#“Decent. adequate. good enough. suitable”

[quantomeno]

I've been following this matter for a while now (a quick search of newspaper articles showed it's been floated since mid last year, and I remember having to use my passport to verify my age on my gmail (it's not the account I use for tumblr, the account has my name in the address, so it's already pretty clearly me, so I was begrudgingly okay with it but am still annoyed my other account now can't watch age restricted youtube videos unless I tie it to my identity)). It's a vexed issue.

The first thing I'd like to point out is that the person quoted in the above post ("I am 100 percent etc") is Keith Pitt, a member of the Nationals who was resources and water minister under Morrison. I feel this is important because while he'd definitely be someone who'd vote in support of the measure, he's not a member of the party in power, let alone a Cabinet minister. His opinion is not necessarily that of the Prime Minister ― Anthony Albanese ― and it makes it seem like what he's talking about is what the government is planning to do.

What is the PM actually saying they'll do?

To be honest, I don't think the government knows yet. From what I can gather, there has been no suggestion by the PM that they would force people's accounts to have their real names. The Age a few days ago reported this:

"Australia’s eSafety commissioner has instead recommended a “double-blind tokenised approach”, whereby information would be provided to a verifying third party that would certify the user’s age to social media platforms without revealing details about the child. The details of the plan are being worked through by a trial of age-verification technologies."

(the "instead" is in reference to the current practice of social media platforms asking people if they over 13, which I'm sure most people realise would stop pretty much no child)

In that same article though they also said "the government has not unveiled key details, including the technology that would be used to keep children out". So I think there is quite a bit of time before anything is going to be written into law.

While I don't think your name will be "slapped onto your tumblr account" (if that does end up being what they do I would actually delete my tumblr, I really do not want that), there is still the question of privacy being invaded in that the government would (I think? I'm not a tech expert in the slightest) be able to connect you to your account.

Keep in mind that we are close to an election (there's been whispers it could be May next year), and this is an issue that (as the Keith Pitt quote shows) both of the major parties seem to mostly agree on. A cynical view is that the PM is talking tough to neutralise the issue so it can't be attacked by the opposition for not protecting children. The fact that both are talking about it does however suggest it will eventually come to pass (unlike other complicated legislation that was touted as 'essential' but then got shelved after being too hard to get through (naming no names i.e. Scomo's religious discrimination bill).

The other point to discuss is that while I really do enjoy people not knowing who I am on tumblr (and people in my life not being able to know I'm on tumblr), I also don't really think kids should be on social media (or at least not in the way they currently are). I avoided social media (I only had a facebook account I barely touched) until I was an adult (and even then I waited a while) and I'm quite glad, mostly because I think I'm a lot more mature. On the other hand, while I didn't interact with people, I grew up in a time when you could browse most platforms without an account, so it's not like I wasn't exposed to things on the internet. And then there's a bit of a moral panic about the internet, which can be a bit overblown at times. But then I'll hear a 14 year old I know mentioning stuff that makes me think he's kind of obsessed with growing muscles and I wonder if he's seeing these sorts of things online. I mean, there's a lot of garbage on the internet. But there's a lot of really useful things too... it's complicated and I'm not settled on an opinion yet.

Kids really do need to learn better internet practices and behaviours, but there are also kids in primary school with social media accounts. I mean, what does a 12 year old do in their life that they need the world to see? (don't answer that it's rhetorical, I'm sure there are plenty of 12 year olds doing interesting things worth showing off, but I mean, beyond messaging friends, 12 year olds don't really need to be communicating with strangers on the internet). Note too it's specifically social media (the definition is given by OP but it's anything where the main purpose is share content or talk to a wide audience of people. Things like games with chat stuff are also being looked into.

I'm also a bit of a luddite and think kids should read more. I'm not actually trying to convince people the ban is good, I'm just thinking aloud here. The whole thing feels rather heavy-handed, brute-force, and there's every chance kids will still find ways around it. I don't think this is the ideal solution, but I do feel there is a problem to be addressed.

But yeah, do tell your local member that you are concerned and want to make sure your privacy is kept safe. Just be aware of who your member is and their/their party's stance (all Labor MPs vote with the party, Liberals and Nationals can vote against their own party, so they may not all be in agreement). The Greens are opposed to it. I am not sure what the teal independents think of it.

You may also want to contact some senators from your state, not just your MP.

As for the contents of the letter, maybe something like:

Dear Mr/Ms/Dr (whatever title they use) surname MP,

I am a resident of your electorate (electorate name). (Maybe say a little bit about yourself, just what you think is relevant to the letter or your arguments).

I am writing to you to discuss the proposed social media ban for children. I am concerned (explain what/why you are concerned).

(Try to keep it brief, but also try to be personal)

State what you want your MP to do. Ask them to reply to your letter.

Sincerely,

your name.

You may want to mail the letter rather than just emailing. This page from Oxfam I just looked up five minutes ago has some nice tips.

Hey Aussies, do you want your real name and ID slapped on your tumblr account? If the answer is fuck no, our gov’s got a upcoming legislation for banning 16 year olds and under from social media even WITH parental consent. And by “Social Media”…

The code defines social media as electronic services that meet the following conditions:

The sole or primary purpose of the service is to enable online social interaction between two or more end users

The service allows end users to link to, or interact with, some or all other end users

The service allows end users to post material on the service

Such other conditions (if any) as are set out in the legislative rules.

So. You know. Just the entire fucking internet. They even named youtube as banned, god forbid kids out in the bush get access to LGBTQ+ communities online when they could be watching adds for sportsbet.

I am 100 per cent supportive of eliminating bullying and fake information from online platforms. The easiest way to do that is to be able to utilise existing laws, and the easiest way to do that is to ensure there are no fake accounts. Your digital, online life is your real life. If you want to make comments, that's fine, but it should be as you, as a verified account. This means everyone knows who it is that makes those comments, that you can be found and prosecuted under existing laws, just as you would if you express those opinions in a newspaper, for example, or you went on to a television station and said something similar.

Contact an Aussie senator about this shit. They’re trying to slide it under all the USpol news.

[horuslupercal]

primarchs ranked by ability to host a cookout

important factors: food quality, entertainment, vibe, socials. as debated by my sister and me

Lorgar: personable, good cook, actually asks what you want, good host, has adequate entertainment

Khan: very good at cookout type food, shoots the shit, has the vibes, can carry conversation on anything, has the vibes of late night conversations in those injection molded plastic chairs (pos)

Russ: good food, lots of drunk people, there is entertainment (not because he brought it but because it will be made), there is also a fistfight

Vulkan: good food, he's a real social butterfly, he specifically knows how to grill

Horus: god tier host but he did not make the food, he bought it. steamed hams scenario.

Magnus: would be S tier but you saw him psychically transmute a potato bun into a brioche bun, he didn't ask how you want your burgers but they're perfect anyway and it's kind of invasive, and "seeing him psychically flip the hamburgers gives you the ick". good host

Perturabo: would specifically learn to grill for this cause he doesn't want to bomb this, not great at the social aspect but there's entertainment, he's very obviously trying

Guilliman: can cook in many ways, can not grill, he's kind of an arrogant dick as always, but the entertainment is good

Sanguinius: can only cook in a tandoor, it's good food but it's not cookout food, there's not enough entertainment so he can't effectively distract his siblings from each other, "it would be a great time with 5 or 6 people but it doesn't feel like it was planned for this many"

Dorn: specifically knows how to cook with fire, pretty good food, socially he's. Dorn. his social skills go increasingly downhill in group settings vs 1 on 1. it feels a bit like a defensible position and you have a job

Angron: Khârn is grilling for obvious reasons. Angron is not social and doesn't do well with groups this large. but Khârn's food (important distinction) is edible

Lion: can't cook, "serving you acceptable military travel rations. he made hard tack", Autism.Primarch, he's thinking of this like a battlefield

Fulgrim: you do not see him unless you go to the grill and he will not really talk to you because he's focusing on his grilling. however the entertainment is great. his sons are on host duty -- he's an awful host but they're fine

Mortarion: the food is edible but bad, he's not a good host, there is not adequate entertainment

Ferrus: food is inedible, "food is suitable as building material", he's a terrible host, he throws a tantrum

Curze: self explanatory. there is no food. he's a bad host. this is not a cookout. sidenote Talos would be a pretty decent cookout host but don't ask where the food came from. it's not human. that's all you want or need to know.

