#Swiss Clone Watches

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What Should You Look for When Buying Swiss Super Clone Watches?

Swiss Super Clone Watches have become a popular choice for watch enthusiasts who want to experience the luxury and craftsmanship of high-end Swiss watches without spending a fortune. If you’re considering buying a Swiss Super Clone Watch for the first time, there are a few key factors to keep in mind to ensure you make a smart purchase.

1. Quality of Craftsmanship

When it comes to Super Clone Watches, the quality of craftsmanship is paramount. These watches are designed to closely replicate the look and feel of authentic Swiss watches, so paying attention to the details is essential. Look for features like a smooth and accurate movement, high-quality materials, and precise finishes on the case, dial, and bracelet. The more closely these details match the original, the better the Super Clone watch.

2. Reputation of the Seller

One of the most important aspects of buying Swiss Super Clone Watches is choosing a reputable seller. There are many sellers in the market, but not all offer high-quality products. Do some research and read reviews from other buyers to find a trusted seller. A reputable seller will provide detailed information about their watches, including the materials used, the movement type, and the level of accuracy in the design.

3. Understanding the Different Grades of Super Clones

Not all Super Clone watches are created equal. There are different grades of replicas, with varying levels of quality and accuracy. Replica Watches are typically the highest grade, offering the closest resemblance to the original Swiss watches. These watches often use Swiss movements and high-quality materials, making them the best choice for those who want the most authentic experience. Make sure you understand the differences between the grades and choose accordingly.

4. Check for Authenticity Markers

While Swiss Super Clone Watches are not authentic luxury watches, they often include certain markers to enhance their resemblance to the originals. These may include engraved logos, serial numbers, and other details that are found on genuine Swiss watches. However, it’s important to remember that these markers do not make the watch authentic; they simply add to the overall look and feel. Be cautious of sellers who try to pass off Super Clones as genuine watches.

5. Price Considerations

Price is another crucial factor when buying Super Clone Swiss Watches. While these watches are significantly more affordable than genuine Swiss watches, high-quality Super Clones can still be relatively expensive. Be wary of prices that seem too good to be true, as they may indicate lower quality or counterfeit products. A reasonable price range for a good Swiss Super Clone Watch will reflect the quality of materials and craftsmanship used in its construction.

6. Warranty and Return Policy

Before making a purchase, check if the seller offers a warranty or return policy. A warranty can provide peace of mind, knowing that you can get support if there are any issues with the watch. A return policy is also important in case the watch does not meet your expectations or if there are any defects.

7. Customer Support and After-Sales Service

Lastly, consider the level of customer support and after-sales service provided by the seller. Reliable sellers of Swiss Super Clone Watches will offer good customer service, answering any questions you may have and providing support after your purchase. This is especially important if you’re new to buying replica watches and may need assistance.

Conclusion

Buying Swiss Super Clone Watches can be a rewarding experience, offering the elegance and style of luxury Swiss watches at a fraction of the cost. By paying attention to the quality of craftsmanship, choosing a reputable seller, understanding the different grades of replicas, checking for authenticity markers, considering the price, and ensuring good customer support, you can make a well-informed purchase. Remember, while Swiss Super Clone Watches are not authentic, they can provide a high-quality and satisfying experience for those who appreciate fine watchmaking.

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This is your brain on fraud apologetics

In 1998, two Stanford students published a paper in Computer Networks entitled “The Anatomy of a Large-Scale Hypertextual Web Search Engine,” in which they wrote, “Advertising funded search engines will be inherently biased towards the advertisers and away from the needs of consumers.”

https://research.google/pubs/pub334/

If you’d like an essay-formatted version of this post to read or share, here’s a link to it on pluralistic.net, my surveillance-free, ad-free, tracker-free blog:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/02/24/passive-income/#swiss-cheese-security

The co-authors were Lawrence Page and Sergey Brin, and the “large-scale hypertextual web search-engine” they were describing was their new project, which they called “Google.” They were 100% correct — prescient, even!

On Wednesday night, a friend came over to watch some TV with us. We ordered out. We got scammed. We searched for a great local Thai place we like called Kiin and clicked a sponsored link for a Wix site called “Kiinthaila.com.” We should have clicked the third link down (kiinthaiburbank.com).

We got scammed. The Wix site was a lookalike for Kiin Thai, which marked up their prices by 15% and relayed the order to our local, mom-and-pop, one-branch restaurant. The restaurant knew it, too — they called us and told us they were canceling the order, and said we could still come get our food, but we’d have to call Amex to reverse the charge.

As it turned out, the scammers double-billed us for our order. I called Amex, who advised us to call back in a couple days when the charge posted to cancel it — in other words, they were treating it as a regular customer dispute, and not a systemic, widespread fraud (there’s no way this scammer is just doing this for one restaurant).

In the grand scheme of things, this is a minor hassle, but boy, it’s haunting to watch the quarter-century old prophecy of Brin and Page coming true. Search Google for carpenters, plumbers, gas-stations, locksmiths, concert tickets, entry visas, jobs at the US Post Office or (not making this up) tech support for Google products, and the top result will be a paid ad for a scam. Sometimes it’s several of the top ads.

This kind of “intermediation” business is actually revered in business-schools. As Douglas Rushkoff has written, the modern business wisdom reveres “going meta” — not doing anything useful, but rather, creating a chokepoint between people who do useful things and people who want to pay for those things, and squatting there, collecting rent:

https://rushkoff.medium.com/going-meta-d42c6a09225e

It’s the ultimate passive income/rise and grind side-hustle: It wouldn’t surprise me in the least to discover a whole festering nest of creeps on Tiktok talking about how they pay Mechanical Turks to produce these lookalike sites at scale.

This mindset is so pervasive that people running companies with billions in revenue and massive hoards of venture capital run exactly the same scam. During lockdown, companies like Doordash, Grubhub and Uber Eats stood up predatory lookalike websites for local restaurants, without their consent, and played monster-in-the-middle, tricking diners into ordering through them:

https://pluralistic.net/2020/09/19/we-are-beautiful/#man-in-the-middle

These delivery app companies were playing a classic enshittification game: first they directed surpluses to customers to lock them in (heavily discounting food), then they directed surplus to restaurants (preferential search results, free delivery, low commissions) — then, having locked in both consumers and producers, they harvested the surplus for themselves.

Today, delivery apps charge massive premiums to both eaters and restaurants, load up every order with junk fees, and clone the most successful restaurants out of ghost kitchens — shipping containers in parking lots crammed with low-waged workers cranking out orders for 15 different fake “virtual restaurants”:

https://pluralistic.net/2020/12/01/autophagic-buckeyes/#subsidized-autophagia

Delivery apps speedran the enshittification cycle, but Google took a slower path to get there. The company has locked in billions of users (e.g. by paying billions to be the default search on Safari and Firefox and using legal bullying to block third party Android device-makers from pre-installing browsers other than Chrome). For years, it’s been leveraging our lock-in to prey on small businesses, getting them to set up Google Business Profiles.

These profiles are supposed to help Google distinguish between real sellers and scammers. But Kiin Thai has a Google Business Profile, and searching for “kiin thai burbank” brings up a “Knowledge Panel” with the correct website address — on a page that is headed with a link to a scam website for the same business. Google, in other words, has everything it needs to flag lookalike sites and confirm them with their registered owners. It would cost Google money to do this — engineer-time to build and maintain the system, content moderator time to manually check flagged listings, and lost ad-revenue from scammers — but letting the scams flourish makes Google money, at the expense of Google users and Google business customers.

