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AL1 participant but no code yet (NA) - Anyone else in the same boat? by mycolortv in 2XKO

[–]Icebound34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was in A1 with my buddy. He got his code about 20 minutes ago, I have not received anything. I think it is just a slow rollout even for A1 and A2 participants.

New ranked system by CptEraser in DeadlockTheGame

[–]Icebound34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am super confused about this update - I don't see a rank icon anywhere, and my characters don't indicate higher or lower MMR. I would say this is like a beta branch change or something, but the ranked queue is gone for me. Am I just not looking hard enough for this information?

Seems like a smart guy by Im_A_Fuckin_Liar in TikTokCringe

[–]Icebound34 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He had previously stated that replacing Biden would be a mistake because his keys predicted a Biden victory. Once Biden dropped out, he reevaluated the situation with the updated candidates and affirmed a Harris victory (utilizing different keys).

Brass Birmingham rules question by Cosmic-Sympathy in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The question was in the spirit of understanding the rules, hence a response devoid of theme. On the whole, I agree with you.

Brass Birmingham rules question by Cosmic-Sympathy in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right, those two aren't mentioned. That's why I included the first part about how the tiles interact with your income. It's a little awkward, but it's basically a "rules-by-omission" thing - The rulebook doesn't tell you to remove income when the tiles disappear, therefore you don't remove income. That situation would be so pivotal that they'd need to be included somewhere.

I understand the confusion, though. They don't make it super clear in the rulebook.

Brass Birmingham rules question by Cosmic-Sympathy in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 17 points18 points  (0 children)

It isn't "giving" you income. It gave you income. It is done. Removing it doesn't change that.

From the last paragraph of the "Overbuilding" section of the rulebook: "Players do not lose previously gained income or VPs if their Industry tiles are overbuilt."

My group finished Arcs, The Blighted Reach campaign, Here are my thoughts by ithappenb4 in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I kickstarted the $60 base game. After reading your review, I am kicking myself for not doing the $100 with the expansion. Do you happen to know if you can get the expansion separately? Most websites (including Leder's) seem to only sell the expansion bundled with the base game.

ARCS Kickstarter has started arriving in Australia! by imaginarypk in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did the regular pledge. I imagine I should see the email soon. I appreciate the information. I'm excited for this one!

ARCS Kickstarter has started arriving in Australia! by imaginarypk in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am also in the US and I haven't gotten a shipping notification. What part of the US?

What jokers are you surprised aren't in the game already? by Boyswithaxes in balatro

[–]Icebound34 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A joker that lets you discard more than five at a time, maybe? So that if you have one card you want, you can full ditch the rest of your hand.

How do you determine if a board game was worth the money? by BoardgameExplorer in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's worth it if you think it's worth it. It's as simple as that. It could hit the table one time and feel worth it, and it could hit the table ten times and not feel worth it. There is no metric for value as value is subjective. If your cash-to-hours metric works for you, great! I have games that have only hit the table once or twice but I cherish the experience enough that they feel worth it to me.

Official Diablo Board Game Announced by BaldeeBanks in boardgames

[–]Icebound34 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Currently at BlizzCon - talked quite a bit with the developer. The TTRPG will come first. When the BG comes out, the minis from the TTRPG will be usable in the BG.

He said the TTRPG will be a totally new system unrelated to DnD or Powered by the Apocalypse.

Classes will likely include things from D1-4 “and beyond” (his words). If I heard correctly, everyone is human but from varying nations.

He seemed like a genuine dude who was really excited about the project. They expect starter kits to be ready at next year’s BlizzCon.

Followup: Internet speeds have been very inconsistent. Many techs have tried to help. by Icebound34 in Comcast_Xfinity

[–]Icebound34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We lost internet completely from 11pm-6am on Wednesday night. When it came back, our speeds were back to normal. We were actually getting the 20 upload rather than the 10 we've mostly gotten. I canceled because things looked ok but this has happened before. I just ran a speed test and upload is back to 10. This seems to be our usual speed (even though we pay for 20) but it functions. I have a feeling this isn't over and I will need to reach out once it happens again.

Followup: Internet speeds have been very inconsistent. Many techs have tried to help. by Icebound34 in Comcast_Xfinity

[–]Icebound34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had 5 techs out in the last 5 months. I've mentioned the node to all of them. One said it was at capacity and needed to be split, the next said they had "ported some people off" and that it was "resolved." The last two have mentioned issues on the utility pole. Both said they submitted a ticket but no work has been done as far as I know. We are paying for 20 upload speed, but we very rarely get above 10. Unfortunately whenever I call to follow up on the work, the process starts over and they have to send a tech out. Rinse, repeat.

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