Corax: does not know how to cook, none of his legion knows how to cook, he's not a good host, is he even there? something awkward happens and he goes ghost

Alpharius: the cookout is exactly what it needs to be.

[natethenomadallen]

Looking for the next adventure hog 🛵💨🌠🇮🇳🪷🇳🇵🌌 Since it's iiiiincredibly expensive to ship a motorcycle to Asia at the moment I have decided to acquire yet another motorcycle in another hemisphere to go exploring with for the next year or 2 🤘🤠 Sadly there are not many awesome moto options on the table in the East surprisingly enough.... After days & days of research I finally compiled the top 4 bikes which are available & suitable for adventure riding. These motorcycles are not overly impressive or exciting but one could describe them as adequate 🙈 Top of the list for me- The KTM 390 Adventure that was fiiiinally available to ride here Oklahoma City where I call home after waiting for one to come in stock for months 🤷 The 390 is definitely on top of the pile for a decent & available motorcycle on the other side of the planet. It's honestly nothing really special but it'll get the job done. Definitely seems to be a nice little piece of moto equipment. Truly trying not to bad mouth the bike, just sharing my thoughts and opinions on the little 390 🤓 Also got to ride: Ducati 800 Scrambler which was slow & unimpressive 💔 BMW GS 310 which is actually faster than a 390 to 50 mph but pretty limited after that 🤦 Honda CB500X which was pretty surprising that it's actually not a bad machine. Just a bit heavier than 390 🫠 What are you guys doing for tool tubes on these 390s? Looks like it would be difficult to put the tools in front of the engine behind the front wheel since the exhaust is there and there's not much of a skid plate (which I plan on changing almost immediately when I buy my bike over in Asia) I'm thinking a big fat nasty aluminum skid plate is job number one on this 390 machine since it has super limited ground clearance 🤣🥳🔥 Pictures & recommendations of your tool tube locations & ADV setups are super appreciated! Trying to wrap my mind around a good way to carry some tools and spare parts on the bike. My original plan was to bring a 4-in PVC lockable tool tube that's waterproof with everything needed to keep the bike on the trail but does not look like that will be possible with the location of the exhaust and whatnot 🙈💔🤔 (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnac4DBLACZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[shootingstarwritings]

Blood is Thicker than Water 2

After taking over the older man’s body, the alien found himself leaning back on his chair and enjoying just the simple pleasures of the possession. “Harold, Harry for short,” he said to himself, chuckling. “Ahhh, sorry son, but this body is just too nice to pass up on. Maybe when you’ll older you can be a nice husk for me to use and abuse.”

His son simply looked straight ahead, completely emotionless. After several days of just being a host for the alien now known as “Harold,” his mind was having a hard time awakening. A few hours later, and he’ll be back to normal, though confused on why his ass felt so stretched out. However, for the time being, he was in a state of “until further instruction.” While at first, the possessed Harold had planned to use his son for a test drive of his new assets, he reconsidered.

Perhaps the son or the experience of transferring hosts had altered something in the chemicals of the alien's brain, but he suddenly found himself searching for a partner far richer, similar to Harold himself. Eager to work, Harold searched through his host’s contact list and memory banks to find not just a suitable Saturday night encounter, but also an alternative host to take over once he was bored with Harold.

He had no purpose in life, so he decided to indulge in the pleasures of the flesh. One man from Harold’s workplace stood out in particular: Peter Koche. A serious man that, on occasion, would steal glances at Harold when he believed no one saw. Unfortunately for him, Harold did notice, and now the slime creature inside of him would take the opportunity that the normal Harold would be disgusted by.

With one hand in his underwear and absentmindedly playing with his impressive new package, Harold sent Peter an email asking for a moment of his time to go out and get some drinks. Surprisingly, Peter responded soon afterward with a polite acceptance. “Yes!” Harold cried out, commanding his yet-to-be-awake son to high-five him.

Later that night, after a few rounds of drinking and playful flirting, Harold found himself in Peter’s apartment.

“It’s a decent place,” said Peter, walking around the place with his hands in his slacks’ pockets, fidgeting with the fabric. “Little lonely, though. Such a big apartment for a guy like me.” He avoided Harold’s as he spoke. Was the tint of red that colored his cheeks from the drinks or something else?

Harold simply smiled. “Y’know I have a son,” he said as he took a seat on the sofa. He gestured for Peter to do the same.

Obliging his guest’s request, Peter took a seat on the end of the couch. as far from Harold as he could be. “I know,” he said, trying to save face. “I was just saying! No need to jump to assumptions like that. Or are you looking to piss me off?”

Harold shook his head. “Looks like you’re doing well enough at that on your own.” He laughed at Peter’s sheepish huff. “We’re adults, Peter. Friends, even. If you want to tell me something, just be straight with me.” Never dropping the smile, Harold leaned in. He caressed Peter from his chest down to his stomach.

“Or, you’d rather be something else?” he whispered into Peter’s ear.

“Ha-Harold! I...”

“Yes…?”

“I never expected you to be so forward...” Peter said, his hot breath causing excited goosebumps to trail down Harold’s arms. “A-Are you sure about this? What about Casey, your son?”

“Oh don’t worry about Casey,” said Harold as he reached forward to undo the first of Peter’s buttons. “He’ll understand. I’ll make sure of it.” He licked his lips as he saw the trail from Peter’s chest down to his stomach. “Found a treasure chest,” he said, twerking Peter’s nipple with his fingers. “All to myself, too.” With those words and a sensual moan from Peter, Harold threw himself for a sweet loving.

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“Oh fuck, oh fuck, OHHH!” Peter cried out as he came. The warm sensation of his own semen splattered all over his stomach only made him harder.

“A-Almost, almost—NGH! I’m cumming…!” Harold grunted. Peter moaned as he felt a torrent of cum flood his insides. He felt warm and full, like he just had a wonderful snacc. Before he could say anything, Harold let out a loud moan and collapsed on top of him, pinning Peter to the ground. “Ha-Harold—WOAH!” Peter cringed as he felt something warm surge into his body. “Harold, Harold—lemme go, aaahhh!”

He writhed on the couch, cock rubbing against Harold’s stomach as another creature invaded his body.

Not too long afterward, Peter was looking at himself in the mirror with a completely different demeanor. “Not bad,” said Peter, flexing. “Body feels adequate, and it’s nicely aged and taken care of, too. He’ll be a good host and plaything when I’m feeling bored.” He glanced back at Harold, who still sat on the couch, eyes completely blank. “Let’s have some fun, human.”

[andmaybegayer]

The cultural positioning of typewriters, or: I promise I’m not corporatecore come back it’s fine.

I got a typewriter! If you want a documentary breakdown of that you should read this post, but this is going to be about what typewriters were used for back in the 20th century and how utterly batshit the entire ecosystem there was.

Typewriters were used by three main groups of people: journalists, authors, and secretaries. I don’t really care much about the first two, because while they used typewriters, their job was not typewriting. Typewriters were popular for journalists and authors because typewritten drafts and manuscripts were easier for editors and typesetters (and indeed, legibility is a big reason for the adoption of the typewriter in all parts of the world) but typing is not what journalists and authors do. Authors compose and edit, and journalists research and write, but only secretaries type.

(I read an interesting paper about this three-way split, you can read it here)

In the 1800′s, secretary was a job given to a strapping young man with a bright future in business so that he could learn the trade, but after some wars and other social pressures that reduced the supply of male secretaries, and a convenient confluence of women learning the skill of typewriting, the female secretary became a thing. Suffrage movements were pretty happy about this for a while: Women in the office! How progressive! Of course, the role of secretary very quickly stopped having a progression path to management, and it picked up all the usual misogynistic stereotypes that you probably know today.

If you’re over 45 you probably know what the job of secretary used to look like, but for those of you who aren’t, for most of the 1900′s secretary was a job that revolved around typing letters, missives and notes in a legible and consistent format. This is important, because the alternative sucks shit. If you were mid level manager Johnson Q. Goodfellow at the Racism Company, and you needed to tell the Racism Factory that they needed to produce 400 more units of Racism this week, you could try calling up the manager at the factory and telling him this. Unfortunately, there’s all manner of things that could go wrong here. He might misinterpret you saying “produce 400 more” as “produce 400 only”, in which case you might have a Racism shortage. Or he might mishear entirely and produce only four more, if your accent is particularly bad.

