#from elgis

[polar-biscuit]

false prophets or something like that 📸🪬

[thebookworm0001]

I have some thoughts about why some of veilguard’s writing is the way it is and it comes down to development hell and corporate meddling which is perhaps too generous for some problems but also feels right for a Lot of the things I think

Thoughts in the tags

[kissingwookiees]

help i've looked at this single frame 800 times and editted 800 ways in photoshop for maximum visibility

[octosan]

Working on one of the videos for my drinking game series and I got mad and wrote a whole rant that I realized was a little too much for a drinking game post.

I just hate this script so much you guys. I hate SO MUCH how much they simplified the dialogue, the worldbuilding, the puzzle solving in this game.

I've seen a lot of complaints about fans being illiterate towards the story and to that I say of course they are! The game doesn't ask them to think! Rather than throwing up your hands saying "maybe they had a good reason to dumb down the dialogue and spoonfeed you this stuff"

consider that critical thinking is a muscle

and players do not exercise it when the game is afraid you will forget the core premises of the game, or individual missions, and so repeat them constantly.

When your companions all get along and share the same basic principles beyond bland culture differences, and their principles are all ones deemed acceptable to "modern" audiences, so you never have to think about what life experiences might have led them to feel that way.

When you have your companions constantly patting you and the other companions on the back and saying "nice job!!" in combat as if we wouldn't understand that they are friends otherwise.

When you constantly have characters make juvenile comments like "this is evil, even for the venatori!" or "they did that just for power?/greed?" or "man this makes me hate the venatori even more!" (even more?? these are fantasy nazis!!! you didn't hate them already??) and then don't give the evil factions any nuance because they're afraid you won't get that these factions are eeeeeevil. (The Venatori were never very nuanced outside Calpernia but at least there was lip service that they were a symptom of broader issues, not the convenient cause.)

When you're constantly explaining to the player how many blight pustules they still need to pop, how many crystals you have left, and oh!! the gate's open now! go through the gate! or look! there are darkspawn there where your camera is already pointed! Even late in the game they were doing this! Even at the end of Bellara's questline she was explaining that laser mechanic to me!

When they present you with lore reveals that have been highly anticipated for decades, as well as multiple memories which are meant to add to our interpretation of a core character, and they literally just tell you what to think about them and how to interpret them, at length, in that godawful regret questline. (And tbh even Solas' memories in the Crossroads did not tell me anything I did not already know)

And then Mythal saying "hey those murals are not 100% reliable memories" in a single missable dialogue option that we don't address any further, rendering even that agonizing bit of handholding pointless. Like okay what does it MATTER that they are not 100% reliable? because the redemption ending relies on your interpretations of it being 100% correct!! what purpose does that line serve except to give the writers deniability?

When you don't even bother to GIVE new worldbuilding details when they could absolutely be relevant at the time, except when it makes the writers' job easier like "turlum" or Bellara's clan's funeral practices being indistinguishable from ancient elven ones even though that's literally not what we were told about Dalish practices in the past, guess the Emerald Graves don't exist anymore-. Like just as one example that has stuck in my head, Elgy and Ghilly use terms like The Blight, Archdemons, Darkspawn, the Crossroads, etc. despite being from time periods that predate those terms and presumably having their own words for those same concepts. You can't tell me that Ghilly honestly thinks of her beloved hell children as "darkspawn", or that she would tolerate other people calling them that. You can't tell me that Elgy would agree to call his instrument of reshaping the world, which he is trying to convince people is a good thing, the Blight.

When the game actively punishes people who are familiar with the prior materials with their worldbuilding, punishes people who are reading the codex entries and looking for minor throwaway lines that acknowledge previous shit like the fact that Crows are literally tortured as part of their training and killed if they fail contracts, by having it not be remotely relevant to the story and make it much harder to have the appropriate reaction to what's happening in it (like Rook has no choice but to be happy Jacobus is taking in more orphan crows??) This is low-hanging fruit but it's so illustrative of what I mean.

What other outcome is this all going to have but players who do not look further than the surface? Who miss and ignore little details they have been trained to think do not matter and largely do not inform the broader story and characters? Players who are easily stumped on puzzles because they were not allowed to figure anything else out by themselves?

Are you going to claim that the Orzammar questline in Origins didn't teach anybody a lesson about paying close attention to the social structures and culture of a society when you pick the person who's going to rule it, as opposed to picking the guy who the narrative frames as wise and kind and the other guy framed as a power hungry third child? Are you going to claim that the Archon choice teaches anything remotely as useful?

Like!!!!

GOD

Inquisition had plenty of this stupid handholding too btw. You can argue all of the games had it by degrees. but it wasn't even remotely this bad.

