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2023.03.21 19:55 pspspspspspspsps Rough experience with Boston's RESEA program
I was laid off from my job as a software engineer in January, and have been collecting unemployment while I search for a job so that I can keep paying my student loans down. I was informed that I had been selected for mandatory participation in the RESEA program, allegedly designed to help job seekers succeed in navigating the job market. As stated in bold text by the letter I received:
Failure to participate or show good cause for not participating will result in a denial of UI benefits.
Pretty harsh tone there, but it's the least of my complaints.
RESEA is worse than unhelpful. So far, it has been nothing but a bureaucratic mess and an insulting waste of time that could have been spent actually looking for a job. The online content is outdated, disorganized, and full of fluff. Some of the info could be helpful for older folks reentering the job market, however the program also requires the use of a difficult online platform, JobQuest, in addition to email and phone communications, making RESEA a nightmare for older folks not in possession of the requisite digital literacy and capacity to decipher the intentions of poorly designed software. So, then, who does this content help? The JobQuest portal contains false information about RESEA, adding to the confusion. Of course, there’s paperwork as well. One form requires you to manually copy all of your job search logs from the DETMA claimant portal, a tedious exercise that claimants shouldn’t be responsible for.
The next three paragraphs are a more detailed account of the nonsense I dealt with to fulfill my RESEA requirements. Skip to the end if you like; they're not essential to the point I'm trying to make.
The career center seminars I was required to attend for step 1 were all full, leaving me no choice but to call the career center, where—following a long hold—I was informed that I could watch a prerecorded seminar by clicking a button buried in the portal interface with no indication that it would count as the required seminar. I wasted a full hour trying to figure this out. There were five videos, each over 20 minutes long, and none of them contained information specific enough to be helpful.
When I called the downtown career center to inquire about the “initial review” step, which RESEA was supposed to initiate after the seminar but hadn’t, I was told to take it up with the Boston career center on Harrison Street. Unfortunate, as I only called the downtown center after trying to call the Boston one several times and getting sent to voicemail with no hold. Later, a career counselor I did a 1:1 with told me that the downtown center was, in fact, the correct one to contact, contradicting the information I had received earlier. No real counseling was done in the 1:1, and we didn’t even have a call, just a brief email correspondence that had nothing to do with my career. I called the Boston center again for good measure, and they still wouldn’t take my call, so I called downtown a second time. They tried sending me to the Boston center again, and I was only able to get the help I needed after insisting they take care of it themselves.
Following my conversation with the downtown career center, their RESEA representative reached out to complete the initial review and explained that the next step was “interim service.” This was in the RESEA instructions I was sent via email, but not mentioned in the JobQuest portal. I had already performed that step by attending the 1:1 with the career counselor, which I had scheduled in JobQuest for a time after RESEA was supposed to have called me for their initial review. RESEA man said I needed to do the initial review first, so my 1:1 “didn’t count” because I performed the step “out of order” despite that being their fault for not calling me when they said they would, and despite the two steps being unrelated. At this point I was tired of being given the runaround and summoned my inner Karen. After bombarding the RESEA rep with my reasoning and complaining ad nauseam about the discrepancies between the official RESEA instructions and the ones on JobQuest, he relented and accepted the 1:1 as valid interim service because he was "not going to keep arguing" with me.
My entire experience with RESEA has felt scummy and illegitimate. Regardless of its true intentions, it feels as though it was designed to be as frustrating as possible to complete, while also offering the most broadly applicable and unspecific "assistance" possible. I may have the time, mental energy, and resources to get all of my RESEA requirements sorted and complain about it on Reddit, but not everyone is so privileged. It strikes me as degrading to make people who are already in a tough spot waste hours of their time jumping through hoops to keep their unemployment benefits. If the goal is to deter scammers from making fraudulent claims, I can think of far simpler methods than RESEA to verify a claimant’s identity. If the goal is to provide meaningful assistance to unemployed people and get them to make full use of the career centers' resources, the Massachusetts government can and should do better than this.
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Failure to participate or show good cause for not participating will result in a denial of UI benefits.
Pretty harsh tone there, but it's the least of my complaints.
RESEA is worse than unhelpful. So far, it has been nothing but a bureaucratic mess and an insulting waste of time that could have been spent actually looking for a job. The online content is outdated, disorganized, and full of fluff. Some of the info could be helpful for older folks reentering the job market, however the program also requires the use of a difficult online platform, JobQuest, in addition to email and phone communications, making RESEA a nightmare for older folks not in possession of the requisite digital literacy and capacity to decipher the intentions of poorly designed software. So, then, who does this content help? The JobQuest portal contains false information about RESEA, adding to the confusion. Of course, there’s paperwork as well. One form requires you to manually copy all of your job search logs from the DETMA claimant portal, a tedious exercise that claimants shouldn’t be responsible for.
The next three paragraphs are a more detailed account of the nonsense I dealt with to fulfill my RESEA requirements. Skip to the end if you like; they're not essential to the point I'm trying to make.
The career center seminars I was required to attend for step 1 were all full, leaving me no choice but to call the career center, where—following a long hold—I was informed that I could watch a prerecorded seminar by clicking a button buried in the portal interface with no indication that it would count as the required seminar. I wasted a full hour trying to figure this out. There were five videos, each over 20 minutes long, and none of them contained information specific enough to be helpful.
When I called the downtown career center to inquire about the “initial review” step, which RESEA was supposed to initiate after the seminar but hadn’t, I was told to take it up with the Boston career center on Harrison Street. Unfortunate, as I only called the downtown center after trying to call the Boston one several times and getting sent to voicemail with no hold. Later, a career counselor I did a 1:1 with told me that the downtown center was, in fact, the correct one to contact, contradicting the information I had received earlier. No real counseling was done in the 1:1, and we didn’t even have a call, just a brief email correspondence that had nothing to do with my career. I called the Boston center again for good measure, and they still wouldn’t take my call, so I called downtown a second time. They tried sending me to the Boston center again, and I was only able to get the help I needed after insisting they take care of it themselves.
Following my conversation with the downtown career center, their RESEA representative reached out to complete the initial review and explained that the next step was “interim service.” This was in the RESEA instructions I was sent via email, but not mentioned in the JobQuest portal. I had already performed that step by attending the 1:1 with the career counselor, which I had scheduled in JobQuest for a time after RESEA was supposed to have called me for their initial review. RESEA man said I needed to do the initial review first, so my 1:1 “didn’t count” because I performed the step “out of order” despite that being their fault for not calling me when they said they would, and despite the two steps being unrelated. At this point I was tired of being given the runaround and summoned my inner Karen. After bombarding the RESEA rep with my reasoning and complaining ad nauseam about the discrepancies between the official RESEA instructions and the ones on JobQuest, he relented and accepted the 1:1 as valid interim service because he was "not going to keep arguing" with me.
My entire experience with RESEA has felt scummy and illegitimate. Regardless of its true intentions, it feels as though it was designed to be as frustrating as possible to complete, while also offering the most broadly applicable and unspecific "assistance" possible. I may have the time, mental energy, and resources to get all of my RESEA requirements sorted and complain about it on Reddit, but not everyone is so privileged. It strikes me as degrading to make people who are already in a tough spot waste hours of their time jumping through hoops to keep their unemployment benefits. If the goal is to deter scammers from making fraudulent claims, I can think of far simpler methods than RESEA to verify a claimant’s identity. If the goal is to provide meaningful assistance to unemployed people and get them to make full use of the career centers' resources, the Massachusetts government can and should do better than this.
2023.03.21 19:39 Gaming_N_Whiskey Bardstown Trip Recap
We regularly see posts in bourbon asking for Bourbon Trail trip recommendations. My wife and I just returned from a trip to Bardstown, and I wanted to offer you guys some feedback on our experiences. Hopefully you will find them useful for planning your own trip to Bardstown.
First, a very special "thank you" to u/Old_Riff_502 . Old Riff always posts very useful information in the forums. I also privately messaged him and I was amazed with the amount advice that he provided on the area. I don't think we would have had nearly as a excellent of a trip had it not been for him. Thank you again!
Hotel: We stayed at the La Quinta Inn & Suites from Wednesday evening until Sunday morning. The hotel was new, clean, and offered free breakfast every day (although we never actually ate it). The hotel is easy to get in and out of. It seemed like we were only a five minute drive away from anywhere we were trying to go. However, it's not very centrally located. You're not walking anywhere important from the hotel. The other knock on the hotel (and this seems more just industry standard these days), is that we never had anyone come in to do a room refresh at all during our trip. Nobody took out the trash, refreshed room coffee, or soaps/shampoos. That being said, I would not mind staying here again at all!
Distilleries (listed in order or preference):
A few tips for those considering a visit to Bardstown:
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First, a very special "thank you" to u/Old_Riff_502 . Old Riff always posts very useful information in the forums. I also privately messaged him and I was amazed with the amount advice that he provided on the area. I don't think we would have had nearly as a excellent of a trip had it not been for him. Thank you again!
Hotel: We stayed at the La Quinta Inn & Suites from Wednesday evening until Sunday morning. The hotel was new, clean, and offered free breakfast every day (although we never actually ate it). The hotel is easy to get in and out of. It seemed like we were only a five minute drive away from anywhere we were trying to go. However, it's not very centrally located. You're not walking anywhere important from the hotel. The other knock on the hotel (and this seems more just industry standard these days), is that we never had anyone come in to do a room refresh at all during our trip. Nobody took out the trash, refreshed room coffee, or soaps/shampoos. That being said, I would not mind staying here again at all!
Distilleries (listed in order or preference):
- Kentucky Cooperage - I know it's cheating....this isn't technically a distillery. But hear me out. Kentucky Cooperage is located in Lebanon, KY which is maybe a 30-minute drive from Bardstown. It may have been my favorite experience of the whole trip! The visitor's center is very unassuming; it looks like a small store in a strip mall. But the magic happens when you are shuttled across the street to walk the factory. Watching these craftsmen create bourbon barrels was impressive! The skill and meticulous attention required for each barrel was very cool to witness. I think this was one of the cheaper tours as well at ~$15.
- Jim Beam - Beam Made Bourbon - The James B. Beam distillery is located in Clermont, KY, which was a 25-minute drive from Bardstown. Although it does feel sterile and corporate feeling at times, I had an excellent time! The tour runs like a well oiled machine! Our tour guide Terry was knowledgeable of the distillery and the area. The sheer scope of the Jim Beam operation is mind boggling! Many generic distillery tours start to get repetitive. But I thought the Jim Beam tour was one of the best. The site and setting are really cool. There is also a spot where you can select a bottle of Knob Creek 9-year single barrel and watch it get filled through the bottling process. You can then take home your bottle for $60. The tasting was probably my favorite of the trip. We were given Jim Beam White Label, Basil Hayden 10-year, Knob Creek 9-year, and then a bourbon of your choice - Bakers 7, Legent, or Knob Creek 18-year. The store had some interesting bottles. There was a distillery exclusive experimental batch of something which looked to be about 250 mL and was $70. When they opened that had a bottle of Little Book and a bottle of Booker's for sale. I missed them both. There were plenty of bottles of Knob Creek 18-year which were selling for $180, and there was a Jim Beam Lineage which looked fancy but was selling for ~$280. I spoke to our tour guide after the tour for a bit. After the tour you walk back down through the gift shop and I noticed them putting another bottle of Booker's on the shelf. I was able to purchase this for $100. So it seems like they do restock some items throughout the day. There is also an excellent restaurant on site called the Kitchen Table (more on this later).
- Bardstown Bourbon - Rickhouse Tasting - This was a very unique experience. Bardstown Bourbon is a very modern facility, and the experience feels different from many from the long established brands. This tour was done in a very cold rickhouse (apparently they are always cold). Our tour guide gave us an overview of Bardstown Bourbon as a brand and some of the things they are working on. We then proceeded to get samples poured directly from the barrel via a whiskey thief. We tried a wheated bourbon which he said is part of their Origin series, a regular bourbon (which was not released yet), and a 95/5 rye. We then proceeded to go to a speakeasy type tasting room to for our last sample of Fusion #8. This was followed up by a walk back to the gift shop where we were told we would get to keep our sample glasses. The restaurant's food looked wonderful but we didn't eat. There were also a TON of pours available at their bar. I was interested in purchasing the Origin bourbon, but he said that they were sold out. I later found one a Total Wine. They did have quite a few bottles for sale though - many of Bardstown collaborative releases, Bardstown only releases, as well as bottles that use Bardstown to make their bourbon.
- Maker's Mark - We did the standard Maker's Mark tour. The grounds were great! Very hilly and picturesque. Unfortunately, we were visiting in the winter, so it was not very colorful. But I could see this being amazing in the spring or fall! The history explored was very interesting. The tasting was wonderful, as I always enjoy Maker's Mark. We tasted regular Maker's, Maker's Cask Strength, Maker's 46, Maker's 46 Cask Strength, and a French Toast stave select. We purchased a bottle in the gift shop and we were able to hand dip it which was pretty cool. I was hoping to have lunch here, but their restaurant was being redone. They had a tasting bar opened which offered a limited selection of Maker's pours and cocktails. I really enjoyed the Makers 46 cask strength, and was hoping to buy a bottle. But that was unavailable. They had standard Maker's bottles for sale, Maker's 46, standard Maker's cask strength, and a Blueberry stave select bottle for purchase. We chose a standard Maker's with a limited edition label where some of the proceeds support women's education.
- Wilderness Trail - This is a bit of a hike from Bardstown - probably about 45-minutes. But I thought it was well worth the trip! Wilderness Trail is a very modern facility. They really put an emphasis on the science behind the bourbon. I thought it was very cool to learn about the variety of yeasts utilized by Wilderness Trial. This was a pretty generic distillery tour. The tasting is done in the gift shop, which got a little loud at the end due to another tour coming in. We tried a wheated, a higher rye, a cask strength, and their rye. To me, much of Wilderness Trail's rye comes off as minty, and that is a turnoff for me. But their high-rye standard bourbon was a favorite of mine! We spoke to the tour guide after the tour, and he said "I've got something for you to try". We tried a three barrel blend of master distillery selected bottles - one wheated and one high-rye. I liked the high-rye and purchased a bottle for about $65. They also had a limited release for a program they are doing with the Frasier museum which was available for purchase. It was a 6-year rye (it might have been 7-years, I forget at this point) for $135. Not being a fan of the rye, I passed on this.
- Heaven Hill - You Do Bourbon - This was a pretty cool experience! Heaven Hill's distillery was CROWDED with people. It seems to be a very popular stop on the Bourbon Trail. The You Do Bourbon experience was pretty pricey at $40 per person. But it was also really cool! We would each have the opportunity to purchase a bottle of our choice at the end of he tasting. 20 of us were taken back to a classroom setting, and we got right to tasting. We each had four samples in front of us - Bernheim 7-year Barrel Proof, Larceny Barrel Proof, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, and then Heaven Hill Select Stock 14-year. I don't know much about the Select Stock. They did say it was 14-years aged in a high floor of the rickhouse and it was wheated. The tour guide gave us the hard FOMO sale on the Select Stock - it's only 25 barrels, it's exclusive to the distillery, once it's gone....it's gone. It also had a price tag of $200! I was disappointed that we had so much wheated whiskey or low rye options on the tasting. But the Elijah Craig was wonderful! I purchased a bottle of it for about $80. I bottled it up using an idiot proof machine, corked it, and my wife drew up the labels. It was a very cool experience! There was a bachelor party full of what my wife and I affectionately refer to as "Bourbon Bros" who bought into the FOMO. They purchased probably 12-15 bottles of the Select Stock on their own! Kentucky must love these tour groups!
- Four Roses Bottling Facility - This is kind of near the Jim Beam distillery, and I think it's worth popping your head in and checking out. We did this, and their gift shop had a Master Distiller selected private barrel of OESQ for $105. I've yet to try it, but I am very excited to!
- Limestone Branch - We stopped in here for a quick flight. The flight they gave was very generous: Minor Case Sherry Finished Rye, Yellowstone 4-year, Yellowstone Toasted, Yellowstone Single-Malt, Yellowstone Hand-picked, and their gin. This is one of the things I like best about Kentucky, you can try before you buy! Had I not been given this option, I would have purchased the Toasted and Single-Malt. I would have been disappointed with both of these purchases. Ultimately, none of these selections were for me. But it was a cool experience nonetheless.
- The Kitchen Table - This was my favorite restaurant this trip! The Kitchen Table is located at the Jim Beam Distillery. Prices are very reasonable, and the food is fantastic! We tried appetizers: Pulled Pork Empinadas with white BBQ sauce (which was the best thing I ate all trip!) and Pimento Cheese and some Peppery Jelly spread (also great!). We tried the Burgoo which was good. And their burger was excellent! There are also some great Jim Beam themed pours and cocktails available. I had some of the "Kentucky Tea" Booker's which was just too good! I would have eaten here all trip if it was closer!
- Mammy's - This is in downtown Bardstown, and we really enjoyed it! It's just great southern cooking. We ate their for breakfast one day. We had biscuits and gravy, and eggs and bacon. We also went back for dinner one night and had a BLFT with Pimento Cheese, Hot Browns, and fried cornbread. I'm drooling as I type just remembering how great this was! The bar also has a ton of solid bourbons and decent prices. They even have live music certain evenings.
- Quick Stop - Old Riff swore by this place, and he nailed it! The Quick Stop is just a gas station on the way out of Bardstown. But they service awesome Jake's Country Sausage biscuits to go. This country sausage is just too good! We ate their on our way out to the Kentucky Cooperage and again on the way to the airport.
- Hadorn's Bakery - This place is a hole in the wall serving donuts. They had one of the best jelly donuts I've ever had. Very solid.
- Cozy Cottage - This is located by Maker's Mark. It's a total dive, but the food was decent and prices were fine. I got a burger, the wife had the pot roast special. I could take it or leave it.
- Herradura - This is a Mexican restaurant in Bardstown. It was actually pretty good! The food was decent and came out very fast. Like most places in Bardstown, they had a hell of a bourbon selection at reasonable prices.
- Sedona Taphouse - This was actually over in Lexington. They had a large amount of draft beers which I enjoyed. I also took advantage of the pours of Booker's for $15 and Stagg Jr for $10. Food was good as well.
A few tips for those considering a visit to Bardstown:
- Personally, I don't think you need a driver. The distilleries don't give you more than 2 oz on a tour. We weren't looking to drink a lot at the distilleries. But with some of the bar selections available at the distilleries it would have been easy to get carried away. That said, know your limits. If you are going to be drinking more than the 2 oz given at tastings, consider hiring a driver.
- Reserve ahead of time, especially on weekends! Our Thursday tours were pretty empty. Sometimes there was only an additional couple or two on our tours. But the Friday and especially Saturday tours were much more crowded.
- Don't get caught up in FOMO. There are plenty of bottles for sale at area liquor stores well above retail. There are also quite a few limited or distillery only releases. These don't necessarily equate to bourbon you will enjoy. Don't buy something just because it might be the only time you'll be able to get it.
- Try before you buy! It's pretty easy in most cases to get a pour of something before committing to a whole bottle. You'll find a bottle which sounds like it might be your thing is actually something you don't enjoy.
- Take the time to talk to people. There were definitely people that were there to "hunt" bottles. You could just feel the eye rolls by employees. These people walk in, ask for a bottle, and walk out. You're in Kentucky! Sit back and experience whiskey for yourself! Try a pour of something you've never heard of based on the recommendation of a stranger at the bar. Trade stories of restaurants/distilleries/attractions you enjoyed during your day. You might even get the inside scoop on something that you may have missed otherwise.
- Bardstown outside of peak season lacks off hours attractions. We also could have missed them. But we found that most attractions and even locally owned shops opened at 10am and closed at 4pm. There wasn't much to do in the evenings other than pony up to the bar. It's fine, but a little variety would have been welcome. I'm told it's a little more lively in season. But we definitely enjoyed the smaller crowds.
2023.03.21 18:58 a15minutestory [WP] You are a student in the most prestigious magic academy in the kingdom. No one knows how you got in, sure you have amazing magic potential, but you’re “magic blind” meaning you can only feel the presence of magic and not see any magic. [Part 64]
A slave-driving murderer had just publicly declared war on us. The cheering and applause of the people standing around us was an eerie and ominous accompaniment to the feeling of dread swelling in my chest and radiating down to my stomach. He'd captured all of them thus far. I swallowed and dropped my gaze down to the pavement as it dawned on me that all of those people had tasted freedom, and were then immediately and mercilessly hunted down and dragged back to hell.
But there was an interesting caveat there. He called us by the names O'Malley had erroneously wrote down in his ledger. The men that were chasing us that day had picked up our actual fake aliases, but then we'd killed them at the inn. It seemed that knowledge died with them– a drop of good luck in a raging downpour it seemed.
"William," I said just loud enough to catch his attention.
He turned and eyed me. "Huh? Were you talking to me?"
I lifted an eyebrow. "Yeah. Who else would I be calling William?"
He narrowed his eyes, "It's Tovin, you spaz."
I glanced around nervously. Nobody appeared to have been listening to us. I took him by the shoulder and led him away from the crowd gathered around the picture boxes. "What are you doing?" I hissed.
"What am I doing?" he scoffed. "What are you doing? You know my name. What, are you playing a game right now?"
"Our aliases," I said through my teeth. "We're using fake names, remember?"
His expression changed from annoyed and confused to forlorn and somber. He swallowed and looked away. "... I'm losing it again, aren't I?" he asked.
I remained silent. I didn't know what to say. I didn't want him to feel worse about it, but that would have been a dangerous slip-up in front of the wrong person. Before now, I was starting to think that Tovin back home had overblown how quickly the mental decline would be.
"Don't worry about it," I said finally, passing him on the sidewalk further into the city. "Come on. We need to find a way to make some money."
"And fast," he added, trailing behind me. "We need food, clothes, and a couple of beds. And more cigarettes, too. I've only got a few left and I'm trying to make them last."
We walked the mazelike streets of Bronzegirder looking for work. I wasn't used to Diesel society yet and often found myself hung up on storefront windows that marketed all kinds of gadgets and technology. I would do my best not to stare when people walked by wearing metallic pieces on their persons.
Some wore gadgets on their forearms, some on their wrists, and others in various other areas. I wondered what purpose they served, where they were sold, and how expensive they could be. And it wasn't just the gadgets. There were far more dark-skinned people here than we had in Galgia. It was something I had read about but never experienced. They ranged from light tan all the way to almost black, and it just added to the culture shock.
There appeared to be people living in the buildings above the storefronts. The tall towers we had seen in the far distance earlier served as housing as well as business space. Diesillians stood on their balconies, some hanging wet laundry, others leaning over their railing while they enjoyed a drink or a smoke. We passed so many things I would have wanted to stop and look at were we not being hunted. DuPonte seemed awfully sure of himself when he said he'd find us, but for the life of me, I couldn't imagine how one would find antything they were looking for in this city.
"I'm totally lost," I admitted. "We need a map or something."
He remained quiet. I turned to speak to him more directly only to find that he wasn't behind me anymore. My stomach dropped as I looked around at the sea of people.
"William?" I called out. "William!"
It was no good. I'd have to literally scream if I wanted to breach the drone of the crowd, and I couldn't afford to draw too much attention to myself. There was also the possibility that he'd forgotten his name again anyway. I adjusted the straps of my backpack and sighed deeply before doubling back. He couldn't have wandered too far away, and he'd be easy to spot against the horde of people in more modern clothing.
I kept close to the storefronts as I picked up my pace. I began to peer into each store as I passed them. The longer I searched, the more I worried. He wasn't in his right mind. He'd get himself noticed and captured if he let too much slip, or pulled down his hood. I came to the turn we had taken after we'd left the picture boxes. He was with me at this point, I was sure of it. I turned around and swallowed as I scanned the crowd.
This was really, really, bad.
"William?" I tried again. I decided to cross the street and nearly got run over by one of their vehicles. It screeched to a stop and when I lowered my arms, I found the front of the metallic machine inches from my face.
"Git the fuck oudda da road!" shouted the pilot, shaking his fist in the air. I quickly scurried onto the opposite sidewalk and made my way down the street with the flow of the crowd. I kept my eyes peeled as I walked. It was difficult to see over everyone's shoulders. Diesillians were a good deal taller than Galgians as a rule, and it made it a nightmare for an average-sized guy like myself. Just when I was about to start asking around, something caught my ear.
Something I never expected to hear– music.
I stopped in my tracks and the public parted around me like a river around a boulder. I turned toward the sound and followed my ears to a large silver pavilion nestled between two tall buildings. It looked like an empty lot that had been designed for another tall building but instead served as some sort of inner-city courtyard where live entertainment performed.
I slowly approached as a woman stood in front of a mic stand singing while a band performed with shining metallic instruments behind her. She had black hair styled in a way I'd never seen hair styled. It was pulled up and around under a hat and shined the same as her red lipstick did. But what awed me the most was that she was singing.
No danger; no combat; no sign of beasts being summoned forth. She sang beautifully, adding something to music that I had never in my life once considered because in Galgia, to sing was to slaughter. Music was a tool of war and forbidden entirely outside of such circumstances, for if one of us were even to hum, anything could come crawling out of the resulting portal.
But here she was, singing what I presumed were the words to a poem in perfect rhythm and harmony with the band that played behind her.
"You're my machine, my heart's ignition. The gears that keep my love in motion. You're the engine that never tires– the pistons set my soul on fire."
I was completely taken in. It was therefore no surprise to me that here in the crowd, I spotted Tovin watching her with equal admiration from the edge of the stage. I weaved through the crowd as politely as I was able and then stopped next to him. He glanced at me before quickly returning his eyes back to the stage. I didn't say anything to him; no words needed said so long as she was singing.
"You, my dear, a love machine, the one that keeps my bearings clean– I'm addicted to your engine's roar, your power's what I'm living for."
I wasn't a hundred percent sure what she was talking about, but it was clearly a love song written for one lucky guy. When the song was finished, she ever so slightly lifted her ruby-red dress from the sides and took a bow. The crowd clapped, a few whistles coming from somewhere behind us.
"Thank you," she said softly into the mic. "It's important to remember that love conquers all," she said, passing her deep black eyes over us. "Hatred fades over time, but love lasts; it endures. This next song is about a long lost love and reconnection."
We stayed and listened to a couple more songs before she left the stage, and the band with her. She disappeared on promises of returning tomorrow for a second show. Of all the things thus far I had seen in the land of our enemy, something so sweet as non-weaponized music ranked among the most surprising and awe-inspiring.
As the crowd began to disperse back onto the main street, I turned to Tovin. "Hey, do me a favor and don't disappear like that. I didn't know where you were and we've got to stick together."
"Can we come back here tomorrow?" he asked, completely ignoring what I'd said. He stared at me with hopeful eyes, a small smile on his face. It still felt strange of him to ask me permission for anything, but I couldn't deny that it was a pretty magical performance.
"Only if we live that long," I answered with a heaping helping of snark. "We need money so we can get off these streets tonight. Come on, we're losing daylight."
He looked past my shoulder and suddenly pointed. "What about that?"
I turned to see a bulletin board posted on the side of a building not far from us. On it were several posts, but one of them specifically read, "200 Octim Sign-On Bonus." The two of us walked up the board and looked over the job.
