Rurik Harrgath Posted December 27, 2022 Report Share Posted December 27, 2022 "A Tarnished of no renown. Cross the fog, to the Lands Between, to stand before the Elden Ring... and become the Elden Lord." Challenge Inspiration: Although I've only just dipped my toes into the immersive, expansive world of Dark Souls and by extension, its spiritual successor the MMO Elden Ring, what bleak, grim darkness and unusual imagery of its mythlore I've seen feels like a metaphor for the trials and tribulations of life itself, and to a lesser extent the woebegone struggles of depression and mental health even above and beyond that. Surely the concept of failing over and over until one sees the order of things through the chaos of strife, crushed and torn asunder but finding the grace to rise once more after each crushing defeat, to eventually overcome your foes is the perfect analogy for these chronicles I've written about life in this mortal shell... isn't it? With that in mind, allow me to introduce myself here as Rurik, the Hexbane, Ashen One and Blood Hunter unextraordinaire; an enigmatic Tarnished swordsman of little renown but raised beneath a mantle of deep potential... if one may but seize it. Is he destined to reforge the Elden Ring and become Elden Lord, or shall he fall beneath the blades of the dark, mighty foes of The Lands Between time and again unending? In this 5-week challenge, we shall find out. Taken from my Battle Log: Quote Herein lies my framework, my intention for the new year. My overarching theme going forward into 2023 is Fire versus Rot; a raging flame of vitality and vigor against the rot of stagnancy or surrendering to complacent existence without deeper guidance. It is far too easy to feel swept up by events surrounding us. I have too many tasks on my to-do list, I feel too tired today, my mental health is suffering a bit more than usual (which can be saying something), and I'm walking unusual and unknown places in a strange new world which has left me remiss and adrift on a raft without a paddle - and yet, there can be more than this. So much more. So we dip our limbs into water and begin to coerce our craft forward, lumbering at first as the struggle overpowers our efforts, but eventually there is purpose and there is confidence as strength growths, an inner fire that births monstrous ferocity and determination to overcome our struggles even when they feel insurmountable... And sometimes that struggle still conquers us. But, as with all Souls-style video games, we rise again once more. No struggle overcomes us permanently (except, save perhaps death itself) and we begin anew with a finer appreciation for the boss battle to be waged ahead. The turning of the wheel become visible and eventually obvious. We see the telegraphic pattern of order through the chaos. So not only may we endure, but perhaps, even surely - we overcome. For to fail to rise again is to court rot to overtake this enigmatic existence. Goals are all well and good, truly, and yet goals by their very definition are merely a hope. What is more concrete than any goal would be more akin to a purpose, a driving fire of ambition; an ember can be kindled with but a little fuel, but unleashed as a conflagration when truly embraced and given nourishment and direction... an inescapable conflagration to consume the stagnancy of indolence, the potential rot of listless, complacent existence. Every nourishing meal rather than self-indulgent snacking builds our fire, and by extention fuels our vigor. Each striving workout fans the flames of ambition, building endurance and might. Every task conquered unleashes the fire to become a storm of momentum, making no goal unattainable through my means. Herein let us forge that fire. MAIN QUESTS: [HATRED]: Three garage gym workouts per week. [VIGOR]: Row 5 minutes or more 5 times per week. [DISCIPLINE]: Check-in on the Forums 4 times per week. [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: Don't eat like an Asshole (Every. Single. Day.) Let it begin then. 9 3 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted December 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 27, 2022 I don't usually love Issy but I do love this video. Here shall it be written... Week 0: [HATRED]: ☑☑☐ [VIGOR]: ☑☑☑☑☐ [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☑☐ [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☑☐☑☑ Week 1: [HATRED]: ☑☑☐ Two workouts were completed, the second of which was a full dumbbell Push routine before and in addition to my Simple & Sinister kettlebell workout, and I was sick the first chunk of the week. Good enough! [VIGOR]: ☑☑☑☑☐ Only missed one row because I left it for the weekend and we ended up busy with house stuff (which doubly included updating the garage gym functionality so I ain't the least bit upset!) [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☑☐ Three updates and more regular posting in years so I'm calling that a win nonetheless. [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☑☑☑☑ Perfect MFP tracking and don't-eat-like-an-asshole week achieved! Score: 84%. Week 2: [HATRED]: ☑☑☑ Push/Pull/Push with two S&S done. Gonna aim for 5 dumbbell days this week, Push/Pull/Legs/Push/Pull with M/W/F Simple & Sinister to wrap up. [VIGOR]: ☑☑☑☑☐ Fell into the weekend trap and got busy, again, but still happy with 4/5 at this point! [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☑☑ this is probably my longest posting streak in years [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☑☑☑☑ Saturday we ordered Chinese, and then made brownies, so that might be asshole-adjacent but I fully tracked during and made fully aware decisions without guilt. That’s a win in my books! score: 94.7% Week 3: [HATRED]: ☑☑☑☑☑ Worked all the outs. [VIGOR]: ☑☑☑☑☐ Missed one row. [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☑☑ Posting back on track! [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☑☑☑☑ Last week was a bit of a refeeder that had my calories around maintenance rather that weight loss. Still tracked, still a victory, but something I want to tighten up this week. Score: 95.24% Week 4: [HATRED]: ☑☐☐☐☐ Only one half-arse workout after being sick and worn out all week. [VIGOR]: ☐☐☐☐☐ No rows, but was happy to get more active toward the end of the week and do some outdoor exploring around our lands. [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☐☐ Honestly had little to nothing to report throughout the week, although I did my weekly report and then another update. [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☑☑☑☑ Kept my oath, only taint-adjacent a day or two, and tracked it all. Score: 47.62% Week 5: 3 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Everstorm Posted December 27, 2022 Report Share Posted December 27, 2022 36 minutes ago, Rurik Harrgath said: Goals are all well and good, truly, and yet goals by their very definition are merely a hope. What is more concrete than any goal would be more akin to a purpose, a driving fire of ambition; an ember can be kindled with but a little fuel, but unleashed as a conflagration when truly embraced and given nourishment and direction... an inescapable conflagration to consume the stagnancy of indolence, the potential rot of listless, complacent existence. Every nourishing meal rather than self-indulgent snacking builds our fire, and by extention fuels our vigor. 💜 1 Quote Life before Death Strength before Weakness Journey before Destination Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted December 28, 2022 Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 Here for you again. Hugs about the mental health, it's not been an easy three years, and mental health issues have been even harder to deal with than normal. 2 Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
spezzy Posted December 28, 2022 Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 Getting to the garage gym: 3 4 1 Quote Current Challenge - Instagram “There's only one rule that I know of, babies—God damn it, you've got to be kind.” Link to comment
Rhovaniel Posted December 28, 2022 Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 Sounds like getting to the garage gym for you guys is the warm up! Following for the inspirational badassery about to go down as usual! 1 Quote “All You Have To Decide Is What To Do With The Time That Is Given To You.” - Gandalf The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Dúnedain Ranger: Volume One: Wintering, Volume Two: Winter is Passing, Spring is Near, The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Volume Three: Reborn into Spring, Rhovaniel Batltes the PEWS (late spring challenge) Spring Goals: Run consistently w/out pain| Complete StrongViking| Reduce BW to 3kg (77kg)| Read stock book| Consistently meal prep| Finish Thesis writing| Sort out nosebleed issue | Complete 100km canoe adventure!! Spoiler Previous Challenges: 1|2|3|4|5|6|7|8|9|10|11|12|13 14| 15|16|17|18|19|20|21|22|23|24|25|26|27| 28 29|30 Link to comment
DarK_RaideR Posted December 28, 2022 Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 Here to bully you into a more frequent post rate. Hopefully* *you'd better 3 Quote Lvl 53 Multitasker Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted December 28, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 21 hours ago, Tanktimus the Encourager said: Here for you again. Hugs about the mental health, it's not been an easy three years, and mental health issues have been even harder to deal with than normal. The battle rages on with or without us; at least with us, we're along for the ride, and the experience is kinda neat. 🤷♂️ 18 hours ago, spezzy said: Getting to the garage gym: 13 hours ago, Rhovaniel said: Sounds like getting to the garage gym for you guys is the warm up! Following for the inspirational badassery about to go down as usual! In all honesty, getting to the gym itself isn't quite so arduous... however, the real warm up is keeping warm while the heater brings the temperature to something resembling manageable where the raw metal of barbells or kettlebells doesn't actually stick to bare flesh 😆 6 hours ago, DarK_RaideR said: Here to bully you into a more frequent post rate. Hopefully* *you'd better aha! but i am here to evades your bullies! oh noes i faileds *splat* 3 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted December 28, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 [Rise, Tarnished Quest Log] Challenge Journal: December 28, 2022. Weight: 237.2lbs Seem to be down a few el-bees