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There is no doubt that both TV Amos and Miller are pretty different from their book counterparts, but surprisingly both are bringing enough talent to the role to justify the difference. Frankly, book Miller was a huge cliche. I didn't mind it, but I also don't mind that Jane has taken a...

Funny, couldn't disagree more. I don't like the casting for anyone, so far- other than Avasarala and maybe Holden. The writing (in the books) is good enough that the casting won't matter as long as the show doesn't go too far off the tracks. Obviously that's the great thing about books-...

That scene never happened in the books. It falls into the category of "didn't happen, but following the thread of the books could have happened, so we are putting it in for elucidation." Would definitely recommend reading the books regardless of watching the shows. The books tackle sci-fi...

Just caught wind of this server- does it even remotely resemble classic EQ, or have they chopped up the code and left in so many neo-EQ features that it seems like nothing more than a "poorly done emu server" as someone else said? I ask, because if it's a legit classic server I'd be...

Ditto

This guy looks like that lore sounds: "Who are the Withered, you ask? Perhaps it is discovery you seek, rather than mere words."

Fantasy names are hard, no doubt. Actually sitting down and coming up with something that doesn't sound too 1. recycled, 2. generic, or 3. nonsensical is way harder than you think. It takes me forever to come up with decent original names for the fiction stuff I do. That said, you're right...

Yeah, as others have said, that area looks straight from VG... which isn't really a bad thing. Hate to criticize, but they need to do better with the writing part if they want to be taken seriously as professionals. I'm way more interested in how the game plays/feels than I am about some...

Pretty much. Good writing/directing/acting reduces setting and time period to little more than flavor.

From someone who has read the series: Very solid pilot. They got a lot of the small details right that are important to nailing the setting. I pictured everyone as a little bit older, but nbd. All the main characters are supposed to be in 'second half' careers at this point. Holden...

The Maelstrom is a dozen things in a dozen fictitious worlds- that's the point.

Peep Show is the best comedic series of any nationality I've ever seen. Hands down.

They have stuck pretty close to the text to this point, but have been drifting away recently. IIRC there was an Oddo-like character in the books, but he had way less "screen time." My recollection is that the books are 90% focused on Uhtred killing shit, raiding shit, and dominating shit with...

Hurns is active as of just now- I assume that means he will play.

I've learned to not beat myself when I make a decision using the best info I have and it just doesn't pan out. You made a logical choice here, I wouldn't let it bug you too much. Ok guys, I still can't decide my WR3 and need help: Evans Hurns Cooper Halp pls

I'd go Barnidge here too, personally.

I think Jones just popped up on an injury report- you might want to check that out, not sure. If you already started Watkins, this is irrelevant, obviously, but I have a similar WR2 and WR3 dilemma. I have Evans, Diggs, Hurns, and Cooper to fill WR2 and WR3 spots. Right now I'm going...

Wow, they took the EQ theme and went all Thomas Newman with it, didn't they? Not that it's bad...

Those sounds weren't limited to just night. They played at all times in some wilderness areas- I remember specifically BB Mnts. And yeah, it's a very memorable/nostalgic sound. I've said for years that EQ's sounds- from the music, to combat sounds, spell sounds, environment sounds, etc...

Thanks that's exactly what I was looking for. It's also pretty much what I was thinking too. Evans has been almost entirely bust this year and he hasn't followed any patterns either- meaning he will inexplicably sputter in games that he should do well in. He has the 'potential' to break it...

My options are: Stephon Diggs Antonio Brown Mike Evans Amari Cooper Brown is obvious and Diggs has been very good to me every week Also Hurns, who may have a big week due to Cromarti coverage

Mike Evans or Amari Cooper?

Absolutely ruins the flow. TV shows are often scripted with commercials in mind, but tv shows that work to capture the cinema feel (like Fargo) work so much better without interruption.

You're an evil bastard Dumar- like those bars with the signs saying "Free Beer Tomorrow." No matter how much time passes, we can be assured that Beta will be in 2 years and alpha sooner than that! Keep hope alive.

You need to put a date in your sig to make it more meaningful, Dumar.

Local Fantasy league. I had a good draft. I don't have Ryan- I forgot. It's between Dalton and Cam. I may be wrong, but I can't see trusting Lacy until he proves he is not a dud. He hasn't done shit all year and I've lost by starting him over Murray before. CJ2K is a new pickup.

Ok forum bros, made some serious lineup changes and need some advice: Starting QB: Cam, Ryan, or Dalton? Right now I have Dalton in. RB2: CJ2K, Lacy, or Latavius Murray? Right now I have CJ2K due to Lacy's slump and Murray's tough match. WR3: Amari Cooper, Stefon Diggs, or James...

Awesome show. Great casting, writing, acting- everything. Highly recommend. Gets the Arden seal of approval

This was probably already mentioned, but rather than dig through the thread, is there a way to watch as you guys play? I'm interested in checking it out.

To be fair, he's supposed to be 15 or 16 in the scene you mention. No way for you to know that, of course, unless you read the book. Show is great. Following the books pretty closely and the changes they have made have all been positive. I'm a fairly harsh critic and I am impressed and...

Was thinking the same thing. I'd be pretty floored if a finished product (or whatever passes for that these days) even sees the light of day. That product being good enough to attract and then keep a substantial playerbase would be like hitting the damn lottery. Don't get me wrong, I hope...

I think I understand what you're saying: A lot of people played EQ to get a social "fix" because the options to get that type of social fix were far more limited then than they are now. They played to make friends and meet people and talk and socialize, etc etc. I think you're right. A lot of...

Are you asking how much of why I played EQ was because it was a social mmog? As opposed to a single player game?

Yeah, we get where you are going and you're right that there are a lot of options now that didn't exist in EQ's "Golden Era." But that's not really why people tolerated/played/enjoyed EQ. I didn't play EQ because there wasn't anything else to do or because my options were limited. I played EQ...

Let's face it, most of the people in the thread would be very, very happy with an EQ reskin/reboot. They aren't going to find it hilarious, they are going to find it promising.

Any server on that server list COULD offer what you want. There are dozens and dozens of near empty servers on the server list. You'd honestly have a better chance of lobbying one of those servers. This guy has made it clear in no uncertain terms he isn't allowing boxing. Start working on...

Is it pure industry nepotism that allows that guy to keep popping up? I'm not trying to be a dick, but he didn't have a great rep at Sigil and my limited experience with him was not fantastic. And then there is quite a bit of angst towards him from his SOE transition. I'd like to think the...

Basically, yes. But I'd call it less historically accurate and slightly buggier than P99 instead. Bugs aren't really an issue though. I've only encountered one or two small bugs and the admin (can't ever remember his name) is very fast to fix them. The box's db and mechanics are very solid...

Totally different database and there are a significant number of relatively minor mechanical differences. Philosophically, the servers are identical and practically speaking they are pretty close (so far).