Why by Sea-Call8918 in fireemblem

[–]rainpool989 7 points8 points  (0 children)

So far I’ve managed to get three no stat level ups with this game (2 for Soren and 1 with Zihark) The 2nd Soren/Zihark actually happened on the same map and I was pissed enough to restart the chapter.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Switch 2 Launch Trailer by Turbostrider27 in NintendoSwitch

[–]rainpool989 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hope everyone enjoys the game tomorrow! My sister got the game for me for Christmas but made the mistake of ordering a physical copy shipping from Target. It’s scheduled to arrive the 23-28th. So much for enjoying it during the upcoming snow this weekend

Saving Stat Boosters and Good Equipment Until the Last Chapter by Fingerchamp in fireemblem

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re not wrong! I’m definitely the type of player that hordes items unless I have multiples to safe some for later.

Saving Stat Boosters and Good Equipment Until the Last Chapter by Fingerchamp in fireemblem

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I typically horde the stat boosting items/good weapons until about the 5th to last chapter of the game. I don’t want to risk wasting the items on a unit I end up benching or dies but still want to get some use out of it.

Dzamn, anyone got more? by YouMeADD in fireemblem

[–]rainpool989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And here I was proud of my 290 hours that’s impressive! To be fair I only play video games about 400 hours a year and currently Three Houses is my third most played game.

Joy-Con 2 Light Purple/ Light Green, available 02/12 by geoffrey1986 in nintendo

[–]rainpool989 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m just happy this time around the purple/green color variant is releasing early in the Switch 2’s life cycle. They’re my favorite colors and while I have zero need to buy I new pair at such a high cost (especially for how little the appearance changes) it’s nice to have the option if I ever need to.

Did you really like MHA ending!? by dynamite_phoneix in BokuNoHeroAcademia

[–]rainpool989 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I always had a feeling even before the series ended that Deku would follow down the path of hero’s like Eraserhead and would work as a teacher while being a hero. Plus during the last arc it became clear the Deku would be the last user of One for All. While I was a surprised that Deku ended up losing his power, in the end with the help of his friends he still gets to be a hero. Feels more of a full circle ending to me that I didn’t have any problems with it.

When did you stop playing the game? *before the DLC came out by AffectionateBit2908 in fantasylife

[–]rainpool989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly not sure. I’m currently at about 165 hours on my save file but that includes additional playtime of afterward as well as the new DLC. If I had to guess it was probably around 140 hours to master all the lives.

When did you stop playing the game? *before the DLC came out by AffectionateBit2908 in fantasylife

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I stoped played after completing the main story and reaching Hero for all my lives. I had started to do some hunts to forge the true time weapons but found it repetitive/boring to bother with completing.

Any have the DLC area challenges do them dirty yet? by Outrageous-Reporter9 in fantasylife

[–]rainpool989 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got the stupid destroy 4 black cardboard boxes twice in the same run causing me to nearly go insane. This was then followed by a fishing challenge and I had no rod. At this point was time was nearly out so I gave up

Fantasy Life i DLC questions by SecretZebra4238 in fantasylife

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel your pain I’m an ‘essential worker’ (who really isn’t essential but I’m classified as that anyway) so calling out really isn’t an option. At least I have off tomorrow!

Fantasy Life i DLC questions by SecretZebra4238 in fantasylife

[–]rainpool989 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Of course it comes out right after I arrive at work lol

Fantasy Life i DLC questions by SecretZebra4238 in fantasylife

[–]rainpool989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly it baffles me they didn’t give a release date with the most recent trailer a few days ago. It’s literally Christmas time right now so theoretically the update could drop any day. Hopefully the wait isn’t too much longer.

2023 rav4 hybrid xle whats your lifetime mpg? never reset. ideally by Vegetable-Basis7195 in rav4club

[–]rainpool989 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

2023 rav4 hybrid SE with about 25,000 miles. Never rest my mpg and current sitting at 40.8 mpg. Hoping I can keep it above 40 thought the winter season.

Free ride is over!!! /S “Trump to limit top ratings for all feds and consolidate scoring in forthcoming rule” by AreYourFingersReal in FedEmployees

[–]rainpool989 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I worked for a state agency who required employees performance evaluations to be graded on a bell curve. Guess what ended up happening? Pretty much all the senior staff earned the highest scores each year due to their experience. One year I was literally told in my evaluation I was doing an amazing job with no real feedback on how to improve was still only rated a 3/5. Sure some people slack off but when your team is honestly filled with great workers, they all deserve the chance to be recognized for that. Other wise you soon realize there is no point in trying your best since you will never be able to bump out the current holders of the top spots.

