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Deckard Cain is a NPC found in all five acts of Diablo II. He provides identification of items (for free, to characters who rescued him in Act One; for 100 gold per item for characters who did not rescue him on that difficulty level) and lectures forth a great deal of plot information and game lore. He is found in a central location in all five towns, and is conveniently near the stash in the first four towns.
Cain fulfilled the same role in Diablo, where he became known for his loquacious nature and rambling, overlong stories. This tendency of his was used as something of a joke in Diablo II and the fact that he was caged and tortured by the demons in Act One was something of a fan service for long-suffering Diablo fans, who after endlessly clicking through his stories in the first game had often wanted to stick him in a cage themselves. His usual verbal prompt in Diablo II is "Stay a while and listen." in homage to his wordy nature.
- Information on Cain in Diablo I.
General Information
See the Deckard Cain article in the Diablo 3 section of this wiki for extensive details about Deckard Cain in the Diablo lore, as well as information about the surprising origin of his name, the voice actor who plays him, and much more.
Cain's Diablo II Dialogues
- Good afternoon.
- Good day.
- Good evening.
- Good morning.
- Good to see you!
- Greetings.
- Hello.
- I have a quest for you.
- I have a reward for you!
- I have news for you.
- Stay a while and listen.
- Yes?
- You have returned!
Act One Dialogues
The Search for Cain
Before Rescue
- Help!
After Rescue
- ...I thank you, friend, for coming to my aid.
Complete Act 1 without rescuing Cain
- Oh... Blessings on the Rogues! They finally rescued me from that cursed place!
- As a token of my gratitude, I will identify items for you at no charge.
Tragedy of Tristram
- Regrettably, I could do nothing to prevent the disaster which devastated Tristram. It would appear that our greatest fears have come to pass. Diablo, the Lord of Terror, has once again been set loose upon the world!
- As you know, some time ago Diablo was slain beneath Tristram. And when our hero emerged triumphant from the labyrinth beneath town, we held a grand celebration that lasted several days.
- Yet, as the weeks passed, our hero became increasingly aloof. He kept his distance from the rest of the townsfolk and seemed to lapse into a dark, brooding depression. I thought that perhaps his ordeal had been so disturbing that he simply could not put it out of his mind.
- The hero seemed more tormented every passing day. I remember he awoke many times -- screaming in the night -- always something about 'the East'.
- One day, he simply left. And shortly thereafter Tristram was attacked by legions of foul demons. Many were slain, and the demons left me to die in that cursed cage.
- I believe now that Tristram's hero was that Dark Wanderer who passed this way before the Monastery fell.
- I fear even worse, my friend... I fear that Diablo has taken possession of the hero who sought to slay him. If true, Diablo will become more powerful than ever before.
- You must stop him or all will be lost.
The Forgotten Tower
After Activation
- That tower marks a place of danger. There is an epic poem about it... How much sorrow one can stand was tested there.
- Quickly in and quickly out is all the advice I can give you.
- Well done, my friend. Courage and opportunity together have created in you a kind of alchemy.
Tools of the Trade
After Activation
- The Malus was forged and enchanted by the ancient Horadric Mages during the Sin Wars. When their union dissolved, the Malus was entrusted to the Sisterhood guarding the pass into the East.
- The Malus has eluded you so far. Well, search thoroughly in the Barracks... That is where the Rogues kept their forge.
- The magical effects imbued by the Malus are impossible to predict, but are always to the good.
Sisters to the Slaughter
- It is certain that we face the demon queen, Andariel, who has corrupted the Rogue Sisterhood and defiled their ancestral Monastery. This does not bode well for us, my friend.
- Ancient Horadric texts record that Andariel and the other Lesser Evils once overthrew the three Prime Evils -- Diablo, Mephisto and Baal -- banishing them from Hell to our world. Here, they caused mankind untold anguish and suffering before they were finally bound within the Soulstones.
- Andariel's presence here could mean that the forces of Hell are once again aligned behind Diablo and his Brothers. If this is true, then I fear for us all.
- You must kill her before the Monastery becomes a permanent outpost of Hell and the way east lost forever.
After Activation
- Diablo is heading east for some foul purpose. And the only passage east is through the Monastery gate. Obviously, Diablo summoned Andariel to block any pursuit.
- For her part Andariel hopes to win Diablo's favor... the lesser demons are always vying for positions of power within the unholy hierarchy!
- It is clear that Andariel is acting on behalf of Diablo to prevent anyone from following him eastward. Her defeat would allow you to continue the pursuit.
- Ancient lore has it that while Andariel was spawned in the Burning Hells, she is not fond of fire.
- This is a great victory indeed, but many more battles await. I will accompany you on your journey, lending what assistance I can...
- Remember... Diablo is still out there, seeking something in the desert. I'm afraid that this nightmare will not end until you find what it is that he seeks.
- Long ago, the Soulstones were given to the Horadrim by the Archangel Tyrael. They were used to bind the three Prime Evils. I now know that even these holy artifacts were no match for Diablo's power.
- I hope that his two brothers are more securely held... but I fear the worst.
- It takes time to master your skills... and use will hone your technique. But take care to choose your new skills wisely.
- You may recover some mysterious things from the demons you kill. Some of great use to you... some of great peril! Bring them to me and I'll reveal their secrets.
- Have I told you about the Horadrim? They were an ancient confederation of mage-clans who sought to bind the three Prime Evils for eternity. The Horadrim are now nearly forgotten... and it appears that the bonds they wove are unravelling!
- As the last of the Horadrim, I pray that I can help you remedy their failure.
After Sisters to the Slaughter Activation
- Long ago, Diablo and his brothers were cast out of Hell by the Lesser Evils. It seems that Hell's balance has shifted, as Andariel is now aligned with the Lord of Terror. Her presence here in the mortal realm does not bode well for us.
Gossip (about Deckard Cain)
From Akara
- I understand that Cain is the last descendant of the ancient Horadrim and that his knowledge of their lore is vast. He could prove to be very useful in discerning the nature of our current crisis.
From Charsi
- I don't really know anything about Cain. He seems to have a lot of secrets... That makes me nervous.
From Gheed
- That old coot, Cain, is as crazy as a wet Quill Rat. I hear he survived whatever happened in Tristram. Personally, I wouldn't trust a thing he has to say.
From Kashya
- Some of my Rogues told me of Deckard Cain. They said that he is a man of great wisdom. Personally, I don't know how wise he could possibly be if he never learned how to wage battle himself.
From Warriv
- Cain seems to have great wisdom regarding the supernatural. I hope I never live to be that wise...
Act Two Dialogues
Radament's Lair
After Activation
- The Horadrim used to mummify their highest mages, and infuse them with spells that would allow them to protect their tombs, even after death.
- I have no idea why one of them would be acting so malevolently. Perhaps Drognan or Fara would know more about this.
- The Horadric mummies were created to protect the tombs, but Radament is far from his burial chamber. Given the aberrations that have been witnessed lately, it comes as no surprise that even the ancient guardian spells have begun to unravel. Be wary of this as you venture farther into the desert.
- If you haven't already, tell Atma that Radament is dead. It may help to ease the weight of her mourning.
The Horadric Staff
- Ahh... The lost Horadric Scroll! What a fortunate turn of events...
- As the last living Horadrim, I alone have knowledge of its meaning. Now, to read the Horadric runes it bears. Hmmm...
