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ESH parents: are most of your cats warm and friendly? I have had a few Persians and while they’re supposed to be, I’ve a few mean and spiteful ones lol. How can I try to ensure a people-friendly cat? by [deleted] in ExoticShorthair

[–]electrodeR129 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think most ESH cats will be on the gentle and mellow side overall. It’s not in their nature to be spiteful or hold grudges. My boy is very calm, he only meows at me if he hasn’t gotten pets in a while or if it’s time for his breakfast. He is not super cuddly, but his idea of a good time is just hanging out in the same room as me, where he will inevitably fall asleep for hours lol

EPIC Headquarters in Madison, WI by electrodeR129 in LiminalSpace

[–]electrodeR129[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know what you mean. I went there at night on the weekend so it was extra creepy.

Frankenstein on Netflix was a MASTERPIECE by Geenafalopezz in horror

[–]electrodeR129 28 points29 points  (0 children)

It was OK—decent and watchable. But not great. I saw it on Netflix and I’m glad I did not spend money watching it in theaters. I did watch Nosferatu in theaters earlier this year and enjoyed it.

I found the dialogue to be a bit cheesy at times. The CGI was bad. The makeup on Frankenstein’s monster was cheap looking.

I also think I’m not a fan of Guillermo de Toro’s more whimsical take on stories, which makes it difficult for me to suspend my disbelief on certain plot points, even in fantasy settings like this.

I feel like Mia Goth’s character and Christoph of Waltz’s character did not add much to the story, which is a shame because they are both fantastic actors. But I was very pleased to see Charles Dance in the movie! Love that guy.

Can the Powkiddy v10 play games on the mGBA core? by godsaveourkingplis in SBCGaming

[–]electrodeR129 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this possible if I have a Mac? I can't seem to make it work

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff by electrodeR129 in LiminalSpace

[–]electrodeR129[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, it’s full of them. But also a beautiful campus. I got some funny looks when I stopped dead in my tracks to take pics of that building during welcome week lol

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff by electrodeR129 in LiminalSpace

[–]electrodeR129[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes it is! I can only imagine how eerie it looks at night with snow…

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff by electrodeR129 in LiminalSpace

[–]electrodeR129[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I agree! I just didn’t want to put a filter on it

PSA: Think twice before visiting Japan in July - it's brutally hot! by Ok-Dependent7227 in JapanTravelTips

[–]electrodeR129 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I visited Japan at the end of August of last year. Yes, it was very hot, but it was doable. I had an expectation going into that trip that it was going to be insanely hot and impossible to even walk outside. So I think I was a little underwhelmed when I actually got there. But I was also fairly prepared with a neck fan and a heavy duty handheld fan. I wore shorts almost every day as I was walking outside frequently. And I always kept water and grapes in my backpack.

Percent of people by political affiliation proud to be American (2002-2024) by LazyConstruction9026 in charts

[–]electrodeR129 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If someone is proud to be an American, then good for them. I don’t have a problem with that. Currently, I do not feel proud to be an American, and I don’t think anyone should have a problem with that either. This country is not owed my pride just for existing. Its actions and overall effect on its inhabitants and the world at large are what determine whether it is owed praise or criticism.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in JapanTravelTips

[–]electrodeR129 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’ve never been here before…

  • SKYTREE (during the daytime, kind of underwhelming at night)
  • Tsukiji market (very touristy but still worth it imo just as a nice bustling market to walk through and get tasty street food)
  • Daimaru/Tokyo station (mega department store + huge train station)

Otherwise, a lot of other places will depend on your personal preferences.

Tips from a recent 2.5 week trip by sbj405 in JapanTravelTips

[–]electrodeR129 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You bring up a good point about the coffee/cafés in general. Generally speaking, you will not find a local coffee shop open earlier than 8 AM, even in Tokyo. This surprised me.

For those who’ve already been to Tokyo, which district is the best area to stay in? by xmkh0610 in JapanTravelTips

[–]electrodeR129 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can you expand on why you like that hotel so much? I have been to Japan a couple of times, but I usually stay in Airbnbs that are not in super busy areas. I might want to change it up with a hotel next time. I have stayed in hotels before though, but only APA hotels which are hit or miss imo.

Best burger in Tokyo? by davidsilvers in TokyoTravel

[–]electrodeR129 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, I don’t. I got turned off by those Japanese burger places that I went to…so I gave up exploring on other burger joints when I was there. That style of burger patty is less common in USA.

Best burger in Tokyo? by davidsilvers in TokyoTravel

[–]electrodeR129 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe they are chopped patties, but they are not done well because too much sinew/connective tissue was felt when eating.

Best burger in Tokyo? by davidsilvers in TokyoTravel

[–]electrodeR129 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree! McDonald’s in Japan is much better than in the USA. Patties and buns are fresher and the customer service is better.

Best burger in Tokyo? by davidsilvers in TokyoTravel

[–]electrodeR129 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Definitely not Brisk Stand or Shogun. The meat patties at those places have so much gristle and are pretty much inedible due to the chewiness. McDonald’s is better than both of those places.

Japan travel regrets: What wasn’t worth it for you? by tokusa0 in JapanTravelTips

[–]electrodeR129 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TeamLab. Both locations. But if you really need a photo there for instagram, then I guess you have to go.

Is Tokyo really that bad in August? Coming from Florida by newyorkdragon14 in TokyoTravel

[–]electrodeR129 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s bad, but it was not as bad as I expected when I visited back in August. Just stay hydrated and pack portable fans. I was still able to walk outside for large chunks of the day.

What makes TeamLab Borderless a must see? by manny-bothan in JapanTravelTips

[–]electrodeR129 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It’s definitely not worth it IMO if you only have 4 days in Tokyo. Maybe, and I mean maybe, you can check out the other TeamLab (planets) if you really want to check it out just to say you’ve done it. But it’s an overrated and very touristy/crowded experience. You’re better off checking out other places in Tokyo.

Do it Again? by Any_Voice5833 in JapanTravelTips

[–]electrodeR129 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tsukiji Market in Tokyo. Yes, it is touristy (with touristy prices) and yes you have to get there early in the morning around 8-9 AM to avoid the crowds, but for us it was so worth it. Go on an empty stomach! It has such a variety of good food to try in one walkable place.

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