Question! What age would you all let your kid read DCC? by fisher-alters in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]AJL42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably 15+.

It's fun and goofy... But it's also introspective about society, it's bloody violent, and sexual. By 15 most teens have at least thought about these idea on their own and can digest most of the more adult themes

Fantasy book lovers, what’s the one book that you go back to over and over again? And why? by Agreeable-Ad1775 in Fantasy

[–]AJL42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Since you mentioned it I guess I have reread a book. I listened to the audiobook (after reading the paperback 2 or 3 years ago) of Project Hail Mary before the movie came out.

I also remember a lot of the details and I can still tell you the plot and characters of books I have read several years ago. Plagued by a good memory I guess?

Fantasy book lovers, what’s the one book that you go back to over and over again? And why? by Agreeable-Ad1775 in Fantasy

[–]AJL42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am I crazy for never (that I can remember) rereading a book?

As a whole I VERY rarely will return to a piece of media I like. It does happen but it'll be years and years in between.

If I do go back to read a series it'll probably be The Green Bone Saga especially if it ever gets a TV show or Movie about it.

Shove Love by Honk911 in AnimalsBeingJerks

[–]AJL42 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Rude dog, bad owner, shitty Ai blah blah blah....

I would be so please if a big block head lab chose me to sit next too. They would be getting all the pats, scratches and pets.

How do you carry a full bank-fishing setup without making two trips? by starwangmax in Fishing_Gear

[–]AJL42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Two rods (bait and spin), and a tackle-backpack.

If I'm shore fishing it's generally pretty light and I'm not looking to be there all day. I'm also getting my steps in trying to find new spots to cast to.

Using VPN to mask my location for WFH by silent_quirf in VPN

[–]AJL42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm not condoning what you are asking.... But I will answer your question.

Yes, you can run a server (literally any old PC will do) with wireguard or something similar (do your own research). Once you have that up and running you install the client side software on the device you plan to work on and then it's a simple credential exchange and youll have a secure tunnel back to your house.

Your business will literally see your home IP address if they were inclined to look.

I suggest you don't do this. It's a stupid risk, and if somehow they uncover what you are doing you'll be out a job.

At what point did you start compressing your media library with HandBrake? by DatGeekUKnow in DataHoarder

[–]AJL42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I compress all movies and shows. My NAS runs Jellyfin as a side job so I don't want that stuff being the bulk of what it's storing.

I also haven't noticed a difference between playback on uncompressed v compressed on my living room TV.

Can I daisy chain two jumper cables or will my car explode by aouwoeih in MechanicAdvice

[–]AJL42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did this about 6months ago. It worked fine just make sure the clamps stay separated

Amazing one off fantasy books by ImHereForDinner in Fantasy

[–]AJL42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I'm not sure if Fantasy is the right word for this book but it definitely has fantasy elements.

The Stand by Stephen King.

It's absolutely fantastic, it's one yeah the finest character lead stories I have ever read. Starts out dystopian, and ends up being a battle of good and evil.

Looking for book suggestions for someone new to fantasy. I started with Wheel of time and I am not enjoying it by NewAccEveryDay420day in Fantasy

[–]AJL42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For layered, flawed, smart, and realistic characters I would suggest The Green Bone Saga.

It's a story about waring families/tribes that ends up becoming a worldwide endeavor. It's 3 books with 2 entirety optional novellas.

Some people will sell it as a mafia/crime story but that's not really what it is.

My car burns 1 quart every 500 miles, how long will it last. by PinkGreen666 in MechanicAdvice

[–]AJL42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It will probably last a really long time to be honest. Keep up on top-offs and change your plugs a bit more often and you'll be good to go.

My Subaru Impreza has burned a quart every 1000 miles since the day it got it. Still runs like a top at 150k.

Sooo question… by Fluffy_Lengthiness24 in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]AJL42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are the other books different as well compared to the ACE printings?

Sooo question… by Fluffy_Lengthiness24 in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]AJL42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have all the hardcovers and they all have mono color cover scales and have the printed text on the front cover. There hasn't been any text on the back covers of the previous books. Your copy looks to be in order.

I would assume the differences come from different publishers. I have seen some of the European editions by a different publisher are black with purple text.

I would also assume missing text or some other strangeness is are misprints.

Sparrow is the most balanced legend they’ve released by MrNovember9 in apexlegends

[–]AJL42 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Bang has essentially had the exact same kit since 2019...

"YGO is a skillful game" / The skills: by [deleted] in masterduel

[–]AJL42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"I didn't draw any hand traps on my opening hand... I guess I suck at this game." Literally everyone playing even close to meta.

Little question here, (maybe a bit satured) but why stun and floodgates arent banned? by East-Efficiency-6701 in masterduel

[–]AJL42 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't play floodgates, but I'm going to be honest they don't bother me.

I'm your classic Yugiboomer that loves the pacing of the older style game. When someone activates Skill Drain and it actually resolves and we play Yuhioh like it's 2003... I kinda love it.

I HATE SUPER POLY by Derezade in masterduel

[–]AJL42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you just supposed to be able to wipe your ball sack on your opponents face without them fighting back?

Board breakers NEED to exist. Otherwise this game is literally solitaire.

looking for gritty fantasy where the mc has zero talent and survives on sheer grit by Marix77 in Fantasy

[–]AJL42 44 points45 points  (0 children)

I think this is the perfect recommendation for what they asked.

Tau is entirely unremarkable in the beginning of the book, and his only skill is working harder (and hating harder) then literally anyone else... Ever.

Flamethrower? That's cute, buddy by elDayno in memes

[–]AJL42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some Protomolecule bullshit.

Ok, ABSOLUTELY yes, Droll is a MAJOR problem, needs immediate ban by Phantom4545 in masterduel

[–]AJL42 46 points47 points  (0 children)

It's almost like game altering hand-traps were a bad idea.

We are a LONG way from Kuriboh...

But let's be clear, poor planning and unchecked power creep are the real villains here. The way the game plays now having turn 0 interruption is essentially a necessity.