- The Horadric Mages, after binding Baal within Tal Rasha, magically sealed off his Burial Chamber from the mortal realm. Those same Mages also crafted fearsome Horadric Staves and imbued them with the special power to open the Chamber's hidden door.
- After nearly losing one to the thievery of a rogue sorcerer, they divided all the Horadric Staves into two parts - wooden shaft and metal headpiece - hiding them separately to safeguard them.
- The Horadrim foresaw our current plight and designed the hiding places to reveal themselves to worthy heroes like you.
- Collect both parts of a Horadric Staff and unite them using a Horadric Cube. Then, you may enter Tal Rasha's Burial Chamber.
Return (with Horadric Cube)
- You have quite a treasure there in that Horadric Cube. According to Horadric lore, the Cube can restore a Horadric Staff.
- To do it - use the Cube as you would a scroll. When the Cube opens, place both pieces of the Staff into it and use the Cube's transmute power.
- You'll be pleased to know that the Cube has other alchemical uses as well...
- Six gems plus one sword transmute into a socketed long sword.
- You may also transmute two quivers of crossbow bolts into one quiver of arrows, while two quivers of arrows yield one quiver of bolts.
- I must leave it to you to discover other formulae.
Return (with Staff of Kings)
- The Staff of Kings! You astound me, my friend. You have discovered the shaft portion of a Horadric Staff.
- I trust you know how to use a Horadric Cube to unite the shaft with its headpiece.
Return (with Viper Amulet)
- The Viper Amulet you bear is actually the headpiece of a Horadric Staff!
- Yes... You have an uncanny knack for finding rare and valuable artifacts. Of course, you'll have to use a Horadric Cube to combine the headpiece with the shaft.
Return (with Horadric Staff)
- Excellent! You have a Horadric Staff.
- Carry it with you into Tal Rasha's Tomb. Find within the Tomb the chamber whose floor is inset with the Circle of Seven Symbols.
- Place the Staff into the receptacle you find there. That will open the secret passage into Tal Rasha's Burial Chamber.
- But, be prepared for a fight - you'll likely have to kill Tal Rasha to destroy Baal.
Tainted Sun
After Activation
- Drognan may have some advice on this matter. Hmm... I think I'll speak with him myself.
- The source of this spell is probably a magical altar. It will not be enough to kill the Claw Vipers. To reverse the spell you must destroy the altar.
Completion (only if spoken to first)
- I've been speaking with Lord Jerhyn, and I sense that he is becoming more and more agitated by something. You should try to talk to him again.
- If he still won't take you into his confidence, seek to prove yourself a bit more. I gather that his respect for you is growing.
Arcane Sanctuary
After Activation
- I very much doubt that Horazon still lives in his Sanctuary. He possessed great power and influence over demons, but even that may not have been enough in the end. One of his notoriety cannot easily remove himself from the vengeful reach of Hell.
- I've been thinking about the problems in Jerhyn's palace. Perhaps this has occurred to you as well...
- If those cellar passageways lead to the Arcane Sanctuary, then that is where the demons came from. Horazon's haven must have been breached!
- You must move quickly now, friend, for Diablo is undoubtedly close to finding what he seeks. Find the Tomb of Tal Rasha before he frees the Lord of Destruction.
The Summoner
After Activation
- The appearance of the mage you describe sounds like one I met back in Tristram. Many Vizjerei came to fight against Diablo, the Lord of Terror. Perhaps, this is one of them.
- You know, fate seems to have frowned upon all of the heroes who confronted that terrible Evil. Take care or the same may happen to you.
- I hope that this false Summoner found peace in death. Unfortunately, it is more likely that he will be dragged down into Hell by the demons he was bound to.
- Let this be a lesson to you... Demonic magic is a quick path, but its powers are seductive and deadly.
The Seven Tombs
After Activation
- Diablo nears his goal. We have little time to lose.
- Remember, my friend, that Andariel gave herself willingly to Diablo's cause. It would be prudent to assume that the other Evils will attempt to aid their master as well.
- The Archangel Tyrael was the one who gave the Soulstones to the Horadrim two hundred and sixty years ago.
- It is highly unusual for the forces of Heaven to so directly interfere with man's destiny, but Tyrael was said to act of his own volition. We have never been able to discern why.
- Perhaps, he goes against the consensus of Heaven because he doubts our ability to defend ourselves, or perhaps, he sees more threat than his peers.
- Where the actions of Hell often seem straightforwardly bent on destruction, the motives of Heaven are unfathomable.
- Now make haste... Both Diablo and Baal must be stopped before they join with their brother, Mephisto. If the three Prime Evils unite once again, the world as we know it will be no more.
About Elzix
- Elzix is quite a scoundrel, but I like him all the same.
About Fara
- There is something about Fara that troubles me. Her manner is strange for a lonely desert-maid.
About Jerhyn
- Greetings, my friend. Have you spoken to Jerhyn yet? He's quite a remarkable leader for being such a young man. Then again, the old blood has always run strong in this land.
About Meshif
- Meshif is an interesting man. Part of him longs for the freedom of the open seas... Yet his heart belongs in his homeland.
About Warriv
- I talked at length with Warriv as we crossed the desert from Khanduras. He has many fascinating tales of the dangers in the desert. His experience may be useful to you.
Gossip (about Deckard Cain)
From Drognan
- I have heard of your friend, Cain. He is the last of the Horadrim. You would do well to heed whatever advice he has to give you.
Act Three Dialogues
- I've not set foot in glorious Kurast for many years. But I never would have imagined it could be so corrupted.
- Certainly, this must be Mephisto's work! You'd best get going, my friend. Diablo and Baal are still out there and you must find them.
The Golden Bird
Return (with Jade Figurine)
- Back in Lut Gholein Meshif told me he had a fondness for jade figurines. On his trading voyages he collected an odd assortment of such small statues.
- I would show him your figurine.
Return (with Golden Bird)
- I've read legends about a sage named Ku Y'leh, who studied the mysteries of life beyond death.
- If I remember correctly, his ashes were ensconced within a golden statuette. It was a very strange tale.
- So, Meshif had the Golden Bird all along. I wonder if he knows what he gave up for that jade figurine.
Blade of the Old Religion
After Activation
- I've done some research on the Taan mage-clan, and it seems that most of their magical studies were focused on Skatsimi rites.
- If anyone is qualified to use the powers of the Gidbinn, it would be Ormus.
- Since you haven't come across the Gidbinn yet, the dagger must be deeper in the jungle nearer Kurast.
- Who could have foreseen that the Old Religion would play such an effective role in our war against the Three? Again, your efforts amaze me, my friend.
Khalim's Will
- Never forget that your ultimate purpose here in Kurast is to destroy Mephisto. The ancient Horadrim imprisoned the Lord of Hatred inside the Guardian Tower that is located within the Temple City of Travincal.
- Know this, friend. The only way to gain entry to Mephisto's prison is to destroy the artifact known as the Compelling Orb.
- Mephisto used this device to control the Zakarum Priests and their followers. The Orb can only be destroyed with an ancient flail imbued with the spirit of the one incorruptible priest.
- Soon after his imprisonment, Mephisto worked his evil corruption on the Zakarum priesthood. All were turned to his dark ways, save one - Khalim, the Que-Hegan of the High Council.
- Mephisto directed the other Council priests to slay and dismember Khalim and then scatter his remains across the Kingdom. The Priest Sankekur succeeded Khalim as Que-Hegan, eventually becoming the embodiment of Mephisto here on the mortal plane.
