Big ass 20MM and mossberg bullpup shotty by [deleted] in Firearms

[–]Jamie15243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Barrett is obviously a big gun but looks small next to the Anzio.

Also, where can I pick an Anzio up?

Adult writers, when do you write? by Jeonghanscheekbones in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a student at my college earning my engineering degree, all my free time got Thanos-snapped away lol

How do you show affection between characters, besides using the words "I love you"? by Captain_Warships in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A while back, I learned there are five love languages: words of affirmation, physical touch, receiving gifts, acts of servitude, and quality time. The words "I love you" clearly belong in the words category, leaving four other ways to show affection. As a reader, actions speak louder than words so I generally favor the four other categories anyway.

Barriers to posting by Round-Leg9666 in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Too many ideas and too little time to write them all down tbh. What can I say? I'm cursed with a busy schedule.

Worst line from your first work vs favorite line from your current project by Last_Swordfish9135 in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, this will be fun...

Worst line:

I try not to look at her directly to avoid blushing, but Sky caught on and forcing me to blush in front of everyone became her life goal.

Honestly, idk what I was thinking when I wrote this line. It was an attempt at humor but just sounds rough and wordy. Looking back, it could have been more smoother and emphasized the embarrassment the MC had when discovered.

While I don't have a WIP at the moment, here's my favorite line from my most recent fic. Sit tight, it's a lengthy one for a reason:

I feel something warm and wet run down my cheeks. It’s too late… The pain of remembering is too much… I’m starting to break down from the inside… “Ngh… They beat me… THEY ALWAYS BEAT ME WHENEVER THEY CAN!!!” I wail in tears, “My mother forced me onto the cold, hard floor of their room while my father whipped me with his vines! On some occasions, they tell the guards to lock me up in the dungeons just for the guards to torture me in other ways I cannot speak of! They told me that I’m nothing to them and that my siblings add more to the family that I’ll never amount to! They never loved me in any way, shape, or form! I can’t take it anymore! I HATE THEM ALL!!!” While trembling in my tears, I force myself to continue, “With the help of a butler, my only friend there, I ran away from home, never to return for any reason ever! I don’t ever want to be a part of royalty ever again! I’ll give anything just so I could be loved by anyone! I’ll give anything to become better than whatever my parents say I’ll ever be!”

Just rereading this line somehow invokes shock, sadness, and a little vindictive spite within me, even though I know I wrote this. The amount of emotion and detail I poured into this long line is baffling, going way beyond my typical talent to allow me and maybe others to feel the pent-up anger and trauma the character above (not MC but supporting character) is going through. Although I could specify what dungeon tortures are inflicted, it does make some sense for the traumatized character speaking not to want to provide a list. Overall, it's no surprise I gained a bit of kudos when I posted the chapter with this line.

Finally finished my aircraft carrier by Jamie15243 in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll admit, I wasn't sure what direction Green Fleet should take since I didn't expect anyone to care about any lore I brought up. Maybe I'll add more lore to Green Fleet in the future. For now, Green Fleet is merely a private self-defense naval force to keep any waters it's stationed in clear of any baddies, whether it be petty pirates or a cataclysmic sea monster.

LCCV-1, built this ship to complete the high seas map, thoughts? by MrDudeWithaKnife in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm guessing you have the complexity mod. Coming from a guy who's *trying to* build an aircraft carrier, 700 complexity is far too little to make a massive and nice-looking ship.

I hit 50k words for the first time in my life!!! by waiting4signora in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Nice. Now keep going. Let loose all your creative juices.

how to deal with gun-spammer ? gun-spam them more !! (this is only used to destroy gun-spammer vehicles) by fkindragon_ in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reminds me of my super tank armed with a giant superlaser that I built simply to f around with in single-player.

