![]() ![]() Meanwhile, even the menu becomes a navigable environment, a sort of mind palace holding the details of your investigation plus leads to follow and connect. We haven’t had a chance to play Alan Wake 2 yet, but in a hands-off presentation, we clearly saw how ambitious this action-horror game is, with another world often bleeding into the world your character is navigating. Co-protagonist and FBI agent Saga Anderson seeks to unravel the supernatural murder mystery in front of her while determining just what role the long-missing horror novelist Alan Wake has to do with it. Alan Wake 2 is set 13 years after its predecessor, but you don’t need to have played the original to understand what’s happening here. What you get is Alan Wake 2, one of this fall’s most anticipated games. Imagine a supernatural murder mystery drawing equally from Stephen King’s ’80s-era horror, David Lynch’s Twin Peaks, and network procedurals like Criminal Minds, and then throw them into a third-person action-horror framework reminiscent of Resident Evil. ![]() But bad news for Xbox One and PS4 players: Phantom Liberty is skipping older consoles.Īlan Wake 2 Rated M Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC (October 17) A political conspiracy involving the president and a secret agent played by Idris Elba, Phantom Liberty will also completely overhaul Cyberpunk’s systems and skills to provide a fresh-feeling experience across the entire game, along with additional improvements for the Xbox Series X and S and the PlayStation 5. Now the game is set to receive its only expansion, and after spending an hour playing it, I’m ready to believe again. But in the following years, developer CDProjekt has worked to fix and improve the game, introducing refinements to its neon-future dystopia and keeping it on the cutting edge of graphics technology. Players with the stomach for it are likely to find something pretty special here.Ĭyberpunk: Phantom Liberty Rated M Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC (September 26)Ĭyberpunk 2077 was the most anticipated game of 2020, but after multiple delays, its arrival was accompanied by a pile of technical problems and a game that wasn’t what everyone expected from the team behind The Witcher 3 and its expansions. It’s silly, for sure, and a fun contrast to the accessible, technical fighting behind Mortal Kombat 1. I spent some time with the game at this June’s Summer Game Fest and had to laugh at the graphical detail in the old Lycra-styled costumes and early ’90s fitness trainers, even as I winced at the higher-than-ever detail in all the blood and gore. Mortal Kombat 1 (named because it involves a complete reset of the series’s timeline and characters) is bringing 30 years of history to bear with reimaginings of the cast as well as so-called Kameo fighters, tag-team assistants that include hilariously faithful re-creations of old friends and foes. The Mortal Kombat games have set the modern standard for fun, full-featured single-player experiences in addition to the one-on-one fighting that the genre is known for-assuming that you’re cool with a lot of wildly over-the-top graphic violence. Mortal Kombat 1 Rated M PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (September 19) And for PlayStation players smarting over missing out on Starfield, Baldur’s Gate 3 launches on the PS5 on the same day, so it might scratch a similar itch. Plus, you can play with up to three friends, and there’s split-screen cooperative play. The buzz is well earned- Baldur’s Gate 3 is a huge game with an enormous amount of freedom and possibilities, along with an epic story and plenty of interesting characters to meet (and romance). Baldur’s Gate 3 continues the legendary PC RPG series based on the Dungeons & Dragons Forgotten Realms setting and has already generated years of buzz after an extended period of early access. If you’ve been craving an epic fantasy adventure where you can save the realms, find legendary treasures and villains, romance your companions, and, well, roll around as a big block of cheese for a while, your hopes and dreams are about to be answered. Baldur’s Gate 3 Rated M PC (August 3), PlayStation 5 (September 6), Xbox Series X|S (date TBA) ![]()
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![]() ![]() But this is now, and the SLK engine is a silky-smooth supercharged version with 185 horsepower that makes angry snarls while pulling like a bulldog. Like the 190, the SLK is powered by a four-banger. It’ s like a wedge-shaped sample of Mercedes’ sports-car history, harking back to the 190SL of the 1950s, which was an affordable four-cylinder alternative to the mighty 300SL roadsters and gull-wing coupes. Whatever you call it, the SLK is a sharp little automobile. The suspension tuning is a compromise, and one that helps erode the vision of SLK as a bona fide sports car. But many drivers will appreciate the extra comfort and long-legged touring-car abilities, while still being able to handle crisply with poise and precision. Personally, I’d like a slightly stiffer ride to enhance the sports-car allure. This is either good or bad, depending on your personal preferences. ![]() The ride is relatively soft, for a sports car, but good suspension geometry and a well-engineered rear setup make the SLK plenty of fun to throw around curves. The gauges are attractive but seem out of tune with the overall theme. ![]() But then, the gauges are vintage-looking, with parchment backgrounds and stylized type. The styling, by and large, is strongly postmodern, with industrial-type styles and textures throughout the appealing design. This is neither good nor bad, just interesting. In its interior styling, SLK seems unresolved in whether to be retro or postmodern. This was a big mistake, one that undoubtedly has caused prospective buyers to step into Porsche Boxsters and BMW Z3s instead of SLKs.Īs a result, the automaker has changed its mind, and stick-shift SLKs will be making their way to our shores later this year. drivers want automatic in Mercedes-Benz cars, so the decision was made not to offer stick shift in any of them, including SLK. The automaker says its market studies show U.S. In Europe, one can buy most Mercedes cars with stick shift, but not here. But this type of car cries out for stick shift. For an automatic, it works well enough, even downshifting electronically for braking and shifting manually, to a degree. Top down, SLK looks sleek and aggressive.įor ’98, SLK comes only with an automatic transmission. When up, the top looks kind of ungainly and too small for the body. Like most sports cars, the SLK looks better with its top down. It’s a marvel of engineering, a ballet of moving parts that open, close and fold away with the touch of a button. No one else has created a hardtop/convertible anywhere near as functional as this one. It folds away quickly, easily and completely, providing a true roadster experience. ![]() The hardtop provides a snug, quiet, weather-resistant cabin for two, eliminating the inevitable flapping, fading, tearing, vandalizing, etc., associated with cloth tops. In doing so, the two-seater makes compromises – some good, some not so good. The baby Benz complements Mercedes’ more expensive SL roadsters, and manages to combine the vibrant personality of a sports car with the stolid practicality of corporate Mercedes. No one disputes the fact that SLK is fun to drive and great to be seen in. In the motoring media, the question keeps being asked: Is the new Mercedes-Benz SLK230 really a sports car? ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Just like a regular Bomb, it clears the area around it. Bomb & Bomb – Bomb and Bomb is another powerful combo that clears a lot of blocks.It clears three (3) rows and three (3) columns in just one blast. Rocket & Bomb – The Rocket and Bomb combo is almost the same as the Rocket and Rocket combo, but on steroids.This creates a cross-like pattern that clears all the blocks and objects along its path. Rocket & Rocket – A two Rocket combo clears a column and a row at the same time.Here are the combos that you can use to clear more blocks in a single tap. You can do this by simply tapping on boosters that are adjacent to each other. It can clear all the blocks of the same color from across the board.ĭo you know that you can make your rockets and bombs even more powerful? How? By blasting them all together. However, it is worth it since it is the most powerful of all the boosters. ![]() Disco Ball: The Disco Ball is a bit harder to get since you will need to blast a 9-block cluster to create one.Specifically, an 8 block radius around it. Bombs are more powerful as they can clear the surrounding blocks once tapped. Bomb: Bombs are made whenever you tap a 7-block cluster with the same color.Horizontal rockets will clear a row, while vertical rockets will clear a column. This can either be oriented horizontally or vertically depending on how they were formed. As you tap that cluster, one of the blocks will change to a Rocket. Rocket: This booster can be obtained once you clear a cluster of five blocks with the same color.These are the Rockets, Bombs, and Disco Balls. Toon Blast features Boosters which are useful for clearing a lot of blocks and objectives. Well, if you think cheating is bad, especially for such a cuddly game like this, then let’s think of this as hints instead of Toon Blast cheats. For this reason, we are giving you our Toon Blast cheats and hints to make things easier. However, if you have played the game, you know too well how challenging it is once you start to go through the levels. Help your cute