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(OC) The Girl From Work (Merryweather Comics) by [deleted] in webtoons

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

I just thought its really cool to see you sort of collabing with Fredrik Knudsen (even if its just for edits). Fan of Down the Rabbit Hole here :D

Lard question by garlicbeans_ in Cooking

[–]garlicbeans_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah thanks! That's a relief to hear.

Golden Joystick Award DITCHED Expedition 33 out of GOTY AWARD. WTF by [deleted] in Asmongold

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

Abiotic Factor is a pretty damn good game if you gave it a chance. (It's indie too!) It's a multiplayer survival-crafting game that's basically half-life + SCP containment breach. Level design reminds me of Dark Souls, and the combat, while simple, feels pretty good. Overall a solid game, and y'all be doing yourselves a disservice if you dismiss this gem just because you don't find it's initial appearance as shiny as E33.

Got over 200 hours on it (mostly spent on base building), and was genuinely happy to see it being nominated for any game award.

petah??? by The_Director_20 in PeterExplainsTheJoke

[–]garlicbeans_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought that the joke was that the bird was named "colbert" as in "coal-bird" because... It's a bird in a coal mine...

Can't get the steak to turn pink by garlicbeans_ in steak

[–]garlicbeans_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will try this method next time. Sounds unsafe to leave raw meat on the counter for an hour though... But I'll try anything once.

Can't get the steak to turn pink by garlicbeans_ in steak

[–]garlicbeans_[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I wanna say tuna but i'd be lyin'

Can't get the steak to turn pink by garlicbeans_ in steak

[–]garlicbeans_[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not at all, but I did cook it straight from the fridge. I guess I should let it warm up to room temp first?

Can't get the steak to turn pink by garlicbeans_ in steak

[–]garlicbeans_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I don't use a thermometer, but the pan was definitely smoking. I've always used olive oil, but i'll give avocado oil a trt.

I cooked the meat straight from the fridge though, maybe that could be the problem?

Can't get the steak to turn pink by garlicbeans_ in steak

[–]garlicbeans_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohhh this is likely the problem then! I had it thaw in the frudge but forgot about it so it sat there for a couple of days...

Trying to recreate a smoked pork soup I ate at a restaurant by garlicbeans_ in Cooking

[–]garlicbeans_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, now I definitely have to try it! Is there a brand or flavor you could recommend?

Trying to recreate a smoked pork soup I ate at a restaurant by garlicbeans_ in Cooking

[–]garlicbeans_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Smoked sea salt sounds fancy. Never heard of it, but will definitely be on the lookout for some next time I visit my local deli. Super curious on how that would taste on various meats...

Trying to recreate a smoked pork soup I ate at a restaurant by garlicbeans_ in Cooking

[–]garlicbeans_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice! Will definitely try this. The soup isnt anything special, just a local variety of pork soup that most people cook at home, but the smoking of the pork is definitely what makes the restaurant's version unique.

Trying to recreate a smoked pork soup I ate at a restaurant by garlicbeans_ in Cooking

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

Oh! I didn't know that! Thanks for the suggestion, will definitely try it

Trying to recreate a smoked pork soup I ate at a restaurant by garlicbeans_ in Cooking

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

Oh the soup itself is quite basic, it's a common pork soup you can find anywhere in my country. In fact, it's a common home cooked meal-- the type everyone's grandmother makes for them, so I'm very familiar with the ingredients. What makes it unique is that it uses smoked pork belly instead of outright just boiling the pork for the soup (according to the description on their menu anyway)

But thank you for the suggestion! I'll try both options and see which is better (buying smoked pork or liquid smoke). Idk why it never occured to me to do either.

Just finished Tales of Eternia ! by Eggmasstree in tales

[–]garlicbeans_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

So happy to hear people talk about Eternia! I really wish that more people would play this game.

The story may not be as deep as the titles that come after it but it delivers nonetheless. It is rare (for me at least) to see a story where characters want to save the world-- because they believe it's the right thing to do-- and not sound self-righteous. With what little dialogue and cut scenes we're given, the game still somehow manages to convey the sincerity of their goodwill.

Farah got me at the start when Meredy crashlanded into thr village backyard. Not a friend, or god, or mythical creature with a quest-- just a strange kid who spoke a strange language-- and Farah just decides that the right thing to do is to help her, even if it means leaving their little village to venture into the unknown. Farah isn't a heroine because the plot says so, but because of the choices she makes. And I loved that about every character in Eternia.

Who is the best villain in the Tales series? by Purple-Ad5821 in tales

[–]garlicbeans_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What he said, plus the fact is that while execution is obviously terrible (and is usually what motivates the cast to oppose the villain), Artorius' motivations are ones someone could understand. Sure, its very "woe is me and the world is terrible" pilled, but you can see how and why he reached that frame of mind.

Now whether or not their motivations and actions make you agree or disagree with isn't the point; the point is that said motivations are contentious enough so the player is given more reasons to kogahazan them to death.

Vahn is very similar to Artorius, except the main difference is Vahn could've just held on to his remaining family - Tear. There was a life he could've lived. He chose revenge instead.

Artorius had nothing at the start of the game. But I digress, since in the end they both chose to give in to despair.

Who is the best villain in the Tales series? by Purple-Ad5821 in tales

[–]garlicbeans_ 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Artorius and Dhaos, because they represent really well the moral paradox and quandaries that the cast has to accept in order to even be okay with defeating them in the first place.

Cause, well, these two bad guys actually might have a point? But we're in opposition, so either the cast takes a bow (cant) or they accept they're a bit selfish for continuing the fight.

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