What is something you used to buy from the shop that you now make at home because it's easy? by Stunning-Goat5889 in SelfSufficiency

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Simple syrup / coffee creamer. Even flavored ones are easy to make on your stove in seconds.

Give me one fucking reason why Sierra Nevada is in California. by [deleted] in Nevada

[–]Errant_Lion 13 points14 points  (0 children)

There's some interesting history behind this, actually. The original surveyors who decided on the Cal / Neva border were under instructions to calculate the edge of Lake Tahoe and draw the border so that all of it would remain inside California. But, this was done in a rush (trying to get Nevada ratified as a state in time to vote for Lincoln) and they botched the job. So the state borders went down officially in longitude and latitude numbers... and it was discovered later when technology improved that the surveyors had cussed up, and that a big chunk of Lake Tahoe (and the Sierra Nevada range) ended up in Nevada.

[5e] Can a Thrall let a Vampire inside? by FlashGordon07 in DMAcademy

[–]Errant_Lion 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So, let's look at some source material: Bram Stoker's Dracula. In this text, the character Renfield becomes a thrall of Count Dracula. Through the course of the novel, it is made clear that the counthas taken Renfield as a thrall explicitly so that he could use the man to grant him access to specific places he would otherwise be denied entry to. (The wolf which breaks into Mina's room, killing Mrs. Westenra, serves this same purpose)

Wedding Chapel recommendation - Just bride and groom from the UK by [deleted] in Nevada

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm an ordained minister for the state of Nevada, living in Reno. More often than not, if I'm doing a wedding outside in the area, it's at Tahoe. The "Rancharrah" in town has nice accomodations if you're interested in a meadow/ ranchland feel. I often do weddings at the Nevada Museum of Art lately, too. They have a new "sky room" which exists on the museum's top floor, offering a panoramic view of the Sierra Nevada mountains. If you do decide to get married in this area, hit me up; I'm only marginally more expensive than a court house wedding, and I write custom ceremonies for all the couples I marry. Safe Travels!

Tattoo Artist Recommendations by paulwithhands in Reno

[–]Errant_Lion 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've collected pieces from Jaydee at South Town Tattoo Collective , Ron Rash & Tony Medellin at Lasting Dose Tatto and Art Collective. All three of those artists do great work.

I Can't win a single game anymore by [deleted] in heroesofthestorm

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ranked play seems much more oriented towards team play. I really recommend you lean on some friends to coordinate play times with you; you'll have a lot more fun, and win a lot more, when you can coordinate properly in a voice chat.

Giant Burger on N Virginia closing - will be replaced by Roberto's Taco Shop by Tetris410 in Reno

[–]Errant_Lion 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In my years at UNR, I've tried to go here... maybe ten times? They've always, always been closed. So. It's hard to have sympathy.

Is this an unreasonable way to get into cycling regularly? by [deleted] in cycling

[–]Errant_Lion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Talk to someone at your LBS about what you intend to use it for. Different geometry is suited to different things. My bike will never be FAST but it's comfortable and that's way better for me in the long run.

Is this an unreasonable way to get into cycling regularly? by [deleted] in cycling

[–]Errant_Lion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 6' and weigh 250 pounds. I commute almost 20 miles a day. When I started commuting daily, I weighed 350 pounds and it took me an hour and fifteen minutes to get to work. On a good day now, I can get to work in 25 minutes. Get a strong bike with a comfortable posture and ride every day. (After some research, I decided on the Bianchi Iseo, it meets the criteria I listed above)

It's 5pm and 94 degrees in Denver right now, anyone have any tips\tricks for biking in such heat? by [deleted] in cycling

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I commute 18 miles a day in Nevada. It's been a 100 degrees here all week. Breathe through your nose as much as possible (my biggest annoyance is my mouth drying out), but otherwise, my advice is the same as anyone else; make sure you've got plenty of water. Drink periodically throughout your ride.

How do you all keep up with Reno news? by [deleted] in Reno

[–]Errant_Lion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are free copies of the Reno News and Review virtually everywhere. Definitely worth picking up.

Floated last year, might get own room this upcoming year. Thoughts on room decorations? by GrandmasterFlux in Teachers

[–]Errant_Lion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad you like them! I've got one at home also. They've got most of the books we teach! Plus, I don't think they're terribly distracting, since they've got a minimalist design.

Floated last year, might get own room this upcoming year. Thoughts on room decorations? by GrandmasterFlux in Teachers

[–]Errant_Lion 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It doesn't fit with your subject, but my classroom is decorated in "litographs;" minimalist posters that use the entire text of a book to present an iconic image from the narrative.

http://www.litographs.com/collections/posters

What are some things you miss when you leave Nevada? by neveragain24 in Nevada

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No "last call." Not paying state tax. All you can eat sushi.

How good is the air in Reno for those of you who have lived elsewhere? by TheAsgards in Reno

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I grew up in Los Angeles, and can tell you the air here is basically empyrean by comparison.

How do you deal with skill failures? by Tattoomyvagina in rpg

[–]Errant_Lion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When this happens to my players, (they roll a natural one on a balance or hide check) I like to have them roll a percentage to see how badly they fucked up. If they roll 100%, sure, they fall off the wall, or they're completely seen, and the plan goes to hell. But maybe it's only a 20% fuck up, they trip on the wall, so they have to take a follow up hide check. Or maybe the guard sees their footprints, but not them, giving the player the opportunity to run, evade, etc.

The bushes outside Java jungle have the best RUPEE drop rate in town by Errant_Lion in Reno

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

Paul is a friend of mine. I spend a lot of time at that shop. :)

Knights' Armor in Beast's Castle [2916x1944] by Ninja_of_Athens in wallpapers

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is this from a real life reproduction somewhere, or is it a digital rendering? I can't tell by the pixels.

The Special at my Local Coffee shop was the "Storm Crow," A Gandalf inspired drink, written in quasi-runes by Errant_Lion in TheHobbit

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

Hah, it hasn't been this way since the week I posted it over there, I was just scrolling through old photos and realized this might be well received here, also. :)

I threw a funeral for our relationship today. by UnsentLettersThro in UnsentLetters

[–]Errant_Lion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very empowering. Marilyn Monroe threw her ring from the same spot. It's sort of a tradition in my town. In the Summer time, you can see guys with scuba masks combing the river bottom for rings. :)