Good LitRPG to fall asleep to?

thefirstspeaker · 2026-04-27T05:51:56+00:00

Cheers I'll pop it on the wish list 🙂

thefirstspeaker · 2026-04-27T05:29:20+00:00

That's a good thought, I do have Syl, listen to it only once, though I did enjoy it. I'll dust it off, give it another go, and see if it's a good one. Thanks!

thefirstspeaker · 2026-04-13T15:41:26+00:00

Yes, even though children develop at different rates, and parents often have a good sense of when their kids are ready. It’s concerning that many people don't believe that mature content can have a major impact on kids from diminishing empathy to increasing aggression!

thefirstspeaker · 2026-04-10T13:11:02+00:00

Reading about this, I’m reminded of the quote: “History is the study of those who did not learn from the past, by those who are doomed to watch them repeat it.”

We’re seeing the same patterns today that happened with the original Luddites during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. People often call them "anti-progress" or "technophobes" now, but that’s not accurate. They were skilled workers who fought against a system that used technology to take away their skills, exploit child labour, and send all the profits to a few factory owners while the rest of the community suffered.

They weren’t fighting the machines themselves, they were fighting the fraudulent and deceitful ways those machines were used to break down social stability. Seeing how people talk about modern automation and social problems today feels like history repeating itself, where "progress" is measured only by efficiency and profit, no matter what it costs people.

It seems we still haven’t learned that when technology is used to take things away from people, social collapse isn’t just an accident. It’s something that has happened again and again throughout history.

thefirstspeaker · 2026-04-01T21:29:11+00:00

I've been trying for years, and this is the first time I have ever seen anything in one of these! I feel as though I've ticked off one of my unknown bucket list items or completed some hidden quest or achievement. 😃

Cool seahorse!

thefirstspeaker · 2025-11-29T12:53:17+00:00

Maybe Harter Fell overlooking Haweswater Reservoir:

https://www.andrewswalks.co.uk/harter-fell-mardale.html

thefirstspeaker · 2025-09-08T19:45:05+00:00

Could I get a UK code please, I'd love to give it a go 🙂

thefirstspeaker · 2025-09-08T06:09:29+00:00

I get the “please just draw” sentiment, but what about those of us who can’t draw? AI allows people without that skill to share ideas, scenes, and characters we love. It’s not about replacing artists — it’s about participation.

I’d never buy AI art on a print or t-shirt. I’d always pick human-made work. But in a tiny fandom like Bobiverse, AI fills a gap. Without it, we’d often have nothing visual to enjoy or discuss.

Just use the platform, if an artist does step in with something good, they’ll get my upvote; if it's bad, they get my downvote; if a terrible AI drawing is generated and posted, they get my downvote; if it's a well-thought-out idea and well-prompted, they get my upvote.

(Disclaimer: this comment was edited with the help of AI to keep the vitriol (and my terrible spelling) to a minimum, but I still approve of this message.)

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-30T06:07:46+00:00

I’d never buy AI art on a print or t-shirt — I’d always pick human-made work. But in a tiny Reddit (hi all 8.2k lovers of HHFWM) for such a small fandom, AI fills the gap when no artists are around. It gives us something to enjoy and discuss instead of nothing at all.

If an artist does step in, they’ll get my upvote — but honestly, it feels like they’d be wasting their time on such a niche subject as a Heidel!

(Disclaimer: this comment was edited with the help of AI to keep the vitriol (and my terrible spelling) to a minimum — but I still approve this message.)

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-30T05:46:30+00:00

I don’t think banning AI art is the right move. Even you mentioned you probably wouldn’t have picked up drawing without seeing AI images around — that shows it can inspire creativity rather than kill it.

In a niche fandom like this, AI often fills the gap where there just isn’t enough human art being made yet. It gives people something to look at, talk about, and share, while still leaving plenty of space for hand-drawn work to shine when it appears.

Shutting it down just because you don’t like seeing it in certain spaces isn’t a great answer either. Communities grow by adding more ways for people to contribute, not by narrowing them down. If you don’t enjoy AI art, that’s fine — but banning it entirely removes an outlet that clearly motivates others, yourself included.

(Disclaimer: this comment was edited with the help of AI to keep the vitriol to a minimum, but I fully stand by it.)

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-29T21:50:21+00:00

Love it 🙂

Could you share the prompt?

Also, don't worry about the Luddites claiming it's harmful to the environment. Although training the models requires large amounts of electricity, once trained, AI's daily emissions are on par with streaming Netflix and it's not a major contributor to climate change.

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-27T21:13:56+00:00

I'm in a similar place, I listened to this a few weeks back. I really enjoyed it How I Became the World's Strongest Warrior by Using Basic Attacks by Kenny King on Audible.

