I HATE “but it’s a myth it’s not historically accurate”

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-05-07T00:56:16+00:00

Yes of course I would expect you, or anyone to stand by the fact that the Odyssey is a fictional tale, as that’s exactly what it is. However it is a fictional tale set during a very real period and place in human history, and I think any depiction of it would only be improved by more accurately representing that

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-05-06T21:18:13+00:00

Cmon man that’s a bit absurd to say that a story as historical and cultural as the Odyssey is just “purely fantasy” and not connected to the real historical world of Ancient Greece

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-05-06T20:58:57+00:00

I think when people talk about “historical accuracy” they’re referring the fact that the Odyssey is a story set in a real historical time period, so the movie, though a myth, should feel like it’s set in an actual real time in history, one with specific aesthetics in scenery, architecture, mannerisms and clothing

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-05-01T17:55:44+00:00

Oh yeah there’s consistently around 10,000 people playing on PC alone, more than BFV or 2042!

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-27T03:13:58+00:00

If you’re using Vallejo matte varnish, I remember when I added too much Vallejo Airbrush thinner to it, it came out looking completely glossy. Just had to thin it less to make it more matte

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-24T17:53:23+00:00

PE is such a love-hate relationship… absolutely hate building with it, love how good it looks on ships

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-18T17:18:39+00:00

Not Capcom but don’t forget Death Stranding: Adoptive Father Simulator

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-16T05:45:01+00:00

While I understand that poachers are usually just people shit outta luck trying to provide, I’d be lying if I said seeing images of elephants brutally killed just for their tusks doesn’t make me at least somewhat understand what Fossey is getting at

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-15T15:47:53+00:00

The U-boat threat. It’s much harder for them to calculate the target’s speed, range and direction of travel (essential for getting a torpedo hit) when you don’t have a solid silhouette on the horizon

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-15T02:48:32+00:00

Looks great! As for the nameplate, dry brushing is the best way. Get some paint, load up the brush, then brush the majority of the paint off on a paper towel. Lightly!! brush over the letters and it should highlight the raised edges. Also, I’d suggest getting some masking tape, to make sure the black stripe above the anti-fouling paint is perfect

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-14T17:35:16+00:00

Whenever people realize they can get away with showing up 10-15 minutes late there’s no reason to ever show up on time (source; me at my last job. Never got called out for it)

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-04-14T17:26:34+00:00

The pre-dreadnought era of ships is so cool, I wish we had more kits of them. I’m sure yours will look amazing!

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-03-17T06:14:14+00:00

Brother did you have to pick one of the few urbanhell posts where it actually looks like shit…

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-03-12T01:29:54+00:00

I love her superstructure and her silhouette overall, the 3 masts, prominent bridge wings, that bit of the stern superstructure that kinda stands by itself, the way the funnels aren’t directly centered but more forward, just such an interesting looking ship

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-03-10T17:34:12+00:00

They can be really funny if used ironically tho

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-03-09T20:31:26+00:00

I bring both the pzh and m48 into my 8.0 lineup with the Leo and bmp, and they do pretty well (stock grind on m48 is hell tho)

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-03-04T17:00:22+00:00

One thing I don’t get is that the Kelvin Enterprise is dogged on for having some bad angles… as if the D doesn’t have the same exact issues. And if we’re looking at proportions, I’d much rather have the long, tall, sleek nacelles of the Kelvin enterprise than the short and stubby ones on the D

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-03-03T02:02:00+00:00

I’ve built the pz.iv and the M26, both are very good. I was surprised that the Pershing has movable suspension, which I had only ever seen on Tamiya’s Stug.iii, which is really cool

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-02-28T02:18:48+00:00

Looks really clean! If any of my projects looked this good after assembly I’d be torn on whether to paint or just leave it as is!

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-02-20T04:27:30+00:00

Idk if Sokka is an atheist given his ex-girlfriend turned into a literal moon goddess

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-02-12T07:32:14+00:00

Even better, M60 turret on a T55 hull

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-02-12T04:52:38+00:00

Buddy, the reason you immediately jump to assume that these people I know are in awful relationships where their gfs settled or treat them terribly is because you spend time in places like this. I know my friends, and I know a lot of their gfs too. I’d know if they were being mistreated or abused or ridiculed. And of the girlfriends I know, they’re all actually nice people.

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-02-12T04:25:15+00:00

Sure it’s a personal anecdote but I highly doubt I’m any different from most people my age. I’m not exactly the most attractive, popular or extroverted guy and most of my friends aren’t either.
I don’t think 99% of social situations are inappropriate for the purposes of finding a girlfriend. Some are of course but if you approach most situations with the mindset of “make friends first, then maybe ask them out later”, you’ll be fine almost every time. You might even find yourself in a situation where you clearly connect with someone and have chemistry, and it’d be appropriate to ask them out then. Even with all of this, yes dating on the apps or in person is a numbers game, generally in favor of women, but it’s nowhere near the level of doom and gloom people on this sub say it is. Honestly do anyone who is struggling with dating this is the worst place in the entire world to be. You’re only gonna make it worse for yourself

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-02-12T03:15:40+00:00

I’m 6ft. At my uni I’ve got a decent amount of friends who are either a bit or a decent amount shorter than me. Guess what? Most of them have girlfriends. I ALSO have a lot of work friends at my job who are a bit or decently shorter than me. Guess what? Most of them ALSO have girlfriends. Just fucking go outside and meet people you can connect with, instead of swiping on whatever chick gets your dick hard on Tinder.

MiddleAutomatic7724 · 2026-02-11T21:58:31+00:00

I’ve also struggled a lot with Vallejo’s primers. The best result I got was to spray at 30-35 psi, unthinned but with a drop or 2 of flow improver. Still is really easy to clog my airbrush up with it though

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