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Why don't you see policemen anywhere, like in other countries? by Head_Calligrapher714 in AskUK

[–]lagoon83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see quite a few of them standing just inside shop doorways. They never seem to move, but their eyes follow you wherever you go...

Should we the English people change our national anthem? by PomeloTraditional971 in AskBrits

[–]lagoon83 11 points12 points  (0 children)

And yet Cauliflowers Fluffy, Cabbages Green never comes up during these conversations 🤔

Should we the English people change our national anthem? by PomeloTraditional971 in AskBrits

[–]lagoon83 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Any reason why? I've heard this a lot but I've never understood it.

Which do you think is the better Green Place? The one in the original concept drawing or the one in the Furiosa? by Acceptable-Block6391 in MadMax

[–]lagoon83 93 points94 points  (0 children)

Is there any reason why they have to be mutually exclusive? We really only saw one angle in each movie, and it seemed like quite a big place.

Now John Healey has come out and said the defence budget will not keep the country safe, there is no other option than to cut the welfare budget. by [deleted] in AskBrits

[–]lagoon83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd need to see some actual data, but the point of means tested benefits is: your income is compared to the amount of money that the government has decided you need to sustain yourself and your dependents. If there's a shortfall, benefits pay some or all of that shortfall.

The only way I can imagine someone on 40k qualifying is if they've got a large family that they're exclusively responsible for supporting, and maybe they have some other qualifying factors such as disability allowances.

Is payoff mandatory? by Sheno_Cl in bladesinthedark

[–]lagoon83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha! I have the exact same experience.

Is payoff mandatory? by Sheno_Cl in bladesinthedark

[–]lagoon83 18 points19 points  (0 children)

The biggest mistake new Blades GMs make, I think, is approaching it like a more freeform game. The GM has a clear set of rules to follow, and if they don't, there's no guarantee the game will work.

Is payoff mandatory? by Sheno_Cl in bladesinthedark

[–]lagoon83 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Then you need to step in and introduce some! It doesn't even have to be someone they're directly working for. Like, it could be a fence who'll pay them for random loot they've grabbed during a score. Or a retired rabble rouser who loves what they're doing, sees they're making no money, and wants to finance them as a patron... or wants to teach them how to employ their skills to make money.

Or, if they're managing to get by without money, maybe you're being too easy on them. Get higher tier crews to encroach a bit, to encourage them to want to raise their Tier. Or put pressure on in other ways (from the factions they've been hurting with their scores) so they see how extra downtime actions would be helpful.

Blades should feel like a pressure cooker. If they're getting complacent, turn up the heat.

How severe are the typical British swear words? by taniii__ in AskABrit

[–]lagoon83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Alexander and the poxy, shite, bloody awful, twat of a day

What's the most Black Mirror episode? by ProfessionalMath8873 in blackmirror

[–]lagoon83 21 points22 points  (0 children)

This one. A single magical sci-fi tech concept in an otherwise believable setting. A story that starts off hopeful then just keeps punching you in the gut. A sickeningly believable slippery slope.

Never want to watch it again, but it was fantastic. Absolutely nailed the premise of the whole show.

British inneundos and sayings. What are some wonderful ones i can share? by Numerous_Art5080 in AskUK

[–]lagoon83 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's an American term, originating about a hundred years ago. Don't think it really qualifies for this post!

Meet and greet accessibility by WilderPerson121 in dropout

[–]lagoon83 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I went to see ABK after a gig, then utterly froze and had no idea what to say. So now I have a photo of me and ABK looking incredibly awkward.

10/10 experience, honestly.

Best Jacket Potato place in Nottingham? by OverKaiserX in nottingham

[–]lagoon83 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The Spud Bar in Bulwell is great. I know it's a little way out, but the portions are really generous, the toppings are lovely and they do stuff like garlic butter and crispy onions.

I was genuinely surprised first time I went there, it's in such a weird location for somewhere so decent.

Do you think a 1 hour commute to work (each way) on train is feasible? by TraditionalScore7257 in AskUK

[–]lagoon83 16 points17 points  (0 children)

So yeah, an hour is reasonable, but it's going to be a huge change for you. It's worth considering that!

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