NonoAdomo's recent activity
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Comment on Norway is a Winter Olympic giant. Why isn't it better at ice hockey? in ~sports.hockey
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Comment on new Date("wtf"); How well do you know JavaScript's Date class? in ~comp
NonoAdomo Link ParentI've learned quite a few languages over the years and JavaScript is by far the most frustrating work of coding I've ever had the displeasure to work with. I actively avoid it whenever possible...I've learned quite a few languages over the years and JavaScript is by far the most frustrating work of coding I've ever had the displeasure to work with. I actively avoid it whenever possible because it's just so nonsensical.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
NonoAdomo Link ParentI did hard classic Fire Emblem exactly once. You have to be a masochist to do that multiple times. I've played all kinds of tactics games on higher difficulty and FE Awakening on hard classic...I did hard classic Fire Emblem exactly once. You have to be a masochist to do that multiple times. I've played all kinds of tactics games on higher difficulty and FE Awakening on hard classic broke me. The opening in particular, having to move specific ways or lose a potentially key character forever was brutal.
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Comment on Non-Logitech replacement for G502 mouse? in ~tech
NonoAdomo Link ParentI went the other way when it comes to gaming mice. I had a Basilisk v3 for years, loved it except that after a while the scroll wheel wore out. I could no longer reliably click the button, which I...I went the other way when it comes to gaming mice. I had a Basilisk v3 for years, loved it except that after a while the scroll wheel wore out. I could no longer reliably click the button, which I use frequently when navigating a web browser. Eventually the scroll itself stopped working as expected and I had to replace it. I got a second one because "Ehh, why not?" and then it developed the same problem again, but faster.
I've had the G502x for a while and it's worked great for me. I've been super happy with it. I haven't had any issues with double clicking crop up yet, which is nice. I think that we all stress our hardware in different ways. I'm apparently rough on the middle mouse scroll wheel/click mechanism. Others must have heavy clicking fingers. Who knows, but it's interesting to see people transition in both directions.
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Comment on US users: how are you watching Olympics coverage? in ~sports
NonoAdomo Link ParentThis is one of the many perks I love about having moved north of the border. I have 100% free coverage of Olympic events. All events, replays last for months afterwards. I rarely watched in the...This is one of the many perks I love about having moved north of the border. I have 100% free coverage of Olympic events. All events, replays last for months afterwards. I rarely watched in the states because it was paywalled behind NBC.
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Comment on Steam Hardware: Launch timing and other FAQs in ~games
NonoAdomo Link ParentI know PS glyphs, I dont know Xbox glyphs in the same way, so when it says it needs X or Y, I get confused easily. I played elden ring offline on PC because I needed the glyphs.I know PS glyphs, I dont know Xbox glyphs in the same way, so when it says it needs X or Y, I get confused easily. I played elden ring offline on PC because I needed the glyphs.
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Comment on Steam Hardware: Launch timing and other FAQs in ~games
NonoAdomo Link ParentPlaystation controllers have always been fine if you connect them via USB, its the Bluetooth thats been iffy. ...also the lack of glyphs on some titles is really annoying. So many games I had to...Playstation controllers have always been fine if you connect them via USB, its the Bluetooth thats been iffy. ...also the lack of glyphs on some titles is really annoying. So many games I had to mod for so many years just for glyphs.
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
NonoAdomo Link ParentZeta gundam is rough. Like, really rough. It doesn't know what kind of show it really wants to be so it spends it's time being as edgy as possible and in the process it abuses every character in...Zeta gundam is rough. Like, really rough. It doesn't know what kind of show it really wants to be so it spends it's time being as edgy as possible and in the process it abuses every character in borderline nonsensical ways just so the show can say "Look how awful they have it!" My wife and I watched it last year in our quest to get through gundam stuff and it kinda stalled after Zeta because in modern eyes it's quite problematic. Maybe we can get to ZZ gundam soon?
That being said, I highly recommend "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin" as it covers Char and why he is the way he is. He's a magnificent bastard, but also this prequel makes him an incredibly compelling character while also giving Sayla great screentime as well. (BTW, "Advent of the Red Comet" is the same thing, but cut up into 30min episodes to fit on TV which kinda messes with the pacing. Go for the one with 6 episodes and enjoy the show)
Others that are great are Witch from Mercury, a completely standalone title, and GQuuuuX, which I would watch a bit more UC to fully appreciate it, as it's an alternate timeline story to what you're currently watching now that asks what would happen if Char just stole the Gundam and captured White Base in Episode 1 of 0079
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Comment on 2025 NFL Post Season 🏈 Weekly Discussion Thread – Freetalk in ~sports.american_football
NonoAdomo LinkOkay, I'll be the one to say it: A sport's Hall of Fame should leave ego out of the voting. Any voting committee that has ego involved in their decision should be scrapped and reformed. Anyone who...Okay, I'll be the one to say it:
A sport's Hall of Fame should leave ego out of the voting. Any voting committee that has ego involved in their decision should be scrapped and reformed.
