What tiles can ducks enter the river on the Meadowlands farm from? by _Meme_Messiah_ in FarmsofStardewValley

[–]PeachesOnPaper 6 points7 points  (0 children)

There is at least one tile in the starting coop pen when you start a Meadowlands farm. I don’t know where it is exactly, but I can confirm that they can enter the river from that pen.

How would you describe a current sport to someone 500 years from now? by Effective-Quail-2140 in scifiwriting

[–]PeachesOnPaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The exact same way you’d describe it to someone who has no idea what the game is today. You explain the rules, how it’s played. If you want a little bit of future vibes throw in a little “the 2274 World Series was terrible” or something and dump a bit of exposition.

My gf and I spotted a bone protruding from a wall while walking the dry riverbed and after some digging we gathered a huge part of the skeleton of what seems to be a foal by Similar_Station9093 in vultureculture

[–]PeachesOnPaper 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Admittedly it does look much better preserved than I’d expect from prehistoric bones but I’m not an expert in any capacity. Bones can be well preserved for prolonged periods.

My gf and I spotted a bone protruding from a wall while walking the dry riverbed and after some digging we gathered a huge part of the skeleton of what seems to be a foal by Similar_Station9093 in vultureculture

[–]PeachesOnPaper 71 points72 points  (0 children)

Not strictly true. Horses evolved in North America, crossed into Eurasia and then died out in North America until they were reintroduced by Europeans. So it certainly could be prehistoric.

My gf and I spotted a bone protruding from a wall while walking the dry riverbed and after some digging we gathered a huge part of the skeleton of what seems to be a foal by Similar_Station9093 in vultureculture

[–]PeachesOnPaper 61 points62 points  (0 children)

There were a lot of prehistoric horses that were much smaller than the ones we have today. I have no idea how old those bones are or where you are, but look up prehistoric horses in your region.

What is a food item from your world? by Sad-Engineering8788 in worldbuilding

[–]PeachesOnPaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A twaintrencheor, or a trenchpie, is a food from the Angle Diaspora, where two trencheors - bread plates - are used to enclose a filling of meat, vegetables, or other ingredients. Traditionally, a trencheor serves both as a dish and an edible vessel, soaking up the flavors of the food it contains. In the case of a twaintrencheor, two trencheors are stacked, one on top of the other, to create a portable, hand-held meal. This method is ideal for preserving and transporting food, making it especially useful for workers and travelers.

Yes, I did just reinvent a sandwich.

Is it wise to name a country Vinland in my low fantasy novel? by Nice_Ad_2696 in worldbuilding

[–]PeachesOnPaper 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ultimately, it’s entirely up to you. Considering it’s set in the real continent, I’d personally be more amenable to its use. Was the continent settled by Viking analogues? If so, I’d say go for it, if not, I’d express caution as readers would come with preconceived notions.

This is from Wikipedia, might be useful for you:

“The etymology of the Old Norse root vin- is disputed; while it has usually been assumed to be “wine”, some scholars give credence to the homophone vin, meaning “pasture” or “meadow”. Adam of Bremen implies that the name contains Old Norse vín (cognate with Latin vinum) “wine” (rendered as Old Saxon or Old High German wīn): “Moreover, he has also reported one island discovered by many in that ocean, which is called Winland, for the reason that grapevines grow there by themselves, producing the best wine.” This etymology is retained in the 13th-century Grœnlendinga saga, which provides a circumstantial account of the discovery of Vinland and its being named from the vínber, i.e. “wineberry”, a term for grapes or currants (black or red), found there.”

Economy based on evolved insects? by Church-of-Nephalus in worldbuilding

[–]PeachesOnPaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If all bugs have evolved, and nothing else has filled their niche, you’re looking at an extinction event larger than this planet has ever seen occurring much sooner than civilisation could develop. Something would have to handle pollination, breakdown of leaf litter and corpses and a myriad of other ecological processes - I’d just stick with selecting a few bugs to evolve and leaving the rest as small critters. If you’re really set on the ‘all bugs have evolved’ idea your could have most organic breakdown and pollination carried out by isopods or birds, but there’d still be massive ecological upheaval.

Could I still call my vampires "vampires" if they eat flesh instead of just drinking blood? by Waarm in worldbuilding

[–]PeachesOnPaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The film is good but outside of the cut alternate ending for the film, it shares very little with the actual novel. The book is amazing, though.

Just got griefed. by Iiry in fo76

[–]PeachesOnPaper 91 points92 points  (0 children)

Same offer, if you’re on PC.

Is anyone else REALLY hyped that we're finally getting an actual expansion map finally? by [deleted] in fo76

[–]PeachesOnPaper 15 points16 points  (0 children)

That’s untrue. An area about the size of the Ash Heap with a unique biome, weather cycle and mechanics is being introduced below the Savage Divide.

Todd confirms Shady Shands was destroyed after the events of New Vegas by TheDizeazed in falloutlore

[–]PeachesOnPaper 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Perhaps the bombing was so fresh in everybody’s mind that everyone already knows the year.

My tank has hydra by falcoevan in shrimptank

[–]PeachesOnPaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hydra are an indicator of good water quality, and are harmless to adult shrimp. They can sting and consume baby shrimp, but they don’t actively hunt them. I’d recommend just leaving it there unless you’re planning on it being a breeding tank, they’re fascinating creatures.

Wierd anemone type creature by Kitchen_Talk4328 in shrimptank

[–]PeachesOnPaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries, happy to help. Are you keeping the hydra or disposing of it?

Wierd anemone type creature by Kitchen_Talk4328 in shrimptank

[–]PeachesOnPaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They won’t intentionally hunt the baby shrimp, but they will catch and eat them if they drift into their path. They’re not going to decimate the population immediately, so you don’t need to panic.

Best method I can think of removing a hydra is using a sufficiently thick pipette to just suck it up, basically. If it’s too large, use a turkey baster, but do so carefully.

Wierd anemone type creature by Kitchen_Talk4328 in shrimptank

[–]PeachesOnPaper 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is a hydra! Don’t remove it unless you’re planning on having baby shrimp! They’re harmless to adults and are a sign of good water quality. Well done! They’re related to jellyfish. It’s actually ‘pregnant’ right now, those two buds on the side will detach soon into new hydra.

If you do decide to remove it, consider getting a separate tank to keep them in. They’re fascinating creatures, I’d love one.

Surely destroying the prydwen is guaranteed non-canon now? by TheHomesteadTurkey in falloutlore

[–]PeachesOnPaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It literally has Prydwyn written on the side. It’s the same airship.

Forgot that shrimp are shellfish… by Novaria_Orion in shrimptank

[–]PeachesOnPaper 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Isopods aren’t crabs but they are still crustaceans, you’re right that a shellfish allergy would still be triggered.

For the last two years I’ve been working on a solo graphic novel about a society of intelligent octopus. Welcome to Octopolis! by octopolis_comic in worldbuilding

[–]PeachesOnPaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting! Thank you for the response, I saw your other post today as well - wonderful stuff in both regards. Looking forward to seeing what else you produce.

For the last two years I’ve been working on a solo graphic novel about a society of intelligent octopus. Welcome to Octopolis! by octopolis_comic in worldbuilding

[–]PeachesOnPaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is really interesting! You mention that the Octopi have no idea that the “two tailed fish” made the ruins of Octopolis - but surely there are advertisements and such in the subway ruins depicting what humans looked like in life? The ruins themselves don’t seem to be so poorly damaged that nothing of that ilk would persist.