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2024.05.29 03:13 Josh_From_Accounting The Lost World Roleplaying Game - A Free/PWYW RPG Inspired by Dinosaur TV Media
Itch.io: https://covok.itch.io/the-lost-world-roleplaying-game-ash-can-version Drivethrurpg: https://legacy.drivethrurpg.com/product/482709/The-Lost-World-Roleplaying-Game-Ash-Can-Version
Warning: This is an Ash Can An "Ash Can" is a term to describe a product that has not been properly published. There is no editor, other than my own work. There is no artist, so the work uses public domain artwork. There is no layout person, so the document is laid out like a word document. I have not set up payments yet on itch.io so it is free here. Even when I resolve that, it will be PWYW. I do not plan to require compensation for the ash can version. It is available PWYW on DTRPG.
"Welcome, Welcome To...The Lost World!"
The Lost World Roleplaying game is a Dicey Fate Game focused on surviving on a dinosaur infested island.
Dicey Fate is a variant of Fate Core that focuses on using dice ladders instead of numerical stats and bonuses. Instead of having a Fair (+2) or an Average (+1), you have a Fair (d8) or an Average (d6). You then include the dice in a dice pool using the relevant stats to determine the outcome of the four actions.
TLWRPG is inspired by dinosaur television, as opposed to movies. It focuses on longer form adventures that tend to work best in television. The survivors must survive on this dinosaur island until they escape or are rescued. They'll have to work at it by taking dangerous adventures to find the resources they need to escape the island.
Fitting the nature of a TV show over a movie, character death is not a base rule. While you can make the game more gritty by using the optional character death rules, the base rules only allow characters die if they sacrifice themselves. The focus is instead on seeing how the characters suffer, overcome, and grow, rather than just if they live or die.
TLWRPG has a focus on how characters grow in response to their circumstances. Characters are encouraged to get hurt and take trauma so that they can grow by overcoming that trauma. The character's Aspects, Relationships, and Trauma can be challenged. When challenged, you act to try to disprove the Aspect describing the relevant stat. Regardless of you succeed or not, you grow from the experience and add dice to your advancement track. Challenging Trauma is the only way to fix it and, thus, if a character takes trauma, it introduces a miniature character arc to cure it.
The title doesn't focus on combat. While optional combat rules are included for more action oriented games, the game assumes players only option will be to run away when faced with dinosaurs. As such, a new type of Fate Contest called "a Chase" has been introduced. Furthermore, Contests have been reworked to be more universal so that the contest rules can be used for chases, arguments, and even brief physical exchanges.
TLWRPG was designed with all audiences in mind. The inspiration for the game is a children's dinosaur cartoon about being trapped on the island. If your child is a fan of that show, this game may be an avenue to play the show with them.
The Lost World Roleplaying Game is licensed under the Creative Commons. As such, you are free to share, copy, remix, and otherwise use this title to make your own games commercially. To that end, a word processor document is included in this download so that you may use it to make your own commercial titles. CC 4.0 Attribution does require proper attribution be made -- and Fate Core requires that as well -- but as long as both attributions are included in your product, you may use this document to make your own titles.
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Warning: This is an Ash Can An "Ash Can" is a term to describe a product that has not been properly published. There is no editor, other than my own work. There is no artist, so the work uses public domain artwork. There is no layout person, so the document is laid out like a word document. I have not set up payments yet on itch.io so it is free here. Even when I resolve that, it will be PWYW. I do not plan to require compensation for the ash can version. It is available PWYW on DTRPG.
"Welcome, Welcome To...The Lost World!"
The Lost World Roleplaying game is a Dicey Fate Game focused on surviving on a dinosaur infested island.
Dicey Fate is a variant of Fate Core that focuses on using dice ladders instead of numerical stats and bonuses. Instead of having a Fair (+2) or an Average (+1), you have a Fair (d8) or an Average (d6). You then include the dice in a dice pool using the relevant stats to determine the outcome of the four actions.
TLWRPG is inspired by dinosaur television, as opposed to movies. It focuses on longer form adventures that tend to work best in television. The survivors must survive on this dinosaur island until they escape or are rescued. They'll have to work at it by taking dangerous adventures to find the resources they need to escape the island.
Fitting the nature of a TV show over a movie, character death is not a base rule. While you can make the game more gritty by using the optional character death rules, the base rules only allow characters die if they sacrifice themselves. The focus is instead on seeing how the characters suffer, overcome, and grow, rather than just if they live or die.
TLWRPG has a focus on how characters grow in response to their circumstances. Characters are encouraged to get hurt and take trauma so that they can grow by overcoming that trauma. The character's Aspects, Relationships, and Trauma can be challenged. When challenged, you act to try to disprove the Aspect describing the relevant stat. Regardless of you succeed or not, you grow from the experience and add dice to your advancement track. Challenging Trauma is the only way to fix it and, thus, if a character takes trauma, it introduces a miniature character arc to cure it.
The title doesn't focus on combat. While optional combat rules are included for more action oriented games, the game assumes players only option will be to run away when faced with dinosaurs. As such, a new type of Fate Contest called "a Chase" has been introduced. Furthermore, Contests have been reworked to be more universal so that the contest rules can be used for chases, arguments, and even brief physical exchanges.
TLWRPG was designed with all audiences in mind. The inspiration for the game is a children's dinosaur cartoon about being trapped on the island. If your child is a fan of that show, this game may be an avenue to play the show with them.
The Lost World Roleplaying Game is licensed under the Creative Commons. As such, you are free to share, copy, remix, and otherwise use this title to make your own games commercially. To that end, a word processor document is included in this download so that you may use it to make your own commercial titles. CC 4.0 Attribution does require proper attribution be made -- and Fate Core requires that as well -- but as long as both attributions are included in your product, you may use this document to make your own titles.
2024.05.29 02:52 DissedFunction The William Gude Diatribe a/g ZE part 1
 | First off, this thread is NOT about Zachary Ellison. This thread is to layout and analyze a 20 minute rant by William Gude, aka Streets aka Film the Police, a/g ZE, which was apparently triggered by things said/done by ZE. The purpose is critically ask several questions, questions which surround the LA protestors, surround the protest structure, surround the purported vs the actual values of the LA protests a/g Scientology. I'm laying this out b/c the silence by the protestors (in LA and from SPTV) in response to this rant--has been deafening. As far as I know, only 1 protestor spoke out against this rant (DOA) and he quickly retracted his defense in one day. The rest the of the LA protestors have been either too afraid to criticize this rant or they, frankly agree with what was said. submitted by DissedFunction to protestingScientology [link] [comments] This is a transcription of the audio from the video "Freeing William" which was recorded by Jessica Palmadessa for her stream. It's here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fRbLZN1pQA&t=23492s Reading the rant is important for several reasons. 1) Look for certain words, phrases and talking points which originated from this rant and have ended up being repeated endlessly on various social media sites. 2) look to the multiple areas of potential slander (spoken defamation). 3) look at the instructions for followers to commit certain actions 4) look at the admissions of organization and control. 5) look to promises of certain actions. The transcript of the rant will be in several parts. There are timestamps. Warning: this is pretty triggering. Especially if you grew up and experienced bullies. 5:59:20 Jessica and William aka Streets get into Jessica’s car after she has picked him up after his release from jail.(The camera is pointed forward, facing out the window onto the street). 5:59:29 Jessica (talking to her chat) Oh God God, it’s time to give it up there buddy. William: What happened Jessica: Oh you’re going to love this William: Free Dave! (Also talking to Jessica’s chat). 5:59:51 Jessica: no it’s not that. Guys I’m muting for a second. (Sound is muted).(One can assume that while the sound is muted, Jessica is telling Streets what Zachary has said in her chat). 6:03:39 (sound is turned back on and the camera is now facing Jessica and William. William is bursting to speak and Jessica’s face is a mix of sheer delight and gloating ) Jessica: alright guys I’m back, sorry. William (speaking to Jessica’s chat about Zachary and to Zachary as well. ) 6:03:43 William: So I mean yeah, listen, I got released because I’m a journalist. I mean I guess I’m not a real journalist like Zach (said sarcastically) or whatever and his Substack. Talk shit Zach, keep on f*cking talking sh*t. You are not respected. No one respects you Zach. No one. You have been mocked, people mock you, people f*cking mock you. I was the only person who said you know what Zach, show him a little respect. Because I knew you were a f*cking nutcase. You’re a f*cking nutcase Zach. If I-- I wish I see you again you bitch. 6:04:12 William: —your real story..nobody reads your (Zach) Substack, no one reads that sh*t. No one. Not even your mother. No one. Who would read that. All they do is look at your tweets. This guy, you know what if you go onto Twitter anytime he posts something as a reply it automatically show up as a spam because all he does is spam. No one f*cking listens to his shit. He’s got a f*cking restraining order for USC because he’s a stalker there. You f*cking weirdo—Get your ass back out on Fig and get the first piece of p*ssy you’ve ever had in your life—you’re going to have to pay for it. —run you mouth against me. You’re not a journalist. No one gives a f*ck. Francois doesn’t give a f*ck about you, they just know you’re that weirdo who sits there stalking her car.” 6:05:01 William Gude: You’re mad at Eric why? Because Eric was talking to WeinLA and your punk ass got jealous. Jealous cuz you finally you thought you had the first woman in your life that paid you attention … ..and she (Ever) mocked you. She was mocking you. She (Ever) thought it was funny. We all thought it was funny. You’re a f*cking mark (that’s slang for object of scorn) and you’re a clown. I wish you would show your face around me again, talk sh*t about me. You going to talk shit about me? Who the f*ck are you? I noticed that you went, you know Zach, Zach outta nowhere started getting the RayBan sunglasses—the exact same ones as mine. (Jessica goes from happy smirking and bursts into laughter) —the same ones and all of a sudden Zach went from that f*cking disheveled hobo yellow jacket to wearing black hoodies and he’s riding around acting like he’s a tough guy—you’re a bitch! You’re too f*cking scared. You’re running around scared all the time, ‘oh the UCLA protests aren’t important’ (doing an impression of Zach) Motherf*cker nothing you do is important. This here is a national event. Yeah Figueroa is. 6:06:00 William Gude: You were stalking f*cking women on Figeroua. Stalking them you f*cking creep. You’re a weirdo.And it’s only a matter of time before your bitch ass gets pulled over (Jessica salutes because she’s agreeing) William: and you know what you’re going to say, “I’m an investigative journalist out here on Fig.” No one’s going to believe you. No one’s going to believe you, they’re going to look at that $50 you have in your pocket and you know what though?- you couldn’t even if you went out there with $1000 you probably still couldn’t get f*cked.-they’d be like nah you’re too f*cking weird for me.-nah you’re too f*cking ugly.Run your mouth Zach, you run your mouth against me? (Said incredulously). Against me??? Who the f*ck are you? I’m going to say this again, literally no one respects you. You have been the laughing stock. We joke about you. EVERYBODY. You don’t realize it. What it is when you come into a live and you see 200 people there like oh man 200 people finally want to listen to me for the first time in my life. No, they come there to f*cking LAUGH at you. —you f*cking clown. Bitch ass. 6:07 William Gude:“How you feel Zach? How do you feel? (Gude taunts him). Jessica: probably not good. William: “I’m an investigative journalist” (said like Zach).“Everyone laughs when you say that. No one, no one takes you seriously. No one. If you look at everybody that I know on Twitter and you know I know everybody on Twitter that’s involved in the activist space and the reporting space and you know what they do? They mute Zach because he sits in the comments just blowing it up hashtag hashtag just tweet after tweet—no one reads it. No one reads it Zach.—give it up. Go find something else. —run your mouth against me. 6:07:40 Jessica leans forward while driving to read one of the comments from her chat. “Who’s the real journalist now buddy?” (The chat is going crazy with glee with the verbal bashing, they’re joining in on the celebration with their own taunts). 6:07:41 William: What have you ever broken? (Referring to news stories) What have you ever broken Zach? Let’s I’ve talked to CNN this week, I was in the Washington Post yesterday talking about streaming, I was on CNN talking about the protest the other day, I was on ABC7 talking about the protest the other day, what the f*ck do you do? Two to three times a week I do an interview, what do you do? Like I said, Washington Post, you can look Taylor Lorenz she just wrote an article that I was in yesterday. What have you been in Zach? Nothing. —You write you got a Substack with one person that reads it—your Grandmother—maybe. And she’s probably saying, Grandson, that sh*t is boring, I don’t know what the f*ck you’re even talking about. Jessica: you ain’t calling in now (apparently talking to Zach via chat) William: Zach, you mark ass motherf*cker. You ain’t nobody. This guy out of nowhere started feeling himself. He’s like “oh yeah you know I’m the most important person with scientology”—nobody cares about you. People stop going to La Poubelle because you’re there. Jessica: No it’s dangerous (she smirks). William (shaking his head no):It has nothing to do with danger. They don’t go there because you’re there Zach. You annoy them when you come over to their face they walk away and then you act like “oh I’m somebody’s keeper. Oh I gotta go check on them” and what are you going to do? 6:09:00 William:I’ve seen, every time I’ve seen something jump off, your ass runs you bitch ass p*ssy. “Oh it’s too unsafe, it’s too unsafe. I’m an investigative journalist, it’s too unsafe.” (Said mimicking Zach)Shut up. Go ride around Fig. With your pennies. Jessica: Oh my God, I love you so much for that (said to William, laughing). William: run you mouth against me like that (said to Zach) Sh*t, I’ve been nothing but you know what it is like I said, I’ve always knew he’s a mark, like he’s slow, something’s slow about him right but you know what I always tried to be a nice guy, I always try to lift up everybody so like “oh yeah this is Zach, he’s a journalist and stuff” I said that reason why people call him a journalist is cuz I call him a journalist. No one else has ever called him a journalist. No one. Yeah, all of a sudden he ran with that. Should never have said a damn thing I should have just f*cking…he just showed up, he showed up over the Scientology protest why? ….cuz I was there.and he’s like “oh there’s something finally something for me to be a part of, finally.” Now what Zach? 6:10:01 William: Why don’t you go hang out with that guy with the knife guy who took his sh*t in the bushes, you guys go take a sh*t in the bushes together. Jessica: no it’s dangerous! (She mocks). William: Oh it’s dangerous, right, that’s dangerous Zach, Zach the p*ssy. No one else talks about things being dangerous but you. You always running your mouth “Oh it’s too dangerous, Oh it’s too dangerous” you b*tch ass —you wimp, stay inside then. Stop coming outside. “Oh it’s too dangerous, it’s too scary” run your mouth. All of a sudden now you notice the last 3 weeks like he’s walking around like he’s a thug or something, get the f*ck out of here. You goofball. You are so goofy. Zach needs to sign up for Scientology. He’d be perfect. He should be working with William and them at being a security guard for the Scientologists. Jessica: Zach all of a sudden Zach’s gone, he’s been talking for hours (said laughing). William: Run your mouth. And you’re talking about oh I need to learn something … Zach you are not sh*t. You are nobody. Now, you would have to block me..cuz I’m gong to come into your chats and clown you. I’ll come in with other names I’m going to troll you.I’m going to be the biggest Zach troll. 6:11:05 Jessica: That’s what he said he said he was just trolling…people are like I think you need to learn what trolling is… William:Yeah you better learn about trolling against me. Against you think you are. Leave LA Zach.Leave LA.Just leave LA. I know it might hurt your feelings a little bit. Go get a f*cking restraining order against me. Go try you big f*cking baby. You’re a bitch. I**’m going to haunt you for the rest of your life.** don’t you think you ever could talk about me. I don’t let anybody talk about me, let alone a mark like you. A goofball like you. A f*cking loser. You’re a loser. (end part 1) https://preview.redd.it/6dyss741k93d1.jpg?width=1798&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3787adb410b352517545005dfc83c6335f1c828c |
2024.05.29 02:37 coreyeschweiler Corey Eschweiler On EDC Safety Tips: How to Maximize Fun and Safety
Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas is a three-day music festival that features a variety of electronic dance music (EDM) artists. It’s a great chance to dance the night away and see some of your favorite DJs. But it’s important to remember that EDC is also a crowded and intense environment. To help you stay safe and have a great time, the Las Vegas personal injury lawyers Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas is a three-day music festival that features a variety of electronic dance music (EDM) artists. It’s a great chance to dance the night away and see some of your favorite DJs. But it’s important to remember that EDC is also a crowded and intense environment. To help you stay safe and have a great time, the Las Vegas personal injury lawyers here at ER Injury Attorneys have put together five important EDC safety tips:
Book your accommodations early. EDC is a major event in Las Vegas, so hotels tend to fill up quickly and rates can go up. Book your accommodations early to ensure you have a place to stay and get the best possible rate.
