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Comment on What are you working through? in ~life
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Comment on What are you working through? in ~life
TheRTV Link ParentLate to the convo, but I'm pretty content. First off, my goal when finding a career was finding something I truly wanted to do for a job and could provide a good living. I got that. So I'm happy...Late to the convo, but I'm pretty content.
First off, my goal when finding a career was finding something I truly wanted to do for a job and could provide a good living. I got that. So I'm happy in that sense.
Second, my company runs pretty well. It's a small privately owned firm that is tech based. It's on the slightly larger side of a "small company" if that makes sense. They manage to balance the realities of what our team can produce and the customer needs pretty well. There's still fires and unavoidable priorities, but processes adjust to what works well for us. Also I'm full remote and we rarely do video calls. Mostly just audio morning meetings. So that's awesome.
I learned early on, that a well run company/team is worth it even with less pay than another company that runs like crap with a higher salary. I'd say my pay and benefits are about average, but I like where I work and who I work for.
Also working for a company whose profits come directly from tech sales or service makes a huge difference. As opposed to a company whose profits come from something else like opening franchises, but their work is dependent on software. The former understands the importance of developing software the best way possible vs prioritizing cost saving and not listening to developers.
So all thay to say, where you work matters. If you have the experience, then looking for a team or company that has better management is what you might need. It's not easy, but worth it if you can manage, it will make a lot of difference. That should solve the chaotic-ness of it all at least.
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV LinkFate/Stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works Just finished binging this. I really liked the world and conflict presented. I thought the story was pretty good. I had an issue with one of the character's...Fate/Stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works
Just finished binging this. I really liked the world and conflict presented. I thought the story was pretty good. I had an issue with one of the character's development or lack thereof. It did suck me in though. I'm going to continue the series based on the subreddit's recommended watch order for Anime Only. So Heavan's Fate is next for me.Complaint
So when I watched the Prologue, I thought Toshaka was our protagonist. She's this badass, but capable young woman. Still a teenager and acts like one. But definitely an interesting character who can handle her own.
Then the series starts and you're introduced to Emiya. Kind of a tropey Shonen MC. Not super talented or smart. Has a tragic backstory, some heart, grit, and stubborn ideals. I don't care for him, but it's whatever.
Slowly Emiya becomes the one and Toshaka becomes a love struck damsel in distress who can plan. She has her moments in the end, but it basically comes down to Emiya with her support.
So it was really disappointing for me. I get that was just my faulty expectations from the prologue. It still sucks though.
The Demon King's daugther is too kind!
This another one where I caught memes of on social media. I enjoyed them so much, that I had to try the series. I have been loving it!. It's just a really cute, funny, and kinda wholesome kinda show. There's a bit of a narrative, but it's mostly just different adventures with the MC. It puts a smile on my face. It's a refreshing break from Shonens and the like. -
Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV LinkI've been watching Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers. It's a sequel to Ronin Warriors. So like a lot of millennials, I watched this back in the day on Toonami. Several years later, I tried to...I've been watching Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers. It's a sequel to Ronin Warriors. So like a lot of millennials, I watched this back in the day on Toonami. Several years later, I tried to rewatch it in college, but dropped it because I found it boring.
I decided to give the sequel a chance. It's action packed right from the start. You don't need to watch the first series. Five episode in, they give you the info you need. I did rewatch the final couple episode of the original series though. There is a connection, but you're good without knowing it.
It definitely feels more modern and has interesting characters. They also make some bold choices in the first episode to really set the stakes. The plot doesn't feel like it's going to do anything you wouldn't expect, but it's a fun ride so far.
I feel like this could be a good show if it ran for a season or two like the original.
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Comment on Catherine O’Hara - legendary actress dead at 71 in ~movies
TheRTV Link ParentOh that's right, I forgot she was in the studio! What a great actress. This is pretty sadOh that's right, I forgot she was in the studio! What a great actress. This is pretty sad
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Comment on Apple TV picks up rights to Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere books for adaption in ~tv
TheRTV Link ParentSanderson has said that he's heard people about anime, but he's never gotten into it for one reason or another. He'd rather do the series live action. Of course that could and can change, but I...Sanderson has said that he's heard people about anime, but he's never gotten into it for one reason or another. He'd rather do the series live action. Of course that could and can change, but I doubt it will be animated.