already so that's a bonus I wasn't expecting yet. It's been easier than anticipated to not eat like an asshole the past few days. Strangely we've been doing a lot of baking the last few weeks (too many episodes of Holiday Baking Championship... who even am I these days?) but that's been a fun experiment in culinary alchemy. However, not best for waistline. However however, we've found out you can get a sugar-free brownie mix from Walmart and sub-out the oil requirements for an extra egg and 1/2cup of Greek yogurt instead. Ignore our gods-awful counter and flooring. That'll be modernized in the spring! I'm a big fan. Now we're gonna mess around with healthier frosting alternatives to still enjoy a dessert treat without the blow to the constitution score Anyway, that's all I've got for now. Enjoy some samurai #MomoaAllDayEveryDay for your Wednesday viewing pleasure As it turns out, there have been just a few fancy new Jason Momoa gifs since I was posting regularly... MAIN QUESTS: [HATRED]: ☐☐☐ I did enough manual labor today to probably qualify as a workout, but I want to move away from that philosophy toward actual fitnessing. [VIGOR]: ☑☐☐☐☐ I rowed after the aforementioned work today so I'm gonna need to go 4/4 over the rest of this week to catch up! [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☐☐ First real update post not including posting the challenge itself, but since it's Week Zero and I posted the challenge on Tuesday, I'ma count both 😛 [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☐☐☐☐ I'm on day 3 of MyFitnessPal tracking more or less every calorie in, and was only asshole-adjacent the other day! 5 1 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
spezzy Posted December 28, 2022 Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 12 minutes ago, Rurik Harrgath said: As it turns out, there have been just a few fancy new Jason Momoa gifs since I was posting regularly... ...maybe the power behind posting is an unlimited supply of momoa gifs? 2 Quote Current Challenge - Instagram “There's only one rule that I know of, babies—God damn it, you've got to be kind.” Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted December 28, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 28, 2022 4 minutes ago, spezzy said: ...maybe the power behind posting is an unlimited supply of momoa gifs? You're damn right; one can never have too many Momoa gifs, it's true. 2 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted December 29, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 29, 2022 [Rise, Tarnished Quest Log] Challenge Journal: December 29, 2022. Weight: 231.4lbs Building momentum. On Thor's Day we continue the act of discovery and creation, of beating a smithing hammer against the promethean anvil to forge anew the carapace of armor which shields our fragile bodies against disease and strife. Row done. Even kept my work boots on to do it lest I become distracted by something while in the house I wouldn't be upset if I can maintain a 2:00/500m pace going forward either! Strangely saw 231.4 on the scale this morning... cause for cautious optimism that I was holding some carb water weight when I first weighed a couple weeks ago 🤷♂️ can't complain and I'll take it. MAIN QUESTS: [HATRED]: ☐☐☐ Not yet! [VIGOR]: ☑☑☐☐☐ Got it done. [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☑☐ Well met, fellow challengers. [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☐☐☐☐ Behind in calories for the day already so that'll help the rest of my day still. 6 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
sarakingdom Posted December 30, 2022 Report Share Posted December 30, 2022 5 hours ago, Rurik Harrgath said: Row done. BRB coming over to use your erg. 2 Quote I felt like I could run forever, like I could smell the wind and feel the grass under my feet, and just run forever. Current Challenge: #24 - Mrs. Cosmopolite Challenge Past: #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11a & #11b, #12, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, #19, #20, #21, #22, #23 Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted January 2 Author Report Share Posted January 2 [Rise, Tarnished Quest Log] Challenge Journal: The 2nd day of January, in the year 2023. Weight: 240.0lbs Sadly it looks like that 231.xlbs on the scale was just my astrologers misreading the Heavens, maybe the Fates mocking me or something perhaps. But that's motivation to find it again, since I've designed my challenge game around upgrading my armaments at 230lbs. So it's the first update of the first challenge of the new year! That's exciting... or something. I hope everyone is feeling recharged after the holidays and ready to get back at it and get stuck in! I would sooo workout in armor... if I had any! #protectiongoals Last week didn't end up super perfect but considering what the years months weeks before looked like, I'm pretty damn happy with how it went down. Now I'ma need to channel more of that and get back into something resembling fighting shape. Maybe a reward is in order to help raise those rookie numbers... MAIN QUESTS: [HATRED]: ☑☑☐ Two Simple & Sinister workouts completed. [VIGOR]: ☑☑☑☑☐ 4/5 rows completed. [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☑☐ 3 updates on the