Instead, Johnson Q. Goodfellow could get a secretary to create a missive (in quadruplicate, using carbon paper) and get the 17 year old who hangs around your lobby to courier two copies out of town to the Racism Factory, and you can keep two copies for your own records. Very low chance for errors now, since either side can refer to their copies to find out what was intended. A secretary would also add dates and ensure all communication meets business standards.

(This is also why there’s no red telephone between Washington and Moscow. It used to be a teletype: a text transfer machine. Later, it was Fax, and nowadays it’s encrypted email and text chat. All text-based systems, written in the sender’s native language and translated on the other side to provide the lowest chance of a misunderstanding and high chance of being correctly recorded.)

How would that letter get written? If you were an audio or shorthand typist (a highly skilled profession requiring extensive training at a secretarial school) you would either be a personal secretary to a single executive or a high-ranking member of a secretarial pool. Either way, your manager would dictate a letter, and you would have to convert it into a typewritten document. Originally this would be done by a secretary capturing the speech in real time in shorthand, and later it would be captured on a microcasette and transcribed with the assistance of a dictation machine. On the other hand, a simple copy typist can only work in the secretarial pool, and you would get a hand-written draft from a manager, likely one too low-level to have his own secretary or even his own microcasette recorder. This would possibly be sent back for checking, either by the manager or by your superior, and then all copies would be sent wherever they were needed. The jobs are otherwise similar, apart from a lack of real progression for copy typists.

(A good pop-media example of shorthand typing is the “speed test” song from the musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie”, a rendition of which I will link here. It’s also a treasure trove of the kind of ridiculous stereotypes that existed around the secretarial profession, as a musical made in the 60′s about the 20′s. Millie is a fawning social-ladder-climber who gets her job explicitly to someday marry her boss, who is a self-absorbed dipshit. I was a stagehand on my high school’s production of this, so I know the whole thing from memory. Please send help.)

Why don’t the managers type their own letters? Well, partially because of the weird skill split on typing: typing was a woman’s skill back then, many men would not even know how to type, and those that did may be extremely slow hunt and peck typists who would make many errors and produce uneven, sub-par manuscripts. Secretary was kind of considered a fallback profession in some cases: schools taught it to girls the same way woodwork was taught to boys. You don’t necessarily want to become a carpenter/secretary, but if you can’t find a decent company job/suitable husband, the skill can support you until you track one down or die. Man, the 20′s-70′s were insane.

There’s some interesting status stuff to talk about here. If you’ve ever seen an old movie where a rich dude takes out a tape recorder and makes a note to himself, that’s the movie’s way of telling you that this guy is powerful enough to have a personal secretary. It implies that later he’s going to put that in an envelope and leave it on someone’s desk and the next day when he comes in, any reminders he made will be on his calendar and any notes will have been typed out in full.

Secretaries type as a profession. The speed expected of an acceptable secretary is a sustained 70 words per minute, which is about what I can do in an extended session. A good secretary could easily surpass 100, and there’s an old navy typist training video of the fastest typewriter typist in the world reaching 180 wpm on demand, and since correction on typewriters is tedious, your accuracy was expected to be near on 100%. On old manual typewriters the skill of keeping all letters even was an additional challenge, since you provided the mechanical force for the type bars. Electric typewriters, like the one I have solve this problem, but it’s still a complicated skill.

Before the invention of the typewriter, the only way to produce clear, reliably text was typesetting. Typesetting is of course, a noble profession, but not something you can easily do in the office on a whim, and wholly unsuitable for one-time messages. Standardized writing in the office reduces the chance of errors and improves your ability to find out who’s to blame when something goes wrong.

Nowadays secretary is not really a job that exists anymore? You mostly hire Executive Assistants and groups of lower managers share a single Executive Assistant rather than accessing a pool of secretaries. Typing is also no longer the name of the game, instead it focuses on maintaining schedules, synthesis of letters from prompts from your manager, and serving as a gatekeeper for mail and meetings. The name has changed because the job has changed, describing an executive assistant as a secretary would be like referring to the blades of a combine harvester as a scythe. That’s not to say secretaries don’t or can’t type, they are still often the most skilled typists in an office (I have seen multiple photos of macbooks with the coating worn clean off their keys by a legal secretary or medical scribe) but most executives are now capable of performing an adequate job of typing and editing on a computer.

If you wish to do some further reading, interesting resources I found while doing some research that I haven’t linked above for this include:

This quora answer from a woman who was a secretary in the 70′s

This series from an EE magazine about what it was like to work in a typing pool

[theshimokitazawayattokoren]

What exactly are The Benefits of Brewing Coffee With Whole Beans?

One of the best usual questions our company get inquired is actually "perform I really need to spend for a bean-to-cup coffee equipment?"

It's a decent concern. There are numerous more affordable machines on the market, consisting of standard capuccino, case as well as filter coffee makers. These are likewise easier, as you do not need to have to grind your own coffee.

Our experts still assume bean-to-cup coffee machine are actually the most effective alternative though. As a matter of fact, the preference, freshness and also scent of whole-bean coffee is significantly much better than alternative possibilities. Right here's why.

1. New Coffee Every Time

Coffee grains have a lengthy trip to hit your kitchen area. After beginning as a seed, the coffee vegetation requires to grow, grow beans as well as be actually gathered. The beans then require to be sent out to your property, commonly countless kilometers away and also using several stores or warehouses.

Once beans are ground, having said that, they swiftly drop freshness. A whole coffee bean safeguards the flavoursome oils from dissipating, once ground these rapidly begin to disappear-- in as low as 20-30 moments.

This is actually why stale coffee loses a great deal of its refined flavour. It may still be actually delightful to drink, however those pointers of cocoa or citrus won't be actually detectable.

Thus, if you appreciate the best coffee, entire grains that are ground prior to you make are the most effective possibility. Bean-to-cup coffee equipments deliver this with every mug.

2. Even more Control Over Your Coffee

Shuck coffee equipments have actually come to be usual in recent years-- as well as it is actually effortless to find why. They are actually made to create coffee quickly, continually as well as with very little anxiety. Most hull equipments are additionally relatively economical.

This is great if you just want a prompt coffee to get out of bed in the morning. But if you do not such as exactly how the coffee flavors, husk makers don't give numerous means to customise it to your choice.

In contrast, bean-to-cup coffee machines supply a range of customisation choices. Through readjusting environments for work coarseness, toughness, mug size as well as water temp, you can make coffee that matches your flavors. This can easily take some trial and error, but deserves it when you find the suitable blend.

And, as soon as you've found the perfect environments, advanced makers allow you spare an account for potential make use of.

3. Select Your Favourite Beans

Certain, if you merely really want a steady flavour along with as little difficulty as achievable, pre-ground coffee is the easy choice.

However if you appreciate the making procedure, aspect of the fun is testing beans coming from different portion of the globe. The understated variations could be a delight, and finding a new bean with a wonderful flavour is one of the wonderful happiness of drinking coffee.

This is actually why bean-to-cup equipments are actually a better option for coffee fanatics. Besides remaining in catbird seat over the developing method, you're additionally accountable of which beans to make use of.

Make certain you save your beans in a darkened site and impermeable compartment though, typically they can easily still go stale.

4. Additional Control Over Grind Coarseness

You don't obtain any sort of option when it involves pre-ground coffee coarseness. The manufacturer determines which coarseness to utilize-- and also this may at times trigger mediocre coffee.

Find, grind coarseness is a necessity of creating great coffee. The objective is actually to extract simply good enough flavour, however the inappropriate coarseness can bring about either under or even over removal. If your coffee is pre-ground with the incorrect coarseness, you're never going to get the coffee you ought to have. And if it doesn't have a regular grind, your maker is going to have a hard time to remove adequate flavour-- especially when making capuccino.

The bright side is actually that bean-to-cup coffee machines have integrated grinders along with numerous coarseness settings. This provides you a lot more control over the ultimate preference.

So, what coarseness should you try for when making use of a bean-to-cup coffee maker?

As a whole, coffees require a fine work. When ground consistently (make use of a burr mill), an alright work enables your coffee equipment to essence loads of flavour. For evaluation, a French press requires a much coarser grind.

Yet another advantage of making use of a bean-to-cup coffee equipment is actually that you're just grinding sufficient beans for one or two mugs. This makes it quick and easy to readjust coarseness for every brew, until you discover the ideal option for the type of grain as well as machine you're making use of.

