#Wearable Unlock

[trakintechnews]

Pixel Watch Unlock: One-Way Street or Missed Opportunity?

Google Pixel Watch Unlock, a December Feature Drop gem, has been turning heads. Unlocking your phone with a simple swipe while your watch is nearby is undeniably convenient. But amidst the praise, a murmur of “what if it worked both ways?” is growing louder. The current system offers a clear advantage: seamless phone access without needing to fumble for passwords or fingerprint sensors. It’s a…

[depoteka]

anyway here's the skirt i sewed yesterday

[minecraft-sideblog-tm]

Rambly build project post!

Been renovating one of the nearby villages lately! This all stemmed from the realization that I’d made too many new villagers here and it looked so cluttered having like 2 or 3 beds in all of the houses and workplace buildings plus random workstations just placed wherever I had put them. 

At first I was only planning to add a few more default houses, then look up references for the normal plains village workplace buildings and make the ones I needed verbatim, but changed my mind. It’s still a work in progress, but:

(Before, all I’d really done was fix up the paths)

(After!)

Instead I ended up swapping the block palette, and I’m building custom workplaces because I just really don’t feel like having to look them all up and then copy the buildings. This is more fun anyway. Somehow it just feels a lot more lively now! And you can bet the second that hanging signs are in the game, I’ll be placing them everywhere in this village lol

More rambling and pictures under the cut!

So far I’ve changed the block palette, added 5 of the 5x5 houses (soon to be 6 because I left my bed on the ground too long and they made another villager.... lol), one of the double-door houses, a train depot kinda thing, and two custom workplace buildings (for a fletcher and a cartographer). Also expanded the existing library a little to fit the two lecterns I needed and some bookshelves

Still a work in progress though, because I need to make the aforementioned extra house and a building each for the weaponsmiths, butchers, cleric, shepherds, and mason. I’ve added....many villagers to this village.... Enough so that while mining nearby one day and waiting for a new villager to grow up, two iron golems spawned in it (I may or may not have killed the original one a long time ago...)

Also hanging glowberries from chains to look like hanging basket plants is something I learned recently from a youtube video and I am obsessed with it

I actually renovated a smaller village first; it’s about equidistant from spawn to this one but in the other direction. It only generated with one villager, a nitwit, and only had 5 buildings, so I thought it’d be a nice test run for changing out a block palette.

However, in the small village I used a block palette that’s mostly the usual oak and cobblestone with some dark oak added in since it’s very close to a dark oak forest, and a little deepslate. 

In this village I chose to mostly use oak and birch, as it’s near a regular forest, plus lots of deepslate and copper. The idea was like since this is a much larger, more established village, maybe it’d make sense for them to have more building materials that require mining than a little town of one villager would. Used a little dark oak for accents though since there are two dark oak forests in a reasonable distance to say it could have been carried back to the village, and I swear I am so incredibly normal about my minecraft build projects

*ahem*

anyway, bonus screenshots of the other little village. 

I guess I did use a tiny bit of copper here too. I lowkey call this village like Floaty Rock, or Floating Rock or something because of those few blocks in the sky on the top right that just naturally generated there lol. It’s how I used to remember where this village was when I first found it because you can almost see those from spawn

the nitwit lives in the house on the far right here, away from the other 3 houses, and I mean it when I say he’s literally the only villager that ever generated here. Just a dude living his life I guess. Good for him

[searchonline]

Unleash Your Creativity: Discover the Art of Jewelry Making with a Jewelry Making Course

Jewelry making is a popular and creative craft that allows individuals to express their personal style and create unique pieces of wearable art. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn a new hobby or an experienced jewelry maker looking to refine your skills, taking a jewelry making course can be a rewarding and enriching experience. In this article, we will explore the benefits of taking a jewelry making course, what you can expect to learn, and why it's worth considering for anyone interested in jewelry making.

Jewelry making courses are offered in various formats, including in-person classes at local craft stores or studios, online courses, or even as part of formal jewelry design programs at art schools or universities. Regardless of the format, these courses provide a structured learning environment where students can develop their skills and learn from experienced instructors.

One of the key benefits of taking a jewelry making course is the opportunity to learn new techniques and expand your creative horizons. Jewelry making involves a wide range of techniques, such as wire wrapping, beading, metalworking, enameling, and soldering, among others. These courses often cover the basics of these techniques, including how to properly use tools, select materials, and create different types of jewelry, from earrings and necklaces to bracelets and rings. As you progress through the course, you can also learn more advanced techniques and experiment with different materials, styles, and designs.

Another benefit of taking a jewelry making course is the chance to learn from experienced instructors who can provide guidance, feedback, and tips for success. Instructors in jewelry making courses often have years of experience in the craft and can share their expertise and insights with students. They can offer demonstrations, provide one-on-one instruction, and offer feedback on your work, helping you to improve your skills and develop your own unique style.

