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2024.04.29 22:56 Deuxcartes [LIST] I have distributed all the isekais I have ever seen into more than 30 categories. Here is the result - PART 3 (28 TO 36);
Part 1 – https://www.reddit.com/Isekai/comments/1cga32j/list_i_have_distributed_all_the_isekais_i_have/.
Part 2 – https://www.reddit.com/Isekai/comments/1cga4z3/list_i_have_distributed_all_the_isekais_i_have/
Part 3 – https://www.reddit.com/Isekai/comments/1cga7ta/list_i_have_distributed_all_the_isekais_i_have/
28.1 – Open Store: MC open his own business._____
Examples: [1] – Kami Tachi; [2] – Drug Store In Another World; [3] - My Quiet Blacksmith Life in Another World; [3] - Isekai De Uwamae Hanete Ikiteiku ~Saisei Mahotsukai No Yuru Fuwa Jinzai Haken Seikatsu~; [4] - Shounin Yuusha wa Isekai wo Gyuujiru!
28.2 – Lazy worker: MC have an easy job and dont have to fight;
Examples: [1] – Ascendance Of A Bookworm; [12] - The Girl Monster I Saved; [3] - I Got Reincarnated As A Son Of Innkeepers!; [4] - Kochira Isekai de yoroshikatta deshou ka?; [5] - Moto Home Center Tenin no Isekai Seikatsu ~Shougou "DIY Master" "Green Master" "Pet Master" wo Kushishite Isekai wo Kimamani Ikimasu~; [6] - Heroine? Saint? No, I'm An All-Works Maid; [7] - Sweets, Elf, And A High School Girl (reverse);
28.3 – Lazy Merchant: MC farm or uses his system to get itens and then sell to make easy Money.
Examples: [1] - I Shall Survive Using Potions!; [13] - Slow Life In Another World (I Wish!); [3] - The Fake Alchemist; [4] - Souzai Saishuka no Isekai Ryokouki; [5] - Arafoo Otoko no Isekai Tsuhan Seikatsu; [6] - Isekai Nonbiri Sozai Saishu Seikatsu; [7] - Cheat na Tablet wo Motte Kaiteki Isekai Seikatsu; [8] - Teihen Ossan, Cheat Kokusei de Isekai Rakuraku Life;
28.4 – Lazy Noble/Elf: Just a normal noble/elf living a easy life.
[1] - Tensei Shite Inaka de Slowlife wo Okuritai; [2] - Tensei Shita Kedo Cheat Nouryoku wo Tsukawanai De Ikite Miru; [3] - Tenseisha wa Cheat o Nozomanai; [4] - Tensei Ouji wa Daraketai; [5] - Tensei Shite High Elf ni Narimashitaga, Slow Life wa 120-nen de Akimashita; [6] - Reincarnated as the Daughter of the Legendary Hero and the Queen of Spirits;
28.5 – Lazy Farmer: farmer life. Best Job/class. MC is usually OP and almost always end up with a harem;
Examples: [8] - Nonbiri Nouka; [9] – Yuru Fuwa Noka No Moji Bake Skill; [11] - Kamigami no Kago de Seisan Kakumei; [14] - Living a Laid-Back Second Life on the Island of the Strongest Species; [5] - Isekai de Tochi o Katte Noujou wo Tsukurou; [6] - Isekai ni Otosareta… Jouka wa Kihon!; [7] - Seirei-tachi no Rakuen to Risou no Isekai Seikatsu; [8] - Isekai ni Teni Shitara Yama no Naka datta. Handou de Tsuyo Sayori mo Kaitekisa o Erabi Mashita;[9] - Tanbo de Hirotta Onna Kishi, Inaka de Ore no Yome da to Omowareteiru (reverse); [10] - Tensei Shachiku no Cheat Saien - Ban'nou Skill to Benri na Tsukaima Yousei wo Kushishitetara, Kidzukeba Tairiku Ichi no Seisan Kyoten ga Dekiteita; [11] - Shokubutsu Mahou Chito de Nonbiri Ryoshu Seikatsu Hajimemasu Zense no Chishiki o Kushi Shite Nogyo Shitara, Gyakuten Jinsei Hajimatta Kudan; [12] - Isekai desu ga Mamono Saibai shiteimasu.; [13] - Tenohira Kaitaku Mura de Isekai Kenkokuki: Fueteku Yome-tachi to Nonbiri Mujintou Life; [14] - Orenchi ni Kita Onna Kishi to Inakagurashi Surukotoninatta Ken (reverse); [15] - Isekai Yururi Camp; [16] - Shoushaman no Isekai Survival ~ Zettai Hito to wa Tsurumanee ~;
28.6 – Frail boy/girl: cute/emotional stories about kids;
Examples: [1] - Fluffy Paradise; [2] - Zensei de Tsurai Omoi o Shita no de, Kamisama ga Shazai ni Kimashita; [3] - Making Magic: The Sweet Life of a Witch Who Knows an Infinite MP Loophole; [4] - The Steam Dragon Express; [5] - A Ruined Princess and a Different World's Hero Make a Great Country!; [6] - Sekai Tensei Slum Machi kara no Nariagari; [7] - Tensei Youjo wa Akiramenai; [8] - Kamitachi ni Hirowareta Otoko; [9] - Saijaku Tamer wa Gomi Hiroi no Tabi o Hajimemashita;
28.7 – Lover Boy/girl: Living each day with his/her waifu/husbando and making friends.
Examples: [10] - Yuusha Shoukan ni Makikomareta kedo, Isekai wa Heiwa deshita; [1] - Lv2 kara Cheat datta Motoyuusha Kouho no Mattari Isekai Life; [3] - I Guess I Became the Mother of the Great Demon King's 10 Children in Another World; [4] - Monster no Konkatsuya-san; [5] - Isekai ni Kita Mitai Dakedo Dousureba Yoi no Darou; [6] - Depressed Hero; [6] - I'm in Love with the Villainess; [7] - There Was A Cute Girl In The Hero’S Party, So I Tried Confessing To Her;
28.8 – Camping Isekai: rare stories about a MC who likes to camping.
[1] - Ossan no Remake Bouken Nikki: Autocamp kara Hajimaru Isekai Mankitsu Life; [2] - Isekai Shachuuhaku Monogatari: Outrunner PHEV;
[1] – The Saint’s Magic Power is Omnipotent; [2] – Parallel World Pharmacy; [3] – Handyman Saitou in Another World; [4] - I Used High-Level Medicine To Counter Magic; [5] - A Single Aristocrat Enjoys A Different World: The Graceful Life Of A Man Who Never Gets Married; [6] – Salaryman ga Isekai ni Ittara Shitennou ni Natta Hanashi; [7] - The Story of the Invincible Merchant's Rise in Another World ~Since I have the skill to order modern products at will, I have an easy victory in another world~; [8] - I Reincarnated As A Legendary Surgeon; [9] - How A Realist Hero Rebuilt The Kingdom Focuses On A Civil Servant Saving a country; [10] - The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady; [11] - The Greatest Estate Developer; [12] - The Holy Power of Modern Medicine; [13] - Yuusha Ikkou ni Senzokui; [14] - Isekai no Meitantei; [15] - Madougushi Dahliya wa Utsumukanai ~Dahliya Wilts No More~; [16] - Inaka no Home Center Otoko no Jiyuu na Isekai Seikatsu; [17] - Cheat Kusushi no Slow Life: Isekai ni Tsukurou Drugstore; [18] - Fushi no Kami: Rebuilding Civilization Starts with a Village; [19] – Exterminator; [20] – Isekai no Binbou Nouka ni Tensei Shita Node, Renga wo Tsukutte Shiro wo Tateru Koto ni Shimashita; [20] - Welcome to Sylvia's Garden; [21] - Can I, a Doctor, Save 10 Billion Lives in Another World?; [22] - Isekai Courtroom -Rebuttal Barrister-; [23] - Doctor’s Rebirth; [24] - The Crown Prince That Sells Medicine; [25] - Isekai Ten'i Shite Kyoushi ni Natta ga, Majo to Osorerareteiru Ken ~Aoi-sensei no Gakuen Funtou Nisshi~; [26] - BLACK CORPORATION: JOSEON;_____
30.1 – Eroge game / Otome game / MMO / RPG / VRPG etc._____
Examples: [1] – Live Dungeon; [2] – Log Horizon; [3] - Tsuihou Sareta Tensei Juu Kishi wa Game Chishiki de Musou Suru; [4] – Quality Assurance in Another World; [5] - The Unrivaled Reincarnated Sage of Another World ~The Strongest in Another World Through Game Knowledge~; [6] – Maou-sama, Retry!; [7] - Sword Art Online; [8] - Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear; [9] - .Hack//Sign; [10] - Tyrant Of The Tower Defense Game; [11] - Surviving The Game As A Barbarian; [12] - Pick Me Up: Infinite Gacha; [13] - Dungeon Reset; [14] - The Nebula's Civilization; [15] - Rta Sousha Wa Game Sekai Kara Kaerenai; [22] - Manuke na FPS Player ga Isekai e Ochita Baai; [16] - Moto-Sekai Ichii Sub-chara Ikusei Nikki ~Hi-Player, Isekai wo Kouryaku-chu!~; [17] - The Player Hides His Past; [18] - Surviving With an SSS-Rank Inventory; [19] - Saiaku no Avalon; [20] - Ore no Shibou Flag ga Todomaru Tokoro wo Shiranai; [21] - Isekai Cheat Magic Swordsman; [22] - Shoukan sareta Kenja wa Isekai wo Yuku ~Saikyou nano wa Fuyou Zaiko no Item deshita~; [23] – Ernak; [24] - Hakoniwa Oukoku no Craft Master; [25] - Magical★Explorer - Eroge no Yuujin Kyara ni Tensei Shitakedo, Game Chishiki Tsukatte Jiyuu ni Ikiru; [26] - 100% Cleared Harem Route; [27] - Little Tyrant Doesn't Want to Meet with a Bad End; [28] - Yasei no Last Boss ga Arawareta!; [29] - I Have Max Level Luck; [30] - The Genius Medicinal Mage; [31] - Teenage Swordsman; [32] - Chounin A wa Akuyaku Reijou wo Doushitemo Sukuitai; [33] - Starting Out With Max Favorability; [34] - Monogatari no Kuromaku ni Tensei Shite; [35] - Mushoku no Saikyou Kenja ~Job ga Erarezu Tsuihou Saretaga, Game no Chishiki de Isekai Saikyou~; [36] - Try Me Again If You Dare!; [37] - I Reincarnated as a Villain of an RPG, But I Want to Survive; [38] - A Certain Middle-Aged Man's VRMMO Activity Log; [39] - Ester de Valonia; [40] - The King of Bugs; [41] - Ecstas Online; [42] - Solo Bug Player; [43] - The Count’s Youngest Son Is a Player; [44] - Indestructible Body of Vajra of the Village Leader; [45] - Reincarnation to the World of “Eroge”: The Story About Lazy Aristocrat Who Struggle for Resist His Destiny; [46] - The Holy Emperor's Grandson Is a Necromancer; [47] - Skeleton Evolution: Starting From Being Summoned By the Sorceress; [48] - Arafoo Kenja no Isekai Seikatsu Nikki; The Diary of a Middle-Aged Teacher's Carefree Life in Another World; [49] - The Extra’s Academy Survival Guide; [50] - Botsuraku Yotei Nanode, Kajishokunin wo Mezasu; [51] - Was Manager Seo Disposed of as an Industrial Accident?; [52] - I Became a Dark Fantasy Villain; [53] - Regenerate Top Players; [54] - Akuyaku Reijou Level 99: Watashi wa UraBoss desu ga Maou de wa Arimasen; [55] - Unparalleled ??? Rank Hidden Equipment; [56] - Legend of Mir: Gold Armored Dragon; [57] - Shinka Tokusei de Saikyou Necromancer; [58] - Only I Know That This World Is a Game; [58] - I Exploit Bugs; [59] - The Gamer: Fantasia; [60] - Game no Naka ni Iru!; [61] - Your Ancestor Is Online; [62] - Onmir The oddity; [63] - Lime Odyssey - The Chronicles of ORTA; [64] - Dungeon Defense; [65] - Saitei Chara ni Tensei shita Ore wa Ikinokoritai; [66] - My Way Of Killing Gods In Another World; [67] - Twisting the Arm of Fate with Cheat Magic; [68] - Brave Hero; [69] - A World-Class Walkthrough; [70] - I Am the Rising Villain; [71] - Master of Villains; [72] - I Rely on My Invincibility to Deal Tons of Damage Passively!; [73] - The Strongest Cheat Player; [74] - The Tutorial Is Too Tough!; [75] - RPG WORLD - Roleplay World; [76] - Twisting the Arm of Fate with Cheat Magic; [77] - Isekai Tensei ni Kansha o; [78] - Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Hametsu Flag wa Ore ga Tsubusasete Itadakimasu (game); [79] - I Became the Crazy Emperor; [80] - Genius Corpse-Collecting Warrior; [81] - I Killed the Player of the Academy; [82] – MEMORIZE (time travel isekai); [83] - Silver Gravekeeper; [84] - Cleric of Decay; [85] - Grimoire x Reverse - Tensei Kishin Roumantan; [86] - Ending Maker; [87] - Honobono Isekai Tensei Days ~Level Counterstop, Item Mochikoshi! Watashi wa Saikyou Youjo Desu~; [88] - Souzoushu nano de Motto Yasashikute Kudasai!; [89] - My Not-So-Fair Lady Is Doomed! (but Not If I Can Help It); [90] - Chibikko Kenja, Lv. 1 Kara Isekaide Ganbarimasu!; [91] - Kyoukai Meikyuu to Ikai no Majutsushi; [92] - Akugyaku Hadou no Brave Soul; [93] - Maou to Yuusha no Tatakai no Ura de; [94] - In the Land of Leadale; [95] - Next Life; [96] - Nichiasa Suki no Otaku ga Akuyaku Seito ni Tenseishita Kekka, Hametsu Flag ga Houkaishiteiku Ken ni Tsuite; [97] - Gokufuri Kyohi Shite Tesaguri Start! Tokka Shinai Healer, Nakama to Wakarete Tabi ni Deru; [98] - I'm Really Not Targeting the Mages; [99] - Hell Mode: Yarikomi Suki no Gamer wa Hai Settei no Isekai de Musou Suru; [100] - Reincarnated as the Villain in a Cultivation Game; [101] - Overlord; [102] - The Princess Has a Rosy Dream; [103] - My Inventory is Abnormal; [104] - Gal Maid & Villainess: Only Milady's Happy End Will Win!;
30.2 – Novel / Book / Manga / Comig etc.
Examples: [1] - The Novel's Extra; [2] - City of Sanctuary; [3] - Youngest Son of the Renowned Magic Clan; [4] - The Novel’s Extra; [5] - The Extra Is Too Powerful; [6] - Akuyaku Kizoku to shite Hitsuyou na Sore; [7] - The Genius Assassin Who Takes it All; [8] - A Comic Artist’s Survival Guide; [9] - The Transmigrated Mage Life in Another World, Becoming the Strongest in the World with the Knowledge of the Original Story; [10] - I Am Reborn as the Sword God; [11] - [12] - I Became the Youngest Prince in the Novel; [13] - Tensei Akujo no Kuro Rekishi; [14] - Lasboss x Hero; [15] - Genius Martial Arts Trainer;
31.1 - Effort is all Isekai: MC has not much talento so should train/grind/learn a lot to become stronger;35 – Weak MC Isekai – here MC have weak skills, didnt got isekai'd with cheat and also didn't became OP.
Examples: [1] - Tsuihousareru Tabi ni Skill wo Te ni Ireta Ore ga, 100 no Isekai de 2-shuume Musou; [2] - Reincarnation of the Veteran Soldier; [3] - The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest; [4] - Player (Oh Hyeon-Jun); [5] - The Black Pig Prince Recalls His Previous Life and Becomes the Strongest; [6] - My Job is Appraiser, but What is The [God Eye]? Living Freely with The World's Greatest Elementary Level Job; [7] - Sekai de Yuuitsu no Tenshokushi: Job Hopper na Ore wa, Isekai de Subete no Job o Kiwameru Koto ni Shita; [8] - 1RM’s Gigant Rider; [9] - Bijo to Kenja to Majin no Ken; [10] - Wizard of Arsenia; [11] - TRPG Player ga Isekai de Saikyou Build wo Mezasu; [12] - The Spearmaster and the Black Cat; [13] - Academy's Undercover Professor; [14] - Magic Maker: How to Create Magic in Another World; [15] - Tanaka the Wizard; [16] - Ane ni Iwareru ga Mama ni Tokkun wo Shiteitara, Tondemonai Tsuyosa ni Natteita Otouto; [17] - Tanaka no Atelier ~Nenrei Equal Kanojo Inaireki no Mahoutsukai~; [18] - Isekai no Senshi toshite Kuni ni Manekareta kedo, Kotowatte Heishi kara Hajimeru Koto ni Shita; [19] - Id - The Greatest Fusion Fantasy; [20] - The Great Cleric; [21] - I Was Raised by the Boss; [22] - Machigai Shoukan! Oidasareta kedo Joui Gokan Skill de Rakuraku Seikatsu; [23] - Kekkaishi e no Tensei; [24] - Ken to Mahou to Gakureki Shakai;
31.2 - Weak but Strong: despised/shunned/banned for being weak but actually pretty Strong.
