#cycling out this business card design

[mesugakl]

[zenithofstories]

I love Decked Out for so many reasons; the build itself is beautiful, the gameplay is fun and engaging, Tango deserves it, the competition is thrilling and the deck-building strategy is intriguing. But by far my favourite aspect of the game is how it has brought the Hermits together.

There are almost always Hermits hanging out in the Citadel, and they gather in numbers for the phase rankings reveal and shard distribution. Tango watches as many runs as he can. It is ridiculous fun to see them all interacting and talking and laughing together.

[salty-an-disco]

some more magical girls au stuff

and also some lore stuff:

– ‘The Echo’ is an immortal entity originated from the first ever echo to be created in that construct that trapped two gods. And now, eons later, this echo is obsessed with keeping a balance between the reincarnating pieces of these gods, and is always seeking out Quiet’s pieces reincarnations so that they always have the power to slay the pieces of the Princess that keep coming back. In this AU, this manifested as him basically making the voices magical girls

– the Echo is attached to a mirror; its shards used to make several hand mirrors he can be on at once and is how he communicates with the voices. Has mild shapeshifting abilities as an inky shadow that usually takes the form of a crow

– the Princesses create dimension bubbles around them ala Madoka Magica that change their surroundings to match their respective themes; they can only be dispersed by either killing the princess or helping them find closure in their stories (Echo conveniently doesn’t tell anyone about the latter option). They’ll always come back when they’re killed tho (often worse), and the cycle can keep going.

– Hero is in community college, studying law (it’s not his passion at all, but his family really wants him to be a lawyer and he can’t disappoint them!!), and often does gigs as a delivery boy for several businesses or other odd jobs. One of the newest magical girls alongside Contrarian – name in this AU is Hiro Capricórnio, and his transformed name is Starling; he has a stars and knight theme, and is able to summon a long, silver, feather that he uses as both a sword and a shield

– my Contra design kinda looks like a vocaloid so I decided he’s an actual superstar in his normal life who goes by the name ‘Contra Jester’ — their shows are always a fun spectacle that mixes in jokes and comedic gags in their musical performance (kinda like an inverse Bo Burnham, but with more lighthearted themes) – his AU name is Carter Thomfoolery (actual birth name) and their transformed name is Lyrical; has a music and clown theme and can summon a lyre that he uses to do all sorts of effects on the people affected

– Oppy is Carter’s agent and a senior magical girl. Doesn’t technically has any credentials to be managing a super star and was caught money laundering before, but hey! as long as he doesn’t try to meddle in their shows, Carter won’t sue them :) — was very concerned when they found out Carter was made a magical girl considering how unpredictable and uncontrollable they already are – AU name is Oscar Wilde and transformed name is Jack of Trades; has a showman/magician theme and can use the cards up his sleeves and his echoing voice to convince others to do what he wants

– Paranoid is a workaholic trying to get into medic school while juggling two part-time jobs and her responsibilities as a magical girl. Is very distrustful of the Echo in her mirror that gives her orders, but is EVEN MORE distrustful of the princesses; one of which is a recurring Nightmare she has only barely managed to defeat a few times. Tries to help/keep an eye on Lyrical and Starling, since she knows how it is to just start this off without much (helpful) guidance – AU name is Pamela Noid, and her transformed name is Little Shrike; has a plague doctor/engineer theme, the suitcase she carries can be opened to all sorts of contraptions that creates toxins and acid-filled bombs or guns, can also produce healing medicine (the pinnacle of “I’m a healer, but–”)

[manjiroscum]

COTTONTAIL

Character/s: Bonten!Manjiro Sano

Warnings: f!reader, explicit sex, mature language, hybrid au, established relationship, reader is a bunny hybrid, mentions of past kidnapping, reader is an airhead, tiny angst, cunnilingus, rough sex, creampie, breeding kink, heat cycles, unprotected sex, and use of pet names. Minors do not interact.

Note: commissioned by bby grey @meganemoon 💖🥺 thank you so much and hope u like it luv!

Synopsis: Mikey would do anything for his wife—even hightail out of an important meeting.

WC: 2.7k

Ginza Six, everyone's favorite mall—or so your old friends used to say for the heck of it whenever you guys passed the area after class just to seem relevant. Their snobbishness always irked you, but in a place where friendships were hard to come by, especially for hybrids, you never complained. Pretty little head too wrapped up in the thought that despite how mean they can be, they were still your friends. The building’s postmodern architecture gave off an aura of exclusivity that people will never miss, especially during the sunniest of days when the light hits the glass windows. The difference back then was you didn’t like how it was too lavish and expensive to shop there, the design reminding you of a sleek rubix cube. Finding the prices of the shops’ items to be ridiculous and quite hilarious at that time as a student. A bit envious of those who can afford it. You had no money to buy beautiful dresses that cost more than a month’s worth of groceries. Now? All you had to do was swipe on the trusty old credit card your beloved husband gifted you the first three months into the relationship two years ago. No more snobbish friends or bills to worry about. Time certainly flies fast, especially with Sano Manjiro as your lover.

To spoil his pretty baby was almost second to breathing for him. There’s nothing he can’t do.

Seemed like it was only yesterday when he freed you from a mountain of debts, whisking you away from those icky men who were illegally selling bunny hybrids in the underground city of Tokyo. It was a pity on their part when they decided to mess with the leader of Bonten in the matters of trade and scamming them, but certainly a win for you. Yet, marrying Sano Manjiro wasn’t part of your plans after being set free that involved a quiet life in the countryside after escaping such a stressful situation. Nor did you ever stop and think that maybe this was indeed fate working to reward you for going through tough times.

At the end of it all, you’re more than content with your husband and how he takes care of you.

Other than just a place to spend your free time whenever Manjiro was busy with Bonten, Ginza was the perfect place to just hang out. But unlike any other day, the number of people has significantly increased due to the new shop that opened days ago. Making a mental note not to go through the crowded areas, you almost skipped your way to the first store you wanted to check out. Perked up bunny ears slightly swaying as you went with the shopping bags on your arms that you’ve accumulated from thirty minutes spent going around. Sashaying your way into the Dior store, you politely smiled at the woman. Instantly recognizing you from the countless times you’ve visited, she was quick to assist you with a warm smile.

“Good day. What would it be today, Mrs. Sano?”

“I’ve seen pictures of a new set of leather collars that came in just this week.” Fishing out your phone from your purse, you then started to search for the screenshot you took before holding it up to the woman to see. Specifically pointing at the pink one that had a golden heart as a centerpiece. “Wanna surprise my husband since he likes these. I think it suits me, too. Don’tcha think so? Do you have it in stock?”

“Alright. Let me go and check, okay? In the meantime, feel free to sit down or have a look around.”

