![]() ![]() She spoke out against the ritual but her protests fell on deaf ears. To watch the two men she loved kill each other. Only Kobushi and Ageha were allowed to stand close by. The ritual required both men to fight to the best of their abilities. And Hotsuma was prepared to die, having made peace with his soul. All the clansmen of the Oboro were ready to call Moritsune their leader. Hotsuma believed his brother to be his superior in every way. Tradition and ritual was thrust upon them, a duel that could not be denied. The two of them would be pitted against each other in a battle to the death. Soon the boys learned that the two of them were first in line to be the leader of the Oboro Clan. The years passed and Hotsuma never felt he was his brother's equal. He had saved Ageha by offering the cursed sword a piece of his soul, anointed with blood.Īgeha became fiercely devoted to Moritsune, Hotsuma too wanting nothing more than to be like his older brother. When he returned with master Kobushi they found Ageha in tears, free from the sword, and Moritsune with Akujiki in hand, a vicious gash cut into his forehead. Hotsuma, at the behest of his brother, ran for help. One fateful day the three of them as children discovered the greatest treasure hidden by the clan, the most deadly weapon on Earth: the cursed soul devouring sword Akujiki. Both Hotsuma and Ageha worshiped Moritsune and Moritsune would do anything for them. They were trained by all the masters of the clan. It was quickly noticed by Kobushi that these three had potential far beyond others of their age. Together the three of them were raised by the Oboro clan elder Kobushi. Hotsuma, his brother Moritsune, and friend Ageha were orphaned as children. Japan has existed for a century under their protection. They have faced inexplicable odds, powerful magic and sorcery, and demons. Breakdown: The Oboro ninja clan has long protected the nation of Japan from the shadows. ![]()
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![]() ![]() ![]() Aluminum tiles are another durable, high-quality and contemporary alternative that can help brighten up any room by reflecting ambient lighting. Besides its durability, toughness and ease of use, copper is known for developing a distinctive patina that becomes more appealing over time. Copper tiles, for instance, are a popular option for their rich natural appearance and antique charm. Decorative Ceiling Tiles come in three main sizes: 20" X 20", 24" X 24" and 24" X 48", each with a wide range of material options to suit different styles, from Baroque to Contemporary. The first step in elevating a ceiling using tiles is to define their format, material and style. ![]() Below we explore how tiles can be used to enhance a plain ceiling, delving into their material and aesthetic possibilities, as well as presenting different methods for their proper installation. In various sizes and styles, these help designers fulfill their creative visions, providing a tailored solution for their specific needs and preferences. With this in mind, Decorative Ceiling Tiles provides an extensive selection of ceiling tiles ideal for residential and commercial settings. Image © Bernstein Associates Photographers Save this picture! Tin Ceiling Restoration - Montclair State Uni. Whether achieving a subtle textured finish or an intricate, eye-catching pattern, incorporating decorative ceiling tiles is a quick and cost-effective way to personalize a ceiling and instantly transform it into a unique design feature. These can be installed as a replacement for existing ceiling tiles or as part of a new construction project, offering endless design options for homeowners, interior designers and architects looking to add depth, dimension and visual interest to a room. Another option, particularly known for its ease of installation, extensive design options, and three-dimensional appeal, is the use of molded decorative tiles. Plain ceilings can be enhanced in many different ways, from using textured materials such as wood paneling or exposed brick to painting with a bold color or pattern. ![]() But to make the most of this potential, designers must not limit themselves to flat, unadorned white surfaces and instead view ceilings as a canvas for creative expression. They can complement a room’s aesthetic and create a bold statement by adding layers of texture, movement and color, ultimately defining a building’s tone and character. As Rasmus Wærn and Gert Wingårdh suggest in their book What is Architecture? And 100 Other Questions, “Ceilings have devolved from being the focal point of a room to being a zone for mechanical equipment.” And yet they have extraordinary creative potential.