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So the brackets are being released as I type this. The local team (NMSU)...co-champs during the season, they said, and won their tournament...got a 12 seed. Quite good for a 1 bid league. And *the* seed for upset purposes...12's beat 5's with amazing frequency, 33%. By comparison, 13's beat 4's only 21% of the time, and 11's beat 6's only 37% of the time. The 12's are frequently underseeded, it looks like. In the 2nd round, the 12's are 9-3 against 13's...but also 13-29, 31% versus the 4 seed. Now there's some tweaks to this. The NCAA restructured things a few years ago. There's 4 play-in games; it's a 68 team tourney. What they did is the…
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Way too long after it was started, here's the poll for the Big Toys Draft of March 2022! Amalgamated Rosters ----- last updated 1600 PST 24 March 2022 Drafter: home base: Spaceship/Aircraft: Land Vehicle: Water Vehicle: ranged personal weapon: melee personal weapon: other personal equipment: no material component item: read-only fixed-content knowledge store: nonliving* robot/etc: inventor/artificer/gadgeteer character: free option:------------------------ Spoiler assault Barbarella and the Joke of Doom home base: Earth, in a universe that has been …
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"Big Toys" Superdraft This draft focuses on things rather than characters. There is a single human character, and a maybe-close-to-human robot or android, and then a free option pick which could be a living character. The rest is stuff. All picks are exclusive. No restrictions on source material, other than currently living real people are not eligible to be drafted in any category, even the free option. Currently existing hardware is, however, permitted. The twelve things to be picked: one home base, which must be anchored to the ground or space-time or something. While it might be in a fixed orbit, or be disassembl…
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Just heard on Facebook. Another giant of gaming is gone, after many years of health issues. I didn't know him personally, so someone else will have to do that bit.
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Akira Takarada has passed away at the age of 87. This prolific actor is primarily known for his roles in science fiction films like The Last War, King Kong Escapes, and the Godzilla series. He was the male lead in the very first Godzilla film made back in 1954. Having had the honor of meeting him, he was very invested in getting to know his Western fans. He will be missed.
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I really, really do. Wait, what do you MEAN it's pushing 7????? The sun's still shining in the west window, over the door.........!!!! Argh. Made a scheduling mistake...got a dental appointment for tomorrow morning, not realizing it was the day after the time change. UGH.
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The drummer and occasional vocalist forthe Foo Fighters, Taylor Hawkins dies at 50. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/taylor-hawkins-foo-fighters-drummer-dies-50-rcna21670 Sad news the guy was talented. And I can't believe we were of similar age.
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I'm surprised this wasn't posted earlier, but Madeleine Albright passed away a few days ago. I was going to put her obituary in the Political Thread, but she deserves her own thread. https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/23/politics/madeleine-albright-obituary/index.html
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Since it's now St. Patrick's Day (in Australia, anyway), let's rejoice in superheroes associated with the color green. Who's your favorite? (Pictures are preferred, natch.)
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https://www.cnet.com/culture/internet/truck-spills-more-than-200000-gaming-dice-onto-highway/
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A bit premature? Maybe. But it looks like there will definitely probably be baseball at both the Major League and Minor League levels in 2021, so why not star the thread now? It's only 61 days until pitchers and catchers report....
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Libraries have the best signs. So, what else goes on this display? I'll start. The Scarlet Letter
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Japan’s ‘killing stone’ splits in two, releasing superstitions amid the sulphur springs
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This website is looking for people to try out products and write brutally honest reviews. Camping gear, backpacks, portable coffee makers, workout equipment like free-standing punching bags, knives, guns, gun sights/scopes, jogging shorts, fleece jackets, and so forth. https://taskandpurpose.com/announcements/gear-review-job-2/ MAR 3, 2022 "Would you consider yourself an expert or extreme enthusiast when it comes to shooting, tactical, survival, bushcraft, or outdoor equipment? And are you interested, at least a little bit, in the U.S. military? "As a Task & Purpose gear contributor, you’ll be responsible fo…
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Because for the past day, it's been dropping every 5 minutes. So, no HERO forums regularly. No streaming services on the TV No access to my games on Steam No music from Alexa. AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH~!!!! AT&T techie will come over tomorrow afternoon. In theory.
