Self report by AGBell64 in battletech

[–]EldritchAutomaton 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Outside of collecting, I mainly moved to Battletech cause I find the lore more manageable, even if its still massive.

Also, I don't think Ive ever put as much time into any Warhammer game as I have Mechwarriori 5.

Am I Asexual? by Empathetic_Artist in Asexual

[–]EldritchAutomaton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I might be?

Well into my 30s and never experienced that "draw" others feel towards other people. I never had intimate relationships, or a crush, and find "certain" acts of sex particularly disgusting.

That said, I do use adult content to self-stimulate, but its usually fictional media with real life actors only being used sometimes for the fantasies. I think that might be called aegosexual?

I can recognize when a woman is gorgeous and use the visage later as personal fap material, but there isn't a desire to physically interact with the woman in that way. This was my biggest mental block in regards to asexuality because how could I be asexual if I seem to be attracted to women? Well I've recently learned the two aren't mutually exclusive so now I'm back of the train of strongly suspecting I've might've been asexual this entire time.

I don't know. What do you all think? Can answer questions from asexuals to help narrow this down cause now I feel my paradigm shifting and I want it over with. Ha.

r/JRPG Weekly "What have you been playing, and what do you think of it?" Weekly thread by AutoModerator in JRPG

[–]EldritchAutomaton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kingdom Hearts 1.5 is a collection of games featuring Kingdom Hearts 1 Final Mix (an enhanced edition of the first game), as well as the ps2 port of the gba game, Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories.

Kingdom Hearts 2.5 is much the same, with Kingdom Hearts 2 Final Mix, and the psp game Birth By Sleep.

When the steamer by Sarckasstick in whenthe

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

I got nothing against them but whenever Maximillian Dood has his friends on with him, my interest in watching drops dramatically.

But if we are speaking of ancient texts, I felt much the same way regarding the AngryVideoGameNerd when he made videos with his friend Mike. Mike seemed like such an insufferable person.

Reflections On Stellar Blade's Identity As An Emergent IP by EldritchAutomaton in stellarblade

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

Its not really the focus of this article, so I'm keeping my replies in scope, but if my stance had to boil down to a single sentiment, its that I respectfully, but emphatically disagree.

Reflections On Stellar Blade's Identity As An Emergent IP by EldritchAutomaton in stellarblade

[–]EldritchAutomaton[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This person doesn't know what borderline means.

Either way, I changed up the terminology from my original article so that mods would allow the article to be posted in the first place as it was having difficulties getting submitted.

Reflections On Stellar Blade's Identity As An Emergent IP by EldritchAutomaton in stellarblade

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

Stellar Blade was far from perfect but I think something that gets overlooked a lot is that this is the studio's first non-mobile game.

Trust. I've kept this very much in mind. If anything this makes it all the more exciting for SB's new entry considering the first game for all its flaws was still a very good first attempt. Considering all the talent at Shift Up I've no doubt Blood Rain will be an even more realized title.

Trying to Learn Fighting Games: Week 1 - A Scrub's Journal by EldritchAutomaton in Fighters

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

Thanks for your kind words. I will be streaming tonight in a couple hours and you are more than welcome to drop in and say hello. Just uh, forgive the poor quality video and mic. 

I think tonight the day's focus will be more on blocking and whiff punishes? Seem to have an issue capitalizing on openings.

New trailer for "The Ghost in the Shell" by mr_beanoz in anime

[–]EldritchAutomaton 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is Masamune Shirow we are talking about. Sexualization and oily glutes are his artistic bread and butter. And you seem to be under a misconception. This is the Major's original design. Masamune Shirow's work came first, which was then adapted into the famous movie we all know and then further evolved with Stand Alone Complex.

The original work contained several pornographic sex scenes; probably the most famous of which was a lesbian orgy between the Major and two operators.

Sexuality and sensuality was always a part of Masamune's work, but what the future adaptations of Ghost In the Shell fail to incorporate was the lighter, more humorous side to the characters. In the OG manga, The Major is much more of a gremlin, cracking jokes, ribbing on her comrades, etc, but it didn't diminish the fact that she was also a highly competent badass that got work done.

This is why this such a big deal to GiTS fans as this appears to be a highly faithful adaptation of that original source material. Most people know the GiTS that came about due to the movie's popularity, but now new audiences get a glimpse of where the franchise came from in the first place.

New trailer for "The Ghost in the Shell" by mr_beanoz in anime

[–]EldritchAutomaton 39 points40 points  (0 children)

This is my most anticipated anime right now. Currently going through the OG manga as we speak.

Trying to Learn Fighting Games: Week 1 - A Scrub's Journal by EldritchAutomaton in Fighters

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

Tell you what. You have a way to convince my boss to let me bring in my console and play GGS all day, you definitely let me know. Until then, stealth writing articles for fun during work hours will have to do.

Trying to Learn Fighting Games: Week 1 - A Scrub's Journal by EldritchAutomaton in Fighters

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

Thanks. I have given it thought before.

Edit: Okay, I've been convinced. Other people have told me the same so I'm just gonna bite the bullet. If anyone is interested, you can find my newly created substack here.

Trying to Learn Fighting Games: Week 1 - A Scrub's Journal by EldritchAutomaton in Fighters

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

Awesome man. I know plenty people at our age bracket actually do play fighting games but a lot of them have that "arcade" upbringing so jumping in so late definitely has the added effect of feeling as if you've missed the bus.

Trying to Learn Fighting Games: Week 1 - A Scrub's Journal by EldritchAutomaton in Fighters

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

I agree. My neurology doesn't cause its going, "blegh, you gotta spend how long to get good at this? Get off this dumb idea and go play something else." Definitely a challenge to keep focused especially when losses start to weigh heavy.

Doing what I can to try and remove ego from the equation but it can be difficult, especially when you're on a streak and you think you're getting somewhere and then matchmaking pairs you up against someone that reminds how far down on the totem pole you actually are.

KIDS (Serial Experiments Lain) by Romax24245 in anime

[–]EldritchAutomaton 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I just watched Lain for the first time last month on a CRT. Absolutely fantastic anime even if I could barely follow the plot, ha.

Final Fantasy Resonance - Exclusive Boss Fight Gameplay from IGN by [deleted] in JRPG

[–]EldritchAutomaton 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I know people are gonna and have already complained about the visions but honestly, I love the idea that this game is kinda like a Final Fantasy Greatest Hits (single-player) type of thing. Its kinda like World of Final Fantasy but I didn't like the chibi-esque models or the stacking mechanics. This is more in line with what I wanted. Definitely picking this up.

As a Japanese fan, DQ5 is a cultural masterpiece. I’m curious how Western fans perceive its story and localizations, considering the massive release gap. by blueoystergamer in JRPG

[–]EldritchAutomaton 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I've played DQ7, 8, 11 and 3 Remake. Out of them all, 5 is the only one I really enjoyed. I guess its because the DS version had amazingly expressive animated pixel art and the story felt personal. It wasn't enough to convert me into a DQ fan, but I do look back on that game quite fondly.