- The corrupted High Council fashioned an Orb to control the rest of the Zakarum faithful and used their powers to hide the lair of their master from mortals.
- Your task is to collect the scattered relics of Khalim - his Heart, his Brain, and his Eye. Then, using the Horadric Cube, transmute Khalim's Flail with his relics.
- Once this is accomplished, you must destroy the Compelling Orb with Khalim's Will to open the way into the corrupt sanctum of Mephisto.
Return (with Eye)
- Ahh... Khalim's Eye! Only it can reveal the true path to Mephisto.
- Place the Eye in the Horadric Cube along with Khalim's other relics - the Heart, the Brain, and the Flail.
Return (with Brain)
- This is most fortunate! Khalim's Brain knows Mephisto's weakness.
- Place it in the Horadric Cube along with Khalim's other relics - the Eye, the Heart, and the Flail.
Return (with Heart)
- You have found Khalim's Heart, and it still bears the courage to face Mephisto!
- Place it in the Horadric Cube along with Khalim's other relics - the Eye, the Brain, and the Flail.
Return (with Flail)
- Once properly imbued, Khalim's Flail can destroy the Compelling Orb and reveal the way to Mephisto.
- Place it into the Horadric Cube along with Khalim's relics - his Heart, his Brain, and his Eye. Then, transmute them to carry out Khalim's Will.
- Masterfully done, hero! You have crafted Khalim's Will. Employ it to destroy the Compelling Orb and open the way to Mephisto.
- May the true Light guide your way.
Lam Esen's Tome
After Activation
- The Black Book is a powerful source of information. The Zakarum will do everything in their power to stop you from obtaining it.
- I heard that there are ruined temples in Kurast. Perhaps you will find the Black Book in one of them.
- You have found a source of information powerful enough to turn the tide against the Zakarum.
The Blackened Temple
After Activation
- Ormus tells me that the Council is comprised of tremendously powerful priests. It will be difficult to best them.
After Activation (Lam Esen's Tome quest wasn't completed)
- The Temple City is well guarded. You'd best keep your wits about you.
- Sankekur may be using a Compelling Orb to control the minds of the Children of Zakarum.
- Ridding Kurast of the Council of Zakarum was essential. Still, there is more you must do. The Compelling Orb, too, must be destroyed.
- Diablo and Baal must be close to finding their brother, Mephisto, by now. You've no time to waste.
The Guardian
After Activation
- You must reach Mephisto before his brothers do.
After Activation (Lam Esen's Tome quest wasn't completed)
- The ancient Horadrim always feared that the Three would escape their prisons and unite. I can't believe that I, the last of their Order, have seen it come to pass.
- You are the only one who can prevent this, my friend. The final hour draws near.
- Search the Tower thoroughly. Mephisto must not escape.
- Our faith in you was well deserved. But Diablo has made his way to Hell; and it is likely that Baal followed him there.
- Enter the Infernal Gate and kill the Lord of Terror before all is lost. Only then will our world be saved!
About Asheara
- Asheara seems like a very tough woman. I'd be careful around her if I were you.
About Hratli
- Drognan told me of Hratli when we were in Lut Gholein. He said that he weaves magic into his forge and produces mystical weapons and armor.
- His skills could be quite useful to you.
About Meshif
- Seeing his homeland in such a state must be horrifying to Meshif. I'm surprised he's willing to remain here in order to help you.
About Natalya
- Have you met, Natalya? She appears to be a member of the Khral-Harzhek, a secret order that has been around for centuries... almost as long as the Horadrim, itself.
- Her presence here makes me uneasy, for they are traditionally sworn to hunt down Magi who have betrayed the trust of their order.
- I wonder why she is here.
About Ormus
- Judging from his dress and strange markings, I would guess that Ormus is from the ancient Taan mage-clan. Yet none of the others here seem to know that he is a sorcerer.
- The Taan were once as powerful as the Vizjerei clan, but their studies were even more secretive. I wonder what he's hiding.
- Ormus would like you to think him mad. Better to watch his actions than listen to his words.
Gossip (about Deckard Cain)
From Hratli
- This, Cain, whom you brought with you. He has the bearing of great power, yet I sense no magic about him. He is an enigma to me.
From Meshif
- Your companion, Cain, must have known that he would be in grave danger here. You are great, indeed, to elicit such loyalty.
From Natalya
- I've heard the name of Deckard Cain many times. He's the last of the Horadrim, and thus, I must honor him. You must be powerful, indeed, if one such as he accompanies you.
From Ormus
- Deckard Cain... Ormus has no time for the last son of the Horadrim. Pride led that holy Order to failure.
Act Four Dialogues
- Hello, my friend. I was hoping you'd return. It gets very unnerving here...especially when I'm alone.
- Can you believe this place? Did you ever dare to dream that you'd one day stand upon the crossroads between Heaven and Hell? This Pandemonium Fortress is truly miraculous.
- However, your journey is not yet over. Diablo still roams free in Hell, marshalling his demonic forces. Only when he is beaten will our world finally have peace.
- Hurry now... the sands of time slow for no one!
The Fallen Angel
After Activation
- Tyrael has asked you to confront Izual the Fallen? He must have great faith in your abilities!
- I trust you know what you're doing... Be careful. You're our last hope.
- Having trouble finding the Fallen Angel, eh?
- You'd better hurry. It's beginning to feel like some great evil is permeating the air around here.
- You're lucky to be alive, my friend! It is imperative that you find and stop Diablo!
- You should speak of this with Tyrael. He will know what to make of this.
Hell's Forge
- The time has come for you to destroy Mephisto's Soulstone!
- Take the Stone to the Hellforge. Place it upon the forge and strike it soundly with the Hammer.
- Only by doing this can you prevent Mephisto from manifesting in this world ever again.
Activation (Mephisto's soulstone wasn't picked up)
- The time has come to destroy Mephisto's Soulstone!
- Although I picked it up before entering the Infernal Gate, I believe you should carry out this crucial mission.
- Take the Stone to the Hellforge. Place it upon the forge and strike it soundly with the Hammer.
- Only by doing this can you prevent Mephisto from manifesting in this world ever again.
- Congratulations, hero!
- Surely, even Diablo, himself, sensed the fury unleashed when you smashed his Brother's Soulstone.
Terror's End
After Activation
- You don't have time to dally about here!
- Diablo awaits you in Hell. Remember... Diablo's greatest weapon against you is Terror.
- Don't give in to your fears. Resist his power and put an end to him for good!
Completion (Diablo II)
- I knew there was great potential in you, my friend. You've done a fantastic job.
- Though my ancestors often struggled against the Three Evils and their minions, I've always lived a shut-in, scholarly life. I'm glad that my wisdom aided you.
- Now, I wish to leave this place. Though Heaven's Gates are a marvel to behold, I hope I won't have to see them again for many, many years.
Completion (Diablo II:LoD)
- I knew there was great potential in you, my friend. You've done a fantastic job.
- Though my ancestors often struggled against the Three Evils and their minions, I've always lived a shut-in, scholarly life. I'm glad that my wisdom aided you.
- Now, I wish to leave this place. Though Heaven's Gates are a marvel to behold, I hope I won't have to see them again for many, many years.
- Please talk to Tyrael about leaving this place now!
About Tyrael
- I have read much about the enigmatic Archangel Tyrael. He was revered in Horadrim lore both for his compassion for mortals and his unquenchable spirit.
- It was rumored that he went against the wishes of Heaven and gave the Horadrim the original Soulstones in order to trap Diablo and his Brothers.
