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RetroCon 2024

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File: Criminal Minds masterlist

Last Reviewed: 10/01/2024

Originally posted by tinywolfcoffee

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S. Reid

Pendulum

Claire knew she was different; in fact, it was one of the first things she really had to learn. Before that though, she simply thought the people she interacted with where disproportionally stupid. It was only after she realized she unnerved those around her, setting off alarms of warning of preservation, did she realize how special she was. Comparatively, it took Spencer Reid 1.39 seconds. (alternatively named 100 days of Claire)

prologue -Here! The Labrynth -Coming Soon! The Mirror -To Be Determined

United In Grief

How long can two hurting people hold on with only love keeping them together?

Late Night Concessions

Someone broke into your place; it was just past midnight and the rain was near deafening, but you were sure that was the sound of your front door window being shattered. With your phone on silent and Spencer’s number already dialed, you can only hope they’re here for your purse and tv and not the hiding girl beneath the bed.

Re-Run Special

Spencer finds love with a genius hedonistic girl who turns his world upside down, but their clash of personalities can leave him feeling a little left behind.

Play Your Cards Right

Y/n always loved Yu-Gi-Oh. From watching the show as a kid to trading and playing the card game, it’s always been a part of her life-- she should have known her boyfriend would try to learn it for her.

Coffee, My Secret Admirer

He had been wanting to try out the coffee shop on west and third for a while now, and he finally had the chance. He never thought he’d be caught up in a romance when a beautiful girl hopped over the counter and took his order, nor did he think they’d turn into not-so-secret admirers of one another.

Scale of Mental Stability

When a string of murders pick off where a long-arrested serial killer left off, the FBI’s first stop is the children of the cursed family. The problem? The only person who hates the man more than the son they arrested, is the daughter who’s out for blood.

My Hermes (Sending Me Letters From Above)

A coincidental meeting years ago leaves Spencer enthralled by a voice heard in the most unfortunate of circumstances. Y/n couldn't forget the man who gave her the best gift of all, the phone call of a lifetime.

The Seven Stages Of Loving You

A seven part series where Spencer falls in love with the BAU’s CI, or, Spencer finds out just how hard it is to build a future with someone constantly attacked by their past.

Absquatulate

Years had passed. Cases opened and closed, books were written and sold, the world spun and spun until... until it didn’t. The world kept moving until three am on Halloween night-- six shots of whiskey deep-- the world crashed down. 

A. Hotch

Last Man Standing

No matter what it takes, even as bodies fall all around him and blood paints the streets, he will come home to you.

Just Like The Movies

It was a rare sight even before what will henceforth be known only as 'the incident' for Aarons smile to stretch so wide his eyes crinkled in a boyish manner that everyone believed was lost to time. It must have been a miracle.

The Egg Crusher

Serial killers in their own backyard had a tendency to start fires within the team that burn hotter than usual; one targeting pregnant women was practically begging them to shut him down. Aaron had begged her to take off work and finally start maternity leave. The worst part was she listened; the constant messages to his work email that set of ‘nesting’ alarms in his head had him convinced she had dived head first into it. Then he gets one signed off with the hidden moniker used when one of them gets themselves in trouble.

D. Morgan

Where You Go (I Wanna Go With You)

Derek always believed the job came first; complete the mission however he needed to for the case to close and the rest was simply collateral damage. Even now, when all is said and done, he couldn't say when his priorities shifted.

Where You Go (I Go)

Derek knew what it meant to be a great soldier. He knew how to follow all the rules and take initiative when appropriate; he’d learned these things as a means of survival. Even if the country he serves has dwindled down to one person, he knows to do everything in his power to get to her till his dying breath. (a part two)

Domesticated

The people at work tried to be more encouraging than envious when her boyfriend insists on driving her to and from work some random Tuesday. The imposing figure the man struck was intimidating, yet they all called him her ‘doberman puppy’.

J. Gideon

The Heart

He thought he'd lost it forever; for years it had been pegged as just another thing the horrors of his profession had stolen from him, a risk his mind simply wouldn't allow him to take. He should have known the brain had no power over matters of the heart.

E. Prentiss

Dancing With The Stars

Maybe in another world, when Emily crossed the dimly lit ballroom with a cutting smile and wandering hand, she did it without the mic in her ear.

E. Greenway

Comfort, Come Forth, King Forge

It was a dangerous field; that was all anyone ever said- you're a small girl, they'll eat you alive. For years after the academy she was always a girl first agent second; then she met her.

D. Rossi

Bella, Ciao

He may have chosen the wild life, but his heart remained every faithful in her hands.

These Trembling Hands

He thought it might be over; similar fates have happened to men far more successful than he. A mission gone wrong and they're sent to recovery, a mandates psych eval that already is stamped 'denied' to send him into retirement. He never thought he'd last this long in the first place, and if the pretty psychiatrist was his parting present he'd be a fool to look the gifted horse in the eye.

P. Garcia

Something Lost, Something Gained

It was a gilded reassignment that brought the new liaison to the team; she was, perhaps, the only agent who loathed the idea of being tacked on to the BAU's list of revolving-door members. The Cyber Response Unit had been home ever since the academy, but a single misstep had started the spiral towards madness, better known as the Behavioral Analysis Unit. Hopefully there would be someone on the team that wouldn't inherently know every little secret which had been carefully tucked away.

[crippl-hacker]

Let's review the manifesto for Cripple Punk again! [Addressing the discourse]

With all of the discourse I see about who is/can identify with Cripple Punk or Cpunk I think it's time to take some time to reaffirm the basics and take some time to shine a spotlight on the Madpunk movement.

You can find the original manifesto here but I copied it down below

principles of cripple punk: -cripple punk is exclusively by the physically disabled for the physically disabled -cripple punk is about solidarity & is open to all physically disabled people -cripple punk rejects pity, inspiration porn, & all other forms of ableism

-cripple punk rejects the “good cripple” mythos. cripple punk is here for the bitter cripple, the uninspirational cripple, the smoking cripple, the drinking cripple, the addict cripple, the cripple who hasn’t “tried everything”

-cripple punk fights internalized ableism & fully supports those struggling  with it

-cripple punk respects intersections of race, culture, gender, sexual/romantic orientation, size, intersex status, mental illness/neuroatypical status, survivor status, etc.

-cripple punk recognizes that there is no one universal disabled experience

-cripple punk does not pander to the able bodied

———————— other rules:

-cripple punk is not conditional on things like mobility aids & “functioning levels”

-always listen to those w/ different physical disabilities & different intersections than yourself. do not speak over them

-disabled people do not need to personally identify w/ the words “cripple” or “punk” individually to be a part of cripple punk

-able bodied people wishing to spread the message may only ever amplify the voices of the disabled

-able bodied people may never use uncensored slurs themselves but never censor our language

-able bodied people must always tag things like reblogs with “i’m able bodied”

-physically disabled people wanting to be a part of the movement who are uncomfortable using the slur may refer to it as “cpunk”

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The thing is that there *is* an intersection between mental disabilities and physical disabilities but they are very different in my personal experience. That doesn't mean that one is worse than the other; just that their experiences are very different.

