#common denominator

[conspire24]

Why a Kalos game actually makes sense right now (crack theory)

So, I'm super excited we're getting a Legends game in Kalos featuring Zygarde. As a longtime fan in the XY anime, I always wished Zygarde was done justice in the game side of things, and once Legends Acreus came out, I knew another Legends game would be the perfect way to give Zygarde they're dues.

That said, this was definitely out of left field! Literally everyone was guessing we were going to get a Johto or Unova game this gen, since they're the only two that have yet to be remade in 3D. At first, skipping straight to Kalos makes no sense. But the more I thought of it, the more I've noticed a pattern, a pattern that I will now present as:

THE POKEMON GENERATION MULTIPLES HYPOTHESIS

The idea is that the region that gets remade is influenced by its age as well as whether or not the region's generation number shares a common denominator (that isn't 1) with the current region's generation number. I know, I'm bringing math into this, but trust me it'll make sense when we go through it.

Let's start simple, the first gen to get remade was Kanto (gen 1) during generation 3. Easy enough, it was the first gen where it made sense to remake past games, and oh look, 3 is a multiple of 1 (though to be fair everything's a multiple of 1).

Then we get to gen 4, where after the sinnoh games, we got a remake of John (gen 2). Oddly enough, 4 is a multiple of 2.

Then there's gen 5. Now, 5 is a prime number, so the only factor 5 has is 1, but gen 1 has already been made available on DS (along with every other gen, so it's not like they could do much anyway).

But then we get to gen 6, followed by the Hoenn remakes (gen 3), and 3 is a multiple of 6. Now, 6 also a multiple of 2 and even shares a common denominator with 4 (that c.d. being 2), but it seems gen 3 takes the precedent because it is the earliest set of games to have been released, since Johto and Sinnoh had games out more recently.

We move to gen 7, and you know, I remember back in 2017 when everyone thought we were gonna get Sinnoh remakes next. But why would we? 7 isn't a multiple of 4, 4 and 7 don't share a common denominator. 7 is a prime number, it isn't a multiple of anything - except for 1. And wouldn't you know it, this is the generation where we got a set of Kanto remakes - and 1 was the only thing that could factor into 7!

As we go to gen 8, suddenly it's apparent what would get remade next. Sinnoh was the region that had been out of circulation the longest, and 4 goes into 8 just fine, meaning now is finally the time to give Sinnoh another spot in the limelight with BDSP and Legends Arceus!

And now, we have reached gen 9, and again I say we all had thought we would get a return to Johto or Unova, but why? I mean, 9 isn't a multiple of 2, or 5. Rather, 9 is a multiple of 3. And you what else is a multiple of 3? 6! And since gen 6 had come out a year before the Hoenn remakes, it seems Kalos was the earliest game to pass the threshold for a modern reimagining.

So, in short, it appears that the region that gets remade or reused next coincides with whether or not the generation number shares a common denominator greater than 1 as well as whether or not the region's last release has been longer than other regions'. If this theory holds water, gen 10 may yield some interesting results, as 10 is a multiple of both 2 and 5. Though, there has been more time since the last new Johto games than there has been since the last new Unova games, so by my logic, Johto would be the next to be remade. Though if you count the Johto VC releases on 3DS, maybe that would mean Unova has spent more time out, so maybe Unova would be next on the docket?

Either way, I just think it's interesting that all the generations' numbers line up this way. Who knows, maybe each generation, GameFreak has been playing a simple numbers game when deciding their remakes.

Well regardless, I'm happy that we're getting another step into Kalos next year, and in a way, maybe the timing makes more sense than we realize. That said, definitely take this theory with a grain of salt. I highly doubt the numbering of generations (which I don't think GameFreak has ever actually acknowledged officially) truly factors into how GameFreak and the Pokemon Company greenlight what projects. But if nothing else, it's fun to notice those kinds of patterns. I'd take this in the same vein as that fire starter zodiac theory from a while back. It's probably not true, but it's funny how well it fits together!