Research the festival grounds. The EDC venue is massive, so it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the layout before you go. This will help you save time finding the stages, restrooms, and other amenities.
Create a meeting spot. With so many people at EDC, it’s easy to get separated from your friends. Create a meeting spot in case you get lost and are without cell service.
Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol. Sugary drinks and alcohol can dehydrate you. Stick to water, drinks with electrolytes, or use your own hydration additives. If you do choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation and be sure to eat food as well and stay hydrated.
Find a shady spot. If you start to feel overwhelmed, find a shady spot to relax and cool off. This will help you avoid heat illness which can be fatal. There are usually tents and hydration stations set up throughout the festival grounds that you can use for shade.
Be aware of your surroundings. Be aware of the people around you and be careful of pickpockets. If you see something suspicious, report it to security.
Use the buddy system. Go to EDC with a group of friends and look out for each other.
Wear sunscreen. Even if it’s cloudy, the sun’s rays can still be strong. Be sure to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from sunburn.
Bring layers. The weather in Las Vegas can change quickly, so it’s a good idea to bring layers of clothing. The current forecast calls for temperatures in the 90s during the day, but may dip into the 60s at night.
Book your accommodations early. EDC is a major event in Las Vegas, so hotels tend to fill up quickly and rates can go up. Book your accommodations early to ensure you have a place to stay and get the best possible rate.
Research the festival grounds. The EDC venue is massive, so it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the layout before you go. This will help you save time finding the stages, restrooms, and other amenities.
Create a meeting spot. With so many people at EDC, it’s easy to get separated from your friends. Create a meeting spot in case you get lost and are without cell service.
Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol. Sugary drinks and alcohol can dehydrate you. Stick to water, drinks with electrolytes, or use your own hydration additives. If you do choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation and be sure to eat food as well and stay hydrated.
Find a shady spot. If you start to feel overwhelmed, find a shady spot to relax and cool off. This will help you avoid heat illness which can be fatal. There are usually tents and hydration stations set up throughout the festival grounds that you can use for shade.
Be aware of your surroundings. Be aware of the people around you and be careful of pickpockets. If you see something suspicious, report it to security.
Use the buddy system. Go to EDC with a group of friends and look out for each other.
Wear sunscreen. Even if it’s cloudy, the sun’s rays can still be strong. Be sure to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from sunburn.
Bring layers. The weather in Las Vegas can change quickly, so it’s a good idea to bring layers of clothing. The current forecast calls for temperatures in the 90s during the day, but may dip into the 60s at night.
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1. Plan Ahead
Get your tickets ASAP. EDC tickets tend to sell out quickly, so be sure to get yours early. This will help you avoid the stress of trying to find last-minute tickets.Book your accommodations early. EDC is a major event in Las Vegas, so hotels tend to fill up quickly and rates can go up. Book your accommodations early to ensure you have a place to stay and get the best possible rate.
Research the festival grounds. The EDC venue is massive, so it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the layout before you go. This will help you save time finding the stages, restrooms, and other amenities.
Create a meeting spot. With so many people at EDC, it’s easy to get separated from your friends. Create a meeting spot in case you get lost and are without cell service.
2. Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water. It’s important to stay hydrated at EDC, especially in the hot Las Vegas sun. Bring a refillable water bottle and fill it up often. There are also water stations located throughout the festival grounds.Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol. Sugary drinks and alcohol can dehydrate you. Stick to water, drinks with electrolytes, or use your own hydration additives. If you do choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation and be sure to eat food as well and stay hydrated.
3. Pace Yourself
Don’t try to do too much. There’s a lot to see and do at EDC, but it’s important to pace yourself. Don’t try to see every single set or dance all night long. Take breaks throughout the day to rest and cool off.Find a shady spot. If you start to feel overwhelmed, find a shady spot to relax and cool off. This will help you avoid heat illness which can be fatal. There are usually tents and hydration stations set up throughout the festival grounds that you can use for shade.
4. Be Aware of Your Surroundings
Keep an eye on your belongings. EDC is a crowded environment, so it’s important to keep an eye on your belongings. Don’t bring anything you can’t afford to lose.Be aware of your surroundings. Be aware of the people around you and be careful of pickpockets. If you see something suspicious, report it to security.
Use the buddy system. Go to EDC with a group of friends and look out for each other.
5. Dress for the Weather
Wear comfortable shoes. You’ll be doing a lot of walking and dancing at EDC, so be sure to wear comfortable, safe shoes.Wear sunscreen. Even if it’s cloudy, the sun’s rays can still be strong. Be sure to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from sunburn.
Bring layers. The weather in Las Vegas can change quickly, so it’s a good idea to bring layers of clothing. The current forecast calls for temperatures in the 90s during the day, but may dip into the 60s at night.
Injured During EDC? ER Injury Attorneys Is Here for You
If you’ve been injured at EDC, the team here at ER Injury Attorneys is available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Get your free case evaluation today by calling us at [702-878-7878](tel:7028787878) or by using LiveChat. You can also fill out a contact form to get started. ER Injury Attorneys represents accident victims throughout Southern Nevada, including Henderson, Summerlin, Pahrump, Boulder City, Laughlin, and beyond. Book your free case evaluation and consultation today and get the peace of mind you need.The information on this blog is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to serve as legal advice for an individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create an attorney-client relationship nor does viewing this material constitute an attorney-client relationship.
BOOKMARK THE PERMALINK.here at ER Injury Attorneys have put together five important EDC safety tips:1. Plan Ahead
Get your tickets ASAP. EDC tickets tend to sell out quickly, so be sure to get yours early. This will help you avoid the stress of trying to find last-minute tickets.Book your accommodations early. EDC is a major event in Las Vegas, so hotels tend to fill up quickly and rates can go up. Book your accommodations early to ensure you have a place to stay and get the best possible rate.
Research the festival grounds. The EDC venue is massive, so it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the layout before you go. This will help you save time finding the stages, restrooms, and other amenities.
Create a meeting spot. With so many people at EDC, it’s easy to get separated from your friends. Create a meeting spot in case you get lost and are without cell service.
2. Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water. It’s important to stay hydrated at EDC, especially in the hot Las Vegas sun. Bring a refillable water bottle and fill it up often. There are also water stations located throughout the festival grounds.Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol. Sugary drinks and alcohol can dehydrate you. Stick to water, drinks with electrolytes, or use your own hydration additives. If you do choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation and be sure to eat food as well and stay hydrated.
3. Pace Yourself
Don’t try to do too much. There’s a lot to see and do at EDC, but it’s important to pace yourself. Don’t try to see every single set or dance all night long. Take breaks throughout the day to rest and cool off.Find a shady spot. If you start to feel overwhelmed, find a shady spot to relax and cool off. This will help you avoid heat illness which can be fatal. There are usually tents and hydration stations set up throughout the festival grounds that you can use for shade.
4. Be Aware of Your Surroundings
Keep an eye on your belongings. EDC is a crowded environment, so it’s important to keep an eye on your belongings. Don’t bring anything you can’t afford to lose.Be aware of your surroundings. Be aware of the people around you and be careful of pickpockets. If you see something suspicious, report it to security.
Use the buddy system. Go to EDC with a group of friends and look out for each other.
5. Dress for the Weather
Wear comfortable shoes. You’ll be doing a lot of walking and dancing at EDC, so be sure to wear comfortable, safe shoes.Wear sunscreen. Even if it’s cloudy, the sun’s rays can still be strong. Be sure to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from sunburn.
Bring layers. The weather in Las Vegas can change quickly, so it’s a good idea to bring layers of clothing. The current forecast calls for temperatures in the 90s during the day, but may dip into the 60s at night.
Injured During EDC? ER Injury Attorneys Is Here for You
If you’ve been injured at EDC, the team here at ER Injury Attorneys is available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Get your free case evaluation today by calling us at [702-878-7878](tel:7028787878) or by using LiveChat. You can also fill out a contact form to get started. ER Injury Attorneys represents accident victims throughout Southern Nevada, including Henderson, Summerlin, Pahrump, Boulder City, Laughlin, and beyond. Book your free case evaluation and consultation today and get the peace of mind you need.The information on this blog is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to serve as legal advice for an individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create an attorney-client relationship nor does viewing this material constitute an attorney-client relationship.
2024.05.29 02:14 Fine_Ad_9168 Rack box mockup
 | https://preview.redd.it/nw8atj0mb93d1.png?width=1085&format=png&auto=webp&s=f7cc9d896164e43f2f7fbf36bdaa0cb12ca9a7fe submitted by Fine_Ad_9168 to guitarrigs [link] [comments] In an effort to make the rig as easily portable and trouble-free as possible, I'm considering putting my Pedal Baby and my Phenyx Pro PTG-11 wireless receiver in a rack box. I already have the rack box (an 9" deep 4U from prospeakerparts.com) and the rackmount kit for the Pedal Baby. The PTG-11 kit shipped with a rackmount kit. I went online to a freebie rack-layout-planner site to do this mockup. From top to bottom:
Thoughts? |
2024.05.28 23:24 DaviesSan Hey MTB community I'm launching an app to help with you action cams videos
https://reddit.com/link/1d2v1pm/video/2qvzg79qh83d1/player
I've been working behind the scenes on a new desktop app for Mac and Windows that makes it easy to explore, find and edit your action cam videos. Some of the features:
🔹 Intuitive and visually-driven layout to watch all your videos
🔹 Visual sorting and categorization
🔹 Add and search tags in your videos
🔹 Watch your videos at x2 speed
🔹 View all your metadata, including telemetry and GPS location (for GoPro only currently)
🔹 Trim and create highlights
🔹 Add favourite videos and moments
🔹 Designed to handle extensive media libraries
I'm super excited that it's finally coming, so I created this video to celebrate it 😂. Would you like to try it? I have some feedback already but I'd love to get more feedback from the MTB community - the application is still free!
submitted by DaviesSan to classer [link] [comments]
I've been working behind the scenes on a new desktop app for Mac and Windows that makes it easy to explore, find and edit your action cam videos. Some of the features:
🔹 Intuitive and visually-driven layout to watch all your videos
🔹 Visual sorting and categorization
🔹 Add and search tags in your videos
🔹 Watch your videos at x2 speed
🔹 View all your metadata, including telemetry and GPS location (for GoPro only currently)
🔹 Trim and create highlights
🔹 Add favourite videos and moments
🔹 Designed to handle extensive media libraries
I'm super excited that it's finally coming, so I created this video to celebrate it 😂. Would you like to try it? I have some feedback already but I'd love to get more feedback from the MTB community - the application is still free!
2024.05.28 23:12 M1ken1ke66 [US-ID] [H] Aeroboard 70, Vintage board, keycaps, switches [W] paypal, trade
Timestanp
Thinning the collection since I had to move to something more expensive and Im satisfied with my display pieces.
I also received 2 Sealed copies of Warhammer: 40k Darktide for the Xbox Series S that were incorrectly shipped to me, and I was unable to return them, so if you'd like one with your purchase feel free to take it.
Willing to trade for:
GMK Pacific base and spacebars
TGR 910 ME v2 Suave Blue + paypal
Selling
submitted by M1ken1ke66 to mechmarket [link] [comments]
Thinning the collection since I had to move to something more expensive and Im satisfied with my display pieces.
I also received 2 Sealed copies of Warhammer: 40k Darktide for the Xbox Series S that were incorrectly shipped to me, and I was unable to return them, so if you'd like one with your purchase feel free to take it.
Willing to trade for:
GMK Pacific base and spacebars
TGR 910 ME v2 Suave Blue + paypal
Selling
| Boards | notes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroboard70 Black/Gold | 1.6mm non-flex cut pcb, Cf plate non flex cut. Flawless condition. Will come with original box, foams, pcb tape, and both sets of gaskets. Little to no use, just ended up collecting dust on display. | $500 Shipped |
| Focus Fk-2001 | Originally released in 1988. 102 Asian layout. White alps. Rescued from a bestbuy recycling bin. Restored and fully cleaned inside and out. Top case has a broken latch so front seam is slightly larger than normal. Sadly missing f2 and numlock keycaps, but is using the original rgb mods. Also has original tinted dust cover hinges, sadly no dust cover. | $65 Shipped |
| Keycaps | notes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| GMK Godspeed Columbia Base/SpacebaNovelties | Used a few times, no shine | $115 Shipped, ships in bags |
| Knockoff Midnight Rainbow | Mounted a couple times | $20 Shipped |
| Random beige/black/red 65% pbt kit | $5 | |
| MT3 Noctua Spacebars | Unopened | $10 |
| XDA Honey | Will ship in bags | $10 |
| Switches | notes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Halot1s x88 | Durock T1 Spring and Stem in Drop Halo true housings | $40 Shipped |
| Grab bag x1 | Around 30 different switches, some cheap and common, some fancier ones. | $10 or can include in purchases over $100 |
| Kailh Box Reds x90 | $5 | |
| Kailh Box Browns x67 | $5 | |
| Kailh Browns x67 | $5 |
2024.05.28 22:57 BelleMuerte Humble Bundle
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YouTube Thumbnails ($5 each, max is 10 at one time)
Channel Banners ($10)
Stream Compilation Video ($15)
Stream Layouts ($20)
Portfolio: https://bcking.carrd.co/
Payment accepted UPFRONT!
Guaranteed 5-Star Service!
Full refund policy!
Please do NOT ask for free trials or to have anything made for free.
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2024.05.28 20:54 OpenSourceGolf [Guide] I'm an Advanced Clubmaker, Here's How to Retrofit Old Clubs After a Fitting
A lot of people think that just because you go to a fitting, you're stuck buying current model year clubs and that's that. Because of inflation and the pricing of golf equipment, I have published guides to get the most bang for your buck and keep your equipment working for YOU to play.
All equipment can be retrofitted if you know what you're doing, and if you have used clubs from Ebay, here's what you'll need to get started with the absolute basics:
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All equipment can be retrofitted if you know what you're doing, and if you have used clubs from Ebay, here's what you'll need to get started with the absolute basics:
How to Translate a Fitting to Used Clubs
- Ensure the clubhead design is similar. My rule of thumb is the offset and lofts and Head Type should be similar: Ex: Srixon ZX7 -> Srixon Z745 , Taylormade P7MC, etc.
- Get your specs from your fitting on a build sheet. This will usually tell you how long each club will roughly be. This length is the assembled length with grip installed, so when you trim shafts, you will need to trim 1/8" to 1/4" short
- Buy the shaft used in the fitting through GolfWorks, Ebay, etc. If you got fit using "exotic" "made for" shafts, you will need to find a similar profile shaft at the same weight. This is why you should avoid exotic/made-for profiles as much as possible. Make sure the tip dimensions match.
- Buy the same grips. Duh
- Convert the lie spec to true measurements, IE if 1 degree flat, convert to lie of 61.5 at 37" assembled length
How to Disassemble Used Clubs
- Cut the ferrule off with a utility knife
- Heat the hosel uniformly with the torch or heat gun. If you have no desire to keep the graphite shafts, you can use a twisting motion HOWEVER be prepared for breakage and having to clean graphite shards out of the hosel. Do not overheat graphite shafts if you wish to preserve them, it will melt the resin and ruin them!
- Twist head free of the shaft, or use the graphite puller to pull it straight out.
How to Assemble New Clubs
- Weigh your clubheads and log them after they've been cleaned
- Debur and clean out hosel
- Dry assemble shaft into hosel and mark insertion depth on shaft
- Dry assemble shaft into hosel and set ruler to 1/8" to 1/4" (Depending on grip cap thickness) short of final assembled length, and mark for trimming.
- Prep tip of shaft by sanding the area under the marked depth. For graphite, sand gently and uniformly until shaft graphics coating is removed.
- Install ferrule either with or without mixed epoxy. I usually just put it on, and push the head down until it can't go anymore.
- Mix epoxy according to requirements and apply to both shaft tip and inside hosel bore. I recommend you not epoxy the last 1/8" of the shaft tip to prevent as much epoxy from going up the tip section.
