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I'm working on maxing out the reputations of all three seasonal powers. I've maxed out 2 of them, and am working on the 3rd one now. I am also stronger than I think I am, able to fight at least one of the "Hell" capstone dungeons (Torment 13 difficulty). Need to work up the courage to fight others

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 1h

This is definitely the hardest I've ever pushed in a Diablo IV season. Paragon 290, 33+ billion gold (no selling/trading items), tens of millions of gem fragments, lots of mythic gear. First season I'm pretty sure I ever hit over 1 trillion damage in a single attack, too. Still having a blast.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Diablo IV is a comfort game for me. I just like the mindless running around and destroying stuff. I also really like collecting loot. Every time I think I can't get much stronger, I do eventually find a way. The highest pit I've done is 115, which was really hard to kill even basic monsters.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I suppose I can start playing on Torment XI in Diablo IV. I'd prefer to stick to Torment X difficulty, but it's kinda easy. I generally don't like to be challenged though lol I took on a Lair Boss on Torment XII. I won, but I almost died towards the end. Can't imagine doing greater lair bosses.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Holy shit. Did Konami really just drop a ton of castlevania music on streaming services?

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

That’s the end of the hair experiment :p it looked fine in the front, but my hair was super thin and balding in the back. I’ll probably keep the beard. Went to my primary doctor last Wednesday. Lost around 10lbs or so. Must’ve been all in my head :p #selfietoid

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

I should clarify that while I play on Torment X, I have unlocked the highest difficulty (Torment XII), and farm the pit equivalent (level 100) quite easily. It's just certain activities are not possible with my "build" I put together myself. Lair bosses take a while to kill on Torment XI, etc.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Diablo 4. Absolutely wrecking the season*. Paragon 283 or so (300 max). Got mythic gear for most of my uniques. *Still afraid to play above torment X lol.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

For my friends in the #blutoid community, my bnet tag is alphadeus#1927 if you want to play Diablo IV sometime. I play on ps5, i have the game on steam (minus lord of hatred) so i only play on ps5. I got tons of keys and stuff for endgame activities. My rogue is decent, too. Take care :)

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Getting a crazy amount of gold in Diablo 4 this season. 28 billion so far. My eternal characters only have 21 billion. That’s all the gold i had left over from every previous season combined. I don’t trade w/others. Somehow still getting stronger gear, too. Ring of Starless Skies. Good stuff.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Maxed out my war plans in Diablo 4. Got some neat mythics too. Feeling like i cannot get much stronger for some reason. At least not with this build which i don’t think even has a guide for. Just me playing what i feel like.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I really think changing my software is the most likely culprit. But it's a really nice program that works better than the discontinued one I used to use. I think I need time to learn it, and develop a new workflow. Music is always in my head, whether my stuff, or other music :) I will be back.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Sorry for the late response. Needed to think on it. I like to make music because I like to put together puzzles. I consider music to be (initially) intangible puzzles with pieces I create to put together into something listenable. I had been using the same tools for 2 decades, had a good workflow.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I am 1 activity point away from max rank 10 war plans. I never really planned on getting this far, but I am sometimes not sure what to do, and war plans gives me a good idea of what to do next. I might actually try to fight the pinnacle boss this season. I don't think I'm tough enough though.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

To get the mythic Stone of Jordan (in case anyone reading this is interested), I gambled my resplendent sparks (plus runes) on a mythic ring at the jeweler. It took me at least 4 attempts, which is extremely lucky. Getting 2 Mother's Embraces stung lol