Now, Google has an answer for this: they tell merchants who are being impersonated by ad-buying scammers that all they need to do is outbid them for the top ad-spot. This is a common approach — Amazon has a $31b/year “ad business” that’s mostly its own platform sellers bidding against each other to show you fake results for your query. The first five screens of Amazon search results are 50% ads:

https://pluralistic.net/2022/11/28/enshittification/#relentless-payola

This is “going meta,” so naturally, Meta is doing it too: Facebook and Instagram have announced a $12/month “verification” badge that will let you report impersonation and tweak the algorithm to make it more likely that the posts you make are shown to the people who explicitly asked to see them:

https://www.vox.com/recode/2023/2/21/23609375/meta-verified-twitter-blue-checkmark-badge-instagram-facebook

The corollary of this, of course, is that if you don’t pay, they won’t police your impersonators, and they won’t show your posts to the people who asked to see them. This is pure enshittification — the surplus from users and business customers is harvested for the benefit of the platform owners:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/01/21/potemkin-ai/#hey-guys

The idea that merchants should master the platforms as a means of keeping us safe from their impersonators is a hollow joke. For one thing, the rules change all the time, as the platforms endlessly twiddle the knobs that determine what gets shown to whom:

https://doctorow.medium.com/twiddler-1b5c9690cce6

And they refuse to tell anyone what the rules are, because if they told you what the rules were, you’d be able to bypass them. Content moderation is the only infosec domain where “security through obscurity” doesn’t get laughed out of the room:

https://doctorow.medium.com/como-is-infosec-307f87004563

Worse: the one thing the platforms do hunt down and exterminate with extreme prejudice is anything that users or business-customers use to twiddle back — add-ons and plugins and jailbreaks that override their poor choices with better ones:

https://www.theverge.com/2022/9/29/23378541/the-og-app-instagram-clone-pulled-from-app-store

As I was submitting complaints about the fake Kiin scam-site (and Amex’s handling of my fraud call) to the FTC, the California Attorney General, the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau and Wix, I wrote a little Twitter thread about what a gross scam this is:

https://twitter.com/doctorow/status/1628948906657878016

The thread got more than two million reads and got picked up by Hacker News and other sites. While most of the responses evinced solidarity and frustration and recounted similar incidents in other domains, a significant plurality of the replies were scam apologetics — messages from people who wanted to explain why this wasn’t a problem after all.

The most common of these was victim-blaming: “you should have used an adblocker” or “never click the sponsored link.” Of course, I do use an ad-blocker — but this order was placed with a mobile browser, after an absentminded query into the Google search-box permanently placed on the home screen, which opens results in Chrome (where I don’t have an ad-blocker, so I can see material behind an ad-blocker-blocker), not Firefox (which does have an ad-blocker).

Now, I also have a PiHole on my home LAN, which blocks most ads even in a default browser — but earlier this day, I’d been on a public wifi network that was erroneously blocking a website (the always excellent superpunch.net) so I’d turned my wifi off, which meant the connection came over my phone’s 5G connection, bypassing the PiHole:

https://pluralistic.net/2022/04/28/shut-yer-pi-hole/

“Don’t click a sponsored link” — well, the irony here is that if you habitually use a browser with an ad-blocker, and you backstop it with a PiHole, you never see sponsored links, so it’s easy to miss the tiny “Sponsored” notification beside the search result. That goes double if you’re relaxing with a dinner guest on the sofa and ordering dinner while chatting.

There’s a name for this kind of security failure: the Swiss Cheese Model. We all have multiple defenses (in my case: foreknowledge of Google’s ad-scam problem, an ad-blocker in my browser, LAN-wide ad sinkholing). We also have multiple vulnerabilities (in my case: forgetting I was on 5G, being distracted by conversation, using a mobile device with a permanent insecure search bar on the homescreen, and being so accustomed to ad-blocked results that I got out of the habit of checking whether a result was an ad).

If you think you aren’t vulnerable to scams, you’re wrong — and your confidence in your invulnerability actually increases your risk. This isn’t the first time I’ve been scammed, and it won’t be the last — and every time, it’s been a Swiss Cheese failure, where all the holes in all my defenses lined up for a brief instant and left me vulnerable:

https://locusmag.com/2010/05/cory-doctorow-persistence-pays-parasites/

Other apologetics: “just call the restaurant rather than using its website.” Look, I know the people who say this don’t think I have a time-machine I can use to travel back to the 1980s and retrieve a Yellow Pages, but it’s hard not to snark at them, just the same. Scammers don’t just set up fake websites for your local businesses — they staff them with fake call-centers, too. The same search that takes you to a fake website will also take you to a fake phone number.

Finally, there’s “What do you expect Google to do? They can’t possibly detect this kind of scam.” But they can. Indeed, they are better situated to discover these scams than anyone else, because they have their business profiles, with verified contact information for the merchants being impersonated. When they get an ad that seems to be for the same business but to a different website, they could interrupt the ad process to confirm it with their verified contact info.

Instead, they choose to avoid the expense, and pocket the ad revenue. If a company promises to “to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful,” I think we have the right to demand these kinds of basic countermeasures:

https://www.google.com/search/howsearchworks/our-approach/

The same goes for Amex: when a merchant is scamming customers, they shouldn’t treat complaints as “chargebacks” — they should treat them as reports of a crime in progress. Amex has the bird’s eye view of their transaction flow and when a customer reports a scam, they can backtrack it to see if the same scammer is doing this with other merchants — but the credit card companies make money by not chasing down fraud:

https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/rosalindadams/mastercard-visa-fraud

Wix also has platform-scale analytics that they could use to detect and interdict this kind of fraud — when a scammer creates a hundred lookalike websites for restaurants and uses Wix’s merchant services to process payments for them, that could trigger human review — but it didn’t.

Where do all of these apologetics come from? Why are people so eager to leap to the defense of scammers and their adtech and fintech enablers? Why is there such an impulse to victim-blame?

I think it’s fear: in their hearts, people — especially techies — know that they, too, are vulnerable to these ripoffs, but they don’t want to admit it. They want to convince themselves that the person who got scammed made an easily avoidable mistake, and that they themselves will never make a similar mistake.

This is doubly true for readerships on tech-heavy forums like Twitter or (especially) Hacker News. These readers know just how many vulnerabilities there are — how many holes are in their Swiss cheese — and they are also overexposed to rise-and-grind/passive income rhetoric.

This produces a powerful cognitive dissonance: “If all the ‘entrepreneurs’ I worship are just laying traps for the unwary, and if I am sometimes unwary, then I’m cheering on the authors of my future enduring misery.” The only way to resolve this dissonance — short of re-evaluating your view of platform capitalism or questioning your own immunity to scams — is to blame the victim.

The median Hacker News reader has to somehow resolve the tension between “just install an adblocker” and “Chrome’s extension sandbox is a dumpster fire and it’s basically impossible to know whether any add-on you install can steal every keystroke and all your other data”:

https://mattfrisbie.substack.com/p/spy-chrome-extension

In my Twitter thread, I called this “the worst of all possible timelines.” Everything we do is mediated by gigantic, surveillant monopolists that spy on us comprehensively from asshole to appetite — but none of them, not a 20th century payment giant nor a 21st century search giant — can bestir itself to use that data to keep us safe from scams.

Next Thu (Mar 2) I'll be in Brussels for Antitrust, Regulation and the Political Economy, along with a who's-who of European and US trustbusters. It's livestreamed, and both in-person and virtual attendance are free:

https://www.brusselsconference.com/registration

On Fri (Mar 3), I'll be in Graz for the Elevate Festival:

https://elevate.at/diskurs/programm/event/e23doctorow/

[Image ID: A modified version of Hieronymus Bosch's painting 'The Conjurer,' which depicts a scam artist playing a shell-game for a group of gawking rubes. The image has been modified so that the scam artist's table has a Google logo and the pea he is triumphantly holding aloft bears the 'Sponsored' wordmark that appears alongside Google search results.]

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Murder Drones - Trauma and Healing

I was once of the opinion that Murder Drones never really had a theme or message. It was kind of just, watch the funny robots be funny.

But the more I've thought about it the more I've realized, Murder Drones does have a theme. And that theme?

Trauma, how it affects people, and how to heal from it.

In this essay I will go over five of the characters of the show, Uzi, N, V, Doll, and Tessa, and describe their traumas. How it affects their actions, and what they do to heal from them.

Uzi - Lonliness and Acceptance

Uzi grew up with no friends, classmates who either hated or ignored her, an emotionally negligent father, and a dead (*cough* in church *cough*) mother. Truth be told, she had no one. No one to talk to, no one who would listen to her, no one who cared about her.

She was alone and very vulnerable. However, she didn't like that. She didn't want people to see her as vulnerable, she didn't want people to see her as weak. So she developed her edgy, "not like other girls" persona to convince people that she wasn't dying inside. That she took all her pain in stride and was owning it.

However, her coping mechanism of creating her goth girl persona didn't help in the long term as it didn't combat her true problem. She was lonely, lonely and... just wanted someone who cared about her.

And one day, while going out to find the last piece of her railgun she needs to save the world and earn her dad's respect and stuff, she meets N. N, the bloodthirsty drone killer, who was willing to sit down and talk to her.

Sure he was blind and thought she was a fellow Murder Drone, but he didn't immediately push her away as emo. Sure he admittedly was used to much worse treatment from much worse people, and Uzi was probably a saint compared to them (which we'll touch on in his part).

