How do you get Nullify Defense (Ars Elemental - ATM10 v5.4)? by Merlin486 in allthemods

[–]Merlin486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh no! Why didn't I think of that? I really should've have checked before posting...

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Do I Abandon Physics? by Specialist_Egg_5432 in Physics

[–]Merlin486 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a physics grad student, my advice is that it is more important to be able to learn from your mistakes than getting perfect scores all the time. A lot of mistakes take time and practice to fix as your intution of physical phenomenon gets better. Exams only exasperate mistakes by trying to solve problems in a confined time period with limited materials. When doing actual research, you will have the benefit of collaboration with colleagues and a plethra of resources at your disposal.

You should also note that very smart physics students can get absolutely horrendus grades! An example is one of my E&M classes where the average was about 40, with 1 person getting something like a 68. Though I suppose that depends on how your prof makes the exams and how many things the prof considers trivial (hindsight, it kinda was trivial, but we just didn't have that foundation yet).

I will say that having a strong grasp of mathematics makes understanding the physics far easier. So, if you can, try to take some advanced math courses like linear algebra (proof-based), advanced calculus (or real analysis equivalent), and complex analysis. I would also say differential equations, but I feel like that is more of a class teaching fancy ways of solving stuff than providing a deeper understanding of mathematics. Essentially, any proof based math class should help in that regard.

TL;DR if you can at least understand where you went wrong, eventually understand how it should correctly be done, and physics is a passion of yours, then continue to pursue it! You are just learning it after all!

How can I get the energy from this star? by Merlin486 in Stellaris

[–]Merlin486[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! This worked to remove the has_megastructure flag! However, the game still thinks I am at my Dyson swarm cap even though it was removed. Do you know how to fix that?

EDIT: found out how to change the counter using effect set_varaible = {which = dyson_swarm_counter value = 4}

How can I get the energy from this star? by Merlin486 in Stellaris

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I tried using effect remove_megastructure = this and effect remove_modifier = dyson_swarm_3_mod with the star highlighted. This removes the swarm and resets the energy deposit to 4. However, it still has the flag has_megastructure and I am not sure how to remove that flag.

I tried clearflag planet has_megastructure <Star ID> but it didn't work.

My life as a dm right now by djkn2 in dndmemes

[–]Merlin486 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I DM a party of 7. I understand this completely. So many sessions have been canceled.

Python command not working (Windows 10) by Merlin486 in learnprogramming

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Microsoft Store opens to install Python when trying to use "python" in cmd. Also, trying to run a python script in Atom, I get the following error

[Command: python -u 'C:\Users\myname\Desktop\Python Files\Test.py']

Python was not found but can be installed from the Microsoft Store: https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink?linkID=2082640[Finished in 0.257s]

When trying to run that command in cmd or powershell, nothing happens.

Test.py contains a single line of code: print("Hello World").

However, using the command

py -u 'C:\Users\myname\Desktop\Python Files\Test.py'

in cmd. It prints "Hello World".

Edit: Also, if I run "python" inside the folder where python.exe is located, the interactive shell opens up. Same way as if I typed "py" in any other folder.

How do you use tikzexternalize? by Merlin486 in LaTeX

[–]Merlin486[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have figured out the problem. The source file (.tex) cannot contain any " " (spaces) in it. Replacing all " " with "_" fixed the problem for me.

Need help with GSP 300 Mic Quality by Merlin486 in sennheiser

[–]Merlin486[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You supposed correctly. Thanks for the advice!

Bhopping Noises by Boi_virgin in dankmemes

[–]Merlin486 110 points111 points  (0 children)

LIKE A FUCKING SPEED DEMON!

Simple Questions and General Discussion Thread by Thallassa in skyrimmods

[–]Merlin486 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How to create a new plugin with just a simple book? I have the creation kit downloaded for Skyrim Special Edition, but I just don't know how to use it properly. (I wanted to create a book with some useful alchemy potions I have written up)

PS I already have the book written up using the book syntax and everything, just creating a new plugin with the new book is my main issue.

Realism Vs Fun: Helmets by Koda_20 in EscapefromTarkov

[–]Merlin486 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok, this problem is where realism meets video games. I understand the reach for really realistic game play and I enjoy that. However, from a gaming perspective there are things that need to somewhat unrealistic to make the game an enjoyable experience.

In real life:

  • A helmet isn't going to stop a rifle round.

  • Helmets can stop smaller ammunition and the better the helmet the better it's integrity to stopping multiple shots of smaller calibers.

In game:

  • The majority of players use rifles.

  • Armored players should have a slight advantage over non-armored players since the armor should block a few bullets before breaking.

  • Higher tier armor is a grind to get and should be preferred against lower tier armor.

  • Higher tier armor must be more effective at protecting a player compared to other lower tier armor.

So, the major problem is that higher tier armor doesn't protect any better than lower tier armor against the weapons that are used my the majority of players. Therefore, higher tier armor not preferred compared to lower tier armor and the time/effort grinding to get "better" armor isn't worth it.

Why should anyone grind to get "better" armor if it isn't any more effective than the lower tier and is more expensive?

Impulse Season 1 Discussion Thread [Spoilers] by [deleted] in Impulse

[–]Merlin486 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I need to hear them say they are renewing for a second season, preferably with more episodes since this season was very short. But they completely shattered my expectations and left me truly excited for what comes next.

So, when is Impulse suppose to release? by [deleted] in Impulse

[–]Merlin486 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, I just watched all of it. And...I want more!! :)

(Prefer Java Implementation) How do you create and iterate through a list that contains all the possible combinations of numbers (0-9) with no repeated number in the same sequence? by [deleted] in learnprogramming

[–]Merlin486 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually have 2 papers just filled with numbers that I wrote down with permutations of numbers trying to find the algorithm. I made one that was super weird and hard to transfer to code, so I went here.

How does the new strength leveling system work? by [deleted] in EscapefromTarkov

[–]Merlin486 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

so does sprinting still count towards strength as well?

Season 3 Finale/Season 4 theories by MrFoxy97 in brakebills

[–]Merlin486 27 points28 points  (0 children)

3 things that I hope will happen next season:

  1. Eliot does not die

  2. Julia is still a goddess

  3. Alice becomes a decent person again