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Post by lilyenachaos on May 17, 2017 15:02:21 GMT
Good morning Jaal fans! It's another gorgeous day here and I'll be working in my gardens again later. Woo! Post-game, where do Jaal and your Ryder make their home? (Or do they stick to the Tempest?) Obviously not a place they'd be a lot with Pathfinder duties, but I still like to picture my Ryder and Jaal 'settling down' on Havarl. It's a beautiful planet and close to his family. Plus, I have massive amounts of distrust for Meridian. I enjoy this game more the more I play it, probably because I notice more of the details with each play through. It's rather neat. The plot can be considered bland when compared to the MET, but there are so many ways for them to take things now. It makes me very impatient for DLC.
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Post by Psychedelic on May 17, 2017 15:07:41 GMT
TOO mushy? I'm with you in thinking that should be impossible, I HAVE TO READ IT Here ya go Again, I'm not saying the fic is bad, it's just not entirely my thing. Just a heads-up, the fic is Scott-centric so it's not Jaal/Sara scenes only. When I read "too mushy" I thougth it can't be worse than what I am currently reading. And then the link... that's the one . Glad it's not just me.
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Post by PenDev0us on May 17, 2017 15:09:28 GMT
TOO mushy? I'm with you in thinking that should be impossible, I HAVE TO READ IT Here ya go Again, I'm not saying the fic is bad, it's just not entirely my thing. Just a heads-up, the fic is Scott-centric so it's not Jaal/Sara scenes only. OOHH I've seen that one! I think I bailed a few chapters in though~ True that the fic isn't bad, I think it was the Scott focus that made me lose interest
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Post by beholderess on May 17, 2017 15:49:25 GMT
Here ya go Again, I'm not saying the fic is bad, it's just not entirely my thing. Just a heads-up, the fic is Scott-centric so it's not Jaal/Sara scenes only. OOHH I've seen that one! I think I bailed a few chapters in though~ True that the fic isn't bad, I think it was the Scott focus that made me lose interest It is kind of weird - I am perfectly alright with m/m ships, but I specifically have no interest in Scott. Whatsoever. I hate that name, and his default appearance makes him look like a goofy frat boy. Sorry, dear twin, but I just can't take you seriously
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Post by kestrel on May 17, 2017 15:49:30 GMT
I don't think I could write a longer Jaal/Ryder fic where they didn't troll each other/give each other shit. It's my favorite part of the relationship.
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on May 17, 2017 15:50:03 GMT
Off topic for anyone interested in my TW3 ramblings: Kiera Metz is awesome, and her...ermmm...fairy tale date with Geralt is officially the funniest romance scene I've ever played That is all. We now return to your regularly scheduled Jaal.
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Post by beholderess on May 17, 2017 15:58:02 GMT
Ok, so I am still thinking about the appropriate Tarot motifs. Here's a revised version, incorporating some of the suggestions from this thread. Also, Gwyvian I am still waiting for your expert Tarot opinion The Fool – Ryder. The picture should probably feature default Sara on the bridge of Tempest, facing the multiple suns with wonder in her eyes. The Fool represents new beginnings, innocence (as in “lack of knowledge of what you are getting into, not necessary a character trait) and risk-taking, it is all about facing the unknown with hope (and not enough preparation) – something that applies to the Pathfinder regardless of how they are played. New journeys, uncharted territories, development, and dangers to the unwary. It is also said sometimes that the Tarot represent The Fool's journey through life, so The Fool would represent the main character of the story, by definition. The Magician – SAM. It is associated with skill, logic and capability, and SAM is a trick up the Pathfinder's sleeve. Tech and data whiz. Hidden abilities, doing the impossible. SAM is a “space magic” explanation with his near-clairvoyance. Unlike The Fool that gets a lot done through sheer guts and luck, The Magician is, first and foremost, a face of resource-fullness – but also of being an unexpected. I've got a trick up my sleeve. Other ideas: - my original suggestion for The Magician was Reyes – it would also incorporate the charm and deceit that is sometimes present in the card, plus it would play well with his Charlatan persona. The High Priestess – Moshae. That one is pretty obvious, I think – knowledge, wisdom and understanding. Spiritual leadership. And also – knowledge hidden and secret not yet revealed. Wise old lady who knows much more than she tells. The Empress – Cora. This is a tough one to assign, but I eventually decided on Cora, because of the card's strong association with earth/gardens/growth, and because it's negatives are dependence on authority and waiting for guidance. Placing too much trust in others. Plus it's association with Demeter/Core The picture would probably feature Cora in battle armor, but presiding over a garden. The Emperor – Alec. Father figure, rigidity and determination, control and experience, initiative, leadership, willingness to do everything to protect the loved ones. Alec's leadership was what made this whole mess possible, and he can be considered the progenitor of the whole Initiative. The card would probably depict him in his Pathfinder glory, staring at the charts. Hierophant – Akksul. Unbending belief, charismatic leadership of a fanatical cause, tradition and group bonds, status quo and righteous causes. And Hierophant always has acolytes. Lovers – Jaal and Ryder. That one is pretty obvious. As many people in this thread expressed, their romance seems significant to the plot in the way the others aren't. It is about more than their personal destinies, it is about Lovers card representing choices and unions of people and ideas on a grander scale. Chariot – Tempest. To boldly go, being at the driving wheel of your destiny. Determination and wheel. Ideally, should be depicted powering through Scourge in a ring of fire. Although Nomad climbing up a steep hill – or hurtling from one – would also qualify. Strength – Drack. This is also one of the more obvious ones. The picture should probably represent Drack in full armor with all the guns, with baby Kesh clinging to his head – like the typical pictures usually have a woman petting a lion. Strength is both about physical strength and power, and compassionate/protective side. Badass Grandpa Drack, unstoppable and loyal, is exactly what the card is about. Hermit – Peebee. Among the Remnant ruins, with her omni-tool as a lantern. Isolation and search for knowledge, uncovered secrets and commitment issues. Isolation and self-absorbtion, but also discovery. Wheel of Fortune – Kadara, with Sloane and Reyes facing each other. Wheel of Fortune is revolutions and opportunities, and karma being a bitch that would bite you in the backside. Chasing fortune, changing fortune, making fortune and breaking it. Justice – Evfra. With a dagger, because Justice always carries a blade. Also one of the obvious ones. Fairness, being called to account and judged by your actions. Proving your worth. Swift decisions, and impossibility of lying. Also, victory. Hanged Man – Ryder sibling, in their cryo pod, upside-down. Suspension in time, sacrifice, things postponed and waiting. Standstill, a butterfly in chrysalis, awakening transformed when least expected. Death – Jaal. With his sniper rifle at the ready. With the pictures of various revelations that got thrown at him at the background. Transformation, endings and beginnings. Nothing is how it was before. Temperance – Vetra. With her hand on Sid's shoulder. Caution, mediation, groundedness, something to check impulsiveness, perseverance, adaptation and good judgment. Also, finding balance between different perspectives, and difficulty of doing so. Necessity of compromise. Devil – Archon. Another pretty obvious one, since domination, corrupting influence and being held against one's will is what the card is about. “You've taken slaves like ocean waves, now feel the ocean seethe”. Also, having that one idea you are hellbent on stuck in your head, obsession. Tower – Remnant Monolith. The one at Habitat 7, struck by lightning. Matches the iconic Tower image exactly. Disaster, upheaval, sudden change, revelation. And a disaster it is – both a testament to whatever happened to the Remnant, and the moment when it all went wrong for the Initiative. Ambitions built on false premises, that come crashing down. Also, fall. This is where the Pathfinder fell, and everything went to pieces, with the depth of our false premises revealed. Star – Suvi. Hope, faith and spirituality, reaching for the stars. Open mind and generous spirit. Other ideas – Jaal would also qualify, because of transformative experiences and, especially, finding confidence aspects. But who would be the Death then? Moon – Vederia, Avitus or Hajyer. Any new Pathfinder. I'd go with Vederia because she would look better at the card – mysterious maiden, facing the moon. The Moon is about uncertainty and illusions, insecurity and self-doubt. Potential that does not realize itself yet. Also, shining