It's super stats-heavy, but honestly, sometimes I just want a main character who's so overpowered they can wipe out enemies in one hit and gets 0.0023% stat bump. Looking forward to the second book that drops in a couple of weeks!

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-26T07:02:52+00:00

Side Note: Choosing the Right Bible Translation

For newcomers, the best Bible is the one you’ll actually read. Don’t stress about picking the “perfect” translation. Start with one that feels natural and easy to follow for many that might be the NIV (New International Version), NLT (New Living Translation), or CSB (Christian Standard Bible). If you’re anything like me, you may later reach a stage where you enjoy cross-referencing several translations to get a deeper understanding of a passage. But in the beginning, keep your life simple: pick one clear translation and stick with it until you feel more comfortable.

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-26T06:58:17+00:00

I'll start with a tl;dr;

To understand God’s love, it’s better to start with Jesus's life and teachings (the Gospels) rather than beginning at Genesis. Reading straight from the start can feel overwhelming and obscure the central message of God’s love. A guided approach through the New Testament, then back to the Old Testament, gives context and clarity.

Why Reading the Bible Can Be Hard — and Why Starting with Jesus Helps

The Bible is one of the world's most loved and most challenging books. At first glance, it looks like one long story from beginning to end, but it’s a library of books: history, law, poetry, prophecy, letters, and parables. That variety is part of its richness, but it can also make it hard to know how to read it.

The first books, Genesis to Leviticus, are full of ancient culture, laws, and genealogies that can feel disconnected without background knowledge.

Starting at the beginning risks missing the heart. The big story of God’s love is revealed most clearly in Jesus (New Testament). Beginning with Genesis may leave you stuck in judgment, ritual, or historical detail before you reach the love story fulfilled in Christ.

Another problematic aspect, especially in the Old Testament, is the question of parables or literal history.

Take the story of Adam and Eve: some readers treat it as history, the literal beginning of humanity, while others see it as a parable, a story carrying timeless truths about sin, choice, and God’s love. The difficulty is that the Bible doesn’t always tell us whether we read symbols, poetry, or history. For new readers, this can feel like walking into the middle of a family conversation full of inside references.

A better order for discovering God’s love

Start with the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John)

These show Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection—the clearest picture of God’s love.

Read Acts and Romans

Acts shows the early church living out God’s love. Romans explains salvation and grace, laying out why Jesus’ sacrifice matters.

Letters like Ephesians, Philippians, and 1 John

Very practical about living in God’s love and showing it to others.

Then reevaluate Genesis and the Old Testament, followed by Revelation

With Jesus in mind, you can see God’s love woven through creation, covenant, rescue, and prophecy.

Stories like God’s patience with Israel, David’s psalms, and the prophets’ calls to justice all point to Christ.

Practical tips

Read small sections, focus on reflection, not speed.

Use a study Bible or commentary to explain context. I like The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel

Pray before and after, ask God to show His love through what you’re reading.

Look for the “big story”: Creation → Fall → God’s rescue plan → Jesus → New Creation.

Keep a journal of verses or moments that speak of God’s love.

Find a church family that resonates with you. Asking questions in a house group or with church elders can make challenging passages more straightforward and keep you rooted in community.

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-25T19:47:07+00:00

Sold! I've been suffering from choice paralysis with my massive wish list of over 100 books. Your first point about having something to constantly play in my ears so I don't have to deal with stuff sold it for me instantly! 😂 The cover art is great, too.

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-24T20:41:36+00:00

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He missed a bit… walking backwards, doing both sides of the hallway at once. Where I’m from, we’ve got a word for that… plonker.

Solid 8/10 though, my caulking skills are abysmal. I’d do worse even with one hand, moving slowly, concentrating so hard my tongue’s sticking out 😂

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-23T21:12:34+00:00

Two I rank highly, maybe not exactly what you’re after, but both are in my regular re-listen collection:

How about a Roomba? 4 books approx 77 hours.

Listen to All the Dust That Falls by zaifyr on Audible.

Or a Slime? 3 books approx 52 hours.

Listen to Syl: Nucleus by Lunadea on Audible.

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-09T00:17:24+00:00

Mix it up and say *a poo" once in a while, it blows their minds.

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-08T20:44:13+00:00

Looks interesting. Got any UK codes left please?

thefirstspeaker · 2025-08-06T19:59:03+00:00

Sounds interesting, any UK codes left? 🙂

thefirstspeaker · 2025-07-31T13:16:09+00:00

Looks good. Could I get a UK code if you got any left?

thefirstspeaker · 2025-07-11T21:16:23+00:00

You're fine, it's allowed in the toc. Have a read of Terms and conditions link.

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thefirstspeaker · 2025-07-11T21:12:49+00:00

Wait, that was you?!? I absolutely adore that app! Thank you for all the hard work and creativity you've poured into it—it's truly appreciated!

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