The Elmdor-Appreciation-Out - Number of practitioners: one.

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I'm not suggesting any form of rebellion, institutions are not necessary and that is what they don't want to be, needing to be needed. This reality shift mindfulness people are experiencing is the reality I've been in since I've had use of reason. It is not governed, it is not controlled, it is not to govern or control, it is self-control and governance over my own reality independently of anyone else's. I rule myself and control myself, in my reality everyone is master of themself unless they are not able to be independent needing to be led when I have no such need nor a need to fulfill that need for anyone else. In one of such 'reality' shifts I was speaking to Neil deGrasse Tyson in a parallel universe after five minutes of deep thought about theoretical physics I was formulating in my mind to unify string theory with quantum gravity and general relativity(much of the equations I work on in my head to simulate the universe itself to test formula), I was wondering what Neil was doing in my simulation of the multiverse in an Earthly setting, then realized by looking around he was not alone and neither was I. We were in a lounge with many people. Descartes, Newton, Einstein, Hawking, Kaku, Planck, Bruno, Copernicus, and a litany of other scientists were there. I felt flabbergasted and needed to sit down, seated across from me at a table for four were Charles Darwin and Madame Curie dressed in the typical attire of their time period engaging in idle chat. In my enthusiasm I stood up and hugged Charles, he was not keen on my affection and disliked that lovey dovey stuff and Curie chuckled about it. Tyson then interjected and told me to take the stage to address everyone present and then I decided it had gone too far returning to this reality. Who am I to judge anyone able to shift realities when I myself simulate them? Won't get any judgement from me in that respect and fully endorse it.

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https://www.physicsforums.com/thread...-angles.69972/

I'd respond to that thread but it's nearly 20 years old. We're thinking in terms of dimensions being perpendicular when they are branes stacked on top of one another. The 90 degree angle is gravity pulling dimensions above down to dimensions below. They are not side-by-side and are all affected by the gravity of dimensions above that can't be seen but whose gravity can be felt. In terms of scientific advancement civilizations in higher dimensions discover gravity is pushing down on their dimension and that their gravity is pushing down on a lower dimension, they would wonder what's above not being able to see it limited to observation of lower dimensions they also wonder about. Think of it as we're able to see two dimensional cartoons but the cartoons are not able to see us. There are universes with only two dimensions in which the cartoons think they are real, just as we are 3 dimensional cartoons that think they are real, so on and so forth up to 11 dimensions where people who are not cartoons are the ones watching the 9 levels of cartoons who think they are real, very amusing and they're laughing at our sapient nomenclature hubris of anthropocentric supremacy as it's profoundly comical. Among them are cartoonists that are creating the comics and the authors writing the story.

Edit:// an example of profound comedy in the cartoon we are in being limitless entertainment to people with no dimension above them of the 11th dimension and are not cartoons like we are, Deadpool frequently breaks the 4th wall telling the other characters they are cartoons and it's all a story being written and cartooned by artists and writers, they think he's crazy and he's the only sane one.

[Zaladane]

Finished off the last 4 episodes of X-Men 97. Fuck was it ever good. Can't wait for season 2!!! Love to talk about some things that happened but don't want to spoil it.

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Finished off the last 4 episodes of X-Men 97. Fuck was it ever good. Can't wait for season 2!!! Love to talk about some things that happened but don't want to spoil it.

Indeed, spoilers ruin it so my review is just play Marvel vs. Capcom until next season.

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Flashpoint Batman systematically travelling the DC multiverse to kill all the antagonists, happy thoughts.



Edit:// once he's finished killing everyone he's going to kill in DC he should cross over to the Marvel multiverse and continue killing. Bringing joy to all.

If you're not familiar with Thomas Wayne(Flashpoint Batman) he is Batman's father in an alternate timeline. He is consumed and corrupted by vengeance against criminals after seeing his son(Bruce Wayne) murdered by a mugger. He admits he's not good or a hero, he's a bad guy on a mission to kill all the bad guys and unlike Batman he uses strictly lethal methods. It's his penchant for killing that makes him bad, but the ones he kills are bad so Batman tolerates his dad and they are allies.