Are There Any Downsides?

Some of minority downsides to a bean-to-cup machine is actually that you can not steep decaffeinated coffee using whole beans. Thankfully, the majority of styles feature an option for making along with ground coffee, although the flavor as well as freshness will not be actually as great. Lots of bean-to-cup makers are also huge matched up to capsule or even standard espresso devices, due to the integrated grinder.

An additional noticeable downside is actually ease. Vessel coffee machines fast and simple to use, therefore you can get consistent coffee without needing to have to find out bunches of alternatives and settings. If you only really want a rapid morning coffee that samples much better than instant, a covering equipment may be a great alternative.

But the greatest downside is actually the rate. Bean-to-cup coffee makers are generally more costly than various other kinds, as they consist of advanced modern technology. If you're on a tight spending plan, they could certainly not be actually the greatest alternative.

On the bonus side, you can easily find some excellent designs in the ₤ 300- ₤ 600 variation-- you don't need to sprinkle out on a ₤ 1000 device. Acquiring entire beans is actually also less costly than acquiring vessels, so they can save cash down the road.

Summary

While various other forms of coffee machine may be easier, bean-to-cup makers are actually still the best option for coffee buffs. You acquire much more control over your coffee, as you may pick the grain kind, work coarseness, coffee toughness and also a lot more. They are also wonderful for testing beans from around the globe.

But the most ideal aspect of a bean-to-cup maker is actually that the coffee beans are ground right prior to the brewing method. This decreases the dissipation of oils that are essential for flavour and fragrance, so you constantly obtain a new mug of coffee.

[fuwafuwamedb]

Blue Feather Pt 7 (Hakuno, Gilgamesh)

Previous: One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six

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There she was.

Sitting up, yawning lightly as she lay in a thick collection of blankets. Her eyes drifted over to him, no doubt taking in the poor hair style coming undone and the rain having drenched him into a state of disarray.

Enkidu was inching towards the bed, glancing between him and her for direction.

On the one hand, the pup loved to climb onto the bed and make messes.

On the other hand, he did not appreciate having to clean up said mess after Enkidu would decide to enjoy themselves to the fullest extent.

“You’re all wet, aren’t you?” Hakuno cooed, rubbing the pup’s ears after a moment. She was moving a little, smiling softly to the beast. Her legs were sliding slowly from the bed, baring themselves to his view. The fabric he’d thrown her in glimmered, doing nothing to help with the sleepy, vulnerable sight that she made.

“Your farm has survived.”

Hakuno looked up, seeing him motion to the outdoors.

“I’ve been ensuring the upkeep, since you decided to risk yourself for my behalf.”

“You… You were bleeding out and were close to death.”

Semantics. He shrugged off the words before pulling off his shoes.

There was no sense in remaining here much longer. Tomorrow, he would investigate a few more maps and finally find familiar terrain so he could return to his home. It wouldn’t be terribly difficult and, since the grounds here were so fertile, it meant he would have an easy time coming back and taking over. Cu Chulainn and Hakuno could be spared, absorbed into Uruk’s citizens. The rest of them?

Well, they were matters for later.

“Thank you.”

She was still eyeing him strangely, despite the gratitude.

“You shouldn’t rescue people lying about outside so easily,” he pointed out, earning a nod.

She continued to wait, staring at him.

“Along with that, your home is tiny. You have more than enough land, yet you waste the space on nothing. Build a route indoors to your barn and coop as well. This rain is not something to think so little of. It comes down by the bucket.”

“Um… Has anyone… Has anyone visited?”

Hmm?

Was she waiting for someone to visit her?

None of them were truly worth waiting on. That mutt of a man, Cu, was chasing skirts. That useless purple moss haired boy, Shinji, deserved to have his body thrown into the nearest pit. And then there was Leo, the self-proclaimed ruler of this area, who needed to be taken down a good peg or eight. Had the fool owned a kingdom closer to Uruk, he would have sent his weakest troops to bring back his head.

Then he would let the kids use it for a ball.

“I was just curious,” Hakuno replied. “The blue feather is not normally worn like that.”

Was he still wearing it?

Gilgamesh let his hair down, pulling the thing out and scoffing.

“It was the least offensive adornment I’ve found and it keeps my hair in place.”

“I see.”

“It is not as though I like the thing.” He set the feather on the table. “Also, are you good with a pair of sheers?”

It took a good ten minutes to get her moving. He brought her to the table and set her on the flat surface, handing her the scissors he had attempted to use before. Her eyes went to his a moment as she brushed through the lengthy hair.

“Are you sure about this?” She asked.

“Are you incapable of trimming?”

“I’ve done it before.”

She better have cut Leo’s hair or something. He was the only one close to a decent haircut.

The first few strands were cut through and, with great trust he didn’t truly feel, he left his fate in her hands. His attention went to the feather sitting beside the brush and the woman. He could see more and more of his hair falling, his head beginning to feel lighter.

Enkidu wagged their tail nearby, watching them.

“You never did tell me if company came over,” Hakuno pointed out.

“You’ve had plenty. They’re idiots.”

The woman nodded, leaving him to sit there as she trimmed around one of his ears. The light snipping filled the air. The silence, although it may have been comfortable enough for her, was not for him. The pitter pattering of rain didn’t help either.

“You don’t seem surprised by my statement.”

“Everyone’s an idiot, but the people here can be a pain. They mean well though and a few are my friends. If the worst they are is simply idiots, then I think I’m doing alright. There are worst people out there.”

True, but that didn’t excuse anything.

“Let me turn your head,” she murmured.

He turned it for her, glancing towards the kitchen area.

“Any house improvements will be a bit hard,” the woman confessed. “My family comes to visit often and they’re not huge on changing anything. Getting them to move out and let me have my own peace here was difficult enough.”

“Unmarried women shouldn’t live alone.”

“I managed for long enough.”

Had she?

The state of the place said she was scraping by, but not by much. The fact that most the people in the town had talked about their concern for her only made it more obvious that she needed someone around.

“I need to see the back,” she told him.

He turned again, closing his eyes.

Adopting a wife was probably not the smartest choice right now.

Sure, he’d lost immortality to a snake and still had to live…

No, he wouldn’t think about how his venture away from Uruk had been all for naught. Right now he was fixing his appearance. Once that was done, he could do a great deal more.

The scissors were set on the table, abandoned a moment before Hakuno was moving those hands through his hair. She leaned a bit closer, brushing the loose hair most likely. Perhaps she was also looking for any spots she may have missed, since her hands were running through his hair a bit more than even the removal of some loose, stray hairs.

“I’m done.”

He went to the mirror near the bathroom, finding his own more familiar appearance looking back at him.

That was the king he was, right there.

“Adequate,” he told her.

“I’m surprised,” she replied, picking up the feather from her side.

“About?”

She had done an excellent job on his hair. Normally, these useless women in the kingdom would fail to trim his hair properly. They would try for straight lines and make awkward, crooked lines. Instead, his hair looked as though his own mother had been tending to it. Her or Siduri.

She had even gotten the sideburns nicely.

Impressive. Impressive.

She had been most suitable.

“Well, the blue feather is a proposal item. I didn’t think you would wear it so proudly and declare yourself my husband. I had just hoped my family would give you a break if they came to visit and you presented it before them.”

“Husband?”

He froze, glancing over to see her nod.

She stood up on her wobbly legs, her smile still as calm as ever.

“That is what the feather means. Anyone who would see it would know that you are my husband… How many people did you see?”

All of them.

He’d seen the whole damn village.

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When is Enough Enough? [Chapter Four]

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The party was about just what Logan had expected; which was to say he wasn’t having a good time at all. It wasn’t Roman’s doing, the scene just wasn’t one that the logical man liked to frequent. When he’d first been invited, Logan had attempted to decline as politely as he could, reminding Roman how out of his comfort zone he would be.

“Oh come on, teach, you must be in attendance! It wouldn’t be the same without you there.”

While Logan appreciated Roman’s assurance that the shindig wouldn’t be half as fun if he didn’t show up, he knew then that Roman would most likely get far two swept up in the atmosphere of the party – as well as his instance to shove his tongue down Virgil’s throat at every possible moment – to make Logan feel all that included. And that was just what was happening.