Examples: [1] - Jitsu wa Ore, Saikyou Deshita?; [2] - Lv2 kara Cheat datta Moto Yuusha Kouho no Mattari Isekai Life; [3] - Level 1 no Saikyou Kenja - Noroi de Saikakyuu Mahou Shika Tsukaenai kedo, Kami no Kanchigai no Mugen no Maryoku o Te ni Ire Saikyou ni; [4] - People Looked Down on Me for Having a Crummy Job but It Really Isn't All That Bad?; [5] - Welcome to the "Outcasts' Guild"; [6] - Ikitsuku Saki wa Yuusha ka Maou ka; [7] - Homeland Dropout: The Time I Was Reincarnated as the Fourth Enchanter in the Entire World; [8] - Reincarnated as a Son of an Aristocrat; [9] - Rettoujin no Maken Tsukai: Skill Board wo Kushi Shite Saikyou ni Itaru; [10] - Overpowered Healer; [11] - Bocchi Tenseiki (Misanthrope); [12] - My Wife is a Demon Queen; [13] - Full Clearing Another World under a Goddess with Zero Believers; [14] - Maseki Gurume: Mamono no Chikara wo Tabeta Ore wa Saikyou!; [15] - Sono Munou, Jitsu wa Sekai Saikyou no Mahoutsukai ~Munou to Sagesumare, Kizokuka kara Oidasareta ga, Gift "Tenseisha" ga Kakusei shite Zense no Nouryoku ga Yomigaetta~; [16] - Versatile Mage; [17] - Soul Land; [18] - Hazure Skill de SSS-Rank Makyo Ikinui wo Tara, Sekai Saikyou no Renkinjutsushi ni Natteita ~ Kaiteki Kyoten wo Tsukutte Nakama to Tanoshi Isekai Life; [19] - Genkaigoe no Skill wa, Tenseisha ni Shika Atsukaenai - Over Limit Skill Holder; [20] - Izure Saikyou ni Itaru Tensei Mahoutsukai; [21] - Moto Saikyou no Kenshi wa, Isekai Mahou ni Akogareru; [22] - Saikyou Juzoku Tensei ~Cheat Majutsushi no Slow Life~; [23] - Level 1 Dakedo Unique Skill de Saikyou desu;
31.3 - No Effort: MC is already stronger or got the best cheat or even all the blessings from ch1 without effort;
Examples: [1] - My Civil Servant Life Reborn in the Strange World; [2] - Isekai Tensei de Kenja ni Natte Boukensha Seikatsu ~[Mahou Kairyou] de Isekai Saikyou~; [3] - Botsuraku Yotei no Kizoku dakedo, Hima datta kara Mahou wo Kiwamete Mita; [4] - Saikyou no Ossan Hunter Isekai e ~ Kondokoso Yukkuri Shizuka ni Kurashitai ~; [5] - Novelist Can Fight Too; [6] - Kaminari Tei no Kiseki ~ Ore Dake Tsukaeru “Kaminari Majutsu” de Isekai Saikyou ni! ~; [7] - Tensei Shitara Sainou ga Atta Ken ~Isekai Itte mo Doryoku Suru~; [8] - Samurai in Another World; [9] - I Get Stronger the More I Eat; [9] - Zettai ni Damage o Ukenai Skill o Moratta node, Boukensha to shite Musou shite miru; [10] - Jimi na Kensei wa Sore Demo Saikyou Desu; [11] - Eiyuu Majutsushi wa Nonbiri Kurashitai; [12] - Ookami wa Nemuranai; [13] - Aiming For the Deepest Part of the Labyrinth Thanks to "The Vessel of Talent" -What Was Supposed to be a Normal Progression of Skills Turned Out to be an All-Purpose Cheat!; [14] - Global Power: I Can Control All The Elements; [15] - Fujimi Tensei: Kuzu Dakedo Saisei Cheat de Musou Shimasu; [16] - Climax Necromance; [17] - Chouetsu-sha To Natta Ossan wa My Pace ni Isekai wo Sansaku Suru; [18] - Sasensareta Munou Ouji wa Jitsuryoku wo Kakushitai; [19] - Sekai ni Hitori, Zenzokusei Mahou no Tsukaite; [20] - Ore to Kawazu-san no Isekai Hourouki; [21] - Karada wa Jidou, Nakami wa Ossan no Nariagari Boukenki; [22] - Tensei Shichattayo (Iya, Gomen); [23] - World Teacher – Other World Style Education & Agent; [24] - From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage (isekai with reincarnation); [25] - Saikyou Onmyouji no Isekai Tensei-ki ~Geboku no Youkai-domo ni Kurabete Monster ga Yowasugiru n da ga~; [26] - Tensei Kizoku no Isekai Boukenroku ~Jichou wo Shiranai Kamigami no Shito~; [27] - Shachiku, Dungeon Darake no Sekai de Koyuu Skill "Gouyoku" wo Te ni Irete Saikyou no Balance Breaker ni Naru; [28] - Ore no Ie ga Maryoku Spot datta Ken ~Sundeiru dake de Sekai Saikyou~; [29] - I Received Blessings Meant For 2 People From God; [30] - Saikyou no Shuzoku ga Ningen Datta Ken; [31] - Tensei Shitara Dainana-ouji Dattanode, Kimama ni Majutsu wo Kiwamemasu; [32] - Karate Baka In Different World; [33] - Kuro no Shoukanshi; [34] - A Normally Dowdy Man Is in Essence the Mightiest War-God; [35] - Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute; [36] - Hachinan tte, Sore wa Nai Deshou!; [37] - Emperor's Mark to Rule the Monsters: Reborn Sage to Strongest Adventurer; [38] - Legend (Takano Masaharu); [39] - Isekai ni Tobasareta Ossan wa Doko e Iku?; [40] - SSS-Rank Paladin Who Transcends Common Sense;
31.4 - Weird skill/job: MC got the weirdest skill in a Isekai genre;
Examples: [1] - Isekai Walking (walk); [2] - Mezase Gouka Kyakusen!! ~Sen Shokan Skill De Isekai Rich Life Wo Te Ni Irero (create ships); [3] - Dungeon Athlete (regenerate musches); [4] - Tenshoku no Shinden o Hirakimashita (job changer); [5] - Tensei Kusushi wa Isekai wo Meguru (Apothecary); [6] - Shingan no Yuusha (god eye); [7] - Isekai Meikyuu no Saishinbu o Mezasou (???); 8 - Isekai ni Kita Boku wa Kiyoubinbode Subayasa Tayorina Tabi wo Suru (Jack of all trades); 9 - Sokushi Cheat ga Saikyou Sugite, Isekai no Yatsura ga Marude Aite ni Naranai n desu ga (instant death); [10] - Tenkuu no Shiro o Moratta no de Isekai de Tanoshiku Asobitai (control a floating castle); [11] - Jiriki de Isekai e! (garbled text); [12] - Life of Hit-Tamer in Another World (tamer with one punch); [13] - Gakuen Kishi no Level up! (trial and error); [14] - Save & Load no Dekiru Yadoya-san (save and load); [15] - Saikyou no Shokugyou wa Yuusha Demo Kenja Demo Naku Kanteishi (Kari) Rashii Desu yo? (inspector); [16] - Wicked Trapper: Hunter of Heroes (trap master);
[1] - Pastoral Battle Hymn: Pioneer in the Fantasy Realm; [2] – Bokutachi Wa Isekai Geinin Desu; [3] - Aweon Mall Isekai Ten, Honjitsu Grand Open!; [4] - Zero Skill No Ryouriban; [5] - According to the Hero Who Returned From Another World; [6] - Isekai Nation Archimaira: The Weakest King and his Unparalleled Army; [7] - Isekai Demo Bunan ni Ikitai Shoukougun; [8] - Yuusha Shoukan ni Makikomareta kedo, Isekai wa Heiwa deshita; [9] – KonoSuba; [10] - Re: Zero - Starting Life In Another World; [11] - How A Realist Hero Rebuilt The Kingdom; [12] - Now And Then, Here And There; [13] - Handyman Saitou In Another World; [14] - Grimgar: Ashes And Illusions; [15] - Ascendance Of A Bookworm; [16] - Meikyuu Black Company; [17] - Shinde kudasai! Yuusha desho?; [18] – Isekai Manless; [19] – Parallel Paradise; [20] – Alcafus; [21] - Karma na Skill de Musou suru Isekai Harem Kaitoudan; [22] - Kurogane no Mahoutsukai; [23] - Kaminaki Sekai no Kamisama Katsudou; [24] - Mezase Gouka Kyakusen!! ~Sen Shokan Skill De Isekai Rich Life Wo Te Ni Irero; [25] - Isekai Saikouhou no Guild Leader ~Guild Saijaku no Boku da Kedo, Guild Members Zen'in no ai ga Omokute Guild o Yameraremasen~; [26] - The Girl, the Shovel, and the Evil Eye; [27] - Yankee wa Isekai de Seirei ni Aisaremasu.; [28] - Isekai Demo Bunan ni Ikitai Shoukougun; [29] - Hero with Another Opinion; [30] - Amarimono Isekaijin no Jiyuu Seikatsu: Yuusha ja Nai node Katteni Yarasete Moraimasu; [31] - Neko no Te demo Yoroshikereba; [32] - Shoushaman no Isekai Survival ~ Zettai Hito to wa Tsurumanee ~; [33] - Zero no Tsukaima; [34] - Isekai Teni, Jirai Tsuki; [35] - Kami Neko Mii-chan to Neko Youhin Shoukanshi no Isekai Funtouki;_____
[1] - Mezametara Saikyou Soubi to Uchuusenmochi Datta node, Ikkodate Mezashite Youhei toshite Jiyuu ni Ikitai; [2] - Sousei no Taiga; [3] - It All Starts With A Group Of Primitive People; [4] - Animal Land; [5] - Arata Primal; [6] - Trinity Wonder (Reverse); [7] - Unparalleled Path ~ Reincarnated as the AI for a Space Battleship; [8] - Ore ga Heroine o Tasukesugite Sekai ga Little Mokushiroku!?; [9] - I'm The Evil Lord Of An Intergalactic Empire!; [10] - Blue Gender's; [11] - Now And Then, Here And There; [12] - The Legendary Mechanic; [13] - It's Not Easy to Be a Man After Traveling to the Future; [14] - The Novel's Extra; [15] - Strongest Caveman; [16] - Gunjou Senki; [17] - Heterogenia Linguistico;_____
[1] – Overmortal; [2] - Martial Streamer; [3] - Delivery Man From Murim; [4] - Omniscient Immortal Cultivator; [5] - Embodiment of the Assassin in the Murim World; [6] - Million Times Attack Speed; [7] - I Became a Big-Shot on the Heavenly Leaderboard; [8] - Master: This Villainous Disciple Is Not The Holy Child; [9] - Live Broadcast, I Roam Freely In The Other World; [10] - Karate Baka Isekai; [11] - Karate Survivor in Another World; [12] - Villain Warrior; [13] - Starting with the Guhuo Bird; [14] - I’m A Godfather In Another World; [15] - I Pretended To Be An Npc In Cultivation World; [16] - Sword Intent; [17] - I Took Over the Demonic Sect Master; [18] - Keyboard Immortal; [19] - I, the Demon Lord, Am Being Targeted by My Female Disciples!; [20] - Rebirth of the Immortal Arrogant Son-in-Law (reverse); [21] - Heavenly Demon Instructor (reverse); [22] - Devil’s Advent; [23] - Martial Wild West; [24] - I Just Want to Be Killed; [25] - Androids Have No Blood; [26] - The No.1 Chef in Martial Art World; [27] - Leveling Beyond the Max (reverse); [28] - The Heavenly Demon Can't Live a Normal Life; [29] - The Heavenly Path Is Not Stupid; [30] - Baki Gaiden - Retsu Kaioh Doesn't Mind If He is Reincarnated in Another World; [31] - Top Tier Providence; [32] - I Picked up an Attribute; [33] - Demon Lord 2099; [34] – Murim Login; [35] - Rebirth of the Urban Mad Immortal; [36] - Strongest Fighter; [37] - After Ten Years of Chopping Wood, Immortals Begged To Become My Disciples; [38] - Global Martial Artist; [39] - X - Epoch of the Dragon; [40] - Ultimate Scheming System; [41] - Reverend Insanity; [42] - Yomei Nikagetsu no Isekai Kenkouhou; [43] - Phalaenopsis Dreamland; [44] - The Reborn Ranker Chronicles; [45] - Save The World, Uncle!; [46] - A Modern Man Who Transmigrated Into the Murim World; [47] - My Disciples Are All Big Villains; [48] - Off to an Invincible Start; [49] - I'm an Evil God;_____
[1] - Sword Intent; [2] - Isekai Yuusha G-SHINE; Yuusha Shoutai Kamoku Yuusha Wa Nagasarenai; [3] - Class Saiyasune de Urareta Ore wa, Jitsu wa Saikyou Parameter; [4] - Knights & Magic; [5] - The World of Otome Games Kindergarten is Tough for Mobs; [6] - suisei no gargantia; [7] - Vision of Escaflowne; [8] - Sentai Red Isekai de Boukensha ni Naru; [9] - Magic Knight Rayearth; [10] - Tenchi Muyo! War on Geminar; [11] - Aura Battler Dunbine;_____
[1] - Isekai Shoukan Oji-san no Juumusou Life - Sabage Suki Salaryman wa Kaisha Owari ni Isekai e Chokki suru; [2] - Gun-Ota ga Mahou Sekai ni Tensei shitara, Gendai Heiki de Guntai Harem wo Tsukucchaimashita!?; [3] - Hokkaidou no Geneki Hunter ga Isekai ni Hourikoma Rete Mita ~Elf Yome to Meguru Isekai Shuryou Life~; [4] - Villainess: Reloaded! Blowing Away Bad Ends with Modern Weapons; [5] - Chounin A wa Akuyaku Reijou wo Doushitemo Sukuitai; [6] - Manuke na FPS Player ga Isekai e Ochita Baai; [7] - Immortal science and technology; [8] - Arifureta Shokugyou de Sekai Saikyou; [9] - "Souzou Mahou" wo Oboete, Bannou de Saikyou ni Narimashita. Class Kara Tsuihou Shita Yatsura wa, Sokora Hen no Kusa Demo Kuttero!; [10] - Ihoujin, Dungeon ni Moguru; [11] - Magan to Dangan o Tsukatte Isekai o Buchinuku!; [12] - Bocchi Jieikan no Isekai Funsenki; [13] - Magical shooting : sniper of steel; [14] - Kouchuugun Shikan Boukensha ni Naru_____
[1] - Tsuihousareru Tabi ni Skill wo Te ni Ireta Ore ga, 100 no Isekai de 2-shuume Musou; [2] - Moto Isekai Tenisha datta Kachou no Ojisan, Jinsei Nidome no Isekai wo Kake Meguru; [3] - Class-goto Shuudan Teni Shimashita ga, ichiban Tsuyoi Ore wa Saijaku no Shounin ni Gisouchuu; [4] - Yondome wa Iya na Shizokusei Majutsushi;_____
[1] - The Saga of Tanya the Evil; [2] – Overlord; [3] - Sekai Saikyou no Assassin, Isekai Kizoku ni Tensei Suru; [4] - Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute; [5] - Meikyuu Black Company; [6] - Meccha Shoukan Sareta Ken; [7] - FFF-Class Trashero; [8] - Isekai Mokushiroku Mynoghra: Hametsu no Bunmei de Hajimeru Sekai Seifuku; [9] - Joou Heika no Isekai Strategy; [10] - Virus Tensei kara Hajimaru Isekai Kansen Monogatari; [11] - Nidome no Yuusha; [12] - Maou-sama, Retry!; [13] - Re:Monster; [14] - I Get Stronger the More I Eat; [15] - the main character is the villain (+18); [16] – The world that i rule (+18); [17] - I Am the Fated Villain; [18] - Master: This Villainous Disciple Is Not The Holy Child; [19] - Reverend Insanity; [20] - The Reborn Ranker Chronicles; [21] - How to Live as a Villain; [22] - Is This Hero for Real?; [23] - Regressor Instruction Manual; [24] - Reincarnation of the Veteran Soldier; [25] - Reverse Villain;_____
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2024.04.21 14:18 AdrianArmbruster On Stellaron Hunter Recruiting Lore: (a thoery)
The only thing he could sense was a splotch of crimson in his sight and the taste of iron in his mouth. His limbs were unresponsive.(Seems easy enough to interpret. Blade was waylaid by Sam, then detained, and Kafka gives him the offer with a little Spirit Whisper to ‘help’ him decide. Giving him the nickname 'Bladie' from minute one is pretty funny tbh. Curiously, it also seems that Kafka's somewhat pouty despite her usual suave demeanor as well. This does not line up with her having separated from Trailblazer yet, as Blade recalled them fighting together in pitched battles. I interpret this as her being aware that they'll eventually have to part ways for the Herta Station job, but that's a ways down the line. Silver Wolf isn't even on the team yet, hence...)
— He must have died.
The monster swallowed him again, but this time, his enemy is not another person.
The imposing armor stayed quiet. He was grappled and imprisoned within those pair of arms. The speaker was the woman with sunglasses.
"Listen, I can always kill you again, otherwise I can't bring you back."
Her voice was very gentle, and even the monster inside his body stayed silent to listen to her.
"But I don't want to."
The woman leaned down and whispered in his ear. It was a deal he couldn't refuse.
"What do you people want?"
"Is there anything more satisfying than seeing how the undying die? That's what 'he' said."
The giant armor loosened its arms. "Destiny" was ahead, and he will be leaving with them.
"Listen, Bladie, loosen up."
"Listen, don't think about anything at all." He nodded. The woman walked to his side, smiling. Yet he thought her smile looked very sad.
"Maybe someone left her before they could listen to everything she had to say," he thought.
Clop, clop... She heard footfalls coming from above her, getting closer, closer...(Also seems easy enough to interpret: Sam, Kaf, Blade, and (some other figure described only as “and …”) came to pick her up. Common knowledge at the time of SW's release seems to have assumed this was Elio himself. I suspect it’s equally likely, knowing what we’ve learned since, that this is the Trailblazer.)
One, two, three, four people.
A man, a woman, a metal humanoid, and...
She sat down, turned around, and looked around the empty basement one last time, before turning to the person at the door...
"I'll join."
The game called Punklorde ended that day.
...Go to Pteruges-V and locate an abandoned building at coordinates 135:7372124, 271:6372711. Enter it. There is an untouched canned drink under the window sill on the first floor. Take it. Wait until 11:12 AM on Wednesday and place the can at the entrance of the building. Kafka will appear 2 minutes later. There is a chance she will stop to investigate the can. Then, take the chance to throw this ball at her feet. I will take over and converse with her from there.Elio provided a great deal of really specific scenario-setting information. The goal seems to have been to create a butterfly effect of coincidences meant to create a future where Kafka actually listens to his proposal to join him. Most important for the purposes of my theory here: the person he gave these instructions to is kept mysteriously and purposefully ambiguous.
There is also a chance that Kafka will ignore the can. In that case, just throw the ball away. You will die, but death will come for everyone. As for the future that you yearn for - I will realize it."
— Wanted Order by Destiny's Slave
Kafka (when asking about her origin, specifically): …When Elio found me, I was in the middle of a mission... and the conditions he offered me caught my interest.And:
Kafka (when asked about your connection to each other): One day, Elio handed you over to me. He said that if things continued to transpire according to the future possibility he foresaw, you would eventually change me and I would change you.(I really like the way she says that last line all breathily, but I digress)
In other words, you and I are each other's destiny.
Kafka (when asked about TB's origin): You are an artificial body created for the purpose of hosting a Stellaron. From the moment of your birth, it was your destiny to receive the Stellaron at Herta Space Station. Before that task was complete, I was responsible for protecting you, as well as teaching you general knowledge, common sense, and combat skills.Sending an untrained, defenseless soon-to-be Trailblazer to recruit Kafka mid-mission would seem congruent with the wording here. Certainly, a way to pique Kafka's interest. 'one day, Elio handed you over to me' - maybe not as neat as if she was already working for Elio and he just handed TB over in, like, an office or something. But we know based on confirmed-true answers from Truth and Lies that Kafka found Elio's offer irresistible on its own terms and she was not coerced, and we know from the character story that the messenger could not coerce her and was destined to die if the offer was rejected or ignored. If Elio's pitch was 'this messenger of mine is destined to help provide you the change in which you seek. Work for me, train them, teach them combat, and together you two will be mutually destined for each other' that seems like a very thematically-appropriate, bombastic way of getting her on board. If Kafka spurned the offer and killed the messenger? Well, that would be tragically thematic as well.
2024.04.20 09:33 The_Real_Katakuri One Piece Reloaded: Chapter 962 + 53i「The difference in Numbers」
If you don't know where you are, this is a fanfic alternative story for the Wano arc. Look for more context at the main post. submitted by The_Real_Katakuri to OnePiece [link] [comments] ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Short summary (Careful! Spoil yourself at your own convenience by removing the cover.) Shutenmaru's departure leaves Masataka in trouble but he manages to defeat his opponents and goes help other allies in distress. Yamato looks for a doctor for Black Maria, Kisshoten looks for her sword chased by Jūki and Zoro crosses the battlefield looking for a way to the roof. Franky fights Sasaki with Usopp not helping much, Jinbē and Brook struggle against Smoothie and Daifuku and Nami receives a message that Robin has been captured. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第 962 + 53i 話 『The difference in Numbers』Skull dome: Masataka vs. JossLeft alone by Shutenmaru, Masataka has switched from being in control of his fight against Joss, to having to deal with a lot more gifters and even shinuchi as well. His feline opponent capitalizes on that and starts landing some hits on Masataka. Despite his prowess as a matial artist, the young student can't dodge everything. As long as he avoids the deadly ones, he can slowly take out the swarm of pirates around him until only Joss is left. A bit used to his latter advantage with Masataka not being able to fight back, Joss gets too confident and, while attacking, leaves an opening. Masataka doesn't miss his chance and with a powerful spinning kick, Joss is knocked out for good. 村田雄介 Masataka Damn... This was my favourtie shirt.Unidentified samurai shouting from afar Fall back!! Nagarekawa-sensei is wounded!! Protect him!!Masataka to himself (Nagarekawa-sensei!! Let's go!) ∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺ Left brain, Skull domeKisshoten and Yamato assess Black Maria's condition. It's critical. Kisshoten Ma-chan. Hey, don't close your eyes. No sleeping yet. Keep them open, Ma-chan. You'll be fine. It's over now. That bastard's dead.Zoro checking Queen's body Yeah. Very dead.Yamato I don't know. I've never seen anyone like that. I thought it was one of you.Zoro Hm... strange...Yamato Kiss-chan, isn't it? Wait here. I'll go fetch「Saruman」.Kisshoten Who's that?Yamato He's our vet. I hope he isn't dead yet.Kisshoten A veterinarian?? Ma-chan is a woman! Can't you look for a normal doctor??Yamato leaving Hey! We've got, what we've got... Bye!!Zoro Well, I guess you don't need me anymore, right?Kisshoten You aren't a medic, are you? Then no, we don't need you.Zoro Good luck.Kisshoten Yeah. Thanks. For nothing. That katana almost gets me killed seconds after taking it! Had I been the least bit faster, it would have been me who had been split in two by that thing.Zoro surprised Oh, could you feel it?Kisshoten angry Can you not?! That blade is cursed!! It doesn't matter how sharp it is, it won't end well for you.Zoro leaving Heh! So I've been told. I hope, at least, you learnt not to take other people's swords without asking.Kisshoten dismissive Yeah, yeah, get lost already! Zoro leaves the two women and tries to find the stairs, any stairs actually, to reach the roof. As soon as Zoro is out of sight, Kisshoten hears and feels a very heavy stepping close to them. Kisshoten as she looks Oh, no. Not now... Ma-chan. Ma-chan, answer.Jūki smiling Mumumumumu... I promised you a good time with papa Jūki, didn't I, cutie? Mumumu!!Kisshoten Ma-chan! Where's my sword?? MA-CHAN!!Black Maria It's... It's in the... inaudibleKisshoten So you really knew where it was!!!?? I'm gonna save you, but I'm so gekiokopunpunmaru at you right now, Ma-chan!! Please, wait for me here.Kisshoten starts running and leaves through a small corridor to the brothel. Jūki Mumumumu... You want to play hide and seek, cutie? Bring it on! I know how to catch my women.Jūki leaves Black Maria behind and finds a bigger passage, more suitable for him, by which trying to find Kisshoten. As he passes by the corridor Kisshoten took, giant centipedes the size of a thick snake start coming out from underneath his toenails and follow the smaller corridor. ∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺ Skull dome: Franky & Usopp vs. Sasaki & Co.尾田栄一郎 (🎧 recommended: Spark Mandrill) Franky 「Weapons Left」❕❕Sasaki meets Franky's bullets with his bare chest and doesn't even flinch. Franky Not even a scratch, huh?Sasaki throws a punch and Franky catches the fist with his own. A second punch and both pirates are pushing their fists against the other. Sasaki Afraid of my punches?Franky Unable to hit me without baiting?Franky shoots his right fist, linked to his arm by a chain. Still grabbing Sasaki's right fist too, the burst has the two of them spin in opposite senses. When Franky's back touches Sasaki's, the cyborg tenses the chain and channels his momentum to pull Sasaki flying along with his right fist in a circular motion until finally crashing him againt a building. At that moment Franky notices the wall shatters before Sasaki touches it. Franky to himself (What the...? It's like he's wearing an invisible armor. Is this why my bullets didn't do anything either?)尾田栄一郎 Sasaki coming out of the debris USELESS AGAIN! I told you. You can't hurt me with brute strength alone!Sasaki lunges at Franky swinging his sword fiercely. The cyborg uses his arms as a shield but every hit pushes him back. Franky to himself (It's like being crushed by a mountain! How can his arm carry this much weight!?)Sasaki You're tough too, I'll give you that. But you're not indestructible. A chunk of metal will never have the strength of my「haki」!!The force in the fishman's strikes increases and the blade starts leaving small marks in Franky's body. Franky alarmed (He's making dents!! I'm made of wapometal! How is this...)〄 Usopp Oi, Franky. How do I use the sword?Franky still under Sasaki's onslaught It's at your back. There's a stick behind the seat, just take it with the gauntlet and the Shōgun will pick the sword.〄 Usopp Isn't there any button to do it?Franky No. you have to take the stick behind the seat. Aren't you using the gauntlets? Is that why you're kicking all the time? Put on the gauntlets to control the Shōgun's arms. Didn't you read the instructions manual??〄 Usopp Yes, yes! I only wanted to make sure. That's all.Franky (Enough of this! It's going to be hard to fix.)尾田栄一郎 Franky Are you immune to pressure too?Franky's left hand shoots a powerful gust of compressed air that sends Sasaki flying against the dome's wall of bone, only that this time, Franky keeps the wind going. The pressure crushes the fishman's body that starts to flatten against the wall. Franky Your skin is surely hard, but your insides aren't! Unfortunately, I must refill now.The wind ceases and Sasaki's pressure is relieved. He coughs up some blood and smirks. Sasaki Ingenuity! Good. You're full of surprises. It will still not be enough.〄 Usopp Hey! Can I do that too, Franky?? It would be faster that way.Franky What?? Don't you even joke with that!! You'd blow away who knows how many people including our allies. Even the skull dome could collapse over us!〄 Usopp Woow, okay, okay. Downgrade version it is, then.Sasaki You've got some guts ignoring me every now and then, you know? Let me show you about crushing pressure...Sasaki jumps at Franky and puts all his might in a downwards slash that pierces Franky's left arm and gets stuck in it. Without thinking, the massive fishman gives up his sword and starts furiously punching, slapping, scratching and pinching Franky in a rush. Even the strength at his fingertips is tremendous. The reason why Franky is overwhelmed by his opponent is because he wasn't entirely paying attention as he's more concerned about Usopp. Franky USOPP!!! USE THE LEVER AT YOUR LEFT!!〄 Usopp What lever? What are you saying?Franky THE LEVER, NOW!! It's behind you, Usopp.〄 Usopp What's the matter? Why the lever?Franky USE IT and you'll see! But pull it now!!〄 Usopp I CAN'T!尾田栄一郎 Coming from behind, a giant club falls over the Franky Shōgun. The mecha doesn't budge, but it's a very tough impact nonetheless. Franky USOPP!! Are you alright??〄 Usopp Yes, yes, don't worry, Franky. I'm great.Franky (Isn't he the least bit shaken? He's so calm and confident, that's so unlike hi... WHY COULDN'T HE USE THE LEVER??)From up high in a nearby tower, hidden to most people in the dome, Usopp pokes his head. 尾田栄一郎 Usopp afraid of Franky's anger He, he... You should have really given me more options. I can't use the lever from here. Wait. You weren't expecting me to be in the middle of the battlefield, right? Not even inside the robot. I belong here in my sniping watchtower.尾田栄一郎 Franky That does it. I'm taking the shōgun back. You're going to get it trashed at this rate!尾田栄一郎 Beast pirates Number HATCHA Giant Bounty: 1億6800万฿ (168,000,000฿)Hatcha Hahha, Me likey drill-toy! Me smash drill-toy!!The huge slender man readies for another attack. Franky wants to intervene but he's being beaten by Sasaki. Usopp What do I do now?? Tell me, Franky!Franky You have to...ckjfnvjnsdeofmFranky can't finish his sentence as Sasaki's hand claws his face and tears part of his skin. Franky in rage Orrraaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!「FRANKY IRON BOXING」❕❕尾田栄一郎 The frustration, impotence and anger due to Usopp's irresponsible behavior sparks Franky's reaction and all of a sudden, he's the one beating Sasaki to a pulp. The comeback takes the Beast pirate by surprise, however it's not fast enough to go help the Franky Shōgun. Unidentified voice 「Narikabura (Ringing turnip」❕❕尾田栄一郎 A piercing burst of compressed air hits Hatcha from below. Hatcha OUCH! Me hurtie!!尾田栄一郎 Yamato No touching other people's toys, Hatcha! How many times do I have to tell you?The giant falls to the ground, unconscious. Sasaki Yamato?? Didn't you say, you were not going to help them in this fight?Yamato I'm not helping them. I'm just teaching Hatcha some manners. We do this all the time, Sas.Sasaki to Franky while wiping off the blood in his lips You didn't break me, but I definitely felt that. Congratulations. This is as far as you'll get, though. I'm not in the mood to keep this up any longer.He runs towards Franky ready for his next attack. Franky I'm not in the mood either, so we have a deal. Good luck tanking this.尾田栄一郎 ∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺ Skull dome: Jinbē & Brook vs. Smoothie & DaifukuRunning through the battlefield, Zoro sees the explosion caused by Franky's beam. Zoro to himself (Franky must be wraping up his fight. Good. He's so dependable. Usopp was with him so he must be alright as well.尾田栄一郎 Smoothie Mmm... You're very tasty. You sure you want to keep trying,「Jinbē, Knight of the sea」?Brook Let me assist you, Jinbē-san.尾田栄一郎 Brook's soul comes out of his body and faces Daifuku as his skeleton walks towards Smoothie. Smoothie Impressive. But you shouldn't make light of any of us. Specially not of me. I'm going to make a raisin out of you in one go.Brook Are you going to dry my bones? Please, go ahead! I've been suspecting of some mold growing in some parts of me for a while. A security dehydration would be much appreciated, miss.Smoothie to herself (Does he mean he's truly a skeleton? Isn't it just a disguise like brother Mont d'Or??)In front of Brook's soul, Daifuku is quite scared himself, but Ifrīt is not. Ifrīt Oh, so that skeleton is your master? I really like your style. You have him completely in check. How did you get the upper hand? Asking for a friend, of course...Brook confused My mas...? What? It's not like that. It's just me. Why do... I'm wasting time.Before Brook can launch his attack, Ifrīt goes to him and shuts Brook's soul mouth with his own hand, grabbing his whole head in one hand. Brook stops in his tracks completely shocked. Brook still able to speak How can you... touch me?Ifrīt What silly question is this? Why should I be unable to? We're the same.Brook having his soul brain break down in shock Yes? No? 。。。I don't know? Are we?Jinbē to himself (How can this be happening?? I'm failing my crew. They're even coming to my rescue. This is so shameful...)Daifuku relieved to see Ifrīt can touch Brook's soul Muaahahahahahaha!! Mama has taken thousands of souls in her life. But this is the first one that comes LITERALLY walking into our hands!! MUAHAHAHAHA!!!Ifrīt with a sad face Yes, master.Brook panicking Wait! What??Jinbē to himself (Okay, maybe I still have a chance to prove myself.)Zoro from afar (It's definitely Jinbē, it must be. I should tell him later he shouldn't lose weight that fast or his skin is going to sag. Brook's with him too. They seem to be in trouble.)Brook crying ZORO-SAN!! YES! HELP US PLEASE!!!Jinbē serious Don't trouble yourself with us, Zoro! It's under control. Please, be on your way, we'll get this over shortly.Zoro shouting I see! I count on you, Jinbē!Jinbē in a quiet voice Thank you.https://preview.redd.it/v7v2hkzf7lvc1.jpg?width=736&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d939a35765f4eb4d2c10687b5c07f8a6d344423d Jinbē (Hang on, Brook. I will fail no more.) ∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺∺ Skull dome: Nami, Carrot & Rei vs. Oniwabanshu尾田栄一郎 The samurai and the rest of the allied forces keep fighting without rest. The surprise element let them get and advantage in the beginning, but now the sheer superiority of the Beasts numbers is pushing them back little by little. No matter how many pirates they slay, more are still left to fight. Nami, Carrot and Rei are still fighting against the Oniwabanshu when one of the Heart pirates comes out of the stairs into the mansion. https://preview.redd.it/679ebsbk7lvc1.png?width=257&format=png&auto=webp&s=3971f02017f6674897a2fc50ea45156843d87095 Heart pirates Traumatologist HAKUGAN Bounty: 4600万฿ (46,000,000฿)Hakugan shouting 「Cat Burglar」!! Your comrade is in trouble. CP0 took her!Nami surprised of his arrival WHAT? Robin??Hakugan Yes! Captain Law sends me to tell you because he couldn't protect her! Doflamingo suddenly appeared too!!Nami very worried (Doflamingo again?? And the CP0. This is a nightmare and Luffy is still in a coma!!)Hakugan doubtful Eer... How could I tell...?尾田栄一郎 Carrot I can track her, Nami! Will you be...?Nami interrupting Yes! I'll be fine Carrot. Please, go find her!Hakugan blushing Me? Yes, I can.Nami Go Carrot! He stays with me in your place.Carrot running at an outstanding speed Let's gooooooo!Hakugan still blushing The name's Hakugan... Nice to...Nami interrupting Good. Call me Nami. Protect me like your life depends on it. And stop blushing.尾田栄一郎 Zoro Hey, Nami! Need a hand?Nami angry Zoro! Where the hell have you been?? And don't tell me you swam off the island by accident!!Zoro puzzled What? No! Why would I...Nami interrupting I'm fine. Just got myself a bodyguard, but Robin...Nami is interrupted by Sanji high near the top of the dome Sanji MARIMO!! Weren't you going to the roof?? What are you waiting for??Zoro Hey, calm down, everyone! I'm trying to find the way, okay??Nami Wait. Zoro, Sanji. Kaidō can wait. I know we're supposed to help Kin'emon and the others, but Robin has just been...Sanji with an angry face of extreme impotence I know!! But, without wishing to set a precedent here... Zoro must to go to the roof right now. Robin's unharmed. I can sense it. But somehow, Luffy and Chopper are up there, most likely fighting Kaidō and another strong individual. Luffy is on the verge of death. I'd go myself if I could!Sanji dives to pick Zoro but King arrives to intercept him. Sanji (He's up already!? I thought I had more time.)ProfessorGemini King dodges and sends Sanji flying across the whole dome and out through a hole with a kick, then follows him. Hakugan These stairs should take you to the roof「Pirate hunter」.Zoro Thanks!Nami lying Yes. Don't waste any more time and go!Through the dark staircase, Zoro disappears from the battlefield. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for reading! Feel free to comment or ask whatever you want to share. All feedback is welcome! ← Previous chapter Index Second half → |
2024.04.13 23:21 SanderSo47 Directors at the Box Office: Guillermo del Toro
https://preview.redd.it/ssgcrty5dbuc1.png?width=1920&format=png&auto=webp&s=840fd130b74c5be5023b84779deac50ee8ef1874 submitted by SanderSo47 to boxoffice [link] [comments] Here's a new edition of "Directors at the Box Office", which seeks to explore the directors' trajectory at the box office and analyze their hits and bombs. I already talked about a few, and as I promised, it's Guillermo del Toro's turn. When del Toro was about eight years old, he began experimenting with his father's Super 8 camera, making short films with Planet of the Apes toys and other objects. One short focused on a "serial killer potato" with ambitions of world domination; it murdered del Toro's mother and brothers before stepping outside and being crushed by a car. Del Toro studied special effects and make-up with special-effects artist Dick Smith. He spent 10 years as a special-effects make-up designer and formed his own company, Necropia. Eventually, he would get his chance to direct films. From a box office perspective, how reliable was he to deliver a box office hit? That's the point of this post. To analyze his career. Cronos (1992)"An ancient device. A modern discovery. A terrifying tale of the eternal."His directorial debut. The film stars Federico Luppi, Ron Perlman, Claudio Brook, Margarita Isabel and Tamara Shanath. A mysterious device designed to provide its owner with eternal life resurfaces after four hundred years, leaving a trail of destruction in its path. The film struggled at the box office, as there wasn't a lot of support for a Mexican film back then. But del Toro made a very good impression with critics, helping him launch into cult cinema.
