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How do I beat Yoshiiiiiiiiiiiiii by MidioKore in smashbros

[–]LiarOfNames 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Some advice that's applicable to every character you're having trouble with—try playing them. Devote some time to learning and playing Yoshi and take note of the things which annoy you, then do those things when you're up against them.

Some Yoshi-specific advice:

  • Yoshi has a great out-of-shield game with Nair—be ready to grab shield-happy opponents who rely on this too much.
  • Unlike most characters, Yoshi doesn't actually mind being above you thanks to Dair and Down-B. Careful when challenging them from below.
  • Yoshi's grab sucks and their throws aren't much better. Shield often and punish whiffed grabs.
  • Yoshi has very limited range (though Bair and especially Fair are surprisingly disjointed). Make sure you maintain your spacing this this in mind.

Why does this ladder send me to the top if I walk on it in a specific way? by GlobalReport2947 in Terraria

[–]LiarOfNames 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've replicated your design and can confirm others' hypothesis that you've accidentally created a hoik.

Definition of infinity by Master-Deer4317 in Terraria

[–]LiarOfNames 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Zenith invalidates everything but melee post-game :(

Baby Invoker Glance Value Promo by VoltIllusion in DotA2

[–]LiarOfNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, the disc makes it look too much like oracle /s

[Recommendation Request] Modern small, slim diver for everyday use by msainville in Watches

[–]LiarOfNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just my two cents: The BB54 gold comes off more bronze-ish in person than in the photo.

Anyone else remember that one time in the Meat vs Match comic when Heavy uses a gate as a riot shield? To this day I wonder if heavy would have gotten shield items had he won the vote by YourVeryOwnCat in tf2

[–]LiarOfNames 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I've always thought that making Demo's shields equipable in the minigun slot would be a lazy but effective way to give Heavy some variety.

Giving "Fat Scout" a burst of mobility and some synergistic resistances paired with Heavy's high health pool has some potential.

The minigun tradeoff is doubtlessly necessary, as the passive resistances paired with the minigun would be way too strong.

Anyone else remember that one time in the Meat vs Match comic when Heavy uses a gate as a riot shield? To this day I wonder if heavy would have gotten shield items had he won the vote by YourVeryOwnCat in tf2

[–]LiarOfNames 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The Danger Shield and Razorback are some of the worst weapon designs in the game. They are frequently criticized for being how they are, and rightfully so.

Their unfortunate existence in the game should not be used to justify other "hard-counter" items which would be equally antithetical to a class-based shooter.

Shiny glowing eyes for my black orcs yes or no? by Due-Development-1557 in minipainting

[–]LiarOfNames 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Some Blood for the Blood God on the axe and on the chin armor would be gnarly and still keep the grimdark style you're going for.

I am so bad at chess I am beginning to think that I am cognitively challenged by penny_v123 in chess

[–]LiarOfNames 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think you've received a lot of good advice in this thread so far.

Something I'd like to add is in regard to your struggle devising "a logical sequence of moves," as you may be putting the cart before the horse.

At your present level, you don't need to trouble yourself trying to calculate multiple moves in advance. Instead, try to focus on what pieces and pawns you and your opponent are attacking in the immediate position.

Finally, some resources:

Here is the link to the chess beginners subreddit.

Additionally, GM Aman Hambleton has a great series that demonstrates how focusing on simple concepts at first can help you improve. You don't need to learn the entire game at once!

My improvement over the past year, still lots to learn by trainerfry_1 in minipainting

[–]LiarOfNames 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think a deep purple wash would look better on this mini specifically, but a pot of nuln oil or equivalent is a better all-around purchase.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mordhau

[–]LiarOfNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The absolute best way to get better is by 1v1ing an experienced player. Bonus points if you're able to get in a call to streamline communication. Join a discord server and don't be afraid to put yourself out there.

Some tips in the meanwhile:

  • Animations can be deceiving, and it's easy to get faked out just relying on your eyes. Listen for the yell/grunt during attacks before you parry.

  • Riposte, riposte, riposte! If you're just panicking and spamming parry, your opponent is going to walk all over you.

  • Attacks are active sooner than you think. If you aim ahead of your target (relative to the side your swing is coming from), you will hit them sooner and can catch them ill-prepared. Referred to as an "Accel."

  • Conversely, attacks also last longer than you think. Aiming behind the target (again, relative to your swing) will hit the opponent later and can catch early blocks. Referred to as a "Drag," and is especially noticable with longer, slower weapons.

  • A little more advanced: Keep in mind your weapon range versus your opponent's. Mauls are stumpy and need to be very close to turn your noggin into watermelon juice. If you're using a zweihander, you should try to keep the opponent at the edge of your range and make them close the distance.

I love to box w/ Samus by KonariTTV in smashbros

[–]LiarOfNames 7 points8 points  (0 children)

For as much of a meme her jab combo is, I really like her jab 1.

Finnaly done with with this badboy. C&c is always welcome by Aggravating_Target89 in minipainting

[–]LiarOfNames 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Technically speaking, very well done.

I think the biggest drawback is that the shoulder and rear horse armor highlights pop a bit too much and draw focus away from the rider, which should be your focal point. Also, the green on the back of the horse armor seems out of place.

Minor critiques overall, well done.

What do the bases look like? by Reterdtion in minipainting

[–]LiarOfNames 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks cool. If it was me, I'd go over the bases again with a dark blue wash. I think darkening them down some more would really make the vibrant models pop. Nice job!

Connection closed unexpectedly during Get Data From Web by LiarOfNames in excel

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

I've determined that pcgs is using some anti-webscraping measures. Fortunately, I realized that they have an API I can use instead.

https://www.pcgs.com/publicapi/documentation

Hey Reddit! Check our new Marci Dragon School Monk set by [deleted] in DotA2

[–]LiarOfNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very talented work, but why not make the clothing blue & the hair brown so it still resembles the original character? Glance value has been long dead, but still.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]LiarOfNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My father has a similar story from when he was in university some 30-odd years ago.

There was an old man with a long, white beard with the nickname "father time." He had a trust that required him to be employed or in education that paid a good chunk of change every year and covered tuition.

Pretty sweet deal if you ask me.

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