Luxury mini buses often come equipped with a range of amenities to provide a comfortable and upscale travel experience. Here are some common features and amenities that you can inquire about when considering a luxury mini bus rental:

1. Plush Seating: Luxury mini buses typically offer premium, comfortable seating with ample legroom and ergonomic designs. Seats may be upholstered with high-quality materials for added comfort.
2. Leather Interiors: Many luxury mini buses feature luxurious leather upholstery, including seats, armrests, and other interior elements, adding a touch of elegance to the overall ambiance.
3. High-End Audio/Visual Systems: Luxury mini buses often have advanced audio and visual systems for entertainment purposes. This can include high-quality sound systems, multiple speakers, large LCD or LED screens, DVD/Blu-ray players, and even options for media streaming or connectivity to personal devices.
4. Climate Control: These buses typically have advanced climate control systems, allowing passengers to adjust the temperature and airflow according to their preferences. This ensures a comfortable environment throughout the journey.
5. Ambient Lighting: Luxury mini buses may offer customizable ambient lighting options to create a soothing and sophisticated atmosphere during travel.
6. Onboard Restrooms: Some luxury mini buses may include onboard restrooms, providing convenience and eliminating the need for frequent stops during long journeys.
7. Refreshment Centers: Depending on the rental company and specific vehicle, luxury mini buses may have built-in refreshment centers or mini bars. These can include refrigerators, beverage coolers, and storage for snacks and refreshments.
8. Connectivity and Charging: Look for features like Wi-Fi connectivity, USB charging ports, and power outlets that allow passengers to stay connected and charge their devices while on board.
9. Privacy Features: As discussed earlier, luxury mini buses may include privacy features such as tinted windows, curtains, or blinds that offer a sense of exclusivity and seclusion.
10. Additional Amenities: Depending on the specific luxury mini bus, there may be other features available such as overhead storage compartments, cup holders, individual reading lights, and more.

It's important to communicate your specific preferences and requirements to the rental company, as the availability of amenities may vary depending on the vehicle model and the rental package. This will allow the rental company to provide you with accurate information about the amenities included in their luxury mini bus offerings.

These are not in any particular order - some may have come a few weeks ago, some today.
But I do have good news: I did NOT work on cards at all this weekend, because I spent Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday all doing amazing fun things with my wife as we kicked off our celebration of Pride month. For those who don't know, we currently have two houses, in two different states, one where she mostly lives (in the U.S. Pacific Northwest) and one where I mostly live (in the U.S. Southwest, known as the Cactus Cathouse). We are gearing up to sell our northern outpost house and live together in the Cactus Cathouse, and this was sort of our "last hurrah" weekend before showings and whatnot really get started.
But now, I'm trying to get cardthings caught up so that I'm not trying to deal with them during the eventual relocation, starting with these thanks and hopefully progressing on to a request and an offer tomorrow as time permits.
Also, someone in this (long) list sent me a lovely, large rainbow snail vinyl sticker, but I couldn't tell whose mail it came from. (Maybe u/amyt13?) Anyway, whoever you are, I appreciate you immensely and I'm sorry for not organizing myself better.
Thanks to:
(First of all, thanks to the flair team, because yikes this is the worst and I'm very sorry!)
u/amabisca - This handmade purple card (my favorite color!) is amazing and was such an uplifting surprise. Thank you so, so much!
u/amyt13 (x2) - Thank you for the beautiful handmade collage card, the Oscar Wilde card, and all the extras! I hope you are able to find a good place to call home too - the one you were describing sounds like my kind of town, and I hope it works out. I'll cross my fingers for you!
u/AppleCritter723 - This cute botanical card/letter I an opening from you is dated in April. APRIL, friend. I am sorry. It is full of good news and cute stickers and I swear I will write actual mail and not just send weird envelopes of things to you and your "bigger little" soon. I hope your Memorial Day weekend travels weren't too bad, and that Gandalf the adventurer is letting you occasionally stay inside. You created a meow-monster!
u/awachob - Goose!! I can't believe I got to be the goose! Thank you so much for a fun offer. (And for the neat stickers!)
u/blue-wanderer-quartz - I am very late saying thanks for the Five of Pentacles cat tarot sticker reading, but it was incredibly appropriate to read about pooling resources as my wife and I re-combine households in part due to love but in large part due to, well, wanting to actually have disposable income! I think it's interesting that we both chose pentacles for each other! (And the cat postcard your reading is on is very cute, I don't want to forget that!)
u/bluedecemberart (x2) - I love the vintage VA hospital postcard from Maine... and we already chatted about the "not noticing the chores" thing but rereading the card as I went to post this made me sure again that we are somehow the same person. WEIRD, but COOL. And your New York skyline postcard is lovely, and now I want to watch A Crown of Candy!
u/championvilla - I adore this MarioKart card! My wife and I used to play a lot (right now, we have the game systems packed for house-showing). I hope that your husband is continuing to feel better (and that the cat finally decided to get off of him, lol!)
u/chiquita61 - The sloth mermaid dolphin thank-you card with penguin stickers is absolutely wonderful... and I am so happy you liked my "reject" sticker card in all its glory!
u/comingtogetyoubabs (x6) - This crystal ball card with Petit's ABSOLUTE WISDOM is just amazing, friend. (Also, did I get a little teary at "writer of hugs in card form" MAYBE). And the amazing goodies you included - the cat-yang patch, your beautiful handmade notepaper... there is no way I deserve the awesomeness that is you "buzzing" into my life. And then the second cat card and all the goodies, including the adorable bookmark...! And THEN I realized you had hand-drawn me three tarot cards that you wrote about, AND then I found your origami letter... I am in awe, friend. You are wonderful!
u/cswl (x10) - This is what I get for not keeping up with my thanks, I feel silly with how behind I am for you, my dear friend! (Both in thanking AND in writing back.) Thank you for the cute plant notecard (I do not do Informed Delivery because it will just make me sad, I think); the red fox postcard (did you go to Fogo, which is one of my favorite places ever??); the "sources of acid" postcard (I always feel better when I have time for myself too, and also always delay it too long); the absolutely delicious LouPaper charcuterie board postcard (I have both too many cards and somehow never the ones I really feel like I wish I had to send people); the postcard from The Lion King (yay garage sale days!); the Strange Planet vibrating cat postcard (so outnumbered, I have given up, they are in charge now); the two different New Yorker cartoon cards (you are 100% right - hard times are harder on the one holding down the fort in SO many ways, been there/done that, and also guilt trips suck and I'm sorry the person tried to send you on one); the cute bird saying hi card (the one-house thing was her idea first, and it will definitely be for the best, though I need to make sure I keep focusing on me too!); and especially thanks for "Content Lives Everywhere" collage you made - that is just wonderful. You are so great. I am sorry I'm such a bad postal pal but I'm trying to do better!
u/dazeyferry (x2) - My dear friend, this penguin with flowers card is AMAZING and I am so, so grateful that you thought of me when you saw it. And the little floral thank-you card addition was perfect as well. I love you and I am so glad we are friends! As far as bingeworthy shows - have you seen Ted Lasso? Schmigadoon? (Both on AppleTV.) Those are amazing. We also started watching Hello, Tomorrow, which is a bit sad sometimes but really good! I'll try to think of some more, too.
u/draconic_healing - I love this little tiny Polaroid-style postcard - it's adorable! Please pet the kitty for me - I couldn't tell if you wrote "Bear" or "Bean" but both are great names!
u/dwrfstr - This gold penguin card is amazing and adorable and I cannot believe your luck to find it thrifted! I picked up a set of hundreds of vintage postcards from an art reuse store that's near where we met up, and I ended up with, like, 16 of the same weird chapel at a church camp in South Dakota, so you definitely win...
u/fancayschmanzayyy - Your cat thank-you card was wonderful (as were the cool stickers!) And most of all, I very much appreciate you telling me about your act of kindness and I especially appreciate your caregiving nature. I cared for my mom for many years before she passed away and stories like the one you told will always be especially important to me. You make a difference and I am so grateful you exist!
u/Fancykiddens (x2) - I feel terribly, terribly guilty for how late I am thanking you for this amazing CARD-CEPTION package!! First, from the pengin section: the pengin family you drew me, how awesome are they?! You are so talented! I almost never keep envelopes but this one got immediately saved with my "penguin stash." Then there was your beautiful handmade Frida Kahlo card - exactly my vibe, I love it! The penguin goodie bag with the penguins and their fish snackles inside was adorable too. And then, moving to the "monsteroo" or cute monster section, I adored your Monsters Inc. letter and goodies as well! I especially liked hearing that, at the time you wrote it, you were feeling particularly well and accomplished, and I adored hearing how much carding has helped your outlook. SAME, FRIEND. So much so!!
u/feellikebeingajerk (x2) - Holly Hobbie card (the first, maybe?) has arrived! And yes, it brought back awesome memories. I didn't get a lot of "trendy" things growing up, as my parents and I didn't have a lot of money, but there was a discount department store near us, sort of an early version of a T.J. Maxx or Ross that was called Hills, and it would sometimes get slight misprints or seconds of things like bedding, which is, I am -positive-, how I came to be able to have Holly Hobbie. And I don't remember anything "wrong" with it, so, way to go, Mom of PinkPengin, for that find! LOL. Also, thanks for the cool Papyrus thank-you card from your random offer, and for the stickers!
u/fieldofcabins - This adorable bee thank-you postcard is so great (and the penguin as the stamp image, ahhh!) I am glad your dad is healing and please let him know I'm still thinking of him. (And of course I'm always thinking of you, too!)
u/GizmoDOS - Thanks for the solar system postcard, friend! I loved hearing from you. Life really has been hectic lately. I hope yours is moving in the direction of settling down. Mine is going to be rough briefly but then hopefully a lot smoother!
u/hermitcreature - I love this Studio Ghibli-themed card and all the great stickers and dragon facts from your book (and the amazing Zimbabwean owl stamp)! I hope you will like your card from me in exchange when it arrives - I just sent it this week, I am very sorry!
u/HexagonalRainbow - I loved your anime postcard but even more, I loved hearing about your concert!
u/isar-love (x2) - These cartoon owls with their hats and shoes on your card from March are AMAZING! (And the accompanying postcard with more behatted owls also made my day!) I agree with you very much that owl facial expressions are the thing that especially warms my heart to them. They seem so intelligent and curious and often kind (especially in illustrations) with their big eyes looking right at me! I have several little stuffed-animal friend owls, including two very special ones named Swoops (who is tan) and Fwoops (who is pink, though his name reference is from fuschia - he is a "Fuschia Swoops" - way better than a Pink Swoops, who I fear would have to be "Poops," LOL!) Thank you so much for your wonderful kindness and friendship and fun mail!
u/jaimekj - Thank you for the floral card, great stickers and most importantly your note and your friendship! I do like New Mexico (more than my part of the Southwest, honestly, but we had family reasons we picked where we did)! I'm crossing my fingers about an interest-rate drop. If I had my choice, I'd either like to find someone bigger in Washington, or move back to Pennsylvania, I think. There are ups and downs to both. And I will VERY much hate going back to snow, that's one thing I do love about where I am in the desert!
u/jvanct88 - I cannot tell you how thrilled I am to have a letter from you with an update (and updated address), dear friend! In one way, I am VERY sorry for all the things you have been finding out, but in another way I am happy that you finally know the truth and I believe that knowing it will be very helpful in having closure and a good feeling as you move to a new chapter in your life. And I am VERY hopeful that your tattoo came out amazing! I am a big, big fan of tattoos and piercings. A funny story is that I got 2 new tattoos and several piercings when my wife and I were separated, including a nosering, which she always said she hated. (She didn't mind other tattoos and piercings generally.) When we got back together, she apologized for ever saying that, and said how good it looks on me. That was nice, but I very plainly also told her, "I wouldn't care even if you hate it, because I love it and I'm keeping it forever." LOL! Anyway, I love this dinosaur princess cactus card and I am very happy to hear from you and will write to you again soon!
u/KatDuq (x3) - My dear friend!! This butterfly card you made to thank me for MY card in honor of your new letter opener is beautiful (as are the included penguin stickers, which are beautiful, of course!) I also loved your separate letter talking about the things you make. I do journal, sometimes, but I suffer from the problem of all notebook and journal-havers... I hate to USE the beautiful books I have lest I "mess them up!" What really helped me get out of that mindset somewhat was actually the Happy Planner notebooks, because I felt like I could always remove pages and rearrange! And now I am getting into bookbinding and I feel like that helps too because I can more easily make things "modular" and not have the fear of ruining a whole gigantic book right off the bat. I know that's perfectionism talking and I am working on getting rid of that mindset altogether, but for now, baby steps. And HUGE congrats on what you've sold, you definitely have a customer in me if you get an online store set up! Finally, thank you for the lovely oracle reading, which (unsurprisingly) was just what I needed to hear now, tonight, as I write this! I specifically didn't look closely at it until now because I figured I'd see it when the time was right and... yup. I did. You are amazing and I appreciate you sharing your beautiful new deck with me. (And that logo stamp you got! SO worth it, it looks amazing!)
u/littlemermaidxx - Your Pride Is Everyday postcard is beautiful - thank you so much! I have Pride happy mail coming your way too.
u/maiiiu (x3) - WOW, you are way too kind to me!! What an adorable thank-you postcard, first of all. And I adored your wonderful handmade penguin collage thank-you card too, and loved hearing the good news about your summer trip plans. I hope it is a truly special time for you and your dear best friend! And then this custom penguin stationery... WOW. You are just amazing and I am very grateful! (Also, the way you attached your sticker gifts in your collage card was great, I might steal that method.)
u/melhen16 - Where did you find this amazing desert-post-office-style card? Did you make it? It's amazing! (And thank you for the beautiful stickers, too!)
u/mumbagoespainting (x3) - Your handmade hometown card is so beautiful, my friend! I loved hearing how you learned to say it. (I admit - I get that one wrong on the first try and have to correct myself every time, despite being from not terribly far south, where we heard it more than occasionally!) And your watercolor dragon is absolutely fabulous!! I loved hearing that we have very similar color tastes - purples, grays, teal! Seeing the dragon pick up those colors was perfect. Finally, your black-and-white abstract card with the glitter made me smile, though I was sad to read about why you had to miss the trip... I hope you are feeling better! And, of course, thank you again for all your stickers and other extras and most importantly for your kindness and friendship. I am beyond grateful for you!!
u/ninajyang - I like the crafty postcard from Pipsticks! And yeah... Hairspray... love the music, definitely not sure about some other things... sigh.
u/nirelleth - I absolutely adore this great penguin and fox postcard for our "wish" exchange! I hope you like yours when it arrives, too. (I just sent it last week, I am so sorry for the wait!) I think my favorite fact about penguins is that they are not all polar; in fact, some of my favorites are temperate ones. (I say, in fact, that I myself am a "temperate pengin!")
u/non_avian (x3) - I am VERY sorry this has taken me so long to write (and even to open and fully enjoy). Your handmade Scoffby postcard with my past-present-future reading was absolutely amazing and is going on my "display shelf" of some of my most treasured cards! I need to know how you made his crystal ball, which is gorgeous! Also, please tell Scoffby that I am very much food-motivated (in fact, I just bribed myself tonight with hibachi). So, his signature chant is VERY well-placed when directed at me. I also adored your letter and the cute paper it was written on, and I am thrilled about the Furby washi card and all the goodies, too! I had no idea that Furby washi even existed, though I guess I shouldn't be surprised... and the capy noodles sticker and adorable penguins and everything else... I am so grateful. I have some mail coming your way very soon; all the "parts" are ready, I just need to put them together and actually get it sent!
u/Peonynote (x2) - Your cat thank-you card was adorable and most importantly, I am so excited for all your travels (and I LOVED seeing your penguin friends together!) And the lovely rainbow card with penguin stickers and super-cute penguin sticky note, in honor of Pride Month, made my day! I hope your walking is going well, still, now that it's getting warmer and stickier.
u/ResidentComposer1939 - I loved your sweet bird notecard and your penguin drawing (it's WAY better than my drawings, let me tell you!)
u/SherlockLady (x3) - Your beautiful butterfly card was lovely as it was, and then I saw the cute mini-card with the reminder about being the happiest/healthiest version of myself, AND the special penguin painting from your young carding apprentice... and wow, I just felt so special! What an awesome gift.
u/soft_distortion - This Gender Is Such a Drag postcard is perfecttttttttt. I loved hearing about the drag brunches too!
u/thecalendonianrose - This square penguin card is amazing and I am so grateful that you thought of sending it to me! (And all the stickers are lovely, thank you!) My wife and allllll the kitties say hello back.
u/TigerLady13 - This is definitely a late thanks, I apologize! But I appreciated the vintage Continental Divide postcard and the "Peng-Win" pun... made me giggle!
u/TyeDyeAmish - I love this pufferfish card, and I have really enjoyed getting to chat with you recently! Most importantly, how was the book sale?! I'm fairly certain it's one I've been to in the past, based on the date you said you were going, and I miss it and a few others in the area so much!
u/umeshufan - Why, yes, this Cat Island postcard DOES look like my house, and yes, there are really 19 inside, and even funnier, YES, I am allergic to cats. The thing is, you do build up a tolerance to ones you are around regularly, but when I travel and then come back, it is truly a nightmare. Thankfully I almost never let any in my bedroom and never to sleep, so I can at least breathe overnight!
u/wabisabi_sf (x2) - My friend, I am in awe of these amazing pink-and-penguin-themed pieces of happy mail!! I had never seen these before and I am DEFINITELY going to be getting more. You are so wonderful to me!
u/welshfancy (x5) - Thanks for the Laughlin postcard (very belatedly)! Your trip to Long Beach sounds almost as multi-stop as my recent cards' journeys to you, though thankfully you didn't need your passport, at least?! And thank you also for the amazing handmade "blooms" collage card (which, as far as I'm concerned, is appropriate for spring OR summer, so it seems perfectly timed to me); the great cat mini-card that you wrote while either eating breakfast or getting your tires changed on your travels; the penguin-with-J-based-life-preserver doodle (which I thought was GREAT, so don't even say it's worse than your others, which I also liked!); and your lovely letter on penguin paper, plus of course the bonus stationery! You spoil me!! I'm thinking of you as you try to decide "what's next" locationally, too.
u/yetanotherblankface - I think your beautiful handmade card for the "Hometown" meta challenge is giving exactly the right vibes! It certainly made me feel cozy and relaxed, which is the feeling I'd most like to associate with home.
u/yviantics - Your hand-drawn Pink Party Penguin postcard with its lovely hat, and the great penguin sticker, absolutely made my day!! I do not draw well at all and I am always amazed when people who can will share their talent with me. Thank you so, so much! (And, by the way, I tried the bananas-and-barbecue-chips combo and was really surprised at how good it was, so thanks for that, too!)
u/56thorns and u/UseYourRuler - Thank you for the wonderful postcard from the "Falls!" My wife and I were there to ring in the New Year for 2019 and I've been a couple other times too. Such a lovely place for a getaway, and it sounds like you had fun!
u/todayisfab, u/sebisrude and u/KeenEvergreen - In my stack of not-thanked-yet mail I found my very own postcard from our meetup, and it made me smile all over again. Thank you all so much, again, for a fun day. And to whichever of you put penguin stickers on this along with the cacti - I am super impressed that you pulled that off without me noticing, they are WAY too cute.