Gossip (about Deckard Cain)
From Tyrael
- Long ago, I swore an oath to watch over the Horadrim and their descendants.
- As Deckard Cain is the last of their esteemed Order, I will not allow him to perish here so far from the lands of his birth.
- Be at ease, hero, I know that he is your friend. He shall come to no harm.
Act Five Dialogues
- I am amazed to find this place so untouched. Everything else in the path of Baal the Lord of Destruction lies in ruin.
- These Barbarians must indeed be the legendary guardians of Mount Arreat. They are a proud, hardy people. Don't expect to be greeted warmly -- strangers here rarely are.
- Perhaps I can gain their trust. I'll spend some time with the townsfolk and try to understand them better. I'll let you know what I discover.
Siege on Harrogath
After Activation
- I believe that stopping the siege on Harrogath is the only way for you to earn the trust of these people.
- I understand your reluctance, but now is the time to strike.
- Those catapults were like nothing I have ever seen before. You have prevailed against Shenk, my friend, but Baal is still far ahead of you.
Rescue on Mount Arreat
After Activation
- I know firsthand that captivity is a sad fate for a man. Find them quickly.
- If you are having trouble finding Qual-Kehk's soldiers, you should talk to Malah. She healed those who made it back before. Perhaps she would have some advice.
- You've become a hero to this town, my friend. The shadows have lifted ever since you brought the Light to Harrogath.
Prison of Ice
After Activation
- I would listen to Malah. Nihlathak speaks with a venomous tongue and acts as if the entire weight of this town rests upon his shoulders.
- Perhaps there is more going on here than we know.
- Nihlathak's story does sound reasonable, considering what I've heard about Anya. However, the best lies are often hidden within truth.
Return (after finding Anya)
- Goodness! Anya frozen by that fallen Barbarian, Nihlathak...Perhaps Malah can help you where I cannot.
- For one so young, Anya commands great respect. Now that she is here, I will make it a point to talk to her about Mount Arreat.
- You should do the same.
Betrayal of Harrogath
After Activation
- Regretfully, I know very little about this Relic. However, if what the others say is true, then Baal must not gain possession of it.
- Stop Nihlathak...before all is lost.
- Ohh...This is a truly horrible turn of events.
- I know it seems you have always been one step behind, my friend. But look at it this way...You have evil on the run.
- Beware! Baal grows stronger with every passing moment.
Rite of Passage
After Activation
- A test of mettle is a fitting rite of passage for a Barbarian hero.
- We have come too far to be defeated now, my friend. I have seen you complete many difficult quests. Though this may be your greatest trial, it is not beyond your reach.
- You have proven yourself to these people. They look to you as their warrior, their champion.
Eve of Destruction
- Remember this. Baal once possessed Tal Rasha, one of the most powerful of the ancient Horadrim.
- Your battles with Mephisto and Diablo will pale in comparison to your battle with Baal.
- The Lord of Destruction aided by Tal Rasha's knowledge...The mountain itself will tremble when you clash.
- I knew in time you would defeat Baal. You have done everything you set out to do, my friend.
- Ever since you rescued me from Tristram, I have believed in you. It has been a supreme honor to aid you along the way.
- So...The Worldstone was corrupted by Baal. And now Tyrael must destroy it. Worry not. Through whatever lies ahead I have faith that the Light will guide us both.
- Go, now, back to the Worldstone chamber, and enter the portal Tyrael has opened for you.
- With hellspawn, size is no measure of their threat. Demons half the size of men can kill with a gesture, while hellish pack animals trample any who stand in their way.
- Though these Barbarians are known throughout the kingdoms as ferocious fighters, they are also capable of great compassion.
- They have trained throughout history for a battle their legends foretell will decide the fate of the world.
- The angel Tyrael has watched over the guardians of Arreat throughout history. I do not believe that Baal and Tyrael have come to fight over a paltry few souls.
- They are here to settle a conflict as old as time itself.
- During my time with the Horadrim, we often debated the nature of Mount Arreat.
- We knew that the Barbarian clans zealously guarded the mountain as their sacred duty. However, many dismissed their zeal as simple superstition...combined with an inborn hostility toward outsiders.
- Those Horadrim who trekked up Arreat were never heard from again...Still, I do not believe they died at the hands of Barbarians.
- All users of the magical arts know of Mount Arreat, but few understand its true nature. It is the nexus of an unfathomable magic.
- It bodes ill that the Lord of Destruction races to its summit with such purpose. I fear for the whole world should Baal gain what he seeks.
- I have spent decades trying to understand the forces at work in this world. But in the face of all that is transpiring, I realize how meager my knowledge is.
- I will be of assistance where I can, my friend.
- Though the Elder Council of Harrogath is gone, there are many capable young leaders to take their place.
- Anya certainly has enough courage and intelligence to lead them all, if they can survive this catastrophe.
- It is my belief that the Soulstones are at the center of this conflict. If only that fool Marius had not intervened, Baal would still be imprisoned within Tal Rasha.
About Anya
- Ah, Anya. Such a fine example of feminine strength...
- She reminds me of the Zakarum priestesses I knew in my youth. They don't take vows of chastity, you know.
About Larzuk
- It is fortunate that this town has such a talented smith.
- The quality of Larzuk's work surely complements your skills. In fact, he would have been quite welcome amongst the Horadrim.
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A Panoramic View of the Himalayan Range in Nepal
A Sherpa memorial set against a Himalayan backdrop,
Tenzing Norgay Memorial, Everest Base Camp Trek, Nepal
Life goes on in the Himalayas near Everest Base Camp
Winds blow snow off of the summit of Mt. Everest, Nepal.
The Nepalese Himalayas make a great background.
the Himalayan mountain range dwarf all that pass through.
Mount Everest as seen from Tingboche on the Everest Base Camp Trek
Prayer flags are everywhere in the Himalayas
Dingboche at the foot of the great Himalayan mountain range.
The Ice Fields start as you get further into the EBC Trek.
Stupas stand proud against the Himalayan Backdrop.
Kala Pattar in Laboche on the Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal
The Town of Namche Bazzar, on route to Everest Base Camp.
The Khumbu Ice Field right at Everest Base Camp
Everest Base Camp in the Himalya Mountain Range of Nepal


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The 2005 ACM SIGPLAN Workshop on ML
To be held in conjunction with ICFP 2005
September 29, 2005
Tallinn, Estonia
The ML family of programming languages, whose dialects include
Standard ML, Objective Caml, Alice ML and nML, has inspired a
tremendous amount of language research, ranging from type inference
to module systems to operational semantics and implementation.
Languages from the ML family have alse been successfully applied in
areas ranging from compilers and theorem provers to low-level system
software, web applications and video games.
The goal of the Workshop is to provide a forum for researchers,
developers, and users to hear about and discuss the latest work on the
use, design, and implementation of ML-like languages. Previous ML
Workshops have been held in Edinburgh, Pittsburgh, San Francisco,
Orlando and Baltimore.
The 2005 Workshop will be held in conjunction with the ACM SIGPLAN
International Conference on Functional Programming (ICFP) in Tallinn,
Estonia. We seek papers on any ML-related topic, including (but not
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garbage collectors, etc.
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cross-language interoperability, etc.
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Submitted papers should describe new ideas, experimental results, or
informed positions regarding proposals for next-generation ML languages.
In order to encourage lively discussion, submitted papers may describe
work in progress. Proceedings will be published as a volume of
Electronic Notes in Theoretical Computer Science (ENTCS).
