![]() ![]() They're essentially the items that all the glass-cannon Pokemon use to wipe the entire enemy team on their own. Attack, and the Choice Scarf increases Speed. The Choice Band increases Attack, the Choice Specs increases Sp. Their usefulness cannot be overstated in the realm of competitive and casual play, though it does make using the Pokemon holding them a bit 'one-note'.Ĭhoice Items lock a Pokemon into only using one attack but greatly increase a particular stat depending on the item. Each of these items has a particular niche for a handful of Pokemon, and they help bring much weaker Pokemon into the realm of viability. The three Choice Items, believe it or not, are the bread and butter of competitive play. Since Pokemon Sun and Moon, however, Terrain hasn't been as much of a mechanic as it was in those games, but it still has its specific usages and applications, especially in certain PvP team builds. Pokemon that are built to set up Terrain, like many of the different Tapu-type Pokemon or regional variants of Pokemon in the Alola Region, benefit tremendously from this item in being useful. The Terrain Extender increases the number of turns that Terrain lasts from 5 turns to 8. However, summoned Terrain only sticks around for five turns normally, limiting its use.įortunately, the Terrain Extender ( when players actually find it) helps to alleviate that problem. In high tiers of play, terrain plays a vital role in many team compositions, and Pokemon that gain the ability to summon terrain passively are important pieces of the team. The various types of terrain each alter the battlefield, along with boosting the power of specific attacking types. The Terrain system was a new addition to the game added in the seventh generation. So, let's comb through all the new items added to the IP with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, look at all the Held Items throughout the entirety of the franchise, and pick the absolute best of the best options. While a lot of Held Items only serve very specific purposes for even more specific builds, plenty of them are equally useful in the main storyline of each game or even more so. Updated January 28th, 2023 by Jacob Buchalter: The ever-growing list of Held Items added to the Pokemon games over the years has only served to improve both the competitive scene for the franchise as well as the casual scene. Regardless of their purpose, trainers should be on the lookout for the best held items. Whether it's a Tera Raid, a tough Gym Leader, or just trying to climb up to the competitive ladder, the Held Item for each Pokemon in a Pokemon game is a big part of the experience. ![]() In general, though, there are some Held Items that find a lot more use by the player base than others. There are a lot of options, with the amount growing every game, so it can be a bit overwhelming. It has no effect on Grass- type Pokémon, Pokémon with the Overcoat Ability, or Pokémon with the Safety Goggles held item.Determining which Held Item to use in Pokemon games is a major factor in winning competitive battles and doing well in PvE, much more of a factor than most give it credit for. Sleep Powder is a Grass- type move that causes the target to fall asleep. ![]()
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![]() ![]() It’s set in a 23rd century future where humanity has colonized Mars as well as the asteroid belt and the Jovian moons. It’s been running since 2015 and has released a total of 46 episodes over four seasons a fifth season is planned for release in December of 2020. If you’re not familiar with The Expanse, it’s a science fiction series streaming on Amazon Prime. ![]() After going through a few other shows I wanted to watch, this one popped up on the recommended list recently and I thought, “I have some time, I’ll take a look at a few episodes.” I’ve watched the first two seasons now, and this review will touch on something about the first season (2015-16). The pandemic has changed many things, and in our house that has meant both (1) even more time at home (I already worked primarily from home) and (2) an Amazon Prime membership, including Prime Video. I’ve heard of The Expanse for some time but had no real reason to check it out. ![]() I’ll post a warning note: there might be spoilers in here, but they’re narrowly focused and shouldn’t deprive anyone of potential enjoyment (just in case anyone else, like me, is checking out items from the back catalog). I’ve noticed something interesting about a work I’ve been watching and thought I’d post a few words about it here. When I do, it’s because something about that work has caught my attention: in the way language is used, or the way certain ideas in it are of special interest to writers and editors, or something else. The deckplans are perfect for use if you like to use miniatures in your games or if you just want to get a better idea what these ships look like on the inside.It’s not a focus on this blog, but very occasionally I’ll post a review of a book or film. Not only are there stats and descriptions but also scaled deckplans. There are also rules for Interludes while traveling between worlds, and guidelines for telling stories set entirely onboard a ship.