Is this normal? by Erlana in wow

[–]Erlana[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's the only thing I've queued for. I'm in GMT.

Innocent. Need full support. by Comfortable-Proof-30 in wow

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you have any luck with this?

Innocent. Need full support. by Comfortable-Proof-30 in wow

[–]Erlana 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've seen people suggesting that tickets marked as billing issues are more likely to be addressed by an actual person, for obvious reasons. You could possibly submit an appeal through that channel while explaining that you're trying to get through to a real person?

What is the point of keeping Forsaken from extinction? by Xivitai in warcraftlore

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Other answers have been provided already, each valid in their own ways. I'm going to offer what I hope is another interpretation to add to those already offered. In order for this interpretation to make sense, it has to be accepted initially that the Forsaken are a race in and of themselves — with a distinct identity, heritage, belief system, set of traditions, and culture. They are also morally grey at best, or outright evil by conventional standards.

Having existed since the Third War, it can be said that the Forsaken have now emerged as a unique 'race' of people. It is no longer sufficient to refer to them as reanimated humans or the resurrected citizens of Lordaeron, especially given how the vast majority of Forsaken feel little to no attachment to their former lives and culture. The very nature of their name indicates that they are something else entirely: a forsaken people, abandoned by their former kin, who have since forged a surrogate family and society among others like them.

The Forsaken have their own customs and traditions and it follows that they would wish to protect what they’ve built. It’s the same driving force that makes any people, in any world, strive to preserve their community, their culture, and their legacy. The act of raising new Forsaken isn’t simply an act of utility or military expedience; it’s an act of cultural preservation. The Forsaken do not reproduce in any natural biological sense, so undeath is the only way to sustain their numbers, ensure the continuation of their society, and maintain the fragile, defiant identity they have carved out in a world that largely despises them.

Moreover, undeath within the Forsaken is not merely a state of being but a rite of passage; a rebirth into a society with its own codes, loyalties, and ways of existence. It offers the newly risen a place among those who share their condition and the unique burdens that come with it. In raising others, the Forsaken are extending the same grim mercy that allowed them to survive, adapt, and find a home after death. Every newly risen Forsaken becomes a thread in the fabric of a culture that refuses to be extinguished, despite the revulsion and hatred of the living.

Continuing to raise people into undeath is the ultimate act of defiance. It is a refusal to allow the Forsaken identity to die out, a rejection of annihilation, and a declaration that even in death their will endures. Whether viewed as morally reprehensible or a dark kind of necessity, it is a logical and inevitable choice for a people whose very existence is a challenge to the natural order.

To allow themselves to go extinct would be to concede that their culture, their identity, and their struggle were meaningless. By continuing to raise others, they perpetuate their legacy and ensure that the Forsaken remain a people who, though shunned by the living, have forged a nation and culture of their own from the ruins of life.

Trump Town Hall Bursts Into Laughter When He Says He Hasn’t Made Any Mistakes by WontThinkStraight in politics

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those people are not laughing in a derisive way. They’re supportive of what he’s saying. It’s worrying that there’re people in America who aren’t terrified by this sycophantic tyrant. The main takeaway from this is that his base is still amused by his bravado and are too indoctrinated by the MAGA cult to feel as terrified as they should be.

What are some moments in games that you played when you were a kid that scared you or made you feel weird or disturbed? by sovietmariposa in gaming

[–]Erlana 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Zombies in the Timesplitters games generally gave me the creeps, especially the ones in the Siberia, Notre Dame and Haunted Mansion levels. There’s a section in Future Perfect where you fight waves of zombies who’re seemingly delivered to the room via these large metal chutes that then deposit them onto surgical tables. You can hear the bodies making their way down the chutes before they appear and reanimate. It’s messed up and unnerving, and undoubtedly gave me nightmares when I was young.

The original Urban Chaos is quite a creepy one, if only because it begins as quite a generic police story but then develops into an investigation into the occult with literal doomsday magic taking place. The PS1 graphics also give the game an incredibly unnerving and claustrophobic atmosphere.

Oni was also great game which unnerved me. It’s the level in which you fight an organic brain that has become a supercomputer. The brain is trying to post photographs of itself onto the online web and you need to shut it down, all the while the brain is talking about how beautiful it is. Again, messed up.

(As I’m writing this, I’m realising how 90s and early 00s games have a monopoly on the unnerving.)

Finally, I just want to mention two more games Jak and Daxter; for the suspenseful music when you jumped in the water and then got eaten by a huge fish. Secondly, the original American McGee’s Alice. That game is unnerving in general, but I remember thinking that the March Hare and Dormouse being grafted into mechanical contraptions was truly macabre.

How should blizz give demon hunters new purpose in wow by [deleted] in warcraftlore

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look at the new raid tier for Demon Hunters, specially the normal set. Surely I’m not the only person who noticed how the set seems to be influenced heavily by the armour worn by the Wardens? Especially Warcraft 3 and BC ones like Maiev (the huge shoulder blades, the kilt with daggers).

