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TopicList ways your diet/nutrition has improved in 2019
xMythic
12/27/19 12:24:48 PM
#24
My diet has improved a great deal this year. I spent two weeks in Costa Rica at a biological research station. During my time there I got used to eating a lot of rice, beans, lean meats, fresh fruits and veggies, and drinking a ton of water each day. I've since continued that type of diet back here at home and I've been losing weight and feeling great.

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TopicDo you regularly shop at Dollar General/Tree?
xMythic
12/23/19 2:51:33 PM
#23
Sada_Pop posted...
Hell yes. I go mainly for toiletries, cleaning supplies, and snacks.
Same, those are really the only things I ever get there.

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TopicWho's the better Home Alone character?
xMythic
12/23/19 2:30:56 PM
#10
Purely posted...
At the end of Home Alone 2 when the kids are running around saying "It's Christmas!" Frank sits straight up out of bed and shouts "What??"

It's a moment that passes very quickly, easy to miss. It's hilarious. Reminds me of whenever I would wake up my dad.
I watched that last night and noticed that scene too. It's only one word, but with it he perfectly portrayed every dad or Grandpa ever.

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TopicZelda: A Link to the Past still curbstomps Breath of the Wild and Twilight Princ
xMythic
12/23/19 2:25:55 PM
#69
I loved ALttP, but to me BotW represents technology catching up with what I imagine was Miyamoto's original vision for LoZ. It's an adventure in a huge, beautifully crafted, wild, and dangerous world with no limitations!

I thought the classic LoZ formula had gone stale long ago, so the changes in BotW were very much welcome by me. It's not perfect, but it's a great building block for future games in the series.

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TopicFavorite food from your culture?
xMythic
10/31/19 3:36:20 PM
#91
Wild rice and frybread
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TopicWhich auto insurance company do you have?
xMythic
10/20/19 3:45:53 PM
#16
Progressive, have gone through them for the past year. I have switched between them, Geico, and State Farm for the past 5 years. I stick with one for a 6 month term, then I can usually get one of the others to give me a lower rate then I switch.
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TopicFirst thing that comes to mind when you see the band 'Breaking Benjamin'?
xMythic
10/20/19 3:43:17 PM
#15
Halo 2, that part where Blow Me Away plays
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TopicSan Andreas speedrun record recently dropped from 3h52m to under 20m
xMythic
10/20/19 3:38:07 PM
#6
Unreal. The knowledge and the timing required was just incredible.
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TopicWon $100 at the casino in an hour >_>
xMythic
10/10/19 1:12:41 AM
#59
SiO4 posted...
xMythic posted...
Yup, IGT. Started off working for the casino but switched over to the technical side with IGT.


That's what I thought. I tried to do that, but got passed over. Even though I was more qualified.
Hung in there for a few years more, but had to get out. That world is fucked up.

But ya, I know IGT games pretty well. I could actually RAM clear some of the old gameking cabinets.
The new cabs are shit. It all went downhill after the merger with, Gtech.

Yeah that's what I've been told. I got out ages ago, back when I was still a young man lol. I have some friends who are long time techs and stuck with it through the merger. It just isn't the same they say. Everyone misses the old machines, especially the older players.
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TopicWon $100 at the casino in an hour >_>
xMythic
10/10/19 12:59:45 AM
#57
SiO4 posted...
xMythic posted...
I was a slot tech at a small casino about 12 years ago. Seen some funny glitches. The coolest one was on a video poker machine that would allow you double up by picking card suits if you won a hand. The glitch was that it wouldn't let you lose, you would always "guess" the suit correctly allowing you to double up indefinitely.

We came across the glitch two or three times (over the course of tens of thousands of spins) on a decommissioned machine in our tech room but once one of my fellow techs made it happen on a live machine. He used spun off a credit someone left on a machine, just to get rid of it. He won 2 credits (nickel machine), then doubled it up to over 100k before resetting the machine. It was funny seeing the reaction of players who crowded around to watch.


Who did you work for?
IGT?

