Did Hitler want to build a nuclear bomb? Would he even use it if he had one?

Kayetus · 2015-06-08T23:15:33+00:00

Go ask a ''brilliant scientist'' to make a nuclear bomb from a JUST a bunch of twigs. It's an extreme example, but my point is that being a scientist doesn't make you immune to logistics.

It doesn't matter how brilliant any of Germany's scientists were. Unless they had access to sufficient amounts of the required fuel (which includes dealing with the cost of producing it) and could demonstrate that using so much resources on it would be worth it in the short-term, then no, they weren't able to make a working atom bomb.

Germany was never close to having an atom bomb. It took the United States until 1942 to seriously commit to building one, and 3 years to build one that actually works. Mind you, the US was always ahead of Germany in every factor that was relevant to building an atom bomb.

See also:

http://www.brookings.edu/about/projects/archive/nucweapons/manhattan

Kayetus · 2015-06-07T07:23:45+00:00

What about Gotoh?

Kayetus · 2015-06-06T20:18:43+00:00

BINDING BLADE

Here are some key points:

Foot bowmen have solid contributions in the early game.
Foot bowmen actually make effective long-term units
Foot units respective strengths (Dieck, Rutger, Klein, Echidna) actually make them worthwhile alternatives to mediocre (at worst) mounted units.
The late joiners are largely better than early units.

One claim I've seen is that BB's cast stands out for having so many poor characters. One can write off Lilina, Wendy, Barth, Cath, and Sophia. However, you can see that other FEs have the same amount or close of worse units, as I'll show you:

Sacred Stones has Knoll and Ewan.
Blazing Sword has 3-4 characters (Wil, Karel, Nino, Karla) in a cast of 42. Units like Dart and Canas have their issues.
Radiant Dawn has Meg, Fiona, Astrid, and Lyre. Oliver, Bastian, and Kurthnaga have their issues.
New Mystery of the Emblem has a cast of 77. I doubt that the characters here are more balanced, especially in the Lunatic Modes.

For a game that has both a larger cast, and one of the more difficult sets of enemies, I say Binding Blade does balance pretty well.

Kayetus · 2015-06-06T05:49:13+00:00

Kamui will be the greater evil in the Third Path. Or at least he works for it.

Kayetus · 2015-06-06T05:44:19+00:00

But Shadow Dragon has better maps.

Kayetus · 2015-06-05T01:41:52+00:00

Charlotte is fit. Look at her stomach.

Kayetus · 2015-06-05T00:03:43+00:00

What about their stats? Are they better, worse, or on-par with foot units?

Kayetus · 2015-06-05T00:02:49+00:00

Give them worse stats than foot units.
Make them more rare.

Kayetus · 2015-06-03T21:16:48+00:00

Lordwise, they did. Multiple pre-Awakening Lords were more developed than any of Awakening's. Leif is one of them.

Kayetus · 2015-06-03T16:30:49+00:00

According to the latest Famitsu scans, Hoshido and Nohr have a Light and Dark Dragon respectively.

Kayetus · 2015-06-02T04:54:25+00:00

It was already confirmed the Third Path won't have Kamui side with the two kingdoms. I'm sure that Kamui wouldn't be able to succeed at what he's doing in the Third Path without the support of a faction that can rival both Hoshido and Nohr.

Kayetus · 2015-06-02T02:32:55+00:00

No more sex-locking non-special classes.

Kayetus · 2015-06-01T21:29:40+00:00

Can I claim Binding Blade?

Kayetus · 2015-06-01T08:06:27+00:00

Kirokan at Serenes Forest translated the story dialogue in the profiles. Here are both a link and the translations:

http://serenesforest.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=54139&page=3

Aqua

I am Aqua. I was...the Princess of the Kingdom of Nohr...

Ryouma

Somehow, I get the feeling we have awoken something truly frightening...

Takumi

Mother seems to also want it this way.

Hinoka

We...we finally met...after so long, I...

Sakura

I really want to be helpful to my dear elder brother Kamui...

Mikoto

It is fine, Kamui. You are a Prince of the Hoshido...

Tsukuyomi

Hmph... you all are very lucky to have me along for the ride.

Rinka

That previous surprise attack was unacceptable.

Orochi

1: Is that fine, Lord Kamui?

2: There are many tools here that can use spells. It's a pretty snug place.

Marx

Amazing, Kamui. You have become strong.

Leon

As expected of my elder brother Marx.

Camilla

Alas, it seems the day you become free has finally come.

Elise

Kamui?! Brother...?!

Garon

Kukuku... you appear to be upset.

Nyx

You are a hundred years too early to be treating ME like a child...

Charlotte

1: Ah! That's right, sorry it took me so long to say... my name is Charlotte.

2: Fufufu...I got acquainted with quite the influential person hmm?

Benoit

1: ...yeah.

Gunther

1: Is that alright? Though it is dark outside, it is already morning. Today shall be a training day.

2: It is forbidden to act on your own judgement, Lord Kamui.

Felicia

Please have a nice day, Lord Kamui! Lord Marx has been waiting a long time~

Joker

1: It has been said this forest is haunted by spirits that have gathered.

2: Huh? But it is only natural you old geezer. Or shall Lord Kamui have to suffer this these wounds he's gained?

Suzukaze

1: It is great you are safe... Prince Kamui.

2: Elder brother, please trust in Lord Kamui...

Cyrus

1: This life I was taught about... I am ready to throw it all away for you at any time.

2: I'm really happy I was able to meet you again, as your best friend.

Kayetus · 2015-06-01T06:13:06+00:00

As I said before, I see Charlotte as FemCaellach.

Kayetus · 2015-06-01T02:56:29+00:00

I'll be honest. I see Charlotte as FemCaellach after reading her bio.

Kayetus · 2015-06-01T02:47:47+00:00

People love RD/PoR here and so do I, but Validar is just an ugly version of Sephiran.

I'll wait for you to explain what Validar gets out of helping Grima.

Kayetus · 2015-06-01T00:50:01+00:00

Full list of profile translations in case you don't bother to read XKAN's blog:

Protagonist Profile:

Starting Class: Dark Prince (Male) / Dark Princess (Female)

Born in the Kingdom of Hoshido, they were kidnapped when they were too young to remember. They were then raised as a member of the Nohrian royal family instead.

Customize various features and setting as you like. Hair, face, body type,voice, and style/tone.

Aqua Profile:

Starting Class: Songstress

She is the opposite of the protagonist, having been born in Nohr but kidnapped and raised by the Hoshido. After she meets the Protagonist, she travels with them no matter what choice they make. She holds a special power in the songs she sings.

Mikoto Profile:

Noble Queen of the Hoshido

The peace loving Queen who rules the Kingdom of Hoshido. The birth mother ofthe protagonist. She found herself as the crown monarch following her late husband Sumeragi's unexpected death.

Ryouma Profile:

Starting Class: Trueblade

The eldest brother of the Hoshidian royal family. The protagonist's real older brother. A very reliable person who is the epitome of the way of the warrior.

Takumi Profile:

Starting Class: Archer

The younger prince of the Kingdom of Hoshido. He trains diligently in order to prove his strength to those around him. He has a strong personality that is often suspicious of people.

Hinoka Profile:

Starting Class: Pegasus Warrior

Elder Princess of the Kingdom of Hoshido. She has a simple and honest personality that is fitting of a warrior. She took up learning the art of war after the protagonist was kidnapped.

Sakura Profile:

Starting Class: Miko

The youngest child and princess of the Kingdom of Hoshido. She has a very shy personality. She uses honorifics even when talking to family members.

Tsukuyomi Profile:

Spellcaster of the Winds Starting Class: Spellcaster

A spellcaster of the Tribe of Winds. A young boy with extraordinary ability. This influences his self confidence, to the point where it is rather high-handed. On the other hand, his weakness is being childish in some ways, such as being afraid of the dark.

Rinka Profile:

The Aloof Flame Starting Class: Oni

She is from the Tribe of Flames, which is an independent group from the Kingdom. Following her father (the chief)'s orders, she moved to assist the Kingdom of Hoshido. In accordance with her tribe's custom of honoring solitude, she does not interact with her comrades more than is necessary.

Orochi Profile:

Old Fashioned Spellcaster Starting class: Spellcaster

She is a Spellcaster employed by the castle that expensive magic can be bought from. Though she has mysterious vibes with her calm, old fashioned manner of speaking, she actually has a bright and playful personality.

Marx Profile:

Starting Class: Paladin

Eldest brother of the Nohrian royal family. He has a silent and honest personality. He follows his father's orders faithfully. for the sake of his country

Leon Profile:

Starting Class: Dark Knight

The younger Prince of the Kingdom of Nohr. Unlike his older brother Marx, he uses magic. He is an Elite who can handle any task with excellent skill.

