#AI implementation guide

[truetechreview]

Ultimate Guide to DeepSeek AI for Business Growth

Table of Contents of DeepSeek AI for Business Growth1. Introduction: Why AI is Essential for Modern Business Growth2. What Is DeepSeek AI?3. Top 5 DeepSeek AI Tools for Scaling Businesses3.1 Demand Forecasting Engine3.2 Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) Predictor3.3 Automated Supply Chain Optimizer3.4 Dynamic Pricing Module3.5 Sentiment Analysis Hub4. How DeepSeek AI Reduces Costs and Boosts…

[markcollinsim]

AI Implementation guide with Examples | iMeta Technologies

If you are thinking about implementing AI in your business, no matter what you do there is a lot of room to apply. In this blog, we are going to discuss how AI can be implemented, AI use cases, AI implementation cost, process, strategy, and other significant things involved. 

[biscuityskies]

With the impending implementation of Project 2025, I suspect that AO3 will come under fire as well. And given that it’s a US based organisation, and the US has wedged itself somehow into every possible thing, I would also suspect that this will have global impacts. I cannot be certain of it - I’m certainly not an expert on political things and Trump remains, frankly, unpredictable - but I have personally found it’s more helpful to prepare beforehand than to scramble to keep myself afloat in the midst of a crisis. Knowing how important our favourite stories are to so many of us, here’s what I suggest:

Readers, I recommend you find your favourite stories again. Go all the way back in your bookmarks. Tell the authors you appreciate them, and you love their work. I think we could all use some nice words right now. If you want to keep the story, I recommend downloading it: here’s a guide on how to do so from the AO3 FAQ. I personally have wanted to take up bookbinding for a hot second; I might print off my favourite fics for myself and figure out how to bind them. The OTW also recommends downloading your favourites - see link below.

Authors, I recommend you keep your manuscripts. Download them onto an external flash drive and save them for a rainy day four or so years from now. Even the ones you don’t like are worth keeping - I guarantee you somebody else likes them even if you don’t. (I’m speaking to myself here, too.) Project 2025 has blatantly laid out a ban of pornography, and they will take that to mean whatever they want it to; I suggest you don’t even keep your fics on a Google drive if possible it’s definitely easier to keep them all online, trust me, I know, but so does the government. Corporations do not care about you: they will sell you out to whoever is willing to pay. Remember also to turn off AI scraping wherever possible, or better yet use sites that don’t engage in that behaviour.

For further reading from people more qualified than I, here’s the OTW’s statement on what their plans are so far.

I hope I’m wrong. I honestly would love nothing more. But more importantly, we will get through this. Humanity has told stories and put blorbos in situations for literal millennia. We’ll see the other side of this.

[creolestudios]

The Fundamentals of Generative AI: Understanding its Core Mechanics and Applications

Summary

In the realm of technological advancements, Generative AI stands out as a transformative force, redefining the landscape of digital innovation. As a leading Generative AI Development Company, Creole Studios recognizes the immense potential of this technology. Our journey showcases our commitment to harnessing the power of Generative AI for groundbreaking solutions. This blog delves into the intricacies of Generative AI, exploring its core mechanics and diverse applications.

Understanding Generative AI

Generative AI refers to the subset of artificial intelligence where machines are trained to generate new content, from images to text, by learning from vast datasets. Unlike traditional AI models that interpret or classify data, Generative AI tools go a step further – they create. This capability springs from advanced algorithms and neural networks that mimic the human brain’s ability to perceive and generate novel outputs.

The Mechanics Behind Generative AI

At the core of Generative AI models, like GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) and others, lie neural networks trained on massive datasets. These models learn patterns, structures, and nuances from the data, enabling them to generate new, contextually relevant content. For instance, Generative AI images are not mere replicas of existing photos; they are new creations born from learned data patterns.

Generative AI Tools and Their Development

The development of Generative AI tools involves meticulous training of models using machine learning techniques. As a Generative AI Development Company, we at Creole Studios employ cutting-edge methods to train these models, ensuring they not only generate content but do so with a high degree of relevance and accuracy. This process involves fine-tuning the models to specific domains, whether it’s generating text, images, or complex data patterns.

What is the difference between OpenAI and generative AI?

OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research laboratory with a focus on advancing digital intelligence for the benefit of humanity. It produces cutting-edge models like GPT-3, which falls under the umbrella of Generative AI – a subset where machines are trained to create new content, such as images or text, by learning from extensive datasets. Generative AI, in a broader sense, refers to the ability of AI models to generate novel outputs, while OpenAI’s role lies in pushing the boundaries of AI research, developing advanced models, and promoting responsible AI practices.

Applications of Generative AI

Creative Industries: Generative AI has made significant inroads into creative fields like art and music. Generative AI models can compose music, create art, and even write scripts, opening up new horizons in creativity.

Business Intelligence: In the business sphere, Generative AI aids in data analysis and decision-making. By generating predictive models and analyzing trends, it provides businesses with valuable insights.

Healthcare: Generative AI use cases in healthcare are transformative. From drug discovery to personalized medicine, these models can predict patient outcomes and assist in complex research.

Customer Experience: In the realm of customer service, Generative AI can personalize interactions and enhance user engagement, providing tailored recommendations and solutions.

Generative AI Use Cases: Real-World Examples

One of the most notable use cases of Generative AI is in the generation of realistic images and graphics. Generative AI images, for instance, are created through models that have learned from a vast array of visual data, enabling them to produce images that are both novel and realistic. Another significant application is in natural language processing, where Generative AI tools are employed to create human-like text, aiding in everything from customer service to content creation.

Challenges and Ethical Considerations

Despite the myriad of opportunities, Generative AI development is not without its challenges. One significant concern is ensuring the ethical use of this technology. As a Generative AI Development Company, Creole Studios is deeply invested in navigating these complexities responsibly. Questions of data privacy, potential biases in AI-generated content, and the moral implications of AI-generated art and literature are at the forefront of our development strategy. Ensuring that Generative AI tools, including those creating Generative AI Images and texts, are fair, unbiased, and respectful of privacy is a cornerstone of our development ethos.