- Install shaft tip weights if desired (I usually don't because lead tape is easier to remove)
- While assembling shaft with epoxy, twist to force air out of bore up through shaft.
- Orient shaft graphics with respect to hosel and let club stand and cure according to time requirement.
- After curing, sand ferrule shoulder to blend in to hosel.
- Use sparse acetone perpendicular to sanding direction to smooth out sanding lines
- Trim shaft to length using hacksaw, then debur with pipe deburring tool or sand paper.
- Using a grip that's been cut in half, check to see if final assembled length has been reached. If not, continue trimming as necessary. This is also where you do your "heft test" to confirm the club weight feels the best. If the club feels too light, stop trimming and add 1g strips of lead tape until the MOI of the club reaches your desired value. If the club is too heavy, remove lead tape in 1g increments, or trim shaft in 1/16" increments and repeat as necessary. Ideally, you will want the heft of your irons to approximately be the same.
- Once happy with the heft test, proceed to grip install.
- Measure 1" from shaft end and make sure it matches grip inside diameter, ex: 0.6". Build up with tape as necessary to meet this value.
- Install double sided grip tape, activate with mineral spirits, and put mineral spirits into your grip and then slide them on.
A Note on Swingweight
You will have noticed in this guide I did not refer to swingweight. That's because if you have 2 different clubs with the same swingweight, it's very possible that they feel different. The term for the feeling that is measured is MOI, which measures the torque input of the golf club. If you use the exact same shaft and grip from your fitting, your swingweight will be very close if it's specified. If not, don't worry about it, and base your final club lengths and assemblies and weights around the heft test. This is MOI that you feel, and if you get it pretty close on an iron set, you will find if you measure the swingweights they will progress as the clubs get shorter, EX: D1 - D4. A word of caution: While using heavier grips can reduce the swingweight value, they will NOT reduce the MOI value and instead will increase it. Keep this in mind should you desire to switch grip weights.Post-Assembly Work
Go hit the clubs and adjust the lies and lofts as necessary. If you bend the loft strong, you will add offset and the face will close more. If you weaken them, you will remove offset and the face will flay open more. Adjust lie so that the wear pattern of the sole approximates to parallel-flat grooves to prevent odd turf behavior.2024.05.28 20:08 jnordwick QMK Q10 Pro alice keyboard just died
Edit: I think it is a Q8 Pro actually. qmk listed it as that. I've been using QMK configurator for a while instead of self building. I did everything as I normally do, but this time something went wrong it seems.
I've probably flashed 100 a times and it never had a problem, but this time whne I did, the lights never came back on and it isn'n working. I keep trying to flash it, but I get this same thing every time:
``` Flashing binary firmware... Please reset your keyboard into bootloader mode now! Press Ctrl-C to exit.
dfu-util 0.11
Copyright 2005-2009 Weston Schmidt, Harald Welte and OpenMoko Inc. Copyright 2010-2021 Tormod Volden and Stefan Schmidt This program is Free Software and has ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY Please report bugs to http://sourceforge.net/p/dfu-util/tickets/
Opening DFU capable USB device... Device ID 0483:df11 Device DFU version 011a Claiming USB DFU Interface... Setting Alternate Interface #0 ... Determining device status... DFU state(10) = dfuERROR, status(10) = Device's firmware is corrupt. It cannot return to run-time (non-DFU) operations Clearing status Determining device status... DFU state(2) = dfuIDLE, status(0) = No error condition is present DFU mode device DFU version 011a Device returned transfer size 2048 DfuSe interface name: "Internal Flash " Downloading element to address = 0x08000000, size = 46484 Erase [=========================] 100% 46484 bytes Erase done. Download [=========================] 100% 46484 bytes Download done. File downloaded successfully Submitting leave request... Transitioning to dfuMANIFEST state ```
i keep seeing things about holding down Fn and some other keys, but I'm not sure what the Fn key is (they layout is very heavily modified so might not even exist). I also see references to a switch on the PCB. Any help?
submitted by jnordwick to Keychron [link] [comments]
I've probably flashed 100 a times and it never had a problem, but this time whne I did, the lights never came back on and it isn'n working. I keep trying to flash it, but I get this same thing every time:
``` Flashing binary firmware... Please reset your keyboard into bootloader mode now! Press Ctrl-C to exit.
dfu-util 0.11
Copyright 2005-2009 Weston Schmidt, Harald Welte and OpenMoko Inc. Copyright 2010-2021 Tormod Volden and Stefan Schmidt This program is Free Software and has ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY Please report bugs to http://sourceforge.net/p/dfu-util/tickets/
Opening DFU capable USB device... Device ID 0483:df11 Device DFU version 011a Claiming USB DFU Interface... Setting Alternate Interface #0 ... Determining device status... DFU state(10) = dfuERROR, status(10) = Device's firmware is corrupt. It cannot return to run-time (non-DFU) operations Clearing status Determining device status... DFU state(2) = dfuIDLE, status(0) = No error condition is present DFU mode device DFU version 011a Device returned transfer size 2048 DfuSe interface name: "Internal Flash " Downloading element to address = 0x08000000, size = 46484 Erase [=========================] 100% 46484 bytes Erase done. Download [=========================] 100% 46484 bytes Download done. File downloaded successfully Submitting leave request... Transitioning to dfuMANIFEST state ```
i keep seeing things about holding down Fn and some other keys, but I'm not sure what the Fn key is (they layout is very heavily modified so might not even exist). I also see references to a switch on the PCB. Any help?
2024.05.28 19:48 ririyare Coverup or Remove?
 | I was scared to post because maybe the artist has reddit but I don’t really care anymore. I showed him an idea of the layout I wanted. He said it’s ugly because it’s spaced out and “that looks dumb.” And he suggested to let him do it his own way or find another person to do. He was doing like a free tattoo for me because we’re acquainted and he said I’d look good with his art. I was like okay cool I trust an experienced artist, he’d know better than me. This is a known artist with 20+ years of experience so I expected better. His other stuff didn’t look like this. 2nd slide was the inspo. Wtf do I do? My arm is swollen in the pic because I just got that flower added, but everything pictured has been done the past couple of days by him. Can this be covered and not look insanely huge? Or should I look into removal? I want to cry. I’m scared to tell him because he’ll catch an attitude. submitted by ririyare to tattooadvice [link] [comments] |
2024.05.28 19:41 neovulcan Just finished XIII again
Revised Rankings
In a previous post, I had XIII as S tier, and I realize after replaying that that appraisal included a significant amount of head-canon. Curious what the behind-the-scenes story is on XIII-1, as there's a lot of evidence it was cut short in development - cut scenes that don't fully support the story, characters not properly fleshed out, and even the equipment progression leaves you with nothing new to fight once you have top tier equipment.
The pros:
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In a previous post, I had XIII as S tier, and I realize after replaying that that appraisal included a significant amount of head-canon. Curious what the behind-the-scenes story is on XIII-1, as there's a lot of evidence it was cut short in development - cut scenes that don't fully support the story, characters not properly fleshed out, and even the equipment progression leaves you with nothing new to fight once you have top tier equipment.
The pros:
- Excellent artwork - the majesty of Final Fantasy really shows through in every shot. Beautiful landscapes. Intricate detailed character models. Smooth well-choreographed action. This was easily the prettiest Final Fantasy when first released, and still holds its own today.
- Fantastic soundtrack - violins in the battle brought both intensity and zen, which had to have to taken lots of trial and error to find. That or brilliance. Either way, this is amongst the best music in franchise already known for excellent music. Wouldn't mind seeing this in concert.
- Paradigm Battle System with 3 characters - battles can move so much faster if you only have to input commands for one character, and measuring healing spells was never that much fun anyway. Choose a paradigm with a medic or don't. Synergize/sabotage as appropriate. Hunker down or exploit as appropriate. There's an added rush to making these decisions in the moment, yet not so rushed it's unmanageable. Perhaps not for someone's first JRPG, but a welcome reprieve after playing many.
- Well balanced ensemble cast - male/female, tall/meek, militant/civilian, old/young - so many great points of representation and inclusion for fans of all walks of life.
- Compelling prediction for the future - took a while to realize, but Pulse is what Earth might look like in 500,000 or 1,000,000 years, while Cocoon is what we might terraform the moon into in the same timeframe. Couple that with humanity's growing laziness and the poweautonomy of the Fal'Cie make a lot more sense. Even "gaining a focus" pairs well with how we need a "human in the loop" for these massive AI projects. Totally believable that being the human to focus a Fal'Cie could get corrupted into the Fal'Cie focusing the human instead. Suppose this is where my head-canon starts, as this supposition isn't made entirely clear.
- Lightning could've easily been fleshed out so much better. From our initial cutscene showcasing her speed, athleticism, close quarters engagements, and iconic red "flag", her role in a military role could easily be the one to blitz the front line and dispatch enemy leadership. Capitalize on all of this with a simple backstory on why she doesn't take the safer route of sniping to accomplish the same goal - her parents were assassinated by a sniper for their political beliefs. Easy to weave in some simple basic concepts like "governments should be afraid of their citizens" inspiring both the cowardly sniper as well as Lightning's disdain for such dishonorable tactics. I could totally hear her saying something like "my enemies will know it's come to violence and they'll see me coming - they just won't be quick enough to do anything about it". Could've been a nice flashback to her taking down the politician who ordered her parents' execution. Then, as the story progresses, she sees her unit taking down people that were too similar to her parents - nonviolent and merely too loudly opposed to those in power. Wouldn't be hard to walk the dog how she comes to the same strong conclusion by her own experiences that her parents advocated for so long ago - "governments should be afraid of their citizens".
- Hope should've died instead of Norah. Our intro showed so many child soldiers, and it's a great issue to address being as it's prevalent around the world, yet ignore the issue of child soldier casualties completely with the deflection to the momentary courage of one mother. The dialogue between a grieving mother and the hot-head that got her son killed would've been so much more compelling than Hope's "finding his voice" scenes. Hope didn't really bond with anyone anyway, and we could've seen some compelling dialogue between Norah and Sazh, Norah and Lightning, etc.
- Dajh becoming l'Cie was just too sad. Too young to understand what's going on (which also disqualifies him from my head-canon on Fal'Cie above), and that widening father-son gap due to already abstract circumstances is enough to pull you out of the experience. It's one thing for a young adult to make decisions and pay for them, but Dajh was not nearly old enough to make or comprehend anything remotely adult.
- Missions were entirely too challenging in Chapter 11, and arguably not even worth it post game. Getting close to 100% on missions and story elements, and still not remotely close to a single Trapezohedron or a level 5 in any role on the Crystarium. If I do grind until those ultimate weapons, will there be any time to enjoy them? I feel like I'm only halfway through my development tree with no more story to engage. Would be nice to get a free Growth Egg in maybe Chapter 6, and let the egg stack with the the one from Mission 55 when/if that happens.
- Layout was not intuitive at all. Grabbed a guide way too often, simply to find the next Cieth stone, and I still couldn't tell you which area is beyond the yellow dashes on my mini-map. A better large map, and preferably being able to accept the next mission without finding the stone would be great. Finding stones was not fun, especially when you find the same one over and over again.
- For the XIII series: dropping characters was just terrible. After getting comfortable with 3 person paradigms, was really hoping to see 4 person paradigms in XIII-2. Got well past the halfway point before realizing we'd never even get back to 3 person paradigms. If we ever get a remake of the XIII series, the first game only needs the minor changes listed above, but I'd greatly appreciate rewriting XIII-2 and beyond from scratch.
- FF7R-CC is a strong consideration. FF7R was excellent, and I figure this will likely scratch the itch.
- FF1 replay is a mild consideration. Just replayed FF3 and FF5 not long ago, and this might feel like a downgrade compared to memory, but I don't remember quite enough for one of the challenges (4 white mages, 1 red mage, etc).
- Chained Echoes has some great reviews from the Chrono Trigger community. I know it's not Final Fantasy, and I've been disappointed with similar reviews (Sea of Stars).
2024.05.28 18:45 heartwithseoul Seeking setup advice (primarily tower/monitor(s) placement)
 | Hi, I currently have a home office I use for work as well as personal/gaming/streaming. However, after I upgrade/fix some issues with my PC (resulting in it becoming inverted), my current selected tower placement (mini itx size) will have it venting against the wall. I'd love to hear suggestions on 1. new placement for my PC that will give it better airflow once inverted and 2. how I could potentially incorporate an extra monitor (doesn't have to be full size, can be oriented vertically) into the arrangement. Feel free to draw on the pic with a new layout as I am a visual person. submitted by heartwithseoul to desksetup [link] [comments] I don't want to simply 'extend everything toward the right' because it's uncomfortable to sit with the desk legs right in the middle. On the flip side I understand removing the shelving unit directly to the left of my PC would give me more real estate in the corner section of the desk to move things around, but I like displaying my stuff so I'd really like to avoid that if possible... 🥲 Thank you for your time. https://preview.redd.it/9zyawqr1473d1.jpg?width=2644&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=94ef77ac2a8f04415a70268e5ba85242aaea9bc9 |
2024.05.28 18:42 durianpeople Use ChatGPT as your town's citizens?
Just a late night thought I think I'd throw here in case anyone wants to try (I haven't)
There have been youtubers tasking ChatGPT to be mayor of a city. But now, given the GPT 4o is now free, and that it can take images as input, I'm thinking if having ChatGPT to roleplay as citizen would be great?
Some scenarios: - You, as a mayor, submits a proposal for citizens to vote on (attach screenshot of the district and some sketches on top, along with other descriptions). If majority approves, you proceed the project - You describe the state of your town (current demands, city layout, education, facilities etc), and ask your citizen what aspirations they might have. Then make a proposal (like the first point)
Maybe there are other interesting scenarios?
submitted by durianpeople to CitiesSkylines [link] [comments]
There have been youtubers tasking ChatGPT to be mayor of a city. But now, given the GPT 4o is now free, and that it can take images as input, I'm thinking if having ChatGPT to roleplay as citizen would be great?
Some scenarios: - You, as a mayor, submits a proposal for citizens to vote on (attach screenshot of the district and some sketches on top, along with other descriptions). If majority approves, you proceed the project - You describe the state of your town (current demands, city layout, education, facilities etc), and ask your citizen what aspirations they might have. Then make a proposal (like the first point)
Maybe there are other interesting scenarios?
2024.05.28 18:41 bluegrassresidences Bluegrass Residences: 4 BHK Apartment Floor Plan
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Choosing a 4 BHK apartment at Bluegrass Residences means investing in a lifestyle of sophistication and convenience. The combination of thoughtfully designed floor plans, premium features, and prime location makes it an ideal choice for those looking to elevate their living experience.