But even afterwards, when he realized she was a Worker, and that he would get in massive trouble with J if he let her go, he willingly spared her life. Saw her father leave her to die, and took pity on her.

Where the two came to develop a connection and eventually, friendship.

Uzi had made her first friend.

N - Self Worth and Free Will

His whole life, N has been used and abused.

While we don't know much about his first life, his life before the Elliots, we can only assume he was still treated as a slave, as much as the rest of the Worker race is.

His life with Tessa and her family, while seemingly happy, he still lived with them as a servant. Tessa may have been a good owner, but she was still an owner. He, J, and V might have been good servants, but they were still servants.

His life as a Disassembly Drone was probably the worst. Not only did he have his entire body forcibly changed against his will, but he now was forced to take innocent lives as he relied on their bodies for sustenance. Not to mention he also had his brain swiss cheesed to hell and back, and didn't even know because well... can't remember things well when those memories are full of holes.

Not to mention, the people he was forced to serve under were awful to him. The most obvious one is J, who was him as a waste of materials and space. She literally wanted N dead, leaving a piece of paper that read "kill yourself" in a dog book that she knew N would read, as a Disassembly Drone telling N that if the company allowed it she would kill him herself, and literally stabbing him with a deadly virus after she saw he had dissented.

However the Solver, the Solver was worse. It killed him several times over, wiped his memories of his past deaths, turned him into a monster, and forced him to kill an unspeakable amount of humans and drones. It could clone him an infinite amount of times. If one clone learned too much or got too rebellious, there were always the next hundred. He was disposable, in episode 7, the solver literally said he had served his purpose. The worst part? There's no way of truly knowing what the Solver did to him or forced him to do. How many clones of N it tortured, killed, and replaced.

But what's even worse than this? He enjoyed it. Well, enjoyed is a strong word. But he saw it as okay. He believed that being treated like trash was normal. He literally thanked J for stepping on his neck. He thanked J for "looking out for him" after getting stabbed with the virus.

When Uzi questioned him about what the "company" would do to him after they were finished with their mission on Copper 9, he didn't know. He was blindly following orders, doing what he was told. With no thought to the consequences. He never considered that JcJenson would view them as a bunch of useless, worthless, disposable robots...

Then he meets Uzi. Sure she's a bit rough around the edges, but she doesn't hurt him or belittle him. She values his opinions and him as a person.

She doesn't see him as a means to an end. She sees him as N.

V - Protection and Attachment

V hid information from and hurt N, yet she did it to protect him. V remembered more than N from the manor. More of the killing, the bloodshed, the forced experimentation, more of the Solver.

She didn't want N to remember. To have the same painful memories she did. So she did her best to keep them hidden from him. Keep him in the dark about the Solver.

How did she do that? Avoid telling him anything she knew, anything that he could use to get closer to the truth. She wanted him to stay in blissful ignorance, something she would love to have.

However, her desire to keep N safe didn't just extend to keeping him safe from the Solver, but keeping him safe from her.

She was afraid of loosing N, and the pain that would bring. So if she developed a deep emotion attatchment to N, like say... reciprocating his crush... it would only hurt if she ever lost him again. And she wasn't ready to deal with that pain.

So she pushed him away. pretended to be mean, pretended to be crass, pretended to not notice, not care, literally pretended to forget his name. No attachment, no pain.

But then, Uzi comes along, and her eye starts glitching to show a Solver symbol. V remembers their orders, kill all the Solver infected drones on the planet. But N, N likes this little drone. he sees her as a friend. He won't let V kill her, becuase he doesn't know what she can do.

It would be so easy for V to go behind N's back and kill her, afterall, N's made friends with rocks before. He'd get over a pathetic Worker, right?

But as time goes on, V starts to understand more about Uzi, about why N likes her. She's smart she's kind, she gives a damn about his opinions. She tells him things... that's more than V ever could've done.

And when V realizes N doesn't need her protection anymore, she's willing to let him go.

Doll - Obsession and Isolation

Doll just wanted to be normal. She just wanted to be free from the Solver's influence and live a normal teenage robot life. But she also wanted revenge, revenge on the drone that took her parents from her, revenge on the drone that set her down this path on the first place, V.

After becoming an orphan, Doll became obsessed with getting her revenge on V, to the point she no longer cared about anyone else. Including who lived and who died. Of course, being Solver infected, she had to drink the oil of the Workers around her, so it's hard to fault her for that.

However, it's hard to tell how many drones she kills out of necessity, and how many she kills for other, less justifiable, reasons. The amount of oil she has in her house? You can't tell me she drinks all of it, at least, not before killing more Workers. The prom girls? That was to lure V into the bunker. Even at prom, She kills two (I think) other Worker Drones, for the crime of getting in her way. Why?

V, everything Doll does, is about V. All of the prom-related deaths she caused, were about V. Doll was obsessed with V, all she cared about was killing V to avenge her parents, not caring about who else she had to hurt to do so. All that mattered, was that V ended up dead.

But after Prom, when she had failed to kill V, and ended up getting killed herself. She learned that Uzi had the Solver as well, finally, someone who could understand her pain, someone she could help. But even after learning she and Uzi are in the same boat, she still chooses to go alone.

At every turn she either leaves Uzi to her own, which usually ends in Uzi getting hurt, or she actively antagonizes her, setting back her own progress in terms of investigating the Solver to further her own goals. Even going as far as to sentence Uzi to death by dinesaw after getting to the elevator.

However, in the end, her relcutance to accept help would be her downfall.

Both Uzi and Doll ended up getting confronted by Tessa, whose goal was to have both dead. However, what separated them in those moments was that they had backup. Or at the very least, one did.

When Tessa had been pinned down by Uzi and was about to be stabbed N was there, knife as hand, ready to do whatever it took to save Uzi. He had had enough of Tessa's shadyness, and now only cared about her.

However Doll, Doll was all alone. When she was attacked by Tessa, she had to try to protect herself. She didn't have anyone she could turn to or rely on for help in that moment. So she ended up getting killed by the very monster she was fighting against.

In her last moments, all she could do was find Uzi. And hope that she'd be able to fight back.

Tessa - Love and Compassion (And Getting Skinned Alive By God)

Tessa's parents hated her. Her mom, Louisa, seemed to view her as an embarrassment and while we don't know much about her relationship with her father, James, it can be assumed he was either generally apathetic to his daughter or found her creepy.

Either way, he didn't care much about her, as he was complicit in Lousia's abuse of her, which included chaining her up to her bedpost like she was a misbehaving dog.

Yet, despite her loveless upbringing, when she was given the opportunity to essentially be a mother to the Worker (Zombie) Drones she rescued from the dump, she chose to be the opposite of what her parents were.

While her parents were cruel and demanding, Tessa loved her drones, flaws and all. She was them almost like her children, little ones she had to protect, keep happy and safe. Heck, she probably cared for them more than she should've, considering that they were robots.

However, there was one drone she had found. One who was different than the others, in a way she could never guess. Cyn, little Cyn. She was different than the other Drones Tessa rescued, she was small, had an odd way of walking, and an odd way of talking. But that was okay to Tessa, she was a Worker Drone deserving of a home.

Tessa could've never guessed that by bringing that Worker into her home. She's not only cause the deaths of her parents and countless other fancy rich people, but also her own and lead to the destruction of the entire human race.

The worst part? She couldn't find peace even in death. With her skin being worn by Cyn and used to masquerade as her, tricking her once beloved drones into assisting the very entity they were trying to defeat.

In Tessa's heartfelt attempt to try and break the cycle of abuse, she ended up causing something worse than she could even imagine.

Trauma is a complicated thing to talk about, and an even more complicated thing to get right. However, I do applaud this show for not only tackling the subject but showing such a wide branch of ways the characters cope with it. From finding others to confide in, to harming others in the pursuit of their own interests. And it pains me the fandom can't recognize this.

So many times have I seen people in this fandom either use a character's trauma as an excuse to absolve them of all blame, or ignore it and try to spin them as the second coming of Satan. When these characters are much more complex and fascinating than people give them credit for.

Anyway, thank you for reading and I hope you have a good day.

[sad-sad-detective]

Had a funny little conversation with @telleriy about the Ghouls' favorite TV shows.

Swiss: O Clone (The Clone). He just LOVES telenovelas, who can blame him?

Dewdrop: Person of Interest. The final of the show devastated him.

Cirrus: Game of Thrones. She totally understands Dew's feelings about final seasons.

