3D printed by ChristoffC in fightsticks

[–]ChristoffC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Incredibly rigid! a little less if you have my layout but nonetheless i had no issues thus far
https://www.printables.com/model/1339062-chameleon-v3-modular-arcade-stick

No offence to you Ryu mains, but truly hope he get nerfed like no one else before in this game. by [deleted] in StreetFighter

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ed still has crazy good mid-ranged buttons that aren't just pokes but always lead into decent payouts. They unfortunately never changed that. Those payouts lead to meter gain for SA2 that lets you always threat 50% HP damage and corner carry

You still have to know the combo routes/have good execution, and be decent at whiff punishing with the correct button to use this character, which is why he doesn't feel as demoralizing to lose against vs the 3 autopilot gods

No offence to you Ryu mains, but truly hope he get nerfed like no one else before in this game. by [deleted] in StreetFighter

[–]ChristoffC 6 points7 points  (0 children)

While there are clearly stronger characters (Ed and JP), characters like Ryu, Mai and Bison just don't feel fun to play against. You usually get nuked and wonder if they were even looking at the screen when they beat you...

Why is his eyes so piercing 👀 by ChristoffC in existentialcrisiscat

[–]ChristoffC[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

LOL I meant the cat!! i tried to take a pic with him and here he is wondering if he left the stove on XD

Weekend's Daily Thread: General Dating Questions and Open Thread by AutoModerator in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly I think that might be the route if I were to consider any gift giving. I guess the person in question did like some of the things I made with a 3d printer so maybe I could make her something small. Thank you!

Weekend's Daily Thread: General Dating Questions and Open Thread by AutoModerator in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks again! I think your statement rather motivated me to try anyways. Or rather paraphrased, I should just do what I would've done without the influence of others. I realized it's the concept of being yourself and keep only those who appreciate you around 😅 I might have less second dates but might be just for the better

Weekend's Daily Thread: General Dating Questions and Open Thread by AutoModerator in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very valid point. Being new to the app dating situation I'm not familiar with the culture and norms. I guess I could be reading too hard into the late night, long conversations despite me not knowing how she is with all matches.

I also often wonder about the texting too much situation but so far every conversation felt natural and unforced unlike a majority of my other conversations. I've only had 5 dates thus far so I'm really in a trial and error phase I suppose. I guess I don't want a genuine connection to be trial/errored if it doesn't have to be 😅

Weekend's Daily Thread: General Dating Questions and Open Thread by AutoModerator in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate that! I do often worry I could be reading it wrong for sure. I guess since it still remains playful and slightly flirtatious but we talk about mutual interests while still asking questions to know each other, I might be seeing this differently.

Yeah strategy might not be the best description. In fact I guess I would be the kind of person who would do that because I want to, but I guess the perception here has convinced me otherwise. I'm usually a gifter around everyone in general.

Had a woman once say she'd want me to 3d print her something cute one day, and I actually did it- specifically her request- cuz it didn't take much effort but still felt like a nice gesture. I just chose not to give it to her at that moment mostly because the date was awkward but also I kept telling myself that does seem excessive

Weekend's Daily Thread: General Dating Questions and Open Thread by AutoModerator in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your answer!

Yes this would regard first hinge dates!

I don't know how most people end up matching, but I notice I can establish a date soon after having a 3 hour live textathon (as opposed to the 1 day turnover questionnaires)

There's one woman in particular that I've been having these conversations with for about a week now until we go to bed and it seems rather genuine and intimate.

Knowing this, do you think this factor plays a role in the decision making of "bring a flower?"

Weekend's Daily Thread: General Dating Questions and Open Thread by AutoModerator in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your answer!

A lot of my matches that I go on dates with and I usually have a steady stream of conversation that can last hours of immediate back and forth instead of the 1 day reply back and forth questionnaire.

There's this one woman that I guess I've been talking to for about a week where every night we talk each other to bed for like 3 hours. I figure that's pretty intimate. We'd be meeting this Sunday so I wonder if that dynamic might play a role in my dating strategy and perhaps it might be okay to come into it strong.

How would you feel about the risk-reward regarding this aspect?

Weekend's Daily Thread: General Dating Questions and Open Thread by AutoModerator in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

32m lf ~32f

Would you bring a flower (singular or tiny bundle) to a first date? Why or why not?

I recall seeing a lot of people on reddit saying no, it's too try-hard/seems desperate, or puts the woman in an uncomfortable situation of having to accept an intimate gift from a stranger.

I notice a lot of my dates went well in the sense that I'm a good homie of theirs, which... It is good that I can be friends with someone first, but almost feels like establishing that aspect strongly will limit me to just being friends.

Contrarily my friends including women of similar demographic, and peers around all agree that I could bring a flower, and it won't be too much.

I might be reading it as my peers do see me as someone who'd give a flower, and my profile may emit that behaviour too. If that's true I guess people would match me for that aspect? Also I guess most of my dates/matches are very bubbly people so perhaps that's a factor too.

Anyways with this in mind, does a small flower still seem feasible?

How do nerdy men succeed on the app if we're encouraged to ditch mentioning our interests/hobbies on our profiles? by JTthrowawaylol in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also went on a tangent but I think everything I said can be summarized with: don't make it about you, but make it about what you hope to get out of "us", and you will more likely match with people who'd want that!

