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This week the Spicy Bois cover the Warrior Collection event including Crypto's new Heirloom. They talk about the new maps for the Control LTM and Arenas mode, how long control is back for, and next-Gen console updates. The bois also discuss the new patch notes and bug fixes.

Crashtag, Mezza and StaticGorilla are back with another packed episode of Double Tap. In the Fighters Corner, Street Fighter V's patch notes for their Definitive Edition were announced with drastic changes including ones with our main characters. Then we go over our impressions on Team Garou in KOF XV, Testament in Guilty Gear Strive and DNF Duel announces another beta. Finally in the Focus Attack, we ask each other, what is causing low attendance at local tournaments and how to fix it.

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This week Melderon joins the crew to discuss WoW Classic AND join us in tangent after tangent! Enjoy the silliness that ensues!

Time Stamps

0:00:00 - Intro and MANY tangents

0:20:50 - Reviews

0:25:20 - What have we been doing lately in WoW Classic / TBC Classic / SoM Hardcore ...and tangents

0:55:30 - Varg Raid Progression

1:07:40 - Melderons new raid seed study ...and tangents

1:27:00 - Ion Hazzikostas Narrates Elitist Jerks Amani War Bear Run in 2008

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/ion-hazzikostas-narrates-elitist-jerks-amani-war-bear-run-in-2008-326407

1:30:40 - Burning Crusade Classic Patch Notes Version 2.5.4 - The Gods of Zul'Aman

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/burning-crusade-classic-patch-notes-version-2-5-4-the-gods-of-zulaman-326438

1:42:30 - Blizzard on Dragonstrike Not Stacking with Haste Potion in Gods of Zul'Aman ...and tangents

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/blizzard-on-dragonstrike-not-stacking-with-haste-potion-in-gods-of-zulaman-326458

1:55:20 - Locations for New Leatherworking Patterns in Burning Crusade Classic Patch 2.5.4

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/locations-for-new-leatherworking-patterns-in-burning-crusade-classic-patch-2-5-4-326453

1:56:10 - Season of Mastery Patch 1.14.3.42770 PTR Datamined New Spells & Items

https://classic.wowhead.com/news/season-of-mastery-patch-1-14-3-42770-ptr-datamined-new-spells-and-items-326409

2:03:40 - Discussion on Zul'Aman first impressions ...and tangents

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/zulaman-now-live-and-badge-gear-vendor-updated-on-burning-crusade-classic-326485

2:51:00 - Closing ...and tangents ...and bears ...and planes ...and tangents

Nick, Chip, and Kura are back to finally finish up talking about the Mass Effect 2 leg of their journey through the Mass Effect Legendary Edition. This week they dive into the final part of the game: the Arrival DLC. They begin by talking about having to sneak into Batarian space without getting caught. Kura brings up that this mission makes sense for a Spectre due to its infiltration aspect.

After recapping the mission, they talk about the Reapers arriving. They talk about how the Reapers planned to enter the galaxy, and Nick points out a recent article that says that a cuttlefish design is more efficient for motion. They mention eavesdropping on the Batarians as a way of gathering information with respect to Kenson and her plans for sabotage, and also how there are hints that Kenson may be struggling to hold it together. They talk about the nature of Spectres to work alone, and Chip points out that this is a solo mission because they didn’t want to pay for other voice actors. Nick mentions a gap that Shepard can’t jump over, and they talk about the Batarian base being in a state of disrepair. They discuss Batarian society and compare it to real world countries. They mention the appearance of Harbinger and compare it to the reveal of Sovereign in ME1. They talk about doing the mission earlier in the game. They note the consistency of Batarian DLC involving asteroids.

They wonder about the timer on Kenson’s base, and mention their experiences trying to win the fight that you are supposed to lose. They talk about the feasibility of having a spare relay in the middle of nowhere. They ponder Kenson’s indoctrination, and comment on the personalization that was given to the guards. They talk about blowing up the Batarian system and the concept of the needs of the many vs. the needs of the few. They wonder if the Batarians, generally presented as vicious, are worthy of empathy. Chip points out that Harbringer appears as the Collector General if you do the mission earlier. They talk about the nature of Reaper indoctrination and can it be avoided.