Aether: Sherlock Holmes (1984 series). He watched almost all screen adaptations of Sherlock Holmes, and this one is his favorite.

Rain: American Horror Story. His favorite season? Hotel, because it has vampires and Lady Gaga.

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The Ministry's Favorite Animated TV Shows

Prompt: The Favorite Animated TV Series of the Ministry. 

Papa Nihil: Scooby Doo. My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.

Sister Imperator: She doesn’t watch them. (The Flintstones was watched frequently during Copia’s childhood, though.)

Primo: The Smurfs. Courage the Cowardly Dog. 

Secondo: He doesn’t like them! (His favorite is Pink Panther.) He’d probably like Metalocalpyse. 

Terzo: Castlevania. Total Drama Island.

Copia: Spongebob Squarepants. Robot Chicken. 

Aether: Bob’s Burgers. King of the Hill. 

Dew/Sodo: Rick and Morty. South Park. 

Swiss: Aqua Teen Hunger Force. Beavis & Butthead.

Rain: Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Teen Titans Go!

Mountain: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Kim Possible.

Phantom: Squidbillies. Regular Show. 

Cirrus: Arcane. Love, Death, & Robots. 

Cumulus: The Powerpuff Girls. Phineas & Ferb. 

Sunshine: Adventure Time. The Fairly Oddparents.

Aurora: Bluey. Steven Universe. 

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SEMI-FINALS POLL 1

26. Angel Anide (She/Her) @x0majestea0x

Miss Anide is a 37yr old chemist who is very much not doing normal chemistry. In her early 20s, she lost a lover dear to her, and began spiralling after she failed to clone her. Now she's been trying to make a chemical that can bring people back from the dead and has taken many lives while doing so. And kill her boss while she's at it.

Her favourite experiment was on someone named Malley, who she successfully managed to get her boss's conscious into and get them out of her way. It was also the most interesting to watch.

You should vote for her because she's also a mother. The clone she failed to make ended up as her daughter and she loves Allay so much. She may be a little evil but she would never hurt a child. She has love in her heart even if it's violent.

Angel also loves cupcakes and would eat them in one go.

Ps. She has cybernetic tentacle limbs that come from her back! Cool!

Relevant Links: I'm sharing her human version because she has the most up to date art. Her toyhouse is not the most organized/up-to-date but theres a lot of images. WARNING FOR SOME NUDITY/SUGGESTIVE ART. Visibility depends on toyhouse settings !! https://toyhou.se/2035561.angelica-angel-anide/15610289.lancer

24. Dr. Diana Diamond (She/Her) @numberposting

She's a science lady. She's trans. AND she's a lil stupid and lame!!! She's got it all!!! She lives in a universe where “mad scientist” is an Actual job you can get, she literally has a degree in Mad Science! She’s Very adamant that mad science is all about pushing the limits of science without being “constrained” by ethical standards set by society, which is to say that she has a moral compass made of swiss cheese. Hashtag girlboss <3

While some people can be a liiittle off-put by her basement-turned-lab containing fun death lasers, she’s honestly just a dweeb once you get to know her. When she’s not conducting weird experiments for mysterious benefactors (or just for personal enjoyment), she’s hanging out with her epic and cool wife Alice!!

Although Diana can be a lil withdrawn, Alice’s optimistic and excitable personality really brings out the best in her!! They do almost everything together: Baking, stargazing, long walks on the beach, vivisecting people…

Her wife is super normal btw don’t even worry about it <3

In short, you should vote for certified sillygirl Diana becuz:

1. She’s a funnie trans lesbian

2. She loves her wife SO much

3. She didn’t get a PhD in Mad Science for nothin’

4. She listens almost exclusively to They Might be Giants and Oingo Boingo

5. She could use the validation tbh

6. She lost the last poll she was in on round 1 isn't that so sad :(

7. I love her :D

Also she does enjoy cupcakes!! She prefers cookies tho <3 If given a cupcake she'd probs just give it to Alice cuz that's what love is all about!!

Relevant Links: She has a whole Neocities blog site thing!! It hasn't been updated in a long while cuz College Hard BUT it'll be updated again sometime in the future!! https://diamondexperiments.neocities.org/

(Image credits: @x0majestea0x and @numberposting, respectively)

[timemimic]

What are the Clone Watch, Super Clone Watch, and Replica Watch?

Clone Watches

Clone watches are only similar in appearance, with their movements and functionalities being different from the original. They are essentially look-alikes on the outside, but with internals that don’t match up to the genuine article.

Super Clone Watches

Super Clone Watches go beyond mere appearance. They not only resemble the original in looks but also replicate the original movement and functions. However, they fall short in some details, such as the technology used in the calendar’s oil pressure and the engraving on the movement’s plates, where noticeable differences can be observed.

Replica Watches

Replica watches are comprehensive restorations of the original product, both inside and out. They achieve true 1:1 replication, from the fine details of the appearance to the functionality of the movement, and even the texture of the movement. These watches replicate over 95% of the original, striving for near-perfect accuracy in every aspect.

In the intriguing world of high-end watches, where the line between the real McCoy and its doppelgänger gets blurry, we have three fascinating characters: “Clone Watches,” “Super Clone Watches,” and “Replica Watches.” Let’s dive into this horological soap opera and see who’s who.

How to distinguish them?

First up, we have the “Clone Watches,” the distant cousins in this family. These timepieces have the look but not the genetic code of their pricier kin. They often use Chinese-produced ETA movements (A2824/A2836 & variants), which are essentially Swiss ETA automatic movement doppelgängers. Although these clones generally boast decent quality and reliability, they’re like that off-brand soda that’s almost like Coke but not quite. You know, the kind that tastes just fine until someone tells you it’s not the real deal. For instance, the Rolex Submariner series in this category uses the Citizen 2813 movement, which, while stable, is more vanilla than a vanilla milkshake. It’s easier to repair, though, which is a plus if you’re not keen on watch surgery.

Next, we have the “Super Clone Watches,” a step up in the imitation game. These guys use the 2824 movement, which is to 2813 what a Tesla is to a golf cart – more stable, reliable, and even passes the COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres) tests, the watch world’s SATs. The Replica Watches, however, are the crown jewels of mimicry. They use the Rolex 3135 movement (and now the 3235, with longer energy storage but a bit like a high-maintenance celebrity in terms of stability). These replicas nail everything from the movement’s details to its functionality, achieving over 95% similarity. It’s like having a stunt double for your Rolex that does all the hard work but costs less.

Thickness is another area where these watches show their true colors. The replica Submariner is thinner than the clone version, and this difference is especially noticeable in ultra-thin series like the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Moon, where we’re talking a whopping 3mm gap. That’s like comparing a pancake to a waffle, thickness-wise.

Now, let’s talk about the wristbands. Clone watches use the same 904L steel as Rolex, so they have a heft to them that screams, “I’m almost the real thing!” The replicas, on the other hand, miss the authentic mark by just 2 grams, which in the watch world is like missing a flight by two minutes – so close yet so far.

The mirrors are different too. Clone watches use ordinary glass (some even dare to go acrylic), while replicas use sapphire crystal, which is like comparing a regular TV screen to a 4K Ultra HD one.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a watch for occasional wear or just to add to your collection, a clone watch might suffice. It’s like having a double for your favorite actor in a movie – good enough for wide shots, but don’t expect Oscar-worthy close-ups. Super Clone Watches are your go-to for most social situations where no watch aficionados are present. And if you’re after the crème de la crème, go for a Replica Watch. Even the experts need a magnifying glass and some Sherlock Holmes skills to spot the difference.

Remember, though, that no matter how good they are, replicas are still the horological equivalent of a stunt double – fantastic in their role but not the star of the show. And if you’re hunting for replicas, Guangzhou, China, is the Hollywood of watch replicas, with over 20 years in the game and a supply chain as robust as Arnold Schwarzenegger in his prime. But if you’re not buying from Guangzhou, beware of getting a lemon dressed as a Rolex. And lastly, remember, if you can, always go for the real deal. It’s like choosing between an autographed photo of your favorite celebrity and meeting them in person – the latter is just so much better.

