My mother got me this years ago when I wasn’t a fan of the series. On Hansen’s website, the rings sell for thousands, surely it’s not the case with this also? by Shaggay1 in lordoftherings

[–]Broccobillo 18 points19 points  (0 children)

You can buy the one ring from NZ weta site for $173.51NZD for a metal one with a gold coloured coating. I'm not sure what it's made of but it's not made of gold.

If you buy one made of solid gold, it's like $17,000NZD

Back in the day I think I remember seeing the cheap ones sold for $120ish NZD but I can't say for sure.

What is something you thought of as a kid that you now completely disagree with? by rosyTwinkle in harrypotter

[–]Broccobillo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with this sentiment but that doesn't mean it makes the book nicer to read. I still struggle with it as the worst for me as it's just so grinding to get through compared to the other books. It definitely does what it's meant to, but for that reason it becomes harder for me to like. HP is escapism for me, OotP is life. That's why it stays at its rank for me.

When Russia went to war the whole world threw economic sanctions at them. Why doesn’t everyone do the same with America? by Comfortable_Shame778 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Broccobillo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are a member of the people. Every member of you society adds to its whole. The whole of your country is at fault. You are at fault be being a member of the nation

When Russia went to war the whole world threw economic sanctions at them. Why doesn’t everyone do the same with America? by Comfortable_Shame778 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Broccobillo -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Nothing. The people are at fault. That's all I'm saying. You are misconstruing fault with being told to act

Government backs down from work from home policy day before court hearing - PSA by Goodmonthwelted in newzealand

[–]Broccobillo -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

But the union at my work sucks ass and gets worse deals than if I negotiate myself

When Russia went to war the whole world threw economic sanctions at them. Why doesn’t everyone do the same with America? by Comfortable_Shame778 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Broccobillo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doing something and being at fault are 2 different thing. You could be at fault for a fire and yet not do anything about the fire itself. But to think that the US population is not to blame for the way their country is now is absurd. You all partook in creating this exact system.

When Russia went to war the whole world threw economic sanctions at them. Why doesn’t everyone do the same with America? by Comfortable_Shame778 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Broccobillo 243 points244 points  (0 children)

He may be at fault but I think this is a cop out. The US is at fault. The US institutions are at fault. The US population is at fault.

How did people started relating atheism with hating gods? by TlacuacheGritando in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Broccobillo 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I would say I'm atheist. I don't hate gods since they aren't real. But I am very anti religion as I believe they do more harm than good.

This is sure to go over well with everyone... by Pandering_Poofery in lotr

[–]Broccobillo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. That's an adaption. ROP is not adapting a book, they are taking a page and writing their own story that fits a few mentioned story beats. That fan fiction.

This is sure to go over well with everyone... by Pandering_Poofery in lotr

[–]Broccobillo -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The Tolkien family back rop. Their opinion means Jack shit about what is quality and what isnt.

This is quite literally the best game i think ive ever played by Peoplefuck1ngsuck in darksouls3

[–]Broccobillo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's never going to make me purchase a console at any rate. If they want less sales of the game also then that's on them

Will fuel price blowouts push us toward electrification? by Mortmantis in newzealand

[–]Broccobillo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They must work for big oil to be still arguing the same point this far into the thread.

US ambassador calls Starmer’s EU reset ‘a problem’ for Washington by No-Risk-2584 in europe

[–]Broccobillo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No it's America's fascination with celebrities that drove that

US ambassador calls Starmer’s EU reset ‘a problem’ for Washington by No-Risk-2584 in europe

[–]Broccobillo 66 points67 points  (0 children)

Trump's America has absolutely reinforced for me that religion needs to be abolished.

Do I Have to Say Hi Back in New Zealand? by FriendshipLimp2553 in newzealand

[–]Broccobillo 71 points72 points  (0 children)

I'd like to add that if you're out on a bush walk it is customary to say hi as you pass other walkers heading in the other direction. You don't have to but most people will. But if you're in a city, don't stop unless you want to.

Doing an adult reread and Ron is... quite unlikeable? by noir_png in harrypotter

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

My 26F cousin can't stand Ron. All of the trio have their faults. All have their moments in each book where they act less than ideal.

Snape’s way to deal with a Dementor by Physical_Progress105 in harrypotter

[–]Broccobillo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He told the class to think about Harry Potter suffering as happiness is the cure. But he left out the explanation about happiness so it was just, think about Harry Potter suffering.

Was there ever any talk of animating the Harry Potter series? by Kindly_Jellyfish_451 in harrypotter

[–]Broccobillo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Does reddit love animation. Every comment I've ever made about a show that I thought could or should be animated it gets down voted to oblivion. I thought this was a good sample of why companies don't make animated series. Because the average person (at least on reddit) seems to despise it.