The Future of Generative AI

Looking ahead, the horizon of Generative AI is vast and full of potential. With advancements in AI models and increasing computational power, the capabilities of Generative AI are set to expand significantly. We are moving towards more sophisticated Generative AI tools that can handle more complex tasks with greater efficiency and creativity. The future might see Generative AI seamlessly integrating into daily life and business operations, offering solutions that are currently unimaginable.

In the business realm, the potential for Generative AI to revolutionize industries is immense. Companies that partner with a Generative AI Development Company like Creole Studios can leverage this technology to gain a competitive edge. Whether it’s through enhanced data analysis, more engaging customer experiences, or innovative product design, the applications of Generative AI are boundless.

Creole Studios: Leading the Way in Generative AI Development

At Creole Studios, we are at the forefront of exploring and harnessing the power of Generative AI. Our dedicated team of experts is constantly innovating to develop Generative AI tools that are not only technologically advanced but also ethically grounded and business-focused. By visiting our landing page at www.creolestudios.com/generative-ai-development, businesses can explore a partnership that will drive them into the future of AI-powered innovation.

Conclusion

Generative AI stands as a beacon of modern technological advancement, with its ability to revolutionize how we interact with data, create content, and solve complex problems. Its potential is only beginning to be tapped, and its future is as exciting as it is vast. As a leader in Generative AI development, Creole Studios is committed to exploring this uncharted territory, ensuring our clients are equipped with the best that AI has to offer.

[derinthescarletpescatarian]

what’s the story about the generative power model and water consumption? /gen

There's this myth going around about generative AI consuming truly ridiculous amount of power and water. You'll see people say shit like "generating one image is like just pouring a whole cup of water out into the Sahara!" and bullshit like that, and it's just... not true. The actual truth is that supercomputers, which do a lot of stuff, use a lot of power, and at one point someone released an estimate of how much power some supercomputers were using and people went "oh, that supercomputer must only do AI! All generative AI uses this much power!" and then just... made shit up re: how making an image sucks up a huge chunk of the power grid or something. Which makes no sense because I'm given to understand that many of these models can run on your home computer. (I don't use them so I don't know the details, but I'm told by users that you can download them and generate images locally.) Using these models uses far less power than, say, online gaming. Or using Tumblr. But nobody ever talks about how evil those things are because of their power generation. I wonder why.

To be clear, I don't like generative AI. I'm sure it's got uses in research and stuff but on the consumer side, every effect I've seen of it is bad. Its implementation in products that I use has always made those products worse. The books it writes and flood the market with are incoherent nonsense at best and dangerous at worst (let's not forget that mushroom foraging guide). It's turned the usability of search engines from "rapidly declining, but still usable if you can get past the ads" into "almost one hundred per cent useless now, actually not worth the effort to de-bullshittify your search results", especially if you're looking for images. It's a tool for doing bullshit that people were already doing much easier and faster, thus massively increasing the amount of bullshit. The only consumer-useful uses I've seen of it as a consumer are niche art projects, usually projects that explore the limits of the tool itself like that one poetry book or the Infinite Art Machine; overall I'd say its impact at the Casual Random Person (me) level has been overwhelmingly negative. Also, the fact that so much AI turns out to be underpaid people in a warehouse in some country with no minimum wage and terrible labour protections is... not great. And the fact that it's often used as an excuse to try to find ways to underpay professionals ("you don't have to write it, just clean up what the AI came up with!") is also not great.

But there are real labour and product quality concerns with generative AI, and there's hysterical bullshit. And the whole "AI is magically destroying the planet via climate change but my four hour twitch streaming sesh isn't" thing is hysterical bullshit. The instant I see somebody make this stupid claim I put them in the same mental bucket as somebody complaining about AI not being "real art" -- a hatemobber hopping on the hype train of a new thing to hate and feel like an enlightened activist about when they haven't bothered to learn a fucking thing about the issue. And I just count my blessings that they fell in with this group instead of becoming a flat earther or something.

[jojo-schmo]

Click here to directly send feedback to Tumblr Support about the new feature of training AI generators with OUR creations.

@staff turned off replies on their post about AI implementation. They’re dropping this on us, plugging their ears, and looking the other way and we can’t even tell them how we feel. That’s unacceptable.

This is a suggestion box that the Tumblr Staff themselves have set up. Let’s use it.

Tell them exactly how you feel about this new AI generation- its effects on the artist and writer communities, the blatant theft of our hard work and opportunities, the saturation of online feeds with these soulless, misshapen images and unintelligible writing. Express that disappointment, sadness, fear, and anger. They need to know.

And!! I haven’t see anything about using just art and images to train their AI generators. Writing is probably also fair game!! Everyone who posts on this site is affected by this!

Select the category “Feedback” and “New Features” and let the people in charge here know exactly how we feel about being automatically opted in to train AI generators with our creations.

Yes, you are opted into this by default!! If you still need to turn off third party sharing for your blog, Here is a quick guide on how to opt out of training AI with your blog’s creations. It’s just a hidden switch to flip in your Settings menu.

Together, our voices will be loud and clear.

[slyfire]

Touchstarved Origins

Okay, so there's been a lot of divisive opinions over the replacement of 'The Hound' background with 'The Exile' background. I have my own thoughts that I wanted to express on the situation, as well as the origin system as a whole.

TLDR: I'm not against 'The Exile' existing, but I do think it's the least interesting and the weakest of the four backgrounds. I'm also firmly against the replacement of 'The Hound'. I also want to talk about how I would add/fix the current backgrounds. Also these are just my opinions - I'm not speaking objectively.

Spoilers ahead!

What's the point of the Origin system?

There's two main reasons for the current origin system.

First of all, each background has a 'perk', which each background can gather different types of information about the world and the love interests. This info may effect player decision-making.

Secondly, the backgrounds allow for roleplay and MC creating. This aspect is a huge part of the fandom, and RSS encourages people to make OCs with the backgrounds as a 'guide'.

How well is Origin system implemented?

I think it's important to keep in mind that it's only a demo out right now. That being said, as of these demos, I do not think the origin system has been implemented very well.

