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Kurieg posted:It's illegal in georgia to have an ice cream cone in your back pocket on sundays because people were using it to lure horses away from their owners. An example of why it's usually more interesting to find out why those weird rear end laws exist.
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In Minnesota it's illegal to cross state lines with a duck on your head, and I have no idea why.
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# ? Oct 1, 2018 19:43 |
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There are a LOT of really strange laws involving animals scattered around, and many of them seem incredibly odd or obtuse by any standard.
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# ? Oct 1, 2018 20:25 |
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Only in Florida there's a law against copulating with a porcupine. This is an actual law, and the reason why it passed seems obvious, but real puzzle is 'why did someone do that?' Less creepy laws, is Arizona has a law against shooting camels, despite no Camel being a native animal of the US: During the early 20th century, the Army was experimenting with having a Camel Cavalry for desert-based wars, and didn't want people to be shooting military equipment.
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# ? Oct 1, 2018 20:35 |
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As much as I like Haru, it feels like her Social Link is just a rehash of Mitsuru's. Also I've been processing what's happening to the plot so far and the only thing that's breaking my suspension of disbelief is the fact that apparently the Phantom Thieves are secretly smart enough to outwit Shido and Akechi.
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# ? Oct 2, 2018 05:51 |
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Kurieg posted:In Minnesota it's illegal to cross state lines with a duck on your head, and I have no idea why. Swimming across a river disguised as a duck?
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amigolupus posted:As much as I like Haru, it feels like her Social Link is just a rehash of Mitsuru's. Shido and Pancake are not very smart.
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amigolupus posted:the only thing that's breaking my suspension of disbelief is the fact that apparently the Phantom Thieves are secretly smart enough to outwit Shido and Akechi. Akechi literally blew his cover within the first few minutes of meeting the party.
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# ? Oct 2, 2018 16:05 |
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The plan went off without a hitch because Goro let his love for pancakes overtake him.
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# ? Oct 2, 2018 16:16 |
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Oh, for sure, Akechi and Shido are pretty dumb. Mostly it's just that their dumbness is revealed during the end, while we've spent most of the game seeing how the Phantom Thieves can be pretty dense idiots. It makes their bout of offscreen hypercompetence at springing Maaku out of prison a bit hard to take seriously.
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# ? Oct 2, 2018 16:23 |
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Funky Valentine posted:The plan went off without a hitch because Goro let his love for pancakes overtake him. This is highly plausible, pancakes are delicious.
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# ? Oct 2, 2018 16:49 |
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I believe some supplemental material actually reveals Goro has a food blog where he reviews food from all over Tokyo.
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Lord_Magmar posted:I believe some supplemental material actually reveals Goro has a food blog where he reviews food from all over Tokyo. I like to believe he's such an awkward dork that he'd tell his tragic backstory to the places he visits. "You see, I was born from a union between That Man and his mistress, but she committed suicide, so I...wait, why are you kicking me out?"
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amigolupus posted:I like to believe he's such an awkward dork that he'd tell his tragic backstory to the places he visits. he actually writes like an over-caffeinated teenage girl, complete with emoji and exclamation point abuse futaba reads one of his entries aloud in the cafe and he nearly dies on the spot
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Kurieg posted:It's illegal in georgia to have an ice cream cone in your back pocket on sundays because people were using it to lure horses away from their owners. And no one's bothered going through the work of actually removing it from the lawbooks. ...Part of me is wondering if you mean either the Country Georgia or the state though i am sure you mean the state. God this country's loving weird. Robindaybird posted:Only in Florida there's a law against copulating with a porcupine. This is an actual law, and the reason why it passed seems obvious, but real puzzle is 'why did someone do that?' Why is an even easier question. Liquor Kurieg posted:In Minnesota it's illegal to cross state lines with a duck on your head, and I have no idea why. Could have something to do with drunks, or possibly smuggling.
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Robindaybird posted:Only in Florida there's a law against copulating with a porcupine. This is an actual law, and the reason why it passed seems obvious, but real puzzle is 'why did someone do that?' "In the state of Florida it is the law: that a hedgehog may never be buggered at all~~~" ... I'm not sorry. That just popped into my head and if I have to suffer you all get to share it.