All prices in CAD. Willing to ship worldwide, buyer pays S&H. PayPal F+F preferred, otherwise we will need to discuss their fees. Willing to trade - list of things I'm looking for are at bottom of the post. PM for more pictures.
Verification pic: https://imgur.com/a/msXSpiK
Pictures here: https://imgur.com/a/Aqu8loz
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-Deathwatch Force (well painted)
Watch Master
Captain Artemis
5 DW Bikers
5 DW Vanguard Veterans
30 DW Veterans
($400)
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-30k Kratos ($130)
-30k Spartan ($90)
-30k Contemptor (autocannons) ($50)
-30k Contemptor (DA paint job) ($50)
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-SM Lord Executioner (Captain with jump pack) ($20 OBO)
-SM Chaplain with jump pack ($20 OBO)
-SM Librarian with jump pack ($20 OBO)
-2 x Thunderfire Cannons ($40 each OBO)
-6 Bikers (painted as Crimson Fists) ($60 OBO)
-2 x Razorbacks ($45 each)
-Predator (all bits in place) ($40 OBO)
-OOP SM Models & bits - make me an offer
-5 Vanguard Veterans (no jump packs - otherwise all bits in place) ($30 OBO)
-Drop Pod 1 (NiB) ($50)
-Drop Pod 2 (full model, primed black) ($45)
-Drop Pod 3 (missing internal bits) ($40)
-Codex Deathwatch ($10 OBO)
-Codex Black Templars ($10 OBO)
Also have some older codexes, if anyone is interested in source material, fluff, etc.
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-Hive Tyrant ($45 OBO)
-GSC Broodcoven & Iconward (well-painted) ($65 OBO)
-Blackstone Fortress Lot (Cultists, Beastmen, Drones - 4 each) - make me an offer
-Grey Knights (large, clean lot, looking to offload as a single army/large chunks, please pm your reasonable offers)
-4 x Dreadknights -3 x Voldus -2 x Crowe -1 x Librarian -1 x Brother Captain Stern -1 x Lord Kaldor Draigo -35 x Strike/Interceptors -25 x Terminators -Combat Patrol - Dreadknight, Librarian, 5 Terms, 5 Strikes
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-Tau ($450)
Ethereal on hoverdrone
Commander
3 Crisis Suits
10 Fire Warriors
10 Pathfinders
Hammerhead
Pirahna
Riptide
+bits, transfers, drones, weapons (many magnetized)
-Custodes (large lot, looking to offload as a single army/large chunks, please pm your reasonable offers)
Trajan
9 Allarus Terminators
9 Vertus Praetors
10 Sisters of Silence (5 NoS)
15 Custodian Guard
10 Wardens (NiB)
6 Venetari (recast)
2 Conversion Kits for Sagitarum (recast)
1 Galatus Dreadnought (recast)
1 Achilus Dreadnought (recast)
1 Telemon Dreadnought (recast)
3 Caladius Grav Tanks (recast)
+ Big bag of vehicle bits, sprue bits
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-30k Mechanicum (large, specialized lot, looking to offload as a single army/large chunks, please pm your reasonable offers)
1 Archmagos (40k Belisarius Cawl)
15 Tech-Thralls
5 x 40k Pteraxii (NiB)
3 Myrmidon
1 Macrotek Enginseer & 4 Servo-automata
16 Thallax
3 Ursarax
5 Castellax
3 Vorax
1 Thanatar
1 Krios Tank (missing gunner)
1 Vultarax (needs some glue)
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--Mantics Firefight minis
All brand new in sealed bags.
Rulebooks + Extras
Warpath, Warpath: Firefight, Sourcebook & dice + markers (not for sale without one of the faction lots)
3 x Plague Gunship upgrades
1 x Plague Character
-Enforcers ($300CAD)
Commander Roca (special character)
20 Enforcers ( + Heavy Weapon upgrade pack)
10 Pathfinders
2 Striders (+ 1 Siege Strider upgrade pack)
5 Peacekeepers
14 Jetbikes
3 Interceptor Gunships
-GCPS ($270CAD)
Major Loren Chard (special character)
GCPS Major General
40 GCPS Troopers
Heavy Weapons Team
2 Striders
3 Mule Transports
3 Hornet Dropships
-Asterians ($190CAD)
Ten'ur Go (special character)
1 Asterian Commander
5 Kalyshi
20 Marionettes
2 x Weapons Drones
16 Cyphers & 2 Sky Razors
Asterian Chira TransporteChroma Force Platform
-Forge Fathers ($200)
1 Forge Lord Ingulf (special character)
1 Chief Brokkr
10 Brokkrs
25 Steel Warriors
1 Jotunn Heavy Hailsotrm Cannon
6 Forge Guard
6 Hammerfist Drop Team
1 Hultr Half-Track
1 Sturnhammer Tank
2 Iron Ancestors
Or take it all (4 armies and the rulebooks + extras) for $850CAD. Great for a small gaming group or FLGS.
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-Novels ($10 each OBO):
Malodrax
Rynn's World
Scythes of the Emperor
Overfiend
Fall of Damnos
Sanctus Reach
Architect of Fate
The Purging of Kadillus
Legion of the Damned
The Eye of Ezekiel
Wrath of Iron
Hunt for Valdorius
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What Price Victory
Flesh and Iron
Redemption Corps
Fear the Alien
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Swords of the Empire
Star of Erengrad
Riders of the Dead
The Ambassador Chronicles
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Things I would trade for (from highest importance to lowest):
-Unique bits (for my Primaris DW project) -sternguard bits, space wolf/BT bits, bits from various chapter specific sprues, cool 3d printed marine bits, xenos 'trophy' bits, etc.
-For commission painting, please send a few pictures of your work (looking for above tabletop quality work), what you are interested in return and your pricelist. Looking to add to my Primaris SM and Necron armies atm.
-The Lion
-Kasrkin
-New Cadian HWT
-Rogal Dorn MBT
-Cawdor Ridge Walkers
-Primaris Techmarine
-Storm speeder
-Impulsor
-Can someone please 3d print me a replacement head for Abaddon? I have the rest of the model, but no head and nothing suitable from the CSM range to put in its place. If anyone could assist me with this, I would really appreciate it!

