Project Files: https://www.patreon.com/posts/125995952 . This is the 168th episode of the new tutorial series on Action RPG game using Gameplay Ability System. Here we will look into how to replicate the skill tree system we have implemented so that we can use the skill tree to upgrade character abilities and attributes in a multiplayer game. Also we will do some troubleshooting with the max health upgrade system we worked on as well. Animations are sponsored by: https://www.ramsterzanimations.com/ https://www2.unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/greatsword-anims Full Playlist : Action RPG series with gameplay ability system: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNTm9yU0zou7XnRx5MfBbZnfMZJqC6ixz // ! https://www.patreon.com/codelikeme Patrons will have access to project files of all the stuff I do in the channel and other extra benefitsJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClb6Jh9EBV7a_Nm52Ipll_Q/join Like my facebook page for more content : https://www.facebook.com/gamedevelopersclub/ Follow me on twitter : https://twitter.com/CodeLikeMe2 Follow me on reddit : https://www.reddit.com/user/codelikeme #CodeLikeMe #unrealengine #ue5 #ue4 #indiegamedev

When it comes to infant nutrition, parents are flooded with information on what's safe and what's not. However, one piece of advice that often catches new caregivers off guard is the strict guideline against giving babies water, especially during the first six months of life. After all, water is essential for survival so why exactly is it off-limits for infants?Pediatricians warn against giving water to babies younger than six months. Thats because doing so can be dangerous. Unlike older children and adults, babies' bodies are not yet equipped to handle extra water, and too much can lead to serious health risks.The Danger of Water IntoxicationFor adults, drinking water is straightforward and safe. Our mature kidneys can efficiently handle plenty of excess water, helping our bodies maintain a careful balance of fluids and electrolytes. Babies, however, have tiny kidneys that aren't yet fully equipped for the same task.One of the biggest dangers of giving water to an infant is water intoxication, a condition that occurs when too much water dilutes the concentration of sodium in the blood. This can lead to a dangerous electrolyte imbalance called hyponatremia, which causes cells to swell.When a baby drinks too much water, it can lead to symptoms such as:ConfusionDrowsinessPoor coordinationNauseaVomitingSeizuresAnd in severe cases, water intoxication can lead to coma or death.Even small amounts of water given regularly can disrupt an infants delicate electrolyte balance. Thats why most pediatricians including the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend exclusively feeding your baby breast milk and/or formula for the first six months.Read More: What We Can Learn from Babies Gut MicrobiomesBreast Milk and Formula Provide Enough HydrationFor those first six months of life, breast milk or formula is all a baby needs. These liquids are specifically formulated to provide exactly the right amount of nutrients and hydration for an infant. Breast milk, for example, is about 87 percent water, and it is perfectly balanced with electrolytes and nutrients that exactly match your babys needs. Properly prepared infant formula closely mirrors the composition and water content of breast milk, likewise ensuring all your babys nutritional and hydration needs are met.Introducing additional water to your babys diet can result in a lack or imbalance of vital nutrients, affecting their nutritional and immune status. Furthermore, a systematic review of 18 studies found that breast milk or formula alone meets all the hydration needs for infants under six months, even in warmer climates.Risks of Nutritional ImbalanceAnother major risk associated with giving additional water to babies under six months is nutritional imbalance. Babies have very small stomachs, so filling them up with water means theyll consume less breast milk or formula. Less milk means fewer essential calories and nutrients like proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals, potentially hindering their growth and development.Some research has shown that babies frequently given water in the first months of life may not gain adequate weight, putting them at risk for developmental delays and nutritional deficiencies. Thats why skipping water in the early months isnt just a suggestion its essential for your babys healthy development.When Is Water Safe for Babies?The consensus from pediatricians worldwide, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the AAP, is clear: You should not give water to babies younger than six months. After six months, you can introduce small amounts of water as your baby starts solid foods. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you should not give a child more than about 4 to 8 ounces of water per day (a few ounces at a time) until their first birthday.Although parents should not give their babies water before six months of age, after six months, it's crucial to introduce water safely and in moderation. Make sure that water complements rather than replaces breast milk or formula. Infants' first shifting to solid foods can benefit from occasional sips of water, as it helps them learn to drink from a cup, prevents tooth decay (if the water contains fluoride), and generally gets them acquainted with water as a beverage.In rare cases, such as severe dehydration caused by illness, a healthcare professional might advise very specific electrolyte solutions designed for infants not just plain water. These specially formulated drinks have the critical balance of electrolytes and hydration your child needs to recover safely.Keeping Babies Safe and HydratedIt might seem counterintuitive that something as basic as water could pose a risk to babies, but in the early months of life, even the most essential substances can be harmful if introduced too soon. A babys body is uniquely tuned to thrive on breast milk or formula alone. Anything else, even water, can throw off that delicate balance. Thats why understanding the reasoning behind these medical guidelines isnt just helpful its crucial for protecting your childs health.In short, babies cant have water simply because their bodies aren't ready for it yet. So, by sticking to breast milk or formula during the first six months, youll be giving your child exactly what they need to start off life strong.This article is not offering medical advice and should be used for informational purposes only.Article SourcesOur writers at Discovermagazine.com use peer-reviewed studies and high-quality sources for our articles, and our editors review for scientific accuracy and editorial standards. Review the sources used below for this article:Cleveland Clinic. Babies Shouldnt Drink Water Heres WhyMayo Clinic. HyponatremiaSt. Louis Children's Hospital. Water Intoxication in InfantsPubMed. Overview of Nutrients in Human MilkHealthychildren.org. How to Safely Prepare Baby Formula With WaterHealthychildren.org. Recommended Drinks for Children Age 5 & YoungerNationwide Children's. Dehydration: Giving Liquids at HomeJake Parks is a freelance writer and editor who specializes in covering science news. He has previously written for Astronomy magazine, Discover Magazine, The Ohio State University, the University of Wisconson-Madison, and more.

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Imad Messaoudi provided a step-by-step guide on creating a vintage oil lantern using Blender, ZBrush, Substance 3D Painter, and Marmoset, sharing techniques for making the prop look naturally aged.Read here: https://80.lv/articles/how-to-model-texture-a-photorealistic-oil-lantern-featuring-metal-rust-textures/

From Data Chaos to Intelligent Insights: How AI/ML Is Transforming Product Information Management3 min readJust now--In todays digital-first world, businesses are swimming if not drowning in data. Global supply chains, omnichannel marketing, and hyper-personalized customer journeys have turned product data management into a high-stakes challenge.According to AvePoints AI and Information Management Report, 64% of organizations manage at least 1 petabyte of data thats roughly 9 quadrillion bits. Most of this is unstructured, scattered across text files, images, and videos. The result? A tangled mess of information that slows down operations, impacts customer experience, and stifles business growth.But amid the chaos lies opportunity. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) powerful technologies that are helping businesses turn fragmented data into intelligent insights.The Modern Data DilemmaProduct data doesnt come from a single source anymore. It flows in from ERP systems, suppliers, marketing teams, eCommerce platforms, and customer interactions. The formats vary: descriptions, specs, images, pricing, reviews, and metadata. Managing this by hand is not only unsustainable its risky.The Top Challenges:Inconsistencies Across Channels: Mismatched data erodes trust and misleads consumers.Outdated and Duplicate Data: Redundant entries clutter databases, making it hard to maintain accuracy.Manual Processes: Sluggish updates and human errors slow down innovation and execution.An IBM report shows that 82% of organizations deal with data silos, while 68% of enterprise data is never analyzed a massive missed opportunity.How AI/ML Are Changing the Game?AI and ML technologies are redefining how organizations approach data. No longer limited to automation, they now enable intelligent, predictive, and scalable product data management.Heres How:Automated Data Classification: AI can intelligently tag and organize content, reducing manual effort.Real-Time Error Detection: ML models catch inconsistencies, missing fields, and duplications on the fly.Data Enrichment: AI can fill in