Īlthough often overlooked –and even commonly referred to as the “forgotten wall”– ceilings have the power to completely transform and elevate any space. Contemporary design, on the other hand, has shifted towards a sleek, minimalistic aesthetic one where plain white ceilings have become the norm in most modern buildings. We still find ourselves looking up in awe at these mesmerizing historical buildings, with our eyes drawn to their magnificent vaulted ceilings, remarkable truss structures or distinctive works of art depicting mythology, historical events and landscapes. Ceilings were once a symbol of grandeur and opulence, adorning grand buildings, churches and palaces with their intricate and elaborate designs. ![]() ![]() Construction was entrusted to clockmaker Edward John Dent after his death in 1853 his stepson Frederick Dent completed the work, in 1854. The designers were the lawyer and amateur horologist Edmund Beckett Denison, and George Airy, the Astronomer Royal. The clock's movement is famous for its reliability. The change was marked by a naming ceremony in which the Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bercow, unveiled a name plaque attached to the tower on the adjoining Speaker's Green. The Prime Minister, David Cameron, announced the change of name on 12 September 2012 at the start of Prime Minister's Questions. On 26 June 2012, the House of Commons confirmed that the name change could go ahead. This was thought to be appropriate because the large west tower now known as Victoria Tower was renamed in tribute to Queen Victoria on her diamond jubilee. On 2 June 2012, The Daily Telegraph reported that 331 Members of Parliament, including senior members of all three main parties, supported a proposal to change the name from Clock Tower to Elizabeth Tower in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in her diamond jubilee year. The usage persists in Welsh, where the Westminster district, and Parliament by extension, is known as San Steffan. Stephens" (the Palace of Westminster contains a feature called St Stephen's Tower, a smaller tower over the public entrance). As MPs originally sat at St Stephen's Hall, these journalists referred to anything related to the House of Commons as news from "St. Journalists during Queen Victoria's reign called it St Stephen's Tower. With a few exceptions, such as New Year's Eve and Remembrance Sunday, the bells are to be silent until the work is completed in 2022. Modifications have included adding a lift, re-glazing and repainting the clock dials, and upgrading lighting and repairing roof tiles among other improvements. On 21 August 2017, a four-year schedule of renovation works began on the tower. The clock tower has been part of a Grade I listed building since 1970 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. It is one of the most prominent symbols of the United Kingdom and parliamentary democracy, and it is often used in the establishing shot of films set in London. The tower is a British cultural icon recognised all over the world. The clock uses its original Victorian mechanism, but an electric motor can be used as a backup. ![]() Four quarter bells chime at 15, 30 and 45 minutes past the hour and just before Big Ben tolls on the hour. The origin of the bell's nickname is open to question it may be named after Sir Benjamin Hall, who oversaw its installation, or heavyweight boxing champion Benjamin Caunt. It was the largest bell in the United Kingdom for 23 years. ![]() On, celebrations were held to mark the tower's 150th anniversary.īig Ben is the largest of the tower's five bells and weighs 13.5 long tons (13.7 tonnes 15.1 short tons). ![]() All four nations of the UK are represented on the tower on shields featuring a rose for England, thistle for Scotland, shamrock for Northern Ireland, and leek for Wales. Dials of the clock are 22.5 feet (6.9 m) in diameter. Its base is square, measuring 40 feet (12 m) on each side. The tower stands 316 feet (96 m) tall, and the climb from ground level to the belfry is 334 steps. When completed in 1859, its clock was the largest and most accurate four-faced striking and chiming clock in the world. The tower was designed by Augustus Pugin in a neo-Gothic style. ![]() The official name of the tower in which Big Ben is located was originally the Clock Tower, but it was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012, to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II. 51☃0′03″N 0☀7′28″W / 51.5007°N 0.1245°W / 51.5007 -0.1245īig Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the striking clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, England, although the name is frequently extended to refer also to the clock and the clock tower. ![]() ![]() Let the garlic heat in the oil/juices of the chicken thighs for 1 minute. Remove the chicken thighs from the pan and place directly on top of the mixture in the bottom of the baking dish.Īdd the minced garlic to the same skillet that you cooked the chicken thighs and turn the heat source off. Once hot, place the chicken thighs in the oil.īrown for 3-4 minutes, flip and then brown on the other side for 3-4 minutes. Then in a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. First, season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides, set aside. It is now time to brown the chicken things. Set the dish aside and leave the remaining cream sauce in the bowl.īrowning the chicken thighs will give them extra flavor and will decrease the overall cook time for the casserole. Then pour enough of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish so that it covers the bottom. In a large bowl add the uncooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, milk, broth/water, salt/pepper to taste, garlic powder, sliced mushrooms, and broccoli florets to the bowl and stir. Set the pan aside while you prepare the sauce. You can use either an 8 x 8 inch square baking dish or an 11 x 7 inch rectangular to make Smothered Chicken and Rice Casserole. The first step is to preheat the oven and spray a medium size baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