Introduction:
In the quest to reduce sugar intake, the plethora of options available can be overwhelming. Two commonly encountered choices are "sugar-free" and "sugar alternatives." Yet, what do these terms truly signify, and which option should be preferred? Let's delve deeper into this topic to shed some light.
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Understanding Sugar-Free:
When a product is labelled as "sugar-free," it means that no additional sugars have been added during its preparation. However, it's important to note that sugar-free doesn't equate to "no sugar" entirely. Various foods inherently contain some sugar, such as fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. In the case of sugar-free products, any sugar content typically originates from these natural sources.
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Exploring Sugar Alternatives:
Sugar alternatives, also known as sugar substitutes or sweeteners, are ingredients used to impart sweetness to food and beverages as a replacement for sugar. Several types of sugar alternatives exist, including:
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Artificial sweeteners: These synthetic sweeteners are chemically engineered to be significantly sweeter than sugar. Consequently, only small amounts are necessary to achieve the desired level of sweetness. Examples include aspartame, saccharin, and sucralose.
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Natural sweeteners: Derived from sources like plants or fruits, natural sweeteners offer a more wholesome alternative. Examples include stevia, monk fruit extract, and honey. One such natural sweetener is palm jaggery, also known as Karupatti, which is made from the sap of the Palmyra or date palm tree. It is considered a healthier substitute for processed sugar, containing essential vitamins and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and potassium. Moreover, palm jaggery has a lower glycemic index than regular sugar, resulting in a slower and steadier rise in blood sugar levels.
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Sugar alcohols: These sweeteners are derived from sugars but undergo chemical modifications to reduce their calorie content. Examples include xylitol, erythritol, and sorbitol.
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Differentiating Between Sugar-Free and Sugar Alternatives:
The primary distinction lies in the fact that sugar-free products lack added sugars, whereas sugar alternatives serve as substitutes to impart sweetness. In other words, sugar-free products are typically devoid of any sweeteners, while products utilizing sugar alternatives are still sweetened but with different ingredients.
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Determining the Best Choice for You:
The answer to this question depends on several factors. For individuals seeking to reduce sugar consumption, both sugar-free products and those employing sugar alternatives can be suitable options. However, it's crucial to opt for products crafted from high-quality, natural ingredients, avoiding highly processed or artificial variants.
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It's worth noting that certain sugar alternatives may cause side effects such as gastrointestinal distress or headaches in some individuals. If trying a new sugar alternative, it's advisable to start with a small amount and monitor your body's response.
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Ultimately, the ideal choice varies based on individual needs and preferences. When aiming to lower sugar intake, both sugar-free products and those utilizing sugar alternatives can be viable choices, provided they are made from high-quality ingredients and consumed in moderation.
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At Snackative, we offer an enticing range of Indian snacks crafted with premium, organic ingredients. Our products are available in both sugar-free variations and options infused with natural sugar substitutes such as fruit extract, honey, and Palm Jaggery (Karupatti). Sweets like Carrot Dates Mysore Pak, Beetroot & Cashew Mysore Pak, Grapes and Dates Bar Jaggery, Karupatti (Palm Jaggery) Thengaipal Halwa, Roasted Sesame Peanut Jaggery Laddu, and Coconut Karupatti Sweet are meticulously prepared

Hi there, I'm hoping to get some advice (or even a starting point of what to Google for) on a dual monitor conference room setup. My employer has tasked me with finding a solution for our conference room so that someone can hook their laptop up and have a dual display across two TVs (extended display, not mirrored). Another requirement is that two people can hook their laptops up independently (i.e. laptop #1 displays on left TV, laptop #2 displays on right TV).
After some initial research, it appears the cheapest, but least graceful solution is to have a set of input cables (HDMI, MiniDP, USB-C) go to a video switch with HDMI out that then goes to one of the TVs, then rinse and repeat for the second TV. This is pretty straight forward, but having 6+ cables strewn across the conference table with a couple video switches won't look very professional and doesn't scream "user friendly".
Another solution I found that I really like the idea of, but unsure if it will work is the Logitech Rally Display Hub + Table Hub. However, laptops typically don't have two HDMI outputs (so maybe use MiniDP/USB-C to HDMI dongle or other video switching hardware?). One big plus for this product is that it leaves the door open to add other conference room tech in the future. However, can you just use the Display + Table Hub without any of the additional hardware?
For connections, employees typically have one HDMI port and USB-C port on their laptop and then it's hit & miss on MiniDP. The TVs only have HDMI for video input. Ideally the final solution would have audio pass-through over HDMI.
So, I'm curious if anyone has any experience with a tidy and professional solution where employees won't have to dig through 6+ cables and flip through the video switch to find the right input. The budget is on the tight side (but quite flexible for the right solution) and having conference room tech (e.g. Teams Meeting Room w/ Logitech Rally Bar + Tap) is not a high priority, so I'm hoping there's a nice easy solution with a price point that my boss won't have a coronary over.
Thank you in advance for any advice you might be able to provide!

¨\What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.*
-Rendering (octane, blender, c4d)
\What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?*
-2000 USD
\When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.*
-In less than a week
\What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (ToweOS/monitokeyboard/mouse/etc)*
-Nothing
\Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?*
-Chile.
\If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.*
-Nothing, but I already bought the Meshlicious.
\Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?*
-No
\Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)*
-CUDA
-2TB
-32 GB RAM
\Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-towefull-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?*
-ITX
\Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?*
-No
\Extra info or particulars:*
-Worried about noise (also recording music)
_______________
Im building an ITX for rendering so I need last suggestions please :)
I know that I cant OC with that motherboard but I want to go for the i7-13700k anyways
Also, I choose the be quiet! AIO because I dont want to ship a LGA 1700 kit for 50 USD.
thanks!
hhttps://pcpartpicker.com/list/Vp4D6r
CPU Intel Core i7-13700K 3.4 GHz 16-Core Processor
CPU Cooler be quiet! Silent Loop 2 280 77.57 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
Motherboard Asus ROG STRIX B660-I GAMING WIFI Mini ITX LGA1700 Motherboard
Memory G.Skill Ripjaws S5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
Storage Crucial P3 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
Video Card Asus DUAL OC GeForce RTX 4070 12 GB Video Card
Case SSUPD Meshlicious Mini ITX Tower Case
Power Supply Corsair SF750 750 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply
Custom LINKUP - Ultra PCIe 4.0 X16 Riser Cable [NVIDIA RTX3090 AMD RX6900XT Tested] Shielded Vertical Mount Gaming PCI Express Gen4┃Dual Reverse Connectors {18cm} Designed for ITX+NVIDIA & ITX+AMD60
Custom** Thermalright Intel 12th Generation LGA1700 Anti-Bending Buckle, Curved Pressure Plate,CPU Fixing Buckle,CPU Stress Bending Correction Fixer, Fully Fitted and Fixed Without Trace Installation
Custom** Brass Hex Standoff PCB Motherboard Male Female Hexagon Spacer Assortment Kit Set M3

