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What is the issue with Jordan Peterson? His twelve rules for life are kinda self-evident. Humbly,
Likewise, light, frivolous, or outright false accusations of those are also offensive, and arguably harmful, as they diminish real cases. Humbly,
It goes both ways, people have assigned me some heinous point of views based on the worst possible, and then some, interpretation of my words. I admit that sometimes my reaction has been "somewhat" inflammatory. Humbly,
Paizo will tell you to buy your books however is best for you. Yeah they'd prefer you subscribe, but they understand that's not always an option. They still make money off the books that Amazon sells, unless you think Amazon gets those by magic. Paizo has also stated that they depend on their subscription model to predict print volume and cash flows. Also, whatever commission Amazon takes for selling books from Paizo is the lost revenue I was talking about. Or to put the issue I was exposing in simpler terms, Paizo would prefer you would buy directly from them, but, arguably, is not giving enough incentives to do so. Maybe my issues only applies to South America or Peru deliveries, but the shipping cost differences (no free shipping to here) justify buying the PDFs and books apart rather than subscribing. Plus I can track through Amazon, but not through Paizo. Humbly,
I don't know how to tell you that yes, you should care about other human beings more than your hobby. If shipping costs are so detrimental to you nobody is forcing you to buy from Paizo.com. Yes, people probably should care more about other people than they do. The issues is, exactly, that they don't and buying from Amazon is way cheaper than buying from Paizo. That is lost revenue for Paizo. Humbly,
One thing is to include content warnings and making a setting in which everyone can be represented, other, very different, is deliberately removing things for the setting as to avoid offending someone. The former one is good, the latter one almost inevitably leads to to a never ending downward spiral. Humbly,
Are you implying that the average consumer cares more about the salary of the delivery man than cheap prices? Because it is them that determine which business practices are successful. Humbly,
Right now, I could buy the Absalom and Monsters of Myth through Amazon and save around 60 dollars in shipping to Peru. So, yes, Paizo shipping is excessive, it barely compensates the free pdf which not really that big of a bonus since AoN is a better tool for rule searching. Humbly,
Thank very much, everything seems to be in order. Great service as always. ;)
Please cancel order + subscriptions. The shipping is excessive! I would be buying the PDF for night of the Gray Death directly and harcovers from Amazon. Thanks in advance,
PD: thanks for you great work, your service is very much apreciated =)
There the "running of the bulls", that it's pretty much the same but with bulls and the participant enter willingly, some are even turist, no substantial prize other hospital bills covered. Won't be surprised if something similar pops in Taldor or back in Absalom. However since there is no score, I don't see how it could become a sport. Humbly,
Bans remove a persons access to everything, including purchased PDFs. Suspensions only remove access to the forums. Suspensions are usually timed. But the timing has to be set, if it is not the suspension is indefinite until manually lifted. If the concern was that banned posters wouldn’t have access to purchased PDFs anymore a permanent suspension does the same thing while leaving PDF access. Why not issue indefinite suspension instead of bannings? Humbly,
I wish I had the space for that!
Personally, I think the world, COVID and COVID measures aside, was doing better than ever in general terms. It is just that the media has tendency to acentuate the negative. "COVID deaths acheive new record low" doesn't grab as many eyes as "Newly discovered COVID variant from Tangamandapio could render vaccine ineffective!". Humbly,
Do you think transphobic and racist comments are just differing opinions, Leon? That's very interesting. See, the way I see them, they are a part of efforts by some posters to maintain this as a space they control, a space minority posters must either toe the line in, force themselves to be invisible in, or leave. It wasn't long ago that trans people largely stayed silent on these forums for fear of being mocked or othered or harassed or threatened, as has, in fact, happened a few times over the last few weeks. I'm sure you wouldn't prefer a return to those days. Main issue is that people here seem to have have different definition of what racism or transphobia is. Humbly,
Personally, I think it would be better if Paizo had incremental degrading suspension system, depending on the transgressions you get a multiple hours to days of suspension that increases which each repeated offense getting a longer suspension, but said increase decays naturally overtime without further violations. Currently, someone might even be inclined to reply to a post just to force the mods hand. However, I don't think Paizo has the infrastructure to implement such measures. More importantly, it is important that people know when and why their post are deleted at the very least so they can know how much is to much and appropriately correct their behavior. I made a similar request over a year a go. Finally, Paizo needs to update their community guidelines. It is completely possible for forum newbies to engage in inappropriate behavior because they were unaware of the addendum to the guidelines in the Off-Topic subforum. Humbly,
Congratulations Mike! Thanks for your answers! Yawar
I'd like to point out that respect is something that should not be freely given, and the people that have been argumentative about topics such as what is transphobic for the past month and a half have done nothing to earn my respect.I’m the opposite, you’ve (everyone) has my respect until they don’t. Respect is given then kept by being earned. Respect can also means: "due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others" Which is the definition, I believe, gets conflated with "courtesy". Humbly,