As someone who struggled as an adolescent with Ulcerative Colitis then spent my teenage years struggling with Treatment Resistant Depression, General Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and Bipolar Type 2, followed by my twenties being taken over from having to deal with Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder and GI issues again I have experience with both sides of the coin.

As a teenager my mental disabilities ruined my life. I struggled with motivation, suicidal ideation, hygiene, classwork and more. I found it hard to get out of bed most days. I struggled with insomnia. I failed half my classes freshman year due to undiagnosed depression. I cannot go to some places due to the loud noises, bright lights, and more that cause sensory issues.

What I have found to be useful for my mental disabilities is Madpunk. It actually talks about ways to cope with my mental issues and solutions. It talks about the negative and positive impacts of psychiatry.

However dealing with my physical disabilities is a completely different game. I have to think about whether public events will be accessible to me if I am using my rollator or a wheelchair. I get harassed by strangers for having a disability placard. I have to gauge my stamina and weigh the cost/benefits of going shopping. I am constantly using the bathroom - missing class time. Some days I cannot physically move out of my bed due to the amount of pain I am in. It can take me days to recover if I push myself past my limits. Sometimes my knees give out on me and I collapse.

Both my mental illness and physical illness have left me bed bound before - but the experiences are completely different. The treatment for mental and physical disabilities are different. The overlap of having a physical disability and then getting a mental disability is very common.

The cripple punk movement accepts the intersection between physical disability and mental disabilities. The definition of able-bodied is not having a physical disability. But if you only have mental disabilities and are able bodied there is space for you in the Madpunk movement. Mental Disabilities can be just as debilitating as Physical Disabilities - that is not in question. Just please don't be trying to take up space in a movement where we want to focus on our physical disabilities.

The Madpunk movement is under recognized and more people should help join in and further their cause. There is so much good discussion happening there - please go check it out! Talk about your personal experiences and help develop more theory.

The end message is that all disabled people are harmed by our current system. There should be more accommodations for mental disabilities. We need to focus on uplifting all of us rather than fighting each other and missing the real enemy.

[sunnydaleherald]

The Sunnydale Herald Newsletter, Tuesday, May 7

Riley: “Well, hey! Willow – and Xander, right? Jeez, what are the chances, huh? Yeah, I was just passing by when I thought I heard people inside.” Willow: “Passing by in your GI Joe outfit?” Buffy: “No offence, but you do look wicked conspicuous.” Riley: “I do? But it’s... – Paintball! Yeah, I was playing paintball. And then the aftershocks...” Xander: “So you’re one of the commando guys, huh?” Riley: Oh, no, no, no, no. Commando? No, I mean... (Notices Spike) Don’t I know you?” Spike: “Me? (Affecting a bad Texan accent) No. No, sir. I’m just an old pal of Xander’s here.” Riley: “Oh. That’s nice.”

~~Buffy Episode #67: "Doomed"~~

[Drabbles & Short Fiction]

Bright New World (Connor, G) by CoffeeHunt

If Only (Buffy/Spike, T) by Gabby

In Harmony (Buffy/Spike, M) by Desicat

He Brought Flowers (Buffy/Spike, T) by Lilacsandorangeblossoms

[Chaptered Fiction]

In the Company of Witches and Slayers Ch. 26/100 (Willow/Tara, E) by VladimirHarkonnen (TheLightdancer)

From Dancing to Dating Ch. 3/4 (Jenny/Giles, T) by Bobbie23

A Long Time Coming Ch. 11 (Xander/Dawn, E) by wnelson001

I hate the way Ch. 6 (Buffy/Giles, E) by DancingAngel0013

hit rewind Ch. 53 (Buffy/Spike, E) by untiljanuary

Angel Doesn’t Know Ch. 5 (Buffy/Spike, E) by My_Barbaric_Yawp

Lightning in a Bottle, Chapter 4 (Buffy/Spike, T) by violettathepiratequeen

Something Lingers, Chapter 9 (Buffy/Spike, E) by goodbyetoyou

Hand in Flightless Hand, Chapter 7 (Buffy/Spike, E) by tragic

A Ripple In Time, Chapter 22 (Buffy/Spike, E) by CheekyKitten

Maclay Down, Chapter 4 (Buffy/Spike, E) by Soulburnt

The Neighbor's Point of View, Chapter 102 (Buffy/Spike, G) by the_big_bad

Because the Night, Chapter 5 (Buffy/Spike, E) by CheekyKitten

Rise of the Wolf Queen, Chapter 1-2 (Buffy/Spike, E) by DaniellaWidget

Bathroom Wall, Chapter 5 (Buffy/Spike, E) by hulettwyo

The Kitten That Killed Slayers, Chapter 1-2 (Buffy/Spike, T) by Desicat

Early One Morning , Chapter 39 (Buffy/Spike, E) by all choseny

Coming Through, Chapter 62 (Buffy/Spike, E) by hulettwyo

Good Girl Gone Bad, Chapter 1 (Buffy/Spike, E) by Maxine Eden

Dawn Rising Ch, 62 (Buffy, T, LotR xover) by Luna

[Images, Audio & Video]

Artwork:Riley and Spike by MadeInGold

Artwork:Spike & Dusk by isevery0nehereverystoned

Artwork:Buffy & Spike by https://www.tumblr.com/elysianfieldsarchive/749843730148868096?source=share

Artwork:it’s slay or be slayed out here by goldfish-inhaler

Video: Buffy + Spike - I Believe in a Thing Called Love by Buffy + Spike - I Believe in a Thing Called Love

Video: Faith Lehane x Good Luck, Babe by lesbianboyfriend

[Reviews & Recaps]

I’m So Evil, And Skanky, And I Think I’m Kinda Gay (Bad Girls) by herinsectreflection

PODCAST: HELLMOUTH HOMOS: Goodbye Iowa by Fear Queers

[Fandom Discussions]

Giles asks Buffy if she’s spoken to Dawn about the incident on Halloween by nicnacsnonsense

I think Willow’s suggestion to use a spell to erase Buffy’s memories of Heaven would have actually been a good idea, if she had just first asked Buffy if she wanted that. by nicnacsnonsense

Honestly, I feel so bad for Dawnie. by nicnacsnonsense

What the heck was Giles thinking during the summer between s5 & s6? by nicnacsnonsense

Wait, no, let’s go back to Anya’s Spiderman suggestion, I think she’s onto something with that. by nicnacsnonsense