Left all by yourself again, you exhaled lightly and began to walk around the shop after setting down your shopping bags on one of the black cushioned seats. Eyes searching for something that might catch your attention as you waited for the sales associate to return. Eyeing a clutch, your gaze traveled from it to the streets outside where a mother and child were passing by. Huge cotton candy in the shape of a familiar cartoon character in the child’s hand, a smile on his face brighter than any of the ladies inside the same establishment as you. Contagious it was, as a smile of your own graced your features at them having a good time. Line of sight falling to the golden band on your ring finger, it slightly faltered then morphed into a pout.

Oh, Manjiro…

Quite dangerous it was for your husband to walk around in broad daylight and accompany you out. Not only were the police after his head, but numerous rivaling gangs wanted to jump on the leader of the most notorious criminal organization in Japan to make a name for themselves. Plus, he strongly implements that you and he should never be seen together in the public eye. And while there were times he brought you to restaurants, it was usually those who had connections with Bonten or you both went so close to midnight where regular citizens have gone home. Manjiro was always careful, calculating in every move in order to keep you safe. Trips to Ginza or other places wouldn’t be possible at all if he wasn’t. But as much as you were thankful, the forlorn feeling never stops seeping into your heart whenever you see couples out doing romantic stuff without care.

Would it be so selfish if you wished for the same thing even after being handed almost everything?

Whether it was the AC blowing directly on you or how the store was cold, you shivered and hugged yourself. Why the fuck is it so cold all of a sudden? You cursed at yourself for forgetting to bring one of your coats in case these things happen. Nevertheless, you quickly beamed at the sales associate now walking up to you with a grin on her face. Finally, once this is over, you could go out and seek the warmth of the sun.

“Mrs. Sano, the collar you wanted is available. Would you like to try it on first?”

Before you could even respond, another chill ran down your spine, prompting you to rub your hands together. What was even more frustrating was how your body temperature was slowly rising, a thick warm sensation blooming from your abdomen. This didn’t go unnoticed by the woman, who quickly tried to reach out and ask about your well-being. Your reaction was instant, stepping back to evade her touch in fear of aggravating the condition that has dawned upon you. Warm flesh, the pounding beat of your heart that is bound to get worse, and the slick dampening your aching pussy folds that would soon be embarrassingly obvious to anyone every time your thighs rubbed against each other. Not to mention, your ears flopping down at the realization, the skin gradually heating up.

Fuck! How could you forget about your heat?! How could you let such an important thing slip past your mind?

“M-Mrs. Sano? Are you okay?”

“Huh? U-uh, yeah!” A weak smile on your face, you then gestured at her to wrap the item. “I’ll take it, d-dear. That and another—what other color do you have? Red? Black? Well, w-whatever, just give me that and another one—doesn’t matter what, just please hurry up?” Seeing her nod and rush away after handing your credit card to her, you sighed. This wasn’t how you pictured your little shopping spree to go… How could you even forget about your upcoming heat?

Well, the telltale signs were already there… From the mood swings and the cravings.

A men’s cologne being tested was happening nearby, notes of what seemed to be spicy bergamot wafting towards you. Your hand shot up to cover your nose immediately at the enticing scent. Averting your gaze from where the sales associate disappeared, you weakly turned to the other way only to catch a familiar shade of hair paired with a different face. Heart banging on your ribcage at the images of your husband sprouting like daisies through concrete, you wished the traitorous mind filling your sight of him would halt in its silliness and leave you be. Wishful thinking never does anything and everywhere you turn, all you see are mimicking faces of Sano Manjiro that merely fueled your desire to have his cock inside your aching heat—now.

“Here you go, Mrs. S—”

“Thank you, bye!” Snatching the paper bag and the card, you mentally took note to apologize to her next time before taking off. Every step you took was like stepping in shards of glass. You did your best to avoid bumping into people as you left looking like you stole something from the looks you are receiving. Eyes darting to the cars parked, you squinted while trying to calm your hammering heart and the heat that gradually enveloped your body to a point everything was a big blur. Colors swirling into a heap almost diluted. To kiss the pavement would have been possible until your chauffeur took a hold of you, scanning your sweaty face and dazed expression. It’s even a miracle you managed to reach the car without passing out or jumping someone. Although the latter would’ve been far-fetched. Clinging to the man, you groaned.

“M-Mikey, c-call him please!”

“Mikey?”

Bored. Tired. His feet screamed to go down the path headed straight to his motorcycle to take him home and see you. Mikey hated leaving the penthouse early, knowing you tend to be needy in the morning while he kisses you goodbye. But matters in the organization wouldn’t disappear overnight, especially when he’s needed. And today was no different, sitting at the head of the table, listening to Takeomi present the sales of the latest drug Bonten was selling. At the man’s call for his attention, the platinum-haired man was about to move his slightly chapped lips from staying utterly silent the whole time found his onyx irises falling to his vibrating cellphone on top of his desk. Brows furrowed as to why your chauffeur could be calling, he quickly picked it up and stood from his seat. The rest of Bonten instantly went quiet, prompting Takeomi to stand still and be ready to resume once Mikey was finished with his call.

Except he didn’t know it was connected to you.

“Speak.”

“It’s your wife, Sir. She needs to speak to you—”

“G-give me that,” your shaky voice cut through the chauffeur’s voice, worry spiking up Manjiro’s spine at how disgruntled you sounded. Keeping his wits together, he waited for you to voice out your thoughts when you practically moaned into the receiver, causing your husband’s eyes to widen a fracture. What were you up to now? “Manjiro…” You drawling his name so seductively had his pants tightening. Manjiro could only mentally curse at the effect you have on him. “I’m sorry if I disturbed you, baby—know how much you hate me callin’ if you’re busy but, fuck…”

“What’s wrong?”

“‘Jiro, my heat… it’s here. Please come home to me.”

Thirty to twenty minutes. That is the usual traveling time Mikey had gotten used to from the penthouse to Bonten’s headquarters every time his presence was needed. Yet, it merely took him five to reach the towering building and ride up the elevator to your shared home. Seconds to discard his shoes and pad to the master bedroom, trailing the clothes you wore now serving like breadcrumbs on the floor. And even before he could swing the door open to ask where you are, you flung it back and jumped him. Hot kisses stamped all over his face, lowering down to his sensitive neck where goosebumps littered while he held you in his arms to steady you. The tight squeeze of your legs around his waist almost bruising, the aching damp cunt of yours rubbing against his clothed bulge. In all his years of living a dangerous life, Mikey would’ve normally prevented anyone from surprising him after being numerously betrayed by those who seek to ruin him. How easily those principles he lived by crumble at the face of you whining for his cock to stuff you full of his cum, naked as the day you were born with your bunny ears twitching.

“‘Jiro… fuck, I need you.”

“Baby, calm down—”

His words were akin to white noise, lips still aching to kiss every inch of his skin and bury yourself underneath it until Manjiro’s scent would stay with you for days, for weeks—forever. Taking matters into your own hands, you unlatched yourself from him and pushed him down until his back hits the mattress. You looked at him from above despite lust clouding your thoughts. And all your husband could do was stare back at your hazed-up mind, swallowing a moan once you straddled him and started grinding down his leaking clothed cock.

“W-wanna ride you.” Groaning at the overwhelming scent of your lover, you figured your hands had a mind of their own and started stripping him down to match you. Your leaking cunt in full display to his dark eyes that never strayed from you. You were definitely out of it—sheathing his throbbing and oozing dick inside of your gummy walls at once, whining at the stretch and how warm it was. But Mikey begged to differ, hissing at the contact and the wet muscles clenching him tightly as you started to bounce fervently. His wife has lost all inhibition and mewled, fingers playing with your perked nipples that he wished to suck on while you rode his cock.

But he couldn’t. Not when you would furrow your brows whenever he made a move to dominate you or to pin you down on the mattress to fuck you himself. No, you wanted to take lead for once and just take. Slowing down to just feel his cock snug in your hot slick cunt, you moaned into the air.

“Missed you so much, baby… Miss this cock in me—mhm, fuck. Need you…” Biting on your lower lip that it almost broke through the skin and bled, your gaze befell onto your husband who could only stare at you in muted awe. He then nodded at your statement, sharing the same sentiments. His pale chest rose and fell at the sight of raw carnal desire unfolding in front of him. Because fuck, if he had to choose between you and Bonten, anyone can mess around with the latter and still lose. But when it comes to you, those fuckers better be prepared to pry his cold dead hands from you before he’ll ever let anything awful happen to his pretty bunny. “‘Jiro…”

“Take me, baby,” he breathed, hands holding onto your hips and waist, giving them a squeeze. “Take it all. I’m all yours.”

No one had to tell you twice, resuming on bouncing on the cock you oh so loved. Unashamed to take what was yours and screaming obscene words, knowing only Manjiro is the sole witness to it all. Holding your tits, you keened. Mouth whining at how you couldn’t go on anymore. He knew this was gonna happen, you giving up in the middle of it because you hated tiring yourself—hate doing all the work. His spoiled bunny. The encouragement of your husband came in grunts, goading you to keep going. To fuck his cock and cream around it until you could no longer keep your eyes open.

“Isn’t this what—shit, what you wanted? Take this fuckin’ cock of yours, baby. Let it breed this bunny cunt. Don’t stop now.”

Sobbing softly, you came undone at the implication. Your eyes rolled back and body quivered at how he spilled his creamy cum into you. Cunt squeezing him dry for the first time today, despite knowing full well your husband would rather shoot blanks by the end of it than stop until your heat was over. Your searing gummy walls painted exactly like his silver hair. You were close to collapsing on top of him when Manjiro held you steady. Your husband caught his breath, a tiny curl at the end of his lips was a telltale sign that this was far from over. He suddenly flipped you to have your back on the mattress. Your husband then immediately went down face to face with your pussy folds still oozing with his semen. Warm tongue darting out to lick on your clit, earning a whine from your parted mouth.

“My turn.”

[thydungeongal]

I was going to ask you your opinion about the 4e combat balance overhaul, but when I went to double check the details I couldn't find anything. Did I just dream that up?

I think what you may be referring to is the change to monster math implemented in Monster Manual 3 that was used as the benchmark from then on. It's a commonly acknowledged issue among even the biggest fans of D&D 4e that the math of the first MM and MM2 is a bit wonky. Like, not "makes the game unplayable" wonky, but "monsters are a bit spongy and don't deal that much damage, so combat can drag" wonky, something that gets exasperated at higher levels.

So, like, especially when playing at Heroic tier (levels 1-10) the math feels pretty good, but the general consensus is that the updated MM3 math makes the game sing. Also, if you Google for "Monster Manuals 3 on a business card" you can find a breakdown of how the numbers should look like on a monster at any given level.

There are also some other "community fixes," like giving each character one of the feats that increases to-hit bonuses by +1 per tier, which also smooths out some of the bumps in the math. Honestly, I would be a very happy guy if someone made a 4e-clone that applied all the lessons learned from 4e's entire development cycle, as well as all the cool designs that emerged from it, and basically just copied 4e's homework with regards to the MM3 monster math.

[tobiasdrake]

Back into the Underworld, the worst place on Mesa Island. Then we have unfinished business with the Demon King.

Hahaha, I know, right!? Prophet's poker face would be amazing if he didn't keep whispering to himself about his cards at a volume that can be heard from space.

Anyways, I should probably get out there. No more putting this off. As much as I desperately want to. You probably don't know this but I had a bad experience down there and....

...actually, you probably do. You're the one who sends Quarble to me every time, after all. We've been in this together from the start, in a way I never really understood before.

I'm sorry I got offended when you wanted to wear a cool hat too.

Anyway... I guess we should get to work. Partner.

So this is what the Underworld of 500 years ago looks like. Mostly the same.

I suppose that makes sense. This place seems the least likely to change out of anywhere. Oh, shit, and Burning Tirade is probably still around.

Huh. Well, that was relatively straightforward. Jump jump get stabbed Musical Note.

That kind of implies that this manifested essence of crystallized physics is the only thing holding back the Underworld from spreading across Mesa Island.

Are we sure it's okay for me to just. Like. Take it? I'm just saying, if the Underworld starts growing out of control, I'm giving all-a y'all an I Told You So.

You guys built a suspension bridge!? I was just expecting, like, a bunch of planks across rope.

This is incredible. Great work!

In any case, onward to the Forlorn Temple. This is, allegedly, where the Demon King lives. I imagine we won't be able to break the curse without--

FUCK YES ROCKET SILO WOOHOO

This is exactly the kind of funhouse shit I'd fill my evil palace with!

--jamming a kunai in the eyes of each of those four grotesque heads of his. Without a question, we're here to kill the fucker responsible for this cycle.

I have a good feeling about this. Demon King summoned Bugle Thyroid to keep an eye on me when it was my turn at bat. But after I killed him, he didn't come back for Soldier's turn. This implies that stabbing a fucker between his goddamn eyes does have a lasting impact on the cycles.

The way I see it, if we cut off the invasion's quadri-heads, it might not even matter anymore that we're trapped in a time loop.

Probably won't be that simple. Time bullshit never is. But there's no downside to decapitating a warmongering bastard so it's worth a go all the same.

...uh....

I think a king died here. Sucks to be him, I guess.

I am hyped and ready to go. Ready as I'll ever be, in fact.

I've always relied on your advice, Shopkeep. You got anything for me with this one?

Helpful. Thanks.

I suppose that makes sense. We all know what he is and it's not like anyone's ever beaten one of him before. So.

I guess we're going to wing it.

Is this all you do? Sit here and wait for the promised day when you get to go out and harass the last vestiges of civilization?

And I do mean harass. The cycle requires you to fail at exterminating us so we can grow a new society and spawn a new Messenger when you hit that one. We even prop it up in the same place every time so it's not like it's hard to find.