That said, I'm calling it now, a Legends game in Johto is gonna be the game for 2028!

[soulinkpoetry]

The sea will always be that common denominator for us ….

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[stgroversfire]

the dichotomy between the nasty tf2 freaks and the ethereal immortal chinese men i love is so astounding on this blog

[indefensibleactions]

[jinxed-fates]

generic vent post

[gigidagia]

Hans Bouffmyhre - Common Denominator (Original Mix) (2023)

[the-liturgical-pentecostal]

As Christians, we should focus on what we share in common rather than harping on what divides us. But that’s just it: What do we share in common? (via What Binds Us Together?)

[stevejones313]

The "Common Denominator" Fallacy

Sometimes we find ourselves caught in a loop where we seem to be moving from one abusive relationship to another, whether that be romantic, sexual, platonic, etc. It sucks that we put our trust in people, but keep seeming to pick just the worst partners, friends, etc. However sometimes people will tell you something that sounds like it makes sense: "Well you're the common denominator. If all your partners were abusive, maybe you're the problem."

Sounds logical, right? I mean, you are the common thread in all those relationships, right? Well that's all, how to put it...horse shit.

The truth is that there are usually two factors that go into these situations:

The person has some form of trauma, resulting in low self-esteem, and difficulty in telling when they're being manipulated and abused.

Predators/abusers prey on these people, sensing their vulnerabilities, pouncing on them like a lion going after an injured antelope.

Yes, a person with trauma does need to take actions to protect and improve themselves, but anyone who has been through trauma can tell you just how fucking difficult it is to get the right professional help to combat these issues. Hell it can be real fucking difficult just to be convinced that they even deserve the help. Many people caught in these abusive traps feel weak, pathetic, and unworthy of getting help as if they need to be punished for constantly picking bad people.

There are so many dicks and cunts out there who practically specialise in hunting vulnerable targets. They seek out the easily manipulated, self-loathing, gullible, and injured. They play on their insecurities, often presenting themselves as "not like your exes" and promise a future of safety and security that only they can provide. The narcissists, sociopaths, and abusers exist all around us and are really fucking good at finding their marks. Given how many of these bastards and bitches there are, it's not a leap of logic to see how easily a victim of an abusive relationship can find themselves jumping back into another one. These victims need help and encouragement, not scolding.

Now yes, some people are beyond help and if someone just refuses to get any help at all, well one mustn't set themselves on fire to warm another up. However, if we don't ever try help people and instead just throw the common denominator fallacy at them, then what do you think you're going to achieve? You're just victim blaming at that point. You might as well be asking "what did you do to provoke them to hurt you?".

People get caught in vicious cycles and they need help to escape that cycle, often professional help and that is not something so easily attained for everyone. Victims need help, and you won't do that by just blaming them. More than likely, you'll just push them further into the vicious cycle.

[kmac4him1st]

Dare To Care

This is a cool post for praying for your family and hearing the heart of God on how to care for one another. It has some really godly wisdom that will change up our hearts. A family post on bringing your gifts to the table so you can share with your family who you are, and how God has gifted you… and receiving God’s wisdom on how to be a person who has accepted God’s Challenge To Dare To C.A.R.E.…

[william-r-melich]

