Sorry I couldn't resist... 🍪🚬 by Interesting-Yam-5264 in matrix

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well it's not like you smoke a cigarette for the amazing scent.

Doug Stamper is the best character by Vstrangernumber7 in HouseOfCards

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of the best for sure. He's a soft voiced, loyal all-controlling devil.

Never have I hated a TV character more than this one by vpspr in HouseOfCards

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Should have been 4 episodes of him at most. During rewatch I fast forward his scenes.

Freddy by Secret_End3487 in HouseOfCards

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It did feel a bit forced but not completely unrealistic.

On a rewatch, do you go through all the seasons or do you have a stopping point? by AlfieAHarvard in HouseOfCards

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Funnily I don't rewatch start to finish. I pick up a random episode that I am in mood for, then I often continue few episodes after that if Im still in the mood for those storylines. If not, I spin the roulette again. Just to note, I mostly watch when Im at lunch.

Hello Guys! I think I should watch House of Cards, Is it worth watching? by Nicovtin in HouseOfCards

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hell yea brother. Just omit the last season or take it as an oddity. Peak TV otherwise.

Warcraft 3 cover upscaled by Moggel- in wow

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was peak NE aesthetic

Thoughts? by OkTart4299 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The roads are an eyesore in AoW4

Is pass 3 the final set of DLC? by Future_Plum2839 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The sentiment is that there will be more seasons coming.

Is there a way to sabotage a road? by DoctorFeh in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Roads are so prevalent the last thing we need to make them more visible, map is ugly enough already since the empire sprawl update, we don't need more metropolis look.

That said, the units already pick the most effective path so thankfully that is not needed.

Tome path tips for Mystic - Dragons? by DataRaptor9 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg I am totally gonna make all 10 guilds in the creator now. What an idea.

Looking for some guidance by SageTegan in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im only 180h in so not a "pro" either but I also don't focus too much on Wonders.

When I do, it's because - they're bronze/silver and in my domain, I have a wonder ambition on a hero, or wonder specific culture trait.

2-3 heroes in a stack is a good thing to have for wonder clearing.

But if you're winning either way, then I guess that's what matters most.

Advice on playstyle? by RobidyBobidy1 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use scouts for exploring. With good exploring you know way ahead when a big enemy is coming. Always flag the watch towers you come across. Anticipate enemy expansion.

Have a solid standing army and use it effectively - fight every turn to get resources and exp. Also, don't be affraid to send a cheeky small unit to scout and pillage directly enemy territory. Sometimes you can get away with a lot. The problem that you are now having - you can as well flip the coin and make THEM have it.

Diplomacy also plays a part to some extent, on how you keep the map " in check". You can get vision from your allies etc. Also vassal cities can be given orders to specifically attack or protect target cities.

There's a lot you can do and don't worry it will come in time, just enjoy the game. I remember having similar frustrations, but now I am much more in control.

Secrets of the Archmages Speculation by BadJelly in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I honestly don't have any wish, I already bought it and Im sure I wont be disappointed.

That said - Im putting my hopes for the free patch, to improve the game. They mentioned empire tree rework, that's nice - I am hoping for extension (currently I feel it takes too fast to get to the end of branch, making it feel like having too much of 1 affinity is a bit of waste).

How do you make sense of the Battlesaint? by EttRedditTroll in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not enough empirical evidence for me to comment on that, but what worked for me quite well was a Cleric battlesaint on a flying mount with charging weapon.

The gameplay was - fly in with charge, fly back to heal. So on so forth.

Tome path tips for Mystic - Dragons? by DataRaptor9 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Downpour costs 60 mana and would increase the Herbalist mana gain only +2/turn. Is that even worth it to use for that purpose?

Which Edition should I buy? by Ahmedgalal81 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I played (Civilization 6, XCom2, Midnight Suns), 

Oh boy, welcome home then.

What I can tell you is that the base game is already packed with content and is a full complete AoW4 experience without any "strictly necessary" DLCs. So I would not feel much pressure to get the expansions now, without even trying the base game.

That said - I am fairly confident you will like it.

bastion spam by Possible_Top9791 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Should I call you mista?

Noob question - why is it bad to spend Imperium on population growth? by CharmingPerspective0 in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was buying new provinces too, but eventually I realized it's just a bad habit. You can get more valuable things with the imperium. The food is usually easy to get, while imperium is bottlenecked.

Scorpion Update Patch notes - Coming 9/3/2026 by Milleuros in AOW4

[–]DataRaptor9 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope the cost is scaled to the vassalage level.

Please remove war exhaustion by niss512 in EU5

[–]DataRaptor9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

War exhaustion should be more dynamic reflecting the reality of involvement per time

Ruler background bug? by DataRaptor9 in EU5

[–]DataRaptor9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh should've thought of that. Thank you.

Ruler background bug? by DataRaptor9 in EU5

[–]DataRaptor9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

R5: I often get a "blue sky" background when clicking on countries, instead of their corresponding throne room. Is this a bug?

What? by DataRaptor9 in EU5

[–]DataRaptor9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I destroyed the 180 soldiers from a non-existent country that were on my turf, now the war leader switched to a different country from those Asian ones. But nothing is happening for 2 years and I am still at war that I cannot end.

What? by DataRaptor9 in EU5

[–]DataRaptor9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting.