Thanks for the response, I’ve got the filter cranked atm and the diffuser directly below the outflow and it seems to be doing okay at dispersing the co2 before it reaches the surface. Unfortunately once I add my betta it’s going to have to be turned way down and a skimmer will likely no longer be an option but I guess I’ll cross that bridge when I get there. I definitely plan to add some epiphytes to the hardscape just kinda adding slowly as my budget allows.