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2024.05.28 18:05 Laviniathewitch Money isnt even the main issue
Dont get me wrong, the whole gem system is so bad and is a money grab. But they already made gems a big part of the game and they see nothing wrong with it so it wont be changing any time soon. Yes you can unlock everything for free in like 3 replays but we shouldnt need to do that. And if moonvale is going to have 10 chapters, do they expect us to replay from start to finish around 30 times??
but all that aside. Moonvale as a whole sucks. It looks like them cheap games youd get ads for. I feel like a big reason for duskwoods success is due to how realistic it is. In moonvale, the chats dont look real, the gems and coins are big and is a reminder that its just a game. I hate the achievement part because it makes me feel like im just completing tasks for gems rather than solving a case. The ai looks so bad and makes me feel like im talking to bots, like ethical issues aside, ai makes the game look tacky and cheap. The characters also dont have profiles unlike duskwood which also makes me feel like im talking to a c.ai bot. The entire layout feels like just another game. duskwood felt real because of how simple it was, but theres way too much things going on in moonvales layout. I doubt its even a funding issue, because it cost more to do that and add those extra things.
also the story it self is badly written. Why is everyone just okay with me being in the group with no concern. Why does no one ses how suspicious i am? There was literally an a letter for me in adams car and im claiming i dont know him. why am i even in the group, im not helping with anything unlike duskwood were i was involved in the investigation from the start. Also they just accepted that i knew someone was in the forest and no one questioned me or asked about it afterwards? what is even the point of minigames? We're just playing candy crush while eric is looking for his friend😭 and how can we spy on chats? Jake isnt even here and it makes no sense for the storyline. We did it in duskwood for clues thanks to jake. But adam isnt kidnapped and clearly has his phone and even called us a couple times. The characters themselves are badly written. Each duskwood character had a personality, even lilly. But moonvale characters are bland and boring, it seems like the devs tried basing charlie on dan/richy and ash on cleo/jessy but it turned badly. Not mentioning the cringy slang, 'bozo' 'yapping' 'word' like come on that made me put my phone down for a second. Moonvale just gives episode/c.ai vibes rather than a realistic detective game
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but all that aside. Moonvale as a whole sucks. It looks like them cheap games youd get ads for. I feel like a big reason for duskwoods success is due to how realistic it is. In moonvale, the chats dont look real, the gems and coins are big and is a reminder that its just a game. I hate the achievement part because it makes me feel like im just completing tasks for gems rather than solving a case. The ai looks so bad and makes me feel like im talking to bots, like ethical issues aside, ai makes the game look tacky and cheap. The characters also dont have profiles unlike duskwood which also makes me feel like im talking to a c.ai bot. The entire layout feels like just another game. duskwood felt real because of how simple it was, but theres way too much things going on in moonvales layout. I doubt its even a funding issue, because it cost more to do that and add those extra things.
also the story it self is badly written. Why is everyone just okay with me being in the group with no concern. Why does no one ses how suspicious i am? There was literally an a letter for me in adams car and im claiming i dont know him. why am i even in the group, im not helping with anything unlike duskwood were i was involved in the investigation from the start. Also they just accepted that i knew someone was in the forest and no one questioned me or asked about it afterwards? what is even the point of minigames? We're just playing candy crush while eric is looking for his friend😭 and how can we spy on chats? Jake isnt even here and it makes no sense for the storyline. We did it in duskwood for clues thanks to jake. But adam isnt kidnapped and clearly has his phone and even called us a couple times. The characters themselves are badly written. Each duskwood character had a personality, even lilly. But moonvale characters are bland and boring, it seems like the devs tried basing charlie on dan/richy and ash on cleo/jessy but it turned badly. Not mentioning the cringy slang, 'bozo' 'yapping' 'word' like come on that made me put my phone down for a second. Moonvale just gives episode/c.ai vibes rather than a realistic detective game
2024.05.28 17:28 Motionez Monthly festival discussion JUNE
Hello there! Another month, another festival discussion. Here to inform you on some of best there is in June. Am I missing something? Share it in the comments!
The battle for Pentecost is over. Awakenings Upclose, Lentekabinet, De Zon, Komm Schönn Alter and more. Where did you go and how was it? I went to Awakenings Upclose and Kraft und Licht festival. Wildly different, but both great experiences. Musically Awakenings Upclose (only Saturday for me) was outstanding with mesmerizing sets by Polar Inertia, Jeans, Yanamaste, Norbak x Quelza and Spekki Webu. Read mostly positive reviews on here as well. Der Hintergarten’s summer opening turned out to be a very social affair for me, lovely vibes all around with a lot of known faces. CEM hadme dancing my ass off front row for the last hour. Had to cancel my trip to Horst but only heard very positive feedback so will give it another try next year.
What’s next?
JUNE – the festivals_all_over_the_netherlands edition Where May was mostly an Amsterdam based affair, June takes you all over our country with 7 (!) different cities hosting a festival mentioned in this discussion. Out of the seven highlighted, only one is actually located in Amsterdam. Good thing we are lucky with so many amazing clubs, so if you are afraid to travel beyond the ring to satisfy your knaldrang you’ll be finding plenty of opportunities in 020.
Let me preface that in this case I haven’t been to most festivals in this list (yet) so cannot account for the crowd and vibe. If you want to chime in, please do!
909 festival (Amsterdam) Saturday & Sunday 1st and 2nd of June – Saturday sold out, Sunday NOT sold out (42 €)
Two days of techno in Amsterdam’s greatest park, Amsterdamse Bos. 909 brings a minimalistic festival and stage design and a (very) mature crowd, which shows in the lineup with a lot of oldskool legends. Fortunately also some younger talent to attract some new visitors. On Saturday Chlär, D.Dan, Lobster, Beste Hira and more are playing alongside oldies Adam Beyer, Bart Skills, Octave One and Speedy J. Sunday musically offers a more diverse lineup with Mathew Jonson live, Jennifer Cardini, Maceo Plex and Elias Mazian playing besides Liebing b2b Slater, Dettmann b2b Klock and Rødhåd (unfortunately isn’t closing u/MrPotatooo ☹ if only you could see him play somewhere soon)
The Crave (The Hague) Saturday 1st of June – sold out (67€)
Probably the most exciting electronic festival of the Westcoast for June. Quality artists across five stages, mesmerizing light installations, forest into crosswalks into simple but effective stage designs. Don’t be late, some festival openers are worth the visit themselves: Spekki Webu, Agy3na, Lobster are all opening stages. Interesting choice by Daria Kolosova for her stage: VEL > Kettama > Francois X > SPDFJ & Kolosova. Techno meets poppy high bpm edits. Good luck choosing a where you end your day with Hector Oaks, Mall Grab, SPFDJ/Kolosova, Jeans and Fafi Abdel Nour all getting the honor to close a stage, can’t go wrong.
TikTok Techno rivals Free Your Mind & Verknipt Festival
Two of hardtechno’s biggest torch bearers are hosting two festival weekends. Saturday’s FYM festival seems, similarly to 909, be focusing on some older artists and perhaps crowd. Chris Liebing, Joris Voorn, Jamie Jones, Len Faki, Maceo Plex, Loco Dice and Richie Hawtin. What is this, Ibiza in 2015? Sunday its all out on the harder styles with 6EJOU, 9x9, Dyen, Fatima Haji, I Hate Models, Kobosil, Paul Kalkbrenner (not hard I know), Reinier Zonneveld, Shlomo, TRYM and much more. PLEASE if someone knows how much their total programming costs tell me, this looks like one of the most expensive weekends bookingwise I’ve ever seen for electronic music in NL.
Verknipt: I don’t know many artists in this genre so I’ll just sum up the once I do know by name to give an impression. Saturday: Funk Tribu, Dion, Shlomo, Stan Christ, AnD b2b Don Woezik. Sunday: Anxhela, Alignment, 6EJOU, Oguz, Sara Landry, Raxeller, Ketting. As expected, a very young crowd, quite simple stage design and a bit of an unpractical layout of the venue.
Plenty of hardtechno sets to choose from
Free Your Mind Festival (Arnhem) Saturday & Sunday 1st and 2nd of June – Saturday sold out, Sunday available for € 54
Verknipt Festivalv (Utrecht) Saturday & Sunday 8th and 9th of June – Saturday sold out, Sunday available for € 80
Ohm Festival (Delft) Saturday 8th of June – NOT sold out (50€)
Ohm is Zeezout’s spiritual sibling in Delft. Expect a younger, student crowd which the lineup is perfectly curated for. Your hip bouncy and trancy stage with Benwal, Bad Boombox and more, a(nother) TikTok techno stage with Cynthia Spiering, CLTX and others. Heavy hitters Carista & Skin On Skin are there as well. Oh and a stage with Lola Edo, DJ Europarking and then Floid (live) closing? Not sure how that works out but all three are talented within their own genre.
Lago Lago (near Doetinchem) Friday 28th – Sunday 30th of June (weekender sold out, Sunday ticket available for 70€)
“A multi day festival holiday” is perfect advertisement for Lago Lago. Love to party a few days in a row, but enjoy some of the more luxurious amenities? Or simply on the boomer side of life and can’t handle a rough-in-the-mud 4-day festival experience? At Lago Lago you can sleep in bungalows, dine at restaurants, go to a bowling alley and even go to the spa. All this next to a serene lake and a killer programming (for those that are OK without techno on the lineup)? I haven’t been myself but have heard great things from friends. And as the organization is also behind Georgie’s Wundergarten, I am convinced they know how to work their magic with the festival site.
Personally I am a big sucker for all things Giegling, so seeing Dustin, Map.ache, Leafar Legov and Konstantin spread out on the line-up is a big appeal, iykyk. Other artists worth checking out: Roi Perez (last year ADE’s musical highlight for me on the Sunday of DS at Het Muzieklokaal), DJ Seinfeld, Trouw legends Olaf Boswijk & Elias Mazian, trance queen Courtesyv, daytime happiness with Kamma & Masalo into David Vunk B2b Dj Sweet6teen, visual installation by Boris Acket and a lot of live acts that I’ve never heard about.
Drift (Nijmegen) Saturday 8th of June – NOT sold out (49€)
Another great festival outside of the Randstad. Progressive sounds, unique stage designs and A/V installations (according to their website, haven’t been myself). FreddyK, Nijmegen resident Tripeo, Vladimir Dubyshkin, ROD and Lady Starlight will bring their signature sounds. Other high BPM styles will be brought to you by Eva Vrijdag, Julian Muller and Sensation White-like trance band SUPERSTRINGS. And then there is Sochi Terada’s live act, Hunee and Fafi Abdel Nour to elevate you to high levels of happiness.
Beyond our borders I am going to use a metaphor to tell you something about these festivals. Michelin is a tire company that started an award system for the best restaurants in the world ranging from one to three stars. They used to have a simple explanation on the differentiation of the award system. One star: A very good restaurant in its category and worth the visit if you’re in town. Two stars: Excellent cooking, worth a detour on your way to a different destination. Three stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey of itself. The two festivals below are a very special journey and if you haven’t made any holiday/festival plans yet these are worth considering.
Fusion Festival – Northeastern Germany Wednesday 26th- Sunday 30th of June sold out (220€)
Berlin’s (club) culture embodied into a gigantic festival. Free spirited, slightly anarchistic/political in vibes, edgy, alternative and absolutely overwhelming. If you don’t like parties that are too big, don’t go here. I went to Fusion in 2016 and there were more than 15 stages back then I believe, absolutely ridiculous. But man, was it a magnificent experience. The no-security-guards/’open’ medicine usage policy was something I hadn’t seen before. The stage design was very diverse and in some cases phenomenal. Seeing the dragons on the Turmbuhne stage spitting fire for the first time was magical. The crowd is alternative and all over the places, but energetic, enthusiastic and devoted to what Fusion stands for. Even the (all veggie) food was fantastic, freshly made pizza slides for breakfast, lunch and dinner. No line-up announcement yet, but expect a wide spectrum of electronic and alternative music. The festival rewards those who just wander around!
No artists announced yet, no aftermovies available. After a quick search this old video showcases the diversity in sound, stages, people and art at least for a little bit.
The festival always works with a raffle, similar to Wildeburg, and it is sold out. Only through their own website you can obtain a ticket by using their reselling system. GL !
Waking Life Festival – Crato, Portugal Wednesday 19th to Monday 14th of June NOT sold out (250€)
A community driven, creative and experimentative midsummer festival located at a lake in inlands Portugal. I haven’t looked forward to a festival this much since forever. The festival brings a free spirited people, an intimate location and musically a beautiful experience. Personally really excited to go to one of the ‘homes’ of Giegling, who are hosting a stage all week long. If I am already excited with what they do for a first time experience with a location like Noordwaards, then I can’t imagine the height’s of quality they’ll bring here. Map.ache and Leafar Legov’s live sets are always must-sees for me. But there is a LOT more to discover. I will 100% be checking out Dasha Rush, Garçon (heard great things after the last edition of Ratherlost), Gigi FM, Marco Shuttle and Mama Snake (<3) on the techno side of things. And I will finally see an artist that has eluded me for far too long, Pano legend Cormac. I’ve listened to this Cormac essential mix at least 20 times, especially the first hour is pure ecstasy. Upsammy, Livwutang, Mad Miran, Djrum, Ben Ufo and more will be bringing you non-traditional rhythms. Curious if Kamaal Williams will appear on the timetable… And so much more to discover that I’ve never heard about. Also excited about their no video policy, should create an intimate and freeing setting.
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That’s it for June! If I’ve missed out on a festival let me know in the comments. And in general curious to know what everyone’s plans are !
x Motionez
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The battle for Pentecost is over. Awakenings Upclose, Lentekabinet, De Zon, Komm Schönn Alter and more. Where did you go and how was it? I went to Awakenings Upclose and Kraft und Licht festival. Wildly different, but both great experiences. Musically Awakenings Upclose (only Saturday for me) was outstanding with mesmerizing sets by Polar Inertia, Jeans, Yanamaste, Norbak x Quelza and Spekki Webu. Read mostly positive reviews on here as well. Der Hintergarten’s summer opening turned out to be a very social affair for me, lovely vibes all around with a lot of known faces. CEM hadme dancing my ass off front row for the last hour. Had to cancel my trip to Horst but only heard very positive feedback so will give it another try next year.
What’s next?
JUNE – the festivals_all_over_the_netherlands edition Where May was mostly an Amsterdam based affair, June takes you all over our country with 7 (!) different cities hosting a festival mentioned in this discussion. Out of the seven highlighted, only one is actually located in Amsterdam. Good thing we are lucky with so many amazing clubs, so if you are afraid to travel beyond the ring to satisfy your knaldrang you’ll be finding plenty of opportunities in 020.
Let me preface that in this case I haven’t been to most festivals in this list (yet) so cannot account for the crowd and vibe. If you want to chime in, please do!
909 festival (Amsterdam) Saturday & Sunday 1st and 2nd of June – Saturday sold out, Sunday NOT sold out (42 €)
Two days of techno in Amsterdam’s greatest park, Amsterdamse Bos. 909 brings a minimalistic festival and stage design and a (very) mature crowd, which shows in the lineup with a lot of oldskool legends. Fortunately also some younger talent to attract some new visitors. On Saturday Chlär, D.Dan, Lobster, Beste Hira and more are playing alongside oldies Adam Beyer, Bart Skills, Octave One and Speedy J. Sunday musically offers a more diverse lineup with Mathew Jonson live, Jennifer Cardini, Maceo Plex and Elias Mazian playing besides Liebing b2b Slater, Dettmann b2b Klock and Rødhåd (unfortunately isn’t closing u/MrPotatooo ☹ if only you could see him play somewhere soon)
The Crave (The Hague) Saturday 1st of June – sold out (67€)
Probably the most exciting electronic festival of the Westcoast for June. Quality artists across five stages, mesmerizing light installations, forest into crosswalks into simple but effective stage designs. Don’t be late, some festival openers are worth the visit themselves: Spekki Webu, Agy3na, Lobster are all opening stages. Interesting choice by Daria Kolosova for her stage: VEL > Kettama > Francois X > SPDFJ & Kolosova. Techno meets poppy high bpm edits. Good luck choosing a where you end your day with Hector Oaks, Mall Grab, SPFDJ/Kolosova, Jeans and Fafi Abdel Nour all getting the honor to close a stage, can’t go wrong.
TikTok Techno rivals Free Your Mind & Verknipt Festival
Two of hardtechno’s biggest torch bearers are hosting two festival weekends. Saturday’s FYM festival seems, similarly to 909, be focusing on some older artists and perhaps crowd. Chris Liebing, Joris Voorn, Jamie Jones, Len Faki, Maceo Plex, Loco Dice and Richie Hawtin. What is this, Ibiza in 2015? Sunday its all out on the harder styles with 6EJOU, 9x9, Dyen, Fatima Haji, I Hate Models, Kobosil, Paul Kalkbrenner (not hard I know), Reinier Zonneveld, Shlomo, TRYM and much more. PLEASE if someone knows how much their total programming costs tell me, this looks like one of the most expensive weekends bookingwise I’ve ever seen for electronic music in NL.
Verknipt: I don’t know many artists in this genre so I’ll just sum up the once I do know by name to give an impression. Saturday: Funk Tribu, Dion, Shlomo, Stan Christ, AnD b2b Don Woezik. Sunday: Anxhela, Alignment, 6EJOU, Oguz, Sara Landry, Raxeller, Ketting. As expected, a very young crowd, quite simple stage design and a bit of an unpractical layout of the venue.
