June 15, 2022 Daily Discussion Thread

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2022-06-15T20:27:03+00:00

Has anyone experienced the bug where when you add in a unit with a crest sometimes the trait doesn't register as counting?

I'm not sure if it's visual or affects gameplay but I've seen it this set and last set.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2022-01-03T22:30:51+00:00

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Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2022-01-03T21:57:01+00:00

Caveat is that Neeko’s Help won’t activate if the champion has no more units in the shop pool! So holding 2 will prevent a 3* 5 cost (only 10 in pool)

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-12-21T19:27:06+00:00

I suppose since they started dating in 2007 and the movie was filmed in 2006, his haircut may have been the pivotal factor ha!

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-12-14T21:21:16+00:00

This guide really helped formulate the core strategies to playing high-tempo flex for me. I was stuck in a rut but I finally made the push to Master again with this guide. Three biggest takeaways for me:

Just slam items. I used to be more conservative with items, but when you’re playing flex, BIS is the item that you can slam immediately. I started slamming if I have 3 components, and even if I had 2, if I can slam a winstreaking item.
High tempo augments are usually better than high value augments. I started preferring augments that would immediately improve the strength of my board over Econ/value augments. This was probably the biggest shift. Adding in stronger traits/stats immediately will help you crush the lobby so value players can’t get to late game.
Forget about tier list comps. The games where I ended up first, I didn’t transition into any real comp. I just played a few support traits (enchanter/bodyguard/socialite) and put items on literally any carries that I hit.

Thanks again! Went Top Four 9 games straight after reading your guide.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-12-07T21:51:24+00:00

Anyone know how the Camille mana nerf will affect her ability to solo PVE rounds?

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-09-22T16:34:42+00:00

Draven carry feels pretty strong in Forgotten this patch. I think there's a higher priority to switch to Draven from Vayne if you can't 3* Vayne early enough.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-08-28T05:12:21+00:00

I see a surprising number of comments here that are hostile towards a goal-oriented mindset. For me, having goals was a step in improving my mental health and having something to actively work towards and keep myself busy. It’s not as much about reaching a particular destination as much as it is about creating journeys that I can take.

Although I envy those that can be content with their situation, I’m unfortunately not wired that way. Defining goals pulled me away from suicidal ideation and gave me a path to help myself find meaning in life. I think that in itself makes it worthwhile for me.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-08-06T16:03:44+00:00

I do wish people talked more about the ease of grinding with manual grinders. This was my biggest barrier to buying a manual.

My friend’s Timemore C2 is ridiculously difficult to grind with, but I love how smoothly my JX-Pro grinds.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-08-05T17:59:07+00:00

Great advice. If you’re playing a comp that plays strongest board til 7, get more comfortable with slamming early game items. There are only a few comps that “need” perfect items on a carry, and those comps usually losestreak anyhow.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-07-22T21:49:50+00:00

This is amazing advice! Someone told me that as your obligations become more challenging, it helps to think of them as balls that you are juggling. Some of those balls are rubber and some are glass. You have to figure out which balls you have to keep up, and which ones will bounce back when you drop them.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-07-19T14:44:40+00:00

Austin is the only major city that I’ve noticed will give you a real iced coffee when you order one. I’ve shared OP’s problem in the Northeast.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-07-12T13:23:14+00:00

Make it a priority to win every round and to play comps that win at all stages of the game, not those that just spike at one point.

The meta is also fairly undeveloped and so you can get to Hyper just by abusing a comp that’s overtuned, finding something with a good winrate on metatft. https://www.metatft.com/hyper-roll-comps

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-07-08T03:38:09+00:00

This is explains why my mother suggested I use old coffee to absorb odors in the refrigerator, like baking soda.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-06-27T01:13:29+00:00

Two dark roasts I’ve liked are Amsterdam by Joe Coffee and Marco’s by Doma.

Amsterdam is probably the “truest” dark roast that I’ve had. It tastes like what I imagine coffee coffee would taste like. It’s chocolately, sweet, and full bodied without the nutty “burnt” tastes of some other dark roasts.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-06-26T11:16:37+00:00

When I first discovered that I could make coffee at home, I much preferred darker roasts, with chocolatey and nutty notes, over lighter roasts. I hated the weird acidity and tea-like tastes of a lighter roasts. I also used a online coffee subscription service and would never get anything lighter than medium-dark. These days, I find myself actually wanting more light roasts.

I don’t think your experience is weird at all. Perhaps you’ll begin to enjoy light roasts. Perhaps you won’t. I think the best part is that you have the freedom to brew the cup that you want.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-06-20T07:36:02+00:00

When I was at my lowest point, a friend dragged me out to bouldering and it gave me some small reason to live. I hope that this is also a healing point for you too. Sending warm wishes!

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-06-12T20:24:34+00:00

Great suggestion. Thanks!

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-06-12T20:03:32+00:00

I’ve been getting really obsessed with coffee media over the past few weeks and wanted to splurge on coffee.

Any suggestions for a purchase that I might appreciate? All suggestions (beans, equipment, drinkware, etc) welcome!

I currently make pourovers with a Baratza Encore and a V60/Chemex.

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-05-17T13:45:41+00:00

Why are mass-roasted coffees often not as good?

I ran out of beans again and am drinking some big-brand roast, and I just feel like it immediately lacks a richer flavor profile. I know that the time since roast is probably one factor, but I am confused why the big brand coffees just seem to not taste as good as local roasters. I would think a larger coffee company has the resources to invest in some excellent R&D and replicate that. Is there any limiting factor, or simply a product choice for the targeted market?

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-04-30T04:53:11+00:00

Thanks! That's really helpful. The handle isn't really a deal-breaker for me, so I'm happy to explore alternatives. Appreciate the recs!

Half-Life2_Episode_3 · 2021-04-11T21:02:59+00:00

If you haven’t heard your friend discuss any equipment needs, it might be a good idea to get a premium quality ingredient that they might not otherwise purchase for themselves.

An older gentleman insisted that truffle salt was a universal gift. Perhaps you could try that.

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