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Diablo IV: I managed to get a mythic Stone of Jordan the other night, and then 2 more ancestral ones dropped yesterday evening. Felt pretty damn lucky. I might kick it up to Torment 11. I'm fairly certain I can do it, since I farm the pit level equivalent. I survived Pit 110 as well.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It should be noted that if you're playing the story on a non-seasonal character, All the gear and gold and stuff in your stash is safe. When your season character ends, it goes to the non-season server, bringing all the goodies (except season-specific items and gear) to the main realm.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I recommend playing through the story :) The season should have like 60+ days left. Jumping into a season will start your character at level 1 with nothing (no gear, gold, etc). Whether you create a new one, or use the rebirth option. "Eternal" is where season chars go after season ends.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Enjoying Diablo IV season 15 still even after 90 hours. Would love to play with other people if possible. Maybe someone in the #blutoid crew? My main is a cold imbuement dance of knives rogue. I unlocked torment 12 but play on torment 10. I can’t quite melt greater lair bosses yet.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I’m worried this might be the first year since 2014 that i don’t release an ad lib album :( The music just isn’t there. Might be the medication, or switching to cubase, or even having access to a keyboard again. So many changes to my workflow. What a terrible feeling.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I unlocked Torment XI in Diablo IV, then i unlocked Torment XII :p I’m leaning towards a glass cannon build, so as long as i don’t get hit by anything major, i can survive. Torment X is where i feel most comfortable though. This is probably my strongest rogue. Could be seasonal powers though.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I figure I can farm Torment X to the best of my ability, and drop down to Torment IX to farm lair bosses. I'm happy to see the progress I've made with my rogue this season. I enjoy playing the game, and I'll probably continue even if I reach a point where I can't get much stronger.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Diablo IV: Dipping my toes into Torment X, which I feel is considered endgame for my "build". I'm getting better items, and stronger, but I cannot imagine going any higher (It goes up to XII). Regular monsters and bosses die pretty quickly. Lair bosses (Initiate+) take a while to kill.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I really like this season of Diablo IV. Mostly working on my Rogue, but have a Druid I use to play with my girlfriend (my Rogue is way too strong for where she currently is difficulty-wise). I've only seen 3 mythics so far, which is neat. They dropped like candy 2 seasons ago :p

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Diablo 4 rogue is doing great. Found a Stone of Jordan unique charm. I power leveled my Druid to 70 (using whisper caches, they give experience). Druid is a bit too close to enemies lol I’m used to ranged combat. Might actually study builds for druid.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I unlocked Torment X in Diablo IV. It's not too difficult, but stuff takes longer to kill, so I prefer to play the lower difficulty. Torment X is basically my endgame. I'd have to follow a build guide to be strong enough to take on the hardest content. I am a casual player, I feel.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Diablo IV: Unlocked Torment IX and have been playing on that difficulty last night. I don't think I'm quite ready to unlock Torment X (I got to pit level 75 so far). Still finding excellent gear to replace what I think is not replaceable. I just need a higher level Stone of Jordan :P

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I started up season 15 of Diablo IV, and it's an absolute blast. To be honest, I didn't get into Diablo until III, so the nostalgia of I and II is not there. My Rogue is doing pretty well, playing on Torment VII (although I might have to fight the tougher lair bosses on VI). Still a very good time

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

The Edge of the Universe 🎵 Written in 2018 for the album "Ad Lib - Volume 5". I have no idea what to say about this song, other than I really like it. I've definitely shared it before at some point.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Diablo IV Season 15: Since my last post, I've made my way to Torment VII, which appears to be where I will be staying for at least a little while. My usual "barely put together Rogue build" of Dance of Knives and Cold Imbuement has been working well for me. Anyone down to play, lemme know :)

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Unlocked Torment IV. I think I can easily jump to Torment V lol My gear is more or less random. I got a Stone of Jordan (Ring) at level 23 I'm still wearing. The effect is too good to replace. It makes all my resistances match the highest one, and I deal more damage of that type of element. Crazy

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Moved on up to Torment III (difficulty) in Diablo IV. I can probably at least unlock Torment IV. I don't think they fixed it yet, but somehow whispers are messed up. You can't select a reward, because the options are blank. Hopefully an easy fix. Game is still playable at least.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The Amazing Sideshow 🎵 From the 2023 album "Spectrum III". I gave the song that title for 2 reasons. It sounds kinda like a crazy circus, and the explosions remind me of cannons being fired. I think it's a fun song. #originalmusic #music #vgm #blutoid #alphadeism

