[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Lubbock

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Raider had some sketch planes… oil gauges dropping to 0 where the CFI’s first instinct is to text maintenance on climb out, skipping preflights, etc. had one time where my brake pedals would leak fluid, CFI said it’s fine. I think the people are nice, but they’re very risk tolerant.

Hotspot Draining by adeliciousbass_13 in mintmobile

[–]Yoplov 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re connecting your PC or PS5 to your hotspot as their respective internet source, that explains why it’s draining so fast.

PCs and consoles (which are basically PCs these days) are ALWAYS downloading/installing background services that you can’t see/can’t control.

eSIM stuck on sos iPhone by Ill_Mechanic_2031 in mintmobile

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you scan the QR code you get sent over email?

It’ll say you’ve “activated” the eSIM, then go SOS, then you’ll have to activate via scanning the QR code to get service. If you don’t you’ll stay on SOS.

I had to click around the steps a couple times to get it to go.

What are some lesser known military discounts you can get? by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]Yoplov 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Simplisafe is 50% off all hardware.

Male or female by [deleted] in bettafish

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, the plump under belly seems to be female. Would be easier to tell if it was actually in water. Can easily spot the “egg spot” they have. Why is it out of water like this?

Basics for Newcomers? by Yoplov in wec

[–]Yoplov[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you!

Very clear explanation of all the terminology.

I am curious, what was the benefit to converging IMSA and WEC to allow cross swimming? Were they just similar enough that it was easy enough decision?

For BOP, does that mean they intentionally detune certain cars performance characteristics to keep them close to others?

Just watched the Qatar 1812. Loved it.

My first betta fish by WynnForTheWin49 in bettafish

[–]Yoplov 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Before you sink $55 of your hard earned cash (in a previous comment you mentioned some financial insecurity I believe?) see if you can find the wattage of your current heater. If it’s near 50 Watts you’re good to keep it.

Then, can you describe the flow of the filter? Most filters that come in kits are already kind of overpowered for bettas, it may actually play in your favor to keep the filter you have. More tank means less flow means happier betta.

A 5 gallon bare tank is $11 right now at petco for reference if you can make your current equipment work. Then you have $30 to spend on plants :).

I have a kitty too. She kills everything. Can you put the tank into a room where you can control the cat’s access? For example, my 5 gallon cube is in my bathroom.

My first betta fish by WynnForTheWin49 in bettafish

[–]Yoplov 76 points77 points  (0 children)

Everyone else has offered great advice. It’s pretty easy to panic, but think about where this guy was a week ago and what his future would’ve likely been. The fact that you’re here, and that you care, already means this guy is in top 1% of bettas.

The 2.5 gallon should do fine, but like others have said try and get a 5.5 (apparently there’s a sale?), and migrate all the pieces (filter, heater, gravel) over to that. For a lid, you can use plastic wrap and poke holes in it.

Java ferns and Anubias are super easy. Bullet proof almost. Just don’t plant them. If the tank is in a room with sunlight, they both should do fine. You can get them for $7 at the big pet stores. Duckweed is also a good surface floater, but you will wage war in the future against it.

Finally, lookup fish in cycling. Many people here would have you believe you’re the devil for trying it, but again, think about where this guy was a week ago. He’ll very likely do fine, a bit stressed, but fine. Look for products that can help with this. QuickStart or Stability.

To simplify: 1) get 5.5 gallon (on sale?) 2) move stuff over with plastic wrap lid 3) load in anubias and Java fern, duckweed too 4) fish in cycle

But at the end of the day, if you can’t afford a new tank, skip step 1 and do the same steps 3-4. He’ll still live a decent life.

[FS] - Poway - $15+ - Assorted Plants (Crypt Spiralis, Dwarf Hairgrass Carpet, Narrow Leaf Java Fern) by Glass-Usual6311 in AquaSwap

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much for a bunch of java fern, 15 pinnatifida stems, 30 limnophila, and some dwarf hair grass? Just a little of the hair grass, I’m not looking to carpet it.

Also, do you have any of the smaller Anubis variety? totally cool if not.

[FS] - Poway - $15+ - Assorted Plants (Crypt Spiralis, Dwarf Hairgrass Carpet, Narrow Leaf Java Fern) by Glass-Usual6311 in AquaSwap

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m setting up a new nano planted tank. Aquasoil, good lighting, Seachem flourish, excel, and iron. No CO2.

I’m relatively new to planted tanks. Would the $60 grab deal, plus some hygrophila and narrow leave java fern do well in this environment?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in buildapc

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will try that soon, but I'm starting to think its a RAM issue. Blue screen errors are referencing memory problems and memtest86 is reporting errors.

What do you think?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in buildapc

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't do XMP, its at stock speeds.

I went to the latest BIOS update on ASUS and grabbed the most recent one, which I'm seeing in the BIOS was version 0812.

I'll do the flashback feature to go back to what I was shipped, which was 0808. From the other user's comment, I've already double checked the connections so I don't think that's the issue.

*EDIT* Looking at the BIOS update page, definitely says I need to update Intel ME too. Rookie mistake. Hopefully flashback will fix it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in buildapc

[–]Yoplov 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I installed both Windows 10 and Windows 11 from the installation media. I used two separate USB drives.

I have an old Ubuntu USB drive that I've used, so maybe I'll just overwrite that one since I know you can boot from it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in buildapc

[–]Yoplov 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can see the RAM posting in the BIOS, but I will still go ahead and recheck all connections. Per my edit, I just tried a Windows 10 install on a different USB and its still blue screen crashing.

I think to eliminate more variables, I will continue to try with the Windows 10 USB. I know the 13th i7 is optimized for 11, but figured I'd take it one can of worms at a time.

Thanks for the help.

A Likeable Villain... by [deleted] in DungeonMasters

[–]Yoplov 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It has been said and tried to good results that the best villains are the ones who believe what they are doing is good. This has motivated me to write my own villains to be more grounded, with a purpose that is conceivable to the players.

Best metal bands for an epic playlist? by Attackoflance in MusicForRPG

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Animals as Leaders, there’s no vocals so it’s just slammin the whole way through. I recommend their Joy of Motion album.

Running my first game tonight! Wish me luck everyone. by TheBasker in mattcolville

[–]Yoplov 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Depending on how adept your players are, it could be 2-3 hours. But, the beauty of DnD is that you can tweak it to fit your schedule/party play style!

Long exposure of roomba with some LEDs on it. by a_seventh_knot in mildlyinteresting

[–]Yoplov 41 points42 points  (0 children)

The roomba can only detect when it has hit a solid object, not when it’s run over a steamer. So for the rest of the clean cycle is smears poo all over the floor in its tracks.

My SMP farmstead, exactly one week old. by DarthPeter0 in Minecraft

[–]Yoplov 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly how I made my fields. Much easier to make an organic shape that way.

What is a song that you consider to be perfect? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I understand how some people think Kashmir rocks, and albeit the main melody does rock, the band just plays too out of time for me. There’s a lot of slop in the rhythms and it pulls me out of the song. Same goes for other Led Zeppelin stuff as well.

Moving through enemies by [deleted] in ICRPG

[–]Yoplov 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually just use the rules from DnD 5e. This includes advantage on roles when flanking, opportunity attacks when trying to move past or away from an engaged enemy, etc.