So, you could say she is bi-furious? Humbly,
PD: sorry, I couldn't resist =(
I was not arguing that it was not doxxing. I was arguing that what is generally understood by doxxing is associated with calls to action and vigilantism. It is a loaded term and it is worth clarifying that it was just first name rather than full info and a call to action. Just look at the examples of doxxing in Wikipedia. Humbly,
So, let me get this straight. Previously, I've been told that calling a call to action that lacks any sort of due process a "witch trial" or "lynch mob", even though technically correct, is wrong, because the long past history of harm associated with said terms. However, calling that stupid, childish and reckless power play a "doxxing", even though it is a word loaded with a history of harming innocents, disproportionate retribution and internet vigilantism and implies a call to action, because it is technically correct. I am starting to think that certain people in this forum would rather win instead of having a honest discussion. Humbly,
Exactly. Prejudice or Discrimination can be specific, but Racism/Sexism/etc are historical, structural and systemic. That is what makes them -isms. No, but it requires a college course in Newspeak and Doublethink to make that artificial distinction. The whole racism = power + prejudice is made to excuse racism against white people by obscuring language. Humbly,
Again stupid, childish, and bad; but, to give an extreme example, is like conflating accidental manslaughter with an assassination or murder 3. Humbly,
There is world of difference between "I wouldn't be so cocky, Jhon" and "I wouldn't be so cocky, Jhon Doe from 123 Evergreen st. Springfield CA 12345, phone number 999 888 7777, and email address jdoe@gmail.com. It would be shame if someone contacted your employer at management@abcde.com. Actions have consequences!". Both would be breaches of privacy, the latter would be closer to what most people associate with doxxing. Both would bad, the latter would be worse. Humbly,
It is worth noting that he "only" call the person by their first name. While a childish power move, it lacks the "call to action" part generally implied with the word. I believe he was just that stupid. Humbly,
I'm disappointed that the mods have opted to leave some incredibly rude posts at the top. It's clear that certain vulgar opinions are permitted.What’s “rude and vulgar” about wanting more diversity in leadership? Basic statistic comprehension will tell you that is perfectly plausible to have 5 randomly selected individuals in majority white country be white before taking into account any regional or cultural variance that could skew chances even farther. To give you an example, if you go to an Evo tournament you are likely to find that more than 90% of attendants and competitor are black and/or asian. Does this means that there is a systematic antisemitic, anti-white or anti-latino discrimination problem or some cultural quirk? Humbly,
I'm disappointed that the mods have opted to leave some incredibly rude posts at the top. It's clear that certain vulgar opinions are permitted.What’s “rude and vulgar” about wanting more diversity in leadership? The racist implication that people who share their skin tone form a sort of monolithic gestalt collective for starters. Representation is cool, but representation for representation'sake is harmful. Do you think the persons were hired because their impressive CVs or because Lisa Stevens, like Robin D'Angelo, feels uneasy around black people? Humbly,
The River Kingdoms definitely have jousting and competitive archery if I remember correctly from Kingmaker AP. Any sort of international or big national league or standard would be implausible due to long travel times so there is likely wild regional variations in a "rugby VS soccer" kind of way. Humbly,
It has a non directly Jewish or religious meaning "amulet" but it doesn't really apply. It is likely that the origins of the term in D&D is somebody grabbing a thesaurus more than 40 years ago. However, "soul cage" lacks punch. I would prefer something more evocative like "anima anchor". Humbly,
Funny, I didn't know that French post-revolution anarchy was caused by ** spoiler omitted ** but as usual with Ixal, you learn something new every time he spins his "Golarion is Earth with dragons" tale. It is a fantasy version of the Reign of Terror, it is like saying that World of Darkness is not set in the equivalent of the real world because the equivalent of real world events in the Word of Darkness were influenced by vampires and mages. Humbly,
Thank you for that non-sequitur. Is it? You were arguing that Golarion doesn't need to be historically accurate, because it was made to be its own thing and not some alternate history "but with magic". We know how people in certain situations adapted and survive, so given the same situation should be similar unless there is a justification for that. For example, you would expect something like medievalish rural marriage to have 9 to 12 kids and only 3 reaching adulthood, just ballpark numbers. Now, if they have a much modern family structure with 3-5 kids and literacy it needs a justification, they would need access to a contraceptives (Pinkberry extract is mentioned as being sold by alchemist in Sandpoint's Gazeteer so its), printing press and a way of distribution (its invented in Golarion and traveling book salesmen are mentioned at least in the Kingmaker videogame), some sort community schooling or pastoral schooling, and access to Healthcare (easy, via a local priest). Now if the family lives far away from any town (more than a half a day trip) then a parent will have to stay at to educate and take care of the kids and either would likely be trained on herbalism/ alchemy/ nature. It is not argument saying Golarion "it was like this in the medieval period so Golarion has to be like this" . It is a question of "How is this part of Golarion different from the period and place it evokes or based off and how are the changes justified in-universe?" Humbly,