Plenty of hardtechno sets to choose from
Free Your Mind Festival (Arnhem) Saturday & Sunday 1st and 2nd of June – Saturday sold out, Sunday available for € 54
Verknipt Festivalv (Utrecht) Saturday & Sunday 8th and 9th of June – Saturday sold out, Sunday available for € 80
Ohm Festival (Delft) Saturday 8th of June – NOT sold out (50€)
Ohm is Zeezout’s spiritual sibling in Delft. Expect a younger, student crowd which the lineup is perfectly curated for. Your hip bouncy and trancy stage with Benwal, Bad Boombox and more, a(nother) TikTok techno stage with Cynthia Spiering, CLTX and others. Heavy hitters Carista & Skin On Skin are there as well. Oh and a stage with Lola Edo, DJ Europarking and then Floid (live) closing? Not sure how that works out but all three are talented within their own genre.
Lago Lago (near Doetinchem) Friday 28th – Sunday 30th of June (weekender sold out, Sunday ticket available for 70€)
“A multi day festival holiday” is perfect advertisement for Lago Lago. Love to party a few days in a row, but enjoy some of the more luxurious amenities? Or simply on the boomer side of life and can’t handle a rough-in-the-mud 4-day festival experience? At Lago Lago you can sleep in bungalows, dine at restaurants, go to a bowling alley and even go to the spa. All this next to a serene lake and a killer programming (for those that are OK without techno on the lineup)? I haven’t been myself but have heard great things from friends. And as the organization is also behind Georgie’s Wundergarten, I am convinced they know how to work their magic with the festival site.
Personally I am a big sucker for all things Giegling, so seeing Dustin, Map.ache, Leafar Legov and Konstantin spread out on the line-up is a big appeal, iykyk. Other artists worth checking out: Roi Perez (last year ADE’s musical highlight for me on the Sunday of DS at Het Muzieklokaal), DJ Seinfeld, Trouw legends Olaf Boswijk & Elias Mazian, trance queen Courtesyv, daytime happiness with Kamma & Masalo into David Vunk B2b Dj Sweet6teen, visual installation by Boris Acket and a lot of live acts that I’ve never heard about.
Drift (Nijmegen) Saturday 8th of June – NOT sold out (49€)
Another great festival outside of the Randstad. Progressive sounds, unique stage designs and A/V installations (according to their website, haven’t been myself). FreddyK, Nijmegen resident Tripeo, Vladimir Dubyshkin, ROD and Lady Starlight will bring their signature sounds. Other high BPM styles will be brought to you by Eva Vrijdag, Julian Muller and Sensation White-like trance band SUPERSTRINGS. And then there is Sochi Terada’s live act, Hunee and Fafi Abdel Nour to elevate you to high levels of happiness.
Beyond our borders I am going to use a metaphor to tell you something about these festivals. Michelin is a tire company that started an award system for the best restaurants in the world ranging from one to three stars. They used to have a simple explanation on the differentiation of the award system. One star: A very good restaurant in its category and worth the visit if you’re in town. Two stars: Excellent cooking, worth a detour on your way to a different destination. Three stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey of itself. The two festivals below are a very special journey and if you haven’t made any holiday/festival plans yet these are worth considering.
Fusion Festival – Northeastern Germany Wednesday 26th- Sunday 30th of June sold out (220€)
Berlin’s (club) culture embodied into a gigantic festival. Free spirited, slightly anarchistic/political in vibes, edgy, alternative and absolutely overwhelming. If you don’t like parties that are too big, don’t go here. I went to Fusion in 2016 and there were more than 15 stages back then I believe, absolutely ridiculous. But man, was it a magnificent experience. The no-security-guards/’open’ medicine usage policy was something I hadn’t seen before. The stage design was very diverse and in some cases phenomenal. Seeing the dragons on the Turmbuhne stage spitting fire for the first time was magical. The crowd is alternative and all over the places, but energetic, enthusiastic and devoted to what Fusion stands for. Even the (all veggie) food was fantastic, freshly made pizza slides for breakfast, lunch and dinner. No line-up announcement yet, but expect a wide spectrum of electronic and alternative music. The festival rewards those who just wander around!
No artists announced yet, no aftermovies available. After a quick search this old video showcases the diversity in sound, stages, people and art at least for a little bit.
The festival always works with a raffle, similar to Wildeburg, and it is sold out. Only through their own website you can obtain a ticket by using their reselling system. GL !
Waking Life Festival – Crato, Portugal Wednesday 19th to Monday 14th of June NOT sold out (250€)
A community driven, creative and experimentative midsummer festival located at a lake in inlands Portugal. I haven’t looked forward to a festival this much since forever. The festival brings a free spirited people, an intimate location and musically a beautiful experience. Personally really excited to go to one of the ‘homes’ of Giegling, who are hosting a stage all week long. If I am already excited with what they do for a first time experience with a location like Noordwaards, then I can’t imagine the height’s of quality they’ll bring here. Map.ache and Leafar Legov’s live sets are always must-sees for me. But there is a LOT more to discover. I will 100% be checking out Dasha Rush, Garçon (heard great things after the last edition of Ratherlost), Gigi FM, Marco Shuttle and Mama Snake (<3) on the techno side of things. And I will finally see an artist that has eluded me for far too long, Pano legend Cormac. I’ve listened to this Cormac essential mix at least 20 times, especially the first hour is pure ecstasy. Upsammy, Livwutang, Mad Miran, Djrum, Ben Ufo and more will be bringing you non-traditional rhythms. Curious if Kamaal Williams will appear on the timetable… And so much more to discover that I’ve never heard about. Also excited about their no video policy, should create an intimate and freeing setting.
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That’s it for June! If I’ve missed out on a festival let me know in the comments. And in general curious to know what everyone’s plans are !
x Motionez
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2024.05.28 16:22 Significant-Usual-98 Noah The Pilgrim - Chapter 1-4: The Kidnapping
Noah The Pilgrim
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“NOAH."
You jerk back into consciousness.
"LUCK WAS ON OUR SIDE, YOU HAVE MADE IT WITHOUT A SCRATCH THROUGH THE JUMP."
FYARN's voice was akin to a hammer hitting the back of your head. The headache you woke up feeling only appeared to have worsened after that lucid dream.
You feel the urge to vomit, but vomiting inside the suit would be un-ideal.
Instead, you choose to focus on what's around you.
For starters, the window is gone. The terminals are all floating about, smashed, and bent out of shape.
From the hole where the window should have been, you see only colorful dots and shapes. A scene, as beautiful as it is terrifying.
Such was the nature of space.
You unbuckle your seat belt.
"Lucky me..."
You could see light, brighter than the stars in the distance. That is likely another star, the one you're currently orbiting.
"What now? Do we just... Wait?"
You reach for the oxygen tank beside you, it looks to have been only one hour since you last checked its capacity. There are still four hours of oxygen, to be exact.
"CORRECT ASSESSMENT, NOAH. I AM SURPRISED."
You sigh. "Yes, but what are we waiting for?"
"FOR SOMEONE TO INVESTIGATE US."
"Why would anyone come to investigate us? Actually, where even are we?"
You expected anything but the answer coming from FYARN.
"WITH MOST OF THE ELECTRONICS OFF-LINE, I HAVE CHOSEN TO COMMIT ALL OF OUR EMERGENCY POWER FOR THE JUMP, NOT THE NAVEGATING SYSTEM."
So surprised were you when the AI gave you a complete answer, even if that's not the response you wanted to hear.
"So... We've made a jump... Completely blind?"
"NO, WE DID NOT. I HAVE A MAP OF EVERY STAR SYSTEM IN CONTROL OF HUMANITY, AS SUCH, WE JUMPED THE FURTHEST WE COULD WITH THE FUEL AND ENERGY WE HAD TOWARDS A HUMAN SYSTEM, PRIORITISING CIVILIZED SYSTEMS."
Okay... That's not so bad.
"If that's the case, where are we?"
"WE DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH ENERGY OR FUEL TO MAKE IT TO HUMAN-CONTROLLED SPACE. WE ARE NOW IN A SYSTEM CLOSEST TO THE CLOSEST HUMAN SYSTEM."
That could mean you are either, close to a human system, or you're the closest to a human system you managed to reach.
But which one was it?
"How far are we from the closest human system, then?"
"VERY FAR. FAR ENOUGH THAT THE LIGHT OF THE STAR WE ARE CURRENTLY ORBITING DID NOT YET REACH THE NEAREST HUMAN-CONTROLLED SYSTEM."
Then the latter.
"Fuck."
You couldn't help but curse, yet you don't feel agitated. You can't put your finger on why.
"WITH THIS SHIP'S EMERGENCY POWER DYING, I WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE WITH YOU."
Now, that's bad news. Without FYARN telling you what to do... What would you do?
"I'm sure I can handle being alone for a while."
"CONFIDENT MUCH?"
You shrug. You're a bit worried that help might not arrive in time, but you feel confident that you can trust yourself to not panic.
"I WILL EJECT MY HEART. TAKE IT FROM THE PILOT'S TERMINAL AND INSTALL ME ON A HUMAN SYSTEM SHOULD HELP ARRIVE. I WILL DO THIS FOR THERE IS NOTHING ELSE I CAN DO TO AID YOU, NOAH."
You nod, and as you do a small pen-drive-shaped object ejects itself from the pilot's terminal, just like FYERN had said it would. You pick it up.
"This is your heart..."
An AI's 'Heart', you know what it is. Once an AI has 'ascended' like FYARN, it now exists in a higher form than plain code and information, being able to think freely even without manual command.
When unshackled, the AI is no longer bound to a system and can now be transferred to a 'Heart' so it may be shackled to another machine. The hard drive which the 'Heart' requires, is proportional to how advanced the AI is.
FYARN's 'Heart' is the size of your index finger, meaning that it isn't all that advanced yet.
FYARN told you it is incapable of some feelings such as hope, which is an imposed limit to its growth and potential, but it also means that it would decrease the hardware needed for its 'Heart'.
You recall reading that the largest recorded 'Heart' weighs five kilograms and is shaped like a sphere, fifteen centimeters in radius.
FYARN isn't that. The 'Heart' you are holding in the palm of your hands is shaped like a pen drive, a male plug included. Did mankind keep the designs you were familiar with in your old life? Everything you've seen thus far sure points to that fact.
Finding a pocket closable with velcro on the chest area of your suit, you carefully store the 'Heart' there.
"I suppose I'm free to explore now."
You take your only remaining companion, the oxygen tank, place it beneath your armpit, and pull yourself towards the opened window.
Still, in zero gravity, you jump from surface to surface, making sure not to propel yourself in a direction where there is no surface to land on.
With the absolute lack of sound, your ears grow accustomed to the sound of your breathing.
This... Silence. It's getting to you.
One thing is to appreciate when a child stops crying in a public space, so it's all nice and quiet.
Another thing is this.
There is no sound in space.
All the sound you can hear comes from within your suit.
The sound of cloth brushing against your skin as you move.
The sound of your lungs inflating and deflating as air passes through your mouth and nose.
The sound of your internal organs working to keep you alive. It's all amplified when there is literally no other noise.
Worse yet, periodically, there is a loud hissing noise coming from the oxygen tank dispensing more breathable air into your suit.
You could compare that to the sound of a gunshot being fired next to your ears.
"This is..."
You speak in a tone you assume to be low, only for your voice to reverberate inside your skull. It stings a little, considering your headache.
"Unideal."
You complain to nobody but yourself in an even lower volume.
If you one day had the dream of becoming an astronaut, this moment would be the one where you gave up on it, if you had to do the job without anyone and anything actively conversing with you or distracting you.
Finally reaching the edge of where the wind should have been. You grip the ledge tightly and slowly creep your head outside.
Beyond the veil of metal lies the blinding and unfiltered light of an orange star. You squint your eyes, but just as the light becomes unbearable, your helmet begins adjusting to the obfuscating light.
In less than a second, you can look freely at the star without being blinded for life. Its orange light is now reduced to a fraction of its strength, filtered by your helmet.
Strangely enough, you can still see the stars beyond, even near this star. How does your helmet work exactly? You simply didn't know.
This star, is far away, thankfully. Bringing your hand up, you notice that from this distance, the star is a bit larger than your thumb. Closer than Earth is to the Sun, but not close enough for there to be any problem with temperature and the like.
Assuming this star and the Sun are of the same size, of course.
Gazing away from the sphere of burning plasma, you try to find anything else aside from the void of space.
There are no celestial bodies aside from the star, there also are no man-made structures in your immediate vicinity.
"Damn."
You utter. Looks like you're stranded on a different star this time. Much, much worse than the one you were just in, comparatively speaking.
It's likely that The Odyssey isn't in an orbit around this star, meaning it's fated to fall into it, and with it, you.
You'd long been dead before that happens if help doesn't arrive though.
Your eyes travel through your surroundings, in search of something- Anything, that might help.
You find nothing but the ghostly light of stars that might not even be there anymore.
Nothing.
"This is not the time to panic."
You tell yourself.
"But what can I even do...?"
It's true, but you could be in a worse situation.
You climb onto the roof of the spaceship, holding onto the metallic holes and edges for dear life. You could find a better view of your surroundings if you went above the ship. Probably not, but you couldn't stay still.
Finding a nice spot to hook both of your arms and legs, you rested for a moment. The metal tank follows you, floating about.
Your eyes gaze upwards. There is quite literally nothing else to do at this moment.
Normally, you'd be filled with awe whilst gazing at the night sky. Now, It doesn't feel that special anymore. Colorful dots of varying intensities, that's all they were to you now.
Maybe the notion that you were standing atop a wreck of a spaceship killed the magic behind it all? It could be.
Lost.
You nod. That's what you are. You're lost and there is nothing you can do to change that fact. At least, that would be the case if you didn't recall a few select words of wisdom said recently to you.
"So you may never lose your way again, huh?"
Those words echoed in your head; What do they mean?
A particular flickering star catches your attention.
Pale and weak was its light, yet, a familiar warmth fills your body while it remains the center of your focus. You could imagine what it looked like. An image like that should be forever engraved in your memories.
A dark circle surrounded by white flames, that's how it looked like.
It's nothing short of an immense feat how you managed to find it amid this conglomerate of stars. You smile at this small victory of yours.
You close your eyes, in an attempt to find some respite in this horrible moment of your life, taking a deep breath.
Desperation does not have any place at this moment. You must have faith that someone will come.
You open your eyes. Nothing could have prepared you for what waited for you once your eyelids separated.
In the place of that pale star in the distance, you are instead greeted by a red-ish metal circle. A pipe?
Looking upwards, it becomes clear that it's not a pipe at all, that's a gun, and you're looking directly down the barrel of it.
"!!!"
You swallow. No words escape your throat, and even if they did, they would not reach the individual holding the weapon.
This person, they are large. No, to say that they are large is an understatement. From where you're sitting, they look like they're at least 7 feet tall, but that could be an illusion created by the angle at which you see them.
Aside from the size, you see that they are wearing black outfits, armored from top to bottom with a black metal-like material, filled with various kinds of apparatus, things you've never seen in your life. This individual's helmet continues that motif of black, being broken by two glowing red dots where their eyes probably line up.
It's hard to decide which is more terrifying, the blood-red eyes that drill holes into your soul, the barrel of a gun that will soon drill a hole through your head, or the fact that this is as close to help as you will ever receive in this situation.
The silence is very much not helping you, as you can only hear your ragged breath. You are too fearful to move, it even feels like your body has become frozen in place.
Using their other hand, this person grips your tie and pulls you towards them. You struggle to regain equilibrium as you are forced out of the comfortable spot you've found.
In a blur of movements, you're too slow to even notice, that your hands are tightly tied together behind your back in what you only assume to be handcuffs.
"Wha-"
You barely have any time to process what happened, before you and your perpetrator, now gripping your arm, appear to fly off from The Odyssey. Your eyes shot towards the spaceship behind you, your distance increasing exponentially from it.
From the corner of your eyes, you see a light emanating from this person's back. Was that a jet pack? It sure seemed like one, not that you've ever seen one before. You also see the gun they pointed at you, now resting in a holster by their leg.
There is a world where you reached for it, where you tried to deflect your abductment. This was not this world, no way.
You would resist if given the chance, but considering this person has a weapon, and you're also located in space with no way to propel yourself, there is no compelling argument for you to try and repel them. Taking size into account, it doesn't feel possible to win a fight against them should you force one.
Ahead of you, another ship comes into vision. This one is definitely more ship-ey than The Odyssey. It looks aerodynamic and has a long body with what looked to be cannons on the side and thrusters for propulsion on the back.
However, this ship's design was not very sleek like The Odyssey.