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 10:18 |
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There must be many sad Sonic fans in Florida.
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 16:30 |
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Oxxidation posted:he actually writes like an over-caffeinated teenage girl, complete with emoji and exclamation point abuse I like to think that he's in direct competition with the protagonist of Tokyo Mirage Sessions hashtag fire emblem The overwritten food reviews were the best part of that game, someone was having a great time with it e: oh and as for the locking out thing: your teammates will refuse to let you progress their rank if you beat the dungeon but haven't sent out the calling card yet. It ended up costing me Futaba's max rank
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 17:08 |
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Part 160: 11/26-11/27: Hey, I Like My Family As A Friend! Anon: he went down easy Anon: So did he do it or not!? Anon: Execute accomplices too! Anon: Just like Akechi-kun said! Music: Suspicion We might be hearing news about the birth of the Shido administration by the end of the year. I wish Akechi-kun would run for office! He’d get more votes than all those incompetent politicians! Oh god, what an idea. I don’t usually care about elections, but it’s exciting when people are so into it! Music: Disquiet We’ll get to it later, cat. The Phantom Thieves are old news! I’m talking about my blog being attacked! Hmph. All I did was praise my film critiques under another name. Just a little bit of acting. Somehow, the internet found out and hates me now. And the jeers get worse when I explain myself. Perhaps this is a sign. Perhaps I’ll move on from critiquing films to the next stage of my career. at this rear end in a top hat, goddamn. The United Future, a new party led by Masayoshi Shido, is garnering a great deal of support. They have been winning the hearts of voters with powerful speeches and easily understood rhetoric. “Because they’re all loving sheep, the lot of them.” Hmph. Just you watch! We’ll have you in tears before long! Let’s head into the Velvet Room real quick, we need some matching Personas. Music: Aria of the Soul Let’s make this Sarasvati from Hecatoncheires and Dakini. Uhhhhhhh Accident (Watch this) Well, that’s never happened before. UM OH JESUS I will become a new mask for you and grant discipline to your soul. Not what we were looking for. In fact, kind of disappointing, considering we already have one of this Persona. Oh well. Oh, ya think!? Scathach is the Scottish warrior woman who trains Cu Chulainn in Celtic mythology. While looking this up I discovered that Cu Chulainn fucks. That is all. Anyway, this is the incredibly rare occurrence of a fusion accident. I say incredibly rare because this is the first time it’s happened to me in two playthroughs. The result Persona, which I believe is chosen from a pool based on the level the original Persona was supposed to have been, does not gain any experience from Arcana Burst but will inherit any skills the original Persona would have. It’s fine, the Persona we were fusing wasn’t terribly important, it’s just kind of annoying. Anyway, let’s move on. This Baphomet is three levels above us, so previously we would have been unable to fuse it. But if we try now that we’ve maxed Strength... However, given your circumstance, I may be willing to expressly facilitate your rehabilitation. If we pay a fee we can fuse above our level. However, I have no earthly clue what the actual formula is. Based on some GameFAQs posts I dug up it seems like the rule of thumb is a flat ~50k fee to start, increasing by another ~50k for every five levels after that until 20 levels above, when it jumps to ~20k per level. Is this right? Well, immediate testing seems to reveal that it’s not! Fusing one level above gives me a sum of 44k, which is close enough to 50, but going as high as 14 levels above gives me a sum of 99k, which is nowhere near what it should be if that was accurate. It’s possible it’s based on the skills the result Persona knows, but I’m not sure how that works because for three different Personas I got two with the same sum and one with a wildly different one. I think it’s highly likely, though, that it’s also based on how high the result Persona’s level is in the first place. The Japanese wiki I usually consult for information on weird technical data like this is failing me here, so I guess it’ll just be a secret lost to time. I eventually decide not to fuse it even though I’m loving rich because I want to save my money and also because I don’t want to blow the game’s difficulty wide open just yet by fusing way above my level. Anyway, let’s fuse this Byakko from that Scathach we found and Queen Mab! Mine roar causeth all beasts to bow down…! I shall be thy mask! Aww jeez, the tiger only talks in olden speak. Byakko is the White Tiger, one of the four symbols of the Chinese Constellation, along with Seiryu (Azure Dragon), Suzaku (Vermillion Bird), and Genbu (Black Tortoise). It represents the west, the season of autumn, and the element of metal. Music: Disquiet Whaddya wanna do today, Maaku? R-Really? Eh, I guess I can’t complain too much since you’re gonna be hanging with me. Do you have some time? I think I wanna talk… Let’s do it in your room. Phrasing, jesus. Music: Alright (Elp Version) She said she wants to go back to school next year, but she might not have the money… In case this confuses anyone, high school in Japan is not compulsory. You have to pay to go. It’s also why entrance exams are such a huge staple of Japanese media. While I’m on the subject, it’s a little weird that all the recent Persona games have had school on Saturdays for the protagonists, even if only a half day, as that stopped being mandatory in 2002. Some schools have brought them back to help meet the country’s rigorous education requirements, but it’s kinda weird that it’s just a staple. As for me, I… I’m gonna go back. And I mean, sure I hated elementary school, but I met Kana-chan there, so… maybe it wasn’t all bad. The same goes for high school. Even if I hate it, I know something positive will come from it. But… I still have to do the last item on my promise list. “Being OK without you around”… Honestly, I’ve been feeling kinda weird lately… My heart’s been beating real fast when we’re together… Then even when we’re apart, I can’t stop thinking about you… Uh oh. By the way, um… can I ask you a favor. It’s a pretty big one. ...Can we skip that last promise? I know you’re only being strict ‘cause it’ll help me, but… I just… can’t be OK without you around. Life doesn’t feel the same when you’re not with me. I mean, er… not that, but… I dunno… That makes sense for him though. I mean, he’s basically my dad. But you don’t have a reason like that, so… why are you so nice? Am I um… the only one you treat like this…? WOOF Why, Maaku…? Don’t date your sister. Teammates… Of course teammates would wanna be nice to each other… It’s so obvious! That’s gotta be why my heart’s always pounding so much. It knows how much I care about my teammates! And you, Maaku… my key item! Yep, that’s it! No other reason! Let’s forget this ever happened! Whew, that was a close one! From now on, I’m gonna devote every fiber of my being into supporting you guys! I can feel a strong bond of trust from Futaba... Here’s a Certified Arist Guarantee™: This ability will never once activate Hehehe… It’s gonna be great! Maaku and Futaba clap their hands together. Sure, that’s how that goes. Laters! I walked Futaba home… Music: Beneath the Mask We mushn’t give in… to th’ tyranny of… the ruling parrrrty. Yeah, yeah. All right. Pretty good speech. I am strongly opposed to thish! I’m… I’mma drink and drink and drink! Till th’ break of dawn. If I make it into a good school, they promise to buy back all the games and manga they threw away. Whoa, you made a contract!? Why did you have to do that…? Hey, grown-ups lie all the time, just like those politicians you see on TV. Man… Don’t grown-ups ever get tired of complaining about other people all of the time? They say it’ll shape the country’s future, but… I dunno, I can’t bring myself to care. I’d like to address the nation… Tonight, we drink until the sun comes up! Par-taaay! Stop usin’ big, confusin’ words! I don’t follow what yer sayin’! I love rock. That’s why I convinced Ma to let me move out to the city… I can’t sing like this. I don’t even know what I’d sing about… It’s just not a good time, what with the election and all. The cops rush over here whenever I get too loud… Poor guy. So we’re making our donations to the new political party, then? Not surprising, I suppose. It’s a strategic move so that we don’t miss the boat. We want to be connected to the new government. Heh, “boat.” The manifest I am proposing is the foundation upon which we will build the future of this country. Yoshida, Toranosuke Yoshida, will take immediate action for the good of our young people! Yoshida is taking his election speeches seriously… I formed a partnership with Yoshida as comrades. I should avoid interrupting his campaign. Indeed, we’re comrades. Good for Yoshida, let’s leave him alone. (If you haven’t figured it out, you can’t hang out with Yoshida while the election is underway, meaning that if you don’t have him maxed by now, you’re screwed) Did he really think suicide was the answer? He was just a kid! And how could the police let him die? Their management and supervision must be a mess. The higher-ups there are all rotten. That whole division needs to be replaced. *meow* And the Phantom Thieves’ leader killed himself. People who used to support him were laughing about it. I kinda feel bad for him… Probably overworked himself. Doin’ that to yer mom and dad… That’s not a good way to go. Yeah, it doesn’t sit well with me. There was no reason for him to die. It’s just as much our fault, too! After the poo poo we said about ‘im! You’re right, sorry… No one’s ever taken that tone with me before. I’m coming around on Rural Young Man. He’s got a good head on his shoulders. He’s still never gonna get with Adorable Woman, though. It was all thanks to Akechi-kun. But… Oh no! My beloved feels so distant from me again! Where are you, Akechi-kun!? Somehow, he must know how you feel. He’s run away and gone into hiding! It would be amazing if, somehow, the entire localization team had revolted and left these characters untranslated. Just have all their text be in Japanese. I’d much prefer that. No, that’s not what I had in mind. Must be what she wanted… As a show of gratitude, I’ll send over our very best girl. No, please, I insist. I look forward to your continued patronage at the Asakura Agency! ...Hello? Hellooo? Don’t worry though. Your secret is safe with me. Not just as the admin of the Phan-Site, but as your friend… The Phan-Site’s gone up in flames, so I need to do something, fast. At the very least, I need to make sure the poll is functional again… Like Yoshida, we can’t hang out with Mishima right now for story reasons. However, we will be able to interact with him again in this case after we take down Shido. He’s not locked off for the rest of the game. Speaking of which, our status as Dead means that, were certain Confidants to be at certain ranks, we could not progress them: Kawakami, Ryuji apparently, and probably Makoto and Futaba too. Really just any event that involves school heavily is a no-go, with one major exception that we’ll get to eventually. One of Futaba’s previous ranks involved her going to Shujin, which I’m assuming is an obvious no-go. I also assume that we can’t do any of Makoto’s ranks that take place in the student council room. I have been told that someone did get locked out of progressing Ryuji, which is probably due to his Rank 8, which takes place at school and has you interacting with the former track team. Finally, there are multiple mandatory scenes for Kawakami in between ranks that must be seen to progress her Confidant, all of which take place at school. The scene with the Takases after Rank 8 and the scene in class where her will to teach is reinvigorated after Rank 9 have to be seen to move on to the next rank, so you’re screwed if you haven’t seen them yet by now. Also, to answer my question last update about how you contact Ryuji or Makoto since they hang out at school: Ryuji goes to his “day off” hangout spot, the Shibuya arcade, while trying to interact with Makoto results in the two of you meeting by the subway platform. Yeah, about that… Music: Break it Down (Elp Version) Is this philosophy? I’m not sure if I like this writer. He seems a bit condescending… I wonder if these old philosophers had many friends… They’re always talking to people, but I dunno… Morgana just calling this dude a loser, wow. At any rate, reading about different ways of thinking must have made you smarter. Maaku gains Knowledge +3. Anon: What a sore loser Anon: we do need new authority… Anon: The truth’s lost to the void Anon: Akechi got the last laugh! Music: Disquiet Here’s what we’ve got for you today! This Hot Water Pouch! With the 2 pack, you can survive the freezing winter! Be careful not to burn yourself! And it can be yours… For the incredibly low price of 9800 yen! Whatever. Have you decided on your plans for today? Are you sure we have time for that…!? What is your goal here? Hm… You are correct. A nice break is necessary at times. How does your schedule look today? I wish for you to join me if possible. Thank you. I would like to enter Mementos again today. I believe that place holds the truth of the human heart. Oh, joy. Mementos. ...Let us go. Where does this passage even go…? It feels as though I’m being sucked inside merely by gazing upon it. Music: Confession/Secret It is ugly… yet beautiful as well. That duality is what makes humanity such an interesting subject… As you know, I have been confused recently about the reason for my art. Did I want to be recognized, or did I want to capture true beauty? Was it due to my talent, or just my upbringing? ...Each answer would seem correct at first, yet only prove itself false upon a more in-depth examination. Maaku… When my mother was painting the “Sayuri”… what do you think she was thinking about? But you are probably right. However, I believe that was not the only thing she thought about. “It seems the “Sayuri” was meant to impart something with me… and all others who view it, for that matter. Love, regret, loneliness, anxiety, calm… and hope. All of the emotions my mother felt, conveyed plainly to the viewer. That is why it has such a profoundly unique impact on those who see it. And yet… that painting has kept me going this whole time. During particularly difficult nights, it was there to soothe my sadness. It acted almost as a ray of light cutting through the somber darkness… I had wanted to create a similar beacon of hope for others… but it seems I lost sight of that goal. Look. This world is a dark, unrelenting place, Maaku. But that is why I am going to wield my brush again… To give hope to all those who see my paintings. Now, I will use my art to paint over the blackness of this world. It shall become a vivid realm, full of hope… I expect it will be a most beautiful sight to behold. Perhaps you will see it someday, Maaku… I feel like my bond with Yusuke is growing deeper... Hm, this radiant light growing within me… It must be the light of hope. ...I shall paint it. It seems Yusuke has discovered his raison d'être. How nice. I can sense Shadows in the area… We should leave Mementos… ...Kawanabe-san. Music: Suspicion On your way home? You clearly have time on your hands, Yusuke-kun. I’m on my way now to prepare for the competition. Speaking of which, do you plan on entering? Indeed I do. Your pride may not be too pleased with the outcome. After all, the winner’s spot is not simply yours for the taking. I suppose whether you ultimately opt to enter is entirely your decision though. The more the merrier, yes? Hahaha! Maybe it’s just the fact that we haven’t hung out with poor Yusuke in quite some time, but was “inability to accept defeat” really one of his defining hangups? That no longer matters to me though. I am going to enter my painting merely so others can be exposed to it. Well, I will talk to you later, Maaku. Farewell. Music: Beneath the Mask Time for spooks! Music: Break it Down (Elp Version) Whoa, why are you reading that…? Whatever you do, just don’t read it out loud, OK? Ah, these stories are way too spooky for me. Don’t talk to me about any of them, OK? Although… you do seem a lot more dependable now that you’ve read them. Maaku gains Guts +3. Arist fucked around with this message at 13:39 on Oct 4, 2018 |
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Don't date your sister and also don't date her when her dad is downstairs and can ensure no one finds your body (for real this time).
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 20:43 |
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futaba: too young, emotionally compromised, barely able to grasp non-intimate relationships, sleeps for a month at a stretch haru: filthy rich, well-connected, level-headed, has absolutely killed a man the correct choice is clear
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 20:51 |
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And there we go. That is the reason that I'm skeevy about dating Futaba: whether she's been set up as your kid sister or not, surely it's best that your love interest know what they're getting into when they say they want a relationship and, you know, are in touch enough with their feelings to know that what their feeling is in fact romantic interest. All she asked is why you're "nice" to her, which isn't really a proposition... and noticed that instead of disappointment, she seems to display relief instead, as opposed to pretty much every other interest (in your age group, anyway). Touchin' that is just all kinds of bad, so no, not even in a game. Too bad we can't woo Young Rocker, instead...
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 20:51 |
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Hahaha, Nice, friendzoning The nerd character. When you find out later she's posting on the Japanese version of r/incel we'll know who to blame And also it's not surprising that they kept the Saturday school poo poo because the makers don't care about the reality of high school but their idealize fantasy, obviously, which includes their past
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 21:01 |
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Funky Valentine posted:Don't date your sister and also don't date her when her dad is downstairs and can ensure no one finds your body (for real this time). Thankfully I have been prepared for this eventuality thanks to this useful educational material.
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 21:01 |
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Wow I put upward of 90h in this game and I had no idea fusion accidents were even a thing!
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 21:05 |
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resurgam40 posted:And there we go. That is the reason that I'm skeevy about dating Futaba: whether she's been set up as your kid sister or not, surely it's best that your love interest know what they're getting into when they say they want a relationship and, you know, are in touch enough with their feelings to know that what their feeling is in fact romantic interest. All she asked is why you're "nice" to her, which isn't really a proposition... and noticed that instead of disappointment, she seems to display relief instead, as opposed to pretty much every other interest (in your age group, anyway). Touchin' that is just all kinds of bad, so no, not even in a game. See, I like this reasoning for not dating Futaba and it feels very truthful, the don’t date your sister thing always felt like reading overmuch into the relationship dynamic between you Sojiro and Futaba, which absolutely is a possibility but isn’t the only interpretation. For the record I think that none of the romances in this game are truly “bad” on the face but several have implications for potential problems. The best romance of course being the unattainable, why can’t we flirt aggressively with Sae.
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Sassy Sasquatch posted:Wow I put upward of 90h in this game and I had no idea fusion accidents were even a thing! Same goes for the recent SMT gaames, SMT IV and IV:A both have a flat 1% chance of a fusion accident, which can be boosted (barely) by using dead demons (something like a 2%-4% increase) to using foul demons (which I think is like another 2%-4% increase) based on their levels, and the biter is there are *TWO* whole demon clans locked behind accidents, Zelots and Heroes.
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 21:57 |
I think there's only one romance in the game that made me feel bad for saying no. Futaba was close, I remember the voice acting making it very clear that she's sad about Maaku's answer (but she's your sister).
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 22:07 |
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why hasn't our heater destroyed our chocolate fountain
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# ? Oct 3, 2018 23:34 |
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Lord_Magmar posted:See, I like this reasoning for not dating Futaba and it feels very truthful, the dont date your sister thing always felt like reading overmuch into the relationship dynamic between you Sojiro and Futaba, which absolutely is a possibility but isnt the only interpretation.
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 00:23 |
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Haifisch posted:My reasoning for not dating boils down to "you're her main emotional support that isn't Sojiro,and she's just barely out of her shell enough to go outside with your assistance." She's just plain not in a good mental space to be starting a relationship. Which is a good reason and one I can agree with.
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 00:37 |
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Oxxidation posted:futaba: too young, emotionally compromised, barely able to grasp non-intimate relationships, sleeps for a month at a stretch Makoto.
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 04:43 |
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Coq au Nandos posted:Makoto. ^ This.
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 04:57 |
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Kith posted:why hasn't our heater destroyed our chocolate fountain
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 05:02 |
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Arist I just beat Okumura's boss fight. I have a persistent knot of dread in my gut as I know this part isn't going to end well. How much of a shitfest should I expect for our hero before the next palace?
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 07:42 |
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Man, Futaba's "MMO speak" is the absolute pits
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 11:15 |
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Gort posted:Man, Futaba's "MMO speak" is the absolute pits I find it endearing. I also found Yukiko's laughing fits in P4 super endearing, so make of that what you will.
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 11:51 |
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Coq au Nandos posted:Makoto.
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 11:58 |
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Honestly I wish there was a "because you're family" option for Futaba, cause even after all this Phantom Thief stuff is done, she's still gonna need that emotional support, and it would of been a sweet little note to tie off the rank. Saying we're teammates just feels kind of distant, like we're the Protag from PS3
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RedMagus posted:Honestly I wish there was a "because you're family" option for Futaba, cause even after all this Phantom Thief stuff is done, she's still gonna need that emotional support, and it would of been a sweet little note to tie off the rank. Saying we're teammates just feels kind of distant, like we're the Protag from PS3 It always bugged me how often they use the word "teammates" in this game instead of just calling the rest of the Phantom Thieves your friends.
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# ? Oct 4, 2018 13:30 |