What had been described as an “intimate get-together between friends,” was in actuality Roman’s home being filled to the brim with cast-mates from former plays he’d taken part in, other theater workers and people whom he’d meet in his improv and acting classes, and some friends of Virgil’s.  Logan was sure that these were decent individuals, but he knew almost no one who was in attendance, and already not having been a fan of parties in general, it was becoming imminent that choosing to come was a mistake.

Roman had greeted him at the door, of course, with Virgil already standing beside him with an arm around his waist and the couple had offered Logan something to drink. It was strange, seeing Virgil fairly comfortable in such a crowded atmosphere, as such a thing usually would be quite the fight with Virgil’s heightened anxiety. But Logan supposes that by Roman’s side, Virgil felt a lot less vulnerable. It was nice, seeing his emo friend coming out of his shell, but it couldn’t take away from the fact that he was alone at a party he didn’t wish to be at.

He’d spoken with the couple briefly, as well as caught up with Patton and Janus. That was strange, too, seeing the two of them together so intimate, all things considered. Janus’s presence in the friend group for a long time was almost nonexistent. Janus and Virgil had been in a relationship some time ago that had turned rather sour. Logan didn’t know the particulars as to why, nor was it any of his business, but they all hadn’t gotten along with Janus very well for quite some time. He was known quite infamously for being a deceitful, lying person and was not welcomed in their presence.

But with time, it seemed that the old wounds between Virgil and Janus had healed for the most part and everyone was beginning to give him a chance. Logan had never had any particularly ill-feelings about Janus. He supposed wearing gloves all the time was a little strange, and there was that one time where Janus had impersonated him for a prank, but for the most part Logan was okay with him. Additionally, he made Patton happy, happier than Logan had seen him in such a long time and Logan could find no issue with that. Having known Patton for as long as Roman and Virgil, it was quite nice to see how Patton warmed up to Janus and eventually cultivated a romantic relationship with him.

Despite how sickly sweet the two couples are, they paid very little attention to Logan, spending time with one another and socializing with the other guests. Logan found himself standing alone in the kitchen, nursing half of a bear that he didn't particularly like before he felt a rather hard tap on his shoulder.

He turned around to see Remus grinning widely at him, clad in the most hideous neon-green shorts, a black sequin shirt with puffy sleeves and dark green flip-flops. Needless to say, it wasn't the wildest thing Logan’s seen him wear.

“Hello Remus. I wasn’t aware you were in attendance.” He attempted to smoother the gratefulness that seeps into his tone, but to no avail. Remus’s grin only seemed to broaden.

“Oh, I wasn’t invited,” Remus announced proudly, pulling himself up onto the counter so that he was sat beside Logan and had a better vantage point to fiddle with his tie. Logan pushed Remus’s hands away and smoothed out his tie. “I thought crashing my bro-bro’s party would be fun but what a bore this is! I’m so bored I could light myself on fire!”

It didn't surprise Logan that Remus wasn’t invited, seeing as his and Roman’s relationship was so fractured, but he didn't comment on it.

“That doesn’t sound like a very good idea,” Logan replied. Remus huffed.

“You’re no fun!”

“That’s interesting, seeing as I seem to recall you having a great deal of fun when we went to the science museum.”

“Well –,” Logan didn't fail to take in the adorable, err, intriguing way that Remus struggled to come up with a response, his face squeezed up in an exasperated expression, “Well that’s different! The museum was fun, not you!”

“Right, of course,” Logan said, knowing Remus was lying through his teeth, “how foolish of me.”

“Exactly. Speaking of fun, it doesn’t look like you were having too much of it before I showed up,” and oh, there was a delectable look in Remus’s eyes as he said it.

Logan wasn't an idiot, he knew there was a spark between them. Remus flirted shamelessly; then again, Remus flirted with everyone. But it felt different with him, more-sincere.

“You know me.”

“I do.”

“Parties aren’t my scene. Roman invited me, and I did not wish to hurt his feelings by not attending.” Remus pressed a pointed finger to Logan’s nose, a teasing smile painted on his face as Logan felt heat flush over his neck.

“Boop!” Remus chimed, pressing his finger again, knowing Logan wouldn’t let anyone else be so up in his personal space. Remus liked that.

“You ever told my brother we talk?” Logan noted that Remus doesn’t say “we’re friends.” He said talk and talk, well, that could mean so many things.

“No, I don’t believe I’ve mentioned it,” – Logan’s fully aware he’d never mentioned it –, “I suppose I figured that you two have a troubled enough relationship as it is.” Remus cocked an eyebrow.

“And you figure you’d trouble it more?”

“I…well…I don’t –.”

“Oh, stop sputtering, Nerdy Wolverine. Doesn’t matter anyway, this way it’ll be a lot easier to fool around with you a little without Roman suspecting a thing.” Now that brought the color out in Logan’s cheeks. He cleared his throat, keen to notice the look of satisfaction that brought Remus. While Logan was not always too keen to pick up when someone was flirting with him, it’s impossible to miss it with Remus. Subtlety really wasn't his forte.

“Very funny,” he chose to say, his brain failing to come up with a more suitable answer, deciding instead to change the subject, “Are you going to get something to drink?”

“Nah,” Remus responded, surprising Logan a great deal, “Me and alcohol don’t really mix all too well.”

“Oh, really? I can’t help but be surprised with that. I was under the impression that you’d enjoy drinking.” Remus’s lip quirked in a lopsided smile as he shruged his shoulders.

“Yeah, you’d think so. But nope, it kind of tends to bring out the worst of my behavior. Not to say that I’m not a bit of a handful most of the time.” Logan couldn't help but smirk at that.

“A bit?”

“Fine, I’m a lot of a handful all of the time,” – Remus punctuated the “lot” by making a squeezing motion in front of his chest as if he were clutching a pair of invisible breasts – “I don’t see you complaining.”

“Not most of the time, I suppose.” Remus chuckled.

“Right. But anyway, the last time I got really, really wasted I climbed up on the roof and decided jumping from it into the pool was a real swell idea.” Although the idea of Remus doing such a thing wasn't by any means surprising, it’s still incredibly upsetting to contemplate. He could have been so severalty injured.

“My god.”

“Yeah, it was pretty wild ‘cuz I actually made it in the water. But if I hadn’t? I woulda splat all over the pavement.” Logan crinkled his nose.

“That’s not a very pleasant image.”

“Just my blood and guts everywhere, all goopy on the pavement.”

“Remus –.”

“You think maybe my head might’ve turned the other way around? Or, or if I woulda broken all my bones and my arms and legs would have been all bent this way and that way and –.”

“Remus!”

“Okay, okay, I’ll stop,” Remus said before grabbing Logan’s hand. “Hey, this party stinks. You wanna hang out outside? I don’t think there’s anybody out there.”

Honestly, the offer was quite tempting. Logan had barely gotten a word in with his other friends and he had just been considering calling it a night before Remus bumped into him. Additionally, Remus wasn't exactly on the guest list and it wouldn’t be odd to imagine Roman being a bit irritated to see his brother in his home.

“Sure, I suppose that sounds adequate,” Logan answered, certainly not because the idea of spending some alone time with Remus is compelling. No, that isn’t it at all, he merely wants to escape the part atmosphere.

“Goodie!” Remus declared vociferously, hopping off of the counter with more force than necessary. Before Logan could even grab the drink he’d been nursing that he did’t particularly want, Remus dragged him through the living room. A few of the party-goers did a double take, most definitely at Remus’s appalling outfit, Logan certainly can’t blame them. But as they push open the sliding-glass door to the backyard, Logan is emediately elated to see the backyard empty, just as Remus had said.

“What’d I tell ya? Nobody’s around,” Remus grinned devilishly before letting go of Logan’s hand – Logan most certainly didn’t miss the lack of contact immediately – and all but collapsed in the grass. Logan sighed at the antics of his friend, watching him pretend to make Snow Angels on the lawn before deciding to lay beside him, ignoring how dirty it would get his clothes. That’s what always seems to happen when Logan spends time with Remus, he momentarily forgot things like how filthy he might get, or silly he might look, or feel. Remus, knowingly or not, made Logan let his walls down.

“Too bad we can’t see any stars out,” Remus said after a brief moment of silence, as Remus was almost never silent, “I bet you could tell me a bunch of nerdy facts about the stars.”

“Well,” Logan said, suddenly feeling strangely nervous as Remus’s fingers brushed against his own, “I suppose, that is to say if you wanted to, we could go to the planetarium together sometime.”

“If I…wanted to?” Remus repeated questioningly. Logan averted eye-contact, casting his gaze to the Star-absent heavens.