metadata, suggest improvements, and enhance overall data quality.However, with this capability comes responsibility. Shadow data information that exists outside of managed systems now plays a role in 1 in 3 data breaches, with an average cost of $5.27 million per breach, according to IBMs Cost of a Data Breach Report.The Crucial Role of PIM PlatformsWhile AI and ML bring intelligence, platforms like Product Information Management (PIM) provide structure. PIM acts as a central hub a single source of truth for all product-related content.Choosing the Right PIM:Cloud-based PIM offers flexibility, scalability, and access from anywhere.On-premise PIM provides greater control, customization, and enhanced security ideal for regulated industries.By cleaning and organizing product data, PIM platforms create the foundation for AI and ML models to function effectively.From Raw Data to Strategic IntelligenceOnce your data is clean and structured, AI/ML can begin delivering real business value.Key Benefits:AI-Driven Analytics: Uncover hidden trends, predict demand, and inform better decisions.Smarter Operations: Automate repetitive tasks and redirect resources to strategic initiatives.Better Decision-Making: Real-time insights fuel smarter inventory planning, pricing, and marketing.The potential is massive. According to Statista, the global ML market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 34.8%, reaching $503.4 billion by 2030.The Business ImpactIncorporating AI/ML into data management isnt just about efficiency its about creating tangible results.Higher Accuracy: Fewer errors and cleaner data across the board.Faster Time-to-Market: Quick product launches and updates.Cost Savings: Reduced manual work and fewer operational setbacks.Better CX: Personalized and consistent experiences build loyalty.Competitive Edge: Use insights to outmaneuver the market and adapt proactively.Consumer expectations are also evolving. 81% of consumers believe AI is essential for modern customer service. GenAI chatbots, for example, are already reducing human interaction by up to 50%, enhancing both speed and satisfaction.Looking Ahead: The Future Is IntelligentAI and ML arent just digital tools theyre strategic enablers. They empower businesses to move from reactive data handling to proactive insight generation. But to truly capitalize on their power, organizations must build the right foundation with clean, structured, and centralized data.The future of data management is intelligent, automated, and insight-driven. And companies that embrace this shift will lead the next wave of innovation and customer-centric growth.Source: The original post was published on CXOtoday

NotLiquidOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 25, 201737,442Pauline is in the game, seemingly as a main star / taking place of Odd RockSourceFor reference, this is the current key art/box art being used and promoted in other regions.Last edited: Today at 9:20 AM HasneyOne Winged SlayerThe FallenOct 25, 201722,703I'll be honest, I kind of assumed she wasSanTheSlyThe San Symphony ProjectMemberSep 2, 20197,963United KingdomGood. I think she may have overtaken Rosalina as my fave at this pointPlanetSmasherThe Abominable ShowmanMemberOct 25, 2017130,682That's cool. I'm game for more Pauline.RandamMemberOct 27, 20178,577GermanySo Mario will be the villain?Edit: in what games did she appear after the original Donkey Kong?Universal AcclaimMemberOct 5, 20241,730Donkey Kong OdysseyDNAbroMemberOct 25, 201729,458is that Pauline? Half thinking the rock creature got turned into a girl lolShe even has rock bracelet that's the exact same color as the creature.RPGam3rMemberOct 27, 201716,070If it's on key art is it really a huge spoiler?NintendoSwitchLoverMemberJun 6, 20181,058That's donkey Kong without a hat and overalls tooNeoxonSpotlighting Black Excellence - Diversity AnalystMemberOct 25, 201792,628Houston, TXWait, why does she look like a kid? She was at least a young adult when Cranky kidnapped her in his prime, & Cranky's old in Bananza.Last edited: Today at 9:07 AM MichilinMemberNov 14, 20171,543She looks like a teenager, not adult PaulineKadzorkHas got mad skills!!MemberOct 27, 201723,504I can't zoom in so far on mobile but it looks like she has freckles and her arms are quite short - young Pauline maybe?Also she is wearing a gem bracelet the same colour as your gem companion which is interesting.entremetYou wouldn't toast a NES cartridgeMemberOct 26, 201769,840What's Odd Rock?Looks like a kid too.FootMemberMar 10, 201912,827Looks younger than Pauline.OP OPNotLiquidOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 25, 201737,442RPGam3r said:If it's on key art is it really a huge spoiler?Click to expand...Click to shrink...This hasn't been revealed on any of Nintendo's official channels yet, so not a "game" spoiler but a marketing spoiler. Nintendo Korea probably jumped the gun on what was presumably going to end up being a later marketing reveal, kinda like Odyssey's capture and Tropical Freeze's playable Cranky.XladMemberOct 19, 20181,026...The gem is Pualine isn't it?PlanetSmasherThe Abominable ShowmanMemberOct 25, 2017130,682Randam said:So Mario will be the villain?Edit: in what games did she appear after the original Donkey Kong?Click to expand...Click to shrink...Odyssey and Mario Kart Tour.