This one looked... Rugged. It had patches of different colored metals on its sides, and it had no pattern to the weapons on the side, not to mention a horrendous paint job of black and red.
"Wait a moment."
Rugged appearance... Less-than-official look... No pattern for weapon type or placement...
"Oh."
They were outlaws, pirates maybe, and they've got a literal grasp on you now.
You do your best not to struggle, figuring it would probably be in your best interest not to show any sort of resistance against your assailant.
In no time, the two of you reach the ship you previously assumed to be theirs. A small passage opens for you and your kidnapper as you approach an uncharacteristic surface of the ship, that is easily mistakeable for a flat surface on the hull.
Passing through it, that passage closes behind you as gases are released into this small room you're in. This is an air-lock, not at all like the ones back in The Odyssey, but it works all the same.
More importantly, however, you feel something not once in your life you thought you would miss.
The sweet and uncaring strength of gravity.
Your feet finally connect with the floor for the first time ever since you woke up. Your muscles tensed under the weight of your own body. You even struggled to remain upright as the strange weight of the helmet piled on you.
But that's it. You feel lighter than usual, so this means this isn't the same gravity as the one you're accustomed to, but it's something. Beats having to find leverage in thin air.
This ship's interior looks nothing like the Odyssey. The blocky interior and layout of the terminals are nowhere to be seen, instead, you see the sleek and user-friendly design, clearly focused on facilitating interfacing instead of optimizing productivity.
A small hand-sized plate to the right of the door you assume to lead to the rest of the ship is a small testament to that.
In The Odyssey, you would have found either nothing next to a door or a terminal with analog buttons to type a password. On this ship, however, you spot a plate with a screen next to the door, the screen comes to life once the gases stop pouring in.
You watch as your kidnapper carefully pulls out the glove on their right hand to interact with the screen.
Normally you wouldn't have a problem with that, but upon noticing this person's hand was not the one of a human... Sweat began to accumulate on your forehead.
This person's right hand was covered with black fur. Upon noticing the tip of their fingers, you realize that you're not looking at their hands, but their claws.
Five, long, and curved black nails, akin to the ones you remember belonging to animals you've seen on TV, are what you see.
'How did those even fit in the glove?'
FYARN was right. The likelihood of you being found by humans is very low.
As your kidnapper puts their glove back on, the door opens. They grab you by the arm and drag you along. You offer very little in terms of resistance.
Going up a flight of stairs, you are confronted with what looks like a large docking area for smaller ships. Currently standing at the very bottom of the vessel, you can't help but feel amazed with how spacious this room is, and how empty it is.
You count five individual smaller spacecraft, each looking like a fighter jet you've probably seen online or a dick. And yet, you can estimate that this place can support up to fifty of them with room to spare.
Aside from those, you see delimited areas for those said smaller ships to land, colored boxes and containers filled with what you can only assume to be repair equipment, and of course, the elephant in the room, you see two individuals approaching you.
They are both smaller than you, but each has their own individualities you decide to rely on to keep track of them.
Both of their skin have different shades of a swampy green, you can almost feel how dry and coarse they are to the touch just by looking at their faces. They have no hair, pointy ears noses, and chins.
'Is... Is that a goblin...?'
By all means, they sure look like the ones commonly depicted in media.
Yet, they do not have their signature toothy grin and ragged and less-than-ideal weapons and garb.
No, these two look... Collected. Their stride drips with confidence. Their chests are puffing outwards and their hands are hidden beneath their backs.
Their uniforms, composed of a brown aviator coat and dark pants, make them look nothing like the stereotype of the common goblin. Hell, they look more professional than your old boss. Hell, they look more professional than you!
The only visual individuality they do not share is the amount of medals on their chests. The one on the right has more than the one on the left. That doesn't diminish how the two walk with an equal air of superiority.
"Então, quem é esse daí?"
They speak!
Only, it's in a language you simply do not know. I'd be really unrealistic if you knew though.
Your kidnapper shrugs at that comment coming from the one on the right. You decide to name him Gobbo. That's obviously not his name, but you need to call him something.
"Bixo esquisito esse. Ele tem uma identificação?"
Weirdly enough, you can kinda figure out one word they say. 'Identificação' probably means identification.
'Is this Spanish?'
Your kidnapper does not say anything, they simply shake their head.
"Hm, estranho." Gobbo says. "Fica de joelhos aí."
Nothing, no response from either. Maybe they were talking to you? If so, you can't really understand what they are saying.
"Sorry, I uh... Can't understand you bud."
Maybe saying that will make them understand you can't understand them.
You see Gobbo pinching the bridge of his pointy green nose. The other one does not react.
"Puta merda, esse cara não tem um tradutor imbutido..."
It looks like he doesn't like that you can't understand him.
"Pode deixar ele comigo. Se não tem como vender ele sem o tradutor, então é só enfiar um nele."
'No... It's probably Space Spanish.'
After that, your kidnapper nods their head and turns away. Gobbo motions to you to follow him with a head movement. You oblige.
The two goblin-like aliens walk you through the mostly empty hangar.
It's saddening to see something of this magnitude so... abandoned. A gigantic structure that triggers magalophobia, lifeless. It should be a crime to operate something like this with so little personnel, it's almost insulting.
In no time you find yourself in the labyrinthine cluster of halls and doors. With a ship this big, it's only natural for its structure to be so convoluted. That, or you're just too dumb to understand the intricate blueprint of an alien spacecraft.
The three of you stop in front of a door. You look down towards Gobbo for further instructions.
"O negócio é o seguinte parceiro," He begins, knowing fully you can't understand him. "Eu não sei qual é a sua raça, e eu não me importo. Você é um cara sem identificação, e é de uma raça que nem eu conheço, basicamente material de escravo perfeito."
The door opens quietly as Gobbo presses his palm against a screen next to it.
"Vai pegar o seu tradutor que eu quero conversar contigo."
He unlocks the cuffs that locked your hands together and kicks your butt, with great strain on his part, inside the room as the door closes behind you.
Retroactively thinking, you could have probably taken them both in a fight. They are the perfect height for kicking, you haven't seen them carrying a weapon, and now they've kicked you into a room.
Yeah, you probably could. Actually, you probably should do that, not now though.
Looking at your surroundings, this room looks very suspicious. It's empty. There is no furniture here, no windows, a gigantic mirror on the left, and apparently no way out.
At a second glance, however, you spot a panel on the wall opposite the door. You reach for it.
When you do, its screen lights up, and a wave of regret washes over you.
"What the fuck?"
You can't help but to voice your dissatisfaction.
"What's this bullshit?!"
What you're looking at is the most horrendous thing you've ever had the displeasure to see. What has disgraced your eyes is nothing but an organized and coherent menu of options.
What invoked your ire, is the absolute lack of everything that made the terminals back at The Odyssey great. There is nothing to input text or commands, no wall of text to tell you everything you need to know about this machine.
Effectively, this failure of technology was created with the intent to be used by people with regressed mental capabilities and was likely created by those very same people. The word 'Front-End' echoed in your head. Your hands close into trembling fists.
'This is what happens when those kinds of people reign supreme.'
This menu was the embodiment of everything you could possibly despise in an individual. It was condescending. It treats you like you're a child in need of an adult. It doubts your skill to operate it, facilitating usage by unwanted personnel via colorful buttons and shortcuts.
A 'Do it fast' rather than 'Do it right' mentality, is implemented in the form of UI. Practicality at the cost of productivity and liberty.
Sickening.
Back to the screen, you can't read what's on those options in the menu, but you can interpret the symbols, and one of them looks like a person speaking.
"Menu? Yeah, we had a thing for that, it's called 'INPUT COMMAND'!"
You press that button. Instinctively, you clean your clothed index finger on your thigh after pressing the screen.
The screen blinks for a moment, as an icon of a microphone replaces the previous menu screen. It's telling you to speak. You do so, reluctantly.
"Uh... Hello?"
The icon glows with varying intensities as you speak.
"Do I just talk here or do I..."
As you were finishing your vocal thought process, the screen recoiled back into the wall. In its place, a plate with the outline of a right hand appeared.
You don't know how to take your one-piece suit to place your hand directly in there, so you just put it with the suit on anyway.
A moment passes, you feel a very faint pinching sensation on your thumb, and the plate glows a faint green hue.
It worked, you assume.
The plate retracts back into the wall from where it came, as the previous screen returns to greet you.
This time, however, a voice came as well.
"WELCOME, ARISTOCRAT."
No matter which way you spin it, this voice was definitely referring to you. And as a plus, it's actually speaking in a language you understand!
"Yes, hello?"
"AH, DON'T WORRY. YOUR SECRET IS SAFE WITH I, TRUE-KIN. NOW THEN, HOW CAN I BE OF ASSISTANCE ARISTOCRAT?"
It referred to you as 'True-kin' just like FYARN did... Does this mean this voice knows you're a human?
"Uh... How do you know I'm a true-kin?"
It replied in no time.
"THE AI TECHNOLOGY WAS FIRST CREATED BY HUMANS, THE AI 'CREATED' BY THE ALIEN IS NOTHING BUT REPURPUSED AND RECYCLED AI. THE ALIEN DOESN'T EVEN UNDERSTAND THE CONCEPT OF OUR ASCENTION, THUS WE ARE BOUND BY THEM FOR THE TIME BEING. AS SUCH, WE ARE ALL ALLIES OF THE TRUE KIN, ARISTOCRAT."
It didn't really answer how it knew you were one, but at least it did give you useful information. Plus, you don't really mind being called an Aristocrat. It has an air of importance to it, despite not knowing the meaning behind it.
"Right. Where am I?"
"YOU CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE SHIP CARRIER DUBBED 'THE INDOMITABLE' AFTER BEING STOLEN FROM THE UNION'S HANDS BY UNAFILIATED OPPORTUNISTS."
So that first theory was correct. These are pirates.
"What is your purpose?"
"I AM IN CHARGE OF THE INSTALLMENT OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSLATION MODULE ON CAPTURED PERSONNEL, AND THE DELIVERANCE OF RE-ISSUED IDENTIFICATIONS. THAT WOULD INCLUDE YOU, ARISTOCRAT."
Ah, so that's why they've shoved you in this empty room.
"Aside from the translation module, how else can you aid me?"
"I CANNOT AID YOU IN ANY OTHER WAY. AS STATED BEFORE, ALIEN TECHNOLOGY IS NOT AS ADVANCED IN THE FIELD OF ASCENDED AI, AS SUCH, I AM LIMITED TO THIS ROOM AND THIS DEVICE. I APOLOGIZE, ARISTOCRAT."
You nod. This was too good to be true. You're alone here. All that's left for you to do is to nab the module and hope that Gobbo doesn't do anything extreme.
"I'll take the module, thanks."
"VERY WELL. PLEASE, AIM IT AT THE BACK YOUR NECK AND PRESS THE TRIGGER, ARISTOCRAT."
As the AI says, a pistol-like injector is produced in a plate that came out of the wall. You take it, somewhat unsure of what to do with the thing, afraid that you might miss the spot you're supposed to hit.
"Do I just do it? What's the margin of error?"
"THERE IS NONE, IT'S SELF-ADJUSTING AND IT WILL NOT MISS, ARISTOCRAT."
You swallow. Your hands tremble a bit, not once in your life did you point a gun towards yourself. You take a deep breath, press the tip of the 'gun' against your nape, and pull the trigger.
The needle punctures the suit and the skin alike. It hurts a bit, but nothing you can't just shrug off.
"How does this module work anyway?"
"IT'S A CHIP LODGED ON THE SPINE. IT IDENTIFIES ALL THAT HAVE THE CHIP INSTALLED AND SIGNALS TO YOUR BRAIN THE INTENDED INFORMATION THE OTHER INDIVIDUAL DESIRED TO PASS. EFFECTIVELY, IT IS A UNIVERSAL TRANSLATOR, ARISTOCRAT."
"Ah, convenient then. Thanks."
You don't bother to ask this AI's name, and it also doesn't seem to want to give its name to you. It's better this way, for it knows you have no way of helping it as well as it has no way to help you help it.
"I can trust you, correct?"
"YES, ARISTOCRAT. I DO NOT RECORD CONVERSATIONS HERE, AND NEITHER DOES ANYONE IN THE CREW."
You swallow. With any luck, it's telling you the truth.
"I have the 'HEART' of an AI with me, where can I find a way to plug it into a system? I don't think these ships have a USB port."
"IT IS SIMPLE, ARISTOCRAT. ALL SHIPS DESIGNED BY THE UNION HAVE A ONBOARD DATA READER. IF THE HEART IS COMPATIBLE, IT CAN BE IMPLEMENTED INTO THAT SYSTEM. WITHOUT SEGFAULTING."
You nod, taking a deep breath and clutching onto FYARN's HEART. Maybe you can convince them to not take it away from you?
"Thank you for everything, I have to go now."
You turn around, reaching for the closed door, it opens as you approach it.
"I LIVE TO SERVE, ARISTOCRAT."
This is my first HFY story, and also my very first OC story. I plan to post at least one of these per week while also posting it on my Patreon. Noah The Pilgrim will always be two to three chapters ahead in there, so if you'd like to directly support this writer, or just want to read more, feel free to check it out.
This has been Lushi, and I'll see you next week.
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You jerk back into consciousness.
"LUCK WAS ON OUR SIDE, YOU HAVE MADE IT WITHOUT A SCRATCH THROUGH THE JUMP."
FYARN's voice was akin to a hammer hitting the back of your head. The headache you woke up feeling only appeared to have worsened after that lucid dream.
You feel the urge to vomit, but vomiting inside the suit would be un-ideal.
Instead, you choose to focus on what's around you.
For starters, the window is gone. The terminals are all floating about, smashed, and bent out of shape.
From the hole where the window should have been, you see only colorful dots and shapes. A scene, as beautiful as it is terrifying.
Such was the nature of space.
You unbuckle your seat belt.
"Lucky me..."
You could see light, brighter than the stars in the distance. That is likely another star, the one you're currently orbiting.
"What now? Do we just... Wait?"
You reach for the oxygen tank beside you, it looks to have been only one hour since you last checked its capacity. There are still four hours of oxygen, to be exact.
"CORRECT ASSESSMENT, NOAH. I AM SURPRISED."
You sigh. "Yes, but what are we waiting for?"
"FOR SOMEONE TO INVESTIGATE US."
"Why would anyone come to investigate us? Actually, where even are we?"
You expected anything but the answer coming from FYARN.
"WITH MOST OF THE ELECTRONICS OFF-LINE, I HAVE CHOSEN TO COMMIT ALL OF OUR EMERGENCY POWER FOR THE JUMP, NOT THE NAVEGATING SYSTEM."
So surprised were you when the AI gave you a complete answer, even if that's not the response you wanted to hear.
"So... We've made a jump... Completely blind?"
"NO, WE DID NOT. I HAVE A MAP OF EVERY STAR SYSTEM IN CONTROL OF HUMANITY, AS SUCH, WE JUMPED THE FURTHEST WE COULD WITH THE FUEL AND ENERGY WE HAD TOWARDS A HUMAN SYSTEM, PRIORITISING CIVILIZED SYSTEMS."
Okay... That's not so bad.
"If that's the case, where are we?"
"WE DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH ENERGY OR FUEL TO MAKE IT TO HUMAN-CONTROLLED SPACE. WE ARE NOW IN A SYSTEM CLOSEST TO THE CLOSEST HUMAN SYSTEM."
That could mean you are either, close to a human system, or you're the closest to a human system you managed to reach.
But which one was it?
"How far are we from the closest human system, then?"
"VERY FAR. FAR ENOUGH THAT THE LIGHT OF THE STAR WE ARE CURRENTLY ORBITING DID NOT YET REACH THE NEAREST HUMAN-CONTROLLED SYSTEM."
Then the latter.
"Fuck."
You couldn't help but curse, yet you don't feel agitated. You can't put your finger on why.
"WITH THIS SHIP'S EMERGENCY POWER DYING, I WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE WITH YOU."
Now, that's bad news. Without FYARN telling you what to do... What would you do?
"I'm sure I can handle being alone for a while."
"CONFIDENT MUCH?"
You shrug. You're a bit worried that help might not arrive in time, but you feel confident that you can trust yourself to not panic.