Mimic (1997)"For thousands of years, man has been evolution's greatest creation... until now."His second film. Based on the short story by Donald A. Wollheim, it stars Mira Sorvino, Jeremy Northam, Josh Brolin, Charles S. Dutton, Giancarlo Giannini and F. Murray Abraham. Three years ago, entomologist Dr. Susan Tyler genetically created an insect to kill cockroaches carrying a virulent disease. Now, the insects are out to destroy their only predator, mankind. While del Toro was excited over working on his first American project, he had a very rough time dealing with Miramax. When Harvey Weinstein saw early footage, there were fights between him and del Toro regarding the tone, with Weinstein claiming the film was not scary enough. It has been reported that one day Weinstein was so infuriated with del Toro that he stormed onto the Toronto set and attempted to instruct del Toro on "how to direct a movie". Weinstein would eventually try to get del Toro fired. Following an intervention from lead actress Mira Sorvino, Weinstein backed down, and principal photography would be completed with del Toro as director in early 1997. However, Weinstein still insisted on having control over the final cut. Producer B.J. Rack later compared making the film to "being a prisoner of a war camp", as del Toro was not given final cut privilege. While the film had the backing of a big American studio, the film failed to recoup its $30 million budget. The film also received mixed reviews, who noted problems with the story and pacing. Del Toro has expressed his disappointment with the film, calling it "a horrible, horrible, horrible experience."
The Devil's Backbone (2001)"What's a ghost?"His third film. It stars Marisa Paredes, Eduardo Noriega, Federico Luppi, Irene Visedo, Fernando Tielve, and Íñigo Garcés. Set in Spain, 1939, during the final year of the Spanish Civil War, the film follows a boy who is left in an orphanage operated by Republican loyalists and haunted by the ghost of a recently-deceased boy. Del Toro wrote the first draft before writing Cronos. This "very different" version was set in the Mexican Revolution and focused not on a child's ghost but a "Christ with three arms". According to del Toro, and as drawn in his notebooks, there were many iterations of the story, some of which included antagonists who were a "doddering ... old man with a needle," a "desiccated" ghost with black eyes as a caretaker (instead of the living Jacinto who terrorizes the orphans), and "beings who are red from head to foot." The film received highly positive reviews, who noted as his best film yet. While the film wasn't exactly a megahit, it made a very good amount of money in Mexico.
Blade II (2002)"Faster. Sharper. Deadlier."His fourth film. The sequel to Blade, it stars Wesley Snipes, Kris Kristofferson, Ron Perlman, Leonor Varela, Norman Reedus and Luke Goss. The film follows the human-vampire hybrid Blade in his continuing effort to protect humans from vampires, finding himself in a fierce battle against a group of mutant vampires who seek to commit global genocide of both vampire and human races. Blade and his human allies are coerced into joining forces with a special elite group of vampires. After the success of the original film, New Line Cinema and Marvel quickly commissioned a sequel. David S. Goyer had planned to use Morbius but Marvel wanted to keep the character for a franchise of his own. When Stephen Norrington turned down the offer to return, Goyer personally asked del Toro, as he admired his previous films. Del Toro was a big comic book fan, and decided to accept the offer. Del Toro was tired of the romantic concept of "vampires being tortured Victorian heroes" and wanted vampires to be scary again. Del Toro chose not to alter the script too much from the ideas created by Goyer and Snipes. According to del Toro: "I wanted the movie to have a feeling of both a comic book and Japanese animation. I resurrected those sources and viewed them again. I dissected most of the dailies from the first movie; I literally grabbed about four boxes of tapes and one by one saw every single tape from beginning to end until I perfectly understood where the language of the first film came from. I studied the style of the first one and I think Norrington used a tremendous narrative style. His work is very elegant". Del Toro usually consulted with Snipes on the script, as he believed he was the best person who knew the character. The film was highly anticipated, and it delivered by earning $155 million worldwide, del Toro's first film to pass the $100 million milestone. But critical reception was mixed; while the action was praised, others criticized the story and lack of character development.
Hellboy (2004)"Here to protect."His fifth film. Based on the Dark Horse Comics character created by Mike Mignola, it stars Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Jeffrey Tambor, Karel Roden, Rupert Evans, and John Hurt. In the film, a charismatic demon-turned-investigator named "Hellboy" works with the secretive Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense to suppress paranormal threats, but a resurrected sorcerer seeks to make Hellboy fulfill his destiny by triggering the apocalypse. Despite working heavily with Mignola, del Toro struggled in finding studios interested, as they disliked the title, script and Perlman's casting. Vin Diesel was linked to the role when the film was being proposed at Universal Pictures, and Jeremy Renner was offered the "title role" but turned it down due to having no attachment to the source material. David Hyde Pierce was hired to provide the voice for Abe Sapien due to Pierce being a "bigger name" and having a "more recognizable sound". Pierce refused to take credit, perform press tours, or attend the premiere out of respect for Doug Jones. The film received a great response, particularly for del Toro's style. But that didn't translate at the box office; it hit almost $100 million, which was far below its needed break-even point. As a consolation, however, the film was a massive hit on DVD.
Pan's Labyrinth (2006)"What happens when make-believe believes it's real?"His sixth film. It stars Ivana Baquero, Sergi López, Maribel Verdú, Doug Jones, and Ariadna Gil. The story takes place in Spain in the summer of 1944, during the early Francoist period, five years after the Spanish Civil War. The narrative intertwines this real world with a mythical world centered on an overgrown, abandoned labyrinth and a mysterious faun creature, with whom the main character, Ofelia, interacts. For 20 years, del Toro had a notebook with doodles, ideas, drawings and plot bits for an unspecified film. At one point during production, he left the notebook in a taxi in London and was distraught, but the cabbie returned it to him two days later. Del Toro got the idea of the faun from childhood experiences with "lucid dreaming"; every midnight, he would wake up, and a faun would gradually step out from behind the grandfather's clock. The film employs some computer-generated imagery in its effects, but it mostly uses complex make-up and animatronics. Del Toro himself performed the noises for the toad. The mandrake root is a combination of animatronics and CGI. Del Toro wanted the fairies "to look like little monkeys, like dirty fairies", but the animation company had the idea to give them wings made of leaves. Disappointed with the subitles for Devil's Backbone, del Toro himself decided to make the subtitles. While the film is titled Pan's Labyrinth in North America, del Toro said the faun is not Pan. When the film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, it was met with a record 22-minute standing ovation. It received del Toro's greatest reviews and was quickly named as one of the best films of the century, and of all time. The language barrier didn't stop it from finding an audience: it earned $83 million worldwide, making it one of the biggest numbers for a Mexican/Spanish film. It received 6 Oscar nominations, with del Toro achieving his first nomination for Best Original Screenplay. It won for Best Art Direction, Best Cinematography and Best Makeup.
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008)"Believe it or not, he's the good guy."His seventh film. The sequel to Hellboy, it stars Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, Jeffrey Tambor, and John Hurt. In the film, Hellboy and the Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense must battle a mythical prince who plans to reclaim the world for his magical kindred. While Hellboy wasn't a box office success, it earned a huge amount of renue through DVD sales. This convinced the producers that there was enough interest for a sequel. After Sony chose to pass on the project, Universal picked it up. Del Toro and Mignola started considering what comics to adapt, before deciding that a completely original idea seemed best for the project. Thanks to Pan's Labyrinth, del Toro didn't struggle in getting the film made on his own terms. The film received great reviews, and some noted it as an improvement over the original. The film's hype really seemed on point, as the film opened with $34.5 million on its opening weekend, far bigger than the original. However, the arrival of a small indie flick called The Dark Knight on its second weekend heavily damaged its legs. It went from #1 to #5 on just one weekend, falling a disastrous 71%. It never recovered, and closed with $75 million domestically and $160 million worldwide, failing to recoup its $85 million budget. Like the original, it performed quite well on home media. While del Toro and Perlman were insistent that a third film would happen, it was eventually scrapped.
Pacific Rim (2013)"Go big or go extinct."His eighth film. It stars Charlie Hunnam, Idris Elba, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day, Robert Kazinsky, Max Martini, and Ron Perlman. The film is set in the not-too-distant future, when Earth is at war with the Kaijus, colossal sea monsters which have emerged from an interdimensional portal on the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. To combat the monsters, humanity unites to create the Jaegers, gigantic humanoid mechas, each controlled by two co-pilots whose minds are joined by a mental link. Focusing on the war's later days, the story follows Raleigh Becket, a washed-up Jaeger pilot called out of retirement and teamed with rookie pilot Mako Mori as part of a last-ditch effort to defeat the Kaiju and their secret masters once and for all. While walking on the beach near Santa Monica Pier, Travis Beacham imagined a giant robot and a giant monster fighting to the death. He then came up with the concept of the robots being controlled by two pilots, wondering what would happen if one dies. Legendary Pictures bought his script, and del Toro was fascinated by the concept. When one of his projects was cancelled, del Toro decided to focus on Pacific Rim. He introduced ideas he had always wished to see in the genre, such as a Kaiju birth and a Kaiju attack seen from a child's perspective. At $180 million, it was his most expensive film. He cast many actors based on his familiarity with other projects. For example, he cast Charlie Day because he liked his performance in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. In return, the show got del Toro to play Pappy McPoyle in 2 episodes. The film received great reviews, particularly for its special effects and action sequences. Although that didn't exactly translate into a box office hit. The film had a modest performance in North America and other territories, which was quite bad considering its budget. And so China came to the rescue; it grossed a huge $111 million in the market, becoming the biggest territory for the film and allowing it to pass $400 million worldwide. So not a bomb, but not exactly a huge hit as expected. Too bad there were was no sequel.
Crimson Peak (2015)"Beware."His ninth film. It stars Mia Wasikowska, Tom Hiddleston, Jessica Chastain, Charlie Hunnam, and Jim Beaver. The story, set in Edwardian-era England, follows an aspiring author who travels to a remote Gothic mansion in Cumberland, England with her new husband and his sister. There, she must decipher the mystery behind the ghostly visions that haunt her new home. Del Toro convinced Universal in greenlighting Crimson Peak, as they kept in touch during the making of Pacific Rim. He said he wanted the film to take the horror genre to its roots, "I think people are getting used to horror subjects done as found footage or B-value budgets. I wanted this to feel like a throwback." He wanted to create a large-scale horror film in the tradition of those he grew up watching, such as The Omen, The Exorcist, and The Shining. The film fared solid, but not great reviews. While the film was praised for its visual style, it was also criticized for its thin story and weak characters. It also struggled at the box office; it made just $74 million against its $55 million budget. Ouch.
The Shape of Water (2017)"A fairy tale for troubled times."His tenth film. It stars Sally Hawkins, Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Doug Jones, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Octavia Spencer. Set in 1962 Baltimore, Maryland, the film follows a mute custodian at a high-security government laboratory who falls in love with a captured humanoid amphibian creature, and decides to help him escape from death at the hands of an evil colonel. The project was primarily inspired by del Toro's childhood memories of seeing Creature from the Black Lagoon and wanting to see the Gill-man and Kay Lawrence succeed in their romance. After failing to convince the Universal executives in accepting his pitch, Searchlight Pictures got involved. Del Toro cast Sally Hawkins after watching Fingersmith and Happy-Go-Lucky, wanting her to emulate Stan Laurel's performances. He also wanted Ian McKellen to play Giles, as he based the character on his performance in Gods and Monsters. Unfortunately, McKellen was unavailable and Richard Jenkins was cast instead. The film received critical acclaim, quickly named as one of del Toro's best films. And despite the weird premise, it was a huge success for del Toro, as it earned almost $200 million worldwide, becoming one of Searchlight's biggest films. After winning the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, it received 13 Oscar nominations. It won Best Production Design and Best Score, and del Toro would finally get his first Oscar for Best Director and Best Picture.
Nightmare Alley (2021)"Man or beast."His 11th film. Based on the novel of the same name by William Lindsay Gresham, it stars Bradley Cooper, Cate Blanchett, Toni Collette, Willem Dafoe, Richard Jenkins, Rooney Mara, Ron Perlman, Mary Steenburgen, and David Strathairn. It follows a charming and ambitious carnival worker with a mysterious past who takes big risks to boost his career. The film was a huge deviation from del Toro's works, as it features no supernatural or fantasy elements. The novel was previously adapted in 1947, but del Toro was more interested in making a more faithful adaptation. Leonardo DiCaprio was eyed to star in the film, but Bradley Cooper replaced him. Del Toro stated that he and Cooper quickly connected with each other when del Toro met Cooper in the latter's house to discuss the role. The film received a solid response, although some criticized its length and story. Despite a $60 million budget, the film didn't find an audience, earning just $39 million. Despite that, the film still received 4 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture.
Pinocchio (2022)"Love will give you life."His 12th film. Based on The Adventures of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi, it stars Gregory Mann, David Bradley, Ewan McGregor, Burn Gorman, Ron Perlman, John Turturro, Finn Wolfhard, Cate Blanchett, Tim Blake Nelson, Christoph Waltz, and Tilda Swinton. Set in Fascist Italy during the interwar period, it follows Pinocchio's life as he adventures the world. The film was a lifelong passion project for del Toro, who watched the 1940 Disney version when he was a kid. He loved it, and by his teenage years, yearned to make his own dark version. In 2003, he discovered Gris Grimly's illustrations for the 2002 edition of Carlo Collodi's book, portraying Pinocchio as a puppet with a long, pointed nose and spindly limbs, with gestures that del Toro felt captured the energy of an unruly but otherwise goodhearted puppet. This was the vision that del Toro wanted to create, but he wasn't getting support from the studios in greenlighting the stop-motion project. Fortunately, Netflix saved the project in 2018, allowing him to fulfill his dream. The film was acclaimed by critics and audiences, particularly for its dark tone. As it was a Netflix original film, there are no box office numbers available. Over its first seven days of digital release, the film logged over 10.91 million hours viewed worldwide. Del Toro won his third Oscar, now for Best Animated Film. The FutureHe's currently filming his new film, Frankenstein, for Netflix. It will star Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, Lars Mikkelsen, David Bradley, Christian Convery, Charles Dance, and Christoph Waltz.Other ProjectsHe has written some films that he never directed, such as The Hobbit films, Don't Be Afraid of the Dark and The Witches.He is also an executive producer on films like Megamind, Puss in Boots, Kung Fu Panda 2 and Kung Fu Panda 3. He was also a producer on Rudo y Cursi, The Book of Life, Pacific Rim: Uprising and Antlers. In television, he created two shows. The first is The Strain, which is based on a book he wrote with Chuck Hogan, and he directed the first episode. The other is Trollhunters, which is based on his novel. The Unrealized FilmsWell, you couldn't make a post on del Toro without bringing up the projects he never got to make. So let's delve into a few of them.
