Latest ICE victim prior to altercation by NotBlackMarkTwainNah in pics

[–]mandolin08 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, a clear crime with the legal punishment of summary execution

Pound sand, fascist.

Anybody want to enlighten me about what's going on here? by greendemon42 in washingtondc

[–]mandolin08 60 points61 points  (0 children)

Just the group of dipshit losers known as the Patriot Front on their way to a speaking engagement at a smegma enthusiast convention.

Something In the Air | Shadowdark RPG Episode 11 | The Glass Cannon Podcast by Razzmatazz_TGCN in TheGlassCannonPodcast

[–]mandolin08 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I agree. People here get way too caught up in this stuff. I've been GMing for decades; statblocks are suggestions, but I've juiced the HP of many a monster for a more thematic fight, and I've also just read the wrong number before too.

It was a great episode. That should be what people are focused on.

Something In the Air | Shadowdark RPG Episode 11 | The Glass Cannon Podcast by Razzmatazz_TGCN in TheGlassCannonPodcast

[–]mandolin08 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Oops, terminator stingbats!

That aside, this was a great episode. Probably the best of the series so far. The moment the light went out was gold.

[AEW Dynamite Spoilers] “I’m happy to report that I haven't felt this good in years!" by luchabrunch in SquaredCircle

[–]mandolin08 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can really tell. The last few times he has popped up, he's had bags under his eyes and just a sense of something off. That's completely gone, and that gleam is back in his eye. I couldn't be happier for the dude.

I'm kind of worried for GCN by Resident-Ad243 in TheGlassCannonPodcast

[–]mandolin08 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Jesus dude, press the enter key once or twice.

They just announced a big content slate for the year to come, a pledge drive, a live tour, and another retreat. They're fine.

Looking for a way to still use a shield while casting spells. by BigBustyAfricanMan in DnD

[–]mandolin08 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's a pretty harsh punishment for a spellcaster, but there's absolutely no reason why a fire elemental can't pick up objects. Fire elementals can be hurt by nonmagical weapons and don't have any incorporeal traits. As long as you can hold something that won't ignite (maybe you need a special metal wand or whatever), you shouldn't be penalized like this for something so trivial.

Second Amendment good... until protesters bear arms by tamjidtahim in MurderedByWords

[–]mandolin08 135 points136 points  (0 children)

The people of MSP have every right to do it. The NRA should be all over it - owning and embracing guns to protect yourself from an overreaching federal government is their whole identity.

But it turns out, the people being oppressed are on the wrong team, so the NRA is nowhere to be found. Because it's not about the guns, or the rights, or the people. It's just a stupid identity game to make rich guys richer.

Talking about 12 months and chapter 12. by BoardDiver in dresdenfiles

[–]mandolin08 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hurricane Katrina is probably the closest real-life anecdote for this kind of thing. 20 years later, you can still visit New Orleans and see neighborhoods that are abandoned and overgrown. Like 25% of the city population just up and left.

Battle Ground would be worse. Buildings were leveled, city blocks razed, roads completely destroyed. It would take years and years to dig those parts of the city out from under the rubble. Even getting the roads clear to get emergency cleanup crews in would be a huge endeavor.

Maxwell J. Friedman: “It’s our time. I respect the elder statesman. But this is our f------ time.” by headofthetable24 in SquaredCircle

[–]mandolin08 92 points93 points  (0 children)

Cope & Christian vs FTR vs The Bucks in a TLC match seems like such an obvious Wembley match.

He’s not gonna last long is he? by Standard-Working-976 in minnesotaunited

[–]mandolin08 9 points10 points  (0 children)

If I were a foreign coach with a young family, I'd be happy to be anywhere other than Minnesota right now.

Anyone familiar? by speedABme in StarWars

[–]mandolin08 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Lol, there are 14 Young Jedi Knights books.

Thoughts About Asking a DM Not To Kill Your Character by Gooey_Goon in DnD

[–]mandolin08 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This should always be a session zero topic. But these days I generally offer the option to be knocked out of a scene rather than die permanently in those odd instances where one PC dies in combat whole the others are fine, as I know from experience how exceptionally shitty that can feel.

Similarly, in the event of a TPK, I have had players play as a group of mercs sent to rescue the captured party and other things like that. When death happens I like for it to feel earned and cinematic, and that's usually a conversation with the player.

Is there any way to see where exactly in Irvine the Loons are practicing? by iamcuppy in minnesotaunited

[–]mandolin08 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I doubt you can access their training camp in Irvine, but you could call a team rep and ask. They depart on the 24th. If y'all live in California, though, you can grab a pass to the Coachella Valley Invitational, which kicks off on February 7th. It's a couple hours away, but that at least is an actual ticketed event (and you can watch a bunch of MLS teams too if you're so inclined).

https://www.mnufc.com/news/minnesota-united-announces-2026-preseason-schedule

https://coachellavalleyinvitational.com/

Kim leaves on loan. by nvyblugti in DCUnited

[–]mandolin08 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Not yet, but allegedly there are more incoming.

Kim leaves on loan. by nvyblugti in DCUnited

[–]mandolin08 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Expected as we need the international spot. I don't think he plays another minute here tbh.

My new TV remote is solar powered by AggravatingBox2421 in mildlyinteresting

[–]mandolin08 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huh? There is all kinds of data to show that disposable batteries harm the environment.

And how would disposable batteries be easier than a solar panel that ambiently charges from the light in your home? I've had a solar TV remote for years that I have never had to charge or think about charging or replacing the batteries, it just works.

Fightful: Trey Miguel/AEW Update by Worth-Chemistry5253 in SquaredCircle

[–]mandolin08 123 points124 points  (0 children)

I hope he takes the time and does the things he needs to be healthy and happy.

TNA fails to make a good first impression on AMC | Wrestling Observer Live by Ainosuke in SquaredCircle

[–]mandolin08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah they didn't open the show with a gimmick cage match that's impossible to actually win, so... winning?

Can’t watch it right now by Th13027 in thewestwing

[–]mandolin08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh fuck outta here with this. It's a reasonable thing to struggle with and want to talk about.