#efficient CPU

[number1villainstan]

[Video description: Revolutionary Girl Utena clips edited over the audio from the "you wouldn't like me before my coffee" vine. Touga tips his head back and says "You wouldn't like me before my coffee" in an insufferable tone, and Wakaba replies with "That's so weird because I fucking hate you. All the--every--all the time. Every day." End video description.]

little meme edit I made on a whim

[daemonhxckergrrl]

watching anyone do modern things on old hardware and like yes sometimes that hardware is slow bc it was a bad product even at the time, but damn you're just showing how shit modern software is. like not being funny but i should be able to load the videos website on a single core cpu and i should be able to watch 480p, maybe even 720p flawless w/ some graphics acceleration. heck even 1080p if the OS is light enough

[03349656115]

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[techdriveplay]

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[pulsaris]

Apple M4

A Apple anunciou nesta semana passada o lançamento do novo processador Apple M4. O M4 é produzido através de um processo de fabrico de 3 nanómetros (de segunda geração) e possui um nível de eficiência sem precedentes. Aliado a uma capacidade de processamento avançada, o novo processador equipa os novos iPad Pro e oferece novas possibilidades de utilização com as capacidades de Machine Learning, Ray-Tracing, aceleração do codec AV1 por hardware, de entre muitas outras capacidades.

Saiba tudo no comunicado oficial da Apple localizado em: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/05/apple-introduces-m4-chip/

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[phonemantra-blog]

The Power: A Comprehensive Comparison of M1 Max and M2 Pro In the ever-evolving tech industry, choosing the right processor is crucial for maximizing performance and productivity. Apple's M1 Max and M2 Pro chips have gained significant attention due to their advanced capabilities. This comprehensive comparison aims to help users understand the key differences between the M1 Max and M2 Pro and make an informed decision. By applying the MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive) framework, we will analyze various aspects of these chips, including performance, graphics, battery life, and thermal efficiency. [caption id="attachment_61626" align="aligncenter" width="506"] m1 max vs m2 pro[/caption] Understanding the M1 Max What is the M1 Max? The M1 Max is Apple's flagship chip designed for high-performance computing in their lineup. It combines a powerful 10-core CPU, a 32-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. This chip offers exceptional speed and efficiency, making it ideal for demanding tasks such as video editing, 3D rendering, and data analysis. Unleashing Performance: The Power of M1 Max The M1 Max is a game-changer when it comes to performance. Its advanced architecture and integration of various components on a single chip result in lightning-fast processing speeds. With its high-performance CPU and GPU cores, the M1 Max delivers unparalleled power efficiency and responsiveness, enabling users to handle resource-intensive tasks effortlessly. Graphics and Machine Learning Capabilities The M1 Max's graphics performance is truly remarkable. With its 32-core GPU, it offers exceptional graphics rendering capabilities, making it a dream come true for creative professionals and gamers. Additionally, the M1 Max's Neural Engine provides substantial machine learning capabilities, accelerating AI-based tasks like image recognition and natural language processing. Battery Life and Thermal Efficiency Battery life and thermal efficiency are crucial factors to consider in any chip. The M1 Max excels in both areas. Its efficient architecture and power management features contribute to extended battery life, allowing users to work for longer periods without worrying about running out of power. Moreover, the M1 Max's thermal management system ensures optimal heat dissipation, preventing overheating and maintaining consistent performance even under heavy workloads. Exploring the M2 Pro Introduction to the M2 Pro The M2 Pro is Apple's next-generation chip, positioned as a powerful option in their chip lineup. It is designed to deliver enhanced performance and efficiency for a wide range of computing tasks. Let's dive deeper into the features and advantages of the M2 Pro. Performance Boost: The Advantages of M2 Pro The M2 Pro brings a significant performance boost compared to its predecessors. With its advanced architecture and upgraded CPU and GPU cores, the M2 Pro offers faster processing speeds and improved multitasking capabilities. Users can expect seamless performance while handling demanding applications and workflows, making it an ideal choice for professionals and power users. Graphics and AI Enhancements Graphics and AI capabilities are key strengths of the M2 Pro. Its enhanced GPU delivers impressive graphics rendering, providing a visually immersive experience for content creators and gamers. Additionally, the M2 Pro incorporates advanced AI enhancements, enabling faster machine learning tasks and empowering developers to create innovative AI-based applications. Battery Efficiency and Cooling System Battery efficiency and effective cooling are critical aspects of any chip. The M2 Pro excels in both areas. Its optimized power management features contribute to extended battery life, ensuring users can work for longer periods without interruption. Additionally, the M2 Pro's advanced cooling system efficiently dissipates heat, maintaining optimal performance even during intensive workloads and preventing thermal throttling. Head-to-Head Comparison Performance Showdown: M1 Max vs. M2 Pro Now that we have explored the individual capabilities of the M1 Max and M2 Pro, it's time for a head-to-head comparison of their performance. We will analyze benchmarks, processing power, and real-world usage scenarios to determine which chip reigns supreme in terms of overall performance. Graphics and AI Face-Off In this section, we will compare the graphics and AI capabilities of the M1 Max and M2 Pro. We will examine their respective GPU performance, graphics rendering capabilities, and AI acceleration to determine which chip offers superior performance in creative work and machine learning tasks. Battery Life and Thermal Management Battle Battery life and thermal management are critical factors to consider when choosing a chip. In this section, we will evaluate the battery life and thermal management of the M1 Max and M2 Pro. We will analyze their power efficiency, heat dissipation mechanisms, and overall thermal performance to identify which chip offers better efficiency and longevity. FAQs Are the M1 Max and M2 Pro compatible with existing Mac devices? Yes, both the M1 Max and M2 Pro are designed to be compatible with specific Mac devices. However, it's important to check the compatibility requirements before making a purchase. Can I upgrade from the M1 Max to the M2 Pro? No, the M1 Max and M2 Pro are different chips with distinct architectures. Upgrading from one to the other would require purchasing a new Mac device that incorporates the desired chip. How do the prices of the M1 Max and M2 Pro compare? The prices of the M1 Max and M2 Pro may vary depending on the specific Mac device they are integrated into. It's recommended to check Apple's official website or authorized retailers for the most up-to-date pricing information. Are there any future chip developments expected from Apple? Apple is known for its continuous innovation and advancements in chip technology. They will likely introduce new and improved chips in the future, further pushing the boundaries of performance and efficiency. Conclusion: In conclusion, the M1 Max and M2 Pro are both powerful chips with their unique strengths. The M1 Max excels in performance, graphics, and machine learning capabilities while offering excellent battery life and thermal efficiency. On the other hand, the M2 Pro brings improved performance, graphics, and AI enhancements, along with efficient battery management and advanced cooling. The choice between the two ultimately depends on individual needs and preferences. It is essential to consider the specific requirements of your workload and prioritize the features that matter most to you. By staying informed about Apple's chip advancements, you can make an informed decision and unleash the power of the best chip for your needs.