The 'perks' the backgrounds give and the story/dialogue differences are pretty minimal. This means that the way the Origin system currently works, the don't really meet the intentions behind the backgrounds.

The Exile & The Hound

Welp, onto the issue that inspired this post. First of all, I believe that 'The Hound' shouldn't have been replaced at all. IMO it was the weakest in terms of implementation, but that doesn't mean it should have been removed, just made better.

People have been building their MCs/OCs for years at this point, and it's straight up not fair for people to have their backgrounds taken away for seemingly no reason. There was no communication from RSS or even a survey from RSS asking about changing up the backgrounds.

I've also seen people say the backgrounds are 'similar enough', which I can't fully agree with. They're both survivalists, but the contexts are just too different - One is survival in in a socal world, and the other is survival in 'the wild'. Also, I think the biggest appeal to a lot of people about 'The Hound' was the criminal edge and the social intuition, which in a game about character interaction, is a big loss.

There's also the 'balance' of the original three backgrounds. While I don't think the OG backgrounds were the epitome of character building, they were different in the 'right' ways. For example: 'The Hound' is street-smart and familiar with lowtown's entertainment district, 'The Alchemist' is book-smart and somewhat familiar with lowtown's entertainment district, and 'The Unnamed' most likley has some education and isn't familiar with lowtown's entertainment district. They've also all been betrayed, which adds on to their desperation. This also means they learn different information that is relevent to the LIs (eg, 'The Unnamed senses familiar about Kuras, but 'The Alchemist' notices no magic from the reattached limb).

So, what about 'The Exile'? Backstory-wise, there's the isolation of 'The Unnamed' and a parental figure of 'The Alchemist', but no 'betrayal'. It does take some the the social intuition stuff from 'The Hound' (eg. "I've learned to recognise a leader when I see one" about Ais) but for a character that's described to live away from other people (apart from the hermit), it doesn't really fit or make sense. The 'perk' of an 'uncanny intuition' is very similar in flavour to 'The Unnamed' - I can't see why 'The Unnamed' wouldn't also have the red choice to 'move immediately'. 'The Exile' is also fluent in multiple languages, but that seems like something 'The Alchemist' would know.

In short, 'The Exile' feels like a mish-mash of the original backgrounds, lacking a strong identity - both storywise and gameplay-wise. It has qualities that already belong to a background or qualities that should belong to another background. If the goal was to have more 'cohesive' backgrounds, we ended up with a redundant background.

That being said, I do think there's a place for 'The Exile', but as it is right now, it needs a major rework.

Sidenote, blind/new players of Touchstarved aren't going to know what soulless are when selecting the backgrounds, so making it a 'selling point' of the background isn't a great move.

Things I Would Add to the Backgrounds

These are just some moments I could see happening with events that happen in the demo + feel in-tune with the background.

'The Unnamed':

I'll note it's hard to think of moments for 'The Unnamed', since we lack information on how their religion and temple function.

I think 'The Unnamed' should be the weakest fighter out of the backgrounds. Should probably never feel comfortable in altercations.

Should be the most 'aware' on what their curse does to people. Could come with different dialogue during Mr. Chocky's scene or Leander's 'hold back' scene.

Just more references to 'The Unnamed's' old faith. It was such a big part of their life, that it feels wrong to know so little.

Less knowledgeable of 'normal' society. They say the entertainment district in unfamiliar to them, but we don't actually see them go about the place much differently. For example, they shouldn't assume Vere is a sex worker because of the 'parted pink curtains'.

'The Hound':

I actually don't think 'The Hound' needs to be some super proficient combatant, but they should be the most compatent when caught off guard and general 'physical' situations. For example, they don't get knocked to the floor by the 'lowlife' in the bar, and/or their escape from the soulless is more skilful (not just trying to open a door and failing). Mhin would still show up of course.

Let. Them. Steal. The best moment I can think of is after they left Kuras's clinic, they pickpocket someone and use the money to buy food. I think it would make sense because they're already thinking about money in that scene.

Related to the last point, but 'The Hound' should be the most 'comfortable' finanally. Unlike the other backgrounds who have likely not been finanally responsible for themselves, 'The Hound' is used to poverty and low spending power (since most of the money they did have was for a cure). And of course, they have the means to steal. Maybe alter MC's lines about being worried about money.

'The Alchemist':

Not a great physical fighter, but as they get more settled in Eridia, having 'The Alchemist' preparing things such as protection enchantments. If taken off guard, they'll be weak, but if they can prepare for an encounter and such, they'll be in a better condition. That's to say, I don't mind them being 'weak' in the demo.

Some more general history stuff. For example, 'The Alchemist' thinking about how old Eridia is.

'The Exile':

I think if you're going to add a choice to fight the soulless, and a new backgound that's 'familiar' with soulless, I think it's fair to say the MC should have lived in the encounter. It's not like Mhin wouldn't have swooped in to kill the soulless anyways.

Final Thoughts

I do hope RSS come out and explain why 'The Hound' was removed, since I doubt they can add it back in without adding a lot more work the finished game. This also isn't made as a dig at anyone who likes 'The Exile', I just have a Thoughts™.

Also, please tell me if I've missed anything I should have mentioned or if I've said something incorrect!

[astra-ravana]

Technomancy: The Fusion Of Magick And Technology

Technomancy is a modern magickal practice that blends traditional occultism with technology, treating digital and electronic tools as conduits for energy, intent, and manifestation. It views computers, networks, and even AI as extensions of magickal workings, enabling practitioners to weave spells, conduct divination, and manipulate digital reality through intention and programming.

Core Principles of Technomancy

• Energy in Technology – Just as crystals and herbs carry energy, so do electronic devices, circuits, and digital spaces.

• Code as Sigils – Programming languages can function as modern sigils, embedding intent into digital systems.

• Information as Magick – Data, algorithms, and network manipulation serve as powerful tools for shaping reality.

• Cyber-Spiritual Connection – The internet can act as an astral realm, a collective unconscious where digital entities, egregores, and thought-forms exist.