with a reflected light, saddled with a legacy too big to fill. The way is lost but might be found again. And the dreamers will still follow their dreams. Sun – Liam. He is one rain of sunshine. Warm and carefree. Giving it everything you've got. Positive attitude and enthusiasm. Also, bad ideas, and being in dire need of a reality check. Judgement – Akksul and Jaal stand-off. Dire need of self-examination, epiphany. Realization that you've been wrong, being condemned by your own actions. World – Meridian restored. Completion, end-game in literal and figurative senses. Integration, things made whole. Accomplishment, everything you were striving for coming together. Promises fulfilled. New roads are now open, and the journey continues, because business of The World is never finished. Thoughts? Have you thought about Kesh/Tann/Kandros/Addison for a few of them? Wouldn't have a clue where to put them, but it might reduce doubling up on characters~ *cough* Kallo and Suvi for the chariot *cough* Heh, I have tried to keep doubling to a minimum As for Kesh/Tann/Kandros and the rest, I should do some Minor Arcana/Court cards too (Ace, King, Queen etc) - they can feature there guys. Kesh could be Queen of Coins, Sloane could be Queen of Swords - or maybe that would be Morda? Will think of it. Suvi and Kallo would definitely look nice! But I am thinking more about Gil - also connected to Tempest, and Chariot has a certain "it's my way or highway, damn the consequences" feel to it that I think Gil would feel better. Chariot is a pretty aggressive card
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Post by Onecrazymonkey1 on May 17, 2017 16:00:47 GMT
I liked Scott before the new patch but now it looks like they made his lips more pink and I don't like it. Or am I seeing things? Sable Rhapsody Kiera is fun isn't she? what were your choices the morning after the date?
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Post by beholderess on May 17, 2017 16:01:50 GMT
Off topic for anyone interested in my TW3 ramblings: Kiera Metz is awesome, and her...ermmm...fairy tale date with Geralt is officially the funniest romance scene I've ever played That is all. We now return to your regularly scheduled Jaal. Heh, I like Keira, and if she survives at the end, she'll hook up with another witcher and they'll be adventurers/battle couple together It's official - witchers and sorceresses are meant to be
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Post by kestrel on May 17, 2017 16:07:24 GMT
Scott got some minor touch-ups as well, though not nearly as drastic as default Sara's. Still weird decision making all around though.
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on May 17, 2017 16:13:06 GMT
I liked Scott before the new patch but now it looks like they made his lips more pink and I don't like it. Or am I seeing things? Sable Rhapsody Kiera is fun isn't she? what were your choices the morning after the date? Spoiler tags in case anyone else wants to play this game unspoiled: I told her to go to Kaer Morhen. But I took Alexander's notes from her. I wasn't upset at her or anything, but her plan to go to Radovid was terrible, so I figured she wasn't the best person to walk around with a bioweapon formula
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Post by Onecrazymonkey1 on May 17, 2017 16:15:56 GMT
I liked Scott before the new patch but now it looks like they made his lips more pink and I don't like it. Or am I seeing things? Sable Rhapsody Kiera is fun isn't she? what were your choices the morning after the date? Spoiler tags in case anyone else wants to play this game unspoiled: I told her to go to Kaer Morhen. But I took Alexander's notes from her. I wasn't upset at her or anything, but her plan to go to Radovid was terrible, so I figured she wasn't the best person to walk around with a bioweapon formula Ok, that's exactly what I did and you just dodged a bullet, you should get the best possible outcome now. Having her go to Radovid ends up awful, as I found out from youtube but I didn't want to spoil anything. kestrelYeah, Sara's new "makeover" wasn't to my liking but I just signed into my Scott playthrough and didn't realize they did it to him as well. He looked more natural to me before.
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Post by janalilith on May 17, 2017 16:19:08 GMT
If it's anything like Mordin's song in ME2, I'm keen to hear it Also, Jaal serenading Sara please, Bioware! This reminds me - when we first have the Angara show up on Nexus, and you walk into the Vortex the first time after that, there's than intense Angaran male up on the stage reciting something. The Angara are very serious about their poetry and arts, I feel.