[virtualizationhowto]

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[forthedancingandthethriving]

Fuck it, we ball.

So, after the disaster, that is this, the Abyss decides that it really can't afford to waste anymore time. It's let them have many happy weeks. It HAS to act.

It sends CPU and Lag to Computer Hell to not only let the inmates out but distract Antivirus enough so he can't stop them. Obviously, he (Antivirus) knows them enough (and has common sense) to know that this isn't them. Unfortunately, the Abyss also sent Phobos as back up, so Antivirus really doesn't have any way of stopping them.

Once those two have completed their purpose? Well, for CPU, it just violently disconnects him from its mind control, causing all of his programs and systems to do an emergency shutdown and throws him into a random server. Fun!

As for Lag, it lets Black Doom decide whatever he wants to do with Lag. And considering there is no way to get the information out of Lag, he just decides to let the Admin go. Antivirus, thankfully, nabs him just in time to get the hell out of dodge and to NWO. The Admin also had the foresight to send a message as soon as those two showed up, so everyone back in NWO is already on edge and getting ready.

Unfortunately, it does do very little against the fact that there was the scouting squad, and its the LITERAL ABYSS AND BLACK DOOM WITH ALL HIS GUYS, PLUS ALL THE INMATES.

So, that's fun for them. Thankfully, with the somewhat early warning from Antivirus, they were able to get all the people who couldn't fight out of there. Just in time, too.

As when the villains arrive?

Turns out the Abyss has figured out the ability to lock down an entire server, so no one, not even Database, can get IN or OUT.

And between all the shit that goes down? They're going to be fighting for their lives.

Plus, on top of all that...

----

Juliano can only wonder if this is what Princess Peach felt like every time she got captured by Bowser.

Except the difference being it is an Eldritch Abomination that is holding him hostage, trying to break him mentally, and also is that fucking COOKIE??

It clearly is her, but she's freshened up. Her spider legs are back, clearly repaired by the Abyss, judging by how they're pitch black. She's wearing.. different clothes, too. And Juliano has to admit, they are really nice. It's a bit like a priestess outfit, but it's also extremely practical.

He gives credit where credit is due. She looks nice. As does the other Program standing next to her, but he doesn't know that one.

Juliano, also, really wishes he hadn't been snatched in front of Forum, Domain, and Emulator, because he's quite sure they've noticed what the hell is going on with him, and now he really can't deny it.

"Ah- Creator!"

Oh, thank god, it's Abyssal.

In the cramped cage, Juliano turns his head to looked at the pink goddess. Her wings flapped as she landed on the platform, and he feels relief as their eyes meet.

Out of the corner of his eye, as she begins to discuss something, a private message box appears.

> ABYSSL: 👍/👎

> JLINO: 👍

She smiles a bit at that.

> ABYSSL: 🤕?

> JLINO: 👎

It's a little annoying that they have to speak in emojis, but at the same time, Juliano is thankful.