[extravagantliar]

i dunno if you've given it thought, or even posted about it yet, but... what do you think varric would have nicknamed everyone in the veilguard (perhaps assan and manfred included, inspiration and spoons willing)? O:

hey there! Mary gave them nicknames in the first couple of drafts she gave datv! I also had nicknames ready to go as well! I never published my list for a few reasons, as I wanted to wait, but some of these wont be surprising to you.

neve was slick in the comics, and I agree with this - I also think like she calls rook trouble, he called her trouble at one point and flurries when she changes the weather

harding - mary never gave her one - a la the same vein as Aveline, as he’s spooked by her like a horse, but when she’s not looking she’s also red ( just like Aveline in da2 ).

lucarnis - his first pass nickname was scruffy. which I also liked and I think it pairs well with the other nickname I had loaded for him knowing spite was a thing early. spooky would be the nickname for spite that pairs. I ended up changing my first draft nickname of jekyll and hyde for them - but I still think varric would use those when talking about a pair or calls lucarnis ‘chef’ rather than the fandom second pass of ‘knives’

bellara - mary ended up calling her bangles, which is super cute and super fitting. when her character was dropped I picked up the old name i used for Josephine and called her scribbles for my first playthrough, she has remained scribbles but also gained purple - as sometimes bellara we need to show and not tell.

davrin - had a reused nickname which is hero and is very apt. however it also feels rather shallow, as yes he is, but I would love to have davrin spotlighted with something new. hero for sure stays, but I also think wrangler ( nickname I gave him before datv ) or feathers would have been strong at the end of act 3 considering everything davrin gives, it would be apt for him to carry that name. Assan is squawks and Varric would be unnerved by him but overall friendly

taash - mary nicknamed them smokey and it’s also apt. the one I had loaded before datv was actually sparks or teeth or something to do with the first look we got, then I put that aside and landed on marigold eventually just gold - marigolds flower under the worst conditions and carry on even with the weight. i am still very VERY fond of sparks.

emmrich - was nicknamed bones by mary, which doesn’t surprise me they’re all trek fans and well emm does have that whole plot. i also wildly oscillated from doc to bones several times as trailers dropped and eventually bones was my pick too. doc would be well used along with his title of professor and well - to be annoying - otrano after the first piece of gothic lit ( and the origin of manfred’s name! )

manfred - he never got one! Poor baby! Neve calls him fred, which I adore but I also think varric would call him jaq ( one of the servants in the castle of otrano ) or my favourite rattles.

though at one point we called emm the wizard and manfred the strawman as I had just finished son of a witch and I’m glad I scrapped those two

solas kept his nickname of chuckles from everything I wrote from 2014 to the end of October 2024 and I couldn’t write over it if I wanted to. People dislike it because it’s a reuse. It fits solas better than purple Hawke who could have had something like jester ( as a way to poke at the viscount choice ). Mae and Dorian were Mae and Sparkler. The inquisitor is a couple of things depending on who holds the title and then Bran is Bran. The elves ( Elgy and Ghilly ) were affectionately called problem one & problem two

[hyruleairbnb]

if i wanted to write a direct sequel to skyward sword it'd be like this:

a robed figure walks into the sealed temple, right up to Fi, Sword of Hylia, and proceeds to use shadow powers to extract Ghirahim from her, revealing that the black sword is in fact NOT the Sword of Demise, but rather the robed being's property [the only thing different being his appearance in a different being's hand]

as Link and Zelda rush in, the robed figure calls Zelda by the name Hylia as the robed one is unfazed by the shell, and reveals himself to be Vaati, God of the Night

he would then rush out of the temple and fly off, as disasters begin to occur, the two are spirited away by divine power

the divine power would infact be that of Ordona, God of Time who tells them [and groose, can't leave him out of this] that the hyrulean divinity has been compromised by Vaati, effectively issuing various plagues upon hyrule: the sun is gone, the oceans swallow the land, floral life grows infertile, disease infects what remains, and the dead are unkept [yes i know that's the fucking plot of god of war 3]

basically link has to go out of his way to rescue the gods from Vaati's nocturnal creations, and to find his way to them he has to scour a Citadel of Time, which in terms of progression would be like the tower in spirit tracks but minus spirit zelda hijacking the boys there

eventually however Vaati comes after Ordona and drops a big truth on Link: Ordona is his father, who had him conceived as part of Hylia's plan to bring an end to the titan Demise's insurrection, and then uses his nocturnal power to take control of Ordona, forcing him to fight link to the death

at the end of that fight Vaati forces Ordona to stop time to finish off Link, only for him to resist, and drive his own sword [named Elgis, which unlike Fi and Ghirahim, would be devoid of a soul] through his solid quartz heart in order to prevent Vaati from ruling over time itself, and after one last heart to heart with Link, would use the last of his power to ensure that his spirit is reborn again, as his clockwork body corrodes away

