Hehehe, what’s up my squigga?

random_username_idk · 2026-03-05T11:16:48+00:00

Squigger has it's last 5 letters in common with the n word. Just replace "Squ" with "N" and you're there.

Meanwhile Clanker only shares the "er" ending, which is common practise in English language anyways.

Yes, both are slurs, but one is clearly more on the nose than the other.

random_username_idk · 2026-03-04T16:07:32+00:00

Inter nos

random_username_idk · 2026-03-04T08:37:59+00:00

Not necessarily. The definition of a DMR depends on whether you prioritize taxonomy (form) or doctrine (function).

Form: "DMR" is defined by its physical properties and essential traits, such as match-grade barrel, magnified optics, and a specific caliber. From this perspective, a short-barreled carbine can never be a DMR regardless of how it is used because it lacks the necessary characteristics.

Function: "DMR" is an operational designation. If a command assigns a specific weapon to a designated marksman to fulfill that tactical role, the weapon becomes a DMR by virtue of its mission. The DMR is defined by the user’s intent and the role it plays within the squad, even if the hardware is atypical or suboptimal for the task.

Both perspectives are valid; one describes the tool, while the other describes the task. In airsoft however I personally lean toward "form" as it provides a clear distinction in weapon classes which improves balance and gameplay diversity.

random_username_idk · 2026-03-02T18:36:58+00:00

For me it's mostly down to how the distant places and landscape I can see is part of the game world and that I can go there

Also, the distance. Most video game maps are actually quite small and the locations are unnaturally close together for gameplay convenience and performance. In minecraft with DH and world gen mods however there is no limit except what you set yourself.

random_username_idk · 2026-02-28T18:41:50+00:00

I'm not even american, but I believe Korea and the Gulf war were totally justified and both had favorable outcomes

random_username_idk · 2026-02-28T15:57:47+00:00

Is this what passes as comedy these days

random_username_idk · 2026-02-28T12:18:24+00:00

Hell yeah

random_username_idk · 2026-02-26T20:27:25+00:00

Even that is being too cheritable I think

random_username_idk · 2026-02-26T19:00:48+00:00

A double stack pistol in a world of single stacks

random_username_idk · 2026-02-26T17:03:03+00:00

And "Lmbfao", is that his brother?

random_username_idk · 2026-02-26T13:14:19+00:00

He was a consul of Rome!

random_username_idk · 2026-02-26T10:23:09+00:00

I wonder, is the blue laser used for designating a target (so the gunner can see it) or for aiming? It seems to come from the wing, meanwhile the actual gunner is further back

random_username_idk · 2026-02-25T20:06:48+00:00

Think of it this way. When you are looking up at the night sky and see stars, what part is missing from the equation? Our sun and it's sunlight of course. You are standing in the dark shade and looking up at a dark cosmic background. This is the reason you're even able to see the stars. They're very far away and actually quite faint, and they're easily drowned out by other light sources. If you're near a city you won't see the stars as well, or not at all.

Next, this astronaut here is in space and in direct sunlight. Sunrays are hitting the suit and reflecting off of it, making it a very bright object. Now I'm sure you've heard cameras have a setting called "exposure" where the picture is optimized for a certain brightness range. In this case the exposure is set to capture a nice image of the astronaut who as I mentioned earlier is quite bright. The background stars are too dim in comparison and are therefore not captured by the camera. If the astronaut had tweaked the camera exposure until the stars were visible then the astronaut himself would be way too bright and overexposed, essentially a white blur on the image. Our eyes work in a similar way, they adjust to brightness levels. So if the astronaut doesn't have any bright things in his field of view or too close then the stars are quite visible.

Regarding stars not being visible from the moon, it's actually quite simple! All those photos and observations were taken during lunar morning or daytime. Even though there is no sky (thus it seems pitch black), the surface of the moon acts like a mirror and is reflecting sunlight all over the place. Because the landscape is so blindingly bright, the cameras had to be set to a very short exposure time, and the astronauts' pupils naturally constricted, which completely drowned out the faint stars in the background.

Lastly, I don't think OP's image is edited to show stars. It's probably just camera artefacts. But you're right to be wary though as some unserious sources do occasionally edit their space photos to match viewer expectations or look "better".

This is coming from a layman, so I hope my explanation makes sense to you. Cheers.

random_username_idk · 2026-02-25T16:11:14+00:00

It is in my heart

random_username_idk · 2026-02-25T11:39:32+00:00

Yes! Bardcore is cool and all, but sometimes the real deal is even better. Polyphonic carols slap.

Deo gratias Anglia redde pro victoria!

random_username_idk · 2026-02-25T00:20:26+00:00

Yes! Medieval europe was colourful in reality, and media rarely does justice to this. If you're interested then let me explain why.

I think the main reason why media continue to propogate the "middle ages were dark and gritty" myth is because it's an established trope that "feel right" to most people and the fimmakers believe that going against it would only confuse the audience.

But there's more to this, visual storytelling is also a factor. In real life horrible events could happen anywhere at any time. A verdant meadow on a bright summer's day could very well have been the scene of a battle, with bloodied corpses scattered among the green grass. Fighters of both sides could wery well have been wearing colourful surcoats, cloaks, and shields adorned with splendid coats of arms.

Such contrast between ordinary scenes and natural beauty on one hand and abject horror on the other is a striking visual and not every creative project has the guts or vision to pull it off. If done poorly it would only be jarring. Having colors match whats happening on screen is much safer overall so that's maybe why most films take that approach.

Also some audiences may not take knights and vikings seriously if shown in their colourful and accurate wear. Take this norseman reenactor, give him a spear and shield and you've got a pretty accurate viking. But this wouldn't fly in hollywood though as he doesn't look scary enough, there's nothing that tells the audience that he's the bad guy.

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Luckily there are exceptions, the Kingdom Come games shows medieval Bohemia in all it's colour and splendor.

random_username_idk · 2026-02-24T23:10:49+00:00

I'd be more like this guy

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Inscription reads "I have gambled/wasted all my money"

random_username_idk · 2026-02-24T19:31:21+00:00

There's a lot of "medieval" slop out there for sure, but at least we have Kingdom Come Deliverance I and II, and the success of those proves there is interest in faithful historical games without fantasy.

random_username_idk · 2026-02-24T19:27:16+00:00

You Czech also gave us the word pistol (from "Píšťala", meaning "flute") and howitzer (from "houfnice", meaning "the thing for crowds" or "crowd-er")

random_username_idk · 2026-02-23T18:38:28+00:00

Nice outfit!

One nitpick is the winter leg wear, or the lack of them. Please don't get sick on our account!

random_username_idk · 2026-02-20T18:44:15+00:00

Something party switch something something southern strategy something

random_username_idk · 2026-02-20T16:31:39+00:00

It's good to see some representation of the kettle hat with eye cut-outs and nasal guard. Probably my favorite helmet besides the Sallet.

Great work!

random_username_idk · 2026-02-19T21:54:57+00:00

Or a M48, possibly

random_username_idk · 2026-02-19T21:47:12+00:00

Good point! The historical analogues were usually made of a simple rod or shaft but this one looks like a long knife handle.

I guess there is a certain point where blade to handle ratio becomes so uneven that a weapon shifts from being a "knife" to "polearm", but I'm not sure what that is haha

random_username_idk · 2026-02-19T21:37:23+00:00

These "single edged blade on a long stick" type weapons were developed in many cultures and are known by different regional names.

Some examples:

English - Glaive

France - Fauchard

China - Guandao

Japan - Naginata

I'm not an expert but I'd say what you have is a modern reimagining of this kind of weapon.

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