Norway's U.S. cuts
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/norway-s-2-1-trillion-fund-told-to-prepare-for-more-us-threats/ar-AA1V09gi
facebook:Michael Errol Romero Cimafranca - Riisitunturi Snow Monsters 📍Posio, Finland #SnowMonsters #Tykky #FrozenTrees #WinterWonderland #Finland
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note: those trees are deadly if snow falls on people
note: those trees are deadly if snow falls on people
CGTN ja CGTN Europe: Why Finland is taking a pragmatic approach with China
finnish "value-based realism"
first impression ISTP - Wulfgard & Nine
PDb: Arknights: Endfield - Wulfgard - ISTP 9w8
Mistral AI: Chaos Zero Nightmare - Nine - ISTP or ESTJ
ISTP imitations (Dandadan)
- Dandadan: Seiko Ayase (Santa Dodoria) ISTP 9w8
- Turbo Granny Form - Ken "Okarun" Takakura ISTP 9w8
- Momo's Ex-Boyfriend (綾瀬桃 元彼) ISTP 7w6
- Unji Zuma ISTP 8w9
- Imotako Kur ISTP 5w6
- Jet Booster Exosuit Kur ISTP XwX
- Shono City (正能市） ISTP XwX
- Tsuchinoko (Mongolian Death Worm) ISTP XwX
- Yoshikichi ISTP XwX
- Ludris ISTP 6w5
järvimalmi - lake (iron) ores / bog iron - limonites
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bog_iron
"Europeans developed iron smelting from bog iron during the Pre-Roman Iron Age of the 5th/4th–1st centuries BCE, and most iron of the Viking Age (late first millennium CE) was smelted from bog iron."
"Bog iron dominated the iron production of Norse populated areas, including Scandinavia and Finland, from 500 to 1300 CE. Large scale production of bog iron was also established in Iceland at sites known as "iron farms". Smaller scale production sites in Iceland consisted of large farmsteads and some original Icelandic settlements, but these seemed to only produce enough iron to be self-sufficient. Even after improved smelting technology made mined ores viable during the Middle Ages, bog ore remained important into modern times, particularly in peasant iron production."
Path of the Yeti: Termalaine: The Jewel of Icewind Dale! 💎❄️ #dnd #icewinddale #termalaine
sounds finnish but it isn't...
nordic defence co-op NORDEFCO
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nordic_Defence_Cooperation
NATO's newcomers
NATO's newcomers
Northern European JEF https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joint_Expeditionary_Force
pre-orderi GW:lta
Wolf Scouts for Wolfspear/Space Wolves...
en aiemmin pystyny napata Dead Silence pakkausta niin nyt...
DnD alignment test
11.10.2025
MBTI: ISTP-T type5 / type9
True Neutral - Chaotic Neutral area
Neutral/Chaos-Neutral/Good
A neutral character does what seems to be a good idea. He doesn't feel strongly one way or the other when it comes to good vs. evil or law vs. chaos. Most neutral characters exhibit a lack of conviction or bias rather than a commitment to neutrality. Such a character thinks of good as better than evil-after all, he would rather have good neighbors and rulers than evil ones. Still, he's not personally committed to upholding good in any abstract or universal way.
Some neutral characters, on the other hand, commit themselves philosophically to neutrality. They see good, evil, law, and chaos as prejudices and dangerous extremes. They advocate the middle way of neutrality as the best, most balanced road in the long run.
Neutral is the best alignment you can be because it means you act naturally, without prejudice or compulsion.
Neutral can be a dangerous alignment when it represents apathy, indifference, and a lack of conviction.
True Neutral vs. Chaotic Neutral
Chaotic neutral and true neutral characters have a similar moral outlook. They tend to follow a morality of reciprocity, behaving altruistically toward benefactors and egoistically toward malefactors. Their difference involves their outlook on laws and society. The true neutral character wants to work within the law and will observe most customs and mores because it it in their best interest to do so. True neutral characters don't want to "rock the boat" but will on occasion if their self-interest is overwhelmingly served by breaking the law or flouting custom. The chaotic neutral character sees no value in laws, customs, or mores. A chaotic neutral character may appear to follow many laws, but does not do so because they believe in any inherent value to such systems. The chaotic neutral character believes in the pure freedom to pursue their own self-interest (and for others to pursue their own interests in the same manner). Although the true neutral character does not believe that the law should be followed all of the time, neither do they believe that laws are completely useless. They believe that chaotic neutral characters actually limit themselves by refusing to consider that sometimes self-interest can best be served by order in society. Chaotic neutral characters feel that true neutral characters limit themselves by paying lip service to laws and customs that they do not necessarily support. https://easydamus.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/trueneutral.html
Mistral AI: most nordic-like in DnD world
1.10.2025
In the world of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), the setting that most closely resembles the Nordic or Viking-inspired cultures, landscapes, and mythologies is the Frostfell region in the Forgotten Realms and the broader Cold Lands of the Sword Coast. However, the most iconic and immersive Nordic-inspired setting is:
1. The Cold Lands: The Frostfell & Icewind Dale
Region: Northern Faerûn (Forgotten Realms)
Why it feels Nordic:
- Harsh, icy landscapes: Glacial tundras, frozen fjords, and snow-covered mountains mirror Scandinavia’s rugged terrain.