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Hit level 70 in Diablo IV. Currently playing on Torment I. Finally added stats to my gear, so stuff melts. I realize it's only Torment I, but it at least opens the door to ancestral gear and better stuff. Really enjoying all the new content, but since I haven't played in a while, I get tired often

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Diablo IV season 15 is pretty fun so far. I forget what level my rogue is, but it's already higher than my season 14 rogue (which was 22). All previous seasons I at least hit max level at the time. Most of them I completed the battle pass/reliquaries as well. Season 14 just didn't grab me.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Trance of Insanity 🎵 This version was made in 2023 for the album "Ad Lib - Vol. 10, Part 3". It uses the MIDI data of the 2009 version (which is a remix of Dance of Insanity from 1999 or so), but uses different instruments because I only have access to the MIDI data, and not the instruments.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Almost 15 years for me posting videos to YouTube, and all I have is 76,571 views. 1,900+ videos of all kinds of music. Most of my videos never see over double digits. It's discouraging, but all I want to do is keep writing music, so I do it anyway. I consider it leaving behind a legacy honestly.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Diablo IV season 15 starts today around 12:30pm eastern. Gonna try the "Rebirth" option on my newest character. Fuck I thought I had more to say about this topic, but I think I forgot what it was, if there was something in the first place :P Hmm. I like cats.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The next Diablo IV season sounds really cool, and beefy. Sounds like a shitload of content will be added. I hope a lot of it sticks around after the season. I'm not totally excited for Diablo V yet. I'm sure as the years pass, I'll be more interested in it. Also looking at Path of Exile 2.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The Man that Time Forgot 🎵 Written for the 2016 album "Ad Lib - Vol. 3, Part 1". The title of the song refers to my father, a man that not many people really know. He died in 1997, before the internet got popular. So in a way, it's like he is almost completely forgotten. He was a good man.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

My brain is always looking for a problem to solve. Like puzzles to me. I guess i like puzzles. I treat writing music like solving puzzles i create. Playing bejeweled zen mode is one of the best ways to satisfy my puzzle lust :p

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

I'm glad :) I've recorded piano journals from 2006-2019, and then 2025-current. There are (I think) hundreds of them, some of them are REALLY long (30+ minutes). If you're interested, I can send you a private message or email with a link to all of them on google drive.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

🎹 Piano Journal 09-13-2026 🎵 First new piano journal in a long time. Mostly just random-ish notes, except I do play "Light at the End of the Tunnel" at some point. Piano Journals are me just goofing off on the piano, playing what I feel like. I hope you enjoy. #piano youtu.be/yMZSAoOivIw

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Alphadeus - Piano Journal 09-13-2026

YouTube video by Alphadeus

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

I’ve been playing the final fantasy resonance demo mostly. Enjoying myself. Also messing with yugioh link evolution i forget the full name. Not the free ones. Looking forward to next season of Diablo IV.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Flow 🎵 Written in 2019 for my 2020 album "Ad Lib - Vol. 7, Part 1". This is one of those "the instrument writes the song" type songs for me. The intro is one beefy "chord" instrument, and I wrote the song because of how cool it sounded. #originalmusic #music #electronicmusic

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

I don’t like dreams where i get stuff. I had a dream where i was at a game shop and loose switch games were less than a dollar each. I bought a TON of games. I spent the rest of the dream walking around with a pile of carts in my hand, then i woke up :p I was sure disappointed to not have games.

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Water Effect 🎵 Written in 2020 for the album "Spectrum II". I really like this song, which I know I say often :p I generally don't post about the songs I don't like. I like the deep bass, and the synths! #blutoid #alphadeism #originalmusic #vgm #videogamemusic #electronicmusic

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I’m a huge fan of Diablo IV. I took a break this season, but I’ll be playing when the next season starts (seasons are optional, there is a main non-season server) Loved the story. It’s cross-play if you ever want to team up. If you get it, I hope you enjoy it :)

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Alphadeus @alphadeus.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Information Overload 🎵 This is my 1,000th unique original song (currently approaching 1,200 soon), although it references other songs I've written. I went all out, and made it almost 9 minutes. From my 2023 album "Alphadeus". The song title refers to how it feels like nowadays with constant data.

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