I ultimately find Ben a very uninteresting character by nicnacsnonsense

On episode 6x3 by nicnacsnonsense

Another thing about watching how good Dawn is with Buffy by nicnacsnonsense

I forgot that Buffy blows Giles off about going over the bills together by nicnacsnonsense

You know, thinking about it, it’s kind of weird that Willow and Tara were the ones to move in by nicnacsnonsense

So what I’ve heard about the Trio by nicnacsnonsense

Buffy is working in the magic shop by nicnacsnonsense

One problem that s6 has by nicnacsnonsense

It’s a good thing the Halloween episode had Buffy foisting the parenting of Dawn off on Giles because otherwise ... by nicnacsnonsense

Something about how right after Buffy was resurrected Dawn & Spike were the only ones who knew how to treat her gently by nicnacsnonsense

Sweet deciding to waive the Queen clause by nicnacsnonsense

I for sure remember being so excited the first time I watch Once More, With Feeling by nicnacsnonsense

The ritual stops when Dawn’s blood stops flowing, right? by nicnacsnonsense

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it always gets me by moistvonlipwig

arent angel and spike btvs canonically like. an 18th century irishman and a 19th century briton. by tauremornalome

Maybe not the worst plot point on Buffy the Vampire Slayer but one that has stuck with me by quasi-normalcy

Made a list of some various ways in which Kendra could have continued to appear in the show after Faith. by coraniaid

just watched AtS 3x01, "Heartthrob" by misskittyspuffy

riley is legit like "buffy isnt giving me enough love and attention bc shes too busy with her sickly mother" by leechjam

spike literally foreshadowing his future relationship with buffy in s5e10 by leechjam

I like how Spike is a source of strange comfort by breezybeej

had the thought "if the slayer lineage started in africa, how did the watchers council in england come to be in charge of everything" by leechjam

Looking for a spuffy fic! by oohlordhealthisbike

why the fuck arent they using Fire magic in fights against Vampires. by abadbadbrujah

One of the things I love about Buffy the Vampire Slayer by isagrimorie

so there’s a scene in Something Blue by tana-draws

wesley and willow were truly wonderful executions of teacher's pets. by justafriendofxanders

Top 5 bangel moments that make you scream cry and throw up. by sulietsexual

I still don’t understand how resurrecting Buffy made her Thee Slayer by theredpharaoah

Buffy and Riley Imploding?? by sftwolfstar

I love that Spike just doesn’t seem to give a shit about sunlight. by breezybeej

I really want to note how much early S3 establishes the issues that are going to drive Buffy’s long breakdown in seasons 6 and 7. by inconsistentlywrittensoul

Drusilla and Oz by thedeathscar

drawing/explanation of buffy and/or dawn summers scars/design? by pzyii

Maybe today I am thinking about Giles by hal-1500

I can’t believe there are humans walking this earth that watch seven seasons of Buffy being crushed under the weight of the literal world by raisedbythetv89

a helpful reminder for any Tara Maclay meta or fanfic by lightdancer1

I will also note re: Tara and her darker side by lightdancer1

That also said: by lightdancer1

I think I would have enjoyed watching the s5 Fred plotline swap Wes and Gunn’s places. by justafriendofxanders

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Question about vampires! by Moptop

how they dressed by silvermoon72

Wishlist: Pairings on BTVS/AtS We Needed More Of? by Multiple Authors

What If: Wesley arrived earlier? by xxstaindrosesxx

What If: Angelus had bitten Jenny? by xxstaindrosesxx

What are some times Angel was nice to or helped Lorne? by The Whirlwind

Aside from Buffy Giles Riley and Wood, who dusted their first vampire? by Hepcat10

Holtz death scene by Frosty-Inevitable657

Buffy: "I had you to bring me back" by Moonycoves

Which Buffyverse characters fit this? by Monkeys_Racehorse

Buffy connection by Flimsy_Reveal4399

This gets me every time. by ahawk90347

Not a fan of the Slayer origin story by brwitch

What is the best one liner from the show? Go... by Prestigious_Donut905

I just finished watching the show for the first time. I'm so depressed by Ordinary-Gal

Sunnydale residents not acknowledging the supernatural actually fits in the Buffyverse by ginime_

What's going through Spikes mind in this scene? by sushibananawater

Better physicist: Winifred Burkle or Sheldon Cooper? by TeddyKGB1

What if Adam succeeded in changing Riley? by albus_thunderdore

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Wonka (2023) Review

Anyone doubting Chalamet's singing abilities need look no further than his Tiny Horse skit on SNL from 2 years ago. All I'll say is you're welcome!

Plot: With dreams of opening a shop in a city renowned for its chocolate, a young and poor Willy Wonka discovers that the industry is run by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers.

Everyone scratched their heads upon the announcement that young Hollywood heartthrob Timothee Chalament was cast as the famous Roald Dahl chocolatier. Then when the trailer was released it did not instill much confidence either. Something was jarring about witnessing the usually brooding and stoic Dune/Call Me by Your Name actor acting quirky and silly. Comparisons to Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp were of course inevitable as this is the third attempt at adapting Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory children's book, so would Chalamet simply be attempting to portray a cheap knock-off of his predecessors, and what if Timmy simply lacks the Whimsy to play the silly little guy?

Turns out we had nothing to worry about, especially as we seem to have all forgotten that Wonka's directed by Paul King. You know, the guy behind those sweet Paddington films. Those movies are simply the most delightful and innocently sweet little things, featuring universal themes of kindness and embracing new things, featuring genuine laughs, moments that could make you cry, and an overall homage to recent and classic films. Less one forgets that Paddington 2 also holds the endorsement of no other than Nicolas Cage within The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent which goes out of its way to name-drop Paddington 2 and turns it into a running gag that helps members of the cast bond. With Wonka Paul King's magic feels right at home, as he delivers a warm old-fashioned musical extravaganza, that has the innocence and silliness of the Paddington films, mixed with the darker undertones from the Roald Dahl's classic.

Speaking of the musical aspect, the songs in this film are actually really lovely. Naturally, you have the returning remixes of 'Oompa Loompa' and 'Pure Imagination', but the new tracks are truly delightful, with Timothee Chalamet's singing on point, and the melodies very old-school, basking in their simplicity yet accompanying the capriciousness of the movie perfectly. The production design is great, with lots of colours that pop that should provide enough visual candy for the kids going to the movies this holiday season. The costumes also stood out, and I loved how Wonka's suit was an amalgamation of Wilder's and Depp's outfits. What shocks me is that the costume designer here Limmy Hemming is the same one behind Nolan's The Dark Knight. Such different looks, but then again if you change Willy's jacket from red to purple there are similarities to the Joker outfit...