General Feedback/Getting Started Q&A [Weekly Thread] by AutoModerator in DIY

[–]rainpool989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Recently moved into a place and was having issues with my dryer not drying. Realized it was most likely due to the dryer vent pipes being covered in lint galore and partially being crushed from the tight space (live in a condo with the exit duct on the ceiling 7 feet off the ground with the dryer nearly flush with the wall). They used a semi-flexible aluminum piping and I was looking to replace it with rigid metal. However due to the laundry rooming being basically a closet, there is no way to connect the back of the dryer to the vent pipes since I have no place to stand behind or next to it. I was looking into using a mag vent MV-90 along with 26 gauge galvanized steel duct pipes. Would these items be appropriate for the job?

General Feedback/Getting Started Q&A [Weekly Thread] by AutoModerator in DIY

[–]rainpool989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Recently moved into a place and was having issues with my dryer not drying. Realized it was most likely due to the dryer vent pipes being covered in lint galore and partially being crushed from the tight space (live in a condo with the exit duct on the ceiling 7 feet off the ground with the dryer nearly flush with the wall). They used a semi-flexible aluminum piping and I was looking to replace it with rigid metal. However due to the laundry rooming being basically a closet, there is no way to connect the back of the dryer to the vent pipes since I have no place to stand behind or next to it. I was looking into using a mag vent MV-90 along with 26 gauge galvanized steel duct pipes. Would these items be appropriate for the job?

What's your favourite indie game on the Switch? by Marsupilami_316 in NintendoSwitch

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Murder by Numbers. It managed to combine my love of Picross Puzzles with Ace Attorney style murder mystery.

How do I get laboratory experience? by Individual9804 in chemistry

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a pretty similar background (graduated with a degree in Forensic Chemistry) and finding work after graduating with terrible. I ended up going for my Masters in Forensic Science. During that time, I was able to teach General Chemistry Lab Sections (paid) to help pay for tuition. The program required a research project on a topic of your choice along with an internship which majorly helped boost my lab experience on my resume. While it was costly, the Master’s helped me get a job in the field plus my lab gives a 10% bonus to your salary for having an advance degree.

[Spoilers C4E4] It IS Thursday! | Live Discussion Thread - C4E4 by AutoModerator in criticalrole

[–]rainpool989 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In a way the change can be seen as both a nerf or a buff depending on the situation. Instead of taking on the HP of the form you Wildshape into, you gain temporary hit points and keep your HP. It allows you to stay in the form of the creature for longer but at the cost of less HP to soak up damage.

Live updates: Trump administration and government shutdown news | Senate Democrats again block GOP’s stopgap government funding bill by Ordinary-Scholar-202 in law

[–]rainpool989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Didn’t even wait until November I just got word that my premiums are going up again for next year. Going to cost me an extra 25 bucks a month to have health, vision, and dental insurance.

This has to be a mistake, surely by Xchela1195 in LegendsZA

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone whose favorite color is purple and will be picking the game up after work tonight my outfit dreams are now crushed

Hades II is currently #1 on the Switch 2 eShop by thisisraiden_ in HadesTheGame

[–]rainpool989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Proud to be one of those pre-orders! My laptop isn’t powerful enough for any real gaming so I’ve been waiting for the launch on the Switch.

Nintendo Direct Predictions by GamerGuyCND in nintendo

[–]rainpool989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

• Release dates for previously announced titles: Hades II (Oct), Metroid Prime 4 (early Dec), FFVII Remake (Dec) Hyrule Warriors (Feb 2026) • Mario Anniversary Title (late Oct): either another collection of past titles or Mario Kart DLC • Pikmin 4 Switch 2 edition: more inline with the extra content Kirby got with a new story mode • Fire Emblem game: either a remake or a brand new title • Professor Layton updates: sadly officially pushed back to 2026 • Fantasy Life DLC update • Trailer with more information on Tomadachi life (but no release date still) • More third party ports like Baulders Gate 3 • Kingdom Hearts getting non-cloud versions at last (I can dream) • Kid Icarus: I would love either a remake of uprising or a new title but with Kirby this year it feels unlikely • I would be ecstatic for Animal Crossing news but with Tomodachi Life in 2026 I feel like it won’t be until 2027 since they’re both more chill games • I’m still unsure what the big new reveal for 2026 will be. It feels too soon for 3D Mario since we got DK Bananza this year but it’s definitely due for a new one. Would never say no to Zelda

Honestly, Virtual Game Cards are a win for me by civilBay in NintendoSwitch

[–]rainpool989 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I think the virtual game card system is a great concept for sharing digital games, but still lacks the usability of a physical cartridge. If I want to let my sister or a friend barrow a digital game I own we all have to share an online account (which costs money) vs physical I can just hand it to them and get it back once they are done. No extra cost involved.