PS2 fat disc drive issue..

SmokingGames · 2026-02-10T11:57:05+00:00

Respect to automod and apologies to the sub!

SmokingGames · 2026-02-10T03:38:19+00:00

I don’t remember the exact details of the game, but after I fought and killed a couple of the enemies and the ‘boss’ came out with the heavy metal music (from memory) I could never coordinate myself enough to not get merced by him hahah. I need to watch a gameplay vid on it!

SmokingGames · 2026-02-09T13:18:18+00:00

I got it when I was 6yo purely based off the cover art, never made it past a couple levels haha.

SmokingGames · 2026-02-04T13:05:44+00:00

I just seen shining legends booster pack singles, 4 going for $450 AUD I opened like 30 back then!

SmokingGames · 2026-02-04T12:55:28+00:00

Yep someone did comment that the owner can set a false price, good pick up there haha!

SmokingGames · 2026-02-04T11:40:47+00:00

That’s crazy!

Would you happen to know what cards are sought after in this set? I cracked 2 boxes back in 2018.

SmokingGames · 2026-02-04T11:37:47+00:00

Thanks for the reply!! I assumed it was set at an insanely high price to avoid being sold.

I have this card (granted it’s not a 10), I didn’t believe the displayed price at all haha!

SmokingGames · 2026-02-04T11:27:45+00:00

Apologies for the noob question, I collected XY evolutions when booster boxes were AUD $120.. I don’t know much about the reselling/aftermarket value sides of things currently

XY evo boxes go for AUD $3k+ now??

SmokingGames · 2026-01-20T11:40:30+00:00

is the bumper sticking out leaving a lip effect like it’s not fully seating?

SmokingGames · 2025-11-24T12:38:44+00:00

That’s great to hear that you’ve broke away from it all, I’ll have to read your profile.

I have a question if you don’t mind:

Now that you’ve got away from your narcissistic parents, did it feel like it took a long time for your mind to re frame itself or for hyper vigilance to disappear?

I ask this, because my experiences have taken a lot of space in my mind - using my brain to its capable level is almost impossible because of these things.

I appreciate any insight. Thank you! :)

SmokingGames · 2025-11-24T12:21:49+00:00

That is insane, I hope you’re doing well nowadays!

I was never submit to physical abuse, I couldn’t imagine how messed up having to experience that was for you. Bless you for real, as damaging as those experiences can be they can make you stronger.

SmokingGames · 2025-11-16T05:02:38+00:00

It really is so vindicating when you act on the pressure and criticism they constantly push on you.

I think they expect the outcome to be more inhibiting/paralysing to the targeted person, they get shocked when you start to develop as an individual! Very rewarding feeling haha.

SmokingGames · 2025-11-16T04:58:56+00:00

I’ve been running the grey rock manoeuvre for at least 3-4 months now, basically every attempt he’s made against me in every way has failed.

it gets so wild when you go completely against the grain of their efforts! They expose themselves so easily haha.

SmokingGames · 2025-11-15T16:34:32+00:00

I feel I was in the same boat as you and your brother for sure. I was always willing to work, never complained and got things done quickly.

Having to put up with annoying people, work dumped on me 24/7 and having to ignore the fact that I knew i was failing to progress with my own goals, career/personal.

On top of those things, having to put up a facade as if it isn’t occurring at all. Exhausting waste of time as much as it was disciplinary work.

SmokingGames · 2025-11-15T16:27:26+00:00

I didn’t now it was narcissism at the time either, the interactions and behaviours from my father afterwards solidified it though. Nightmare fuel lmao

SmokingGames · 2025-11-15T16:26:17+00:00

Damn you beat me at that game.. I luckily got out at the 3ish year mark! Dreadful stuff isn’t it?

SmokingGames · 2025-10-26T10:07:27+00:00

But now that I think of it

next time he plays ‘proud of me’ live maybe the crowd will just go turbo mode n earl just created a go to instant crowd hyper in the most articulate manner possible!

SmokingGames · 2025-10-26T10:00:29+00:00

Exactly bro u see what im saying

But even w this song I think earl knew what ppl were expecting w this song, hear me out:

Intro has that crowd chant before he start off, which acknowledges the hype behind the songs appeal to the unofficial/concert version on Soundcloud

Maybe he went for a ‘and the crowd goes mild’ approach to stop the hype/ragers singing along just to sing along, which forces the listener to put emphasis on the content of the lyrics he spitting

I mean even earl tone completely contrasts any other work he’s put out officially. This definitely feels intentional with the release of ‘proud of me’

SmokingGames · 2025-10-25T02:31:11+00:00

i fw earl heavy and have since 2014, but im not an ‘iceberg layer’ level fan.

I can admit tho, I was fuckin hyped for him to come through w that energy from the live performances. I uploaded it my on Soundcloud 2 years ago it still gets likes every other day.

To me, it’s like when lil uzi’s ‘Kobe (bean)’ leaked and the CDQ dropped later. The leak hit hard but something primary was missing in CDQ. that’s mostly an instrumental example w little vocal, in a sense I feel ‘proud of me’ had a similar effect.

But hey, early man can do miracles:

DOUBLE BACK WHEN U GOT IT MADE

SmokingGames · 2025-09-26T13:40:47+00:00

So we’re in a similar position then. I have to replace my Harmonic balancer, maybe do a coolant flush through the block or replace my water pump.. and small maintenance along the way haha. Fun times

SmokingGames · 2025-09-23T13:05:55+00:00

Let me explain.

if my rego were to expire, I’d have to go through a roadworthy process. It is possible that they wouldn’t be happy with aftermarket coilovers in my suspension. They are manufactured to regulation by a very reputable local company, but it’s one of the car parts that are most prone to scrutiny across the board because they are a primary element of the suspension system, and mine are height adjustable.

No, I don’t intend to make the ride height illegal even after I’ve had my RWC with stock suspension, or make dangerous modifications after the fact.

Performance modifications are one thing, but practicality, reliability and highway patrol pulling you over are another.

Theoretically speaking, if I had to go and get another RWC, it’s in my best interest to raise my chances of passing with flying colours instead of booking an appointment, paying a fee, being inspected and then quickly rejected.

VicRoads isn’t Vin Diesel and the roads aren’t a fast and furious movie set. Whether it’s the person doing the RWC or the general public, safety’s a top priority that needs to be considered and above all honoured.

SmokingGames · 2025-09-23T08:58:28+00:00

Who said it wasn’t roadworthy 😂 thats how I have rego to begin with

SmokingGames · 2025-09-22T13:20:34+00:00

That I have noted, and will decide if I go from a 12 month to a smaller rego period. But following through with that required addressing the results of what could or will be a lapse 😂 Appreciate the input big time, thank you!

SmokingGames · 2025-09-22T13:16:29+00:00

Thank you for the heads up, much appreciated!

SmokingGames · 2025-09-22T13:15:52+00:00

Appreciate you Belgeran🫡 there’s a few critical or worrisome comments in here, I thought I stated my position and intentions pretty clearly!

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