It is paralyzing to have so many but all basic-level skills that I wish to grow and specialize in, and what makes it even more difficult is unknowing what my passion is. All of the non-technical people in my life encourage me to do something with what seems to them "impressive technical skills" instead of working 11 hours a day in a sales job that I hate, my family wishes I did something with my degree instead, I graduated two years ago as a biomedical engineer (and low-key I regret it now). Of course "impressive" is very subjective, and I realize that those people don't know exactly what the job roles are in any technical field, so I can't build up on those impressions as for them installing drivers for a new hardware and using a CMD makes them think I'm cut for an IT position, and for them a programmer is simply someone who makes software on a computer, and since I was able to create a calculator application in C# and build a website in HTML and CSS, they think now I'm all set for a career in programming.
The thing is, all of my knowledge in: - C# (Winform and Console apps only) - HTML, CSS - Database management and SQL (MS-SQL, SQLite) - Computers software and hardware repair (General IT entry-level skills) - Video editing (in adobe premiere, and other open-source video editing software) - Graphic design (in photoshop) - Flash game deisgn (very old hobby I had) - Technical drawing in SolidWorks - Java programming in Android Studio (I dabbled into it for a university project). - Digital image processing (in Matlab, also for a university class I had).
is at a beginner level. I never gave myself the time to master a thing, and I can't figure out what I should stick to.
For a long time, my dream was to get into game dev, but seeing how competitive and time-consuming it is and judging by the lengthy learning resources available which need to be followed by a protfolio that also needs time to build, and finally hearing about how it actually pays less than software development, I wrote it off. My 2 fellow engineer friends recommended either going for a DevOPS path, or a blender 3D modelling path. Before asking for their advice, I was aiming for a databases-related job because I enjoyed working with databases queries the most, but all of the job descriptions in my country seem to require a lot a lot more than just doing sql queries, so then I was drifted away by a third friend who is a web developer, he convinced me to try out the free bootcamp called "TheOdinProject" and I'm half way in already in their "Foundation" course. And my progress pace suddenly slowed down significantly at some harder topics. Why did I listen to the web developer and ignored the other 2 guys? Honestly I was afraid that being a bit slow at abstract concepts won't make the DevOps path easy for me, and the Blender route was as dreadful because it takes the double amount of time of Web Dev and DevOps as it requires a ton of practice but with the constraining working hours I currently have, that would be super difficult to achieve. So now I don't know what to trust, web dev looks to require as much dedication as the others and I don't know if I will have the motivation to pick it up and get up to speed as before after being stuck for a while now.
Thank you all for reading. Any advice would hopefully illuminate my way and clear up my confusion, so I'd really appreciate any insight.
Side notes: I'm not in the US. I can't quit my job because I have family responsibilities.

Introduction

The main purpose of this guide will be to help unlock the golden dice for those of you who feel less confident about tackling honour mode. This is designed to be a path of least resistance, so we won’t be experiencing everything this game has to offer. It’s also worth noting that instead of focusing on min-maxing for damage; we prioritise safe & consistent damage. We don’t need to be respeccing characters often, if at all, and we won’t be relying on strength elixirs. My girlfriend (u/-babyjanehudson) and I put this together as we’ve beaten honour mode a 5 times now without any failed attempts, we were even in the first 800 people to beat it which is kinda cool! Here’s how we did it. First starting with our builds, then a little general advice and finally just a list of some general Do’s & Don’ts. Apologies for the wall of text.
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Builds:

[Bardlock](https://www.reddit.com/BG3Builds/s/pMh6196Xp8) (party face) - Great old one Warlock 2, college of lore bard 10 - Cha16>Dex16>Con14>Wis12

• Key items are the spell sparkler until Markoheshkir, potent robe, quickspell gloves, necklace of elemental augmentation & the warped headband of intellect (great for general party face checks in acts 1+2) at least until you get the birthright at sorcerers sundries in act 3. Once I reach act 3 and have persuaded half of the shadow cursed lands into dying, I personally choose to respec into Sorlock: 2 goolock, 2 fighter, 8 draconic sorcerer. It’s not necessary but I find it gives the edge in combat while in act 3, as there are less dialogue checks available that bard can abuse. Being a sorlock means every morning in camp I can convert ALL level 1+2 spell slots into extra sorcery slots meaning my bonus action is now always being used for eldritch blast thanks to quickened spell meta magic plus we have action surge :) Skill priority for this character is Persuasuion > Intimidation > Deception > Performance > Perception > Investigation. Credit to u/kethrynweryn for this build, it’s easily my fav in the game.

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Life cleric 12 - Wis16>Con16>Dex14>Str
(light cleric does more damage so is technically better for experienced players but a life cleric is there to save your run in case of an emergency, something pretty invaluable to beginners in HM as we can’t assume we are winning every fight in the first 2 turns like we ideally aim to)

• key items are reapers embrace, sentinel shield, hell riders pride, the whispering promise & blood of lathander. Other items of note would be luminous armor & the radiant/illumation rings. Most fights will simply involve casting spirit guardians at its highest level and running through crowds of enemies like you’re mowing a lawn, picking up the war caster feat is brilliant for helping you keep concentration when taking attacks of opportunity but i know as a feat it’s a little divisive, just my personal preference. This setup trivialises all combat encounters in act 2. Just remember to check enemies for radiant retort, they’re few and far between but can fuck things up if you forget.

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Swords Bard Archer (Lockpicker) - 6 Swords Bard, 4 Rogue Thief, 2 Fighter - Dex17>Cha14>Con14>Wis12>Str

• Key items are hag hair (+1dex), titan string, risky ring, hill giant club, helm of arcane acuity & band of the mystic scoundrel. With this setup every time you attack, you can hold person, fear, vicious mockery or invisibility as a bonus action :) Just make sure to use your slashing flourish as much as possible to maximise damage. Don’t forget to get to the high ground whenever possible to increase your damage.

Skill priority for this character is Sleight of hand > Stealth > Perception > Persuasion > Intimidation > Deception > Acrobatics
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Barbarian - Wild heart Bear Barb 8, Battle Master Fighter 4 - Str16>Con16>Dex14>Wis12

• Key items are more flexible here as it’s less dependant on gear. I recommend grabbing the Everburn blade if you can, it really helps during the slog of act 1 (to get it easily, when you first find Shadowheart on the nautiloid immediately swap any one of the spells in her book for Command, then use command drop on Zhalk and steal his sword. I do not recommend trying to fight him for it) Most the time you’ll just wear the usual barb stuff, bracers of defence & a 2H weapon of your choice. If you’re willing to brave Raphael & Ansur this build becomes a powerhouse with the gauntlets of hill giant strength, amulet of health & Baldurans giantslayer. These items are incredible but are also locked behind fights which pose the highest risk to your run, prepare carefully and if you don't feel confident enough then don’t be ashamed to just skip them. Anyway we take wild heart bear because being resistant to everything but psychic damage is really underrated. You can use this character to abuse the poor souls that your swords bard has been using hold person on for easy crits. Make sure to *always* use reckless attack. Initially it sounds bizarre but stick with me, you want enemies to have advantage against your barb, doing this while keeping your AC capped around 17~19 means the computer always prioritises attacking your Barb over the rest of your party (all your other characters should have AC19-23ish by act 2). Not to mention if you’re always using reckless attack, the feat Great Weapon Master no longer has a downside, so it becomes a reliable +10 to damage.

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Final note for builds:
As you’ve probably noticed, yes almost everybody in the party takes a dip in fighter for access to action surge & shield proficiency. I learned this habit from Colby like everything else I know. He’s the Bob Ross of DnD builds and well worth your time.
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General Advice

The most important factor in honour mode is “meta knowledge”, This means things like: knowing how to enter each combat effectively, making sure everyone is in a good position before starting, knowing exactly which enemies/spells you’ll face during that fight and ensuring you always take the enemy by surprise to gain a free turn. Being properly prepared is better than any build. As for difficulty, Act 1 is always going to be your biggest challenge so use plenty of rests and pick your fights carefully. For this guide I also recommend using your bard to persuade the act 2 bosses into committing suicide.

Do’s:

• Always have a these spells prepared: longstrider, aid, enhance ability, bless, misty step, heroes feast, counterspell, shield & guidance.
  
• Buy the ring of bless from Volo the moment you meet him at the grove.
  
• Steal Laezel’s armor at the start if you’re not using her, it’s great medium armor in the first few hours.
  
• Let Volo take your eye for a permanent see invisibility buff.
  
• Barbarian should always use reckless attack
  
• Buy & craft every potion of speed you can get your grubby mitts on. With the slight nerfs to Haste in HM potions of speed are a safer alternative.
  
• Take the Hag hair +1dex for swords bard and most the time just let Ethel have Mayrina, its fiddly to control who Ethel will offer the deal to so just go in being prepared to sacrifice Mayrina.
  
• Talk to crusher outside the goblin camp and persuade him to kiss your feet. He'll run off embaressed, follow him to the bridge away from all the other goblins. Now you can safely and easily kill him to loot his ring which increases movement speed.
  
• Use your party face to poison the goblin camp in act 1, killing over half of them outside before even entering combat and then the party face can simply deny everything.
  
• Look up the wiki page for every boss and check their legendary resistances/actions BEFORE starting the encounter. Ethel, inquisitor w’wargaz, cazador, steel watch titan & Nether brain specifically can do some seriously nasty stuff that’s exclusive to HM & can easily catch you off guard.
  
• Kill Balthazar in his room/lab where you first meet him. To make the fight even easier you can take flesh into the self same trial using the bell so you don’t have to fight him alongside Balthazar. Either way it’s a much easier than the fighting in the shadowfell.
  
• Take alert if someone has a spare feat available, otherwise increasing your main ability score is usually the best bet.
  
• Cast sanctuary on Isobel during the raid on the last light in, a lot easier than chasing after her trying to heal & blade ward her. Alternatively ignore her altogether, go straight to ambush against the drider, grab the lantern and release dolly dolly dolly, allowing you to skip the Isobel & Marcus’s fight altogether.
  
• Keep characters ability scores in even values when possible, odd values do not change anything (with a slight exception to constitution as odd values still give a little extra hp).
  
• Try to keep all characters at 12 Wis or higher to avoid being feared, charmed or hold person’d.
  
• Cast darkness over Halsins portal to prevent enemies attacking it.
  
• Take Gortash's deal to skip his fight & the steel foundry.
  
• Use minor illusion to group enemies together & pull them out of position before initiating combat. You can also use this method to fix broken NPC’s when they’re not standing where they’re meant to. Looking at you Alfira & Lakrissa.
  
• If you’re open to a little cheesing you can leave some ranged/throwing party members on the steps before the Grym boss fight. Now just rain hell down on the boss from safety.
  
• Globe of invulnerability is exactly as broken as it sounds. These scrolls restock daily at sorcerers sundries & trivialise every boss encounter in act 3. Ansur specifically has no way of countering this.
  
• Illithid powers. These wriggly little cuties are some of the strongest buffs/abilities available. I recommend having every possible party member take atleast: favourable beginnings, luck of the far realms, ability drain & cull the weak. If you opt to go half illithid then you get access to some outrageous kit such as: fly, psionic dominance, illithid expertise & blackhole.
  
• Summon any minions before casting Aid, Heroes feast, Longstrider & other morning buffs.
  
• Use your potions, elixirs & scrolls as much as possible. They’re literally everywhere & with good reason. A well timed potion of invisibility or scroll of misty step can save a run.
  
• Most people know this already but don’t forget you can throw healing potions at allies in a pinch.
  
• Before descending the stairs to Cazador’s fight have a party member go invisible. They can run over and free Astarion before rolling initiative. This method can also be used to free Volo, Mayrina, Aylin or set up smokepowder barrels for a one turn kill.
  
• Use darkness to cover any pickpocketing and then flee the area before the NPC notices they've been got.
  
• Only trade with vendors using your highest persuasion character.
  
• Give your frequently visited vendors a few hundred gold to max out their attitude. this way you have the best prices for both buying and selling.
  
• Remember you can skip the final fight altogether using the dialogue option (important distinction) to blow Gale up at the brain stem in act 3.
  

Don’ts:

• Don’t awaken at the Zaithisk unless you’re certain you can make the checks, there is a [great guide on respeccing for this exact moment](https://www.reddit.com/BaldursGate3/s/7uQ7MSzzBg) credit to u/kodiak3393.
  
• Don't use friends, guidance or any other spell when bargaining with Ethel for Mayrina & the hag hair. It will trigger Ethel's legendary action and prevent you from getting the hag hair.
  
• Don’t free Orpheus unless you're prepared to also fight the Emperor in the final fight.
  
• Don’t play as durge for the first time. Worth noting the cloak exclusive to durge is easily the best in the game but being durge throws the player some unexpected curveballs that can end a run if you're not prepared.
  
• Don’t keep sharpshooter toggled on permanenlty unless you’ve got risky ring or oil of accuracy.
  
• Don’t try & save the gondians, don’t go to the iron throne, do not pass go, do not collect £200
  
• Don’t underestimate Flind the and other Gnolls who are attacking Rugan in act 1, you ideally want to be level 4 before this fight. Ensure to start the encounter from insidde the cave where Rugan is trapped, it can be accessed from the area near the fake paladins of tyr & Karlach.
  
• Don’t use the cantrip Friends unless you plan on immediately leaving the area or killing the target.
  
• Don’t convince Ketheric to commit suicide at the mindlfayer colony. Instead use the first phase of the fight to get into position & takeout the Mindflayer asasp then get to work on the apostles. Makes phase 2 infinitely easier.
  
• Don’t talk to Wulbren or the Tieflings in the Moonrise prison until you’ve killed the warden and all the guards . These guards are utterly brain dead and somehow will never inform anyone upstairs of your massacre, regardless of how stealthily or raucously you tackle them. So just go hog wild. This’ll secure your potent robe with ease.
  

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[Updated and streamlined version of the guide i made a few months ago on my old account u/JoseMongo]

Hi!! I’m aiming to start competing later this year, either in Adult High Beginner or Adult Pre-Bronze (i would like to do pre-bronze for more jumps, but depends on how confident I can get in my spins lol).
Both levels have a 1:40 time limit for free skate.
Does anyone have suggestions? I’m pretty good at cutting songs down for time so that’s no issue. I don’t have a preference for with lyrics vs without.
Another adult at my rink has been working on a program to a really slow, kind of haunting cover of Wicked Game and I really like that! So any suggestions along those lines would be awesome.