![]() ![]() Fortunately, there's a wired networking solution that allows high speed Ethernet to bridge over the existing coax cable (cable TV) network in the home. With the family room and bedroom on the opposite side of the house, expanding the wired Ethernet network conventionally would have been labor intensive. My parents' Ethernet network is limited to the home office and a small bedroom directly above it. I recommended that they switch to a wired network connection for a faster and more reliable solution. ![]() Prior to me coming home for Labor Day, they set up an Apple TV on the wireless network. My mom, who has rented Netflix DVDs for a while, wanted to start streaming her favorite shows in the family room and bedroom rather than waiting for disks. MoCA adapters are generally backward compatible but will run at lower speeds when used with older versions.Like many existing homes, my parents' home has a limited wired Ethernet network and a wireless (Wi-Fi) network covering the rest.Using MoCA over RG-6 coax cables is best, but it may still work over older cables.Coax amplifiers and splitters will need to support the frequencies of up to 1625 MHz used by MoCA.If this sounds too advanced for you, you could consider Powerline adapters, which I discuss in MoCA vs. In this configuration, you would need at least two MoCA adapters. Xfinity uses 1150 MHz frequencies for MoCA on LAN networks. ![]() The most straightforward workaround is to prevent communication with the Fios/ Xfinity devices by configuring the MoCA adapters to use D-band high-end frequencies at 1400 Mhz and above. Fios/Xfinity: Some people have experienced compatibility issues when using Xfinity DVRs, as they communicate using MoCA frequencies. ![]() MoCA is incompatible with Satellite TV, Dish, Direct TV, and AT&T U-verse TV, which use the same frequency bands.MoCA POE Filters block 1 GHz frequencies and also reflect them, which improves MoCA communication.įind MoCA 2.5 Adapters on Amazon (affiliate link).įind MoCA POE Filters on Amazon (affiliate link).įind MoCA-compatible Coax Splitters on Amazon (affiliate link).Ĭheck out my Ultimate Cable Internet Wiring & Optimization Guide for additional cable setup guidance. To ensure that the MoCA communication is not accessible by a neighbor, you'll need to ensure that the coax cable coming into your home has a MoCA POE Filter.If your MoCA adapters don't come with coax splitters and you are connecting multiple cables, you'll need MoCA compatible coax splitters that support up to 1625 MHz.If your MoCA adapters don't come with coax cables, you'll need short RG-6 coax cables to connect each adapter to the wall.If your MoCA adapters don't come with Ethernet cables, you'll need Cat 6 or Cat 6a Ethernet cables for each adapter.MoCA adapters may come with short Ethernet cables, coax cables, and a coax splitter. If your router does not support MoCA, or you want to create a separate coax network for MoCA, then you'll need at least two MoCA adapters.Īctiontec ECB7250 Bonded MoCA 2.5 Network Adapter.If you have a router that supports MoCA already, you need a minimum of one additional MoCA adapter.Setting up a MoCA Home network is quite simple, as it often requires no software configuration. What You Need to Set Up a Home MoCA Network Some modems may include built-in MoCA support, making it so that you only need a single adapter.Įxample MoCA Home Network Kevin Jones / TechReviewer That's it! MoCA adapters are typically plug and play, meaning that no additional configuration is required.The computers connect to the MoCA adapters with Ethernet cables. Upstairs, you can provide Internet access to each computer by connecting MoCA adapters to nearby coax outlets.The MoCA adapter is then connected to the modem using an Ethernet cable. You can share the downstairs coax outlet with the cable modem by using a MoCA-compatible coax splitter.Suppose you have a cable modem downstairs and multiple computers in various rooms upstairs which need Internet access.Multi-node configurations can also function as an Ethernet hub. MoCA adapters behave like an extension for an Ethernet cable. MoCA was initially developed for streaming video over the Internet for set-top boxes and smart TVs but is now available for general use in home networks.Ī pair of MoCA adapters allows you to use a coax cable for Ethernet communication. MoCA, which stands for Multimedia over Coax Alliance, is a standards group that defined how networking can occur over coax cables via MoCA Adapters. ![]() ![]() Avoiding conflicts equates to not levelling up your combat skill however, in Pillars of Eternity, no XP for combat is rewarded, making stealth builds a viable option, at least for me for the first time. Such skill checks don’t accomplish much in most RPGs. In true RPG fashion, these decisions come into play not only as what your character can accomplish in the world but also as skill checks in conversations, sometimes allowing players to bypass entire battles needlessly using resources. Players begin the game by creating a character and all the various decisions we’re familiar with in any RPG, assigning stats and class to the character except for the character’s appearance. The game retains its feel from older titles likes Baldur’s Gate and Icewind Dale, featuring 3-D models of characters over beautiful 2-D prerendered backgrounds, adding to the dark mystic aesthetic the game goes for. Pillars of Eternity is an Isometric RPG that features party-based pausable combat.
