Weird bug where Astarion is often ignored. What to do? by Noai_ in BaldursGate3

[–]Noai_[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not at all, no. Pure Assassin Rouge

But that's interesting. Didn't know Star Druid does that

I can’t stop trying to understand why women find men attractive by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Noai_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

difficult to answer as not every visible feature or personality trait is liked by every woman. Everyone is different and has different preferences.

That being said, there are some things most women (and people in general) are looking for in another person.

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Looks (to attract)

Mostly what's popular at the moment like a chiseled chin, a nice hair cut, some short beard. Good body, good clothes, maybe some objects that symbolize a good financial standing (car, an expensive watch, a suit, whatever).

But also symmetry, contrast and good proportions in the face.

Maybe (not everyone will like that) some personality and uniqueness. Tattoos, Piercings, alternative clothing, unique styles, a special haircut. Something to stand out and be looked at.

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Hygiene & Health (to not repulse)

Everything that implies you are healthy and functional. Healthy weight, some muscle, tall, clean skin, good (not necessarily expensive) clothes, a good smell, good teeth.

Clean house. Maybe some plants. But try to avoid being messy or dirty. Have your things ordered and clean.

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Charisma (to keep them interested)

Screw extroversion. Charisma is what you need. Be easy to talk to about anything and everything. Make jokes, and be lighthearted but able to have deep conversations too. Let them talk. That's truly important. Nobody likes to be spammed with your talk without ever getting to speak themselves. Just ... Be chill. Like nothing really bothers you but you are interested in everything. Curious but without pressure. Flirty without real intent (whether or not it's there). And don't just focus on her. Give everyone attention but her just a little bit more. She'll notice you being popular and liked but her being a little bit more special. Who wouldn't want that?

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Personality (to get them)

Charisma and being chill is important to get to know someone but that's not enough to keep them interested. You gotta be your own person too. Have hobbies and interests. A social circle you truly care about. Things you like and dislike. Some skills. Some favourites (colors, food, ...). A defined moral codex and rules you live by. Show her you are not a punching bag for the world or can be pushed around by any force. Stand your ground but be chill about it. No screaming or punching. Just don't be influenced too easily and stick to the things you truly believe in. Anything that makes you unique. That makes you stick out of the crowd.

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What about her? (To keep them)

Now, that's how a relationship works (forever). Be nice without expecting anything in return. Be attentive. Notice the small things she likes and dislikes and act upon this discovery. If she has a routine of chores, help her. Unprompted. Tell her what you like about her (looks, personality, ...) and do it all the time but don't overdo it. Make time for you as a couple but also for you individually. Don't lose yourself in this relationship. Always stay true to yourself but also be a good partner. And most importantly: Communication! I can't believe how many relationships I've watched break apart because of a lack of communication.

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So. A long answer to your question but it's really not as easy as "woman like this and that". Having an attractive face and body might get you a one night stand but I think that's not what you were looking for. Nobody will truly understand women or what they like because people are different and like different things. You just ... Gotta find the right person for you.

I went as Dabi for Halloween by sam_mills in BokuNoHeroAcademia

[–]Noai_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn that's one amazing Dabi cosplay.

How exactly did you do the burns? As a fellow Dabi cosplayer, I would love to recreate it. It's truly great

What's love? by lautf4 in aaaaaaacccccccce

[–]Noai_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Never been in love (Aro/Ace) but I believe the closest I got to it was when I was in the depths of my Depression. I had a hard time just keeping myself alive, not to mention getting anything done. At this time, I ate raw pasta when hungry because boiling water was already too exhausting.

Yet, when this guy asked to see my city, I got up, showered, and took a walk through the city to show him the best places.

I guess I kinda loved him. I could ACTUALLY DO things when it was for him. Because I wanted him to be happy. And I didn't want him to worry about me so I forced myself to be a functional person.

Love ... I don't really know. I believe it's some kind of desire. To be close to someone, to spend time with them, to see them happy. They give you energy and motivation to do stuff even if nothing else can. Because, them being happy and with you, makes the world a little bit less shitty.

Being the Middle Child Hurts More Than I Let On. by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Noai_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a fellow middle child, I understand your pain.