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Comment on Apple TV picks up rights to Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere books for adaption in ~tv
TheRTV Link ParentAs for non-Cosmere stuff, The Reckoners is a really fun series. Also a Sanderson YA novel like Cytoverse. This is kinda Superheros if everyone who got powers turned evil. For Cosmere, I always...As for non-Cosmere stuff, The Reckoners is a really fun series. Also a Sanderson YA novel like Cytoverse. This is kinda Superheros if everyone who got powers turned evil.
For Cosmere, I always recommend Warbreaker. Great story and it's a standalone novel. So you're not jumping into a trilogy. But later books do reference characters from Warbreaker in the future
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Comment on Apple TV picks up rights to Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere books for adaption in ~tv
TheRTV Link ParentApparently the rights were with Epic for awhile and this is the first time since 2016 that he took the Cosmere to Hollywood. Sanderson announcement on RedditApparently the rights were with Epic for awhile and this is the first time since 2016 that he took the Cosmere to Hollywood.
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV LinkI've been reading Tower of God webtoon. Man this story is addicting. I read it before bed, but ending up staying up too late 😅. Obviously I'm really into this story. I'm past where the anime left...I've been reading Tower of God webtoon. Man this story is addicting. I read it before bed, but ending up staying up too late 😅. Obviously I'm really into this story. I'm past where the anime left off. Once I got past the anime content I was familiar with, I got really invested.
Overall I like the improvement in the art. The new characters are done well enough. Gets me invested in them and they matter to the current arc. There's so much lore and world building yet to be explained, so that keeps me guessing. The plot is action packed usually, so it's fun to read. The relationship between the OG crew is wholesome as well. Safe to say they got me for the full ride of this story. I read somewhere that it's only ~60% complete, so there's more to look forward too
Current Arc - Season 2 of the webtoon.
Right now I'm The Dallar Game in the Hell Train Arc. Bam's progress is crazy. He just did first stage of training with the "God" on the train. He had to leave to do the next stage's game. I'm curious if he's stronger from that training or maybe more secure in wielding the Thorn. I REALLY want him to go back to that training after the tournament.
Yuri Jahad just found Bam and found out he's a FUG slayer candidate. I wonder how she'll react and if she will find out the full truth behind Bam's reasons.
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Comment on Apple TV picks up rights to Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere books for adaption in ~tv
TheRTV LinkThis is huge news! As someone who loves Sanderson books, I am blown away! We're years away from anything streaming, but this is going to make me renew/restart Apple TV when they drop. Sanderson...The deal is rare one, coming after a competitive situation which saw Sanderson meet with most of the studio heads in town. It gives the author rarefied control over the screen translations, according to sources. Sanderson will be the architect of the universe, will write, produce and consult, and have approvals. That’s a level of involvement that not even J.K. Rowling or George R.R. Martin enjoy.
This is huge news! As someone who loves Sanderson books, I am blown away! We're years away from anything streaming, but this is going to make me renew/restart Apple TV when they drop.
Sanderson has also mentioned previously that he's been working bts to get deals like this done. One of his non-cosmere novels was being adapted to film and was close to being made. He said that the screen writers had come up with ideas that made the story better on film. So that gives me hope that he'll allow the show runners/directors/writers/other producers to make good changes for the adaptions, but remain faithful to the source.
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Apple TV picks up rights to Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere books for adaption
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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
TheRTV Link ParentIt's more than just originals. They often purchase distribution rights to smaller or indie films that are often good. Two that I can think of are Hush and Paper Tigers. I believe those rights...It's more than just originals. They often purchase distribution rights to smaller or indie films that are often good. Two that I can think of are Hush and Paper Tigers. I believe those rights expired and the creators moved them to other platforms. But I watched them on Netflix.
That being said I do not watch Netflix often, but I'm paying for my whole family. My mom watches all the time. My brother and his family watch often enough. It's a small thing to do for them since they've always taken care of me.
So there is value, but like anything else it depends on if you fully explore their offerings. If you only casually use it, then it's not worth it.
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV Link ParentOhhh the movie comment had me confused! I was hesitant to ask, so i just let it go hahaOhhh the movie comment had me confused! I was hesitant to ask, so i just let it go haha
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV Link ParentI can see why you feel that way. At this point, conflicts are more nuanced and require a different approach. It's not as blunt as in the last season. I really appreciate that growth though. A...I can see why you feel that way. At this point, conflicts are more nuanced and require a different approach. It's not as blunt as in the last season. I really appreciate that growth though. A never ending slug fest would be boring to me.