In regards to Chalamet's Wonka - he's solid. Would a different actor maybe have been a better choice? Probably, however, Timothee manages to deliver a high level of quirk through his enunciation and movements, with his Wonka innocent to a fault, and morally pure. The supporting cast is full of comedians who take turns stealing scenes. Hugh Grant's Oompa Loompa is an uncanny highlight that takes a while to appear and is absolutely worth the wait. Paterson Joseph excels at playing a full-on pantomime villain complimented by Matt Lucas and Matthew Baynton to make for a delightfully evil trio. An entertaining pairing of Olivia Colman and Tom Davis results for an awkward yet at times hilarious double-act, and amusing yet under-used turns from Keegan Michael-Key and Rowan Atkinson leave you wanting more.

Wonka is an easily digestible and polished family movie for the holiday season that is a rare example of a prequel that justifies its existence. I would say that the comedy doesn't always land and felt as if Paul King and the team were held a bit back with how absurd they were willing to go. I don't know, it feels like putting Mr. Bean and a runaway giraffe together in a church could have led to wilder results than what we are ultimately given. Maybe it's remembering Tim Burton's brand of humour that felt more satirical than this fairly tame Wonka. I'm aware many audiences have mixed opinions on the Tim Burton Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, however myself and my fiancee watched it a few months back and found it to be absolutely hilarious! Also, Christopher Lee as a despicable angry dentist who hates chocolate was just *chef's kiss*. As for Wonka? Well, everyone needs a little willy in their life... I'm of course talking about the movie and nothing else!

Overall score: 7/10

[flowergirlmiwa]

Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG set analysis #2: Dark Duel Stories (& game review)

In the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG, Legend of Blue Eyes White Dragon was the first set released, on March 8th 2002. The next set of cards released was… no, not Starter Deck Yugi and Kaiba, but the cards that came with the Game Boy Color game Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories, released on March 19th 2002.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories, actually the third YGO game for the Game Boy released in Japan (and taking its title from the second game probably because the third game had "God" in its title), was part of the first major promotional push for Yu-Gi-Oh!. It seems like the promos came in two sets though I'm not sure about the timeline. The first set included Secret Rare variants for Blue-Eyes, Dark Magician, and Exodia the Forbidden One, reprints from LOB. The second set has Secret Rare first prints for Acid Trap Hole, Salamandra and Seiyaryu. I think I've heard the set with the reprints was only part of the first printing or something but it seems they were both used at the same time. Anyway, the second set all originated as promos for Japan's second YGO game, Dark Duel Stories. That Japanese game actually had promos like Crush card Virus and Harpie's Feather Duster as well, but either which way it's neat that the promos all originate from being promos for the game that was the namesake for this western release. Acid Trap Hole is basically Nobelman of Extermination in a Trap card, so it's actually a pretty great card for the timeframe it was released in the TCG.

Now enough TCG analysis… that's right, I actually already wrote a review for this video game, so I don't see why not include that here while I'm at it. This was written over four years ago which kinda blows my mind but whatever.

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While it was by no means the first Yu-Gi-Oh! game released in the world, Dark Duel Stories was the first Yu-Gi-Oh! game released in America. It was also the first Yu-Gi-Oh! game I ever played, as well as the first I ever owned. So let’s talk about it.

THE BORING PREAMBLE

First of all, this game doesn’t have the normal mechanics we’re now familiar with in the YGO TCG. I’m not going to bother saying much about it because it’s boring and you get the point.

GOOD STUFF

I like the card art. Some of it is different from how those cards actually appeared in the TCG/OCG, which is fun. This game has a pretty good soundtrack. Making your own custom cards using parts you get after winning a duel is both odd and kind of fun. They end up being pretty useful in the early game and can look cool. There isn’t any charge for using passwords unlike most later games. Uh… I thought it was cool that the characters had blinking animations.

BAD STUFF

This game sucks. Don’t play it.

I hate the whole ‘duelist points you increase over time so you can put better cards in your deck’ thing. It’s dumb.

This game is literally nothing but grinding. You grind for cards. You grind for card parts. You grind for duelist points or whatever. This plus the jank as hell game mechanics (including a totally stupid rock-paper-scissors approach to card type which I hate) makes the game a slog. Progression is as simple as beat everyone on the current level 5 times then you get to access the next one. There’s no overworld, just a menu where you select a duelist to battle. There’s no card shop and no pack opening, you just get 2 cards and 2 card parts whenever you win a duel. I think there’s most likely a better card pool as you go up in duelist level, meaning you can’t just beat Tristan and expect to get Blue-Eyes. [Update: each character you duel has different card droprates from a wide pool]

I also do not and will never like the cryptic as hell contact fusion bullshit in these early games. Summon this card on top of this card to get a stronger monster. This would be fine… if there was a list of fusions you could do. Like, if you could consult a menu that tells you which fusions you can do right now with your current hand of cards and board or something. Nope, you just have to either do the patented ‘summon and pray, then write down ones that work’ or ‘just look it up online’ approaches, which sucks. Hate that.

Adding to the hell of grinding which makes up the entirety of this game is that the battles, especially at first, take too long, and the game just doesn’t have the best interface. I get it’s a Game Boy Color game, but I’m SURE they could have done it smoother. By ‘it’ I mean everything. Deck building and editing, as well as dueling. Just look at the Pokemon TCG game, it’s much cleaner in all respects. DDS feels archaiac, like you should be typing in text prompts in green text on the a black screen. It’s usable, but it isn’t any fun. Oh yeah, back to battles taking too long. Battles take too long.

There’s also weird cryptic shit like your opponent being able to basically set a card in attack position because it doesn’t ‘reveal’ itself until it does something. So weird. This game just feels jank. For 2002 and being the first YGO game, honestly, it’s whatever. It was close enough to the TV show that most kids (myself included at the time) would have dealt with it. Even a year later, it would have felt aged, and it’s totally pointless to play it nowadays unless you want to do a dumb review type thing about every YGO game or something. It’s not just old, it’s pointless. Old stuff can be good. Dark Duel Stories just isn’t worth playing by anyone, ever, in 2019.

CONCLUSION

It sucks

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woke: 2d and moon flower are becoming besties :] there is no love interest involved. murdoc is jealous for no reason

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My #1 post of 2022

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Order Diabetic Meals in Australia: Convenient, Healthy Options for Better Blood Sugar Control

Managing diabetes requires careful attention to diet, and for many people, it can be challenging to prepare healthy, balanced meals every day. In Australia, the demand for diabetic-friendly meal options has grown, and companies are offering convenient meal delivery services designed specifically for people managing diabetes. These services offer a hassle-free way to ensure you're getting nutritious, portion-controlled meals that support stable blood sugar levels.

In this blog, we’ll explore why ordering diabetic meals in Australia is a great option and how it can help make managing diabetes simpler and healthier.

Why Diabetic-Specific Meals Matter

Diabetes management revolves around maintaining consistent blood sugar levels, which involves eating the right combination of carbohydrates, protein, and fats. Meals high in refined carbs or sugars can cause blood sugar spikes, while meals rich in fiber, lean protein, and healthy fats promote stability. That’s why meal plans tailored specifically for diabetics can make such a significant difference.