furry friends Cooper Cat, Wally Wolf, and Bruno Bear as you blast through the levels. Simple, right? But you will be amazed how this becomes challenging really fast. This will also blast off the obstacles near it. But, how do you do this? Just tap on the boxes with the same color that is adjacent to each other. Along with it are other objects and obstacles, such as balloons, crates, and more. At the start of each level, you are presented with a cluster of boxes bearing different colors. It is a casual puzzle arcade game that is both fun and challenging at the same time. Toon Blast is brought to you by Peak, the same game developer that made Toy Blast. But that is exactly what Toon Blast is all about! Who would have thought rockets and bombs could be in the same concept as being cute and cuddly. ![]() ![]() ![]() With all that in mind, keep reading to discover some of the best sandals for narrow feet. Find stylish ladies sandals with built-in arch support to keep you comfortable in any summer outfit The store will not work correctly in the case. Womens Ortholite Technology Clarks Weve noticed that your browser does not support JavaScript. Pro tip: Sometimes, reviewers report that opting for a full or half size down can get you a narrower footbed that still fits well. Womens Ortholite® inner soles wick away moisture and provide a cushioned footbed for all day comfort. Here, I found crucial sizing information, like a general consensus on footbed size (if the shoe runs wide, narrow, or average), as well as the tightness or looseness of the straps. The reviews section of Amazon can be a goldmine for those of us struggling to find the perfect size and fit. However, just because a sandals isn’t technically categorized as having a narrow width doesn’t automatically mean it won’t fit. Life would be much easier if all of our favorite shoe brands just carried narrow sizes, but unfortunately, that is rarely the case. You’ll find an adjustable element in almost every style of shoe listed ahead, which run the gamut from effortless slides to gladiator sandals to walking sandals. Whether that takes the form of Velcro, laces, or buckles, the ability to customize the snugness of a shoe is key for those with narrow feet. What To Look For When Shopping For The Best Sandals For Narrow Feet AdjustabilityĪdjustable straps are an essential feature for those with narrow feet. orthotics sandals withvio-motion support. To make your life easier, I scoured through them all so you don’t have to. Flat Feet, Fallen Arches & Narrow Heel Naot Innovate 40033 Rhinestone Dress Shoe Worishofer 562 Sling Back Sandal Arcopedico Shocks LS1151 Knit Upper Walking. But the beauty of online shopping is that, despite the fashion world’s lack of narrow-friendly sizing, there are thousands of reviews providing all the info you need to know about the best sandals for narrow feet. ![]() ![]() Unfortunately, narrow sizes aren’t as easy to come by as you may think (or wish). Finding a sandal that’s both comfortable and stylish can be a challenge, but even more so if you have narrow feet. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() As Maximus, first bishop of Turin, wrote in the early fifth century, “the martyrs protect us while we live in our bodies and take care of us after we have left our bodies. The well-to-do sought burial inside the church, usually under the floor or in a crypt, preferably as close to the altar as possible, since the bodies of saints or some of their relics were enshrined at or in the altars of churches, and the faithful wished to be buried in proximity to them. As in other cultures, medieval Christians were often interred with jewelry and emblems attesting to their rank and their faith excavated tombs have yielded important treasures ( 17.192.145 95.15.79). In the Christian kingdom of the Visigoths of Spain, simply decorated plaques of terracotta served to mark tombs ( 1985.147). For centuries the wealthy perpetuated the Roman tradition of carving marble sarcophagi with Christian narrative ( 1991.366) and emblems of their faith ( 25.120.590). ![]() In keeping with Roman and Jewish practice born of sanitary concerns, the first Christians were buried outside the city, often in subterranean catacombs, into the walls of which gold glass disks were set as memorial markers. While the story of the plague is well known, the artistic record from across medieval Europe offers a broad picture of various ways in which people coped with death, reflecting not only a keen awareness of its presence in daily life ( 17.190.306), but also of Christian belief in the afterlife and the desire to honor and memorialize the dead. Boccaccio’s descriptions of the pandemic of bubonic plague that struck Europe in the mid-fourteenth century highlight not only the horrors of the disease but also the inability