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It's the Multiversity Superdraft Poll! Pick your favorite three. You know the drill. Here are your rosters: Spoiler Title: I Only Asked A Question, I Did not Expect a Crisis on Finite Earths Primary: Wonder Woman Variant 1: Batman Variant 2: Spider-Man Variant 3: Firestorm Variant 4: Thor Antagonist: Darkseid Crew 1: Doomsday Crew 2: Silver Surfer Title: Mean Green Mother From Outer Space Primary: Bruce Banner / Hulk Variant 1: Red Power Ring Variant 2: Dr. …
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Okay, as promised here’s the other side of the coin. Let’s say you’re looking for backround music for a gathering in the days before I-Pods and all those that came before or since. All you can use is a record player and you want a mix of songs from different artists and groups. What three soundtracks do you put on the turntable? (Previous restrictions and rules apply.) 1) Forrest Gump It’s got a nice selection of tunes from the ‘50’ thru the ‘70’s 2) The Big Chill The same but for the ‘60’s thru the ‘70’s 3) Empire Records And once again for the ‘80’s &’90’s
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I was a huge fan. His comedy magic shows were great. Very inspiring. Unfortunately, he was a haunted man off stage. Bye, Amazing One, you'll be missed. https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/groundbreaking-vegas-magician-the-amazing-johnathan-dies-at-63-2533797/
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For various reasons, decided it was time to upgrade. The new box arrived early this afternoon. OK, awesome! Had the keyboard/mouse ready. Find the right video cable...oh, good, glad I bought a bunch of different ones a long time ago, this one will work. Fire it up. Joy, rapture, BOOT! Win 11 pro was pre-installed; I dislike the hassle of loading drivers. Great. Set up the main account. Wait. What? *(@&#$!@&#_&##$)#&$@# ($*&@#(_$*&)(**^#$%_)(&%*&$*(!@# (&!@#(&$_(@*&#$*!@)($*@)#(*%&% On Windows 11, you MUST!!!! log in via a Microsoft account. N…
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Holy Cats, it’s the Multiversity Superdraft! Multiverse stories are all the rage right now so let’s take a stab at creating our own. Variant timelines, alternate dimensions, unofficial retcons, Elseworlds, What if…? It’s time to populate your own multiverse movie. Ok, this one’s a little tricky, so listen up. You’re going to select one primary protagonist and four variants of that protagonist. You’re also going to select one antagonist and give them a crew of two. 1) Primary protagonist: Might be a hero, might be a villain, might be an NPC, up to you. When you select them, select which universe or reality they come from, t…
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...and I'm 47. *sees her shadow* *goes back to bed*
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Ivan Reitman, producer and director of 'Ghostbusters,' has died at 75 Reitman was also behind classics like "National Lampoon's Animal House" and "Stripes." Reitman's directing credits include "Twins," "Kindergarten Cop," and "Junior," and "Dave." And more.
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Exactly what it sounds like. Explanations are entertaining, but not required. Go.
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I was inspired by the 3 songs thread so let’s do this. What are your five favorite albums/ Greatest of all Time? I’m going to put in one rule here and if there’s a dispute I will hear all sides and then make the ruling. There are a great many wonderful soundtrack albums out there. But we will not be allowing ones like The Big Chill, Almost Famous or Forrest Gump that pick and choose individual songs from many artists and many albums. These must be either from one performer/band or one performance from many bands ie; Live Aid or Woodstock. My picks in no order are Harry Chapin- Greatest Hits Live The Band - The Last Waltz The Be…
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So this is going around Twitter right now... List 5 famous people you've either met or have been within a few feet of, but ONE is a lie. Then let your friends guess which one they think is a lie. Lou Ferrigno Mclean Stevenson Eddie Money Christina Applegate Joe Staton
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