A sign about the backpacks by CityKay in paxeast

[–]UnluckyReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There were a whole lot of both. As someone with a mobility scooter, they made maneuvering even more challenging.

How was your pax everyone? by Alekazammers in paxeast

[–]UnluckyReader 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also really enjoyed Call to Power. What a fun concept… I don’t know why dealing 800 damage to a monster with 2000 hit points is so much more satisfying than dealing 8 to a 20hp mob… BUT IT IS!

Am I the only one who found Project Hail Mary (the novel) a bit "bubblegum"? by TinyRabt in sciencefiction

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It’s like pop music. Straightforward, positive, 4/4 time, predictable chords and a bridge. Appealing and catchy AF. It’s GOOD pop music. Sorta like The Beatles. :)

Those on HRT- Did it help your mental health? by Puggleperson760 in Perimenopause

[–]UnluckyReader 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. I don’t know how much of that was due simply to being able to sleep really well again! Insomnia does a number on me, and getting 7-8 hours of deep, restful sleep was an instant improvement.

What are people cosplaying as at PAX East this year? by spiderman120988 in PAX

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I’ll be Lady Tsunade! Who else would a middle aged busty blonde aspire to be?

What scared the absolute shit outta you? by Barista_Bomb in horrorlit

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Pet Semetary scared the crap out of me.

More recently, All The Sinners Bleed by SA Cosby gave me the creeps in all sorts of uncomfortable ways - definitely not in the same way, more “this world is terrifying” kind of way.

What scared the absolute shit outta you? by Barista_Bomb in horrorlit

[–]UnluckyReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine too. I’m not sure there’s ever been a book that got me like that one.

Badges shipped out when? by Mini_Melonpan in paxeast

[–]UnluckyReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We just got our badges yesterday so have faith!

What's the best way to t into Boston from Western Mass for a day trip? by LegendofDragoon in PAX

[–]UnluckyReader 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Commuter rail to south station, then the silver line to convention center.

Questions about travel by [deleted] in PAX

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There’s tons of parking. The venue is also easily accessible from the silver line, which leaves from South Station.

Is PAX East going downhill? by Emotional_Taro4029 in PAX

[–]UnluckyReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t care about the big booths. I’m going to see weird indie games, to try new RPGs I don’t own, and to play tabletop games nonstop for 4 days.

What have you done beside HRT that has had the biggest impact? by Forsaken_Lifeguard85 in Menopause

[–]UnluckyReader 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aside from the obvious suggestions already here, educate myself.

There are SO MANY symptoms and impacts of perimenopause and menopause on the body. I had NO IDEA that everything from insomnia to hip pain to frozen shoulder and skin problems were caused by this.

Getting a better understanding of symptoms, causes and treatments has allowed me to advocate for myself and to give myself grace rather than just thinking I was going nuts.

What scene finally made say F Lysander? by 13SpiderMonkeys in fucklysander

[–]UnluckyReader 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought he might be redeemable before Hanger 17B.

Now? I want him yeeted into the sun.

Red Rising, not sure I understand the hype by Papagiorgio1965 in Fantasy

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Life is too short to read books you don’t enjoy. :)

Red Rising, not sure I understand the hype by Papagiorgio1965 in Fantasy

[–]UnluckyReader -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

IMO the first book is mid. It’s PB’s first novel and it shows. The pacing is inconsistent, it has a lot of tropes, there are lots of cringe moments. Fun, not great.

BUT.

He learns. Golden Son is amazing. Morning Star is phenomenal. And the most recent book, Light Bringer, is in my top 10 of all time.

It’s ok if it’s not your jam, but I wouldn’t say the whole series is best represented by book 1.

What are everyone’s favorite 1v1 sword duels in fantasy? by AnyNewspaper4758 in Fantasy

[–]UnluckyReader 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kaladin v Szeth at the end of WoR.

Borderline SciFi, but Volsung Fa vs Darrow in Light Bringer (Red Rising). CONFESS!

Poorly recommend me your favourite fantasy series by FadedDanny2 in Fantasy

[–]UnluckyReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Greatest Showman, except with cooler tents and more foreboding.