of anyone, regardless of status, to escape it ( 69.86). This famous description of the Black Death appears in The Decameron, written by the Florentine humanist Giovanni Boccaccio, who goes on to describe the course of the rapidly fatal disease and also the speed with which the dead were buried. It spread without stop from one place to another until, unfortunately, it swept over the west … Such was the cruelty of heaven and to a great degree of man that between March and the following July it is estimated that more than 100,000 human beings lost their lives within the walls of Florence.” “In…1348 the deadly plague broke out in the great city of Florence…Whether through the operation of the heavenly bodies or because of our own iniquities, which the just wrath of God sought to correct, the plague had arisen in the east some years before, causing the death of countless human beings. ![]() ![]() Penetrate 3 additional targets with armor-piercing rounds in hunting, marksman, or sniper rifles. ![]() Ignore 35% of armor with firearms, archery, and spears at max level.You find weak spots in a target's armor and can use AP rifle bullets to shoot through multiple organic targets.Melt through more zombies at once during a blood moon-if you can avoid getting swarmed.Shoot through blocks without getting close!.Craft armor piercing rifle bullets and shoot through multiple targets, saving time AND ammo.It's not spectacular for other playstyles, though it does help other weapons hit a little harder. Being able to take out multiple targets at once from a distance, or pop open a POI without effort, is definitely a plus. This is an excellent perk for folks that enjoy the sniper life. It also makes your shots with rifles go through extra targets. Muffles your movements by an extra 50%.Ī Perception skill, The Penetrator unlocks armor-piercing ammo and makes your weapons ignore a percentage of enemy armor.Get 65% better at hiding in the shadows.Specialize in sneaking around in the dark and making less noise in general.Does not protect you from Blood Moon hordes.Paired with Advanced Muffled Connector mods, it can get you close enough in heavy armor to one-shot a zombie with your crossbow.Sneak a lot faster, making exploration quick and painless.Makes hiding 65% more effective at max level, which is a great way to avoid unwanted fights.If you don't spend the majority of your time in sneak mode, don't bother with this perk. To make it most effective, pair with melee weapons, bows, and Hidden Strike. For the average survivor, it isn't worth the investment. 'From the Shadows' is great for a very specific sort of player. ![]() This perk is a necessary part of a stealth build, where it helps turn you into a deadly assassin who can creep past unwanted fights before the zombies even know you're around.
![]() ![]() ![]() PlatinumGames is also currently developing Bayonetta 3 with Nintendo as the publisher and Babylon's Fall with Square Enix. It is unclear why PlatinumGames is no longer involved, but this was certainly one of the biggest projects on their docket and it's likely to be fairly significant blow to the studio. Granblue Fantasy Relink Platforms trailers amp everything we know. ![]() The game was intended to be a part of Cygames multi-pronged approach to bring the wildly successful license to international fans. alerted local officials to Prisoners are offered various projects while spending. Development will still continue, but be handled solely by Cygames’ internal development team." "While we, PlatinumGames, have been working with Cygames in co-development of the upcoming console game Granblue Fantasy: Relink, we officially announce our contract on the project has come to an end. PlatinumGames' statement indicates that Cygames chose not to renew their contract for development. "Going forward, Cygames will handle 100% of development internally." (HQ: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo President: Koichi Watanabe, hereinafter referred as “Cygames”) has recently been engaged in the co-development of the upcoming console game Granblue Fantasy: Relink together with esteemed developer PlatinumGames Inc.," the press release starts. "Tokyo-based video game publisher and developer Cygames, Inc. Now Cygames has announced that PlatinumGames will no longer be developing the console title and that it is being moved entirely to their internal development.Ĭygames announced this change in a short and somewhat terse press release that does not go into any reasoning on the subject. Even longer ago, Cygames announced a collaboration with action game experts PlatinumGames for a large scale PlayStation 4 RPG called Granblue Fantasy Relink. Just a few months ago, Cygames and Arc System Works announced a fighting game using characters from the title. Granblue Fantasy, a popular Japanese mobile RPG from Cygames, has been exploding into different types of games recently. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() They were also more likely to have felt inspired by the opportunity to write real memoirs with true political and historical weight. It’s safe to assume they demurred out of respect for the office. Previous presidents have generally passed on the kind of direct-to-consumer business model Trump is using to sell his picture book. Do the math on, say, 1 million copies sold, and you’ll see the potential. The autographed ones could net $200 each. Add shipping (the post office offers big discounts for mailing books) and other costs and Trump could still make $60 or even $70 a copy for the regular book. Although the numbers are closely guarded, it’s possible to get a book printed for about $4. With some back-of-the-envelope calculations, it’s possible to estimate the long-term profit. ![]() In the first two months after the book launched, sales reached $20 million, according to CNN reporting. It’s a president’s first post White House book, and for that reason alone, it’s going to be a must-have for the most fervent of the 75 million who voted for him in 2020.Īlthough the book will be priceless for some Trumpists, it will definitely provide a stream of revenue that the former president should be able to track to the last penny. But if you are hung up by these facts, you are not thinking about Trump’s book in the proper context.įor true loyalists, this book is more than photographs sandwiched in a hard cover. You can get photographer Pete Souza’s picture book about President Barack Obama for about $30, and Obama’s own memoir – 768 pages all written by him – for $25. Now, some of you may be thinking that the price of “Our Journey Together” is a bit steep. ![]() ![]() In addition to delicious burgers, you’ll definitely want to try some ice cream or a milkshake.īuchanan Fountain & Grille Menu > Champloo Desserts - SalemĬhamploo Desserts was the first to introduce the concept of rolled ice cream in Virginia’s Blue Ridge! At this quaint shop in Downtown Salem, you get to watch the step-by-step process of hand-crafted rolled ice cream that is turned into a delicious creation with a variety of ingredients and toppings. This historic soda fountain is located in Ransones Drug Store and features tile floors and classic stools. You’re stepping back in time at Buchanan Fountain & Grille on Main Street in the historic Town of Buchanan. If you’re especially hungry, you can also enjoy a Nathan’s Famous hot dog!īratcher's Ice Cream Parlor Facebook Page > Buchanan Fountain & Grille - Buchanan The menu includes cones, cups, milkshakes, sundaes and more. With its selection of classic arcade games and hand-dipped Hershey’s ice cream, Bratcher’s Ice Cream Parlor is a great place for a sweet treat in Virginia’s Blue Ridge that the kids will love. It’s also conveniently located at the base of Mill Mountain and along the Roanoke River Greenway.īlue Cow Ice Cream Flavors > Bratcher’s Ice Cream Parlor - Roanoke The shop specializes in craft ice cream and features all your favorite flavors, as well as other unique options like goat cheese with blueberry, brown butter pecan, and sea salt brickle with caramel. ![]() ![]() George Washington & Jefferson National ForestsĪ post shared by Јεƞƞψ Μαʀιε ☕️ on at 9:53am PDTīlue Cow Ice Cream Company has earned a reputation as one of the best ice cream shops in the region, and now they've expanded with additional locations in Virginia, opening shops in Virginia Beach & Fredericksburg.Milkster uses locally sourced ingredients and liquid nitrogen to make smooth, creamy ice cream to order. Watch your ice cream get made in a whole new way. Northville // 20570 Haggerty Rd, Northville, MI 48167 Madison Heights // 31055 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071 Eat your ice cream while watching the animals on the farm, including the cows who made it possible. The thick ice cream is perfect for a hot summer day.Ģ0737 Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236Ĭhocolate Bar Cafe is an old-fashioned soda fountain featuring Detroit made Alinosi ice cream & French superfine chocolates and candies, in addition to an array of in-house, fresh-baked cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. Ritters offers a rotating menu of custard and Italian ice. Livonia // 31227 West 8 Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48152īrighton // 5962 Meridian Blvd, Brighton, MI 48116 Pick out two cookies and ice cream flavor for a yummy ice cream sandwich. Have double the fun at Cool Jack’s and get two desserts in one. Sylvan Lake // 2530 Orchard Lake Rd, Sylvan Lake, MI 48320 Have plenty of napkins handy because the generous portion sizes might start to drip before you’re done. Ray’s is an old-fashioned ice cream shop that has been a RO staple for decades. The ice cream parlor is also a bar so let the kids get something sweet and you can take home a pint of alcohol infused goodness – we recommend SoCo ToCo (Southern Comfort Toasted Coconut). This local micro creamery is popular with kids and even more popular with parents. Northville // 120 E Main St, Northville, MI 48167 There are plenty of options to chose from and you won’t want to skip the Kashta, a Middle Eastern specialty.