“Yes,” Logan said, and though he wasn't looking he could practically see the smile that was spreading across his friend’s face, “If you wanted to. I know I tend to, uh, nerd-out, as you or Roman might say, when it comes to those things. But knowing the conversations we’ve had, I suppose we both nerd out about a lot of –.”

“You know I like you, right?”

Any of the words Logan had intended on saying come to a grinding halt as his eyes suddenly met Remus’s.

“I-I…uh…”

It isn’t as though Logan wasn’t aware of that. Remus had been making it fairly evident for some time, he just hadn’t expected it to be blurted out so brazenly. Looking back on that, though, he shouldn’t have expected anything different. Remus was a shameless, bold man who always said what he thought regardless of what ridicule might come of that.

“I like you a lot,” Remus continued, flipping on his side that their lips were only inches apart and Logan could feel Remus’s breath on his face. “And I know I can be a real pain in the ass. But you make me feel really special, Logan. Almost no one makes me feel special anymore, and it’s been so long since I really felt this way about someone, but I like you.”

Logan wondered if the light in the backyard is dim enough to hide the blush that’s crept over his face, but knowing his luck, probably not. Logan felt himself beginning to shudder, a nervous response that’s so unlike his usual self. His breath hitched but Remus gives him time to collect his thoughts, a small kindness that isn’t lost on him.

“I…I like you too,” Logan admited finally, “I like you quite a bit, Remus.”

It would be a lie to say that Logan hadn’t thought of what kissing Remus might be like. He’d been imagining it quite a lot lately, but this didn’t quite fit the bill. He was expecting it to be rough, somewhere edging on violent, with far too much teeth. That isn’t to say that it was gentle, either. As Logan’s lips interlocked with Remus’s his friend returned the gesture enthusiastic, his hands suddenly all over Logan and mustache tickling his upper-lip just slightly. Tangled in his hair, roaming down his waist. It was open-mouthed, and hot and driven by more passion than Logan would have given himself credit for, but with as heated as the osculation is, Logan found himself overwhelmed by the tenderness that seeps through.

And when Logan found himself pinning Remus into the grass, his hair mussed up and eyes shining with infatuation, his hands straddling Remus’s waist, Logan couldn't help but grin.

“Oh, Dragonfly,” and oh heavens, Remus had certainly never called him that before because he liked that, “I could get used to you on top of me.” Logan kissed him again, strong and unyielding, feeling all sense of his usual composure slip away.

Remus isn’t the man he was expecting, or even looking for at all, but now that he was here he couldn't seem to imagine any other possibility. All intentions of staying for the duration of the party fell away as Logan climbed off of Remus and stumbled to his feet, high off of the pleasure, and the enjoyment and all of the many, seemingly irrational feelings that flooded his mind. Usually, such an infiltration of strong emotion and the dizziness that they cause would terrify Logan but now he wasn't scared. He was thrilled.

“In that vein of thinking,” he said breathlessly, offering Remus a hand as he helped him to his feet, “Maybe we should continue this back at my place?” The flash in Remus’s eyes was positively devious.

“What? You don’t want to continue this here? Think of all the people who could walk out and see us?” Logan sputtered for a moment before seeing the teasing expression on Remus’s face.

“I’m kidding! Come on, nerd. Let’s blow this pop-stand.”

Remus held his hand tight as they walked through the yard and slipped out the back-gate, Logan’s mind running circles as they made it to his car. Logan was overjoyed for taking Roman up on his invitation, to not go to this party would have been a grave mistake.

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Rin in Chaldea (pt 4) (Rin Tohsaka, Mini Cu, Cu Chulainn)

Emiya didn’t remember much of anything, she found.

Walking down the hallway, Rin tried to think carefully on how to take that knowledge. He had admitted that there were various circumstances that could have caused that. It was possible that in another time and place, they had encountered her situation just as they had encountered his situation in his time.

They were alternate realities, converging in one time and place.

If that were the case though, then how would they continue over time?

“I need to think.”

Hearing her own words, Rin glanced into a room nearby, pleased to find that she had managed to find a lounge area. For a time, she could simply close her eyes here and wait for Cu Chulainn to inevitably show up to show her the way back to her rooms.

It was nice enough here.

It was more like being in a decently furnished version of her school. The people were rowdy, the activities were a bit questionable at times, but it seemed like there was order. Guidelines and things had been established.

Her body seemed to sink a bit into the couch as she laid down.

Bliss, unparalleled and long overdue, filled her person as she pulled a blanket over her person and relaxed a bit more.

Here was a good place to simply exist.

Cu Chulainn was a suitable servant to have, she thought to herself.

The man had some charm to him, albeit a bit off the collar and his teasing wasn’t really that necessary. Her mind was still thinking about him though.

God, but wasn’t her mind thinking about him.

Running a hand over her face, she tried to be sensible about this.

Servant.

It meant that he had to listen to her, not the other way around like how it was right now. He was supposed to be cleaning up the messes that came up from time to time.

He was there to serve a goal.

What was the goal of having this many servants though?

Glancing up at the plain looking ceiling, Rin frowned.

This many servants for such a vague goal… What was the point? Was there rotations for masters? How exactly did Gudako and Hakuno get time to breathe and get away from their work? How was depression and anxieties handled? What if someone died?

There were too many questions, not enough answers.

“You are cute.”

Rin paused, hearing the low voice speaking.

Glancing over at the back of the couch, she could see a tail wiggling. A small, plushie-like figure looked down at her, holding a small bowl of crackers in their hands.

Like that dark Cu Chulainn, this small figure shared the same appearance.

“Who are you?”

“I am Mini Cu.”

Oh.

Emiya had mentioned something like him. Rin sat up, motioning for the small being to settle next to her.

“So you’re technically still Cu Chulainn?”

Mini Cu nodded.

“Are you enjoying your snack?”

He was really small. He was like a small child. Those eyes drifted over to her, another nod happening before he held up his bowl.

“You may have some, just be sure to throw some at the useless Queen Medb if she comes in here. They’re extra cheese.”

Medb…

She would need to look up that name later.

“I will be sure to,” Rin told him.

“So you are Lancer Cu Chulainn’s master.”

She nodded, eating her crackers.

“He is adequate, you should go after Cu Alter though.”

“Oh?”

“Berserker. Stronger in ways. I wouldn’t say no to Caster either. He is considered weaker than some, but he has tactical advantages.”

Interesting.

“Lancer is strong too.”

“He is.”

The small being climbed onto her lap, frowning. “Lancer is very strong.”

“He is.” She wasn’t going to disagree with that.

“You like him.”

“He is a good servant.”

“…Now I regret sharing my crackers with you.” The small being climbed off her lap, heading for the door.

“Hey! What’s that supposed to mean?!”

“You aren’t appreciative. You sit there and think that my lancer self is just a servant. You’re no better than Medb.”

“HEY!”

Whoever Medb was, she wasn’t like that!

“I don’t know any of you! You can’t just expect me to like anyone-“

“You watch him though.”

She paused, nearly tripping over the being. “So?”

“You sleep in bed with him.”

She was going to assume that he was meaning actual sleep. The very thought of the alternate meaning had her face heating up. “…I do.”

“You’re terrible.”

“HEY!”

“Rin!”

Lancer was hurrying along the hall, looking down in time not to step on Mini Cu.

“Rin says she likes watching you,” Mini Cu told him.

“Wait!”

Lancer laughed a little, ruffling the little one’s head. “Interrogating Rin, are we?”

“I want more marshmallows.”

“I’ll distract that red archer later.”

Mini Cu smirked her way. “She blushed when I mentioned her sleeping with you too.”

The little cu was a menace!

Lancer was already wrapping an arm around her though, letting the little one escape.

She’d sick Medb on that little cu later.

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Excellent Dragon Ball Z Assessment

Gohan There are those in which are fortunate that the actual Dragon Ball Z . line continues to continue, in addition to those that wonder precisely how the nightmare it may continue since it will not seem to evolve. Right now there really is you should not ask yourself anymore my friend. Given that the first group We stated continues to get the continued set, the particular series will carry on and proceed. How many more Monster Ball Z games are we able to expect in the foreseeable future? To be ongoing...