When you order diabetic meals in Australia, you're not only saving time but also ensuring that each dish is prepared with balanced nutrition in mind. These meals are often low in sugar, low in unhealthy fats, and high in nutrients that support energy, heart health, and overall well-being.

Benefits of Ordering Diabetic Meals in Australia

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How Safe Are Water Sports in Dubai for Tourists?

Dubai, a dazzling oasis in the heart of the desert, is not only known for its architectural wonders and luxury shopping; it has become a hotspot for various thrilling water activities. The city's scenic beaches, blue oceans, and pleasant climate all year make it a great destination for adventurers wishing to participate in water sports. From jet skiing and paddleboarding to parasailing and deep-sea fishing, the opportunities for enjoyment are limitless. However, like with any adventurous endeavor, safety comes first. In this article, we'll look at how safe water sports are in Dubai for tourists and what measures they may take.

An Overview of Water Activities in Dubai

When we talk about water activities in Dubai, we are referring to an extensive range of engagements that cater to everyone from beginners to seasoned water sport aficionados. Some popular water sports activities in Dubai include:

- Jet Skiing: Experience the thrill of zipping across the waves while enjoying stunning views of the iconic Dubai skyline.

- Parasailing: Soar high above the Arabian Gulf and take in a bird's eye view of some of Dubai's most famous landmarks.

- Diving and Snorkeling: Explore underwater wonders, including coral reefs and vibrant marine life.

- Wakeboarding and Water Skiing: Ride the waves and enjoy the rush of speed and control.

- Kayaking and Paddleboarding: A more tranquil experience that lets you navigate the calm waters at your own pace.

These Dubai sea activities are not only exciting but also safe when managed properly.

Safety Standards and Regulations

When considering water sports in the UAE, it's important to note that the country has strict regulations and safety standards in place. The Dubai Maritime City Authority and other local regulatory bodies ensure that operators adhere to safety guidelines, which include:

1. Safety Equipment: All water sports equipment must be regularly inspected and maintained. Life jackets, helmets, and other safety gear are mandatory for participants.

2. Trained Instructors: Most water sports activities in Dubai are conducted by professional instructors who are certified and trained in water safety. They guide tourists on how to use the equipment and perform the activities safely.

3. Insurance Coverage: Reputable water sports companies typically provide insurance coverage for their customers. This helps protect against accidents and injuries.

4. Regular Safety Drills: Operators frequently conduct safety drills and training sessions for staff to ensure they are well-prepared to handle emergencies.

What Tourists Should Look For

While the regulatory framework is in place to protect tourists, it is essential for individuals to do their part by choosing reputable operators. Here are some tips for ensuring safety when engaging in watersports activities in Dubai:

- Research Operators: Look for well-reviewed water sports companies that adhere to safety standards. Check online reviews, ratings, and recommendations.

- Check Equipment Condition: Before starting any activity, inspect your equipment. Make sure it is in good condition and free from any defects.

- Pay Attention to Briefings: Listen carefully to the safety briefings provided by instructors. They will explain the risks, safety protocols, and how to operate the equipment securely.

- Follow the directions: Always follow your instructors' directions and suggestions, especially while using equipment or dealing with emergencies.

- Watch the Weather: Weather conditions can change rapidly in Dubai. Always check local forecasts and heed any warnings about adverse weather or water conditions.

Health and Fitness Considerations

Before embarking on any water sports activities in Dubai, tourists should consider their health and physical fitness. Some activities may require a certain level of strength and stamina, and those with medical conditions should consult a doctor beforehand. Hydration is crucial, especially given Dubai's warm climate; tourists are encouraged to drink plenty of water before and after activities to avoid dehydration.

Lifeguard Presence

Most popular beaches and water sports centers in Dubai have lifeguards on duty. Their presence provides an additional layer of protection, guaranteeing that quick aid is accessible in the event of an emergency. It's vital for tourists to familiarize themselves with the location of lifeguard stations and understand how to seek help if needed.

Emergency Protocols

In the unlikely event of an accident while engaging in water sports, tourists should be aware of the emergency protocols in place. Most operators have clear procedures for notifying emergency services, and instructors are trained in first aid. Carrying emergency contact information, including local emergency numbers, can also be beneficial.

Water sports in Dubai provide tourists with unforgettable experiences filled with excitement and adventure. The city's strict safety regulations, professional instructors, and comprehensive safety equipment significantly reduce risks for participants. By taking the necessary precautions and choosing reputable operators, tourists can enjoy a worry-free adventure on the beautiful waters of Dubai.

Whether you're jet skiing along the Palm Jumeirah, parasailing over the blue waters of the Arabian Gulf, or exploring marine life while snorkeling, water sports in UAE offer a thrilling escape that combines safety with fun. So, prepare your swimwear and get ready to dive into a world of excitement with Friends Aqua watersports—Dubai's beautiful coastline awaits you!

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The Terrifying Dragon Cards: Yu-Gi-Oh! Chapter 46-47 Review

Yugi plays an ancient Chinese game called Dragon Cards in order to win back his Millennium Puzzle.

Yugi, Jonouchi, and Anzu are visiting Grandpa’s game shop, where Grandpa Muto is showing them a game from ancient Egypt, when an unexpected visitor arrives. Yugi recognizes him as Imori from his class. Imori has come to the Kame Game shop to get a game from his family’s collection identified. The game, which he is holding in his arms, was obtained by his grandfather when he was in Manchuria…

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Navigating the Market: A Comprehensive Overview of Where to Buy Yu-Gi-Oh

As the popularity of Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game (TCG) continues to soar, enthusiasts find themselves on a quest to acquire and expand their card collections. With a plethora of options available, navigating the market to purchase Yu-Gi-Oh! cards can be a daunting task. In this comprehensive overview, we explore various avenues where collectors and duelists alike can acquire these coveted cards, ranging from local retailers to online platforms.

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One of the traditional and widely accessible avenues for purchasing Yu-Gi-Oh! cards is local game stores and hobby shops. These establishments cater to the gaming community and often carry a diverse range of booster packs, starter decks, and individual cards. Visiting these stores not only supports local businesses but also provides an opportunity to engage with the gaming community in person.

Local game stores are known for hosting Yu-Gi-Oh! events, tournaments, and release parties, creating a vibrant and communal atmosphere for duelists. Regular patrons may also benefit from loyalty programs, discounts, or special promotions offered by these stores.

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Major retail chains and big-box stores also stock Yu-Gi-Oh! cards, making them easily accessible to a broader audience. Places like Walmart, Target, and similar retailers often have dedicated sections for trading card games, including Yu-Gi-Oh! Here, collectors can find a variety of products, from starter decks to booster packs, catering to both beginners and seasoned duelists.

