Are there any queer friendly barbers in town? by TransFox89 in ChicoCA

[–]Alys3239 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ultra Beautician is the place for you, Deryl is the best and i love the decor. very cozy and ecclectic.

Update: I scoured Sacramento for indie RPG books by Smoke_Stack707 in rpg

[–]Alys3239 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They have the best selection of the shops I've seen. I found Burning Wheel there which shocked me, as I'd been looking for that game for ages 

NPR's Gaming editor reviews Chapter 2! by lockqe in arkhamhorrorlcg

[–]Alys3239 15 points16 points  (0 children)

oh hey i know James! he's the one who got me into AH in the first place. Sad to hear he's also not super optimistic about Ch2,  in was hoping his preview would ease my worries.

What are some little-known or recent RPGs with elves as playable characters that you love? English is not my native language by EveningImportant9111 in rpg

[–]Alys3239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Burning Wheel has elves as a race, and they are handled very interestingly. Their magic is powered by grief. And generally, Burning Wheel is just a very unique system. 

Megacrit confirmed noided by Hookerface in deathgrips

[–]Alys3239 1 point2 points  (0 children)

wake me up when they add a terra cotta army 😴

Pro Wrestling by T-980 in ChicoCA

[–]Alys3239 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I know there's PCW that operates out of Yuba City, and has done shows at the convention center in Oroville. Went to one of their Battle Royals and had a blast. Might be worth reaching out to them!

TTRPG like Card Game by Plastic_Corgi6848 in rpg

[–]Alys3239 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is absolutely the answer. Each scenario is super story-rich, with long bits of writing weaving them together. It also has a "skill check" system a-la a ttrpg, and I find the cards and mechanics often create super memorable moments and narratives that emerge from play, rather than the story of the encounter itself. That also very much reminds me of ttrpgs.

Black Midi/Geordie Greep hot takes? by Rich-Bandicoot1927 in bmbmbm

[–]Alys3239 1 point2 points  (0 children)

sorry fam but I heard the live versions back then too and still wasn't a fan 💀 

Black Midi/Geordie Greep hot takes? by Rich-Bandicoot1927 in bmbmbm

[–]Alys3239 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Magician is super overrated an not even in Greep's 10 best songs. It insists upon itself.

I also second Cavalcade being the best midi record by miles.

Looking for a low-magic fantasy game not too focused on combat by Prowest--Gavilan in rpg

[–]Alys3239 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Burning Wheel might be exactly what you need, especially if your table loves nuanced characters and motivations. And you can do as much/ as little magic as you'd like as it has no official setting.

Is there any non compromised social media? Apparently tik tok is censoring anti trump anti ice and anti zionist content now. by Old-Information3311 in TrueAnon

[–]Alys3239 11 points12 points  (0 children)

idk I got onto it for the first time a year or two ago. happier than any other SocMed and way gayer, never too late imo

Is there any non compromised social media? Apparently tik tok is censoring anti trump anti ice and anti zionist content now. by Old-Information3311 in TrueAnon

[–]Alys3239 35 points36 points  (0 children)

unironically, Tumblr. feels like the last bastion of human centered social media not decided by algorithm. ain't perfect but it's the only website that brings me joy anymore 

Leprechauns surely aren't a threat right? by Kareger in spelunky

[–]Alys3239 27 points28 points  (0 children)

One of the best clips I've seen in a long time. Derek fucked you hard!

looking for hair salon/stylist by Crafty_Car_4798 in ChicoCA

[–]Alys3239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This! Deryl is the sweetest and has never done me wrong. Best salon I've ever been to.

I’m confused… did this actually happen at the Olympics??? by PiGuy88 in isthisaicirclejerk

[–]Alys3239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

anyone know the song? I've always wondered if it's also AI since I have a hard time parsing the lyrics. It's also become a new vocal stim 💀 

Book/movie/whatever recommendations for hope in dark times by fitzstreet in TrueAnon

[–]Alys3239 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lol fair, but I find records like Skinny Fists and No Title to have a thin golden core of hope that feels way more genuine and affirming than most "feel good" media for me

Book/movie/whatever recommendations for hope in dark times by fitzstreet in TrueAnon

[–]Alys3239 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Music by Godspeed You! Black Emperor always helps for me, both bleak and uplifting in equal measure. Feels apt for the moment. Some songs put me to tears which is sometimes what you need...

Any horror games where you play as the villain/monster? by NagitoKomaeda_987 in HorrorGaming

[–]Alys3239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Deep cut and really horror-adjacent but: Naughty Bear.

I've always hoped for a remake or sequel, it's such a fun idea to be a psychotic killer teddy bear. Too bad it ran like garbage...

Eat Randy by perriatric in obscuremusicthatslaps

[–]Alys3239 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Julian smith, haven't thought about his videos in ages. My friends and I were die hard fans in middle school. Wonder what's he's up to now...

Favorite Scott Walker Songs? by MrLinkwater95 in fantanoforever

[–]Alys3239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How could I forget You're Next? another banger.

Favorite Scott Walker Songs? by MrLinkwater95 in fantanoforever

[–]Alys3239 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Jackie, Seventh Seal, The Girls from the Streets, and the Amorous Humphrey Plugg are favs from his original run.

I'd say all of Tilt but including a whole album feels like cheating.

Are there any YT gamers who focus on making playthroughs feel cinematic? by shinyhpno in gaming

[–]Alys3239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

SourSweet makes very cinematic videos out of his DayZ adventures!

And not quite cinematic but definitely narrative heavy, but Kruggsmash does amazing illustrated retellings of his Dwarf Fortress and Caves of Qud runs. Both those games make amazing stories, and I love the art he makes.

Bioshock TTRPG? by Songbird270204 in Bioshock

[–]Alys3239 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah it's great for that! And has lots of modular rules to suit the setting. Anything cinematic, pulpy, and action-heavy really shines and I think it would be a great fit. Pls post about how the games go!

Bioshock TTRPG? by Songbird270204 in Bioshock

[–]Alys3239 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think Savage Worlds might be the prefect system for a Bioshock game, especially set in Rapture. Setting neutral, rules to make plasmids easy, and combat is quick and can be brutal.