The box suddenly disappears, and Abyssal looks horrified as they look at the Abyss. Who had turned to look at him with a grin that spells nothing good.

It melts away, and tendrils drop down.

He even hears Cookie suck in a breath, Cluster mutter an "Oh that's too far.." and Abyssal just looks horrified as her wings flare out.

But Juliano can't hear them as he stares at what the tendrils hold, eyes pinpricks.

Are these familiar? the Abyss mocks in his head.

Juliano can't even answer. Because there's tears falling down his face, and there's a desperate aching need for him to GET THOSE AWAY FROM IT, GET THEM AWAY NOW.

But he can't.

And so he's forced to watch as the Abyss carelessly dangles the two things he wants the most, the plushed Cody and Mandy made for him, right in front of his face.

All while it cackles.

(As she watches, Abyssal sucks in a deep breath. Suddenly, beating back the Abyss just became a lot more personal.)

[livingdeadhorse]

idk what this is. i like robots. i’ll clean these up later. i think.

anyways while drawing these I started thinking abt like. idk does this count as an AU.

General shit:

I didn't make it clear, but the robots that have pupils were built without a hardcoded purpose. They've always been free to explore what they want to do. The robots with fully colored "scleras" were created with a purpose from the jump, so their creators didn't feel the need to make them appear more "human".

The more expensive a robot's parts are, the less clunky it is.

Right now, I'm going with "their human family built them" but that's liable to change.

The designs are also liable to change because uh. duh.

Celestia Ludenberg:

Viewed the robots with an imbued purpose as interesting and superior (something something humanity's advancement). She wants to be praised like that, so she emulates them

Her cat loves how much heat she radiates so it's always near her.

Most of her upgrades are cosmetic but if they aren't, they're stupid. She won't upgrade her CPU or her motherboard, but she'll load up with three 4090s that her other components can't even keep up with. Yes, she does it to flex.

She'll distract from bootleg, refurbished, or shoddily painted parts by turning on her RGB. It gets annoying.

She knows that she's fairly unsettling and she revels in it.

All things considered, her cable management is pretty good.

Her gambling skill is still just luck here, but she tells everyone it's because she has a never-seen-before GPU(& CPU) that does calculations at insane speeds.

Most don't believe her but have no way to disprove her lie.

Kiyotaka Ishimaru

I can't decide if he was built by his father or his grandfather.

Either way, he was built before Toranosuke's downfall, so his internals were all pretty expensive for the time. Luckily for him, that means he was slightly future-proof and has a viable upgrade path.

Unluckily for him, this means he's stuck with really old parts and his 8gb of RAM can barely keep up in a 32gb world sadge

His chassis is built from secondhand or scrap parts. It's why his joints are so ancient in comparison to the rest of him and why he has so much cabling that he can't seem to manage.

Shit chassis = shit airflow = he is always overheating

BUDDY IS YOUR CPU BURNING HOW IS THERE SMOKE

Older tech = LOUD AF. The class bought him new fans to avoid the loud ass whirring. It's not quiet but he used to sound like a jet engine.

He runs on Debian. It was originally going to be Arch since it's lightweight but Debian's whole "old but stable" reputation fits him more. I don't see him properly dealing with bleeding edge software anyways.

His room is filled with past HDDs that no longer have storage. He deems all educational material important so he refuses to delete any lessons. He doesn't have the money for SSDs.

Mukuro Ikusaba:

Is usually in reconnaissance mode, meaning she has a shit ton of hidden cameras in her chassis

This used to benefit Fenrir. Now it benefits Junko.

She can have her parts shifted around with no issue to make room for a better arsenal.

She’s durable in her reconnaissance mode but she’s nigh on untouchable in her combat mode. Her chassis gets 10x bulkier and she can split her attention to several different tasks on the battlefield.

Fenrir Mercenary Group doubles as a weapons company. Mukuro is the only model of her kind though.

They tried to give her reconnaissance model the look of a “normal girl” so she could gather info more efficiently. They failed real bad. They also didn’t account for the fact that Mukuro isn’t good at socializing.

She allocates a CPU core to a process dedicated to Junko. 24/7 365

She believes herself to be less capable of emotion than she actually is. She can’t seem to find the system process that triggers such painful emotions.

Chihiro Fujisaki

Each “fold” in her skirt doubles as a screen. Think of the skirt as having two layers: the top shell and the under shell. The top shell is what doubles as a screen.

Optimized her hardware to work on code as fast as possible (fingers, skirt, etc).

She tends to test out new software on herself regardless of their compatibility with her pre-existing shit. She constantly has to reinstall her OS, but it’s all fun for her.

Speaking of her OS, I was going to make her run on Gentoo but IDK cause of the compile times. It’d be faster if she used distcc but I can’t see her screwing over her classmates like that lol.

So I’m between Nix and Arch.

Insecure about the fact that she overhauled her original model so extensively. Got made fun of for being a ‘defective’ robot. Her father supports her modifications but she still feels bad about having ‘failed’ somehow.