While these outlets may not offer the same community-centric experience as local game stores, they provide a convenient option for individuals looking to purchase cards during routine shopping trips. Additionally, these stores occasionally offer exclusive promotional cards or limited-edition products.

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The advent of e-commerce has revolutionized the way collectors purchase Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. Numerous online marketplaces, such as eBay and Amazon, provide a vast selection of individual cards, sealed products, and accessories. These platforms offer the convenience of browsing and purchasing from the comfort of one's home, and often feature both new and vintage cards.

However, caution is advised when using online marketplaces, as the quality and authenticity of cards can vary. It's essential to buy from reputable sellers with positive reviews and clear return policies. Online platforms also present opportunities for trading with other collectors, expanding one's collection through exchanges.

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For those seeking rare and collectible cards, specialty card shops and conventions are treasure troves. These establishments often focus exclusively on trading card games, offering a curated selection of cards, including high-value and hard-to-find items. Specialty shops may be more prevalent in urban areas or regions with a thriving gaming community.

Conventions and gaming expos provide unique opportunities to explore a diverse array of Yu-Gi-Oh! cards, connect with other enthusiasts, and participate in special events. Vendors at conventions may offer exclusive merchandise, promotional items, and limited-edition cards, making these gatherings a must-visit for avid collectors.

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Konami, the company behind Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG, designates certain game stores as Official Tournament Stores (OTS). These establishments not only sell Yu-Gi-Oh! products but also host official tournaments and events. Purchasing from an OTS ensures that the products are authentic, and these stores often have knowledgeable staff who can provide insights and recommendations.

Participating in tournaments at OTS locations allows duelists to test their skills, win prizes, and immerse themselves in the competitive aspect of the game. Additionally, these stores may receive exclusive promotional materials and products tied to official releases.

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Giraffe's Eye View: Christmas Specials Special (2023) | Sakura's Wonderful Christmas

Chestnuts are roasting on an open fire. Jack Frost is nipping at your nose. Mom and dad can hardly wait for school to start again. All the dogs in the neighborhood somehow learned to bark Jingle Bells in sync. Yet retail workers are still more annoyed with Mariah Carey. Snow is getting shoveled, tossed, and formed into sentient beings leading parades without permits. It makes for an excellent distraction as the Krampus abducts children for bad behavior. Fruitcake is exchanged only to find its permanent home in the garbage. Terrorists have hijacked the Holiday office party right before your boss can give you a Jelly of the Month Club membership as your bonus. And of course, the Turducken has returned to wreak its fiery vengeance upon an unsuspecting world! If all this doesn’t put you in the Christmas spirit, perhaps these following Holiday specials will!

Greetings people of today and robots of tomorrow! It is I, Santa Clark, your geeky giraffe friend with a deep love of Christmas! My obsession for the yuletide is rivaled only by Maleficent’s hatred for it, which is saying a lot considering she once teamed up with Mad Madam Mim to kidnap the literal Spirit of Christmas. Yes, that really happened. I know this due to my annual pilgrimage to the Island of Misfit Specials, home to obscure or nerdy festive media ranging from movies, TV episodes, and comics. It’s no easy journey. Constantly I find myself confronted by sinister snowmen, genocidal gingerbread men, and worst of all, crappy commercials. Getting stabbed in the foot by a candy-cane wielding cookie is one thing, but I swear I’ve seen that ad for Wilbur’s White Elephant Gift Emporium more times than I’ve seen Miracle on 34th Street! Sometimes at night I catch myself reciting that jingle. Wilbur’s White Elephant Gift Emporium: Where Christmas meets Convenience! Huh, maybe Maleficent had a point.

Nah, my deep-rooted appreciation for this time of year can weather even the most moronic marketing! It helps that most of the merry media I’ve seen have put me in the perfect Holiday mood! Examples include the time a Ninja Turtle found himself trapped in a truck full of stollen toys, a drunk department store Santa stumbling onto a wish-granting magic bag, Big Bird nearly becoming a popsicle, Gwenpool waking up in a world where Galactus took the place of jolly ol’ Saint Nicholas, a terrifying tree stump trying to slaughter some saps over a stupid ship war, and the year when Death gave the Little Match Girl the greatest gift of all. Needless to say, I thought I had seen it all. That is, until I took my friends on a trip to the Island, tasking them to find me new, strange, seasonal specials to review! Some of them were fair, finding me festive favorites as comforting as coco in front of the fireplace. Others were fiendish, wanting to feed off my misery like Gremlins after midnight. Regardless of how naughty or nice my companions were, I’ve compiled all of their suggestions into a makeshift advent calendar! So stay tuned everyday until Christmas to see how badly my buddies can shred what little sanity I have left.

On the eighth day of Christmas, my buddies gave to me...

Y’know what’s annoying? Asides from a-holes who shop on Thanksgiving? Not being an otaku. I’ve made my general disinterest in anime no secret, blaming it on a lack of Yu-Gi-Oh or Pokemon when I was younger. Closest I got was Avatar: The Last Airbender, an amazing adventure series that gate-keeping weebs will insist doesn’t count. First of all, yes it does. Second, none of this comes from a place of disrespect. If anything, I appreciate how Japan treats the medium as a true artform instead of relegating animation to the kid’s table like here in the States. Regardless of my feelings on the subject, there’s no escaping the relentless swam I call my friends. Previously I’ve proclaimed how persistent my pals were in pestering me to pursue My Little Pony, but that’s nothing compared to how bothersome my buddies become when begging me to view Cowboy Bebop or My Hero Academia. Not even Christmas offers any relief since Dani (Alice2Rose) has presented me with the thirty-fifth episode of the Cardcaptor Sakura series, Sakura’s Wonderful Christmas. Brilliant, what better way to get me invested in something new than plopping me in halfway through the plot? That’d be like handing me a novel with the first three chapters ripped out! Still, I could say the same for Miraculous Ladybug and I managed to follow what was going on fairly easily. Perhaps I’m being too pessimistic.

Or not. My confusion starts immediately after the admittedly catchy theme tune as we’re dropped into the dream of our titular magical schoolgirl, Sakura. Her English dub is done by Carl McKillip while Sakura Tenge provides the original Japanese vocals. Much to the annoyance of anime purists everywhere, I prefer the dub. If I wanted to read what the characters were saying, I’d buy the manga! Tough perhaps I should, since Sakura and I are equally confused as a bunch of cards rain from the sky, a mysterious feminine figure watching on from Tokyo Tower. What are these cards? Who is this woman? Does our hero have these dreams often? Do you hear what I hear? Thanks to the power of the Internet, I at least have an answer for the first question. These are Clow Cards, magical macguffins capable of storing magical monsters. Collect them all, of course! You can find them at Hot Topic right next to the Rarity body pillows! As for the woman, they heavily imply it being Sakura’s teacher Miss Mizuki. Who is Mizuki? Why is she so important? Do you recall the most famous reindeer of all?