- Viking-like cultures: The Uthgardt barbarian tribes and the Reghedmen (nomadic reindeer herders) draw heavily from Norse and Sami cultures.
- Mythology: The region is steeped in legends of frost giants, frost dwarves, and the worship of gods like Auril the Frostmaiden (a deity of winter and cold, akin to Norse gods like Skadi).
- Sagas and adventure: The Icewind Dale Trilogy (by R.A. Salvatore) is a classic D&D story arc set here, featuring themes of survival, honor, and epic battles against the elements and monsters.
2. The Sword Coast’s Northern Reaches
- Luskan: A port city with a rugged, seafaring culture reminiscent of Viking coastal settlements.
- Mirabar: A dwarven stronghold in the mountains, evoking Norse dwarven myths (like the dwarves of Nidavellir).
- The Spine of the World: A mountain range filled with giants, dragons, and ancient ruins, much like the mythic landscapes of Norse sagas.
3. The Plane of Ysgard (Norse Mythology in D&D Cosmology)
- Setting: One of the Outer Planes in D&D’s Great Wheel cosmology, Ysgard is a chaotic neutral plane ruled by the Norse pantheon (Odin, Thor, Loki, etc.).
- Why it’s Nordic:
- It’s a realm of endless battle, feasting, and heroic deeds, mirroring Valhalla and the Norse afterlife.
- The Einherjar (slain warriors) fight eternally in the halls of the gods.
- The World Tree (Yggdrasil) connects Ysgard to other realms, just as in Norse mythology.
4. The Storm King’s Thunder Adventure
- Plot: This official D&D adventure revolves around a war between giant clans (frost, fire, stone, etc.), with a strong Norse flavor.
- Themes: Epic battles, storm-wracked coasts, and a struggle against the forces of chaos—all classic Norse tropes.
5. Homebrew & Third-Party Settings
- Midgard (Kobold Press): A setting with a Nordic-inspired region called the Northlands, featuring Viking raiders, runic magic, and frost giants.
- Vikings & Valkyries (Supplements): Many third-party D&D supplements expand on Norse themes, adding classes like Rune Carvers or Berserkers.
How to Run a Nordic-Inspired D&D Game
- Classes: Barbarian (Path of the Berserker or Storm Herald), Ranger (Gloom Stalker for Arctic survival), Cleric (Tempest or War Domain).
- Races: Dwarves (mountain clans), Half-Orcs (raiders), or even Firbolgs (giant-kin with a connection to nature).
- Monsters: Frost giants, trolls, draugr (D&D’s undead Vikings), and Jotun (giant-kin).
- Themes: Honor, fate, survival against the cold, and epic sagas of heroism.
Arknights Endfield
ongohai täs kizas sami-factionii https://arknights.wiki.gg/wiki/Sami
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"powder snow" physics ...the snow is heavy and you have to lift your knee more, skis/snowshoes are there if you want to walk more on the surface...
"Polar survival"... näh.
winter + chemical
Mistral AI
when discussing dangerous chemical gases that remain stable in cold weather—meaning they don’t liquefy, freeze, or chemically react due to low temperatures—it’s important to focus on gases that retain their hazardous properties even in Finland’s harsh winter conditions. Here are some of the most relevant examples:
1. Carbon Monoxide (CO)
- Stability: Remains a gas down to -191.5°C.
- Danger: Highly toxic, odorless, and colorless. Can cause poisoning even at low concentrations.
- Risk in Cold Weather: No physical change, but can accumulate in poorly ventilated spaces (e.g., garages, workshops).
2. Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S)
- Stability: Remains a gas down to -60.3°C.
- Danger: Extremely toxic and flammable. Even low concentrations can be fatal.
- Risk in Cold Weather: Stays gaseous in Finnish winters, posing a risk in industrial settings (e.g., sewage plants, oil refineries).
3. Ammonia (NH₃)
- Stability: Remains a gas down to -33.3°C (boiling point).
- Danger: Toxic and corrosive. Can cause severe respiratory issues and burns.
- Risk in Cold Weather: In Finland, ammonia can still be gaseous in winter, especially in unheated or outdoor environments.
4. Chlorine (Cl₂)
- Stability: Remains a gas down to -34.6°C (boiling point).
- Danger: Highly toxic and corrosive. Used in water treatment and industrial processes.
- Risk in Cold Weather: Can remain gaseous in cold conditions, posing a risk if leaked.
5. Phosgene (COCl₂)
- Stability: Remains a gas down to 8.2°C (boiling point).
- Danger: Extremely toxic; used historically as a chemical weapon. Can cause severe lung damage.
- Risk in Cold Weather: Less likely to be gaseous in Finnish winters, but still a risk in heated or indoor environments.
6. Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN)
- Stability: Remains a gas down to 25.6°C (boiling point).
- Danger: Rapidly fatal even at low concentrations.
- Risk in Cold Weather: More likely to be liquid in Finland’s winter, but can still pose a risk in enclosed or heated spaces.
7. Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂)
- Stability: Remains a gas down to 21.2°C (boiling point).
- Danger: Toxic and corrosive. Can cause severe respiratory issues.
- Risk in Cold Weather: More likely to be liquid in winter, but can still be hazardous in industrial emissions or exhaust.
Key Risks in Cold Weather
- Accumulation: Dangerous gases can accumulate in poorly ventilated or enclosed spaces, especially if they remain gaseous.
- Material Failure: Cold temperatures can make equipment brittle, increasing the risk of leaks.
- Reduced Detection: Cold weather can affect the performance of gas detectors or delay the detection of leaks.
Safety Recommendations for Finland
- Ventilation: Ensure proper ventilation in areas where these gases are stored or used.
- Monitoring: Use cold-rated gas detectors and regularly check for leaks.
- Training: Train personnel on the risks of toxic gases in cold conditions.
- Regulations: Follow Finnish safety regulations for handling hazardous gases in winter.
the temperature at which rubber starts to break or lose its flexibility depends on the type of rubber and its specific formulation. Here’s a general breakdown for common rubber materials:
1. Natural Rubber (NR)
- Brittle Point: Around -50°C to -60°C
- Behavior: Becomes stiff and loses elasticity as temperatures drop. Below -50°C, it can crack or shatter under stress.
2. Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR)
- Brittle Point: Around -40°C to -50°C
- Behavior: Similar to natural rubber but slightly better cold resistance. Used in tires and industrial belts.
3. Neoprene (CR)
- Brittle Point: Around -30°C to -40°C
- Behavior: Better cold resistance than natural rubber. Used in wetsuits, gaskets, and hoses.
4. Nitrile Rubber (NBR)
- Brittle Point: Around -20°C to -30°C
- Behavior: Poor cold flexibility. Used for oil resistance, not ideal for cold environments.
5. Ethylene-Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM)
- Brittle Point: Around -40°C to -50°C
- Behavior: Excellent cold resistance. Used in outdoor seals, automotive weatherstripping, and roofing membranes.
6. Silicone Rubber
- Brittle Point: Around -60°C to -100°C
- Behavior: Outstanding cold resistance. Remains flexible at very low temperatures. Used in aerospace, medical devices, and extreme-environment seals.
7. Fluorocarbon Rubber (Viton)
- Brittle Point: Around -20°C to -30°C
- Behavior: Poor cold flexibility but excellent chemical and heat resistance. Used in chemical processing and aerospace.
Key Takeaways for Finland’s Climate
- Standard rubber (NR, SBR, NBR): Can become brittle and fail in Finnish winters, especially if temperatures drop below -30°C.
- Cold-resistant rubber (EPDM, Neoprene, Silicone): Better suited for Finland’s climate, with silicone being the most reliable for extreme cold.
Practical Advice
- Check Specifications: Always refer to the manufacturer’s data sheets for the exact brittle point of the rubber material you’re using.
- Material Selection: For outdoor or cold-environment applications in Finland, prioritize EPDM, neoprene, or silicone rubber.
- Testing: If possible, test rubber components in real-world conditions to ensure they perform as expected.
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