Forums! [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☑☐☑☑ Tracked and didn't-eat-like-an-asshole'd every day except New Years, which wasn't even all that bad, it just felt like a good day to reset. Anyway, it's Monday. Time to get after it. Praise the Sun and here's your #MomoaMonday offering to the Gods of Gainz! It's the first #MomoaMonday of 2023 too! I'll just be over here channeling this energy, don't mind me. On 12/29/2022 at 10:43 PM, sarakingdom said: BRB coming over to use your erg. It's ready and waiting with a propane heater right beside it! 7 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Everstorm Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 9 minutes ago, Rurik Harrgath said: Sadly it looks like that 231.xlbs on the scale was just my astrologers misreading the Heavens, maybe the Fates mocking me or something perhaps. The scale is a cruel master. And a liar. 10 minutes ago, Rurik Harrgath said: I would sooo workout in armor... if I had any! #protectiongoals Right?!? I am getting some crafting ideas now... 1 Quote Life before Death Strength before Weakness Journey before Destination Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 The scale can be cruel. Don't believe it. Build muscle and let the fatty tissue take care of itself. 1 Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
Rhovaniel Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 4 hours ago, Rurik Harrgath said: Anyway, it's Monday. Time to get after it. Praise the Sun and here's your #MomoaMonday offering to the Gods of Gainz! It's the first #MomoaMonday of 2023 too! I'll just be over here channeling this energy, don't mind me. Damn.... How does a man look that majestic with his trousers round his ankles? 1 1 Quote “All You Have To Decide Is What To Do With The Time That Is Given To You.” - Gandalf The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Dúnedain Ranger: Volume One: Wintering, Volume Two: Winter is Passing, Spring is Near, The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Volume Three: Reborn into Spring, Rhovaniel Batltes the PEWS (late spring challenge) Spring Goals: Run consistently w/out pain| Complete StrongViking| Reduce BW to 3kg (77kg)| Read stock book| Consistently meal prep| Finish Thesis writing| Sort out nosebleed issue | Complete 100km canoe adventure!! Spoiler Previous Challenges: 1|2|3|4|5|6|7|8|9|10|11|12|13 14| 15|16|17|18|19|20|21|22|23|24|25|26|27| 28 29|30 Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted January 3 Author Report Share Posted January 3 On 1/2/2023 at 10:50 AM, Everstorm said: Right?!? I am getting some crafting ideas now... Oh man, I wish I was blessed with any sort of crafting skill... I would cosplay like heck. I would like to get handier around a sewing machine though! On 1/2/2023 at 10:50 AM, Everstorm said: The scale is a cruel master. And a liar. 23 hours ago, Tanktimus the Encourager said: The scale can be cruel. Don't believe it. Build muscle and let the fatty tissue take care of itself. Aye, that's true, and I'm happy to report I was much less concerned about any feelings around the # more so than I was about establishing a baseline for future progression! 21 hours ago, Rhovaniel said: Damn.... How does a man look that majestic with his trousers round his ankles? I'm not sure, but I aspire to be half so majestic as our #HawaiianJesus someday! 3 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted January 5 Author Report Share Posted January 5 [Rise, Tarnished Quest Log] Challenge Journal: The 5th day of January, in the year 2023. Weight: 240.0lbs Evidently overdue for an update! We've had some manner of Plague sweep through the house these past few days, but The Tenets, this Great Work, my Main Story Quest, Total Life Reform, my Modus Operendi, etc. continues. I'm even getting to the point where I feel like I can actually step things up but other than increasing my kettlebell up one weight this week, I want to keep doing the plan for now so as not to pick up any excessively nagging DOMS or anything to further slow down the charge more than necessary. Riding that momentum like ^ It's been uber misty and damp lately too, which might lend something to above, and has slowed projects down a little, but also requiring less propane umph to heat the garage! That being said, I'm missing the sun. Thank goodness we've been diligent around here with taking our vitamins. I'm fine with the foggy, damp mornings so long as that means it's above freezing in January! MAIN QUESTS: [HATRED]: ☑☑☐ Two Simple & Sinister workouts completed. [VIGOR]: ☑☑☑☑☐ 2/5 rows completed. [DISCIPLINE]: ☑☑☐☐ Two updates thusfar. [BLOOD ALCHEMY]: ☑☑☑☐☐☐☐ I am officially adding daily tracking using MyFitnessPal alongside my 'Don't Eat Like An Asshole' protocol as we're already going strong there. 5 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Kishi Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 1 hour ago, Rurik Harrgath said: We've had some manner of Plague sweep through the house these past few days, but The Tenets, this Great Work, my Main Story Quest, Total Life Reform, my Modus Operendi, etc. continues. I'm even getting to the point where I feel like I can actually step things up but other than increasing my kettlebell up one weight this week, I want to keep doing the plan for now so as not to pick up any excessively nagging DOMS or anything to further slow down the charge more than necessary. Smart play, I think. There's an awful lot more to be said for practicing strength at a given weight than is generally said. Mastery now will make further steps easier, and it should make daily life a bit easier. 