u/babyLays

Saw some posts online about the recent Spin Control event.

I want to make a build around the commissar's iconic side arm, but I'm having a hard time with figuring out a good build.

The primary concern I have with the pistol, is its short range. The early game pistols require the commissar to be close to the target - which makes engaging long-range enemies challenging.

I can play as soldier, and have a long-ranged rifle as my secondary weapon to attack these enemies - but I find myself using a long-ranged rifle the entire time, so what's the point of making a pistol build if that's the case.

I'm split between soldier's run and gun; or playing as officer. But I'm open to alternatives.

Any ideas?

Ps5 is hardwired to my internet modem in North America.

I am visiting South East Asia for 2 weeks, which is about 12,000km/7,500mi geographical distance from my home console.

While I don’t have my PsPortal with me, I was able to connect via remote play on my iPhone 13 and I’m able to play my PS5 games through the app using local wifi.

Sony indicates that PS remote play requires at least 5mbs connection speed.

I’m connected to the local wifi, with a speed of about 50mbs upload/download. The connection is stable.

Performance is passable. There is a noticeable half second input lag. So you won’t be playing any FPS/action oriented games, or any games that requires precision.

You can play turn based games perfectly fine though, albeit with the aforementioned lag. But given that turn based games don’t require the same level of precision as an FPS, I would say performance is passable.

The graphics is good. I can read everything on screen, and the graphics look just as good as though I’m using the app back in North America.

Overall, while the games you can play are limited - I’m pleasantly surprised that I was able to connect to my ps5 via remote play half way across the world, and also play some of my games.

Hi everyone, new here.

I just want to take the time to appreciate this show.

The show really captures the essence of a fantasy role playing game. I'm currently in Season 2 Episode 9 (no spoilers for later episodes please!) and I appreciate how the first 2 episodes solidifies the premise of what the season will be about:

Phat loot and defeating dragons. Hell yeah!

The premise feels comfortingly familiar, like a Saturday morning cartoon or replaying your fave RPG. The characters feels fleshed out. They're relatable to some degree, and they're all likeable. They feel real.

The animation reminds of the Avatar the Last Airbender - in terms of the quality of the fight choreography, along with how expressive the characters are. I grew up watching ATLA, so I have come to appreciate LoVM's spin on the genre.

Unlike ATLA, however, the one weakness that LoVM has in its fight scenes. No, not necessarily the choreography - but in terms of how narrative writing takes precedence over the physical battle that's occurring on scene.

So for example, in the recent episode I watched, Vex fought >!the Tree Spirit Incel to obtain her legendary bow. !<

You would think Kiki could use her immense powers as demonstrated in a previous episode to provide better support. But since narrative dictates that Vex overcomes this challenge herself - Kiki, unfortunately, had to be nerfed.

I think the recurring pattern that I'm observing is that power levels of each character fluctuate depending on what the narrative dictates. Some characters would highlight immense battle prowess in one scene, then get their ass kicked the next. It's a bit inconsistent, which is contrary to my recollection of ATLA.

But I dont know. Maybe they're all rolling Nat 1s. I feel like that's a good reason o explain this scenario. This is a DnD campaign after all.

It's not all bad though.

Seeing Scanlan defeat the Sphinx is probably one of the best shows I've seen in a while. Chills. It was so good.

I'm also super invested in Grog's quest - where he figures out "where his strength comes from" following the destruction of that evil sword.

I have quite a bit to go still, but I'm really enjoying the journey so far!

...was to make a good looking Arisen, and a babe Pawn.

I bought the game months ago, and I just cant get past the opening gryphon scene. Part of the reason is that my Arisen looked ugly af in cutscenes, and I couldnt be bothered to go through the sliders as it felt super overwhelming.

Ultimately, I couldn't be bothered playing a game with an ugly MC. So I dropped the game.

A week ago, I tried again - and finally found the right sliders that made me think "hey, this character doesn't look too bad - let's actually play the game."

So I proceeded with the game and got into a second hurdle - creating a Pawn. So I looked up some sliders for hot babe Pawns, and this community did not disappoint.

Strangely - y'all like to ensure that butt slider is maxed to 100%. But I ain't hating.

I finally made it to the main castle - starts with a V. And I'm super inclined to continue playing. The story is super barebones - but aside from that, exploration is great. I'm having a lot of fun!

All this to say - is that, to those who believed that DD2 is trash, I think part of the reason is they have an ugly Arisen. 🤷

Has anyone from North America brought their PS Portal to a trip to south east Asia, and see if their connection with their home PS5 is working?

I heard people who have done this, including direct plug to their NA PS5 and a reasonable wifi in SE Asia - resulted in no connection.

Thoughts?

Big fan of Trails series. I love its world building and the team's commitment to long-form storytelling.

I've always considered Trails a visual novel in a trench-coat. Great stories, great characters, great gameplay, great music. It's basically a VN in 3D visuals.

I struggle to think of any game that are Trails-like. I feel that's what makes the series so unique in that regard.

Thoughts?

Does anyone know of any similar games they played that captures the similar commitment to long-term story telling as Trails?

Out of the cast of playable characters, Quatre stood out.

I really appreciate his determination, and his willingness to help. It's a different flavour from what we're used to. We see determination in some form of shonen brovado. But Quatre's feels more subdued - borne from genuine care.

I think part of it is the discrimination he faced. There are scenes where adults would look down on him for not acting like a traditional man. Even Van have made some borderline insensitive comments about Quatre's gender.

Given all this, I really appreciate his courage. I really like how Quatre looks up to the older scientists, regarding them as part of his family - even if they are assholes to him sometimes.

I also like Quatre's design. His hair especially. I dont know how Falcom is able to make his hair look feminine and masculine simultaneously - but they did it. Whoever designed Quatre must have taken a lot of time to get it just right.

There are a few Trails character where it triggers a paternal instinct within me to protect them at all cost. KeA was one of them. And I feel that Quatre is becoming one of them too.

I look forward to see his growth in DB2!

I beat Daybreak 1 not too long ago, took a break and am wondering about jumping into Daybreak 2.

Without spoilers, what can I expect from this game?