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Tormon

@tormon.bsky.social

Engineer: Electrical, electronic and software. Building robots, playing video games, desktop RPG, programming and writing music. Autistic person whose special interests are science, technology and engineering.

created November 13, 2024

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Is is just me, or is he losing weight? He looks tired. Maybe it's just wishful thinking on my part. 🤔

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27/8/2025, 9:29:56 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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In UK English "spelt" can also be used for the past tense of spell. For example: "How is it spelt?"

27/8/2025, 9:24:12 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Yes please, I would rather not use Twitter/X either. I second this request.

27/8/2025, 9:19:57 AM | 9 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

And everyone's favourite place to play the smelling game "is that weed?".

24/8/2025, 2:18:00 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

No, but it can edit your photos to hide the sunburn.

24/8/2025, 2:15:30 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Done.

19/8/2025, 11:56:42 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Happy Birthday!

19/8/2025, 9:56:30 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

He's making a list, He's checking it twice, He's going to work out, Which are naughty and nice...

18/8/2025, 2:52:15 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

To be fair some books have a picture of Ryan Renolds on them...

15/8/2025, 12:18:17 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Don't be so ridiculous. It's time to upgrade to copper hats.

15/8/2025, 12:15:47 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Sandwich is also an English town just outside of Canterbury. So carrying a sandwich is part of my cultural identity.

15/8/2025, 12:13:45 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I know it's not finished, but it's beautiful. I've spent most of my life living by the seaside. It reminds me of home.

12/8/2025, 1:55:59 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Or close combat weapons ("Ninja swords").

12/8/2025, 1:50:05 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Other cabbit symptoms: Carrot obsession Taking bites out guns. Phasing through walls and windows Transforming into a spaceship.

12/8/2025, 12:48:19 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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They're called Cabbits.

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12/8/2025, 9:22:02 AM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Can it be played directly from the floppy or does it have to copied to the drive before it'll play?

3/8/2025, 5:24:50 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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If he doesn't understand why it's wrong, he's in the wrong job.

31/7/2025, 10:48:46 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Sure thing Saitama, you punch that shit!

29/7/2025, 3:00:55 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Or Party McParty Face?

25/7/2025, 11:15:35 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Have you tried battered and deep fried Mars bars? They're amazing! (And quite possibly the most unhealthy food on the planet)

24/7/2025, 2:12:27 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Go listen to "Galactic Mermaid" by the Mermaid Sisters (NSFW or little ears) for instant stress relief.

22/7/2025, 12:02:09 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Apparently kiss cam parodies are funny now.

22/7/2025, 11:58:51 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

I literally came here to say that. In that case... Tern around bright eyes.

22/7/2025, 11:57:32 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Well at least she has a nice rack.

22/7/2025, 11:51:05 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Wear a high visibility jacket and hard hat, and carry a clipboard. You'll find you can walk into most places. If you really want in, replace the clipboard with a full size ladder.

22/7/2025, 9:15:49 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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We are on the wrong time line.

21/7/2025, 1:00:03 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

It also explains why zombies walk funny.

21/7/2025, 12:11:28 PM | 12 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Just an idea - projectors. Then you can put those rainbows anywhere you like!

20/7/2025, 10:19:15 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Imagine being scared of a rainbow. You could use 4 well placed projectors to put it back - OK it'll only work at night, but at least it's something. Maybe start a rainbow campaign - use projectors to paint rainbows onto government buildings?

20/7/2025, 10:17:20 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'm in.

20/7/2025, 10:10:40 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

The concept of "Alpha Male" has been largely debunked and is only used to justify toxic personality traits.

20/7/2025, 10:08:39 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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@georgetakei.bsky.social a little light relief: youtu.be/evfYGf4ND8k?...

7/6/2025, 8:20:55 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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This one?

27/5/2025, 5:08:21 PM | 9 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

I was trying to think what to call it and yours is so much better.