The goods: https://i.imgur.com/3E0YQJJ.jpg
Looking to trade my poured silver for fractional libertads (ugly preferred). Silver stack is getting too heavy.
Open to other offers, let’s chat!
Not interested in alloys, .999+ only (only exception would be potential gold bracelet but most likely not)
On my end I have the following up to trade for the right piece:
1 20oz Scottsdale KitKat bar
4 10oz Scottsdale chunkies
4 10oz Fleur de Lis chunkies
2 10oz scottsdale stackers (only one not poured)
2 10oz prospectors gold and gems
1 kilo italpreziosi
About 50-70 40% Kennedys (okay I lied, also not poured…)
And 1 10oz p-loaf engelhard but will be expecting a higher premium (damn sentimental value!)
Might be willing to part with some other pieces depending on whatcha got.
Thanks for reading! Chat preferred

So I have been using X10 and Insteon in my home for about 17 years and have been happy but, I am looking to sell my gear and are willing to do a package deal or piece it out on eBay. Wanted to give this community first crack at my gear, (for the right price). Here is what I have;
Hubs 1x - Hub 2245-222 1x Hub Pro (HomeKit) 2243-222 (upgraded transistor)
Dimmers & Switches 8x LampLinc Dimmer 2457D2 1x LampLinc on/off switch 2635 1x Dimmer Switch (Light Almond) 2477DLAL 1x On/Off Switch (White) 2477S 2x On/Off Outdoor Module 2634-222
Accessories 2x Mini Remote 4-scene 2342-2 1x Mini Remote 8-scene 2342-2 1x Thermostat 2441TH
Older Gear (120v) - (the dimmers still work with current hub) 2x LampLinc V2 Dimmer 2456D3 1x Lamp Dimmer 2856D2 2x SignaLinc RF repeater 2442 1x ControLinc V2 table top controller (Possibly not working) 2430 3x X10PRO Wall Switch PLW01
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message me if interested

¨\What will you be doing with this PC? Be as specific as possible, and include specific games or programs you will be using.*
-Rendering (octane, blender, c4d)
\What is your maximum budget before rebates/shipping/taxes?*
-2000 USD
\When do you plan on building/buying the PC? Note: beyond a week or two from today means any build you receive will be out of date when you want to buy.*
-In less than a week
\What, exactly, do you need included in the budget? (ToweOS/monitokeyboard/mouse/etc)*
-Nothing
\Which country (and state/province) will you be purchasing the parts in? If you're in US, do you have access to a Microcenter location?*
-Chile.
\If reusing any parts (including monitor(s)/keyboard/mouse/etc), what parts will you be reusing? Brands and models are appreciated.*
-Nothing, but I already bought the Meshlicious.
\Will you be overclocking? If yes, are you interested in overclocking right away, or down the line? CPU and/or GPU?*
-No
\Are there any specific features or items you want/need in the build? (ex: SSD, large amount of storage or a RAID setup, CUDA or OpenCL support, etc)*
-CUDA
-2TB
-32 GB RAM
\Do you have any specific case preferences (Size like ITX/microATX/mid-towefull-tower, styles, colors, window or not, LED lighting, etc), or a particular color theme preference for the components?*
-ITX
\Do you need a copy of Windows included in the budget? If you do need one included, do you have a preference?*
-No
\Extra info or particulars:*
-Worried about noise (also recording music)
_______________
Im building an ITX for rendering so I need last suggestions please :)
I know that I cant OC with that motherboard but I want to go for the i7-13700k anyways
Also, I choose the be quiet! AIO because I dont want to ship a LGA 1700 kit for 50 USD.
hhttps://pcpartpicker.com/list/Vp4D6r
CPU Intel Core i7-13700K 3.4 GHz 16-Core Processor
CPU Cooler be quiet! Silent Loop 2 280 77.57 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler
Motherboard Asus ROG STRIX B660-I GAMING WIFI Mini ITX LGA1700 Motherboard
Memory G.Skill Ripjaws S5 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
Storage Crucial P3 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive
Video Card Asus DUAL OC GeForce RTX 4070 12 GB Video Card
Case SSUPD Meshlicious Mini ITX Tower Case
Power Supply Corsair SF750 750 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply
Custom LINKUP - Ultra PCIe 4.0 X16 Riser Cable [NVIDIA RTX3090 AMD RX6900XT Tested] Shielded Vertical Mount Gaming PCI Express Gen4┃Dual Reverse Connectors {18cm} Designed for ITX+NVIDIA & ITX+AMD60
Custom** Thermalright Intel 12th Generation LGA1700 Anti-Bending Buckle, Curved Pressure Plate,CPU Fixing Buckle,CPU Stress Bending Correction Fixer, Fully Fitted and Fixed Without Trace Installation
Custom** Brass Hex Standoff PCB Motherboard Male Female Hexagon Spacer Assortment Kit Set M3

((WARNING! Yotul has acquired the thigh-highs. This train is running on tracks laid by u/spacepaladin15 on the “Nature of Predators” railroad. EDIT: It ate the formatting. I put formatting back in.))
FIRST//PREVIOUS//NEXT
Memory transcription subject: Yotul exchange subject Ouon.
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Date [Human standard time]: August 22, 2136
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We talked for a long time after we determined that we were, indeed, both into other men. We compared everything from bars and clubs we went to how society accepted us. It seemed that a long time ago humans had a bit of trouble with it, but they had since gotten used to it. I couldn’t help but be a little jealous of him in fact. While same-sex stuff wasn’t illegal or discouraged it was not exactly “encouraged” either in the federation.
Still, it was a blast to find out how much we had in common! They had the same problem our clubs did even! Men and women who were straight coming in and flirting with the wrong without a shred of a brahking clue why everyone was avoiding them, getting mad when they were hit on, and oh brahking speh the “soon to be paired” parties! I got its a club but come ON!
I also loved how they had very similar dress practices as well, but they also had lots and lots of new clothing I could not WAIT to try out!
So I didn’t.
I broke the rule and slipped on some thigh-highs he had on hand. And yes, I did take a picture of them. They hugged my legs in alllll the best ways and hid the muscle and fur making them look fantastic! I also got a picture of Freddie staring. Poor guy even muttered “What have I done?” Well you just made this cutie even more cute! Would have to keep them away from the venlils though.
This was MY time to shine!
I added a cute pair of shorts and a shirt without sleeves. All bright colors that just seemed to hug my body in juuust the right way. Everything I put on I could tell freddie was even more focused on me. Did I tease him by flicking my tail a few more times than normal?
Duh. Of course I did!
After a few more photos Freddie walked into the bathroom and splashed cold water on his face. I knew the act VERY well after all the stuff I would do to tease on trains. I hopped off the bed, then looked up at the ceiling before falling right on my ass.
Turns out socks are evil if you are not careful. My paws slipped right from under me as if I was on ice! I let out a long groan, closing my eyes and covering my ears as Freddie laughing at me hurt my pride far more than the fall hurt my butt. I guess nothing can be perfect.
Once he laughed at me for awhile he helped me up and we started to walk down the halls. He said something about “We should probably meet up with the others” and “can’t wait to show you the train sets!” Honestly? I was still too focused on my sore rear and making sure the socks didn’t betray me again. I was going to keep them on though. For once I felt cuter than a venlil!
Get shaved Lyiel! This yotul is upping his game!
Soon we walked into a rather large room. On the other side I could see a tilfish female happily talking away to a masked human female in a lab coat. He wasn’t anythi-
“EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEK!”
I jumped then frantically looked around to try to find what venlil screamed. Such a high pitch and pure terror HAD to have been from one of them! Maybe two humans in the same… room…
Freddie was hiding behind me. A HUMAN WAS HIDING BEHIND ME!?
“How?” I looked over at the other two and the tilfish was hiding behind the human. That, and putting some coins into his hand as she rubbed her antennae. “How did you know the human would scream? How is a predator scared of prey!?” She asked, clearly very confused. Don’t worry, I was juuuust as confused as you were tilfish.
“Holy shit. Sorry. DId not expect a large bug.” Freddie slipped out from behind me and walked up to the pair. “Sally! How are you?” He asked before shaking the other human’s hand. As they started to talk my eyes were drawn to what took up most of the room.
It was a mini world.
Mountains, rivers, oceans, towns, all still and all smaller than a dossur! Everything was hand painted and made with it all laid out to look like what I assumed was earth land. It was gorgeous! Even the trees seemed to be ready to be wandered through on one’s way to the nice and cozy river from that small town by the mountains! It… reminded me of home. I never stayed in my little town long. Not much opportunities for a guy like me in more ways than one. Still, the trains took me in and I found my place.
Trains?
My eyes locked on long metal strips that laced through everything. Through the mountains, over the rivers, into the towns. Long metal train tracks snaked through everything. And on those tracks ran trains. I saw sleek, futuristic trains that were loaded with slender cars full of mini people, I saw the thick industrial designs (that I could honestly do without) loaded with what looked like old, rusty, beat up cars covered in strange art.
Then I saw them. The round, elegant, gleaming red of a human steam engine rattling along the tracks pulling cars that looked to be beyond what even our old luxury train cars had. Steam rising up out of their tiny stacks and drifting over the carts just like they had back on my home world. I had been on the very last of the steam trains before they had been decommissioned. They had held on for much, MUCH longer than the feds had wanted simply due to them being advertised as luxury transportation. Didn’t last forever though.
But here was one such luxury dancing through the town and over the hills. Gliding along while puffing proudly. It was clearly an ancient design, but that just made it feel even more special. I squatted down as it started to rattle on by to look into its windows. Sure enough there were people inside. Rich humans relaxing and lounging while others in the kind of uniforms I missed so much “walked” around within.
This was wonderful!
My tail flicked about happily as I let the humans catch up. However soon I heard the telltale clicking of tilfish beside me. “Its beautiful isn’t it?” She asked as she looked around. “I am Xelo. I volunteered to meet with humans because I wanted to know more about their art.” She explained. “I knew it was scary and dangerous, but an artist must suffer for their work! It is what separates the hobbyist from the true professional. I never expected anything like this.” She confessed as she rubbed her antennae some more. “I had planned to be the first tilfish to paint a human’s portrait, but then my human, Sally, showed me this.”
She motioned to the train rolling by. “The design, the colors, the way they painted the miniature statues! It's unlike anything I have ever seen before! Oh its gorgeous! I looked everywhere but it seems like no species has ever come CLOSE to such elegance in design and looks!” She clicked away happily going on more about wondering how they went about making such a diorama and more.
“We did.”
She paused and looked at me confused.
“We had such beautiful trains. The height of luxury. I worked on a few so I should know.” I explained before motioning to the bright red engine.
“It… it isn’t in any records though? I looked! I mean, once I saw this I had to know if we had such scenes of our own to compare to!” She chittered as she looked between me and the diorama.
“Well. They were obsolete according to the feds. Sure they were comfy, luxurious, and the best way to travel in opulence but no. Had to go.” I growled just a little. “Doesn’t surprise me that its not recorded either. Why waste time on recording trash?” I took a deep breath before I felt a hand on my shoulder. I froze before looking back to see Freddie.
“They did what with your trains?” He asked slowly and calmly. “They destroyed your history?”
History? How could a train be history?
​
FIRST//PREVIOUS//NEXT

Was brainstorming with a friend of mine how much fun we could have if we rented out a place near the beach for an extended weekend and enjoy the beach life for a bit. I've enjoyed hitting beach bars and spending time in beach towns every summer since turning 21, but this year were going to make more of an event out of it
We're probably gonna buy a volleyball kit and get some pickup games going. None of us are big into surfing, sadly, what are some surprisingly fun things to get up to at the beach as 20 somethings?

I'm getting weird FPS drops during gameplay despite my rig being solid for what I'm running. If anyone could help me figure this out that'd be absolutely fantastic. Trying to figure it out before I get too deep into a playthrough so if I have to restart it's not too awful.
SPECS
CPU: Ryzen 5 1600x
GPU: AMD RX480 8GB
RAM: 16G
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PLUGINS

FalloutNV.esm
DeadMoney.esm
HonestHearts.esm
OldWorldBlues.esm
LonesomeRoad.esm
GunRunnersArsenal.esm
Fallout3.esm
Anchorage.esm
ThePitt.esm
BrokenSteel.esm
PointLookout.esm
Zeta.esm
CaravanPack.esm
ClassicPack.esm
MercenaryPack.esm
TribalPack.esm
TaleOfTwoWastelands.esm
YUPTTW.esm
TTW 3.3.2 Hotfix.esp
Main And Pause Menus Overhaul.esm
Tale of Bi Wastelands.esm
TTW Reputations.esm
TTW New Vegas Speech Checks.esm
MTB.esm
Functional Post Game Ending.esm
Functional Post Game Ending - TTW Patch.esm
TLD_Travelers.esm
SomeguySeries.esm
NewVegasBounties.esm
Badmothafucka.esm
NewVegasKiller.esm
A Trail of Crumbs.esm
AnotherInteriorMod.esm
Regulators.esm
Functional Post Game Ending - Uncut Wasteland And Extra Collection Patch.esm
WashingtonsMalevolence.esm
SpringvaleGarage.esm
DynamicWeaponDisplays.esm
Cyberware.esm
Rebuild the Capital.esm
The Mod Configuration Menu.esp
AidUI.esp
FOVSlider.esp
Tutorial Killer.esp
Casino Exchange All.esp
Root 'n Loot.esp
Stash Organizer.esp
JIP Companions Command & Control.esp
JustAssortedMods.esp
TTWZetaRewards.esp
S6S Perks.esp
TTWTransportalponderEx.esp
NewVegasBountiesTTW.esp
BMF_TTW.esp
NewVegasKiller - TTW.esp
MTB Megaton Mover.esp
DWD-New Vegas Pack.esp
DWD - TTW Pack.esp
DWD-Springville Garage.esp
Benny Humbles You and Steals Your Stuff.esp
BLEED TTW - TTW Patch.esp
CyberJAM.esp
Cyberware OWB.esp
Cyberware TTW.esp
Rebuild the Capital - No Pony Express Boxes.esp
RTC-SpringvaleGarageTerminal.esp
WeaponRequirementSystem.esp
Weapon Requirements System - TTW Patch.esp
PAVE_NV_TTW.esp
B42Inertia.esp
DNWeathers.esp
3DNPC_HopeLies.esp
AK112.esp
AK50.esp
Alton, IL.esm
AnchorageSkip.esp
Atmospheric Lighting Tweaks.esp
Automag.esp
AWO - BAR.esp
AWO - Norinco.esp
AWO - TommyGun.esp
AWO - TrenchRepeater.esp
AWO_Enfield.esp
AWO_Musket.esp
AWorldOfPain(Preview).esm
AWorldOfPainFO3.esm
B42Bows.esp
B42Descriptions.esp
B42Dropmag.esp
B42Inspect.esp
B42Retrievables.esp
BHPM1935.esp
BittercupRedux.esp
Breakdown that surplus ammo.esp
BT87.esp
CarlZeeWeaponPack.esp
Casino Crowds.esp
Chill Companions.esp
ClaimtheMojave.esm
ClaimtheMojaveFPGE.esp
ClaimtheMojaveFrontier.esp
ClaimtheMojaveRebuildtheCapital.esp
ClaimtheMojaveTLD.esp
ClaimtheMojaveUncutWasteland.esp
Classic Tactics Inspired Plasma Rifle.esp
Colt2k33.esp
Crossbow.esp
CynthiasArmory.esp
DC Arsenal 2.esp
DEagle.esp
DLC Followers All-In-One.esp
Drug Synthesizer Rebuild the Capital.esp
DWD-AWOP.esp
DWD-Frontier.esp
DWD-L38Reloadedv5.esp
DynamicWeaponSpread.esp
FaceGen Tint Fix.esp
FafnirUniqueTTWOverhaul.esp
Fallout 2 combat armor (remastered) replacer b nonaddon.esp
Fallout 2 combat armor MK2 (remastered) replacer.esp
FAMAS.esp
FN FAL SA58.esp
FNV Anim Set - Schofield Revolver.esp
Follower Home Marker TTW.esp
FollowerAmata.esm
Functional Post Game Ending - AWOP Patch.esm
Functional Post Game Ending - Outside Bets Patch.esp
Functional Post Game Ending - Uncut Wasteland Patch.esp
Functional Post Game Ending - YUP Patch.esm
Galil.esp
GRA version (replacer).esp
HeinzNCRWeaponExpansionHH.esp
ImmersiveRecoil.esp
JIP MiniMap.esp
KP31.esp
LaserWeaponIronSights.esp
LewisGun.esp
Little More Lamplight.esp
Lucky38Reloadedv5.esp
Lucky38Reloadedv5_YUP_Patch.esp
Lucky38RevolutionsTTW.esp
M16K.esp
M1905.esp
Malorian Arms 3516.esp
MCMetalArmor.esp
MMTV_MTB_Sorting_Addon.esm
Molerat.esm
MothershipZetaRehaul.esm
Nevada Arsenal TTW Patch.esp
Nevada Arsenal.esp
NewVegasTrueScopes.esp
NoDLC version.esp
NS Finnish Weapons Pack TTW - Script Version.esm
NS MP40 TTW - Script Version.esp
NVRA - Uzi.esp
outsidebets.esp
PAVE_NV.esp
Pernach.esp
PKM.esp
PlasmaWeaponIronSights.esp
QSupplementaryWeaponPack.esp
QSWP - TTW Patch.esp
Radar.esp
Rainier AK.esp
REDP.esp
RG Colt 6520.esp
Russell.esp
Scottmack Weapons Redone.esm
Serbu.esp
Sierra Madre Penthouse.esm
Simple Open Strip.esm
SSTRemasteredQuarries.esp
SunnyCompanion.esp
SupportRifle.esp
Survivalist Rifle Mods.esp
SVU.esp
Sydney Follower.esm
TacticsM16.esp
TFHotfixes.esp
The Dreadnought.esp
The Frontier.esm
The Megaton Walkway - TTW.esm
The Skorpion.esp
The Storyteller.esp
TheFrontierReCut - Map.esp
Titans of The New West - Power Armor Sprint JAM.esp
Titans of The New West - Power Armor Sprint JVS.esp
Titans of The New West.esp
ToDoList.esp
TOZ66.esp
TTW - Energy Visuals Plus.esp
TTW Actually Viable Brotherhood Armory.esp
TTW3.3 Project Nevada Super Mutant Fix.esp
TTW_AWOP4FO3_-_No_Starter_Terminal.esp
TTWQuestFix.esp
Uncut Wasteland.esp
USAS12.esp
Vault 19 Poseidon Pit Stop.esm
Vault 19 Poseidon Pit Stop.esp
VICE.esm
VM_Recoil.esp
Vz61 Ver1.1.esp
walther mpk.esp
Weapons of Our Millenia.esm
WMVM.esm
WWP AMR.esp
Break down more ammo types.esp
All Weapon Sounds Overhaul .esp
Universal Pip-Boy Customization.esp
MCPipBoy2000MK6.esp
pipboy2500_edisleado.esp
FPSCounter.esp
Weapon Retexture Project.esp

I wasn't going to do a trip write up at all, but I'm planning a return trip in the Fall and I realized some of the things I learned on my first trip might be useful for other people, so here we go! I don't often see post write ups from people who are specifically into rhythm games/ arcades/ anime stuff
 
Dates: March 8 - 24, 2023 Background: Planned this trip mostly for myself but one of my friends decided to tag along fairly last minute. I had planned to spend the whole trip in Tokyo but the one thing she wanted to do was Kyoto, so we added a side trip + a very pleasant day at a Ryokan. I used Wanderlog to plan (HIGHLY recommend, this site is amazing), and my basic daily itinerary was morning shrine > pick an area to explore and have 1-2 major things per day. The person I was travelling with ended up taking a long ass time to get ready each day, so most of my morning stuff got cut or rearranged. Costs: I will fully admit I did not budget for food/ shopping, 100% vibes. I simply do not acknowledge what I spent

• Flight: $1,500 (Delta from MSP > SEA > Haneda. Direct from MSP had not resumed yet)
• Hotels: ¥314,000 (Roughly $2,300 USD for all 3 hotels total) [¥205,000 (Tokyu Stay Tsukiji, 15 nights) + ¥30,000 (Tokyu Stay Kyoto, 2 nights) + ¥79,000 (Kyokoyado Muromachi Yutone Kyoto, 1 night)]
• Shinkansen: ¥42,000 for 2 round trip tickets from Tokyo/Kyoto and back. Roughly $300 USD, machine did not take foreign CC only cash

Highlights

• The Kingdom Hearts concert, I maxed out my luck on this trip and we were able to see this on it's last night in Tokyo. Absolutely incredible!!
• Sushi Yuu, Roppongi (omakase sushi for about ¥20,000 per person, we paid more with drinks)
• ShibuyaSky, the open air viewing makes the experience so much better, plus there's a bunch of different spots to hang out up on the observation deck
• Fushimi Inari, the whole shrine blew me out of the water, absolutely must experience in person
• TeamLabs Planets, so few things live up to the hype and this is one of them
• Golden Gai, the bars were so much fun, got the full experience of a salaryman pissing on the side of the konbini

Lowlights

• Caffeine- if you are addicted to non carbonated caffeine like I am be prepared to be disappointed. The monsters are only 40mg compared to America's 150mg+. I'm glad I brought caffeine pills
• Tsukiji market is really not worth going out of your way for, it's nice if you're near it but it's really just a fish market + insane lines for most of the food
• I'm still mad about how bad the food was at the Square Enix cafe is, at least we got coasters + placemats out of the deal. This was genuinely my only bad experience in Japan
• Everything on this subreddit told me that people in Tokyo don't really care about tattoos, however they do really seem to care about colored hair. I have very long, bright ombre hair and I was a bit of a sideshow attraction, including people taking photos of me in public multiple times. Probably the most frustrating part of the trip was being stared at constantly
• Japanese thrift stores love old American clothes, I was definitely let down by the majority of these

Goals:

• Buy anime stuff
• Play rhythm games
• Go thrift shopping
• See cherry blossoms
• Collect shrine stamps (goshuin)

