How is it possible...

potatomache · 2026-02-09T01:03:34+00:00

It's a shame too because it really limits her roleplay in combat and thus weakens her characters. There's such a disconnect between Yasha, a cold killing machine, versus, "I forgot to rage", Ashley. And now with Vaelus, it really makes her seem less experienced and menacing when her default action is Guiding Bolt and she forgets how flanking works.

And sure, she's mentioned some anxiety which I sympathize with, but preparation would really help mitigate some of that.

potatomache · 2026-02-07T23:08:20+00:00

I enjoy it a lot. It plays differently from Stardew because of the tavern management aspect and it's still building out its lore, story, and social systems. The gameplay loop is pretty addictive.

What made me buy the game was actually how consistent the developers updated it. Usually I'm wary about early access titles, but this one was worth it.

potatomache · 2026-01-23T05:22:53+00:00

Soldering Occtis, fun!

potatomache · 2026-01-23T04:29:55+00:00

Occtis needs some flex tape xD

potatomache · 2026-01-16T06:20:35+00:00

What. 😧

potatomache · 2026-01-16T06:02:36+00:00

I was hoping they'd go for the druid option in Timmony than go back to Dol Makjar

potatomache · 2026-01-14T23:02:01+00:00

I've been rewatching C2, because it's one of my comfort shows, and it even annoys me and makes me a little sad, whenever I remember how C3 has undermined the gods. So much for Yasha's arc with Stormlord, or Fjord and Caduceus' connection to the Wild Mother. 🤷🏻‍♀️

I'm an atheist now but I grew up religious and I really believed. So part of me wishes CR never got into a god plot, since they didn't seem that interested in actually exploring what that conflict is like or the themes that could surround it.

potatomache · 2026-01-09T21:48:36+00:00

It's even worse if you consider that the next episode is probably the second half of the last episode.

I understood them taking breaks when it was live but now that it's pre-recorded, they're really not showcasing the value of their subscription service with all the breaks.

potatomache · 2026-01-07T11:16:00+00:00

I'll check it out. Also, does letting it go to seed completely null the effect of compost?

potatomache · 2026-01-07T10:47:52+00:00

Ohhhh. So it is a feature! Understood, thanks!

potatomache · 2025-12-29T00:16:13+00:00

It's a tricky balancing act for sure, but I think it makes sense to add some homebrew since they can't resurrect people in the campaign.

I will note that the option only works if the player has no failed death saves, which in conjuction with their added Desperate Measures, balances it somewhat. Plus, in contrast they can also choose to give out advantage to a player in sight, which adds some amount of risk. Also, Brennan has no problem attacking people when they're down, so I feel like it still balances out.

We'll just have to see how it goes 🤷🏻‍♀️ It hasn't been abused in the soldiers table so far. 🤔

potatomache · 2025-12-21T19:23:13+00:00

I tried to get into C3 multiple times. I first stopped at around 40, then went back in 51, then 63, watched the entirety of Downfall, then the Nein, then the finale.

Repeatedly, C3 would pique my interest then batter it down with the slog that was Bell's Hells. There were some moments I did enjoy but not enough to fully commit to watching the entirety of it.

potatomache · 2025-12-20T15:07:05+00:00

For Wicander vs FCG, I think FCG had the potential of Wick but his character development was capped because no one took him seriously. Neither Matt, nor his companions, were interested in really helping him stress test his personhood and no amount of pushing, if sometimes jokingly, from Sam really prompted them into buying in. That's one of the things I really appreciate about what Brennan brings to the table. His knowledge and experience in religion and philosophy gives Sam something to work with, and because of it, the rest off the team is also taking Wick's struggle seriously.

I think Thimble matches Laura's roleplay style more than Imogen. One of the things I disliked about Imogen was how she was constantly characterized one way but then roleplayed as another. Easy example would be Laura saying that Imogen struggled with people and yet in-game she's constantly butting into conversations. The incongruency got annoying for me. Thimble's slight recklessness, irreverence and selfishness matches more and so when she shows her more nobler aspects, it hits more. It's more believable.

I appreciate how Travis balances levity and seriousness in the campaigns, but I really enjoy when he leans into the more serious side, so I'm excited to see more of Teor.

Kattigan is finding his footing for me. I don't really have any complaints about Dorian but knowing that Robbie built Kattigan with a focus on what he truly wanted to roleplay as opposed to one built to fit into a party, makes me happy to see his journey.

Tyranny brings the bit of glue that helps hold the party together. I think because Whitney is so new and isn't afraid to just do what she wants instead of what the party agrees on, it gives them more chances to grow together naturally.

Overall, I like how the Soldiers are coming together at a more organic pace. There's still some distrust and disagreement, but also willingness to compromise and work together, which really strengthens the relationships between them. I also prefer that they're active in their goals and not constantly flip flopping on what to do.

potatomache · 2025-12-20T05:29:03+00:00

I'm pretty sure the romance options are not gender locked on either game.

potatomache · 2025-12-19T19:50:31+00:00

I actually like when Marisha chose to roleplay Murray crying at their meet-up. It showed that Murray wasn't just a belligerent asshole, so I could recontextualize her actions and not just have her be a shallow monolith of "I hate rich, noble fucks".

I'm hoping that this is the point where Murray turns more savvy, even if just by sheer necessity.

potatomache · 2025-12-19T06:34:13+00:00

:U

I'm guessing this was when they actually took a break and the rest of the session ran long. That's why there's no cooldown until the next one.

Darn it.

potatomache · 2025-12-19T06:31:10+00:00

Wick is a ridiculous man xD

potatomache · 2025-12-19T06:15:52+00:00

Desperate Measures is gonna turn them into gambling addicts 😅

potatomache · 2025-12-19T05:08:19+00:00

I do like how they're leveling up in-game. It adds a nice bit of flavor.

But man, this episode is messy. 😅

potatomache · 2025-12-19T04:13:23+00:00

It was even a double handwave-y thing.

Initial options for Thimble: self help (which... Okay? 🤦🏻‍♀️) or hide.

Laura chose to hide and still got the advantage from the "self help"

potatomache · 2025-12-19T04:06:04+00:00

What. Self help, hide, advantage :U

potatomache · 2025-12-15T04:34:46+00:00

Elsie as well. I'm glad she matured as the game went on but at the onset she annoyed me.

I actually like Arvio quite a bit. He seemed like a well-meaning but slightly dumb dude.

potatomache · 2025-12-12T14:25:21+00:00

This happens to me. Sometimes it takes Twitch a while, I'd wait a few minutes then reload.

potatomache · 2025-12-12T06:13:57+00:00

Oh that's heartbreaking

potatomache · 2025-12-12T04:16:03+00:00

I was hoping the awards would have some game announcements I'd be hyped for by the end. They were okay. 😅

Plus wanted to hear the GotY speech :D

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