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Martin Elsman IT University of Copenhagen
Jean-Christophe Filliâtre CNRS, University Paris Sud
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Chris Okasaki United States Military Academy
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Eijiro Sumii University of Pennsylvania
Stephen Weeks
Kwangkeun Yi Seoul National University
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The eight students and one teacher shuffled into the center of what was left of the dining room of a red-brick ranch home on a canal in Long Beach's East End last Friday. There they received instructions from an All Hands Volunteers team leader on how to finish ripping out the home's appliances, floors and walls, after it was flooded with three feet of seawater during Hurricane Sandy. Safety was the team leader's overarching message.
The homeowner, a smartly dressed man in his 30s or 40s, a Long Beach professional who did not want to be identified publicly, stood nearby, listening. He looked nervous. Why not? Strangers, the majority of whom were yet to graduate from high school, had come to help disassemble his once safe haven so that it might soon be rebuilt.
On Dec. 15, I followed a group of students from Calhoun High School in North Merrick, ages 16 to 18, who, as part of a leadership class, had volunteered to assist All Hands Volunteers, a U.S.-based international nonprofit organization that helps homeowners clean up after natural disasters such as Japan's crushing tsunami in 2011 and, most recently, Sandy. The homeowner allowed me to tag along with the students into his house on a narrow side street halfway between Reynolds Channel, to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean, to the south.
Shortly after the Calhoun students went to work, a college-age woman, wearing a Bryn Mawr sweatshirt and faded jeans, arrived out of the blue to join in the rip-out effort. She signed a waiver and was assigned to slice open the seals around the front window moldings with a knife, peel them back and discard them on the curb.
It was a busy, dusty, almost raucous scene. I wondered what the homeowner must have been thinking, how all of this must have seemed like a nightmare. Surely, I thought, he must have wanted to wake up and find that the house where he is raising a family was magically put back together, and that all of these strangers, including a reporter, had disappeared.
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It seems like many of the Websites I visit these days request a login. Whether it's online banking, Twitter, Facebook, or a blog site, everyone wants a username and password.
Until the industry adopts a standard single sign-on system, such as OpenID, it looks like we're going to be stuck managing multitudes of unique usernames and passwords. After years of this insanity, I got fed up and installed a password manager that I've come to rely on daily (actually hourly). Agile Web Solution's 1Password desktop application helps me generate extremely secure passwords for all my sites, stores them away from prying eyes, and enters them for me almost automatically. It also lets me store all my credit card numbers, auto-populates payment forms, and even gives me a secure place where I can store software license keys, encrypted notes and so on. What's more, 1Password backs everything up to my Dropbox account for safekeeping.
So I have a solution that works great on my Mac. But what about for password-protected sites I come across when browsing on my iPhone? The obvious answer: use the 1Password app for the iPhone and iPod touch.
While completely functional as a standalone app, the iPhone version really shines when used in conjunction with its desktop counterpart. There are two versions: a $5 edition (which Macworld has previously reviewed) and the $8 1Password Pro.
The first time you open either version of the app, you'll be required to create two logins: a 4-digit unlock code, and a longer master password. 1Password will prompt you for the unlock code each time you open the app; then you'll need to enter the master password each time you want to use one of your saved items. (You can disable the master password on an item-by-item basis if you want, but keep in mind that if someone gets your unlock code, they'll have access to those unsecured items.)
If you use the desktop version of 1Password, you'll want to sync up the mobile version over Wi-Fi in order to get all your data. (You'll also want to sync periodically to keep both systems on par with on another.) If you don't use the desktop application, then you can enter all of your logins, credit cards, and other sensitive data directly within the mobile version of 1Password.
As with the desktop version, the feature I use most on the iPhone is 1Password's "auto login" feature. You can either use the app's built-in Web browser or—if you're using the Pro version—you can copy and paste your login data into Safari. (This feature is left out of the basic version.) While it's great to have credit card numbers, passport info and other sensitive data stored securely at my fingertips, for me, the auto-login feature alone is worth the price.
While I really like 1Password, the mobile offering isn't without its flaws. First, I'd like to see 1Password Pro's Safari integration work a little more seamlessly. Agile Web Solutions' Website describes how to create the necessary Safari bookmarklet but the instructions are pretty difficult for the non-geek to follow. And, while functional enough, the Safari integration seems a little kludgy. To be fair, though, Apple can share some of this blame since it currently doesn't allow background processing on the iPhone, requiring developers to come up with creative workarounds.
It would also be nice if Agile Web Solutions offered an in-app upgrade path from the regular version to the pro version. As it stands now, if you decide to move up to 1Password Pro, you have to cough up the full price again. If you don't synch with the desktop app, then you have to be careful to backup your 1Password data so that that it can be imported into the pro version. So, if you're waffling between which version to buy, it might be wiser to go the Pro version at the start.
In these days of login-mania, a password manager is almost a requirement if you want to keep your data secure while maintaining your sanity. 1Password on the Mac and the iPhone is a hard combination to beat.
[Brian Beam is a web developer and partner with BOLD Internet Solutions, living somewhere near Kansas City.]


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It's not often that NewsFeed advises you to "ask your parents." But when it comes to British pop artist Sir Peter Blake and his famous creation from 1967, it's arguably the safest course of action.
When Blake was a younger man, he came up with the Beatles' Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album cover. It was a mighty fine testament to those considered famous back then, featuring writers, musicians, film stars and a number of Indian gurus. (In case you're wondering, that last one was a George Harrison request.)
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But Blake has decided to mark his 80th birthday by updating the iconic artwork, and has thrust a plethora of newer British talent in the limelight. This version was commissioned for a birthday celebration at Wayne Hemingway's Vintage festival at Boughton House, Northamptonshire, this July.
"I've chosen people I admire, great people and some who are dear friends," Blake told the Guardian. The late Amy Winehouse is featured, as are the likes of JK Rowling, Kate Moss, Damien Hirst and even the Monty Python foot ("there are better parts of his body available at very little cost," said original Python Terry Jones). Rowling was clearly taken aback: "Given that I've devoted quite a lot of time to gazing at the original Sgt Pepper album cover, you can perhaps imagine what it means to me to be featured," she said.
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard was also extremely happy, calling it "an honor that outdoes delirium" while Noel Gallagher (once of Oasis) was "chuffed," noting that "to be on there with the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Mick Jagger and Paul Weller, just those three people alone, is amazing for me as I wouldn't put myself up with any of those."
And that raises an interesting point, because if Gallagher doesn't rank himself as highly as (some of) his peers, it's clearly up for debate who deserves to have made the cover, who should have been left off and who was overlooked. "I had a very long list of people who I wanted to go in but couldn't fit everyone in – I think that shows how strong British culture and its legacy of the last six decades is," Blake said rather diplomatically. Why don't you check out this interactive feature, and then use the comments box below to give us your thoughts?
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One of the best things about Chromebooks is that they're built to last. Thanks to automatic security and feature updates from Google, along with a lightweight browser-based operating system, longtime users may find that their laptops run as well, if not better, than they did on day one.
But despite Chromebooks' theoretical longevity, it's possible for Google to cut their lives short. Per the company's End of Life policy, Chromebooks and other Chrome OS devices are only entitled to five years of feature and security updates. After that, Google doesn't guarantee that these systems will run safely or properly.
