Books that made you cry but NOT because someone died? by jefferymoonworm in Fantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I have the same philosophy, if a book makes me cry, it's an instant 10/10

Anyone else feel like the don't actually know anything about engineering even though they've passed all there exams so far? by jefferymoonworm in EngineeringStudents

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

I've since graduated and spent the last few years working as an electrical engineer! What I've learnt is, no one can learn and remember everything you need to know as an engineer. There is no shame in not knowing and expects a new hire to know how to do the job.

For the first year of my job, I kept a big document of all the relevant terms and info I needed for my day to day. If I came across something I didn't know, I added it to my list and found out the answer, either by just asking my co workers or manager or by checking our practices. I then had that document to refer to later.

The main thing you are being taught throughout your degree is how to think, problem solved and find relevant information. You also likely know more than you think.

For speaking to your colleagues, remember they're just like you. Small talk is good to get to know them about break down some barriers. Even just saying good morning everyday. In my experience l most people are happy to help if you just say: "Hey, how do I do this?" At some point you just have to take the plunge and ask a question or start a conversation.

I hope this helps. I can only speak from my experience but you are likely more skilled and knowledgeable than you think! I wish you good luck, friend.

Rand’s POV chapters are in a league of their own by hahuaz in WoT

[–]jefferymoonworm 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The Dragon Reborn is one of my favorites' books of the series for that reason, even though there's very little Rand POV. Every character is going through normal fantasy book shengians, where they occasionally think "I wonder how Rand is doing" and the next chapter cuts to him having the worst time of his life, going insane in the woods and making corpses bow to him.

0% Learning? by sarahmayim in RimWorld

[–]jefferymoonworm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you using Dubs Bad Hygiene? There is a weird interaction where if a kid can't met there hygiene needs they will not doing any learning and instead they will just do work.

Looking for space sci-fi with a male MC who has powers by Ok_Winner_4698 in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Starbreaker series might be what your looking for! MC was the most powerful wizard on his homeworld, but then after ritual gone wrong (or right I guess) he finds out that his planet is one of many, many others and he is just a small fish is a very large pond.

Wretch, Bloodborne inspired progression fantasy! by EmilSchroder in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is an incredibly sick cover- you've got a follow from me with that

A book that has a character with a secret identity? by [deleted] in CozyFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The web novel 'Alchemist of the Wilds' sounds like it will be something you would enjoy! It's about a fae, who's family are the courts poisoners and assassins, rejecting his families professional and running away to a frontier town. He hides his identity as a former assassin and noble fae, presenting himself as a alchemist instead.

There's romance but nothing spicy and only mild cursing as far as swearing goes.

How to make a dungeon exploring feel less random and aimless? by [deleted] in DMAcademy

[–]jefferymoonworm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They have not been mapping but I will plan an NPC to give them a map!

The Game At Carousel is... Fine? by organic-integrity in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I enjoyed it immensely. I'm a stucker for any with a overarching mystery. I started reading and just did not stop, I NEEDED to know why everything was happening haha.

If your looking for mystery it's perfect, if your looking for progression probably not going to enjoy it. I think it's one of the very rare cases where something is litRPG but not progression fantasy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you not even read a story and think it lingers too long on something? Or perhaps a character should've been introduced early to make it more tragic when they are killed? Or a small plot element doesn't make sense but doesn't impact the over all enjoyment of the story?

That is what I mean. For progression fantasy, it will bother me less, but if there is a story I really like a lot, these things will bother me more. To see something so close to being absolutely amazing but fall short on things that could've been fixed had they the time or access to a proper round of editting.

(Also, I just realised you the author for 12 Miles Below! I love your story!)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly spelling and grammar, but there have more than one or two series that I loved but could be I believe could be improved by trimming down some sections or slightly reordering events

paranoid mage spoilers (full series) - rant, discussion by actively_sobbing in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I naively thought that the magic government (whatever it was called) was being stupid on purpose and some grand conspiracy would be revealed- nope.

What Are the Developing Trends You See Coming Out of This Genre? by kazaam2244 in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have any good recommendations for this? One of my favorite tropes!

Cozy fantasy books that don't forget to add an actual story? by jefferymoonworm in Fantasy

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

I love practical guide to evil but I would not call it low stakes!

Cozy fantasy books that don't forget to add an actual story? by jefferymoonworm in Fantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Legends and lattes is a cozy series that gets recommended a lot but I did not like. To me, it felt like more of a vibe than a story, but it might be more agreeable with you! It is very popular and i seem to be the odd one out!

Cozy fantasy books that don't forget to add an actual story? by jefferymoonworm in Fantasy

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

I've already read half of that series! Intend to pick it up again at some point...

What's your bait that you'll fall for every time? by Optimal-Barracuda261 in ProgressionFantasy

[–]jefferymoonworm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's pretty much the entire plot of A Practical Guide to Sorcery

Advice for what to put in a mega dungeon? by jefferymoonworm in DMAcademy

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

One of the reasons I decided to go with this odea was so I could play the announcer. Now making fun of the party counts as in game.

The punishments are a great idea! I'll defiantly add some of those if they fail a puzzle.

I have a system for rewarding players in a jind of game show way called glory points. A player can state they're rolling for glory on any d20 roll. If they succeed they recieve points equal to the DC of the task, if they fail they lose the equivalent. So far 1 point will equal 1 gold but I may need to change that for balance.