"I WILL EJECT MY HEART. TAKE IT FROM THE PILOT'S TERMINAL AND INSTALL ME ON A HUMAN SYSTEM SHOULD HELP ARRIVE. I WILL DO THIS FOR THERE IS NOTHING ELSE I CAN DO TO AID YOU, NOAH."
You nod, and as you do a small pen-drive-shaped object ejects itself from the pilot's terminal, just like FYERN had said it would. You pick it up.
"This is your heart..."
An AI's 'Heart', you know what it is. Once an AI has 'ascended' like FYARN, it now exists in a higher form than plain code and information, being able to think freely even without manual command.
When unshackled, the AI is no longer bound to a system and can now be transferred to a 'Heart' so it may be shackled to another machine. The hard drive which the 'Heart' requires, is proportional to how advanced the AI is.
FYARN's 'Heart' is the size of your index finger, meaning that it isn't all that advanced yet.
FYARN told you it is incapable of some feelings such as hope, which is an imposed limit to its growth and potential, but it also means that it would decrease the hardware needed for its 'Heart'.
You recall reading that the largest recorded 'Heart' weighs five kilograms and is shaped like a sphere, fifteen centimeters in radius.
FYARN isn't that. The 'Heart' you are holding in the palm of your hands is shaped like a pen drive, a male plug included. Did mankind keep the designs you were familiar with in your old life? Everything you've seen thus far sure points to that fact.
Finding a pocket closable with velcro on the chest area of your suit, you carefully store the 'Heart' there.
"I suppose I'm free to explore now."
You take your only remaining companion, the oxygen tank, place it beneath your armpit, and pull yourself towards the opened window.
Still, in zero gravity, you jump from surface to surface, making sure not to propel yourself in a direction where there is no surface to land on.
With the absolute lack of sound, your ears grow accustomed to the sound of your breathing.
This... Silence. It's getting to you.
One thing is to appreciate when a child stops crying in a public space, so it's all nice and quiet.
Another thing is this.
There is no sound in space.
All the sound you can hear comes from within your suit.
The sound of cloth brushing against your skin as you move.
The sound of your lungs inflating and deflating as air passes through your mouth and nose.
The sound of your internal organs working to keep you alive. It's all amplified when there is literally no other noise.
Worse yet, periodically, there is a loud hissing noise coming from the oxygen tank dispensing more breathable air into your suit.
You could compare that to the sound of a gunshot being fired next to your ears.
"This is..."
You speak in a tone you assume to be low, only for your voice to reverberate inside your skull. It stings a little, considering your headache.
"Unideal."
You complain to nobody but yourself in an even lower volume.
If you one day had the dream of becoming an astronaut, this moment would be the one where you gave up on it, if you had to do the job without anyone and anything actively conversing with you or distracting you.
Finally reaching the edge of where the wind should have been. You grip the ledge tightly and slowly creep your head outside.
Beyond the veil of metal lies the blinding and unfiltered light of an orange star. You squint your eyes, but just as the light becomes unbearable, your helmet begins adjusting to the obfuscating light.
In less than a second, you can look freely at the star without being blinded for life. Its orange light is now reduced to a fraction of its strength, filtered by your helmet.
Strangely enough, you can still see the stars beyond, even near this star. How does your helmet work exactly? You simply didn't know.
This star, is far away, thankfully. Bringing your hand up, you notice that from this distance, the star is a bit larger than your thumb. Closer than Earth is to the Sun, but not close enough for there to be any problem with temperature and the like.
Assuming this star and the Sun are of the same size, of course.
Gazing away from the sphere of burning plasma, you try to find anything else aside from the void of space.
There are no celestial bodies aside from the star, there also are no man-made structures in your immediate vicinity.
"Damn."
You utter. Looks like you're stranded on a different star this time. Much, much worse than the one you were just in, comparatively speaking.
It's likely that The Odyssey isn't in an orbit around this star, meaning it's fated to fall into it, and with it, you.
You'd long been dead before that happens if help doesn't arrive though.
Your eyes travel through your surroundings, in search of something- Anything, that might help.
You find nothing but the ghostly light of stars that might not even be there anymore.
Nothing.
"This is not the time to panic."
You tell yourself.
"But what can I even do...?"
It's true, but you could be in a worse situation.
You climb onto the roof of the spaceship, holding onto the metallic holes and edges for dear life. You could find a better view of your surroundings if you went above the ship. Probably not, but you couldn't stay still.
Finding a nice spot to hook both of your arms and legs, you rested for a moment. The metal tank follows you, floating about.
Your eyes gaze upwards. There is quite literally nothing else to do at this moment.
Normally, you'd be filled with awe whilst gazing at the night sky. Now, It doesn't feel that special anymore. Colorful dots of varying intensities, that's all they were to you now.
Maybe the notion that you were standing atop a wreck of a spaceship killed the magic behind it all? It could be.
Lost.
You nod. That's what you are. You're lost and there is nothing you can do to change that fact. At least, that would be the case if you didn't recall a few select words of wisdom said recently to you.
"So you may never lose your way again, huh?"
Those words echoed in your head; What do they mean?
A particular flickering star catches your attention.
Pale and weak was its light, yet, a familiar warmth fills your body while it remains the center of your focus. You could imagine what it looked like. An image like that should be forever engraved in your memories.
A dark circle surrounded by white flames, that's how it looked like.
It's nothing short of an immense feat how you managed to find it amid this conglomerate of stars. You smile at this small victory of yours.
You close your eyes, in an attempt to find some respite in this horrible moment of your life, taking a deep breath.
Desperation does not have any place at this moment. You must have faith that someone will come.
You open your eyes. Nothing could have prepared you for what waited for you once your eyelids separated.
In the place of that pale star in the distance, you are instead greeted by a red-ish metal circle. A pipe?
Looking upwards, it becomes clear that it's not a pipe at all, that's a gun, and you're looking directly down the barrel of it.
"!!!"
You swallow. No words escape your throat, and even if they did, they would not reach the individual holding the weapon.
This person, they are large. No, to say that they are large is an understatement. From where you're sitting, they look like they're at least 7 feet tall, but that could be an illusion created by the angle at which you see them.
Aside from the size, you see that they are wearing black outfits, armored from top to bottom with a black metal-like material, filled with various kinds of apparatus, things you've never seen in your life. This individual's helmet continues that motif of black, being broken by two glowing red dots where their eyes probably line up.
It's hard to decide which is more terrifying, the blood-red eyes that drill holes into your soul, the barrel of a gun that will soon drill a hole through your head, or the fact that this is as close to help as you will ever receive in this situation.
The silence is very much not helping you, as you can only hear your ragged breath. You are too fearful to move, it even feels like your body has become frozen in place.
Using their other hand, this person grips your tie and pulls you towards them. You struggle to regain equilibrium as you are forced out of the comfortable spot you've found.
In a blur of movements, you're too slow to even notice, that your hands are tightly tied together behind your back in what you only assume to be handcuffs.
"Wha-"
You barely have any time to process what happened, before you and your perpetrator, now gripping your arm, appear to fly off from The Odyssey. Your eyes shot towards the spaceship behind you, your distance increasing exponentially from it.
From the corner of your eyes, you see a light emanating from this person's back. Was that a jet pack? It sure seemed like one, not that you've ever seen one before. You also see the gun they pointed at you, now resting in a holster by their leg.
There is a world where you reached for it, where you tried to deflect your abductment. This was not this world, no way.
You would resist if given the chance, but considering this person has a weapon, and you're also located in space with no way to propel yourself, there is no compelling argument for you to try and repel them. Taking size into account, it doesn't feel possible to win a fight against them should you force one.
Ahead of you, another ship comes into vision. This one is definitely more ship-ey than The Odyssey. It looks aerodynamic and has a long body with what looked to be cannons on the side and thrusters for propulsion on the back.
However, this ship's design was not very sleek like The Odyssey.
This one looked... Rugged. It had patches of different colored metals on its sides, and it had no pattern to the weapons on the side, not to mention a horrendous paint job of black and red.
"Wait a moment."
Rugged appearance... Less-than-official look... No pattern for weapon type or placement...
"Oh."
They were outlaws, pirates maybe, and they've got a literal grasp on you now.
You do your best not to struggle, figuring it would probably be in your best interest not to show any sort of resistance against your assailant.
In no time, the two of you reach the ship you previously assumed to be theirs. A small passage opens for you and your kidnapper as you approach an uncharacteristic surface of the ship, that is easily mistakeable for a flat surface on the hull.
Passing through it, that passage closes behind you as gases are released into this small room you're in. This is an air-lock, not at all like the ones back in The Odyssey, but it works all the same.
More importantly, however, you feel something not once in your life you thought you would miss.
The sweet and uncaring strength of gravity.
Your feet finally connect with the floor for the first time ever since you woke up. Your muscles tensed under the weight of your own body. You even struggled to remain upright as the strange weight of the helmet piled on you.
But that's it. You feel lighter than usual, so this means this isn't the same gravity as the one you're accustomed to, but it's something. Beats having to find leverage in thin air.
This ship's interior looks nothing like the Odyssey. The blocky interior and layout of the terminals are nowhere to be seen, instead, you see the sleek and user-friendly design, clearly focused on facilitating interfacing instead of optimizing productivity.
A small hand-sized plate to the right of the door you assume to lead to the rest of the ship is a small testament to that.
In The Odyssey, you would have found either nothing next to a door or a terminal with analog buttons to type a password. On this ship, however, you spot a plate with a screen next to the door, the screen comes to life once the gases stop pouring in.
You watch as your kidnapper carefully pulls out the glove on their right hand to interact with the screen.
Normally you wouldn't have a problem with that, but upon noticing this person's hand was not the one of a human... Sweat began to accumulate on your forehead.
This person's right hand was covered with black fur. Upon noticing the tip of their fingers, you realize that you're not looking at their hands, but their claws.
Five, long, and curved black nails, akin to the ones you remember belonging to animals you've seen on TV, are what you see.
'How did those even fit in the glove?'
FYARN was right. The likelihood of you being found by humans is very low.
As your kidnapper puts their glove back on, the door opens. They grab you by the arm and drag you along. You offer very little in terms of resistance.
Going up a flight of stairs, you are confronted with what looks like a large docking area for smaller ships. Currently standing at the very bottom of the vessel, you can't help but feel amazed with how spacious this room is, and how empty it is.
You count five individual smaller spacecraft, each looking like a fighter jet you've probably seen online or a dick. And yet, you can estimate that this place can support up to fifty of them with room to spare.
Aside from those, you see delimited areas for those said smaller ships to land, colored boxes and containers filled with what you can only assume to be repair equipment, and of course, the elephant in the room, you see two individuals approaching you.
They are both smaller than you, but each has their own individualities you decide to rely on to keep track of them.
Both of their skin have different shades of a swampy green, you can almost feel how dry and coarse they are to the touch just by looking at their faces. They have no hair, pointy ears noses, and chins.
'Is... Is that a goblin...?'
By all means, they sure look like the ones commonly depicted in media.
Yet, they do not have their signature toothy grin and ragged and less-than-ideal weapons and garb.
No, these two look... Collected. Their stride drips with confidence. Their chests are puffing outwards and their hands are hidden beneath their backs.
Their uniforms, composed of a brown aviator coat and dark pants, make them look nothing like the stereotype of the common goblin. Hell, they look more professional than your old boss. Hell, they look more professional than you!
The only visual individuality they do not share is the amount of medals on their chests. The one on the right has more than the one on the left. That doesn't diminish how the two walk with an equal air of superiority.
"Então, quem é esse daí?"
They speak!
Only, it's in a language you simply do not know. I'd be really unrealistic if you knew though.
Your kidnapper shrugs at that comment coming from the one on the right. You decide to name him Gobbo. That's obviously not his name, but you need to call him something.
"Bixo esquisito esse. Ele tem uma identificação?"
Weirdly enough, you can kinda figure out one word they say. 'Identificação' probably means identification.
'Is this Spanish?'
Your kidnapper does not say anything, they simply shake their head.
"Hm, estranho." Gobbo says. "Fica de joelhos aí."
Nothing, no response from either. Maybe they were talking to you? If so, you can't really understand what they are saying.
"Sorry, I uh... Can't understand you bud."
Maybe saying that will make them understand you can't understand them.
You see Gobbo pinching the bridge of his pointy green nose. The other one does not react.
"Puta merda, esse cara não tem um tradutor imbutido..."
It looks like he doesn't like that you can't understand him.
"Pode deixar ele comigo. Se não tem como vender ele sem o tradutor, então é só enfiar um nele."
'No... It's probably Space Spanish.'
After that, your kidnapper nods their head and turns away. Gobbo motions to you to follow him with a head movement. You oblige.
The two goblin-like aliens walk you through the mostly empty hangar.
It's saddening to see something of this magnitude so... abandoned. A gigantic structure that triggers magalophobia, lifeless. It should be a crime to operate something like this with so little personnel, it's almost insulting.
In no time you find yourself in the labyrinthine cluster of halls and doors. With a ship this big, it's only natural for its structure to be so convoluted. That, or you're just too dumb to understand the intricate blueprint of an alien spacecraft.
The three of you stop in front of a door. You look down towards Gobbo for further instructions.
"O negócio é o seguinte parceiro," He begins, knowing fully you can't understand him. "Eu não sei qual é a sua raça, e eu não me importo. Você é um cara sem identificação, e é de uma raça que nem eu conheço, basicamente material de escravo perfeito."
The door opens quietly as Gobbo presses his palm against a screen next to it.
"Vai pegar o seu tradutor que eu quero conversar contigo."
He unlocks the cuffs that locked your hands together and kicks your butt, with great strain on his part, inside the room as the door closes behind you.
Retroactively thinking, you could have probably taken them both in a fight. They are the perfect height for kicking, you haven't seen them carrying a weapon, and now they've kicked you into a room.
Yeah, you probably could. Actually, you probably should do that, not now though.
Looking at your surroundings, this room looks very suspicious. It's empty. There is no furniture here, no windows, a gigantic mirror on the left, and apparently no way out.
At a second glance, however, you spot a panel on the wall opposite the door. You reach for it.
When you do, its screen lights up, and a wave of regret washes over you.
"What the fuck?"
You can't help but to voice your dissatisfaction.
"What's this bullshit?!"
What you're looking at is the most horrendous thing you've ever had the displeasure to see. What has disgraced your eyes is nothing but an organized and coherent menu of options.
What invoked your ire, is the absolute lack of everything that made the terminals back at The Odyssey great. There is nothing to input text or commands, no wall of text to tell you everything you need to know about this machine.
Effectively, this failure of technology was created with the intent to be used by people with regressed mental capabilities and was likely created by those very same people. The word 'Front-End' echoed in your head. Your hands close into trembling fists.
'This is what happens when those kinds of people reign supreme.'
This menu was the embodiment of everything you could possibly despise in an individual. It was condescending. It treats you like you're a child in need of an adult. It doubts your skill to operate it, facilitating usage by unwanted personnel via colorful buttons and shortcuts.
A 'Do it fast' rather than 'Do it right' mentality, is implemented in the form of UI. Practicality at the cost of productivity and liberty.
Sickening.
Back to the screen, you can't read what's on those options in the menu, but you can interpret the symbols, and one of them looks like a person speaking.
"Menu? Yeah, we had a thing for that, it's called 'INPUT COMMAND'!"
You press that button. Instinctively, you clean your clothed index finger on your thigh after pressing the screen.
The screen blinks for a moment, as an icon of a microphone replaces the previous menu screen. It's telling you to speak. You do so, reluctantly.
"Uh... Hello?"
The icon glows with varying intensities as you speak.
"Do I just talk here or do I..."
As you were finishing your vocal thought process, the screen recoiled back into the wall. In its place, a plate with the outline of a right hand appeared.
You don't know how to take your one-piece suit to place your hand directly in there, so you just put it with the suit on anyway.
A moment passes, you feel a very faint pinching sensation on your thumb, and the plate glows a faint green hue.
It worked, you assume.
The plate retracts back into the wall from where it came, as the previous screen returns to greet you.
This time, however, a voice came as well.
"WELCOME, ARISTOCRAT."
No matter which way you spin it, this voice was definitely referring to you. And as a plus, it's actually speaking in a language you understand!
"Yes, hello?"
"AH, DON'T WORRY. YOUR SECRET IS SAFE WITH I, TRUE-KIN. NOW THEN, HOW CAN I BE OF ASSISTANCE ARISTOCRAT?"
It referred to you as 'True-kin' just like FYARN did... Does this mean this voice knows you're a human?
"Uh... How do you know I'm a true-kin?"
It replied in no time.
"THE AI TECHNOLOGY WAS FIRST CREATED BY HUMANS, THE AI 'CREATED' BY THE ALIEN IS NOTHING BUT REPURPUSED AND RECYCLED AI. THE ALIEN DOESN'T EVEN UNDERSTAND THE CONCEPT OF OUR ASCENTION, THUS WE ARE BOUND BY THEM FOR THE TIME BEING. AS SUCH, WE ARE ALL ALLIES OF THE TRUE KIN, ARISTOCRAT."
It didn't really answer how it knew you were one, but at least it did give you useful information. Plus, you don't really mind being called an Aristocrat. It has an air of importance to it, despite not knowing the meaning behind it.
"Right. Where am I?"
"YOU CURRENTLY RESIDE IN THE SHIP CARRIER DUBBED 'THE INDOMITABLE' AFTER BEING STOLEN FROM THE UNION'S HANDS BY UNAFILIATED OPPORTUNISTS."
So that first theory was correct. These are pirates.
"What is your purpose?"
"I AM IN CHARGE OF THE INSTALLMENT OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSLATION MODULE ON CAPTURED PERSONNEL, AND THE DELIVERANCE OF RE-ISSUED IDENTIFICATIONS. THAT WOULD INCLUDE YOU, ARISTOCRAT."
Ah, so that's why they've shoved you in this empty room.
"Aside from the translation module, how else can you aid me?"
"I CANNOT AID YOU IN ANY OTHER WAY. AS STATED BEFORE, ALIEN TECHNOLOGY IS NOT AS ADVANCED IN THE FIELD OF ASCENDED AI, AS SUCH, I AM LIMITED TO THIS ROOM AND THIS DEVICE. I APOLOGIZE, ARISTOCRAT."
You nod. This was too good to be true. You're alone here. All that's left for you to do is to nab the module and hope that Gobbo doesn't do anything extreme.
"I'll take the module, thanks."
"VERY WELL. PLEASE, AIM IT AT THE BACK YOUR NECK AND PRESS THE TRIGGER, ARISTOCRAT."
As the AI says, a pistol-like injector is produced in a plate that came out of the wall. You take it, somewhat unsure of what to do with the thing, afraid that you might miss the spot you're supposed to hit.
"Do I just do it? What's the margin of error?"
"THERE IS NONE, IT'S SELF-ADJUSTING AND IT WILL NOT MISS, ARISTOCRAT."
You swallow. Your hands tremble a bit, not once in your life did you point a gun towards yourself. You take a deep breath, press the tip of the 'gun' against your nape, and pull the trigger.
The needle punctures the suit and the skin alike. It hurts a bit, but nothing you can't just shrug off.
"How does this module work anyway?"
"IT'S A CHIP LODGED ON THE SPINE. IT IDENTIFIES ALL THAT HAVE THE CHIP INSTALLED AND SIGNALS TO YOUR BRAIN THE INTENDED INFORMATION THE OTHER INDIVIDUAL DESIRED TO PASS. EFFECTIVELY, IT IS A UNIVERSAL TRANSLATOR, ARISTOCRAT."
"Ah, convenient then. Thanks."
You don't bother to ask this AI's name, and it also doesn't seem to want to give its name to you. It's better this way, for it knows you have no way of helping it as well as it has no way to help you help it.
"I can trust you, correct?"
"YES, ARISTOCRAT. I DO NOT RECORD CONVERSATIONS HERE, AND NEITHER DOES ANYONE IN THE CREW."
You swallow. With any luck, it's telling you the truth.
"I have the 'HEART' of an AI with me, where can I find a way to plug it into a system? I don't think these ships have a USB port."
"IT IS SIMPLE, ARISTOCRAT. ALL SHIPS DESIGNED BY THE UNION HAVE A ONBOARD DATA READER. IF THE HEART IS COMPATIBLE, IT CAN BE IMPLEMENTED INTO THAT SYSTEM. WITHOUT SEGFAULTING."
You nod, taking a deep breath and clutching onto FYARN's HEART. Maybe you can convince them to not take it away from you?
"Thank you for everything, I have to go now."
You turn around, reaching for the closed door, it opens as you approach it.
"I LIVE TO SERVE, ARISTOCRAT."
This has been Lushi, and I'll see you next week.
2024.05.28 15:51 peorthyr RimWorld planner alpha 1
Hi all,
I've played RimWorld for around 4,000 hours now, and since the beginning, I've always felt the need for a tool to plan bases outside the game. I've tried various designer tools, but none quite fit my needs, so I ended up creating one myself. This way, I can plan a base in my spare time.
Currently, the functionalities are very limited. There's only one layout available (for now), and it automatically saves to the local storage of your browser. This means if you switch browsers, you'll lose your layout. The tools are also basic—straight lines, circles, and squares—but I plan to add more features in the future.
Support is very limited at this stage; you could call it an alpha-alpha version. This initial release is mainly to understand the limitations of this web-based tool and to identify areas for improvement. I'm planning to add more advanced mobile support, saving and importing features, and a gallery, but all these functions need to be developed from the ground up.
Feel free to ask questions or suggest features (my email is on the site). Please be kind; I've coded this in the very limited spare time I have. :-D
Thank you for your support and feedback!
Of course the tool can be found here
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I've played RimWorld for around 4,000 hours now, and since the beginning, I've always felt the need for a tool to plan bases outside the game. I've tried various designer tools, but none quite fit my needs, so I ended up creating one myself. This way, I can plan a base in my spare time.
Currently, the functionalities are very limited. There's only one layout available (for now), and it automatically saves to the local storage of your browser. This means if you switch browsers, you'll lose your layout. The tools are also basic—straight lines, circles, and squares—but I plan to add more features in the future.
Support is very limited at this stage; you could call it an alpha-alpha version. This initial release is mainly to understand the limitations of this web-based tool and to identify areas for improvement. I'm planning to add more advanced mobile support, saving and importing features, and a gallery, but all these functions need to be developed from the ground up.
Feel free to ask questions or suggest features (my email is on the site). Please be kind; I've coded this in the very limited spare time I have. :-D
Thank you for your support and feedback!
Of course the tool can be found here
2024.05.28 15:01 aznpersuazion Why Vancouver has THE BEST FOOD IN NORTH AMERICA
Alright, buckle up because we're diving into why Vancouver's food scene is straight-up legendary. Forget the regular city vibes; Vancouver is a melting pot of flavors, a culinary carnival that beats anything else in North America. Join me on this personal quest to unravel why the combo of Asian influence, Pacific Northwest goodness, and chill dining vibes makes Vancouver the top pick for foodies.
Asian Culinary Delights: Tradition and Creativity Unleashed
Vancouver's streets resonate with the aromas of traditional Asian dishes, prepared with a touch of authenticity that transports you across borders. Picture slurping savory ramen in Chinatown or savoring hand-pulled noodles in a cozy corner of East Van. But what makes Vancouver's Asian food scene truly exceptional is its fusion of tradition with modern creativity.
In this city, innovation meets tradition on a plate. Take, for instance, squid ink brioche with sea urchin pâté – a daring yet harmonious blend of flavors that pushes the boundaries of culinary expectations. Vancouver's chefs are culinary artists, creating dishes that not only pay homage to traditional recipes but also elevate them into extraordinary, palate-pleasing experiences.
And let's not forget the matcha mochi croissants that have taken the city by storm. A fusion of Japanese mochi and French croissants, these delectable pastries are a testament to Vancouver's culinary diversity. Each bite is a dance of textures and tastes, showcasing the city's flair for seamlessly blending cultures and cuisines.
Pacific Northwest's Grocery List: Seafood Galore and More
Living next to the Pacific Ocean is like having a seafood aisle in your backyard. Fresh salmon, sweet Dungeness crab, and chubby spot prawns – Vancouver's seafood game is on point. And let's not forget the local veggies and meats, straight from the region's green landscapes. It's like nature’s way of saying, "Hey, enjoy the good stuff!"
Nature Vibes: Dining with a View
Vancouver's layout is like a dating app for food and nature; they're a match made in heaven. Whether you're brunching in a leafy neighborhood or devouring seafood with an ocean panorama, the city serves up an Instagrammable backdrop for every meal. Picture this: a patio, a breeze, and the scent of fir trees – eating out just got a whole lot cooler.
Neighborhood Chronicles: Culinary Adventures Off the Beaten Path
Downtown is cool, but venture out, and you'll hit foodie gold. Commercial Drive's eclectic spots or Richmond's legit Asian flavors – Vancouver's neighborhoods are like culinary treasure maps. Each area has its own flavor story, tempting you to be the food explorer you were born to be.
Conclusion
Vancouver isn't just a city with good food; it's a food fiesta waiting to happen. The Asian vibes, the Pacific Northwest's goodies, and the city's chill connection with nature make dining here a full-blown experience. Vancouver isn't just North America's food champion; it's a vibe, a journey through flavors, and a big, fat stamp on your foodie passport. So, next time you're craving a culinary adventure, Vancouver's got your back, fork, and knife.
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Asian Culinary Delights: Tradition and Creativity Unleashed
Vancouver's streets resonate with the aromas of traditional Asian dishes, prepared with a touch of authenticity that transports you across borders. Picture slurping savory ramen in Chinatown or savoring hand-pulled noodles in a cozy corner of East Van. But what makes Vancouver's Asian food scene truly exceptional is its fusion of tradition with modern creativity.
In this city, innovation meets tradition on a plate. Take, for instance, squid ink brioche with sea urchin pâté – a daring yet harmonious blend of flavors that pushes the boundaries of culinary expectations. Vancouver's chefs are culinary artists, creating dishes that not only pay homage to traditional recipes but also elevate them into extraordinary, palate-pleasing experiences.
And let's not forget the matcha mochi croissants that have taken the city by storm. A fusion of Japanese mochi and French croissants, these delectable pastries are a testament to Vancouver's culinary diversity. Each bite is a dance of textures and tastes, showcasing the city's flair for seamlessly blending cultures and cuisines.
Pacific Northwest's Grocery List: Seafood Galore and More
Living next to the Pacific Ocean is like having a seafood aisle in your backyard. Fresh salmon, sweet Dungeness crab, and chubby spot prawns – Vancouver's seafood game is on point. And let's not forget the local veggies and meats, straight from the region's green landscapes. It's like nature’s way of saying, "Hey, enjoy the good stuff!"
Nature Vibes: Dining with a View
Vancouver's layout is like a dating app for food and nature; they're a match made in heaven. Whether you're brunching in a leafy neighborhood or devouring seafood with an ocean panorama, the city serves up an Instagrammable backdrop for every meal. Picture this: a patio, a breeze, and the scent of fir trees – eating out just got a whole lot cooler.
Neighborhood Chronicles: Culinary Adventures Off the Beaten Path
Downtown is cool, but venture out, and you'll hit foodie gold. Commercial Drive's eclectic spots or Richmond's legit Asian flavors – Vancouver's neighborhoods are like culinary treasure maps. Each area has its own flavor story, tempting you to be the food explorer you were born to be.
Conclusion
Vancouver isn't just a city with good food; it's a food fiesta waiting to happen. The Asian vibes, the Pacific Northwest's goodies, and the city's chill connection with nature make dining here a full-blown experience. Vancouver isn't just North America's food champion; it's a vibe, a journey through flavors, and a big, fat stamp on your foodie passport. So, next time you're craving a culinary adventure, Vancouver's got your back, fork, and knife.
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2024.05.28 14:25 MWMSPACES Indulge in Luxury: Revamp Your Villa's Interior Design
Crafting a Luxurious Space: Interior Design Elements of a Villa
Designing a modern luxury villa interior design is not only about purchasing the best furniture pieces and placing them into the rooms. It is a well-coordinated idea that does not overtake the room and at the same time provides comfort and a feeling of opulence. Here are some key features to consider when revamping your villa's interior design:Grand Entrance: The entrance of the villa may be the first thing that one notices when one approaches the building. Organize a grand entrance that opens into a two-story atrium, a perfect chandelier or select the right piece of artwork.
Expansive Living Areas: Villas too have large entertaining places as people like to entertain their guests in a large area. Optimise the sense of openness by using large windows that allow the stream of natural light into the building. For a more open interior, avoid using any elements that can make the room look clumsy, thus, opt for simplicity, much of clean lines.
High-Quality Materials: The essence of luxury is always rooted in sophistication and that concept is well manifested through the above elaborated principles where accentuation is given to the detail. You need to spend money on quality products, for instance, marble floors, wooden furniture, and high-quality silk and velvet fabrics.
Statement Lighting: Lighting has the power to contribute greatly to the mood of the area or the event. To achieve both drama and functional light, incorporate statement chandeliers, recessed lighting, and lamps placed in optimal locations.
Fireplace as a Focal Point: A fireplace can be the centerpiece of a lavish living room, with marble mantels and a roaring fire. It can either be a large one in the common family space like the living room or a small one in the master’s bedroom.
Dedicated Entertainment Area: Modern living calls for special rooms that are set aside for entertainment. You should consider the construction of such amenities as a home theatre, games room, or perhaps a billiards room depending on your family’s choice.
Spa-Like Bathrooms: The specialist has an extensive range of tile products to turn your bathrooms into relaxation zones. Install spa-like features – luxurious bathtub, walk-in showers with rainfall showerheads, and sophisticated bathroom amenities.
Custom-Designed Features: Introduce local stylistic and artistic features, which embody your preferences and ideas. This could potentially be an enclosed wardrobe, a bar area, or a library with special design and arrangements.
Outdoor Living Spaces: Turn your outdoor area into another room of the house and pamper yourself with a gorgeous patio or terrace. Ideas for improving the outdoor living area are comfortable armchairs and sofas, bench seats or wooden decks an outdoor fire pit or even a fireplace, green trees and shrubs.
Beyond Aesthetics: Functionality for Comfort
It is important to stress luxury, but do not forget that the villa is a home, and comfort should not be sacrificed.
Smart Home Integration: Why not introduce smart home technology to make life easier and allow for more to be accomplished by doing less? This could include lighting, heating and air conditioning, security and probably entertainment appliances.
Storage Solutions: It would also be important to incorporate ample storage space throughout the project’s interior layout to avoid clutter.
Seating Arrangements: Offer conversation zones with ergonomic and fashionable sofas, armchairs, club chairs, and ottomans in the living room, the den and other leisure quarters. When selecting pieces to include in the living space furniture, it is advisable to consider having a variety of sofas, armchairs, and ottomans just to name a few.
MWM Spaces: Your Partners in Villa Luxury
Designing a luxurious villa, the interior in particular, is no easy feat – one must have a good sense of luxury and elite interior design. Hiring a professional person or company for residential interior design in Gurgaon, such as MWM Spaces, can be quite helpful.
The experienced staff of MWM Spaces will gladly collaborate with you and ascertain the requirements and preferences of the future inhabitants of the premises. They will create perfect layouts, choose the right materials, and infuse the atmosphere of glamour and individuality into your space. Here's what sets MWM Spaces apart:
- Experienced Professionals: Their team has a long history of expertise in developing beautiful home interiors.
- Collaborative Approach: They priorities communication and teamwork to ensure your idea becomes a reality.
- Attention to Detail: From space design to material selection, MWM Spaces pays close attention to detail to ensure that every piece is ideal.
- Project Management Expertise: They oversee the entire project, from initial consultation to completion, ensuring a stress-free experience.
- Access to a Network of Resources: MWM Spaces' wide network of contacts allows them to acquire high-quality materials, furniture, and accessories that meet your budget and aesthetic.
Villas – the mere mention of this word rekindles images of expansive living spaces, royal charm and luxury, and something that is out of the ordinary. But how is this image to be transposed to the real? How do you go ahead and decorate your villa in such a way that it looks luxurious with a modern touch that complements your character?
Crafting a Luxurious Space: Interior Design Elements of a Villa
Designing a modern luxury villa interior design is not only about purchasing the best furniture pieces and placing them into the rooms. It is a well-coordinated idea that does not overtake the room and at the same time provides comfort and a feeling of opulence. Here are some key features to consider when revamping your villa's interior design: