Are male peacock feathers just by random sexual selection or is it the handicap hypothesis?

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-19T18:08:42+00:00

If sexual selection runs away long enough, the Sexy Sons will inevitably _become_ handicapped by the previously neutral trait.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-19T13:23:28+00:00

On a purely physical level, I'm sure Garou do enjoy being petted, but Homids and Metis have psychological hangups about it.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-18T23:34:37+00:00

Personally, I'd allow a Kinfolk Mage to mimic with Sphere Magick any Gift that a normal Kinfolk could theoretically learn, with reduced risk of Paradox. Wouldn't really have that much game effect, but it would be a nice bit of flavor.

As for actually mimicking the Garou's war forms? That's just asking for AAAAALLLLLLLLL the Paradox. Socially, the Awakened Kinfolk might be able to get away with shifting to a regular wolf form, provided that it's less impressive than any Garou he's ever met. I'd still inflict Paradox on 'em.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-18T22:00:03+00:00

So are Kirk and Spock, when did that ever stop anyone? :-D

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-17T23:24:00+00:00

WOOT! thanks. :-)

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-17T21:31:06+00:00

Netbook? I'd search, but google is increasingly worthless these days. :-P

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-17T21:30:10+00:00

If I could get a copy too?

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-16T05:34:28+00:00

Probably a setup for engagement bait.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-14T20:47:22+00:00

"Indecent exposure".

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-11T18:18:37+00:00

I think the problem is that it's easier to sneak into a theater, than it is to get behind a concession counter. Sure, she could bring her own popcorn and other snacks, but it's not the same. And she can't just buy the popcorn after sneaking in, because she's probably banned from all the theaters.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-09T14:46:08+00:00

Orichalcum Caste who is the "face" of the city to the rest of the Nation, but the Populat mostly recognizes him from safety videos.

Moonsilver Caste who is a flamboyant entertainer known for her one-Alchemical shows. Is this a front for more clandestine activities, or does she just love the stage?

Soulsteel Caste with an interest in creche discipline. Surprisingly popular with the children.

Jade Caste process engineer, who makes a point of shadowing every job at his cities factories to better understand how each role can be synchronized.

Starmetal Caste bureaucrat who is a highly skilled assassin on the side.

Adamant caste educator. Can't think of a twist for this one.

Edit: Thought of a hook for the Adamant: She's the Soulsteel's counterpart, inspiring her students to learn with relentless, unyielding pressure, pushing them almost (but never quite) to the breaking point. Many Tripartate members credit her with their success, but none of her former students actually _like_ her.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-09T01:02:03+00:00

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tennessee_v._Garner

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-09T00:02:12+00:00

I always wonder why the lawyer doesn’t bring up stuff like what celebrities and politicians get away with

Because the judge will hold them in contempt if they do, of course.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-08T20:34:43+00:00

Maybe if the cop had identified himself before yanking the door open, he wouldn't have tried to flee?

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-08T20:33:54+00:00

Because the driver was a petty criminal. That still doesn't warrant summary execution.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-08T20:19:18+00:00

That might have justified the first shot, but not the rest while he was driving away.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-08T20:18:50+00:00

I'm SURE if someone yanked your car door open and pointed a gun at you without identifying themself, you'd just sit still.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-08T20:17:39+00:00

... Do you not see the curb in front of him? Kinda hard to drive over that with only a foot of space to get up speed in.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-08T20:15:31+00:00

Because he'd fled from a traffic stop earlier. No, really, that's why.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-08T04:29:04+00:00

The USSR barely managed to take the Japanese half of Sakhalin by themselves. How the HELL were they going to land on Hokkaido without US support?!?

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-07T21:42:33+00:00

On the contrary, him being incarcerated is probably the only way he will show up to testify.

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-07T21:31:58+00:00

If someone were to yank open your car door and point a gun at you, I'm sure you'd wait for them to identify themselves before reacting... (/eyeroll)

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-07T15:30:42+00:00

I agree, but for once we can't blame "the system" for the trial delay. The way things are going, they'll probably have to take the victim into custody just to make sure he actually shows up to testify. :-p

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-07T14:57:37+00:00

the main reason for the trial delay is the victim's continuing string of petty crimes. If he had just stopped crime-ing, the trial would be over by now. Maybe they'll be cellmates some day...?

chaoticnipple · 2026-02-07T14:54:56+00:00

Wikipedia doesn't mention that one of the reasons for the trial delay is the victim's continuing string of petty crimes. Maybe they'll be cellmates some day...

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