Yup, IGT. Started off working for the casino but switched over to the technical side with IGT.
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TopicWon $100 at the casino in an hour >_>
xMythic
10/10/19 12:45:11 AM
#55
SiO4 posted...
metallica846 posted...
samurai bandit posted...
Here you can read more about the payouts:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slot_machine#Payout_percentage

My example was a poor one, seems it ranges from ~75% to 98% of money to give back to the player.


Sweet I was googling but I couldn't find shit.

Ugh reading through that is kind of depressing because I can see the people just mindless smashing those buttons like zombies and chain smoking. Plus one of the last sentences about how jackpots aren't guaranteed because of computer error. Like oh sorry you didn't win $5 million, the thing was on the fritz, here's your money back...fuck that shit.


That 78%-98% can depend on the class of the Casino, and the wager amount. However, it might not just be for one machine, it can be an average throughout the building. So, for instance, if one game has a jackpot and pays out are large percent another, my be holding money and not pay out shit.

Once just as an experiment, I checked a game after it was installed, only after one player played it and won, and the payout was over 100%...for a brief period. Bally games, and some new IGT games will give your real time info in the back screen.

Also, if you see a progressive that is some stupid amount for the size casino, that is all small jackpots that are not being paid out on other machines within the facility.

metallica846...
Like oh sorry you didn't win $5 million, the thing was on the fritz, here's your money back...fuck that shit.


And LOL "Malfunctions void all plays and pays"...that's there, but not always used.
Also last I knew the poker slot games now have a sticker that says, basically, it's not a game of skill.

Games do malfunction from time to time, though. That is not unheard of. And also a bill can go in and not be registered. You will have an open session with zero balance. Technically the casino should go into the cash box and return the bill to the guest. But not all places do that.

But in terms of pay outs. That happens as well. Usually, if you fight it hard enough you will lose. If it is a big enough deal, what the house will most likely do is offer you the highest payout the machine has. I mean, like if it says you won millions, when it's like a penny game. And yes that shit has happened.

I was a slot tech at a small casino about 12 years ago. Seen some funny glitches. The coolest one was on a video poker machine that would allow you double up by picking card suits if you won a hand. The glitch was that it wouldn't let you lose, you would always "guess" the suit correctly allowing you to double up indefinitely.

We came across the glitch two or three times (over the course of tens of thousands of spins) on a decommissioned machine in our tech room but once one of my fellow techs made it happen on a live machine. He used spun off a credit someone left on a machine, just to get rid of it. He won 2 credits (nickel machine), then doubled it up to over 100k before resetting the machine. It was funny seeing the reaction of players who crowded around to watch.
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TopicDo the redskins need ah name change?
xMythic
10/06/19 6:49:16 PM
#23
It needs to be changed. It's a racial slur, it shouldn't even be a question that it needs to go.
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TopicHave modern RPG's reached the original pitch for Fable (Project Ego)?
xMythic
09/25/19 1:51:14 AM
#8
Nope, no game has come close. I remember the first time I read about it, in GamePro in the fall of 2003. I was so hyped. It sounded unbelievable! I remember the talk regarding the tree getting bigger over time, the kid with the scar looking for revenge, all that crap. 15 years later, still haven't gotten anything like what was promised.
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TopicIt: Chapter Two is flopping @ the box office
xMythic
09/24/19 12:06:09 AM
#9
I never had high hopes for it. The gang when they were kids was easily the stronger narrative of the two, and even then the first movie was pretty bad. I don't think I'll get around to watching chapter 2. Disappointing, since the book is one of my all-time favorites
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TopicDoes your Family still own the HOUSE you grew up in??
xMythic
09/08/19 11:38:05 PM
#22
Yes. I own it now.
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TopicFinal Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age playthrough thread (expect SPOILERS)
xMythic
09/01/19 4:18:53 PM
#6
I need to get back into that game. I got about 80% of there way through 2 years ago before I got sidetracked. Thinking I should start over completely.
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TopicThis girl stopped talking to me... again
xMythic
08/24/19 4:00:23 PM
#7
She's not interested. Move on to the next one. You've already spent too much time worrying about this random internet person.
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TopicAnarchy Online is still online 19 years after its release (and it's F2P!)
xMythic
08/20/19 7:29:49 PM
#10
Wow, I downloaded that way back in the fall of 2004 when they made it free to play. I played it for a couple hours. I never tried another mmo since then.
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TopicMy Galaxy Note 10 shipped! It'll be here on Wednesday!
xMythic
08/19/19 2:24:03 PM
#16
Mine too! I'm getting the 10+ in blue. I wanted the glow but it was sold out. No big deal, since it will have a case on it 100% of the time.
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Topic>What is the greatest sports game of all time?
xMythic
08/10/19 4:34:29 PM
#25
NCAA Football 2004
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TopicDo you own a camera, other than the one in your phone?
xMythic
08/10/19 12:50:48 AM
#18
Vol2tex posted...
@xMythic posted...
Vol2tex posted...
xMythic posted...
I have an old Nikon d3100, it was my first DSLR. My main camera is a Nikon d7200.