Finally, they wrap up Mass Effect 2, by trying to figure out where it stands in the pantheon of games of the 2010s.

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After a pair of juicy and delicious live letters, we've returned to our Endwalker story recap / break down / deep dive / what have you! This is our second to last one, and we'll be covering the story from levels 88 and 89. We're gonna hang out with not one, but TWO moms, do some fetch quests, and journey to the center of the planet. Seriously. A lot happens. Beware spoilers, of course.

With the current season well underway, new Legend Maggie still finding her place in the Apex meta, and Respawn hard at work, building new experiences for upcoming seasons, we find ourselves in a bit of an Apex content drought. Have no fear, however, Dropping Spicy is here to bring you the banter you know and love, while speculating about what's going on in the background during this "calm before the storm" as always, spoiler-free! We also discuss one of the most wholesome gaming stories we've ever seen, and discuss hints dropped by the infamous Josh Medina about a possible RP rework!

This week Aloy finishes handling The Daunt's Bristleback issue and gets Chainscrape reopened. After that, we journey to Barren Light where Aloy tries to get the Embassy started, but of course, hits additional roadblocks.

On This Episode

- Complete To The Brink [Main Quest]

- Start The Embassy [Main Quest]

- Reopen Chainscrape

- Meet Commandar Nozar and Second-in-Command Lawan

- Find out what Erend has been up to since the Battle of Meridian

- Discuss Vista Points and Relic Ruins

Crashtag, Mezza, and StaticGorilla are back for another episode of Double Tap with a special guest, Nocturnal's own LuckyNeffy who is a player for Naraka: Bladepoint and a tournament organizer. First, we connect with LuckyNeffy about his history in the FGC and with fighting games. Then in the Fighters Corner, we talk about the Japan Developer's Round Table and Omega Rugal is making his return in King Of Fighters XV with a boss fight included. Also, Arcsys after ArcRevo announced ArcRevo 2022, as well as a date of release for DNF Duel, and in Guilty Gear: Strive we will get cross play and Testament is coming soon. In the Randoms of the FGC, Bandai Namco reveals "Tekken Bloodlines" which is an animated series. Finally, we interview LuckyNeffy on information of Naraka: Bladepoint and it's relation to fighting games.

This time, the boys have a chill discussion about quite a few fast topics, including King's Canyon being broken (and fixed), a much needed console performance update, and most importantly, whether or not the Kraber deserves a nerf. We also discuss some tips for getting out of Gold 4 hell and a funny, but effective quick tip for ridding yourself of troublesome Gibby mains. Don't forget to tell us your opinion on these topics and more on Twitter, and the MASH Discord!

It's the shortest episode ever!

Time Stamps

0:00:00 - Intro

0:03:00 - Reviews and Emails

0:11:45 - What have we been doing lately in WoW Classic / TBC Classic / Hardcore SoM

0:23:00 - Varg Raid Progress

0:32:00 - Upcoming Changes in Burning Crusade Classic Phase 4 - Heroic Keys at Honored

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/upcoming-changes-in-burning-crusade-classic-phase-4-heroic-keys-at-honored-326370

The Gods of Zul'Aman Patch 2.5.4 Arrives March 22nd on Burning Crusade Classic

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/the-gods-of-zulaman-patch-2-5-4-arrives-march-22nd-on-burning-crusade-classic-326386

Upcoming Changes in Burning Crusade Classic Phase 4 - New Badge Gear

https://tbc.wowhead.com/news/upcoming-changes-in-burning-crusade-classic-phase-4-new-badge-gear-326391

0:51:00 - Season of Mastery Patch 1.14.3 Development Notes - Ahn'Qiraj on PTR

https://classic.wowhead.com/news/season-of-mastery-patch-1-14-3-development-notes-ahnqiraj-on-ptr-326385

0:55:20 - HC Elite defeated Ony

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuTcgVShMIQ

0:58:00 - A couple questions from chat

1:08:00 - Closing

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