I Believe... 03/27/2024

I don't think you need to follow an established religion or believe in God in order to be a moral person. I'm an atheist who believes in good. I believe in freedom. I believe that love transcends all time and space. I believe that our rights come from truth and reason. I believe in spirituality, that our souls are eternal. I believe there exists an eternal energy field that is everywhere and is within everything; people, animals, plants, all matter and energy both living and non-living. Like the force in Star Wars. I just don't believe in a creator. Instead, my idea of God is the most fundamental aspect of truth, the smallest element in all of existence that is omnipresent. Like the most common denominator in math. I believe existence is eternal, without beginning or end. I believe in capitalism. I believe that good will always and ultimately win over evil. I believe in the U.S. Constitution and the good old U.S. of A. I worked hard all of my adult life, and outside of a D.W.I, I have never broken any major laws. I was arrested once for shoplifting a bottle of cheap vodka when I was an alcoholic, otherwise I never stole anything. I've never physically attacked anyone unprovoked, only in self-defense. I've never cheated on a girlfriend. I've always paid my taxes. I really believe I am a rational, good person. Although I do have a few bad habits and get on people's nerves with my silly, passive-aggressive behavior. I just don't believe that someone created the universe. I don't know, maybe "nothing" got bored and decided to become everything.

[serenityscribes]

Put ‘em Together (2023)

My lines My ways My quirks My gaze My wits My smile My words My whiles

E. Ecker, April 2023

[petercushingscheekbones]

neil gaiman and RTD are absolute legends for being the showrunners of 2 mainstream shows funded by large production companies in the year 2023, and proceeding to make the most queer positive episodes ever seen by man

meanwhile david tennant is just vibrating with joy because he gets more opportunities to wear his one-thousand-and-twenty-four pride pins

[jakkenpoy]

[youvebeengalindafied]

Just for this moment  As long as you're mine Come be how you want to And see how bright we shine

Stephanie J. Block and Sebastian Arcelus, October 9, 2007

I call this "can you tell these actors got married to each other only a few days after this performance was filmed?"

Because uhh...I sure can:

Whew 😰👀

[afewproblems]

Having depressing Steve Harrington Whump thoughts this sunny Sunday morning.

I usually headcanon Steve's parents as being neglectful and absent given their lack of screen presence in the show and thought about Steve grappling with this throughout his childhood.

Being left alone for days and eventually weeks at a time, starting much younger than was appropriate, but it was the era of latchkey kids and Richard and Darleen Harrington assumed Steve was capable enough to not really need watching. The house never burned down.

Their son was fine.

And Steve would be the first person to agree, to smile wanely while the migraines pounded in his head, a parting gift from Billy Hargrove and the and Russians. He was fine.

It was fine.

Until the spring of 1986 when all Hell literally broke loose.

During the last events of the Upside Down and the earthquakes that almost decimated Hawkins, the Harringtons finally come back to town, horrified to be called in from Indianapolis by the charge nurse at Hawkins General Hospital.

Their relationship does get a little better after nearly losing their only son. They don't talk about it, the lost years of quality time, but Steve has made begrudging peace with it and is happy to have them around now for family dinners and the holidays.

They are even fairly good about his relationship with Eddie once he finally comes out. Richard takes a little longer to warm up to the idea, but Darleen seems determined not to lose Steve again.

And things are fine for awhile, the four of them have found an equilibrium amongst each other. Richard busies himself with offering to help with repairs around their house as needed, the leaky sink in their guest bath or the backdoor that was never hung correctly. While Darleen is always quick to bring over a new recipe for them all to try at the next family dinner.

They don't talk about the fact that this is the most home cooking Steve has ever experienced in his 30 years of life or that he didn't know his dad even owned a screwdriver.

But it's fine.

They manage.

It's only after the adoption of their daughter that Steve begins to notice the changes in his parents in a way that makes his chest feel tight.

"I just, I don't get it," Steve says quietly to Eddie one summer day. Richard and Darleen are out in the yard with Abigail, playing in the sun. Abigail shakes a flower from the garden in Richard's face while he pretends to sneeze exaggeratedly, making Abigail break into peals of laughter.

Eddie frowns at Steve, watching as he crosses his arms tightly around himself.

"There has to be something going on, it doesn't make any sense how they're being with her," Steve bites out eventually. He lifts a trembling hand to his hair and tugs harshly at the roots.

"Okay woah woah," Eddie says slowly as he stops forward and gently coaxes Steve's hands away from his hair, "Stevie, sweetheart, I don't understand".