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on May 17, 2017 16:19:26 GMT
Spoiler tags in case anyone else wants to play this game unspoiled: I told her to go to Kaer Morhen. But I took Alexander's notes from her. I wasn't upset at her or anything, but her plan to go to Radovid was terrible, so I figured she wasn't the best person to walk around with a bioweapon formula Ok, that's exactly what I did and you just dodged a bullet, you should get the best possible outcome now. Having her go to Radovid ends up awful, as I found out from youtube but I didn't want to spoil anything. Oh phew. I like Kiera! And given what I've heard of Radovid, he sounds like a real charmer .
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Post by Gwyvian on May 17, 2017 16:22:11 GMT
Ok, so I am still thinking about the appropriate Tarot motifs. Here's a revised version, incorporating some of the suggestions from this thread. Also, Gwyvian I am still waiting for your expert Tarot opinion The Fool – Ryder. The picture should probably feature default Sara on the bridge of Tempest, facing the multiple suns with wonder in her eyes. The Fool represents new beginnings, innocence (as in “lack of knowledge of what you are getting into, not necessary a character trait) and risk-taking, it is all about facing the unknown with hope (and not enough preparation) – something that applies to the Pathfinder regardless of how they are played. New journeys, uncharted territories, development, and dangers to the unwary. It is also said sometimes that the Tarot represent The Fool's journey through life, so The Fool would represent the main character of the story, by definition. The Magician – SAM. It is associated with skill, logic and capability, and SAM is a trick up the Pathfinder's sleeve. Tech and data whiz. Hidden abilities, doing the impossible. SAM is a “space magic” explanation with his near-clairvoyance. Unlike The Fool that gets a lot done through sheer guts and luck, The Magician is, first and foremost, a face of resource-fullness – but also of being an unexpected. I've got a trick up my sleeve. Other ideas: - my original suggestion for The Magician was Reyes – it would also incorporate the charm and deceit that is sometimes present in the card, plus it would play well with his Charlatan persona. The High Priestess – Moshae. That one is pretty obvious, I think – knowledge, wisdom and understanding. Spiritual leadership. And also – knowledge hidden and secret not yet revealed. Wise old lady who knows much more than she tells. The Empress – Cora. This is a tough one to assign, but I eventually decided on Cora, because of the card's strong association with earth/gardens/growth, and because it's negatives are dependence on authority and waiting for guidance. Placing too much trust in others. Plus it's association with Demeter/Core The picture would probably feature Cora in battle armor, but presiding over a garden. The Emperor – Alec. Father figure, rigidity and determination, control and experience, initiative, leadership, willingness to do everything to protect the loved ones. Alec's leadership was what made this whole mess possible, and he can be considered the progenitor of the whole Initiative. The card would probably depict him in his Pathfinder glory, staring at the charts. Hierophant – Akksul. Unbending belief, charismatic leadership of a fanatical cause, tradition and group bonds, status quo and righteous causes. And Hierophant always has acolytes. Lovers – Jaal and Ryder. That one is pretty obvious. As many people in this thread expressed, their romance seems significant to the plot in the way the others aren't. It is about more than their personal destinies, it is about Lovers card representing choices and unions of people and ideas on a grander scale. Chariot – Tempest. To boldly go, being at the driving wheel of your destiny. Determination and wheel. Ideally, should be depicted powering through Scourge in a ring of fire. Although Nomad climbing up a steep hill – or hurtling from one – would also qualify. Strength – Drack. This is also one of the more obvious ones. The picture should probably represent Drack in full armor with all the guns, with baby Kesh clinging to his head – like the typical pictures usually have a woman petting a lion. Strength is both about physical strength and power, and compassionate/protective side. Badass Grandpa Drack, unstoppable and loyal, is exactly what the card is about. Hermit – Peebee. Among the Remnant ruins, with her omni-tool as a lantern. Isolation and search for