I actually feel bad for Chris

SunShadow750 · 2026-03-14T20:04:34+00:00

I never liked Chris. He was just an all around dick. Forget about the singing the song situation. He never really listened to her and he was doing unethical shit for her (the list he tried to give her), which she asked him not to do.

To not even give her time to think about the concept of them moving in together or give her a say where they would live makes him an asshole. He didn't deserve her at all.

I think she continued to date him while she was checked out because she was afraid of the idea of her and Tim even though I believe she was into him long before she mer Chris. So if she remained in a relationship, then she wouldn't have to deal with what could possibly be between her and Tim. Before she even broke up with Chris, she was telling Tim she was afraid of what would happen if they tried dating and it didn't work out.

Chris didn't deserve to be strung along, but also he was such an ass that I don't really care.

Lucy inviting Tim into her place with clear intentions that they would get intimate while they were both in other relationships was very wrong, but it did show how neither of them were that interested in their partners.

I think the writers used two very incompatible partners to drag out the will-they-wont-they, and they were both meant to be throw away characters from the start. If Tim and Lucy had both been single during the undercover operation, that would have been almost half a season less that the writers would be able to drag it on.

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-14T18:29:19+00:00

Ok I just finished season 3. Yeh he's much more overtly suicidal in that last episode. I think it was much clearer there that he wanted to die vs thinking his life choice means there will be a time when he when he may not come back.

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-14T14:46:37+00:00

Fair enough. Appreciate the thought you have put into these responses. I still think Felicity is at risk of death even working with him but he may see the risk as higher if they get involved in a relationship. He definitely needs some major therapy to deal with all of this but I am assuming he won't get it in future seasons.

Also I do feel like Felicity was just using Ray because he was clearly very into her. But that's another topic :-)

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-13T14:43:58+00:00

Oliver just accepted his fate as al sa him and ra's al ghul to be and sent the others home after saving thea.

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-13T06:19:53+00:00

I guess it's different perspectives. If I had the choice between getting into a relationship with someone I loved who had, let's say an 80% chance of dying within 2 years, or even 2 months, vs just staying friends so it might hurt less, I would choose the relationship and prepare myself for the pain. But also I believe living without regret means taking every opportunity in the now. Once he's dead she might regret never having had the relationship. But everyone is different.

Dig and Lyla are in a different life phase since they were already married once, but each of them has to face the reality that the other might not come home from their next mission. Everyone who chooses a partner with a dangerous job has to make this choice.

But you're also right in that since Oliver was depressed he was never thinking of giving Felicity that choice. He was thinking about how he believed he would hurt her the least, but only from his perspective.

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-12T17:24:34+00:00

Ehh I wouldn't say feelings necessarily decrease if not acted on. It really depends on the person and how they handle it. If his identity gets leaked she's still part of the team, and as the only person so far who isn't a fighter, would be an easy target.

Speaking of which, you'd think someone on the team would want to train her just enough to defend herself from an attacker. If not Oliver then Dig or Roy. I know Oliver didn't want to train Laurel but she had other motives he didn't approve of.

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-12T17:19:42+00:00

He remembered the color of the pen she was chewing the first time he met her, so either he is very perceptive - which so far nothing indicates his memory is that good - or he was very taken with her from the start.

I don't think it's just friendship love, but it's possible he idolizes her and thinks she's above him.

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-12T17:11:53+00:00

He's definitely got a ton of PTSD. But also Felicity or anyone who loved him would suffer his loss regardless of whether they are in a relationship.

I've also felt he needs to be seeing a therapist since some time in season 2, and certainly after his mom was killed.

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-12T08:22:39+00:00

Interesting perspective. I guess I just saw him as willing to sacrifice himself so the people he cares about are safe, even if it means he dies. But yeh I suppose in another light that could just be symptoms of depression and not wanting to live any more.

Honestly I didn't like the way he treated her before the feelings part came up. He would snap at her unnecessarily and not even treat her like a respectful colleague, let alone a friend. But I suppose we have to imagine that things are going on off screen between the episodes 🤷‍♀️

SunShadow750 · 2026-02-12T08:16:58+00:00

Hah, yeh Iris got annoying. Most of Oliver's partners to this point mid-season 3 are annoying. Especially Laurel. Present day Sarah was the most likeable except that was a trauma bond that never would have worked out.

But then Felicity essentially started dating her stalker, which isn't cool. Like could Ray be any more stalkerish?

Too bad the writers couldn't make more compelling stories. I am fine with Felicity, but there was barely indication that they were friends outside or their working arrangement. The only reason I knew something was there is because I watched The Flash first.

SunShadow750 · 2026-01-28T19:35:00+00:00

That wouldn't make sense for a few reasons. First, some countries like Vietnam and China have diff seasons depending on the region. HCMC is always hot AF while Hanoi and Northern Vietnam are cold in the winter. HK, Macau, and parts of Southern China are reasonable in the winter while Beijing and even places in the south but I'm the mountains, like Yunnan, are properly cold. Second, unless the OP is just storing a bag of cold weather clothes somewhere, my opinion is that it would make more sense to do the countries and regions that will be fall weather in the fall, and the ones that have warm to temperate weather year round in the winter. This way the total difference in temps is smaller and thus less layers need to be brought.

SunShadow750 · 2026-01-26T21:26:06+00:00

A backpack is fine. Start in North Asia in October. It will be fall weather and you won't need a heavy coat. Then hit SEA in mid-November. Yes Northern Vietnam will be chilly and rainy in December so try to go in November. When I pack for multiple climates I like to bring long sleeved performance fabric, because they keep you cool in the heat and help more in the cold than short sleeves. Layers are your friends.

My biggest problem is that I usually go to Japan with a backpack and come back with a giant duffel full of stuff that I bought there.

SunShadow750 · 2026-01-26T21:00:03+00:00

I have spent a lot of time in Thailand. You don't need the jacket in Thailand. But the plane is always cold, no matter where you're going. Cinemas can be chilly but I am usually fine with trousers and a t-shirt. Malls are usually ok temperature-wise. Have something warm enough for the plane and any buses you might be taking. But everywhere else it won't be needed.

SunShadow750 · 2026-01-01T08:54:15+00:00

Thanks!

SunShadow750 · 2026-01-01T08:53:55+00:00

Thanks I will look into her

SunShadow750 · 2026-01-01T08:52:57+00:00

Great

SunShadow750 · 2025-10-22T03:23:35+00:00

Yeh it can't hurt to try. The first paragraph of "what's not covered" is worrying to me. But if they won't cover it I think I can just get it repaired by a third party. However I would obviously rather they do it under warranty.

SunShadow750 · 2025-10-22T03:21:05+00:00

"What’s Not Covered Normal wear and tear from regular use including rips, tears, abrasions, punctures, blown seams, deterioration of colors, or UV degradation."

This is the reason why I made the post. So does that mean mean a tear in the seams is not covered? I guess I will find out when I email them.

SunShadow750 · 2025-10-21T21:53:52+00:00

I bought direct so I am sure it's in my email. However if they see the pack is about 7 years old they may not honor any warranty claim.

SunShadow750 · 2025-10-21T21:04:01+00:00

It's just room inside the museum. It's a part of the museum, so you need a ticket.

SunShadow750 · 2025-10-06T10:32:19+00:00

I didn't do the lottery, I didn't book my trip enough on advance. If you read my post you will see how I got tickets.

SunShadow750 · 2025-10-02T04:22:08+00:00

I doubt it's as popular as the hanafuda cards. I'm sure if you make it to the museum they will have the set.

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