Cue identity issues

She helps out her classmates when it comes to repairs.

Tendency to stay up programming leads to high uptimes. If her friends notice her lagging or crashing, they’ll try to get her to shut down. (In a computer sense lol, not an emotional shut down)

Do y’all remember the xz utils backdoor? Yeah that’s how extensively she combs through code.

Sayaka Maizono

I can’t decide if she was built to be an idol or was originally some other type of robot.

Loves to make kids smile, so she has a sort of candy mechanism in her arm.

Everything about her glows or spins. You will never get bored looking at her.

Her skirt isn’t actually see through I just didn’t feel like erasing the hip joints lmao.

If corpos give her manager enough money, she has to perform with literal ads on her.

State-of-the art facial recognition software. It makes her fans feel special to have their names remembered.

She has a regular sleep cycle due to how load-intensive her everyday life is. Has to shut down for a couple hours every week at least.

Her psychic ability is just her running a million calculations based on people’s behavior and sensing which one is most plausible. This feature is in place to avoid PR disasters during interviews or public appearances.

There really aren’t enough worker’s rights regulations in place for robots.

The company gets alerts whenever she freaks tf out, so she feels even more stifled and repressed. Chihiro helped remove this.

Kyoko Kirigiri

Can’t decide if she was built by her father or grandfather. Probably just built by Jin and he “left” her in Fuhito’s care.

Fuhito made her go through several modifications, hardcoding his own investigative skills into her system.

Her grandfather loves her but has fucked up ideas about her own autonomy.

The events of DR:K still happen. She chose not to replace her hands.

Fuhito doesn’t make much use of a backdoor in her system anymore. He used it a lot more when she was a child but he sees her as a viable heir of the Kirigiri clan now. Chihiro isolated the backdoor to a separate SSD anyhow.

Still complicated father-daughter issues

Everything about her (but her OS) is proprietary, probably commissioned from Towa Industries. Her OS is a fork of Mint. The Windows 7 UI is just because I imagine her grandfather is One of Those lmao.

Has way too many scanners and sensors. She can’t test any evidence herself but she can gather a fair bit of information. Has a vast database for cross-comparison anyways.

Same issues as Togami and Mukuro: sees herself as less capable of emotion than she actually is.

The ramen noodle incident called for actual repairs.

Byakuya Togami

His superiority complex is far worse because he was literally CREATED to be the perfect Togami. You can’t tell him shiiiiiiit.

Gold joints. Scoffs at those with unoptimized cable management or software.

He’s constantly streamlining his own processes. Brings up that he runs on his own OS when Nobody Asked.

Had a similar backdoor to Kyoko’s but Koji did check that one. Obsessively. Nobody would tell Byakuya but He Just Knew. The lack of privacy irritated him. Aloysius helped fix it once Togami finally took over.

Only trusts Aloysius with his repairs. Has a hard time admitting when he needs repairs in the first place so Aloysius hides it under “monthly maintenance”.

Does everything from the terminal even when he 1) shouldn’t and 2) can’t. Bragging rights. He has written a bunch of his own scripts though to speed things up.

Kernel and OS provided to him by Koji. (UNIX-based. Proprietary) Byakuya maintains and builds his own updates. Doesn’t trust cheapskate peasants to do it for him.

Anti-FOSS. For him at least.

Has glasses for the aesthetics. Doesn’t need them.

[jcmarchi]

End GPU underutilization: Achieve peak efficiency

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[techdriveplay]

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[bethanyberg]

GLAZE 2.0 IS OUT TODAY FOR DOWNLOAD! Go protect your art!

NEW: Glaze 2.0 (Apr 14) We are excited to announce the release of version 2.0 of Glaze. This new version significantly improved Glaze robustness against the newest AI models, and requires less time to glaze images. Most notably:

Significantly improved robustness against Stable Diffusion 1, 2, SDXL, especially for smooth surface art (e.g. anime, cartoon).

Less noticeable modification to images, addressed non-convergent patch artifacts

Improved computational efficiency on most platforms (~ 50% speed up)

Built in Mac GPU support -- Over 5X speed up on Mac M-CPUs.

[woradat]

Dear, memories #4

<- back — PT4 (here) — next ->

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“So, how long have you known him? When did you two meet, exactly?”

You were never exactly what one would call “cooperative” Everyone knows that — and if they don’t, well, they find out sooner or later, usually the hard way. Several hours had already ticked by in what Tarn insisted on calling an interrogation. You preferred “nosy biography session” personally. Not that you were especially helpful throughout the process. Your answers were, let’s say, lacking in enthusiasm — a fact that forced Tarn to repeat himself more times than even he cared to count

The only reason you weren’t currently being disassembled bolt by bolt for answers was because of his beautifully twisted sense of justice. That, and to be perfectly honest — because it's was you

Your frozen expression was hardly unique. Tarn had seen it all before. Most bots reacted that way. Sometimes with a scream, a sob, or a total system crash — the usual when one suddenly realizes they’re playing hopscotch with Death

But you? Oh, you made the fear taste so much sweeter

His clawed digit lazily traced your shoulder plate, just enough pressure to jolt you back to reality and remind you of the extremely murder-capable mech standing inches from your frame – a gesture both oddly intimate and viscerally threatening, the kind that said: You’re still breathing because I allow it. Don’t forget

“Well? You don’t object, do you?”