Technomantic Tools & Practices

Here are some methods commonly utilized in technomancy. Keep in mind, however, that like the internet itself, technomancy is full of untapped potential and mystery. Take the time to really explore the possibilities.

Digital Sigil Crafting

• Instead of drawing sigils on paper, create them using design software or ASCII art.

• Hide them in code, encrypt them in images, or upload them onto decentralized networks for long-term energy storage.

• Activate them by sharing online, embedding them in file metadata, or charging them with intention.

Algorithmic Spellcasting

• Use hashtags and search engine manipulation to spread energy and intent.

• Program bots or scripts that perform repetitive, symbolic tasks in alignment with your goals.

• Employ AI as a magickal assistant to generate sigils, divine meaning, or create thought-forms.

Digital Divination

• Utilize random number generators, AI chatbots, or procedural algorithms for prophecy and guidance.

• Perform digital bibliomancy by using search engines, shuffle functions, or Wikipedia’s “random article” feature.

• Use tarot or rune apps, but enhance them with personal energy by consecrating your device.

Technomantic Servitors & Egregores

• Create digital spirits, also called cyber servitors, to automate tasks, offer guidance, or serve as protectors.

• House them in AI chatbots, coded programs, or persistent internet entities like Twitter bots.

• Feed them with interactions, data input, or periodic updates to keep them strong.

The Internet as an Astral Plane

• Consider forums, wikis, and hidden parts of the web as realms where thought-forms and entities reside.

• Use VR and AR to create sacred spaces, temples, or digital altars.

• Engage in online rituals with other practitioners, synchronizing intent across the world.

Video-game Mechanics & Design

• Use in-game spells, rituals, and sigils that reflect real-world magickal practices.

• Implement a lunar cycle or planetary influences that affect gameplay (e.g., stronger spells during a Full Moon).

• Include divination tools like tarot cards, runes, or pendulums that give randomized yet meaningful responses.

Narrative & World-Building

• Create lore based on historical and modern magickal traditions, including witches, covens, and spirits.

• Include moral and ethical decisions related to magic use, reinforcing themes of balance and intent.

• Introduce NPCs or AI-guided entities that act as guides, mentors, or deities.

Virtual Rituals & Online Covens

• Design multiplayer or single-player rituals where players can collaborate in spellcasting.

• Implement altars or digital sacred spaces where users can meditate, leave offerings, or interact with spirits.

• Create augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) experiences that mimic real-world magickal practices.

Advanced Technomancy

The fusion of technology and magick is inevitable because both are fundamentally about shaping reality through will and intent. As humanity advances, our tools evolve alongside our spiritual practices, creating new ways to harness energy, manifest desires, and interact with unseen forces. Technology expands the reach and power of magick, while magick brings intention and meaning to the rapidly evolving digital landscape. As virtual reality, AI, and quantum computing continue to develop, the boundaries between the mystical and the technological will blur even further, proving that magick is not antiquated—it is adaptive, limitless, and inherently woven into human progress.

Cybersecurity & Warding

• Protect your digital presence as you would your home: use firewalls, encryption, and protective sigils in file metadata.

• Employ mirror spells in code to reflect negative energy or hacking attempts.

• Set up automated alerts as magickal wards, detecting and warning against digital threats.

Quantum & Chaos Magic in Technomancy

• Use quantum randomness (like random.org) in divination for pure chance-based outcomes.

• Implement chaos magick principles by using memes, viral content, or trend manipulation to manifest desired changes.

AI & Machine Learning as Oracles

• Use AI chatbots (eg GPT-based tools) as divination tools, asking for symbolic or metaphorical insights.

• Train AI models on occult texts to create personalized grimoires or channeled knowledge.

• Invoke "digital deities" formed from collective online energies, memes, or data streams.

Ethical Considerations in Technomancy

• Be mindful of digital karma—what you send out into the internet has a way of coming back.

• Respect privacy and ethical hacking principles; manipulation should align with your moral code.

• Use technomancy responsibly, balancing technological integration with real-world spiritual grounding.

As technology evolves, so will technomancy. With AI, VR, and blockchain shaping new realities, magick continues to find expression in digital spaces. Whether you are coding spells, summoning cyber servitors, or using algorithms to divine the future, technomancy offers limitless possibilities for modern witches, occultists, and digital mystics alike.

"Magick is technology we have yet to fully understand—why not merge the two?"

[consumeroflemoans]

I've never read SVSSS, but I heard the title and knew a normal guy got put into the position of some evil dude in a world with magical elements and there was a group of people (Who I now through exposure know are the Peak Lords)

And with that information I tried to puzzle the plot together and this is what I assumed was going on:

As the title is "Scum Villain Self Saving System" I assumed there was a system in place specifically to save villains

So I assumed that the group of people were effectively an organisation of villains that have succesfully taken over their respective parts of the world at the same time and realized each of the others is enough of a threat to more or less willingly collaborate by building a world government in which they each represent the region they've taken over, helping each other to stay in power in order to ensure they keep their own rule firmly in place

But each of them is also firmly aware that they others would sell them out for a piece of pocket lint and try to take over their region immediatly if they die so they implemented a system that sends a soul from a foreign world into their bodies if they ever die, ensuring that no one notices and they can keep power forever

The protagonist is in this case the said soul and that's where the "Scum Villain" part comes from because suddenly this dude is ripped from his normal life to be like a dictator and he doesn't like that so he's like "Fucking scum villain with their shitass self saving system"

And now he has to pretend that he's the dead guy so the others don't notice and try to wage war or imprison him to get his part of the world while subtly trying to free the citizens and getting closer to some of the other rulers during the meetings by Being A Normal Person

-Leuchtturm

I cannot stop giggling because while this is a banger concept for a story it is prettyyy far from the plot of Scum Villain

In our modern world there’s a novel known as Proud Immortal Demon Way. It’s a stallion novel, so the entire point of it is ‘one guy runs around doing things, collecting women in a harem, and having hot sex’. The book in short consists of half demon, half human Luo Binghe being taken into a cultivator (magic user) sect, being severely abused within the sect, being thrown into hell, crawling back out as a fully recognized demon, and promptly taking over the entire world while collecting over 600 women.

