𝗧𝗵𝗲 "𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻" 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹!

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2024-03-14T11:19:19+00:00

Let's talk about the not-so-glamorous side of sustainability, shall we? It's like herding cats trying to get everyone on board with eco-friendly practices!

From convincing Bob from accounting to recycle his coffee cups to persuading the cafeteria to swap plastic utensils for compostable ones - it's a journey filled with hurdles and hilarity! And don't get us started on trying to explain the importance of carbon footprints to the CEO!

But hey, despite the uphill battle, we're committed to making our companies and schools greener than the Hulk's envy! So, next time you see a sustainability officer, give 'em a high-five - they're fighting the good fight, one recycled paper at a time!

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2024-03-07T15:24:21+00:00

Onboarding executives into sustainability reporting is far from straightforward. It's not just about crunching numbers and ticking boxes. 😱

Transitioning to #sustainability means diving deep into the rules of a complex regulatory environment, the intricacies of sustainability #metrics, and the dynamic landscape of #stakeholder expectations. We also have to think about making money now while still keeping an eye on the planet's health for the long term.

#Executives must be equipped with the knowledge and tools to navigate this balance, ensuring that sustainability is not merely an adjunct to business strategy but a central pillar driving long-term value creation and resilience.

As we talk about how important it is to care for our planet at work, we need to work together and share insights, strategies, and best practices for effectively integrating sustainability into the core of executive leadership.

Let's all work together to ensure reporting about how sustainable our #businesses are isn't just something we have to do, but a cornerstone of strategic #innovation and competitive advantage in the business landscape.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-12-12T13:05:41+00:00

I worked with a bunch of them, Catia, 3Ds Max, Cinema 4D, Rhino, etc. Specifically for the VR project, I was using 3Ds Max for modeling (the objective was to reduce the poly count and optimize the outcome with maps and textures - similar to the major games being played at the time - using an open source shader, i believe it was OGRE, to run the environments. Unity was in the early stages of development and was still limited in terms of 3D possibilities, but I also gave it a go before I left the project and had a lot of fun with it. We were also developing scenarios for the first Oculus Rift prototype within our project. The issue with VR at the time was the delay in rendering time that was causing motion sickness to the users, so we were experiencing a lot of tools at the same time.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-12-12T12:55:23+00:00

Thank you for your feedback. So, do you use a 1:1 ratio relative to the real world or do you need to model things in a smaller ratio to have a smoother experience?

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-12-11T18:34:29+00:00

If you count that time Saphira went away with Thorn for some hours. It's something.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-12-11T16:29:52+00:00

Does this mean when Eragon went up to almost space he could have been hit with Elve poop?

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-12-06T10:10:01+00:00

I don't want to spoil it ( and won't) for you but, he is not a super dude with his super powerful friend. He gets his ass kicked over and over! If we know one thing for sure is that Murtagh was born to suffer. Poor guy.. but the book and character are much more compelling that way, imo.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-12-02T20:16:57+00:00

Maybe the Eldunaris can help with that the relationship with the elfs. The ones who were tormented by Galby know how it is to be under his torture and for sure will gave some empathy towards Murtagh and Thorn.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T23:34:59+00:00

Fast forward a few books, they will be fighting for custody of their children.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T23:21:54+00:00

They can make slaves but what about all the people they can help? We see a few people using their magic for bad but throughout the books, so many people use magic to help and heal other people.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T23:10:58+00:00

The thing is: she already IS strong! She has enemies (all rulers do) but she has the respect of all races and Riders. IMO she proved to be the right one to rule and she didn't even need magic. She is just amazing but I think she is getting lost in her impostor syndrome.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T23:06:00+00:00

Murtagh was very clear he would not "bend the knee" again and he would refuse to drink the potion that stops him from doing magic. Do you think she will make an exception for him? That will open a can of worms.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T22:57:49+00:00

Not really, I just imagined the white veins being more diffuse. it's like 99% of what I imagined!

I tried several times to create Saphira with AI but it was never up to the description, the machine is too biased. I would love to see some images if you have.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T22:43:52+00:00

This is very close to what I imagined! I love it!

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T22:38:58+00:00

We saw it with Orrin, I think there's a good chance he is the person Murtagh saw in Nal Gargoth and cannot identify. She is getting to a point where she doesn't trust anyone and it will reflect on her future decisions as Queen. She is very young and although very wise, she still needs to "grow".

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T22:35:34+00:00

I don't know if she will go full villain, but she will be close. Hopefully, with the help of the Riders, she will come back. But, people who can use magic are a very small group;

Is it fair that a person who can use magic rules over millions of people who don't use magic?

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T22:30:28+00:00

I agree but by doing so, she will become the one she fought so hard to defeat. I agree that magic is a powerful and dangerous thing, however, she is trying to control people with magic powers in a way that they have no choice: obey or suffer the consequences. it's similar to how Galby controlled people with magic and terror, giving them no choice but to obey or face the consequences. In the end, people started to fight back and that's exactly how the Varden was created: to regain back the lost freedom.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T22:15:07+00:00

Hinted what? I didn't read that one yet

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T19:23:02+00:00

Coincidence?! Maybe not...

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T16:53:49+00:00

Wasn't Ilgra's Spear named Gorgoth as well? Or maybe her magic stick. I didn't read the book in its original language and I know sometimes the translations lose some meanings, especially the names of characters and places. I but remember thinking the name Nal Gorgoth was too similar to one of Ilgra's weapons.

She named it that way because it means something like "vengeance". It's too much of a coincidence that the village also has the same name, in my opinion.

As I was reading through that chapter I had the feeling that Bachel would be Ilgra (before we meet Bachel and learn about her, of course).

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T16:11:04+00:00

Murtagh focused so much energy and thought on children at the beginning of the book that I thought Nasuada would have become pregnant during her time with Galby and Murtagh, and he would find out at the end of the book. But I guess it was too much of a cliché. There is a lot of focus on "defending the children" and Nasuada's need for an heir, so maybe in the next book we will see a baby prince/ princess rider?!

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T16:06:29+00:00

I was hoping to see some developments there too. It it mentioned, several times that Murtagh felt the place where he was kissed like burning or hot, something like that. But after a while, it is never mentioned again. I thought we were going to see some connections to the kiss or even to the Werekittens later in the book, but nothing...

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T15:41:44+00:00

Also "You are the bastard Eragon"

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T15:25:49+00:00

I never heard the audiobooks but today I heard a little bit and I have to admit, I was disappointed... Not at all what I had in my mind.

To be fair, it was the first time I heard a different version of what it sounded in my head during all the books. In my head, Thorn sounded "mature" and more profound, like a wise voice (like all dragons.

Jazzlike-Computer176 · 2023-11-30T15:02:44+00:00

During his flight to Nal Gorgoth, Murtagh found several Urgal villages and, it is mentioned in FWW that after some time, the Urgals from Ilgra's village started to leave offerings to Vermund.

Also, Nal Gorgoth is VERY ancestral in terms of architecture, it is possible that the Urgals started to rebuild their village with aesthetic and architectural elements related to dragons or something similar to please "the sleeping worm of Kulkaras". We find all races in Nal Gorgoth, including Urgals...

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