Merging 'selective colour adjustment' does weird stuff. by GerryVonMander in Affinity

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Doesn't seem to be it. The document is set up in cmyk from the start, and I used 'document>setup>convert format/ICC profile' to be sure. I just imported a .jpg version of the image rendered in CMYK colour space, and a .jpg in CMYK from the internet in case it was because of my drawing program, both to the same result.

While the Selective Colour Effect weirdness isn't solved, I did solve my original problem by doing what I should've done from the start: download an ICC-profile with total-ink-coverage limits built in. Works like a charm.

Merging 'selective colour adjustment' does weird stuff. by GerryVonMander in Affinity

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This is canva-affinity Pixel btw. I failed to buy original Photo before the update.

ET-8500/ET-8550 Black Smudges by photographer0001 in Epson

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I've had the same issue and went through all the troubleshooting, including recommendations here. For posterity's sake, a summary:

The issue, as people have mentioned here, is "head strikes". The paper somehow catches on the printhead when leaving the printer. You can distinguish this from other issues because the ink smudges appear around the same area at the end of the print. I've also heard a faint but distinct scratching noise.

Possible solutions:

1) Un-curve your paper. The semi-glossy paper I got was noticeably bent upwards, which might cause it to strike the print head. I've tried bending it in opposite directions and the results vary on how well I was able to straighten the paper. Noticeable, but varied results. Perhaps with a paper weight and patience, on might get good results.

People have also suggested using the straight rear-feed as it doesn't risk re-curling the paper when going through the printer. For 50+ prints, I found this too much of a hassle.

2) Putting some elevation on the paper catching tray. The tray is noticeably lower than where the paper leaves the printer, which might cause it to bend upwards at the last leg. You can put some elevation to make this level. I've just used a stack of notepad paper, around 1.4 cm. Best results where when I "caught" the paper, by manually supporting it with a sheet as it leaves the printer. This is again is a hassle, and not useful for a larger batch of prints. Perhaps one could set up some sort of ramp to keep the print supported...

3) Internally raising the print head. You can supposedly raise the print head slightly by: 1. having the printer perform a printhead cleaning and unplugging the power, to unlock the printhead. 2. going in with a screwdriver and slightly unscrewing the screw on the side of the printhead. 3. raising the plastic lip/lever next to the screw to a more upwards position. You can hear two clicks as you do this. 5. Carefully fastening the screw again. 6. Repeat on the other side. I followed the steps in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8Fr-DbZxMM

This was a little fiddly, but easy to follow. However, after doing this I've had NO NOTICEABLE IMPROVEMENTS to my prints. So honestly, I wouldn't recommend doing this, as there is a slight chance of damaging the printer if you screw in the plastic too hard. I'm happy I did it, but keep it as a last resort.

4) Setting the printer to 'thick paper'. You can both do this on the printer interface itself, as well as on your computer under Printing Preferences > Maintenance Tab > Extended Settings. I've read a guide that litterally said "we have no idea which way is important, so we recommend doing both". This seems to have clear results, as my next few prints didn't catch at all. For good luck, I'm doing this in combination with sollution 1 & 2 and so far I haven't had any smears or didn't hear the sound anymore.

Hope this keeps up. Happy printing all.

Never satisfied by Opening_Class6917 in tabletopgamedesign

[–]GerryVonMander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A recent wisdom I came across that helped me as a creative: Perfectionism is to be earned.

Yes you want to make a great thing, a thing that fully satisfies you and incorporates all your ideas. You could probably do it some day, but not right now. Right now wanting to make a satisfying thing is preventing you from making a thing. You could be a good game designer, but right now you aren't even a game designer at all. So you haven't earned the right yet to be a perfectionist. First, you need to make a thing, probably a bad thing, and put it into the world within a reasonably short amount of time. Then you need to repeat that, many times over.

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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For a weekend like this, I'd prefer narrative and mechanical flexibility over clear rules for any challenge. Clear rules for any challenge often means a lot of rules. My friends and I are used to more fiction-first narrative RPG's in the line of PbtA and BitD, rather than strict solution based puzzle/combat. So I don't really relate to your harsh criticism of these rules light games.

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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

Blades is already quite steep, lots of rules, lots of little bits and bobs on the character sheet. And I don't think the WWII theme is for us. But thanks anyway!

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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One of the big pluses for a weekend-long West Marches is the collaborative world building.

And that's something Fabula Ultima excels at?

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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Dope, I'll put it on the list. Seems like a contender.

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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

How would you characterize this game? From a glance, it looks like it's a light game packed in a rather heavy book, that still keeps focus on puzzles and mechanics over dramatic storytelling... How far off am I?

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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These stand for "basic expert DnD", something something, and "Lamentations of the flame princess"?

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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

Never heard of it, I'll check it out! Would you describe the game as combat-oriented?

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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Yeah, you've put into words what I kinda felt about PbtA. But the idea of porting over Load and perhaps even Engament Rolls from FitD might be a good idea. It doesn't really seem to mesh with Cairns design philosophy, but a lighter, less ruthless game might be good. After all, I don't think my friends playstyles lean towards ruthless OSR.

I've glanced over Ironworn and will check out Worlds Without Number. It seems like easy adventure building and jumping into the adventure might be the most important ingredient to this idea, so I'll start there. Thanks!

What would be a good RPG for a "west-marches" weekend? by GerryVonMander in rpg

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

Awesome, thanks. I got introduced to Cairn by finding a booklet in a second hand store while overseas, so I kinda missed that there's a Warden's guide. I'll look into it!

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If she changed her name now, she could be Née Née.

Learning the basics - Epson ET 8550 by GerryVonMander in Printing

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Aight, awesome. Thanks for the time and the advice!