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Comment on How would rings realistically affect living on a planet? [worldbuilding] in ~creative
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Comment on What historic unsolved mysteries do you want solved? in ~talk
ToteRose Link ParentWell, that's the point, we don't know for sure. The most accepted theory is that someone put them there, I've even heard that they used to have navigational knowledge but they just stopped passing...Well, that's the point, we don't know for sure. The most accepted theory is that someone put them there, I've even heard that they used to have navigational knowledge but they just stopped passing it down throught generations but nothing to back this up really. Then some people has mentioned they may have been banished to the islands, as punishment or to isolate rebellious tribes. The reality is that we don't know yet.
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Comment on What historic unsolved mysteries do you want solved? in ~talk
ToteRose Link ParentI'm not a big reader, but if I can find it in audiobook format, I'll give it a try!I'm not a big reader, but if I can find it in audiobook format, I'll give it a try!
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Comment on What historic unsolved mysteries do you want solved? in ~talk
ToteRose Link ParentRight? Like, what where they thinking? was it an accident? did they even notice they were the first to do it?Right? Like, what where they thinking? was it an accident? did they even notice they were the first to do it?
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Comment on What historic unsolved mysteries do you want solved? in ~talk
ToteRose Link ParentAs far as I know, Guanches arrived around 1st - 2nd century B.C. and they lacked boats or the knowledge of how to navigate the sea.The Dawn of Everything: a New History of Humanity
As far as I know, Guanches arrived around 1st - 2nd century B.C. and they lacked boats or the knowledge of how to navigate the sea.
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Comment on What historic unsolved mysteries do you want solved? in ~talk
ToteRose LinkSo I've always been fascinated not just by what happened in history, but who did it first. The 'firsts' that shaped the course of civilization but are completely lost to time. I'd love to know who...So I've always been fascinated not just by what happened in history, but who did it first. The 'firsts' that shaped the course of civilization but are completely lost to time. I'd love to know who was the first human to do things like:
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Say an actual word with symbolic meaning or the first name given and what it meant (if it even meant anything).
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Use fire deliberately.
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Create a tool on purpose, not by accident.
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Domesticate a dog.
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Realize you could plant seeds and grow food.
The list goes on and on, these are just some of the oldest things that I could think of so we'll never know who they were, or even where exactly these moments happened. But they were real, and they changed everything. To me, those are the most haunting and beautiful mysteries of all.
I also got some local ones that's extremely curious about, like how did Guanches even get to the Canary Islands? The native people of the islands, somehow reached the archipelago before recorded navigation. DNA now links them to Berber peoples, yet no one can explain how a pre-Roman North-African culture crossed 100 km of Atlantic and thrived in isolation, complete with mummification, star-aligned caves, and a whistling language.
And then there's San Borondón, the legendary “eighth island” of the Canaries. Sailors claimed to see it for centuries. It appeared on old maps but every time someone sailed toward it, it vanished into mist. Today, it's said that it might just be an optical illusion, a mirage caused by reflections of nearby islands on the sea or in the sky. But the legend still lingers, and people continue to watch the horizon, just in case.
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Comment on My experience running my phone in greyscale for the past several weeks in ~health.mental
ToteRose Link ParentAh, I see, thanks for expanding on that! Sounds like you've built a really solid system for yourself by combining both approaches. I might not use greyscale myself, but I totally get how the mix...Ah, I see, thanks for expanding on that! Sounds like you've built a really solid system for yourself by combining both approaches. I might not use greyscale myself, but I totally get how the mix of minimal apps + reduced visual stimulation could be really powerful together!
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
ToteRose LinkA bit of a detour from the mostly single-player titles I've seen in this thread: recently, my interest in Overwatch has reignited, especially thanks to the new Stadium mode. For several years,...A bit of a detour from the mostly single-player titles I've seen in this thread: recently, my interest in Overwatch has reignited, especially thanks to the new Stadium mode. For several years, even prior to the game's rebrand, my attention had drifted in and out, but this latest addition genuinely hooked me again.
This mode introduces a shop system reminiscent of something like League of legends's, but manages to do so without feeling overwhelming. Since I'm already familiar with Overwatch's heroes and core mechanics, I can comfortably dive straight into experimenting with perks, rather than feeling buried under countless new mechanics. It's been a great way to experience complexity without frustration, and has even helped me better understand the appeal of games like League, which previously felt daunting due to the sheer volume of characters and combinations.