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Using the actual central of a certain character you may upgrade him or her by purchasing moves along with points that you're awarded within combat. This may give a person some flexibility while using figures but you can conclusion up with the similar result regardless of that personality that you get started with. The movements are generally basic and the excellent moves are relatively quick in order to off. The mixtures call for some quick press button configuration settings which gives the particular combat much more depth when compared with your common button masher. With the development in the direction of more close-range overcome an individual will spend less time period in the air undertaking aerial combat, and typically the a pair of main combatants can be in striking range of each various other and so there will be a lot more a spotlight on fists and also legs than long-ranged electrical power supports. You also refuses to see a wide range of often the dramatic, special assault movement that has been any selection of the activity and anime series. Extremely Dragon Golf ball Z makes an attempt to length itself coming from the cartoon through paying out homage to the witty book style which will be a bit more mature, which usually means it's a lesser amount of colourful and over-the-top.

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Regarding the AI inside the single-player mode, you actually won't be dissatisfied simply by how convincingly they can be hard-wired. They put up a fantastic fight that is all-natural as well as best of just about all, unpredictable. Each figure offers some special attribute that is certainly exploited. It's not adequate to present them a nuanced character; they become some sort of stereotype, as well as caricature associated with a character. The actual two-player mode is more in comparison with only the icing on the particular cake, it does not take main substance. The single-player mode is usually just a prelude for the multi-player mode, but provided that you can find a new worth attacker. Playing versus someone that is deficient in typically the passion will be a great debilitating experience. You'll get yourself longing for often the challenge of the single-player mode.

The music is definitely an paste of remixed old and also new tracks. The sound consequences usually are decent but practically nothing particular. The voiceovers tend to be well-designed but do very little for you to further the plot or even define the characters.

All round Super Dragon Ball Camaro would be best defined as "slightly different" compared to "new along with improved. very well Not anyone will recognize that this would be a waste regarding money but be confident to book it initial if you have just about any doubts.

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A few culmination that assist shed pounds are strawberries blueberries apples and pears as they're culmination wealthy in fiber and antioxidant additives that sell weight reduction while protected in a wholesome food regimen a great method to shed pounds and decrease stomach fats is to consume culmination that sell weight reduction now no longer simplest due to their low calorie content material however additionally due to the fact they've a low glycemic index and due to their excessive fiber and nutrient content material culmination are commonly low in energy but it's far critical to eat them in good enough quantities and may be protected in snacks or as dessert for major food the advocated component to consume will rely upon the fruit to consume but the suitable is to eat among to 3 servings of various culmination in step with day consisting of them in a low-calorie food regimen and followed through ordinary bodily pastime this permits to boom the metabolism and use of the fats reserves amassed withinside the frame favouring weight reduction the primary culmination that sell weight reduction are

1 Strawberries strawberries assist shed pounds due to the fact they comprise few energy and further to this they're wealthy in bioactive compounds because of their excessive degrees of diet c folate and phenolic compounds which give antioxidant and anti inflammatory results additionally strawberries are wealthy in fiber assisting to govern blood sugar degrees and in flip boom the sensation of satiety decreasing the energy ingested and selling weight reduction they're additionally wealthy in potassium which allows alter blood pressure

2 Apples the apple allows to shed pounds due to the fact it's far wealthy in antioxidants along with cake chins and chlorogenic acid in addition to containing fibers along with quercetin that assist alter blood sugar degrees enhance digestion and decrease ldl cholesterol and triglyceride degrees additionally ordinary apple intake ought to assist lessen the threat of coronary heart disorder most cancers and bronchial allergies cinnamon roast apple or clove roast apple is low in energy and makes a scrumptious and nutritious dessert

3 Pear the pear allows to shed pounds due to the fact itis wealthy in fibers enhancing intestinal transit and assisting to fulfill hunger, she allows alter blood levels of cholesterol roasting pears with cinnamon makes a scrumptious dessert for lunch

4. Kiwi kiwi has a laxative impact and is wealthy in diet c and fiber assisting to enhance the functioning of the gut boom the sensation of satiety and sell the pastime of the immune device further because it carries chlorophyll it additionally has a detox impact

5. Papaya papaya has few energy and is wealthy in fiber assisting to enhance the functioning of the gut further due to the fact it's far wealthy in diet c and water it additionally allows lessen water retention relieving the sensation of a swollen stomach as an example papaya is ideal to assist manipulate diabetes and relieve signs and symptoms of gastritis a slice of chopped papaya with one dot of herbal yogurt is an amazing choice for a morning snack

6. Lemon it's far diuretic wealthy in diet c and a effective antioxidant assisting to put off pollutants and depart the pores and skin greater viscous ingesting a cup of tea with lemon peel every day is a super manner to eat lemon without sugar and take benefit of all its benefits

7.Tangerines tangerine enables to shed pounds due to the fact it's miles wealthy in water and fiber in addition to being low in energy this fruit is wealthy in diet c which enables the absorption of iron withinside the gut strengthening the immune gadget its fibers enhance intestinal transit lessen fats absorption and assist manipulate blood glucose

8.Blueberries blueberries are fruit that has diverse fitness blessings now no longer best is it low in energy, however it additionally has a excessive fibre content material that enables manipulate blood sugar ranges and decrease ldlldl cholesterol further to this it's miles wealthy in antioxidants decreasing infection withinside the frame and decreasing harm from loose radicals

9. Melon the melon enables to shed pounds as it has diuretic residences that assist lessen fluid retention due to the fact it's miles wealthy in water further to this it's miles wealthy in potassium fibers and antioxidants which include diet c beta carotene and lycopene

10.Pita better the pitahaya is a low-calorie fruit wealthy in antioxidants which include betalains and flavonoids and consists of diet c iron and hearthplace amongst different compounds which sell weight reduction enhance the immune gadget and assist manipulate blood sugar and to lessen the fats accrued withinside the liver

11.Grapefruit grapefruit is a low-calorie fiber and water wealthy citrus fruit that enables boom satiety among food lowering meals consumption further to that this fruit has suitable quantities of diet A and C carotenoids and phytochemicals which include flavonoids with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory residences

12.Tomato tomato is a fruit wealthy in diet c a ok potassium and lycopene a effective antioxidant further to that the tomato has diuretic anti-inflammatory residences is low in energy and wealthy in fibre supporting to lessen frame weight thirteen Peach the peach is wealthy in fibersantioxidants which include carotenoids polyphenols and nutrients c because of its bioactive additives the peach enables enhance the functioning of the gut lower fluid retention supporting to get rid of pollution from the frame and shed pounds because it reduces the sensation of satiety

thirteen Peach the peach is wealthy in fibers antioxidants which include carotenoids polyphenols and nutrients c because of its bioactive additives the peach enables enhance the functioning of the gut lower fluid retention supporting to get rid of pollution from the frame and shed pounds because it reduces the sensation of satiety

14. Plum this fruit can assist lessen weight due to the fact it's miles wealthy in fibers that lessen digestion time and boom the sensation of satiety after ingesting which reduces urge for food further to that this fruit consists of polyphenols which have an antiadipogenic impact this is they assist lessen the formation of adipose tissue withinside the frame

15. Raspberry raspberry is a fruit this is characterised with the aid of using being wealthy in diverse bioactive compounds which include anthocyanins quercetin diet c and allergic tannins which assist withinside the prevention of diverse persistent illnesses which include diabetes weight problems raspberries also are wealthy in fibre nutrients and minerals further to being low in energy making them an wonderful fruit to assist lessen weight now let's have a look at the energy chart of above stated culmination turned into this facts beneficial kindly provide your comments and hints withinside the comments. kindly assist our paintings with the aid of using sharing this information together along with your pals and own circle of relatives for extra informative. Visit for more information…

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Make Fantastic Paintings With the Right Easel.

A vital tool for producing stunning paintings is a painting easel. Easels are built from various materials that range in price and are available in a variety of sizes, forms, and colors. Here are some things to think about when purchasing an easel, along with advice on how to make the best decision! It's crucial to get a high-quality easel if you want to produce flawless paintings because it will aid in your improvement. Continue reading to learn how to choose the best easel, what it offers, and which model to pick.

A wooden frame used to support an artist's work while it is being painted is called an easel. A rotating easel with a canvas attached to it can be viewed while rotating or swinging away. The most typical shape is square, however, some may be folded up when not in use.  Those with horizontal bars and those with vertical bars are the two primary types of easels. Make sure you will have adequate room in your home for the artist's paint holder and that you will be able to use it comfortably for a number of hours at a time before making your choice.