įarmington // 33314 Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI 48336 Shatila is home to all sweet treats in Dearborn. Carousal seats for kids and a massive menu of creative ice cream treat (including Guernsey hard serve and vegan options) that will have you coming back again and again. The perfect ice cream stop for the family. ![]() Head Downriver to find out the flavor of the day – they rarely have the same one twice!īeat the heat in Southwest with authentic Mexican fruit paletas (popsicle) and delicious ice cream. Treat Dreams offers up fun, funky flavors like Kooky Monster and Mac & Cheese at two metro Detroit locations. Taste test your way through 48 Guernsey flavors at the newly renovated restaurant and ice cream shop.įerndale // 22965 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220ĭetroit // 4160 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 Take the kids out for a treat and try some of our favorite ice cream shops around town. ![]() ![]() ![]() 3.2 Pirelli license T.35 variants (interwar and early War).It was also issued during the Spanish Civil War to the Nationalists and in Hungary to the Légoltalmi liga and other corps, in both cases the masks would still see use late after the Second World War in a variety of ways. After 1959, when the M59 was adopted, the T.35 kept being used for territorial use up until the '70s and training (both military and territorial) up until the '90s (according to a source possibly even into the '2000s). Only somewhat less hazardous- do not put on any respirator made prior to (approximately) 1960, which is when they changed from using asbestos paper filters to spun glass filters.The T.35 is the most widespread Italian gas mask in history, serving for several decades in all sorts of scenarios and configurations, as either a civilian, territorial, military or industrial mask.Īlthough initially developed only as a territorial gas mask, it was quickly picked up by the REI ( Regio Esercito Italiano, royal Italian Army) in 1935 for special duty in Ethiopia, and later it was used more and more, until in 1949 the M.31 and M.33 were completely ruled out of service in favour of the T.35, considered more practical and easier to maintain. This post brought to you by the Elves who drink Safe Tea (because elfin safe tea is very important). ![]() (Treat it from both ends.) There's always the risk that loose fibres have already escaped into the tube and mask (facepiece) though, so treat any mask with caution. ![]() Museums make them safe® for display by pouring glue (PVA adhesive, diluted with water) into the canister and letting it dry. ![]() They were fairly safe when manufactured (to the end user, less safe to the assembly workers), but time will have taken its toll. Obviously you should not risk breathing air that has passed through one of them, just on general principles. and release the asbestos fibres into the canister, from which they can escape into the atmosphere. This will degrade over time, due to damp, mould growth, insects, etc. The filter paper used in the canisters was made from a pulp of esparto grass with asbestos fibre added. (It's entirely possible that later canisters with green (and red) stripes also contain blue asbestos.) This is the "Contex" filter, intended to protect against Arsine (Arsenic Hydride), and that canister contains blue asbestos. The civilian (thin rubber) masks used substantially the same filter canister as the civilian duty type.Ī further caution: some respirators have an additional canister fixed to the front of the main filter and coloured green. the "Civilian Duty" variety with a substantial rubber mask that had the filter canister fitted to the front, contained white asbestos (chrysotile), which is somewhat less hazardous. The filter can contains blue asbestos (crocidolite), which is the worst kind. That particular bag is for the "Service" respirator, with the oval can on the end of a hose to the mask. I'm sure you've thought about it, but, if you do get a mask to go in it, be careful as some of the filters were asbestos based - someone on here will recall which ones - and over the years this has degraded leaving asbestos dust in the mask itself to be breathed in by the unwary!ĪLL WW2 respirator filters contained asbestos. ![]() |
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