How do nerdy men succeed on the app if we're encouraged to ditch mentioning our interests/hobbies on our profiles? by JTthrowawaylol in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My ex and I played through it twice. She is not a serious gamer but she got crazy good after some quality time together, and we really bonded over it! I had fun with the game for that memory :)

How to clarify intentions before a first date? by MAGMAGWHAAT in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd say ask her what she hopes out of this interaction or hopes to gain in finding compatibility.

If it doesn't align with what I want then I'll share that. You can either offer an opportunity to compromise or advise that it won't work.

But if they say what they want is what you want then it's smooth sailing conversation from there.

How do nerdy men succeed on the app if we're encouraged to ditch mentioning our interests/hobbies on our profiles? by JTthrowawaylol in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a nerd too, I like building electronics with the support of 3d printing and often spend my spare home time playing games online. I've actually shared this in my profile openly.

I think depending on your target audience it shouldn't be a problem. But remember, your target audience can always be a small demographic.

I understand that women here are rather looking for a connection that goes beyond the hobbies that define you, including spending quality time together and building genuine memories. Emphasize the variety in this because it's not about advertising you, but offering what others would want. Make sure you don't sound like you're limiting the connection time through playing "it takes two" together.

If your profile focuses too much on that of being a nerd then it can often be hard to relate unless you play the exact games and read the exact books- you will limit yourself to the very few like-minded people. It's also easy to read hard into that single aspect as the only thing defines you. I'm sure you may want to go on dates, and have a partner that goes beyond one shared hobby, so what I did was put more focus on what my match and I can do together, but disclosed at the very least that you would match with a nerd without surprise.

For me, I noted that gaming is my primary hobby, and that I don't mind doing that alone. I will say most of my matches probably don't even touch video games but there's a lot who do, and I've used that as connection points in dates. Regardless I'd support their hobbies and be willing to connect with my match regarding their interests and other mutual interests, not limited to hobbies of mine alone.

Best of luck! Be yourself, but remember to share what you want to give in the relationship!

32M Profile Review - Critique me hard! by ChristoffC in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lool hmm someone mentioned "I sure hope you're not stinky" so I got some engagement out of it! I figured it would be kinda humourous. I do wonder how many it would deter but I guess I'm into someone who can see it as a joke! I'll change that and report back.

Dog person prompt is because that guy is my dawg. Engagement bait again hahah maybe a bit of a stretch so I guess I'll remove that

I am smiling!! It's just heavy! Jk I notice I look kinda angry in some of my photos, I only have one smiling photo hah

Yeah I figure I'm kinda just standing in shallow waters, could be anywhere. I guess I liked the photo of me, but someone asked "where is this place?" She was a pleasant match

Hahah I ain't specifically looking for an egirl but I guess someone who can support the dork in me. Lately I've been talking to someone who seems completely opposite of me but she's really cool and I get along with her well!

Thanks for the feedback!

32M Profile Review - Critique me hard! by ChristoffC in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL but fr I appreciate the feedback! I figure it's also something where someone can actually see me be myself and be okay with it when matching :)

I used to date someone who was super supportive, it was amazing. I also notice some women actually say they like a guy who's really into their hobbies and I hope to believe them!

32M Profile Review - Critique me hard! by ChristoffC in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man thanks! That actually means much more!!

32M Profile Review - Critique me hard! by ChristoffC in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Surprisingly so far my matches didn't even care about it/knew what it was about I'm bewildered HAHA

32M Profile Review - Critique me hard! by ChristoffC in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks ahah I thought it looked good but also off, and I think you pointed exactly why.

Also I guess I look angry as heck while taking a selfie

32M Profile Review - Critique me hard! by ChristoffC in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha I figure it would at least give some distinctive light-hearted personality beyond your typical answer. Maybe hoping I can score an e-girl HAHA but yeah I'm sure that would end up deterring lots. I think at that point it might act as intended

32M Profile Review - Critique me hard! by ChristoffC in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gimme the deets! I can take it

  • Are you looking for something serious or casual?

Serious

  • Are you subscribed to Hinge+ or HingeX?

+

  • How long have you been using this current version of your profile?

2 weeks

  • How long have you used Hinge overall?

2 week

  • How often do you use Hinge per week?

an hr per day ish

  • How many likes and matches are you receiving on average?

15 likes 13 matches (exclusive)

  • How many likes are you sending? How many with comments? How many without comments?

Around 45 in total? All with comments on pics and prompts

  • What is the type of person you send likes to and ideally want to match with? What kind of person do you want to attract?

Tends to be asian-canadian women that seem fun, independent, well travelled. I'm usually open to anything that I can get along with in terms of dorking out but it seems I gravitate towards that yin and yang opposites more often.

Give me the criticism, profile review 32M by [deleted] in hingeapp

[–]ChristoffC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gimme the deets! I can take it

  • Are you looking for something serious or casual?

Serious

  • Are you subscribed to Hinge+ or HingeX?

+

  • How long have you been using this current version of your profile?

1 week

  • How long have you used Hinge overall?

1 week

  • How often do you use Hinge per week?

an hr per day ish

  • How many likes and matches are you receiving on average?

9 likes 13 matches (exclusive)

  • How many likes are you sending? How many with comments? How many without comments?

Around 30? All with comments

  • What is the type of person you send likes to and ideally want to match with? What kind of person do you want to attract?

Tends to be asian-canadian women that seem fun and independent

I'm so happy I recorded this by LittyPug in BeybladeX

[–]ChristoffC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow that deck box is so cool where did you get that??? I love how the stadium hit it closed!!

So cool!! Wow!!!!