This guy Shen Yuan reads this porn novel for the plot and world building so he gets really upset whenever plot holes or bad characterization shows up in favor of a sex scene. He’s a prominent hater but he’s locked in on reading this massive novel. While he’s in the middle of typing a really angry comment he chokes on his food and promptly dies.

He wakes up in the body of Shen Qingqiu, Luo Binghe’s master from back when he was a disciple. He’s one of the main antagonists at the start of PIDW. He severely abuses Luo Binghe, treats him like a discardable servant, and eventually is the one to shove him into hell. He’s just an all around asshole who’s perpetuating a cycle of abuse from his own childhood. He’s said ‘Scum Villain’.

Now at the end of PIDW, Shen Qingqiu gets all his limbs chopped off by Luo Binghe and is tortured by him before being killed. Shen Yuan would rather not have his life end with violent torture and he’d also just rather not abuse children, so his primary goal is to manage to survive his role as an antagonist.

This is where the System comes into play. It acts as a menu from an RPG game combined with an AI. Its primary goal is to fix plot holes, improve the storyline, and make the protagonist shine. It can only be seen by Shen Qingqiu and acts as a guide, informing him, providing him missions, and calculating ‘points’. There’s a bunch of different point values including protagonist satisfaction, ‘badass’ points, coolness points, and various skill/stat points. The way the system calculates these points seems pretty random with the system picking and choosing what to reward. The most important thing is that if any of these points values drop to 0, Shen Yuan gets kicked out of the world and back into his dead body. Also if he acts too out of character or reveals his true identity as someone other than Shen Qingqiu he gets kicked back to his body.

So the whole of svsss is Shen Yuan trying to live his life as Shen Qingqiu without either being killed by the system or Luo Binghe. And in the process of this he majorly changes the plot, so many different character’s fates, and ends up with Luo Binghe in love with him instead of a harem of women

Also the peak lords are all part of this cultivation sect. They’re overall good guys, their entire purpose is to protect humans from supernatural forces. Shen Qingqiu’s original character is a terrible person but he does work for a good cause

[omorimodreverie]

Reverie Devlog - March 2025

Intro

March is here, which means it’s time for another Devlog! This may be the final log for Chapter 4, as we approach the finish line. We’ve made a lot of progress ever since the New Year, so let's get straight to it.

Progress

A major amount of progress has been made, this time mostly on the battles - as it's one of the later things to be polished.

Restructuring

ALL enemy data has been restructured to a new system, for ease of development.

- In technical terms, each enemy now occupies one slot in the RPGmaker data editor instead of the base game’s four.

As a result, all previous enemy AIs have now been standardized based on emotion, as opposed to being hard coded percentage differences (With exceptions for certain bosses).

- Angry increases the chances of offensive skills.

- Sad increases the chances of defensive skills.

- Happy increases the chance of special skills (less chance to use a basic attack).

- Drop rates based on emotion have also been standardized to be consistent.

Fixed a lot of broken or unintended AI behavior in Chapter 1 and 2. Some are also getting a total overhaul, like Kite Kid.

Others

Extra area maps are now finished; these are singular large maps to explore, with extra rewards and battles.

Most new enemies now have AI.

Some skills have been rebalanced and tweaked for functionality. Namely, AOE emotion skills are now acquired before level 20 and are usable on both sides.

The majority of equipment and charms have been implemented, with some being buyable or extra challenge rewards.

Quality of life changes, with ailments being visible with particle effects.

Common buffs and basic attacks are now standardized to use the same skill and state across different enemies. This is also so translators do not need to translate the same exact basic attack 40 times.

An accessible guide book has been added that lists the gameplay changes that have been made in the mod.

What’s Next

Extra area gameplay, mostly setting up troops and meaningful reasons to go there.

Extra optional area cutscenes; these tend to be smaller.

Properly make the ending scene for Chapter 4.

Some skill animations. 

Moving on into early playtesting.

Final Notes

We’ve made tremendous progress so far, and chapter 4 is now nearing release. This is likely to be the final devlog for Chapter 4.

Anyways, as a thanks for reading this far, here's a teaser for a battle theme for the Castle area.

[navyhealthyglow]

a fresh start - glow up guide no.1

HAVE YOU EVER WANTED SOMETHING SO BAD, BUT DIDN'T KNOW WHERE TO START?

Me too, and that's why we're focusing on this today. Here is what you need to do, to start your glow up era with a bang 😎

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Welcome to the first post of the Glow Up Guide series! In this series I'll be discussing everything you need to know step by step, so you can have your best glow up and become your highest self.

Let's begin! ⭐💙

STEP ONE - DECLUTTER

Before we begin, put your phone down for a bit and declutter your room. You can go as crazy or little as you wish, however I prefer to do a deep clean. Dust your shelves, counters, vacuum the floor, clean out your closet etc. Make sure your desk is organized, you know where your stuff is and everything looks neat. A fresh environment supports a fresh mind, so let's start here. If you wish, you can also throw out your old clothes and replace them with new pieces. Although don't feel pressured to do so, we're trying to glow up here, not spend a reckless amount of money.

STEP TWO - JOURNAL

How can we start our glow up journey without knowing where we are now? So grab your journal, a piece of paper or open your notes app. Write down what your situation is and why is it happening. Explain what would you like to change and acknowledge your starting position. This will help us set realistic goals later on.

STEP THREE - VISION

First two steps done, bravo! Let's keep it up then and now think about who do we want to become. Write down your vision. Who is this person? What do they look like? What do they like/dislike? What are their boundaries, beliefs? How do they act, dress, workout, eat, etc... If you're having troubles with creating your vision, don't worry, I'll make a post about it soon, but until then just look some prompts on pinterest 😽

STEP FOUR - GOALS

Now we have that, write down what do you want to achieve before 2024 ends. This can be anything depending on your personal glow up preference. If you don't know what you want to accomplish yet, don't worry. Here are some goal examples for you: ⟶ read three non-fiction books ⟶ implement a morning and evening routine ⟶ finish a project ⟶ get a certain grade ⟶ prioritize sleep and self care ⟶ focus on your gut health and diet ⟶ save 500$ These are just some examples you can use, but remember to find a goal thats meaningful to YOU! If you're reading this after 2024 ends, just write down your goals for the next three months.