Obsolescence seems nigh for the first wave of browser-based laptops, including Samsung's Series 5 and Acer's AC700, which arrived in 2011. Still, the policy isn't as cut-and-dry as Google's Chromebook end-of-life chart makes it seem. Google has left itself some wiggle room to keep updating Chromebooks in the future, and is continuing to update Chromebooks that have officially lost support.
Read on for details on how the Chromebook end-of-life policy really works.
Chromebook End of Life: What it means for you
According to Google, each Chromebook is guaranteed a minimum of five years of updates after the product's original release date (not to be confused with the time of purchase). Every six weeks during that time, Google provides automatic security and feature updates.
Beyond five years, though, things get murky. Right now, two Chromebooks—Samsung's Series 5 and the CR-48 prototype from 2010—have received an "official" end-of-life date. Another Chromebook, Acer's AC700, is unofficially slated for obsolescence this month. However, only devices with official end-of-life dates are liable to stop receiving updates.
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When will the update situation change? It's unclear, but users should get a notification on their Chromebooks once the updates stop. At that point, devices may continue to function, but they could become less reliable over time. More importantly, they won't receive any more security updates, potentially leaving them vulnerable to unpatched exploits.
According to the Google spokesperson, the company recommends dumping your old Chromebook and getting a new one at that point.
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Google isn't making any guarantees at this point, but it sounds like the company wants to extend updates—at least on the security side—beyond five years. It also sounds like device makers such as Acer and Samsung would be partially responsible for making that happen.
Why this matters
Whether you're upset or satisfied with Google's Chromebook support policy depends on your point of view.
Compared to a typical PC, Chromebooks are designed to be more secure, thanks to verified boot mechanisms, built-in data encryption, and "sandboxing" that contains threats within apps and webpages. Even in an unpatched state, Chromebooks are somewhat safe. (They're arguably a lot safer than Android devices, which routinely go unpatched by device makers and are much bigger targets for malware overall.)
Still, Chrome OS exploits do happen, and Google itself has noted that the "most effective way to protect against malware is to make sure all software is up to date and has the latest security fixes." For people with older hardware, those updates may not be guaranteed.
Five years may seem like a long time, but Microsoft has typically offered Windows security updates for at least 10 years after an operating system's release. That's a big deal given that more than 600 million PCs in use today are more than five years old. For enterprises and schools with slow device replacement cycles, it's essential.
Ultimately, what really matters is that users (and IT managers) can make informed decisions, and that's the biggest issue here. Google didn't publish an end-of-life policy for Chromebooks until late 2013, long after the company wooed users with the promise of automatic updates. And right now, the company's policy page remains ambiguous, so users can't be sure what to expect.
It's worth noting that end-of-life doesn't have to mean the end of useful hardware. If you have the know-how, you can install Linux on your Chromebook to extend its lifespan. Otherwise, users whose Chromebooks are still in fine working order just have to hope that end-of-life notification never comes.


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Every day, your body tells you all kinds of things: Scratch my elbow. I'd like some salt. But hidden in these signals can be deeper messages about your health.
Here's how to decode them.
Whites of Your Eyes
If they look grayish: It's probably just a result of the natural aging process, which can make the whites of your eyes (formally known as sclerae) become grayer.
"The sclera thins over time, so the deep vascular tissue underneath shows through," says Christopher Coad, an ophthalmologist at Chelsea Eye Associates, in New York City. That said, there are some serious medical conditions that can turn your whites gray, including rheumatoid arthritis and brittle bone syndrome. As a starting point, schedule an exam with your ophthalmologist, who may refer you to a specialist.
If they look red: Most likely, your eyes are dry. Those red squiggles you see are tiny blood vessels, which become more prominent when eyes are irritated.
"Dryness can be a result of age, staring at the computer, or environmental factors, like air-conditioning," says Coad. Preservative-free artificial tears (sold at drugstores) help lubricate eyes with ingredients like glycerin and can soothe irritation; use four to six times daily, as needed. If the dryness worsens, see your ophthalmologist, as "dry eyes can be a symptom of conditions like thyroid disease and diabetes," says Coad. If you also have itching and tearing, allergies may be to blame; try an over-the-counter antihistamine.
If they look yellow: It may be jaundice, which is caused by a high level of bilirubin, a by-product of red blood cells. See a doctor right away, as jaundice can be a sign of several serious health problems, including liver dysfunction, hepatitis, and, in rare cases, pancreatic cancer.
Sleep Habits
If you fall asleep as soon as your head hits the pillow: Surprise, surprise—you're probably sleep deprived, says Dr. James Herdegen, the medical director of the Sleep Science Center at the University of Illinois at Chicago. It takes a well-rested person about 10 to 15 minutes to fall asleep. Ideally, aim for eight hours or so a night. If you already get that much, see your doctor to rule out sleep-onset conditions such as restless legs syndrome.
If you wake up a lot at night: You may have sleep maintenance insomnia, in which the difficulty isn't falling asleep but staying asleep. The disorder has been linked to anxiety, depression, and sleep apnea. If you toss and turn or experience daytime sleepiness for more than four weeks, see your doctor, who may refer you to a sleep specialist.
If you crave salt: You may need some stress relief. Your constant search for a salt fix could signal that your adrenal glands, which pump adrenaline and other hormones into your blood when you're feeling anxious, have been working so hard that they're temporarily exhausted.
"The adrenal glands produce a hormone that holds sodium in your body, so if they're not making enough of that hormone, you may crave salt," says Dr. Susan Blum, the founder and director of the Blum Center for Health, in Rye Brook, N.Y. To keep stress in check, try exercise, meditation, or just saying no to yet another PTA request.
If you crave fat: It's well-known that eating sweets and simple carbohydrates can lead to the infamous sugar crash that leaves you craving more. Consuming fat has a similar self-perpetuating effect, says Sarah Leibowitz, an associate professor of neurobiology at Rockefeller University, in New York City. "Eating fatty foods stimulates the brain to produce peptides that make you crave more fat," she says. A recent study at the Scripps Research Institute, in Jupiter, Fla., showed that rats who were fed high-fat foods (bacon, icing) began eating more and more—a hallmark of addictive behavior. (They actually refused nutritious food when it was offered.) Fight the urge for chips by eating plenty of lean protein and low-fat dairy products, which will help you feel more satisfied.
If your hairline is receding: If you have a family history of thinning, you might be experiencing female pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia), which occurs in 30 to 40 percent of women. A dermatologist can prescribe medication or a topical treatment to help. It's also worth noting that your ponytail may be too tight, tearing strands from the hairline and creating a condition called traction alopecia.
If your part seems wider than usual: Your body could be under stress. (But be aware: Losing a handful of hairs a day—or about 100 strands—is normal.) A significant physical event, such as surgery, childbirth, or even a dramatic weight loss, can cause hair follicles to shift into a resting state and temporarily stop growing. Stay calm: Once you fully recover, your hair will gradually return.
If your gums are swollen or bleed: "You may have periodontal disease," says Greg Diamond, a periodontist in New York City. About 75 percent of people over the age of 40 do. "Most people think nothing of it if they spit blood after flossing," says Diamond, but your gums should never bleed. And though periodontal disease may not be painful, the bacteria that create it have been linked with systemic problems, like strokes and heart disease. So keep up with your professional cleanings (twice yearly), flossing (daily), and brushing (ideally, after every meal).
If you have whitish or reddish dots on the back of your tongue: Have your primary-care physician or dentist test you for the human papilloma virus (HPV), which is on the rise. HPV is tricky to detect and typically goes away on its own, but in some cases it can lead to cancer of the mouth, throat, or cervix. So if you do have the virus, you'll need to be monitored going forward.
