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Every network was trying to find their Lost and this was NBC’s attempt. And it was gold. And they pussied out and canceled it.
Kings loosely retold the story of King David from the Bible in a contemporary setting. I haven’t watched it since it aired so I don’t know if it’s held up. But it should have been giving a chance. Young Lucius was enamored by this show and the concept is still excellent.
Jul 17, 2024
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6 seasons of epic crazy confusion and twists and turns and insanity...
I started this when I was in middle school, couldn’t finish it then…
but let me tell ya, it slaps a decade later, sitting in my college dorm apartment finishing the last hour of the show and sobbing my eyes out…..
Apr 16, 2025
Legion was a short lived masterpiece on FX from 2017-19 that is a near perfect show…. and next to no one watched it. It was created by Noah Hawley (of Fargo fame) and based the Marvel comics by Chris Claremont and Bill Sienkiewicz - and it stands singularly on its own in tone, storytelling, writing, and aesthetic from the MCU (and tv in general, really).
It’s such a hauntingly good show that was capable of terrifying you, absolutely breaking your heart, and making you die of laughter- usually all in one episode. and of course, it features an incredible cast: Aubrey Plaza (on a whole other level), Dan Stevens, Bill Irwin, Jemaine Clement, Jean Smart, Hamish Linklater, Nevid Negahban, and more.
It’s on Hulu, and I recommend not binge watching for your own peace of mind.
Feb 8, 2024
An underrated gem of a show that was ahead of it’s time. If you enjoy dark humor, weird characters, science fiction & conspiracy theories give it a watch. Sadly only lasted two seasons. *Skip the more recent 2022 American remake*
May 5, 2024
Top Recs from @lucius
Alright y'all, standards have gotten a little lax around here and rec quality has taken a dip (I'm including myself in this). Here are some pointers for High Rec Standards.
ANATOMY OF A REC:
TITLE—This is the rec or recommendations. This is NOT a lead in. Type exactly what you're recommending here. What appears in the Title should finish this sentence, "I recommend _____."
BODY—This supports the rec and anything goes. Supporting statements, supporting essays, additional recs, you can get silly, you can pontificate. You can do anything you want. Except putting the main rec down here. Where does it go? That's right. In the Title 👆
IMAGE—No rules. Add one to preference. It can be relevant or a non sequitur.
LINK—I highly recommend links but it's not as important as the Title or Body. If you are recommending something that has an online presence (music, movies, websites, products, etc.), Piffies want to click on it immediately. Don't make us google. Be kind a leave a link.
EMOJI—No rules. Express yourself.
ANTI-RECS:
They exist and they are valid recs. "Anti-Rec: _____" clearly communicates this is something best avoided. But a better way format this type of Rec is to use a modifier or verb that flows with "I recommend _____." Ex. I recommend... Not Eating Tacks, Avoiding Area X, Leaving Off the Anchovies, etc.—(Formatting Anti-Recs this way first recommended by tyler the Creator)
ANATOMY OF AN ASK:
TITLE—This is the question or topic of the Ask. Asks can solicit advice or start a discussion. You have some flexibility here because the Ask is expected to be expounded upon in the body if it needs more context. Just be clear. Again, this is not a lead in. Be direct and ask the question or state the topic.
BODY—Provide more context. Narrow the recommendation field. Add relevant links. Remember, the Ask goes in the Title 👆
EMOJI—No rules. Express yourself.
ANSWERING AN ASK—Recs on Asks can break style as dictated by the Ask. If the Ask is looking for Recs, give Recs following style. If it's asking for opinions, give your opinion. Asking for links? Give links! Respond however you would respond some someone IRL. Asks start a conversation so you can be more conversational. But keep in mind that these Recs will appear in the main feed. So where you can maintain Rec style, do so.
Example: WHAT’S YOUR CURRENT LETTERBOXD TOP 4?
A response to this with High Rec Standards would look something like this:
TITLE—Lists your current Letterboxd top 4. You are recommending these four movies.
BODY—Free reign here. Drop your Letterboxd @. Talk about the movies. Make a quip. Emoji. Relevant links. Nothing.
IMAGE—Optional. Screenshot of your top four. Frame from a movie. Dealer's choice.
LINK—Add your Letterboxd profile only if you want to be found.
EMOJI—Whatever. But it'd be nice if it was relevant.
DISCLAIMER:
This is a living community document! These are only my recommendations for a foundation. Debate and Discussion of proper style are Encouraged. Any editions and changes to the PI.FYI STYLE GUIDE will be notated with attribution.
Changelog:
07.26.2024—Clarified a Rec is not limited to one recommendation. Recs can recommend multiple things. Thanks to shegoestoanotherschool for identifying the issue. / Added guidance for Anti-Rec format.
02.11.2025—Moved SpongeBob Bubble Blowing Technique video link from the top level into the body ("some pointers") so the embed wouldn't override the High Quality instructional graphic.
Jul 25, 2024
May 27, 2025
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This combo has just been here the whole time?!
Feb 6, 2025