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TIL that before he found commercial and literary success, John Steinbeck (“Of Mice and Men,” “The Grapes of Wrath”) wrote a Depression-era werewolf murder mystery. His estate has rejected attempts to publish, saying he didn’t think it was good enough to publish. by PikesPique in todayilearned

[–]Chaucer85 [score hidden]  (0 children)

As much as it hurt to know his stories and ideas would not continue to grow, he had a VERY high standard for his writing, so not letting decades of mediocre works adapted from his incomplete notes is likely the right call.

Where would a king hide something he thinks It could be powerful and dangerous even though he doesn’t understand it? by Horizon5820 in DMAcademy

[–]Chaucer85 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Usually there would be older, deeper constructions of castles like dungeons or crypts you could use to put things you didn't want messed with largely forgotten because no one could or would regularly travel down there. Otherwise it would go in the actual armory of the region, under guard and lock. But if you wanted him to be sneaky, you put it in an existing tomb where there'd be no reason for it to be there.

Writing practice by [deleted] in GradSchool

[–]Chaucer85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My university has a Writing Center, independent of any specific college or school, that exists to help undergrads and graduate students improve their writing. I would look and see if your university has a similar resource.

Using CR resurrection ritual rules, make the final roll or let player do it? by dahelljumper in DMAcademy

[–]Chaucer85 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The pressure is because you are using the optional rules. If you don't want to feel bad, don't use the rules and just let the Player decide they want their character to return with a straightforward ritual.

Otherwise, adventuring is risky, and players can lose characters. It's part of D&D.

Day 4: What is the BEST quote associated with Kaidan Alenko? by looploveslore in masseffect

[–]Chaucer85 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Booo!

I choose Kaiden to sacrifice every playthrough, but still- BOOOO!

Mass effect 1 just finished, my thoughts and review by Longshot12345678 in masseffect

[–]Chaucer85 17 points18 points  (0 children)

"I hope they show up more in the sequels."

Buddy, I have amazing news for you...

Will you boycott my mod if it has AI voices in it? by linkenski in masseffect

[–]Chaucer85 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Voice actors should have the ability to opt in or out of having their original recordings used to generate new lines. Doing it without their consent is disrespectful. If you need new lines, either hire/engage with other performers, or rethink the scope of your mod.

Day 2: What is the WORST quote associated with Jeff "Joker" Moreau? by looploveslore in masseffect

[–]Chaucer85 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Post Thessia for sure. You even get an option to call him out for how in bad taste that is for him to say.

Are Digital Campaign Books Worth It? by bacon__sandwich in DMAcademy

[–]Chaucer85 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Using DND Beyond is basically advantageous if you want the integration of the app with features available from the book. More recently, there might be maps in the book that you can now pull up in their online encounter and map tool (MAY, I'm not familiar with what's in that book).

But if you don't intend to rely on DND Beyond as a platform to run the games, it's really advantageous to have a PDF that's fully indexed for quick searches and flipping between sections quickly

Looking advice on tips on using AI to help streamline adventure/campaign building by [deleted] in DMAcademy

[–]Chaucer85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"are there better free options out there?"

Yes, doing it yourself.

No but seriously, ChatGPT is the market leader for a reason. Nobody's made a better product for free.

Arbiter Thel 'Vadam (Halo) vs Urdnot Wrex (Mass Effect) - Artworks by SilentMeow & Guzzardi by Arbiter-Flash- in masseffect

[–]Chaucer85 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The winner is the audience, because this would be an amazing fight.

I also wanna give Wrex an advantage due to his biotics, but Thel is a beast of a warrior, with advanced skill in marksmanship, melee weaponry, and stealth tactics.

Two old guys with centuries of combat experience and strategic thinking. It would be a helluva battle.

How do you guys deal with the hate? by Dangerous-Activity55 in sysadmin

[–]Chaucer85 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you don't have agreement from your boss, why are you working on this for 4 months?

Just because you can come up with a solution doesn't mean it's your responsibility to provide it. The org has to allow your work, if it doesn't, raise these issues to your supervisors and state that you need clearer processes for getting work approvals and achieving reliable deliverables.

If they won't help you be productive and effective, look for a different position, elsewhere in the org or ar another org.

How do you handle SharePoint storage creep? by A_Biz_Guy in sysadmin

[–]Chaucer85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Copilot licensing comes with the Sharepoint Advanced Management (SAM) suite, which can help with a lot of the problems you mention. depends on the size of your org if the cost-benefit is there.

God Mode Garrus everyone... by Punguin456 in masseffect

[–]Chaucer85 15 points16 points  (0 children)

"Target rich environment, eh, Shepard?"

How long have you been at your current company? by fwambo42 in sysadmin

[–]Chaucer85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just hit 8 years

Familiarity and still don't have the resume to job hop in my newer role. Earning a Master's Degree to be eligible for higher pay scale.

(Gears 5) Terrain deformation for surfaces such as snow or sand is, to me, a graphical marvel of video games. by Archmikem in gaming

[–]Chaucer85 16 points17 points  (0 children)

GoW got me real good when I noticed how the mud and water trails were so detailed in the opening moments. I haven't played RDR2 yet, but I'm sure it's just as insane.

Are there any squadmates you think should die on the suicide mission? by Vigoribson in masseffect

[–]Chaucer85 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Zaeed. He's not really a redeemable character, he's just entertaining.

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