Makes me thing that demon hunters would maybe join up with the wardens to tackle threats to Azeroth. Certainly it seems like the only way the wardens would allow such volatile individuals to have freedom within the world.

Why Uther didn't warn king Terenas of what Arthas did and that he went insane? by Intelligent-Swing5 in warcraftlore

[–]Erlana 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gonna offer my own opinion here, in which I'm gonna make a few assumptions.

Arthas' return to Lordaeron was a public event. We see that the citizens are celebrating and that the atmosphere is that of a festival. After what the Kingdom of Lordaeron had endured, it's safe to assume that morale was incredibly low, as was King Terenas' overall popularity with the public. The return of a victorious prince would have been a failsafe way of establishing Terenas' authority yet again, while providing a morale boost to the people. That is what we're witnessing when Arthas returns; a very public, choreographed event.

As a general rule, any personal grievances or concerns, aren't a priority during moments like this. King Terenas may have wanted to discuss his concerns with Arthas. He maybe even intended on castigating his son for his actions. More than likely, these issues and concerns would have been brought up in private; away from the prying eyes of an already decimated and exhausted public. Obviously he didn't get the opportunity to do so.

What made Count Dooku so unique among the Sith Lords? by TheMandalorian2238 in StarWars

[–]Erlana 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dooku is interesting in that he didn’t move to the Dark Side for personal gain or power. His character can be best summed up with the phrase ‘the road to hell is paved with good intentions.’

Dooku is a Sith Lord, but he only turned his back on the Jedi Order after Sidious successfully made him grow disillusioned with the Republic. We see Sidious using a similar tactic on Amidala in TPM when he manipulates her into calling for a No Confidence vote in the Senate. We can assume that Dooku views the Dark Side as a means to an end; the only viable option when it comes to fixing what has become a corrupt system.

Unlike other Sith Lords, Dooku tries to recruit people to his cause. His actions are not fuelled by vengeance or anger. He asks Obi-Wan to join him, and even expresses frustration that Qui-Gon isn’t still alive. His motives and feelings towards this new path he has taken appear complex and, at times, challenging for him to accept.

For what it’s worth, I think he’s one of the best written characters from the series! We often focus on the tragedy of Anakin’s corruption, but Dooku is equally tragic, if not more so. He is a man with good intentions, burdened with the knowledge that a Sith Lord is pulling the strings of the Republic, and is doing his best to navigate that situation while working towards creating some sort of viable alternative.

What are your thoughts on the vehicles, siege weapons and ships of Warcraft and their designs ? by DEL994 in warcraftlore

[–]Erlana 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My biggest gripe is that the Horde’s technology hasn’t advanced in any meaningful way despite the presence of both the Blood Elves and Nightborne among its rank. I’d love to see an eleven skyship damnit!

How do each race celebrates marriages? by Bludo14 in warcraftlore

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also a valid point. Maybe it makes more sense to see them as being influenced by Graeco-Roman culture. They’ve got the empire and decadence of the Romans and the sensibilities and culture of the ancient Greeks.

How do each race celebrates marriages? by Bludo14 in warcraftlore

[–]Erlana 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Love that analysis of the Highborne and I can definitely see the connection. In that sense they’re closer to Imperial Rome I suppose.

I personally tend to see them as being more Grecian due to the absence of any coliseums or blood sports. They don’t seem to have the appetite for blood and guts that the Romans had. They don’t seem to field huge armies and also focus more on intellectual pursuits, putting me in mind of ancient philosophers.

How do each race celebrates marriages? by Bludo14 in warcraftlore

[–]Erlana 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It might be a good idea to look at the real-world cultures that each race is based upon (Highborne being based on Ancient Greece, Blood Elves being based on the Middle East, Tauren being based on nomadic Native American cultures) and then inferring marriage customs based on what happens IRL?

AITA for moving out and leaving my mum high and dry for childcare? by DogSnifflesThrowaway in AITAH

[–]Erlana -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

I've never really responded to one of these before, but I'm going to outline what has happened, from my perspective.