Y’all, I’m really not sure what’s still around. This list is somewhat edited, but please still make sure to check on all the regular events before you make big plans – I may have missed something.
Events are listed by the day. Events that happen every week appear first, one time stuff after that. If you have anything you’d like people to know about, comment here or message me and I’ll add it in. If you’d like further info about any of the events, look it up! I usually don’t have any extra to add.
Large Scale, Ongoing, and Multi-Day Events

Local Running, Walking, and Biking Info: https://troubleafoot.blogspot.com/
Guided Paddling Outings all around the area: https://www.facebook.com/hsmithoutdoors
Tallahassee Film Society Showings: https://www.tallahasseefilms.com/tickets/
Book Clubs for all tastes: https://www.facebook.com/midtownreadeevents
Live Theater:

• Making Light Productions: https://www.makinglightproductions.org/
  
• Theatre Tallahassee: https://theatretallahassee.org/
  
• Mickee Faust Club: https://www.mickeefaust.com/
  
• Monticello Opera House: https://www.monticellooperahouse.org/
  
• FSU School of Theatre: https://theatre.fsu.edu/productions/
  
• Young Actors Theatre: https://www.youngactorstheatre.com/
  
• Quincy Music Theatre: https://quincymusictheatre.com/
  
• Tallahassee Hispanic Theater: https://tallahasseehispanictheater.wordpress.com/
  

OutdooFarmer’s Markets:

• Lake Ella Grower's Market: Wednesday and Saturday, 11am-2pm. You can always find organic vendors, and foragers: The Holistic Cannabis Community, Artzi Farms, Hickory Nut Gifts, and others. Including Pita Queen! Farmer's Market Nutrition Program Coupons gladly accepted!
  
• Tallahassee Downtown Market: Saturdays, 10am-2pm, Park Ave Parks. Vendors display their arts and fine crafts, jewelry, handmade soap, pottery, Fresh from Florida produce, hand-raised beef and pork, fresh baked bread, jams and jellies, and honey. Live music from different local musicians every Saturday.
  
• Frenchtown Heritage Market: 524 N MLK Jr Blvd. Third Saturday of the month 10am to 2pm. Come grow community and support your local farmers and makers, while you get your groceries for the week! Don’t forget! We match SNAP/EBT, so you DOUBLE your money to go towards locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables! If the guy with the pineapple is there, get it. This is currently only happening on the third Saturday of the month for the next few months while road work is completed.
  
• Tallahassee Farmers Market: 2904 Kerry Forest Pkwy, Saturdays, 8am to Noon. Come see us at Tallahassee's longest-running farmers market! We are a year-round market, featuring local farms and vendors that provide the best seasonal produce, meats, baked goods, and more. We welcome you and your whole family (leashed pets included) to come out and meet your local farmers! Ample parking is available between our lot and the shopping center lot next door (by Red Elephant). Come early for the best selection.
  

THURSDAY, 5/16

• The Hub at Feather Oaks: Bingo. 6pm
  
• Dreamland BBQ: Weekly Open Blues Jam. If you'd like to sing, please bring your own mic. 6pm
  
• Honest Living Vape: Chess-Master Thursdays . Beginners and experts, join us every Thursday from 6-9 for Chess-Master Thursdays. All ages. Bring your board or play ours! Tournaments coming soon! 6pm
  
• Lake Tribe: Trivia. 7pm
  
• Takko Market Square: Bingo Night. 7pm
  
• The Getaway Grille and Bar: Karaoke with Jared Walker. 7pm
  
• Amicus Brewing: Trivia. 7pm
  
• Smitty's Taphouse: Trivia Lab Thursdays. Teams of 6 or fewer players can compete for $30 / $20 / $10 Prizes + The Golden MacGuffin prize table! New format! Interactive smartphone answering for your comfort and safety! 6 Fun Rounds - 42 Total Questions. 7:30pm
  
• Studio D: Bachata Fever. We always have a bachata workshop at 8 pm before Bachata Fever. We dance afterwards to the sounds of DJ Bacharod. The class is at 8 pm and Bachata Fever will start at 930 pm. Many times people are learning in class and may feel uncomfortable social dancing while they are still learning moves. We have a welcoming environment so stay and have fun and dance with everyone. That is how we learn. 8pm/Class $5/Bachata Fever $5.
  
• The Sound Bar: Comedy Night. 8pm
  
• Finnegans Wake: Open Mic. 8:30pm
  
• Brass Tap in Midtown: Karaoke with DJ Rah. 9pm
  
• 926: Karaoke. 9pm
  
• Bird’s: Karaoke with Nathan. 9pm
  

• Fire Bettys: Slasher Bash. This week we'll be showing: "Zombeavers". Prepare for an evening of horrific hilarity with comedy narration and devilish drinking games!🍻 Hosted by local comedians. 8pm/21+
  
• Blue Tavern: Seep's Gumbo Nation ft. Shanice Richards. 8pm
  

FRIDAY, 5/17

• Blue Tavern: Happy Hour with Steve Malono. 5pm
  
• Lake Tribe Brewing: Flannel Fridays with Live Music. 6pm
  
• Hobbit West: Friday Night Dart Tournament. Anyone can Enter! Sign ups at 7:30, Darts fly at 8:00/$10 entry fee
  
• Ouzts Too: Karaoke with DJ Nathan. Best karaoke DJ in town. 8pm
  
• Just One More: Karaoke with DJ Rah. 9pm-11pm/21+
  
• 926: The Hot Friday Night Party and Drag Show. 9pm/$5/18+
  

• The Hub at Feather Oaks: Rachel Hillman. 5:30pm
  
• Lake Tribe: Ben Wentworth. 5:30pm
  
• Amicus Brewing: The Tanglers. 6pm
  
• The Getaway Grille and Bar: One Year Anniversary Celebration Featuring Queen of Hearts Band. 6pm
  
• Southwood Golf Club: The Rhythm Remedy. 6:30pm
  
• Goodwood: The Big Bash Havana Nights presented by Brent Hartsfield. The Big Bash is Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend's signature fundraising gala of the year and directly supports the agency's youth mentoring programs. Guests will enjoy Cuban Cuisine, champagne mojitos, cigars, flights, classic cars, photo opportunities, silent auction vacation packages, LIVE music and dancing, and an exciting LIVE salsa dance performance from 12 community volunteers! The event is a tremendous networking opportunity for Tallahassee's top business professionals, local community leaders and philanthropists to come together to enjoy an evening to celebrate the achievements of Big Brothers Big Sisters. 7pm
  
