewing bighorn sheep from a safe distance.
Oasis of Mara Trail: A 0.5-mile trail to explore a desert oasis and learn how it’s harbored human and animal life for centuries.
Lost Horse Mine Trail: A moderate 4-mile out and back trail to explore what was once the area’s most successful gold mine.
Mastodon Peak Trail: A moderate 3-mile loop trail with an optional scramble to the top of a granite peak.
Lost Palms Oasis Trail: A challenging 7.5-mile out and back trail down a canyon to one of the park’s most remote fan palm oases.

The Park Service DOES NOT recommend attempting challenging hikes in the heat due to the elevated risk of sun exposure and dehydration.

Mountain Biking

The majority of the park’s paved roads are not suitable for road cycling. However, several backcountry roads are perfect for mountain bikes. There are even three campsites within Ryan Campground dedicated to cyclists.
Be aware that bikes are only allowed on roads open to vehicle traffic but that the main park roads do not offer bike lanes or wide shoulders. Consult the park’s website for safety tips and road recommendations before biking in Joshua Tree.

Photography

Photographers love Joshua Tree because of the variety it contains. From sunrise to sunset, photographers can find landscapes, animal inhabitants, and even human visitors to place in frame.
Commercial photography does require a permit, and if you’re interested in expanding your knowledge, the Desert Institute offers field courses in partnership with the Joshua Tree National Park Association.

Stargazing

Stars can be hard to come by in urban areas like San Diego and Los Angeles, but Joshua Tree is a different story. Designated as an International Dark Sky Park, it offers some of the best stargazing in all of Southern California.
After the sun goes down, keep your headlamp in red light mode to preserve your night vision. Your eyes will need less time to adjust when you lie down to see how many shooting stars you can count!

Rock Climbing

Rock climbing, in addition to bouldering and slacklining, is another great activity to enjoy in the park. To date, there are more than 8,000 known climbing routes, over 2,000 bouldering problems, and numerous natural rock gaps that make the perfect spot to set up a slackline.
On a busy weekend, the park may have hundreds of climbers enjoying their slice of this monzogranite mecca. So be sure to follow Leave No Trace Principles and familiarize yourself with the park’s climbing management plan before your visit.

What to Bring and How to Prepare

The desert can be dangerous, and the weather can change quickly. Check the forecast frequently and pack layers to prepare for changing conditions.
The remote location means there is no cell service in many parts of the park. Communicate your plans to loved ones or authorities ahead of time, especially if traveling alone.
Investing in a cell signal booster may improve cell reception in areas with limited service.
A quality camping cooler is a great way to keep food and beverages cold in the heat of the desert.
Bring an extra canopy tent and ensure your awning is in good condition so you can escape direct sunlight during the heat of the day.
Keep up with air conditioner maintenance to regulate the temperature inside your RV.
For the latest info on visiting Joshua Tree, visit their website: Joshua Tree National Park.

Brief History of Joshua Tree National Park

Despite its harsh desert environment, humans have inhabited the area that is now Joshua Tree for more than 5,000 years. In the modern era, the biggest threats to this natural environment were land developers and cactus poachers.
In the late 1920s, a Pasadena resident named Minerva Hoyt began voicing her concerns about the unregulated removal of cacti and other desert plants to be used in home gardens throughout Los Angeles.
In a relatively short time, her conservation efforts resulted in the formation of the Joshua Tree National Monument in 1936. The original protected area encompassed roughly 825,000 acres but was reduced by about 265,000 acres in 1950 when the Park Service excluded certain mining parcels in the eastern part of the park.
On Halloween in 1994, the Desert Protection Bill passed and Joshua Tree was elevated to national park status. The bill also added back approximately 234,000 acres of what had been lost in the 50s.
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Have you been to Joshua Tree National Park? Share your tips and advice in the comments below.

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2024.05.14 20:59 thomasshelbylover69 Stolen iPhone 3 hours ago. 3 questions.

If I removed data, will it still be locked?
The phone says pending on Lost Mode. How can I know if it's accessed? I have a very easy password which 159357 so I'm worrying.
The location stopped getting tracked 3 hours ago. What are the chances that I will see it online again?