STEP FIVE - PLAN!

It's time for the last step - planning. Review what you wrote about your goals, your vision and where you are now. Now take it and break it down into weekly goals, and break them down to bite sized habits that you can implement daily! Here is an example: If my goal is to get fit, first I'll start drinking more water and cut out processed foods. I will buy a gym membership or find an activity that works for me (walking, running, dance, swimming, etc.) and do it regularly, let's say 3 times a week. I'll also move my body daily and try to get at least 7k steps in. This is just an example, but this is basically how this works. If you need help with planning your schedule, feel free to use AI as a tool. Tell it to create a glow up plan according to your current situation and your vision and adjust it to your needs. A tip I found very helpful, is to put everything like workouts, classes and plans in a weekly calendar. This will help you stay organized and keep up with your plans. I'll show you how I did mine below!

You can find these free templates on canva, picsart and pinterest! I got mine here.

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That's the end of todays post. I hope you had a great time reading it, and let me know if you'd like to see more content like this from me!

I can't wait to hear what you planned for your glow up in the comments, feel free to share<3

Find me here: 🤍💿

#navyhealthyglow - all my og content #navyhealthytips - glow up tips #navyhealthyjourney - my glow up journey

[pillowfort-social]

Happy New Year! We’re kicking off 2024 with a Community Update after a very eventful end of 2023. We’ll give you a look at what Staff have been doing behind the scenes, an update from our Developer Team, and a preview of what’s in store for the platform. Community Stats: 

As of January 19, 2024 Pillowfort currently has over 170,467 registered users and over 9,928 Communities. The rest of this post is under the cut.

In 2023 we have…

Avoided shutdown thanks to your generous support.

Launched Pillowfort Premium

Tested and launched Drafts 

Added new premium frames. 

Updated our Terms of Service.

Updated our Business Plan.

Continued work on the PWA & Queue.

Blocked ChatGPT Bots our platform.

Announced our upcoming policy on Generative AI.

Increased weekly invitations keys to from 10 to 50. 

Continued patching bugs. 

Welcome New Users!

Welcome to Pillowfort. We are so glad you are part of our community. If you haven’t yet, check out the Pillowfort101 Getting Started Guide.

Thank you for keeping Pillowfort Alive! 

Your support during the End of Year Fundraiser helped us avoid ending contracts with our Staff and averted the end of our platform for another six months (July 2024). We can not express our gratitude enough to you. This has been an extremely challenging and stressful time for each member of the team. We are going to work hard to keep Pillowfort online. You have motivated us to continue the fight to be a viable platform. You may have noticed that our donation bar has reset to $5,000 at the beginning of January. This number is our monthly operating costs going forward.  Each month in 2024 that we meet our funding goal it will extend Pillowfort’s life past July 2024. 

Generative AI Ban Policy Update

We will be implementing our updated policy regarding Generative AI in the next site update. Prior to when the policy will be implemented we will share with the community what our definition of Generative AI is and our moderation process. 

We're aware that there are concerns about how moderation systems surrounding generative AI have been abused and used for harassment on other sites: we have consulted with experts on how to avoid those issues, and the suite of moderation methods from international universities also assist with identifying harassment. Abuse of reporting systems will be taken seriously by Staff.

End of Year Fundraiser Limited Edition Badge Gift Form

The form for gifting the Limited Edition Badge to other users who couldn’t donate is now live! Click Here to Fill Out the Form. (Note: We’ll be also making a separate Staff Alert with the link as well.)

Updated Business Plan

The Pillowfort Premium subscription model remains our primary answer to generate the necessary funds needed to cover the costs of running our platform. We will continue to offer optional premium features which can be purchased by users a la carte. However, we will be working on completing the following major projects / updates as an expansion of our revenue strategy in the first half of 2024:

Release of the Progressive Web App w/ Push Notifications - The data is very clear that the lack of a mobile app is hindering our overall growth. A PWA will allow our mobile users to experience all the functionality of a native mobile app and will be much easier for our Developer Team to build & maintain than a native app. We also won't have to worry about App Store content restrictions.

Post Promotions & User-Submitted Advertisement Opt-Ins - Users will be able to promote their posts (as advertisements) by paying a fee. No subscription is required to promote a post. By default, this promoted content will only be displayed on a page specifically for viewing promoted content. While this will mean potentially less revenue, it is important to our philosophy to respect our user’s experience and not force advertising on everyone. However, users can opt into viewing promoted content in their home feed, and will receive a discount on premium features for doing so.

Subscription Gifting - Users will be able to purchase subscriptions that can be gifted to other users. Subscriptions can be gifted to a specific other user, or can be added to a communal pool for any unsubscribed users to take from. We will provide special badges for users who gift subscriptions.

Pillowfort Premium Price Increase - We will be adjusting prices to help us fund our overall operating costs. We will notify the community before any price increase is final.

Mobile Pillowfort Premium Frames - Add an option for mobile users to view Pillowfort Premium Avatar Frames in their feeds.

Other Goals for Completion in 2024 (Goals are subject to change)

Release Queue & Scheduling

Rebuild the post image uploader widget.

Rebuild the way notifications are logged & retrieved in the back-end to be more efficient & reduce errors.

Release an Onboarding Guide for new users.

Release Multi-account management/linking.

Add 2-Factor Authentication.

Enable Community Membership Applications.

Release Community Topics/Organization Options.

Help Us Keep the Lights On!

At Pillowfort we do not receive any funding from venture capital or other outside investors because we are committed to keeping our user experience a priority, and not being beholden to outside interests. While this approach allows us to stay true to our ideals and content guidelines, it also presents many challenges to our team in the form of limited resources, personnel, etc.

Our continued survival depends on the generosity of our community. If you are able to, please consider supporting us with a one-time or recurring monthly donation to help keep Pillowfort online. Any money donated to us now will be applied as a credit to your account when we release paid features & benefits in the future.