--RBeing sued right now, please help me find a lawyerMemberOct 25, 201715,153Nintendo Korea also spoiled where Rainbow Road is in Mario Kart: World, lol.MorlasLooking for a better cartoon show.ModeratorOct 25, 201775,370Looks more like Pauline's little sisterBrazilActual BrazilianMemberOct 24, 201719,214So Paulo, BrazilYoung Pauline! That's pretty neat! y2kyle89MemberMar 16, 201810,496Massentremet said:What's Odd Rock?Looks like a kid too.Click to expand...Click to shrink...Odd Rock is what the rock creature hanging out on DK's shoulder is called in the text boxesEdit: also I doubt it's Pauline but would be for a boss fight against Mario, who's just wandering by on his own adventureMayorSquirtleMemberMay 17, 201810,535What's going on with the Korean sites? They accidentally posted a map of Mario Kart World showing Rainbow Road too lolMarcelloF"This guy are sick"MemberDec 9, 20209,431She looks like a kid. We're the DK Origins people right? lolRPGam3rMemberOct 27, 201716,070NotLiquid said:This hasn't been revealed on any of Nintendo's official channels yet. Nintendo Korea probably jumped the gun on what was presumably going to end up being a later marketing reveal, kinda like Odyssey's capture and Tropical Freeze's playable Cranky.Click to expand...Click to shrink...Ok, but like that's still not much of a huge spoiler if it's going to be marketed soon anyway.OP OPNotLiquidOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 25, 201737,442entremet said:What's Odd Rock?Looks like a kid too.Click to expand...Click to shrink...The NPC that follows Donkey Kong in the trailers.It's on the current box art, but in this one she seems to replace it while wearing a bracelet resembling it.AaronMTMemberOct 27, 20178,018TorontoI don't think that's her. Unless it's a younger version.ffdghMemberOct 25, 20173,960NowhereCool seeing Pauline being used in the DK series. Assuming that's her anyway.entremetYou wouldn't toast a NES cartridgeMemberOct 26, 201769,840Kadzork said:I can't zoom in so far on mobile but it looks like she has freckles and her arms are quite short - young Pauline maybe?Also she is wearing a gem bracelet the same colour as your gem companion which is interesting.Click to expand...Click to shrink...Guessing De-Aged due to some magic curse thing or something.DNAbroMemberOct 25, 201729,458NotLiquid said:The NPC that follows Donkey Kong in the trailer.It's on the current box art.Click to expand...Click to shrink...Same color eyes too, totally the same character.KadzorkHas got mad skills!!MemberOct 27, 201723,504NotLiquid said:The NPC that follows Donkey Kong in the trailer.It's on the current box art.Click to expand...Click to shrink...Oh this is totally going to be Pauline/this new lookalike character - one of the eyes are in their hair as well as the purple gem bracelet.DNAbro said:Same color eyes too, totally the same character.Click to expand...Click to shrink...This too (good spot) - 100% the same character. StrittlesOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 25, 20172,193I'm assuming this a new character but a younger Pauline could be really neat!OuroborosMemberOct 27, 201715,642United StatesNice.NabiscoFeltOne Winged SlayerMemberAug 15, 20198,313MayorSquirtle said:What's going on with the Korean sites? They accidentally posted a map of Mario Kart World showing Rainbow Road too lolClick to expand...Click to shrink...Eh it can't be pre-original DK, Cranky in this game references the events of that ("back in my day, rivals had charisma, even in overalls")jph139One Winged SlayerMemberOct 25, 201715,597Crackpot theory: that's Pauline's daughter and a major plot of the game will be taking her to New Donk City to reunite her with her mom.Final level will be rampaging through the city because it's been taken over by the bad guys or something.FootMemberMar 10, 201912,827jph139 said:Crackpot theory: that's Pauline's daughter and a major plot of the game will be taking her to New Donk City to reunite her with her mom.Final level will be rampaging through the city because it's been taken over by the bad guys or something.Click to expand...Click to shrink...Yeah, if Cranky is the Kong who kidnapped Pauline then this would presumably be her daughter.MasterYoshiMemberOct 27, 201712,068Donkey Kong OriginsNeoxonSpotlighting Black Excellence - Diversity AnalystMemberOct 25, 201792,628Houston, TXjph139 said:Crackpot theory: that's Pauline's daughter and a major plot of the game will be taking her to New Donk City to reunite her with her mom.Final level will be rampaging through the city because it's been taken over by the bad guys or something.Click