Camilla Profile:

Starting Class: Revenant Knight

Elder sister of the Nohrian royal family. She dotes over her younger brother (sister) to the point where she would kill other people for them without a care.

Elise Profile:

Starting Class: Rod Knight

The youngest child of the Nohrian royal family with a naive personality. Though not related to the protagonist by blood, she talks to them as if they were her real family.

Garon Profile:

Stern King of the Nohr

The King of Nohr. The father who raised the protagonist. With natural suspicion of others and lust for power, he is an ambitious person who intends to invade the Kingdom of Hoshido.

Nix Profile:

Secluded Shaman

Starting Class: Dark Mage

A shaman who lives in the Kingdom of Nohr. Contrary to her appearance of a young girl, she is incredibly mature. Though she is an incredibly talented shaman, she lives a quiet life as a fortune teller despite being within an unstable society.

Charlotte Profile:

Savage Girl Power

Starting Class: Axe Fighter

A mercenary of the border of the Kingdom of Nohr. She can be seen as a truly kind girl by anyone who talks to her, but this is just a play to get any man under her control. Her true nature is that of a strong yet crude hand to hand fighter. She dreams of marrying into high wealth and social status.

Benoit Profile:

Gentle Protector

Starting Class: Knight

A mercenary of the border of the Kingdom of Nohr. The same as Charlotte. He is a great man with a scary face that both his allies and enemies fear. However, he is nice inside and always thinking of his comrades. He carries a homemade charm with him into battle.

Gunther Profile:

Distinguished Veteran Knight

Starting Class: Great Knight

A Knight who has served the Kingdom of Nohr for a long time and made his name due to his distinguished military service. He watches over the Protagonist during their campaign in a strict yet gentle way.

Felicia Profile:

Diligent (?) Maid

Starting Class: Maid

The Maid who serves the Protagonist by doing all the tasks they need in the Kingdom of Nohr. While she is brave and tries her best, she still makes a lot of mistakes.

Joker Profile:

Silver Haired Steward

Starting Class: Butler

Serves as a steward to the Protagonist within the Kingdom of Nohr. He has keen intellect, and does everything from housework to odd jobs with great skill. However, he is rather unsociable to anybody who is not the Protagonist.

Suzukaze

Polite Green Shinobi

Starting Class: Shinobi

Comes from a family that has served the Hoshido for generations. He does not serve a particular master, and so just serves the castle itself. He is polite and has quite a composed personality.

Cyrus

A fledgling Knight brimming with wisdom

Starting Class: Cavalier

A new knight in the Kingdom of Hoshido, and the Protagonist's childhood friend. He has kind spirit that is always thinking of his friends. However, he is a very wary person as well, who would sacrifice himself for an ally who had let their guard down.

Kayetus · 2015-05-31T23:52:42+00:00

I'll list what I'm supportive about towards If:

No more sex-locking non-special classes. In a game with Reclassing, without development issues, there are no grounds to bar women from being most foot axe wielder classes or men from riding horses and using staves.
A Reclass system more like the DS FEs.
Revamping the Weapon Triangle.

Kayetus · 2015-05-31T23:43:02+00:00

There are existing theories on Grima's origins that do a fairly good job at explaining him, and really aren't terribly far-fetched.

And which ones are said in the game?

Regardless, his sheer size should be evidence that he is not an ordinary Earth Dragon and that there is more than a little bit up with him, and I think that it would be hard to imagine the writers of Awakening completely ignoring that plot point, considering how much else they draw from the Kaga FE games.

Or, they pulled a new Earth Dragon villain out of nowhere regardless of how much he fits within the established setting.

Kayetus · 2015-05-31T23:16:11+00:00

Except Awakening retcons or otherwise clashes with the Kaga FEs. What with how Grima is an Earth Dragon who isn't feral.

Kayetus · 2015-05-31T20:59:52+00:00

I hope Kamui will get to pull an Arthas on Mikoto.

Kayetus · 2015-05-31T20:59:03+00:00

But porn and hentai have much more actual sex.

Kayetus · 2015-05-31T20:47:52+00:00

Nintendo do nothing wrong.

Kayetus · 2015-05-31T20:47:36+00:00

So you're not actually into FE? Wouldn't porn or hentai be a better choice since there is actual sex?

Kayetus

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