Is this all your immortal existence amounts to? Sit sit sit sit fireball sit sit sit sit sit? You look so bored. Do you not have card games or something you can play with your demon minions?

Seeing you here, I... almost feel bad for you. Please understand that I mean this in the meanest way possible - like, full-throated hate here - but you need to get a fucking life. Besides the four brambleboned dipshits that had their skulls hot-glued to a flesh horror, I mean.

Oh, yeah, no. He's not coming. You'd be surprised how easy it is to perforate someone's internal organs when they're eagerly throwing themselves on your sword.

I know you guys were, like, designated besties from the moment of your demonic rebirth in whatever fucked-up lab Aephorul used to transform you. But he's done. Wasted him like bread crust. You want to fight about it?

Buddy, I've got enough Time Shards to buy way more insolence than this. You want to start running a tab?

This can't be all you've got. The Dweller of Strife was the most powerful Dweller ever to exist. It took a legion of Solstice Warriors during the Eclipse to bring it down.

Did you chucklefucks actually make it weaker when you were bonded to it? This poor bloated mass of flesh is so pitiful now, it can't even do anything more than vomit fireballs and hope no one notices how pathetic it is.

I thought it was just Bowling Tapir having that problem. But no. This is a huge downgrade too. Everything Aephorul tries to improve gets fucked up beyond recognition.

It's a good thing you can fly away to safety whenever Messengers show up to the cyclical battle. Otherwise, we would have slaughtered you long ago.

Lining up the shot. I've got eyes on target and I'm coming in hot. Locking on and here... we... GOOOOOOO!

AAAAAAND Straight up the asshole! I can't believe this is all you've got. I spent my whole mission afraid of you.

It's done, Luana. This went in a completely different direction than I was anticipating. It's been a very weird day. But your unfinished business is complete; I have sodomized the Dweller of Strife.

I don't know if you'd be proud of me; You're kind of a shithead. But I'm proud of me. And that's what matter-- Wait, what's it doing? That doesn't look like dying in agony.

Oh cool, new form. Yeah, that looks way more Dweller of Strife-y than the previous. I think I killed the Acolytes so now it's free from their crippling handicap.

...wait. Shit. That's bad for me.

It looks angry. Hey, are you mad? You look mad.

OH FUCK LASERS

I THINK IT'S MAD

NO NO NO NO NO GO AWAY PLEASE I AM TRYING TO WET MYSELF AND RUN FROM YOU

I think it actually got angrier when I jumped on a rocket! Why!? WHY ARE YOU SO MAD ABOUT ROCKETS!? LUANA I THINK I MADE MISTAKE--

Oh, look. The ceiling. ...OH FUCK THE CEILING

ABORT ABORT ABORT ABORT ABORT ABORT ABORT Hi Strifey how was your day ABORT ABORT ABORT ABORT

Oh wow. So that's what the unyielding fury of eclipse magic burning like a thousand moons looks like. I've always wondered. No matter how many times you read about it, you're never prepared to see it in person.

Don't you agree, Strife?

Yeah, you agree. If I had to guess, I'd say your mistake was chasing me.

Guess this W belongs to you guys, Luana and Solen. But I'm proud to have done my part.

In the butt.

Look at it. Can't wait to show this to Shopkeeper. She's been watching me so she's probably already facepalming as we speak. This is a story I'm going to be weirding people out with at parties for the rest of my life.

Holy shit, are you the Fleshmancer? Wow. What a privilege to meet you! Is it true you once got your ass kicked by an irate cook wielding a frying pan?

In any case, I disagree. Gonna be pretty hard for you to keep burning down our village without your glorified matchbook here. Meanwhile, I've got all the time in the world.

See you around.

Assclown.

[sawsomethings]

Baldur's Gate 3 Showed Me Gamers Suck

It seemingly started with an admittedly quite sensitive and prepared opinion by writer and game designer Xalavier Nelson Jr., coming out with a lengthy, but well-intentioned warning towards the general gaming public upon the release of the massively successful Baldur’s Gate 3. 

In the thread, Nelson argues that the development of Baldur’s Gate 3 is an exception to standard game development. The project was a six year long passion project, heralded as a return to the increasingly popular Dungeons and Dragons IP in the video game medium, and on a massive scale never seen before. He offers a variety of other very sound reasons for why BG3 should be appreciated, but considered carefully when compared against the work of other studios, both large and small. That seems fine. Nelson isn’t attacking anybody in particular, lambasting Larian, or any other developers, only pointing out the game for what it is–a special circumstance. 

But the internet, particularly in its sweatiest, Dorito-munching, Discord-lurking corners, has shot back against this professional opinion with offense and anger. Games journalists, content creators, and social media have blown up with counter criticism, demanding that the game be respected for its triumphs, and taken as a lesson to larger AAA companies who have sullied their reputations with years of in-game microtransactions, live-service models, day one DLC, and countless other efforts to pinch just a few more pennies out of the consumer. A cursory Youtube search will lead one down a rabbit hole of countless clickbait titles praising Larian only as an excuse to voice frustrations for the AAA industry’s current state. 

At first glance, that’s entirely understandable. It seems more often than not that massive AAA projects, even the seemingly singleplayer types that should come as a singular purchase, are always begging the consumer for just a bit more. To the industry’s credit, it’s weathered its signature 60$ price point for a new video game for decades at this point, maintaining its price point despite the natural rise of inflation, though that absence is paid for using those previously mentioned business tactics. So what’s there to disagree with? I mean, Baldur’s Gate 3 is a very, very good game, and I speak from personal experience, having clocked in about thirty hours of this chunky 150+ hour, miraculous adventure, and it hasn’t asked me for my credit card once. Its quality, polish, and passion shine through every detail, and I have nothing but praise for Larian and their staff. But that gives people no reason to lambast developers, even for AAA companies. Most forms of media, most especially video games, are servants to capital, and like most businesses, will seek the path to the highest profit, rather than whatever their internal teams might be personally passionate about. They will harass, demand overtime, restructure, fire, and of course, crunch to meet and surpass consumer expectations, with no care for a developer’s health or personal opinion. So when a release like BG3 surprises and stuns the gaming world, and the chatter around the release is how it “sets a new standard”, it doesn’t magically improve the working conditions or raw ability of the developers, especially when they’re working on entirely different games that demand an entirely different form of development cycle. Instead, that praise tends to shift the opinions of a company’s business, like a shark quickly catching the scent of blood in the water. All of these high expectations will inevitably lead to even more of an unhealthy environment for developers to work under. It’s fine to want better things–video games have doubtlessly evolved more than any other medium within the past few decades. It’s fine to even expect good things when they’re promised. What’s not okay is to expect that with nothing in return. I haven’t heard of anybody suggesting a new defined 70$ to ease microtransactions, or longer development cycles to handle constant crunch, just a firm belief that Larian’s quality should be replicated. 