• Blue Tavern: Wil Fulkerson Jazz Night. 8pm
  
• House of Music: Belly Dancing: Journey From The Nile To The Tigris. Habibi, join us on a groovy carpet ride across ancient deserts: Disco Iskandar embarks on a voyage of belly dance, folklore, cinema, and history in a theatrical dance production, JOURNEY FROM THE NILE TO THE TIGRIS. Highlighting the prominence of belly dance in films of the Middle East from the 1940s through the 1970s, we present a live showcase exhibiting dances from Egypt, Turkey, Iraq, and beyond. It goes so much deeper than you think. Hookahs! Swords! Rhinestones, literally everywhere! This cross section of entertainment and education is the culmination of years of obsessive learning, two national tours, and travels to Egypt & Lebanon. JOURNEY FROM THE NILE TO THE TIGRIS is a trip unlike any other-- where the Middle East meets Vegas. This show’s cast is Gabi Corazon, Gia Bee, Liz Azi, Olya Clark, Vania Ojeda, director Veronica Lynn, and special guest star Omaris! 8pm/$15/21+
  
• The Sound Bar: The Old Schoolers. 8pm
  
• Vino Beano: Your Scumbag Neighbors. 8pm
  
• The Bark: Medians, No Yeah, Sleep John B, and Cloud Storage. 8pm
  

SATURDAY, 5/18

• Brinkley Glen Park: Invasive Plant Removal. Join Master Gardener Volunteers at this weekly invasive plant removal event. This is a great way to learn to ID our invasive plant species and how to remove them. We recommend wearing long pants and sleeves, closed-toed shoes, gloves, a hat and mosquito spray. Bring gardening tools such as hand clippers, loppers, trowels, etc. if you have them. We are removing coral ardisia bushes and berries, nandina, tung trees, Tradescantia flumenensis, cat's claw vine, winged yam, Japanese climbing fern, skunkvine and more. Directions: The best way to get there is to take Meridian Rd to Waverly Rd, go to the next intersection and turn left onto Abbotsford Way, then turn left at the next road called Woodside Dr. At the stop sign turn left onto Lothian. Lothian ends in a cul-de-sac and there is a sign that says Brinkley Glen Park. 8:30am-11:30am
  
• Gamescape: Saturday Gaming. Gamescape has relocated from Railroad Square to the Huntington Oaks Plaza (Suite 302, next to the Library) at N Monroe St and Fred George Rd. Open gaming tables are available. Noon-6pm
  
• Duke’s and Dottie’s: Line Dancing Plus Lessons. 7pm/21+
  
• Bird’s Oyster Shack: Laughterday Night Fever. * Join us every Saturday at Bird's Aphrodisiac Oyster Shack for a free comedy show!* 8:30pm
  
• 926: Latin Night. Dance to the irresistible beats of Zeus and prepare to be dazzled by a spectacular drag show at midnight. It's more than a party, it's an experience. 9:30pm/$10 21+, $15 under 21
  

• Crawfordville: Big Bend Biodiversity Tour. See why our area is so ecologically incredible! Get up close and personal with creatures and plants galore. Join expert guide and outdoor educator, Ryan Means for this limited opportunity to tour the Apalachicola Lowlands Preserve. The day-long trip stops at points along the way to the privately-owned preserve nestled deep in the Apalachicola National Forest near Sumatra, FL. Explore the longleaf pine ecosystem, pitcher plant bogs, ephemeral wetlands, and blackwater streams - home to some threatened and endangered species. Learn what makes the Florida Panhandle one of the five richest biodiversity hotspots in North America. Perfect tour for photographers, outdoor enthusiasts and ecologists. $75 tour fee includes round-trip transportation (from 46 Kinsey Rd, Crawfordville, FL) , complimentary beverages, and supports efforts to preserve the incredible biodiversity of the Southeastern Coastal Plain. Spaces limited. Register here: https://coastalplains.networkforgood.com/events/71083-big-bend-biodiversity-tour for full details. 8am
  
• Dreamland BBQ: Rock Type One to None. Let's rock to find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes! The Unicorn Wranglers are back on Saturday, May 18th at Dreamland BBQ in Tallahassee, Florida for the 2024 "Rock One to None" show. This show is benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund (JDRF) and will feature musical guests Midnight Caravan, Fallen Timber, and the Unicorn Wranglers. The show starts at 4 pm and runs until 7 pm at Dreamland BBQ in Music Alley, and is open to all ages. While the show is free, we encourage all rockers attending to donate to the cause. You can contribute at the show by visiting our donation station or by heading over to our online Unicorn Wranglers team page. Together, as one big mosh pit, we can help cure Type 1 Diabetes. 3pm
  
• The Hub at Feather Oaks: Ethan Kyllonen. 4pm
  
• Amicus Brewing: Beza Alford and Rev. Dr. Sheldon Steen. 5pm
  
• Lake Tribe: Flamingo Party. 6pm
  
• The Getaway Grille and Bar: Billy Rigsby Band. 6pm
  
• Vino Beano: Brett & "Dangerous" Dave. 6pm
  
• Salty Dawg: Hot Mess. 6:30pm
  
• La Tiendita: Rhys Bennett & the Gringos as Vontade. Join us for an energetic evening filled with the vibrant sounds of Latin music, Brazilian beats, and jazz rhythms. Our local band, Rhys Bennett & the Gringos, will transform into the versatile ensemble Vontade, treating you to a delightful mix of rancheras, bossa nova, and more! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a newcomer to the dance floor, you're in for a fantastic time at one of Tallahassee's hidden gems. Immerse yourself in a night of cultural fusion and musical celebration that is sure to create lasting memories! 6:30pm
  
• The Sound Bar: Tillman & Taff. 7pm
  
• Island Wings: Midnight Caravan. 7pm
  
• The Bark: Saturnalia, Brass Wizard, Van Season, and Psycho Tropical. 8pm
  
• Fire Bettys: 80's Video Dance Party. 8pm
  
• Just One More: One Eyed JAK. 9pm
  

SUNDAY, 5/19

• Bicycle House: Sunday Ride. Ride at 10:30 AM from Bicycle House. We will ride the Cascades trail to the St Marks trail and down to Wakulla station and return, about 31 miles. Ride speed is 12 to 14 mph, with periodic regroups. Vernon Bailey is the ride leader. Vernon is a new CCC member who’s been biking for 50 years enjoys riding with small groups and weekend touring. 10am
  
• E Peck Greene Park (Behind the LeRoy Collins Library): Food Not Bombs Free Mealshare. We offer free vegetarian/vegan food, water, coffee, personal care & hygiene products, bus passes, and clothing when we have some available to those in need. Contact foodnotbombstally@gmail.com to find out about getting involved. Noon-2pm
  
• LeRoy Collins Library: Tallahassee Go Club Meetings. Come play the captivating ancient game of Go, also known as Baduk, with some friendly games and discussions. Beginners welcome. Visit https://www.tallahasseegoclub.com for more information. 1pm
  
• Gamescape: Pokémon League. Come learn, play, and trade with the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the Pokémon video games! We LOVE seeing new players, so come learn how to play! We play both the Trading Card Game and the Video Game casually and competitively. The store offers lots of different seating arrangements to meet our group's needs, as well as food, drinks, and Pokémon products for purchase. We are also hold regular, officially sanctioned tournaments for Pokémon Trading Card Game and Video Game Competitions! 2-4pm
  
