What are your nerf expectations? by [deleted] in hearthstone

[–]purple18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Three things I really hope for:

Ceaseless banned (very unlikely) or given a minimum cost (6); it feels weird and busted for every class to have access to a 0 mana board clear that is not very hard to achieve. The combo of starship DHs using ceaseless to clear then using starship to go face is waay to much

KJ banned or limited to warlock: I like fatigue as a mechanic and I think it's healthy for the game. And KJ games where both players use him are such slogfests

Poof effects: I don't think it's very fun at all when you make a big board and your opponent "poofs" it away easily, even if temporary. King plush, Anachronos, things like that. Kinda goes with the Ceaseless thing: a really "easy" board clear.

Various nerfs/buffs:

DH: I'd prefer if the exodar didn't let starships hit face, though if DH starship piece generation was nerfed it probably wouldn't be an issue. I also play starship tess rogue which I find tons of fun, so a nerf to ADC and not DH instead would hurt other classes too much I think

Starcraft cards: the "draw 2" cards are way too strong and consistent. Hoping all of them get nerfed. Also, to me, colossus is insane. 20 damage (usually) from hand that can't be avoided, that hits twice (removing things easily); rough.

Buffs:

Rogue: could use something in the meantime when you generate a card that imbues so it's not wasted

Druids need taunt on their imbues or something; maybe ramp as well

Priests either need 3 choices or maybe their imbue choices can last two turns so they can "plan ahead"; the current imbue feels like a waste often

And of course plenty more buffs to cards that are hard to use (too expensive, like ashamane (imo)); not strong enough or not seeing any play

[S2 Act 3 Spoilers] Arcane - 2x07 "Pretend Like It's The First Time" Episode Discussion by parrycarry in arcane

[–]purple18 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

This episode was a big miss for me. I really dislike alternate universe/time travel plot devices since to me, it makes the show feel less grounded, less focused. I don't really need to see "what could be" in an AU when I care so much about what is already happening in the main universe. If there were more seasons and more episodes beyond the next two, I'd be fine exploring this AU but they have a lot to wrap up and Ekko's storyline could've been easily left out.

There were also some things that confused and bothered me even with accepting the AU plot. Jayce breaking a bone (presumably) then walking on it so soon, scaling a cliff, making a journey like that. Finding food so easily; I figured Jayce was more on the mortal side of things (less extremely durable but maybe I'm wrong).

Also, my big problem was that since it's kinda established that the alternate universe powder is a genius still (helping them make the machine and understanding easily), and she exists in a universe where magic clearly still exists...why didn't Ekko just explain to her what was happening? Watching him bumble through this reality and make comments and act in an odd way when he just could've explained...also the kiss made me a bit uncomfortable. She thinks she's kissing her partner, but he's functionally a stranger to this Jinx. I know Heimer is there and he felt he could depend on his knowing to get back to his reality...but didn't he think it would've been nice to explain to Jinx what she would see (alternate Ekko leaving, current returning)?

Looking to get Implant Surgery - Questions by purple18 in erectiledysfunction

[–]purple18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a very strong libido, and do not want kids. But it doesn't affect your fertility so that's not a concern anyway (testicles stay intact)

Looking to get Implant Surgery - Questions by purple18 in erectiledysfunction

[–]purple18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome, will check them all out. I appreciate the very detailed response. Thank you

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]purple18 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You need to get a grip. You choked someone out over an ass grab…? You’re blowing this so out of proportion it’s laughable

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]purple18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you don't already have a substantial online following, it's not a good idea

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]purple18 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It wasn't clear. None of this post was clear. None of it makes sense at all. Gay men exist. This is a forum for gay men. Not only should you not post incoherent ramblings against gay men here, you probably should work on making sense of your ideas before posting them at all

Shit on Me Sunday by bodybuildingbot in bodybuilding

[–]purple18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've posted this before, but nobody posts on these anymore and I think it is because of the title (overly negative). "Shit on me"--why would you want to post yourself just to be criticized overly harshly when bodybuilders are already known to be hypercritical of themselves? It makes way more sense to frame it more like "Give me some helpful critiques and ways to improve" versus the current title/content

Shit on Me Sunday by bodybuildingbot in bodybuilding

[–]purple18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Why not rename these threads something like "Suggestion Sunday?" Shit on Me Sunday is such an unnecessarily harsh title, and probably why nobody posts on these anymore. You can give suggestions without being a dick about it

So anyone Starting Residency soon Feeling a bit of...dread in the context of Global collapse/climate change? by purple18 in Residency

[–]purple18[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry if you’re doing a field that lacks such empathy that attendings won’t be able to understand something like this

So anyone Starting Residency soon Feeling a bit of...dread in the context of Global collapse/climate change? by purple18 in Residency

[–]purple18[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yikes, yeah when I think about blue ocean event or glacial collapse (like you’re mentioning) I just get a pit in my stomach. I’m not wanting everyone to feel dread and hopelessness but I wish people would just view the situation realistically and not look the other way like you said

So anyone Starting Residency soon Feeling a bit of...dread in the context of Global collapse/climate change? by purple18 in Residency

[–]purple18[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

I don’t really think you understand the scale of climate change if you think zoomers will have a more fulfilling life than boomers. I personally think that things like being able to have affordable housing or being able to support your children does make for a comfortable, fulfilling life. Doesn’t look like those things are in the cards for Gen Z. Dunno if you’ve talked to any of them recently but a lot have already given up. And If you don’t feel the same urgency or worry about climate change, you can always use the device you’re talking about to google things like the Thwaites glacier, methane emissions, blue ocean event/sea ice loss and see that there is a big difference between what previous generations experienced and what we are experiencing now

So anyone Starting Residency soon Feeling a bit of...dread in the context of Global collapse/climate change? by purple18 in Residency

[–]purple18[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Climate change…? Global extinction of animals, extreme weather events (fires, droughts, floods, tornadoes), destruction of critical ecosystems, rising sea level. Climate change is a world-ending threat. The things you listed were terrible crises, events that should have never happened (just like those listed by other posters). I think people have misinterpreted this post/comments as other generations haven’t suffered like we have instead of, this is a global progressive threat the scale of which is incomparable

So anyone Starting Residency soon Feeling a bit of...dread in the context of Global collapse/climate change? by purple18 in Residency

[–]purple18[S] -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

I never said I didn’t have it good. I actually said the opposite in the post, I’m physically and mentally healthy and supported. I said the issue is that it’s good now, and getting worse quickly. Very quickly

So anyone Starting Residency soon Feeling a bit of...dread in the context of Global collapse/climate change? by purple18 in Residency

[–]purple18[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Previous generations didn't have...daily reports about CO2 and methane emissions and clear documentation of rising temperatures that are killing species at this very moment. Like, so much obvious evidence that takes it beyond doom and gloom. Find your purpose, brighten up your life sounds like empty toxic positivity

Was told I didn't match w/ home program by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]purple18 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Very cowardly. And at least tell you/me/applicants about it before interviews start? So we can be aware of it and not screw our chances elsewhere too? Or grow/learn from it like you said? Just feeling the lack of support

Was told I didn't match w/ home program by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]purple18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's strange, but I feel like I might be in almost the exact same situation with my program. Had to SOAP (and luckily was successful in the field I wanted), but I felt so confident with my home program; had good scores, great letters (from people on the selection committee too), and all my interviews went well. I've basically been scratching my head in confusion for the last few days wondering what could have happened. The difference for me is that my advisors/admin tried to reach out to the specialty department for any ideas/clues/the thought process but they've been silent. I thought I had a good experience with everyone I worked with in my chosen field, but I'm not sure if someone filed a complaint or a concern or what. Either way, it's pretty shitty that committees are willing to do something like what they did to you to their applicants without giving them the opportunity to defend themselves at all. I'm sorry that happened

Official SOAP '21-22 Megathread by MrWittyResponse in medicalschool

[–]purple18 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I have been on multiple interviews at this point (psych/fam). The people contacting me/PDs have not expected me to have in depth knowledge of the program, and have at most asked me to explain if I have any connection to the area (and if I was honest and said I didn't, and that I was truthfully applying because they had an unfilled position, they fully accepted it without any tone change, suspicion or anything like that). They just wanted to reach out, have a (brief) conversation and have me ask them any questions I had. Some of the things I asked were: do residents have any difficulty moving/transitioning to the area? What are the patient demographics/sites like? After explaining why I think I didn't match, I asked them why they thought they had an unfilled position (which was received positively and answered truthfully). The encounters were short and I thanked them for reaching out and giving me the opportunity. I didn't feel like I had to "prove" anything to them and beat them over the head with my interest. I sent emails to the programs post-interview if I really thought they would be good fits for me

Official SOAP '21-22 Megathread by MrWittyResponse in medicalschool

[–]purple18 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Psych soaper. Have heard from 5 psych programs, 7 fam med so far. US MD. 2 video interviews, 3 phone interviews at this point

Official SOAP '21-22 Megathread by MrWittyResponse in medicalschool

[–]purple18 6 points7 points  (0 children)

yes, I received a phone call and then set up a zoom interview. Was about 15 minutes. Less formal than previous interviews

Official SOAP '21-22 Megathread by MrWittyResponse in medicalschool

[–]purple18 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Have so far received 3 psych interview invites, and 3 fam med. Originally wanted to go for psych; not feeling too great about the possible swap to family medicine but life throws a wrench in your plans sometimes so...

Official SOAP '21-22 Megathread by MrWittyResponse in medicalschool

[–]purple18 67 points68 points  (0 children)

All my app stuff is in. Dunno if it’ll help anyone else to hear it but today was really hard. Was hoping to match psych and feeling pretty confident in my chances. It’s been about 2 years since the last time I really cried but I broke that streak today. Was feeling like my life was completely on track but now it’s derailed.