27/5/2025, 5:05:45 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Smelly Panda

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27/5/2025, 2:15:08 PM | 22 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Paws Panda?

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27/5/2025, 2:14:20 PM | 8 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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@antstreamarcade.bsky.social I'm having some issues when playing Project X on Antstream. First - selecting a power up also makes my ship move up. On the original game on the Amiga - auto fire could be toggled in game. There's no key binding for this in the Emulation. Please fix.

25/5/2025, 8:40:26 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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This is literally lifted from his professionally generated statement of needs as part of his care plan.

20/5/2025, 7:43:46 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Example: if you were to take them onto a bus or train if someone is sat in "their" seat they will demand the person move. If they don't get their way they can become violent. They're nearly 6 foot tall. Since then we don't use public transport anymore.

20/5/2025, 3:00:27 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Because they're non-verbal and they don't understand that they can't have everything their way.

20/5/2025, 2:53:31 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

In my experience you can try parenting autism but usually the answer is no. Mostly it's trying to get to the end of the day without getting punched in the face.

20/5/2025, 1:44:21 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I just gained half a stone by looking at this picture.

20/5/2025, 1:07:56 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

SSX - when you face plant you character and the MC announcs: "Ah, the taste of snow."

20/5/2025, 1:03:53 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Today's episode is brought to you by the letter N. Ba-dooooonnnnmnngggg!

20/5/2025, 1:00:17 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Have you seen this cat? Now you have. His name is George. LOOK AT HIM!!!

A picture of a male ginger cat.
20/5/2025, 12:53:59 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

I'm an autistic parent raising autistic children. I can answer some questions if you have any.

19/5/2025, 1:33:44 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

You can try to break through that world, but each time you do may run the risk of causing a meltdown.

19/5/2025, 1:32:04 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Failures are learning experiences that help us find the correct path.

19/5/2025, 12:01:58 PM | 0 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

John Cleese has some useful insights into getting into the creative mode. I hope this helps: youtu.be/nvKeu46jgwo?...

2/5/2025, 8:57:40 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Starts playing "I'll be there for you"

25/4/2025, 10:52:25 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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If Bluesky goes down, does that make it a Darksky?

25/4/2025, 10:49:46 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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It's probably a bug. You're welcome.

25/4/2025, 10:47:57 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Why did the words "American Autism Register" just send a chill down my spine?

24/4/2025, 6:15:45 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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It could be a pixie in an automation suit.

23/4/2025, 11:06:35 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Really Google AI? Really?

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17/4/2025, 12:05:01 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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16/4/2025, 11:51:56 AM | 11121 6126 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

The best game. Did you ever try music CDs? The game will convert any song into a brand new level and then it gets really hard. Some songs reverse the direction of the line.

10/4/2025, 10:40:19 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Yay, for Scotland's National animal!

10/4/2025, 3:01:25 PM | 4 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Here's an actual picture of them... Look at their tiny little faces.

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8/4/2025, 2:05:52 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Ooo, that's a good one.

7/4/2025, 1:47:27 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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The first step on that road is to remove Trump from office. Business and international relationships are built on trust. Nobody trusts him.

6/4/2025, 12:51:02 AM | 3 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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I rarely share memes I find on the internet but if this doesn’t sum it up I’m not sure what does. (From @gpolisner on Substack)

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4/4/2025, 3:01:32 PM | 623 99 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

On a completely unrelated matter the UK is heading into Summer, so we've actually got some nice weather here... if anyone was looking for somewhere nice to live.

4/4/2025, 12:29:52 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Ohh "America First" was a hit list

3/4/2025, 6:43:11 PM | 32283 5266 | View on Bluesky | view

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"Before we start this drug test, please write down the number of your dealer."

4/4/2025, 12:18:41 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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George

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4/4/2025, 12:12:36 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Expanding on this idea, you could make a cardboard mask and wear that on a stream.

