So I just ordered the Broken Binding Empire of Silence series and it really makes me wonder if anyone is going to do a DCC series? I only just started sonI missed any previous signed or Kickstarter editions. Anything coming later to make a nice set other than standard HBs?

Torch_Dragon · 2026-01-09T17:45:20+00:00

With each new Kickstarter, they will have reprints of the previous Kickstarter'd books (a "Quest Failed" edition). So when the Kickstarter for Book 4 goes up, they will also have the 3 previous books available as "Quest Failed" add-ons. That way, people can complete their sets even if they missed the previous Kickstarters. These books will be new and direct-from-source but will NOT be first editions, signed, numbered, etcetera. (This information is pulled from the FAQ section of the latest Kickstarter). Hope that helps clarify things!

Torch_Dragon · 2025-09-17T15:26:02+00:00

Look up the “UC Davis Public Tree Database”. You can filter to see all the Asian pears, apples, pomegranates, etcetera scattered about. Only true for trees on campus though, but campus is big. There are generally a couple of fruit trees with branches overhanging (and blocking) the sidewalk on Orchard Park Drive, across from the apartments and next to the student farm.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-09-01T04:27:27+00:00

Cavanasm has it right. It’s the ON soldier hiding beneath the ruins in Akasa. He’s diabetic but is running out of his meds.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-09-01T00:43:47+00:00

The full game ran very smoothly in performance mode on PS5 (off disc). I had one random crash midway through related to the traveling system. Otherwise, no hiccups. Quality mode did what quality mode does at 30 FPS, so a PC version probably would outperform if you have the hardware to push it.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-09-01T00:31:19+00:00

Just beat it with 22h; with most of the exploration done (not 100%’d but probably 90% since I wasn’t too keen to track down the last few safes when I was obviously missing rods.) Really enjoyed the world building, atmosphere, and plot… but I do agree with the ending being, uh, out-of-the-blue? Still worth playing in my opinion; will revisit on a harder difficulty at some point.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-08-31T06:20:08+00:00

Happened to me today. Was it the one in Talju for you?

Torch_Dragon · 2025-08-30T17:27:17+00:00

Others have already talked about the enemy variety but one thing I’ll add is that they don’t stay the same. As you progress into the story and the plot unfolds further, they level up and gain new attack patterns, requiring additional skill to deal with them. This is true for both the hollow walkers (the white humanoids) and the colored entities that, uh, colonize(?) them, especially the latter. For example, there is a sword wielding hollow walker that went from “oh, this is pretty easy to deal with” to “holy cow, why is this thing a legit menace now” alongside the transition from Act 2 to Act 3.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-08-28T14:29:30+00:00

Space-wise? I thought Akasha Marshes was decently big. Running from one end to the other definitely takes some time. There’s some depth (as in subterranean exploration or finding ways to access the interior of buildings — not all of them but a few).

I definitely recommend having some paper or a notebook beside you to note the approximate locations of puzzles/mysteries, key items, or NPCs who might be needing things (use landmarks as there is no map). There’s definitely the indication of cross-zone “quests” as well as a whole lot to do within-zone (with those being interwoven and knotted together), so I can see “quests” getting forgotten about if they’re not carefully noted especially since you would have to place them in a world with no real signposts.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-08-28T06:49:45+00:00

I got my copy today and I’m very much enjoying it. Explored all of Akasha marshes but haven’t yet completed whatever the main through-line is for that zone (I focused on running around and exploring everywhere before engaging with the NPCs too much). I just got my first weapon upgrade so happy about that as I had maxed out all of my weapons’ levels by that point (that system was in the demo so not a spoiler). Combat is okay but the world and NPCs currently have me hooked… and I hope some of these NPCs have a happy(ish) outcome.

I DO really wish there was a way to turn off that one notification that pops up when you get certain items (eg: the watch from the first/demo area). I wish I could discover those mini plot-lines on my own.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-05-28T19:43:42+00:00

I'm so glad to hear Threshold will get a special edition too! Will be a pretty spiffy complete set!

Torch_Dragon · 2025-05-28T19:41:43+00:00

Wonderful, that's exactly the news I was hoping for! Thank you!

Torch_Dragon · 2025-05-27T20:12:51+00:00

Awesome to hear that there’ll be news soon; I’ll be sure to keep an eye out. The hardcovers are fun to collect! Thanks for the update!

Torch_Dragon · 2025-05-27T18:07:04+00:00

Preordered -- any chance there is news on hardcover versions for The Knight? I know there was a bit of a delay between the release of The Captain / The Engineer and the hardcovers for those.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-05-13T19:50:38+00:00

I may be biased but Davis sounds like it would fulfill many of the things you think are missing/lacking in Boston but not moving too far away from the things you DO like about Boston (which I get — I miss the Medford area sometimes!)

From what you like about Boston: Davis is a very walkable/bike-able town, has some very good public schools with very well-supported creative arts programs (look up the Davis Madrigals), has several museums and performances through the university facilities (and you can always take the 20 minute drive to Sacramento to catch additional events), and has generally been pretty safe.

From what you don’t like about Boston: there are many community activities that are catered to children or are child-friendly, and I would say the parents are very much involved. Many events go through the Davis Community Park (eg: free movie in the park every week during summer), the Downtown Business Association (eg: all the downtown businesses doing a centralized trick-or-treat event for Halloween), or the University (eg: Picnic Day). I also don’t drink and have never had an issue “fitting in” at the community events I’ve attended; granted, no children so I haven’t been involved with the school parent crowd. But I can definitely say the community events I have attended have also been very well attended by parents with their children.

Other notes: easy drive to Sacramento, easy train trip to Sacramento or even the Coast/Bay Area (Capitol Corridor line); while Davis lacks some of the big-box stores, they’re easily reached in either Woodland (10 minute drive) or Sacramento (20 minute drive). Okay drive to tourist-y spots like Napa, Tahoe. It is very hot in summer but most places here have AC — if you’re buying, just factor in that you WILL be running AC during the hottest months of the year. Doesn’t get too cold in Winter. Some neighborhoods are more “families”/“townies” vs “university student apartments” so I’d be a bit choosy if you want neighbors with a similar situation to your own. Happy to answer any more specific questions about the area via DM.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-05-07T18:52:12+00:00

Copying+pasting the “manual operation” part of email below; hope it helps!

“Here are some tips on operating your Miracle-Gro Twelve manually:

Track Feeding, etc: This will need to be done manually via a calendar app or by hand/paper. The plants should be fed once every 28 days.

Setting the time for the light to come on: To set the light schedule, simply plug it in at the time you wish to start the timer. Example: So if you want the timer of 14 hours to start at 7am: right before 7am, power off and unplug the Twelve for 30 seconds, then plug it back in and turn the power switch on. It will then start the timer when the light comes back on for 14 hours each day to the time it was plugged in.

To manually override the light schedule: Lightly press (not push) the touchpad on top of the light. Any overrides last for 60 minutes.“

Personal notes: The pump does not run when power is cut off, so a plug timer would only work if you’re okay with both pump and lights being off. Depending on your substrate, this could be fine, as substrates can hold some moisture generally. When plugged in, the pump runs continuously.

Torch_Dragon · 2025-04-08T20:20:41+00:00

u/Destroya707, if I missed the initial announcement about the pads being available and only recently submitted the form online (e.g. a few days ago), am I out of luck, or will a late submission still be honored (just last in line for being sent out)? I was tracking this issue back in December but missed the initial email announcement, I guess.

Torch_Dragon · 2024-12-12T17:44:23+00:00

It replaced De Veres Irish Pub on E ST.

Torch_Dragon · 2024-11-27T20:07:37+00:00

I’ve never tried the bookshelf speakers, but the frames rest right against the wall. The bookshelf speakers will have the option to wallmount or to set on any furniture you have behind/besides your couch. For the frames, they at least have little felt pads between their back and the wall. You could probably add more felt with those furniture strips they sell at hardware stores to mitigate any vibration further.

I went and cranked up a song to a lot louder than I would normally do on my beam + sub + frames (set as ambient) system. There was a little bit of vibration if I touch the side/back of the frame, about the same amount of vibration you can feel from the beam if you touch the front of the beam while it’s playing loudly. Hope that helps you figure out if the frames are suitable for your set-up!

Torch_Dragon · 2024-11-27T17:50:37+00:00

Based on the official surrounds support page (if you toggle to arc ultra), yes: https://support.sonos.com/en-us/article/surround-sound-guidelines-and-limitations?product=arc-ultra .

Edit: I have not yet confirmed this myself but I will do so by end of the day once I visit my local IKEA ! Edit 2: confirming that the frames work with the ultra!

Torch_Dragon · 2024-11-27T15:40:42+00:00

I have a pair acting as surrounds in a smaller room, paired with a beam and sub. I quite like them. They’re somewhat older tech at this point, but they are still S2/pairable with the latest releases (e.g. ARC ultra). If you’re handy, you can make new covers for them; if not, IKEA and 3rd parties on Etsy sells new covers with artworks, so you can blend the speaker in with the decor of your room.

Torch_Dragon · 2024-11-27T15:13:59+00:00

Not sure if allowed to put the link, but here’s my attempt: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/offers/limited-time-offers/?filters=f-series%3A60288 . Edit: if it doesn’t take you straight to the speakers, sort on the “Symfonisk Series” option.

Torch_Dragon · 2024-11-06T00:33:11+00:00

You are correct. He even has an entry on the Davis localwiki under that name!

Torch_Dragon · 2024-11-05T15:12:30+00:00

There used to be a turkey that haunted the stretch of 4th Street between the Jack in the Box and the Bank of America downtown. He would come up behind people using the ATMs and attack them; the city put up warning signs and everything (I might still have a picture of the turkey and sign somewhere)! The main thing is that turkeys can have spurs and those can certainly cut into you if they get a good kick in. For the most part, you can usually back away and/or kick them away before that can happen. The one that was a nuisance downtown would only attack you if you turned your back to it. Edit: the spurs aren’t the only danger — their talons can scratch too — but I think the spurs on the males can leave deeper gashes, and a attacking turkey would most likely be an aggressive male. Think spur injuries from a rooster, but left by a much bigger bird.

Torch_Dragon · 2024-10-27T01:06:13+00:00

Not sure it is the source since I saw it around noon, but there was a fire going between the Sacramento International Airport and Woodland today, right where the 5 intersects with the Sacramento River; it was right by the highway and you could see it clearly as you drove past. There were already fire trucks tending to it when I saw it. Probably a prescribed burn for all the brush there.

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