Interior angle sum of polygons algebra worksheets

please can we have a chat about IGCSE edexcel maths 😭

2024.05.16 12:37 SnowCat56 please can we have a chat about IGCSE edexcel maths 😭

There’s no megathread for this but what was that?? Sorry but why did they combine arithmetic sequences and sum of interior angles into one horrendous 6-marker, how was I even supposed to start 😭
Don’t get me started on that cone with a hemisphere removed question either 💀

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Lockdown: 8/10
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2024.05.09 21:33 ObviousHead5714 Moving info from one sheet to another

so im trying to write some vba that move information from one sheet to another. But im having some problems. Sub CreateSheets()
Dim ws As Worksheet
Dim wsSource As Worksheet
Dim wsDestinationDetail As Worksheet
Dim wsDestinationMgm As Worksheet
Dim wsDestinationSum As Worksheet
Dim sourceRange As Range
Dim numCell As Range
Dim cell As Range
Dim tCell As Range
' Check if "Details" worksheet exists
On Error Resume Next
Set ws = ThisWorkbook.Sheets("Details")
On Error GoTo 0
' If "Details" worksheet doesn't exist, create it
If ws Is Nothing Then
Set ws = ThisWorkbook.Sheets.Add(After:=ThisWorkbook.Sheets(ThisWorkbook.Sheets.Count))
ws.Name = "Details"
End If
' Check if "MGMT Summary" worksheet exists
On Error Resume Next
Set ws = ThisWorkbook.Sheets("MGMT Summary")
On Error GoTo 0
' If "MGMT Summary" worksheet doesn't exist, create it
If ws Is Nothing Then
Set ws = ThisWorkbook.Sheets.Add(After:=ThisWorkbook.Sheets(ThisWorkbook.Sheets.Count))
ws.Name = "MGMT Summary"
End If
' Check if "Summary" worksheet exists
On Error Resume Next
Set ws = ThisWorkbook.Sheets("Summary")
On Error GoTo 0
' If "Summary" worksheet doesn't exist, create it
If ws Is Nothing Then
Set ws = ThisWorkbook.Sheets.Add(After:=ThisWorkbook.Sheets(ThisWorkbook.Sheets.Count))
ws.Name = "Summary"
End If
' Specify Worksheet
Set wsDestinationDetail = ws
' Add headers to the first row
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 1).Value = "Cust #"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 2).Value = "Customer Name"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 3).Value = "T"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 4).Value = "Invoice"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 5).Value = "PO"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 6).Value = "CK #"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 7).Value = "Applied"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 8).Value = "INV Date"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 9).Value = "Due Date"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 10).Value = "Original"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 11).Value = "Balance"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 12).Value = "Current"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 13).Value = "<30 Days"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 14).Value = "30-60 Days"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 15).Value = "60-90 Days"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 16).Value = ">90 Days"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 17).Value = "Site"
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(1, 18).Value = "Comments"
' Make the headers bold
wsDestinationDetail.Range("A1:R1").Font.Bold = True
' Change the background color of a range of cells to gray
wsDestinationDetail.Range("A1:R1").Interior.Color = RGB(192, 192, 192)
' Find the range of headers
Set headersRange = wsDestinationDetail.Range("A1").CurrentRegion.Rows(1)
' Add filters to the headers range
headersRange.AutoFilter
' Set the source worksheet
Set wsSource = ThisWorkbook.Sheets("BPAging")
' Define the range to search in column A of the source sheet
lastRow = wsSource.Cells(wsSource.Rows.Count, "A").End(xlUp).Row
Set sourceRange = wsSource.Range("A1:A" & lastRow)
' Loop through each cell in the range
For Each numCell In sourceRange
' Check if the cell value is numeric text
If IsNumeric(numCell.Value) Then
' Convert the numeric text to a number using the Val() function
numCell.Value = Val(numCell.Value)
End If
Next numCell
' Define the desired length of the numerical value
valueLength = 6 ' Change this to your desired length
' Loop through each cell in column A of the source sheet
For Each cell In sourceRange
' Check if the cell contains a numeric value
If IsNumeric(cell.Value) Then
' Check if the length of the cell value matches the specified length
If Len(cell.Value) = valueLength Then
' Capture the corresponding name from column B
Set nameCell = cell.Offset(0, 1)
' Move the value and name to the destination sheet
Dim lastRowDest As Long
lastRowDest = wsDestinationDetail.Cells(wsDestinationDetail.Rows.Count, "A").End(xlUp).Row + 1
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(lastRowDest, "A").Value = cell.Value ' Account Number
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(lastRowDest, "B").Value = nameCell.Value ' Customer Name
' Check the cells below the current cell for "C", "I", or "P"
Dim rowBelow As Integer
rowBelow = cell.Row + 1
Do While Not IsEmpty(wsSource.Cells(rowBelow, cell.Column))
Dim letter As String
letter = wsSource.Cells(rowBelow, cell.Column).Value
' Check if the letter is "C", "I", or "P"
If letter = "C" Or letter = "I" Or letter = "P" Then
' Move the letter to the destination sheet
wsDestinationDetail.Cells(lastRowDest, "C").Value = letter ' Type (C, I, or P)
' Move to the next row in the destination sheet
lastRowDest = lastRowDest + 1
End If
rowBelow = rowBelow + 1
Loop
End If
End If
Next cell
' Autofit columns to adjust width
wsDestinationDetail.Columns.AutoFit
End Sub the problems lie in my loop to get the letters and account numbers/names. I need the account numbers and names to come over each time there is a C, I, or P under the number. Currently my code only brings the Numbers and Names over once and then all of the C, I and P's. Does any one have any ideas on how to fix this?

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2024.05.09 10:41 tab_rick Top Bathtub Shapes: Your Ultimate Guide

Looking for a new bathtub? The bathtub’s shape is something you really need to think about. Today’s tubs come in all sorts of cool shapes to fit any bathroom look or personal taste. Here’s our guide to the most popular bath shapes you can buy.

Why Choosing the Right Bathtub Shape Matters

The bathroom is not just where you brush your teeth; it’s where you kick start your day and chill out. And the bathtub is the main event. The shape of that tub matters, big time. It’s not just about looking fancy (though who doesn’t want that?). Getting the right shape – from cool jacuzzis to chill whirlpools, or even just a standard tub – changes the game in terms of coziness, using space wisely, and the whole vibe of the place. Some might love a no-nonsense rectangular tub, while others go for a more ritzy oval or round option. What’s the secret? Pick a tub shape that vibes with your style and fits like a dream in your space.

Rectangular Bathtubs

Rectangular bathtubs are the most common shape for bathtubs. They are designed to fit comfortably in many bathrooms, big or small. Most rectangular bathtubs are made to hold one person, but some big ones can hold more. They come in many sizes, but a usual size might be about 60 inches long and 30 inches wide.

What are the Pros and Cons
Pros:

No space is wasted when it fits snugly against walls.
A cost-effective choice for bathtub design.
Available in different sizes and styles.

Cons:

Lack a luxurious feel while they are functional and classic.
It might be hard to clean corners.

Oval Bathtubs

Oval bathtubs are nearly designed as an egg. Many are around 65 inches long and 35 inches wide. Compared with rectangular bathtubs, they are rounder and softer, giving a more luxurious and relaxed feel to the bathroom. Most oval bathtubs are big enough for one person, but some can fit more.

What are the Pros and Cons
Pros:

They have this smooth and curvy design that just oozes elegance.
A breeze to clean, thanks to their design.
Dive in deeper for a super chilled experience for bathers.

Cons:

Carry a heftier price tag with the luxurious tub appeal.
Not the roomiest for a bath.

Corner Bathtubs

Corner tubs, with three or five sides, are made for saving space. Homeowners often put them in the corner of the bathroom. The size is different, but many are about 4 to 5 feet.

What are the Pros and Cons
Pros:

Ideal for small bathrooms with increasing available space.
They’ve got this modern, unique flair.
You get some extra flooring space to dance around.

Cons:

Installing them? A bit tricky, especially the plumbing bit.
Getting in and out can feel like a mini obstacle course.

Round Bathtubs

Round bathtubs are the new kids on the block, making your bathroom feel like a swanky spa. While their size varies, they’re generally more spacious than the old-school ones.

What are the Pros and Cons
Pros:

Often associated with high-end spas and luxury resorts.
Consistent depth and width for a perfect soak.
They’re total eye-catchers.

Cons:

They hog a lot of space, so maybe not for tiny bathrooms.
Luxe vibes often mean a fatter wallet needed.

Square Bathtubs

Think of a tub that’s a perfect square, each side identical, and as deep as the round ones. Some even have a circular interior for that snuggly feel, but with the practicality of a square exterior.

What are the Pros and Cons
Pros:

Fits like a charm in freestanding spots or alcoves, giving you design options.
Come with small footprint.
Offer good depth, allowing for a comfortable soaking experience.

Cons:

Might be hard to go in and out of the square bathtub.
Be careful of geometric design with more angles, which might require caution, especially in households with children.

Specialty Bathtub Shapes

So, we’re all familiar with your standard bathtub looks, right? But there’s more to the story. Dive a bit deeper and you’ll find some special types of bathtubs with different shapes, such as freestanding tub made to meet certain needs or just to give your bathroom that wow factor.

Walk-In Bathtubs
Walk-in tubs are game-changers for safety and comfort. Think about our elderly loved ones or anyone who struggles with movement. These tubs are tall, around 40-44 inches, and pretty long at about 50-60 inches. That’s a lot of space to chill and unwind. But the best part? They’re super safe. With a width of 26-32 inches, they’re roomy but not tricky to enter or exit. Some even come with hydrotherapy functions. It’s like transforming an everyday bath into a spa retreat real treat for sore muscles.

Built-in vs. Freestanding Bathtubs

Feature	Built-in Bathtubs	Freestanding Bathtubs
Placement	Adjacent to walls	Anywhere in the bathroom
Size Range	Commonly 30-34 inches wide, 50-60 inches long	Varies, but often wider and more spacious
Installation	Requires professional setup, often with a shower unit	Easier, no wall integration needed
Target Audience	Homeowners looking for a practical solution	Those seeking a luxurious, design-centric look
Aesthetic	Merged with the bathroom’s design	Acts as a centerpiece in the bathroom
Cost	Generally less expensive	Typically pricier due to design and material

Material Considerations for Different Bathtub Shapes

What’s the material of your tub? Picking a bathtub isn’t just about how it looks. Think about its weight, lifespan, its ability to retain heat, and the overall mood it sets for your bath moments.

Solid Surface Bathtubs
If you’re after a durable bathtub, look no further than solid surface tubs. Imagine combining a blend of acrylic resin with natural stone dust. What do you get? A masterpiece that effortlessly endures everyday wear and tear, all while maintaining its pristine appearance. It’s not just built to last; it’s crafted to dazzle.
But it doesn’t stop at resilience. One of the standout features of Solid Surface tubs is their adaptability in design. Ever had a bathtub shape or style in your mind that you couldn’t find anywhere? That’s where Solid Surface comes into play. Its malleability allows it to morph into just about any design your heart desires. Crave the classic allure of the oval and rectangle shapes? You got it. Fancy something more abstract and artsy? Solid Surface is up for the challenge.
Plus, beyond the aesthetics, these tubs are a dream to maintain. They don’t stain easily and their non-porous nature means less chance for bacteria to hang out. Add to that the warmth and comfort they offer during baths, and you’ve got yourself not just a tub, but an experience.
To sum it up, with solid surface bathtubs, you’re not just investing in a functional piece for your bathroom. You’re elevating the entire bathing experience, marrying design, durability, and absolute luxury.

Fiberglass Bathtubs
Now, let’s chat about fiberglass, a popular choice as well. These tubs are sculpted from, you guessed it, fiberglass, then polished off with a gelcoat finish. What’s to love? They’re light, won’t break the bank, and are super easy to install. But heads up, they might not age gracefully; they can get scratched up and lose their luster with time.

Cast Iron Bathtubs
And then there’s the timeless cast iron. Crafted from molten iron, these bad boys are rock solid and are champs at keeping that bathwater cozy. Just two things to bear in mind: they weigh a ton and might be on the spendy side.

Porcelain Bathtubs
Last up, porcelain. It’s basically steel or iron wearing a glossy porcelain jacket. These tubs are all about that shine and durability. But keep an eye out – if you chip that glossy top layer, you might be dealing with rust. Design-wise, they’re kind of traditionalists, mostly sticking to the oval or rectangle.

Routine Care Guidelines for a Good Bathtub

Keep It Clean: Get this: cleaning your tub often is the move. It’s not just about it shining— it’s about giving it a longer life and dodging those nasty marks and damages.
Then A Quick Advice: Steer clear of those tough scrubbers or gritty cleaners. They can wreck surfaces, especially the delicate ones like porcelain or enamel, causing some real scratchy issues. A plush cloth or soft sponge? Way better.
Choosing the Cleansers: Here’s the scoop on cleansers. Be smart about it. Word on the street is that natural buddies like baking soda and vinegar are ace for many tub types without any bad vibes. But, real talk, always peep at the manufacturer’s label or do a lil’ test run first.
Check for Damage: To wrap things up, keep a sharp eye on things like chips or cracks. Being ahead of the curve and spotting these early totally wins, especially with those enamel or porcelain tubs that tend to chip on the sly.

By vibing with these four steps, your tub’s gonna look and work like a champ, no matter its vibe or what it’s rocking in materials.