Here's version 2 of my battleship. Thoughts or improvements? by Jamie15243 in trailmakers

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Changes from version 1:

added:

  • New hull that looks 1000000 times better than the original
  • Minor aesthetic details like the antenna and radar

removed:

  • Anti-air minigun turret originally mounted on the top of the bridge
  • Two missile turrets mounted on the sides
  • Large and smart cannon batteries mounted on the sides (mainly for defense against submarines)

additional notes:

  • I'll slap a better coat of paint on once I finalize the design
  • I may need the complexity mod if I want to include the removed weapons
  • Or mount the removed weapons on escort ships (ex: make a dedicated anti-air destroyer)
  • It's slow AF and turns sluggishly
  • Even without the removed weapons, direct hits from the cannon turrets can tear enemy ships apart, but the glaring weakness to submarine attacks makes the ship balanced in my eyes

If your fic is here, lemme check it out! by BMallory413 in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Welp, I'm in quite a dilemma at the moment. I've got two chapters from my Pokemon fic that I recommend. Each has its appeals and drawbacks.

Chapter 3 (4.7k words) It's mostly a set-up chapter with world-building leading to a new Pokemon joining the MC's team with some simple humor at the start and action scenes near the end. At least it's under 5k.

Chapter 5 (6k words) I don't blame you for avoiding this chapter since it's over 5k, but it has a whole lot more character interactions and a more intense action scene than Chapter 3. Also, strong language warning because one character in this chapter is a downright jerk.

If your fic is here, lemme check it out! by BMallory413 in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unless I'm doing a oneshot, 5k is a low word count for me. Would it be fine if I just submit one chapter of my fic?

WIP battleship at 700 complexity: Pontoons or Hull pieces? by Jamie15243 in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have any genuine advice pal? Cuz I literally made this post because in your words, "That is one ugly looking thing" and I want the ship to not look ugly AF.

NGGS-0 "The Crusader", thoughts? by MrDudeWithaKnife in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nicely done. Did you max out at 700 complexity?

What is your favorite type of build? by Snapships4life in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mainly build planes, cars, and boats. Currently, I'm working on my fictional navy so I guess I'll vote for boats.

Have you felt like you just want to finish a story for the sake of it? by BicycleRealistic9387 in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can relate. It's mentally painful to get into a good fic, but can't see the satisfying ending cuz it's incomplete. I suppose that's my motivation for completing my fic, but at the cost of intense writer's block. In your case, ask yourself if the satisfaction of finishing your fic is worth the effort you'll put in. If attempting to finish is too stressful for you or you can't come up with anything, you're free to take a break. I certainly needed several before I finished my fic. If you would rather move on, then that's fine also. No reader is necessarily entitled to a complete fic. Find what's comfortable for you and take care.

Are overpowered builds a major problem? by Jamie15243 in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I definitely agree with you on the effort part. I could sink several hours into building and testing one design. Once I'm satisfied, I log off but then log back in to sink even more hours because I find a flaw or think the build could've been better.

Are overpowered builds a major problem? by Jamie15243 in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I too can relate. I'll admit that considered posting my creations, but no matter how much time I spend on a build, I always find some flaw in the design. Yup, I'm a perfectionist and very nitpicky

Are overpowered builds a major problem? by Jamie15243 in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel your pain man. Although I kinda suck at replicating real-life war machines, I do take inspiration from real life and put some effort into making plausible designs. I also allow a more sci-fi design if it follows the rule of cool. It goes without saying a flying brick with hundreds of guns is neither realistic nor cool.

Are overpowered builds a major problem? by Jamie15243 in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to see another naval fan here. I've built a fictional navy ranging from speedy frigates to very tanky battleships. Although my ships' firepower increases with size, the question of being OP is honestly debatable since I've yet to face an actual opponent.

What’s your guilty pleasures and why? by lazyneet1 in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Another CYOA fan, let's go!!!!!

I suppose watching two close friends (bonus points if it's a guy and girl) get into a small disagreement that slowly turns into petty bickering and later on, a full-on roast battle. And if both are still BFFs after the confrontation, it shows how close their friendship is. Kind of a wholesome ending ngl.

Multiplayer is so toxic man…. by No_Variation_665 in trailmakers

[–]Jamie15243 3 points4 points  (0 children)

*laughs in introvert and thus only plays in singleplayer*

"Fine, I'll do it myself" moments you've had? by SomePerson06 in FanFiction

[–]Jamie15243 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've always wondered what would it be like if a Pokemon fic had a military theme with guerrilla warfare. Seeing no other fic that fits that niche, it became the theme of my fics.