to expand...Click to shrink...I was actually starting to think something similar, which would explain why they didn't bother introducing Baby Pauline in MK World.Fendoreo1MemberJan 1, 201917,787I clicked on the link and can't see it at all, was it changed already?CharamiwaMemberOct 25, 20176,364It just look like young Pauline, I wouldn't overthink the lore implication.KeversThe FallenOct 29, 201715,613Syracuse, NYBefore or after he puts overalls on? Ashes of DreamsFallen Guardian of Unshakable ResolveMemberMay 22, 202019,086The ages never really matched up anyway. For Cranky to be an old man, either Kongs age rapidly, Mario is ageless, or there's some deep lore that Mario is also Jumpman's descendant. It's Nintendo so the answer is likely "don't think about it that deeply".DunfishMemberOct 29, 20171,462Well the story is ruined... no point to play now! /sFootMemberMar 10, 201912,827Fendoreo1 said:I clicked on the link and can't see it at all, was it changed already?Click to expand...Click to shrink...Scroll down until you see it.LuaMemberAug 9, 20182,111that looks like a kid tho, pauline as a kid? Pauline's daughter? Or just a case of a similar face.Duck SauceMemberOct 30, 20172,589United StatesWell that's a huge spoiler. Not buying now.Fendoreo1MemberJan 1, 201917,787Foot said:Scroll down until you see it.Click to expand...Click to shrink...I scrolled all the way to the bottom and nothing, just the standard key artLightsongMemberNov 11, 20228,744SHE LOOKS SO CUTEKid Pauline!NeiteioMemberOct 25, 201726,442Singing is also a key mechanic in this game. In the Treehouse Live demos, there are parts where DK whistles and Odd Rock sings to clear certain obstacles. So if Odd Rock becomes Pauline (or some relative thereof), it tracks.AzzieMemberDec 1, 2024376Shes gotta be Pauline JrKeversThe FallenOct 29, 201715,613Syracuse, NYFendoreo1 said:I scrolled all the way to the bottom and nothing, just the standard key artClick to expand...Click to shrink...You don't see Pauline wrapped around Dinkey Kongs neck? It's in the OP

People dont understand how close D&D and wrestling are, said Brennan Lee Mulligan. And hes speaking from an informed perspective, ushering Dimension 20: Titan Takedown into the world this week. In the new four-episode season of the long-running anthology actual play show, Mulligan hosts four WWE superstars Xavier Woods, Kofi Kingston, Bayley, and Chelsea Green to a game set in a professional-wrestling-themed reimagining of Greek mythology. And despite its brevity, the season has become a playground for wrestling-loving Dimension 20 veterans, who were welcomed into a suite of extra skits and bits to celebrate their own fandom. The parallels between professional wrestling and actual play Dungeons & Dragons are easy to find, and when Polygon chatted with Mulligan via video call last week, we started with the obvious one. Did he feel like his entire career had come down to this: playing every heel? The Dungeon Master should just be called the All-Heel, Mulligan said. It is the heel of all heels; you play every heel, and it is your role to be big and blustery and then lose, and that is what the people want to see. Its a delight. I flew into it with all of the love and ardor I could muster. For more of Brennans thoughts on Titan Takedown, the kayfabe all around us, and the unexpected advantages of having new players in your actual play, read on. Polygon: Are you a wrestling fan from way back or is it something youve been introduced to later in life or for the show?Brennan Lee Mulligan: Later in life; I had the pleasure, the honor I wish that everyone in the world could be so lucky as to be pals with the magnificent Danielle Radford [comedian and co-host of the Tights and Fights podcast]. Danielle is a wrestling and comedy super maven. I have always been tangentially a fan of wrestling, as a lot of people are tangentially fans of D&D, where theyre like, Oh, that looks fun, but no one has invited me specifically to participate. I dont have an on-ramp. Im not at a friends house where theyre watching it, my parents arent watching it. So its this thing that seems cool, but that Im not getting drawn into.Working in comedy, there are so many comedians that are huge wrestling fans. And Danielle took me by the hand especially ramping up as this season was approaching and went like, Heres the historic matches, heres the lore, heres the jargon, heres the encyclopedia. She created this beautiful document for the season, came through and said, Heres the matches you need to watch to understand these four players. After years and years of being like, Oh, that seems cool, but I dont see an organic way into participating in that, Danielle could not have thrown more of a royal red carpet out for me and all the D20 people that wanted to finally be involved. And it was a joy, a privilege, and an honor.Ive always been in a similar boat, but the appeal of wrestling clicked for me when I found out what kayfabe means. I thought, Oh, its like the Muppets. Its a performance of a performance. Hey, listen, kayfabe is all around us. Anyone who has ever had to visit their grandma knows that you are not the same person everywhere, right? You go, [soft, cheerful voice] Hi, Grandma. Its good to see you! We present these masks; we present these sides of ourselves. Kayfabe is a really useful concept, and I love that its entering common parlance. Its a useful term, especially in the age of social media [mildly deranged voice] where we are all performers, Susana, all of us are performers...Oh god, interviews are already the most kayfabe space I occupy, this is a level of metatext Im not sure Im capable of processing.Dimension 20 has always included players of different levels of experience with Dungeons & Dragons. But recent seasons like Dungeons and Drag Queens and Titan Takedown have really leaned into new players as performers. Whats in your playbook for introducing not just a player to a game they havent played, but a performer to this kind of performance they havent done before?The best thing I always say is: Dont worry about the rules. And I try to really remind people that I am a living encyclopedia. Im like, You should just step out into open air and Ill build a bridge underneath you. You cant go wrong. Dont be afraid. And also just trying to remind people that its story first, game second. What I mean by that is, its not that the game doesnt matter its that people will literally come with a game mentality of being like, Wait, so how do we win? Can we die? Whats going on? What happens when we die, we lose the game? And youre like, No, you make another character...Image: DropoutIts very funny, because its not even a debate. It is story first. The game is story first. Theres no lose condition, theres no win condition. The game ends when youre done telling your story, its built into the bones of the thing. And so: Reminding people of that [is the first step]. But the truth is a lot of that being a novice to the game [stuff] is incredibly beneficial to the show. Its really helpful. It creates an on-ramp for people that can come and find a season really approachable. Its so funny, we did Dungeons and Drag Queens, which was a lot of first-time players, and whats so funny is you think, Oh, this is going to be like a Reeses Cup; your peanut butter got in my chocolate. Fans of drag and fans of D&D can cross-pollinate and find these other mediums and performers. It was so funny that a lot of people approached that season as people that were not drawn from either, but it was a good on-ramp to learn about both. That you are novice to each other creates this really interesting opportunity to be able to jump into the beginning of something and go, Oh, theyre explaining the game to these performers and its an easy on-ramp for me coming in. I think that with Titan Takedown, it was really great, because you see apex performers at the top of their mastery of this skillset, learning something new, but being absolutely so entertaining and charming that its a wild ride while youre learning along with them.Maybe this is a question wrongly asked, because all gaming groups are going to be different in their own ways, but were there any unexpected differences between introducing a group of drag performers to the game and introducing a group of wrestling performers to the game?Yeah, I think I would say no. Id say that theyre just wonderful. Theyre just really wonderful. Dungeons and Drag Queens just won Best Web Series at the Queerty Awards, onstage with Mont and Bob and our incredible producer, Ebony Hardin whos the supervising producer for Dropout, but was also our day one production coordinator and producer going forward in Dimension 20. Theyre just phenomenal people. You meet them on day one and you see these people that are quite famous, and theyre just the most down to earth and funny and gregarious. Like Bob and Monts rivalry, taking shots at each other, the cameras arent [even] rolling, its just delightful. And the same was true for these wrestlers, they were just the most warm and incredible [presences]. And again, to watch that facility and charm I would say the cool thing was the storytelling. If youre someone thats approaching this as a D&D fan that is seeing wrestlers for the first time, you might think of them as these obviously athletic, incredible performers. You see the big, larger-than-life persona. What I grokked right away was [that] their facility was storytelling. The understanding of setting something up and paying it off. The understanding of those turns, of moments where something shifts. There are storytelling moments in [Titan Takedown] that you really see how confident and skilled they are at bringing a character through an experience. I think thats going to be really gratifying for people to come in and see. Titan Takedown premiered on Dropout on April 2, with new episodes airing Wednesdays through April 23. See More: