Journal of Other Forum Analysis

[Gamegirl Nostalgia]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/are-burps-just-mouth-farts.1014456/

Please explain the science, for I am a silly goose who knows not.

I always felt they were more 'socially acceptable' than fart. But now I am not so sure.

there's ongoing genocides and the mayo woman posts this. 

[Uncle]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/israel-palestine-the-ongoing-israeli-genocide-in-gaza-icj-orders-halt-to-israeli-offensive-on-rafah-see-staff-posts-for-posting-guidelines.772478/page-417#post-130400148

Harris whipped out her classic "im speaking" line against another pro Palestinian in Milwaukee recently

The cheering from the crowd afterwards.... fuck these assholes

 We get it, you're not voting for Harris. PoliEra isn't going to be swayed.

Harris should say "eat my cunt, I am not capitulating to you retarded terrorist supporting non binary fucks".

Hell, she might get some more votes for openly calling these terrorist supporters out and say they do not represent what is best for the Palestinian people.

That retard effingvic is straight up posting gore on the forum, same with Lighinthedarkness. Bunch of mongoloid fucks. No bans of curse. That would be Haram to do.

oh you don't have to worry about that, she's actively courting those people

[HaughtyFrank]

oh you don't have to worry about that, she's actively courting those people

Wow, leave some teeth for the rest of us

[Potato]

Damage doesnt look like much but significant how they are able to consistently get under their defense systems and strike targets.

It's not that significant that a manually controlled single small device that travels low to the ground is not intercepted by actual air defenses. It's actually pretty fucking normal.

Doesn't need to be a sophisticated defense system to stop small drones. Just put some nets up around high profile targets.

[Potato]

My understanding of modern Twitch is only cartoon animal girls play video games. The rest is high school gossip from people in their 30s.

It's the people who weren't the "cool kids" in high school acting like they are teenagers and being the bullies instead of being bullied.

Plus all the cliques and a hivemind for certain communities. There are a few decent streamers like Max, but they are few and far between.

That being said, I don't mind Ironmouse. She seems nice and doesn't do anything stupid.

...yet.

[Potato]

Just to keep it in their wheelhouse: Thanos murdered half of the universe.

It was just for a little lebensraum though...

[benji]

I'm not sure that person identifies as a "white dude for Harris" despite what the many many tweets say. They do seem to invent at least two words during their little speech however.

[AnnoyedCanadian]

I still laugh at this movie. One of the better Will Ferrell movie from the 2010's

Insane that politics are basically like that now on a grander scale.

[Potato]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/leaked-documents-show-us-intelligence-on-israel%E2%80%99s-plans-to-attack-iran-sources-say.1014420/post-130393629

Autumn said:
Does anyone in the US even think of Iran as an enemy?

The Iranian/Persian people I've met have been legit good people.

Jesus fucking Christ these people are thick. Anything more complicated than Avengers good, Thanos bad breaks their brains. 

Did this dumb cunt ever wonder WHY those people were in the US/Europe for him to meet?

[Potato]

This is either a fake "leak", or some hero decided they need to ring the alarm bell. Either way, that's not the "deeply concerning " part. That's the part where Israel is planning to start a regional war that will be devastating to everyone in the Middle East, with a fair chance of turning into a world war; and that the US could stop it immediately as well as the genocide but won't. No way would Israel do this if they didn't receive the constant, massive supply of weapons and parts they require from the US. Their military grinds to a halt, especially if Europe joins in, which most of it would. Just the credible threat of it would suffice, if the Biden admin had any credibility left, which it clearly doesn't. And of course Israel feels confident doing this with 2 US carrier groups in the region to back them up and US boots on the ground to defend Israel. It is free to act with impunity and maximum aggression knowing it can pop back behind the US shield.

https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/08/harris-iran-greatest-adversary-trump-election.html

Americans overwhelmingly consider China, then Russia as the biggest threat to the USA. This Iran thing is being pushed by this administration because of Israel.

I would guess Americans consider China and Russia as the bigger deal

Iran is Israel's nemesis really

not china, or russia, but iran? i couldnt roll my eyes any further.

Even if she isn't able to say Israel, surely the answer would be Russia? The country that meddles in our elections, pays off western influencers, and is trying to destabilize NATO?

iraq 2.0 coming up

all cause of that very nice lovely "ally" we have 🤷‍♂️

Well they successfully sold China is the primary antagionist, so they probably think they can again with Iran, despite failing repeatedly for the past 20 years.

It continues to be INSANE to me that people aren't fixated on the Russian government as the biggest threat to America. China low-key still wants us around. Russia would be jovial if we were to implode as they see themselves as being the superpower after we are gone. Is it because they are white?

it should be concerning that israel's greatest adversary is now apparently the usa's as well, but eh just another day

They... they realize we've been in conflict with Iran for nearly 50 years, right? Right? There's literally still a National Emergency and has been their entire lives. 

Axis of Evil ring a bell?

Why are a bunch of progressive anti-imperialist/colonialists concerned about the stability of NATO, an entity that assists the projection of that "US shield"?

I must have missed the part where China and Russia were actively supporting militias and terrorist organisations that have carried out actual attacks against US military targets.

[Potato]

“My desire to live a passive, unexamined life is being hampered by infinite, thoughtlessly-created content!”

the issue is that they're examining the wrong thing, caring more about whether its creation was problematic than whether or not it's good on its own merits

(which goes back to how many modern entertainment products like dustborn and concord focus on being gluten-free non-GMO pure angelic pedigree rather than being good/fun/interesting)

I started playing the new Quiet Place game this week and the environments are loaded with what I think are AI art--and you've hit the nail on the head when you describe how exhausting it is to even have to consider that, analyze it, and decide whether to support it. And of course it's not like there's any easy way to quickly confirm.

imagine spending hours every day with your veins popping and sweat pouring down your face examining every piece of media in minute detail to exhaustion for the rest of your life

Personally, I closely examine all of the throwaway textures on background objects so I can critically analyse their artistic value and give praise to their creators. All hail Jun Sato, texture artist #3. His "Box ver 2" was breathtaking and made me realise I was trans.

[AnnoyedCanadian]

Gavalanche

I am starting to think the U.S is the greatest threat to the U.S.

Booshka

That's where I am at, coin flip election away from a fascist taking over and supposedly the freest country on earth can't even vote against genocide in its biggest election.

Move to the Middle East or Asia if you hate America so much you commie fucks.

[benji]

How is genocide elsewhere a threat to the United States?

[BIONIC]

I think none of the administrators or moderators should post or partake in any discussion on this forum unless it's to post official forum news or rules, mainly due to the power dynamic between them and regular posters, most people aren't always going to disagree with an admin or mod because of the possibility of getting banned. I've always felt this way before the situation with B-Dubs happened.

Interesting point. And I agree with you. GAF had the same problem with fostering cults of personality around mods. Not saying it's the same here. (I generally like all the mods, even the one's that go real hard in the paint, like damn, you do this for fun?) You don't have a couple of mods chicken hawking around a thread waiting for gifs of their notoriety being posted. It's not the same energy for better or worse. But the legacy continues and I guess that's just how forums operate, maybe. I've only ever been a member of two forums, GAF and this one.
So, when things like this get hot and sticky, not only is the "power" being sanctioned, but the poster as well. GAF almost had it right with MOD BOT, but I think having that red badge held too much meaning to give up for the sake of doing what's right for stability.
You couldn't pay me enough to mod this place AND be a poster, as mods are usually prolific posters. Ultimately, I think there should be a separation of mod and poster. Is there any incentive to do so? absolutely not. Bless up to those that do and don't tank their credibility and good will into the ground with a few poorly chosen words. Cause man, Dubs, bro, consequences will never be the same and any respect these people had for you is dwindling by the minute. I don't really give a fuck, but not addressing the community beyond those whom you've aggrieved is only making that pound of flesh swell by degrees which you will not be able to dodge. SATAN himself is calling for your head in this very thread. Get ahead of it you dope if it's not already too late.

tldr; I'm drunk, You really shouldn't have said that, This is stupid, Heat Death of the Universe, Nothing matters

[Uncle]

I think none of the administrators or moderators should post or partake in any discussion on this forum unless it's to post official forum news or rules, mainly due to the power dynamic between them and regular posters, most people aren't always going to disagree with an admin or mod because of the possibility of getting banned. I've always felt this way before the situation with B-Dubs happened.

hey you know what makes this not a problem?

having integrity and making a personal commitment that you won't ban people just for disagreeing with them (or conveniently getting another mod to disappear them for you a few days later)

[Chudder Barbarity]

Interesting point. And I agree with you. GAF had the same problem with fostering cults of personality around mods. Not saying it's the same here. (I generally like all the mods, even the one's that go real hard in the paint, like damn, you do this for fun?) You don't have a couple of mods chicken hawking around a thread waiting for gifs of their notoriety being posted. It's not the same energy for better or worse. But the legacy continues and I guess that's just how forums operate, maybe. I've only ever been a member of two forums, GAF and this one.

Lol, so deep in the echo chamber that he thinks this is normal behaviour for forums. I love how supposed "inclusive" forums like resetera have people afraid of talking back to power tripping mods who will gleefuly ban you for just disagreeing with them, whereas evil chud forums like the farms or here I can tell benji to shut the fuck up and eat my whole ass and not even get a slap on the wrist.

[Besticus Maximus]

Pound of flesh 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Merchant_of_Venice

Shylock is a Jewish moneylender who loans 3,000 ducats to his Christian rival Antonio, setting the security at a pound of Antonio's flesh. When a bankrupt Antonio defaults on the loan, Shylock demands the pound of flesh. This decision is fuelled by his sense of revenge, for Antonio had previously insulted, physically assaulted and spat on him in the Rialto (stock exchange of Venice) dozens of times, defiled the "sacred" Jewish religion and had also inflicted massive financial losses on him. Meanwhile, Shylock's daughter, Jessica, falls in love with Antonio's friend Lorenzo and converts to Christianity, leaves Shylock's house and steals vast riches from him, which add to Shylock's rage and harden his resolve for revenge. In the end – due to the efforts of Antonio's well-wisher, Portia – Shylock is charged with attempted murder of a Christian, carrying a possible death penalty, and Antonio is freed without punishment. Shylock is then ordered to surrender half of his wealth and property to the state and the other half to Antonio. However, as an act of "mercy", Antonio modifies the verdict, asking Shylock to hand over only one-half of his wealth – to him (Antonio) for his own as well as Lorenzo's need – provided that he keeps two promises. First, Shylock has to sign an agreement bequeathing all his remaining property to Lorenzo and Jessica, which is to become effective after his demise, and second, he is to immediately convert to Christianity. Shylock is forced to agree to these terms, and he exits citing illness.

[benji]

here I can tell benji to shut the fuck up and eat my whole ass and not even get a slap on the wrist.

User Banned (6 Months): misrepresenting moderation in a sensitive thread

[Gamegirl Nostalgia]

Switters is playing the long game. 

[Taco Bell Tower]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/normal-bicycle-vs-e-bike-for-getting-back-into-a-fitness-lifestyle.1014444/

I know the advantages disadvantages of both, just want to hear from the recreational/dedicated cyclists here their thoughts?

Stick to the normal bike suffering, high pain high reward or Join the supposedly addictive world of being able to pedal further and faster (with the motor off as often as I can)

My fitness is so-so. I am overweight, which I say its just as much a diet lifestyle I need to improve but Im looking on getting back into proper cycling, I use a cheap shiity hybrid bike for my 10 minute commute to work but wouldn't want to take it on anything longer than 3 miles especially not on the offroad trails I have nearby.

[Potato]

I think none of the administrators or moderators should post or partake in any discussion on this forum unless it's to post official forum news or rules, mainly due to the power dynamic between them and regular posters, most people aren't always going to disagree with an admin or mod because of the possibility of getting banned. I've always felt this way before the situation with B-Dubs happened.

Interesting point. And I agree with you. GAF had the same problem with fostering cults of personality around mods. Not saying it's the same here. (I generally like all the mods, even the one's that go real hard in the paint, like damn, you do this for fun?) You don't have a couple of mods chicken hawking around a thread waiting for gifs of their notoriety being posted. It's not the same energy for better or worse. But the legacy continues and I guess that's just how forums operate, maybe. I've only ever been a member of two forums, GAF and this one.
So, when things like this get hot and sticky, not only is the "power" being sanctioned, but the poster as well. GAF almost had it right with MOD BOT, but I think having that red badge held too much meaning to give up for the sake of doing what's right for stability.
You couldn't pay me enough to mod this place AND be a poster, as mods are usually prolific posters. Ultimately, I think there should be a separation of mod and poster. Is there any incentive to do so? absolutely not. Bless up to those that do and don't tank their credibility and good will into the ground with a few poorly chosen words. Cause man, Dubs, bro, consequences will never be the same and any respect these people had for you is dwindling by the minute. I don't really give a fuck, but not addressing the community beyond those whom you've aggrieved is only making that pound of flesh swell by degrees which you will not be able to dodge. SATAN himself is calling for your head in this very thread. Get ahead of it you dope if it's not already too late.

tldr; I'm drunk, You really shouldn't have said that, This is stupid, Heat Death of the Universe, Nothing matters

Wait, their Switters is different to ours? 

I thought they were the same dude.

[Gamegirl Nostalgia]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/israel-palestine-the-ongoing-israeli-genocide-in-gaza-icj-orders-halt-to-israeli-offensive-on-rafah-see-staff-posts-for-posting-guidelines.772478/page-418#post-130401006

Really needs LGBTQIA+ flags on the drones too to get the message across better.

[Potato]

I think none of the administrators or moderators should post or partake in any discussion on this forum unless it's to post official forum news or rules, mainly due to the power dynamic between them and regular posters, most people aren't always going to disagree with an admin or mod because of the possibility of getting banned. I've always felt this way before the situation with B-Dubs happened.

hey you know what makes this not a problem?

having integrity and making a personal commitment that you won't ban people just for disagreeing with them (or conveniently getting another mod to disappear them for you a few days later)

Why is the onus on the mods to not be horrible people with no moral fibre? The inmates members should be able to follow all the unwritten rules and should have respect for their betters assigned leaders who are just as equal as all the other animals.

[Taco Bell Tower]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/michel-koch-creator-of-original-life-is-strange-calls-out-toxic-fans-harassing-deck-nine-and-talks-max-chloe-relationship.1014348/
Whole lot of   posts in that thread.

[Taco Bell Tower]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/harris-on-whether-she-might-lose-the-election-because-of-the-genocide-in-gaza-the-first-and-most-tragic-story-is-oct-7.1014498/

[AnnoyedCanadian]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/harris-on-whether-she-might-lose-the-election-because-of-the-genocide-in-gaza-the-first-and-most-tragic-story-is-oct-7.1014498/

Even though I personally want Harris to win (I'm a liberal, sue me), if she loses because of these idiots, I hope no one trusts leftists ever again. Not that they had much trust to begin with as they're likely to stab you in the back as soon as you disagree with them on one point. Plus they are extremely racist, anti-Semitic, hateful and bigoted people as much as the far right is. Horseshoe theory in action.

Like what the fuck has Harris done to piss these idiots off? If she doesn't support Israel, she doesn't have a chance at winning, period. She wants peace, she thinks Israel is going too far, she can't fucking doing anything as Biden is STILL the president and if she wins, I'd hope she would have tougher talks with Netanyahu.

I hope they will enjoy Trump then and not bitch and complain if they did not vote.

Then again when he won in 2016 it really did not change anything up north.

[AnnoyedCanadian]

Grunty

Oh. I didn't know that. I guess I should edit my post then.

lori

yeah, they just banned someone for it not long ago too. for the record i'm with you

ezekial45 (of course it's a Killmonger avatar)

I saw Bisan's facebook post and I'm just at a loss. I don't know what to say about this mass carnage and loss of life.

Fuck Israel, fuck the US government, and fuck everyone who still thinks Israel has the right to defend itself.

Jump off a cliff in Minecraft you degenerate fucks.

[HeavenIsAPlaceOnEarth]

Switters is playing the long game. 

Playing the long game of gargling deez nuts.

[Snoopy]

Sure would be fucking nice for someone who's actually a decent human being to have a run at the presidency one of these days.

[Daffy Duck]

Sure would be fucking nice for someone who's actually a decent human being to have a run at the presidency one of these days.

Just quoting you to get the pic to work lol, anyone else on iOS have this issue of images not loading the first time you load the page? Works ok sometimes if I go back page then forward then refresh