I'm thinking about getting a Sony A7R IV next month.


The D3100 was my first DSLR too!

I have the D5300 now. How is the D7200?

Interesting, I almost got the d5300 but ended up with the d7200. I love it, it has served me well for the 3 years that I've had it.


I got mine in 2016, the 7200 might not have been out then.

Is there really a big difference between camera models though? I realized early that megapixels doesn't necessarily mean better photo quality for example. I just wonder if spending $1,000+ to upgrade to the next level is worth it.

I think if you hit the limitations with your camera then it would be worth it. I felt the need to upgrade from the d3100 because of its limited low light ability. I do a lot of shooting at night (northern lights, night sky, light painting) and I kinda hit the wall with that camera, so it was worth the $1000+ to get the d7200. But if the camera itself is working for you, you are better off investing in better lenses. That's just my amateur opinion.
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TopicDo you own a camera, other than the one in your phone?
xMythic
08/09/19 11:40:00 PM
#12
Vol2tex posted...
xMythic posted...
I have an old Nikon d3100, it was my first DSLR. My main camera is a Nikon d7200.

I'm thinking about getting a Sony A7R IV next month.


The D3100 was my first DSLR too!

I have the D5300 now. How is the D7200?

Interesting, I almost got the d5300 but ended up with the d7200. I love it, it has served me well for the 3 years that I've had it.
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TopicDo you own a camera, other than the one in your phone?
xMythic
08/09/19 7:18:37 PM
#7
I have an old Nikon d3100, it was my first DSLR. My main camera is a Nikon d7200.

I'm thinking about getting a Sony A7R IV next month.
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Topicwent kayaking today!
xMythic
07/31/19 8:09:54 PM
#12
I love kayaking! I bought a kayak two summers ago, along with a rack for my WRX, and it's my become favorite thing to do during the summer.
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TopicBiggest fuck up you've made in a game? *spoilers*
xMythic
07/28/19 3:47:41 PM
#4
I got to the final boss in FF8, but couldn't beat her. I didn't use the draw system at all and my characters were horrible underpowered. I had to restart lol.
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TopicThe U.S. feels the need to repay Native Americans but not African-Americans
xMythic
07/28/19 3:16:24 PM
#3
Repaying Native Americans? What are you referring to?
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TopicWhy are mothers with kids of toddler age so different?
xMythic
07/28/19 2:02:43 PM
#12
I would guess it's mainly because they don't relate to childless women. They no longer have any mutual interests. My girlfriend and I have a 4 year old son. It is easy to see how her circle of friends has changed since our son was born.

She doesn't go out of her way to ignore or shun girls who don't have kids, but it's only natural she's going to gravitate to other mothers who seemingly have things in common with her. I really don't think it has anything to do with being bitter about being tied down, like some goofs around here like to think.
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TopicGameFAQs silver goes live in August.
xMythic
07/28/19 1:46:08 PM
#17
I'll stick with GameFAQs Platinum. It's spendy but I enjoy the monthly loot crate.
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TopicShouldn't it be illegal to not read every post in a topic before posting?
xMythic
07/28/19 12:48:20 PM
#7
No. Most topics here go completely off the rails after a couple dozen posts. Sometimes you just want to reply to the op and ignore the political "discussion" the topic devolved into.
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TopicThere's no reason to have bone in wings when boneless exists.
xMythic
07/21/19 5:04:40 PM
#13
Boneless wings are just breaded chunks of bland breast meat. The only good reason to get them is to avoid getting your hands messy. The trade-off is the you miss out on the delicious skin and texture of bone-in wings.
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Topicbloody marys are my new favorite drink
xMythic
07/14/19 9:26:38 PM
#9
They're my favorite too. My girlfriend used to be a bartender, and she can make a great one. I like them spicy, with jalapeno juice.
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TopicRemember Shadow the Hedgehog THE GAME?
xMythic
07/12/19 4:55:42 PM
#23
Wow. I've never watched the trailer, or any gameplay videos for that matter. I only ever read the awful reviews way back when. That's like some bad fanfiction made into a video.
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TopicWhich U.S. state do you think has the worst food?
xMythic
07/03/19 10:17:48 PM
#49
BignutzisBack posted...
@SonicZack posted...
@xMythic posted...
Minnesota. We have a lot of great food here but it's dragged to the bottom by the existence of lutefisk.