1 hour ago, Rurik Harrgath said: I'm fine with the foggy, damp mornings so long as that means it's above freezing in January! Yeah, man, I get this. It's about 18.3 C down here. Might go for a walk if I finish my job early enough. In January. Oh, the world may be dying, but at least she burns beautifully. 2 Quote Work like a farmer, train like an athlete, fight like a soldier. 2 Tim. 2:3-6 BATTLE! Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 1 hour ago, Rurik Harrgath said: It's been uber misty and damp lately too, Watch out for dragons: I've edited umpteen times, I was trying to make a 13th warrior reference and none of the pics will embed. 1 Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
Rhovaniel Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 1 hour ago, Tanktimus the Encourager said: Watch out for dragons: I've edited umpteen times, I was trying to make a 13th warrior reference and none of the pics will embed. The dragons don't want your warnings to reach him. It's the only logical explanation 3 hours ago, Rurik Harrgath said: I'm even getting to the point where I feel like I can actually step things up but other than increasing my kettlebell up one weight this week, I want to keep doing the plan for now so as not to pick up any excessively nagging DOMS or anything to further slow down the charge more than necessary This is true wisdom. But it's a cool feeling when you get to feeling like 'yeah, I'm almost ready to turn the dial up. Gainz are happening' 1 Quote “All You Have To Decide Is What To Do With The Time That Is Given To You.” - Gandalf The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Dúnedain Ranger: Volume One: Wintering, Volume Two: Winter is Passing, Spring is Near, The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Volume Three: Reborn into Spring, Rhovaniel Batltes the PEWS (late spring challenge) Spring Goals: Run consistently w/out pain| Complete StrongViking| Reduce BW to 3kg (77kg)| Read stock book| Consistently meal prep| Finish Thesis writing| Sort out nosebleed issue | Complete 100km canoe adventure!! Spoiler Previous Challenges: 1|2|3|4|5|6|7|8|9|10|11|12|13 14| 15|16|17|18|19|20|21|22|23|24|25|26|27| 28 29|30 Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted January 5 Author Report Share Posted January 5 3 hours ago, Kishi said: Smart play, I think. There's an awful lot more to be said for practicing strength at a given weight than is generally said. Mastery now will make further steps easier, and it should make daily life a bit easier. Half 'part of the plan,' and half 'working smartly.' But damn if you didn't go and use 'mastery' is such a clever way too! 3 hours ago, Kishi said: Oh, the world may be dying, but at least she burns beautifully. As long as I get to feel the sunshine on my face, I'll be front and center while she goes! 😅 3 hours ago, Tanktimus the Encourager said: Watch out for dragons: I've edited umpteen times, I was trying to make a 13th warrior reference and none of the pics will embed. You don't need a gif for me to understand 13th Warrior. I've got that movie memorized line for line start to finish 🤣 you need only reference a particular scene and I'll be right there on the same page as you! 1 hour ago, Rhovaniel said: The dragons don't want your warnings to reach him. It's the only logical explanation I'll be ready when they are! Also I'm totally down for 'friendly' terms with dragons. Like a body cop movie. The world needs more Dragonheart (which doesn't have nearly enough gifs, I've just found out) 1 hour ago, Rhovaniel said: This is true wisdom. But it's a cool feeling when you get to feeling like 'yeah, I'm almost ready to turn the dial up. Gainz are happening' Weeeeeell, I went and turned the dial up anyway. I decided to throw my old 45min dumbbell workout in front of my Simple & Sinister kettlebell routine today for a 'lil old strength-then-metcon wombo-combo! 2 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, Templar-Marshal Class: Paladin of the Order of the Sacred Flame (Conquest Paladin/Champion) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: Leather armor, questing longsword, and adventurer's pack with alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 26 minutes ago, Rurik Harrgath said: You don't need a gif for me to understand 13th Warrior. I've got that movie memorized line for line start to finish 🤣 you need only reference a particular scene and I'll be right there on the same page as you! Hmm. Another similarity between us. Who would have thought? 2 Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
DarK_RaideR Posted January 9 Report Share Posted January 9 On 1/5/2023 at 11:23 PM, Rhovaniel said: The dragons don't want your warnings to reach him. It's the only logical explanation Wait, when did we switch into Shadowrun territory? 2 Quote Lvl 53 Multitasker Link to comment
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