It's refreshing to see Blizzard stepping up their efforts,
probably driven by competition from Marvel Rivals. Matchmaking lately feels pretty balanced, hackers have become noticeably rare, and monetization, while not perfect, aligns pretty closely with industry standards these days. Balance has arguably been at its best point for several patches by now, so fine-tuned that even small adjustments dramatically reshape the meta. Although, I wonder if such delicate balance is truly the best or most fun for a game with over 40 unique heroes, although the recent introduction of the ban system into competitive modes seems like a step in the right direction.Either way, it's encouraging to finally see genuine innovation and progress again after soooo many years of bad news and false promises.
Pd: SUPER hyped about Aqua! (New hero for season 18)
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Comment on My experience running my phone in greyscale for the past several weeks in ~health.mental
ToteRose Link ParentTotally fair, and actually makes a lot of sense. I can see how greyscale at night could help reduce that overstimulating, "just one more video" feeling, especially when you're already tired. This...Totally fair, and actually makes a lot of sense. I can see how greyscale at night could help reduce that overstimulating, "just one more video" feeling, especially when you're already tired. This kind of stuff is so personal, and it's cool to hear how different people approach it or how others may find it useful!
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Comment on My experience running my phone in greyscale for the past several weeks in ~health.mental
ToteRose LinkI've seen people say that switching their phone to greyscale helped them use it less and I'm so happy to hear that it works for some folks, but I honestly don't think color is the real issue for...I've seen people say that switching their phone to greyscale helped them use it less and I'm so happy to hear that it works for some folks, but I honestly don't think color is the real issue for me, it's the apps, especially social media that are designed to keep you hooked with endless content. Greyscale might reduce some visual stimulation, but it doesn't change the addictive design of those apps.
Personally, I've installed a fully customizable OS and I've personally picked out all the colors to match my wallpaper, phone case, and overall vibe. You can even change the size of the icons, texts and some buttons on menus. It actually makes my phone feel more personal and intentional to use.
At least from my experience it has helped a lot to be more mindful of which apps you let take up your time and attention. Also I know this might not work for everyone, but for me, visual expression is really important, I think I'd honestly feel a bit down without it :P.
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Comment on Let’s talk about the bidet, the bathroom's best-kept secret in ~health
ToteRose Link ParentMhm, it's extremely common here in Spain too so I imagine most mediterranean countries also have a similar experience. They are definitely seen as a separate fixture rather than the more modern...Mhm, it's extremely common here in Spain too so I imagine most mediterranean countries also have a similar experience. They are definitely seen as a separate fixture rather than the more modern toilet attachments. In fact, it's almost expected in a lot of households, especially in older apartments or family homes. It's interesting how something so standard here can be quite rare in other parts of the world!
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Comment on What is a misconception you are passionate about and would like to clarify? in ~talk
ToteRose Link ParentHa! Exactly! Gravity really is just about mass and distance. And as for your wife’s suitcase “singularity,” the only thing collapsing there is airline luggage rules hahaha.Ha! Exactly! Gravity really is just about mass and distance. And as for your wife’s suitcase “singularity,” the only thing collapsing there is airline luggage rules hahaha.
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Comment on What is a misconception you are passionate about and would like to clarify? in ~talk
ToteRose LinkSo the idea that black holes are cosmic vacuum cleaners that suck up everything in sight is relatively wrong. In reality, a black hole's gravity at a distance is exactly the same as any other...So the idea that black holes are cosmic vacuum cleaners that suck up everything in sight is relatively wrong. In reality, a black hole's gravity at a distance is exactly the same as any other object with the same mass. If you squashed our Sun down to a tiny point, Earth's orbit wouldn't change, earth would be doomed by other reasons if this happened but we'd only feel the "vacuum-cleaner" effects if we got extremely close, where tidal forces stretch you like spaghetti and light bends in crazy loops. At "everyday" distances, a black hole just pulls like any other object of the same mass, it's only its extreme compactness that unleashes those wild relativistic effects up close.
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Comment on What's a game that you feel like you missed out on? in ~games
ToteRose LinkThis might seem like an odd choice, but I have to mention Gigantic, now relaunched as Gigantic: Rampage Edition. I remember playing it back in 2017, right after Overwatch's boom. At the time, it...This might seem like an odd choice, but I have to mention Gigantic, now relaunched as Gigantic: Rampage Edition.
I remember playing it back in 2017, right after Overwatch's boom. At the time, it was an incredibly fun and refreshing free-to-play alternative to the hero shooter/MOBA mix. The gameplay felt innovative, the characters were vibrant and original, and the art style stood out beautifully.
Unfortunately, the original version was shut down about a year later. Now, it's returned, but as a paid game. This shift from free-to-play to paid has significantly reduced the player base, creating a frustrating cycle: fewer players mean longer matchmaking times, making the game less appealing and ultimately causing even fewer people to buy in.
It's disappointing because Gigantic really had something unique going for it initially.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
ToteRose LinkI started a new Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy playthrough after a few months because i didn't have the time and it was an incredible choice. It does feels more like watching a blockbuster than...I started a new Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy playthrough after a few months because i didn't have the time and it was an incredible choice. It does feels more like watching a blockbuster than playing a game though. The gameplay can drag, especially early on (mostly spamming simple attacks until everything dies and pretty basic platforming) but the real highlight is the story. The character interactions, branching dialogue choices, and cinematic cutscenes are fantastic. If you're here for a casual game, the Guardians' banter, plot twists, and the feeling that your decisions actually matter, it nails it!
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Comment on Looking for games you can play on a laptop with a trackpad in ~games
ToteRose Link ParentI tried to suggest a bit of everything and since those two are platformers the trackpad shouldn't be an issue, you'd only use it to navigate menus. As per the difficulty: I also find it way easier...I tried to suggest a bit of everything and since those two are platformers the trackpad shouldn't be an issue, you'd only use it to navigate menus.
As per the difficulty: I also find it way easier to play on a controller but hey, if someone could beat Dark Souls on a drum kit I think OP can enjoy some platforming on keyboard
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Comment on Looking for games you can play on a laptop with a trackpad in ~games
ToteRose LinkIf you're into turn based combat you should try Slay the Spire or Backpack Hero! But if you're looking for something more fast paced maybe something like Hollow Knight, Celeste or even Undertale....If you're into turn based combat you should try Slay the Spire or Backpack Hero! But if you're looking for something more fast paced maybe something like Hollow Knight, Celeste or even Undertale. All of these are incredible games and the trackpad shouldn't be an issue.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
ToteRose Link ParentI didn't enjoy it much at first either, but it really grew on me so good luck!I didn't enjoy it much at first either, but it really grew on me so good luck!
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
ToteRose Link ParentIt has been amazing! Didn't even break a sweat running Stardew Valley. It's actually powerful enough that I tried GTA V and even Cyberpunk 2077. After tweaking a few power-saving settings and...It has been amazing! Didn't even break a sweat running Stardew Valley. It's actually powerful enough that I tried GTA V and even Cyberpunk 2077. After tweaking a few power-saving settings and lowering the graphics to medium for the most part, it ran smoothly for hours. I ran out of battery before it even got to creazy temps. It's pretty impresive to have that level of performance on the go!
And yeah! Stardew is perfect for some casual gaming in pretty much any system, it requeires so little that you can play for hours without worrying much. How did she enjoy playing it?
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
ToteRose Link ParentJust got my hands on a ROG ALLY and finally tried Stardew Valley for the first time with some friends. It's honestly the perfect game to relax and just spend time together even for those with a...Just got my hands on a ROG ALLY and finally tried Stardew Valley for the first time with some friends. It's honestly the perfect game to relax and just spend time together even for those with a lower end pc or poor internet connection.
I'll look up that particular thing and try not to go down a link rabbit hole.
I do the same thing! Kind of. If I need to find something or have a question, I ask the people I'm playing with instead, I've warn them I like to learn by myself and that they should only answer what I ask. So far I'm loving it!
In reality, here on Earth and assuming our moon gets replaced by this ring and it's on a stable orbit around Earth, I think there would be a series of side effects happening other than just the view. I'm no expert and I'll probably be wrong in most of these so take it with a grain of salt.
Tides would weaken almost immediately, a ring system applies a more uniform gravitational pull, while the Moon creates dynamic, focused tidal bulges. Coastal ecosystems that rely on strong tidal flows (like wetlands and estuaries) would start to destabilize within weeks. Species that depend on those cycles for feeding, migration, or reproduction could be hit hard.
Long-term, without the Moon’s gravitational pull to stabilize Earth’s axial tilt, we might see chaotic wobbling over thousands to millions of years. That could lead to extreme seasonal variations or even ice ages in unexpected regions.
I also imagine rings could subtly affect global temperatures, depending on their density and angle, either by reflecting sunlight or casting large shadows at certain times of year. That could drive localized climate differences, especially near the equator.
Even without direct plot relevance, I think rings could inspire cultural, mythological, or even architectural responses, especially if they were vividly visible in the sky. So while a lot of sci-fi uses rings as vibes-only, I love the idea of leaning into the deeper implications.
Once again, I'm no astrophysicists but it was a neat little mental exercise!