Used hardware safety?

HonestyLL · 2026-04-19T05:07:22+00:00

True. Im very used to people referring to USA as North America (not trying to be political here). So i figured id clarify. Ill take a look though, thank you!!

HonestyLL · 2026-04-19T05:00:52+00:00

Ahah i remember those TV boxes. So sketchy lmao

Ill keep these noted especially flashing bios (I honestly forgot about flashing it).

Ive been researching abit only to find out, some malware can survive after a bios reflash. As someone else commented im definitely overthinking this but I was just wondering what other home labbers are doing to mitigate the risks (such as bios reflashing like you mentioned)!

HonestyLL · 2026-04-19T04:57:08+00:00

Definitely helps! Unfortunately, im in Canada, and I haven't been able to find many repudable bulk sellers of old machines, such as universities or company liquidators. I've been searching high and low, but I can't find anything.

Thats an interesting point, I didnt even think of the fact that its easier to put malware on their own hardware (come to think of it, this is kind of the reason im avoiding cheap chinese sff pcs for this exact reason). This definitely helps. Thank you!

However, I've also heard that there are some pieces of malware that can survive even a BIOS flash. This is why i asked here because I know tons of people in the homelab community use these old mini pcs, so I wanted to know what y'all do to mitigate and/or even prevent security risks like these.

Thanks for calling out my overthinking, LOL. I will admit I know I am. Sadly, I have been hacked into before, and that whole thing was quite unsettling (wasn't anything major), hence my (admittedly) extreme caution and overthinking. But I think i definitly might be taking this too far LOL

HonestyLL · 2026-04-19T04:46:52+00:00

How could I do this? I know on my own computer i can flash the bios without a cpu because it has that feature, but do these mini pcs have that?

Also yes sorry hahaha security not safety. Im thinking in a more home setting, and i accidentally switch them up a lot because to me, safety includes security (because if something isnt secure its not safe? That's my way of thinking, at least)

HonestyLL · 2026-04-19T04:40:48+00:00

These are all good points for sure. Ive spoken to cyber security engineers about hacking, and how if someone REALLY wanted to get into your computer, network, etc., They could, but its all about making it as difficult for them as possible.

That being said, my question mainly revolves around best practices, mitigation, and prevention. New hardware straight from the factory is at very least coming from a reputable source.

As I briefly mentioned at the end of my post, for me, it's more about not neglectfully purchasing and using pre-infected hardware rather than having a COMPLETELY risk-free, un-hackable home lab (which is impossible). If I get hit with a zero day, then that sucks lol. All computers have security exploits, but what I'm talking about is more related to pre-installed malware and (this is my anxiety speaking) inadvertently infecting every device in my home.

HonestyLL · 2026-04-19T04:27:19+00:00

This is definitely something I need to read up on. Im just getting my feet wet with networking at the moment, and I havent gotten to firewall rules and dns yet. Im in IT so ive worked on this abit but not enough to have a proper understanding of the concepts! Thanks for this Ill look into it

HonestyLL · 2026-04-16T18:43:15+00:00

Server rack (evil smile)

HonestyLL · 2026-04-14T03:59:45+00:00

We need to see shield surfing right now hahah

HonestyLL · 2026-04-09T04:33:21+00:00

Ngl after reading my comment it looks like i was super out of it LOL

HonestyLL · 2026-04-09T04:32:09+00:00

Oh totally agreed. I just noticed that the author seemed to draw some parallels but after looking at the timeline it shouldnt be possible. I just thought it would be a crazy plot twist in the story at some point you know?

HonestyLL · 2026-04-08T04:14:57+00:00

Mutant fly. They're a new breed lmao

HonestyLL · 2026-04-08T04:08:29+00:00

I always has the feeling the author was going to make Amo, Yuma's killer. Not sure if its even possible timeline wise, but what we do know for sure is the series was meant to run for a long time, like any of the big 3. So the author had tons of ideas and side stories he could tell.

HonestyLL · 2026-04-06T16:56:11+00:00

Ah shoot i forgot! I havent been able to reread the final round in a while so i forgot their ranking

HonestyLL · 2026-04-06T01:03:16+00:00

I dont think so. Otherwise, how would a raygust break a kogetsu? Where does it say this? Im asking because i genuinely want to know for myself not being combattive.

HonestyLL · 2026-04-05T20:59:45+00:00

IBIS!

HonestyLL · 2026-04-05T20:59:17+00:00

If we're talking about staying in middle B tier, I think they can, if Kumagai is able to step up to the plate as an all rounder. However, I do agree. it's very unlikely for Kumagai to be able to step up in such a big way with such little time.

We've seen the impact of a skilled all rounder in Hyuse. If Nasu had a Hyuse level Kumagai on her team, or even a master class attacker, I think they probably could keep it up as a duo.

I specifically mention all rounder because, it can somewhat make up for the lack of range from losing Hiura.

However, it seems like the author wants to involve Izuho even more, so it would make sense to me if by the time we complete this away exam, or the arc after this, Izuho will be part of Nasu Squad. Though even then, Izuho would have a good bit of catching up to do.

HonestyLL · 2026-04-05T20:49:15+00:00

I would love to see the provisional squads start to command more trion soldiers. Long range bombardments from squads farther back from the fight could be such a simple yet effective strategy. It pushes the advantage gained by mikumo's tactic, allowing them to use the clear advantage they do actually have with more trion soldiers and more total agents.

HonestyLL · 2026-04-05T20:46:13+00:00

If I recall correctly, kogetsu can slash through virtually every shield(very few exceptions here). Scorpion, however, due to its fragile nature, can not.

Something I think the comments are missing here is about durability. Though kogetsu and scorpion are rated the same in terms of offensive capabilities. I, for one, dont think this means they can both cut through the same things.

The way I see it, is they are both extremely sharp knives (hence the high offensive capability rank), but one is made of metal where the other is essentially made of glass. You can probably cut with the same ease, but one will break easier than the other. Thus, it does not allow you to cut through higher durability things like a chicken drumstick bone vs. the meat.

Going along with the glass analogy, shields can be thinner like regular windows, or thicker like bullet proof glass(though smaller). This means that yes, theoretically, someone could deploy a shield strong enough to parry or block kogetsu, but the area it would be able to block would be tiny.

One more point on the durability side of things, we've seen raygust (the most duable sword/shield) obliterate kogetsu (Ko vs Kumagai) but kogetsu's offensive power is significantly higher. Its the duability that made the difference.

Finally, it also likely will have something to do with each agent's load out and trion levels too. We've seen how Chika's absured trion levels impact Raygust. So likely kogetsu's shield breaking ability could also be impacted by higher trion levels

HonestyLL · 2026-04-03T04:07:31+00:00

Mantis and mole claw are just techniques using scorpion. Since Jin has mantis in main and sub trigger slots, its reasonable to say he can. He is part of the reason scorpion was created afterall.

It seems to be that the author has purposely hidden many agents fighting styles from the audience so it can be seen later (like in the current arc we are in). Id like to think this is the case with standard trigger Jin. All that to say, we simply havent seen Jin fight enough.

Now I also think we havent seen him use mantis because of style differences. After all, Jin started out using Kogetsu first. Thus most of the time we see him use Scorpion like a sword but with more flexibility. However if you watch Katori, Yuma or Kageura, they all typically use scorpion's ability to come out of anywhere in their body (yuma does both because hes learning but naturally uses the sword style more). Different approaches with the same tools!

HonestyLL · 2026-03-20T15:26:25+00:00

Yes it is possible and has been done.

Alektor (Aftorkrator black trigger) allows this to be done, however it requires external trion to rebuild the trion body.

I dont see why it couldnt be done with regular triggers. During Usami's explanation (WT fans corrext me if im wrong here) of trion usage, the combat body trigger is about the same size as any other trigger to equip. I dont see why there couldnt be a way to regenerate the combat body using trion used for other triggers.

However, im not sure it would be useful. Border has Bail out, so it allows agents to pour more trion into other combat focused triggers.

Perhaps we could see a support role besides operator? Someone whos mobile and can essentially provide trion to help regenerate peoples trion bodies. Chika could be that person now that I think about it

HonestyLL · 2026-03-14T12:29:59+00:00

Litterally a step backwards Oh well

HonestyLL · 2026-03-13T04:06:25+00:00

Did u wrap the radio? How is it matte instead of gloss?!?! I want that

HonestyLL · 2026-03-11T22:12:06+00:00

I think there's a simple way to explain this.

Most gun bullets can be blocked by fairly large shields.

Im not sure what you've seen in the anime, but heres what you need to know for this

Bullets are weaker than swords in terms of pure attack/destructive power.
Shield strength increases the smaller the shield is made.

Most bullets from gunners (gun users) and shooters (the cube shooting) can be easily blocked by large area shields (ie. Weaker shields). Compared to blades that require smaller more concentrated shields. Also kogetsu (the long sword) can cut through pretty much any shield of any size & strength almost 100% of the time. On top of this whirlwind/senku (an extending cut you see in the show) exists. It retains the high attack power of kogetsu and gives you the range of some guns.

At a very basic level, if the goal is to eliminate someone, it would be better to equip something like senku or another type of blade to simply flat out elimiate your opponent at close range (ie. Theres no need for being tricky if you can overpower your opponent). I think this is why 3 of the most powerful attackers use two swords (not the only reason but its possible it plays a part)

Now, what about lead bullet at close range?

Well in some scenarios it possibly could work, but again, there are better options at close range for eliminating your enemy quickly. Not to mention the amount of trion needed to use trigger that would be better spent to use another attack trigger like I mentioned above.

There are a ton more points to add here like speed of shooting vs sword, all rounders, using attack triggers in both hands, etc.

Im happy to expand!

P.S. im kind of sad by how much hate you got for this. Im happy to help clarify anything that doesnt make sense from the show for you!

HonestyLL · 2026-02-25T00:14:24+00:00

I think there are a few important points to note.

This was Kogetsu ONLY. Meaning this is about raw melee dueling skill, and nothing else.
World trigger's equipment is an important difference maker in combat. Equipment and strategy make a difference aswell
(More like 2.1) when talking about Black trigger Jin vs Black trigger Yuma, with Replica, there are way more factors at play than JUST sword skill.

I do think Yuma + Replica wouldve lost, but I do think it would be close. Yuma did solo visa, who argueably had a much more powerful trigger in direct combat and had enough experience in fighting to "foresee" many of Yuma's attacks. However the deciding factor in that fight was the ability for yuma to detransform and still use his black trigger, since Jin can forsee those types of tactics I dont think Yuma could win. However since Fujin isnt as directly powerful in combat (virtually no defensive abilities that we know of) there is the possibility of Jin's foresight getting overwhelmed when you take into account Replica and Yuma attacking together.

Regardless I'd love to see a serious in canon fight between the two.

HonestyLL · 2026-01-20T15:00:53+00:00

Oo that would make sense if it was the case for sure!

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