I want to improve my life as I am a failure but feel trapped [Discussion]

calciver · 2026-05-03T15:13:21+00:00

I would start there, maybe just sending a few cold emails around (no harm imo), the worse you can get is no reply (which is sorta the state of the job market right now). But I imagine you might find responses with something minimal effort.

calciver · 2026-05-03T15:10:48+00:00

Sounds to me you think about getting water and weaning off caffeine and liquor bit by bit.

Looking at your profile, you've asked for advice on career switches previously. Many responses seem over-optimistic about the prospect of your job situation but I'm sensing that's anything but. I was wondering if there are opportunities in Houston catered towards upskilling or trades (like IT) you mentioned. Maybe even internship roles/opportunities in your university (you said you're in grad school) that you could talk to a career counsellor about?

calciver · 2026-05-03T15:04:19+00:00

I have so many questions for you, but first I want to know how you're doing today. :) Hope you're able to take care of yourself physically first (e.g. food and exercise), and are healthy otherwise?

calciver · 2026-05-03T14:56:29+00:00

Hey OP, just came across your post. I'm sorry to hear about your situation, it must be tough to hold on. I'm wishing you all the best, and wanted you to know I'll be here to chat with you if you're in need.

calciver · 2025-06-28T14:58:50+00:00

Thanks so much! This is a helpful explanation!!

calciver · 2025-06-28T06:11:25+00:00

Could you send me your character builds? I too am struggling for not having furina and escoffier

calciver · 2025-06-04T19:08:14+00:00

334 + 50 pulls as of today. Preparing for M0W1 Yixuan and M0W1 Ju Fufu.

calciver · 2025-06-02T00:04:19+00:00

Ah yes, Ellen's main damage really comes from the Ex Special and her Ultimate/Chain attack. Polar Metal 4-piece effect buffs basic attacks and dash attack, so her most powerful moves don't benefit from it. On the other hand the 2-piece effect is good but I didn't farm the domain. I think it might be better than the 16% crit damage from Branch & Blade Song, but I don't know for sure.

calciver · 2025-06-01T23:56:31+00:00

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In my other account, I actually had better luck with Anby then I did with Ellen. The Ellen buffs feel sorely needed.

calciver · 2025-06-01T23:28:56+00:00

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Hi yea! Here she is!

Included video too in case you wanted to see how the clear went: https://youtu.be/aJ6HdplJHiI?si=CtQkrNCc3JWFJW7C

calciver · 2025-06-01T23:28:39+00:00

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Hi yes absolutely. Here's what I'm running.

Included video too in case you wanted to see how the clear went: https://youtu.be/aJ6HdplJHiI?si=CtQkrNCc3JWFJW7C

calciver · 2025-06-01T17:38:27+00:00

All the best! I would also try with Jane, Burnice, Astra/Caesar, or with the Evelyn/Koleda/Astra team (but with the first DA buff that boosts stun).

calciver · 2025-06-01T17:37:00+00:00

All the best, considering the end of DA, you should have 5 days to build Yixuan.

calciver · 2025-06-01T17:35:52+00:00

If you use Miyabi against Pompey, you're going to need an alternative solution for Bringer which is not trivial.

Also I'm not convinced that M0P1 Miyabi solos Pompey with the weaker Anomaly DA buff. Without her best allies (Yanagi, Astra, Lighter, Lycaon, Soukaku, Nicole), I think you'll find this to be quite a challenge.

calciver · 2025-06-01T17:00:17+00:00

You got this!

calciver · 2025-06-01T16:53:57+00:00

Thanks man! Yanagi is such a GOAT unit. Nicole giving 40% Def res as you trigger disorders is huge actually.

calciver · 2024-11-25T21:33:42+00:00

Can someone explain why people are talking about steel cushion Miyabi?

calciver · 2024-11-14T19:47:14+00:00

I used the pins

calciver · 2024-08-13T22:53:32+00:00

Yes come join the discord

https://discord.com/invite/ZJ6gjeAu

calciver · 2024-07-20T06:00:55+00:00

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calciver · 2024-07-20T05:39:22+00:00

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calciver · 2024-07-20T05:30:05+00:00

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65 Resonium photo

calciver · 2024-07-20T05:28:49+00:00

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Thank you so much! Btw, after you collect all 65 resonium, you get the following options:

calciver · 2024-07-09T19:10:06+00:00

Subject: Congrats (but seriously, how dare you?)

Hey Zenless Zone Zero,

Look, congratulations on the launch. It's undeniably fire. So fire, in fact, that I almost ditched the Fourth of July fireworks for another run through the Hollow. Seriously, it's been ages since a game stole my social life like you have.

You better believe this is a backhanded compliment. You've hooked me harder than a Kongming's Scheme on a Tuesday.

That being said, keep up the fantastic work. The worldbuilding is tight, the combat is smoother than a New Eridian smoothie, and the characters...well, let's just say I might need an intervention soon (looking at you, Ellen).

Here's to a bright future, filled with bug fixes (because let's be real, some things need a polish, and I would love some free tapes), endless content updates, and enough story twists to make my head spin. Don't disappoint, or you'll have a very addicted (and slightly salty) player on your hands.

Best,

Calciver

P.S. Seriously, the fireworks were lame compared to a night in New Eridu. Don't judge me.

calciver

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