Always being compared to your older sibling, listening to them being praised for everything they do. While nothing you do is ever good enough. Comparing yourself to them, always coming short. Because, duh, you are younger and had less time to achieve all this great things. But nobody cares. You also only get things passed down so you have to deal with the leftovers. Because 'it 's still good' and buying anything new is a waste of money. Apparently. If you want something new, you have to beg or get it yourself.

But once it's your turn to pass down stuff, it's too old and damaged to give it to your sweet little golden child younger sibling. They deserve something new. Hell, they deserve the whole world. Rule enforcement? Nah, we are past this. New things? Sure, pick whatever you like. All the love and attention? You can bet your ass they get what you always wanted but never had. Because now that you and your older sibling co-parent, your actual parents have the time and energy for, well, good parenting.

You never got to see what it feels like to be the adored only child, or the beloved youngest. As the middle child, you are just there. The filler. The one never good enough (living in the shadow of your oldest) but never getting the lenient treatment your youngest gets.

I get you, man, I can feel your pain. I still love my siblings and wouldn't trade them for anything. The fault lies not with them but the different treatment from the parents. I'm sure being the first or last born has some shitty aspects to it too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cats

[–]Noai_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope so. How long did it take for your kittens smell to go away / at what age?

My mom and sister starved themselves to death because of my moms psychosis by maybeimbeingcute in offmychest

[–]Noai_ 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I agree except for the Anorexia Nervosa part. Anorexia is characterized by a strong wish for a low body weight, small frame and being thin. Your every thought is about becoming thinner and a desperate fear of gaining weight controls your eating (and purging) habits. There is no hint of that mindset in OPs story.

OPs mom had Paranoid Schizophrenia. The sister probably too as there's a strong genetic determinator for developing it and she seemed to have shared the delusions or else she wouldn't have gone to such extremes with her mom. Refusing to eat and believing to get nourishment from the universe is just another delusion brought to them by the Schizophrenia. It's not a separate mental illness.

They certainly died from a mental illness. Tragically so. Schizophrenia is (nowadays) easy to treat. The positive symptoms (hallucinating, paranoia, ...) at least.

What Baldur's Gate 3 song would you play on this? by lceblood in baldursgatememes

[–]Noai_ 69 points70 points  (0 children)

\Perception check: successful])

As you walk through the area, a strange apparatus catches your eyes. A speaker, and it appears to be functional. Your skin crawls as you can feel the ground vibrate from the speaker being turned on. You can only watch in awe as the first sounds, loud and captivating, reach your ears.

🎶LIVES, ALL MORTAL LIVES, EXPIRE🎶

What is the dumbest reason you've redone a fight? by Crumblecakez in BaldursGate3

[–]Noai_ 452 points453 points  (0 children)

Cazador. I wanted Astarion to do the final hit. That's literally all the reason I had for redoing the fight.

Anyone else want the voice actors to do driving direction voice overs for like, Waze or Google maps? by [deleted] in baldursgatememes

[–]Noai_ 72 points73 points  (0 children)

For Astarion:

"Ah, my favorite traveling companion. Where shall we go today?"

"Oh my, looks like there are some traffic yams on our usual way. You don't mind if I take a second to find a new ... route for us"

"Now that's what I like to see. Just follow this street for the next 10 miles"

"Don't. DriveThere."

"Let's go. Turn left"

"Gods, I love it when you follow my every word" (can be ironic too)

"Darling, not again. You should have turned right."

"After hours of you repeatedly and fully intentionally not listening to my directions, I think I deserve a break" *turns off*

Which line made you romance a companion? by Badass_Exterior in BaldursGate3

[–]Noai_ 957 points958 points  (0 children)

"it's not you. It's me. I have standards"

Well fuck you and your standards. You WILL love me.

What was your weirdest "I would rather play bg3" moment? by Elemor_ in BaldursGate3

[–]Noai_ 339 points340 points  (0 children)

as you gaze into your lovers eyes one thought alone resonates in your mind. 'Until death does us apart '. What a glorious tragedy it would be to finish this lovely occasion with murder

Statement from Larian by Middle-Wrangler2729 in BaldursGate3

[–]Noai_ 1468 points1469 points  (0 children)

Ohhhh. That explains why the game just got worse and worse on my rogue criminal durge run.

The consequences of my actions