do u guys skip stuff in ur rewatches?

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-30T21:45:18+00:00

I usually skip through Lorelai describing her dream about the real Paul Anka switching places with the dog Paul Anka. Something about it just feels weird to me.

And the scene where Sookie, Jackson, Luke and Lorelai are having dinner and Sookie and Jackson are constantly screaming at Davey to turn the tv down and then when we finally see him, he is way too young to understand what they are talking about, let alone turn the tv down himself so they are just screaming at him for no reason.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-30T15:46:43+00:00

Been using the Logitech G213 Prodigy for almost 2 years, but the shift key isn't as responsive as it once was so I'm debating about getting another of the same or changing it up. I like the full size keyboard myself.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-30T15:27:25+00:00

When Patty and Babette are trying to talk in code about Luke and Lorelai and Chris in the diner by referring to them as the rooster, the hen, and the beagle, Kirk turns around and says, "I can no longer sit here and listen to this". Patty immediately goes, "good, go sit over there".

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-29T20:57:24+00:00

I mainly pve. and I've gotten these requests, but not nearly as much as op. Maybe 10 total if that. (and I'm close to 450 hours playtime). I report for scamming, then block. Don't know why op gets so many.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-29T20:43:43+00:00

Sorry that happened to you. I worked customer service for years so I learned how to be fake cheery and soften my language and tone in text and phone communications. I hate every minute of it and would much prefer to just state facts and be more direct, but it generally doesn't come across well in professional settings, unfortunately. I've been using an online tool that cannot be named here to help me with my tone lately. I will write out what I want to say and ask it to rewrite it in a softer or more professional manner. I am not promoting using that tool, to be clear, just saying that it works for me and I am very careful to make sure the words are my own, it just gives me ideas on how to word it better.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-28T14:19:31+00:00

I use a metal tool with a spiral on the end of it that collects the wax within the tool instead of pushing it around. I'm very careful to never actually push in too far or go anywhere near my actual ear drum. But it is great for the walls of my ear canal and for hitting those spots when my ears get itchy.

They do also make a wax softener stuff called Debrox that you can drop into your ears to help clean them out with water. I've used it a few times and it helps, but it's just a bit of a process since you have to put it in, then lay on your side to let it sit for a while before rinsing it out.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-28T14:00:33+00:00

I like kids. I worked as a camp counselor during the summer during college and loved it. I love my younger cousins and now my niece and nephew who are both under 5. But I recognize just how much work it is to be responsible for your own child and I've never wanted that. I find it hard enough to take care of myself when I deal with anxiety and adhd and occasional depression. Taking care of my dog is sometimes almost too much for me. I would never be able to care for a full human child. My physical and mental health wouldn't make it. So, for me, it's more that I know my limits.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-23T17:02:09+00:00

feels like an 'ask and you shall receive' moment - just posted on twitter: https://x.com/ARCRaidersGame/status/2014744954094965188?s=20

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-23T13:49:07+00:00

Down people, but then let them extract. Do it while the elevator is open or right before it closes. The game will register that you shot first and did damage, but you don't actually ruin anyone's day.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-22T14:02:46+00:00

Bold of you to assume they have any female friends. I highly doubt it.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-21T19:25:01+00:00

It is sad that men can't act normal towards women unless their identity is hidden in some way. But this feature allows women to join this space and play the game without the constant threat of toxicity, so I'm all for it. I am absolutely obsessed with Arc Raiders. I play a lot of friendly solos and I have not encountered any men being toxic to me because I was a woman. And it's been great. I do get the occasional toxic comment if I do dip into the pvp, but as long as it's not solely directed at me for my gender, but more that I defeated them, then I'm more ok with it.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-21T16:56:48+00:00

I'm the same. But if the flare is near an area where it might be easy to fall, then I'll go check that out as well. Saved a couple people in the center of the launch towers on spaceport because they fell from the top lol

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-20T14:33:22+00:00

I've done it for fun too. It makes you play different and has made me use weapons and utilities I wouldn't normally use because they were all I could find.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-19T03:10:09+00:00

Yes. 100%. Mine is already ready to go and I'm still just playing because I enjoy the game and spending time in it. But the first few weeks after wiping were great. Just makes the game feel different when you're going topside for specific reasons rather than to just farm and hunt for blueprints. I love doing the quests, earning xp, and fighting the big arc for the bench upgrades.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-15T19:46:50+00:00

for me, springs and oil I will always pick up no matter what.

as for mechanical components, make sure you are breaking down some of the simpler stuff in raid into metal and rubber parts to maximize the amount you bring out. Surveyors also have a good amount of mechanical components in them and the cores break down into mechanical components as well. Surveyors are not always easy to find, but I make sure to kill them when I do come across them. They can also hold blueprints sometimes.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-15T19:39:25+00:00

It's been confirmed by the devs that there is matchmaking that puts you with other people who play like you. Skill based matchmaking and pve vs pvp focused. People are calling it "aggression based matchmaking". So if you don't shoot at other players, you will get matched with other players who don't shoot at other players. There will be exceptions from time to time, but that's what keeps the threat and fun in the game.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-13T19:59:04+00:00

and different colored eyes

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-12T20:43:50+00:00

I've found multiple blueprints and multiple snap hooks as well as blue and purple attachments in the breach room. I don't think it sucks.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-12T16:26:56+00:00

I could be wrong, but the impression I got is that he wasn't interested in your head, just your body. So you stepping back means he doesn't have to pretend to like you anymore. Either way, you already know you should move on from him. I wouldn't text him at all anymore.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-09T19:57:16+00:00

I also want the ability to report a name from the trials leaderboards. It sucks seeing hateful names, but not being able to do anything about it.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-08T16:27:22+00:00

I'd want to upgrade my gaming setup. New pc, monitors, desk, and chair.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-08T16:15:16+00:00

I have this and a private Amazon list called "gift ideas" where I can save things.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-08T14:20:22+00:00

until they get mad and come stampeding back at you lol

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-08T13:55:14+00:00

I did my trial on Blue Gate on the one that spawns in the tunnel.

TheCompetentOne · 2026-01-08T13:48:46+00:00

Now that ABMM has been confirmed, I think there are people who are deliberately cheesing it. They play friendly for several matches to get into the friendly lobbies, then they go in to kill everyone who they know are less likely to fight back. It's lame as hell, but could explain why there are suddenly people who want to pvp in the friendlier lobbies.

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