Advice:

• TAX FREE SHOPPING: This has to be first because no one mentions it?? There are 2 types of tax free, discount and rebate. Everywhere has a minimum for tax free. Don Quijote you have to go to the separate tax free counter, and they will seal the bags shut. You're not supposed to use the tax free items in the country - I didn't know this and did it anyways? There seems to be no repercussions unless they open your bag and count every individual KitKat. I had to open the bags to repack everything anyways. The places that do rebates are generally malls, you bring your receipt + passport and they'll give you the 10% back in cash (minus a fee). When you get to the airport, you scan your passport after you drop your luggage, indicating you made tax free purchases. You do not need to keep your receipts anymore
• Don Quijote does sell luggage but Ginza Karen is cheaper
• Besides the standard things that every single trip report has (get a suica, you'll walk a lot, etc etc), the biggest thing I learned is not to go to an area without at least 1-2 specific goals in mind. For example, I had given us like a half day to go around Shibuya/ Harajuku, but because we didn't look into what malls or stores we might like to go to, we ended up wandering pretty aimlessly and not really enjoying the area. This happened a few different areas we went to, so I decided that in the future I would pin some stores on Google Maps and try to make it to those specific stores
• Install LINE and set up an account. It's crazy how much connects to LINE. For me the biggest thing was 1) making Sushiro reservations and not having to sit in the store for an hour plus waiting for our table and 2) being able to grab a chargeSPOT to charge my phone. I brought a battery pack but at this point it must be like a decade old, it took the entire night to recharge and died on me during the day a few times. I have a Pixel 6 Pro and was literally constantly charging my phone
• If you're coming from the Americas, don't try to do something on your first night. Get your Konbini dinner and go the fuck to sleep
• Getting from place to place can take longer than expected, you'll have to navigate the stations, find the entrances (sometimes hidden in malls) and exits (sometimes closed), don't make plans too tight together
• Navigating Kyoto was so much more confusing. At first our Suica cards didn't work because we apparently didn't tap out at a station in Tokyo, so we were buying day passes and paying in cash on the bus. Some of the buses have 0 English and 100% Kanji (navigation difficulty: extreme). Suica cards DO work in Kyoto so if you're having issues go to a gate with an attendant and they can help
• It can be weirdly hard to find bathrooms, most konbini have them but you're supposed to ask the cashier if you can use them. I speak very basic Japanese but hammed up the gaijin card here and would just ask to use the toilet in English, no one ever told me no Weeb specific advice:
• If you want to do pop ups (like the Jujutusu Kaisen Animation exhibit), a Japanese e-sim will be a lifesaver. You need a Japanese phone number to do SO much, they really make it extremely frustrating to make reservations without it. I did manage to make reservations for the Square Enix cafe though, the write-up is on my profile. (Was it worth it? Absolutely not, worst food all trip, -3/10)
• Prices are all over the place for figures, especially prize figures. There's a solid chance you might buy something and see it cheaper at the next shop, however going back/forth between shops in Akihabara can be a huge pain in the ass. I'd recommend 1) making a list of things you want the most and 2) setting a per item budget and a total budget. A lot of the anime stuff was cheaper in Kyoto as well
• You can find a ton of gachapon stuff at Surugaya, so you can just buy what you want and don't have to gamble. Surugaya bins are organized by series
• Use collabo-cafe.com to find cafes and pop up events you might be interested. Plan ahead because reservations can be hard to come by

 
Now on to the super detailed trip report! Here's the big album if you don't want to look through photos separated by day. Warning for flashing video
 
Day 1 (travel)

• Landed in Haneda around 3pm. Immigration + customs took about an hour (we did the visit Japan web ahead of time and had both QR codes ready). There was virtually no lines anywhere
• It took about an hour to navigate to the hotel. I chose to stay at the Tokyu Stay Tsukiji because 1) it was really cheap, 2) it was close to the Ginza line, and 3) it had a washer in the room. Although the location was slightly inconvenient for late nights, I'd say it was totally worth it for the ability to grab food in Tsukiji market, and the room was pretty large compared to some other areas of Tokyo. In fact, the room was so cheap that when we went to Kyoto, we opted to not check out of the Tsukiji room and just leave the majority of our possessions there. This didn't cause any issues and made travelling on the Shinkansen way easier
• I thought we were built different and could do some stuff this evening. We ended up walking to the Donki and being assaulted by sound in every direction. 7/10 didn't discover the 2nd floor until days later. At this point exhaustion kicked in and we got a Lawsons dinner and crashed

Day 2 (Akihabara, photos)

• Going to Akihabara on our first day in Japan sure was a choice. Thankfully neither of us suffered jetlag on the way in. Checked out like 10 different game centers and a ton of anime shops. Managed to find the only Monster Rehab of the whole trip here
• Konbini lunch + strong zero! That flavor was terrible :')
• Dinner at the Monster Hunter cafe (no reservations required). Expectations were low but my travel partner is a huge MH fan. The food wasn't bad but the drinks were awful. The ambiance is nice and there were definitely some regulars there playing MH on the consoles they had set up
• The new Namco game center had like 12 brand new Taiko cabs and all of them had phone mounts so you could film yourself playing! I was really intimidated by everyone there being extremely good so we didn't play any games here

Day 3 (Shibuya & Harajuku, photos)

• Breakfast at Tsukiji outer market since we were already there
• Went to Shibuya Loft for the Bravely Default pop up shop
• Checked out Tower Records
• Ate lunch at Japanese McDonalds
• Went to Takeshita Street. TBH this felt like in-person AliExpress, I'm sure the charm of the early 2000s is long gone
• Visited Hachiko
• Shibuya Sky Observatory

Day 4 (Asakusa, photos)

• Started at Kaminarimon Gate & went down Nakamise shopping street. It was very crowded on a Sunday but I enjoyed it immensely, you just need some patience to get where you want to go. I liked trying all the food, most of the food stalls here were cash only
• Senso-ji temple, bought Goshuincho to collect stamps
• Ate lunch and dinner in the area, there's a ton of food options
• We ended going all the way over to Yoyogi park as well but nothing was in bloom. Because it was overcast the park looked really sad

Day 5 (Shinjuku & Kabukicho, photos)

• Now is the time to come clean, I'm a huge Yakuza/ RGG fan. In the morning I had my Majima birthday cake delivered by PRIROLL. I pre-ordered it and chose the delivery day where we didn't have morning plans. It comes frozen and needs to defrost in the fridge. While we left Majima to chill, we made the pilgrimage to Kabukicho to see the iconic gate. It was raining in the morning so we hit up some arcades then went shopping
• There's a really cool mall that seems anime-centric (I believe it's called Shinjuku Marui Anex). It had a Godzilla store, Cinnamoroll Cafe, a JJK pop up, and best of all... A Surugaya. These stores have bins where everything is ¥100-300 and we ended up buying way too much in every one we came across
• Went back to Kabukicho and explored a bit, went to Golden Gai and drank at a handful of bars. Almost missed the last train because I drunkenly insisted on a final game of MaiMai. 10/10 staying in Kabukicho next time

Day 6 (Ikebukero & Rippongi, photos)

• The plan today was to check out Ikebukero and Roppongi, but we ended up spending so much time at the first mall that we didn't really do anything in Roppongi besides get dinner. Went to the Pokemon Mega Center and the cafe. The main cafe was closed so it was just take out, all the food was really cute but the waffles were kind of terrible
• Gashapon no Depato Ikebukuro was super overwhelming. A lot of the smaller gashapon stores are somewhat organized by what is in the machines, this one just felt chaotic, and it went on forever
• Sushi Yuu was incredible, I didn't take photos of every single course but I was so full that couldn't finish my dessert at the very end. The owner speaks some English and I made our reservations by messaging him on Facebook

Day 7 (Yokohama, photos)

• We didn't get to Yokohama as early as I would have liked - I took us out way into the suburbs to try to find this Yakuza plushie from the claw machines. I looked up the locations on the Sega website, unfortunately this machine was extra rigged and I couldn't win it >:[ On the bright side all the rhythm games had no one else playing them
• Took the cable car over and went to the Cup Noodle museum. Unfortunately we didn't have a reservation so we had to come back later. Found some cafes in the area and had a late breakfast
• The museum was really small, the main draw is making your own Cup Noodles. Entrance costs 500 yen and this is an additional 500. We had some trouble navigating this part because no one spoke any English
• Had dinner at a pie restaurant that was 10/10
• Explored a bit of Yamashita park (Yakuza 7, anyone?) I was kind of disappointed I wasn't able to see this during the day
• Walked around Yokohama Chinatown & visited the local Round 1 ;)

Day 8 (Kyoto, photos)

• I bought the Shinkansen tickets to Kyoto the evening before, so we weren't able to get great seats. The machines are also a huge pain in the ass and don't take American CCs, so plan ahead here
• It took us longer than expected to figure out how to use the tickets and read the signage, so we weren't able to get food before and I had to have one of the train bentos. I knew it was going to suck and it was worse than expected :(
• You can bring a full sized suitcase and just put it in front of you, seeing other people do this was unexpected
• My travel partner was destroyed at this point so she rested in the room. I went to the National Garden and Imperial Palace alone. The sakura were just starting to bloom and the weather was great, loved it. The National Garden is SO huge that I only ended up walking up the west side before I tapped out
• Checked out Heian-jingu shrine + the giant torii, I went to another smaller shrine with a great view but I can't remember the name
• We did photoshoots at ESPERANTO Kyoto. There's basically no reviews from foreigners about this place but it was fantastic!! Their online booking form didn't work for me, so I emailed asking for a reservation. I emailed in Japanese and English and they replied in English. They gave me time options and I replied with what package and room each of us wanted (the website says they require a deposit but they told me they didn't need one). When we got there they did our hair and makeup, and then you pick your kimonos out. The photographer spoke pretty decent English and we didn't have trouble communicating with anyone else here. They had our photos edited and printed about 30 minutes after we picked which ones we wanted. The whole thing took about 3 hours (it was longer because we used the same set room). I don't want to include my photos but I did add a video of my hairstyle because she knocked it out of the park
• Ended the day with okonomiyaki, one of my favorite Japanese foods

Day 9 (Kyoto, photos)

• Fushimi Inari day! I ended up walking this alone, I did not realize how long it was going to take or the fact it was actually like 10,000 stairs. My knees were very upset on the way down
• It was not as busy as expected, I went at roughly noon on a Friday. Most people tap out before the actual mountain climb
• The Goshuin at Fushimi Inari are on paper, you can paste them into your books later. Even if you don't have a Goshuincho I'd recommend buying them because they are very cute!
• Shrine cats!!!! You can buy photos of them to help pay for their food
• After Fushimi Inari I somehow managed to walk to Tofukuji Temple (I did the garden but not the bridge) and Daigo-ji Gojunoto pagoda and garden. I wanted to cut my legs off after today

Day 10 (Kyoto, photos)

