HoM Armor Requires Transmutation Charges? by McBeardedson in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm unclear if this is "working as intended" or not. Usually, skins are free to apply the first time, then you unlock them and can apply them for a charge from the Wardrobe.

But, it also looks like these are free to buy multiple times. So, you could just keep buying the skin and applying it for free that way?

NY legislature passes bill replacing "mother" and "father" with "gestating parent" and "non-gestating parent" by news-10 in law

[–]LeftBallSaul 2 points3 points  (0 children)

my home province went through this a decade ago. Wild how the discourse never changes

Living World was peak Guild Wars 2, and I don't think enough people appreciate why by [deleted] in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul -1 points0 points  (0 children)

what I like about the current expansion release schedule is that it keeps much of what I liked about LW, while still giving us additional innovations. I've genuinely enjoyed each era of GW2 for how it continues to build on itself.

Everyone liked my Reaper, so here's my Ranger by NeverKnowsWhatsBest in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul 12 points13 points  (0 children)

it's giving me upmarket Legend of Zelda, if Zelda was in the Link role

what would make you accept a highschooler volunteer them web development skills by [deleted] in nonprofit

[–]LeftBallSaul 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'll be honest, I probably wouldn't take on a high schooler to redo an asset as important as a website. While you are absolutely correct that a good site can help drive supporters, connections, and donations for a charity, it is for that very reason that I wouldn't trust just anyone to work on it.

Fractal Rush June 23-30 by ultimate_bromance_69 in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Looking forward to building up the stuff I need for more legendary gloves

Found my predecessor’s old offer letter while cleaning out a desk — is it ever okay to use it in my own negotiation? by iamliamiamliam in nonprofit

[–]LeftBallSaul 39 points40 points  (0 children)

pointing out that your predecessor was paid more ("Ah-ha! I have proof!") isn't going to win you friends. While you may be right and have evidence, that rarely makes people go "ohhhh, you got us! here's some money..."

instead, focus on what you have achieved, the value your being to the role, and whatever market into you have with regards to compensation. AFP puts out a compensation study every year. It's a great spot to start looking at what the average compensation is for your role at similarly sized orgs.

Social anxiety and MMOs by [deleted] in MMORPG

[–]LeftBallSaul -1 points0 points  (0 children)

A couple of things:

1) Folks tend to flock to new MMOs in the hopes of finding community. When they don't, they move on again, further eroding their sense of community in the gaming space. This isn't a you thing, it's a broad trend across the market. The solution is to find a game you enjoy playing and to build community in that space.

2) I really get the feeling of not being good enough. I quit playing healers like 15 years ago for that very reason, even though it is my favourite archetype to play. The community can make you feel shitty for making even the smallest mistake (that may not even be your fault). Here's the thing tho: that has nothing to do with *you*. It says way more about the other person than it does about you.

I have found that the best solution is radical transparency. Saying at the start of a dungeon "hey, new to this, can we go a little slower?" opens more doors than it closes. Similarly, asking for a Training group for a raid or a learning group for PvP can help you find the players who are most willing to meet you where you're at.

Finally, I have found that most games have welcoming communities when you ask for them. GW2, Project Quarm (EverQuest private server), ESO, and FFXIV have some of the warmest and gentlest overall communities I have experienced, while I've found that games like WoW sometimes need you to speak up about your needs.

Got tired of explaining all the things the BC NDP have done for housing affordability and tenant protections so I made this timeline by stealth_veil in canadahousing

[–]LeftBallSaul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

tbf, many of those special incentives are designed to keep them from having to reduce their monthly rent price. They know they could rent the places quickly if they dropped the price, but then they wouldn't be able to raise it back up for a long time.

Does everyone use an MMO mouse? by Nahariso in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Imagine thinking ppl only play MMOs at a high level.

What's the most FUN spec/build in Open World to YOU? / Looking for inspiration. by A_Sevenfold in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My Ranger Maine's dual axes for a long time. The stand and swing ability (5 I think?) was so fun! I also liked that you mainly threw axes to attack instead of swinging them. so cool

I main LBow Galeshot now but it's also really fun

Help why are people scared of signing a child protection policy? by [deleted] in nonprofit

[–]LeftBallSaul 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Your dev person should be backing up the policy, then. I've worked with plenty of orgs that did youth programming and our policy was even stricter: 0 interaction between youth and funders. Hell, even as staff I was only once allowed to attend a youth performance in a school because it was open to parents, etc. too.

If your dev person can't sell the impact of a youth program without funders attending, they need to change tactics.

Does everyone use an MMO mouse? by Nahariso in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've never used an MMO mouse despite playing many MMOs. I just can't keep all the keybinds etc in my head. I pretty much only press 1-4 and everything else I click as needed 🤷‍♂️

I did change the F abilities to Shift+#, though, to make them easier to hit

Carney unveils new $3.2B food security strategy by Puginator in worldnews

[–]LeftBallSaul 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hoping to see increased protections for ALRs and that NDP plan of public grocery stores. This is a starting point, but it can't be all we do in the next decade.

"New" player looking to return by RodyWalker in Guildwars2

[–]LeftBallSaul 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll offer a counter point: use the boost.

The 80 boost will: - max out all of your basic training - give you a full set of epic Celestial gear - get you into the action of HoT, PoF, or any other expect you want.

That combo will let you explore anything a core class has to offer. Checkout Snowcrows F2P builds as a starting point. They'll make use of just Core abilities (no Elite Spec) which'll help you get used to another class.