Jewelry making courses also provide a supportive and creative community of fellow jewelry makers. Connecting with other like-minded individuals who share your passion for jewelry making can be inspiring and motivating. You can exchange ideas, share tips and tricks, and even collaborate on projects. This sense of community can help you stay motivated, inspired, and engaged in your jewelry making journey.

Taking a jewelry making course can also be a fun and fulfilling way to relax and de-stress. Jewelry making is a hands-on and creative process that requires focus and concentration, which can help you to relax and clear your mind. Engaging in a creative activity like jewelry making can also boost your mood, increase your self-esteem, and provide a sense of accomplishment as you see your designs come to life.

Finally, taking a jewelry making course can open up new opportunities for you. If you're interested in pursuing jewelry making as a business or a career, a formal course can provide you with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to turn your passion into a profession. You can learn about pricing, marketing, and selling your jewelry, as well as gain valuable insights into the jewelry industry.

In conclusion, jewelry making courses offer a wide range of benefits for anyone interested in this creative craft. From learning new techniques and expanding your creative horizons to receiving guidance from experienced instructors and connecting with fellow jewelry makers, taking a jewelry making course can be a rewarding and enriching experience. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced jewelry maker, consider enrolling in a jewelry making course to further develop your skills, explore your creativity, and connect with a supportive community of fellow jewelry enthusiasts

[stat1cstarz]

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure ❁ཻུ۪۪♡

Vincent Sinclair x Fem!Reader ❁ཻུ۪۪♡

❁ཻུ۪۪♡ Warnings:Smut,P in V,oral,Vincent keeps his mask on, because I have a mask kink,Reader is shorter than Vincent, but no height or body type is mentioned, reader has female genitalia

❁ཻུ۪۪♡ Des:You take one of Vincent’s sweater, and try to refurbish it, but it doesn’t go as you expected…

Both you and Vincent loved his sweaters, they all looked the exact same, but some were newer than others. But they were the only shirts he wore, and you loved using them as well, either to sleep in, or to use as a heater, since they were always warm. His heat would regularly etch into the fabric of the clothes, no matter how many times you washed them. But due to your love for Vincent’s sweaters, you used your knitting skills, and made something out of it.

You did all the planning behind your lovers back, not knowing what he’d do if he found out that you damaged his favorite garment. You grabbed one of his pencils, etching an idea onto some paper, his sweater wasn’t to big on you, it was slightly baggy and reached your upper thigh. Perfect to turn into a two piece, a mini skirt and matching sweater, maybe you could put fishnet into some of the rips.

It was about a week later until you got to the knitting process, a few specks of blood decorated your skin, from pricking yourself with the sharp tip of the needle. And a few loose strings vined off the sweater, as well as a few shreds in the already old and delicate fabric. But it was finally finished, you checked the elastic first, before you thought about trying it on.

Once the garment seemed wearable, you went to try it on, you didn’t wanna change in the basement, just in case Vincent came back, and you knew he’d B line for the basement. He was on his weakly run with Bo, collecting body’s and cars of the people that ran upon the town and made the dumb choice to stay. Luckily for you, it took a while to get it done, it made it easier with two trucks, but their was still a lot to do.

You picked up the two piece, checking if the coast was clear, knowing that it was, you continued up the stairs. You pushed open the door, and locked it. You didn’t want Bo or Lester seeing you half naked, and you didn’t wanna deal with the wrath of your dangerous lover. You slipped off your t shirt and shorts, you didn’t have a bra on underneath, and you didn’t bring one either. But you were sure that the sweater would hide the goods from any peeping eyes, you slipped on the top first, it fit perfectly.

It was slightly loose around your chest, so it wasn’t suffocating you, but it wasn’t loose enough to make you appear frumpy. You were very proud of your work, next came the skirt, it was sexy yet adorable at the same time. It was high waisted and ended near your upper thigh, and the light color made your skin pop, and the tightness showed off the swell of thighs and ass. You almost wanted to show it to Vincent, maybe if he saw the end result, he wouldn’t care about the death of his clothing.

And by the time you made up your mind, you heard the door slam, one of them was home. You hoped it was both of them or just Vincent preferably. You unlocked the door to the bathroom, and quietly walked downstairs, you saw Vincent make his way to the basement, just as you thought. He didn’t seem to notice you, but that made the surprise much better. You made your way down to his workshop, stopping at the peak of the stairs.

You looked down at him, he had his coat off, only in his sweater,apron,overalls,boots,and satchel. He was currently fixing up the bloody wounds on a recent trespasser. You snuck down to him, walking up behind your lover, and tapping his shoulder. He slightly jumped, until he turned around, and noticed you. He almost didn’t notice that his sweater had been cut, he just thought it you were wearing the full peace.

You backed up slightly wanting to give him a full view, causing his face to flush, not in anger, but in adoration. You giggled at him, you’d been with this man for a while yet you can still get him nervous from the simplest things. It was quite amusing to you, being able to fluster a mammoth that kills people fora living, it was almost empowering to you.