"There's a sign-on bonus," Tovin said as his eyes moved down the paper. "The Empress needs you. Galgian dogs sent monsters to run amok in our fair empire. Officials are spread thin amidst heightened tensions with Galgia's military. Find and kill monsters for bounties. Seek employment at the Hunters' Barracks at 443 Alloy Avenue on the north side of town. Look for the men in uniform."
"Monsters?" I asked. "There aren't any monsters in Galgia. None in all of Aurii if our textbooks are accurate."
"You want to at least check it out?" he asked.
"I think we'd be wasting our time," I said dismissively. "We hiked through a bunch of wilderness closer to the Galgian border and we didn't see anything all night."
He folded his arms. "Then let's get our sign-on bonus and leave."
That was such a fantastic point that I pushed my palm against my forehead and visibly cringed. "Oof. Why am I so dumb?" I whined.
"I don't think you're dumb," Tovin said as he moved down the bulletin board to look at other flyers. "I think you're just honest to a fault. It never would have occurred to you to do something so underhanded."
I would never get used to compliments from Tovin. It was like watching a different person wear his body and speak with his voice. Had life at ENU really been such a drag on him?
"None of these other jobs are offering money upfront," he added, turning to face me. "Let's head to the north side of town and see if we can find Alloy Avenue."
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The walk was long and difficult– not because it was too far, but because we had to pass so much delicious-smelling food along the way. I hadn't been sure before if Tovin was as hungry as I was, but the north side of Bronzegirder was quiet enough to hear both of our stomachs growling in concert with one another. The buildings were made of brick in the district we wandered through, and the walkways were closer to cobblestone like the kind we had back home. The roads were three times as wide, there were benches along the walkways, and they had planted trees caged in black iron gates at the trunks. The few people that strolled the sidewalks on Alloy Avenue were well-to-do, dressed in expensive-looking suits and wearing high hats with wide brims.
"I like this side of town better," Tovin said as we looked for building addresses. "Though I have to say, I'm surprised to see trees in the collossity."
"Goes a little against what we were taught doesn't it?" I asked.
"I don't recall being taught anything," he grumbled. "It's just another thing I somehow know."
I cast him a sympathetic glance and he didn't seem to like it. He scowled at me, "Don't you pity me."
"I'm not," I rolled my eyes. "I'd never feel bad for you Tovin, not in a thousand years."
"Just shut up," he snapped. "We're here."
He stopped in front of a brick building with an impressive stone staircase that had bronze handrails running up the length of them. At the top were two men in uniform just as the flyer had indicated. He was the first to start up the steps and I quickly followed behind him. As we passed them I took a good look at their uniforms. I could have sworn that I'd seen them somewhere before. We walked up to the glass doors and pulled them open.
A blast of warm air blew over us as we entered the building and it was a welcome reprieve from the cold. Inside was smaller than I had anticipated. I was expecting high ceilings, murals, metal artwork, and all kinds of stuff from how nice the outside looked. Instead, we found ourselves standing in a dirty lobby about the size of a headmaster's office. There were several rows of chairs dotted with people filling out forms on clipboards. At the back of the lobby was a little window with a man sitting on the other side. He was dark-skinned, had a shaved head, and bore a grisly pink scar across his cheek. He waved us forward when he noticed us.
"Let me do the talking," I whispered to Tovin, taking the lead in front of him as we made our way over; he didn't protest.
"Afternoon, gentlemen," he spoke into a microphone that relayed his voice to us through a little black device on the window. "Thinking about joining up?"
Before I could even speak, Tovin leaned onto the counter. "So when you say monsters," he adopted a skeptical look. "You mean like the ones that don't exist?"
The man behind the counter rolled his eyes. "Oh, great, another conspiracy theorist."
"What did you call me?" Tovin shot back.
"Ahhh, ha ha," I called out loudly, pulling Tovin back by his shoulder. "My brother is better at fighting than talking," I covered quickly. "Just talk to me from here on in."
He cast me a disinterested glance before handing us both clipboards with forms attached. "Whatever. Just read the whole thing and sign the liability waiver at the bottom. He's free to deny their existence while they're chewing his face off, but the empire won't be responsible for it."
I took both of the clipboards and passed one to Tovin. The two of us sat down and began going through them– and immediately, we faced a problem. They wanted first and last names, home addresses, medical history, and something called landline numbers. Tovin and I exchanged glances; this wasn't going to work.
I stood up and slowly walked back up to the counter as I looked over the document. Every time I looked, it seemed more and more ridiculous. Blood type? Social security number? Insurance provider? I didn't know what any of this meant. It might as well have been in an entirely different language.
"Did you have a question?" asked the man behind the counter.
"Yeah, I don't have most of this information," I said, setting the clipboard down on the counter. "Sorry, but we're gonna have to just go."
"Well, hang on now," he said, reaching under the little pass-through window and retrieving the clipboard. "I take it you boys are homeless then?" he asked.
"Uhh... Yeah," I answered tentatively. Did they really have such a homeless problem that he was able to jump to that conclusion so quickly? "We don't know how to answer these questions, so thanks anyways."
"I said hang on, dammit," he called through the mic before swiveling around in his chair and pulling some kind of lever underneath it that caused it to sink lower to the floor. He opened a cabinet and began rifling through it. I peered through the window at his chair– it was on some kind of ball axis that allowed him to spin in it freely. I felt like every couple of minutes I was seeing something I'd never seen before. He swiveled back around and lifted his chair back up before he handing me a new form. It was more like a strip of paper with three questions on it.
Shirt size, shoe size, and pant size.
There was a second slip of paper underneath it. I looked back up at the window attendant as Tovin appeared next to me. I handed him the slip of paper and we exchanged glances.
"The empire isn't being picky right now," spoke the man through the speaker. "You'll be assigned a number, a gun, and a uniform. You won't be eligible for emergency care, and you can't be assigned to a party. It'll be just the two of you. If you're still interested, we need all the help we can get."
I shrugged at Tovin, and he got to work filling out the information. I leaned on the counter and jotted down my uniform size before signing the waiver and handing everything back. He took both of the documents and then nodded toward the door on his right. "Come on back."
He reached under the table and did something that caused the door to make a whirring sound. It popped open on its own, and he thumbed us over to it. "Close it on your way in. Walk straight down the hall and through the third door on your left. Your hunter number is 27B and his is 28B."
We walked down the hallway and found the designated door already opened and with a sign on the inside that read, "Uniforms HERE" with an arrow pointing into the room. We were met by a portly woman with bouncy curls that hung down to her shoulders. She sat behind a desk absolutely surrounded by hanging uniforms, all kept in clear covering. She sized us up with a retractable ruler– the coolest ruler I had ever seen. After she took our measurements, she began sifting through uniforms.
"Why did they ask us for our sizes if they were going to measure us?" Tovin grumbled.
"I don't know," I whispered. "Just be quiet."
"Don't tell me to be quiet," he shot back, elbowing me in the ribs.
She turned around holding two suits by the hangers, one in each hand. "Your uniforms will come out of your first bounty collected," she announced. "No money needed upfront. Change into them and make sure they fit." We took them from her and she breezed past us. "Holler out here when you're changed." She closed the door behind her.
We turned away from one another and began getting dressed. I pulled back the crinkly clear material and looked down at the uniform. Now that I was seeing it closer, it was actually an extremely dark shade of blue, rather than black as I had thought prior. I looked down at the hat and held it in my hands. I had seen it before. Then, all at once, it came rushing back to me.
These were the uniforms of the men that had come to the mine. They had come carrying guns to inspect the worksite after what had happened to Hammer. Skully must have thought a monster had gotten to him based on the state of his body. I stared down at the uniform in disbelief. Could monsters really be running around in Diesel territory?
"You better not be looking over here," Tovin warned.
They had mistaken what Tovin had done for a monster attack. Skully's "fonekall" wasn't a pilgrimage. It was some form of long-distance communication. She reached out to the capital to request aid from someone, and they sent these guys. I began to wonder if I was making a mistake. If we could be dispatched like that, then we could feasibly be sent back to the camp.
I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. We were only in it for the sign-on bonus. Once we had that in our hands, we'd be outta here. We could even jump to the next town. They knew nothing about us other than our clothing size. We could be dust in the wind by tomorrow morning.
I shoved those thoughts to the back of my mind and quickly got dressed. The uniform fit perfectly, it was comfortable, and best of all had been designed with a high collar. It covered our neck markings perfectly. I turned to see Tovin with the hat on already. He looked like a classic Diesel villain from a comic book I had read as a kid.
"It fits nice," he said, testing the range of motion he had in his arms. "I think this will work."
"Yeah," I nodded. "Let's get our money and get the hell out."
"Speaking my language," he smirked.
He moved for the door and leaned out, calling for the attendant. I looked at myself in the full-body mirror and did a quick turnaround. I had to admit, I looked pretty darn stylish. The white gloves, belt, and hat looked pretty good against the dark blue and gold buttons.
The woman returned and smiled at both of us, her curls bouncing as she tossed her gaze cartoonishly left and right between us. "You two look good!"
"Thanks," I smiled back. "When do we get our sign-on bonus?"
"Oh, don't worry about that just yet," she said, moving back to her desk. "Do you boys know how to shoot?" she asked as she sat down.
"Shoot?" Tovin asked.
"A gun," she clarified, her smile fading. "Have either of you shot a gun?"
"No, ma'am," I answered. "Our parents didn't let us near them growing up."
"That's no problem," she said, lifting her hands. "We're happy to teach you the basics. You'll just exit the room and go left down to the very end of the hallway. I'll buzz you through the double doors at the end, and Old Mitchell will take you from there."
Tovin audibly groaned, and I took him by the arm, leading him out of the room. We walked down the hallway as he bellyached about what a waste of time it was. It was unlike him to turn his nose up at the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of a new weapon. In fact, he'd been acting weirdly childish lately. I didn't like it. It beat dealing with Tovin-Classic, but it was still a hassle. As we neared the end of the hallway, we began hearing the sound of guns being fired one by one.
The doors buckled and hummed the same as the first door had, and we pushed them open. We passed into a large room with Diesillians shooting at targets a good distance away. This was why the building was so large and the lobby was so small. The brick walls were covered in informational and safety posters, as well as what appeared to be schematics for the weapons themselves.
I looked across the large room to see a man striding toward us. He was wearing shiny black boots that were laced tightly to his calves. His pants and jacket were hunter green, and he bore perhaps the silliest mustache I'd ever seen; It was long and curled at the tips. I had to be careful not to snicker– his eyes were hidden behind dark sunglasses, and I couldn't tell if he was watching me.
"New recruits?" he called out to us from entirely too far away.
"Yes sir," I called back. "My brother and I just signed up."
"Brothers!" he exclaimed. "I love it, dammit!" He stopped in front of us. He was chewing on something and was being as obnoxious as he possibly could about it. He was wearing perhaps the stupidest hat I had seen of the Diesel yet. It had no visible brim and was high on one side while sloping down toward the other. For the life of me, I couldn't discern the purpose of it.
"You boys know how to shoot?" he asked.
"No sir," I shook my head. "We're new at this."
"Good," he smiled widely. "That means you haven't formed any bad habits yet. I love newbies," he said before waving for us to follow him. "Come on, let's get you your rifles. I'm Mitch, but folks around here call me Old Mitchell."
"James," I said as I followed after him. "This is my brother William." It was difficult to talk over the noise of the weapons. I occasionally jumped when someone shot their gun nearby– a reflex I couldn't wait to be rid of. He led us to a small room; so small that it might as well have been a glorified safe. He disappeared inside and came back out holding two guns. The same long metal tubes Tovin and I had been attacked with at O'Malley's inn.
We each took one and promptly inspected it. Suddenly, Old Mitchell stepped forward and grabbed both of our guns by the barrel, lifting them so they were pointed at the ceiling.
"You boys ever even held one of these?" he barked. "Careful where you aim. Never point one of these at anything or anyone that you're not prepared to destroy."
"They sweep you, Mitch?" asked a man as he passed behind us.
"Pointed 'em right at me," he called back with a laugh. "We'll get 'em straightened out, don't you worry about that." He looked at us both, chewing aggressively. "Now I'm gonna let these rifles go. You keep 'em pointed up, you understand?"
"Yes, sir," I answered.
"Sure," Tovin said in a disinterested tone.
He let go of our rifles and we kept them pointed at the ceiling as we were told. I looked up and down the length of the tube before turning it over and inspecting the area under the barrel. It was split underneath with what looked like some kind of spring running along the length of the tube.
"They're not loaded," Mitch said, waving for us to follow him to the other side of the room. "But you will always treat them like they are. I'm going to show you how to load them over here. Set them down on the desk, I'm gonna stand between the two of you so I can watch you both."
I set my gun down in front of me and looked to my right. There was a box of what I presumed to be bullets. I expected them to be round pellet-like projectiles, but they were tubular with roughly textured heads on them.
"Turn your weapon over. You'll notice you can see a spring inside the bottom of the barrel. Close to the other end of your gun, you'll find a little round tab there. Take that tab and push it with your thumb all the way up toward the tip of the barrel. You'll then pop it out to the side there."
I did as he asked, and sure enough, the barrel popped out to the left at the tip of the weapon. I glanced over at Tovin who was struggling with the spring. Old Mitchell moved over and helped him with it. "Sometimes they get stuck," he muttered as he got Tovin to the same step I was at.
"Now," he shouted. "Take your ammunition right there in the box next to you, and begin placing the rounds into the underside of the barrel, flat side first. Then, you'll load more bullets into the gun overlapping one another. Be careful not to let the rounds collide with one another too heavily, or you could have a little accident."
I loaded the bullets carefully one after another until the barrel was about full. He checked on Tovin's rifle, and then inspected mine.
"Good. Now realign the barrel, there and come with me to the bay," he said, starting toward the practice range. I carefully lifted the weapon and rested it against my shoulder, turning with Tovin to follow him. When we stopped at the range, he motioned for Tovin first. "Come on, Will, we're gonna start with you."
"Pass," he said nonchalantly.
Old Mitchell blinked twice. "What?"
"I want to see Gill do it first," he said, stepping out of my way.
"It's a nickname," I said quickly, stepping up to the range. "Anyways, I'll go first, I don't mind, what do I do here?"
Mitch remained silent for a couple of seconds before clapping his hands once. "Okay! Well, go ahead and pull the hammer back."
I looked down at the weapon and then back up at him. Sensing my confusion, he carefully reached forward and pulled back a little tiny lever on the top of the rifle until it clicked. "That's called pulling the hammer back," he said. "Will, you watching this?"
He didn't wait for a response. "Next thing you're gonna do is pull that lever out underneath the gun. That's going to load the weapon with a fresh cartridge. You're gonna do that between every shot, now. Lift it up against your shoulder like this; get it snug in there." He pulled it against my shoulder. "Look down the iron sight there at the tip of the rifle and line it up against your target. Your weapon is primed and ready to fire. You're good for fifteen shots before you've got to reload. You can always flip it over to see how many bullets are left. Go ahead and aim carefully, and try and hit that target paper down there."
At the end of the range, there was a piece of paper with a silhouette of a human head, shoulders, and torso. I closed one eye for better aim and held the gun tightly as I lined up my shot.
"Don't pull the trigger," Mitch advised in my left ear. "Squeeze it. Squeeze the trigger until it doesn't move easily anymore. Then when you're sure about your aim, squeeze with just that little bit of extra strength you need."
I did as he said, and felt what he was referring to. With my target in sight, my hand steady, and my aim as true as I could hope for, I fired the weapon. The shot rang out right in my ear, but interestingly enough, it wasn't so bad when I was the one firing. I was ready for it, and expecting it.
"Holy smokes!" exclaimed Mitch. "You put one right between the eyes!"
"Beginners's luck," said a man from behind me. "I did the same thing first time I shot, and never did it again."
"Let's prove him wrong, James," Old Mitchell laughed. "Now use that lever under the gun to eject the casing and load a fresh bullet."
I pulled the lever and the shiny little bullet casing popped out the top and flew over my shoulder. It was a really satisfying feeling.
"Do I pull the hammer again? I asked.
"Nope, it'll pop back down. You'll only pull that hammer back the first time. Go ahead and fire again, only this time, aim for the neck."
"Alright," I said, closing my eye and tightening my focus. I squeezed the trigger just as I had the first time and shot a hole straight through the center of the target's neck. I lifted my head and smiled. "I hit it!"
"No way," said the man behind me. "Ain't never shot before, my ass. He's taking you for a ride, Mitch."
"You're sure you're new at this, son?" Old Mitchell asked, one eye half shut. "That's really impressive, kid. Seriously, if this is your first time holding a rifle, you might be cut out for the military. Had a staff sergeant with worse aim than you."
"Alright, alright," Tovin pushed me aside. "My turn. Let me show you something you'll never forget."
The two of us took turns shooting for hours. We hadn't even noticed the time going by. For once, it seemed Tovin had found something he wasn't naturally amazing at, and it was infuriating him to no end.
Conversely, I found something I was really, really good at. I hit my target almost every time, and to be honest, I couldn't figure out what was so difficult about it. A crowd had gathered to watch me shoot. I got really swift with the lever, and could shoot out both of a target's eyes, and put one in its forehead in a matter of seconds.
Tovin wasn't a bad shot, but I knew how he felt. If he wasn't first, he was last as far as he was concerned, and at one point he about threw his rifle. Old Mitchell had to talk to him about how some things come naturally to others, and how he shouldn't be discouraged from coming to the range and practicing.
It was rich hearing Tovin get that talk of all people. The natural genius that outshined everyone, struggling with something for the very first time. I almost couldn't believe I was better than him at something, and of course, it just had to be the thing that we'd never do again once we found our friends and went back home.
Our friends.
We were wasting time here. "Hey, Mitchel," I turned toward him. "When do we get our sign-on bonus? It was supposed to be something like 200 octims."
"You get your sign-on bonus when you bring back your first bounty," he responded quickly.
"What?" Tovin shouted. "That's not fair! We signed on, now where's our money?"
I was equally upset. We were lied to. But it made sense that they couldn't just hand us uniforms, cash, and a gun, and let us go. They wanted to make sure we at least killed a monster.
"It's fine," I said with a sigh. "Where can we find bounties?"
"It's not fine," Tovin protested.
I yanked him by the collar of his shirt and looked him in the eyes. "It's fine," I said slowly and firmly. "We'll run out, bag a monster, and be back before dark."
He held eye contact with me for several seconds before shrugging me off of him and walking away. He stormed across the bay and left through the double doors at the other end of the room.
"My brother was the same way," said Mitch. "Hard-headed. Stubborn as a mule. Loyal as anyone you'd ever meet though."
He had no idea. Tovin wasn't just difficult, but he was turning into a walking liability. I didn't know how much longer I could take him acting like this. Suddenly, Mitch extended his arm, pointing to a door adjacent to where he'd gotten our guns from.
"Bounty board is in there. Come on, I'll show you."
It was a medium-sized room with several corkboards wall to wall filled with bounties. Every monster was named and almost all of them were sketched to a professional degree. You could find how much money the monster was going for, which hunters it had killed, where it was last seen, as well as whether or not there were hunters currently after it.
They had a system where you would notate which monster you were going after, and if you didn't return, they'd add your name under the list of hunters that died searching for it. There were so many monsters I couldn't believe it, and according to Old Mitchell, these were only the monsters within a five-mile radius of Bronzegirder.
I learned the process of choosing a bounty and chose a smaller monster with no names under its fatality list. Mitch agreed it was a good monster for beginners, and offered a few pointers for tracking it. I submitted the bounty request and got it approved before leaving the bay and heading down the hall in search of Tovin. I entered the lobby and didn't see him. I left the building and found him at the top of the steps staring out into the street where a couple of vehicles were hauling something massive together under a tarp.
Several uniformed hunters were walking slowly next to the vehicles. Their uniforms were tattered and bloodstained, and a few of them walked with a limp. We watched as the exhausted men passed the building on their way down the road. Two of them were sobbing silently, but we could tell by their exposed teeth and wrinkled expressions that they'd lost someone.
From beneath the tarp, a scaly limb fell off the side of the vehicle and dangled lifelessly. It was a reptilian-looking arm with an open wound, and the shredded remnants of a uniform hanging from its claws.
"Gill," Tovin said quietly. "Is that..."
"Yeah," I answered.
"That's definitely a monster."
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But there was an interesting caveat there. He called us by the names O'Malley had erroneously wrote down in his ledger. The men that were chasing us that day had picked up our actual fake aliases, but then we'd killed them at the inn. It seemed that knowledge died with them– a drop of good luck in a raging downpour it seemed.
"William," I said just loud enough to catch his attention.
He turned and eyed me. "Huh? Were you talking to me?"
I lifted an eyebrow. "Yeah. Who else would I be calling William?"
He narrowed his eyes, "It's Tovin, you spaz."
I glanced around nervously. Nobody appeared to have been listening to us. I took him by the shoulder and led him away from the crowd gathered around the picture boxes. "What are you doing?" I hissed.
"What am I doing?" he scoffed. "What are you doing? You know my name. What, are you playing a game right now?"
"Our aliases," I said through my teeth. "We're using fake names, remember?"
His expression changed from annoyed and confused to forlorn and somber. He swallowed and looked away. "... I'm losing it again, aren't I?" he asked.
I remained silent. I didn't know what to say. I didn't want him to feel worse about it, but that would have been a dangerous slip-up in front of the wrong person. Before now, I was starting to think that Tovin back home had overblown how quickly the mental decline would be.
"Don't worry about it," I said finally, passing him on the sidewalk further into the city. "Come on. We need to find a way to make some money."
"And fast," he added, trailing behind me. "We need food, clothes, and a couple of beds. And more cigarettes, too. I've only got a few left and I'm trying to make them last."
We walked the mazelike streets of Bronzegirder looking for work. I wasn't used to Diesel society yet and often found myself hung up on storefront windows that marketed all kinds of gadgets and technology. I would do my best not to stare when people walked by wearing metallic pieces on their persons.
Some wore gadgets on their forearms, some on their wrists, and others in various other areas. I wondered what purpose they served, where they were sold, and how expensive they could be. And it wasn't just the gadgets. There were far more dark-skinned people here than we had in Galgia. It was something I had read about but never experienced. They ranged from light tan all the way to almost black, and it just added to the culture shock.
There appeared to be people living in the buildings above the storefronts. The tall towers we had seen in the far distance earlier served as housing as well as business space. Diesillians stood on their balconies, some hanging wet laundry, others leaning over their railing while they enjoyed a drink or a smoke. We passed so many things I would have wanted to stop and look at were we not being hunted. DuPonte seemed awfully sure of himself when he said he'd find us, but for the life of me, I couldn't imagine how one would find antything they were looking for in this city.
"I'm totally lost," I admitted. "We need a map or something."
He remained quiet. I turned to speak to him more directly only to find that he wasn't behind me anymore. My stomach dropped as I looked around at the sea of people.
"William?" I called out. "William!"
It was no good. I'd have to literally scream if I wanted to breach the drone of the crowd, and I couldn't afford to draw too much attention to myself. There was also the possibility that he'd forgotten his name again anyway. I adjusted the straps of my backpack and sighed deeply before doubling back. He couldn't have wandered too far away, and he'd be easy to spot against the horde of people in more modern clothing.
I kept close to the storefronts as I picked up my pace. I began to peer into each store as I passed them. The longer I searched, the more I worried. He wasn't in his right mind. He'd get himself noticed and captured if he let too much slip, or pulled down his hood. I came to the turn we had taken after we'd left the picture boxes. He was with me at this point, I was sure of it. I turned around and swallowed as I scanned the crowd.
This was really, really, bad.
"William?" I tried again. I decided to cross the street and nearly got run over by one of their vehicles. It screeched to a stop and when I lowered my arms, I found the front of the metallic machine inches from my face.
"Git the fuck oudda da road!" shouted the pilot, shaking his fist in the air. I quickly scurried onto the opposite sidewalk and made my way down the street with the flow of the crowd. I kept my eyes peeled as I walked. It was difficult to see over everyone's shoulders. Diesillians were a good deal taller than Galgians as a rule, and it made it a nightmare for an average-sized guy like myself. Just when I was about to start asking around, something caught my ear.
Something I never expected to hear– music.
I stopped in my tracks and the public parted around me like a river around a boulder. I turned toward the sound and followed my ears to a large silver pavilion nestled between two tall buildings. It looked like an empty lot that had been designed for another tall building but instead served as some sort of inner-city courtyard where live entertainment performed.
I slowly approached as a woman stood in front of a mic stand singing while a band performed with shining metallic instruments behind her. She had black hair styled in a way I'd never seen hair styled. It was pulled up and around under a hat and shined the same as her red lipstick did. But what awed me the most was that she was singing.
No danger; no combat; no sign of beasts being summoned forth. She sang beautifully, adding something to music that I had never in my life once considered because in Galgia, to sing was to slaughter. Music was a tool of war and forbidden entirely outside of such circumstances, for if one of us were even to hum, anything could come crawling out of the resulting portal.
But here she was, singing what I presumed were the words to a poem in perfect rhythm and harmony with the band that played behind her.
"You're my machine, my heart's ignition. The gears that keep my love in motion. You're the engine that never tires– the pistons set my soul on fire."
I was completely taken in. It was therefore no surprise to me that here in the crowd, I spotted Tovin watching her with equal admiration from the edge of the stage. I weaved through the crowd as politely as I was able and then stopped next to him. He glanced at me before quickly returning his eyes back to the stage. I didn't say anything to him; no words needed said so long as she was singing.
"You, my dear, a love machine, the one that keeps my bearings clean– I'm addicted to your engine's roar, your power's what I'm living for."
I wasn't a hundred percent sure what she was talking about, but it was clearly a love song written for one lucky guy. When the song was finished, she ever so slightly lifted her ruby-red dress from the sides and took a bow. The crowd clapped, a few whistles coming from somewhere behind us.
"Thank you," she said softly into the mic. "It's important to remember that love conquers all," she said, passing her deep black eyes over us. "Hatred fades over time, but love lasts; it endures. This next song is about a long lost love and reconnection."
We stayed and listened to a couple more songs before she left the stage, and the band with her. She disappeared on promises of returning tomorrow for a second show. Of all the things thus far I had seen in the land of our enemy, something so sweet as non-weaponized music ranked among the most surprising and awe-inspiring.
As the crowd began to disperse back onto the main street, I turned to Tovin. "Hey, do me a favor and don't disappear like that. I didn't know where you were and we've got to stick together."
"Can we come back here tomorrow?" he asked, completely ignoring what I'd said. He stared at me with hopeful eyes, a small smile on his face. It still felt strange of him to ask me permission for anything, but I couldn't deny that it was a pretty magical performance.
"Only if we live that long," I answered with a heaping helping of snark. "We need money so we can get off these streets tonight. Come on, we're losing daylight."
He looked past my shoulder and suddenly pointed. "What about that?"
I turned to see a bulletin board posted on the side of a building not far from us. On it were several posts, but one of them specifically read, "200 Octim Sign-On Bonus." The two of us walked up the board and looked over the job.