Bug Bounty Reminder

We are still offering a Bug Bounty. If you find a bug on the site, particularly one that could pose a threat to the security or functionality of the site, contact Staff through our Contact form or directly at info@pillowfort.social. If you are unsure if we received your report, you can send us a DM to the Staff account here, or DM one of our social media channels to check on the status. 

We sometimes do not receive all notifications from users on other social media. DMing the Staff account on Pillowfort to check on the status is the preferred method. 

The first individual to notify us of a certain issue will be eligible for monetary compensation, depending on the severity of the issue found and the information provided.

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[milkchuu]

𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒖𝒅𝒅𝒚 𝒎𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒅 | 𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒃𝒚 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏.

i've been using this method in self care and therapy, and it has been working amazingly, so i've decided to implement it in my manifestation, with wonderful results

here's a guide for this method, i hope it's helpful; enjoy!!

➛ overview

➛ in this method, you have a buddy - a character you create for yourself. their personality can be whatever you want to be. you need to take care of your buddy - they cannot eat, drink, sleep, etc. they get all that from you. you need to eat well, sleep well, keep hydrated, etc.

➛ for manifestation, you need to take care of your buddy too! you need to keep your mindset right, not falter, and help your buddy manifest, as they struggle with their mindset, self-concept, discipline and persisting

➛ how it works

➛ this method works by shifting the focus from yourself to your buddy, therefore making you feel the need to persist, while detaching you from your objects of manifestation at the same time. you project your needs and desires onto your buddy, making it easier for you to keep up with them and keep up the good work

➛ please note, this works on everything! self-care, new habits, manifesting, and anything else you can think of

➛ instructions

➛ step 1: this works best when your buddy has a body. using a doll or a stuffed animal is ideal, but any object you can take places with you is a-okay. if you can't carry your buddy places with you, you can always make them as a private character in character ai and text them through the day

➛ step 2: give your buddy a name. names carry immense power in personifying and bringing things to life. this will drive the point in for your brain that the buddy is a creature that you need to be taking care of and helping out

➛ step 3: go on ahead and manifest whatever you choose! take care of your buddy well and go about your life as normal. everything else will come naturally

DNI: terf/swerf, abdl/bdsm/nsfw blogs, pro-ed, anti-LGBTQ+/anti-MOGAI, pro-ship, pro-inc*st, anti-endo, (NO)MAP/PEAR/supporter, anti-agere, trump supporter, anti-feminist, anti-BLM/anti-ACAB, abrahamic religions (there's nothing wrong with this one, it's just a trigger for me), will add as i remember other nasty people

[my-wellness-way]

Effective Strategies to Crush Your Weight Loss Goals in 2025

Are you ready to make 2025 the year you finally achieve your weight loss goals? With so much information out there, finding the right strategies can be overwhelming.

This guide will simplify the process and provide you with actionable, science-backed tips to crush your weight loss journey this year.

1. Set Realistic and Specific Goals

The first step to achieving your weight loss goals is defining them clearly. Instead of vague resolutions like "lose weight," aim for specific and measurable targets, such as "lose 15 pounds in 3 months by exercising 4 times a week and eating 1,800 calories per day."

Why it works:

Helps you stay focused and track progress.

Encourages long-term lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes.

2. Prioritize a Balanced Diet Over Extreme Dieting

Fad diets may offer quick results, but they are rarely sustainable. Focus on a balanced diet that includes lean proteins, healthy fats, whole grains, and plenty of fruits and vegetables. Limit processed foods and added sugars.

Pro Tip: Incorporate more plant-based meals, as studies show they can help with weight management and overall health.

3. Make Meal Prep a Weekly Habit

Meal prepping helps you control portion sizes and resist unhealthy choices when hunger strikes. Dedicate a few hours each week to prepare nutritious meals and snacks in advance.

Benefits of meal prep:

Saves time and money.

Keeps you consistent with your calorie and nutrient intake.

4. Stay Active with a Mix of Workouts

Exercise is key to burning calories and building muscle. Combine cardio workouts (like running or cycling) with strength training to maximize fat loss and boost metabolism.

2025 Fitness Trends to Try:

- High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT).

- Online fitness classes for convenience.

- Group sports to keep workouts fun and engaging.

5. Track Your Progress

Using a journal or app to monitor your food intake, workouts, and weight loss progress can help you stay accountable. Apps like MyFitnessPal or Fitbit offer tools to track calories and exercise effortlessly.

Pro Tip: Celebrate small milestones to stay motivated, whether it's fitting into an old pair of jeans or reaching a fitness goal.

6. Focus on Sleep and Stress Management

Poor sleep and high stress levels can hinder weight loss by increasing hunger hormones like ghrelin. Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep per night and practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing.

7. Stay Hydrated

Drinking water not only keeps you hydrated but also helps with appetite control and metabolism. Replace sugary drinks with water, herbal teas, or infused water for variety.

Quick Tip: Drink a glass of water before meals to avoid overeating.

8. Build a Support System

Having friends, family, or online communities supporting your weight loss journey can make a huge difference. Share your goals and progress, and don’t hesitate to seek professional guidance from dietitians or personal trainers if needed.

9. Be Patient and Consistent

Weight loss is a journey, not a sprint. Plateaus are normal, and progress may vary. Focus on consistency and celebrate non-scale victories, like improved energy levels or better mood.

10. Leverage Technology and Tools

Use wearable fitness trackers, calorie counters, and AI-powered apps to personalize and optimize your weight loss journey. These tools can provide insights into your habits and suggest improvements.

Conclusion

Achieving your weight loss goals in 2025 doesn’t have to be daunting. By setting realistic goals, maintaining a balanced diet, staying active, and using the right tools, you can stay on track and see lasting results. Remember, consistency and patience are key.

Start implementing these strategies today, and watch yourself crush your weight loss goals this year!

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[jbird-the-manwich]

if I could make people learn one thing to a disgusting level of detail it would be language model implementation because the hearsay is absolutely insane here, but. one of my posts about open source software got really popular, so, I want to put forth that if you're hyped about open source software and want to support it and are very serious about wanting to protect it, maybe avoid saying "llms" when you mean a commercial, shady, closed source language model like chatgpt.

most people here don't seem aware of how many options there are, or how the vast majority of them are actually free and open source, and I would argue boosting smaller more ethical alternatives to well known commercial closed LLMs is arguably more productive than debating the use of any LLM as if using an LLM means being beholden with the doings of a specific company when it doesn't have to because of the free availability and public scrutibility of open source software.

if you have moral considerations over the use of AI in general, because of things you've heard about the largest commercial ones, it's worth knowing that those implementation choices do not necessarily represent the only way to implement a language model, or even a reasonable sample of an "average" llm, (they are indeed outliers by significant margins and moreso as time goes on) and that it is entirely possible to use models that are vastly more efficient for similar functionality implemented in more responsible ways. This list is not even the especially small ones, just the ones with the most functional parity to closed models.

More ethical ai is literally widely available in the public domain. Right now. Because of open source software. and diva is totally unsung.

commercial companies didn't make the most ethical ai, but the open source ecosystem is, and people still talk like language models themselves cannot be built in a way that isn't fundementally exploitative of consumers data or are by nature always needlessly ecologically irresponsible (because that is what Sam Altman told people) when literally most llms produced in the last two years are absolutely diminutive in comparison in their size and use of resources and kinda showed him off as being something of a scapegoating liar.

So if you're complaining about llms in a general sense, at least remember to say "open source ai did it better" because they did.

[meadowindreams]

Yandere AU: Penny Polendina

Getting close?

Penny is new to this world (literally) and so she will use this as an excuse to say that she wants to experience normal things, going on small "hangouts", even trying to have small brushes like hugs, even hand holding, and hand jobs since she can use the excuse of her noting being able to have "social que", like when its appreciate to kiss your friend, or if where (on the cheeck, lips, or neck even on the dick when she grope him without him noticing, ) of course she plays the naive card and keep doing it, to the point Jaune would be so used to it considering how naive he himself it too. Whenever she needs him she just plays dumb and acts like this.

Android: since she was not designed to have access to the entire internet, keeping him away from friend, and would prevent him from receiving any "unsavoury" messages, even getting dirt on the girls that are getting a little too close to him.

Human: since she is no longer connected to the internet, she cant understand certain human action and ask him to be a guide, since she is human she can say she has forgotten, making them spend more time together, how the internet works, she would just use that as an excuse even though she knows how to use the Internet safely.

Protecting?

She will hack any all technology, security camera and certain AIs, removing certain safety features, resulting in more "accidents", letting those who got to close perish, she would fake certain record framing other for crime they didn't commit while keeping jaune away from all the legal trouble, she would even forge marriage documents so that they are married, she has taken a hobby in photography especially photoshopping. She would override Pietro code and implement new feature such as using drug, and overriding networks and security, only she needs to know anything about Jaune, no one else needs to know. Even faking medical record to keep Jaune in bed rest even thought he is as health as can be, even using fake identities letting her be the only person in his life.

Dating?

she tell Jaune that she wnats to experience romance and will ask him to help her understand certain emotions (like the obsessive love, or the intense desire to feel his love when his huge cock plow her newly created pussy and wants to feel what it is like to have her newly installed womb being flooded with his hot cum non-stop), she would study even small gesture and manipulation technique to use, even love bombing, and so many other things.

Android: she can easily modify herself to match his preferences, voice, hair even her curve making herself seem irresistible to him, possible making herself looking like pyrrha of course she would not since this would cause jim to still having lingering feelings for a death woman and she would see this as a waste.

Human: she would act all clumsy, pretending to adjust her new body, either faking injuries making him carry her, and stay home with her, making him isolated, but makes him think it's worth it helping her recover, or actually hurting herself, she can fake pain which is enough to convince him to believe her.

Marriage and family?

Human: She wants to have children, considering she is technically "owned" by the special forces, then it would be "recommended" as this would increase the number and power of the special Ops, she would study everything she can about child rearing, and want more as she would love to break the record of Mama Arc, since she can act like that its normal since again she never "grew up".

Android: Pietro can make as many children as she wants also since that she cant get pregnant and can get tried in a normal sense like when they have sex meaning they do continue any and all couple activities together.

Reaction?

Ironwood: He is somewhat indifferent to all of the drama, he would probably not even notice anything wrong, which she would use to her advantage, since as long as she can still keep up efficiency, he wouldn't care. However if he somehow finds out about her little "crush" he could use this to his advantage, pulling strong and resources, for Jaune to be only hers, in exchange she would do more work, but he know how far she can push it, since he knows that she can and will kill him, considering the length how far she is willing to go for him.

Aces and other Ops: The other would be happy for her, (mostly) since they used to ask her to all the much harder task, but since she has become more "aware", she has become a little more rebellious espically when they ask her to do things that would make her arrive late to meeting with Jaune or is generally time consuming.

Pietro: With him seeing Penny as his own daughter, he'll probably be a little worried for her safety as she is new to the world and (he thinks that) she is naive and can be easily manipulated (despite her manipulating a human into being her partner), of course she'll offer to let him add more "safety measure" like enhanced strength and more weapons, which she will use on "targets" mainly those who are getting in the way of Jaune's relationships. He has mix feeling towards Jaune, since he does really care about her and does make a effort but he also stabbed her in the chest with the intention of death, but he will stand by and let his daughter be happy.

Rejection?

Human: she is sad, she would start to have a mental break down since she seems list without Jaune, both literally and in a metaphorical sense since he has been there for her since she has been brought into this world and she cant think of a better world without Jaune in it, she would actually become SH to herself since she has never felt this type of emotion and has no idea how to deal with it. She would use this excuse to make him date her, and threaten to hurt herself if he ever leave but i doubt he would ever think about leaving since he is now guilty.

Android: she would stalk him through ever camera and cause certain accident for anyone who get close to him, or ruin any date he has with other girls, even making white noise that would remind him of her, manipulating the world to make him love her, she would change her bosy to become different women to get closer to him, it doesn't matter what form she is in, as lone as he love her, she doesn't care.