KKR: Your Best Choice for Bathtub Shape Design

When you dream of the perfect bathtub, KKR tops the list. Here’s the lowdown:

Exceptional Technical Support: KKR’s got your back, no kidding. Need a hand with bathroom vibes? From getting that tub in place to making it shine, even months after the buy – KKR doesn’t ghost. Their tutorial videos are solid, covering the basics to the nitty-gritty cleaning tricks. And if you hit a snag? Their pros are just a ring away, keeping things smooth for you.
A Wealth of Choices: KKR knows everyone’s got their own flavor. They’re stacked with bathtub styles for days. Whether you’re vibing with sleek modern looks or some funky patterns, KKR’s game is strong. There’s a tub for every mood.
Premium Quality: Wondering what’s the buzz about KKR tubs? It’s their no-compromise attitude. Each tub is whipped up with care and attention to detail. The result? Bathtubs built to last. And here’s the kicker: KKR tubs are like a fortress against germs. Always clean, always safe. Zero nasty stuff. And check this out: compared to the rest, KKR tubs crushed it with a 95% better germ-fighting score. Now that’s some solid peace of mind.

Conclusion

Picking a tub is a big deal. It’s got to jive with your bathroom’s groove, feel cozy, and just fit. Be it the evergreen rectangle, the suave oval, or something edgier, there’s a tub out there with your name on it. Stick with a champ brand like KKR. That’s your ticket to keeping your soak zone on point for a long time.

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2024.05.08 17:34 mathchops Top 75 Math Types (based on last ten 10 tests through Z13/G19)

For each pair, which math type was more common on the last 10 tests?

Geometric sequence or permutation?
System of equations or absolute value?
Shaded area or fractional exponents?
Median or LCM?

I put together a list of the top 75 ACT questions, based on the research we do to maintain the Mathchops question base. This list is based on the last 10 tests and includes the most recent G19/Z13 TIR. Read on for the answers to the questions above.
Guaranteed To Show Up These have to be rock solid because A) they’ll definitely show up and B) they’ll often be combined with other skills.

Fractions and Decimals – All four operations. Mixed numbers.
Exponents – All operations. Fractional and negative exponents are very common too (see below).
Probability – Know the basic part:whole versions. There is usually a harder one also (like one with two events).
Negatives – Be comfortable with all operations.
Average – Also called the arithmetic mean. There is always a basic version and usually an advanced one, like the average sum trick (see below).
Linear Equations/Slope – Find the slope when given two points. Be able to isolate y (to create y = mx + b). All the standard stuff from 8th grade Algebra.
Quadratic skills – Factor. FOIL. Set parenthesis equal to zero. Graph parabolas.
Ratio – Part:part, part:whole.
Area/Perimeter of basic shapes – Triangles, rectangles, circles.
Percents – Know all basic variations. More advanced ones are common also.
Absolute Value – Sometimes basic arithmetic, sometimes an algebraic equation or inequality.
Picking Numbers – You never have to use this but it will be a useful option on every test.
Plug in answers – Like picking numbers, it’s not required but it’s often helpful.
Solving Equations – Be very comfortable with ax + b = cx + d. Distribute. Combine like terms. You also need to be able to create these equations based on word problems.
Radicals – Basic operations. Translate to fractional exponents.

Extremely Likely (> 80% chance)

FOIL – This has to be automatic.
SOHCAHTOA – Every variation of right triangle trig, including word problems.
Probability, two events – If there's a .4 probability of rain and a .6 probability of tacos, what is the probability of rain and tacos?
Average sum trick – 5 tests, average is 80. After the 6th test, the average is 82. What was the 6th test score?
MPH – The concept of speed in miles per hour is very common (sometimes combined with other conversion).
System of Equations – Elimination. Substitution. Word problems.
Composite function – As in g(f(x)).
Order of operations – Sometimes directly tested, other times part of a harder question.
Pythagorean Theorem – Sometimes asked directly, other times required as part of something else (like SOHCAHTOA or finding the distance between two points).
Time – Hours to minutes, minutes to seconds, time elapsed.
Angle chasing – 180 in a line. 180 in a triangle. Corresponding angles. Vertical angles.
LCM – Straight up. In word problems. In algebraic fractions.
Imaginary numbers – Powers of i. What is i^2? The complex plane.
Negative exponents – Know what they do and how to combine them with other exponents.

Very Likely (> 50% chance)

Factoring – Mostly the basics. Almost never involves a leading coefficient.
Fractional Exponents – Rewrite radicals as fractional exponents and vice versa.
Logarithms – Rewrite in exponential form. Basic operations.
Mixed Numbers – all four operations. Often combined with word problems.
Remainders – Can be simple or pattern based, as in “If 1/7 is written as a repeating decimal, what is the 400th digit to the right of the decimal point?”
Matrices – Adding, subtracting, multiplying. Knowing when products are possible.
Venn – There are 30 kids. 18 are in Algebra. 20 are in French. How many are in both?
Median – Middle when organized from low to high. Even number of numbers. What happens when you make the highest number higher or the lowest number lower?
Algebra LCD – Find the lowest common denominator, then combine the numerators.
Geometric sequence – You usually just need to find a subsequent term (not the formula).
Change the base – If 9^x = 27^5, what is x?
Given points, find equation – You’re given two ordered pairs and must find the linear equation.

Worth Knowing (> 25% chance)

Apply formula – they give you a formula (sometimes in the context of a word problem) and you have to plug stuff in.
Domain – Usually you can think of it as “possible x values”.
Given sine, find cosine – They give you one trig ratio and ask you to find another. As in, “If the sine of x is 4/5, what is the cosine?”
Law of Cosines – They almost always give you the formula. Then you just have to plug things in.
Midpoint – Given two ordered pairs, find the midpoint. Sometimes they’ll give you the midpoint and ask for one of the pairs.
Scientific notation – Go back and forth between standard and scientific notation. All four operations.
Shaded area – The classic one has a square with a circle inside.
Similar triangles – Relate the sides with a proportion.
Weird shape area – It’s an unusual shape but you can use rectangles and triangles to find the area.
Conjugates – Rationalize denominators that include radicals or imaginary numbers. Know that imaginary roots come in pairs.
Difference of two squares – (x + y)(x - y) = x^2 - y^2
Graph translations – Horizontal shifts, vertical shifts. Stretches. You should recognize y = 2(x+1)^2 - 5 right away and know exactly what to do.
Multistep conversion – For example, they might give you a mph and a cost/gallon and then ask for the total cost.
Parallelogram – Know that adjacent angles add to 180. Area formula.
Prime numbers – Usually combined with something else, like basic probability.
Probability with “not” – 3 reds, 5 blue, 6 green. Probability of picking one that’s not red?
Undefined – You can’t have 0 in the denominator.
Special right triangles – 30:60:90, 45:45:90.
Amplitude – If y = 5 sin(x) + 2, what is the amplitude?
Arithmetic sequence – Usually asks you to find a specific term, sometimes asks you to find the formula.
Expected value – There is a 0.3 chance of winning $100 in Game A and 0.2 chance of winning $200 in Game B, which is unrelated to Game A. If you place bets on both games, what is the expected value of your bets?
Volume of a prism – Know that the volume = area of something x height. Sometimes the base will be a weird shape.
Circle equations – (x-h)^2 + (y-k)^2 = r^2. Sometimes you have to complete the square.
Compare numbers – Be able to order square roots, decimals, and fractions.
Find inverse function – Switch y and x, then isolate y.
Permutation – You have 5 plants and 3 spots. How many ways can you arrange them?
Line of best fit – They’ll sometimes ask you to find the predicted value, or the difference between the predicted and actual values.
Linear inequality – Be comfortable solving algebraic inequalities. Graphs appear sometimes also.
Triangle opposite side rule – There is a relationship between an angle and the side across from that angle.
Inverse trig – Use right triangle ratios to find angles.
Toy Soldier (volume) – What happens to the height of the water when you drop an object in the bucket?
Use the radius – A circle will be combined with another shape and you have to use the radius to find the essential info about that other shape.
Periodic function graph – The basics of sine and cosine graphs (shifts, amplitude, period).
Value/frequency table – Find the median and mean in this format.

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2024.05.05 18:38 whiskeyandprozac Guy dressed like Paul Revere taking pictures in car window (Asbury Park)

Was in Asbury yesterday (05/04) for the Jersey Devil street fair and Sum 41 show and desperately need to know if anyone else saw this. Partner and I stopped for lunch at Mogo between 2-3p and sat facing across the street to the paranormal book store. There was a guy, maybe working there, that can only be described as a sad attempt at a town crier or Paul Revere type wandering around outside. Party City powdered wig, hat, big ol bell - you get the picture. I figured it was part of the event until he started "sneakily" (in quotes because he wasn't very good at it) taking pictures of and in someone's Jaguar.
He started by hovering around the vehicle in question, looking up and down the street to see if anyone was around, and then pulling out his phone to take pictures before acting nonchalant and wandering away. This repeated over the course of 10-15 minutes and ended with him placing his phone on the driver side window and getting interior shots. I'm talking 7-8 pictures at different angles, heavy focus on the licence place and in through the windows. Someone eventually got in the car and drove it away (without any idea of what was taking place five minutes prior), so I don't believe it belonged to knockoff george washington.
Maybe I'm the creep for keeping an eye on this dude for 20 minutes. All I know is that within a half hour he totally disappeared from the street, the store, and the event with his camera roll filled. I really thought I was hallucinating it was so strange.
Anyway, AP residents be on the lookout for nonsense in a powdered wig.

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2024.05.05 14:43 ProfessorNo4127 Questions about short definitions and 6 sided polygons

Can a 6 sided polygon NOT have exactly 6 interior angles?
I'm creating definitions of shapes for myself to memorize, but the source I'm learning math from gives some pretty long definitions.
For example, it said that a hexagon is a straight sided polygon with 6 sides and 6 interior angles. But a polygon is already straight sided, so they just made the definition longer without needing to.
So I'd also like to know if anyone knows of a website with the shortest possible definitions for people learning math. Or if you know how I could find a website like that. Thank you!

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2024.05.04 08:26 Altruistic_Emu4917 Day 2 of shitposting (my account survived luckily)

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2024.05.03 19:24 GEO_USTASI [Plane Geometry] How can it be solved without a calculator?(trigonometry is also ok as long as you can explain all the steps without a calculator)

just using the sum of interior angles doesn't work. it could be solved with trigonometry if angle BAD and angle CAD were integers, but these angles are not integers

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2024.05.01 18:02 actually_a_demon [Videogames] Life Is Strange Should Not Be A "Gay Game": How Square Enix and Deck Nine Alienated An Entire Fanbase