• I started my day at the Kyoto Round 1, I had visited it on day 8 as well. This one is ace because it was literally always empty 10/10
• Decided to explore Gion a bit, ended up at the Machiya Starbucks and had the best thing I ate all trip (a custard dorayaka, I regret not going back for another)
• Ended up at Kiyomizu-dera Temple totally on accident. It wasn't super impressive in early spring but the view was still fantastic
• Ended the day at the Ryokan (Kyokoyado Muromachi Yutone). Ended up picking one without an onsen because we are both covered in tattoos, and I didn't want to deal with finding a private one. The cypress tub was a great trade off, and the food was incredible

Day 11 (Tokyo - Concert, photos)

• Today we travelled back to Tokyo and went to the Kingdom Hearts concert. I ended up trying for the lottery for tickets back in like December 2022. Winners were announced the first weekend in January and you only had a few days to buy tickets. I have a friend of a friend living in Japan who did me the biggest solid ever and bought our tickets. I met up with her during the trip for the hand off. The seats are randomly assigned and we had AMAZING seats near the front. This was also the performance Nomura was at!
• We weren't supposed to take photos during the performance so I just have some before. Also, I made Organization XIII beads that attach onto my dress with magnets and I am very proud of it, so please excuse the bathroom selfie :D
• The concert was about 3 hours long and after all the travelling we were beat. We ate dinner, played our nightly games of Ongeki, and passed out
• Bonus video of the music box that plays Dearly Beloved

Day 12 (Ginza & Sumida, photos)

• We were really starting to tucker out at this point. We managed to drag ourselves to the Ginza art Aquarium in the AM and the Tokyo SkyTree in the afternoon. Today was the Equinox so everything was crazy busy, the line to buy tickets for the SkyTree was literally like 2 ish hours long so we bought them online and went shopping in the mall
• The Art Aquarium was really cool, but a lot of the fish were in really small tanks. I didn't include photos of those :(
• The SkyTree just let people up as fast as they could so it was extremely crowded at the top, and not super enjoyable imo
• I spent the evening at the arcades in Akihabara :D

Day 13 (Tokyo - JJK Exhibit, photos - flashing video warning)

• Today I went off in the am to see if I could buy a ticket to the Jujutsu Kaisen animation exhibit in person. The online site wouldn't let me buy a ticket because I didn't have a Japanese phone number. UNFORTUNATELY you couldn't buy tickets in person. I got super lucky again and 2 foreign exchange students from Europe were trying to do the same thing, however they did have a Japanese phone number and the site allowed you to get 3 tickets at a time. They were able to grab them for all 3 of us for that evening
• Putzed off to Hie Shrine, anyone that tells you it's a mini Fushimi Inari is lying
• Went back to Akihabara, found a Miku racing pop up!
• Went back to... Ginza? for the JJK animation exhibit, it took about an hour to go through. I included a ton of photos so just skip today if you're not interested in that show

Day 14 (Tokyo - TeamLabs Planets & SquareEnix Cafe, photos)

• TeamLabs was so cool! I didn't include many photos since it's 95% selfies. Make sure you explore a bit as the string light room had a couple of different areas that are easy to miss, and it's possible to accidentally skip the hanging garden, which was beautiful! TeamLabs took us about 2.5 hours but we were 100% those bitches taking forever to get a million photos
• Since we were staying in Tsukiji we ended up just slowly walking back to the room for a much needed nap
• Back to Akihabara yet again! More rhythm games, some awful food at SE

Day 15 (Shinjuku, photos)

• This was our last full day in Japan, we honestly didn't want to do anything but we managed to drag our asses to Shinjuku National Garden for the cherry blossoms. Unfortunately it was sprinkling a bit, at least it kept the crowds away
• Managed to check out Meiji Jingu, but at this point my travel partner was sick of walking and tapped out
• I went back to Kabukicho, walked around a bit and ended up back at an arcade (bless Ongeki for having stools)

Final thoughts (Misc, photos)

• We were literally so annihilated by the trip that we took a taxi to the airport, it was about ¥8,000 from Tsukiji ($60 USD ish)
• I ended up buying a 24" suitcase from Ginza Karen for ¥6,000. It was 100% full of stuff I purchased. We also used one or those giant ¥500 bags from Donki as a carry on
• My Goshuincho was my favorite souvenir, I'm so proud of all the stamps I collected (I did get doubles at some shrines). I plan to bring this back late 2023 to try to finish it
• I have the old school GoogleFi plan and don't have to do anything extra to have international data. Lots of places & stations have free WiFi but you'll need to put your email in
• I don't really sleep that much and my schedule in the US is already busted, but it took me about 2 full weeks to get back on normal human hours. I'm tired again just writing this up and looking through all my photos
• My main regret is not trying more food, we ended up waiting until we were dying of starvation and ate at the konbini a lot (typical)

 
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I'm making post this because every single time I've ran into a Korlok Tyrant-Weed for the past few months, it has always ended the same way: in a mission failure.
It starts with someone deciding to immediately attack the weed without any regard for what the current mission standing is. It ends with 3 downed dwarves that I can't res because they're in a minefield of weeds that will gun me down the second I try, and I can't dig under them to res because there's a deathball of glyphids chasing me that I can't take care of because we didn't have the opportunity to mine any nitra yet so I'm out of ammo.
Please, if you see a weed, DON'T IMMEDIATELY ENGAGE IT. Instead, ask yourself 4 things:
1) Is the fighting arena navigable? Are there death pits near the weed that need to be covered with platforms? Do we need to drill some tunnels or build some cheese walls so we have somewhere we can take cover from the weeds' unending artillery fire?
2) Is the current situation stable? Did we just exit the drop pod into a hot landing? Enter the main Salvage cave and it's full of bugs? Been running around for a bit and you know a swarm is going to spawn soon? A fellow dwarf is currently down thanks to an unseen cave leech? Don't engage the weed until the situation is stable.
3) Do we have enough nitra for a resupply? Cleaning up the caves' initial bug groups will cost you some ammo, and people often spend enough time fighting the weed that a mini-swarm/swarm will spawn, draining your health/ammo even further. You end up with one health bar left on the weed, nobody having enough ammo to finish it off, and everyone either desperately scrambling for nitra so they can survive the fresh wave of bugs, or trying to kill the weed with what little they have left because they're full in on the sunk cost fallacy.
4) Is everyone ready to fight the weed? Check to see where your fellow dwarves are and what they're doing. If you pull the weed while the scout is mining nitra 60 meters away, the engineer is securing the scout's location so he can mine in peace, the driller is cooking the lootbugs, or the gunner is pondering the best zipline location, the fight often ends with the dwarf who pulled the weed dying, and everyone else going in one by one to also die. Like any other event in the game, you should be sure everyone is ready before starting. A simple "r for weed?" could be the difference between success and failure.
So you've surveyed your surroundings and everything looks good. You're itching to fight the weed. Here's some extra tips that will help:
1) Driller is the ultimate weed killer, and can make a weed fight insanely easy. If your driller is using the Cryo Cannon, weeds are ridiculously easy to freeze, and if he's using the Flamethrower, weeds are unable to attack if they're on fire. Focus on keeping weeds frozen/on fire so there's less artillery fire on both you and your fellow dwarves.
2) If you have the rock mover upgrade on your C4, please don't use it on the weed when it opens up. The massive terrain damage makes the battle harder for everyone (including you).
3) If you need to pick up a fellow dwarf during the fight, don't ever res on the ground unless you're absolutely sure you're not being fired at, you're a gunner dropping a shield, or you're using your Field Medic. Dig beneath the dwarf and res them from below to avoid becoming another corpse from artillery fire.
4) The projectiles weeds shoot at you can be destroyed, similarly to spitballer projectiles. While it's more ammo efficient to dodge them, shooting the projectile (or drilling it) can come in handy in a pinch.
5) Most importantly, if the fight is going poorly and you need a quick breath, don't be afraid to disengage and regroup. The weed can't chase you, all it can do is shoot if you're in line of sight. Drop a resupply in a safe area and restock, then go finish the job.
I hope this post helps some fellow dwarves out, and I look forward to smoking some weed(s) with you all down in Hoxxes. Rock and Stone miners!

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Note: Not all products arrive in all stores at the same time and some might only be available regionally. Please contact your local store for product stock questions and estimated arrival dates.
There were a few new May products that were VERY limited and may no longer be available in stores as of June (Beach Day Gummy Candy, Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Fraîche, S'mores Clusters). 😔
Please leave a comment if you've seen a new or seasonal item from May that's not listed here!
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🆕 New for May 2023 (some may have shown up end of April or beginning of June)

• Aura Berry Ginger Collagen Tea - $2.99
• Beach Day Gummy Candy (Very Limited) - $1.99
• Blueberry Preserves, Organic (Limited Availability) - $4.49
• Brazil Nut Body Wash (Limited Availability) - $5.99
• Breaded Cheddar Cheese Curds - $4.99
• Black Tea + Lemon Cold Brew Iced Tea, 18 Tea Bags - $2.69
• Campanology Peach Ale (Limited Availability, YMMV) - $7.99
• Chocolatey Coated Peanut Butter Crispy Rice Bites
• Coffee Syrup (not new, but hasn’t been around for years - has anybody seen this?) - $4.49
• Crunchy Chili Onion Hummus - $3.99
• Diamond Crystal Salt Co. Kosher Salt Flakes - $8.99
• Diamond Reserve Pauillac, YMMV - $19.99
• Donuts Forever! Donut Shaped Chocolate Truffles - $4.49
• El Cortijo Dorado Cow’s and Sheep’s Milk Cheese
• Enchanted Jangle - $4.49
• French Heritage Orange Rind Saint Paulin Cheese (May’s Spotlight Cheese) - $3.99
• Gluten Free Strawberry Muffins - $4.99 for 4
• Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Strips (refrigerated, not sure if new, or new in some regions?)
• GT’s ALIVE Ancient Mushroom Elixir - Lemon Lime
• Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Fraîche (Limited Availability) - $3.99
• Mafalda Corta Pasta Macaroni Product (Limited Availability) - $2.49
• Milk Chocolate Bar with Corn Flakes - $2.99
• Mini (Almost) Everything Bagel Sandwich Crackers with Cream Cheese Filling
• Oat Chocolate Bars with Crispy Rice & Cocoa Nibs - $2.49
• Organic Blueberry Preserves (Limited Availability) - $4.49
• Organic Chiapas Mexico Small Lot Coffee (not new, but hasn’t been available in years) - $10.99
• Organic Mafalda Corta Pasta (Limited Availability) - $2.49
• Organic Plain Cream Cheese Spread - $3.49
• Pink Insulated Bag - $7.99
• Raspberry Icelandic Style Skyr Lowfat Yogurt
• Salted Caramel + Pistachio Scented Candle (Limited Availability) - $5.99
• Shortcake Biscuits (not new, but new to some regions) - $4.49
• S’mores Clusters - (Very Limited Availability, no longer available) - $3.99
• Spicy Honey Sauce (bigger 12 oz. bottle is new, no longer organic) - $4.99
• Super Sweet Marzanino Whole Peeled Tomatoes in Tomato Juice
• Sweet & Salty Umami Crunchies Rice Snackers - $2.99
• Trio of Soft Licorice Twists (Raspberry, Mango, and Green Apple)
• Whole Grain Waffles - $2.69