That explains the character frpm Minnesota in King of the Hill making Lutefisk.


Lutefisk propels MN into the top 10, shame on both of you

I'm a lifelong Minnesotan and I've tried lutefisk so many times over the years. It's just awful lol. But we do got a bunch of great food up this way. Especially anything with wild rice.
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TopicWhich U.S. state do you think has the worst food?
xMythic
07/03/19 8:18:09 PM
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SonicZack posted...
xMythic posted...
Minnesota. We have a lot of great food here but it's dragged to the bottom by the existence of lutefisk.


That explains the character frpm Minnesota in King of the Hill making Lutefisk.

That's funny, I'm watching King of the Hill right now. But yes, that character is spot on. The Lutheran churches are always hosting lutefisk dinners around here.
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TopicWhich U.S. state do you think has the worst food?
xMythic
07/03/19 8:13:05 PM
#9
Minnesota. We have a lot of great food here but it's dragged to the bottom by the existence of lutefisk.
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TopicWanna see a pic of me naked ?here you go
xMythic
06/27/19 4:40:00 PM
#12
I disconnected from my work wifi to check this topic out. Boo!
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TopicDoes anyone else put salt on their fruit?
xMythic
06/22/19 11:26:34 PM
#8
I put salt on green apples. I've heard salt on watermelon is good too but I haven't tried it yet.
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TopicCalifornia Woman found her CAT CHOPPED IN HALF in a Horrific Discovery!!
xMythic
06/05/19 7:42:09 PM
#6
I can see an animal doing that. My psycho cat leaves dead animals (mice, rabbits, birds, squirrels, and chipmunks) on my porch. Sometimes they are sliced in half or decapitated, and the cuts are so clean they almost look surgical.
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TopicHow do you like your eggs?
xMythic
06/04/19 11:53:09 PM
#14
Over easy, with jalapenos, on toast
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TopicIs Brock Turner a rapist?
xMythic
06/03/19 10:37:30 PM
#5
CADE FOSTER posted...
Yes anyone that says no is evil as shit

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Topicwhy is AMERICA so backwards in terms of BOILING WATER in a microwave
xMythic
06/02/19 11:43:12 PM
#56
I used to boil water on the stove, and had never used the microwave.

I got an electric kettle last year. It was a game changer. I make tea regularly and it saves me a lot of time. And it has pleasing blue lights that turn on during the heating process and they turn off when it's ready. So nice.
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TopicWhen Your Name Is Kyle
xMythic
05/29/19 7:16:28 PM
#11
Drywall never stood a chance
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TopicMy car broke down outside the grocery store. Will my chicken spoil?
xMythic
05/29/19 7:05:52 PM
#7
Just eat it man. Roll the dice for once!
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TopicNorth Carolina is the worst Goddamn place for seasons in the whole wide world.
xMythic
05/29/19 6:58:31 PM
#16
Minnesota has that distinction on lock.
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TopicYour apartment is burning. You can only save ONE: Your dog, or a random baby.
xMythic
05/23/19 12:34:58 AM
#69
I would save the random baby, without a second thought. I love by dogs, but come on it's not even a question.

Only on the internet do you come across these people who would save an animal over a human.
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TopicFirst Russian name that comes to mind?
xMythic
05/19/19 11:04:27 PM
#18
Sergei
Natasha
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