• The Plant: Open Jam. All instruments, all players welcome. 4pm-9pm
  
• Pedro’s: Mariachi Clasico. 6pm
  
• Fermentation Lounge: Open Mic Night Hosted by Conor Churchill. 7pm
  

• Ology Powermill: Marauders Market. Noon
  
• The Hub at Feather Oaks: The Barber Bros. 1pm-4pm
  
• Goodwood: Ice Cream Social. Get ready for a spectacular day of family fun at Goodwood Museum & Gardens! Treat your taste buds to a family fun day of FREE ice cream, FREE crafts for the kids, FREE activities, and more, all on the beautiful Goodwood grounds. Family-friendly musical entertainment will be provided by The Safari Man, who will have everyone tapping their feet and dancing along to his whimsical tunes. 1pm
  
• Common Ground Books: Contemporary Queer Poetry Book Club: Time is a Mother. This month, we’ll be reading “Time is a Mother” by Ocean Vuong. “In this deeply intimate second poetry collection, Ocean Vuong searches for life among the aftershocks of his mother's death, embodying the paradox of sitting within grief while being determined to survive beyond it. Vivid, brave and propulsive, Vuong's poems contend with personal loss, the meaning of family, and the value of joy in a perennially fractured American spirit. The author of the critically acclaimed poetry collection Night Sky with Exit Wounds, winner of the 2016 Whiting Award, the 2017 T. S. Eliot Prize and a 2019 MacArthur fellow, Vuong writes directly to our humanity without losing sight of the current moment. Bold and prescient, and a testament to tenderness in the face of violence, Time is a Mother is a return and a forging-forth all at once.” 6pm
  

MONDAY, 5/20

• Just One More: Bingo. 5pm-6:30pm
  
• The Getaway Grille and Bar: Margarita Monday, Open-Mic Night hosted by The Saltwater Cowboy. 5:30pm-8pm
  
• American Legion Hall: Cha Cha - Weekly Lessons. 6:15pm/$5
  
• Hangar 38: Bingo. 6:45pm
  
• Vino Beano: Tipsy Trivia. 7pm
  

TUESDAY, 5/21

• Blue Tavern: Happy Hour. 5pm
  
• The Getaway Grille: Tuesday Night Bikes and Trikes. 6pm
  
• Crafty Crab: BOOMIN' Karaoke. 7pm
  
• Gamescape: Hobby Night. Slay the grey together! Join your fellow gamers and turn your pile of grey miniatures into a battle ready army. Need some painting tips? Feel free to ask at hobby night. You can bring any miniature for any game to paint. 7pm
  
• Ology Midtown: Jazz Jam Sessions. 7pm
  
• Island Wings: Trivia. 7pm
  
• Brass Tap in Midtown: Trivia. 1st Tuesday of the month is General Knowledge with rotating themes the rest of the month. 7pm
  
• House of Music: Tuesday Trivia & Karaoke. 7pm
  
• American Legion Hall: Tallahassee Swing Band Tuesday Night Dance. 7:30pm
  
• Fire Bettys: Comedy Night. 8pm
  
• Poor Pauls: Trivia. 8pm/21+
  
• Blue Tavern: Bluesday Tuesday with Bill Ricci. Every Tuesday is Blues Day @ the Blue Tavern and Blues Meets Girl is a Tallahassee favorite. This perfect, intimate venue provides just what you need for both a mid-week break and authentic blues music experience. 8pm/$5
  
• 4th Quarter: Professor Jim's Tuesday Night Trivia. Popular for a reason! 8pm
  
• Argonaut Coffee: Trivia Tuesday. 8pm
  
• The Sound Bar: Karaoke. 8pm
  
• Fire Betty’s: Open Mic Comedy Night. 8pm/21+
  
• 926: Tacos and Trivia. 9pm
  

• Tallahassee Junior Museum: Basic Blacksmith Skills Program. Light your curiosity at our upcoming Basic Blacksmith Skills Program! Join our resident blacksmith, Michael Murphy, as he shares his history of being a Smitty. Participants will be able to keep the fire going, sling a hammer, and throw knives during this two hour lecture program. This is an outdoor event. Must preregister online at tallahasseemuseum.org/events. This program is free for members and regular admission price for non-members. 10am

WEDNESDAY, 5/22

• Sugar and Spice Tally: Game Night. Join us every Wednesday Night for community game night. Bring your own or use ours! Let me know if you need to reserve space for a large group. Free to attend! 5pm
  
• Goodwood: Wonderful Wednesday. 6pm/$5
  
• Level 8 Rooftop Lounge: Trivia. 6pm
  
• La Florida Coffee & Wine: Trivia Night. 6pm
  
• The Great Games Library: Open Game Night. 6pm/free
  
• American Legion Hall: Sue Boyd Country Western and More Dance Class. Session 2 - Beginner 6:30 to 7:45 pm What: East Coast Swing and Waltz. Cost: $8.00 per person. Wear comfortable shoes you can turn in. 7:45 to 8:15 - Practice dance with paid admission. 8:15 to 9:30: Intermediate - 2 Step and WCS. $8.00 per person or $13.00 for both classes. Vaccines are required. Face masks are optional. Changing partners is optional. 6:30pm
  
• Perry Lynn’s Smokehouse in Quincy: Wed Night Open Mic w/ Steven Ritter and Friends. 6:30pm
  
• Hangar 38: Trivia. 6:45pm
  
• Proof: Trivia. 7pm
  
• Vino Beano: Wine Bingo. 7pm
  
• Fermentation Lounge: Trivia. 7pm
  
• Blue Tavern: Wednesday Open Mic with Doc Russell. The open mic night that has run continuously for almost 20 years, once housed at the Warehouse, lives on at the Blue Tavern. Doc Russell continues as the host with the most. Sign up starts at 7:45pm/free to attend
  
• House of Music: Bar Bingo! Free to Play & Late Night Karaoke. 7pm
  
• Fire Betty’s: Karaoke! 8pm/21+/free
  
• Dukes and Dotties: College Night and Line Dancing Lessons. 8pm
  
• Finnegans Wake: Trivia. 8pm
  
• The Sound Bar: Open Mic Night. 8pm
  
• The Bark: Karaoke with DJ Nathan. Best karaoke DJ in town. 9pm
  
• Peppers: Karaoke. 9pm
  
• 926: Dragged Out Wednesday. 10pm
  

I started learning Bulgarian 2 years ago and I’m at a decent stage of beginner level. I still can’t hold a conversation or track more than a few words at a time when others speak to me. I tried some free apps but they just don’t help with the learning the flow of the language. My girlfriend watches BG.tv but there are no subtitles in English so I struggle following that too. Her dialect is from the south west so it is also different than the official language - which makes it so much harder to communicate with her family.
So I am looking for any podcasts or movie dubs In Bulgarian that also have English subtitles. Most of everything I find doesn’t have English translation so it is hard to follow. Any suggestions? Благодаря!