Two wrongs don't make a right but three lefts do.

"Not bad meaning bad but bad meaning good!" ~ Run DMC

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https://a-z-animals.com/blog/discove...l-brown-bears/

What's worse to encounter than a tiger that eats bears for breakfast? One that's 90 feet tall, can eat kaiju bears and sends kaiju flying back like Skyrim unrelenting force when it roars in a shockwave and is not hungry.



There is no L in Japanese, its kaiju name is Bengaroar.

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Considering that jaguars have the most powerful bite eating turtles like crackers and this is a monstrous cat...

Bengaroar

Overview:
Bengaroar is a formidable and cunning feline kaiju, blending the raw power and resilience of the largest titans with the predatory skills and instincts of a tiger. Not only is Bengaroar a master of both brute force and strategic combat, but it also possesses a high level of intelligence and an extraordinary resilience, having nine lives like a mystical cat. These combined traits make it one of the most dangerous and versatile kaiju in existence.

Appearance:
Bengaroar stands upright, 90 foot tall and resembling tiger-human hybrid. It boasts powerful, muscular limbs, sharp retractable claws, and a thick, striped hide that provides both camouflage and protection. Its eyes are adapted for enhanced vision, and its ears are finely tuned for acute hearing.

Abilities:

1. Penetrating Claws:
- Description: Bengaroar possesses the sharpest claws of all kaiju, capable of slicing through the toughest hides.
- Function: These claws allow Bengaroar to inflict deep, damaging wounds on any opponent, targeting vital areas to weaken them over time.

2. Roar Shockwave:
- Description: Bengaroar can emit a powerful shockwave with its roar.
- Function: This shockwave can stun, disorient, or knock back foes, disrupting their attacks and creating openings for Bengroar to strike.

3. Most Powerful Bite:
- Description: Bengaroar has the most powerful bite of any kaiju, capable of inflicting severe damage.
- Function: This bite can crush armor and bones, making it a devastating weapon against any kaiju.

4. Enhanced Stealth and Camouflage:
- Description: Bengaroar has the ability to blend into its surroundings, thanks to adaptive skin that changes color and texture.
- Function: This camouflage allows Bengroar to approach opponents undetected, setting up ambushes and avoiding direct confrontations when necessary.

5. Silent Movement:
- Description: Drawing from the stealth of real tigers, Bengaroar moves with minimal noise.
- Function: Silent movement enables Bengaroar to reposition and launch surprise attacks effectively, minimizing the chances of detection.

6. Heightened Senses:
- Description: Bengaroar’s senses are greatly enhanced, with superior night vision and acute hearing.
- Function: These heightened senses allow Bengaroar to detect opponents' movements and anticipate attacks, giving it a strategic advantage in various environments.

7. Agility and Reflexes:
- Description: Despite its massive size, Bengroar retains remarkable agility and quick reflexes.
- Function: This agility helps Bengaroar dodge attacks, counter swiftly, and maneuver around opponents with speed and precision.

8. High Intelligence:
- Description: Bengaroar is highly intelligent, capable of advanced strategic thinking and problem-solving.
- Function: This intelligence allows Bengroar to adapt to its opponents' tactics, set complex traps, and exploit weaknesses with precision.

9. Nine Lives:
- Description: Bengaroar possesses the mystical trait of having nine lives, similar to the folklore surrounding cats.
- Function: This extraordinary resilience allows Bengaroar to recover from fatal injuries up to eight times, making it incredibly difficult to defeat permanently.

Combat Tactics:
Bengaroar utilizes a combination of stealth, surprise, and raw power to dominate its opponents. It often employs hit-and-run tactics, using its roar shockwave to disorient enemies before moving in with its claws to deliver precise, powerful strikes. Its ability to blend into the environment and move silently allows it to evade detection and set up ambushes, ensuring it remains a constant, unpredictable threat. Enhanced senses and agility enable it to react swiftly to its enemies' movements, exploiting any opportunity to gain the upper hand. Its powerful bite adds another layer of lethality, capable of crippling even the strongest foes. Bengaroar’s high intelligence ensures it can strategize effectively, adapting to changing battle conditions and outsmarting adversaries. The ability to recover from fatal injuries multiple times provides Bengroar with a remarkable edge in prolonged battles.