![]() ![]() This is because these wires don’t have LEDs mounted on them. The wire connector is a great way to cover corners and other areas of your space where you don’t need light. ![]() They are great for extending the length of your LED light strips. These wire connectors have clips on both ends so you can use them to connect two LED light strips with each other. That is where the solder-free LED wire connectors come in handy. Solder-Free LED Wire Connector : Your project might require your LED light strips to go around a corner or an unusual shape. Plastic clips keep the LED strips in place and the connection secure.Ĭ). It is also compatible with dimmable LED strip lights. You can use this connector to connect single color and RGB LED ribbon lights together. It has enough space to connect multiple LED strips with each other. That is where this larger solder-free LED strips lights connector comes in to play. Solder-Free LED Strip Lights Connector : While hippo clips are great for connecting individual LED light strips with each other, they don’t have enough space to connect parallel LED tapes to each other. You can use this connector to connect single color and RGB LED lights strips together.ī). In either case, these connectors help you extend the distance your LED light strips can cover effectively. You can use these connectors to connect two strips together or even connect your LED strip to the power supply. The ‘buckle’ on the connector keeps the strips in place once installed. You simply have to install one end of your strip to the hippo buckle connector to connect two strips together. This connector has space for LED light strip on each of its two ends. Hippo Buckle LED Strip Lights Connector : Hippo Buckle light strip connector lets you connect two LED strips with each other easily. Two LED strips can be joined with each other using a male to male clip. The easiest way to connect two LED strips together is to use a LED light strip connecting clip. There are two ways to connect LED tapes with each other: 1. You can connect multiple strips together to light larger spaces and unusual nooks and crannies. This is actually one of the greatest benefits of choosing LED tape lights. Unless you’re lighting a very small project, chances are you will need to cut and connect LED light strips with each other. How to Connect LED Light Strips With Each Other This guide is applicable to different led strips, including rgb led strip china, 5730 led strip, cob led strips, smd 5730, 5050 led strip lights, 3014 led, 2835 led strip, 2216 led strip, rgb addressable led lights. Read on to learn more about how to connect and install LED light strips. This may seem like a daunting task but it is fairly simple if you follow some basic steps. Harrowing isn’t it? However, buying and connecting LED strips take all that hassle away and help you realize your creative lighting dreams.Ĭhoosing flexible LED ribbon lights to light your space is a no-brainer. Imagine working on a DIY accent lighting project in your home with traditional sources of light. And they allow you to be as creative as you want with your lighting projects. Flexible LED light strips help you light unusual places where traditional sources of lighting simply cannot reach. They provide a lot of variety in terms of color and size. They are an efficient, eco-friendly solution to your lighting needs. There is so much to love about LED light strips. ![]() ![]() The one-click transfer feature makes it easy to transfer all my data from one device to another without any hassle. I really appreciate how easy it is to use Syncios Data Transfer. VALUE FOR MONEY: At $39.95 for a one-year license, Syncios Data Transfer provides excellent value for its price.Quality: The software is well-coded and reliable, with no known bugs or issues.Service: The company offers frequent updates and improvements to the software.Support: Syncios provides excellent customer support through email and online chat.EASE-OF-USE: The software is easy to use, with a simple and intuitive interface. ![]()