[thegeminisage]

STAR TREK UPDATE TIME. wednesday we did voy's "deadlock" and last night we did ds9's "rules of engagement" and voy's "innocence."

deadlock (voy):

this one was soooo fun and exciting. harry kim is now the wrong harry, just like o'brien is 30 minutes from the future. not the same guy we started with in both cases. why is this stuff always happening to harry, also. please give him a break

also, i cannot believe they killed that baby. yes we have an alternate baby from the other ship but STILL.

janeway talking to janeway was a real another earth moment. god i'm fucking obsessed with her. imagine just chit chatting with yourself like that. they really were gonna let both crews live on one voyager too no "you guys aren't the REAL voyager crew" here. just like john crichton and his different shirts......

that question of whether any given character would fight their clone or fuck them. janeway would fuck her clone. kes would too possibly. it's really too bad we couldn't get tuvok on tuvok action in this episode

it really was the cutest baby, is the thing. take a little baby and stick tiny horns on its forehead and go it's a space baby for star trek!! :D like putting that dog in the unicorn costume and calling it an alien on tos. girl, if this was my baby, i would be reminding them for the rest of their LIFE that they were the baby on star trek.

that said, there is a huge logistical problem of how this baby was born. if a human mother is giving birth to a half-alien baby with, say, tiny adorable spikes on its tiny adorable head that would potentially adorably rip through all her uterine tissue (which iirc WAS the complication suffered), would we not consider: a c-section? like, they acted like beaming the baby out was a last resort, because it's, you know, a baby. i get that. i'm willing to roll with that, because they had to do something to it after which didn't even WORK on one of the ships, killing said baby, because beaming the baby out was a bad and risky business. do you know what's not a bad and risky business? a c-section. we've been doing those since shakespeare was alive. it's OLD old school.

this is my problem with voyager. i enjoy it a lot most of the time but they just don't pay attention to the DETAILS. it has a better way with character interaction than tng did, the cast is way more loveable, but the plot is like swiss fucking cheese

rules of engagement (ds9):

this episode was by and large quite dry. i do love worf's struggle with like am i klingon or am i human bc it's very spocklike and i'm a sucker for little guys who can't seem to find anywhere to fit in, BUT

worf never really gets to land anywhere with this. i really, really, REALLY hate to come out defending tng over ds9, but in tng he was quite literally one of the only characters, besides data, to have a series-long arc: he fell from grace, and then was restored to it. was it good or interesting to watch? ehhh. but it WAS an arc, in a series that desperately lacked them. and then ds9...took him back to square one? i want to trust the process, but i have been spoiled re: some alexander plots and also that thing with his brother...i don't think he's returning to grace bro. i feel like he's really not too different from season 1 worf, except he's older and a dad now.

furthermore, most of the episodes asking whether or not worf is a klingon or a human usually involve some klingons going "hey has living among humans made you a fucking pussy? it has, hasn't it?" and then worf beats their asses (sometimes metaphorically, but often literally) and they back off. to ds9's credit, this isn't EXACTLY what happened here, but it's pretty close. and, continually, it is a little racist to be like "yeah the defining trait of klingons, who are almost always played by black actors, is that they're unrestrained savages on the battlefield." give us some depth!!! i know there's more to klingon culture than that because we get to see characters like dax and kor explore it. in fact, the only time we ever got to see worf HIMSELF explore it was when he was trying to teach it to alexander, who thought it was stupid because his mom thought it was stupid. i wonder what makes dax and kor and alexander and his mom so different than worf 🤔 think hard.

THAT SAID. the end of this episode, after worf won, and everybody was like yay worf won :D and sisko and worf went to worf's quarters on the ship and worf was like yeah no actually. i should NOT have fired on that ship. that was fucking stupid. and sisko's like you're damn right it was stupid and gave worf a whole ass lecture after HAVING HIS BACK all episode. that's loyalty. sisko had some excellent fucking scenes in this ep. i love when he gets really mad but i also love that when he threatens people, it's with a smile. i'd like to think he picked that up from kira.

speaking of loyalty, also, wtf is up with o'brien. bro, just lie. "yeah i would have taken the shot" JUST LIE. you know the trial is a farce anyway. you guys were bros on tng. JUST LIE! YOU CAN LIE TO COPS

finally, speaking of cops, i did NOT enjoy odo calling himself a police officer in this episode. he's NOT a cop he's a SECURITY GUARD there is a DIFFERENCE

innocence:

why does every single episode with tuvok go so hard...

firstly, did you guys know he has 4 babies. he has 4 babies and he breeds orchids and he has been married for 68 slutty, slutty years. AND HE CAN SING! he plays the lute and he can sing and he used to sing his babies to sleep. every time he talks about his family i take maximum psychic damage and need to lie down for 1000000 business years

like, fatherhood mode activated. vulcan childred are more well-behaved but he still knows how to raise. children. oh god

they were such adorable kids, too. on tos every child was so offputting but all the tng kids and so far all the voyager kids have been so fucking cute, it's unreal. like OBVIOUSLY you wanna tuck them in and sing them to sleep and OBVIOUSLY tuvok indulged them even though he's a logical vulcan

"they are part of my identity i am incomplete without them" AAAAAGHHH

also, tuvok trying to teach these little kids emotional control and vulcan meditation techniques. it's so cute but also such a kind look into vulcan culture. like, all we got from vulcan culture before now was filtered through spock's eyes, and this culture rejected him to the point where he never felt at home on his own planet. which means that they obviously have some problems, but fast-forward a century and change and let us see it from the perspective of a long-suffering vulcan dad who has already raised 4 babies and you DO see the kindness in treating children like little people ie being honest with them, respecting what they say, teaching them to control their emotions. spock basically got slapped with a rolled-up newspaper every time his face twitched but tuvok showed a lot of patience in teaching these kids to identify their emotions and then PRACTICE letting them go. in was really cathartic in a way

the twist about the age was VERY shocking but mostly because it shows up in the animated series, except in that the enterprise travels to a world where everything is backwards, including the aging processes. i don't really think you could have wrapped it up any other way though

final note janeway being so excited about first contact. nerd. she reminds me SO much of kirk <3

NEXT TIME: ds9's "hard time" and "shattered mirror" so that should be one hell of an evening

[dubaiwatchesstore]

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[rainintheevening]

Okay, for the ask game, 3, 5, and 12 (because I'm evil >:D)

3. What tropes do you like writing about the most? (´▽`ʃƪ)

Hmmmm, what counts as a trope? Befriending the enemy. The Lost Sheep. Childhood Friends to Lovers. Friends to Life Companions. Redemption by change of life not death. Found Family.

5. One individual fun fact for each OC in the tags. ヽ(‘ ∇‘ )ノ

Oh crap, who all did I put in the tags?? I will hazard guesses, okay?

Aster-Ryn: She scratched her name into her lightsaber hilt: Aster-Ryn padawan of Obi-Wan Kenobi. It's very small, and rather crooked, and hard to find if you're not looking for it, but it's there.

Squatch: Names one of his kids Enn, after the name Anakin took during his wandering years.

Eric MacDonald: Has only ever kept one watch, a Swiss Tissot his Dad gave him for his 12th birthday. He's just gotten the band expanded. It has his name and sweater number engraved on the back.

Casey Johnson: Doesn't eat mints. Even the sweet ones. Mint flavour in things like ice cream or cake or when chocolate is involved, is fine. But not actual mints.

Addie: Makes up a 'happy birthday' song, for his own 25th birthday, and it becomes popular among many of the clones. Every birthday when the others all sing it for him, he sings along quietly for himself too.

Rae-Lin Jinn (born Kenobi): Nearly drowned multiple times as a kid. Would not stay away from this one beach with a hefty riptide. Drove her big sister batty, since it was Cas-Ira's duty to look out for her.

Gajeen: Loves classical music, opera, and the like. Once dreamed of being a famous quetarra player, but then his brother died, and he inherited the role of majordomo at Caminus.

(Okay, I did go check those tags.)

12. Write another line in your WIP (rude, productive, but okay). ◔̯◔

Done.

Her smile was small and sharp and cruel.

Okay, now I need to go really write.

[fiftytwotwentythree]

Wellness Wednesday:

The Groundhog Day Diet

Sunday I officially started my Groundhog Day Diet (the same daily meal on repeat). Obviously the name of the diet stems from the 1993 Bill Murray film, but the month long challenge was more inspired by Morgan Spurlock's 2004 documentary, Super Size Me (a challenge to eat McDonald's for 30 days straight).

I settled on the following specific daily foods for the month:

Lunch:

Turkey & Swiss Sandwich, a Side of Baby Carrots, a Cup Peaches

Snack:

A Serving of Trail Mix

Supper:

Bowl of Soup and a Glass of Milk.

All ^that^ comes out to approximately 1,290 Calories.

Now, I didn't necessarily do this to keep better tabs on my calories - no - I merely did it to see if I could do it - or - better yet see how long before my tongue goes mad.

As well, I am hoping this "diet" will assist my pocketbook as I have planned out my meals, purchased a large majority of all my fixings, thus hopefully minimizing my grocery bill for the month of October. The only items I forsee having to purchase is fresh Turkey, Bread, Milk, and Carrots.

So far, 4 days in, things aren't too shabby. I wish I would have thrown in some popcorn to booster my snack intake... but... I'll know better for next time.

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40th CHECK-IN:

Current Goals:

Lose 52 lbs

Completed as of 4/12/2023

New Goal: Maintain or Continue on The Weight Loss Path

Avoid "Junk Food"

Minimize Take-Out / Fast Food Consumption

Short Term:

Vegetarian-ish Diet: Completed

End Date: 4/09/2023 - 46 Days Total

Groundhog Day Diet:

10/01/2023 - 10/31/2023

Eat the Same Thing Each Day for 31 Days

*Not Photographed*

Turkey Deli Meat, Wheat Bread, Swiss Cheese, Milk.

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Stats from August:

Food:

Leftover Meals: 20

Oranges: 20

Salads: 18

Bags of Popcorn: 17

Cans of Soup: 9

Take Out: 0

Candy/Sweets: 0

Workout:

Jumping Jacks: 12,800

Push-Ups: 3,200

Glute Bridges: 3,200

Reverse Leg Lifts: 3,200

Leg Kickbacks: 3,200

Sit-Ups: 3,200

Squats: 800

Plank (mins): 160 mins

Assisted Push-Ups: 0

Weight Loss:

Weightloss This Month: -1.0 lbs

Average Weightloss per Week: -0.25 lbs

Total Weightloss: -85.6 lbs

Entertainment:

Movies Watched: 19

Favorite from the Month:

They Cloned Tyrone

"TV":

Hours of Television Watched: ~ 40 hours ( How To with John Wilson, Modern Family, Outer Banks, Ink Master, Muscles & Mayhem, Only Murders in the Building, Ms. Marvel, Detriot Lions vs KC, Detroit Lions vs Atlanta, Detroit Loins vs Green Bay)

Books:

Books Completed This Month: 0

Book Title(s) Completed This Month: -n/a-

Book Total for the Year: 2

Comics:

Comics Completed: 4

Trades Completed: 7

Comic/Trade Titles Completed:

Lumberjanes Vol. 1

Amazing Spider-Man Masterworks Vol. 1 (Marvel Masterworks)

Chew Vol. 3: Just Desserts

Deadpool by Skottie Young Vol. 2: Good Night (Deadpool (2018-2019))

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The IDW Collection Vol. 3

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures (2022-2023) #1

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures (2022-2023) #2

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures (2022-2023) #3

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures (2022-2023) #4

New X-Men by Grant Morrison Vol. 1: E Is For Extinction (New X-Men (2001-2004))

Spider-Man/Deadpool Vol. 0: Don't Call It A Team-Up (Spider-Man/Deadpool (2016-2019))

Favorite Comic/Trade Read:

Deadpool by Skottie Young Vol. 2: Good Night (Deadpool (2018-2019))

Magazine(s):

Magazine(s) Completed: 0

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Meal Tracker:

THURSDAY

Lunch:

(2) Hotdogs

Individual Cup of Bob Evan's Macaroni and Cheese

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

Snack:

Bag of Ranch Corn Nuts

Bag of BBQ Corn Nuts

(4oz) Bag of Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Vanilla Flavored Cashews Glazed Mix

(4oz) Bag of Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Flavored Pistachios Glazed Mix

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

Supper:

Can of Progresso Creamy Tomato with Penne

- 10 Crackers

(2) Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

(2) Small Oranges

FRIDAY

Lunch:

Bowl of Leftover White Chicken Chili

- 10 Crackers

(1) Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Snack:

Bowl of Wonderful's Shelled Sweet Chili Pistachios

(4oz) Bag of Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Vanilla Flavored Cashews Glazed Mix

(4oz) Bag of Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Flavored Pistachios Glazed Mix

Supper:

Individual Cup of Bob Evan's Macaroni and Cheese

SATURDAY

Lunch:

Skillet Chicken Quesadilla

- Leftover Chicken

- Busch's Taco Fiesta Black Beans

- Uncle Ben's Spanish Rice

- Shredded Mild Cheddar

- Good & Gather's Queso Blanco

- Side of Sour Cream mixed with Herdez's Street Taco Rojo and Verde Sauce

Snack:

(2) Individual Bags of Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Vanilla Flavored Cashews Glazed Mix

(2) Individual Bags of Smartfood's White Cheddar Popcorn

(1) Glass of Pumpkin Spice Flavored Milk

Bag of Black Jewel Popcorn

(1) Colorado Peach

Supper:

(2) Skillet Quesadilla

- Leftover Chicken

- Leftover Busch's Taco Fiesta Black Beans

- Leftover Uncle Ben's Spanish Rice

- Shredded Mild Cheddar

- Good & Gather's Queso Blanco

(1) Glass of Pumpkin Spice Flavored Milk

SUNDAY

Lunch:

Turkey & Swiss with Toasted Wheat Sandwich

(5) Baby Carrots

(1) Cup of Del Monte Peaches

Snack:

Serving of Good & Gather's Tex Mex Trail Mix

Supper:

Can of Progresso Lasagna Style Soup

- 10 Crackers

(1) Glass of Milk

MONDAY

Lunch:

Turkey & Swiss with Toasted Wheat Sandwich

(5) Baby Carrots

(1) Cup of Del Monte Peaches

Snack:

Serving of Good & Gather's Tex Mex Trail Mix

Supper:

Can of Progresso Lasagna Style Soup

- 10 Crackers

(1) Glass of Milk

TUESDAY

Lunch:

Turkey & Swiss with Toasted Wheat Sandwich

(5) Baby Carrots

(1) Cup of Del Monte Peaches

Snack:

Serving of Good & Gather's Tex Mex Trail Mix

Supper:

Can of Progresso Lasagna Style Soup

- 10 Crackers

(1) Glass of Milk

WEDNESDAY

Lunch:

Turkey & Swiss with Toasted Wheat Sandwich

(5) Baby Carrots

(1) Cup of Del Monte Peaches

Snack:

Serving of Good & Gather's Tex Mex Trail Mix

Supper:

Can of Progresso Lasagna Style Soup

- 10 Crackers

(1) Glass of Milk

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Workouts:

THURSDAY

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(100) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

FRIDAY

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(10) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(10) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

SATURDAY

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(100) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

SUNDAY

* Afternoon Workout *

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(100) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

* Evening Workout *

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(100) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(100) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

MONDAY

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(100) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

TUESDAY

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(100) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

WEDNESDAY

(400) Jumping Jacks [8 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges[4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Reverse Leg Lifts [10 sets of 10]

(100) Leg Kickbacks [10 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

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WEIGHT TRACKER:

Starting Weight (Noon, 1/01/2023): XXX.X lbs

Weight at Last Check-In, 9/27/2023: -0.8 lbs

Weight As of Noon, 10/04/2023: +1.0 lbs

Total Weight Loss: -84.6 lbs

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Closing Thoughts:

The Good:

Had an opportunity to take PTO in the middle of the work week. Using it for some R&R.

The Bad:

I quasi wish I included a daily bag of popcorn in to my Groundhog Day Diet... You Live and You Learn.

Gained a pound - which put be under 85 pounds of weight loss.

The Ugly:

I have insane pain in my lower leg/shin. Been icing my leg throughout the day.

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Random fun questions to answer, then tag your buddies!

Questions:

1. What is your personality type? (Enneagram or Meyers-Briggs or DISC or whatever you like!)

2. What car would you like to own, if money were no issue?

3. Describe your high school self in five words?

4. What environment is your favorite and makes you feel most at home? A coffee shop, a forest, the Swiss mountains, home with friends, etc?

5. Describe your perspective on life in five words?

6. Which traits would make up the ideal best friend for you and why?

7. What is something in life that you get a disproportionate delight from?

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Answers:

1. Enneagram: type 1 6w5

2. I have my dream vehicle - a Tahoe. Shorties gotta sit up high with power!

3. Reserved, talented, smart, athletic nerd, not one to follow the crowd at all. Loved Latin.

4. My office in my home, surrounded by my Star Wars lego sets and books, my knitting supplies and a comfy chair, where I can watch Star Wars or other shows at my leisure and draw or write at my desk.

5. I’m a very jaded individual after 20 years in the emergency/trauma/critical care field. I’m surrounded by death and suffering on a daily basis, and have to work to find some kind of light or humor to survive, as do all those I associate with. My role in healthcare is to keep a body alive in hopes they will recover from the brink of death they’re on, but to also play the medium to the angel of death when they can’t. It’s a fine line to walk, and survive without losing your own soul. I guess my perspective is, don’t pass up opportunities to find happiness when you come across them, and love as deeply as you can with the time you have.

6. Taking into account the answer from above, it’s hard to be my friend in person. A best friend for me would be also as jaded and twisted as myself, able to enjoy very dark humor, to understand why watching a serial killer murder documentary might actually be strangely relaxing. Someone who isn’t bothered by blasting music at live concert level decibels in order to drown out the mental sound of beeping and whirring and bubbling and the random human screaming, or constant requests for you to act on some request or order. A person that doesn’t pass out when discussing human functions over dinner. But in large part, a person who understands why its perfectly in character for you to be a better friend by text and IG messenger than in person, because you’ve run out of stamina to be around people after several shifts of giving all of your mind, body and soul to other people.

7. Drawing clones. I’m a complete sucker for a guy in uniform and for those who have been given the crappy end of the stick. I will watch The Bad Batch, The Clone Wars and Rebels over and over and over because I relate to those men so completely, they feel like family.

Okay! So yeah I’m a bit of a dark cup of caf there, I know.

Thanks to @lightspringrain and @freesia-writes for tagging me!!

No pressure tags: @king-chaos-world @starrylothcat @rain-on-kamino @arlothia @cursed-nurse

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Patek 5711 Super Clone

The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1A, widely recognized as an icon in the world of luxury watches, has earned an almost mythical status among watch collectors and enthusiasts. Unfortunately, with the model’s exclusivity and limited production, genuine Patek Philippe 5711 watches are challenging to acquire. This has led to the rise of "super clones," particularly for the sought-after Patek 5711 Super Clone, which offers a nearly identical experience to the original without the substantial cost. Let's explore the details of this high-quality replica, including its features, craftsmanship, and what makes it so appealing.

Unveiling the Patek 5711 Super Clone: A Masterful Recreation

The Patek 5711 Super Clone offers an exceptional replica experience with features closely mimicking the original Nautilus 5711/1A-010. Produced by Swiss manufacturers with a meticulous approach, this super clone incorporates nearly all of the genuine watch's specifications, ensuring an authentic look and feel. Using a high-quality Swiss movement, stainless steel case, and sapphire crystal, the 5711 Super Clone is crafted to look and function like the real thing.

Mechanism and Precision

One of the defining aspects of any high-end watch is its movement. The Patek 5711 Super Clone uses a Swiss automatic movement, with the same caliber 324 S C as the genuine model. This caliber is known for its reliability and precision, offering a 60-hour power reserve, so it can run for over two days without requiring rewinding or wear. The precision of the 324 S C caliber keeps the watch running within COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres) certification limits, maintaining an impressive accuracy of -3/+3 seconds per day. The second hand features a sweeping motion, reflecting the elegance and fluidity expected in luxury watches.

Case and Construction The Patek 5711 Super Clone is crafted with 904L stainless steel, a highly durable and corrosion-resistant material. This premium steel is used by luxury brands for its luster and long-lasting finish, making it an excellent choice for watch cases. The Super Clone's case is 40 mm in diameter, matching the exact dimensions of the original model, and has a thickness of 8.3 mm. The bezel, also made from 904L stainless steel, features the same brushed and polished finishing as the authentic version, perfectly replicating the distinctive look of the Nautilus series.

The sapphire crystal in the Super Clone model further enhances the watch’s durability and scratch resistance. Sapphire crystal is a common feature in luxury watches for its hardness and clarity, ensuring that the dial remains visible and protected. Additionally, the Patek 5711 Super Clone’s water resistance has been tested to 30 meters (3 ATM), although swimming with it is not recommended, which is also true for many luxury watches to avoid accidental water damage.

Bracelet and Clasp Design The bracelet and clasp design of the Patek 5711 Super Clone are vital components that contribute to its overall aesthetic and functionality. The bracelet is crafted from the same 904L stainless steel as the case, offering adjustable links to accommodate various wrist sizes. The fold clasp is carefully crafted to blend with the bracelet, providing a seamless look and a secure closure. With adjustable links and a sturdy clasp, the Patek 5711 Super Clone offers the comfort and ease of wear that is typical of genuine luxury watches.

Dial Details: A Perfect Replica The dial of the Patek 5711 Super Clone is where the attention to detail truly shines. Featuring the iconic blue color associated with the Nautilus series, the dial replicates the subtle texture and tone of the original. The hour markers are stainless steel stick indices, adding a refined touch to the dial, while the hands, also in stainless steel, are designed in the stick style to maintain the classic look.

The Super Clone model also includes a date function, displayed at the 3 o'clock position. This feature mirrors the functionality of the original 5711/1A-010 model, ensuring that the replica provides both style and practicality. The fonts, finishing, and placements of the writings and markings on the dial are identical to the original, making it nearly impossible to distinguish from a genuine Patek Philippe without a close inspection.

Unmatched Perfection: 1:1 Swiss Clone Quality One of the standout qualities of the Patek 5711 Super Clone is the accuracy with which it replicates the original. From the serial numbers and engravings to the finishing touches, every detail is painstakingly reproduced. This 1:1 super clone even includes identical fonts, layout, and spacing for all inscriptions and markings on the watch. As a result, it’s often said that not even a jeweler could immediately tell the difference without close inspection.

Beyond aesthetics, the powerful movement and high-quality materials give the Super Clone a robust, luxurious feel. The weight and balance of the watch mirror the authentic Nautilus, ensuring that the experience of wearing it is similar to that of a genuine Patek Philippe. This level of craftsmanship and precision makes the Patek 5711 Super Clone an attractive option for those who appreciate the prestige of Patek Philippe but may not have access to an original model.

Warranty and After-Sales Support An important factor when purchasing any luxury replica is the warranty and support offered by the manufacturer. The Patek 5711 Super Clone is backed by a 2-year international warranty, providing peace of mind to its owners. This warranty ensures that the watch is protected against defects in materials and workmanship, offering confidence in the quality of the replica.

Important Notes: Japanese vs. Swiss Movements While this overview focuses on the Swiss movement version of the Patek 5711 Super Clone, it’s essential to note that some replicas use Japanese movements. These models often differ in materials and quality. Swiss movement clones tend to offer a higher degree of accuracy and longevity, and as a result, are generally more sought after. Buyers interested in the specific features or viewing video demonstrations of the different movement options can contact customer support for additional guidance.

Conclusion: Is the Patek 5711 Super Clone Worth It? The Patek 5711 Super Clone offers a remarkable option for watch enthusiasts who admire the design and prestige of the Patek Philippe Nautilus but prefer a more accessible price point. With meticulous attention to detail, high-quality materials, and a reliable Swiss movement, this super clone provides an experience very close to the real thing. From its robust 904L stainless steel construction and sapphire crystal to the identical fonts, dimensions, and finishing, this super clone is the epitome of craftsmanship in the world of luxury watch replicas.

For those who may not be able to acquire the genuine Patek Philippe 5711 due to its scarcity or price, the Super Clone serves as a practical and highly satisfying alternative. With a 2-year warranty and the assurance of Swiss craftsmanship, the Patek 5711 Super Clone stands as one of the finest replicas available, making it an attractive choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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Who Sells the Best Replica Watches? A Comprehensive Guide

In a world where luxury and affordability often clash, replica watches have emerged as a popular solution for those who appreciate fine timepieces without the hefty price tag. But with countless options available, the question arises: who sells the best replica watches? In this article, we’ll explore the top contenders in the market, focusing on why Luxe Replica Watche stands out as a premier choice.

Understanding Replica Watches

Replica watches are designed to mimic the aesthetics and features of luxury timepieces. While they may lack the genuine craftsmanship of authentic models, high-quality replicas can offer similar looks and functionality at a fraction of the cost. However, not all replicas are created equal.

The Criteria for Quality Replica Watches

Materials: The best replica watches use quality materials that closely resemble those used in the originals, including stainless steel, sapphire crystal, and high-grade leather.

Movement: A reliable movement is crucial for a watch's functionality. Swiss movements are often considered the gold standard in the replica market.

Attention to Detail: Quality replicas should feature accurate logos, weight, and overall design, making them hard to distinguish from their authentic counterparts.

Customer Reviews: Always check customer feedback and ratings to assess the reliability and quality of the seller.

Top Sellers of Replica Watches

While many online retailers offer replica watches, a few have gained a reputation for delivering quality products consistently. Here are some of the top sellers:

1. Luxe Replica Watche

Luxe Replica Watche has established itself as a leading provider of high-quality replica watches. Known for their commitment to authenticity and customer satisfaction, Luxe Replica Watche provides a wide array of luxury styles, including popular brands like Rolex, Omega, and Tag Heuer. Their attention to detail and use of premium materials make them a top choice for replica enthusiasts.

2. Replica Watches Shop

This online retailer is known for a diverse selection of replica watches. They offer a range of styles at competitive prices, but customer feedback varies, so it’s wise to do thorough research before purchasing.

3. Best Replica Watches

Best Replica Watches focuses on providing high-end replicas of luxury brands. They are praised for their craftsmanship, but prices can be slightly higher than average. Their website features detailed descriptions and customer reviews, making it easier to make informed choices.

4. Super Clone Watches

Super Clone Watches specializes in high-grade replicas that are often indistinguishable from the originals. They are particularly well-regarded for their Swiss clones, but their shipping policies and customer service can vary.

Why Choose Luxe Replica Watche?

Choosing the right place to buy replica watches is crucial. Here’s why Luxe Replica Watche is the best option:

Extensive Selection: Luxe Replica Watche offers a vast range of luxury replica watches, ensuring you find the perfect timepiece for any occasion.

Quality Assurance: Each watch undergoes rigorous quality checks, ensuring that customers receive only the best products.

Competitive Pricing: Luxe Replica Watche provides high-quality replicas at prices that make luxury accessible.

Excellent Customer Service: Their dedicated support team is available to assist with any inquiries, making your shopping experience smooth and satisfactory.

Final Thoughts

When it comes to finding the best replica watches, it’s essential to consider not just the selection and price, but also the quality and service behind the brand. Luxe Replica Watche stands out in the crowded market, offering an exceptional combination of quality, variety, and customer care. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, Luxe Replica Watche is your go-to destination for luxury replica watches.

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How to Get a Good Fake Rolex: A Comprehensive Guide

Rolex watches have long been synonymous with luxury, prestige, and impeccable craftsmanship. However, not everyone can afford the hefty price tag that comes with an authentic Rolex. This has led many watch enthusiasts to seek out high-quality replicas. If you're wondering how to get a good fake Rolex, you've come to the right place. In this guide, we will cover key aspects of identifying and purchasing a quality replica, and we'll introduce you to Luxe Replica Watche, your one-stop destination for premium replica watches.

1. Understanding the Market

Before diving into the world of fake Rolexes, it’s essential to understand the different types of replicas available:

Cheap Copies: Often made with inferior materials and poor craftsmanship. They may look similar but will lack the details and quality of a higher-end replica.

Mid-Range Replicas: These watches are made with better materials and attention to detail. They are often more accurate in appearance but may still have some discrepancies in functionality.

High-End Replicas: Also known as “super clones,” these replicas closely mimic the original Rolex in craftsmanship, materials, and functionality. They are often made from high-quality materials and may even use Swiss movements.

2. Key Features to Look For

When shopping for a fake Rolex, here are some features to consider to ensure you get the best quality:

Weight: An authentic Rolex is heavier than most replicas because of the used materials. A good fake will have a similar weight.

Movement: The movement inside the watch should be smooth. Cheaper models may tick, while a quality replica will have a sweeping second hand.

Engravings: Check for engravings on the watch. A high-quality replica will have accurate engravings, including the crown logo and serial numbers.

Crystal: Authentic Rolex watches use sapphire crystal, which is scratch-resistant. Make sure your replica uses a similar material.

Bracelet and Clasp: The bracelet should feel sturdy, and the clasp should operate smoothly. Pay attention to the quality of the links and the overall build.

3. Where to Buy a Good Fake Rolex

When it comes to purchasing a fake Rolex, the source is crucial. Here’s why Luxe Replica Watche stands out:

Reputation: Luxe Replica Watche has built a solid reputation for offering high-quality replica watches. Customer reviews highlight the authenticity of their products and excellent customer service.

Variety: The website offers a wide selection of replica Rolex models, ensuring you find the perfect watch to suit your style.

Quality Assurance: Luxe Replica Watche provides detailed product descriptions and high-resolution images, allowing you to inspect the watch closely before making a purchase.

Secure Transactions: With a focus on customer security, Luxe Replica Watche ensures that all transactions are safe, providing peace of mind when shopping.

4. Tips for Ensuring Your Satisfaction

Here are some tips to make sure you’re satisfied with your purchase:

Do Your Research: Look for reviews and testimonials about the seller. This can help you gauge the quality of their products.

Ask Questions: Don't hesitate to reach out to customer service with any inquiries. A trustworthy seller will be more than willing to provide the information you need.

Check Return Policies: Ensure the seller has a fair return policy in case the watch does not meet your expectations.

5. Final Thoughts

Acquiring a good fake Rolex can be an exciting venture if approached with the right knowledge and resources. By understanding the market, knowing what to look for, and choosing a reliable seller like Luxe Replica Watche, you can confidently add a stunning replica to your collection. Remember, while these watches may not carry the prestige of an original Rolex, a high-quality replica can still provide you with style and sophistication without breaking the bank.

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How Much for a Fake Rolex in China: Your Guide to Replica Watches

When it comes to luxury watches, the Rolex brand stands out as a symbol of prestige and sophistication. However, the high price tag associated with genuine Rolex watches often leads many enthusiasts to consider alternatives, particularly replicas. One country that has garnered attention for producing fake Rolex watches is China. In this article, we will explore how much fake Rolex watches typically cost in China, the factors influencing these prices, and where to find quality replicas, including an introduction to Luxe Replica Watche.

The Price Range for Fake Rolex Watches in China

The price of a fake Rolex in China can vary significantly based on several factors such as quality, craftsmanship, and the specifics of the watch model. On the lower end, you might find basic replicas priced between $50 to $150. These watches typically have a lower quality build and might not last long-term.

Mid-range replicas, which offer better materials and more accurate designs, can range from $150 to $500. These watches often mimic the appearance of genuine Rolexes more closely and are made with better attention to detail.

For those seeking high-quality replicas, prices can soar to $500 to $1,000 or more. These watches are often referred to as “super clones” and are made using high-grade materials with advanced craftsmanship, making them almost indistinguishable from authentic Rolex watches. Many of these replicas even feature Swiss movements, which can enhance their reliability and performance.

Factors Influencing the Price of Fake Rolex Watches

Several factors contribute to the pricing of fake Rolex watches in China:

Quality of Materials: The type of materials used in the construction of the watch plays a significant role. Higher-quality metals and components will increase the cost of the replica.

Craftsmanship: The level of detail and craftsmanship involved in producing the replica also affects the price. More skilled artisans will create more expensive replicas.

Brand Reputation of the Manufacturer: Some manufacturers have established a reputation for producing high-quality replicas, which can lead to higher prices.

Model and Complexity: Some Rolex models are more complicated than others, and this complexity can raise the price of the replica.

Where to Buy Fake Rolex Watches in China

Purchasing a fake Rolex in China can be done through various channels, including local markets, online platforms, and specialized e-commerce websites. However, it is essential to exercise caution when making these purchases to ensure you receive a quality product.

One reputable source for replica watches is Luxe Replica Watche. This e-commerce website specializes in high-quality replica watches, including a wide range of Rolex models. Luxe Replica Watche is known for its commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, making it a popular choice among replica watch enthusiasts.

Understanding the Risks of Buying Fake Rolex Watches

While purchasing a fake Rolex can be tempting due to the significant savings, there are risks involved. Many lower-quality replicas can be poorly made and may not function correctly or last long. Additionally, buying counterfeit products can lead to legal issues in some jurisdictions.

Furthermore, it's essential to consider the ethical implications of supporting counterfeit markets. While the allure of a luxury watch at a fraction of the price is undeniable, understanding the impact of these purchases is crucial.

Conclusion

In summary, the prices of fake Rolex watches in China can range from $50 to over $1,000, depending on quality, craftsmanship, and model complexity. If you decide to explore this option, consider reputable sources like Luxe Replica Watche, where you can find a selection of high-quality replica watches.

Always be cautious when purchasing replicas and consider the implications of your choices. With the right information and a reputable source, you can enjoy the luxury look without breaking the bank.