Īnd finally, Chapter 4 is the section you’ve all been asking for: new ships! This chapter features expanded details on some of the ships provided in The Expanse RPG as well as a boatload of new ships from The Expanse novels. What do the crew members do between the long passages between ports? What’s it like to live in micro-gravity? What do you eat in space? All these questions and more are answered here. There are also a bunch of new hazards Game Masters can use to torment their players.Ĭhapter 3 is an in-depth look at life onboard a spaceship. You’ll also find new information on acquiring and carrying cargo and passengers, as well as smuggling and piracy. A section on ship tactics covers things like hiding in space, using asteroid debris to shield yourself from incoming torpedoes, and expanded torpedo rules. There are also new maneuvers and expanded rules for torpedoes and stealth technologies. It’s full of new stunts, including cool things like Burn Them, which lets your turn your Epstein drive into a weapon. You’ll also find some guidelines for ship reputations, honorifics, and even ship Bonds.Ĭhapter 2 offers a ton of new rules for ship combat and operation. ![]() You’re gonna need that new rail gun to fend off OPA pirates, after all. For the ships themselves, there is an expanded list of Qualities and Flaws and detailed rules for upgrading your ship. There are also tons of new vehicles, including drones, ground vehicles, mechs, rovers, and thruster packs for when you need to get around a space station or explore the surface of an alien world. This transmission gives you a chapter-by-chapter overview of what all you can expect to find in Ships of the Expanse, but keep your comms open since there’s more to come.Ĭhapter 1 explores the various shipbuilding facilities throughout the solar system and offers rules for ship construction, repair, maintenance, and salvage. The book is packed full of new details and rules for ship construction and combat and also explores what life is like during long voyages throughout the solar system to the hazards and dangers of space travel. Ships of the Expanse features everything you’ll need to bring your spaceships to life. Characters are likely to spend most of their time on board a ship, and in many ways, the ship is a character in and of itself. The focal point of many Expanse games is the characters’ ship. So, strap into your crash couch–we’re in for a wild ride. This is the book you’ve all been waiting for! The first major supplement for The Expanse RPG is all about ships and the dangers and rewards of space travel. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Install the minimum Xwindow related required to boot a Mini vMac over the CLI.Įnable "Console Autologin" in the familiar "raspi-config". (Personal opinion)Īfter inserting the Micro SD card into the Raspberry Pi and booting, let's upgrade the OS first. Since various settings are troublesome with CLI, to shortcut the work. * At that time, set the network and SSH with "Ctrl + Shit + X". Use Raspberry Pi Imager for installation. The settings do not need to be done on a small screen. * The GPIO display will be installed and set at the end. Also, prepare an appropriate amount of decals according to your preference.When shaping and painting, please prepare the necessary tools.Glue gun or glue or Epoxy putty (for fixing external access cables or USB hubs).Screw M3 12mm: 1pcs (Choose flat head screws as much as possible).Micro USB cable for USB hub 10cm : 1pcs.Micro USB cable for power extension 10cm: 1pcs.Micro SD card reader extension adapter 15cm: 1pcs.Portable Audio Speaker Box: 2pcs (This shape and size is also important!).3-port USB hub: 1pcs (This shape and size is important!).WAVESHARE 2.8inch Capacitive Touch Screen LCD for Raspberry Pi: 1pcs.Raspberry Pi Zero WH: 1pcs (Raspberry Pi 2 Zero if you like.It is an overseas site including Japan.Īlso, processing may be required depending on the shape and size of the cable terminal. This is the place of purchase that I used. ** Since GPIO display is used, HDMI cannot be used. * CLI settings rely on old memories, so please point out if you make a mistake. Well, I've been doing a lot of trial and error, so the assembly was easier than I expected. Therefore, wise people should think carefully about this process and start planning.Īfter shaping and painting, it's finally time to assemble. It seems that I will be troubled by the shaping work after this. Also, the dimensions are just barely enough, and I have to go back to the CAD application again.Įven so, I made too many details. Yes, the trial and error you all know continues. It's less than $ 100 !? The manufacturer's direct sales were sold out, so I bought it at .jp.However, the time comes when this choice becomes a problem. Recent 3D printers are cheap, aren't they? Therefore, I chose the minimum size 3D printer (120x120x115mm) required for this plan. ![]() I thought about using a print service, but I wanted to make it myself, so I checked the 3D printer again. "What should I do with the output of the housing?" It took some time to get used to it, but I managed to complete the basic form. (Although I have used 3DCG applications in my previous job) This is my first time to use a CAD application. I wanted to have a built-in USB sound card and LR speakers, so I decided to design it from the beginning. (I'll explain later, it's a 5 watt LR speaker.) Of course, we prepared various cables one by one. There was a problem with the GPIO display, so I contacted the manufacturer again, but it was a simple problem, so I solved it immediately. I decided to discard the GPIO sound card and use the USB sound card. (I contacted the manufacturer and understood) It turns out that these GPIO-based displays and sound cards cannot be used at the same time due to conflicting pin header signals. (If I had the knowledge, I could have prevented it) However, a problem occurred at this timing. Next, prepare GPIO display and GPIO sound card.Both were selected to be connectable with GPIO, and we aimed to fit them compactly in the housing. Since I am going to produce something a little different from them, I want to have a name for it.hmmm, Tiny Mac exists, Apple Pi exists.well, how about "Tiny Apple Pi"? You like Pi(e), don't you? Basically, I installed a minimal Xwindow related environment on Raspberry Pi Lite so that Mini vMac starts when I log in.Īt this time I thought about the project again. I changed my approach a bit and decided to go with the CLI instead of the GUI. So, I got Raspberry Pi immediately and started preparations. I was inspired by cgenco and John's web pages. Well, I recently learned about the existence of Tiny Mac. Please let me know if there is something wrong with the expression, not just in English. I use translation tools to create this page, including this sentence. ![]() ![]() ![]() I would recommend this app (as long as it’s still free)! I have tried the manual entry method, but that does not always give me the information I’m looking for. The only issues I have is getting information back on every book I scan. A quick scan from my camera and the book info pops up. With several hundred books, I really didn’t have the time to go online to search for each one. As a first year teacher, I needed to sort out all my donated books and make sure my students were able to find books at their level. I am grateful to find a book leveling app that was free & easy to use. ![]() Book Level Checker App and Apuck LLC are not affiliated with Renaissance Learning, Inc. * AR and Accelerated Reader are registered trademarks of Renaissance Learning. * School/classroom library management to assist with correct AR level labeling. * Students who can pick AR books by themselves * Choosing books with the right reading level for your kids. Easily add or remove books and share list to others. * Easy sharing and printing in the way you want. You don't need to manually search by title and author. * Don't have a book in hand? Search by title and author. * Don’t have the barcode? Use the manual option to key in the ISBN. As time goes, you will be amazed by how many books your kids/students have read. This Book Level Checker App even provides a reading list tracking feature. Super fast ISBN barcode scanner! Easily share and print your scan list in PDF format. This Book Level Checker App provides accurate AR level information. Teachers, parents, students, and librarians: are you tired of manually searching AR level, AR points, and AR quiz numbers for books which are AR leveled but not labeled? This is the app for you! ** Cost of one cup of coffee for lifetime usage. ** Over 180k+ AR books and 1 million+ ISBN! ** ![]() ![]() New case problems and self-tests let you check personal understanding while MindTap and CengageNOW help you master both Excel (R) 2016 and an understanding of business statistics. A problem-scenario approach emphasizes how to apply statistical methods to practical business situations. Business examples, proven methods, and application exercises show how statistical results provide insights into business decisions and help resolve business problems. Step-by-step instructions and screen captures ensure understanding. XLSTAT is a complete analysis and statistics add-in for Excel. Workbooks (.xls files) that you put in a startup folder are loaded and appear when you start Excel, unless the workbook is saved in a hidden state. The integrated approach focuses on statistical methodology with an easy-to-follow presentation of a statistical procedure followed by a discussion of how to use Excel (R) to perform the procedure. ![]() ![]() UNISTAT is different, adding the power and accuracy of a full-featured statistical package to your existing analysis and visualization workflow. This best-selling, comprehensive book clearly develops each statistical technique in an application setting. Best-practice statistical data analysis in Microsoft Excel is difficult with existing add-ins and other software tools. Personal.XLSB You can use a file in XLStart folder to contain all of your custom macros or you can use the (hidden) Personal.XLSB file. File menu > Options command > Advanced option > General section: What links are you looking at. 2.7K 295K views 3 years ago DATA ANALYSIS - EXCEL In this guide, I will show you how to perform a Pearson correlation test in Microsoft Excel. ![]() Gain a strong conceptual understanding of statistics as MODERN BUSINESS STATISTICS, 6E balances real-world applications with an integrated focus on Microsoft (R) Excel (R) 2016. XLSTart Folder There is a default location, but you can direct it to be where ever you wish. ![]() ![]() ![]() They offer rides to and from campus for LSU students, faculty, and staff. 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There are plenty of restaurants around Baton Rouge for LSU students to enjoy. These apartments are also within walking distance to multiple dining options, like Sonic Drive-in and Pluckers Wing Bar for late night eats with friends. There is also the College Apartments, Bordeaux Apartments, The Oliver Apartments, and The Armstrong Apartments. On Burbank Drive, there is even more options for off-campus housing, including Wildwood Baton Rouge Apartments, The Exchange at Baton Rouge Apartments, and Arlington Cottages & Townhomes. This includes Tiger Plaza & Stadium Square, Cambridge Apartments, Gaslite IV Apartments, Tiger Park Apartments, and Latitude 30 Apartments. ![]() These options are also conveniently located to shopping and dining options, and are along the LSU bus route, making it easy to get to and from campus.Ĭloser to campus, there is another cluster of apartments that offer off-campus housing options for LSU students. There's Campus Crossings on Brightside, The Villas on Brightside, Blox at Brightside, and Retreat at Brightside Apartments. Our part-time courtesy patrol, on-call and on-site professional maintenance team will be there for you when you need them.Other students choose LSU off-campus housing options along Brightside Drive. Beautiful landscaping adorns the shimmering swimming pool, picnic and barbecue area, volleyball courts, and state-of-the-art fitness center. Spires of Sherwood is a lovely, pet-friendly community with resort-style amenities. Whether you choose two, three, or four bedrooms, you'll be glad to call the Spires of Sherwood your home! Select homes include washer and dryer connections and some paid utilities. 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![]() ![]() You can now see Memories with interactive controls and 12 new cinematography-inspired looks to add mood. ![]() The Photos app on Mac gets some clean new updates with macOS Monterey. It also gets a built-in authenticator to generate security codes for two-factor authentication. The latest macOS also lets you look up and manage saved passwords from System preferences. It writes “hello” on your screen in 34 different languages. The Hello screensaver is inspired by the first mac that debuted with “Hello” written on the screen. The “Hello” desktop picture comes in seven different colors that change automatically based on the time of the day. Desktop And ScreensaverĪmong the macOS Monterey features, you also get new wallpapers and a screensaver. You can now customize the outline and fill color of the mouse pointer from accessibility settings in System Preferences. It is among the accessibility features of the latest Mac update. It is now possible to change your mouse pointer’s color on macOS Monterey. ![]() So if you’re someone who wants to extend iPhone’s screen real estate, you can simply mirror or extend your phone display to your Mac now. This macOS Monterey feature will work wirelessly as well as over a wired connection for lower latency. It’ll also let you turn your Mac into a secondary display, where you can mirror or extend your iPhone or iPad’s display. AirPlay lets you use your Mac as a speaker for your iPhone or iPad. The Apple ecosystem uses its software-hardware integration very well. Universal Control will be coming to macOS Monterey later this year. It lets you use 3 devices side-by-side, controlled by a single mouse and keyboard.įor instance, you can put an iMac, a MacBook, and an iPad side by side, and drag and drop content between these devices. Universal control is a feature that lets you use your Mac and iPad together. Despite introducing an M1 iPad Pro, Apple wants to keep a difference between Mac and iPad in terms of functionality and pro apps. ![]() ![]() ![]() She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea and, while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. I spent some time with Trials Fusion this weekend at PAX East, where Creative Director and co-founder of RedLynx Antti Ilvessuo walked me through some of what’s new in this latest Trials title (hint: there’s a lot).