Eddie watches as Steve's gaze travels out the window once more to see Darleen lift their giggling baby girl above her head before lowering Abigail to pepper kisses all over her cheeks. Eddie smiles at the sight but it quickly vanishes as he looks back at Steve who is looking longingly at his mother.

"Because," Steve says, his voice catches on the growing lump in his throat, "if they were always capable of this, of being there, then why couldn't they do that for me?"

[unpretty]

Kink taxonomy hell makes me a) very glad I am ace & don't have to deal with these problems & b) lowkey thinking about how I'd approach running a porn production company whose entire output is like 15 minute porn shorts based on these asks. I mean, I wouldn't actually want to start a porn production company, because that would require way more start up capital & effort than it would be worth to me personally (see: ace, but also burn out re: small production companies). But, see, I do work in the production industry at a small production company on the non-porn side of things (we make stuff for like Netflix/HBO/Hulu & shit) & often make or consult on budgets, so it's a bit of a fun thought exercise about how to approach it.

Get a core cast you can rotate through for different scenarios (6-10 ppl for cast; though actual # each day might be much lower); ideally have a studio space + production off with edit suite; aim for ~2-3 set ups each day depending on complexity/# of on-screen orgasms (goal for these is short so might not be a full scene/scenario); in-house equipment as much as possible (cameras, lights, but also build up a sex/prop repository that can be resued); two-camera; relatively small crew, -- Director, producer, AP, DP, A/C, sound, gaffer, DIT (can be the AE), safery coordinator, PA x2, HMU+asst, wardrobe + props + art dept float -- so ~16 set crew, plus on the post/in-house side you'll need: editor x2, production accountant, AE (can be the same person as DIT), post super. Plus then unlike the companies I work at you'd want probably a marketing person & web dev.

Schedule would look something like: 3 weeks prep // 2 wks shoot w/ goal of getting material for ~24 shorts // 8 wks edit to get through all material (could start posting scenes finished sooner before all scenes are edited, obvs; this is assuming 3 edit days per 15 min short on average, but it all depends on how complex you want to get with the edit; if it's just 15 minutes of one shot getting played out with a few cut aways, then edit time could get cut down by a lot. But I'm assuming some stuff is going to get more complex edits; it also might work better to have three editors going so that edit time & prep+shoot time are roughly equal)

The issue here is that, ok, start up costs to get gear, etc will always be high, so setting those aside for the moment but overhead costs + staffing costs are going to get pricey. Granted, I don't know what the going rates are for folks either behind or in front of the camera in porn, but I do know the going rates outside of porn & I also know what I think are fair rates for these positions / what I would want to pay people. So imo for a single shoot day, you're looking at well over $10k for labor alone. All in, with what I described, my slapdash back of the envelope math says you're looking at $350,000+ in labor costs for the whole shebang & that's before fringe (je refuse to 1099 everyone; that way lies audits by the irs), equipment, overhead, etc. Easily I can imagine a half million dollar budget here in total.

& I guess that's where I start stalling out, because I know how to set up a shoot, get insurance, have legal buttoned up, but there's so much free porn out there that breaking even, much less monetizing it!, seems even harder than non-porn stuff these days. (& that's a struggle too! A huge part of why I'm burned out.) I mean, even if people like, pay to have their prompt included, folks aren't going to want to pay THAT much to cover costs. I guess aiming for lots of subscription fees on different platforms? But that's a lot of marketing elbow grease & takes time to build up, making starting capital essential. The stuff I'm familar with wrt indie filmmaking -- grants or corporate sponsors -- seem less likely for porn. & sure I could cut corners in my hypothetical budget, find savings, pay people less (ugh), but like, no. Maybe if I actually watched porn I'd know more about how it makes money, but that's a bridge too far.

Anyway, the government should give us all free money to pursue making art, even (especially?) when that art is porn. Or something.

there's nothing i can add to this, really