knowledge, uncovered secrets and commitment issues. Isolation and self-absorbtion, but also discovery. Wheel of Fortune – Kadara, with Sloane and Reyes facing each other. Wheel of Fortune is revolutions and opportunities, and karma being a bitch that would bite you in the backside. Chasing fortune, changing fortune, making fortune and breaking it. Justice – Evfra. With a dagger, because Justice always carries a blade. Also one of the obvious ones. Fairness, being called to account and judged by your actions. Proving your worth. Swift decisions, and impossibility of lying. Also, victory. Hanged Man – Ryder sibling, in their cryo pod, upside-down. Suspension in time, sacrifice, things postponed and waiting. Standstill, a butterfly in chrysalis, awakening transformed when least expected. Death – Jaal. With his sniper rifle at the ready. With the pictures of various revelations that got thrown at him at the background. Transformation, endings and beginnings. Nothing is how it was before. Temperance – Vetra. With her hand on Sid's shoulder. Caution, mediation, groundedness, something to check impulsiveness, perseverance, adaptation and good judgment. Also, finding balance between different perspectives, and difficulty of doing so. Necessity of compromise. Devil – Archon. Another pretty obvious one, since domination, corrupting influence and being held against one's will is what the card is about. “You've taken slaves like ocean waves, now feel the ocean seethe”. Also, having that one idea you are hellbent on stuck in your head, obsession. Tower – Remnant Monolith. The one at Habitat 7, struck by lightning. Matches the iconic Tower image exactly. Disaster, upheaval, sudden change, revelation. And a disaster it is – both a testament to whatever happened to the Remnant, and the moment when it all went wrong for the Initiative. Ambitions built on false premises, that come crashing down. Also, fall. This is where the Pathfinder fell, and everything went to pieces, with the depth of our false premises revealed. Star – Suvi. Hope, faith and spirituality, reaching for the stars. Open mind and generous spirit. Other ideas – Jaal would also qualify, because of transformative experiences and, especially, finding confidence aspects. But who would be the Death then? Moon – Vederia, Avitus or Hajyer. Any new Pathfinder. I'd go with Vederia because she would look better at the card – mysterious maiden, facing the moon. The Moon is about uncertainty and illusions, insecurity and self-doubt. Potential that does not realize itself yet. Also, shining with a reflected light, saddled with a legacy too big to fill. The way is lost but might be found again. And the dreamers will still follow their dreams. Sun – Liam. He is one rain of sunshine. Warm and carefree. Giving it everything you've got. Positive attitude and enthusiasm. Also, bad ideas, and being in dire need of a reality check. Judgement – Akksul and Jaal stand-off. Dire need of self-examination, epiphany. Realization that you've been wrong, being condemned by your own actions. World – Meridian restored. Completion, end-game in literal and figurative senses. Integration, things made whole. Accomplishment, everything you were striving for coming together. Promises fulfilled. New roads are now open, and the journey continues, because business of The World is never finished. Thoughts? Sorry for the delay on that! Been super busy between work and the chapters, but I haven't forgotten, I promise! I really like this list already, though, my insights may not be needed, hahaha. I'll still do it of course, just give me some time.
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Post by PenDev0us on May 17, 2017 16:23:28 GMT
OOHH I've seen that one! I think I bailed a few chapters in though~ True that the fic isn't bad, I think it was the Scott focus that made me lose interest It is kind of weird - I am perfectly alright with m/m ships, but I specifically have no interest in Scott. Whatsoever. I hate that name, and his default appearance makes him look like a goofy frat boy. Sorry, dear twin, but I just can't take you seriously Yeah, I don't fully understand my cold shoulder towards Scott either... (I also like m/m ships) maybe its because when I play as Sara, he had so little impact plot wise than all the other characters... I mean, the Archon only kidnaps him because of SAM... And yet, if you play as Scott, its Sara that sits around being Archon bait, and Scott would act as you'd like him to... but I'd still prefer Sara regardless... I don't get the logic with this!