“The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The new look and feel is apparent from the title screen, which is simplified to just two main options: Ride and Create. “The first game (Trials HD) was in a warehouse, next (Trials Evolution) was outdoors,” Ilvessuo explained. “This will be the first experience in a new game, and it won’t look like an Evolution level. The way Fusion treats your progress is also quite different, which you’ll notice in the post-race screen. Everything you do on the track: career, multiplayer, everything is represented by a total experience level for each track across every mode. You also now have a overal XP level, which supplements the returning, all-important leaderboards. Now you know who has spent the most time on tracks, putting in work to post a fantastic time on a course.Įverything in between the main menu and the post-race is the pure, awesome physics-based gameplay that has made the Trials games so fun. “The great thing about physics is you don’t know how it will end until you land,” said Ilvessuo. Youll unlock Fusions new FMX trick events once you reach the games Urban Sprawl stage the third out of seven main events consisting of 7-8 tracks apiece enabling you to hence forth. ![]() This fact is never more apparent than in the new FMX mode, which has players gunning for high scores by pulling risky tricks and successfully landing Tony Hawk-style you only bank the points if you don’t crash. You’ll have the opportunity to plot out devastating combos in FMX Training, a kind of zero-gravity safe zone where you can toy with the moveset, free of the fear of crashing. The realistic physics engine means wipeouts are still incredibly fun to watch, and I’d expect Upload Studio to be filled with painful-looking blooper reels in short order. There’s a lot more “new” in Trials Fusion: 40 new levels, including many aimed at the hardcore audience, more character customization options, unique – and sometimes bizarre – challenges for each track, and a 4-wheeler that handles completely differently than the bikes you’re accustomed to. RedLynx apparently has much more in the works. “The whole idea of Trials is what we call the ‘Minecraft Model’ you buy it once, and you get all the upcoming features for free,” Ilvessuo told me. “You buy the game, you’re buying a ticket. We know what we want to do one year in advance, we’re planning two years in advance. News Theres Now A Free Trial Of Tom Clancys The Division 2 For Xbox One. We’re planning online tournaments, teams, and then online multiplayer. #Trials fusion xbox one the uncaging trial# Huge stuff is coming.” (Ubisoft clarified that while they will be offering players many upcoming features for free, this does not preclude paid DLC for new tracks and editor mode assets) Ways to Satisfy Your Thirst for Adrenaline While Waiting for Trials Fusion. #Trials fusion xbox one the uncaging trial#. ![]() ![]() ![]() The interface is great for touch devices because of the simple swipe-to-scroll functions, but not so great for computers. ![]() The effects cannot rotate/flip, which obviously won’t have the right look when effects block an important part of the photograph i.e. ![]() It lacks in-depth customization which can be limiting. There are three sections – effects, overlays and borders – with the option to use all, or skip one or more of what you aren’t interested in. My take: Pixlr is photo editing fun, an easy way to get effects, minimum fuss. You have the option to hide or display which effects, overlays and borders you want.Īpp: Yes. Worth Shouting About: 100 effects, 342 overlays, 210 borders in a customisable interface. Once you are familiar with the icons/buttons, you could easily edit more than a few photos in that time. It lacks any clearly labeled buttons, which could slow you down initially. User: Useful for beginner, intermediate, advanced (looking for fun preset edits).įreebie or Subscription: Absolutely free.ġ5 minute rule: The simple ‘click to apply’ effects are incredibly straight forward, however the editor interface can be a little confusing at first. Online or Download: Online, Download, Facebook, Chrome app. Look Mummy, look what I did!: Some photo edits attempted by me My take: My final impressions, what you might like to know Linked sites: Can you link to Facebook, Picasa, Photobucket, etc?Īpp: If I love it enough, is there an app to match? Worth Shouting About: Anything fun or awesome I should mention? Who is it good for?įreebie or Subscription: Is it free? Does it offer paid premium features?ġ5 minute rule: If you knew very little, what could you do in 15 minutes?įilters: Wide range of filters? Customisable or preset? User: Beginner, intermediate or advanced. Online or Download: Is it available via download or online? There are similar functions, but there’s also differences, so to be thorough I reviewed them each individually. Note: I chose to review these four in one post because, while they’re all Pixlr based, each is its own editor. Read PART 1 of the photo editor series – GIMP, Aviary Phoenix, Photoshop Express, PicMonkey In this series I experimented a minimum of an hour with photo editors based on a list of things you might want to know at a glance. As a beauty blogger I find photo editors invaluable, so whether you are a beginner, experienced user, or even a fellow lifestyle, fashion, food or travel blogger, hopefully this review will help you find some great options. 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