Anyone who says a person like Bill Belichick shouldn't be in the Hall of Fame first ballot should have their voting privileges removed. It ruins the integrity of the institution and the legitimacy of history they claim to preserve.
/rant
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Comment on New York City congestion pricing’s unexpected winners: suburban drivers in ~transport
NonoAdomo Link ParentIt's "controversial" because people inherently don't like being restricted on things they could freely do before, even if it's in their best interests. I really hope this brings more investigation...It's "controversial" because people inherently don't like being restricted on things they could freely do before, even if it's in their best interests.
I really hope this brings more investigation and study on implementing this in other cities, but that "controversy" point is fuel for populist leaders. Case in point: Toronto is constantly being shit on by the provincial leadership because they are heavily catering to car driving suburbia. Its the perfect city for this program, but instead we are being forced to rip out speed cameras and defending against attacks on bike lanes all to cater to the car. Maybe someday we can develop a more accessible city that isn't gridlocked.
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Comment on Matt Damon says Netflix wants movies to restate the 'plot three or four times in the dialogue' because viewers are on 'their phones while they're watching' in ~movies
NonoAdomo Link ParentWhen I was still subbed to Netflix, disabling this was a godsend. Youtube does the same BS and I had to disable that there too before it started recommending stuff that my mouse accidentally...When I was still subbed to Netflix, disabling this was a godsend. Youtube does the same BS and I had to disable that there too before it started recommending stuff that my mouse accidentally rested on.
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Comment on 2025 NFL Post Season 🏈 Weekly Discussion Thread – Playoffs, Week 3 in ~sports.american_football
NonoAdomo Link ParentI'm wondering about recent QBs that haven't gotten hat second chance. Who's left that needs that extra help?I'm wondering about recent QBs that haven't gotten hat second chance. Who's left that needs that extra help?
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Comment on 2025 NFL Post Season 🏈 Weekly Discussion Thread – Playoffs, Week 3 in ~sports.american_football
NonoAdomo Link ParentI'm a big fan of Darnold's growth throughout the years. Obviously the Jets were never going to develop him well. When he got his second chance with the Panthers I saw a player that had thr...I'm a big fan of Darnold's growth throughout the years. Obviously the Jets were never going to develop him well. When he got his second chance with the Panthers I saw a player that had thr potential, but he had to both work out his lingering issues and also not be held down by a shit coach in Rhule.
I think him taking a year as a backup in a competent organization of the 49ers was what he needed because ever since then, hes been straight fire. He got lucky to get a break in Minnesota when JJ went down early, but then after that season I knew it was a mistake to let him go. People tried to shit on him for "choking" but he still looked generally good and his time in Seattle has proven he has been more than up for the challenge.
Between Darnold and Daniel Jones, this makes me wonder about what other QBs that didn't quite work out early and just need a fresh outlook. Thoughts?
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
NonoAdomo Link ParentI'm aware. I'm not adverse to PvP at all, I just naturally avoid it when by myself. Best way to not lose a fight is to not to get into a fight in thr first place.I'm aware. I'm not adverse to PvP at all, I just naturally avoid it when by myself. Best way to not lose a fight is to not to get into a fight in thr first place.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
NonoAdomo Link ParentYou pretty much summed up my experience with the game. I run around accomplishing either quests, acheivements or personal goals. Solos for me are delightfully friendly and I've had numerous...You pretty much summed up my experience with the game. I run around accomplishing either quests, acheivements or personal goals. Solos for me are delightfully friendly and I've had numerous occasions where someone has come by to either revive me or at least escort me to the exit when I get knocked. (mk3 survivor for the win) and I rarely have issues where people shoot at me. A few people try, but they tend to not be as good of PvP players as those set in the PvP lobbies.
I would be interested in trying out some duos, given that our time and region matches up. Im not against PvP, I just naturally avoid it and thats how I ended up in friendly lobbies.
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
NonoAdomo Link ParentI loved Mob Psycho 100. My wife and I have come to the same opinion that it's a more refined and nuanced approach to the more blunt forced concepts the creator did in One Punch Man. For the anime,...I loved Mob Psycho 100. My wife and I have come to the same opinion that it's a more refined and nuanced approach to the more blunt forced concepts the creator did in One Punch Man.
For the anime, I've started telling people if they're upset with the recent output of the OPM anime, just go watch Mob Psycho and you'll get a better experience for a similar concept.
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Comment on 2025 NFL Post Season 🏈 Weekly Discussion Thread – Playoffs, Week 2 in ~sports.american_football
NonoAdomo Link ParentNo need to apologize for the truth. I was definitely getting a bit of PTSD creeping in, but it doesnt hit as hard because we got our catharsis in 2015's NFCCG. That being said, I understand...(apologies to our resident Carolina fan) late stage Jake Delhomme
No need to apologize for the truth. I was definitely getting a bit of PTSD creeping in, but it doesnt hit as hard because we got our catharsis in 2015's NFCCG.
That being said, I understand completely what Texans fans are going through. The problem is, they can't wave it off as "end of career". He looked like absolute ass out there for two games in a row. 10 turnovers in 2 games. Do you even pick up his 5th year now? What's your exit strategy if he can't turn it around and busts?
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Comment on 2025 NFL Post Season 🏈 Weekly Discussion Thread – Playoffs, Week 2 in ~sports.american_football
NonoAdomo LinkIt'd been a while since we have seen such a relatively balanced playoff bracket. With the exception of one game, everything has felt within reach until the 4th quarter for everyone. Tons of lead...It'd been a while since we have seen such a relatively balanced playoff bracket. With the exception of one game, everything has felt within reach until the 4th quarter for everyone. Tons of lead changes and close games makes me a very happy fan.
Bills v Broncos was a great game that both teams managed to lose. Its really sad that we will get a likely dud game for the AFCCG. I wish Nix the best in his recovery (though I do appreciate their HC not getting to the SB. I think the three non-saints teams can agree on this. As for the Bills, I really feel that McDermott was badly scapegoated. The GM should be gone too but I guess he is an S-tier brown noser. Pour one out for the Bills fans, because their window just snapped shut.
49ers v Seahawks was the only lopsided game and anyone who didn't see this coming wasn't paying attention. This Seahawks team is at peak form at the best time. When they played the Panthers towards the end of the season I noticed that they were an absolute wall on defense and you have to work for every yard. They offense is consistent and doesn't make mistakes. They are my favorites to win the SB at this time.
Texans v Pats was a torturous to watch strictly because that Texans defense was clearly championship caliber. There is no way the game should have been as close as it was with 4 INTs from Stroud. He looked lost out there. As a Panthers fan, im happy that we finally settled the "debate" on if we should have taken Stroud over Young, but honestly I wish it wasn't like this. The debate has ended by Young not looking like complete ass despite the loss. I hope he bounces back and figures it out, but I'm honestly not sure.
Rams v Bears was a great finisher to a strong weekend of football. Both teams were clearly well matched and it really could have gone either way. That 4th down throw by Caleb was unreal. I watched it live and I'm still in disbelief it happened. They are going to be a force for the foreseeable future for sure.
What a great weekend of football with only 3 games left to go.
Next week: Rams v Seahawks is the match up to watch. I like the Hawks in this one, but I expect it to be entertaining.
That's more than we can say about Pats v Broncos. Without Nix, there is little hope for the Broncos. I'll watch, but I expect this to be not very competitive. Its a shame and a sour note on an otherwise great playoff season.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
NonoAdomo Link ParentNothing will fully fill that E33 hole, but there are a few things that will try. P3 Reload and P5 Royal are great Persona games. P4 is solid as well, but they are giving it the P3 Reload treatment...Nothing will fully fill that E33 hole, but there are a few things that will try. P3 Reload and P5 Royal are great Persona games. P4 is solid as well, but they are giving it the P3 Reload treatment so you might as well wait for that. There is also Metaphor by the same team which I did enjoy as well. Very stylish but be careful not to spend the time comparing these titles to E33 and instead give them their own place to shine in their unique way
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Comment on Terra. Invicta. in ~games
NonoAdomo LinkI, like the others in this thread, have been playing the hell out of this game. Its the inverse scope of XCOM and the dev experience with the Long War mod really shows. I'm only just now in my...I, like the others in this thread, have been playing the hell out of this game. Its the inverse scope of XCOM and the dev experience with the Long War mod really shows.
I'm only just now in my second attempt able to comfortably leave the early game with a decent position but I'm now seeing the challenges in my plan. Unsurprisingly, the populace loses interest in your faction when you lose 5 armies in a war. Also, defensive fighting and offensive fighting are apparently scored differently. I got absolutely smashed when I tried to cross the border and gain a territory after kicking the enemy out of mine.
Overall I love the game. I understand some of the criticisms, and they are valid, but I also love how they set up the pieces like a crazy complex board game. It scratches my itch for those games nobody will play with me because they are too intimidating and take all day. I can happily push my pawns around a board and wait for the consequences later.
Winter Olympics are a in interesting study of what countries focus on both culturally and governmental focus.
Norway has its citizens skiing from a crazy young age. This is such a focus that all their athletic pipeline is focused almost entirely on these efforts. Every cross country event has Norway dominating the podium because majority of their athletic population is focused on it.
In a similar contrast, ive enjoyed watching Canada's version of this being with skating sports. All the athletic kids here grow up wanting to be hockey players and it shows with both the Mens and Womens teams being powerhouses, but the ones who don't make the cut find homes in other similar sports, particularly speed skating where Canada is a perpetual competitor. The only one they aren't heavy hitting on is figure skating and thats because it requires a different growth focus path from a young age.
Then you have the Germans who cornered the market on sliding sports (Luge, Skeleton and Bobsled) in such a way that nobody can really compare without crazy amounts of investment.
I could go on and on but the conclusion is that winter sports are wild.