“Hey baby, you’re not mad are you” you said softly, getting a bit closer and twirling his dark strands in between your fingers. He got undeniably hard. “I understand if you’re upset, and I can get rid of it if you want.” If he could speak,he would tell you that was the last thing he wanted. But due to his hatred of speaking, he could only use sign language for the time being.

‘No, keep it’ he signed fluidly.

He stuck his strong yet lanky arms out to you, sinking them around your lower half and tapping your right ass cheek. You jumped up, locking your legs around his hips, and wrapping your arms round his neck. He instinctively brought you over to his work bench that sat in the corner of his basement.

“I guess you like it?” You asked him, innocently.

He didn’t give a direct answer, but what you got was definitely better, he slipped his tongue in between your plump lips, groaning into your mouth. He slipped both hands under your top, getting ready to unclip your bra, until he felt two of your pebbled nipples grace his waxy fingers. He felt his tip leak pre cum just from it, he than lifted up your shirt, twirling your nipples in between his fingers.

He lifted up his waxy veil, revealing his scared mouth, and wrapping it around your sensitive buds. He sucked on them viciously, as his hands snaked down south and massaged your upper thigh. He gently nibbled at your puffy nipples until they were red and sore. And he didn’t stop until your breast were covered in his saliva, and once your swoll breast were soaked, he pulled up his computer chair. He sat directly in front of you, grabbing your waist and pulling you near him.

“Vincent” you said, as a fresh coat of arousal sheeted your pussy.

He slipped up your mini skirt, noticing the wet patch, he snuck his head closer to the patch, inhaling your musky scent. His favorite scent of yours, it almost rivaled with the perfume you wore everyday. ‘Fucking love you so much, how did I get so lucky’ he signed at you, as he slipped off your panties, letting it fall down the length of your legs.

His lips immediately connected to your lips, causing you to moan out loudly for him, as his blue eye stared up at your lewd face. Your name came out of your lips in a breathy and needy tempo, he then grabbed both of your hands, allowing you to place them in his mane. You tugged at the tangled strands, feeling some wax bump your fingers. “Fuck- Vince” .

He could tell how close you were, by how your hole was clenching around nothing, and how you were clutching his head in between your thighs. He added two of his fingers into the mix, roughly playing with your sensitive little nub, rubbing the nerves around in his fingers. Your salty release coated his chin and stubble, he quickly pulled away from you, licking off whatever he could reach, using his finger to scoop up the rest and lick it off his digits. ‘So sweet’ he said, almost groaning at the taste that he had grown to love.

He than picked you up, repositioning you across the desk, bending you over it. He got on his knees behind you, he was almost edging himself at this point. He admired your perfect shaped ass, kneeding the plump flesh. He gave some delicate kisses and nibbles onto the swelled flesh, watching it turn a shade of red from his adoration. Your release and his slobber coated it, making him feel a certain way about it, making him way harder, if that was possible.

He worked at his clothing, ridding himself of his apron and his overalls, dropping it to his knees. His cock was desperately trying to free itself from the confines of his boxers. He slipped himself out from the hole pocket in the front. He was to lazy to drop them as well, so the slit would have to work. “Vincent, need it please” you said, backing yourself up against him and trying to get him inside you.

He only kissed your head, before rutting against your hole, than sinking himself inside you. He watched your tightness swallow his girth as you moaned loudly. He wrapped his arms around your waist, before aiming right for your neck. He slowly humped you, his balls snug against your ass, as he attacked your neck. He quickened his pace, somehow driving himself deeper into your warmth. Your walls massaged his girth as his name left your mouth.

You heard the door slam shut once more, so he quickly put one of his hands over your mouth, as his teeth nibbled at the delicate cartilage of your ear, allowing you to hear all his groans and growls. He felt his orgasm bubble up inside him, but he wanted you to release before he did. He aimed right for your abused clit, vigorously rubbing it and rolling it in between the tips of his fingers.

You quickly released, letting your cum dribble down his fingers and your inner thigh, after a few more pumps he released deep inside you. He pulled out directly after, dropping his knees once more, holding you by the hips to make sure you didn’t move. He watched as your releases dripped down between your thighs, and smirked to himself. He only dressed himself, but left you in just the garment you made, not wanting you to ruin your panties.

He picked you up bridal style, laying you on the cot and than placing your head on his chest, allowing you to cuddle up to him as he mumbled sweet nothings into your ear.

[i-rate-horse-games]

rating horse life for pc

this is the closest thing to a title screen i could find lol

the player character is shorter than the horse, i dont think ive ever had this pov looking up at a horse, it's scary, eyes right next to their teeth, short people are so brave, wow. this is my horse Ramune out at pasture.

she always has her ears back in the pasture and ignores me the first three times i call her but as soon as she comes over she seems happy? like she really hates socializing but is acting like she does to seem cool to her friends? i have no idea

this game is abandonware now and my copy of it seems to be poorly translated from french, so i'm not going to comment on the funny bits of dialogue, but the dialogue lines themselves were incredibly repetitive!

the game goes like this: you take care of your horse (feed, clean stall, sponge, or brush - not all at once though) which feels like it takes forever but might just be three minutes on average. you compete to win gold medals in show jumping, dressage, cross-country, and eventing.

jumping and cross-country both use the same jumping mechanic, where you change your speed between every jump to the one the game wants and then press the space bar when the ground in front of the jump turns green or white. dressage has you click the left and right mouse buttons to the beat of a metronome, except the beat of the sound and the beat of the flashing lights on the screen don't match and if you follow the lights, you're sunk. eventing is just all three events in a row.

whenever you win, the resident Mean Girl accuses you of cheating, and the Stud Farm owner says he’s so proud of you. there’s a morning-evening cycle and after the sun sets, the stud farm owner tells you the day is over and to go get rest and come back tomorrow. this happens instantly and changes nothing.

you get coins from winning, which you can use to purchase unlockable wearable items for your horse and your rider! although i don't think anything can save this outfit.

you can't customize this rider at all, either, and there's only like four horse color options and then a few custom markings.

next you go to Training in the Training arena, and the stud farm owner teaches you the one trick that distinguishes your competition level from the next, and then you compete at the next level. the mean girl is always competing in the same races as you, and she always scores exactly 85, which is honestly more impressive than getting 100, that's so specific. you have a childhood best friend who shows up every now and then to remind you to take care of your horse like you used to, and that you’ve always been such a better rider than her.

then, although i swear it’s not in the tutorial, you eventually realize you can click on the woods north of the map and go on trail rides, which get you involved in cutscenes that tiptoe around the idea of the game having a plot. so far the mean girl has been caught trying to tire out my horse & we got to chase her “to stop her from hurting herself” and then there was no resolution after she was caught. i was so surprised that she would do such a thing that i tried to take a screenshot and got this weird glitch where half of the stable turned invisible, revealing a second secret stable in the distance... so mysterious...

then we were ordered to ride out there and take a picture of the town using the camera function, which you can use at any time when on a trail ride which Is Fun! here's a picture i took of some sheep!

they're so smooth...

after that, a vet came along with a sick horse and made me ride the entire trail with him slower than a gallop, which is frustrating because the entire trail takes like seven whole minutes to complete, so i started watching videos some random kid fight a giant spider in Grounded while doing that. i also got tired of taking care of my horse ramune, but just feeding her boosts her health, and so far there's been no repercussions to just feeding her a lot and doing nothing else.

the game is pretty repetitive, but if I were still a preteen or younger and not yet aware of my surroundings and the world around me, my dreams of someday riding a Real Horse would elevate this game to a new level. you have to use your imagination and get yourself invested in it in order to have fun with it. and for some, that’s what you’re looking for. overall, it sure is a horse game, and it’s not actively bad, it’s just mid.

i'm rating this game 2.5 out of 5 stars!

★★✬☆☆

smooth cows

[emma-is-swaggy-and-epic]

2024 >>> 2021(????)

So basically part of my AHIT OC kranch's character is that if you beat her boss fight in death wish mode, you unlock her void form's outfit as a wearable costume called the "kawaii kid" outfit so i drew this to show off what hat kid and bow kid look like when they wear it

....then i redrew it because i made bowie too pale initially and that kinda bugged me.

Happy belated anniversary to a hat in time btw, that game helped me get through a traumatic experience when i was 14 so i owe GFB my life ✌😚

[werewolfetone]

Sims 4 French Revolution game pack new additions:

Guillotine activity table

"Propaganda" and "rioting" skills

Marat's bath tub

"Jacobin" "Girondin" "Royalist" "Thermidorian" and "Sans-Culotte" traits

New drawing table for children where the ability to make cockades is unlocked at creativity level five. the cockades cannot be worn but can be hung on the walls

"Martyr" aspiration

Powdered wigs can now be put on at the vanitites

If Seasons is installed, new holidays Festival Of The Supreme Being and 14th July are added

New careers "Deputy on Mission" and "Delegate" are added. political alignments are chosen at level five. active career "royal" is added, where the activity of evading the police as you try to flee is what you do every day, and at level 10 you unlock a wearable diamond necklace in CAS

"Brount" is now a species of dog, if Cats And Dogs is installed

If your sim becomes too hated the other sims will now autonomously guillotine them

[obeyjennifer0]

One of my pets needs to be locked up for his own good, but I want a more flexible arrangement where I can unlock him to reward good behaviour.

Drop your best remote controlled chastity recommendations, I’d like something wearable and light.

[santaeofficial]

The Updated Dragon Set Takes Flight

Deep in Santae's farthest reaches, near the shores of the glimmering Azure Abyss, the Seeker of Knowledge Eldrin researches magical mysteries. Through his studies, he has unlocked the secrets of ancient draconic magic -- and he is willing to share his discoveries with Adventurers who assist him with his Quests.

Complete Seeker of Knowledge Quests and Eldrin may reward you with one of these gorgeously updated dragon-themed HA items. These 16 items' beautiful brand-new artwork will turn your HA into an avatar of draconic might and magic!

Equip yourself with the sturdy and stylish Dragon Warrior Armor, and you'll be more than prepared to explore the deep, stony tunnels of the Dragon Cave. But some of these draconic items hold deeper powers than mere equipment...

Use the Dragon Scale Suit, Dragon Wings, and Dragon Horns to transform your avatar from head to toe! These items will grant you huge draconic wings, a coat of sleek black scales, and a crown of sharp horns.

If you're lucky, you may even earn the trust of a friendly Dragon Hatchling who loves nothing more than to perch on your HA's shoulder!

Visit the Seeker of Knowledge today to complete his Quests and begin -- or complete -- your collection of the updated Dragon set.

The Way Of The Warrior Mage

Last month, the wearable appearance of the Warrior Mage armor was refreshed, allowing your HA to adopt a mystical new look. Now, the full set of item artwork for the Warrior Mage set has also been updated!

But that's not all. Jasper of the Celestial Armory has forged two brand-new additions to this set, adding the Warrior Mage Amulet and Warrior Mage Skirt to the collection!

If you can make your way to the highest reaches of the Celestial Peaks, your reward will be the finest-quality craftsmanship in all of Santae. Visit Jasper's Celestial Armory to collect the new and updated Warrior Mage items -- and whatever other arms and armor you might require -- today!

[mangogator]

hey myst fandom its me! back with some art!

this is a concept that literally will never happen (and only appeals to me) but for a while i’ve been thinking of a myst x sky cotl collab season called season of ages!!! above are a few concept designs for cosmetics can you tell exile is my favorite game in the series

click on the read more to see disorganized ramblings and the uncropped drawing!

SO its a very loose concept with very scattered ideas so far (and if you are both a sky and myst enjoyer PLEASE feel free to add ideas and also be my friend?????) and im sadly not super well versed in myst lore so this is going to be VERY surface level

a VERY basic concept of the season would be collecting pages across the realms to restore linking books, but this feels kinda boring. i’m also not sure how the spirits would relate to the myst characters, if there even would be spirits? and should each realm have a new area in it that resembles an age in one of the games that gradually get unlocked as the player completes quests? i have no idea!!! idk about yall but i would LOVE to fly around myst island

i know for sure that an ultimate gift/iap cosmetic would be a linking book. what i’m undecided on is if the player would just get one book that would allow them to link to a chosen area (it would be a wearable cosmetic, kinda like the art book), or would completing the season unlock a special place in vault of knowledge that gives the player access to multiple linking books? if it were an iap cosmetic (like all collab seasons have), it could be a linking book to a room of linking books? idk

i really want to be able to pay homage to all of the myst games by incorporating at least one element from each game (ie a whole age, an object in an age, a cosmetic that resembles something a character wears, etc etc). i also really want there to still be a puzzle element , but like. super easy puzzles. people play sky to chill, not be frustrated hdkshsskkh

the spirit guide will be atrus i will not budge on this

tgc and cyan. collab when

[fragonreal]

A springlock animatronic is an animatronic mascot that doubles as both an automatic robot and a wearable costume! The animatronic is able to do this through multiple springlocks throughout the suit, which pull back the multiple pieces of metal and plastic endoskeleton that make the mascot function in its "animatronic mode." To pull back the endoskeleton, you'd need to use a company specialized crank that pulls back the springs, locking them in place, making the mascot a wearable suit, or in other words, putting the mascot in "suit mode!" The springs are very sensitive, and can be unlocked through a slight amount of pressure or moisture, which can lead to a springlock failure. A springlock failure is an incident in which the animatronic parts collapse into whoever is wearing the suit (you!), which can lead to the vocal cords crushing, causing you to drown on your own blood as their other organs collapse! You'll be dying for a long time, most likely until you fully bleed out! Thankfully, there is a way to survive! Do not panic when an incident occurs, and wait for a fellow employee to remove the suit! From there you'll be rushed to the nearest hospital, and all that will remain will be small scars! If nobody is able to save you, then the company will have to bleach the floors and file a missing persons report, which can take up to 90 days! Stay safe when dealing with springlocks, and remember: you're the face of Freddy Fazbear's Pizza!

i want whatever this guy is on

[username-not-registered]

Engineer Building Concept: the Mini Dispenser

As a Battle Engineer, I do understand the importance of a normal dispenser, seeing as it's good to at least have something to support your teleporters or defense when you're out there Gun-slanging that thang. However, it's often quite annoying trying to keep up with your team when you have to manage a dispenser, and I play Battle Engineer to explicitly not have to deal with hauling a level 3 sentry around the map. So, why do the same for the Dispenser?