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Post by PenDev0us on May 17, 2017 16:25:10 GMT
I still can't get over the doofy looking ears They remind me of Wayne Rooney
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Post by Gwyvian on May 17, 2017 16:30:36 GMT
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Post by janalilith on May 17, 2017 16:33:55 GMT
Ok, so I am still thinking about the appropriate Tarot motifs. Here's a revised version, incorporating some of the suggestions from this thread. Also, Gwyvian I am still waiting for your expert Tarot opinion The Fool – Ryder. The picture should probably feature default Sara on the bridge of Tempest, facing the multiple suns with wonder in her eyes. The Fool represents new beginnings, innocence (as in “lack of knowledge of what you are getting into, not necessary a character trait) and risk-taking, it is all about facing the unknown with hope (and not enough preparation) – something that applies to the Pathfinder regardless of how they are played. New journeys, uncharted territories, development, and dangers to the unwary. It is also said sometimes that the Tarot represent The Fool's journey through life, so The Fool would represent the main character of the story, by definition. The Magician – SAM. It is associated with skill, logic and capability, and SAM is a trick up the Pathfinder's sleeve. Tech and data whiz. Hidden abilities, doing the impossible. SAM is a “space magic” explanation with his near-clairvoyance. Unlike The Fool that gets a lot done through sheer guts and luck, The Magician is, first and foremost, a face of resource-fullness – but also of being an unexpected. I've got a trick up my sleeve. Other ideas: - my original suggestion for The Magician was Reyes – it would also incorporate the charm and deceit that is sometimes present in the card, plus it would play well with his Charlatan persona. The High Priestess – Moshae. That one is pretty obvious, I think – knowledge, wisdom and understanding. Spiritual leadership. And also – knowledge hidden and secret not yet revealed. Wise old lady who knows much more than she tells. The Empress – Cora. This is a tough one to assign, but I eventually decided on Cora, because of the card's strong association with earth/gardens/growth, and because it's negatives are dependence on authority and waiting for guidance. Placing too much trust in others. Plus it's association with Demeter/Core The picture would probably feature Cora in battle armor, but presiding over a garden. The Emperor – Alec. Father figure, rigidity and determination, control and experience, initiative, leadership, willingness to do everything to protect the loved ones. Alec's leadership was what made this whole mess possible, and he can be considered the progenitor of the whole Initiative. The card would probably depict him in his Pathfinder glory, staring at the charts. Hierophant – Akksul. Unbending belief, charismatic leadership of a fanatical cause, tradition and group bonds, status quo and righteous causes. And Hierophant always has acolytes. Lovers – Jaal and Ryder. That one is pretty obvious. As many people in this thread expressed, their romance seems significant to the plot in the way the others aren't. It is about more than their personal destinies, it is about Lovers card representing choices and unions of people and ideas on a grander scale. Chariot – Tempest. To boldly go, being at the driving wheel of your destiny. Determination and wheel. Ideally, should be depicted powering through Scourge in a ring of fire. Although Nomad climbing up a steep hill – or hurtling from one – would also qualify. Strength – Drack. This is also one of the more obvious ones. The picture should probably represent Drack in full armor with all the guns, with baby Kesh clinging to his head – like the typical pictures usually have a woman petting a lion. Strength is both about physical strength and power, and compassionate/protective side. Badass Grandpa Drack, unstoppable and loyal, is exactly what the card is about. Hermit – Peebee. Among the Remnant ruins, with her omni-tool as a lantern. Isolation and search for knowledge, uncovered secrets and commitment issues. Isolation and self-absorbtion, but also discovery. Wheel of Fortune – Kadara, with Sloane and Reyes facing each other. Wheel of Fortune is revolutions and opportunities, and karma being a bitch that would bite you in the backside. Chasing fortune, changing fortune, making fortune and breaking it. Justice – Evfra. With a dagger, because Justice always carries a blade. Also one of the obvious ones. Fairness, being called to account and judged by your actions. Proving your worth. Swift decisions, and impossibility of lying. Also, victory. Hanged Man – Ryder sibling, in their cryo pod, upside-down. Suspension in time, sacrifice, things postponed and waiting. Standstill, a butterfly in chrysalis, awakening transformed when least expected. Death – Jaal. With his sniper rifle at the ready. With the pictures of various revelations that got thrown at him at the background. Transformation, endings and beginnings. Nothing