I’m sure to anybody who’s voiced the opposite of what I’m saying, that those desires are inherent, and needn’t even be said (particularly about crunch). Perhaps they’re upset at a particular developer’s tweet or opinion, or a company for its constant controversy (here’s looking at you, Blizzard), but that singular developer, or even developers in multitudes, don’t really have a way to change things internally. Those complaints should be directed to, again, the company’s leadership. But even then, if the true issues of crunch and monetization won’t be mentioned, nothing will change for the better. 

So yes: Gamers, please be better. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with celebrating quality, because I sure am, but if this is the game that makes people question why games can’t be better, try to understand what’s really holding them back.

[stevensaus]

Stages Of Grief At The Brink Of The Apocalypse

All the content warnings for climate change, nihilism, and existential dread. All of them. This is a unique time for humanity. It is not the apocalyptic sentiment. There are literally dozens of predicted apocalypses in the various Christian traditions alone, and there's recorded warnings of the ending of the world going back to 2800 BCE. What is unique is that for the first time in human history, there's a damn good chance that they're correct. The effects of climate change are larger and worse than expected, happening faster than expected, and in ways that we didn't expect. After several years in Maslow's basement, the entirety of our species finds itself finally unable to ignore the real state of the world. Unable to ignore the onrushing realization of our own mortality. The change in climate -- and weather -- has become large enough that it is inescapably obvious. Suicide rates keep climbing among youth, and it's not difficult to imagine why. Their future has already been destroyed to feed other's greed. Equally obvious are those who have deliberately and intentionally traded human lives and health -- your life and health, your children's life and health -- just so they could get a few more millions, even though they've known the effects of climate change and pollution for decades. They are not nameless, faceless business executives or politicians.

We know who they are. We know, for example, that Shell's Wael Sawan, who, according to Bloomberg {1} "quietly ended the world’s biggest corporate plan to develop carbon offsets, the environmental projects designed to counteract the warming effects of CO2 emissions" in June 2023, just before it was ranked the hottest month on record... before being dethroned only a month later by July's temperatures. Or we could look at Manchin's long history of fighting anything resembling dealing with the climate crisis. There are plenty of examples, stretching back years. These are not nameless and faceless people who chose to enrich themselves at the cost of human lives. They are actual people, who have made actual decisions. Decisions that will bring harm to you, your children. To literally everyone you care about. Finding their names and faces is trivial. It's easy to find the lists of those on the board of directors and executive committees for, say, Shell (1, 2), Exxon (1, 2), BP (1, 2), and Chevron (1, 2). It's easy to find the politicians that have been corrupted and subverted. For example, you can see the top 20 Congressional recipients of oil & gas money during the 2022 election cycle in one nice list. There are charts of lobbying spending of oil & gas companies in the United States during election cycles from 1990 to 2022, by receiving political party. Feature articles lay out which House members, for example, got the most cash from the fossil fuel industry. And we know that fossil fuel companies -- and their individual executives -- were aware of climate change, its effects, and their role in it decades ago. We know that they've actively worked to subvert, delay, and derail work to slow or stop climate change. We know who they have bought off in both state and national capitols. We know their names. We know their faces. We know exactly who has -- and who continues to -- murder thousands of people simply to fatten their wallets. We know exactly who is responsible for every death caused by climate change. They're proud of it. Remember this. The people you're trying to step on, we're everyone you depend on. We're the people who do your laundry and cook your food and serve your dinner. We make your bed. We guard you while you're asleep. We drive the ambulances. We direct your call. We are cooks and taxi drivers and we know everything about you. We process your insurance claims and credit card charges. We control every part of your life. {2} We are the final children of history, raised to believe that we will have a future. But we won't. And we're just learning that fact. Anger is a stage of grief. {1} Full text at https://pastebin.com/raw/sKdGDaY0 {2} From Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk. Yes, I'm aware of the problematic elements of the work. You're missing the point. Featured Image by Marcin from Pixabay Read the full article

[inventors-fair]

Extra Turns: Runners-Up ~

Our runners-up this week are @hiygamer, @nine-effing-hells and @spooky-bard!

@hiygamer​ — Raging Maelstrom

Would mono-red players like this? For sure. Would they play it? Not my business. I think the Izzet Phoenix-like body does it good! It’s strong enough to be repeatable in the right shell and I’m sure there would be ways to cheese it out—like, an enchantment that pinged everyone at upkeep or something. I like how it’s specifically damage. Life loss getting half-phased-out shows where Magic is going, making these kinds of effects more, well, effective. Not bad overall.

I don’t think we need to worry about flavor on this one. It’s not the strongest contender for emotional impact in the world, but it doesn’t want to be and it doesn’t have to be. It’s a storm and it smacks things! No further questions. Big, fast, and a decent enough card to make work in constructed; I don’t think it would see much draft play unless someone’s doing a lot of work to make burn happen.

NOTES: Trample comes before haste in almost every instance, including Ball Lightning, of which this card has direct lineage. C’mon!

~

@nine-effing-hells​ — Chimera of Brief Insights

Well this is a weird little rapscallion, innit. I’m uncertain if a three-color Theros set will coem to fruition, and then I remember that Neon Dynasty had a cycle of three-color legends in an ostensibly two-color archetypical format, and I scratch my head, and then I sigh because I miss drafting Kamigawa and getting my rear end handed to me. Anyway, this card. It’s good! It’s really good, actually, if you can land it. For four mana, you’re not getting the absolute most for your body, but you’re getting good enough card advantage to probably make it work. Great idea making it optional, allowing you to get into a position of hand-dumping when you need it rather than when it’s a mistake.

I would have loved to see some art direction, but I can imagine the sun-dappled beast leaping across the polis, sowing inspiration and chaos in equal measure, and that’s really cool. The image of a chimera on Theros with the three abilities of  “I’m coming for you!” “I’m gonna run you over,” and “it’s hard to stop an errant thought” is interesting. You could have benefitted from flavor text as well. ‘As fast as lightning and twice as bright.’ That’s a first draft, but you get the picture.

~

@spooky-bard​ — Safehold Warmaster

I want this card to be hybrid, and I want it to be without flavor text. Yeah, I’m serious. The rest of this card’s really damn good! The timing especially is the kind of weirdness that I liked; I’m noticing that you were one of the few cards that referenced opponents’ turns as triggers, and that’s a good way to prepare for the turn, which feels like it’s got that specific flavor aspect of its own. I appreciate that. Shadowmoor elves are... Well, I don’t have the time to research them, but they’re really cool, and I like the darkly non-humorous juxtaposition you got here.

Getting the creatures back and then throwing counters on them is pretty awesome, and the fact that it can’t buff itself is probably for the best. I like the higher toughness over power to keep it out of range of your opponents 1-3 drop creatures and burn spells, probably. The fact that it might be at the top of your curve and can recur the aggro cards with an additional mana use is well-designed. Good show.

