Dodged getting sick thus far this winter, then woke up today in a world of pain thanks to an ear infection. Do not want. Immediate flashbacks of one years ago where I ended up on the ER as the pain led to sleep deprivation and me just crying and howling through the night. You know it is bad when the most heavy-duty painkillers don't dampen it any more.
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It's better today, the pain is mostly gone, guess the antibiotics and eardrops are working their magic. Also when I was in the shower, my ear suddenly popped and I can hear a little bit again. Still going in for an appointment to have the ear looked at and cleaned though. Not taking any chances with this stuff.
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Yeah, it's best to see a doctor. I had an ear infection last month(picked up swimmer's ear in Hawaii) and it was hell on earth until I went to the doctor and got looked at. Antibiotic eardrops provided a great deal of relief within a couple days, with the infection completely gone after a week.
My mouse is kind of broken, I put it back together as best as I could, except I've no clue how to put back a piece that lets me move the cursor and there's 0 help to be found on google. I've had this thing for less than a month I need to find the warranty paper and possibly ship it back to get a replacement.
More curios that you need to spend RL money to get? Really? -_-
(And yes, I know that people will say that you can get the curio pieces off people that buy them by using credits, but realistically, the chances of getting all the pieces that you need exclusively through the in-game credit system before the promotion ends are pretty small, especially considering you only get 3 pieces for every 100 credits you purchase.)
Never put passion before principle. Even if you win, you lose.
If olive oil comes from olives, where does baby oil come from?
If vegetarians eat vegetables, what do humanitarians eat?
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EveriineWise Old Swordsbird / BrontaurIndianapolis, IN, USA
More curios that you need to spend RL money to get? Really? -_-
(And yes, I know that people will say that you can get the curio pieces off people that buy them by using credits, but realistically, the chances of getting all the pieces that you need exclusively through the in-game credit system before the promotion ends are pretty small, especially considering you only get 3 pieces for every 100 credits you purchase.)
That's what happens when corporate makes game decisions. Nevermind that the tide has turned against curios, where the players finally agree that they are too much and need to be toned back. All corporate sees is SHINY BRING MOAR PEEPS TO PAYZ MONEYZ.
Everiine is a man, and is very manly. This MAN before you is so manly you might as well just gender bend right now, cause he's the manliest man that you ever did see. His manly shape has spurned many women and girlyer men to boughs of fainting. He stands before you in a manly manerific typical man-like outfit which is covered in his manly motto: "I am a man!"
Daraius said: You gotta risk it for the biscuit.
Pony power all the way, yo. The more Brontaurs the better.
I feel sorry for Estarra and the admin who are trying to design and create an excellent game, and all IRE is concerned about is being the EA/Activision of MUDs and squeezing every last penny out of it.
The divine voice
of Avechna, the Avenger reverberates powerfully, "Congratulations,
Morkarion, you are the Bringer of Death indeed."
You see Estarra the Eternal shout, "Morkarion is no more! Mourn the mortal! But welcome True Ascendant Karlach, of the Realm of Death!
I feel sorry for Estarra and the admin who are trying to design and create an excellent game, and all IRE is concerned about is being the EA/Activision of MUDs and squeezing every last penny out of it.
Yeah I usually do not play corporate-style MUDs for this very reason. It's usually much better on the amateur/indie ones where you can only advance by playing the game because they don't ask for money (Probably just some donations every now and then, as is reasonable). Everyone also seems a lot happier because it is more balanced and the admin focus on the game itself, not money.
(Not mentioning the fact that the whole curio business is just another example of something which may make novices feel stupid for not knowing about them)
I'd feel more inclined to pay money if I knew my money didn't go to stupid things like curios. I understand the game has to make money, and for that I am glad I have the membership as it is a great deal for both parties, but when I say this month's promotion I'm like nope I will wait another month for something that actually interests me. So, eh, yeah
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At least this curio isn't a huge combat imbalance, like the genie curio sets. I'm generally okay with fun/toy curio sets. On the other hand, I don't find them an enticing bonus for buying credits, because you have to buy SO MANY to realistically stand a chance at completing the curio, and it's all-or-nothing, basically.
Agreed with the above. I'd been planning a credit buy for the last few months, and wakabi tickets didn't interest me so I waited until yesterday. Got credits, lucked out and got all the pieces I needed for the pot. Yay good fortune, I suppose.
I maneuvered to have today off, but an essential part of that is now taking medical leave for a few weeks and no one mentioned it until right now.
EDIT: Hah, got the details. She was basically forced into unpaid medical leave for the foreseeable future due to corporate wankery, and will have to find another job until she has her baby (and she's still in the first trimester).
I'd feel more inclined to pay money if I knew my money didn't go to stupid things like curios. I understand the game has to make money, and for that I am glad I have the membership as it is a great deal for both parties, but when I say this month's promotion I'm like nope I will wait another month for something that actually interests me. So, eh, yeah
Looked back over the past 12+ months and this is how the promotions ended up
Feb 2013: Curios (Heart)
March 2013: Curios (Leprechaun pot)
April 2013: Presents
May 2013: Auctions
June 2013: Curios (Treasure Map)
July 2013: Curios (Bubble)
August 2013: BFF credits
September 2013: Dingbat promotion (Manse Marvel artifacts)
October 2013: Dingbat promotion extended
November 2013: Credit sale - bonus credits
December 2013: Curios (Genie)
January 2014: Curios (Red Heart/Leprechaun Pot/Treasure Map Redux)
February 2014: Wakabidrome
March 2014: Curios (Leprechaun pot 2.0)
Granted it is not as many as I thought, 7 out of the past 13 months were curio-related promotions.
Never put passion before principle. Even if you win, you lose.
If olive oil comes from olives, where does baby oil come from?