Not new but may be changing suppliers or packaging in some regions, YMMV - please comment with your region if you’ve noticed new packaging for the Pesto, Pizza Sauce, Tabouli, or Tzatziki):

• Balsamic Glaze
• Pesto Genovese (refrigerated)
• Pizza Sauce (refrigerated)
• Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
• Tabouli (I think they spell it Tabbouli)
• Tzatziki

🌷Returning Spring & Seasonal Limited Items that returned in April / May / June:

• BBQ & Black Pepper Toscano Chopped Salad
• Blueberry Dreams Frozen Dessert Bars
• Blueberry Fields Hard Cheese - $4.99
• Body Essence Aloe Vera Gel - $3.49 (is this new or returning?)
• Brazil Nut Body Butter
• Brazil Nut Body Scrub
• Brie Cheese with WIld Mushrooms - $11.99/lb.
• Brie Cheese with Green Peppercorns - 11.99/lb.
• Cajun Style Alfredo Sauce -$3.99
• California Sun-Dried Tomatoes - $2.49
• Cheddar Cheese with Scotch Bonnet Chili and Red Peppers
• Chive Cheddar Cheese - is this seasonal?
• Chocolate Fudge Oat Bars Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert
• Coconut Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate - $5.99
• Coffee Bean Mini Hold the Cone! Ice Cream Cones - $3.79
• Cold Brew Black Tea Concentrate (Organic) - $4.99
• Cold Brew Coffee Bags - $7.99
• Crunchy Jalapeno Lime & Onion - $4.29
• Dark Chocolate Watermelon Sticks - $3.49
• Dill Pickle Mustard - $1.99
• Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Snackers - $3.99 (not sure if seasonal or back in stock after TOS?)
• Glazed Sour Cream Donuts
• Grapefruit Scented Candle
• Halloumi Cheese (not sure if seasonal or returning after TOS) - $5.99
• Horchata Inspired Ice Cream
• Jalapeño Limeade Lime Juice Beverage (shelf stable) - $2.29
• Just The Lobsters Lobster Shaped Soft & Chewy Gummy Candy
• Key Lime Pie (frozen) - $5.99
• Mango Flavored Black Tea
• Mango Jicama Slaw - $5.49
• Marshmallows - $2.99
• Mini Cheesecake Cones - $4.29
• Mini Chocolate Mousse Flowers
• Organic Poppy Seed Dressing
• Organic Sugar Cones - $2.99
• Out Of This World Ice Pops
• Patio Potato Chips - $2.69
• Peaches & Cream Tarte (frozen) - $5.99
• Peanut Butter Caramel Coated Popcorn - $3.79 (not sure if seasonal or back in stock after TOS)
• Peonies (Peony Flowers) - $9.99, YMMV
• Peony Blossom Candle - $3.99
• Peony Blossom Foaming Hand Soap - $2.99
• Pink & Whites Dark Chocolate Bar - $2.99
• Pink & Whites Shortbread Cookies with Yogurt Coating and Sprinkles - $4.49
• Portuguese Custard Tarts - $2.99
• Salt Water Taffy
• Seasoning In A Pickle Seasoning Blend - $2.49
• Shortcake Biscuits (bakery) - $4.49 (may be new in some regions, and returning seasonal in other regions)
• Sparkling Strawberry Juice Beverage - is this seasonal or year-round, I thought it was year-round but the Watermelon one is seasonal? - $3.99
• Sparkling Watermelon Juice Beverage - $3.99
• Spicy Buffalo Cheddar
• Spicy Mango Lemonade (refrigerated) - $3.29
• Strawberry Basil Vinaigrette - $3.99
• Strawberry & Jalapeno Crisps - $3.99
• Strawberry Lemonade Joe-Joe’s Sandwich Creme Cookies - $3.49
• Strawberry Shortcake Sandwich Cookies
• Strawberry & Vanilla Flavored Yogurt Pretzels
• Sweet Basil Foaming Hand Soap - $2.99
• Sweet Corn, Burrata & Basil Ravioli
• These Sprinkles Walk Into A Sandwich Cookie - $3.49
• Tomato Ketchup with Black Summer Truffle - $3.49
• Tres Leches Cake (frozen) - $7.99
• Truffle Aioli
• Truffle Flavored BBQ Sauce - $3.49
• Ube Ice Cream - $3.79
• Ube Mochi Pancake & Waffle Mix - $3.99
• Ube Pretzels
• Ube Spread - $3.99
• Ube Tea Cookies Purple Yam Shortbread Cookies - $4.49
• Watermelon Cold Pressed Juice - $2.99
• Watermelon Cucumber Cooler Juice Beverage - $3.49
• Watermelon Lemonade Sparkling Water - $3.49
• Watermelon & Peach Macarons - $5.49
• When life Gives you Lemons Make Ice Cream - $3.79
• White Stilton Cheese with Mango & Ginger - $11.99/lb
• Wildberry Cheesecake Ice Cream - $3.79

Back In Stock after being Temporarily Out Of Stock (YMMV, may not be back in all regions):

• Bamba with Hazelnut Creme Filling
• Crispy Crunchy Mochi Rice Nuggets
• Crispy Crunchy Spicy Mochi Rice Nuggets
• Daily Facial Sunscreen
• Mee Krob Snackers
• Salsa De Cacahuate
• Savory Banana & Nuts Trek Mix - I thought this was discontinued, but may be back?
• Squiggly Knife Cut Noodles
• Tangy Turtles Tart & Sweet Gummy Candy

Temporarily Out Of Stock in some regions, YMMV:

• Candy Coated Chocolate Peanuts
• Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips
• Instant Cold Brew Coffee has been recalled
• Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings
• Steamed Pork & Ginger Soup Dumplings
• Sweet & Salty Umami Rice Crunchies
• Taiwanese Green Onion Pancakes
• White Miso Paste?

Soon-To-Be-Discontinued:

• Cookie Butter Sandwich Cookies - can anybody please confirm if these are being discontinued or not?
• Golden Berry Blend (Raisins, Cranberry, Blueberries)

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• Discontinued in 2023:
• Arugula & Parmigiano Reggiano Ravioli
• Bamba with Hazelnut Creme Filling is still showing as “discontinued” in California stores, other regions may vary, supposed to be returning to Northeast region in May
• Big Soft Pretzels
• Chili Sesame Oil
• Cilantro and Jalapeño Hummus
• Classic Hummus
• Cocoa & Sea Salt Instant Oatmeal
• Coconut Cashews
• Corn Poblano Chowder
• Dark Russet Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips discontinued in California only
• Dried Bing Cherries
• Grass Fed Angus Beef Burgers
• Herbed Tahini Sauce
• Hi-Protein Veggie Burger
• Honey Wheat Pretzel Sticks
• Just… Grilled Chicken Strips
• Glucosamine Chondroitin for Dogs
• Goat Cheese & Sundried Tomato Ravioli
• Multigrain Toaster Waffles - replaced with Whole Grain Waffles
• Organic Valencia Crunchy Salted Peanut Butter
• Ricotta & Lemon Zest Ravioli
• Savory Banana & Nuts Trek Mix
• Smoked Andouille Chicken Sausage
• Spicy Hummus Dip
• Uncooked Ground Buffalo Burgers ?
• Vegan Ranch Crunch Salad Kit

🔮 Sneak Peaks rumored to be coming sometime in 2023:

• Golden Caramel Swirl Ice Cream (not new, but returning previously discontinued product)
• Organic Midnight Moo Chocolate Syrup - looks like it might be from a new supplier?
• Portuguese Bacalhau Pie (Tarte de Bacalhau)
• S’mores Ice Cream
• Taco Gouda Cheese
• Tiny Fruity Cuties Sweetened Corn & Oat Cereal

I’m looking at purchasing my first Ex and am seeking some help. If you were in the market for your first excursion, what would you offer for the following?
2003, 6.0 Powerstroke, 4x4 Limited, 216k miles.
HAS ROCKER RUST.
Egr delete, 4” straight pipe, Livewire ts+ tuner with blessed performance tunes are the only engine mods.
Replaced the following in 2001: ICP sensor, HFCM, transmission, both front hub assemblies, drag link, tie rod ends, ball joints, steering stabilizer, and a drop pitman arm.
Custom built roof rack with a full size spare tire, lights all around it. Tough country cattle guard with rigid pods and a light bar. 05-06 grille & headlights, 2020 F-250 Platinum wheels on Toyo 35x12.50R20’s, 08-16 F-250 rear bumper,
Has a backup camera, Apple car play radio, heated seats, weather tech floor mats, rear and captains chairs.
The following “bulletproof” parts are new in the box and go with the truck: ARP head studs, Motorcraft complete upper gasket kit, Motorcraft oil cooler, and a Mishimoto coolant filter kit.

Hi everyone! We are changing our end-of-life asphalt roof to standing seam metal to prepare for solar panels. We received quotes from 3 different roofing companies and there is one we are very close to deciding on because it's the most affordable. The other quotes were at least $13k-$15k higher. It's quite an investment and I'm hoping to get some expert eyes on it here.
Our roof is about 2400 SF and our house is built in 1951, a typical Cape Cod style with 16" rafters on center. We are in the Northeast, so snow about 6 months of the year.

Here's the quote we are thinking of going with:
Reputable local roofer that looks like they're part of a nationwide brand/group. They install asphalt and other types of metal roofs too.
$23k for roof + $2300 to reframe rafters to fit a curb-mounted 45" x 46" FS SO6 Velux skylight over kitchen (exterior work only, no interior framing or finishing included)
1 layer of shingles tear-off. Repair or replace plywood at $325 per 10' x 10', if needed. (Roofing specialist went up on roof and walked around and doesn't think we have any to replace.)
26ga STRIATED Galvalume with Akzonobel coating (I think this is a siliconized resin coating) over 1 x 4 purlins over existing 1/2" roof decking with synthetic underlayment. We are choosing a dark brown frosted finish.
Ridge vent, snow bars, reflashing chimney, vent kits, side wall flashing, corners and gable trim, closures and gaskets included.
Metal has a 40-year warranty and the paint has a chalk/fade warranty of 30 years. Roofer provides 10 years of workmanship warranty.

We drove around to look at houses they've installed similar roofs on and there are definitely noticeable striations. We don't dislike it though we prefer a flatter (minimal 2-pencil rib) look but not $15k more in preference.
I asked about 24ga version of our panels and he said that will oil-can badly, possibly no striations on 24ga? It wasn't very clear. I also asked about Kynar-coated panel option and he said that we would need to replace our roof deck with a thicker decking for proper installation.
Does this sound like a decent choice? Is there anything else we should be aware of or ask about? Thanks so much!!