Commentary as soon as I get back. Be well, folks. `- @abelzumi​

[sweeperrimwheel]

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[paved-un-paved]

Shooting Sports: What's in The Bag?

(This article is re-posted from 2021. Gear update coming soon.)

(Photo by Hernan Bernal)

I've been making pictures for over two decades now, and I still work on improving my photography every day - and improving the gear I use. I have found sports to be the most demanding field I've ever worked in, it being tougher - and ultimately, more satisfying - than even chasing wildlife in the Florida Everglades.

Any good photographer will tell you that you can get great pictures with any decent camera, and when I started covering cycling races, I had just come back from a short photography hiatus with a new-to-me Nikon D80. It marked my return to DSLRs after having sold all my Canon gear some time before. The D80 got me hooked on Nikon, and I sold a bunch of good photos from it, but I kept on "trading up" until I got to the kit I use now. My biggest reasons for upgrading included faster autofocus, weather-sealing on the body and lenses, and a more usable ISO range.

So what do you see me shooting with now out at races? I am a hardcore minimalist, but I still use two camera bodies, one with a wide lens and one with a telephoto. The Nikon Z 6 has become my primary camera - a big surprise to me, considering how many people want to talk down its sports capabilities. I may think differently about it if I were shooting 150mph race cars or motorcycles, but it does extremely well when photographing cyclists whizzing past me at 30+ mph.

My Nikon 70-200/4 VR is almost always attached to the Z 6 via the clunky FTZ adapter. The 70-200 is a staple in almost every sports photographer's bag, and that's why I resisted it for so long - trying to be different, but I was going about it the wrong way. I now see why this incredibly versatile lens is so damn popular. I picked the f/4 over the f/2.8 because of weight. Endurance sports are the only sports I shoot, and they are almost always out in the open and in the daytime - so I don't really need that extra stop. And after running from one end of a criterium course to the other all day while carrying almost 30 pounds of gear, I realized I needed to lighten up the backpack. The secondary body is one that I had wanted even back when I was still shooting Canon, having been released in 2012: the Nikon (former) flagship body, the D4. Tough as hell, and it shoots 11 frames per second - rat-tat-tat-tat! Ergonomic even with its considerable heft, it looks and handles the business. Mated to a Nikon 16-35/4 and hanging from a Peak Design Slide strap, it's really not bad to carry around.

The 16-35 is the newest addition to the kit, having traded in my beloved Nikon 16mm fisheye and the utilitarian Nikon 24/2.8 lens I used for a while. I don't get the awesome distortion from the 16-35 that I did from the dedicated fisheye prime, but then the same distortion could easily become gimmicky at times. So the fisheye stayed in the bag more often than not. The 16-35 gives me that amazing wide-angle perspective I love, with a very useful zoom range.

Rounding out the lens selection, I held onto my Nikon 300/4 with a 1.4x teleconverter, for when I really need more reach. It's a cracker of a lens, but it has made less appearances at race courses since I have had the 70-200. What else is in the bag? Snacks, tons of batteries, a Think Tank Pee Wee Pixel Pocket Rocket case for all the memory cards, a Think Tank Hydrophobia rain cover for the unpredictable Sunshine State weather, a Nikon SB-900 flash, and a few other odds and ends. A rugged WD My Passport SSD hard drive serves as a backup and storage for second shooters. The pack itself is a Mindshift Gear (Think Tank again) MP-7 v2.0 backpack. It's pretty light and fits everything just right, laid out in a way that makes sense for an active outdoors photographer.

Finally, hanging defiantly from an exterior zipper is a French keychain of the lion mascot from longtime Tour de France sponsor Crédit Lyonnais, to remind me of determination and pushing past limits; just like I can always ride my bike faster, I can always make an even better picture.

[casspurrjoybell-26]

💖Sweet Revenge💖 - Chapter 17

*Warning Adult Content*

Aaron Keene

I wake up in a strange bed, in a strange room.

It takes me a moment to remember where I am and why.

I'm at Kate's and I'm here because my shop is a smoking pile of ashes.

'Faulty wiring. Old building. Too many appliances in a space not designed for industrial use.'

My God-damn coffee maker, apparently.

The only good news I'd had was the figure I'd received from the insurance company and for the hundredth time, I thank my Grandma for teaching me to always keep my records accurate and up-to-date.

I'd had more than the usual quantity of valuable product on hand and I could prove it.

I'd lost almost everything but at least I could start over.

I wasn't nearly ready to think about that, though... the grief was too fresh.

My shop hadn't been all that special, really... the building was small, old and ugly but it had been mine and it was my Grandma's legacy.

When she died, she'd left me everything and I'd used it all on that shop and now it's gone.

After a few more minutes of wallowing, I force myself to get up and dress.

Kate's apartment reflects her character.

It's full of bright colors and cute accents.

There's also evidence of her other passion... a massive computer, three monitors and a wall covered in video game art and design schematics.

She's almost done with a degree in computer engineering and already works freelance on Indy stuff.

She might act like a ditz but she's smarter than half this town put together.

My shop was more like a hobby for her and I don't blame her for not taking it seriously.

At the moment she's visiting her parents and insisted I stay at her place until I get things figured out.

I don't know exactly what I'm going to do about my business or about my living situation but I do know what to do about one thing.

Kate's kitchen is distressingly under-stocked.

From the contents of her fridge, I get the sense that the most complicated recipe she's followed in a long time consists of two steps... open package.... heat until done.

A trip to the store and a few hours later and I have what I need.

When everything is ready, I stare down at the small, blank card, trying to think of the right words.

Only one thing seems to fit.

I uncap my pen and in my best hand, I scrawl a simple note.

~♡~

The drive across town seems to take longer than usual.

Probably because I'm driving super slow.

The charred remains of my shop is not a sight I'm eager to see.

I park across the street and keep my eyes averted from the ruins as I make my away around the back of 'Ardent Cycles' and knock on Blake's door.

It takes him a few minutes to answer and when he does I see he's still on crutches.

His physical therapist was pissed he'd put so much strain on his leg and told him he'd set himself back on his recovery by at least six months.

He said he didn't care... that he'd do it again and more, if he had to and I believed him but it's clear that he hates the setback.

Worse, he told me his investors pulled out of funding his business.

His shop's been closed since the fire and unless he can find other partners, it probably won't re-open.

It seems we've hit rock bottom at the same time but... if he's willing... maybe we can help each other up.

He opens the door and stares.

I haven't seen him since the day after the fire, when we were both too busy with emergency doctor's visits and fire inspectors to really talk the way we needed to.

He looks a little rough around the edges.

There's a day's growth of stubble darkening his jaw and he's dressed in an old t-shirt and a pair of gray sweats.

"Hi," I say, fidgeting on his doorstep.

"Uh, hi," he answers.

His eyes slide over me with a hungry look and he swallows, Adam's apple jumping in his throat.

"Can I come in?"

"Oh... sure. Yeah, come on in."

He holds the door open and steps back.

Inside, I see boxes on the floor and the walls are bare.

"Are you... moving?" I ask.

He looks away.

"Yeah. I asked the owner to cancel my lease. I won't be able to make the rent on time."

"I'm sorry."

He shrugs.

"There are some affordable spaces in Fenton. I might move there."

Something squirms in my gut and I frown.

"You don't want to stay in Ashville?"

"Of course I do," he replies, running his hand through his hair, making it stand on end.

"But that dream ended when my investors changed their damn minds."

"What if you could start a new one? A new dream?" I ask.

He looks up and his green-and-gold eyes are bright.

"Honestly, Aaron, I don't know if I have what it takes anymore," he says quietly. I swallow and hold his gaze.

"What if you didn't have to dream alone? What if you... had someone to dream with?"

I take what I've been hiding behind my back and hold it out to him.

My heart's pounding and my hand shakes.

He looks at what I offer and his eyes widen.

He takes it and for a moment he's perfectly still.

Then, he drops it on the floor.

[skiltravel]

Learn Business Travel Hacks For Your Next Business Trip

Travelling for business can be thrilling and difficult at the same time, but it's necessary for professional development. Getting around airports, adjusting to different time zones, and maintaining productivity when travelling all require a planned strategy. This article provides you with a carefully compiled collection of business travel tips and tricks that will make your next trip more organised and productive.

Strategic Planning

1. Capsule Wardrobe: Put together a mix-and-match capsule wardrobe consisting of adaptable pieces. This reduces the need for bulky luggage, which speeds up the packing and unpacking process.

2. Tech Essentials: Bring the required cords, an international power adaptor, and a portable charger. To ensure uninterrupted work while on the go, make sure your gadgets are charged before leaving.

Time Zone Adjustment

3. Preparation: A few days prior to departure, modify your sleep schedule to match the time zone of your destination. To help with acclimatisation, stay hydrated throughout the travel and schedule your exposure to natural light carefully when you arrive.

Efficient Meetings

4. Virtual Meetings: To cut down on frequent travel, use video conferencing technologies for meetings that aren't absolutely necessary. Without being physically there, platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams enable productive conversation. 5. Agenda Planning: To increase productivity, carefully prepare the agendas for meetings. Establish designated periods for talks, demonstrations, and intermissions to guarantee a smoothly run meeting.

Accommodation Hacks

6. Central Location: Choose lodging that is conveniently close to important business locations. By doing this, travel time is reduced and accessibility to crucial meetings is improved. 7. Loyalty Programmes: Join loyalty programmes for hotels and airlines to earn points for future business travel. Benefits from these programmes frequently include priority boarding and hotel upgrades.

Expense Management

8. Digital Receipts: Utilise applications that let you store receipts digitally. This reduces the possibility of misplacing paper receipts and expedites the expenditure reporting procedure. 9. Corporate Travel Card: Get a business travel card to help you keep track of your spending. This makes reconciliation easier and gives a clear picture of the money spent on business expenses.

Health and Wellness

10. Stay Active: Whether it's a quick walk or a hotel gym session, make physical activity a part of your daily regimen. This lessens the tendency for business travel to be sedentary. 11. Eating Healthily: Make wholesome meals a priority and drink plenty of water. Steer clear of excessive alcohol and caffeine use as they can interfere with sleep cycles.

Sensitivity to Culture 

12. Research Practices: Learn about the customs and cultural norms of the place you are visiting. This shows deference and improves your capacity to handle business dealings with ease.

Safety Procedures

13. Secure Connections: Give priority to secure Wi-Fi connections, particularly when gaining access to confidential company data. For more security, think about utilising a Virtual Private Network (VPN). 14. Digital Security: To protect yourself from online attacks, install security software on your devices and set up two-factor authentication for your accounts.

SKIL Corporate Travel - Your Ultimate Corporate Travel Solution

SKIL Corporate Travel is a leader when it comes to effective corporate travel management. Being a top corporate travel management company, SKIL arranges smooth business travel by fusing industry knowledge with a customer-focused philosophy. They stand out for their dedication to accuracy, economy, and individualised service.

With SKIL Corporate Travel, you are making your way to experience some amazing benefits. 

1. Tailored Solutions: SKIL is aware that every company has different needs when it comes to travel. Their staff creates customised solutions that complement your business goals, guaranteeing a successful and individualised travel encounter. 2. Cost Optimisation: SKIL Corporate Travel applies strategic cost optimisation strategies, offering organisations transparent and cost-effective travel solutions. From negotiated prices to effective scheduling, they put your bottom line first. 3. Global Network: SKIL guarantees the seamless execution of your business travels, both domestic and international, thanks to its extensive global network of partners and acute grasp of the nuances of foreign travel. 4. 24/7 help: SKIL provides round-the-clock help since it understands that business travel can be unpredictable. Their hardworking staff is always willing to help and makes sure that any unforeseen issues are taken care of right away. 5. Technology Integration: To improve the traveller experience, SKIL makes use of state-of-the-art technology. Their tech-savvy strategy, which includes real-time information and faster booking processes, is in step with the evolving needs of contemporary enterprises. In conclusion, strategic planning, tech-savvy methods, and cooperation with a seasoned corporate travel management organisation are all essential to mastering the art of business travel. SKIL Corporate Travel is the pinnacle of excellence in this field, offering companies the know-how and resources they need to improve their travel encounters and create smooth trips that complement their organisational objectives.

Source URL: https://www.skiltravel.com/blog/learn-business-travel-hacks-for-your-next-business-trip

[gurgaoncityfloors]

A SUMPTUOUS PROJECT IN GURGAON

INTRODUCTION

To all the millennials out there, Gurgaon is the ideal choice to invest in a sumptuous ambiance. Gurgaon has flourished as the second latest IT hub along with being the third-largest financial and banking sector of India. 

To witness the maximum potential concerning advancement in the realty sector, infrastructural, richness, and facilities. All of these have been created with common features as the very foundation of these aspects, i.e. Creativity and Innovation. 

As a result of a splendid level of inventions, millions of investors at the global level have been lured towards this city for the purpose of investment. As we move forward, I will reveal some very intriguing features of one such excellent locality Gurgaon. 

WHERE TO INVEST?

Southern Peripheral Road is an amazing area of Gurgaon where residents can live a rich and serene life, altogether. This is a very strategic destination that is consistently witnessing the unique type of advancements. 

Due to this, the demand for properties that are being launched has observed an upsurge in its prices, eventually resulting in yielding a substantial amount of profits. 

If I talk particularly about a brand new residential property, I would like to state some interesting benefits of investing in DLF Privana West. 

LET US DIG IN !!

1. DLF Privana West is an upcoming launch in the residential development of Gurgaon. As stated by the name of this project, it is being developed by DLF. Now, if you want to make this project your permanent address, you can be assured of being a significant part of rich amenities and services. 