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The VerdictInconsistent.Del Toro has crafted an impressive resume. Even his weaker works still have their charms. The problem is that he has been struggling with the budgets, and that in turn prevents his films from breaking even. As he said, DVD sales were the reason Hellboy II was greenlit, but it was the decline of that market that made it more difficult to get a third film made. And that's before we even get to the amount of unrealized projects. A unique director that simply struggled in having the box office success he deserves. And that's a shame, as you can tell he is very passionate about his work. Hope you liked this edition. You can find this and more in the wiki for this section. The next director will be Todd Phillips. Very fitting, considering we just had a teaser trailer for Joker: Folie à Deux. I asked you to choose who else should be in the run and the comment with the most upvotes would be chosen. Well, we'll later talk about... Wes Craven. A horror legend. This is the schedule for the following four:
And the theme is: Actor-directors. And I'm not talking about directors that occassionally act, some just in cameos. I'm talking celebrities more known for acting, that regularly direct. So there are two requirements here: the director must have a prominent acting career, and he must have directed at least 5 films. That means actors like Kevin Costner, Bradley Cooper, Greta Gerwig, John Krasinski and Jordan Peele are ineligible here. So what actor-director should be? |
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2024.03.29 20:14 _nerdd-_ The Mess That is The Paradigm - An unnecessarily long Fortnite lore recap/essay
IntroEver since the Chapter 3 Season 4 trailer(1), I've been very miffed. This trailer, being when The Paradigm's face was revealed to be that of Brie Larson's, in turn, confirming that The Paradigm was in fact, NOT Singularity, which confused me and many others GREATLY, given that many details in-game, and by the Creative Director himself, Donald Mustard, all would say otherwise up until that very moment. In this post, I'll be proclaiming that I don’t touch grass by explaining the lore of, now two, Fortnite characters. This will be split into parts summarizing the "canon" and established lore, and in the later half I'll just be more heavily opinionated, explaining discrepancies, grievances, and coping.NOTE: Sources, videos, context, and etc. will be bolded, numbered, and they will connect with a AutoMod-safe reply to this post. For some reason, despite being approved, YouTube's site gets the post/comment removed. Chapter 1, Season 8 - The UnvaultingAfter working together to insert the runes(2) into Loot Lake's massive vault, it had finally opened at the end of the season, causing catastrophe to The Island, and kicking off The Unvaulting(3). Before the Island's Volcano had erupted, we had jumped into the now-opened vault, which took us to The In-Between/The Nexus, the same area we were taken to after C1S6's Butterfly Event(4). In said vault, we were presented with several pillars that contained items to be unvaulted, but more notably, our first time seeing The Zero Point and also a small desk, containing the helmet of a character we had yet to see. https://preview.redd.it/mqvcu3cp7brc1.png?width=616&format=png&auto=webp&s=2baa600e224bbc042fe04fd0a968ced9687114b7 Chapter 1, Season 9After the events of The Unvaulting, we were thrusted into the future to see a rebuilt society, with Neo Tilted and Mega Mall. Inside Neo Tilted, we can see a large statue of some figure holding a helmet. The helmet, in question, being the same one that was seen guarding the Zero Point in The In-between. https://preview.redd.it/yvuaydjq7brc1.png?width=620&format=png&auto=webp&s=ff5880daf85c2af2064022bf4bad601bf0cb6fee As the season progressed, over time we saw that the Ice Cap in Polar Peak was melting away, revealing The Devourer, a giant cyclops monster (or a basic t-rex, going from the comics)(5), which had eventually escaped. Following this, The Volcano, which had become a Power Plant for the high-tech cities, was hollowed out to prepare for construction. What is built is a giant mech/robot, able to be piloted and prepared for combat against another large entity, that being Mecha Team Leader. The torso/head, legs, and arms were all themed after other existing Snapshots. Those snapshots being: Cuddle Team Leader, Drift, Rex, Tomato Head, and Beef Boss. https://preview.redd.it/6zfq8nnr7brc1.png?width=616&format=png&auto=webp&s=5712200d0ce6c7546d555a3847114ba17eea630e Throughout the season, we were able to collect Fortbytes, which foretold a prophecy about the fight between the Mech and Monster, and with 90 of these Fortbytes we were able to unlock the woman in the statue, the woman guarding the Zero Point, Singularity. Upon unlocking her, you could find her other helmets spread about the map, which were bonus styles for her, but also correlated to the parts of the Mecha Team leader. Her Outfit’s ID internally is “CID_469_Athena_Commando_F_BattleSuit” https://preview.redd.it/mf1f6nxs7brc1.png?width=617&format=png&auto=webp&s=f1c3606c494875f22e08b82295189aff4c567061 The Final ShowdownThe Devourer has finally surfaced again onto the Island, hungry for the energy contained within The Zero Point. It's go time.(6)remember when they accidentally showed us the t-posed version for the event Loading into the event, we're given a loading screen that shows a battle-ready Singularity looking at her creation last-minute, preparing for take-off, holding her (presumably) piloting helmet. Note now that we never actually see her board the mech. During the battle, we can hear The Mech make some speech-like, yet incomprehensible noises, talking to The Devourer, but they seem cocky or powerful. However we never do figure out what it was saying... unless? Donald Mustard - Part OneDonald Mustard, the former creative director of Fortnite up until recently, has been known to share MANY hints on his TwitteX profile, from his location, to seemingly normal posts, his banner, etc. During the event however, at/around the same time we heard the Mech "speak", Mustard had changed his Twitter location to translations of what it was saying, those being, "We will defend the Island." and "We are Singularity..." Hey! That's the name of the girl! Given the parts of the robot, styles of Singularity, the loading screen, and translated dialogue, it's likely safe to assume that Singularity, is our Mech's pilot. (You would think. Back to that later.) (also labelling this 13a for the source, sorry its out of order)https://preview.redd.it/b8wxcnky7brc1.png?width=676&format=png&auto=webp&s=695bcbeedc0a1f9ccdc1c5f230dd197d4764ae59 The Final Showdown, continued The Devourer began to take a heavy lead over the Mech, removing an arm and shooting some sort of plasma/acid through its chest. With no other option to stop The Devourer from consuming the Zero Point, the Mech's pilot had to stoop to its level. Absorb the Zero Point's power in order to defeat the monster. Floored from the beating, the Pilot realizes what they have to do, and thanks to the help of The Devourer, the Zero Point was able to be easily obtained. Now supercharged from the power of the omniverse, the Mech approaches Neo Tilted and grabs the statue of Singularity. The statue is lifted and revealed to be a giant, energy absorbable sword, which is used to finally slay The Devourer. The Pilot flosses on the skull of their victim, and chooses to ascend into space, never to be seen again, until it was. https://preview.redd.it/o5nhobl68brc1.png?width=615&format=png&auto=webp&s=07bc97feea3e2a616f8d5121342324e84bd2ba60 Chapter 1, Season XDue to The Mech crushing the Zero Point to absorb its power, it has caused havoc all over the island, and it is extremely unstable, on the verge of explosion. Sections of The Island have become reverted and frozen to their previous states from years ago, including Dusty Depot, and The Meteor.https://preview.redd.it/vhr5cng88brc1.png?width=616&format=png&auto=webp&s=8afa11e70a150b1ef53d547447ca093bc740e7f3 Previously on...The original appearance of this meteor dates back to Chapter 1, Seasons 3-4, when it crashed into the island during Season 4. Inside this meteor, however, was some sort of alien to The Island, equipped in a raggedy spacesuit. This alien was known as The Visitor. He traversed the Island for a while, scavenging for parts, when he was finally able to construct a Rocket that would allow him to return home. He left the Island with a giant tear in the sky, which opened up an entire other barrel of monkeys.The Scientist Hey! If The Visitor was inside that Meteor, wouldn't that mean a version of him from the past would be inside that Meteor? And that's exactly who. (technically this isn’t actually clarified, ever) However, this Visitor was a bit different. He was aware that the environment around him was very unusual, likely given how he was in a giant rock suspended midair, and probably the giant space energy ball that was hovering. He was also much more vocal. https://preview.redd.it/96mn0xqa8brc1.png?width=618&format=png&auto=webp&s=3b45c2620b7523442f246537ace3f39e220e26cd Aside from that though, he knew that The Zero Point was about to burst, and he had to do something, quick. He began working on another rocket. He's aware that his rocket has the ability to open rifts and teleport things, and he intended to use this to his advantage. He deconstructed smaller mechs spread about the map to construct new heavy duty armor, and began planning for the Zero Point's demise. from their twitter, the BRUTE was edited out for The End's loading screen He was able to communicate with others like him(7, nice coincidence lol) from around all of reality, in order to synchronize a plan to restabilize the Zero Point. He left memos around his workspace, which were also messages to his colleagues in the event of emergency. He reveals that there are Seven of them in on this plan, and that they are being watched by some higher entity, but regardless, they must put the plan in action. It's time for The End. The ParadigmAround 3 days before The End event occurred, we were "introduced" (dropped in the item shop) to a new character named "The Paradigm", being labeled as one of The Seven, and her description claiming that "Her allegiance is Unknown." Her suit, however, ringed very familiar. In fact, it was almost identical to the suit worn by Singularity.(8a) (albeit, a little more raggedy/used as akin to the other two members of The Seven) That's strange. She also had identical styles to The Scientist.(8)(9) https://preview.redd.it/5zvlabzj8brc1.png?width=351&format=png&auto=webp&s=bc0ee8e61f70e99a2fcaa632469395a0b81892c0 During this time, the community speculated that she may be the same character as Singularity, given the same suit design, and her description of unknown allegiance could align with a certain somebody guarding, and then crushing the Zero Point, causing this whole mess in the first place. But hey, Fortnite reused models 24/7 during this time, so maybe it's somethin', maybe it's nothin'. And at the time, we also didn't know what The Pilot (assumed to be Singularity) was doing up in space after they danced and flew off without any sort of issue, well, besides the arm thing. The EndAs the countdown hit zero, it was go-time. The Scientist flew his rocket around, attempting to calibrate Rift Travel. He opened a large rift in the sky, calibrating the 6 others around the map. From these, more rockets, similar to his, came out, and they all gathered from behind the large meteor, planning to lodge it into the Zero Point. Their plan works, and the Zero Point is preparing to bring everything back in to heal itself, causing a black hole. Before this occurs though, the 7 rockets are able to escape via their rift abilities. Goodbye, Athena.https://preview.redd.it/ywdikd0m8brc1.png?width=617&format=png&auto=webp&s=a986b697d8bafd32f8020b77ae5b8aa488497055 The IODuring Chapter 2, we finally learn about who was watching over The Seven while they enacted the events of The End, and we discover that The IO have been the ones supervising and keeping watch over the Zero Point for millennia. Hey, isn't that what Singularity was doing in the vault, back in C1S8? Supervising the Zero Point? Interesting.Chapter 3, Season 1Been a while, hasn't it? We're now in the regurgitated, flip-sided residence of The Seven, most of them, anyway. There's a giant statue of a figure in armor, The Foundation, celebrating his heroism. Rings a bell to Singularity, doesn't it? Digressing, the storyline of Chapter 3 begins with The Scientist trying to find The Paradigm again. He works with us, The Looper, trying to find crashed satellites and other communicatory devices she's left for him, allowing for their communication to become much easier. Again, they are actively communicating with one another. (note this also.) It's implied that she is upset and is in hiding from the rest of The Seven. He sends out several personal messages to her, implying some sort of relationship between the two, and keeping her informed of current events, as well as how badly they need her to fend off against the IO."Paradigm. Uh, it's me. I'm-- I'm guessing you heard what happened. Obviously we had more ambitious goals than simply flipping the Island. That was just one step in a scrupulously planned attack that would've reduced the Imagined Order to a smoking crater, to put it mildly, But, the reality left us exposed and overextended. If-- if they manage a counter attack before we recover, it’s over. All of it. Look, I know our history is... complicated... but I want you to know I never lost faith in you. Okay, I did. But only for five minutes, maybe. Maybe a few weeks, tops. Uh...It's hard to believe that someone who went through what you went through would hold the line...But I-- I know you did. (sighs)So we really do not deserve your help right now, not at all, but we need it." "Paradigm, it's me again. Uh, this is my final message. Everything, and I mean everything, depends on you now. You've always been so much more than just our pilot. In our darkest days, you brought us hope. You brought us together. And after everything you've been through, I wish we didn't need you to suit up again. But we do. We really do. All reality is yours to save... You know, that's it! Just all reality. You just need to come home." Chapter 3, Season 2We're introduced to The Imagined, whose quest line involves prepping for the war against the IO, but also getting back in touch with The Paradigm. The first few weeks of quests are spent harvesting computer parts for some vague project The Imagined and The Scientist have been working on since last season, which is revealed to be for contact with Paradigm. The Imagined keeps us updated through the story quests.“The Paradigm is still out there, and she has just sent the solution to our problems! I gotta tell The Origin about this. He'll be… Happy? I hope? He is not! “Ah, that guy's always sayin', (impression of The Origin) "This could have been the end of our reality." And yet, he holds onto petty grudges that make reality harder to save! I'm sick of the infighting! Paradigm has a plan and we need to try it.” But! They now have a proper relay to communicate with Paradigm, which will help in the fight against the IO. But what seems to be The Origin’s problem with Paradigm? The Imagined further informs us, “So, obviously you know I set up a personal relay with The Paradigm. The Origin is convinced she's a traitor because she broke out of a prison he had to be rescued from. He thinks she had inside help, but he has no proof. Old men and their hunches, I guess. And even if he did have proof, I believe people can change. I just... I have to believe that. Paradigm instructed me to standby for important information…” Fed up with all the fighting and distrust in regards to The Paradigm from fellow members of The Seven, The Imagined makes an announcement. “There's been a lot of questions around the loyalty of one of our ranks: The Paradigm. So I just want to go on record, VERY loudly, to say that I stand with her! She has helped us every step of the way. To judge her based on rumor is... Well, it's criminal. I don't remember my past. I could have done... I don't want to think about what I could have done. But I am here now. I am ready to fight. And ultimately, I think that's what matters.” Time passes after this, and now we’re on set for a Collision course. This time, we’re in control of the Mech, with a Seven-themed redesign, and a sword with no statue, our pilot? The re-welcomed Paradigm. Welcome back. Chapter 3, Season 3This season wasn't all too lore heavy, but we got some scraps. The Scientist's quests involve documenting and researching the Zero Point's weird behavior, as well as the sudden appearance of some strange liquid chrome. He's also building some sort of A.I. to help assist him in his work. However, the chrome seems to get to him during his research, and he leaves a final message for Paradigm."Paradigm. If you're listening to this... It means I'm gone. I don't know where they took me. And I don't know if I'll be back. I promised we'd never leave you alone again. And I promised freeing the Zero Point would be safe. Everything's my fault. So whatever happens to me, I deserve it. I programmed Amie to take care of you and whoever's left. I hope there are people left. I'm sorry it ended like this. I've always--" Static. The specimen seems to have kidnapped The Scientist to an undisclosed location, but not before he tries to comfort Paradigm again. ------Exceeeeept that was apparently a fakeout. The Paradigm gets a questline to find The Seven, who have seemingly disappeared. Eventually Paradigm discovers they've disappeared on purpose in order to secretively study the Chrome in an underground lab, Chapter 3, Season 4which then "kills" them for real. Nice going gang! Joke formatting aside, 4 of The Seven are in the lab when it suddenly begins infecting The Scientist, The Origin, and The Visitor. And, a sudden camera pan reveals that, The Paradigm isn't Singularity! Presumably due to the positive reception of Dwayne Johnson playing The Foundation, we've received another celebrity casted main character, that being Brie Larson. She escapes the lab, and heads into the Zero Point, calibrating it for a destination of Reality-659.Fortnite x Marvel: Zero War (INCONSISTENCIES BEGIN)At last, we can consume lore via reading instead of semi-annual events and dialogue. Agent Jones and The Imagined are trying to acquire help from characters in the Marvel universe. They meet Spider-Man and Wolverine, and are trying to get Wolverine up to date. For whatever reason, Spider-Man gives us exposition instead of The Imagined, but he explains things that... start to make what we know, really weird, you'll see. Spidey explains what The Seven are, what they're fighting etc., but he also mentions The Paradigm, and how things were tricky with her. We enter a flashback to the battlefield which The Six are fighting against IO forces. They're struggling with facing constant stalemates, and they need to get a huge power-up. Visitor chimes in, asking, "You all remember the mecha The Paradigm built?" (note this.)Now, with this dialogue, you would think the case is closed! Paradigm = Singularity! Yeah.... we'll get there. https://preview.redd.it/ipiddgqq8brc1.png?width=609&format=png&auto=webp&s=0e164da33538882317e5609babe70cefeddb2f7d The flashback contains a depiction of The Devourer (that actually looks like him, and not a T-Rex) and Spidey tells us that after the battle, she flew into the sky, never to be seen again. He mentions that The Seven weren't around for that happening, and that Jones was the one who told The Seven about this. The Foundation, on board with The Visitor's Idea, asks The Origin if he tracked the flight path of The Mecha, where it had apparently crashed into the Ice Moon orbiting The Island. But then, he also claims that there's been ZERO word from The Paradigm since it had crashed into the Ice Moon, and presumes her to be dead. Zero War - Issue 2The team eventually make it to the Ice Moon, discovering the Mech who had slain the Monster, and who's inside? The Paradigm, who was waking up from a stasis her armor put in place since she had landed. The Foundation holds her in contempt, forcing her to explain herself. She tells him that she was a PRISONER of the Imagined Order, and they had only released her because she was the only person who could pilot the Mecha.Zero War - Issue 5We only see Paradigm herself in a singular panel this issue, with her new armor. This issue takes place during the events of Chapter 3, Season 2's Collision Event. However, for some reason, the Mech in the comic still retains it's original Singularity based colors, while in the actual event, it received a complete paint job (and tinier head).Confused? Great! Back to the in-game lore! Fracture and OnwardsParadigm returns from Reality-659, with some parts to add to the new Chapter 4 island. It's unknown what the heck she was doing there, but she's back now! Her and AMIE assist us in a 30 minute collect-a-thon to forge a new island, using parts from all sorts of different realities. Our last time seeing Paradigm (at the time this was written) is standing on part of the island while it's formed.https://preview.redd.it/xhj8k3it8brc1.png?width=613&format=png&auto=webp&s=25c890f3130d836db2c7287a53c7abb32c29881d When Chapter 4 begins, we get one line from AMIE regarding how Paradigm had something mission-important for us, but it was crushed in the formation of the island. The Autumn Queen, later into the chapter, also mentions that the “life force” of the island is slowly fading(10), presumably being Paradigm, presumably rendering her dead, with zero reason to really care about said death anymore. Celebs are expensive! You know what isn’t as expensive…? TIME TO WHINE, BABY!I'm going to start from the top of the recap, just so it's more organized, but this part will be alot more opinionated and subjective, and more like a rant than anything.Singularity is NOT the Mecha Pilot?First off, what is up with Singularity? Because despite,