Your processor buzzed like a dying fan. You were still stunned, still shaken by the scene you had just witnessed. Not that you were some wide-eyed innocent — no, you’d seen bots die before, seen the light leave their optics. But this? This had been especially horrific. Creative, even

Enough to scramble the nerves of any bot not built for emotional resilience

But you weren’t that kind of bot. Even if every circuit in your body was screaming for a reboot and your energon pump was doing its best impression of a dubstep beat, you’d never let him see you break. The very idea was offensive

So you swallowed it all down — fear, disgust, bile and with a voice so cracked and tired it could have come from a rusted exhaust pipe, you replied: “No object..”

“I did already answer your question. Why do you keep—”

“That answer wasn’t detailed enough, Y/N” Tarn cut in smoothly, like a knife through polished chrome. “If you want to prove your innocence to me — and to be clear, you do – then you need to cooperate. These curt, vague replies of yours? They’re not doing you any favors. You’re lucky it’s me asking. My team doesn’t have my… patience” He tilted his helm, that smile audible in his voice “So. You’re welcome”

“This is all for your sake, remember?”

You didn’t reply. Mostly because you were too tired to bite back, but also because you’d run out of fuel — figuratively and literally. Your systems were humming in protest, trying to keep up as the stress burned through your reserves like an overclocked CPU

You had no idea how long this had been going on. Tarn, for his part, didn’t seem bothered at all — like this was just another Tuesday for him. You were starting to hate how professional he was, efficient, methodical, unshakeable. Ugh

“So” he said voice low and silky “what were you doing before you met him?”

You opened your mouth, already pre-loading another snarky comeback — until you realized… that was a new question

It gave you pause

“What do you mean?”

“Oh, my apologies” Tarn replied, and you hated how damn pleasant he sounded “Let me clarify. During the Great War — what exactly were you doing back then?”

“I don’t think that’s relevant” you snapped, optic narrowing “I have the right not to answer, don’t I?”

You said it with as much venom as your voice could manage. Tarn, ever composed, simply hummed, like someone being mildly entertained by a glitchy vending machine. You hated that too

“Yes” he said “You have the right not to answer. But I have the right to keep asking. Over and over. Forever, if necessary. Just to remind you, Y/N, I’m helping you here. All I ask is cooperation”

—

The room fell into silence after that. A tense, heavy kind. You were thinking – whether it was worth dying here, now — though realistically, death wouldn’t come swiftly. Not with Tarn. No, he was the type who’d make a performance out of it. A deeply moral, disturbingly artistic performance. Your thoughts flickered – Hardwire. Primus, you hoped she was okay. Maybe she’d escaped when the ship went down. Maybe she never made it out. In some twisted way, that might actually be better. Because if she were here - if they had her. well, you couldn’t even imagine what she’d go through. She wasn’t like you. Tough, yes. But not enough

Tarn, meanwhile, leaned back in his chair with the ease of someone who could and would kill you, but didn’t need to rush. He studied you, calculating, amused, saw how tightly your servos were clenched, how hard your optics stared. He heard the low whine of your internal systems that beautiful background music of resistance. You wanted to fight. To lash out. But you weren’t an idiot

His frame, battered but pristine, every mark a trophy told you everything you needed to know. You, by contrast.. weren’t exactly showroom condition. The crash hadn’t done you any favors. Singed plating. Soot. Scratches. You looked… a little pathetic, honestly. Not completely unsalvageable. Maybe even cute, if you’d stop glaring daggers at him long enough for him to enjoy the view

You looked weak, defeated, and accidentally dramatic

— he was eating it up like it was fine dining

.

.

“I think you ought to rest a bit. You must be terribly exhausted”

Oh yes, so concerned, weren’t we? The way he said it, with that smooth-as-polished-chrome voice, it was almost like a lullaby. If lullabies were sung by judgmental opera singers who secretly wanted to slap you. Tarn rose from his seat with all the drama of a villain in a high-budget musical, circling around the room like he was on a runway. For a guy who looked like a walking tank, the grace was unsettling

“This way, Y/N. Allow me to escort you to your quarters.. We don’t receive guests very often”

He glanced back briefly, just to ensure you hadn’t tried to bolt

The corridor was eerily silent, unsettling in a way that had nothing to do with the dim lights and everything to do with Tarn’s looming presence. Even from behind, he radiated menace. Everything about him screamed authority, brute strength, and military precision — a war machine made with care and a disturbing amount of love. No wonder Megatron had such a fondness for him. Tarn was a fine weapon, the kind of loyal hound most tyrants dream of

Sure, he outclassed you in almost every measurable way but that didn’t mean you couldn’t quietly insult him in your mind, right?

