In an effort to cancel out the fireworks constantly going off nearly every night of late - and freaking the dog out - loud music with a heavy bass or beat has been the order of the day…
‘Motown Junk’ by the Manics on repeat is doing it tonight - and the dog is relaxed too 😃
Remember when I made that Star Trek Remastered DVD cover for Revisited?
I don’t mate - but that is one sweet cover - nice one 😃
Made me emotional.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/protester-hugged-nazi-pleads-hate-article-1.3575977
Well in Aaron Courtney, and thanks for posting that link d_e - positive news/stories in politics is always welcome 😃
I was wondering why did Ren kill Tekka instead of interrogating him like later with Poe? As much as he knew, Tekka might’ve been the only person to know of the map. What if he didn’t find Poe after killing Tekka?
Also, how did he know that Tekka gave the map to Poe? Did he read Tekka’s mind? Tekka might be old, but doesn’t seem to be weak-minded (except when he goes straight to them to get captured 😄 ). So, did he read Poe’s mind, instead? That would be odd too, because he later has to interrogate him for quite some time before he can get the informations he wants.
For the first part of your post… I took it as both Tekka and Ren knew that Ren wouldn’t be able to interrogate that information from him - whether that is due to Ren not having finished his training / skills - or Tekka having some knowledge (of the force) to be able to resist him. So if Tekka would not give Ren the info then Ren would ensure no-one else would be able to get it from Tekka…
It wasn’t made clear enough though - if this was indeed the case.
Re the second part - Ren knows and acknowledges that they have captured the best pilot in the resistance in Poe - so he likely knew that was the reason Poe was on Jakku - to meet with Tekka - likely re the map / or Skywalker’s whereabouts…
Just my guess at it.
Anakin Starkiller - please refrain from creating new unnecessary multiple threads in the Star Wars Fan Edit section - especially as some of these threads could easily fit into your ‘My list of potential changes for my edits’ thread.
Thank you.
Sorry. I’m used to Reddit, where threads don’t stay in use longterm, and every topic gets a new post. It’s not just that, though. I find it more intuitive to have threads dedicated to ideas than those dedicated to edits. When a thread is dedicated to an edit, you have no way of knowing in advance what kind of changes will be discussed, whereas if we dedicate threads to ideas, you know exactly what you’re getting into, making it easier to find threads that interest you. All in all, adding completely new ideas to an old thread is just a foreign concept to me.
I’ll try to remember to do it this way in the future, if that’s what’s prefered. I get where you’re coming from. I won’t deny I make much more individual threads this way. That said, I haven’t noticed anyone else complaining…but you’re a mod, so I assume you know what you’re talking about.
No worries mate - though as others have said we are a fair bit different from reddit; some of threads on here have been on the first couple of pages of various sections for a long, long time 😃
Remember, you can always edit/alter the thread titles to reflect/cover what is currently going though your mind for ideas etc.
It may also give posters on here a better idea for the type of Edits you are going for - should they see many of the ideas you are aiming to achieve in together in one or two threads.
And keep on with the ideas for your Edits - it also may be worth watching or reading up on some of the other Edits available too for even more ideas.
Good luck with it all 😃
Ha! A nice addition there mate 😃
Top work with Luke’s hood and a bit more extended Rey’s sabre too.
As you said in one of the other art threads (nice catch btw) - strange how Rey and Finn’s eyes have that ‘eye-level meet’ when the two poster are places side by side.
I simply can’t imagine browsing the forums on anything with such a tiny screen. 😉
When you’re in the Legoland Hotel waiting for dinner, there’s no other choice.
I trust it went down like this
Also, geocities still exists?
geocities.ws has done a decent job of archiving many of the old geocities.com websites - I think it’s to later blackmail the old owners as to embarrassing content and layouts from the 90’s etc 😉
Very cool - if you do remove the TLJ text from the poster it will leave what would seem to be quite a large gap there… though would likely still look quality 😃
Be nice to see both posters without text too 😃
Yeah something like that. I would put the URL on the back personally but it’s your project dude.
Cheers mate (it’s not really a project though - I’m just messing around a couple of ideas in MS paint with a few spare minutes 😃)
Speaking of Star Wars shirts with a Space Invaders vibe, I recently added this little piece to my wardrobe:
Quality fun t-shirt that 😄
I’ve never heard of calling someone a newt as an insult lol I think we’re all overreacting. Frink didn’t seem bothered by it anyway.
You’re all just a bunch of salamanders anyway.
Although it may appear an ‘overreaction’ mate, sometimes it helps to be a little pro-active in trying to nip these things in the bud - and also just to give posters a gentle nudge or reminder… that ‘name calling’ will not be tolerated on this site (as has been stated in a few others posts of late as a reminder).
Now, as said to LordZerome1080, it’s not a good idea to post something like that without context. Frink could have taken it badly (or to another poster could have) - and then it escalates…
(The Mods are busy enough trying to ensure the smooth-running of the site without having to go look up the various definitions of ‘newt’ out there on the internet - local, cultural, insults etc - to ensure that this wasn’t something more - or having to keep an eye on ‘newt’-based posts.)
‘Newt-based posts’ - what a way to start the day 😃
TV’s Fink is a Newt.
It’s not a good idea for that sort of post mate - even in here (the Random Thoughts thread) - and especially without context.
I believe you were referring to Monty Python yet…
without that context it could likely lead to some confusion, misconception and possibly some escalation - plus, name calling between posters of this site is a big NO.
‘No Donald Trump, ‘Radical Islamic Terror’ Did Not Cause A 13% Rise In UK Crime’…
^ an interesting read, not only for highlighting Trump’s inability to read past a headline (again), but also that this’ll be another error from him whether there will be no apology or acknowledgement that he got it so wrong (again)… and he’ll likely move on to the next new subject in a bid to try and deflect focus/scrutiny away from his own shortcomings (again).
They’ll be super cool signatures by then - 3D holographic and all - with a little death ray emerging from the Death Star to shoot through your monitors at the unruly / pesky members when needed~ 😉
Jay’s coding on this is something to behold.
~ the moderators apologise now for any future ‘accidental discharges’ and cases of mistaken identity. All disintegrations are final - thanks 😃
This is not an idea for return of the Jedi I have an idea for revenge of the sith and attack of the clones I was going to do it for my edit but you can go right away you should add darth mual into attack of the clones and revenge of the sith use after effects and take out count dooku and then replace with darth mual use a green screen and add him in. Another idea add Anakin in the Darth Vader costume for revenge of the sith when Order 66 goes down and the battle with Obi-Wan
I was listening to Darth Vader audio I would recommend using audio from Star Wars rebels when Vader fights Ashoka
And it would take out most of the clunky audio for the final battleI love your idea.
Edit I just read the last part I thought it would be a good Edition to the prequels giving Obi-Wan an arc
LordZerome1080 - once again, please do not post your comments in the text block of other posters - thank you.
I won’t do it again. Sorry.
Cheers, mate.
Holy shit NRA.
https://twitter.com/NRATV/status/921390510576562176
“We are witnesses to the most ruthless attack on a president & the people who voted for him…in American history." -@DLoesch #NRA
I hope many, many people who will see those posts and videos will see them for what they are - awful deflection and rallying tactics… without balance and context (and awareness of US history) - playing on fear, and also inflammatory.
If their beliefs cannot tolerate criticism or ‘sneering’, then perhaps they should question themselves as to whether their beliefs are actually sound.
It should appear centered on a desktop or laptop etc - though on some mobiles (and likely some tablets) the signatures may well appear like it does for yhwx.
Still, it seems to do the job - despite appearing a little ‘off’ on some mobiles.
Please remember these moderator signatures are likely a short-term measure to help posters be able to tell the difference between moderators and members to help avoid ‘confusion’.
Ta, muchly 😃
Anakin Starkiller - please refrain from creating new unnecessary multiple threads in the Star Wars Fan Edit section - especially as some of these threads could easily fit into your ‘My list of potential changes for my edits’ thread.
Thank you.
This is not an idea for return of the Jedi I have an idea for revenge of the sith and attack of the clones I was going to do it for my edit but you can go right away you should add darth mual into attack of the clones and revenge of the sith use after effects and take out count dooku and then replace with darth mual use a green screen and add him in. Another idea add Anakin in the Darth Vader costume for revenge of the sith when Order 66 goes down and the battle with Obi-Wan
I was listening to Darth Vader audio I would recommend using audio from Star Wars rebels when Vader fights Ashoka
And it would take out most of the clunky audio for the final battleI love your idea.
Edit I just read the last part I thought it would be a good Edition to the prequels giving Obi-Wan an arc
LordZerome1080 - once again, please do not post your comments in the text block of other posters - thank you.
This is not an idea for return of the Jedi I have an idea for revenge of the sith and attack of the clones I was going to do it for my edit but you can go right away you should add darth mual into attack of the clones and revenge of the sith use after effects and take out count dooku and then replace with darth mual use a green screen and add him in. Another idea add Anakin in the Darth Vader costume for revenge of the sith when Order 66 goes down and the battle with Obi-Wan
I was listening to Darth Vader audio I would recommend using audio from Star Wars rebels when Vader fights Ashoka
And it would take out most of the clunky audio for the final battleEdit I just read the last part I thought it would be a good Edition to the prequels giving Obi-Wan an arc
Mate, please post in the appropriate thread - this thread certainly is NOT that for your ideas posted above.
This thread, for example - http://originaltrilogy.com/topic/The-Prequel-Radical-Redux-Ideas-Thread/id/9911, is far more fitting for Prequel Trilogy ideas than this one.
Thank you.
a bit more something like this? (spacing of letting may need a little work etc)
Lissie: “Further Away (Romance Police)”
Reminds me a little of Stevie Nicks on some of her vocals - nice one.
Well, if you can stretch to $400 I’d personally opt for a BenQ BL2711U 27-Inch IPS 4K Monitor:-
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RORBPEW/?tag=thewire06-20&linkCode=xm2&ascsubtag=AgEAAAAAAAAAAPQL&th=1
I would go into a nearby store though and see for yourself first - as to whether you can tell the difference between a 4K monitor and a full HD monitor, or a 1440 monitor etc. And also think about what would you actually be using it for - gaming, video work, watching films or just general computer use… (and questions like will it fit on your desk, what outputs does your pc have, do you want an LCD or LED - or not bothered by it? etc)
Also review sites may be of help - a lot of stats and expect the odd negative review - though should be able to point you in the right direction. Whatever you do decide - have a good look around the net - and also in store to find a better deal if possible.
You may wish to give some consideration to the Dell 4K S2817Q 28" Screen LCD Monitor - available for at for $330 new, too:-
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-S2817Q-Screen-LCD-Monitor/dp/B01BBOC16O
I’ve just upgraded my monitor to a 27" AOC monitor (luckily got it free as 2nd hand from a friend), just in HD res - nothing really too fancy, but a noticeable difference than my old Hanspree 19" - even for more middle-age eyes! 😃
Good luck with it 😃
I think it could be the Leawo Player - my ‘Cyberlink PowerDVD 16’ player plays and navigates/skips through the films (.iso files located on the computer) - just fine.
Seriously, I am growing very concerned about the improvements in computers and computer intelligence. It is not out of the realm of possibility that computers will able to replace every human at every job. Imagine what it will do to the economy if humans are no long employable? What if computers do take over. I’m serious.
Universal basic income. It’s going to happen. It should happen way sooner than it’s going to though, and it’s going to carry a sigma similar to welfare for far too long after it’s implemented, too.
communism?
more like compassionism…
…and also a simplification of the various welfare states - in it’s administration and costs. As well as the end of politicising people currently receiving benefits as they are be used in attempted vote-winning - without much facts - and without people actually judged on a case-by-case basis.
Case in point for the UK - it’s Govts’s own figures have it as approximately £1.4b p/y is wasted in overpaid errors by it’s admin staff / complicated rules dealing with claims. Benefits ‘cheats’ cost approx £1.2b p/y too. Total amount of benefit that goes uncollected in the UK? £16b p/y.
These figures obviously don’t include those who have been denied disability benefits or had their benefits withdrawn - over which a significant number may have been done so unjustly - or being used a political football as figures need massaging for political means etc.
Not a lot of people know that above figures - especially when the Govt and various media outlets cast benefit claimants in such a negative light.
Strange they don’t focus on the £16b p/y that goes unclaimed to go where it is entitled - instead of it going back into Govt coffers, quietly.
Also often forgotten is that in the UK, maybe elsewhere too, that there are more unemployed people than there are jobs vacant/available - something to also consider for those that cast aspersions one those not working. Especially as for approx 10 years we have been gripped in this financial meltdown where jobs are scarce and job security is low - along with lower-than-inflation rises in wages for many (or no significant rises at all in comparison to rising costs of living).
A universal basic income could help negate a lot of that - and could help many people - & yet also Govts could still save money. Of course, a lot will rely on various Govts defining what universal basic income actually is, or will be… and how serious they are about tackling poverty, and it’s causes and effects.
But nothing like communism, even though there are many forms and interpretations of communism.
An interesting article on an experiment on universal basic income in Finland - and also automation and jobs in general - https://www.theguardian.com/society/2017/feb/19/basic-income-finland-low-wages-fewer-jobs
Just my take on it, of course.
oojason said:
This is my only ever SW t-shirt:-
That’s a great one. If I don’t get the sweater, I’ll go with two shirts. I’ve seen a couple that I like.
Cheers mate - I think the sweater is a winner - and could be the start of your own Christmas tradition type-thing 😃
a shame something like this isn’t available… (though not very Christmas-y 😉)
^ but in far better quality than a quick ms paint knock-up logo on top of t-shirt pic…