Vaati would then pass through a gateway as the Citadel of Time collapes with it's master gone, which Link follows through into The Lunar Citadel, which would actually be located on the moon, and at the centre of the moon would be Vaati, waiting for the final duel, which would play out in a similar manner to Demise's duel

eventually Vaati is struck down, in his final moments, he drives Ghirahim into the floor, and promises Link that he would return, in another time, in another life, and that eventually one of his reincarnations would find their way to the moon and take up Ghirahim once more, before rewarding him with a way out of his domain, back to Skyloft, before he disintegrates into stardust

what an interesting concept thank you<3

[visceralcoma]

Hilarious to see people suddenly now praising Corypheus as a villain when I distinctly remember people HATED him as a villain. Called him a lame duck and mustache twirling type of villain. And now suddenly they're praising his speech and calling it FIRE and shit? All because Elgar'nan and Ghilan'nain aren't up to their standard as a villains.

Besides it's easily explained by the fact Elgie and Ghilly were formed from spirits. Spirits that are notoriously known for being simplistic. Of course their dialogue doesn't compare to the complexities that born-corporeals can have.

Also this just adds to my head canon that Tevinter took everything the Evanuris did and perfected it. Made it more elegant, more refined. The Evanuris was the first draft, the Magisters Sidereel was a massive improvement.

And I'll bet the Executor in the next game, if we do go there, will be even more simplistic. Might even be related to the Animism beliefs of the Kossith.

[favouritequeeronthecitadel]

I feel like Veilguards biggest failing was how it didnt really hammer home just how much Solas' plan would cause an extinction level event. Like, yes everyone's worried because it would have a lot of casualties but in Inquisition it's stressed that tearing down the Veil wouldn't restore the old world as it once was, it would basically wipe out sapiant life on Thedas. I feel like that got a bit lost with Elgie and Gillie trying their much more immediately noticeable cataclysm.

It would also probably cause a spirit apocolypse too - That much Despair, Rage, and Fear from the initial survivors (and so much closer than when the Veil was up!) would likely have caused so so many spirits to change. Add to that the inevitable mage purge that would occur as they'd probably cop most of the blame(however many were even left) and it would have been 'meteor vs dinosaur'.

Cole even says in Inquisition that 'they can't be real'(paraphrased) about why Solas dumps Lavellan - she makes him consider modern Thedosians as real, as people, which would make him hesitate. If his plan was more akin to a city, or even country, levelling bomb that might not have been as much of an issue - people do horrible things to other people all the time - but an apocolypse tier event? Not so much.

Anyway I wish they'd hammered that home more because it seems like a lot of people didn't realise/ forgot.

[winterfromtevinter]

I have officially Guarded that Veil! Victoried that War! Aged them Dragons! 95 hours of gameplay later Anyway I have lots of thoughts that I'll refrain from sharing on the dash unless spoiler tagged for those of us who may not have finished playing.

I just have to say. What an adventure, and I'll truly miss my Rook after spending so much time with him. I'm already thinking of future Rooks I can run.

I do, however, have some post game Neve thoughts if a specific choice is made. Endgame Neve spoilers.

I blighted Neve and I do not regret it. Sexy Tainted Queen. Bass boosted Tainted Love in background, etc. The game seemed to maybe imply she got....untainted? When Elgy died? But eh. Not like all the Wardens suddenly became untainted.

So I would love actually to do threads about the fallout of that. And Neve possibly even undergoing the Joining. She would never typically go for the Wardens; she's too rooted in Minrathous. But if it's between Joining and dying slowly of the Blight's Rot...

Not to mention. The way she talked about it, it sounded like she probably harmed and killed people under Elgy Father's control. So joining the Grey Wardens, her seeing this as a way to Not Give up the Fight ( because one thing about my girl is she'll never give up ) and a penance for the lives she was mind-controlled into destroying. She'll miss Minrathous, miss it like another limb was amputated. But she'll be alive. And she'll still be helping people, even if it's not what she would want for herself.

I'm thinking either a Warden Rook or romanced Rook could convince her.

[yusei-tales]

Ergonia's Forest (Chapter 1)

What exactly is love?

"Ergonia," "Help me, Ergonia."

Is it really right to call that 'love'?

"Please… There's no one else I can ask… it's only you I can count on."

At the very least, that mad magician, standing there so desperately begging, must believe that’s what he’s doing. I can see everything within my own space even with my eyes closed. A blond magician stands at the threshold. In the depths of my forest, "Ergonia’s Forest," the only one who could find my home without getting lost and knock on my door is him.

"Ergonia…"

I finally open my tightly closed lips. My voice, intentionally loud enough for him to hear, is tinged with irritation. But there’s no real chill to drive him away.

"Ugh, enough already. You’re making my head pound! This is my space, my house. If you’re going to whine, do it outside!"