Advantages of using an Easel.

A painting can be tilted with the use of an easel to better suit the angle at which it is being seen. It is considerably simpler to adjust the angle of the canvas to your position. 

You must be able to do your assignment as rapidly as you can when painting. Using the wrong sort of easel may have a number of serious negative effects on your productivity and the quality of your artwork if you're trying to sell paintings or create high-caliber works of art. 

Easels are crucial if you plan to paint several canvases. You can utilise a mounted canvas easel, which is appropriate for all types of artwork. You can easily tilt or shift an easel like this to suit your requirements. You may save time and work by not constantly switching between canvases or painting tables. Everyone wants an easel, which is understandable given its many advantages.

How to choose the right Easel?

Setting up an easel and painting vertically is how paintings are made. As a result, it is simpler to produce precise paintings that may be hung on the same plane as they were painted. Although utilizing an easel has numerous advantages, you must choose the highest quality item to ensure that your time painting at an easel is fantastic.

Choosing a nice easel might be difficult because there are so many options available in retailers. When purchasing an easel, suitability with your painting style should be your first consideration. This relates to whether it is appropriate for the medium and surface that you want, such as canvas or panels. When looking for an easel, it's important to keep in mind that it should provide strong support for your artwork. Your paintings may lean forward or backward as a result of a poor easel, which will completely ruin their beauty. For instance, a structure that has a heavy top canvas supported by a small base will be unsteady.

If you want your paintings to appear absolutely stunning when they are displayed on a wall, make sure you select a strong stand with enough height adjustments.

What you need to keep in mind is that a decent easel should be large enough to hold the artwork that is typically the largest size. The weight, mobility, and adaptability of an easel are further factors that may affect your ability to paint comfortably. While a lightweight easel could be desirable for mobility, it's also a good idea for it to have sturdy feet so as not to impair your stability while painting.

Because tripod support for easels allows for simple height adjustment and balancing, some painters choose to utilize them. When looking for an easel, simplicity, and use are the third important criteria to take into account.

Why MFPA's Easel?

The easel used by MFPA is similarly made of high-quality wood. It is a reasonably priced easel of high quality and durability. From small to big, canvas mounted, portable, and tripod mounted, MFPA offers a wide variety of easels. Both beginning painters and seasoned professionals will love these easels. Additionally, MFPA offers specially designed, all-wooden framed, large canvas mounted art easels with the best features that adhere to strict health and safety regulations, provide excellent stability and adjustability, and are ideal for both students and professionals alike at competitive prices. These easels will enhance your painting experience by enabling you to complete more tasks.

You may buy these easels with mounted canvas on them. It features original paintings that were digitally printed by hand- and mouth-impaired artists.

Discover right away by going to the MFPA store online!

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How to Bulk Up as a Skinny Guy in 2 Months Using a Home Diet and Workout

According to Peter Bowen, You could be wondering how to bulk up if you're a tiny man. Muscle mass is mostly determined by genetics and fitness, but you may still develop muscle if you follow a smart diet and training plan. According to a 2013 research, lean bulking may provide the same muscle mass increases as filthy bulking without the fat. It takes just two to three months to build nine pounds of muscle mass, however filthy bulking necessitates consuming more than 20% of total calories.

As a tiny man, barbell training is the greatest method to bulk up. Lifting weights using bars is more efficient since it demands the bending of several joints. For the final three repetitions of a normal barbell squat, the lifter should be barely able to stand. This is due to the fact that barbells are meant to put your body's muscles to the test and elicit a strong neuromuscular reaction. You'll also be able to lift more weight than you could with only your bodyweight, which is beneficial for muscular growth.

Eating a lot of calories is another excellent approach for a slender person to acquire weight. Because slim males aren't used to consuming large amounts of food, it's ideal to consume at least 20 times their body weight. Mixing a protein-based weight gain smoothie with milk might help you consume more calories. Drinking enough of water can help you gain muscle and enhance your calorie intake.

Peter Bowen pointed out that, Eating extra protein is another technique for a slim man to bulk up. Protein and good fat are abundant in lean red meat and fatty seafood. They'll help you consume more calories while also supplying important vitamins and minerals. Protein foods such as chicken and turkey are suitable. While they are not a complete protein supply, they do provide adequate calories and are a good source of healthful fat.

Working out four times a week is another technique to bulk up as a slim man. It's crucial to practice both aerobic and weight training. If exercise isn't your thing, consider weight lifting or a cardio workout to gain muscle. You may notice results in as little as a month if you do these workouts. You may also improve your appearance, which can raise your self-esteem. However, it's critical to maintain a decent aerobic regimen in order to keep the fat at bay.

The most essential thing to remember when it comes to diet is to have adequate protein and carbohydrates. Protein and carbs are the two most important building blocks of muscle, so consume enough of them. You should attempt a carnivorous diet if you don't want to gain too much muscle. You may also consume some fruit. Try include fats in your regular diet for a well-balanced diet. These are heavy in calories, yet they won't make you feel full.

To achieve a muscular body, the normal person has to bulk for at least six months. In the higher percentile, it takes around two months to detect a change in weight, while in the lower percentile, it might take anything from three to fifteen pounds. You should grow two pounds of muscle every month if you exercise frequently and stick to a rigorous food regimen. You should develop nine pounds of muscle by the third month, with the remainder of your body weight being stored fat.

You can keep your energy levels up by drinking enough of water, drinking Coke and Gatorade, and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables during these trying times. The most crucial aspect of bulking is creating excellent habits and automating a lifestyle shift. It is not difficult to do this if you prepare ahead of time and make modifications to your regular routine. So, what do you have to lose? Start today, and you'll be blown away by the results!

In Peter Bowen’s opinion, A slim person should consume a well-balanced diet that contains a range of muscle-building foods to grow muscle mass. A dietary combination with at least one gram of protein per pound of body weight is the optimum. Carbohydrates and healthy fats should also be included. A healthy snack is also essential to your diet. Finally, he should workout with the goal of hitting all muscle groups evenly. Allow ample time for your body to heal. You should also obtain at least two rest days every week and receive eight hours of sleep and a day off. Another important factor is to use the greatest supplements to assist you grow muscle.

Cardio is a crucial element of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and may help you maintain your figure. Cardio activities will burn a lot of calories, but if you want to bulk up, you'll have to keep them. Morning workouts are excellent for fat loss, while afternoon workouts are optimal for muscle gain. The aim is to grow muscle and weight, but keep in mind that muscle building is tough and takes time. It might take weeks, months, or even years!

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Name: Kasimir Von Hresvelg, but you know that well. Age: 30. I’m getting quite old, aren’t I? Do you like to cuddle?: I don’t presume that is among your favored activities, but if you are willing to indulge me, I’d gladly take on it. Can we make-out?: That’s quite the straightforward question, but... Yes. A night in or dinner out?: A dinner out sounds fantastic. I am sure we both know places in Enbarr we’d like to show to one another, yes? Though, the risk is as it is that we are not going to surprise the other much, aha. Ice cream or chocolate covered strawberries?: The strawberries, certainly. What makes you a good Valentine? I suppose that’s up to you to tell, really, as anything beyond that may be too cocky of me to say. Would you cook for me?: Oh, of course. I’m not a chef by any means, but I believe I can make you a half decent meal, if you’d like. Would you let me cook for you?: Yes, of course!

IT’S A SURPRISE, CERTAINLY, this from kasimir, of all people, and he can feel the faintest flush of heat in his cheeks already. [ it’s almost too good to be true, isn’t it ? ] but the prospect is an enticing one, and hubert isn’t fool enough to pass it up, not when so freely offered.

         “  dinner out might be preferable to a meal in, all things considered,  ”  he muses; he has no frame of reference for kasimir’s cooking skills, but his own cooking talents, while more than adequate for the thick of war, would fall far short of suitable for a romantic evening.  “  it would be far less private, of course, but i suspect i can pull a few strings where that is concerned.  ”

        hubert has little fondness for sweets, but he supposes strawberries do sound preferable to the alternative, and as for the rest …  well.  “  as for the … other activities —  ”  and isn’t that an attractive thought ? [ kasimir might be surprised by how amenable he is to the idea of cuddling, even juvenile as it is, to say nothing of the prospect of kissing him. ]  “  — we can discuss those later in the evening. it wouldn’t do for us to get ahead of ourselves.  ”

valentine’s app i’m too lazy to track down; @hamartio​.