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FRIDAY
NATIONAL PIZZA PARTY DAY u/patiobarpizza WHAT: Get ready to celebrate National Pizza Party Day in style at Patio Bar & Pizza. Join us on Friday, May 17th, 2024, as we throw the ultimate pizza party extravaganza! We’re serving up $5 off ALL pizzas, ALL DAY! *Dine-in only. WHEN: FRIDAY MAY 17th WHERE: 901 Progresso Dr #114, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Carter Park Jamz @playlauderdale WHAT: Enjoy a free concert series with a broad range of musical varieties featuring a different live performer each showtime! Carter Park Jamz takes place on the third Friday of select months from 7 to 10 p.m. at Carter Park. For several years, Carter Park Jamz has provided residents and visitors with the opportunity to experience music outdoors with their family and friends while relaxing under the evening stars. Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and coolers. Food and beverages are available for purchase. The concert is free to attend. From R&B to pop, Carter Park Jamz has it all! WHEN: FRIDAY MAY 17TH @ 7pm-10pm WHERE: 1450 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
SATURDAY
#TheMKT at @oceansideparkmarket WHAT: Sip, Sup, and Shop more than 50 local makers and food stalls steps from the shoreline WHEN: Saturday, 9am-6pm & Sunday, 10am - 6pm WHERE: @theloopflb 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd at A1A
FTL FREE FITNESS @FTLFREEWORKOUT @FTLfreeyoga WHAT: FREE Fitness classes happening every Saturday in Fort Lauderdale! 9am - HIIT Circuit training workout. No registration needed, all equipment included! Run by @ftlfreeworkout 10am - Yoga flow. Bring your own mat! Great for beginners & advanced. Run by @ftlfreeyoga WHEN: SATURDAY 9AM - 11AM WHERE: 508 NE 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale FL
Taco & Tequila Fest u/riverwalkftl WHAT: Join us for a fiesta along the New River as Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale presents Tacos & Tequila Feast. Mouthwatering creations from street tacos to gourmet fusion, there’s something for every taste bud. We’re also serving up premium tequila cocktails, margaritas and other refreshing beverages. Grab your friends and join us for an afternoon of flavor, fun, and festive vibes. WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 18TH @ 2-6PM WHERE: Esplanade park - 400 sw 2nd street, fort Lauderdale
Asian-Pacific American Heritage Celebration @modsftl WHAT: Dive into the diverse arts specific to Asian-Pacific American cultures at our special event, including the Butterfly Release, presented by Truly Nolen Pest Control. Be dazzled by captivating performances by Kehlani from Polynesian Proud Productions, exhilarating drumming with Ronin Taiko, and demonstrations by Joe Keit Martial Arts and others. WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 18th @ 10AM - 5PM WHERE: 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
SUNNY SIDE UP ARTISAN MARKET @sunnysideupmarket WHAT: Community artisan & farmers markets in a south Florida! Boutique store, workshops, yoga & more! WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 18th @ 12-4PM WHERE: @livelifeinflow - 301 SW 1ST AVE, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
SUNDAY
SUNDAY SERVICE @FBFTL WHAT: A church service that is creative, fun & exciting as well is powerful & life-changing. Everyone is welcome to join! WHEN: SUNDAYS @ 10AM or 11:30AM WHERE: 301 East Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
MONDAY
GEARS & BEERS @tarponriverbrewing WHAT: Every Monday night, we host a group bike ride around downtown Fort Lauderdale from 7:30pm-9:00pm. No tickets required, just show up with your bike at 7pm to roll out at 730pm from Tarpon River Brewery WHEN: MONDAY @ 7:30PM WHERE: 280 SW 6th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Hi guys,
Grateful for a roasting on my startup, PrettyPolly, which lets you learn a language by practicing speaking with AI. Feel free to be brutal.

• The product: PrettyPolly lets you learn a language by practicing speaking with AI. It is for people who want to practice speaking another language, but don't have native speakers of that language to practice with. It's for beginners, intermediates and advanced learners.
• The market: The online language learning market is around $15 billion and growing 15% year-on-year. Duolingo is the largest incumbent competitor. As anyone who has spent some time on Duolingo knows, Duolingo progress doesn't necessarily translate to real-world speaking skills.
• Product analysis / comparison against competition: We are banking on people wanting to learn to speak by practicing. Our app also lets you create custom AI characters and scenarios to make it more fun and diverse.
• What stage are you in? We had a viral launch on Hacker News and are now growing about 5% every week. We will be fundraising later this year.
• Customer conversion strategy: Apart from a Product Hunt and Hacker News launch, growth has all been through word-of-mouth. We have a freemium model, so you get access to 7 conversations, but need to upgrade to premium for unlimited conversations.
• Why you? Lifelong language learner and web developer. Have founded a venture-backed startup (backed by Entrepreneur First) before.

Thanks! Don't worry about hurting my feelings!

Hello EtsyPhotographers!
Lighting is a crucial element in product photography, and choosing between continuous light and flash/strobe can significantly impact your results. Here, we’ll compare these two types of artificial lighting to help you decide which best suits your needs.
Continuous Light:

• Pros:
  • Ease of Use: Continuous lights are straightforward to use because you can see how the light falls on your product in real time. This makes it easier to adjust your setup and achieve the desired look.
  • Consistency: They provide a constant light source, which is excellent for video as well as still photography, ensuring consistent exposure and colour balance across multiple shots.
  • Learning Curve: Ideal for beginners as what you see is what you get, making it easier to learn about lighting and shadow effects.
• Cons:
  • Heat Production: Continuous lights can generate a lot of heat, which might be uncomfortable to work with for extended periods.
  • Power Consumption: They often consume more power compared to flash units.
  • Brightness Limitations: Generally, they are not as bright as flash/strobe lights, which can be a limitation in very bright environments or when you need a lot of light.
  • Moving Products: Since continuous light doesn't freeze motion, you'll end up with any movement being blurred.

Flash/Strobe Light:

• Pros:
  • High Power: Flash units can produce a very bright burst of light, making them ideal for freezing motion and creating sharp, well-lit images even in low light conditions.
  • Control Over Light: With various modifiers like softboxes, diffusers, and reflectors, you can shape and direct the light precisely where you need it.
  • Less Heat: Flash units produce less continuous heat, making them more comfortable to use in long sessions.
• Cons:
  • Learning Curve: Flash photography can be more complex to master as you can't see the light until after the shot is taken. It often requires more trial and error to get the settings right.
  • Additional Equipment: Often requires additional equipment such as triggers, stands, and modifiers, which can add to the setup complexity and cost.
  • Battery Dependency: Many flash units are battery-powered, which means you need to keep batteries charged and have spares on hand.
  • Can't use with a Smartphone: You can't trigger flashes from your phone.

When to Use Continuous Light:

• Product Videos: Continuous light is essential for video production since it provides consistent illumination throughout the recording.
• Beginners: Ideal for those new to photography who need to see the effects of lighting in real time.
• Long Exposure Shots: Useful for long exposure photography where a consistent light source is needed.
• Smartphone Photography: Since you can't use flash with your phone, you'll need continuous light instead.

When to Use Flash/Strobe Light:

• High-Detail Shots: When you need bright, high-intensity light to capture intricate details and textures.
• Freezing Motion: Perfect for capturing fast-moving objects or ensuring sharp images of dynamic scenes.
• Professional Shoots: When precise control over light and shadow is required.

Community Activity:

• Light Experiment: Choose a product and photograph it using both continuous light and flash/strobe light. Share both images here and discuss the differences you observe.
• Setup Sharing: Post photos of your lighting setups for both continuous and flash/strobe lights, and provide tips on achieving the best results with each.

Understanding the strengths and limitations of continuous light and flash/strobe will help you make an informed decision for your product photography needs. We’re excited to see your lighting experiments and hear about your experiences!
Feel free to ask questions, share additional tips, and discuss your preferred lighting methods. Let’s shine the best light on our products!

