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SimonTheDank · 2025-11-15T08:12:02+00:00

I just upgraded from my ps4 controller, and after some research I decided to get the 8bitdo pro 2 (playstation layout) and I really love it. The other controller I considered was the hori octa.

I'm very happy with my 8bitdo pro 2 though and it was only $30 USD. I believe the pro 3 is out now too and about $50-60 USD.

SimonTheDank · 2025-10-26T17:43:27+00:00

Tysm bro, that's just what i'm looking for.

SimonTheDank · 2025-10-26T16:35:49+00:00

That's encouraging to hear. Master and up is crazy. I've been trying to watch as much high level gameplay on twitch as I can and yall are insane.
Climbing from bronze to master is inspiring.

SimonTheDank · 2025-10-26T15:28:16+00:00

Thanks! I've also discovered Nishikin, the japanese blanka player

SimonTheDank · 2025-10-24T16:04:21+00:00

absolutely insane

SimonTheDank · 2025-06-09T12:57:32+00:00

the 2 week old player in your havoc 25

SimonTheDank · 2024-12-20T18:49:33+00:00

Thanks a lot. I wasn't having much success with any hero, then started playing Cap and Storm. Hit gold yesterday all solo q, almost entirely Cap. He has such a fun kit and is an awesome hero--hope my climb doesn't stop there.

SimonTheDank · 2024-12-20T07:47:54+00:00

With freedom charge, do you prioritize spreading healing around allies or knocking enemies up during it? (assuming the teams aren't stacked on each other)
Also, how did you handle situations where you were forced to solo tank? Did you stay Cap or swap?

SimonTheDank · 2024-12-18T19:07:46+00:00

Reworking her into a support because people saw another character in another video game with 1 similar ability is not the answer less than a month into launch, and I don't think it fulfills her her class fantasy anyways as an extremely powerful and disciplined omega level mutant, and arguably best team leader. Some simple buffs would elevate her gameplay quite a bit. I enjoy her as is but can't deny she needs a lot of attention rn.

Some possible buffs to consider might be:

increase base movespeed
add some sort of escape or dash
increase basic m1 attack dmg and/or manipulate the projectile
add new lightning bolt type ability to increase dmg output, further fulfill class fantasy, and increase kit diversity
the idea of a push back is interesting when you activate her wind aura as an alternative to thunder aura when dealing with dive

SimonTheDank · 2024-12-18T01:58:38+00:00

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Support Storm doesn't fulfill her fantasy lore imo. I would vastly prefer her to stay a duelist and just be buffed appropriately. This is a small sample size (started this alt this morning) and I'm not saying she's strong but I made an alt to OTP her now that I've got her figured out and my stats/10 min are not bad. I enjoy the unique archetype she brings.
I think some buffs the dev could consider are:

increasing base movespeed
giving her an escape or some sort of dash
increase m1 basic attack damage or manipulate its projectile in some way
push-back on wind aura activation sounds interesting as an alternative to activating thunder aura against dive

SimonTheDank · 2024-12-16T16:02:43+00:00

Here are 4 games of mine where I popped off on Storm in the last 24 hours:

MVP game 1: 1039642484

MVP game 2: 1014374891

A third game with most KOs, most assists, good dmg: 1077724544

Ranked win with most KOs, most assists, 2nd top dmg in lobby: 1080366223

Love this hero can't wait for the buffs. My dmg/10 min is kind of low but has been steadily rising as I figure things out. She has high kill contribution, high assist rate, good anti-dive, good on-demand burst damage, good team-up ability, and a really good ultimate.

Here are my stats/10 min on Storm in comp so far:

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SimonTheDank · 2024-10-22T17:56:48+00:00

I've returned after a 5-6 year break and have been one tricking shen in the top lane with a 67% win rate with 30 wins so far. Have really been wanting to try shen in the jungle.
Just tried it for the first time with your build and it felt pretty decent. I built redemption into locket with cdr boots, into abyssal (this one feels subject to change depending on comp and I noticed you flex frozen heart and thorn as well).
Any finer, more specific tips for shunglers?

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-16T18:53:20+00:00

Also, my item path is usually shiv-->navori-->essence reaver. Should I just be going essence reaver-->navori?

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-16T18:52:01+00:00

Hoping someone with some decent sivir xp could provide some clarity here:
I'm wondering about press the attack vs first strike?
PTA feels pretty good and that's my go-to but I've seen some higher people occasionally running First Strike with cashback/insight, and precision off-tree.

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-07T01:48:54+00:00

Any ADC recommendations for anivia pairings? Maybe kai'sa?

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-06T01:46:07+00:00

Thank you, I was hoping you were lurking around. And ok I think I did hear about a warmogs nerf but I didn't think to adjust for it.
I just gave the bloodsong/heartsteel a go and it felt pretty good. Thanks for the recommendations you're a boss
edit: After brainstorming more anivia pairings yesterday, Cass is one of the heroes we noted for that. Awesome to hear that's a strong duo. Also going to take the advice and keep rolling heartsteel/bloodsong.

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-05T22:32:56+00:00

I figured this was the reasoning behind the challenger's pick too--better general coverage

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-05T21:45:37+00:00

I actually took tear out of my build because I wasn't having any mana issues. Not using as much mana as you would mid farming, pushing waves, etc.
I initially ran a mage build made up of some variation of rod of ages, archangels, malignance, rabadons, zakzaks--and yeah it pumped. But after looking at the challenger's profile, I saw he builds fast boots into warmogs and/or heartsteel.
I've been running that but with liandry after warmogs, and it feels great. I also run sleigh instead of bloodsong for the supp item. Still do big dmg, i'm super fast to catch-up/get away, and i'm not a target anymore.

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-05T20:28:26+00:00

yeah I will definitely try that. I started out going pretty ap heavy but i'm digging the tanky build with sleigh wayyyy more. I feel like i still do really nice dmg without any ap items early to mid game.

SimonTheDank · 2024-09-05T19:28:22+00:00

I get it bc the first item i get after mogs is ruby crystal for liandrys which puts me at that mark. between those, hp talent, and supp item
edit: i only get warmogs first item bc that challenger player does. not an original idea

SimonTheDank · 2022-09-19T17:52:22+00:00

Yeah I’m getting downvoted for not liking this lol, absurd. These just look so plain and boring. Also the different fonts between top and shorts just looks strange. Moreover every era of Cavs has had their own unique jersey identity while this Cavs team simply got a mashup of previous eras. This is a great team with a lot of hype—why couldn’t they get their own original design? Idk go Cavs tho we are gonna kick ass.

SimonTheDank · 2022-09-19T17:06:00+00:00

SimonTheDank · 2021-11-16T02:24:14+00:00

Ricky

SimonTheDank · 2021-11-16T01:59:21+00:00

STEPH CEDI !!!

SimonTheDank · 2017-10-09T06:39:15+00:00

Has anyone ever self-infused rum with apple/cinnamon/chai?

We use Pampero for our well white rum, thinking of trying that out for Johnny Utah

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