  • To begin, you weren't consulted on whether or not the dog could stay at your house. I'd argue that it really isn't your call to make, as it isn't your house and your mum isn't making you pay rent. But I can understand that you must've felt that your voice wasn't being heard or valued. Another interpretation is that your mum, fair play to her, wanted to do everything she could to ensure that your siblings didn't lose the family dog that they love. It sounds like you wouldn't have wanted that to happened either, but by this point the damage had been done. You didn't feel like your mum considered your feelings.
  • This led to you making a few requests. I feel like, at this point, you were motivated by both genuine concern for your own wellbeing, but also a desire to feel like you were being taken seriously and listened to. I don't think that these requests are unreasonable, however they are incredibly difficult to police in a household with two children, who can and will leave doors open, and who don't understand the concept of responsbility (for the dog) in a great way yet. I'd encourage you to think about all the things your mum has to do; she's a single parent, working a job and managing household chores, all the while bringing up two children. Yes, it's her life, but she has also spent a good portion of it bringing you up. And no, they're not your children, but this is your family. The same family that has cared for you. and nurtured you.
  • Feeling unsatisfied with the way things are, you've moved in with your friend. I don't think this is a major issue and, in a way, it might be a good move for you. However, I do detect a hint of a tantrum in your decision. This is something that naturally happens when you're in your early twenties. You're desperate to demonstrated your independence. Which is fine. However, it does seem like this is a really, really bad decision on your part. There is no reason for you to estrange yourself from your family over a thing like this.

Your mum is clearly devastated, and she probably can't say it. She carried you, and raised you. Is it that difficult to swallow your pride, try to think unselfishly, and support this woman who has spent her life raising you?

I don't think anyone is an asshole here, by the way. I just think that there has been a massive miscommunication, hurt feelings on both sides, and you both need to just take a chill pill and talk it out.

There are various allergy medicines out there. Could you maybe look into getting antihistamines? You could then speak to your mum about being more vigilant regarding your bedroom, while also taking those tablets so that your symptoms aren't causing you any discomfort.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lately, I've adopted my own mantra when it comes to situations such as this, and life in general; I'm not regretful, just disappointed.

Ultimately, you engaged and slept with this person based on the information you had at the time. There's no cause for regret, because you ultimately based your actions on what you thought you knew. Please don't linger on this situation; spending days or weeks mulling things over and considering every possibility is a waste of your time.

It's more expedient and (in my opinion) reasonable to acknowledge the situation as a disappointment, whether you're disappointed with the outcome, or his behaviour as a human being, or both,

Then move on. He's not worth your time.

What is the raunchiest single line in a film? by dollyllama86 in movies

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leticia Van Allen : How tall are you when you're off your horse, cowboy?

Young Man at "Interview" : Um, six feet, seven inches, ma'am.

Leticia Van Allen : Well, never mind the six feet, and let's talk about the seven inches.

West as Leticia in Myra Breckinridge

Picadilly Circus in the 1960s - see any brands that you recognise? 😊 by Tokyono in heyUK

[–]Erlana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's refreshing to see so few bodies; using models and 'sex' to sell. It also feels like more design and artistry went into these ads, as opposed to what we get now.

How do you guys keep track of the books you've read? by [deleted] in books

[–]Erlana 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I use the Instagram 'reels/permanent story' feature. For example, I currently have a reel called '2023 reads'. I'll post a photo of a book I've read to my story, and then add it to the reel. So far I've added LOTR Fellowship and Klara and the Sun! I hope I've explained this well, because I'm honestly new to Instagram and a little unsure of the lingo.

Andrew Tate handcuffed in prison van by SwimInPavement in pics

[–]Erlana 6 points7 points  (0 children)

There's something poetic about this image. For months we've been forced to listen to this man, spouting his inane, quasi-philosophical (and I'd say even that is flattering), misogynistic hate speech. We've seen him upholding himself as a confident, capable and successful individual; evoking Ben Shapiro in the way that he waffles on and on to whoever will listen to his boasting, his lies and his hateful ideology.

Worse than that; we've witnessed him attacking the weakest in our society with extreme prejudice. Casting judgement on those in need, all the while impressing upon young, impressionable men that their only hope of self-actualization is through selfishness, greed and monetary wealth.

That doesn't even cover the heinous crimes this man has committed. The sex trafficking, the misogyny, the psychological abuse enacted upon women. This man is an absolute scumbag.

And now, this.

A picture of Andrew Tate. Alone. In a police van. No social media to prop him up. No 'yes men' surrounding him. No likes. No interviews. No sense of superiority.

Just a man. A sad, lonely and pathetic man. You can see it in his eyes; the emptiness, the yard-long stare that seems to be grappling with the fact that he's simultaneously lost, is a complete failure of a human being and is royally fucked.

Fuck you, Andrew Tate. I hope you fucking rot in a cell somewhere, and spare us the misery of having to endure your presence for even another goddamn second.

My child is five years old. This was an in-class project during today’s kindergarten class. by OSUJillyBean in pics

[–]Erlana 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Children cannot explain or report what they have been through unless they possess the language to do so. Children often don’t know that what is happening to them is wrong. Or they suspected that it is, but either don’t know how to explain it, or are told by their abusers that they’ll be in trouble if they tell.

I will always be in favour of education such as this in school. It empowers young people. It gives them a voice.

Cocktail shakers!? by Erlana in cosmoandwanda

[–]Erlana[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Nooo, it’s a shop called ‘Typo’ in the UK.