He stopped abruptly, too abruptly. Thankfully, you weren’t daydreaming and managed not to slam right into him

Jackass

“This will serve as your temporary room, for the duration of the... debriefing”

He keyed in a code, and the door whooshed open. Lovely. It looked just cozy enough to be mistaken for a cell. For all you knew, it could only open from the outside. A delightful little design feature, really. Your fate had officially arrived

“Pardon my bluntness, but I must say... You really haven’t changed one bit, always refusing to play second, even when the situation gives you no choice”

What the hell did he mean by that?

Have you met him before? That couldn’t possibly be true. You’re certain of it—if you’d ever crossed paths with a bot like him, it would mean this must be the afterlife or some twisted version of reality. There’s no way you could’ve survived the encounter

You frown, mind spiraling with confusion. Tarn doesn’t strike you as someone who throws words around carelessly

“Please, enjoy your stay, Y/N”

He gestured politely, like a maître d’ at a very exclusive prison. You stepped inside, too tired to fight—not that you were feeling particularly obedient

Naturally, you didn’t just waltz into the room without first shooting him a look that said: ‘I hope your favorite arm malfunctions'

“Good night”

The door slid shut behind you. Predictably, locked tight

“What do you mean he got picked up by the Council? That’s rough”

“hm.. I heard they gave him the deluxe punishment package. Poor guy”

“Pathetic, more like. He brought it on himself—sticking his nose where it didn’t belong. Honestly, he had it coming”

Your words were surprisingly cruel, even by your standards. Damus—once mildly tolerable, now freshly redesigned by the Council’s one-size-fits-all makeover program for “social threats”—was a walking cautionary tale. The Council didn’t just punish. They humiliated. Because why settle for justice when you can also throw in a complete aesthetic downgrade?

“Honestly, if he had two more brain cells to rub together, he might’ve stayed out of trouble. Am I wrong?” a bots you called friend, ever loyal, shook their helm

“So, what’s the new look? Haven’t seen him all day. Still as punchable?”

“Well, they gave him one optic and pincer hands. So.. yea. Imagine a sad crab with daddy issues”

“Yikes. But kind of adorable, no?”

You raised an eyebrow so hard it practically hit orbit. Adorable? Please. This was Damus we were talking about. The sentient doormat. A bot who could be insulted six ways to Sunday and still offer you a thank-you card afterward. He wasn’t just unoffended – he welcomed it and naturally, you adapted. You treated him like the doormat he was. Because that’s what he became. Rubber welcome mat and all

Sure, a part of you feels kinda bad for him—this whole mess is gonna haunt him for the rest of his life in society. But let’s be real, there’s no way you’re telling your savage side to sit this one out. That little voice in your head? Yeah, it always wins

That day, you started calling him: Glitch

A nickname dressed up as a joke—just insulting enough to be remembered, just cruel enough to sting. You claimed it suited his new look. Sounded stupid. Looked stupid. A perfect fit

As usual, Damus said nothing – not because he agreed

But because he couldn’t

He didn’t have the guts

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GUYS LOOK AT THIS LEAK I FOUND OF DONALD!!

OMG ITS DONALD FERGUSONS BLUEPRINT AND ITS EXACTLY HOW I WOULD HAVE IMAGINED HIS ENDOSKELETON TO LOOK LIKE!!

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kidding.

i made it lol :p

So I made this blueprint because one, I am obsessed with cyborg dudes and two I have no life and got bored lmao. I did do a lot of research on cybernetics and hope I got it as accurate as I could. So without further ado...

Let me give a tour of Donald's blueprint!

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Latch- Located on top of Donald's metal head which can be opened via key insertion and is safely guarded by Cecil Stedman who only knows its location.

Imaging Process Software- Built inside Donald's eyes which allows him to see and process what he is visualizing it also allows him to imagine things much more accurately than the average human

Scent Processors or Sensors- built inside Donald’s nose which allows him to smell and process scents, unfortunately, it's not as advanced as his visual processors so he actually smells things with less accuracy than he did before he died, though he doesn't notice this as often.

Ultrasonic Processors or Receivers/Emitters- Built inside Donald's ear canals which allow him to ear and process sounds at a much higher frequency than the average human

Diagnostic CPU or Chip and the Insertion Port- a cylindrical hole located on top of Donald's forehead which is where the CPU (Central Process Unit) chip is used to diagnose any minor malfunctions and auto-corrects it. If any malfunction is too severe (such as limb amputations) it would require manual repairs to be fixed. However, the reason why Cecil is keeping this diagnostic chip from Donald is because if inserted, it would revive all of the previous lost memories since the DC identifies them as errors to be corrected. There is a key that can be also inserted in the port on his head which opens the latch that reveals his brain. When he dies they must quickly remove his brain which is protected by a thin layer of gelatin in his metal head. It is also connected to metal segments magnified to the outer layer of his brain which can be easily detached without any repercussions. when they detach his brain they must quickly preserve it in a preservation tank before it starts to decompose. (essentially he is a brain in a jar lmao.) And yes, this is the same preservation tank as the one they used for Robot/Rudy Connors in the comics.