If your tongue is smooth and shiny and you can't see your taste buds: You may be lacking in vitamin B12, says Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, the Kona, Hawaii–based author of Beat Sugar Addiction Now! Cracks at the corners of your mouth may also signal a B vitamin deficiency, says Minka Schofield, an otolaryngologist at Ohio State University Medical Center, in Columbus.
If it suddenly turns dry and itchy: It could be a reaction to a new skin-care product. If you can rule that out, have your thyroid and iron levels checked. "Dry skin can signal low thyroid levels or anemia," says Ava Shamban, a dermatologist in Beverly Hills and the author of Heal Your Skin. Your primary-care physician or dermatologist can run simple blood tests and refer you to a specialist if necessary.
If you break out on your jawline: Your hormones may be in overdrive. Acne in this area is common for women in their 30s and 40s—even those who have always had clear skin—especially right before their periods. Treat it with a traditional over-the-counter cream containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. If that doesn't work, "have your hormone levels checked by your ob-gyn," says Elizabeth Hale, a clinical associate professor of dermatology at the New York University Medical Center, in New York City. Often hormonal acne can be improved with medications such as oral contraceptives.
If you have a rash that won't go away: It might be mild eczema, which can show up as a result of stress. To soothe the itch, apply a lotion containing ceramides several times daily, or see your dermatologist for a prescription strength nonsteroidal calming cream. Another option: Slather on olive oil, says Shamban.
"It adds essential fats to the skin and has anti-inflammatory properties that can help with eczema."
If it's pale yellow or clear: You're well hydrated. "It shows that you're drinking enough water to dilute your urine, which is naturally yellow," says Blum.
If it's dark yellow: Start doubling your water intake, downing herbal tea, and eating a few servings of water-rich fruit, like cantaloupe, daily. If you've taken a multivitamin in the last 24 hours, bright yellow urine sometimes means your body is doing a good job of absorbing it. When you take a multivitamin, your body uses what it needs and excretes the rest, so if you see neon urine, the vitamin has successfully passed through your system, says Blum. "If your urine is very pale after taking a multivitamin, you might not be absorbing it properly," she says. In that case, switch to a quick-absorbing vitamin capsule or powder. They're easier for the body to break down than tablets.
If it's cloudy: You could have a bladder or kidney infection. "Cloudiness indicates the presence of white blood cells, which your body sends to fight off infection," says Blum. See your ob-gyn or primary care physician for a proper diagnosis.
If you see blood or it's very dark in color: If you had any doubts, we'll state it for the record: See your doctor (that is, unless you are menstruating). "Blood and darkness could be signs of various illnesses, from bladder infections to kidney disease," says Blum.
If your heels or arches hurt when you walk: You may have flatfeet, which means your arches collapse more than they should when you put weight on them. "Flatfeet can lead to knee and lower-back pain," says podiatrist James Christina, the director of scientific affairs for the American Podiatric Medical Association. Try over-the-counter arch support inserts, and if the pain persists, see a podiatrist.
If they cramp up when you walk: This could be a sign of peripheral artery disease, in which blood doesn't effectively circulate to the extremities. "Poor circulation can lead to lactic acid buildup in the foot muscles, which causes cramps," says Christina. See a podiatrist right away for an initial diagnosis.


text: Artist: Prodigy f/ Noreaga Album: H.N.I.C Song: What U Rep Typed by: OHHLA Webmaster DJ Flash, email@example.com [Prodigy] Wha, what the fuck yo? Fuck yo? Is it real? Really? .. Teach y'all niggaz how to rap yo Show y'all niggaz how to expose a sound [Noreaga] Spit on these cats nigga, spit on these cats what, what? [Prodigy] Fuckin dickblower.. (thug like what?) Yo (yo!) At ease! Back where you supposed to be P put it back where it's supposed to be Supposedly, niggaz comin close to me Trash rap niggaz can't fuck with the... ... exulted, affluent life style I kick calm shit that make your livest rep wanna harm shit Don't be alarmed when the guns bang (why?) It's only natural for my dunns to hurt some-thang Cop a squat though, you might learn some-thang We givin out back braces and arm slings Reality rap, the only song I sing Nuttin fugazi, strictly the real thing Live in the flesh, my niggaz fresh out the pen (When you see dem) When I see you dunn, new guns, money ain't a thing (Money ain't a thing, nigga what, what?) You could catch me in the clique, in the spot everyday Nore guzzle the Crist', I down Chardonnay Pardon me, 'fore you get knocked out the way Everyday it's like a title fight take place (no doubt) Aiyyo Nas - fuck that nigga just say? (What he say, huh?) Aiyya Noyd, tell Manny P. to pass me the shank (shank nigga) I think it's time to take 'em to the hood, let's play Ese, I like it when it get that way Chorus: Prodigy + (Noreaga) So what you rep dunn? (Iraq, where niggaz burst guns and everybody on the block pump junk So what you rep dunn?) Dunn the infamous, Q.B. houses Where niggaz stand out all night, and make thousands What you rep? (Iraq, where niggaz get buried And we fight dirty, and stay hungry So what you rep dunn?) Q.B., we like to blow faces And pop slugs in your illest nigga's rib cages [Noreaga] Aiyyo, yo Stick it to you, black magic like voodoo They can't fuck with us, cuz y'all cats straight doo-doo (You niggaz stink like shit) I'm from Iraq, home of the snakes Niggaz ain't got love for the jakes; do whatever it takes Climbin down terraces, and the fire escapes Yo we move money, money move me Yo I'm usually, livin it up (livin it up nigga what?) Gettin my dick sucked Bone a bitch in the butt, make her say what-what [Prodigy] Now gun talk, do you speak the same language? For your sake, I hope so, let's rap a taste yo My shit spit like a retard, and plus boss I drool for the day me and you could face-off It gets gangster, when my clique step in the room We blow torches, and celebrate good fortune This is for my dunns who rest in coffins I wish y'all was, wish y'all was here [Chorus] [Noreaga] Yo what the deally P? Iraq, can buy out Q.B. And you know we smash the industry, negatively So fuck a good boy, I always been a foul hood boy Yo as a youth I had ring-worms, and all that shit A lil' dirt ball nigga, throwin dirt at ya clique Cause me an Aknel nigga ain't packed no bags We rather, be in the streets, sellin yellow mesc' tabs Cause where we from, muh'fucker yo the game don't stops Or we was, out thuggin yo we had chicken-pox Me Mus', Maze, Outlaw, +Final Chapter+ brigades It definitely get real, on stage I ain't the Madd Rapper, but I'm mad at rap niggaz They're sellin records yo, actin like they clap niggaz Cause me and P. get money like L.S.G. While them cats small change like a E.S.3. Yo I'm still the same cat, that I used to be Often, I'm on tour with my rosaries Coastin, always hit 'em with the thug potion Look at you now, now you just full emotion Prankster height, my peoples like the gangster-type Queens niggaz like to shoot, ain't afraid to fight While y'all niggaz wear Pampers like the cradle type Mainly hype, thugged-out, shined with light [Chorus]


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Enbridge Day 2017 Annual Investor Conference Webcast Details
December 7, 2017
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwired - Dec. 7, 2017) - Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) (Enbridge or the Company) will hold its annual investor conference with Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. (TSX:ENF), Enbridge Energy Partners, L.P. (NYSE:EEP) and Spectra Energy Partners, LP (NYSE:SEP) on Tuesday, December 12th in New York and Wednesday, December 13th in Toronto. Enbridge executives will discuss the Company's strategic plan and financial outlook.