Then, I stomp my feet three times, thud, thud, thud, against the wooden floor as I get up from my seat. Maybe because I built this tree house myself, the resonance climbing up my legs is quite satisfying. This is a banishment spell. With three stomps, I can drive out even a king from my space.

"Ergonia, you know that doesn’t work on me. You’ll let me in anyway, so stop with the theatrics."

Except for that cheeky exception.

"A friend who only shows up when it suits him, huh?"

"…"

"You want me to save someone?"

"…"

"Do you have any idea what happens to a magician who interferes with the world? Ruining your own life is your choice, but why should I get involved? You, of all people, know why I live shut away here."

"…"

"Hey, stop staring and say something!"

A jewel glittering from his ear catches the light, swaying with my intensity. That face could have easily charmed those swayed by appearances, and his sad expression could have stirred sympathy in anyone who didn’t know him as long as I have. Long ago, I admit, I enjoyed looking at his face just because he was handsome. Maybe at first, that alone seemed like payment enough. But how long can someone live on just a handsome face? Life (though we’re not humans) is give and take. You have to bring something to the table.

"Whatever you bring, I’m not granting this favor, Laden!"

This request would risk my very existence, and there’s no reward that could equal that.

Therefore,

"I don’t care if you’re completely enamored with some human and are ready to die over it. It’s your business, not mine. Sort it out yourselves. I’m staying here, living peacefully, quietly, conducting my research. So don’t come barging into my forest!"

No involvement. I refuse to get involved this time!

"How can you say that? You haven’t even heard the story yet."

"Like it’d make a difference. Hey, hey, stop looking all pitiful. Humans die eventually, you know. That’s the natural order. It’s foolish for you to cling to it. How long have you lived, and you’re still getting hung up on this? The ‘strongest magician in the world’ has surely looked away plenty of times before."

"It’s Outh's curse."

I’m momentarily silent at the mention of that dusty, old name.

Outh? Come to think of it, I haven’t heard that name in ages. I can still hear the voice that cried, "You can do it! Why are you running away?" echoing in my ears. Is he still alive? That one was annoyingly persistent.

"What’s that fool got to do with it?"

Laden drops his gaze, letting out a shallow sigh. I know his expressions well after all these years. Whenever he has to face something unpleasant, he makes that face and looks away. It’s just one of the rules of a magician’s life in this world—a life law one inevitably learns after living long enough.

"It’s because of me."

When Daria died, he looked like this. When Elgie passed, he looked like this. When Pscheka disappeared, when Shile and Phetan were no longer of this world, when Elge, Arnoa, Jult, Unchen, Bryce, Nadam, and those whose names I’ve long forgotten faded away. During all those times, I stood by, quietly watching Laden, while Outh was always the loud one.

"You could save them! You could show them a better way! It’s nothing to you! Why do you just stand by and watch?"

What started as a plea turned into a demand, then a desperate entreaty, which transformed into reproach and resentment, eventually festering into hatred.

All because Laden possessed the ability to see “the paths ahead”—the power to know future outcomes. Among us magicians, gifted with the shards of light and time from our origin, it was an ability considered miraculous, but for some reason, he never liked it. There were a few who sided with Laden, and I was one of them.

"Quit making easy comments. If you’ve done even one thing for Laden, maybe you’d have the right to speak."

"Ergonia, you’re close to him. You don’t understand my feelings. Have you ever thought about what it’s like to see everyone go? There aren’t many left of us. Really, only a few remain."

"So what? When it’s time, it’s time."

"…That’s why I hate you. You’ll never understand."

Straightening his slouched shoulders, he turns toward me, his eyes fierce as he spits out his venomous words. For once, his voice has strength, like he’s been holding back for a long time.

"Having power but doing nothing is a sin. What’s the difference between doing nothing and not existing? You’re better off gone. You only give false hope. You might as well disappear."

A skinny figure with dark hair and a navy-blue scarf. Once, he might have looked at me with kinder eyes. Maybe I even saw him smile long ago, though it was so long ago that the memory is nearly dust.

"…Annoying brat."

A voice calls out from outside the door.

"I know. I bring bad luck."

"Good you know. But this time, I wasn’t talking about you."

"Then let me in. I’m getting tired of standing out here. It’s damp, I’m carrying something, and my arm is sore. And there are probably bugs down here, so I can’t put it down."

With a defeated tone, he finds a way in, and I finally relent. With a snap of my fingers, the person outside is suddenly inside, standing before me.

"It’s been a while, Ergonia."

The face that’s the same as it was a century, a thousand years, an eternity ago.

Holding a human corpse.

The Witch of the Forest, Ergonia. That’s my title. Who knows how long ago, I created this space apart from the world and nestled within it. It’s a dense forest with a mental barrier, so no one can enter without my permission. My beloved forest. The greatest masterpiece of my life. A waterfall, a spring, moss on the stones, the scent of wet wood after rain, and a small house nestled among it all. It’s a place anyone would dream of. I had crafted my own world, intending to live quietly and peacefully. No chance of unwanted entanglements, no unwelcome encounters.