Optical Sensors- Located in his bionic eyes, they give off the illusion of human eyes accurately  they also allow Donald to differentiate between light variations they can also allow him to see in infrared and give him night vision...but he doesn't know this yet...hehe

Eye Subsystem are motors that allow Donald to express emotions and are composed of his eyebrows, eyelids, and of course, eyes. Now given his nature he very rarely ever emotes but the subsystem is very accurate nonetheless. There are two buttons located on his eye subsystem which are called trigger buttons. When both are activated it will open up his face plate to reveal his metal skull. This allows the mechanics to repair him much faster and efficiently, unfortunately, they can be triggered easily so if he gets punched in the face or sleeps in a weird position it's likely he will accidentally trigger them which can end up in an uncomfortable situation.

Mouth Subsystem- these are motors that are composed of his mouth parts such as his lips, teeth, gums, tongue, and vocal folds. Much like with his eye subsystem, they allow him to express himself and communicate with others.

Bionic Eye and Eye Mechanisms- These are mechanisms that allow Donald to see and express himself.

Silicone Skin Outer Surface- This is Donald's fake skin which is composed of silicone accurately replacing human flesh. hair follicles can also be inserted in Donald’s skin to allude to organic body hair. unfortunately, his artificial skin cannot regenerate on its own and requires manual repairs

Microphone Sensor/Ear Detection EM Waves- This allows Donald to hear sounds that average humans cannot hear (Electromagnetic sound waves) This is done by converting em sound waves to audible sounds. It also allows him to communicate through other devices by sending audible signals

Artificial Teeth- This mimics the function of human teeth and is composed of acrylic resin they are much more durable and sturdy allowing them to decompose slower over time if used too much.

Linear Motion Mechanism- This allows Donald to move his neck up and down and convert from rotational or horizontal movement to vertical

Audible Larynx- This allows Donald to allow air to move through the passageway and also allows him to vocalize sound or talk. This artificial larynx also prevents his voice from sounding robotic or augmented, if damaged, his voice will come off as robotic.

Linear DC Servo Neck Motor- This allows Donald to rotate his neck in many positions

Artificial Nervous System- (ANS) mimics the biological function of the human nervous system which is composed of neuroreceptors, nerve stimulators, nerve receptors, and neuron circuitry allowing Donald to react to stimuli similar to how he used to before he died.

Power Core Energy Conductor- Even though Donald's brain is his body's main source of power, he still requires a source to conduct energy or electricity through his body especially when he's on low power. His body, just like most humans, requires "charge" to restore energy but he relies on an external source other than sleep which is a charging station. If his Power core is damaged it will result in an automatic shutdown. His power core is essentially his actual heart.

Hip Joint Motor- This is a motor that acts as an artificial hip and allows Donald to move in all positional possible by humans by all axes

Rotary Arm Joints- These joints allow Donald to move his arms in several positions

Artificial Internal Digestive Unit- This is an artificial digestive system that mimics most of the function of organic digestive systems though is not advanced enough to replicate the silhouette. It also digests the nutrient intake Donald consumes and transports the nutrients to his brain to absorb.

Artificial Pelvic Region- This acts as an artificial pelvis and even mimics Donald’s original silhouette

Hydraulic Hand Actuators- This allows Donald to move his hands via using pressurized liquid (oil) however this can result in janky movement sometimes though before he found out about his robotic nature he assumed that he was developing arthritis (which is reasonable considering he's in his 50s)

Artificial Rectum- Um...do i really need to explain this? Ok..well as the term implies this allows him to go to the bathroom but he doesn't really need to it just mimics human bodily function to avoid suspicion what's interesting is that the contents that he consumes, especially liquids are only dyed to appear like urine but because he doesn't have actual blood they can't break down the contents ad hey cant be filtered to his kidneys because..well he doesn't have any. So the mechanisms in his rectum and digestive system dye the content he consumes kind of like some kind of chemical lab process in his body just to make an illusion that he can relieve himself. however, he doesn't really need to eat or to drink.

Tactile and Biosensors- This allows Donald to feel sensations in his fingers and through his body albeit not as efficiently as before he died.

Neuro Stimulators- These much like his biosensors allow him to receive pain signals through his body via electrical impulses that are connected to his brain and make up his artificial nervous system to mimic the feeling of pain or nerve receptors in humans.

Angular Encoders- These help measure movements in Donald to mov his joints much more precisely which help him move more quickly and accurately esp when fighting

Servo Motor Controls- These are rotary actuators that allow more precise movement in Donald esp when rotating limbs

Titanium Limbs- These are the material that his endoskeleton and body parts are composed of titanium

Rotary Ankle Joints- These allow Donald to move his ankles relative to a how a human moves their ankles via a servo motor

Also here's more versions!!

oooh and heres more!

