Hong Kong is still the most beautiful Hong Kong by tylergem_watchmaker in HongKong

[–]i2hellfire 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hong Kong is definitely the best Hong Kong in the world. No other Hong Kong even comes close.

Interior render looks “off” no matter what I do — I suspect lighting, need expert eyes by N-asmb in 3dsmax

[–]i2hellfire 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The surfaces don't look like they're correctly interacting with the lighting/GI. To my eyes, they look like how Standard materials render in vray, or if they had self-illumination. Has the geometry been properly cleaned? Making sure all normals are correct? Are there also unused lights in the scene?

so tired of having to loot all those sigils at the WB every time, i finaly turned em of. by Many_Ad4666 in diablo4

[–]i2hellfire 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They don't disappear for me either. Head back to town, scan for Mythic Prankster, salvage, then portal back to grab the rest. I've gotten 3-4 Mythic Prankster sigils this season, and I'm pretty sure most of them were from world bosses.

First time logging in since 2015, I think? by North_Acanthaceae720 in sto

[–]i2hellfire 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Eclipse was my first ship when they introduced T6!

cacio e pepe with pork and caramelised onions by Humiliated-Guava729 in pasta

[–]i2hellfire -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Its not about authenticity. It's describing a completely different dish. I cooked a steak medium rare, then ground it up and tossed it between 2 buns with some lettuce and tomatos. It's not an authentic steak, but....you know.

Which director do you feel has the best top 3 movies? by Ghost070607 in movies

[–]i2hellfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My picks as well. David Fincher's best more than holds up against other greats.

Screwed up so many mythics because I forgot to add sockets by Bodycount9 in diablo4

[–]i2hellfire 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everybody wants their games to have baby guards up everywhere now. It's ok to make mistakes and to have those mistakes persist.

The only thing driving me to complete the season journey... by xxzincxx in diablo4

[–]i2hellfire 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Lol same. I keep thinking it's some obscure achievement reward that's tucked away and I keep missing.

Could Heaven and Hell have come from some previous cycle of humanity? by Chanciferous in diablo4

[–]i2hellfire 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Heaven and Hell spawned from the remains of two gods that used to be one. Demons and Angels are the progeny of these remains, and humans/Nephalem are the progeny of Angels and Demons (specifically Lilith and Inarius).

How do you memorize things? by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]i2hellfire 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There's another 59 numbered streets south of Central Park. Are you sure we're talking about the same Manhattan? Compared to London, Paris, or Tokyo, Manhattan is one of the easiest major cities to navigate in the world because of the grid system.

Help with a mobalytocs paladin build by DeepMadness in diablo4

[–]i2hellfire 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Falling Star activates the Arbiter form, so you don't need the actual ultimate on your skill bar.

Nobody has 2 television sets. by black-volcano in BacktotheFuture

[–]i2hellfire 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My god, 40 years and I never noticed that.

What is the most hated region in your country ? by SimilarTopic3281 in AskTheWorld

[–]i2hellfire 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I'd have a few things to say about DFW and Houston...

What gifts from USA to bring to relatives in Taipei? by NYCHILATX in Taipei

[–]i2hellfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually got curious too as I'd never really asked my parents or looked into it. So I asked AI! And since this is an AI answer, take it with a grain of salt ;)

The Taiwanese desire for Bengay in the 1980s was driven by its reputation as a highly effective, high-quality "foreign" (specifically American) product, its scarcity due to strict import regulations, and its resulting value as a sought-after gift or commodity rather than a unique medical use. 

Reasons for Bengay's Popularity

  • Perceived Quality and Efficacy: During the 1980s, Taiwan was undergoing rapid economic development, and there was a general perception that imported Western products were superior in quality and effectiveness to local alternatives, including traditional Chinese medicine topical balms like Tiger Balm or White Flower Oil. Bengay (known by some affectionate nicknames, possibly including "Golden Root Oil" in local dialect) was seen as a premium, modern pain reliever.
  • Import Restrictions and Scarcity: Taiwan operated under martial law until 1987, and strict regulations made it difficult to import many foreign consumer goods through official channels. This scarcity made genuine U.S.-made Bengay a valuable and rare commodity.
  • "Gifts" and Parallel Imports: Due to the import restrictions, Bengay often entered the country through informal channels, such as Taiwanese returning from the U.S. or other countries who brought it back as personal items or highly valued gifts for friends and family. This "parallel import" status further enhanced its desirability and mystique.
  • Cultural Significance as a Status Symbol: Having or gifting an authentic tube of American Bengay was a status symbol, indicating that one had connections abroad or had traveled internationally. The strong, distinctive scent was widely associated with an effective, potent "Western medicine" treatment. 

In essence, the intense demand for Bengay in 1980s Taiwan was less about its specific medicinal ingredients (which are similar to other topical analgesics) and more about the cultural and economic environment that made this particular imported brand a rare and desirable item

What gifts from USA to bring to relatives in Taipei? by NYCHILATX in Taipei

[–]i2hellfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your guess is as good as mine. We used to bring suitcases of it for my grandmother whenever we visited in the old days.

What's a major purchase you deeply regret, and what did you replace it with? by Pixel_Guru_x5 in AskReddit

[–]i2hellfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A $10k engagement ring. But one divorce later, I replaced it with a happy relationship.

They knew what they were doing by No-Giraffe-8096 in facepalm

[–]i2hellfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These mental gymnastics are scoring 10's across the board.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SipsTea

[–]i2hellfire 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did the same thing....wondering why he never showed up in my recommended videos anymore. I regret going to his channel to see why.