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Tox in Ten

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Welcome to Tox in Ten! We are dedicated to bringing you evidence-based medical toxicology core content and trending topics in easily digestible bites
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Architect Tips by Clear Measure Created to help .NET development teams move fast, deliver quality, and run their systems with confidence. This series is led by Chief Architect Jeffrey Palermo as well as other Clear Measure team members, publishing short clips of helpful tips to empower you to achieve more! Visit www.clearmeasure.com to view other content and learn more.
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Kraken Week is here and the build I put together for it might be one of my strongest ever. Why am I surprised? Get $5 off your next order through my link https://magicspoon.com/D4 or use code D4 at checkout. Or look for Magic Spoon in your nearest grocery store! Check out other Kraken Week Contributors here! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
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Here's a full Rogue Assassin build using everything from the new 2024 PHB! Preorder the new Core Rulebooks here: https://marketplace.dndbeyond.com/category/core-rulebook-bundle Table of Contents of all D&D Builds to date: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18lsjEdNIXayLCUsv9v-Afx-y3MEone2c2EGszBtGw8U/edit?usp=sharing I'd appreciate it if you'd …
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The wait is over! This is the official version of the Assassin Rogue that will be in the 2024 D&D 5e Player's Handbook! Preorder the new Core Rulebooks here: https://marketplace.dndbeyond.com/category/core-rulebook-bundle Table of Contents of all D&D Builds to date: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18lsjEdNIXayLCUsv9v-Afx-y3MEone2c2EGszBtGw8U…
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Ever wondered how much damage you could do with 0 set up and 0 resources? I have. Go check out DC20 here - they are *destroying* Kickstarter! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thedungeoncoach/dc20?ref=c6owez Table of Contents of all D&D Builds to date: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18lsjEdNIXayLCUsv9v-Afx-y3MEone2c2EGszBtGw8U/edit?usp=s…
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What's the highest Critical Hit chance we can get? How do we make the most of that Crit chance? Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 51%! Table of Contents of all D&D Builds to date: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18lsjEdNIXayLCUsv9v-Afx-y3MEone2c2EGszBtGw8U/edit?usp=sharing I'd …
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In this episode, Jake and Michael discuss music we're into at the moment, using Pennant for feature flags in Laravel, and the age old set of requirements: "it needs to do everything the old one did" Show links Audio Reign Louis Cole Vulfpeck Burn the Jukebox Laracon AUBy Jacob Bennett and Michael Dyrynda
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A Glamour Bard Tank? Sounds... fabulous! Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 51%! Table of Contents of all D&D Builds to date: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18lsjEdNIXayLCUsv9v-Afx-y3MEone2c2EGszBtGw8U/edit?usp=sharing I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel …
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What's the highest *sustained* damage a Player Character can do at each level? Use my code D4 to get $5 off your delicious, high protein Magic Spoon cereal by clicking this link: https://sponsr.is/magicspoon_d4_0524 Table of Contents of all D&D Builds to date: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18lsjEdNIXayLCUsv9v-Afx-y3MEone2c2EGszBtGw8U/edit?…
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Today we try to figure out: just how good is Polymorph, really? Check out Torrent of the Spellhoarder here (and don't forget to use the code D4 for a 10% discount on everything!) https://elderbrain.com/collections/torrent-of-the-spellhoarder Elderbrain Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfnPjz3D0_xyT2bkU36X-Gg 120-page free module sa…
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The best ranged weapon user in 5e is a Warlock!? /flip table Check out the Secrets of Oki Island here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/obviousmimic/the-secret-of-oki-island-a-5e-solo-adventure?ref=uprxyj I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/joi…
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Here's the exact build for my favorite "support" character I've ever played in a D&D campaign. Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 51%! If you want to read Alomah's backstory... https://docs.google.com/document/d/12nKYVvkmVSHcpqGuzD3W_IjwoL6ocgSQ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116660991924012338…
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Jake and Michael discuss some of the gotchas upgrading from a previous version of Laravel to 11.x, integrating a React frontend built in parallel to its backend, nested validation, and the simplicity of using a batteries-included framework like Laravel. Show links Laravel Bootcamp Laracasts Laravel Up and Running Onramp to Laravel Laravel Shift…
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Can we make a viable build out of the worst subclass of the weakest class in D&D 5e? Shoutout to Holzkern for sponsoring this video! Head to http://www.holzkern.com/d4 and use my code d4 to get 15% off your purchase store-wide. Be proud to be unique. I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtub…
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So you want to be a *true* master of shadows in Baldur's Gate? Then have I got the build for you. Check out The Wandering Tavern here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/homieandthedude/the-wandering-tavern?ref=aleote I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZ…
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Bladesingers can't be Paladins too, can they!? Check out the Field Guide to Floral Dragons here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hitpointpress/the-field-guide-to-floral-dragons?ref=cjdkks I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/join Merch Store! h…
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Are Echo Knights OP? No! Well ok... maybe? Depends on how you build 'em :). Use my code D4 to get $5 off your delicious, high protein Magic Spoon cereal by clicking this link: https://sponsr.is/magicspoon_d4_0324 I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA…
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Hi, I'm Colby and I like Warm Hugs. The kind where I press your face into my searing-hot armor. Check out Tabletop Candle Company HERE! https://tabletopcandlecompany.com And don't forget the promo code D4 at checkout to save 20%! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2I…
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Great Weapon Master *and* Sharpshooter in the same build? Yeah, I went there. And it's freaking amazing. Check out Zander's Guide to Zombie Hunting here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/grizeldas-sw/zanders-guide-to-zombie-hunting?ref=67w722 I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.co…
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Jake and Michael discuss using state machines to handle accurately and predictably handling error state, reviewing code and having your code reviewed, and converting request objects to data objects Show links - XState - Jake's State Machine's talk from Laracon US - Spatie's Laravel DataBy Jacob Bennett and Michael Dyrynda
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Q: How much forced movement is *too* much in D&D? A: No such thing Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 51% off any premium subscription! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jQ2IsZj_CAS0bZgA6O2pA/join Merch S…
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What if we had an entire menagerie of pets who could all take their full action when we were incapacitated? Would it be worth intentionally knocking ourselves out to let them run amok? Let's find out! Check out Homebrewed Games here: https://www.patreon.com/dndhomebrew I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member!…
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Jake and Michael discuss another of Michael's podcasts, Ripples, setting up review sites on Laravel Forge with Ryan Chandler's Forge Previewer, and speaking and attending Laracon(s). Show links Ripples Ryan Chandler Forge Previewer Laracon US PHPTek Here’s why you should attend LaraconBy Jacob Bennett and Michael Dyrynda
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Today's BG3 build combines two unique statuses, Radiating Orb and Reverberation, for *devastating* effect. Check out Crystals of Z'leth here! https://obviousmimic.com/discount/COLBYSOLO?redirect=/products/the-crystals-of-zleth-a-5e-survival-solo-adventure And don't forget: use the code "COLBYSOLO" to get 10% off! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider…
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This week we're exploring *yet another* way to reliably get Sneak Attack Damage 2x per round, but this time, focused on doing damage to 2 targets while we're at it! Check out Deal Dash Here: https://www.dealdash.com/d4 Promo Code: d4 to get 100 free bids! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.y…
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In this episode, Jake and Michael discuss the differences between transactional and campaign email and some approaches to sending them. We also touch on Jake speaking on PHP[TEK] 2024 on the topic of state machines. Show links Statecharts XState Visualizer xstate-viz Mermaid [PHP]TEK 2024 List-Unsubscribe header Google email sender guidelines SendS…
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Hypothesis: delaying or sacrificing things that add to our damage is worth it if we can nearly guarantee getting an attack with our reaction every round. Today, let's test that. Check out Immi Ramen here: www.immieats.com/d4 And don't forget to use the Code D4 for 15% off! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a mem…
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Can we build a dedicated healer (who's *not* a Twilight Cleric) who can reasonably be expected to keep their entire party near full health all the time? Check out Crystals of Z'leth here! https://obviousmimic.com/discount/COLBYSOLO?redirect=/products/the-crystals-of-zleth-a-5e-survival-solo-adventure And don't forget: use the code "COLBYSOLO" to ge…
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Today I'm going to do a Deep Dive into my favorite Baldur's Gate 3 build to date, including the most important magic items we want and even what we need out of our companions to really make it shine! Check out Deal Dash Here: https://dealdash.com/D4 Promo code: D4 I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! http…
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You want a One D&D Playtest Monk? Ok! Good news: they're awesome! Bad news (?): they might be even better when mixed with some other classes ;). Check out Czepeku maps here! https://www.czepeku.com/ And join their Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/czepeku I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://w…
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An Arcane Assassin? I'm not talking about a gish; I'm talking about a build that Assassinates with spells and spells alone. And my goodness can it burst! Use my code D4 to get $5 off your delicious, high protein Magic Spoon cereal by clicking this link: https://sponsr.is/magicspoon_d4_0124 I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel …
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If you're looking for a good "overview" of all of my Burst/Nova builds to date, this is a great place to start! Master Nova Damage Comparison (5 tabs): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YkQl4xJHk26zLAh-S0Uh-eW1f3rnKVrWkHaeuN9oCK0/edit?usp=sharing Intro:(0:00) Multi-Target Tier:(6:04) Tier 4:(11:49) Tier 3:(19:02) Tier 2:(26:53) Tier 1:(35:03)…
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A dual-wielding Hexblade? I guess that three and a half years later, I think it's time to update my very first build. Spoiler Alert: I think this is better. Check out the Obvious Mimic T-shirt collections here! https://obviousmimic.com/collections/wish-you-were-here https://obviousmimic.com/collections/side-hustles-t-shirt-collection And don't forg…
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"Can you make a video that focuses on making the best party for the new Honor Mode for Baldur's Gate 3?" I can certainly try... Check out The Seeker's Guide to Enchanting Emporiums here! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eldermancy/the-seekers-guide-to-enchanting-emporiums?ref=bzlr8m I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by …
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Some people like to really help their allies shine. Some people really like to just blow stuff up once in awhile. Nobody does *both* of those things better than the Order Cleric! Check out Czepeku maps here! https://www.czepeku.com/ And join their Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/czepeku I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the chann…
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Today I combine a couple of things I've been wanting to play with on a Monk - 1: Armor, and 2: Shadow Blade. The results are surprisingly effective :). Check out World Anvil here! https://worldanvil.com/?c=D4 Use the promo code d4 at checkout to save 40%! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! https://www.y…
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Chris from Treantmonk's Temple and I take a Deep Dive into the Unearthed Arcana Monk from One D&D Playtest 8. Spoiler Alert: It's freaking fantastic. Watch Part 2 on Treantmonk's channel here: https://youtu.be/ILAxjCgb5mk AND SUBSCRIBE TO HIS CHANNEL IF YOU HAVEN'T!!! I'd appreciate it if you'd consider supporting the channel by becoming a member! …
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