Hopefully tied to a PDA unlock, but most likely tied to the Gunslinger if the (0) TF2 developers read this, the Mini Dispenser is a wearable backpack that replaces your normal dispenser! Simply build it and pick it up to wear it. However, this comes at the cost of movement speed and its metal output.

Stats

This mostly shares the stats of the Level 1 Dispenser. It heals 10 HP and 5% Cloak/sec. However, it only has 100 HP and restores 20 Metal/10% ammo per munitions unit instead of the usual 40 Metal/20% ammo in order to make it worse for turtling, spamming minis, or making widows if you know what I sayin'. You're also 10% slower while wearing it, as you are technically carrying a building.

Construction

Compared to the Dispenser, the Mini Dispenser takes the same amount of time to build and costs the same amount of Metal. However, it redeploys twice as fast and cannot be upgraded. After building it, you simply just have to pick it up to wear it. If you'd like to place it back down, you just need to attempt to build it again, and then you can place it down as if you were carrying it normally. It never actually leaves your back until you place it. While placed, it still retains the range of a normal dispenser.

Destruction

The Mini Dispenser is a lot easier to destroy, given that it has less health than a normal dispenser. Wearing it into battle doesn't help much either, as it is able to take splash damage or even tank direct hits on your behalf. If the Engineer dies, the Dispenser also dies regardless of health. If it is destroyed while the Engineer attempts to redeploy it, the process is interrupted and the Engineer is switched back to their previous weapon. Finally, you cannot destroy it while wearing it using destruction commands.

Interactions

When removed from your back by any means, it takes you 1 second to return to your original speed

While using the Rescue Ranger, you are not marked for death unless you're carrying another building

Movement speed reductions while carrying buildings are additive, making you lose 20% of your speed while hauling a building and wearing the backpack

Friendly engineers can still repair it while it's on your back

Can block a backstab from a spy, but it does not stun them and gets destroyed instantly. Spies can quickly follow up with another stab.

On Kill/On Hit effects don't apply to the dispenser while worn because it is still a building

Pyros using the Back Burner can't crit you, but they will crit the dispenser and can still hit you

The Rescue Ranger's ability to pick up buildings from long distances also allows you to instantly equip the back pack

[p5x-theories]

Motoha's Confidant

(last updated 11/30/24!)

This post documents the fully filled-in information on Motoha Arai gained through progressing her Confidant! It contains things that could be considered spoilers for her Confidant, as part of the information is a summary of its story.

Motoha is available in the afternoon most days, when it isn’t rainy. Her Confidant is tied to the Proficiency social stat, and level 17 Proficiency is required to fully complete it.

Favorite Presents

(An asterisk (*) marks the special presents added with (and unlocked through) Miyu Sahara’s Confidant, which are liked by all Confidants currently in the game.)

GOAT Baseball Bat An alloy power baseball bat to help players stand out on the field and become baseball stars!

Sports Protective Gear Wearable protective gear used during sports. The black and pink color scheme has won the Fashion Design Award at the Sports Equipment Awards.

GOAT Absorbent Towel Brightly colored, soft, and smooth absorbent towels that quickly absorb and evaporate large amounts of moisture.

GOAT Baseball Glove Made of modified leather for rugged durability, with an unparalleled feel.

GOAT Baseball Uniform Baseball uniforms printed with the team's logo are marketable and priceless collectibles.

Cat Hairpin This kitten-shaped hairpin is very cute.

Heart-Shaped Ring A ring with gemstones arranged in the shape of a heart.

Sumo-Themed Sticker Set This sumo wrestler-themed sticker set contains a variety of popular stickers and is highly collectible.

Guide to Eating While Walking A regularly-published food journal. It mainly introduces various delicacies that are highly talked about in the streets and alleys.

Limited-Edition Keychain* This keychain has a unique shape, and is well-made, but there weren’t many of it produced. It has a certain collector’s value.

Bulk Snacks Value Pack* A combo pack containing a variety of traditional snacks that will remind people of the taste of childhood.

Advanced Essential Oil Combination* A value-for-money set of essential oils, with multiple functions to help you relax your mind and body.

Chestnut Cake* Fragrant chestnut cake with mild sweetness to suit most people’s tastes.

Musical Snow Globe* A snow globe that plays music, and can be shaken gently to make snow fall inside.

Desktop Incense Machine* A household incense machine that is small in size, so it can be placed anywhere.

Everlasting Lily Flower This type of gift is widely beloved by women and represents eternal love. It is a very beautiful and touching gift.