The messiah thing was introduced in season 2. Also hinted that he would replace the Black One who showed similar powers relating to that. So now it feels like the natural progression. But the show seems to be addressing that issue right now. Idk if you're caught up because that is in the last few episodes.
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV LinkBased on a recommendation from a friend, I binged To Your Eternity. I could tell from the show's description that this was meant to tug at your heart strings. That turned me off a bit. I don't...Based on a recommendation from a friend, I binged To Your Eternity.
I could tell from the show's description that this was meant to tug at your heart strings. That turned me off a bit. I don't care too much for shows that are just made to make people cry. It feels cheap in a way. But it did hit my emotions during the second adventure of the first season. That's when it started to pull me in.
The second season really ramps up as the protagonist has grown a lot, but still has more to learn. I really enjoyed the journey and new characters this brought. The ending was really good and felt like a turning point.
I was really curious about the direction of the third season after I finished the second. I caught up to where the show is now. I really appreciate when stories can move into a modern and future time. It feels easy to put stories in a more primitive time when it comes to supernatural elements. It seems harder to mix modern technology with fantastical elements. So I really appreciate where the story is now. The protagonist is facing some harsh realities that they didn't have to before. I'm curious on the decision they will make and how that will shape the future.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
TheRTV Link ParentI won't spoil anything for Blue Prince, but it will test your grasp on the English language. And your ability to play with words. I had a great time diving into it thoughI won't spoil anything for Blue Prince, but it will test your grasp on the English language. And your ability to play with words. I had a great time diving into it though
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
TheRTV LinkRhythm Doctor It's a one button rhythm game. Release last month, but I guess it's been in alpha/beta for a few years. It's seems simple since you just have to hit a button on a specific beat. E.g....Rhythm Doctor
It's a one button rhythm game. Release last month, but I guess it's been in alpha/beta for a few years.
It's seems simple since you just have to hit a button on a specific beat. E.g. Hit on the 7th beat. As you play it gets more complicated as different rhythms are introduced, like swing. Also multiple tracks with different beats to hit on or rhythms. I've had my fair share of frustrations, rage quits, and eventual relief at success.
I won't spoil anything, but some boss levels do some very unique and creative things. Something I would only expect to see in an indie title like this. The game really blew me away at these moments.
Of course the tracks are good. Some of the songs I love! You can also go to the settings and configure the timing of your button presses with the sound and visuals. Which is important because of the timing.
I got it on sale for $16, but it's normally $20. I think both prices are good for the amount of content and quality of the game. Plus it's an indie studio, so it's always nice to support them.
I'd recommend this to fans of rhythm games
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV Link ParentThose were good videos, thanks for the suggestions!Those were good videos, thanks for the suggestions!
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Comment on What have you been watching / reading this week? (Anime/Manga) in ~anime
TheRTV LinkBinged Apothecary Diaries over my winter staycation. I kept seeing it suggested on CR, but the description had me intrigued. It may have been on reddit, but somewhere described it as a mystery of...Binged Apothecary Diaries over my winter staycation.
I kept seeing it suggested on CR, but the description had me intrigued. It may have been on reddit, but somewhere described it as a mystery of the week kind of show.
I was watching the first episode and was immediately in. It gave me the same kind of vibes as the cable TV mystery of the week shows I really loved (Monk, Psych, House). Obviously this is anime and has some overarching plot. But I forgot how much I like this format.
The protagonist is really interesting. More logical as you'd expect, but caring and not cold hearted. Still a teenager, so there's growth be had.
The setting in historical China is a really good choice too. I can't speak to authenticity at all, but it feels real. It allows for some Dr. Stone-esque type of moments too.
Now I can't wait for the next season
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
TheRTV Link ParentOh man, that is the same for me! I played it originally on Wii and got halfway through when I dropped it. I really hope for a remaster or remake for Switch 1 or 2.Oh man, that is the same for me! I played it originally on Wii and got halfway through when I dropped it. I really hope for a remaster or remake for Switch 1 or 2.
Oh that sucks! That's partly why I try to avoid public and/or large companies. Always need ways to drive up profits. The AI thing seems unavoidable though. Even my small company uses it, but only for R&D.