A world being built in order to accommodate different vessels for pulp and fantasy tropes doesn't that mean that said vessels aren't interconnected or that said interactions aren't consistent with the rules expectations establish by the setting. For example: - Why do the forces of good don't stop the diabolist nation? Because there is a bigger and more immediate existential threat.- Why do prosthesis exist if there are spells and rituals that could make the need for said prosthesis go *poof*? Because said spells and ritual are way more expensive. Humbly,
I thought it was well established that Golarion had "dance halls". I don't think something ambiguous enough to go from Then again, one wouldn't be blamed to asume that Paizo received a stern from Ingsoc's Junior Anti Sex League between editions. Humbly,
Apparently, there are some protection for non-union workers that go on strike, but the devil is on the details. Humbly,
Because, supposedly, you have a specific set of demands and grievances, and a deadline before the strike. It doesn't matter anyway as it apparently would not be viable in Washington. Humbly,
I meant before the union was recognized. Could they "fire at will" without recognizing the union? Humbly,
Wow, sucks to live in there, then. One question, why wouldn't Paizo fire the employees organizing the union in that case? Or, is there a provision against that type of union busting? My problem with unions is that what workers rights they defend are already enshrined in law and, while they may have valid reasons for forming, like every social or collective movement without a define clear goal, almost inevitably become unnecessary fat more interested in perpetuating its own existence than improving anything. Humbly,
A simple strike with a list of demands is also relatively easy to organize. Humbly,
With regard to to your union logo, was the communist symbolism really necessary? Something more akin to the AFL-CIO or the Teamsters logos - but still Pathfinder/Starfinder-like - would have been far more appropriate. Maybe something incorporating the Open Road symbol instead of a tool harkening back to the hammer and sickle. Is not a raised fist or a hammer and sickle. Chill. Anyway, good luck with the endeavour. Let's hope the best may come from this. Humbly,
Proposed optional rule: You can invest in weapons. If you do so, you can use your Class DC rather than the item's DC. What do you think? Humbly,
It is more that almost everything is gendered, in latin languages and in Spanish the male plural form is, usually, also gender neutral so trying to force gender neutrality on it is not only sounds alien, but also silly. You might need to be native Spanish or Latin language speaker to understand how awful "latinx" sounds. Humbly,
PD: this is also why it is a pain to translate non-binary characters to Spanish, there is no equvalent for gender neutral pronouns or conjugations. (Blue Finley is a ghost/ Finley, el azul, es un fantasma/ Finley, la azul, es una fantasma)
Melting pot entails losing culture and language. This should not happen. I respectfully disagree. It means losing part of the original culture, yes, but also mixing it with the local culture and creating something new. For example, Peruvian cuisine is of world renown not because of ancients Quechua cooking traditions alone and Chinese-Peruvian cuisine, AKA "Chifa", is distinctively different from traditional Chinese meals. Humbly,
The title of this article literally says "One-third who have heard of the term Latinx say it should be used to describe the U.S. Hispanic or Latino population," which is why I (an American) am using it to describe creatives in America employed by an American company.Given that around only 1% of latinos appreciate that termCare to produce any evidence of that statistic? I found some indicating awareness and usage, but little about preference or appreciation, and even that was not inline with your claim. One third of the fourth that had heard the term say the term should be used, two thirds of the fourth that has heard the term think it should not be used. Only around 3% of the total prefer the term. I hope you understand the term is divisive and consider offensive by some. Humbly,
Given that around only 1% of latinos appreciate that termCare to produce any evidence of that statistic? I found some indicating awareness and usage, but little about preference or appreciation, and even that was not inline with your claim. Sure. Oops, it was around 3%, I stand corrected. Humbly,
I was introduced to the term by the Mexican father of my best friend, who is a professor of Latin American cultural studies at the local university and has several published books on the subject. Is he incorrect? Given that around only 1% of latinos appreciate that term, yes. Humbly,
I'm tired of those 6 white cis men thinking the opinions and perspectives of everyone else don't deserve a seat at the table... or thinking that my existence is a difference of opinion. Who said that you were excluded at that table, rather than the table being formed organically? If anything, you or me, as a latino, might excluded from the second table for only agreeing on 97% of things. Humbly,
Please, don't use imposed, top-down derogatory terms to describe latin-american people. Humbly,
Yeah their diversity seems quite marketing focused. Plenty of heritages to get attention but not really equal attention given….. but then I guess it is corporate diversity, not real diversity which is where it appears a large of the current disconnect comes from….. talking the talk, but not walking the walk…What is “real diversity”? Diversity of opinion and perspectives. I hardly could care less about the plumbing preferences, family tree or melanine levels of a person. Theree could be more diversity at a table with 6 white cis-males from different backgrounds or political affiliations, than in another with [insert 6 different permutations of minorities and/or women] that happen to agree in 99% of things. Humbly,
Thanks, arrived there from a link at the Union Paizo website, didn't realized it was a separate movement/ faction. I really should not post from my cellphone before before sleeping. Humbly,
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