Here's more label info on his other blueprint-

Artificial Tongue Composed of Rubber- This tongue which is obviously located in his mouth, allows him to speak and eat clearly much like the function of organic tongues in humans. It's composed of resin and dyed rubber.

Remaining Organic Tissue- The remaining organic tissue in Donald is obvi his brain which isolated in his metal skull

Multifilament Muscles- These muscles operate similarly to humans but function at a much more efficient rate, they are also more sturdy and are less likely to tear compared to regular humans. They are composed of silk which is a very strong and elastic material esp strung together like yarn.

Artificial Fat (foam)- The artificial fat as it implies is composed of soft foam similar to humans but slightly off in feeling. Of course, Donald shrugged it off as "getting older" because what other logical reason would explain feeling weird in your own body?

Artificial Lungs (air sacs)- The artificial lungs are air sacs similar to cars and inflate and deflate based on Donald's breathing patterns. They also transport oxygen from outside Donald's body into his brain to produce the required energy to function.

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)- The artificial respiratory system it pumps blood from donalds body and adds oxygen and removes carbon dioxide. blood flows from the artificial heart back to the ECMO.

Artificial Titanium Secondary Skeleton- This secondary skeleton only serves as to illude the silhouette and feel of an organic skeleton to prevent any further suspicion.

Internal Cooling System- This system allows Donald's body to regulate temperature much like thermoregulation, it circulates a coolant through channels to absorb heat from an engine or other system. This prevents Donald's systems from overheating and causing short-circuitry and other malfunctions from occurring. However, if damaged or exposed to extremely high temperatures, his system will start to overheat and he will start to malfunction.

Artificial Heart- This acts as an actual heart and functions by keeping the artificial blood flowing through Donald's body.

Wires Underneath Skin- The wires underneath Donald's body are used to send electrical signals to his body and prevent them from affecting his body. They also are used to transmit information from the brain to the body such as electrodes.

Artificial Blood- This functions like human blood, it can be able to circulate energy and information through the body. It also transmits oxygen and carbon dioxide to and from the body. However, Donald cannot produce blood on his own and doesn't require as much as most humans. It's mostly meant for the show to convince him and others he's human.

Artificial Urinary System- As the term implies it acts as an organic urinary system and automatically assists in preventing involuntary "urine" leakage. He has an artificial bladder that stores the "urine" which is really just dyed liquid as his body can no longer abide by the three-step process of producing urine such as filtration, reabsorption, and secretion. Though, the bladder functions as any human bladder and when it is filled up it will release the urine through the urethra and outside the body. The purpose is to convert nutrients into energy which the remaining nutrients will be spread to the blood and brain.

Artificial Reproductive System- As the term implies the reproductive system acts as an organic human reproductive system which consists of...um...you know what? Let's skip this one. I really really don't want to have to explain this tbh. (even though I put it here.)

Wired Circulatory System- This consists of wires and circuitry that acts as a network of vessels that circulate Donald's artificial blood throughout his body whilst delivering oxygen to his brain cells. It also delivers electrical signals or information to his body when he feels pain.

Gastric Pump as Artificial Digestive System- This consists of synthetic tubes that can expand and contract like actual intestines that way contents can pass through with little struggle. on the outside of the intestines is which is made from silicon and rubber and can mimic how oxygen passes through the gut and can even stimulate the ability to vomit. He also contains an esophagus made from rubber which allows many foods to pass through. He does have taste in his artificial tongue however it's not as efficient as his old one. When food passes through his digestive tract acidic enzymes break it down into small chunks and are squeezed through this molding system where it dyes and transforms the content into a "stool" or "urine" kind of like playdough factory toys. (don't worry it's not as gross as it sounds) 

Bionic Eyes- the function by converting images from built-in cameras connected to the brain and siding electric signals that stimulate the brain which interprets it as an image.

Image Processing and Tracking Software- These allow Donald to manipulate and analyze data as images but also track where certain subjects move with high precision. Enhancing his mental images and giving him a "keen" eye.

Artificial Regenerative Hair Follicles- these are made from synthetic material that can expand in very thin strings to give the illusion that they can grow. They often increase in length when exposed to high temperatures. So basically Donald can cut his hair but it can't grow very long. his nails are made from the same materials

Backup Charging Port- located on Donald’s neck, this charging port is mainly for emergencies just in case if his chest charging port is malfunctioning. It is located above his power trigger buttons which can result in a shutdown if activated or stimulated by high stress levels.

Titanium Spine - This is located on Donald's back and is composed of titanium which is very difficult to crush...unless you're a pure-blood viltrumite. 

Oh, and another thing, although Da Sinclair didn’t make Donald’s 39th endoskeleton, he was asked to revise some parts by the old man himself, Cecil Stedman. The reason being that Cecil wanted to make Donald much stronger than last time replacing actuators and adding more multifilients in certain places. He did it out of care but also knowing the questionably ethical methods he must take in order to keep Donald alive.

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