27/3/2025, 2:09:16 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

🇬🇧 Hello it looks like you're trying to run a country. Do you need any help? 🇬🇧

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27/3/2025, 2:07:18 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

If you can do your job and you enjoy what you do: does it even matter? What does "smart" even mean? Everyone knows things. What makes each of us different is that we each have a different set of skills and knowledge. That's what makes you special.

27/3/2025, 1:40:20 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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But I am older than Google.

25/3/2025, 4:14:03 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Fee fee, fi fi, fo fo, fum Are you dizzy, are you dumb? Fee fee, fi fi, fo fo, fum Who’s that fox that come from Brighton? (Ren)

25/3/2025, 9:21:48 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Perfect Dad joke.

24/3/2025, 4:58:33 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Hi from the original Portsmouth! (Or Pompey as the locals call it)

20/3/2025, 6:28:43 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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In UK, we have laws that address pedestrian safety in car design. I suspect Japan has similar laws.

19/3/2025, 2:01:02 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

It sounds like a programming thing. Is it a programming thing? I feel like I'm missing something here.

18/3/2025, 2:33:19 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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When I was at school I had a history teacher who was a German Jew who had lived through WWII: "You don't think it can happen in your country. That's what we thought. You have to watch them. You have fight them every time they appear, because one day they will." A warning from history.

18/3/2025, 1:22:56 PM | 3 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I feel seen lol

18/3/2025, 1:08:57 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'm pretty sure that's not how that works 🤔

18/3/2025, 12:59:59 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Jesus H Christ. That is demented and evil.

18/3/2025, 12:58:29 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Lol, I drive a black car. How apt.

18/3/2025, 12:55:09 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Thought for the day: Do holes exist?

14/3/2025, 1:13:12 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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14/3/2025, 12:56:25 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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And on Pi day! Does that make it Moon Pi day?

14/3/2025, 10:44:17 AM | 2 1 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

How's about: y=mx+c Where m = how screwed the economy is?

14/3/2025, 10:39:57 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'm English, what is this thing you call "Sun"?

13/3/2025, 3:41:59 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Don't forget to be critical of their clothing for showing too much or not enough skin.

9/3/2025, 5:43:15 AM | 21 1 | View on Bluesky | view

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The Beatles 2.0. Plot Twist: It's mostly made up of Korean pop stars.

9/3/2025, 5:32:55 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Test Engineer. I can break anything or anyone.

9/3/2025, 5:29:44 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I don't think this is a criticism of capital punishment, I think it's a critique of the journalism in the article. A story should cover all the angles it can. Failure to mention certain details changes the context.

9/3/2025, 5:20:37 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

Profile picture Tormon (@tormon.bsky.social) reply parent

Or to quote my wonderful mother: "Don't let the bastards grind you down!"

7/3/2025, 10:25:54 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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It doesn't matter how dark the night is, the sun will always rise in the morning. Make sure you take care of yourself; keep eating and get plenty of rest if you can. Life will always challenge you, make sure you have the energy to stand up and fight back.

7/3/2025, 10:22:23 AM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I'm not sure I'm in a position to give an opinion on fashion. My current appearance is fairly similar to a grey and black potato.

6/3/2025, 4:18:38 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Tron 3 is called Tron: Ares. Due for release this year.

27/2/2025, 10:45:15 PM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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You mean these?

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27/2/2025, 10:41:31 PM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Chip off the old block, eh?

25/2/2025, 1:01:51 PM | 0 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Bloody hell, that's an excellent result result. That subject cooked my brain.

14/2/2025, 7:37:17 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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Congratulations! I constantly surprise myself with what I can actually get done these days. Personally I like C, C++ and C#.

14/2/2025, 7:31:25 AM | 1 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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All typos are now game canon.

13/2/2025, 11:46:15 AM | 2 0 | View on Bluesky | view

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I stand with the trans community. Pass it along.

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SSX Burnout

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