Hey golf - I'm doing some research and trying to understand questions and barriers to the game for beginners. Think anyone who has gone to TopGolf, hit the range, had an intro lesson, etc. but hasn't really taken the next step to start learning the ins and outs of the game.
I created a survey I've shared w/ friends and family to help collect this information. It's located here. This exercise will help me with a project in growing the game in my local community.
If you fit this criteria, I'd greatly appreciate taking the ~3 minutes to fill it out. If you don't fit this criteria, feel free to share it with someone who does. The more responses, the better!
The responses are anonymous and I don't ask for any personal info (email address is not collected).
Thank you in advance!

Hey there!
I have a challenge for you all and everyone is free to participate!
Video announcement here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqQAuQMXS2E
Rayman for the DSi is actually a pretty great version to speedrun imo and it would be great to make it at least a little bit more active! It's also pretty beginner friendly too!
So, you have until June 16, 2024 11:59 PM CET to submit a speedrun of Rayman DSi 100%!
The prize pool is €300 and will be divided by 2 groups of people: Experienced and New players. The amount of people that participate per group will decide how much of the pool goes to that group.
Experienced player
You have a time on the speedrun.com leaderboard of any version of Rayman 1. (GBC excluded)
New player
You have never submitted any version of Rayman 1 to speedrun.com. (GBC excluded)

Rules

• All speedrun.com submissions NEED to be livestreamed. (You cannot submit locally recorded video's)
• Recording a 3DS with webcam/camera is allowed. (you're not required to use capture software for a 3DS).
• Emulator is allowed. (Use Ribshark's Mod to be able to run the game properly. A setup guide can be found here)
• Anti-Dark Matters & Save file need to be shown at the end of the run. (All checkmarks need to be ticked and the file save needs to say 100%
• Beating Mr. Sax & Mr. Skops is required to reach 100%.
• You can submit runs to speedrun.com until June 16, 2024 11:59 PM
• Casual playthroughs are not allowed.

Extra Bonus Incentive

The first person to beat my current PB (1:13:49) within the submission timeframe (June 16th) will receive a €25 bonus reward.

Prize Pool

€300 will be split among groups depending on their respective runner counts Joining my discord will be required to claim any prizes: http://discord.gg/dHVjbdg
Any donations done to me during this event will be added to the pool.

I'm looking for players that love to participate in roleplay. There's a fair amount of action, but I mostly focus all my energy on boss fights. This is NOT a beginner's campaign. This is only because I myself do not have the ability to teach the system since I'm a very free form when it comes to dnd. And I feel teaching someone would take too much of my time already. The only reason why I did 18 plus is I don't want to censor my game for some 16 year old that happens to live in Florida. Or for me to deal with any pedos I happen to accidentally pick up from the application process. We will be using roll20 and Discord to run it. So be prepped for that. And games will be weekly at 2pm EST on Wednesday. With this campaign, expect the setting to be a mix of Treasure Planet, a dash of Star Wars, and Star Trek for flavor. Then finally a hint of Call of Chathulu.
Here's some setting lore:
The year is 835. The war between the Astral Alliance and the Giff Empire had just started settling. And the Intergalactic Tribunal. A sort of United Systems government meant to unify the galaxy. While wars and inner conflicts are starting to mysteriously erupt in the star systems across the Re'alms Galaxy. Most pirates and common men say the tensions between each other are starting to rise once more. From the darkest corner of the universe, Translvata. Where Lupins and Vampire pirates are in constant conflict. To the ever-bright L'ong Nagaa, the birthplace of dragon kind, and for pirating. Xaryxispace, the cradle for the astral elves. Even the ever-untouched system of Exandria is on the very edge of a full-blown war. Doomspace is as doomed as ever... The only clue to some of this archaic chaos lies on Earth. A Planet far beyond the Re'alms Galaxy that seems to be close to being swallowed up by the mysterious darkness beyond known space... Earth. A system that many scholars and scientists theorize as a prophecy. That once earth is swallowed up by an encroaching darkness. It will make its way to our galaxy to destroy it... Will this group of adventurers save the Universe?! Or will it be consumed like all the rest...
And here are some small notes to keep in mind for what happened to our party already. Only so if you're already antsy to join and want to make a character.

• The Earth was fucking EXPLODED by the Illithid Empire. When the party tried to flee they got captured by one of the Mother ships. Thankfully they are saved by Adda Crawford and a wizard who was later found dead. The same planet they crash landed on and later escaped.
• Once leaving the planet. the party is confronted by Xaryxis Empire Police(Astral Elf Empire). They are brought to the Imperial Citadel before the Empress. Upon recognizing the party, and hearing their story. She realizes drastic measures must be taken. She then explains that a scientist by the name of Professor Ishmael Bulter has been researching how the Illithid Empire and their patron had been repelled 800 years previously. And the shrines he had been researching have something to do with it.
• Once they do show up in Doomed Space. The Professor reveals that shrines all across the galaxy do indeed have something to do with how the galaxy survived 800 years ago. To solve the puzzle to activate the shrine, that party is sent to a church nearby where the local villagers were acting sus. Guards keep them from going inside the church. Saying they'll need a special key for a guitarist named Don Von Mcron. Once they obtained the key and defeated the cultists. The party had then met face to face with I'quar Vara's avatar. (Mindflyer queen and goddess). Did some shady goddess shit before pulling the avatar back into the Far Realms through a portal.
• One shrine down, four more to go. The party heads for L'ong Nagaa. The Ancestral home for dragon kind and Space Piracy. The players find out about a race and join it. Solar Dragon attacks them. (ooooo~) After the race, winning the prize money. The player's are summoned by the Pirate Queen, Docar the Impish. She explains that the dragon's weren't support to be attacking mortal ships like that. And the missing 'Grand Caretaker' was supposed to keep the balance between the Lunar and Solar dragon queens that live in the solar system. The players are then ordered to find where this Grand Caretaker last was, with the Lunar Dragon Queen, Grand Madam Chandarma. They discover the Caretaker fucking DIED and a batch of eggs that were to hatch soon, destroyed. Grand Madam Chandarma explains that her prize egg was stolen. And she suspects the Solar Queen to have something to do with it. So in order to reach the sun where the nest in located, they must obtain upgrades for they're ship and for space suits. However on the way to Fort Greyskull (Where the shops that sell the items)... They come across some new companion. And the great battle between man and mule takes place... (ask me about it, kinda funny)
• After getting the tech they need, they went to turn in the body of the Grand Caretaker to the temple of other monks. One of the spiritual leaders insists that the party visits the sun of the system to stop the Mindflyer General. They settle a payment and they head over. Once they're over at the sun they discover that the nest is in fact. Inside the sun itself. Once they make through the hot webbed plasma labyrinth, the ancient solar brood mother is facing off aginst the Mindflyer General and her forces. A villainous monolauge and a boss battle later. They defeat the Mindflyer General by destroying the mother brain on her ship.
• With two shrines down, they touch base with the Xerxian Empress to touch base, and to also turn in the Mindflyer General's skeleton. (Turns out she used to be her daughter before she was a mindflyer). And with a creepy encounter and some foreshadowing. The players have now arrived in the United Empire of Bestellia. Where the party is about to be arrested and put to trial...

Anyway, the sign-up process is the same as usual. Fill out an application with the google forms link below, then I reach out on discord for an interview call to see if you're a good fit for the party. I'm looking for just one person this time around. But if you don't get accepted the first time around, I will add a list of cool folks I'll reach out to first if anyone else drops the group.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wsQ024HPJOuxICH_MJf0LG6IVz2u1WRNWkpYuPChVlQ/edit#response=ACYDBNjcmhPjYrBW-1qbK2RWtU2Lup99jjx581PHvyhKFr3y_4I2IEobnqtoZqfVEigXtb0
And I'll message anyone who applied from Graysondagent#4911 or from graysondagent (I still don't get if I still need to use the numbers or not so bear with me.) So DON'T reach out to me first unless you have applied. I will not awnser your request if you do

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• Tips, Advice, and Recommendations for New and Beginner Players
• How Tear Works
• Adept Weapons and Outfits: Shard Costs and Material Requirements by Item
• Checklist of All Bluegleam Locations
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Hi, if you are someone, who would like to have some fun and interested in playing cricket, please do join us, we are around 10 players (mostly beginners) who play cricket on every Saturday evening(Preferably after 9 PM) by booking turf around Navalur and Shollinganallur.
Please feel free to ping me, if you are willing to join us!

Hi, if you are someone, who would like to have some fun and interested in playing cricket, please do join us, we are around 10 players (mostly beginners) who play cricket on every Saturday evening(Preferably after 9 PM) by booking turf around Navalur and Shollinganallur.
Please feel free to ping me, if you are willing to join us!

Fellas, in only lvl 180 and i only have the rocket fruit, should i stick with it until i get the electric fighting style? And do u guys have anymore beginner tips? (also, if possible can i have a good fruit for free hehe)

What's the best web hosting for wordpress website?
When I searched it on Google, I found out ads from different hosting providers. However, When I searched on Reddit, I got to know about some best web hosting providers.
Here's my analysis of best web hosting services available!

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• Flexibility: Offering a choice of multiple cloud providers and data centers, Cloudways allows you to tailor your hosting setup to your specific needs. They support various applications, including WordPress, Magento, and custom PHP applications.
• Security: Cloudways provides strong security features, including automated backups, dedicated firewalls, and two-factor authentication. Regular security patches and free SSL certificates further enhance site security.
• User-Friendly Platform: The Cloudways platform is designed for ease of use, with an intuitive control panel that simplifies deployment, management, and scaling of applications.
• 24/7 Expert Support: Cloudways offers 24/7 customer support through live chat, phone, and ticketing system. Their support team is known for their expertise and quick assistance.
• Staging Environment: Cloudways includes a staging environment feature, allowing you to test changes and updates in a separate environment before going live. This reduces the risk of errors affecting your live site.
• Application Monitoring: Integrated monitoring tools like New Relic help you track performance metrics and identify issues, ensuring optimal site performance.
• Pay-As-You-Go Pricing: Cloudways offers flexible, pay-as-you-go pricing, so you only pay for the resources you use. This makes it a cost-effective solution for businesses of all sizes.

Best For:

• Growing Businesses and E-Commerce: Cloudways’ scalable solutions are perfect for businesses expecting high traffic volumes or seasonal spikes. The reliability and performance of their cloud infrastructure ensure your site can handle increased traffic without compromising speed or uptime.
• Developers and Agencies: Cloudways provides advanced features and flexible options suitable for developers and digital agencies. The ability to choose your cloud provider and the tools for application deployment and management make it a powerful choice for custom projects and client work.

2. TMDHosting (Shared/Reseller Web Hosting)

Why TMDHosting? TMDHosting offers a variety of hosting services with a strong emphasis on performance, security, and customer satisfaction. Their shared and reseller hosting plans are particularly noteworthy for their flexibility and comprehensive features.

• Performance: TMDHosting uses SSD storage and advanced caching to ensure fast load times. Their multiple data centers around the world provide reliable performance and low latency for global users.
• Customer Support: Known for their outstanding customer service, TMDHosting offers 24/7 support via live chat, phone, and email. Their support team is praised for their quick responses and effective solutions.
• Security: TMDHosting includes robust security features like daily backups, firewalls, and DDoS protection, helping to keep your site secure and operational.
• Reseller Hosting: TMDHosting’s reseller plans are perfect for those looking to start their own web hosting business. With features like WHM (Web Host Manager) and customizable packages, resellers can manage multiple client accounts efficiently.

Best For:

• Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses: TMDHosting’s shared hosting is ideal for small businesses that need reliable hosting with excellent support. The easy-to-use control panel and comprehensive features make it a great choice for business websites.
• Web Hosting Resellers: If you want to start your own hosting business, TMDHosting’s reseller plans provide the tools and flexibility needed to manage multiple clients effectively.

3. Namecheap (Shared Hosting/Dedicated Hosting)

Why Namecheap? Namecheap is well-known for its affordable hosting solutions, making it a popular choice for small businesses and individuals. They offer a wide range of hosting options, including shared and dedicated hosting, with a strong emphasis on value and customer support.

• Affordability: Namecheap provides some of the most cost-effective hosting plans in the industry, making it accessible for individuals and small businesses on a budget.
• Performance: Despite their low prices, Namecheap ensures good performance with fast SSD storage and reliable uptime, ensuring your site remains accessible and responsive.
• Customer Support: Namecheap offers 24/7 customer support through live chat and ticketing. Their support team is known for being helpful and responsive, ensuring any issues are quickly resolved.
• Security: Namecheap includes essential security features such as free SSL certificates, domain privacy, and DDoS protection. They also provide regular backups to safeguard your data.
• Ease of Use: The intuitive cPanel interface makes managing your website simple, even for beginners. Their hosting plans come with a free website builder and one-click installations for popular applications like WordPress.
• Domain Services: In addition to hosting, Namecheap is one of the largest domain registrars, offering competitive prices on domain registration and management.

Best For:

• Small Businesses and Personal Websites: Namecheap’s shared hosting plans are perfect for individuals and small businesses looking for an affordable, reliable hosting solution. The easy setup and user-friendly features make it a great choice for those new to web hosting.
• High-Performance Needs: For websites that require more power and control, Namecheap’s dedicated hosting plans offer robust resources and dedicated support, suitable for high-traffic websites and resource-intensive applications.

What Type of Hosting Do You Need for Different Types of Businesses?

Small Businesses and Personal Websites:

• Shared Hosting is cost-effective and provides sufficient resources for websites with low to moderate traffic. Namecheap’s shared hosting is a great option, offering reliable performance, excellent support, and user-friendly features.

Medium-Sized Businesses and Resellers:

• Reseller Hosting is ideal for those managing multiple sites or looking to offer hosting services to clients. TMDHosting’s reseller plans come with powerful management tools and customizable packages, allowing you to create hosting plans tailored to your clients’ needs.

High-Traffic Websites and E-Commerce Stores:

• Cloud Hosting is essential for businesses that experience high traffic volumes or require robust performance and scalability. Cloudways offers managed cloud hosting with exceptional scalability, ensuring your website remains fast and reliable even during traffic spikes. Their partnerships with top cloud providers ensure that you can choose the best infrastructure for your specific needs.

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