2. This supreme invention of DLF will be developed on sector-76 and 77, Gurgaon which is a prominent locality of Southern Peripheral Road. This excellent residential property is being developed on 28 acres of site area, constituting 4 sky-high towers and 1113 residential units. 

3. As far as the specifications of accommodations are concerned, residents will be granted an exclusive opportunity to select units from an amazing range of 4 BHK units and 5 BHK Penthouses. Each home will be curated with beautiful interiors, ultra-modern designs, cutting-edge technology, and state-of-the-art amenities. 

4. Amenities that will be offered to you in this exclusive residential property is pure embodiment of richness and opulence. I have mentioned some exclusive facilities and services out if a long list of utilities offered here. 

Swimming Pool

Fitness Centre

Green Pods

Playground

Gardens

Sports Court

Badminton Court

Cycling & Jogging Track

Walking Pathway

Clubhouse

Live Kitchen

Cards Room

Indoor Games

Multi-Party Lawn

Banquet Hall

Green Areas

Co-Working Spaces

Meeting Rooms

Business Lounge 

The list of ultra-rich amenities is an extensive one in DLF Privana West!! This will inculcate the true essence of aristocracy in your life. 

CONCLUSION

You can definitely invest in this location as it is one of the most righteous choices for you and your loved ones. Here, you will be able to enjoy exclusiveness at its best level. 

To reap maximum profits, DLF Privana West Gurgaon is an ideal choice for you and your loved ones. 

[esgagile]

Benefits of LEED Certification for Building Companies

We as an LEED Consultancy in Dubai, we now understand the precise meaning of LEED Certification. Almost all professionals in the construction industry are familiar with this ubiquitous acronym. LEED is a sustainability performance symbol that is well-recognized worldwide. It is available for all building project types, from new construction to interior fit-outs, and is not limited to using the green building rating system. LEED offers precise rules for creating high-quality structures at a reduced cost. The four LEED certification levels are Platinum, Silver, Gold, and Certified. The building project that wants to be certified LEED first must demonstrate that it complies with all requirements. The project must then acquire a set number of points to obtain a specific LEED level.

In our opinion as LEED Consultancy in UAE, Both the environment and building occupants are shown to be healthier in LEED-certified structures. The structures are economical and resource-efficient to improve the quality of life for people who enter. A certification gives a client or employer a marketable advantage. It offers a fresh job route even if you have yet to gain prior experience. Gaining certification enables you to reach a wider audience by being listed in the USGBC website's directory of LEED specialists. Additionally, you can follow your name on resumes, business cards, email signatures, and LinkedIn profiles with your LEED certifications. The people become eligible for promotions and pay increases. Employers can now take on projects when the owners require the involvement of a LEED specialist.

As an expert LEED Consultancy in Dubai, Obtaining LEED Certification enhances your credentials. Additionally, it incentivizes project teams to use building materials that reduce waste throughout the project life-cycle, fast renewable materials, and items with more excellent recycled content. Obtaining LEED certification offers a well-defined route for achieving environmental goals. A building constructed, remodeled, or upgraded by LEED criteria strongly indicates the company's environmental commitment. Globally, LEED certification fosters and advances a deeper comprehension of LEED. It encourages and helps bring about ecological transformation in design and construction. Obtaining a LEED certification in the built environment is thorough and challenging. Projects with LEED Platinum certification meet additional requirements for building certification norms and standards.

Being an LEED Consultancy in UAE, it is an expert system for sustainability and saves buyers money by improving building efficiency and enhancing the reputation of construction firms. LEED aims to reduce water waste and increase building efficiency to make the world greener. In conclusion, LEED is quickly taking hold in the building industry. Professionals with LEED certification will be in great demand due to their particular skills and abilities. Furthermore, the latest modifications made to the LEED system enhance its appeal and suitability for individuals with a strong interest in sustainability. Now that you know the many benefits of obtaining a LEED certification, you can decide whether now is the right moment for your company to do so.

[mcommercialcapitalgroup]

How to Get Loans for Healthcare Professionals: A Guide to Financial Solutions

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, professionals often find themselves in need of financial support to grow their practices, invest in advanced equipment, or navigate through unforeseen challenges. Securing loans tailored to the unique needs of healthcare professionals can be a crucial step in ensuring the success and sustainability of their practices. In this article, we will explore the various financial solutions available through platforms like M Commercial Capital Group, focusing on healthcare financing and merchant cash advances.

Healthcare Financing: Tailored Solutions for Medical Professionals

For healthcare professionals seeking financial assistance, M Commercial Capital Group offers specialized healthcare financing solutions. These loans are designed to address the specific needs and challenges faced by individuals in the healthcare industry. Whether you're a physician, dentist, or other healthcare practitioner, these loans can provide the necessary capital to expand your practice, invest in new technologies, or cover unexpected expenses.

One of the notable advantages of healthcare financing is the flexibility it offers. Borrowers can use the funds for a variety of purposes, including purchasing state-of-the-art medical equipment, renovating facilities, or even hiring additional staff. The application process is streamlined, and approval decisions are often made quickly, allowing healthcare professionals to access the funds they need promptly.

M Commercial Capital Group understands the unique financial landscape of healthcare, and their healthcare financing options reflect this understanding. The loans are structured to accommodate the cash flow challenges that may arise in the industry, providing repayment plans that align with the revenue cycles of healthcare practices.

Merchant Cash Advance: A Flexible Funding Option

In addition to healthcare financing, M Commercial Capital Group also offers merchant cash advances – an alternative funding option that can be particularly beneficial for healthcare professionals. Merchant cash advances provide a lump sum of capital in exchange for a percentage of daily credit card sales. This repayment structure is advantageous for businesses with fluctuating revenue, such as healthcare practices.

Healthcare professionals can use merchant cash advances to cover immediate expenses, such as payroll, inventory, or unexpected bills. The application process is straightforward, and approval is often based on the business's credit card sales history rather than traditional credit scores. This makes merchant cash advances accessible to healthcare professionals who may not qualify for traditional loans.

The Application Process: Quick and Convenient

Applying for loans for healthcare professionals through M Commercial Capital Group is a straightforward process. The online platform allows healthcare practitioners to submit their applications efficiently. The approval process is designed to be quick, providing access to funds when they are needed most.

Whether you opt for healthcare financing or a merchant cash advance, M Commercial Capital Group aims to be a reliable partner in supporting the financial well-being of healthcare professionals. By offering flexible terms, competitive rates, and a commitment to understanding the unique challenges of the healthcare industry, they stand out as a valuable resource for those seeking financial solutions tailored to their specific needs.

In conclusion, healthcare professionals can confidently explore the financial solutions provided by M Commercial Capital Group. With healthcare financing and merchant cash advances, these professionals can secure the capital needed to thrive in a dynamic and demanding industry. Whether you're a physician looking to upgrade your equipment or a dentist facing unexpected expenses, M Commercial Capital Group offers the financial support necessary for the continued success of your healthcare practice.

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