Being called a recluse is at least tolerable. Ergonia the Witch. Ergonia the Crone. I’d go find and smack anyone who called me that.

The term 'hiding' doesn’t fit. I never ran away. Still, there are a few uninvited guests who visit. Laden is one of those rare visitors.

"One day, you’ll feel the same way I do. Then, against your own will, you’ll step out into the world." Or so someone once told me. Well, I’ll think about it if that day comes.

It felt wrong to place someone else’s body on the cold floor, so I summoned a low table and laid it down there.

In the witch’s hut deep in the forest, a calm conversation unfolds beside a corpse.

"That Pscheka’s gone, and now he’s lost it." I sip on my tea, brewed from herbs, warming me from within. "She was the only one who could understand him. That one’s such a loner."

"A loner?"

"An outsider. No friends. How can you roam the outside and not know that?"

"That, maybe, but I was just surprised to hear such words from you…"

I’m about to clench my fist in response but hold back when I see Laden’s face. Today, he looks like a drowned cat with all his spirit gone, so I don’t feel like arguing.

"A magician involving themselves in another magician’s matters is also a taboo. He’s completely lost it."

"I’m not entirely unsympathetic." His voice is calm, almost too calm, which irritates me a little.

"It’s not about understanding."

"I don’t really like my power."

"Ungrateful talk."

"It gives people hope as if something could be done, only to leave them with nothing. That’s why I hate seeing the future."

"And yet you’ve lived so long because of it."

"Would you like to take it, then?"

"Don’t waste words on something impossible."

Glancing at the body on the table, I ask,

"Do you love her?"

"You know, I’m not one for such emotions. I’ve always avoided entangling myself in anything. I dodged the idea of being loved by anyone and was determined never to love anyone. But now…"

The quiet whisper resonates in the peaceful hut.

"But that kid. They said they fell in love with me at first sight. They said they liked me from the moment we met."

"Huh, intrigued all of a sudden? When you didn’t even spare a glance when a princess from a country proposed to you that way?"

"Maybe."

Seeing how nonchalant they were about it, I furrowed my brow slightly, bothered by the smugness in their expression. I lifted my head slightly, meeting their eyes for a moment before looking down again.

"I thought it would end after meeting just once. But somehow, it's been one year, two years, and now almost ten."

No matter what the real story behind it was, it seems complicated.

"I should've separated us. But I couldn't. I just couldn't bring myself to do it."

Though they spoke as if it were no big deal, I could see their face slightly twist in pain. The cloak they wore slipped from their shoulders, falling down.

"I didn't know what to do."

I gave them a look of disdain, then placed the teacup I was holding down on the table between us.

This masterpiece of mine, made from the wood of a tree trunk, was something I usually only brought out when guests were visiting. I wondered if they even noticed. I could tell they weren't paying attention to such details.

But I had a promise to make now.

"Remember the time when Unchen was disposed of? We barely took him down with Periya, Kanoff, and Reltibe's forces combined. They were good guys, but now they're all gone. When you lose your mind, no one can stop you. So no matter what, you can't lose control. You can't go mad."

"If you're talking about being the strongest, then I don't need to be in the position of being the strongest."

With a soft sigh, Laden weakly smiled.

The fire crackled in the hearth, casting a yellowish glow on their face, casting shadows that grew sharper in the light.

I am Ergonia, a fragment of the god of light. I know that everything has two sides, light and darkness.

Laden is afraid of facing the future. Once he knows what it holds, he fears being frozen by it, trapped in an inescapable despair. Because of this, he doesn't often use his abilities.

It wasn’t always like this for him.

Though I can’t speak for him, I know there was a time when Laden tried. He once believed that having such powers meant he could change things, so he rolled up his sleeves, traveled, and threw himself into one challenge after another.

But he failed, and failed, and failed again. In the end, he lost all confidence in his ability to change anything. And here we are, the so-called the "strongest" magicians, and yet magic has proven itself to be quite useless.

But in my view, the meaning of having this power isn't much. Even if we use it as we wish and vanish as we please, no one can stop us.

After all, aren’t we fragments of the gods?

We are but remnants of a god’s will, cast aside, chosen ones—how you see it is up to you. But from my long experience, I know we merely exist.

Those who think they have a mission or believe they can change things with their powers—they're the ones who either fade away into the world or are hunted by their fellow magicians.

So by now, after such a long time, the ones who know how to stay under the radar, or the ones who are suited to survive, should have remained (I am one of the prior; Laden is the latter). So why is Outh, who used to stay out of trouble, suddenly picking fights now?

Among magicians, there’s an unspoken rule: we cannot use our powers to threaten the world or harm other magicians. If either happens, other magicians can intervene, taking sides and rejecting the other.

When this happens, one side is usually destroyed completely.

"Does Outh really want to die?" I muttered.

Laden, despite his calm appearance, is the strongest magician. Anyone who tries to mess with someone who can see the future is essentially courting death.

I know, because I witnessed it myself. There’s no scenario where Laden loses.

I still remember Laden, standing there, lost and hollow, holding onto the fragments of the broken pieces of our kind. They grew "mad" for a reason I no longer recall.

A vast field, now an empty wasteland, the sand blowing away in the wind, no life left, except for Laden standing there. In his hand, a translucent, thin shard of glass, gleaming in the last colors of its fading light.

As the shard slipped from his hand, Laden watched it with a distant, almost resigned expression, before whispering something under his breath.

I don’t know what he said, but it was probably a prayer or an apology. After all, despite fighting until the end, the future-seeing magician’s heart is something I can’t understand, nor do I particularly want to. My mind is already tangled with more pressing matters.

Laden might be an interesting subject for research to someone, but I'm not idle enough to study him. The world is full of far more interesting things.

"Ergonia, I can forgive a curse that's cast on me."

"Is that so? Well, you'd probably dodge it anyway, wouldn't you?"

"But this isn’t just a curse. This is pure spite."

"In that case, what? Are you planning to fight back?"

"If we fight, I’ll win. That much is certain."

Laden muttered this softly, then interlocked his fingers and pressed them against his forehead. He closed his eyes for a moment before opening them again with a slightly more serious gaze.

"So, what I’m asking now is whether it’s alright to do this. Whether it's okay to go down this path."

His voice was unusually subdued, the playful light in his eyes briefly dimming, replaced by an almost fox-like intensity. Ah, it's been a long time since I’ve seen him genuinely angry.

"I’m really tired. Running away, pretending I don’t care. I’ve held it all in because I thought Outh might have reason to hate me. But do you really think killing Outh will break the curse?"

"Wait, wait. Hold on a second. I haven't heard anything clearly yet. I get that Outh cursed you, but what does that mean? What are you saying?"

"I’m not the one he cursed. I know how to break Outh's curse, but if it was cast on me, I’d probably let him hit me once or twice. Pscheka was a good person, after all."

With a deep breath, Laden continues.

"I’ve never been at peace with what happened, either."

So the curse must’ve been cast on that woman over there, lying on the low table. I gesture toward her, and Laden responds.

"Yes. Because it seemed like we were getting along, Outh cursed her…Linne. She suddenly collapsed while talking to me, stopped breathing, and her body’s growing cold. She’s definitely dead by now. But I couldn’t leave her like this. I brought her here, hoping that you, with all your research, might find a way…"

It was a clever move. No matter what Outh did, he couldn't directly harm Laden. But what does he hope to gain from this?

It seems like Outh lost everything, but now he’s bitterly watching as Laden grows close to Linne. Does he want to take her from him, out of spite?

Well, it’s not the first time a magician has gone mad. And nothing makes a magician more mad than love.

I give a little nod and, placing the teaspoon down with a sharp "ting" on the empty teacup, speak up.

"Well, theoretically, if you kill a magician, the magic effect disappears, right? If I die, this forest would disappear. Remember Thelthea? After he died, his healing spells vanished, and so all those who lost limbs and were disfigured suffered."

"Ha ha."

"Does that make you laugh?" I scowl, shooting a glare at Laden. If he really goes mad, I’m not sure if this is just a joke anymore.

"No…I just find it a bit pathetic. I’m called the strongest magician, and yet now I’m thinking of doing nothing more than harming others?"

Laden says this with a slightly regretful expression before quickly returning to his usual neutral face, speaking in the same detached tone he uses when discussing trivial things.

"But if I can save Linne, I don’t care what happens."

What should we do with these magicians.

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India Pressure Cooker Market Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecasts 2023-2030

The India Pressure Cooker market has witnessed a fascinating trajectory, deeply embedded in the culinary culture of the country. This essential kitchen appliance has transcended its functional utility to become an emblematic fixture in Indian households. From the bustling streets of Delhi to the serene villages of Kerala, the pressure cooker stands as a symbol of efficiency and convenience.

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Who are the largest manufacturers of the India Pressure Cooker Market worldwide?

Hawkins Cookers Limited

TTK Prestige Limited

Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited

Bajaj Electricals Limited

Stovekraft Limited

Vinod Cookware

Wonderchef Home Appliances Pvt. Ltd.

Elgi Ultra PVT LTD

Sunflame Enterprises Private Limited

Preethi Kitchen Appliances Pvt. Ltd.

Jaipan Industries Limited

United Metalik Private Limited

Bergner Group

Stahl Kitchens

Hamilton Housewares Pvt. Ltd.

In the diverse tapestry of Indian cuisine, where flavors dance with complexity, the pressure cooker emerges as a stalwart companion. Its significance goes beyond the mundane act of cooking; it represents a seamless fusion of tradition and modernity. The rhythmic hiss of steam escaping the pressure cooker has become a reassuring melody, echoing across the kitchens of millions.

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The Indian market for pressure cookers is not a mere aggregation of products but a reflection of the diverse preferences and culinary practices that span the length and breadth of the nation. From the compact kitchens of urban apartments to the sprawling setups in rural households, pressure cookers have found their place, adapting to the unique needs of each setting.

This market is not just about metal vessels and rubber gaskets; it’s a testament to innovation. As the demands of the modern consumer evolve, pressure cookers have metamorphosed into sophisticated appliances equipped with advanced features. Digital controls, safety mechanisms, and energy-efficient designs are seamlessly integrated into these culinary workhorses, ensuring they keep pace with the dynamic lifestyle of today’s Indian consumer.

Moreover, the market has seen a surge in eco-conscious designs, with manufacturers increasingly focusing on sustainability. Materials are carefully chosen, and production processes are streamlined to minimize environmental impact. This reflects a growing awareness among both manufacturers and consumers about the need for responsible and sustainable practices.

The India Pressure Cooker market is not just about meeting functional needs; it is a vibrant ecosystem where tradition meets innovation, where utility meets aesthetics. From the aromatic biryanis of Lucknow to the spicy curries of Chennai, pressure cookers have become an integral part of the gastronomic narrative, shaping the way India cooks and savors its diverse culinary delights. In the heart of this market, lies not just an appliance, but a cultural artifact that binds generations, bridging the gap between tradition and modernity in the Indian kitchen.

India Pressure Cooker market is estimated to reach $611.3 Million by 2031; growing at a CAGR of 8.9% from 2024 to 2031.

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28/05/24 - suho

Good morning!!!!!

Wasn’t yesterday’s concert fun???!!!!

Ah, I slept for 24 hours😅

Today’s Tuesday?

😇

Ah, today’s Saturday?

Was the concert a dream?

ㅋㅋI was thinking if I posted something fun/ny on bubble/instagram, it would go daebak, I was thinking about Junmyeon!

Butㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

I know

That you’re always thinking of me..

Ah, tmi, I didn’t say this

The MV jackets

While filming the drama, it’s been a while

I changed my hair

I didn’t want to show you

As a surprise

Spraying my hair black every day

I did it like this the 13th anniversary too

I even sprayed it black for the EXO fanmeeting too ㅋㅋㅋ

I grew my hair for a year for this..

My hair was like this for the MCP presscon and the MBN newsroom appearance too

ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

😂

Ofc it was all covered up during the drama filming 😂

Anyway, that’s how it was

Everyone didn’t say a thing

Do you think I’m 2 people [at once]..

If you look at the pics from the fanmeet

The inside

You can see itㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Is that just the light reflecting

Was what you thought

ㅋㅋAnyway, I was happy these 2 days, and I’m happy

Thanks to Elgie

Thank you

Album activities are fun (cutely)

And still doing the dramaㅋㅋ

Ah is SUHO really a twin?

Nonsense..,

😂

I’m actually triplets

Kim Junmyeon (면) Kim Junseon (선) Kim Junjeom (점)*

One acts

One does music

One is unemployed

Fan communication on insta+taking care of friends and social life

🤣

Album activities are fun and i’m going to go around the world

Everyone wait

Korean exols wait too🫡

And i’ll come to bubble often

I will

It was like this because of the concert

Because of the drama too🥲

But that’s an excuse

Kim Junjeom!!!!!!!

Unemployed punk (dialect)

Have a good day

I love you~

😘

🥕

*play on his new album name

source in desc

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Common Signs of Air Compressor Wear and Tear: When to Perform Maintenance

Maintenance plays a vital role in the effective and efficient running of a compressor. If you don’t service the compressor at the specified intervals, the components will wear and tear quickly, leading to unexpected breakdowns.  

Here we will look at the common indications of wear and tear in an air compressor that should not be neglected. If you notice any of these in your compressor, maintenance is in order.  

Air leak: Worn-out or damaged hoses, joints, connectors, or fittings are the root cause of air leaks. Arresting the air leakages then and there will ensure the compressor works efficiently and that energy is saved. 

Low outlet air pressure: If the compressor's output pressure is lower than usual, the internal parts may get worn-out or damaged. Operating a compressor in such a condition can prove hazardous. 

Reduction in airflow: When rotors and seals are worn out, there is a reduction in the airflow of a compressor. Running the compressor continuously without identifying the root cause can lead to a major breakdown. 

Warning alerts: The controller continuously monitors the compressor’s parameters and shares updates/ alerts in case of any deviation. These alerts should not be ignored, and immediate action must be taken to avoid major failures. 

Decreased efficiency: Wear and tear in the compressor directly hampers its efficiency. If you happen to notice a drop in the efficiency, examine your compressor components closely. 

Excess power consumption: The compressor will consume excess power if the valve kits are worn out, or the filter and separator element face obstruction. Adhere to the maintenance schedule and replace the parts on time to avoid excess power consumption. 

Drop in oil Pressure: If there is a drop in oil pressure, do not ignore it. This may indicate issues with the filter or damaged internal components. 

Abnormal noise: An unusual sound that is not associated with the compressor system could be a sign of damaged or worn-out parts. When you notice such a sound from your compressor, shut it down immediately. Then, get it checked thoroughly to identify the cause. 

Overheating: Compressors are designed to run at specific temperatures. Excessive friction of internal components, improper lubricants, or low lubricant levels increase the running temperature of the compressor. Operating the compressor at a higher temperature will cause damage to the rubber components, seals, and gaskets. 

Oil Contamination: When the internal components undergo wear and tear, the metallic particles may get mixed with compressor oil. This will lead to a complete system failure. That is why you must check the quality of the oil at regular intervals as recommended and change the oil if required. 

Frequent tripping: If the compressor trips frequently, it’s a warning that a part of the system malfunctioning. This may be due to the gradual deterioration of components. 

Excess vibration: Excess vibration is an indication of improper mounting or misalignments. This should be repaired immediately to avoid further wear and tear.

Oil carryover: Oil can contaminate compressed air systems when there is an issue with the oil separator. When oil carried over the air gets contaminated, it causes damage to the downstream equipment.

Therefore, to ensure optimum efficiency, a compressor should be continuously monitored. Maintain a logbook and keep track of when a replacement or service is due.  

In a nutshell, one must always use genuine spare parts and adhere to the service schedules to achieve the desired longevity of the components. Any wear and tear should be given immediate attention to prevent major breakdowns. 

As most of the system failures happen due to lack of maintenance, this is a crucial step to ensure the compressor continues to work efficiently. 

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Portable air compressor

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A Comprehensive Guide to PAINT SPRAY GUN

About Paint Spray Gun

A spray gun is a device that uses air pressure to evenly distribute paint or varnish onto a surface. It can be used on a wide range of materials, including metal, wood, stone, ceramic, porcelain, plastic, glass, and textiles.

Working principle

Types

The three main types of spray guns are : airless, pneumatic, and HVLP (high-volume, low-pressure).

Airless paint sprayers

Paint sprayers are popular tools among both DIY enthusiasts and professionals in the home improvement industry due to their efficiency and ability to cover large areas quickly. Free paint sprayers, which utilize a suction tube to draw paint from a pot, are particularly effective for larger projects where speed and coverage are essential.

Pneumatic paint sprayers

Air pressure pistols, commonly referred to as spray guns, utilize compressed air from an air compressor to atomize paint into a fine mist or aerosol. This method allows for an even and controlled application of paint, making it ideal for various projects, including interior painting and finishing work. The ability to create a fog-like spray enables users to cover large areas quickly and achieve a smooth, professional finish.

HVLP Spray gun

HVLP sprayers are indeed gaining popularity due to their ability to produce a finer spray pattern while operating at lower pressure. This characteristic makes them particularly suitable for detailed work and applications on intricate surfaces, such as furniture, cabinetry, and crafts.

Airless paint sprayers are perfect for large-scale projects like painting interior and exterior walls.

HVLP sprayers excel at detailed work, making them ideal for cabinets, furniture, and precision tasks. However, their slower speed and need for frequent cup refills make them less suitable for larger jobs.

Compressed air systems are highly effective for painting metals, particularly in the automotive industry.

Primer?

Primers are essential in the painting process as they enhance the adhesion of paint to various surfaces, ensuring a smoother finish and improving the longevity of the paint job. Additionally, primers can help seal porous surfaces, prevent stains from bleeding through, and provide a uniform base for the topcoat.

Base coat?

A base coat serves several important functions in the painting process. It not only provides a smooth surface for the topcoat but also improves adhesion, ensuring that the finish coat adheres properly and lasts longer. Additionally, base coats can help to block stains and prevent them from bleeding through the topcoat, which is particularly useful when painting over surfaces with existing discoloration. The choice of base coat can significantly impact the final appearance and durability of the paint job.

Clear coat?

A clear coat serves as a protective layer over the color coat and primer in automotive and other painting applications. Its primary function is to shield the underlying layers from various environmental factors, including UV rays, oxidation, acid rain, road salt, and pollutants like bird droppings.

Solution for Paint Spray Gun

ATS ELGI offers SPRAY GUN for Primer painting, Base coat and Clear coat.

Primer Gravity Gun – 1.8mm GTI PROLite Gravity Gun – 1.3mm GTI PROLite Gravity Gun – 1.4mm