The literal only explanation I could fathom for this is that the IO, the people who control the entire omnvierse, for whatever reason, have a reputation to keep up to literally nobody but oppressive cubic/chrome aliens?? And they don't wanna be seen like a lame-o and partnering with an enemy, so let's have someone else take the credit and plaster them on everything?? Donald Mustard - Part TwoThis connects with the previous section about Singularity, but I mentioned earlier about how Donald Mustard would tease lore related things using his twitter. This includes his location saying "We are Singularity" for the Mecha, as well as a video about "The Singularity."(I'm going to sound more insane here, but note the inclusion of "The", which is usually used to refer to members of The Seven, as well as Singularity never having the "The" before.) In this video(11), Donald Mustard explains how he was asked to draw "a character who is super important to the ongoing Fortnite story that we don’t realize is super important yet". And the character he drew? The Singularity. He says that we only know her as Singularity being "one of her names", and that she's super important to the (at that time) current story. And at this time, the current story gave us a WHOLLEEE LOTTA Paradigm and Seven love, and given the "one of her names" thing, along with her being “super important to the current story”? And the things I mentioned in the previous section? It was all but in-game confirmed at that point that Singularity was Paradigm, but alas... https://preview.redd.it/rkrly5cx8brc1.png?width=296&format=png&auto=webp&s=ba9f1d9f593ba19ecbc831471e40ee14bac56b65 Mustard also makes a goofy move in a statement about the comics, but we'll get to that briefly. Silliness!This is one is dumb reason, so don’t actually hold me for this, it's probably also wrong, but Paradigm-659 isn't as silly! With Singularity, we see her act cocky towards the Monster, and even floss on him. When we got The Paradigm, she had a little nervous smile with a sweat droplet as a style. She's a silly goose! But when we get to Paradigm-659, she's suddenly this super-sarcastic rugged badass Pilot, and ZERO smiley style on the skin :( (which unfortunately applies to every member after the original trio)Marvel.The Marvel Comic is presumed to be the proper lore for her backstory going forward, but it doesn't help that it makes zero sense as well. Let's begin at The End. It's not exactly confirmed or not whether or not The Seven were actually piloting the rockets during The End, or if they were remote controlled, but in my opinion, it makes more sense that they were piloted, because otherwise why would they fly and rift away once the Meteor was about to hit the Zero Point? Regardless, if the Rockets were manually piloted, then Paradigm would've had to been awake to pilot the thing, and this would also connect with the in-game quests mentioning her hiding away from The Seven since, but if she was comatose on the Ice Moon like the comic implies, then someone would've had to remote control her rocket, but if you can remote control one, why not all?Furthermore, during the events of Chapter 3 Seasons 1 and 2, we learn that The Seven have a DIRECT COMMUNICATION LINE to The Paradigm who, has to be pretty awake to communicate mission plans with them? The Imagined also informs The Origin of this, so he's aware of her state as well. However, in the comic it's shown that the three + The Foundation first learn she's alive when they get to the Ice Moon and she has to be woken up from her coma/stasis by The Foundation, and everyone is all surprised?? What?? The biggest thing for me is The Imagined's rude attitude towards The Paradigm, who, as we've learned from the in-game story quests, MADE AN ENTIRE SPEECH ON WHY THEY NEED TO LET THE GRUDGE AGAINST PARADIGM GO https://preview.redd.it/lymzrmra7brc1.png?width=977&format=png&auto=webp&s=e45858fb610d8e738e96e8d989d9b6f7b7d9c4ee Donald Mustard also revealed out of nowhere that "Haha! Just kidding guys! Singularity was a misdirection! Definitely!" Interestingly, Christos Gage deleted his tweet saying this. https://preview.redd.it/1tjqwk68gbrc1.png?width=762&format=png&auto=webp&s=319de0e4297093a993455ec95210c99dfcb7a5f6 "Singularity built the mech, while Paradigm piloted it" is also just contradictory to the line from the comics, where Visitor mentions that PARADIGM built it. Later on, we see the events of the Collision event shown in the comic, except... ever so slightly different? In the comic, the Mecha still retains the Singularity colors, which would make sense! ...if Paradigm was still Singularity. We also only see The Paradigm herself once in this comic, in a singular panel showing off her "new armor". This is more-so conspiracy, but I feel like they kinda had to replace it last minute, after Brie Larson was confirmed for the face role. However! I do have evidence to support this! Epic's Collision MockupDuring a showcase, early footage of The Collision event was shown, and at the top it depicts a radically different design for the new Paradigm armor, striking an insane resemblance to... you guessed it! Singularity!In the picture below I've put a comparison as well as one that traces out the shared features, like the antennae (red), heart-shaped visor(pink), and the helmet shape(blue) (twitter source(12) that is trusted because it is so damn difficult to find people who actually care and talk about this one particular character LOL and i don't wanna cruise through a random 5 hour unreal engine showcase) I'd also like to mention that they seem to be in the exact same render pose as one another, with the arm out of frame. https://preview.redd.it/n6fpvjlrcbrc1.png?width=890&format=png&auto=webp&s=5d474e4927796b04c4ac048edcc3b76354bcfe89 Explanations/Hopeful Wishing/CopingThis next area will just be dumb wishes of mine for them to restore the glory of my favorite characterhttps://preview.redd.it/qm06tooidbrc1.png?width=616&format=png&auto=webp&s=207898cfc39009dcc7d88dd552c038834dadd7b3 I've thought and wished for several different ways they could course correct this, so I'll share some with you all Time Lord Regeneration + AdvertisingIf you're familiar with the Doctor Who TV Series, you'll know that every few years, the Doctor has to "regenerate" his face, and they cast a new actor to play the role. If that sentence made no sense to you, you can watch this clip.(13)My idea is that, you can have Foundation and Singularity be this particular species that is millennia old and can regenerate/shapeshift their face into a new appearance. In this way, they wouldn't have to spend so much on voicelines, and could also cast another celebrity to play that character briefly for advertisement, or if the lore funds get short, just make a custom face again! Tie this idea back to Singularity, and make it so Singularity "regenerated" her face into Brie Larson's. In addition, if the rumors that The Rock's contract disallow him to ever lose, this could be a way to get around that. I think this would be a great marketing and financial decision for Epic, as well. Multiple ParadigmsThis one may be the *most* insane, but hear me out. During The End event of Chapter 1, when the Meteor is about to enter the rift at Dusty Depot, we can see what seems like hundreds of different Rockets firing into the rift. While this is most likely just the 7 rockets going super fast (95% chance it is), I feel like there's also a real possibility of those being hundreds of versions of The Seven, assisting them, from across the Omniverse. I like to think it could also imply other variants of The Seven. This would allow for Singularity = The Paradigm coming from our reality/Reality 0, and Paradigm 659/Larson coming from Reality-659.butt theory (joke)singularity and paradigm have a butt. 659 has nothing. there is no meat on her bones. where did it go. 659 is an imposter and singularidigm is in jail. please free her mr. wen.Closing OutIf you've read this entire thing, thanks! I've never written something of this sort before, so please try and excuse any errors or informal-ness there may be.The Paradigm, if it wasn't obvious enough, is one of my favorite fictional characters! I still remember screaming from excitement and buying her instantly when she first came out in the item shop, and I've worn her as my main and to every event since The End, so I think you can tell how much this character means to me! Hopefully this essay-thing shows a wider audience the potential this character had, as well as understand the frustrations many had when this (99.9% probable) retcon occurred. And hey, maybe Mr. Wen himself will spontaneously come across this post, and double-retcon! Lmao, I doubt that much, but it doesn't hurt to hope! I'm super open to constructive discussion/debate about everything, as well as clarification or providing any missing sources! Just don't be a meanie/smart about it >:(! I hope you have a wonderful day!! P.S. donald please let me get an interview im dying to know what happened P.P.S. (please come with the scrapped singularity/paradigm designs) |
2024.03.26 17:40 MeltingBucket19 Zoom98 Build Companion and Impressions
IntroductionThe build guide that comes with the Zoom98 appears to be poorly translated Chinese-to-English, and the online documentation is similarly lacking. So I decided to make a basic build companion guide here. You'll still need the manual that comes with the keyboard for the steps, and the list of parts it has. I'm also detailing my first and second day impressions here.I should note I ordered this through Cannonkeys with the screen module, so if your keyboard looks different or you were hoping to get a build guide for those other modules, sorry! Build Companion GuideYour first step is going to be making sure you have all the parts in the instruction manual. We'll go from here.Since having every part out is going to make this harder later, you might want to lubricate your stabilizers now. The ones that come with the keyboard are fine. TestingUnscrew/disassemble the case by its case screws, using that larger Allen wrench that comes with the keyboard. From there, you'll want to stick the batteries into the bottom case, and then plug in the battery cables and the daughterboard into the PCB. We're doing this so we can test that the PCB isn't dead on arrival.Something to note is that the battery cables can be real finicky to plug in. You'll want to look closely at the ridges of the cable, and then veeeery carefully at the plugin spots for the batteries so that you know you are trying to plug it in in the right direction. If you don't have racoon-like fingers, it can be very hard to tell if you're plugging it in right at first. Once everything is plugged in, it might just turn on for you. It seems those batteries come with some charge. Try to ignore the exposed RGB bulbs burning out your retinas and plug the keyboard into your computer via USB-C. The keyboard comes with a cable if you need one- I bent it immediately by accident with the weight of the keyboard case, like a genius. Insert a switch to make sure it's working right. You might still have a dead slot somewhere if it does work, but at least you'll know the PCB is working. If it's not working, time to go through the "joy" of a return. You can also test out the Bluetooth and 2.4G connectivity at this point, as described in the manual. I'll get into this later, but I wouldn't bother unless you have a use case that requires it, given how freaking heavy this thing is even without the weight. You're not going to be moving this thing around a lot. Once you're done testing, unplug everything. PCB Foam and StabilizersThe "poron switch foam", that paper-thin PCB shaped sheet should now go on top of the PCB.Installing stabilizers is next. The keyboard comes with stabilizers and they seem pretty alright. You do have to lube them up yourself (some of them seemed to come wet with something, but it was not nearly enough lubricant). I should note at this point that the stabilizers can help hold the poron switch foam in place. The kit does come with stabilizer pads, which I assume are there to help with the noise of the stabs. That said, the switch foam does kind of serve the same purpose and it already overlaps the space where the stabilizers go, so I just used that unless the cutouts were way too damaged. Unfortunately for those ones, I had to cut them off of the sheet since there wasn't a tearaway, and then install those dinky stabilizer pad sticker things. They're very prone to bending and creasing- press down on them hard once you get them attached to the PCB top. I know installing stabilizers is already annoying enough, but try to be mindful of the poron switch foam here. The stabilizers can kind of cause "bubbles" and slight unevenness in it when you screw them in, so it might be best to start left to right, and keep a very firm hold on the foam while you attach the stabs. It'll make aligning everything easier later. Finally, be mindful this plate supports a few different layouts natively, keep that in mind when installing stabilizers. Make sure that the keycaps you want to add will fit with the way you've installed the stabilizers at this point. Plate Foam and PlateFrom here you can add the plate foam on top of the PCB, and then the plate itself. The stabilizers can help hold the plate in place here, and align things better. It says you're supposed to screw the plate and PCB together from here, but the pictures for it are really small and I didn't really need to screw it to assemble the keyboard. I'm not sure why you would need to screw it together.GasketsThose gasket sleeve things will go around the plate on the outside, all over, on those little tab things. Press them in on one side of the tab, then kind of fold it slightly so that you can push it in on the other side. Do this all over until it looks like the picture in your manual on "Step 8".Poron PCB FoamThis thing is sticky, so I hope you didn't peel it before attaching it because it's 100% going to get stuck to other stuck if you already did so earlier. It goes on the back of the PCB, basically on the side that the plate isn't on.Be very careful aligning it, especially when aligning it to the top since it's thin up there. I don't know how much you actually need this foam. I suspect it adds stability and helps a bit with the case noise, but this keyboard has very little flex when built as directed, and I like a flexible keyboard. It also makes it so much more annoying to plug the battery and daughterboard cables in later. I might take this off, and cover the bottom of the PCB with a tape mod to keep it safe and help with sound. At the same time, I am worried that the flexing could reduce the life of the PCB, so I guess proceed at your own risk. The WeightYou can install the weight at this point. I guess it should technically be there, though you'll never ever see it since it's at the bottom.Taping BatteriesThis part of the guide was so stupid. You get these white strips of tape that come with the keyboard and no directions on how to apply them. Just press sticky side down in the slots where the batteries go, two each, and then peel them away. The paper top side will come off, but you'll now have double-sided sticky tape on the case that you can attach the batteries to. I hope you have the batteries in right, because you're never getting this tape off.Internal Weight/Poron Weight FoamI have no clue what the internal weight thing means, but I did get the poron weight foam and I put it in. It'll probably help a little with the audio of the keyboard.Module InstallationIt's at this point that you're supposed to attach the modules, be it knobs, the badge, the two-key module, or the monitor.I only got the monitor module, and it came pre-attached to the top case. I don't know why the instructions are there for it, I'm guessing it's so you can re-attach it later if you try out other modules? Or maybe the non-tri-mode PCB comes differently? You do need to attach the ribbon cable to the PCB, and then to the top case for the monitor. I would recommend doing the top case first, and then the PCB- it's so freaking hard to do because of having to finaggle it between top case and the PCB and the bottom case. Pay very close attention to which side the ribbon cable goes in on the top case plugin and the PCB plugin in the instruction manual. This threw me off so hard when I first assembled the keyboard, and I wasted about 30 minutes trying to plug the ribbon cable in on the wrong side. Plug in CablesThe instruction manual doesn't remind you, but make sure to plug back in the battery cables (if you have them), and the daughterboard cables at this point, because it's very annoying to open this back up.That stupid telescopeThe designer of this keyboard has a stupid glowing telescope above the arrow keys, and it's a flashing RGB pattern that's independent of all RGB on the keyboard. It doesn't turn off when you turn off the other RGB, and it doesn't change color or pattern no matter what you do. I confirmed that this is the case when I emailed Meletrix and this is the worst.If you don't want a telescope logo flashing beyond your control, I would cover up the underside with tape or something at this point, if possible. When I take apart the Zoom98 again this coming weekend, I will be doing so. Final CheckMake sure everything is plugged in. Make sure everything is aligned and good in there. You may want to test it one more time plugged into your PC, before moving on.Closing CaseYou'll want to carefully put the case back together now. You might need to shift the plate/PCB around a little to make sure it fits right in there. Press the top case down on the bottom case, with the PCB and plate in between. Try to make sure the plate/PCB combo isn't interfering with the top and bottom case closing up. Once it's closed, screw it all back in using that Allen wrench from earlier. There'll be eight screws in total.FeetThe instruction manual says to add feet now. I would wait until the very, very end just in case there's a dead switch slot or some other issue. It'll make it easier to disassemble again later.The Zoom98 I ordered came with black and white feet. Keep in mind they're slightly rounded, so use that to help guide orientation of the feet and carefully press them in. The build guide kind of brushes over this like it does with so many other important sections, but try to press the feet in a little if they're uneven, and it'll kind of smooth out. Finishing touchesAdd the switches at this point. The ones near the stabilizers will go in at different orientations than you'd expect, so don't be too put off by that. Don't add keycaps yet, because you'll want to test everything in VIA.This is the most egregious part of the manual because there wasn't a link to the VIA file for the keyboard. If VIA doesn't recognize the Zoom98 when you plug it in and pair to VIA, you'll need to go here for the VIA file: EDIT- Reddit apparently considers Notion documentation links spam so I guess you're truly out of luck if you came here for a link :/ I'm not even sure this is the legit page for it, but it did work, and it does have the most documentation I found for the Zoom98. This might be virus bait for all I know. Cannonkeys didn't have documentation on the Zoom98 as of this post, and I'm really hoping they'll add it later. It's absurd how hard it was to find documentation on it. The VIA file will download as a zip, because of course it does. You'll need to extract the .json from it. Make sure you have the right VIA file, because they appear to be different between the tri-mode PCB and the wired one. If that wasn't bad enough, I had errors importing the VIA file and I had to toggle a compatibility mode, for which I can't even remember the details. Even then, it gave me a bunch of errors for the import. But once you have it plugged in, you can use the switch tester to find out which keyboard switch pins you bent. You can also enable the various layout options here via the Design Tab in VIA, such as the split spacebar, the encoder, etc. Once you have this all figured out and everything is working, you can add your keycaps. Congratulations champ. Once you have the keycaps installed, you can map the layer stuff you might use for productivity. Layer 1 has a bunch of stuff already mapped that I don't want to touch to keep hotkeys for controlling the keyboard consistent, so I would recommend using layer 2 for macros and your special snowflake keyboard controls. ImpressionsThe Bad
Should you buy this?You might be looking up Zoom98 on Reddit to see if you should buy this.One Week Update: Given the difficulties in the software, the ungainly assembly process for keyboard beginners, and poor general support, I'd probably recommend against buying this keyboard unless you are particularly attached to the layout, and you aren't sold by the QK-100. If you have any questions I'm available to answer them to the best of my ability. Thanks for reading this post! Here's a completed build image as a reward. Fully assembled Zoom98 keyboard with GMK Mecha-01 Keycaps |
2024.03.26 10:28 Ralts_Bloodthorne Nova Wars - Chapter 36
2024.03.24 09:59 MusicalSaga Firefly's Hidden Identity, thorough Examination [Spoilers!]
Welt: The Molten Knight, Sam, is reportedly a remnant of Glamoth's Iron Cavalry — a genetically engineered warrior.
One of the Stellaron Hunters, a mysterious warrior donning formidable armor. The mecha suit possesses the power to unleash fiery attacks, engulfing the battlefield in flames.Welt being aware of this fact means that others would also be aware of this fact, including the Stellaron Hunters. Thus we can conclude that any previous mention of Sam the character is really just talking about the pilot instead of some hypothetical artificial intelligence.
Starring: ??? as FireflyOne assumption we make is that the Sam we see in the dreamscape layer is in fact the Stellaron Hunter Sam and not some copy that is sparkle. This should be the case as Silverwolf let us know we should look forward to meeting Sam right before sending us the coordinates to the dream reverie.??? as Acheron, seen fighting Sam??? as Black Swan, seen fighting Sam??? as Aventurine, seen immediately after a fight with Sam ~~??? as Sam ~~??? as Misha, hasn't left Penacony before, Sam has been outside of Penacony. ??? as GallagherSparkle as Sparkle
Sampo: Even so, you are lagging far behind the main party. Have you not noticed yet? What The Family is hiding, the secret behind this sweet dream.
???: That's nonsense. Take another look, will you? The witness report says that the suspect is a lad with silver hair, and you guys are going after a girl with silver hair. Does that even make sense? She's our guest!Gallagher when asked about the Stowaway:
Gallagher: The Bloodhound Family are the guards of the Dreamscape. We're in charge of the security here, and our duties include arresting people who try to enter our world illegally. Gallagher: We got a tip that some criminals were planning to take advantage of the festivities around the Charmony Festival to sneak into Penacony. Now that the festival is just around the corner, there are likely many shady characters lurking around...Sam is implied to be a Stowaway, something that Firefly later admits to being. This is in spite of them having an invitation. It's Irony, or other characters are covering for her.
Sam is said have Silver Hair, this is a mistake, the original script specifies silver body, it hints though that the mistake could have been made since the true identity of Sam would have Silver Hair.Firefly admits she's a Stowaway
Firefly: ... I'm sorry, (Trailblazer). I really am a stowaway.Also that the family is after her
Firefly: I'm not a local, and there's a reason why the Bloodhound Family is after me... I also have my own purpose for joining you on your journey...The implication we the player make is that they are after her because she is a stowaway who entered Penacony illegally.
Welt: According to reliable sources, some people spotted a tall silver-armored man on Penacony. I've reached out to the Bloodhound Family for news, and visited many of those guests who claimed to have seen this invader... Welt: …And this is what I received. (Trailblazer), I've sent it to you. Open it and take a look....silver wolf message that welt received ... ???: Also, I take it you've already heard about Sam. You should look forward to the meeting. He's a straight shooter who values a fair fight. I think you'll get along with him just fine. Don't be overwhelmed by his enthusiasmSource : Should one Awaken at midnight
Black Swan: "Mecha"... What an intriguing statement. I recall the Bloodhound family is pursuing a criminal — "a tall male in silver armor." … This is just the worst-case scenario. But think about it: If the mastermind behind all this is nearby, why would he let us look around freely? Unless... … Black Swan: It seems like someone has been awaiting us. Ready to step into the spotlight now? Black Swan: …Stellaron Hunter: Sam.Source: Whodunit
Acheron: It's a long story. I fortuitously — as (he/she) should remember — became friends with some of the Bloodhounds, and was helping them track down a wanted criminal... Except I ended up here for some reason … Black Swan: It seems like someone has been awaiting us. Ready to step into the spotlight now? Black Swan: ...Stellaron Hunter: Sam.Source: Should one awaken at midnight + Whodunit
Firefly: Do you have to go back already? Time really flies. Firefly: I feel like going back to reality and resting too... Come on, let's say goodbye at Golden Hour.Remember Firefly's physical condition? how is it that she simultaneously needs a Doctor's advice while also living out her life in Penacony.
Firefly: I can forget about all the doctor's advice. I can listen, and see, and touch, and think, and understand whatever I want with my body. So, although this world isn't real, this experience is priceless...Thus in order to be a stowaway, they likely entered into the dreamscape from somewhere outside of the Reverie, so somewhere that isn't under the Family's control that also allows her to get medical support.
Firefly: I still remember the question on the invitation letter — Why does life slumber?Sunday notes that even the Stellaron Hunters are welcome in Penacony in the livestream
Firefly: Although the Bloodhounds mistook me for a stowaway, I'm actually a local. My name is Firefly, and I'm from the Iris Family. I work as a stage performer, although right now I'm just an extra...Sam mentions pulling someone off the stage, they are likely talking about the TrailblazeAE. It's probably trying to protect them, something that Firefly has been shown to do.
Firefly: When there are no acting gigs, I work as a guide near Glaux Avenue. If you don't mind, I can show you all the exciting things around here! Maybe if I do my job as a guide, people will stop suspecting me...
Sampo: Don't you think this dream bubble looks really similar to modern-day Penacony? Sampo: A small stage is crowded with a bunch of scheming people. None of them want to be exposed under the spotlight, so they all push you to the front...Gentleness in the Name of Nocturne夜色名为温柔) could be a reference to Tender in the night(夜色温柔) by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The story features a character named Rosemary Hoyt, a 17-year-old actress who becomes infatuated with Dick and becomes close to his wife Nicole. The first book is broadly about setting her Rosemary as someone who is very innocent (virginity) but slowly reveals that that isn't the case. It could be like Firefly who is an actress for the Iris Family but slowly we learn she isn't so innocent (identity/lying)
(Listen to Silver Wolf and Sam, optional) > Silver Wolf: How do you intend to pull them off the stage? >**???:** All we have to do is present the truth, and they will naturally reciprocate.
Firefly: I'm sorry. For certain reasons, there are things I can't reveal to you yet. But there are also things you should know.She recognizes who the trailblazer is pretty much immediately and asks them for help, she knows who they are. The trailblazer is known to have formerly been a Stellaron Hunter who worked with Kafka.
**White Night, Lyrics (full song, not music video)** *I don't wanna be alone tonight (Oh, woah)* *I'll bring you to my best disguise (Let's go)* *'Cause I don't need, don't need to know the truth* *Let me rave forever in your lies* *Ill bring you to my best disguise (could be a reference to Sam.)*White Night, scenes of her falling and waving around the Streamers that haven't happened yet, it shows she is still alive. The falling position is also reminiscent of transformation scenes.
Black Swan: I still believe that Miss Firefly's situation... is deeply connected with the Stellaron Hunter, just as we speculated. But as you've heard, Aventurine has his finger pointed at the Galaxy Ranger.
Welt: The Molten Knight, Sam, is reportedly a remnant of Glamoth's Iron Cavalry — a genetically engineered warrior. He possesses superhuman perception and acts decisively — he'll leave no margin for error. This individual is every bit as dangerous as Kafka and Blade.She has excellent senses that allow her to notice that the trailblazer is being followed by Sampo(Sparkle) from the moment they meet as well as point out his skill in combat. It shows she's experienced with combat.
Firefly: He's about 5 feet 9 inches tall, give or take. Judging from his strong build, it's clear that he's well trained. He walks in long strides, but his steps are light and barely audible. That way of walking doesn't leave footprints…”She can even perceive being in a Memoria.
Sampo: I love your attitude, my dear. I have to admit you're different from your friend here — your senses are much sharper.
Firefly: In any case, we must still be in a dream. It can't be anywhere else, much less reality... I'm never wrong about the distinctive sense of memoria that's in the airSam is known for fighting efficiently
Silver Wolf: Isn't it often the case in movies that a guy comes home and turns on the lights, only to find someone sitting on the sofa waiting for him? Kafka and Blade both like to do that, and Sam won't even give the guy a chance to turn on the lights.She's familiar with fighting (efficiently)
You should really stop playing with your food, Kafka. (Myriad Celestia Trailer: The Jepella Rebellion)
“Firefly: I'm afraid a baseball bat isn't an efficient weapon... No! What I mean is, we can't solve the problem with violence…”She helps dispatch the monsters in front of her hidden base despite being sickly in real life. where would she acquire even preliminary combat experience?
Firefly: Um... Where's he? I can't see him... Clockie: Tick-tock! I guess I'm only visible to those with the innocence, kindness, and honesty of a child, like this kid here clad in gray!As for what innocence is referring to, its tied to her identity as seen from Gentleness, in the name of Nocturne.
Also, I take it you've already heard about Sam. You should look forward to the meeting. He's a straight shooter who values a fair fight. I think you'll get along with him just fine. Don't be overwhelmed by his enthusiasm!Whatever this message is:
Oh, he had me relay a message to you: The curtains have just risen over the dream that can't be reached. The various factions have started to move. I wish you luck! Don't fall behind, Nameless!Firefly is shown to be very straightforward and a bit combat focused.
Firefly: My hometown was destroyed a long time ago. It was probably the doing of the Legion or the Swarm... I'm an interstellar refugee, just like many of the Penacony localThis broadly matches with the lore of the relic set Frimanent Frontline: Glammoth
Glammoth was in a long fight with the swarm: “But in the never-ending battle against their archenemy, the empire started becoming more and more like its adversary — more and more Iron Calvary flew high into the sky, blotting out the heavens just as the Swarm did on that fateful day. The look people cast on the Empress and the cavalry turned to one of fear, a fear akin to what they felt toward the Swarm. Perhaps one day the empire would attain the victory it so desired. But on that day, will Glammoth still be a paradise for humanity to rest in?”We learn Sam is originally from Glammoth from a description given by Welt:
Welt: The Molten Knight, Sam, is reportedly a remnant of Glamoth's Iron Cavalry — a genetically engineered warrior.
(Listen to Silver Wolf and Sam, optional) > Silver Wolf: How do you intend to pull them off the stage? >**???:** All we have to do is present the truth, and they will naturally reciprocate.Firefly interrupts the dream that is supposedly about revealing the truth of Penacony that Sampo induces.
Trailblazer: Firefly... Did she make it out? Black Swan: Heheh, you're quite concerned about that young lady. That's fair — she was hell-bent on assuring your safety even at the brink of death... Started to tug a little at my heartstrings, even.From a meta perspective, she warms up the trailblazer at lightspeed, perhaps its love at first sight, more likely its just that she was familiar with the Trailblazer during their time as a Stellaron Hunter.
Acheron: ...Careful. Sam: A Galaxy Ranger... Sam: And... a Memokeeper Sam: Leave now, and nobody gets hurt. Sam: Or else... Sam: All of you will die here.As a backup for whatever they wanted to accomplish, Sam attempts to grab the trailblazer. At this point in the story, Firefly has noted that she has a specific reason to travel with the trailblazer. Everyone else who wants the trailblazer is either waiting for the outcome or participating in the fight.
Firefly: That thing I encountered with (Trailblazer) back then... Firefly: If I'm not wrong... it has to do with the Watchmaker. Acheron: She mentioned your name. Black Swan: Thinking of you even in your absence, seems like you two were pretty close.Sam being referred to as a huntress in certain iterations of European translations.
Firefly: Yes, that cartoon character. I think he's shown up in reality — I mean — in the Dreamscape.The two butterflies in the picture frame represent Firefly and her armor.
According to Silver Wolf, if a person comes home and turns on the lights, while Kafka and Blade would be sitting on the couch waiting for them, Sam wouldn't even give them the chance to turn on the lights.Sam's suit gets no characterization here, or anywhere else for that matter, its always Sam, aka Firefly. Given that their is no need to hide that Sam has a pilot, if Sam's suit had a character, it would have gotten characterization by now.
2024.03.16 21:02 gamemastermaarten Super Robot Wars K CIB
Released on March 20, 2009. submitted by gamemastermaarten to nds [link] [comments] Very great game. Japanese title is around スーパーロボット大戦K I like to played Kenji Kusanagi and Kotetsu Jeeg but also Kotetsu Shin Jeeg also like to played the Animal Mecha's in the Anime Zoids Genesis. Complete with Case Instruction Inserts and Cartridge. Great game though. Buy for 95 euro on Ebay. Same for the versions Super Robot Wars W 2007 and Super Robot Wars L 2011. |
2024.03.16 20:55 gamemastermaarten Super Robot Wars W CIB
I have played this game. One stage is clear. But the second is a lot harder. submitted by gamemastermaarten to nds [link] [comments] That hardest way is that one of these Mecha as he is destroyed he recover with full hp. That are badass Mecha's. The game is completed has Case Instructions and even there is still data. The game came out on March 1, 2007. |
2024.03.08 16:07 Count-Daring243 Best Gun Safes
Looking for the most secure storage solution for your firearms? Look no further! In our comprehensive roundup, we explore a variety of gun safes designed to keep your weapons safely out of reach. From compact biometric locks to impenetrable steel beasts, we've got you covered with a range of options to suit your needs. So, fasten your seatbelts and dive into the world of unparalleled gun safety. submitted by Count-Daring243 to u/Count-Daring243 [link] [comments] The Top 7 Best Gun Safes
Reviews10 Gun Electronic Firearm Safe with Adjustable Shelves and Dual Accesshttps://preview.redd.it/r2bcbc0fl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=63af433cf9f3e23fbb347df237e6d7da54dc31e2 I recently purchased a 10 Gun Electronic Security Safe from the Union Safe Company to ensure safe and reliable storage for my firearms at home. As someone who takes gun safety very seriously, I wanted a secure and durable safe that could accommodate my growing collection of rifles and handguns. After using it for a couple of months, I must say that this safe has not disappointed me. The first thing that struck me about this safe was its sturdiness. The solid steel construction provides excellent protection against theft or unauthorized access to my firearms. Moreover, the adjustable shelves add a ton of flexibility to organizing my storage space according to my needs. I love how I can easily remove the shelves to store larger items or adjust them to suit my storage preferences. This is definitely one of the key highlights of this electronic safe. Another aspect of the safe that I really appreciate is its executive feel with a dual access keypad. The programmable keypad allows me to set my own combination, ensuring maximum security for my belongings. Of course, like any product, there are some cons to consider too. One thing that did take some getting used to was the noise it made when opening and closing the door due to the weight of the door. However, this isn't a deal-breaker for me as the locking mechanism itself is quite sturdy. In terms of its size, it accommodates a good number of rifles and handguns, making it perfect for home use. Its capacity and flexibility make it an attractive option for those looking to store their collection of weapons safely and securely. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my purchase and would recommend this safe to anyone in need of a reliable and secure storage solution for their firearms. Secure 18-Gun Firearm Companion Storage Cabinethttps://preview.redd.it/0u5akcffl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5c929f42196c6a14a51d41989fe1f68b905bba94 In my constant quest for practical yet secure gun storage solutions, I recently purchased the Stack-On Steel 18 Firearm Compact Security Cabinet Locker Gun Safe. This compact, yet surprisingly spacious weapon vault features adjustable shelving, providing ample space for rifles, shotguns, pistols, and even ammo and other accessories. The installation process was quick and straightforward - even for someone like me who isn't exactly a DIY wizard. However, the instructions that came with the cabinet were less than ideal! They were vague and confusing, making it difficult to understand how everything should fit together. Fortunately, I managed to muddle through without any major issues. One of the standout features of this model is its sturdy construction. The cabinet is made from a thick steel, which gives it a solid, robust feel. This sturdiness is further enhanced by the key-coded cylinder lock and 4-way door locking system, adding an extra layer of security to your valuables. Another noteworthy aspect of the Stack-On Steel 18 Security Cabinet is its versatility. The adjustable shelving allows you to customize the interior layout to suit your specific storage needs. Whether you're storing long guns, pistols, or a mix of both, this cabinet can accommodate it all. However, there are a couple of drawbacks worth mentioning. Firstly, the cabinet suffers from some minor quality issues, including uneven paintwork on the interior and slightly misaligned screw holes. These flaws, while not deal-breakers, are disappointing considering the otherwise high build quality. Secondly, the cabinet's locking mechanism leaves something to be desired. Although the key-coded lock is adequate, it doesn't offer the same level of security and peace of mind that a more robust biometric or combination lock would provide. Overall, the Stack-On Steel 18 Firearm Compact Security Cabinet Locker Gun Safe offers a good balance between affordability and functionality. Its sturdy construction and adjustable shelving make it a practical choice for anyone looking to securely store their firearms. However, if you're seeking top-tier security features and impeccable build quality, you might want to consider investing in a more premium product. Fort Knox Pistol Box with 10 Gauge Steel Uni-Body, Fast Lock Mechanism, and Durable Finishhttps://preview.redd.it/124zypxfl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ff2abbf24b28f6005f8b24b38d71ea972bebd1b7 So, imagine getting your hands on this little fortress that's designed to house your prized pistol. It's not just any piano bench, it's the Fort Knox PB1 Handgun Safe with a 13.5-inch Dean Safe Pistol Sock! I know the name sounds a bit wordy, but trust me, this baby is worth every syllable. This safe is like your personal Fort Knox, it's tough, it's reliable, and it's as safe as a fortress can get. I mean, you're not going to just prise this thing open with your bare hands, are you? It's made of 10-gauge steel, which is thicker than the average person's arm! Plus, it has a massive 3/16-inch tamper-resistant wraparound door. So, if you're thinking of trying to break into this safe, be prepared to bring the big guns, or at least a torch. And get this, the door doesn't just swing open like a regular safe. No, sir! It's got a gas strut that's going to help you lift that heavyweight door and keep it open for easy access. Talk about convenience! Now, let's talk about the lock. This safe has a Fast Opening Pushbutton Simplex Mechanical Lock with 1,081 different combinations. It's as easy as pushing buttons and turning a dial. And it's a mechanical lock, so you don't have to worry about dead batteries like you would with an electronic one. But that's not all! This safe also has a beautiful antique silver powder coat finish that not only provides a sense of strength and reliability but also gives the safe a sleek and modern look. And let's not forget about the interior! It's lined with foam that's shaped like an egg crate. So, you can rest assured knowing that your valuables and guns are protected from any damage or scratches. Now, as for the size, it's about 4-1/4 inches high and 12-1/2 inches wide. So, depending on the size of your gun, you can easily fit one and potentially two. One of the best features of this safe is the pre-drilled holes at the bottom. This means that you can bolt this safe down to the floor, a drawer, or any other flat surface to provide even more security for your prized pistol. And, of course, this safe is made right here in the USA by Fort Knox, a company known for its high-quality gun safes. Now, like every product, there are pros and cons. On the positive side, this safe is incredibly well-made, sturdy, and secure. The lock is easy to use and doesn't require any batteries. And the interior lining provides great protection for your valuables. On the downside, the combination lock has a limited number of combinations, making it possible for someone to figure it out with enough time and effort. And one of the buttons on the lock tends to stick, which can be a bit of a pain. All in all, I would say that this Fort Knox Original Pistol Box is truly the best bang for your buck. It's a high-quality safe that provides excellent protection for your handgun. And with its sleek design and sturdy construction, it's sure to be a great addition to your home. So, if you're looking for a secure and reliable place to keep your handgun, look no further than the Fort Knox PB1 Handgun Safe. Stylish modern hide a bed chairhttps://preview.redd.it/4rxbe0rgl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1a46b628011bd577bfadda5a94be6063ebf3b7dd I recently acquired the Wasatch 24 Gun Safe, a sturdy and reliable safe designed for maximum fire and water protection for your valuable long guns. As a huge fan of hunting and shooting sports, I was thrilled to find this safe that could accommodate up to 24 long guns, along with handguns and other essentials. The first thing that struck me about this safe was its robust build and the ample storage capacity it offered. The plush carpeting on the interior provides not just a stylish touch but also ensures that my firearms remain well-protected and corrosion-free. Additionally, the included door storage with sewn-in holsters and storage pouches added extra flexibility to the storage options. One of the most impressive features of this safe is its fire rating of 1400° for 75 minutes and its waterproof capabilities, which can withstand up to 2' of standing water for 72 hours. This ensures that my valuable possessions remain safe and secure even in the most unforeseen disasters. The electronic lock on the Wasatch 24 Gun Safe is another standout feature. Easy to program and use, it provides an added layer of security with its Alarm-U function, which alerts me if someone tries to tamper with the lock. Additionally, the safe comes with two backup keys, ensuring that I can always access my firearms and valuables. However, there are a few downsides to this safe. Firstly, it is quite heavy, weighing in at around 350-450 lbs, which can make it challenging to move around. It's definitely a two-person job, and you'll need a vehicle with ample space and capacity to transport it. Another minor inconvenience is the lack of a detailed instruction manual. While the basic setup is relatively straightforward, I found myself searching online for specific guidance on how to assemble and install the safe properly. In conclusion, the Wasatch 24 Gun Safe is an excellent choice for those looking for a well-made, spacious, and secure safe to store their valuable long guns. Despite its heaviness and lack of a comprehensive instruction manual, the high-quality build, exceptional fire and water protection capabilities, and advanced locking mechanism make it a worthwhile investment. Winchester Gun Safe Bandit 14: Secure Storage for 18 Long Gunshttps://preview.redd.it/ok518o5hl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=37eb8a0d5a88052c9ef0aaacd5cdfb2870341f8c I recently got my hands on the Winchester Gun Safe Bandit 14, and I must say, it's been quite a game-changer in terms of home security. Coming from someone who has a small collection of firearms, this compact gun safe is a perfect fit for my limited space. The solid steel construction provides ample protection, and the pre-drilled anchoring feature gives me peace of mind knowing my safe is securely fastened to the floor. One feature that really stood out for me is the combination of dead and active locking bolts on the hinge side of the door. This ensures that my belongings are well-guarded even in the event of a burglary attempt. Additionally, the capacity of up to 18 long guns is more than enough for my collection, allowing me to store them with ease and convenience. However, one drawback I've noticed is the electronic lock, which can be a bit finicky at times. I had a minor issue with the keypad losing power, but thankfully, the customer support team at Winchester was quick to help me troubleshoot and find a solution. Overall, I would highly recommend the Winchester Gun Safe Bandit 14 to anyone looking for a reliable and affordable gun safe that offers ample storage and protection for their valuable firearms. Heavy-Duty Electronic Gun Floor Safehttps://preview.redd.it/zhydj6rhl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cf4222a1658549831de7764a2e2c1c314862937a I recently purchased the Union Safe Company 1.51 Cu. ft. Electronic Lock Gun Floor Safe and have been using it to secure my valuable belongings. Right off the bat, I have to say I am impressed with its heavy-duty construction and sturdy design. It definitely gives me peace of mind knowing that my firearms and other valuables are protected from potential theft. One of the key features that stood out for me is the dual-entry lock system, which allows me to easily access my belongings through the digital keypad while also providing the added security of a keyed override for backup purposes. Additionally, the tamper-proof hinges and heavy gauge bolts make it incredibly difficult to break into, ensuring that my items remain safe and secure at all times. However, there are a few cons that I must mention. Firstly, the instructions provided with the safe were quite unclear and difficult to follow. I ended up watching a YouTube video on how to program the master code and entry codes, which ultimately saved me time and frustration. Secondly, the box stated that it required 4-C batteries, but in reality, it uses 4-AA batteries. This minor inconvenience led me to make an extra trip to the store to buy the correct batteries. Despite these minor drawbacks, I am overall very satisfied with my purchase of the Union Safe Company 1.51 Cu. ft. Electronic Lock Gun Floor Safe. Its robust security features and ease of use make it an ideal choice for those looking to protect their valuable belongings. Just be prepared to spend some time researching and understanding the setup process, and you'll have a reliable safe that offers great value for its price point. Durable Crushproof Gun Case for Takedown Firearmshttps://preview.redd.it/fjls6e6il4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e9c45e01a53ef1e6b6e85201bf757b8fc885160e As a dedicated hunter, I've always been in search of a reliable and sturdy case to protect my rifle. The Pelican Vault Takedown Rifle and Shotgun Case was the perfect companion for my adventurous trips. From its high-impact polymer construction to its six push-button latches, the case offered a level of security and durability that I could trust. However, the case did have some downsides. While it is quite heavy and bulky due to its robustness, I find that the added weight and size are worth it for the exceptional level of protection it provides. The heavy-duty handles make it easy to carry even in the toughest conditions, ensuring that my rifle stays safe and secure. Another standout feature of the case is its crushproof, dustproof, and weather-resistant qualities. Whether I'm traversing rugged terrains or cruising through stormy weather, I can rest assured knowing that my rifle is well-protected from any potential damage. Additionally, the ergonomic handles and secure closure system provide an added layer of convenience and ease when accessing my rifle. Although the Vault V700 is not as lightweight as some other cases on the market, its unmatched durability and resilience have earned it a place in my hunting gear arsenal. Its heavy-duty construction and secure latching system make it an ideal choice for hunters and shooters looking for the ultimate protection for their rifles. Buyer's Guidehttps://preview.redd.it/qdzqiopil4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=596730968d519b3c10d9fb0ac36cb46a08e40088 Important Features to Look for in Gun SafesWhen choosing a gun safe, there are several key features to consider:
Considerations Before Purchasing a Gun SafeBefore investing in a gun safe, take the following factors into account:
https://preview.redd.it/wj4r8frjl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=329d1cc4ebe51e9c6cbdecc374489ae320d43201 General Advice for Gun Safe OwnershipTo make the most out of your gun safe and ensure its longevity and effectiveness, follow these tips:
FAQhttps://preview.redd.it/cufjpf4kl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=696b548fcde8b316497fa1440ceeb39c61f81d86 What are gun safes used for?Gun safes are secure storage units designed to safely store firearms and ammunition. They provide protection against unauthorized access, theft, and accidental discharge.Why is it important to have a gun safe?Having a gun safe is crucial for preventing unauthorized access to firearms, especially by children or criminals. It also helps prevent theft and ensures that the gun is securely stored in case of emergencies, such as home invasions. https://preview.redd.it/58kbv0skl4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1bfb9f6107522c436e5cb498d0cea10c94d0127e What types of gun safes are available?There are several types of gun safes available, including floor safes, wall safes, cabinet safes, and portable gun cases. Each type offers different levels of security, storage options, and access methods.How do you choose the right gun safe?When choosing the right gun safe, consider factors such as durability, fire resistance, locking mechanisms, and the type of firearms you will be storing. Additionally, ensure that the gun safe meets local and national security standards, and choose one that fits seamlessly with your home's interior design. https://preview.redd.it/o3ds4k4ll4nc1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3d539f53b0c881873b828919792c9f8ad8b7c2b0 How do you store ammunition in a gun safe?
How do you safely secure a loaded gun?When securing a loaded gun in a gun safe, ensure that it is unloaded first. After unloading, you should engage the firearm's safety mechanism, if available. Then, store the firearm in a locked case or compartment within the safe. Do not leave the gun accessible to unauthorized users or children, and always treat firearms with caution, even when they are in a locked storage unit.How often should you service your gun safe?The frequency of servicing your gun safe depends on the manufacturer's recommendations and the level of usage. Generally, it is a good idea to inspect your gun safe for wear, damage, or malfunctioning components annually. If you notice any issues or require assistance with maintenance, consult with a professional locksmith or a gun safe technician.How do you optimize your home security with a gun safe?To optimize home security, keep your gun safe in a location that is out of reach for unauthorized users and children. Ensure that the safe is mounted securely to a sturdy surface or the floor, and avoid leaving the safe easily accessible near doors or windows. If possible, consider installing a security system or surveillance cameras in conjunction with your gun safe for added protection.As an Amazon™ Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. |
2024.03.01 17:17 CulturedNiichan AI detection - Mixtral vs Kayra
Interpretation of this experiment is up to you, but I wanted to show some results of what I've been doing. So basically I took a bunch of tags for style and put them in the author notes: submitted by CulturedNiichan to NovelAi [link] [comments] [Genre: cyberpunk, anime, sci-fi, mecha, techno-thriller] [ Style: advanced, fast-paced, vibrant, informal, third person, past tense, sarcastic, active voice, character driven, snappy, playful language, fluid transitions, subtle humor ] Then I took text that had been mostly written by Mixtral (local model) and put it at the beginning of a new story (Actually, the story has lorebook entries filled, basically I'm editing a novel I wrote with Kayra - but I had rewritten a lot of it with Mixtral so it follows instructions more precisely, to enhance and finetune each scene). So with that, I made a high-temperature preset, and started making Kayra 'reproduce' the passage, but using its own words and expressions. My goal: to get a less stiff, much more vibrant and fluid narrative. One benchmark I've started using is, actually, one of those pesky AI detection tools. This is the result for around 5,000 characters from the chapter I was editing, as written by Mixtral: https://preview.redd.it/zr4ue7rgxqlc1.png?width=723&format=png&auto=webp&s=4d6df748462a3c90b7434ece7d029f5290568502 And this is based on Kayra's version: https://preview.redd.it/ttjc5g7ixqlc1.png?width=767&format=png&auto=webp&s=d93e9ba88173d301c137e321b91b087cec78e1c4 So what's the interpretation of it? I have a few thoughts. First, this has nothing to do with passing off something as human-written since personally I don't care and since I don't need people's validation, I can just say my novel was written by AI and call it a day. However, to me it's the tone and style that are more interesting. ChatGPT and local models I've tried that follow instructions are far too verbose, rigid and formal, unless you prompt very heavily. They have a very distinct writing style. That's what gets picked up by the AI detectors, but more crucially, that's what makes their writing boring. Just let me show a brief example from my novel. Mixtral based: Akane, who had been quietly contemplating the question, raised her hand tentatively. "It has to do with that space colony incident, perhaps?" she ventured, her voice hesitant but confident.I want to focus on the telltale structure 'she ventured, her voice hesitant but confident'. I don't know why, but from ChatGPT to Mixtral to anything in between, assistant-trained AIs love this. Her voice this, his eyes that. Also note that it tends to abuse dialog tags and actions. Action - dialog - dialog tag. The same passage, based on the Mixtral version, but by Kayra: Akane timidly raised hers, breaking the silence with uncertainty and confidence laced together. "It's probably that space colony incident, maybe?"Here, action comes first, and is followed by no tags. In fact, the word 'voice' is even avoided. I don't know if this is the best example, but since I keep deleting the story I use for editing, I didn't have a better one. So this is why I think that, when people complain about Kayra getting outdated, that it's style is still very good compared to chatGPT or local alternatives. In my opinion, chatGPT or local models excel at instruction following, because that's what they were made for. So if you craft a good prompt, you may be able to get a very, very particular passage with a very particular tone. However, they tend to default very quickly to a very formal and rigid style, so for story telling their use is limited. Kayra on the other hand is very good at keeping the same style, and with some tags and some heavy steering you can make a much more dynamic and fluid narration. Kayra is also uncensored, and I don't mean necessarily for NSFW - uncensored means it can handle topics the powers-that-be consider are to be avoided, such as violence, heavy sarcasm and cynicism, etc. Personally I'm reaching a workflow where a first draft is by Kayra, then I finetune heavily using local models (Mixtral) to change or nail passages (sometimes I do very heavy editing to scenes), but then, and this is what my experiment recently has been, I 'rewrite' this edited version with Kayra to get a smoother flow. The AI detection thing may be meaningful, or it may just be superstition. It may just be the fact that those detectors are not trained on Kayra output. But I am starting to believe that they can help to detect the typical rigid, lifeless and bland style of assistant AIs, so lowering the AI detection 'score' may hint at improvements in style and flow - of course, a lot of other aspects remain, it's not a measure of quality per se. |