is how it was before. Temperance – Vetra. With her hand on Sid's shoulder. Caution, mediation, groundedness, something to check impulsiveness, perseverance, adaptation and good judgment. Also, finding balance between different perspectives, and difficulty of doing so. Necessity of compromise. Devil – Archon. Another pretty obvious one, since domination, corrupting influence and being held against one's will is what the card is about. “You've taken slaves like ocean waves, now feel the ocean seethe”. Also, having that one idea you are hellbent on stuck in your head, obsession. Tower – Remnant Monolith. The one at Habitat 7, struck by lightning. Matches the iconic Tower image exactly. Disaster, upheaval, sudden change, revelation. And a disaster it is – both a testament to whatever happened to the Remnant, and the moment when it all went wrong for the Initiative. Ambitions built on false premises, that come crashing down. Also, fall. This is where the Pathfinder fell, and everything went to pieces, with the depth of our false premises revealed. Star – Suvi. Hope, faith and spirituality, reaching for the stars. Open mind and generous spirit. Other ideas – Jaal would also qualify, because of transformative experiences and, especially, finding confidence aspects. But who would be the Death then? Moon – Vederia, Avitus or Hajyer. Any new Pathfinder. I'd go with Vederia because she would look better at the card – mysterious maiden, facing the moon. The Moon is about uncertainty and illusions, insecurity and self-doubt. Potential that does not realize itself yet. Also, shining with a reflected light, saddled with a legacy too big to fill. The way is lost but might be found again. And the dreamers will still follow their dreams. Sun – Liam. He is one rain of sunshine. Warm and carefree. Giving it everything you've got. Positive attitude and enthusiasm. Also, bad ideas, and being in dire need of a reality check. Judgement – Akksul and Jaal stand-off. Dire need of self-examination, epiphany. Realization that you've been wrong, being condemned by your own actions. World – Meridian restored. Completion, end-game in literal and figurative senses. Integration, things made whole. Accomplishment, everything you were striving for coming together. Promises fulfilled. New roads are now open, and the journey continues, because business of The World is never finished. Thoughts? This is really great. You make sound arguments for all of these. Now, if only we could have a lovely artist design all of these lovely cards. I love tarot decks. I have about 4 different ones. I keep seeming to collect them. >.>
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Post by Psychedelic on May 17, 2017 16:33:57 GMT
If it's anything like Mordin's song in ME2, I'm keen to hear it Also, Jaal serenading Sara please, Bioware! This reminds me - when we first have the Angara show up on Nexus, and you walk into the Vortex the first time after that, there's than intense Angaran male up on the stage reciting something. The Angara are very serious about their poetry and arts, I feel. Did they fix the Vortex' stage with one of the patches? In my game it was always empty or had a bald woman standing there, who just, well, stands there and does nothing. I didn't notice any changes so far, but maybe I should visit the place more often. kestrel Yeah, Sara's new "makeover" wasn't to my liking but I just signed into my Scott playthrough and didn't realize they did it to him as well. He looked more natural to me before. Now he looks just as stoned as Sara in some cutscenes. What have they done to the eye tracking, there was nothing wrong with it before?
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on May 17, 2017 16:34:44 GMT
It is kind of weird - I am perfectly alright with m/m ships, but I specifically have no interest in Scott. Whatsoever. I hate that name, and his default appearance makes him look like a goofy frat boy. Sorry, dear twin, but I just can't take you seriously Yeah, I don't fully understand my cold shoulder towards Scott either... (I also like m/m ships) maybe its because when I play as Sara, he had so little impact plot wise than all the other characters... I mean, the Archon only kidnaps him because of SAM... And yet, if you play as Scott, its Sara that sits around being Archon bait, and Scott would act as you'd like him to... but I'd still prefer Sara regardless... I don't get the logic with this! I think, in hindsight, I preferred the DA2 siblings to the ME:A ones. The DA2 sibs felt like people. I could bring them around with me for a large part of the game. Sure, Bethany nagged and Carver was a tit, but it felt like a genuine family relationship. Though I liked the Ryder Family Secrets quest chain, generally the Ryders felt less like family, and more like plot ticket.
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Post by kestrel on May 17, 2017 16:35:57 GMT
Confession: I frequently forget Scott exists.
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Post by PenDev0us on May 17, 2017 16:36:05 GMT
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