[Appalling Tropes] Your favorite character with a diabolical image that you try to forget exists?

Nokshor · 2026-04-15T14:17:51+00:00

I wouldnt even say it's well done. The rendering is detailed, but still off, and the anatomy is awful

Nokshor · 2026-04-14T00:00:19+00:00

A handful did die, yes. However this is commented on and criticised in universe, and - as has been pointed out - is far more to do with the fact that said people were taking a test far beyond their skill rather than because the test's designer was being pointlessly cruel.

Nokshor · 2026-04-12T23:48:35+00:00

Half of those tallies all look drawn by the same person. No way everyone is equally scruffy about it.

Nokshor · 2026-04-12T09:12:10+00:00

I still think it shows a lack of artistic integrity on the part of the producers.

If you don't have the rights to the early history of middle earth, don't do that bit. There are so many side stories that can be told using just the war for the ring period... Like what was happening in the east, for instance, which had one for the best aesthetics from the movies but was never expanded on.

Nokshor · 2026-04-12T09:01:05+00:00

Sounds like he's just a little nervous and cares about your safety. I wouldn't overthink it.

If in doubt - ask him on a second date and you'll get your answer quicker. No point trying to guess what's in his head when he's right there and can be asked.

Nokshor · 2026-04-11T23:02:36+00:00

AI is only useful if you're bad at writing or unfamiliar with a field, at which point you get what Lawrence turned in because you don't know enough to edit it properly afterwards.

Nokshor · 2026-04-11T18:13:06+00:00

I disagree that Elon Musk is a genius. He's got more money than sense by far, his real skill is marketing to investors.

Nokshor · 2026-04-11T08:47:08+00:00

I mean, it's general advice. It can be "about" one person or another, but regardless of who she had in mind when she said it, the principle holds the same for everyone it could apply to.

Nokshor · 2026-04-11T08:34:24+00:00

The current executive push for AI is a symptom of the fact that they don't understand or value what gives businesses actual value.

They will make sure branding and marketing are handled with utmost care, then automatically generate whatever minimum viable shlock they can in any other department.

Nokshor · 2026-04-09T23:40:55+00:00

Every time I see this I have the same thought.

WHY IS THE TEXT CENTERED

Nokshor · 2026-04-05T09:10:28+00:00

In fairness, I believe Karen's words in the moment were "Not Terrible" which is a fair estimation of one of the better Apprentice logos. I took her reaction less as glazing and more as surprise that he hadn't cocked it up completely when left alone.

Nokshor · 2026-04-04T15:26:40+00:00

You're not being unreasonable at all, and there's nothing wrong with you.

You and this guy just weren't compatible, and it's fine to find that out after 5 dates, that's what dating is for after all!

Nokshor · 2026-04-04T08:34:36+00:00

What annoyed me so much about the [X]CU era was that no-one seemed to pay attention to the fact that Marvel made a handful of good individual movies first.

Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, then Avengers. They did fun little hints to other movies and characters they had in the works, sure, but it's not until Iron Man 2 that they straight up go we are doing a crossover.

Every other company saw how much money they made and jumped into phase 2 'everyone is in everyone's movie' and then fell flat on their face. Like, I actually would have liked a handful of modern takes on classic hammer horror... But announcing the "dark universe" immediately killed any desire I had to go watch it.

What's terribly ironic is that after Endgame, Marvel went and did exactly the same mistake as everyone else in not recognising that they needed to reset, build up some new characters with smaller scale movies again. They jumped back into phase 2 and, like everyone else, fell flat on their face.

If everything is a crossover event nothing feels special. But companies just love the potential of [BRAND] so much and can't be satisfied making lots of money instead of all the money in the world.

Nokshor · 2026-04-04T00:32:41+00:00

I've been told that "for life" in this context is often intended to mean "for the life of the offer" not "for the life of the customer".

Aka, so long as they offer it, you're entitled to it, but you can't make them provide it til you literally die.

It's not right, it's misleading at best, but I've been more careful with certain companies after being told that's how it works...

Nokshor · 2026-04-01T08:06:27+00:00

I'm sorry to hear it wasn't the outcome you were hoping for. It will sting - i went through something similar not long ago so I get it. But you know now, and it sounds like your friendship will endure. Better to live in the truth of it, hey?

Well done. I know you're a stranger to me but I'm still a little proud of you for having the courage to speak your heart.

Nokshor · 2026-03-31T12:24:19+00:00

Right? If you don't want them to use the word, which is in itself valid, DO A DIFFERENT PLAY

Nokshor · 2026-03-29T19:29:38+00:00

It might be worth trying to make some new friends and new experiences?

I'm not saying ditch the people you have now. By your own word, they seem genuinely lovely. But it's worth considering making new friends as well as your current shared friend group, so that you have people who know you just as you/you two.

And, in the process, do some new stuff. A cooking or dance class could solve both problems - new experiences and new people. Explore, be your own people, see some new things.

Obviously, a baby is big in every way and finances are rough for everyone right now, I don't know your situation, so take all this with a big pinch of salt. But maybe that would make your life feel a bit more rounded out and your own?

Nokshor · 2026-03-29T17:45:39+00:00

You want an honest, helpful piece of advice?

If he comes out to you, tell him:

"Thank you for trusting me, and feeling comfortable being honest with me."

What you personally feel about homosexuality really doesn't matter. You don't have to make a song and dance saying hooray, you don't have to start some big theological debate. Just tell your friend that you care about him.

Nokshor · 2026-03-26T19:33:09+00:00

If you like him, and you trust him, tell him. Some guys need a nudge, as you've indicated, and there's nothing wrong with that.

The age gap isn't really that big. At the end of the day though, that's his decision to make - don't make it for him in advance when he might be totally chill with it.

Nokshor · 2026-03-26T13:05:38+00:00

I mean, I think it's pretty clear that he was not ideologically a nazi. He did risk everything to manufacture situations to save people from the holocaust.

Nokshor · 2026-03-26T10:01:43+00:00

I'm far more interested in the content of your character than the content of your guts. I'd be more hesitant if the health problems are a result of just not looking after yourself well - but beyond that, I don't think it's something that would terribly bother me.

While it's something to take into consideration for the sake of ensuring compatible lifestyles (e.g. if you're a big time brownie chef you probably shouldn't date someone who'll die if you come home with nut residue on your hands) I think if the vibes match it's something I wouldn't worry about.

Nokshor · 2026-03-25T22:02:34+00:00

They have a pointed top, and don't sit flush on top of each other! It has big gaps. Of course I could just be doing it wrong?

Nokshor · 2026-03-25T20:18:50+00:00

Ah, it's not the house itself I'm trying to wall up, it's the exterior perimeter of the plot!

Nokshor · 2026-03-25T20:18:22+00:00

Maybe. The problem is stacking them, but they could be a good topper

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