Any puzzle that requires exceptional levels of creativity to solve is going to leave some players stranded

In Sesotho, “how are you?” is “ho joang?” which gets shortened to “hj”

No, in fact some people are misdiagnosed adhd when they are actually lazy

Other responses are kind of fence-sitting so I’m gonna go out on a limb here and say yeah it’s poor taste, but forgiveable. I think it just boils down to why would you use a skin tone that’s not yours? Some people like having an emoji that’s they share with others of their color, so why intrude on that?

Then what is your explanation for black and brown people more likely to use the skin toned emojis, as has been mentioned so much in this thread? Are they less lazy than white people, or care more about it? If they care more about it, then why?

White dude here. I use the white skin emojis, but honestly I think it’s just because I see my black and brown friends use their skin tones as a rule, and I feel like using the yellow tone is a bit weird when others are using the skin tone customization.

I’m not ashamed of my skin color or anything and the phone remembers my last tone selection so I don’t really see a reason to not use it.

All and probably most Local feeds are negative. If you’re looking for a more positive experience, you should change the way you interact with Lemmy and the Fediverse.

First, you should investigate different instances (or consider hosting your own) and find one that sounds like it has a better vibe. Then use the Local feeds instead of All.

Second, look for better communities. Many people complain about there being different iterations of communities but this is where that’s a strength of Lemmy’s structure. If the news community you’re frequenting is too full of downers, then look into different news communities. Or- again- if you’re feeling up to it, make your own and advertise it as a light-hearted community, then moderate it as such.

I don’t know what you’re referencing, sorry if im a bit dense haha

Absolutely, and it’s infuriating. The only thing that can stand between criminals and sociopaths is the vote, and a too much of the vote is controlled by morons.

Yes, and it’s important that felons be able to run for president. Were that not the case, a corrupt enough system could just disqualify anyone that would seek to oust it.

Iirc there was a whole thing when Joker came out where people were trying to diagnose the Joker with some combination of real conditions, and the actor/writers came out and said nah we just gave him a bunch of behaviors generally accepted as dangerous red flags

I am abroad and have lots of friends that won’t download WhatsApp, so I use Instagram to contact them. Also, a couple of family friends have reached out to me with news or something. It does have a niche for me as a messaging app like Facebook, even if the only reason I use it is simply because other people won’t not use it.

Thank you this is what I was looking for

How does my default phone app on Android threaten my security? Does this app use data for calls or cell connection?

Giving up your right to privacy because you have nothing to hide is like giving up your freedom of speech because you have nothing to say.

Haven’t even looked at it to be honest, but it doesn’t surprise me. Unbalanced classes are exciting and entertaining and that’s what they are selling.

Fair take. I do wonder if that convolutedness of their ideas might benefit them when they are able to design a whole system to accommodate the ideas rather than just producing supplements to 5e.

Yeah you are right to foresee the comparison. Anyone who isn’t familiar with both to the point where they can differentiate their perspectives on their work might inform opinions on Colville’s/MCDM’s work by knowledge of Mercer/Critical Role’s work. Plus them sharing a first name doesn’t help.

They’ve already reached their stretch goals. If you’re unsure now just wait I think.

To be honest with you, I don’t think comparing MCDM to Critical Role is apples to apples.

I love watching Critical Role! They produce a fantastic spectacle. But their success doesn’t come from a deep understanding of the game or innovative ideas as far as game design goes. I don’t really pay attention to their promotions and stuff so I can’t say much about it.

MCDM, the way I see it, has a focus on producing game supplements, and a secondary entertainment aspect which promotes their focus. Similar to how I don’t investigate Critical Role’s systems etc., I don’t really tune into MCDM’s games to listen to.