Personal Information

Birthday: April 10th Zodiac Sign: Aries Age: 16 years old Profession: Student Height: 160 cm Weight: Secret...? Blood Type: ?? Interests: Fitness, high-calorie foods Features: Playing baseball

Story

Character Details A second-year high school girl from Kokatsu Academy, and my classmate. She is good at sports in general, and is very popular at our school. She prefers to act intuitively rather than logically, and her academic performance seems to be average.

Personal Data 1 Motoha was selected for a Little League girl's baseball team when she was in elementary school. Her abilities were outstanding, and she was ranked among the Best Nine.

Personal Data 2 At that time, Motoha admired Takeyuki Kiuchi, a fellow baseball player, and regarded him as her idol. She hoped to become as good of a player as Kiuchi in the future. But after meeting Kiuchi in a Little League program, everything changed...

Personal Data 3 Motoha, who was still an elementary school student at the time, hit a fastball thrown by Kiuchi with all her strength, and soon after, Kiuchi announced his retirement from baseball. The media widely publicized that Kiuchi retired due to a physical injury sustained during a Little League program activity. Motoha, still young, believed it was her fault, and never picked up a bat again.

Personal Data 4 It was not until an encounter ten years later that Motoha finally learned the truth about the past. With regrets about everything, and anger at being deceived by Kiuchi and the media, Motoha awakened her Persona.

Personal Data 5 After successfully changing Kiuchi's heart, Motoha joined the Phantom Thieves, and made up her mind to work hard as a member of the team from now on. To this end, she started exercising again, which also included learning how to face baseball again. At Motoha's request, I became her "coach".

Personal Data 6 While accompanying Motoha in retraining, we met her former rival Tamayo Yoshida. Tamayo hoped that Motoha could return to professional baseball, and to that end, issued a challenge for her.

Personal Data 7 In order to defeat Tamayo, Motoha began training arduously. I accidentally discovered that Tamayo was also observing Motoha's constant practice. It turns out that she always admired Motoha, and considered Motoha to be a goal that she had to strive to catch up to...

Personal Data 8 Motoha was so exhausted from practicing that she almost forgot why she started exercising in the first place. Fortunately, she finally remembered her original intention, and in the process, the relationship between Motoha and I gradually changed.

Personal Data 9 After hard training, Motoha met up with Tamayo for their duel, but the result was unexpected... After the match, Motoha praised Tamayo's perseverance and strength, and the two of them, who were once good rivals, united their hearts and became friends who trust each other.

Personal Data 10 Learning to let go of victory and defeat, face reality, and continue working hard, Motoha gained a lot through this experience. Although there will definitely be battles that we can't afford to lose in the future, the rest of the Phantom Thieves and I will definitely stand by Motoha when the time comes.

Voice Lines

Japanese VA: Kaede Hondo | Chinese VA: ZhuQueCheng

(As I can only add up to ten audio files per post, I’ll only include the Japanese lines below! Feel free to ask for the Chinese ones, though.)

My name's Motoha Arai! My Phantom Thief codename is Closer. Once again, nice to meet you!

Me? Hmm... I'm the kind of person who acts as soon as something comes to mind. So on the flip side, I'm not that great at thinking over complicated problems. Hahaha...

I have to do a lot of training to improve my agility in the Metaverse... but, well... today, I worked really hard, so I can go grab a crepe, right? Right?

If I hadn't met you, I'd probably still be dragging my past along with me... So seriously, thank you again. And... let's keep working together going forward!

The Phantom Thieves are probably the only ones who can make people with distorted desires have a change of heart... so I'll keep working hard. In order to help save people like Tomoko, who are being hurt!

I've gotten used to it, but... even now I still think Ruferu is kinda strange when I see him... How should I put it, what's up with that "owl from the Metaverse"...?

Tomoko's my closest friend. We've known each other since we were kids, together in the Little League. She supports me whenever I have a problem, and of course I always want to support her too. So really... we're not just friends, we're best friends!

Confidant-Specific Bonuses

Rank 1 I See It: Unlock the ability to use Third Eye while in the batting cages.

Rank 5 Let's Work Hard Together: When a battle ends with an All Out Attack, the entire team's health will be fully restored (only works with wandering shadows in Palaces and Mementos).

Rank 9 Exercise More: Unlocks higher difficulties and new prizes at the batting cages.

Rank 13 Ready: After visiting a Safe Room, if Highlight energy isn't at 30%, gain Highlight energy up to 30% (only works with wandering shadows in Palaces and Mementos).

Rank 17 Come Here: Unlocks higher difficulties and new prizes at the batting cages.

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Brand Extension Strategies: Unlocking New Market Opportunities

Understanding Brand Extension

Brand extension is a marketing strategy where a company uses its existing brand name to launch a new product or enter a new market.

The goal of brand extension is to leverage the existing brand equity and customer loyalty to drive sales and increase market share.

By extending the brand into new markets, companies can capitalize on the trust and recognition they have already established with their target audience.

Understanding the key principles and considerations of brand extension is crucial for successful implementation.