"There's a sign-on bonus," Tovin said as his eyes moved down the paper. "The Empress needs you. Galgian dogs sent monsters to run amok in our fair empire. Officials are spread thin amidst heightened tensions with Galgia's military. Find and kill monsters for bounties. Seek employment at the Hunters' Barracks at 443 Alloy Avenue on the north side of town. Look for the men in uniform."
"Monsters?" I asked. "There aren't any monsters in Galgia. None in all of Aurii if our textbooks are accurate."
"You want to at least check it out?" he asked.
"I think we'd be wasting our time," I said dismissively. "We hiked through a bunch of wilderness closer to the Galgian border and we didn't see anything all night."
He folded his arms. "Then let's get our sign-on bonus and leave."
That was such a fantastic point that I pushed my palm against my forehead and visibly cringed. "Oof. Why am I so dumb?" I whined.
"I don't think you're dumb," Tovin said as he moved down the bulletin board to look at other flyers. "I think you're just honest to a fault. It never would have occurred to you to do something so underhanded."
I would never get used to compliments from Tovin. It was like watching a different person wear his body and speak with his voice. Had life at ENU really been such a drag on him?
"None of these other jobs are offering money upfront," he added, turning to face me. "Let's head to the north side of town and see if we can find Alloy Avenue."
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The walk was long and difficult– not because it was too far, but because we had to pass so much delicious-smelling food along the way. I hadn't been sure before if Tovin was as hungry as I was, but the north side of Bronzegirder was quiet enough to hear both of our stomachs growling in concert with one another. The buildings were made of brick in the district we wandered through, and the walkways were closer to cobblestone like the kind we had back home. The roads were three times as wide, there were benches along the walkways, and they had planted trees caged in black iron gates at the trunks. The few people that strolled the sidewalks on Alloy Avenue were well-to-do, dressed in expensive-looking suits and wearing high hats with wide brims.
"I like this side of town better," Tovin said as we looked for building addresses. "Though I have to say, I'm surprised to see trees in the collossity."
"Goes a little against what we were taught doesn't it?" I asked.
"I don't recall being taught anything," he grumbled. "It's just another thing I somehow know."
I cast him a sympathetic glance and he didn't seem to like it. He scowled at me, "Don't you pity me."
"I'm not," I rolled my eyes. "I'd never feel bad for you Tovin, not in a thousand years."
"Just shut up," he snapped. "We're here."
He stopped in front of a brick building with an impressive stone staircase that had bronze handrails running up the length of them. At the top were two men in uniform just as the flyer had indicated. He was the first to start up the steps and I quickly followed behind him. As we passed them I took a good look at their uniforms. I could have sworn that I'd seen them somewhere before. We walked up to the glass doors and pulled them open.
A blast of warm air blew over us as we entered the building and it was a welcome reprieve from the cold. Inside was smaller than I had anticipated. I was expecting high ceilings, murals, metal artwork, and all kinds of stuff from how nice the outside looked. Instead, we found ourselves standing in a dirty lobby about the size of a headmaster's office. There were several rows of chairs dotted with people filling out forms on clipboards. At the back of the lobby was a little window with a man sitting on the other side. He was dark-skinned, had a shaved head, and bore a grisly pink scar across his cheek. He waved us forward when he noticed us.
"Let me do the talking," I whispered to Tovin, taking the lead in front of him as we made our way over; he didn't protest.
"Afternoon, gentlemen," he spoke into a microphone that relayed his voice to us through a little black device on the window. "Thinking about joining up?"
Before I could even speak, Tovin leaned onto the counter. "So when you say monsters," he adopted a skeptical look. "You mean like the ones that don't exist?"
The man behind the counter rolled his eyes. "Oh, great, another conspiracy theorist."
"What did you call me?" Tovin shot back.
"Ahhh, ha ha," I called out loudly, pulling Tovin back by his shoulder. "My brother is better at fighting than talking," I covered quickly. "Just talk to me from here on in."
He cast me a disinterested glance before handing us both clipboards with forms attached. "Whatever. Just read the whole thing and sign the liability waiver at the bottom. He's free to deny their existence while they're chewing his face off, but the empire won't be responsible for it."
I took both of the clipboards and passed one to Tovin. The two of us sat down and began going through them– and immediately, we faced a problem. They wanted first and last names, home addresses, medical history, and something called landline numbers. Tovin and I exchanged glances; this wasn't going to work.
I stood up and slowly walked back up to the counter as I looked over the document. Every time I looked, it seemed more and more ridiculous. Blood type? Social security number? Insurance provider? I didn't know what any of this meant. It might as well have been in an entirely different language.
"Did you have a question?" asked the man behind the counter.
"Yeah, I don't have most of this information," I said, setting the clipboard down on the counter. "Sorry, but we're gonna have to just go."
"Well, hang on now," he said, reaching under the little pass-through window and retrieving the clipboard. "I take it you boys are homeless then?" he asked.
"Uhh... Yeah," I answered tentatively. Did they really have such a homeless problem that he was able to jump to that conclusion so quickly? "We don't know how to answer these questions, so thanks anyways."
"I said hang on, dammit," he called through the mic before swiveling around in his chair and pulling some kind of lever underneath it that caused it to sink lower to the floor. He opened a cabinet and began rifling through it. I peered through the window at his chair– it was on some kind of ball axis that allowed him to spin in it freely. I felt like every couple of minutes I was seeing something I'd never seen before. He swiveled back around and lifted his chair back up before he handing me a new form. It was more like a strip of paper with three questions on it.
Shirt size, shoe size, and pant size.
There was a second slip of paper underneath it. I looked back up at the window attendant as Tovin appeared next to me. I handed him the slip of paper and we exchanged glances.
"The empire isn't being picky right now," spoke the man through the speaker. "You'll be assigned a number, a gun, and a uniform. You won't be eligible for emergency care, and you can't be assigned to a party. It'll be just the two of you. If you're still interested, we need all the help we can get."
I shrugged at Tovin, and he got to work filling out the information. I leaned on the counter and jotted down my uniform size before signing the waiver and handing everything back. He took both of the documents and then nodded toward the door on his right. "Come on back."
He reached under the table and did something that caused the door to make a whirring sound. It popped open on its own, and he thumbed us over to it. "Close it on your way in. Walk straight down the hall and through the third door on your left. Your hunter number is 27B and his is 28B."
We walked down the hallway and found the designated door already opened and with a sign on the inside that read, "Uniforms HERE" with an arrow pointing into the room. We were met by a portly woman with bouncy curls that hung down to her shoulders. She sat behind a desk absolutely surrounded by hanging uniforms, all kept in clear covering. She sized us up with a retractable ruler– the coolest ruler I had ever seen. After she took our measurements, she began sifting through uniforms.
"Why did they ask us for our sizes if they were going to measure us?" Tovin grumbled.
"I don't know," I whispered. "Just be quiet."
"Don't tell me to be quiet," he shot back, elbowing me in the ribs.
She turned around holding two suits by the hangers, one in each hand. "Your uniforms will come out of your first bounty collected," she announced. "No money needed upfront. Change into them and make sure they fit." We took them from her and she breezed past us. "Holler out here when you're changed." She closed the door behind her.
We turned away from one another and began getting dressed. I pulled back the crinkly clear material and looked down at the uniform. Now that I was seeing it closer, it was actually an extremely dark shade of blue, rather than black as I had thought prior. I looked down at the hat and held it in my hands. I had seen it before. Then, all at once, it came rushing back to me.
These were the uniforms of the men that had come to the mine. They had come carrying guns to inspect the worksite after what had happened to Hammer. Skully must have thought a monster had gotten to him based on the state of his body. I stared down at the uniform in disbelief. Could monsters really be running around in Diesel territory?
"You better not be looking over here," Tovin warned.
They had mistaken what Tovin had done for a monster attack. Skully's "fonekall" wasn't a pilgrimage. It was some form of long-distance communication. She reached out to the capital to request aid from someone, and they sent these guys. I began to wonder if I was making a mistake. If we could be dispatched like that, then we could feasibly be sent back to the camp.
I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. We were only in it for the sign-on bonus. Once we had that in our hands, we'd be outta here. We could even jump to the next town. They knew nothing about us other than our clothing size. We could be dust in the wind by tomorrow morning.
I shoved those thoughts to the back of my mind and quickly got dressed. The uniform fit perfectly, it was comfortable, and best of all had been designed with a high collar. It covered our neck markings perfectly. I turned to see Tovin with the hat on already. He looked like a classic Diesel villain from a comic book I had read as a kid.
"It fits nice," he said, testing the range of motion he had in his arms. "I think this will work."
"Yeah," I nodded. "Let's get our money and get the hell out."
"Speaking my language," he smirked.
He moved for the door and leaned out, calling for the attendant. I looked at myself in the full-body mirror and did a quick turnaround. I had to admit, I looked pretty darn stylish. The white gloves, belt, and hat looked pretty good against the dark blue and gold buttons.
The woman returned and smiled at both of us, her curls bouncing as she tossed her gaze cartoonishly left and right between us. "You two look good!"
"Thanks," I smiled back. "When do we get our sign-on bonus?"
"Oh, don't worry about that just yet," she said, moving back to her desk. "Do you boys know how to shoot?" she asked as she sat down.
"Shoot?" Tovin asked.
"A gun," she clarified, her smile fading. "Have either of you shot a gun?"
"No, ma'am," I answered. "Our parents didn't let us near them growing up."
"That's no problem," she said, lifting her hands. "We're happy to teach you the basics. You'll just exit the room and go left down to the very end of the hallway. I'll buzz you through the double doors at the end, and Old Mitchell will take you from there."
Tovin audibly groaned, and I took him by the arm, leading him out of the room. We walked down the hallway as he bellyached about what a waste of time it was. It was unlike him to turn his nose up at the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of a new weapon. In fact, he'd been acting weirdly childish lately. I didn't like it. It beat dealing with Tovin-Classic, but it was still a hassle. As we neared the end of the hallway, we began hearing the sound of guns being fired one by one.
The doors buckled and hummed the same as the first door had, and we pushed them open. We passed into a large room with Diesillians shooting at targets a good distance away. This was why the building was so large and the lobby was so small. The brick walls were covered in informational and safety posters, as well as what appeared to be schematics for the weapons themselves.
I looked across the large room to see a man striding toward us. He was wearing shiny black boots that were laced tightly to his calves. His pants and jacket were hunter green, and he bore perhaps the silliest mustache I'd ever seen; It was long and curled at the tips. I had to be careful not to snicker– his eyes were hidden behind dark sunglasses, and I couldn't tell if he was watching me.
"New recruits?" he called out to us from entirely too far away.
"Yes sir," I called back. "My brother and I just signed up."
"Brothers!" he exclaimed. "I love it, dammit!" He stopped in front of us. He was chewing on something and was being as obnoxious as he possibly could about it. He was wearing perhaps the stupidest hat I had seen of the Diesel yet. It had no visible brim and was high on one side while sloping down toward the other. For the life of me, I couldn't discern the purpose of it.
"You boys know how to shoot?" he asked.
"No sir," I shook my head. "We're new at this."
"Good," he smiled widely. "That means you haven't formed any bad habits yet. I love newbies," he said before waving for us to follow him. "Come on, let's get you your rifles. I'm Mitch, but folks around here call me Old Mitchell."
"James," I said as I followed after him. "This is my brother William." It was difficult to talk over the noise of the weapons. I occasionally jumped when someone shot their gun nearby– a reflex I couldn't wait to be rid of. He led us to a small room; so small that it might as well have been a glorified safe. He disappeared inside and came back out holding two guns. The same long metal tubes Tovin and I had been attacked with at O'Malley's inn.
We each took one and promptly inspected it. Suddenly, Old Mitchell stepped forward and grabbed both of our guns by the barrel, lifting them so they were pointed at the ceiling.
"You boys ever even held one of these?" he barked. "Careful where you aim. Never point one of these at anything or anyone that you're not prepared to destroy."
"They sweep you, Mitch?" asked a man as he passed behind us.
"Pointed 'em right at me," he called back with a laugh. "We'll get 'em straightened out, don't you worry about that." He looked at us both, chewing aggressively. "Now I'm gonna let these rifles go. You keep 'em pointed up, you understand?"
"Yes, sir," I answered.
"Sure," Tovin said in a disinterested tone.
He let go of our rifles and we kept them pointed at the ceiling as we were told. I looked up and down the length of the tube before turning it over and inspecting the area under the barrel. It was split underneath with what looked like some kind of spring running along the length of the tube.
"They're not loaded," Mitch said, waving for us to follow him to the other side of the room. "But you will always treat them like they are. I'm going to show you how to load them over here. Set them down on the desk, I'm gonna stand between the two of you so I can watch you both."
I set my gun down in front of me and looked to my right. There was a box of what I presumed to be bullets. I expected them to be round pellet-like projectiles, but they were tubular with roughly textured heads on them.
"Turn your weapon over. You'll notice you can see a spring inside the bottom of the barrel. Close to the other end of your gun, you'll find a little round tab there. Take that tab and push it with your thumb all the way up toward the tip of the barrel. You'll then pop it out to the side there."
I did as he asked, and sure enough, the barrel popped out to the left at the tip of the weapon. I glanced over at Tovin who was struggling with the spring. Old Mitchell moved over and helped him with it. "Sometimes they get stuck," he muttered as he got Tovin to the same step I was at.
"Now," he shouted. "Take your ammunition right there in the box next to you, and begin placing the rounds into the underside of the barrel, flat side first. Then, you'll load more bullets into the gun overlapping one another. Be careful not to let the rounds collide with one another too heavily, or you could have a little accident."
I loaded the bullets carefully one after another until the barrel was about full. He checked on Tovin's rifle, and then inspected mine.
"Good. Now realign the barrel, there and come with me to the bay," he said, starting toward the practice range. I carefully lifted the weapon and rested it against my shoulder, turning with Tovin to follow him. When we stopped at the range, he motioned for Tovin first. "Come on, Will, we're gonna start with you."
"Pass," he said nonchalantly.
Old Mitchell blinked twice. "What?"
"I want to see Gill do it first," he said, stepping out of my way.
"It's a nickname," I said quickly, stepping up to the range. "Anyways, I'll go first, I don't mind, what do I do here?"
Mitch remained silent for a couple of seconds before clapping his hands once. "Okay! Well, go ahead and pull the hammer back."
I looked down at the weapon and then back up at him. Sensing my confusion, he carefully reached forward and pulled back a little tiny lever on the top of the rifle until it clicked. "That's called pulling the hammer back," he said. "Will, you watching this?"
He didn't wait for a response. "Next thing you're gonna do is pull that lever out underneath the gun. That's going to load the weapon with a fresh cartridge. You're gonna do that between every shot, now. Lift it up against your shoulder like this; get it snug in there." He pulled it against my shoulder. "Look down the iron sight there at the tip of the rifle and line it up against your target. Your weapon is primed and ready to fire. You're good for fifteen shots before you've got to reload. You can always flip it over to see how many bullets are left. Go ahead and aim carefully, and try and hit that target paper down there."
At the end of the range, there was a piece of paper with a silhouette of a human head, shoulders, and torso. I closed one eye for better aim and held the gun tightly as I lined up my shot.
"Don't pull the trigger," Mitch advised in my left ear. "Squeeze it. Squeeze the trigger until it doesn't move easily anymore. Then when you're sure about your aim, squeeze with just that little bit of extra strength you need."
I did as he said, and felt what he was referring to. With my target in sight, my hand steady, and my aim as true as I could hope for, I fired the weapon. The shot rang out right in my ear, but interestingly enough, it wasn't so bad when I was the one firing. I was ready for it, and expecting it.
"Holy smokes!" exclaimed Mitch. "You put one right between the eyes!"
"Beginners's luck," said a man from behind me. "I did the same thing first time I shot, and never did it again."
"Let's prove him wrong, James," Old Mitchell laughed. "Now use that lever under the gun to eject the casing and load a fresh bullet."
I pulled the lever and the shiny little bullet casing popped out the top and flew over my shoulder. It was a really satisfying feeling.
"Do I pull the hammer again? I asked.
"Nope, it'll pop back down. You'll only pull that hammer back the first time. Go ahead and fire again, only this time, aim for the neck."
"Alright," I said, closing my eye and tightening my focus. I squeezed the trigger just as I had the first time and shot a hole straight through the center of the target's neck. I lifted my head and smiled. "I hit it!"
"No way," said the man behind me. "Ain't never shot before, my ass. He's taking you for a ride, Mitch."
"You're sure you're new at this, son?" Old Mitchell asked, one eye half shut. "That's really impressive, kid. Seriously, if this is your first time holding a rifle, you might be cut out for the military. Had a staff sergeant with worse aim than you."
"Alright, alright," Tovin pushed me aside. "My turn. Let me show you something you'll never forget."
The two of us took turns shooting for hours. We hadn't even noticed the time going by. For once, it seemed Tovin had found something he wasn't naturally amazing at, and it was infuriating him to no end.
Conversely, I found something I was really, really good at. I hit my target almost every time, and to be honest, I couldn't figure out what was so difficult about it. A crowd had gathered to watch me shoot. I got really swift with the lever, and could shoot out both of a target's eyes, and put one in its forehead in a matter of seconds.
Tovin wasn't a bad shot, but I knew how he felt. If he wasn't first, he was last as far as he was concerned, and at one point he about threw his rifle. Old Mitchell had to talk to him about how some things come naturally to others, and how he shouldn't be discouraged from coming to the range and practicing.
It was rich hearing Tovin get that talk of all people. The natural genius that outshined everyone, struggling with something for the very first time. I almost couldn't believe I was better than him at something, and of course, it just had to be the thing that we'd never do again once we found our friends and went back home.
Our friends.
We were wasting time here. "Hey, Mitchel," I turned toward him. "When do we get our sign-on bonus? It was supposed to be something like 200 octims."
"You get your sign-on bonus when you bring back your first bounty," he responded quickly.
"What?" Tovin shouted. "That's not fair! We signed on, now where's our money?"
I was equally upset. We were lied to. But it made sense that they couldn't just hand us uniforms, cash, and a gun, and let us go. They wanted to make sure we at least killed a monster.
"It's fine," I said with a sigh. "Where can we find bounties?"
"It's not fine," Tovin protested.
I yanked him by the collar of his shirt and looked him in the eyes. "It's fine," I said slowly and firmly. "We'll run out, bag a monster, and be back before dark."
He held eye contact with me for several seconds before shrugging me off of him and walking away. He stormed across the bay and left through the double doors at the other end of the room.
"My brother was the same way," said Mitch. "Hard-headed. Stubborn as a mule. Loyal as anyone you'd ever meet though."
He had no idea. Tovin wasn't just difficult, but he was turning into a walking liability. I didn't know how much longer I could take him acting like this. Suddenly, Mitch extended his arm, pointing to a door adjacent to where he'd gotten our guns from.
"Bounty board is in there. Come on, I'll show you."
It was a medium-sized room with several corkboards wall to wall filled with bounties. Every monster was named and almost all of them were sketched to a professional degree. You could find how much money the monster was going for, which hunters it had killed, where it was last seen, as well as whether or not there were hunters currently after it.
They had a system where you would notate which monster you were going after, and if you didn't return, they'd add your name under the list of hunters that died searching for it. There were so many monsters I couldn't believe it, and according to Old Mitchell, these were only the monsters within a five-mile radius of Bronzegirder.
I learned the process of choosing a bounty and chose a smaller monster with no names under its fatality list. Mitch agreed it was a good monster for beginners, and offered a few pointers for tracking it. I submitted the bounty request and got it approved before leaving the bay and heading down the hall in search of Tovin. I entered the lobby and didn't see him. I left the building and found him at the top of the steps staring out into the street where a couple of vehicles were hauling something massive together under a tarp.
Several uniformed hunters were walking slowly next to the vehicles. Their uniforms were tattered and bloodstained, and a few of them walked with a limp. We watched as the exhausted men passed the building on their way down the road. Two of them were sobbing silently, but we could tell by their exposed teeth and wrinkled expressions that they'd lost someone.
From beneath the tarp, a scaly limb fell off the side of the vehicle and dangled lifelessly. It was a reptilian-looking arm with an open wound, and the shredded remnants of a uniform hanging from its claws.
"Gill," Tovin said quietly. "Is that..."
"Yeah," I answered.
"That's definitely a monster."
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2023.03.21 18:27 Eazycompanyy 3 week trip recap
Bangkok- coming from small cityCanada it was a little hectic at first but I enjoyed the markets, went to floating market but not the instagram one it was more inner city and you get off boat to the markets. Khao San road one night. went early and it was good then watched it turn into zoo which was interesting and annoying at the same time Last day mostly stayed at our hotel Amara Bangkok as we had a beautiful rooftop pool and bar so we had to enjoy
Phuket: almost equally as hectic as Bangkok. I stayed in patong area but away from the noise, the main drag was fun at night, as I loved the live music, it was so good I questioned if it was even live. The taxi situation is exactly what everyone says it is, expensive and bolt drivers likely will decline for you. Went to the big Buddha and kata beach one day, the beach is way more packed than Patong and not worth the taxii price.The Russian complaining on this sub is over done, though there is a plenty there rudeness is over exaggerated. I got a massage/ back alignment while washing my hands at a bar one night which was probably one of the weirdest but delightful things to have ever happened to me. I liked Phuket to an extent it was more just a meh better than home place
Koh Phi Phi: beautiful place, good day tours, and the night life was good for those who are into that but kind of a sesspool. I did the maya/ monkey island / bamboo island tour one day and it was great, second day hung around the island and the amount of people, entrapped to tight road paths, the heat, and sewer smells just made me feel sick, and to boot that was the night I got food poisoning.
Railay beach: wanted off koh phi phi after half a day of shitting my guts out, came here and it was such more relaxing, though the entire time I had stomach issues, I didn’t do much except last day tried rock climbing for the first time ever and whoa that was crazy, I hate heights and can’t believe I did that., also watched muay Thai fight, and kayaked. Overall I loved the beach it was my type of place, chill, some night life and good activities
Krabi town: was debating going to the town, koh lanta or Khao sok , but I still wasn’t feeling the best and needed a break from the beaches so decided to go into the bush a little. The town isn’t the greatest, very spread out, went to emerald pool and hot springs which is meh but the elephants were just as lovely as I’d want but overall, tame couple days
Ao Nang: went on hong island tour which was great, hung out a pool, the beach is kinda meh and the water is mucky from all the tailboats but the town is great, lots of decent restaurants, good night life, and less hectic than Phuket, ended up closing our trip here cause it seemed like too much to go somewhere else and come back to fly back to Bangkok. If I didn’t get sick I probably would have went to koh lanta instead of Krabi town and then spend less days in ao Nang but, I had a great relaxing while still active last week so there’s no real regrets.
Takeaways - look both ways crossing the street, twice - Go straight for antibiotics instead of immodium cause your guts arent gonna like you trying to keep that poison in - Don’t be shy to wave down your waite waitress because service is comically abysmal compared to what I’m used too - Helllllooooo maaaaassage - As relaxing as last week was I wish I did one more stop, I would have loved khao sok, or even chiang Mai as I originally planned but was thrown off my air quality
-not as cheap as I’ve been told for the past 15 years - how the fuck did the ocean islands/rocks form millions of year ago - Thai people are incredibly nice, and jokesters. I felt very welcomed
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Phuket: almost equally as hectic as Bangkok. I stayed in patong area but away from the noise, the main drag was fun at night, as I loved the live music, it was so good I questioned if it was even live. The taxi situation is exactly what everyone says it is, expensive and bolt drivers likely will decline for you. Went to the big Buddha and kata beach one day, the beach is way more packed than Patong and not worth the taxii price.The Russian complaining on this sub is over done, though there is a plenty there rudeness is over exaggerated. I got a massage/ back alignment while washing my hands at a bar one night which was probably one of the weirdest but delightful things to have ever happened to me. I liked Phuket to an extent it was more just a meh better than home place
Koh Phi Phi: beautiful place, good day tours, and the night life was good for those who are into that but kind of a sesspool. I did the maya/ monkey island / bamboo island tour one day and it was great, second day hung around the island and the amount of people, entrapped to tight road paths, the heat, and sewer smells just made me feel sick, and to boot that was the night I got food poisoning.
Railay beach: wanted off koh phi phi after half a day of shitting my guts out, came here and it was such more relaxing, though the entire time I had stomach issues, I didn’t do much except last day tried rock climbing for the first time ever and whoa that was crazy, I hate heights and can’t believe I did that., also watched muay Thai fight, and kayaked. Overall I loved the beach it was my type of place, chill, some night life and good activities
Krabi town: was debating going to the town, koh lanta or Khao sok , but I still wasn’t feeling the best and needed a break from the beaches so decided to go into the bush a little. The town isn’t the greatest, very spread out, went to emerald pool and hot springs which is meh but the elephants were just as lovely as I’d want but overall, tame couple days
Ao Nang: went on hong island tour which was great, hung out a pool, the beach is kinda meh and the water is mucky from all the tailboats but the town is great, lots of decent restaurants, good night life, and less hectic than Phuket, ended up closing our trip here cause it seemed like too much to go somewhere else and come back to fly back to Bangkok. If I didn’t get sick I probably would have went to koh lanta instead of Krabi town and then spend less days in ao Nang but, I had a great relaxing while still active last week so there’s no real regrets.
Takeaways - look both ways crossing the street, twice - Go straight for antibiotics instead of immodium cause your guts arent gonna like you trying to keep that poison in - Don’t be shy to wave down your waite waitress because service is comically abysmal compared to what I’m used too - Helllllooooo maaaaassage - As relaxing as last week was I wish I did one more stop, I would have loved khao sok, or even chiang Mai as I originally planned but was thrown off my air quality
-not as cheap as I’ve been told for the past 15 years - how the fuck did the ocean islands/rocks form millions of year ago - Thai people are incredibly nice, and jokesters. I felt very welcomed
2023.03.21 17:59 DailyHoroscopeIndia Horoscope for March 21st, 2023: Aries 🔥 - Pisces ♓️
Hello everyone! Today is the 21st of March, 2023 and I'm here to provide you with your horoscope for this day.
Aries 🔥: Today is a great day for you to take a step back and reflect on your life. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the changes that have been happening lately, so it's important to take some time to yourself and think about what you want out of life. The color of the day is red, the number is 7, and a love tip for you is to be open and honest with your partner.
Taurus 🐂: Today is a great day for you to focus on your relationships. You may be feeling a bit disconnected from those around you, so it's important to take some time to reconnect with them. The color of the day is pink, the number is 4, and a love tip for you is to show your appreciation for your partner.
Gemini 💫: Today is a great day for you to focus on your career. You may be feeling a bit stuck in your current job, so it's important to take some time to think about what you want out of your career. The color of the day is yellow, the number is 9, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are communicating your needs to your partner.
Cancer 🦀: Today is a great day for you to focus on your creative side. You may be feeling a bit uninspired lately, so it's important to take some time to explore new ideas and activities. The color of the day is blue, the number is 3, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time to appreciate the little things in your relationship.
Leo 🦁: Today is a great day for you to focus on your finances. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the bills that have been piling up lately, so it's important to take some time to get organized and create a budget. The color of the day is orange, the number is 5, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are being honest about your financial situation with your partner.