If vegetarians eat vegetables, what do humanitarians eat?
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EveriineWise Old Swordsbird / BrontaurIndianapolis, IN, USA
So, compared to everything else, curios have been WAY overdone.
Everiine is a man, and is very manly. This MAN before you is so manly you might as well just gender bend right now, cause he's the manliest man that you ever did see. His manly shape has spurned many women and girlyer men to boughs of fainting. He stands before you in a manly manerific typical man-like outfit which is covered in his manly motto: "I am a man!"
Daraius said: You gotta risk it for the biscuit.
Pony power all the way, yo. The more Brontaurs the better.
To be honest, I like the new curios. I think they're aimed towards people who like collecting shiny stuff; however, they are quite costly, but I guess that's totally understandable.
Viravain, Lady of the Thorns shouts, "And You would seize Me? Fool! I am the Glomdoring! I am the Wyrd, and beneath the cloak of Night, the shadows of the Silent stir!"
To be honest, I like the new curios. I think they're aimed towards people who like collecting shiny stuff; however, they are quite costly, but I guess that's totally understandable.
Isn't most curio just 'shiny stuff'?
Retired.
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EveriineWise Old Swordsbird / BrontaurIndianapolis, IN, USA
Too many of them are shiny + combat advantage. If curios were just shiny collectibles that didn't impact the game, yeah, sure, have a million of them. But they keep releasing curios that buff, so they are no longer just "shiny stuff".
Everiine is a man, and is very manly. This MAN before you is so manly you might as well just gender bend right now, cause he's the manliest man that you ever did see. His manly shape has spurned many women and girlyer men to boughs of fainting. He stands before you in a manly manerific typical man-like outfit which is covered in his manly motto: "I am a man!"
Daraius said: You gotta risk it for the biscuit.
Pony power all the way, yo. The more Brontaurs the better.
Bah. Relationships man. I'm currently being the go-between in the middle of a spat between two of my friends (boyfriend and girlfriend together). Yes, I know, therein lies danger, but damn it.
Bleh, was pressed for time today so I had to drive to uni. Ended up taking almost 90 minutes to get there plus had to pay $16 for parking for the day. Ended up 20 minutes late for my lecture.
Never put passion before principle. Even if you win, you lose.
If olive oil comes from olives, where does baby oil come from?
If vegetarians eat vegetables, what do humanitarians eat?
Bah. Relationships man. I'm currently being the go-between in the middle of a spat between two of my friends (boyfriend and girlfriend together). Yes, I know, therein lies danger, but damn it.
Life needs less drama.
Tell em that if they need to communicate via a third party than they need to grow the **** up and deal with their issues like adults.
Stangmar - Retired
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EveriineWise Old Swordsbird / BrontaurIndianapolis, IN, USA
That's what we call Triangulation. It is neither good for them or you to be the middle man.
Everiine is a man, and is very manly. This MAN before you is so manly you might as well just gender bend right now, cause he's the manliest man that you ever did see. His manly shape has spurned many women and girlyer men to boughs of fainting. He stands before you in a manly manerific typical man-like outfit which is covered in his manly motto: "I am a man!"
Daraius said: You gotta risk it for the biscuit.
Pony power all the way, yo. The more Brontaurs the better.
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You have received a new honour! Congratulations! On this day, you have shown your willingness to ensure a bug-free Lusternia for everyone to enjoy. The face of Iosai the Anomaly unfolds before you, and within you grows the knowledge that you have earned the elusive and rare honour of membership in Her Order.
Curio Exchange - A website to help with the trading of curio pieces in Lusternia.
If olive oil comes from olives, where does baby oil come from?
If vegetarians eat vegetables, what do humanitarians eat?
You have received a new honour! Congratulations! On this day, you have shown your willingness to ensure a bug-free Lusternia for everyone to enjoy. The face of Iosai the Anomaly unfolds before you, and within you grows the knowledge that you have earned the elusive and rare honour of membership in Her Order.
Curio Exchange - A website to help with the trading of curio pieces in Lusternia.
Mouse fixed.
Signature!
(And yes, I know that people will say that you can get the curio pieces off people that buy them by using credits, but realistically, the chances of getting all the pieces that you need exclusively through the in-game credit system before the promotion ends are pretty small, especially considering you only get 3 pieces for every 100 credits you purchase.)
If olive oil comes from olives, where does baby oil come from?
If vegetarians eat vegetables, what do humanitarians eat?
That's what happens when corporate makes game decisions. Nevermind that the tide has turned against curios, where the players finally agree that they are too much and need to be toned back. All corporate sees is SHINY BRING MOAR PEEPS TO PAYZ MONEYZ.
The divine voice of Avechna, the Avenger reverberates powerfully, "Congratulations, Morkarion, you are the Bringer of Death indeed."
You see Estarra the Eternal shout, "Morkarion is no more! Mourn the mortal! But welcome True Ascendant Karlach, of the Realm of Death!
You have received a new honour! Congratulations! On this day, you have shown your willingness to ensure a bug-free Lusternia for everyone to enjoy. The face of Iosai the Anomaly unfolds before you, and within you grows the knowledge that you have earned the elusive and rare honour of membership in Her Order.
Curio Exchange - A website to help with the trading of curio pieces in Lusternia.
If olive oil comes from olives, where does baby oil come from?
If vegetarians eat vegetables, what do humanitarians eat?
Presents = 1
Auctions = 1
Wakabidrome = 1
Credits = 2
Dingbats = 2
Curios = 7
So, compared to everything else, curios have been WAY overdone.
If olive oil comes from olives, where does baby oil come from?
If vegetarians eat vegetables, what do humanitarians eat?
I am death.
Estarra the Eternal says, "Give Shevat the floor please."