Flow & Fortune: The SilverStream Chronicles 1

In this brand new series, Nathan steps into his late grandfather’s shoes to revive a legacy. Join him as he breaks ground on SilverStream Farm, just outside the quiet life of Pelican Town. From clearing the brush to making the first harvest, see how the journey begins!

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Why Digital Integrity Is the Absolute Best Way to Mod

My stance on Pokemon in Minecraft is clear: unless Nintendo granted permission for said mod, I will not use it in my modpacks nor play modpacks with said mod(s) in them. This is complicated by how Mojang has made it clear that mods are to remain free to comply with Minecraft’s EULA. Navigating the intersection … Read more

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Creative Engineering 61: Automate Treated Planks Easily with Immersive Engineering

In this episode, I’ll show you how to automate the treatment of planks using Immersive Engineering. Discover just how simple the process can be! If you’re playing a modpack with Immersive Engineering, this guide will be incredibly helpful—just swap out Integrated Dynamics for your preferred logistics, automation, and storage mod. Plus, stick around for a … Read more

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Using the Wii U for Rheumatoid Arthritis Exercise

When cold weather makes outdoor activity difficult, finding indoor alternatives for joint health is essential. To manage my mild RA, I’m hitting my goal of 20 minutes of daily exercise using the Wii U. Staying consistent now is the best way to ensure a long, active, and pain-free retirement. Whether it’s yoga or balance games, gaming consoles can be a surprisingly effective tool for physical therapy at home.


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Creative Engineering 60 | Automating Steel

In this episode of Creative Engineering, I automate steel from Immersive Engineering and build a dedicated factory for it. Since we’ve hit episode 60, Knight and Duke members here on Swagnilla Ice can now download the latest world save to explore the progress firsthand.

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Creative Engineering 59 | Fully Automated Coal Coke & Creosote Oil

In today’s episode of Creative Engineering, we’re finally tackling the automation promised last week—and we’re doing most of it live on-camera. Stick around until the end, and make sure to return next week when we automate treated planks and actually give this area a proper build. It’s time to move past the “pipes on the … Read more

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