![]() ![]() Just in case youre curious, the practice of carving out pumpkins at Halloween is centuries old. They feature lots of pumpkins because Halloween is never complete without a few jack-o-lanterns thrown in. The coloring sheets depict the most typical scenes associated with Halloween. If you want to extend the fun around Halloween and help your child explore this tradition from all angles, our Halloween coloring pages are the perfect way to go. Your child gets to hang out with their friends and collect candy in an exciting and well-constructed setting. Trick or treating is one of the most child-friendly activities out there. Read Also: Where To Watch Halloween 1978 For Free Trick Or Treat With Our Halloween Coloring Pages Its never too early or late in the year to spread Halloween fun! We hope that you really enjoyed bringing some color to all of these scary scenes that we have prepared for you.ĭont forget that you can also share this Halloween collection with other people you know to enjoy as well. That will conclude this super spooky collection of free Halloween coloring pages for kids! Its harmless fun all the way! Halloween Coloring Pages Which Will You Choose Too much candy can get kids in trouble with the dentist, but they can color as much they want with our collection of candy coloring pages. If your child believes Halloween is all about candy, be sure to download a bunch of our candy coloring pages. We also have some ghost, zombie, and skeleton coloring pages for kids and adults that want something to haunt the imagination. For instance, you can download our pumpkin coloring pages if you want to immerse yourself fully in the theme of Halloween. Our Halloween coloring sheets are meant to bring more excitement to your childs life, and weve got more where that came from. Click the link above and you will be redirected to the page where you can color and/or download it. You can download and print it if you like traditional coloring, but you can also color it on your device if you are more into digital artwork. Here is another Happy Halloween design that is suitable for kids and adults alike. Halloween Coloring Pages for Kids | Maple Leaf Learning Playhouse ![]() ![]() I have made 6 older quake maps, most of which (for different Very intense gameplay.ĭM3-ish / Slopy / DM6-ish / Paprika / Kasteel / Soepke Quake mod: play an SP game in any DM map, monsters spawn in at a rapid rate, your goal is to not get cornered and kill 'em as fast as possible. 14 maps where entered, andĪre all available to play in this pak, including a convenient start map.Ī lot of high quality and original mapping! Review here.Ī 100 brush map by yours truly can be downloaded here, screenshots here. In december I organized a mapping competition (on theĬan still be found here) which required the entrants to make a Q1SP usingĪt most 100 brushes (!) and custom textures. Same items as DM4, but slightly "optimized"Ĥ/5: ".I found it a really enjoyable map both as a 1-on-1 game or as aĤ player FFA"] [MPQĪ DM4 imitation I slapped together in 1 day. Meant for duels or tiny ffa only, feels a bit crampedĪt times but thats part of the fun. Same connectivity & items as DM2, but is a lot smaller and will feelĬompletely different. a high mobility, high energy gibfest"Īnother map in my "ish" series, this one again has the Gets a nice reviewĪt The Bighouse: "The emphasis here is on gameplay, gameplay, gameplay"Īnd ". Screenshots of the otherĪ remake of DM4-ish for Q2. 8 top quality 4on4 teamplay maps made by a group of UK mappers. You how to get around the map in a few seconds (qwd, 50kb) The final map in my series of id quake map remakes, moreĬompact, more connected, and easier to get round than the original, with ![]() Not as good as some of my previous maps, butĮxtremely experimental Q3 map that consists entirely Harsh lighting,ĭressed up in own textures. Very splashable vertical gameplay, items that require jumps etc.Īnother "ish" remake, of Q3's DM6, for quake. MyĪ surprise new map after 20 years of inactivity :) Not particularly detailed, but all aboutĪ certain style of gameplay: a circular layout, no RA (but 2x (MH+GA) pairs to complement the YA), I recently organized the Vendetta QW NA 2on2 tournament. My maps are used in a quake series 60 port. Read my maps / games / 3dengine related column Quake mod (play an SP game in any DM map).Ī lot of 1hr speedmaps of mine can be found here. Other map related stuff that can be found here:Ī WAD2 remipmapping tool I wrote (converts Reverse chronological order (older ones are on a seperate page). That are created a set of 8 teamplay maps). Project to date has been organizing the UKPAK project (a group of UK mappers Besides all the cheesy "ish" remakes, my biggest Aardappel's Quake Maps NEW on this page: Tourist beta released!Įxcept for the odd Q3/Q2/Doom2 map, these mapsĪre all for Quake 1 DM. ![]() |
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