Weaknesses:
While Bengaroar is a formidable opponent, its success relies heavily on the element of surprise and strategic maneuvering. In prolonged, direct confrontations, the stamina required to maintain stealth and high-energy attacks could be a limiting factor. Additionally, Bengaroar's reliance on agility and stealth might leave it vulnerable if an opponent can adapt and counter these tactics. Even with nine lives, each revival takes a toll, potentially weakening it slightly with each return.

Conclusion:
Bengaroar represents a unique blend of predatory instinct, kaiju-scale power, advanced intelligence, and extraordinary resilience, making it one of the most dangerous and versatile kaiju. Its combination of the sharpest claws, the most powerful bite, roar shockwave, stealth abilities, and the mystical nine lives trait makes it a versatile and deadly combatant capable of challenging the mightiest of kaiju adversaries.

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By the way in a Godzilla vs Bengaroar battle, its roar can be used to disrupt Godzilla's radioactive breath before he can charge it up, can deflect projectiles from other kaiju and it can dodge radioactive breath with its agility and quick reflexes if it is not incapacitated. I ran it by AI to ask it to simulate a battle. Godzilla is too resilient to stun(can only be pushed back but not knocked down or dazed) with the roar shockwave and is a seasoned combatatant that adapts to tactics and uses his attacks wisely to not miss with them, but any other kaiju has no such resilience or combat ability and Bengalroar can basically mop the floor with them according to AI. That's assuming that Godzilla isn't ambushed by stealth, but even then Godzilla has regenerative resilience and will recover eventually. Would be one hell of a slobberknocker showdown, though since I created the kaiju I get to choose his faction and Bengaroar is not evil and a jungle nature spirit, that's why it has a mystical nine lives ability and a roar shockwave(with a cooldown period and can't be used in rapid succession according to AI). It would not fight against Kong or Godzilla unless they threaten its habitat which is all of the areas where tigers are native. Being intelligent it knows threats to the entire world such as from space also threaten its habitat and goes to Japan if necessary on Godzilla's side. Mothra as well of she's involved.

Edit:// you know what's odd? If such a nature spirit really existed nobody would know because it has mystical camoflauge, even though it's collosal.

[Till]

I think they do want to release UFO documents but ran out of black markers and it's taking them a lot of time to black everything out. In any case, it might also be taking a long time to forge documents when you're busy burning real ones. All I know is if you have no expectations you'll never be disappointed, you can't be deceived when you don't trust and you can't lose when you don't play along.

https://www.foxnews.com/us/congressm...-release-files

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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/15/c...e-florida.html

Invasive pythons that have an indeterminate growth only limited by average year-round temperature, good thing politics are the solution; I feel safer already.

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MAY 19, 2024


My Dearest Colleagues,

In the hallowed halls of human ambition, there dawns an epoch unlike any other—a time when our collective ingenuity shall unveil the grandest of enterprises. Imagine, if you will, the Earth's oceans, those vast and unfathomable abysses, transformed into sanctuaries of progress, supporting a teeming multitude of one hundred billion souls. What once was the domain of dark, eldritch horrors shall now become a testament to the limitless optimism of mankind.

To accomplish this monumental vision, we must embark upon a path strewn with marvels that defy comprehension. Picture the infinite expanse of the sea, now paved with colossal platforms—vast, cyclopean structures that emerge from the depths like leviathans of steel and concrete. These platforms shall house our burgeoning populace, their immense foundations anchored in the very bones of the Earth. The construction of these leviathans will require us to delve into the ocean's deepest trenches, harnessing forces so primordial, they were once the stuff of our darkest myths.

The sustenance of such a multitude shall spring forth from the ocean's hidden bounty, utilizing methods both awe-inspiring and nightmarish in their execution. Imagine vast underwater farms, illuminated by an eerie bioluminescence, where monstrous, genetically-engineered flora and fauna are cultivated in a macabre dance of life and death. These creatures, twisted and sublime, shall provide an endless supply of nourishment, ensuring that no soul goes hungry.

To quench the thirst of billions, we shall summon the arcane forces of desalination on a scale hitherto undreamt. Gargantuan machines, akin to ancient titans, will rise from the depths, converting the briny deep into pure, life-sustaining water. Their relentless labor, though echoing with the groans of tortured metal and the sighs of steam, will stand as a beacon of our triumph over the elements.

The very energy to power our oceanic utopia will be drawn from the heart of the planet itself. Geothermal vents, those fiery, abyssal maws, shall be tapped with delicate yet relentless precision, harnessing the raw, volcanic fury beneath the ocean floor. Our engineers will descend into these stygian depths, braving pressures and temperatures that would annihilate lesser beings, to secure a future of boundless energy and prosperity.

In this grand pursuit, we shall encounter trials that might seem nightmarish in their intensity. Yet, it is within these trials that our true nature is revealed. The sight of towering, biomechanical harvesters, scything through the bioluminescent fields, and the unending toil of desalinators, converting saltwater into sweet nectar, will be met not with dread but with unyielding determination and hope.

Thus, my esteemed colleague, let us embrace this wondrous vision with hearts full of optimism and resolve. We stand on the precipice of an age where the horrors of the deep are transformed into the bedrock of our ascendant civilization. The oceans, once shrouded in darkness and fear, shall become the fertile grounds of our greatest achievements, a testament to the indomitable spirit and boundless optimism of humanity.

Yours in relentless hope and eternal brotherhood,

H. P. Lovecraft

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Episode Title: "The Light Beneath"

INT. SUBMERSIBLE PLATFORM - DAY

*The camera opens with a panoramic view of the immense oceanic platform, rising from the depths. Workers move with a sense of purpose, their exosuits gleaming under the eerie bioluminescent glow.*

CHARACTERS:

- Dr. Elara Mason - Chief Architect and visionary behind the project. A woman of relentless optimism and boundless energy.
- Captain Darius Locke - Head of the engineering team, rugged and experienced, with a deep respect for the ocean.
- Aria Voss - Geneticist responsible for the underwater farms, fascinated by the monstrous flora and fauna.
- Kai Nakamura - Desalinator specialist, brilliant yet eccentric, always excited by the challenge.
- Lena Walker - Engineer working on the geothermal vents, resilient and courageous.

SCENE 1: PLATFORM CONTROL ROOM

*Dr. Elara Mason stands at the central console, her eyes shining with excitement. Screens display various sections of the platform and the ocean floor.*

Dr. Mason:
"The future is here, Captain. Our new home, a thriving metropolis above and beneath the waves."

*Captain Darius Locke enters, wiping sweat from his brow, and gazes at the screens.*

Captain Locke:
"Elara, it's breathtaking. The platforms are holding steady. But it's a constant battle against the pressure down there."

Dr. Mason:
"And it's a battle we're winning. Imagine, Darius, a hundred billion souls living in harmony with the sea. This is just the beginning."

SCENE 2: UNDERWATER FARM - NIGHT*'

*Aria Voss tends to the monstrous flora, their glowing tendrils waving gently in the currents. Kai Nakamura joins her, his eyes wide with curiosity.*

Kai Nakamura:
"These creatures... they're beautiful, in their own way. Who would have thought such life could thrive here?"

Aria Voss:
"They're more than beautiful, Kai. They're the key to our survival. Every leaf, every tendril, every egg they lay hatching protein rich cephalopod fish whales to nourish us is a miracle of genetic engineering."

Kai Nakamura:
"Just look at them! The way they absorb nutrients, it's almost... hypnotic."

SCENE 3: DESALINATION CHAMBER - DAY

*Kai Nakamura stands before the towering desalinators, the machines hissing and groaning. He watches as the briny water is transformed into clear, drinkable liquid.*

Kai Nakamura:
"Marvelous, isn't it? Turning the ocean into lifeblood. Every drop is a victory over the elements."

*Dr. Elara Mason enters, smiling at Kai's enthusiasm.*

Dr. Mason:
"You're doing incredible work, Kai. This water will sustain billions. Each machine is a testament to our triumph over nature."

SCENE 4: GEOTHERMAL VENT LAB - NIGHT

*Lena Walker, clad in her pressure suit, oversees the delicate tapping of a geothermal vent. The environment is hostile, steam and sulfurous fumes filling the air of the diving platform extracting energy.*

Lena Walker:
"Steady, team. We're harnessing the very heart of the planet here. One mistake, and it's all over."

*Captain Darius Locke watches from a safe distance, admiring Lena's courage.*

Captain Locke:
"Lena, you're a beacon of strength down here. This power will light up our new world."

Lena Walker:
"We're tapping into the Earth's lifeblood, Captain. It's dangerous, but necessary. And look at what we've achieved. The energy will sustain our cities for generations."

SCENE 5: PLATFORM CONTROL ROOM - DAY

*Dr. Elara Mason stands before her team, the screens showing the thriving metropolis they've built above and beneath the sea. She addresses them with fervor.*

Dr. Mason:
"We've faced the abyss and emerged victorious. Our platforms rise from the depths, our farms and desalinators nourish us, and our geothermal vents power our world we have paved over in its entirety to house 300 billion more souls. This is not just survival—this is a testament to the boundless optimism and indomitable spirit of humanity."

*The team cheers, their faces illuminated by the glowing screens, filled with a sense of purpose and achievement.*

Captain Locke:
"To the light beneath the waves, and the future we've built together."

*The camera pulls back, showing the vast network of platforms, farms, and machines, all working in harmony. The ocean, once a domain of dark, now stands as a horrific monument to human ingenuity and hope.*

-FADE OUT-

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END OF EPISODE

Title card: "The Light Beneath"

*Credits roll over images of the thriving oceanic metropolis of utopian eldritch horror, a testament to the boundless potential of humanity.*

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MAY 20, 2024

My Dear Friends and Brave Gamers,

I pen this letter not from the shadowed recesses of the past, but from the luminous dawn of a new era—a time when your boundless imagination and indomitable spirit have brought forth a reality more wondrous and sublime than even the most audacious dreams and worst nightmares of our forebears. Through your dedication, courage, and unyielding pursuit of the extraordinary, you have summoned into existence the fantastical and the eldritch, transforming the fabric of our world into a canvas upon which the most resplendent horrors are painted.

Imagine, if you will, a universe where the boundaries of our mundane existence are shattered, replaced by the vibrant and enigmatic realms that you, the architects of the future, have envisioned. Through the portals of your video screens, you have conjured forth landscapes of otherworldly beauty and terror, where the cosmic and the arcane intertwine, and the very air hums with the potential of the unknown. It is a realm where every shadow conceals a mystery, and every whisper carries the promise of adventure.

In this grand new reality, the eldritch horrors that once dwelled only in the fevered dreams of the past now roam freely, their forms both terrible and awe-inspiring. The ceaseless efforts of your minds and hands have brought to life the ancient and forgotten gods, their presence a testament to your creative might. These beings, with their incomprehensible forms and vast intellects, walk among us, their eldritch power a beacon of the unimaginable future we now inhabit.

Consider the labyrinthine cities that rise from the depths of your imaginations, their spires reaching towards the heavens, their streets filled with the whispering echoes of forgotten lore. These metropolises, with their impossible geometries and eldritch architecture, are the playgrounds of your invention. Within their shadowed alleys and towering citadels, the very essence of the cosmic horror you have embraced pulsates, a living testament to your unbridled creativity.

