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Gaming HQ / Re: Europa Universalis V confi...
Last post by The Minsky Moment - Today at 05:49:56 PMQuote from: Tamas on Today at 04:56:36 PMHaving reached the 1600s .
Playing Hungary?
Incredible, this game can predict the future. I assume you managed to get rid of Orban and advance to Renaissance era governance.
#2
Gaming HQ / Re: Europa Universalis V confi...
Last post by Tamas - Today at 04:56:36 PMHaving reached the 1600s I still feel the most obvious shortcoming is AI countries being either unable or unwilling to push back.
I am able to manage my several decently strong vassals and I am able to maintain the contentment of all estates (except for short periods of dissatisfaction) despite having culled Noble and clergy power to the degree that the Crown has 51%.
The thing is though, since I don't really know what I am doing economically, achieving all this seems to be keeping my budget balanced on a tight rope. It feels like if there was a sustained strain, like conflict with at least a peer, then things could start unravelling. I guess you can say that's what happened to historic Hungary. On paper it was big and rich but was too mismanaged to rise to the challenge posed by the Ottomans.
But there is no challenger in my game. To some degree that's understandable (Bohemia could kick my ass but it's make sense they don't want to bother) but it feels like the AI is too risk averse.
I am able to manage my several decently strong vassals and I am able to maintain the contentment of all estates (except for short periods of dissatisfaction) despite having culled Noble and clergy power to the degree that the Crown has 51%.
The thing is though, since I don't really know what I am doing economically, achieving all this seems to be keeping my budget balanced on a tight rope. It feels like if there was a sustained strain, like conflict with at least a peer, then things could start unravelling. I guess you can say that's what happened to historic Hungary. On paper it was big and rich but was too mismanaged to rise to the challenge posed by the Ottomans.
But there is no challenger in my game. To some degree that's understandable (Bohemia could kick my ass but it's make sense they don't want to bother) but it feels like the AI is too risk averse.
#3
Off the Record / Re: Football (Soccer) Thread
Last post by Norgy - Today at 04:43:56 PMI think that second half by Norway was above average. Italy had not lost a WC qualifying game at home in 55 matches.
Well. They did today. By a marginal 4-1 win for Norway.
Sorry folks. Norway might be tough to beat in next summer's World Cup.
Well. They did today. By a marginal 4-1 win for Norway.
Sorry folks. Norway might be tough to beat in next summer's World Cup.
#4
Off the Record / Re: What does a TRUMP presiden...
Last post by Jacob - Today at 03:25:08 PMThey all belong in jail
#5
Off the Record / Re: TV/Movies Megathread
Last post by Valmy - Today at 03:09:48 PMQuote from: celedhring on Today at 12:53:51 PMQuote from: Admiral Yi on Today at 04:17:23 AMIn Trumbo it 's John Wayne who sticks up for the blacklisted writer.
He ruined the lives of many others. The writer of High Noon comes to mind.
He was a POS that would sadly fit perfectly in the current era.
There are many beloved celebrities from the past who I am very glad never had access to social media.
#6
Off the Record / Re: Football (Soccer) Thread
Last post by Duque de Bragança - Today at 02:45:25 PMIreland had quite a qualifier finish with a 2-0 victory against Portugal, and a 3-2 vs Hungary . The later, at the 96th minute (stoppage time).
Play-offs for Ireland.
The Selecção, angry after failing to qualify early against Hungary (tied in stoppage time) and Ireland vide supra, thrashed Armenia 9-1 without Ronaldo, which meant there were 11 players on the pitch, not 10.5.
However, bad defense (hello Cancelo) enabled Armenia to tie early in the game.
Martinez chose less "Saudi" players and even Bruno Fernandes played well enough.
Italy needs to win 9-0 against Norway to be sure to qualify for the tournament next summer. Won't happen. On the other hand, play-offs are guaranteed but bring back bad memories to La Nazionale.
Play-offs for Ireland.
The Selecção, angry after failing to qualify early against Hungary (tied in stoppage time) and Ireland vide supra, thrashed Armenia 9-1 without Ronaldo, which meant there were 11 players on the pitch, not 10.5.
However, bad defense (hello Cancelo) enabled Armenia to tie early in the game.
Martinez chose less "Saudi" players and even Bruno Fernandes played well enough.
Italy needs to win 9-0 against Norway to be sure to qualify for the tournament next summer. Won't happen. On the other hand, play-offs are guaranteed but bring back bad memories to La Nazionale.
#7
Off the Record / Re: Football (Soccer) Thread
Last post by Norgy - Today at 02:40:30 PMAt least Sweden did worse. 1-4 against the Swiss is... fairly bad by Swedish standards.
I see Hungary missed out against Ireland, losing six minutes into overtime.
And now, Italy vs Norway at San Siro in Milano.
Norway will probably lose, as Italy is our bogey team. We shall see.
I see Hungary missed out against Ireland, losing six minutes into overtime.
And now, Italy vs Norway at San Siro in Milano.
Norway will probably lose, as Italy is our bogey team. We shall see.
#8
Off the Record / Re: TV/Movies Megathread
Last post by Duque de Bragança - Today at 02:37:31 PMThe Running Man
The US, in2019 the near future.
Closer to the book this time, so no plagiarism of Le Prix du Danger a.k.a The Prize of Danger, adapted from Sheckley's short story.
Might be one of those rare cases where a remake bring something new.
CGI action is a bit too conspicuous for my taste, made worse in the trailer (go figure), and some will prefer Schwarzenegger as the protagonist. Speaking of which, he has quite an original "cameo".
The US, in
Closer to the book this time, so no plagiarism of Le Prix du Danger a.k.a The Prize of Danger, adapted from Sheckley's short story.
Might be one of those rare cases where a remake bring something new.
CGI action is a bit too conspicuous for my taste, made worse in the trailer (go figure), and some will prefer Schwarzenegger as the protagonist. Speaking of which, he has quite an original "cameo".
#9
Off the Record / Re: TV/Movies Megathread
Last post by Tamas - Today at 02:15:27 PMI've only learned from a random Reddit thread I stumbled upon, that I am eligible for Barclays Premium which shall give me free Apple TV+. Nice. Switched over in Barclays, waiting for some info on the Apple TV thing.
#10
Off the Record / Re: TV/Movies Megathread
Last post by celedhring - Today at 12:53:51 PMQuote from: Admiral Yi on Today at 04:17:23 AMIn Trumbo it 's John Wayne who sticks up for the blacklisted writer.
He ruined the lives of many others. The writer of High Noon comes to mind.
He was a POS that would sadly fit perfectly in the current era.