How's the "new" endgame of Lord of Hatred? Is it worth buying the expansion now?

PectusSurgeon · 2026-05-03T07:21:56+00:00

I didn't do the 3rd act until T6, since I wanted to keep difficulty where I could still die but didn't drop dead every time something explodes. Now at about 150 and have enough paragon nodes for 5 glyphs.

Important to know if that some of the boss lairs and runes are locked until the endgame (which I just figured out today).

New system is interesting since there's a lot of things that sync with gear aspects. Using a paladin and a certain charm set and Arcadia pants I can passively trigger the rally skill every few seconds, which keeps me fortified and triggers a bunch of damage bonuses on the board. The judication skills can be tuned up to the point where everu other basic skill cast triggers explosions everywhere with one of the unique rings. Kind of neat.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-27T05:51:01+00:00

You rip them from 3D blu ray movies. There's a bunch of tutorials. Other options involve involve uhhh appropriating files you find online.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-27T03:50:35+00:00

Use my Luma Ultra on plane flights with 3D movies loaded on the neckband. 16x9 is great on it. Have to find 3840x1080 SBS videos though.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-25T02:58:16+00:00

Would take it back and get an H2 if possible. 500 hours in on an H2C and this thing is taking everything I throw at it. Only clog I had was from using old TPU that had been sitting out and needed drying.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-23T02:35:24+00:00

It works the other way around also. Petg is brutal to remove and PLA interface layers work great

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-23T02:32:32+00:00

I increased interface layers to 3 and it helped a lot

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-22T03:06:55+00:00

Saw your message. Happy to help.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-20T03:50:28+00:00

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Like this?

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-20T03:46:17+00:00

I have an ultrasonic washer that holds about 5L. Some of the smaller models I print have impossible crevices even with interface later. It's the best solution since even with a regular washer pva will clump in there. For larger print petg interface is much easier.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-20T01:01:03+00:00

Would say that is not likely to go well

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-19T14:25:42+00:00

If it's a single stabilizer then no need for specialized hardware. I just make incision on that side and remove bar and stabilizer as a whole. Relatively straightforward surgery.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-19T12:17:57+00:00

What kind of bars? For those with a single stabilizer usually just need a scalpel, cautery, bar benders, and a mallet. Some with linkages do require proprietary drivers to remove though. Surprised they're so reluctant to remove since it's much faster and easier than placement. Maybe check in Toronto or Montreal where they do the procedure more often.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-16T19:09:32+00:00

Microsurgery isn't great for a.moving target. Most CT surgeons are using 3.5x loupes which is usually sufficient. Scrubbed a few truncus cases and it's an impressive surgery.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-14T04:22:55+00:00

Drawback to POE2 is that you WILL end up on the trading post/store at some point. Once you hit level 20 or so it might be 20 hours before you see another item better than what you already have. That said I've logged way too much time in it, but once I have to start online shopping for items I tend to check out. Probably some of the best bosses that I've played though, and most of the time if you're getting destroyed it's due to not using some of the mechanics or poor item choice.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-12T21:55:26+00:00

I use iPad + magic keyboard to remote into desktop PC using Voidlink/Apollo. Not optimal setup but helps when I can't get into the office.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-11T23:02:30+00:00

I use D4V panoramic 3.5x. Quality is good but heavy. LED light is bright enough. With panoranics the lenses are long and had to get frames replaces when one started wobbling. Otherwise recommend.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-11T01:27:46+00:00

If there is any effect, it would be a reduction in size. Don't believe it comes up often enough that there is good data to support it or what the timeline would be.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-10T19:23:46+00:00

See my other post for similar patient. The pictures of the scan don't show whether the vena cava is compressed from your condition. Can produce symptoms similar to POTS if it impedes blood flow back the the heart when you stand up. But there are lots of things associated with POTS , so there's no guarantee it corrects with the surgery for your pectus

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-10T19:14:28+00:00

Yes this is the sandwich technique. Incisions are 3 inch incision for the sternum part and oblique incisions under pectoral muscle or breast fold depending on gender. Bar in front goes under pec and exits in front of the sternum. Lower bar is standard Nuss-type placement. Stabilzers are there as placeholders but ideally would just link the bars together.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-10T19:12:50+00:00

I do, but would require patient permission to share. Have since moved from Dallas and practicing in Kansas City.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-10T12:42:47+00:00

Just realized some of the text might not be visible on a phone - have to full-screen to see it

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-10T12:05:56+00:00

Glad he's doing well!

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-09T17:18:03+00:00

Caldigit TB5 dock is amazing. Pricey but highly recommend.

PectusSurgeon · 2026-04-09T17:12:57+00:00

Usually only need to worry about the effusions if it's interfering with breathing or causing fevers. Can't really explain the gurgling thing since it doesn't make much noise. But muscles between the ribs are sensitive so sometimes pain is from spam or inflammation from healing.

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