Benefits of Brand Extension Strategies

Brand extension strategies offer several benefits for businesses:

- Increased brand awareness: Brand extension allows companies to reach new audiences and increase their brand visibility.

- Cost savings: Launching a new product under an existing brand can be more cost-effective compared to creating a new brand from scratch.

- Customer loyalty: By leveraging the existing brand equity, companies can tap into the trust and loyalty of their current customer base.

- Competitive advantage: Brand extension can help companies differentiate themselves from competitors and gain a competitive edge in the market.

These benefits make brand extension an attractive strategy for companies looking to expand their reach and grow their business.

Types of Brand Extension

There are different types of brand extension strategies that companies can consider:

- Product extension: This involves introducing a new product in a category that is related to the existing product line.

- Line extension: This refers to adding new variants or flavors to an existing product line.

- Category extension: This involves entering a new product category that is different from the company's existing offerings.

- Co-branding: This is a strategy where two or more brands collaborate to create a new product or service.

Choosing the right type of brand extension depends on factors such as market research, target audience, and the company's overall brand positioning.

Implementing Successful Brand Extensions

To successfully implement brand extensions, companies should follow these key steps:

- Conduct market research: Understand the market dynamics, customer preferences, and competition to identify potential opportunities for brand extension.

- Maintain brand consistency: Ensure that the new product aligns with the existing brand's values, positioning, and messaging to maintain brand integrity.

- Communicate the brand extension: Develop a clear and compelling communication strategy to introduce the new product to the target audience and build awareness.

- Monitor and adapt: Continuously monitor the performance of the brand extension and make necessary adjustments based on customer feedback and market trends.

By following these steps, companies can increase the chances of a successful brand extension and maximize the potential for growth.

Case Studies of Successful Brand Extensions

Several companies have achieved success with brand extensions. Here are a few examples:

- Apple: The tech giant extended its brand from computers to a wide range of consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, and wearables.

- Coca-Cola: The beverage company successfully extended its brand into different flavors and variants, as well as non-carbonated beverages.

- Nike: Known for its athletic footwear, Nike expanded its brand into apparel, accessories, and fitness equipment.

These case studies demonstrate the effectiveness of brand extension strategies in diversifying product offerings and reaching new markets.

By learning from these examples, companies can gain insights and inspiration for their own brand extension efforts.

Apppl Combine a 360-degree advertising agency in Delhi assist in brand extension strategies by conducting thorough market research to identify potential expansion opportunities. Developing strategic plans tailored to the brand's strengths, target audience, and market trends. Utilizing innovative marketing techniques, agencies facilitate the seamless integration of the brand into new markets, ensuring consistency and relevance. By leveraging existing brand equity, they enhance credibility and consumer trust in the new ventures. We also provide ongoing support, monitoring performance metrics and adapting strategies to optimize results. Through collaboration and expertise, agencies enable brands to effectively expand into new markets while maximizing growth opportunities.

This post was originally published on: Apppl Combine

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🍁Round 8 - Autumn 2 - Summary🍁

🍁Families Hansen-Wiggins Hudson O'Donnell O'Donnell II Turner Rossellini Rossellini II Neetor Phillips Grimsbane Phillips-Volden 🍁Population 210 (Multiplier x 6) 🍁Unlocked Ability to finance Downtown 2 Positions in Journalism (Both filled) Ability to purchase burglar alarms Law Enforcement Career 9 CAS Sims 🍁Relationship Changes Evan O'Donnell x Kenya Bryant (Engaged) Pietro Rossellini x Dudley Tomlinson (Married) Verity Rossellini x Stephanie Barnes (Dating) Nimue Grimsbane x Thomas Reid (Dating) Frost Grimsbane x Emma Allen (Engaged) Conrad Phillips x Felicity Saunders (Married) Ivar Volden x Genevieve Bolton (Going Steady) 🍁Nooboos Born Riley O'Donnell Jade Phillips 🍁Community Lots: 14 Birch Alley Playground Kyle's Craftables (Owned by Kyle O'Donnell) Rank 6 Rossellini's Robotics (Owned by Pietro Rossellini) Rank 7 PlantSim Produce (Owned by Ash Hudson) Rank 7 Witchy Wearables (Owned by Iris Grimsbane) Rank 4 Monique's Miniatures (Owned by Monique Wiggins) Rank 5 Conrad's Curios (Owned by Conrad Phillips) Rank 4 Grilled Cheese Diner (Owned by Lucas Turner) Rank 5 Wildflats Peninsula School (Part-Owned by Beth Neetor) Rank 5 Wildflats Peninsula Fire Station Main Street Park Wildflats Peninsula Town Hall Tiki Bar (Owned by Evan O'Donnell) Rank 1 Wildflats Peninsula Police Department [Main Street Apartments]* *Not really a community lot, but owned by the town and rent goes into the tax pot.