No time for that, we have real issues at hand! Like what Sakura is gonna get her friends for Christmas! Who are her friends? Are any of them relative to the plot? What’s with the crazy chick’s meltdown when Sakura approaches to ask a simple question? What do you get a wookie for Christmas when he already owns a comb?

Perhaps some tickets to a winter carnival, since suddenly we cut away to one. Okay, how come these things keep popping up in media? Is this an actual thing I never noticed before? Who wants to visit a fair in freezing temperatures aside from me? Everytime I see one I expect Captain Marvel to show up to beat down the Seven Deadly Sins. At least then I’d have a familiar face to follow, instead we’re stuck with Sakura and company. Again; who are these people? Who’s the sentient skyscraper with gray hair hanging with them? Wait, are he and Sakura on a date? She’s ten, isn’t she a little young to be romantically involved? How old is her boyfriend? Who spiked the eggnog? And why does it take everybody so long to notice the park is on freak’n fire!?

Leaping into action, our young heroine and some bratty boy I’m assuming to be her sidekick activate their Shadow Card Jutsu against the Fire Sprite responsible for fanning the flames. Why did it decide to set stuff on fire? Is it Charizard’s cousin and this was its way of making things merry and bright? Home come the love child of Pikachu and Simba is instructing our heroes how to stop it? Is he incapable of actually assisting them? What was the point of the protagonists putting the park goers to sleep instead of evacuating them to safety? Why is Miss Mizuki watching from a distance? People are in danger, what’s stopping her from helping? Why is she stalking her students? Does she know about Sakura’s after school activities? Who's playing first? Mary, did you know? I don’t know or care. By this point I was so lost I was actually getting angry! Whatever, Sakura manages to capture the creature, gives a gift to her boyfriend, the park takes medication for the burning, Simbachu manifests a magical light show, and I’m left looking for some Tylenol.

All respect to followers of this franchise like Dani, but this was terrible. Dragon Ball at least offers audiences a ‘Previously On’ segment before the story starts proper. I wasn’t expecting to have to do homework in order to watch this! It made me feel stupid and Care Bears didn’t even manage to do that. Granted this is far better animated and acted, but why should I care when the writing is what’s bogging it down? So yeah, sad to say Cardcaptor Sakura is not my cup of sencha. Action anime still has no appeal to me.

Thanks to my buddy AN-D for making this GIF for me. ^^

Besides, I prefer slice of life. Yeah, in an astonishing turn of events, a certain robotroll finally cracked the code by getting me hooked on plotlines pertaining to high school romance and found families. Shows such as Spy X Family,  Don’t Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro, Dress Up Darling, and especially Komi Can’t Communicate. Komi’s capers were so compelling that I even bought all volumes of the manga. An autistic guy like me could easily relate to the plight of Shōko Komi (Amber Lee Connors), a student suffering from an extreme social disorder that renders her practically mute. Despite this, her goal is to make 100 friends, a task one would assume to be easy considering her classmates treat her like a goddess, though really that has more to do with her looks rather than her personality. Not to mention the added attention only makes her more nervous. Only the typical wallflower Hitohito Tadano (Kyle McCarley) manages to bypass her bashfulness, becoming her first friend via an earnest conversation on the chalkboard. Together the two form a terrific friendship, eventually blossoming into a beautiful romance. Signs of this inevitable development are evident even in earlier entries like It’s Just a Merry Christmas.

Y’know what’s annoying? Aside from trying to remember the names of all of Komi’s companions? Sharing a birthday with Jesus. Coincidentally, Komi does! Thus Tadano and their gender-neutral agent of chaos Najimi (Skyler Davenport) are prompted to plan a party at her place later that day, Christmas Eve. Like Rainbow Dash they rush to the mall alongside Komi’s other amigos, Najimi challenging all present to find something exceptional for their silent friend that’s ¥5000 / $35.30. All fail save for Tadano, spotting a humongous cat plushy priced at ¥8000 / $56.48 that they all split the bill on. Still, shopping for a loved one is easy when you’re able to ask them what they like. Komi isn’t as fortunate, scrambling to the store to find something with her little brother in tow. She needed backup in case she ran into a psychotic postman or the Terminator. Otherwise he offers little assistance other than pointing out a scarf she gets for Tadano. Sadly we never see him receive it, but he does wear it in future chapters and in promotional material, so I’m assuming he appreciated it.

We do see Komi receiving her cat once the crowd converges at her home. Her peers perceive Shōko’s silence as a sign they screwed up, but Tadano understands she’s embarrassed by the affection. He suggests she send a thankful text later, not even mentioning how the feline was his idea. How honorable an hombre. Meanwhile, everyone else greedily battles for their Senpai Supreme’s attention, including Himiko Agari the Big Green Dog (Sarah Williams), Omoharu Nakanaka the Chosen One (Cherami Leigh), and Ren Yamai (Cristina Vee).

Yamai, more than anyone, deserves a permanent place on Santa’s Naughty List. My buddies and I have dubbed her Stalker McGee due to her perving out over Komi whenever on screen. She is a Yandere, and an odious one at that. In an earlier installment she actually kidnapped Hitohito with the clear intent on murdering him so she can take his place. You can’t even argue she was joking since the boy spends a majority of the story tied up in a closet before Ren returns with a knife. Granted it was changed to drumsticks for the show, though I could imagine Ren still using them for stabbing. Later on the class takes a trip to Osaka where all the girls share a bath house and Yamai salivates at the notion of touching her goddess’s bare breasts. No joke, it actually made me feel physically uncomfortable. I was squirming so much my spots kept popping off! She at least asks for consent, the timid teen having the common sense to refuse the request. Komi knows Yamai is crazy, but accepts it cuz of friendship. Screw you, Tomohito Oda, that’s not how that works! Generally I can’t bring myself to hate anyone, real or fictional, but Stalker McGee is a rare exception. Someone lock this psycho in prison! Have her be run over by a reindeer instead of Grandma! Let Godzilla step on her! Force her to watch Care Bears Nutcracker Suite on a loop! Just make her go away!

Uh, what was I saying? Oh right, the party! Putting aside Stalker McGee’s never-ending creepiness, a fun time ensues as crazy costumes are tried on, violent video games are played, Love Actually is watched for the ten-thousandth time, and depriving dares are dished out. All that and a bucket of Kentucky Fried Chicken! Like most chapters in Komi’s ongoing quest to make friends, I found this one to be endlessly endearing. It was well written and delightfully drawn, each character succeeding in stealing the spotlight, for better or worse. At the heart of it all was Komi and Tadano, the two getting along as splendidly as ever. Even without dialogue I could easily understand what they were feeling, which was certainly a nice antithesis to Cardcaptor. Still, much as I was miffed over Cardcaptor’s lack of clarity, I know Dani only brought it up under the assumption that I’d enjoy it. That’s why I don’t mind my pals' never-ending peer pressure, since their pleas are loving ones meant to broaden my horizons. Though there are some instances where my friends make me kranky.