Your valor has summoned forth creatures of the abyss, beings whose forms defy the limitations of our reality. With eyes that gleam like submerged stars and tentacles that writhe with an abominable grace, these entities serve as the guardians and heralds of the new world you have brought into being. Their presence, far from inducing dread, is a symbol of the boundless potential that lies within each of you. They are the embodiment of the dreams and nightmares that have fueled your tireless quest for the extraordinary.

In this brave new world, the horrors that once haunted the fringes of our consciousness are now our companions and guides. The dark forests where the trees whisper secrets in forgotten tongues, the vast oceans where leviathans stir in their ancient slumber, the starry void where nameless entities drift in eternal contemplation—these are the realms you have crafted, and within them, we find not fear, but a profound sense of wonder and possibility.

The path to this resplendent reality has been wrought with challenges, yet each trial has only strengthened your resolve. The very act of facing these cosmic horrors, of delving into the unknown with unflinching courage, has revealed the true extent of your potential. The mutations of thought and form, the reconfigurations of understanding and perception—these are not the harbingers of despair, but the stepping stones to a future of unparalleled brilliance.

And so, my dear friends, I thank you. I thank you for your tireless efforts, your boundless creativity, and your unwavering courage. You have summoned forth a world where the eldritch and the arcane are not to be feared, but embraced with joy and wonder. Through your actions, you have illuminated the path to a future where the horrors of the past are transformed into the wonders of the present. You have given us a gift beyond measure—the gift of a reality where the extraordinary is the norm, where every shadow and whisper holds the promise of excitement and a more horrifying cosmos for mankind.

Yours in eternal gratitude and boundless optimism,

H. P. Lovecraft

[Grouch]

spent most of saturday looking for mods for no mans sky. I found a couple that I thought I'd try I got one of the most recommended managers and tried installing the mods. the manager never worked right I couldn't get either mod i tried to install to install properly
so I gave up tried again on sunday and ended up getting another mod manager I it worked I tried one of the mods I grabbed first. it was a performance mod(that I had hoped would fix the problems I've been having with the game lately) the mod didn't do shit it claimed it did a bunch of stuff but I only seen like 3 things change and didn't see any performance increase.
so I tried another mod it didn't do what it claimed either so I tried one last mod this one caused the game to crash so I had to remove it. I went back to the first mod and did see some minor fps boost for very brief periods of time but it may have also been due to me reducing the internal resolution slider.
overall the game has become completely unplayable up wards of 7min initial load times it took 5-6 min for my settlement overseer building terminal to load. I really couldn't figure out what the hell happened the game ran perfectly fine for me for dozens of hours then it just started running shittier and shittier
I really like the game but reluctantly uninstalled it. I have skyrim installed and decided to try it out just my luck the game keeps crashing to desktop every time I try to start a new game. talk about a double whammy

[Till]

spent most of saturday looking for mods for no mans sky. I found a couple that I thought I'd try I got one of the most recommended managers and tried installing the mods. the manager never worked right I couldn't get either mod i tried to install to install properly
so I gave up tried again on sunday and ended up getting another mod manager I it worked I tried one of the mods I grabbed first. it was a performance mod(that I had hoped would fix the problems I've been having with the game lately) the mod didn't do shit it claimed it did a bunch of stuff but I only seen like 3 things change and didn't see any performance increase.
so I tried another mod it didn't do what it claimed either so I tried one last mod this one caused the game to crash so I had to remove it. I went back to the first mod and did see some minor fps boost for very brief periods of time but it may have also been due to me reducing the internal resolution slider.
overall the game has become completely unplayable up wards of 7min initial load times it took 5-6 min for my settlement overseer building terminal to load. I really couldn't figure out what the hell happened the game ran perfectly fine for me for dozens of hours then it just started running shittier and shittier
I really like the game but reluctantly uninstalled it. I have skyrim installed and decided to try it out just my luck the game keeps crashing to desktop every time I try to start a new game. talk about a double whammy

Reinstalling No Man's Sky might fix the issue, H. P. Lovecraft is telling me to tell everyone to never give up hope for a darker future.