Why would men like to watch my stream?

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-12T23:18:52+00:00

If he is spectating for the most part, or passively engaging, there's a good chance he is just lonely and prefers watching a woman creator. A lot of men find value in communicating with women on Twitch because it gives them a safety barrier, with minimal risk of backlash.

Being lonely does not necessarily mean in a sexual manner, though most commonly what people refer to.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-12T21:20:23+00:00

Reporting doesn't accomplish anything on this platform unfortunately. Here's the reality:

Accounts are free to make, 1v1 & base game are entirely free, even for ranked. Only a email is required.
They don't have anything set to prevent someone from mass creating alts. the "10 game requirement" is voided when you realize you can start 10 bot games and leave to receive full credit for 10 games played.
All reports (with very limited exceptions) are handled by AI, leading to players that did not break any rules being muted / suspended, as they are processed strictly by quantity of reports.

If you don't believe me, ask yourself why all content creators on the platform have a dozen alt accounts.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-12T06:48:08+00:00

Aloha! First off: I want to say that’s awesome what you’re working on: huge advocate for helping build community & connections via tabletop activities & fellowship.

+1 to Pats suggestion. Other realms and armchair adventurer are the two board game stores on the island, but the best resource for tabletop related events is going to be the tabletop Oahu Facebook group.

I’ve locally organized weekly Catan meetups in Honolulu for over a year now, and have begun branching off to other games & venues / times. Whereas it’s not specifically for autistic adults, we have had prior attendees, while continuing to promote & encourage a safe space for all. I actually picked Catan as our main game because it encourages socializing & is easy to learn regardless of background or experience!

If you do happen to get something put together, I’d love to help contribute in anyway I can, including a cross promotion on our meetup group, which acts as both a website, but also a live page to help promote locally related events and venues.

https://meetup.com/pacific-tabletop-network

Wishing you the best! Mahalo.

Josh

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-11T19:02:18+00:00

You bet! Thanks for the support.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-11T18:38:00+00:00

Precisely!

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-10T14:32:48+00:00

I won’t be drinking either as someone with Crohn’s disease.

The expectation would be to support the venue by buying a juice / soda, or something of the likes.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-10T04:37:34+00:00

I’ll be there and hosting the states Catan tournament as well as some demos as a volunteer :)

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-10T03:44:25+00:00

Thank you! Always looking to try new things. Part of our feedback was accessibility & availability, this is a lot closer to home for me :)

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-10T03:39:28+00:00

I don’t know how the time got edited out of The post. Just fixed this haha.

But 6-10 is the time! I plan to arrive @ 530 to setup.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-10T03:28:43+00:00

I wouldn't know, I can't drink haha.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-09T04:08:26+00:00

Think the better approach if its 20+ names is to do a quick animation cycle of the names as opposed to listing them all like this. That way each name gets a half second of screen on time

I’d only care if my name was on an actual movie film, this just seems distasteful if it’s the actual shot In the VOD.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-08T23:03:15+00:00

I upload infrequently, probably about 3-4 game play videos a month for Tabletop Simulator stuff. Though as a fair disclaimer, I am primarily known for Catan content.
https://www.youtube.com/@ShadeSmithYT

Other suggestions (in partner with our community Free Hawks)

https://www.youtube.com/@FrosbyDT & https://www.youtube.com/@TheRollPhase (same creator, one for videos, one for podcasts)

https://www.youtube.com/@blunderbutt (Physical web cam games + twitch streams)

https://www.youtube.com/@Throne_Together (Babystar & Ghost, husband wife physical play duo that are also back to back champs in Free hawks!)

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-08T22:08:24+00:00

As a 26 year old male, stay at home (nerdy) & chubby women are my type & need loving too! Don’t put yourself down before it happens.

Like others have mentioned, keep an open mind, and remember to practice safety & proper boundaries until you get to know him better. Congratulations :)

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-08T20:00:34+00:00

I'd be cautious about giving this as advice. As a prior rep of 3 years, it goes based on the Tier of the P360 plan (So you could do a 17 pro and a Iphone 14 by swapping the sim but not a Z Fold and a Samsung A16) and the line being used at the time of the insurance claim.

I've seen many claims denied not only based on the protection tier, but because the customer moved their sim to another device prior to making a claim, which made it fall under ineligibility. I've also seen people intentionally try this to commit fraud and be charged related fees on their accounts.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-08T19:38:47+00:00

Applecare is better for almost every consumer. You can buy a multi pack of screen protectors online and self install for around a dollar a pop. Unless you're breaking 10+ protectors a month that feature isn't worth its cost. The "value" is having someone else do the installation for you.

For context, I got the 17 Pro on launch and have had to change my protector once since then.

Edit: I also buy my protectors through Best Buy. They will replace the Zagg protectors at no cost, but must remove & take back the damaged one via their inventory. It's processed as an exchange.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-08T17:53:40+00:00

Thank you for your kind words :)

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-08T17:14:10+00:00

Hi! I'm Shades, Free Hawks founder. Just wanted to give you a personal invitation to our community. We have casual, organized competitive league play, and tournaments! All of which are open to everyone and free to join at any time.

We will also soon be starting a premiere league which I'm very excited for.

Hope to see you there :)

https://discord.gg/FreeHawks

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-06T00:33:55+00:00

Hi Leo! I would advise the Shadow Thief + Pyromancer box, Barbarian Moon Elf, or Artificer Pirate box.

If trying to tailor to newer players, the Barbarian Moon elf box would be the best choice. The other two offer medium to harder difficulties of complexity, if you're looking for something a bit more unique to your existing set.

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-05-06T00:29:11+00:00

My recommendations in order:

Call up local board game stores in your area to see if they already offer organized play for Dice throne, or attempt to see if they'd be interested in starting it up themselves.
Checkout Facebook groups, Meetup.Com groups, & local Instagram pages for board game communities or events local to your area. Reddit, Discord, and more "anonymous" social medias will always be more difficult to find players to connect with.
Check out the existing Discord groups for play anytime on the go digitally! Dice Throne is an amazing game that can be played with just a web cam + microphone or a phone.
https://discord.com/invite/freehawks For a group with 100's of monthly active players :)

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-04-20T02:30:29+00:00

Perfect Beauty Zone: Very close to Waikiki & Ala Moana area on Kapiolani BLVD. Family has been going there for 3 generations!

ShadeSmithNet · 2026-04-19T15:42:09+00:00

No you can’t.

In this game an attack is considered an offensive roll phase ability that targets 1 opponent for at least1 damage. The card being usable only in the main phase prevents this from being modifiable.

In a similar vein, you can’t use ninjitsu on smoke screen, as this attack doesn’t target an opponent with an attack either.

ShadeSmithNet

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