The conference in New York on December 12th will be webcast live at Enbridge.com. The webcast format will be listen-only.
Details of the webcast event are as follows:
|Tuesday, December 12th, 2017
|8:30 a.m. ET (6:30 a.m. MT) to 12:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. MT)
In addition, immediately following the formal presentations in New York, there will be a break-out session for additional Q&A with EEP and SEP executives, and following the formal presentations in Toronto, there will be a break-out session for additional Q&A with ENF executives. These break-out sessions will not be webcast.
Presentations and supporting materials will be posted to Enbridge's website in 'Events and Presentations' at 8:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, December 12th; participants are encouraged to download the materials prior to the event as hard copies will not be provided.
A webcast replay and podcast will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the event and a transcript will be posted to Enbridge's website in 'Events and Presentations' approximately 24 hours after the event.
About Enbridge Inc.
Enbridge Inc. is North America's premier energy infrastructure company with strategic business platforms that include an extensive network of crude oil, liquids and natural gas pipelines, regulated natural gas distribution utilities and renewable power generation. The Company safely delivers an average of 2.8 million barrels of crude oil each day through its Mainline and Express Pipeline; accounts for approximately 65% of U.S.-bound Canadian crude oil exports; and moves approximately 20% of all natural gas consumed in the U.S., serving key supply basins and demand markets. The Company's regulated utilities serve approximately 3.6 million retail customers in Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and New York State. Enbridge also has a growing involvement in electricity infrastructure with interests in more than 2,500 MW of net renewable generating capacity in North America and Europe. The Company has ranked on the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations index for the past eight years; its common shares trade on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges under the symbol ENB.
Life takes energy and Enbridge exists to fuel people's quality of life. For more information, visit www.enbridge.com.
About Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc.
Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc., through its investment in Enbridge Income Fund, indirectly holds high quality, low-risk energy infrastructure assets. Enbridge Income Fund's assets consist of a portfolio of Canadian liquids transportation and storage businesses, including the Canadian Mainline, the Regional Oil Sands System, the Canadian segment of the Southern Lights Pipeline, Class A units entitling the holder to receive defined cash flows from the US segment of the Southern Lights Pipeline, a 50 percent interest in the Alliance Pipeline, which transports natural gas from Canada to the U.S., and interests in more than 1,400 MW of renewable and alternative power generation assets. Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. is a publicly traded corporation on the Toronto stock exchange under the symbol ENF; information about the company is available on its website at www.enbridgeincomefund.com.
About Enbridge Energy Partners, L.P.
Enbridge Energy Partners, L.P. owns and operates a diversified portfolio of crude oil transportation systems in the United States. Its principal crude oil system is the largest pipeline transporter of growing oil production from western Canada and the North Dakota Bakken formation. The system's deliveries to refining centers and connected carriers in the United States account for approximately 23 percent of total U.S. oil imports. Enbridge Energy Partners, L.P. is traded on the New York stock exchange under the symbol EEP; information about the company is available on its website at www.enbridgepartners.com.
About Spectra Energy Partners, LP
Spectra Energy Partners, LP is one of the largest pipeline master limited partnerships in the United States and connects growing supply areas to high-demand markets for natural gas and crude oil. These assets include more than 15,000 miles of transmission pipelines, approximately 170 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage, and approximately 5.6 million barrels of crude oil storage. Spectra Energy Partners, LP is traded on the New York stock exchange under the symbol SEP; information about the company is available on its website at www.spectraenergypartners.com.
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The topography of coastal Chile is well shown in this color-coded shaded relief view generated with digital elevation data from the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM). On Feb. 27, 2010, a magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck just offshore of the Maule region (the epicenter is indicated by the red marker) in the Bahia de Chanco.
The earthquake occurred offshore near the boundary between the Nazca and South American tectonic plates, where the floor of the Pacific Ocean is being subducted, or pulled down, into Earth's interior underneath South America. Coastal Chile has a history of very large earthquakes, and the Feb. 27 event originated about 230 kilometers (143 miles) north of the source region of the magnitude 9.5 earthquake of May 1960, the largest earthquake worldwide in the last 200 years or more.
The scene is dominated by the Cordillera de la Costa, or Coast Range, running parallel to the Andes for much of the Chilean Pacific coast. The range has a strong influence on the climate of Chile and produces a rain shadow to the east, allowing a more exuberant vegetation to grow in the range than in the interior. Between the Coast Range and the Andes lies the Central Valley, a fertile region and the agricultural heartland of Chile. At this latitude, the Central Valley has a Mediterranean climate, with temperatures dropping and precipitation increasing in a regular pattern from north to south. Winters are mild and summers are usually moderately hot and dry.
Two visualization methods were combined to produce the image: shading and color coding of topographic height. The shaded image was derived by computing topographic slope in the northeast-southwest direction, so that northeast slopes appear bright and southwest slopes appear dark. Color coding is directly related to topographic height, with green at the lower elevations, rising through yellow and tan, to white at the highest elevations.
Elevation data used in this image were acquired by the Shuttle Radar Topography Mission aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour, launched on Feb. 11, 2000. SRTM used the same radar instrument that comprised the Spaceborne Imaging Radar-C/X-Band Synthetic Aperture Radar (SIR-C/X-SAR) that flew twice on the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1994. SRTM was designed to collect 3-D measurements of Earth's surface. To collect the 3-D data, engineers added a 60-meter (approximately 200-foot) mast, installed additional C-band and X-band antennas, and improved tracking and navigation devices. The mission is a cooperative project between NASA, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) of the U.S. Department of Defense and the German and Italian space agencies. It is managed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, Calif., for NASA's Science Mission Directorate, Washington, D.C.
Location: 35.846 degrees South latitude, 72.719 degrees West longitudeOrientation: North toward the topSize: approximately 112 by 140 kilometers (69.6 by 87.0 miles) SRTM Data Acquired: February 2000


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In 2007, Hunger Maschinen GmbH supplied Thyssen-Krupp Fördertechnik with power units for a fully automatic coal crusher located in Yimin He (Inner Mongolia), China. A hydraulic drive station with a drive capacity of P = 2 x 250 kW and a total output capacity of Q = 1050 l/min powered a crusher conveyor drive, 1 hydraulic power pack for the crusher discharge boom, 4 hydraulic power packs for the conveyor plant, 1 hydraulic power pack for the double roll crusher, as well as 4 control blocks for the transport crawler.
Under the most demanding climatic conditions, the plant mines approximately 3000 tonnes of coal per hour in China's northernmost open pit mine. As a result of the double roll crushers, the plant is ideally suited to crush loose rock and bedrock that can withstand pressures of up to 180 MPa. In addition to coal, other minerals such as: rocks and soil, natural stones, slags and cement clinker can be mined with this crusher.


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Zenta has just posted a video of his MorphHex MK-II in action! This robot is an improved version of the original MorpHex robot. This robot still can transform from 6 legged cralwer to a rolling robotic bawll. The latest version of the MorphHex has 2DOF on the upper half of the sphere, giving it much more freedom and the ability to make a variety of different shapes and patterns. We can't help but think that the MorpHex looks like a robo-flower during some parts of the video.
The video also shows off the new and improved symmetric rolling engine and a special test at the very end. And don't forget to check out Zenta's MorpHex Forum Thread on the Trossen Robotics Community.