Virgo ♍️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your health. You may be feeling a bit run down lately, so it's important to take some time to rest and recharge. The color of the day is green, the number is 8, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking care of yourself before taking care of others.
Libra ♎️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your spiritual side. You may be feeling a bit disconnected from your inner self lately, so it's important to take some time to meditate and reflect on what matters most to you. The color of the day is purple, the number is 2, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time to nurture your relationship with your partner.
Scorpio ♏️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your goals. You may be feeling a bit lost lately, so it's important to take some time to think about what you want out of life and create an action plan. The color of the day is black, the number is 6, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are setting realistic goals with your partner.
Sagittarius ♐️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your social life. You may be feeling a bit isolated lately, so it's important to take some time to reach out and connect with those around you. The color of the day is white, the number is 1, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are spending quality time with your partner.
Capricorn ♑️: Today is a great day for you to focus on yourself. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the responsibilities that have been piling up lately, so it's important to take some time to relax and do something just for yourself. The color of the day is grey, the number is 10, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time for yourself as well as your partner.
Aquarius ♒️: Today is a great day for you to focus on learning something new. You may be feeling a bit stagnant lately, so it's important to take some time to explore new ideas and activities. The color of the day is brown, the number is 11, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time to learn something new together with your partner.
Pisces ♓️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your emotions. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the feelings that have been coming up lately, so it's important to take some time to process them and express them in healthy ways. The color of the day is indigo, the number is 12, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are being honest about how you're feeling with your partner.
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Aries 🔥: Today is a great day for you to take a step back and reflect on your life. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the changes that have been happening lately, so it's important to take some time to yourself and think about what you want out of life. The color of the day is red, the number is 7, and a love tip for you is to be open and honest with your partner.
Taurus 🐂: Today is a great day for you to focus on your relationships. You may be feeling a bit disconnected from those around you, so it's important to take some time to reconnect with them. The color of the day is pink, the number is 4, and a love tip for you is to show your appreciation for your partner.
Gemini 💫: Today is a great day for you to focus on your career. You may be feeling a bit stuck in your current job, so it's important to take some time to think about what you want out of your career. The color of the day is yellow, the number is 9, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are communicating your needs to your partner.
Cancer 🦀: Today is a great day for you to focus on your creative side. You may be feeling a bit uninspired lately, so it's important to take some time to explore new ideas and activities. The color of the day is blue, the number is 3, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time to appreciate the little things in your relationship.
Leo 🦁: Today is a great day for you to focus on your finances. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the bills that have been piling up lately, so it's important to take some time to get organized and create a budget. The color of the day is orange, the number is 5, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are being honest about your financial situation with your partner.
Virgo ♍️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your health. You may be feeling a bit run down lately, so it's important to take some time to rest and recharge. The color of the day is green, the number is 8, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking care of yourself before taking care of others.
Libra ♎️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your spiritual side. You may be feeling a bit disconnected from your inner self lately, so it's important to take some time to meditate and reflect on what matters most to you. The color of the day is purple, the number is 2, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time to nurture your relationship with your partner.
Scorpio ♏️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your goals. You may be feeling a bit lost lately, so it's important to take some time to think about what you want out of life and create an action plan. The color of the day is black, the number is 6, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are setting realistic goals with your partner.
Sagittarius ♐️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your social life. You may be feeling a bit isolated lately, so it's important to take some time to reach out and connect with those around you. The color of the day is white, the number is 1, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are spending quality time with your partner.
Capricorn ♑️: Today is a great day for you to focus on yourself. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the responsibilities that have been piling up lately, so it's important to take some time to relax and do something just for yourself. The color of the day is grey, the number is 10, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time for yourself as well as your partner.
Aquarius ♒️: Today is a great day for you to focus on learning something new. You may be feeling a bit stagnant lately, so it's important to take some time to explore new ideas and activities. The color of the day is brown, the number is 11, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are taking time to learn something new together with your partner.
Pisces ♓️: Today is a great day for you to focus on your emotions. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the feelings that have been coming up lately, so it's important to take some time to process them and express them in healthy ways. The color of the day is indigo, the number is 12, and a love tip for you is to make sure that you are being honest about how you're feeling with your partner.
2023.03.21 17:43 vvoweezowee [For Sale] Collection of JPN/OG/early reissue pressings of Jazz/Soul/Pop classics (Coltrane, Nina Simone, Herbie Hancock, Bill Evans, Kate Bush, etc.) + several markdowns from previous post
Selling lots of classics, many Japanese pressings in pristine shape. Info regarding pressing version, inserts, OBIs, and sound quality (if I had the chance to listen to it) are noted in the spreadsheet below:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1q56B6gEH28roEyLT400zTw2Q9XXbwMta4nwHM8fQDrA/edit?usp=sharing
Shipping is from Honolulu, Hawaii via media mail for an added $5 on the listed price. Shipping only to US. All opened records are packaged outside of their covers inside poly outer sleeves. LPs are placed in either antistatic rice-paper inner sleeves or plain white inner sleeves as opposed to their custom printed sleeves. This doesn't apply to sealed records.
Note: Shipping via media mail from Hawaii can take up to 4-8 weeks according to USPS. If you'd like to switch to Priority Shipping, I can come up with an accurate shipping quote depending on the records you purchase. Priority generally comes out to an average of $15, but again, it all depends on the titles you purchase. However, I so far haven't had any issues with media mail; Previous sales have taken a maximum of 3 weeks to arrive.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions and requests for pictures if you're considering purchasing. I want to make sure we're all on the same page about the grading and hope that whichever record you're interested in meets your expectations.
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https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1q56B6gEH28roEyLT400zTw2Q9XXbwMta4nwHM8fQDrA/edit?usp=sharing
Shipping is from Honolulu, Hawaii via media mail for an added $5 on the listed price. Shipping only to US. All opened records are packaged outside of their covers inside poly outer sleeves. LPs are placed in either antistatic rice-paper inner sleeves or plain white inner sleeves as opposed to their custom printed sleeves. This doesn't apply to sealed records.
Note: Shipping via media mail from Hawaii can take up to 4-8 weeks according to USPS. If you'd like to switch to Priority Shipping, I can come up with an accurate shipping quote depending on the records you purchase. Priority generally comes out to an average of $15, but again, it all depends on the titles you purchase. However, I so far haven't had any issues with media mail; Previous sales have taken a maximum of 3 weeks to arrive.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions and requests for pictures if you're considering purchasing. I want to make sure we're all on the same page about the grading and hope that whichever record you're interested in meets your expectations.
- Abbey Lincoln - That's Him (E- / VG+) = $30.00
- Al Green - Livin' For You (VG+ / VG+) = $10.00
- Al Kooper Introduces Shuggie Otis - Kooper Session (VG+ / VG) = $10.00
- Albert Ayler Trio - Spiritual Unity (E / E-) = $35.00
- Archie Shepp - Four For Trane (E / E-) = $40.00
- Archie Shepp - Fire Music (VG / VG) = $40.00
- Aretha Franklin - I Never Loved A Man The Way I Love You (VG++ / VG++) = $30.00
- Aretha Franklin - Aretha Now (G+ / G+) = $10.00
- Aretha Franklin - Spirit In The Dark (VG / VG) = $20.00
- Arthur Lyman - Island Vibes (VG / VG+) = $50.00
- Bill Evans - Conversations With Myself (E- / E-) = $40.00
- Bill Evans - At The Montreux Jazz Festival (E / E-) = $40.00
- Blue Mitchell - Boss Horn (VG+ / VG+) = $45.00
- Bob Dylan - Self Portrait (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Bob Dylan - Bob Dylan (G+ / G+) = $10.00
- Bob Dylan - Highway 61 Revisited (VG+ / VG) = $15.00
- Bobbi Humphrey - Blacks And Blues (VG+ / VG+) = $35.00
- Bobby Caldwell - Cat In The Hat (E- / E) = $40.00
- Bobby Caldwell - Cat In The Hat (NM - Sealed / NM - Sealed) = $50.00 (Unsure which exact pressing)
- Bobby Lyle - The Genie (VG+ / G+) = $20.00
- Buckingham Nicks - Buckingham Nicks (VG / VG) = $40.00
- Cannonball Adderley - Somethin' Else (E / E-) = $65.00
- Change - Miracles (E / VG++) = $35.00
- Change - The Glow Of Love (VG / VG) = $15.00
- Charles Mingus - Oh Yeah (E / E-) = $35.00
- Charles Mingus - Blues & Roots (E / E-) = $40.00
- Charles Mingus - Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus (VG+ / VG+) = $70.00
- Chet Baker - Chet Baker Sings (E / E) = $70.00
- Curtis Mayfield - Curtis (E / E-) = $75.00
- David Bowie - "Heroes" = 英雄夢語り（ヒーローズ） (E / E-) = $60.00
- David Bowie - Low (E / VG++) = $60.00
- David Bowie - The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars (VG / VG) = $25.00
- David Bowie = David Bowie - Hunky Dory = ハンキー·ドリー (E / E-) = $70.00
- Deerhunter - Fading Frontier (M / M) = $20.00
- Duke Ellington & John Coltrane - Duke Ellington & John Coltrane (E / E) = $45.00
- Duke Ellington • Charles Mingus • Max Roach - Money Jungle (VG / F) = $40.00
- Duke Ellington And His Orchestra - Anatomy Of A Murder (VG / G+) = $15.00
- Eddie Kamae And The The Sons Of Hawaii - This Is Eddie Kamae (VG / VG+) = $20.00
- Ella Fitzgerald - Ella Fitzgerald Sings The Duke Ellington Song Book, Vol. 1 (VG+ / VG) = $20.00
- Ella Fitzgerald - Sings The Rodgers And Hart Song Book (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Emitt Rhodes - Emitt Rhodes (VG / VG) = $20.00
- Evelyn King - I'm In Love (VG / VG+) = $15.00
- Fela Kuti And Africa 70 - Zombie (VG+ / VG+) = $40.00
- Fela Kuti And Africa 70 With Ginger Baker - Live! (VG / G) = $40.00
- Frank Ocean - Endless (SEALED (Presumably M) / SEALED / VG++) = $380.00
- Frank Zappa - Waka / Jawaka - Hot Rats (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Freddie Hubbard / Stanley Turrentine With Ron Carter, Herbie Hancock, Jack DeJohnette, Eric Gale - In Concert Volume One (VG+ / VG+) = $15.00
- Gene Harris - Astralsignal (VG / VG) = $45.00
- Graham Nash - Songs For Beginners (VG+ / VG) = $5.00
- Gram Parsons - Grievous Angel (VG / VG) = $20.00
- Hank Mobley - Workout (E / E) = $60.00
- Hank Mobley - A Caddy For Daddy (VG+ / VG+) = $50.00
- Happy End - 風街ろまん (E / E) = $80.00
- Herbie Hancock - Takin' Off (E / E) = $50.00
- Herbie Hancock - Fat Albert Rotunda (VG / VG) = $45.00
- Herbie Hancock = Herbie Hancock - Maiden Voyage = 処女航海 (E / VG+) = $50.00
- Horace Silver - Horace Silver Trio (VG+ / VG+) = $35.00
- Howlin' Wolf - Howling Wolf Sings The Blues (VG / G) = $40.00
- Jaco Pastorius - Jaco Pastorius (E- / VG++) = $35.00
- João Gilberto - The Boss of the Bossa Nova (VG / VG) = $30.00
- John Coltrane - Transition (E- / E-) = $40.00
- John Coltrane - Coltrane's Sound (E- / E-) = $40.00
- John Coltrane - Coltrane Jazz (E / E) = $40.00
- John Coltrane - Blue Train (E / E-) = $70.00
- John Coltrane - Kulu Sé Mama (Juno Sé Mama) (G+ / G+) = $15.00
- John Coltrane - Blue Train (VG+ / NM) = $25.00
- John Coltrane - Meditations (VG / VG) = $40.00
- John Coltrane - Ascension (Edition I) (VG / VG) = $75.00
- John Coltrane - A Love Supreme (VG / VG) = $40.00
- John Coltrane - Expression (VG / VG) = $40.00
- John Fahey - Volume 1 / Blind Joe Death (VG+ / VG) = $25.00
- John Fahey - The Best Of John Fahey 1959 - 1977 (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- John Tropea - Short Trip To Space (VG+ / VG) = $15.00
- Johnny Cash - Johnny Cash At San Quentin (VG / VG) = $15.00
- Joni Mitchell - Blue (VG / G+) = $20.00
- Kalapana - Kalapana II (E / E-) = $30.00
- Kamasi Washington - The Epic (NM / NM) = $100.00
- Kate Bush - The Kick Inside = 天使と小悪魔 (E / E-) = $45.00
- Kate Bush - The Dreaming (E / E-) = $40.00
- Kate Bush - The Whole Story (E / E-) = $50.00
- Kate Bush - Hounds Of Love (VG+ / VG+) = $85.00
- Kate Bush - Never For Ever = 魔物語 (E / E-) = $40.00
- Kendrick Lamar - To Pimp A Butterfly (NM / NM) = $25.00
- Kendrick Lamar - Untitled Unmastered. (M / M) = $90.00
- Kevin I. - Kevin I. (VG / VG+) = $40.00
- King Crimson - Red (VG / VG) = $20.00
- King Crimson - Starless And Bible Black (VG+ / VG) = $20.00
- Leonard Cohen - Ten New Songs (VG+ / VG+) = $45.00
- Leonard Kwan And Raymond Kane - Slack Key Guitar In Stereo (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- LeRoy Hutson - Hutson (VG / VG+) = $30.00
- LeRoy Hutson Featuring The Free Spirit Symphony - Feel The Spirit (VG / VG) = $30.00
- Lonnie Liston Smith And The Cosmic Echoes - Expansions (VG+ / VG+) = $40.00
- Lonnie Liston Smith And The Cosmic Echoes - Visions Of A New World (VG / VG+) = $35.00
- Lonnie Liston Smith And The Cosmic Echoes - Renaissance (VG / VG) = $35.00
- Lou Reed - Transformer (VG / G+) = $20.00
- Louis Prima Featuring Keely Smith With Sam Butera And The Witnesses - The Wildest! (VG / VG) = $25.00
- Mac Demarco - Another (Demo) One (NM / NM) = $30.00
- Marc Benno - Minnows (VG / VG) = $20.00
- Martha Reeves & The Vandellas - Watchout! (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Marvin Gaye - How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You (E / E-) = $40.00
- Marvin Gaye - I Want You (E- / E-) = $45.00
- Marvin Gaye - Marvin Gaye Live! (E / E-) = $40.00
- Marvin Gaye - What's Going On (E / E-) = $65.00
- Marvin Gaye = Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On = レッツ·ゲット·イット·オン (E / E-) = $40.00
- Max Romeo & The Upsetters - War Ina Babylon (VG / VG) = $25.00
- McCoy Tyner - Live At Newport (VG / VG) = $40.00
- Merry Clayton - Merry Clayton (VG / G+) = $15.00
- Michael Jackson - Thriller (VG / VG+) = $10.00
- Miles Davis - Miles Davis (E- / VG+) = $45.00
- Miles Davis - Agharta = アガルタの凱歌 (E- / E-) = $50.00
- Miles Davis - On The Corner (E / E) = $50.00
- Miles Davis - Sketches Of Spain (VG / VG+) = $25.00
- Miles Davis - A Tribute To Jack Johnson (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- Miles Davis - In A Silent Way (VG+ / VG) = $25.00
- Miles Davis + 19, Gil Evans - Miles Ahead (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Milt Jackson - Sunflower (VG+ / VG) = $20.00
- Mtume - Juicy Fruit (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Ned Doheny - Hard Candy (E- / E-) = $40.00
- Nina Simone - Little Girl Blue (E- / E-) = $60.00
- Nina Simone - Forbidden Fruit - Nina Simone Collections Vol. 1 (E / E-) = $45.00
- Nina Simone - Here Comes The Sun (E / E-) = $45.00
- Nina Simone - Baltimore (VG / VG+) = $45.00
- Nina Simone - Pastel Blues (E- / E-) = $65.00
- Nina Simone - I Put A Spell On You (VG / VG) = $65.00
- Nina Simone - Silk & Soul (G+ / G+) = $30.00
- Oliver Nelson - More Blues And The Abstract Truth (VG- / VG+) = $20.00
- Ornette Coleman - The Shape Of Jazz To Come (E- / VG++) = $40.00
- Otis Redding - Otis Blue / Otis Redding Sings Soul (E / E-) = $45.00
- Otis Redding - The Dock Of The Bay (E / E-) = $45.00
- Patrice Rushen - Posh (VG / VG) = $20.00
- Philip Glass - Koyaanisqatsi (Life Out Of Balance) (Original Soundtrack Album From The Motion Picture) (VG++ / VG+) = $30.00
- Philip Glass - Glassworks (VG+ / VG+) = $30.00
- Pink Floyd - The Dark Side Of The Moon (VG+ / P) = $40.00
- Prince - Sign "O" The Times (E / E-) = $70.00
- Prince - 1999 (VG- / VG+) = $15.00
- R.E.M. - Reckoning (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- Ramsey Lewis - Mother Nature's Son (VG / VG+) = $35.00
- Ray Charles - Yes Indeed! (VG / VG) = $10.00
- Ray Charles - The Genius Of Ray Charles (VG / VG+) = $15.00
- Robert Wyatt - Ruth Is Stranger Than Richard (VG++ / E-) = $30.00
- Roland Kirk - The Inflated Tear (E- / E-) = $35.00
- Roland Kirk - I Talk With The Spirits (E / E-) = $45.00
- Ronnie Laws - Pressure Sensitive (VG+ / VG) = $10.00
- Rotary Connection - Aladdin (VG+ / VG) = $10.00
- Roxy Music - For Your Pleasure (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Roy Ayers Ubiquity - Everybody Loves The Sunshine (VG+ / VG+) = $60.00
- Ryuichi Sakamoto - Neo Geo (VG+ / VG+) = $15.00
- Ryuichi Sakamoto Featuring Robin Scott - Left Handed Dream (VG+ / VG+) = $15.00
- Sandy Bull - Inventions (VG+ / VG) = $15.00
- Sonny Rollins - Way Out West (E / E-) = $40.00
- Sonny Rollins - The Bridge (E / E-) = $40.00
- Sonny Rollins - Saxophone Colossus (VG / VG) = $50.00
- St. Vincent - Strange Mercy (NM / NM) = $20.00
- St. Vincent - St. Vincent (NM / NM) = $90.00
- Stan Getz / João Gilberto Featuring Antonio Carlos Jobim - Getz / Gilberto (VG / VG) = $10.00
- Steely Dan - Aja (G+ / VG) = $15.00
- Steve Reich - Music For 18 Musicians (VG+ / VG+) = $50.00
- Steve Reich - The Desert Music (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Steve Reich / Richard Maxfield / Pauline Oliveros - New Sounds In Electronic Music (Come Out / Night Music / I Of IV) (VG / VG) = $45.00
- Stevie Wonder - Hotter Than July (VG / VG) = $10.00
- Stevie Wonder - Signed Sealed & Delivered (NM - Sealed / NM - Sealed) = $40.00
- Stevie Wonder - Talking Book (VG / VG) = $10.00
- Stevie Wonder - Innervisions (G+ / VG+) = $10.00
- Stevie Wonder - My Cherie Amour (VG+ / VG) = $20.00
- Suburban Lawns - Baby (VG+ / VG+) = $20.00
- Sufjan Stevens - Carrie & Lowell (NM / NM) = $20.00
- Sufjan Stevens - Chicago (Demo) (NM / Generic) = $25.00
- Syd Barrett - The Madcap Laughs (M / M) = $25.00
- T. Rex - Electric Warrior (E / E-) = $45.00
- Talking Heads - Remain In Light (E / E-) = $45.00
- Tame Impala - Currents (NM / NM) = $65.00
- Tame Impala - Tame Impala (NM / NM) = $100.00
- Tenement - Bruised Music, Vol.2 (NM / NM) = $5.00
- Terry Riley - Shri Camel (VG+ / VG+) = $30.00
- Terry Riley - In C (VG / VG) = $30.00
- Terry Riley - A Rainbow In Curved Air (VG / No Cover) = $5.00
- The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds / Carl And The Passions – So Tough (VG+ / G+) = $15.00
- The Beach Boys - Sunflower (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- The Beach Boys - The Beach Boys Today! (VG / VG) = $10.00
- The Beatles - The Beatles (VG+ / VG) = $20.00
- The Beatles - Please Please Me (VG+ / VG+) = $30.00
- The Beatles - The Beatles (VG+ / G++) = $60.00
- The Bill Evans Trio - Portrait In Jazz (E / E-) = $55.00
- The Bill Evans Trio - Waltz For Debby (E / VG++) = $60.00
- The Bill Evans Trio = The Bill Evans Trio - Explorations = エクスプロレイションズ (E / E-) = $40.00
- The Bill Evans Trio Featuring Scott LaFaro - Sunday At The Village Vanguard (E / E) = $65.00
- The Brothers & Sisters (2) - Dylan's Gospel (VG / VG) = $20.00
- The Clash - Sandinista! (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- The Dave Brubeck Quartet - Time Out (VG / VG+) = $15.00
- The Fall - Cruiser's Creek (VG+ / VG+) = $10.00
- The Gabby Pahinui Hawaiian Band - The Gabby Pahinui Hawaiian Band (VG / VG) = $15.00
- The Horace Silver Quintet - Song For My Father (Cantiga Para Meu Pai) (E- / E-) = $50.00
- The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Are You Experienced (G+ / VG) = $10.00
- The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Electric Ladyland (VG+ / VG+) = $30.00
- The John Coltrane Quartet - Africa / Brass (E- / E-) = $40.00
- The John Coltrane Quartet With McCoy Tyner, Jimmy Garrison & Elvin Jones - Ballads (E- / VG+) = $40.00
- The Kinks - The Kink Kronikles (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- The Kinks - Arthur Or The Decline And Fall Of The British Empire (VG / VG) = $25.00
- The Makaha Sons Of Ni'ihau - No Kristo (VG+ / VG+) = $30.00
- The Miles Davis Quintet - Cookin' With The Miles Davis Quintet (E / E-) = $40.00
- The Miles Davis Sextet / The Miles Davis Quintet - Miles At Newport (VG+ / VG) = $10.00
- The Mothers - Uncle Meat (VG+ / VG) = $25.00
- The Mothers - We're Only In It For The Money (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- The Ornette Coleman Trio - At The "Golden Circle" Stockholm - Volume One (VG / VG) = $45.00
- The Pop Group - Y (E / E-) = $40.00
- The Pretty Things - Parachute (NM / NM) = $20.00
- The Rolling Stones - Aftermath (VG / VG) = $15.00
- The Rolling Stones - Beggars Banquet (VG / VG+) = $15.00
- The Rolling Stones - Exile On Main St. (VG+ / VG+) = $35.00
- The Sons Of Hawaii - The Folk Music Of Hawaii (E / E) = $20.00
- The Thelonious Monk Quartet - Monk's Dream (VG+ / VG+) = $30.00
- The Turtles - Present The Battle Of The Bands (VG / VG) = $15.00
- The Velvet Underground - Live At Max's Kansas City (VG+ / VG+) = $15.00
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- The West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band - Part One (VG- / VG) = $45.00
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- The Who - A Quick One (E / VG++) = $20.00
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- Thelonious Monk - Monk. (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
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- Wilson Pickett - The Exciting Wilson Pickett (VG / VG+) = $10.00
- XTC - Oranges & Lemons (VG+ / VG+) = $25.00
- Yellow Magic Orchestra - BGM (E- / E-) = $35.00
- Yellow Magic Orchestra = Yellow Magic Orchestra - Solid State Survivor = ソリッド·ステイト·サヴァイヴァー (E / E) = $35.00
- Yumi Arai = Yumi Arai - Misslim = ミスリム (E / VG+) = $45.00
2023.03.21 17:30 bulletinprime01 Exploring the Relationship between Beauty and Wellness through Self-Care
The connection between beauty and wellness is a strong one, as taking care of ourselves on the inside often reflects on the outside. Self-care, which encompasses all aspects of taking care of our physical, emotional, and mental health, is an essential component of both beauty and wellness. When we prioritize self-care, we not only feel better, but we also radiate confidence and beauty.
Taking care of our bodies through healthy habits such as exercise, eating a balanced diet, and getting enough sleep, can greatly enhance our physical appearance. Our skin, hair, and nails all benefit from proper nutrition and exercise, leading to a more youthful and vibrant appearance. Furthermore, taking care of our mental and emotional health by practicing self-love, mindfulness, and stress-management techniques, can help reduce signs of aging and promote a positive, radiant glow.
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In conclusion, beauty and wellness are interconnected, and self-care is the bridge between the two. Prioritizing self-care through healthy habits, mindfulness, and relaxation, can promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being, leading to a more confident and radiant appearance. Incorporating beauty products and treatments into our self-care routines can further enhance our beauty and promote overall wellness. So, take some time for yourself today, and let your inner beauty shine through!
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Taking care of our bodies through healthy habits such as exercise, eating a balanced diet, and getting enough sleep, can greatly enhance our physical appearance. Our skin, hair, and nails all benefit from proper nutrition and exercise, leading to a more youthful and vibrant appearance. Furthermore, taking care of our mental and emotional health by practicing self-love, mindfulness, and stress-management techniques, can help reduce signs of aging and promote a positive, radiant glow.
Beauty products and treatments can also play a role in our self-care routines. Using high-quality, natural products can provide nourishment to our skin and hair, while also promoting relaxation and self-love through the act of pampering ourselves. From face masks and massages to manicures and pedicures, beauty treatments can enhance our physical appearance while also promoting mental and emotional well-being.
In conclusion, beauty and wellness are interconnected, and self-care is the bridge between the two. Prioritizing self-care through healthy habits, mindfulness, and relaxation, can promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being, leading to a more confident and radiant appearance. Incorporating beauty products and treatments into our self-care routines can further enhance our beauty and promote overall wellness. So, take some time for yourself today, and let your inner beauty shine through!
2023.03.21 17:26 GSynaesthesia Which Players Should Liverpool Sign? A (Hopefully) Comprehensive Look at Liverpool's (Belated) Rebuild
 | With Liverpool's season effectively over at the Bernabeu, many have turned their attention towards the upcoming rebuild instead of our final push in the contention for the CL spot. Journalists, Klopp, and even the players themselves have referenced over and over again the necessity of new signings with departures rumoured if not confirmed. The signs are there for a summer overhaul of the squad; this rebuild will in all likelihood be Klopp's final attempt at building a title-challenging Liverpool. submitted by GSynaesthesia to LiverpoolFC [link] [comments] Through writing this, I hope that I can illustrate what our rebuild should entail, what kind of players Liverpool should sign in the upcoming transfer window and several candidates that should fit this assessment. For the sake of brevity, I won't be as detailed with the stats as my Mane post, more so due to the scale of a rebuild in comparison with replacing a single player. Also, bear in mind that personally, I see most of the candidates listed here as unrealistic signings. Even if unrealistic, these players should at least paint a picture of the kind of players we should be looking at in the summer. Having said that, let's take a look at Liverpool's current line-up and assess where we can strengthen the ageing and declining squad. 1. Assessing Liverpool’s Decline1.1. The AcademyLet’s start with what I consider to be the club’s most important infrastructure: the academy. Our youth intake can now boast another future starter in their most recent graduate: Stefan Bajcetic; a proud moment for the academy, and a tragic one for our midfield. Aside from Bajcetic, plenty of soon-to-be academy graduates are also shaping up their game with Conor Bradley, Leighton Clarkson, Sepp van den Berg, and Tyler Morton all playing a role in their respective loans.Stefan Bajcetic, Sepp van den Berg, Tyler Morton, Conor Bradley, and Leighton Clarkson The current academy squad is also no slouch, with Ben Doak and Kaide Gordon leading the way well beyond their age peers. Amongst the current crop of our young talents, I also suggest taking notes on Bobby Clark, Isaac Mabaya, Luke Chambers, Melkamu Frauendorf, Oakley Cannonier, and Trent Kone-Doherty. These are talented youngsters that in all likelihood will feature in the early stages of our annual youth-driven Carabao campaign, and might be sitting on the bench should an injury crisis emerge. All in all, a pretty healthy youth setup full of promising youngsters with room to grow. 1.2. GoalkeepersNext are our number 1s: Alisson, Kelleher, and Adrian. With that line-up of goalkeepers, right now goalkeeping is the least of Liverpool’s worries. Alisson this season has been one of if not outright the best goalkeeper in the world, with 29 goals conceded out of a post-shot expected goal (PSxG) of 37.2. Outperforming one's PSxG can be explained by either luck or skill, and personally, I do think the latter is a more plausible explanation than the former for Ali. Other websites would illustrate this point through terms such as PSxG-GA or "goals prevented"; in Ali's case, he would have a top 5 league-leading "goals prevented" of 8.2.Kelleher and Adrian are solid backups and unfortunately, that solidity is one reason why Liverpool should be looking at signing a backup goalkeeper. Kelleher should now have plenty of suitors seeking his services after his cup heroics. With his game time limited by the best keeper in the world, he should now be looking at other clubs as the next step in his career. While Adrian remains a solid 3rd option, his recent cameos leave much to be desired as our first backup. Of course, Harvey Davies from the academy could step up to the occasion as his predecessors had risen for the backup spot: Kelleher and Ward. A safer option though is signing a deputy goalkeeper in the case of Kelleher’s departure. 1.3. DefendersUnlike our excellent goalkeeping situation, the players forming our backline seems to have declined significantly in terms of performance. From a title-challenging backline to conceding 3 more goals in 12 fewer games, the regression of our defence is far too steep to be justified by the midfield’s mediocrity alone. Similarly, placing our woes solely on the backline would mean missing the bigger context of what went wrong with Liverpool’s defence.Surprisingly, certain players are actually outputting more numbers in their defensive stats this season. This can indicate either an improvement in defensive abilities or failure of defensive duties from the midfield; both are valid interpretations of the data available. Looking at the data within this context, 4 data points jump out as highlights of our declining back-line: Aerial duels along with challenges lost for Gomez, Matip, and Virgil, and carries into the final third along with dispossession for Robertson and Trent. Long gone are the days of Matip and Virgil clattering every striker competing for long balls. In aerial duels, both are shadows of themselves compared to their title-winning season. As for challenges lost, Gomez and Matip’s erratic charts can be explained by their injury woes; what is far more concerning in my opinion is Virgil’s steady decline since 2021. What started out as scouting a replacement for Matip might end up as the search for Virgil’s successor. A comparison of Gomez, Matip, and Virgil's aerial duels won and challenges lost in the Premier League in the last 4 years, courtesy of FBRef.com As for Robertson and Trent, two trends are observable in their charts. The first is that our fullbacks are no longer playing as two pseudo-wingers terrorizing the opposing backline. Trent in particular seemed to have adopted a far more conservative approach in progressing the ball and occupying a deeper space behind Salah. One could argue that Henderson’s decline and a growing reluctance to cover for Trent led to this transition, but another thing to note is that the same trend can be observed with Robertson this year. It wouldn’t be unreasonable to say that currently, our fullbacks are being held back by a lack of adequate defensive cover in the midfield. A comparison of Robertson and Trent's carries into final third and dispossessed in the Premier League in the last 4 years, courtesy of FBRef.com The second observable trend is that our fullbacks are also losing the ball far more often than they had done in our title-winning year. Although that might sound obvious as a result of their predisposition to overlap and deliver dangerous crosses, keep in mind that our fullbacks are becoming more conservative over the years. This means that when they do lose possession, they more often than not lose it in areas closer to our goal than ever before. The lack of defensive midfielders covering for them along with our high defensive line exacerbates this conundrum of frequently conceding possession in dangerous areas. Within this context, it comes as no surprise that Ramsay lacks Klopp’s trust whilst Milner seems to be playing more often as the deputy right back. Placing the teenager whilst opposing clubs are actively targeting his side of the pitch would be a literal baptism by fire. Milner on the other hand has the experience to stop the opposing team’s quick transition in these areas through a combination of gamesmanship and tactical fouling. Speaking of deputies, Tsimikas’s excellent showing in cameos should now interest other clubs seeking services. Unfortunately, we now face the same situation as Kelleher with a backup option too good to happily accept a bench role. The sensible thing to do now would be to sell him off at his highest value and sign a backup left back with the potential to Robertson’s place. All in all, a noticeable drop off in comparison to 2019/2020 for all defenders involved, and unfortunately a steep decline from Matip whose departure might be the best course of action for all parties involved. Should Virgil continue to regress further along the season, signing a successor needs to be a priority in the summer transfer window. In addition, Klopp needs to either trust Ramsay in Trent’s role or sign a new deputy right back alongside a possible replacement for Tsimikas in the summer window. 1.4. MidfieldersAnyone blessed with the gift of sight can clearly see our midfield as the biggest culprit of Liverpool’s recent misery. More specifically, the two stalwarts of Liverpool’s midfield three, Fabinho and Henderson, seem to have fallen off a cliff form-wise. Injuries to Keita, Ox, Thiago and even loanee Arthur make matters worse as Liverpool struggle to field a reliable midfield.Taking a look at the defensive stats of our number 6s we can clearly see a decline in every facet of their defensive contributions A comparison of Fabinho and Henderson's aerials won and dribblers tackled in the Premier League in the last 4 years, courtesy of FBRef.com Aerial duels, ground duels, interceptions; every stat line serve as a testament to the decline we’re seeing in every match of the season. If the charts didn’t convince you that we needed an entire midfield overhaul in the summer, nothing probably could. Signing a replacement for the defensive midfielder role should be the number one priority for the next transfer window, and it probably would be if we didn’t have a circus at our number 8 positions. A comparison of Fabinho and Henderson's interceptions and tackles in the Premier League in the last 4 years, courtesy of FBRef.com For our box-to-box midfielders, we have Elliott and Jones who couldn’t contribute much defensively, Keita and Ox leaving in the summer, along with injuries to Arthur and Thiago. This perfect concoction of a shitshow we’re currently facing means that 18 years old Bajcetic and 37 years old Milner are somehow competing as Liverpool’s best midfielder this season; something has clearly gone terribly wrong. Reinforcements for the midfield, especially box-to-box midfielders, are paramount to the success of Liverpool’s final season with Klopp. 1.5. ForwardsLast but not least is our frontline. Thankfully, we’ve already begun the process of rebuilding our declining front line with Mane’s transfer to Bayern and Firmino set to depart at the end of the season. What we’re left with is a still very productive Salah alongside Diaz, Jota, Gakpo, and Nunez as our next generation of forwards. Fabio Carvalho and Harvey Elliott are also available as depth options, and hopefully with enough experience, as competitors for the starting spot.The only conceivable gap in our front line seemingly stems from rumours of clubs interested in acquiring Jota’s services. Even if he had lost his starting place recently, selling Jota means that Liverpool will lose a talented forward that can cover multiple areas of the pitch. Should Jota prefer to play elsewhere with a guaranteed starting spot, Liverpool should replace him with a forward that can similarly provide tactical flexibility on the pitch. With Diaz, Gakpo, and Nunez more than capable of filling in Jota’s natural position, perhaps Liverpool should look at right-wingers available on the market instead. 2. Profiling the Traits of Liverpool’s Future SigningsAs per our assessment, we need 2-3 starting midfielders, a centre-back, possible replacements for Jota, Kelleher, and Tsimikas should they depart, and a deputy for Trent should Ramsay fail to impress Klopp. Finding candidates for these roles should be an easy enough task, right? We can simply map out the ideal traits of a Klopp player, and seek out suitable talents that perform well statistically in each role. Thus, for each role we need someone with the following traits:All: Comfortable in possession. GK: Accurate distribution, runs out to clear the ball. CB: Dominant in duels, high-volume ball progression and defensive contribution. FB: Excellent crossing, high-volume ball progression and chance creation. DM: Dominant in duels, high-volume ball progression and defensive contribution. CM: High-volume ball progression, chance creation, and defensive contribution. RW: High volume ball progression and chance creation. Of course, these traits will filter well-performing players in the scope of their statistically observed performances. Aside from these attributes, we also need to consider several factors outside of the boundaries of each statistic such as: 2.1. Injury RecordThe first priority for our new signings is simple: no reoccurring injuries that could make them unavailable in Liverpool’s gruelling schedule. We’ve all seen the games missed chart with Liverpool at the bottom, a whole quarter ahead of 19th-placed Chelsea. Permanently signing players prone to injuries would be repeating the same mistakes of our previous campaigns.A pristine injury record is nice to have, but should not prevent us from signing quality players with the occasional unfortunate injuries. The keyword here is “occasional”; any player with an extensive injury record should still be barred from our candidate list. 2.2. Tactical Adaptability and Liverpool’s PlaystyleAnother thing to note is the difference in playstyle between the candidates’ current club and Liverpool. Klopp’s system is especially rigid in practice, making it more difficult for players in clubs with little to no similarity in their tactical setup. Only 4 players have adapted perfectly to Liverpool’s system the moment they play under Klopp: Alisson, Firmino, Salah, and Virgil; three of them are undoubtedly world-class, while the other is a literal incarnation of the system itself.Of course, that doesn’t mean that players in terrorist-adjacent clubs should be barred entirely. Instead, players who should be more familiar with Klopp’s system are given preference over their similarly well-performing counterparts. 2.3. Preferred Traits vs. Performance-Oriented TraitsThis leads us to another facet of Klopp’s system, the requirement of very specific traits in each positional roles. This can lead to identifying players who performed well in their current roles but are unsuitable for Liverpool. Conversely, this can also lead to missing out on players who could perform well in our setup but are limited to their current unsuitable role.Let’s look at goalkeepers as an example, on one hand, we require a keeper with a good distribution that plays comfortably in a high defensive line. On the other hand, limiting our candidate pool to players with these traits can lead to missing out on excellent goalkeepers who are unable to display said trait in their club’s tactical setup. A balanced approach then should consider this collective vs. individual facet of a player. A well-performing candidate should still be considered even if they’re playing in an unsuitable setup. The priority of course remains to seek out suitable traits in our candidates, but exceptions need to be made in the context of a candidate’s performances collectively vis-à-vis individually. 2.4. Difficulties in Acquiring PlayersLast is the sale availability of the players themselves. Liverpool is a historic institution competing against Europe’s most prestigious clubs, but that doesn’t mean acquiring players is a straightforward task. The most oft-told factor is CL spots and while that may be a hindrance in signing certain players, internal club policy dictates that such candidates are eliminated early on. A bigger problem for Liverpool is actually how talented the current players are.Think for a second that you’re an up-and-coming young player negotiating with Liverpool and other clubs. Your inner fan would obviously accept Liverpool’s offer, but existing players could ensure that your time at Anfield is spent more on the bench rather than the field. If you’re a goalkeeper, are you sure you want to sign with a club with the world’s best in your spot? Or as a right back, can you compete with the most creative player of his generation for game time? Of course, this doesn’t mean that we should limit ourselves to academy graduates and players comfortable on the bench as our backups. Instead, a smarter look at clubs beneath our stature should guarantee more willingness for players to sign for us. For the average top 5 league starting goalkeeper, signing for Liverpool means a drastic reduction of on-field actions. For the same starting goalkeeper recently relegated? The bench at Liverpool might be a more attractive career trajectory even with limited game time. 3. Candidates3.1. GoalkeeperFor our goalkeepers, I limited myself to clubs either well below our stature or likely to be relegated to increase the sensibility of the transfer. Although they’re playing in inferior teams, that does not necessarily translate to being bad goalkeepers themselves. One, in particular, is even leading La Liga in PSxG-GA, though unfortunately, an excellent goalkeeper can only do as much as his teammates allow him to.Edgar Badia, Gavin Bazunu, Marco Carnesecchi, Emil Audero, and Paul Bernardoni Edgar Badia. 31. Elche The first candidate is unironically the worst fit for Liverpool. With a reluctance for rushing out attackers and a similar age profile to Alisson, he is nowhere near the ideal solution for the GK spot. Why is he my first choice you ask? Well, his PSxG-GA figure of 7.0 is top of the charts in La Liga and 3rd in the top 5 European leagues. Additionally, his 3 penalties saved and relatively accurate long pass completion percentage of 45.1% make him an attractive addition to the team. Gavin Bazunu. 21. Southampton Marco Carnesecchi. 22. Atalanta, on loan at Cremonese The next two candidates all fit the criteria with asterisks beside their names. In particular, Bazunu PSxG-GA leaves a lot to be desired while Carnesecchi's reluctance to rush out might not fit Liverpool’s high line. What both have in common however is a high ceiling for growth and the occasional moments of brilliance common in rough and unpolished goalkeeping gems. Some highlights include their respective matches against Manchester United and Bologna. Under Alisson’s tutelage (and Taffarel's to boot!), both could very well develop into worthy competition for the starting spot. Emil Audero. 26. Sampdoria Paul Bernardoni. 25. Angers Audero and Bernardoni are in ways very similar to Bazunu and Carnesecchi. Like Carnesecchi, Audero’s lack of defensive actions outside the penalty area may limit Liverpool’s high line. Bernardoni is also very similar to Bazunu with a below-standard PSxG-GA and excellent rushing-out numbers. Although the two are inferior in ceiling and statistics wise, both are still performing at an acceptable level for the role of Liverpool’s bench option. In addition, goalkeepers mature differently from other football positions. They might show improvements well into the years to come should they sign for Liverpool. 3.2. Centre BackFor our centre-back position, we need players who can progress the ball as well as Matip without sacrificing any sense of defensive acumen and solidity. As mentioned previously, dominance in aerial duels would be a huge bonus for our candidates due to Virgil’s slight decline and Matip’s fallen form in these stats.Kim Min-Jae, Edson Alvarez, Ko Itakura, Goncalo Inacio, and Kevin Danso Kim Min-Jae. 26. Napoli The monster himself needs no introduction. Helming the defence of the Scudetto’s leading contender, the former Fenerbahce defender established himself amongst Europe’s greatest centre-backs after a successful debut season for Napoli. His presence in this list is for one sole reason: the reports of a vastly undervalued release clause in his Napoli contract. Even if his actual fee were to be higher than reported, Liverpool should do everything in its power to recruit what could very well be Virgil’s replacement when the opportunity presents itself. Edson Alvarez. 25. Ajax Ko Itakura. 26. Monchengladbach Edson Alvarez and Ko Itakura are amongst the best ball-playing centre-backs playing right now. What they lack in traditional defensive stats such as clearances and interceptions they more than make up for in other areas more related to Liverpool’s possession-heavy setup. With 88.1% and 91.3% pass completion rates and averaging 78.2 and 72.62 passes attempted per 90, they can without a doubt replicate Matip’s excellent ball distribution. The similarities to Matip don’t end there. Averaging 1.75 and 1.1 progressive carries per 90 alongside 0.7 and 0.41 successful take-ons per 90, Alvarez and Itakura are more than capable of executing Matip’s signature run. In addition, both of them excel at different areas lacking in Matip’s game. For Alvarez? A tackling rate of 3.04 per 90 compared to Matip’s 1.78. For Itakura? A blocking rate of 1.92 per 90 compared to Matip’s 0.53. As a cherry on top, both are also very capable of playing in the number 6 role should another midfield crisis emerge. Though the stats do indicate Alvarez as a better player, both would be a very welcome addition to the club. Goncalo Inacio. 21. Sporting Kevin Danso. 24. Lens Goncalo Inacio and Kevin Danso are more traditional centre-backs compared to Alvarez and Itakura, but incompetent in possession they are not. They may lack the tactical flexibility provided by the two aforementioned candidates, but what they can provide is excellent ball distribution and the potential of a higher ceiling over the years. Inacio’s better stats overall, left-footedness, and younger age edge him out as my preference out of the two. 3.3. Right BackTrent’s age makes finding a deputy for him a bit awkward as good senior right-backs wouldn’t want to join in as a bench option, while promising right-backs are almost all at his age bracket. The options then are either younger players with the potential to usurp his position or seasoned players outside of the Champions League.Vanderson, Jonathan Clauss, Przemyslaw Frankowski, Yukinari Sugawara, and Arnau Martinez Vanderson. 21. Monaco A promising full-back perfecting his trade in Ligue 1, Vanderson is a future star in the making. At 21 years old, his stats far exceed his age peers, excelling in progressive passes, take-ons, tackles, interceptions, and blocks. Investing in Vanderson at this stage of Trent’s career would either mean a transition in his position to midfield a la Kimmich, or the best modern right-back pairing in Liverpool’s history. Jonathan Clauss. 30. Marseille Przemyslaw Frankowski. 27. Lens Jonathan Clauss and Przemyslaw Frankowski would need some convincing to come to Liverpool, but the effort would be worthwhile should Trent’s form continue to decline. Both players’ origin as wingers in the early days of their careers would suit Liverpool’s playstyle to a tee with the numbers to back them up. The gung-ho nature of our fullbacks, marauding in every transition would see both players flourish under Klopp’s instructions. Yukinari Sugawara. 22. AZ Alkmaar Arnau Martinez. 19. Girona Yukinari Sugawara and Arnau Martinez fulfil very contrasting roles at a similar age bracket; and as different as they are, what they’re offering as a rotation option would fill in gaps in Liverpool’s line-up all the same. Sugawara is a right-back shifted from the right-sided midfield position while Martinez is a right-back shifted from the centre-back position, and as a consequence, signing either of them would fill another gap in each respective natural position. Tactical flexibility isn’t the only reason to sign either of them, both are also very productive numbers-wise. Sugawara is a very good attacking right back with 3 goals, 6 assists, and 10 goal-creating actions in the league to his name. The same can be said with Martinez, who although isn’t as offensively influential as Sugawara, can still produce 2 goals, 2 assists, and 4 goal-creating actions to his name. Conversely, Sugawara lags behind defensively while Martinez is ahead of him in all defensive stats. Though the two would be astute signings, Sugawara’s offensive productivity alongside a possible role as Salah’s deputy edges him out of the two. 3.4. Left BackAssuming Tsimikas’s departure, a similarly high-output backup for Robertson is essential for two key reasons. One is that in my opinion, the Greek Scouser breathing down Robbo’s neck is an essential part of why he is still one of the world’s best in his position. Another is that Robertson’s age should start slowing him down sooner or later, replacing Tsimikas with an equally talented replacement would ensure a continuity of excellence in our left-back position.Jose Gaya, David Raum, Adrien Truffert, and Quentin Merlin Jose Gaya. 27. Valencia Why on earth is he still playing for Peter Lim’s Valencia? No explanation is needed for Gaya as he remains one of the best left-backs in the world, despite playing for a self-sabotaging owner. Should Valencia be relegated this season, Liverpool would be foolish to not even consider signing him up. David Raum. 24. RB Leipzig Caio Henrique. 25. Monaco David Raum and Caio Henrique are two very good attacking left-backs who might even be an upgrade over Tsimikas. Though, by the same logic, acquiring either of them would cost Liverpool a significant amount of capital for a position we’re quite happy with at the present. Although Henrique’s numbers are superior to Raum's, the underlying stats do show the former to be more consistent in creating chances for his teammates. Raum’s higher numbers in defensive stats edge him out as my personal preference between the two. Adrien Truffert. 21. Rennes Quentin Merlin. 20. Nantes Adrien Truffert and Quentin Merlin are two promising left-backs currently playing their trade in Ligue 1. Although still very young, both are producing respectable numbers for a full-back, especially at their age bracket. The two will probably sign for another club before blossoming into higher-calibre players, as is the case with Robertson in Hull. Accordingly, a case could be made to sign either one of them as Robertson’s French protégé. Truffert’s higher numbers in both assists and defensive stats lead me to favour him at the early stages of their careers. 3.5. Anchor MidfielderDue to Klopp’s tendency to play a pseudo-back three in possession, the candidates for our number 6 role need to possess similar attributes to our centre-back candidates. Unfortunately, due to the defensive nature of the role, stats used to gauge a player’s ability in possession such as passes attempted, pass completion rate, progressive carries, and progressive passes are all rendered unreliable with plenty of clubs happy to see their number 6 sitting back for the duration of the game. Liverpool though does need to have these traits in our defensive midfielder, so candidates possessing them would gain an advantage over players in more counter-attacking teams.Declan Rice, Joao Palhinha, Manuel Locatelli, Manuel Ugarte, and Florentino Luis Declan Rice. 24. West Ham England stalwart Declan Rice is one of if not the most sought-after players for his position, and with good reasons too. With an excellent eye for interceptions and a terrific success rate for duels won, he would bring comfort and stability wherever he goes. Possession-wise, he is also the leading contender, high volume of passes, an excellent pass completion rate, and very good numbers in ball progression. Overall, the perfect player to fit in the number 6 role. Joao Palhinha. 27. Fulham Manuel Locatelli. 25. Juventus With competition to Rice’s signature and his homegrown status driving up his price. Joao Palhinha and Manuel Locatelli are more than capable of emulating what he could achieve at Liverpool. Defensively they perform at a similar level to Rice, and in some aspects are even better suited to Liverpool’s playstyle. An argument can be made for Palhinha as the best in the world in terms of duels, as he is leading the top 5 European leagues in tackles whilst offering higher aerial duels and clearance numbers than Rice. Locatelli is no slouch either, achieving higher numbers than Rice in all defensive stats barring interceptions. Palhinha’s higher numbers in duels make him the clear choice between the two, though, Locatelli’s much better possession stats do indicate him as the better fit for Liverpool. Manuel Ugarte. 21. Sporting Florentino Luis. 23. Benfica Florentino Luis and Manuel Ugarte are far from being the best at their position, however, they should be a wiser long-term investment than the other candidates. The two play a key role in their respective Portuguese clubs, demonstrating excellence at a young age week in and week out. With elite defensive numbers in duels and interceptions, Luis and Ugarte are both without question excellent defensive midfielders only a big transfer away from worldwide recognition. Albeit inferior to Luis in terms of his ability in the air and with the ball, Ugarte’s younger age profile makes him my preferred choice out of the two. 3.6. Box-to-Box MidfielderAs the main engine of the team, our midfield candidates should be able to progress the ball well while maintaining a high defensive output in part due to Liverpool’s tactical set-up. While Liverpool’s system means that high creative output isn’t vital for our candidates, they should nevertheless be involved in the build-up and transitional phases of a game, whether through progressive passes, progressive carries or taking on opposing players directly.Jude Bellingham, Mikel Merino, Ismael Bennacer, Manu Kone, and Enzo Le Fee Jude Bellingham. 19. Dortmund Currently one of if not outright the best in his position, simple as. Mikel Merino. 26. Real Sociedad Ismael Bennacer. 25. Milan Mikel Merino and Ismael Bennacer both fit the bill well for the number 8 role in Klopp’s midfield three. Should either one of them sign for Liverpool, they would add a defensive integrity solely lacking due to Fabinho and Henderson’s decline. Both also offer different defensive traits to their midfield; Merino is excellent in aerial duels and clearance, while Bennacer is better at ground duels and interceptions. Merino’s dominance in the air edges him out as my preferred choice between the two players. Manu Kone. 21. Monchengladbach Enzo Le Fee. 23. Lorient Manu Kone and Enzo Le Fee might cost the least in this category, but acquiring either of them would significantly strengthen Liverpool’s midfield. As are the candidates before them, Kone and Le Fee excel in ball progression. Both are elite in taking on opposing players, with Kone and Le Fee placing in the 99th and 96th percentile in terms of successful take-ons across all midfielders in the top 5 leagues. Similarly, both maintain a good rate of progressive carries and passes, with Le Fee in particular performing at an elite level in terms of carries. Defensively, they’re no slouch either. Kone and Le Fee are producing more than-average numbers in blocks and interceptions, and very good numbers in tackles. Le Fee’s lack of physical stature seems to not be a hindrance, as his 3.29 rate of tackles per 90 places him in the 95th percentile in terms of tackles. All in all, two very good midfielders who would fit perfectly in Klopp’s midfield three. 3.6.1. Playmaker Midfielder?Liverpool has been rumoured to sign Mason Mount for months and honestly, the thought of him in the squad throws a wrench into my original draft. Initially, I thought that Liverpool needed at least 2 starting box-to-box midfielders to fill in our upcoming departures. Mount though can fill in for this gap alongside other offensive roles should another injury crisis emerge at Anfield. Should he choose to stay at Chelsea, Liverpool can either pursue another no. 8 or an alternative flexible playmaker instead. This section is written with the assumption of the latter, rather than the former.Mason Mount, Daichi Kamada, Brais Mendez, Lovro Majer, and Aleksandr Golovin Mason Mount. 24. Chelsea The team had been linked to numerous playmakers over the years, notably, the consistent Brandt and Gotze rumours before Mane and Salah’s meteoric rise. However, their arrivals see them either adapt as a number 8 (Wijnaldum), play on the wings (Carvalho), or even side-lined entirely to cup games (Minamino). Whichever the case may be for Mount, his brief time in the Premier League shows an excellent hardworking playmaker with the bonus of fulfilling our home-grown quota. Daichi Kamada. 26. Eintracht Frankfurt Brais Mendez. 26. Real Sociedad Daichi Kamada and Brais Mendez are both more than adequate alternatives to Mason Mount. Similarly, both play a creative role behind a striker, either centrally or as an inside-winger. Output wise they are currently amongst Europe’s most productive playmakers, with both contributing 7 goals alongside 4 and 3 assists in their respective league. The two high-pressing playmakers are also more than capable of contributing defensively, with Kamada in particular performing well enough to be placed at the 90th percentile for tackles + interceptions across all midfielders in the top 5 European leagues. His tenacity to win the ball back edges him out between the two as my preferred choice. Lovro Majer. 25. Rennes Aleksandr Golovin. 26. Monaco The last candidates for a possible new role in Liverpool’s line-up are Lovro Majer and Aleksandr Golovin. Like Kamada and Mendez, both are creative playmakers with a willingness to press, tackle, and be the first line of their team’s defence. The two players though differ in what they could offer tactically. Lovro Majer’s higher numbers in passing completion, passing volume, progressive passes, and take-ons could see him shift to more of an attacking number 8. Golovin meanwhile with his much higher creative output could play as a deputy for the wingers. 3.7. Right WingerWith Jota rumoured to leave and Klopp refusing to start Elliott in his natural position, a gap remains dormant in Liverpool’s right wing. Candidates should have a respectable creative output, and a consistent ability to progress the ball higher up the field. Additionally, successful take-ons should be a high priority for the candidates. After all, with Sadio Mane’s departure, Luis Diaz is the only remaining player in Liverpool’s frontline with the ability to consistently beat his marker.Moussa Diaby, David Neres, Marco Asensio, and Tete Moussa Diaby. 23. Leverkusen David Neres. 27. Napoli The first two candidates are Leverkusen’s Moussa Diaby and David Neres, both very good players with all the characteristics required for a winger. Attacking output? Check. Diaby’s 8 goals and 4 assists along with Neres’ 6 goals and 5 assists paint a picture of two very productive wingers. Ball progression? Check. Neres’ progressive carries, passes, and take-ons are amongst the best in his league, while Diaby’s progressive carries make up for his average passes and take-ons figures. The only missing part of their game is a lack of respectable defensive numbers, something fixable with enough sessions at Kirkby. The age profile, numbers, and a harder league to play in making it a clear choice for Diaby. Even so, Neres would be an astute second choice should the cost of acquiring Diaby be too prohibitive. Marco Asensio. 27. Real Madrid A class creative playmaker available out of contract; to hell with Marco Asensio’s take-ons stats, refusing to sign a player of his calibre for free is a fool’s errand. Tete. 23. Lyon, on loan at Leicester City Vaclav Cerny. 25. Twente While the three wingers mentioned above are all very good in terms of performance, Tete and Vaclav Cerny are excellent in the sense that both are the perfect wingers for Liverpool. In terms of output, both are having the season of their life with 7 goals and 2 assists for Tete, and 9 goals and 4 assists for Cerny. In addition, both are also very good at beating their man with a successful take-on rate of 2.25 and 2.6 per 90. What makes them perfect for Liverpool however is their willingness to win the ball back out of possession. Amongst Liverpool’s frontline, our false 9s Jota and Gakpo are the only ones with comparable defensive figures. 4. ConclusionAt the minimum, Liverpool needs 3-4 signings to remain competitive in Europe. That amount though is an optimistic estimate that implies a return in form for the rest of the squad. Conversely, we are looking at 7-8 signings in the very worst-case scenario of further regressing performances and rumoured departures. Both sit at the extreme end of each side, and realistically speaking we should expect the real amount to be closer to the lower estimate.Of the highest priority is signing 2-3 starting midfielders to address upcoming departures, and more importantly, the decline of Fabinho and Henderson. Reverting to Klopp’s double pivot is also a possibility with Firmino set to depart in the summer. Replacing Matip with a quality centre-back should also be a priority if Gomez and Virgil were to regress further along the season. If Jota, Kelleher, and Tsimikas’s rumoured departures turn out to be true, we also need to replace them with adequate rotation options in each respective role. The last possible signing is fully dependent on Ramsay’s future. Once recovered from his injury, will Klopp trust him enough to bench Trent?. Should the answer be untrue, offloading him and acquiring another right back is the sensible thing to do. The candidates I found most attractive are Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Kim Min-Jae, and Mason Mount. These are elite players that will not only transform Liverpool’s fortunes but also take shape as Klopp’s Liverpool legacy the same way Shankly’s 1972 rebuild had in footballing history. Of course, more sensible options are also available as well in these areas. Even then, the focus of the rebuild should still be acquiring and fielding the most talented players in these roles. Of lesser importance to Liverpool’s glory are the rotation options for the goalkeeper, right back, left back, and right winger spots. For these positions, Marco Carnesecchi, Yukinari Sugawara, Adrien Truffert, and Tete are all examples of sensible signings for each respective role without breaking the bank. Credits to FBref.com and Opta as the main source of the stats, Transfermarkt as a source for candidates’ injury records and transfer estimates, and Excel for refusing to print my radar diagrams you useless anti-trust software. A big thank you to Opta especially as they finally added back progressive carries to Fbref.com the tight bastards. Lastly, I began writing this article 2 weeks before posting it here. If there are any statistical errors or listed players who signed for other clubs since the time of writing, all I can say is ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. TL; DR: Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Kim Min-Jae, and Mason Mount. Skim along the article for suitable alternatives and candidates in other less urgent areas of the squad. |
2023.03.21 17:07 Choice_Swan4530 This manga was. just wow.
I don't really have much to say, but I am just so stunned at this manga. First off, the art was just beautiful. I ADORED how Asano draws people. It's insane to me that the art is at that level of quality for such a long manga. Incredible.
Second, I really love how this manga lets you follow along on Punpun's life journey from childhood to adult. I am 21 and when I first began reading, I really rooted for Punpun, and was excited to see him grow up and succeed. Later on, I found myself dreading reading his inner thoughts and seeing what he'd do next. What a wonderful way to subvert expectations!
I'll be honest, i mostly read this to see what happened to Aiko. I saw many people lamenting on her story, and seeing her big eyes and round face, I knew I had to see what she could've possibly gone through. I was NEVER expecting it to end the way it did, and honestly, I am just glad Punpun didn't do it to her. I feel that, perhaps, her ending her own life was her making a choice for herself, as a final act of defiance. I am definately open to hearing other interpertations of this, though!
I was dissapointed for a good bit on how Asano characterized and drew fatter people, but I do love how later on Kanie became a more important character, as well as calling out another character (and perhaps us, the readers!) for only seeing her as being fat.
Man, I just really loved this story. Such attention to detail, relatability (at times), and heartfelt moments. Just incredible! I have no other words!
There are some things I am confused about, but I will think on them more before posting. This incredible story takes time to digest!
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Second, I really love how this manga lets you follow along on Punpun's life journey from childhood to adult. I am 21 and when I first began reading, I really rooted for Punpun, and was excited to see him grow up and succeed. Later on, I found myself dreading reading his inner thoughts and seeing what he'd do next. What a wonderful way to subvert expectations!
I'll be honest, i mostly read this to see what happened to Aiko. I saw many people lamenting on her story, and seeing her big eyes and round face, I knew I had to see what she could've possibly gone through. I was NEVER expecting it to end the way it did, and honestly, I am just glad Punpun didn't do it to her. I feel that, perhaps, her ending her own life was her making a choice for herself, as a final act of defiance. I am definately open to hearing other interpertations of this, though!
I was dissapointed for a good bit on how Asano characterized and drew fatter people, but I do love how later on Kanie became a more important character, as well as calling out another character (and perhaps us, the readers!) for only seeing her as being fat.
Man, I just really loved this story. Such attention to detail, relatability (at times), and heartfelt moments. Just incredible! I have no other words!
There are some things I am confused about, but I will think on them more before posting. This incredible story takes time to digest!
2023.03.21 16:53 Nott_Astronaut •~🤍Aura and Mediumship Readings🤍~• spiritual, healing, romance, career and aura illustrations~ changes in my offer
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I’m Nott, your a healer and clairsentience medium. A lot of you already know me cause I’ve been on reddit for 5 years now. My mission is to help people reach higher vibrational states and thus unleash psychic skills of their own. My reading method involves connecting to your inner light and energy to get a clear vision of what’s happening in your life. I do all sorts of readings incluiding, love, personal, career and spiritual (aura) readings. As a healer, aura readings are a tool to lead you into the most abundant and expansive road possible —they’re also a good opportunity to connect to your guides if required.
Today’s offer is:
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- Starseed mediumship readings available (90 min)- $66 usd
~I don’t read about legal matters (that’s the only restriction)
~ Aura readings include the graphic depiction of your energy field (can be sent as a report or it can be talked about in a 30 min session)
~Payment via paypal or Ko-fi, it must be sent prior to the session if you are a new customer. thank you 🙏🏼
~ I reserve the right to do any refund. I will only provide you will a full or partial refund if I consider that I have not provided a service of quality. You agree to this statement by soliciting and paying for my services, thus you can’t demand for a refund, only I can offer it to you in compensation for what I feel I lacked.
These are some of my reviews https://www.reddit.com/nottastronaut/comments/ykeiiu/testimonials/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb
2023.03.21 16:52 Nott_Astronaut •~🤍Aura and Mediumship Readings🤍~• spiritual, healing, romance, career and aura illustrations~ changes in my offer
Hello!
I’m Nott, your a healer and clairsentience medium. A lot of you already know me cause I’ve been on reddit for 5 years now. My mission is to help people reach higher vibrational states and thus unleash psychic skills of their own. My reading method involves connecting to your inner light and energy to get a clear vision of what’s happening in your life. I do all sorts of readings incluiding, love, personal, career and spiritual (aura) readings. As a healer, aura readings are a tool to lead you into the most abundant and expansive road possible —they’re also a good opportunity to connect to your guides if required.
Today’s offer is:
~I don’t read about legal matters (that’s the only restriction)
~ Aura readings include the graphic depiction of your energy field (can be sent as a report or it can be talked about in a 30 min session)
~Payment via paypal or Ko-fi, it must be sent prior to the session if you are a new customer. thank you 🙏🏼
~ I reserve the right to do any refund. I will only provide you will a full or partial refund if I consider that I have not provided a service of quality. You agree to this statement by soliciting and paying for my services, thus you can’t demand for a refund, only I can offer it to you in compensation for what I feel I lacked.
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I’m Nott, your a healer and clairsentience medium. A lot of you already know me cause I’ve been on reddit for 5 years now. My mission is to help people reach higher vibrational states and thus unleash psychic skills of their own. My reading method involves connecting to your inner light and energy to get a clear vision of what’s happening in your life. I do all sorts of readings incluiding, love, personal, career and spiritual (aura) readings. As a healer, aura readings are a tool to lead you into the most abundant and expansive road possible —they’re also a good opportunity to connect to your guides if required.
Today’s offer is:
- Live Chat Reading (15 min long) - $ 13 usd
- Live Chat Reading (30 min long) - $25 usd
- Live Chat Reading (1 hour long) - $55 usd
- Energetic healing /limpia (cord cutting, energy release) - donation based
- Starseed mediumship readings available (90 min)- $66 usd
~I don’t read about legal matters (that’s the only restriction)
~ Aura readings include the graphic depiction of your energy field (can be sent as a report or it can be talked about in a 30 min session)
~Payment via paypal or Ko-fi, it must be sent prior to the session if you are a new customer. thank you 🙏🏼
~ I reserve the right to do any refund. I will only provide you will a full or partial refund if I consider that I have not provided a service of quality. You agree to this statement by soliciting and paying for my services, thus you can’t demand for a refund, only I can offer it to you in compensation for what I feel I lacked.
These are some of my reviews https://www.reddit.com/nottastronaut/comments/ykeiiu/testimonials/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb
2023.03.21 16:44 hildebrand_rarity_07 Miscellaneous thoughts on stoic practice
I want to take a moment and write out some of my thoughts on certain aspects of stoic practice, in the hope that some of it may be helpful to others.
Discipline of desire
Please note: I’m not covering what the disciplines are in this post, as I’ve already done that here. This post will just be some various thoughts on each.
This is the stoic discipline that changed my life more than any other, and it’s been the cornerstone of my stoic practice. I've come to see it as the key to enabling both assent and action to function at their highest levels.
The key to desire is to establish a relentless habit of investigating passions every single time they occur. Every single time, even when it’s exhausting. When you feel a passion, immediately start investigating it back to the source belief. This immediate action in the moment is largely for purposes of the discipline of assent - as we’ll touch on later - as it gets you in the habit of recognizing emotional distress for what it is: a product of your own beliefs rather than the situation itself.
It’s likely that for the first several years of your practice, you won’t be able to go through the full discipline of desire process right there in the moment. That’s not a problem, and will become less of an issue later. Don’t stop attempting it in the moment every time, but also don’t hesitate to defer the truly deep thinking to a quiet moment later that day. A journal can be useful for this process, and has been an indispensable aspect of my stoic practice. Over time, you'll be able to handle more and more situations right there in the moment as you grow more familiar with the discipline of desire process and the contours of your own mind.
It’s also likely that for your first several years of practice, you’ll hit a brick wall trying to trace certain passions to their source beliefs. That’s natural, especially with the tougher things in life. Keep trying though, and eventually you’ll get there. You’ll build up the skill and capability on the lesser issues until eventually you can tackle the major ones, in the same way we start lifting small weights and eventually can lift larger ones as a result.
Discipline of assent
I don’t have too much to say about the stoic discipline of assent, other than to say that I have found the discipline of desire to be vital to its higher-level functioning. It’s often been that very process of hunting for the source belief behind the distress that has quickly drained the emotional energy from it. That’s why I recommend making the discipline of desire an instant in-the-moment habit, even when you don’t have the time to go all the way.
Discipline of action
Desire and assent - while difficult to practice - are quite straightforward to calculate. You may have trouble doing it, but it's not too difficult to know what to do.
I submit that the stoic discipline of action, however, is virtually impossible for anyone reading this to ever calculate the balance of indifferents with full correctness. Sages are mythical constructs, and for the rest of us, all we can do is the best we can.
So do just that: the best you can. Unlike desire and assent - which take place purely within your own heart and mind - the discipline of action is applied externally: your will applied to the world around you. This invites inevitable controversy. No matter what you believe to be the best course of action, a sizable group of people around you will disagree. Consider their thoughts carefully - we'll talk about this part later - but stick to your guns if you believe you're on the right course after ample consideration. You have to act somehow, and there is no course of action that will invite universal acclaim, even if that were a desirable thing above all else. Might as well act in the way you believe to be best, then.
Journaling
I have found this an indispensable practice during my stoic journey, particularly as a mechanism to perform the deep thinking required for the discipline of desire and also as a mechanism to weigh indifferents as part of the stoic discipline of action. It's become a full-on vehicle for selfhood over the years, but I also take the time to record my life's little moments as well. My journal has become my most valuable and most protected physical possession in this world, without a doubt.
If you don't currently do this, I'd recommend you try it out. If it doesn't stick, try again sometime. With journaling, with the stoic disciplines, and with every other good habit I've adopted in life, there has been a pattern of starts and stops before it finally sticks. In journaling, for example, I started several times over the course of years before my stoic journey had even started. Sometimes I'd write for a few days, sometimes for a few weeks, and sometimes only once, then I wouldn't journal for a very long time. But I kept coming back to it, and one day I sat down and journaled and never stopped, and now I haven't missed a day in years excepting the occasional medical scenario. It's been that way for most habits I'm proud of in this life.
Establish a reading rotation
What I've learned about stoic texts: the original philosophers have been indispensable for me. Of all the books I've read on the subject, I still have not read a more practical guide to the disciplines of desire and assent than the Discourses of Epictetus. It's very rare that entire millennia can pass without a text being surpassed - especially a partial one like Discourses - but that's been my personal experience here.
My core daily reading rotation consists of Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Rufus. When I finish one text, I start the next, ad infinitum. That rotation is endless, but I do supplement with others as well from time to time, with Pierre Hadot's Inner Citadel and A.A. Long's book on Epictetus being particular standouts so far.
I have found that reading the texts keeps the theory central in my mind as I go about my days. When I stop reading, I slowly stop seeing the passions and indifferents for what they are, so I keep reading.
Challenge your beliefs
Always challenge your beliefs in life. What you think about stoicism, what you think politically, what you think you don't like for breakfast. And remember that you are a limited being in this world, who is currently wrong about more than one thing.
I started taking this lesson to heart in college, long before I became a stoic. One of my philosophy professors was clearly more intelligent than I was - and far better-read - yet had several very different beliefs than I did. That was the start of a lifelong journey for me, and that reality remains true to this day: no matter what I believe in this life, there are smarter people than me who have read more than I have and believe the opposite.
Ever since that day in college, I have made it a point to read a lot of things that challenge me. I seek out well-constructed thoughts on stoicism, politics, economics, health and wellness, personal relationships, and virtually everything else that disagree with my own positions on these things. The practice has changed my life profoundly, as I have changed my mind on countless things over the years. My political beliefs took an almost complete 180 since my twenties, my stoic practice has deepened to an entire new level of effectiveness, my personal relationships have grown far healthier, and my entire life has become more meaningful.
And probably most important of all: it grants me a deep respect for those ideas I still disagree with, and the people who hold them. No matter which issue it is, there are still smarter people than me who have read extensively on the issue and disagree with me. And having changed my own mind so many times over the years based on my reading, I fully accept that I inevitably hold beliefs today that I will disagree with several years from now. That not only grants some humility, but it's allowed me to engage with ideas that I do not currently accept. My current relationship is with a partner who has very different political beliefs than I do, and I have many friends who disagree with me as well. And I love that, and love engaging with them on that basis. I don't see people who disagree with me as immoral beings; I don't even agree with myself over a sufficient timespan.
It's been my experience that most people don't seem to challenge or change their ideas much. Some even view it as a weakness. I don't feel that way, always feeling comfortable changing my mind on anything as evidence persuades, and viewing it as a strength of character rather than a weakness. In fact, the perceived weakness in my world would be if I looked back at myself from five years ago and everything were exactly the same.
Farewell
For various reasons, I think it's best to conclude my time on this sub and on Reddit in general. It's a decision that I've been considering for quite some time now. There are outlets where I think my time is better spent, and given the factors involved, that dynamic is likely to persist for many years to come at the very least. While there is always the chance that I will change my mind on this and return, I doubt it should happen for quite some time, if it happens at all. I debated whether to write this part or just disappear, but I did want to write a quick farewell before checking out. When I finish writing this post, I'll be signing out of Reddit and continuing with my life's work, so no need to say farewell in return. I hope that something I've written in my time here has been helpful for at least one person out there.
Thank you to all of those who challenged and inspired me during my time here. Some of you are nothing short of brilliant in the quality of your thoughts, in a way I aspire to be myself someday. Keep inspiring others in that same spirit for as long as you view this as a good use of your time, and keep teaching those who come here asking for help.
To all of you who are new or just getting started: stick with it. You'll get out of stoicism what you put into it, and it's well-worth the effort. Keep reading, keep practicing, and keep challenging yourself. It's the journey of a lifetime: the journey of your lifetime. Make it a good one.
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Discipline of desire
Please note: I’m not covering what the disciplines are in this post, as I’ve already done that here. This post will just be some various thoughts on each.
This is the stoic discipline that changed my life more than any other, and it’s been the cornerstone of my stoic practice. I've come to see it as the key to enabling both assent and action to function at their highest levels.
The key to desire is to establish a relentless habit of investigating passions every single time they occur. Every single time, even when it’s exhausting. When you feel a passion, immediately start investigating it back to the source belief. This immediate action in the moment is largely for purposes of the discipline of assent - as we’ll touch on later - as it gets you in the habit of recognizing emotional distress for what it is: a product of your own beliefs rather than the situation itself.
It’s likely that for the first several years of your practice, you won’t be able to go through the full discipline of desire process right there in the moment. That’s not a problem, and will become less of an issue later. Don’t stop attempting it in the moment every time, but also don’t hesitate to defer the truly deep thinking to a quiet moment later that day. A journal can be useful for this process, and has been an indispensable aspect of my stoic practice. Over time, you'll be able to handle more and more situations right there in the moment as you grow more familiar with the discipline of desire process and the contours of your own mind.
It’s also likely that for your first several years of practice, you’ll hit a brick wall trying to trace certain passions to their source beliefs. That’s natural, especially with the tougher things in life. Keep trying though, and eventually you’ll get there. You’ll build up the skill and capability on the lesser issues until eventually you can tackle the major ones, in the same way we start lifting small weights and eventually can lift larger ones as a result.
Discipline of assent
I don’t have too much to say about the stoic discipline of assent, other than to say that I have found the discipline of desire to be vital to its higher-level functioning. It’s often been that very process of hunting for the source belief behind the distress that has quickly drained the emotional energy from it. That’s why I recommend making the discipline of desire an instant in-the-moment habit, even when you don’t have the time to go all the way.
Discipline of action
Desire and assent - while difficult to practice - are quite straightforward to calculate. You may have trouble doing it, but it's not too difficult to know what to do.
I submit that the stoic discipline of action, however, is virtually impossible for anyone reading this to ever calculate the balance of indifferents with full correctness. Sages are mythical constructs, and for the rest of us, all we can do is the best we can.
So do just that: the best you can. Unlike desire and assent - which take place purely within your own heart and mind - the discipline of action is applied externally: your will applied to the world around you. This invites inevitable controversy. No matter what you believe to be the best course of action, a sizable group of people around you will disagree. Consider their thoughts carefully - we'll talk about this part later - but stick to your guns if you believe you're on the right course after ample consideration. You have to act somehow, and there is no course of action that will invite universal acclaim, even if that were a desirable thing above all else. Might as well act in the way you believe to be best, then.
Journaling
I have found this an indispensable practice during my stoic journey, particularly as a mechanism to perform the deep thinking required for the discipline of desire and also as a mechanism to weigh indifferents as part of the stoic discipline of action. It's become a full-on vehicle for selfhood over the years, but I also take the time to record my life's little moments as well. My journal has become my most valuable and most protected physical possession in this world, without a doubt.
If you don't currently do this, I'd recommend you try it out. If it doesn't stick, try again sometime. With journaling, with the stoic disciplines, and with every other good habit I've adopted in life, there has been a pattern of starts and stops before it finally sticks. In journaling, for example, I started several times over the course of years before my stoic journey had even started. Sometimes I'd write for a few days, sometimes for a few weeks, and sometimes only once, then I wouldn't journal for a very long time. But I kept coming back to it, and one day I sat down and journaled and never stopped, and now I haven't missed a day in years excepting the occasional medical scenario. It's been that way for most habits I'm proud of in this life.
Establish a reading rotation
What I've learned about stoic texts: the original philosophers have been indispensable for me. Of all the books I've read on the subject, I still have not read a more practical guide to the disciplines of desire and assent than the Discourses of Epictetus. It's very rare that entire millennia can pass without a text being surpassed - especially a partial one like Discourses - but that's been my personal experience here.
My core daily reading rotation consists of Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Rufus. When I finish one text, I start the next, ad infinitum. That rotation is endless, but I do supplement with others as well from time to time, with Pierre Hadot's Inner Citadel and A.A. Long's book on Epictetus being particular standouts so far.
I have found that reading the texts keeps the theory central in my mind as I go about my days. When I stop reading, I slowly stop seeing the passions and indifferents for what they are, so I keep reading.
Challenge your beliefs
Always challenge your beliefs in life. What you think about stoicism, what you think politically, what you think you don't like for breakfast. And remember that you are a limited being in this world, who is currently wrong about more than one thing.
I started taking this lesson to heart in college, long before I became a stoic. One of my philosophy professors was clearly more intelligent than I was - and far better-read - yet had several very different beliefs than I did. That was the start of a lifelong journey for me, and that reality remains true to this day: no matter what I believe in this life, there are smarter people than me who have read more than I have and believe the opposite.
Ever since that day in college, I have made it a point to read a lot of things that challenge me. I seek out well-constructed thoughts on stoicism, politics, economics, health and wellness, personal relationships, and virtually everything else that disagree with my own positions on these things. The practice has changed my life profoundly, as I have changed my mind on countless things over the years. My political beliefs took an almost complete 180 since my twenties, my stoic practice has deepened to an entire new level of effectiveness, my personal relationships have grown far healthier, and my entire life has become more meaningful.
And probably most important of all: it grants me a deep respect for those ideas I still disagree with, and the people who hold them. No matter which issue it is, there are still smarter people than me who have read extensively on the issue and disagree with me. And having changed my own mind so many times over the years based on my reading, I fully accept that I inevitably hold beliefs today that I will disagree with several years from now. That not only grants some humility, but it's allowed me to engage with ideas that I do not currently accept. My current relationship is with a partner who has very different political beliefs than I do, and I have many friends who disagree with me as well. And I love that, and love engaging with them on that basis. I don't see people who disagree with me as immoral beings; I don't even agree with myself over a sufficient timespan.
It's been my experience that most people don't seem to challenge or change their ideas much. Some even view it as a weakness. I don't feel that way, always feeling comfortable changing my mind on anything as evidence persuades, and viewing it as a strength of character rather than a weakness. In fact, the perceived weakness in my world would be if I looked back at myself from five years ago and everything were exactly the same.
If anyone can refute me - show me I'm making a mistake or looking at things from the wrong perspective - I'll gladly change. It's the truth I'm after, and the truth never harmed anyone. What harms us is to persist in self-deceit and ignorance. - Meditations 6:21Keep reading, keep challenging yourself, and keep engaging with educated people who disagree with you. Don't grow stagnant, and always leave open the possibility that you are wrong.
Farewell
For various reasons, I think it's best to conclude my time on this sub and on Reddit in general. It's a decision that I've been considering for quite some time now. There are outlets where I think my time is better spent, and given the factors involved, that dynamic is likely to persist for many years to come at the very least. While there is always the chance that I will change my mind on this and return, I doubt it should happen for quite some time, if it happens at all. I debated whether to write this part or just disappear, but I did want to write a quick farewell before checking out. When I finish writing this post, I'll be signing out of Reddit and continuing with my life's work, so no need to say farewell in return. I hope that something I've written in my time here has been helpful for at least one person out there.
Thank you to all of those who challenged and inspired me during my time here. Some of you are nothing short of brilliant in the quality of your thoughts, in a way I aspire to be myself someday. Keep inspiring others in that same spirit for as long as you view this as a good use of your time, and keep teaching those who come here asking for help.
To all of you who are new or just getting started: stick with it. You'll get out of stoicism what you put into it, and it's well-worth the effort. Keep reading, keep practicing, and keep challenging yourself. It's the journey of a lifetime: the journey of your lifetime. Make it a good one.
2023.03.21 16:34 Shashi_tharooor_7 q: are some places luckier or holier than others based on Bhagvad Gita mentioning relevant verse.
"are some places luckier or holier than others" based on Bhagvad Gita mentioning relevant verse.In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna says, "I am present in every place and in every being." (BG 9.6) This means that every place is holy and every being is divine. It is our perception and attitude that makes a place lucky or holy. If we approach a place with reverence and devotion, it becomes holy for us.
Therefore, it is not the place that is lucky or holy, but our own mindset and actions that determine our fortune. Lord Krishna teaches us that we should focus on developing our inner virtues and spiritual qualities rather than seeking external blessings from a particular place.
In conclusion, according to the Bhagavad Gita, every place is holy and every being is divine. It is our own perception and attitude that determines whether a place is lucky or holy for us. We should focus on developing our inner virtues and spiritual qualities rather than seeking external blessings from a particular place.
2023.03.21 16:08 FlyWithSeedyL Release Notes - Sim Update 12 [1.31.22.0] Available Now
RELEASE NOTES 1.31.22.0
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[All Versions] How to Install a New Update Safely
NEW CONTENT/FEATURES
- Optimized the “Checking for updates” phase to reduce the booting time of the simulator; improved the download speed in the installation manager; improved loading time before booting to the main menu
- Added a new assistance option to customize the intensity of turbulence experienced during flight (based on current altitude, environment, and weather conditions).
- Turkish and Korean languages have been added into the sim
- Added an input key to toggle Flight Assistant Panel
- Spotlight Event Pack: a pack of activities is now available in the Marketplace, which contains a curated selection of 13 Spotlight Events from the past. Please note: completing these activities will not count towards Spotlight Event related achievements.
General Bug Fixes
- Several crashes have been fixed across the title
- Fixed a bug in the purchase flow of MSFS Marketplace
- Keyboard shortcut to toggle Screen Narrator on/off has been added
- Control Options menu stops reset to top when assigning a button.
- “Set Departure”, “Set arrival” & “Zoom to Details” are now appearing when Airport Icon is clicked
- Fixed aircraft visibility issues with their interior and exterior model
- Corrected an issue that caused some multiplayer planes to display a purple texture on their Glass cockpits.
- Fixed Engine Governor being incorrectly labeled
- Fixed game freeze during boot
- Added parameter to cfg that allows to fix the legacy flight model integration of the accelerations that was causing wrong accelerations and g-force calculations in the legacy flight model. Integrated collision constraint response into the force calculation for g force estimation when on ground. This allows to have 1.0 when still on ground even with some suspension systems that don’t have enough force to counter gravity.
- Fixed issues in the building generation that could caused crashes
- Various localization improvements
Menu
- Fixed airport considered as water if runways have undefined surface type
- Added Weight & Balance visualization for rotorcraft.
Navigation/Traffic
- [Partially Fixed] Glass cockpit externalization has been reworked. There’s no intermediate window anymore; each glass cockpit opens a distinct window with the glass cockpit name. Window position and size is saved when ending a flight.
- With multi-layout screens cockpits, mouse collision for glass cockpit externalization is now received only by the current active glass cockpit.
- Navlog timer no longer resets when user closes and reopens it
- Fixed SimConnect injected traffic planes not following the assigned flight plan
- Fixed live traffic planes incorrectly following departure procedures
- Fixed live traffic planes staying stuck at hold short in some airports
- Fixed live traffic planes staying at low altitude after takeoff
- Fixed SimConnect injected traffic being often unable to depart from the departure gate
- Fixed traffic planes causing performance issue in the world map
- Fixed live traffic planes sometimes not showing nameplate
- Fixed live traffic planes sometimes spawning at an incorrect location and unable to move
- Fixed live traffic planes staying at low altitude during go around
- Fixed a crash where ATC uses an invalid runway number
- Glass cockpit: Waypoint with no associated city now show an empty city field instead of random characters.
- Glass cockpit: NavigationData expiration year is now properly displayed when date range extends over two years.
Weather
- [Partially Fixed] Heat only thermals are limited in height up to the cloud base (except under clouds)
- Limited and tuned negative thermals around clouds and hot ground.
- Reduced thermals close to ground.
- [Partially Fixed] Improved thermal slanting and cloud alignment.
- Reduced “blue” hot ground thermals in rain, with altitude and with high winds
- Reduced mountain turbulence with altitude
- Maximum vertical wind speed in storm clouds / TCU has been increased
- Fixed a cloud popping issue when updating Live Weather data
- Fixed a problem where in water presets, water would be iced for the physics but displayed as water in the rendering.
- General Live Weather improvements
- Live Weather now uses server time instead of local time to avoid inconsistent or no live weather
- Date of METAR files is now checked before ingesting the data to avoid replacing current METARs with out-of-date METARs in case of CDN issues; this also reduces bandwidth usage
- Fixed an issue that would potentially stop the game from retrieving clouds
- Fixed an issue where incorrect weather was injected while retrieving new data, potentially causing abrupt wind and pressure changes as well as cloud popping
- Fixed a Rendering issue where clouds were ghosting into the sky at horizon
Activity
- Fixed various issues on leg start in bushtrips
- Training activities are now recorded in logbook
- Fixed an issue that caused the P-51 to run out of fuel too early in Reno races
- Fixed an issue that could cause the engines to shut down when first starting a mission.
- In Bushtrips, the Description Box displays incorrect values for the Flight Length, Flight Duration, and Number of Legs
Glass Cockpits
Garmin G3000 / G5000
- Fixed incorrectly rendered lists when the number of items in the list was very large.
- Fixed various instances where FMS would not automatically tune the primary approach frequency when loading or activating ILS/LOC/LDA/SDF/VOR approaches.
- The GTC Airport Information page will now display the primary approach frequencies for all ILS/LOC/LDA/SDF approaches at the airport in the Freq tab.
- The PFD traffic inset map’s range labels are now always displayed in the bottom left to avoid conflicts with other map elements.
- Fixed long approach names from overflowing the approach button on the GTC Select Approach page.
- Miscellaneous map memory optimizations.
- Fixed a bug where on-route direct-tos incorrectly inherited the turn direction of their target legs.
- Fixed a bug where the initial course of an on-route direct-to was set in true degrees instead of the expected magnetic degrees.
- Fixed a bug where the flight plan would become corrupted when syncing a world map flight plan with an approach and at least one enroute waypoint but no departure or arrival.
- Advanced VNAV no longer tries to capture descent altitude constraints during climb phase.
- Added aural alerts for TIS/TAS/TCAS traffic and resolution advisories.
- Added support for choosing aural alert voice type (male/female).
- Enabled the Direct-To buttons in the GTC Waypoint Information and NRST pages.
- Most aural alerts that trigger at the same time will now be played back in a queue instead of overlapping each other. Note that some alerts are still allowed to overlap others.
- New CAS warning and caution messages are now accompanied by an aural chime.
- The active NAV source is now reset to FMS when the system is power cycled.
- Fixed a bug where the VSR navigation data bar field always displayed dashes (‘––––’).
- Selecting a waypoint in the GTC Direct-To page (either via the keyboard or the Nearest tab) that matches the current Direct-To target will now load the appropriate existing Direct-To information.
- Selecting a waypoint in the GTC Direct-To page (either via the keyboard or the Nearest tab) that is in the primary flight plan will now cause an on-route direct-to to be created when the Activate button is pressed.
G1000 Nxi
- Fixed an issue that caused the G1000Nxi to pan very slowly in Legacy interaction mode
Garmin GNS430W / GNS530W
- Fixed some page navigation issues where the right knob push would not close dialogs
VFR Map
- Fixed an issue where the plane’s CDI source would change when opening the VFR Map
- Optimizations for reducing memory usage
- Added support for VR in-game panel zoom axis
Aircraft
General
- FLO mode transition now takes into account density altitude
- Fixed Load % to display the correct individual engine power.
- Fixed a bug on WASM & TS glass cockpits using the zero pitch line of the PFD. The line now represents the 0° of the aircraft
- Fixed contrail effects on some planes
- Corrected an issue that caused the P-51 Bunny to display a white screen instead of the radio.
- [Partially Fixed] an issue that caused some lights on the B747 and A320 to incorrectly react to interaction with their controls.
- Corrected an issue that caused LEFT/RIGHT_AXIS_BRAKE_SET to incorrectly affect both brakes.
- [P-51 Mrs Virginia] Landing gear doors animations are now working correctly
- External HUD : Variometer is no longer displayed on external HUD when not relevant to the aircraft.
- [Checklists] Fixed inconsistent XML parsing behavior between PC and consoles
- [Known Issue] LS8 can be pushed towards the ground when using winch launch method
Helicopters
- Engine power jump was reduced during the governor activation.
- Added an engine trimmer. If the helicopter has this feature, it is now possible to slightly change the nominal engine/rotor RPM that a governor is trying to maintain. Please, refer to the new input commands in the Control Options menu: “ENGINE TRIM RPM INCREASE” and “ENGINE TRIM RPM DECREASE”
- The throttle control logic for multi-engine helicopters has become more consistent.
- Fixed Tail rotor increment for better controllability with gamepad Helicopter profile (without tail rotor assistance)
Airbus 310-300
- Significant sound improvements in all areas of the aircraft (numerous reports are covered in this).
- External lights adjusted for a more realistic experience.
- Pressure system bug resolved.
- Improvements to T/D logic.
- Flight deck door resolution improved on Base version.
- FMS symbol tweaked to be more realistic.
- VOR* to VOR transition in capture bug resolved.
- Landing weight calculations on FMC for imperial fixed.
- Sliders added in EFB.
- VOR1 RMI disappears when overlapping VOR 2 needle bug fixed.
- SPD LIM mode premature bug fixed.
- Galley latches repositioned to closed position.
- Console unit flood light moveable.
- Trim wheel integral light now added.
- Glass added on outstanding cockpit gauges.
- Added magnetic variation to navaids.
- Autobrake commands added for hardware.
- INIT B & LW bugs fixed.
- RSK a waypoint to VERT REV bug fixed.
- Loading co-route character removal bug fixed.
- Custom PBD can now be added on new waypoint page and entering directly into F-PLN.
- When selecting INHG in options, perf calc bug fixed.
- Negative temperatures in EFB, now inserting correctly.
- vPilot COM 2 bug fixed.
- Sticker on door bug fixed.
- Cargo doors now use brake accumulator.
- Chrono bug fixed.
- SEC FPLN crashes fixed.
- CG prompt in FUEL PRED adjusted to ZFWCG.
- Some light leaking fixed.
- ATC/AI audio bug fixed.
- Triggering secondary approach more than once crash fixed.
- VHF2 and 3 now audible in cockpit.
- Volume knob pull to mute working in A310.
- Players voice now heard when talking to ATC.
- Fuel page line amber when it should be green.
- EFB checklist upon scrolling bug fixed.
- Brake accumulator logic improved.
- LBS when over 100,000 clipping fixed.
- Extra fuel/time now gets calculated when an ALTN is selected.
- EMER LTs state in Cold and Dark bug fixed.
- ATHR to GA keybind bug fixed.
- INIT B selecting values bug fixed.
- Stab trim movement during different HYD pressure bug fixed.
- Overall hardware compatibility improved with HoneyComb Bravo, Saitek panels.
- APU fire test conditions logic improved.
- Ailerons position bug fixed in 15/0 state.
- VONavaid Identifier Sound not working fixed.
- Unable to query sim waypoint database from REF page fixed.
- Fixed HSI changes on selector in flight deck.
- Wiper no longer moves with no power.
- Fixed loudspeaker not making sound.
- Fixed issue where aircraft systems freeze mid-flight.
- Entered temps not appearing on weather page of f-plan fixed.
- Expose current altimeter reference value fixed.
- Fire Loop lights on switched to AC ESS instead of AC EMER bus.
- ADF needles now point to true bearing not magnetic.
- Fixed abnormal behavior when choosing NONE STAR approach and transition.
- WASM API nav data waypoint structure adjusted.
- Updated translation files.
Bell 407
- Engine performance increased to match more closely the real-world behavior.
- Now it is easier to overstress the rotor RPM and torque under heavy load.
- The helicopter is easier to stabilize now in cruise flight with trim and assistances turned off.
- Low rotor warning sound now sounds when the battery is switched on.
- Annunciators illumination is stronger now in DIM mode.
- Altimeter barometric scale values now match up with the simulator values.
- Gauge illumination is toned down preventing it to being overblown on maximum brightness settings.
- Auto-trim switch has been removed.
- Force trim switch has been removed.
- Pedal stop functionality added (limits left pedal movement during flight) above 50 kts.
- Rotor rotation animation in multiplayer is now functioning.
- Rotor brake is functional again.
- Used fuel type in the weight and balance settings is JET fuel.
- Added Turkish language translation.
- Added Korean language translation.
- Pedal animation on the connecting rod is fixed.
- Interior collider adjustments. The camera doesn’t clip into the main panel anymore.
- VR support adjustments. Full VR support.
- Reference cruise speed now shows the correct value on the aircraft selection screen.
Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental
- Fixed an issue that could prevent part of the speed brakes from properly triggering on the 747.
Guimbal Cabri G2
- START mode behavior improved on EPM
- Better synchronization between engine RPM and rotor RPM
- In Direct To Page, magnetic bearing is displayed instead of true bearing
- Throttle handle animation is now working correctly
- Fixed miro drift on ground contact with helicopters. Fixed Cabri skid suspension settings; Cabri now stable on ground.
Cessna 172 Skyhawk G1000
- Fixed ground steering during takeoff to compensate for crosswind
Cessna Citation CJ4
- MFD: Fixed battery electrical indications always showing 0
- AP: Fixed altitude capture not engaging in TO vertical mode
- Disabled unused COM3 radio receiver
- Adjusted brightness of Standby Indicator
- Fixed the AoA indexer not indicating the correct AoA
- Fixed sim checklist stuck in After Starting Engines checklist
- Fixed wrong state indication on APPR button tooltip
- FMC: Fixed ARRIVALS page not working when airport features approaches not tied to a specific runway
- FMC: Fixed discontinuities piling up when editing procedures
- YD/AP DISC Bar now disables the Yaw Damper
- Fixed Overspeed Warning audio not always working
- Fixed an issue with the Direct To initial Course being incorrect
- Fixed an issue where the FMA would always show LOC1/VOR1 even when nav source is NAV2
- TOGA button on the Thrust Lever is now active
- Added automatic VOR tuning functionality
- Added the FLT LOG page to the FMC and flight tracking
- The FLT LOG page will show on the FMC after landing based on the setting in DEFAULTS
- Added ability to ident the transponder on the FMC ATC CONTROL page
- Fixed an issue where fuel used tracking on FUEL MGMT page 2 was not correct
- Reduced pitch instability and adjusted elevator authority, tweaked roll rates at various speeds to keep light control feel but reduce excess performance
- Adjusted flaps to achieve a better compromise between approach angle and flaps pitch/lift moments, reduced flaps drag at both flaps levels
- Slightly increased top end engine thrust to address a few reports of insufficient climb power
- Increased gear down drag
- Increased gyro stability to reduce excessive turbulence impact
- Adjusted load stations to be more in line with real loadout
- Added additional groundwheel friction to avoid skidding during moderate crosswind landings
- ILS data is now loaded from the approach FAF origin facility to allow for nav-to-nav and auto-tune even when scenery runway data does not have the appropriate ILS reference information
- Fixed bugs related to visual approach loading and visual approach vnav guidance
- Fixed missing basic aural alerts
- COM input now allows to enter 136.xxx frequencies
- Limit types of airports displayed on the map to show only suitable ones
Cessna Citation Longitude
- Fixed incorrect pitot heat logic.
- Fixed the AILERON(S)_LEFT/RIGHT key events commanding ailerons in the opposite direction as intended.
- The engine auto-start and auto-shutdown procedures (Ctrl-E and Ctrl-Shift-E) now function correctly.
- The standby instrument now automatically adjusts its backlight levels.
- Autothrottle no longer requires gear and flaps to be retracted to change from TO mode to SPD/CLIMB/DESC modes.
- Taxi auto-tests now require engines running to begin evaluating.
- Fixed broken external animations for non-default liveries.
- Fixed incorrect load station count in cfg, and adjusted passenger load positions to match standard 8-seat configuration.
- Increased ND elevator trim limit to prevent AP from running out of trim authority at low altitudes and high speeds.
- Fixed AFCS control panel APR button tooltip.
- Added BRAKE FAIL and GENS OFF aural alerts.
- The G5000’s active NAV source now defaults to FMS when starting a flight.
- The AFCS control panel UP/DN wheel now changes pitch reference when the AP is in PIT mode.
- Fixed broken rotate animations on the CRS knobs.
- The 500-foot touchdown callout will now sound as appropriate. Also added other touchdown callouts from 450 to 50 feet.
Curtiss JN-4 “Jenny”
- Fixed in VR elevator not moving.
- Fixed engine audio from nearby Jenny aircraft can be heard within cockpit.
- Added Phone EFB with Compass, Indicated Air Speed, Radio and XPDR functionality tied to core sim.
- Added electrical system for the EFB.
- Added EFB section to the Flight Manual.
- Added right bracket in cockpit to Show/Hide EFB.
Daher TBM 930
- Increased maximum nose wheel steering angle to 28 degrees, and increased speed at which nose wheel steering starts becoming less effective to 10 knots.
- [Partially Fixed Increased brightness of taxi and landing lights.
- Pulse lights no longer draw additional power when landing lights are on.
- Fixed broken door animations for non-default liveries
- Fixed handling of electrical battery key events.
- Improved compatibility with hardware that send electrical battery and external power key events every frame.
- Fixed AFCS control panel APR button tooltip.
- The overspeed, stall, and landing gear aural alerts will now sound as appropriate.
- The G3000’s active NAV source now defaults to FMS when starting a flight.
- Fixed broken rotate animations on the CRS knobs.
Darkstar
- Fixed several issues related to entering a frequency on the transponder of the Darkstar
- External Camera display now rotates without stretching the view.
DG-1001E
- Improved adverse yaw, balance, handling qualities and spoiler drag
- Improved stall to match stalling characteristics as described in the flight manual (wing drop)
- Winch launch now requires the technique as described in the DG-1001E flight manual: "During ground roll and initial take-off push the control stick to a forward position to prevent excessive nose-up pitching rotation during initial take-off. After reaching safety altitude gradually pull back on the stick, so that the glider will not pick up excessive speed. Don’t pull too hard. After reaching release altitude pull the tow release knob. Recommended winch launch airspeed 110-130 km/h (60-70 kts.).
Douglas DC-3
- Upside down illegible writing on rear door stairs in Blue stripe Livery.
- Landing light switches are no longer reversed.
- Underside beacon light illuminates correctly.
- Multiple items can now be manually completed with evaluation mode.
- Landing gear text decal is no longer obstructed by open passenger door switch.
- DC-3 Aux tanks correctly feed the engine.
- HUD correctly indicates state of flaps.
- DC-3 cockpit model - Nose rivets remade.
- With the propellers feathered moving the prop control affects all the propellers.
- DC-3 cockpit model - Screws no longer clip through window frame.
- Beacon Light switch is targetable.
- Instrument texture no longer disappears when zooming out in external/showcase view.
- The user can’t hear the wind on takeoff even if all audio is turned off.
- Red yellow cargo image in liveries selection is consistent with livery in free flight.
- Blue stripe image in liveries selection is consistent with livery in free flight.
- Image for ole dusty livery in selection screen does match the livery in free flight.
- Mesh switch turns off and now the state of the switch correctly indicates it is off.
- Carb Air temperature correctly matches sim.
- Beacon light underneath fuselage can now be turned on.
- There is now a switch in cockpit to toggle on/off beacon light.
- Quickview 3 in cockpit camera is positioned correctly.
- Tooltip indicates correct state of Master Ignition switch.
- Off position on the right fuel selector now fixed.
- Cold dark switch use failing to show fuel pressure is fixed.
- Checklist for starting engine now says to wait 2 seconds.
- Scroll wheel issue with Desired Heading knob has been recoded.
- Spawning at night on runway, Cockpit lights now are on.
- Typo present in Hangar Description has been rectified.
- DC-3 Thumbnails now match the model.
- AUX Fuel gauge needles are fixed.
- Incorrect string on AUX fuel weight and balance fixed.
- Hole in cargo doors from inside cargo bay hold fixed.
- Various light leaks fixed.
- Texture improvements throughout the model(s).
Grumman G-21 Goose
- Fixed duplicate key name errors.
- Fixed cockpit camera clipping through floor.
- Fixed typo in cockpit placard.
- Fixed typo in loading screen trivia.
- Fixed engine audio from nearby Goose aircraft can be heard within cockpit.
- Added Phone EFB with Radio and XPDR functionality tied to core sim.
- Added Switches to Show/Hide EFB and Turn ON/OFF Avionics (including switch audio and decals).
- Added EFB section to the Flight Manual.
- Updated translation files.
H-4 Hercules “Spruce Goose”
- Yoke interaction with VR controllers simulate a yoke instead of a flight stick.
- Weight and Balance screen no longer contains debug text.
- Flying very far past Vne now triggers a crash.
- Modern avionics added.
- Clipboard updated with new features.
- Auto-pilot added.
- Green navigation light orientation.
- ATC/ICAO params.
- Prop animation issue on one side.
- Clipboard items missing check once clicked.
- CHT, Oil, Radiator temperatures have been adjusted.
- The blurred propellers no longer cast shadows.
LS8
- Improved adverse yaw, stall and spoiler drag
Ryan NYP “Spirit of St. Louis”
- VR controller interaction influence fixed.
- Multiplayer Art issue fixed (the front was hidden on other Ryan).
Wright Flyer
- VR users can launch the aircraft properly now, the throttle is automatically set to 100% once the catapult is triggered.
- Cockpit collision added.
World
- Fixed Statue of Liberty standing in water
Airport
- Fix terraforming issue on taxiway at HECA
- [Partially Fixed] Fix taxiway bridge issue at RJTT causing aircraft crashes
- Fixed Queenstown airport not updated with World Update 12
- Fix taxiway bridge issue at SBGL causing aircraft crashes
- [Partially Fixed] Fix taxiway bridge issue at LFPG causing aircraft crashes
- Fixed wrong airport names in Australia (Coober Pedy)
- Fixed terraforming issues include the crack on runway 26 at ESSA
- Fixed the possibility to set a seaplane base as departure without a seaplane
World Update 1 – Japan
* POIs:
- Fixed Rainbow Bridge night texture.
- Nagasaki Airport RJFU:
- Fixed Control Tower LOD transition.
- Added collisions for few missing objects.
- Hachijojima Airport RJTH:
- Fixed windsock direction behavior.
- Fixed multiple objects LOD transition.
- Added collisions for few missing objects.
World Update 2 – USA
* POIs:
- Fixed Alcatraz Water Tower LOD transition.
- Fixed the satellite imagery cab be seen on the terrain below New River Gorge Bridge.
- Added marker to Lowry Avenue Bridge.
- Fixed Rainbow Bridge Niagara Falls texture.
- Fixed Haystack Rock position over terrain.
- Fixed US Grant Bridge textures and blend with the aerial imagery.
- Fixed Yosemite El Capitan terraforming clipping.
- Fixed terrain and imagery blending of the Lewis and Clark Bridge.
- Fixed Navajo Bridge terrain blending.
- Fixed collisions size of the Monument Valley.
- Fixed Rainbow Bridge Niagara Falls LODs transition.
- Added collisions to the US Air Force planes on the Airport Graveyard.
- Fixed United States National Arboretum is missing textures near the top of the pillars.
- Fixed Glen Canyon Dam ground textures clipping through the Dam.
- Added missing building to the National Radio Astronomy Observatory.
- Added collision to Bixby Creek Bridge.
- Fixed United States Capitol LOD transition.
- the Las Vegas Strip is now searchable by name.
- The Rainbow Bridge, Niagara Falls.
- Fixed Fort Knox LOD popping.
- Added collisions to Sunshine Skyway Bridge buildings.
- Fixed missing texture on Lowry Avenue Bridge.
- Atlanta Airport KTAL:
- Fixed the Ground services clipping at parking RAMP 312 CARGO, parking spot N ramp 312 and airliners gate H-4.
- Fixed flipped textures of Delta hangar and Atlanta Fire Rescue buildings.
- Added collisions to all buildings.
- Fixed Bridge on a taxiway.
- Fixed night lighting disappears at short distances.
- Friday Harbor Airport KFHR:
- Fixed few terraforming issues.
World Update 3 – UK & Ireland
* POIs:
- Fixed Goodison Park LOD popping.
- Added and improved collisions for the following POIs: 100 Bishopsgate, Wembley Stadium, Blackpool Tower, Durham Cathedral, Floors Castle, The Blair Castle, Blenheim Palace, The Royal Botanical Gardens, Goodison Park, The Eden Project.
- Fixed St James Park missing texture.
- Fixed Emirates Stadium model and textures (include misspelling billboards).
- Fixed Eilean Donan Castle Vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Canterbury Cathedral LOD pops.
- Fixed Stamford Bridge LOD 1 and LOD 2 switched.
- Fixed Blackpool Tower texture clipping.
- Fixed Kew Garden floating bespoke building.
- Removed TIN spikes around St. James Park stadium.
- Fixed Windsor Castle LOD popping.
- Fixed Pontcysyllte Aqueduct LOD popping.
- Fixed Glass Pod on British Airways I360 position popping at different distances.
- Fixed Goodison Park missing textures under Sunroofs.
- Fixed Floors Castle texture and Added missing texture.
- Fixed Scotland flag display on Edinburgh Castle.
- Fixed Archbishop’s Palace Maidstone texture and LOD popping.
- Fixed Villa Park Stadium LOD popping.
- Fixed Kew Garden alignment with the satellite imagery footprint.
- Fixed Anfield Stadium LOD popping.
- Fixed Glamis Castle Grass vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Caernarfon Castle displaying.
- Fixed Wales Millennium Centre LOD transition.
- Fixed Forth Rail Bridge’s Northside pillar missing textures.
- Fixed Forth Rail Bridge displays Cars climbing.
- Fixed Twickenham Stadium and York Minster LOD popping.
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport EGGP:
- Removed Light pole in middle of a taxiway.
- Added missing collisions to multiple buildings.
- Barra Airport EGPR:
- Fixed few taxi path issues.
World Update 4 – France &Benelux
* POIs
- Fixed the Mont Aiguille collision. It is now possible to land at its top.
- Fixed Stade Jean-Bouin collision.
- Fixed Stade Vélodrome LOD transition.
- Nice Cote Airport LFMN
- Fixed runways center lines missing in both runways.
- Fixed waypoints and nav procedures issues occurred.
- Added collision to multiple buildings.
World Update 5 – Nordics
* POIs:
- Fixed Viking Stadion / SR-Bank LOD popping.
- Fixed Road traffic driving underneath Storseisundet Bridge and Svinesund Bridge.
- Fixed Petäjävesi Old Church and Uddevalla Bridge displays double markings.
- Fixed Cars driving through Copenhagen Opera House.
- Fixed Copenhagen Opera House LOD popping.
- Added collisions to the Tjörn Bridge.
- Fixed Kullen Lighthouse vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Øresund Bridge terraforming issue.
- Fixed Brøndby Stadium spawning.
- Fixed the Bolt Arena missing collision.
- Fixed Roskilde Cathedral Cars driving up the building.
- Fixed Helsinki Ice Hall LOD popping.
- Fixed Blue Water Arena missing collision.
- Fixed Arctic Cathedral LOD popping.
- Fixed Aalborg Stadium missing collision.
- Fixed Tromsø Bridge Road traffic under and beside the Bridge.
- Fixed floating TIN artifacts/crane near Helsinki Olympic stadium.
- Fixed Hallgrímskirkja Church missing collision.
- Fixed Eleda Stadion LOD popping.
- Fixed Ullevaal Stadion LOD transition.
- Added collisions to the Ylisto Bridge beams.
- Fixed Sparebanken Sør Arena LOD popping.
- Fixed Sölvesborg Bridge vegetation clipping.
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport ESSA:
- improved LOD transition of several buildings.
- Added collisions to all buildings.
- Fixed terraforming issues include the crack on runway 26.
- Fixed big crack in runway 26.
- Svalbard Airport ENSB:
- Added missing collision to Airport hangar.
World Update 7 – Australia
* POIs:
- Fixed occasional displacement of dynamic flags on Sydney Harbour Bridge.
- Fixed vegetation clipping and placement issues at Anzac Bridge, Sydney.
- Fixed vegetation clipping at Mooney Mooney Bridge.
- Fixed flashing geometry on Tasman Bridge, Hobart.
- Adjusted photogrammetry exclusions at 568 Collins Street, Melbourne.
- Minor enhancements at several other locations, e.g., clipping vegetation or water exclusions.
- YSHL Shellharbour Airport:
- Minimized visible LOD changes of hangars and other buildings.
World Update 8 – Iberia
* POIs:
- Fixed location of Fort of Sao Joao Baptista and Covão dos Conchos.
- Fixed or adding collisions:
- Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre.
- Royal Palace of Madrid.
- the Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya.
- the Estádio Algarve.
- Bom Jesus do Monte.
- Alqueva Dam.
- Aldeadavila Dam.
- the Museum of Art Architecture and Technology.
- Estadio Jose Alvalade.
- Fixed LOD popping:
- Montjuic Castle.
- Estadio Da Luz.
- Episcopal Palace of Astorga.
- Covão dos Conchos.
- San Pablo Bridge.
- Torre Mapfre.
- Basilica de La Sagrada Familia.
- Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre.
- Puente Nuevo.
- Fort of Sao Joao Baptista.
- Estádio Municipal de Aveiro.
- Estádio do Dragão.
- Hotel Arts.
- Observatorio Roque de los Muchachos.
- El Monumento Natural de los Mallos de Riglos.
- Palacio de Deportes de Santander.
- Catedral de Leon.
- the Alamillo Bridge.
- Fixed Montjuic Castle vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Z-fighting in front of the Museum of Art Architecture and Technology.
- Fixed Estádio Cidade de Coimbra double markers.
- Fixed Puente Nuevo Cars path.
- Fixed Guadiana International Bridge 2D footprints over the satellite imagery.
- Fixed Freixo Bridge- car traffic driving up below the Bridge.
- Fixed Third Millennium Bridge Cars traffic issue.
- Fixed Maria Pia Bridge- Cars climbing up to top of Bridge.
- Fixed Luís I Bridge displays Cars traffic path.
- Fixed Santiago Bernabeu Stadium seats texture.
- Fixed Castillo de Santa Barbara texture gaps.
- Fixed the animation of the Gondola on the Vizcaya Bridge.
- Fixed Bom Jesus do Monte trees clipping into the building.
- Fixed Alqueva Dam texture.
- Fixed Alcázar de Segovia terrain clipping.
- Fixed Pena Palace trees clipping into the POI.
- Fixed El Flysch Zumaya and El Capricho Villa POIs name spelling.
- Fixed Rande Bridge Cars path and trees clipping into the POI.
- Fixed Aldeadvila Dam vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Alcázar de Segovia trees clipping into the POI.
- Fixed El Monasterio de El Escorial Z-fighting.
- Fixed Monumento a Alfonso XII Z-fighting.
- Fixed 516 Arouca bridge vegetation clipping.
- Pico Airport LPPI:
- Fixed double windsocks.
World Update 9 – Italy & Malta
* POIs
- Fixed Duomo Di Orvieto LOD popping.
- Added missing collisions to Basilica San Francesco.
- Fixed Torri Di San Marino LOD popping.
- Fixed Diga Di Santa Giustina terrain LOD popping.
- Added missing collision to Torri Di San Marino.
- Fixed Faro Di Capo Caccia cliffs collision.
- Fixed Castle of Corigliano Calabro vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Fort Manoel collision.
- Fixed Castello Di Graines collision.
- Fixed Caserta Royal Palace collision.
- Fixed Place Moulin Dam vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Fénis Castle textures issues.
- Fixed Potola Palace bridges terrain blending.
- Fixed Fort St Angelo vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Castelsardo invisible terrain issues.
- Fixed Palazzo Pitti Z-fighting and LOD popping.
- Fixed Fort St Angelo vegetation clipping.
- Fixed National Stadium Ta’Qali collisions.
- Fixed Fénis Castle vegetation clipping and Added collisions.
- Fixed Parish Church of Mellieha missing textures.
- Fixed Mi.Co. Gate 2 vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Basilica San Francesco vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Maxxi the National Museum collisions.
- Fixed Lighthouse Of Genoa powerlines, DEM and generic buildings clipping.
- Fixed Allianz Stadium vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Viadotto Sfalassa vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Basilica Di San Pietro vegetation and TIN clipping.
- Fixed Basilica Di San Petronio TIN clipping.
- Added missing collisions to Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi.
- Fixed Castelsardo Z-fighting and vegetation clipping.
- Fixed Grotta Di Nettuno vegetation clipping.
- Marina Di Campo Airport LIRJ:
- Fixed double windsocks.
World Update 10 – USA
* POIs:
- Fixed Mount Washington Hotel terraforming.
- Fixed National Park of American Samoa’s Marker position.
- Fixed textures stretched in Royal Gorge Bridge & Park’s Rock.
- Fixed Z-fighting on the roof of the Getty Museum.
- Fixed the Smithsonian National Museum of American History display name.
- Fixed the Cabo Rojo Lighthouse marker position and windows textures issues.
- Fixed the vegetation clipping into the Independence Temple.
- Fixed the New Orleans bridges collisions.
- Fixed the US flag in Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site.
- Fixed the Longaberger Company headquarters and Fort Massachusetts collision.
- Fixed LODs transitions for the following POIs:
- Split Rock Lighthouse.
- Kentucky State Capitol.
- Indian River Inlet Bridge.
- World War II Memorial.
- Cabo Rojo Lighthouse.
- Yerkes Observatory.
- Montana State.
- Mount Washington.
- Theodore Roosevelt Dam.
- the Independence Temple.
- Fort Massachusetts.
- National Gallery of Art.
- Lake Tahoe Airport KTVL:
- Added collisions for few missing buildings.
- Block Island Airport KBID:
- Added collisions for few missing buildings.
- Dallas Forth Worth Airport KDFW:
- Fixed few terraforming issues in the airport.
- Runways types are now defined.
- Others:
- Fixed the Water cracks present at Seven Seas Lagoon near.
World Update 11 – Canada
* POIs:
- Fixed TIN buildings exclusion near Hatley Park National Historic Site.
- Fixed blend of Samuel de Champlain Bridge surrounding terrain.
- Fixed the double markers of the One on the World map.
- Fixed Cars floating above Pierre-Laporte Bridge.
- Fixed Cars flow over Jacques Cartier Bridge and Angus L. Macdonald Bridge.
- Fixed big Nickel POI name.
- Fixed the vegetation clipping through Burrard Street Bridge.
- Fixed Z fighting on the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
- Fixed LOD popping of Cape Bonavista Lighthouse cliffs and Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic cliffs.
- Fixed the vegetation clipping into the zipline at the Cape Enrage Lighthouse.
- Fixes Pierre-Laporte Bridge terrain alignment.
- Fixed the vegetation clipping into the A. Murray MacKay Bridge and Thousand Islands Bridge.
- Fixed Lions Gate Bridge alignment with tterrain and road.
- Fixed terrain spikes going through Jacques Cartier Bridge.
- Fixed Holes in terrain all around Citadel Hill (Fort George).
- Fixed terrain LOD popping around Parliament of Canada.
- Fixed terraforming at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
- Fixed TIN data displays next to Fisgard Lighthouse.
- Added missing building on the Canadian High Arctic Research Station.
- Added missing building for the Cambridge Bay Radar Station.
- Fixed collisions of Jacques Cartier Bridge, The Lions Gate Bridge and The Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
40th Anniversary Edition / Sim Update 11
- Meigs Field KCGX:
- Fixed Z-fighting in runway and tarmac.
- Fixed taxi to parking after landing.
- Starting in KCGX helipad while helicopter is selected is now available.
- ATIS is now available.
- Hong Kong Kai Tak Airport VHHX:
- Added collisions to multiple buildings.
- Fixed the too low glideslope.
- Fixed the ILS range for runway 13.
- ATIS is now available.
- Princess Juliana Airport TNCM:
- Added collisions to few missing buildings.
- Fixed the LOD transitions.
- First Flight Airport KFFA:
- Fixed Z fighting on pathway.
- Helipads/Heliports:
- Lingotto Building LIBH:
- Fixed the too High collision preventing smooth landing.
- Fixed Z- fighting on the roof of the building.
- NYC Heliport KJRB – Added collisions for few missing items.
- Tokyo Heliport – Added collisions for few buildings.
- US Bank Tower Helipad:
- marker is now centered over the helipad.
- Fixed LOD transition.
- Heliponto Mirante Dona Marta SMDH:
- Heliport collisions has been fixed.
- Fixed LOD transition.
- Menara Telekom Tower Helipad:
- marker is now centered over the helipad.
- Fixed Z-fighting on Water near the tower.
- Bitexco Financial Tower – Fixed LOD transition.
- London Heliport EGLW – Removed building appeared inside the Airport perimeter while photogrammetry is off.
- Needles Lighthouse – Lighthouse Light is now spinning.
- Issy-Les-Moulineaux Heliport:
- marker is now centered over the helipad.
- Lingotto Building LIBH:
- Glider Airports:
- Itakura Gliderport RJT1 – Fixed ground and runway textures.
Game of the Year Edition
- Voloport:
- All Voloports are now possible to use as helipads.
- Issy-Les-Moulineaux Heliport- Voloport is now available as helipad.
- La Defense Voloport is is now available as helipad.
- Fixed LOD transition for all Voloports.
- Fixed Le Bourget Voloport name spelling.
- Lugano Airport LSZA:
- Collision has been Added to multiple objects.
- Fixed floating lights around the airport.
- Fixed Z-fighting on airports’ tennis courts.
Top Gun Maverick
- Fixed the clipping through the rocks at Seneca Rocks Peak.
- Fixed Haines Knob collision is size.
- Fixed collisions in Germany Valley Quarry.
- Fixed French Gulf Marina has LOD transition.
- Fixed LOD popping in Riffle Lake Dam.
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All unsealed vinyl is hand cleaned using a Pro-Ject VC-S2 ALU. I include rice paper inner sleeves as well as an outer sleeve, proper packaging and quality mailer for safe shipping.
2Pac Greatest Hits 4LP Sleeve - VG+ (corner ding) Media: Mint (sealed) https://www.discogs.com/release/12824597-2Pac-Greatest-Hits $60
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Modest Mouse We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank (Best Buy Translucent Orange Vinyl) Sleeve: NM Media: Mint (sealed) https://www.discogs.com/release/22546820-Modest-Mouse-We-Were-Dead-Before-the-Ship-Even-Sank $80
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R.E.M. Rolling Stone: America’s Best Rock Band Unofficial Live Release Sleeve: NM Media: NM https://www.discogs.com/release/7995469-REM-Rolling-Stone $75
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Telefrag VR Tharsis The Amazing American Circus The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav The Doorbreaker The Innsmouth Case (x2) The Nightmare Cooperative The Shadowland The Showdown Effect The Trigger The Village The Walking Dead: Season Two The Whispered World Special Edition This War of Mine ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove Toki (x2) Toki Tori 2+ Tooth and Tail Tower of Fate Treasure Hunter Simulator Tropico 4 Collector's Bundle
Viking Sisters V-Rally 4
Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide War of the Roses: Kingmaker Warlock - Master of the Arcane WARSAW We are alright West of Dead Where the Water Tastes Like Wine Wordle Wordle 2 Wordle 3 WarriOrb War Solution - Casual Math Game When Ski Lifts Go Wrong Wounded - The Beginning
X-Morph: Defense + European Assault, Survival of the Fittest, and Last Bastion DLC XPock
Yoku's Island Express Yesterday Origins
Z Runaway
GOG: Liberated Wanderlust Travel Stories
E3 Digital Ticket: EVE Online: Rifter Ship Skin EVE Online: Trial Key Gratuitous Space Battles Multiplayer Warframe Booster Pack
Desura: Humble Frozen Synapse Bundle Desura Humble Frozenbyte Bundle Desura Humble Indie Bundle #2 Desura Humble Indie Bundle #3 Desura
Origin: Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 - Uprising Populous
Possibly taken, might still be active (I will send first, in case they're taken) (Games below that are also listed above are extra keys): Beyond The Wire Star Wars Squadrons (Origin) Necromunda: Hired Gun Gamedec Siege Survival: Gloria Victis Rustler Farmer's Dynasty Between The Stars Midnight Protocol Banner of Ruin Red Solstice 2: Survivors Nebuchandnezzar Police Stories Atom RPG Trudograd
New (steam keys): Leviathan Dungeon of Elements Freeze the time Red points Ruthless Safari Starman in space Super Robolom The Last Hope Atomic Bomb - Crypto War Hidden Post-Apocalyptic 4 Top-Down 3D My Darkest Witch Myasoid Warhammer 40,000 Mechanicus Survivalist Caveblazers
[W]
TF2 Keys (open to offers on amount)
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https://old.reddit.com/IGSRep/comments/11bwk99/8bitbakas_igs_rep_page/
https://www.steamtrades.com/trade/Brz3x/steam-origin-gog-etc-key-trades-spirit-hunter-shadow-tactics-doom-unmetal-etc#eb5Ju3F
https://steamcommunity.com/id/8bitbaka/
https://barter.vg8c8a/t/
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Steam:
112 Operator 911 Operator 12 is Better Than 6
A City Sleeps Agatha Christie - The ABC Murders Amnesia: The Dark Descent; Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs (Bundle) A New Beginning - Final Cut A Virus Named TOM A Wizard's Lizard Arcade Paradise - Arcade Paradise EP Act of Aggression Adorables Amnesia: Rebirth Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy (x2) Anomaly 2 (x2) Auditorium Aviary Attorney Anomaly Defenders ARIDA: Backland's Awakening
Bad Hotel Ball of Wonder Banners of Ruin BARRIER X (x2) Beholder Bionic Commando Black Book Black Moon Chronicles Blacksad Black Moon Chronicles Blazing Chrome Blood Bowl: Legendary Edition Blue Fire Bomber Crew - Deluxe Edition (Game + Season Pass)
- Bomber Crew
- Bomber Crew Skin Pack
- Bomber Crew Secret Weapons DLC
- Bomber Crew Official Soundtrack
- Bomber Crew Season Pass
- Bomber Crew: USA AF
- Bomber Crew Skin Pack 2
- Bomber Crew Skin Pack 3 Book of Demons Bot World Broken Age Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons Bridge Constructor Bridge Constructor Medieval Bridge Constructor Stunts Bridge Constructor Trains - Expansion Pack DLC
Dark Jungle Darkstone (x2) Dear Esther: Landmark Edition DEPLOYMENT Deponia Disciples: Liberation Draw Slasher Drawful 2 Driftland: The Magic Revival DV: Rings of Saturn Duke of Alpha Centauri Dungeon Adventure DOOM II DOOM 64 DOOM (1993) DreadOut Doorways: Holy Mountains of Flesh Doorways: Prelude
EarthX Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes Encased ENDLESS™ Space 2 Escape from Naraka
Fallback: Uprising (X2) Figment Five Dates Fractal: Make Blooms Not War Fury Unleashed Field of Glory II
Golden Light Garfield Kart - Furious Racing (x2) GameGuru Classic Gem Deeps Gemini Rue Geometric Sniper Glittering sword Go Home Dinosaurs! Going Under Gotham City Impostors Free to Play: Professional Impostor Kit
Heavy Bullets Hellbound Hexologic HOARD Holy Potatoes! We’re in Space?! Hue (x2)
I am not a Monster: First Contact (x2) Infommi In Between (x2) Inner Call Intake Iron Danger
Jack Lumber Jessika Joe Danger 2: The Movie Journey of a Roach
KHOLAT Kingdom Defense
Leviathan: Warships Leisure Suit Larry 7 - Love for Sail (x2) LIMBO Lost Castle Lornsword Winter Chronicle (x2) Lust for Darkness Lust from Beyond: M Edition
Magicka: Wizard Wars E3 Robe Magicka + 2 DLC
- Magicka
- Magicka: Vietnam
- Magicka: Dungeons and Daemons
- Magicka: Caverns
- Magicka: Wizard Wars - Paradox Magicka Collection
- Magicka: Forum Registration Key
- paradox dummy app sub/32889 Majesty 2 Collection MegaRace 1 (x2) MegaRace 2 (x2) Metro 2033, Risen, and Sacred Citadel Möbius Front '83 Monument Builders - Alcatraz (x2) Monaco Moon Hunters Monster Slayers (x2) Mortadelo y Filemón: El sulfato atómico Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 Mr.Brocco & Co
Orcs Must Die! GOTY Orbital Racer Out of Reach: Treasure Royale
Painkiller: Hell & Damnation, ArcaniA, Darksiders II, and SpellForce 2: Faith in Destiny (Bundle) Particula Perfect (VR) Pathway Pawnbarian PAYDAY 2 (x2) PGA TOUR 2K21 Pixplode Popup Dungeon Port Royale 3 Gold
- Port Royale 3
- Port Royale 3 - Harbour Master
- Port Royale 3 - Dawn of Pirates
- Port Royale 3 - New Adventures Post Void Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic
Saviour of Humanity Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun - Aiko's Choice shapez shapez - Puzzle DLC Shelter 2 Shiba Army Shing! Slash It Slinger VR Solar 2 Soulblight Space Redemption Space Theory Splasher Splice STONE Starpoint Gemini Warlords Starpoint Gemini Warlords: Cycle of Warfare Starpoint Gemini Warlords - Deadly Dozen Starpoint Gemini Warlords: Endpoint Starpoint Gemini Warlords: Rise of Numibia Starpoint Gemini Warlords: Titans Return Starpoint Gemini Warlords - Upgrade to Digital Deluxe Starship Annihilator Stick Fight: The Game Still Life (x2) Sudden Strike 4 Sifu Deluxe Edition Upgrade Bundle (EPIC GAMES STORE) Super Golf 2018 Supraland Songbringer Surviving Mars System Shock: Enhanced Edition S.W.I.N.E. HD Remaster (x4) Steel Rats™ Safety First! Space Crew: Legendary Edition
Telefrag VR Tharsis The Amazing American Circus The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav The Doorbreaker The Innsmouth Case (x2) The Nightmare Cooperative The Shadowland The Showdown Effect The Trigger The Village The Walking Dead: Season Two The Whispered World Special Edition This War of Mine ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove Toki (x2) Toki Tori 2+ Tooth and Tail Tower of Fate Treasure Hunter Simulator Tropico 4 Collector's Bundle
- Tropico 4
- Tropico 4: Modern Times
- Tropico 4: Apocalypse
- Tropico 4: Propaganda
- Tropico 4: The Academy
- Tropico 4 DLC Junta
- Tropico 4: Megalopolis
- Tropico 4: Pirate Heaven
- Tropico 4 Plantador DLC
- Tropico 4 DLC Quick-Dry-Cement
- Tropico 4: Vigilante
- Tropico 4: Voodoo Tumblestone The Indie Mixtape
Viking Sisters V-Rally 4
Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide War of the Roses: Kingmaker Warlock - Master of the Arcane WARSAW We are alright West of Dead Where the Water Tastes Like Wine Wordle Wordle 2 Wordle 3 WarriOrb War Solution - Casual Math Game When Ski Lifts Go Wrong Wounded - The Beginning
X-Morph: Defense + European Assault, Survival of the Fittest, and Last Bastion DLC XPock
Yoku's Island Express Yesterday Origins
Z Runaway
GOG: Liberated Wanderlust Travel Stories
E3 Digital Ticket: EVE Online: Rifter Ship Skin EVE Online: Trial Key Gratuitous Space Battles Multiplayer Warframe Booster Pack
Desura: Humble Frozen Synapse Bundle Desura Humble Frozenbyte Bundle Desura Humble Indie Bundle #2 Desura Humble Indie Bundle #3 Desura
Origin: Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 - Uprising Populous
Possibly taken, might still be active (I will send first, in case they're taken) (Games below that are also listed above are extra keys): Beyond The Wire Star Wars Squadrons (Origin) Necromunda: Hired Gun Gamedec Siege Survival: Gloria Victis Rustler Farmer's Dynasty Between The Stars Midnight Protocol Banner of Ruin Red Solstice 2: Survivors Nebuchandnezzar Police Stories Atom RPG Trudograd
New (steam keys): Leviathan Dungeon of Elements Freeze the time Red points Ruthless Safari Starman in space Super Robolom The Last Hope Atomic Bomb - Crypto War Hidden Post-Apocalyptic 4 Top-Down 3D My Darkest Witch Myasoid Warhammer 40,000 Mechanicus Survivalist Caveblazers
[W]
TF2 Keys (open to offers on amount)
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https://old.reddit.com/IGSRep/comments/11bwk99/8bitbakas_igs_rep_page/
https://www.steamtrades.com/trade/Brz3x/steam-origin-gog-etc-key-trades-spirit-hunter-shadow-tactics-doom-unmetal-etc#eb5Ju3F
https://steamcommunity.com/id/8bitbaka/
https://barter.vg8c8a/t/
2023.03.21 14:34 Joseph_Michael8 I’m Disappointed that the Internet Has Convinced Myself That I’m Undatable
I (24 Male) was never the most confident individual growing up. From being bullied and in general, life I’ve always been really insecure about the way I look. As an Adult, I’ve taken steps to better myself. I go to the Gym regularly, eat healthily, have hobbies, and made great friends. I feel like I’m getting my life together and it’s on the up and up, however, when I’m browsing through social media it appears all I have are undesirable qualities.
1: I’m Short. I’ve always been the short kid/guy in every friend group. It doesn’t bother me too much; I play along sometimes and call myself a Hobbit. I have thick curly hair, and big feet, and LOVE food. I match the description. LOL. Unfortunately, standing at a whopping 5’6” I’m not tall enough to be “dateable.” (Even some of my IRL friends tell me that they would date a man under 5’8”)
2: I’m Bisexual. Ah yes, the attraction to Men and Women but can’t hook either one. I’ve only come out about 2 years ago and I’m grateful that everyone (well almost everyone) around me has been accepting and tolerant of my sexuality. Recently, I’ve come across some forums and even in person that my sexuality is untrustworthy, and I quote, “You’ll come out as Gay in 10 years.” Somehow this is a reason to stay clear of me.
3: I’m Sensitive and Vulnerable. I’ve always been a sensitive, empathetic type (even as a kid). I’ve always been in touch with my feelings and what is going on in my inner world. Recently I’ve been shamed for wearing my heart on my sleeve and not being a “more Manly, Stoic type” and being less sensitive. ie, crying during movies.
I’m disappointed in myself for letting people with Unattainable expectations affect my self-esteem so much. I know there is someone out there for me, that will love me for WHO I am not WHAT I am. I just needed to get this out and vent, I guess. Anyhow, to anyone reading this Thank you, and Have a Good Day.
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1: I’m Short. I’ve always been the short kid/guy in every friend group. It doesn’t bother me too much; I play along sometimes and call myself a Hobbit. I have thick curly hair, and big feet, and LOVE food. I match the description. LOL. Unfortunately, standing at a whopping 5’6” I’m not tall enough to be “dateable.” (Even some of my IRL friends tell me that they would date a man under 5’8”)
2: I’m Bisexual. Ah yes, the attraction to Men and Women but can’t hook either one. I’ve only come out about 2 years ago and I’m grateful that everyone (well almost everyone) around me has been accepting and tolerant of my sexuality. Recently, I’ve come across some forums and even in person that my sexuality is untrustworthy, and I quote, “You’ll come out as Gay in 10 years.” Somehow this is a reason to stay clear of me.
3: I’m Sensitive and Vulnerable. I’ve always been a sensitive, empathetic type (even as a kid). I’ve always been in touch with my feelings and what is going on in my inner world. Recently I’ve been shamed for wearing my heart on my sleeve and not being a “more Manly, Stoic type” and being less sensitive. ie, crying during movies.
I’m disappointed in myself for letting people with Unattainable expectations affect my self-esteem so much. I know there is someone out there for me, that will love me for WHO I am not WHAT I am. I just needed to get this out and vent, I guess. Anyhow, to anyone reading this Thank you, and Have a Good Day.
2023.03.21 14:12 Whitegoodnesss Taking Responsibility and Leading Yourself: How to Achieve Holistic Self-Improvement
Hello everyone,
As members of a holistic self-improvement community, we're constantly seeking ways to improve our lives and reach our full potential. One way we can do this is by learning from the qualities of good leaders and applying them to our own lives, even if we don't necessarily hold leadership positions.
At the core of effective leadership is the ability to take a superhuman level of responsibility for oneself and others. This means being accountable for one's actions, acknowledging and owning up to mistakes, and taking proactive steps to correct any errors or shortcomings.
Milan Kundera's "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" explores the philosophical concept of weighted versus weightless being. This concept highlights how some people feel a sense of heaviness and responsibility in their lives, while others feel light and free from significant obligations.
In the context of leadership, a good leader takes on the weight of responsibility for their team or organization, inspiring trust, respect, and loyalty. However, even if we aren't leaders in the traditional sense, we can still take responsibility for our personal goals and actions.
We may not be directly responsible for everything that happens in our lives, but we are responsible for how we react, think, and feel about everything in life. Taking ownership of our thoughts and emotions empowers us to cultivate positive and empowering ways of thinking, find solutions to problems, and develop a greater sense of resilience in the face of challenges.
In essence, taking responsibility is key to achieving holistic self-improvement. We can start by taking responsibility for our physical and mental health, our relationships, and our personal growth. We can also cultivate a sense of inner peace and stability by taking ownership of our thoughts and emotions.
In conclusion, learning from the qualities of good leaders can help us better ourselves and lead our own lives. By taking responsibility for ourselves and leading ourselves, we can achieve a sense of purpose, satisfaction, and fulfillment in our lives. Remember, the power to change our lives lies within us.
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As members of a holistic self-improvement community, we're constantly seeking ways to improve our lives and reach our full potential. One way we can do this is by learning from the qualities of good leaders and applying them to our own lives, even if we don't necessarily hold leadership positions.
At the core of effective leadership is the ability to take a superhuman level of responsibility for oneself and others. This means being accountable for one's actions, acknowledging and owning up to mistakes, and taking proactive steps to correct any errors or shortcomings.
Milan Kundera's "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" explores the philosophical concept of weighted versus weightless being. This concept highlights how some people feel a sense of heaviness and responsibility in their lives, while others feel light and free from significant obligations.
In the context of leadership, a good leader takes on the weight of responsibility for their team or organization, inspiring trust, respect, and loyalty. However, even if we aren't leaders in the traditional sense, we can still take responsibility for our personal goals and actions.
We may not be directly responsible for everything that happens in our lives, but we are responsible for how we react, think, and feel about everything in life. Taking ownership of our thoughts and emotions empowers us to cultivate positive and empowering ways of thinking, find solutions to problems, and develop a greater sense of resilience in the face of challenges.
In essence, taking responsibility is key to achieving holistic self-improvement. We can start by taking responsibility for our physical and mental health, our relationships, and our personal growth. We can also cultivate a sense of inner peace and stability by taking ownership of our thoughts and emotions.
In conclusion, learning from the qualities of good leaders can help us better ourselves and lead our own lives. By taking responsibility for ourselves and leading ourselves, we can achieve a sense of purpose, satisfaction, and fulfillment in our lives. Remember, the power to change our lives lies within us.
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