DISCLAIMER: this post will be heavy. We are dealing with themes of racism, neo-nazi imagery, sexism, homophobia, transphobia and things of that sort. It would be not explained in details, but i will link articles talking about it in lenght. Please be careful while browsing!
Hello again people of Hobbydrama. This time my introduction will be brief since the post will probably be very long, just wanted to say: thank you for sticking with me. Remember to read the disclaimer and also be aware that this post might contain spoilers, particularly for Life Is Strange 1 and 3!
What the hell is Life Is Strange?
“Ready for the mosh pit, shaka brah”
Life Is Strange is a series of adventure games published by Square Enix’s External Studios. Created by Dontnod Entertainment, the series debuted with its first installment which was released in five episodes throughout 2015 on PS3, PS4, XBOX 360, PC, iOS and Android. It also recived a remastered version for the Nintendo Switch in 2021. Which was…not very good tbh, but we don’t talk about that. The story of the first game revolves around Max Caulfield, a girl who discovers that she has the ability to rewind time at any moment, causing each of her choices to make events unfold differently. After predicting the arrival of a giant storm, Max will have to use her powers to try to save her city, Arcadia Bay. She starts this by saving her former best friend (and future love interest) Chloe Price by dying in a bathroom stall. Since that, the plot will also focus on the search of Rachel Amber, a girl who misteriously disappeared without leaving trace. The player’s actions will affect the game’s story, which can be rewritten once they are able to rewind time. The introduction of the possibility of rewinding time allows to go back and do any action differently from the one first done in certain narrative checkpoints. This structure also offers a polarity system: choices made modify and influence the story through short- or long-term consequences. I mean, technically is not really like that because the game has only two possible endings and the choices you make can’t change it, but they affect the way other characters see you and interact with you. Dialogue scenes can also be rewound by choosing a different response option. Once an event is restored the previously provided data can also be used in the future: for example objects found in the future will be preserved after rewinding time. This, as you can imagine, offers a lot of possibilities for puzzle mechanics and things of that sort.
The game was a massive success, winning a shiton of awards in the following years and gaining an immense fanbase. This was due to its emotionally raw plot dealing with themes such as depression and suicide, bullying, fear of abandonment, LGBTQ+ representation, growing up and of course time shenaningans that subjects the main character to an unbelivable amount of trauma! Yay! Jokes aside, the game was so succesfull that it spawned an entire franchise: a prequel with Chloe Price as a protagonist came out in 2017 and a comic spin-off) was published in 2018.
Also: Life Is Strange 2 and Life Is Strange 3 were made, but they are different stories with totally different characters not related with Max and Chloe in any means, besides some minor easter eggs. For the context of this post, is important to know that when Lis became a franchise, they started to explore different stories with different characters: the only one thing in common is that in this world some people have some kinds of superpowers for…reasons that are never really fully explained. Max had time-rewind, it’s heavily implied in the prequel that Rachel Amber had some kind of fire powers or, in alternative, powers very similar to Max’s based on what some characters says about her, Sean’s brother has telekinesis and Alex has an “emotional aura” reading ability
There are also rumors going on about an Amazon Prime series adapting the story of the first game, but nothing has came out of it at the time of writing this.
With that being said, let’s move on.
The weird dynamics between Dontnod and Square Enix
Now, before we focus on the gist of the drama, it’s important to clarify one thing: Dontnod no longer holds any ownership of the Life Is Strange franchise and doesn’t work on the series anymore, only SquareEnix and Deck Nine are in charge now. To explain why this happened we need to go on a tangent here.
Development of the first Life Is Strange began in April 2013: the idea of developing it in episodes was due to creative, marketing and, above all, financial reasons. Mind you, at the time Dontnod was a little french indie game developing company. Their debut title was Remember Me), which at first they wanted it to be a PlayStation 3-exclusive role-playing game, but was dropped by publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment in 2011 on account of cuts in funding. It was presented at Gamescom the same year to attract another publishing deal. The following year, Capcom Europe acquired the rights and reimagined it as an action-adventure game.
In 2013, Dontnod was the most subsidised studio with 600 000€ aid by the French agency Centre national du cinéma et de l’image animée (CNC), including aid for a new intellectual property project codenamed “What if?” (later retitled to Life is Strange to avoid confusion with the film of the same name.) for something like 200 000 euros. On 28 January 2014, Dontnod filed for rjudicial reorganisation, a form of receivership in France. The proceeding filing was discovered by Factornews and some media outlets like Polygon reported it as Dontnod filing for bankruptcy as a result of the poor sales of Remember Me. However, Dontnod responded to these reports explaining that they were in the process of “judicial reorganisation” to resize the company and denying bankruptcy..
In June 2014, Dontnod announced that they were working with Square Enix Europe on a new game, which was announced as Life Is Strange that year and released in 2015 over the course of five instalments, like i said earlier. The critical and commercial success of Life Is Strange caused Dontnod to be solicited by publishers, whereas they previously had to pursue publishers themselves. Is also important to note that Life Is Strange received attention for the choice to include a female protagonist in the game. Before signing the collaboration with Square Enix, Dontnod had in fact encountered distrust from the curators of the project, who had attempted to insert a male protagonist in Max’s place. Baiscally, Square Enix was the only company that was willing to publish them without questioning the gender of the main character. Remember this, because it will be important later.
Following the release and success of the first Life is Strange, publisher Square Enix chose American developer Deck Nine to develop a prequel game focusing on the life of Chloe Price, while the Dontnod team began developing a direct sequel. Development on the prequel began in 2016 with assistance from Square Enix’ London Studios. Ashly Burch, who voiced Chloe in Life Is Strange, was replaced by Rhianna DeVries due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. However, Burch and Hannah Telle (Max’s VA) both reprised their roles for the bonus episode “Farewell.” The script for the game was over 1,500 pages, written by lead writer Zak Garriss and a writers’ room. Remember this name because it will come up again.
Prior to its official announcement, images had leaked online indicating that a prequel to Life Is Strange was in development. Finally, Square Enix revealed Life Is Strange: Before the Storm on 11 June during Microsoft’s E3 2017 presentation. At that time, Dontnod had declared that prospective follow-ups to Life Is Strange would feature new characters and locations to the original, with the developers feeling that Max and Chloe’s story had run its course over the first two games. Game co-director Raoul Barbet explained that

“It’s a question we asked ourselves at the beginning. Is it Max and Chloe, Arcadia Bay? No, it’s about everyday characters, relatable characters with stories you can involve yourself in, because it reflects your own experiences. With some supernatural stuff on the top.”

Michel Koch added that

“everyone loved Max, Chloe, Rachel. But their story…it’s done. We have nothing more to tell. We don’t want to. Other people will do it, and it’s okay. But for us, we have nothing more to do. Take them and do whatever you want.”

You can read the full interview here
However this would turn out to not be entirely true follwing recent events, but let’s leave this information for later.
Development on Life Is Strange 2 began in early 2016 as the first game shipped its physical edition. Michel Koch and Raoul Barbet returned to direct the sequel, with Christian Divine and Jean-Luc Cano reprising their roles as co-writers.. The game, despite its very heavy advertising campaign, recived a mixed reception from the audience if not downright negative. The main criticism, besides problems with the writing, the characters and the story, was that people…simply didn’t really care about a new cast, to be honest. Particularly when they are not written as good as the character from the first game. They would have much preferred a sequel with Max and Chloe. Keep this also in mind, because it will be important in a bit.
At the same time, Deck Nine began working on True Colors after completing Before the Storm in 2017. You can probably notice that for this new chapter they decided to return to an episodic format (~~Life Is Strange Before The Storm was released all in once, for context~~ I was wrong, it was relased episodically, the difference is that there was a "complete season" version earlier than the first game! It was also the first Lis game to contain a DLC), just like the first game and Lis 2, both made by Dontnod.
Now, it’s also important to specify that Before The Storm was also recived lukewarmly, mainly because the plot felt rushed and a lot of very important lore bits of the first game weren’t even addressed, like how the fuck Rachel ended up in the dark room. You know…it was just the main reasons people were exited to play the prequel in the first place.
For context, in Lis 1 there are many moments where it is hinted that Rachel tried to deceive and manipulate Chloe, all so she could escape Arcadia Bay without her. In short: Rachel is not depicted as a good person in this game. There is even an entire section where Max finds out that Rachel was cheating on Chloe with her drug dealer. People were intrigued by this and wanted to know what Rachel’s deal was: was she a good person? Was she evil? How did she die? Did she also had powers? Did she caused the tornado? Is she the tornado? Did she passed down her powers to Max?
When the prequel was announced everyone went ballistic. Are we finally going to play as her? Well, no. Instead we got a story centered around Chloe (which we already knew well thanks to the first game), no powers, weird gameplay based on literally insulting npcs and very little of Rachel. Additionally she was depicted as a strangely different character, way more nicer than the first game made by the original developers probably intended. Her entire affair with the drug dealer was…simply not mentioned at all despite being a crucial point to the lore? Plus we got this post credits scene that literally explained nothing and in fact raised even more questions that would never be answered. Thanks!
Back to the point: when Life Is Strange 3 came out it was recived equally lukewarmly in some points. (clarification needed: it was COMMERCIALLY recived better than Lis 1 and 2, it won a shiton of awards too. I'm talking mainly about a section of the fanbase. Obviously there were also people who liked it, however the point is another here.) Many people pointed out that it’s so similar to the first game in terms or plot, general vibe and characters that it feels almost like a blatant copy. The protagonist is a socially awkard, introverted nerdy bisexual girl with a loudmouth, reckless, secretly nerdy lesbian punk-girl love interest and the plot concerns a disapperance of a person, that Alex and Steph need to investigate onto. Sounds familiar yet?
Also, people argued that Alex and Max share a very similar name, they make the literal same pose on the cover of their respective games and Steph was redesigned to look very similar to Chloe, hat and all..
For some people, it was pretty evident that after the lukewarm reception of BtS and Lis 2 and the complaints about it being too different from the established formula, Square Enix wanted to win back the love of former fans who liked the ideas of the original game. The problem is that they didn’t quite understood why the Dontond game had that impact on people, and borrowed from it only the most superficial aspects. The point is that people liked the first game because the characters were alive, with motivations, they were original and capable of making you really empathize with them. The plot was engaging and the mechanics were something new never seen in the video game industry (at that time). People liked the way the story was written and the way the game played, not necessarily the presence of Max and Chloe. People just wanted new protagonists that were written at least as good as them, basically.
So basically the way of thinking in some parts of the fandom was on the line of: rather than trying to poorly imitate Max and Chloe in a new game with an “original story” (do not steal) in a desperate attempt to regain the fans’ admiration, making a direct sequel to the first game with those characters would have been a better choice.
The comic spin-off with Max and Chloe wasn’t doing that good either. Well, it was a commercial success but the fanbase didn’t really liked it that much.. For context: it was not published by Dontnod or Square Enix, the people behind it were from Titan Comics. The series is set one year after the events of the original Life is Strange, and is a continuation to one of two of the games possible endings, known as the “Sacrifice Arcadia Bay” ending. It is written by Emma Vieceli, with interior art by Claudia Leonardi and coloring by Andrea Izzo. In fact the team behind it is entirely italian, which i find very cool as an italian myself. However, the problems were the same as said before: weird plot, character assasinations, introducing new powers for Max that make absolutely no sense, (now she is able to have “visions” of a different timeline and mess with the literal course of time without any real explanation or sensible motivation for WHY she is capable to do this all of a sudden) and in general they read a lot like a bad fanfiction.
Also i think it’s important to mention that the comics gave us a timeline in which Rachel is alive and she is in a romantic relationship with Chloe, while Max is their third wheel friend. I find this extremely hilarious so take this pic. It fucking kills me everytime.
So, to sum up all this mess before going on: Dontnod doesn’t own the intellectual property of Life Is Strange anymore. This happened after Lis 2, for reasons not yet disclosed. Square Enix and Deck Nine are now the heads of the entire franchise and they are not the best at managing it. In a desperate attempt to reach Dontnod success following the bad reception of BtS and Lis 2, they basically copied and pasted the entire plot of the first game (or at least borrowed a lot of context from it) for Lis 3, causing a sensible distaste in some parts of the fanbase.
The hidden hate imagery and the abuse scandal
Ok. Now we are quitting being funny and silly. This is the section were it starts to get REALLY dark REALLY suddenly. So please, keep in mind that i’m hovering a gigantic trigger warning over your head. All the links in this section can be extremely triggering for some people. Read the disclaimer, please. Are we good? Good. Now we can talk about the more recent news that literally throwed the fandom in a maniacal frenzy.
An article (GIGANTIC TRIGGER WARNING FOR THIS ONE) was published by IGN the 5th April 2024, in which it’s described a very strange and disturbing episode that happened in the Deck Nine offices.
IMPORTANT INFO SINCE SOME PEOPLE WERE CONFUSED: I report the article as faithfully as possible given that in its entirety it could be considered uncomfortable by some people. Please be aware that I have copy pasted parts. This is not to plagiarize, I'm not saying that the contents of this article or the points of this speech are my own words. Keep in mind that it is only to give everyone a fair perspective, especially for people who may not like the mentions of certain things in the original article. However excuse me, i should have clarified this earlier. Thanks for everyone that spoke on this.
To put it simply since the article is very long, during the development of the fourth Life Is Strange game near the end of 2022, a few developers stumbled upon hate symbols hidden in the textures. They initially noticed a reference to the number 88, but they simply tought it was an unfortunate coincidence. It was just a number, right? Maybe their boss didn’t knew the implications of it. But then they quickly started to find more problematic and inequivocable signs, such as references to a racist meme, the number 18, and the Hagal rune.. It was definetly not a mistake: someone was putting those simbols there on purpose.
The weirdest thing is that weeks went by, then months, and management remained strangely silent about this. The incriminated assets remained in the game and people started to get really nervous for obvious reasons. At the end, they removed the symbols but the culprit was never discovered. Again, very strange. The company was behaving almost as if they were trying to defend however was behind this attack. This issue however, literally opened the fucking Pandora’s box.
According to current and former employees across several departments, most of whom have chosen to remain anonymus, Deck Nine’s management has caused a very toxic work culture. They claim the C-suite has protected multiple abusive leaders, encouraged crunch, and allowed bullying of individuals advocating internally for more authentic representation in Life Is Strange. Yeah, you heard that right.
Square Enix in particular was another whole can of worms: the employees said that the company was way too “defensive” of the script of True Colors. In the sense that they seemed oddly reluctant or outright hostile to the diverse themes and ideas that Life Is Strange has always explored. For instance, multiple people recalled an incident during True Colors development where Square Enix told multiple developers they didn’t want Life Is Strange to be thought of as the “gay game.” Which…you know, it’s very weird coming from a franchise that, when under Dontnod management, was always pretty open about its bisexual protagonists.
Well, theoretically Max and Sean are driven entirely by the choice of the player, so they are “playersexual”. You can choose what gender to romance in both games, in theory. However, Max is way more implied to be canonically bi or at least to have a crush on Chloe indipendetly by your choice in the original game, while Sean is more “open” in that sense. However, the main point is not really that. Is that Lis as a franchise always explored queer themes, so this kind of reaction by Square Enix is pretty odd. They knew what they were working with, right? Mallory Littleton, a narrative designer who worked on Life Is Strange under Deck Nine, even said that

”There’s a lot of press out there praising True Colors for having the first bisexual lead in a Life Is Strange game, even if in our press guides from Square Enix, all the way up until review copies were out, we were not to say anything about Alex’s sexuality, period, at all. And then they did the advance copies, and all of these reviews came out saying how amazing it was to finally see an explicitly bi protagonist, and after that, Square was like, just kidding, Alex is absolutely, canonically, 100% bisexual.”

Additionally, multiple sources gave the impression that Deck Nine’s relationship with Square Enix for Life Is Strange was one of money convenience rather than a deep appreciation for the series. Square Enix liked that Deck Nine was willing to do the game for a lower budget than other studios, while Deck Nine needed a good IP, so the deal was born solely for economical convenience However, many developers said that the people in charge of Deck Nine seemed seriously unprepared for dealing with a game with “serious” themes, especially when it came to thoughtful portrayals of diverse individuals. And this is when the real shit started. I won’t go into much detail (read the article if you are curious) but people reported a SHITON of accounts of sexual harassment, bullying and transphobia.
Remember Zack Garris? Well, sources say that he began forming close relationships with a number of younger women, often in situations where he had some mentorship or power over them. He was basically love bombing them, staying late at the studio talking to them, inviting them to lunch, dinner, movies or even to his house. He would also instigate personal conversations and text some of this women after work hours about personal topics. If you want more info about his (frankly disgusting) shenaningans, once again read the article.
It doesn’t stop here however.
In short: nobody, male or female, was able to tell him “no” when he crossed personal boundaries due to his status. This feeling only increased over time, with several people reporting incidents of him lashing out against those who disagreed with his decisions. This was especially true with people fighting for more sensitive portrayals of diverse characters. A woman named Tate Littleton, for instance, recalled being formally reprimanded for criticizing Garriss’ reluctance to allow women in his scripts to express anger. Basically he didn’t think representation mattered because “he didn’t necessarily identify with every white man protagonist, and so other people shouldn’t identify with characters because they look the same.”
The main episode that made this entire thing knew in the first place was the removal of a transgender character from True Colors that took place very late in development. Which, again, sounds really unusual considering the type of media Lis has always been. Additionally, two anonymous employees declared that in 2020 Garriss called BLM a hate group when the team at Deck Nine wanted to post something for the protests that were happening in America. In another example he fought weirdly hard for a twist on True Colors’ final choice that a number of writers pointed out included a problematic portrayal of migrant workers (it eventually was removed, so at least we have that i guess). He would also go daily on rants about how everyone was being “too political”. There was also another instance of a scene Garriss wrote for True Colors that the writers felt they had to fight him excessively to change. For those who don’t know, in the final script of True Colors the main character Alex is taken into the woods by Jed, who she view as a friend at this point of the story. He betrays her, shooting her and missing, causing her to fall into an abandoned mine shaft. However, in Garriss’ original version, Jed spikes her drink at a bar and takes her out to the woods for an attempted murder. When they saw this version of the scene, a number of people pushed back, arguing that the scene would unintentionally cause associations with date rape. Multiple individuals had to fight extensively with Garriss about this scene before it was eventually changed.
Additionally, Garris distanced himself from his team of writers. He and another lead would make most of the story decisions, rewriting work from other writers without allowing them the opportunity to give feedback, even on stories centering marginalized characters. Toward the end of True Colors development, Deck Nine implemented a new, anonymous performance evaluation tool: this is what caused all of this to surface recently, mind you, we would have never known if it wasn’t for this. Some time time later, Garriss quit the team voluntarily. But this wasn’t the end: True Colors launched to critical acclaim, and following the wave of its commercial success, Deck Nine parared immediatly the development of another Lis game. But it was struggling with one plot point apperently, and the leadership suggested to bring Garriss back to fix it. As you can probably imagined, the narrative team went insane. Everyone begged them not to bring him back in a series of meetings, messages, emails, everything. HR was even involved at some point and they even suggested that Deck Nine would be legally liable for Garriss’ behavior if they invited him back after the shiton of reports. When the company CEO and CFO persisted in arguing that they needed Garriss, multiple writers handed in resignations. Finally, management relented and the man did not return.
You probably get the vibe at this point. It was a mess. However, Garris later tried to defend himself against the accusations, but he was ultimately never called back again. At least not officially. Because he then landed at Telltale Games, which was working on a project in close partnership with Deck Nine at the time. Only a few months after his departure, several of those who had protested his return were told that a few narrative team members had been holding story breaking sessions at Garriss’ home. So…ok i guess?
However, this is not even the main tea. Remember when i said that Dontnod abandoned the franchise after the second chapter and it was never clarified why? Well, it’s theorized that the main reason why they went away it’s because Square Enix wasn’t willing to make them publish what they wanted in Life Is Strange. Which is incredibly sad and ironic considering the development issues the first game had. The main proof people point over this is another game made by Dontnod in 2020 called “Tell Me Why”, which stars a trans male protagonists and is objectively very similar to a Lis game without being really a Lis game. The main character has supernatural powers, the gameplay is identical, the story has a very similar vibe, you get the gist. The analogies were…a little bit too close for some people. Now, it’s important to remember that this are only speculations and nothing is being officially confirmed, but judging by the time coincidence and what surfaced recently, some people started to think that Dontnod published this game indipendently because Deck Nine and Square Enix didn’t want the main character to be trans. Which honestly kinda makes sense. However, another thing happened that fueled the speculations even more: Dontnod has recently annuced their new game, “Lost Records”, which they directly called a “spiritual successor to Life Is Strange”. They even stated that in this game they will insert ideas that they would have liked to explore with Max and Chloe in Lis sequels, which they can no longer produce since the franchise and those characters are no longer in their hands. Quoting from this article:

”When we started to work on the very first Life Is Strange a long time ago, we had no publishers. We didn’t know exactly where we would sell the game or…if we would even sell it. […] At this time, we were in need of publishing, and Square was interested in buying the games; they bought the rights for it, and they bought the franchise. […] But since they bought the franchise, our hands were tied. We couldn’t really work as we wanted on what paths the character should go, what kind of game we could make, and how we would like to make the franchise evolve.”

Which in retrospect many tought all of this sounded really weird. Didn’t they said years ago that their vision of the series was always to make stories with different characters and that Chloe and Max’s story was “over”? Many people tought this was a weird claim and so speculations started.
Many belive that the initial plan was to have at least a proper sequel to Lis 1 under their management, but the idea went to shit when Deck Nine and Square Enix acquired the IP for BtS, gaining effective ownership to the franchise and to Max and Chloe. Dontnod could not effectively use those character anymore and so they were obligated to create something new.
This theory gains credibility when we take into consideration the fact that recently a leak about a supposed sequel to the first game with Max and Chloe surfaced. Is important to note that in 2021 there was also another leak in which a person predicted very specific details about True Colors when it was still codenamed “Siren”, basically describing correctly the plot, the final title, the name of the protagonist and her powers. They even predicted the remastered of the first game! Additionally, at the end of the post they mention that the team was looking to make a Lis 1 follow up game with Max and Chloe, so the more recent leak was lining up almost scarily with the former. Another thing that adds fuel to the fire is the fact that the leaker mentioned to have saw an initial concept of this idea in 2022 during a survey in which they showed some future Lis content and apparently there was also an NDA involved. However, since this idea (mainly the bit when they describe Max being able to jump into different timelines) is very similar to what ended up happenning in the comics, some people tought it was simply a scrapped idea that they later reworked into the spin-off. Others instead think that the comics served to introduce us to this very concept and that they are still working on this supposed game. At this point in time we don’t know what the future olds, but it’s confirmed thanks to the article concerning the hate symbols scandal, that a fourth Lis game is currently being worked on. However, we don’t know if it’s that sequel the leaker mentioned or an entire different thing.
The aftermath
So…yeah. As you can probably guess, this situation is a total mess. The fandom is still trying to process what happened, and many are unsure whether to continue supporting the series or not, given everything that happened behind the scenes. It created a bit of a Blizzard situation, if you know what I’m talking about.
Personally, I’m a huge fan of the first Life Is Strange and it played a huge part in my growth. The other games didn’t fascinate me as much as the first tbh, but I loved Arcadia Bay and its world, Max and Chloe, the mystery, the characters, the story, the emotions. I’m not exaggerating when I say that it was the game that changed my life and helped me come to terms with my sexuality. Seeing two girls get together romantically like this in a video game really triggered something in me. It helped me understand that my feelings weren’t wrong. That I wasn’t alone. That i wasn’t broken. I know that probably sounds very cheesy and cringe, but it’s the way it is and I can’t help it. You can imagine what my reaction was when I witnessed this mess unfold irl. In a way I felt hurt. It’s strange to think that a saga that has done so much for me is being run by people who would like to see me dead. Or at the very least, people who were not that open as they liked to present themselves. And I don’t have an answer to the question “should we still support this video game?” Honestly I do not know. On one hand I feel sorry for all the creatives who desperately tried to make Life Is Strange something special despite everything, but at the same time… my god. What the fuck.
I can’t help but wonder how Life Is Strange could have been if it remained under Dontnod’s creative control: what kind of stories they would tell, what future they would invent for Max and Chloe, what adventures they would get into. But maybe it’s better this way. Those girls have grown up, they went trought a lot, and maybe we just need to learn to let them go. After all, isn’t it the entire point of the game? Learning to grow? As for me, I will continue to replay Life Is Strange 1 periodically, I will continue to be part of the frankly amazing community that is the Lis fandom, I will continue to read fanfictions and support fan creations, being it fangames or fanarts. Because they can never take it away from me. They can’t take it away from us. Never.
Thank you for reading this far, i hope it was interesting and that you learned something new.
That being said…quit with the sad bullshit! I want to use this section to shoutout a fellow creator that is currently working on a fan-made sequel of the first game: Life Is Strange After the Storm. If you like this kind of stuffs, make sure to follow him on twitter and to support the project!
Ok now i’m really over. See ya!
EDIT: added clarifictions in the True Colors section. Changed a link in there too (i realized i put the wrong thing). Corrected some BtS informations. Added a clarification in the article section. Edited some formatting and corrected grammatical errors. Added a link in the Hagal rune section. Uncensored the word "nazi", since a person wrote me in private to make me know that my post would not be put down now that it's approved. Rephrased some words to not make them sounds hostile, since a lot of people were getting on my troath for this. I would also like to clarify while i'm here that i don't hate Lis 3 in its entirety nor i'm alluding that Lis 1 has not recived any valid criticism, since people are putting words in my mouth that i did, in fact, not say.
ALSO IMPORTANT CAVIAT: you are not in the wrong if you liked True Colors! It's ok! The game has it's moments and can absolutely be good. In fact, i personally liked some of its plot points and ideas. A good amount of people recived it very well. In this post i'm talking about general negative fan reception to explain why many people are growing disillusioned with the series and to make clear why people criticize it more than the first game, i'm not saying your tastes are bad/you are in the wrong. It's ok to like different things.

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2024.04.30 07:08 Adiabatic_Egregore Is there really a nonlinear quadratic algebra in 256 dimensions? What is going on in 128 dimensions?

While reading this paper by the late Charles Muses, he mentioned that he discovered a new algebra due to some special property of the 128 dimensional space.
"The First Nondistributive Algebra, with Relations to Optimization and Control Theory", by C Muses
(Published in the journal "Functional Analysis and Optimization", edited by ER Caianiello, circa 1966)
https://www.valdostamuseum.com/hamsmith/MusesFunAnOpt1966.pdf
Muses says this in particular:
"It is also true that our investigations show that viable (i.e., unique product) linear algebras are no longer possible in more than 128 dimensions. It is this phenomenon (which geometrically shows up as two or more sphere lattices with the same maximum contact number) which forces the appearance of quadratic algebra in a compound space of minimally 256 dimensions. At this stage a new type of number appears, characterized by p^2 = 0, p ≠ 0."
He claims that this new algebra is fundamentally different from the imaginary unit i and represents an entirely new kind of dimension in itself:
"The kind of number characterized by p^2 = 0 where p is the unit, is related not to simple circles, but to a pair of tangent circles of unit diameters. There is a relation here to the complex function w = z^-n, which yields a family of tangent circle pairs for n=1. In Cartesian coordinates one such pair, representing the unit field form o f this second kind of higher number, is given by (x^2 + y^2)^2/y^2 = 1, the radius vector for an angle of radians from the real axis being given by r = sinθ, and hence p^ϕ = p^(2θ/π) r (1 - r^2)^(1/2) + pr^2 = sinθ(cosθ + p sinθ). Thus p^0 = 0 and p^2 = 0 , which distinguishes p- from i-numbers."
These tangent circle pairs represent the unit lemniscate of the p-numbers, whereas the unit shape field of the imaginary i numbers is the normal unit circle. A unit lemniscate differs from a unit circle because of the intersection point at zero and the two power fields on either side of it.
According to Muses, the barycentric coordinates fail the sphere packing question in 9 dimensions because of the properties of these new numbers as seen in dimension 128.
"The fact that the norm of a product should equal the product of the norms of the factors is intimately bound up with the representability of the product of two sums of n squares as the sum of n squares. This representability is in turn directly related to the possibility of continuing pure hypertetrahedral symmetry in higher spatial dimensions"
In 9 dimensions, the hypertetrahedral symmetry does not give the optimal packing, eliminating the ADE Coxeter graph series of exceptional lattices aka A1, A2, A3 or D3, D4, D5, E6, E7, E8, which are known as the Lie groups su(2), su(3), su(4) or so(6), so(8), so(10), E6, E7, E8, respectively.
In dimension 9, the Lie group E9 is infinite dimensional and the E-series is cut off as the Coxeter series ends at E8. As Muses says, the reign of the imaginary i-unit is over and the entire structure of space itself changes in 9 dimensions. I think the p-numbers that he devised are supposed to apply now.
But I do not understand what is going on in his 128-dimensional space and whether or not these numbers are nontrivial or perhaps an ad-hoc representation of the imaginary i-numbers in disguise.
256 MINUS the generators of the 8 dimensional space = 248 which span the roots of the E8 lattice. Meanwhile, 248 MINUS 128 = 120. The 120 in this case represents the 120-dimensional subalgebra so(16). I think the other 128 in this case form the structure that Muses was talking about.
In 9 dimensions, the optimal sphere packing lattice may be a composite of two separate structures, as the unit lemniscate of the p-numbers is itself two separate circles, glued together at the origin (0,0). I think this represents two things being merged together algebraically yet remain separate geometrically.
Anyway, I hope I haven't lost anyone at this point, but I am just looking for the 128-dimensional derivation of these p-numbers in Muses algebraic scheme because he lost me at that point and I just want to understand it.

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2024.04.30 07:07 Adiabatic_Egregore Is there really a nonlinear quadratic algebra in 256 dimensions? What is going on in 128 dimensions?

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2024.04.30 07:06 Adiabatic_Egregore Is there really a nonlinear quadratic algebra in 256 dimensions? What is going on in 128 dimensions?

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2024.04.29 19:55 myth_mars Help 0580 my brain is fried.

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2024.04.29 11:44 Adiabatic_Egregore What is special about 128 dimensions?

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2024.04.24 14:05 hallach_halil Alright, I wrote the final mock up for you guys!

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Hey everybody! I released my ultimate mock draft a couple of days ago in video format, but because I love you guys, I took the time yesterday to write it all up for you guys to read, because I appreciate that people actually take the time.
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I only had enough characters on here for the write-ups on the half of the first round + the three picks for the non-first-round teams. You can listen to the rest here and any support with the algorithm is greatly appreciated!
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Putting this thing together was as challenging as I can ever remember at this point, because of the uncertainty starting so early. I’m not going to shock anybody with the first overall pick here, but number two appears to be a coin-flip and then from three to six, we could see a bunch of movement, which of course dictates everything that follows.
So I might still talk about some potential adjustments that may be coming based on more information coming out, but let’s have some fun here! This is going to be a predictive exercise, meaning based on what I hear, read and believe will happen, rather than what I think teams should do. For my thoughts on about the 150 top prospects, I have detailed scouting reports on all of them at my site halilsrealfootballtalk.com, and in my most recent video, I talked about some of my personal favorites.
Here, we’re going to make our way through the top-32 selections plus fits for the three teams who don’t currently own a first-round pick.
And as I already teased, I’m not going for any hot takes or shockers here first overall …
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1. Chicago Bears – Caleb Williams, QB, USC
Because of all the intrigue around who will be QB2 and some wide-ranging opinions on how these six names generally discussed as first-round picks will ultimately come off the board, there actually hasn’t been a ton of talk about Caleb Williams on the field at least. To me, he’s the best quarterback prospect I’ve personally evaluated in the eight years I’ve really done work on the draft. The backyard-style of play and Houdini-like play extension stuff is truly special and why he gets a lot of the Patrick Mahomes comparisons, but what isn’t discussed enough is how clean his mechanics are, the fact he fights to stay within the pocket and how well he can operate within structure, if he has answers for what the defense is doing. Last year, the protection and receivers he was working with at USC, along with head-scratching offensive designs, have blurred the mind of some people. But I would be shocked if he didn’t at least turn into a quality starter in Chicago for a long time, with the infrastructure they’ve now built around him, and he has a chance to be called the best signal-caller in the franchise’s history by the time he signs his second contract. Hope is coming, Bears fans!
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2. Washington Commanders – Drake Maye, QB, North Carolina
This is where things get interesting, because we’ve had three different front-runners to go second overall since Caleb became the overwhelming favorite in terms of betting odds. Right now, I believe it’s a toss-up between North Carolina’s Drake Maye and LSU’s Jayden Daniels, and since I have Maye graded significantly higher, that’s what breaks the tie for me. I’ve been saying that he is the most overthought prospect in this draft. In terms of size, arm talent, composure and mobility, this is what the NFL is always looking for. Yet, all of a sudden, he’s the guy people nit-pick like crazy when it comes to things like locking out his front-foot, not always having his base aligned and some of the oddly missed throws. The high-level stuff he brings in terms of layered throws down the field, the off-platform deliveries and the timely chain-moving runs easily make me look beyond those and I can live with him being a little bit too aggressive of a decision-maker. With the continued investments into the offensive line and the pass-catching crew they’ve assembled, I think he has the pieces around him to be successful. I’m just worried about what we’ll get from Kliff Kingsbury, who coincidentally was responsible for some of the issues we saw on Caleb Williams’ tape as the OC for the Trojans, which can induce more hero-ball tendencies, as we discuss these top two names. But Maye to me has been QB2 for a calendar year now.
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3. New England Patriots – Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State
We’ve heard about the Patriots being “open for business” with this third overall pick, kicking off what could be three or four straight trades, but I actually think they stick and pick here. Unless the Giants love whoever the Commanders don’t take and move up three spots here, New England will likely be in contact with one of the three teams just outside the top-10 and that probably takes them out of the range for Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt and the trio of top wide receivers. So in this scenario, I don’t think they get an offer that blows them away and take the slam-dunk player in Marvin Harrison Jr. He has nimble feet off the line, is really strong to break free from physical corners, weirdly flexible in his ankles to make precise cuts for being 6’4”, 205 pounds, tracks the ball exceptionally well and his body-control at that composition is just bonkers. He doesn’t have elite long speed and the reason some people have Malik Nabers ahead of him as the top receiver is that he doesn’t offer a lot of creativity in the open field, but he’s as complete and pro-ready a pass-catcher as we’ve seen enter the league in a decade. The Patriots haven’t built up the support system for a rookie QB yet, but this is a critical building block for if they end up picking early again next year, as they finally get a legit number one, to go with the complementary pieces they have in place.
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4. Las Vegas Raiders (via ARZ) – Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
Alright, let’s get this party started! The Cardinals have been connected as the Marvin Harrison team pretty much since the draft order was locked in. If he’s available for them, I’d think it would take massive draft capital to move off him, but in this case he’s off the board and general manager Monti Ossenfort will be very happy to trade down. The Vikings have the highest draft capital to offer here and there could be some other teams in the mix, but I have the Raiders jumping them and taking Jayden Daniels. In this scenario, to move up nine spots, they also need to throw in the 44th overall pick and their first-rounder next year. However, I had to take the connection between Daniels and the guy who originally helped recruit him at Arizona State in now-Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce. I’m not sure if they would be this aggressive for any other QB, but I think the Heisman trophy winner lighting up the “Death Star” in Vegas should also have owner Mark Davis on board. I don’t know if this is a plug-and-play team yet, but they’ve looked at themselves differently, handing out a huge contract to Christian Wilkins in free agency and Davante Adams still there as a star receiver, who I imagine catching a bunch of the slot fades we saw Daniels air out for those LSU guys. I’m a little concerned about the development plan of offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, coming over from Chicago, where he was working with a similar type of profile as more of a one-read-and-go player in Justin Fields, but this possibility isn’t talked about enough, I believe.
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5. Minnesota Vikings (via LAC) – J.J. McCarthy, QB, Michigan
And we keep the train rolling, as the Chargers at number five have been the obvious trade-down candidate the entire way pretty much. Could they just stick here and take the top offensive tackle or whoever they prefer as WR2 on their board, if they don’t love any of the offers made to them? – Sure. But, they’re motivated to add more shots here and the Vikings didn’t set themselves up this way if they didn’t want to get their guy from Michigan. No team has been linked more frequently to McCarthy than Minnesota, and even though I believe that if Drake Maye is available at number three, they’ll absolutely be calling New England, this just makes way too much sense. They swap their two first-rounders (11th and 23rd overall) plus a second next year for this pick and if there’s a team set up to get the most out of J.J., it’s them. Anybody who’s taken a look at my personal big board (which you can check out at halilsrealfootballtalk.com), knows I’m significantly lower on him than consensus and I think it’s crazy that we talk about him in this range, but with how long this has been in the works seemingly, this doesn’t feel like a Will Levis-type of smokescreen. This is one of the best situations we’ve seen a rookie QB dropped into, where he has star receivers, a good offensive line, linked at the hip with a tremendous young play-caller and having Sam Darnold there, to not force him into the action right away. McCarthy’s willingness to attack the middle of the field and the ability to deliver the ball accurately on the run with his flexible arm, when they move the pocket, would fit very well.
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6. New York Giants – Malik Nabers, WR, LSU
The top four quarterbacks are off the board and while the noise around the Giants being ready to move on from Daniel Jones seems to be getting louder, I don’t think they love either of the two still available at this point. So instead I’m going to go chalk here and give them with what would be the number one receiver in the vast majority of draft classes in Malik Nabers. There’s been some discussion around how well his personality would fit in with a big-market team, especially with how the marriage between the Mara/Tisch franchise and Odell Beckham Jr. eventually came to an end, but Nabers provides a dynamism on the offensive side of the ball that this team has been severely missing since they moved on from OBJ. They already have a bunch of designated slot receivers on the roster, which is where this guy primarily operated from in 2023, but while I prefer him off the ball, I don’t have too many questions about play-strength and I think he would be an awesome flanker. The instant acceleration pops off the screen, the way he either threaten vertically and then snap off routes or lure defenders into stopping their feet momentarily and then blows by them is rare. His focus and coordination to haul in passes even through contact at just six foot stands out and then he’s an absolute game-breaker once the ball is in his hands.
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7. Tennessee Titans – Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame
Who have thrown their names out as another potential trade-down candidate, but I’ll take another lay-up in what otherwise is a highly challenging draft to project. Personally, I have Olu Fashanu just ahead of Alt in my offensive tackle rankings, but this is still where he stacks up for me on the big board and I’d think he’s number one for the majority of NFL teams. 6’9”, 320 pounds, with just over 34-inch arms, checked all the boxes from an athleticism standpoint at the combine and then he’s still improving, as a 21-year-old former tight-end, who has only been a full-time offensive lineman for the last three seasons with the Fighting Irish. Tennessee has let us know what they think of themselves, throwing big money at Calvin Ridley, still a solid sum for Tony Pollard, trading for and locking up L’Jarius Sneed on the defensive side of the ball – they want to see what they have in Will Levis during this rookie QB contract window. New Titans head-man Brian Callahan hands a potential future All-Pro to his dad and one of the great O-line coaches in Bill Callahan. No need to overthink this or get cute here.
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8. Arizona Cardinals (via LV and ATL) – Rome Odunze, WR, Washington
At number eight we would typically see the Falcons making their selection, but I have the Arizona Cardinals repeat what they did a year ago, when they allowed the Texans to trade up to third overall for Will Anderson Jr. but then popped back up for the offensive tackle of their choice in Paris Johnson. This time around they secure themselves the last of the “big three” wide receivers. For the move up by 5 spots, they give up the first of their 3 third-rounders at 66th overall plus one of their fives. The reason they have to do this, is that I can’t really see Rome make it past the Bears or Jets as the next two teams up and this way they still secure themselves a legit number one, with what they currently have at the position. Odunze is incredibly smooth at 6’3”, 210 pounds, who can elude press-attempts but also has the strength to fight through contact. Looking at the Reception Perception profile from Matt Harmon, he finished between above-average-to-elite on every route he ran and then his body-control and ball-skills are just insane. The way he adjusts to passes down the field and hjow he positions himself to win through contact is illustrated very well by the fact that he had a 75% contested catch rate. While he’s not quite as physical, we’ve already seen this type of profile match very well with Kyler Murray when he was working with DeAndre Hopkins and now the other receivers they have in Arizona slot into their more natural pecking order.
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9. Chicago Bears – Dallas Turner, EDGE, Alabama
This of course really throws off the Bears here and they may be scrambling a little bit, because Rome would’ve been pretty much perfect to round out their receiver room. With just four total picks in this entire draft, they certainly can’t give up any more however and if anything should be moving back. Where do I have them going is the presumptive EDGE1 based on consensus boards across the league. Once Montez Sweat arrived in Chicago at the trade deadline, this defense went from 30th overall all the way up to 5th over the final nine games in terms of EPA per play. They locked up their All-Pro corner Jaylon Johnson and brought in free agent safety Kevin Byard, but by allowing Yannick Ngakoue to walk, they’re looking for that more bendy speed-rushing profile across from Sweat. Dallas Turner tested well above the 90th percentile in the 40 and the jumps, to pair with 34.5-inch arms and a lot of jolt in those hands for that physical stature. That’s why I actually believe he could be a high-quality run defender and at this point he’s actually best converting speed-to-power as a pass-rusher. If he continues to improve his hand-combats to win at the top of the rush, with his explosion up the field and quicks to cross-face blockers or create softer edges by threatening inside, he could be a double-digit sack producer in multiple years of his rookie deal.
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10. New York Jets – Troy Fautanu, OT/IOL, Washington
Rounding out the top ten, I really thought about closing the chapter on the premiere pass-catchers with tight-end Brock Bowers, who seems to be the clear favorite to be the pick here, but if the Jets are serious about winning this year and honest with themselves about where they could once again be vulnerable, they need to continue investing into the offensive line and I have them going with the versatile blocker from Washington. They have their choice here of OT2 and could go several different directions, but I believe Fautanu presents the most logical choice here. Looking at Gang Green’s currently slated starting five, you can win with that group if you have it for a full 17, but Tyron Smith has played a total of 30 games over the past four seasons combiined and Alijah Vera-Tucker has only logged 12 starts since his rookie year in 2021. So even if whoever they select here doesn’t start day one theoretically, you probably need him to fill in at one of those spots sooner rather than later. And that’s where I love the match with Fautanu, because while all but two of his 31 career starts came at left tackle, I feel best about his ability to take snaps at four of the five spots at least, because of the easy movement skills he presents, whether that’s sliding laterally to mirror pass-rushers or climbing up into the defensive backfield in the run game.
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11. Los Angeles Chargers (via MIN) – J.C. Latham, OT, Alabama
This sets off our run on offensive linemen to some degree, with seven of 15 selections from pick ten onwards being from that group. The Chargers were already linked to this player early on and I wouldn’t be shocked if they took him fifth overall, but in this case they can add two more valuable selections and still get J.C. Latham. They could certainly go Brock Bowers here without a difference-making tight-end on the roster or take their top corner, but the messaging by Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz has been clear, wanting to become a “bigger, more physical team”. Well, how does a 6’6”, 340-pound All-SEC right tackle from Alabama sound? Latham packs a ton of raw force in those 11-inch hands and can unlock that lower half to dig defenders out of the lane, 35-inch arms extend his range as a pass-protector and when he puts those clamps on you, he puts you in a cage. Funnily, a couple of bad plays from their College Football Playoff game against Harbaugh’s Wolverine is what people refer to negatively with him, but he played a really good game otherwise and I think offensive Greg Roman is licking his chops at the possibility of swapping out Trey Pipkins – off a regression year – for this guy.
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12. Jacksonville Jaguars (via DEN) – Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo
This is where I make another trade and of the ones I’ve done so far, this is not cleanest one to predict. However, there’s no player that truly sticks out to me for the Broncos in terms of a need they want to address and where value exists. They could absolutely target this player here themselves, but I think Jaguars GM Trent Baalke will be even more intrigued with this profile and be willing to trade up the top corner in this class. And the Broncos should be very interested in getting a second-round pick back (since they don’t currently own one themselves) in exchange for their fourth plus one of their two fives, as they move down five spots. Mitchell is right there in terms of the measurables you’re looking for at the position, has 4.33 speed, major ball-production, dominated at the MAC level and absolutely rocked this pre-draft process. The two days he spent at the Senior Bowl were as clean as I’ve ever seen for a corner, with how easy he could de- and re-accelerate, wants to locate and make plays on the ball and while he played a lot of off-zone coverage, he has 10-inch hands and the mirror skills to project as someone who could become very effective in press. So while they have Tyson Campbell on the final year of his rookie deal with a decision looming, Quinyon can jump into the spot of Darious Williams – who they shockingly released early on this offseason – playing off, with vision on the quarterback in that field-side role he also excelled at with the Rockets.
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13. Atlanta Falcons (via ARZ and LV) – Laiatu Latu, EDGE, UCLA
So the Falcons move back five spots in this scenario, because while EDGE is the clear favorite in terms of positions they want to address, they probably feel confident that they can get one of those big three names at the top here still – and with how this played out, Alabama’s Dallas Turner is the only one off the board. So the decision here came down to Florida State’s Jared Verse and the guy I actually picked for them is the reigning Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year. Who if you take away the injury concern, I believe has a very strong case to be the best defensive player in this draft at this moment. His technical advancement with all the different hand-combats in his toolbox, how he counters the approach of tackles against him and is able to build up comprehensive rush plans in those individual matchups, is about as good as you’re going to find from a college player at that position. Not the type of freakish athlete or has the length of Turner, but I don’t have any concerns with the functional movement skills. He’s not a firm edge-setter by the book in the run game, but the block-deconstruction and ability to create quick stops are on display. Latu gets to reunite with his former defensive coordinator at Washington in Jimmy Lake, who along with Raheem Morris will value his ability to peel off into coverage occasionally, on top immediately becoming their best true edge rusher.
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14. New Orleans Saints – Olu Fashanu, OT, Penn State
You kind of know this pick is going to be an offensive tackle or that power-profile edge defender they love so much. I went with the former, because of how pressing a need it is, giving them the All-Big Ten left tackle from the Nittany Lions. The Saints’ tackle situation somewhat quietly is an absolute catastrophe. Trevor Penning unfortunately has been even more problematic in his first season of action than I thought he might be when they traded up for him in the draft two years ago, getting benched eventually, with Andrus Peat moving out to left tackle from guard – whose only remaining presence on the roster is his 13-million-dollar dead cap hit. And then, we recently got news on Ryan Ramczyk on the right side with his degenerative knee issues, which could lead to an early retirement. Fashanu is actually my number one tackle, right there with Notre Dame’s Joe Alt, and he would’ve been a top-ten pick in last year’s draft by all accounts. Fashanu is one of those names who has just been overthought during the process and while he didn’t show a whole lot of improvement in the run game, where he’s still more of a positional blocker than a road-grader, he doesn’t have many missed assignments in that regard and then he has the ability to become an elite pass-protector, thanks to his impeccable balance and quick hands, even if they are weirdly small. My high-end comparison for him is Texans Pro Bowler Laremy Tunsil.
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15. Indianapolis Colts – Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia
Corner is certainly something GM Chris Ballard could be looking to address, after they were just throwing day-three picks and UDFAs out there last year, to see who sticks. Yet, this is where the Brocks Bowers slide stops. This has been one of the more fun pairings I’ve envisioned throughout the process, between Bowers and head coach Shane Steichen. The Colts have a couple of young tight-ends they like in Jelani Woods, Kylen Granson and even Drew Ogletree, along with veteran Mo Alie-Cox still under contract. So this doesn’t jump out as a spot on the depth chart, where they don’t have anybody of note. With that being said, that designation doesn’t do Bowers justice and it’s more about the ways I can imagine him being used by a creative offensive coordinator. He can obviously stretch the seams and run away from guys on crossing routes, but he can split out as a single receiver on the backside of the formation and win on all three levels with the way he can efficiently break off routes. The hand-eye coordination and strong hands in tight areas stand out, but then it’s that extra gear after the catch and the horsepower to drag tacklers along with him that made him a man amongst boys even in the SEC. Now you add him to those two towers they have on the outside in Michael Pittman Jr. and Alec Pierce, Josh Downs as a quick-footed player in the slot and a guy in Bowers who can eat over the middle of the field, for Anthony Richardson to work with in year two, this offense could really take off.
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16. Seattle Seahawks – Byron Murphy II, IDL, Texas
When we get to the Seahawks in these mock drafts, typically you see them go offensive line or with the edge rusher that falls to them, but I actually think they address the interior defensive line with who established himself as the top guy on NFL boards once he tested off the charts at the combine. There are still a couple of offensive tackles from what I believe is the top-six available here, but with Mike Macdonald coming over from Baltimore to take over this franchise, I believe he wants to bring them back to the glory days of the Legion of Boom and what you do on the back-end doesn’t matter as much when you feel like you’re constantly being compromised by having to put more focus on the front. Seattle has finished 26th and 29th respectively in rush EPA defensively these past two years, thanks to a combination of front dynamics, slow linebackers and a lack of consistent play from the nose-tackle spot. And I’m not saying Murphy is going to be lining up at zero-technique for them primarily and single-handedly fixing their run defense, but he actually spent more time there than his teammate T'Vondre Sweat, who has a good 60 pounds on him. This guy has an innate feel for where pressure is being applied from and you see him at times with his body contorted, knee just inches off the ground anchoring against double-teams. Then if the offense spreads them out, he can line up in the B-gap, come off the ball like a submarine under the reach of the guard or take that guy into the quarterback’s lap. Right now, he’s playing a little bit out of control, but you let him learn from Leonard Williams and Dre’Mont Jones, he could turn into a legit game-wrecker.
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17. Denver Broncos (via JAX) – Bo Nix, QB, Oregon
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18. Cincinnati Bengals – Taliese Fuaga, OT, Oregon State
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19. Philadelphia Eagles (via LAR) – Terrion Arnold, CB, Alabama
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20. Buffalo Bills (via PIT) – Brian Thomas Jr., WR, LSU
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21. Miami Dolphins – Graham Barton, IOL, Duke
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22. Los Angeles Rams (via PHI) – Jared Verse, EDGE, Florida State
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23. Los Angeles Chargers (via MIN) – Jer’Zhan Newton, IDL, Illinois
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24. Dallas Cowboys – Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia
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25. Green Bay Packers – Jackson Powers-Johnson, IOL, Oregon
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26. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Chop Robinson, EDGE, Penn State
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27. Arizona Cardinals – Darius Robinson, EDGE/IDL, Missouri
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28. Pittsburgh Steelers (via BUF) – Cooper DeJean, Defensive Back, Iowa
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29. Kansas City Chiefs (via DET) – Adonai Mitchell, WR, Texas
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30. Baltimore Ravens – Jordan Morgan, OT, Arizona
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31. San Francisco 49ers – Tyler Guyton, OT, Oklahoma
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32. Detroit Lions (via KC) – Nate Wiggins, CB, Clemson
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That brings the first round to a close, and you can read over it here again, but I did want to just briefly hit on a couple of …
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Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington – I could absolutely see a team jump back into the first round to select him, secure the potential of a fith-year option, but with Penix you already have a guy that is 24 years old as a rookie and we know plenty about what he is, even though we may not be fully sure what the transition to the pros looks like, and the injury history at Indiana is of course concerning. 34 to the Patriots is very much possible or I could see the Raiders potentially trading up early in the second round, if they don’t end up making a move early, very much in the mold of what happened to Will Levis coming out of Kentucky last year, as the second pick of day two.
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A few other receivers I was thinking about, but we’ll get to one here in a second. Just felt the need to mention Xavier Worthy from Texas, because the NFL obviously loves speed and this is officially the fastest man to ever enter the league – so I don’t expect him to hang around for very long if he doesn’t actually go in the first round.
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Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB, Alabama – My number 3 corner, worthy of going somewhere in the 20s. I was kind of going back and forth with him and Wiggins – who is just ahead in my rankings – for who the Lions would pick at 32 and with how much single-high they like to run, he would’ve also made a lot of sense for the Steelers, but recovering from the foot surgery and not having done the agility drills at his pro day, as good as I think he is at anticipating routes and disrupting receivers off the line, in this case he has to settle for early 2nd round.
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And two longshots that I wanted to bring up here quickly:
Marshawn Kneeland, EDGE, Western Michigan – Had an excellent Senior Bowl week, followed up by some great combine testing at 6’3”, around 270 pounds. Someone with incredible play-strength and untapped potential as a player who wasn’t always put in position for major production.
Edgerrin Cooper, LB, Texas A&M – In a fairly underwhelming linebacker class, he stands out in terms of athletic ability and some of the high-end plays he put on tape, as a guy that can shoot gaps & create TFLs in the run game, blitz from different angles & has the loose movement skills to make plays in coverage. N.C. State’s Payton Wilson I have just ahead of Cooper as LB1, but of course he comes with a pretty scary medical history
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33. Carolina Panthers – Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia
This is very much in-line with what you see out there in mock drafts, with Ladd being a guy right on the fringe of late first/early second round. I think there’s enough out there by now with people being clowned for comparing him to all the other well-known white receivers we’ve watched in recent years. He can certainly win on option routes and pick away against matchups in the slot, but he played nearly 80% of snaps on the outside last season and will be lining up at Z in two-wide receiver sets. Threatens vertically off the line, great ability to alter speeds and giving defenders false indicators, solid hands, routinely makes the first man miss after the catch and a smart, invested blocker. He’s my WR6. I also strongly considered Ricky Pearsall from Florida (who I have right behind him) – another light-skinned dude who is labelled as a slot only, but brings the same kind of speed component and I think can absolutely play as a flanker. I just think Ladd projects as a little bit more of a volume guy for a team that has targets to spare, based on what they have on the roster currently.
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42. Houston Texans – Braden Fiske, IDL, Florida State
Looking at this Texans roster, there’s not a whole lot you’re considering as actual needs in terms of starting players, but rather depth on the offensive line and secondary – which I believe they can address later. Someone who could get on the field early and make real impact for them is Fiske. They brought in Foley Fatukasi and Denico Autry in free agency, along with Mario Edwards Jr. as another guy with inside-out flexibility. However, in terms of natural three-techniques playing on the edge of the guard and creating penetration – which DeMeco Ryans and defensive coordinator Matt Burke have valued highly during their time in San Francisco – they don’t really have anybody that you’d project to play volume snaps for them currently. I believe there are some concerns about Fiske’s ability to deal with double-teams and being outreached by blockers at around 290 pounds with 31-inch arms. However, the ball get-off is right up there with Texas’ Byron Murphy for best in the class among the D-tackles, packs a nice club-rip move, capable of cross-facing guards and plays with a relentless motor. He may not even have to play a whole lot of first downs for this Houston team, but then he’ll boost that interior rush in designated passing situations.
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54. Cleveland Browns – Junior Colson, LB, Michigan
Finally, I did want to bring a linebacker into the equation, which was one of two positions – along with safety (unless you count Iowa’s Cooper DeJean as such) – where we might not see anybody get selected until this point. The Browns are very much like the Texans in terms of a roster where the starting-22 offense and defense combined is very complete. They just have more standout players I’d argue, but quarterback obviously is a much bigger question mark for them. As we look at this Cleveland defense, which finished first or second in pretty much every meaningful metric, they’re bringing back basically everybody from that group a year ago other than Anthony Walker Jr., who’s been the guy that’s been kind of a glue piece at middle linebacker, but they haven’t been willing to commit to, signing one-year deals each of the past three seasons, and he’s signed to Miami this offseason. Now you’re looking at Jordan Hicks or Devin Bush to fill that spot. Junior Colson should be an upgrade over either one of them, because he can actually stay on the field for all three downs. Rarely gets caught out of position, excellent short-area burst to fill gaps in the run game, sturdy to deal with bigger bodies in traffic, can cover backs and tight-ends in man, plus then he’s this rugged blitzer, who can help free up lanes as the actual set-up man on pressure looks.
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2024.04.24 07:34 Significant-Tower146 Best Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent

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Welcome back to our camping gear roundup series! Today, we are excited to introduce you to the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent. Designed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind, this tent offers a perfect balance of comfort, durability, and portability. Come join us as we dive into the features and benefits of the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent.

The Top 17 Best Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent

Lightweight, 3-Person Big Agnes Tiger Wall Platinum Backpacking Tent - Experience luxury camping with the lightweight Big Agnes Tiger Wall Platinum 3 Person Tent, designed for ultimate space, ventilation, and protection from the elements.
Comfortable Mountaineering Tent for Four - Experience ultimate comfort in high-altitude adventures with Big Agnes' Guard Station 4 Tent, featuring a dome-shaped domicile, burly weather protection, and innovative ripstop fabric for year-round mountain escapes.
Affordable and Efficient Tent Perfect for Three Island Ul 4 - Experience the ultimate in outdoor comfort with the Big Agnes Seedhouse SL3 tent - its lightweight design and innovative features make it the perfect choice for avid hikers and campers seeking a reliable and spacious shelter.
Big Agnes Salt Creek SL3 Tent - 3-Season, Breathable, Freestanding 3-Person Tent - The Big Agnes Salt Creek SL3 tent, a 3-season lightweight masterpiece, offers generous space and superior waterproof protection, making it the perfect affordable choice for those who love hiking all year round.
Crag Lake SL3 Tent: Stylish, Three-Door Backpacking Shelter - Experience the ultimate balance of versatility, convenience, and performance with the Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 tent, featuring a unique three-door design, spacious vestibules, and a durable, eco-friendly build.
Lightweight 3-Season Backpacking Tent with Double-Wall Design - Experience comfortable backpacking with the Big Agnes C Bar 2 Person Tent - a lightweight, roomy shelter with durable waterproof materials, designed for maximum functionality on the trail.
Feature-Rich, Ultralight Backpacking Tent with Vestibules and Media Pockets - Experience ultimate ultralight living with the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent, featuring innovative awning-style vestibules, improved ventilation, and a spacious, organized interior for your ultimate home away from home.
Big Agnes Blacktail Hotel 2 Backpacking Tent: Lightweight and Durable for Adventure - Experience the ultimate bikepacking adventure with the Big Agnes Blacktail Hotel 2, featuring a lightweight yet robust design and providing ample storage and living space for any backpacker.
Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Camping Tent for Two - Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Hotel Tent: A functional and durable 3-season camping solution for the ultimate family adventure.
Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL 2: Compact 2-Person Tent for Hikers and Adventurers - Experience unparalleled lightweight and high volume camping with the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2, the ultimate solution for ultralight adventurers.
Big Agnes Wyoming Trail 2: Versatile 2-Person Camping Tent with Spacious Vestibule - The Big Agnes Wyoming Trail 2 Tent offers a spacious, double-wall shelter with oversized vestibule space, perfect for bikepacking or car camping with two separate sleeping areas.
Green Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Trekking Tent - The Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Tent in green is a highly respected backpacking shelter, with a freestanding design, ample headroom, and convenient storage options for a superior camping experience.
Lightweight, versatile 3-season tent for outdoor adventures - This Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2 tent is a stylish, lightweight, and efficient choice for your backcountry adventures, offering versatile features and easy set-up with a three-season shelter.
Big Agnes Sage Canyon: Durable, Ventilated Camping Shelter with Multiple Attachment Points - The Big Agnes Sage Canyon Shelter offers easy set-up, water-resistant durability, and enhanced ventilation, making it a versatile and functional shelter for outdoor enthusiasts.
Lightweight, Spacious, and Versatile Big Agnes C Bar 2 Backpacking Tent - The Big Agnes C Bar 2 is an affordable and feature-packed tent for backpackers, providing excellent durability, stability, and ample storage space.
Big Agnes Fly Creek HV 1 Carbon Tent: Ultralight, High-Volume Shelter - The Big Agnes Fly Creek HV 1 Carbon Tent is a lightweight, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) tent designed for the most experienced ultralight backpackers, boasting exceptional rainproof protection and space-saving features.
High-Performance Ultralight Camping Tent for 3-Season Use - The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent offers an ultralight, full-featured, freestanding shelter with luxurious living space, making it an ideal choice for backpackers seeking comfort and durability.

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Reviews

🔗Lightweight, 3-Person Big Agnes Tiger Wall Platinum Backpacking Tent

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As someone who enjoys camping and hiking in the great outdoors, I must say the Big Agnes Tiger Wall Platinum 3 person tent is a game-changer. This tent is lighter than a feather, weighing in at under two pounds, yet it's as sturdy as they come. The freestanding feature allows for easy setup and breakdown, making it an ideal choice for those looking to shave off some weight on their adventures.
One of the most notable features of this tent is its high-quality double wall construction. The silicone-treated nylon fly and floor create a waterproof barrier, ensuring you stay dry even in the wettest conditions. The steep walls also add extra space without adding bulk, allowing you to stretch out and relax inside the tent.
The tent's DAC aluminum Featherlite poles not only keep the trail weight under three pounds, but they also provide a sturdy support system for the tent's structure. The low vent maintains proper ventilation even with the fly on, and the interior pockets offer convenient storage for small items.
While there are no significant cons to mention, I will say that the zippers do feel a bit delicate. However, this minor issue is far outweighed by the many positive aspects of this incredible tent. Overall, the Big Agnes Tiger Wall Platinum 3 person tent is an exceptional choice for avid campers and hikers seeking a lightweight yet sturdy tent for their adventures.

🔗Comfortable Mountaineering Tent for Four

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The Big Agnes Guard Station 4-Person Mountaineering Tent has been an unsung hero on my outdoor adventures. This tent's burly structure offers ample space and protection, even in the harshest alpine conditions. The dome shape provides an efficient use of the available space, while the single-wall design minimizes weather impact during setup.
The innovative Dominico ripstop fabric provides a strong barrier against harsh winds and storms, making it a worthy companion on my winter and summer expeditions. One minor issue I encountered was the lack of built-in weatherproof vents, but overall, this tent has proven to be a practical and comfortable shelter for all seasons.

🔗Affordable and Efficient Tent Perfect for Three Island Ul 4

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I've been using the Big Agnes SEEDHOUSE SL3 tent for a few months now, and it has been quite the adventure. The tent itself is super lightweight, making it perfect for hiking trips where every ounce counts. I love that it's self-supporting with a single DAC pole; setting it up is a breeze, and it offers a lot more space inside compared to other, heavier tents.
The rip-stop nylon rain fly with a silicone treatment is my favorite feature. It's waterproof, keeping me and my gear dry during rains. The taffeta polyester floor is also a nice touch, with a whopping 1500mm waterproof rating. I've had it out in the rain, and the tent just kept on standing strong.
The Seedhouse SL3 tent is perfect for 3-season hiking, and it fits the bill nicely. The nylon mesh chamber helps with ventilation, preventing condensation from accumulating. The side-vestibules were a wonderful addition for extra storage space, and the single-door design allows for easy access to additional space for bulky gear.
The media pockets above the sleeping area are a plus, as is the 3-D shelf that utilizes dead space above your feet. I've found these features incredibly helpful in keeping my camping gear neatly organized. A big bonus is the Quick Stash door keeper on the tent body, making stowing an unzipped door a piece of cake.
That being said, there's no avoiding the cons. The tent is rather heavy compared to other lightweight models, and I'd love to see it lose a few ounces. Plus, there's a bit of condensation issue when we spend the night in colder temperatures. To compensate, I keep an extra layer handy for those chilly evenings.
In my experience, the Big Agnes Seedhouse SL3 tent has been an excellent hiking companion, thanks to its lightweight nature and efficient design. It certainly isn't perfect, but it's done its job admirably. If you're looking for a 3-person tent that won't break your back and can withstand rough camping conditions, this might just be the tent for you.

🔗Big Agnes Salt Creek SL3 Tent - 3-Season, Breathable, Freestanding 3-Person Tent

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The SALT CREEK SL3 tent from Big Agnes is a beautiful addition to my camping collection. I've been using this tent for the past few months, and it's provided me with many unforgettable moments under the stars. The almost horizontal walls give a feeling of grandeur when entering the tent, and the side vestibules offer plenty of storage space, which I've found extremely useful on my trips.
One aspect I particularly enjoy is the third door. It makes entry and exit to the tent effortless and has proven incredibly useful during my outdoor adventures. The interior mesh pockets are also a fantastic feature that adds functionality to the tent, keeping essentials close at hand.
However, there are a few drawbacks I've encountered. The first issue is the rather heavy weight of this tent. Its 3 lbs. 11 oz. packed size can make the overall load feel quite heavy when it's time to hit the trail. Additionally, the included stakes are cheaply made and don't quite match the overall quality of the tent itself.
Despite these drawbacks, the SALT CREEK SL3 from Big Agnes has impressed me with its durable construction, roominess, and high level of functionality. The pros have outweighed the cons in my experience, and it continues to be my go-to shelter for all my car camping and light backpacking excursions.

🔗Crag Lake SL3 Tent: Stylish, Three-Door Backpacking Shelter

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Imagine hiking through the wilderness, with nothing but the essentials in your backpack. After a long day of trekking, you finally reach a secluded spot to set up camp. With the Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 tent, setting up this three-season, three-door shelter is a breeze. The tent's freestanding design and two-pole set up ensure quick and easy pitching, making it a perfect companion for all your backpacking adventures.
As you step inside, you'll notice the generous space provided by the 38.5 square feet floor area, accommodating one to three people comfortably. The steep walls of the tent create ample shoulder room, while the 18.4 square feet of vestibule area offers extra storage for your gear. The reflective guylines and webbing on the tent corners make visibility easy, even in low-light conditions.
The Big Agnes Crag Lake SL3 is designed with sustainability in mind, using GRS certified recycled nylon to provide a balance of performance and environmental responsibility. The tent weighs just 4 lbs. 4 oz. , making it lightweight and easy to carry while on the trail. In terms of drawbacks, the tent does not include a footprint, and you'll need to purchase that separately. However, the overall functionality and durability of the Crag Lake SL3 make it an excellent addition to your backpacking gear collection. So, whether you're a solo adventurer or prefer to share the wilderness with a friend, this tent could be the perfect companion for your next adventure.

🔗Lightweight 3-Season Backpacking Tent with Double-Wall Design

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I've been using the Big Agnes C Bar 2-Person Tent for a few months now, and overall, I'm quite satisfied with my experience. The tent is spacious and roomy, providing ample space for two people and their gear. The aluminum poles make setting up the tent a breeze, and the single-pole design is a game-changer when it comes to stability and ease of use.
One feature that stood out to me is the built-in loft and additional stash points inside. This allows for excellent organization and storage within the tent, which is especially useful for backpackers. The vestibule is also a great addition, providing a small but sufficient space to store gear without sacrificing the main interior area.
However, there are a few drawbacks to the C Bar 2-Person Tent. The floor area is relatively small, which can be a bit of a tight squeeze for two people, particularly if they are taller. Additionally, the tent is not designed to be the most lightweight option on the market, so it may not be the best choice for ultralight backpackers.
Despite these minor drawbacks, the Big Agnes C Bar 2-Person Tent has been a reliable and comfortable shelter for my backpacking adventures. Its balance of functionality, affordability, and durability make it an excellent choice for those looking to step up their outdoor camping game without breaking the bank.

🔗Feature-Rich, Ultralight Backpacking Tent with Vestibules and Media Pockets

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I recently had the chance to try out the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 tent, and let me tell you, it was a game-changer. As a frequent camper, I'm always on the lookout for the perfect tent that balances weight and durability. This one definitely fits the bill.
One of the standout features of this tent was the awning-style vestibules with double-zippers. They provided multiple access options, which was incredibly convenient when I needed to get in and out of the tent quickly. The dual low-vent vestibule doors helped to reduce condensation, allowing for better airflow and a more comfortable sleeping environment. The smooth-closing, dual-zipper doors made it easy to come and go, and the Quick Stash door-keeper made stowing unzipped doors a breeze.
However, there were a few drawbacks to this tent as well. I found that the zippers were quite fragile and tended to break easily. I actually had two of the zippers fail on me after only a few uses, which was fairly disappointing. The tent also seemed to be a bit flimsy in high winds, which was a bit of a concern during my camping trips.
Despite these minor hiccups, I still think the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 is a solid choice for anyone in the market for an ultralight tent. It's lightweight, easy to set up, and provides a comfortable space to sleep and relax. With a little bit of care and attention to the zippers, it could be the perfect tent for your next adventure.

🔗Big Agnes Blacktail Hotel 2 Backpacking Tent: Lightweight and Durable for Adventure

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Exploring the outdoors couldn't be more comfy with the Blacktail Hotel 2 Bikepack - the ultimate tent from Big Agnes. I got the chance to give it a whirl on my last camping trip, and the experience was nothing short of fantastic.
The lightweight yet sturdy frame of this tent felt fantastic when cycling with it. The 12-inch Shortstik poles provide just the right amount of support for an unforgettable adventure. Additionally, the tent comes equipped with two side-entry doors and vestibules – perfect for unloading your gear, even during those rare rainy afternoons. I especially loved the vestibule area – it offered a convenient spot to store my gear, keeping it dry and easily accessible.
However, I experienced a minor hassle regarding the vestibule's setup. The curved shape made it a bit tricky getting the pole through the sleeve. But hey, it was a minor inconvenience considering all the other features this tent offers. To be honest, the extra length of the pole made getting it out a bit frustrating, too. But in the end, I understand that tradeoffs come with every gadget.
This tent was so convenient with its bike-friendly carrying dimensions, making it one of the best investments in my outdoor gear. The vast floor area and the roomy interior not only provide enough space for two but also accommodate my bicycle, ensuring maximum peace of mind.
To sum up, this Big Agnes Blacktail Hotel 2 Bikepack is an excellent choice for those who seek a comfy and versatile camping experience on two wheels. Although you might face a small hurdle with the pole sleeves, the overall value makes it a worthwhile purchase.

🔗Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Camping Tent for Two

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Imagine you've been using the Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Hotel tent for your camping trips. This tent has been your go-to for backpacking, camping, and even bringing along the dog. It offers 3-season reliability, long-term durability, excellent internal livability, and a huge front vestibule, ensuring you don't have to leave anything at home.
The massive 90-inch by 52-inch interior space provides ample room for you and your gear, making it ideal for longer backpacking trips or when you want to bring your dog along. The two large doors allow for easy entry and exit, while the enormous vestibule up front offers plenty of storage space for your boots, packs, and other gear.
While setting up the tent might take a bit longer than others due to its size and features, once it's up, you'll appreciate the spaciousness and comfort it provides. The symmetrical pole structure with pre-bent aluminum poles ensures stability and sturdy support, while the lightweight aluminum stakes make it easy to pitch the tent.
One of the standout features of this tent is the interior mesh pockets and media pockets with earbud cord routing, which provide ample storage and organization for your gear. The reflective webbing guy out points and guylines offer nighttime visibility, ensuring you can find your way around the tent even in the dark.
However, this tent isn't without its drawbacks. The loud, not-so-smooth zippers might be a deal-breaker for some users, as they can be inconvenient and noisy, especially when compared to the overall high-quality design of the tent. Additionally, the tent's aluminum poles can be somewhat cumbersome to transport and set up, which may not be ideal for those seeking a lightweight solution.
In conclusion, the Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Hotel tent is a fantastic option for those who appreciate a spacious, sturdy, and comfortable shelter for their camping and backpacking adventures. While it's not perfect, its pros outweigh the cons, making it a worthwhile investment for those who value the tent's features and performance.

🔗Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL 2: Compact 2-Person Tent for Hikers and Adventurers

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I recently got my hands on the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2 tent and I must say, it's been a bit of a mixed experience. First off, I was impressed by how incredibly lightweight this 2-person tent is, weighing in at just 1020g. It's definitely a game-changer for backpackers and bikepackers who need a reliable shelter without adding much weight to their packs.
The vertical door of the tent has been revised and increased, offering more space for storing gear and equipment. This has been a lifesaver for those of us who struggle to fit our bulky gear inside smaller tents. The colour-coding system for the various parts of the tent makes assembly a breeze, even in some of the more challenging weather conditions I've encountered.
However, there have been a few minor drawbacks to my experience with this tent. For starters, setting up the tent in a rainstorm is not recommended. During some of my trips, I've noticed that the tent isn't as sturdy or waterproof as I'd hoped. The fly and the tent body seem to have issues with waterproofing, so I had to set up a floor underneath to keep the interior dry.
Another issue I've faced has been with the tent poles. They are lightweight, but the single holding spot in the back means I've had to use the pegs in the back to create the right structure for the tent floor. This isn't as secure as I'd like, and I've seen better solutions in other tents.
Despite these drawbacks, the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2 has been a reliable and versatile companion on my outdoor adventures. The inner mesh pockets provide plenty of storage space for my essentials, and the breathable mesh fabric allows for proper air circulation and moisture management. The tent's lightweight nature and small pack size also make it ideal for backpacking, and the various loops inside the tent are great for hanging a lamp or a clothesline.
Overall, the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2 is a solid 3-season tent with some minor drawbacks. It's perfect for those looking for a lightweight, compact, and high-performance shelter for their outdoor excursions. Just be prepared to do some tent repairs and make adjustments for better waterproofing and improved pole stability.

🔗Big Agnes Wyoming Trail 2: Versatile 2-Person Camping Tent with Spacious Vestibule

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My recent camping trip with Big Agnes' Wyoming Trail 2 tent was an adventure to remember. The tent's massive vestibule offered plenty of space for both of us - and I couldn't resist a sneaky peek into the extra sleeping area, perfect for a quick nap or to keep bug-free gear safely stashed away.
The tent's setup was a breeze, thanks to the easy-to-grip zipper pulls and the nifty snap system. It really did feel like home away from home. But, just as I was about to settle in, I noticed a slight draught around the vestibule. This small annoyance was quickly forgotten as I dove into my warm sleeping bag.
The next morning, the first rays of sun rose and illuminated the tent's interior, casting a soft glow on the roof. Breakfasting in the vestibule, nestled by the warmth of my backpacking stove, was a delightful start to the day.
Later in the day, the wind started to pick up and I couldn't wait to see if the tent would hold up. To my relief, the tent withstood the gusts effortlessly, thanks to its sturdy structure and well-ventilated design.
In the evening, as we gathered our belongings and prepared to hit the trails, I realized that the Big Agnes Wyoming Trail 2 had become more than just a tent - it had become an essential companion on my journey. Its versatility and comfort made it the perfect choice for my adventures.
Though there were a few minor drawbacks, the Wyoming Trail 2 more than made up for them with its spacious vestibule and excellent quality. I highly recommend it to fellow outdoor enthusiasts who value a touch of luxury in their wilderness experience.

🔗Green Big Agnes Blacktail 2 Trekking Tent

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As someone who loves spending time outdoors, I've been using the Big Agnes Blacktail 2 tent for quite some time now. It's become a trusted companion for my camping adventures, and I must say it's a pretty remarkable piece of gear.
The freestanding design of the Blacktail 2 makes setting it up a breeze, even on unpredictable terrains like rocky or uneven ground. The symmetrical structure and pre-bent poles contribute to a spacious interior, providing lots of headroom, making it a comfortable place to rest after a long day of trekking.
I also appreciate the dual vestibules, which not only offer plenty of storage space for our gear but also provide ample privacy. The four interior mesh pockets are a convenient feature that allows me to keep my essentials within reach without cluttering the living space.
One of the things that makes the Blacktail 2 stand out is its ability to turn into a stargazing platform. When the skies are clear, you can pitch the tent without the flysheet, allowing for an immersive, sky-gazing experience.
However, the Blacktail 2 isn't without its flaws. On one particularly rainy camping trip, I noticed that the top vents were letting in some moisture during heavy rain. It's a minor issue but could be improved with a slight extension of fabric around the vents. Additionally, the tent zippers are quite loud, which might disturb nearby campers or even your tent mate.
Overall, the Big Agnes Blacktail 2 has been a reliable and comfortable shelter during my camping experiences. Its sturdy construction, thoughtful design, and lightweight nature make it a great choice for backpackers and casual campers alike.

🔗Lightweight, versatile 3-season tent for outdoor adventures

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The Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2 tent is a lightweight and efficient shelter for all your outdoor adventures. My recent camping trip with this tent was a great experience, as it provided the necessary shelter and protection from the elements. The tent's sidecar vestibules offer additional storage space and easy access to your gear from the inside. The single-pole structure with DAC Angle Hubs and attached cross pole enhanced the usable interior space and provided ample headroom.
One of the features that stood out to me was the quick stash door keeper, which allowed me to stow the unzipped tent door effortlessly. I also appreciated the 3-D shelf and oversized ceiling pocket, which offered additional storage options for my gear. The media pockets above the sleeping area were convenient for routing earbud cords from my phone without causing any tangles.
Despite the benefits, there were a few drawbacks. The tent's single door and vestibule made it a bit challenging to enter and exit the tent during rainy conditions. Additionally, the fast fly setup, while saving weight, required the purchase of separate pole and footprint components, which added to the overall cost.
In conclusion, the Big Agnes Seedhouse SL2 tent is a reliable and lightweight shelter suitable for three-season use. Its seamless design and convenient features make it a solid choice for backpackers and cyclists. However, it may not be the most suitable option for those seeking a larger vestibule or more weatherproof features.

Buyer's Guide

When it comes to choosing a Big Agnes Yahmonite tent, there are several factors you should consider to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience.

Weight and Portability

As the Yahmonite series is designed for lightweight and easy packability, look for variations that have a manageable weight for your comfort and the trail you'll be exploring. The lightweight versions are typically built with a simpler design and fewer features, but provide excellent value for those who prioritize portability.
Tip: Don't forget to factor in the weight of the stakes, tent poles, and any additional accessories you'll be carrying to ensure your backpack remains balanced and comfortable.

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Size and Capacity

Choose a tent size that offers enough room for your group, gear, and comfort. Single-wall style tents often provide a more spacious interior space compared to double-wall tents, but may not have the same level of ventilation. Consider the size of your group and your personal comfort preferences when making a decision.

Weather Resistance

Ultralight materials in a Big Agnes Yahmonite tent may sacrifice some water resistance, so it's important to understand your camping conditions and choose an appropriate tent model for your needs. Look for tents with waterproof or stormproof treatments to ensure a drier stay in inclement weather.

Ventilation and Mesh

Proper airflow is crucial for maintaining a comfortable temperature and preventing condensation buildup inside the tent. Look for models with a strategically placed mesh design that allows for good ventilation and breathability.

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Setup Time and Durability

A fast and easy setup is essential for a stress-free camping experience, especially if you plan on moving campsites frequently. Pay attention to the tent's design and poles, which can influence setup speed. Additionally, inspect materials and seams for durability and sturdiness, particularly if you'll be camping in rugged terrain or harsh weather.
Remember, the right Big Agnes Yahmonite tent for you depends on your individual preferences and circumstances. By taking these features and considerations into account, you'll be able to make an informed decision and select a tent that meets your needs and enhances your camping adventures.

FAQ

What size is the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent?

The Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent has a floor area of 40.4 square feet, making it suitable for 1-2 people.

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What is the weight of the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent?

The Yahmonite Tent weighs 4.7 pounds, making it a lightweight option for backpacking and camping trips.

Does the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent come with stakes and guylines?

Yes, the Yahmonite Tent includes stakes and guylines for securing the tent during set up.

What is the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent's warranty policy?

The Yahmonite Tent comes with a 2-year warranty. If there are any issues with the tent during this period, contact the manufacturer for assistance.

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Is the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent waterproof?

Yes, the Yahmonite Tent features a waterproof 210-denier nylon fabric, ensuring that you stay dry during rain or damp conditions.

What colors does the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent come in?

The Yahmonite Tent comes in two color options: Blue and Charcoal.

How many vents does the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent have?

The Yahmonite Tent features two vents for improved airflow, which helps regulate temperature and prevent excess condensation.

What is the peak height of the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent?

The peak height of the Yahmonite Tent is 36 inches, providing enough headspace for comfortable movement inside the tent.

What is the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent's floor plan like?

The Yahmonite Tent has a Dome design, which offers a spacious interior for sleeping and storage. The floor plan is versatile and allows for multiple sleeping arrangements.

Does the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent come with a storage pocket?

Yes, the Yahmonite Tent features a mesh pocket for storing small items like a headlamp or phone.

What is the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent made of?

The Yahmonite Tent is made with 210-denier nylon fabric, which is lightweight and durable. It also features a waterproof coating for added protection.

What is the price range for the Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent?

The Big Agnes Yahmonite Tent is priced between $250-$300.
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2024.04.23 23:39 SouthernLocation4825 Simple but confusing trigonometry question

Good at calculus but encountered a geometry problem that is easy but very confusing so I dont know what I do wrong.
"Find the angles of triangle ABC with area of 15, AB=6, AC=7".
Solving using the formula for area gives two solutions for A - I get two triangles.
Solving the cosine rule I get the third side BC.
Solving sine rule gives me two solutions for angle B. One more triangle appears. (The second is not valid as sum of A B C is greater than 180 degrees.
Further solving of the angle C is trivial using the sum of the interior angles.
Is this the correct way of thinking?
Thanks in advance and sorry for the messy writing ):

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2024.04.19 03:40 SatoriRengoku Is there a way for me to make excel automatically generate the names of solid polygons

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Im currently working on making a spreadsheet that shows the names of polygon how many sides it has the sum of the internal and external angles and ive managed do to everything but generating the names of the polygons

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2024.04.18 20:30 idyllic-life Number theory: Proof by induction help

Proof: Choose any n ≥ 3 distinct points on the circumference of a circle, and join consecutive points by line segments to form an n-sided polygon. Show that the sum of the interior angles of this polygon is 180n - 360 degrees.
Question: For induction step how do I take an arbitrary polygon, deconstruct it to a regular polygon, then use the induction hypothesis then reconstruct back the original polygon? How would the induction look for r this?

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2024.04.17 22:17 baliraptorr [Grade 12 Geometry] I cant seem to get far

The interior angles of a convex polygon are integers in degrees, and are consecutive members of an arithmetic series whose difference is 4 degrees. Determine the number of polygons that meet these conditions. ( Sorry if the translation is bad)
I understand the question, im just not sure how to do it without checking each polygon one by one.

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2024.04.16 05:15 Modestalmato Need help on 0580 maths paper 2

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