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2024.05.14 20:53 shaneka69 CANCER ZODIAC - UNEXPECTED INCOME! TAROT READING MAY 2024

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2024.05.14 20:52 Flashy-Set8622 Thoughts / advice?

Last November my Vespa was stolen. I was out of town when it happened ( they weirdly took it the day I left town. ) it was stolen from the locked gated back area of my apartment complex. I was gone for a week, but a neighbor saw it in their alley where the thief dumped it like a block from my building and posted a photo on a neighborhood fb group. When I got back I noticed it was gone immediately and, via some community help, was able to recover it. I locked it up back in the same gated area and kept it there while I figure out what to do next.

 The thief had pulled the front cover / badge off, kicked the handle bars to break the steering lock and pushed it away. Presumably got tired of pushing it or something else deterred them from taking it home and further violating it. As far as I can tell all of the damage was done to the fork/ ignition/ handlebars etc. A service tech from local scooter shop, with whom I have a long standing relationship, reached out via text to tell me that they saw it listed on a local Vespa page would repair it for me if I brought it in. Typically I do all of my own work on my bikes, but as it was getting cold and I don’t have a proper garage I agreed and had it towed up there. This was in late December. Fast forward to now, they haven’t repaired it, they keep telling me different things when I call ( I didn’t call for like three months bc winte cold/ being patient etc) and they generally give me a back ordered part excuse or something similar. Now it’s mid May, gorgeous out, and I’m missing some prime ass riding days.

So far I’ve been told

The repair will be close to a grand and maybe I just want to buy a new scooter from them- I said no thanks let’s just repair it - this was in late March.
The fork is back ordered with no clue as to when a replacement is available, but it could be repaired by replacing the ignition and using the old fork, but I’d lose the steering lock. I agreed to this repair - this was mid April.
I called like two weeks later and was told the fork was back ordered. I reminded them that we had discussed repairing it with the parts available and he said , oh yes. Let’s do that. And have still heard nothing.
Now when I call that service tech is not available to talk and the other techs don’t know anything about the situation. ( my guy is the service dept manager)
At this point I’m ready to just go get the bike and figure it out on my own. I see the parts I need are available from scooter west, I have tools, space, basic knowhow and a youtube account so it should be easy enough to knock out. But I’m just flummoxed as to why do all of this. It’s been 5 months. They deffo had plenty of time to repair it if they were going to, AND THEY REACHED OUT TO ME UNSOLICITED!!! Im super annoyed but I don’t feel like I can express this to them or they’ll find some way to delay longer or fuck with me more. It just seems like if they were gonna fix it they would have by now. And I’m sure they’re super busy now that riding season is in full swing. Anyway just needed to get this off my chest. Any advice as to how to proceed? or has anyone experienced anything like this before? I’ve been buying stuff from this shop for years, I still have good will towards them but wtf. WHY??

Edit : clarification

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2024.05.14 20:48 pr0f13n Box's Physical Value

Bought Key 01 and Box 01, I avoided checking this subreddit before I received mines and was kind of disappointed, however what made me more disappointed was just now finding out there's 5 boxes ???
Anyways, for those who don't have the box its pretty much made of some sort of aluminum and could probably be easily destroyed with only a few hammer swings. The key slot feels rather loose and honestly could be picked pretty easily or even other methods could defeat the lock. I'm gonna assume they ordered a ton of regular lockboxes (each would manufacture for like 2-5$) wholesale from some kind of manufacture (china), gave them all the red coat and decals. The decals however do feel well printed onto the box, so for utility usage this could definitely store any other smaller MSCHF items lying around with the key inserted (You can easily pull out and place back the foam) , however I wouldn't lock anything valuable in it as it seems to be defeated pretty easily especially if you just strike the lock part in with a screwdriver, and it sticks out in any room.
Will I buy any more Boxes? really depends on if theres any hint about the endgoal since this could very easily just be boxes and nothing more, which 1 is cool but why would anyone need 5 of them.
TL;DR: Box looks cool on a shelf but functionally shouldn't lock anything in it.
Feel free to correct me if these were created domestically

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2024.05.14 20:35 YesterdayOk9882 Would we be the assholes if we don’t attend our childhood friends wedding?

Hi Morgan, Longtime listener, first time writing in. My best friend and I are having trouble figuring out the right thing to do in this situation and wanted to get an outside perspective. Buckle up because this is a LONG one because theres a lot of backstory that’s necessary.
Would we be the assholes if we didn’t attend our childhood best friends wedding?
There is a lot of context in this storyline so I’ll try to give a lot of detail. We start in January of 2023, my best friend, Greta(26F) and I(26F) get in contact with one of our childhood best friends, Laura (26F), and plan a visit to catch up on the past 10ish years that we’ve been apart. Laura moved away from our hometown when we were 15. Now Greta and I live about 2 hours from where Laura moved to when we were young, so we reached out and invited her and her fiancé Logan(26M) up to stay with us and hang out.
They come visit, we have such a great time, her fiancé was pretty quiet and distant the whole time, but the 3 of us together were big talkers so I just chalked it up to him not being able to get a word in and they left. In March they came back to visit again and announced to us that they were moving a few states away. We were really sad, but happy for them since they were getting to move somewhere that they’d wanted to be for a while. They were going to elope together after a few months but Logan had a university study abroad for a month in Japan so they were going to wait until after.
So, he leaves for Japan in May, and while he is away a girl reaches out to Laura from the college that Logan attends. This girl tells Laura that her friend had been getting really close with Logan, uncomfortably so and she wanted to give Laura a heads up that she thought they were romantically involved. Greta and I were worried but Laura brushed it off and said it was probably nothing, so Greta and I dropped it because we didn’t feel close enough to Laura to tell her we felt like she should look into it more.
Flash forward 2 weeks into Logan’s study abroad, he calls Laura at 5AM to let her know that he doesn’t think he wants to get married anymore. She’s distraught but has to go into work that morning and calls us after to let us know. We support her, you know he fucking sucks for doing that not only over the phone but right before she went into work, real shady. Greta and I are very worried about Laura because Laura really wants to make it work, but we still don’t say anything because we just want to be there for her.
He gets back and agrees to go to couples counseling, they do couples counseling for 2 weeks, during this time he repairs her car. Replaces a tire, breaks, oil change, the works, he’s been working with cars for a long time, so this was no biggie. Well after that two weeks, Laura comes home to all of Logan’s stuff packed and he tells her it’s over and he’s moving back home. He leaves. She’s devastated. We comfort her, come up and visit her, and tell her that she doesn’t need him and she slowly starts getting over him. Meanwhile she gives us A TON of context about her relationship with Logan. She paid for his college, he has had no job for the past 2 years while getting his degree, so she had been financially supporting them both. She paid for his trip to Japan, he put her in 20K of credit card debt, and more in personal loans, etc. Then in couples therapy told her he wasn’t attracted to her because she made money and he didn’t (so weird).
So immediately Greta and I are like, “Girl, we had a bad feeling, we wanted to tell you but didn’t want to upset you, we’re just glad you’re finally out of that mess”. She tells us that next time we should come to her and be honest with her, we apologize and agree. Then one day Laura calls us to tell us that she almost got into a really bad car accident. She lives in a mountainous area and her breaks went out on her when she was driving on the interstate on a hill, she managed to pull of into a grass median and slow the car down.
She gets the car towed to a mechanic that night and heads to work the next morning. Mechanic calls her midday. He asks he who worked on her car last, she said “My ex” and he said “Is he still in your life?” she said no. And he said “Good, Because I’ve never seen anything like this in my 20 years as a mechanic.” Her brake fluid hadn’t been connected so all the break fluid drained out. Her brake pads weren’t fastened/screwed in to the wheels, the were just placed in there. And he back tire bolts were stripped so hard that he said he tire probably would’ve come off had she kept driving.
Later that week, Logan asks to talk to her, she agrees only to get closure on the situation. Well he calls and begs her to get back together, she says no absolutely not. Then he asks” How’s the car?” She said, “Well I almost died last week”, he immediately jumped to the defensive “Well, that had nothing to do with me, I didn’t do anything” a very guilty response, so we were all convinced he tried to kill her. She filed a police report on him and started moving on. This is in July.
Now we move into part two of this debacle. My partner and I go up to visit her in September and she’s doing well on her own, she’s having fun, dating around, putting herself first, in therapy, just doing really well, were happy for her. She hasn’t really made any friends which is making her lonely but we were telling her to get involved in clubs and meet people, etc.
We leave our trip which was really fun and head back home. 2 weeks later, Laura says she’s met this really great guy, its almost October at this point, she’s gone on multiple dates with him and really likes him, were happy for her, still a bit concerned, but if she’s happy we’re happy. So Laura, Greta, and I plan a girls trip to come up and visit Laura for a long weekend. Laura wants us to vet this new guy, make sure he’s a good dude. She tells us she really values our input and so Greta and I are so excited to go on this trip with an open mind. November rolls around, one month before our trip and Laura announces that the new guy, we’ll call him Will (29M) has moved in with her, bringing his dog with him. Greta and I are a bit shocked but we didn’t say anything bc we’ve both done stuff like that before and Laura was struggling to keep up with rent on her own (she was still in the house that her ex fiancé left her in) so we knew she could use a roommate.
December is finally here and Greta and I hop on a plane and Will and Laura pick us up from the airport, first impression in the car was fine, he seemed nice, he drove us back to their place and we walk into the house. I come face to face with a completely different living room than I saw in September, all of Laura’s art and stuff are moved out of the living room replaced with the following: a giant poster of Elon Musk smoking a joint, a poster model of a rocket, a poster of Jesus riding a dinosaur with a machine gun. And a bookshelf full of Will’s books and Lego sets on display. Alarm bells are going off in my head and Greta’s at this point. We have a little conversation and because it’s late, we go to bed. We sleep in a room that outside of the house in the backyard, it has full heating so its basically just like a bedroom with a deadbolt. I double lock the dead bolts and we go to bed.
At 3am I’m woken up by Greta shaking me in a panic, asking me if I remembered to double deadbolt the door, I told her I did and that were okay and we both went back to sleep. When we woke up the next day, and she told me she had a weird feeling that he was gonna come in our room in the night. I agreed, and told her that was why I double dead bolted the door.
We go through our girls trip which ended up not being a girls trip at all, Will was by our side the entire time. Laura and he talked about looking at ENGAGEMENT RINGS, they bought a ring sizer, she was picking out her faves. He never let us have girl time except for one hour trip we took downtown to window shop. He would come sit in Greta and my room when we were talking with Laura, he would watch movies with us, he went everywhere with us. Not only that but in the middle of conversations, he would pull out his guitar and just start playing in the middle of us talking, or when we sat down to watch a movie. There is one bathroom in the house, and the main house part is very small about 650 square feet, my friend Greta has bathroom anxiety, she doesn’t like to poop in public places so she asked Laura and I if we would grab Will and the dog, and just go for a quick walk around the block while she used the bathroom. It was no biggie, so we got ready and went on a walk, we got 20 feet out the door and Will starts griping about how he doesn’t want to be outside and that Greta is a selfish pooper, and continues to complain the entire time were outside. We don’t even go for a walk, we stop at the corner of the street and just stand there because he doesn’t want to go any further.
At this point I’m annoyed with this guy, he just seems really controlling. To add to it, he didn’t want to go for a hike in the mountains, so Laura didn’t want to go so we ended up spending the entire weekend inside their house basically, even though we were in a beautiful area, and hiking is a group favorite, because he didn’t want to go. We didn’t. Also this is a personal anger of mine but I bought a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts (they were $18, which is crazy) and he ate EIGHT OF THEM. it pissed me off so bad, I had to hide the box that night just so I had 1 donut left over in the morning. Anyway onto the big finale.
Our last night there we finished up watching a movie and the events that unfold all happen within 3 minutes, keep that in mind. Laura had taken an edible so she was pretty out of it, like laying on top of the dog, whispering, just all around sounding really tired. Will says hes gonna take her to bed and Greta and I say were gonna get ready for bed in the bathroom. Bedroom and bathroom are five steps fro each other. I brush my teeth and use the bathroom while Greta is brushing hers and then I walk out of the bathroom and tell Greta that I’m grabbing my stuff to head over to our outside bedroom. I grab my bag from the kitchen counter, which is right next to their bedroom door. The bedroom door is open so I say goodnight to both of them and tell Greta I’ll see her in a sec, she’s just finishing up. Maybe 45 seconds pass and I’m waiting in our bedroom when I get 3 texts from Greta “OH MY GOD” “HELP” “HOLY SHIT”, Greta comes running out of the house, slamming the back door, and I run up to her.
She tells me that they were loudly having sex in their bedroom with the door open, mind you the bathroom is 5 steps from the bedroom. the kitchen counter is right next to the bedroom and Greta had to walk over to it to grab her stuff.
We are freaked the fuck out at this point not only was it super disrespectful but Greta was super affected by it, which who wouldn’t be it was disturbing. Because mere moments before Laura went to bed she was so high. And I smoke regularly so I know what it looks like when someone is super high and I hadn’t gotten that high in a long time. She was very out of it. So this really bothered us both.
The next day, were ready to go home, we get to the airport where they drop us off and once the two of us are in the airport we both look at each other and both just say “that was horrible”, we both felt like the entire trip we had a bad feeling about him and didn’t want to ruin the vibes of the trip so we just didn’t say anything about it. So were sitting in the terminal writing down a list of all the red flags, all the instances where he gave us a bad feeling. And overall just as a person he gave us a really bad feeling. Just gross, nasty, icky feeling. Not sure how to describe it well but I just knew something was off and Greta said she felt the same.
Laura had asked us to give our opinion on what we thought of him so we drafted up a letter to her, with key moments and points that we felt were big signs that he may not be a good guy. It includes everything we went over in this story, I didn’t want to supply to much of our opinion on the situation but I know that my bias comes out in this story a bit.
We wrote to her, and she responded to us with basically “I appreciate your concern, I will take your opinions into consideration” Its worth it to note that they were talking about getting engaged in March of 2024 (It is Early December 2023 at this point) and in our letter we told her that she should give their relationship more time, and get to know him better before they get engaged.
Our relationship with her after that became very one sided, Greta and I tried our best to keep messaging her but she really never responded so we kind of gave up. End of January we get a text from her, a picture of her and him she has an engagement ring on, “We’re engaged!” Greta and I respond with a Congrats! and a heart emoji, we’re super concerned but we have genuinely said all we can in that letter a little over a month before, so It didn’t feel right to say it again.
March she posts her “I said yes to the dress post” with Wills mom and his two sisters. She still doesn’t have any friends up where she lives so it makes sense for her to bring his family along. She didn’t message us about it, which is fair because we hadn’t been talking. We just thought they were getting eloped, because Greta has always said she wanted something small since she isn’t super close with her family (they’re not great).
So we left it there until last week I received an invitation in the mail to their wedding. Its this September on a Monday night.
Greta and I would have to pay around $500 each in order to even go to the wedding, calculating in airfare, shared rental car, shared hotel room, and that doesn’t even include, food, gas, wedding gift, etc. The two of us are not well of financially, we both live paycheck to paycheck so it would be really hard for us to go in general not to mention that the wedding is on a Monday night, so I have to take off extra days of work that I really don’t have. Same with my best friend, were in the same industry so wen have the same days off and all of that.
And I know it took us a while to get here but would we be the assholes if we decided not to attend her wedding?
TLDR: Best friend’s ex fiance tries to kill her in past relationship, she moves on two months later, her new partner moves in with her 3 weeks after dating. We go visit her and meet him, he’s go a lot of red flags, we tell our best friend, she distances herself and gets engaged weeks later. Invites us to her wedding in September that is also on a Monday. AWTA?

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2024.05.14 20:35 kkanteki Blood Meridian short comic adaptation

Hi! I’m an 18 year old graphic design student from Slovakia and I’m graduating soon, in our school system when we’re graduating from an art school we have these big final projects based off a few themes that we can choose from related to our department. One of the themes for the graphic design department was a comic adaptation of a novel, and since Blood Meridian is my favourite book ever and notoriously difficult to adapt into anything other than a book (and I have a bit of an obsession with the western genre) I thought I’d take a risk and make it into a comic adaptation.
We could choose whatever part of the book we wanted (I chose a part of the very first chapter but it also required some cuts) and were required to make at least 5 spread pages along with a poster and documentation of the process and also an installation of the project.
This entire thing took a month to make but I think I honestly did fine and am quite proud of myself. This was the first time I actually drew complex backgrounds along with such dynamic action scenes. So it was a huge risk going into this but I think I handled it pretty decently.
Also the original comic is in Slovak language, this is a translated version and the text bubbles are different in both versions along with the fonts!
And also number 2, I’ve read blood meridian in czech language, as it is easier to translate to slovak so if I maybe misinterpreted something it might be because I read it in a completely different language.
I really hope I did the book some justice, this entire project was mostly fueled by my love for this book and McCarthy’s writing along with wanting to make it more known in my country and maybe kind of convince someone to give it a try as it honestly is a one of a kind:)
(If anyone is also maybe interested in seeing more of my art my instagram is @semirevolting)

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2024.05.14 20:33 wlady4000 Benefits of Christianity in comparison to Islam

When comparing the benefits of Christianity and Islam, it's essential to approach the topic with sensitivity and respect for both faiths and their followers. Each religion has its own teachings, practices, and impact on individuals and societies. Here are some potential points to consider when discussing the benefits of Christianity compared to Islam, keeping in mind that these are general observations and may not apply universally:

Values of Love and Forgiveness: Christianity places a strong emphasis on love, forgiveness, and compassion, with teachings like "love your neighbor as yourself" and the concept of forgiveness as central to the faith. These values have inspired countless acts of charity, reconciliation, and peacemaking throughout history.
Emphasis on Personal Relationship with God: Christianity often highlights the idea of a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. This emphasis on intimacy with the divine can provide comfort, guidance, and a sense of purpose to believers, helping them navigate life's challenges.
Historical Contributions to Education and Science: Christianity has played a significant role in the development of education and science in Western societies. Many early universities were founded by Christian institutions, and numerous scientists throughout history have been devout Christians who saw their work as a way to explore and appreciate the natural world as part of God's creation.
Promotion of Human Rights and Dignity: Christian principles have been instrumental in advocating for human rights and dignity. The belief in the inherent worth of every individual as a creation of God has fueled movements for social justice, abolitionism, and the protection of vulnerable populations.
Cultural Heritage and Artistic Contributions: Christianity has inspired a rich tradition of art, literature, music, and architecture, contributing to the cultural heritage of numerous societies. From the intricate mosaics of Byzantine churches to the transcendent music of Johann Sebastian Bach, Christian faith has provided inspiration for countless works of beauty and creativity.
Focus on Salvation and Redemption: The Christian belief in salvation and redemption offers hope and healing to individuals struggling with guilt, shame, or despair. The idea that through faith in Christ, one can be forgiven and transformed can be a source of profound comfort and liberation.

While these points highlight potential benefits of Christianity, it's important to recognize that Islam also has its own rich traditions, teachings, and contributions to society. Both faiths have shaped the world in diverse ways, and discussions comparing their benefits should be approached with a spirit of understanding and appreciation for the complexities of religious belief and practice.

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2024.05.14 20:33 Opposite-Stable2459 L anciene sivilosation théorie

Théorie :
Les bâtisseur
Ma 1er théorie concerne l anciene civilisation que j ai nommer les bâtisseur car c est eux qui ont édifier le monde de minecraft.
Selon toute les structure on été faite par eux je vais retracer dans l ordre chronologique leur histoire.
1ere ère les bâtisseur vivent en paix avec les villageois. Leur construisant des maisson et leur aprire tout ce qu il savent. Il creere aussi le troc. Un jour, pour leur différence les ilager furent bani car les ilager avait un mode de vie différent des villageois mais villageois, ilager, sorcier habiter dans le même village. Un jour les ilager (déjà discriminer pour plusieurs raisons dont leur couleur de peau) voulurent être plus puisant, et creere le totem d immortalité. Il developere leur magie mais un jour, à cause de se trop plein de pouvoir il comencere à exploter les villageois comme leur esclave (preuve grâce à minecraft dongun) les bâtisseur les banir du vilage et il disparaissent dans leur manoir et avant poste. Pour ce vanger il traque et tué les villageois et on créer le zombie (voir mon autre théorie)
2 ème ère les bâtisseur découvrir le portail le du nether. Par peur il n'y entrere pas. Il décide de prendre un mod (la vache donne du lait, le mouton la laine, la poule l œuf) et choisir le cochon. Il ont envoiller des milliers de cochant par le portail le jusqu a que l un de revenirent. Les bâtisseur exploratrice les nether et apprirent au paraître et sorcier l alchimie. Les cochon du nether n avait que comme seul source de nourriture les verts du nether et avec le temps (clima + alimentation) il se changere en piglin. (Les pig zombie sont la variante la plus humaine, c est pour ça que quand ont amen un piglin dans l over old il devient un pig zombie) c est pour ça que les piglin aime l or car il decende des bâtisseur (les constructeur des mine shaft, grâce au mine shaft du biome messa on sais qu il aime l or)
3 ème ère, grâce au pouvoir de l alchimi le sorcier décida d essayer de ramener les zombie villageois à la vie. Il en parla au prête et il alla se cacher sous les igloo car depuis le banisement des ilager. Les art "aubscure" sont interdit par les bâtisseur. Et il finirent par réussir. Il amènera le visage mais avant même de leur montrer ce qu il avait découvert le sorcier furent bani (on ne sais pas que le prete été sont associer car il représente la bonté et est une figure religieuse très importante du village)
4 ème ère, les bâtisseur dans le nether perdi bcp de leur peuple face au Wither scelette (voir théorie de zakifriend pour leur apparition car à par pour le Wither je suis d accord) la tête des âme se changerez en soûl sand avec la mort de millier de bâtisseur. Les bâtisseur remarqua que les âme de leur amis été toujours dans ce bloc et eseya de les ramener mais firent une grave erreur. Il prirent des tête de Wither scellette plus la soûl sand et sans le vouloir créa le Wither. Un Wither mille fois plus puissant car la soûl sand contener plus d âme qu aujourd'hui (les âme de tout les bâtisseur)
5 ème ère les bâtisseur fuyairent vers l over old et s enterere sous terre dans les ancien cicy (p.s. les bâtisseur ont aussi créer les manoir, c été leur ancienne demeure récupérer par les ileger) mais le Wither les decouvra et l ancien civilisation enploiya tout leur pouvoir pour ouvrir pendent un bref instant ne portaille de l end qu il avais créer comme ultime recours. Les bâtisseur créa l ender dragon pour protéger le portaille (p.s je suis d accord avec zaki sur le craft des elder guardian)
6 ème ère, les bâtisseur habite les cité de l end et avec le temps. Il se nourrissent de corus (la seul source de nourriture) avec le temps il se changerez en ender mâne (c est pour ça qu il ont honte quand on l est regarde et nous attaque. Il sont triste de leur corp. Et c est pour ça qu il faut des euil de l end pour reouvrire le portail le car c est eux qu il l ont conçu)
7eme ère avec le peu de force qu il leur reste il créèrent les portables que l ont trouve dans la dimension des end cité (cette parti de l end, pas celle du dragon) vu leur faible force le portaille ne fait qu un block. Il ont prie une dure décision pour préserver leur espèce. Envoiller les bébés (1 block vu qu il sont jeune) dans le portaille. N etan pas rester longtemps dans l end il récupère leur apparence de bâtisseur. C est la génération de Steve (avec le temps les ender mane ont oublier leur enfant) c est pour ça que Steve (le joueur) ne conais pas cette histoire. Je sais que c été giga long. Merci à ceux qui auront lu. Ça mérite bien un like ?

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