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Sight Care Reviews provide you with acute sight and assists you with seeing things all the extra obviously it's far especially powerful and assists you with seeing things all the greater evidently and you can try this method decisively as this components is typically fashioned and includes just normal and herbal elements in it which grant you the with wanted results and makes your eyes and thoughts work higher. You should not stop perusing to examine all of the extra evidently about this components and you must peruse ahead.

What are Sight Care Reviews?

Indeed, it is visible that many individuals are dealing with the difficulty of unlucky visible notion, and coffee clean vision and that is the purpose to assist others we have deliberate Sight Care Reviews for you which ones is a brand new and compelling eye medical care sponsor that settles all of the distinct imaginative and prescient and it related problems and assists you with seeing matters all of the greater obviously with out confronting any incidental effects as this formulation is usually planned and also you won't see as any substance in making makes it reasonable for everyone and could paintings for your imaginative and prescient with out leaving any incidental effects.

What Does Sight Care Reviews Work?

Sight Care Reviews is another eye care association that assists you with seeing things manifestly because it further develops your imaginative and prescient energy and assists you with seeing matters appropriately. This arrangement shields your eyes from UV beams assists in safeguarding your retina and assists you with seeing things all of the greater plainly by means of providing you with acute sight. It likewise assists in running on the running of your mind and liver and assists you with remaining sound and healthy. It is moreover viable in supporting your resistance Power lessens all the stress from your psyche helps in encouraging your mindset and makes you cheerful and unfastened.

A certifiable Product vows to give you a completely clean imaginative and prescient lessen each one of the unfavourable consequences on your frame and help you with seeing matters all of the greater as it should be You should strive this Product without a concerns as this method is tried and will in reality provide you with the perfect outcomes in a quick length. It safeguards your eyes from UV beams as well as helps your mind paintings better and affix. There isn't any requirement for any eye scientific procedure assuming you eat these pills robotically on time and there are various specific blessings that you could with out much of a stretch get.

Ingredients of Sight Care Reviews:

Sight Care Reviews is loaded up with the assistance of Vitamin and required plant separate which are fundamental for your visible belief It will give you sharp vision and work to your imaginative and prescient and that is all due to the compelling elements and a portion of the sturdy substances are examined below:-

Astaxanthin: - It takes out every one of the microbes that cause maximum eye issues and it moreover assists in forestalling UV without harming your eyes. It assists you with seeing matters furthermore.

Eyebright: - It diminishes all form of sensitivities and sinus facet consequences facilitates your cornea remains solid and helps your insusceptibility energy.

Lutein: - It is wealthy in cellular reinforcement which kills dangerous unfastened extremists works on your mental wellbeing and assists you with seeing matters.

Zeaxanthin: - It safeguards your eyes from UV beams allows your thoughts paintings all the greater and safeguards your retina.

Quercetin: - It enables in diminishing the possibility of having any eye contaminations facilitates in similarly developing your assimilation electricity and makes you solid from within.

Bilberry: - It safeguards cells from deteriorating and shields your frame from a wide variety of various infections and wounds.

N-Acetyl Cysteine: - It consists of an amino corrosive that works to your vision and cut down all the exclusive eye trouble concurrently.

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Every one of the ingredients is referenced on its p.C. And you need to test them as soon as before starting to Use this components to examine all of the more obviously approximately this Product on the off threat which you locate any substances that aren't awesome to your properly-being then you should live away from the usage of this system.

Benefits of Sight Care Reviews:

• It works at the association of your cerebrum and eyes

• It shields your eye cells from severe damage

• It advances sound eye capability

• It gives you sharp imaginative and prescient

• It decreases all the strain from your psyche

• It helps in running to your mind-set

• It fixes every one of the harmed cells and tissues

• It sustains your psyche and further develops your thoughts operating

Side Effects of Sight Care Reviews

No, there aren't any secondary effects with the usage of Sight Care Reviews as this components is commonly framed while not having any artificial compounds in it and the customers referenced not anything horrific about this formulation as this system is a tried Product which means you can attempt it decisively and it's going to actually in addition broaden your eye imaginative and prescient. This formulation includes nothing faux and you must chat together with your number one care doctor as soon as earlier than starting to be involved on this components as it assists you with understanding all of the more obvious uses of this product that actually come up with the suitable results.

How to Use Sight Care Reviews?

Sight Care Reviews is on the market in box structure which you may absolutely devour. Its month-to-month % carries 60 cases in it and also you need to eat 2 capsules in an afternoon without lacking it as soon as. It is beneficial at the off threat that you do it consistently and it's going to in reality come up with acute sight with out hurting your wellness. The extensive variety of numerous admission subtleties are referenced in its field and you must peruse and follow every one among them to accumulate the satisfactory outcomes.

Price of Sight Care Reviews

Sight Care Reviews is offered on the most reasonable cost and it might not abate your monthly financial plan however you need to check the ongoing fee of this formula from its true web site as there may be a consistent trade inside the value of this system. It is likewise visible that there are various offers and bounds moreover occurring this formulation and you can without a lot of a stretch get them at the off threat that you request your p.C. These days. The cost of this formulation is referenced below:-

You can get one box of Sight Care Reviews at $69 per box and also you don't should pay transport costs

You should buy three bins of Sight Care Reviews at $59 per field without paying transport costs

You should buy six boxes of Sight Care Reviews at $49 in step with box and also you dint need to pay delivery prices

The organization is likewise offering you a 180-day a hundred and eighty-day unconditional promise and in case you aren't satisfied with the aftereffects of this method then you can assure your coins back and they might not ask you any inquiries and discount you the complete sum.

Where to Buy Sight Care Reviews?

You can with out tons of a stretch purchase Sight Care Reviews from its authentic website online as this formula is offered at the net. You need to fill in each one of the asked subtleties for reserving your percent and when you complete that multitude of subtleties your request gets booked and exceeded on to your private home inside several functioning days. As we recognize that the stock is limited you must guarantee your % these days as there are chances which you in all likelihood might not get your %. In this way, request your p.C. Nowadays.

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Final Word

Sight Care Reviews is a really successful and reliable visible notion care association that upholds visual notion well-being by using giving your important eye sustenance and enhancing your vision. It assists you with seeing things all the more glaringly and reduces the possibility of getting any type of disorder. This Product is likewise absolutely exceptional for assisting your processing electricity and works at the running of your liver. This Product is usually deliberate and will genuinely give you the regular consequences. This formulation is sans substance which suggests you can attempt it with subsequent to no issues.

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